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NEWSPAPER THURSDAY, JUNE 16, 2016 DIX HILLS

Zone Change Needed For Senior Center By Jano Tantongco jtantongco@longislandergroup.com

A proposal to construct a 174,557-square-foot senior assisted-living facility with 166 apartments on Deer Park Avenue in Dix Hills requires a zone change from the Huntington Town Board. The proposed Brightview Senior Living center would be built upon 10 acres that is currently home to Bella Casa Floral Design and Bissett Nursery just north of Talisman Drive, and south of the Park Shore Preschool and Kindergarten. In order to move

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The proposed 166-unit Brightview Senior Living senior assisted-living facility would be built across 10 acres of land spanning three parcels on Deer Park Avenue in Dix Hills, north of Talisman Drive, and south of the Park Shore Preschool and Kindergarten.

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Earlier this month 578 graduates became official alumni of Saint Anthony’s High School, as they received their diplomas during the annual commencement exercises held in the student center. Thousands of parents, grandparents, family and friends attended the ceremony on June 4. For the full list of graduates, flip to page A2.

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The 578 members of the St. Anthony’s High School Class of 2016 are escorted to the student center by the Friar Pipe Band during the high school’s annual commencement exercises on June 4. Christopher Adamo Alyssa Adamo Antoinette Addeo Jacey Adler Kwesi Afrim Thomas Henderson Alex Aliscio John Allen Aileen Almonte Vincent Amalfitano Paige Amoroso Nan An Harrison Angevine Brady Anna Samantha Annunziato Louis Aquino Matteo Arduini Kayla Arestivo Vincent Ashton Katrina Avilla Oladimeji Babalola Jun Hyung Bae George Baez Laura Baez Jillian Banger Kathryn Barbato Tyler Barrow Kyle Barry Isabella Barsalona Kristen Barsella Thomas Beirne Mary Bermudez Jenna Bernhardt John Best Natalie Biancardi Savannah Bitzas Brianna Blackwell Conor Blair Benjamin Bock Alyssa Bonapace Carlo (CJ) Bonfante Gabrielle Bonifazio Paige Bottari Harrison Boyd Erin Boyle Robert Boyle Timothy Braddick Ryan Brady Alexander Brancati Malachi Brathwaite Ashli Brewster Anthony Brigante Andrew Brown Gianna Brown Allison Brown Stephanie Browne Frederick Buckholtz Angelina Buffolino Phuoc Bui Huan Bui Jennifer Burgos Nicholas Busuttil Kasey Byrne Victoria Byrnes Rhiannon Callahan Charlotte Campbell Michael Campbell Grace Cannon Sean Cannon Jiaqi Cao Nicole Capogna

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Board Wants To Revamp Animal Code By Jano Tantongco jtantongco@longislandergroup.com

The Huntington Town Board has proposed sweeping changes to the portion of town code that pertains to animals, including cracking down on owners who do not pick up their animal’s waste, or who leave their animal unattended in a vehicle without proper ventilation. Changes include limiting the amount of time dogs may be tethered to no more than two continuous hours in a 12-hour period; mandating that dog owners pick up their dog’s waste, secure it in a sealed plastic bag and deposit it in a covered garbage can; banning the use of choke collars; requiring that animals tethered for more than 15 minutes must have continuous access to food, shelter and water; and prohibiting owners from leaving animals in unattended vehicles without sufficient ventilation. The proposal was spurred by a resolution the board originally proposed last month. That proposal was intended to protect harbor waters by cracking down on pet owners who do not pick up their pet’s waste, but the

board opted to instead initiate further changes to the town code. The new legislation will be the focus of a public hearing July 12, 2 p.m., at Huntington Town Hall. Regarding pet waste, the proposed changes would make it illegal for dogs to defecate, urinate or “commit a nuisance” on public property except for the portion of a public street between “curb lines,” according to the proposal. Additionally, it would be illegal for the same to happen on private property without the consent of the property owner. The proposal was penned by Huntington Councilman Mark Cuthbertson, and spurred by a meeting the town attorney’s office had with Brian Shapiro, New York State director of the Humane Society of the United States. Cuthbertson said he learned that similar animal laws have been passed in the Town of Hempstead, leading him to consult with Huntington’s Animal Control Division and the New York chapter of the Humane Society. He said the proposed stipulations would be enforced by the town’s Department of Public Safety’s Animal

Huntington has proposed changes to the portion of town code that pertains to animals, including cracking down on owners who do not pick up their animal’s waste, or who leave their animal unattended in a vehicle without proper ventilation. Control division. “These updates will allow Code Enforcement to better protect the health, welfare and safety of Huntington residents and their animals,” Cuthbertson said in an email last week. The pet waste portion of the proposed law came out of the first organizational meeting of the Inter-Municipal Council for the Northport Bay Complex, which agrees to enact uniform municipal codes for the Town of Huntington and the incorporated villages of Asharoken and Northport.

The proposal aims to protect the bay from the “contaminating effects of pet waste in order to protect the health, safety and general welfare of those using local wasters from exposure to this particular source of pathogenic bacteria.” Violations of the portions dealing with leaving animals unattended, tethering and choke collar would range from $500-$5,000. As for infractions for waste disposal, those penalties would carry a fine of $250, or up to 15 days imprisonment.

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tures like this, I often like to think about the simple beauty of synchronizaand sickened by this past week’s tragic act of tion that we just happen to enkilling in Orlando, Florida. If you have not counter all throughout our heard, a gunman took to a gay nightclub early lives. Next time you’re at a Sunday morning, opening fire, IN THE KNOW stop light, look at two cars’ killing 49 people, and woundWITH AUNT ROSIE blinkers. Try to find the moing 53 others. It’s the worst ment where they synchronize mass shooting ever to occur on for a few moments, then fall United States soil. It’s terrible. It’s a travesty. out of sync. Call me crazy, but And it needs to stop. We as a nation, as a peoI like to appreciate little serendipitous moments ple, need to come together and stop the violike that. It’s the stuff of life! lence – stop the hate. Some of you might be aware that this past Tuesday was Flag Day. For the rest of you, it’s time for another handy Aunt Rosie “know your patriotic holidays” factoid. Flag Day commemorates the day in 1777 on which the Second Continental Congress adopted the red, white and blue as its flag. F.Y.I., two years earlier, the U.S. Army, then the American continental army, was formed – so happy 240th birthday, U.S. Army. Official recognition came in 1916 when President Woodrow Wilson declared June 14 as Flag Day. In 1949, Congress established National Flag Day, giving the president the wherewithal to officially proclaim the observance each year.

Sun and Moon… The poetry of nature will be in full swing on Monday as the summer solstice dawns upon us. For those who don’t know, the day is the longest one of the year and marks the official beginning of summer. Especially auspicious this time around is its overlap with a full moon. The cherry on top must be that Monday derives from the Old English M nandæg, which means “moon day.” At junc-

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ular as Mother’s Day, Father’s Day is a sometimes-downplayed holiday worth keeping in mind. The country’s first day to commemorate fathers took place on July 5, 1908, when a church in West Virginia sponsored a day honoring 362 men who perished in a coal mine explosion, according to History.com. However, this was just a one-time event. The next year, a Washington woman named Sonora Smart Dodd successfully campaigned in her state to have a day formally recognized for fathers on July 19, 1910. It eventually caught on, and by 1924, President Calvin Coolidge urged states to take up and recognize the holiday. It was not until 1972, however, when the holiday was federally proclaimed by none other than President Richard Nixon.

A 23-year-old Huntington Station man was arrested in Melville at around 7:50 a.m. on June 6 for allegedly driving unlicensed and possessing marijuana. The man, who was driving a 2014 Toyota Camry, according to police, was charged with third-degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle and for unlawful possession of marijuana.

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Heroin Dealer A 26-year-old Dix Hills man was arrested in Huntington at around 5:25 p.m. on June 10 for allegedly selling heroin on Nov. 12, 2014. Police charged him with third-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance.

A 26-year-old Wheatley Heights woman was arrested in Bay Shore for allegedly possessing heroin and a hypodermic instrument at around 1 p.m. on June 8. Police said the woman, who was driving a 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe, was involved in a car accident near the intersection of Sunrise Highway and Manor Lane. Police charged her with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, and for possession of a hypodermic instrument.

