Half Hollow Hills - 12/24/2015 Edition

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DIX HILLS

Department Raising Funds For 9/11 Firefighter

By Jano Tantongco jtantongco@longislandergroup.com

Firefighter Lt. John Vierling is suffering from untreatable liver cancer due to his efforts at Ground Zero following 9/11.

After learning that Dix Hills Firefighter Lt. John Vierling was diagnosed with a rare and untreatable form of liver cancer due his work at Ground Zero following 9/11, the fire department has established a fundraising campaign to ease the financial burden on his family as a result of his illness.

On Dec. 16, the department created a GoFundMe page to raise $15,000 as part of the first phase of their fundraiser to aid the Vierlings.

Fire Chief Robert Fling noted that the department will also be sending letters asking for donations to each fire department in Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester, and to every NYPD precinct.

As of Monday night, more than $5,700 had been raised.

“We all knew we had to do something. The entire department’s heart goes out to him and his family. We will be here for him,” said Fling.

“He’s a gentleman. He’s one of these people you never have a problem with.”

Vierling, first lieutenant of Co. 1 at Station 2, has served at the fire department for almost 20 years. He also worked as an NYPD officer for 20 years before retiring in January 2003. He spent three months at Ground Zero as a first responder.

“Lt. Vierling is an example of a hero who risked his safety and personal health on 9/11 and in the months after without hesitation,” said U.S. Rep. Steve Israel (D-Hunt(Continued on page A22)

TOWN OF HUNTINGTON

SPOTLIGHT

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Town Hosting Annual Pet Food Drive The Town of Huntington and Councilwoman Susan Berland are once again hosting a holiday pet food drive, hoping to improve on last year’s successful drive, which brought in over 600 pounds of food for the town’s pets in needs.

Beginning last Monday and continuing through Monday, Jan. 4, residents can drop off dog and cat food at the following locations around town: • Huntington Town Hall, 100 Main St., Huntington.

• Selmer’s Pet Land, 125 East Jericho Turnpike, South Huntington.

All proceeds will be donated to the Harry Chapin Food Bank & Humanitarian Center in Huntington Station, which has made a special request for cat food.

For additional information, call 631-351-3018.

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‘Miracle’ Comes To Main Street

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DIX HILLS

By Jano Tantongco jtantongco@longislandergroup.com

Liam Rosenberg was initially planning to attend Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, Florida, to pursue a major in business and a minor in real estate.

But the 18-year-old Dix Hills resident, who graduated from Commack High School in June, had a change of heart in February when he began watching videos of entrepreneurs speaking about their life experiences.

He realized that some billionaires did not go to college.

“It was either go to college, study real estate and wait four years,” said Liam. “I felt like I would learn more by experience than by formal education.”

His parents were against his decision to skip college, but eventually accepted it.

“It wasn’t like I was going to sit at home and eat potato chips instead,” said Rosenberg, who last month joined Syosset-based Homes by Mara Realty as their youngest mem-

ber on staff after taking 75 hours of classes and passing the New York State real estate exam in October.

“Every day is a lot of hustle.”

Rosenberg was initially attracted to the freedom inherent to the profession, but also delights in helping families find homes and seeing the advancements in architecture.

“It’s great to have a front seat watching a pile of sticks transform into a beautiful home and then be given the chance to bring these types of homes to our clients’ attention for helping them achieve their mission in finding that right home,” he said.

Rosenberg also works for the Starbucks on Crooked Hill Road in Commack, where he has developed his customer-service and sales skills.

He has met with a few prospective real estate clients so far, and his age has not been an issue, he said.

“Whenever it comes up, I tell them my story,” said Rosenberg. “I don’t think they really have a problem with it. People say I’m mature for my age.”

Rosenberg first established a con-

nection to Homes by Mara Realty when he met Meryl Feuer, another agent for the company, at an art opening at in September. Speaking with her put the company at the top of his list of agencies he wanted to work with.

After finishing his classes at the end of October, he met with Mara Navaretta, the owner and president of Homes by Mara Realty, who saw potential in him.

"Liam is an ambitious young man who has great sales sense with a strong customer service understanding and appreciation," said Navaretta.

"I definitely saw potential, and he’s a hard worker," she said. "And, I know he could do it. If I sense that the person is a good person, the rest I can teach them."

Navaretta aims to help Rosenberg secure 10 to 12 listings in 2016, which could mean a six-figure income for him. She aims to capitalize on the fact that Rosenberg is from Dix Hills, since she was looking to expand her market share in that area.

"You don’t really need that brick

Photo courtesy Cory Rosenberg

He’s 18, And He’s Ready To Sell Your Home

Liam Rosenberg recently joined Syosset-based Homes by Mara Realty to help them expand into the Dix Hills area. and mortar anymore," she said.

For Rosenberg, working as part of the Homes by Mara Realty team is his first step toward his goals of forming a real estate trust with his father.

"My plan is to help out buyers and sellers. My real goal is to flip houses.”

TOWN OF HUNTINGTON

Huntington YMCA Gets $500K Grant Toward Expansion

By Andrew Wroblewski awroblewski@longislandergroup.com

Tis the season of receiving at the YMCA of Long Island.

The association learned earlier this month that it notched $500,000 in state grant money that will go towards the construction of a planned 27,000square-foot healthy-living center on the Huntington YMCA property.

The project is one of 121 on Long Island that will receive grant money from the state Economic Development Council.

During the holiday season, “it’s just a very nice gift,” said Eileen Knauer, senior vice president and chief operating officer of the YMCA of Long Island.

“I think this is really great and exciting for the community of Huntington. There are so many programs that we provide, but so many more that we’re not able to provide because of space.”

The association hopes to alleviate that concern with what it’s calling “The Y Healthy Living Center,” which it plans to erect where Huntington YMCA’s outdoor basketball courts are currently located.

The YMCA of Long Island has received $500,000 in state grant money toward a $8 million-$9 million healthy-living center to be built on the grounds of the Huntington YMCA. Knauer said the association plans to use the building to host community-focused events and programs, and to utilize it during its annual summer camp.

Knauer said the project is expected to cost $8 million-$9 million and be funded through donations.

“We’re confident that we’ll be able to raise the money to build this facility,” Knauer said.

Fundraising efforts started in September.

The plan has been downsized since it was approved earlier this year by the Town of Huntington.

Knauer said the association is no longer considering moving its headquarters to the planned building, a move that was previously discussed as a possibility.

Knauer said, “We’ve got a project now that we really feel we can get our arms around.”

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TOWN OF HUNTINGTON

By Julio Avila info@longislandergroup.com

They come from different age groups and backgrounds, but on Sunday, the Huntington Community Choir was in grand harmony, sharing holiday cheer in its “Songs Of The Winter Season” recital.

The choir’s 33 members, who vary from high school students to senior citizens, share the interest of singing and the goal of producing sounds to dazzle their audience.

And dazzle they did during the hour-long recital at the Congregational Church of Huntington in Centerport. Following performances of pieces by composers including Mozart, David Childs, Ralph Vaughan Williams, and Z. Randall Stroope, and classical songs such as “The Moon Is Distant From The Sea,” “Ding Dong! Merrily on High,” “Carol of the Bells,” the group was given a standing ovation by the packed crowd.

The two-year-old choir is led by Judy Leopold, its founder and director. Leopold is a “fourth-generation Huntingtonian” and has an extensive resume. She majored in piano and voice at the University of Rochester’s Eastman School of Music, graduating with honors; started the Woodstock Chamber Orchestra over 30 years ago; was the chorus instructor at Walt Whitman High School, leading the school’s choir groups to win gold and gold-withdistinction awards at the annual New York State School Music Association competitions; and is the choral curriculum chairperson for NYSSMA. This group is a chamber choir consisting of fewer than 40 people who sing vocal chamber music, which no other choir in Huntington performs, Leopold said.

