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Kopel, Darcy, GOP Win Big By Standard Staff

Legislator Howard Kopel was elated while campaigning on Central Avenue Tuesday afternoon.

Photo by Scott P. Moore.

Republican Howard Kopel won a decisive victory over Democratic challenger Adam Moser for the Seventh District Legislator position and Hewlett Democrat Stephen Anchin lost his bid for Hempstead Town Clerk to incumbent Republican Mark Bonilla as the Republicans rolled to multiple victories throughout Nassau County on Election Night. Howard Kopel, the incumbent Republican, had 6,312 votes cast or 59.17 percent securing the victory and another two-year term. Adam Moser, a Democrat and lawyer from Hewlett, only received 4,347 votes, or 40.75 percent of the district. Town of Hempstead Clerk Mark Bonilla will also serve another term in office as the Republican took home 65,992 votes town-wide, or about 63 percent of voters. Local real estate agent Stephen Anchin, running as a

Democrat in his first election, received 38,522 votes, or 36.85 percent town-wide. In the race for Hempstead Town Supervisor, Republican incumbent Kate Murray handily retained her position by taking over two-thirds of voters across the town with 71,465 votes. Democratic challenger Gary Port received 35,400 votes, or just under one-third of voters. Voters also favored incumbent Republican James Darcy for Town of Hempstead Third District Councilman. Darcy secured 11,963 votes, twice that of his Democratic challenger Owen Rumelt who received 5,433 votes. Incumbent Republican Receiver of Taxes Donald Clavin, Jr. will stay in his position for another term as he took 69,559 votes, good for just over 66 percent of voters. His challenger, Democrat Wilton Robinson, received only 35,288 votes.

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Jubilant Atmosphere at GOP Headquarters By JONATHAN WALTER Standard Staff Reporter

The Nassau County Republican Party gathered at Mirelle’s in Westbury, just next door to Nassau Republican headquarters, to announce and then celebrate a slew of Election Day victories. In a large meeting room filled with video cameras and most of the top politicians in the county, the party leaders announced the

big winners of the day, including Nassau County Seventh District Legislator Howard Kopel and Town of Hempstead’s Third District Councilman James Darcy. “This was a very ugly and nasty fight,” Kopel said of his race against Democratic challenger Adam Moser, expected by many to be one of the day’s closest races. “It’s great that the people were able to see through it. We had a good and positive

Howard Kopel celebrating Republican victories.

Photo by Jonathan Walter

Stephen Anchin at Democratic headquarters Tuesday.

Photo by Scott P. Moore

program. The other side’s program was merely trying to tear us down. We’re going to continue to do the kind of things that we need to do, including finishing the Bay Park project, fix other infrastructure issues that we have and keep on improving constituent services. Most important of all, we’re not going to raise taxes.” Kopel was just happy it the race was over once his victory

was announced. “I’m very relieved. I’m very tired. It was a grueling and difficult race. I did not understand and realize how unethical the other side would be because their entire campaign was distortions and lies. I think that they were just desperate to win and everything goes for some people.”

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Honoring WWII Veterans of “The Greatest Generation” He Survived a lot of Flack

By JONATHAN WALTER Standard Staff Reporter

Cedarhurst resident Albert “Goldie” Occhiuzzo, 88, was a Waist Gunner in World War II, flying on a B-24 Liberator. He was involved in over 25 missions, a few more harrowing than others. Occhiuzzo was born in Inwood and graduated from the Lawrence School District. “I couldn’t go to college because I was drafted right out of high school,” Occhiuzzo said. Before the war, he was working for Republic Aircraft as a riveter. “That’s how I got into the Air Force,” Occhiuzzo said. “I took my basic training in Miami beach with Clark Gable. We were in gunnery school together.” Occhiuzzo made his way over to England in March of 1944 and was a member of the Eighth Airforce. On one mission, his plane took heavy flak damage. The crew was forced to break off

from formation and made for a British airbase escorted by a B-51 bomber. The plane didn’t quite make it back to the base and they were forced to make an emergency landing in the English Channel. “There were 65 holes in the plane when it landed in the Eng-

Albert “Goldie” Occhiuzzo

lish Channel, all different sizes,” Occhiuzzo said. “That’s how badly we were shot up.” “In December of 1944, the Battle of the Bulge, which lasted a month, I flew about six missions during that month,” Occhi-

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Woodmere Resident Made WAVES BY SUSAN VARGHESE

Standard Associate Editor

In her neat Woodmere home, Lucy Salpeter, 88, recalls a time where wages were 50 cents an hour and she was in the navy during World War II. Salpeter graduated from Hof-

stra University and studied occupational therapy at New York University. During that time, the navy was looking for occupational and physical therapists to help treat and recuperate wounded sailors. Just fresh out of college in 1945, Salpeter joined the WAVES. “ The war

Salpeter with navy colleagues in an undated photo

was over, but all the people were still there,” Salpeter said. The WAVES (Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service) was a division of women in the U.S. Navy during World War II. She served at both St. Albans Naval Hospital and the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda Maryland for two years as an ensign, and served one year as a civil service employee. Her last official title was as Lieutenant Junior Grade Officer. “There were all kinds of injuries, everything you could think of from quadriplegics to paraplegics to burn victims,” Salpeter said. “What I did was very interesting,” Salpeter added with quiet confidence. “The people who worked in hospitals really worked hard to take care of the injured…I was in charge of a department that had five to six people. It was impressive to be in the navy and I liked it. It wasn’t what you call thrilling. It was satisfying.”

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Kopel, Darcy, GOP Win Big CONTINUED FROM P. A1

in ofﬁce, it’s something different, for whatever reason,” said a Hewlett couple. “I guess it boils down to that we’re trying to vote for the lesser of two evils.”

They’ll tell you what you want to hear and then when they get

Here’s what some voters from around The Five Towns had to say while exiting the polls on Election Day: “To be honest with you, I voted along union guidelines for the ﬁrst time ever and I never do that,” said a voter from Hewlett. “I’m not so happy about it, but because of contractual issues, it seemed like the way to go.” “I went with Kopel again, he’s done a really great job around here,” said a Cedarhurst voter. “I also voted for most of the Hempstead Republicans. They get the job done.” “I think that the ballot between Moser and Kopel basically had no substance to it. It was very accusatory and very nasty, and I don’t think that kind of politicking belongs... They just look like a bunch of buffoons, so you have to go along with some authority,” said another Hewlett voter. “In this case, we used The South Shore Standard because they said not to vote for Moser. So, I went with Kopel and I wasn’t intending to.” “I voted straight down the line for the Republicans,” said a Lawrence voter. “I thought that Adam Moser ran a nasty and unfair campaign against Howard Kopel, so I did not even consider him a choice.” “It’s basically the same thing.

Seventh District Legislator Candidate

Votes

Percent of Voters

Howard Kopel (R)

6,312

59.17

Adam Moser (D)

4,347

40.75

0.08

Write-Ins

Town of Hempstead Supervisor Candidate

Votes

Percent of Voters

Kate Murray (R)

71,465

66.84

Gary Port (D)

35,400

33.11

0.05

Votes

Percent of Voters

Mark Bonilla (R)

65,992

63.12

Stephen Anchin (D)

38,522

36.85

0.03

Write-Ins

Town of Hempstead Clerk Candidate

Write-Ins

Town of Hempstead Receiver of Taxes Candidate

Votes

Percent of Voters

Donald Clavin, Jr. (R)

69,559

66.32

Wilton Robinson (D)

35,288

33.65

0.03

Write-Ins

Town of Hempstead Third District Council Member Candidate

Votes

Percent of Voters

James Darcy (R)

11,963

68.74

Owen Rumelt (D)

5,433

31.22

0.03

Write-Ins

Jubilant Atmosphere at GOP Headquarters CONTINUED FROM P. A1 Meanwhile, Darcy won handily over Democratic challenger Owen Rumelt. “I’m very pleased. It’s a real vindication. My opponent was saying that people don’t know who their councilman was, but I guess almost 12,000 of them did, so I’m very pleased with the results. I don’t take anything for granted. We worked our butts off and walked most of the district. We tried something new, which we were intrigued with. We tried a telephone town hall conference and it went very well. We’re starting to get involved with the way more technology is available and it’s changing the way we campaign.” Darcy then looked forward to getting back to work as councilman. “Obviously we’re going to try to maintain a strict ﬁscal policy. We’re going to continue to keep taxes at as low a level as we possibly can. I’d like to start to see us push for more smart development throughout the town. Obviously we have the Nassau Coliseum issue and the possible issue of a casino in Elmont, which is a part of my district. So there are some exciting times ahead and heavy work. I’m ready to roll up my sleeves and continue working.” Also proving victorious was

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ecutive position brought some cheers and applause from the crowds watching the results on big-screen televisions tuned to News12. The crowd gathered as Democratic leaders held a celebration for those who, for the time being, appeared to have won their campaigns. The largest cheers were for Solages when his upset over incumbent Republican incumbent Ciotti for the Third Legislative District seat was announced. The headquarters began to clear out, however, after Solages gave an impromptu victory speech thanking his supporters. Rumelt was gracious in defeat following the announcement of Darcy’s victory. “One goes into this with the expectation of success,” Rumelt said. “I’m disappointed with the result. I thought we were raising issues that obviously didn’t strike a cord with the voters. Certain things were noted and covered by newspapers in the editorials. We hope that it stops being business as usual in the town and that Mr. Darcy takes some of the editorials to heart. We are disappointed, but this is a democracy and I wish him the best. There are things I think should still be addressed including all of the mailing and the issues at the animal shelter.” Stephen Anchin, a Hewlett native, weighed in on his defeat to incumbent Hempstead Town Clerk Mark Bonilla. “Needless to say, I wish we would of won,” Anchin said. “The nice thing about elections is its all about democracy. I wish luck to my opponent. I’m not really surprised by the results. Elections are elections and we did our best. There’s a lot to consider for me going forward. I have a family and grandchildren. At this point, next year is a presidential year and I have no idea where things will be then. I think it’s just a good time to step back and think. I’d like to thank everyone who helped me. It was gratifying to see how many people stepped forward to help me.” Moser compared his race against Kopel to a boxing match in his comments following defeat. “It’s disappointing,” Moser said. “That’s really all I can say. It’s not devastating. I was surprised it wasn’t closer. The Democrats were surprised. The Republicans were surprised. We all expected it to be closer. That’s why it got so heated towards the end. Right now, the only plans I have are to work. It’s like after a prizeﬁght where you say “never again!” but we’ll see.”

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Five Towns Community Chest: A Pillar of the Community By JONATHAN WALTER Standard Staff Reporter

he Five Towns Community Chest has been a pillar of The Five Towns since 1931 when separate community chest groups from Lawrence, Cedarhurst, Inwood, Woodmere and Hewlett got together to form “The Five Towns Community Chest,” helping give the area the famous name that we all refer to today. Director Bob Block is hard at work every day raising money for ﬁve different agencies, which provides aid directly to local residents. “Our main job here at Community Chest is simply this: to raise money,” Block said. “The Community Chest does not run programs, we fund programs that our agencies run.” The FTCC raises money and divides in on a yearly basis

among their ﬁve agencies based upon need. They include The Five Towns Community Center, The Five Towns Early Learning Center, The Five Towns Senior Center, Peninsula Counseling Center, and Tempo Group Incorporated, all of which help the community in different ways. The Early Learning Center is a place where less fortunate families can bring their younger children to prepare for prekindergarten and kindergarten. However, he insists it’s not a day care center. “They’re not a babysitting service,” Block said. “They consider themselves early learning centers. They’re there to teach the children. In addition to that, they only have 54 spots and to qualify the parent has to be a working parent. It’s not for someone who’s going to go get his or her hair and nails done.

Five Towns Community Chest Director Bob Block It’s for the less-fortunate community in Inwood and Lawrence who have to work hard for a living, blue-collar workers, and need a place for their youngster to be safe. From 18 months to four, maybe some are ﬁve.” The FTCC doesn’t pay for all

of the expenses to send kids to the learning center, but they will subsidize the majority of it, requiring families to pay what they can. The Five Towns Community Center offers services that help foreign-born residents, runs the Inwood Senior Center, Head Start Youth, and substance abuse services. The Five Towns Senior Center offers programs to adults aged 55 and older, including art, computer, exercise classes, card games, book discussions as well as many other activities for the area’s seniors. The Peninsula Counseling Center provides a variety of mental health services to over 4,500 individuals a year and the Tempo Group provides conﬁdential counseling for individuals and families that include therapy, psychiatric evaluation and crisis services.

They also have affiliate groups that benefit from the funds they raise. “The Jewish Community Center of the greater Five Towns, is an affiliate of ours,” Block said. “We have a bigger relationship with them lately because right below it you see the JCC Five Towns Food Pantry, that’s right next door. The food pantry feeds approximately 200 families per month, about a thousand people but there’s always room to do more.” The FTCC also helps with a new program called Neighbors In Need. He told the story of a family living in Hewlett facing some tough times. The husband was a real estate broker who was laid off. The wife is not capable of working right now due to injury, and they have three children. “LIPA has issued a disconnect notice,” Block said of the family. “They’re struggling to keep up with their mortgage. There’s no food on the table. The Jewish Community Center is helping them with the food pantry. The kids need clothing. The disconnect notice is for $700, coming due any minute. At the Neighbors in Need program we have a separate fund and we are issuing to the JCC today a check for LIPA. But we make it out to our agency. They’re the ones who make the presentation to the people. We’re just here to help the agencies. Indirectly, we’re helping neighbors who are having a hard time because of the economy.” “So you might want to know ‘how do we bring in the money?” Block said. “Basically, two ways. We have an annual campaign, like the Unit-

ed Way where we ask Mr. and Mrs. Joe Public to make a donation to us yearly. Some people give $18, some do $50, some give $100, some give $1,000 and some give $10,000.” The FTCC also runs events, including a basketball tournament indoors in the spring, a fall fair in the park in September or October, a 5K run which is brand new, debuting a couple of weeks ago. They’ve also decided to do an informal concert. All of the money from the concert goes to the Neighbors in Need program. “Last year we netted around $20,000 for the Neighbors in Need program and we’re already way past that right now, two weeks out,” Block said. “So, I’m hoping to net in the $40,000 to $50,000 range this year and that’s net after the expenses. That would be money that goes directly into this fund that, at holiday time, Hanukkah, Christmas, we have a committee of five or six that review requests from the executive directors of all the agencies for hardship cases. Last year there was one which was very touching. ‘Our home was flooded out. We lost all our furniture. We’re sleeping on the hard floor.’ We gave them money for mattresses. Things like that, the letters, are heartbreaking and you can’t say no.” Block says that they have a limit on how much each case deserves and they can only use it once per year. “Unfortunately we’re not strong enough or big enough to raise millions and help everyone in the world, like Santa Claus,” Block said. “We do what we can do based on the money that we bring in.”

LEGISLATIVE ROUNDUP Your Guide to How Our Elected Officials Are Voting and What They’re Voting On. encouraging the public display Carolyn McCarthy of the national motto in all pubU.S. Representative, New York’s 4th District lic buildings, public schools, Voted Yes on H.R.674: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the imposition of three percent withholding tax on certain payments made to vendors by government entities. The bill was passed by a vote of 405-16. Voted No on H.R.2576: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to adjust the calculation of modified adjusted gross income for purposes of determining eligibility for certain healthcare-related programs. The bill was passed by a vote of 262-157. Voted Yes on H.CON.RES.13: Reaffirming “In God We Trust” as the official motto of the United States and supporting and

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Hewlett Man Busted for Burglery BY SUSAN VARGHESE

Standard Associate Editor

Hewlett man was arrested on Monday after allegedly breaking into two neighbors’ apartments. Jonathan R. Hoffman, 41, of 67 Prospect Avenue Apartments entered two neighbors’ apartments between October 21 and November 7 and stole an unknown amount of cash and jewelry, police said. Hoffman duplicated a key he found of his 86-year-old female neighbor’s apartment and entered her apartment six separate times. He stole a key from an-

other neighbor, a 48-year-old female victim, police said. He was confronted by the victim and he said he was an exterminator and left. In an unrelated case, the defendant also forged two prescriptions for Oxycodone, which he attempted to ﬁll, according to police. Hoffman is charged with seven counts of Burglary in the second degree, two counts of possession of a forged instrument in the second degree and identity theft in the in the ﬁrst degree. He was arraigned in First District Court in Hempstead on Tuesday, November 8.

