Half Hollow Hills Newspaper - February 28, 2013

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TOWN OF HUNTINGTON

Whitman Shops To Welcome P.F. Chang’s Mall pushes for ‘premium brands’ as talks continue with Kate Spade, Urban Outfitters

By Jacqueline Birzon jbirzon@longislandernews.com

Above, a rendering of what Walt Whitman Shops’ center court will look like after construction. The mall continues to transform, with P.F. Chang’s China Bistro scheduled to open in September. Simon Property Group is in talks with Kate Spade and Urban Outfitters.

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110, Jericho Among Deadliest Roads Report examines pedestrian deaths throughout tri-state area Half Hollow Hills photo/Luann Dallojacono

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A P.F. Chang’s restaurant is slated to open at the Walt Whitman Shops in the fall, the latest announcement reflecting the sizeable investment Simon Property Group has made into the Huntington Station mall.

Anne Deanovic, account supervisor at Olson PR, which represents the high-end Asian-American restaurant chain, confirmed on Monday that PF Chang’s will open mid-September.

Town of Huntington Land Management Site History reports indicate Simon is also in talks with retailers such as Kate Spade and Urban Outfitters.

Attracting high-end brands such as these to Huntington Station is telling of the ways in which the mall is being made more attractive to potential buyers. A major renovation was announced in 2011. Plans have brought a name change (dropping “mall” and adding “shops”) and expansion along the Route

110 side. Second floors are being added in select areas as well as 72,000 additional square feet of rentable retail space. Work is expected to finish in September.

The time when visiting the mall meant shopping at moderately priced stores is quickly becoming a trend of the past, as it is clear the mall is moving towards a more upscale environment.

Words like “finest shops” and “revitalization” are being used in press releases to describe the mall’s recent evolution.

Claire’s, a jewelry store described as a “specialty retailer of fashionable accessories and jewelry at affordable prices” on its website, has been replaced by Swarovski, a “manufacturer, marketer and retailer of premium jewelry and consumer products.”

Gone, too, are stores like Aeropostale and Talbot’s.

The addition of more upscale tenants caters to a different retail market, with Walt Whitman Shops welcoming premium luxury brands such as Henri Bendel,

By Mike Koehler mkoehler@longislandernews.com

Two of the tri-state area’s most dangerous roads lie within the Town of Huntington, according to a recent study.

Jericho Turnpike and Route 110 were front and center on the TriState Transportation Campaign’s Most Dangerous Roads for Walking study. The report was released Monday afternoon.

The nonprofit reviewed 1,242 pedestrian deaths on roads in Connecticut, New Jersey and New York between 2009 and 2011. All of the data comes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Fatality Analysis Reporting System.

Route 25 was the third most dangerous road in tri-state area, up from (Continued on page A18)

Route 110, along with Jericho Turnpike, was identified as one of the most dangerous roads for pedestrians in a report issued Monday.

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TOWN OF HUNTINGTON

Assembly: Don’t Shortchange LI Schools Local elected officials launch online petition to press governor for increased state aid Half Hollow Hills photo/Jacqueline Birzon

By Jacqueline Birzon jbirzon@longislandernews.com

Urging parents, teachers and residents to reach out to Governor Andrew Cuomo’s office, local assemblymen are pushing for increased educational aid to Long Island school districts.

At a press conference Monday at Walt Whitman High School, members of the Long Island Assembly Minority Delegation and education advocates called attention to the disproportionate allocation of aid to Long Island schools compared with those throughout New York State.

Under Gov. Cuomo’s 2013-2014 executive budget proposal, Long Island students would receive approximately $66 in new funding per student, compared to the New York City average of $129 and the statewide average of $119.

According to preliminary estimates of state aid to districts, the Half Hollow Hills School District received a total of $24,762,308 from 2011-2012, and $25,950,846 in 2012-2013. In 2013-2014, the district stands to receive $25,872,038 in state funds, a $37,204 or a 0.1-percent reduction from the prior year.

Assemblyman Joseph Saladino (R-Massapequa) said Long Island represents 17 percent of school-age children in the state, and it is only fair that the region receive 17 percent of all education funding in the budget.

Assemblyman Chad Lupinacci (R-Huntington Station) said 40 percent of students in the South Huntington Union Free School District receive a free or reduced lunch, adding insult to injury as another example of how a Long Island district is being “shortchanged’ by the state.

Lawmakers said the most detrimental aspect of the financial burden placed on schools is the direct implications the cuts

Assemblyman Chad Lupinacci urges parents and taxpayers to rally for increased state aid for Long Island schools during a press conference at Walt Whitman High School Monday. have for students. Lupinacci said measures such as eliminating full-day kindergarten, shifting to six-period days and eliminating after-school sports have become probable realities for Long Island districts.

Assemblyman Andrew Raia (R-East Northport) said it is the job of the taxpayers to send the governor the message that Long Island’s children won’t be shortchanged.

“We need to equip our educators with the resources it takes to continue this history of

service to our children. Long Islanders are faced with crippling property tax rates, and we deserve a return on our investment,” Raia said.

James March of the Nassau-Suffolk School Boards Association said the governor uses Long Island as a “cash cow.”

“We are wealthy—not in dollar signs, but in our investment in schools,” March said.

South Huntington Union Free School District Superintendent David Bennardo

said 20 percent of the district’s budget comes from state aid, and last year’s budget already reduced state aid. At this point, Bennardo said, the issue has become exacerbated, and leaves administrators little choice when formulating their own budget.

“What part of the formula decides which districts will get a cut?” he said.

Local assembly members launched an online petition for residents to join the cause and press the governor for increased aid by visiting http://bit.ly/LISchools.

DIX HILLS

ZBA Signs Off On Campanelli Nursery Revamp Decision requires shipments to be unloaded within Deerk Park Avenue property

By Danny Schrafel dscharfel@longislandernews.com

Tailgaters Inc., the owners of the Campanelli Garden Center in Dix Hills, has been given the go-ahead to move ahead with a major overhaul of their Deer Park Avenue property.

A major tenet of the plan, which was approved unanimously by the Zoning Board of Appeals Feb. 4, would move nursery deliveries from the roadside of MacNiece Place onto the nursery property. As a condition of approval, Campanelli Garden Centers cannot load or unloading trucks in the street, and paved ingress and egress driveways feeding into MacNiece Place would facilitate counterclockwise circulation of traffic on the property and allow for on-site deliveries.

Neighbors in the Dix Hills community near Campanelli Garden Center said the number of deliveries have greatly increased since the Campanelli family took ownership of the nursery in 2011. Others complained about overflow parking in front of homes on Talon Way during peak hours, and residents questioned whether a tractor-trailer would be able to make a clean left-hand turn from MacNiece into the nursery.

Michael McCarthy, the applicant’s attor-

ney, said small tweaks to the entranceways for the nursery will make a big difference.

He described the revised entrances, which are now fanned out slightly, and said they will increase the turning radius for truckers.

“The truck can come into MacNiece, swing the left-hand turn into the property, unload on the property and get off the properly very easily and make a right onto Deer Park Avenue and get onto the expressway,” he said.

The Zoning Board also set hours of operation as a condition of approval. The nursery will be permitted to operate Monday, Thursday and Saturday from 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday from 8 a.m.5 p.m., and Sunday from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

McCarthy said Tailgaters Inc. is now preparing to make a site plan application.

Their proposal would replace all existing structures of the property, except for four 12-foot by 20-foot mulch bins near the South Service Road, with two storage structures, of 3,852 square feet and 3,200 square feet on the east side of the property, and a 900-square-foot retail sales center.

The applicants said that the proposal would provide for improved aesthetics and security. Vehicles would be stored in the largest buildings, and formal entrances would also allow the nursery to be gated and fenced to prevent theft and vandalism.

Tailgaters Inc. has received ZBA approval for their plans to revamp the Campanelli Garden Center in Dix Hills.

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POLICE REPORT Compiled by Mike Koehler

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Who Would Do That To A BMW?

dent readers: Did you learn anything new last week To eat or not to eat… One of the folks in the or just watch movies? office has a calendar of urban myths, and he pulled one off that caught my eye, especially as Goin’ to the chicken show… Of course I’ve many New Year’s resolutions go by the wayside. heard of dog shows, where the best and brightest According to the calendar, eating after 8 p.m. will pups get to strut their stuff in front of thousands. not cause you to gain weight. What really matters But a parade of chickens? Sing me up! I’ll bet most is the battle between calories consumed and caloof us think of chickens for ries used. I’ve heard my fair share of old wives’ their more utilitarian purtales, hoaxes and myths over IN THE KNOW poses, shall we say, but with the years – remember the WITH AUNT ROSIE a bit of primping and preengrapefruit diet? – but this one ing, you can have some truly never sat well with me. Why would 8 p.m. be a gorgeous birds with elabomagical barrier between a one-piece swimsuit and rate, stylish feather-dos, vibrant colors, luxurious a two-piece? What if I worked at night and slept in down and even curly-looking mop tops. In fact, the morning? If I ate later than earlier, wouldn’t I there’s a woman who has filled two books with phoburn off the fat and put it back on later? It’s all just tographs and narratives about her fascination with too confusing. I think I’ll stick with eating smaller, show poultry. frequent meals and exercising as best I can.

Take that, pizza burn… While we’re on the topic of food – you know what drives me nuts? When I burn the roof of my mouth with hot food. The kids call it “pizza burn,” or so says my niece. Usually it happens after you blow on your food for a while, think you’re ready for a nosh, and then, bingo – it gets you. Argh. I went on the search for some solutions to the ol’ pizza burn, paired with some Aunt Rosie know-how. After it first happens, one suggestion is to put ice cubes in your mouth to make it hurt less and limit the long-term effects; then, gargle with lukewarm salt water. You can also swish milk in your mouth to coat and protect from further pain (that is also helpful with spicy foods). If the burn still gets you, try to avoid spicy foods while your mouth heals, resist the urge to “play” with the roof of your mouth with your tongue, and if all else fails, just wait a while – it should heal within a week or so. If it takes longer, check with your doctor to make sure you don’t have something more serious.

What a bummer… Back in September, last week was supposed to be a weeklong break for public school students. But after Sandy struck and classes were canceled for so long, winter break went out the window. More vacation days are even being canceled after the blizzard. Color me crazy for thinking that families who scheduled trips for the break didn’t just cancel them because school was still in session. An ongoing education is essential for everyone, young and old, but it’s hard to walk away from an out-of-state trip with the plane tickets burning a hole in your pocket. This goes out to all of my stuPICTURE THIS

Misdirected waste… It turns out we made a little boo-boo a few weeks ago in our story about the town’s new curbside electronic waste recycling program – we gave you the wrong phone number! Instead of giving you the e-waste number, we gave you the assessor’s number, which is a very good number to have, but they can’t help you much if you want to recycle your widgets and gizmos. The kids asked me to share with you the correct e-waste recycling number, and I do so with pleasure – to make a date to toss your electronic waste correctly, call the town at: 631-351-3239.

Welcome home! Canon is finally moving into their new Melville headquarters. The corporate giant celebrated a ground-breaking back in May 2010. Once the beams were installed, the 668,296 square-foot facility quickly took shape. It looked nearly operational from the outside when one of our reporters toured the campus last year, and it’s been sitting pretty this winter. The Melville facility will house 1,400 employees, although we’ve heard more are possible down the road. In a time where money is tight and businesses are giving up, we are excited to see such a major player join the Route 110 corridor and the Town of Huntington.

(Aunt Rosie wants to hear from you! If you have comments, ideas, or tips about what’s happening in your neck of the woods, write to me today and let me know the latest. To contact me, drop a line to Aunt Rosie, c/o The Long-Islander, 149 Main Street, Huntington NY 11743. Or try the e-mail at aunt.rosieli@gmail.com)

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Suffolk police responded to Greenlawn on Feb. 23 about a possible road rage incident. The complainant said someone pulled into a driveway, when he was approached by another person. The other motorist said he was driving too slowly and kicked the complainant’s 2008 Toyota.

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A Huntington Station resident called Suffolk County police about a break-in on Feb. 21. The complainant said a man took a guitar and amplifier from a detached garage.

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Staff from Melville elder law firm Genser Dubow Genser & Cona spend a day at the Long Island Cares warehouse where they sorted toys and coats and packed food to give to those in need.

Suffolk police responded to Huntington on Feb. 23 about criminal mischief. The complainant said the hood of a 2012 BMW 528 XI was scratched and the back license plate was pulled off.

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An Amityville woman was arrested by Suffolk County police in Huntington Station on Feb. 20. The 24-year-old allegedly took clothing from an upscale department store.

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MELVILLE

Seeds Of Charity Temple families donate money to plant trees in Israel for 26 Sandy Hook victims

By Mike Koehler mkoehler@longislandernews.com

Tucked away just off the South Service Road in Melville, Temple Beth Torah is almost 100 miles away from Newtown, Conn. and more than 2,500 miles from Israel.

But when the Hebrew school started talking about charity, they set their sights far in the distance.

Hebrew School students recently purchased 26 trees to plant in Israel honoring the 26 killed in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting.

Rabbi Susie Heneson Moskowitz said students were discussing tzedakah – Hebrew for charity – when sisters Paige, Hailey and Nikki Elbert mentioned an idea “Papa” Leon Rutman once told them.

“It was a terrible thing that happened in Connecticut. A lot of people want to do something in memory of them. We thought that planting a living tree was a good idea,” Nikki, 10, said.

Planting trees in Israel, Moskowitz added, is a common way Jews honor the dead.

“In Judaism, it’s very common to plant trees in Israel in memory of someone,” Moskowitz said.

The conversation took place in January around the same time as Tu B’Shevat – the Jewish holiday of the trees. Currently celebrated similar to Arbor Day, Tu B’Shevat has its roots in taxation and harvest.

“They were a source of income and livelihood. They needed to know what you could be taxed on and when you could make an offering to God,” the rabbi said.

With Tu B’Shevat falling on Jan. 26 this year, Hebrews school students spent two weeks raising money from families for the project.

“We recommended a dollar per person in your family,” Moskowitz said.

Students also created posters to promote the event in the temple.

When the fundraising ended, the students collected more than $300 for the

Representing all of the Hebrew school students at Temple Beth Torah, Rebecca Feldman holds the certificate they received for raising $300 to plant trees honoring Sandy Hook victims in Israel.

Jewish National Fund to buy trees.

Moskowitz said they received a copy of their certificate from the Jewish National Fund on Monday. The original will go to a synagogue in Newtown, Conn. Paige said they would see it on Wednesday when they went back to Hebrew school.

“I think it’s pretty typical of the many social action projects we do at Temple Beth Torah. It’s a very important part of practicing our faith,” she said.