Garage Door Opener Replaced, Then Stolen An unknown person allegedly replaced a man’s garage door mechanism without his knowledge, and removed the old one, on June 5 at a Chatham Place residence in Dix Hills. Police said that the same man reported the next day that the new mechanism was also stolen.

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A 47-year-old Wheatley Heights woman was arrested at around 5:22 p.m. on June 10 for allegedly possessing a stolen car and trying to scrap it at a MacAdam Street scrapyard in Bay Shore. Police said the woman was found with the stolen 1986 Mercury Cougar on May 25, and that she falsely filled out a motor vehicle form stating she owned the car. Police charged her with fourth-degree criminal possession of stolen property, and firstdegree offering a false instrument for filing.

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DIX HILLS

Police are seeking information on an unknown man whose dead body was found off of the Northern State Parkway in Dix Hills in 2000. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and the New York State Police are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the person or people responsible killing a man, whose faces is depicted in a computerized facial reconstruction provided by police. The man’s decomposed body was found off of the Northern State Parkway, east of Wolf Hill Road, on March 9, 2000. Investigators said the victim was shot with a large caliber pistol and stuffed into a black garbage bag. The victim is described as a white male, 35-45 years old and 140-150 pounds. The victim had short, dark hair and was wearing a khaki-colored short-sleeved shirt with black trim, a T-shirt with a New Jersey emblem, jeans and a bathing suit. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward of up to $5,000

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This month school districts throughout forts to rescue dozens of hostages still bethe Town of Huntington will send their ing held. The gunman reportedly pledged graduates into the world. Commencement allegiance to the Islamic State during his ceremonies – most scheduled for next siege, but the fact that he chose a nightweekend – come with a spirit of hope and club that caters to the gay community promise as graduates celebrate the ac- cannot be ignored. Whether the target complishments of one phase of their lives was chosen because of religious, political before moving on to the next. It is a time or personal beliefs, it was a horrific crime of great joy as we mark their achieve- of hate and intolerance. ments, and think of the possiIt was an act of terror, and it bilities as they move on. EDITORIAL wasn’t the first. The death toll Whether it’s on to higher edmade it the worst. It cast a ucation, the workforce or the shocked nation into mourning, military, the possibilities are boundless. and only inflamed the sharp divisions alThis season of joy, however, will un- ready defined during this particularly doubtedly be tempered by this past week- contentious political season. end’s events in Orlando where a gunman It casts a different light on the joy our perpetrated the worst mass shooting in graduating classes are experiencing. It also the nation’s history at a bar. Forty-nine offers opportunity, for tragedy brings unity victims are dead, another 50 wounded, and healing. And it often brings hope. and many of the injured are as of this As we look toward the possibilities for our writing in critical condition. The death graduates, we can only hope that that they toll could rise. learn from this fractured time in our history, The gunman was the 50th casualty, and come together to accomplish what the killed by police in a shootout during ef- generations before them have failed to do.

On the stories about 17 total summonses issued at two Huntington Station residences for code violations “The town of Huntington needs to build apartments – affordable housing, I don’t mean HUD housing, I don’t mean section 8 housing, I don't mean no income housing. I just mean for families with middle range income so that they can live here.” -- Cheryl Kraus

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More Work Needed To Fill Supermarket Void Editor’s note: This letter was written to Jeffrey Mooallem, senior vice president of Federated Realty Investment Trust, in relation to an article titled “Residents: We Need A Supermarket,” which was published June 2. Dear Mr. Mooallem, I would like to once again thank you for your assistance in ensuring that a popular supermarket use was retained at a shopping plaza owned by your company in Greenlawn, New York. The former

Waldbaum’s store, located in the Greenlawn Plaza, was part of the Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company (A&P) Chapter 11 bankruptcy court proceeding. Fortunately, this issue was successfully resolved by the opening of a new supermarket that continues to provide vital grocery needs and other necessities to a large senior citizen housing development located adjacent to the shopping plaza. I sincerely appreciate your efforts in ensuring this use continues. Unfortunately, our work is not done and I am respectfully seeking your assistance in resolving a second Wal-

baum’s closure involving one of your properties located in Melville. The former Walbaum’s vacated space located in the Melville Mall, 834 Walt Whitman Road. The recent closure has generated great concern from the neighboring community who relied on this store for years. It is my hope that we may once again work together and locate a suitable tenant to reestablish a supermarket use. I am offering all possible assistance to resolve this pressing issue. MARK A. CUTHBERTSON Huntington Councilman

Dear Editor, Suffolk Executive Steve Bellone, Department of Health Services Commissioner Dr. James Tomarken and I invite residents who are at risk for developing type-2 diabetes to participate, free of charge, in the county- administered National Diabetes Prevention Program. The program supports moderate behavior changes and has proven to reduce risk in those who are susceptible to a type 2 diabetes diagnosis. DPP is based on a research study led by the National Institutes of Health. The study showed that with intensive counseling and motivational support, participants were able to make behavioral changes, reducing their risk for developing type-2 diabetes by 58 percent. Lifestyle changes worked particularly well for participants aged 60 and older, reducing their risk by 71 percent.

The program is led by a trained lifestyle coach. It meets one hour per week for 16 weeks, then monthly for the remainder of one year. It begins later this month as follows: Mondays, June 20 and June 27; July 11, July 18 and July 25; Aug. 1, Aug. 8, Aug. 15, Aug. 22 and Aug. 29; Sept. 12, Sept. 19 and Sept. 26, and Oct. 3, Oct. 10 and Oct. 17. Time: 6-7 p.m. at the Long Island Help & Wellness Center (32 Park Ave., Bay Shore). For more information, visit Suffolkcountyny.gov/health, or call the Office of Health Education at 61-853-3162. The statistics can be startling, but fortunately there are many steps those at risk can take to stay healthy and diabetes-free. I urge individuals and families that are concerned about the impact of a diabetes diagnosis to sign up for this great program. LOU D’AMARO Suffolk Legislator (D-17th District) Huntington Station

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A Pizzeria That Melts The Senses By Janee and Lizzie info@longislandergroup.com

Whether it’s stopping by for a quick slice of pizza or staying for a three-course dinner, Gino’s Pizzeria in Huntington village is sure to please the senses. Owner Nick Salerno worked at his grandfather’s pizzeria as a youngster, eventually realizing a passion for food when he turned 12, the same age he created his first 18-inch pizza. As he worked on that first pie, Salerno hit by the pressure of his grandfather breathing over his shoulder. Once complete, it was a sigh of relief and a rush of excitement for the young pizza maker. Now 26, Salerno has been running Gino’s Pizzeria out of its 318 Main St. for nearly one full year. The spot is one of several locations owned by his family, including La Focaccia in Melville and Pompeii Pizzeria and Restaurant in Rocky Point, said Salerno, of Huntington. “We basically wanted to have a gourmet eatery, quick, casual, dine in and dine out,” Salerno said in regards to the 1,900-square-foot space, which seats 36. “We wanted to add that aspect to this town -- add more competition and a little bit of choice.” And Gino’s certainly does.

The pizzeria provides everything from classic pies like the regular, Sicilian, and grandma, to more complex pizzas like the bacon mac and cheese (large $21.95; slice $3.95), spinach artichoke dip (large $24.95; slice $3.95) and the vodka pizza (large $19.95; slice $3.25), which is made on a crunchy thin crust with homemade vodka cream sauce, and is a popular choice among foodies. Pies are made fresh every day at Gino’s, and Salerno said the pizzeria chooses a healthy alternative when it comes to preparing its food. Some pizzerias use cheap cheeses, but Gino’s promises only “true whole milk mozzarella” with “no water added.” We also “use a true plum tomato… [And] all our chicken, veal, eggplant is baked across the board, nothing is fried. That’s another healthy alternative, “that’s very important for a lot of different people,” he added. To go along with your pizza, one of three different types of garlic knots are a must, traditional (six for $2.50), pepperoni ($1 each) or the mouthwatering three-cheese garlic knot ($1 each). But don’t stop there. Gino’s also offers three-course meals. The house salad, which is included as a side with Gino’s entrees, makes

The vodka pizza has become a popular choice among foodies that visit Gino’s Pizzeria in downtown Huntington.

