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SERVING PLAINVIEW, HICKSVILLE, AND LEVITTOWN
Valentines for Vets
Local families join Lunar New Year festivities BY RIKKI MASSAND
On behalf of school children from throughout the Town of Oyster Bay, Supervisor Joseph Saladino presented thousands of “Valentines for Veterans” to AMVETS Post 88 Commander Loretta DiBrino (second from right), retired Air Force Sergeant Frank Marcinek (second from left) and wife Pam (right) and Gulf War veteran Pete Sylvestri (left). Students from throughout the Town of Oyster Bay prepared beautiful valentines which are being distributed to veteran organizations as well as to the VA. The initiative serves as an important reminder to our Hometown Heroes that their service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.
9/11 Walls of Honor The Town of Oyster Bay has announced that applications are now available for families to add the names of loved ones to the Town of Oyster Bay’s 9/11 Walls of Honor which recognize all those with a connec-
tion to the Town who gave their lives and succumbed in their battle against 9/11 related cancers and illness. Each September, the Town unveils newly inscribed names into the Walls of Honor which recognize the
family members, friends and neighbors lost to this toxic legacy. Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino stated, “We remember and give thanks to those See page 10
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On Monday night Oyster Bay’s Town Hall on Audrey Avenue was packed with many local families gathered to see special performances to celebrate Lunar New Year in grand fashion for the third straight year. Town of Oyster Bay Receiver of Taxes Jeff Pravato, the MC for the evening, as Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Town Council members Vicki Walsh and Lou Imbroto joined special guests in the front row and cheered on from the audience. Syosset students from H.B. Thompson Middle School were dressed in shiny gold costumes as they performed the traditional ‘Dragon Dance.’ Children from the Yes I Can Performing Arts Center on Jericho Turnpike, a volunteer band of students at Syosset’s iSchool of Music & Art on Cold Spring Road, and martial arts students from Sitan Tai Chi & Martial Arts Center on Michael Drive in Syosset all performed during the Town’s Lunar New Year event. Musical entertainment also included a special performance by local youth in The Fortune Star Band, which is composed of middle school and high school students in both Syosset Central School District and Jericho Public Schools. The Town of Oyster Bay-sponsored event on Monday, February 12 at Town Hall commemorated the Year of the Dragon. Town Supervisor Saladino noted that for the third straight year, the organized gathering celebrated the many contributions of Asian Americans in society along with the proud heritage and cultures they represent among the Town’s diverse and growing population. Several residents who attended Monday’s event said they were new to the Town of Oyster Bay, having moved to Long Island from New York City. Landy Lin is the president of the Plainview Chinese American Association. She works as a healthcare professional and is a committee member for the American Cancer Society. Lin is excited by the opportunities she’s been a part of, living in Plainview and in TOBAY, and hopes to start a family here soon. “I am so happy we’ve organized this nonprofit association in Plainview for the Chinese American community. Hopefully we’ll be planning more public events and actually preserve and celebrate our Chinese roots and heritage. The Chinese American community See page 10
Students win MLK art, essay contest PAGE 4 Year of the Dragon at Lee Road School PAGE 6
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Division Ave. HS student Blood drive planned for accepted to West Point Syosset Fire Department
Division Avenue High School senior Alex Gao was accepted to West Point Academy. Photo courtesy of Levittown Public Schools Division Avenue High School in the Levittown School District is proud to announce that senior Alex Gao has been accepted to attend West Point Academy.
The application for West Point is rigorous, involving multiple tests, essays and interviews, as well as a required sponsorship from a United States congressmember. Of the roughly 14,000 applications received nationwide, only about 4,000 are accepted to the school. Alex first considered joining West Point at the end of his junior year, when he attended a weeklong summer program and received educational experience at West Point. Alex is the class vice president, a role which gave him many opportunities to develop leadership and character. Additionally, Alex is a leader in the marching band, a member of the track team, a Peer Leader and has achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. During the past summer, Alex has interned with a humanitarian group in Bangladesh, where he further dedicated himself to serving others. “My goal is to be the best version of myself that I can be, and to lead others with confidence in the future,” Alex said.
Casino bus trip Joseph Barry Columbiettes will be hosting a bus trip to the Wind Creek Bethlehem (formerly Sands) Casino Bethlehem, PA on Tuesday, March 19. The cost of $55 per person, includes the driver’s tip and $35 slots play giveback. Please arrive at 8:30 a.m. Return is at
approx. 8:30 p.m. Parking: 999 So. Oyster Bay Road (dead end); For reservations please call call Barbara at (516) 935-5576. Please make checks payable to Joseph Barry Columbiettes.
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In commemoration of February as American Heart Month, Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) invites residents to “give from the heart” and donate blood at the Syosset Fire Department, 50 Cold Spring Road, Syosset, from 1 – 7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 26. Each donor will receive a $10 E-Gift Card as a thank-you for rolling up their sleeves and helping to save lives. “Earlier this month, the American Red Cross declared an emergency blood shortage and said that the number of blood donors has fallen to a 20-year low. Through this upcoming blood drive, we have an opportunity to ensure that anybody who faces a medical emergency can receive the care that they need to survive and thrive,” Legislator Drucker said. “Whether you are a routine donor, one who hasn’t given in a while or even
a first-time donor, we welcome you to join us at the Syosset Fire Department on February 26 to roll up your sleeves and give the gift of life!” Eligible donors must have an ID with a signature or a photo, weigh at least 110 pounds, have had no tattoos in the last 12 months and be ages 16-75 years of age (16-year-old donors must have parental consent. Donors over age 76 must bring a doctor’s note.) O-negative and B-negative donors are especially needed in addition to all other blood types. Visit https://donate.nybc.org/donor/ schedules/drive_schedule/320261 to make an appointment, or call Sharon at 516-790-1644. Appointments are preferred but not required; walk-ins will be taken as capacity permits. For more information, contact Legislator Drucker’s office at 516-5716216 or adrucker@nassaucountyny.gov
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New York State Senator Steve Rhoads announced that the New York Conference of Italian American State Legislators is accepting applications for four $3,000 scholarships, two academic and two athletic. Scholarships are available to residents of the 5th Senate District who are current college students or high school seniors entering college. Students can access and complete the application by visiting: https://www.nyiacsl.org/ apply-for-scholarship-form. The application deadline is Friday, March 15. “This is an excellent scholarship opportunity for high school seniors and college students in the 5th Senate District who have worked hard, distinguished themselves from their peers and intend to pursue higher education,”
said Senator Rhoads. “With college costs continually rising, this is a chance to lessen the financial burden that is a concern for so many young people and their families. I encourage eligible students in my district to apply.” Applicants should have a grade point average of 85 or higher; be active in community service and extracurricular activities and demonstrate financial need. In addition to these qualifications, students applying for an athletic scholarship must also be involved in an organized sport(s). Applicants need not be of Italian American heritage to apply. Scholarship recipients will be announced in April, and the winners will be honored at a ceremony in Albany.
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Bethpage kindergarten students from Charles Campagne Elementary School celebrated the 100th day of school on Feb. 8 with a parade around the school building. Students and family members cheered them on as they proudly showcased their 100th day of school projects. Photo courtesy of the Bethpage Union Free School District
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Kylee Lewis and Arleen Kaur, two art students at Hicksville Middle School, were chosen as winners for an annual art and essay exhibition. The two girls entered the Empire State Plaza Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Student Art & Essay Exhibition, at the request of their teacher, Staci Kolinsky. “These two talented sixth graders and artists went the extra mile and surpassed even what I thought would be possible,” said Kolinsky. “Both girls used their artistic integrity, talent, aesthetics and maturity for their age to create incredible portraits of Dr Martin Luther King Jr. and all that he stood for.” The art and essay exhibition was an extension activity for all schools in New York State at the middle school grade level. Students who participated were required to send their artwork and essays on the former civil rights leader to reflect on his main principles. “It was a virtual exhibit that focused on Dr. King’s six principles of nonviolence,” said Kolinsky. “The students drew portraits of Dr. Martin Luther King and presented his main values and principles I their artwork.” Dr. King’s six main principles of nonviolence include a way for cou-
rageous people; nonviolence seeks to win’s friendship and understanding; nonviolence seeks to defeat injustice or evil; not people; nonviolence holds that unearned voluntary suffering for a just cause can educate and transform people and societies; nonviolence chooses love instead of hate; nonviolence believes the universe is on the side of justice. Kylee Lewis, who drew a pencil outlined sketch of Dr. King, with the words “I Have A Dream,” said that she was both surprised and happy she was chosen for the exhibition. “There were probably a lot of good drawings, so for mine to be pointed out is amazing,” said Lewis. “I really like art and enjoyed doing this because it helps me be creative. I really enjoy expressing myself on paper.” Arleen Kaur said she always wanted to draw a portrait and felt the exhibition was a perfect time to do it. “I thought Dr. Martin Luther King would be the perfect person to do a portrait of because he was a great person and he really changed the world,” said Kaur. She said that what she loves most about art is “that someone might see my artwork and really love and be inspired by it. Also art gives me lots of strength and confidence to be even more creative with myself.”
