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Friday, July 28, 2017

Vol. 77, No. 30

Village School players perform for local seniors, vets

“MUSIC UNDER THE STARS”

New Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino (fourth from left), Town Councilman Louis B. Imbroto (left) and Town Councilman Thomas P. Hand (right) recently attended the first performance of the “Music Under the Stars” summer concert series featuring Petty Rumours, a Tom Petty, Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac tribute band, held at Ellsworth W. Allen Town Park. Supervisor Saladino thanked the entertainers for a wonderful performance and for kicking off another great summer with the “Music Under the Stars” program.

As in prior years, the string ensemble from Village Elementary School in Syosset performed for residents of The Arbors Assisted Living in Jericho prior to the end of the school year. Students opened with the national anthem and continued with a variety of patriotic songs, show tunes and classical arrangements. Many of the residents who are military veterans showed their appreciation for the patriotic selections. “It’s miraculous, the way these youngsters play,” said one Arbors resident. Following the concert, students mingled, chatted and played games with the residents and visited the facility’s koi pond. “It was a wonderful, multigenerational experience for everyone,” said Village string teacher Linda Carrella, who directed the performance and promised the students would return again next year to perform.

Assistance for homeowners with disabilities

In celebration of the 27th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, New Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and members of the Town Board remind residents with disabilities of the Town’s Home Improvement Assistance Program. The program allows eligible individuals to make essential home improvements by providing them with grant monies and interest free loans for necessary home repairs. Supervisor Saladino stated, “Federal funds allow the Town of Oyster Bay to offer assistance to eligible residents in making improvements to their home. On this anniversary of the Americans

with Disabilities Act, we remind residents with physical disabilities of the Town’s home modification program which can help accommodate your disability through loans for projects such as wheelchair ramps, stair glides, the widening of doorways, and bathroom modifications.” The program is made possible through a Federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), which the Town has been proudly administering since the program’s inception. In recent years, the Town has dedicated nearly $500,000 annually in CDBG funds to the Home Assistance Program. Administered by the Town’s Department

of Intergovernmental Affairs, eligible improvements include wheelchair ramps, stair glides, widening of doorways, and bathroom modifications to make their homes more accessible. Additionally, funds are available for replacement of windows, doors, roofs, as well as electrical and hot water systems. The program is also open to income-eligible senior citizens residing in the Town of Oyster Bay. For more information on the Town’s Home Improvement Assistance Program, please contact the Department of Intergovernmental Affairs at (516) 624-6177 or visit www.oysterbaytown.com.

Photo courtesy of the Syosset School District

Village Elementary School string teacher Linda Carrella directed the school’s string ensemble during a performance of patriotic songs for senior citizens and veterans at The Arbors.

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Syosset students garner $250 in Nassau BOCES scholarships

Two students from the Syosset CSD, who are attending Nassau BOCES Barry Tech, were recently awarded a collective total of $250 in scholarship funds for their exemplary efforts both in and out of the classroom. The young scholars received their awards at the 2017 Barry Tech Scholarship Luncheon, held at the Joseph M. Barry Career & Technical Education Center. Computer Game Design and Programming Skills student Nicholas Camardi, and Business Service Skills student Marnie Cook each earned the $125 Barry Tech Career and Technical Education Achievement Award. The scholarship is awarded

to students who demonstrate exceptional performance in their chosen fields of study, active participation in school activities and community service, and service to their peers as positive role models. “These students have gone above and beyond their academics to demonstrate a genuine passion and commitment to their fields,” said Barry Tech Principal Peter Dalton. “Part of the Nassau BOCES mission is to enable students of all ages and abilities to achieve their maximum potential. These scholarships help us to do just that, by providing them with financial, as well as educational, support.”

Town officials at Firefighters’ Parade

New Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino (left), Town Councilman Louis B. Imbroto (center), County Legislator Rose Marie Walker (second from left) and County Legislator Laura Schaefer (third from right) recently attended the Nassau County Firefighter’s Parade hosted by the Bethpage Fire Department. Fire Departments from throughout Nassau County joined together in marching and delighted crowds of spectators with fire safety rescue vehicles. The parade ended at Briarcliff College with a carnival featuring rides, food and a live band. Supervisor Saladino proudly presented a citation to the Bethpage Fire Department’s Chief Francis X. DeBobes, Jr. (third from left) honoring the brave men and women who give their time to protect their communities and help in times of need. Also on hand were members of the Bethpage Fire Department; Fire Commissioner Glenn Neuman, Sr. (second from right) and 2nd Assistant Chief Kevin Isernia (right).

Jericho Jewish Center Israel Bonds Breakfast BY EVELYN RUBIN

On Sunday, August 20, at 10:15 a.m., the Jericho Jewish Center is honoring congregants Lynne and Michael Barsky, at their annual Israel Bonds breakfast. Lynne and Michael have been residents of the Jericho community for 25 years and have been active members of the Jericho Jewish Center since 2000. They have both served as members of the Board of Trustees, the JJC School Board and the JJC Choir. Their two daughters, Danielle and Sara, both attended JJC’s Hebrew school and celebrated their B’nai Mitzvah at the temple.

Lynne and Michael both attended Binghamton University, where they initially met and married two years later. Michael is an actuary and CFP®, and a Field Vice President for TIAA Life Insurance Company. Lynne obtained both her Master’s in TESOL and her Ed.D in Applied Psycholinguistics from Boston University. She is a full-time ESL Lecturer to graduate students at Stony Brook University. The Jericho Jewish Center and Israel Bonds are proud to pay tribute to this most deserving couple. For reservations, $30.00 per person before August 10, please contact the Jericho Jewish Center located at 430 N. Broadway, Jericho, 516-938-2540.

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The L.I. Champion Syosset High School boys varsity tennis team is 52-0 the last three years. The Syosset Board of Education and Superintendent of Schools Dr. Tom Rogers honored coach Shai Fisher and the boys at a recent meeting.

Syosset Central School District Director of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation Drew Cronin highlighted the successes of spring athletes and athletic teams at last monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s board of education meeting.

Syosset Schools honor athletes

Individual honorees were the varsity girls golf state qualifiers Malini Rudra and Sarah Sung; varsity boys lacrosse All-American player Daniel Ochs; varsity boys All-State tennis players Eli Grossman and Preet Rajpal; and varsity

track state qualifiers Jonathan DiSiena, Jonathan Louie, Scott Mansouri, Michael Stanco and Peter Zimbalist. Teams honored were the varsity and junior varsity girls lacrosse team, each of which won the Sportsmanship

Award; and the varsity boys tennis team, which won the Long Island and County Championship â&#x20AC;&#x201C;the latter for the third consecutive year while amassing a 52-0 record in that time while also winning the Team GPA Award this

season. Prior to the meeting, each team present was congratulated by the board of education. During the meeting, athletes were called to the stage for recognition by the community members in attendance.

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This Week at the Jericho Public Library

Monday, July 31st from 7 - 8 PM

YA Book Chat (for teens in grades 6 through 12) – Join us as we chat about The Hate You Give by Angie Thomas. As an added bonus, this book counts towards your YA Summer Reading Program, and you will receive 1 hour of community service. Register online or e-mail YA Librarian Gina at gpatronaggio@jericholibrary.org

Weds., August 2nd from 3 - 4:30 PM

Free Time for Watercolor - Bring your supplies and ideas to create a watercolor painting on your own. No instructor – no registration.

Weds., August 2nd from 6 - 7 PM

YA S’more Sushi (for teens in grades 6 through 12) - Not your typical Sushi! Learn how to make these delicious Rice Crispy treats, stuff them with marshmallows and roll them up with graham

Stress management lecture at Syosset Public Library

cracker crumbs. Enjoy them with chopsticks and a side of chocolate syrup! Take home to eat (if there are any left!!) Register online or e-mail YA Librarian Gina at gpatronaggio@jericholibrary. org

Thursday, August 3rd at 1:30 PM

The Passionate Reader – Join Mary Hirdt for a discussion of Ian McEwan’s Nutshell. Told from a perspective unlike any other, Nutshell is a classic tale of murder and deceit from one of the world’s master storytellers.

Thursday, August 3rd at 7:00 PM

Movie: Rules Don’t Apply (Comedy/ Drama/Romance) - The unconventional love story of an aspiring actress, her determined driver and their boss, eccentric billionaire Howard Hughes. Starring Lily Collins, Haley Bennett, Taissa Farmiga, Warren Beatty, Martin Sheen. Rated PG-13. 2 hours, 7 minutes.

Syosset Library August 2017 Book Discussions

Book-to-Film Discussion

Friday, August 4 at 2 PM Showing of the film Hidden Figures based on the book written by Margot Lee Shetterly. With Sonia Grgas, Reference Librarian This film is rated PG *Coordinating Book-to-Film Free. No registration required.

Evening Book Discussion

Tuesday, August 8. 7:30 PM Ever wonder what the younger generation is reading these days? Join us for a special “Crossover” book discussion of the Yong Adult Novel Belzhar by Meg Wolitzer With Pam Strudler & Meghan

Northwell Health will host a community lecture on Stress Management. The lecture, hosted by Dr. Penny Stern, will take place on August 18 at the Syosset Library at 11:00 a.m. Stress is ever-present in our busy lives and impacts each of us differently. Completely doing away with stress isn’t possible, but we can manage it and relieve some of the problems associated with it. This talk will provide practical suggestions for de-stressing right now! Dr. Penny Stern is the Director, Preventive Medicine at the Department of Occupational Medicine, Epidemiology, and Prevention and the Center for Equity of Care, the Co-Chair of the system-wide Continuing Medical Education Committee, and an Assistant Professor at the Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine. An Alpha Omega Alpha honor graduate of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Dr. Stern trained in Preventive Medicine/Public Health (at Cornell) and Occupational Medicine (at Mount Sinai)

after training in internal medicine at Einstein. She is board-certified by the American Board of Preventive Medicine. Deeply involved in public health education provided to the communities in the Northwell Health service area, Dr. Stern routinely presents to dozens of community and workplace groups each year. She provides oversight and participates in clinical screening activities undertaken by the Center for Equity of Care, in influenza vaccination programs, as well as in health education efforts. Prior to coming to Northwell Health, she was the Associate and then the Deputy Medical Director at the World Trade Center Medical Monitoring and Treatment Program (at Mount Sinai), and served as the Medical Director at the Pfizer manufacturing facility in Brooklyn NY until its closure in 2008. For more information on this seminar, please refer to: www. northwell.edu/support-and-resources/ find-an-event

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Fangmann, Teen Services Librarians Teens are welcome to join. Free. No registration required.