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TOWN OF HUNTINGTON

Democrats Seek Electoral Hat Trick Legislators confirm they will seek re-election in 2013 campaign Half Hollow Hills photo/Danny Schrafel

By Danny Schrafel dschrafel@longislandernews.com

Huntington’s slate of Suffolk County leaders will each seek re-election this term, Legislators Steve Stern, Lou D’Amaro and William Spencer have announced.

Stern, of Dix Hills, and D’Amaro, of North Babylon, will each seek a fifth twoyear term. Spencer, of Centerport, announced last week he will run for a second term.

Stern said he is running to “continue to build on a record that I’m very proud of,” focusing on financial, environmental and quality of life issues. In a new term, he said he would continue to work on developing new emergency and disaster relief programs, and work toward ensuring gas stations have backup energy sources to access fuel during widespread power outages.

Stern said he would also like to oversee implementation of two programs he has championed. The first, a requirement for all Suffolk County boaters to pass a boating safety course and carry their certificate on their vessel, goes into effect next year. Another, the new Vets to Vets program, is in its opening stages.

“Suicide rates amongst service members is unacceptably too high, and we developed a program that would provide vital services to veterans and their families,” Stern said.

“We’ve started that program, but now it’s about implementation and making a real, meaningful impact.”

D’Amaro, who has built a reputation as a fiscal hawk during his four terms seated at

Incumbent Legislators Steve Stern, Lou D’Amaro and William Spencer will seek re-election to the Suffolk County Legislature. Stern and D’Amaro are each seeking a fifth term; Spencer will vie for his second. the horseshoe, said the county’s fiscal health is a major motivator for seeking a fifth term.

“We still have some unfinished business in protecting taxpayers,” he said. “There’s more work to be done this year.”

Now back at the helm of the Ways and Means committee, D’Amaro said he plans to be a partner with County Executive Steve Bellone to bring reform proposals to fruition.

“We’re pretty much on the same page.

We’re committed to making county gov-

ernment much more efficient than it is now and cleaning up the books,” he said.

In addition to fiscal issues and constituent services, community safety will continue to be a major focus in a fifth term, D’Amaro said. The county has had success in fighting gangs, particularly in Huntington Station, and the legislator said he wants to continue those efforts.

Meanwhile, Spencer formally kicked off his campaign at Huntington’s Ting restaurant Feb. 20, an event filled with Democratic power players, elected officials past

and present from Huntington Town Hall and Northport Village, and leaders of organized labor.

The fundraiser was dedicated to Legislature Presiding Officer William Lindsay, who is receiving experimental treatment for a second bout of lung cancer. Spencer said the presiding officer is in good spirits.

“He went through surgery, he went through treatment. He seemed to be poised to come back for his final year stronger than ever,” Spencer said. “Unfortunately, he had the news that his cancer returned.”

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MELVILLE

Cause Of Fatal Crash Under Investigation

By Mike Koehler mkoehler@longislandernews.com

Police aren’t sure why a Melville man lost control of his car, but criminal charges are not expected in the fatal crash that followed.

Sidney Stein, 82, was driving a 2004 Lexus northbound on Bagatelle Road on Feb. 21. Suffolk police said he abruptly lost control, crossing into the southbound lane and hitting a tree just north of Hemingway drive around 3:35 p.m.

Suffolk Det./Lt. William Burke said his detectives found no obvious damage to the car or other evidence of external factors that caused Stein to lose control. No other vehicles were involved in the accident, he added, and Stein was alone in the Lexus.

Former Melville Fire Chief David Kaplan was the first responder. Seeing the Lexus against the tree, rescuers from both the Melville and Dix Hills Fire Departments were able to remove Stein without much trouble.

However, the Melville man was in cardiac arrest. Kaplan said he had no pulse, was not breathing and was unconscious.

“We initiated CPR and provided advanced life support,” he said.

The Melville Fire Department took Stein to North Shore LIJ Plainview Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

An investigation is underway by the Suffolk County Medical Examiner’s office and police impounded the Lexus for a safety check. Kaplan declined to speculate if the

medical condition caused the accident, but did say that motor vehicle accidents can lead to cardiac assault.

“We did everything we could from basic and advanced life support in accordance with our protocols,” Kaplan said.

A graveside service was held on Sunday at New Montefiore Cemetery in Farmingdale. Arrangements provided by I.J. Morris Funeral Homes.

Stein’s family could not be reached for comment.

TOWN OF HUNTINGTON

Town Board Seeks To Raise Settlement Cap Change would allow Town Attorney to settle clams under $20K

By Danny Schrafel dschrafel@longislandernews.com

Councilman Mark Mayoka

Citing inflation and a desire to increase efficiency, the Huntington Town Board is considering giving the town attorney’s office greater discretion in settling claims.

Next Tuesday, the town board will consider giving the town attorney the authority to settle any claim or proceeding related to personal injury or property damage under $20,000 without town board approval.

Councilman Mark Mayoka, who sponsored the hearing, said increasing the limit will make the town attorney’s office

more efficient.

“We will have more authority to be able to settle cases without them going to trial, without incurring outside legal fees,” he said. “It should be a cost-savings initiative in the end.”

Currently, any settlement over $10,000 – $5,000 for property damage and $5,000 for personal injury – must go before the Huntington Town Board for approval.

In the wake of historic Superstorm Sandy, increasing the cap will allow the town to process a spike in claims more quickly, a plus for of affected residents, Mayoka said.

“When people have a disaster, they need to have issues settled quickly,” he

said. “We’ll be able to help the residents more efficiently and provide them with the level of services they pay for.”

Town spokesman A.J. Carter said the change would reflect inflation and help the Town Attorney’s office run more smoothly.

“The current limit hasn’t been changed for more than two decades,” he said.

“Raising the dollar figure will help dispose of minor cases more expeditiously and efficiently.”

If adopted, the change would become law once it is filed with New York’s Secretary of State.

The town board hearing is scheduled for 2 p.m. on March 5.

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Sign of Improving Times Many are still nervous about the state of the quality of the workforce that calls Huntington economy, and rightly so. Sequestration – and surrounding communities home, and sets a mandatory federal budget cuts – is still looming new bar for the already lucrative Melville/110 and we just haven’t seen business rebound in corridor as the Island’s business address. our downtowns.

Not far away, a transformation is taking place That said, there are signs of confidence that at the Walt Whitman Shops, the shopping censhould give hope to those in the Town of Hunt- ter formerly known as Walt Whitman Mall. Siington, if not leave us feeling a flush of pride. mon Properties, the mall’s owner, is investing Two major projects are pouring millions into millions into an expansion that will bring nuthe economy locally and, more importantly, are merous new retailers to the center. At a time signs of confidence in our region’s future. when many developers are holding back, the Photo imaging giant Canon is Walt Whitman Shops is confidently moving in to its newly built North EDITORIAL charging ahead.

America headquarters building in These and other projects are a Melville, culminating a years-long search by positive reflection on the Town of Huntington the company for a suitable home with room to as a great place to live, to work and to do busigrow. More than 1200 high-paying jobs and an ness. The national economy may not be charganticipated uptick in business for Canon’s new ing ahead with the same enthusiasm, but there’s neighbors are a long-term boon to the regional obvious confidence in the Town of Huntington, and local economy. The prestigious company’s a town with a business-friendly reputation. It confidence in the region is a testament to the would seem that’s no coincidence.

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Some Things Never Change DEAR EDITOR: Just a note to say thank you for printing Mary’s and Abraham’s love letters [“Letters Detail 19thCentury Breakup.”]. You did a superb job!!!

I could not help laughing reading your article. I’ve read these letters a hundred times by now and I still enjoy reading them.

Some things don’t change as far as relationships between men and women.

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Scene, Tommy, Woodstock in 1969, Sept. 11 Concert at Madison Square Garden and Quadrophenia in 2013… The Kids are Still Definitely Alright.

The tributes to John Entwistle and Keith Moon brought their entire essence full circle.

The Who speaks to generations.

[Feb. 21] was unparallel in epic thunderous proportions – loud, energetic and mesmerizing.

Pete asked a long time ago: Who are you? I am forever beholden to the masters of rock ’n’ roll, The Who. VERONICA PORTER East Northport

Who Still Rocks

Mixed Bag For Relief

DEAR EDITOR: The Who stormed the Nassau Coliseum like gale force winds ripping and scratching the core of their beings into the music created by the astounding maestro Pete Townshend. Every soul present was brought along for the ride of a lifetime – filled with expectation, passion and hope.

This band was born in the streets of war torn England, transcending the music world and bringing forth treasured musical legends. From the British Mod

DEAR EDITOR: Over this past month, the Center for Cost Effective Government issued op-eds strongly encouraging the governor to make mandate relief one of his top priorities. We called for limits on mandatory arbitration and elimination of the Triborough Amendment, immediate relief from the pension time bomb, curbs on Workers' Comp abuse, and the establishment of mini control boards to give localities power to freeze wages and steps.

We were disappointed by the

Governor’s State of the State, which overlooked mandates and crumbling local budgets. It was as though our fiscal difficulties disappeared because they simply refused to talk about it. Subsequent to the speech, we pushed for the Governor to deal with mandates in his budget announcement.

Some initial reports suggested that the governor had come through on providing some major mandate reform, while others categorized it mostly as fluff. It seems in the final analysis, it was somewhat of a mixed bag.

1. Mandatory Arbitration: We were at first elated to see that our call to adopt New Jersey’s 2-percent cap on mandatory arbitration awards was included in the governor’s budget. But we were dejected to find that there were enough holes in this proposal to drive a truck through. One was the exemption making the cap inapplicable to numerous counties including Nassau and all of New York City (obviously to placate their strong unions). Secondly, Suffolk can't benefit because the county already locked itself into an unprecedented huge eight-year contract. This lost opportunity is the very reason why managers shouldn't agree to such long contracts.

2. Pension Reform: We were aghast at how little true pension

Serving the communities of: Dix Hills, Melville and the Half Hollow Hills Central School District.

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5. There is some talk about the exploding cost of worker disability, but we'll have to await further details to see what kind of meat is on those bones.

6. A positive initiative ends the need for localities to seek state permission every two years to extend their sales tax. This has become a gross bargaining ploy for state leaders to blackmail localities into doing things against their will. Another positive proposal allows localities to keep 75 percent of savings that come about from fraud detection, thereby giving them more incentive to do extensive investigations.

So, there you have it, a mixed bag. Now it's time for the legislature to step up: apply the 2-percent arbitration cap to all counties; prohibit overtime in pension calculation; repeal the Triborough Amendment; give counties control board type powers to freeze wages and steps; toughen disability fraud laws; and support the governor's proposals to give counties more money for fraud detection and to eliminates the twoyear sales tax cycle. This would be real mandate reform.

STEVE LEVY Executive Director Center For Cost Effective Government Former County Executive

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reform came about despite all the fanfare about last year's new Tier 6. There were no savings for the next 20 years, since it only applied to incoming employees.

Now the governor has proposed that these down the road savings can be advanced by local governments to keep their heads above water in the present crisis. The downside is that more will have to be paid back in the outer years than would otherwise be the case.

The far better proposal would have been a call for an immediate elimination of the use of overtime in calculating one’s pension. That can be implemented immediately and save municipalities right now.

3. The revocation of the Triborough Amendment (which allows Steve increases even after a contract's expiration) that local governments and schools have been advocating for decades, was totally ignored by the governor.

4. The governor called for panels to assist local governments, but with little detail as to what kind of assistance would be offered. Merely telling governments what they already know – that their budgets are in disarray – is of no value.

Creating control boards, on the other hand, as they did in Nassau, would give powers to the localities to freeze salaries where needed and have an enormous positive impact for taxpayers.

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Life&Style MUSIC

House Recording Studios: It’s All About Vibe Huntington Businesses

By Jacqueline Birzon jbirzon@longislandernews.com

At House Recording Studios in Plainview, passion makes perfect. 2004 Half Hollow Hills High School East and Five Towns College graduate Marc Bauman has channeled his love and knowledge of music into a live mixing and recording studio where residents can engage in a unique musical experience.

Bauman is a self-made businessman, minus the suit. Musically inclined from a young age, Bauman, who grew up playing the drums, received his bachelor’s degree in music business and audio recording at Five Towns College. His can-do attitude resonates in both his sound and his equipment, having put together a custom gear conglomeration of amps, converters and compressors. The House Recording experience stands out because Bauman offers a hybrid between the analog and digital realm, whereas most modern studios only offer digital.

Opening his doors in early 2010, the music man prides himself on the eclectic experience his studio offers. In addition to mixing and recording, Bauman also offers DJ and other musical services at private parties and weddings, though most of his business is conducted inside studio doors.

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Don’t let the neutral earth tones and “chill” atmosphere of the studio fool you—Bauman’s business can jam with the best of them. From jazz to hip-hop to commercial voice-overs to reggae to acoustic, House Recording Studios will record them all.

“So many studios just do one style of music. I pride myself on the fact I’m extremely versatile here,” he said.

Clients with a varied degree of experience are welcome, from beginners to veteran jammers. Customers can request a recording session, and can come in with their own ideas or to brainstorm a sound and “build from the rhythm up.” Bauman said clients can come in, tell him what kind of a sound they’re looking for, and toy with a variety of beats until a particular sound resonates.

Bauman uses top-of-the-line, Avid Pro Tools HD systems to give his clients the best possible recording experience.

While he enjoys most music, including classic rock, reggae, and hip-hop, his love for the craft allows Bauman to find value in all genres of music.

“If you really appreciate music, you can find some aesthetic, some artistic quality about it,” he said.

Music is as much of a science as an art, having to consider pitch, timing, energy and emotion that go into making a track.

He’s even produced concept albums, which tell a story fading from one track into another. One time, Bauman had a client come in who wanted to replicate a sound as if he were experiencing a “work coma,” and was telling his story from a hospital bed. To do this, Bauman incorporated sounds from hospital machines and moni-

Melville resident Marc Bauman, owner of House Recording Studios in Plainview, strikes a pose in his live room. tors to bring the story to life.

Session prices vary, and typically start at $75 an hour. Clients can schedule a preproduction meeting, where they can consult with Bauman beforehand on the type of record they’re looking to create.

Vocals aside, Bauman has also worked with clients who bring in instruments, and has done brass, trumpet, flute, cello, and orchestral types of recording and mixing in his two-room live studio.

“In this industry, you need to wear multiple hats,” he said.

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Jupiter Hammon Discovery Is A ‘Game-Changer’

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It’s not quite the Holy Grail – but it may be the Rosetta Stone, at least when it comes to understanding Huntington poet Jupiter Hammon.

