Half Hollow Hills - 12/10/2015 Edition

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Restaurant Eyed For Defunct Warehouse Long islander News photo/Andrew Wroblewski

Scotto Brothers catering company is talks to lease the former Wonder Bread Hostess warehouse on Route 110 in Melville, pictured, where it wants to build a 248-seat “high-end” restaurant.

By Andrew Wroblewski awroblewski@longislandergroup.com

The Scotto Brothers catering company is in talks to lease the former Wonder Bread Hostess warehouse on Route 110 in Melville, where it wants to build a 248-seat “high-end” restaurant.

The proposed 11,769-square-foot restaurant would be located on a 1.975-acre parcel on the eastern side of the intersection of Broadhollow and Spagnoli roads.

The applicant, 569 Broadhollow Road LLC, whose principal is Greg DeRosa, requires a zone change and negative State Environmental Quality Review Act declaration from the Huntington Town Board in order to move forward. The town board was expect-

ed to vote on the proposal during Tuesday’s meeting, which occurred after deadline.

The proposed zone change encompasses two parcels neighboring the warehouse, an unoccupied 0.18acre parcel to the north and an office building to the south, which sits on a 3.25-acre plot that DeRosa also owns.

If approved, all three parcels would change from I-2 light industry district to C-6 general business district. Operation of the office building would not be affected by the zone change.

“We think it would be an asset to the Melville business district,” DeRosa said Monday. “It would certainly revitalize a blighted site currently in need of repair.”

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TOWN OF HUNTINGTON

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A New Chapter For Dance Studio

By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com

On Dec. 3, Jose and Marina Palacios danced for the first time publicly since Jose was diagnosed with cancer in June, after which he underwent strenuous radiation and chemotherapy treatments.

The occasion last week was the grand re-opening of Fred Astaire Dance Studio in Huntington Station, which the couple took over in July, and a celebration that the treatments worked and Jose is cancer-free.

“This party represents a new chapter we are starting, a new day (Continued on page A22)

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SPOTLIGHT

Jose and Marina Palacios, owners of the Fred Astaire Dance Studio in Huntington Station, perform the samba for the first time publicly since Jose’s cancer diagnosis.

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MELVILLE

Costco Rescinds Gas Station Proposal Long Islander News photo/Andrew Wroblewski

The Costco Wholesale Group has pulled a proposal that called for an automotive service station adjacent to its Melville location on Route 110, pictured.

The Costco Wholesale Corp. has pulled a proposal that called for an automotive service station adjacent to its Melville location on Route 110.

Costco applied for a zone change with the town, which it would have needed to move forward. Then Huntington Town Board slated a public hearing on the change for Tuesday’s meeting.

However, Craig Turner, the town’s planner on the project, said Monday that the town received a letter from Costco on Nov. 16 withdrawing the proposal. The board meeting occurred after deadline, but the public hearing was expected to be pulled from the agenda.

A Costco representative said Monday the company does not comment

on specific locations.

Costco’s proposal had called for a zone change of C-6 general business to C-11 automotive service station.

According to town code, C-11 zoning allows for service stations with gasoline pumps and storage tanks. It also allows for the retail sale of gasoline and other petroleum products, along with the sale of repair and replacement parts, and servicing and minor repairs.

The 2.33-acre property that Costco sought the zone change for is found south of the company’s Melville location on Broad Hollow Road. Town records show the property is owned by FMP Holdings LLC in Farmingdale.

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DIX HILLS

As a Dix Hills resident, Suffolk County Legislator Steve Stern has noticed the achievements of the Dix Hills Fire Department, with its numerous life-saves by the Rescue Squad, 13 major house fires and the success of its "Cyanokit" program.

As a result, Stern wanted to honor a member that personified the year’s successes. After consulting with Chief Robert Fling, they determined that all of the members who responded to the Kenmore Street house fire deserved to be honored.

On April 4, firefighters responded to a home on Kenmore Street, and were met with heavy fire, dense smoke, and reports of a victim

trapped.

Initial responding units launched an aggressive interior search and located an unconscious elderly man in a rear hallway. The victim was found in cardiac arrest, and he wasn’t breathing due to smoke inhalation.

Immediately upon exiting the building, Dix Hills EMT’s started CPR and treatment with a “Cyanokit,” restoring a normal heartbeat and breathing prior to arrival at the hospital, and saving his life.

As a result of their team work and life-saving actions on that night, Stern awarded all of the responding firefighters and EMTs with a county proclamation .

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Stern Honors Dix Hills Fire Department

Third Assistant Chief Joe Williamson, First Assistant Chief Tom Napolitano, Legislator Steve Stern, Second Assistant Chief Alan Berkowitz and Department Chief Robert Fling.

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DIX HILLS

Suffolk Police Officer Delivers Baby Girl

By Carl Corry ccorry@longislandergroup.com

was in labor. Officer Gerard Maxim and Officer Jonathan Murray, who was driving patrol vehicle No. 221, also responded to the scene. Murray assisted the mother in delivering a healthy baby girl at 2:21 a.m.

The Dix Hills couple and their baby girl were transported via Huntington Community First Aid Squad to Huntington Hospital.

A Suffolk County police officer helped deliver a baby girl in Dix Hills on Dec. 2 after police another officer responded to a vehicle stopped on the side of the road on Deer Park Avenue.

Second Precinct Patrol Officer Joseph Ferro was on patrol when he spotted the vehicle, just south of Jericho Turnpike, at 2:08 a.m. Ferro was told by the driver that his wife, 32,

Suffolk County Second Precinct Police Officer Jonathan Murray delivered a baby girl in Dix Hills last week.

TOWN OF HUNTINGTON

By Andrew Wroblewski awroblewski@longislandergroup.com

A Suffolk Supreme Court judge has thrown out a lawsuit against the Town of Huntington filed by opponents of the Seasons at Elwood, a proposed 256-unit senior housing development for which the town board had approved a zone change last year.

A group of six plaintiffs from across the town filed an Article 78 preceding in September 2014 after the town board approved the zone change a month prior, allowing the 55-and-over community planned for the 37-acre Oak Tree Dairy property in East Northport to move forward.

The plaintiffs alleged across seven causes of action that the town board’s action constituted illegal spot zoning; that the town violated State Environmental Quality Review Act; and that the town did not take “a hard look” at the potential environmental impact of the zone change.

In a ruling dated Nov. 24, judge Joseph C. Pastoressa sided in favor of the town and two co-defendants, Garden City-based developer BK Elwood LLC and property-owner Oak Tree Farm.

“Based upon the facts in the record and the relevant law, the court finds that the respondent Town Board complied with the substantive requirements of SEQRA in that it

Rendering by Robert M. Swedroe Architects

Judge Throws Out Seasons Lawsuit

A rendering depicts one of 43 residential buildings proposed to be built as part of the Seasons at Elwood, a 256-unit senior housing development planned for the 37-acre Oak Tree Dairy property in East Northport. identified the relevant areas of environmental concern with regard to the proposed rezoning, took a hard look at them and made a reasoned elaboration of the basis of its determination,” Pastoressa’s decision reads.

As for the rezoning of the property, Pastoressa found that the plaintiffs did not “establish a clear conflict with the comprehensive plan [of the town]” and therefore “the zoning classification must be upheld.”

Pastoressa added that while population density of the neighborhood would be increased by the development, a “sizable portion” of the property would be preserved “as open land, provide senior housing and provide a number of affordable units.

“Thus the determination to rezone the subject property was in compli-

ance with the overall policies outlined in the comprehensive plan.”

Jan Burman, president of Garden City-based Engel Burman Group, parent company of BK Elwood, said Dec. 1, “We’re very happy with the decision. We think it’s an appropriate decision. Now we can start to move forward.”

Added Huntington spokesman A.J. Carter: “We look forward to construction of a development that will serve our senior population and provide tax benefits for the entire community.”

Wendi Herman, the lawyer representing the plaintiffs, said Dec. 1 that she is “very disappointed” with the decision and that the plaintiffs are “contemplating an appeal.”

“I think we were very thorough with what we put before the judge,

but I don’t think he addressed it all in the way that he should of. We’re very disappointed. It’s a very important issue to Elwood, obviously, since something of this scale has never been done in this hamlet and we did not feel that it was appropriate to be done in this particular location.”