Afternoon Book Discussion

Tuesday, August 22 at 1:30 PM The Last Painting of Sara De Vos by Dominic Smith With Lisa Jones, Readers’ Services Librarian Free. No registration required. Discussions will take place at Syosset Public Library, 225 South Oyster Bay Rd., Syosset. 516-921-7161 ext. 239 For more information: • www.syossetlibrary.org Email: • Readersservices@syossetlibrary.org *All events are Wheelchair Accessible

SUNY New Paltz has released the Dean’s List for outstanding academic achievement during the spring 2017 semester. Dean’s List designation is reserved for students who excel academically and earn at least a 3.3 grade-point average in a semester with a full-time course load. This year’s Dean’s List included the following Syosset students: Fiona Castro, Crystal Green, Rachel Marmor, Jessica Oliveira, Alyssa Silberman, Scott Sweeney, and Andrew Wong. n

About 2,100 Hofstra University students earned their undergraduate, graduate or law degrees during commencement ceremonies on May 21-22, 2017 at the David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex. Watch videos or see photos from the various ceremonies at hofstra.

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edu/commencement. The following local students earned their degrees: Paulina Economou of Muttontown with a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics. Nicole O’Brien of Syosset with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Alexa Pascarella of Woodbury with a Bachelor of Arts in Rhetorical Studies. Meredith Pieper of Syosset with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Health Services Management. Jacqueline Worrall of Syosset with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing. Guohong Yu of Syosset with a Master of Science in Marketing Research. Adam Zuckerbrod of Syosset with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance. Continued on page 18

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THE VIEW FROM HERE

Some political equilibrium BY BOB MORGAN, JR.

Earlier this year, I remember using phrases like “dialed up to 11” to describe the constant barrage against President Trump by members of the self-styled Resistance and many of their allies in the media. Indeed, in the 50 plus years that I have followed politics, I had never seen anything quite the rancor and vitriol directed at a new President. There seemed to be a concerted effort by Mr. Trump’s opponents to destabilize his presidency Now, about six months into the new Administration, there is a bit of a sense that maybe a political equilibrium has been reached for a while and things seem a bit less frenetic. And that’s a good thing. Mr. Trump’s approval ratings are not particularly good, but they are stable. Starting about a month ago the Real Clear Politics approval ratings for Mr. Trump have stayed remarkably flat. His job average hovers right around 40 percent day after day, with polls slightly better for the President in samples of registered or likely voters than of all adults. Yes, there was a one day poll a few weeks ago that showed Mr. Trump reaching a 60 percent disapproval rating, which his detractors seized upon, and there was another one day poll showing his approval hitting 50 percent, which was seized upon by his supporters. In truth, however, isolated results like these ones are more likely caused by statistical noise than by any actual change in popular sentiment. What does this lack of movement, positive or negative mean? For one thing, it seems to demonstrate that the effect of the Russia narrative, and what Republicans would label constant scandal mongering, has waned. Mr. Trump’s opponent may be transfixed by the latest revelations like the brief meeting by Donald Trump, Jr. and others last year with an attorney loosely connected to Vladimir Putin, but this story does not seem to have moved the needle at all. Short of some astounding development, Mr. Trump’s base supporters have decided that the constant investigations are mostly politically motivated and not likely to change their

loyalty Another reason for the flat line is that poll respondents have now fully priced in Mr. Trump’s extremely quirky personality in their evaluation of him. It is for that reason that, for example, Mr. Trump’s odd decision to criticize his attorney general, Jeff Sessions, for recusing himself from the Russia investigation is pretty much being shrugged off. People now understand that Mr. Trump, especially when using Twitter but also at other times (the Sessions comments came during an interview with The New York Times), will frequently deliver his opinions completely unfiltered. More savvy Democrats seem to understand that Mr. Trump’s presidency is unlikely to collapse of its own weight. For example, this week Democrats came up with a new slogan A Better Deal: Better Skills, Better Jobs, Better Wages, with some new proposals and Chuck Schumer said that Democrats should blame themselves rather than Russians or James Comey for Hillary Clinton’s defeat last fall. In a widely circulated essay, a Democrat, James Barro, described what he calls the party’s hamburger problem, a smug and condescending attitude that politicizes many of a voter’s personal choices, “all the way down to the hamburgers they eat”. Of course, I must add a caveat that some dramatic development could raise the noise volume once again to the January levels. (For example, at this writing, the Jeff Sessions situation seems to be bubbling up again.) Also, the political effect of passage of health care legislation is very much a wild card and Republicans need to tread carefully. Nevertheless, The slightly less polarized atmosphere could have some positive effects, with some efforts by Democrats and the Trump Administration to work with each other, if not on health care, on such issues as infrastructure and tax reform. But even if there is little legislative progress, much of the country would welcome a more normal and less contentious political environment.

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Syosset High School Principal Dr. Giovanni Durante is pictured here congratulating National PTA Reflections Contest Outstanding Interpretation Award winner Rachel Doyle and her art teacher Chrysoula Highland.

Syosset artist wins highest honor in National Reflections contest

Congratulations to Rachel Doyle of Syosset High School, who is a National PTA Outstanding Interpretation Award winner in the PTA Reflections contest “What’s Your Story?” Rachel’s Reflections photo entry titled “Out Of The Darkness” has earned her the highest honor that a student can receive at the national level, as one of only seven winners in the country recognized in a Reflections category. She will receive a gold medal and certificate, an $800 Young Artist Scholarship, $200 for the high school PTSA and recognition in the traveling art exhibits and online gallery. Rachel will also receive an expense-paid trip for her and one adult to showcase her winning entry at the National PTA Awards and Reflections Celebration at the National

PTA Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada in June. “On behalf of New York State PTA, we are overjoyed by this magnificent achievement,” said NYS PTA President Gracemarie Rozea in a letter sent to Rachel. Hundreds of thousands of students earned recognition for their participation and talent in the 2017 PTA Reflections contest. This year, Rachel is the only New York artist honored with the Outstanding Interpretation award, with five students from the state earning Awards of Merit in Dance Choreography, Literature, Music Composition (2) and Visual Arts. Reflections also recognizes students in Film Production and Special Artists categories.

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Caps are tossed on the air as the graduating class is confirmed.

Photos courtesy of the Syosset School District

Soon to be graduates enter the Mack Center at Hofstra.

Syosset HS Class of

Approximately 540 seniors in Syosset High School’s Class of 2017 took their turn at the podium to accept their high school diplomas during the school’s 59th annual commencement held at Hofstra University. Following crisp renditions of the traditional processional march performed by the Syosset High School orchestra and “The Star-Spangled Banner” from the Adelettes and Choral Pride, Syosset High School Principal Dr. Giovanni Durante delivered the welcoming remarks before addressing the graduates. This year’s class was highlighted with 14 National Merit Scholarship semifinalists, 33 Commended students and numerous award-winners in math, science and writing, as the 2016-17 school year commenced with a Blue Ribbon designation for Syosset High School by the U. S. Department of Education. “You have had ample time to prepare for the future, but most importantly, as citizens of the world,” said Dr. Durante. “In addition to your aca-

demic achievements, you should be proud of the many schoolwide and communitywide humanitarian efforts you have organized to help shape your own character,” he continued as he mentioned the volunteer soup kitchens, walkathons, nursing homes and numerous other activities that the students participated in throughout their high school careers. The evening also featured inspirational speeches from board of education trustees Rob Gershon and Laura Schlesinger – both proud parents of Class of 2017 members. Superintendent Dr. Tom Rogers, class speaker Janvi Pamnani, valedictorian Yash Samantaray and salutatorian Ben Rhee also provided words of wisdom to the graduating class. Dr. Rogers advised the students that as they move on to a new school and new community of learners to balance their individuality with goals. “Continue to be yourself, while committing to being part of something even greater than yourself,” he said. Continued on page 9

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Salutatorian Ben Rhee.

Valedictorian Yash Samantaray.

Senior class speaker Janvi Pamnani.

Syosset Board of Education Vice President April Neuendorf, Board of Education President Dr. Michael Cohen and Superintendent of Schools Dr. Tom Rogers at Syosset High School’s 59th annual commencement.

2017 commencement Continued from page 8

Janvi provided three pieces of advice to her classmates: to not look past the importance of its diversity as a group from varying cultures and backgrounds with varying interests and successes; to never forget about those who contributed to the great education they received in Syosset; and, borrowing the chorus from the popular Beatles song, “All You Need is Love.” Ben, who was also named a U.S. Presidential Scholar, spoke of the uncertainty of being a freshman entering high school and the growth, interests, passions and callings that developed in each of his peers as time elapsed. “The wheels kept turning, and the uncertain, timid ninth-graders you probably saw on the first days of school were replaced by confident, motivated individuals, moving with purpose and flexibility.” Yash shared one of the most important lessons he learned that he found helped him through the rigors of his senior year, including the pressure of the college application process. “Enjoy

every day,” said Yash, who found his participation in the school’s first boys badminton team “invigorating” and helped complete his work at an “unimaginable pace.” “I’m not telling all of you to run out to a badminton court every time you get busy. Find something that makes you happy…always,” he said. “Next time you are feeling stressed, don’t try to squeeze in time for happiness. Make the time for happiness. It pays off.” Class President Carly Battipaglia and Vice President Benjamin Prevor presented the class gift: two stone chess tables for the school courtyard. Dr. Durante honored students who received scholarly recognitions including National Merit scholars, finalists and commended students, as well as the Intel Science Talent Search semifinalists, and Siemens Competition finalist. Members of Syosset’s PTA/STA presented scholarship awards, as did members of SEPTA. The commencement culminated with each student walking up to receive their diploma, and the traditional cap toss.

Syosset High School Principal Dr. Giovanni Durante and Deputy Superintendent Adele Bovard congratulate graduates.

Senior class president Carly Battipaglia and vice president Benjamin Prevor presented the class gift.

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North Shore Synagogue relishes annual Summer BBQ

North Shore Synagogue’s Brotherhood chefs get help Rabbi Jaimee Shalhevet (in apron, right) and Rabbi Rachel Maimin preparing food for over 150 congregants.

The evening provided friends of all ages a chance to bond.

Families enjoyed food, fun and an engaging Shabbat service together.

Brotherhood members ran the Shabbat service with help from Rabbi Shalhevet and Rabbi Maimin.