“That’s some of the most precious songs of the repertoire,” Leopold said. “And we’re intergenerational. I

have high school and people who are retired singing together...so talented high school juniors and seniors are just welcome as senior citizens.”

Days and hours of hard work are put into rehearsing for its recitals, or “the journey,” as Leopold put it.

“The rehearsal process is just as much fun as the performance,” Leopold said. “At rehearsals, we laugh. We work hard, but we also laugh hard.”

Some members are Leopold’s former Walt Whitman High School students. Mike Koullias, a 22-year-old bass singer from Huntington Station, said he joined the choir upon Leopold’s request because he loves to sing.

“It was definitely a privilege when she came up to me and asked,” Koullias said. “She told me in passing while I was working at a restaurant.

She was like, ‘I haven’t seen you in years. You should join up. I’m starting a community choir.’And that was that.”

Koullias added that working with Leopold has been a “magical experience.”

“You learn to love what you do and it applies to all aspects,” Koullias said. “As long as I’m available every Sunday night, I’m going to be coming back and singing.”

Matt Foley, 23, is also a bass singer and former Leopold student from Huntington Station who shares the same feelings. He didn’t continue singing in college, but he enjoys having it as part of his routine as a hobby.

Huntington soprano Serena DiLiddo, 28, was one of Leopold’s first students in her first year at Walt Whitman High School. She “grew up” with Leopold, DiLiddo said, and got her first start outside high school with Leopold’s women’s choir in 2011.

“I love working with her,” DiLiddo said. “She loves her students and she would do anything to help them.”

Long Islander News photos/Julio Avila

Young And Old Contribute to Choir’s Success

The Huntington Community Choir performed its annual “Songs Of The Winter Season” recital at the Congregational Church of Huntington in Centerport this past Sunday.

DiLiddo had a Spanish solo at the end of the song “Esto Les Digo,” which she also did in high school.

She added she will not be able to continue with the choir because she was offered an English-teaching job in Japan.

“I wish I could Skype and sing with everybody,” DiLiddo said, laughing. “If I come back to Long Island, I would still continue in her choir.”

Tenor and forensic analyst Stephen Linker, 70, of Dix Hills, said he joined because the choir “is like a sport. It requires the body to be in shape. It’s amazing how much in tone you need to be … to do.”

Linker, who has been with the choir for only four months, sang in college. His introduction to the choir began when his wife spoke to Leopold at a bridal shower.

“The rest is history,” Linker said.

“The timing was perfect. It seemed like the right thing to do.”

The choir’s success is possible thanks to members’ talents, the sup-

Judy Leopold, right, accompanied by the choir’s pianist, Christine Dore, middle, said she started the Huntington Community Choir because no other Huntington choir performs vocal chamber music. port staff -- who include Alex Roff, Jenn Kielawa and Emma Arownow - financial sponsors and the “fine people of the congregational church of Huntington who enable us to do (Continued on page A22)

DIX HILLS

Landlord Buys Lease Of Defunct Pathmark

By Jano Tantongco jtantongco@longislandergroup.com

Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Co. intends to sell back the lease for the shuttered Dix Hills Pathmark to LG Other Associates LLC, the original landlord of the property, according to

court documents.

LG Other Associates agreed to pay $400,000 for the lease in addition to another payment of $47,000 to return rent paid by A&P for the month of November.

As of press time, LG Other Associates did not respond to requests for additional

information.

Stop & Shop and a number of other buyers have picked up former Pathmark and Waldbaum’s properties across the New York metro region as part of ongoing bankruptcy proceedings, but it’s not clear what the future will bring for the Dix Hills Pathmark.

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POLICE REPORT Compiled by Carl Corry

Christmastime Is Here

Man Charged With Possessing Cocaine

‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ theater pandemonium... My nephews convinced me

biggest malls would help avoid any traffic jams in and outside of the mall.

WRONG! Walt Whitman to go with them to the AMC Loews Shore 8 Shops was crowded with peotheater in Huntington to see the ple this past Saturday and the premiere of “Star Wars: The IN THE KNOW constant pushing and shoving Force Awakens,” last Thursday. WITH AUNT ROSIE and long lines to pay made me They got the golden tickets earinstantly regret doing my lier and were thoughtful enough to think of me.

Christmas shopping the weekWith big lines and crowds of people, some end before. Another thing that irks me are the movie-goers dressed up as characters, including people who are walking in front of you and imsome little girls dressed with their hair wrapped mediately come to a stop because they are on in buns on the sides of their heads, others with their phone or sifting through their bags. News black masks on, and still others with light-up toy flash: You are not the only person in the mall. It swords (you have to be careful with those!). The takes some time for old ladies like me to avoid staff was hard at work, especially the ushers, bumping into you. My reflexes aren’t the same who had to sweep plenty of debris off the floor. as they use to be.

Leaving the auditorium after the movie, there was popcorn, candy pieces, wrappers, bags, Last, but not least… Merry Christmas! OK, cups, napkins, the loot. I thought to myself, Merry Christmas Eve. But that means tomorrow “What a messy bunch of people!” The usher is the big day! We here at Long Islander News staff walked in as we walked out. Those poor want to wish you a merry Christmas and a hapkids, earning around minimum wage, having to py New Year. Be sure to spend it with those you clean up after these pigs. It breaks my heart that love and to let them know just how much you they go through this abuse, but are able to clean the auditorium for the next round of moviegoers. love them. They are, after all, one of the many reasons that make the holidays oh-so-special to I commend the employees at the AMC Loews begin with.

Shore 8 for doing a wonderful job. Still wish they’d put the show times on the marquee, (Aunt Rosie wants to hear from you! If you though... have comments, ideas, or tips about what’s happening in your neck of the woods, write to me toNo more last-minute shopping… Every day and let me know the latest. To contact me, holiday season gets worse with the overwhelmdrop a line to Aunt Rosie, c/o The Long-Islander, ing amount of last-minute shoppers. That in14 Wall Street, Huntington NY 11743. Or try the cludes me. I thought shopping at one of the e-mail at auntrosie@longislandergroup.com)

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Cash Stolen From China Gourmet China Gourmet on Old Country Road in Dix Hills reported that someone broke into the restaurant and stole cash sometime between 11 p.m. Dec. 18 and the following day.

Gossip Fight An employee of the Gossip adult club in Melville reported being assaulted by another employee following an argument over money on Dec. 18 at 2:42 a.m.

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Someone rummaged through a 2014 Toyota Corolla on Whitney Court in Dix Hills and stole money on Dec. 17, according to a police report.

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Arrest On Pot, Fraud Charges

A resident of home on Deer Park Avenue in Dix Hills reported that someone stole a bike from the rear yard between 1 p.m. Dec. 16 and Dec. 19.

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A 51-year-old Bethpage man was arrested in Melville for allegedly possessing cocaine on Spagnoli Road and Route 110 at 10:25 p.m. on Dec. 19. He was charged with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance.

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THE HALF HOLLOW HILLS NEWSPAPER • DECEMBER 24, 2015 • A5

NEWS FROM OUR NEIGHBORS

Teresa Kelly, Victoria Meyerhoefer, Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano, Donna Reed and Lisa Petrucci.

Nassau Distributes Gifts To Homebound Seniors Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano thanked everyone who worked together this holiday season to distribute gifts to Nassau County’s homebound seniors.

