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Artist Chosen For Sweet Hollow Park Art Project By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com
Huntington officials have selected the artist for a public art project at the future home of Sweet Hollow Park in Melville. The town board approved a resolution on Nov. 5 authorizing Supervisor Frank Petrone to execute an agreement with Suzanne Lee, of Portland, Oregon, to design, fabricate and install the $75,000$85,000 project at an 8-acre municipal park at the intersection of intersection of Round Swamp and Old Country roads in Melville, which is set to be constructed next spring and include a multi-ability playground, tennis courts, bocce courts, game tables, covered areas, a path for walking, running and bicycling, benches and picnic tables. The art project will be paid through the town’s Environmental Open Space and Parks Improvement fund, $20,000 of which is in the 2015 capital budget. Beatrice Colon of New York City was selected as the backup artist. Lee was chosen by a panel that reviewed 13
Suzanne Lee submissions. The panel was chaired by Bob Carter and included the chair of the Public Art Advisory Committee, Janine Seifert, committee member Michelle Peppers and the town’s Open Space Coordinator Margo Miles. Also in the panel were four community representatives: Alyssa Taff, David Kaston, Ellen Einhorn and
Michael Petruzelli. “We’re trying to get a combination of the whole history [of the property], going back in time,” said Taff, president of the Civic Association of Sweet Hollow Inc, who was on the panel. This includes the history of Native Americans, colonial settlers and Hindu residents. “[Lee’s] talents were such that she could tell the story a little better through her artwork,” said Taff, adding that the panel liked the design of Lee’s work, which was more definitive and more expressive. Working primarily in metal and glass, Lee makes public art and does a lot of laser-cut metal. “It’s a product that’s hard and permanent but it looks lacey and vulnerable,” she said. Since the park itself is not yet built, Lee said she hasn’t seen any plans for the project and won’t know until she visits the site. “What we’re excited about is that this park will be multigenerational,” Taff said. “What’s planned for it is things for all ages and it should be a beautiful resource for the community. We’re excited to get it going.”
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Colts Fall To Wolverines In County Final Long Islander News photos/Andrew Wroblewski
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By Andrew Wroblewski awroblewski@longislandergroup.com
When Hills West fell 58-34 to Newfield in the Suffolk Division II championship on Friday, it ended the Colts’ football season. But no longer being able to play football in a Hills West uniform wasn’t what nearly brought senior quarterback Anthony Lucarelli to tears in the moments following the game. He said it was because he’s going to miss his “family.” “They’re my best friends, we’re always there for each other. That’s mostly what we’re going to miss the most. Not playing (Continued on page A27)
Hills West Assistant Coach Toby Elmore, left, consoles junior lineman Tyler Elmore on Friday after the Colts fell to Newfield in the Suffolk Division II.
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Real Estate Group Grants $25K To Day Camp By Andrew Wroblewski awroblewski@longislandergroup.com
Sunrise Day Camp-Long Island has received a $25,000 donation to build a musical garden at its Wheatley Heights campground. The donation, from Long Island Real Estate Group, will expand the music program of the camp, which is attended free of charge by children with cancer and their siblings. “With great appreciation to LIREG, the sounds of music — created with oversized instruments, including drums, bells, gongs, xylophones and more – will ring throughout the campgrounds, providing over 600 children of all ages the opportunity to express themselves through music,” said Beth Fetner, senior vice president of development for the Sunrise Association, of which the Wheatley Heights campground is a member. The Sunrise Association also operates camps in Pearl River, New York,
Staten Island and Israel, all of which are also free of charge and attended by children with cancer and their siblings. LIREG, in October, also gave a $50,000 donation to Valley Streambased Building Homes for Heroes and a $35,000 donation to Uniondale-based Long Islander Children’s Museum received $35,000. “These three organizations were the most outstanding in terms of their reach and the scope of their projects among the numerous organizations that sought our assistance this year,” said Richard Herzbach, charity committee chairman for LIREG, which consists of 400 members and has worked since 2004 to raise funds for charitable real estaterelated projects on Long Island. Added Peter Schapero, co-president of LIREG, “These contributions demonstrate how seriously the Long Island Real Estate Group regards its efforts to make a difference on Long Island.”
The Long Island Real Estate Group made donations in October to three Long Island charities, including Sunrise Day Camp’s Wheatley Heights campground. From left, LIREG Co-President Scott Berman, LIREG Co-President Peter Schapero; Beth Fetner, Sunrise Day Camp vice president of development; and Richard Herzbach, LIREG charities committee chair.
TOWN OF HUNTINGTON
Huntington Hospital To Honor Development Duo Ted and Craig Weiss, the father and son team of who together head T. Weiss Realty Corp. have been named honorees of North Shore-LIJ Huntington Hospital’s upcoming 2015 gala. Ted Weiss, chief executive officer and founder of the Melville-based real estate development and management firm, and his son, Craig, the company’s president, will be honored Dec. 4 at a black-tie dinner at Oheka Castle. “Being named co-honorees for the 2015 Huntington Hospital Gala is a distinction few fathers and sons have the opportunity to share,” said Ted Weiss. “I am thrilled that the hospital is honoring the two of us.” More than 400 guests are expected to attend the gala, including physicians, hospital trustees and major benefactors. Event planners hope to raise $400,000 to benefit the expansion of Huntington Hospital’s emergency, inpatient oncology and maternity departments. Construction has begun on the emergency wing, with an expected completion date coinciding with the hospital’s centennial in 2016. “I am delighted to be an hon-
The father-son development team behind T. Weiss Realty will be honored at Huntington Hospital’s gala Dec. 4. From left: Craig Weiss, Dr. Gerard X. Brogan and Ted Weiss in front of Huntington Hospital. oree for the gala and I am eagerly anticipating working with Huntington Hospital to raise awareness and the necessary funding for future improvements,” said Craig Weiss, who joined the fami-
ly business in 2007. “Huntington Hospital is grateful to have the support of both Ted and Craig Weiss to help raise awareness and support for the hospital’s capital improvement program and
in particular, the emergency department,” said Dr. Gerard X. Brogan Jr., Huntington Hospital’s executive director. For information on the gala contact Dolli Bross at 631-470-5204.
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POLICE REPORT Compiled by Chris Mellides
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gas stations out there have not gotten the mesduty one more time this year, sage that $1-plus hikes in gas prices for credit folks. On Dec. 8, it’s time to charges is simply unaccepthit the polls for fire and waable. Even the gas station atter commissioner elections. IN THE KNOW tendants know it. As I was We’ll have you covered next WITH AUNT ROSIE about to ask for this young felweek with a complete breaklow at a Citgo on East Jericho Turnpike in down of the races around the Huntington to “fill ‘er up, regular,” he alerted Town of Huntington. So stay me to the fact that the $2.29-a-gallon of gas tuned and remember to vote! would actually cost $3.25 with my debit or credit card. Instead of spending the nearly $30Just, yuck…The strangest situation happlus it would take to fill up my trusty Buick, I pened the other day when I was walking from handed him a $20. Their loss. And I won’t be Stop & Shop to our office in on Wall Street. returning. “Ultra,” by the way, was $3.19 a With my arms crossed and head sunk into my gallon, or $4.15 with a debit or credit card. shoulders to shield my neck from the icy cold, Crazy. I was looking down and came across a seagull pecking at the flesh of a dead fish. I looked Look who’s joined the crowd… On the around as if I was hallucinating, but I wasn’t. bright side, it looks like town spokesman A.J. I was standing in front of Dairy Barn in the Carter went ahead and joined the Buick family heart of Huntington village, with two men with the newest addition to his driveway, a staring at me to see my reaction. “Disgusting,” brand-new LaCrosse. While my Buick, tried I said out loud, as the seagull jerked its head and true, is in dire need of a new paintjob and back to swallow the fishy remains. At least has seen much better days, A.J. went with a someone’s was happy. newer and much shinier model. A.J. posted to (Aunt Rosie wants to hear from you! If you have Facebook that his kids were giving him the comments, ideas, or tips about what’s happening business about his age and told him he was in your neck of the woods, write to me today and old enough to drive a Buick ... so he bought let me know the latest. To contact me, drop a line one. Nicely done, Mr. Carter. Enjoy the new to Aunt Rosie, c/o The Long-Islander, 14 Wall car, but don’t you dare challenge Aunt Rosie Street, Huntington NY 11743. Or try the e-mail at auntrosie@longislandergroup.com) to a street race!