Nick Salerno, owner of Gino’s Pizzeria in Huntington village, serves up rigatoni Bolognese with red wine sauce and linguini in white clam sauce. for a perfect start to the meal. Complete with onions, roasted red pepper, tomato, olives, and cucumbers, the salad is complete with homemade roasted red pepper vinaigrette dressing that is light, sweet and makes every bite refreshing. Appetizers like fried calamari ($9.95), six-piece fried ravioli ($9.50), or the rice ball ($4.25) are also available, and are a great The Nutella s’mores and cinnabon zeppole can’t be way to kick off a meal. missed after a meal at Gino’s Pizzeria. Then top it off with dishes incorporating fresh chicken, Nutella and marshmallow mixture veal or seafood ($17.95-$27.95, with delivers a gooey delight. This July will mark the first year salad, garlic sticks, semolina rolls of Gino’s in Huntington. So far, and choice of pasta). One particular dish, the pasta with Salerno said the customer feedback clam sauce ($14.95), can be served has been great. “As long as the food’s good, the in white wine or red plum tomato sauce, delivering a succulent texture customer service is good… you and a perfect balance for the taste can’t lose,” he said. “We’re very forbuds as the fish portion of the dish tunate.” doesn’t overpower the light lemony flavor of the sauce. Gino’s Pizzeria Finishing up with dessert, foodies 318 Main St., Huntington may gravitate toward the cinnabon 631-427-4466 zeppole, which melt in the mouth in Ginospizzeriahuntington.com just one bite. They’re tossed in powdered sugar and cinnamon, and Ambiance: Casual draped in homemade cream cheese Cuisine: Italian icing that streams down from the top, Price: Moderate complementing the cinnamon flavor. Hours: Monday-Wednesday 11 As for Nutella lovers, don’t forget a.m.-10 p.m.; Thursday-Saturday to try the s’mores Nutella, made on a 11 a.m.-12 a.m.; Sunday 12 p.m.fresh thin pizza crust. Crunchy from 9:30 p.m. the crushed graham crackers, the

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DINEHUNTINGTON .COM sics like the oven-baked flatbreads ($14-$16); cheesesteak egg rolls ($13); and Ahi Tacos ($17). There is also a selection of salads ($8.50-$23), steaks ($29-$48), and sandwiches ($15-$18). Planned lunch hours are 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday-Saturday. Dinner hours are 4 p.m.-10 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 4 p.m.-11 p.m., FridaySaturday, and 3 p.m.-9 p.m. on Sunday. Brunch will also be served 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on Sundays. And happy Burgers and fries are one of many offer- hour, featuring discounted spirits, ings at Del Frisco’s Grille, which is slat- cocktails, beer, wine and apps, is ed to open at the Walt Whitman Shops booked for 4 p.m.-6:30 p.m., Mondayin Huntington Station on June 23. Friday. For more information, visit NEW BAR & GRILL OPENING: Del Delfriscogrille.com. Frisco’s Grille is set to bring a modern take on the classic bar and grill to the COMPLIMENTARY CANNOLI: The comWalt Whitman Shops in Huntington plimentary cannoli is back at La PiazStation. The new entry in the repertoire za (512 Walt Whitman Road, of nation-spanning Del Frisco’s Melville). Diners who log onto the Facebook page Restaurant Group is set to open its restaurant’s doors at 160 Walt Whitman Road on (bit.ly/1ra8dTC) and show the cannoli June 23. The grille, which specializes image to their waiter will receive one in American comfort food, boasts a free cannoli with their lunch or dinner. menu made up of easy-to-share clas- For more info, call 631-425-0500.

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Imagine being asked to change your eye color. Imagine being incessantly pushed and prodded into doing so, even though you know you just can’t. That was the metaphor that Kevin Gersh, founder and president of the Gersh Academy, used to describe the pressures that students on the autism spectrum face on a daily basis. Watching his students let loose and relax at the academy’s field day hosted at West Hills Day Camp on Friday, Gersh explained that over 100 of the children ziplining, swimming and drawing have been kicked out of multiple public schools because of their condition. He said that these weren’t autistic children playing, but rather, “just children being children.” “You don’t ask children to change who they are to meet the educational structure. You change the educational environment to meet the children’s needs,” Gersh said. “It’s simple, but we don’t do that in our public education.” Tyler Schmalenberger, 21, has been attending the West Hempstead location of Gersh Academy since 2012. “It’s improved me, it’s made me more independent. It’s made me a lot more social,” Schmalenberger said. “I used to not be able to go out and buy food on my own or go out to the store without having struggles. Now I’m really good with it thanks to this school.” Alfred Funny, an intervention specialist with Gersh for four years, helps students develop skills and take a “therapeutic approach” to children. “Our approach is very loving and supportive,” Funny, 27, said. “We don’t ever want to judge the kids. If you’re upset and you’re angry, we’re going to sit here and we’re going to figure it out. It doesn’t matter how long it takes.” The academy is part of a network of schools owned and operated by the Gersh family. Kevin’s father, Edward Gersh, founded the West Hills Day Camp in 1954. Over the years, Kevin implemented his own programs, founding the Gersh Academy in 1991

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Summer Fun At Gersh Academy Field Day

Kevin Gersh (center, top row), founder of the Gersh Academy, is pictured here with students and volunteers of the academy’s Field Day at the West Hills Day Camp where they engaged in arts and crafts, zip lined and swam. after a teacher at the network’s Montessori School wished to kick out a child on the autism spectrum from the classroom. “I changed the classroom structure to meet the child’s needs,” he said. “Asperger’s, 25 years ago, wasn’t even on the radar. Nobody knew what it was.” Thus began the creation of the academy, which now has four branches, two on Long Island in Hauppauge and West Hempstead, and two in Puerto Rico. Ronell Culbengan, 17, attending Gersh since October 2014, called the academy “well-fit” for his needs. He said used to attend Pelham Preparatory Academy in the Bronx but had to leave after getting into verbal fights with other students. “I changed when I went to this school,” he said. “As I got along, as I got into the school, and got into studying, it’s what fit me.” The sentiment was shared by 18year-old Dakota Gentry, who felt like he was flying as he rode the zipline. Attending Gersh for six years, he previously attended a public school he described as “not a good setting at all,” where he was bullied every day.

But now, he has felt a newfound sense of progression. “My eyes were open to a lot of things that they were closed about before like when I was in public

school,” said Gentry, who has autism. “You feel secure, but at the same time, Gersh pushes you to do better, to become the true you, the you that you know you can be.”

Dakota Gentry, 18, felt as if he was flying while ziplining at the academy’s Field Day. On the autism spectrum, he has been a student at Gersh for six years.

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Located at New York Avenue’s split with Nassau Road, Johnny D’s Pizza — a popular pizzeria and Italian eatery — is practically a landmark in Huntington Station. They offer the freshest Italian dishes, including pizzas, pastas, and other specialties. They are open 7 days a week and deliver. So don’t wait — call or stop by, and taste what keeps customers coming back for more.

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Giuseppe’s has proudly served the Town of Huntington for over 30 years. With their Pizza signature sweet sauce and sesame seeded crust, their Italian American entrées are all made fresh every day. You can order over the phone or online through BeyondMenu, Eat24, and GrubHub for pick up or delivery, or dine in their newly renovated restaurant.

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With a main focus on employment, Huntington the Huntington Opportunity Resource Center, in partnership with Opportunity Suffolk County, works to bring counRecourse Center ty services to Huntington. Services

offered include help with resume preparation, job search, career counseling, access to vocational training, nonprofit referrals and DSS application assistance including SNAP, medical insurance and other human services. Next on June 3, a seminar, “EPIC: Enriching Protecting and Improving Our Communities,” 6-8 p.m. will discuss criminal justice basics such as knowing your rights and what to expect if you are arrested. Free, but RSVP to Michele Foulke at 631-385-2305 or mfoulke@huntingtonny.gov.