The Seasons at Elwood proposal was first introduced in March 2012 and has been the cause of public dispute ever since. Public hearings held at Huntington Town Board meetings have drawn both vocal supporters and opponents. Pastoressa’s ruling noted that Huntington received 7,700 letters and emails regarding Seasons from residents prior to a June 17, 2014 public hearing. There were 2,700 in support and 5,000 against, the decision said.

BK Elwood first proposed 482 units before reducing the total multiple times over a two-year period.

By July 2014, it trimmed the size of the Seasons at Elwood to 256 units spanning 43 residential buildings.

In order to begin construction at the Oak Tree Dairy property, which is on Elwood Road to the southeast of Elwood-John Glenn High School and northwest of Elwood Park, developer BK Elwood must go before the Huntington Planning Board for site plan approval and building permits. Burman said he’s hoping to get approval within “the next few months.”

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POLICE REPORT Compiled by Chris Mellides

’Tis The Season

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Have Respect For UPS…I was sitting in

Wonderful Life,” a story about counting our blessings, and “Miracle on the office and directly outside my window two 34th Street,” which tells a tale men were displaying how everyone feels on a about a man spread hope and Monday morning. A man drivfaith to others. I’m no Steven ing a BMW SUV was scream- IN THE KNOW Spielberg, but ask anyone and ing at a UPS man over a parkWITH AUNT ROSIE these are the go-to holiday ing space. I only got bits and movies for the Christmas seapieces, but apparently the UPS man was blockson. Oh and one more thing: ing a parking space that BMW man had his eye don’t forget the eggnog. on. I understand it’s Monday, and we’re all in a rush, but don’t scream at the UPS man. It’s a Construction Congestion…On my way to rough time of year for our devoted delivery perwork Friday morning, I came to a quick stop sonnel and the last thing they need is someone crossing over E. Jericho Turnpike onto Park yelling at them. Better yet, handle a frustrating Ave. Sitting idle in front of the police station, situation like a mature adult. He could be the several thoughts crossed my mind: Was there an same guy who could be bringing your presents accident? Are there thousands of people headfrom a loved one. ing into Huntington village? Or does everyone Christmas Movie List…In the spirit of the feel like driving slow today? I’m an old bird, but even I drive the speed limit. Inching closer holiday season, it’s time to snuggle up on the and closer to our source of frustration, alas, it couch with a fuzzy blanket and warm socks, a was construction, with workers stopping one giant bowl of popcorn, a cup of hot chocolate wave of traffic so that the other could pass. and start checking off those Christmas movies Here’s another question: Why do they cut the we love so much. For some of you who want to trees in all different directions on Park Avenue? get in on this holiday tradition, I’ve got the inI understand that they want to avoid falling side scoop on the perfect Christmas movies to limbs, but heck, many of the cut trees turn out watch. Now, majority of my movies are on just gruesome. videotape, but I’m sure you can do your renting on…what’s it called? Netflix? Anyway, if (Aunt Rosie wants to hear from you! If you you’re looking for something funny, you can’t have comments, ideas, or tips about what’s hapgo wrong with “Elf,” Dr. Seuss’ “How the pening in your neck of the woods, write to me toGrinch Stole Christmas” or “Home Alone.” I’m day and let me know the latest. To contact me, not a big Will Ferrell fan, but watching him lay drop a line to Aunt Rosie, c/o The Long-Islander, in an elf-size bed always makes me laugh. Then 14 Wall Street, Huntington NY 11743. Or try the of course there’s the classics, including “It’s a e-mail at auntrosie@longislandergroup.com)

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Police arrested an 18-year-old Dix Hills man on Commack Road in Commack Dec. 4 at 11:20 p.m. on charges of allegedly possessing cocaine and and two types of controlled substances for which did not have a prescription.

Cops: Man fled Scene After Accident A 58-year-old Dix Hills man was arrested Dec. 3 in Huntington for allegedly sideswiping another vehicle in his 2011 Jeep on Nov. 19 at 10 p.m. on New York Avenue and Old Country Road.

Binoculars Swiped Police received a report that someone stole binoculars from an unlocked 2012 Toyota pickup on Concord Street between 5 a.m. Nov. 30 and the time the report was made the following day.

Money Taken Someone came through an open door at a Pine Hill Lane residence in Dix Hills and stole money on Dec. 1, according to a police report.

Big Gulped A man stole drinks and snacks from the 7-Eleven at 613 Broadhollow Road on Dec. 2 at around 11:49 a.m.

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A total of 17 Half Hollow Hills school district students and three Dix Hills residents will perform in Frank Ohman’s New York Dance Theatre production of “The Nutcracker” at Hofstra University Dec. 18-20. Front row, kneeling: Alexis Pelis, Anna Tang, Aviva Hellman and Galina Hellman; middle row: Mariela Dockery, Alexis McCray, Kaylee Kuhr and Carina San Jose; Amanda San Jose, Emily Gershowitz, Alana Papa, Priya “Tea” Perez and Ciara Morgan. Not pictured are Sarah Leder, Helen Papa, Angel Perez, James Stucchio, Adrianna Stucchio, Jaileen Vargas and Emily Yong.

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Students, Residents Take To The Stage In Ohman’s ‘Nutcracker’ Seventeen students from the Half Hollow Hills district, all hailing from the Ohman School of Ballet in Commack, and three Dix Hills residents will appear as cast members in Frank Ohman’s 34th season of “The Nutcracker” at Hofstra University.

The students are Carina San Jose, Anna Tang and Alexis Pelis, of Vanderbilt Elementary; Aviva Hellman and Galina Hellman of Signal Hill Elementary; Mariela Dockery of Otsego Elementary; Emily Gershowitz, Alexis McCray and Emily Yong of West Hollow Middle School; Kaylee Kuhr, Sarah Leder and Adrianna Stucchio, of Paumanok Elementary; Amanda San Jose of Candlewood Middle School; Ciara Morgan, Priya Perez and Jaileen Vargas, of High School East; and Alana Papa of High School West.

Dix Hills resident Helen Papa will perform the leading role of “Frau Silberhaus,” while residents Angel Perez and James Stucchio will play the roles of “Party Scene Parents.”

In all, a cast of 80 will bring the classic holiday story to life on the stage of the John Cranford Adams Playhouse.

Ohman’s production is the largest of its kind on Long Island, with added music, scenes, and dances, and it is the only production performed in the tradition of New York City Ballet’s Lincoln Center version.

Show times are Dec. 18 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., and Dec. 19-20 at 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. Tickets are available at OhmanBallet.org or by calling 631-462-0964. Tickets for the 2 p.m. show Dec. 18 are available at half-price.

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Opinion ‘Not the types set up by the printer return their impression, the meaning, the main concern.’

Don’t Rush Bistro Bill A proposed change that would create a downtown areas, it probably would renew category in town code to allow small- quire application to the town zoning board er food service shops to double the num- of appeals to allow use of public parking ber of seats and serve beer and wine is be- lots. The zoning board has a long history ing considered by the town board. The of allowing such uses, and parking denew “bistro” classification would apply to mands during peak use hours can be berestaurants such as pizzerias and small yond capacity. That hurts existing busicoffee shops of under 2,500 square feet. nesses.

Currently, such eateries are limited to 15 The town has worked to address the isseats and cannot serve alcosue. On the recommendation of EDITORIAL its parking committee, it put in holic beverages.

Under the new classificaplace new parking fees and tion, bistros would be allowed one seat for hours that encourage drivers to park outevery 65 square feet, up to a maximum of side core areas of the village. It increased 38, and would be permitted to apply to the the fines for parking violations. And it has state for liquor licenses. issued an RFP seeking proposals to conThe legislation would create economic sider building structured parking to inopportunity for many small businesses, crease capacity on existing lots. and as such, it is something we would supHowever, until a long-term strategy is in port. However, questions over its potential place, anything that potentially increases impact on areas facing parking issues – demands on parking is not good for busispecifically, Huntington village – are a big ness. concern.

At the very least, detailed analysis is True, the law would still require that needed to measure potential impacts both businesses meet parking requirements. In in the village and throughout the town.

To The Editor: As a retailer in the village of Huntington, I think it is high time that we address the fact that the "powers that be" are either completely insensitive or just plain unaware of the needs of the retail establishments in his town.

After the debacle of this past Small Business Saturday, I can no longer remain silent. Why is it that on a

day that should have been about the enjoyment of shopping locally and supporting small businesses, it seems our town government did everything possible to distract from and even impede shopping in the village?