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TOWN OF HUNTINGTON
Platt’s Developer Will Resubmit Plan By Andrew Wroblewski awroblewski@longislandergroup.com
Developer Dominick Mavellia plans to resubmit his proposal to build a medical office at a historic site in Huntington after the town board did not extend the deadline for a vote necessary for the plan to move forward. In August, the board opted to extend to Dec. 6 the deadline for a vote on a residential-to-commercial zone change that Mavellia requires in order to build a proposed 10,000-squarefoot medical office at the southeast corner of Park Avenue and Route 25A, the former Platt’s Tavern property, where it’s said President George Washington once dined. The board didn’t vote on the zone change, nor extend the deadline, during its Nov. 5 meeting and its next meeting is Dec. 8. Since there won’t be a vote before the deadline, Mavellia must resubmit his application to the board if he wishes to move forward with his proposal. Mavellia said Nov. 18 he plans to “forge ahead” with his plan despite saying that he’s lost around $500,000 in rent due to the eight-month-andcounting approval process, during which the proposal has faced public criticism. He said he plans to resubmit the application “within the next week or so.” Criticism of Mavellia’s plan has come from neighbors of the property and historic preservationists. The plan was also resisted by Huntington’s His-
A developer must resubmit his application to build a proposed 10,000-square-foot medical office at the historic southeast corner of Park Avenue and Route 25A, shown in the rendering above, after the town board didn’t vote earlier this month on a necessary zone change. torical Preservation Commission, which reviewed the proposal as part of its mission of oversight for the town’s historic districts and structures. The historic commission refused to recommend the town board approve Mavellia’s proposal, citing concerns with the size of the proposed structure. The developer opted to appeal the decision with an independent administrative hearing officer on Oct. 21. The officer, Eric Sachs, ruled in favor of Mavellia, in his report issued Nov. 4, one day prior to the town board’s most recent meeting. “I’m happy with the decision, it proved that I’m not just some crazy developer trying to propose a building that is out of line with what fits in the area,” Mavellia said. “And I thought that would have been sufficient proof… but apparently the board let the time to put my project up for a vote expire.”
Mavellia was unsure whether his lawyer requested a deadline extension prior to the Nov. 5 town board meeting, but he said that the board didn’t vote on the zone change because there were not enough votes to satisfy a supermajority requirement necessary because a petition against the proposal had been filed with the town by a neighbor of the property. Huntington Supervisor Frank Petrone said after the Nov. 5 meeting that the board “weighed all the information and there are some concerns, so the board felt it was appropriate not to go forward.” Since the board didn’t move forward, Mavellia must meet again with the town’s preservation commission, which will once again choose whether or not to recommend the resubmitted plan to the board. “I have to go back to them to try and get approval on a building that I was already
approved” for, Mavellia said. Mavellia said the historic commission maintains that the proposed building is too large in its current form, but that the commission has not given him a specific number of square feet that would be acceptable. “I do meet the C-1 criteria in terms of parking, I’m not asking for any setback variances, I’m not asking for parking variances. They want to see a smaller building there,” Mavellia said, adding, “It’s more of an opinion.” He added, “But I have to move forward and I want to be positive. I want to believe that the board members are good and trying to do the right thing. And I want to believe that the historians are good and just have the best interest of the people [in mind]. Hopefully, once I sit down with them again, we can come up with a happy medium.”
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McDonald’s Launches Long Island Food Drive McDonald’s locations across Long Island are accepting canned and boxed non-perishable foods as part of the chain’s annual food drive benefitting Long Island Cares Inc. - The Harry Chapin Food Bank. The food drive kicked off at the East Northport McDonald’s at 1999 East Jericho Turnpike. Thanks to the help of numerous Suffolk and Nassau County Girl Scout troops, food drive collection boxes have been decorated with thoughtful reminders of the importance of thankfulness. The food collection boxes will be stationed in the lobby of the participating Long Island’s McDonalds locations through Dec. 23. From left to right: Ronald McDonald, Denis Stickelman, of McDonald’s; Mary Garrote, of the Suffolk County Girls Scouts; Lonny Weiner, of McDonald’s; Josh Kaufman, McDonald’s owner/operator; Paule Pachter, CEO of Long Island Cares; Gioianna DiGiorgio of Suffolk County Girl Scouts Troop 1021; Elana Sissons of Long Island Cares; Christine Terzella, of the Suffolk County Girls Scouts; Joyce Wagner, of the Nassau County Girls Scouts; and Luciana Montuoro, of McDonald’s.
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Shop Small This Season The holiday season kicks off this week- tant to the health and vitality of our downend. This Saturday’s lighted holiday parade town shipping areas. and street festival draws thousands of chilHuntington village, downtown Northport, dren and their families to downtown Hunt- Cold Spring Harbor and Greenlawn are ofington each year. Presented by the Town of fer wonderful shops and restaurants that Huntington in conjunction with local fire make each community unique in its own departments and the Huntington Chamber way. But there’s a more important reason to of Commerce, the parade features fire visit. When you spend at the shops and busitrucks and floats decked in lights, marching nesses in our downtown areas, you support bands and costumed characters the community. In addition to in an all-out show of holiday EDITORIAL generating local sales tax dollars spirit. that come back to the communiNow in its sixth year, the event also kicks ty, you are helping the businesses that prooff the important holiday shopping season vide jobs, and often give back to the comfor the town’s retailers and restaurants. Al- munity in other ways. Small-business ownways the Saturday after Thanksgiving, the ers support local nonprofits and charities. holiday kickoff coincides with Small Busi- They sponsor your kids’ athletic teams, and ness Saturday. give to PTAs and other grassroots commuSmall business’ answer to Black Friday nity groups. and Cyber Monday, Small Business SaturWhen you spend your shopping dollars day is a day dedicated to raising awareness with local businesses, you are helping keep and driving shoppers to the retailers in their neighbors employed, keeping real estate own backyards. prices up and putting dollars back into the The day’s catch-phrase, “Think Small,” community. reminds shoppers how important it is to supKeep it in mind when you are checking port the local businesses that are so impor- off that holiday gift list.
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Cuomo Should Commit To Phasing Out Coal Dear Editor: As the international climate negotiations in Paris near, the governor can put his words [in which he committed to reducing carbon emissions 40 percent by 2030] into action and commit this year to phasing out coal in New York by the end of the decade. A commitment to phasing out coal in New York will not only reduce dangerous climate pollution, but will also position New York as a national
leader in harnessing the environmental and economic benefits provided by a forward-thinking renewable energy economy.” The governor is on the right path to transform our economy with clean energy programs like REV, the Clean Energy Fund and an enforceable renewable energy target to source 50 percent of electric energy from renewables by 2030, but that's only half of the solution — phasing in renewable energy is not sufficient to achieve aggressive carbon reductions. Bold action is also required to
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Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano and Thomas Krumpter, acting police commissioner, announced Nov. 16 that the Nassau County Police Department intensified police patrols countywide the weekend after 137 people were killed, and 352 were injured, due to a series of terrorist attacks in Paris on Nov. 12. The department put a special focus on large public gatherings, and plans to continue with an increased police presence in Nassau for the time being. “The Nassau County Police Department continues to work with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies to ensure the safety of our residents,” Mangano said. "Residents should remain vigilant in the fight against terrorism and work collectively with police to root out those that seek to cause harm to our nation.” Krumpter added, “Our law enforcement professionals have been in constant contact with the Joint Terrorism Task Force and at this time there is no
known Nexis to the United States or to Nassau County. Rest assured that the Nassau County Police Department is always monitoring worldwide intelligence for any possible threats.” To assist law enforcement agencies, residents are reminded by officials of the importance of the “See Something, Say Something” campaign. In these dangerous times, it is critical that residents be aware of their surroundings while continuing with their daily routine. Residents should not assume a package, bag or box was left somewhere by accident. If you see an unattended package, at or outside of a train station, bus stop, house of worship, mall or high traffic area – or if you see anything suspicious - report it to police by dialing 911. In addition, do not accept packages from strangers, when in buildings learn where all emergency exits are located, learn how to evacuate a building and know where the stairs are located.