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hooked for some reason. I had to re-hook his intercom and his heated suit. He wound up getting frostbite.” Another time, a bomb in the bomb bay got stuck. The waist gunners were the only ones on the plane who were free to run around, so he was summoned by the pilot to “kick out” the bomb. Occhiuzzo has been in the restaurant business since returning from the war. He owned a restaurant in Brooklyn and then a

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By Nicole Wengrofsky

lot of exciting events have taken place in HAFTR High School since we returned from the Sukkot vacation. At the end of October, the seniors attended an assembly organized by HAFTR’s Zionism instructor, Mr. Tuvia Book, about Ir David (the City of David). Mr. Eli Alony, the head of strategic development of the Ir David Foundation, offered a fascinating presentation, followed by a 3D movie. Mr. Alony explained that when the seniors go to college, they may be faced with a situation where peers may ask them how we know that our people inhabited the Land of Israel and, more speciﬁcally, Jerusalem. Ir David (City of David) provides archeological proof that the Jews were in Jerusalem 3,000 years ago. The discoveries made by the world-renowned archeologist, Dr. Eilat Mazar, prove that they did reside in Jerusalem so long ago. She discovered a pillar from the palace of King David and seals at the bottom of David’s palace. Other artifacts discovered included a Roman sword, Babylonian arrowheads, and a golden bell thought to have been part of the Kohen Gadol’s (High Priest’s) robe. An obvious question is how was this city lost? Mr. Alony explained that when the Turks controlled Jerusalem, they built a wall around what they thought was the old city. Since Ir David was not enclosed in that wall, it was covered over time, which is how it remains intact today, and was able to be discovered. After 3,000 years, the City of David is ﬁnally reconnected to the Kotel. (Western Wall) In honor of national Red Ribbon Week, Mrs. Teresa Corrigan, Bureau Chief of Street Narcotics and Gangs at the Nassau

County District Attorney’s ofﬁce, came to HAFTR to make a very important presentation about making smart choices and being safe. Red Ribbon Week is an alcohol, tobacco and other drug and violence prevention awareness campaign.. The program was mandatory for all students, and followed a program entitled “Not My Child” that Mrs. Corrigan presented the previous evening for parents of sophomores and juniors. Mrs. Corrigan explained that although we may feel as if the information and tips she offered do not seem relevant now, they will as we get older. What was great about this program as opposed to others that we have had in the past is that it was informative but was able to be so without scaring everyone completely. There are other wonderful programs going on, as well as exciting upcoming events. HAFTR High School ran a successful coat drive just in time for the arrival of winter weather. This week, eight HAFTR students are attending the National Jump Leadership Seminar, sponsored by NCSY, which focuses on giving its participants tools and opportunities to coordinate programming in and out of their communities, as well as giving them leadership experience. Five HAFTR students will attend the upcoming Youth Bridge Leaders to Leaders Youth Summit, sponsored by the Jewish Community Relations Council and UJA-Federation of New York. We look forward to greeting prospective freshmen and their parents at the annual HAFTR High School Open House, which will take place on Sunday morning, November 13. Israel Nights for senior girls and boys are being held on November 9 and 14, respectively. These evenings provide an opportunity for the seniors to meet with

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Standard Sports

Lawrence Rumbles Through Hewlett 62-32 Golden Tornadoes Advance to Semi-Finals vs. Lynbrook By Scott P. Moore

Standard Staff Reporter

he Lawrence Golden Tornadoes ended the Hewlett Bulldogs’ season after defeating them 62-32 in the first round of the Conference III playoffs at Lawrence High School on Saturday afternoon. Hewlett received the ball first and things looked promising on the team’s first drive down the field that took the Bulldogs 87 yards over 11 plays, but the Lawrence defense prevented Hewlett from reaching the end zone. The Bulldogs were forced to go for the field goal which put the team up 3-0. Lawrence struck right back on their first possession with senior runningback Ryan Fredericks rushing four yards for his first touchdown of the day and a 7-3 Golden Tornadoes lead in the first quarter. Ryan’s brother, junior runningback Tyler Fredericks, also added another touchdown in the opening minutes of the second quarter to give Lawrence a 14-3 lead. Two plays into Hewlett’s first possession of the second quarter, Lawrence defender Mike Fragner intercepted the ball and ran it over 30 yards to the Hewlett 11yard line. Two plays later, Ryan Fredericks rumbled through the Hewlett defensive line and barely into the end zone for another touchdown, giving Lawrence a 20-3 lead. Hewlett, down 17, was not finished though. On the Bulldogs’ next possession, the offense pushed down the field 55 yards before Jeremy Leguillow rushed nine yards into the end zone, bringing Hewlett back within ten at 20-10.

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Hewlett’s Jermey Leguillow gets great blocking on a run up the middle. Lawrence seemed more than eager to put the nails in the cofﬁn as Tyler Fredericks rushed 56 yards down the ﬁeld on the team’s next possession for another touchdown, giving the Golden Tornadoes a 26-10 lead, followed by a two-point conversion from Lawrence sophomore quarterback Joe Capobianco to freshman wide receiver Jordan Fredericks, Ryan and Tyler’s brother, for a 28-10 lead. Hewlett turned the ball over on downs in four plays and the Golden Tornadoes took advantage. Capobianco threw 35 yards to wide receiver Eddie Robinson for another touchdown. The extra point kick was good and Lawrence went up 35-10. The Bulldogs refused to go down quietly and mounted a huge comeback. On their next possession, Leguillow rushed two yards into the end zone to bring the team within 18 points at 35-17. An onside kick gave Hewlett the ball back and the Bulldogs capitalized with quarterback Zach Richman throwing to wide receiver Sam Grill for an 11-yard touchdown pass. A faked

extra point kick turned into two more points as Grill ran the ball into the end zone to tighten the lead to 35-25 at half time. After the teams came back on the field in the third quarter, Hewlett continued to pick up steam. Two plays into Lawrence’s possession, Capobianco was picked off giving Hewlett the ball deep in their own zone. The possession produced no points, but the shock and anger was evident on the Lawrence bench. On the Bulldogs next possession, Richman found wide receiver Sam Martorella for 16 yards and another touchdown. The Bulldogs closed the gap to three points at 35-32. The tight score seemed to wake up the beast in the Lawrence offense, however. Tyler Fredericks rushed 72 yards down the field into the end zone for a touchdown, his third of the day, and putting the Golden Tornadoes up 42-32. The Lawrence defense, seemingly missing in the second quarter, prevented the Bulldogs from getting a first down on their next possession and quickly got the ball back to the offense.

Photo by Jonathan Walter.

H - Eliman, 30 yard ﬁeld goal L - Ryan Fredericks run, ﬁve yards (Fragner kick) L - Tyler Fredericks run, six yards (Fragner kick) L - Ryan Fredericks run, one yard (two point fail) H - Leguillow run, 10 yards (Eliman kick) L - Tyler Fredericks run, 56 yards (Capobianco pass to J. Fredericks) L - Capobianco pass to Robinson, 35 yards (Fragner kick) H - Leguillow run, one yard (Eliman kick) H - Richmond pass to Grill, six yards (Grill run) H - Mortorella run, 17 yards (Eliman kick) L - Tyler Fredericks run, 76 yards (Fragner kick) L - Ryan Fredericks run, six yards (Fragner kick) L - Capobianco pass to Tyler Fredericks, 50 yards (kick failed) L - Ryan Fredericks run, six yards (Fragner kick)

Ryan Fredericks fumbles on a run, but was recovered by Lawrence later in the play. A seven-play, 75-yard drive for Lawrence was capped by Ryan Fredericks running into the end zone to give the Golden Tornadoes a 49-32 lead starting the fourth quarter. Hewlett lost control on their next possession with a fumble recovered by the Lawrence defense near the middle of the ﬁeld. The offense hit the gas as Capobianco threw a huge pass from the 50-yard line

to Tyler Fredericks into the end zone to give Lawrence a comfortable 55-32 lead. Hewlett’s final chances were squandered as the Lawrence defense became a solid wall, allowing only five plays before Hewlett kicked it away. The Golden Tornadoes responded by putting the icing on the game as Ryan Fredericks ran the ball five yards for his fourth touchdown

Photo by Jonathan Walter.

and a 62-32 final score. Hewlett ends the season 4-4 and 0-1 in the playoffs while number two-ranked Lawrence, 7-1 in the regular season and 1-0 in the playoffs, will move on to face number-three Lynbrook on Saturday in a semifinal playoff game at Hofstra University Stadium at 10:00 a.m. See our Semifinals Preview for a look at the LynbrookLawrence matchup.

Despite Close Call, Lawrence Runs Away to Victory Text and Photos By Scott P. Moore

Towns rival Hewlett in the ﬁrst round of the Conference III playoffs. “The same broken record – we’re tough offensively and hard to stop,” said Martillotti. “As long as we have the ball though, it’s really hard to stop us.” The Bulldogs struggled throughout most of the game trying to ﬁnd a way to stop the Golden Tornadoes. Runningback brothers Ryan and Tyler Fredericks showed off why they had a reason to be feared, each scoring four touchdowns during the game accounting for over third-quarters of the team’s points on those plays. “No matter what they did today, we were still throwing the ball, running

he mood during the “Five Towns Bowl II” – Hewlett-Lawrence matchup – at Lawrence High School dramatically changed during the second quarter – the normally loud and rabid Golden Tornado fan base were stuck in a stunned silence as they watched the team’s 25-point lead slip away during the second quarter as the defense allowed three touchdowns to score. “Defensively there during the second quarter, we had a little bit of a brain fart,” said Coach Joe Martillotti. The team gave up the majority of its lead during the ﬁnal eight minutes of the second quarter. “They had a couple of big plays on us and that on-side kick.” During the Hewlett comeback, the only sounds from Lawrence’s fans, coaches and some players was to referees as six ﬂags came out for penalties, most against the Golden Tornadoes. Heading into half time, the mood was eerie – the players looked a little shocked and the fans, while applauding, could

Running back Tyler Fredericks makes a huge jump into the end zone for a touchdown in the second quarter. be heard saying “if we win this game” rather than “when we win this game” they had all said earlier in the quarter. With the score standing at 35-

32 Lawrence in the third quarter, the Golden Tornadoes’ offense suddenly reawoke and scored 27 unanswered points to the relief of worried fans and leading the

team to a 62-32 win over Five

the ball,” Martillotti said. “We’re just talented on all fronts.” It was the starting defense though, which had shined in the team’s previous three games by not allowing a single point, that gave up the lead. “It is what it is,” he said, shrugging. “It’s a matter of time though because when we get the ball, we’re going to score.” Notes: QB Joe Capobianco was 9 for 15 on passes during the game, throwing for one touchdown and one interception... Ryan Fredericks scored four touchdowns in the game, giving him thirteen straight games with a touchdown since last season... 62 points was a new season high for Lawrence’s offense, but the 32 points given up was the most in four games as well... wide receiver Eddie Robinson had one of his best days of the year with two receptions and one touchdown as well as two fumble recoveries on defense.

Hewlett’s (#6) Sam Martorella cannot keep Lawrence’s Tyler Fredericks (#3) from running down the field in the second half.

Heartbreaking End to Bulldogs’ Football Season By Jonathan Walter

Standard Staff Reporter

H Hewlett running back Jeremy Leguillow bounces off of a defender as he makes his way toward the end zone for a touchdown.

Photo by Jonathan Walter

ewlett Bulldogs Varsity Football saw its season come to an end on Saturday when they fell to the Lawrence Golden Tornadoes in the second slugfest between the two teams this season. Hewlett got back into the game when, down 35-10 in the second quarter, they scored 22 straight points to make it a three point game. That was all she wrote for the Bulldogs though, as Lawrence dashed their hopes by stepping up defensively and scoring 27 un-

answered points of their own to win 62-32. “We fought hard,” Starting Running Back Jeremy Leguillow said. “It’s just that we couldn’t ﬁnish in the second half. They are a very good team, but I feel like we should have won. They came back hard and we didn’t know what to do. We didn’t regroup the way we wanted to, but it was a good game.” Leguillow scored two rushing touchdowns in the game for Hewlett. “I’m just so happy that I got to play on Varsity this year,” Leguillow said. “All of the seniors are

like crying right now. They wish we had this game back, but it was a great experience and a great season.” After the game, Hewlett Head Coach Jay Iaquinta was not pleased with the result, but was happy about his team’s performance. “We are real proud of our kids,” Iaquinta said. “All we asked them to do is give us effort for the full 48 minutes. We’re thrilled with the effort they gave us. We had a lot of adversity. We had some injuries and a lot of things to deal with. These kids persevered all the way through and never stopped ﬁghting. Lawrence is a re-

ally good football team. We probably had to score one more time in the third quarter. We didn’t and that gave them an opportunity to score. It kind of got away from us.” Iaquinta is looking forward to next season now and is excited about some of his breakout players making strides next year. “We have some good kids coming back in Richman and Leguillow plus some good kids at the end,” Iaquinta said. “We’re a grunt team. We have to work hard and we have to make up for deﬁciencies with hard work in the off-season.”

Standard Sports Semifinals Preview: Lynbrook (5-3) vs. Lawrence Golden Tornadoes (7-1)

Lynbrook could not break too far from the grips of Lawrence’s defense in the teams’ last meeting two weeks ago.

By Scott P. Moore

Standard Staff Reporter

he last time the Lynbrook Owls and Lawrence Golden Tornadoes met, it was only two weeks ago at Lawrence’s Homecoming. A matchup between then 5-1 teams which was expected to be one of the best games of the season turned into a slaughter as the Lawrence offense rolled right through the Owls en route to a 36-0 victory. Lawrence would go

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tack of brothers Ryan and Tyler Fredericks would provide more than enough offense to carry the team. Lawrence missed a step in their second game, a 37-19 loss against Bethpage, but the offense rolled on afterwards to six straight wins. By the end of the season, Lawrence regained the swagger and look of a championship team. Led by the Fredericks brothers and new quarterback Joe Capobianco’s riﬂe arm, Lawrence scored an average of over 43 points per game after their only loss. The starting defense, hampered by the loss of linebacker Chris Hercules, rallied back down the stretch to prevent scoring in the team’s ﬁnal three games and averaged just above two touchdowns allowed per game all season. Average Score This Season: Lawrence: 39.3, Opponents: 16.5

Photo by Scott P. Moore.

What to Expect on to win its next game and end the season 7-1 while Lynbrook stumbled into the playoffs, losing in its ﬁnal game and ﬁnishing 5-3.

The Lynbrook Owls (5-3) Lynbrook entered the season a heavy favorite to win the division, especially after taking out Lawrence last year in the Conference III ﬁnals en route to the Nassau County and Long Island titles. The team, however, has lost a step or two in the confer-

ence while other teams, including the Golden Tornadoes, got better. Lynbrook’s three losses came in shutouts to number eight Floral Park (7-0), number two Lawrence (36-0) and number one Bethpage (35-0), proving the league’s most solid defenders could slow down the offensive run. With much of the championship 2010 team graduated, the offense has continued to get by. The offense is lead by runningback Luke Spitzer, who rushed

for over 900 yards this season, including 10 touchdowns, and runningback Rocco Scibelli, who rushed for 600 yards and seven touchdowns. Average Score This Season: Lynbrook: 24, Opponents: 22.6

The last meeting between the teams showed off the suddenly rock-solid Lawrence defense to a stunned contingent of Lynbrook fans in attendance. Even with the last game against Hewlett showing potential cracks in their armor, Lawrence Coach Joe Mar-

tilotti is a defense master who took the team from allowing most opponents to score an average of over 27 points per game earlier this season to just under 17 by the end of the season. Expect the Lawrence defense to allow a few touchdowns, allowing a maximum of 20 to 25 points. The Lynbrook defense had nothing on the Lawrence offense last time these two met. Expect the Owls to pick up on a few of their mistakes from last time out, but the domination by the Golden Tornadoes to continue. Another round of 35 points or more, especially after the way the Fredericks brothers caught ﬁre against Hewlett, is a fair expectation. The winner of this matchup will go on to face the winner of the game between number four Plainedge (5-3) and number one Bethpage (8-0) for the Conference III championship. The winner of the championship game will then take on the Suffolk County Conference III champion for the Long Island Title. The Lawrence Golden Tornadoes will take on the Lynbrook Owls at Hofstra University’s James M. Shuart Stadium on Saturday morning at 10:00 a.m.

The Lawrence Golden Tornadoes (7-1) Lawrence began the season preranked to finish first in Conference III. The first game, a 35-0 win over Manhasset, showed the double running back at-

Bombers Rub-Out Hitmen for Croton Championship By Scott P. Moore

Standard Staff Reporter

all them the Boys of November – under the lights at Inwood Bay Park on a chilly Tuesday evening, the AHS Bombers won game two of the Croton League Fall Championship Series against the Hitmen, 3-2, in eight innings, sweeping the best of three game series and securing the championship behind the strong pitching of team captain Avram Schreiber and key hitting that gave the team a come-from-behind victory. Things got off to a rocky start for the Bombers. Schreiber, the team’s bonafide pitching ace who had all six of his team’s wins this season, gave up a single and two errors put him in a tight bases loaded, one out situation. After giving up an RBI single and a sacrifice fly, Schreiber got out of the inning with a groundout and only aalowing two runs. The Hitmen held on to their 2-0 lead throughout most of the game, but their pitching faltered down the stretch. In the

sixth inning, the Bombers got a one-out walk and a chance throwing error by the second baseman to put runners on first and third with two outs. The Bombers picked up a rocketed single by Joe Eisenberger that scored both runners, tying up the game at 2-2. The Hitmen had a chance to force a game three in the bottom of the seventh inning, the last inning for a typical softball game. A leadoff single gave the team a runner, but a running gaffe gave the Bombers another out as their left fielder gunned down the lead runner at third. Schreiber walked the next player to put runners at first and second before getting an easy groundout back to the mound. “I thought Schreiber pitched Bombers’ Avram Schreiber fires a pitch during the first inning against the Hitmen.