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It’s the Year of the Dragon at Lee Road Elementary School The Lee Road Elementary School community in the Levittown School District marked Lunar New Year with crafts and lessons reflecting the holiday’s traditions on Feb. 7. Students in each grade excitedly entered the Year of the Dragon and worked collaboratively to learn about the meaning behind the Chinese holiday. In kindergarten, craft dragons
came to life with a pop of colors commonly associated with the Lunar New Year. The students cut out their dragons and assembled them into puppets for a miniature parade. Additionally, a scavenger hunt had third graders parading around looking for clues to help them complete a Lunar New Year fact sheet. Photos courtesy of Levittown Public Schools
Navin Torres Jr., a third grader in Mrs. Belmonte’s class, scavenged for facts about Lunar New Year. Mrs. Torre and Ms. Bischof’s kindergarten class were excited to craft their own paper dragons.
Third grader Jeanne Marie Fuchs found several facts about the holiday.
Lee Road Elementary School kindergartners John Scudero and Haris Ahmed entered the year of the dragon on Feb. 7.
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Bethpage students bring Dr. Seuss characters to life
Bethpage students from John F. Kennedy Middle School brought Dr. Seuss’s beloved characters to life in their recent musical production of “Seussical.” The talented cast of 58 students and 17 crew members held performances from Feb. 1-3 in the John F. Kennedy Middle School auditorium. The students were led by director Jacqueline Rorke, vocal director Kayleigh Duca, choreographer Danielle
Levy and stage crew director Annette Tekverk. With creative costumes and a colorful stage, the cast showcased their acting, dancing and singing skills for family, friends and the Bethpage community. They portrayed various characters from different Dr. Seuss stories such as the Cat in the Hat and Horton the Elephant, whose worlds collide in a fun story for all ages. Photos courtesy of the Bethpage Union Free School District
John F. Kennedy Middle School students performed “Seussical” for friends, family and community members. The cast performed in colorful costumes.
John F. Kennedy Middle School student James Hoffner played Horton the Elephant during the school’s production of “Seussical.”
John F. Kennedy Middle School student Charlie Majewski performed as Gertrude McFuzz.
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The Nassau County District Attorney's office offered special identification cards for children at an event at the Syoset Public Library on February 3. Photo courtesy of Office of Deputy Minority Leader Arnold W. Drucker
More than two dozen families received specialized identification cards for their children on Saturday, Feb. 3 during an “Operation Safe Child” event hosted by Nassau County Legislature Deputy Minority Leader Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) and Nassau County District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly at the Syosset Public Library. During the event, families were provided with the opportunity to have their children fingerprinted and photographed for the creation of a card that was then issued to them at no cost. Safe Child cards contain a child’s name, biographical information, fingerprint images of both index fingers and a high-resolution digital photo. In addition, the fingerprints of that child will be included in a special search file and compared against all incoming fingerprints submitted to the agency. To date, the Nassau DA’s office has produced more than 10,000 cards for children. “When a child is missing and every second counts, it is crucial for law enforcement and our first responders to have the most accurate information at their disposal as quickly as possible,” Deputy Minority Leader Drucker said. “I thank our partners at the DA’s office and the Syosset Public Library for bringing this vital, no-cost program to our community, and I look forward to future Operation Safe Child events throughout the district.”
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From page 1 who ran into danger in order to help the victims of a cowardly act of terror. This includes first responders, downtown workers, residents, students and so many others with cancer certified to be 9/11-related. The events of 9/11 continue to take our heroes and survivors – and members of our community will continue to face darker days ahead. We watch each week as more of these heroes pass, in an ever-increasing and unending number. Just as many of these rescue
L E G A L NASSAU COUNTY NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee, successor in interest to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee for Lehman XS Trust Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-2, Plaintiff AGAINST Ana D. Salmeron, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered June 3, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on March 19, 2024 at 3:00PM, premises known as 72 East Avenue, Hicksville, NY 11801. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Hicksville, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, SECTION: 45, BLOCK: 64, LOT: 244. Approximate amount of judgment $552,770.84 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #004593/2016. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 Protocols located on the Office of Court Administration (OCA) website (https://ww2.nycourts.gov/Admi n/oca.shtml) and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. For sale information, please contact XOME at www.Xome.com or call (844) 400-9633. Ralph Madalena, Esq., Referee Frenkel Lambert Weiss Weisman & Gordon, LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01-078914-F00 79315
and recovery heroes raced to the Towers the first minute the plane hit, and stayed until the last brick was turned, their memorial stands with and lead us to those we lost that tragic Tuesday morning.” Reports from the World Trade Center Health program indicate that we are approaching a terrible milestone, in which approximately 43,000 people are being treated for medical problems and 10,000 people have suffered cancers linked to the toxic exposure at Ground Zero.
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N O T I C E S NASSAU COUNTY NOTICE OF SALE Student musicians played at town hall. SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, CASCADE is expanding around Nassau commented, “The Chinese New ahead. Beyond having parties, FUNDING MORTGAGE TRUST County, and I am so happy to Year is the oldest and most although we’re pretty good at 2017-1, Plaintiff, vs. MIRNA see many of us participate with important festival in China, as throwing parties, it is a time BENITEZ, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order the Town of Oyster Bay here it is a time of unifying cele- for reflection and gratitude for Confirming Referee Report and today,” Lin said. bration for millions of Chinese the fact we’re in the wonderful Judgment of Foreclosure and There are currently five people.” Town of Oyster Bay and gratiSale duly entered on April 11, volunteer board members who At this Monday’s event Gor- tude for all the friendships we 2019, an Order for Extension of manage the Plainview Chinese don Zhang, President of the have made. We are emphasizTime to Conduct Foreclosure Sale duly entered on November American Association: Lin as Long Island Chinese American ing the strong sense of belong27, 2019 and an Order for president, IT professional Ping Association, summarized the ing in this community, and it’s Extension of Time to Conduct Cheng as vice president, Jenny unifying celebration for those a time to express our appreciForeclosure Sale duly entered Lin as their program director, living in suburban New York. ation for the support and the on December 18, 2023, I, the Ming Jiang as public relations The event helps as a catalyst solidarity we’ve received from undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front director and board secretary for further engagement and fellow residents, neighbors and steps on the north side of the Susan Zhong. More informa- connections between area res- friends.” Nassau County Supreme Court, tion is available on the orga- idents. “As we begin this new year, 100 Supreme Court Drive, nization’s website, PCAAINC. “The Lunar New Year is let’s recommit to being grateMineola, NY 11501 on March 8, org. a time to celebrate with your ful and standing up, being cou2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 141 West Avenue, Lin noted that the Year of family, friends, and communi- rageous. Together, we have Hicksville, NY 11801. All that the Dragon represents “a really ty as we reaffirm the bond that worked to build a better comcertain plot, piece or parcel of big year for celebration.” She connects us together. It’s also munity, where everyone feels land, with the buildings and is looking forward to more out- a time for setting new goals welcome, respected and includimprovements thereon erected, reach in the community and and aspirations for the year ed,” Zhang said. situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of across different areas in the Nassau and State of New York, Town of Oyster Bay. Section 45, Block 46 and Lot Sponsor YAAS Tea, which 289. Approximate amount of will be opening on Jericho judgment is $907,661.64 plus Turnpike in Syosset in the interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of future, provided 200 free gift filed Judgment Index bags and goodies to attendees. #005314/2015. This foreclosure YAAS Tea owner Kelly Zhou sale will be held on the north explained that her business has side steps of the Courthouse, been growing. She and fellow rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the Chinese-American entrepreforeclosure sale. If proper social neur Evan Chen, who owns distancing cannot be Taste of Asia fusion restaumaintained or there are other rant in Farmingdale, explained health or safety concerns, the that the Lunar New Year event Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale. helps highlight traditions of Barton Advertise Slavin, Esq., Referee your services in our Chinese Americans. Greenspoon Marder, 590 Professional Guide or Service Directory The annual celebration at Madison Avenue, Suite 1800, Hall has grown in poputoday and be seen Town in these New York, NY 10022, Attorneys larity since the first iteration, for Plaintiff five newspapers: held in 2022. Supervisor Saladino, in announcing the inaugural program two years ago, Local students performed for Town of Oyster Bay officials.
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said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “YouthBuild not only offers vocational programs for in demand industries such as construction, health care, information technology, and hospitality, but it also includes community service and civic engagement so students may share their valuable perspectives with elected officials and community leaders.” YouthBuild is now accepting applications for the Class of 2024. Classes will begin on March 3, 2024. This program is open to individuals between the ages of 16 and 24 who reside in the Town of Oyster Bay, the Town of North Hempstead, or the City of Glen Cove. Please visit www.unitedwayli.org/ youthbuild-long-island for more information, and to learn more about this exceptional employment and training program, or call (516) 485-5000 ext. 1352.
