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Friday, December 16, 2016

Vol. 76, No. 49

TOYS FOR TOTS

Syosset schools to recognize additional religious holidays BY RIKKI N. MASSAND

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor John Venditto (second from left), Councilman Joseph D. Muscarella (right), Councilman Anthony D. Macagnone (fourth from right), Councilman Chris J. Coschignano (second from right), Councilman Joseph G. Pinto (fifth from right), Councilwoman Michele M. Johnson (left), Town Clerk James Altadonna Jr. (third from right) and Receiver of Taxes James J. Stefanich (fourth from left) were recently on hand to display toys that were collected at the Toys for Tots toy collection drive held at Town Hall North in Oyster Bay. The toy drive, which included drop off points at facilities throughout the Town of Oyster Bay, is a part of the United States Marine Corp’s (USMC) Toys for Tots Program that delivers gifts to less fortunate families every year to ensure that they have a happy holiday. With the Town Officials are USMC Major Chuck Kilbride (third from left) and USMC Toys for Tots Co-Chairman John Blasig (fifth from left) who collected the toys.

Elementary School renamed in honor of Legislator Judy Jacobs BY GARY SIMEONE

At last Monday’s Plainview-Old Bethpage Board of Education meeting the Board made the unanimous decision to rename a local elementary school on behalf of the late Nassau County Legislator, Judith Jacobs who passed away in September. As of Monday, Parkway Elementary School, located on 100 Manetto Hill Road, is now known as the Judy Jacobs Parkway Elementary School.

“We are honored one of our buildings has been named in honor of distinguished Legislator, Judith Jacobs,” said School Superintendent, Dr. Lorna Lewis. “She gave so much to our community and so much to our schools.” Dr. Lewis said that Jacobs never turned down an opportunity to celebrate the children and staff in the schools and that her legacy will be very difficult to replace. “She was an amazing Legislator who See page 10

On Tuesday, December 6 in the Syosset High School Little Theatre a crowd of 35 people including parents, teachers a few students and curious residents turned up on a rainy night to hear the Syosset Central School District’s preliminary proposal for the 2017-2018 school year to incorporate four annual religious/cultural holidays. They range from the Hindu and Muslim faiths, respectively, with the Festival of Lights Diwali, Eid Al-adha and Eid Al-Fitr, and Lunar New Year (Spring Festival) celebrated in either late January or early February. The district typically coordinates and maps out the following school year’s calendar in November and December of the preceding year, but in this special case the plans have the backdrop of Syosset Schools making history as the first Long Island school district to recognize these holidays. Syosset made the original announcement for its planning in October at the school board’s monthly meeting, following a resident’s petition that spread far and wide. But at the Syosset Board of Education’s meeting on Monday, December 19, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Thomas Rogers and V. Dolly Kranz, Assistant to the Superintendent for Curriculum, Research, and Administrative Support, will present the administration’s formal planning of the 2017-2018 school calendar for board approval. A number of district parents helped the schools’ administration make strides with this effort. Formal adoption of school year calendars is generally done in January, and with

additional strategy needed Rogers says the advice and direction from the school board this October was timely. “At the November meeting we gave the school board two options to look at: less impactful ways to go about accommodating the days and more impactful ways of accommodating the days. More impactful would mean interrupting some of the larger breaks we take during the school year, and less impactful would be identifying some days that are not mandatory but that we typically have off,” Dr. Rogers said. School districts must schedule a minimum of 180 days of instruction per school year. For Syosset in 20172018, 181 days of school plus four snow days are being planned. The administration’s draft will be reviewed by board members on Monday night. Superintendent’s Conference Days generally at the very start of the school year, with students off, are one avenue for less impacts on the overall schedule. Kranz said one could be added to 2017-2018 under state rules, and another less impactful method would be incorporating school on Tuesday November 7, 2017, Election Day for students as 2017 doesn’t mark a Presidential Election year with high voter turnout at polls based in schools. Kranz added that during the same week Veteran’s Day doesn’t necessitate observance on a weekday under state rules as it falls on Saturday, November 11, 2017. “If we were to schedule a weekday to observe it we can add another Superintendent’s Conference day on Friday, November 10. Also, not precedent-setting but the Wednesday See page 10

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Friday, December 16, 2016

Syosset CSD ranked No. TOB ‘Holiday on Ice Show’ 5 in NYS by Niche.com to be held December 17

Citing several factors that add up to a high quality educational experience for students, the website Niche.com has ranked the Syosset Central School District No. 5 among New York State’s best schools. The ranking and review website provides information on K-12 schools, colleges and neighborhoods to help in the decision-making process of where people may choose to live. The Niche study factored in Syosset’s academics, administrative leadership, college readiness, clubs and activities, diversity, food, attention to health and safety, resources and facilities for students, sports programs and quality of teaching. Syosset received an A+ grade in most categories including top colleges that students are interested in and a “very high” enrollment in advanced mathematics as well as high participation and success in advanced placement programs. “One of the nice things about the ranking is that it is not solely based on scores or academic achievement,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Thomas Rogers. “It measures different aspects

of school life, including extracurricular opportunities, programs and resources available to students and the district’s overall dedication to providing an enjoyable and rewarding educational experience.” According to Niche.com, the organization carefully selected ranking criteria to represent a healthy balance between statistical rigor and practical relevance. The organization uses comprehensive school data from the U.S. Department of Education as well as school reviews and online survey responses. Syosset schools have previously received high rankings from Niche. com, including No. 3 for teaching for the current year. Last year, the site recognized Syosset High School as one of the top high schools in the country, joining the Washington Post and U.S. News & World Report as institutions that rate Syosset among the best in the state and nation. Earlier this year, the high school was also named a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, one of just 279 public schools in the country to receive the honor.

Syosset School Board Meeting

There will be a meeting of the Syosset School District Audit Committee on Monday, December 19 at 6:00 p.m. in the Boardroom at South Woods Middle School, 99 Pell Lane, Syosset. The public has the right to attend the meeting. The Audit Committee may immediately entertain a motion to convene an Executive Session. There will also be a meeting of the Board of Education at 6:15 p.m. at the same locations. The Board may immediately entertain a motion to convene

an Executive Session. If that occurs, the Board will most likely reconvene at 8:00 p.m. in South Woods Middle School Auditorium for the monthly meeting of the Board of Education. A public hearing will be held to discuss whether the Board should authorize a partial real property tax exemption to certain qualified cold war veterans and tenant-stockholders of cooperative apartment corporations residing within the district.

Oyster Bay Town Councilwoman Rebecca M. Alesia is pleased to announce that the Town of Oyster Bay’s Annual Holiday on Ice Show will be held on Saturday, December 17, starting at 4:30 p.m. at the Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating Center. Students from the Town’s Ice Skating Program will present a captivating skating exhibition to celebrate the holiday season. Admission is free. “This highly anticipated event has become a holiday tradition for many Town residents and is truly a special evening of family fun,” Councilwoman Alesia said. “The students in the Town’s ice skating program are amazingly talented and are sure to entertain the audience. The Holiday on Ice Show will also feature other highly accomplished skaters who are sure to dazzle the audience with their grace and skill.” In addition to figure skating, there will be other holiday themed activities including an exhibition hockey game between the Elves and the Reindeer, which are two teams with players from the Town of Oyster Bay Tot Hockey program. And the star of the season, Santa Claus, will make his annual visit to the Ice Skating Center. Santa will skate a lap or two around the rink and then will be available to visit with children and take pictures afterwards. “The Holiday on Ice Show has become a big attraction at the Town’s Ice Skating Center,” Councilwoman Alesia said. “I encourage all residents to join us for a magical and fun-filled evening.” Councilwoman Alesia said the Ice Skating Center, which for many years has been named as “A Best of Long Island” award winner, features a pro shop for shoppers seeking a gift for

hockey players and figure skaters on their lists. There is also a fireplace for visitors to spend a relaxing moment and perhaps enjoy refreshments from the snack bar. “Imagine the enjoyment a family will have watching a holiday show, and then enjoying hot chocolate while sitting by a fireplace,” said Councilwoman Alesia. “This is a great family holiday event, and admission is free.” In keeping with this time of the year being “the season of giving,” those attending the show are asked to bring two non-perishable food items, which will be collected by Island Harvest, an organization committed to ending hunger on Long Island. In addition, the Town will also again take part in the “Holiday Mail for Heroes” Program. Holiday greeting cards will be available in the lobby for guests to fill out, which will be sent to our troops. “It’s our way of thanking our men and women in the armed forces and letting them know their extraordinary service is not forgotten during the holiday season,” Councilwoman Alesia said. “Our freedom to enjoy the holiday season is the direct result of their dedicated service.” The Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating Center is located in Bethpage Community Park, at 1001 Stewart Avenue in Bethpage. Due to the Holiday on Ice Show, the public skating sessions at the Center, which are normally held from 1 to 3 p.m. and 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., will be cancelled that evening. However, the Town’s two outdoor rinks, located at Marjorie R. Post Community Park in Massapequa and at Syosset-Woodbury Park will be open. Visit www.oysterbaytown.com for more information.

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Jericho Schools host staff recognition reception Community members and school district employees were invited to attend the annual staff recognition reception in the Jericho Middle/High School auditorium earlier this month. The district recognized staff members for outstanding service to the children and youth of Jericho. Photos by Denise Nash.

Those Honored for 25 years include Paul Bode, Lisa Fessler, Diane Hahn, Fred Mandracchia, Jerzy Sarzynski, Wayne Schuster, Patrick Smith, & Lois Wittmann.

Those honored for 10 years include: Bobby Becker, Christine Erin Brennan, Arlene Brevick, Leslie Degioia, Patrice Digiacomo, Leighanne Dunckley, Krzysztof Falkowski, Donald Gately, Anna Giannopoulos, Maureen Harding, Samantha Hyney, Lauren Klemballa, Lori Levites, Richard Roselli, Daniel Salzman, Sarah Seeger, Diane Shewark, Marissa Sinclair, Melissa Stratigos, Eric Sundberg, Mary Jane Treacy, Kathleen Trovato, and Patricia Wred.

Those honored for 20 years include: Rosanna Aloe, Bonnie Arnesen, Kevin Brodsky, Theresa Cantwell, Gabrielle M. Delong, Deborah DiPietro, Valerie Gladd, Heidi Kamvakis, Michele Malyniak, Michael Pekor, Cathy Rosh, Linda Smith, Kim Springstead, Laura Staton, Igor Valkiv, and Deana Verone.

Those honored for 30 years include Rita Gottwirt and William Levins. Tracy Gilet was honored for 35 years. Pictured here are Rita Gottwirt (right) and Tracy Gilet.

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Robert Seaman Elementary School 5th Grade Sports Night BY GINA LEVY

Robert Seaman Elementary School’s annual fifth grade sports night was a fun night for all on the sports courts. The teams were split into Blue and Gold for everyone in the entire grade. There was a dance competition that even parents got

to participate in with their children. In addition, there was the hoop toss, tug of war and basketball shot contests. The night was filled with so much laughter, fun and pride. It was a great night for all students, staff members and parents. By the end of the night, the friendly competition ended and all students sat together side by side!

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Friday, December 16, 2016

Flipping for science at South Woods

Syosset Rotary, Interact Club host Holiday Celebration

Happy participants at the GAP Holiday Celebration The Syosset-Woodbury Rotary Club and the Syosset High School Interact Club hosted a Holiday Celebration for the Town of Oyster Bay GAP participants. This program provides recreational opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Approximately 60 young people participated in an entertainment program that was followed by a pizza party. The holiday celebration concluded with the arrival of Santa

Claus who distributed gifts to each GAP member. The Syosset-Woodbury Rotary would like to thank Roslyn Savings Bank for providing the gifts to the participants, Phil’s Pizzeria, Syosset, for providing the pizza, and Bagel Boss, Hicksville, for providing breakfast for members of the Rotary Club and the Interact Club. A good time was had by all!