University of Texas Arlington (UTA) professor Cedrick May, along with a graduate student, is credited with having uncovered a previously unknown poem by America’s first published African-American writer, who was a slave of the Lloyd family on Lloyd Neck around the time of the American Revolution.

The unpublished poem is not merely an important addition to the slim body of Hammon’s work, says Dr. May – but it offers a new perspective on the writer’s point of view about slavery, and bolsters the claim that he was a “gradualist” when it comes to abolition.

“There’s a difference between how he writes about slavery here and other things he wrote,” May said. “In this poem he makes it clear that slavery is a man-made sin.”

In the poem, Hammon writes: “Dark and dismal was the Day/ when slavery began/ All humble thoughts were put away/ Then slaves were made by Man.”

hands the first newly identiMay, an associate English fied Jupiter Hammon poem professor, and student Julie since his last known work was McCown made the discovery uncovered in 1950. last fall in the archives of Yale Jupiter Hammon was an edUniversity. ucated slave of the Lloyd fam“I was teaching a course in ily, whose mercantile empire textual editing, and I gave stuwas built on the triangular dents the assignment of locattrade, and had bases of operaing a specific manuscript, get tion not just in Lloyd Neck but it digitized, go through in Boston, London, West process of studying it, learnAfrica and the West Indies. ing about it, transcribed it,” Unlike other slaves in the May said. “Julie had to locate Lloyd family, Hammon was a manuscript of Hammon’s educated, probably in part beAddress to the Negroes in the Dr. Cedrick May cause he was the family’s State of New York, 1787. A bookkeeper. Over time he alcopy was known to exist at the New York Public Library, but she could- so taught people on the Lloyd Estate, and n't find copy of that. A librarian pointed out one of his efforts was the inculcation of that Yale had a poem listed, so she looked it Calvinist religion among the Africans up, got the title, brought it to me, and owned by the family.

But Hammon was an ambitious learner, showed it to me. It was called ‘An Essay on Slavery,’ dated 1786. Jupiter Hammon had- and over the years mastered the family lin't previously been known to have written brary and became highly educated in a number of areas. On Christmas Day, 1760, he this!”

May had the unpublished document au- published his first poem, “An Evening thenticated for style, lexicon, literary tech- Thought,“ in Hartford, Conn. – a major nique and handwriting analysis. The prove- home to Revolutionary era publishing – and nance of the paper used was also confirmed. later went on to publish other poems and a The result? The researchers had in their number of prose pieces as well.

His known written work – predating the better known African-American poet Phillis Wheatley by a number of years – was first brought to general attention in the 20th century by Huntington Public Library Director Stanley Ransom in his 1970 book “America’s First Negro Poet.” It generally consists of an assertion of the salvation-in-heaven based doctrine of Calvinism.

For slaves in America, Hammon asserted in his previous writing, that doctrine held they were in a better condition spiritually having been taken out of Africa and exposed to Christianity, because it gave them a chance to be saved which they hadn‘t possessed in their previous state. True freedom, according to the doctrine, was a spiritual matter between them and God, not a matter of what became of the material shackles of the slave system.

This view has been problematic to subsequent generations of readers, including younger African-Americans raised in a more progressive religious and political environment than Hammon, to whom he directed his 1787 address.

In recent years, some critics have attempted to find extenuation in Jupiter Hammon’s writing, asserting everything from (Continued on page A18)

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Local Spa Checks Out Fashion Week February brought one of New York’s biggest winter storms, however Lincoln Center was sizzling with style. And, Spa Adriana, the award-winning Aveda salon and spa in Huntington village, was front row at fashion’s biggest event, the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week.

Spa Adriana got a sneak peek at some of this fall’s hottest looks.

A native of Huntington, Mathieu Mirano views fashion as a second skin created to form fit feminine lines with geometric structure. His attention to the quality of construction and the use of an eclectic range of materials like tulle, fur, wool, crystals, sequins and neoprene give a blend of contrast that makes for an inspired collection. His fall collection stays within a narrow palette of colors ranging from nude, black, silver and gold metallic.

“Hair was a simple center part with a soft wave from mid shaft to ends and makeup was like the rest of the collections palette – a nude lip and eyes lined with white and a touch of teal for shadow,” said Adriana Vater, co-founder of Spa Adriana.

Joanna Mastroianni showed a pink tourmaline hand-sequined and beaded dress with a sweetheart neckline and sheer illusion bodice. The linear stripes of caviar beads down the side and back are exquisite, Vater said. The dress is highlighted with hand-sheered organza piping at the neckline and hemline.

Custo Barcelona exquisitely uses exotic fabrics and a masterful mix of textures, Vater said. His collection was inspired with his theme of Beauty and the Beast. Vater said he showed pure genius in combining a bionic aesthetic with sport and feminine inspiration to represent the Beauty and an

Adriana Vater, left, of Huntington’s Spa Adriana checks out the hair and makeup backstage at Fashion Week. ethnic, ornamental aesthetic inspired by the harsh Nordic winters to give life to the Beast.

“The patchwork and geometrical patterns are reminiscent of ponchos we collect from northern and central Mexico,” said Vater.

“The use of the nude lip with a softly unlined eye plays to a very natural beauty with a muted pallet of earth tones. A braid on the middle part of otherwise long straight hair added just enough texture without becoming the focal point of the look.”

Nanette Lepore was inspired by Mars and showed off galactic high heels, holograms and many new textures and shimmering fabrics. Her clothes are wearable and appropriate for all age-groups, Vater said.

Meanwhile, back on Earth, the beauty of

Huntington native Mathieu Mirano’s line combines form-fitting feminine lines an eclectic range of materials like crystals and sequins.

St. Petersburg, Russia was alive at designer Pamella Roland’s show. Fur, leather, lambskin, silk and wool came together in green, sapphire, gold and blues. She expertly mixed traditional and modern looks, Vater said. Models wore a classic ’60s-inspired chignons.

Carolina Herrera showed feminine perfection. Gowns flowed down the runway with pure sophistication and gorgeous embellishments.

“Her use of fur in unexpected places and colors (greens, burgundy) kept us on the edge of their seats,” added Vater. “Red lips

Joanna Mastroianni’s pink tourmaline hand-sequined and beaded dress with a sweetheart neckline and sheer illusion bodice. and subtle hair styles added beautiful elegance to the pieces.”

Ralph Rucci is known for his attention to detail and innovative techniques. Looking to broaden his client base to reach a younger audience, the designer started the show with a colorful mink collection. Most of the collection featured a combination of materials such as leather and cashmere. It was evident that his choice of color for fall is a vibrant violet.

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The Cross-Campus Wind Ensemble is directed by Robert Belanich.

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The Cross-Campus Chamber Choir is directed by Danielle McRoy.

Cross-Campus Music The study of the arts is an integral component of the curriculum for all students in Half Hollow Hills – that much was clear on Jan. 17 at the district’s Cross-Campus Music Concert, held in The James LoFrese Auditorium at High School West.

The cross-campus groups consist of select students from both High School East and West, uniting as the Cross-Campus Chamber Orchestra directed by Karen Romeo, Wind Ensemble directed by Robert Belanich, and new this year, the Chamber Choir directed by Danielle McRoy. Salvatore Randazzo is the district’s director for music and fine arts.

Creating Community Readers Community Reader Day kicked off PARP (People as Reading Partners), taking place throughout the month of February, at Chestnut Hill Elementary School.

It’s a favorite for the students, as every class welcomes a surprise guest. This year’s theme is “Where do we read in the world?”

Helping kick off the month-long event was Suffolk County Legislator Steve Stern, Councilwoman Susan Berland, As-

sistant Superintendent for Elementary Education Mary Rettaliata, Assistant Superintendent for Districtwide Administration Dr. Patrick Harrigan, Assistant Superintendent of Finance & Facilities Anne Marie Marrone-Caliendo, Assistant Principal Deborah Forsyth, pediatric dentist Dr. Celia Penzer, firefighter Linda McDonough, Suffolk County Police Officer Elizabeth Glidden, Assistant to Superintendent of Highways Bianca Dresch, Assistant to Councilman Eugene Cook Jennifer Satcheel, nurse Gina DeLuise, and favorite office gals Maryann and Pat.

Forum Unites School, Elected Officials At the annual Half Hollow Hills Parent Teacher Student Association’s (PTSA) annual Legislative Brunch, Suffolk County Legislator Steve Stern (D-Dix Hills) took to the podium, along with Huntington Council members Susan Berland, Mark Mayoka and Mark Cuthbertson. The event, sponsored by the PTSA Legislation Committee, provides an opportunity for elected officials to speak with students, faculty and administration officials about local concerns and to share important information about issues in our community.

Stern discussed legislation that he cosponsored to study placing emergency notification systems in schools to enable staff to reach the police more quickly in the event of an emergency.

“The Legislation Committee provides a unique opportunity for these bright and engaged students to meet their elected officials and to share their ideas and perspectives,” Stern said. “These students also join me every year at the legislature, where they have the opportunity to see our government in action and learn more about the importance of local government in their everyday lives.”

School and elected officials and volunteers help kick off a month of People as Reading Partners at Chestnut Hills Elementary School.

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Face Off With My Comfort Zone Huntington People By Joan Cergol “Here you go again with another challenge to your comfort zone,” I said to myself this past weekend, as I readied myself in the salon chair. The long hair I had worked years to grow out was on the chopping block. I had just instructed my hairstylist Cate to lop off at least 6 inches after convincing myself only hours before that it was time and it was necessary.

The question was, would I feel that way after she was finished?

The trend of facing off with my comfort zone seemed to begin in earnest toward the end of 2012, when I was invited to assume a new position with added responsibilities to the work I was already doing. Even on a good day, the demands of my prior job often rendered me in nonstop motion. I would have to be crazy to take on any more. But I did.

I was in my prior position for 11 years and wearing my hair long for more than half of that time, and loved both. But the buzzer of my internal alarm clock would not let me rest. The time had come for change and 2013 was shaping up to be the year to wake up to that reality.

Sometimes life makes decisions for us, and other times we make decisions in life. Both scenarios involve accepting the very real possibility that the change we seek may not necessarily be the change we envision. But sometimes we just have to take a chance. To me, maintaining the status quo means losing the opportunity to open doors to new experiences, new people, learning and self discovery.

But our comfort zones are not enlightened about these kinds of things. Instead, they have a sneaky way of subconsciously working overtime to make us want to slam on the brakes in the face of anything that poses a potential threat to the familiar. It’s a formidable human survival mechanism. We all know our comfort zone’s standard refrains: Don’t do that!

Don’t go there! Danger!

Have you ever asked someone to describe the boundaries of their comfort zone? Most of us would be unable to articulate in words its exact delineators.

It’s akin to asking prehistoric man, before there was language, to explain how he knew it was time to run before the predator was in his line of vision. But had he stood down and conquered his predator, Early Man may have eaten that night.

Guarding against the obsolescence of the most obstinate of comfort zones is an endless list of life’s unpleasantries we believe we can avoid by making psychological deals with ourselves such as, “if I don’t eat red meat I won’t have a heart attack” or “if I stay off the expressway I won’t get into a car accident” and “if I don’t fall in love I won’t get hurt.”

My first day on the new job, as well as

the days that have followed, have been busy, purposeful and rewarding. My staff comprises competent, professional and caring people. Last week I had the pleasure of overhearing Heather speaking with a constituent. She was gently reassuring a fearful senior citizen who had called us for help in finding housing she could afford. Recognizing the senior was out of her comfort zone with the application process, Heather masterfullly assured her in the most uplifting words: “You can do it! Yes you can! You can absolutely do this! You have nothing to lose!”

These were the very words echoing in my mind as Cate announced she was about to make the first cut into my long hair. Throughout my appointment, Cate remarked how unusual it was for a client to come in with such determination but

so little apprehension over such a big change.

“You are ahead of your time,” Cate assured me. “Soon you will see other women cutting their long hair, too.”

Turns out, I was pleased with the change reflecting back at me in the mirror. Even as I eyed my long hair now scattered across the salon floor, I managed to walk away without a single regret.

Score: Joan 2 – Comfort Zone 0.

Note: Joan Cergol is a Special Assistant to Huntington Supervisor Frank Petrone and Executive Director of the Huntington Economic Development Corp. In her spare time Joan exercises her passion for writing at http://joancergol.wordpress.com. Her views are her own.

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The goal is to create a sculpture based on a transportation theme (by air, land, and sea) that will be judged on the basis of its aesthetic value as well as the creative use of recyclable materials. Prizes will be awarded in each category. Your child can participate in the following eligible grade levels (PK-1, 2-3, or 4-6).

All entries will be exhibited and winners announced during an award reception to be held at Portledge School on Saturday, April 13.

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TOWN OF HUNTINGTON

Animal Hospital Founder Remembered Mort Kramer, 91, opened veterinary practice in his Huntington home in 1952

By Danny Schrafel dschrafel@longislandernews.com

Veterinarian Mort Kramer, who cared for animals great and small at the Huntington Animal Hospital for nearly four decades, died Feb. 4 at the Hospice House in East Northport. He was 91.

The Northport resident was born in 1921 in the Bronx, where he attended DeWitt Clinton High School before graduating from the City College of New York in 1941. After graduating, he earned his doctorate of veterinary medicine from Middlesex University in Waltham, Mass. in 1945.

His son, Jeff Kramer, said medicine was a family affair – it was just a matter of deciding whether he’d treat humans or animals. His first cousin is medical pioneer Jonas Salk, best known for engineering the polio vaccine – and his brother, Herman, was a veterinarian. Jeff said that after a discussion with Herman, Mort Kramer took the plunge and enrolled in Middlesex, where Herman was studying.

After graduating and becoming licensed straight out of medical school in New York, he became a research assistant in the Department of Medicine at the New York Medical College, Flower and Fifth Hospital in 1947, and served with the United Nations Relief and Rehabilitation Administration in 1948, serving as a veterinarian on a “victory ship” restocking Europe with horses after World War II. After returning from overseas, he worked at several area hospitals until he opened Huntington Animal Hospital in his home during 1952.

“My present exam room was my bedroom, and the business was in the basement,” Jeff Kramer, who took over the practice from his father in 1983, said. “A couple of years later, we moved next door and moved the practice upstairs, and in 1958, we expanded the building to the present form.”

Mort Kramer conducts lab studies during his medical school tenure at Middlesex University.

Mort Kramer opened his practice during a transitional period in Huntington, when the once-rural community was becoming more suburban, and for many years, he treated cats and dogs as well as larger livestock.

“He’d tell stories about how he was on his way to a wedding and he had to deliver goats,” his son said. “When there was more agriculture on Long Island, he would do that also.”