This year’s team of Santa’s helpers included Teresa Kelly, supervising social worker with the Family and Children’s Association of Nassau County; Victoria Meyerhoefer, director of the Office of the Aging for Nassau County; Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano; Donna Reed, director of Long Term Care Services for Nassau

County and Lisa Petrucci, case manager of Catholic Charities and Senior Case Management for Nassau County.

“Without the generosity of sponsors such as Hicks Nursery and Trader Joe’s, Nassau County seniors that are homebound this holiday season may not have received any gift at all,” said Mangano. “It is acts of kindness toward others that fulfill the spirit of the season.” The holiday plants and cookies will be delivered to those in need by their case workers.

County Issues Fentanyl Alert Nassau County issued an alert to warn the public of the narcotic fentanyl reemerging in New York State and Nassau County.

In September, a subject was arrested by the Hempstead Police Department for sale of heroin. Lab results from that sale indicate the presence of pure fentanyl, a synthetic narcotic painkiller about 100 times more potent than morphine. Additionally, a cluster of medical examiner cases indicate the death of five individuals autopsied between Oct. 31 and Nov. 6 from drugs involving fentanyl.

“Too many young people have fallen victim to heroin and opioid addiction,” said County Executive

Edward Mangano. “Family and friends need to stay alert, watch for the warning signs of drug abuse and get their loved ones help before they overdose and/or sample this deadly mix of heroin and fentanyl.

Mangano added: “The Nassau County Police Department, in partnership with federal, state and local law enforcement agencies including Federal and State prosecutors, continues to take down drug dealers and stop the flow of narcotics into our neighborhoods. This enforcement, combined with my administration’s comprehensive strategy of education, awareness, enforcement and treatment, is helping combat this nationwide crisis.”

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Pastors: Cannot Allow Faith To Be Overrun By Fear Dear Editor: We are Presbyterian Church clergy serving local congregations. We are concerned about the rising volume of vitriolic rhetoric coming from politicians, celebrities, business leaders, and citizens. We are concerned about this rhetoric’s promotion of ignorance and intolerance, as well as its platform for self-promotion and political pandering. We are concerned about the increased violence that plagues our country, as well as the persistent threat of global terrorism.

We are concerned about the escalating number of hate crimes against Muslims in the United States of

America, as well as Sikhs, Hindus, Jews, and other minority religious and cultural groups. We are concerned that such collective words and actions themselves make our country less safe, holding us captive to cycles of vindictive violence.

As Christians, we must speak out against such divisive behavior. We cannot allow faith to be overrun by fear. We cannot ignore the plight of peaceful neighbors who are attacked because of a perceived threat or fear.

We reject any ideology that promotes the value of one human being over another. We reject any ideology that suggests any person or political party is lord of our life or conscience.

We long for the day when the Prince of Peace will reign on earth as

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in heaven. Until that day, we have work to do. As God calls us to love and honor our neighbors, we shall try to do so through our words and deeds. We will serve and care for all our neighbors. We will pray with and for you.

Blessings in this dark season. May we live in God’s light.

REV. JAMES HULSEY Pastor First Presbyterian Church Smithtown REV. ANNE STEWART MILLER Interim Pastor Old First Presbyterian Church Huntington

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THE HALF HOLLOW HILLS NEWSPAPER • DECEMBER 24, 2015 • A7

TOWN OF HUNTINGTON

Ruth Fahlbusch, Lifelong Resident, Dies At 91 day houses Huntington Town Hall.

“Never, ever, ever did they take a school bus, they walked all the way, rain or shine,” Bruce Fahlbusch said.

These walks often ended in trips to Guckenberger’s, the restaurant that today is Munday’s. Fahlbusch became a regular there and continued that tradition with her children when the restaurant later became Munday’s.

Ann Marie Sutherland, Fahlbusch’s youngest child, recalled the Saturday afternoons when she and her mother would venture there for lunch.

“There are black and white pictures on the wall from when she was little and they used to call it ‘Gucke’s.’ It’s so cool,” Sutherland said.

Photography came to play a big part in Fahlbusch’s life after retirement.

First, she married Leonard Fahlbusch in 1943. The couple had three children before divorcing in the 1970s.

Fahlbusch worked for the telephone company during World War II from 1942-1946, before taking time to raise her family. She returned to work in 1971 with Tunis Huntington Dodge, where she remained for 10 years. In 1981, she started working for William Hagerty at Devany Stock Photos in Huntington. She retired in 1994 due to an illness.

By Andrew Wroblewski awroblewski@longislandergroup.com

Ruth Semon Fahlbusch, a lifelong Huntington resident known around town for the smile that accompanied her nearly everywhere she traveled, including many parades and events that she loved photographing, died peacefully on Dec. 7. She was 91.

“Everywhere she went, she would spread her smile,” Fahlbusch’s middle child, Bruce, said.

“She always cared about everyone else,” he added, noting that Fahlbusch never let a birthday or special event pass by without sending out a celebratory card. Of course, she had to add her own personal touch to the cards first, Bruce said.

“She loved making things.”

Fahlbusch was born on New Year’s Day in 1924 to Anna and John F. Semon.

Not only did she ring in the New Year, but Fahlbusch was the first baby born in Huntington Hospital that year.

She grew up with her family off of Main Street, just west of Huntington village. She attended Woodbury Avenue School, which stood on the corner of Woodbury and Soundview roads from 1923-1987. In 1942, she graduated from Huntington High School, attending classes in what to-

Ruth Semon Fahlbusch After retirement, Fahlbusch took up photography, an extension of her childhood love for the arts when she was an avid painter and played classical violin.

Fahlbusch took photos at various parades and events around Huntington village. Many of her photographs were featured in Long Islander News’ publications over the last 15 years.

“She would come marching up the stairs, dressed to the nines, with an envelope of freshly printed photos, a huge smile on her face, and kind words about the work we were doing,” said Luann Dallojacono, former editor. “But it wasn't just her passion for photographing precious moments that made us look forward to her visits. She was truly a ray of

sunshine, and you always felt warm and peaceful in her presence.”

She added, “We called her a friend of the paper, but she was really a friend to all of us.”

In the 1990s, Fahlbusch reconnected with one of her high school friends, the late Roland L'Hommedieu. The couple spent 20 happy years together as they traveled the world, Bruce and Sutherland said.

“The two of them were perfect for each other,” Bruce said.

In addition to her son and daughter, Fahlbusch is also survived by her oldest child John Fahlbusch; three grandchildren; and two nephews.

Visitation was held on Saturday at M.A. Connell Funeral Home in Huntington Station, where “the whole room was packed,” Sutherland said.

“It was just beautiful. She would have been so happy to see that, so many people that cared about and remembered her.”

But Bruce added that his mother said she didn’t want those people to be numbed by sadness, but instead “go out and have dinner or have a party.

“That’s her, always thinking about others. ‘I don’t want you to be sad, go out and have dinner,’ she said.

We’re hurting, but we’re grateful and we’re thankful to have had her.”

TOWN OF HUNTINGTON

By Jano Tantongco jtantongco@longislandergroup.com

The Huntington Opportunity Resource Center will be initiating a series of free training programs that will help the unemployed and underemployed prepare to re-enter the workforce thanks to grants totaling $100,000 from the New York State Regional Economic Development Council.

The awards allocated $50,000 to training to “dislocated” workers and another $50,000 to dislocated workers particularly in “special populations,” as part of funds from the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. Specifically, the money will be used to pay professors from St. Joseph’s College to teach these courses, which include career counseling/employment preparation, basic workforce skills, hospitality, and soldering and welding. The solder-

Photos courtesy of Joan Cergol

$100K In Grants To Allow Workforce Training At HORC

The Huntington Opportunity Resource Center was recently awarded $100,000 in grants from the New York State Regional Economic Development Council that will fund specialized training programs to help the underemployed and unemployed get back to work. ing and welding course will be taught by professors from Suffolk Community College, which is being subcontracted by St. Joseph’s.