1264 New York Ave. 631-385-2305 huntingtonny.gov

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The Huntington Public Library has something for everyone: research databases; downloadable eBooks, movies, music and magazines; children’s, teen and adult programs; art exhibits; museum passes; local history; career counseling; ESL and literacy classes; homework help and much more! And remember, as Albert Einstein said, “The only thing that you absolutely have to know, is the location of the library.”

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1335 New York Ave Station branch. 631-421-5053 myhpl.org

boasted an ethnic and religious cross-section of the community. But the Housing Act of 1949 shared and enforced a country-wide vision of urban renewal in areas deemed “substandard” by measure of blight – guided by principles that placed emphasis on private enterprise and granted local government the authority to identify urban renewal areas. Huntington Station families and business owners received government notices informing them their properties would be demolished as a result of urban renewal – which officials touted as inevitable. Many families were displaced, and many small businesses were affected. Over 40 years later, no new buildings were ever constructed nor did any move back to the renewed area, creating tension among small business owners. But some did relocate near their old, original location, including Freddie's Shoe Repair, Walsdorf Insurance, Freedman’s Jewelers, Jacobson’s Pharmacy and Huntington Manor Jewelers. Yet a larger number of businesses never relocated, vanishing and falling off the Huntington Station radar. Several failed early revitalization plans then came about over the next 30 years, but all fell through.

Huntington Community First Aid Squad 2 Railroad St. 631-421-1263 www.hcfas.org Huntington Manor Fire Department 1650 New York Ave. 631-427-1629 www.hmfd.org

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Lots of love goes into the tacos at Taqueria Mexico Lindo, a hidden gem in Huntington Station. With fast service and good prices, it is a popular stop for quick Mexican staples. Diners recommend the steak tacos, huevos a la Mexicana, and the sopes.

A History Of Huntington Station

The Huntington Long Island Rail Railroad station has been a relic of the community since the early 1900s. The first to arrive in Huntington Station were three men from Oyster Bay who laid out six howes, shirts, coats, kettles, hatchets, Indian currency, 30 steel awls and needles, and 10 knives to purchase all the land from the north side of the Long Island Sound, to Cold Spring Harbor’s west end, to the eastern point of Northport Harbor and Old Country Road “On the South” in 1653. Originally called Ketawomoke by the Indians, Huntington became home to 11 families after that first purchase in 1653. Additional land extending to Lloyd Neck and east toward Smithtown was also purchased, and the community of Huntington Station was recognized. The Long Island Rail Road, in 1867, extended east from Syosset to Huntington Station, when there was nothing but open country north and south of the train tracks in the area. Merchants in the Huntington business district mostly dealt in the coal or lumber industries, leading many of them to set up headquarters near Huntington Station in order to make use of the easy access to transportation. By the 1930s, Huntington Station became known as a melting pot, one that residents were proud of, and one that

You’ll change your outlook on supermarkets after going into the Food Plaza, offering a huge variety of meats, fish, cheeses and produce as well as national and international items not typically found at your big name supermarkets. Many say the prices can’t be beat. Along with a full line of groceries and a deli, the store has in-store seating and offers hot, cooked foods along with organic meat and fruit, rotisserie chickens, a fish market, flowers and Carvel ice cream cakes, as well as Lotto and MoneyGram.

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Then, in 2001, Highview of Huntington, a housing development of 100 homes at the corner of Broadway and New York Avenue, added a residential component to the area surrounding the LIRR. Highview was the first of several neighborhood-geared incentives the community and local government took toward making the Huntington Station area, especially near the train station, a revitalized destination. Public improvement projects in 2003 included brick sidewalks, street-scaping and garden projects, pedestrian walkway and curb improvements marked yet another wave of change, albeit the first successful one, of community partnerships to enhance the Huntington Station community. Other milestones include the Huntington Station Food Plaza, the acquisition of Gateway Park and formation of its community garden, the formation of the Huntington Station Business Improvement District. They mark a visible, shared step toward bringing to fruition the renewed Huntington Station promised in the 1950s. And now the Town of Huntington has partnered with master-developer Renaissance Downtowns to bring forth a project that could change the face of downtown Huntington Station.

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Need help starting your business? The Huntington Business Incubator — “Biz Inc.” — under the umbrella of the town’s Community Development Agency, is just steps from the Long Island Rail Road Huntington stop. Membership at Biz Inc. offers early-stage businesses and entrepreneurs access to co-working space, WiFi, telephone, conference rooms HDTVs, guidance from mentors and other technical assistance, including monthly informational seminars.

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RDowntowns enaissance

Renaissance Downtowns is Huntington Station’s Master Developer. The privately held real estate development and investment firm focuses on holistic redevelopment of suburban downtowns. A cornerstone of Renaissance’s community-centric approach is its groundbreaking “crowdsourced placemaking” program, which is a grassroots, social media effort that enables local residents and stakeholders to have a true say in what gets built in their community. Known as “Source the Station,” the movement has become the voice of the people in what will be developed at the Huntington Station transit station area, while promoting local, independently owned businesses throughout the downtown area.

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1266 New York Ave. 631-629-4660 sourcethestation.com

Bring the family to Station Sports for a day of fun this summer. The outdoor venue on Depot Road features 18 holes of minigolf, including their "Buy ONE get ONE" special. They have waterfalls, hardball and softball batting cages, a wiffle ball cage, western-themed target paintball, and a snack shack. Station Sports also offers birthday party packages that include mini-golf, paintball, batting tokens, and pizza.

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25 Depot Road 631-673-1830 stationsports.com

Sonia’s Waxing Plus has over 30-years of experience providing unsurpassed waxing services, utilizing their exclusive allnatural wax formula and technique. Sonia’s specializes in Brazilian waxing for both men and women and is conveniently located just three minutes from Huntington Village on New York Avenue. They provide all forms of Professional Hair Removal, so when you are ready for something permanent, she offers Laser Hair Removal with state-ofthe art laser equipment and electrolysis.

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1090 New York Ave. 631-470-9657 soniaswaxingplusskincare.com

Countyline Hardware

When it comes to paint, plumbing, electrical and general needs for the home, County Line Hardware is your one-stop shop. Services offered include: keys and transponder keys cut; glass and screen repair; pipe-cutting and threading; and underground sprinkler plans and supplies. Find all your needs for doors and windows, electrical, tools, heating and cooling, kitchen and bath, lawn and garden, storage, safety and more at this community staple.

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173 West Hills Road 631-427-4455 countyline.doitbest.com

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CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Annual Networking Breakfast The Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce is excited to host its annual meeting at the upcoming networking breakfast on June 21. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet other local professionals and stay connected during the summer months. The breakfast will include the swearing in of chamber board members by Huntington Town Clerk Jo-Ann Raia along with the presence of other elected officials. A short portion will feature Reclaim New York, a nonprofit organization focused on engaging all New Yorkers in a critical conversation about the future. The Reclaim New York Center for Government Reform and Accountability is a resource for the information needed to help make New York a better place to live, work, and raise a family.

Sponsorship opportunities are available for all. The Networking Breakfast is an easy way to promote your business is with a display table. If you would like to showcase your business or organization during the networking hour, contact the chamber for more details. Thank you to our committed corporate sponsors: Verizon, Newsday, H2M architects + engineers, Bontempi Family, digho image marketing, Len Marks Photography and Advance Sound. The networking breakfast is Tuesday, June 21 from 7:30-10 a.m. at the Huntington Yacht Club, 95 East Shore Drive, Huntington. The cost is $25 for Huntington Chamber Members and $35 for future chamber members. Visit the chamber’s website, huntingtonchamber.com, or call 631-4236100 to register.

