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Vol. 44, No. 28 July 10-16, 2014 • queenstribune.com

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SHOWING THEIR PRIDE

Transgender Latinas marched down Roosevelt Avenue Monday evening, calling for respect and equality. By Jackie Strawbridge … Page 11.

Lincoln Center Launches Concerts In Queens

Special Section: Best Spots For Staycations

‘Young Marvel’ Set For TV Debut

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LEGAL NOTICE

Tristate Healthy Vending, LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 3/5/14. Office in Queens Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to C/O Gagne Edwards, 221-25 114th Rd., Cambria Heights, NY 11411. Purpose: General. ________________________ Notice of Formation of RW 1217 E. 233RD LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 05/20/14. Office location: Queens County. Princ. office of LLC: 95-25 Queens Blvd., 10th Fl., Rego Park, NY 11374. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to c/o Laundry Capital Co., LLC at the princ. office of the LLC. Purpose: Any lawful activity ________________________ New Inceptions, LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 4/28/14. Office in Queens Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Justin Garcia, 4210 Colden St, Flushing, NY 11355. Purpose: General. ________________________ AIROZ LLC, a domestic LLC, filed with the SSNY on 5/9/14. Office location: Queens County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to The LLC, 87-28 130th St., Richmond Hill, NY 11418. General Purpose. ________________________ Notice of Registration of Yeh and Company LLP, Cert. of Reg. filed Sec’y of State (SSNY) 5/6/14. Office location: Queens County. SSNY designated as agent of LLP upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 21738 51st Ave., Oakland Gardens, NY 11364. Name/ addr. of each gen. ptr. avail. at SSNY. Purpose: any lawful activities. ________________________ Notice of Formation of Leaders for Success a limited liability Company LLC:, Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 03/07/2014. Office location: Queens County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to: United States Corporation Agents, INC. 2014 13th Avenue, Suite 202 Brooklyn, NY 11228. Purpose: any lawful purpose or activity. ________________________ Ebiz Connect LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 4/7/14.

Office in Queens Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 5011 38th St., Long Island City, NY 11101. Purpose: General. ________________________ Notice of Formation of Gypsy a gogo, LLC, a limited liability company. Articles of organization filed with the Secretary of the State of New York (SSNY) on 03/24/2014 office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to: 71-11 70th Street Glendale New York 11385. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. ________________________ TIME PROPERT Y MANAGEMENT, LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 05/13/2014. Office loc: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Jikun Zheng, 19624 50th Ave., Fresh Meadows, NY 11365. Reg Agent: Jikun Zheng, 19624 50th Ave., Fresh Meadows, NY 11365. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose. ________________________ Notice of formation of HITMOUSE PRODUC TIONS LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on 04/21/2014. Office located in Queens County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC to HITMOUSE PRODUCTIONS LLC, 51-18 71st Street, Woodside, NY 11377. Purpose: any lawful purpose. ________________________ SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK – COUNTY OF QUEENS INDEX# 22827/2013 FILED: 6/6/2014 SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS AND NOTICE Plaintiff designates Queens County as the place of trial. Venue is based upon the County in which the mortgage premise is situated. JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, against John Dietz, Esq., as Temporary Administrator for the Estate of Nelson P. Roane, his respective heirsat-law, next-of-kin, distributes, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors and successors in interest and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said defendant who may be deceased by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in the real property described in the complaint herein, CRIMINAL

COURT OF THE CITY OF NEW YORK, CITY OF NEW YORK DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PARKING VIOLATIONS BUREAU, NELSITA ROANE WILLIAMS, NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA-INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, Defendant(s). TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME IF YOU DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEYS FOR THE MORTGAGE COMPANY WHO FILED THIS FORECLOSURE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT, A DEFAULT JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED AND YOU CAN LOSE YOUR HOME. SPEAK TO AN ATTORNEY OR GO TO THE COURT WHERE YOU CASE IS PENDING FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON HOW TO ANSWER THE SUMMONS AND PROTEC T YOUR PROPERTY. SENDING A PAYMENT TO YOUR MORTGAGE COMPANY WILL NOT STOP THIS FORECLOSURE ACTION. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the complaint is not serviced with this summons, to serve a notice of appearance on the Plaintiff’s attorney within 20 days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after the service is complete if this summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York); The United States of America, if designated as a Defendant in this action, may appear within (60) days of service thereof and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint. NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT: THE OBJECT of the above captioned action is to foreclose on a mortgage executed and delivered to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., solely as nominee for Residential Home Funding Corp.,, which was duly recorded in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Queens on April 23, 2013, as CRFN 2013000159932 and the Recording Tax was duly paid. Said mortgage was

then assigned to Plaintiff by an assignment of Mortgage recorded in the Queens County Clerk’s Office on November 14, 2013, as CRFN 2013000469744, covering premises known as 150-26 116th Avenue, Jamaica NY 11434 (Block 12201 Lot19). The relief sought within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt described above. To the above named Defendants: The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an order of the Hon. Orin R. Kitees, a Justice of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, filed along with the supporting papers in the office of the Clerk of the County of Queens on 05/07/2014. This is an action to foreclose on a mortgage. ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Borough of Queens, County of Queens and City and State of New York. BLOCK 12201 LOT19. Said premises known as 15026 116th Avenue, Jamaica NY 11434. YOU ARE HEREBY PUT ON NOTICE THAT WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. By reason of the default in the payment of the monthly installment of principal and interest, among other things, as hereinafter set forth, Plaintiff, the holder and owner of the aforementioned note and mortgage, or their agents have elected and hereby accelerate the mortgage and declare the entire mortgage indebtedness immediately due and payable. The following amounts are now due and owing on said mortgage, no part of any of which has been paid although duly demanded: By virtue thereof, plaintiff has heretofore elected and by these presents hereby elects to accelerate the entire unpaid principal balance of $314,049.65 with interest from June 1, 2013, to be immediately due and payable under the mortgage herein foreclosed. UNLESS YOU DISPUTE THE VALIDITY OF THE DEBT, OR ANY PORTION THEREOF, WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER YOUR RECEIPT HEREOF THAT THE DEBT, OR ANY PORTION THEREOF, IS DISPUTED, THE DEBTOR JUDGMENT AGAINST YOU AND A COPY OF SUCH VERIFICATION OR JUDGMENT WILL BE MAILED TO YOU BY THE HEREIN DEBT COLLECTOR. IF APPLICABLE, UPON YOUR WRITTEN REQUEST, WITHIN SAID THIRTY (30) DAY PERIOD, THE HEREIN DEBT COLLEC-

TOR WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH THE NAME AND ADDRESS OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR. IF YOU HAVE RECEIVED A DISCHARGE FROM THE UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT, YOU ARE NOT PERSONALLY LIABLE FOR THE UNDERLYING INDEBTEDNESS OWED TO PLAINTIFF/CREDITOR AND THIS NOTICE/DISCLOSURE IS FOR COMPLIANCE AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. HELP FOR HOMEOWNERS IN FORECLOSURE New York State requires that we send you this notice about the foreclosure process. Please read it carefully. SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT You are in danger of losing your home. If you fail to respond to the summons and complaint in this foreclosure action, you may lose your home. Please read the summons and complaint carefully. You should immediately contact an attorney or your local legal aid office to obtain advice on how to protect yourself. SOURCES OF INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE The State encourages you to become informed about your options in foreclosure. In addition to seeking assistance from an attorney or legal aid, there are government agencies, and non-profit organizations that you may contact for information about possible options, including trying to work with your lender during this process. To locate an entity near you, you may call the toll-free helpline maintained by New York state Banking Department at 1-877-Bank-NYS or visit the Department’s website at www.banking.state.ny.us FORECLOSURE RESCUE SCAMS Be careful of people who approach you with offers to “save” your home. There are individuals who watch for notices of foreclosure actions in order to unfairly profit from a homeowner’s distress. You should be extremely careful about any such promises and any suggestions that you pay them a fee or sign over your deed. State law requires anyone offering such services for profit to enter into a contract which fully describes the services they will perform and fees they will charge, and which prohibits them from taking any money from you until they have completed all such promised services. Section 1303 NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving the copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you may

lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING AN ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Stiene & Associates, P.C., Attorneys for the Plaintiff, 187 East Main Street, Huntington, NY 11743 ________________________ Sea Town Corona NY LLC Arts of Org filed with NY Sec of State (SSNY) on 8/9/13. Office: Queens Count y. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 262-16 59th Ave, Little Neck, NY 11362. General Purposes. ________________________ Ming Properties, LLC Arts of Org. filed NY Secy of State (SSNY) 5/15/14. Office: Queens Co. SSNY design. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy to princ. address & RA: Ming Yuan Li 196-16 67th Ave. #2F Fresh Meadows, NY 11365. Purpose: any lawful activity ________________________ Notice of Formation: 8 Ave L & A Realty LLC, Art. Of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) on 04/28/2014. Office Loc.: Queens County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 42-28 Forley Street, Elmhurst, NY 11373 Purpose: Any lawful activity. ________________________ Notice of Formation of 17511 Liberty Realty LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on 4/21/2014. Office located in Queens County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC to: 175-11 Liberty Ave., Jamaica, NY 11433. Purpose: any lawful purpose. ________________________ Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company (LLC): Name: SHERWOOD TRADE LLC, Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 05/27/2014. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 136-14 Northern BLVD., Apt 2F, Flushing, NY 11354. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

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Queens DeaDline

Live Music Coming To Queens Libraries By Jackie StrawBridge Staff Writer Belly dancing and Mexican violin shook the Astoria Library steps Monday afternoon for the kick off of Lincoln Center’s library performance series. Lincoln Center Local, a series of one-hour musical and theatrical performances by renowned artists, will take place at libraries across the Borough from July 19 to Aug. 20. These free performances will range from American musical to flamenco to Cajun folk, and each will include an educational portion. “It gives our customers an opportunity to attend performances that they may not be able to afford or travel to in Lincoln Center,” said coordinator of adult services at Queens Library, Karen Vermut. For Doris Jones, programs assistant at Queens Library, the importance of the program is its emphasis on diverse performances. “We find that people are more likely to let those barriers down and to really openly engage with other people. And

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Mexican ensemble the Villalobos Brothers performed Monday at the launch of lincoln Center’s library performance series.

hopefully what happens is it translates to them taking out our books,” Jones said. According to Hillary McAndrew Plate of Lincoln Center Educational and Community Partnerships, there has been an uptick in library card registrations in the last few years that Lin-

coln Center Local has been held. This library performance series is unique among Lincoln Center outbound programs in that the community helps curate the lineup by voting for their favorite artists. The ensemble with the most votes wins a free encore performance at Lincoln Center,

which is live streamed to select library branches. This season’s encore performance winner, Mexican violin virtuosos the Villalobos Brothers, had Monday’s audience stamping and clapping even in the midday heat. Astoria resident Iris Blitt said she tries to take advantage this and all free library programs. “Right now I’m out of work, so having a free program helps a lot,” Blitt said. “It’s enjoyable, you get exercise, you meet new people. It’s really good.” Councilman Jimmy Van Bramer (D-Sunnyside), who allocated $10,000 in discretionary funding for the library performance series, spoke at the opening to both celebrate the Lincoln Center and Queens Library partnership, as well as to push for full six-day public library service. Lincoln Center Live performances will also take place in Brooklyn throughout the summer. For a full lineup, visit about.lincolncenter.org/ LCLocal. Reach Jackie Strawbridge at (718) 357-7400, Ext. 128, jstrawbridge@ queenstribune.com or @JNStrawbridge.

Councilmembers Concerned With Phone RFP By JOe MarViLLi Staff Writer A City Request for Proposal to update its pay phones has some City Councilmembers wary about a potential monopoly on the service. Councilmembers Mark Weprin (D-Oakland Gardens) and Karen Koslowitz (D-Forest Hills) expressed concern about a Dept. of Information Technology and Telecommunications plan that would upgrade the City’s decaying pay phones, but would also put them all under a single operator. Concerns over this move led to an oversight hearing by the City Council Technology Committee and Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises. The RFP would award one franchisee an exclusive, 15-year Citywide contract to replace the phones with new enclosures that integrate digital advertising displays and free public Wi-Fi hotspots. The winner would receive an additional 6,000 new locations as well. Currently, there are 10 companies responsible for the City’s payphones. Weprin said that while he is in favor of replacing the phones with 21st century counterparts, he is against putting one company in charge. “I’m afraid that if you offer it to just one franchisee, in very short order, they’ll be nothing but advertising space,” he said. “If you give a 15-year lease to one company, what incentive is there to improve the

technology to make it better?” The councilman was also concerned that if one company was put in charge, they would be more concerned with going where the advertising would be most effective, meaning the outer boroughs could receive less services than Manhattan. Koslowitz compared the pay phone RFP to another single-provider contract the City agreed to: the CityTime payroll scandal, which cost the City

more than $100 million. Nearly $600 million for the payroll project was wasted to fraud involving hundreds of contractors and subcontractors. The center of this scandal, Science Applications International Corp., paid $500 million to settle the federal investigation against it. “Do I think they’re going to save money with the one company? No, I think they’re going to lose money,” Koslowitz said.

During the hearing, the matter of legality also came up, as this move may violate the Federal Telecommunications Act of 1996, which encourages competition in providing telephone, Internet and cable television services. Proposals were due for the project on June 30. The DoITT has yet to announce a winner. Reach Joe Marvilli at (718) 3577400, Ext. 125, jmarvilli@queenstribune.com, or @JoeMarvilli.

Shelter Site Environmentally Safe By LuiS grOnda Staff Writer The City will move forward with a proposed homeless shelter in Glendale. Many residents and local officials opposed to the shelter have said in the past that the building is not the right location for the shelter because of possible chemical remnants left at the site. The building was a factory where airplane parts were made. But in a letter to Communty Board 5 and several local elected officials, which was dated July 1, the Dept. of Homeless Services said the report found the building environmentally safe for a homeless shelter and is proceeding further in completing a contract with Samaritan Village, the homeless services company who would be in charge of running the facility. That determination was made by

AECOM USA Inc, the independent company hired by the DHS to complete the study. “We ask that you review the report and respond with any concerns on or before Friday, July 11. After this date, we will proceed with the next stage of contract negotiations for 125 families with children at this facility,” DHS Commissioner Gilbert Taylor wrote in the letter. Attached to the letter is a 47-page report on the shelter by AECOM USA. DHS said the release of the report is “not customary” but they gave CB5 a copy of the report “as a courtesy before DHS advances the project to the Office of the Comptroller for contracting purposes.” When asked for a reaction on the report, Kathy Masi, who heads the Glendale Civic Association, said the whole thing is littered with inaccuracies and

refers to old information. The report itself often links to the agency’s City Environmental Quality Review Technical Manual, which is labeled “Out of date, do not use” when clicked on. A DHS spokesperson, Chris Miller, said the report complies with the CEQR and the agency stands by the report and its findings. As for the project’s next steps, Miller said they will be advancing to the contracting stage. They do not have a timeline for that process, but they hope to move quickly, he said. Both Vinny Arcuri, CB 5’s Chairman and Gary Giordano, the board’s District Manager, declined to comment on the report, saying they are still looking at the report itself and drafting a response to it. Reach Luis Gronda at (718) 3577400, Ext. 127, lgronda@queenstribune.com, or @luisgronda.