His experience with animals of all sizes

Dr. Kramer, pictured examining a canine patient, began his practice in 1952, when Huntington was growing into a suburban community.

brought him into a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. In 1964, while visiting Liberia with his uncle, he treated a sick herd of cattle, and was awarded a medal, the Order of the Star of Africa by President William Tubman for his work. He was also an honored guest at President Tubman’s inauguration that year.

While his son took over the practice in 1983, Mort Kramer kept treating animals until 1991, when he retired at age 70.

In retirement, he kept up with his golf

game – he was an avid player – and continued his globetrotting ways with his wife, Joyce.

“They traveled a lot,” his son said. “He saw the world – almost all of the world, literally.”

In addition to his wife of 60 years, Joyce, and his son, Jeff, Mort Kramer is survived by his other son, Jon Kramer, a pediatrician in Yorba Linda, Calif., and four grandchildren, Jacob, Rebecca, Lauren and Alyssa.

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FourthAnnualFlamingoBowlReadToRoll The Maurer Foundation sets March 3 date for breast cancer fundraiser jbirzon@longislandernews.com

The fourth annual Flamingo Bowl is scheduled for March 3 at 300 Long Island in Melville. Hosted by the Maurer Foundation, a breast cancer education and awareness organization, last year’s event raised $25,000 for educational efforts.

There is a minimum registration fee of $100 per bowler, and those who sign up are eligible for two free games, shoe rental, food and soda. Above all is the promise of an afternoon of fun in the name of a good cause. The event is slated to run from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the 895 Walt Whitman Road bowling center.

Debbie Hecht, executive director for the Maurer Foundation, said money will go to the many educational programs and outreach efforts the group conducts. The foundation often holds educational workshops, visiting schools and businesses to teach women the value of conducting monthly self-breast exams and later committing to yearly mammograms.

“We go on site, and make it an interactive face-to-face encounter…So many women are paralyzed by their fear [of breast cancer], so when you’re addressing

it head-on in a group of people, it makes it more comfortable… Knowledge is very empowering,” she said.

Business Development Officer Patricia Fulton-Lawrence said one visit to a school led a 17-year-old girl to detect a lump, a visit which probably saved her life.

Starting from adolescence, young women should conduct self-exams, and if breast cancer runs in the family, Hecht said, women should schedule their first mammogram at the age of 35. If cancer does not run in the family, women should begin their mammograms at around 40 years old. Hecht added that if a pea-sized lump is detected early on, there is a 98percent chance of survival.

Hecht emphasized the importance of a healthy lifestyle, including exercise and proper hygiene in reducing risk for cancer. One in eight women are diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in their life, and Hecht said the incidence on Long Island is even higher.

Breast cancer is the leading cause of death in women ages 40-50 and is second only to lung cancer in deaths. Every two minutes someone is diagnosed.

“We all know someone who’s been touched with breast cancer. I can’t think

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Bowlers from last year’s annual Flamingo Bowl raised $25,000 for breast cancer education and empowerment efforts. of anybody who doesn’t know somebody,” Hecht said.

Fulton-Lawrence said above all, the fundraiser is an easy opportunity for someone who is looking to volunteer to give back.

“It’s taking two hours out of somebody’s day to do something positive for someone else. People want to get involved but they don’t always know how, and this is a very easy way to get involved,” she said.

A16 • THE HALF HOLLOW HILLS NEWSPAPER • FEBRUARY 28, 2013 THURSDAY Networking Mixer

The next Townwide Fund networking mixer is Feb. 28, 6 p.m. at the Huntington Yacht Club, 95 East Shore Road, featuring speaker Paule Pachter, executive director of Long Island Cares, Inc. - The Harry Chapin Food Bank.

Relax on Huntington Harbor while enjoying happy hour cocktails and free appetizers.

RSVP to Mary at 631-972-8040 or Mary@townwidefund.org.

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WEDNESDAY Power Breakfast

Join business professionals at BNI Executive Referral Exchange’s breakfast networking meeting every Wednesday, 7-8:30 a.m. at the Dix Hills Diner, 1800 Jericho Turnpike, Dix Hills. 631-462-7446.

Gospel Group Performs

OneVoice from Cedarville University performs a free, public concert March 7, 7:30 p.m. at Island Christian Church, 400 Elwood Road, East Northport. ichristianc.org. 631-822-3000.

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North Shore Civil War Roundtable

Opera Night

Long Island’s best singers perform vocal excerpts from famous operas on March 1, 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 270 Main St., Northport. $10 donation. www.operanight.org. 631-261-8808.

Bag Sale

Trinity Thrift Shop, located in Trinity Episcopal Church, 130 Main St., Northport, holds a bag sale March 1-30. Customers can fill a brown bag with shoes and clothing for $5. Thrift Shop hours are Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Red Is For Passion

Love the color red and enjoy living it up? The Red Hat women are looking for new members who enjoy going places and making new friends. Their motto: Fun, Frolic and Friendship. 631-271-6470 or flarpp@yahoo.com.

SATURDAY Hilly Hop Through Harbor Area

Join the L.I. Greenbelt Trail Conference and head up through the hills of the north shore to Cold Spring Harbor on March 2, 8:15 a.m.noon. Hiking experience and good knees recommended; bring water and snack. Meet at Trail View State Park, north side of Jericho Turnpike, just west of Woodbury Road. Email hikegreenbelt32@yahoo.com or call Shari at 516-721-0223 for more information.

Guys and Dolls

The HJC Park Avenue Players present “Guys and Dolls” – the fun and romantic musical classic featuring "Luck Be a Ludy", "A Bushel and a Peck", and "Sit Down, You're Rockin' the Boat," on Saturdays, March 2 and 9 at 8 p.m. and Sundays, March 3 and 10 at 3 p.m. $18 general admission/$10 children 5 and under.

Premium and patron seats $25/$50. Huntington Jewish Center, 510 Park Ave. 631-427-1089 ext. 10/631-697-3367. hjcny.org/guys-anddolls.

Little Cow Harbor Run

The 4-mile Little Cow Harbor Run for HOPE is March 2, 9 a.m. beginning at Oldfield Middle School, 2 Oldfield Road, Greenlawn. Race application available at www.projecthopeny.org or register online at www.active.com. Proceeds to benefit St. Hugh’s Project HOPE – a local community soup kitchen.

50-Percent Off Thrift Shoppe

Enjoy 50 percent off baby equipment during March at Commack United Methodist Thrift Shoppe, 486 Townline Road, Commack. Open Tuesday and Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and the first Saturday of the month, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

631-499-7310.

Free Mommy and Me yoga classes are offered in Dix Hills every Tuesday. Walkers: 12 months and up, 9:45-11 a.m. Crawlers: 6-12 months, 11 a.m.-noon. Register by phone or online: Chai Tots Preschool, 501 Vanderbilt Parkway.

631-351-8672. www.TheChaiCenter.com.

Every Tuesday from 12-4 p.m. is “Military Appreciation Tuesdays,” when Long Island Cares specifically assists veterans, military personnel and their families at the Hauppauge and Freeport emergency pantries. Appointments can be made by contacting jrosati@licares.org.

The Melville Chamber of Commerce’s Second Annual Corporate Challenge is Feb. 28, 5:309:30 p.m. Have fun and network at the same time while speed bowling at 300 Long Island.

Travel to new lanes every two frames and meet and compete with new teams. Cash bar, pizza, soft drinks and giveaways. $35 members/$50 non-members. For non-bowlers: Free for members/$35 non-members. RSVP at 631777-6260 or info@melvillechamber.org.

FRIDAY

Mommy And Me Yoga

Free Help For Vets

Corporate Bowling Challenge

The North Shore Civil War Roundtable presents a free lecture by Scott Mingus, who will discuss his book, “The Louisiana Tigers in the Battle of Gettysburg,” Thursday, March 7, 7 p.m. at the South Huntington Public Library, 145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station.

Stronger, Smarter and Safer Future” on March 12, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Hilton Long Island, 598 Broad Hollow Road, Melville. $20-$140. info@licree.com. 347-699-6040.

Cold Spring Harbor Library

Rita Moreno In-Person with “West Side Story” Join the legendary Rita Moreno at a special screening of the classic musical “West Side Story,” for which she won an Academy Award, plus a special reception and booksigning of her new book, “Rita Moreno: A Memoir,” on Thursday, March 7 at 7 p.m. at the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington. $25 general/$20 members.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.CinemaArtsCentre.org, at the box office, or by calling Brown Paper Tickets at 1-800-838-3006.

Freezin’ For A Reason

Volunteers will be freezin’ for a reason at the Long Island Polar Dip to benefit Camp Sunshine on March 2, 2 p.m. at Crab Meadow Beach, Waterside Ave., Northport. The camp serves as a national retreat in Maine for children with lifethreatening illnesses and their families. Visit www.crowdrise.com/LongIslandPolarDip.

Folk Music

Rani Arbo & daisy mayhem will serve up a musical gumbo of folk, progressive bluegrass, country blues, jazz and swing as part of the Folk Music Society of Huntington’s First Saturday Concerts series on March 2. The 8:30 p.m. concert at the Congregational Church of Huntington (30 Washington Drive, Centerport) is preceded by an open mic at 7:30 p.m. $25 general/$20 FMSH members. www.fmsh.org. 631-425-2925.

St. Pat’s Run

Registration is open for the Townwide Fund of Huntington’s annual St. Patrick’s Runs on March 9. The fun run begins at 8:30 a.m. and the 4-mile run begins at 9. For details and information on sponsorships, visit www.townwidefund.org or call Bea Hartigan, race chairperson, at 631-271-3349 or the office at 631629-4950.

Northport Winter Farmers Market

There’s no need to wait until the weather gets hot to enjoy local produce. An indoor market is held in Northport every Saturday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 27 Main St., through March 30. www.winterfarmersmarketlongisland.com.

Live Music

Live local bands take over Finley's of Greene Street, 43 Greene St., Huntington, every Saturday night at 11 p.m. Join in the fun and food!

SUNDAY Huntington Winter Farmers Market

There’s no need to wait until the weather gets hot to enjoy local produce. An indoor market is held in Huntington Station every Sunday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Jack Abrams School Gym, 155 Lowndes Ave., through April 28. www.winterfarmersmarketlongisland.com.

Murder Mystery Dinner

St. Peter's Lutheran Church of Huntington Station presents a Murder Mystery Dinner,

“Mobster in the Men's Room,” produced by Murder Mystery Players, Inc., along with a silent auction at 11 Ogden Court on March 9, 6 p.m. $40 in advance/$45 at the door ($25/$30 under age 18). Proceeds benefit St. Peter’s 2013 Costa Rica Mission Team. 631-423-1013.

MONDAY Aging And Saging

Members of an “Aging and Saging” group shares their experiences at The Women’s Center of Huntington, 125 Main St., Huntington, on Mondays (except holidays) from 10 a.m.-noon. $15 members/$10 non-members. 631-549-0485.

Mitzvah Volunteer Project

The Mitzvah Project, organized by The Chai Center of Dix Hills’ Ariella’s Friendship Circle, aims to give volunteers ages 11-14 a genuine sensitivity to individuals who have special needs. Participants will learn a number of disabilities and the proper way to interact with someone who has special needs. Free program meets Mondays, March 4, 11, 18 at the Half Hollow Hills Library, 7-8 p.m. RSVP to Serena Kindler at Friendshipcircle@thechaicenter.com.

See The Light

Town Clerk Jo-Ann Raia has organized an exhibit of Huntington Lighthouse artifacts and memorabilia to celebrate its centennial anniversary of The Huntington Lighthouse. The display includes correspondence between the Lighthouse Establishment and Lighthouse Keeper Robert McGlone, and an original painting of the lighthouse, which will be auctioned.

On display in the Town Hall lobby, 100 Main St, Huntington, Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Friday, 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m. www.huntingtonlighthouse.org. 631-421-1985.

Knit Away

The Long Island Crochet Guild meets at Halesite Fire Station, 1 No. New York Ave., Huntington the first Monday of the month from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Beginners welcome. Contact katie1111m@yahoo.com or 631-427-5373 with questions. Next meeting is March 4.

TUESDAY Real Estate Expo

Learn from Long Island’s commercial real estate industry leaders how to “Build a

95 Harbor Road, Cold Spring Harbor. 631-6926820. cshlibrary.org.

• On display through Feb. 28 is art from Cold Spring Harbor’s elementary school students.

• The Women's Innovative Network, a networking group of working women, meets Wednesday, March 6, 7 p.m. Contact Mary Simmons at mary.simmons@verizon.net.

Commack Public Library

18 Hauppauge Road, Commack. 631-4990888. commack.suffolk.lib.ny.us.

• Notary Service is available at the library, normally Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday evenings and occasionally on the weekends. Call before you come to the library to make sure there is a notary available upon your arrival. There is a charge of $2 for each document that needs to be notarized.

• AARP provides tax assistance on Fridays from 1-5 p.m. through April 12.

Deer Park Public Library

44 Lake Ave., Deer Park. 631-586-3000. deerparklibrary.org.

• Did you get a new tablet for the holidays and need help downloading books or apps? Make a one-on-one appointment with a member of the Tech Team. Call 631-586-3000.

• The library is starting a Scrabble Club for adults. Sessions will start Saturday, March 30. Call the library for more information.

Elwood Public Library

3027 Jericho Turnpike, Elwood. 631-499-3722. www.elwoodlibrary.org.

• Homework help is being offered for students in grades 3-7 on Tuesdays at 3 p.m. through May 28.

• An AARP Driver Safety Course will be held Saturday, March 2, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Although the course is geared to drivers ages 50 and older, the course is open to all ages. $17 AARP Members/$19 non-members.

Half Hollow Hills Community Library

Dix Hills: 55 Vanderbilt Parkway. 631-4214530; Melville: 510 Sweet Hollow Road. 631421-4535. hhhlibrary.org.

• Are you new to speaking English? A conversation group meets Tuesdays at 10 a.m. until July.

Learn about debt management with Christian Moriarty of American Debt Resources on Tuesday, March 5, 7 p.m. in Dix Hills.

• Join Chef Rob as he shares his recipe for Irish soda bread and an Irish banana dessert on Thursday, March 7, 7 p.m. in Dix Hills.

Take home an Irish soda bread to bake. $5.

Harborfields Public Library

31 Broadway, Greenlawn. 631-757-4200. harborfieldslibrary.org.

• The next Global Viewpoints meeting on Tuesday, March 5 discusses “Education in America: What Works, What Doesn't Work, What Should We Do?” at 7 p.m.

• A health insurance counselor from the Suffolk County Office for the Aging will be available on a first-come, first-served basis to discuss

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Goowin’s Ballowin’s “Snow White”

Huntington Public Library

Main Branch: 338 Main St., Huntington. 631427-5165. Station Branch: 1335 New York Ave., Huntington Station.

