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Honoring Huntington’s Cultural Giants Melville filmmaker begins fundraising drive for Skolnick/Rothbard documentary short By Danny Schrafel dschrafel@longislandernews.com
Filmmaker Steve Taub is raising money to produce a documentary short about Huntington cultural icons Vic Skolnick and Michael Rothbard.
Melville filmmaker Steve Taub is hoping to raise money for his upcoming documentary about a pair of Huntington’s cultural giants by using the grassroots philosophy both of them treasured. Taub is producing “Impresarios and Visionaries,” a documentary short about his longtime friends Vic Skolnick, cofounder of the Cinema Arts Centre, and Inter-Media Arts Center cofounder Michael Rothbard. The two are a pair of critical thinkers who made a tremendous cultural contribution to Long Island and Huntington in particular, he said. “Our goal is to inspire people to pur-
sue their dreams. Visualization can become realization,” he said. “We want to explore and celebrate the cultural importance and impact that the arts have on a community level.” He’ll be kicking off fundraising efforts with “The ABC Event,” a melding of arts, business and community interests, at Christopher’s Courtyard Café in Huntington village on May 23 from 710 p.m. The roots of the documentary project, in collaboration with Vic’s wife, Charlotte Sky, and son, Dylan Skolnick, and Rothbard’s life partner Kathie Bodily, dates back about a year. Taub, an Emmy-nominated producer who has worked in video and television for more than two decades, said the production
will require editors, cameramen and a soundtrack, amongst other elements, to reach the desired broadcast-quality level. The Christopher’s fundraiser, he said, will provide much-needed seed money. “He wants to do this film that really talks about critical thinking and visionaries… what could happen in a society with thinking outside of the box,” Bodily said. “I think both Michael and Vic fell into those categories.” Vic, Charlotte and Dylan founded the Cinema Arts Centre in 1973, and the center has blossomed to become Long Island’s only nonprofit community theatre. Focusing on American and international films, restored classics and cutting-edge cinema mixed with popu(Continued on page A13)
SOUTH HUNTINGTON
St. Anthony’s Rocket Men Head To Nationals School’s rocketry team will compete next month with hopes of winning a trip to France By Stephanie DeLuca sdeluca@longislandernews.com
Out of almost 700 rocketry teams throughout the country, the St. Anthony’s High School Rocket and Aviation Club earned one of the 100 open spots to compete in the world’s largest rocket contest. The Friars qualified two separate rocket building teams to compete in the national finals at Team America Rocketry Challenge (TARC). St. Anthony’s was among the top 100 teams in April, winning over 678 other participating student teams from across the country. The team will be heading to Great Meadow in The Plains, Va. near Washington, D.C. on May 12 to compete. “It’s an honor especially since this is
only the second year the club has been instituted at St. Anthony’s,” said Tom Panichella, president of the club. The students were asked to design and build a rocket that will climb to 800 feet and stay aloft for about 43-47 seconds using a parachute for a recovery device. For the competition, they also need to transport two eggs in their rocket and return them to ground-level unbroken. The closer the team’s score is to “0” the better. “The overall score for the entire country is approximately 13.5,” said Mark Capodanno, moderator of the club and (Continued on page A13)
St. Anthony’s Rocket and Aviation Club will head to Virginia to compete in world’s largest rocket contest.
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As Seen In Huntington
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St. Therese, or something that came from her body. Her dear friend gave this child the relic, which is beprowess in building fast, sporty, luxurious automolieved to have played a big role in his recovery! About biles, the Bavarian Motor Works was known for two years ago, she wore the something a bit less… erm, same relic as she fought canglamorous – the threeIN THE KNOW cer herself. Now the relic is in wheeled Isetta microcar. How WITH AUNT ROSIE the hands of another Huntdid you get in the little bubble ington resident waging battle car, you ask? You opened the front, took a seat and against cancer. shut the door. Until 1962, BMW sold more than 160,000 of the things and Steve Urkel drove one on Witnessing history in the making… I was driv“Family Matters,” but they are very rare – except for ing home from the grocery store on Friday when I one bright-blue, beautiful Isetta that the owner saw two planes on top of one another, flying at low takes around Huntington village. But only when he altitude. I never saw such a thing! So I paused at has time to spare, I imagine – almost every single the stop sign for a while – fortunately, no one was person who walked by this car stopped dead in his behind me – and watched as the planes flew in the or her tracks, stared at it, gawked, looked in the sky. As soon as I got home I turned on my television windows and were just amazed by this teeny-tiny set. The planes I saw were in fact the space shuttle blast from the past. For his part, the owner was all Enterprise flying over New York. This was actually but happy to oblige passersby, showing how the representative of NASA’s decision to end the shuttle doors opened and throwing it into neutral to show program after 30 years and retiring all four of its how you can push it with one hand! I don’t know remaining orbiters and sending them to museums how keen I’d be to drive such a little car in the day around the country. I’m so glad I got to witness hisof land-crusher SUVs, but hey – think of all the tory in the making. time you’d save looking for parking spots…
A bit of housekeeping… We featured the story of Tito and Barbara Batista, who, after forwarding a prayer in a chain email from a friend, discovered a pair of mourning doves on their front step five minutes later – and so did a few of their friends around the country. In that story, we got our wires crossed a little bit, but they’ve sent me in to untangle it to share a very moving story. So, putting my ombudsman’s hat on… it wasn’t a prayer from Mother Teresa that got forwarded, but St. Therese of the Child Jesus, a French saint who died in 1897 at age 24 after a harrowing battle with tuberculosis. She said that “my mission – to make God loved – will begin after my death,” and that she would spend eternity in heaven doing good on Earth. Adele Damian, who passed along the email to the Batistas, wrote in to say she sent it because of her personal affinity with St. Therese. About six years ago, she learned of a 2-yearold who had been diagnosed with cancer. A good friend of hers was the recipient of a first-class relic of Send a photo of your pre-school age child or your favorite pet along with a brief anecdotal background and we’ll consider it for “Baby Faces” or “Pet Faces.” For babies, include baby’s full name, date of birth, hometown and names of parents and grandparents. For pets, please include the pet’s name, age, hometown and breed, if applicable. Send to info@longislandernews.com or mail it to: Baby of the Week or Pet of the Week, c/o Long-Islander, 149 Main St., Huntington, NY 11743. Please include a daytime phone number for verification purposes.
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Two East Northport men were arrested for theft on April 25. An iPhone was left behind at a Huntington Station hardware store and the defendants allegedly took it. The men, ages 19 and 21, were charged with petit larceny.
Remind Me Not To Eat There Northport Village police and firefighters responded to a Fransal Court home on April 23 about a kitchen fire. They determined the fire was extinguished, after which firefighters provided fans to clear the residence of smoke. The fire was determined to have started from burning food in the oven. No further police action was required.
Bobcat Theft Discovered By Cop Pawing At Fence Northport police stumbled upon an apparent grand larceny on April 22. While on patrol, an officer noticed a fence along Fort Salonga Road was in a suspicious position. Upon further investigation, police determined a Bobcat had been stolen sometimes during the overnight before.
New Car Gets Unwelcome Makeover A Huntington Station resident called Suffolk County police on April 22 to report damage to their car. The homeowner found the 2012 Honda Accord parked in the driveway with paint on it and two tires slashed.
Robbers Punch Victim, Take His Wallet Suffolk police responded to Huntington Station about a robbery on April 21. The complainant said he was walking on Fairgrounds Avenue when two male subjects punched him and took his wallet.
A South Huntington resident called Suffolk County police on April 20 about a burglary. Police determined the thief entered through an unlocked bedroom window before making off with jewelry.
Surprise! Suffolk police were dispatched to a Dix Hills home about a possible burglary on April 19. An unknown person was kicking in a back door while the homeowner was in the driveway. The suspect fled the scene when they realized someone was home.
Identity, Cash Withdrawn A Huntington woman called Suffolk County police on April 19 to report a case of identity theft. She lost her ATM card earlier and discovered that someone had used it to withdraw cash.
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Have What It Takes For Hills’ Hall Of Fame? School district accepting nominations for new alumni recognition program By Stephanie DeLuca sdeluca@longislandernews.com
For the first time, the Half Hollow Hills School District will be honoring alumni with its Triple A Alumni Hall of Fame, and the community is being asked for nominations. The Triple A Alumni Hall of Fame will pay tribute to those who have shown exceptional levels of excellence in their chosen field, demonstrate a sense of pride in the district and made positive contributions to present and future generations of Hills students. Inductees will receive a plaque to take home as well as a plaque that will be displayed in the hall, located in the Fran Greenspan Administration Center in Room 211. Architectural design and layout of the room was designed by Marianne Mead’s architectural students at Hills High School East. A logo for the hall of fame was created by Julian Porter of Hills West. The district is asking the community to submit nominations. Nominees must be graduates of at least 10 years and have achieved excellence in their career, made major contributions to the Hills community, and/or demonstrated moral character to serve as role models for future graduates.
Nomination categories for the hall of fame include academics, athletics and arts. For the academics category, the district is looking for those who left an academic legacy of post-graduate achievements as well as those who have made distinguished contributions to academics. In the athletics category, nominees should demonstrate strong leadership and sportsmanship on and off the field and have proven athletic accomplishments while in high school or after graduation. Coaches who have made contributions to the Hills athletic program, made a lasting impression on players and have documented accomplishments can be nominated. Athletic teams with outstanding records and team accomplishments can be nominated as well. Nominees for the arts legacy category must have made post-graduate achievements in the visual or performing arts. For distinguished service/support to the arts, inductees must demonstrate strong commitment or contribution to the arts. A community service award will also be given to the nominee who has shown outstanding community service to Hills. An honorary achievement award will be given
A simulation of Room 211 at the Fran Greenspan Administration Center, where Hills’ Hall of Fame will be displayed. to a non-graduate of Hills who has demonstrated dedication and commitment in the district. Recipients can be staff, community members or coaches. Applications for nominations will soon be available on the district’s website at www.halfhollowhills.k12.ny.us. Deadlines for nominations are Aug. 1. Inductee decisions will be made by the
Triple A Hall of Fame board of advisors. The Hills Triple A Hall of Fame committee is led by President Christine Geed and includes members of the school board as well as residents. There are about 15 members on the committee. The first induction to the hall of fame will be during homecoming weekend in the fall.
SOUTH HUNTINGTON
Former Friar Writing His Way Into Comic Books Robert Conte shares tales of KISS work, NKOTB lawsuit and upcoming graphic novel By Emaad Khwaja info@longislandernews.com
Robert V. Conte has dedicated his whole life to comics. At the age of 16, he took up a job a Collectors Kingdom in Huntington Station. From 1987-1990, he managed the store. Collectors Kingdom, he said, was a “source of happiness” for him during his parents’ separation. Now the president of Manhattan Comics & More, Conte returned to Collectors Kingdom on April 25 to sign copies of a new DVD release, “The Story of Rock n Roll Comics.” “I’m honored to return to the store that inspired a poor 16-year-old kid to make his dream come true,” Conte said. Born in Mineola and now calling New York City home, Conte has written the liner notes to over 20 remastered and repackaged KISS albums. He has also won the R.I.A.A. award for his contributions to KISS’s 1996 album “You Wanted the Best, You Got the Best.” “Rock n Roll Comics #9,” a biography on KISS, was Conte’s first comic. The comic was actually published in Collectors Kingdom. Conte has also written several other comics, including Godzilla, G.I. Joe, and James Bond. He’s also met rock stars like Ozzy Osbourne, Carlos Santana and Gene Simmons during his career. One of Conte’s comics, “Rock N Roll Comics #12: New Kids on the Block” faced legal troubles after it was published. Conte had written unautho-
rized biographies of several other rock stars in the past, however the ’80s pop group “New Kids on the Block” was not pleased with the entry Conte wrote about them. The New Kids proceeded to sue Revolutionary Comics, publisher of Rock N Roll Comics. The case fell before U.S. District Judge John S. Rhoades. “It was the first published comic book that went to the Supreme Court,” Conte said. “[We] claimed that [we] were protected by the First Amendment, and they actually sided with us.” In his ruling, Rhoades ruled the comics could be legally sold because they were “part biography and part satire.” As a youth, Conte attended St. Anthony’s High School in South Huntington from 1984-1988 and was part of the first co-ed graduating class. Although Conte found it difficult to integrate with his peers, he felt his education was “superb” and continues to be “grateful to many teachers.” Conte is currently working on a new graphic novel, entitled “She Abused Me.” This story is said to detail six chapters of personal accounts of his relationships with several women. “I’ve [been with] several women who have abused me, whether it be physically, emotionally, or verbally,” said Conte. “The purpose of [the novel] is to show that not only women are abused in relationships, but also sometimes men.” The novel is slated for a 2014 release.