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John Liu Discusses Tense Senate Race

BY JOE MARVILLI Staff Writer By his own admission, a race for elected office was not something John Liu was considering for 2014. However, he said he saw an opportunity to make a difference in the State Senate. Liu is challenging State Sen. Tony Avella (D-Bayside), who joined the Independent Democratic Conference earlier this year. Seen as a betrayal by the Queens Democratic Party, as the IDC has sided with the Republican Caucus, the group asked Liu to run against Avella for the seat. Liu made his announcement about six weeks ago in Bayside, surrounded by supporters, and has hit the ground running since then. The IDC revealed a couple of weeks ago that it intends to work with the Democratic Caucus once again next year. As a result, a few of the challengers to various IDC members have dropped out of their respective races. Liu said though that Avella’s switch to that splinter group and its subsequent actions did not affect his run. “That was never the thrust of my campaign. My thrust was, can I make a difference? And ultimately, people convinced me that I could. That’s the only reason I would run for office,” the former Comptroller said. “What happened two weeks ago with the IDC

saying they’re going to come back to the Democratic fold, that makes it even more exciting, because instead of potentially having to wait a couple of years to be in the majority, I get to be in the majority right away.” With regards to Avella, Liu said that he differed from his opponent in two significant ways. First, he said, was his willingness to collaborate with other elected officials. “As a legislator, you have two prime objectives. Pass legislation that is going to improve the lives of your residents you represent, and bring back resources through the budget process, neither of which you can do without the support of your colleagues,” he said. The second difference Liu mentioned was his optimism, a quality that he feels sets him apart from Photo by Luis Gronda Avella. “I realize there are problems and John Liu stopped by the Queens we need solutions. But I think the Tribune office to talk about his run future is bright,” Liu said. “I’m not for State Senate against incumangry all the time. I can get pissed bent State Sen. Tony Avella. off at certain things but I’m not angry all the time.” play and Avella’s bill had no Assembly Liu also criticized Avella for in- counterpart. Liu said he was happy troducing his own bill to reform the that the reform passed to make the liQueens Library, even though Assem- brary more accountable in the wake of blyman Jeffrion Aubry (D-Corona) its recent controversies. and State Sen. Michael Gianaris (DIf elected, Liu has a list of priorities, Astoria) already had legislation in both in his district and in Albany. In

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northeast Queens, he mentioned that three big concerns of his are schools, parks and the police precincts. Specifically, Liu said all three needed more resources and funding, especially the 109th and 111th precincts that cover large areas in his district. As for legislation, Liu said that an increase in the minimum wage and economic development that creates jobs are top priorities, as is the passage of the Women’s Equality Agenda. Liu blamed the latter’s failure in the State Senate on the Republican Caucus and IDC partnership. “If the Democrats actually had control, because they are in the majority, it would have been passed last year,” he said. “It’s been bottled up because Republicans are controlling the agenda.” This week, Liu announced the filing of 7,537 petition signatures with the Board of Elections as well as the endorsement of Borough President Melinda Katz. Even though Primary Day is still nine weeks away, Liu said he was confident that he would come out as the victor in the end. “There has not been a Democratic primary in this district in a very long time,” he said. “I think we have it but I’m not taking anything for granted.” Reach Joe Marvilli at (718) 3577400, Ext. 125, jmarvilli@queenstribune.com, or @JoeMarvilli.

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Parents Push For School Redistricting By Jackie StrawBridge Staff Writer A small group of Northwestern Queens parents are tired of being juggled from one school district to another. A two-block region known by locals as the “lost peninsula” sits against two districts – students living there spend third, fourth and fifth grade in District 24, but are in District 30 up until second grade, and then again for middle school. “People have been living with it, but it’s not something parents like to do,” said Isaac Carmignani, co-president of Community Education Council 30. “And as kids get into middle school, they have enough on their plate – they’re trying to be involved socially with their friends. That’s very important at that age.” Parent Katie Musselwhite-Goldsmith, who has spearheaded a redistricting effort, started a petition several years ago to bring her neighborhood permanently into District 30. She gathered more than 200 signatures. Musselwhite-Goldsmith was told by representatives of then-Mayor Michael Bloomberg to wait until 2014 to pick up the issue, when it was indicated DOE rezoning would take place. Last week, she presented the issue to Chancellor Carmen Fariña. She spoke positively of her interaction with Fariña and the Dept. of Education’s attentiveness. “I’m hopeful, because I’ve had more of a response under this administration than I did under the Bloomberg administration,” Musselwhite-Goldsmith said. For area parents, a possible solution lies in PS 339, scheduled to open in 2015 in Woodside. The Dept. of

Education could instigate a “domino effect,” Carmignani said, by shifting districts to the East once this school opens, so that the “lost peninsula” becomes absorbed by District 30 without too much additional overcrowding. According to a 2011 report released by advocacy group Make the Road New York, Districts 24 and 30 are two of the most overcrowded school districts in the City, with more than half of students attending overburdened schools. “We are aware of the situation and have been actively engaged in listening to concerns of the community,” said Harry Hartfield, a spokesman for the DOE. “While we have not yet made a decision regarding redistricting, we will work with the impacted families to respond to their needs.” Musselwhite-Goldsmith said that besides the disruption to her children’s social spheres, she is worried about the unfamiliar commute the zoning will force them to take. When her son, now in first grade at PS 222, graduates to PS 89, he will cross Roosevelt Avenue into an unfamiliar area. “I can’t imagine having my third grader crossing Roosevelt into a completely different neighborhood,” she said. Roosevelt Avenue is considered a high crash corridor by the Dept. of Transportation. Last month, CEC 24 passed a resolution to reintroduce the lost peninsula into District 30. According to Carmignani, CEC 30 is expected to pass a similar resolution in the coming month. “[We are] working that out between the districts and that’s positive. That’s the grassroots work we’re supposed to be doing,” Carmignani said. Reach Jackie Strawbridge at (718) 357-7400, Ext. 128, jstrawbridge@ queenstribune.com or @JNStrawbridge.

New Members

Councilman Mark Weprin swore in the board members of the Creedmoor Civic Association, an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life in Bellerose. During his visit, Weprin also discussed his work in the district, allowing members to ask questions about issues important to them.

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In Our OpInIOn

Op-ED

Welcome Back, Scholarship Guiding Young It was with great pleasure that we reported on the reinstatement of the Peter F. Vallone Sr. Scholarship this week. For more than 10 years, the scholarship assisted students – regardless of immigration status – by giving them money to go to the City University of New York. While New York State continues to debate the merits of the DREAM Act, many have rightly called the Vallone scholarship the City’s first DREAM Act. The scholarship’s defunding in 2011, allegedly for political retribution, did nothing but hurt students who relied upon the scholarship to help them achieve a higher education. Former Councilman Peter Vallone Jr., along with his father, were outspoken about the need to reinstate the scholarship. Councilman Paul Vallone, the latest member of the family to enter the City Council, said that reinstating the scholarship was one of his primary goals when he took office in January. The return of the Vallone Scholarship is also indicative of a change within the culture of the Council. The defunding was a key example of a system manipulated by politics, and not focusing on the greater good. We applaud the City Council and Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito for helping to push through the reinstatement of the Vallone Scholarship. Now more than ever, as tuition costs continue to grow, students can use all the help they can get. Hopefully, the scholarship continues to help students for generations to come.

In YOur OpInIOn Goodbye Driveable Flushing

To The Editor: here was a goundbreaking ceremony at the Flushing Commons site that is replacing Parking Lot Number 1 last week. Many think this new behemoth project is good for Flushing, others are skeptical or are against it all together. Mayor Bloomberg and developers pushed hard for the project with building renditions of grandeur and talk about how good this was for Flushing. Downtown Flushing needs parking desparately. The developers “cured” that problem by putting a large underground parking lot under the Commons site to hold about 1,600 vehicles. What nobody talked about is the fact that shoppers don’t like to park in big underground lots. Shoppers who drive won’t go there anymore. The Commons underground parking lot is a nail in the coffin for driveable Flushing. No longer does it make sense to drive to downtown Flushing to shop.