As the temperature warms and the calendar turns quickly from June to July, North Shore Synagogue’s Brotherhood once again dusts off their chef’s aprons for its annual summer barbecue. Despite a persistent drizzle and mist, this year’s event, held on Friday July 14th, drew an especially large crowd of well over 150 congregants, friends and family to the temple. The grill was rolled out, fired up, and air was redolent with appetizing aromas of the season. The barbecue provides an opportunity to interact socially, in an informal setting with North Shore’s dynamic young leaders including Senior Rabbi Jaimee Shalhevet, Associate Rabbi Rachel Maimin, Religious School Principal Jacquelynn Golub and Early Childhood Director Elizabeth Kessler, while Cantor Kyle Cotler was away working at Kutz Camp, one of the incredible Reform Jewish summer camps. Brotherhood grill masters, assisted by a burger flipping Rabbi Shalhevet expertly worked the coals, providing tastes that make our

summer season so special on Long Island. Following the wellattended function, Friday night Shabbat services were held in the sanctuary led by Brotherhood and supported by the Rabbis. Recently elected Brotherhood President Mark Bernard delivered an inspirational sermon about leadership in our Jewish community. After services, a delicious array of cheese cakes, carrot cakes and cupcakes donated for the evening by congregant Glen Wolther, along with cookies, fruit, and hot and cold beverages were available in the Youth Lounge. The social evening continued and was a fitting conclusion to a wonderful evening of shared spirituality, engagement, food and fun. A montage of photos can be found on the synagogue’s Facebook page at http://facebook.com/ NorthShoreSynagogue. North Shore Synagogue is a Reform Jewish synagogue in Syosset. Additional information is available on their website at http://www. northshoresynagogue. org.

Rainy weather moved dinner to the Youth Lounge but didn’t dampen the fun.

July 28, 2017

36 Hours in Pittsburgh: Andy Warhol Museum, Strip District Point to City’s Ethnic Diversity BY KAREN RUBIN

G O I N G P L A C E S N E A R A N D F A R

I have come to Pittsburgh for the three-day, 120-mile Rails-to-Trails Conservancy’s Spring Sojourn on the Great Allegheny Passage that starts in Cumberland, Md. and ends in Pittsburgh, and used it as an opportunity to explore Pittsburgh, a city that once was known for steel mills, but which now has won accolades as “America’s most livable city.” I am fascinated to see how it made such a transition from grey to green. With only one full day to explore, I specifically seek out attractions that define Pittsburgh, all walkable within the downtown, getting advice from the Omni William Penn Hotel concierge. I start at its two remaining funiculars, going up the Monongahela Incline and down the Duquesne Incline which date from the 1870s, and stroll Grandview Avenue that links the two, and continue on to Point State Park and the Fort Pitt Museum (see 7/21). The Warhol Museum I had not realized that Andy Warhol was a native son of Pittsburgh (born to a Slovakian family of modest means, he attended Carnegie Mellon which was Carnegie Technical at the time). The Andy Warhol Museum, one of four of the Carnegie Museums, is See page D2

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36 Hours in Pittsburgh: Andy Warhol Museum, Strip District Point to City’s Ethnic Diversity Continued from page D1

in the tradition of the Dali Museum in St. Petersburg, totally extolling the life of one artist. It basically continues what Andy Warhol did most successfully his whole life: market his art to inflate prices. The best part, for me, was learning more about his biography – what made him “tick”, his creative process and about his techniques. My own belief is that Warhol was more of a marketing genius than an artistic one (at least Salvador Dali was both a marketing genius and an artistic one), who unabashedly expropriated the art, creativity and effort of photojournalists and graphic artists (indeed, many of the works produced at his factory that he signed were produced by others) but I am willing to be convinced otherwise as I roam the museum. Indeed, as a placard notes, since the seven-story museum opened in 1994, there has been a steady increasing level of recognition of Warhol’s “singular contribution to 20th century art and his extraordinary influence on contemporary art internationally. The museum is on the forefront of research into Warhol’s work.” There is a timeline along the massive walls that document in excruciating detail Warhol’s life and learn such tidbits as: Andrew Warhola was born in 1928 to immigrants from Mikona in Slovakia; he graduated Carnegie Tech (which became Carnegie Mellon); in 1956 he met Edmond Walloaitch who used photography in his own works; most of Warhol’s early endeavors were self-published; he was inspired by popular culture and enlarged images from magazines and photographs with a projector, then painted the projection on canvas; he used a rubber stamp, then the silk screen process; the first silkscreen painting based on a photograph was a baseball, in 1962; he “replicated the look of commercial advertising, giving Warhol faithful duplication of his appropriated source image, while also allowing him to experiment with overpainting, off-register and endless chance combinations”. After graduating Carnegie Tech, he took a “risk” and came to New York City where he got his big break, illustrating a story “What is Success” for Glamour Magazine. “He became one of the most successful commercial illustrators.” A particularly noteworthy item on the timeline: 1972- after publication of his “Vote McGovern,” the IRS audited Warhol annually until his death.” Warhol died in 1987, at the age of 58. He created the “blotted line technique” – where he could trace or copy and an image “appropriating images from

The Andy Warhol Museum, a 7-story temple to the artist which opened in 1994, was created by the Andy Warhol Foundation, Dia Center for the Arts, and the Carnegie Foundation which operates the museum © 2016 Karen Rubin/ goingplacesfarandnear.

The Andy Warhol Museum pays homage to a native son of Pittsburgh © 2016 Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com popular culture” – and reproduce any number of them, factory-style. Warhol, we learn, made a fortune from portraits, once again, getting a giant commercial boost after an exhibit at the Whitney in 1979, curated by his close friend David Whitney (why am I not surprised?) consisting of 56 double portraits of artists, fashion designers, collectors, art dealers, which showcased an aspect of his painting “that he characterized as ‘business art’.” After the 1979 show, his private

portraits business hit heights- early 80s – he produced did 50 a year at $40K for 2-panel, or $2 million in annual profits. “He was unapologetic in his imposition of lucrative business model as part of his art practice.” I notice a prominently displayed portrait of Prince from 1984, which is up just after the musician’s death. Andy Warhol was known for his passion as a collector – very possibly an outgrowth of his impoverished childhood and his expropriation of others’ art and

design. Over his lifetime, he collected some 500,000 artifacts. There is an immense room, called the “Vault” that is filled with “time capsules” – 610 flimsy cartons, each with 500 objects. I found it totally ironic, though, that you are not allowed to take any photos since Warhol’s art was based on expropriating the images and designs created by others (ie. Campbell Soup Can, Marilyn Monroe photo). You can take part in workshops to learn the silkscreening techniques he used. The museum is a must-see for anyone who is a fan. The Andy Warhol Museum was created by the Andy Warhol Foundation, Dia Center for the Arts, and the Carnegie Foundation which operates the museum. It is one of four Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh (Carnegie Museum of Art, Carnegie Museum of National History and Carnegie Science Center are the others, www.carnegiemuseums.org). The Andy Warhol Museum, 117 Sandusky Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, 412-237-8300,www.warhol.org ($20/ adults, $10/students and children 3-18, half price on Fridays, 5-10 pm; closed Mondays). Strip District I walk back over the 7th Street Bridge (The Andy Warhol Bridge, as it happens), into Pittsburgh’s Cultural District, where there is a cluster of theaters and galleries, including one named for another native son of Pittsburgh, playwright August Wilson (there is an August Wilson Center/ African American Cultural Center, 980 Liberty Avenue, in the Cultural District). I take it all in, but I am en route to the interestingly named Strip District, where literally in front of your eyes, you can see gentrification unfold – factories converted to apartments and lofts. This has become an amazing restaurant district, capitalizing on the diverse immigrant experience in Pittsburgh. Within a few blocks, there is a United Nations-worth of dining traditions and markets. The Strip District is described as “authentic Pittsburgh,” where the locals go for great goods at low prices. The streets along the half-mile long district are linked with restaurants, ethnic grocers, produce stands, sidewalk vendors, meat and fish markets – a haven for foodies. It is so colorful, artful, playful. A sign over a restaurant, Gaucho, an Argentinian Grill, which has a line of people outside waiting their turn, reads Home Improvement, Lifestyle, Dining & Entertainment. I pass Vietnamese, Korean, Thai restaurants, markets like Robert Wholey Co. purveying live Maine lobster, whole farm raised rabbits

Heinz History Center, but it is on my list to visit when I return. Devoted to the history and heritage of Western Pennsylvania, the 370,000 sq. ft. Senator John Heinz History Center (more formally known as the Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania) is Pennsylvania’s largest history museum and, since 2000, an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution. The Senator John Heinz History Center presents compelling stories from American history with a Western Pennsylvania connection in an interactive environment; the museum’s Smallman Street home combines the former Chautauqua Lake Ice Company building with a five-story Smithsonian wing. The Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum, a museum-within-a-museum located on the History Center’s second and third floors, celebrates the region’s passion for amateur and professional sports, from football to baseball and hockey to golf. More than 250 years of Western Pennsylvania’s history is preserved at the Thomas and Katherine Detre

Library & Archives. Founded in 1879, the Library & Archives’ collections, located on the History Center’s sixth floor, are accessible to researchers, students, and the general public. The new Museum Conservation Center provides visitors with professional services and expert advice on how to properly preserve and care for family heirlooms. Heinz History Center, 1212 Smallman St., Pittsburgh, PA 15222, 412-4546000,www.heinzhistorycenter.org (10-5 daily) Historic Omni William Pitt Hotel is at Heart of Pittsburgh My purpose for this all-too-brief first visit to Pittsburgh is to immerse myself in the city’s proud heritage at the epicenter of the nation’s founding, settlement, industrialization and emergence as a world power, but a heritage that came at a terrible cost to its environment. The city has undertaken a fantastic revitalization, emerging from grey to green, and becoming one of America’s most liveable cities. And so for my two-night stay, I seek

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and whole duckling; a Middle Eastern grocery, Stamoolis Bros. Co, since 1909; the Pennsylvania Macaroni Company (fresh handmade mozzarella, Pennmac. com); a Mexican grocery; Pittsburgh Popcorn, next door to La Prima Espresso Corp, across the street from Chocolat; an Asian supermarket across from the Brooklyn Brewery; the S&D Polish Deli, Grandpa Joe’s Candy Shop, a textile shop selling fabrics, thread and button; and Mike Feinberg & Co’s sports store. And trendy restaurants like Luke Wholey’s Wild Alaskan Grill (probably related to the market); Jade 99, Chicken Latino (Peruvian); Casa Rena (Mexican), Walking back, I see smoke emanating from a factory with the Heinz name on it, and pass a red-brick building with a giant neon Heinz Ketchup display (above the Heinz History Center building), diagonally across from United States Steel Corporation offices (while downtown is the United Steelworkers Union building). Senator John Heinz History Center I am too late to visit the Senator John

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out the historic Omni William Penn Hotel – a member of Historic Hotels of America – which celebrated its centennial in 2016 the same year as the city celebrated its bicentennial, and is so much a part of Pittsburgh’s story. I love wandering around, immersing myself in the taking in the ambiance, admiring its stunning architectural features and Art Decostyle appointments, and, as if these walls could talk, hearing its stories as if whispered in my ear. There are historic displays, photos, artifacts and artwork in various places that convey the story. Indeed, in its award-winning restaurant, The Terrace Room, that dates from 1916, there is an enormous mural that pays homage to the city’s history depicting “The Taking of Fort Pitt”. Whenever I travel, I first seek out members of Historic Hotels of America, a collection of properties. Historic hotels are so much more than mere structures. They embody the heritage and history and sense of place, and are also very See page D5

