Syosset Advance (9/22/23)

Jericho football is back after five year hiatus

35 SHS seniors named Natl. Merit Semifinalists

35 Syosset High School students have been named Semifinalists in the 69th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. The students qualified for this distinction by scoring among the highest in the state on the 2022 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/ NMSQT).

Congratulations to seniors Jessica Albrecht, Alex Chen, Andy Chen, Scout Chen, Ria Dhulia, Darius Fan, Matthew Finkel, Anoushka George, Jamie Guo, Sean Guo, Nathalia Guzman, Benjamin Hasselbring, Griffin Hon, Vincent Huang, Ashley Huang,

Members of the Jericho High School Football team at practice.

BY GARY SIMEONE

Friday night lights

is back at Jericho High School after the school district recently made the decision to bring back the sport of football. School officials decided to bring back the sport after it was determined that there was renewed interest from many of the students.

“Since 2018 we had struggled to maintain the sport because we didn’t have the numbers to sustain a varsity program,” said John Mankowich, athletic director in the Jericho School District. “We had ended up merging with a few schools over the years, including Plainview-Old Bethpage and Oyster Bay, to keep the sport going in a

smaller capacity.”

He said in recent years the district was fortunate enough to hire some great teachers with football backgrounds and there was a stronger interest from students in the sport.

“We sat down with our staff before the school year began, and really made the commitment as a district

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Simeon Hur, Sabina Kim, Jesse Lebolt, Brenton Lee, Katelyn Lee, Maxwell Lee, Samuel Liu, Hagen Lu, James Masson, Blesson Ren, Aryan Shah, Aberam Sriganesh, Emily Su, Arya Tooley, Benjamin Vitalie, Ryan Wei, Samuel Xiao, Nicholas Yang, Wendy Yin, and Ann Zhang.

They are among the approximately 16,000 high school students nationwide who were named Semifinalists by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC), representing less than one percent of all U.S. high school seniors.

JHS introduces unique business courses

BY GEORGE HABER

The Jericho School District is getting down to business with the introduction of two new courses that are among the first of their kind on the local education scene: courses in real estate and “agriscience.”

The real estate course is being offered to seniors as a two-semester course, leading to students being qualified to take an exam to become a licensed real estate salesperson. The agriscience course is being offered to students from the first year to the senior year in high school.

Local Realtors applauded the school for offering the real estate

course. Jericho Realtor Alida Dema who, with husband Drini, comprise “The Dema Team at Keller Williams Realty,” said “The course holds immense potential benefits for our local high school and its students.”

Dema said “The real estate sector offers a variety of career opportunities, including real estate agents, property managers, appraisers, and more. The course can provide students with a direct path to a viable and potentially lucrative career immediately after high school, reducing the burden of college debt…”

She added that “The complex nature of real estate transactions

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Annual benefit, cocktail party supports Boys and Girls Club

The Boys and Girls Club of Oyster Bay — East Norwich will be holding its annual reception following a successful return to in-person celebration in 2022. Michèle Bahnik Mercier, committee chair, along with her dedicated committee, are thrilled to be bringing the community together on Wednesday, October 18, from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., for the Annual Benefit and Cocktail Party. This event will be a celebration of generosity of spirit that underlies the entire community, bringing loyal supporters, parents, alumni, friends, and staff together to appreciate each other and to support the vital work of the Club. With the continued success of the virtual auction the last three years, the Club will be holding the tradition and conduct the online auction starting Monday, October 16, and ending Sunday, October 22, 2022. The online auction will continue past the in-person Cocktail Party held at the Boys & Girls Clubhouse, on Wednesday, October 18.

“The Club is focused on helping children and teens realize their full potential by providing safe, stable environments, and positive, enriching physical, social, and emotional experiences,” said the Club’s executive director, Jean Marie Weiner. This fundraiser provides the much-needed funds for the continuation, enhancement and growth of the Club’s programs and services.

“We are looking forward to a wonderful cocktail party with all of our friends and supporters after such a successful return to in person celebration last year. The Boys & Girls Club is incredibly grateful for the commit-

ments made and honored by many of their longtime sponsors of this event, and we hope this year’s online auction will be equally or more successful than past years’,” said Michèle Bahnik Mercier, committee chair.

You may participate in this event from anywhere in the world, on any device! There is an amazing lineup of dazzling and fun items. Thanks to generous and loyal donors, there’s something for everyone at the auction: scores of gift certificates, weekend getaways, sports activities, a wide variety of merchandise, etc. There is no charge to bid online, but registration is required to place bids, or to support the Club. Bidding starts at 9 a.m. (EST) on Monday, October 16, and ends at 9 p.m. (EST) on Sunday, October 22. Participants may view the gifts at their leisure, place their bids, and check back and bid as often as they wish throughout the week.

The Club is hopeful the 2023 Celebration of Children event will raise the critical funds necessary to fuel the Club’s mission of. Each of these events is vital to making the Boys & Girls Club of Oyster Bay-East Norwich’s life-enhancing programs available to all youth.

For more information or questions regarding tickets, sponsorship opportunities or auction donations, please contact: Becca Guskin, fundraising@ bgcoben.com, or 516-922-9285, ext. 14.

The Boys & Girls Club of Oyster Bay-East Norwich is a 501(c)(3) organization. Contributions are tax deductible, as allowed by the law. Federal ID #11-2136505. Follow us on Facebook or at www.bgcoben.com.

Shed-the-Meds at Syosset Library

To help residents properly discard unwanted pharmaceuticals, Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) will be partnering with the Nassau County Police Department’s Second Precinct to host a “Shed-TheMeds” event at the Syosset Public Library on Tuesday, Sept. 26.

During the event, residents will have the opportunity to safely dispose their unwanted prescription, expired medication, vitamins, and other pharmaceutical waste. Please note, needles, sharps, aerosol cans, and other biohazardous waste will not be accepted.

“As we continue to observe September as National Recovery Month,

one of the most important things we can do as a society is to prevent prescription drugs from inadvertently falling into the hands of people who are struggling with addiction,” Legislator Drucker said. “Shed-the-Meds events are a convenient way to ensure that unwanted and expired drugs are disposed of securely and in an environmentally friendly way, and I hope everyone will take advantage of this important service.”

The event will take place from 5–8 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 26 at the Syosset Public Library, 225 South Oyster Bay Road, Syosset.

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DogFest LI to benefit Canine Companions

The Town of Oyster Cay will host DogFest Long Island on Saturday, September 23, benefit Canine Companions. The event, being held at Marjorie Post Park in Massapequa, runs from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

“September is National Service Dog Month, and what better way to celebrate than to bring your canine friends to a fun event for a great cause,” said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “We are pleased to once again join with Canine Companions to offer DogFest visitors a fun day of games, inspiring speakers, activities for kids, service dog demonstrations and more.”

There is no fee to participate, however residents are invited to fundraise and help spread the word about the event by visiting www.canine.org/dogfestlongisland. All monies raised benefit Canine Companions, a nonprofit who works to place expertly-trained service dogs

Town blood drive planned for Sept. 26

to adults, children and veterans with disabilities, free of charge. Their mission is to help clients and their service dogs live with greater independence, and more than 400 people are currently waiting for their new canine partners.

“We invite all residents to participate in this fun event while making a positive difference in the lives of others,” said Councilman Hand. “Thanks to events like DogFest, Canine Companions is able to continue the great work they do to assist the disabled community people with disabilities”

Residents are invited to bring well-socialized dogs, provided they are friendly with other dogs and people, comfortable in crowds and fully vaccinated. All dogs must be kept on leash at all times (no longer than six feet). For more information, please visit www. canine.org.

With hospitals facing a nationwide blood shortage, the Town of Oyster Bay invites residents to attend a Blood Collection Drive on Tuesday, September 26, from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Hicksville Athletic Center, located at 167 S. Broadway in Hicksville.

Town Councilwoman Vicki Walsh stated, “Blood supplies are critically needed for local hospitals to meet the demand and continue saving lives. Please consider participating in this blood drive to help bolster our blood banks and ensure as many people as possible can be helped. Together, we can give the gift of life though a simple blood donation.”

Appointments are preferred for the Town’s blood drive. To qualify as a donor, a person must be between the ages of 17 and 75 years old (16 with parental permission and 76 or older with a doctor’s note), weigh at least

110 pounds and not have donated blood within the last 56 days. Anyone who received a tattoo within the past 12 months is ineligible to donate. It is recommended that donors eat well (low fat) and drink fluids in the days before the blood drive. Additionally, all donors will receive a voucher for a free Blizzard at Dairy Queen.

Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino added, “It’s quick, easy, and safe to donate a single pint of blood which can save up to three lives. Donating blood at the Hicksville Athletic Center, is an incredible way for all of us to pitch in and give back, to help ease the burden of our Healthcare Heroes as they continue to provide lifesaving efforts.”

For additional information regarding the Town’s Blood Drive, contact (516) 624-6380. To make an appointment to donate at this Blood Drive, sign up today at https://bit.ly/43OzKwq

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1) One 18” Pizza with Choice of Spinach and Artichoke Dip OR Grimaldi’s Mixed Salad and Complimentary 2-Liter Bottle of Soda ($2.50 Charge to Substitute Different Salad) $38 plus tax

2 ) One 18” Pizza, One Order of Penne alla Vodka, Choice of Spinach and Artichoke Dip OR Grimaldi’s Mixed Salad and Complimentary 2-Liter Bottle of Soda ($2.50 Charge to Substitute Different Salad) $53 plus tax

3) Two 18” Pizzas with Choice of Spinach and Artichoke Dip OR Grimaldi’s Mixed Salad and Complimentary 2-Liter Bottle of Soda ($2.50 Charge to Substitute Different Salad) $60 plus tax

Additional items may be purchased at regular menu price. Toppings available for aditional cost. May not be combined with any other coupon, discount, offer, or Groupon. Prices do not include tax or gratuity. Available for take-out only. No substitutions.

Members of the Jewish Community Relations Council and the Mid Island Y JCC with Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D-Plainview, fifth from right).

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Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) commemorated the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington presented by Jewish Community Relations Council — Long Island (JCRC-LI) and the Mid Island Y JCC on Monday, Aug. 28.

During the presentation, faith leaders, elected officials, and residents reflected and paid tribute to Civil Rights leaders and their accomplishments during the Civil Rights Movement. On August 28, 1963, thousands of Americans gathered at the National Mall in Washington to fight for social and economic justice for all as a unified voice. It was there the

demonstrators first heard the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s most iconic “I Have a Dream” speech. The March helped secure federal civil rights legislation known as the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

“Although we have made progress over the last 60 years, we must continue to build upon the foundation the leaders of the Civil Rights Movement started until we see systematic change for all,” Legislator Drucker said. “I thank the JCRC-LI and the Mid Island Y JCC for hosting such a remarkable and informative event.”

Renew wedding vows at special town ceremony

The Town of Oyster Bay invites residents to renew their wedding vows at a group ceremony scheduled for Friday, September 22, at Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park in Oyster Bay. The special ceremony begins at 11 a.m. and will take place along the beach, with beautiful views of Oyster Bay Harbor. Light refreshments will be served to guests.

“Our beautiful beach and picturesque harbor provide the perfect backdrop for couples who are looking to celebrate their love, and what better day to ‘fall’ in love all over again than in recognition of the first day of fall,” said Town Supervisor Joseph

Saladino. “We look forward to sharing this wonderful day with happy couples who want to declare their endless love for one another.”

The ceremony will take place by the gazebo at Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park & Beach, located off Larrabee Avenue in Oyster Bay hamlet. In the event of rain, the ceremony will be moved to Oyster Bay Town Hall. This event is offered free of charge to Town residents but reservations are required. Residents interested in renewing their wedding vows should RSVP by Friday, September 15, by contacting (516) 624-6380.

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Town off icials celebrate longstanding Levittown barbershop

BY GARY SIMEONE

It was quite a celebration at an iconic barbershop in Levittown this past Sunday. Town of Oyster Bay officials as well as members of the community gathered to celebrate sixty-five years of Pat’s Barbershop being in business. It was also the longtime owner Pasquale “Pat” Palumbo’s ninety-fifth birthday celebration as well.

Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joe Saladino, who was part of the celebration, said that Pat’s Barbershop is a great example of a local business thriving in a time when many small businesses are struggling to survive.

“America’s economy has always been driven by small business, which has represented opportunity, independence and the fulfillment of dreams for generations of Americans,” said Saladino. “Pat’s Barber Shop has been a fine example of that entrepreneurial spirit. We wish the dedicated ownership management and staff continued success happiness good health and all of God’s blessings in the future.”

Pat’s daughter, Rose Drummond who has worked at the shop for decades under her father’s tutelage, said her dad is very well known throughout the community.

“My father started in the haircutting business when he came to this country from Sicily in 1958,” said Drummond. “He started by giving haircuts to members of the military at Mitchel Field and worked his way to owning his own shop and establishing himself in the community.”

Drummond said she handles the dayto-day operations of the barbershop with her brother Charles and that her dad stops by on occasion to supervise.

“Up until the pandemic he was cutting hair, but at ninety-five I think he’s officially retired from that now. He no longer drives so we have to drive him to the shop. When he’s here he’s very sociable with everyone and everybody knows his reputation in the community.”

Town Councilman Thomas Hand, who attended the event on Sunday, said that the barbershop has always been a staple in Levittown and Town of Oyster Bay as a whole.

“The legacy of Pat’s Barber Shop will endure long after today, having not only played an important role in the community by providing a valuable service, but also in the advancement of the general welfare by supporting many community organizations and local endeavors,” said Hand.

Pat’s Barbershop owner Pasquale “Pat” Palumbo (second from left) celebrates his business’ 65th year of operation with friends and family.

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Hicksville students ready for the new school year

Hicksville School District welcomed back students for the 2023–2024 school year on Sept. 5. Students arrived at their schools, eager to meet their new

Bethpage School Board to meet

The Bethpage Board of Education will hold the following meetings during September:

• Agenda Meeting -

Tuesday, September 19, at 7:30 p.m., Administration Building District

Conference Room

• Regular Meeting -

Tuesday, September 26, at 7:30 p.m., Administration Building District Conference Room

teachers and classmates. The energy and excitement of the new school year was felt throughout the day.

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Casino bus trip

The Catholic Daughters of the Americas will be holding a bus trip to Wind Creek Casino in Bethlehem, PA, on Tuesday, September 26.

Cost is $52 per person, which includes the driver's tip. Give back is $35 slots play.

Please arrive before 8:30 a.m. Return is approximately 8:30 p.m. Parking is at 999 South Oyster Bay Road (dead end).

For reservations please call Barbara at 516-935-5576.

Please make checks payable to “CDA.”

Hicksville Middle School Principal Ben Tangney greets students in between classes.

Hicksville students are back to school.

A Lee Avenue kindergartener is happy for the new school year!

East Street students are eager to start the new school year and get right to work.

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Wisdom Lane eighth graders review safety tips

Water district opens new treatment facility

Wisdom Lane Middle School Assistant Principal Craig Arvelo-Shaw shared important tips with eighth graders on Sept. 12.

Wisdom Lane Middle School eighth graders are ready to be the student leaders of their building after reviewing important safety tips with teachers and staff on Sept. 12.

The eighth grade class, who will be moving on to high school once they finish the year, gathered in the auditorium. They heard from Wisdom Lane

Principal Mr. Avena and Assistant

Principal Mr. Arvelo-Shaw, teacher and dean Mr. Pace, teachers Ms. Schmidt

and Mr. Leahy, and social worker Ms. Medina, who discussed best practices to achieve success. Important topics included social media safety and proper cellphone usage, as well as the reminder that staff members are always available to talk about issues. The assembly left eighth graders with confidence to tackle their final year as middle schoolers.

“If you have something to talk about, we’re there,” Mr. Pace told students.

Photos courtesy of Levittown Public Schools

Hicksville Water District Chairman William Schuckmann (center); Commissioner Karl Schweitzer (left of center); Commissioner Nicholas Brigandi (right of center); Superintendent Paul Granger (top right); Treasurer Vincent Abbatiello (far right); and District Clerk Jennifer Sbrocco (top left) were joined by Nassau County Legislator Rose Walker (front left), Chief of Staff for New York State Senator Jack Martins Paul Ehrlich, Town of Oyster Bay Councilman Steve Labriola, Nassau County Comptroller Elaine Phillips, State Assemblyman Jake Blumencranz, State Senator Steven Rhoads and Town of Oyster Bay Councilwoman Vicki Walsh in celebrating the opening of the District’s Plant 9 treatment facility.

The Hicksville Water District (HWD) opened its Plant 9 Treatment Facility with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on September 9. Many of the area’s elected officials and members of local civic associations were on hand to join in the festivities, which signified the implementation of yet another tool for the District to use in removing emerging contaminants from the community’s water.