The Town of Oyster Bay will be partnering with United Way of Long Island to launch YouthBuild, a program designed to help young adults between the ages 16 and 24 learn vocational skills that will lead to meaningful employment and success. YouthBuild participants split their time between the vocational training work site and the classroom, where they can earn their high school diploma or equivalency degree, and prepare for postsecondary training opportunities including college, apprenticeships, and employment. “I’m very proud to announce that the Town of Oyster Bay will be partnering with United Way of Long Island to provide this extraordinary opportunity for young individuals, who may have faced previous barriers to success, to attain an education that will lead to gainful employment within our communities,”
Nassau County Police arrested an Amityville man following an investigation into an overdose which took place on Friday, February 9, in Levittown. According to Narcotics/Vice Squad Detectives, an investigation into a fatal overdose of a Nassau County resident led to the arrest of Maurice Leake, 55. According to police, Leake was found to be in possession of three plastic bags containing cocaine, 39 plastic bags containing crack-cocaine and 14 plastic bags containing heroin. Leake was charged with Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance 1st Degree, Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance 2nd Degree, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd Degree and Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance 3rd Degree.
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Romance is at the Heart of the Hotel Napoleon in Paris, City of Love BY KAREN RUBIN TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM Romance is at the heart of the Hotel Napoleon in Paris, the City of Love. Romance is in its genes. The Hotel Napoleon, just steps away from the Arc D’Triomphe off the Place d’Etoile in Paris’ fashionable 8th Arrondisement, began with a love story that continues to this day. Built on the site of the former Tolstoy family mansion in Art Deco style in 1928 by architect Henri Porteau, shortly after its opening, it was bought by Alexander Pavlovitch Kliaguine, a wealthy businessman from Russia, as a wedding present for his bride. A young Parisian student of literature, they had met at a salon, and fell in love at first sight. Kliaguine wanted to provide his bride a place to entertain Parisian high society (she later became the Baroness de Baubigny) and both resided there all their lives. To this day, the Hotel Napoléon Paris is owned by the Kliaguine family, and a new generation Kliaguine, now the general manager, still lives in the hotel with his family. Indeed, the hotel, a member of Historic Hotels Worldwide, was named to its The 2022 Top 25 Historic Hotels Worldwide Most Romantic Hotels And as Kliaguine had promised his bride, the Hotel Napoleon became a popular gathering place for Paris’ social elite and illustrious artistic and literary expatriates (“The Lost Generation”): F. Scott Fitzgerald, Gertrude Stein, Ernest Hemingway, John Steinbeck, Salvador Dali, Pablo Picasso, Orson Welles, Errol Flynn (who nicknamed the Napoleon “The
neighborhoods, the fashionable 89th Arrondissement. The Napoleon has remained an undeniably romantic retreat, offering private terraces with views of the Eiffel Tower or Arc de Triomphe and an enviable location in the Triangle d’Or. You can’t help but swoon at the collection of art which is also featured in the sumptuous guestrooms and suites inspired by Parisian Empire design by interior design firm Malphettes & Biz. The Napoleon boasts more suites (57) than hotel rooms (39), recently refreshed and renovated. Each is individually decorated and blends the extravagance of Empire design with The Hotel Napoleon, a boutique five-star hotel just steps away from the Arc contemporary elegance. Each has fine sumptuous linens, grand D’Triomphe in the fashionable 8th Arrondisement, began with a love story that furnishings, drapery, lush fabrics and wallpaper, continues to this day © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com striking artwork, and luxurious marble-and-mahogany bathrooms, Place”), Miles Davis, Josephine and was renamed Napoléon Paris for stocked with Nuxe luxury skincare Baker and Ella Fitzgerald, who signed its location steps away from the Arc products. its Golden Book. This all prompts de Triomphe. It was designated a fiveSome of the terrace suites overlook images of Woody Allen’s “Midnight star hotel by the French Agency of the Arc de Triomphe or the Eiffel in Paris,” and the Algonquin Hotel in Tourist Development in 2013. Tower, while others provide views of New York, to dance in my mind, It is perfection that the historic Avenue de Friedland or the flowers The hotel has appeared in movies, Hotel Napoleon is just steps away of the inner courtyard. Seven of the such as Jean Gabin’s 1930’s movies from the Arc D’Triomphe, along rooms have a terrace and four have and even had a star turn in, Le Cave Avenue de Friedland, one of the 12 a balcony. se rebiffe (1961), where the character boulevards that radiate from the Suite 319-320 is opulently decorated played by Jean Gabin, one of French Place Etoile and just one over from with Chinese black-and-gold wallpacinema’s greatest stars, declares he is the famous Champs Elysee in the per. The most luxurious suite, 618, is staying at The Napoléon, “as always”. toniest of Parisian neighborhoods, named for Josephine – not Napoleon’s The exterior of the seven-story you might as well be in “Midnight in wife, but Josephine Baker. hotel may be Art Deco, but the atmo- Paris,’ the way you feel transported There are niceties including a sphere of this luxury boutique hotel back into France’s Empire period of refrigerator stocked with snacks and will put in mind not of the Jazz Age Napoleon with its furnishings and soft drinks and juice that are replenor Art Deco, but the elegance of the collection of 400 historic paintings. ished each day at no charge and free Empire Period of Napoleon. The boutique hotel is elegant, yet WiFi. The Napoléon Bonaparte opened intimate and comfortable. You feel A battery of concierges who are in 1928 as a “hôtel de charme” (a more like you are invited to into a members of the prestigious Les Clefs small distinctive hotel or boutique gracious mansion or even that you d’Or readily share knowledge of the hotel) and only a year later, in 1929, are occupying your own grand Continued on next page reached the grade of “petit palace” Paris flat in the toniest of Parisian
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Romance is at the Heart of the Hotel Napoleon in Paris, City of Love Continued from previous page city, make you feel really at home and get the most of the precious time you have in Paris. The hotel can even arrange child care. And small pets are welcome. The Napoleon has a gracious lobby, a lovely dining room (which before COVID served as a restaurant, but is where breakfast is served), and a lovely bar, the 1807, with outdoor terrace which serves as an outdoor café. The tradition of celebrities staying at this intimate hotel is maintained, with a photo gallery of autographed photos of sports heroes– some who stayed here, some who were friends of the owner outside the 7th floor fitness room (and what a fitness room it is!). The Napoleon Hotel offers a selection of massages and treatments, available in the spa or in your room (daily from 9am to 9pm) and can be booked before your arrival or directly with the concierge. There is also a very pleasant (and private) courtyard and for convenience of guests. Another luxury: a number of parking spots in front of the hotel (41E/ day) and EV charging stations. Hotel Napoleon Paris offers packages, such as Romance in Paris includes Champagne, chocolates, and flowers; the Family package features connecting rooms. The hotel is walking distance to everything on the first part of my fourday itinerary. And so, on this first afternoon after I arrive by train from Strasbourg at the end of my European Waterways canal cruise through the Alsace Lorraine and pop out of the metro station at Place Etoile, I drop my bags in my room and set out to explore the Arc d’Triomphe, stroll the Champs Elysee, and walk along the quai of the Seine for the exqui-
site views of the Eiffel tower at sunset into the night. I stroll back to the hotel along the grand Champs Élysées– the view up to the Arch at night is so dramatic – and for my brief time in the city, live a very Parisian experience. And the Empire ambiance completes the fantasy. Midnight in Paris, indeed. Hôtel Napoléon Paris 5, 40, av. de Friedland 75008 Paris, Direct phone +33156684480, www.hotelnapoleon.com, https://www.historichotels.org/ hotels-resorts/hotel-napoleon-paris/ https://preferredhotels.com/hotels/ france/hotel-napoleon-paris
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The Hotel Napoleon is a member of Historic Hotels Worldwide since 2011, the sister collection of Historic Hotels Worldwide®, a prestigious collection of more than 350 legendary historic hotels including many that were once castles, chateaus, palaces, academies, haciendas, villas, monasteries spanning ten centuries. Historic Hotels Worldwide recognizes authentic cultural treasures that demonstrate exemplary historic preservation and their inspired architecture, cultural traditions, and authentic cuisine, and in this way, preserves them. To be nominated and selected for induction into Historic Hotels Worldwide, historical lodging properties must be at least 75 years old; utilize historic accommodations; serve as the former home or be located on the grounds of the former home of famous persons, or be a significant location for a historic event; be located in or within walking distance of a historic district, historically significant landmark, place of a historic event, or a historic city center; be recognized by a local preserva-
tion organization or national trust; and display historic memorabilia, artwork, photography, and other examples of its historic significance. These historic hotels are in diverse cultural settings: a 12th-century castle set among the rolling hills, prehistoric monuments, and Celtic landmarks of Ireland’s Ancient Eastin, (Kilkea Castle, Castledermot Ireland, circa 1180); a medieval village nestled in the Tuscan countryside that dates back to the 11th century (La Bagnaia Golf & Spa Resort Siena, Curio Collection by Hilton, Siena, Italy circa 1081), a 1650 manor house which was the former summer residence of Eugénie de Montijo, Empress of France and wife of Napoleon III (Hotel Claude Marbella, Marbella, Spain). Travelers can find and book these historic hotels them at HistoricHotels. org, which since 2012 has served as a global travel website, or call 1-800678-8946. The Annual Directory can be found by visiting HistoricHotels. org/Directory. More information at HistoricHotelsWorldwide.com.