Robert V. Conte started a lengthy career in comics at Collectors Kingdom in Huntington Station, which he visited on April 25.
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COLD SPRING HARBOR
Two Doves Bring Series Of Unusual Events By Danny Schrafel dschrafel@longislandernews.com
Sometimes, a coincidence is just that – a series of events lining up to give the impression of an uncanny occurrence at play. But when is a larger force responsible? Consider the case of Cold Spring Harbor resident Tito Batista, and his wife, Barbara. In early April, he received a chain email from his close friend Adele Damian while she was in Italy. The email contained a prayer to St. Therese of the Child Jesus, and requested the recipient send it to 10 people they love and wait five minutes to see what happened. “I usually throw them out, but out of respect for my friend, I read it,” Tito said. So, he read it, forwarded it to 10 loved ones and waited five minutes. At that point, the uncanny happenings began. “My wife comes in at five minutes to the button,” Tito said. “She said there were two birds outside, and they look like they’re hurt.” The Batistas called the Nature Conservatory in Cold Spring Harbor, and a bird expert came down to take a look at the birds. As this was unfolding, Tito received a call on his cell phone from Brian Drago, a friend of his who lives in New Jersey. The radio producer told him that he had two birds on his front porch that didn’t fly away, either, and were staring at him as well. “I thought this was quite coincidental and may be a sign from up above,” said
Five minutes after sending a chain email to 10 loved ones, these two mourning doves – Mary and John – arrived in Tito Batista’s yard – the first of a series of intriguing events that would transpire. Barbara, who quickly got on the phone with her friend Kathy Pandolfo to let her know. Pandolfo replied that the bird were probably doves, considering how they usually travel in pairs. She then added yet another wrinkle to the series of unusual events. “She said, ‘I am actually looking at a pair right now on my neighbor’s lawn,’” Bar-
bara recalled. “How weird is this?” Bird expert Derek Rogers told Tito and Barbara that the birds were juvenile Mourning Doves, which nest in evergreens. Since arriving in early April, the birds, which the couple has since named Mary and John, have started to bond with Tito and Barbara. “They know us, my wife and I – when we come home, they’re on the front steps of
our front porch and we feed them bird seed. We could practically take them in their hands,” Tito said. “It’s very bizarre, very beautiful. It’s just unbelievable how beautiful they are.” The whole experience, he said, has him a little perplexed still. “It’s so interesting and so coincidental. Wait five minutes and see what happens – wow,” he said.
SOUTH HUNTINGTON
Carnival For Special Needs Kids Draws Crowd By Jasmine Weber info@longislandernews.com
A carnival at a South Huntington high school on Saturday geared towards children with special needs was so successful that organizers are already planning another one for next spring. St. Anthony’s High School held its annual Friars Golden Kids Carnival over the weekend, featuring carnival games, bubbles, inflatable rides and sports for the kids. The event, organized by Brother Damian Novello and Laura Giannuzzi, was held in the school’s indoor track from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. It was a festive day, as volunteers dressed as superheroes and volunteers and children danced to
music. “Three-hundred volunteers gave up their day,” Novello said, adding that the student volunteers were doing this of their own accord, and that none were receiving community service hours. “[It is] good for our students to be in contact with kids with special needs. It helps our kids as well as helping them.” Volunteers were assigned to each child, with the task of making sure they were having fun and looking after them. The ages of the children ranged from young toddlers to teenagers. One hundred families signed up, and the school was expecting almost 500 attendees. The school plans to hold a third carnival in the spring of 2013.
St. Anthony's students Brendan Hargaden, James Wise and Justin DeCristofaro spent their day volunteering at a carnival for children with special needs.
SOUTH HUNTINGTON
Hidden Camera Recording In School Bathroom Police arrest employee for IT contractor; children were never at risk, officials said By Mike Koehler mkoehler@longislandernews.com
An individual contracted for work hid a camera in the drop ceiling of a bathroom in Countrywood Primary Center, law enforcement alleged. Kevin Clancy, 31, was arrested for felony unlawful surveillance by Suffolk County police on April 25. On April 19, Det./Sgt. Rick Auspaker said, someone using a co-ed faculty bathroom at the South Huntington school noticed a light blinking in the ceiling. When they moved closer, they noticed it was an iPhone.
Auspaker confirmed the phone was recording video, but would not say what it was aimed towards. South Huntington School District spokesman Steve Bartholomew said police were immediately called when the incident happened late that afternoon. Six days later, police called the district back about Clancy’s pending arrest. Clancy, of Glen Head, was working for an IT contractor within the district. Sources familiar with the situation confirmed his employer as Hauppaugebased Custom Computer Specialists. The company did not return messages for comment.
Bartholomew said Clancy did work throughout the district, but was primarily assigned to Countrywood. The defendant had been working on district property for several years, the spokesman added. In an April 27 letter to parents, Superintendent Thomas Shea said Clancy has been removed from his assignment and will not be returning. Countrywood is a second home for nearly 700 students in grades K-2. However, police and district officials both said no students appear to be involved. “The safety of the children has not been compromised at all,” Bartholomew said, adding that every bathroom in the
school district was searched and no additional cameras were uncovered. Clancy has been released on $750 station house bail, Auspaker confirmed, although he was unsure of the defendant’s court date. And while the investigation is ongoing, police do not anticipate any additional arrests or charges. Meanwhile, the district’s spokesman said the contractor is still working in the district. “This is one individual. He did have fingerprinted clearance through his contractor. I can’t really assume just because there’s one bad person, we throw out all the rest,” Bartholomew said.
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TOWN OF HUNTINGTON
‘Smart Growth’ Splash Vision LI to honor Paramount, Thompson By Danny Schrafel dschrafel@longislandernews.com
Several major players in Huntington are among the honorees at upcoming Vision Long Island’s Smart Growth Awards. The 11th annual awards luncheon for the Northport-based organization, scheduled for June 15 from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. at Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury, celebrates top practitioners of smart growth principles like walkability, transportation, community participation, clean energy, housing choices, compact design, creating great places, revitalization and certainty and predictability. Two of those awards are being given to Huntington-area entities. Community activist, Huntington Station Enrichment Center Executive Director and Huntington Station Action Coalition NOW co-chair Dee Thompson is being honored in the Community Participation category. “For Dee, it’s been years of trying to bring community leaders together to address the problems in the Station,” Vision Long Island Executive Director Eric Alexander said. Alexander said he first came in touch with her “tireless” efforts during the nascent days of Vision Long Island. Her work touches on one of Vision Long Island’s biggest topics – involving communities and the downtown redevelopment process. “She cuts across the different groups of the community,” he said, describing how she works with government, clergy, small businesses and residents of all ages and backgrounds. For Thompson, this is another feather in a cap full of recognitions, but such honors haven’t lost their luster, she said. “I’m thrilled every time somebody does that,” she said of the award. The Paramount in Huntington village is
The Paramount was selected for the “Creating Great Spaces” category. Pictured on opening day partners (from left) Dom Catoggio, Jim Condron on the left and (from right) Stephen Ubertini and Brian Doyle. being recognized in the Creating Great Places category. Brian Doyle, Stephen Ubertini, Dom Catoggio and Jim Condron pitched the concept to the Town of Huntington after the Inter-Media Arts Center (IMAC) shut its doors in June 2009. They went before the Zoning Board of Appeals in late July 2010, where they presented their concept for overhauling the 700-seat IMAC into its present form – a cuttingedge, 1,600-seat concert hall. The category, Alexander said, is about downtown amenities – anything that is a major draw that creates an inviting space. “It heightens the appeal of downtown Huntington by bringing worldclass musical acts,” Alexander said. “It’s certainly not just in the fact that it’s a venue, but how they respected the tradition of the IMAC and respected the architecture within the building and how it fronts on New York Avenue.” Tickets for the Smart Growth Awards are $100. For more information, visit www.visionlongisland.org.
MELVILLE
It’s Time To Play Ball! St. Hugh-St. Elizabeth season begins
Break out the baseball gloves and portable chairs-Little League is back. Joined by Suffolk County Legislator Lou D’Amaro and Huntington Town Councilmembers Susan Berland and Mark Cuthbertson, the St. Hugh-St. Elizabeth Baseball/Softball League celebrated its 2012 season with the annual welcome banner parade and introduction of this year’s players before parents, fans and community members at the St. Anthony’s High School indoor track in South Huntington.
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District Sued Over Deeded Estate By Stephanie DeLuca sdeluca@longislandernews.com
Although the original owner of the Marion Carll Farm deeded the property to the Commack School District, the owner’s heirs are suing the district to regain ownership of the property. The lawsuit was filed with the Suffolk County Supreme Court on March 16. Eleven heirs are seeking to obtain the 9-acre land from the district. In the deed dated on or about Aug. 30, 1969, owner Alberta Ketcham Jenkins conveyed the property to the school district. The deed directs the district to maintain the buildings as historical museums, utilize the land area as a type of school or camp, make it available for residents and the general public, and use it as a library if the district desires to do so. It was also noted if the district fails to comply with the conditions, they “shall constitute a reverter and title shall vest in the residuary legatees, their heirs and distributes.” According to the suit, the Commack School District did not live up to the covenant of the will. “[The heirs] have been waiting to see if anything would happen, but nothing has happened so they finally decided to take some actions themselves,” said Arthur Goldstein, a Huntington attorney representing the plaintiffs. The farm, which dates back to 1701, has remained unused except for a period of time in the 1990s. In recent years the school district has presented a few options to the public regarding the farm’s use, including a 2010 proposal to sell the property to Holiday Organization, the real estate development company that built the Hamlet Golf and Country Club in Commack. The Holiday Organization proposed to renovate the historic buildings on the farm and construct 31 single-family homes on the additional property. However, district voters rejected the proposal.
The heirs of Alberta Ketcham Jenkins are suing the Commack School District to recover ownership of Marion Carll Farm Last August, the school district made another attempt to sell the property by requesting proposals for those interested in purchasing or leasing the farm. However, they revealed in December that they did not receive a single proposal. The district has spent between $80,000 and $100,000 on security, insurance and legal fees within the last year for the Marion Carll Farm, which is listed on Long Island’s list of endangered historic sites. Eugene Barnosky, the school district’s attorney, said the lawsuit did not come as a shock because the heirs’ attorney has been indicating for some time they were going to take action. He said they received an extension of time and are currently formulating a response, which they need to submit by June 15. “We have not specifically formulated our strategy,
but one thing clear is that we’re not going to spend an enormous amount in legal fees when we cannot justify costs of the property,” Barnosky said. “It’s economically unfeasible to give the property priority over programs and laying off other teachers and employees.” Goldstein said the heirs are unsure about what they want to do with the property but plan on working with the community, the way Jenkins would have wanted to. “We offered to be conciliatory and do something with the people in the neighborhood in an amicable fashion,” Goldstein said. “We’re going to have to take the property back and try to give it to some profitable use. There are nine acres of property so we feel there is enough to workout something so we can accommodate the community.”