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There are Neat People & then there are the Not-So-Neat! BY CLAIRE LYNCH When I was a child I was taught not to judge a book by its cover and sure enough, that advice has always something I’ve kept in the back of my mind. It’s served me well. Still, I can always tell the immaculate people – those very tidy ones – with the perfect homes and the carefully groomed lawns a mile away. My secret really is very simple- appearances tell all! When women my age wear winter coats, that is solid-colored coats with matching gloves, scarves and hats, and their hair is styled just so, that’s a signal to me that I have before my very eyes an immaculate person and immaculate people, I’ve discovered along the way, also have immaculate homes, offices and cars. The people who have no papers on their desks except for the ones they’re working on are the immaculate people. Their files are all lined up in the drawers of metal file cabinets and labeled neatly by subject. Their typing paper never wrinkles, their pens always write and their stationery (monogrammed or not!) is in vast supply. When given holiday gifts or birthday gifts or have-a-good-summer gift, they are sure to write lovely, personalized thank you notes and pop them in the U.S. mail even though nowadays most other people would write some nice emails, press the “send” button and let them go on their way. Presto, magic, that’s done! The immaculate office works are the people who keep those bottles of household cleaners in the drawers of their desks, out of sight, of course, and as sure as the sun rises and sets each day, they

spray their desks and telephones so that they are always glistening clean. They are the ones who may have ditched their neatly-organized Rolodexes - that’s too old-fashioned for them - but they have their contacts lined up in the smart phones perfectly. They keep their electronic calendars up to date and at their fingertips. At home and at work, their potted plants are always green. They water them on Fridays at work and on Sundays at home. Immaculate people usually like maintaining their schedules! At home, immaculate people are the envy of the neighborhood. They’re so organized that they’ve got their Christmas decorations up and working by December 1 the latest, in spite of sickness, hurricane, flood or tornado. Their Easter outfits are chosen in January. They may not say so, but if you happen to ask, you’ll get a nod and a wink for their cleverness from the immaculate people. They always shop a season ahead of time so lawn mowers are purchased in February and if they are not buying one that particular year, they check them to be sure they’re working and humming along just fine. Their barbecue grills are purchased in March even if there’s still six inches of snow covering the patio furniture and they always make sure that the orange and brown Halloween motifs are concocted in April. Immaculate people have a way of irritating procrastinators to no end. They’re so organized and so punctual that they put procrastinators to shame but they’re (usually but not always) too polite to point out the faux pas of someone else

less perfect. As I write all about the immaculate people of the world, and in particular about the ones I know, they are probably designing their fall and wintertime outfits, mixing and matching different pieces of clothing and accessories until the various outfits look just right. During the dead of winter, they’re probably busy daydreaming about their summer gardens, poring over magazines and catalogs, choosing seedlings and bulbs by mailing away to faraway lands for the most exotic, most colorful plants. They’re probably also hoarding supplies of trash bags for when those autumn leaves begin to fall and starting to plan their spring 2018 vacations. I’m not talking about dreaming about the spring 2018 vacations, I’m talking about checking out the hotels, the plane fares, the rental cars and then booking them. Immaculate people, I’ve learned, don’t like having any loose ends hanging around! They keep detailed notes and very often they live and breathe by their checklists because things must be done, done, done! I’ve noticed over the years that immaculate people like things very orderly and that includes lining up their VHS tapes and DVD cases on shelves in the proper order. Usually the “proper order” means alphabetically so when they fetch them, they can easily reach to “G” for “The Green Mile,” “S” for “Sister Act” and Sister Act 2,” and “W” for “The Wizard of Oz.” In going through my older sister, Michelle’s, kitchen whenever I’ve stayed overnight, hunting for drinking glasses or oatmeal or some popcorn kernels that

we can pop, I couldn’t help but notice that when I opened her cabinet, her cereal boxes were all lined up in size order. The shortest one was to the left and the tallest one was to the right. I was almost afraid to take a box out and have a bowl of cereal but then I promised myself that I would be sure to put it back exactly where I had found it. Or else someone would definitely notice it was off kilter. When I took a second look in her cabinet, I was just glad that her cereal boxes weren’t in alphabetical order! My friend, Karen, is an immaculate person and when she showed me around her new house I noticed that not only was her walk-in clothes closet organized (and spiffy clean!), but the shirts and blouses hanging on their hangers went from pastel-colored shirts on the left to the darkest-colored shirts on the right. Speechless, I just kind of shook my head – and blinked my eyes – in amazement! Immaculate people always pride themselves on having clean houses and apartments and of course that means there are no dust bunnies on the floors. Mirrors are squeaky clean all the time and any trash is removed promptly. Rows and rows of vacuuming marks are left on wall-towall carpeting because their homes are vacuumed so regularly. Their cleaning equipment gets used! I loaned my sister who was visiting for a week from down South my slightly-lessthan brand new car a couple of years ago and at first she was as pleased as punch because someone picked her up at the airport and dropped her off very punctually See page D6

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More Widows ... More Questions BY TOM MARGENAU Perhaps I’ve opened the floodgates? I’ve written a several columns over the past month or two discussing Social Security widow’s benefits. But it seems the more explaining I do, the more questions I get! So, once again, more questions from more widows. Q: Here is something I cannot figure out. Why am I getting so much more in widow’s benefits than I am due in my own Social Security? I will admit that my husband had a well-paying job and I did not. But he died at age 42. I worked until I was 62, albeit at a middle-income job. My widow’s benefit is $2,675. My own retirement benefit is only $1,790. I paid into Social Security for a much longer time. So why isn’t my benefit higher than my husband’s benefit? A: I can understand your confusion. You would think that because you paid into Social Security for at least 20 more years than your husband, and that he died more than two decades ago when earnings weren’t as high as they are today, that your own benefit rate would be higher. But your widow’s rate is more because of the way those benefits are figured. Your retirement benefit is based on your average income using a 35-year base of earnings. And the more years that are used to compute a benefit, the lower that benefit is going to be. For example, if retirement benefits were based on your average income over just the last three years, that would produce a much higher benefit than if 35 years are used. Or to put that another way, the more years of earnings used from so long ago when you were in your 20s and 30s and probably not making as much as you are now, the lower your overall average income will be and the lower your Social Security retirement benefit will be. But in your husband’s case, his Social Security record was essentially closed on the day he died. So instead of using 35 years, they only used about 20 years of earnings to figure his benefit. And like the earnings used in your retirement computation, all of those 20 years of earnings he had were indexed for inflation. You said your husband had a well-paying job. And all of those high earnings he had translate into a high Social Security benefit. And now they translate into a widow’s benefit that is higher than your own Social Security check. Q: I am 73 years old. My husband died late last year. After he died, my own $968 retirement benefit stopped and I started getting what he was receiving when he died. I get a

widow’s check of $2,147 per month. So I’d like to know: Where did my money go? A: You’re still getting it. Because you see a deposit of $2,147 per month in your bank account, you may think you are just getting straight widow’s benefits off of your husband’s record. But what is actually happening is that you are being paid from both your own and your husband’s Social Security account. Or to put that another way, you are getting $968 in your own retirement benefits. Then they are adding $1,179 in widow’s benefits from your husband’s record to take you up to his $2,147 rate. Q: I am getting widow’s benefits. I only get $1,640 per month. I have a friend who is also a widow. She was getting $1,900 per month, but she just got bumped up to about $2,200. We are both 70 years old. Both of our husbands worked for the same company and made roughly the same amount of money. Why is she getting so much more? A: This woman’s question intrigued me. Even though there are several reasons why she might be getting more money, I was curious and wanted to learn more. We probably exchanged about a half dozen emails before I finally figured out what is going on. The woman who sent the email started her widow’s benefits at age 62. So she is getting about 82 percent of her husband’s basic Social Security benefit. Her friend was age 65 when she became a widow. So she is getting about 92 percent of her husband’s Social Security rate. And the “bump up” to $2,200 is also easily explainable. Turns out her friend worked much of her life and has her own Social Security benefit. And when she was 65 and talked to the Social Security people, she chose the “widow’s option.” She took a reduced widow’s benefit (the 92 percent rate mentioned above) and saved her own retirement benefit until age 70. At that point, she was able to switch to 132 percent of her own retirement benefit. That’s her full age 66 rate, plus a 32 percent bonus for delaying her own benefits until age 70. Q: I am 68 years old. I have my own Social Security number, of course. But my Medicare card has my husband’s number on it with a “D” behind it. Why can’t I have my own Social Security number on my Medicare card? A: I’m going to be discussing this in more detail in next week’s column. But for now I can tell you that you must be getting widow’s benefits on your husband’s Social Security record. And your Medicare number reflects your Social Security claim number. Because you are claiming benefits on your husband’s account, his number shows up on your

Medicare card. And “D” is the symbol the Social Security Administration uses to denote widow’s benefits. If you have a Social Security question,

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36 Hours in Pittsburgh C ontinued from page D3 much creations of their builders. Owners take on the role of steward, with a responsibility of passing it along to the next. This is true of The William Penn, whose history parallels that of the city and the nation, as I learn from a wonderful pamphlet, “A Grand Dame Named William Penn,” by Marianne Lee. The William Penn Hotel was the last building venture of Henry Clay Frick, one of Pittsburgh’s wealthiest industrialists. Frick envisioned the William Penn

That added 600 more guestrooms as well as the hotel’s crowning jewel, the Urban Room, designed by Joseph Urban, when it was finished in 1929. With this addition, The William Penn became the largest hotel between Pittsburgh and Chicago, and the major convention facility for Pittsburgh. But Eppley, who was the vanguard of a new breed of professional hotelier who saw his patrons not as customers but as guests, lost control of the hotel in the Great Depression, and new owners brought in the Statler Hotels company to manage it 1940-1951. Eppley briefly

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plus she had the use of my car. Then she was horrified when she found some stray papers on the front passenger seat. “What’s this mess?” she asked? I mumbled some answer but I really didn’t think that two papers were a mess. Later on, all I could say was, “Sorry, sis! I’m not an immaculate person!!” She didn’t want to hear any excuses but I quickly changed the subject and whew, we got off the subject of cleanliness. Speaking of cars, immaculate people not only have very n-e-a-t cars but often have subscriptions to their local car wash. It has to be the most thorough, the best, most superior car wash around that will keep their car perfectly clean for when they go to work, go shopping or go visit someone. Going to the car wash becomes a habit for them and they zip in and out of there as regularly as they go food shopping, pay their bills, etc. If they miss a quick drive thru at the car wash they feel as if something is lacking in their lives. A habit is a habit, after all. They make it up as quickly as they can and then life is good again. All is well in their worlds. Not only do the immaculate people I know keep their cars tidy but they often adhere to a strict maintenance schedule.