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South Woods Middle School students learn about the role of gravity in relation to water level through bottle flipping. Wondering how the latest adolescent craze can be constructive? Students at South Woods Middle School in Syosset recently ‘flipped’ for a science lesson during which they explored the role of gravity and water level by successfully flipping a water bottle. They formed hypotheses about the optimum amount

of water needed for a successful flipping experience, then tested their theories, recorded data and compared results. “I never thought I’d be allowed to flip bottles in class!” said one student. “It was neat to learn about gravity and angular momentum through something fun.”

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Friday, December 16, 2016

Town opens new planning and development annex

Oyster Bay Town Councilman Joseph G. Pinto announced that the Town of Oyster Bay has opened an annex of its Department of Planning and Development. The annex is situated at the Town Hall South Facility located at 977 Hicksville Road in Massapequa. “This location will allow greater accessibility for residents on the Town’s south shore who wish to drop off and pick up materials and begin the process of securing building permits,” Councilman Pinto said. “Prior to the annex, south shore residents had to travel to Oyster Bay to pick up a building permit application or have assistance with reviewing their paperwork. I know how busy our hardworking residents are. I believe this may help free up some of their precious time.” The Department of Planning and Development Department is primarily concerned with land use and assists the Town Board in the orderly growth and development of the Town. The department is charged with the enforcement of codes, rules and ordinances pertaining to building and supervises the issuance of permits for construction. Construction work, such as the installation of a deck, swimming pool or other

alteration or addition that is not inspected properly can raise serious questions with respect to structural integrity. In addition, faulty plumbing or electrical work can lead to many other problems that can put lives at risk. “The building permit process can now begin conveniently for all Town residents,” Councilman Pinto said. “Quality workmanship that meets legal building codes is a wise investment, creates peace of mind and ultimately saves time and money down the road. Best of all, the process can now begin from a convenient location for all.” Councilman Pinto also noted that residents can now easily embark upon a Town amnesty initiative designed to allow residents to obtain the necessary permits required on building improvements previously done to their homes. “Town of Oyster Bay residents are being afforded an amnesty period to secure these permits, without having to incur stringent penalties,” Councilman Pinto said. “Additionally, the Town Board is looking to extend the amnesty period into the new year, providing a further convenience for our residents and allowing all to take part in the program.”

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Syosset High School’s students who have signed National Letters of Intent to play collegiate athletics next year. Emily Casale not pictured. Syosset High School held its National Commitment Day for athletes on Nov. 15. Fourteen of Syosset’s most distinguished student-athletes signed National Letters of Intent to play their respective sports at the collegiate level during a ceremony before family, faculty and coaches. Students donned caps from their school of choice as they signed their respective letters. Drew Cronin, the district’s coordinator of health, physical education and athletics, hosted the event in conjunction with boys varsity lacrosse coach John Calabria. Superintendent of Schools Dr. Thomas Rogers was also on hand to congratulate the students on this special accomplishment. Coaches were invited to speak about their teams’ members. The National Letter of Intent is a binding agreement between a prospective student-athlete and a postsecondary institution. The student agrees to attend the school full-time and the school agrees

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Elementary School renamed in honor of Legislator Judy Jacobs

From page 1 demonstrated what public service is all about and they don’t make them that way anymore.” According to a post on the school district’s FB page, Jacobs was very active in the school community and never turned an opportunity to participate in PARP family events, Homecoming, award ceremonies and the Memorial Day Parade.

She also used her connections with North Shore- LIJ to provide opportunities for Science students at Plainview Old-Bethpage JFK High School. Board of Education Vice President, Ginger Lieberman said that after Jacobs passed away, different ideas were thrown about on how to honor the late Legislator. “We talked about possibly naming a playground after her or maybe a wing in the High School but decided on renaming

Parkway Elementary because she had a special relationship with that school,” said Lieberman. “She had a friend who was a Principal there and was always very involved with the kids at that school.” She said that Jacobs would always try to involve the kids in the legislative process and invited them down on numerous occasions to the Legislative building in Mineola to see government interactions firsthand.

Jacobs was also instrumental in getting a traffic light placed in front of the school where there had been a lot of car accidents. “She was a humble, caring, giving person and was always a true friend to our school district.” Next Monday the school district will have a plaque naming ceremony in honor of the legislator.

Syosset schools to recognize additional religious holidays

From page 1 before Thanksgiving in 2017 is a day that could turn into an instruction day. At the end of June 2018, some district history had allowed out elementary schools to have half-days. We would recommend that becoming full days,” Kranz said. Rogers added that often the end of school years for lower grades means less intense half-days planned with assemblies or activities. He noted that these were preliminary ideas and the administration “still has a little more housekeeping work to do” with fine-tuning its recommendations to the school board this month. The presentation last week highlighted several annual concerns with scheduling a school year, starting with when exactly Labor Day falls (early or late). Adding to the scheduling mix, for the first time Eid Al-adha begins on Friday, September 1, 2017 – the Friday preceding Labor Day – and it will end the evening of Tuesday, September 5, 2017. Dr. Rogers said upon learning more about the holiday’s observance and activities of followers of the Muslim faith related to it, Syosset schools will not be open on September 1. Kranz said the Eid Al-Fitr holiday fell on a summer day, July 6, in 2016 and schools were closed in any case. But looking ahead she noted that Eid Al-Fitr in 2017 starts the evening of Sunday, June 25 and will end the evening of Wednesday, June 28. Fluctuation in dates from year-to-year involves potential for additional closings to impact a school district decision. In 2018, Eid Al-Fitr starts on Thursday, June 14 and will end on Sunday, June 17. The next year it moves up in June, as in 2019 Eid Al-Fitr begins on June 4 and ends the evening of June 7. Keeping order in line with Regents Week will also be a consideration for the district. According to Kranz it has gone through the first three weeks of June, but the information from the state level has not always come in ahead of time (roughly 18 months ahead) for the school district to consider – as December 2016 would mean scheduling Regents exams in June 2018, for example. Dr. Rogers said on December 6 that the 2017-2018 year was a “tight year,” difficult for scheduling in any case with Labor Day coming on September 4 and

other holidays harder to plan. But he vows that there would be no specific precedents set with this initial calendar planned to mark the religious observations by dates. The way the individual holidays fluctuate, the same way with Easter for example, dictates that they be planned accordingly year after year. “One of the things we don’t want to do is leave people with the impression that a difficult next year and use it as a precedent-setting year. What we do next year as we try to figure this out the first time around, we will want to re-evaluate at the end of the 2017-2018 school year rather than say any dates would be gone or changed forever. There are some years where different holidays may all fall within the same week or they may not overlap with one another – such as with Passover and Easter. Those are very challenging years to do a calendar. In some years Easter and Passover overlap, other times the holidays fall over the weekend. Some years there’s an early Labor Day or a late June, and then it’s very easy to build a calendar,” Rogers said. Lunar New Year falls on Saturday, January 28 in 2017. This year, 2016, it was on a Monday, February 8. Diwali was on Sunday, October 30 this year and next year, 2017, it will be on Thursday, October 19. The following year, 2018, Diwali falls on Wednesday, November 7. “Those (date changes) are the considerations we’ll be making in planning the school calendar,” Kranz said last week. To Pooja Mohindra of Lucille Drive is a 2002 graduate of Syosset High School, and she’s enjoying a career working as a special education teacher at a public school in Queens. She attended the district’s December 6 presentation and stated how proud she was of her hometown schools and as a Hindu-American. “I have never been so proud of Syosset until I saw the news approving Diwali and Eid as holidays. As a special Ed. teacher in inner Queens with kids of all nationalities, seeing the students react to Christmas trees at this time of year in different ways – those conversations are still happening. To have this happen in Syosset is such a monumental decision. A lot of my family in other areas want to move here. You (the district) deserves a lot of praise being the first Long Island

district to approve these holidays,” she said. Mohindra noted the backlash from some people with anonymous online comments, but as a Hindu-American and a South Asian in Syosset for the past 21 years she applauds the board members who voted for the change. “It’s a move in the right direction to include our kids of all nationalities and all religions. Hopefully that’s one step further, and another reason why Syosset has Blue Ribbon schools” she told the group inside the Little Theatre. As of the December 6 district presentation the original Change.org petition, started by Niketa “Niki” Bhatia of Woodbury, had received a total of 631 signatures. In the petition, Bhatia wrote “Diwali should be a recognized holiday with a day off in the Syosset School District” while citing his guess of percentage close to 15 percent “if not more of the students in some Syosset schools, being of Indian decent.” “With changing demographics the district needs to embrace the diversity and recognize Diwali as a formal holiday as part of its school calendar of days off. Currently, students have the option of taking the day off and making up missed work. However many parents who stress education as top priority hesitate to keep their children at home to celebrate and will leave the revelry for the weekend. Diwali is a well-known holiday and the Syosset Board of Ed. should take the lead in embracing and recognizing the culture of its student body,” Bhatia urged in the petition. With the initiative came rounds and rounds of comments accompanying the petition online and on news websites, including CBS New York Local and News12. On Change.org Lori Simon of Syosset wrote “I believe we should rec-

ognize and value the cultures of all who live here in Syosset.” Syosset student Rayan Dhawan, the son of Syosset Fire Department Board of Commissioners’ Chairman Rohit “Roy” Dhawan, wrote “Diwali is a time for families to bond and be together on a joyous day. Children cannot do this when they are stressed with school and have to do hours of homework.” Harleen Bawa of New Hyde Park signed and commented “Kids should observe and celebrate the festival of Diwali. They have to pray and go to temple and celebrate with family. This is one of the most significant Indian festivals.” Meanwhile Santa Nandi of Brooklyn signed and wrote: “It’s really simple. This country is all about equality, and so the major holidays of every ethnicity, race and religion should be honored equally.... the other option is to not have any religious holidays in our schools systems whatsoever.” Bhatia’s own Blogspot website contained an elaboration on motivations behind her petition: “The people of Indian decent, most of whom are Hindus by religion, make up many significant and powerful pieces of the American Quilt. It is not so much recognizing Diwali, per se, but acknowledging that the people of Asian descent are American too. We are all Americans, and like the Europeans who first came and brought their culture with them, we also have something to contribute to America. We have celebrated Thanksgiving and Christmas, and now we should all revel in celebrating Rosh Hashanah, Eid, Lunar New Year and, of course, Diwali. This is what America is, a land of many different cultures and religions coming together.”