Having a parade, and a street fair with live music and food vendors sounds like a party and is certainly fun, but it has nothing to do with shopping. Then the town closes some streets and prohibits parking!

Well, no wonder our loyal customers avoided town

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done anything to promote or foster retail in our town.

Parades and events are wonderful, and they bring importance and excitement to our town. But they should be timed and held on days and in areas that benefit all, not just a select few.

It would be very much appreciated if someone on our town board thought even a little bit about the small stores that work every day to offer services and goods that enhance the quality of life here along with adding a great deal of character to our town.

LESLIE SALANT Owner Sedoni Gallery Huntington

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like the plague. What should have been the start of our holiday retail season turned into a frustrating and disappointing day. Between the interminable difficulties with parking, the new meters that are universally hated, and the over abundance of street closures, Huntington is clearly not concerned with the survival of retail businesses in town. People no longer think of Huntington village as a great place to shop -- not because we don't have charming shops, but specifically because our local politicians have not

No To Parking Garage On New Street A few years back, there was discussion related to the erection of a parking garage in the New Street parking lot. At that time, there was an overwhelming turnout of citizens speaking against such an action.

The lot has been expanded since then with the acquisition of the property of a former restaurant.

In order to compensate for all the parking spaces in

the lots, one would need to construct a monstrous facility. Then, the town suggests retail shops beneath the building. No. No. No. There is no need for more retail, bars, banks or restaurants in the village. Patronize the facilities already here. In this age of cyber shopping, there is no need for more competition.

Since the first garage proposal, there have been several building fires of questionable origin in the village. Reconstruction of these has resulted in the addition of extra stories and apartments. Now, I am reading of requests for approval of a variance to use the New Street lot for parking for a yet to be constructed apartment complex.

I question whether the same promoters regarding a parking garage in the past are still involved.

What is there to gain except a lot of chaos and possibly an invitation for crime?

I suggest town officials you remember it is Huntington village, in the Town of Huntington. Please do not commence to rob it of its charm and citify it!

FRAN LUNDSTROM Huntington

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Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano announced that the police department is adding rifles and training to better prepare against terrorism situations.

Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano and Acting Police Commissioner Thomas Krumpter announced that the Nassau County Police Department has purchased new rifles and is training law enforcement officers with enhanced rifle skills in preparation for an active shooter or act of terrorism, similar to what we have seen in recent events.

Currently, the NCPD’s Bureau of Special of Operations and the Emergency Services Unit are armed with rifles. The county will also supply training and rifles to the Special Investigations Squad, CIRT, Robbery Squad, Electronics and approximately 100 members of patrol throughout the county.

Mangano stated, “While we hope the day never comes, the Nassau County Police Department is continually training and preparing officers to combat active shooters and acts of terror. To enhance response capabilities, additional Nassau County Police Officers are being trained and outfitted with powerful rifles that are capable of hitting their targets from long range distances.”

This past Sunday, the NCPD staged Anti-Terror Drills at Nassau

Community College in Garden City and New York Institute of Technology in Old Westbury. This multiple location exercise included four Village Police Departments (Hempstead, Garden City, Old Westbury and Old Brookville) and the state police. The exercise included an evaluation of initial response, resource deployment, incident command/management, communication coordination, inter-agency coordination, intelligence integration, medical response and investigative actions.

“The Nassau County Police Department prides itself on having some of the most well respected and professional law enforcement officers,” said Krumpter. “To that end, it is imperative that we continue to provide them with the tools and training they need to help keep Nassau one of the safest counties in the nation. Sadly, we realize that acts of terror and active shooters are a reality but residents should rest assure that our Asset Forfeiture Intelligence Unit works around the clock to monitor any possible threats, our officers are continually training and we are providing them with the resources and technology needed.”

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Life&Style Photos Courtesy of Heckscher Museum Long Islander News Photo/Chris Mellides

Above: The 1972 “Lady Madonna” by Audrey Flack was a gift to the Heckscher Museum of Art Dr. of Dr. and Mrs. Samuel S. Mandel. Courtesy of the Louis K. Meisel Gallery & Audrey Flack. Topleft: “Black Mountain #6” was created in 1948 by Elaine de Kooning and is part of the Heckscher Museum of Art collection. Bottom left: Rhoda Sherbell’s sculpture, “Aaron Copland,” in 1976, was a gift of Dr. Mark Weinstein and Susan Honig Weinstein.

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Collection Showcases Female Artists Over Centuries

By Chris Mellides cmellides@longislandergroup.com

The “You Go Girl! Celebrating Women Artists” exhibition launched Dec. 5 at the Heckscher Museum and showcases more than 50 examples of artwork by female artists active from the 19th century to today.

Pulled from the museum’s permanent collection, the gallery includes contributions from a variety of artists.

Including some local to Long Island, like the 1970s pattern painter Dee Shapiro from Great Neck, and Westbury resident Rhoda Sherbell, known for her public monuments and garden sculptures.

Heckscher museum curator Lisa Chalif said 2015 marks the museum’s 95th anniversary year, and with over 100 female artists in the museum’s collection, choosing a theme to showcase their worked

seemed like a good idea.

“It was just an interesting way of looking at a group of material in our collection in a way that we haven’t presented it before,” Chalif said.

In the 1970s, there was a group of exhibitions at Heckscher that focused on the different aspects of contemporary art and there was a women’s artist show that was part of that group, according to Chalif, who also said that she doesn’t believe the museum

has ever focused an exhibition on female artists in its collection before.

Throughout history female artists faced challenges when it came to obtaining the same level of art education that was afforded to their male colleagues, and would often need to compete vigorously for recognition in a male-dominated industry, according to Chalif.

“It’s certainly true that for most of (Continued on page A9)

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The Nation’s Military Musical Tradition

By Henrietta Shavran Military music is a tradition long ingrained in the culture of human society. From ancient times, trumpet calls, drums and other musical instruments have followed and sustained land and naval actions.

In 1798, by an act of Congress, the first official military band, the U.S. Marine Corps Band, was formed. It was established to perform for the president and for the commandant of the Marine Corps.

In 1801, the band performed for the first time at the White House for President John Adams and, in 1803, it performed at the presidential inauguration of Thomas Jefferson.

During the 19th century, the band grew in stature and traveled around the country to perform for military

and patriotic events.

Among the many conductors who gave prominence to the band was John Philip Souza, who composed many marches for the band in the 1880s and made the band a household name.

More recently, the band’s director was John Williams, a versatile composer and former conductor of the Boston Pops Orchestra.

The President’s Band, as it is known today, gave rise to marching bands for all the other branches of our military and the creation of the anthems for each of them.

The opening lines of the Marine Corps’ anthem, “From the halls of Montezuma to the shores of Tripoli,”

were written to commemorate an important maritime event in the history of the Marine Corps. When Jefferson became president, he faced a problem with ongoing piracy on the north shore of the Mediterranean Sea that included pirates from Tunisia, Algeria, and Tripoli, known as the Barbary Coast.

These states practiced piracy, attacking merchant ships.

They demanded and received huge annual tributes from many nations including the United States.

Jefferson decided to stop this practice and sent Commander William Bainbridge on the 36-gun warship, the U.S.S. Philadelphia, to blockade the port of Tripoli. Unfor-

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tunately, the ship ran aground in shallow water at the port while chasing a smaller craft, and he had to surrender his ship.

Another commander, Stephen Decatur, who, with his 60 men captured a Barbary ketch, sailed alongside the Philadelphia, disguised as Arabs, received permission to tie up next to the Philadelphia, and quickly recaptured the ship. The ship had been too badly damaged to rescue and Commander Decatur had no choice but to blow it up and let it sink to the bottom of the waters. The Americans escaped on the captured ketch. Eventually, Bainbridge and his crew were released after paying a huge ramson.

Thus, the event remains in our American memories through the musical anthem of the United States Marine Corps. And this also continues the tradition of the American military marching band.

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history, women artists had a hard time gaining education,” Chalif said.

“It was not until late in the 19th century that women artists gained admittance to the art schools and the art academies.”

The Heckscher curator explained that women were much more likely to work in textiles and ceramics creating applied decorative art rather than focusing their energies on the fine arts like men.