Growing up in a family based in the restaurant business, Andrew Robinstein found his passion for wine through food. At 13 years old, his father let him try his first sip of wine, which was accompanied with a dish of chicken franchise. Robinstein said the combination of the two made the meal melt in his mouth, and ignited his passion for the lifestyle. “It’s amazing when you’re eating food and you have the right wine, it just brings it to a whole other level,” said Robinstein, 34, of Glen Head, who is the owner of Cold Spring Harbor Wine Shoppe. “That’s what I like about it.” While bringing out the flavor in food is one perk, Robinstein said he also enjoys the presentation of wine. He said working with wine is akin to art. Robinstein first opened the 84 Main St. wine shop three years ago out of a desire to provide a specialty store for the community that would fit in with the quaint lifestyle of the village. Starting at $10 for bottles, the shop offers red and white wine, rosè, sparkling and vintage wine. Other types of spirits, including bourbon

and rye, gin, rum, and scotch are also available. Robinstein works with around 50 distributors, hailing from areas like California, Oregon, Italy, France, Spain and Argentina. He said he carefully hand picks his selection of wine, hoping to appeal to his customers’ different palates. The shop's selection of wine is rare, he added. Robinstein chooses from local family owned vineyards, including Paumanok Vineyards in Aquebogue and Jamesport Vineyards in Jamesport. “If you’re looking for small-production, family-owned products, this is the place to come to,” Robinstein said. The 1,100-square-foot shop also offers around 15 different varieties of rosè, a trending item for the summer season. Wine tastings are also held each Friday, 4-8 p.m. There are also plans to expand community involvement by introducing a Uncorked Upstairs wine appreciation and education program. It’s slated to start in mid-July, and Robinstein said offerings will include classes, events and wine dinners. “It’s a nice atmosphere and our customers are really nice,” Robinstein said. “People enjoy coming here.”

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Open for nearly three years, Cold Spring Harbor Wine Shoppe continues its outreach to the community, introducing a wine appreciation and education program.

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BUSINESS What are Annuities, What/Who Are They For? By Jon L. Ten Haagen asktheexpert@longislandergroup.com

During your working years you took home a regular paycheck (weekly, bi-monthly or monthly), and you paid for everything with its proceeds, rent, mortgage, auto, food, utilities, clothes, vacation, entertainment, the kids and inverted for your retirement. Now, you are retiring and your paychecks will stop. You will switch from receiving a steady income to paying your ongoing bills. You will have to establish a financial plan that provides for the income you’ll need to live on. Specifically, you will need to consider: What sources of income are you confident you can count on? How much income will they provide each year? How and when will the income be paid? How will you coordinate payments from different sources to create a steady stream of income so there’s money in the bank when you need it? Your sources of cash flow to choose from are: Social Security, De-

fined Benefit Pension(s), IRAs, ROTH IRAs, Annuities, Personal investments and a possible job. When your monies arrive, unlike a paycheck, which arrives regularly, retirement income arrives on different schedules. Social Security checks and annuity and pension payments usually come monthly. Others like stock dividends arrive quarterly. Interest on many bonds is paid semi-annually. Few if any payments, are weekly or biweekly. That means you have to think about balancing the amount coming in to meet your expenses. Let’s concentrate on annuities today. There are various types of annuities: fixed, variable, immediate, deferred, single premium, incremental, qualified and non-qualified. There are many sub-categories of these types also. There has been an annuity debate going on for years and it will continue: Annuities, variable annuities in particular, have advocates and critics.

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The Phantom Philanthropist By Peter Klein pklein@hightoweradvisers.com

I am reminded of a comic strip – Peanuts I believe – where Charlie Brown tells Lucy that he wants to be a philanthropist, and Lucy says, “Everybody wants to be a philanthropist.” So true! But not everyone can. Or can they? Of course, in order to give money away you need to have money to do so – and most of us need those funds to live on. But what about a plan to be a philanthropist when we are no longer here, a “giver from the grave,” a “phantom philanthropist.” Is that do-able? Before we unpack that notion let me ask a question: What is a legacy fund? Have you heard the term? Allow me this brief thought experiment in which to frame the term. So, if I were to ask you to name – the first names— of your eight great

The advocates feel that the insurance protection and contracts offer, the potential for growth, and promise of lifetime income make them valuable retirement planning products critics argue that annuity fees are too high for the investment and insurance benefits these contracts provide. We will not solve this discussion today! Annuities are insurance company contracts. The premiums you pay and tax-deferred earnings on those premiums are designed to be a source of retirement income, either in the future if you chose a deferred annuity or right away with an immediate annuity. With a deferred annuity, the principle earnings accumulate in the build-up period. Eventually you can annuitize, which means you convert your account value to a stream of lifetime income, or you can take the money some other way. With an immediate annuity, the lifetime income you receive is based on several factors including the amount of your

grandparents, how many could you get? Two? Three? That’s my point. Investors today want to have their passions, their values, the organizations they care for passed on to the next generation and the one after that. They want to be remembered. They want a legacy. In my practice I see clients every day – not of Gates or Buffett-like means – that come to us and say they want to establish some sort of legacy to pass down their values to the next generation. When my publisher, John Wiley and Sons, came to me a few years ago and asked me to write a book about managing foundations, the first name they proposed was “Giving is the new Making,” suggesting that if the ’80s and ’90s was all about making money. The new millennium has shepherded in a new paradigm, one focused on giving and philanthropy. So, back to our original question. How do you become a philanthropist without the discretionary dollars to give away? Well what many

of our clients do is to develop a Legacy Fund while they are alive for those assets, all or certain segmented assets, to which they want to give to worthy causes that mean a lot to them. They work up this Legacy Plan so they can go to their final resting spot knowing that their philanthropy is cared for well into the future. In doing so they achieve certain important objectives: • Creating a charitable legacy while alive to be funded when they pass • To pass on to their family the responsibility on carefully gifting these assets in the future to further their giving mission and interests • To achieve potential tax benefits • To know that their favorite charities will be supported long after they are gone So how does one establish a Legacy Fund? Having a bequest provision in your will to a Donor Advised Fund is an efficient and effective way to establish a Legacy Fund. The bequest can cover almost any asset, from the simple bank accounts or investment accounts, to the more specialized real estate or tangible property. The latter may require some

purchase, your age, and the interest rate available at the time of purchase. Now the big picture: The regular income you can expect from Social Security and a defined benefit pension depends on your work history. In general, the longer you work and the higher your salary, the more income you can anticipate, up to the annual ceilings. Realistically, though, neither of these sources is likely to be as important a source of retirement income in the future as they have in the past. Social Security faces the imbalance of more beneficiaries and fewer workers contributing, and fewer employers offering defined benefit plans. The retirement income you can expect from other potential sources depends on three things: How much is invested, where it’s invested, and the long- term return those investments provide. You have much greater control over these choices, and so much greater responsibility for the outcome than you may realize. That’s why it is critical to put basic investment principles to work, including asset allocation and diversification, across your (Continued on page A23)

specific language and care. The DAF then becomes a 501(c)(3) nonprofit entity where family members, or whomever designated in the will, can serve as the agent by which the decisions of gift giving, to definitive nonprofit organizations only, are made. The DAF can be named for the deceased, their family (i.e. “The Jones Family Charitable Fund”) or can be kept anonymous. The assets of the DAF are not required to be spent on any specific timetable – that is, they can be kept in the fund indefinitely and given away in the future. This provides the opportunity for growth of these important philanthropic/legacy assets. At Klein Wealth Management/HighTower Advisors we serve our clients as their fiduciaries – putting their interests first, period. As stated, the assets in a DAF can be invested, wisely and within certain parameters, to compound and support continued giving well into the future. Imagine the great granddaughter of the grantor of the fund sitting around in her early 20s thinking about her great-grandparents (Continued on page A23)

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THURSDAY ‘Lockhorns’ Creator Coming To Town

Bunny Hoest, creator of “The Lockhorns” cartoon, is coming to town to showcase a new collection of classic cartoons “Lockhorns” hand-picked from her alltime favorites. Hoest will be at Book Revue (313 New York Ave., Huntington) on Thursday, June 16, 7 p.m. For more info, visit http://bookrevue.com/events.html.

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Commack Public Library

18 Hauppauge Road, Commack. 631499-0888. commack.suffolk.lib.ny.us. · Starting on July 5, Chair Yoga classes will be offered every Tuesday and Friday until Sept. 30. This class focuses on loosen joints and improve overall mobility and physical health and strength. Classes are at 12 noon and 1:15 p.m. on Tuesdays, and 10 a.m. on Fridays.