Must Plan in Advance
The days of just showing up in a city as popular and as culturally rich as Paris are over – and not just because the Olympics are coming to Paris this summer. There is no longer a “shoulder” or “off” season. Lines for tickets at attractions can take literally hours, or you can be shut out altogether as capacity is reached. And this caveat is especially the case this year: Paris (with 85,000 hotel rooms) is expecting about 15 million visitors as it hosts the Olympics (July 26-August 11) and Paralympics (August 28-Sept. 8. Other events to keep in mind: Tour de France, from June 29 to July 21; and Tour de France Femmes, from August 12 to 18.
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As soon as you know your dates for travel, book your hotel, and pre-purchase timed tickets directly with the attractions you most want to see. Even better, purchase a Paris Museums ticket, which provides admission to 55 different museums (34 within Paris and another 11 in the Paris region), including the Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower, Le Louvre and Musee d’Orsay – but you still need to pre-book a timed ticket and go through security (which also takes time). You can purchase the pass according to the number of days: 2 (E35), 4 (E70), and 6 (E85), which not only saves time (priceless), but money on buying tickets individually (https:// www.parismuseumpass.fr/t-en). There is also a Paris Pass through GoCity.com, which adds on attractions and experiences (the Paris Museum pass is included) for a total of 90. Among the experiences: Seine river cruises on the famous bateaux mouches (E18 if purchased separately); Perfume mini workshop by Fragonard (29E); French wine tasting at Les Caves du Louvre (E36); and even Ballon de Paris Generali, where you fly over Paris on the world’s largest balloon at 150 meters altitude (E20 ticket value). The pass can save up to 50 percent off purchasing tickets individually. It comes with a GoCity app that lets you plan your visit and book your ticket. You sync your All-Inclusive Pass with the Go City app and download your Paris Museum Pass (parispass.com). More planning help from the Paris Tourist Office, https://parisjetaime. com/eng/. Online ticketing at https:// parisjetaime.com/eng/tickets. ___________________________ © 2024 Travel Features Syndicate, a division of Workstyles, Inc. All rights reserved. Visit goingplacesfarandnear. com.
Eating Well Is Key BY CHARLYN FARGO In keeping with February being hearthealthy month, I want to continue to think about the foods we choose most often. Most of us tend to eat the same foods over and over, so it’s important we make healthy choices more often. The foods we eat most often can affect future diseases such as high blood pressure (too much salt), high cholesterol (too much animal fat), being overweight (too many calories) or Type 2 diabetes (inconsistent carbohydrates). When it comes to healthy eating, there are several foods to choose more often -whole grains, fruits, vegetables, lean protein and healthy fats. On the other hand, you want to choose less refined grains, sugar and sweets, fatty meats, sodium and full-fat dairy. Slashing sodium can help re-
duce blood pressure. A few foods have heart-healthy power, according to Joy Bauer, a registered dietitian and author of the book “Joy Bauer’s Superfood! 150 Recipes for Eternal Youth.” While there aren’t perfect foods, there are foods to choose more often. Bauer’s top choices to include in a heart-healthy plan feature bananas, apples, lentils, salmon, oats and avocados. Nearly all help lower inflammation. Inflammation can harm the heart by irritating blood vessels or promoting plaque buildup in arteries. Here’s why these foods make Bauer’s list: Bananas are high in potassium, a mineral that can lower blood pressure by counteracting the effects of sodium. Bananas can also substitute for sugar to sweeten foods, helping lower added sugar
consumption. Bauer chooses apples because of their pectin, a type of soluble fiber (like oats) that blocks cholesterol absorption. And apples are rich in polyphenols, which are antioxidants that reduce inflammation. Lentils contain fiber and protein and are high in magnesium and potassium, which work together to lower blood sugar and keep blood vessels healthy. Salmon is particularly high in omega-3 fatty acids, a heart-healthy fat shown to lower inflammation and reduce harmful fats in the blood. Oats contain fiber, protein, vitamins and minerals that help keep inflammation under control. Avocados, rich in potassium and fiber, Continued on page 5
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From Baby Boomers to Generation Alpha BY CLAIRE LYNCH Almost every day instances of the generation come up either on TV shows or in my own family. I am one of six kids with 18 nieces and nephews so whether we are chatting on the phone or getting together, I’ll be talking about one thing and I will either be met with a puzzled look or a blank stare. I tell them that I’m a member of the Baby Boomer Generation and once again they look at me quizzically. Some of them aren’t familiar with the term and others wonder how they are different from boomers. “You’re younger,” I tell them. “You’re a totally different generation.” There is something to be said for longevity. The kids don’t realize that yet but those of us who have lived for 50+ years know that we’ve learned a lot along the way. We’ve had our successes and we’ve had our setbacks. We’ve even learned from the school of hard knocks and all of that adds to a certain wisdom that people in their teens and early 20s don’t have. Life is a journey and along the way we learn. One of the things I spell out to those who listen is that when my brothers and sisters and I were young we didn’t have terms like Baby Boomers and Generation X. Sure we knew that our parents and other relatives had lived through the Great Depression and many had served in World War II. But catchy terms like the “Greatest Generation” weren’t around and wouldn’t be part of our everyday language for many years to come. The Silent Generation came after the Greatest Generation then came us Baby Boomers, those born between 1946-1964. We had The Beatles, The Who and President John F. Kennedy, just to name a few memorable people. We boomers have our swag but then the Generation Xers have Leonardo DiCaprio (Jack Dawson in the movie “Titanic” who famously said, “I’m the king of the world,”) Winona Ryder and Janet Gen Xers are the MTV Generation. As a group they tend to be individualistic, self-reliant and practical. Many of them are resourceful people who are serious about maintaining work-life balance. Some of them like being entrepreneurs and others enjoy working in groups in offices.
Not to be outdone, the Millennial Generation is known for being creative, free thinking and adaptive to change. Many of them are comfortable with technology - it seems to come intuitively to them - because using smartphones, virtual reality and interactive software appears to be instinctive. They like learning new things and many enjoy teamwork in the workplace. Gen Zers are known for shopping, working, dating and making friends online. They spend lots of time on their phones and often are resourceful people. They grew up using the Internet and social media so these things come naturally to them unlike us Baby Boomers who often struggle with using - or fixing - technology. This little summary is a smattering of history about those of us who have come before the individuals who make up Generation Alpha. There’s no doubt that historical events in the U.S. and around the world have had an impact on each generation. In my opinion, Generation Alpha is a category in and of itself. I call this group a category although I’m not so sure the sociologists would call them that. Having grown up in a fully digital world, they like streaming services and social networking. No matter what generation they belong to, if my friends, relatives and I start talking about a subject and there are 20-30 years between us, it’s inevitable that the good, old generation gap will emerge. Case in point: My friend Dana got a new dog and when we asked what she and her husband had named her, Dana said, “Sandra Lee. Sandy for short.” We all laughed and my 14-year-old niece Meghan said, “What’s so funny?” That made us laugh even harder because Sandra Lee was a singer and if you ask me the name sounds an awful lot like Sara Lee pound cake, a favorite of mine which was a staple in many American homes 50 years ago. It also reminds me of Brenda Lee, a rockabilly-country music singer perhaps most famous for “I’m Sorry.” Those are just two examples. My niece, Kathleen, had never heard of Bullwinkle aka Bullwinkle J. Moose. A few of us were playing a board game at a family party last year when a question came up about Rocky and Bullwinkle. It
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was something like, “Which moose had a popular TV show in the 1960s?” My sister, Susan, promptly shouted out the answer and a second later Kathleen asked, “Who is that?” We all roared. At first I thought Kathleen was kidding but she hadn’t been born when Bullwinkle was on TV. It aired from 1959-1964, years before her birth in the late 1970s. Describing this cute cartoon character, we said that Rocky and Bullwinkle came from the fictional town of Frostbite Falls, MN - probably based on the real city of International Falls. Kathleen was sorry she had missed out on seeing their adventures. We thought that everyone knew Bullwinkle but that generation gap had gotten in the way.
Also, I told my relatives the story about when I got my cat as a little kitten. My nephew, Jerry, asked what I’d named her and when I said Bette Davis that name meant nothing to him but his parents got it. Bette Davis was a Hollywood queen. They asked me if she had “Bette Davis eyes” - those deep blue eyes - and we all had a good laugh. The famous actress is notable for her two Academy Award wins - for “Dangerous” and “Jezebel.” They go back aways but Bette Davis’ name will live on for a long time. I’m hoping that maybe someday the younger generation, including the Generation Alpha people, will get it.