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Home for the Holidays: New York City is a Winter Wonderland of Spirited Delights BY KAREN RUBIN

New York City is never more vibrant than during the holiday season. The epicenter for Christmas in New York is Rockefeller Center – the Christmas tree, ice skating on one of the most iconic rinks in the world (therinkatrockcenter.com, ringed by giant Nutcrackers and holiday garlands and a veritable parade of angels. Perhaps little known, there are delightful eateries and shops inside at rink level. Also, you are just across the street from Saks Fifth Avenue which besides stunning animated storybook windows, has for several years turned its entire façade into a holiday Sound & Light show. Cap it off with a visit to St. Patrick’s Cathedral and St. Thomas Church (check out the holiday concert schedule). The City twinkles with holiday spirit, particularly as its famed stores strive to outdo the previous year’s artful animated windows. One of my favorite things is to structure a walking tour that starts at Macy’s on 34th Street, and moves up to Fifth Avenue to Lord & Taylor, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Bergdorf Goodman on 57th Street. (Barneys and Bloomingdale’s also have window displays). Other favorite venues to get into the Christmas Spirit: Bryant Park, with its massive Christmas tree, ice skating rink, holiday markets (through Jan 3), cafes, and carousel

Radio City’s world-famous Rockettes put on their iconic Christmas show © 2016 Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com (wintervillage.org) has become a another hallmark of the holidays. Besides Bryant Park, there are holiday markets (through Dec 24) at Union Square, Columbus Circle, and Grand Central Terminal. While your at The annual Holiday Train Show at Grand

Central Terminal, a popular model railroad exhibition presented annually by the New York Transit Museum, features Metro-North, New York Central, and subway trains departing from a miniature Grand Central Terminal (through February, M-F, 8 am-8pm, Sat-Sun,

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tradition for families, featuring model trains that hum past more than 150 iconic buildings in a miniature city landscape (though Jan 16, 2017). (nybg. org). Central Park is magical in any season, but particularly for the holidays, with the Wollman Rink (wollmanskatingrink.com). The Swedish Cottage, an enchanting place that should be visited, is home to one of the last public marionette companies in the country. (The cottage was originally constructed as a model pre-fabricated schoolhouse, and became Sweden’s entry in the 1876 Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia. After the exhibit, Central Park;s co-designer Frederick Law Olmsted had it placed in Central Park, where it has been headquarters for the Marionette Theater since 1939. On view: Three Bears Holiday Bash, through Dec. 30. (West Side at 79th Street) Three Bears Holiday Bash, through Dec. 30 (purchase tickets, www. cityparksfoundation.org/arts/swedishcottage-marionette-theatre).

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through January 2. The production will dazzle audiences with brand new dance numbers, extravagant costumes, and traditional fan favorites (rockettes. com/christmas). The New York City Ballet presents George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker, one of the most beloved and anticipated holiday classics, from November 25-December 31 (nycballet.com). There are always fantastic things going on at the American Museum of Natural History, famous for the Origami Holiday Tree (amnh. org), The theme of this year’s

13-foot tree is origami Dinosaurs Among Us, inspired by the current exhibitions ¡Cuba! and Dinosaurs Among Us. Visitors can see feathered dinosaurs and stunning modern birds among other treasured models. During the holiday season, knowledgable volunteers will be on hand to teach visitors of all ages the art of origami folding (through Jan.6). There are scores of special activities through December (even a sleepover for adults!). The Butterfly Conservatory has reopened. Also amazing venues: Metropolitan Museum of Art (metmuseum.org), The New-York Historical Society Museum & Library (nyhistory.org). Look up to the Empire State Building for its annual holiday light show series from December 20 – December 24. The building’s stunning Art Deco lobby will also be decked out with brand-new holiday decorations and custom-designed holiday windows. (www.esbnyc.com/explore/towerlights/calendar) Holiday Festivities in the Boroughs The New York Hall of Science presents Gingerbread Lane, which features more than 1,050 gingerbread houses as well as a double-decker carousel and 10-square-foot candy factory. Visitors can marvel at homemade gingerbread houses made entirely of edible gingerbread, royal icing and candy. The houses are drafted, designed, baked, planned, built and decorated by chef Jon Lovitch over the course of an entire year. GingerBread

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For (not just) the first-time visitor: ● Visitors can admire the City from up high all weekend long, with the iconic Empire State Building open 8am–2am (esbnyc.com). ● In Lower Manhattan, the recently opened One World

Observatory is open 9am–5pm on Christmas Eve and 9am–10pm on Christmas Day. ● Above the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree and Ice Rink, Top of the Rock is open 8am–11pm on December 24 and 8am–midnight December 25 (topoftherocknyc.com). ● Beloved Madame Tussauds New York has extended hours on December 24–25, open 9am–10pm both days (madametussauds.com). ● Ripley’s Believe it or Not’s 500-plus unique exhibits are open to the public 365 days a year, with holiday weekend hours of 9am–1am (ripleysnewyork.com).

For the culture buff: 12 Broadway shows are offering Christmas Day performances, including Beautiful – The Carole King Musical, Cats, Chicago, The Color Purple, Jersey Boys and Wicked (broadway.org). ● Historic jazz club Blue Note New York offers brunch and evening performances on December 24–25 (bluenote.net). ● Visitors to the Upper East Side’s Jewish Museum on December 24-25 can enjoy new exhibits and a sit-down meal at the museum’s recently opened Russ & Daughters café (thejewishmuseum.org).

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Lane has won the Guinness World Record for 2013, 2014 and 2015 for the largest gingerbread village. Lovitch’s creation will again contend for this year’s Guinness World Record. Free with NYSCI admission (through Jan 15, 2017, nysci.org). Visitors can take a tour of the festively decorated Queens County Farm Museum during the Holiday Open House at the Adriance Farmhouse in Floral Park, December 26–28 (noon-4 pm). Enjoy free tours of the decorated 1772 Adriance Farmhouse at our annual Holiday Open House. Children will enjoy seasonal craft activities and all visitors are invited to warm up with freshly mulled cider and snacks. A Victorian Christmas tree will be on display. (Free event; no gate admission, queensfarm.org) The Louis Armstrong House Museum, a national historic landmark, hosts annual holiday tours throughout the holiday season, featuring Louis Armstrong’s voice recording of “’Twas the Night before Christmas (A Visit from St. Nicholas)” from December 1-30 (louisarmstronghouse.org). A Slice of Brooklyn’s Christmas Lights Tour, running through December 31 (excluding Christmas Eve and Christmas Day), will dazzle guests with Dyker Heights’ sparkling lights exhibitions featuring 30-foot-

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For the outdoorsman: The City’s public parks, including Central Park, Pelham Bay Park and Prospect Park, are open over the holiday weekend, (nycgovparks.org). Three of the Wildlife Conservation Society’s zoos—Central Park Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo and Queens Zoo— are open on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day (wcs.org). The High Line, a stunning urban park that is itself a work of art (and has become one of New York’s most popular attractions), is open to the public over the holidays, offering visitors spectacular views of Manhattan’s Far West Side, Empire State Building, Hudson River and beyond (thehighline.org).

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For the last-minute shopper: Several department stores are open Christmas Eve (closed Christmas Day), including Macy’s Herald Square, Saks Fifth Avenue and Bloomingdales (nycgo.com). Arthur Avenue’s food and retail market is open December 24–25, offering the opportunity to purchase authentic Italian produce, fresh cheese, meats and holiday treats (arthuravenuebronx. com). Brooklyn Flea’s Winter Market at Skylight One Hanson is open

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What a fabulous winter! BY CLAIRE LYNCH Once the cold winter months arrive, Long Island looks so very different from the green leafy seasons of spring and summer. Still, there is a lot to like about winter which is the season of the Christmas, Hanukkah and New Year’s Day – and this is what stands out in my mind:

Hot Chocolate, Anyone?

My friends Gracie, Dennis, Kathy and Rob visit on one cold winter’s day and we decide to enjoy some hot chocolate. Pouring a half gallon of milk into a saucepan, I maintain a low flame and add some chocolate syrup to the pot. I make sure there is just enough chocolate syrup in there and keep stirring the mixture with a whisk, over and over, so it doesn’t burn. The hot chocolate milk starts to steam and I take it off the stove before it reaches the boiling point. I notice my visitors watching as I pour five mugs full of the hot chocolate, add some splashes of whipped cream to top them off and we sit back and enjoy. I’ve got a little extra hot chocolate in the pan – perfect for topping off our mugs later on. I start singing the song from the movie “The Polar Express” called “Hot Chocolate” where the waiters and waitresses dance down the train’s aisle

serving the guests mugs filled with hot chocolate. My friends laugh at my singing but soon they join in singing “Hot Chocolate.” It goes: “Hot! Hot! Ooh, we got it! Hot! Hot! Hey, we got it! Hot! Hot! Say, we got it! Hot chocolate! …”

Planes Head for Warmer Places

Back in the 1970s my mom and dad would pack the car with us kids and we would take a drive to J. F. Kennedy Airport just to watch the planes. The best time to do it would be in the winter when it had begun to snow and the world was being covered with all that white fluffy stuff. Security wasn’t as strict back then so we were able to go and just watch for a few hours. We’d see the jets coming in for a landing and my brothers, sisters and I would take guesses as to what exotic places they were coming from. St. Croix? Bermuda? London? Dublin? We’d watch as planes were being cleaned and the luggage loaded, then the plane would back up and line up on the tarmac to take off. We would spend time guessing where it might be going. We’d be so excited

about it that my mom and dad would chime in. “Trips to Ireland and England would most likely leave in the evening,” my dad would explain. Morning trips would probably fly to Florida, the Midwest, etc. I remember dreaming about these faraway places and wonder what exotic place I might go to.

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In Mary Pope Osborne’s children’s book, “Polar Bears Past Bedtime,” she writes in the preface that she learned an astonishing fact - that even though polar bears can weigh as much as 1,000 pounds, they can walk on ice that is too thin to hold a person. How? They lie flat on the ice and perfectly balance their weight so that the ice won’t crack. Then they move forward by pulling with their claws, all of this while maintaining their perfect balance. Who knew? “Polar Bears Past Bedtime” is set in the freezing Arctic, the perfect habitat for polar bears. Jack’s facts about the Arctic: “In the summer the sun never sets. In the winter the sun never rises. Sea hunters wear sealskin. Siberian Huskies pull dogsleds. ‘Igloo’ means ‘house.’ People can learn from animals. Polar bears can walk on ice too thin

to hold a person. The northern lights are an amazing sight.”

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Last January (1/22/16 into 1/23) a blizzard hit Long Island and much of the east coast, dumping 24 inches of snow and having winds of 50 mph. Meteorologists had warned us Long Islanders days in advance of the storm. We were to stock up on food, water, medicine, shovels, flashlights, batteries, radios and more before the blizzard started. Once the preparations were set, I went to sleep that Friday night listening for the sound of a howling wind and looking for the bright light on my curtains that signaled a recent snowfall. I tried staying awake to see the magic outside my door, but Mr. Sandman had arrived before the snow started. I woke up at 5:30 a.m. that Saturday to the sound of a snowplow outside my door. That was an official signal that at least six inches of snow had fallen. Pulling back the curtains and peering out, sure enough a blizzard had hit. Long Island had been transformed into a winter wonderland. See page D7

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Mailbag Miscellany BY TOM MARGENAU

I’m drawing a blank. And I’m blaming it on my bad cold. My head is all stuffed up and I can’t think of anything to write about for today’s column. So I decided to open my inbox and turn the first four or five questions into a column. Here goes. Q: I appreciate the recent column you wrote about the confusion people have between Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income payments. Could you please do the same for Medicare and Medicaid? I work in a doctor’s office and I swear that three-fourths of the elderly patients I deal with mix them up. A: I know exactly what you mean. Every single week, I hear from dozens of folks who confuse these two government-run health insurance programs. In a nutshell, I can explain the major difference this way. Medicare is for anyone, rich or poor, who is 65 or older, or who is getting Social Security disability benefits. Medicaid is for poor people -- usually for folks who are on welfare or who are getting SSI benefits. Or to put that another way. Warren Buffet qualifies for Medicare benefits. But he will never be eligible for the Medicaid program. There are two major parts to Medicare, called A and B. Part A is hospital coverage that helps pay for inpatient hospital bills. It is paid for my payroll taxes deducted from worker’s paychecks. Because you pay for it while you are working, the coverage is free once you reach age 65, or once you’ve been getting Social Security disability benefits for 24 straight months. Part B of Medicare is called medical insurance. It provides coverage for doctor’s visits, lab tests, outpatient hospital care, etc. It is paid for by monthly premiums, usually deducted from your Social Security checks. Anyone 65 or older, or anyone who has been getting Social Security disability benefits for two years in a row, can apply for Part B Medicare coverage. (It is this Part B of Medicare that people usually mistakenly refer to as Medicaid. For example, many folks will tell me that they have “Medicare and Medicaid,” when what they really mean to say is that they have Parts A and B of Medicare.) There are also Parts C and D of Medicare. But they are not as common. Part C is sort of like an HMO version of Medicare. Part D provides prescription drug coverage. Medicaid helps pay for a broad range of medical services for poor people in this country. It is most frequently tied to our nation’s primary welfare program for the elderly and disabled population, the Supplemental Security Income program. So if you are getting SSI, you also will get Medicaid coverage. Even though Medicaid is tied to the federal