They never miss an appointment with the mechanic and always have them well tuned up. Their car engines usually purr like kittens. I make do with a less than clean car but I can spot an immaculate person a mile away because if there happens to be a smudge on their otherwise clean car they are quick to whip out a towel or a tissue and wipe it clean. Then the smiles reappear on their faces. Any spills are wiped up as soon as they occur. Photos are scanned on their computers thereby eliminating the need for scrapbooks and any stray photo albums. When I protested, saying that I liked holding albums in my hands and perusing them, all of my immaculate friends did their own protests, saying that clutter is absolutely no good. In the 1970s there was a very popular TV show called “The Odd Couple” which starred Oscar Madison (Jack Klugman) and Felix Unger (Tony Randall) who played two divorced men who shared a Manhattan apartment. That was hysterical – and very well acted. Felix always appeared well dressed – in fact, dapper would be a perfect word to describe him because he was very neat in his finely-tailored suits and ties, perfectly pressed shirts, shined shoes and not a hair out of place.

Oscar on the other hand, was much more informal (and sloppier) in his baggy clothes and baseball cap. Oscar played a sportswriter. Felix played a commercial photographer. Their different lifestyles inevitably led to disagreements and lots of laughs by the viewers. When my younger sister, Susan, and I shared a bedroom growing up in our split-level house in Rockville Centre, we often kidded that we were just like Felix and Oscar. She was the neat one and I wasn’t a slob but you could say that I wasn’t quite as neat and organized as Susan was. When she came home from school or church Susan would hang her clothes neatly in our closet. When I came home from being out I’d drape them over a chair. She files bills immediately and puts menus, coupons, etc. in a cupboard so she can find them when she needs them. Susan controls the paper in her house by tossing things regularly. She looks through all of the piles and makes quick decisions. I have to hand it to Susan – she determinedly declutters. I could go on and on but you get the idea. To this day she is an immaculate person and I am … well … not quite as concerned about that. Decluttering appeals to Susan – in fact, it’s one of her favorite words and she gets to work on

her projects – whereas I just roll my eyes whenever I hear that word. The immaculate people I know line up their garden rakes, hoes, shovels and other tools just so in the garage. They place their noodles for the swimming pools gently on horizontal hooks in the garage and line up their families’ bicycles in size order against the inner wall of the garage. They bag up their kids’ toys and place them in cabinets so that whenever company enters their homes they look neat and clean. They usually order two pairs of prescription eyeglasses and two pairs of prescription sunglasses - just in case the first pair goes. Beach towels are cleaned, folded and placed in the linen closet according to their size. Spare beach sandals are lined up and bottles of sun tan lotion and shampoo are always at hand, not just for them but for their visitors, too. So if you’re like me, if you’re still vacuuming up needles from last year’s Christmas tree and putting some red and green ornaments away, don’t feel too badly. Some of my best friends are immaculate people but I’d still rather be me.

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Take the Sag out of That Closet Rod and Other Useful Tips BY MARY HUNT

Whether it’s a sagging closet rod, kale down the garbage disposal or premium fuel in the gas tank, EC readers are always anxious to share their best tips, tricks and ideas for ways to save time and money -- and avoid potential headaches! SAG NO MORE. To fix a sagging clothes rod, buy a piece of 1/2-inch galvanized pipe and a piece of 3/4inch polyvinyl chloride piping, or PVC piping, both the same length as the rod. You can get these at your local home improvement center, such as Home Depot or Lowe’s. Remove the sagging rod. Slip the pipe inside the PVC to create a new rod, and slide this into the rod brackets. If you are bothered by the printing on the PVC, clean it off with rubbing alcohol. -- Bob STICKY, MESSY SAP. A cheap and safe way to remove pine tree sap from your car without damaging the finish is to rub it with a soft cloth soaked with plain 70 percent isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol), which is available at the pharmacy or drug store for a buck

or two. -- George SECRET INFO. When you finish refurbishing a room in your home, write down this important information on a piece of paper, and tape it to the back of the switch plate: the brand and color of the paint, how much it took to paint the room and the circuit breaker number that serves the room. You’ll be happy to find the information next time. -- Trevor KALE, NO! I made a big mistake recently when I cut a bunch of kale up into smaller pieces and put it down the garbage disposal. I let it grind like crazy and followed it with tons of water, and still, it clogged up the system in my apartment building for three floors down. It took maintenance four hours to clear it. They said, “The lettuce turned into something similar to glue/concrete!” -- Naomi SUPER CUBE. This is a crazy simple tip, but it works for me. I love ice-cold water and must have it at all times. However, at work the water is just cool, not the icy deliciousness I require. I solved this issue by taking a bottle of water

slightly less than half full and laying it down sideways in the freezer. (We are lucky enough to have two refrigerators in our break room.) Later, I grabbed the frozen half bottle and filled it up with water. Voila! Ice-cold water for several hours. I just keep filling it up until its time to get out another one. Just make sure not to put too much water in the bottle, or you won’t be able to fill it with water. -- Laurel STICK WITH REGULAR. Most gas stations offer unleaded premium for 10 to 12 more cents per gallon more than unleaded regular. Many customers think they’re giving their car some kind of extra care or treat by filling up with what they think is the best. Don’t do it. Virtually all automobiles run just fine on regular unleaded, so unless your owners manual specifically states that your car requires a premium grade of gas with higher octane, save your money and stick with regular. -- David LEVEL PAY. After consulting my yearly budget, what I’ve done with my electricity and heating bills is pay the same amount each

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I recently helped a 16-year-old learn about choosing plant proteins she had decided to become a vegetarian, but she wasn’t really sure just what that meant. Her decision was based on the fact she didn’t really like eating meat. While we perused the grocery aisles that are now full of vegetarian choices, my goal was to help her make the best choices -- whole grains, high quality proteins and lots of variety. Turns out, making the right choices can be critical in whether a vegetarian diet is healthy or not. For years, the mantra has been that eating lots of fruits, vegetables and grains will ward off heart disease, but a new study suggests that choosing the wrong ones may backfire. In a study of more than 200,000 U.S. health professionals, researchers found those who ate plenty of healthy plant foods -- such as vegetables, beans and whole grains -- did have a lower risk of heart disease. That was not true, however, if people loaded up on foods that are technically plant-based, but not all that healthy. In fact, diets heavy in pasta, bread, potatoes and sweets, appeared just as bad as, if not worse than, diets high in animal protein. It’s crucial that people consider the nutritional quality of the plant foods

they choose, says lead researcher Ambika Satija, with Harvard School of Public Health in Boston. The study was published in the July 25 issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. The findings involved three studies that began in the 1980s and 1990s. Every two to four years, the participants gave detailed information on their diets. Satija’s team looked at the quality of the plant foods people typically ate, and how that overall quality related to their risk of developing heart disease. By 2013, over 8,600 study participants had suffered a heart attack or died of heart disease. The risk was lower among people who regularly ate plenty of healthy plant foods, including fruits and vegetables, legumes, nuts and whole grains (such as cooked oatmeal and brown rice), the study found. Those in the top 10 percent for healthy plant-food intake fared best: They were one-quarter less likely to develop heart disease than those in the bottom 10 percent. In contrast, the reverse pattern was seen among people who ate a lot of lessthan-healthy plant foods -- like potatoes, refined grains (white bread, pasta and crackers) and sugary fruit juices. Those in the top 10 percent were almost one-third more likely to develop heart disease, versus people in the bottom 10 percent.

People who loaded up on animal products -- such as meat, cheese and butter -- also showed a heightened risk of heart disease. But the link between unhealthy plant foods and heart ills was a bit stronger, the researchers noted. The bottom line? The more healthy plant foods you eat, the better. However, the findings suggest that people don’t have to go to extremes with their diet to reap heart benefits. Start with moderate decreases in animal products, maybe fewer servings of red and processed meats, and replace them with healthy plant-based foods such as legumes, vegetables and nuts. Try a meatless Monday or use kidney beans on a salad for your protein instead of meat. Small steps can reap big health benefits. Q and A Q: How can I be sure the flour I buy is really whole wheat? A: Whole wheat flours are readily available in our grocery stores and in most cases, can be easily identified by text on the front of the package or ingredient list. Flours with text such as “traditional whole wheat flour”, or “100 percent whole wheat flour,” or “white whole wheat flour” indicates that it is, indeed a whole wheat flour. On the other hand, the lack of the word, “whole wheat” or descriptions such as “enriched white

flour” or “all- purpose flour” point towards a refined white flour (i.e. whole wheat flour that has been milled to remove the nutrient-rich outer bran and inner germ layers). Perhaps what’s a little confusing for shoppers is determining whether “white whole wheat flour” is, in fact, a whole wheat flour. Its white appearance makes it look like a refined flour, and this is because this flour is made from a wheat variety whose outer bran is lighter in color. Taking a look at the first ingredient on the package will help dispel any doubts - it should clearly state “white whole wheat flour”. Substituting whole wheat for white flour into your baking and cooking practices offers some variation to the taste and texture of your dishes, and at the same time, increases the dietary fiber in your diet. Try it, and see if you can tell the difference. -- Tufts University Health & Nutrition Letter. Charlyn Fargo is a registered dietitian at Hy-Vee in Springfield, Ill., and the media representative for the Illinois Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. For comments or questions, contact her at charfarg@aol.com or follow her on Twitter @Nutrition Rd. COPYRIGHT 2017 CREATORS.COM

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*BROWSE *SHOP *CONSIGN A.T. STEWART EXCHANGE CONSIGNMENT SHOP China, Silver, Crystal, Jewelry, Artwork, Furniture, Antiques, Collectibles Tues-Fri 10-4 Sat 12-4 Every Tuesday: 10% Senior Citizen Discount. All proceeds benefit The Garden City Historical Society 109 Eleventh Street Garden City 11530 516-746-8900 email: store@atstewartexchange.org www.gardencityhistoricalsociety. org

DO YOU HATE KENNELS? OR STRANGERS IN YOUR HOUSE? HOME AWAY FROM HOME will care for your dog in my Garden City home while you are away. Dog walking also available. Pet CPR & first Aid Certified. Numerous referrals and references. Limited availability. Book early! Annmarie 516-775-4256

AVITA GALLERY: Paintings, Royal Copenhagen, Rosenthal and more. Hours: Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday 12-5 or by appointment. 770 Middle Neck Road, Great Neck NY 11024. 516-304-5640. Free parking in back.