During the early 1900s, women had more of an opportunity to express themselves artistically and were placed in a position where gaining notoriety for their artful contributions was closer to grasp, yet issues with equality were still prevalent.

“At the end of the 19th century, more women gained acceptance to academies and formal art education, although there still were a lot of conventions that prevented them from gaining the full training that a male colleague might have,” Chalif said.

She added, “An example of this was that females could not study from the male nude in their life drawing classes, and that was a period in time in which depictions of the human figure was considered the highest art achievement.”

Recognizing the strength of female artists and their individual contributions to the fine arts, the Huntington Arts Council weighed in on the “You Go Girl!” exhibit at the Heckscher Museum.

“West Street” in 1936 was photographed by Berenice Abbott and was a gift to the museum of Morton Brozinsky.

“As part of our mission, the Huntington Arts Council always encourages and supports exhibits that feature the work of a variety of talented artists,” said Marc Courtade, executive director at the Arts Council.

“The fact that the current "You Go Girl!" Exhibit at the Heckscher is recognizing female artists through histo-

ry is a great way to highlight the impact of women in art and culture. It should be a terrific display of work,” he added.

Chalif hopes that the “You Go Girl!” exhibit will resonate with museumgoers and while presented with career obstacles in the past, there’s no time like the present to reflect on the

perseverance of these notable female artists.

“Many of these artists did experience challenges related to the fact that they were women artists rather than male artists,” Chalif said. “The works that we do have are wide-ranging in theme and style and have no doubt made a significant impact.”

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The Bogmen: Long Island’s Own Indie Rockers SPOTLIGHT

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The Bogmen reached critical acclaim with their debut record “Life Begins at 40 Million” released shortly after they signed with Arista Records in 1995.

The 13-song LP was produced by keyboardist and guitar player Jerry Harrison of Talking Heads fame and boasted their most popular single, “Suddenly,” which sold the band to a young audience eager to hear something new. After the music video for the track made it on MTV’s regular showing cycle, the Bogmen were on their way.

“We went from two guys splitting a bagel and dumping a bunch of garlic powder all over it to make it feel more robust, to getting flown firstclass to meet with producers,” said Bogmen singer Billy Campion, a Huntington native. “We always felt that it was destiny.”

Tensions mounted during the

recording of the record, which Campion regarded as problematic due to technical mishaps and an end sound too polished to capture the band’s live performance grit, which Campion claims is when the Bogmen sound best.

While “Life Begins at 40 Million” briefly registered on Billboard’s “Heatseeker” charts, and sold around 50,000 copies, it missed the mark when it came to radio play and rotation and it wasn’t long before Arista started to distance itself from the band, Campion said.

The Bogmen would go on to release their sophomore album, “Closed Captioned Radio” in 1998, but it failed to impress critics and ultimately led to the band’s breakup, which was compounded by the lead singer’s substance abuse problem.

“When you’re sort of not with it, your ego can get out of hand,” Campion said. “There was bitterness and we had had it with each other.”

In 2001, when the World Trade Towers fell, Bogmen founding member Brendan Ryan lost his wife, who was killed in the terrorist attack.

“Immediately, all of the problems that we had [disappeared],” Campion

The Bogmen will perform at The Paramount on Dec. 19. said. “The love comes, and then you realize just how much you love some people, and when something like that happens, it just really brings that out of you.”

Shortly after the attack, the band

reunited for a benefit concert at Irving Plaza, which resulted in the release of the live album "Love at Irving Plaza, 2001.”

In 2010, the band released an EP (Continued on page A22)

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TOWN OF HUNTINGTON

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The Northport Village Board of Appeals has shot down a plan by the owners of Skipper’s Pub to build seasonal rooftop dining above the restaurant.

In a Nov. 19 decision, the board unanimously said the application by Skipper’s owners Paul and Marie Gallowitsch -- which proposed 109 rooftop seats and a bar over Skipper’s and adjoining buildings over a total of 2,750 square feet -- didn’t have enough proof to justify a variance on the village’s requirement that expansions provide more offstreet parking. The board also said rooftop dining is not a permitted use in the zoning district.

“My clients and I are extremely disappointed in the decision of the zoning board of appeals and we think the case clearly should have been granted,” said attorney Christopher Modelewski, who represented Skipper’s.

The pub, located at 34 Main St., has been owned by the Gallowitsch

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The Northport Village Zoning Board of Appeals denied the application for a variance that would allow Skipper’s Pub in Northport to build seasonal rooftop dining. family since 1978.

The $400,000 proposal was initially announced at the zoning board public hearing in July, drawing the attention from members of the community, and brought up again at another zoning board meeting in September.

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of the existing legal sidewalk dining and put it on the roof,” Modelewski said.

“It’s basically a parking issue right in the heart of downtown and it would be unfair,” said George Doll, mayor of the village, adding that he agrees with the decision made by the zoning board. “[Skipper’s] would be more than doubling their capacity at the expense of parking for other already established restau-

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Many who were in favor of the proposal expressed that the Gallowitsches have been loyal supporters of village initiatives, while others were concerned about the possible issues of noise parking, according to the zoning board decision.

Modelewski said “there are no future plans at this point” to pursue another rooftop dining plan at Skippers.

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Southdown Coffee has an online store, and offers occasional home brewing classes and coffee tastings.

Southdown Coffee Is Moving On Up

By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com

For a fresh start to a long day, Southdown Coffee in Huntington has got you covered, with organic coffee and high-quality ingredients for egg sandwiches and burritos.

“I’m just very passionate about the product,” said owner Mark Boccard, 32. “I get really excited to come in and roast and taste every single coffee we’re serving.”

Selling high-grade specialty coffee from seven or eight importers, Southdown gets its grinds from farms in Honduras, Colombia and Kenya, said Boccard, of Huntington, adding that the Costa Rican coffee called Magdalena Vega is a trending brew.

Committed to providing pork with no growth hormones, serving a steak burrito carne asada with grass-fed beef, Southdown also uses cage-free organic eggs from Raleigh’s Poultry Farm Inc. in Kings Park and gets its milk from Battenkill Valley Creamery in up-

state Salem, New York.

Southdown also sells products from local vendors, such as pastries and baked goods from Huntington’s Fiorello Dolce, Hometown Bake Shop, and Reinwald’s Bakery, and full-press juices from Om Organics Grab & Go, also in Huntington.

Southdown is open 6 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday-Thursday and 7 a.m.-7 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

“Somebody’s in here early at crack of dawn to get the coffee brewing…and then people trickle in,” said Boccard, who is overlooking about 10 employees. “It takes a lot of work.”

The shop, located at 210B Wall St., has been open for more than a year. Boccard said he wanted to open in Huntington because the town lacked a good specialty coffee roaster.

“I wanted to do something good for the whole town and it seemed like it could fill the void,” Boccard said.

The holiday season is the busiest time of year for the 700-square-foot

shop, which sells cups of regular coffee at $2 and sandwich items at less than $10.

“I think we’re reaching full mass just with building month by month for the first year,” Boccard said.

In addition, Southdown offers and online store and occasionally offers home brewing classes and coffee tastings.

“This year, the goal is to really expand wholesale and distribute to as many bakeries, diners, supermarkets,” Boccard said.

Recently, Boccard made plans with Patrick Nolan, owner of Raquette River Baking Co., to sell his product at the Book Revue’s new Café Revue, which is set to open in January.

“I’m excited for that,” Boccard said. “Patrick is a great baker, so he’s going to take over that space and put our coffee in there. Should be a win-win.”

After that, Boccard hopes to continue to spread his product, specifically in Huntington.

“I love the customers [and] serv-

Mark Boccard, owner of Southdown Coffee, stands next to the shops 12kilogram capacity roaster. ing a community is really special, especially out here,” Boccard said.

“People are really rooted, so already I feel like we have such a deep regular customer base that’s not going to change.”

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BUSINESS Be Careful To Avoid The Adjusted Figures Realm

By Peter J. Klein When it comes to investing, I have been in the caution camp. It has served my client’s well, as we were able to add to our equity positions at the August lows, based largely on the notion that a zero-interest-rate policy scenario, when unwound, will show pockets of misallocated capital.

My thesis is focused on the fact that the unwinding of such a massive (globally, still adding fuel to the fire) experiment in monetary stimulus will not go smoothly. That there are certain to be hiccups, maybe even more than just a hiccup, along the way.