Why go through the hassle and pay rates? Some European cities have fabulous underground automated parking lots that are popular and well used. Not here. People, I for one, don’t like to park in large underground parking lots with low ceilings, cramped spaces, with a gate at the entrance and exit. Not to mention feeling safe in them. And, I certainly don’t like paying a minimum 3 bucks for a stay that will only take me a few minutes in any parking lot. The best use of the site would have been for a City owned 5-story parking lot similar to the one in downtown New Rochelle. There you drive in, no gates, park in a numbered spot, put your spot number in the parking machine at the mall entrance, and you pay for the amount of time you expect to use, be that 25 cents for 15 minutes, or 2-3 hours at $1.00 per hour to go to the Immax Theatre. When you leave, you just drive out. There are no gates to stop you for a gate

ticket, and a credit card or cash payment. Consequently, there are no lines to get out. Gated lots are nightmares. If you’ve ever gotten stuck behind somebody who can’t figure our how to use the ticket machine at the Queens Center mall, you would appreciate this kind of easy access lot. At least the Queens Center parking is all above ground and has a safe feel to it. But now the gates there are unmanned and you have to prepay in the mall to get out. Now you get stuck even more when people ahead of you don’t know how to pay and there is no gatekeeper there to tell them. The loss of above ground parking is sealing off Flushing to those who live there and nearby. I would rather drive to Macy’s in Manhasset to shop because I can park right outside the doors. Goodbye driveable Downtown Flushing. It was good to know you. tyler cassell, Flushing

Michael Nussbaum Publisher

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hen young offenders enter the criminal justice system for the first time charged with nonviolent crimes, we have a golden opportunity to impact their lives in a positive way by offering the treatment, services, guidance and support that they need to get back on track. The Queens District Attorney’s Office seizes this opportunity with a variety of lifechanging programs. Here are just a few: In partnership with the Queens Borough Public Library, our Youth Enrichment Program offers 16 to 19 year olds who have committed a first time non-violent misdemeanor offense a chance to participate in a 12-week program of training in computer and job skills, complemented by motivational guest speakers. Young non-violent felony offenders whose criminal conduct is related to alcohol or substance abuse or untreated mental health issues may be eligible for the Queens Treatment Court where they can receive outpatient or residential treatment as an alternative to incarceration. Successful participants receive a favorable disposition of their cases, which may include dismissal or reduction of charges. The Queens Court Academy is an innovative collaborative effort between the District Maureen Coppola Advertising Director Howard Swengler Major Accounts Manager

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Attorney’s Office and the New York City Dept. of Education to help 17 to 21 year old offenders who are not attending or having difficulty in school get their HSE. Since September 2011, a Dept. of Education Restart alternative school has been operating in Borough Hall offering educational instruction, as well as a host of support services, including tutoring, counseling, Metro Cards, breakfast and lunch. Since its inception, close to 70 students have enrolled and several of our graduates now attend college or trade school. Of course, the ideal situation is never to have young people enter the criminal justice system at all. So our office is deeply involved in ongoing prevention programs, including a Boy Scouts Legal Explorers Post, coaching high school mock trial and moot court programs, hosting a monthly Student AdvisoryCouncil, operating a Summer Youth Employment Program and funding Operation Summer Fun in the 101st and 113th Precincts in coordination with the Police Athletic League and maintaining our Far Rockaway Star Track school anti-violence program.

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LEGAL NOTICE

SUMMONS, NOTICE AND BRIEF STATEMENT OF NATURE OF ACTION CONSUMER CREDIT TRANSACTION SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNT Y OF QUEENS INDEX NO. 7869/13 GENE R AT I O N M O R TG AG E COMPANY, Plaintiff, -againstSYLVAN DUNKLEY; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; ALL UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OF IVAN DUNKLEY, AND ANY OF HIS, HER OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST; NYC DEPARTMENT OF FINANCEPARKING VIOLATIONS BUREAU; STEVEN DUNKLEY; “JOHN DOE #1- #50”and “MARY ROE #1- #50”, the last two names being fictitious, said parties intended being tenants or occupants, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises described in the complaint, Defendants. TO THE DEFENDANT ALL UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OF IVAN DUNKLEY AND ANY OF HIS, HER OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to serve upon plaintiff’s attorneys an answer to the complaint in this action within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after service is complete if the Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York. The United States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service hereof. In case of your failure to answer, judgment will be taken against you for the relief demanded in the complaint. Trial is desired in the County of Queens. The basis of venue designated above is that the real property, which is the subject matter of this action, is located in the County of Queens, New York. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME IF YOU DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE MORTGAGE COMPANY WHO FILED THIS FORECLOSURE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT A DEFAULT JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED AND YOU CAN LOSE YOUR HOME. SPEAK TO AN ATTORNEY OR GO TO THE COURT WHERE YOUR CASE IS PENDING FOR

FURTHER INFORMATION ON HOW TO ANSWER THE SUMMONS AND PROTEC T YOUR PROPERTY. SENDING A PAYMENT TO YOUR MORTGAGE COMPANY WILL NOT STOP THIS FORECLOSURE ACTION. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. HELP FOR HOMEOWNERS IN FORECLOSURE New York State Law requires that we send you this notice about the foreclosure process. Please read it carefully. Summon and Complaint You are in danger of losing your home. If you fail to respond to the summons and complaint in this foreclosure action, you may lose your home. Please read the summons and complaint carefully. You should immediately contact an attorney or local legal aid office to obtain advice on how to protect yourself. Source of Information and Assistance The State encourages you to become informed about your options in foreclosure. In addition to seeking assistance from an attorney or legal aid office, there are government agencies and non-profit organizations that you may contact for information about possible options, including trying to work with your lender during this process. To locate an entity near you, you may call the toll-free helpline maintained by the New York State Department of Financial Services at to 1-800-269-0990 visit the Department`s website at www.dfs.ny.gov. Foreclosure rescue scams Be careful of people who approach you with offers to “save” your home. There are individuals who watch for notices of foreclosure actions in order to unfairly profit from a homeowner’s distress. You should be extremely careful about any such promises and any suggestions that you pay them a fee or sign over your deed. State law requires anyone offering such services for profit to enter into a contract which fully describes the services they will perform and fees they will charge, and which prohibits them from taking any money from you until they have completed all such promised services. The foregoing Summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an order of Honorable Robert J. McDonald, Justice of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, signed on the 13th day of May, 2014, in Long Island City, New York and to be duly entered in the Queens County Clerk’s Office, in

Long Island, New York. The Nature of this action pertains to a note and mortgage held by Plaintiff on real property owned by the above named defendants as specified in the complaint filed in this action. The above named defendants have failed to comply with the terms and provisions of the said mortgage and said instruments secured by said mortgage, by failing and omitting to pay the balance due and owing and the Plaintiff has commenced a foreclosure action. Plaintiff is seeking a judgment foreclosing its mortgage against the real property and premises which situates in the City of New York, County of Queens and State of New York and is commonly known as 12018 230th Street, Cambria Heights, New York 11411 and all other relief as to the Court may seem just and equitable. DATED: June 11, 2014 SCHILLER & KNAPP, LLP BY: WILLIAM B. SCHILLER, ESQ. Attorneys for Plaintiff 950 New Loudon Road Latham, New York 12110 Telephone: (518) 786-9069 13-1638 ________________________ Notice of formation of Grand Forest USA, L.P. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on 06/13/2014. Office located in Queens County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the L.P. to 36-34 Maint Street, RM 6F, Flushing, NY 11354. Purpose: any lawful purpose. ________________________ Notice of Formation of UNIQUE BRACELET, LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 06/05/14. Office location: Queens County. Princ. office of LLC: 3100 47th Ave., Long Island City, NY 11101. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to c/o Ekmel Anda, D.C. Group, Inc., d/b/a Unique Settings of New York at the princ. office of the LLC. Purpose: Any lawful activity. ________________________ ZANETIS PROPERTIES LLC Arts. Of org. filed with the SSNY on 2/19/2014 Office loc. Queens County. Agent of LLC upon whom process against the LLC may be served and shall mail copy to 100-04 Shorefront Parkway Ste 22B Rockaway N.Y. 11694 Purpose: Any lawful activity ________________________ Notice of Formation of CYNK LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 6/13/14. Office location: Queens County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against

it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC, c/o Segan LLC, 33-00 Northern Blvd., 2nd Fl., Long Island City, NY 11101. Purpose: any lawful activity. ______________________ NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: 25-62 REALTY LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 04/24/14. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, c/o Konstantinos Vasilopoulos, 149-24 Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone, New York, 11357. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. ________________________ SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NE W YORK COUNT Y OF QUEENS S U P P L E M E N TA L S U M MONS AND NOTICE Index No. 1510/2014 Date Filed: 6/24/2014 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 20031, Plaintiff, against Dayawati Mohabir, if he be living or if he be dead, his spouse, heirs devisees, distributees and successors in interest, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to Plaintiff; Brooklyn Union Gas Go dba National Grid; City of New York Environmental Control Board; City of New York Parking Violations Bureau; City of New York Transit Adjudication Bureau; State of New York; and “JOHN DOE #1” through “JOHN DOE #10”, the last ten names being fictitious and unknown to the Plaintiff, the person or parties intended being the person or parties, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the mortgaged premises described in the complaint, Defendant(s). PROPERTY ADDRESS: 10452 118th Street, Richmond Hill, NY 11419 TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or a notice of appearance on the attorneys for the Plaintiff within thirty (30) days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service. The United States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may appear within sixty (60) days of service hereof. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint. NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OB-