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Cantor Israel Gordan of the Huntington Jewish Center leads the audience in song at the 44th Annual Huntington Community Thanksgiving Service held at the center on Nov. 22. By Chris Mellides cmellides@longislandergroup.com
A congregation of 300 mixedfaith gatherers filled the presentation hall of the Huntington Jewish Center Sunday for the 44th Annual Huntington Community Thanksgiving Service. Hosted by the center, the service was meant to instill a sense of com-
munity between interfaith individuals united under the belief of the same higher power, according to the event’s organizers. Canned food was accepted by the Huntington Community Food Council, and a dessert reception sponsored by the Sisterhood of the Huntington Jewish Center was held in the building’s Kiddush Lounge at the conclusion of the night’s event.
Participating in the service were 12 houses of worship, with various clergy members taking their part in leading the Huntington religious community in prayer, thoughtful meditation and musical scores—a feature coordinated by Cantor Israel Gordan. Rev. Mark Bigelow of the Congregational Church of Huntington was among the clergy who helped organize the Thanksgiving service.
“Thanksgiving is our real American national holiday that all people regardless of their religion can participate together in,” Bigelow said. “It celebrates also the diversity of our country from the very beginning.” He added, “That’s the richness of Thanksgiving—it’s people gathering together who come from different backgrounds.” (Continued on page A9)
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At the beginning of the event, Rabbi Neil Kurshan led with an invocation followed with a message centered around togetherness amongst religious communities in spite of the turmoil following the Paris terrorist attacks. The Muslim call to ritual prayer, referred to as an Azan, was given by Mustafa Akkaya of the Turkish Cultural Center Long Island, followed by the singing of “We Gather Together” by the Community Interfaith Choir. Rev. Gia Hall of the West Hills Methodist Church read a psalm from the Christian Bible and gave thanks to all those who attended, before the St. Patrick’s Church choir sung a rendition of “America the Beautiful.” “This is the richest musical service we’ve had thanks to the cantor here at the synagogue, he really helped bring people together,” said Bigelow. “And Reverend JoAnn Barrett brings her group and helps to include all of the other different groups here as well.” Barrett spoke on behalf of the Gathering of Light Fellowship and emphasized that this yearly holiday service is hinged on diversity and whatever congregation is hosting the annual event does the job of helping to bring people of different faiths together. “Huntington is a very diverse
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Rev. Gerard Pruziner of the Gathering of the Light Fellowship plays guitar and is joined onstage by a community choir who help him sing a song written by Brian Doerksen called, “Faithful Father.” community, but we also believe that we have to do the work at home and if we’re not doing it here then it’s not going to change in the world,” Barrett said. “By us coming together and being the power of example for the rest of the world, we can change the world.” “We start with the clergy, then we add to the choir, then we add the different congregations and the word
gets out,” she added. The service went on to include additional readings of religious scripture, musical performances, as well as a detailed sermon relaying the history of the Thanksgiving holiday titled “Thanksgiving Lessons.” It was read by Duncan Burns, reverend of St. John’s Episcopal Church of Huntington. Huntington resident Paul Cohen
was one of many in attendance who enjoyed the service, and particularly liked the musical numbers. Asked to describe his experience and what he felt religion’s role was on the world stage, Cohen grew emotional. “It’s good to see everybody come together,” he said. “We shouldn’t let the thoughts of irrational people make us do irrational things.”
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‘Impossible’ Chef Irvine To Bring Live Show to LI SPOTLIGHT By Carl Corry ccorry@longislandergroup.com
You know him from The Food Network’s “Restaurant: Impossible,” in which the muscle-bound, tough-love celebrity chef Robert Irvine helps turn around a struggling food operation in 36 hours with just a $10,000 budget. Over 12 seasons he’s visited 148 locations, and counting. And when he’s not doing that, the British military veteran is either volunteering, cooking up a book (his latest is “Fit Fuel: A Chef’s Guide to Eating Well, Getting Fit and Living Your Best Life”) or headed out on tour for a live show, which is coming to The Paramount on Dec. 6. Yes, there’s cooking, but it’s not a cooking show, Irvine insists. There audience determines challenges and equipment he uses. For example, earlier this year, he was given a time limit to cut up a chicken. Not so difficult, right? Only that Irvine was handcuffed to a rather large engineer at the same time, limiting his mobility. And he got it done. “It’s two hours of craziness,” says Irvine. “It’s great for kids from 4 years old to 96 years old.” The show has gone through seven iter-
At a show earlier this year, one of chef Robert Irvine’s challenges was to cut a turkey while he was tied to someone. ations over four years, but no two shows are alike, with lots of audience interaction, Irvine says, who calls the show a mixture of cooking with all the old TV variety shows like “What’s My Line?” This will be the show’s first time on Long Island. “There’s a lot of laughter,” says Irvine, who is known for another, no-nonsense side of his personality when he’s whipping restaurants, and their owners, into shape on “Restaurant: Impossible.” “Robert Irvine LIVE” is strictly “aimed at having something fun,” he said. You can purchase tickets, which range from $25-$75, to the Paramount show at paramountny.com. Items purchased at the show will benefit the military through the Robert Irvine Foundation. The doors open at 8 p.m.
Celebrity chef Robert Irvine will bring his live performance to The Paramount on Dec. 6.
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Douglas Elliman Real Estate representatives in Huntington were joined by local officials on Nov. 17 to send their first shipment of donated coats to Helping Hands Rescue Mission. “Our goal in our collection efforts is to put a coat on everybody in need in the Town of Huntington,” said Kelley Taylor, manager of the Douglas Elliman Huntington office. Elliman’s three offices in the Town of Huntington -- in Northport, Dix Hills and Huntington village -- are drop-off points for people to give away coats that are then donated to the Helping Hand Rescue Mission in Huntington Station. Through the help of Liberty Moving and Storage, which provided the boxes and transportation for the donations, Elliman donated 550 coats last
year, prompting it to raise the bar this season. The goal is to give 1,000 people on the Island warm clothing, said Rev. Rose Marie Gaines, founder of the Helping Hand Rescue Mission, which was started in 1965. “I got all my co-managers of the 26 offices on board to be a drop-off for any coats,” Taylor said. To spread the word, the agency mailed out a notice to all of its clients, asking them to drop-off or send a request for a pickup. The drive started on Oct. 15 and will continue until Dec. 15, Taylor said. Douglas Elliman’s Huntington office is located at 164 E. Main St. “There’s so many people per office that are part of this community that can make a difference,” Taylor said. “It’s not about what the community can give us it’s about what we can give our community.”
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A look back at CHASING THE DREAM Once upon a moon on the lake I scaled stones to the other side, quicker skips than a basilisk lizard.
Civil War Soldiers Stop in Huntington Walt Whitman
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(Nov. 29, 1861) Lt. H.C. Burton, with some of the Suffolk County volunteers, stopped in Huntington on Nov. 28. The company was on their way to Riverhead to receive a flag created for them during the Civil War as a gift by some patriotic young ladies from that town.
Petition Calls For Better Railroad Service (Nov. 27, 1885) A petition was circulated in the Town of Huntington and signed by leading citizens in an effort to draw attention to meager railroad accommodations relating to the nearly two-mile travel by stagecoach from Huntington village to the neighboring railroad station.
A Sick Horse at the Thanksgiving Day Gala in Northport (Nov. 27, 1886) The USS Housatonic steam boat arrived at the Northport Harbor with crew observing the Thanksgiving Day gala, spending three days portside. Aboard the ship was a sick horse, which likely became ill due to the violent rolling and pitching of the steamer in the Sound. To cure what ailed the horse, the crew dosed it with whiskey and oats.