SSI program, it is administered by state social service agencies, more commonly known as welfare offices. Q: I am getting Social Security disability benefits. When I die, will my wife qualify for my disability payments? A: Your wife wouldn’t qualify for your “disability payments,” per se. But what she could qualify for is monthly widow’s benefits, assuming she meets the eligibility criteria. In a nutshell, she would get widow’s benefits if she is 60 or older when you die. Or if she is under 60 but has minor children in her care. So if there are no little kids at home, and if she isn’t 60 years old when you die, she won’t get any of your Social Security until she reaches that age. Q: Can immigrants who move to this country get Social Security retirement benefits if they have never worked and paid into the Social Security system? Can they get SSI benefits? A: The quick answers to your questions are “no” and “no.” A person must work and pay Social Security taxes for a minimum of 10 years to qualify for Social Security retirement benefits. Certainly, there are noncitizens who get Social Security checks. These are people who came to this country legally and who have lived and worked here long enough to meet that 10-year minimum requirement. So despite all kinds of silly internet rumors to the contrary, there are no immigrants getting Social Security benefits who have not worked and paid Social Security taxes for more than a decade. And because SSI is a welfare program, U.S. citizenship is required to qualify for benefits. So unless an immigrant becomes a citizen, he or she will never qualify for SSI benefits. Q: Can I get Social Security disability benefits if I am getting worker’s compensation payments? A: Yes, you can. But one or the other benefit might have to be cut. And that’s because there is a law that says the combination of your worker’s comp payments and your Social Security disability check cannot exceed 80 percent of whatever your average monthly income was before you became disabled. If the total payments exceed that amount, one or the other must be reduced. Which benefit gets cut varies from state to state. Looks like there is room for one more question out of the mailbag. And it turns out to be maybe the most common question I get. Q: I will be 62 years old next year. My husband is 70 and has been getting his Social Security for many years now. Can I apply for wife’s benefits on my husband’s Social Security record and save my own until I am 66 years old? A: No, you can NOT do that. The law says you must apply for your own Social

Security retirement benefits first. And only after you sign up for your own Social Security can you look to your husband’s record and see if you can get any additional benefits from his account.

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NYC is a Winter Wonderland of Spirited Delights C ontinued from page D3 December 24 from 10am to 3pm, and is offering extended noon to 8pm holiday hours December 21–23 (brooklynflea. com). Lower East Side staple Essex Street Market will be open December 24, with vendors including beauty suppliers, art galleries and bakeries (essexstreetmarket.com). Holiday Tours with a Twist The RIDE, an innovative bus tour of Manhattan’s highlights, does a special Holiday Edition, available through Jan. 8. The comfy motorcoaches, designed so that the seats face out to giant picture windows, whips around the city. (holiday tickets $79, 212-221-0853,ExperienceTheRide.com).l Sugartooth Tours presents a Holiday Market Dessert Tour that lets you sample delectable desserts from Herald Square through lesser-known hidden gem bakeries, where you experience the culinary traditions of a wide variety of countries, including France, Germany, and Belgium, tasting hot chocolate, gingerbread cookies and other treats. The tour concludes at the Union Square Holiday Market, the area’s most exciting holiday market for shopping and other holiday treats. The tours are offered Sundays at 2 pm up until Christmas, and by request for groups. Tickets are $50 and include all tastings. Gift certificates available. www.sugartoothtours. com. Holiday Places to Dine As for the most festive places for dining: • Tavern on the Green, the Central Park holiday mainstay, offers a three-course prix-fixe Brunch menu from 9am-3pm. For Christmas Eve and Christmas Day they will offer their Traditional Tavern on the Green Christmas dinner for $125 per person. Seating will be 4pm-11pm on Christmas Eve and 11am-9pm on Christmas Day (tavernonthegreen.com). • The Palm Court at The Plaza offers special Christmas high tea service with a three-tiered assortment of holiday delicacies on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day for $125 per person. Their holiday menu runs from November 1 – January 3 (theplazany. com). • Marcus Samuelsson’s Red Rooster Harlem presents a three-course prixfixe menu for $55 per person featuring American holiday staples such as cornbread, deviled eggs, honey glazed ham, butternut squash soup, and roast turkey (redroosterharlem.com). David Chang’s renowned •

Momofuku Ko presents an eightcourse tasting menu for both lunch and dinner on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day for $225 per person (ko.momofuku. com). • Geoffrey Zakarian’s The Lambs Club presents a Holiday Carolers Brunch each Saturday in December and Christmas Day, featuring a traditional caroling troupe and seasonal treats like the Stuffed French Toast with mascarpone, cranberry-pear compote and hazelnuts along with decadent hot chocolate and toppings. Reservations are $68 Per adult and $35 per child (thelambsclub.com). Holiday Lodging Packages Have family or friends who are visiting from out of town? Here are some hotel ideas: • Visitors have no shortage of options when it comes to new hotels this holiday season, including The Beekman, Four Seasons New York Downtown and Arlo Hotels’ two new properties. • Z Hotel NYC is offering a Making Memories Package from October 7 to December 24. Components of the package include a Deluxe Queen overlooking the Manhattan skyline, dinner for two in the hotel’s new restaurant, the ceLLar bar, ice skating at Rockefeller Center, and a picture flip book capturing memories of your NYC trip. • For the holiday shopping season, ROW NYC offers a Bloomingdales Shop & Stay package, providing guests with a Bloomingdales’ $50 gift card, duffle bag, VIP leather wallet, key chain and special in-store offers (rownyc.com). • Conrad New York will again offer its Conrad Skate package, including a stay in the hotel’s luxurious suites, breakfast at ATRIO See page D6

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Serafina paired with a Magnum bottle of Dom Perignon Rose Champagne delivered to the suite at midnight, as well as overnight accommodations in the Triplex Penthouse Suite and limo transfers to and from the airport (thetimehotels.com). • The Surrey is launching a new package, Champagne Wishes to celebrate the holidays and toast the New Year in true luxury. Visitors who reserve a salon or suite during the

holiday season will receive a child bottle of Veuve Cliquot, Champagne Truffles and a Champagne and Pearl Sugar treatment at the hotel’s Cornelia Spa (surrey.com). •/ During the month of December, The Loews Regency offers unique and festive holiday experiences including a 15-foot-tall Christmas tree, complimentary Hot Chocolate happy hour, complimentary kate spade new york pajamas, and carol performances

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Great gifts for the family photographer

hotography has long been a great way for talented artists to express themselves while providing glimpses into the world and the people who inhabit it. Since the dawn of social media, taking pictures has become incredibly popular, as platforms such as Instagram and Facebook have inspired millions across the globe to point and click. With holiday shopping season upon us, chances are many shoppers have an amateur photographer on their shopping list. Fostering a love of photography in a friend or family member may encourage them to see the world in ways they never imagined possible. Holiday shoppers with little or no knowledge of photography may want to consider the following gift ideas for their loved ones with a passion for taking photos. Photography classes Photography is both an art form and a skill, and novice photographers will no doubt appreciate a chance to learn more about their hobby. Beginner photography classes can teach amateurs the basics of photography, including exposure and how to get the most out of their cameras. Look for more advanced classes for photographers whose skills are more developed. Advancements in photography continue to be made, so giving a loved one the opportunity to stay abreast of the latest technological developments and techniques is a gift any photography fan would appreciate. Showcase Photography is a hobby for many people, but there are no rules stating hobbies cannot earn their practitioners some money. If you believe your loved one’s work can earn him or her some money, the gift of a place to showcase their work can be both rewarding and potentially lucrative. Holiday shoppers who want

to encourage their loved ones can give a subscription to a site such as YourArtGallery.com. For the cost of a monthly subscription, artists who contribute to YourArtGallery.com can offer their work for sale to art buyers from all walks of life, ranging from collectors and curators to designers and individual photography enthusiasts. Unlike traditional galleries that charge as much as 50 percent of image royalties for each piece they sell, YourArtGallery.com members earn 90 percent of all image royalties. Gear Photography is a rewarding hobby, but it can be expensive, especially when it comes to gear. Professional photographers tend to own various cameras, so if your budget allows, consider giving a new camera to your loved one this holiday season. If your knowledge of cameras is limited, consult a salesperson at a local photography store. Do your homework beforehand by researching the kinds of photos your loved one most enjoys taking, whether it’s shots of nature or live action sporting events or whatever subject matter stokes his or her passion. If a camera is beyond your budget, consider a gift card to a photography store that can offset the cost of your friend or family member’s next camera. Or consider other gear, such as a new camera lens, a tripod or a camera bag. External hard drive Photography enthusiasts tend to take lots and lots of pictures, and even digital pictures can monopolize available storage space, including cloud space. An external hard drive gives photographers a place to store their photos, and the peace of mind that those photos are unlikely to disappear should their smartphone, tablet or computer be damaged.

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ood plays a big role come the holiday season, when friends and family tend to gather around the dinner table to share good meals and catch up on the year’s happenings. But while food plays an integral role at holiday gatherings, food also makes a great gift for that friend or family member on your holiday list who loves to savor a good meal no matter the time of year. Thanks in part to celebrity chefs and television shows that teach viewers how to make gourmet meals at home, it’s now easier than ever before for food lovers to expand their culinary horizons. Gifting such food fanatics can be fun and may even inspire a love of unique cuisine in holiday shoppers, especially those who consider the following gift ideas. • Cooking kit: Ingredients and other essential elements of good meals were once taken for granted. But more and more foodies are now creating their own foods from scratch. Bacon fans may fall in love with a kit that helps them cure and smoke their own bacon, while those who love fresh, homemade bread may appreciate a bread-making kit that includes flour, a pan, some recipes, and other items necessary to make the perfect homemade loaf of bread. Cooking kit options are vast, so find a food your loved one can’t go without and purchase the appropriate kit. • Gardening tools: While the holiday season might not seem like the ideal time to buy your favorite foodie some gardening tools, such items make the perfect gift for your loved one who wants to grow his or her own fruits and vegetables. Locally grown produce

has become increasingly popular among foodies focused on eco-conscious cooking practices, and it does not get much more local than home cooks’ own backyards. • Cutlery set: Though it’s easy to overlook, cutlery goes a long way toward making home cooks’ jobs easier. The right cutlery set, which may include one or two chef’s knives, a vegetable knife, a santoku knife, a bread knife, and other knives home cooks will appreciate, can make preparing a meal easier and more efficient than cooking without a set. High-end cutlery sets can cost several hundred dollars, but shoppers on more limited budgets can still find quality cutlery sets for less money. • Food getaway: Many foodies love to travel so they can experience cuisines popular overseas or in different regions of the country. Men and women whose spouses love food can plan a food-themed getaway weekend to a locale that specializes in a type of food their significant others enjoy or have always wanted to try. For example, men and women who love lobster may enjoy a trip to Maine’s annual Lobster Festival, while those who can’t get enough barbecue may appreciate a trip to one of the country’s more notable barbecue spots, such as Memphis, Kansas City, North Carolina or Texas. Food-themed gifts make the perfect holiday present for food fanatics, and shoppers have an endless array of options to satisfy their favorite foodies’ appetites.