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TOWN OF HUNTINGTON
Info Access Drives Housing Authority Hearing By Danny Schrafel dschrafel@longislandernews.com
Several residents urged the Huntington Town Board to come up with replacement legislation before repealing an “unenforceable” section of town code designed to promote transparency at the Huntington Housing Authority. The legislation in question during the April 17 hearing at Town Hall directs the Housing Authority to make several periodic disclosures of information to the town. But Paul Levitt, attorney for the Huntington Housing Authority, called the law unconstitutional because the town is attempting to regulate an independent municipal Housing Authority. “The Housing Authority receives all of its public funding from HUD. It is monitored, controlled, reviewed by HUD. It is subject to federal regulations, federal law and federal auditors,” Levitt said. Councilman Mark Cuthbertson said the original law came to be because the town “couldn’t get simple information” from the Housing Authority. “I don’t understand why you just can’t comply with these requests. Give people this information, give them some confidence,” Cuthbertson said. “You may not be required by the law to, but why not do this as an act of community relations?” Levitt maintained the Housing Authority provides documents, information and records in compliance with the Freedom of Information Law (FOIL). However, requests from residents for the
names and addresses of public housing recipients and participants in the Housing Choice Voucher Program, commonly referred to as “Section 8,” cannot be filled, Housing Authority chairman Bob Fonti said. “When a FOIL request comes in, it’s reviewed and if the documents fall within the FOIL request, they’re provided,”Levitt added. “Some documents can’t – we have to protect the confidentiality of participants in the program. This is something that’s been a problem, or an issue for some people in the community, but we will continue to protect the identity of people who receive assistance.” Huntington Station resident Rich McGrath alleged that is not the case. “They ignore the open meetings law. They don’t post agendas on their website. Trying to find out when their meetings are held requires sleuth-like skills. And if you don’t like it, they tell you to… go see HUD in D.C., which we’ve done,” McGrath said. McGrath questioned the timing of the repeal, and urged the town board to stand up for the law should it be taken to court. While it “isn’t much,” he said “it’s the only tool we have to put light on the non-electable, non-accountable Huntington Housing Authority board.” “ObamaCare might be illegal. But their administration believes in it. They didn’t say, ‘Oh, we’re going to repeal it.’ Let the court tell you it’s illegal,” McGrath said.
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Arrests For 2011 Dog Abuse By Mike Koehler mkoehler@longislandernews.com
An East Northport couple was charged with animal cruelty after a year-long investigation. Suffolk County SPCA Chief Roy Gross said Stephen and Kathleen Jackman mistreated a 10-year-old greyhound to the point it was barely alive. According to the SPCA, “Charlie” was found roaming the streets of East Northport on April 12, 2011 during a thunderstorm. A good Samaritan was forced to lift the then 10-year-old dog into her van, which she drove to an emergency veterinary center in Commack. Gross refused to identify the Samaritan or clinic, but did reveal Charlie was treated for severe emaciation. He weighed just 55 pounds on arrival. The vet also contacted a Greyhound rescue organization, who helped identify Charlie as a former racing dog and identified the ear tattoos used to label each racing dog. Business records re-
vealed the dog was a rescue, having been adopted by the Jackmans. The SPCA filed charges against the couple last week after a year-long investigation. Gross said their first priority was to ensure the safety of Charlie, then build the case. They also had to prove the dog was otherwise fine. “It took some time to get the dog healthy again,” the chief said. “The dog immediately, with care, starting put the weight back on.” Both husband and wife were formally charged with misdemeanor animal cruelty and issued a field appearance ticket for June 6. If convicted, each faces up to a year behind bars and/or $1,000 fine. The couple did not return phone messages for comment. Meanwhile, Gross said they are looking for a new home for Charlie. “Animal abuse will not be tolerated in Suffolk County,” he added. “If you suspect animal cruelty, please contact the Suffolk County SPCA.”
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Fonti fired back at McGrath’s claims, calling them “not true.” He said the Housing Authority complies fully with FOIL and Open Meeting laws and that meetings, held on the second Tuesday of the month, and related agendas are posted on the Housing Authority’s website about a week prior. Executive Director Siela Bynoe also responds to community questions directly or in her report at the following month’s meeting. “Mr. McGrath is incorrect that we don’t have it posted when we do,” Fonti said. “We have responded to Mr. McGrath’s questions… it’s been an open process. We’re accommodating where we can be but we always respond to the requests.” Several speakers at the hearing urged the town board to devise replacement legislation before striking the current code. Huntington reside Robert Lifson commended the town board for correcting unenforceable sections of the town code to prevent misconceptions about the town’s powers. But he said the law was well intentioned, and suggested the mandates could be achieved through existing federal law. If those were insufficient, the town could lobby Congress to toughen them. “I understand you cannot enforce this, but what’s plan B? What’s the next step?” Huntington Station resident Rob Conte asked. “Any side of government that doesn’t have any oversight by another nonpartisan agency, to me, just leads down a road that this town doesn’t want to be anywhere near.”
“I know you’re saying to come up with a plan B if this doesn’t work out,” Cuthbertson said. “The question is going to be whether we have the authority to have a plan B that is satisfactory to us.” — MARK CUTHBERTSON, Councilman
Cuthbertson said it was important to strike an unenforceable code so that residents are not misled about the town’s power, adding that “reams of federal statutes” regulate housing authorities. “I know you’re saying to come up with a plan B if this doesn’t work out,” Cuthbertson said. “The question is going to be whether we have the authority to have a plan B that is satisfactory to us.” Supervisor Frank Petrone asked Levitt to meet with the Town Attorney’s office in an effort to find a middle ground. “This board would, pretty much, like to see a little bit more interaction,” he said.
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Repeal Is Appropriate In an effort to provide greater trans- tion and provides that which it can legally parency to the Huntington Housing Au- provide. But it cannot cede to town governthority, a town law was passed some years ment that which is the responsibility of the ago that requires the agency to file certain federal government. documents and disclosures with the town At the April 17 hearing considering the reand to submit to regular town audits. peal, critics asked the town to devise anothIt turns out that the law is unenforceable er law to put in place before the other is rebecause it is asking one level of government pealed. But the bottom line is that the inforto regulate an agency over which it has no mation they seek – the identities of those jurisdiction. It should be repealed. who receive assistance – cannot be provided. That said, Huntington Housing AuthoriThe fact is, there is oversight. The arguty should continue to provide inment that the Housing Authority formation when asked, as it re- EDITORIAL board, whose members are apportedly has been doing. pointed, is any less accountable Huntington Housing Authority is an inde- than an elected board, doesn’t hold water. pendent board whose members are appoint- We trust our town planning and zoning ed by the town board. It answers to the fed- board members to do their jobs, yet they are eral government. The Department of Hous- not directly elected by the people. For that ing and Community Renewal provides over- matter, Justices of the Supreme Court of the sight and enforces its regulations. Informa- United States are not elected either. Does tion which Housing Authority critics have that make them less trustworthy? tried in the past to obtain – namely, the It’s appropriate that the town repeal the identities of recipients of Section 8 housing law. It cannot be enforced, and except for assistance – cannot be made available. the identities of housing assistance recipiThe Housing Authority’s chairman adds ents, the information that the law “comthat except for this information, the Au- pelled” the Housing Authority to provide is thority responds to requests for informa- provided on a voluntary basis.
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Call Attention To The Blight DEAR EDITOR: [Regarding your April 26 article, “Neighbors: Fix It Or Knock It Down”], can you report on more problems in our town like this? I think the town needs to be pressured and neighbors need to know that others care too. Also, if you report on it, more people will know that there is action being taken and can get involved. Since becoming a resident of Dix Hills and Huntington four years ago, I was surprised to see just how many blighted houses there are. Growing up in Commack (Town of Smithtown), one never would see abandoned houses left rotting. It's not because of the recession of 2008; the houses I am referring to have been empty far longer – and still sit there! On Westminster Ave. just south of Wilson Tech., there is an empty house that has been open and exposed to the ele-
ments and kids for years. I complained to the town and they got it boarded up, but you can still get in, and kids do. Around the corner there is another house on a dead end on Seamen's Neck road that the roof is caving in on. Then south on Pine Acre there is a big, brick house that, while boarded securely, has been empty for years and years. Then on Baldwin Path there is yet another. This last house had a barn that youths burned down. Why can't the town tear them down like the one across from Candlewood Middle School? That one was quickly removed; is it because it was opposite a public building? Opposite the first one I mentioned on Westminster there was a house that was knocked down long ago. This one, though, the seller was motivated to sell the land. Who knows how long a house stood there prior to that? Obviously there are tax and legal issues. But are people really paying $10,000 taxes year after year for these abandoned
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wrecks? When spec builders or house flippers leave a project, shouldn't they be fined? Hire a crew, tear them down, haul them away. Send the bill to the owner. If there are none, take the cost of cleanup from the next buyer, whether they be a builder or home buyer. MIKE SHAMPANIER
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Breast Cancer Dilemma DEAR EDITOR: Seven years ago I learned two things: I learned I had breast cancer and I learned I had dense breast tissue. Tragically, I learned them both the same day. The reality is that I, along with 40 percent of women going for mammograms, have dense breast tissue, which dramatically compromises the effectiveness of a mammogram and also puts us at greater risk for developing breast cancer. I am not alone; according to a recent Harris Poll, an astound-
ing 95 percent of women are uninformed about their own breast density. Breast density refers to the composition of breast tissue. The breast is composed of fatty and “dense” tissue. Dense tissue shows up white on a mammogram; unfortunately, so does cancer. A cancer lurking behind dense tissue is often undetectable by mammogram. Your breast density is noted during your mammogram and shared with your referring physician but it is not routinely shared with you. One day I felt a lump during a self-exam. Though large enough to feel, the lump did not show up on the mammogram. Why, you may ask – as I did that day? “Because you have dense breast tissue. That's a very hard find for us.” My post mammography letter stated, “Normal/negative: No evidence of cancer,” not because cancer wasn’t there, and not because my radiologist knew with any reasonable certainty that cancer wasn’t lurking behind dense tissue. It said ‘Normal/negative” because he simply couldn’t see anything through the dense tissue. After being diagnosed it was estimated the tumor was growing undetected for five years. The reality is scientific research has outlined that women with dense breasts are four to six times more likely to get breast cancer and it will be caught only 50 percent of the time by mammogram. Currently, there is no standardized protocol for informing women about their own breast density and associated risks. The good news is recent studies out of Connecticut, the first of three states with a Breast
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Density Inform law enacted, indicate that for dense-breasted women, the addition of an ultrasound after a mammogram nearly doubles the number of cancers found by mammogram alone. These are cancers now detected by ultrasound “missed" via mammogram. Connecticut’s data, applied to the population of New York, indicates that there could be over 2,000 women, each year, who are told their mammogram results are normal/negative, but who have invasive breast cancer. These cancers, missed by mammogram, will generally not be found until large enough to be felt - when no longer early stage, when least survivable and most costly to treat. Thankfully in New York, Breast Density Inform legislation (S6769/A9586) is being considered which would provide for patient notification of her own breast density and insurance coverage for additional screening if her doctor feels appropriate. This legislation is sponsored by Senator John Flanagan and Assemblywoman Ellen Jaffee. Along with a Congressional bill, New York is one of 15 states working on legislation this session. New York’s bill is headed to the Assembly Insurance Committee. This is the year we need to get this change passed in New York and in our nation. The women of New York and the men who love them need to demand that information about a woman’s breast density be included in the letter she receives after her mammogram. Without this vital information, the letter is a lie by omission. JOANN PUSHKIN
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Grandkids Inspired Legend To Write Book By Stephanie DeLuca sdeluca@longislandernews.com
Neil Sedaka may be a rock and roll legend to the rest of the world, but he is just “Papa Neil” to his three grandchildren. With inspiration from his grandkids, Sedaka released his first children’s book on May 2 entitled “Dinosaur Pet.” On tour to promote it, he will stop at Book Revue in Huntington village on May 6 at 4 p.m. The book was a collaborative effort between Sedaka, his son Marc and illustrator Tim Bowers. The story, written by Marc, is about a young boy who finds a dinosaur egg that hatches and becomes a baby dinosaur. The boy decides to keep it as a pet but he runs into many problems. As the dinosaur grows, he breaks the bed he sleeps in, his head goes through the roof and the boy eventually finds the dinosaur too difficult to keep. Sedaka – famous for his 1960s hits including “Calendar Girl,” which peaked at No. 4 on Billboard’s Top 100 as well as “Breaking Up Is Hard To Do” and “Happy Birthday, Sweet Sixteen” – included a compilation CD to go along with the book. “I have three grandchildren – twin girls, 9, and a boy, 6,” he said. “They love Papa Neil’s old rock and roll songs, so I came up with the idea of changing the words to my old rock and roll songs and making them childfriendly.” Many of the songs on the album, “Waking Up Is Hard To Do,” was stimulated by his grandchildren. On the title track, “Dinosaur Pet,” Sedaka wrote it to the tune of his hit song “Calendar Girl.” His grandkids also played an active role and provided backup vocals for the song. “I had to give [the twins] cookies and candies to keep them up during the recording sessions,” Sedaka said. “[The sessions] were long and they were only 5 or 6 at the time but it went very, very well.”