As a steward, I take my fiduciary duty to heart, and as such, will always look at what could go wrong rather than the rosy-glasses, throw caution-to-the-wind crowd.

By my reading of the proverbial tea leaves, current investor complacency suggests that the caution trade is not front-of-mind for investors today.

In fact I have come across this curious circumstance. It seems that earnings (net income—you know the stuff that companies yield after they pay all of their expenses), well, these are no longer important in many investors’ minds today. We have entered into the “adjusted figures” realm.

Feels like I have seen this “change

in metric” movie before, and the ending was not good. Recall the late ‘90s tech boom when analysts were no longer interested in earnings or even revenues, but eye balls and clicks. Or in 2006-2007, when housing figures were growing to the moon, without any care of how these mortgages were going to be repaid. Or more recently when the mantra switched to “cash is trash” and the TINA trade (there is no other alternative – but stocks). Each market has its mojo juice—our job, as serious investors, is to see between the trees and look for value that others are missing.

Case in point—a recent study highlighted this issue of adjusted numbers rather than good-old earnings: • The Analyst’s Accounting Observer, in a recent report, noted that 334 companies in the S&P 500 reported non-GAAP earnings last year, up from 232 in 2009. The dollar amount of these adjustments amounted to $132 Billion last year, more than double from 2009.

• What does “adjusted” mean?

What are they adjusting for? Well it comes down to taking out expenses (which of course inflate earnings).

Expenses like amortization (costs related to acquisitions), stock-based compensation and legal settlements.

Now doesn’t that strike you as cherry-picking? It’s like saying, “My portfolio performance is good if you take out this bad position or that one.”

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Happy Holidays From The Chamber As 2015 comes to a close, we begin a new year filled with hope and opportunity. The Huntington Chamber would like to wish each of you, your colleagues and families the best of the holiday season. We extend our warmest wishes for a new year willed with warmth and happiness.

This is the perfect time to reflect on the past year’s challenges that were overcome, accomplishments and the goals we hope to achieve.

In 2015, the chamber was proud to celebrate 90 years of service to the Huntington community.

Along with a big anniversary, the Chamber hosted many successful events made possible with the support of our board, membership, sponsors and the Huntington community. Together we continue to work hard, embrace change and seek innovative solutions to conduct

business and support sustainable initiatives. The programs and events coordinated by the chamber, are designed to support local business, provide knowledge and advance prosperity within Huntington and the membership. The chamber’s focus is on advocacy, education, networking and business development for our members.

The chamber is busy planning effective programs to support our members with their businesses in 2016. Please visit huntingtonchamber.com to learn about events and sign up for the eNewsline to get all the latest updates.

During this festive and busy season don’t forget to support the local merchants in our community and shop local for your holiday needs.

Cheers to a new year filled with peace, good health and prosperity for all!

• Now you may be wondering what the SEC says about all this. The SEC requires that all public companies report generally accepted accounting principle figures and proforma figures, if they choose to alongside the GAAP figures. So what’s the issue? Why would investors focus on the taste and not the calories? A 2002 study suggests that “fantasy numbers had replaced GAAP earnings as a primary determinant of stock prices.” So you have management that chooses to show these non-GAAP figures – data they know will be helpful to their stock prices – the same stock prices that a majority of their income and net worth is tied up in. Hmm, I wonder how this will eventually play out…

• The phrase “adjusted EBITDA” – earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, amortization and other items – appears in a growing number of SEC filings in companies’ results. So this is becoming more commonplace – the newest fuel to an already-tired bull market.

So as investors we should sit back and wonder if this reliance on some-

what fictitious numbers makes sense. Is this is a case of investor complacency—seeing only the returns and the excitement and ignoring the risks and one’s skepticism? I would argue that investors today need to be careful not to fall in such traps. Having a defined wealth management plan and investment policy statement can go a long way to protect one’s hard earned assets. Wealth management is more than finding the hot sector and piling in. Wealth management and stewardship requires a skeptical eye and a defined investment management discipline. After all, it’s the client’s capital and we need to never forget that—being careful is always a better plan.

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A Taste Of Paris In Huntington Village

By Tes Silverman info@longislandergroup.com

Established by owners Hugo Garcia and Fabio Machado in 2001, Bistro Cassis has been attracting seasoned and new diners to discover authentic French cuisine in Huntington village.

Bistro Cassis, named by Machado after a black currant berry liqueur called Creme de Cassis, could be seen as a lighthearted approach to the bistro’s vision. But that is just one part of the attraction.

Garcia, who also owns Cafe Buenos Aires at 23 Wall St. in Huntington, oversees both restaurants and can be seen on any given night interacting with diners or making sure that they are taken care of by his son and manager, Gabriel.

Machado’s sons, Eric and Jason, are also part of the business through a restaurant partnership.

Walking into Cassis is like being transported to Paris. The walls are lined with pictures of the Eiffel Tower, photos of the City of Lights, as well as wine bottles on shelves -creating a quaint and relaxing atmosphere. This charming vibe plays a part in attracting diners, but the

Manager Gabriel Garcia with his father, Hugo Garcia, a co-owner of the French bistro.

The escargot Persilles at Bistro Cassis may even convert a non-snail eater. major draw is what Chef Adolfo Velasquez creates and serves on a daily basis.

And that was all part of the plan, said Garbriel Garcia, who has been at the restaurant for eight years.

“I want our diners to experience the elegant French decor, the professionalism behind our staff, and, most importantly, to experience the exquisite food that our kitchen so consistently and diligently serves,” Garcia said.

Most restaurants serve bread and butter before appetizers, but at Cassis, the baguette and paté can become appetizers, such as the escargot

Cheese lovers can’t go wrong with the brie sur toast, which is topped with a fig compote and honey drizzle.

Persilles ($12) and brie sur toast ($14). The snails may not be for everyone, but if you are an adventurous eater, you’ll want to try it. The chewy texture of the snails with garlic herb butter make the dish tasty and may even convert a non-snail eater.

For cheese lovers, you can’t go wrong with the brie on toast. The baked brie mixed with the sweetness of a fig compote and honey drizzle on toast results in a creamy, slightly sweet appetizer that is hard to resist.

For entrees, the two to try are magret de canard au Cassis ($29) and steak frites ($36). The first is a sliced duck breast and leg was tender and is served with mushroom confit gratin, raspberries and Cassis sauce.

The second dish is a New York strip steak with french fries and butter.

The steak was seared perfectly and can be served with a Brandy peppercorn sauce (au poivre) on the side.

Bistro Cassis also offers sandwiches like hamburgers, a chicken sandwich and a lobster club sandwich, but if you prefer something heartier, the mussels ($12-half/$21full) should not be missed. They are prepared five different ways (mariniere, Provencale, Pernod, au poivre and Espagnole).

And what’s a French meal without dessert? The list is long, but if you had to choose, the crepes Suzette ($8) and creme brulee ($9) are winners. The crepes are delicate and thin and the Grand Marnier sauce makes it more complex. The creme brulee is creamy and the caramelized sugar topping brings out the vanilla flavor.

If you’re more a brunch person,

The magret de canard au Cassis is a sliced duck breast and leg served with mushroom confit gratin, raspberries and Cassis sauce.

Bistro Cassis serves a prix fixe Sunday brunch from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. for $20. The brunch menu offers the usual fare, like omelets and pancakes, French toast, salads and sandwiches. But to make it more interesting, choices like crepes and mussels are offered as well.

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DINEHUNTINGTON .COM OPEN PATIO: At Pancho Villa’s (311 NewYork Ave, Huntington, panchovillalongisland.com) a construction crew has been renovating the festive Mexican eatery since the start of last week.

Between the clanging of hammers and the shuffling footsteps against the restaurant’s hardwood floors, owner Augie Abbatiello, observes the work being carried out around him. Abbatiello said customer demand for better front room seating prompted the Pancho Villa’s crew to brighten up the space and create what Abbatiello hopes will be a taste of “beautiful patio dining.” He admits that the familyowned restaurant, first established in Huntington in 1976, needed sprucing up and that there was no time like the present to dazzle the eatery’s patrons.

Abbatiello described the renovations as “a facelift to accommodate all the people that have been coming here for the last 30 years that want some outdoor views of the town.” Abbatiello said construction will be completed by the end of the month.