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oliday shopping is an annual tradition for many people. But while it may be customary to exchange gifts with loved ones during the holiday season, how those gifts are purchased has changed dramatically over the last decade and a half. Thanks to advancements in technology, many holiday shoppers get their shopping done without ever setting foot in malls or shopping centers. And data indicates more and more shoppers are using their smartphones to do their holiday shopping. According to Nielsen Mobile Measurement, the number of mobile shoppers in December 2014 rose to 138.1 million users, an increase of nearly 14 million users from the same period just a year earlier. And mobile shoppers averaged nearly a full hour more shopping on the Web from their mobile phones in 2014 than in 2013. Convenience often drives shoppers’ decisions to use their mobile phones during the holiday season. But it’s important that shoppers not sacrifice security for the sake of convenience. Those who want the best of both worlds this holiday season can take several steps to protect their personal infor-

mation while shopping on their smartphones. • Only use shopping apps with which you’re comfortable. Downloading an app only takes a few seconds, and some shoppers are so used to downloading apps they may not realize just what they’re downloading. Before installing an app on your phone, familiarize yourself with the app and what it requests of its user. Some apps ask users for a considerable amount of personal information, even though there is no legitimate reason for them to have that information. If you’re uncomfortable with apps that require you to allow access to your location and other potentially sensitive information, don’t download the app. • Sign out when you stop using an app. It may be convenient to stay signed in to an app at all times, but that can leave you vulnerable to hackers and/ or thieves. Many apps store users’ credit card numbers so shoppers don’t have to enter such information each time they make a purchase. If you stay signed in to an app at all times, hackers who access your smartphone can then access your credit card information, as

can thieves should your phone be stolen. Signing out when you finish using an app provides an extra measure of protection. • Turn off automatic connections. Many smartphones enable users to automatically connect to nearby Wi-Fi networks so they can seamlessly access the Internet regardless of where they are. However, some Wi-Fi networks are fraudulent, and you may unknowingly be transmitting sensitive data through such networks when you automatically log on. Disable automatic connections, only logging on to secure Wi-Fi networks when out in public. • Browse but don’t buy. Shoppers who are especially concerned about smartphone security may want to use apps and their smartphone’s Internet connections to browse rather than buy. Avoid logging into apps or websites when using your smartphone, instead browsing deals and jotting them down on the phone’s notes app. You can then make purchases once you gain access to a secure network, such as the one at your home or office. Holiday shoppers are increasingly

turning to their smartphones to do their holiday shopping. While the convenience of such devices may be unrivaled, consumers must prioritize security over expediency.

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How to find great gifts for the family handyman

or those people who don’t know a box cutter from a box saw, shopping for men and women who like to get their hands dirty around the house can be a difficult task. Home improvement projects are complex undertakings that often involve the use of complex tools, and novices may be lost in the proverbial woods as they look for gifts for their loved ones who can’t wait to swing hammers around the house. Though there’s always an element of risk when shopping for gifts for loved ones, the following hints might help shoppers with no knowledge of home improvement projects find gifts that will please their favorite handyman. • Take inventory of his or her existing tools. When shopping for the DIY enthusiast in your family, try to take inventory of his or her tool chest before beginning your search. Make note of any tools that look new, checking those off your shopping list, and any that look like they need replacing. Use your phone to photograph any unfamiliar tools that you might want to replace so you know what to look for when visiting the hardware store. • Think of what your relative likes to do most. The family handyman may have a particular area of home improvement expertise or something he or she is especially passionate about. Does your loved one prefer to work in the garden? Is he into woodworking and making decorative items for the house? Think of what he or she likes to do most and then look for something that will make that hobby more enjoy-

able. While multipurpose tools might make for welcome gifts, something more specific to his or her particular passion may make an even better gift. • Think outside the (tool)box. While new tools might make a handyman’s day, they are not the only items that make great DIY gifts. Consider enrolling your loved one in an advanced class so he or she can learn more about a favorite hobby. Or gift a magazine subscription so he or she can stay abreast of the latest DIY trends and topics. Such gifts are great options for shoppers hesitant to purchase potentially costly tools that may or may not be hits with their relatives. • Speak with a professional. If you can’t access your loved one’s workshop or simply don’t know what he or she might want, ask a local contractor for gift recommendations. For example, a carpenter might know just what will elicit a smile from woodworking enthusiasts, while landscapers might be able to suggest items for gardening or lawn care enthusiasts. Advancements are always being made in the home improvement industry, and those people who make their living in that industry might be great resources as you try to find the go-to gift for your loved one. Finding a gift for the family handyman might be difficult for shoppers with no DIY experience of their own. But a little forethought and perhaps some professional assistance can be just what shoppers need to find gifts their loved ones will cherish for years to come.

lose-knit groups of employees commonly exchange gifts with one another come the holiday season. Friendly coworkers enjoy bringing smiles to the faces of their friends and fellow employees, and these informal gift exchanges can benefit company morale and establish a familial atmosphere at the office. In spite of the good-natured reasons to exchange gifts with coworkers, some people are nervous about the prospect of gifting fellow employees. Questions regarding what makes for an appropriate gift or how much to spend may arise, turning office gift exchanges into potentially puzzling situations. Those ready to participate in office gifting can follow certain etiquette guidelines to take the anxiety out of office gifting. • Determine if there is an office policy governing gift exchanges. Some businesses may have a specific policy in place that establishes guidelines on what makes acceptable, appropriate gifts for coworkers. The larger the company, the more specific the policy is likely to be. • Consider the overall office climate. Is yours a relaxed working environment, or is it ultra-formal? Allow the corporate culture to play a part in your gifting decisions. A gift that may be appropriate for a smaller, casual company may not be fitting for a large, rules-heavy corporation. Always let common sense prevail. • Establish a spending limit. Spending limits let everyone know just how much to spend. Resist

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How to organize office gift exchanges the urge to go above and beyond. While you may just want to be generous, others may view an expensive gift as a way to show off or an attempt to flatter a coworker or even a boss. • Think of life outside the office. When shopping, start thinking about what your coworkers like to do when they are not at work. For example, golf enthusiasts may enjoy a box of balls or a gift certificate to play at an area course. Stick to generic gifts if you are unsure of what your coworkers do when they are not working. Personalized holiday mementos, gadgets for entertaining, items that can be used around the office or food-related gift baskets make great holiday gifts. Remember to take into account others’ religions and traditions when shopping. • Avoid gifts that are overly personal. Steer clear of giving fragrances or cosmetic products because you do not know what the other person will like. Scented products also may send the wrong message, indicating you think someone needs to cover up with an aroma. Clothing is another gift to avoid, as certain items may be seen as suggestive and you may not be in tune with the recipient’s personal style. • Consider personal or handmade gifts as well. Engraved picture frames, hand-picked gift baskets filled with homemade treats or gift certificates to favorite coffee shops or lunch spots in the vicinity of the office make ideal office gifts.

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Simple ways to dress up your home for the holidays

the mantle or within the main window of the house, where they can reflect tree lights and add sparkle.

he holiday season is rife with traditions that focus on fun and family. One such testament to the festive spirit of the holiday season is the many homes and businesses decorated with the lights and colors that have become synonymous with the season.

• Bring in more greenery. Drape evergreen boughs on staircase handrailings or on the mantle, or use greenery to frame doorways. The scent will be inviting and things instantly will look more festive.

Decorating for the holiday season can be time-consuming. While decking the halls may not consume as much time as holiday shopping and wrapping presents, according to data from a 2013 American Time Use Survey, interior and exterior decorating for the holidays may consume anywhere from 2.5 to 3 hours per session.

• Use throws and decorative pillows. Change the look of a room with holiday-colored decor if you do not want to clutter the space with knickknacks. A red and green blanket draped over the sofa can give off a comforting holiday vibe.

Holiday decorating includes things as simple as setting up a menorah or as complex as stringing lights on the exterior of a home. Though elaborate displays can take hours to erect, timecrunched holiday celebrants can still create festive, welcoming displays. • Hang holiday wreaths. Holiday enthusiasts without much time to decorate can invest in a couple of holiday wreaths, which can be dressed up as much or as little as celebrants prefer. If you do not have the time to string lights on the house, wrap them around wreaths hung in windows or hang the wreaths on a home’s main entrance. Celebrants who want to go a less traditional route can hang wreaths made of holly, citrus fruits, ribbons, or any other greenery instead of the more customary evergreen wreaths. • Decorate with ornaments. Ornaments are not

• Focus on the front door and entryway. Celebrants who do not have the time to decorate their entire homes can create a warm, inviting space by decorating their front doors and entryways. Place greenery, bows, tinsel, lights, and winter-inspired accessories by the front door so friends and family visiting for the season catch the holiday spirit the moment they walk through the door. • Place LED candles in windows. Rather than contending with twinkle lights and electric cords, homeowners can employ battery-operated faux candles to create a homey appeal in windows and hallways throughout their homes. exclusive to Christmas trees. Fill a vase or bowl with metallic ornaments and place it in a prominent location, such as a busy hallway or the foyer of your home. Hang ornaments on clear filament from

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adgets make great gifts come the holiday season. Children may want the latest must-have video games, and many adults scour store advertisements for the newest televisions, tablets, smartphones, and other gadgets to include among their own most wanted lists. According to the Consumer Electronics Association, the holiday season is typically a record-setting time for consumer spending on tech gifts. The CEA notes that roughly $34 billion was spent in 2015 on tech gifts, and that number figures to grow during the 2016 holiday season. The holiday season is a time when consumers buy tech gifts for their loved ones, but it’s also a time when they splurge on items for themselves. Technology gifts are popular, but these purchases require some research prior to swiping a card at the checkout counter. Consider this advice before gifting any gadgets this holiday season. • Check product reviews. Use resources such as Consumer Reports to read up on the reputations of certain products and brands. Avoid purchasing products that have no established track record. Also try to read reviews from third-party sites rather than those posted on manufacturer websites. Independent reviews may be more forthcoming than customer testimonials. • Speak with an educated retailer. Visit a store before making any purchases to learn more about the inner workings of the product you plan to buy. Discover its attributes, advantages, disadvantages,

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Guide to shopping for tech gifts and what others are saying about it. The salesperson may have his or her own opinion on the item and may calm any nerves you have. Niche retailers tend to have knowledgeable sales staff and can be assets when comparison shopping. • Determine if the gift is age-appropriate. It may be tempting to purchase children the latest and greatest tech gifts because all of their peers may be getting similar items. But first determine if certain items are age-appropriate. Remember, many tech gifts, such as tablets and smartphones, open children up to the world of social media. So if you buy such products, make sure you have turned on the privacy and safety features available before giving the item to your loved one. If you are purchasing a gift for a young person who is not your child, check with his or her parents to see if the gift will be appropriate or even permitted. • Compare prices across various retailers. While popular gifts may be similarly priced because of the level of demand, it is still a worthy effort to comparison shop before making a rash purchase. In addition, consider that new generations of certain tech products come out quite frequently, and the previous generation may become obsolete rather quickly. Know when manufacturers are releasing new products so you can time your purchases accordingly. • Put the product through your own test run. Try a product out for yourself to get a feel for it and its attributes. Hands-on knowledge may be the best type when gifting tech items. Just keep in mind that many retailers have a reboxing or restocking fee on

tech products. If the item fails to meet your expectations and you plan to return it, it may cost you a percentage of the price. The popularity of tech gifts makes them one of the most widely exchanged categories of presents during the holiday gift-giving season. With research and knowledge, consumers can find the perfect gifts to light up their loved ones’ faces.