Photo by Scott P. Moore.

really well,” said Bombers’ first baseman Neil Osroff. “We hung in there and we got some bounces our way and we ended up winning.” The Bombers had benefited from another error by the Hitmen’s shortstop, giving them a runner on first to lead the

eighth inning. The runner was advanced to second by a groundout, but then a strikeout raised the stakes. A clutch two-out single by Tzvi Weil into the outfield sent the Bombers’ runner around to score the go-ahead run, putting the team up 3-2. The Hitmen had one last shot as Schreiber walked the first batter of the bottom of the eighth inning, but he slammed the door by inducing two fly outs and a final pop out to first baseman Osroff to secure the win and the championship. “It was something you dream about like when Charlie Hayes caught the third out for the Yankees [in 1996,]” he said. “It was great.” Notes: Bombers’ SP Avram Schreiber, who led the league with 6 wins and a 1.71 ERA this season, pitched all eight innings for his team, earning the victory. He gave up 10 hits and three walks throughout the game, giving up two runs while striking out two batters. He also pitched in game one last week; that game was a 2-0 win for the Bombers.

Left to Right: Back row: Coach Ken Rochler, Sam Eneman, Adam Aller, Jakob LaScala, Matt Kim, Matt Kohn, asst. coach Craig Steinberg, Jordan Kobak, Asst. coach Andrew DeCicco; Front row: Sam Kelstein, Drew Steinberg, Jordan Epstein, Michael DeCicco, Mac Rochler, asst. coach Jay Kobak; Not pictured: Mike Artusa, Chris Rodriguez, and Coach Ross Epstein

Hewlett 5th and 6th Graders Achieve Enviable 13-1 Record

he Hewlett Thunder, a travel baseball team made up of local ﬁfth and sixth graders, ﬁnished their Fall season with a 13-1 record, the best in their division. The team competed against other local travel teams as a part of the National Junior Baseball League. “The team had a great season,” Thunder Coach Ken Rochler said. “There was some controversy about whether or

not we actually lost a game because one was called due to darkness, but it’s not something we want to dwell on. We’d rather concentrate on what the team accomplished this fall. Our coaches continually teach the boys the game, while still making it fun for them. The Thunder’s goal is to hand off solid baseball players to the coaches at the middle school, when the boys reach seventh grade.”

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EDITORIALS

Election Results

n Tuesday evening voters in The Five Towns gave an overwhelming mandate to Howard Kopel for another two year term as our County Legislator and to Jim Darcy as our Town Councilman. Also returned by very healthy margins were Supervisor Kate Murray and her team of Town Clerk Mark Bonilla and Receiver of Taxes Don Clavin. In the neighboring Legislative District of Lynbrook, Fran Becker was returned by an impressive margin for another well-deserved term as well. On the County level, there are many challenges ahead for Mr. Kopel. First and foremost among them are the ongoing budget deficit problems and ensuring that these gaps are closed by cutting expenses, not by increasing taxes. We are sure Mr. Kopel will live up to his campaign promises in that regard. Additionally, Mr. Kopel will be dealing with the redistricting issue for the 2013 elections. In the past, we have been forthright in favor of keeping as much of The Five Towns as possible (if not all) in Kopel’s District 7. We are sure he will be fighting for this. Lastly, the margin of victory should get the attention of County Executive Ed Mangano in terms of keeping the NCPD Fourth Precinct right smack where it is on Broadway in Hewlett. We know Mr. Kopel will be fighting for this as well. Much of our area borders on Queens and as such, safety and security are of enhanced importance for the border areas of Nassau than they are for, say, Wantagh or Oyster Bay. We know Mr. Kopel will be making the case for keeping the Fourth Precinct.

Fall Back to Springtime

ast Sunday we moved our clocks back to standard time, ushering in the season of very early sunsets and for many the onset of SADD Syndrome (Seasonal Affective Disorder) which is caused by less sunlight. Mitigating the change somewhat this week has been an unexpected and delightful blast of springtime weather in the mid and high 60s on Tuesday and Wednesday. October went out like a lion with that freak snowstorm and November has by and large come in like a lamb. Some days this week were so tranquil and beautiful with all the fall foliage that it kind of makes you glad you live here. When daytime temperatures plummet into the 30s and 40s however, we may use this space to complain about Winter’s harshness and the price of heating one’s home when for some of us we will have to weigh the Solomonic choice of sushi or raising the thermostat.

VOX POPULI

ENGAGE

By George Sava

nother campaign season has come and gone and as residents we must remain ever vigilant. Although this newspaper has always provided a forum for divergent views, there are two priorities that should be embraced by members of all parties; we must work to lower taxes and reduce the size of our various government bureaucracies. Throughout this campaign season each candidate identified deficiencies in the Town and County and each set forth their plan to better the lives of residents. When looking at the Town of Hempstead, we know the hurdles we face. Many newspapers throughout Long Island have reported on the many layers of patronage in the Town, the problems with the animal shelter (which is currently being audited by the State Comptroller’s Office), the lack of development at the Nassau Coliseum site, lack of jobs, etc. In the County, we need development, we need good paying jobs and we need to get our fiscal house in order. These actions will enable the County to earn back control of County finances from the Nassau County Interim Finance Authority. In both the Town and County, our elected officials have promised that they will address these issues head on. As an informed community we must work to ensure that our elected officials keep their campaign

George Sava was the 2010 Democratic Nominee for N.Y. State Senate, 9th Senate District. He is an attorney with Port & Sava, a local law ﬁrm, and a Veteran of Operation Enduring Freedom. George resides inThe Five Towns with his wife and three children.

CONSERVATIVE COMMENTARY

The Next Generation is Waiting By Frank Scaturro

Good Luck to Lawrence W

he 7-1 Lawrence Golden Tornadoes football team ended their regular season in second place in Conference III having dealt crushing defeats to most of their recent op-

ponents. Last Saturday they dashed the cross-town hopes of the Hewlett Bulldogs in their second match-up of the year, taking a 6232 victory in the ﬁrst round of post-season play (please see our extensive sports coverage on pages A6 and A7). Hewlett had lots of heart but they were no match for the troika of Fredericks brothers and the Lawrence defense. Games between Lawrence and Hewlett have a Jets-Giants quality about them. No matter how talented the players are, there can only be one winner and this year it is Lawrence. The Golden Tornadoes take on the Lynbrook Owls this Saturday

ith one year remaining before the 2012 elections, the national crisis of confidence continues. Much of it is fueled by what is shaping up to be the longest period of economic stagnation since the Great Depression — not to mention what might be a parallel benchmark in skepticism toward our governing class in Washington. That skepticism, to be sure, has not been confined to the Democratic Party. After having control of both chambers of Congress from 2003 to 2006, Republicans lost the elections of 2006 and 2008, and plenty of the party’s political wounds were self-inflicted. For all the escalating partisan acrimony and dysfunction in Washington, domestic discretionary spending during the 2000’s rose faster than at any time since the 1960’s, leaving many Republicans demoralized at the sight of their own party abandoning principle. A commitment not to repeat past mistakes should be a requirement for every Republican going forward. Yet for all the stumbles the GOP made, the price

morning in the semi-ﬁnals. If they win again, they vie for the Nassau championship and then perhaps the Long Island crown. We wish them the very best of luck Saturday and hopefully beyond as they’ve played an impressive and inspiring season. Everyone in the community should be proud of the many achievements of the players and coaches who have brought pride to The Five Towns by their level of play.

promises and work towards the betterment of our community. Therefore, we must engage, we must make sure that our elected officials keep their word. If an electorate disengages after an election there is a danger that a politician can become complacent. A complacent politician is like a broken record, one which voices the same promises over and over again without any resolution. We cannot allow this to happen. Therefore, we must remember what they stated throughout their campaigns and remember the promises. “An informed citizenry is the only true repository of the public will,” Thomas Jefferson. Thus, our strength is our knowledge, knowledge which comes from studying the issues and analyzing a politician’s actions. In the Town and in the County, our elected officials have promised, among other things, tax freezes and proper budgets. Tax cuts or freezes seem to be typical rallying cry during campaign seasons but all too often fail to materialize. Do you believe a tax freeze or cut will actually come to fruition in 2012? Will it come to fruition in 2013? I have expressed my concern that taking monies from a reserve account, a saving account if you will, in order to meet expenditures without raising taxes, cannot be considered a tax freeze. It cannot be considered, because once the reserve is gone, if expenditures are not curtailed, taxes will inevitable go up. Thus it is nothing more than a fiscal trick, one where taxes are not raised today but most assuredly will be raised tomorrow. Therefore, if an elected official promises a tax freeze, it cannot be a deferred tax hike. If it is, the elected official must be held responsible. As children we are taught a very basic principal, keep your word. Therefore if an elected official works to fulfill their promises they deserve credit. If, however, the elected official does not, if the words were nothing more than empty campaign promises, we must take action through the ballot box.

Frank Scaturro is a former Counsel for the Constitution on the Senate Judiciary Committee and Republican candidate for the United States House of Representatives in New York’s 4th Congressional District.

all Americans have paid for Washington’s incompetence has only increased over the past three years. When the Obama administration and its allies in the then-Democratic Congress argued for a stimulus bill in 2009, it included the promises that unemployment would not top eight percent if the bill were passed; that jobs would be created immediately; and that by the end of this year, unemployment would be around six percent. Nearly three years later, unemployment has only gone up, hovering over nine percent, and that ﬁgure does not factor in the underemployed and those who stopped looking. To quote the inspiring words of a Democratic president 50 years ago — “ask not what your country can do for you — ask what you can do for your country” — is to remind ourselves how much that party’s leadership has changed. Rep. Carolyn McCarthy and her Democratic colleagues have shown themselves less likely to follow such advice than to demagogue those who would do so. Under the leadership of Nancy Pelosi and Harry Reid, Congress pretty much institutionalized a culture of bailouts and a governing style that amounts to giving your money to the politically connected classes who seek it. A government already unable to meet its obligations had yet another entitlement, Obamacare, heaped upon it. That may be a strategy for securing votes to stay in ofﬁce, but as policy, it has been a disaster. When irresponsible decisions are rewarded, misconduct

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uch has been said of the Kardashian marriage/wedding debacle. I call it that because marriage is not a sprint – it is a marathon. Anyone who is not in it for the long run should not be in it at all. Maybe Kim’s marriage should be called a spectacle, rather than qualifying it as an example of this sacred institution. Her wedding’s ratings were beyond network expectations, continuing to be shown in reruns even after the end of the marriage was announced. More is known about the details of her wedding than could ever be necessary. I do not know the cost of my own engagement ring but for some reason, know the original cost of hers, plus its buy-back price. Dubbed as a fairytale wedding, was the fairytale supposed to last less than 80 days? A friend told me she was concerned that her daughter would look at these celebrity marriages and learn not of the importance and sanctity of such a union, but rather see it as a joke, filled with folly. I reminded her that education begins in the home – her daughter would value marriage because that is what they teach her. And if her daughter wants to get anything out of Kim and what’s-his-name’s wedding, then it should be a couple hours of entertainment. Make some popcorn – then sit back, relax and enjoy the show. Really, that is all it was in the first place. Having been a young bride, I have always thanked G-d for allowing me to meet my better-half early in life. We were not set up on a blind date, we did not meet in some mysterious way nor did our eyes meet across a crowded room. Instead, we had friends in common and I asked him out. Please do not feign your surprise in hearing that I made such a bold move – it makes perfect sense. It may be a double standard, but if it takes guts for a guy to ask out a girl, it takes even more guts for the opposite to happen. My cousin had a strict rule that if a guy asked her out, even if she did not find him physically attractive, she always said yes. She appreciated the courage it took for a guy to make himself so vulnerable and open to humiliation. Out of respect for that alone, she would agree to a date. She did not want to ever discourage a guy from taking that step in the future because he was embarrassed when someone turned him down the last time he tried. Unfortunately for the guy who asked her out in the elevator at work, she had to break her rule and say no. It’s one thing to ask a girl out and she says no – but it is something totally different when you ask a girl out and she says she’s already married. That’s a whole other level of humiliation. There are always the childhood friends your kids have that you look at and wonder

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Miriam L. Wallach,

MS.ed., M.A., has been writing “That’s Life” for close to ﬁve years. She lives in Woodmere with her husband and six children and can be found all week long on her blog at www.dearthatslife.com.

NOVEMBER 11-17, 2011 • THE SOUTH SHORE STANDARD •

SOAPBOX

Still the Ideal By Joel Moskowitz

henever I am asked to name my single greatest achievement I answer without hesitation, my marriage. The end of this month will mark the milestone of our golden anniversary. Reaching a milestone like 25 years of marriage may not seem remarkable to some, but considering those 25 years to be successful and happy is. In a New York Times Magazine profile, the actress Ellen Barkin said referring to her prior 10 year marriage to actor Gabriel Byrne with whom she still maintains an excellent relationship that a marriage does not need be forever to be successful. The flipside of course being that a forever marriage need not be considered successful. Marriage in today’s world is getting a bad rap. With one in two marriages ending in divorce, with many that stay married not necessarily being happy and the concept of what constitutes a modern family forever evolving, marriage is now considered just another lifestyle choice. Don’t take my word for it, this month’s issue of The Atlantic, has a cover story entitled “All the Single Ladies” with a subheading stating that it’s time to “acknowledge the end of traditional marriage as society’s highest goal It’s easy to pick an argument with that postulation from a spiritual or religious point of view but the historical and sociological arguments are compelling. Frankly, I think that’s the point. In a world with a population exceeding seven billion, marriage like any other tradition will see a seismic shift depending on economic, population or other sociological changes. For better or for worse we have to deal with it. People are opting out of marriage, are unable to find suitable suitors or are the product of an environment that does not set marriage as the ultimate ideal. Scholars list other factors like a female heavy population and the closing of the income gap between the sexes. The shift should not be in how we view marriage though, but in how we treat those that have opted out of it or who can’t achieve it. Stig-

matizing singlehood or untraditional families does nothing to further the cause of the marriage institution, happy successful marriages together with tolerance and acceptance of others does. Kate Bolick who authored The Atlantic article even gives a nod to traditional marriage; “Nor am I arguing that we should discourage marriage — it’s a triedand-true model for raising successful children in a modern economy. (Evidence suggests that American children who grow up amidst the disorder that is common to single-parent homes tend to struggle.)” Thanks for sharing Kate, at least we know that a tried and true formula works according to “evidence.” While I respect the authors point on acceptance of others lifestyles I have a huge problem acknowledging the end of traditional marriage as society’s highest goal. Let’s face it, marriage is an unnatural state. Going from being single and by definition a selfish animal to sharing everything with someone else is difficult. Even young couples who go straight from their parents home to a marriage setting face difficulties. And there is no magic formula. How many times have you heard stories of couples who dated for years or lived together for years then got married and divorced? I know I’ve heard plenty. But it is this exact challenge that makes marriage the ideal that society should strive for. The challenge of course being to take the vows/ commitment seriously enough to work through issues rather that accept that ending the marriage is a readily available alternative. What struck me as odd about the piece in The Atlantic was not the focus on untraditional families or the choices some people make not to marry, those are trends that cannot and in most cases will not, be reversed. It was the absolute absence of acknowledgement of spirituality and commitment as a crucial factor that makes marriages work especially in comparison to non traditional families where vows/ commitment was not made. Also bothersome, that except for blaming the Catholic Church

Joel Moskowitz is a writer and businessman who resides in Lawrence. He is married with three children and prides himself on being outspoken. Comments can be sent to yoelmosk@aol.com.

for society’s stigmatization of divorce and thus society’s tendency towards marriage, Ms. Bolick gives no credit to religion and tradition for successful marriages that incubated in its womb and has driven family life for millennia. Perhaps the women’s liberation movement and the liberalization of gay marriage have veered many away from the spiritual aspect of marriage, but that doesn’t mean that marriages created with spiritual guidance have reduced importance. I will venture to say that two people with the same spiritual goals will have an easier time making the familial relationship work. Historically, marriages at different times were business transactions and were not predicated on love. What made those marriages work were similar goals, just study European monarchies to see what I mean. Societies with parental arranged marriages have the same success rate (or failure rate) as those with modern dating. The fact is that love in those relationships usually comes after marriage. But mutual love, a wonderful catalyst for marriage is not necessarily the guarantee of a successful marriage. After all, people do change. But what I’ve learned from 25 years of being married to the same woman, the love of 25 years ago is very different from the one we have today, better, but way different. If you can survive together long enough, the love matures to something much deeper. If marriage is a proven model for successfully raising children why shouldn’t it still remain our ideal? Not everyone can reach the ideal goal in everything but that doesn’t take away from an ideal remaining so. It is so important for us to accept sociological changes and to embrace the various family structures that are the result, but why must we dismiss not only something proven, but something that when it works is a most beautiful thing? I believe in a society that adapts to the changes it endures, but I also believe that the sanctity of the family, in whatever form, modern or traditional it takes is supreme. Like every relationship, the marital one is a constant work in progress, when it works it is wonderful, when it doesn’t it’s up to us to keep up the warmth and caring that got us there in the ﬁrst place.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Wallach Column is My Favorite To The Editor, I just wanted to tell you that Miriam Wallach’s column is the ﬁrst one I turn to every week in The Standard. You guys have done a great job creating a local newspaper that has interesting articles, and I see that the paper is getting lots of advertising from all parts of the community -- so that’s great! Maybe this paper can actually unite all the diverse factions in the community! Anyway--- what I am really writing about Wallach’s last column about her name. I was laughing while reading it. Not exactly laughing with her all the time, though! I thought it was so funny that she thinks that Miriam is a difﬁcult name to pronounce -- can you imagine going through life with the name Bettina, familiar only to natives of Germany and Italy? While growing up, I longed for a more usual name like Miriam, my name was made fun of constantly throughout elementary school. Now I love my name because its different, but of course no one

ever gets my name right! I also make up names at Starbucks, and my kids are often with me and are amused. Often I use the name Ruth, since that’s my middle name. That’s also the name of Wallach’s youngest daughter. I bet she had a different reason for choosing the name Ruth than my parents did. My parents named me Ruth because they felt sorry for me, since I had a such a long name -- Bettina Wallenstein (No chance of me hyphenating when I got married!) Anyway-- keep up the good work, the show newspaper and are both terriﬁc!