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Dean Philips of Piccolo Restaurant in Huntington is never too busy to greet diners at the door like an old friend. Piccolo, which means small in Italian, is aptly named for its small space and has been mainstay in Huntington village since 1988, serving delicious Italian cuisine. The lengthy bar area is a great place to pass the time sampling drinks from their extensive wine and cocktail menu while waiting for a table or to meet friends for a drink. The interior is dimly lit, which creates an intimate setting suited for a relaxing meal. While the space may be small, the menu is far from it. Piccolo offers a wide range of choices prepared by Chef Andrew Crabtree. To start, the organic roasted beets ($14) and avocado salad ($14) are light dishes to try before tackling heavier fare. The roasted beets are
made with toasted goat cheese, clementine segments and topped with citrus and beet vinaigrette, making it a refreshing and colorful starter, perfect for fall. The avocado salad with bleu cheese, red grapes, apples and sherry vinaigrette may seem like a light salad, but it is packed with distinct flavors from the fruit. If you’re leaning towards pasta, give the sweet potato gnocchi ($13/half, $25/full) a try. The gnocchi is made perfectly and has a creamy texture to it. Served with broccoli, shucked corn and pancetta, it’s lighter than when compared to typical pasta dishes. For entrees, the scampi Piccolo ($30) and braised boneless beef short ribs ($31) are great choices. The scampi Piccolo is made with giant shrimps, artichoke hearts, garlic and white wine. The shrimps are perfectly seasoned and with the artichoke hearts, it creates a great balance of land and sea. The beef short (Continued on page A13)
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ribs are tender with its au jus, topped with crispy onions and served with horseradish cream sauce on the side, which cuts down the heaviness of the ribs. Crabtree’s culinary excellence extends to desserts as well, with the choices of molten chocolate lava cake ($9) and warm Granny Smith apple crisp ($9). The molten lava cake is creamy and quite decadent, perfect for any chocolate lover. The warm Granny Smith apple crisp is light and tart, a great choice for fall weather. For those looking to have special occasions catered, Piccolo provides a vast catering menu that starts at $40 per person, with specific hours and days. Crabtree and Philips enjoy serving diners with Italian-inspired dishes that are tailored to their diners’ tastes. “I love providing great comfort food that is lighter than your typical Italian food. I like knowing that my diners are satisfied with what they ate,” said Crabtree, who has been with Piccolo for six years. Philips added, “We love the idea that our customers can rely on us for great food and service. Our diners
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admission fee includes Prime’s signature hot chocolate, an addictive concoction that alone is worth the price of admission. If it takes something stronger to keep you warm, the Cabana Bar will be open. An upgraded experience is available next door at The Harbor Club at Prime (95 New York Ave., Huntington, 631-271-5600, harborclubatprime.com). The $75 per person ($25 for children) includes premium open bar, passed hors d’oeuvres and buffet stations. A portion of the price will be donated to the Huntington Lighthouse Preservation Society.
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Town Launches Interactive Holiday Parade Map The Town of Huntington has launched an interactive map that provides detailed information on where to go and what to do during the town’s annual holiday parade and tree lighting on Saturday, which attract thousands of people to Huntington village each year. The map provides information about the parade’s route, activities, information about participating merchants and offers they might have related to Small Business Saturday, a shopping promotion that coincides with the day of the event. From 2-6 p.m., the community room at Panera Bread will offer crafts for children. From 2-4 p.m., the Huntington Public Library will offer holiday crafts and stories in the Youth Program Room. Horse and buggy rides will be available beginning at the corner of Main and Wall Streets from 2-5:30 p.m. From 2-6 p.m., visitors can view the gingerbread house competition entries in the window of Salon Mayan at 27 Wall St. and vote for their favorite. Among the bakeries who have agreed to create entries: Blondie’s Bake Shop, Butter Street Sweets, Copenhagen Bakery, Fanny Cakes, Rein-
The Town of Huntington launched a map tied to the holiday parade and tree lighting that highlights local businesses’ Small Business Saturday promotions.
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wald’s Bakery, Rhapsody Cakes, and Sweetie Pies on Main. Volunteers will be handing out ballots. Before the parade, Dancin’ Feet, Kidz Hitz and Lesley Garay of the group Autumns Falls will entertain on and in front of the reviewing stand at Main and Wall Streets, with additional music from DJ John Wrobel. The parade kicks off at 6 p.m. at the Big H Shopping Center on New York Avenue, continuing to Main Street, where it heads west to West Neck Road. Annually, it attracts 5,000 to 10,000 people to the village. About two dozen businesses signed up as map participants, and their locations have been highlighted with icons. The following are among those offering special deals: Bon Bons Chocolatier Chocolatier 319 Main St. Promo: Free samplings all day on Nov. 28. Chip’n Dipped Chocolatier Baked goods 342 New York Ave. Promo: 10% off all in-store purchases. Fetch Pet care 44C Gerard St. Promo: 10% off all day, and free dog treats. Fox’s Brand-name apparel from top designers at off-prices. 379 New York Ave. Promo: $10 entire purchase
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Time is running out to reserve a time and place for that annual holiday, with local eateries saying they are quickly being booked up for the festive celebrations. Whether it’s a buffet, cocktail parties or usual sitdown you’re looking for, there are plenty of local options to choose from. “We’ve been getting a lot of office parties from the local merchants,” said Al Salese, owner of Eatalia, located at 34 New St. in Huntington. The family-style Italian restaurant, which opened July, offers two separate party rooms, one holding 70 people and the other holding 30. With the sit-down menu up to $55 a head, it’s buffet is $25 a head. While Salese said he’s been getting a lot of requests for buffet-style parties, Nicole Sandbic, assistant manager of Black & Blue Seafood Chophouse, said her customers have been moving more towards cocktail parties. With dinner menus starting at $36 per person, this seafood and chophouse restaurant, located at 65 Wall St. in Huntington, offers weekend packages starting $59 per person. The restaurant holds 30 people in its small private
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Al Salese, owner of Eatalia in Huntington, said the restaurants has been getting holiday party bookings from local merchants. Eatalia has two party rooms. room. Anything above that needs a 55-person minimum for the main dining room. Depending on the size of the group, parties can have the entire dining room, Sandic said. “We definitely still have spots open, [but] we’re almost booked for the season,” she said. Also getting loaded up with reservations is Tutto Pazzo, located at 84 New York Ave. in Huntington. “We’re booking up for a lot of Christmas parties,” said Luigi Petrone, chief and owner of the
Italian family restaurant. “We have three different rooms,” he said. “One room holds 35-50, another room holds 30-60 and other room holds 60-100.” By connecting multiple rooms, Tutto can hold parties for up to 200 people, and depending on the package, with buffets and sitdowns, prices range from $36 to $53 per person. For smaller groups looking for more intimate dining, The Clubhouse, located at 320 W. Jericho Turnpike in Huntington, offers just that. “We cater to intimate dining, as well as small family get togethers and small office parties,” said Jeffrey Bies, owner of the seafood and steakhouse. Although the restaurant doesn’t have a party room, Clubhouse has been filling up with reservations for the holidays, Bies said, with parties of 25 to as many as 50 people, depending on the day and time. “For large groups we would negotiate some sort of a price fixed menu,” he said, adding that menus can vary anywhere from $45 on up. Since weekends are known to be busy, Bies said that if big parties want the restaurant to themselves, he is more than happy to open the restaurant on a Monday during the holidays. “Most nights, I cannot accommodate a large party in conjunction with my dining room because the dining room is busy,” Bies said. “Thankfully, we do have a very solid operation here that way.”
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Along with selling coffee, Sweetie Pies On Main in Cold Spring Harbor also markets the skills of local food vendors, bringing in fresh cookies, pies, pastries and lunch items. “We don’t bake anything here. We bring everything in from local bakers and we try to find the best of the best,” said Sweetie Pies owner Judy Hogan. A Cold Spring Harbor resident for over 40 years, she said she and her husband, Tom, have developed many friendships since they opened in 2010. Hogan said that the idea for opening the business stemmed from hearing people say they were seeking a “great coffee shop” in the community. Selling only organic grinds, Sweetie Pies gets its coffee from Georgio’s Coffee Roasters in Farmingdale. “The town just needed a nice little place for everyone to have coffee,” she said. Located at 181 Main St., Sweetie Pies operates out of a site first built as a house in 1840.
Open since 2010, Sweetie Pies On Main in Cold Spring Harbor features baked goods and lunch items local vendors and home décor.