631-421-5053. www.thehuntingtonlibrary.org.

• There will be literary tutors available on Mondays from 9-11 a.m.

• Senior Yoga with Linda Cadle-Hinton will be held Tuesdays in March and April, 11 a.m.noon. $22.50.

Goowin’s Ballowin’s performs “Snow White and the Eight Dwarfs,” using audience members as the main characters, on Sunday, March 3, 2 p.m. at the Suffolk Y JCC, 74 Hauppauge Road, Commack.

Free with pre-registration/$3 at the door.

To register, email szlochower@syjcc.org or call Scott at 631-462-9800 ext. 126.

Northport-East Northport Public Library

Northport: 151 Laurel Ave. 631-261-6930. East Northport: 185 Larkfield Road. 631-261-2313. www.nenpl.org.

• Practice your conversational English in a friendly, informal atmosphere on Fridays, March 1 and 15, 7 p.m. in East Northport.

• Award-winning film “Argo” shows Friday, March 1, 1:30 p.m. in East Northport, and again on Friday, March 8, 1:30 p.m. in Northport.

South Huntington Public Library

145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station.

631-549-4411. www.shpl.info.

• The Blue Spruce Cloggers Dance Company performs Sunday, March 3 at 2:30 p.m. with a program of high-energy clog, tap and Irish-step dancing with live Bluegrass Band.

• The Saturday Night Series continues Saturday, March 2 with Vintage Bliss at 7 p.m.

THEATER and FILM

MUSEUMS & EXHIBITS Art League of Long Island

107 East Deer Park Road, Dix Hills. Gallery hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. weekends. 631-462-5400. www.ArtLeagueLI.net.

• “Earth and Water: An Exhibition of Ceramic Arts and Watermedia” is on display through March 3.

b.j. spoke gallery

299 Main St., Huntington. Gallery hours: Monday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., until 9 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. 631-549-5106. www.bjspokegallery.com.

• The “Artist’s Choice” exhibit runs through Feb. 28.

Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery

Cinema Arts Centre

423 Park Ave., Huntington. www.cinemaartscentre.org. 631-423-7611.

• Join the legendary Rita Moreno at a special screening of the classic musical, “West Side Story,” for which she won an Academy Award, plus a special reception and booksigning of her new book, “Rita Moreno: A Memoir,” on Thursday, March 7, 7 p.m. $25 general/$25 public.

• Co-presented by Long Island Jobs for Justice, a community screening of “La Americana” will be held Wednesday, March 6, 6 p.m. as part of the Women’s International Film Festival. It is an intimate and powerful story about how immigration policy affects families on both sides of the border. $20 general/$10 low-income, students. RSVP to Anita Halasz at ahalasz.lijwj@gmail.com or 631-348-1170 ext. 310.

Dix Hills Performing Arts Center

Five Towns College, 305 N. Service Road, Dix Hills. Box Office: 631-656-2148. www.dhpac.org.

• Next up in March 7-10 is the theatrical comedy “The Nerd.”

John W. Engeman Theater At Northport

350 Main St., Northport. www.johnwengemantheater.com. 631-261-2900.

• “Wait Until Dark,” where a cool-as-ice psychopath smooth talks his way into the home of an unsuspecting blind woman, runs through March 10.

• Bethpage Federal Credit Union’s Youth Theater Series presents the musical “Pinkalicious” through March 10, Saturdays at 11 a.m., Sundays at 10:30 a.m. $15.

Township Theatre Group

www.townshiptheatregroup.com.

• The group marks its 60th season with the lively musical “Smokey Joe’s Café,” on March 2, 8 and 9, 8 p.m.; and March 3 and 10, 2 p.m., at the Helen Butler Hall Theatre at Dominican Village, 565 Albany Ave., Amityville. In the café spirit, the show will offer cabaret-style a seating along with an appetizer and dessert concession stand. $20 general/$18 students, seniors. Call 631-2139832 or order advance tickets online.

AUDITIONS Talent Show

A local cable TV talent show is looking for all types of talent (except bands). Singers, impressionists, comedians, magicians, and other performers/acts welcome. Register online at www.talent-showcase.com or call 631-2237011. Auditions are open to all ages.

Registration in advanced is required – no walkins permitted.

1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor. Open seven days a week, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday and Sundays until 6 p.m.: $6 adults; $4 children 3-12 and seniors over 65; members and children under 3 are free. 516-692-6768. www.cshfha.org • Features New York State's largest collection of freshwater fish, reptiles and amphibians housed in two aquarium buildings and eight outdoor ponds.

Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum

Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor. Museum hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $4 adults, $3 seniors, $3 students 5 -18, family $12; military and children under 5 are free.

631-367-3418. www.cshwhalingmuseum.org.

• Get ready for the annual family event, “Thar She Blows!” on Sunday, March 3, 2 p.m. and enjoy a fun afternoon celebrating the arts of the ocean, from scrimshaw to sea shanties.

RSVP.

Greenlawn-Centerport Historical Association

• The 34th annual Antiques show is Saturday, March 2, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday, March 3, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., at Harborfields High School, located at the corner of Pulaski Road and Taylor Avenue, Greenlawn. $7 donation/With card at www.gcha.info, admit 2 at $6 each. Admission is good for both days.

Luncheon by the Thached Cottage and Jellyfish restaurants.

Heckscher Museum Of Art

2 Prime Ave., Huntington. Museum hours: Wednesday - Friday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., first Fridays from 4-8:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission $68/adults, $4-6/seniors, and $4-5/children; members and children under 10 free. 631-351-3250.

• “Mirrored Images: Realism in the 19th and 20th Centuries” explores the various realist movements. On display through March 24.

• “Modernizing America: Artists of the Armory Show” focuses on American artists who participated in the Armory Show and explores the impact of European Modernism on American art in the early years of the 20th century. On display through April 14.

• Celebrate First Friday with “Flutissimo!” on March 1. The flute quartet returns with an evening of classical to contemporary music.

Extended viewing hours from 4-8:30 p.m., with a performance at 7 p.m.

Holocaust Memorial And Tolerance Center

Welwyn Preserve. 100 Crescent Beach Road, Glen Cove. Hours: Mon.-Fri.: 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Sat.-Sun.: noon-4 p.m. 516-571-8040 ext. 100. www.holocaust-nassau.org.

• The new permanent exhibit explains the 1920s increase of intolerance, the reduction of human rights, and the lack of intervention that enabled the persecution and mass mur-

der of millions of Jews and others: people with disabilities, Roma and Sinti (Gypsies), Jehovah’s Witnesses, gays and Polish intelligentsia.

Huntington Arts Council

Main Street Petite Gallery: 213 Main St., Huntington. Gallery hours: Monday - Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Art in the Art-trium: 25 Melville Park Road, Melville. Gallery Hours: Monday Friday 7 a.m.-7 p.m. 631-271-8423. www.huntingtonarts.org.

• “Journeys & Destinations” in the main gallery runs through March 11, featuring painters Vivian Hershfield, Suzanne McVetty, Virginia Edele, Grace Su and Nancy Fabrizio.

• The "High Arts Showcase IX" is in display in the Art-trium through March 22, showcasing students' work in all mediums from seven high schools. Opening reception is Friday, March 1, 5:30-7 p.m. with a musical performance by high school music groups.

Huntington Historical Society

Main office/library: 209 Main St., Huntington.

Museums: Conklin Barn, 2 High St.; Kissam House/Museum Shop, 434 Park Ave.; Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Building, 228 Main St. 631-4277045, ext. 401. www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org.

• The next “Lunch & Learn” lecture on Feb. 28 at Black & Blue restaurant in Huntington will discuss East Neck, the “Hamptons of the North Shore.” $40 members/$45 non-members.

• Learn what music was like long ago as Michael Goudket discusses the role of music and musicians in the Continental Army on Friday, March 8, 7:30 p.m. at the Conklin House. $10 members/$12 non-members. Call ext. 403 to reserve a spot.

LaMantia Gallery

127 Main St., Northport Village. 631-754-8414. www.lamantiagallery.com.

• Robert Finale presents captivating landscapes and Richard Johnson displays exquisite paintings of the human face and form.

9 East Contemporary Art

9 East Carver St., Huntington. Gallery hours: Wed.-Sat., 3-8 p.m. or by appointment. 631662-9459.

• The “Winter Invitational Exhibition” presents nine major works by the 9 East Artists and nine works created by a selected group of professional Long Island artists. On view through March 31.

Northport Historical Society Museum

215 Main St., Northport. Museum hours: Tuesday - Sunday, 1-4:30 p.m. 631-757-9859. www.northporthistorical.org.

• A new exhibition, “Northport Collects II,” runs through the end of June. Highlights include a collection of miniature airplanes and old bottles discovered at local locations by a metal detector enthusiast.

Ripe Art Gallery

67 Broadway, Greenlawn. 631-807-5296.

Gallery hours: Tuesday - Thursday 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday 2-9 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. www.ripeartgal.com.

• The Seventh Annual Valentines Day Group Show, “Love Stinks,” is on view until March 1.

• Postponed due to the blizzard, Steve Strangio hosts “The Stop-n-Start Movie,” with featured film “Night of the Living Dead,” on Friday, March 1, 7:30 p.m. Film historian/filmmaker Glenn Andreiev will stop the movie at different points to deliver behind-the-scenes facts and improvisational comedic bits. $5 donation.

SPLIA

Headquarters: 161 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor. Joseph Lloyd Manor House: Lloyd Lane and Lloyd Harbor Road, Lloyd Neck. 631-

692-4664. www.splia.org.

• “Long Island at Work and at Play,” early 20th-century photographs from SPLIA’s collections, is now on display Thursdays through Sundays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Suffolk Y JCC

74 Hauppauge Road, Commack. 631-4629800, ext. 140. Tuesday 1-4 p.m. Admission: $5 per person, $18 per family. Special group programs available. www.suffolkyjcc.org.

• The Alan & Helene Rosenberg Jewish Discovery Museum provides hands-on exhibits and programs for children 3-13 years old and their families, classes and camps.

Now on exhibit: The Alef Bet of Being a Mensch. “Zye a mensch” is a Yiddish saying that means “be a decent, responsible, caring person,” infusing both the best blessing and the best that an educator can wish for his students.

• Goowin’s Ballowin’s performs “Snow White and the Eight Dwarfs,” using audience members as the main characters, on Sunday, March 3, 2 p.m. Free with pre-registration/$3 at the door. To register, email szlochower@syjcc.org or call Scott at 631462-9800 ext. 126.

Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium

180 Little Neck Road, Centerport. Museum hours through April 15: Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday, 12-4 p.m. Grounds admission: $7 adults, $6 students with ID and seniors 62 and older, and $3 children 12 and under. Mansion tour, add $5 per person. 631-854-5555. www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

• The Arena Players Repertory Theatre presents “Danny and the Deep Blue Sea,” a tale of a frightening and fascinating relationship, at the Carriage House Theatre through March 17. Performances are Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m., and Sunday at 3 p.m. $20-$25. For reservations call 516-293-0674 or visit www.ArenaPlayers.org.

• The Arena Players Children's Theater presents “Pinocchio” March 2-30, Saturday and Sunday at 1 p.m. at the Carriage House Theater. $10 adults/$8 children/free for children under 3. Call 516-293-0674 or visit www.ArenaPlayers.org.

Walt Whitman Birthplace

246 Old Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station. Hours: Wednesday-Friday, 1-4 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m.- 4 p.m.

Admission: $6 adults, $5 seniors, $4 students, and children under 5 are free. 631-427-5240, ext. 114. www.waltwhitman.org.

• Children of all ages can enjoy a performance of Irish dancing by teachers and students from the Mulvihill-Lynch Studio of Irish Dance, on Saturday, March 2. Face painting at 12:15 p.m., dancing at 1 p.m. Hear the fascinating history about the costumes and dances, and enjoy a guided tour of the Birthplace. $8/child, chaperones free. Call ext. 113 to register.

• Poetry reading series “Walking with Whitman: Poetry in Performance” along with its new companion series “Writing with Whitman: Poetry Writing Workshops” begin Saturday, March 2: poetry workshop 3-5 p.m.; “Meet the Poets” reception at 6:15 p.m.; poetry performance 7-9 p.m. $15 for the workshop and reading/$10 for the reading alone.

MUSIC & DANCE The Paramount

370 New York Ave., Huntington. 631-673-7300. www.paramountny.com. All shows begin at 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted.

• The Saw Doctors play with special guest The Latchikos on Friday, March 8.

• “Clifford the Big Red Dog – Live!” plays two shows for children on Tuesday, March 12 at 3 p.m. and 6 p.m.

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People In The News Melville’s Weber Law Group (WLG) has a new attorney in its midst.

Tamir Young has joined the firm as partner and head of litigation.

Young joins WLG after eight years of senior Tamir Young litigation practice at Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP, where he represented and advised some of the largest public and private corporations in the world in numerous high-profile matters including the largest securities class action ever to go to trial. He has extensive commercial litigation experience in federal and state courts throughout the United States and has participated in numerous trials and arbitration proceedings.

Young also enhances the entrepreneurial culture at WLG as the founder of a company that developed a workforce efficiency, web-based software application for law firms.

“With the hiring of Tamir Young, WLG expands our ability to provide exceptional legal services to public and private real estate, high-tech, industrial, manufacturing and retail companies throughout the region,” said Morton Weber, co-founder of Weber Law Group.

“We are building the best young team of legal talent to service the New York metropolitan region. We intend to lead the next generation of the legal community,” co-founder Bram Weber added.

Young said the legal industry is changing and that companies large and small are seeking more specialized and cost-effective solutions to meet their legal needs.

“We are growing a regional practice here that delivers the same high-quality work

Compiled by Luann Dallojacono product and accessibility that clients have to come expect from large law firms, but we do so at a better value and with enhanced personal service,” he said. “Weber Law Group is perfectly positioned to lead this trend.”

Young received his Juris Doctorate from George Washington Law School and his B.A. from Penn State University, where he was a University Scholar and member of the Big Ten Championship men’s soccer team.

Melville resident Erica Garay, chair of the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) practice group and a member of the litigation practice at the law firm of Meyer, Suozzi, English & Klein, P.C., has been named to the American Arbitration Association’s Panel of Mediators.

The American Arbitration Association is a not-for-profit organization that services individuals and organizations who wish to resolve conflicts out of court. Alternative dispute resolution procedures assist clients

in resolving their disputes promptly, cost-effectively and with an eye toward achieving a creative business solution, typically not available through the litigation system.

Garay has Erica Garay served as an arbitrator for the Commercial and Complex Dispute Panel of the AAA for many years and also serves on rosters of mediators for Nassau, Suffolk, Queens, Westchester and New York counties, N.Y.S. Supreme Court, Commercial Division, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, and U.S. Bankruptcy Court's Mediation Panel for the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York.