INVITED SALES BY TRACY JORDAN Tuesday, August 1 9:30 a.m. 50 Beach Rd Great Neck, NY 11023 Many Asian decorative and collectibles, mid century furniture pieces, housewares, artwork, garage, lighting, rugs, costume jewelry..Visit www. invitedsales.com for pictures and details !

PETS PET SERVICES A GARDEN CITY ANIMAL LOVER doesn’t want to leave your precious pooch or fantastic feline alone all day. I’m reliable, dependable and will walk and feed your pet while you work or travel. Please call Cheryl at 516-505-9717

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REAL ESTATE FOR RENT APARTMENT FOR RENT GARDEN CITY 3 Rooms, 1 Bed, freshly painted, parking, A/C, elevator $2,200 up Move in Aug 1. 3.5 Rooms, 1 Bed, EIK, LR/DR, Doorman, elevator $2,300 Four rooms, 2 Bed, EIK, New Bath, AUG 15 occ. $3,300 Garden City Properties (516)746-1563 / (516)313-8504

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OFFICE SPACE WILLISTON PARK 1300sf. office space avail on Hillside Ave. Prof building, parking lot, close to RR & parkways. Full commission paid. Call Tony 516248-4080.

VACATION RENTAL OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND Best selection of affordable rentals. Full/partial weeks. Call for FREE brochure. Open daily. Holiday Resort Services. 1-800638-2102. Online reservations: www.holidayoc.com

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE HOMES FOR SALE WILLISTON PARK: Beautiful “Saltbox” home for sale! Close to all, Herricks schools. 5 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, eat in kitchen, laundry room and more. Check 134 Park Avenue or Zillow or call Steve at 845-594-3165. Buyers only please. $705,000.

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OUT OF TOWN REAL ESTATE WATERFRONT CABIN SITE 5 acres $79,900 tiny unspoiled lake, private woodland, utils. Stunning Upstate NY location! Terms avail 888-479-3394

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COMPUTER REPAIR AND INSTRUCTION Chaminade Graduate Eliminate viruses, malware, bloatware, adware, spyware Computer Instruction Home & Business Networking Reasonable Rates Call Phil at Aspect Networking 516-830-3366 OR email: support@aspectnetworking. com COMPUTER SERVICES BY GCHS honors graduate & EE major, 8 years experience. Setup, upgrade, repair your computer or custom build one, improve performance, install programs, remove malware, set up printers, back-up drives, provide instruction. Low rates. 516-743-2149

HOME IMPROVEMENTS AMBIANCE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES *Handyman & Remodeling *Kitchen Installations *Furniture Assembly *Finish Carpentry *Minor Electrical & Plumbing 23year GC Resident Lic & Ins H18E2170000 Call BOB 516-741-2154 GEM BASEMENT DOCTOR: One stop for all your home improvement needs! Basement, bathroom & kitchen remodeling, carpentry, crown, wainscoting molding, closets, doors, windows, sheetrock, painting, siding, decks power washed, stained and built. 516-623-9822

LAMPS FIXED $65 In home service. Handy Howard. 646-996-7628 MASONRY All types of stonework Pavers, Retaining Walls, Belgium Block Patios, Foundations, Seal coating, Concrete and Asphalt driveways, Sidewalks, Steps. Free Estimates Fully Licensed & Insured #H2219010000 Boceski Masonry Louie 516-850-4886 RAFTER ONE CARPENTRY: Kitchens & Baths, Windows & Doors, Wainscoting & Molding, all general home repairs. References. License #H010478/Insured. Bill Ryan 516-491-6222

SKY CLEAR WINDOW and Restorations Inc. Window Restorations, Outdated Hardware, skylights, Andersen Sashes, new storm windows, wood windows, chain / rope repairs, falling windows, fogged panes, mechanical repairs, wood repairs, restorations, all brands. Call Mr. Fagan, 32 years experience. 631-385-7975 www.skyclearwindow.com

PAINTING & PAPERHANGING INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PAINTING Plastering, Taping, Sheetrock Skim Cutting, Old Wood Refinish Staining, Wallpaper Removal & Hanging, Paint Removal Power Washing, Wood Replacement JOHN MIGLIACCIO Licensed & Insured #80422100000 Call John anytime: 516-901-9398 (Cell) 516-483-3669 (Office) JV PAINT HANDYMAN SERVICES Interior-Exterior Specialist Painting, Wallpapering, Plastering, Spackling, Staining, Power Washing. Nassau Lic#H3814310000 fully Insured Call John 516-741-5378 PAINTING PAINTING PAINTING: Interior/Exterior. Summer Specials! Call Steve cell 972-998-8573

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ENGLISH TUTOR: Diane Gottlieb M.Ed., M.S.W. SAT / ACT, College Essays, AP, Regents, ELA Test Prep, Reading comprehension and writing proficiency. 917-599-8007 or email: dianegot@gmail.com LongIslandEnglishTutor.com Providing one-on-one professional support to build confidence, knowledge and skills in every student. MATH, PHYSICS, SAT/ACT TUTOR, adjunct professor Calculus I,II, Algebra, trig, AP & Pre-Calc, IB, NYS Certified, highly experienced. Raj 516-7871026

MATH, SAT, ACT TUTOR: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2 plus Trig, Pre-Calc, AP Calculus. Norm 625-3314 ENGLISH, ACT, SAT TUTOR: 25+ year experience Critical Reading, Writing, Grammar, Essays. Lynne 625-3314

INSTRUCTION PIANO LESSONS By Ira Baslow. Experience the joy of playing the piano. Private lessons in your home, free no-obligation piano lesson, all levels, all styles, all ages. Beginners a specialty. 516-312-1054 www.iwantmypianolessons. com

CLEANING CLEANING SERVICES FOR OFFICES OR HOMES. Available 7 days a week. Excellent references. Own transportation. Gift Certificates available! Call 516-974-8959

MARIA’S CLEANING SERVICE Our excellent cleaning team will get your home or office spotless! Available Monday thru Friday 7am to 6pm Supplies provided if needed Own transportation Excellent references provided CALL 516-849-2026

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SPRING INTO ACTION LET US CLEAN YOUR HOUSE WINDOWS GARDEN CITY WINDOW CLEANING Home Window Cleaning Service by Owner Free Estimates Inside & Out Fully Insured 25 Years Experience 631-220-1851 or 516-764-5686 STRONG ARM CLEANING: Residential and commercial cleaning specialist, post construction clean ups, shipping and waxing floors, move ins and move outs. Free estimates. Bonded and insured. 516-5381125 www.strongarmcleaningny.com

SERVICES 1-866-We Junk It: All phases of rubbish removal & demolition. Residential, commercial, construction sites, kitchens, bathrooms, clean-ups, attics, basements, floods, fires. All size dumpsters. Same day service. Fully insured. Bob Cat Service. www.1866wejunkit.com 516-5411557

A & J MOVING & STORAGE: Established 1971. Long Island and New York State specialists. Residential, Commercial, Piano & Organ experts. Boxes available. Free estimates. www. ajmoving.com 516-741-2657 114 Jericho Tpk, Mineola NYDOT# 10405

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We are looking for articles on local topics, opinions, ideas, nice places to visit on Long Island, and even fiction. In our Discover magazine section, we will try to feature one new article and writer each week. Each writer will be reimbursed a stipend of $25.00, and articles should be between 1,500 and 3,000 words. If you want to be published and be part of an issue of Discovery, you may submit your article to: editor@gcnews.com

SERVICES COLLEGE ARTS ADMISSIONS: College Counseling in the Visual and Performing Arts. Dance, Musical Theatre & Drama. Film, Instrumental & Vocal Music. Audio Recording & Production. Theatre Technology & Production. Visual & Graphic Arts. Resume, Essays, Repertoire Lists. Michele Zimmerman. 516-353-6255 CollegeArtsAdmissions@gmail.com www.CollegeArtsAdmissions. com COMPLETE JUNK REMOVAL/DEMOLITION SERVICE: Strong Arm Contracting Inc. We haul anything and everything. Entire contents of home or office. We clean it up and take it away. Residential/Commercial. Bonded/Insured. Free estimates. 516-538-1125

DECLUTTER & ORGANIZE your home/office. We do it all. Create a life you love to look at. Free Consultation. Neat Freaks Lisa Marx and Randi Yerman 917-751-0395 www.neatfreaks1976.com instagram: organizethisnthat GENERATORS Sales and service. Maintenance contracts. Generac, Kohler. Mohrmann Electric Co., Inc. 516-826-3311 OLD VILLAGE TREE SERVICE: Owner operated since 1989. 24 hour emergency service. Licensed/insured. Free estimates, member LI Arborist Assoc. Please call 516-466-9220 PROFESSIONAL LETTER WRITER: Will write your letters of: Complaint, Regret, Applications, Correspondence, Thank You’s, Speeches, Reports, Cover Letters, Newsletters, Editing and more. Your letters will get results! Ron Goldberg 516567-8434 ron.e.goldberg@gmail. com

PSYCHOTHERAPY: Efrat Fridman, LCSW. Individual, couple and family therapy. effiefrid@gmail.com 2 Pinetree Lane, Old Westbury, NY 11568. 516-224-7670 or 225 West 35th Street, NY 10001 718887-4400

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Join the Last Hope cat rescue and adoption team! Volunteer orientations are held at our Wantagh adoption center the second Sunday of each month at 3:00 PM. Reservations not needed, but please fill out and fax a volunteer application in advance to 516-765-9181. You can download the application from our website: http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org. Click on “How to Help”, then “Become a Volunteer!”. Our adoption center is located at 3300 Beltagh Avenue in Wantagh.

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Visitors to the Long Island Children’s Museum this summer have been immersed in pattern exploration – thanks to LICM’s newest exhibit, Pattern Wizardry. This week, that exploration expands to include a musical concert, when Lena & The Happy Clam Band takes over the theater to present “Shiver Me, Patterns.”

Safe & Warm – Quilt Campaign

Monday, Aug 7, Wednesday, Aug 9 and Friday, Aug 11 from 10:30 am.–12:30 p.m. This free, drop in program allows families to create a quilt square to support Family and Children’s Association’s campaign on behalf of homeless teens on Long Island. Squares created at LICM have been underwritten by a generous project supporter. Please help by sharing this initiative with your family and friends to allow them to contribute to the campaign and spread the word about this project- weblink.donorperfect.com/FamilyQuilt. All ages. Free with museum admission.

The Puppet Project

Monday, Aug 7- Friday, Aug 11 from 1 to 3 p.m. Did you know that puppets have been crafted for thousands of years and used for storytelling in all cultures? Join in the fun as you design and engineer your own stick and rod puppet. Use exciting materials to build your own character as you learn how to create and operate your new creation. Develop your puppet’s character and learn how to perform for family and friends. To ensure that visitors have ample time to create their puppets, timed tickets will be issued. Ages: 3 and up. Fee: $5 with museum admission ($4 LICM members).