Judy Hogan, owner of Sweetie Pies On Main, adorns her shop with decorative cookies for the holidays that picture turkeys, owls, acorns and leaves. Over time, Hogan said she began adding more baked goods, such as decorative cookies from Savvy Cookie in Commack, pies from Youngs Farm in Old Brookville, apple turnovers from Jericho Cider Mill in Jericho, granola and cocoa cookies from Anke’s Fit Bakery. “We try to appeal to whatever somebody is looking for and it’s fun,” Hogan said. She said customers inspire what the shop may add to the menu. For instance, after receiving several requests, Sweetie Pies added several lunch items, including individual quiches from Fiorello Dolce in Huntington, salads from Huntington’s Culinary Studio and Toasted Chicks, meatballs from Maroni Cuisine in Northport and daily soups from Hale and Hearty in Carle Place. Adding to the quaint atmosphere, Sweetie Pies also sells home décor, such as coasters, glass trays, platters and more, which are handcrafted with personal quotes from
Ben’s Garden in Huntington. “Whatever I saw that I like, I buy,” Hogan said. “We love his things, so we feature Ben.” Open seven days a week, Hogan and her husband bring in the baked goods every day, making 7 a.m. pit stops to local bakeries, particularly at Fiorello Dolce and Youngs Farm. “We don’t want to be a corporatetype thing,” Hogan said, adding that Sweetie Pies has a staff of 17 and is always looking to hire more. “I think we’re more of a family-run business. I have great employees.” With holiday season in full swing, Sweetie Pies has prepared for the festivities, providing the community with decorative cookies that picture turkeys, owls, acorns and leaves. A top seller for the season is its assortment of pies at $24. “We sell hundreds of pies for Thanksgiving. Everybody comes and picks them up [and] we’re open on Thanksgiving,” Hogan said. Hogan said popular flavors for
the season are pumpkin, pecan, apple and the year-long favorite, dark cherry. Although a lot of work is put into maintaining the shop, Hogan said she enjoys that the shop is valued by the community and brings people together. With a total of 16 seats, the shop extends outside, providing customers with a porch and garden area in the back to enjoy the scenery as they sip on their coffee. “People sit out on the porch, we have heat there, the sides go down,” and in the summer the sides go up and people sit in the garden, Hogan said. “It’s just a nice place to come and meet your friends.”
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BUSINESS Reasons Why I’m Thankful For My Workplace How often do you complain about your job? If you’re anything like me, it might be a daily occurrence. Someone does something annoying and gets your back up; the printer eats the paper and jams; the office is too
hot or too cold; your email box is overflowing; the phone rings and it’s a robocall (isn’t it enough to get these at home?). And how often do you take time to be thankful? I must admit that I don’t do that often enough. I’m choosing this month of Thanksgiving to publicly state why I am thankful in the workplace:
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Couple Battles Cancer To Celebrate New Business A local mother faced with the challenge of nursing her husband through cancer drew strength from her passion for ballroom dancing to launch her family’s business. Marina Palacios, her husband Jose and newborn son, Valentin, will welcome residents to the dance floor for the grand re-opening of Fred Astaire Dance Studio at 132 W Jericho Turnpike in Huntington Station, beginning at 5 p.m. Following a ceremonial ribbon cutting with civic leaders, the public is invited for an evening of food, drink, dance and fun, including a performance by Marina and Jose, their first public performance since his cancer diagnosis. Marina and Jose had just welcomed their first son into the world, when the owners of the dance studio where Marina was an instructor approached them with an opportunity. The Fred Astaire Dance Studio was in need of new ownership. Marina and Jose had always dreamed of owning a dance studio one day, but with the surprise offer on the table, they agreed to buy the studio. Only a month after their soft opening in August, they received devastating news: Jose, only 30 years old, had cancer. The diagnosis meant he would spend several months receiving radiation and chemotherapy, meaning Marina would need to be more involved in the studio’s operation. “It was a scary time, for sure,” Marina said. “But ask any student what they love about ballroom danc-
ing, and they’ll tell you about the therapeutic benefits they enjoy. I truly believed it would help us get through this.” The first round of treatments was too hard on Jose’s body for him to do much in terms of physical activity, but he returned to the dance floor as soon as his health would allow. At first he’d dance with Marina for only 15 minutes, working up to 30 minutes and then an hour. Jose grew physically stronger, and Marina grew more confident. “Dancing isn’t just a job, it’s what drives us,” Marina said. “Seeing Jose improve everyday gave me the strength to keep going. Dancing with him made me feel like everything would be OK again.” Grand Re-Opening Festivities (Dec. 3, 5-8 p.m.) 132 W Jericho Turnpike Huntington Station 5 p.m. Doors open 5:15 p.m. Official welcome and toast, ribbon cutting 5:30 p.m. Professional dance showcase (Jose and Marina Palacios) 5:45 p.m. Students demonstration, Intro Lesson and general dancing 6:15 p.m. Raffle drawing, part 1 6:30 p.m. Professional dance showcase (Kyle Solis and Kimberley Parker) 6:45 p.m. Raffle drawing, part 2, door prizes 7:00 p.m. Music and social party dancing
• I have kind and supportive coworkers. • I have the opportunity to fulfill my creative yearnings. • I earn a salary. • I attend networking events and professional meetings where I meet like-minded individuals who provide me with information and inspiration. • I wake up in the morning and have somewhere to go where my contributions are valued. • I am constantly learning on many levels. Who among us doesn’t think he or she is underpaid and overworked? Offices once staffed by many have downsized with more being done by fewer workers. Business hours can be long and demanding. Expressions of appreciation are often few and far between. Commuting is exhausting even before you hit the ground running. It’s easy to see why giving thanks in the workplace doesn’t come effortlessly.
Let’s take a look at another side of the proverbial coin. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the national unemployment rate has fluctuated between 5.7 and 5 percent in 2015. That doesn’t sound too bad now, does it? Somewhere between 94.3 and 95 percent of the population over the age of 16 is employed. Not so fast. Those numbers don’t take into account the long-term unemployed who are no longer counted or those who are working at lower paying jobs, “involuntary” part-time positions (working part-time due to economic conditions) and other diminished roles compared to their earlier careers. There are those referred to as “discouraged” workers who have stopped looking, and those who are considered “marginally attached.” So, do you and I think we have something to complain about? Tell that to the nearly 8 million people (Continued on page A20)
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unemployed nationally in October 2015, according to deptofnumbers.com/unemployment/us/. Reflecting on my gripes, it’s time for me to take a step back and reassess what I have to be grateful for during this month of Thanksgiving. I
add to my reasons for appreciation the opportunity to write this monthly column; to teach the adult learners I meet in Hofstra’s Continuing Education program; and to chat with the lovely woman who runs the coffee shop in my office building and her lightning-quick short order cook. As we enter the season of thanks
and giving, let’s all remember the needy who live among us. It doesn’t take a wad of cash to be a philanthropist. It simply takes awareness that you have something to give to make someone else’s life better. Mindy Wolfle, a member of Women Economic Developers of Long Is-
People In The News Jamie Stanco, president agency for more than 17and CEO of Melville-based years, said he is proud of Progressive Marketing Stanco's latest accomplishGroup, Inc., has been inment. ducted into Direct Market"Jamie has made tremening Association of Long Isdous contributions to his land’s Hall of Fame after 40 clients through his philosoyears of award-winning, crephy of client-centric strateative and direct marketing gic thinking and marketing," Jamie Stanco said Cucchi. "It's rewarding services. Stanco was honored at the to see DMALI recognizing not-for-profit's annual hall of fame him for his achievements in the award luncheon ceremony at UpSky marketing, branding and promotion Hotel in Hauppauge, where he was of so many regional, national and recognized by DMALI for his com- international organizations." mitment to direct marketing, innovative strategies and ethical pracLeslie Tayne, an attorney for tices. Melville-based financial law firm "It is a great privilege to be in- Tayne Law Group, P.C, recently reducted into the DMALI Hall of ceived the Professional Partnership Fame and to join the industry lead- Award from L.I Against Domestic ers who have received this presti- Violence of Central Islip during its gious honor. I'm in good company," Gatsby Gala at the Watermill in said Stanco. Smithtown. Tayne, of Melville, Progressive Marketing Group was recognized for her outstanding Vice President Gary Cucchi, who dedication to supporting women, has worked with Stanco at the children and pets affected by do-
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mestic violence. Linda Ottaviano, of Cold Spring Harbor, has been named to the new position of executive director of the Greater Long Island Running Club, Inc. In that capacity, and under the general direction of the president and executive board, she will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the club. She has served on the club’s staff since 1998, and was the club’s director of operations and secretary of the corporation. “Linda is an amazing woman and perhaps the single most important asset that our club has,” Mike Polansky, club president, said. “Working with me and the club for 18 years, she has proved her managerial skills and value to our organization time and time again.” Mary Caulfield, of Northport, has joined the faculty of Farmingdale State College as assistant professor of English and humanities.