“We are tremendously proud to announce the opening of Plant 9, which will prove to be a crucial piece of our infrastructure as we remove emerging contaminants from our drinking water,” said HWD Chairman William Schuckmann.

Eighth graders, who will move up to high school after this year, listened attentively.

“It is one of the biggest treatment facilities in our District, making this project one of the most important we have undergone in the last several years. It was a pleasure to celebrate the opening of such a significant achievement, which was made all the better by the fact that we were joined by so many of our elected officials whose advocacy helped make this a reality. We thank them for being there with us and for their service to our community.”

Joining HWD officials at the ribbon cutting were New York State Assemblyman Jake Blumencranz; State Senator Steven Rhoads; Nassau County Comptroller Elaine Phillips; Town of Oyster Bay Councilmembers Vicki Walsh and Steve

Labriola; Nassau County Legislator Rose Walker; and Paul Ehrlich, Chief of Staff for State Senator Jack Martins.

With Plant 9 operational, the HWD now has nine different wells online. The state-of-the-art facility is equipped with three Advanced Oxidation Process (AOP) systems and six Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) filters, all of which represent the most advanced and effective water treatment technology available.

Ever since New York State started regulating emerging contaminants in our water, the HWD has been proactive in installing treatment systems that ensure that residents’ drinking water remains as safe and high-quality as any water on Long Island. The since these efforts, the community’s drinking water has never exceeded the state’s strict standards.

The HWD also recently hosted a community meeting to educate residents on upcoming construction at the District’s Plant 6 treatment facility. The District sent out invitations to all residents who live within several blocks of the project site, as they are the ones most likely to be affected by the construction. A presentation was created to detail every aspect of the project to inform the community about the specifics of the work being done.

This Week at the Syosset Public Library

Friday, September 22, at 2:00 p.m.

Skyscrapers, Architecture & Art (IN-PERSON)

Presenter: Chris Vivas, artist & professor of Art History, Stony Brook University and St. Joseph’s College

Humankind has always wished to leave their mark on the land. It's been a long history of vanity projects and flexing of muscles from the Great Pyramids, the Eiffel Tower, Art Deco of the Empire State Building, the current tallest man-made structure the Burj Kalifa. This lecture will explore monumental achievements in architecture and ponder where it will go in the future. No registration needed.

Tuesday, September 26, at 2:00 p.m.

Afternoon Book Discussion (IN-PERSON)

Join Jackie Ranaldo, Head of Readers’ Services, for a Book Discussion of “The Island of Missing Trees” by Elif Shafak. No registration needed.

Tuesday, September 26, at 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Shed the Meds (IN-PERSON)

Safely dispose of unwanted and expired medication. This will help keep potentially dangerous pharmaceuticals out of the hands of children and protect our groundwater and waterways.

Accepted items are: prescription patches, prescription medications, prescription ointments, over the counter medications, vitamins, sample medications and medications for pets.

Non-accepted items are: needles, sharps, aerosol cans, thermometers, ointments (liquid or lotion), hydrogen peroxide, inhalers, biohazardous waste and medication from businesses.

Sponsored by Nassau County Legislator, Arnold Drucker and made possible by the Nassau County Police Department 2nd Precinct.

Thursday, September 28, at 12:00 p.m.

#AskALibrarian (ON X (formerly known as Twitter)

Join librarians from Syosset Library and around the world on X (formerly known as Twitter) for #AskALibrarian to receive reading suggestions based on your requests. Must have an X account to participate. Read a great book? Need a read-alike? Looking for your next book club choice? Use #AskALibrarian in your post.

Thursday, September 28, at 2:00 p.m.

Tim Conway (In-Person)

Presenter: Ira Epstein, author and retired professor, La Guardia Community College

Tim Conway whose show business career spanned nearly 6 decades, provided generations of viewers with the gift of timeless laughter. While he appeared in film and television, he is most famously known as a sketch comedian on “The Carol Burnett Show”. He helped turn TV shows into classics by making everyone laugh. He won a Golden Globe Award, 6 Emmys and induction into the Comedy Hall of Fame. No registration needed.

Thursday, September 28, at 6:30 p.m.

Mediterranean Cooking Class (IN-PERSON)

Presenter: Naela Zeidan, Naela’s Mediterranean Market

Learn how to make vegan spinach triangles with sautéed onions, sumac and molasses. Za’atar oregano flatbread manakeesh with olive oil and sesame, hummus dip with tahini paste, and middle eastern salad then Baklava with filo dough, walnuts and simple syrup. Enjoy tasting at the end of demonstration.

Fee: $5. Registration required. To register, go to syossetlibrary.org.

Thursday, September 28, at 7:30 p.m.

True Crime Club: The Amityville Murders (VIRTUAL)

Join horror author Robert P. Ottone to learn about a brow-raising true crime case and share your true-crime theories with fellow aficionados! This month, we will be talking about the Amityville murders. Registration required. To register, go to syossetlibrary.org.

Friday, September 29, at 10:15 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.

Driver’s Safety Course (IN-PERSON)

For drivers of all ages. Completion entitles you to a NYS insurance discount and to a point reduction. Bring your NYS driver’s license and a pen. In-person registration ONLY. Fee: $30, check payable to “Empire Safety Council” Includes a 30-minute break for lunch. Registration required.

The Syosset Public Library is located at 225 South Oyster Bay Road. For more information please go to www.syossetlibrary.org

Free art demonstration

The Suburban Art League will be hosting a free art demonstration at Oyster Bay Historical Society on Friday, September 29, from 11 to 1. Robert Zeller

will demonstrate painting a portrait from a live model. Open to all. Please contact Suburbanartleague@gmail.com for info.

Catholic Daughters show appreciation to military

The Catholic Daughters of the Americas will be holding a special “Thank You Project” in support of members of the military who currently serve the country.

On September 30 and October 1 after all Masses at St. Ignatius Loyola church, the CDA will host tables at the priests' garage where you can write a quick note of support. The CDA will supply paper, cards, pens and markers. You may also drop off notes you have already prepared.

You may also drop off your cards at any time in the box located in the church or mail or drop them to the rectory office (St. Ignatius Loyola, 129 Broadway, Hicksville NY 11801). Please

mark them “Catholic Daughters Thank You Project”. Cards must be received by October 22.

Suggestions and other important guidelines:

• Address your card to “Dear Friend” or “Dear Service Member”

• Be positive! Write a note of encouragement or tell them of your hobbies or what life is like in your town.

• You do not need to sign your full name or provide an address.

• Please refrain from political statements or inappropriate topics or lengthy religions discussions.

• Please do not be holiday specific as cards will be sent throughout the year.

Car show to return to TOBAY Beach on Sept 24

Long Island’s largest and most premier car show experience returns to TOBAY Beach on Sunday, September 24, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. “Car Show Long Island” features hundreds of automobiles, trucks, military vehicles, and emergency service vehicles. A live concert performed by Vinyl Revival will take place during the day, followed by trophy presentations. The event is free for spectators.

Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino stated, “Whether you’re a proud classic car owner or you want to see the latest and greatest automobiles in the world, Car Show Long Island is the place to be! With a diverse range of vehicles showcased, car enthusiasts will have the opportunity to admire and interact with some of the most impressive cars around. This free family-fun event is a perfect way to spend the day, all with the beautiful backdrop of TOBAY Beach. Spectators can check out cool cars, vendors, exhibits and enjoy live music while surrounded by Long Island’s best classic, muscle, antique and exotic cars.”

Car Show Long Island’s 2023 TOBAY Beach Fall Classic features some of the hottest and most classic cars in the tristate region. While enjoying live music performed by Vinyl Revival and great eats from more than 15 food trucks, thousands of spectators are expected throughout the day to get up close and personal with Long Island’s best classic, muscle, antique and exotic cars. Trophies will be awarded in each class, and children will have a say when deeming which rides are their favorites in the Kids’ Choice Award. Car Show Long Island’s 2023 TOBAY Beach Fall Classic is made possible through the following presenting sponsors: Optimum, Signarama of Huntington and Whitey’s Tire Services of Brooklyn.

Classic Car enthusiasts and spectators can also grab a bite to eat from the food truck corral, and can also check out numerous vendors and displays. A rain date of October 1, 2023, has been arranged. For more information, visit www.carshowli.com, call (516) 797-4121 or e-mail carshowli@oysterbay-ny.gov.