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Stocking stuffers for athletes and sports enthusiasts

ifts comes in all shapes and sizes, and sometimes the best gifts are those that come in small packages. Though some people pore over their holiday shopping lists for weeks, it’s not uncommon for even the most devoted holiday shopper to overlook stocking stuffers, which can be just as difficult to find as larger gifts. When shopping for stocking stuffers, consider the recipient’s interests. For example, athletes and sports enthusiasts would undoubtedly love a gift that reflects their loyalty to a favorite team or their devotion to a particular sport. Holiday shoppers who have a sports-crazed superfan or accomplished athlete on their shopping lists may want to consider the following items when looking for stocking stuffers this holiday season. • Sports memorabilia: Sports fanatics sometimes double as collectors who are always on the lookout for new memorabilia to display. Such collectibles may include bobbleheads, cards, ticket stubs and signed photographs or equipment. Rare memorabilia may be beyond many gift-givers’ means, but there are still plenty of impressive items that can fit into any holiday gifting budget. • Game tickets: Give sports fans a chance to cheer on their favorite teams in person. Find a home game that will not require the recipient to travel too far, or if you want to splurge, include transportation with the tickets to an away game. Secondary market ticket-seller StubHub is a reliable resource that

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ome the holiday season, millions of people will be flocking to stores or browsing online retailers to shop for gifts for their friends and loved ones. Video games have long been some of the most popular holiday gifts to give, and this year figures to be no different than years past. The assortment of video games is so diverse that consumers may not know where to begin their shopping excursions. Gaining a greater understanding of the video game rating system can ensure shoppers they find age-appropriate games for the youngsters on their holiday shopping lists. Video games are rated by the Entertainment Software Rating Board. The ESRB is an independent, self-regulatory organization that assigns age and content ratings, enforces industry-adopted advertising guidelines and ensures responsible online privacy principles for computer and video games in the United States, Mexico and nearly all of Canada. The ratings provided are concise and help shoppers make informed decisions based on the content in video games. According to the ESRB, the ratings have three parts: 1. Rating categories suggest age appropriateness. 2. Content descriptors indicate content that may have triggered a particular rating and/or may be of interest or concern. 3. Interactive elements inform about interactive aspects of a product, including the users’ ability to interact; the sharing of users’ locations with others; the sharing of personal information with third parties; the completion of in-app purchases of digital

goods; and/or level of restriction of internet access. This rating system was derived in 1994 after various child development and academic experts were consulted. Other rating systems also were considered, and the ESRB consulted with parents nationwide as well. There are currently seven different ESRB ratings for games and apps. They are as follows: • C: Early childhood games feature content that is intended for young children. • E: Games rated as Everyone feature content that is generally suitable for all ages. There may be minimal cartoon, fantasy or mild violence. Mild language may be infrequent. • E 10+: Content in games rated Everyone 10+ is appropriate for gamers ages 10 and up. The games may contain cartoon, fantasy or mild violence. Mild language and/or minimally suggestive themes also may be present. • T: Teen games are generally suitable for ages 13 and up. These games may contain violence, suggestive themes, crude humor, minimal blood, simulated gambling, and some strong language. • M: Games deemed as Mature are generally suitable for gamers ages 17 and up. In such games, there is a high propensity for intense violence, blood and gore, sexual content, and strong language. • A: Adults-only games have content suitable for adults ages 18 and up. Graphic sexual content, prolonged scenes of intense violence, and gambling with real currency may be depicted or available in these games. • RP: Games that are marked Rating Pending have not yet received a final

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Video game and app ratings help consumers choose age-appropriate gifts for the gamers on their holiday shopping lists. ESRB rating. Usually this verbiage is only used in marketing materials, and the rating will be updated once the product hits the market. Along with the general rating, the ESRB uses content descriptors to further break down the type of content one can expect in the games. These can include everything from references to alcohol to fantasy violence to sexual

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What a fabulous winter! C ontinued from page D3 wonderland.

Snowshoes in January

On a snowy day when cars tend to get stuck in the snow – and slip-slide around even if they get out – I see some neighbors of mine gather their snowshoes from the garage and put them on. Snowshoeing has been around for thousands of years and I realize that snowshoeing has become more sophisticated over time. Still, I have never seen any of my neighbors on Long Island strap on a pair of snowshoes and get moving. For me, watching them is a novelty. Rosie and Don take a walk up the street, go around the block and reappear just a few minutes later. They look invigorated from the cold air – and walking – and I think that snowshoeing looks like fun on a winter’s day when so many other things have come to a halt!

It’s “Eggnog Time”

Some people associate drinking eggnog with the Christmas holiday but my family and I like drinking it on Thanksgiving Day as well as on Christmas. Supermarkets start selling it early, so we pick up some cartons of eggnog, chill it and serve it in some fancy crystal glasses. A dash of nutmeg and cinnamon on top dresses up the drink and we have a toast before enjoying it on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. There’s an eggnog recipe out there for practically everyone but we find the supermarket type hits the spot. I realize that there are eggnog families and non-eggnog families (those people who would never drink that thick yellowy drink) and my family is definitely a happy eggnog family. Eggnog itself is a drink of eggs, dairy, sugar and mine does not add alcohol but some families do. It’s optional. The English have been mixing eggnog for several hundred years and the drink crossed the Atlantic with the early American colonists. I wouldn’t drink it on a hot summer’s day but it sure hits the spot on a cold winter’s day. Here’s to tradition – and here’s to the season!

Groundhog Day

The 1993 movie “Groundhog Day” stars Bill Murray and Andie MacDowell covering that famous day of February 2 when Punxsutawney Phil in western Pennsylvania sees his shadow – or not – and predicts whether there will be six more weeks of winter – or there will be an early spring. Bill Murray plays Phil, a TV weatherman working for a local station in Pennsylvania but convinced that national news stardom is in his grasp. Phil displays a charm and wit on camera that evaporates the moment the red light goes off. He is negative, self-centered and doesn’t treat his co-workers, his producer Rita and cam-

eraman Larry, well at all. It is February 2, 1992, and Phil, Rita and Larry are covering the annual Groundhog Day festivities in Punxsutawney, PA. Phil does not exactly enjoy the assignment. He is one reluctant weatherman. This is the fourth year that he is covering the groundhog and Phil is bored with the subject. The citizens of the small town await the appearance of Punxsutawney Phil, the groundhog who will supposedly determine the length of winter by his ability to see his own shadow. Phil is eager to beat a hasty retreat, but when a freak snowstorm strands him in Punxsutawney, he wakes up the next morning feeling a sense of déjà vu. Phil comically seems to be living the same day over again – but he is the only one who knows that. The next morning it happens again and then again. Phil sees Ned Ryerson, an old classmate, Phil walks away, he steps off the curb and into a big puddle and so it goes. No matter what he does, he’s stuck in February 2, 1992. The alarm on his clock goes off at 6 a.m. playing the 1965 Sonny & Cher song “I Got You Babe” and yes, it sounds familiar. Each day is February 2 over and over. (rottentomatoes.com) That’s winter for you.

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Sometimes we go to Christopher Morley Park in Roslyn and other times we go to Loft’s Pond in Baldwin and wherever we go, winter is the perfect time to lace our ice skates and go for a spin. It’s hat, gloves, scarf, ski coat and thermal underwear time. My childhood friend, Tommy, seemed to have a knack for ice skating from day one and he always made going forward and backward on his skates look so easy. He also did some spins that made everyone envious. Whether it’s ice skating, skiing, snowboarding or tobogganing, we have a winter wonderland outside our front doors to enjoy. For many people winter is a challenging time. Mounds of snow pile up for weeks on end and icy roads can make driving a hassle. I realize that some people aren’t as free to go outside and walk around as easily as they can do in the summer. But winter has sports that we can only do in the snow and ice. That’s what makes it so fun! Perhaps poet Edith Sitwell described the winter season best: “Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and for a talk beside the fire: it is the time for home.”

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Marketplace DINING ROOM SET READY FOR THE HOLIDAYS! 1920’s carved oak Jacobean 6 piece dining room set, sideboard, refractory dining room table, 4 chairs, 1 Captain. Cash & Carry only. Reduced $555. 516-236-6464 EXERCISE EQUIPMENT FOR SALE Elliptical Sole e95 $1,200 Lifefitness Cycle C1 $990 Powertec adjustable Workout Bench w/ leg and bicep attachments, Olympic and bicep bar and assortment of weights $1000 Speedbag setup $100 Call 516-659-0665 INVITED SALES BY TRACY JORDAN Consignment Shoppe and Auction House Open 7 Days a Week Consignments by Appointment Monthly Live & Online Auctions Tag Sale, Appraisals and Estate Sale Services Complete House Cleanouts Moving Services Home Staging Services 839 Stewart Avenue Garden City, NY 11530 516-279-6378 www.invitedsales.com

Wanted to Buy ABE BUYS ANTIQUES: Silver, paintings, rugs antique cars & all contents. All Cash! 917-817-3928 CASH BUYER, Old Comic Books 10c to 35c covers, also Guns, Gold Coins. I travel to you and buy EVERYTHING you have! Call Brian 1-800-617-3551 LOOK! Old clocks and watches wanted by collector regardless of condition. Highest prices paid. 917-748-7225 LOOKING TO BUY! Oriental items, clothing, art, old & modern furniture, estates, jewelry, silver, glassware, dishes, old photos, coins & stamps, Call George flatware. 718-386-1104 or 917-775-3048 OLD TOOLS, toys, trains, coins, antiques, sterling, costume jewelry. Pleasant and courteous treatment. In business over 54 years. Immediate payment. Immediate removal. 347-256-7981 TOP CASH PAID: JEWELRY,, Furniture, Art, etc. Please call 718-598-3045 or 516-270-2128. www.iBuyAntiquesNYC.com

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DO YOU HATE KENNELS? OR STRANGERS IN YOUR HOUSE? HOME AWAY FROM HOME will care for your dog in my Garden City home while you are away. Dog walking also available. Pet CPR & first Aid Certified. Numerous referrals and references. Limited availability. Book early! Annmarie 516-775-4256 MYA’S K9 CAMP Full Service Pet Care Professional Dog Training Grooming Boarding Walking GC Resident 516-382-5553

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Real Estate For Rent Apartment for Rent FLORAL PARK VILLAGE 2nd floor apartment. Completely renovated 2 BR, 1 Bath. Includes EIK w/ SS appliances, granite counter and dishwasher. Large MBR w/walk in closet. Hardwood floors throughout. W/D in separate laundry room, 1 car garage. Near shops & LIRR. $2,150. For more information: Call Rose 516-655-7501 GARDEN CITY BORDER APARTMENTS: Spacious, bright studio apartment $1,275+ electric, gated parking, laundry room, air conditioning, dishwasher, hardwood floors, near LIRR. NO BROKER FEE. www.gcbapts.com 516-742-1101. Available December 15th

Remodeled 3 Rooms New EIK, 1 Bed, walk in shower, Doorman. Pet friendly. $2,300 “Owner Paying Half Broker’s Fee” 5 rooms, 2 Bed, FDR, EIK, Parking. $2,800 NEW TO MARKET Renovated 2 Bed, Granite EIK, LR/DR combo, walk in shower, Doorman. Pet friendly. $3,500 Garden City Properties 516-746-1563 516-313-8504

Real Estate For Sale Condo/Co-Op For Sale PORT WASHINGTON: Mill Pond Acres. Spacious 4 bedroom, 3 full baths. Nantucket style condo in 55+ gated community. 24 hour security. Features: Vaulted ceilings with skylights, fireplace, central air, backyard with garden and patio, garage, handicapped accessible, indoor pool, tennis and gym. By owner. By appointment only. Qualified buyers only. $959,000.00 Contact John at 917-435-8098. Email: jebreen18@gmail.com

Lots for Sale ABANDONED FARM! 26 acres $49,900 Gorgeous acreage with views, nice pond, in a perfect country setting! Quiet town road with utilities. EZ terms! 888-905-8847 LENDER ORDERED SALE! 39 acres assessed value $95,700 available now for $89,900! Catskill Mountain views, woods, fields, apple trees, great hunting! 3 hrs NYC. Owner terms! 888-479-3394 GRANDPARENTS Send in your grandchildren’s photos and

Real Estate For Sale Out Of Town Real Estate ALFRED, MAINE: Looking for a change of lifestyle? Considering retirement options? This historic and beautifully updated 30 room building built in a “U” shape was built in three sections (1770, 1808, 1908)and then joined. Includes 4 easily rented and beautifully upgraded apartments and 6 retail or professional offices, a 900sf. carriage house or an amazing workshop. Alfred, Maine is 4.5 hours from Long Island in the lakes region of Southern Maine. It’s an elegant, historic and vital town with all amenities. The community is warm and very accepting. Our excellent Elementary School is a short walk away. Ball fields, park, tennis courts and the beautiful town beach on clear and peaceful Shaker Pond is a 2 min bike ride. The Beehive will allow you to live in one of the terrific apartments, cover your expenses and STILL generate a profit. Please visit www.Beehive-Alfred.com for photos and a look at Alfred. $449,000. Please contact: MLS#4600528 Ship Bright, Coldwell Broker Home, 207-831-8420 direct or the local owner Rick at 516-512-4825.