Caulfield joins Farmingdale’s schools of Arts and Sciences following a teaching position at Trinity College, The University of Dublin, where she taught on subjects such as contemporary Irish drama and gender and performance. She holds a PhD in drama and theatre studies, also from Trinity College. She earned a master’s in dramatic literature and performance at New York University, and a B.S. in acting at Syracuse University. Caulfield has presented at numerous conferences, including those sponsored by the Irish Society for Theatre Research, the International Federation for Theatre Research and the American Conference for Irish Studies and published in numerous professional journals. Her research interests include Samuel Beckett studies, Shakespeare in context, and gender and identity in theatre and performance. She is a member of the Screen Actors Guild, and has performed on stage in New York and Dublin.
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THURSDAY Thanksgiving Day Run
Thursday, Nov. 26. Two runs will be held, a 1k “Family Fun Run” and a four-mile run. The 1k begins at 8:30 a.m. and the four-mile run at 9 a.m. Both runs begin at the American Legion Post 360 in Halesite (1 Mill Dam Road). Registration is $20 per runner before Nov. 10, $25 per runner afterwards, and $40 per runner on race day. The 1k entry fee is $7. Register online at townwidefund.org or day of race.
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Reckoning revels in the tunes of yesterday: The Dead, Phish, Bob Dylan, the Allman Bros and more. Join them at Beau’s Bar in Greenlawn (54 Broadway Avenue) on Friday, Nov. 27 at 10 p.m. to enjoy their fine music. Tickets are $5. Call 631-269-4302 for more information.
It’s A Wonderful Life
Be a Friend, Bring a Friend
Friday, Nov. 27 at 7 p.m. in the Northport Village Park at the end of Main Street. Live reindeer will be there from 4-7 p.m. There will be caroling by the Northport Chorale and a performance by DJ Tommy Bruno. Watch Santa arrive by firetruck and enjoy free hot chocolate and cookies.
SATURDAY
It’s A Wonderful Life Performed by the Township Theatre Group as a radio broadcast of the 1940’s, featuring sound effects, commercials and songs from era. The show will be performed on Dec. 5 at 8 p.m. and Dec. 6 at 2 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Huntington (109 Browns Road). Ticket info at townshiptheatregroup.org.
Coin, Stamp and Collectible Show
At the Catapano Engineering Hall (585 Broadhollow Road, Melville), Sunday, Nov. 29 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Buy, sell and trade coins, stamps, gold, silver, jewelry and more. For more info, call Georger Schultheis at 516-557-7096.
nesses that adhere to a policy of sustainability on Long Island. Tickets are $100 and sponsorship/ad opportunities are available. Go to sustainableli.org or call 516-873-0230 for more information.
UPCOMING & ONGOING
The Wolf-Cats
The Wolf-Cats play a blend of American roots music, including bluegrass, folk and blues Saturday, Nov. 28 at 7:30 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Huntington (109 Browns Road). Tickets are $15 for the public, $10 for seniors and students. For more information call 631-427-9547.
Huntington Holiday Parade
Rings in the holiday season with the lighted parade in Huntington Village Saturday, Nov. 28. The parade, featuring lighted firetrucks, floats and costumed characters begins at 6 p.m. marching from the Big H shopping center, north to Main Street and west to West Hills Road. Activities celebrate Small Business Saturday throughout the day.
SUNDAY American Indian Heritage Celebration
Celebrate American Indian Heritage Month at the Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum (301 Main Street) on Sunday, Nov. 29 from 1-3 p.m. Explore the native cultures of Long Island, and see the role American Indians played in the history of whaling. Craft an arrowhead keychain or necklace. The exhibit is free after paid admission. Members can craft for free, while the public pays $3. Call 631-3673418 for more information.
On Thursday, Dec. 3, join Santa Claus for a special reading at the Book Revue (313 New York Avenue, Huntington). The reading begins at 7 p.m. Call 631-2711442 for more information. At the Magic Circle Nursery School (1018 Pulaski Road, East Northport), 8:30-11:30 a.m on Saturday, Dec. 5. Come bring the whole family for a holiday treat filled with food, fun and vendors. Bring your camera to take a picture with Santa. $6 for adults, $3 for children. For more information call 631-754-5565.
Reckoning at Beau’s Bar
Northport Tree Lighting Ceremony
The Book of Kringle
Pancake Breakfast with Santa
FRIDAY
Membership special at the Heckscher Museum of Art (2 Prime Avenue, Huntington) lets you treat yourself and a friend to a renewing and contemplative time of viewing the exhibits. Present your membership card and get free admission for a friend, Friday, Nov. 27, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Hanukkah will begin that evening, which can make this concert the start of your celebration before you go home to light the first candle with your family. Ads can be purchased in the concert’s program. Ad deadline is Nov. 20. See shjc.org for more information.
MONDAY Lost Film Treasures
Filmmaker and historian Glenn Andreiev offers a behind the scenes look at his new documentary on “lost film,” the largely disregarded portion of film history that historians have worked to resurrect from what remains and present it to audiences for the first time in decades. Monday, Nov. 30, 7:30 p.m. at Cinema Arts Centre (423 Park Ave.) in Huntington. Members $10, public $15. Call 631-423-7610 for more information.
TUESDAY Christmas Workshop
The Centerport Garden Club is making wreaths to distribute to several locations around town. The workshop is Dec. 1, and the wreaths will be displayed beginning Dec. 2. Email info@centerportgardenclub.com for more information.
WEDNESDAY Sustainability All Star Awards
Wednesday, Dec. 2 from 5-7 p.m. at the Chateau at Coindre Hall (101 Browns Road, Huntington). Hosted by Sustainable Long Island, awarding busi-
Hebrew Reading Crash Course
A seven-week course on learning to read the Hebrew taught by Robin Guttman at The Chai Center, 501 Vanderbilt Parkway, Dix Hills. The courses are Mondays at 7 p.m. until Dec. 14; $50 per course, with a 10 percent discount for members. Registration is required at thechaicenter.com.
Kabbalah Course
The Chai Center (501 Vanderbilt Parkway., Dix Hills) is putting on a fiveweek course on Kabbalah, the Jewish tenets of mysticism. The course will talk about topics such as reincarnation, the soul and angels. Registration is required and costs $50. The course begins on Oct. 20 at 7:30 p.m. Call 631-351-8672.
Performed by the Township Theatre Group as a radio broadcast of the 1940’s, featuring sound effects, commercials and songs from the ‘40s. The show will be performed on Dec. 5 at 8 p.m. and Dec. 6 at 2 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Huntington (109 Browns Road). Tickets are $25 for the public, $20 for seniors and students. Call 631-213-9832 or visit townshiptheatregroup.org for more information and ticket purchases.
Chanukah at the Shops
Thursday, Dec. 10 at 6:30 p.m. Program includes lighting of a giant six foot menorah, unique children’s show, lively Chanukah music, delicious sufganiyot (jelly donuts), Chanukah gelt, dreidels, raffles and prizes for the children. At the Walt Whitman Shops (Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station). For more information, please call Chabad of Huntington (631) 385-2424 or log onto www.chabadofhuntington.com.
The Northport Nutcracker
Northport’s very own ballet, “Northport Nutcracker” a unique and inspiring performance of a holiday favorite. Performed by Posey Dance Repertory Company, sponsored by Dance Education Services of L.I. at Northport Middle School (11 Middleville Road) on Saturday, Dec. 12 at 4 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 13 at 2 p.m. Tickets available at www.tututix.com/poseyschool or call 855-222-2849. Lap Infants free, discounts for groups, seniors and children. Reserved seats, buy your tickets early.
A Sinatra Centennial
Meets weekly for six weeks Tuesdays, Nov. 17-Dec. 22 at the St. Anthony of Padua Parish (1025 5th Ave., East Northport) in the basement of the Trinity School. 2:30-3:30 p.m. Call 631-4994462, or 631-499-8130 to register.