• Greatest Generation: 1901-1924 • Silent Generation: 1925-1945 • Baby Boomers: 1946-1964 • Generation X: 1965-1980 • Millennials: 1981-1996 • Generation Z: 1997-2012 • Generation Alpha: 2013-2025
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Retirees With ‘Disabled Adult Children’ BY TOM MARGENAU This is going to be a column about DACs. And what’s that? It’s the abbreviation the Social Security Administration uses to refer to “disabled adult children.” Here is some background. Since almost the beginning of the Social Security program in the 1930s, minor children have qualified for benefits on a retiree’s record. A child gets an amount equal to one half of the retiree’s full retirement age benefit rate, subject to rules that limit how much a family with children can get in total monthly benefits. (Those rules are too messy to explain in today’s column.) Benefits to kids usually stop once the child turns 18. But those benefits can continue indefinitely if the child is disabled. Let me clarify that a little more: More often than not, once retirees reach Social Security age, they no longer have minor children at home. But they possibly could have a disabled “adult child” still at home or living on their own or in some kind of facility that cares for disabled adults. And the law says if that “child” was disabled before the age of 22, he or she will get DAC benefits. And just like a minor child, that DAC will get an amount equal to 50% of the retiree’s FRA benefit rate. (When the retiree dies, that bumps up to a 75% rate.) That all sounds relatively simple. But now, let me throw in a little twist. Very often, these disabled adult children will be getting Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits before mom or dad files for Social Security. SSI is a federal welfare program that pays a small monthly stipend (currently around $940 -- although it can be less) to old folks or disabled people who are poor. While a disabled child is young and living at home, the income and assets of the parents are counted in the SSI calculation and that usually keeps the child from getting SSI. But once the child turns 18, the parents’ resources no longer count. So lots of these “disabled adult children” get SSI benefits until one or both parents file for Social Security -- at which point the child is switched from SSI to Social Security DAC benefits. And that switch must be made. Why? Because SSI is a welfare program, and welfare rules state that if a person is on SSI, he or she must file for any other benefits they might be due. One other point. SSI benefits almost always come with full Medicaid coverage. (Medicaid is kind of like the welfare version of Medicare.) Although the rules can vary from state to state, they generally say that if someone loses their SSI because they start getting DAC benefits, the Medicaid coverage can continue. To help clarify things even more, here are answers to questions from folks who have a disabled adult child. Q: I am 64 and plan on waiting until my full retirement age to file for benefits. I will get $3,700 per month then. My wife is about to turn 62.
She’ll get $1,400 per month if she files for her own Social Security. We have a 32-year-old developmentally disabled daughter getting $934 in SSI benefits. I don’t think my wife should file for Social Security because our daughter will lose her SSI. My wife wants to file anyway. Who is right? A: I’m not a financial planner. But I think your wife is right. If she files, your daughter will get an amount equal to onehalf of your wife’s full retirement age benefit rate. If her age 62 benefit is $1,400, her FRA rate must be about $2,000. And half of that, or $1,000, would be your daughter’s DAC benefit. And that is more than your daughter’s current $934 SSI check. So your wife and daughter are financially ahead to file for Social Security. (And again, your daughter will likely keep her Medicaid coverage.) Oh -- and when you file for your own benefits down the road, your daughter will be switched to 50% of your much higher monthly benefit. And just coincidentally, I had another email from a couple with almost the same circumstances as those just discussed, with one difference. In this case, the wife’s FRA benefit rate was only $1,600, meaning their disabled daughter would be due $800 in DAC benefits. And they didn’t want the wife to file for Social Security because the DAC rate of $800 is less than the $934 check the daughter currently gets. But I explained to them that even though the daughter would get $800 in DAC benefits, only $780 of that counts against her SSI check. (Don’t ask me why!) In other words, the daughter would get $800 in Social Security DAC benefits and $154 in SSI benefits ($934 minus $780 equals $154). So the daughter would end up with $954 in total monthly benefits -compared to the $934 she gets now. Q: I am about to turn 62. I am thinking of retiring and taking my Social Security. However, everyone I know tells me I’d be foolish to do that. They all tell me to wait at least until age 67 when I can get full benefits. And others suggest I wait even longer -- until age 70. What do you think? And FYI: my wife and I have a 22-year-old son who has been mentally disabled since birth. My wife is 60 and stays home to care for our son. A: When I read the first couple lines of your email, I was ready to give you my stock response when people ask me if they should retire early and take reduced Social Security benefits or wait until a later date to get higher benefits. That response essentially tells people to decide if they want more money at the front end of their senior years -- by taking reduced retirement benefits; or more money in their later years -- by waiting until 67 or 70 to start their Social Security. But the fact that you have a disabled son changes everything. And that’s because he, and possibly your wife, will be
eligible for benefits as soon as you sign up for your Social Security. In other words, by waiting until a later age to apply for benefits, not only are you foregoing your own monthly checks, but you’d be throwing away tens of thousands of dollars in benefits due to your family.
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The Case of the Missing Bathtub BY PHILIP A. RAICES We kept looking high and low for that special place to call home for our client and nothing was going to stop me. In the meantime, our MLS auto-prospect search would identify any new listings regularly that would meet the criteria and would immediately send them out to the associate. In addition, my assistant Gloria, literally made a multitude of calls to other offices, brokers, associate brokers, and agents over three weeks, to see if they had any pocket listings that they would consider sharing that were not listed on the MLS system. We kept striking out every day and we began to feel uncertain if we would hit that homerun that we were looking for. Then one night I had made some additional calls to agents on the North Shore. I spoke to one agent who had a friend that she knew wanted to go out to the Hamptons for August and said that she would approach her with the idea of renting their home. I conveyed to her the list of “must haves” that were necessary, but she wasn’t sure about the tub but everything else was checked off on our list. She called me back the next day and said, come out and show it and we’ll see if it works for your client. We made an appointment for a Friday showing. I was so ecstatic that this just might be the winner that we were searching for. But in my haste, I failed to verify whether there was a tub in the owner’s ensuite bathroom but figured maybe we would get lucky. Maybe I purposely forgot to ask as I didn’t want to know. Friday came and we slowly rolled up to the home. The home had such a dramatic and magnificent and stunning contemporary look. We began to walk around and found the perfect, pool, tennis court, and walk to the beach and even a possibility of a helicopter landing on the beach. I told him that I wasn’t sure if the community would allow it, but I would find out. So far he seemed quite pleased with everything on the outside. We walked
inside and viewed the main floor, huge eat-in kitchen, family room, expansive lower level, etc., and all the additional rooms and then went upstairs to take a look at the owner’s suite. We then slowly made our entrance into the bedroom and then headed to the bathroom and my luck, no tub! My heart sunk in my chest and I began to have a very sad feeling that this one wouldn’t work. But to my surprise, the associate said, “let me make a call.” This gave me some hope, that maybe there was a possibility that this could be the one because time was passing and we were running through and out of options to meet those stringent requirements. I heard him conversing with a lady, as he walked downstairs and I didn’t follow him and waited upstairs as I wanted to provide him absolute privacy. I believe he was using Skype (no Zoom at that time) to show her around the home. Then he came back upstairs to view all the rooms and bathrooms. I thought maybe this was his client and proceeded to carefully listen and pay attention. I carefully paid attention to see if I could hear the conversation and any reactions that would provide me a positive sign and outcome. However, while speaking to her, and entering the ensuite bathroom, he showed her that there was no tub in the owner’s suite. I waited with bated breath and anticipation and then I overheard her saying, I don’t care, “I want this home.” I will tell Michael, so do what you need to do! He hung up, and then we went outside to discuss further. I was quite shocked when he made an offer of $45,000, which was much more than his budget due to the home being the ultimate find. I was surprised and happy that the tub became a non-issue and was no longer a deal breaker. He also came clean and told me who his
SOCIAL SECURITY AND YOU Continued from previous page get the 50% rate. But as I said earlier, the “family maximum” rules could limit what you all receive each month. You will have to talk to the Social Security people about that. But the bottom line message to you is this: The combination of benefits due your wife and son make those reduced retirement benefits a pretty attractive option for you to consider. If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has two books with all the
answers. One is called “Social Security -Simple and Smart: 10 Easy-to-Understand Fact Sheets That Will Answer All Your Questions About Social Security.” The other is “Social Security: 100 Myths and 100 Facts.” You can find the books at Amazon. com or other book outlets. (If ordering the “Simple and Smart” book from Amazon, click on “See all formats and editions” to make sure you are getting the 2024 edition.) Or you can send him an email at thomas. margenau@comcast.net. COPYRIGHT 2024 CREATORS.COM
client was. Our offer was provided to the other party and was accepted. I still had no idea who I was dealing with, but only knew that the client’s name was “Michael.” The offer was accepted and he then proceeded to explain to me who his client was and all the details as to why there was such secrecy and why he couldn’t let me know everything in advance until I found the home that they would be renting. More important, why his client had to have a tub; which now was no longer an issue. He told me it was his sister Shakira, whom he was talking with while walking around the home showing and conveying information to her. She fell in love with the home as well as the outside accouterments that were exactly what they were looking for. Finally, he told me that her husband was Sir Michael Caine (his brother-in-law) , the famous English actor, who I had seen in the Broadway show “Sleuth” back in high school; as well as Alfred in the Batman movie, Tenet and Inception as well as many other movies. I was ecstatic with joy and felt redeemed that I successfully found the home that they needed and wanted. The leases were executed by both parties and they were able to move in on August 1, 2015. I found out that their daughter and children were also going to be staying at the home. They also rented a penthouse in NYC. He was contracted to work on some project that was a secret and I never found out what it was. During the last few days of their stay, I was invited over to say hello. I had purchased a gorgeous vase as a thank you for doing business with me and working with Karim, Shakira’s brother. It was a pleasure and challenge that enabled me to succeed as I never for one moment was going to give up in the search for their special place to call home while in the States. I found
out later that my vase was taken back to London and was placed in their living room, which put a smile on my face. P.S. The reason that Sir Michael Caine’s desire to have a tub in the Master bedroom ensuite bathroom enabled him to read his London daily papers and sip his glass of wine! Philip A. Raices is the owner/Broker of Turn Key Real Estate at 3 Grace Ave Suite 180 in Great Neck. He has 42+ of years experience in the Real Estate industry and has earned designations as a Graduate of the Realtor Institute (G.R.I.) and also as a Certified International Property Specialist (C.I.P.S.) and has earned his National Association of Realtors “Green Industry designation for eco-friendly low carbon footprint construction with 3-D printed foundations, Solar panels, Geo-thermal HVAC/Heat Pumps). Save his My New Electronic signature/Bio/Reviews to your cell, PC or Laptop contacts: https://onetapconnect. com/turnkeyrealestate-philraices He will give you a copy of “Unlocking the Secrets of Real Estate’s New Market Reality, and his Seller’s and Buyer’s Guides for “Things to Consider when Selling, investing or Purchasing your Home. He will also provide you with “free” regular updates of what has gone under contract (pending), been sold (closed) and those homes that have been withdrawn/ released or expired (W/R) and all new listings of homes, HOA, Townhomes, Condos, and Coops in your town or go to https://WWW.Li-RealEstate.Com and you can “do it yourself (DYI) and search on your own. For a “FREE” no obligation 15 minute consultation, as well as a “FREE printout or digital value analysis of what your home might sell for in today’s market without any obligation or “strings” attached call Philip at (516) 647-4289.
N U T R I T I O N N E W S Continued from page 2 are a good source of monounsaturated fats, which help lower blood pressure and help with cholesterol levels. The bottom line? You can help your heart by building your diet with the right foods.
Charlyn Fargo is a registered dietitian with SIU School of Medicine in Springfield, Illinois, and the current president of the Illinois Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. For comments or questions, contact her at charfarg@aol.com or follow her on Twitter @NutritionRD. . COPYRIGHT 2024 CREATORS.COM
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BY MARY HUNT I love houseplants, and boy, do I have some beauties! The truth is I don’t have a green thumb; I just know a few secret tricks and tips that I will gladly share with you.
KNOW YOUR VARIETIES Only consider plants in what I call the “thrivus neglectus” family, which comes from the Latin root meaning “really cheap” and thrives even under the harshest conditions of poor light and neglect! Aspidistra is also known as the “castiron plant,” and for good reason. This baby can survive any condition, including low light and a dry environment. And it is not ugly. Pothos comes in many varieties that tolerate poor light and actually enjoy being left alone. Ficus elastica, or “rubber plant,” likes a cool, dimly lit space. But, if you should happen to set it in a sunny area, watch out. It will grow like crazy, and you’ll be searching on the internet for how to prune the darned thing. Chlorophytum comosum, also known as “spider plant,” is tough and does well in low light. It sends out really cool trailing vines.
Dracaena, or “corn plant,” is a great choice for hot, dry apartments. Philodendron likes a medium to low light source and even moisture. It will survive even under the most severe conditions of neglect.
KNOW WHERE TO BUY I’m a huge fan of the Walmart garden department. Home improvement centers like Home Depot and Lowe’s are excellent sources as well. Just look for the bargain table, and it’s quite likely that you will run right into the plants on my list above.
KNOW YOUR FERTILIZER Houseplants need to eat from time to time, but don’t think you have to buy them food. I feed mine selected garbage. Caution: While a little garbage is good, more is not better. Go easy. -- Coffee grounds: Just work used coffee grounds into the soil. -- Eggshells: Crush, then work into the soil. -- Water from boiling potatoes and pasta: Plants love that starch. -- Milk solution: No, I’m not kidding, but it has to be very, very, very weak. Rinse the empty milk container with water and feed that to your plants. That’s how weak it should be. --- Banana peels: Chop them very finely and mix a small amount into the soil. KNOW YOUR MAINTENANCE Keep the leaves of your plants clean. Dust plugs the pores and prevents plants from taking in the carbon dioxide from the air. A damp cloth once every few weeks will do the trick.
Now about the pets: Some houseplants are toxic to cats and dogs. Rather than turn this column into a thorough treatise on the who, what and when of that subject, I would advise pet owners to do their own independent online research before bringing a new plant into the house. Live plants are an inexpensive way to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere in any living space. As a bonus, plants can improve indoor air quality. And when you select plants that require little or no care, you save yourself time and money, too! Mary invites you to visit her at EverydayCheapskate.com, where this column is archived complete with links and resources for all recommended products and services. Mary invites questions and comments at https://www.everydaycheapskate.com/contact/, “Ask Mary.” This column will answer questions of general interest, but letters cannot be answered individually. Mary Hunt is the founder of EverydayCheapskate.com, a frugal living blog, and the author of the book “DebtProof Living.” COPYRIGHT 2024 CREATORS.COM
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Valentine Flowers BY JEFF RUGG I have a few questions about Valentine’s Day, and maybe you do too. Why do they sell “I only love you” cards in a 10-pack? What is Galentine’s Day? I can’t answer the first question, but Galentine’s Day is the day before Valentine’s Day, and it is the day ladies celebrate their girlfriends. No matter if you celebrate one or both days, flowers are a great gift. Both cut flowers and blooming plants can be given. You might have questions about how to best care for your flowers, and those are questions I can answer. Even though cut flowers are not attached to the plant anymore, they are still alive. Just like a living plant, they need water. Just like when they were attached to the plant, they will use water faster and wilt quicker if placed in bright sunlight and drafty locations. The cooler they are kept, the longer they will last. That’s why they are kept in a refrigerator at the florist shop. Misting them every so often will also help them last longer. Do not let the cut flowers wilt. If they do, air bubbles trapped in the stem may not let the stems absorb any water. Another reason the stems can’t take up any water is when bacteria plug up the cut
end of the stem. Changing the water daily helps prevent bacteria because of the chlorine in tap water. Commercial floral preservatives also work and quite often come with the bouquet. Check the water daily so that it does not go below the ends of the stems. Many cut flowers will last for two weeks if they are kept cool and the water is kept fresh. If your flowers do wilt, it may be possible to revive them. If they have not been wilted much, wrap them in a sheet of newspaper so the stem is straight. Stick the stem and paper in a vase filled with water until the stem can stand on its own. If they are wilted a lot, more drastic measures are needed. Submerge the entire stem and flower underwater in a tub large enough that the stem can lie down flat and straight. A half-hour or more may be necessary for results. Warm water should be used on roses and cool water on tulips, daffodils and iris. On all cut flowers in a vase, the lower leaves that would be in the water should be removed to prevent bacteria growth. If the flower stems have been out of water for a while, it is a good idea to cut off the bottom inch or so for a cleaner cut. Doing the cut underwater is also beneficial. Make the cut at an angle so the stem won’t sit flat on the bottom of the vase,
which wouldn’t let in as much water. Flower arrangements can have many other flowers besides roses. They may include carnations, chrysanthemums, lilies, freesia, ferns, anemones, tulips, daffodils, baby’s breath and eucalyptus. These plants may last a few days or a few weeks, so as they die, pluck them out of the arrangement and it will look nice longer. Several potted flowering plants are given as gifts from Valentine’s Day through Easter until Mother’s Day. Azalea, Calceolaria, cineraria, Cyclamens and hydrangeas all make nice blooming gift plants. One of the reasons they are all available at this time of year is that they grow in the same conditions. They all prefer to have bright light from an east window or a bright indoor light. A daytime temperature in the 60- to 70-degree range is best and a little cooler at night is fine. The azalea and hydrangea are both shrubs that can be set outdoors in the summer but may not survive the winter if planted outside in cool climates. They can be brought in during the winter where they might rebloom. I have had gift azaleas last several years when taken out in the summer and brought indoors in the fall to protect them from cold temperatures. They tend to bloom in the fall and sometimes again in midwinter. If they are
not repotted, they need some fertilizer. Either way, they do tend to fade out over time as they get fewer leaves and some of the branches die. Email questions to Jeff Rugg at info@ greenerview.com. COPYRIGHT 2024 JEFF RUGG DISTRIBUTED BY CREATORS
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The Moon is Falling! BY DENNIS MAMMANA Week of Feb. 18-24, 2024 In the lush garden of Woolsthorpe Manor in Lincolnshire, England, grows a lone apple tree. This is not just any old apple tree but the very tree where it is said that, in the summer of 1666, Isaac Newton watched an apple fall and was inspired to develop his theory of gravity as an invisible force that pulls everything toward the Earth. It’s a wonderful story, but is it just a legend, or is there some truth to it? Newton himself communicated this discovery to several acquaintances, including the French philosopher and writer Voltaire. And, quite frankly, I believe it. After all, here’s a guy who invented calculus, an entire field of advanced mathematics, just so he could understand the movements of the moon and planets. And then he turned 26! Yeah, the guy was a genius, no question about it, and many folks consider him to be the most brilliant scientist who ever lived. But when you see the waxing gibbous moon hanging above us this week, you may think he was mistaken. I mean, if Newton was right about gravity, shouldn’t the moon fall to Earth? The answer, it turns out, is rather simple -- so simple that it took a genius like Newton to figure it out. The moon is
falling to Earth, but since it’s also moving on its own, it never hits the ground. Confused? No need to be. Newton explained it clearly with a wonderful analogy in his famous three-volume work titled “Philosophae Naturalis Principia Mathematica,” more commonly known as the “Principia.” Imagine a cannon, for example, on a high mountain. Fire the cannon and the cannonball will eventually fall to the ground. Fire it faster and the projectile will go farther but will still eventually hit the ground. No surprise there. But what if you fired the projectile so fast that, as it falls, the Earth curves away from it at the same rate? It would never hit the ground but would continue to circle the globe. In other words, it would be in orbit. Newton’s principles of gravitation help us understand the motions of everything from baseballs to rockets to planets. Now, it’s true that in the early 20th century, Albert Einstein, another stunningly brilliant scientist, devised a more refined explanation of gravitation in which he describes it not as an attractive force but as a warping of space that causes bodies to move as they do. But Newton’s laws still hold for everything we see in our everyday world, including the moon. That the moon is moving on its own is why it never falls to Earth. If you don’t
believe it, go outside and check for yourself this week. Since the moon completes one orbit around our planet every month, that means that it should change its position eastward against the more distant stars by about 12 or 13 degrees each night. Notice where the moon appears and which stars are nearby, and on the next