Bettina Kramer Woodmere

Let’s Sell the Number 6 School to the JCC To the Editor; As we all should be aware, School District 15’s Number 6 school has been empty now for several years. The Board of Education has ﬁnally seen ﬁt to put the school on the market. Here in the Five Towns lies a hidden gem – the Five Towns JCC. Why is it hidden? It is hidden because it occupies a little

out-of-the-way house on Grove Avenue in Cedarhurst. Because it has burst at the seams, it also occupies more than 18 other locations in and around the Five Towns. It has not had the opportunity to create a “presence” in the community because it has not been successful in the acquisition of a new property that could accommodate all of its needs and the needs of the community. Now, the perfect opportunity exists for the community to come together as one and urge the Board of Education to sell the Number 6 School to the JCC. We need a place where the entire community can come together and join a cause to unite all of us. A full-service JCC would provide one-point entry where all members of our community can receive social services programs, when needed, as well as educational and recreational programs and activities. The Five Towns has a proud Jewish Community. Isn’t it time we had a building for the Jewish Community Center of which we can be proud?

Cherie Feinberg

Say You Saw it in The Standard

Lawrence

THE LEGENDARY DANNY O’DOUL

THE BIG WOODMERSKI “Sometimes there’s a man... Won’t say a hero, ‘cause, what’s a hero? Sometimes, there’s a man. And I’m talkin’ about the Dude here… well, he’s the man for his time and place.”

ell, sometimes there’s a man – not necessarily a hero -- but certainly the man for his time and place – right now, right here in Nassau County. A man who takes this world on his own terms and does the right thing. A man who stands up and says that the current aggression will not stand. A man? No really more – The Dude. So, who is this man with great “Dude-like” qualities…who is this man for our time and place? Well, how many of you were going to say, Howard Kopel? Sure, you were. Why not, he just pummeled Moser in yesterday’s elections. He’s riding high and walking tall.

But is he The MAN…The Dude? Hell no, he is just the winner. Even Mark Bonilla who sent Steve Anchin packing, back on the last train to Hewlett, has no “Dude” in him. Even Kate Murray won too, but she is perhaps, “The Anti-Dude,” or more like The Old Lebowski with his family – the Little Lebowski Achievers! So, who is this man for his time and place? Who is “The Dude” of The Five Towns?” Well, I’ll give you a hint – he’s the only guy in these Five Towns who is known as, “The Legendary.” Yes, brain trust, it is me – The Legendary Danny O’Doul! And, no one wears a patterned hand-knit zip-up cardigan with more aplomb than I do. But, looks and wardrobe aside – there is something more that makes me the “man for his time and place – I have a plan! Yes, by now you are all familiar with my plan – my plan to incorporate Woodmere as a Village and turn this past gold mining town -- which has now evolved into a ghost town –

This is The Legendary Danny O’Doul signing off and hoping that this weekend you will all “take it easy!”

into a vibrant center for fashion, the arts, music and literature. Oh, and also as home for a genuine “Vilna-Quality” Yeshiva where observant Jewish buckaroos will come from all over “The towns” to get some highclass old-time learnin’ done! And, we’ll even attract some world-class bowlers and bar ﬂies back to the Woodmere Lanes where I know they serve a mean “sarsaparilla” (and O’Doul’s) and are rumored to make a very satisfying “White Russian,” though I never had one, seeing that I haven’t drunk in over 21 years. Yeah, the bowling alley will attract a very sophisticated, hip crowd – all wearing there “Dude” sweaters. And some will dress as Walter Sobchak -- the Jewish, gunbrandishing, pal of “The Dude,” who is Shomer Shabbos – meaning, he doesn’t “roll on Shabbos” – Saturday, the Jewish Day of Rest! So, as a man for his time and place…a Dude…I will leave you with a message for the future. A thought that really “ties these Five Town together!” And, that thought is…“Follow the tumblin’ tumbleweed” right down to the soon-to-be incorporated Village of Woodmere! Thank you all. Oh, and The Legendry Danny O’Doul abides!

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Health, Fitness & Wellness

Looking Good and Feeling Good The Best and Latest Gear to Work Out in Style and Comfort BY SUSAN VARGHESE Standard Associate Editor

oing to the gym doesn’t mean you should skimp on style. From colors like cranberry, to details like ruching and rufﬂes -- there are a myriad of options that offer comfort and a polished look. For women, the basics like leggings, yoga pants, and capris are the same, but new colors and patterns offer a more playful look. For men, the styles are generally the same, with muted colors and basics like shorts and t-shirts. All of the active wear almost ensure comfort with moisture wicking technology. Incredible Feets, Morton’s, Missﬁt Boutique, Marshalls and Modell’s explain active wear must-haves that will make even the biggest couch potatoes want to work out.

Morton’s At Morton’s, Under Armour is the king of active wear. “It wicks the sweat away from your body,” explained Sheri Silverman, manager at Morton’s. “It’s a tight ﬁtting fabric that comes in long sleeves, tank tops, and athletic pants…Most companies are doing this wicking property so that it makes you feel cool while you’re working out.” Morton’s offers active wear for both men and women. For women, yoga pants are popular, and Under Armour compression pants are also popular. “It’s like a layering piece it keeps you warm. It’s tight ﬁtting and an incredible brand. Active wear items start at $19.99 for boys. Under Armour starts at $24.99 for shirts and around $44 for pants. Sports bras are $29.99. They offer a 10 percent discount off the Under Armour retail price, Silverman said. “We like to help out in any way we can, especially in this economy.” Morton’s is located at 533 Central Avenue in Cedarhurst. (516) 569-6366.

Incredible Feets Eggplant, cranberry and charcoal are just some of the colors that’ll be covering local gyms and studios. Apparel buyer, Stephanie Schwartz said, “The women going to the gym aren’t wearing these big boxy clothes anymore. They want to still look feminine and put together. They’re still wearing darker colors — not just black.” Schwartz noted that although black is the predominant color for bottoms, the tops can vary in colors. Capris are a big style, but as the season changes, pants become the preferred look. Marshall’s active For men, it’s more “cut and dry,” Schwartz wear for the outexplained. Sleeveless shirts, sweat pants doors and t-shirts still take precedence in men’s’ active wear. The sweatpants aren’t the

heavy, average material; instead, they’re specially mesh-lined. Under Armour came out with a charged cotton material, which is easier on the body, Schwartz said. “It feels nice, but it still has that sweat resistance.” Active Wear ranges from $20 to $50. Incredible Feets is located at 299 Rockaway Turnpike in Lawrence. (516) 239-9606. www.incrediblefeets.com.

Missfit Boutique Brazilian supplex pants, which are made from a high-quality material, are essentials in looking slim and trendy in every Zumba or Pilates class, Fern Ciraolo, owner of Missﬁt Boutique in Hewlett said. “The great thing about the Brazilian supplex pant is that it’ll never fade or wrinkle, or get stretched out. It goes from a size two to a size 12. It’s a one-size garment,” Ciraolo said. “…It’s a fabric that molds you and lifts you. I personally have been carrying it over 10 years.” Ciraolo explained that a tight legging, Capri, or a bootleg yoga pant is always good. Tops, longer tanks, ks, layering mesh tops, and zip-up jackets are all necessary to have versatility when it comes to active wear, but Ciraolo said d that some of them look like loungewear. “You can walk around round town with some of them… There’s an ‘anywhere’ pant that’s great for hot yoga or just to run errands.” ands.” Brazilian supplex lex pants average about $60 60 a pair, Ciraolo said. “They’re They’re so well made, that they hey last forever. Some people just buy multiples iples because they hey re-

ally lly love e them or want ant another color..” r..” The bra tops range e from $10 to $39, capris range from $30 to $45, yoga stuff is $40 to $60. Missﬁt opened up in April. “We’re a very unusual boutique, e, we cater to the ﬁtness ness crew -- for yoga, active tive wear, runners and nd walkers,” Ciraolo olo said. “We also have regular beautiful tiful fashions — fur vests, dresses…there’s …there’s really something for or anyone.” Ciraolo has

Notable athletes of the Nike “Make Yourself Team” in Nike attire.

Photo courtesy of Nike/ Photo by Annie Leibovitz

Including The Avenue

been selling under Missﬁt brand for the past 11 years before the boutique opened. Missﬁt is located at 1188 Broadway in Hewlett. (516) 341-0366.

Modell’s Sporting Goods For fall, layering is key, a Modell’s representative explained. Tight fitting leggings for women with a loose or fitted top are a easy way to layer. Don’t just stick to basic designs, though. “Wear a fun print that makes you happy during your workout.” Modell’s said. Comfortable base layers are key staples of the workout wardrobe. Women need a proper fitting, supportive bra that is designed for their activity whether it is running or yoga. Modell’s suggested Champion bras, which have information on their tags to help people select the style that suits them best. For men, cold gear base layers like mocks, crews and tights from both Nike and Under Armour are important for training outside in the elements. “Men’s loose trainings tops and shorts are staples year round for train training,” Modell’s said. “The forgiving for someone tryloose fit is great and more fo ing to loose weight. Men’s ccompression short sleeve tops and shorts are great for f the more serious athlete.” part is to wear what’s comThe most important pa being flattering. “Wear comfortable, while still bein fortable work out cclothes that fit properly, support you in the th right places, and have performance attributes to keep the proper perform you cool and dry such as placed ventilathat wick away sweat,” the tion and fabrics th representative added. Modell’s represent wear starts at $20. Modell’s active w located at 1002 Green Acres Modell’s is loca Stream. (516) 825-4455. ModMall in Valley Stre ells.com

Marshall’s From running jackets to beat the elements to durable durabl leggings, Marshall’s offers the essentials essenti in modern styles, to look good while working out. Sonya Cosentini, Marshalls spokesperCosent son noted, “More “Mor than in years past, pieces from running jackets to tops feature color ja and details like ruching, ruffles and pleats. ru Even pants and shorts can be found in bold sh colors.” Although people peo purchase active wear for fitness, Cosentini noted that fitness Cos wear is translating into street wear, too. transla “…This all leads back to the fact that le women are not just wearing these pieces to the gym anymore. They become weekend and loungehave beco well.” wear as w Marshall’s active wear starts at Marsh $20. Marshall’s is located in Bay Ma Bia Brazil, a line Harbour Mall at 345 RockHar of Brazilian Supaway Turnpike in Cedaraw plex clothing at hurst. (516) 239-5100. Missfit Boutique Marshalls.com

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Health, Fitness & Wellness

When it Comes to Getting in Shape, it’s all Personal (Training) on top. You have to eat healthier and cardio vascular exercise.” At Southwest Fitness in Woodmere, personal trainer and owner Michael Stephens, who has now owned the gym for eight years and has 25 years of ﬁtness experience, feels his genuine desire to help people be healthier is what resonates with his clients. “It’s just a matter of the atmosphere and the environment that you provide,” Stephens said. “I’m very concerned about helping people to improve their quality of life. I never really seek the dollar; I believe that you do and enjoy it and the dollar will follow. My motivation is helping others. If I can do that and do that well, then things will work themselves out.” Stephens talked about some of his personal techniques and training background. “Me personally, I have experience in a lot of different modalities,” Stephens said. “Being a group ﬁtness instructor

Text and Photos By JONATHAN WALTER

f you’re looking for some help getting ﬁt, there’s no reason

to leave The Five Towns. A variety of local gyms feature popular personal training staffs that can help you get that lean and mean body that you have been looking for. Ira Frank, owner of Atlantis Personal Training, got into personal training after he started body building in the late 80’s. In 1990 he began working as a personal trainer and opened up his ﬁrst facility in 2000 in Atlantic Beach and three years later opened another location in Hewlett. Ira Frank works out on a machine at his gym, Atlantic Personal Training, in Hewlett.

that people do come in looking for body transformations and they have the misconception as to how that is achieved,” Stephens said. “The average enthusiast will walk into a health club and think that doing cardiovascular work or spending hours on a treadmill is going to be the key to their transformation or their overall body transformation and it’s the furthest thing from the truth. I’m just amazed at how the equipment companies and manufacturers have deceived the average consumer in terms of what’s going to help them change their body. People think it’s all in a magic pill or going on the treadmill and it’s not. What people aren’t realizing is that to really achieve long term, permanent results they have to do resistance training. I think that’s kind of the missing key and the missing link that’s not being conveyed well enough to new enthusiasts when they walk into this type of environment.”

A personal trainer at Atlantic Personal Training works with a customer.

Frank feels a lot of his customer base comes from the quiet and individual atmosphere his facility provides. “There’s no membership fee,” Frank said. “That’s key. Most clubs charge a membership fee in addition to the personal training fee. We’re more of an exclusive place. The only clients who come here are people who are under the supervision of a trainer. So it’s a less intimidating atmosphere than some of the health clubs. For example, some people don’t like to go someplace where there are hundreds of people going and they’re pretty insecure. They like to come to a place where they may be the only client in here at the time. So it’s a less intimidating atmosphere. So that’s what’s different.” Frank also has

a team of 13 certified personal trainers at his gym, giving clients a number of choices. “Every trainer is certified and has mature experience,” Frank said. “I don’t have any kids here. A lot of clubs have kids that are 21, 22. My trainers are 35, 40, 45 and I have a trainer who’s 50. They’re all experienced trainers.” Frank talked about how a good personal training program extends outside of the gym and into how people manage their diet. “Many clients come in with the idea that in order to get rid of their midsection, they have to sit there and do a million sit ups,” Frank said. “You see the infomercials where everyone does different crunches and can buy all of these products. They still do, no matter how much I try to convince them, that is has nothing to do with the size of your belly, they all still want to do a million sit ups. I find that humorous because the purpose of doing a sit up and working the mid section is to build a stronger core and strengthen your back. Aesthetically, you look good in the middle, but unless you start eating healthier, they’re still going to have the weight because not only will they have that layer of fat, but also a layer of muscle

Aliza Katz works with a member at Club Central in Cedarhurst. slash presenter, I’ve had the fortune to train under a lot of different mentors, so to speak. I’ve worked with some ﬁtness companies who do ﬁtness programs at health clubs. I’ve worked as a trainer/educator with these organizations. I guess what makes me unique is that I’ve trained in a lot of different modalities: spin, step, mind and body focuses, Pilates, personal training, you name it, I teach it, I do it, have done it, and that’s kind of what makes me unique.” Stephens cautioned that personal training isn’t just a shortterm thing, but a long term commitment. “I guess what tickles me is

Michael Stephen demonstrates the usage of an exercise ball at his gym, Southwest Fitness, in Woodmere.

Aliza Katz at Club Central in Cedarhurst, has been a personal trainer for the past four years. A former private school principal, she decided to switch career paths and has found her new job more fulfilling. “I just really like to empower everyone,” Katz said. “I think beauty comes from within and taking care of yourself is the whole purpose. You want to be healthy. You want to live a long, healthy life, and you also want to feel good about yourself.” Katz feels the atmosphere at Club Central is what has drawn customers in for the past 15 years. “It’s not intimidating,” Katz said. “It’s a real team environment also. I feel like all my peers and I get along great. I consider them friends and people that we can learn from and share from. We learn from each other. And the members have that. They teach each other’s classes and they know that we can learn from everyone.” Owner of Club Central and fellow personal trainer, Eric Roberts, described one rewarding experience he had. “I had a woman come in my office and I didn’t recognize her. She brought me a teddy bear the size of a human being and had tears in her eyes and handed it to me. I said, ‘What’s this?’ and she said, ‘Eric, if it wasn’t for you when I walked into the gym, convincing me and helping me to join, I never would have lost 40 pounds. I had the best wedding of my life, and I want to thank you.’ So sometimes a lot of times people want to do it, and if we have five people doing it and it changes one out of five’s life, we really had a major impact on someone’s life. That’s really what it’s all about.”

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Health, Fitness & Wellness

Local Dietitian Urges Eating & Dieting Discipline By Scott P. Moore

Standard Staff Reporter

hen it comes to trying to lose weight and maintaining a healthier body and lifestyle, the best option is to get to know yourself and what you consume and take any changes made to your eating slowly, according to one local dietitian. “Our ideology is there are no bad types of food, just bad portions,” said Issac Schulman, owner of Dr. Bo’s Diet Center in Hewlett. He said he found that most patients have a psychological trigger that enables overeating and, therefore, weight gain rather than a popular belief that certain foods by themselves are the root of weight problems.