JECT of the above captioned action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure $206,250.00 and interest, recorded in the QUEENS County Office of the City Register on April 9, 2003, in CRFN 2003000084084 covering premises known as 104-52 118th Street, Richmond Hill, NY 11419. The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above. Plaintiff designates QUEENS County as the place of trial. Venue is based upon the County in which the mortgaged premises is situated. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME IF YOU DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE MORTGAGE COMPANY WHO FILED THIS FORECLOSURE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT, A DEFAULT JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED AND YOU CAN LOSE YOUR HOME. SPEAK TO AN ATTORNEY OR GO TO THE COURT WHERE YOUR CASE IS PENDING FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON HOW TO ANSWER THE SUMMONS AND PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY. SENDING A PAYMENT TO YOUR MORTGAGE COMPANY WILL NOT STOP THIS FORECLOSURE ACTION. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Dated: May 14, 2014 Frank M. Cassara, Esq. Associate Attorney Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard, Rochester, NY 14624 (585) 247-9000 Our File No. 13031197 Premises known as 104-52 118th Street , Richmond Hill, NY 11419. All that certain property situate, lying and being in the Borough and County of Queens, City and State of New York. Block 9571, Lot 31 ________________________ SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NE W YORK COUNT Y OF QUEENS Index No.: 8931/07 Date Purchased: 4-6-07 SUMMONS Plaintiffs designate Queens County as the place of trial. The basis of venue is: Location of Occurrence Plaintiffs reside at: 30-63 14th Street, Apt. 2R, Astoria, NY 11102 County of Queens DENNIS L. MARTINEZ and LUIS MARTINEZ, Plaintiffs, -against- WALTER McSWEENEY, WALTER McSWEENEY as Executor of

the Estate of ELLEN LASZCZEWSKI and GILBERTO RIVAS, Defendants. To the above named Defendants: You are hereby summoned to answer the complaint in this action, and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the complaint is not served with this summons, to serve a notice of appearance on the Plaintiff’s attorneys within twenty days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service, where service is made by delivery upon you personally within the state, or, within30 days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint. Dated: Bronx, New York April 2, 2007 RICHARD E. NUNEZ Corpina, Piergrossi, Overzat & Klar, LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff(s) DENNIS L. MARTINEZ and LUIS MARTINEZ 2344 Eastchester Road Bronx, New York 104695911 718-515-6000 Our File No. 16223 TO: GILVERTO RIVAS 611 Onderdonk Avenue Ridgewood, NY 11385 WALTER MCSWEENEY 611 Onderdonk Avenue Ridgewood, NY 11385 WALTER MCSWEENEY as Executor of the Estate of ELLEN LASZCZEWSKI 611 Onderdonk Avenue Ridgewood, NY 11385 “In this negligence action, the plaintiff, DENNIS L. MARTINEZ (female), seeks to recover damages for serious personal injuries she sustained on June 25, 2006, when a defective window in the living room of an apartment at the premises located at 611 Onderdonk Avenue, Ridgwood, New York, ownerd by Walter McSweeney and the Estate of Ellen Laszczewski, fell on her hand. The subject window was located in an apartment, which at the time, was occupied by Gilberto Rivas. The plaintiff, LUIS MARTINEZ, seeks to recover for loss of services due to the injuries sustained by his spouse, DENNIS L. MARTINEZ. Plaintiffs seek judgment against the defendants on both causes of action in a sum which exceeds the jurisdictional limits of all lower courts which would otherwise have jurisdiction, together with the costs and disbursements of this action. ” ________________________ Stone Expo & Cabinetry LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 8/8/11. Office in Queens Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 36-07 Bud Pl, Flushing, NY 11354. Purpose: General.

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qUEENS thiS wEEk New Artist Coalition Wants More Creative Space

By Jackie StrawBridge Staff Writer

At a time when many local artists are finding themselves priced out of living and working space, one creative coalition hopes to bring them more opportunities, tables to work on and walls to hang their work. Recreate Queens, led by resident Nancy Kleaver, was conceived late last year through a conversation with Councilman Jimmy Van Bramer (DSunnyside). According to Kleaver, Van Bramer suggested building a community arts and learning center. “We took that charge pretty seriously,” Kleaver said. “What the artists that I’m working with are saying is, ‘hey, I want my arts company to thrive here, but I literally have no space to produce my work.’” According to Kleaver, Recreate Queens has been actively searching for a site and already has their eye on one option. However, Kleaver noted that Recreate Queens was also formed more broadly to bring artists together and expand arts opportunities throughout the area, with activities and events such as the crafts fair they will hold in partnership with Sunnyside Shines. This free event will run on July 26 as part of the annual Summer Strolls series, on 46th Street under the Sunnyside arch. According to Rachel Thieme of Sunnyside Shines, more than 500 people attended last year’s craft fair. The event is made possible through the Dept. of Transportation’s Weekend Walks program. Recreate Queens is developing a number of other projects, with an ultimate goal of securing capital funding for space and projects within a year. The group has also partnered with the urban studies department at Queens College to study community needs for creative learning, such as how to attract and retain artists in the area, and which students do not have access to arts education programming. “It’s about advocating, coming together and coming up with a plan, and being ready to jump on any opportunity that comes our way,” Kleaver said. Reach Jackie Strawbridge at (718) 357-7400, Ext. 128, jstrawbridge@ queenstribune.com or @JNStrawbridge.

112th Precinct Captain Takes Over The 109th

By JOe MarViLLi Staff Writer

The police captain of the 112th precinct has a new assignment as the

Captain thomas Conforti, pictured with new 112th precinct Captain Judith harrison, recently took charge of the 109th precinct.

Commanding Officer of the 109th precinct. Captain Thomas Conforti has taken over as the head of the 109th precinct, an area that covers Flushing, Queensboro Hill, College Point, Whitestone, Beechhurst and Bay Terrace. He replaces Inspector Brian Maguire, who has a new assignment in the Narcotics Bureau. Conforti built up a positive reputation at the 112th precinct, which he presided over for a two-year period free of murders or shootings. The area, which covers Forest Hills and Rego Park, also had some of the lowest robbery and grand theft auto statistics in modern times. He said that the 109th has similar challenges as the 112th, but on a larger scale. “If you go back to my history in the 112th, especially the Twitter history, you’re going to see the crimes are very similar, except this precinct is five to six times larger,” he said. “I saw in the 112th that we made a difference by getting out there and speaking to the people and making people understand how to not become a victim. By doing the same exact thing in this community, it’s going to have the same benefits.” Community outreach plays a significant role in Conforti’s leadership style. During his time at the 112th, he became known for his active use of social media, particularly Twitter. He said that this tool allows the precinct to not only stay in touch and offer tips to residents in the area, but it would limit false information from spreading. “I’m a big believer in social media. The goal is to get information out to everyone at the same time,” he said. “One of the biggest successes out of it was back in April with the train derailment in the 108th precinct. Probably 50 to 60 percent of the people who reside in my precinct use that subway line. We tweeted out different routes for people to find their way home. Once you get the following, it’s going to be a very powerful tool for the precinct.” As of press time, the @NYPD109Pct Twitter account had more than 500 followers, a number that Conforti

said he thinks will quickly jump into the thousands as the precinct continues to reach out to the community, both in-person and digitally. For Conforti, the 109th precinct is familiar territory as he headed the detective squad there for four years. The captain knew Maguire from when they were both at the 109th, though they only overlapped for a couple of months. Maguire is moving on to become the Commanding Officer of Narcotics Borough Queens. He said in a letter to the 109th Precinct Community Council that he will miss the precinct he led for more than four years. “It has been my pleasure to serve the community and build friendships and partnerships with people throughout the 109th Precinct,” he said. “I am sure that I will continually look back upon these years with fondness for the people of this great command.” Over in the 112th Precinct, Captain Judith Harrison is taking over as its new Commanding Officer. Harrison has served in several Queens precincts, as well as the Police Academy, Patrol Borough Queens North and the Community Affairs Bureau. Conforti said Harrison should consider what works but she should also embrace change. “Just because it worked for me doesn’t mean it would work for her. Often, I’ve learned that change is good, even if it’s not apparent that certain things aren’t working. It seems to me that when you change things around a little bit, it increases the productivity and attitude,” he said. “She’ll do a fabulous job there.” As for his own new job, Conforti is evaluating how operations run at the 109th precinct, looking at which policies and procedures are working. However, he said that he will be engaged heavily in community outreach. “When you tie the community relations with crime prevention methods with social media with the hard work of the officers and a little direction by the person in charge, you obtain great results. That’s what I anticipate here,” Conforti said. “It’s a partnership between us and the community.” Reach Joe Marvilli at (718) 3577400, Ext. 125, jmarvilli@queenstribune.com, or @JoeMarvilli.