Services HOME CARE & HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES: We provide these services: Live in or out maids, companions, home care, housekeeping. Haya’s & Rona Agency. Haya office 516-482-4400. cell 516-298-9445. Rona office 516-441-5555 cell 516-316-0111. 25 Great Neck Road, Suite 3, Great Neck, NY 11021 NEW YORK MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPISTS: Joan Atwood, Ph.D. An experienced therapist makes all the difference. Individual, couple, family therapy and anger management. 516-764-2526. jatwood@optonline.net www.NYMFT.com

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PIANO LESSONS By Ira Baslow. Experience the joy of playing the piano. Private lessons in your home, free noobligation piano lesson, all levels, all styles, all ages. Beginners a specialty. 516-312-1054 www.iwantmypianolessons.com

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CESAR’S PAINTING: Interior/Exterior renovations, wallpaper removal, skimcoating, painting, plastering. Senior discounts. 516-943-3755 INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PAINTING Plastering, Taping, Sheetrock Skim Cutting, Old Wood Refinish Staining, Wallpaper Removal & Hanging, Paint Removal Power Washing, Wood Replacement JOHN MIGLIACCIO Licensed & Insured #80422100000 Call John anytime: 516-901-9398 (Cell) 516-483-3669 (Office) JV PAINT HANDYMAN SERVICES Interior-Exterior Specialist Painting, Wallpapering, Plastering, Spackling, Staining, Power Washing. Nassau Lic#H3814310000 fully Insured Call John 516-741-5378

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Cleaning FOUR SEASONS CLEANING SERVICES 19 years of service Dust, Mop, Vacuum Homes, Apartments Offices. FREE ESTIMATES Call Karin 516-468-1791 MARIA’S CLEANING SERVICE Our excellent cleaning team will get your home or office spotless! Available Monday thru Friday 7am to 6pm Supplies provided if needed Own transportation Excellent references provided CALL 516-849-2026 SPARKLING CLEANING SERVICES Offices * Homes * Apartments Own Transportation Free Estimates Experienced with excellent references from many satisfied customers! Call or Text: 516-669-2909 STRONG ARM CLEANING: Residential and commercial cleaning specialist, post construction clean ups, shipping and waxing floors, move ins and move outs. Free estimates. Bonded and insured. 516-538-1125 www.strongarmcleaningny.com

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COMPLETE JUNK REMOVAL /DEMOLITION SERVICE: Strong Arm Contracting Inc. We haul anything and everything. Entire contents of home or office. We clean it up and take it away. Residential/Commercial. Bonded/Insured. Free estimates. 516-538-1125

PSYCHOTHERAPY: Efrat Fridman, LCSW. Individual, couple and family therapy. effiefrid@gmail.com 2 Pinetree Lane, Old Westbury, NY 11568. 516-224-7670 or 225 West 35th Street, NY 10001 718-887-4400

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SHOPPING FOR SUPPORT Clipping pet item coupons for Last Hope is a great and easy way to give your support. Every coupon we receive helps to defray our costs, particularly for dog and cat food. They can either be dropped off at our adoption center at 3300 Beltagh Avenue in Wantagh, or mailed to Last Hope, PO Box 7025, Wantagh 11793. Please share our need with your friends and family. Thank you! Visit http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org to read about Last Hope’s programs and to see the fabulous array of fantastic felines eagerly awaiting adoption into their forever homes!

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Trees of Love On Saturday, December 17th from 4-7 PM, Last Hope Animal Rescue will be continuing a holiday tradition begun in 1998, its “Trees of Love” at the Last Hope Adoption Center, 3300 Beltagh Avenue in Wantagh 11793. Refreshments will be served after the tree illumination ceremony. Prior to the lighting of two decorated trees, participants may purchase ribbons for $10 each. Gold ribbons honor living pets and red ribbons memorialize late pets. Pets’ names are written on the ribbons. A third tree is decorated in green ribbons only. These ribbons are to remember the countless discarded pets that are euthanized each year at overcrowded shelters throughout the country. Supporters can also purchase these symbolic ribbons. To order ribbons in advance, please visit our website, http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org/trees-of-love-satdecember-17-2016/, where you will find the Flyer and Ribbon Order Form. All “Trees of Love” proceeds benefit Last Hope’s rescued dogs and cats, plus our community outreach programs such as Fix-AFeral. Please print and mail your form to: Last Hope Animal Rescue, PO Box 7025, Wantagh, NY 11793. Join the Last Hope cat rescue and adoption team! Volunteer orientations are held at our Wantagh adoption center the second Sunday of each month at 3:00 PM. Reservations not needed, but please fill out and fax a volunteer application in advance to 516-765-9181. You can download the application from our website – http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org. Click on “How to Help”, then “Become a Volunteer!”. The adoption center is located at 3300 Beltagh Avenue in Wantagh.

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THE POLICE BLOTTER

Incidents that have occurred recently in the local area include: On November 13, between 12 midnight and 10 a.m., a victim’s shed was entered and a backpack blower and vacuum mulched were stolen on Lafayette Avenue in Sea Cliff. n

On Dunes Lane in Port Washington, a victim has reported that unknown subjects removed a package from the front of her home that had been delivered by UPS at 5 p.m. on November 14. n

A 21-year-old man from Hempstead was arrested at 5 p.m. on November 19 and charged with Shoplifting from Burlington Coat Factory in East Garden City. n

At the intersection of Port Washington Boulevard and Oak Tree Lane in Flower Hill, a 22-year-old man from Copiague was arrested and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated at 3:01 a.m. on November 24. n

At Target in Westbury, a 19-year-old from was arrested and charged with Shoplifting at 1:45 p.m. on November 25. n

An 18-year-old man from New York was arrested at 3:40 p.m. on November 25 and charged with Shoplifting from Dick’s Sporting Goods in East Garden City. n

At Macy’s in East Garden City, an unattended wallet was stolen from a counter at 5:35 p.m. on November 25. n

On November 25, between 6:25 and 9 p.m., a front passenger vehicle window was broken and a bag was stolen at the Westbury United Artist Theatre in Westbury n

A pocketbook was stolen from vehicle at the Westbury United Artist Theatre in Westbury between 7:30 and 10 p.m on November 25. n

At 11:25 p.m. on November 25, a 40-year-old man from Roslyn Heights was arrested on Railroad Avenue as it crosses Warner Avenue in that town. He was charged with Driving While Intoxicated. n

On November 26, two 18-year-old males from Freeport were arrested on Westbury Avenue in Carle Place and were charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana. n

At the Home Depot in Syosset, a 42-year-old man from Bellmore was arrested at 12:55 p.m. on November 26 and charged with Shoplifting. n

An unattended wallet was stolen from the Disney Store in East Garden City at 2 p.m. on November 26. n

On Northern Boulevard in Manhasset, a 28-year-old man from Flushing was arrested at 6 p.m. on November 26. He was charged with Shoplifting. n

At 10:40 p.m. on November 26, a 27-year-old man from West Babylon was arrested and was charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana on Old Country Road in Old Westbury. n

A wallet was stolen from a vehicle on Scally Place in Westbury between 11 p.m. on November 26 and 12 p.m. the next day. n

A 34-year-old woman from New York City was arrested and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated at 2:40 a.m. on November 27 on Railroad Avenue in Roslyn Heights. n

At the corner of 2nd Street and Main Street in Mineola, a 51-year-old man from Glen Cove was arrested and was charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana on November 27 at 3:45 p.m. n

At 10:20 p.m. on November 27, a 39-year-old woman from Brooklyn was arrested in a parking lot on Westbury Avenue in Carle Place. She was charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana.

Seaman students honor buildings & grounds staff

At the recent Board of Education meeting, Seaman staff and students honored the Jericho Buildings and Grounds staff for all of the work that was done at Seaman over the summer and finished recently. Honored were: Michael Hahn, Kevin Randazzo, Anthony Buffolino, Russell Brower, Jamie Caprio, Brian Lazrovitch, Daniel Powers, Keith Sandie, Carlos Saravia, Joseph Sheehan, Gary Maino, Bob Hildebrandt, Jacek Malecki, Julio Ortiz, Alban Diaz, Orlando Saravia, and Igor Volkiv. Photo by Denise Nash

At The Source Mall parking lot, located on Old Country Road in Westbury, a 24-year-old woman from St. Albans was arrested and was charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana at 10:55 p.m. on November 27. n

A victim has reported that unknown subjects removed two Christmas projector lights from his front lawn on Siegel Street in Westbury, sometime between 6 and 7 p.m. on November 28. n

A 24-year-old man from Uniondale was arrested at 9 p.m. on November 28 at the Pines Motor Lodge, located on Taylor Avenue in Westbury. He was charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana. n

On Westbury Avenue in Carle Place, a 19-year-old man from Garden City Park was arrested and was charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana on November 28 at 10:35 p.m. n

At the Sears store on Union Turnpike in North New Hyde Park, a 24-year-old man from Floral Park was arrested and was charged with Shoplifting on November 29 at 5 p.m. n

A victim has reported that unknown subjects removed the lug nuts from her vehicle as it was parked on Forest Avenue in Locust Valley at 4 a.m. on November 30. Compiled by Kate and Meg Meyer

On view at the Syosset Public Library Michael Braceland, Contemporary Wood Artist Jan. 7 – Jan. 28, 2017 Michael Braceland’s contemporary wood art will be exhibited in the library’s art gallery from Jan. 7 through Jan. 28. Open to the public. Michael began his journey as an artist as a child growing up in the 70’s learning techniques like macramé and decoupage. Crafting with his hands, was something he discovered he liked to do. He found himself attracted to pop art, modern art, optical illusion, mobiles and kinetic art. Michael’s journey and love of craft led him to become a carpenter, a trade that gave him nature’s materials to work with and the opportunity to devel-

op a deep understanding and love of wood. After many years, he was wellarmed with countless tool skills and a working relationship with a myriad of materials. He enthusiastically explored the local woods and parks to discover nature’s creations; the materials for his artistic thrust. Lately Michael has been keen on creating optical illusions or ‘confusions’ using nature’s repurposed materials and scraps. Here he playfully but artfully endeavors to challenge the eye. His work is an embodiment of rustic and refined mixed media of wall canvas, kinetic design and sculpture. www.michaelbracelandart.net/ about-html

What’s Happening December 18

The Joyous Strong Ensemble will perform “A Joyful Concert” at 2 p.m. at the Jericho Public Library and tickets may be available in advance. The Ensemble consists of a group of young rising stars.