HANSEN RESCHEDULED FOR JANUARY:

Black and Blue Seafood Chophouse (65 Wall St., Huntington, blackandbluehuntington.com) has rescheduled its event with psychic-medium Robert E. Hansen from Dec. 1 to Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2016. “We didn’t have enough reservations for it, so we decided to reschedule to get more people in,” said Luigi Aloe, owner of the chophouse.

“It’s a great evening out,” Aloe said.

“Robert is great, he does a great job in readings [and] gets through a lot of people.” For $75, the evening includes a possible reading from Hansen and a three-course meal. After the first two courses are served, Hansen does readings for about an hour and a half before dessert and coffee, Aloe said. The menu will be presented the week before the event, with seafood, chicken and pasta dishes. “You get great food, you get a night out with your friends and hopefully you get read and you get some kind of closure from what you’re looking for,” Aloe said. To schedule a reservation, call (631) 385-9255.

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WALT’S CORNER

THE MEASURING It is one of those inescapable realities as your wheels begin to lose traction and spin with slow certainty as you drive deeper into your life, that each happenchance encounter with one Walt Whitman who has figured in some small or large way in your life is always opportunity for each of you to do a quick visual survey, a compare and contrast with imperfect memory the arbiter, the measure of how each of you has fared the terminal weathering of time; from which you will either leave delighted and grateful, in the face of the other’s mounting infirmities, especially if you happen to be older; or with the gnaw of envy, the other fit and trim enough for a marathon.

There is no half-way, no waffling here: you either measure up, or you don’t.

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Youngest Saves Family From Suffocation Dec. 6, 1890 The family of Edwin B. Dusenbury in Huntington village narrowly escaped suffocation thanks to the actions of the family’s youngest member. After everyone had gone to bed and a the house burner had a good fire going, the young Harry awoke in the night, breathing with great difficulty, after coal gas filled his room. He quickly went to wake up other members of his family and found his mother and brother, Edwin, unconscious. His father was awakened with difficulty. After the windows were thrown open, Mrs. Dusenbury and Edwin Jr. eventually recovered.

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School Taxes Collected Dec. 6, 1890 School Collector Sammis reported that about $4,750 in school taxes had been paid, with about $2,800 still to collect. That included the first installment of a new primary addition to the school house.

Kings Park Patient Captured Dec. 7, 1900 At 2:30 a.m., Police Officer Charles J. Hauger captured Joseph Derrick, a mentally ill patient who escaped from the Kings Park Long Island State Hospital the previous night. Hauger placed Derrick in lockup, and a worker at the hospital visited Derrick in his holding cell and returned with him to Kings Park the following day.

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THURSDAY Hanukkah At The Shops

Walt Whitman Shops (160 Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station) will host a Hanukkah celebration Thursday, Dec. 10 at 6:30 p.m. The program includes lighting of a giant six-foot menorah, a children’s show, lively Hanukkah music, delicious sufganiyot (jelly donuts), Hanukkah gelt, dreidels, raffles and prizes for the children. For more information, please call Chabad of Huntington (631) 3852424 or visit chabadofhuntington.com.

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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.

General Bereavement Group Meets weekly for on Tuesdays through 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 631-499-4462, or 631-499-8130 to register.

Grace Potter will make her debut Paramount appearance on Thursday, Dec. 10, 8 p.m. Her debut coincides with the release of her new album, “Midnight.” Tickets are available at paramountny.com. Prices range from $30$65.

The ‘Northport Nutcracker’

FRIDAY The Minstrel Players present ‘A Christmas Carol’

SATURDAY ‘A Sinatra Centennial’

The Rotary Club of Northport is hosting a benefit show for homeless veterans at the Northport Yacht Club (11 Bluff Point Road), celebrating the 100th birthday of Frank Sinatra, Saturday, Dec. 12, 2-5 p.m. Tickets are $75 per person, including an open bar, hors d’oeuvres, and dessert. Sponsorship packages are also available. Featuring American Idol contestant Sal Valentinetti. Call 631-9309310 for more information.

SUNDAY Northport Historical Society’s ‘Homes for the Holidays’

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 Fort Salonga, and a Queen Anne-style house formerly owned by an oyster baron. The tour will be held from 12-4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13. Pre-ordered tickets are $25 dollars for members and $30 for non-members.

Christmas Boutique For Holiday Shopping

At St. Peter’s Lutheran Church (11 Ogden Court, Huntington Station), Sunday, Dec. 13 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Home-baked goods, crafts, jewelry, raffles and vendors selling a variety of items. Admission is free. Call 631-6739284 for more information.

UPCOMING/ONGOING Hebrew Reading Crash Course

Singer Grace Potter At The Paramount

At the Houghton Hall Trinity Episcopal Church (130 Main St., Northport Village) will host “A Christmas Carol” Friday, Dec. 11-Sunday, Dec. 13. Showtimes are 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 3 p.m.

Sunday. Adults $20, seniors and children $15. Group rates are available. Call 516557-1207,or visit theminstrelplayers.org to purchase tickets and for information.

55 stickers in one edition, four additional trading cards and a wide array of other features. It also features a commentary from Gary Gerani, the original editor of the “Star Wars” Topps series.

Christmas Boutique For Holiday Shopping St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 11 Odgen Court, Huntington Station, will have a boutique on Sunday, Dec. 13, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. There will be home-baked goods, crafts, jewelry, raffles and vendors selling a variety of items.

Evening Of Poetry At Walt Whitman Birthplace

Award-winning poet Gregory Pardlo will be reciting some of his poems at the historic poet Walt Whitman’s birthplace on Sunday, Dec. 13 at 5 p.m. at 246 Old Walt Whitman Road in Huntington Station. Pardlo is the 2015 Pulitzer Prize winner in poetry. Admission is free to the public.

MONDAY LI Author To Sign New Suspense Novel

Joe Beck will be signing his new book, “Suburban Sins,” on Monday, Dec.14, 7 p.m. at the Book Revue, 313 New York Ave, Huntington. “Suburban Sins” takes the reader on the trail of a troubled police officer seeking answers as to why healthy people are dying at a hospital.

One person he suspects of, a nursing student, is seeking revenge on a hospital and must catch him in the act amid debts. Refreshments will be served.

TUESDAY Tips In Fundraising, Ending the Year Strong

The Association of Fundraising Professionals will host a workshop on ethics and understanding, as well as improving, fundraising essentials such as securing gifts and donor needs, Tuesday, Dec. 15, 8 a.m.-9:30 a.m.at the Melville Marriot, 1350 Walt Whitman Road in Melville. Advanced

registration is open until Dec. 11.

Tickets are $30 for members, $50 for non-members. At the door, tickets are $40 for members, $60 for non-members. To register or for more information, call 631-249-5008 or visit afpli.org.

English Film ‘Jane Eyre’ To Play At Cinema Arts Center

The Cinema Arts Center will be showing “Jane Eyre,” the tale of an impoverished orphan who grows up to follow her heart for freedom. The film will play Tuesday, Dec. 15 at 7 p.m. at 423 Park Ave. Tickets are $20 for members, $30 for non-members.

WEDNESDAY ‘Remember the Night’

The Cinema Arts Center will be featuring the 1940 movie “Remember the Night” and will be hosted by Victoria Wilson, a renowned Barbara Stanwyck biographer. The movie tells of a prosecutor who falls in love with a convicted shoplifter and takes her to his home to spend Christmas with his family. Their new-found love stirs the issue as to how her court trial will play out. The film plays on Dec. 16 at 7:30. Tickets at $10 for members, $15 for non-members.

Reprinted Star Wars Book Signing

Robert V. Conte, the writer of “Star Wars: The Official Topps Trading Card Series Vol. I,” will be at the Book Revue Wednesday, Dec. 16, 7 p.m. His book includes all 330 original trading cards, all

Northport's very own ballet, “Northport Nutcracker” is 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) Saturday, Dec. 12, 4 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 13, 2 p.m. Tickets available tututix.com/poseyschool, or call 855-2222849. Lap infants free, discounts for groups, seniors and children. Reserved seats, buy your tickets early. are subject to a $1 processing fee. Call 631-757-9859 or go to northporthistorical.org to order tickets.

AT THE LIBRARIES Cold Spring Harbor Library

95 Harbor Road, Cold Spring Harbor.

631-692-6820. cshlibrary.org.

• Tai Chi: Practice the ancient Chinese exercise of Tai Chi at the Cold Spring Harbor Library. Classes start Dec. 11 to Feb. 26 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Classes do not meet Dec. 2 and Jan 1. Cost is $100 and checks must be made out to CSH Library.