Reconstructed Seawall Open After Long Wait

By Jackie StrawBridge Staff Writer

The long awaited seawall at Queensbridge Park is now open for picnics, afternoon walks and fishing expeditions. The buckled, cracked seawall was fenced off for several years, after having suffered decay and erosion against the East River. Of the restored seawall, Commu-

nity Board 1 Parks and Culture chair Richard Khuzami said, “It’s wonderful. It’s actually more than I expected. We’ve been trying to get this seawall built for a number of years.” He added that the reconstruction has been part of CB1’s capital request for more than a decade. The seawall was restored with funding allocated by Councilman Jimmy Van Bramer (D-Sunnyside), who secured $3.65 million for the project, as well as $1 million each from former Borough President Helen Marshall, former Mayor Michael Bloomberg and the MTA. “There was a lot of money involved. Raising the money was the obstacle. But I’m thankful that all of the persons who worked with it raised the money to do it,” Elizabeth McQueen, a Queensbridge resident and president of the community advocacy group Friends of Queensbridge Park, said. U.S. Rep. Carolyn Maloney (DAstoria) has been involved in the reconstruction planning for several years. She said the project “fell asleep” at the Army Corps of Engineers and was brought back to the Parks Dept. A crucial step forward in the reconstruction, according to Maloney, was securing mitigation funds from the MTA. “It shows that it takes a village often to get things done,” Maloney said. “It takes the hope and desire of many people.” Besides beautifying the area, the new seawall is also designed to benefit the shoreline on an environmental level. According to Parks Commissioner Mitchell Silver, the seawall is reinforced by stone revetment, which protects the bank against erosion. Green space was also maximized to absorb rain water and reduce runoff into the river. Maude Askin has been a Queensbridge resident for more than 50 years. She said she used to bring her children to walk along the water, before the area became dilapidated. “It looks beautiful, I’m so glad they brought it back. It’s a blessing,” Askin said. “It’s coming back to how it used to be.” Reach Jackie Strawbridge at (718) 357-7400, Ext. 128, jstrawbridge@ queenstribune.com or @JNStrawbridge.

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LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of Formation of AUDIONAUGHT SOUND LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 12/20/13. Office Location: Queens Count y. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to c/o United States Corporation Agents, Inc., 7014 13th Ave, Ste 202, Brooklyn, NY 11228. The registered agent of the limited liability company whom process against it may be served is United States Corporation Agents, Inc., 7014 13th Ave, Ste 202, Brooklyn, NY 11228. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. ________________________ Notice of Formation of ZIMBA PROPERTIES LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 04/15/14. Office location: Queens County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Kelsy Zimba, 71-37 70th St., Apt. #B, Glendale, NY 11385. Purpose: Any lawful activity. ________________________ SUMMONS Index No. 11204/11 D/O/F: 5/9/2011 Premises Address: 63-41 110TH ST FOREST HILLS, NY 11375-1881 BLOCK 2182 LOT 103 STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT: COUNT Y OF QUEENS WELLS FARGO BANK, NA DBA AMERICAS SERVICING COMPANY 3476 Stateview Boulevard Ft. Mill, SC 29715, Plaintiff, -against- BHARGAVI PATEL, NEW YORK CITY ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL BOARD, NEW YORK CIT Y PARKING VIOL ATIONS BUREAU, NEW YORK CITY TRANSIT ADJUDICATION BUREAU, NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE, UNITED INTERNATIONAL BANK, JOHN DOES (said names being fictitious, parties intended being possible tenants or occupants of premises and corporations, other entities or persons who have, claim, or may claim, a lien against, or other interest in, the premises.), Defendant(s) TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action, and to serve a copy of your Answer, or, if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a Notice of Appearance on the Plaintiff’s Attorneys within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, where service, or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner, than by personal delivery within the

State. The United States of America, if designated as a Defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service hereof. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Queens County is designated as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the location of the mortgaged premises foreclosed herein. Dated: May 5, 2011 Stuart P. Frame, Esq. Steven J. Baum, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 220 Northpointe Parkway Suite G Amherst, NY 14228 Tel.: 716-204-2400 Help For Homeowners In Foreclosure New York State Law requires that we send you this notice about the foreclosure process. Please read it carefully. Mortgage foreclosure is a complex process. Some people may approach you about “saving” your home. You should be extremely careful about any such promises. The State encourages you to become informed about your options in foreclosure. There are government agencies, legal aid entities and other nonprofit organizations that you may contact for information about foreclosure while you are working with your lender during this process. To locate an entity near you, you may call the toll-free helpline maintained by the New York State Banking Department at 1-877-BANKNYS (1-877-2265697) or visit the Department’s website at www.banking.state.ny.us. The State does not guarantee the advice of these agencies. ________________________ Notice is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on JUN 11 2014 bearing Index Number NC-000413-14/ QU, a copy of which may be examined at the Office

of the Clerk, located at 89-17 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11435, grants me the right to: Assume the name of (First) Thomas (Middle) Lanchun (Last) Liu My present name is (First) Lanchun (Last) Liu My present address is 6940 224th St., Oakland Gardens, NY 11364 My place of birth is China My date of birth is April 25, 1974 ________________________ Notice of Formation of 37-15 11TH STREET, LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 06/25/14. Office location: Queens County. Princ. office of LLC: 37-20 12th St., Long Island City, NY 11101. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC at the princ. office of the LLC. Purpose: Any lawful activity. ________________________ RJ&CT LLC Arts. Of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 6/2/14. Office in Queens Co. SSNY design. Agent of LLC upon whom process against itmay be served. SSNY shall mail process to 41-25 Kissena Blvd 101E, Flushing, NY 11355. Purpose: General. ________________________ Muevete LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/28/13. Office in Queens Co. SSNY design. Agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to C/O United States Corporation Agents, Inc., 7014 13th Ave Ste 202, Brooklyn, NY 11228. Purpose: General. ________________________ Notice is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on JUN 19 2014 bearing Index Number NC-000464-14/ QU, a copy of which may be examined at the Office of the Clerk, located at 89-17 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11435, grants me the right to: Assume the name of (First) Chan (Middle) Debi (Last) Harriprasad My present name is (First) Chandra Wati (Middle) Devi (Last) Harriprasad aka Chan Debi Harriprasad, aka Chandra Wat D Harriprasad, aka Chandra Wattie Harriprashad My present address is 133-10 97th Avenue, South Richmond Hill, NY 11419 My place of birth is Guyana My date of birth is January 07, 1949 ________________________ Notice is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on JUN 19 2014 bearing Index Number NC-000353-14/ QU, a copy of which may be examined at the Office of the Clerk, located at 89-17 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11435, grants me the