Rock and roll legend Neil Sedaka will promote his first children’s book in Huntington on May 6. Other tracks include “She Moved Away,” which was based on one of the grandkids who had a friend move away, and “The Tooth Fairy,” which was encouraged by the kids losing their teeth. Sedaka believes his youngest grandson will follow in his footsteps. At 6 years old, he enjoys The Beatles and Sedaka, he has a great voice. Sedaka began his career at 8 years old, when he started intensive classical piano training at Julliard School of Music. At 13, he discovered he could sing and write
songs. Eventually, he auditioned for RCA Records, who signed him to their label. “[My parents] were not pleased at first because they said there are thousands and thousands of people who can sing and write songs and I had a very promising career as a concert pianist,” he said “After I bought my mother her mink coat and a house for the family, they got used to the idea.” For nearly six decades, Sedaka has been writing songs and recording music. Throughout his career, he has written for other legendary artists such as Elvis Presley, Connie Francis, Frank Sinatra and Tom Jones. He has sold 60 million albums worldwide. But as for today’s music, he likes to listen to an array of music including pop, easy listening, rhythm and blues and classical music. “I like when it’s melodic [and] when you can understand the words,” Sedaka said. “There are some wonderful groups like Maroon 5, Cold Play and Adele. It’s difficult for me to get into the hip hop or rap.” Sedaka doesn’t plan on retiring from the spotlight anytime soon. He has a musical play opening up before the end of the year called “Laughter in the Rain” in the West End of London. The play is based on the story of Sedaka’s life. He also went back to his roots as a classical musician and wrote his first symphony and piano concerto. He recently recorded with the London Philharmonic and will be performing at the Royal Albert Hall in London on Oct. 17. He came up with the concept of the book/CD idea a couple of years ago and thought it would be a great way to get kids interested in reading. “I think it’s important for them to learn to read and enjoy reading and I think the combination of the beautiful illustrations in the book, the CD and the written word all put together make reading much more pleasant and much more fun for them,” he said.
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Pianist Plays In Honor Of Father, Student Free concert in Northport also celebrates orchestra’s fifth season By Jasmine Weber info@longislandernews.com
Carol Montparker, of Huntington, began her prodigious relationship with the piano at age 3 when she began playing by ear on her grandfather’s piano. Since her toddler years, her extraordinary experience with the instrument has expanded; it is now a main pillar in her life. “I think that it was inevitable,” she said. “There was no doubt about it… Music was going to be a major part of my life.” Montparker has since become a nationally recognized musician. Her talent and intense passion for music have brought her to lecture in places like Yale University School of Music and Julliard School of Music. She has written six books on music, was formerly a music journalist, has released CDs of her live performances and is a Steinway Artist. On Friday, May 4, she will be performing as soloist with the Northport Symphony Orchestra. The free concert, which celebrates the fifth season of the orchestra, will take place at Northport High School at 154 Laurel Hill Road at 8
Carol Montparker p.m. The concert will be an experience for any Long Islander with an interest in classical music to enjoy. The concert falls on a very significant date for Montparker. Friday is also the birthday of her late father, Edward Mont, whom she described as “very supportive and joyful about my piano work,” and of her late student Dr. Norman Chernik who “found spiritual salvation in the piano.”
Huntington pianist Carol Montparker will play with the Northport Symphony Orchestra (pictured are Stan Stock and Stephanie Branta) on May 4 in Northport. Montparker will perform Ludwig van Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 1, opus 15, in C with the orchestra. Beethoven is
one of her most beloved composers. Steinway & Sons will be providing her with a 9-foot grand piano for the concert.
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Heather Abbene accepts her award in the Creat Something Great Recycled Sculpture Contest.
Creating Something Great A Melville girl has created something great – great enough to be recognized by Portledge School and the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center. The two entities recently co-sponsored the second annual Create Something Great Recycled Sculpture Contest. This contest was a hands-on learning experience for budding young artists across Long Island. Students were encouraged to build sculptures made out of recycled
and/or reusable materials designed around the theme of nocturnal animals. Curiosity about art, wildlife and environmental issues shined through in every entry. A total of 118 sculptures were submitted to the contest by students in pre-K through sixth grade. Award winners were announced in three age categories based on overall aesthetic value and creative use of recycled materials. Taking third place in the fourth-sixth grade category was Health Abbene, a student at Maplewood Intermediate.
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Bringing New Orleans To The Paramount Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and Wynton Marsalis will perform next month sdeluca@longislandernews.com
Internationally acclaimed musician, composer and educator Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra will bring the sounds from a full spectrum of jazz music to Huntington in a few weeks. The orchestra will grace The Paramount stage on May 21 at 8 p.m. as part of The Paramount Jazz Series. The group will perform a selection of music from New Orleans roots to bebop and modern jazz. Tickets can be purchased at www.paramountny.com. The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra is comprised of musical director and trumpet player Marsalis; trumpeters Ryan Kisor, Marcus Printup and Kenny Rampton; trombonists Chris Crenshaw, Vincent Gardner and Ellior Mason; and Reeds Walter Blanding, Victor Goines, Sherman Irby, Ted Nash and Joe Temperley. Rounding out the lineup are pianist Dan Nimmer, bass player Carlos Henriques, and drummer Ali Jackson. Marsalis has created and performed an expansive range of new music for quartets to big bands, chamber music ensembles to symphony orchestras, tap dance to ballet. He is credited for creating a vital body of work that places him among the world’s finest musicians and composers. Marsalis was born in New Orleans, Lou. – the city where jazz originated. He began his musical journey at 8 years old when he performed traditional New Orleans music in the Fairview Baptist Church band. At 14 years old, he performed with the New Orleans Philharmonic, New Orleans Symphony Brass Quintet, New Orleans Community Concert Band, New Orleans Youth Orchestra, New Orleans Symphony, various
jazz bands and with popular local funk band, the Creators. The musician and composer became the youngest musician at 17 years old to ever to be admitted to Tanglewood’s Berkshire Music Center in Lenox, Mass. Eventually Marsalis moved to New York City and attended Julliard. At the age of 20, he recorded the Haydn, Hummel and Leopold Mozart trumpet concertos. His debut recording won him a Grammy award for “Best Classical Soloist with an Orchestra.” Marsalis also received eight other Grammy awards and was the first Jazz musician ever to win the Pulitzer Prize for Music. Other artists such as John Coltrane and Dizzie Gillespie were later honored. Marsalis also created a band in 1981 and performed 120 concerts a year for 15 years. To date, Marsalis has produced over 70 records and has sold over seven million copies worldwide, including three Gold Records. Marsalis has given back to many organizations over the years. After Hurricane Katrina swept through New Orleans, he organized the Higher Ground Hurricane Relief Concert and had raised over $3 million for musicians and cultural organizations impacted by the hurricane. He also donated his time and talents to an array of nonprofit organizations throughout the country. Some of those include My Sister’s Place, a shelter for battered women based in White Plains; Graham Windham, a shelter for homeless children; the Sloan-Kettering Cancer Institute; Food For All Seasons, a food bank for the elderly and disadvantaged; and Very Special Arts, which provides experiences in dance, drama, literature, and music for individuals with physical and mental disabilities.
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Nine-time Grammy winner Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra bring the best of jazz to The Paramount at the end of the month.
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Glam ‘Bag Ladies’ Gathering Approaching May 10 Huntington Breast Cancer Action Coalition fundraiser celebrates Lisa Kratter By Danny Schrafel dschrafel@longislandernews.com
Huntington Breast Cancer Action Coalition’s Lisa Kratter will be the toast of Carlyle on the Green at the organization’s seventh annual Bag Ladies Benefit next week. Kratter, coordinator of the organization’s Students and Scientists Environmental Research Scholarship Program, is a longtime volunteer and organizer for the Bag Ladies fundraiser. She is also a Supportive Children’s Case Manager for Family Service League. Each year’s goal, Huntington Breast Cancer Action Coalition (HBCAC) founder and Executive Director Karen Miller said, is to recognize individuals who have “done a tremendous amount for our organization, women in the community with breast cancer and helped us to thrive and survive.” “Lisa Kratter is just one of the most extraordinary women I have worked with over the years,” Miller said. “She wears many hats for many of us in the community.”
Lisa Kratter will be honored at the Huntington Breast Cancer Action Coalition’s seventh annual Bag Ladies Benefit next week. Kratter said she is proud to be involved with an organization that creates public awareness about environmental triggers that can lead to disease; aiding people who are grappling with a positive cancer diagnosis; and offering student scientists hands-on summer reach opportunities
with world-respected investigators. “The true honor is being affiliated with such a worthwhile cause,” she said. The seventh annual gathering of Long Island’s most glamorous “bag ladies,” with proceeds to benefit Prevention Is The Cure/Huntington Breast Cancer Action Coalition, will convene at Bethpage’s Carlyle on the Green on May 10 from 6-10 p.m. Last year’s benefit drew 375 guests and raised more than $80,000 at the Hamlet in Commack. The customary extensive selection of designer handbags across many styles and price points, will be available through raffles and silent auctions. Huntington village department store Marsh’s is the event’s presenting sponsor; jewelry and precious gems will also be available to the highest bidder. For the first time, Kratter said, a live auction will take place at the event. Big-ticket gift baskets, including a “Walk The Red Carpet” package with tickets to the 64th annual Primetime Emmy Awards at the Nokia Theater, hair and makeup by famed Beverly Hills stylist Lea Journo, dinner in Los Angeles and a stay
at the Ritz Carlton, are featured, along with six nights in Deer Valley, weekend excursions in New York City, sports, theater and television show tickets, art, golf packages and much more. There’s plenty for the fellows, too. One prize package offers a Maserati rental from Ferrari of Long Island for a weekend, with dinner for two; another will give the winner a three-day stay in Arizona, where they can take courses in high-performance racecar driving. Guitar-percussion acoustic duo Distant Twins are scheduled to perform during the event’s cocktail hour, and Nisen is providing a sushi station during the event. J.P. Meringolo will perform during dinner at Carlyle on the Green. Kratter said the fundraiser’s annual success is a credit to the dozens of committee members who volunteer their time to make such a glamorous event come alive. “Being a part of the bag ladies benefit is so much fun,” she said. “Our committee works hard throughout the year to put together a spectacular evening. It’s through the efforts of our committee that our event is so successful.”
