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Huntington Hilton To Change Hands By Jano Tantongco jtantongco@longislandergroup.com

Navika Group of Companies real estate investment group, aims to make the 305room Huntington Hilton in Melville a new hotspot for banquet events.

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The Navika Group of Companies seeks to expand its range of hotel properties by purchasing the 305room Huntington Hilton located at 598 Broad Hollow Road in Melville for $53 million. Naveen Shah, president and chief executive officer of the Uniondalebased company, said that the deal is expected to close by the end of the month, once the liquor license is approved. His main focus with the hotel is to turn it into the largest ban-

quet hall destination on Long Island, since it can accommodate 750 people in 28,000 square feet. “This hotel has a lot of potential to continue to do well for the community,” he said. “We are going to make this as a destination place for a lot of marriages and wedding events to take place. So, we are going to make this hotel very compatible to the community who’s looking forward to having their special events at this hotel.” Shah added that he hopes to also turn the hotel’s main restaurant, (Continued on page A22)

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Dix Hills fire officials have revealed $8 million plans for its 115 E Deer Park Road property, including renovation of its existing headquarters building and construction of a four-bay substation, portrayed above in a rendering.

The Dix Hills Fire Department has revealed an $8 million plan to renovate its existing headquarters and add a four-bay substation to its 115 E Deer Park Road property. According to a statement posted to the department’s website, fire officials said its current 58year-old headquarters does not meet building and electrical codes; is made up of cracked masonry and brick; has plumbing issues; and is too small to safely take in fire and rescue vehicles. The new substation would be (Continued on page A22)

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No Tax Breaks For Planned Shopping Center By Jano Tantongco jtantongco@longislandergroup.com

No tax breaks have been approved for the 486,000-square-foot mixeduse shopping center proposed for Jericho Turnpike in Elwood. Despite multiple reports stating $18.8 million in tax breaks were approved by the Suffolk Industrial Development Agency for the proposal, developer Kouros Torkan said Tuesday that he has no plans to submit such a request. According to Tourkan, the Suffolk IDA reached out to him to apply for tax breaks in May 2013. He applied and was given preliminary approval, but it represents no commitment from the agency, according to Suffolk IDA Executive Director Anthony Catapano. It was later determined that the project would not qualify for such incentives since, Catapano said, the Suffolk IDA only grants abatements for projects that are less than one-third retail. Plans for the Elwood Orchard shopping center, which has been proposed for the 49.28-acre site at the northeast corner of Jericho Turnpike and Manor Road, currently include an allotment of two-third retail space and one-third office and/or medical space. As per town code, the required offstreet parking for the site would total 2,180 spaces. The plan provides 2,249 spots. Torkan lauded the design of the

proposed shopping center, and also cited benefits like job creation and a bolstered tax base for the local economy if it is approved. The project’s November 2015 draft environmental impact statement details that approximately 750 construction jobs, and 950 permanent jobs, would be created. The project is also estimated to generate $4.06 million per year in tax revenue, with $3.03 million for the Elwood Union Free School District. In order for the plan to move forward, Torkan, who is the president of development company Syndicated Ventures, needs the Huntington Town Board to approve two zone changes, and an amendment to the town’s Horizons 2020 Comprehensive Plan. The Huntington Planning Board is sought public input on the proposal during a June 22 public hearing, which occured after deadline. The planning board was also expected to finalize its recommendation on the project for the town board. The project also includes a reduced density alternative, which would scale down the proposed shopping center to 392,975 square feet. The Huntington Planning Board could recommend this alternative, but the the town board will ultimately determine which version of the plan, if any, is approved. Currently, the town’s comprehensive plan identifies Jericho Turnpike as congested, with “very high” traffic levels.

A planned 486,000-square-foot Elwood Orchard shopping center would require the Huntington Town Board to amend the town’s Horizons 2020 Comprehensive Plan. Local community members have taken issue with a potential change to the town’s comprehensive plan. An online petition has been created by a group called Citizens for Protection of Residential Zoning in the Town of Huntington. Laura DiGrande, organizer of the group, said she was “one of many who are very much against this.” The petition had 1,473 signatures as of last week. “This attempt to change the comprehensive plan, change the zoning and allow this megamall to go into place is really flying in the face of the vision of the Town of Huntington,” said DiGrande, who lives south of the site. The comprehensive plan specifically identifies the “R-40 singlefamily residential zone between Warner Road and Manor Road” as providing a “significant break in the predominantly commercial land use

pattern of the corridor.” It goes on to say the future design for this corridor should limit the “intensity of development” to improve “traffic flow, land use patterns and visual character.” DiGrande added that another main concern for the project was the potential traffic impact of the project. A traffic study on the proposal was conducted, and analyzed by engineering firm Greenman-Pedersen, as per request of the Huntington Planning Board. The analysis found concerns about potential “spillbacks” of traffic, and a potential congestion in front of nearby residential driveways. But, it also found that trip generation estimates to be “acceptable.” DiGrande called the lack of tax breaks “good news,” but reiterated that she believes amendment of the comprehensive plan is the central issue.

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Convicted Rapist Arrested In Murder Case Friend of victim: ‘I thought we were never going to hear an answer’ By Jano Tantongco jtantongco@longislandergroup.com

A convicted rapist from Huntington Station has been arrested in connection with the 2013 murder of Sarah Strobel, a Walt Whitman High School graduate, Suffolk police said June 15. Suffolk County Homicide Squad detectives charged 28-year-old Fernando Romualdo with second-degree murder, and arraigned at County Court in Riverhead. Romualdo pled not guilty, according to court records. Romualdo is serving time upstate at Mohawk Correctional Facility for a second degree rape conviction. According to the state’s Department of Corrections and Com-

munity Supervision dataor form. It brought back base, Romualdo is serving the initial pain, but at the a maximum sentence of same time I finally felt three years at Mohawk. some sense of justice,” As of last week, he was Love, 25, said. being held without bail at Love said that Strobel the Suffolk County Corwas the first person she rectional Facility in Riverwas able to open up to in head. years. Fernando Strobel was 23 years old She said the two friends Romualdo when she was found dead planned to be each other’s at the Froehlich Farm Nature Pre- bridesmaids and to be “friends for serve in Huntington on Oct. 3, life,” until Strobel’s life took a se2013. ries of turns for the worst, including Sami Love, of Melville, a friend a battle with substance abuse. of Strobel’s since 2008, said she felt “She genuinely was a good pera “huge mix of emotions” when she son, that was just a victim to unforlearned of the arrest since she had tunate life circumstances that were thought that the case had gone cold. out of her control,” Love said. “We “I thought we were never going just need to come together as a to hear an answer in any way, shape community and not leave anyone

out. People are struggling and people don’t have anywhere to turn to.” In response to the arrest, Huntington Supervisor Frank Petrone issued a statement last week. “I commend the Suffolk County Police Department for continuing to press ahead in their investigation, and for bringing it to a conclusion with this arrest,” Petrone said. “Sarah Strobel’s murder deeply affected the Huntington Station community, but if there is any solace in her tragic death, it is that she helped crystallize the community into banding together and working with the town on measures to improve the quality of life in the Station. “Those improvements will be her lasting legacy."