35 SHS seniors named Natl. Merit Semifinalists

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“This is the largest number of semifinalists in our school’s history,” said Syosset High School Principal Dr. Giovanni Durante. “We are so proud of these students for their accomplishments both in the classroom and in our community.”

The Semifinalists have qualified to compete for 7,140 National Merit scholarships totaling nearly $28 million.

To advance as a finalist, the Semifinalist must have an outstanding academic record throughout high school, be endorsed and recommended by a high school official, write an essay and earn qualifying SAT/ ACT scores. Finalists will be announced in February 2024, with the National Merit Scholars to be named later in the spring.

JHS introduces unique business courses

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requires students to develop skills in critical thinking, problem solving, financial analysis, and legal comprehension. These skills are transferable to other areas of their academic and professional lives.”

Another Jericho Realtor, Michelle Zhao, of Berkshire Hathaway, said the introduction of real estate into the high

Jericho football is back after five year hiatus

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part of the team.

school curriculum is “an excellent way for young people to learn about real-world business and enter a potentially lucrative career right out of high school.”

The other new course offering, “Agriscience 1—Living Roots: The Science and Business of Food,” is an interdisciplinary course exploring the science, business and family and consumer science curriculum. It considers the growing of food and the impact of technology and culture on the process. The course embraces the growing, harvesting, marketing and impact of food on culture and a nation’s development.

It is a one credit course being offered to students in the ninth, tenth, eleventh, and twelfth grades.

Jericho Superintendent Hank Grishman said he believes the two courses are the first of their kind being offered in school districts on Long Island and perhaps throughout New York State.

to go on our own and start our own team,” said Mankowich. “We saw that there was a piqued interest from students and the numbers are good, with thirty-one for varsity and twenty-six for junior varsity. We are happy that the program is back.”

He said that the a new turf field was unveiled last year and that there are three to four night games planned for the upcoming season.

Brendan Lahti, head coach of the Jayhawks and physical education teacher, said he is excited for the future of the sport and the kids who will be

“The coaching staff has been working together all year, leading into the season, to experience the most success possible,” said Lahti. “We suffered a tough loss to a Long Beach team in week one, but we’re hungry to get back on the field this week and get after it.

He added that the student-athletes from ninth to twelfth grades “are the most invested in the program than I’ve seen in my eight years being at the high school.”

The Jayhawks have a difficult schedule in their first year back in Conference ll.

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They have upcoming games scheduled against MacArthur, Herricks Manhasset and Roslyn High Schools.

The team will be lead by senior quarterback Jack Person and playmakers Dhruv Modi and Leon He.

Mankowich said he realizes there will be bumps in the road fielding a new team after five-years, but the objective is to continue to build the program in The right direction.

“We have a good interest level from the kids and a great coaching staff, so we’re optimistic in the future growth of this program,” said Mankowich.

Upcoming Events at the Jericho Public Library

Friday, September 22

10:30 a.m.: Rock and Read (12 Months–4 Years) - This is a fun and fast paced preschool readiness program that includes music, movement, and fine and gross motor skills.

2:00 p.m.: VIRTUAL: Great Performers with Marc Courtade: Alan Alda: More than HawkeyeAn actor, director, screenwriter and comedian, Alan Alda has had success onstage, in film and television. He’s known for playing Hawkeye Pierce on “M*A*S*H.” He starred in the series and wrote and directed many episodes, winning five Emmys. His work on Broadway included dramas, comedies and musicals which earned him three Tony nominations. He has appeared in 36 films earning an Academy Award nomination for “The Aviator.” He has been married for over 60 years and is known for his charitable work and contributions to women’s rights causes. Join us for an entertaining look at the man and his career.

Saturday, September 23

1:00 p.m.: Author Talk & Book

Signing with Emma Zhou (Grades K & up with Families) - Emma was a 2nd grader in the Ratner-Robert Seaman Elementary School when she developed and illustrated her books. She began storytelling and drawing when she was only 4 years old. Her two books, “Magic Library” and “Chrystal and the Fairy,” are imaginary stories. “Magic Library” tells about the main character and her favorite pet. “Chrystal and the Fairy” is about a girl who helps others. Emma wrote the second story after she had a very pleasant play date with her good friend Chrystal in real life. Emma may just be an inspiration to us all!

Tuesday, September 26

2:00 p.m.: IN-PERSON: News

Currents with Elinor Haber - Join Elinor to participate in an informal exchange about topics of the day — the international, national and local scene. We’ll focus on trends that affect us now and in the future. Bring your thoughts, issues and a friend to join in the discussion.

7:00 p.m.: Teens: College Essay with C2 Education - Learn how to write a college essay that will set your appli-

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cation apart from the rest. The College Essay is the only time you get to speak directly to the admissions counselor -make it count! This workshop describes the importance of the essay(s), and how to make sure yours is unique.

Wednesday, September 27

10:30 a.m.: Art Adventures (Ages 2½–5 with a Parent or Caregiver)Use your creativity and art to bring a story to life. Try different mediums and make a craft that relates to the story. Dress for a mess!

2:00 p.m.: VIRTUAL: Art Lecture: Diversity and Controversy in WPA Murals with Sylvia Laudien-MeoDuring FDRs presidency, under the auspices of the WPA/FAP, thousands of murals were commissioned nationwide for federal buildings, most famously post offices and hospitals. While each project was carefully reviewed by an official jury to assure its appropriateness for a public space, our contemporary perspective is different and many murals reflect systemic racism or an unacceptable expression of white supremacy. On the other hand, the WPA also commissioned leading African American artists like Aaron Douglas, Vertis Hayes, Georgette Seabrook and Charles Alston, especially in Harlem. Art in public spaces is powerful and this discussion is still relevant today.

6:30 p.m.: VIRTUAL: Free Creative Writing Workshop - Do you like to write but don’t know where to begin? You can write on any topic and genre. It can be a short story, poetry, fairy tale, a reflective memoir, fiction or non-fiction. There are no limitations. Through both writing and reading we hope you will be inspired!

7:00 p.m.: IN-PERSON: Estate, Charitable and Legacy Planning Strategies with Daniel Treacy, Equitable Advisors - Preparing for the inevitable is tough. The “Share Your Love” seminar will provide you a road map to ensure a smooth transition for your family when the time comes. We will discuss the steps to get your affairs in order, important documents, and strategies to minimize taxes and maximize legacy. To receive a copy of the “Share Your Love” booklet you must register for this program.

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Dr. Stacey Schwartz was recently announced as the School Psychologist of the year by the New York Association of School Psychologists.

Dr. Schwartz was nominated by Jackson Principal Dr. Alex Rivera. “Dr. Schwartz is truly deserving of this honor, not just for all of her accomplishments listed in my nomination letter, but most importantly,

for what is in her heart,” said Dr. Rivera. “She definitely wears it on her sleeve. She is willing to go the extra mile to make others feel happy and appreciated (including being slimed by students!”

This award recognizes excellence in the provision of school psychological services by a field-based practitioner.

Internationally recognized pianist to play in Syosset

Internationally recognized pianist Alejandro Picó-Leonís is returning to Syosset on Friday, September 29, to give a recital at the Community Church, where he began his professional music career twenty-five years ago as music director. He will be performing works by Schubert, Mendelssohn, and Turina.

The public is invited to the recital, which is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. There is no admission charge (a free-will offering is suggested). Entrance to the church is on Church Street in Syosset, between Berry Hill and Split Rock Roads.

In addition to his work as director

of music, organist and choir director at St. Kevin’s Church in Vienna, Austria, Mr. Pico-Leonis has appeared as a soloist and chamber musician on important international stages, including Carnegie Hall and Merkin Hall in New York, and in Heidelberg, Madrid, Munich, New Delhi, and Prague. He has given masterclasses at the University of Vienna, has been lecturer-collaborative pianist at the Wiener Meisterkurse and the European Music Institute in Vienna, and has recorded chamber and solo CDs for Oehms Classics, Odradek Records, and Rondeau Productions.

Pictured (left to right) congratulating Dr. Stacey Schwartz are Dr. Mindy Cassano, behaviorist; Lisa Hakes, speech language pathologist; Shannon Murray, curriculum associate for pupil personnel services K–5; Dr. Alex Rivera, principal; Dr. Stacey Schwartz; Kim Conger, director of pupil personnel services; and Dr. Ivy Sherman, assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction. Photo by Denise Nash

Children’s Snapper Derby coming to Oyster Bay

The Town of Oyster Bay invites residents to attend the Town’s first Snapper Derby to be featured at the famed Bluefish Tournament on Sunday, October 1, at Theodore Roosevelt Park in Oyster Bay.