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Owner Angelo Barrera, right, with partner Jimmy Boccio, welcome diners to Tre Scalini in Farmingdale.
Hearty Italian Fare By Luann and Lou foodie@longislandernews.com
Sometimes you just want some hearty, standard Italian fare. But with restaurants trying harder now than ever to differentiate themselves from the other guys, it’s not always easy to find anymore. Enter Tre Scalini in Farmingdale, where the standards are good, the specials are unique and the choices are plentiful. We first met owner Angelo Barrera at a restaurant bearing the same name on Route 110 in Melville. Barrera opened Tre Scalini Farmingdale in July 2011 and seems to be drawing a crowd. Barrera’s personable partner, Jimmy Boccio, is the one who will be taking your order and making you feel at home. In fact, on our recent visit, diners felt so at home that a conversation about the good old days and the Canarsie pier broke out among four tables of Brooklyn-to-Long-Island transplants. “Do you remember the lady with the big hair on the corner?” one man asked. “Mrs. McKenna! I know Mrs. McKenna!” another shouted back. “The whole world is from Brooklyn,” a third man concluded. The scenario is a good example of what Tre Scalini Farmingdale is trying to do: “When people come here they’re like our family,” Boccio said. “They feel like they’re at home.” The warm lighting, friendly atmosphere and eagerness to please helps create that tone. There are two dining areas – a larger room ideal for larger groups and parties, and a smaller, brick-walled room with a small bar and a few tables. Tre Scalini’s menu has many choices, but they will make whatever you want as long as they have the ingredients. Appetizers are standard, from friend calamari to eggplant rollatini, ($8.95). The night of our visit we had a special, grilled vegetable tower. Piled one slice on top of another are roasted peppers, portabella mushroom, tomato, mozzarella, zucchini and eggplant with balsamic – all around, it’s a nice, healthy starter. Polenta with mushrooms in a brown sauce, another special, is good if you’re looking for something different – no lumps, and baked nicely. Entrees include pastas ($9.95-$14.95),
Spinach gnocchi is made fresh and served in a creamy pink sauce. chicken ($14.95-$15.95), veal ($15.95$24.95) and fish ($17.95-$22.95). Some of our favorites include the rigatoni alla ortolana (with fresh tomato, eggplant, ricotta and basil); penne alla vodka; and filet of sole fiorentino (over spinach in a lemon and white wine sauce). Boccio said some of the more popular dishes include the Chicken Scarpariello Campagnola, served on the bone with sausage, roasted peppers, mushrooms and potatoes; Branzino, served whole or filleted; and veal shank with risotto. We started with a special, made-that-day spinach gnocchi. Described by a table next to us as “heaven,” it’s light and fresh. Tre Scalini puts it in a creamy pink sauce with prosciutto. A pork chop special that day came in a thick, tasty Barolo wine reduction, topped with mushrooms. A nice, light choice is the fresh halibut, another special that day, served with a balsamic reduction. Finish your meal with a slice of cheesecake and a cappuccino, and you’re good to go. Unless another conversation about Brooklyn starts up again; then you may be back to appetizers before you know it.
Tre Scalini 196 Main St., Farmingdale 516-249-0140 Cuisine: Italian Price range: Moderate Hours: Mon-Thurs 12-10 p.m.; Fri 12-11 p.m.; Sat 2-11 p.m.; Sun 2-9 p.m.
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lar selections, the centre has 8,000 members and serves more than 200,000 people each year. Dylan Skolnick said his family is “really delighted” about the film. “We miss him a lot. I think that he [Vic] did great work and was a wonderful person, and it would be nice if this film explored that,” Dylan said. “Having Vic linked with Michael is an honor and I think Vic would be pleased – he loved Michael, he loved IMAC and all of the work they do.” A year later in 1974, Rothbard and Bodily opened IMAC in Huntington village, a cultural hub where artists of all mediums could present their work. The Paramount theater now occupies its New York Avenue space. Rothbard died in November 2009, and Skolnick passed away in June 2010. Taub likened the fundraising strategy to a colonial-era barn raising – if a
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biology teacher at the South Huntington Catholic high school. “Our best rocket came in at 7.5, which was really excellent. [We received] probably one of the best scores in the country.” The two St. Anthony’s teams, Black and Gold, are representative of the school’s colors. On the Black team is Dimitri Jean and William Barter along with Namdi Nwasike as captain. The Gold team includes Joseph Orsetti, Daniel Imperato and John Tonna as well as Captain James Orsetti. “They’re so excited [for the competition]. They really, really are,” Capodanno said. “They can’t wait. They just want to keep building rockets.” The club’s president has had an interest in rocketry since grade school and decided to bring a club to St. Anthony’s two years ago. This is the first time the group landed in nationals. “It takes other schools many years where we are in two years. I’m very proud of my teammates” Panichella said. TARC started its first competition in 2003; since then, over 50,000 students have participated in the challenge. About 6,000 students from across the country took part in the contest this year. The Aerospace Industries Association sponsors the contest with the National Association of Rocketry, NASA, the U.S. Department of Defense, the American Association of Physics Teachers and AIA member companies. Students compete for $60,000 in prizes and scholarships. The winning team of nationals will earn a chance to attend the International Air Show in Paris, France. “They really are fine tuning what they have at this point and keeping our fingers crossed and hopefully they’ll do well,” Capodanno said. TARC’s mission is to attract students to science, math and technology education, students who ultimately could pursue a career in the aerospace industry. Mark confirmed the students in the club hope to pursue a career in rocketry or engineering. “We appreciate Brother Gary and the administrators. They let the kids go with their ability to put their dreams together and knowledge together and they’re very supportive and I appreciate that,” Capodanno said.
neighbor’s barn burned down, everybody rallied to help them rebuild. So, he said, why not fund a documentary about two community icons the same way? “Being that Huntington is a really tight-knit community and a cultural town, and that Michael and Vic are grassroots personified, why don’t we start a documentary from the really grassroots way?” he said. Bodily said the film would be the perfect vehicle to memorialize her life partner. “He was really special – he was an unusual guy,” she said. “He had a really broad intellect. He was one of the most gregarious and intellectually hungry
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thing he loved. IMAC was really the culmination of a lot of things he had done as a young man.” A total of 125 tickets are available; grassroots tickets are $30 and patron producer tickets, which include movie credits, a DVD of the finished film and display rights at the event, are $150. To purchase tickets or make a donation, send a check, payable to Huntington Roots Films, to Steven Taub, 310 Court North Drive, Melville, NY 11747. Anyone interested in becoming a platinum producer should contact Taub at either 631-454-1759 or steve@steventaubproductions.com.
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Town Unveils Car-Charging Station By Stephanie DeLuca sdeluca@longislandernews.com
The Town of Huntington celebrated last week the opening of the first five-vehicle electric charging station at the Huntington LIRR station on Monday. The electricity at the charging station is produced by solar panels that were installed at the roof of the parking garage. “With Earth Day having been celebrated [April 22], this is a fitting time to open latest example of the town’s commitment to the environment and to clean, sustainable energy,” said Supervisor Frank Petrone. “This pilot project will demonstrate that electric vehicles are a practical option for commuters and increase awareness of the potential of renewable energy and its application.” The town spent $138,500 for the charging station and solar panels; $104,000 came from federal stimulus funds from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority. The remaining funds
Councilwoman Susan Berland, Supervisor Frank Petrone, Councilman Mark Mayoka, Councilman Mark Cuthbertson, EmPower Solar CEO David Schieren, and LIRR Director of Parking Scott Howell. came from the town’s Environmental, Open Space and Parks Improvement program. Any resident who obtains a free hybrid/alternative
fuel parking permit from the town clerk’s office can use the charging station for free. The charging station is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Preventing Water Disasters Before They Happen By Mike Koehler mkoehler@longislandernews.com
More than 80 percent of Americans who drowned last year were not wearing life jackets. “It doesn’t work if you don’t wear it,” Coast Guard Chief Warrant Officer Steven Pollock said. It’s information like this and relationships between Coast Guardsmen at the Eaton’s Neck station and the Huntington boating community that prompted Pollock to invite the public to his station. The second annual open house, scheduled for 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on May 19, kicks off National Safe Boating Week – the week before Memorial Day. “It’s part of our public outreach initiative. We do our best to prevent people from getting hurt on the water. We try to educate them before they go out,” Pollock
said, adding he created it after being transferred to Eaton’s Neck in 2011. According to fliers posted throughout Northport, residents can tour the station, check out the new boathouse, see the communications center and experience hands-on boating safety demonstrations. Pollock boasted about two programs in particular. First, the Coast Guard Auxiliary will be performing courtesy examinations. By law, boaters are required to carry certain equipment, like flotation devices, flares and fire extinguishers. Boaters who permit the Coast Guard’s volunteer branch to inspect their vessels can receive a decal good for one year that informs active Coast Guardsmen that the vessel has already been checked. Similar to a PBA card, the active members can choose not to conduct a random inspection. “You could get a civil penalty for not having a certain piece of gear,” the chief
warrant officer said. He also advocated kayakers, paddle boarders, canoeists and other paddle boaters to attend their class next month. “It’s got to be the fastest growing sport out there. A lot of people are getting hurt because they don’t know what they’re doing,” Pollock said. Paddle boaters also pose a potential drain on Coast Guard resources, he added. When a kayak, canoe or other non-boat vessel drifts away from the dock, Coast Guardsmen have no way to tell if the owner is in distress. As a result, the Coast Guard launches a full investigation, potentially wasting hundreds of thousands in taxpayer dollars, and tying up helicopters and boats for real emergencies. Instead, the Coast Guard will be giving out “if found” stickers during the open house. Like required registrations on motor boats, they will give Coast Guardsmen
the opportunity to contact a vessel’s owner before assuming the worst. If practical application isn’t enough reason to attend, Pollock noted the station is on the National Registry of Historic Places. “It’s a beautiful station,” the chief warrant officer said. The local Coast Guard station typically has a positive relationship with the nearby boating community. Pollock said he was recently a guest at an area yacht club to talk boating safety, receiving a positive reception. He hoped that relationship will lead to a larger turnout at the open house. The 2011 event attracted only “a handful.” “We want the event to grow every year. The more people we can touch before the boating season, the fewer people will need to be rescued during the boating season,” Pollock said.
Celebrating Long Island’s Young Professionals The Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce selected the 30 award recipients for the “Celebrate Long Island’s Young Professionals” Recognition Event. Awards were given out at the Huntington Crescent Club, Tuesday, May 1 for a celebratory reception from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. honoring these fine young professionals who are truly committed to their business and civic communities. “We are more than delighted to recognize these well-deserving young people for their diligence and dedication. These young professionals are a great example of our future,” said Robert Bontempi, Huntington Chamber chairman. Please join us in congratulating the following award recipients: Caesar Alaienia Stony Brook University Hospital Sean Bickoff Borg & Borg Insurance Alison Brennan Einbinder & Company Michelle E. Cohen Certilman Balin Adler & Hyman, LLP Thomas C. Fell, Jr. Fuoco Group Elizabeth Fochetta Leviton Manufacturing Bryan J. Galgano Office of Legislator Steve Stern Bradley Gardiner Armbrecht & Company,
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Townwide Fund Honors A Half-Century Of Leaders
The deans of the Townwide Fund board, Bea Hartigan and Jo-Ann Raia. The Townwide Fund of Huntington’s board of directors and honorary board members gather on the grand stairway at Oheka at the start of the Fund’s 50th Anniversary Gala. More than 300 friends and supporters of the Townwide Fund of Huntington celebrated the charity’s 50th anniversary at a gala held April 19 at Oheka Castle. The event honored the volunteer leaders who have helped support the Townwide Fund since its founding. Honorees included past presidents, board members and volunteers from the Fund’s earliest days to the present.