right to: Assume the name of (First) Grace (Last) Suchit My present name is (First) Grace (Middle) Kanaya Suchit (Last) Ali aka Grace Ali aka Grace S Ali, aka Kanaya, aka Grace Suchit, aka Grace Kanaya Suchit-Ali My present address is 111-30 112 St., South Ozone Park, NY 11420 My place of birth is Trinidad & Tobago My date of birth is March 23, 1961 ________________________ At the Commercial Division Part D of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, County of Queens, held at the Courthouse located at 88-11 Sutphin Blvd., Jamaica, New York, on the 1st day of July 2014. Index No. 703993/2014 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE PRESENT: Honorable MARTIN E. RITHOLTZ JUSTICE In the Matter of the Application of GERALD RUGGIERO, the Holder of Twenty-Five Percent (25%) of all Outstanding Shares entitled to vote in an election of directors, Petitioner, for the Dissolution of 87-04 REALTY CORP., a Domestic Corporation, under Section 1104-a of the Business Corporation Law. Petitioner GERALD RUGGIERO, representing Twenty-five Percent (25%) of all Outstanding Shares OF 8704 REALTY CORP. moves this Court for an Order requiring 87-04 REALTY CORP. and all persons interested in said corporation to Show Cause Why said corporation should not be dissolved, pursuant to and in accordance with section 1104-a of the Business Corporation Law (“BCL”) of the State or New York, together with related relief. NOW, UPON READING AND FILING the Petition of GERALD RUGGIERO, verified on the 9th day of June 2014, the Affirmation of Alexandr Guiss dated June 9, 2014 and the exhibits annexed thereto; it is: ORDERED that 87-04 REALTY CORP. and all persons interested in said corporation show cause before this Court at a hearing at Commercial Civision, Part D, at the Courthouse in Courtroom 313, located at 88-11 Sutphin Blvd., Jamaica, New York, to be held on the 12th day of September 2014, at 2:15 p.m., why an Order should not be entered herein dissolving 87-04 REALTY CORP. and winding up its affairs in an orderly fashion under the supervision of this Court, pursuant to BCL 1104-a; and it is further ORDERED that, on or before the 25th day of July 2014, the Petitioner cause to be served personally upon CAROL ANTONUCCI, JANET EBERHART and 8704 REALTY CORP., with the Clerk of the Commercial Division Part D; and it is fur-

ther ORDERED that, within ten days after this Order is entered, the Petitioner file with the Queens County Clerk of the Supreme Court a copy of the Petition, this Order and the papers upon which this Order is based; and it is further ORDERED that, at least once in each of the three (3) weeks before the time appointed for the hearing on this Order, Petitioner cause to be published a copy of this Order in The Queens Tribune; with petitioner to serve and file affidavit of publication and proof of payment and it is further ORDERED that, before the time appointed for said hearing, 87-04 REALTY CORP., cause to be served a copy of the Petition, this Order and the papers upon which this Order is based upon the New York State Tax Commission, and the New York State Attorney General and upon each and every creditor or claimant of the corporation, except upon a person whose address is unknown and cannot with due diligence be ascertained – said service to be (a) made personally, at least ten days before the time appointed for the hearing, or (b) by mailing a copy of the order, petition and exhibits certified mail return receipt requested, at least twenty days before the time so appointed, addressed to the person to be served at his last known address; and it is further ORDERED that, before the time appointed for the aforesaid hearing, 87-04 REALTY CORP., furnish the Court and the Petitioner with (a) a statement of the corporate assets and liabilities and (b) a schedule of the name and address of each and every creditor or claimant of the corporation; and it is further (c) the name, address, of each and every emplo9yee from inceptions ORDERED that, within ten days after the furnishing of said statement and said schedule, 87-04 REALTY CORP. file with the Clerk of the Supreme Court for Queens County a copy of each; and it is further ORDERED that Pending the Hearing of this Order to Show Cause, all creditors of and/or other persons or entities interested in said corporation, and their representatives, attorneys and assigns, be and they hereby are RESTRAINED AND ENJOINED from beginning any action against 87-04 REALTY CORP., and from taking any proceedings in any such action already commenced, or in any other proceedings or filings, except by permission of this Court, on Application and Notice to the Petitioner. ENTER J.S.C. HON. MARTIN E. RITHOLTZ ________________________

Notice is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on MAY 19 2014 bearing Index Number NC-001067-13/ QU, a copy of which may be examined at the Office of the Clerk, located at 89-17 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11435, grants me the right to: Assume the name of (First) Daniyal (Middle) Syed Muhammad Ali (Last) Zaidi My present name is (First) Syed (Middle) Muhammad Daniyal (Last) Zaidi aka Syed M. Zaidi (infant) My present address is 85-15 139th Street, Apt. #4A, Jamaica, NY 11435-2602 My place of birth is Pakistan My date of birth is January 26, 1997 Assume the name of (First) Moosa (Middle) Syed Muhammad Bilal (Last) Zaidi My present name is (First) Syed (Middle) Muhammad Moosa (Last) Zaidi aka Syed M. Zaidi (infant) My present address is 85-15 139th Street, Apt. #4A, Jamaica, NY 114352602 My place of birth is Pakistan My date of birth is July 31, 2006 ________________________ Notice is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on MAY 20 2014 bearing Index Number NC-000312-14/ QU, a copy of which may be examined at the Office of the Clerk, located at 89-17 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11435, grants me the right to: Assume the name of (First) Brian (Last) Omana Sanceno My present name is (First) Brian (Last) Sanceno Omana My present address is 99-09 95th St., Apt. 2E, Ozone Park, NY 11416 My place of birth is Queens, NY My date of birth is August 26, 1995 ________________________ Notice is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on JUN 23 2014 bearing Index Number NC-000379-14/ QU, a copy of which may be examined at the Office of the Clerk, located at 89-17 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11435, grants me the right to: Assume the name of (First) Catherine (Last) Perea My present name is (First) Caterine (Last) Gonzalo aka Caterine Gonzalo Perea, aka Caterine Gonzalo-Perea My present address is 91-21 214th St., Queens Village, NY 11428 My place of birth is Queens, NY My date of birth is July 30, 1993

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Children Read To Vet Parents About Freedom BY JOE MARVILLI Staff Writer While many people spent the Thursday before the Fourth of July preparing for barbecues and fireworks, a few children read letters to their military parents about the meaning of freedom. In North Shore-LIJ’s Community Health Building in Manhasset, three members of the armed forces came together to listen to their children talk about what their parents’ service meant to them. The letters they read included feelings of pride, fear and happiness over their parents’ respective positions. This event came out of the hospital’s VALOR employer resource group, which is dedicated to helping veterans re-enter civilian life and the civilian workforce. Members of this reintegration program were selected for the first edition of this event, where their children celebrated Independence Day by talking about the price of freedom and the sacrifices made by all. “I think that people who have served, you’ve made this investment. I think these kids are invested too,” Andrew Roberts, director of Military and Veterans Liaison Services at North Shore-LIJ, said. “They have a better appreciation for what we’re celebrating this weekend. I think they did

am grateful to him and all a great job of sharing that his Marine friends, because with us today.” their sacrifice afforded us Two of the guests have with the opportunity to connections to Queens. Kamake our own choices,” he trina Aronoff and her two said. “I am proud to be an daughters, Alina and EvAmerican, because as a naelyn, are from Forest Hills. tion we achieved freedom, Katrina is a reservist in the and today is a good day to U.S. Coast Guard, as well remember that freedom is as a radiation therapist. not free.” Both Alina and Evelyn were Juan responded to proud of their mom. Camilo’s letter, saying that “In the military, my mom his son understood what it helps people by protecting takes for a family member them and saving them from drowning or dying. It is imPhoto by Joe Marvilli to be supportive to those portant to save people be- Alina (left), Katrina and Evelyn Aronoff took park fighting overseas. He added cause it is not always about in North Shore-LIJ’s event, where children read let- that the children of military members are essential in yourself,” Alina said. “I bet ters about their parents’ military service. recovering and transitionshe was a great big hero.” Evelyn was also enthusiastic, say- they feel. For them to open up about ing back into civilian life. “They are your nurse, they are your ing that she wants to follow in her it, it kind of takes your breath away,” mother’s footsteps in her letter. Katrina said. “I wanted to fulfill my therapist. They are the ones who assist “My mom is the best. My mom saves dream of being in the Coast Guard. It you in that transition and assist you people. My mom rides boats. My mom was a family decision. I couldn’t do it with becoming free of being afraid,” he said. “Being overseas, you get to can be a hero,” she said. “When I grow without them.” up, I want to be in the Coast Guard.” Another speaker was Camilo Ser- endure many things that are not spoKatrina said she was grateful to rano, the son of Juan Serrano, who ken about. People will not be able to North Shore-LIJ for the opportunity served in the Marine Corps from understand unless you are there.” Although this is the first time North to hear her daughters speak from 2000 to 2009 and now works for the heart on their mom’s path in the North-Shore LIJ in Rego Park. Juan Shore-LIJ has held this type of event, military, a decision she made with her was injured during his time overseas, Roberts said he hopes it becomes an family’s blessing about a year and a fracturing his neck. This injury gave annual tradition. Reach Joe Marvilli at (718) 357half ago. Camilo a personal perspective on the 7400, Ext. 125, jmarvilli@queenstri“It’s pretty amazing. It’s so hard sacrifices of U.S. soldiers. for little people to talk about how “I am glad my father is alive and I bune.com, or @JoeMarvilli.