These courses are designed to

teach skills that are not only specific to these fields, but to also be easily transferrable across an array of industries.

“What we’ve discovered is that

there really are a lot of jobs out there,” said Joan Cergol, director of the Huntington Community Development Agency, which oversees the HORC. “They [under/unemployed] just don’t have the skills to connect them to the jobs.”

Cergol wanted to apply for the grants to inject the HORC with funding, so she partnered up with St. Joseph’s, with which the center has had a longstanding relationship.

“With hospitality and tourism cited as one of the largest areas of future economic growth, much of the training will target that area,” said Gail Lamberta, the associate dean for community development at St. Joseph’s. “We are excited to have this opportunity to partner with the Huntington community and are confident that together we will make a positive impact for the participants in this workforce training program.”

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‘A Miracle’ Comes To Main Street

Sophia Eleni Kekllas [Susan Walker] and Kim Carson [Doris Walker] performing the scene “Arm in Arm” at the John W. Engeman Theater in “Miracle on 34th Street: The Musical.”

By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com

Northport Village was filled with holiday cheer last Thursday night as people shuffled into the John W. Engeman Theater to witness a musical take on the classic Christmas tale of “Miracle on 34th Street.”

Performers of Engeman’s production embodied the characters of the Meredith Willson musical, which was written in 1963 and based on the 1947 film “Miracle on 34th Street.”

Under the direction of Richard T. Dolce and with choreography by Antoniette DiPietropolo, the Engeman performance successfully de-

livered the tale about a man who claims to be the real Santa Claus and ends up uniting the New York City community.

With his all of white hair and calming glow, Kevin McGuire gave a remarkable performance as the wise and jolly Kris Kringle. Entering the stage in the opening scene, McGuire was the spitting image of Richard Attenborough, who portrayed the character in the 1994 remake of the film.

Sophia Eleni Kekllas, an adorable young actress who played Susan Walker, a mature and hopeful little girl who initially doesn’t believe in Santa Claus, also lit up the stage, delivering each line with

wit and charm.

Along with the theme of Christmas, the heartwarming relationships among the characters were a strong aspect that made watching the musical enjoyable.

In “A Playground in Central Park” scene, Fred Gaily (Aaron Ramey) depicts a father figure that Susan Walker (Sophia Eleni Kekllas) never had, and when Susan asks Fred to be her father, whispers of sympathy came from the audience.

While Susan is often spoken to as if she was an adult by her mother, Doris Walker (Kim Carson), the scene “Arm in Arm” interpret(Continued on page A9)

Kim Carson [Doris Walker], Aaron Ramey [Fred Gaily] and Sophia Eleni Kekllas [Susan Walker], embrace each other in the final scene, symbolizing a void that had been filled by one another.

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ed a strong-loving bond between the characters.

Fred and Doris go from having a tension-filled, love-hate relationship to finally embracing their affection for one another with a kiss.

Meanwhile, Marvin Shellhammer [Matt Wolpe] and R.H. Macy [Bill Nolte] were naturals at delivering comic relief throughout the play, particularly in the courtroom scenes and numbers like “That Man Over There” and “My State, My Kansas.”

Afterward, the reviews from audience members were positive.

“I enjoyed it very much,” said Theresa Smalley, 63, of Babylon.

“The actresses and actors gave us a great performance and it’s such a good old story…that no matter how many times I see it I never get tired.

It warms your heart.”

John Piccirillo, 70, also from Babylon, said the show gave a nice take on the wonderful classic and was very refreshing.

“It’s a lot of hard work, but it’s really fun and it’s worth it,” said Kekllas, 11, of Manhasset, about playing Susan. Kekllas said that her favorite scene is the number “What’s Love,”

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Aaron Ramey [Fred Gaily] and Sophia Eleni Kekllas [Susan Walker] deliver an emotional performance in the “A Playground in Central Park” scene, as a young girl longing for a father figure. because it’s when Santa spreads love to the community of 34th Street.

“A lot of people would think that being on stage is scary, but that’s my safe place,” she said, smiling. “It’s the place where I like to be all the time.”

John W. Engeman Theater will be hosting “Miracle on 34th Street: The Musical” until Jan. 3, 2016. Shows are between Thursdays and Sundays and tickets range from $69-$74.

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Kevin McGuire [Kris Kringle] depicts a jolly Santa Claus in Meredith Willson’s 1963 musical, “Miracle on 34th Street: The Musical.”

Support Made ‘Bee Gees Tribute Band’ A Success SPOTLIGHT

By Julio Avila info@longislandergroup.com

For Northport’s Peter Mazzeo, creator of The Hit Squad and The New York Bee Gees Tribute Band, the support of the local community as well as his bandmates is a key factor in his current level of success.

The bandleader, who has a strong local following, expects another successful show when he plays The Paramount on Jan. 8.

“I personally feel blessed to have the people in the band that play with me,” Mazzeo said. “[Also] the friends in the local area.”

Mazzeo was born in Brooklyn, lived in Ozone Park, Queens and Westbury, and came to the Huntington area during the mid 80s. It was then he performed with bands in a variety of genres: 60s music, pop and dance.

Some of his early venues included Chelsea’s and Cinnamon’s, both popular Huntington establishments at the time. He also did solos and duets with other local musicians, and those performances would help form the base of his future ventures.

“We all used to play in different bands, we started to fill in for each

Northport’s Peter Mazzeo, front man for one of the few Bee Gees Tribute bands in the country, brings the show to the Paramount on Jan. 8. other,” Mazzeo said. “This became ‘the unit.’”

The “unit” would eventually form Peter Mazzeo and The Hit Squad between 2009 and 2010. The band consists of over 10 members, some of whom have who played with major bands. Mike Flyntz, for example, was the guitarist for the heavy metal band, Riot, and is also the Hit Squad’s guitarist.

Mazzeo pointed out that though the band may have his name, it’s not all about him. Everyone shares the spotlight equally because of each

other’s efforts.

“We are most definitely an extended family,” Mazzeo said. “Everyone has their own role and everyone is allowed to shine.” He praises the band’s members saying they are “magnificent, unbelievably gifted.”

The idea for the Bee Gees Tribute Band emerged around a year-and-ahalf ago. Mazzeo said he wanted to expand, performing beyond the local setting. He had an idea to start a tribute band and chose the Bee Gees after hearing “How Deep Is Your Love” at an event. He found only

two other Bee Gees tribute bands from Canada and Australia.

“I thought, ‘you know, we can do this because we’ve been able to do vocally challenging material.’” Mazzeo said. “We were able to do songs a lot of bands find challenging.”

One ability Mazzeo brings is hitting the high notes the Bee Gee’s were known for. With this, Mazzeo could “expand my vocal range to build a falsetto.”

The band created promotional videos, uploaded them onto YouTube, and were quickly picked up by venues such as B.B. Kings -- a regular spot that helped the band “become more established,”-- Cafe Wha and the Highland Ballroom.

“I’m not exaggerating when I say ‘we have long lines of people.’”

Mazzeo said. “We’re not the original Bee Gees, but I would like to give them as close of an experience.”

Mazzeo and his band returns to the Paramount to perform the Bee Gees Tribute show on Friday, Jan. 8. The band will perform alongside Rainere Martin-- Tribute to Donna Summer- and Sir Duke-- Tribute to Stevie Wonder. It’s a show Mazzeo said he looks forward to performing in, in Huntington, the town that has backed him throughout the years.