FRIDAY Legendary Recordings With The Joel Zelnik Trio

The Joel Zelnik Trio and Grammy-nominated vocalist Annette Sanders are performing Friday, June 17, at the Huntington Public Library (338 Main St., Huntington). The performance will be based on the dialogues between Joel Zelnik and Bill Evans at the Village Gate in New York City during the 1960s. The free event is open to all and begins at 7 p.m. To register, call 631-427-5165.

SATURDAY Balton’s Tour and Reception

The Town of Huntington African American Historic Designation Council is sponsoring a Balton’s Tour and Reception on Saturday, June 18, 1-4 p.m. Guests should gather by 1 p.m. at Greenlawn’s municipal parking lot on Smith Street between Gaines and Broadway. The reception is slated to begin at 2:30 p.m. at the Harborfields Public Library (31 Broadway, Greenlawn). The tour will commemorate Samuel Balton by showcasing two historical markers built in his memory. For additional information, contact Irene Moore at 631-421-2433, or Robert C. Hughes at 631-351-3244.

SUNDAY Father’s Day At Heckscher Museum

The Heckscher Museum of Art (2 Prime Avenue, Huntington) is offering all fathers and grandfathers free admission on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 19, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information, visit Heckscher.org.

Father’s Day At The Fish Hatchery

All dads who are accompanied by their children will get free admission to the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery and Aquarium (1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor) on Sunday, June 19, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Visit Cshfishhatchery.org for more information.

MONDAY Summer Movie Mondays at Prime

As part of its “Monday Night Movie Night” program, Prime (117 New York Ave, Huntington) will be showing The Breakfast Club (Rated R) on Monday, June 20, 8:30 p.m. Guests must be 18 or older, unless accompanied by an adult. For more information, visit Restaurantprime.com.

631-692-6820. Cshlibrary.org. · Local artist Anne Gunthner will offer beginner watercolor painting classes on Tuesdays from June 7-June 28 at 1-3 p.m. Classes meet in the Large Meeting Room. Check with information services for the list of supplies. Register at the information services desk with a $70 check made payable to the library.

Deer Park Library

Legendary Recordings With The Joel Zelnik Trio The Joel Zelnik Trio and Grammy-nominated vocalist Annette Sanders are performing Friday, June 17, at the Huntington Public Library (338 Main St., Huntington). The performance will be based on the dialogues between Joel Zelnik and Bill Evans at the Village Gate in New York City during the 1960s. The free event is open to all and begins at 7 p.m. To register, call 631-427-5165.

TUESDAY Narcan Training Classes

Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence and Ammon Analytical Laboratories present an Opioid Overdose Prevention Program to be held at the Melville Marriott (1350 Walt Whitman Road, Melville) on Tuesday, June 21, 6-8 p.m. Advance reservations are required. For more info, contact Angela Brooks at 516-747-2606 or abrooks@licadd.org.

Chamber Networking Breakfast

The Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual meeting at the Huntington Yacht Club (95 East Shore Road, Huntington), 7:30-10 a.m. on Tuesday, June 21. Register at Huntingtonchamber.com.

WEDNESDAY Stroller Strides

Fit4Mom presents a one-hour fitness program that moms do with their children in Heckscher Park on Wednesday, June 22, 10-11 a.m. Stroller Strides will also take place at Heckscher Park on Monday, June 27 and Wednesday June 29. To enroll, visit Suffolkcountywest.fit4mom.com/classesevents/stroller-strides.

UPCOMING/ONGOING Free Business Summit

A free business summit on Friday, June 24, “Charting the Course,” will explore how small businesses in Suffolk County can benefit from economic drivers and push their companies forward. Attendees will hear from a panel of experts and

attend breakout sessions with business sector leaders. At the end, local restaurants will showcase their specialties at “A Taste of Suffolk.” The event is from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at Suffolk County Community College (533 College Road, Ammerman Campus, Selden). Presented by the Suffolk County Legislature and sponsored by the Suffolk County Alliance of Chambers. Register at: Legis.suffolkcountyny.gov/chartingthecourse.html. Call 631-853-6354 for more information.

44 Lake Ave., Deer Park. 631-586-3000. deerparklibrary.org. · New movies have been added to the library’s collection including, “Joy,” “Deadpool” and “How To Be Single.” New titles may only be checked out by Deer Park Library cardholders and cannot be reserved or renewed.

Elwood Public Library

3027 Jericho Turnpike, Elwood. 631499-3722. elwoodlibrary.org. · Make a sunflower while listening to the story of “The Tiny Seed” by Eric Carle. Ages 2-3. Today, 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m.

Half Hollow Hills Community Library

Dix Hills: 55 Vanderbilt Parkway. 631421-4530; Melville: 510 Sweet Hollow Road, 631-421-4535. hhhlibrary.org. · Registration for summer reading clubs for children and teens entering grades 6-12 is now open. Registration for adults begins Friday, June 24. Register online. Record books online starting June 27.

Harborfields Public Library St. Anthony’s Family Feast & Festival

The 25th annual St. Anthony’s Family Feast & Festival is Wednesday, June 29 through Sunday, July 3 at the Trinity Regional School grounds on Fifth Avenue in East Northport. Sponsored by Fr. Thomas A. Judge Knights of Columbus Council No. 6893 and St. Anthony of Padua Church. Free admission. For more information, call 631-2621891.

Opioid Awareness Seminar

The East Northport Fire Department and Suffolk County Police Department will host an Opioid Awareness Seminar at the East Northport Firehouse (1 9th Ave., East Northport) on Thursday, June 23, 7 p.m. For more info, contact East Northport Fire Chief Wayne Kaifler Jr. at 631-484-8423.

AT THE LIBRARIES Library-hosted events and programs are reserved for cardholders of their respective library unless otherwise noted.

Cold Spring Harbor Library

95 Harbor Road, Cold Spring Harbor.

31 Broadway, Greenlawn. 631-757-4200. harborfieldslibrary.org · Join with friends to discuss popular young adult manga and graphic novels. For young adults. Each Monday in June, 4-5 p.m. Advanced registration required.

Huntington Public Library

Main branch: 338 Main St., Huntington. 631-427-5165. Station branch: 1335 New York Ave., Huntington Station. 631421-5053. thehuntingtonlibrary.org. · Become a U.S. citizen at the Citizenship Drive on Monday, June 27, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Visit Myhpl.org/on-siteservices/station-branch for information on which documents to bring. Call 516867-3580 to register. Huntington Station branch. For adults.

Northport-East Northport Public Library

Northport: 151 Laurel Ave. 631-2616930. (East Northport: 185 Larkfield Road. 631-261-2313. nenpl.org) · Learn the basics of computer language, code structure and implementation at the Introduction to Coding class for children and teens entering grades

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6-12. The class will take place on Monday, June 27, 3-5 p.m. Registration required. East Northport branch.

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‘Iggy Pop Live In Basel’ Showing At The Cinema Arts Centre

South Huntington Public Library

145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station. 631-549-4411. shpl.info. · From their mesmerizing rendition of “Sound of Silence” to their playful version of “Cecilia,” fall in love again with the music of Simon & Garfunkel as The Guthrie Brothers take a journey through the catalog one of the most recognized folk rock duos ever. Friday, July 1, 7 p.m. South Huntington cardholders can get free tickets for garden seating at the outdoor concert beginning June 3. Print them online at shpl.info, or get them in person at the Circulation Desk. Ticket aren’t required to sit on the upper lawn, but bring a blanket or chair. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held in the theater.

THEATER/FILM Cinema Arts Centre

423 Park Ave., Huntington. cinemaartscentre.org. 631-423-7611. ·“Iggy Pop: Live in Basel 2015” screening on Thursday, June 16 and Saturday, June 18, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $5 – 12.

John W. Engeman Theater At Northport

350 Main St., Northport. johnwengemantheater.com. 631-261-2900. · Thoroughly Modern Millie, through July 10. Tickets from $69.

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. · A photographic exhibition of the award winning book “Project Lives--New York Public Housing Residents Photograph Their World” will be on view June 21Aug. 22 in the Strolling Gallery.

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 night for poets, is held the second Friday of every month, 7:30-10 p.m.