Scholars discover first Hammon poem since ’50 (Continued from page A9)

hidden messages in his poems to the idea that by bringing Africans into the Christian fold, he was helping to demonstrate to the dominant culture the basic notion that Africans were human beings in possession of a soul – a revolutionary enough concept in the pre-enlightenment world of Calvinist America.

The new poem found by May and McCown, it seems, represents a major shift in an understanding of the ideology that Hammon held privately, and publicly advocated –

and perhaps, an “internal conflict over whether slavery was ‘God’s Will’ or a ‘dark and dismal’ manmade state,” according to UTA spokesperson Bridget Lewis.

May says he believes the poem will be a game-changer in the field of early American literature, because it constitutes much more of an anti-slavery tone than “An Address to the Negroes of the State of New York,” the prose piece Hammon wrote in 1787. In that piece, which was criticized by younger African-American activists of the time, he wrote: “If we should ever get to Heaven, we

shall find nobody to reproach us for being black, or for being slaves.”

May believes that Hammon wrote both the poem and essay around the same time, but that “An Essay on Slavery” was likely considered too anti-slavery and thus, was never allowed to be made public.

“I think he meant to publish it,” said the researcher. “His other essays all have a poem attached to them – but the 1787 Address to the Negroes has none.”

May and McCown’s research is the focus of an article to be published in the June 2013

edition of the journal Early American Literature, along with the full text of Hammon’s “An Essay on Slavery."

“This is an important discovery for three reasons,” said Sandra Gustafson, editor of Early American Literature. “It expands the very small number of known works by enslaved African-Americans written in the 18th century. The poem voices a strong, direct critique of slavery. And it shows Hammon’s ongoing poetic dialogue with Phillis Wheatley on matters of Christian faith and social justice.”

More upscale names coming to Whitman mall (Continued from page A1)

Michael Kors, True Religion, Anthropologie, Free People, Microsoft and Vera Bradley.

Les Morris, manager of corporate public relations for Simon, said Monday that the transformation is intended to appeal to a broad customer base.

“With all of our properties, we try to…have a great merchandise mix that is widely appealing, and this is no different… It’s not atypical of what we do in our better malls…have some elements of luxury,” he said.

Simon representatives declined to comment on whether Kate Spade and Urban Outfitters are expected to open at the Walt Whitman Shops, however Town documents tell a different story.

Town of Huntington Land Management

Site History reports indicate Simon is in talks with both companies, however certificate completions have not yet been issued for these tenants. According to Town of Huntington spokesman A.J. Carter, completion date permits imply that inspectors are still at work to determine whether or not all proposed work complies with town code.

Records state that on Oct. 29, 2012, Walt Whitman Mall LLC applied for a commercial alteration to a first and second floor for retail sales of Urban Outfitters, as well as an application filed on Dec. 7, 2012 to demise a wall for retail tenant Kate Spade. Permits for Urban Outfitters were issued on Dec. 5, 2012 and on Feb. 21 for Kate Spade.

Interior alteration requests were also submitted for additional dining tenants, including “Zin Burger,” frozen yogurt retailer “Cups,” and “Brio Tuscan Grill.”

Morris said Simon’s goal is for the Walt Whitman Shops to be an epicenter of retail for the Huntington area, and that the consumer experience there makes it preferable to online shopping.

“I think that people have the Internet, but there clearly is a magic to shopping physically. They like to try on the goods, and they like immediate gratification. There’s a whole social component to shopping… It’s not something you get with Internet shopping, and that translates to all of our tenants, whether they’re luxury or not,” Morris said.

According to a 2008-2009 U.S. Census report on electronic shopping and e-commerce sales, online shopping accounted for 48.1 percent of total merchandise sales.

Roughly 17.3 percent of e-commerce sales were clothing and clothing accessory purchases, which is the most common retail

platform at the Walt Whitman Shops.

Melville Chamber of Commerce President Mike DeLuise said by turning shopping into an interactive experience, the mall becomes more of a retail destination.

“You kind of get engaged, which is a really exciting new way of marketing…

They’re showing you things and you’re learning things,” he said.

Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce Chair Larry Kushnick said the influx of upscale tenants will only add to the shopping experience.

“I don’t think they’d [Simon] put the money this if they didn’t think it would work... [They’re brining in a] better class of tenants, higher paying tenants… It’s an economic facelift,” he said.

110 and Jericho among most dangerous roads (Continued from page A1)

no. 6 last year, with 11 fatalities. Route 110 was among five tied for no. 4 with 9 deaths, up from no. 6 last year.

According to maps released with the report, three Route 110 accidents were within the Town of Huntington, along with two on Route 25.

According to the report, Route 24 in Nassau County is the single more dangerous road within the tri-state area. Fourteen fatalities were reported from 2009-2011.

Tri-State spokeswoman Veronica Vanterpool said the study has been released every year since its inception in 2008.

They review the statistics, and then exam-

ine road characteristics.

Almost 60 percent of pedestrian deaths happen on arterial roads – roads with at least two lanes in each direction, designed to accommodate speeds over 40 mph and lack pedestrian-friendly options like crosswalks and bicycle paths. However, Vanterpool said arterial roads make up only 15 percent of all roads in the tri-state area.

“Arterials were traditionally designed to move vehicles from one destination to the next without regard for other road users like pedestrians and bicyclists. We continue to see that designing roads like this results in needless loss of life,” Tri-State an-

alyst Renata Silberblatt said.

The report also offered region-wide recommendations that can save lives at the state or city level.

Part of those improvements include forums on implementing Complete Streets, which Vanterpool described as a system of developing roads for all uses. Tri-State will partner with Vision Long Island and Wendel Companies to host a forum at the Sustainability Institute at Molloy College campus near Republic Airport on April 11.

“We are saddened that our region continues to be plagued by many dangerous roadways that are unsafe for residents of all ages, customers and workers in our lo-

cal communities. This report once again points to the need to move quickly to fund complete streets projects and enhance pedestrian safety,” Vision Long Island Director Eric Alexander said.

New York State and Suffolk County have joined towns like Hempstead, Islip and Babylon in passing Complete Street policy, although their roads tend to be worse for pedestrians and have more deaths. However, Alexander did give them credit for work on Hempstead Turnpike and in Smithtown.

“We need to come to grips that we have to make the roads safer. It’s literally a life and death situation,” he said.

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Thundercolts Contend For State Title Gordin seeks 100-yard freestyle crown, while Mattera aims for 100-yard backstroke

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In just a few days, two swimmers will be heading north to bring a state title home to Half Hollow Hills to go with their seventh straight Suffolk County title.

The Thundercolts led all challengers at the Suffolk County finals Feb. 16 with 307 team points to outlast Smithtown, which racked up 279 team points. But for two athletes, a final test awaits them in the state finals this Friday.

Hills East sophomore James Gordin was a standout at the county finals, placing third in the 50- and 100-yard freestyle and earning a state berth in the 100-yard freestyle with a 48.44-second time, making the cut with a half-second to spare. Joining him at states is Hills West junior Michael Mattera, who made the cut for states with a 54.56 time in the 100-yard backstroke, beating the state qualifier time of 54.82 seconds. Hills East senior captain Michael DiMaria nearly joined them, but missed the cut in the 100-meter butterfly by a fraction of a second.

The diving squad, under the direction of Coach Chris Blumenstetter, was a force in the county finals as well. Hills East sophomore Alex Cohen made a strong run at a berth in the state finals with his secondplace finish. Hills East sophomore John Natalone finished third, while West Hollow eighth-grader Max Gerber finished fifth in the county out of 28 entrants.

The Thundercolts wrapped up their seventh straight county title this month, and two athletes are headed north with state crowns in their sights.

Hills East junior Lawrence Wolf-Sonkin finished 11th.

Now in his 10th year coaching swimming, Jason Wiedersum, who coaches the girls in the fall and the boys in the winter, led the boys to a 9-0 season record, three championships, their seventh straight title in Suffolk County and their seventh League I title Feb. 16. In that seven-year stretch, Hills’ boys swim team has been a steady, dominant force, pulling down a remarkable 60-1 record in that time. Under his direction, the ladies took the League I title and finished second in counties to Ward Melville two years ago.

The 49-member boys team – one of the biggest Wiedersum has coached – represents Hills West and East, as well as Candlewood and West Hollow Middle Schools. Of those, 21 qualified for the postseason team, which is no small feat after graduating some of the team’s top senior talent after their 2012 campaign.

“The really incredible part of that was that out of the 21 kids, only eight were sophomores or older,” the coach said. “The rest were freshmen or younger, including six kids from the middle school.”

In addition to Gerger, those six middle school athletes are West Hollow eighth-

grader Alex Park, Candlewood seventhgrader Dylan Chan, Candlewood eighthgrader Daniel Lee, Candlewood seventhgrader Ethan Tack and Candlewood eighth-grader Mikko Sims.

To lead the young talent – a dozen were on Hills’ postseason swim team for the very first time – senior leadership was crucial.

“The very small group of upperclassmen were able to help provide insight for the younger guys to walk in and feel like they had been there before,” he said. “We needed that. With a young team, it could have gone a completely different way.”

With the help of club teams, many of the athletes swim year-round, and Wiedersum said that makes a big difference in varsity competition.

“Successful teams are successful because they have a high number on their team who train year-round in the water,” he said.

The sport opens doors to higher education for many of its participants, the coach added.

“Upwards of 80-90 percent of kids who do that and continue the sport in college receive a scholarship instrumental in allowing them to go to the school of their choice,” he said. “It allows parents to afford to send kids to the college of their choice.”

The state finals in Webster, N.Y. begin on Friday, March 1 with qualifying rounds.

The finals conclude on March 2.

Half Hollow Hills photo/Jacqueline Birzon

BOYS BASKETBALL

Colts Out For The Count

By Jacqueline Birzon jbirzon@longislandernews.com

The Hills West Colts, who tied for first place in League IV, were knocked out of the Suffolk AA playoffs last week during a

devastating 3-point loss in overtime.

In the wake of an otherwise successful season, Head Coach Bill Mitaritonna said the team was in “heartbreak city” as of Friday, having lost to Brentwood 76-73.

“It was one of the toughest losses we’ve

WRESTLING

And The Winner Is… Photo by Frank Grimaldi

At 160 pounds, Half Hollow Hills West’s Tyler Grimaldi brought home the State Wrestling Championship title on Feb. 23 against John Jay East Fishkill’s Dale White. It is the first state title in wrestling won in Hills West history.

Senior captain Jamir Blackman takes the shot during a game against Comsewogue earlier this season. had. We just came up short,” the coach said.

Mitaritonna said Brentwood had a solid edge over Hills throughout the first half of play, but the Colts wouldn’t go down without a fight. From the fourth quarter throughout overtime, the coach said there was a constant back and forth. Mitaritonna said senior captain Jamir Blackman tied up the game with a traditional 3-point play with 30 seconds left in regulation, and Marcus Solomon tied up the game after that.

Junior captain Terry Harris scored 26 points, Solomon scored 25 and Blackman added 15 points.

The coach said that Brentwood made it to the foul line eight times in overtime, which hurt the Colts’ shot at redemption. Senior

Dylan Harlem played a nice game off the bench during the second and third quarter, Mitaritonna added. Senior captain Neneyo Mate-Kole, who came off an ACL injury mid-season, gave the game his “whole heart” and added valuable rebounds during the teams last match up, the coach said.

“With two knee surgeries as a junior he still played seven games his senior year, and it’s a tribute to how hard he works.

College players don’t come back from injuries like that; he should be proud of his efforts,” the coach said.

As of last week, Mitirtatonna said the team was “emotionally shot.” Regardless, the coach said at the end of the day, a 15-5 overall record reflects a “great season.”

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We lco me To The Ne ig hb or ho od

Like many houses for sale, the home at 10 Henhawk Lane in Huntington, also pictured on the cover with its broker, Coach’s Linda Sauerbrey, is ready and waiting for a buyer. It was constructed by builder Tom Buchman of Trinity Builders.

LIfe photo/ Luann Dallojacono

One Huntington real estate agent described to this newspaper the art of seduction – when it comes to selling a home, that is.

The potential buyer must be seduced by the home, and that doesn’t mean just by the new stainless steel kitchen or hardwood floors. Walking through the door, the buyer should be able to visualize future holidays and birthday parties; the walls of a baby’s room; a room full of collectibles. The buyer should slowly fall in love with the possibilities of the home, and once that happens, the rest of the nitty-gritty paperwork part will all

seem worth it.

That is where agents come in. Connecting buyers with sellers, they work to make home ownership a dream come true. In this LIfe section, we talk to Huntington’s seasoned industry veterans and ask them about navigating the market. What can a seller do to increase the financial value of the home? What should a buyer look for? What does the market look like right now? We even talk to first-time homebuyers about the challenges they faced trying to buy a house these days.

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ventory is low – as much as 22 percent at one real estate firm. That is good news for sellers, but makes buying a bit more difficult. Houses of all prices are selling well, some agents report.

And while real estate agents don’t expect property values to fully rebound to pre-recession levels any time soon, they are seeing signs that the market is slowly recovering. Spring is usually when things pick up, but many have said the real estate season started early this year. If you’re in the market right now, on either side of it, we hope this section aids you on your journey.

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Be Willing To Compromise The First Time New homeowners say mortgage, lack of houses also challenging hurdles LIfe photo/Mike Koehler

By Mike Koehler mkoehler@longislandernews.com

Huntington native Jean Whelan thought she and her husband, Michael, were wellprepared to buy their first home. Instead, they were surprised to learn how much stress and aggravation it required.

The couple spent almost a year in transition until they finally moved into a house in Greenlawn.

“We want the American dream. We want our own house. We have our son, he’s only two-and-a-half,” she said.

They called Michael’s small Rockville Centre co-op their home when Jean gave birth to their son. Sticking it out as long as they could, the young family sold their co-op in October 2011, rented a house in Wantagh and began hunting for their own house.

Fortunately for the Whelans, Jean’s mother, Katherine Timms is an experienced real estate agent with Coach. Timms guided her daughter and son-in-law to a mortgage broker in February 2012.

The broker was excellent, Jean said, but his company was a headache. They had the money for a down payment and they had the credit; they were “[grade] A buyers.”

But because Michael is classified as a self-employed contractor – working in the Manhattan banking industry – the process was longer and more arduous than they expected.

Michael, Sean and Jean Whelan moved into their Greenlawn home – their first house – last fall.

“It doesn’t fit the mold of what they want. If he was a teacher or cop it would be easier,” she said.