“They are a tremendously supporting and caring community,” Mazzeo said. “I’m grateful for that.”

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With that said, we want to give you – our valued readers – the opportunity to vote for Town of Huntington small businesses you thought were the best businesses of 2015!

To submit your nominations: • Log onto our “Best of 2015!” landing page (longislandernews.com/ best-of-2015) • Click on our “Best of Huntington 2015! – Nominations” survey • After entering your name and e-mail address, enter your top choice for each category (e.g. “Best Burger,” “Best Italian Food,” “Best Cup of Coffee”) based on which Town of Huntington businesses are your favorites Nominations open Dec. 17th at noon and close Jan. 3rd at noon (each individual can enter up to one nomination per day during this period).

After the nomination period closes, we will tally up the top contenders for each category, and then let you know how you can vote for which you think is the best in each one.

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Hundreds Participate In Winter Concert

More than 900 St. Anthony’s High School student musicians participated in the school’s annual Christmas concert earlier his month. Performances were made by groups that included the school’s chorus, left, conducted by Brother Joshua DiMauro, and its symphonic band, right, conducted by Bruce Engel. There were also performances made by the school’s orchestra, concert band and Jazz band. The concert was held Dec. 11 and Dec. 12.

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Piccolo Mondo: A Diner’s Hidden Gem

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By Tes Silverman Piccolo Mondo, an Italian restaurant tucked in a shopping plaza between Maddaloni Jewelers and a nail salon, is a hidden gem in Huntington. Owned and operated by Roland Mizaku for 10 years, Piccolo Mondo, which means “small world” in Italian, serves classic dishes as well as new takes on traditional fare

by Chef Eric Engvaldsen.

While Engvaldsen has only been working at Piccolo Mondo for four months, his creativity can be seen and tasted from start to finish.

Appetizers like acorn squash soup ($8.95), jumbo lump crab ceviche ($13.95) and eggplant rollatini ($9.95) are great starters to an Italian feast. The acorn squash soup is creamy, but not heavy. The crab ceviche is served in a martini glass which is filling because it includes mango, avocado, Patron tequila and lime. If you like eggplant, the eggplant rollatini served with spinach, ricotta, melted mozzarella and light tomato sauce is the one to choose.

The eggplant’s firm, meaty texture goes well with the creamy ricotta and mozzarella cheeses, resulting in a delicious and hearty dish.

For entrees, you can’t go wrong with the branzino ($39.95) or the veal saltimbocca ($24.95). The branzino is served on a bed of potatoes, caramelized onions and drizzled with basil wine sauce. It has a mild, sweet flavor and delicate, yet firm texture. The veal saltimbocca is

Piccolo Mondo is tucked in a shopping plaza between Maddaloni Jewelers and a nail salon. served with prosciutto, sage, red wine, spinach and potato gnocchi, makes it a dish that’s layered with complex flavors and textures.

If you love dessert, try the chocolate and white chocolate mousse ($9) and the tiramisu ($8). The chocolate and white chocolate mousse is creamy and decadent and well-worth the calories if you want to splurge. Rather than being made with ladyfingers, this tiramisu is made with RumChata creamy rum, Van Gogh Espresso Vodka, whipped cream and chocolate shavings, making it a more adult version.

If you’re looking to pair these desserts with a drink, the Nutty Italianman Cappuccino made with Frangelico liqueur and Amaretto di Saronno is the one to have.

In addition to dinner, Piccolo Mondo offers $10 lunch specials Wednesdays-Fridays from 12-3 p.m.

“We invite our diners to join us in sampling a big taste of our small world,” said Mizaku.

Branzino on sliced potato, caramelized onions with basil wine sauce.

Piccolo Mondo 1870 E. Jericho Turnpike Huntington 631-462-0718 piccolomondoli.com Ambiance: Casual Cuisine: Italian Price: Moderate Hours: Lunch: WednesdayFriday, 12-3 p.m.; Dinner: Sunday-Thursday, 4-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 4-11 p.m.

The acorn squash is creamy, but not heavy.

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ganic, two operations we announced would be coming to Huntington village, have officially opened for business. Vauxhall (26 Clinton Ave., 631425-0222), run by the owners of Seaford’s rock bar, The Leaky Lifeboat, opened on Dec. 3. Earlier this week, on a mildly cool Winter Solstice eve, the dimly lit restaurant was crowded. Almost all the tables were taken, with a few customers at the bar. The idea behind opening the restaurant was to bring a missing hipster feel to Huntington , said co-owner and former hardcore rock music player Sal Magnino. “We saw this spot was open and we really wanted to do something cool and hip,” Magnino said. “And bring a vibe into the town like a New York City, Brooklyn vibe.” The Dec. 3 opening was not a formal grand opening, and Mignano said they may not have an official grand opening. He said the public’s reaction has been positive so far.

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Bee-Organic, an organic cafe and juice bar, opened on Nov. 29 in Huntington village. ment of craft beers and beers on tap as well as vegan options, like a black bean sweet potato burger. It has a latenight build-a-burger special that starts at 10 p.m. weekdays and 11 p.m. on weekends. The offer starts at $12 and increases in price depending on toppings. Additionally, Bee-Organic (24 Wall St., 631-470-1924, bee-organic.com), an organic cafe and juice bar offering breakfast, juices, smoothies, salads, wraps and veggie burgers, opened Nov. 29. There is also a location in Great Neck.

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BUSINESS Driven To Give People Their Own Wheels

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Eric Outcalt, fresh start program coordinator at Certi-Care Pre Owned of Huntington, stands next to a 2013 Honda Accord, which is a customer favorite at the Huntington Station dealership.

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Anxiety combines with excitement when car buyers walk into dealerships, hoping to buy their dream cars without getting misled to spend more than what is in their budgets or turned away because of the status of their credit.

At Certi-Care Pre Owned of Huntington, a division of Huntington Honda, the staff works hard to ease that tension.

“We don’t pass judgment,” said Eric Outcalt, the fresh start program coordinator at Certi-Care. “A bad credit

circumstance is a circumstance. It’s not a reflection of you as a person. It’s generally an outside force applied not an inside force released.”

To get customers in a car, CertiCare works with clients to find a way to get them financing.

“As long as a customer can prove that they have enough income to support the loan, they can drive out with a car,” said Outcalt, 54, of Coram.

Outcalt said customers are not turned away because of bad credit.

“Everybody gets to drive. If they walk through the door and they have a need, they get what they came for,” he continued.

Certi-Care, located at 147 E. Jericho Turnpike in Huntington Station, sells not only Hondas, but all makes and models, including Cadillacs, Acuras, Fiats, Mercedes-Benz and more, Outcalt said.

As opposed to Honda-certified cars, which have 7-year, 100,000-mile warranties, Certi-Care vehicles have 10-

year, 125,000-mile powertrain warranties.

“You get 24-hour roadside assistance, emergency trip interruption protection, a CarFax vehicle history and we cover the powertrain prep to 125,000 miles,” Outcalt said. “It’s a pretty inclusive package and the customers have major benefits when they buy a pre-owned car from us.”

With prices ranging from $6,000$60,000, Certi-Care sells more than 150 cars a month, Outcalt said. A customer favorite is the Honda Accord and, now that the weather is changing, the Honda CRV small SUV is also a big seller.

For Honda Accords from 2009 to the latest models that have 80,000 miles or less, a customer can pay less than $12,000, said Outcalt.

“This is what I enjoy the most, because I’m giving back a little bit making something happen for someone who didn’t think could happen,” Outcalt said. “I’m truly a problem-solver

at my end of the business and that’s very gratifying.”