Comfortable clothing and mat are required.

• Intermediate Watercoloring for Adults: Adults can now spend time watercolor painting. Classes will be held Nov. 24 to Dec. 15 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Cost is $50 and checks must be made out to CSH Library. Watercolor paper pad, no larger than 12” x 16, watercolor brushes, both round and fla, and at least one flat brush of any size are required.

Commack Public Library

18 Hauppauge Road, Commack. 631499-0888. commack.suffolk.lib.ny.us.

• Go Wild About Llamas: This program for children in kindergarten through fifth grade will teach kids about the animal native to the Andes, the llama.

Children will also have the chance to meet real llamas. The program is open to Commack library cardholders and is free. The program meets Saturday, Dec. 19, 11 a.m.

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Elwood Public Library

3027 Jericho Turnpike, Elwood. 631499-3722. elwoodlibrary.org.

• Babies Boogie: Three- to 23-month-old infants will have a chance to sing and dance. The session meets Thursday, Dec. 17, 10:15 a.m.

Gregory Pardlo Award-winning poet Gregory 2015 Pulitzer Prize for poetry, Pardlo, winner of the will be reading some of his poems at the Walt Whitman Birthplace on Sunday, Dec. 13 at 5 p.m.

Admission is free. For more information, visit waltwhitman.org or call 631-427-5248.

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.

• Half Hollow Hills School SAT Mock Exam: Be prepared for the SAT exams. Take a mock exam in preparation for the real thing. The mock exam is on Saturday, Dec. 26, 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Harborfields Public Library

31 Broadway, Greenlawn. 631-757-4200. harborfieldslibrary.org • Star Wars Movie Marathon: Catch the original three Star Wars movies in preparation for episode VII. See one movie or all three, your choice. The marathon starts at 10 a.m. and will run until 5 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 12.

Huntington Public Library

Main branch: 338 Main St., Huntington.

631-427-5165. Station branch: 1335 New York Ave., Huntington Station. 631421-5053. thehuntingtonlibrary.org.

• The Steel Silk Band: Hear songs by Billy Joel, Donna Summer, Heart and many other artists covered by the eight-member band, The Steel Silk Band. The band will perform on Friday, Dec. 11, 7 p.m. at the Huntington Public Library on Main Street.

Northport-East Northport Public Library

Northport: 151 Laurel Ave. 631-2616930. East Northport: 185 Larkfield Road. 631-261-2313. nenpl.org.

• On-Your-Own Train Trip To New York City: Travel to Manhattan for less and enjoy a day of sightseeing, shopping, watching musicals and anything else in the city in time for the holidays.

Register at the library for a $10 roundtrip train ticket. Patrons are to meet at the Northport Long Island Railroad station house a library staff member will be present. Meet time is Saturday, Dec. 12, 8:55 a.m. and the return trip is valid on any train departing Manhattan before midnight.

South Huntington Public Library

145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station. 631-549-4411. shpl.info.

• Spice Up Your Holidays Cooking Class: Learn how to prepare holiday dishes, such as rum-spiced eggnog bread, in time for your holiday dinner. A 9x5- inch loaf pan, bowl and whisk are required. The course is $10 and meets Monday, Dec. 4, 7 p.m.

• Paper Management: Do not let papers and documents consume. Learn from a professional organizer on how to organize, keep and dispose of docu-

ments. No registration or fee is required. The course is on Wednesday, Dec 16 at 7 p.m.

THEATER/FILM Cinema Arts Centre

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

• Chaplin Shorts: “The Rink” “One a.m.”

“Behind the Screen” and “The Immigrant.” Tuesday, Dec. 8 at 7:30 p.m. Each short is 30 min. Members $10, public $15.

• Albert Maysles’ Iris: Wednesday, Dec. 9 at 7:30 p.m. Members $10, public $15.

John W. Engeman Theater At Northport

350 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.

• “The Palette Reveals the Artist,” an Art Talk by Alexander Katlan: Sunday, Dec. 13, 2 p.m. Alex Katlan will be presenting an informative art talk based on his book “The Palette Reveals the Artist: The Grumbacher Artist Palette Collection and the Salmagundi Club Palette Collection.” $10 for members $15 at the door.

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.

• “Poets Aloud”: Open mic, second Friday of each month at 7:30 p.m.

Suggested donation of $3.

• “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

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 ages 3-12 and seniors over 65; members and children

under 3 are free. 516-692-6768. cshfha.org.

Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum

301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor. 631367-3418. cshwhalingmuseum.org.

Tuesday through Friday, 12-4 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 12-5 p.m. (closed Monday). Admission $6 adults, $5 children and seniors.

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.

• “You Go Girl!” Celebrating Women Artists: runs from Dec. 5-Apr. 3.

Featured artists include Berenice Abbott, Elaine de Kooning, Dorothy Dehner, Audrey Flack, Jane Hammond, Mary Nimmo Moran, Georgia O’Keeffe, Betty Parsons, Miriam Schapiro, Esphyr Slobodkina, Emma Stebbins, and Jane Wilson, among others.

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

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. huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org

Northport Historical Society Museum

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

• For an afternoon of historical fun, take a self-guided walking tour of the Northport’s historic Main Street,

Tuesday-Sunday, from 1-4:30 p.m.

Available in the museum shop at $5 per person.

• Season’s Readings: Thursday, Dec. 10 from 4:30-5:30 p.m.Bring your family and join in for dramatic readings of some favorite holiday stories. The evening will also feature an ornamentmaking activity as we gather around the lighted, decorated Christmas tree. $5 per family for members, $10 for non-member families. Advance registration required. Call or register online.

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.

Walt Whitman Birthplace

246 Old Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station. Hours: Wednesday-Friday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission: $6 adults, $5 seniors, $4 students, and children under 5 are free. 631-427-5240. waltwhitman.org.

• Schedule at a group high tea and transport yourself back in time in a private gathering house at the Birthplace. $25 per person. 631-427-5240, ext.

120. teaparty@waltwhitman.org.

MUSIC/DANCE Five Towns College Performing Arts Center

Five Towns College, 305 N. Service Road, Dix Hills. Box Office: 631-6562148; dhpac.org.

• Broadway Bound “Best Of The Tonies:” Saturday, Dec. 12, 7:30 p.m. Tickets, $10.

The Paramount

370 New York Ave., Huntington. 631673-7300. paramountny.com. All shows begin at 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted.

• Grace Potter: Thursday, Dec. 10, 8 p.m. See website for ticket price and info.

• Jason Bonham/Led Zeppin: Thursday, Dec 17, 9 p.m. See website for ticket price and info.

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BOXING

By Andrew Wroblewski awroblewski@longislandergroup.com

Greenlawn-native Chris Algieri got back in the win column Saturday night with a unanimous decision over Erick Bone in a 10-round welterweight bout at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn.

The victory was Algieri’s first since June 14, 2014, when he defeated Ruslan Provodnikov to win the WBO world super lightweight title. Algieri lost his last two fights prior to Saturday, first to Manny Pacquiao and then to Amir Khan.

“I felt like the fight was mine the whole way,” Algieri, 31, told reporters after the fight, which was an undercard to a title fight between Daniel Jacobs and Peter Quillin (Jacobs won in a first-round TKO).

“I wanted to really get the knockout tonight, but, like I said, the guy

is in awesome shape.”

Bone tested Algieri early, but the St. Anthony’s High School graduate responded to out-box his opponent down the stretch.

Through the final five rounds, Algieri out-landed Bone in total punches 52-93. Algieri (21-2, 8 KOs) also knocked Bone down with a body shot in the eighth round.

In total, Algieri out-landed Bone 247-185, including 206-158 in power punches.

“It was a workman-like performance, one that he needed to get back on the winning track,” Algieri’s trainer John David Jackson told the media.

Algieri next set his sights on the future.

“I’m looking to 2016 and some big fights,” Algieri said. He added that he’d like to fight three times next year and would “love” to fight

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Algieri Gets Back On The Winning Track

Greenlawn’s Chris Algieri, left, defeated Erick Bone Saturday night in a 10-round welterweight bout at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. rematches against Pacquiao and Khan, the only two fighters to defeat him in his professional boxing

career.

“I feel like I have unfinished business with those guys.”