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. · Wacky Water Wednesdays start July 6, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. They will be held every week through August 31.

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, 11-5 p.m. (closed

The Cinema Arts Centre (423 Park Ave., Huntington) is showing “Iggy Pop: Live in Basel 2015” at 7:30 p.m. tonight, June 16. Tickets $7 for members, $12 for public. For more information, call 631-423-7611. (UK, 2015, 79 min., English, NR, DCP | Dir. Roli Barchlocher).

Monday). Admission $6 adults, $5 children and seniors. · Current exhibit, If I Were A Whaler, is an immersive exhibit encouraging imaginative exploration of a whaler’s life.

Foto Foto Gallery

14 W. Carver St., Huntington 631-5490488. fotofotogallery.org. Hours: Wednesday Saturday 11 a.m.–6 p.m., Friday 11a.m.–8 p.m., Sunday 12-5.

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. · Masters of Illusion: The Magical Art of Gary Erbe. Traces the artist’s career through early trompe l’oeil works to more recent paintings combining trompe l’oeil realism with modernist tendencies. On display through Aug. 28.

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. · The “Art & Illusion” show features the work of Chris Ann Ambery, Ellen Hallie Schiff, Sally Shore and Mac A. Titmus and will be on display through June 27. The artist opening is Friday, June 10, 6-8 p.m. at the Main Street Gallery. Free and open to all.

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. huntingtonhistorical-

society.org · A historic Walking Tour and Pub Crawl is on Thursday, June 30 at the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Building (228 Main St., Huntington), 6 p.m.

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, Tuesdays-Sundays, from 1-4:30 p.m. Available in the museum shop at $5 per person.

Green River Gallery

117 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor. Thursday 12 a.m.-5 p.m.; Friday 11 a.m.5 p.m. 631-692-8188. · Featuring paintings by Robert Patrick Coombs and Eric Sloane, N.A. (19051985) Long Island’s premier gold coast artist of the mid-20th century. Ongoing show on view.

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. · Tom deGruyl, Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow? solo show, through June 11. · Margaret Minardi, solo show, June 18July 9. Artist reception, Saturday, June 18, 7-10 p.m.

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 Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays 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. Kit Stewart and Anne Lipuma present “The Wild Women of Comedy” on Saturday, June 25, 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available for purchase online for $25.

The Paramount

370 New York Ave., Huntington. 631673-7300. Paramountny.com. All shows begin at 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted. · Joe DeGuardia’s Star Boxing Presents: Rockin’ Fights 24 featuring Cletus Seldin. Show Friday, June 17, 7:30 p.m. Doors at 7 p.m. Tickets $50-$200. · Appetite for Destruction – The Ultimate Guns & Roses Experience with Special Guest, Wildside. Show Saturday, June 18, 8 p.m. Doors at 7 p.m. Tickets $10$35. · Mike DelGuidice & Big Shot – celebrating the music of Billy Joel. Show Friday, June 24, 8 p.m. Doors at 7 p.m. Tickets $20-$40.

Ridotto

Concerts at Huntington Jewish Center, 510 Park Ave., Huntington. www.ridotto.org. Reservations recommended: 631-385-0373 or ridotto@optonline.net.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Be A Museum Docent

The Huntington Historical Society is currently seeking volunteers to train to become Museum Docents at the historic David Conklin Farmhouse Museum. The museum is located at 2 High St., in Huntington and is a fascinating interpretation of the colonial, federal and Victorian time periods. No experience required – an interest in local history is a plus. Training is provided. Call 631-4277045, ext. 403.

Helping Furry Friends

Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center is looking for volunteers who want to make a difference in the lives of animals. Free training provided. Visit littleshelter.com, or call 631-3688770, ext. 204.

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forward, the developer requires an R-40 residential to R-HS residential health services zone change. The proposal, which would be three stories at its maximum height, plans show, would be built across three existing parcels. Plans require a building height variance be approved since only two stories are permitted within the R-HS zoning designation. The plan also calls for a new sewage treatment to be erected onsite. There would be 110 parking spaces and four loading spaces provided, which exceeds the parking requirements designated by town code. David Holland, vice president of development for Baltimore-based

The Shelter Group, the developer of the proposal, said in a statement emailed June 9 that the proposal would benefit seniors in the area, including with “housing, hospitality services and personal care.” When asked about population density on the property, Holland said the proposal “is comparable to other assisted living communities in Huntington Township on a per acre basis.” “The community will be a quiet residential use with minimal traffic generation,” he added. According to Craig Turner, principal planner for the Huntington Planning Department, the developer had not yet submitted several documents for review to the town as of deadline

Monday. The missing documents include a traffic study, soil testing information, a topographic map of the entire lot, and a visual impact analysis. “We ask for it as part of our review, but it doesn’t need to be submitted as part of the hearing,” Turner said. A longtime resident of the area, Gail Jospa, took issue with this during the town board’s June 7 meeting. “All the documentation has not even been submitted to planning, which is just ludicrous,” Jospa, who lives directly across from the site on Tiana Place, said during the meeting’s public portion. “The entire community has a right to have access as to what is being proposed.”

Jospa also asked the board to reconsider the scheduling of an upcoming public hearing on the proposal -- which will be at 2 p.m. on July 12 at Huntington Town Hall. She requested the hearing be delayed until September so that the hearing would be held at night instead of the afternoon, potentially drawing bigger community participation. Huntington Supervisor Frank Petrone responded and said the board had agreed to keep the scheduled July 12 hearing as per its executive session. Councilwoman Susan Berland, however, voted down the scheduling in an effort to accommodate Jospa’s request. But the hearing date was approved 4-1 nonetheless.

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Creedence Clearwater Revisited Growing With Time SPOTLIGHT By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com

Although It’s been nearly five decades since Creedence Clearwater Revival was founded, two of the original members of the iconic rock band continue to revisit its classics like it’s the twilight of the Sixties. “We got a great band and we come out and play the music as if we were back in 1969,” said Doug “Cosmo” Clifford, drummer and co-founder of Creedence Clearwater Revisited, which is set to play The Paramount on June 26. “We have the same rhythm section, which gives you the feel of the Creedence songs… That’s what it’s all about.” Clifford founded Revisited with Stu Cook, a bassist who was also a founding member of Revival. The duo has teamed up with John Tristao, lead vocals and rhythm guitar; Kurt Griffey, lead guitar; and Steve Gunner, multi-instrumentalist, to bring the classic melodies of Revival into modern day. “We have three generations of bands now so it’s fun to see multiple generations having a good time together,” Clifford said. Revival typically performs 100 minutes packed with 20 hits of the original band, such as “Have You Ever Seen The Rain” and “Proud Mary.” Clifford promised that the upcoming show in downtown Huntington is going to be “a bunch of fun,” staying true to the roots of American rock and roll, and adding a southern

Creedence Clearwater Revisited is set to rockin’ the stage at The Paramount on June 26 with the hits of iconic rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival. and pop flare. “Over time it’s grown generationally,” Clifford said in regards to the band’s the fan base. “We have more young fans than older fans now. The ultimate test of course being the test of time, so we’ve weathered the storm and just keep growing.” Clifford, Cook and and the third founding Revival member, John Fogerty, were 13 years old in El Cerrito, California, when they playing music together. Rhythm guitarist Tom Fogerty joined the group later

on. As they developed over time, the band rose to stardom in 1968 with the release of “Susie Q,” a remake of a song by Dale Hawkins, and then a year later with their first original song “Proud Mary.” Revival broke up in the early ’70s. To keep playing the classics live, Clifford and Cook started up Revisited in 1995. And “23 years later, we’re still out there rockin, so it’s been fun. It’s a great catalogue,” Clifford said. “It’s part of the dream so the dream

lives on.” Clifford said when it comes to performing he enjoys knowing that people are having a good time. “That’s probably the gift I like the most is being able to have affected millions of people's lives in a positive way,” he said. Doors open at 7 p.m. on June 26 for Creedence Clearwater Revisited. The rockin’ and rollin’ is slated to kick off at 8 p.m. Tickets are available at Paramountny.com and at the box office for $49.50-$79.50.