Townwide Fund Gala Honorees Michael Aboff Alex Armonas Huntington Chamber of Commerce Keith Brown Sal Ferro Ellen Fleury Thomas Finnegan Dennis Garetano Clark Gillies Arthur Goldstein Bea Hartigan Lee Kilbrith Andrew Lawrence James Margolin Richard Maikis Gary Melius Michael Mulé Donald Musgnug Gary Pezza Frank Petrone James Powers Jo-Ann Raia Peter Sloggatt Cliff Starkins Sal Turano Russell Vollmer
“We want to thank everyone who celebrated with us, our sponsors and our honorees, as well as all of the many local businesses who were generous and donated goods and services for raffle baskets,” said Townwide Fund president James T. Powers, AIA, Director of Operations and Business Development for Bohler Engineering. “The success of the Townwide Fund gala proves that when people come together to help their community, even during the most difficult economic times, great things can happen.” Gala Chair Keith Brown, managing partner at Brown & Altman, LLP, said the event exemplified the Fund at its very best. “There were so many moving parts that had to come together to make this night a great success – many honorees, many guests, and our dual goals – a fundraising event that was a lot of fun,” Brown said. “With the hard work of our volunteer board members, it all worked.” Brown led a committee of board members and volunteers who put it all together. “It really was a team effort. I want to thank everyone who pitched in and made this once-in-a-lifetime gala a great success,” he said. “Thank you to everyone who stepped up and showed their commitment to the Townwide Fund and to the needy residents of the Town of Huntington.” The event honored the men and women who contributed to the success of the Fund through their tireless dedication and philanthropy. James Margolin, one of the honorees and a past president, summed it up in an email sent to the volunteer Board of Directors the next day. “Last night you had many individuals who had been honored at different events in their own right,” he said. “You put us together in a special manner, and I think we all shared a great feeling of fraternity to be linked for such good purpose. The Fund was very much alive last night.” For Gala honoree Bea Hartigan, a long-standing member of the board of directors and the driving force behind the Townwide Fund’s annual St. Patrick’s
Day and Thanksgiving Day runs, the event was a chance to reconnect with many people connected to the Fund that she has worked with over the years. “It was truly wonderful to be with old friends and to meet new ones. The reunion aspect certainly added to my enjoyment,” she said. Honorees took a walk down a Townwide Fund ‘memory lane’ with a short video presentation summarizing their dedication and service to the Fund as they were presented with awards. The Townwide Fund of Huntington was founded by a group of private citizens who wanted to help local charities raise funds. Its concept was to provide donors with a means to support numerous charities with a single donation. Its essential mission, to keep money raised in Huntington within the community, remains the same, and over 50 years and $10 million later, The Townwide Fund continues to infuse local organizations with the support they need to provide health and human services to the people of Huntington. In addition to the gala, the Townwide
Gala committee Chair Keith Brown, Townwide Fund Executive Director Mary Timmons and Townwide Fund Board President James T. Powers. Fund raises money through its annual Focus fund drive mailings, various fundraising events, including the St. Patricks and Thanksgiving runs, and a coin box program supported by local merchants. For more info, visit www.townwidefund.org.
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Tale Of Survival The Chai Center will host an evening of inspiration with Holocaust survivor Leo Zisman on May 3, 7 p.m. Hear his tale of courage and unbending religious belief. Suggested donation $5. RSVP mail@thechaicenter.com, 631-3518672. 501 Vanderbilt Pkwy, Dix Hills.
Flower Sale The Centerport Garden Club holds its standard flower show at the Haborfields Public Library, 31 Broadway, Greenlawn, on May 10, 1-8 p.m. and May 11, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Flag Box Tour The Greenlawn American Legion, Post #1244 will be bringing its mobile “Old Glory” flag collection box to the following locations: Rolling Hills School, 25 McCulloch Drive, April 30-May 4; Hubbs Administration Bldg., May 7-11.
Bethenny Frankel To Sign Book Beloved by countless fans for being devilishly dishy, outrageously funny, and always giving it to us straight, three-time New York Times bestselling author Bethenny Frankel makes her fiction debut with the story of Faith Brightstone, an aspiring actress who moves to LA determined to have it all. Frankel signs her book “Skinnydipping” on May 3, 7 p.m. at Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington. 631271-1442.
FRIDAY Opera Night In Costume Long Island’s best singers take the stage on May 4, 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 270 Main St., Northport. $10 suggested donation. http://isabellajohnson.blogspot.com. 631-2618808.
Family Shabbat Bring your family to The Chai Center for an evening of fine wine, delicious food and a great Shabbat ambience on May 4, 7 p.m. Reservations necessary; call for pricing. All welcome regardless of affiliation or background. 631-351-8672 or mail@thechaicenter.com. 501 Vanderbilt Pkwy, Dix Hills.
Huntington Men’s Chorus The group gives its 63rd annual Spring Concert May 5, 8 p.m. at Huntington High School, corner of Oakwood and McKay Road, Huntington. $12 at the door. Advance sales at the Huntington Arts Council, $12 general/$10 seniors, students. Five young singers who received scholarships will perform. Steven Miller, trumpet soloist, on May 6, 3-5 p.m. featuring Vivaldi's “Gloria,” as well as works of Mozart and Bach. Free, 631-3853311, ext. 230. musicdirector@stpathunt.org.
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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!
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.
Striking For Dolan Center
Zumba For A Cause
Support Huntington Hospital’s Dolan Family Health Center by going bowling! The Betty’s Dream campaign will host its first “Bowling Bash” on Sunday, May 20 at AMF Commack Vet Lanes from 2-4 p.m. $25 for bowlers, includes bowling, shoes and pizza. $15 for non-bowlers. Event to include teacup raffle; prize donations and sponsorships gratefully accepted. Visit www.facebook.com/bettysdream2011 to learn more, and “like” the page for updates. Entry form available at http://joinus.hunthosp.org/netcommunity/bettysbowling; call Dolli Bross at 631-470-5204 or email Danny Schrafel at daniel.schrafel@gmail.com for more information. Advance registration required.
Join instructor Annette Weiss for a great Zumba workout, and help children with autism and special needs at the same time. Classes are held Wednesdays at 10 a.m. at the Chai Center, 501 Vanderbilt Pkwy, Dix Hills. $5 a class, $25 for six. RSVP to 631-351-8672. Proceeds goes to the Chai Center Friendship Circle program.
MONDAY Deal with changes in your life with a splash of empathy and humor at the Aging and Saging support group. Meets Mondays, except holidays, from 10 a.m.-noon at the Women’s Center, 125 Main St., Huntington. 631-5490485. $10 members, $15 non-members, per session.
TUESDAY
Huntington Men’s Chorus The group gives its 63rd annual Spring Concert May 5, 8 p.m. at Huntington High School, corner of Oakwood and McKay Road, Huntington. $12 at the door. Advance sales at the Huntington Arts Council, $12 general/$10 seniors, students. Five young singers who received scholarships will perform.
Musician and former Dix Hills resident Dee Snider will sign his memoir “Shut Up and Give Me the Mic” on May 8, 7 p.m. at Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington. www.BookRevue.com.
Safe Boating Course
Free Help For Vets
The Town of Huntington will host the New York State Boaters Safety Course on May 12, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Learn how to prevent accidents, injuries, drowning and property damage, as well as the fundamentals of safe boating operation. Contact the Huntington Harbor Master's office at 631-351-3255.
Long Island Cares dedicates every Tuesday afternoon from 12-4 p.m. to “Military Appreciation Tuesdays,” specifically assisting veterans, military personnel and their families at the Hauppauge and Freeport emergency pantries. Appointments can be made by contacting jrosati@licares.org.
Rock Out With Dee Snider
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WEDNESDAY
Tiptoe Through The Tulips
Angel Ball
The 12th annual Huntington Tulip Festival is May 6, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Heckscher Park in Huntington (Route 25A and Prime Avenue). This free, family-oriented floral celebration includes activity booths for children, live entertainment, art exhibits and a children's parade. 631-351-3099.
The Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence’s Angel Ball is at Oheka Castle on May 9, 6:30-11 p.m., including dinner and dancing. $500. Contact Rosanne Slattery, director of development, rcslattery@licadd.org or 516-747-2606 ext. 103.
Tips For Business Owners Festival of Sacred Music The Church of St. Patrick, 400 W. Main St., Huntington, presents a concert with its choir and orchestra, Matt Koraus, director; Catherine Lau and Christina Franco, sopranos; and
Power Breakfast
Music legend Neil Sedaka visits Book Revue, May 6, 4 p.m. 313 New York Ave., Huntington, to promote his new childrne’s book “Dinosaur Pet.” www.BookRevue.com.
Aging And Saging
SATURDAY
morning networking meeting. For more information, contact Dave Muller, 631-831-1921. RSVP a must.
Serious about growing your business? LeTip members are respected professionals who understand how to give and get tips to increase everyone's bottom line. Join them every Wednesday, 7-8:30 a.m. at their weekly
AT THE LIBRARIES Cold Spring Harbor Library 95 Harbor Road, Cold Spring Harbor. 631-6926820. cshlibrary.org. • On Monday, May 7, 4:30 p.m., students in grades K-2 can create an apron to give as a Mother's Day gift. • On display in May is “Visual Poetry in Nature,” an exhibition in the round that unites Sandra Benny and Richard Vaux.
Commack Public Library
options of veterinary care or who want to know more about veterinary treatment today on Tuesday, May 8, 7 p.m. in Dix Hills.
Harborfields Public Library 31 Broadway, Greenlawn. 631-757-4200. harborfieldslibrary.org. • The Friends of the Library’s Bus Trip explores the churches of New York. Departs at 9:15 a.m. on Friday, May 4. Huntington Public Library Main Branch: 338 Main St., Huntington. 631-427-5165. Station Branch: 1335 New York Ave., Huntington Station. 631-421-5053. www.thehuntingtonlibrary.org. • Karin Marcello, flutist, and Karen Lindquist, harpist, perform Friday, May 4, 7:30 p.m. at the Main branch. • Artist Anne Gunthner shows “Coindre Hall and Other Tails” at the Main gallery May 6June 19, with a reception Saturday, June 2, 2-4 p.m. The exhibit captures the beauty and grandeur of local historic Gold Coast mansion, Coindre Hall, and its four-legged visitors.
Northport-East Northport Public Library Northport: 151 Laurel Ave. 631-261-6930. East Northport: 185 Larkfield Road. 631-261-2313. www.nenpl.org. • Meet recruiters from companies and agencies from a variety of industries at a job fair sponsored by the Suffolk County One-Stop Employment Center on Friday, May 4, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in Northport. Bring your resume and dress to impress. 631-265-3994, ext. 135. • Knee pain is a common orthopedic problem, but there are operative and non-operative treatments available. Huntington orthopedist Robert Moriarty will discuss treatment options and answer questions on Tuesday, May 8 in Northport.
South Huntington Public Library 145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station. 631-549-4411. www.shpl.info. • Support the library and see a great show! Join Friends of the South Huntington Library on Wednesday, June 6, for dinner and a performance at the John W. Engeman Theater in Northport. Tickets on sale now for $75. Buffet supper at 6 p.m.; cash bar available. To buy tickets, visit the library’s website. • The Recorder Orchestra of New York returns on Sunday, May 6, 2:30 p.m. to entertain with an eclectic program offering music from the Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque periods, along with a variety of Classical, Contemporary and Swing selections.
THEATER and FILM Cinema Arts Centre
18 Hauppauge Road, Commack. 631-4990888. commack.suffolk.lib.ny.us. • Friends of the Library’s Yard Sale & Bike Consignment is Saturday, May 5, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. • A classroom course by the Driver Safety Program is begins Tuesday, May 8, 7 p.m. Participants are entitled to three years of insurance premium savings and four points reduced from their driving record. Call 631757-1607. $36.