December 20

“Gingerbread House Decorating”, for

teens in grades 6 through 12 and Tweens in grades 4, 5 & 6, will be held at the Jericho Public Library from 7 to 8 p.m. Please sign up in advance.

December 21

The Kindergarten Kids Talk Books group will meet at 7 p.m. at the Jericho Public Library to discuss Dear Bear by Joanna Harrison. Compiled by Meg Meyer

Bob Mittleman, Rotary President; Don Sioss, DAV representative; Rotarian Ed Aulman. Mr. Don Sioss, a representative of the Disabled American Veterans Association, was a guest speaker at a recent Syosset-Woodbury Rotary Club meeting. The club meets at Andrea’s 25 in Woodbury on Tuesday afternoons. Mr. Sioss, a Vietnam veteran, is a disabled veteran and heads the New York division of the DAV. This organization has 1.3 million members nationwide who were injured in service to our country. It provides free, professional assistance to veterans and their families in obtaining benefits provided by

the Department of Veterans Affairs and other governmental agencies. The organization also represents the interests of disabled veterans before Congress, the White House and the Judicial Branch, as well as state and local governments. A transportation program provides its members the opportunity to meet their medical appointments, and various fund raising events are sponsored to raise monies for purchasing vans, which are then donated to the Department of Veterans Affairs. For further information, visit the DAV website at dav.org.

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The Trump Transition BY BOB MORGAN, JR. A few notes on the Donald Trump transition. There seems to be one effort after another to delegitimize Mr. Trump's victory. Many of the initial forays were related to Mr. Trump's loss by about 2.8 million votes in the popular vote, which led to questions about his victory and calls for abolition of the electoral college. Mr. Trump did not help himself in this debate with an unproven claim that he lost the popular vote because of millions of illegally cast ballots. In truth, however, we will never know whether Mr. Trump would have won the election under a popular vote system, since both candidates would have contested nonswing states such as California, where Hillary Clinton won by about 4.3 million votes and Mr. Trump largely ignored, entirely differently. Then there was the call for recounts by fringe candidate Jill Stein in three states where Mr. Trump narrowly won electoral victories, which unsurprisingly did not result in material changes in the results. Another variation of this attack on the voting results was the idea that 37 Trump electors could be persuaded to change their vote to another candidate when the ballots are cast on December 19. So far there has been exactly one convert, the likely total. Additionally, there were claims, for example by Hillary Clinton campaign manager Jennifer Palmieri, that the Trump campaign had an excessively cozy relationship with "alt right" white supremacists, despite Mr. Trump's disavowal of these extremists. Then there were claims that Mr. Trump’s victory was aided by so-called "fake news" purveyors, an elastic category that included both outright fabricators to those putting forth tendentious or biased opinions. Yes, there was much false and misleading information coming out during the campaign, but this was neither unusual nor restricted to partisans of one campaign. Another series of attacks attack has centered around the statements by FBI director James Comey in late October about a further investigation into Hillary Clinton's use of a private email server, some-

thing Mr. Comey walked back a few days before Election Day. Outgoing Senate Democratic leader Harry Reid, without citing any evidence whatsoever, labeled Mr. Comey a Republican operative. Most recently is the matter of Russian hacking that affected the election and the CIA’s apparent conclusion that there was a concerted effort by the Vladimir Putin government to favor Mr. Trump. Despite Mr. Trump’s protestations, this probably is a matter that does need to be investigated on a bipartisan basis. On the other hand, it is a pretty big jump to suggest that the sporadically disclosed emails of John Podesta and the like were (or at least should have been) a major factor in an election where Ms. Clinton vastly outspent Mr. Trump and had overwhelming support in the media. Meanwhile, Mr. Trump soldiers on in assembling his cabinet and other high officials, as the candidate has orchestrated a parade of interviews at Trump Tower. Mr. Trump has certainly changed the profile of his administration from that of many of his predecessors. While there are a few establishment picks (for example, former Secretary of Labor (and wife of the Senate majority leader), Elaine Chao, Mr. Trump has reached out to military leaders, including three generals, as high ranking officials, as well as high ranking corporate honchos, including his choice for Secretary of State, Exxon Mobil chief executive, Rex W. Tillerson. He has also made some picks that indicate a commitment to diversity, such as Nikki Haley as United Nations ambassador. As a practical matter, the GOP senate majority plus abolition of the filibuster rule for executive appointments makes confirmation quite likely for almost all of the appointees. Not surprisingly, Mr. Trump really has not had a honeymoon with the voters or the media since November 8, although his approval ratings are inching up. But despite all of the controversy, he is certainly ready to hit the ground running on January 20, taking the country in a new and different direction.

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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT: NASSAU COUNTY FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE; Plaintiff(s) vs. CHAI KYUNG KIM; KEUMHEE KIM; et al; Defendant(s) Attorney (s) for Plaintiff (s): ROSICKI, ROSICKI & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 2 Summit Court, Suite 301, Fishkill, New York, 12524, 845.897.1600 Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale granted herein on or about September 9, 2016, I will sell at Public Auction to the highest bidder at the Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom of the Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501. On January 3, 2017 at 11:30 am. Premises known as 82 HILLSIDE LANE, SYOSSET, NY 11791 Section: 15 Block: 70 Lot: 28 ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Syosset, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, known as and by Lot 28 in Block 70 as shown and designated on a certain map entitled, “Map of Jackson Estates Section No. 4 at Syosset, Town of Oyster Bay, Nassau County, New York, August 1951, Joseph Dioguardi, Land Surveyor, Glen Head, New York” and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on October 23, 1951 under File No. 5327. As more particularly described in the judgment of foreclosure and sale. Sold subject to all of the terms and conditions contained in said judgment and terms of sale. Approximate amount of judgment $411,153.39 plus interest and costs. INDEX NO. 3293/2013 Willis B. Carman, Esq.,

REFEREE SA 4007 4x 12/2,12/9,12/16,12/23 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT: NASSAU COUNTY The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., f/k/a The Bank of New York Trust Company, N.A., as Trustee, in trust for and for the benefit of the Certificateholders of the Multi-Class Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, ChaseFlex Trust Series 2007-3; Plaintiff(s) vs. ANGELICA GOMEZ; et al; Defendant(s) Attorney (s) for Plaintiff (s): ROSICKI, ROSICKI & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 2 Summit Court, Suite 301, Fishkill, New York, 12524, 845.897.1600 Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale granted herein on or about August 5, 2016, I will sell at Public Auction to the highest bidder at the Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom of the Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501. On January 10, 2017 at 11:30 am. Premises known as 380 WOODBURY ROAD, WOODBURY, NY 11797 Section: 14 Block: 39 Lot: 11 ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, together with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Woodbury, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York. As more particularly described in the judgment of foreclosure and sale. Sold subject to all of the terms and conditions contained in said judgment and terms of sale. Approximate amount of judgment $1,206,261.08 plus interest and costs. INDEX NO. 1539-13 Ellen Durst-Blair, Esq., REFEREE SA 4008 4X 12/9,16,23,30

HBT school helping to read and feed H.B. Thompson Middle School in Syosset conducted two drives to improve the lives of others less fortunate during its recent Spirit Week celebration. The HBT Book Club collected more than 1,000 new and gently used books for the notfor-profit Book Fairies organization, based in Freeport. Book

Fairies distributes books and other reading materials to children and adults throughout the metropolitan area, providing a respite from personal struggles and nurturing a love of reading across age groups. Additionally, the HBT Student Council held a food drive to benefit Island Harvest, Long Island’s largest hunger

relief organization. More than 800 non-perishable items were collected to help feed those in need. Students earned extra Spirit Week points for their contributions. Great job by all of the students, their families and school staff members for once again showing that Thompson is a community of caring

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John Nelson of Syosset crosses the finish line

18 year old Syosset speedster finished in 8th place overall and second in the highly competitive 15-19 age group, to lead a large Syosset contingent in the 24th annual edition of New York Blood Center’s Rob’s Run, a 5 Kilometer cross Country race held on the trails in and around Stillwell Woods in Syosset on Sunday, November 28th. Nelson crossed the finish line in 18 minutes, 20 seconds to earn his second place Age Group Award. Following Nelson across the finish line were other speedy Syosset runners Harry Trevor (11th overall, 18:46), Sean Ahearn (12th overall, 18:48), Ryan Berlin (15th overall, 19:11), Max Chen (18th overall, 19:13), Dominick Tumminello (22nd overall, 19:20), Chad Uy (26th overall, 2nd 30-34

age group, 19:38), Stanley Feldbeyn (27th overall, 19:40), Max Segall (28th overall, 19:44), & Billy Anderson (31st overall, 19:49), and Ross Reddock of Jericho (36th overall, 19:57). John Nelson, Sean Ahearn, Max Chen and Ross Reddock combined to take top honors in the High School Boys Team competition. Also winning an award were Patty Santella of Syosset, who took second place honors in the women’s 45-49 age group, scoring in 24:48), Janet Helay of Syosset, who took home the third place award in the women’s 60-64 age group, and 89 year old Bert Jablon of Syosset, who earned top honos in the 85 and over age group with a finishing time of 48:52. A total of 627 runners

Teammates Sean Ahearn, Max Chen and Ross Reddock proudly display their first place High School Boys Team Awards

successfully completed the Run. The Run was managed by the Greater Long Island Running lub, with Jim Murray and Sue Fitzpatrick serving as the Co-Directors of the Run. This event is held in loving memory of Rob Lauterborn, who was taken from his family and friends way too soon a quarter of a century ago, and it was our pleasure to welcome Rob’s mom Frances and brothers Ed and Mike to the Run once again this year. Thanks go to New York Blood Center and Harvey Schaffler for continuing many years of sponsoring this event. Thanks also go to the Center for Developmental Disabilities, led by its Executive Director Nick Boba, Director of Development Debbie Patey, and Controller Julia Smith for lending the use of their facility for to serve as the “race headquarters,” and to S&S Automotive Center of Syosset who once again sponsored the event in support of the Center. The Greater Long Island Running Club continues to be grateful to All Round Foods and its

most generous CEO Glen Wolther for the delicious baked goods that were enjoyed by all the runners and volunteers, and we were pleased to welcome new culinary sponsor Moe’s Southwest Grill and their delicious salsa and chips to the event. Thanks as well to Petro Home Services for joining the Rob’s Run team. Nassau County Legislator Rose Walker was once again a welcome presence at the event once year. Our good buddy Rose led the runners in the Pledge of Allegiance before the start, and held the finish line tape as women’s winner Victoria Kornieva-Robitaille crossed the line. Thanks as well go to John & Jill Snitko of JMS Racing Services and Race Announcer Terry Bisogno for their thoroughly professional services, and to our Logistics crew of Nick Palazzo, Bob Sherman, Rick Secor, Robert McDougall and Ethan Rockitter for still another job well done. Hold the date for next year – Sunday November 26th, for the 25th anniversary edition of New York Blood Center’s Rob’s Run.

All smiles at the success of the event are (L to R) Harvey Schaffler of New York Blood Center, Rob Lauterborn’s brothers Mike and Ed, Run Co-Director Sue Fitzpatrick, and Debbie Patey and Nick Boba of the Center for Developmental Disabilities

Ryan Berlin of Syosset was a determined finisher

Run Co-Directors Sue Fitzpatrick (L) and Jim Murray (R) welcome Nassau County Legislator Rose Walker to the event

Harry Prevor and Sean Ahearn of Syosset duke it out to the finish

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