“Weight loss and management is pretty simple – it’s just a function of simple math,” Schulman said. “If you consume more energy than you use, you’ll gain weight.” He noted that the opposite relationship – using more energy than you consume – promotes the beginnings of weight loss by burning stored up fat deposits in the body. The basal metabolic rate, or basic rate at which a person burns off the energy they have consumed or have stored up, is a key, according to Schulman, to a person understanding how they can lose weight. He suggested that a person looking to lose weight should take a simple piece of advice – do not bite off more than you can chew. “Sometimes patients get fed up

with their weight and go on radical diets and lots of exercising,” he said. “It just sets you up for failure. Take an approach that is more manageable with no huge leaps. It’’ll help you reach that ultimate goal.” He recommended outlining a plan that would be manageable and take dieting in stride rather in large jumps. He added on that subject: “If you bite off more than you can chew, you’ll end up choking... It doesn’t always take radical changes to reach success. Set yourself up for the goal, rather than the failure.” Schulman said the programs at Dr. Bo’s were each specially catered to each patient rather than a generalized plan for all. He said that weight problems were usually rooted to three causes – a phys-

Peaceful Presence Yoga and Massage Studio:

“Our mission is to promote health, vitality and peace” By Amanda Mayo Standard Staff

here are many gyms in the Five Towns where residents can go to stay healthy and get into shape, but for those who may want a different kind of workout experience, there are other options than traditional centers where weight rooms and treadmills reign supreme. Peaceful Presence Yoga and Massage Studio in Cedarhurst is one of these alternatives, where patrons get a full wellness experience for the body and for the mind. Andrew Kahn, owner and director of the studio, said it’s very unique taking yoga at a yoga

Peaceful presence yoga studio. Courtesy of Andrew Kahn. studio, as opposed to a regular club. “When you go to a gym,

it’s not the same experience,” he said. “This is what we do. We do

ical problem, where the body itself is the root cause in producing too much fat; psychological problems, where patients’ eating habits were directly linked with emotional states; and nutritional, where the patients’ daily eating habits are directly impacting their weight and health. “When we understand what it is or what category it ﬁts under, were able to customize a plan that follows a guideline that we’ve customized to the patient’s need based on our analysis,” said Schulman, who said the diet center uses a three step approach beginning with a “jump start” of rapid weight loss. “This gets their attention. It has to be safe and help them in preparing for phase two, a metabolic phase. This helps by resetting metabo-

yoga and we do it right.” Kahn said he started his business about six years ago, and now there are more than 25 classes a week at his studio on Central Avenue. “We are very good for people who are stressed and are just looking to deal with that stress,” Kahn said. He spoke of inﬂexibility problems that come along with daily activities, such as driving and working at a computer. At the end of a long day, practicing yoga can help relieve these problems, increasing strength, ﬂexibility and good circulation. “Our mission is to promote health, vitality and peace,” Kahn said of his studio. Yoga classes, massage therapy and facials are all available at Peaceful Presence Yoga. For more information on the studio, you can visit their website at http://www.peacefulpresence.com/. “The same spirit is in all of us,” Kahn said, “A natural kindness, patience, compassion and love. The studio holds a place for that spirit here in town.”

lism at an appropriate rate.” The third step, he said, is helping the patient learn how to keep weight off. “We expect results quickly these days, so we help that by showing it and then help them keep it off,” he said. “The nutritional phase is an educational phase on how to keep that weight off.” Schulman noted, however, there are certain foods he calls “a dual problem” – those with high starch carbohydrates or sugar in them, which breakdown into glucose in the body and increase insulin levels. “It creates an elevated feel-

ing called a ‘sugar high,’ then the levels drop and then the body craves it,” he said. “Then the portions get out of control – we crave sweets or starches. Even if we maintain the right portions, it still gets out of control. When portions get out of control, we see what happens.” He noted, however, that simply knowing how your body reacts to these foods is an easy way overcoming the “addiciton” and achieving weight loss. “When we have a better understanding, we can recognize that the small changes we make can have a huge impact on our health.”

Dr. Bo’s Diet Center is located in Hewlett at 1800 Rockaway Avenue. The center can be reached on the phone at 1-888-929-3726 or the company’s website at www.drbosdiet.com.

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n 2006 Steven Myers realized children were spending too much time playing video games and not getting sufficient exercise for their developing bodies, he decided to do something about it. Fitwize 4 Kids located in Cedarhurst is a fitness facility that specializes in fitness exclusively for children. Its state of the art facility has both strength training and cardio equipment built and engineered exclusively for children. There are programs for boys and girls from ages 3 up to 15. Classes range from Hip Hop, Zumba to Sports Agility Training along with supervised circuit training and

much more. Many adult gyms try programs for children however we specialize in children’s fitness. We live and breathe kids fitness. There are many different membership options available. We will work out a program to fit each individual childs needs. Our goal is to get as many children to enjoy and understand the importance exercising. This will put them on the right path to become healthy adults. Fitwize 4 Kids 83 Columbia Ave Cedarhurst NY 11516 516 837 0971 Fitwizeny.com

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Health, Fitness & Wellness

First Comes Love, Then Comes Marriage, Then Comes Dr. Bo’s Diet By Alana M. Bell

hen you talk to Tracey and Dean P., of Long Island you think that they are just like any other couple, that is until you realize that you are entirely wrong. They are not like every couple; they are not even like most couples. They are so adorably in love that you might easily assume that their decade old nuptials took place just yesterday. “We really are best friends,” explains Dean. “And we love doing things together,” Tracey ﬁnishes the sentence for him. It’s seriously hard not to love them. When they ﬁrst tied the knot back in 2001, they were in love and in shape. “I weighed about 160-165 at our wedding,” explains Dean who ballooned up to 225 pounds at his heaviest. “All of a sudden you are that big and you are doing nothing.” Their premarital weight gain is about the only thing that makes Dean and

Tracey an average American couple. Married couples gain an average of 15-30 pounds in the first five years of marriage alone and often more in the years that follow. Tracey had also gained, despite regular exercise, from her wedding weight of 135 to her highest weight of 187. When asked about any other diets they have tried, the couple laughs. Tracey clarified that they, “have tried every program out there except Jenny Craig I think. We didn’t get to that one.” As they recall their former overweight selves, it is clear that Tracey and Dean at least have a sense of humor about what they didn’t find funny at the time. “We were not happy being fat,” said Tracey, although its hard to imagine these two being anything other than happy. “We really just like being together and eating and going out to eat was our favorite pastime,” Dean begins. “We are our own best friends and our own worst

enemies,” Tracey concludes. Although their weight had jumped significantly, the couple never admitted defeat. “Every so often we would just say to each other, ‘I feel really fat lets do Weight Watchers.’ Then a few months later we would repeat that cycle,” Tracey explained. “We always gained it back really quickly.” That was until they tried Dr. Bo’s Diet in Hewlett, NY, a medically based weight loss program that was started by Dr. Bo Rosenblat, a board certified physician. Rosenblat’s program utilizes a three-phase approach beginning with rapid weight loss, followed by resetting the patients’ metabolism and finally educating the patient on how to keep the weight off for good. Since each patient has different needs and goals, all of Rosenblat’s programs are custom tailored to the meet their specific needs. So what made Dr. Bo’s Diet different than other diets the couple had tried? “One thing is the

rapid weight loss,” Tracey offers. “That is one of the best parts! Any other program you’re down maybe 1-2 pounds per week, here its 5-10 pounds.” The weight came off so quickly in fact, that Dean adds, “we were losing weight so fast we never bothered buying new clothes!” The staff was also a big factor in their experience. Tracey recalls one instance where she “literally called ﬁve times in a row with questions and every time they were genuinely happy to talk to me. They really are there to help you and you feel like everyone really cares. You can literally call them 100 times. The staff is amazing.” Another bonus for the pair was that they never felt “cranky or hungry” like on previous diets and in fact felt “more and more energetic.” Doing the program together made the experience that much better explains Dean, “We like doing things together. It used to be eating together but we re-

ally motivate each other. Doing it together makes it so much easier. It’s not like you come home and she’s eating a Big Mac.” Tracey agrees, “We never like to tell each other ‘no.’ We would just say ‘have it later’ and by the time later comes you don’t care about eating it anymore.” And although they have been on their own for several weeks the couple isn’t repeating their old cycle. “We would lose weight but gain it all back. Dr. Bo’s [Diet] teaches you what to eat and how to make better choices. Right off the bat you are eating real food, not shakes and bars, so once you are on your own it all just comes naturally. The diet just makes sense,” Dean surmises. The couple feels that while other programs sugar coat weight loss, at Dr. Bo’s they customize your program and tell you the

truth. “We had to learn that we can’t eat everything. Other programs say you can eat what you want as long as you count it up. We learned what our trigger foods are, and how to stay on track,” says Tracey. And that’s exactly what they’re doing offers Dean, “Dr. Bo’s Diet really changed us. We still go out to eat, and we still enjoy eating. But we know that if we have one big meal that means we have to be more careful with our other food choices for the next couple of days.” Their joint weight loss also opened up new hobbies for the couple besides eating out. “Dean is just much more active,” says Tracey. He never used to take walks with me and now he does. He’s really supportive.” Now that these two are back to their prewedding weight the couple plans on staying there – together.

Dr. Bo Rosenblat is a board-certiﬁed medical doctor with ofﬁce locations in Hewlett, Great Neck, Brooklyn and Manhattan. For more information about Dr. Bo’s Diet, please call 516-284-8248.

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Healthy, Hearty Autumn Soup that’s a Meal unto Itself By Shira Moskowitz Special to The Standard

f all the seasons fall is my favorite. Unfortunately before you turn around and your bodies are able to adjust to that crisp brisk weather, we slide right into the ﬁrst frost. As a native Californian, I ﬁnd it very hard to get comfortable with East Coast temperatures but one amazing advantage to

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The property is selling for $599,000 with annual taxes of $14,972. Details: A colonial-style home, built in 1950, with a private driveway and attached garage, eat-in-kitchen, den and attic. The property has a front porch and back patio. Contact: Prudential Douglas Elliman Real Estate, Ronnie Gerber at (516) 623-4500

ON THE MARKET 745 Dumont Pl., North Woodmere:

Details: A ranch-style home, built in 1951, on a beautiful corner property. The home has an open layout, with wood ﬂoors and plenty of room for the buyer to make additions, like space for a pool. Contact: Morton Haves Realty, Valerie Hirsch at (516) 374-0100

1619 Ridgeway Dr., Hewlett: Stats: A lot size of 6,900 square feet. The home features nine rooms, with five bedrooms and four-and-a-half bathrooms. The property is selling for $699,000 with annual taxes of $11,459. Details: A colonial-style home, built in 1961, with a full finished basement, spacious rooms and in-ground pool. The house has an eat-in-kitchen, large formal living room and a den with a fireplace. Contact: Pugatch Realty, Donna Galinsky and Lenny Bobrow at (516) 295-3000

847 Ivy Hill Rd., Woodsburgh:

Stats: A lot size of 34,333 square feet. The home features 11 rooms, with six bedrooms and three bathrooms. The property is selling for $979,000. Details: A ranch-style home, built in 1954, with a newly updated granite eat-in-kitchen and appliances. The home features spacious rooms and a water view. It has wood and marble ﬂoors, and a full basement with high ceilings. Contact: Jan Kalman Realty, Jan Kalman at (516) 569-5651

381 Everit Ave., Hewlett: Stats: A lot size of 23,405 square feet. The home features six bedrooms and three bathrooms. The property is selling for $799,000.

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261 Channon Road, Hewlett Harbor

A colonial-style home with 11 rooms, seven bedrooms and ﬁve full bathrooms. A lot size of 2,903 square feet. Year built: 1962. The home sold on November 1st for $650,000.

A ranch-style home with eight rooms, three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. A lot size of 9,020 square feet. Year built: 1950. The home sold on November 3rd for $635,000.

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An expanded ranch-style home with 10 rooms, ﬁve bedrooms and two full bathrooms. A lot size of 6,000 square feet. Year built: 1955. The home sold on November 2nd for $590,000.

A colonial-style home with eight rooms, three bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms. A lot size of 4,000 square feet. Year built: 1928. The home sold on November 8th for $455,000.

Stats: A lot size of 8,000 square feet. The home is 2,320 square feet with seven rooms, three bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms.

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SKIP PROGRAM The Kulanu Center for Special Services will be holding an introductory SKIP Program (Shabbos Kulanu Inclusion Program) this Saturday. Professional staff from Kulanu, shadows and community teens will staff the event, which consists of supervised activities like Parsha of the week, board games, athletics and snack with a connection to the community. Children of all ages are welcome. The free pilot program begins on November 12th at 1:30 p.m. Regular programming begins in December and runs thru June for 20 sessions. Regular fees run from $25$30 per child/per session plus Kulanu membership fees.

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flats? Something not to be overlooked (4,3,3,5) I burn out in academic post (5) Oil spilled in Baltic run (9) Revolutionary general left a lot still imprisoned (9) Explanation of grand failure (5)

PANCAKES FOR PARKINSON’S The Epstein family of Hewlett Neck is hosting a community event featuring pancakes, other food, raffles, music by a DJ and more. All proceeds will benefit the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Disease Research. Children from the area have participated in a tshirt contest to create a design that will represent the event. The winning design will be unveiled at the event and money from t-shirt sales will also benefit the foundation. The event will be held from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Congregation Sons of Israel, 111 Irving Place, Woodmere. There is a $10 donation entry. For further information, please call (516) 2954686. CONCERT FOR LI HUNGER RELIEF A free concert by The Harmonious Choir, under the direction of Vincent Liu, will take place at the Lutheran Church of the In-

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carnation. It is suggested that a non-perishable food item be donated, and a free will offering will be held to benefit The INN and the New Life Center (Lutheran Social Services). The concert and hunger drive will be held at the Lutheran Church of The Incarnation, 411 Bayview Avenue, Cedarhurst.

Best Deals for Kids at Denny’s From now until Sunday, November 13, customers can save 40 percent to 70 percent off of fall, winter and basic merchandise through out the store. For girls, they can have fun with their clothing with Kathy’s Clown girls’ novelty tees that are 40 percent off ticketed price. With tie-dye designs, peace signs, and sparkles, kids can let their individuality shine. For boys, selected Nike apparel is 40 percent off. From shirts with sport-inspired emblems to basic shirts and pants, the

Monday, November 14th ETGAR/CHALLENGE SPORTS A sports challenge event for special needs children will be held at the JCC of the Greater Five Towns. Special needs children, ages four and five, are invited to participate in the event, which will focus on the importance of good sportsmanship, playing fairly and it will also concentrate on improving the children’s motor and communication skills. The event will be held on Mondays from 3:30 p.m.–5:15 p.m. at the JCC of the Greater Five Towns, 207 Grove Avenue, Cedarhurst. To pre-register for this weekly event, call Gayle Fremed at (516) 569-6733 ext. 211.

Wednesday, November 16th

Nike apparel for boys at Denny’s

HEWLETT-WOODMERE MUSIC DEPARTMENT PRESENTS: THE WIZARD OF OZ A theatrical version of the popular 1939 film will take place at George W. Hewlett High School for four consecutive nights, beginning on November 16th. The play starts at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday, 8:00 p.m. on Friday, 2:00 p.m. on Saturday afternoon and 7:00 p.m. Saturday evening. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for students and seniors. To order tickets call (516) 792-4808.

Nike boys apparel guarantees effortless school style. Denny’s is located at 680 Central Avenue in Cedarhurst. (516) 2950946. Dennyschildrenswear.com

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On August 1st, Nassau residents will head to the polls to vote on a $400 million bond issue that would allow for the construction of a new sports arena at the current location of the Nassau Coliseum, this would be the new home for the New York Islanders. However, the general consensus is that the average Five Towner hasn’t even heard of the plan on the special election. The plan would keep the team in the county through 2045 under the deal, as well as provide a new venue for concerts and other events. The bond also calls for the construction of a baseball stadium that would be home to an Atlantic League of Professional Baseball team. Nassau County’s Ofﬁce of Legislative Budgeting says the plan will cost the average Nassau County homeowner on a property worth $400,000, about $58 per year, however County Executive Ed Mangano has projected that the plan will cost tax payers an average

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Peninsula Hospital Center in Far Rockaway is in a “deep financial crisis,” and may soon have to close if no solution is reached. “Peninsula has been struggling financially for several years prior to its sponsorship by MediSys, the Queens and Brooklyn based network that has attempted to make Peninsula financially viable in the current difficult economic market… Without a long-term solution that puts Peninsula Hospital

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Paddling ducks patrol the shoreline at Willow Pond in Hewlett

No Solutions in Sight for Plane Noise TEXT AND PHOTOS BY SCOTT P. MOORE Representatives from the FAA and JFK Airport assured residents and local government ofﬁcials action was being taken to try and alleviate air trafﬁc noise at a Monday evening meeting of the Town-Village Aircraft Safety and Noise Abatement Committee (TVASNAC) in Lawrence Village Hall.

“This is not a rehash of the previous meeting,” noted TVASNAC executive director Kendall Lampkin, calling the meeting a “part two” instead. He clarified TVASNAC was not a lobbying group, but rather a sounding board for both residents and officials to discuss solutions. “We reemphasized what the criteria for runway selection are,” noted David Siewart, Air Traffic Manager at the JFK Air

Inwood resident Nancy Manara thought it was “the end of the world” when planes were taking off continuously over her home.