They eventually secured the mortgage, after no shortage of paperwork and red tape, but more challenges lay in their quest for a home of their own.

Jean and Michael were looking to spend $400,000-$450,000 on their house. What they quickly learned is that range only buys a starter home on Long Island. After repeatedly looking into houses out of their

price range, Jean said they realized it was time to compromise.

“Things cost more than you think they do. Save your money. I think you have to come to the reality of what you can afford,” she said.

They accepted that a larger house and a brand new kitchen were not possible if they wanted a well-maintained home on flat property, not on a main road and in a good school district were necessities.

The couple also struggled to find even

that. Timms confirmed that inventory is at unprecedented low levels. Overall inventory is down 22 percent from last year, she added.

“That’s really good for sellers. It’s not so good for buyers because there’s less to choose from,” the agent said.

Her daughter discovered that first hand as she found no shortage of “crap” on the market while they checked half a dozen houses every weekend. Any time a decent property was listed at a reasonable price, it was snatched up in no time flat. Whelan recalled an East Northport house she liked. It was on the market for two weeks and the owner already had tentatively accepted an offer.

She came across their Greenlawn house when it was just a week-old on the market. Quickly they made an offer, eventually settling for $409,000 – slightly over the appraised value.

“It was in a good area, it’s right in the village, we really loved it,” Whelan said.

The house has four bedrooms, two bathrooms and a one-car garage. The bathrooms are original and the kitchen was updated, but not recently. Whelan said the white appliances are probably on their way out, but she likes the maple cabinets. No major construction was required, but the couple tore lots of wallpaper down, painted the interior and renovated hardwood flooring.

“You have to walk in the door and say this is a home,” she added.

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Experts To Sellers: Aim For ‘Sweet Spot’ Agents suggest focusing on interior improvements like kitchens, not pools LIfe photo/Luann Dallojacono

A well-appointed kitchen, like this one at a Douglas Elliman listing in the Greens in Melville, can be the initial hook to wow a prospective homebuyer.

By Danny Schrafel dschrafel@longislandernews.com

While a great first impression might get buyers in the door, sticking to the basics will get them to sign on the dotted line.

Coach Realtors’ Linda Sauerbrey, a broker in Huntington for 22 years, said a recent spate of reality-TV programs focusing on home buying and selling – “flipping,” in the trade – have contributed to a

shift in what gets a homebuyer’s attention.

“Twenty-two years ago, I would have said the things that added value are common-sense things that have to do with the functioning of the home – a good roof, new windows. It was very fundamental to the structure of the home,” she said. “Today, with the advent of all these shows, it would be a different spin.”

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When it comes to selling your home, real estate broker Linda Sauerbrey, pictured above in her listing at 10 Henhawk Lane in Huntington, suggests de-cluttering – less is more.

Keeping The American Dream Worry-Free When buying, do the homework, keep an open mind and call on experts

By Danny Schrafel dschrafel@longislandernews.com

Part of the traditional “American Dream” is anchored in home ownership.

But what steps can a prospective buyer take to ensure that dream doesn’t become a nightmare?

Experts in the field agree that doing your homework, paying close attention to details and having qualified, experienced professionals working with you every step of the way can be a big help to intercepting potential headaches.

Cathy Casalicchio, a licensed associate broker and a certified buyer’s broker at Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty in Huntington, said it is important to educate buyers about the process and ensure they are ready to take the plunge.

“When they do make an offer, things, even in this market, move along rather quickly. They should be ready to make an offer,” she said.

Once financing is place, a buyer should look for someone who took good care of his or her house and has a paper trail to illustrate that.

“You want to look for a house that is well-maintained and they have their receipts,” Huntington-based Douglas Elliman realtor Gary Baumann said.

He stressed the importance of not being swayed by cosmetics, which are easier to change down the road but could distract a shopper from big problems.

“You’re going to find some buyers who get tremendous values that buy the ‘ugly house’ that is in really good shape and very well-maintained,” he said.

A good agent can pick out many of the

From left, Melanie Mazzeo, Gary Baumann, A. Paul Laruccia of Berry Hill Development Corp. inspect a home. Bringing trained pros on during the buying process can alleviate many headaches down the road, experts agree. obvious defects, Baumann said, but typically once an offer is accepted, an additional home inspector comes into the picture to sniff out water damage, mold, termites and other unpleasant maladies.

Most contracts give the buyer the right to order at least one professional inspection before completing the sale, according to the National Association of Realtors.

“I prefer an inspector that’s also a professional engineer because they are held to a different standard and are a lot more knowledgeable about a lot of things,” Baumann said.

Licensed brokers, engineers and inspectors are key, according to Coach Realtors’ Linda Sauerbrey, because they will have more comprehensive knowl-

edge of local codes and regulations than a layperson.

With many trees damaged in the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy, that could prove especially important, she said.

“In Huntington in particular, you have to get a permit for every tree you take down past a certain width and diameter,” she said. “Some of these wooded properties have an enormous number of trees that have to come down. That’s a hidden cost.”

Engineers are vital, she said, because it’s their job to scour the house to weed out problems and ensure everything is code-compliant. Buyers and sellers should not be intimidated by engineers, she stressed – their job is to prevent any unpleasant surprises, either structurally or

related to town code and zoning rules.

“They’re trying to advise the customer of what potential costs and hazards would be going forward. No one’s trying to kill a deal or kill somebody’s dream.

They’re just trying to make them aware,” Sauerbrey said.

It’s also important, according to the National Association of Realtors, to do your due diligence and make sure you hire an expert. They recommend keeping six factors in mind when choosing.

First, look for an inspector with training in construction and building maintenance standards who has a track record in the home inspection business. Next, determine the scope of the inspection and ask for a sample report; make sure it is clear, complete and thorough. Follow up by getting references from the inspector and talk to some people who have owned their home for more than a few months, because some problems overlooked by an inspection can take a while to surface.

Also, see what organizations your prospective inspector belongs to, and be sure to inquire about the inspector’s policy about dealing with errors and omissions. After all, the realtors stress, even the best inspector is a human and can make a mistake.

While some problems can and should be handled before the sale, no two houses are the same and no house is perfect, Casalicchio said.

“Even in a new construction, there are things that aren’t perfect. A house is sort of like a person; it’s got its little idiosyncrasies. If there is something, I want to make sure they are aware of those things,” she said.

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Long Road Ahead For Real Estate Flurry of buyer activity a sign of hope but prices years away from normal

By Mike Koehler mkoehler@longislandernews.com

Real estate agents don’t expect property values to fully rebound to pre-recession levels any time soon, if at all.

They are, however, seeing some optimistic signs that the market is slowly recovering.

“We’re all excited about the market this year. We see definite improvement, par-

ticularly the activity level picked up at the beginning of the year,” said Katherine Timms, a manager for Coach Realtors in Huntington.

Both Timms and Kelley Taylor, a branch manager for Douglas Elliman locations in Huntington and Northport, confirmed that there is a major surge of buyer activity within the Town of Huntington – known as Zone 20 in the biz.

Available houses are at an all-time low,

Taylor said. She attributed the rush of buyers to low interest rates. Citing a recent upturn in rates, potential customers are pushing to take advantage of the postrecession market before interest rates normalize.

Timms said her company’s inventory is 22 percent lower than this time last year.

However, the Coach manager also theorized their volume of available houses are down because homeowners cannot

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afford to expand.

First-time homeowners spent $400,000-$500,000 for homes in 2006, Timms said, but home values in Zone 20 dropped about 30 percent during the recession. Saddled with negative equity, those owners are unable to afford a home in the $600,000-$1.2 million price range.

Taylor claimed that houses of all prices are selling well, referencing the list prices for 315 houses currently under contract in Zone 20. Twenty-seven exceed $1 million, 32 fall within $700,000$1 million and 28 are $600,000$700,000.

However, the list also includes 77 from $400,000-$500,000 and 64 between $300,000-$400,000.

“The activity is strong at all price points,” she said.

Both managers did agree that property values have seen minor growth, although to different extents.

According to the latest Elliman Report, the average price for a home on the north shore of Suffolk County sold for $588,590 in the fourth quarter of 2012, up 14.1 percent from 2011.

Buyers, the Douglas Elliman manager added, are adding to prices through bidding wars. With inventory so low, houses priced properly are seeing multiple offers.

In one instance, Taylor watched a Northport house be appraised at $650,000 for refinance last year. When it went on the market for $729,000 a short time later, the owners received four offers peaking at $715,000.

“This frenzy will only last until we have a flood of inventory,” she added.

The large number of buyers is a sign of hope, Timms said, creating nothing more than marginal increases.

“Just be happy the buyers are out there,” she said.

But there is some undisputable good news for property owners in the Town of Huntington. Both Coach and Douglas Elliman confirmed that Zone 20 numbers are at least matching most of Long Island and exceeding most of the country.

For example, the Elliman Report revealed home values across Long Island only increased 6.8 percent to $439,920 while the north shore of Suffolk more than doubled that. The report also indicated the number of sales increased 7.4 percent on the north shore of Suffolk and 7.5 percent across Long Island.

“I think Zone 20 is a very stable area.

We’re fortunate in that we don’t have a lot of foreclosures and short sales. That’s not to say we don’t have any, but we don’t have a lot,” Timms said. “You go out east, you start looking in places like Centereach and Selden, everything is a short sale. It’s a nightmare.”

Good news aside, full recovery is still a ways away, the Coach manager said.

Property values have grown 1-2 percent at best recently and 6 percent is considered a healthy market. It could easily take more than a decade to hit that figure, and that doesn’t take into account the cumulative effect of prices dropping for years.

“Anyone waiting for these prices to come back to what they were is going to have a long wait,” Timms said, urging sellers to pay for a certified appraisal before selling.

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Housing Royalty: Gold Coast Mansions Photo by Lessings

Photo by Liz Jandoli

The Marshal Field III estate was erected in 1923, and today sits atop a hill at Caumsett State park overlooking the Long Island Sound.

Originally known as West Neck Farm, Coindre Hall was named “The Museum of Long Island’s Gold Coast” in 1995.

By Jacqueline Birzon

Today, the house remains open to the public, and the land is utilized for hiking, biking and bird watching on the property overlooking the Long Island Sound.

Cappadona said Caumsett is the only park open in New York State with five original habitats still on site.

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During the early 20th century, Long Island’s North Shore was known as a popular destination for businessmen and entrepreneurs to settle. Wealthy industry moguls from throughout the country and overseas constructed estates marked with elaborate mansions on the Gold Coast, which many would use either as a seasonal home or permanent residence.

While many private estates have since been restored by the public, Suffolk County and the state, the mansions and the families who owned them reveal a rich and telling history of life on the Gold Coast during the early 1900s.

CAUMSETT’S MARSHALL FIELD III ESTATE

COINDRE HALL Known as West Neck Farm from 19061912, Coindre Hall was constructed in 1912 on behalf of George McKesson Brown.

Brown was the heir to the McKesson & Robbins pharmaceutical fortune, and he and his wife, Pearl, originally used the 135acre estate as a summer home.

According to Claudia FortuantoNapolitano, former director of operations at the Huntington Historical Society, in 1906 Brown commissioned architect Charles. S. Luce to begin designs for a French chateaustyle manor home. After six years of planning, construction began in 1912.

The main house was inspired by a chateau in the south of France, and the Photo by Brett Matthews Photography

In 1921, businessman and philanthropist Marshall Field III purchased the 2,100 acres of land now known as Caumsett State Park in Lloyd Harbor. The land, now approximately 1,750 acres, was used as a self-sufficient English country estate that was broken into two parts, the Caumsett Farm and a recreational territory for the use of Field’s family.

According to Dorothy Cappadona, archivist and chairman for the history committee of the Caumsett Foundation, prominent American architect John Russell Pope designed the estate’s original 124-room mansion. However, Field decided the property was too big to maintain, and the building lost its Georgian symmetry when Field demolished several wings of the estate during World War II. The estate held a lot of 80 gurney cows, whose milk Field used in his home and sold for profit. Cappadona described the dairy operation as “prolific,” and said the Field gardens were originally designed by a renowned gardener from England who was a consultant to Williamsburg Colonial Gardens in Virginia. His first of three wives preferred not to see the servants on the estate working, so she ordered a wall be put up around their 4 acres of garden.

The estate had beautiful riding stables, which Pope also designed, as well as a summer cottage, a winter cottage, and many smaller buildings for Field’s staff.

The only sport not available on the estate was golf. Other structures that have since been torn down include a tennis court, a saltwater swimming pool, and the pool house. The main house was completed in 1923, and by 1928 all other structures, including the stables and cottages, were finished.

Field had the hills on his Lloyd Neck property hand-made, where he planted hundreds of daffodils, the favorite flower of his first wife.

Field’s property was independent to the extent the property provided electricity for the area, and Field erected water pumps and towers that didn’t exist in the area.

After negations began with the state in 1956, the year Field died, Caumsett, which means “place by a sharp rock,” officially became a New York State Park in 1961.

Field’s third wife, however, continued to inhabit the main house until she moved out in 1966.

chandelier in the center of the spiral staircase is a copy of the one that hung in the New York State House in Albany.

The Browns became full-time residents during World War I, when the property contained a boat house, a farm house, a garage, a gate house, the water tower, the ice house, and the main house, known as Coindre Hall.

Fortunato-Napolitano said the main house was a center for innovative technology, as Brown was the first to utilize a central heating, forced-air ventilation, a central vacuum-cleaner, and underground utilities (in tunnels) between buildings.

Within the main house, there was an indoor “plunge,” or a swimming pool, a walk-in refrigerator in the basement, and a forced ventilation system that drew fresh air into the building, warmed air with radiators over the winter and cooled air in an ice room during the summer. The basement also housed a billiards room and a gun room adjacent to the drawing room.

When the stock market crashed in November 1929, the Browns lost a great portion of their wealth and were forced to sell off pieces of their estate. The most significant deal was made in 1939, when the family sold the northern 33 acres of the estate, including the main and boat houses, to the Brothers of the Sacred Heart. That same year, the Browns moved into the gate house, now the Unitarian Church. Shortly after the transition, the Brothers name the property Coindre Hall after the founder of their order and opened it as a boarding school for young boys. However, the school went bankrupt after 30 years and in 1972 was obtained by Suffolk County.

In conjunction with Division of Historic Services of Suffolk County Park’s Department, The Alliance for the Preservation of Coindre Hall was organized in 1991 to help preserve and restore the property. In 1995, the mansion was designated “The Museum of Long Island’s Gold Coast.”

OHEKA CASTLE

Built in 1919 at a cost of $11 million, Oheka Castle is the second largest private home in the United States, twice the size of the White House in Washington, D.C.