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We hadn’t had the new microwave that long when, all of a sudden, it decided it just didn’t want to microwave anymore. “You had one job,” I said to the microwave, chastising it after it failed to reheat some leftovers. “Is that really so hard?” Naturally, I had no idea what went into making a microwave microwave. I assumed it probably had something to do with the sun, since it used microwaves, and maybe also radio waves or ultraviolet rays, and therefore there was surely a solar panel installed somewhere that made it work, as well as a transistor radio and sunscreen. Since I had no experience with microwaves or radio waves or UV waves (except that one time when I was 7 and I got a really bad sunburn), I thought this was all well out of my limited range of appliance repair knowledge and decided to call in a professional. I looked online for a repairman in my area and chose Mike’s Microwave
repair because it had a number of good reviews and also, Mike and Microwave both begin with an M, and I like alliteration. I had to wait two weeks for Mike to show up because apparently, there was a sudden epidemic of microwave deaths at the same time that mine pooped out. It was like some kind of microwave flu that must have been transmitted over the airwaves, or maybe the radio waves. I couldn’t be certain. By the time Mike finally arrived, I was beside myself. I was a child of the microwave generation and never realized that food could also be reheated in an actual oven, so for two weeks I ate cold leftovers and brooded about how difficult life was without a microwave. “I think it might be the fuse,” said Mike when he finally arrived and did triage on my microwave. “It should be an easy fix, but there’s a chance I might have to do open oven surgery. I need you to sign a release.” “A release?” I said. “For what?” “Acknowledging that the appliance
was not functioning when I arrived and nothing I did caused it to further malfunction.” “Fine,” I said and signed the form. “But before you do anything, you should try pointing the satellite dish in a different direction to see if that solves the problem, because not only is the microwave broken, but also, our TV isn’t getting very good reception.” He looked at me like I was one burner short of a stovetop. “They have nothing to do with each other.” “What?” I said. “Your microwave and your TV,” he said. “Completely unrelated.” “Got it,” I said. “But could you check the TV when you’re done with the microwave, anyway?” “I only do kitchen appliances,” he said. “But the TV is in the kitchen,” I replied. Then I recalled that the ad said Mike’s Microwaves, and not Mike’s Microwaves and TVs, so I decided to let it go.
I watched the one TV channel that worked well while Mike did surgery on the microwave. But when I decided to switch channels, all of a sudden, at the exact same time, the microwave whirred to life. “Hah!” I yelled. “I fixed the microwave!” “No, you didn’t,” said Mike. “I did. I put in a new fuse.” “I’m not so sure, Mike,” I said assuredly. “I was on CNN and when I switched to HGTV, the microwave started to work again.” “I told you, they’re not related,” he argued. I shrugged. “If you want to believe that, that’s fine,” I said. “I don’t want to make waves.” Tracy Beckerman is the author of the Amazon Bestseller, “Barking at the Moon: A Story of Life, Love, and Kibble,” available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble online! You can visit her at www. tracybeckerman.com COPYRIGHT 2024 CREATORS.COM
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Third graders learn about Chinese history, culture
Patricia Shih from the “Let’s Go to China” workshop spoke with third grade classes at Kramer Lane Elementary School about the history of China. Third grade students from Kramer Lane Elementary School engaged in the full-day workshop, “Let’s Go to China,” on Feb. 7. Facilitated by award-winning singer-songwriter Patricia Shih and her partner Wendy Weng, students participated in interactive lessons and activities throughout the school day which focused on China’s history, geography and culture. The day began in the school’s cafeteria where the third grade classes assembled with their “Let’s Go to China” packets. They used these throughout the day to further their knowledge of China. Weng performed a Chinese dance for the students and Shih taught the stu-
dents about some of China’s history and its geography. The third graders were then split into two groups and participated in different workshop sessions in the classrooms. Students performed a ribbon dance, explored artifacts, spoke about Chinese inventions and learned the Chinese language. At the conclusion of the day, the third graders took part in a lively celebration to mark the upcoming Lunar New Year. Students had the opportunity to be musicians and Lion Dancers. It was a great way to end a special day of learning.
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Rally in support of Israeli hostages
On January 28, New York State Senator Steve Rhoads joined Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino, Town of Oyster Bay Receiver of Taxes Jeff Pravato, and Nassau County Legislator Mazi Pilip at the “Run for Their Lives” rally at the Mid-Island Y Jewish Community Center in Plainview to show support for those affected by the challenging circumstances in Israel, including the family of Omer Neutra, an Israeli soldier from Plainview who is being held hostage by Hamas. Senator Rhoads and the other officials who attended the rally demonstrated the importance of using their voices and platforms to bring attention to important issues like fighting to bring the hostages home, as well as standing together against terror, hate, and antisemitism.
Seniors invited to join “Golden Tones” chorus The Town of Oyster Bay has announced that the ‘Golden Tones Entertainment Group’ is returning to the North Massapequa Community Center this February and invite new members. This senior chorus is a social group open to Town residents over the age of 60 who have an interest in singing, dancing or entertaining. Anyone 60 and over is welcome, a great singing voice is not required to participate in this social group. “We hear from choir members all the time how singing together lifts their spirits while providing great enjoyment and entertainment,” said Town Councilwoman Laura Maier. “The
Kramer Lane third graders performed a ribbon dance during one of their workshop sessions.
Golden Tones Chorus provides a creative and social outlet for seniors to make new friends and bond over their love of music. Join us today!” Meetings will be held every Friday, beginning on Friday, February 2, at 10 a.m. at the North Massapequa Community Center, located at 214 North Albany Avenue in North Massapequa. There are two planned shows, a Spring Show as well as a Holiday Show, scheduled to be performed at the North Massapequa Community Center. Senior citizens interested in joining the Golden Tones should call (516) 797-7916 for more information.
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The Levittown Board of Education meeting on Feb. 7 featured a presentation on the partnerships between Summit Lane Elementary School and Division Avenue High School.
Students from both schools spoke about Junior Achievement, Big Dragons and Bilingual Buddies.
Separated by merely an athletic field, Summit Lane Elementary School and Division Avenue High School in the Levittown School District have a strong bond. The partnerships between the two schools was in the spotlight for the academic presentation at the board of education meeting on Feb. 7. “We’re very fortunate at Summit Lane that we have great neighbors,” Principal Keith Squillacioti said, as he introduced teachers, as well as both elementary and high school students, to talk about those connections.
dents talked about Big Dragon, the first partnership between the schools, established more than 20 years ago. Division Avenue students are paired with Summit Lane teachers and assist with classroom activities. The Big Dragons help students with classwork, read to them, play games and even help the youngsters learn how to play instruments. Bilingual Buddies, coordinated by Genevieve Pannell, began in 2022. High school students work with elementary students who are learning English. The
Through Junior Achievement, Division Avenue students visit Summit Lane classes to teach lessons on entrepreneurship and financial literacy. High school students are trained on the curriculum and classroom management techniques before implementing the lessons at the elementary. The partnership extends more than 15 years and Summit Lane is a Junior Achievement Gold School. The service learning and leadership development program is overseen by Christine Pace. Teacher Casey Graham and stu-
Division Avenue buddies are able to communicate with the children in their native language, including Spanish, Mandarin and Urdu. They help their younger peers finish classwork, start homework and become stronger and more confident readers. Ms. Pannell said that Summit Lane’s English language learners benefit both academically and socially from the experience. Photo courtesy of the Levittown School District
Free music concerts planned for libraries The Town of Oyster Bay's Distinguished Artists Concert Series will continue through May 2024 with free performances at local libraries throughout the Town. “The Distinguished Artists Concert Series provides free musical and dance programs for the enjoyment of our residents,” said Councilman Hand. “I encourage residents to take advantage of these wonderful performances offered by the Town for free at local libraries.” Scheduled performances for February and March include: • Gathering Time on Sunday, February 25, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at the Jericho Public Library – Performing
music for all ages from traditional folk to classic rock. All welcome/ free tickets required, tickets available at library on February 5th. For more information call Jericho Public Library, (516) 935-6790. • Carlson & Grant on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at the Syosset Public Library – Performing solos and duets from the nostalgic past. Registration is free and required. Visit: https://syosset.librarycalendar.com/ events/month and select the date of the concert and register. Registration starts February 9. • Mambo Loco on Sunday, March 10, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at the Jericho Public Library – Performing
the best of Old-school Latin and Latin jazz. All welcome/free tickets required, tickets available at library on February 22. For more information, call Jericho Public Library, (516) 935-6790. • One More Once Jazz Ensemble on Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. at the Farmingdale Public Library – Performing all genres of big band music. • Danny Kean & Friends on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library – Performing blues, jazz, R&B rock & everything in between. All welcome/free tickets required, tickets available at library on March 11. For more information, call
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Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library, (516) 938-0077. The Brooklyn Bards on • Sunday, March 24, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bethpage Public Library – Experience the deep lyrics and rich melodies of traditional Irish music. The Distinguished Artists Concert Series is sponsored by the Cultural and Performing Arts (CAPA) Division of the Town of Oyster Bay’s Department of Community & Youth Services. For the full concert schedule and further information, please call (516) 797-7900 or visit www.oysterbaytown.com/CAPA.