Traffic Control Tower. The criteria are, in order, as follows — availability, wind and weather, and operational efficiency. He said surveys were being taken to make sure that officials follow the standards and procedures in place to keep noise levels down. A single-noise reaction committee, suggested at last month’s meeting by Lampkin, was

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Center on the path to ﬁscal recovery, an organized closure may be the only option,” they said. Neighboring hospital, St, John’s Episcopal is preparing in the event that Peninsula does close. “We are very saddened and concerned by Peninsula’s situation,” said Nelson Toebbe, CEO of St. John’s in a statement. “Peninsula has been a valuable resource to this community for decades. We have been aware for some time of the ﬁnancial challenges Peninsula faces and we have both short-term and long-term plans in place to care for Peninsula patients who wish to use our services.” In preparation, St. John’s said in a statement that once the state approves their expansion plans, they will start increasing the capacity of the emergency room, ambulatory care, surgery, intensive care and in-patient facilities, Toebbe said. St. Johns may also hire Peninsula employees if Peninsula closes. They number of employees hired will vary, but it could be 250 employees, nursing staff in particular. “We will do our best to be

BY SCOTT P. MOORE

Standard Staff Reporter

Trinity-St. John’s Episcopal Church, a parish with an unmistakeable landmark house of worship on Broadway in Hewlett, recently celebrated its 175th anniversary. “We are acknowledging the legacy given to us,” said Reverend Owen Thompson, Rector of the parish for the last six years. “We are looking, not only at the past, but the present and the future.” Thompson said the anniversary was signiﬁcant for his con-

gregation especially due to the changes in both the demographics of the local area, especially with many churches closing, and how people perceive God in their everyday lives. “We are here to stay… and there’s much we want to continue to do for the next 175 years.” Trinity Church was founded on May 3rd, 1836 as Trinity Chapel, a mission of St. George’s Church in Hempstead. The chapel itself would be erected and completed a year later on May 8th when it was consecrated by the Bishop of the Diocese of New

York. The chapel, moved 100 feet north of its original location during the 1870’s to make room for the current church, now serves as the home of Trinity Church’s ofﬁces, school, and social events. The chapel would separate from St. George’s in 1844 and be called Trinity Church, Rockaway. In May 1878, the current church building would open its doors for the growing population of the area. In 1978, Trinity Church would merge with Far Rockaway’s St. John’s Church to form Trinity-St. John’s Church, due to decreased attendance and ﬁnan-

An ode to the 70’s complete with wide leg pants, brick reds, browns, and terracottas are how Lonny’s Buyer, Ellie Bonaiuto envisions fall fashion. “It’s kind of re-inventing the 70’s. The ﬂare and the wide leg pant are very important, denim especially. Corduroys have made a big comeback.” Corduroys are now more than just a childhood memory, Bonauito explained. “It’s deﬁnitely reminiscent of being 13 again,” she said

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laughing. “But, they ﬁt amazing. It’s a lau pant pa for everyone. Half the battle is getting ti women to try it on, but oncee they do, d they love it. It’s about how you u put the t look together to bring it into o current times.” Other must-haves include the leather Ponte pant, and a parka (which which Bonauito explains as a light jackacket with a touch of fur which iss “yummy”). As for tops, the more shoulders, the better. “There are still a lot of tops that are one shoulder, cold shoulder, or a cutt out sleeve. Plus, nobody has bad ad shoulders. It’s a way of showing wing enough skin to be sexy without ut being self conscious.” Tops and pants at Lonny’s start at $48. • Lonny’s is located at 1312 Broadoadway in Hewlett. (516) 569-4884. Lonnys.com. com.

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Sheryl David Sh Leggings are essential, and vests embelLeg mbellished with fur are the best way to make ke a statement this fall. Sheryl David Managstate anagDiane Lipton explained, “ Leggingss are er, D always important because it pairs peralw fectly with peoples’ boots. Women spend pend a lot of money on their high boots, so they something tight to get the look.” need som Besides footwear, Lipton suggested pairing ring leggings with a long sweater and scarf. “A great reat cashmere sweater works with leggings oversized cash ings and tight jeans. It works with everything,” Lipton ton that for chillier days, a sweater blazerr is said. She noted tha without being too stiff or heavy. Sweata unique touch with attrousers and jeans start at $110, vests start ers start at $82, trouser art at a $100, and belts and sscarves start at $30. To minimize shopping in excess, Lipton emphasized the impieces. “Always try and think is it going portance of focusing on pie ing to make my wardrobe better? Is it going to add to it? “ • Sheryl David is located at 1584 Broadway in Hewlett. (516) 2951412.

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Wide-leg trousers from Beyond Vintage at Sheryl David’s

For a perfect ﬁrst day outﬁt, pair cuffed grey trouser shorts (($19.80) ($ 19.80) paired with knee-highs or tights, a feminine peasant ttop to p and some Oxfords. Forever 21 is located in The G een Acres Mall in Valley Gr Green Stream. (516) 256-0700.

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Glitz and glam minidresses from Heartloom at Flirt boutique

bit up. Give it a little extra.” A couple of practice swings and a putt later, the ball sinks into the hole with a stereotypical “plunk.” “Nice putt, Jim!” said Sable, as he put the ﬂag back in, collected Marigotta and friends’ golf clubs and headed to the next hole. “Thanks,” said a grinning Marigotta before stepping off to the side to let his friend Paul Amttie take his shot. “Golf runs in my stepfather’s blood,” Sable explained. His stepfather, Cameron Wood, is the one of the country club’s pros on staff. “He takes me out here sometimes and gives me lessons. I’d like to be good at this some day.” Sable said his stepfather got him his position at Inwood to help him make money during high school. Now after completing his undergraduate studies and moving on to earn a Master’s in special education, Sable caddies to earn extra money Caddy Jon Sable helps a golfer aim up his putt on the third hole.

What the Well-Dressed Student Will Be Wearing This Fall BY SUSAN VARGHESE

Flirt

A Day in the Life of a Local Golf Caddy

A golf ball rests on the green no less than five feet from the hole, on a barely noticeable hill which is tormenting its owner from putting it in its final resting place. Jimmy Margiotta, a food services business owner from Long Beach, is crouched down staring at the slight incline, using his putter for leverage. A slight frown appeared on his face before he stands up. “Jon!” he called out. “What do you think? Slightly uphill, right?” A young man donning a green pull-over vest atop a white polo and khaki shorts jogs over from where he was holding the hole’s flag marker and crouches down where Margiotta had been a moment before. He observes it and squints for a moment as the sun bakes the course. “Oh yeah,” says Jon Sable, his golf caddy for the day, with a quick smile and light pat to Marigotta’s back. Sable is a 22 year old graduate student at Manhattanville College and has been a golf caddy at Inwood Country Club for six years. “That’s just a

Going Back to School in Style

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cial strains for both houses of worship. The former St. John’s Church, also called Trinity Chapel, is now owned by Beth-El Temple Church of God in Christ and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The church itself is gothic in design and features a trademark large spire atop the building, with white siding and a large ﬂower-like glass window facing out towards Broadway. It was designed by architect Josiah Cleveland Cady of New York City A stained glass window shows Trinity Church’s history as of 1936.

ur vests, and oversized sweaters in brick reds, blacks, and jewel tones are just some of the trends that fashion-forward female Five Towners will be wearing this season. Fur seems to reign as the top trend among local stores like Lonny’s, Flirt, and Sheryl David. Contrary to popular belief, however, fur doesn’t have to be a splurge; faux-fur capelets and vests are practical, chic, and versatile. Using accessories like a waist-cinching belt or layering a sweater underneath makes it flattering for nearly everyone. When it comes to showing skin, less is more, but off-the-shoulder tops and dresses with open-backs will add a touch of allure without giving too much away. Fitted cardigans have been traded in for chunky sweaters, leaving prim and proper styles in the past for a more relaxed and bohemian look. Leggings and a good pair of jeans are fundamental, but options like leather leggings and flared jeans create more interesting looks. Corduroys are an emerging trend rising in popularity, and some buyers, like at Lonny’s, swear that the impeccable fit make it a must-have.

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By Scott P. Moore

Standard Staff Reporter

Fur vests from Heartloom at Flirt boutique

A knitted poncho at Flirt boutique

In the world of dresses and flirty casual wear, black is back, lace is in, and fur is taking over. “Start with a little fur vest, layered with a bulky sweater, and finish it with a belt,” advised buyer and stylist, Maria Danca. To transition a summer piece into fall, like a long and whimsical maxi skirt, pair it with a sweater or leather jacket, Danca said. Emeralds, sapphires, and deep purples are this season’s go-to colors. The jewel tones and a touch of sequins or beads are just the right amount of glitz, according to Danca. “No matter what figure you have, a safe dress is a beaded dress because it’s forgiving of figure flaws.” As far as lengths and cuts go, Danca noted that a micro-mini only really works for beaded dress, but a dress hitting right above the knee is sophisticated and classic. High necklines and open backs in dresses add flair without going too over the top, Danca said. The average price of tops and dresses are $98-$398. “Buy the navy or black dress, or a beautiful silk top,” Danca added. “They last. Invest in classic pieces and add trend with an accessory.” Flirt was opened a little over a year ago by owner, Carla Haynes. Danca is previously the owner of The Strapless Dress boutique in Lynbrook. “Flirt is a place you come for a special occasion, for a birthdress,” Danca said. day dress, party dress, date dress, “It’s a more going out look. We have a few long, formal gowns, too.” • Flirt is located at 5 Franklin Avenue in Hewlett. (516) 295-0206. Flirtfabulous. com.

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Lawrence Rumbles Through Hewlett 62-32

Fur, Flare, Sequins and Sweaters Set the Styles BY SUSAN VARGHESE

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ack to school signals much more than class and homework, it’s also the perfect time to start fresh with a new fall wardrobe. From polka dots to fringes and hoodies, there are a few new back-to-school looks that are essential for everyone from elementary to high school.

Max & Gino’s

Denny’s At Denny’s, guys have some unique options to stand out on the ﬁrst day of school. “Volcom sweatshirts are very big. There’s over a hood that also zips ov ver their such face and boys get su uch a kick out of it and nd love it,” Ma Mann Sherri ager, Sher errii Aside said. Asid de

A loose and effortless t-shirt paired with a touch of fringe from Max & Gino’s Kitty shirts ($17-$20), pencil skirts and leggings. Denny’s is located at 680 Central Avenue in Cedarhurst. (516) 2950946.

Parka with a touch of fur at Lonny’s

Forever 21 This season, think short shorts and sky-high knee-highs. According to Forever 21 representative, Lindsay Buckler, it’s the perfect time to cross-traditional style

from Volcom sweatshirts, basic shirts from Adidas and Nike are a viable option. For shorts, Flow Society ($32) is the hottest trend for boys, Sherri added. “They’ve never had such fun shorts before. There’s so used to the same colors — navy and

Collegiate styles with a little spunk from Forever 21

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Flow Society shorts and a vest from Denny’s

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Despite Close Call, Lawrence Runs Away to Victory Skinny jeans paired

ors and prints, so it’s something different for them.” For toddler boys and ages four to seven, super hero shirts ($20-$35) featuring Superman and Batman are the most popular. Grey and black are prominent colors for girls this fall. Sweaters and fur vets, and fringes and Aztec printed shirts are likely to ﬂood the

boundaries. “It is all layering ring in polka dots, plaids and stripes with collegiate te pieces. We are obsessed ssed with adding a masculine culine ﬂair to everything; g; Oxfords and printed bow ties and bowlerr hats are our favorite way to accessories for the season!” !”

with loose-fitting shirts with Aztec style designs are in, assistant manager Josie Sorbara explained. “A great first day outfit would be a printed

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32 Lawrence in the third quarter, the Golden Tornadoes’ offense suddenly reawoke and scored 27 unanswered points to the relief of worried fans and leading the

team to a 62-32 win over Five

Hewlett’s (#6) Sam Martorella cannot keep Lawrence’s Tyler Fredericks (#3) from running down the field in the second half.

Heartbreaking End to Bulldogs’ Football Season school halls, Sherri noted. However, basic must-haves are pencil skirts ($22-$60) that can be paired with printed wide-dolman sleeved tops, and Sugar lips tank tops, which are a necessity for layering. In accessories, “feathers, feathers and more feathers!” Sherri said. Soda pop bracelets and slap watches are a colorful and youthful way to add some life to any outﬁt. For younger girls, Sherri advised to stock up on the Hello

By Jonathan Walter

Standard Staff Reporter

Looks from The Children’s Place

Hewlett running back Jeremy Leguillow bounces off of a defender as he makes his way toward the end zone for a touchdown.

Photo by Jonathan Walter

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Late Night Humor

The Best of This Week’s Post 11pm Wit

SNEAK New on TV

Jimmy Fallon

David Letterman

Conan O’Brien

Jay Leno

“Political experts say that if Greece goes under, the world banks will go under, and then the U.S. economy will go under, and this will cost president Obama the election. But Obama still has three chances to win: Rick Perry, Mitt Romney, and Herman Cain.”

Chinese President Hu Jintao from the #1 spot on Forbes’ list of the world’s most powerful people. It was awkward—Obama wanted to buy a copy of the magazine, but he had to borrow ﬁve bucks from Hu Jintao.”

–Jay Leno

“Congress was hard at work yesterday. They voted 396-9 to reafﬁrm ‘In God We Trust’ as our national motto. I still don’t know why we would trust God after what he did to Kim Kardashian and Kris.”

“One of the Herman Cain women was paid $35,000 and another was paid $45,000, so he’s saying it just proves he can create high-paying jobs for women. I’d like to see the women and ﬁnd out what the $10,000 difference was.”

–Jay Leno “Herman Cain was unaware that China is a nuclear power. And I said to myself, ‘Hey, Herman, how about making an unwanted advance on a history book?’”

–David Letterman “Forget president — this guy could be premier of Italy.”

–David Letterman “This week, Mitt Romney’s campaign sent out automated phone calls saying that Rick Perry is too soft on immigration. Yeah, the call was like, ‘For English, press one. Para Español, go talk to your buddy Rick Perry.’”

–Jimmy Fallon “President Obama just went to the G20 summit to give Europe advice on its debt crisis. Wait, Europe’s getting economic advice from Obama? That’s like J.Lo getting marriage advice from Kim Kardashian.”

PREVIEW

Friday, November 11 Green Lantern: The Animated Series: CARTOON NETWORK 7:00 p.m. From Warner Bros. Animation comes an animated series based upon the highly popular DC Comics super hero, Green Lantern. Hal Jordan, Earth’s

Green Lantern, ﬁnds himself on the Guardian Frontier, where he faces an invasion by the evil Red Lantern Corps., who have sworn to destroy the Green Lantern Corps. and everything they stand for. Tune in to watch Hal team up with his friend, the alien Kilowog, and an all-new group of heroes on a mission to protect Guardian Space.

–Jimmy Fallon

–Jimmy Kimmel “The Statue of Liberty just turned 125. When France ﬁrst gave her to us, Mayor Bloomberg was only in his second term.”

–Conan O’Brien “Governor Christie wants to extend the seven train to New Jersey. When asked what’s wrong with the Lincoln Tunnel, Christie said, ‘You try squeezing through that thing.’”

George Clooney and Shailene Woodley in The Descendants

Hal Jordan, the Green Lantern in Green Lantern: The Animated Series

Thursday, November 17

uniquely American way of life.

Big Shrimpin’: HISTORY 10:00 p.m. Big Shrimpin’ is an eight-part miniseries that follows a group of employees from Dominick’s Seafood, Dominick Ficarino’s successful seafood business in Bayou La Batre, Alabama. The captain and crews of three of Dominick’s boats are ﬁlmed over the course of several months, showing what it takes to catch shrimp. The crews sometimes work for 48 hours straight for 40 days at a time, battling treacherous weather, injuries, equipment problems and more all to try and preserve the industry of shrimping: a

New in Movies Friday, November 11 Jack and Jill: Rated PG. Adam Sandler and Katie Holmes star in this holiday comedy. Jack (Sandler), a family man, has a highly successful job, a great family, a beautiful wife (Holmes) and even more reasons to be thankful around the holiday season, but he always dreads the coming of Thanksgiving because

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–Conan O’Brien “The New York Mets are planning to move the walls of Citi Field in order to increase the number of homeruns they hit. Call me old fashioned but isn’t that what steroids are for?”

–Conan O’Brien

–Jimmy Fallon

“All Herman Cain’s woman trouble started when he was head of the National Restaurant Association, the NRA. He has 3 women accusing him. I think it’s like carry-on luggage. You should only be allowed 2.”

“President Obama bumped

–David Letterman

Pinatas is a Big Hit for Mexican in Hewlett Piñatas in Hewlett is bringing affordable Mexican food to The Five Towns. With no item on their menu exceeding $10 and an open-faced kitchen where you can see your food being cooked, Piñatas is good place to go for locals who want quality Mexican food that doesn’t break the bank. The restaurant is the second in a chain of restaurants, the first of which has been open in Bethpage for seven years, leading to the opening of the Hewlett location eight months ago. “We’ve only had good responses so

MOVIE LISTINGS Because of Veteran’s Day falling out on this Friday, November 11th, The Standard went to press a day early. As a consequence, movie listings may be incomplete in our print edition. For complete and updated movie listings, please visit our website at www.standardli.com and click on “Movie Listings” under the “News and Features” tab.

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far,” Manager Mike Kahen said. “Everything is done fresh here.” “We make a Tostada steak salad ($9.50), which we put in a tortilla bowl,” Kahen said. “It comes with greens, guacamole and sour cream.” They also make popular quesadillas ($5.85 for just cheese) that comes with melted Jack cheese, large flour tortillas, guacamole, sour cream and Pico de Gallo sauce. In the middle of the store is a salsa bar for all dishes, which come with free chips and salsa.