The Rotary Club of Northport and Visiting Nurse Service of Suffolk benefit show for homeless veterans at the Northport Yacht Club (11 Bluff Point Road) presents Americaan Idol winner Sal Valentinetti singing the Sinatra songbook to celebrate the crooner’s 100th birthday. Saturday, Dec. 12, 2-5 p.m. Tickets are $75 per person, including an open bar, hors d’oeuvres, and desserts. Call 631-930-9310 for more information.
Lights of Hope Concert
Homes for the Holidays
General Bereavement Group
At the South Huntington Jewish Center (2600 New York Ave., Melville). A concert featuring Hazzan Brian Baruch Shamash, guest artists and the SHJC concert choir on Dec. 6 at 3:30 p.m.
The Society’s “Homes for the Holidays” is a self-guided tour of houses that are decorated for the holidays. Among the homes visited will be the “Wavehaus” in
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Fort Salonga, and a Queen Anne style house formerly owned by an oyster baron. The tour will be held from 12-4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 13. Pre-ordered tickets are $25 dollars for members and $30 for non-members. Tickets bought the day of are $30 for members and $35 for non-members. All ticket purchases are subject to a $1 processing fee. Call 631-757-9859 or go to northporthistorical.org to order tickets.
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MUSIC & DANCE Ol’ Blue Eyes The Rotary Club of Northport and Visiting Nurse Service and Hospice of Suffolk present a benefit show for homeless veterans featuring American Idol winner Sal Valentinetti in a centennial birthday salute to Frank Sinatra, Saturday, Dec. 12, 2-5 p.m. at Northport Yacht Club (11 Bluff Point Road). For ticket info call 631-930-9310.
AT THE LIBRARIES Cold Spring Harbor Library
95 Harbor Road, Cold Spring Harbor. 631-692-6820. cshlibrary.org. • Writers Workshop: Debra Peoples will lead 10 classes for new and seasoned writers. The Workshop runs until Dec. 7 every Monday from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. or 1-3 p.m. for the second session. Register at the information service desk, with a check for $90 payable to the Cold Spring Harbor library. Maximum of 10 students.
Commack Public Library
Hauppauge Road, Commack. 631-4990888. commack.suffolk.lib.ny.us. • What’s That Bird in My Backyard?: Join Sue Krause, President of the Four Harbors Audubon Society, as she describes the birds that frequent our yards during each of the seasons. Monday, Nov. 30. 6:30-8 p.m.
Deer Park Public Library
Lake Ave., Deer Park. 631-586-3000. deerparklibrary.org. • YA Movie and Pizza: “Jurassic World”: Friday, Nov. 27 1-3:15 p.m. Grades 612 only.
Elwood Public Library
3027 Jericho Turnpike, Elwood. 631499-3722. elwoodlibrary.org. Events are free and registration begins on Sept. 3 at 9:30 a.m. unless otherwise noted. • Fall Food Drive: During the month of November, the Elwood Public Library is hosting a fall food drive for Long Island Cares. Drop off boxes in the vestibule of the library. Non-perishable goods only. Call 631-499-3722 for more info. • Interactive Diabetes Info Sessions: Participants in the class will learn from a registered dietitian and registered nurse about diabetes management and prevention of complications, healthy eating, and other related topics. Registration required.Tuesdays, Nov. 10-Dec. 1, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Half Hollow Hills Community Library
Dix Hills: 55 Vanderbilt Parkway. 631421-4530; Melville: 510 Sweet Hollow Road, 631-421-4535. hhhlibrary.org. • 3D Printer at Dix Hills. Ready for you to print your own creations. STL, OBJ, or THING files may be e-mailed to hhh3dprinting@gmail.com for review. If designs meet library policy, you will get an appointment to print. For more information, call 631-498-1236. • Conversations in French: Join this fun group and practice speaking French in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. All levels are welcome. Tuesday, Dec. 1 5:30-7:30 p.m. (Melville)
Harborfields Public Library
Broadway, Greenlawn. 631-757-4200. harborfieldslibrary.org • Toddler Movie: “Dora Saves Fairytale Land” Friday, Nov. 27 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Huntington Public Library
Main branch: 338 Main St., Huntington. 631-427-5165. Station branch: 1335 New York Ave., Huntington Station. 631421-5053. thehuntingtonlibrary.org. • Emily & Vincent Ricciardi: Broadway, Opera and the Great American Songbook: Join the Ricciardis as they highlight some of the 20th century’s famous artists: Andrea Bocelli, Julie Andrews, Celine Dion and more. Registration is required. Sunday, Nov. 29 2-3:30 p.m. (Main branch) • Work on Campus by Susan Bird. Gallery runs from Nov. 29- Dec. 27. Artist’s reception: Sunday, Dec. 6 2-4 p.m.
Northport-East Northport Library
Northport: 151 Laurel Ave. 631-2616930. East Northport: 185 Larkfield Road. 631-261-2313. nenpl.org. • Snoopy Party for Ages 3 and Up: Enjoy a room full of crafts and games celebrating everyone’s favorite Peanuts characters. No registration required, but space is limited. Friday, Nov. 27 23 p.m. (Northport)
South Huntington Public Library
145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station. 631-549-4411. shpl.info. • Evening Book Discussion: The Rosie Project. Wednesday, Dec. 2 7 p.m.
THEATER & FILM Cinema Arts Centre
423 Park Ave., Huntington. cinemaartscentre.org. 631-423-7611. • “The Marriage of Figaro:” Nov. 29, 123:30 p.m. Members $10, public $15
John W. Engeman Theater
250 Main St., Northport. johnwengemantheater.com. 631-261-2900. • Miracle on 34th Street: Shows from Nov. 19-Jan. 3rd. See website for showtimes and ticket information. • Frosty: Shows from Nov. 28-Jan. 3rd. See website for showtimes and ticket information
MUSEUMS & EXHIBITS Art League of Long Island
107 East Deer Park Road, Dix Hills. Gallery hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. weekends. 631-462-5400. ArtLeagueLI.net. • Member’s Exhibition Part One: Through Nov. 29. An exhibit featuring about 200 works of art created by the
Art League’s members will be on display at the Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery. • 52nd Holiday Fine Arts and Crafts Fair: Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 5 and 6 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The fair is bringing more than 70 highly-skilled craftspeople and artists together under one roof for your holiday shopping pleasure.
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. 631-5495106. bjspokegallery.com. • “Holiday Salon of Fine Arts & Crafts” The gallery is providing a unique opportunity to acquire works of art by its member artists at special holiday prices. Runs from Nov. 27- Jan. 3
Heckscher Museum Of Art
2 Prime Ave., Huntington. Museum hours: Wednesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., first Fridays from 4-8:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission $6 for adults, $46/seniors, and $4-6/children; members and children under 10 get in free. 631351-3250. • “Street Life: PrivateMoments/Public Record” runs through March 27. Selected works from the permanent collection illustrate the urban experience and create a portrait of New York City in its daily life. Featured artists include Berenice Abbott, N. JayJaffee, Martin Lewis, John Sloan, Garry Winogrand.
Huntington Arts Council
Main Street Petite Gallery: 213 Main St., Huntington. Gallery hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday noon-4 p.m. 631-2718423. huntingtonarts.org. • “Members at Their Best” show runs from Dec. 4- Jan. 9
Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium
180 Little Neck Road, Centerport. Museum hours: Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday, 12-4 p.m. Grounds admission: $7 adults, $6 students with ID and seniors 62 and older, and $3 children 12 and under. Mansion tour, add $5 per person. 631-854-5555. vanderbiltmuseum.org. • Afternoon mansion tours begin in the courtyard of the historic house once owned by William K. Vanderbilt II. Tours are Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday for a $5 fee, in addition to the price of admission. Check the museum’s website for listing times.
Five Towns College Arts Center
Five Towns College, 305 N. Service Road, Dix Hills. Box Office: 631-6562148; dhpac.org. • You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown: Saturday, Dec. 5 at 11 a.m and 2 p.m. $10. Sunday, Dec. 6 at 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. $10
The Paramount
370 New York Ave., Huntington. 631673-7300. paramountny.com. All shows begin at 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted. • Get the Led Out: The American Led Zeppelin. Friday, Nov. 27. See website for ticket prices and info. • Dark Star Orchestra: Celebrating the Grateful Dead Experience: Saturday, Nov. 28. See website for ticket prices and info. • Scott Weiland and the Wildabouts featuring The Icarus Line:Sunday, Nov. 29. See website for ticket prices and info.