The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary: An Act Of Heroism By Henrietta Schavran info@longislandergroup

The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary was formed 77 years ago on June 12, 1939, to assist and promote the goals of the Coast Guard at a time when global war seemed imminent. When the U.S. entered World War II in 1941, volunteers from all over the country became Auxiliarists, donating their time and even their boats to the war effort. In the Huntington area, hundreds of residents donated thousands of hours monthly as Auxiliarists to patrol our local waters and coastlines in search

of enemy submarines and other dangers lurking in our waters Auxiliarists were volunteering their time to patrol not only along our continental coasts, but also in those in Alaska and Hawaii. An interesting article in an issue of Mechanix Illustrated from the late 1940s entitled “10,000 Skippers” relates the work done by Auxiliarists during World War II who patrolled the waters of the Hawaiian Islands. One fascinating story included in

that article is about Auxiliarist Judy Hall, one of a very few number of women in the world holding master’s papers for small craft operation. With or without crew, she braved the Japanese infested waters around Kauai to bring food and other supplies to the outlying islands. One day, when sailing alone, she found herself heading directly into a Japanese submarine that had just surfaced. Apparently, the Japanese Navy did not think that her little boat was worth the cost of a torpedo, so they ignored her pres-

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ence and let her pass. In our area, the rescue of the sailboat Zaida while on patrol duty, has become a local legend, as have other tales of Coast Guard and Coast Guard Auxiliary heroic deeds during and after the war. To honor the Auxiliary on its 10th anniversary, Gov. Thomas Dewey and New York City Mayor William O'Dwyer proclaimed that June 23 was henceforth to be designated as United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Day. The members of the Coast Guard Auxiliary continue as the Civilian Arm of the Coast Guard, working to protect our waters, and promote safe boating to our nautical community.

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Movies On The Lawn Returning For 13th Season By Lizzie Wilcox info@longislandergroup.com

Movies on the Lawn is back for its 13th season, this time featuring a lineup of hit films, scheduled rain dates, a special partnership with the Town of Huntington Animal Shelter and more. Huntington Councilman Mark Cuthbertson, the Town of Huntington and major sponsor Huntington Honda will host the 2016 edition of the free event held at parks across the township. Co-sponsors include Jonathan’s Ristorante and La Casa Cafe. This year’s lineup is “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” on June 27 at

Heckscher Park; “Max” on July 7 at Crab Meadow Beach; “Finding Nemo” on July 21 at Crab Meadow Beach; and “Inside Out” on Aug. 15 at Peter Nelson Park. All films begin at darkness. For the first time in event history, rain dates have been scheduled for each of the showings. If there is a storm when one of the films is scheduled to be shown, it will instead be held indoors at Elwood Middle School on a different date. For more information on rain dates, visit Huntingtonny.gov. Cuthbertson said he anticipates a large turnout for event’s first showing, “Star Wars,” and therefore plans

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tax-deferred as well as your taxable portfolios. It’s also why you want to start thinking seriously about retirement income before you start thinking seriously about retiring. Does this sound like a familiar theme in this column? Start early and be consistent! Near retirement you want to think about turning some of your investments into income. Remember, when you retire you should consider that you may well live for another 20-30 years, and some of your monies have to continue to seek growth. One of the challenges you face in managing retirement income is that net worth doesn’t translate directly into income that you can use to pay your bills or make new investments. Stocks may pay dividends, but much of their value is the price per share you could realize only if you sold.You can spend bond interest, but if you liquidate the bond when it matures rather than reinvesting that amount, you won’t earn interest in the future. On the other hand, you must take regular cash distributions from your tax-deferred retirement accounts once

you reach 70.5 years of age. To meet that requirement, and create a cash flow, you might establish a systematic withdrawal schedule, or in the case of an annuity contract, choose annuitization. That is when you convert your account value to a steady lifetime income stream. These annuity contracts come in many ‘flavors’ so shop carefully and work with a knowledgeable insurance/investment expert. One approach is to spread your retirement savings around among a number of products, each designed to fill a different role for your needs. That might mean putting some money in stocks, bonds, mutual funds, real estate investment trusts (REITs), professional money management and fixed or variable annuities (or both). Thank you for reading our article this week. If you have any questions or ideas about this article, or one you would like to see written, please reach out and give us your thoughts. As always the very best of fortune with your journey to a comfortable retirement. Start early, invest on a consistent basis and work with a Certified Financial Planner. See you in two weeks.

Huntington’s Jon L. Ten Haagen, CFP*, runs Ten Haagen Financial Services, Inc., a full-service independent financial planning firm – and now, he is here to answer your questions! In this bi-monthly column, Ten Haagen will answer your financial questions and help you with his expert financial advice. Don’t be shy – our expert is here for you, so feel free to ask away! Email your questions to asktheexpert@longislandergroup.com today, and let our expert help you. *Ten Haagen is an Investment Advisor Representative offering securities and advisory services offered through Royal Alliance Associates, Inc., member of FINRA/SIPC, and a registered investment advisor. He is also an active community member, serving on several nonprofit boards and as executive officer of the Greater Huntington Boating Council. ** NEW OFFICE LOCATION: Due to a fire in the office building, the offices of Ten Haagen Financial Services, Inc. are now at 12 Bayview Ave., Northport.

have been put in place to help alleviate parking concerns. A shuttle will run from the Huntington Long Island Rail Road Station’s north commuter parking lot and to Heckscher Park. Overflow parking with bus service will also be available for the two showings at Crab Meadow Beach. Continuing into July, the event will partner with the The Town of Huntington’s annual Movies on the Lawn town’s Animal Shel- event is scheduled to begin June 27 with a showing of ter and its Give A “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” at Heckscher Park in Dog A Dream pro- Huntington. gram to host a free Nemo” showings will be held as a pet adoption event on the night of the drive-in experience, but there will al“Max” showing. Free adoptions will so be a large viewing area in front of also continue through that weekend the big screen for those who prefer to at the 106 Deposit Road animal shel- sit on lawn chairs or blankets. Gates ter in East Northport. to the beach open at 6 p.m. for the Cuthbertson said he is particularly drive-in movies. excited about this because members “I grew up in the age of drive-in of the Paws of War organization will movies and I try to bring the nostalbe there. Paws of War trains and gia of these outdoor venues back,” places rescued dogs to serve and pro- Cuthbertson said. vide independence to U.S. military The town’s fifth annual Sandcastle veterans who suffer emotional ef- Contest will also take place before the fects of war. “Finding Nemo” showing, and Cornell “Each season I try to incorporate a Cooperative will set up its “Marine special and fun attraction for movie- Life Touch Tank” before the movie begoers to do before each showing and gins. To sign up for the sandcastle conthis year is no exception,” Cuthbert- test, visit huntingtonny.gov/sandson said. castlecontest, or call the 24-hour Both the “Max” and “Finding movie hotline: 631-351-3112.

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and what they cared about and deciding on what nonprofits to support. That’s the magic. That’s a legacy. At Klein Wealth Management/Hightower Advisors we believe in the importance in discussing giving with our clients, in developing their gifting plans and managing the assets of these plans, as well as the endowments of their favored nonprofits. As fiduciaries we are perfectly suited for this role in reviewing their Investment Policy Statements, reviewing their spending policies, managing their portfolios and discussing their legacy. Klein Wealth Management is a team of investment professionals registered with HighTower Securities, LLC, member FINRA, MSRB and SIPC & HighTower Advisors LLC a registered investment advisor with the SEC. All securities are offered

through HighTower Securities LLC and advisory services are offered through HighTower Advisors, LLC. This is not an offer to buy or sell securities. No investment process is free of risk and there is no guarantee that the investment process described herein will be profitable. Investors may lose all of their investments. Past performance is not indicative of current or future performance and is not a guarantee. In preparing these materials, we have relied upon and assumed without independent verification, the accuracy and completeness of all information available from public and internal sources. HighTower shall not in any way be liable for claims and make no expressed or implied representations or warranties as to their accuracy or completeness or for statements or errors contained in or omissions from the. This document was created for informational purposes only; the opinions expressed are solely those of the author, and do not represent those of HighTower Advisors, LLC or any of its affiliates.

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