Owned by Huntington Honda for more than 10 years, the building can fit as many as 30 cars inside for those harsh times during the winter. It became Certi-Care a year ago.

For the holidays, customers can receive a $500 value when buying a car before the end of the year, along with a free remote-start when mentioning the Certi-Care TV ad.

“People are concerned, as they should be, about where to buy a car,” Outcalt said. “If they make this their first stop, they’ll certainly make it their last stop. It’s a different place. It’s a different experience.”

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BUSINESS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Cheers to ‘New’ Chamber Members The Huntington Chamber of Commerce is proud to close 2015 by reflecting on all the “new” chamber members who make our community a better place to live, work and shop.

Below is a list of chamber members from June 2015 to December 2015.

Please remember to utilize and refer to fellow chamber members when seeking a product or service. You can easily access chamber members on your phone by downloading the application MyChamberApp or going to the membership directory on the chamber website at huntingtonchamber.com and do your part to shop local.

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3 Water, Huntington J. Schmitz Design, Huntington All In 1 Vape Inc., Greenlawn Army Career Center, Smithtown Atomic Tae Kwon Do, Huntington Brooklyn Medical & Surgical PLLC, Brooklyn Canine Corral, Huntington Station CMIT Solutions of East & West Nassau, Melville Combined Insurance, Bohemia

• Depco Inc./Olan Laboratories, Hauppauge • Farmingdale State College, Farmingdale • FETCH, Huntington • Flemington Furs, Huntington Station, • Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Huntington, Huntington Station • Gathering of Light Interspiritual Fellowship, Kings Park • General Needs Ltd., East Nortport • Halesite Press DBA Long Island Writers House, Huntington • Haven Gallery, Northport • Henna Happiness, Huntington • Hilaire Rehab and Nursing, Huntington • Hoffman-Grayson Architects, LLP, Huntington • Humana, Uniondale • Huntington Art Center Ltd., Huntington • Huntington Jewish Center, Huntington • Huntington Republican Committee, Huntington • Jonny D's Pizza, Greenlawn • Laura's Dance & Fitness Studio LLC, Huntington • Lucky To Live Here Realty, Cold Spring Harbor • M.B. Mansouri, Architect, P.C., Huntington Station • Mainline Electric Corp., Huntington Station • Meaney & Meaney, P.C., Huntington • MetLife, Hauppague

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• Sound Wealth Financial Group, Hauppauge • Sovereign Global Advisors, Melville • Supporting Strategies North Shore LI, East Northport • The Collision Centers of Huntington Inc., Huntington Station • The Little Gym of Huntington, Huntington • The Puppet Company, Huntington • The Whaling Museum and Ed cation Center, Cold Spring Harbor • TruBlue House Care, Huntington • Walk Radio/Connoisseur Media, Farmingdale • We Connect the Dots Inc., Melville • Westy Storage, East Northport • Woodbury Country Club, Woobury

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HOLIDAY DECORATING CONTEST Presented by Councilwoman Tracey Edwards, Town of Huntington & Long Islander News Councilwoman Tracey Edwards, the Town of Huntington and Long Islander News present winners of the first-ever Town of Huntington Holiday Decorating Contest..

In what is sure to become a holiday tradition, residents sent photographs of their holiday displays. A panel of judges selected the best of several categories, and on December 19, after visits to the finalist’s home, the overall winners were selected.

It wasn’t easy -- there were many unique, creative and wonderful traditions, representing many faiths and cultures. Congratulations to the grand prize winners: the Dillon family of Northport, the Laguerre family of Huntington, the Mosera family of Huntington Station.

Thanks to the judges: Councilwoman Tracey Edwards; NYS Assemblyman Chad Lupinacci; Huntington Superintendent of Highways Pete Gunther; Suffolk County Legislator William “Doc” Spencer; and Long islander News Associate Publisher Peter Sloggatt.

Happy holidays to all. We’re looking forward to next year!

and the Winners are...

Dillon family, Northport

Laguerre family, Huntington

Mosera family, Huntington Station

Best of Category Winners Best Festive & Cultural

Best Huntington Businesses

Santoianni family

Blum family

Huntington Public Library

Better Homes and Gardens Atlantic Shores Real Estate Davis family

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Best Traditional & Classic

Pretty family

Frein family

Picard family

Frank family

Best Holiday Homes

Haddock family

Rippel family Schombs family

Ligouri family

Best Fun & Whimsical

Rivera family

Garcia family

Rocco family

Setchel family

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THURSDAY International Pianist Performing At Church

Spend Christmas Eve with internationally-known pianist Alex Pryrodny who will perform with the St. John’s Episcopal Church’s choir and string quartet. The eucharist and performance will be Thursday, Dec. 24, 8 p.m. at St. Johns Episcopal Church, 12 Prospect St., Huntington,

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Ridotto Concert, ‘Princely Patrons: A

Festive New Year’s Concert’ The Long Island-based, non-profit cultural organization Ridotto will be holding its ‘With A Touch Of Theater’ concert series.

Its upcoming show, ‘Princely Patrons: A Festive New Year’s Concert,’ will have music from Beethoven and Haydn and accompaniment by pianist Yoonie Han. The Concert is Sunday, Jan. 10, 4 p.m., at the Huntington Jewish Center, 510 Park Ave., Huntington. Tickets are $10, student; $18, members; $20, seniors; $25, adults. For ticket reservations, call 631-385-0372.

FRIDAY Gloria Dei Christmas Dinner

Enjoy a nice, hot meal and dessert provided by volunteers at this year’s annual Christmas Dinner, at Gloria Dei Church’s Olson Hall, East 18th St., Huntington Station. Toys will also be given to children. The dinner is open to the public and will be held Christmas Day, Friday, Dec. 25, 12 noon-2 p.m. For more information, call 631-271-2466.

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SATURDAY Return With Home with ‘E.T. The Extra Terrestrial’

Watch the classic 1982 movie, “E.T. The Extra Terrestrial” at the Cinema Arts Centre at 423 Park Ave., Huntington.

Director Steven Spielberg takes viewers on the adventures of a 10-year-old boy who befriends a visitor from out of this world. The screening is Saturday, Dec. 26, at 12 noon. Tickets are $7 for members, $12 for the public, $9 for Seniors (Age 62 and older) and students with I.D. and $5 for children 12 and under.

For more information, visit cinemaartscentre.org.

SUNDAY WinterFest At Museum

Explore and learn all things winter Sunday, Dec. 27, 12 noon-3 p.m. at the Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor. Find out how certain sea creatures adapt to the cold, touch real blubber, partake in crafts and other activities and much more. Admission is $10 for children, $6 for adults, free for members. Face painting is $4. For more information, visit cshwhalingmuseum.org.

MONDAY Laugh-A-Lot Poetry

Join Darren Sardelli, an award-winning poet, as he recites poetry for kids.

Sardelli is known to make poetry entertaining and has been featured on many platforms and publications. The poetry recital is free at the Long Island Writers House, 46 Green St., Huntington. There are two shows-- 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

TUESDAY Biome In A Bottle

The Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium (1660 Route 25A in Cold Spring Harbor) is hosting a slew of events this holiday break, including a

chocolate and cookies while exploring.

Tours will be held Saturday, Dec. 26 and Sunday, Dec. 27, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Admission is $10 for adults, $9 for children and seniors age 62 and older and $5 for children ages 12 and under.

Tickets are available at the door and online at the museum’s website.

Twilight Tour At Vanderbilt Museum Enjoy an annual, exclusive evening tour of the Vanderbilt Mansion (180 Little Neck Road, Centerport) with some hot chocolate and cookies, Saturday, Dec. 26 and Sunday, Dec. 27, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For ticket reservations, call 631-385-0372. presentation on how to make a self-sufficient biome 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 29. Visit cshfha.org for a list of other dates and times for these events and more.