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Suffolk County Legislator William Spencer (D-Centerport) stood with his legislative colleagues at the legislature building Friday to announce a blood emergency declared by the New York Blood Center, and urging members of the public to donate. Spencer stood alongside New York Blood Center Business Development Manager Susan Lingenfelter and his fellow county legislators Robert Trotta (R-Fort Salonga), Kate Browning, Monica Martinez and Tom Cilmi. The center’s blood supply has reportedly dropped to under a two-day supply for blood types O negative, B negative and A negative. An ideal supply would be at least seven days worth. Out of all the types, the universal O negative can be used for anyone requiring blood. “Every two seconds in this country, someone needs blood. In New York alone, 2,000 donations are needed each day,” Spencer said. “My message as a physician, as chair of the health committee, as a legislator

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Blood Emergency Declared, Donors Needed

Suffolk Legislator William “Doc” Spencer announces a blood emergency on Friday. Spencer is pictured with interns, from left: Robbie Spencer, who’s also the legislator’s son; Alex Noon; and Hannah Willen. with my colleagues is: please donate now.” He added that 30 percent of blood donations come from students, so summer is a particularly difficult

time for the blood supply. Spencer referenced the recent shooting in Orlando as an example of adequate blood supplies saving lives, saying that he was “particular-

ly alarmed.” “If that tragedy had occurred here in New York, there is concern that we would have not been able to meet the need,” he said. Lingenfelter explained that blood is a perishable resource and reserves are especially needed in crisis situations. She said that, after donation, it can take up to 48 hours for blood to be tested, processed, separated into components, typed and shipped out to the hospital. “The reason people survived is because people donated at a blood drive the week before, and it was already in the hospital on the shelf,” she said. “It’s a sacrificial gift you give to someone else. Without that, the doctors that did magnificent things, the nurses that helped to save those people’s lives in Orlando could not have done their job. The people would not have survived.” In regards to Long Island, she said Long Island Blood Services, a branch of the blood center, requires 800 people to donate every day to meet demand. To find a blood drive or blood center near you, visit NYBC.org.

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POLICE REPORT Compiled by Jano Tantongco

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Hit And Run Tracked Down A 20-year-old Dix Hills man was arrested at around 9:15 p.m. on June 13 for allegedly being involved in a hit and run that occurred at around 3:36 p.m. on May 20 on Bagatelle Road and South Service Road in Melville. Police said that he was driving a 1996 Mercedes when he struck a 2008 Lexus and fled.

Thread Thief A 51-year-old Melville man was arrested in Babylon for allegedly stealing assorted clothing from Wal-Mart on Broadhollow Road at around 7:45 p.m. on June 12. He was charged with petit larceny.

Automotive Thefts Police said three different thefts from unoccupied vehicles occurred from June 5June 10. Police said an unknown person stole money and a cell phone charger from an unlocked 2003 Jeep parked on Millet Street in Dix Hills at around 10 p.m. on June 5. Then, on June 9, police said an unknown person stole items from a 2014 Infiniti parked at the Sweet Hills Riding Center in Melville at around 6:20 p.m. Police said a purse and a digital camera were stolen. Also on June 9, police said an unknown person or persons stolen items from two vehicles parked at the Thomas School of Horsemanship on Round Swamp Road in Melville at around 5 p.m. Police said that money and credit cards were stolen from a Chevrolet, with no damage found to the vehicle. The next day, at around 9:30 a.m., credit cards and money were stolen from a Toyota Prius, which was found with a damaged lock, according to police.

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A 40-year-old Springfield Gardens woman was arrested in Melville for allegedly stealing various items from Macy’s Backstage at the Melville Mall on Walt Whitman Road at around 2:40 p.m. on June 18. Police said she stole four pairs of Versace sunglasses, assorted clothing and beauty and skincare items. She was charged with fourth-degree grand larceny.

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Bill To Ban Gay Conversion Therapy Stalls In Senate

Suffolk County Legislator William “Doc” Spencer (D-Centerport), chairman of the legislature’s health committee, urges lawmakers in Albany to pass a bill that would permanently ban the practice of gay conversion therapy in New York. By Lizzie Wilcox info@longislandergroup.com

A state Senate bill that would have permanently banned the practice of gay conversion therapy in New York was not passed before the 2016 legislative session ended June 16. Earlier this year, Gov. Andrew Cuomo prohibited public and private healthcare insurance companies from covering conversion practices in New York, and prohibited several mental health facilities in the state from conducting the practice on minors. The state Senate must pass its bill in order to permanently ban practice of conversion therapy in New York. Suffolk County Legislator William “Doc” Spencer (D-Centerport), chairman of the legislature’s health committee, sent a letter to lawmakers in Albany last month urging them to take up the issue. Spencer was also joined last week by LGBT Network CEO David Kilmnick and county legislators Rob Calarco, Bridget Fleming and William Lindsay in an attempt to persuade the state Senate to pass the bill. Spencer believes that the bill was not passed because it was not discussed in the Senate Mental Health

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and Developmental Disabilities Committee. He explained that the committee can vote for certain items not to be placed on the agenda. Spencer discussed the damaging effects that conversion therapy has, such as the perception that being a member of the LGBT is a diagnosis that can be cured. Research has shown that conversion treatments can pose dangerous risks to the wellness of patients, especially minors, including depression, suicidal ideation, social withdrawal and substance abuse. “If we change that perception I think it’s important because it will help to decrease some of the bias. It will help to take that community out of the crosshairs of hate crime,” Spencer said. Kilmnick added that “conversion therapy is a dangerous practice that sends a message to LGBT people and the greater world that there is something wrong and flawed with being LGBT and something that needs to be ‘fixed.’ It is this kind of ancient thinking that leads to hate and violence and results in tragic events in our country like the massacre in Orlando of 49 people at an LGBT club.”

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Water Fee Dead For Now A use-based surcharge on water pro- depletion that endanger wildlife and in the posed by Suffolk County Executive Steve worst cases, render beaches unsafe for Bellone earlier this year is off the table. For swimming. now. Locally, the opening of Centerport beach There was no press conference like the to swimming last year after years of being one held by the county exec earlier this year declared unsafe is testimony to the payoff to announce his plan, but having failed to investing in sewer infrastructure. The imgain the support of the state legislature it proved water quality there is directly attribappears the plan is dead in the water. Leg- uted to millions of dollars of upgrades islative approval was necesmade to Northport sewer plant. sary in order to get the propos- EDITORIAL Bellone’s plan would generate al on the ballot for a public refmoney needed to make such imerendum. provements throughout Suffolk County. Bellone’s plan called for imposing a $1 Laudable as the goal was, efforts to gain per 100,000 gallon surcharge – a “water support failed when Bellone low-balled the quality protection fee” – in order to gener- impact it would have on water users, and ate some $75 million annually to fund in- failed to bring large commercial users into frastructure and projects that would reduce the discussion. nitrogen pollution to contaminate Suffolk’s County residents have shown willingness waterways. to support county spending on environmenBellone has said protecting and improv- tal preservation and groundwater protecing water quality is one of his number-one tion, having voted in the past to approve objectives as county executive. The goal is sales tax surcharges for that purpose. If he a good one. Necessary even. Nitrogen pol- brings it back, the county executive needs lution from septic systems and normal to educate the public on the benefits and not runoff are tied to algae blooms and oxygen try to snow anyone with low-ball numbers.

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Think Twice About Shopping Center Proposal Dear Editor: I am a publisher and land-use columnist who writes professionally on regional real estate development issues. I am writing to share my thoughts on the proposed shopping center for the Mediavilla Orchards site. After analyzing the proposal, I respectfully ask

that the Huntington Planning Board ask if they feel that the developer is maximizing the vacant parcel’s full potential. A vacant site as large as this west of NYS Route 112 is a rare opportunity for transformative growth. It is encouraging the project may be scaled down – but a further reduction of footprint should be considered unless a more vibrant mixture of usage for the site is proposed. Why not cluster a dense multi-family development on 20 percent of

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the property, while preserving the remaining, unused 80 percent portion of the parcel? The planning board should also consider the quality of the jobs being created by the retail-heavy project. Does the proposal take full advantage of Long Island’s educated, eager-to-work workforce, or are the positions slated to be generated low-wage retail that relies on a healthy regional and national economy to thrive? Given the proximity of

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Facebook comments of the week On the stories about the proposed Elwood Orchards shopping center “Elwood School District needs the tax revenue badly. Approve the site without any tax breaks now!!!” -- Ken Coleman “NO MORE MALLS!” -- Angelo Liguori

Like us. Follow us. facebook.com/longislandernews several supermarkets near the project site, as well as numerous commercial and retail vacancies, the planning board should also question if the additional square footage being proposed is necessary or even financially sustainable in the future decades. In the end, civic groups in the Elwood area and the Town of Huntington need to think bigger with this property. Our region needs to maximize the potential of what few large, vacant parcels are left in the western portion of Suffolk. The township and community should work with the developer to create a

proposal worthy of the opportunity the site presents. RICHARD MURDOCCO Founder/Publisher, The Foggiest Idea

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Millie Supplies Laughs In Lively Performance

Michele Ragusa (Mrs. Meers) reflects characteristics of popular Disney villains with a mix of evil and comedy, and a poisonous apple as her weapon of choice to lure her victims. By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com

Where the hair is short and the dresses sparkle and flap, “Thoroughly Modern Millie” takes audiences back to the roaring 20s, to witness a lively and energetic performance at the John W. Engeman Theater in Northport Village. At the height of the Jazz age in New York City, audiences are in for a night of laughter and sensational entertainment, which includes singing, tap dancing, scat singing and more. The production, which on Broadway has won six Tony awards, follows the original story and screenplay by Richard Morris for the 1967

Universal Pictures film. At Engeman Theater, choreography is done by Dena DiGiacinto and Drew Humphrey, who also directed the production. The story follows the journey of Millie Dillmount (Tessa Grady), a quirky and determined flapper, who moves from Kansas to Manhattan in search of a husband, finding what she initially tried to avoid: love. In this journey, Millie meets a variety of characters that help her along the way including Miss Dorothy Brown (Sarah Stevens), a curly cued redhead, who shocks the crowd with pipes that can raise the ceiling. Millie also meets Jimmy Smith (Daniel Plimpton), an eligible suitor

Sarah Stevens (Miss Dorothy Brown) and Tessa Grady (Millie Dillmount) perform “How the Other Half Lives” in John W. Engeman Theater’s production of “Thoroughly Modern Millie.”

Tessa Grady (Millie Dillmount) delivers an exciting performance in the opening scene “Not for the Life of Me” in John W. Engeman Theater’s production of “Thoroughly Modern Millie.” who does whatever it takes to pursue Millie, including standing on the ledge of a window in “I Turned the Corner.” In addition to the talented cast, Mrs. Meers (Michele Ragusa), owner of Hotel Priscilla who kidnaps orphaned women into slavery, had the crowd laughing every time she stepped on stage. With a mix of evil and humor and a poisonous apple has her weapon of choice, Mrs. Meers reflects classic Disney villains in “They Don’t Know.” “I wanted to be sure that I created her with taste and with care and I think I’ve achieved that,” Ragusa said. “As an actor, to have a role where there’s really no boundaries at all is incredibly freeing. It’s so fun and to hear the response from the audience just feels awesome.” Ragusa, who also appeared in Engeman’s “Lend Me A Tenor” and “Boeing, Boeing,” said her favorite scene to perform was with the laundry basket and “Muqin,” sung by Ching Ho (Anthony Chan) and Bun Foo (Carl Hsu). Although sung in Chinese, a screen is pulled down from the ceiling for the audience to

follow the subtitles. In the opening of Act II, the audience is jumped back into the excitement where a ban of women join together in an energetic tap dancing number, “Forget About the Boy.” The scene had the audience whistling, shouting and clapping with thrill. “The voices were incredible,” said Dorothy Gouzoules, of East Northport, who was in the crowd. “You couldn’t imagine anybody else in the roles. It was very entertaining, and it kept you awake.” Lisa Bentivegna, of Centerport, said she enjoyed the whole performance, from the singing and the acting. “It was very upbeat, lively and Mrs. Meers was pretty funny,” she added. When the curtains closed, the ensemble received a standing ovation from the audience. The last day to witness the production is July 10. Showtimes are Thursdays and Fridays, at 8 p.m.; Saturdays at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the 250 Main St. box office, or at Engemantheater.com, and range $69-$74.

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Alternative rock band Soul Asylum is set to rock its way to The Paramount on June 28. far on the album to get a music video. Unlike other Soul Asylum music videos, Pirner said he enjoyed making this one because of its small scale production. “There’s all this digital equipment By Lizzie Wilcox now that makes things easier to do,” info@longislandergroup.com Pirner said. “You don’t have to go to In the wake of releasing its 11th Hollywood to make a music video.” Speaking of visuals, the cover art studio album “Change of Fortune,” alternative rock band Soul Asylum for the new album is intended to is set to rock its way to The Para- “make a statement,” Pirner said. The album art features a photograph of a mount next week. Dave Pirner, the band’s front man monkey halfway submerged in water, and staring inand the only curtently at a cell rent member who phone. The inspihas been with the ration stems from band since its bePirner’s confusion ginning 35 years on society’s obago, said that alsession with their though bandmemsmart phones. bers have been Pirner explained shuffling in and out that the monkey over the decades, — DAVE PIRNER on the cover was he believes Soul in a zoo, climbed Asylum is a lot betup a wall and ter today. “I would like to believe that the grabbed a visitor’s smartphone. The sound is evolving and getting bet- monkey then went into the water ter,” Pirner said. “When we started and took a photo, as the flash went playing none of us knew what we off. Unfortunately for the phone’s owner, the monkey then dove into were doing.” First founded in 1981, Soul Asy- the water with the phone in hand. Pirner said he found the photo in lum has climbed the charts with singles like “Runaway Train” and a magazine, asked permission to “Misery,” and has now integrated feature it and worked a deal out with five songs off its new album into the the photographer to use it as long as Soul Asylum provided some music live set list. “My life flashes before me every for his wildlife films. Soul Asylum is slated to play The time I play a set because some songs are from a long time ago and some Paramount on June 28. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 are pretty recent,” Pirner said. One of the recent tunes is “Super- p.m. Tickets can be purchased at sonic,” which is the lead single off Paramountny.com, or at the box ofthe new album, and the only song so fice for $20-$45.

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Take A Mid-Day Break With The Lunch Bunch By The Foodies info@longislandergroup.com Lunch is often a great way to experience the culinary delights of your favorite restaurant but at a lower price and with a portion size that fills you up just as well. Take a look at what some of the different restaurants around town are offering on their midday menus. Almarco Italian Grill 13 Wall St., Huntington 631-935-1690; Almarcoitalian.com At Almarco, $20 goes a long way. Pair one of Mark’s famous focaccia sandwiches or a half-order of pasta with all the fixings. Focaccias come with soup, salad and a decadent finish (a St. Joseph’s pastry), while the pasta comes with salad and dessert. Or, choose from grilled selections, pizzettes, soup, salad and appetizers.

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Bistro 44 44 Main St., Northport 631-262-9744; Bistro44.net Park your car right on the beautiful water of Northport harbor and stroll into Bistro 44 for some old world charm and mouthwatering lunch offerings. The prix-fixe lunch menu is avail-

able Monday-Saturday from 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. and features three courses for $19.95. Start with an appetizer like the bistro baked clams, move on to an entrée like the Thai shrimp salad and finish it off with a warm chocolate lava cake. Coffee and tea is included, but add an espresso or cappuccino for an extra $3. Black & Blue Seafood Chophouse 65 Wall St., Huntington 631-385-9255; Blackandbluehuntington.com The $10 lunch menu is available 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday-Friday, at Black & Blue. Offerings include the B&B Burger, a 10 oz Angus beef patty served with cheddar cheese, lettuce tomato and onion on a toasted bun and with French fries; and the Philly cheesesteak, which is served with provolone and cheddar cheese sauce, peppers and onions, and with French fries. Drink specials are also available for $5. Cinque Terre 872 East Jericho Turnpike, Huntington Station 631-923-1255; Cinqueterreli.com In Huntington Station, Cinque Terre will gladly quiet that midday stomach rumbling with a selection of hot and cold appetizers ($10-$16), and paninis and pizzas ($10-$16). Be sure to check out the gamberi scampi al pesto ($22), which is sautéed shrimp bathed in a scampi pesto sauce and served with green beans and roasted almonds.

The Chicken Feta Burger is available on Black & Blue’s lunch menu for $12. It’s ground all white meat chicken served with spinach and feta on a toasted bun. Make the bun gluten free for an extra $2. Shoe string French fries are included.

The Kobe short rib beef burger at Bistro 44 is served on a brioche bun with Stiton bleu cheese, Applewood bacon, frizzled onions, shredded lettuce, and with French fries for $14.50 on the lunch menu. Cirella’s 14 Broadhollow Road, Melville 631-385-7380; Cirellarestaurant.com If you’re looking for a wide selection to satisfy your lunchtime cravings then look no further than Cirella’s of Melville. Calamari fritti ($12-$14), pasta ($13-$19), pizza ($10-$15), parmigiana ($19-$38), antipasti ($5$15) and many more options await hungry tummies. Jewel 400 Broadhollow Road, Melville 631-755-5777; Jewelrestaurantli.com Lunch at Jewel covers all the bases, from the Asian chicken salad ($15.95), grilled oysters ($16.95), Angus beef burger ($16.95) and everything in between. Share a pizza, or get a steak – one can always rest assured that a Tom Schaudel creation will be a knockout. Mill Pond House 437 Main St., Centerport 631-261-7663; Millpondrestaurant.com An outstanding salad list includes everything from the wedge to the tuna nicoise ($12-$17). Or, explore the entrée list and indulge in “The King” Dino’s Steak Sandwich, which is sliced sirloin served on a toasted hero

The Costoletta Di Vitello Alla Parmigiana (pounded veal chop) is available on the lunch menu at Cirella’s in Melville.

with melted mozzarella and sautéed onions, and a side of French fries ($18). Also consider the $23.95, threecourse prix-fixe. Ruvo 63 Broadway, Greenlawn 631-261-7700; Ruvorestaurant.com Greenlawn’s Ruvo restaurant and bar $10-lunch selection is for hungry mid-day patrons. Dig into a chicken parmesan hero, or sliced meatball flatbread. For a little more, check out the lobster mac and cheese with balsamic salad for $14. Sandbar 55 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor 631-498-6188; Lessings.com Lunch at Sandbar can start with the chickpea fries, serve with sriracha aioli ($12), or one of many other appetizer offerings. Soups and salads are also a go, including the Sandbar Salad with warm goat cheese ($13) or the tomato soup, hot or cold, served with basil and brioche croutons ($10). As for the main attraction, try the seared organic salmon with leeks, trumpet royal mushrooms, chorizo and verjus sauce ($28) or the Sandbar Cheeseburger with bacon-onion marmalade and cheddar cheese ($18). Tim’s Shipwreck Diner 46 Main St., Northport 631-754-1797; Shipwreckdiner.com Start with the soup of the day, or perhaps clam strips ($8.95), mozzarella sticks ($8.95) or grilled mini crab cakes ($10.50) at Tim’s Shipwreck diner. Then move on to entrees like the hot homemade pot roast muenster gravy on a roll ($12.95) or grilled chicken, roasted red peppers and melted mozzarella on ciabatta bread served with French fries ($15.95).

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A $3 kids menu has been rolled out at Zinburger Wine & Burger Bar in Huntington. It’s available with the purchase of a full-sized adult entree. FOOD WITH A CAUSE: Also at Zinburg-

er Wine & Burger Bar, a dollar from every tic toc burger sold will be donated to the Tic Toc Stop, a Manhattan-based charity founded by Craig Carton to raise awareness for Tourettes research. The campaign runs through July 3. The tic toc burger runs $15.50, and features a fresh ground certified Angus beef patty served with pastrami, salami, capicola, provolone, smoked mozzarella, pepperoncinis, roasted garlic mayo, and topped with shredded lettuce and tomato.

The sixth annual Long Island Hospitality Ball is slated for June 27 at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury.

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sixth annual Long Island Hospitality Ball will be partnering with actor Alec Baldwin to raise funds for the Carol M. Baldwin Breast Cancer Research Fund. This will be the second year the organization is benefitting this particular research fund with the ball, which slated to be held at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury on June 27. In addition, the fundraiser will also honor three peers of the industry for their achievements: Garrett McGuiness, vice president and general sales manager of Spirits Division and Southern Wine and Spirits; Sean Rose, president and CEO of Clare Rose; and Chris D’Ambrosi, owner of Mio Posto restaurants. Last year, the LIHB raised a record of $385,000 in funds and hopes to cap that number on Monday. Located at 8325 Jericho Turnpike, the event will start from 7 p.m.-12:30 a.m. For more information, visit Longislandhospitalityball.org.

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tering selection of gourmet burgers, salads and sides, Zinburger Wine & Burger Bar (160 Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station, 631-271-3891) has introduced a $3 summer menu for kids up to 12 years old that will be available through July 31. The menu, which typically runs for $7, includes a soft drink, choice of hand cut fries, sweet potato fries and ranch salad. Kids can choose from a variety of dishes from the 11-item menu, including a hamburger, cheeseburger, or turkey burger; a turkey sloppy Joe; mac and cheese; or chicken strips. From the fountain, kids can choose their favorite soda drink, strawberry lemonade or cherry vanilla cola. For $2 more, kids can enjoy a delicious double chocolate, vanilla or strawberry shake, or a root beer or orange cream float. The $3 kids meal is available with the purchase of a fullsized adult entrée, such as a burger, sandwich or large salad.

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FUNDRAISING

Inaugural Campaign Raises $4K, Mostly In Quarters By Emily Ammann info@longislandergroup.com

Youngsters at The Chai Center synagogue in Dix Hills have gone the extra mile in a fundraising effort benefiting children with special needs. The over $4,000 raised through the inaugural Smile for a Mile campaign was collected mostly in quarters -- enough coins that, if laid out, would stretch for a mile or more. Members of the Chai Center’s Hebrew School and CTeen programs, who range in 8-17 years old, raised the money to benefit the synagogue’s Friendship Circle, and to fund special programs. The Friendship Circle allows kids and teens with special needs to spend time with volunteers in a “non-judgmental and accepting environment” while also improving their social skills. These experiences, according to Rabbi Dovid Weinbaum, “Empower the children… while enriching the lives of everyone involved.” With the help of the money raised, the synagogue will be able to fund programs such as Friends @ Home, Teen Scene, Bowling Bud-

The over $4,000 raised by youngsters at The Chai Center synagogue in Dix Hills was collected mostly in quarters. It’s estimated that the coins would stretch for over a mile if they were all laid out. dies, Pet Therapy and holiday events. The fundraising efforts began in February when participants were provided a special collection container to hold their funds, according to Weinbaum. “The kids were excited each time they came with full containers, ready to get a new one to be filled up again,” he said. “Quite a few

Members of the Chai Center’s Hebrew School and CTeen programs have raised over $4,000 to benefit the synagogue’s Friendship Circle, and to fund special programs. kids,” even “gave right from their personal savings and piggy banks,” such as Tyler Bonasera. Bonasera said “this was a great way of fundraising money for special needs children. It was done in a fun way. Me and my brothers...felt it was the right thing to do.” Weinbaum added that it was “a joy” to watch the fundraising efforts. He called it “a true Mitzvah.”

“They each had one common purpose, which was to put a smile on another child’s face,” he said. Although Smile for a Mile is “brand new” to The Chai Center, he and his colleagues there are already looking ahead to the future. “We plan on doing similar projects to teach children the importance of giving to the community at this young age,” Weinbaum said.

HISTORY

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Greenlawn’s Pickle King, Samuel Ballton, was secured in town history last week as Huntington officials unveiled historic markers at locations where Ballton built several homes. Huntington Supervisor Frank P. Petrone and town councilmembers Mark Cuthbertson, Susan Berland and Tracey A. Edwards joined June 18 with the town’s African American Historic Designation Council to dedicate the markers in the municipal parking lot between Broadway and Gaines Avenue, and at the intersection of Taylor and Boulevard Avenues. Ballton, the 19th-century escaped slave who rose to become Greenlawn’s Pickle King, was born into slavery in Virginia. He escaped the South during the Civil War and in 1873 settled in Greenlawn, where he started as a tenant farmer for one of the town’s wealthiest landowners. Later, while employed as a shareholder for the owner of the largest farm in Greenlawn, he gained much attention by growing record numbers of cucumbers and cabbages. He earned the nickname of the “Pickle King” as a

A pair of historical markers were dedicated by town officials last week to remember Greenlawn’s Pickle King, Samuel Ballton. result of growing and processing 1.5 million pickles in one season. Moving beyond tenant farming, Ballton was able to gain capital while serving as buying agent for a large Boston pickle house. He began to buy land and houses near the new railroad line, which got him on the

path toward being a successful landowner, entrepreneur and founding member of the Greenlawn community. He died on April 30, 1917 at the age of 79. In their remarks, Petrone and Cuthbertson both noted that, as part of Ballton’s legacy, the community has

a park (near the Harborfields Public Library) is named Pickle Park, and annually the local historical association hosts a pickle festival. Berland, who sponsored the town board resolution providing funding for the markers, spoke of the importance of historic markets throughout Huntington. Edwards highlighted Ballton’s prominence as an African-American, and noted that his funeral was held at Huntington’s Bethel African American Episcopal Church, the oldest African-American church in the town, which is still in existence and which she attends. The board members also recognized members of the Greenlawn Civic Association and the Huntington branch of the NAACP who attended the ceremony. Following the ceremony, Town Historian Robert Hughes led a walking tour past some of Ballton’s houses, starting at the Smith Street marker and ending at the marker near Taylor and Boulevard avenues. A reception was held following the tour at the Harborfields Public Library.

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HUNTINGTON

Y Promoting Safe Swimming With Worldwide Event Photo by the YMCA of Long Island

The Huntington YMCA is set to join in on Friday’s seventh annual World’s Largest Swimming Lesson, a worldwide event that promotes safe swimming. By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com

With the summer season rolling in the YMCA of Long Island has partnered with Stew Leonard III Children’s Charities to promote the importance of safe swimming with the seventh annual World’s Largest Swimming Lesson. “I hope that our families realize how important it is to keep our kids safe and recognize the importance of swimming as it relates to preventing drowning,” Anne Brigis, president and CEO of YMCA Long Island, said. “I hope that we’re able to teach some skills that provide some tips, especially as folks get ready to use pools, boats and go to the beach.” More than 500 locations in over 20 countries and 40 states are expected to host swim lessons on Friday. On the local level, Brigis said Huntington YMCA expects more than 30 kids and their families to join the free event. “If a child participates in formal swimming and water safety we can reduce the risk of drowning by 88 percent,” she said, adding that drowning is the second leading cause of unintended injury related death for children ages 5-14. From 10 a.m.-12 p.m., aquatics instructors will be prepare children by teaching water safety skills, including paddling and back floats. Brigis said Long Island is espe-

cially vulnerable to drowning accidents since it is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, the Long Island Sound and is home to a “plethora of neighborhood backyard pools.” “I’m passionate about trying to make sure we do everything possible to keep kids safe,” she added. Suffolk legislators have also been promoting the importance of safe swimming. Legislator Lou D’Amaro (DHuntington Station) said, “I cannot understate the importance of kids knowing pool safety rules. D’Amaro, who recently spoke with students at John F. Kennedy Intermediate School in Deer Park about the topic, added, “It’s always a team effort in trying to educate our kids in pool safety and learning to swim is certainly a big part of that.” Legislator William “Doc” Spencer (D-Centerport) added that the best step to avoid drowning accidents and other injuries is to take swimming lessons and to learn CPR. “By taking lessons, adults and children are not only protecting themselves, but they will be prepared to help if an emergency situation arises,” he said. “Accidents can happen in just a matter of seconds. We must all vigilantly take precautions when around water sources and teach our children to do the same.” For more information on the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson, visit Ymcali.org or call 855-2962254.

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BUSINESS School Teaches Art Of Dance Education

Elsa Posey, founder and director of Posey School of Dance, attended New York City Ballet’s School of American Ballet and American Ballet Theater.

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At Posey School of Dance in Northport, students don’t just dance, they embrace the art of dance, according to Elsa Posey, founder and director of the school. Students develop technical skills, learn cultural and historical aspects of dance, dance notation and literature and become involved in the creative process of dance composition and choreography. “It’s an artistic experience, and it’s an educational one, so it’s an arts discipline and it’s a very rare approach,” Posey, 77, of East Northport, said. “Our graduates go into college and university work very easily because they’re trained that

way and they dance for the rest of their lives.” Open since 1953, the school offers classical ballet, modern dance, tap, jazz, creative dance, and a preschool program. The school, which is located in a building built in 1893, has a total of three multi-use education rooms, including one main studio. “The basics of dance are really the elements of time, force and space,” Posey said, adding that dance is a way of expression and communication. “If you know how people dance you know a great deal about them.” Posey attended New York City Ballet’s School of American Ballet and American Ballet Theater and said she became a teacher because she enjoys working with people and loves the historical aspects of dance. “So having children learn dances from around the world and from different eras in our historical background, they get an excellent education, not just intellectually but through their body,” Posey said, who teaches six classes at the school. “It

Open since 1953, the school offers classical ballet, modern dance, tap, jazz, creative dance, and a preschool program.

becomes very personal and very much alive.” Although not a recital or competition school, the nonprofit organizes performances, having recently performed “Peter and the Wolf” and the “Northport Nutcracker Ballet.” With students ranging in age from 2-82 years old, Posey said students don’t only learn how to perform, they also learn the business side of the industry as well, collaborating with others and choreographing performances. “Traditionally the forms of dance that we teach have rules and regulations but the artistry is from the individual and how they use and work within those confines,” Posey said. “I often say to my students, you learn the rules so you can break them as an artist but you have to know the rules first.” With tuition for the 36-week school year at $800 for each class the student is enrolled in, students will develop leadership skills in communication and social situations. Now as the summer season rolls

in, Posey School is preparing for two summer programs. From July 11-Aug. 19, Posey’s preschool program for ages 3-6 offers dance, fine art, music, poetry, dramatics, yoga and more, at $245 per week. For students ages 7 and older, Posey’s school summer program runs from July 11-Aug. 18 and, for $395 per week, offers ballet, pointe/pre-pointe, variations, jazz and tap, modern and contemporary dance notation and more. The goal for Posey School is that students develop a love and appreciation of dance, Posey said. She added, “They may not become performers but dance will always be a part of themselves, a part of their expression and how they take care of themselves.”

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BUSINESS Cablevision Sale A Done Deal The $17.7 billion sale of Cablevision was finalized on Tuesday. Netherlands-based cable operated Altice has acquired the Bethpagebased cable operator, which was founded by Charles Dolan in 1973. Cablevision also owned media properties that include Newsday and News 12, which will now be transferred to Altice, Newsday reported. Altice officials plans to combine Cablevision with Suddenlink, a St. Louis-based cable service provider that was also recently purchased by Altice. The two will form Altice USA, which is expected to serve more than 4.6 million customers across 20 states as the fourth-largest cable operator in the country.

Altice USA will be led by Dexter Goei, president of Altice, and chairman and CEO of Altice USA. Altice began talks to acquire Cablevision on Sept. 16, 2015. Cablevision shareholders previously approved the transaction by written consent, but the sale was finalized after approvals at the federal, state and local levels. Cablevision shareholders received $34.90 in cash for each common stocks. BC Partners and CPP Investment Board hold a 30 percent stake, as previously announced. The last full trading day of Cablevision common shares on the New York Stock Exchange was Monday. -WROBLEWSKI

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Work/Life Balance Welcoming the summer months often means an increase in happy hours, family vacations and outdoor fun. With the longer days and warmer temperatures it seems people are looking for ways to make the most efficient use of their work day so they can enjoy summer’s social scene. This leads to the issue of attaining work/life balance. As a business organization, the Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce is always looking for ways to promote business year round, but recognizes the value of personal time to relax and recharge. One chamber member who understand the struggle of finding work/life balance is Marina Palacios, manager of the Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Huntington. Marina and her husband, Jose, opened the studio in 2015 and welcomed a son the same year. “Dance has always been my passion, so the opportunity to own a dance studio and share that passion with the Huntington community was like a dream. However, nothing is as important to me as family, so I can't just get lost in the dancing knowing I have a husband and son

that deserve my time,” Marina said. She noted it was a very busy time, especially in the beginning, but with the help of close family and friends they were able to make it work. Another unique aspect of being a business owner is that Marina was able to bring her son to work. “Certainly, having our first child while launching our business was a real challenge, but the beauty of a ballroom dance studio is that your students become family and your family is welcomed by your students. I was afraid I would not spend enough quality time with my baby and not be able to teach him the things that are appropriate for his age stages, but I used every free minute in the mornings before work and on weekends to dedicate my full time to him and my husband. It was little steps that I had to take to not get frustrated,” Marina said. Now their son has become a regular fixture at the studio. So take the little steps to find balance. Those small changes can lead to big gains, professionally and personally.

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THURSDAY Reliable Referrals Networking Breakfast

An opportunity to expand your business on Thursday, June 23, at the Dix Hills Diner. Dix Hills Diner (1800 E Jericho Turnpike, Huntington). Bring your business cards and network with other professionals such as accountants, lawyers, doctors and a variety of other kinds of professionals, all are welcome. The free event runs 7-8:30 a.m. It will also be held June 30.

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Calendar O M M U N I T Y

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. ·On June 28, learn to understand long island like never before as author Ralph Brady discusses his book, “Landmarks & Historic Sites of Long Island.” Learn about places worth taking a day-trip to as well as locations frequently overlooked but never properly understood right here on long island. Brady’s presentation will include pictures both historical as well as current of the most noteworthy landmarks right where you live.

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. Representatives from various substance abuse treatment agencies and youth agencies will be available to provide information. Seminar open to students ages 16-17.

FRIDAY

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Pink Floyd’s “Dark Side of the Moon” The Vanderbilt Planetarium (180 Little Neck Road, Centerport) is hosting a visually fantastic laser show to the soundtrack of Pink Floyd’s most successful album released in 1973, “The Dark Side of the Moon.” The familyfriendly show starts at 10 p.m.

SATURDAY Huntington Hoedown

Huntington Fire Department's Protection Hose Co. presents the fifth annual Huntington hoedown fundraiser, featuring The Grand Central. Saturday, June 25, 6-11 p.m. Tickets are $40 at the door, $35 advance purchase. Ticket price includes barbecue, beer and line dancing. There will also be a 50/50, raffles with prizes from local merchants and big ticket items to be auctioned off by a live auctioneer. Ages 21 and over. At Huntington Fire Department headquarters (1 Leverich Place). For more information, visit Huntingtonhoedown.com.

Emergency Radio Event At Caumsett

As part of a nationwide test of emergency communications, local Amateur Radio (ham) operators will set up temporary short-wave radio transmitting stations at the Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve on Lloyd Neck in Huntington Saturday, June 25, and Sunday June 26. Visitors are welcome to stop by to observe the operation any time between 2 p.m. Saturday through 2 p.m. Sunday.

SUNDAY

Photography By Sandra Carrion And Susan Kravitz The Fotofoto Gallery (14 W Carver St., Huntington) is having a special exhibition Wednesday, June 29. These photographers utilize techniques both traditional and contemporary. The exhibition features vivid photographs of artifacts and landscapes and other culturally charged images. Free admission.

MONDAY Long Island Writers House

Suffer from writers block? This may be the environment you need to unleash your creative powers. On Monday, June 27, from 6-9 p.m., the Long Island Writers House (46 Green St., Huntington) offers a workshop designed to inspire writers. Short prompts are given to help boost creativity as well as discussions which give writers the opportunity to share their ideas. A quiet space with three hours of focused writing time is available. Walk-ins are welcome as space allows.

tures vivid photographs of artifacts and landscapes and other culturally charged images. Free admission.

UPCOMING/ONGOING 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 631-262-1891.

TUESDAY Federal Democratic Primary Election

The Democratic candidate running for the soon-to-be-vacant seat of Rep. Steve Israel in the Third Congressional District will be determined by voters on Tuesday, June 28. For polling information, visit suffolkvotes.com.

WEDNESDAY

Peter Max’s Psychedelic Exhibition

A new exhibit encompassing Peter Max’s work from the ’60s through today is being held at LaMantia Gallery (127 Main St., Northport). Peter Max himself will make a special appearance at the gallery Sunday, June 25 from 6-8 p.m., and on Sunday, June 26, from 2-4 p.m. Admission is free, but RSVP is required: 631-754-8414.

teens insuring you can breathe easy this summer. “Water Safety for Kids,” for children in grades 2-5, will be at 10:30 a.m., then at 11:45 a.m. children from ages 3-6 can attend an entertaining course titled, “Water Safety Puppet Show,” For older children in grades 612, the course, “Water Safety for Teens & In Betweens,” will be at 12:30 p.m.

Photography By Sandra Carrion And Susan Kravitz

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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. 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. ·On Saturday, June 25, several water safety courses will be held for kids and

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. Adult coloring book night is June 23 for adults in their 20s and 30s. Release your inner child with a night of relaxing coloring. Come alone or bring a friend, coloring books, supplies, coffee and tea will be provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own.

Elwood Public Library

3027 Jericho Turnpike, Elwood. 631-4993722. elwoodlibrary.org. ·Start the summer with a bang this Thursday, June 23 with the Summer Kickoff Ice Cream Sundae and Root Beer Float Party from 7-8 p.m. Young Adults are invited to watch how to make their own ice cream and are then welcome to make their own sundaes with a variety of toppings to choose from.

Half Hollow Hills Community Library

Dix Hills: 55 Vanderbilt Parkway. 631-4214530; 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. ·Friday, June 24 from 3-6 p.m. is the Summer Reading Club Opening Ceremony. No registration is necessary, participants are welcome to enjoy juggling, field day games, face painting, and more. At the Dix Hill branch.

Harborfields Public Library

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.

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·June 29 children ages 2 and up, and family members, are welcome for a production of the classic, “You're a Good Man Charlie Brown.”

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Judy Garland: Celebrating A Legend Judy Garland: Celebrating a Legend tribute on Tuesday, June 28, at 7:30 p.m., at the Cinema Arts Centre (423 Park Ave., Huntington). This tribute is to honor what would have been Judy Garland’s 94th birthday on June 10, 1922 and the 47th anniversary of her death on June 22, 1969. Approx. 110 minutes. Tickets $10$15. Includes reception.

Huntington Public Library

Main branch: 338 Main St., Huntington. 631-427-5165. Station branch: 1335 New York Ave., Huntington Station. 631-4215053. 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-site-services/station-branch for information on which documents to bring. Call 516-867-3580 to register. Huntington Station branch. For adults. ·Join Cathy Crocetti for a class on the ancient game of Mah Jongg on Monday, June 27. Bring Mah Jongg cards. Class is for adults. At the Huntington branch.

Northport-East Northport Library

Northport: 151 Laurel Ave. 631-261-6930. (East Northport: 185 Larkfield Road. 631261-2313. nenpl.org) ·Learn the basics of computer language, code structure and implementation at the Introduction to Coding class for children and teens entering grades 6-12. The class will take place on Monday, June 27, 3-5 p.m. Registration required. East Northport branch. ·Google Docs and Google Apps: for more advanced computer users, Wednesday, June 29, will teach adults how to create an account, use calendar functions and apps. Registration required. At the East Northport branch.

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. ·For ages 12-18, come Friday, June 24, for a special movie night featuring pizza and “Star Wars.”

THEATER/FILM Cinema Arts Centre

423 Park Ave., Huntington. cinemaartscentre.org. 631-423-7611. · Judy Garland: Celebrating a Legend tribute on Tuesday, June 28, at 7:30 p.m., at the Cinema Arts Centre (423 Park Ave., Huntington). This tribute is to honor what would have been Judy Garland’s 94th birthday on June 10, 1922 and the 47th anniversary of her death on June 22, 1969. Approx. 110 minutes. Tickets $10$15. Includes reception.

John W. Engeman Theater

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 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. ·Hunt Around Huntington Scavenger Hunt Begins Friday, July 1.

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, $4-6/seniors, and $4-6/children; members and children under 10 get in free. 631-351-3250. ·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. ·Exploring Art... Making Memories on June 27. Program geared towards those who suffer from dementia and their loved ones based on how new research suggests art can help the brain with memory recollection retention and etc. Group discussion will take place and refreshments will be served, registration is required.

Holocaust Memorial And Tolerance Center

Welwyn Preserve, 100 Crescent Beach Road, Glen Cove. Hours: Monday-Friday. 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. 631-271-8423. 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. 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. 631-427-7045, ext. 401. huntingtonhistoricalsociety.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. ·Summer Splendor: The Gardens of Northport Garden Tour on Sunday, June 26 from 12 noon-4 p.m. Advance sale tickets $25 for members, $30 for nonmembers. Additional $5 per ticket day of the event. For more information, visit northporthistoricalsociety.org.

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. ·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. ·Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side of the Moon; Friday, June 24, Show starts at 10 pm. Tickets available online.

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 Hilarious Comedy of Uncle Floyd” will be presented August 6 at 7:30 pm. Tickets available online for $20.

The Paramount

370 New York Ave., Huntington. 631673-7300. Paramountny.com. All shows begin at 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted. ·Tuesday, June 28, 8 p.m. Soul Asylum and the English Beat. Tickets $20-$45

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Suffolk County police stand in solidarity with the Orlando shooting victims. The department also stepped up patrols throughout the county in the wake of the shooting. By Jano Tantongco jtantongco@longislandergroup.com

Community, government and religious leaders across Long Island and the Town of Huntington mourned the 49 lives lost June 12 in the Orlando shooting tragedy. Huntington Supervisor Frank Petrone ordered all flags at town facilities to be lowered to half staff on the day of the shooting in memory of the victims. "Our hearts go out to the victims, their families and friends, and to our brothers and sisters of the LGBT community as they mark Pride activities this month," Petrone said in a statement issued shortly after the shooting. Adding to her input, Huntington Councilwoman Susan Berland said, “As a mother of four children, my heart aches for all of the families whose loved ones were lost or injured on that fateful night." She continued, “My thoughts and prayers go out to the LGBT community and I stand proudly with them.” In Centerport on June 14, an interfaith prayer service was held with various religious leaders at the Congregational Church of Huntington. Names of each of the victims were read aloud, and candles were lit for them, during the service.

The next day, Rev. Mark Bigelow, pastor at the church, said that “each of the religious leaders offered prayers of remembrance and hope, which tried to transform the pain into a sense of hope. Bigelow continued, “Hate doesn’t get chased out by hate, but only love can do that, so we’re trying to build up love. The pastor said that, at times, “one terrible act can just shatter all the good work that all of us do.” He added, “Once you start to work through your grief, you realize… the base is still there, the love’s still there.” Dr. Kausar Zaman, representing Westbury-based Islamic Center of Long Island, of which she is a founding member and past vice president, also attended the service. She called it “beautiful,” but added that she hopes “we never, ever have to have another ceremony like this.” Zaman now questions where one can be safe after mass shootings across the nation in places like theaters, churches, and, now, clubs. “Evil people are evil people no matter what religion they belong to,” she said. “I think it’s a cult by itself. People who hate, it’s a cult.” Dot Schmitt, an openly gay woman, and past moderator at the Congregational Church of Hunting-

ton, said there are “not adequate words to describe how senseless and tragic” the Orlando shooting was. She said the prayer service was “moving, just to mourn together -- it wasn’t a political statement, there was nothing politicized about the evening. We can rely on one another for support, no matter what our faith is.” On June 13, Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone and Police Commissioner Timothy Sini announced increased patrols and security measures at LGBT centers and events, citing the county’s large LGBT populations, in-

cluding Fire Island and the Hamptons. Later that evening, the LGBT Network hosted a candlelight vigil to mourn the victims. In a statement, LGBT Network Chief Executive Officer David Kilmnick called the shooting a “deplorable act of violence that targeted the LGBT community.” He continued, it’s “a painful reminder of the hate and bias that continues to plague our country. Our hearts and minds are joined with all the family, friends and loved ones who are mourning today.”

In Centerport last week, an interfaith prayer service with various religious leaders was held at the Congregational Church of Huntington.

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TENEBRAE We are but passing shadows. The dappled leaves from bouncing, winded boughs wash our faces with morning sun. We are like these sudden winds, Birthed between opposing forces: To pull petals from the rose flip the baby's whispy hair, Raise the dog's complaint.

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People In The News Compiled by Andrew Wroblewski recognition of his athletic talent, high standards of sportsmanship, and his ability to serve as a positive role model for his teammates. Melville resident Tamara Aqil is one of two recipients of The EyeBank for Sight Restoration’s 2016 Young Ambassador Scholarship. The $1,000 annual scholarship was established in memory of Christopher Nordquist, who died at age two and gave the gift of sight to two people as an eye donor.

Andrew Nakhjavan receives his MVP tennis award from coach Barnett. Long Island Lutheran middle and high schools recognized the achievements of its outstanding students at its annual honors banquet held on June 13 at the Fox Hollow Caterers in Woodbury. Among those honored was Dix Hills resident Andrew Nakhjavan. LuHi athletic awards are presented to the most valuable player on each of the 2015-2016 interscholastic varsity sports teams. Nakhjavan, a sophomore, was named MVP of the Lutheran High varsity tennis team in

Aqil is pursuing studies at Excelsior College while working as a licensed practical nurse. For her scholarship submission, she presented information about eye, organ and tissue donation to her fellow operating room nurses. To enhance her presentation, Aqil created an outstanding visual display as well as a video of New York City sights with a message urging New Yorkers to “Sign up in the Donate Life Registry and give the gift of sight.” The Young Ambassador Scholarship is awarded to a qualifying applicant under the age of 25 who is entering or currently enrolled in college and has worked to increase public awareness of eye, organ, and tissue donation. For more information about The Eye-Bank’s Young Ambassador Scholarship, visit Eyedonation.org/scholarship.

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built on the north end of the existing lot, and would readily fit ‘modernsized” fire vehicles. It would be built from a prefabricated structure that would be assembled on-site. The existing building will be renovated to meet modern standards and would serve administrative purposes of the department, which responds to 2,400 alarms each year. The Huntington Town Board exempted on June 7 the project from both site plan review and from required variances. “Over the last five years we have worked closely with residents, community groups, and members to develop this plan,” stated Todd Cohen, chairman of the Dix Hills Board of Fire Commissioners. “We believe it represents the optimal combination of safety, operational efficiency and fiscal responsibility for all.” Bob Commisso, a commissioner

on the board, added, “Given its critical importance to our emergency response in the district’s northern half, we scrutinized every option for modernization. Economics precluded replacing the facility, leaving renovation and repair as our only viable option.” According to the website, the project will cost $8 million. To fund it, fire district officials want to allocate $1.5 million from reserves, and borrow $6.5 million in the form of a municipal bond. According to plans, renovating the existing building will cost $4 million; building the new substation would cost $3 million; and remaining external site work would cost $1 million. Meetings at Huntington Town Hall meetings to provide additional details and public hearings are scheduled for the fall. The earliest groundbreaking is projected to be spring or summer 2017.

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Masterson’s Steakhouse, into an Italian restaurant and bring a Chinese and Thai restaurant into the current Basil’s Bistro. Navika, a real estate investment group, owns properties in 23 states throughout the country, mainly focusing on hotels. The Huntington Hilton would be its first foray on the island. Shah believes that improvements to the hotel will help local

employment and the bolster the town’s overall image. “We want to do a gentle improvement to bring a better experience to the guests and the patrons,” Shah added. “We want to continue to focus on driving the banquet events toward community events, social events, wedding events. We do anticipate to drive that business in different segments of the community.”

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5-Year Lax Star Nominated For Prestigious Award By John Grimaldi info@longislandergroup.com

The Butch Dellecave award is a prestigious honor bestowed each year to two high school students who excel in the classroom and on the athletic field, and as a community contributor and difference maker. This year, one of the award winners hails from Half Hollow Hills High School West, Riley Forte, a member of the school’s Class of 2016, a cornerback on its varsity football team and middie on its varsity lacrosse team. Presented by the Butch Dellecave Foundation, the award also comes with a $1,000 scholarship. Each high school in Suffolk nominates one male and female athlete for consideration. On being nominated, Forte said, “I thought it was an honor… I spend a lot of time on school and the sports that I play, and to be recognized for that is an honor.” Forte is a five-year member of the varsity lacrosse team who has been committed to Hofstra University since he was a sophomore. “It was a challenge that I took on, my brother was a senior and captain on varsity when I started so he led me through it,” Forte said. He has earned All-County honors twice and was a nominated AllAmerican over the course of his ca-

Riley Forte, left and inset, a graduating senior at Half Hollow Hills High School West, is a five-year player on the school’s varsity lacrosse team and was recently nominated for the prestigious Butch Dellecave award. reer with the Colts. This past season, he scored 36 goals and dished out 14 assists. Throughout his five seasons, he amassed 93 goals and 74 assists. Forte said he decided on Hofstra after looking at a few different schools. “Coach [Seth] Tierney is a great coach, it was a great environment and their engineering program is great, which is what I want to do,” he said. The Colt also a recipient of the

2016 Suffolk Zone award, which given to a student who earns an ‘A’ in physical education, as well as a 3.0 GPA, and also who demonstrates leadership as captain of a team or leader of a club. Tom Rooney, Hills West’s head lacrosse coach, commended Forte for his leadership qualities. “I think when you’re a good leader, you lead by example, and that’s what he does. He’s always first in line, al-

ways gives 100 percent effort and that becomes infectious, especially when your teammates respect you like Riley’s do,” Rooney said. “On the field he is one of the most versatile players I’ve ever coached. I’ve been coaching high school lacrosse for 18 years and there is nothing he can’t do. He can shoot from the outside, he has great handles inside, and he’s very athletic. I think he is one of the best midfielders I’ve ever seen.”

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Upper Room To Host Summer Hoops Camp

Senior guard Devon Banks was also a member of the Upper Room Christian School boys varsity basketball team this past season.

Upper Room Christian School in Dix Hills is set to host a boys basketball camp this summer. The camp is intended to raise money for the school’s basketball program. The camp is slated for Aug. 8-Aug. 12, running 9 a.m.-12 noon each day. There’s a $125 coast for each camper, and the camp is going to be hosted at the 722 Deer Park Road school. This past season, Upper Room’s varsity boys basketball team finished its first season under head coach Tom

Femminella with a record of 19-6 overall record, and with a third place standing in the East Region of the National Prep Championships. Femminella will be directing the camp, which is intended for boys in grades 3-8. The camp will be made up of individual instruction, skill stations and team concepts. Campers will also get pizza and a drink at the end of each camp day. For more information, and to register, visit Urcs.org or email hoops@urcs.org.

A24 • HALF HOLLOW HILLS NEWSPAPER • JUNE 23, 2016

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