“This fun family event is open to youngsters ages 14 and under with fun prizes and awards for winners, as well as giveaways for all participants,” said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “This fun event provides a great opportunity to introduce children to the wonderful recreational sport of fishing.”

The Snapper Derby takes place during between the hours of 9 a.m. and 2 p.m., during the Town’s Bluefish Tournament, at Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park by the fishing pier. There is a $10 registration entry for residents and $15 for non-residents. Participants are invited to bring their

own equipment, including poles and bait, as supplies are limited. Children will be placed into two age groups, ages 7 and under and 8–14. Winners will be based on number of snappers caught — catch and release only — with awards and prizes being given out for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place for each age group.

“We are thrilled to bring this fun event to Theodore Roosevelt Park and invite all youngsters to sign up to participate,” said Town Councilwoman Laura Maier. “There will be free refreshments, shirts and raffles for all participants, as well as awards and prizes for top winners.”

For more information on registration, residents can contact the Town’s Recreation Office at (516) 797-7945. Registration is now open on the Town’s website, at www.oysterbaytown.com/ portal.

“Put Bullying on Ice” at Town Skating Center

In recognition of National Bullying Prevention Month, the Town of Oyster Bay will be holding a “Put Bullying on Ice” Awareness Day. The event will take place at the Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating Center in Bethpage on Saturday, October 7, from 2:45 p.m. — 5:45 p.m.p during the public skate session. Free admission and skate rentals are offered for all students and families who reside in the Town of Oyster Bay. The concessionaire at the Ice Skating Center will offer a 25% discount for all purchases.

Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino stated, “The Town of Oyster Bay is proud to raise awareness and enhance dialogue among children about the dangers associated with bullying while recognizing the need for educa-

tion and commitment to prevent this type of behavior. Together, we will Put Bullying on Ice and strengthen the bonds of our community.”

“Together as a community, we will unite for acceptance while pledging to create a kinder world without bullying,” added Town Councilwoman Vicki Walsh. “When we stand together, no one stands alone. That’s why the Town of Oyster Bay, Long Island Coalition Against Bullying, Long Island Crisis Center, New York Islanders and the Take Me Out to the Ballgame Foundation are partnering to put bullying on ice.”

For more information about this “Put Bullying on Ice” Awareness Day, please contact the Town of Oyster Bay Parks Department at (516) 797-4121.

September 22, 2023

New Brunswick Roadtrip: Fundy Trail Parkway, Fundy National Park, Cape Enrage

BY KAREN RUBIN WITH DAVE E. LEIBERMAN, LAINI MIRANDA & ERIC LEIBERMAN TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE WWW.GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM

We set out from Saint John for the 45-minute drive from Saint John to St. Martins. St. Martins, a quaint and charming little village on the Bay of Fundy, is a slowpaced and picturesque community known for sea cliffs, sea caves, two covered bridges and rugged natural beauty. The coastline that starts in St. Martins is one of the last areas of pure coastal wilderness on the eastern seaboard of North America.

We are scheduled for a 2 ½ hour sea kayaking tour with Bay of Fundy Adventures (415 Main Street in St. Martins, 506-833-2231, bayoffundyadventures.com) and excited to paddle out of this quaint fishing harbor down the rugged coastline next to sea cliffs and sea caves through two UNESCO World Heritage Sites– the Fundy Biosphere Reserve and the Stonehammer UNESCO Global Geopark. Alas, the company has to cancel because of wind and waves are too great (but we have another sea kayaking experience scheduled, at Hopewell Rocks). We hang out awhile in a small coffee place where some of the “People of the Tides” have also gathered for their morning coffee.

We walk the beach, already seeing how the tide flows in so swiftly – not tsunami-like as you might expect before actually seeing it – but pretty much swamping the trail before you realize it.

We set out on the Fundy Trail

Parkway, a slow cliffside drive, from gate to gate, that offers numerous beautiful views of the Bay of Fundy and its long, rocky coastline (great for biking). All along this magnificent route there are delightful pull-ins, lookouts, picnic areas, rest areas, hiking trails. We pack a picnic lunch with us (no restaurants on the Fundy Trail Parkway),

The Fundy Trail Parkway, 19-miles long from gate to gate, is a coastal, multi-use park with has five beaches, four waterfalls, 22 miles of hiking trails, 21 scenic lookouts and 16 observation decks.

Traveling from west to east: we stop often to take in the views (there is so much to see and do, thankfully, Neil Hodges at New

Brunswick Tourism has given us a list of recommendations): Fox Rock Lookout and Melvin Beach Lookout. We stop to really enjoy Fuller Falls (not to be missed) - this is a gorgeous waterfall that you reach by walking down a cable ladder to a lower deck for the best eye-level view, where David, Laini and Eric are inspired to do yoga.

We continue on to Pangburn Beach Lookout, Black Point Lookout, and drive in to see The Cookhouse (a lumberjack camp 100 years ago, the workers needed to eat 8,000 calories per day to do the job), but has not yet open for the season. There is also the Big Salmon River Interpretive Centre, where you learn about the logging and shipbuilding history of this once thriving community in the

1840s-early 1900s. (Also not yet open for the season when we visit).

From here, we go to Parking Lot 8 (P8) and take the five-minute walk along the river to the 84m Suspension Footbridge. It’s a great view there as you explore the banks of Big Salmon River (once a popular salmon fishing site, the salmon are now protected). From here, we can visit the lookouts at Long Beach and Tufts Plateau, and then continue on to Martin Head Lookout and Seeley Beach Lookout, stopping for our picnic lunch with a stunning view.

We take an easy 1.5-mile hike from the parking lot through the woods to a viewing platform to see Walton Glen Gorge, known as the Grand Canyon of New Brunswick, and the star attraction of the Fundy Trail Parkway. The Gorge is 1,000 feet across, 525 feet deep and 550 million years old, carved during the most recent Ice Age – you can see the path the glacier took to the sea as it melted, and see waterfalls coming down the rock face on the other side of the gorge.

It is astonishing to learn that The Fundy Trail Parkway actually was only completed in 2020, during the pandemic, after taking 25 years and $100 million to build. It is operated by a non-profit, The Fundy Trail Development Authority Inc., (admission is $11.50/A, $10/S, $6.50/518, $36/family, $40/up to 7 people. Open mid-May to mid-October).

Fundy Trail Parkway, 1-506833-2019 1-866-386-3987, info@ fundytrailparkway.com www. fundytrailparkway.com

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New Brunswick Roadtrip: Fundy Trail Parkway, Fundy National Park, Cape Enrage

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Leaving the parking lot at Walton Glen Gorge, we follow the sign that says Sussex and five minutes later exit the Fundy Trail Parkway. A little further ahead, we turn right at the sign to Alma and then follow this road which takes us on a scenic 45-minute drive through Fundy National Park to Alma, where we will have two-nights stay at the Parkland Village Inn in Alma (8601 Main Street, 506-887-2313).

We immediately get to taste Alma – lobster rolls and the best, freshest mussels ever at the Alma Lobster Shop (36 Shore Lane); a delightful dinner at Tipsy Tales Restaurant (8607 Main Street), and the hip ambiance of Holy Whale Brewery/ Buddha Bear Coffee Roasters, housed in a former church.

Cape Enrage

We set out in the morning to drive 20 minutes along a lovely coastal country road to Cape Enrage, an iconic destination with a historic lighthouse on the Bay of Fundy where you can best appreciate the coastline. Wherever we go along the Bay of Fundy, we have to be mindful of the time, because the tides determine what we can see and do.

We arrive at Cape Enrage, at 9:30 am. This place is famous for its historic lighthouse, which was supposed to be knocked down and replaced by a metal pole. Dennis Tate, a local high school physics teacher (the son of a lighthouse keeper who used to visit by boat as a boy), was so upset, he raised funds to take over the lighthouse, restore it, and turn Cape Enrage into an “interpretive center.”  I would call it an adventure center, because it offers truly special

experiences: taking a fossil tour on its rocky beach, ziplining, and rappelling down its 140-foot high cliffs back down to the beach.

We start our visit on the rocky beach with two geology students who are interning here, who show us a literal field of fossils – plant, insect, tree fossils 320 million years old.

It is astonishing how plentiful the fossils are, just about everywhere we walk we spot one. It’s why Cape Enrage is one of the sites within the UNESCOdesignated Fundy Biosphere Reserve (www.fundy-biosphere.ca). We find fossils of vascular plants that pre-dated trees even before dinosaurs. “There wasn’t grass when dinosaurs lived, grass is relatively recent, our guide, Evelyn, a second-year geology student, tells us. “The rocks on cliffs erode and fall away, like a turning page in book, exposing fossils,” she tells us.  (This beach fossil tour is included in the admission price, but a more in-depth, two-hour fossil tour on a nearby beach is also available).

The activities depend on tide and weather – we have to wait for a lightning storm to pass before Eric and David get to do ziplining. Then we have to wait for the tide to pull back from the 140-ft. high cliffs before we can rappel.

It is stunning to walk back toward the beach we had just been walking on, to see it submerged.

We wait out the weather enjoying a delightful early lunch in the Cape House Restaurant that overlooks the Bay.

Next up: rappelling off 140-foot high cliffs back down to the beach. Our experience starts with training in how to rappel. We are in the hands of gentle, masterful guides, and I am really surprised at how calm I am about the whole thing.

This whole activity center was started in order to save the Cape Enrage Lighthouse. First built in 1838, replaced in 1870 and then again in 1902, when the wooden lighthouse was to be demolished, Dennis Tate and his wife, both school teachers, made a deal to take over the lighthouse.

The province owns the park, but Cape Enrage is operated by a nonprofit, Cape Enrage Interpretive Center Inc., and employs 12 paid student interns and volunteers. Jim Campbell (who retired from managing a trucking company), became general manager in 2020.

Admission to Cape Enrage is $7.50A, $25/family which includes the guided fossil tour on the beach. You can buy separate tickets for one hour of ziplining (3 runs per person, $53.90, single run, $26.95), and two hours of rappelling (which can be three or four times plus the training, $99.95), or combination tickets that bundle zipline and rappel ($139.95). In addition, there is a separate two-hour fossil tour, Logjam, along a different beach ($19.50) (Prices in Canadian dollars).

Cape Enrage, 888-423-5454, www. capeenrange.ca

Fundy National Park

Back in Alma, we go to explore Fundy National Park. This beautiful area has 25 waterfalls, 25 hiking trails, the world’s oldest red spruce tree (400 years old), campgrounds, rivers, lakes. The park, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, is part of the Fundy Biosphere Reserve -- an area of 1,062,553 acres that is protected by UNESCO. (https://parks.canada.ca/ pn-np/nb/fundy).)

Fundy National Park is huge and it would take a few days to really see it. We get a small taste of it this afternoon:

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My Favorite Kitchen Money Savers

BY MARY HUNT

I’m crazy about gadgets, everything from quirky can openers to smartphones. Hand me a Swiss Army knife and I’m in heaven -- the more blades and utensils the better.

Today I want to tell you about four gadgets for the kitchen that I consider wise investments -- money savers!

All are inexpensive enough to pay for themselves in a short period of time -- and then to continue paying off in food savings, which is saying a lot, as food costs continue to soar.

Vacuum Sealer

I’ve depended on a vacuum sealer in my kitchen for so many years that I cannot imagine getting along without it. Now and then I get lazy, and then I get an immediate jolt that reminds me why I do this.

Take strawberries. Placed in the refrigerator in their original container, strawberries often start to show mold in just a couple of days. If I put them into a container and vacuum out all of the air, they will last for at least two weeks in the refrigerator, remaining as fresh as the day I bought them.

My FoodsSaver gets a workout every

Driving along Point Wolfe Road bring us to the picturesque Point Wolfe Covered Bridge. “There are 141 covered bridges in Canada and 58 of them are in New Brunswick. Covered bridges are part of our historical and cultural identity. We refer to them as Kissing Bridges because back in the days of horse and wagon young couples would stop in the middle of the bridge to kiss in privacy,” Neil Hodges of New Brunswick Tourism said.

Just a five minute drive back toward Alma from the bridge we pull into a parking area for one of the true mustsee, must-do highlights: Dickson Falls, the most photographed waterfalls in Fundy National Park. It’s an onehour enchanting walk on an easy trail through the lush forest, then on across a wooden boardwalk and bridges along a gurgling brook.

For our second night in Alma, we thoroughly enjoy The Alma Boathouse (8588 Main Street), which stays open for us.

Fundy National Park, the Fundy Parkway Trail, Cape Enrage and Hopewell Rocks are all located within the UNESCO-designated Fundy Biosphere Reserve (www.fundy-biosphere.ca).

Travel planning assistance from Tourism New Brunswick, 800-561-0123, www.tourismnewbrunswick.ca.

Next: New Brunswick Roadtrip: Hopewell Rocks

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day. Depending on the type of food, I use FoodSaver containers and canisters, plastic bags and canning jars to seal food items (this requires the jar sealer accessory).

I vacuum seal raw rice, sugar, spices, meat, baked goods (I freeze them first so the vacuum doesn’t crush them), fresh fruits and vegetables.

I even vacuum seal silver flatware to keep it from tarnishing. I vacuum sealed my birth certificate and my Social Security card.

A vacuum sealer, when used diligently, will extend the shelf life of every type of

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Oh, the wonders of large families

BY CLAIRE LYNCH

I’ve spent many hours over the years debating the benefits of being from a big family or being an only child. This subject came up because one of my cousins, Elaina, is an only child. She said she was always jealous because I have five brothers and sisters to talk to and watch movies with as well as my mother and father. Elaina and I would get talking about everything under the sun because as a kid I spent many summers staying overnight at her house in Westchester County. Plus we took lots of vacations together since we’re about the same age.

I said sometimes having five brothers and sisters is beneficial and sometimes it has its drawbacks. One example I told Elaina is the fact that as #5 of the six Lynch kids that meant sometimes I tended to get lost in the shuffle which could be a good or bad thing. Sometimes I liked the status quo meaning a typical day was fine with me and I definitely didn’t want the spotlight shining on me. Being the center of attention never has been my idea of fun.

I wasn’t the oldest child so I didn’t have to be the leader nor was I the youngest child so I wasn’t the baby of the family. My personality really wasn’t baby of the family material. I like being self reliant and if I had any sort of question I often asked my older sister, Michelle. Three years older, she usually knew what was coming down the pike whether it was regarding school such as, I am getting a new homeroom teacher, have you had her before? Or is anyone in the neighborhood going to the beach today? Or maybe to the pool?

My younger sister, Susan, had my dad wrapped around her little finger so when she asked for something big such as a new bicycle or a new TV for her bedroom, he would usually give

in. It didn’t take too much persuading for Susan to get what she wanted. She didn’t have to wonder what he would say although my mom also had a say in the decision but as #5 I always wondered how my requests and new ideas would go over.

My friend, Hannah, and I met one time at a church social and quickly became friends. As we chatted, she and I laughed when I told her about Susan being spoiled by my dad. Hannah got a kick out of it because she was the youngest of five kids and sometimes she would ask her father for a present for her birthday or Christmas that she knew was a bit over the top. She knew her family’s budget was tight with five kids but if she wanted a new present, she figured it was always worth a try.

Born in Connecticut, Hannah’s family moved all over the country and overseas which was such a different experience from my childhood in Rockville Centre. She and her siblings lived in Japan when they were growing up because her father was a captain in the U.S. Navy. Being part of a military family meant they moved often and it meant she and the other kids had to adapt. It gave Hannah and her four siblings a chance to live in different cities and learn about different customs and cultures.

She found it all very interesting and as an adult, she has a real appreciation for the people she met and for what she learned. Hannah ended up graduating from high school in northern Virginia and she went on to college. She became a marketing manager and I was a public relations manager in NYC for many years so we had lots of stories to tell each other. Inevitably we got back to the topic of our large families and that always cracked us up.

Growing up in Rockville Centre in the 1960s and 70s was an experience. Half of my friends went to the public

schools and the other half went to St. Agnes. It wasn’t unusual at that time for families to be large - seven or eight kids in a family was pretty common.

I knew two different families that had nine kids. Hearing that made me wonder if I would really get lost in the shuffle. I was used to coming from a large family since there are six of us but as it was, I had to rattle off our names from the top: Peter, Greg, Phil, Michelle, Claire and Susan. It was a lot to remember. If I rattled them off I wouldn’t forget one of them. Watching “The Sound of Music” taught me that trick - Captain von Trapp would ask his seven kids to line up: Liesl, Friedrich, Louisa, Kurt, Brigitta, Marta and Gretl. My friend, Mark, is one of six kids and he says one time the family was going on a summer vacation in their station wagon. His parents had packed the car and checked everything (they thought). Driving west on Sunrise Hwy. into Queens his dad asked his son, Will,

a question and when he didn’t answer his mother shouted, “Oh, no! Don’t tell me we left him at home!”

As quickly as he could Mark’s father reversed course and picked up Will who was standing on the driveway with his suitcase in hand. He wondered where everyone had gone and Mark said it was pretty funny - like the “Home Alone” movie with Macaulay Culkin.

I never had to fend for myself like Macaulay Culkin did nor did I get into all those escapades. Neither did Hannah but she and I could relate to the many different things that go on in large families. Just when your parents and you think the routine is very smooth and organized something goes awry and that’s what keeps things interesting.

I love coming from a large family and wouldn’t trade them for the world.

BY TOM MARGENAU

Q: I know you’ve written columns about how to handle Social Security affairs after someone dies. In fact, I had clipped one of those columns and saved it. But now I can’t find it. Sadly, my husband, who is in hospice care, isn’t expected to live long. Could you possibly send me a copy of that column? (And just so you know, we are both in our 80s. We each get our own Social Security. But my husband’s benefit is more than mine.)

A: I’m sorry to hear about your husband. I’m going to update that column, with your situation in mind, and run it again. (And I’m also emailing you a copy of this updated column.) And I don’t mind repeating the information from that column because I get emails every week from people asking what to do when a spouse or relative dies.

The first issue I will cover is what to do with the final Social Security check for the deceased. And to do so, I must start out making three points. First, Social Security checks are paid one month behind. So, for example, the check you get in September is the benefit payment for August.

Second, the law says you must be alive for an entire month to get a Social Security check for that month.

And third, Social Security benefits have never been prorated. People don’t like this rule because the Social Security check for the month of death must be returned. For example, if your husband dies on Sept. 28, you would not be due the proceeds of that September Social Security check (normally paid in October) even though he was alive for 28 days of the month.

But there is a flip side to this lack of proration rule. If your husband did die on Sept. 28, you would be due widow’s benefits for the whole month of September, even though you were a widow for only three days of the month.

And as I’ve explained many times in my column, the lack of proration can help out when someone first starts getting Social Security. For example, if your husband took benefits at age 66 and he turned 66 on April 30 of some past year, he would have received a check for the whole month of April even though he was 66 for only one day of the month.

So, to repeat, when your husband dies, the Social Security check for the month of death must be returned. But that’s only if you get the check in the first place.

I added that qualifier because there is a very good chance the check won’t even show up in your bank account. As you maybe have heard, there are all kinds of computer-matching operations that go on between various government agencies and banks. So, if the Treasury Department learns of a person’s death in time, they won’t even issue the Social

What to Do When Someone Dies

Security benefit. Or, if the check was issued, the bank will likely intercept the payment and return it to the government before it even hits your checking account. In other words, you usually don’t have to worry about returning any Social Security checks. It’s almost always done for you.

There can be a little twist to this scenario, though. For example, let’s say that your husband dies on Oct. 2. And let’s further say that his Social Security check was normally sent to him on the third of each month. In other words, your husband died just before his Social Security check was deposited into his bank account. Because he was alive the whole month of September, that means he was due the money from that September check. And now you, as his widow, are due that money. Sometimes bank officials will sort of just wink at you and let you keep the proceeds of that last Social Security check. But if they follow the letter of the law, that September Social Security benefit (paid on Oct. 3) would have to be returned to the Social Security Administration. Then it will be reissued to you in your name. (There is a form that needs to be filled out to get that to happen. You’d have to talk to an SSA rep about that.)

So far, I’ve been talking about dealing with the last Social Security check that was sent to your husband. Now let’s talk about getting any Social Security widow’s benefits that will be due. Because you said his benefit is more than yours, after he dies, your benefit will be bumped up to whatever he was getting at the time of death. For example, if he was getting $2,800 per month and you are getting $2,100, after he dies, you will start getting $700 in widow’s benefits to take your total benefits up to his $2,800 level.

You will have to contact the SSA at 800-772-1213 to set up an appointment to file a widow’s claim. (For reasons too complicated to explain in this column, widow’s claims must be filed in person.) At the same time, you will file a claim for that measly little one-time death benefit of $255. (I’ve written past columns about why that so-called death benefit is so small.) You will probably need to provide two bits of documentation: a copy of your marriage papers and a death certificate.

There may be some women reading this column who are not getting their own Social Security, but instead are getting only spousal benefits on their husband’s account. If that is you, when your husband dies, no widow’s application is required. You would simply notify the SSA that your husband died, and they just push few buttons to automatically switch you from wife’s benefits to widow’s benefits. As part of the process, you may have to provide a copy of the death certificate. I say “may have to provide” because there is a chance the SSA will

already have some proof of death in their files. And you don’t need to provide a marriage certificate because you already did that back when you filed for spousal benefits.

If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has two books with all the answers. One is called “Social Secu-

rity -- 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.

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DIY (Doing It Yourself) can save you money

BY PHILIP A. RAICES

There are those who purchased their home recently or years ago. Now that repairs have to be addressed, the cost of doing them has increased drastically, especially over the last few years. Not everyone has the money to be able to accomplish these things. Trying to take on these tasks, like a leaky faucet, changing a lock, or electrical issues may be simple for some but for others hiring a professional may be the only course one can pursue.

However, learning how to do small tasks, may be as simple as just going on YouTube.com and searching for topics about exactly what has to be done. There are a multitude of instructive videos that will walk you through the simplest repairs to those that require much more knowledge and skill to undertake to master the job to be done. Most who are employed full-time do not have the time except after hours to learn how to do repairs. The big box stores do offer free after-hour classes to be able to provide you with the necessary instruction, guidance, and information to learn the “how to” from plumbing, gardening, woodworking, and other money-saving jobs.

When it comes to doing electrical work, it is not something that I suggest that you do on your own. However, if you have a friend or family member who is licensed and in the business, then you might be able to work out

a situation that will get the job done while saving money. Plumbers and electricians can cost from $125 to over $200 per hour plus parts and materials. Just changing an outlet can get you electrocuted, so it’s better to be safe than sorry.

I believe the simplest thing to learn is how to add the proper plants and shrubbery to your landscape. Again, there are many videos online or class instruction after hours in the large box stores to be able to convey to you the necessary information for you to learn the how-to-do-it methods. Obviously, they offer these classes so that you will purchase your materials through their stores.

Trying to undertake a much larger project of renovating a bathroom or kitchen will be entirely different. What budget will you have to get the work done? Creating a plan and deciding what materials you will need. Will you be expanding the room to add more square footage? What effect and impact on your real estate taxes will there be? You will need to know what permits are required, demolition, plumbing, electrical and installation of appliances, etc. You will surely need the assistance of someone who has the complete

knowledge and experience and has the tried and true track record of completing numerous renovations, to be sure that your work will be done properly and within a reasonable amount of time. Asking for referrals for contractors is also an avenue to pursue, but do your homework and make sure that you are hiring a licensed and insured contractor. If you are fortunate enough to have contractors within your family or friends who are licensed to do the work and to be sure, have the expertise to assist you. Being able to cut corners in an efficient manner to save money is understandable, but getting things done by the book and by local codes will go a long way when it eventually comes to selling. The last thing you need is a headache to find out that the work that was completed was not done properly and have a serious delay in your closing or worse your buyer backs out.

When you have your inspection prior to going to the contract, you should know what major and minor issues there may be with the home that you are purchasing. I would say one should be more concerned with costly problems and not worry as much about the small issues, as there are probably

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others that want the house almost as much as you, and why lose the sale over things that you could probably fix yourself? That is why DIY is becoming more and more popular. According to the Farnsworth Group which does market research on DIY trends for manufacturers and suppliers, about 73% of Millennials are DIYers; more than homeowners who are GenX, and baby boomers. However, GenZs are also coming on board and will continue over the next 3-5 years. Going to farnsworthgroup.com will provide very valuable statistics on DIY trends as well as comfyliving.net. TikTok using the tag#homediyproject had 172.5 million views back in April 2022, ( Surely more in 2023) with videos fetching 1000s of likes and comments, while on Instagram, YouTube, and Pinterest, where there’s a humongous amount of handy hints, tips and tutorials demonstrating just how accessible DIY can be. So, are you ready to learn the “how to” and save money?