Green Teens

Tuesday, Aug 8 and Thursday, Aug 10 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Explore the worlds of science and nature with the Green Teens this summer in Our Backyard! Each week dig deeper into the unknown through handson learning experiences on alternative energy, water, habitats and more. Check out our website for Green Teens program updates. This is a free drop in program. Drop by anytime between 11a.m. –3 p.m. to participate. This program made possible with the support of National Grid. Ages: 3 and up. Free with museum admission.

Lena and the Happy Clam Band presents “Shiver Me, Patterns”

Tuesdays, August 8 at 11:30 a.m. Join “Lena and the Happy Clam Band” in this interactive, pirate-themed musical adventure to discover patterns in our world -- and find treasure! Patterns are everywhere -- in nature, music, and even in us! Come hear new music by award-winning songwriter by Lena Pennino-Smith, especially written to accompany our new exhibit, Pattern

Wizardry. Her previous shows at LICM include “Happy as Clams: the Musical,” “The Princess Frog” and “Full Circle.” Ages: 4 and up. Fee: $9 with museum admission ($7 LICM members), $12 theater only.

stART (Story + Art)

Tuesday, Aug 8 and Thursday, Aug 10 from 1-1:30 p.m. Join us each week as we read childhood classics and introduce new favorites; followed by a take-home, book-inspired craft. This week in stART we will be reading “Smiley Shark” by Ruth Galloway. After the story create your own Smiley Shark hat to wear home! Ages: 3-5. Fee: $3 with museum admission ($2 LICM members).

Music and Movement

Wednesday, Aug 9 from 11:30 a.m. – noon Enjoy creative movement exercises and interactive sing-alongs that get little bodies moving to the rhythm. Ages: 5 and under. Fee: $3 with museum admission ($2 LICM members).

Young Makers – Assemblages

Wednesday, Aug 9 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Calling all DIY kids to join us to explore the creativity and innovation used in the art of making. Learn practical skills and spark your interest as we investigate different materials and get your creativity flowing. Take part each week and become part of the grassroots maker movement as you discover the inventor in you! This week: Explore the concept of assemblage art (3D box sculptures) using found items. This program is made possible with the support of PSEG. Age: 3 and up. Free with museum admission.

Citizen Science Fridays: Monarch Larva Monitoring Project

Friday, August 11 from 11 a.m. – noon Be a citizen scientist this summer and study monarch butterflies in LICM’s Milkweed Garden. By measuring plants, rainfall and monarch eggs you will be collecting real data for scientists at the University of Minnesota Monarch Lab. Your data will help them understand butterfly migration and will help conserve this threatened species! Each Friday morning, take a walk through this garden and see how the plants grow and are a habitat for visiting monarchs. This program is made possible with the support of the Rob and Melani Walton Sustainability Solutions Initiatives at Arizona State University. Ages: 4 and up. Free with museum admission.

Kids in the Kitchen Family Series

Friday, August 11 from 1:30 to 2 p.m. LICM’s popular Early Childhood program expands in the summer to welcome older siblings who enjoy time in the kitchen. Have fun creating simple dishes that will inspire kids and adults to get

Collecting Scientific Data - Young visitors to the Long Island Children’s Museum are learning to become citizen scientists as they record observations and collect data about the Museum’s milkweed garden. cooking together. Create tasty treats and enjoy your yummy creations at the end of each class. This week’s treat: Cinnamon Marshmallow Rolls Ages: 3-8. Material fee: $5 with museum admission ($4 LICM members).

Messy Afternoons

Saturday, Aug. 12 and Sunday, Aug 13 from 3:30-5 p.m. We’ll be up to our elbows in oobleck, clean mud and slime … and we hope you’ll join us for the type of artistic activities that everyone loves, but not one likes to clean-up after. Except us! Ages: 18 months – 4 years. Free with museum admission.

Traveling Exhibit - Pattern Wizardry

Through Sunday, September 3 Pattern Wizardry is a wildly whimsical sensory experience presented entirely in rhyme that features four interactive areas, each focusing on a specific type of of pattern: Spiral Spells, Tessellation Station, Branch, Branch and Linear Lab. The exhibition also features a Wizard Library, a computer pattern station where kids can create their own patterns and Symmetry Sorcery, where children investigate how we use symmetry to organize patterns. In this trilingual (English/Spanish/ French) exhibit, children are introduced to the fundamentals of patterns as the building blocks of our natural and man-made world. Patterns teach children how to: • Use patterns to organize and enrich our lives; • Be creative by using their

Puppets Pop Up at LICM – Make a character to tell your story at LICM’s Puppet Project every weekday afternoon. imaginations; • Build awareness and apprecia tion for mathematics, nature and world customs; • Work cooperatively; • Gain skills in research and critical thinking This exhibit is made possible with the support of Astoria Bank. All ages. Free with museum admission.

Seasonal Exhibit – Our Backyard

Through September 3, 2017 Visit LICM’s award-winning outdoor exhibit; explore the sensory garden and play and experiment with the properties of water as you connect with your inner naturalist. Create summer showers “on demand” using a hand pump and showerhead. Try racing boats down two rills and splash in the streambed. Make evaporation art or take the helm of our weather boat. All ages. Free with museum admission.

About LI Children’s Museum

All activities are held at the Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave, Garden City, NY. For the safety of our visitors, Adults are not permitted in the Museum without children; all Museum visitors under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Museum Hours: Daily from 10 am.-5 p.m. Museum admission: $13 for adults and children over 1 year old, $12 seniors, FREE to museum members and children under 1 year old. Additional fees for theater and special programs may apply. For additional information, contact 516-224-5800.

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LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF NASSAU NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO WACHOVIA BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR WELLS FARGO ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, MORTGAGE P A S S - T H R O U G H CERTIFICATES, SERIES 20052 Plaintiff, vs. BRADLEY BARNETT, LUANNE BARNETT, et al., Defendants PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT In pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the office of the County Clerk of Nassau County on May 23, 2017, I, David Sloan, Esq., the Referee named in said Judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on August 15, 2017 at the Nassau County Supreme Court, Calendar Control Part Courtroom (CCP), 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, County of Nassau, State of New York, at 11:30 A.M., the premises described as follows: 65 Rodeo Drive Oyster Bay Cove, NY 11791 SBL No.: 25-C-01-1102 ALL THAT TRACT OF PARCEL OF LAND situate in the Village of Oyster Bay Cove, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and the State of New York The premises are sold subject to the provisions of the filed judgment, Index No. 15--002994 in the amount of $619,929.29 plus interest and costs. Richard S. Mullen, Esq. Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP Plaintiff’s Attorney 700 Crossroads Building, 2

State St. Rochester, New York 14614 Tel.: 855-227-5072 SYO 4068 4X 07/14,21,28,08/04 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR SASCO MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-WF1, Plaintiff, AGAINST GERLANDO BASILE, et al. Defendant(s) Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly entered September 27, 2016 I the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the CCP (Calendar Control Part Courtroom) in the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on August 15, 2017 at 11:30 AM premises known as 139 COLD SPRING ROAD, SYOSSET, NY 11791 All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being Syosset in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York. Section 25, Block 23 and Lot 25 Approximate amount of judgment $1,030,875.40 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment. Index #7315/08 THOMAS A. DEMARIA, ESQ., Referee, Aldridge Pite, LLP - Attorneys for Plaintiff – 40 Marcus Drive, Suite 200, Melville, NY 11747 SYO 4069 4X 07/14,21,28,08/04 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU OCFF, LLC AND CARTER STREET HOLDING CORP., Plaintiff

AGAINST John E. Durst and Stephanie Durst, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly dated June 05, 2017 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom of the Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501, on August 29, 2017 at 11:30AM, premises known as 51 SABINE ROAD, OYSTER BAY COVE, NY 11791. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Oyster Bay Cove, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, SECTION 25, BLOCK C-1, LOT 1059. Approximate amount of judgment $1,832,581.13 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment for Index# 6568/07. Stephen D. Kutner, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 1775 Wehrle Drive, Suite 100 Williamsville, NY 14221 SYO 4071 4X 07/28,08/04,11,18 LEGAL NOTICE Notice of formation of J&J Jericho Capital LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with NY Secy. of State (SSNY) on 05/12/2017. Location: Nassau County. SSNY designated for service of process and shall mail copy of process served against the LLC to Registered Agent: Legalinc Corporate Services Inc 1967 Wehrle Drive, Suite 1#086, Buffalo, NY 14221. Purpose: to manage property. JNJ 7851 6X 07/28,08/04,11,18,25,09/01

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Incidents that have occurred recently in the local area include: At the Tides Motor Inn, located on Bayville Road in Locust Valley, damage was done to the hood of a vehicle that was parked between 10 p.m. on July 2 and 10:30 a.m. on July 3. n

A 28-year-old man from Manhasset was arrested and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated on Thompson Shore Road in that town on July 3 at 5:40 a.m. n

A wallet was stolen from a vehicle on Locust Street in Westbury between 10 p.m. on July 3 and 8 a.m. the following morning. n

A phone charger and money were stolen from a locker at a location on Earl Street in Westbury. The items were taken between 11:30 p.m. on July 3 and 11 a.m. the next day.

Macy’s on Northern Boulevard in Manhasset. Arrested and charged with Shoplifting were a 25-year-old woman from Sunnyside and a 26-year-old woman from Woodside. n

Sometime between 6 p.m. on July 6 and 8 a.m. the next morning, a work vehicle was damaged on Hillside Avenue in New Hyde Park. n

At 12:15 a.m. on July 7, a 42-year-old woman from Great Neck was arrested and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated on Main Street in Roslyn. n

On July 7, between 7 and 9 p.m., fifteen bottles of perfume were stolen from Victoria’s Secret in East Garden City. n

At 10 p.m. on July 7, a 33-year-old woman from Brooklyn was arrested and charged with Shoplifting from Macy’s in East Garden City.

A 33-year-old woman from Mineola was arrested and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated on Westbury Avenue in Carle Place at 3:40 a.m. on July 4.

While driving on the Long Island Expressway at Exit 41 South in Jericho, a 39-yearold man from Brooklyn was arrested and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated at 3:50 a.m. on July 9.

The passenger-side window of a victim’s vehicle was shattered on Janos Lane in West Hempstead between 6:15 and 9:20 p.m. on July 4. n

Sometime between 11 p.m. on July 4 and 11 a.m. the next morning, unknown subjects broke the rear right passenger window of a victim’s vehicle on Lindenmere Drive in Merrick. n

At 4:35 a.m. on July 5, a 42-year-old man from Deer Park was arrested on the Long Island Expressway at Exit 34 in North Hills. He was charged with Driving While Intoxicated.