Tostada Salad with steak Piñatas is located at 1326 Peninsula Boulevard in Hewlett. They are open Monday through Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., and Sunday from 12:00 p.m. till 8:00 p.m. To place an order for pickup or delivery ($15 minimum) call (516) 341-0400 or visit them online at pinatasmexicangrill.com

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CLASSIFIED Help Wanted

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Looking for personable individual to work on development and expansion for non-profit organization. Must have great writing and communication skills, bachelor’s degree. E-mail resume: F.Kopel@humancareservices.org Administrator: for residential setting. Strong leadership qualities, organizational skills, supervisory experience, experience working with the developmentally delayed preferred. Competitive salary, benefits. E-mail resume: F.Kopel@humancareservices.org General Studies Teacher: 5 Towns Area Boys’ Yeshiva seeking middle school teacher for ‘11’12 school year. M-TH from 2:00- 4:30. Please send your resume to teachersearch11@gmail. com Physical Therapy Assistant: (PT/FT) for a Physical therapy office in Five Towns. If interested please call 516-650-5756 Secretary/Bookkeeper: Everyday P/T. Must know Quickbooks & Quickbooks Payroll. You should be friendly and organized. Salary neg. Office in Hewlett. Fax resume to 516-812-7607

Heart of Hewlett Harbor, 6BR, 3.5Bth Exp Ranch,Listening to All Offers All Offers. $949K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett Harbor: Elegant & Grand 5 BR, 4.5 Bth Split,Over 1/2 Acre Prop, Poss M/D/Permits......$999 PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett Harbor: BOATERS DREAM HOME! Diamond Waterfront Contemporary, 6 BR, 5.5 Bth, Open Floor Plan, SD#14...$2,495M PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett Harbor: Balin Expanded Ranch On Beautiful Corner Property. Plenty Of Room For A Pool. 6 Bed, 3 Full Baths, Great Open Layout, Cac, Wood Flrs, In Desirable Waverly/Lynbrook School District. TLC $799,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Hewlett Harbor: Extremely motivated – Price reduced Spacious 5 Bedroom Home With A Brand New Granite Kitchen Incl. New Appliances And Gorgeous Bar In Den. House Is Done To The Nines.. Includes A Heated Pool W Lovely Patio. New Roof, Cac, Alarm And Updated Windows - Walking Distance To The Waverly Park School - Part Of The Lynbrook School District. This Is Your Quintessential ‘Move In Condition’ Home. $925,000 MORTON HAVES 516374-0100 Hewlett Neck: New construction located on spectacular 1/2 acre lot. 6BR, 2-story entrance foyer, 9’ ceiling $1M+ SOUTH SHORE ESTATES 516-569-4980 Hewlett Neck: 1/2 acre, buildable lot, for sale $750K SOUTH SHORE ESTATES 516-569-4980 Hewlett Neck: FIRST TIME ON Market! Great Opportunity! 5 BR,3 Bth Exp Ranch w/ Full Bsmt on 3/4 Acres. Needs TLC..$799K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett Neck: Move Right Into This Mint 6BR, 4.5Bth Country Style Dutch Colonial, Full Fin Bsmt, Near All, SD#14......$1,550M PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett Neck: Traditional CH Col on an Acre with Tennis Ct. 6 BR, 5.55 Updtd Bths, Crown Moldings,HW Flrs....$1,650M PRUDENTIAL 516238-4299 Hewlett Neck: 100 Feet Of Deep Water Front Property. Dockage. Sunny Southern Exposure For 250 Sq Ft Brick Outdoor Dining Patio. Quiet & Private With Secluded Views. Spa Area On Os Deck. Gamins Greenhouse Eik. Tile And Oak Flooring. White Cedar Shingles 5 In To Weather. $1,349,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Hewlett Neck: Colonial, 6Br, 4.5Bth, 1.17 Acre of Park Like Property, Finished Basement, Lots of Storage, SD#14…….$1.499M VI PROPERTIES 516-791-1313 Hewlett Neck: Contemporary, 6Br, 5.5Bth, Waterfront, Limestone Living Rm, Waterfalls, Fireplace, ¾ Acre of property, SD#14…..$2.199M VI PROPERTIES 516-791-1313 Hewlett Neck: Charming Col, lge prop, 5 br $1.1M MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-5695110 Hewlett Park: Spac Apt w/lg entry & fabulous bonus rm. private terrace. $225,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Inwood: Immaculate 3BR Colonial, Fin Bsmt, Encl. Porch, O/S Property...$329.9K PUGATCH REALTY 516-295-3000 Inwood: 4 br move in condition,$368K MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Inwood: Free standing mixed use bldg, 2 stores 2 apts, parking lot $599K MILKY FORST PROPERTIES 516-239-0306 Lawrence: True Center Hall on 1/2 Acre property w/inground Pool. 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Lr,Fdr, Den/fireplace. Asking $1,250,000. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 Lawrence: FIRST TIME ON MARKET! 4 BR,3 Bth Spacious Split on Beaut Prop w/ IG Htd Pool..$999K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Lawrence: 4 BR, 3 Bth Split in Estates Area on Over 1/2 Acre w/ IG Pool,.. $1,100,000, Rent $5000 PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Lawrence: Completely Renovated Home Over An Acre Of Private Land.10 Bedrooms, Granite Eik Opens To Large Den.Great For Having Family And Friends Over.Os Lr,Os Dr,Granite And Marble Floors.Mst Suite Has Sitting Room. Walk In Closrts,Powder Area Luxury Bath.Radiant Heat In Kitchen And Bathrooms.Indoor Gas Bbq In House. Large Sunroom. Rentable 3Br,2Ba Carriage House. $1,680,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Lawrence: THE PLAZA: Spacious Junior 4. Prestigious Building. 24 Hour Doorman, Indoor Parking & Pool. Renovated Lobby, Elev., Laundry Room & Storage On Same Floor. Freshly Painted, Refinished Floors, 3 Walk In Closets, Double Terrace Overlooking Central Courtyard. Quiet Location. $359,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Lawrence: THE PLAZA: 2br 2ba in Prestigious building w/24hr doorman, security, indoor parking & pool. Elevator, laundry room & storage on the same floor, Many closets. $449,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Lawrence: Lovely Sunny 1BR, 1.5 Bath Condo, Handicap Accessible Shower, Washer/Dryer, 24hr Doorman, Elevator Bldg…$375K PUGATCH REALTY 516-295-3000 Lawrence: 7 br Col,2 story living rm, 3/4 acre $1.9M MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-5695110 Lawrence: 2br Co-Op updated EIK, 2 bths $199K MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-5695110 Lawrence: Co-op, Elevator building, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Lr/ Dr, New Kit, Hardwood floors. $149,000. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 Long Beach: 2 BR, 2 Bth Renovated Oceanfront Co-op w/ Terrace Overlooking Pool, New Gym, 24 Hr Security..$399K PRUDENTIAL 516238-4299 North Woodmere: Condo- Home That Is Hassle Free! 3BR, 2.5 Bath Twnhs, Fin Bsmt, CAC, Pkg…$359K PUGATCH REALTY 516-295-3000 North Woodmere: Beautiful 4BR, 3Fbth Split, Den, Fin Bsmt, Quiet Block, Best Buy! $499K PUGATCH REALTY 516-295-3000 North Woodmere: NEW! 4/5 BR,2.5 Bth Splanch on O/S Prop, CAC,HW flrs, 2 Car Gar, SD#14..$589K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 North Woodmere: New! 4 BR,3 Bth Raised Ranch w/ Waterview, Spac Rms, CAC, Low Taxes..$499K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 North Woodmere: Spac Split, 4BR One Level, 2.5Bth, EIK, Cath Ceiling LR, FDR, Den, Fin Bsmt,CAC, 2 Car Gar, SD#15.$629K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 North Woodmere: Split, 4 Br, 3Bth, Fin. Basement, Plyrm, SD#14……$599K VI PROPERTIES 516-791-1313 North Woodmere: Split, 3Br, 2.5 Bth, Located in a Cul-De-Sac, Granite Kitchen, Closet Galore, X-Large Family Rm, SD#14……$560K VI PROPERTIES 516-791-1313 North Woodmere: Exclusive! 4BR, 2Bth Exp Split.Lg Den,Deck,IGP.$699 JANKALMAN.COM 516-569-5651 North Woodmere: Split. 3Br, 2.5 Bth, Recently Renovated, New Gourmet Kitchen, SD#14 $689K VI PROPERTIES 516-791-1313 North Woodmere: Lge Split main fl den updated $630K MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Woodmere: New Construction Classic 5BR c/h col. Large property. Walk to YI of Woodmere and Aish $1M+ SOUTH SHORE ESTATES 516569-4980 Woodmere: 3BR Colonial Charming on oversized property great block, walk to new shul. SOUTH SHORE ESTATES 516-569-4980 Woodmere: Over 4000 Sq Ft Trad CH Colonial, 5 BR, 4.5 Bth on Acre,Fin Bsmt,Near All, SD#14...$1,399M PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Woodmere: PROPERTY LOVERS DELIGHT! 5 BR,3.5 Bth Colonial in Old Woodmere.Large EIK/Great Rm, Open Flow, Fin Bsmt, 2 Car Gar ...$875K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Woodmere: Cedar Glen, 4BR, 3.5Bth Condo, SD#14. Main Flr Mstr, Fin Bsmt, 2 Car Gar.$599K

PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Woodmere: NEW! Cedar Glen Condo, 3 BR, 2.55 Bth,Fin Bsmt, Gar, SD#14...$529K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Woodmere: Totally Redone 5 BR, 3 Bth Exp Ranch in SD#14.Gran EIK,Beaut Mstr Suite.....$679K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Woodmere: Builder Opportunity!! 4 BR, 2.5 Bth Split w/ Exp Main Flr Den.....$475K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Woodmere: Co-op 2BR, 1 Bath Pre-War Bldg, Hardwood Floors, Priced To Sell...$135K PUGATCH REALTY 516-295-3000 Woodmere: Found A New Home. Available Asap! Walk In Thru The Large Entry To The Beautiful Spacious Living Space With Fabulous Wood Floors And Stunning Stone Fireplace. The Flow Is Flawless! A Must See! $375,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Woodmere: Lovely Split In Immaculate Condition.3 Bedrooms.2 Bathrooms.Lr,Dr,Eik.Beautiful Lower-Level Den,2 Car Garage.Beautiful Brick Walkway And Proch And Brick Patio.Walk To All.Room To Expand. $499,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Woodmere: Beautiful Home With Amazing Master Suite; Open With Plenty Of Closets And Built In’s. Two Dens, Wet Bar, Eik, 5 Bedrooms Total! So Spacious With A Full Basement. Must See This Lovely Home. $950,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Woodmere: Split Ranch, 4 Br, 3 Bths, OS Property, Waterview on Lake, EIK, Full Finished Basement, SD#14……..$597K VI PROPERTIES 516-791-1313 Woodmere: Co-op across from the Woodmere LIRR, Elevator building, 1 Bedroom, 1 New Bath, Lr/Dr, New Kit. $135,000. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 Woodmere: Ranch 4 br’s $450K MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Woodmere: Lg tudor 5 br Col 1.150M MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Woodmere: Sale or Rent! Grand C/H Col.6BR,3.5Bths, huge Den, lg, gourmet EIK, 2 fpls, h/w/flrs, IGP.$1.95M or rent $8000 JANKALMAN.COM 516-569-5651 Woodmere: Co-op- 2 BR 1 BA Jr 4 in Woodmere. Beautiful apartment with efficiency style kitchen (w/granite, new cabinets, floor and fridge), large LR & MBR. Motivated Sellers, asking $144,999 call: Jacobson Realty 516417-8031

Real Estate for Sale Bayswater/Far Rockaway: One of a kind Colonial on huge park like property (64 x 187), 6 Bedrooms, 3 Fireplaces, Lr, Fdr, Eik, 9.5’ ceilings thruout plus a Full Basement. Asking $534,000. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 Cedarhurst: 4/5 BR, 2.5 Bth Spacious Split, Bsmt,2 Car Gar,CAC, Near All .. $599K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Cedarhurst: 3500 Sq Ft of Living Space, Sunny Exp Hi Ranch. 5 BR, 3.5 Bth, XLarge EIK & FDR,CAC,Near All..$599K PRUDENTIAL 516238-4299 Cedarhurst: Condo 1 bed, 1 bath, 1st fl $149K MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Cedarhurst: Townhouse, 3Br, 2.5 Bth, X-Large Master, Full Stand Up Attic, Great Storage… ..$475K VI PROPERTIES 516-791-1313 Cedarhurst: Charming 3 bdrm col ,attic ,basement, lg rooms $410K MILKY FORST PROPERTIES 516-239-0306 Cedarhurst: Expanded cape with main level den 3 bdrms $349K MILKY FORST PROPERTIES 516-239-0306 Cedarhurst: Mint 3-4BR 1 1/2bth bright spacious Col. EIK, FDR, LR/fpl, Den, 1st flr, lndry rm, cath ceilgs, hardwd flrs, lge backyard. Full bsmt. Great loc. $649,000. 516-569-6560 East Rockaway: Two Floor Rental. Both Floors Have 2 Bedroom, Kitchen, Bath, Full Size Laundry Machines. Zoned For Business/Office Or Residential. Very Motivated. $329,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 East Rockaway: Diamond Condition Colonial with Extended 1st and 2nd Fl. Completely Renovated Within The Last 10 Years. Extended Custom Kitchen With Granite Tops And Floors. Lg LR and DR With Hardwood Floors, Extended Den With Fireplace And Cathedral Ceilings. 4 Bedrooms On 2nd Fl With 2 Full Bths Inc. Master Bth. Finished Attic, Bsmt $835,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 East Rockaway: Enjoy The Natural Beauty Of This Cont. Waterfront Home!Open Layout Leads To Mag. Patio/Retrt Awning/Ig Heated Pool With Waterfall And Grounds Landscaped By Topaz. New Top-Of-Line Kit. Has Granite Counters And St. Appls. Mastersuite With Room-Size Closet, Bath/Steam Shower,Newroof,Windows,Heating And Air Systems,Koi Pool. $689,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 East Rockaway: NEW! Lovely & Affordable 3 BR, 3 Bth Home in SD#20(Waverly Pk) Fin Bsmt..$425K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 East Rockaway: Spac 2BR,2Bth Co-op. Top flr, corner unit. Terrace.Elevator. Near all.Reduced! $195K JANKALMAN.COM 516-569-5651 East Rockaway: Lovely 1BR,1Bth.Elevator Bldg with renovated lobby.$137,900 JANKALMAN. COM 516-569-5651 East Rockaway: Lg split 5 br’s, Waterviews $629K MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-5695110 Far Rockaway: Spacious 3 bdrm home + den attic, basement $400’s MILKY FORST PROPERTIES 516-239-0306 Hewlett/East Rockaway: Spac 5BR, 2.5Bth CH Col, Huge EIK/Great Rm/Fpl, Fin Bsmt, CAC, SD#20.$699K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett/East Rockaway: 4 BR,3.5 Bth Colonial on Oversized Property in SD#20(Waverly Pk)..$649K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett/East Rockaway: Mint 3 BR,2.5 Bth CH Col on Beautiful St in SD#20(Waverly Pk). $599K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett/East Rockaway: Immaculate 4BR, 2.5Bth Col, Cul de Sac. Fin Bsmt, 2 Car Gar, SD#20.. $649K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett: Mint 4BR,2Bth ExpCape. Lg prop. Bsmt $424K JANKALMAN.COM 516-569-5651 Hewlett: 4BR, 3.55Bth Col. 5 rm professional ste.Red!$599K JANKALMAN.COM 516-5695651 Hewlett: Spac 5BR, 3Bth Split on Beautifully Landscaped Property,Great Flow for Entertaining,SD#14..$699K, RENT $3700 PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett: Traditional CH Col on Oversized Prop, 6 BR,4.5 Bth, All Spac Rms, Room For Expansion, SD#14 ....$749K PRUDENTIAL 516-2384299 Hewlett: Immaculate 4BR, 3.5Bth CH Col on Lovely Property, Fin Bsmt,.Great Opportunity in SD#14..$529K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett: 2 BR, 2 Bth Co-op in Hewlett Townhouse. 24 Hr Drman, Valet Pkg, Near All $390K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett: 2 BR,1 Updtd Bth Co-op Apt, Ind Pkg, Stor,Terrace, Near All $139 PRUDENTIAL 516238-4299 Hewlett: All Renovated 3BR, 2 Bath Colonial, Fin Attic, Full Bsmt, Low Tax...$429K PUGATCH REALTY 516-295-3000 Hewlett: Large 3Br, 2.5Ba, Great Property, Den Plus Full Basement. $399,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Hewlett: Move In Condition. Quiet Location. Walk To Train. $499,000 MORTON HAVES 516374-0100 Hewlett: New magnificent kit w/Stainless app & granite. Updated baths in this extremely large apartment. Separate room w/ washer, dryer Must see. $289,000 MORTON HAVES 516374-0100 Hewlett: Col Lg. 5brms $939K MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Hewlett: 3 Floors, 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Lr, Dr, Eik w/granite countertops, Den, Laundry room, private backyard, 1 car garage $399,000. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 Hewlett: Hewlett Town House Co-Op 3 br’s, 3 bths, 2 enc terraces, drman, pool $499K MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Hewlett: Colonial. 5 Br, 4 Bth, All Redone, New O/S Kitchen, Finished Basement w/Wine Cellar, Huge Backyard, SD#14…..$1.050M VI PROPERTIES 516-791-1313 Hewlett: 3 FAM. 6br/3bth, new upgrades, low taxes, great rent roll.. $599,000 Must see! FSBO 516-569-6579 Hewlett Bay Harbor: First floor. Spacious 1 br. With large living room and Eat in kitchen. Also for Rent. $170,000 MORTON HAVES 516374-0100 Hewlett Bay Park: Colonial, 7 Br, 2.55 Bths, Atrium w/spa, Palladium Window, New Bath, Cul-De-Sac, SD#14…….$1.499M VI PROPERTIES 516-791-1313 Hewlett Harbor: 4 br’s, btful prop $1,050M MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Hewlett Harbor: Private Hideaway on Over 2 Acres! 5 Br,6.5 Bth Colonial,200’ of Bulkhead & Dock,IG Pool, Tennis Ct...$3,450M PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett Harbor: Fabulous location in