Philip A. Raices is the owner/Broker of Turn Key Real Estate at 3 Grace Ave Suite 180 in Great Neck. For a free 15-minute consultation, value analysis of your home, or to answer any of your questions or concerns he can be reached by cell: (516) 647-4289 or by email: Phil@ TurnKeyRealEstate.Com or via https:// WWW.Li-RealEstate.Com

My Favorite Kitchen Money Savers

to a friend who could use it and replaced it with a Blendtec Total Classic Original Blender.

food imaginable. That means your garbage disposal and trash can will cease to be the best-fed members of your household!

Blender

I am more convinced than ever that healthy eating is one of the most cost-effective things we can do to reduce health care costs. That’s why I thought we needed a powerful juicer to make healthy smoothies every morning. So I purchased a highly rated juicer -- and used it exactly two times before it became a dust collector and space occupier.

Cleaning the thing was so difficult and time-consuming it became more of a problem than a solution. Whoops.

Another problem? Juicers don’t make smoothies! Powerful professional-grade blenders do.

So, six years ago, I donated the juicer

Dehydrator

No one was more surprised than me by what a terrific money saver a dehydrator can be. Of course, you have to actually use it. But when you do, you’ll be quite amazed.

The cost of dehydrating your own food is a fraction of the cost of commercially dehydrated foods, and with no additives or preservatives.

If dehydrating is something you’ll actually do, my pick for Best Inexpensive food dehydrator is the NESCO Snackmaster Pro Food Dehydrator Model FD-75A. This food dehydrator is compact and comes with five trays but is expandable to 12. It’s powerful enough to be super useful but small enough to allow for easy storage. Now you can dry fruit, vegetables and jerky in hours instead of days.

Food Slicer

I’ve been using my new electric food slicer for about six months, and oh, boy, what a lovely item it is. I’ve pretty much used it every day since I pulled it out of the box. I know what you’re thinking: Why?!

I would have asked the same thing before I did a little cost evaluation. At our home, we eat a lot of deli-style turkey -$6.59 per pound at my local Costco. The same brand roast turkey breast unsliced is $3.99 per pound. The exact same thing!

I discovered the same price difference for cheese with sliced versus bulk. In calculating how often I purchase these items, it didn’t take long to see that slicing at home would pay off big in lower costs.

I looked at a multitude of food slicers, from manual to electric. After much consideration (and slicing), the Chef’sChoice brand is my pick for Best Inexpensive.

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 “Debt-Proof Living.”

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BY CHARLYN FARGO

We know that what we eat matters. The right foods can also help promote a healthy pregnancy. That’s because proper nutrition has a key role in the healthy development of a fetus.

Folic acid, for example, is important to help prevent abnormal development of the spine and brain. Because of that, many foods are now fortified with folic acid because it’s needed in the early stages of a fetus’ life, often before a woman even knows she’s pregnant. Folic acid is the synthetic form of folate found in fortified foods and supplements. Food sources include fortified cereal, spinach, beans, asparagus, oranges and peanuts.

Calcium and vitamin D are other important nutrients for normal development of the skeletal system in the mother and developing fetus. Sources of calcium include milk, yogurt, cheese, fortified cereal or orange juice, salmon, spinach, broccoli and kale. Vitamin D regulates the amount of calcium and phosphate in the body, needed for healthy bones and teeth. Sources include fatty fish, eggs and milk and juices fortified with vitamin D. The body also makes vitamin D when exposed to sunlight.

Many pregnant women are often short in iron and become anemic. Iron is used to

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make hemoglobin in red blood cells to carry oxygen to various tissues. A pregnant woman needs twice the amount of iron as a nonpregnant woman because her body needs to make more blood to supply the baby with oxygen. Good sources include fortified cereal, beef, poultry, spinach and beans.

There are also foods to avoid when pregnant -- alcohol; caffeine; certain fish high in mercury; deli items which may contain listeria bacteria that can cause premature birth; and raw foods, such as raw eggs, sprouts, meat, seafood and unpasteurized dairy, which also pose a risk for foodborne illness.

And for all of us -- pregnant or not -- it’s best to choose a diet that includes whole grains, fruits, vegetables, dairy and lean protein.

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Q: What are polyphenols?

Polyphenols are compounds found in plant foods, including fruits and vegetables, herbs, spices, dark chocolate, tea and wine. There are more than 8,000 types of polyphenols, broken down into four types: phenolic acids found in whole grains and seeds, flavonoids found in onions and apples, polyphenolic amides found in chili peppers and oats, and other types found in flax and whole grains.

Polyphenols are antioxidants and may help neutralize free radicals that cold be harmful to cells and increase the risk of heart disease and diabetes .

RECIPE

In the Midwest, there are signs that fall is near. Crops are being harvested, temperatures are dropping and grocery stores are bringing out fall produce. Here’s a recipe for Ginger Apple Butternut Squash Soup, certain to put you in the mood for football and a bonfire.

GINGER APPLE BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP

Servings: 6

1 tablespoon refined coconut oil

3 cups cubed butternut squash

2 cups chopped carrots

2 medium Granny Smith apples, cored and chopped

1 cup chopped yellow onion

1 tablespoon minced garlic

3 cups vegetable broth

1 tablespoon ginger paste

1 tablespoon red curry paste

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 teaspoon ground cumin

Garnish: Coconut cream; sweet Thai chili-flavored almonds, chopped; Granny Smith apples, cut in matchsticks; cilantro; black pepper

A Letter to My Leggings

BY TRACY BECKERMAN

Dear Leggings, I think we need to talk. There was a time when you always had my back... or, at least, my backside. You made me look darn good in boots and in sneakers, at the gym and on the street. You stuck by me through college, through babies, and after babies, which was infinitely worse, and never let so much as a muffin top come between us. I always knew I could count on you to hold up your end, or rather, my end, and keep things looking good back there. We were a great team.

But lately, you haven’t really been there for me. Ever since I hit a certain age, it seems like you’ve been somewhat less supportive. I’ve noticed there have

been times when I bend over and you take a dive, or suddenly become seethrough, or simply sag in the seat. You used to make me look awesome. Now it seems as if you’ve given up the cause. Was it something I said? Was it the Mom Jeans I bought? It was an impulse purchase, I swear.

I know we’ve spent less time together lately. Back in the day I had many versions of you -- stirrups, capris, bike shorts... Lycra, cotton, Spandex... black, blue and racing-striped. I’ve dropped a bundle at Bloomies and pledged my allegiance to Lululemon. But over the years I guess I’ve scaled back on my lust for leggings, opting instead to follow the fickle fashion trends of cargo pants and high-rise jeans. I even traded in leggings for jeggings, the ugly stepsister

of leggings and jeans. It wasn’t you... it was me. Gravity took over my midlife body and suddenly those parts that used to look good in leggings were now rebelling in unfortunate ways. Chubby thighs in tights on a toddler is cute. On a middle-aged mom? Not so much.

I’m not sure exactly when the tide began to turn for us. Perhaps it was after my second child when I started pairing my leggings with Uggs and a bathrobe to drive to the grocery store. Or maybe it was later, when my first kid went off to college and I got depressed and wore the same leggings for a week while I ate Doritos on my sofa and binge-watched Netflix. I know none of this was your fault. But I expected you to stick with me through the tough times, not turn your back on me when

In 5-quart Dutch oven, melt coconut oil over medium-high heat. Add squash, carrots, apples, onion and garlic. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes or until onion is softened, stirring occasionally. Add broth to vegetable mixture. Bring to boil; then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 30 to 35 minutes or until squash and carrots are tender. Stir in ginger paste, curry paste, smoked paprika and cumin. Using immersion blender, blend mixture for 2 to 3 minutes until smooth. To serve, ladle soup into serving bowls. Drizzle with coconut cream, garnish with apple matchsticks, almonds, cilantro and black pepper, if desired.

Per serving: 140 calories, 2 g protein, 27 g carbohydrates, 3 g fat (2 g saturated), 5 g fiber, 12 g sugar (1g added), 540 mg sodium.

(Recipe from Hy-Vee’s Seasons magazine)

Charlyn Fargo is a registered dietitian with SIU School of Medicine in Springfield, Ill., 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 @Nutrition Rd.

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I needed you most, during menopause. Come on, leggings... We used to be so good together! Can we put aside our petty differences and come together for a mutually beneficial arrangement? I’ll keep you fashionably relevant, and you’ll keep me from looking lumpy in the trunk. It’s a win-win for both of us!

Thanks so much for considering.

Your partner in polyester, Tracy

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