At Sears, located on Union Turnpike in North New Hyde Park, a 21-year-old man from Manhasset Hills was arrested & was charged with Shoplifting on July 10 at 2:45 p.m. n

A cell phone was stolen from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles in East Garden City at 1:45 p.m. on July 11. n

At Macy’s in East Garden City, a 28-year-old man and a 34-year-old man, both from Brooklyn, were arrested and charged with Shoplifting at 3:30 p.m. on July 12.

At LA Fitness in East Garden City, a wallet was stolen from a locker at 8:45 a.m. on July 6.

On July 12, between 7:40 and 8:30 p.m., a backpack and wallet were stolen from a locker at Lifetime Fitness in East Garden City.

At 5:20 p.m. on July 6, two women were arrested at

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Syosset, Jericho & Woodbury runners score in Heart & Sole 5K run

The 14th annual Heart & Sole 5 Kilometer Run on Sunday morning July 16th was a lot different than in previous years. Plans for construction at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Middle School caused the event to be moved to the Old Bethpage Village Restoration, on a tough course that included a tour of the Village itself and the dreaded up and down hills from the main Parking Lot to the Round Swamp Road entrance to the facility. Over 400 runners and walkers enjoyed the 5K, preceded by a 1/4 mile Fun Run on the Village grounds which was enjoyed by about 50 youngsters. Runners from Syosset, Jericho and Woodbury won their share of Awards in the 5K Run, led by Lauren Gruber of Syosset, whose finishing

time of 22 minutes, 27 seconds earned her the second place award in the women’s 16-19 age group, and Jason Fishbein of Syosset, who took second place honors in the special award category for Northwell Physicians with a time of 23 minutes, 37 seconds. 10 year old Jessica Weissman of Jericho finished in 33:13 to win the second place award in the female 12 and under age group. Heidi Smolevitz of Woodbury scored 3rd in the 25-29 age group with a finishing time of 26:11. Pamela Lee of Syosset finished in 27 minutes, 29 seconds to score 3rd in the women’s 60-64 age group. Constance Sehlmeyer earned the first place award in the women’s 70 plus age group with a time of 31:13. The amazing Bert Jablon took first place honors in the

90 and over age group, crossing the finish line in 44:07. Thanks go to Michael Fener, the Executive Director of Northwell Health System’s Plainview and Syosset Hospitals, and Dr. Alan Mensch, Senior Vice President of Medical Affairs at Plainview and Syosset Hospitals, for making the event a reality again this year. Race management chores were orchestrated by the Greater Long Island Running Club, with the Club’s Ric DiVeglio serving as the Director of the event. Thanks as well to Nassau County Legislator Rose Marie Walker, who once again served as the Official Starter for the Run, and to Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joe Saladino, Oyster Bay Town Councilman Tom Hand, former New York State Assemblyman

Steve Labriola and former Plainview-Old Bethpage Board of Education member Angel Cepeda for being on hand to support our efforts. A special thank you to the Nassau County Department of Parks, Recreation & Museums for making the Village Restoration available for the event. Thanks also to those most generous sponsors, without whom the event could not have been staged; Kravet, Inc., Central Island Health Care, Huntington Hills Center for Health & Rehabilitation, Daleview Care Center, Speech Services of Long island, Modern Sprinkler Corporation, Infertility Associates of Long Island, the Medical Staffs of Plainview Hospital & Syosset Hospitals, Help Repair & Maintenance, Jonas Chiropractic & Sports Industry

Care, the Massaepqua Chamber of Commerce, Dr. Isaac Almuri & Dr. Alan Mensch, as well as generous in kind Donors such as All Round Foods, Panera’s, Trader Joe’s. Among the highlights of the Awards Ceremony that followed the July 16th Heart & Sole 5 Kilometer Run was the presentation of a special plaque to Francesca Carlow, the Honoree of this year’s Run. Francesca and her family have owned Trio Hardware in the heart of Plainview for nearly 50 years, she is the Past President of the Plainview-Old Bethpage Chamber of Commerce, and currently is the President of the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce. It was a well deserved honor for a most deserving lady!

Jessica Weissman

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The view from the start in the Old Bethpage Restoration Village

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Syosset, Jericho & Woodbury runners score in Heart & Sole 5K run 90 Year old Bert Jablon is congratulated on his award by (L to R) formerPlainview-Old Bethpage School Board member Angel Cepeda, Oyster Bay Town Councilman Tom Hand, and Dr. Alan Mensch, Senior Vice President of medical affairs for Plainview and Syosset Hospitals

Pictured here, Francesca Carlow (2nd R) is presented with the special plaque by Race Director Ric DiVeglio (L), Plainview & Syosset Hospitals Executive Director Michael Fener (2nd L), and Dr. Alan Mensch, Senior Vice President of Medical Affairs for Plainview and Syosset Hospitals (R)

COLLEGE NOTES Continued from page 4 Sydney Phelan, a member of the class of 2019 from Syosset, has been named to the spring 2017 Dean’s List at Loyola University Maryland. In order to qualify for the Dean’s List at Loyola, a student must achieve a minimum QPA of at least 3.500 for the term, provided that, in the term they have successfully completed courses totaling a minimum of 15 credits. n

Sarah Altman of Syosset, was one of more than 1,200 undergraduate students who earned their degrees during the spring 2017 semester at SUNY New Paltz. Congratulations! n

Instead of relaxing by the pool, 87 students from St. Joseph’s University are spending 10 weeks (May - August) in rigorous independent research as Summer Scholars, including Kevin Cooney, major from Syosset. Program director Jean Smolen, Ph.D., associate dean of mathematics, natural sciences and computer science, says that the program, now in its 12th official year, gives students the opportunity to work individually with faculty mentors on research projects that deepen their understanding of an aspect of their major course of study, or occasionally, a discipline that is new to them. The program offers a competitive $3,200 stipend and scholars have the opportunity to live on campus with subsidized housing. This year, the program Involves 52 faculty mentors representing 22 disciplines. At the conclusion of their work, scholars are encouraged to showcase their projects throughout the upcoming academic year. n

The following local students have been named to the University of Delaware Dean’s List for the Spring 2017 semester:

Syosset

Bari Badler, Alexandra Fine, Juliana Iavarone, Matthew Lang, Juliette Lassig, Deanna Longo, Evan Lowitt, Paxton Mittleman, Gregory O’Brien, Zachary Senzer, Josephine Sorge, Victoria Vallone, and Matthew Zipkowitz of Syosset

Woodbury

Victoria Albanese, Catherine Cirella, Sabrina Giacobbe, Kayla Neiderfer, Stephanie Schwartz, Sydney Schorr, Brianna Ventricelli n

Nassau CountyLegislator Rose Walker (C) and her grandson Aiden were welcomed to the event by Race Director Ric DiVeglio (L) and Greater Long Island Running Club President Mike Polansky (R)

The State University of New York at Geneseo has announced its Dean’s List for the spring semester 2017. To be on the list, a student must have achieved at least a 3.5 grade point average while taking a minimum of 12 credit hours. Dean’s List honorees from Jericho include: Nina Glodstein, Ericka Sawhney, Jordan Leventhal, John

Nelson, Melanie Yanar. n

Hofstra University congratulates the following local students named to the Spring 2017 Dean’s List for their outstanding academic achievement. Students must earn a grade point average of at least 3.5 during the semester to make the Dean’s List.

Syosset

Jonathan Bram, Joseph Dimonte, Laura Hyde, Kayla Scordo, Mackenzie Stephens, Adam Zuckerbrod

Jericho

Brandon Adler, Nicole Brennan, Ryan Brotter, Andrew Feng, Ananya Jain

Woodbury

Michael Bruzzone, Max Klipper, Anna Nicolardi n

Hofstra University is proud to announce the Spring 2017 Provost’s List, which recognizes students who have earned a perfect 4.0 grade point average. The following local students have earned this distinction: Maxwell Strauss of Jericho; Rachel Moskowitz of Jericho; Jacqueline Berkovsky of Syosset; Anisha Chaudhry of Woodbury; Alexa Pascarella of Woodbury n

Kyle Becker of Jericho, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Directing Narrative Fiction at Emerson College’s 137th commencement ceremony, held on May 14. n

Jennifer Fifer-Livingstone of Woodbury has won a Student Award for Academic Excellence from Farmingdale State College n

Daniel Kim of Jericho, excelled during the Fall 2016 semester at Hofstra University, achieving a GPA of at least 3.5 to earn a spot on the Dean’s List. n

Local residents were among more than 1,600 students who were named to The University of Scranton’s Dean’s List for the 2017 spring semester. The Dean’s List recognizes students for academic excellence. A student must have a grade point average of 3.5 or better with a minimum number of credit hours during the semester to make the Dean’s List. The students are: • Emily J. Calderone of Syosset, a junior nursing major in the University’s Panuska College of Professional Studies. • Caroline E. Checca of Syosset, a junior human resources studies major in the University’s Panuska College of Professional Studies.

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$726,500 Sold Price: $1,650,000 Date: 06/20/2017 5 beds, 4 Full/1 Half baths Style: Colonial

# of Families: 1 Lot Size: 100x200 Schools: Syosset MLS# 2924185

18 London Road, Syosset Sold Price: $698,000 Date: 06/05/2017 5 beds, 3 Full baths Style: Split # of Families: 1 Lot Size: 72x100 Schools: Syosset Total Taxes: $19,990 MLS# 2911510

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6 Doone Drive, Syosset

Sold Price: $980,000 Date: 06/09/2017 4 beds, 3 Full/1 Half baths Style: Colonial # of Families: 1

Lot Size: 70x100 Schools: Syosset Total Taxes: $21,081 MLS# 2910642

Sold Price: $683,000 Date: 06/05/2017 3 beds, 3 Full baths Style: Colonial # of Families: 1 Lot Size: 65x119 Schools: Syosset Total Taxes: $18,158 MLS# 2928498

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* Based on MLS-LI data from residential, condo and co-op closings in Jericho for the period 7/1/16 to 6/30/17. 110 WALT WHITMAN ROAD, HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746. 631.549.7401 | Â© 2017 DOUGLAS ELLIMAN REAL ESTATE. ALL MATERIAL PRESENTED HEREIN IS INTENDED FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY. WHILE, THIS INFORMATION IS BELIEVED TO BE CORRECT, IT IS REPRESENTED SUBJECT TO ERRORS, OMISSIONS, CHANGES OR WITHDRAWAL WITHOUT NOTICE. ALL PROPERTY INFORMATION, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO SQUARE FOOTAGE, ROOM COUNT, NUMBER OF BEDROOMS AND THE SCHOOL DISTRICT IN PROPERTY LISTINGS SHOULD BE VERIFIED BY YOUR OWN ATTORNEY, ARCHITECT OR ZONING EXPERT. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY.