Huntington Weekly - 12/15/16 Edition

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E D I S N I Greenlawn Filmmaker MUSIC Sal Valentinetti Ready To Croon At Paramount 3

TRAVEL Hit The Road For A Sampling Of Craft Beers 6

FOODIES New And Old Meet At The Rust & Gold

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business Stagecraft Is Key At Huntington’s School Of Rock 10

STAND UP!

YOUR WEEKLY GUIDE TO WHAT’S HAPPENING IN HUNTINGTON TOWNSHIP

How pop star Meredith O’Connor got past being bullied 7

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POLICE REPORT Compiled by Jano Tantongco

Getting Into The Spirit

Stealing For Vanity

All is bright… So my neighbor takes out the Wanted: Affordable housing… While dislight bulb from the fixture over his garage door cussing the state of the town and screws in a green one. He calls it Christmas with a colleague last week, the decorations. Way to go, Ernie. topic of Huntington’s populaNow you’re the only one on the IN THE KNOW tion came into the mix, block whose Christmas lights WITH AUNT ROSIE prompting us to wonder where are hooked up to a motion we will be years down the line. detector.

A burning issue that has been on everyone’s mind has been the question of where Christmas tree hunt… This year, I decided are our young people going? We spend upwards it was time to retire my fake old Christmas tree. of hundreds of thousands of dollars on a young With the branches falling apart, the tree was no person’s education. To have them migrate to New longer full and the bristles had no problem mak- York City or beyond means we are essentially ing a mess all over my floor. Although every now providing free human capital for everywhere but and then I would use a real tree that I purchased here. And, what’s one of the major reasons our from Tilden Lane Farm or Oakwood Road younger folks cite in why they don’t stay? A lack Nursery, a fake tree is easier for old gals like me of affordability. The recent published report on to handle. So this weekend, I made my way to affordable housing by the Huntington Township Target on Jericho Turnpike in Huntington Station Housing Coalition’s report has found that the to purchase a fake tree. When I walked in, I was town is not meeting its previously set goals of astonished by the prices and the limited variety, expanding such housing for the town’s residents. where most of the trees were either too tall or If we can’t house our young people without them only sold with lights already on them. I decided having to pawn off their kidneys, of course they to go to The Home Depot on New York Avenue in will go to more affordable, exciting and attractive Huntington to see if I had better luck there. locales in the city and elsewhere. Let’s pay attenAlthough most of the trees were also sold with tion to this report and come together to figure out lights, there was more variety. It took a total of 20 how to keep our best and brightest in the town. minutes but I finally picked a 7.5-foot tree that came with the choice of both colored and white (Aunt Rosie wants to hear from you! If you have comments, ideas, or tips about what’s happening lights, which was surprisingly worth it. It cut in your neck of the woods, write to me today and some of the decorating time in half and now I let me know the latest. To contact me, drop a have the choice of using white lights for hosting line to Aunt Rosie, c/o The Long-Islander, 14 holiday gatherings or colored lights for relaxing Wall Street, Huntington NY 11743. Or try the email at aunt.rosieli@gmail.com) in front of the TV at the end of the day.

PHOTO OF THE WEEK Christmas Wishes With Santa

Savannah Gazza, of Huntington Station, right, is read a story by the one and only Santa Claus.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK MONICA RUBIN

“One of the things that I always tell parents is that, in life, we’re always on stage, and having the confidence to perform gives you a powerful tool for life. I really think that’s the difference for School of Rock, we see the performance aspect as a life lesson.”

Teaching Kids To Rock With Confidence, PAGE 10

A 41-year-old man and 34-year-old woman, both of Huntington Station, were arrested at around 2:09 p.m. on Dec. 5 for allegedly stealing assorted health and beauty products from King Kullen at 275 West Jericho Turnpike. They were each charged with petit larceny, according to Suffolk police.

Missed Her Dose Suffolk police said a 20-year-old Melville woman was arrested at around 5:35 p.m. on Dec. 5 on Court North Drive in Huntington for allegedly possessing Xanex and yelling a racial slur while in the backseat of the police vehicle. She was charged with seventhdegree criminal possession of a controlled substance and second-degree aggravated harassment, police said.

Hit And Resist Police said a 33-year-old Greenlawn man was arrested at around 11:35 p.m. on Dec. 3 on Larkfield Road in East Northport for allegedly being involved in a hit and run, and driving while intoxicated. The man reportedly was driving a 1998 Ford pickup truck and was involved in a crash, according to police. He was arrested and transported to Huntington Hospital. Police said he violently struggled with a police officer to resist arrest. He was charged with second-degree assault, resisting arrest and driving while intoxicated.

Crack And Heroin A 41-year-old man and 36-year-old woman, both of Centereach, were arrested on West Jericho Turnpike in Huntington Station at around 5:35 p.m. for allegedly possessing drugs and hypodermic needles.

Police said the man had a glass pipe with crack residue and the woman had a needle that contained heroin. They were both charged with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance and possession of a hypodermic instrument.

Just Walking The Dog Northport police responded to a report of a suspicious event on Fairwind Court at around 11:49 p.m. on Nov. 29. Police were told of a man walking with a flashlight possibly looking into cars. Upon arrival, they determined the man was just out walking his dog, police said.

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sports

By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com

Eli Gordon, a junior kicker for the Cold Spring Harbor Jr./Sr. High School varsity football team, spent his fall season kicking for a cause, raising funds for his “Kick Cancer” initiative.

Through his performance on the football field, Gordon, 16, put away $25 for every extra point he made during the game. With 19 extra points this season, Gordon raised $475 and then matched the funds using birthday and bar mitzvah money to make it $1,000.

Gordon presented the $1,000 check of his own money to Dr. David Spector, director of research and a professor at Cold Spring Harbor Labs, on Dec. 8.

He said he got the idea in May, when he participated in the “Keep Pounding” 5K run in Charlotte with the Carolina Panthers football team. For that, he started a kickstarter page six months prior to the run and raised $1,000 in funds for cancer research for the Carolinas Healthcare Foundation.

“The keep pounding mantra that the Carolina Panthers often use is something I live my life by,” he said. “I never give up and I always put as much hard work and dedication into something I can to really

Photo by Howard Gordon

High Schooler Kicks For A Cause

Eli Gordon, right, presents a $1,000 check to Dr. David Spector, left, of Cold Spring Harbor Labs, after raising the funds throughout his “Kick Cancer” initiative. make the most out of it.”

Gordon, of Lloyd Harbor, wanted to bring the cause closer to home, with Cold Spring Harbor Labs known for its cancer research, and Cold Spring Harbor High School teacher Victoria Terenzi who passed away early this year from breast cancer.

Gordon said he was also inspired to bring the cause to home by Sam Mills Jr., a former NFL linebacker and coach for the Carolina Panthers who announced

that he was diagnosed with cancer in 2004.

“He said he’s going to keep pounding and that he wants the team to keep pounding and it really became their team mantra and it exists to this day,” Gordon said. “He was really the cause of that so that was really inspiring to me.”

Gordon was also a center midfielder on the Cold Spring Harbor boys varsity soccer team. He was awarded the distinction of being named a New York State Scholar Athlete for the fall of 2016. In addition, Gordon is the president of Save the Children, and a member of Natural Helpers.

Gordon’s mom, Shanah, said that she is so proud of her son.

“He always seemed to have an old world perspective on empathizing with other people,” she said. “To tie together what he knows, which is education in the Cold Spring Harbor School District, with what’s possible in changing people’s lives was very moving to me. It gives you faith in the young people.”

Gordon added that he plans to continue his efforts to the cause.

“I definitely think that I’d like to do it again next year, if possible,” he said. I want to do all I can to help raise money for cancer research because it’s an important part of my life.”

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By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com

A prodigy of the Farmingdale State College community, Senior Vice President and CFO George LaRosa announced his retirement on Dec. 7, after participating in major transformations of the campus for four decades.

“I’ve been contemplating retirement for the past year and a half so it’s been honestly a struggle,” LaRosa, 66, of East Northport, said.

“It’s probably the most difficult professional decision I’ve ever made.”

After three years in public accounting, LaRosa’s state service began in 1974 when he became college accountant at State University of New York at Old Westbury. In 1977, he then joined Farmingdale State College, which was then known as State University of New York at Farmingdale, and started as the college accountant.

Gravitating quickly to many leadership positions, LaRosa was budget director, assistant vice president and then became vice president in 1984. In 2006, he became officer in charge of the campus for a year while a search was being conducted for a new president.

“I take pride in the fact that not only did I move up the ranks in that regard but to actually reach the pinnacle of being the officer in charge,” he said. “It was wonderful, it gave me a different perspective of how to run the college and I was a better leader in my position as a senior vice president after having served as the officer in charge of the campus.”

LaRosa was named senior vice president and CFO in 2007.

In the position, LaRosa oversees all financial responsibilities and operational departments of the college, including accounting, budget, athletics, financial aid/student accounts, human resources, information technology, internal control, payroll, physical plant, purchasing, use of facilities, all contractual, legal and insurance matters of the college, and University Police. In addition, he also oversees the business and financial affairs of the non-state campus organizations including the Auxiliary Services Corporation, the Children’s Center and the Small Business Development Center.

He said that in his years of serving, he is proud of being part of the transi-

tion the college made from a two-year to a four-year institution, and growth to the current undergraduate enrollment of approximately 9,300 students. In addition, LaRosa is also proud of his division’s oversight of $200 million in construction and renovation projects to buildings and grounds, including the Campus Center, the School of Business building, the Nold Hall Athletic Complex, the library, Hale Hall, Lupton Hall, and the re-design of the roadways.

“Another important item is the enviable position that we stand right now with our finances,” he added.

“The campus is in very good financial position and certainly the way any CFO would like to leave the college.”

LaRosa will be continuing his position at the college until his predecessor is appointed. Serving the state for 43 years, LaRosa will have served 40 years at Farmingdale until his retirement, slated for spring 2017. He said that he will miss his colleagues, the students and the community.

“It’s just a vibrant environment to be in and it’s an enviable position to be in to work at a college campus,” he said. “There’s a dynamic that resides that is something that you don’t see in many places.”

LaRosa said that although he is leaving, he is still going to remain as chair of the Broad Hollow Bioscience Park board at the college at a volunteer basis.

“Farmingdale has been a significant part of my professional and personal life so there will be some linkage in one form or another but I’ve come to the point in my life where I’ve recognized that it’s time to move on,” he said. “It’s always wonderful to move on at a time when the campus is doing so well and you always want to leave on top.”

LaRosa said that during his retirement he will be boating, traveling and shifting his time to his wife, three children and six grandchildren.

LaRosa has lived in the Town of Huntington for 40 years, with 22 years in Commack and 18 years in East Northport. His children attended and graduated from Commack schools.

He has been a recipient of many awards, three of the most notable are the Institute of Management Accountants’ Financial Executive of the Year Award in 1998, the State University of New York Business Officer of the Year Award in 2012 and

Long Islander News photo/Janee Law

Resident Retires After 40 Years At State College

Retiring from his position as senior vice president and CFO at Farmingdale State College after 40 years of service, George LaRosa said that he will miss his colleagues, the students and the community.

Long Island Business News’ Outstanding CFO of the year in 2013.

In regards to his successor, LaRosa said that he “would certainly make sure that the new person that comes in relies on the talent that currently

exists and remembers that the individuals currently in place are very strong and committed to the college and were instrumental in the transformation of the campus to the successful institution that we are today.”

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MUSIC ‘America’s Got Talent’ Star Revives The Classics SPOTLIGHT

By Jano Tantongco jtantongco@longislandergroup.com

Long Island’s very own Sal Valentinetti will be gracing The Paramount in a three-show series that starts tonight. The Bethpage native aims to bring back the oldschool entertainer archetype to transport audiences back to the golden age of American pop.

The 21-year-old singer and pizza delivery man will be performing the music of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and The Rat Pack as part of The Paramount’s Tribute Series. This won’t be Valentinetti’s first trip to Huntington as he was the grand marshal of this year’s holiday

parade.

He will be singing at The Paramount tonight, tomorrow and on Dec. 22, as well.

Valentinetti first gained notoriety when he wowed audiences in season 11 of “America’s Got Talent,” which aired in July. After he dropped his rendition of Sinatra’s classic “My Way,” he earned the Golden Buzzer from judge Heidi Klum and was dubbed an “old soul” by Simon Cowell, eventually earning his place in the competition’s finals.

Also known as “Sal the Voice,” his talents lay hidden for much of his life, but they started to emerge in his teenage years. And, when his grandmother passed away, her timeless music was one of the only monuments he had to remember her.

Each show begins at 8 p.m. and doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets range from $25-$54.50.

Bethpage native and “America’s Got Talent” star Sal Valentinetti is set to kick off his three-show series at The Paramount tonight.

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Polar Express, New Year’s Celebrations On Calendar The turkey has been eaten, and thanks have been given. Christmas trees are being sold on city corners.

Santa’s reign has officially hit every major mall. It’s December, and New York State is chock-full of winter activities for every kind of traveler.

Here is your guide to New York State’s must-hit events and adventures this month, courtesy of Iloveny.com.

Polar Express Experience New York State in all its winter glory, all the while staying warm and cozy. Take the Catskill Polar Express train across upstate Kingston and discover the magic of the holidays, as inspired by the hit Warner Bros. film and book by Chris Van Allsburg, “The Polar Express.” Trains run through Dec. 28 and prices vary.

Holiday Valley Resort in Ellicottville will ring in 2017 with a New Year’s Eve extravaganza, featuring fireworks and more, on Dec. 31.

Photos/Iloveny.com

TRAVEL

Take a ride on the Catskill Polar Express to tour upstate Kingston and discover the magic of the holidays.

Wood N’ Wheel How does a family tubing session sound? Upstate Ulster Park’s Wood N’ Wheel is offering tubing for the first time this winter, but that’s not all. Other activities include bungee trampolines, laser tag, roller skating and rock climbing. It’s open all month. Field admission starts at $10.

Northeast Off-Road Adventures Skills Class and Trail Riding Calling all adrenaline junkies: takeoff on a guided off-road winter driving adventure in the Catskills.

First-timers will learn basic off-road skills, while more advanced drivers can sharpen their techniques, learning to use winches, hi-lift jacks and traction aid devices. Adventures start at $80.

Tour Platter’s Chocolates Platter’s Chocolates is a familyowned chocolate factory that has been around since 1938. Recently relocated to a new 24,000-square-foot facility in North Tonawanda, part of Niagara County, Platter’s offers culinary tours of its amped-up chocolate production. A one-stop shop for gifts, tours begin just in time for the holiday season.

New Year’s Eve Celebration And Torchlight Parade Start 2017 off right with the New Year’s Eve extravaganza at Holiday Valley Resort in Ellicottville. There there will be two parades and fireworks. Intermediate and advanced skiers are invited to join in the torchlight parade. Event is Dec 31 and prices vary per package.

Beer Lovers Drink In The Beauty Of America (NAPSI) —Americans, it seems, are in love with craft beer. According to the Brewers Association, a national trade association dedicated to promoting American craft brewers, their beers and the community of brewing enthusiasts, craft beer sales rose by 12 percent to about 24 million barrels last year – roughly 700 million more pint glasses of beer in 2015 than in 2014. With about 4,800 craft breweries operating across the country today, there are plenty of quality brews from which to choose.

However, some of the best beers are available only within a limited radius of the brewery, which has led to a new travel trend: Beer tourism.

In fact, when a recent Travelocity survey asked people whether they’d like to visit craft breweries and sample local beer, more than three-quar-

ters agreed they would.

Recognizing this interest in beer tourism, the travel company enlisted the expertise of the Brewers Association to find America’s best beer destinations for the first-ever Beer Tourism Index.

To determine the best destinations for beer tourism, Travelocity investigated thousands of breweries and considered availability of rideshare services, accessibility via air and the average cost of lodging. The index identified the best large and small metro areas to sample some of the nation’s best craft beers. These are: Top 5 Large Metro Areas 1) Portland, Oregon metrop area 2) Denver-Aurora, Colorado 3) Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, Washington 4) Portland-South Portland-

Biddeford, Maine 5) Colorado Springs, CO Top 5 Small Metro Areas 1) Bend, Oregon 2) Boulder, Colorado 3) Fort Collins-Loveland, Colorado 4) Corvallis, Oregon 5) Missoula, Montana “Small and independent craft brewers are part of the DNA of their communities. They are becoming mainstay attractions for travelers,” said Julia Herz, craft beer program director for the Brewers Association and publisher of CraftBeer.com. “Whether as part of a backyard getaway, a break from a business trip or as the main reason for a beer-focused vacation, we encourage everyone to broaden their knowledge of beer by visiting these local brewers,

There are around 4,800 craft breweries operating across the country offering plenty of quality brews. to experience firsthand the advancing beer culture across the country.”

Fortunately, you don’t have to be a beer connoisseur to enjoy a tour. The Beer Bloggers and Writers Conference estimates that seven out of 10 beer tourers are not experts, though most do want to improve their palates.

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By Jano Tantongco jtantongco@longislandergroup.com

Before she was a pop star, Meredith O’Connor was a target of bullies.

The Cold Spring Harbor native recently visited Walt Whitman High School to speak with Silas Wood Sixth Grade Center students about the realities of bullying and the power of self-esteem and honesty in overcoming her struggles.

“Growing up was hard because I remember being told that I’m ugly, I’m this, I’m that. The bullying was physical, verbal and… even just being excluded, which is a form of bullying, was the hardest and most painful for me,” O’Connor said.

Now, her mission is to dispel the notion that bullying victims frequently feel: that it’s their fault.

She said this can push children into trying to fit in and neglecting the qualities that make them unique.

For instance, she said her height made her a target for bullies, but in fact was something that helped her land a modeling contract before her music career took off.

“If somebody’s really smart, really good at math, really good at science, they’re going to make fun of you for that,” O’Connor said. “Bullying is temporary, don’t change what’s not temporary: your tal-

Long Islander News photos/Jano Tantongco

n o i t a c u d e Pop Star With Local Roots Tackles Bullying O’Connor thanked the school, as well as her sponsor Ten Tigers Kung-fu Academy based in Huntington.

“We have to work together to change and save these lives,” O’Connor said. “Out of all the 50 schools I’ve ever been to, they really, really care, and I’m not just saying that.”

Silas Wood Principal Stephen Toto said he prides himself on maintaining a dialogue and “opening up” with students to help curb bullying.

“Anti-bullying has always been something on the forefront. We always look for programs that we can bring in that are going to be meaningful and exciting and motivational, which is exactly what we saw today,” Toto said.

Pop star Meredith O’Connor sang for Silas Wood Sixth Grade Center students and shared her personal struggle with bullying. ent. If you’re lucky enough to be different, don’t ever change.”

At Whitman, she performed some of her hits.

They sang along and waved their arms. During one of her performances, she got down from the auditorium stage and walked around the room. After her presentation, she held a meet and greet to sign cards for all the children, as well.

After the presentation, O’Connor hosted a meet and greet and signed cards for each of the students.

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the FOODIES

By Jano Tantongco jtantongco@longislandergroup.com The Rust & Gold has stepped up pub fare in Huntington village by building on a tradition of local favorites while sprinkling on some “gold,” uniting past and present.

Frank Antonetti, co-owner of the establishment, said the location has been a bar in the village in some form for about 70 years. It’s most recent incarnation was Rookies.

“When we took it over, myself and my partners decided that we wanted to keep the idea of a sports bar, but bring it a little bit into more of a modern sense,” Antonetti said. “We wanted a cross between chef-driven twists on traditional sports stadium fare and some food truck stuff, as well.”

Antonetti is partners with Jay Janawsky, Lou Cohen and Ryan Sipp. In deciding the name for the bar, they chose “The Rust & Gold” to pay homage to Long Island’s rich marine history, while also highlighting the concept of revamping the old into a glittering new form.

The early sailors of the Island commonly dealt with rust in wear and tear on their ships. It also calls to mind the storied history of Huntington. The gold is a shout out to the common trope of the north shore being known as the Gold Coast. Additionally, the dual name format is reminiscent of old British pubs, Antonetti said.

Pub fare it is, but look for those modern twists.

The Flat Top Burger is a traditionally simple take on a pub standard, and ranges from no frills to more decadent options including additions of bacon, mac and cheese, fried egg and

Long Islander News photos/Jano Tantongco

The Rust & Gold Brings Together Old And New

The Rust & Gold features bar room games like foosball, bubble hockey and shuffleboard to let patrons get involved for those who aren’t satisfied with just spectating.

The Sesame Buffalo Wings bring together flavors and spices of Asian cuisine with a classic buffalo taste. jalapenos. It’s available in single ($8), double ($10) and triple ($13) stacks.

The patty itself is powerfully flavored,

The Flat Top Burger serves up a gourmet patty that’s a blend of steak, brisket and round top cuts of beef that’s bursting with savory sensations.

featuring a gourmet ground beef house blend of steak, brisket and top round cuts. Adorned with American cheese, chef’s sauce, lettuce, tomato and onions on a potato bun, this burger packs big taste into a modest package.

The Kale Caesar salad ($11) serves up fresh kale, toasted panko croutons and housemade caesar dressing. This salad is a perfect way to balance out what may be some richer companions to this dish. The occasional crunch coupled with the savory dressing makes this salad just as delicious as other appetizers on the menu and brings a natural texture to complement the meal.

The Buffalo Soldier dip ($10) brings together cheese dip, pulled chicken, buffalo sauce, all topped with scallions for a zesty kick.

Though you may be courteous, double dipping is excused here, since you’ll want each bite of your tortilla chips covered in this hearty, cheesy blend of ingredients. You’ll find yourself happily digging into your main course, but coming back to this appetizer time and time again.

The Sesame Buffalo Wings were a sweet and spicy treat bringing together classic buffalo flavors with a bit of inspiration from a certain Chinese general. They’re offered in batches of eight for $9, 16 for $17, 24 for $23 and the “beast” portion of 40 for $35.

Other flavors include classic buffalo, BBQ dry rub, pineapple habanero, lemon pepper dry rub and smokey

honey BBQ. They’re paired with spiced blue cheese and crunchy celery sticks.

It’s the kind of food that calls for a beer, and The Rust and Gold delivers eight on tap, including some Long Island craft beers. Look for some artistry from behind the bar as well with a menu of craft cocktails.

The Kale Caesar salad brings together fresh kale, toasted panko croutons and housemade caesar dressing.

The Rust & Gold 70 Gerard St., Huntington village 631-629-4431 Facebook.com/therustandgold Cuisine: Trendy Sports Bar Ambiance: Casual Price: Modest Hours: Monday-Friday: 4 p.m. - 2 a.m.

Saturday-Sunday: 12 p.m. - 2 a.m.

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H S I D E D I S CHRISTMAS EVE ON THE TOWN: Restaurants across the Town of Huntington will be preparing decadent holiday dishes for the community, where families and dress up and enjoy a night out on Christmas Eve. With its full menu available, Jonathan’s Ristorante (15 Wall St., Huntington village) never misses the opportunity to make your family's holiday extra special, offering its Christmas Eve special, nine-item menu. Serving dinner from 4-9 p.m., the restaurant will be providing starters like its delicious butternut squash soup with The holiday spirit is alive and well at Sandbar in caramelized walnuts and Cold Spring Harbor, and the restaurant will be offera rich balsamic drizzle ing a special, three-course menu on Christmas Eve. ($10). For entrees, the restaurants 16-ounce ing baked apple crostata with rum rack of lamb ($42) includes savory caramel and cool eggnog gelato for roasted potatoes and baby arti- $12. To make a reservation, call chokes with broccoli rabe pesto, red 631-385-1515. pepper coulis and a yogurt drizzle. For its Christmas Eve celebration, Customers can also have their Sandbar (55 Main St., Cold Spring choice of seafood with the lobster Harbor) will be offering its land and tail ($37) that comes with savoy sea American cuisine in a threecabbage, fingerling potatoes and course menu. With seven items to black truffle vinaigrette. Families choose from to warm up your can top the evening with delectable appetite, appetizers range from $14chocolate covered strawberries $30. This includes Brussels sprouts, ($12). To make a reservation, call with walnuts, red onions, parmesan, 631-549-0055. and apples; coconut-curry sweet Customers can experience dinner potato soup, with toasted almonds, with a view of Huntington harbor cilantro, and herb oil; and fishers’ this Christmas Eve at Prime (117 island oysters, with champagne New York Ave., Huntington). The mignonette and finger limes.

American kitchen and bar restau- Customers can have their fill choosrant will be offering its three-course ing one of seven entrees. The red menu starting with house cured snapper features sushi rice, a savory bacon au poivre. The savory dish red curry broth, napa cabbage and features smoked apple chutney and charred scallions for $30. Meat field greens at $18. The entrée lovers can indulge in the 12-ounce accommodates both land and sea dry-aged New York strip steak for lovers with a seared sea bass for $42. The sinful dish comes with $39. With a sinful smoked tomato steak fries, creamed spinach, and broth, the dish also comes with green peppercorn sauce. At $150, the capers and chicory. The mushroom cote boeuf for two will make it worth stuffed lamb saddle is a dish that your while, with grilled mushroom shouldn’t be missed. For $42, the caps, decadent braised Swiss chard, dish comes with celery root puree, truffle potato puree, and compound baby vegetables and port reduction. butter. Don’t forget to save room for After customers have their fill, they dessert. The $12 menu features moncan indulge with the malted peanut key bread, rich caramelized white profiteroles, with rich chocolate chocolate panna cotta, sorbet trio, sauce and vanilla bean ice cream for Christmas Yule log, and winter citrus $11. For those non-chocolate salad. To make a reservation, call lovers, the restaurant is also offer- 631-498-6188.

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business Teaching Kids To Rock With Confidence Spotlight On

Huntington Businesses

By Janee Law jlaw@longislandergroup.com

On the first floor of the Huntington establishment is a student lounge, a practice room and rehearsal room with a drum set, keyboards, speakers and microphones set on a stage.

When making your way up to the second floor, which consists of six different multi-use classrooms that feature several artists, you are greeted with the words printed on a glass room divider: “For Those About To Rock We Salute You.” Many believe that the School of Rock was named after the popular 2003-film “School of Rock,” starring Jack Black. In fact, The School of Rock, which is a for-profit educational company, has been up and running since 1994, long before the movie. Locations are being opened worldwide, including Huntington.

Monica Rubin, owner and general manager of both Huntington and Rockville Centre locations, said that the founder, Paul Green, started the program in Philadelphia when he took a group of kids that he was giving private lessons to and put them on stage, booked them gigs, and realized that “people go crazy over this.”

The company, formerly known as The Paul Green School of Rock Music, operates and franchises afterschool music lesson schools at an international level.

Owner and General Manager of School of Rock Monica Rubin, with mascot Wally, said that if she could play one instrument, it would be the drums.

After opening in Rockville Centre two years ago, Rubin decided to open a second in Huntington, with music lessons officially starting on Dec. 1.

“Huntington is awesome,” Rubin, of Queens, said. “There’s so much music, art and culture here. It felt like the right place for this program.”

The school offers lessons in guitar, vocals, bass, drums and piano, for students ages 5-7 (called rookies); ages 7-18 for the performance program; and 18 and up for adult les-

New to the Huntington area, School of Rock offers lessons from guitar, vocals, bass, drums and piano, teaching students from 5 years old and up.

sons. The school also offers programs for students with special needs.

Rubin said that her son’s love for music inspired her to open her own location.

“My son, Michael, was playing guitar when he was 9 years old and he was going to a local music school but he wanted to play with other kids that were like-minded and just as passionate about music,” she said.

After some research, Rubin discovered a School of Rock location that, at the time, was in Port Washington and signed him up. “My son felt at home because it was all about the music, it was all about the vibe,” she said. “This creates the clubhouse setting for musicians.”

With her son now 17, Rubin said that she and her husband, Gene, enjoyed the atmosphere of the school so much they started to look into opening their own location.

“It changed our lives but more importantly it changed Michael’s life because it gave him confidence,” she said. “One of the things that I always tell parents is that in life we’re always on stage and having the confidence to perform gives you a pow-

erful tool for life. I really think that’s the difference for School of Rock, we see the performance aspect as a life lesson.”

Rubin said that Huntington is currently open Monday-Thursday from 1 p.m.-9 p.m. and plans to added lessons on Friday, Saturdays and Sundays.

Those who sign up for classes before Dec. 31 will receive 10 percent off. The school will be hosting a grand opening Jan. 21, 2017, at the 145 East Main Street location with performances held by students.

“This is a safe environment that inspires kids to become the best versions of themselves,” Rubin said. “It gives them an opportunity to do what they love and it helps put them on stages, tour and perform just like professional bands.”

School of Rock 145 East Main Street Huntington 631-683-5030 schoolofrock.com

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Post-Election 2016

By Peter J. Klein, CFA, CRPS, CAP pklein@hightoweradvisors.com As students of finance and economics we are excited about some of Mr. Trump’s policies (just on the surface – for we do not have concrete polices just yet), such as lower taxes and relaxed regulations which are likely to unleash economic growth and a renewed spirit of entrepreneurialism. However, there are issues that surround these measures (and others, like Infrastructure spending) that are not so easy to “square the circle.” As a student of history, I remain concerned given a rise in nationalism and populism which has not worked well in the past.

So in the end, post-election 2016 was historic by any measure, but color me very mixed; hoping for the best but sitting on the edge of my seat and waiting.

Portfolio-wise, we are more likely to reduce exposure to risk in the coming weeks (this market has me concerned), but the good news is that it is a stock picker’s market not an index-based one – a market where our work can bring big value.

Allow me to unpack some of the financial concerns: • The Big Rotation into Equities ETFs in the last two weeks was the largest since July 2007, not long before the peak in the US equity markets. The rotation out of bonds was also epic in size – the largest two-week loss in bonds in more than 25 years – so the question is begged: Are we heading into the longawaited reversal of the big bond market rally that started in 1982 (with a 15%ish 10 year) and ended earlier this year with the 10-year treasury hitting 1.3%?

If so what does this augur for the future of investments that have had a very high correlation with low rates? (Bloomberg) • Current Debt Levels – the current debt level is vastly larger than what it was when Reagan started his administration – 251% of GDP vs. 135% of GDP, respectively. That’s makes a big difference when one considers such sectors as housing and mortgage rates as well as corporations (who have $2 trillion of debt coming due in the next two years) and even the interest expenses of the Federal government. When rates go up and cheap money is no longer available things can start to unravel, issues begin to show themselves and often in an unpleasant fashion. (Bloomberg) • Valuations: relative to US GDP the US stock market is trading at the second highest level on record – 196% of GDP – just to put this in context of 1982 levels when Reagan began his revitalization of the US economy the valuation of the US stock market was then at 40% of

GDP. Valuations matter folks – not something to be pushed aside.

(Bloomberg) In our view we see the investing environment, and a playbook going forward, as a 5-legged stool: Tactical Allocation – maintaining an increased exposure to “dry powder” in order to find (and then pounce) on opportunities as the market makes them available. This notion of being 100% invested – Strategic Asset Allocation – at all times is so 2005. Since the crisis, one needs to be more sensitive to the inherent risks in a market (both stock, and especially bonds) that has been controlled by the global central banks.

Thematic Growth Portfolios – we have identified a few impenetrable themes (i.e. water, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and genomics) and have become fully versed on the companies and the trends to invest accordingly for the longer term.

Special Situations – under the heading that “there is always a Bull market somewhere,” we use a strict protocol of Free Cash Flow valuation analysis to identify opportunities where the returns are attractive but the risks are measured (when you buy an asset that is well-discounted from intrinsic value you establish a wide margin of safety – that is the key).

Embrace Alternatives – for our clients who are long-term centric clients (i.e. foundations and endowments) we look to provide cash flow positive and uncorrelated investment sectors (private equity, market neutral, infrastructure, convertible arbitrage) to provide an above-market long-term rate of return while maintaining a low correlation (to traditional investment sectors) and as such, reduced volatility.

Low Fees Matter: Using a CoreSatellite Strategy, we marry the passive or index school of portfolio management with an active strategy as described above, and by doing so provide a lower fee schedule to our clients.

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.

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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THURSDAY

C O M M U N I T Y

‘The Androids Lodge’

Calendar

Visit The Posey School (57 Main St., Northport) this week for showings of “The Androids Lodge,” a Bare Bones Theater production. Show times are 8 p.m., Dec. 15-Dec. 17; and 2 p.m. on Dec. 18. Tickets are $15 for students or $25 for general admission. Buy online at barebonestheater.com.

FRIDAY

3027 Jericho Turnpike, Elwood. 631-4993722. elwoodlibrary.org.

• Join a baking coach decorating a gingerbread house for the holiday season on Saturday, Dec. 17, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Come to the East Northport Barnes & Noble (4000 E Jericho Turnpike) on Friday, Dec. 16, 4 p.m. for a book fair. There will be performances by Commack Encore! Call 631-462-0208 for more info.

Half Hollow Hills Community Library

Dix Hills: 55 Vanderbilt Parkway. 631421-4530; Melville: 510 Sweet Hollow Road, 631-421-4535. hhhlibrary.org.

• Children ages 3-5 years can explore simple science concepts through fun stories and activities at the Dix Hills branch on Friday, Dec. 16, 2-2:45 p.m.

SATURDAY The Nutcracker

Harborfields Public Library

Menorah Workshop

Caroling Down Main Street

The LIU Post Chorus will sing carols to brighten your holiday shopping on Main Street in Cold Spring Harbor, Saturday, Dec. 17, noon-4 p.m.

SUNDAY Winter Recital

Huntington Community Chorus hosts its Winter Recital at Congregational Church of Huntington (30 Washington Drive, Centerport) on Sunday, Dec. 18, 3 p.m. More info at huntingtonsings.com.

Pre-Chanukah Wonderland

Celebrate Chanukah at The Chai Center (501 Vanderbilt Parkway, Dix Hills) on Sunday, Dec. 18, 9:30-11:30 a.m., with crafts, games and activities like decorating donuts, making latkes, finding Judah the Maccabee, and an olive press workshop to learn how to make olive oil like it was done during the time of the Chanukah story. $10 per person. RSVP at thechaicenter.com. 631-351-8672.

Carriage Rides On Main Street

Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty sponsors carriage rides on Main Street in Cold Spring Harbor on Sunday, Dec. 18, 1-4 p.m.

Santa In Cold Spring Harbor

Santa Claus is visiting the Cold Spring Harbor Firehouse Museum on Sunday, Dec. 18, 1-3 p.m.

Photo Op Walk

Stroll through Caumsett State Historic Park on Sunday, Dec. 18, and stop to take pictures along the 1.5-mile walk with your own camera. A guide will provide background information at each stop.

Walk is 12:30-2:30 p.m. Park entry fee required. For more info call 631-423-1770.

MONDAY Talk ‘Dead Rising 4’

Visit the Microsoft store at Walt Whitman Shops (160 Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station) to discuss the newly-released

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

• Celebrate National Ugly Sweater Day, Friday, Dec. 16, 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., at the library’s temporary 6243 Jericho Turnpike location in Commack. Come with a plain colored sweater and the library will supply all of the accessories to jazz it up into an “ugly sweater.” The take a photo in the “Ugly Sweater Photo Booth.” No registration is required.

Elwood Public Library

Book Fair In East Northport

“The Nutcracker” is performed by the Lynch School of Ballet at Huntington High School (188 Oakwood Road) on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 18, 12 noon and 4 p.m. Tickets: $30, $20 children online at Lynchballet.com and at the door.

Commack Public Library

Come by the Home Depot in the Big H Shopping Center (785 New York Ave., Huntington) on Sunday, Dec. 18, 3-5 p.m., to build your own Chanukah Menorah with the Chabad of Huntington Village. There will also be story time with readings from the big book of the Story of Chanukah with Chaya. There will also be chocolate gelt (coins) to enjoy, and a menorah lighting. Open to all children and adults. RSVP by calling 631-276-4453.

Xbox One and PC video game, “Dead Rising 4.” Reps from Capcom, the company behind the game, will Skype in to answer questions and show off live gameplay. Monday, Dec. 19, 8:30-9:30 p.m.

TUESDAY New Vintage Swing Band

Learn to dance as the New Vintage Swing Band performs at the recently-renovated Huntington Moose Lodge (631 Pulaski Road, Greenlawn) on Tuesday, Dec. 20. A beginner lesson will be given at 7:30 p.m. to get you on the floor. At 8 p.m., the band plays some of their great swing dance tunes. Admission is $15 ($13 for students with ID, $10 for Swing Dance Long Island members). Visit sdli.org for more info.

WEDNESDAY Performance At Grasso’s

The Heather Little Trio will perform at Grasso’s restaurant (134 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor) on Wednesday, Dec. 21, 7 p.m. Some of Heather’s notable performances include TV appearances on “David Letterman” and “Saturday Night Live.”

Call 631-367-6060 for info or to make a reservation.

UPCOMING/ONGOING Helping The Children of Haiti

In response to the devastation Hurricane Matthew inflicted on Haiti, Huntington Councilman Mark Cuthbertson has joined forces with the owner of a local Haitian restaurant to help raise funds and awareness. Those interested in donating can make monetary deposits at the collection boxes at Gingerbites Restaurant & Cater-

ing (730 East Jericho Turnpike, Huntington Station) or in the main lobby at Huntington Town Hall (100 Main St., Huntington) through Dec. 31. All proceeds will benefit the “Meds & Food for Kids” Haitian charity.

Christmas Dinner

Gloria Dei Evangelical Lutheran hosts its 31st annual Christmas Dinner on Sunday, Dec. 25, following the 10 a.m. service.

Free and open to the public. Sign up in the narthex to help or provide donations.

The church is located at East 18th Street in Huntington Station.

First Night Of Chanukah

Celebrate the first night of Chanukah by enjoying a great Chinese food dinner, a family movie and a menorah lighting at The Chai Center (501 Vanderbilt Parkway, Dix Hills), Saturday, Dec. 24, 6-9 p.m. $25 for adults; $18 for children up to 13 years old; or $72 for families of up to two adults and three children. RSVP to thechaicenter.com or 631-351-8672.

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.

• Learn to knit, improve your technique, or get help with a current project in this class with knitting experts. Six Wednesdays from Jan. 11-Feb. 22, 2017 (no class Feb 8). Morning session (10 a.m.12 noon) or evening (6:45-8:45 p.m.).

Registration required. $150.

31 Broadway, Greenlawn. 631-757-4200. harborfieldslibrary.org • Do you have a monologue, song or instrumental piece you’d like to perform to your friends and family? Here’s your chance to shine during Holiday Open Mic night. Those interested in performing please pick up a submissions form from the Teen Desk. Deadline for submissions is today. Friends and family are invited to attend. Please register.

Huntington Public Library Main branch:

338 Main St., Huntington. 631-427-5165.

Station branch: 1335 New York Ave., Huntington Station. 631-421-5053. thehuntingtonlibrary.org.

• Assemble your own Gingerbread House together as a family at the library on Sunday, Dec. 18, 2-3 p.m. For families with children ages 4 and up.

Northport-East Northport Library

Northport: 151 Laurel Ave. 631-261-6930.

(East Northport: 185 Larkfield Road. 631261-2313. nenpl.org) • Guy Gagliano from Swan Bakery will inspire each family to build and decorate their own delicious gingerbread house on Saturday, Dec 17, 11 a.m.-12 noon. All materials will be provided. A non-refundable fee of $8 must be brought to either library within three days of registration.

One gingerbread house per family.

South Huntington Public Library

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

• On display through Jan. 4, 2017, The Alfred Van Loen Gallery at the library presents a solo exhibit of acrylic paintings by Dan Angeli. The gallery is always open during library hours.

THEATER/FILM Cinema Arts Centre

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

• “Scrooged,” a modern adaptation of Charles Dicken’s timeless Christmas tale, will be screened in the Cult Café!

Friday, Dec. 23, 10 p.m. Beer ($5 each) and wine ($5 each) will be served. Tickets are $5.

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Holiday Bar Crawl

Engeman Theater At Northport

350 Main St., Northport. engemantheater.com. 631-261-2900.

• “Mary Poppins” showing through Dec. 31. Tickets start at $71.

Take a break from all that holiday shopping, relieve some of that stress and spend a day with great people, for a great cause.

Long Island Social Events presents’ 3rd annual Huntington Holiday Bar Crawl is Saturday, Dec. 17, 2-8 p.m. Wear an ugly Christmas sweater, Hanukkah Harry / Elf costume, Santa outfit, or any other holiday attire. There will be drink and food specials at the bars (Christopher’s, Finley’s, Nags Head, Huntington Village Tavern and Mary Carrols). Must be 21+ to participate. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at Longislandsocialevents.com.

MUSEUMS/EXHIBITS Art League of Long Island

107 East Deer Park Road, Dix Hills.

Gallery hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. weekends. 631-462-5400.

ArtLeagueLI.net.

• The 61st Members’ Exhibition in the Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery runs through Jan 8 features works of art created by the Art League’s members.

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.

• “Winter Harvest of Artists” exhibit showcases the work of 31 Long Island artists through Jan. 1, 2017.

Huntington Historical Society

279 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.

• Yankee Whaler Victorian Holiday Party, Saturday, Dec. 17, 12 noon-3 p.m. Ring in the holidays with traditional sea shanties sung by Sampawam’s Creek, scrimshaw carving, candle-dipping and other crafts for kids and adults. $10 per person, $5 members.

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 • Winter Lecture Series returns Jan. 19, 2017 with “Long Island’s Jewish Heritage” led by genealogist Rhoda Miller, who specializes in Jewish research and Holocaust studies. Program begins at 12 noon at Black & Blue (65 Wall St., Huntington) and includes three-course meal. Reservations required (call 631427-7045 ext. 404). $45 members; $50 nonmembers.

Foto Foto Gallery

Northport Historical Society Museum

Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum

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.

• The 12th annual National Photography Competition Exhibition is on view through Jan. 7, 2017.

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.

• “Norman Rockwell and Friends,” an exhibit featuring American illustrations from the Mort Kunstler Collection, will be on view through March 5, 2017.

“Mort Kunstler: The New Nation” will also be on view through April 2, 2017.

Huntington Art Center

11 Wall St., Huntington. Hours: TuesdaySaturday, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; most Mondays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free admission.

631-423-6010.

• “The Miniature Art Show” is open to small works, 2-D media, 8x10 and under. It runs through Dec. 31.

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 Versatility of Street Art” juried exhibition showcases works selected by street artist Phetus, on display through Jan. 7, 2017.

215 Main St., Northport. Museum hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 1-4:30 p.m. 631-7579859. northporthistorical.org.

• Take a self-guided walking tour of the Northport’s historic Main Street, Tuesdays-Sundays, from 1-4:30 p.m. Purchase tours in the museum shop, $5 per person.

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.

• All the way from New Orleans, Sherry Dooley returns for a Solo Show, bringing her colorful, buoyant work back to the walls of RIPE Art Gallery. “Half the Population” by Sherry Dooley.

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, Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. $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: Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 11 a.m.-5 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

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

• A “Contemporary A Capella and Vocal Jazz” performance is Friday, Dec. 16, 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10.

The Paramount

370 New York Ave., Huntington. 631-6737300. Paramountny.com. All shows begin at 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted.

• The Sleeping with special guests Reggie And The Full Effect, Folly and Lux Courageous, Friday, Dec. 23. $20-$40.

• Rock of Ages performed by The Weight Band with The King Harvest Horns, Dec. 17. $19.50-59.50.

• Kings of Chaos features Chester Bennington-Linkin Park; Robyn ZanderCheap Trick; Billy Gibbons-ZZ Top; Billy Duffy-The Cult; Steve Stevens-Billy Idol; Robert DeLeo-STP; and Matt SorumGuns ‘ Roses, Dec. 18. $44.50-$124.50.

Ridotto

Concerts at Huntington Jewish Center, 510 Park Ave., Huntington. ridotto.org.

Reservations recommended: 631-3850373 or ridotto@optonline.net.

• “Tomer Gewirtman in Recital” on Sunday, Dec. 18, 4 p.m. Tickets are $10 for students, $20 for members, $25 for seniors and $30 for adults. Reservations strongly recommended.

SOCIAL/SUPPORT

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covery from addiction. Meeting list at sasna.org, or call 631-689- 6262.

Eating Disorders Support Group

Huntington Hospital hosts a confidential, professionally-led support group open to people with eating disorders, their families and friends on the first Sunday of each month, 10-11:30 a.m. in the OneSouth Conference Room.

Sociable Singles

The Singles Division of the Y JCC hosts weekly discussions for singles over the age of 55 on the first and third Thursdays of each month, 3-5 p.m. Free for members, $4 for non-members. 631-4629800.

Jewish Dating

The Dix Hills Chai Center is offering to help Jewish singles who are tired of Internet dating and the bar scene find their soul mates. In a personalized and confidential environment, thoughtful matches will be arranged. Visit thechaicenter.com or call 631-351-8672.

Women In Transition

Experiencing a loss or life-changing event? Meet other women and discover your inner resilience. Group meeting Thursdays from 7-8:30 p.m. in Centerport. 631-242-6133.

Women’s Cancer Support Group

The Suffolk Y JCC, located at 74 Hauppauge Road, Commack, is offering an ongoing support group for women dealing with the trauma of breast and ovarian cancer. The group meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month at 7:15 p.m. Crisis counseling available.

Free. 631-462-9800, ext. 129.

VOLUNTEER Help Seniors Learn Computer Skills

SeniorNet offers computer classes for adults 50 years and older to teach technology like Facebook and iPads. SeniorNet seeks volunteers to teach, coach and assist with computer lab maintenance.

Call 631-470-6922, or visit seniornetli.org.

Thrift Shop Volunteer

Huntington Hospital Auxiliary Community Thrift Shop needs volunteers for merchandise pricing and floor work on Monday afternoons, Tuesday and Thursday mornings. 631-271-3143.

Seeking Volunteer Advocates

The Family Service League’s Ombudservice Program of Suffolk County is seeking volunteers to train as advocates for nursing home, adult home and assisted-living facility residents to help ensure they receive quality care and their rights are protected. 631-427-3700, ext. 240.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope so that they may stay sober and help others to recover from alcoholism. Call 631-654-1150 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday.-Saturday, or visit suffolkny-aa.org for information and a meeting list.

Narcotics Anonymous

Narcotics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who meet regularly and share their experience, strength and hope to stay clean and help others seeking re-

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Repetti as the company’s senior As executive director, network engineer, demonstrating Palacios will be responsible for exceptional leadership and an inti- helping the Townwide Fund continmate knowledge of the industry that ue its mission of supporting greatly contributed to the company’s Huntington’s charitable agencies, accelerated growth. continuing a 50+ year tradition of In his new role, Repetti will be ensuring that “Money Raised in responsible for leading Total Huntington Stays in Huntington.”

Technology Solutions’ long-term She will oversee the operational side technology vision, researching and of the Townwide Fund and assist communicating technology trends, President Jim Powers and the board and shaping the strategy for current of directors in furthering the TWF’s and future service offerings. corporate relationships, partnerships Repetti stated, “As Total with private and public companies, Technology Solutions’ new CTO, sponsorships and payroll deduction coupled with my background in plans. infrastructure design and implementation, cybersecurity protection, and D3 LLC of Melville, a pharmabusiness continuity, I am confident ceutical products wholesale and that I will help shape the future of manufacturer company, was recentTotal by aligning its technology ly honored by Adults and Children strategy with its business strategy.” with Learning and Developmental Total Technology Solutions Disabilities (ACLD) at its 31st President and CEO Vincent Tedesco Annual Employment Recognition believes that Repetti’s enriched Breakfast at Carlyle on the Green in vision and expertise with clients, Farmingdale. The company received operations, products and engineer- ACLD’s Small Business of the Year ing will help Total Technology Award. Diane Gariti from D3 LLC Solutions build an even closer cus- accepted the award on behalf of the tomer connection. company during the Employment Recognition Breakfast.

The Townwide Fund of ACLD, a leading Long Huntington recently Island based not-for-profit announced that Centerport agency supporting people resident Gloria Palacios with developmental dishas been named its execuabilities, hosts the tive director. Palacios Breakfast each year as part joined the Townwide Fund of National Disability in a temporary position in Employment Awareness early August and was Month. The event honors named as full-time execuGloria Palacios employees with special tive director on Oct. 17. needs who have made An 18 year resident of Centerport, notable achievements on the job, Palacios is well-known through the salutes businesses that are commitcommunity as an active volunteer. ted to hiring people with disabilities As president of the Junior Welfare and encourages other businesses to League of Huntington, she was do the same because, as Jeanie instrumental in creating the Juniors Shelton-Clyne, ACLD’s Assistant League, a new program that recruit- Director of Vocational Services said, ed, mentored and motivated a team “it’s what people can do that matof over 100 student volunteers, col- ters.” laborating with 26 local organizaNearly 150 people, representing tions and providing 2,989 volunteer many of the more than 100 Long hours. From 2002-2005, Palacios Island companies ACLD’s was president of the PTA at Vocational Program partners with, Washington Drive Primary School. attended the event.

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