THEATER & FILM Walt Whitman Birthplace
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.
Thrift Shop Volunteer
Huntington Hospital Auxiliary Community Thrift Shop needs volunteers for merchandise pricing and floor work on Monday afternoons, Tuesday and Thursday mornings. 631-271-3143.
Artistically Gifted Needed
Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Commack seeks artistically gifted volunteers to partner with residents in a new program, “heART to heart,” aimed at helping people with varying levels of cognitive ability express themselves through art. Contact Judie at 516-931-5036 or jatlas1@optonline.net.
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 631-271-2183.
Eyes For The Blind
Suffolk County’s Helen Keller Services is looking for volunteers to visit blind individuals who are home-bound to socialize and aid in reading mail, possibly provide transportation. 631-424-0022.
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Coach Named To State Hall Of Fame By Andrew Wroblewski awroblewski@longislandergroup.com
Andrew “Andy” Athanas remembers the days when he was just learning the craft of being a basketball coach. “When I think about my first team, I remember we taught them an offense and they could only go to the right,” Athanas said with a laugh. “We were really novices.” That was 41 years ago. Since then, Athanas has spent 10 years at Huntington School District and the last 31 as the head coach of the Elwood-John Glenn girls varsity team. He’s won 352 games at Glenn, making him the fourth-winningest coach in Suffolk history, and he’s led the Lady Knights to one state, three Long Island and four county championships. On March 13, Athanas will add another accomplishment. He will be one of 10 coaches inducted into the Basketball Coaches Association of New York’s state basketball Hall of Fame as a member of its 2016 class. Athanas said he’s “proud” of the “amazing” honor. “It’s a good thing. I’m happy about it, obviously.” Athanas assembled his first team in 1974 at Huntington and kept coaching at various levels until the varsity spot opened up at Glenn in 1986. At Glenn, Athanas became a coach who “tried to set up situations where [the girls] can play basketball. I’m not a play guy – an Xs and Os guy. Offensively, I set up situa-
tions where kids can succeed and I think that’s the key to all of it.” And having the athletes to support such an offense, he added. “When you consider the run of great athletes that I’ve had, I’m a lucky man, let me tell you,” said Athanas, who grew up a basketball “addict” in Bayville and played junior varsity ball for Locust Valley High School. He has lived in East Northport for the past 40 years with his wife, Barbara. They have two children. He’s also had several influential figures during his coaching career, naming thre people in particular who “who helped me along the way and inspired me to keep going and keep coaching.” They are: Ron Cuppernul, a Huntington teacher who Athanas said was the first coach get him going and give him me confidence; Phil Robinson, who Athanas has worked with at Long Island Lutheran’s summer basketball programs, whose attitude and approach to the game Athanas adopted; and Bob Kratzski, formerly Huntington’s varsity girls basketball coach, who Athanas looked up to during his time coaching at Huntington. In 2005, Athanas and the Lady Knights were undefeated on their way to the state championship. Also that year, Glenn became just the second Suffolk public school ever to win the hyper-competitive Federation Tournament of Champions. The only other Suffolk school to do it was Wyandanch High School
in 1987, whose coach at the time, Warren Fuller, was one of two current hall-of-famers to nominate Athanas for the Class of 2016. The other is Northport varsity girls basketball coach Rich Castellano, a longtime friend. “Basketball-wise, he’s had a really great impact on John Glenn, on Elwood and he deserves to be in,” Castellano said Nov. 18, adding that Athanas is set to be the fourth Suffolk girls coach to be a state hall-of-famer. “I’ve seen his program get better and better as he’s gone along. It’s a testament to him and the time he puts in.” Athanas has also made friends at the Elwood school district. Louis Tuorto, the district’s athletic director for the last 14 years, said Athanas is “very dedicated and gives a lot of time to the players.” Athanas has also accrued several coach-of-the-year awards from various organizations, including BCANY; has worked summer camps, including one for ElwoodJohn Glenn that’s gone from a camp attended by dozens to more than 1,000 in 2015; and he’s been a volunteer for activities hosted by Suffolk Women’s Basketball Coaches Association. The coach will have one final shot at a championship when the Lady Knights begin their 20152016 on Nov. 28. He plans to retired at the end of the season. “He’s going to leave a very big void and it’s going to be difficult to replace him,” Tuorto said.
Elwood-John Glenn girls varsity basketball coach Andrew “Andy” Athanas, pictured during a Basketball Coaches Association of New York ceremony, will be inducted into the BCANY’s basketball hall of fame March 13, 2016. Athanas isn’t thinking about that now. He’s readying to lead a Glenn team that’s seeking its sixth straight appearance in the county finals. He’s hoping the Lady Knights’ season won’t end in the Suffolk championship game, as it has for the last three years, but rather with a New York Class A championship in March at Hudson Valley Community College. That would make Athanas’ life easier, after all, since the game is slated for the night before the hall of fame induction ceremony, which is just 50 miles away at the Glens Falls Civic Center. But coach said he isn’t ready to think about that just yet. “I’m more focused on what I’m going to do for practice this afternoon.”
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Friars Volunteer At Special Olympics Event
The St. Anthony’s High School hockey team volunteers at the Special Olympics New York Floor Hockey Champion’s Challenge on Nov. 8. The Friars traveled to Nassau Community College in Garden City where Special Olympics teams from all over the New York metropolitan area competed in the challenge to see who would advance to the regional round in March. St. Anthony’s players, families and friends help guide and encourage the players while some also served as score keepers.
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Coach, player will remember friendships, ‘family’ football, but being around each other,” said Lucarelli, who ran for two touchdowns in the loss. “We did everything we could and it was tough, but we’re family forever so it’s going to be alright.” This connection was something that stretched to Hills West’s coaching staff, head coach Kyle Madden said. “I tell them that sometimes, it’s funny, it seems like I’m not their coach, it’s like I’m their best friend and I truly believe that,” Madden said. “I’m proud of the guys, I love them to death.” He added, “Give all the credit to Newfield, they’re an amazing team. They have amazing individual players and they’re coached very. We gave them a battle.” The Colts did give the Wolverines a battle, and a bit of a scare. With less than two minutes remaining in the first half, Hills West senior defensive back Ed Gonzalez picked off a pass from Newfield quarterback Ryan Klemm and returned it for a touchdown. The score gave second-seeded Hills West a 20-18 lead, just the second time the top-seeded Wolverines trailed an opponent this season. The lead was ultimately shortlived, however. Newfield’s explosive offense, which averaged 41.9 points The Colts’ defensive line matches up with Newfield on Friday in the Suffolk championship game. per game before Friday’s matchup, Palumbo helped lead a Hills West responded with a 58-yard drive that front that pestered and put pressure ended in a 4-yard touchdown run on Newfield’s offense. with 20 second left in the half. The The young stars also shined for score began a span where Newfield Hills West. Offensive weapon (11-0) outscored the Colts 40-14 to Alexander Filacouris, a junior, end the game, which was played at made four catches for 78 years; junStony Brook University before a ior wide receiver Cameron Jordan crowd of more than 2,000. forced Newfield’s defenders into Along with Lucarelli and Gonzalez, several pass interference calls as they Hills West’s senior class made tried to keep the ball out of his impacts on both sides of the football. hands; and freshman Deyvon Lucas Digiorgi disrupted Wright made impacts as a defensive Newfield’s offense several times as back, running back and kick returner. a linebacker, but also lined up as a On defense, linebacker Dan Nam running back in the fourth quarter Kung and lineman Tyler Elmore when he ran for a 67-yard touch- helped keep pressure on Newfield. down on his first touch. Riley Forte The young group already has and Frank Pizzurro were also reli- Madden excited for next season. able receivers for Lucarelli and “It’s said to see the seniors go, kicker Ryan Barone kicked two but we have a lot of talent coming field goals in the first half to keep back,” he said. “As long as we do Hills West in the mix. the right things in the offseason, Junior offensive weapon Alexander Filacouris turns up field after shaking off a Defensively, nose guard James we’ll be back.” Newfield defender Friday at Stony Brook University.
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