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Jocelyn McLaughlin of Bethpage, took part in an study abroad experience in Ecuador this January. A graduate of Island Trees High School, McLaughlin is studying Psychobiology: Molecular at Albright. n
Lisa Makayla Wallach of Plainview, was named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2023 semester at Kutztown University. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, an undergraduate student must be registered for at least 12 credits and have a minimum grade point average of 3.60. n
Alexandra McCormick of Jericho was named to Washington College’s Fall 2023 Dean’s List. In order to earn this academic honor, a student must achieve at least a 3.50 GPA for the semester. n
Hofstra University is proud to release the Fall 2023 Provost’s List, which recognizes students who earned a perfect 4.0 grade point average. Bethpage Lauren Dietrich of Bethpage. Lauren, a member of Hofstra’s class of 2024, is studying Pre-Physician Assistant Studies. Gregory Ioannides of Bethpage. Gregory, a member of Hofstra’s class of 2025, is studying Exercise Physiology. Adriana Lisa of Bethpage. Adriana, a member of Hofstra’s class of 2027, is
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Alina Razvi of Jericho. Alina, a member of Hofstra’s class of 2026, is studying Criminology. Levittown Alyssa Eisenberg of Levittown. Alyssa, a member of Hofstra’s class of 2026, is studying Mathematics. Jenna Lopez of Levittown. Jenna, a member of Hofstra’s class of 2024, is studying Speech-Language Hearing Sciences. Kevin McDermott of Levittown. Kevin, a member of Hofstra’s class of 2024, is studying Finance. Brandon Moy of Levittown. Brandon, a member of Hofstra’s class of 2024, is studying Writing for the Screen. Molly Oberting of Levittown. Molly, a member of Hofstra’s class of 2024, is studying Pre-Physician Assistant Studies. Khushi Patel of Levittown. Khushi, a member of Hofstra’s class of 2025, is studying Pre-Physician Assistant Studies. Ariana Soccodato of Levittown. Ariana, a member of Hofstra’s class of 2024, is studying Early Childhood & Childhood Education. Jaclyn Spector of Levittown. Jaclyn, a member of Hofstra’s class of 2024, is studying Physician Assistant Studies. Liam Stasinski of Levittown. Liam, a member of Hofstra’s class of 2024, is studying Accounting.
Old Bethpage Emily Soffer of Old Bethpage. Emily, a member of Hofstra’s class of 2024, is studying Physician Assistant Studies. Bridget Urban of Old Bethpage. Bridget, a member of Hofstra’s class of 2025, is studying Marketing. Plainview Jake Cerulli of Plainview. Jake, a member of Hofstra’s class of 2027, is studying Exercise Physiology. Giovanna Georgy of Plainview. Giovanna, a member of Hofstra’s class of 2026, is studying Psychology. Mitchell Goren of Plainview. Mitchell, a member of Hofstra’s class of 2024, is studying Information Systems. Sharan Grover of Plainview. Sharan, a member of Hofstra’s class of 2024, is studying Pre-Medical Studies. Sarah Iseman of Plainview. Sarah, a member of Hofstra’s class of 2025, is studying English. Christopher Kim of Plainview. Christopher, a member of Hofstra’s class of 2025, is studying Pre-Physician Assistant Studies. Joel Thomson of Plainview. Joel, a member of Hofstra’s class of 2025, is studying Pre-Medical Studies. Syosset Robert Raminfard of Syosset. Robert’s major is Accounting.
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The Glen Cove - Hicksvile - Syosset League of Mercy Hospital will be holding a Military Bridge on Sunday, March 10, from 1:30 – 5 p.m. in Levittown Hall, 301 Levittown Parkway, Hicksville. Doors open at 1 p.m. $15 per person. Knowledge of bridge is not necessary. This is a fun game which can be learned quickly as you play along. Refreshments including coffee, tea and desserts will be served. Seating is limited.
There will be cash prizes for the top three teams. Upon arrival please check in at the door. All are welcome! Please reserve your table of 4 (include team names) by February 29. Please make your checks payable to Mercy League for $15 per person. You may also pay at the door. Please send your checks to Roseann Nicotra 6 Chadwick Road Syosset NY 11791. For more information, please call Roseann at 516-320-5567.
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Public skating sessions during school break The Town of Oyster Bay has announced that families looking for recreational fun during most school districts’ winter recess need look no further than one of the Town’s Ice Skating facilities, which will offer extended hours throughout the week. The week also marks the last week public skating is available at the Town’s outdoor rinks. “Families and children looking for a great stay-cation can head over to our ice skating rinks, either outdoors at Marjorie Post Park or SyossetWoodbury Park or indoors at our Town Ice Skating Center, during special extended hours for the full winter recess week,” said Councilman Lou Imbroto. “Our rinks provide the perfect setting for residents to enjoy the winter weather.” Sunday, February 18: Outdoor Rinks: 1 p.m.–3 p.m. and 4 p.m.– 6 p.m.; Indoor Ice Center: 2 p.m.–5 p.m. Presidents’ Day – Monday, February 19: Indoor & Outdoor Rinks: 1 p.m.–3 p.m.; 4 p.m.–6 p.m.; 7 p.m.– 9 p.m. Tuesday, February 20: Indoor & Outdoor Rinks: 1 p.m.–3 p.m.; 4 p.m.– 6 p.m.; 7 p.m.–9 p.m.
Wednesday, February 21: Indoor & Outdoor Rinks: 1 p.m.–3 p.m.; 4 p.m.– 6 p.m.; 7 p.m.–9 p.m. Thursday, February 22: Indoor & Outdoor Rinks: 1 p.m.–3 p.m.; 4 p.m.– 6 p.m.; 7 p.m.–9 p.m. Friday, February 23: Indoor & Outdoor Rinks: 1 p.m.–3 p.m.; 4 p.m.– 6 p.m.; 7 p.m.–9 p.m. Saturday, February 24: Outdoor Rinks: 1 p.m.–3 p.m. and 4 p.m.– 6 p.m.; 7 p.m.–9 p.m.; Indoor Ice Center: 2:45 p.m.–5:45 p.m. Sunday, February 25: Last public sessions at outdoor rinks: 1 p.m.–3 p.m. and 4 p.m.–6 p.m.; Indoor Ice Center: 2 p.m.–5 p.m. “We invite residents of all ages to enjoy the last days of the winter season at our beautiful ice skating rinks,” said Supervisor Saladino. “Bring the family to our fun rinks, lace up your skates and get ready for a great time.” For more information, including admission, hours of operation, the Youth Ice Hockey Program, figure skating or other skating opportunities, please visit www.oysterbaytown.com/ ice.
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On January 28, New York State Senator Steve Rhoads (left) attended the Taizé prayer service at St. Pius X Parish in Plainview, an event bringing together people of Christian faiths. Participating churches included St. Pius X RC Church, Plainview Reformed Church, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, St. Mary’s Syro-Malabar Catholic Church, and Episcopal Church of St. Margaret.
Local artists invited to showcase at “Art in the Park” The Town of Oyster Bay invites local artists and artisans to display and sell their hand-crafted goods at a special day of “Art in the Park.” Applications are now available for the event which will be held on Saturday, May 18, at Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park & Beach in Oyster Bay. “Art in the Park offers local artists and artisans an amazing opportunity to showcase their best work for the public and gain local notoriety,” said Town Councilman Steve Labriola. “Art in the Park is certain to attract hundreds of families and seniors as the event also features live music, food trucks and activities for kids.” Participants must be 18 or older, and
display and sell only their original pieces. No commercial or mass-produced items are permitted. Artists must supply their own 10x10 canopy and additional items required for their space. Additional details and associated costs are provided on the application, available on the Town’s website. Art in the Park is run by the Town’s Department of Community & Youth Services, Cultural and Performing Arts Division. The event focuses on hand-crafted goods, including ceramics, watercolors, glass, jewelry, wood, leather, sculpture and more. Artist applications available on the Town’s website at www.oysterbaytown.com/capa or by calling (516) 797-7932.
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