New owners at Fred Astaire Dance Studio (Continued from page A1)

[and] a new tomorrow,” said Jose, 34.

The event began with a toast and an official ribbon cutting with members of the Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce.

Along with food, drinks and introductory dance lessons to the foxtrot, hustle, salsa and more, the evening included several performances.

Jose and Marina, 32, who have been married for more than a year, opened the dance floor with the samba and studio instructor Kyle Solis, 22, of Coram, performed the waltz with partner Kimberley Parker, 26, of Smithtown.

About 30 people attended the event, including students Dan Smith, 57, and Donna Cole-Smith, 58, of Cold Spring Harbor, who also took to the dance floor performing a West Coast swing.

“I think that dance here is a great opportunity for people to go out [and] to be social because when you know the basics or know how to dance you feel so much better,” Dan said.

During the introductory dance lesson, people of all ages participated, including 8-year-old Casandra Reilly, of Lloyd Neck, who’s been a stu-

dent for two months and said dancing at there is “amazing.”

Open for seven years, the studio, located at 132 W Jericho Turnpike, never officially closed prior to the grand re-opening, Marina said.

“It was unbelievable because we always wanted to have a studio and it was such a spontaneous decision,” Marina said.

After they were offered the business in April, they faced many blessings and trials, Jose said. With the birth of their son, Valentin, in April, Jose was diagnosed with nonHodgkin’s lymphoma in June and the

couple officially took over the studio in July.

“I think it was the most challenging part of our lives, at the same time most exciting,” said Marina, adding that Jose became cancer-free the last week of November.

“I think being together, the love we feel for each other and the family has kept us strong,” Jose said, adding that kicking off the studio signifies an end to the struggle they faced. “We are going to have new energies, new vibes, let go of the past [and] learn from the mistakes.

It’s a new chapter.”

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To fill the proposed restaurant, DeRosa said he has an agreement in place with Woodbury-based Scotto Brothers, which manages venues and hotels like Fox Hollow and Chateau Briand Caterers. Scotto Brothers Controller Arthur Viana did not immediately return phone calls seeking comment.

However, DeRosa said of Scotto Brothers, “We’re working very closely with them. We’re positive about our relationship and we feel if we’re granted the approval they will deliver a site that will be consistent with their other high-end venues.”

If approved by the town board, DeRosa would next seek parking re-

lief from Huntington’s zoning board.

The proposal requires a total of 276 parking spots. On the restaurant property, 138 stalls would be provided and overflow parking would be permitted in the lot of the adjacent office building. DeRosa would be short by 28 stalls.

During a public hearing at the Nov. 5 town board meeting, Scotto Brothers’ attorney James Margolin said a planned valet service would make up for the parking deficiency.

Along with the 248 seats inside the proposed restaurant, an outdoor dining area with 64 seats would also be constructed.

Margolin also said the state Department of Transportation has giv-

en preliminary approval to add a fourth leg to the traffic intersection at Broadhollow and Spagnoli roads,

which would allow patrons direct vehicular access to the proposed restaurant property.

Bogmen home for holidays (Continued from page A10)

titled "Looking For Heaven In The Barrio," and in the years that followed, they have reunited several times in order to raise money for charities, including the Wounded Warrior Project.

“When you do stuff for charity, you’re doing it for a purpose that’s not just for your own benefit,” Campion said. “Rather than the focus be on fame, we get to show up and do

something that counts for people in need.”

Campion says that there is a new Bogmen record in the works, and that’s something fans should get excited about.

If you want to catch the homegrown indie rockers, tickets to the Bogmen can be purchased at the box office or from paramountny.com starting at $35 for general admission.

Doors open at 7 p.m. on Dec. 19.

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HillSPORTS WRESTLING

By Andrew Wroblewski awroblewski@longislandergroup.com

Battle-tested veterans will be joined by an emerging supporting cast when the Thunderbirds of Half Hollow Hills High School East hit the wrestling mat this season.

Among those to return to Hills East are Michael Abidin, Phil Spadafora and Jonathan Spadafora, all three of whom were League III champions last year. The trio also earned All-County honors, along with Griffin Arcuri, who return for the 2015-2016 season as a senior.

They will be joined by seniors Steven Macchia and Anthony Diasparra, who both reached the league championships last season.

“You definitely expect a lot from them,” head coach Bill Davey Jr. said of the group.

But they’re not the only Thunderbirds looking to make noise.

“We have a couple of other kids who have always done well for us in the past and I hope they come more into the spotlight this year and really start to be a big part of our team,” Davey added, citing sophomore Tate

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T-Birds Return Tested Leaders This Season Thunderbirds came away with a 6516 victory over the Colts. Davey noted that Hills West is suffering from a few injuries and a few of their wrestlers that double as football players got off to a late start this season after Hills West reached the county championship game. “I think it would have been a little closer,” Davey said.

“But we have a real solid lineup from top to bottom and the kids that did wrestle did a great job,” he said.

“I’m definitely happy with the way we kicked off the season.”

Next up for the Thunderbirds is the annual Sprig Gardner Tournament, which will be held at various high schools on Long Island.

Hills East is slated to compete at John F. Kennedy High School in Bellmore on Friday and at Wellington C. Mepham High School in Mepham on Saturday. “We usually do very well in the tournament…

It’ll be a good test for us,” Davey said.

After that, the Thunderbirds kick off their League III season with a matchup at Newfield slated for 6:30 p.m. Dec. 16. The Wolverines finishes their league season last year 0-6.

Anthony Diasparra, left, a senior wrestler for Hills East, is set to return to the mat for the Thunderbirds this season.

Kershner and senior Blaise Quinlan.

Kershner, a sophomore, is “a very hard worker” who has “done a lot to improve himself over the last couple of years to make himself a better wrestler.” Davey expects Kershner to wrestle at 120 lbs. this season.

As for Quinlan, who is returning to the Thunderbirds after an injury kept him out last year.

“He’s been a part of our program

for a long time… so I’m hoping we can string a little bit together here to get him going and caught up to speed,” Davey said. “I’m hoping for a good year from him. He’s really started to learn the sport and I think with a little taste of success here that it’s going to just catch like wildfire.”

The Thunderbirds season started out with a fiery non-league win in a dual meet with the rival Colts of High School West.

The

Hard-Working Colts Back On The Mats

By Andrew Wroblewski awroblewski@longislandergroup.com

The Colts of Half Hollow Hills High School West are striving for a “team” before “me” mentality this wresting season.

“We’re looking for everyone to step up as a leader this year, not just one or two guys. We want it to be a team effort,” head coach Joseph Scholz said.

One prospective leader returning from last season is Joe DeRosa. The senior, who won the League IV championship at 113 lbs., is looking to continue his winning ways.

“He’s coming into his own. He wrestled a lot in the off-season and he’s doing a good job,” Scholz said, noting that DeRosa is expected to

wrestle at 120 lbs. this season.

Elsewhere, the Colts will also bring back David Bari, Joe Costa, Tristan Delaney, Lucas DiGiorgi, Anthony Dushaj, Christian Ferro, Devin Iezzoni, Dominic Mastrangelo, Dean Noriega, Dylan Ryder, Joseph Stone and Louis Theusme.

Scholz said the Colts coaching staff is also excited about a “hardworking group” of 36 ninth and 10th graders that “really works hard at practice and goes after people. Our coaches are really impressed with their performance so far.”

The wrestlers have been working well together, Scholz said.

“The vibe in the room is good, the kids are working hard and we’ve come together as a team,” he said.

To translate that vibe into success on the mats, he added, “We’re going to have to hold ourselves accountable for our work ethic and our attitude. We have to be good teammates and make each other better.”

The Colts will also need to heal up a bit before they’re at full strength.

Scholz said the team as a whole is fighting through injuries, but cited Isaac Smith as an example of an injured wrestler he’s excited to see return.

“I think we’re going to be a very, very strong team come January when everybody is healthy,” he said.

“I think we’re going to be really scary.”

First, the Colts were slated to wrestle at the Bethpage tournament on Saturday. The tournament will be

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WRESTLING

Joe DeRosa, left, a senior wrestler for Hill West, is set to return this season alongside a group of hardworking Colts ready to compete, said head coach Joseph Scholz. hosted at Bethpage High School and is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m.

After that, the Colts begin their League IV season on Dec. 16 with a match at West Babylon scheduled for 4 p.m.

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