WENESDAY Smash Bros. Tournament

The Huntington Public Library (338 Main St., Huntington) will host a Super Smash Bros. tournament 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 30. The tournament is for children and teens in grades 6-12.

Brackets, snacks, and prizes – what better way to spend a Wednesday night?

Visit thehuntingtonlibrary.org for more info.

THURSDAY Rockin’ In The New Year

Ring in 2016 by reliving 1989. Spend New Year’s Eve with Jesse’s Girl, a bad consisting of some of New York City’s successful rock and pop artists who will take you into the future by going back in time. The show is Thursday, Dec. 31, 10 p.m., doors open at 9 p.m. Tickets are $25-$55. For more information, visit paramountny.com.

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• Snowy Scenes Story And Crafts: Children and parents can spend time together listening to winter stories and creating winter-themed artwork. The program is Tuesday, Dec. 29, 11 a.m.

Registration is required and is for children ages two to five. Parents must accompany their children.

• Bad Art Afternoon: Spend an afternoon creating artwork that would probably not qualify for the ranks of the Metropolitan Museum of Art or the Louvre. The objective is to create the most possible ugliest artwork. The session is Wednesday, Dec. 30, 4 p.m.

Registration is required and is for children in grades 5 to 8.

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FRIDAY Food And Drinks In 2016

New Year’s means drinks and food.

Enjoy drink and brunch specials 11 a.m.3 p.m. at Sandbar (55 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor) and 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. at Besito (402 New York Ave., Huntington).

Food, drinks and prices vary by location.

Contact Sandbar at 631-498-6188 and Besito at 631-549-0100 for specials listings and prices.

UPCOMING/ONGOING Long Island Winter Farmer's Market

Come and get fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as other delectables from local vendors, at this year’s Long Island Winter Farmer’s Market. It takes place at Jack Abrams School, 155 Lowndes Avenue in Huntington Station. The market will take place every Sunday after, until April 24.

Holiday Twilight Tours At Vanderbilt Museum

Explore the Vanderbilt Mansion during an annual after-Christmas tour at night.

See the mansion with all its holiday decorations, trees and decors as it was meant to be seen at night. Enjoy hot

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

• Winter Break Lunch And Bingo: Enjoy some lunch as the action intensifies in a game of bingo. The luncheon is Wednesday, Dec. 30, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Registration required and is for children in grades six to 12.

• Have your little ones ring in the New Year with a New Year’s Eve party and still make it back in time for bedtime.

The party is Thursday, Dec. 31, 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Registration is required and is for children in grades K to 5.

Deer Park Library

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

• New Year Craft: Start 2016 off with a newly created work of art. The event is all day Monday, Dec. 28, 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. No registration needed and is open for all ages holding a Deer Park Library card. Children under 11 must be accompanied by an adult.

• Create A Candle: Children can light up their morning with a freshly created candle from scratch. Children can be creative as they create their candles out of scented wax. The workshop is Tuesday, Dec. 29, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Contact the library to register and is for children in grades one to five.

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Available in the museum shop at$5 per person.

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Elwood Public Library

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

• ‘Tune In And Tune Out’ Movie Marathon: Take a day to binge-watch movies and relax from the holiday stresses. The marathon takes place Tuesday, Dec. 29, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Registration is required and snacks will be provided, but marathon goers can bring their own snacks as well.

‘Princely Patrons: A Festive New Year’s Concert’ Korean pianist, Yoonie Han, will perform at Ridotto’s annual concert on Sunday Jan. 10, at 4 p.m. The concert will be held at the Huntington Jewish Center (510 Park Ave., Huntington). There will also be musical renditions of Beethoven and Haydn. Call 631-385-0372 for information and ticket reservation.

Prices vary.

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.

• Karaoke Party For Special Needs Children Party: Spend an evening singing karaoke. The party will be Monday, Dec. 28, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Refreshments will be served.

Registration is required and is for special needs children in grades four and above.

• Countdown to the New Year: Families and their children can countdown to midnight...golf time, 12 p.m. our time, eastern standard time. The countdown is 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Registration is required and is for families with children in grades one to five.

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South Huntington Public Library

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

• Bring The Little Minions to ‘Minions:’ The loveable, yellow creatures will be at the South Huntington LIbrary. The Library will be screening ‘Minions,’ a movie based off of ‘Despicable Me.’ Find out the history of the minions and the adventures they were on before meeting Gru when he was young. The screening takes place Sunday, Dec. 27, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. No registration required.

31 Broadway, Greenlawn. 631-757-4200. harborfieldslibrary.org • Casual Coloring For Adults: Adults can relax and spend a colorful afternoon coloring. The session meets Tuesday, Dec. 29, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Participants are required to bring pencils or crayons. Watercolors and paint are not permitted.

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.

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Huntington Public Library

B. J. Spoke Gallery

Main branch: 338 Main St., Huntington.

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

• ‘Steven Universe’ Brunch: Young fans of the hit Cartoon Network show, ‘Steven Universe,’ can create and enjoy Steven’s own “Together Breakfast” consisting of popcorn, waffles and whip cream. Fans can also enjoy episodes of “Steven Universe” while brunching. Partake in the fun on Monday, Dec. 28, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Registration is required and is for fans in grades five to eight.

Northport-East Northport Public Library

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

• Tricks Of The Trade: Does your child want to be a magician or learn magic tricks? Children will now have a chance to learn the secrets behind tricks and illusions from a professional magician. Children can also bring magic tricks of their own to better their skills. The lessons will be Monday, Dec. 28, 3 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. at the East Northport branch. No registration is needed, but priority will be given to NENPL card holders.

MUSEUMS/EXHIBITS

• “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. Jay Jaffee, 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.

Art League of Long Island

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.

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.

Holocaust Memorial And Tolerance Center

Welwyn Preserve, 100 Crescent Beach Road, Glen Cove. Hours: MondayFriday. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday noon-4 p.m. 516-571-8040, ext.

100. holocaust-nassau.org.

• The permanent exhibit explains the 1930s increase of intolerance, the reduction of human rights and the lack of intervention that enabled the persecution and mass murder of millions of Jews and 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

Ripe Art Gallery

1028 Park Ave., Huntington. TuesdayThursday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Friday, 2-8 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. ripeartgal.com. 631-239-1805.

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

305 North Service Road, Dix Hills, NY 11746. 631-656-2110. FTC.edu.

• Wild Women of Comedy: Saturday, Jan. 23, 7:30 p.m. Call or visit online for information, seat availability and reservation and ticket pricing.

The Paramount

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

• The Roots: Saturday, Dec. 26, 8 p.m.

See website for ticket price and info.

• New Year’s Eve With Jesse’s Girl: Thursday, Dec. 31, 10 p.m., doors open at 9 p.m. See website for ticket price and info.

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

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

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Santa Spreads Holiday Cheer Around Town Photo by Steve Silverman

Santa arrived in Dix Hills from the North Pole last weekend when his sleigh touched down at the Dix Hills Fire Department’s headquarters. Dix Hills fire engines and ambulances then escorted Santa on his journey through the streets to spread holiday greetings while handing out candy treats to children. Santa, inset, and his helpers from Dix Hills Fire Department Company One are pictured, right, at Station 2 on Carlls Straight Path preparing for the journey. Some of the other neighborhoods in Dix Hills were visited by Headquarters Company 2 and Station One Company 3.

$100K in grants to allow workforce training at HORC (Continued from page A7)

the program with the HORC. She was also born and raised in Huntington Station.