The second largest private home in the United States, Oheka Castle was construct(Continued on page LI 9)

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Housing royalty: Gold Coast mansions ed over a two-year period, from 19171919. At 109,000 square feet, twice the size of the White House, the castle was originally built for Otto Kahn, a financier and philanthropist in the early 20th century.

According to Ellen Schaffer, who coauthored a comprehensive history of the castle with Town of Huntington Economic Development Corporation Director Joan Cergol, the project cost $11 million, and today would have cost $110 million.

Manhattan-based architect’s Delano and Aldrich, in collaboration with the landscape architects the Olmsted Brothers of Brookline, Mass., created a fire proof mansion for the Kahns on their 443-acre estate. The designers used a combination of stone, terra cotta and cement to protect the Kahns dramatic and eclectic art collection.

The estate contained an 18-hole golf course, a club house, horse stables, greenhouses, three gate houses, formal gardens, reflecting pools, fountains, a statuary, an amphitheatre, miles of bridle and walking paths, a 10-car garage, a working farm and dairy operation, an indoor pool and tennis courts, an air strip and a race track.

In 1922, the New York Times referred to Oheka as the “finest country house in America.” The Kahns referred to the castle simply as Cold Spring Harbor, later named Oheka, an acronym in honor of Otto Hermann Kahn.

The family occupied the home until Kahn’s death in 1934. The home was sold to the New York State Sanitation

Department and became a retreat for sanitation workers. One year later, however, the operation was shut down because it was not zoned as a retreat house.

Beginning in 1943, the estate was leased for a radio school for merchant marine ops during World War II, and after the war was finished the mansion sat empty until 1948 when it was sold to the Eastern Military Academy. At that time, it was used as a preparatory school for boys.

As of 1946, the golf course and stables were made part of the Cold Spring Country Club, and 6 acres of greenhouse complex became the Otto Keil Florist.

The military academy closed in 1979, marking the start of a five-year period of inaction during which over 100 fires were set by arsonists and vandals. Schaffer said the destruction was devastating, and when Long Island real estate developer Gary Melius purchased the land in 1984, the castle was in a state of complete ruins.

Since that time, Schaffer said the property has undergone a “world-class historic restoration,” at a cost approaching $30 million. The castle is used as a hotel, a premier wedding and entertainment venue, and as a backdrop for the USA Network series’ “Royal Pains.”

PLANTING FIELD’S COE HALL In 1883, William Robertson Coe moved from England to the United States at the

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Coe Hall was the seasonal home to maritime insurer and railroad businessman William Coe, who left the property to the state upon his death in 1955. age of 14. In 1900, he wed Mai Rogers, the daughter of standard oil businessman Henry Huttleson Rogers.

Coe made his fortune in maritime insurance, and had a hand in insuring the Titanic, which sank in 1912. According to Gwendolyn Smith, assistant curator at the Planting Fields Foundation, despite the

Titanic disaster, Coe was able to maintain his financial statue. Coe acquired further wealth through his time spent on the board of directors of the Virginia Railway Industry.

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INVITE THE FOODIES: The Foodie crew is out and about townwide. Restaurant owners, chefs and food fans are invited to submit news and notices to The Foodies, c/o Long Islander newspapers, 149 Main Street, Huntington NY 11743, or e-mail foodie@longislandernews.com.

To suggest reviews, e-mail or call Peter Sloggatt at 631-427-7000.

Mac’s: Choice Real Estate For Dining Foodie photos/Danny Schrafel

Tender, grilled lamb chops are a highlight, served atop a lively sweet potato mash.

By Dany & Betty foodie@longislandernews.com

Walk through the double-doors at Mac’s Steakhouse in Huntington village, and whether you’re off to the bar for happy hour or the dining room for a meal, you’ll feel quickly at home. And that’s just how proprietor Mark Gelish wants it to be.

Gelish, a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America with 40 years of experience in the business, has been running Mac’s for the last four years. Since taking the wheel, he has focused on value and freshness, emphasizing all-natural, fromscratch fare. Chef Raphael Salermon’s menu showcases top-notch selections from land and sea married with flavors that accentuate and elevate without overwhelming.

Gelish got us started with fresh raisin bread and warm, buttery house rolls infused with a bit of garlic. Spinach, Crab and Goat Cheese Dip ($10) is a popular bar appetizer for sharing and great wherever you sit, with crisp, substantial kettle chips for scooping up the savory blend.

Boneless Braised Short Rib ($12) is another winning starter, with tender grilled beef dressed in rosemary demi stock and paired with zesty, yet smooth, creamy horseradish sauce. Sautéed Calamari ($11) is tender and delicious in garlic, plum tomatoes and a rich lobster sauce – a welcome twist on a staple. Many of these appetizers are meant for sharing, so keep an eye out when you order. Also consider Mac’s many rare selections, as well as an extensive raw bar.

For our main course, we took a journey from surf to the butcher’s block. From the “Mac’s Catch” section comes decadent Sautéed Shrimp and Lobster ($31), a hearty combination of a tender, buttery 11/4 lb. lobster and a trio of juicy jumbo shrimp, presented elegantly atop vegetable risotto. From “Mac’s Grille,” delight in finger-licking Grilled Lamb Chops ($41), a half-dozen melt-in-your-mouth “lamb

lollipops” over terrific honey-infused sweet potato mash, asparagus spears cooked just right and a sour-cream mint jelly crème for a subtler take on lamb’s traditional accompaniment.

Of course, it wouldn’t be a trip to Mac’s without enjoying all-natural, grass-fed steaks, and their impossibly tender 28 oz. bone-in ribeye ($44) was, quite simply, a knockout. Simple presentation allows the top-notch beef, flavorful and fresh, to shine through and enjoy the spotlight it richly deserves. Consider pairing your steak selection with sides like surprisingly light, flavorful Black Truffle Mac & Cheese ($9, serves two).

Decadent upside-down cheesecake, served atop a thin graham cracker crust, is a great way to close out your meal. So too is sweet and creamy crème brûlée. Chocolate lovers can get behind warm, fudgy flourless chocolate cake.

Mac’s General Manager Sean McGaw and proprietor Mark Gelish showcase their outstanding 28 oz. bone-in ribeye steak in their wine cellar dining room at Mac’s Steakhouse.

If you’re in town for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, look for the tent outside Mac’s, which teams with the Ancient Order of Hibernians each year during the parade. And with Gelish’s enthusiasm for the restaurant business and stepping it up to a new level, we expect he’ll be here supporting them for years to come.

Dressed in lobster sauce, the Sautéed Calamari brings a new twist to an old favorite.

Mac’s Steakhouse 12 Gerard St., Huntington village 631-549-5300 www.macssteakhouse.com

Seafood lovers will delight in the elegant Sauteed Shrimp and Lobster dish.

Atmosphere: Intimate and inviting Cuisine: All-natural steak, seafood and sides Price: Expensive Hours: Mon-Thurs 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri-Sat: 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sun: 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. (brunch until 2:30 p.m.)

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‘PRIMO’ OFFERS: Primo Piatto Gastro Bar &

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Pizzette (138 Main St., Huntington 631935-1391 primopiattorestaurant.com) is a Foodie favorite – seriously, if you haven’t had their Grandma slice yet, what are you waiting for? – and they also have some great mid-week specials for old friends and newcomers alike. Tuesday is their pizza special – take $2 off any pizza (take-out only; no limit). On Wednesday, swing by for their special prix-fixe menu (dine-in only). Or if you’re in the mood for some parmesan, stop in Thursday night for specials on parmesan entrees – again, plan to stick around because it’s dine-in only. We’re sure the visit will be well worth your time, so make a reservation to check it out.

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Foodies’ favorite chefs, Tom Schaudel, the mastermind behind Melville’s Jewel, will help start the party right at the opening of the historic landmark Suffolk Theater in Riverhead. The March 2 “Back to the Thirties” cocktail party will feature the music of Grammy-winner Vince Giordana and the food of the beloved Schaudel, who will stay on as culinary director for the theater’s fullTAPS & APPS: Finnegan’s (5 Wall service restaurant and two St., Huntington, 631-423-9696), bars. Party-goers will sip a local landmark since 1912 and on a signature cocktail for the oldest continuous operating the theater, named “The bar in Huntington, presents Tap Lord Suffolk,” concocted Jewel’s Tom Schaudel’s first duty as culinary diby Schaudel and the the- rector for the new Suffolk & App specials every Tuesday starting at 5 p.m. Appetizers are ater’s food and beverage Theater was to create a offered for $5 along with tap manager, Lawrence Smith. signature cocktail, “The They shared the recipe Lord Suffolk,” above left. deals featuring $3 pints and $12 pitchers. Menu includes: Lesswith us. In a mixing glass ing’s local ale, Blue Moon, with ice, stir in and strain: 1 3/4 oz. Hendricks gin, 1/4 oz. Cointreau, Miller Light and Samuel Adams; and Buf1/4 oz. sweet vermouth, 1/4 oz. maraschi- falo wings, chicken fingers, nachos no liqueur; add lemon twist and serve in a rancheros, spinach and artichoke dip and roasted red pepper bruschetta. cocktail glass.

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Fields in Oyster Bay during the spring and the fall. The original house on the property burned down in 1918, and Coe decided to erect a new English style, 16th-century Elizabethan country house, completed in 1921.

Coe Hall was designed by architects Walker and Gilette, and was built with Indiana limestone, a fireproof material that was rarely used at the time. The interior design was Charles Duveen, also known as Charles of London, and landscaping for the 409-acre property was done by the Olmstead Brothers, who also designed the plans for the Oheka Castle property.

The Planting Fields featured a “very ornate Italian garden” with a tea house, and a manor house on the property that was built for Coe’s second wife after he died. Smith said that because the main house was so large and inaccessible to his second wife, who was wheelchair-bound, she issued orders for the construction of a French style manor house for her to live in instead.

The Coe family maintained a staff of roughly 35 servants to maintain both the house and the property grounds, the back section of which contained a farm.

Coe was an avid fan of horse racing, and his horses won many prizes at different races throughout the country. Several of his horses competed in the Kentucky Derby.

In 1949, Coe deeded the planting fields and buildings to the State of New York in his will, and after his death in 1955 his family moved off the property.

Coe’s mansion was used as a college in the 1960s, and later as a museum in the 1970s.

Today, the Planting Field arboretum is owned and maintained by the New Historic Division of New York State Department of Parks and Recreation, while the Planting Fields Foundation oversees the contents of the mansion, as well as programming and educational activities.

The Planting Fields Foundation was established by Coe’s grandson, Michael D. Coe in the late 1970s. Smith said Michael Coe has been instrumental in restoration efforts at the mansion in his role as chairman of the Planting Fields Foundation. He has also restored furnishings on the entire first floor, and the second floor is still being restored.

The Eagle’s Nest Mansion at the Vanderbilt Museum features red-tiled Spanish roofs and stucco walls, constructed by New York City-based architects Warren and Whitmore.

VANDERBILT EAGLE’S NEST In 1910, heir of the established Vanderbilt family, William Kissam Vanderbilt II purchased the Centerport property, the location better known today as home to the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum. According to Stephanie Gress, the museum’s director of curatorial affairs, the Vanderbilt family was known for their reputation as railroad and shipping industry tycoons. One of the Vanderbilts’ most notable projects was the construction of Grand Central Station in Manhattan. Vanderbilt was also a marine and wildlife enthusiast, and he owned sev-

eral yachts and steamships that he used for exploration and travel.

The 43-acre parcel was purchased in three separate phases. Recently separated from his wife, Vanderbilt was attracted to the area because of its private and secluded nature, as well as accessibility to the Northport harbor. Gress said Vanderbilt docked his largest ship at Northport during the summers when he occupied the estate.

Construction of the estate began in 1912 and was executed in three phases until its completion in 1936. The estate contained a boat house, a sea cliff hanger, and a marine museum that Vanderbilt designed himself and opened its doors to the public on Wednesdays. New York City-based architects Warren and Whitmore designed the

mansion, a Spanish revival with red roof tile, stucco walls and a center courtyard.

The plans included iron bars on the windows, and heavy Spanish doors. At Vanderbilt’s request, the architects traveled to Spain to retrieve materials for the culturally inspired design, which is rare on Long Island as the style does not hold up well in inclement weather.

Vanderbilt also had a saltwater pool with cabanas on the Centerport property, and a garage facility that housed his chauffeurs in bedrooms upstairs.

Vanderbilt recorded in his will his request to leave the property to Suffolk County to be used as a museum. The property officially became a public park in 1950; the planetarium was added in 1971.

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buyer interest, she explained, as are well-appointed bathrooms.

“It has almost become commonplace for people to expect stainless steel appliances, granite countertops,” she said. “If you don’t have those things in your home, it’s almost seen as a negative.”

Gary Baumann, a licensed broker associate with Douglas Elliman Real Estate, agreed that kitchens are a tremendous driver of home prices.

“Kitchens sell houses. Even though everyone always jokes that they don’t cook, even the people that don’t cook like a nice kitchen,” he said.

If one does take the plunge in renovating a kitchen, Baumann said the homeowner can recoup 80 to 100 percent of the

investment.

“You have to find a balance between doing something that pops and something that will meet a lot of people’s tastes,” he said.

Once the initial “seduction” of homebuying fades and a prospective buyer gets into the nitty-gritty, solid fundamentals – a good roof, windows and heating system, for example – can provide the needed one-two punch to close the deal.

Typically, that second phase begins when a buyer brings in an engineer to inspect the house, Sauerbrey said. And according to the National Association of Realtors, mechanical repairs – to ensure that all systems and appliances are in good working condition – are required to get a top price.

“That’s when a buyer starts coming into reality – what are the big-ticket items I have to address short-term?” she said.

If one is making larger-scale upgrades, be sure not to overdo it, experts say. According The National Association of Realtors, the goal is to ensure the finished product fits your community’s character.

Consult with a realtor, they add, to get suggestions that fit your marketplace.

But if you’re not motivated to make major upgrades, sticking to home-selling fundamentals will always make a difference.

“The best thing you can do to add value to your house and maximize what you’ll get for selling it is pricing it right,” Baumann said.

Offering extra care in how a home is staged is also a must – and some of that

benefit is available free of charge.

“De-clutter. Less is more,” Sauerbrey said.

Cosmetic improvements, like fresh paint and new carpets can also provide a lot of benefit for relatively little outlay.

“If you’re going to make a $6,000 investment, that is probably the best investment,” Sauerbrey said.

But to avoid a potential money sink, focus on the inside of the home, Baumann said.

“I’ve seen people put in pools and extensive landscaping. A lot of things that are done outside the house look pretty, but they don’t make buyers come to the table,” he said. “Buyers really look at the inside of the house way more than the outside.”

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