423 Park Ave., Huntington. www.cinemaartscentre.org. 631-423-7611. • Giuesppe Verdi's “Aida” filmed in performance at the stunning Teatro Antico di Taormina. It screens Sunday, May 6, 1 p.m. and Tuesday, May 8, 7 p.m. $9 members/$13 public. • “Ocean Frontiers: The Dawn of a New Era in Ocean Stewardship” screens Wednesday, May 9, 6:30 p.m., followed by a Q&A panel discussion with ocean experts. $9 members/$13 public.
Deer Park Public Library
Dix Hills Performing Arts Center
44 Lake Ave., Deer Park. 631-586-3000. www.deerparklibrary.com. • Celebrate the 60th anniversary of the classic tale “Charlotte’s Web” with this lively animated film on Saturday, May 5, 2:30 p.m.
Five Towns College, 305 N. Service Road, Dix Hills. Box Office: 631-656-2148. www.dhpac.org. • The Guitar Extravaganza continues May 5, 7:30 p.m. with “Cabaret Favorites featuring Arnie Gruber and his Band,” $10. On May 7, 5 p.m.: “Five Towns College Jazz Ensembles,” free. On May 8, 7:30 p.m.: “An Evening of Jazz with the Five Towns College Jazz Orchestra and Swing Band,” $10. On May 9 at 7:30 pm: “Spring Concert II with the Five Towns College Chamber Orchestra, Vocal Jazz Ensemble and Choir,” $10.
Elwood Public Library 3027 Jericho Turnpike, Elwood. 631-499-3722. www.elwoodlibrary.org. • Welcome back Emilia Rabito Baer for a discussion of the some of the most expensive paintings ever sold on Wednesday, May 9, 3 p.m. • Chef Richard explains how tapas originated on Wednesday, May 9, 7 p.m. See some quick demonstrations and assemble your own. $6.
Half Hollow Hills Community Library Dix Hills: 55 Vanderbilt Parkway. 631-4214530; Melville: 510 Sweet Hollow Road. 631421-4535. hhhlibrary.org. • “Kaleidoscopes,” artworks by S. Leser and Gaby Heit is on display in Dix Hills May 2-31. Meet the artists on Saturday, May 19, 2-4 p.m. • Dr. Michel Selmer will offer a lecture for pet owners seeking information about alternative
John W. Engeman Theater At Northport 350 Main St., Northport. www.johnwengemantheater.com. 631-261-2900. • You’ve got to be a star on “42nd Street,” showing through June 17.
The Minstrel Players of Northport At Houghton Hall - Trinity Episcopal Church, 130 Main St., Northport Village. 631-732-2926. www.minstrelplayers.org. • The 2012 season kicks off with Larry Shue's outrageous comedy, “The Nerd,” on
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(Continued from page A18) Saturday, May 5 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, May 6, 3 p.m. $15 adults/$12 seniors and children under 12.
Tiptoe Through The Tulips The 12th annual Huntington Tulip Festival is May 6, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Heckscher Park in Huntington (Route 25A and Prime Avenue). This free, family-oriented floral celebration includes activity booths for children, live entertainment, art exhibits and a children's parade. 631-351-3099.
AUDITIONS LIU Post Chamber Musicians Auditions for the 31st Summer Season of the LIU Post Chamber Music Festival continue with audition dates on May 6, 7, 20 and 21 and June 3, 4 and 11, or by special appointment. The LIU Post Chamber Music Festival offers gifted music students (ages 10-18), college/conservatory students and young professionals the opportunity to study and perform in a rich musical environment. To schedule an audition, call 516-299-2103 or visit www.liu.edu/post/chambermusic.
MUSEUMS & EXHIBITS
Auschwitz survivor Ludovit Feld. A Holocaust Memorial Day Commemoration will be held Sunday, April 15, 1-4 p.m. with special guest Silvia Fishbaum, Feld’s former student and lifetime friend.
museum.org. • Arena Players Repertory Theater presents thriller “Accomplice” May 4-27 at the Carriage House Theatre at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 3 p.m. Sunday.
Art League of Long Island
Huntington Arts Council
Walt Whitman Birthplace
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. • Beloved member and instructor, Ethel Brown Camhi, is honored in an exhibition and sale of 65 works from her estate. The collages of Ethel Camhi will be shown from May 5-13.
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. • “Windows to the Soul” at the Main Gallery represents 34 personal views, on display through May 7. • The 10th annual juried photography show will be at the Main Gallery from May 11-June 25.
246 Old Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station. Hours: Wednesday-Friday, 1-4 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. Admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors/students, and children under 5 are free. 631-427-5240. www.waltwhitman.org. • Poetry in Performance featuring Joseph Bruchac and Patti Tana will be held on May 5 from 7-9 p.m. Tickets are $15. Wine and cheese reception at 6:15 p.m.
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. • Eleanor Berger will showcase Seasonal Landscapes in oil/pastel and Constance Wain will show Retro in prints and mixed media from May 5-27.
Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery 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. • Pollywog Adventures, for kids ages 3-5, offers participants an opportunity to learn about the watery natural world that surrounds us. Every first and third Thursday through June, 11 a.m.-noon.
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. • “Right Whales: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow,” is on display until Labor Day 2012. Thought to be on the brink of extinction, right whales are among the rarest animals on earth. • Moms and daughters can celebrate Mother’s Day doing yoga on Saturday, May 12 from 11 a.m. to noon. Program takes place near Cold Spring Harbor Park. Adult/child pair $12, $5 additional child, members $10 for pair. RSVP.
fotofoto Gallery 14 W. Carver St., Huntington. Gallery hours: Friday 5-8 p.m., Saturday 12-8 p.m., Sunday 12-4 p.m. 631-549-0448. www.fotofotogallery.com. • Dis-Integration by Lois Youmans and Femme by Lauren Weissler now on display.
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. • The Heckscher Museum of Art and Cinema Arts Centre are pleased to present the Long Island Biennial, a juried exhibition featuring work by artists and filmmakers who live in Nassau or Suffolk County. Show at Heckscher features 52 artists, 13 of whom call the Town of Huntington home. Film presentation at Cinema Arts Centre in July.
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. • On display through June 30 is the work of
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. 631427-7045, ext. 401. www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org. • Learn about the Town of Huntington’s role in the Civil War in an exhibit at the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Building. • The society is sponsoring a trip to the Italian lakes and Greek islands, featuring a sevennight eastern Mediterranean cruise Oct. 3-14. • The society will conduct guided tours of the Lefferts Tide mill, a property of The Nature Conservancy, on Friday, May 25, 2 p.m.
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. • Korn with Sluggo & J – Devil plays Huntington on Tuesday, May 8, 8 p.m. • The Go Go’s bring their charm Thursday, May 10, 8 p.m. • Get your network on at Long Island’s Mega Networking Conference on Monday, May 14, 7 p.m. $25.
VOLUNTEERING
LaMantia Gallery
Helping Furry Friends
127 Main St., Northport Village. 631-754-8414. www.lamantiagallery.com. • The gallery welcomes back Edward Gordon and introduces Daniel Del Orfano.
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center is looking for volunteers who want to make a difference in the lives of animals. Free training provided. Visit www.littleshelter.com or call 631-368-8770 ext. 204.
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Walt Whitman Birthplace
9 East Carver St., Huntington. Gallery hours: Wed.-Sat., 3-8 p.m. or by appointment. 631662-9459. • A X Gala Event will be held through June 9 with a reception on Saturday, May 5 from 5-7 p.m.
If you are interested in literature or history, the Walt Whitman Birthplace has fascinating and rewarding part-time volunteer positions available. Free training provided. 631-427-5420 ext.114.
Northport Historical Society Museum
Friends At Home
215 Main St., Northport. Museum hours: Tuesday - Sunday, 1-4:30 p.m. 631-757-9859. www.northporthistorical.org. • “50 years of Preserving and Celebrating Northport's History” honors the society's founders and their concerns and activities.
Looking to earn some community service hours while changing a life? As part of the Friends@Home program, a project of The Ariella's Friendship Circle at the Chai Center in Dix Hills, visit a child with special needs in an environment they are most comfortable: their own homes. Together, bake cookies, play games, create arts and crafts, read books and more. Contact Nati or Sara at 631-351-8672 or fcchaicenter@gmail.com
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. • Long Island’s “Zen Cubist” Gary Ivan’s work will be displayed this month.
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.
Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport. Museum hours: Tuesday-Friday, 12-4 p.m., Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, 12-5 p.m.; closed Mondays except for holiday weeks. Grounds admission: $7 adults, $6 seniors, students, and $3 children under 12. Museum tour, add $5 per person. 631-854-5555. www.vanderbilt-
Helping Runaway Kids Share your ideas and opinions on how Huntington Sanctuary, a program of the Huntington Youth Bureau, can help youth ages 12-21 who run away or who are at risk of running away. The group’s advisory board meets one Thursday a month at 6 p.m. Call 631-2712183.
Eyes For The Blind Suffolk County’s Helen Keller Services is looking for volunteers to visit blind who are homebound to socialize and aid in reading mail, possibly provide transportation. 631-424-0022.
Program of Suffolk County is seeking volunteers to train as advocates for nursing home, adult home and assisted living facility residents to help insure they receive quality care and their rights are protected. 631-427-3700 ext. 240.
Time For Meals On Wheels Meals On Wheels of Huntington is in need of men and women to be volunteers, who work in teams, delivering midday meals to shut-ins. Two hours required, one day a week. Substitutes also needed to fill in when regular drivers are unavailable. There is also a pressing need for nurses who can volunteer to screen potential clients. Times are flexible. 631-271-5150.
Nursing/Rehab Center Needs Help Our Lady of Consolation, a 450-bed nursing and rehabilitative care center located at 111 Beach Drive in West Islip, is seeking compassionate individuals willing to volunteer their time as transporters, Eucharistic Ministers, office assistants, recreational therapy assistants and spiritual care companions. Volunteers needed seven days a week, days and evenings. Age 14 and older only. 631-5871600, ext. 8223 or 8228.
Be A Day Care Provider Little Flower Day Care Network is recruiting for those interested in becoming registered New York State Child Day Car providers. Must be 18 years or older. Call 631-929-600 ext. 1239 to arrange for an appointment in your home with a day care social worker.
Voice For The Children Parents for Megan’s Law and the Crime Victims Center are seeking volunteers to assist with general office duties during daytime hours. Candidates should be positive, energetic and professional with good communication skills. Resume and three references required. 631689-2672 or fax resume to 631-751-1695.
A Loving Touch The Hospice Care Network is seeking licensed massage therapists who are passionate and committed to making a difference for their new complementary therapy program, which will provide services at Franklin Medical Center in Valley Stream, Peninsula Hospital Center in Far Rockaway and the Hospice Inn in Melville. Two-day training course provided by the organization. ependleton@hospicecarenetwork.org or 516-832-7100.
Thrifty Hands Needed Huntington Hospital Auxiliary’s Community Thrift Shop needs volunteers for merchandise pricing and floor work on Monday afternoons, Tuesday and Thursday mornings. 631-2713143.
Seniors Helping Others The Retired Senior Volunteer Program offers volunteer opportunities throughout Suffolk County ranging from tour guides and soup kitchens to hospitals and mentoring for energized adults 55+. Training, travel reimbursement and liability insurance are included. 631979-0754
SOCIAL/SUPPORT/12-STEP GROUPS Alcoholics Anonymous With their first meeting in Huntington opening in the late 1940s, Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope so that they may stay sober and help others to recover from alcoholism. Call (631) 654-1150 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Sat., or visit http://www.suffolkny-aa.org for information and a meeting list.
Narcotics Anonymous Narcotics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who meet regularly and share their experience, strength and hope to stay clean and help others seeking recovery from addiction. Meeting list at http://sasna.org, or call 631-689-NANA (6262).