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Real Estate for Rent Bayswater: 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, Lr, Dr, EIK in private house, wall to wall carpet, quiet location. $1,600. Call owner 718-868-2614 Bayswater/Far Rockaway: 1st floor of 2 Family home. 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Lr, Dr, Eik w/new appliances 4 AC units, Heat included. $1700/ month. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 Cedarhurst: Across from the Cedarhurst park, Garden apartments, w/live in Super and indoor garage spot included in rent. Huge units. 1Bedrooms $1700/month, and 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath w/ separate Dinning room, and Eik $2300/month. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)7918300 Cedarhurst: Townhouses with Central Air and Heat, washer/dryer in all units. 2 Bedroom/2 bath $1850/month, and 3 Bedroom/ 2 Bath (ALL NEW) $2425/month. NO FEE. Landlord is paying the commission. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 Far Rockaway: Unfurnished. Adorable 1BR, EIK, full bth, access to backyard, near shul, school, and beach, new appliances, very reasonable rate. Call owner 718-868-0068 Far Rockaway: 2 family (1st floor aparment) 3 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths, Lr,Dr, Kosher Kit, playroom $1850/month LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)7918300 Far Rockaway: Doorman/Elevator building, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Lr/Dr, Eik, Laundry facility, parking available $1600/month. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 Hewlett: 5 BR,3 Bth Split. Poss Professional Office/M/D w/ Proper Permits SD#14..$449K-2 BR Apt Available for Rent $1800 PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett: First floor. Spacious 1 br. With large living room and Eat in kitchen. Rental – Also for Sale. $1,500 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Hewlett: Luxury All New Renovated 2BR, 2 Bath, Doorman, Prkg, Terrace...$2900/m PUGATCH REALTY 516-295-3000 Lawrence: Sponser owner unit in Garden apartment complex. 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, New Kosher Kitchen, Terrace $2000/ month. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 Lawrence: 3 BR’S IN 2 FAMILY HOME $1,899K MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Lawrence: Spacious 2BR, 2 Bath Carriage House, “Back Lawrence”, Lr W/Vaulted Ceil, Eik...$2900/m PUGATCH REALTY 516-295-3000 Lawrence: Fab 2BR, 2 Bath Duplex Townhouse, All Updated, Indoor 2 Car Garage…$2400/m PUGATCH REALTY 516-295-3000 Lawrence: NO FEE! Lux Bldg, 24HR Doorman, Pool, Indoor Parking, 1BR, 1.5 Bath…$1795/m PUGATCH REALTY 516-295-3000 Lawrence: NO FEE! Totally Renovated Apartments, 1-2 Bedrooms…Starting At $1500/m PUGATCH REALTY 516-295-3000 Lawrence: Completely renovated home on over an acre of private land.10 Bedrooms, Granite and marble floors. Gas Heat. $6,300 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Lawrence: 5 Rooms, 3br, 2ba Cottage. Utilities not included. $1,950 MORTON HAVES 516374-0100 North Woodmere: 1st floor of a 2 family home. Front private entrance to a Large 2 Bedroom, 1Bath, New Kitchen, Lr, Dr, Full size washer/Dryer, 2 AC units. ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED. $1650/month. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 North Woodmere: House Rental 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Lr, Dr, Eik, Den, Large Backyard $2695/month. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)7918300 Woodmere: In a house. 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Lr, Electric cooktop ( No real Kit) $1075/ month. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 Woodmere: 4 br, 2 bth Ranch No Fee $3,200 MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Woodmere: Renovated 5BR, 2.5 Baths, “Old Woodmere” Home, Eik, Huge Den, SD# 14...$3700/m PUGATCH REALTY 516-295-3000

Commercial Real Estate for Rent/Sale Cedarhurst: Office 1st fl high exposure, approx 550 sq ft, near train $1,500per mo MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Cedarhurst: Medical office on Grove, accross from the post office. Was a Dental office. Beautiful waiting room, Reception area, 3 Operatories, Private Office, 2 Bathrooms, Good traffic area. $1995/month. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 Cedarhurst: Stores For Rent or Sale. Offices For Rent. U want them, I have them. Call ! Call ! Call ! Randy Green 516 295-3000 Cedarhurst: For Rent $1250/mo. 3 rm Prof’l suite w/Bathroom, Waiting area, Reception desk. Randy Green 516 295-3000 East Rockaway: Office space available in professional building. 1-4 offices, will divide to suit. Conference room, wireless internet, fax, parking. Call Lennie or Carolyn 516-593-9119 Far Rockaway: Warehouse 5000 sq ft. 14’ ceiling. Nameoke Ave. Electric discount available. Across from LIRR. Less than 1/2 mile from 5 Towns. 917-701-5065. Five Towns And Lynbrook: Professional/Medical space available for sale or lease. Call for more details. Lori Lewis 516-295-3000 Hewlett/Woodmere: Medical/Dental Spaces For Sale or Rent. We have all areas, all sizes. Call Randy Green @ Pugatch 516 295-3000 Lawrence: Burnside Ave. & Lincoln Place. Corner store 1,000 sq. ft., central a/c, with commercial space 2,000 sq. ft. Can be together or separate. 917-538-3003 Long Beach: Professional/Medical suites available with good Parking. Call for more details. Lori Lewis 516-295-3000 Valley Stream: $Mid 20’s psf. 2300’/1300’ offices. Fully built out All redone. Pugatch.com Randy Green 516 295-3000 Valley Stream: Mixed Use Building For Sale $450K. 5200 SF @ traffic light. Completely renovated. Ample parking. Call Randy 516 2953000 pugatch.com Woodmere: Office suites for rent, all utilities included, copy center, conference rooms, free wifi, reception, 24/7 access, fully furnished, central 5Towns location, near LIRR, restaurants, call 516-374-6080 x 19 Woodmere: Medical Space For Rent $1250/ mo.Incl util. One exam room, share consult room, secty, waiting area. Pugatch.com Randy Green 516 295-3000 Woodmere: Bldg For Sale or Rent. 5500 sf can be divided. Info: Randy Green 516 295-3000

CONSERVATIVE COMMENTARY

The Next Generation is Waiting CONTINUED FROM P. A8 proliferates, and the most vulnerable people suffer the most. To that category of the most vulnerable we can now add the next generation. The national debt, the figure perhaps most reflective of the mortgage on their future, is now approaching $15 trillion. That figure marks more than a 40 percent increase above an already towering $10.6 trillion at the start of the Obama presidency. At this rate of debt accumulation, an eight-year Obama administration would accumulate more debt than every president during the preceding 220 years, from George Washington to George W. Bush. In a recent interview, the president even admitted regarding the people who have become skeptical, “I don’t think they’re better off than they were four years ago.” Perhaps the greatest sign of the ideological bankruptcy of the dominant party in Washington is the response (and lack thereof in some cases) of Democratic leaders to the Occupy Wall Street protests, which have

spread to cities across the nation. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, the House Democrats’ fundraising committee chaired by Rep. Steve Israel, circulated a petition that aimed for “100,000 strong standing with Occupy Wall Street.” House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi remarked, “I support the message to the establishment” sent by the protesters. What message would that be? What is emerging is a confused combination of anarchism and calls to swell the role of the very government being protested. No doubt a good number of the protesters come with respectful intentions, but too many have behaved with conduct too nefarious to escape censure: reports of sexual assaults, robberies, drug use, vandalism, and using public parks as bathrooms are numerous. They reﬂect an innate disrespect for the law. So does the blocking of public streets, a gesture of gratuitous intimidation. Expressions of anti-Semitism also have become too numerous to ignore. Just this past Friday, a group of

protesters marched on the Israeli consulate in Boston chanting “Long live the Intifada!” and occupied the building’s lobby. You need only scan some of the videos posted on YouTube from the preceding weeks of protests to ﬁnd even uglier language. How offensive must the situation get before Democratic leaders withdraw their support of the protesters? Under our system, it typically takes two cycles of public discontent for a party to assume control of the federal government. For the Democrats, that occurred in 2006 and 2008. For the Republicans, there is a good chance 2012 will complete the process that began in 2010. Many Americans who appreciate deep down in their bones the preciousness of our democracy fear that what we value most is in peril. They seek serious leadership. There is a lot of work to do over the next year, and then the real challenge begins after election day, when a new generation of leaders will hopefully renew the ﬁght for our country’s future.

DEAR THAT'S LIFE

Lessons from Kim CONTINUED FROM P. A8 if, one day, they could end up together. It is not an overt pressure you place on your child, and there is a lot involved in falling in love, but it does cross your mind. You discuss it with your friends. “Wouldn’t it be cute if they ended up together?” you muse. If it only it was that easy. Despite what the on-line dating sites purport on their commercials or Times Square billboards, there is nothing simple about ﬁnding your soul mate. And it is not about ﬁnding that perfect person, because you are not perfect either. Rather, marriage is about the two of you, with all of your imperfections, being perfect together. I guess Kim never got that memo. While I do not have childhood memories of playing dressup or thinking I was a princess, one of my daughters is making up for my lost time. He who dares tell her that she is not, in fact, a true princess will be punished with the fury of a redhead whose voice can reach octaves only dogs can hear. True to her

role, she has made it clear that I am the queen, my husband the king, and has assigned all of her siblings’ roles within our kingdom. While she is still too young to imagine her own wedding, if things continue the way they presently are, I am afraid we will be one day pay for a horsedrawn carriage to bring her to the hall on that special day. Fortunately for her, she has also decided who she would like to marry. Unfortunately for that prince to be, she annoys the living day lights out of him, telling him often that they will be married one day. Having not yet mastered the art of playing hard to get, or at least taking it slowly, she feels the need to harass and harangue him every time we are together as families. It has come to the point that we must remind her to leave him alone even before we see them. The reminders do not always work, however, and he ends up getting understandably frustrated. That never ends well. Most recently, as we were going to spend the weekend together, I went through the

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played by Sandler). Jill is needy, neurotic and this year, decides to overstay her welcome. Don’t forget to check out special cameo appearances by Al Pacino and Regis Philbin.

Hawaii with his wife and two daughters. King faces a re-examination of his past when his wife is in a boating accident off of Waikiki. He tries to rebuild his relationship with his daughters, and has to start navigating towards his future. One of King’s daughters reveals that his wife was involved in an affair at the time of the accident, and King sets off on a haphazard search for his wife’s lover, with his two girls in tow.

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rules. She needed to leave him alone and keep her hands to herself. (Yes: that is also a problem.) While she does not have one malicious bone in her body, she is incapable of leaving well enough alone. Back to her typical modus operandi, she got on his nerves almost as soon as they walked in the door. The situation came to a head when she would not leave him alone while he was in the bathroom. She was not respecting his privacy, which is not at all acceptable or appropriate. Even before the adults could completely handle the situation, however, he had taken matters into his own hands. From behind a closed door, he began screaming at her. “Now I’m REALLY not going to marry you!” he said. “I was going to think about it,” he added in a strong tone, “but now I’m NOT.” Ouch. Rejected in Kindergarten. Maybe she can sell their pictures to People magazine, have the scene replayed on E! and still make something out of this. Ahhh…what dreams are made of.

The Descendants: Rated R. From Alexander Payne, the creator of the Oscar-winning “Sideways” comes a ﬁlm about rebuilding life and family. Matt King (George Clooney) lives in

COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS

At the Annual Dinner of the Jewish Lawyers Association of Nassau County, held on October 24, 2011 at the East Meadow Jewish Center, the Neil T. Shayne Distinguished Service Award was presented to Hon. Dean G. Skelos, the New York State Senate Majority Leader, and to Hon. Peter B. Skelos, Associate Justice of the Appellate Division, Second Department, for their exemplary leadership and devoted commitment to the ideas and goals of the Jewish Lawyers Association. Pictured below are the recipients of the Award, together with Norman H. Dachs and Jonathan A. Dachs, of Shayne, Dachs, Corker, Sauer & Dachs, LLP, partners of the late Neil T. Shayne, in whose honor the Award is named.”

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Local Ladies Quilt for Service Members and Veterans TEXT AND PHOTOS BY SUSAN VARGHESE

very Tuesday, over a dozen women from across Nassau County can be found steadily quilting under their machines, surrounded by decorative fabric, designs and pins. They share anecdotes and learn techniques from each other, but most importantly, they’re determined to give back. The women are currently working on Quilts of Valor, a national foundation whose mission is to make quilts for all combat service members and war veterans. The foundation alone has awarded over 50,000 quilts to veterans. Although, they haven’t been able to make that many for veterans, the women of the quilting group seem happy just to help. “The Quilts of Valor is an awesome project. It’s a way to use a hobby to serve others. I guess you almost feel like Betsy Ross!” Francine Sicklick of Lawrence

line and found out about it,” Masters said. “ This one’s fancy,” she said as the pointed to intricate decorations on a completed quilt. “My longarm machine does this fancy stuff. I said to the girls, ‘let’s make the quilt of valor and anybody who has it done, I will quilt it.’ I have the very big machine at home that puts it together; they then put the binding and details themselves. It’s a combined effort.” They were looking for a place to hold the group for months, and Masters said that after getting in contact with Town of Hempstead Supervisor, Kate Murray, they were given the space at the Department of Conservation and Waterways. “ We were lucky enough to be able to come here because of the Supervisor,” Masters said. Randi Blinder, a Lawrence resident who’s lived in The Five Towns since 1975, explained the mechanics of machine quilting, especially in making the Quilts of Valor. “We only do the top

Some of the members of the quilting group. learning new things. Its always good to learn new things, it keeps you feeling young.” Linda Schneider, of Woodmere, a 15-year quilter, added, “The camaraderie is wonderful. I love being with people, but I also like working alone. “Daisy,” the quilting groups temporary mascot. One of the members, Helen Westerman is currently help train Daisy to be a guide dog.

Francine Sicklick holding her recently made quilt. said, laughing. The 10-year-quilter added, “If there’s a way to show these guys our appreciation, how could we not do it?” They’ve made over 12 quilts for veterans so far, since they started the project earlier this year. The group used to meet in Hempstead and in Merrick brieﬂy, but have now been meeting in a vacant space at the Department of Conservation and Waterways building in Point Lookout. Mush Masters, a Point Lookout resident, is the longarm expert of the group, and found out about the Quilts of Valor during a trip. “I was up in Ithaca and I was in a quilt shop and they had been doing this, so I went on-

part of the quilt, and one of the group members, Mush Masters, she does the long arm machine quilting to quilt it. Each person might make his or her own top of the quilt, but then Mush puts it together for us. She has this quilting machine. When she gives it back to us, we ﬁnish it by hand.” Normally, the quilters do the piecing of materials, designs, and base, and then send it out to places who specialize in putting the quilt together. Quilting for nine years, Blinder noted the creativity and friendship to be some of her favorite parts. “My favorite thing is the creative process. The second thing is camaraderie…We’re not

Randi Blinder hard at work with our husbands or families. We’re just together having a time

It’s the best of both worlds. I think it’s fabulous.”

Every time a quilt is made, one of the most important parts is

the label. After they finish making the quilt, they put the name of the person they’re giving to, a little message, sign their name, and the place and date. “This way it’s a legacy for the future,” Blinder explained. Making a quilt can take anywhere from 40 hours to a few months, depending on the size and intricacy of the project, the group explained. The time doesn’t affect them, though, and for some, it’s not enough. “Sometimes I’ll quilt until 3:00 a.m….” Blinder said. “My husband will come in the room and tell me its time to go to sleep. And I always say I’ll be in five minutes I just have to finish this thing!” The queen of little pieces is what Blinder calls fellow group member, Nancy Sporn of Lawrence. “Her quilts have these tiny little pieces…only she has the patience to do it,” Blinder said. Sporn has been sewing since she was four-years-old, and added, “I like the mechanics of making something look complicated.... It’s never made the way you think.” Shoshana Schechter has been quilting for over 20 years, and helped teach Blinder how to quilt. Her favorite part is making gifts for others. “I like baby quilts. I like to give them out as presents, so that they have something from me. The idea that they will be carrying it when I’m no longer here…I want a legacy.” The group is currently ϔilled to capacity, but to learn more about the Quilts of Valor, log on to qovf.org.

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