Cergol emphasized the strategic location of the HORC, which is headquartered right by the Huntington Long Island Rail Road station.

The center is within walking distance of the census tracts showing the greatest need for assistance, she said.

“Huntington Station has robust census tracts,” she said. “It’s not a

bad area, but there are some pockets of poverty.”

She hopes that this program will help residents re-enter the workforce, and by elevating these “pockets,” it “lifts up the whole area.”

The HORC aims to begin classes in February or March 2016. Cergol noted that the center is in the midst of outreach efforts to those who meet the eligibility requirements of either being dislocated or, more specifically, dislocated in special populations,

such as veterans, ex-offenders, those with limited English proficiency, those with disabilities and recipients of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families benefits.

“Dislocated” includes four criteria: those who have been laid off who are unlikely to return to their previous industry or occupation; those who have been laid off due to the permanent closing of or mass layoff at a plant, facility or enterprise; those who were self-employed, but are now unem-

ployed because of economic conditions or natural disasters; and displaced homemakers who cannot find employment who were dependent on the income of another family member, but are no longer supported by that income.

Anyone interested in registering for this program may email the center at HuntingtonORC@HuntingtonNY.gov with their name and contact information.

Young and old contribute to community choir’s success (Continued from page A3)

this” each May and December, Leopold said.

One sponsor is Alan Orloff, Leopold’s husband, who himself has had a career in music.

“It seems like a logical extension of what we are, what we do and who we are,” Orloff said. “We’re in a position

to have a little extra time now that we’re retired from the public schools, so we take on an unbelievable amount of other things around like this choir.”

Orloff said he hopes concertgoers appreciate the group’s particular style.

“Anyone hearing this chorus will have to say, ‘I don’t know that I’ve ever heard people sing that way,’”

Orloff said. “That’s the thing I think I’m proudest of my wife about.”

Leopold said she hopes to get more members and to take on more “hard” music and choral challenges. Next year’s performances will feature instrumental accompaniments.

But has even higher hopes for the future.

“There’s a ‘Debut Series’ at Carnegie Hall and I would like to apply for that and hopefully be accepted,” Leopold said, adding that the choir has performed there, but for festivals. The “Debut Series” consists of many community choirs singing together. “This is a goal for five years from now.”

Department raising funds for cancer-stricken firefighter (Continued from page A1)

ington). “We have a moral obligation to stand together, support these brave men and women, and never forget the selfless sacrifice they made and continue to make for New Yorkers and all Americans.”

The campaign for Vierling was started two days before Congress renewed the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act as part of their year-end spending bill that was subsequently signed into law by President Barack Obama. The re-

newed act provides $8.1 billion in funding for victims’ compensation and medical treatment and monitoring for first responders at Ground Zero. It previously expired in October when Congress had failed to renew it.

“It should never have taken Con-

gress this long to act, but after… [the] Zadroga Act reauthorization passed, I am pleased that Lt. Vierling and thousands of other first responders will be able to receive the medical treatment that they need and deserve,” Israel added.

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HillSPORTS BOYS BASKETBALL>> HILLS WEST 67, DEER PARK 58

By Andrew Wroblewski awroblewski@longislandergroup.com

Hills West’s “big four” has paved the way for the Colts’ early success on the basketball court this season.

The combination of Richard Altenord, Kian Dalyrimple, Cameron Jordan and Deven Williams have scored 82 percent of Hills West points this season. They combined for 59 points in Hills West’s 81-48 win over Hauppauge on Dec. 15 and then for 63 points in their 67-58 win over Deer Park on Dec. 17.

The wins were Hills West’s first of the young League IV season. As of deadline Monday, Hills West kept pace with the league’s other leaders, Bellport and West Babylon, both of which were also 2-0. Hills West was set to play Bellport after deadline on Monday.

Altenord, the Colts’ senior point guard, is averaging 19 points per game. He also leads the team in assists with an average of six per game.

Dalyrimple, another senior, has been the most impressive player in the bunch as he’s recorded two double-doubles in two games this season and is currently Hills West’s scoring leader with an average of 21.5 per game. He scored 26 points and grabbed 10 rebounds against Hauppauge and against Deer Park he scored 17 points and hauled in 12 rebounds.

No other player on Hills West has yet to record a double-double this season, but Jordan has come close. The junior scored nine points and grabbed 12 rebounds against Hauppauge.

He then scored 16 points and added eight rebounds against Deer Park.

Another senior guard, Williams, is averaging eight points per game. He also dished out five assists against Hauppauge.

Along with the “big four,” Hills West has also gotten contributions from Matt Asenjo, Gaetham Fils-Aime, Tom Raneri, Gabe Satterwhite, Jeff Terry and Jake Willinger.

Hills West is next scheduled to play at Baldwin Senior High School at 6 p.m. Dec. 28.

Long Islander News photos/Andrew Wroblewski

‘Big Four’ Pacing Colts Through Early Goings

Cameron Jordan, a junior, pictured last season during Hills West’s playoff win over Deer Park. The Colts defeated Deer Park again on Dec. 17, 67-58.

BOYS BASKETBALL>> NORTHPORT 73, HILLS EAST 72

T-Birds Force OT, But Can’t Complete Upset

By Andrew Wroblewski awroblewski@longislandergroup.com

The Thunderbirds on Friday nearly took down one of Suffolk’s semifinalists from a season ago.

Hills East forced Northport in overtime, but couldn’t complete the upset as they fell 73-72.

The Thunderbirds led for a majority of the game, including 3937 at halftime. Hills East played fast, capitalizing on Northport’s missed shots and turnovers to break through the Tigers defense, which was anchored by the 6-foot-7 Lukas Jarrett.

Hills East extended its lead to 5342 in the middle of the third quarter, but fell off from there. Northport’s potent offense became to come to life, thanks to what was ultimately a 31-point performance by Sean O’Shea and a double-double by Jarrett. Northport tied the game at the end of the third quarter and then took the lead early in the fourth.

Both teams traded punches throughout the fourth. Northport held a one-point lead with seconds left to play as Hills East’s D’Nathan Knox got the ball. The

D'Nathan Knox, center, attempts to drive to the basket against Northport on Friday. senior got the ball at Northport’s left elbow and attempted a jump shot, but it didn’t go in.

However, Hills East’s Julien Crittendon came down with the rebound and was fouled as he attempted a put back.

Crittendon, a sophomore, then went to the foul line with the game on the line. As the home crowd at

Hills East held its breath, Crittendon missed the first, but nailed the second shot to send the game into overtime.

In overtime, Northport jumped out to a four-point lead before Hills East evened the score at 72-72 with seconds left to play.

Northport got the ball to Jarrett on offense and the senior drove to

Hills East’s basket as he tried to give his team the lead. Jarrett ended up drawing a blocking foul and went to the foul line where he hit one-of-two shots.

With 4.8 seconds remaining, Hills East worked some magic to inbound the ball and get it to Knox around midcourt. Knox drove towards Northport’s basket, but lost his balance at the top of the key. The game came to an end without a final shot attempt by the Thunderbirds.

The loss is Hills East’s second in League-II play this season.

Northport advanced to 2-0 in league play and 4-0 on the season.

Knox led Hills East with 23 points. Crittendon scored 22 points and both Joe Branch and Kenny Mathurin scored eight points each.

Sayvion Lewis, Hills East’s second-leading scoring entering the game, was held to six points.

The Thunderbirds next played Lindenhurst on Tuesday after deadline. Hills East will be in action again next week when they play in a tournament at Elwood-John Glenn High School on Tuesday and then at Bellport High School on Wednesday.

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