Help American Red Cross The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization that provides relief to victims of disaster and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. The Suffolk County Chapter is looking for volunteers to assist in emergency shelters, at fires and natural disasters, with veterans, at community events or at the office. Free trainings provided. 631-924-6700 ext 212.
Seeking Volunteer Advocates The Family Service League’s Ombudservice
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Tutoring Business Looking Smart Teacher couple wrapping up first year with Regents and standardized testing prep Huntington Businesses By Mike Koehler mkoehler@longislandernews.com
With finals, SATs and ACTs rapidly approaching, Bruce and Krista Beasley are hoping to see more business come their way. The Huntington couple oversees tutoring of children across Long Island through their franchise of Above Grade Level. “We have a lot of people concentrating on SATs right now,” Bruce said, adding the next SAT is in June. “We’re getting heavy into Regents prep since that’s coming in June.” The Long Island branch of Above Grade Level opened in 2011, but the couple’s history in education started long before that. Krista has taught in the public schools for 13 years, her husband said, and “loves it.” He taught for seven years in California before moving to New York and marrying his wife. After going through recertification, Bruce spent one more year teaching and decided it wasn’t for him.
whatever goals needs to be accomplished. Tutors then spend an hour with the student and a parent in their home. Lessons are designed only to last 5-8 minutes, kept short to maintain student attention and easily digestible. The remaining time can then be used for anything between further review of the curriculum and helping with school homework. Prices for lessons fluctuate some based on the pupil, material covered and length of services rendered, although it typically falls between $40 and $50 per hour. For example, SAT prep classes cost $45 per hour for the 12-hour variant, $43 per hour for the 18-hour package and $41.50 for the 24-hour variant. Customers come from all across Long Island, Bruce said, ranging from Hempstead to Halesite. Huntington proper is among the largest source of clients, along with Plainview, Syosset and Garden City. “Those are the big four,” he added. Just wrapping up their first year in business, the couple is breaking even financially. Bruce, however, was optimistic that word-of-mouth from current students and new advertising would net them more customers. “It’s hard to get a business running in the first year, no matter what you do,” he said. The downtrodden economy, a major blight to all types of businesses, has
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“I found myself wanting to be more of my own boss,” he said. “I also have an MBA in my background.” Digging through a number of possible entrepreneurial opportunities, the couple learned about Above Grade Level. Founded about 30 years ago in Canada and America, the company eschewed storefront locations for one-on-one, inhome lessons through franchisees. “It looked like something we could do, something it would be an easy sale, something that would match our skills,” Bruce said. Their franchise officially opened on May 1, 2011. Almost exactly one year later, the Beasleys now have six tutors teaching students throughout Nassau and Suffolk County. While they offer instruction for grades K-12, most of their student clientele are in middle or high school. Three of their tutors are English specialists while the other three are math and science specialists. Math in particular, Bruce revealed, is the most demanded subject. “It’s about 70 percent of our business,” he said. Every case, however, involves much of the same process. When the local Above Grade Level branch takes on a pupil, the student is given a grade and age equivalency exam. Based on those results, tutors can focus on lacking skill sets, find new ways to challenge bright minds or
Bruce Beasley, along with his wife Krista, run Above Grade Level tutoring. touched the Above Grade Level franchise, but not enough to shut them down. “Parents don’t really stop spending on their kids. They choose a little more wisely,” Bruce said.
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Elder Law Firm Expansion Includes Resource Center A local elder law firm is expanding its headquarters with public service in mind. Genser Dubow Genser & Cona (GDGC), headquartered at 225 Broadhollow Road, Suite 200 in Melville, has doubled its space and added many amenities for clients and staff. As a public service in its new suite of offices, GDGC is opening Long Island’s first resource center for seniors, families and caregivers known as the Susan C. Snowe Caregiver Resource Center. In a confidential setting, community members will have access to information, materials and resources on assisted living facilities, home care agencies, nursing homes, senior housing, long term care insurance, reverse mortgages, and more. On designated days and times, the public can speak with a GDGC attorney at no charge. “In addition to offering elder law services, we provide assistance and guidance with health care choices, care and living options and often refer our clients to supportive services and colleagues in our industry,” said managing partner Jennifer Cona. “The Susan C. Snowe Caregiver Resource Center offers such information and gives our clients a place to begin their research – all under one roof.” The center is dedicated in memory of Susan C. Snowe, a compassionate social worker whose career spanned 40 years of helping the disabled and the elderly. In addition, the three conference rooms feature the first permanent exhibit of veteran press photographer Phil
Genser Dubow Genser & Cona managing partner Jennifer Cona and partner Jack Genser in their firm’s new Caregiver Resource Center. Stanziola’s original works of historical figures such as John F. Kennedy, Marilyn Monroe, Martin Luther King Jr., Frank Sinatra, Richard Nixon and others. Stanziola is a retired photographer who worked at the World Telegram and The
Daily News over the course of his 50-year career. Many of Stanziola’s photographic works are held at the Library of Congress. GDGC occupuied its former space for seven years. The firm has grown 30 percent over each of the last several years,
representatives said. To inaugurate the resource center and photo gallery, there will be a ribbon cutting ceremony and open house for GDGC’s clients and the public on June 14 from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
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HillSPORTS BOYS TENNIS
Unflappable T-Birds Still Undefeated By Stephanie DeLuca sdeluca@longislandernews.com
Half Hollow Hills East’s boys tennis team has been undefeated for the last two years, and coach Tom Depelteau hopes to do the same this season. So far, so good. “We are undefeated and we won 13 in a row this year [and] were previous 40 in a row, so we’re now at 53 in Suffolk County [as of Monday],” the coach said. “We would like to think we’re going to finish off with a perfect record. We ended up losing to Nassau in the Island Championship but we were 20-0 in Suffolk Coun-
ty last year and the year before.” Depelteau, who has been coaching the boys varsity tennis team for the last 26 years, said League I is set up by geography but it turns out that the league is comprised of by far the most competitive eight teams in the county. “It’s likely that three of the top five teams in the county are in our league; the other two teams are Whitman and Commack,” the coach noted. “We’ve beaten Whitman twice and Commack once but they, outside of the league, are undefeated in Suffolk County except for their losses to us.” Hills East won 6-1 in their latest match
BASEBALL
Colts Come Out Swinging When it comes to playing on the diamond, the Colts are in control. Half Hollow Hills West (11-3) is sitting pretty in the No. 2 spot of League IV’s varsity baseball standings, propelled by a 10-2 win over West Babylon on April 27. David Golinowski’s single drove home Andrew Balling to break a 2-2 tie in the top of the seventh. Seven other runs that inning sealed the deal for the Colts. Luke Stampfl and Sean Noriega each hit home runs. Dylan Mouzakes threw an eight-hitter with seven strikeouts. The game was the last of three against West Babylon, and Hills West won them
all. The Colts came out on top of an 11-1 win on April 26, during which T.J. Montalbano pitched five innings of relief, allowing no runs and landing six strikeouts. On April 24, Hills West won 4-2 thanks in part to Mouzakes’ save. He struck out two batters after entering the game with one out and the bases loaded in the bottom of the seventh. Earlier, Stampfl's solo home run tied the game and Hills West took the lead on an RBI single by Tommy DiGiorgi. The Colts hosted Riverhead (6-8) on Monday, with a nine-game winning streak going into the game. They continue the series against them in Riverhead today.
The Hills East boys tennis team is one of the best in Suffolk. against Whitman on April 27 and 5-2 against Commack on April 17. The coach said most of the matches have been routine, with a couple coming in at 5-2 and more than half at 7-0. The team’s closest matches were against Harborfields, Whitman and Commack. Depelteau praised team captain Eric Teplitz, who has done a terrific job for the team this season. The coach said he plays mostly doubles but can play any position in the lineup. Teplitz only lost once all year, with a 12-1 record in various positions in the lineup. The coach said senior Eric Berpuglia is the team’s No. 1 player, with an 11-0 record in singles. Berpuglia was an AllState player twice in doubles and this year he’s playing singles. Sophomore Zain Ali is the team’s No. 2 singles player and is a two-time All-State player in the eighth and ninth grade. The top doubles team for the T-Birds is sophomore Kyle Alper and partner junior Jeff Cherkin. Following at No. 2 is
senior Alex Ricciuti, who made it to AllStates last year, and partner Jeremy Schnapp, a senior and one of the team’s captains. “It’s a great bunch of kids,” the coach said. “We have a good time and I hope they have a half a good as time as I do.” Depelteau noted the Hills East tennis team has a promising future with the junior varsity team being undefeated as well. Their team is made up primarily of middle school students at the seventh and eighth grade level. The final two regular season games came on Monday against Northport and today against Commack. The score of the Northport game was not available by press time. Following the regular season are two tournaments – one to find out who the best individuals are in the county, both in singles and doubles, and the other to find out who’s the best school in the county. The individuals who win in the first tournament will represent the county at states.
WOMEN’S BASKETBALL
Former Cougar Star Drafted Into WNBA By Mike Koehler mkoehler@longislandernews.com
Samantha Prahalis always showed something nobody else did when it came to athletics. She played linebacker with the boys growing up, joined the Commack girls varsity basketball team as a seventh-grader and earned the Big Ten Player of the Year award in 2012 with Ohio State. On April 16, she made it to the big time. Standing at 5 feet, 7 inches, Prahalis was drafted in the first of three rounds, sixth overall, by the Phoenix Mercury in this week’s WNBA draft. “It’s like a dream come true. It’s really great,” Prahalis, 22, said. Phoenix used their first pick on the point guard, who they believed fit their aggressive, up-tempo style of play. “I think the way we play and our style really suits her and she suits us. Her motor is high and she loves playing basketball. She definitely has the tools to become a great player in our league,” Head Coach and GM Corey Gaines said. Prahalis, known for her passing prowess and fiery personality on the court, was regarded as the best point guard available in
the draft. Averaging 19.8 points per game and 6.3 assists in her senior year, she finished as the all-time Big Ten leader in assists with 901 and was one of two Division I players to record at least 2,000 points and 900 assists in a career. But Kaitlin Milazzo could tell back when they were children there was something special. Prahalis’ best friend and former Cougar teammate, Milazzo said it was obvious the point guard was accomplishing more than the other kids. “The talent she had compared to everyone else, it was just easy for her in high school. She was the hardest worker, always working at the gym,” Milazzo said. “Her offense set her apart from everyone else. Everyone would come to watch her.” And as Prahalis’ star continued to shine as a Buckeye, Milazzo transferred to Ohio State for her last two years. She became the squad’s manager, traveling with the team and joining them at practice. Collegiate fans and players grew to know the same Prahalis that Milazzo knew. “After the games when she and I would walk to the bus, fans from the other teams would come up to her and say they respected her [and asked for autographs],”
her friend said. “That even happened in Michigan, where nobody asks for anyone from Ohio State.” Phoenix wasted no time getting to work; they sent the Commack product out west in time for workouts on April 17. Training camp began Sunday and the season opens on May 20 at the Minnesota Lynx. “The other players are really nice. They’re trying to help me,” the point guard said Tuesday evening. But while her new teammates help her adjust to life in the WNBA, Milazzo said the WNBA will have to adjust to Prahalis. Off the court, her friend described the new Mercury as a shy, quiet woman. On the court, she’s a vibrant leader who is not afraid to lead the way and take risks. “I swear it’s her alter-ego. It’s a totally different Sammy Prahalis,” Milazzo said, adding that she doesn’t fit the stereotypical WNBA mold. “She expresses her uniqueness.” For the foreseeable future, Prahalis is staying in Phoenix to prepare for the regular season, something she admitted will be a transition after living on the east coast near family and friends. However, the Commack grad said she expects some visitors before long.
Samantha Prahalis, once a Commack Cougar, was drafted by the Phoenix Mercury in the first round of the 2012 WNBA draft. Meanwhile, she’s anxious to play some ball. “I just want to get out there and start playing,” Prahalis said.