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Translatinas And Allies March For Equality By Jackie StrawBridge Staff Writer Cries of â&#x20AC;&#x153;no mĂĄs a la discriminacĂonâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;undocumented, unafraidâ&#x20AC;? rang out in Jackson Heights Monday evening as a group of transgender Latina women and allies marched for visibility, respect and equality. The third annual Translatina March was organized by advocacy group Make the Road New York (MRNY), and stepped off at their offices on Roosevelt Avenue. Translatina womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s struggles are unique in part because this group is disproportionately affected by unemployment and low wages. According to the Movement Advancement Project, Latino transgender unemployment was the most pronounced of any race and orientation group. Once in a job, fewer Latino LGBT individuals feel safe coming out at work than white LGBT individuals, according to the Human Rights Campaign. Joselyn Mendoza spoke before the march of her experience in retail, where she said she worked 65 hours a week below the minimum wage and was punished inordinately for being late. She said she is still owed $2,800 from a now-defunct business. Mendoza also said that when she

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Transgender Latina women and their allies marched for equality in Jackson Heights on Monday.

began her gender transition while working at a restaurant, she stopped getting hours. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Now I feel that I need to hide my identity if I want to find a job,â&#x20AC;? Mendoza said. The Anti-Violence Project (AVP) reports that transgender people, particularly minorities, also face the most severe forms of violence. According to AVP, 72 percent of hate violence homicides in 2013 were against transgender women, all but one of whom was a minority. Marchers traveled down Roosevelt

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Avenue and back up 37th Avenue, stopping on the way outside of El Puerto de Acapulco, a restaurant where one of the members said she had recently received discriminatory service. According to MRNY, El Puerto de Acapulco refused her request to turn down their music and purposefully brought her the wrong order. El Puerto de Acapulco declined to comment. Unlike the larger LGBT pride parades and rallies that have been taking place throughout June in many U.S. cities, MRNYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Translatina March

is geared specifically to the Jackson Heights community. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Three years ago we started with a dream to create a small marchâ&#x20AC;Ś to create consciousness around the Jackson Heights LGBTQ communities and allies that weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re here, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re present and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a very integral part of this neighborhood,â&#x20AC;? march organizer Bianey Garcia said. Councilman Daniel Dromm (DJackson Heights), who founded the Queens Pride Parade that took place early in June, considered the importance of a community-centric march. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is the most powerful march in New York City,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is where change really occurs. When we bring it down to the home level, where people live.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a huge presence in Jackson Heights but we are not entitled to all the rights, a slice of the American pie,â&#x20AC;? marcher Brooke Cerda, a Translatina woman and activist, said. Cerda said that she hopes the march and similar awareness events will translate into greater attention from politicians, more funding for transgender issues and policy reform. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are not recognized as human beings like any other woman,â&#x20AC;? Cerda said. Reach Jackie Strawbridge at (718) 357-7400 Ext. 128, jstrawbridge@ queenstribune.com or @JNStrawbridge.

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FataL accident - At approximately 10:22 p.m. on June 29, police responded to a 911 call of a motor vehicle collision at Jamaica Avenue and Springfield Boulevard. Upon arrival, police discovered a 31-year-old female operator of a 2002 Suzuki GSXR motorcycle with severe trauma to the body. EMS transferred her to Long Island Jewish Hospital, where she was pronounced dead. A preliminary investigation determined that the operator of the motorcycle was traveling eastbound on Jamaica Avenue when she was struck by a 22-year-old operator of a 1997 Nissan Maxima traveling westbound on Jamaica Avenue, attempting to make a left turn to proceed southbound on Springfield Boulevard. The driver of the Nissan Maxima remained on the scene. The investigation is ongoing.

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110th Precinct

coLLision - At approximately 4:30 a.m. on July 5, officers responded to 92nd Street and Roosevelt Avenue. Upon arrival, officers discovered that an unidentified male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle operated by Romulo Mejia, 42, of Florida, traveling eastbound on Roosevelt Avenue. EMS responded and pronounced the pedestrian dead and transported Mejia and his 35 year-old female passenger to Elmhurst General Hospital in stable condition. After investigating, officers arrested Mejia and charged him with Vehicular Manslaughter with a previous conviction for DWI, Criminally Negligent Homicide, Aggravated Unlicensed Operator and DWI with a previous conviction in the past 10 years.

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atteMpted Murder - At 4:36 p.m. on July 3, officers responded to a report of a person shot in front of 2710 8th St. Upon arrival, officers discovered the first victim, a 15-year-old male, with a gunshot wound to his shoulder and the second victim, a 30-year-old male, with a gunshot wound to his torso and leg. EMS responded to the location and transported the victims to Elmhurst General Hospital. The first victim was listed in stable condition, while the second was listed in critical but stable condition. A Lieutenant and two officers, assigned to the Queens North Conditions Unit, were on patrol in an unmarked police vehicle, when they heard shots fired and a male lying on the floor in front of 27-10 8th St. The suspect fled east on 27th Avenue and drove until it struck another vehicle at the intersection of 26th Avenue and 21st Street. Both occupants fled the vehicle on foot but officers stopped the passenger, Shannon Smith, 34, and place him under arrest. A .45 caliber Ruger handgun was recovered from Smith. Smith was charged with Attempted Murder 2, Assault 2, Criminal Possession of a Weapon 2, reckless Endangerment 1, Criminal Possession of Stolen Property (.45 Cal. Ruger), Resisting Arrest and Criminal Possession of a Weapon 4.

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BY JORDAN GIBBONS Staff Writer U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-Flushing) held a press conference tuesday morning to urge undocumented immigrants in New york to enroll and reapply for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program. the program implemented by President barack obama allows qualified immigrants under the age of 31, who were brought into this country as children illegally, to receive work permits and stay in the United States for two years. this protection allows them to remain safe from deportation. DACA protections will begin to expire this September but the U.S. Dept. of homeland Security announced last month that it will accept renewal requests for an additional two years. Meng thanked local immigration advocacy groups who were in attendance for helping undocumented immigrants apply for this program since its inception in 2012. “I want to say thank you to our wonderful organizations who are here today who have literally been in the neighborhoods, on the ground helping people, helping our young people apply for DACA and making sure they apply for this program to bring them out of the shadows,” Meng said. “Many of these children, many of these youth know no other home except for the United States.” Approximately 560,000 immigrants have been granted DACA protection, but it is estimated that thousands of immigrants in New york are eligible for the program but have not applied for it yet. Meng said that only two-thirds of those eligible actually applied, because some people either do not know about the program or are afraid of negative conse-

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Assemblyman Francisco Moya, Jessica Orozco, director of Immigration and Civic Engagement at the Hispanic Federation and U.S. Rep. Grace Meng spoke about the importance to apply and reapply for DACA. quences if they do apply. “our communities need to spread the word about DACA,” she said. the Rev. Patrick Keating, CEo of Catholic Migration Services, said that DACA is a glimmer of hope for immigrant children. he said it gives young people “an opportunity to avoid fear and continue their education, to continue working, to continue being a part of America and continuing to make America great.” Keating said that while DACA may only be a temporary fix, it is an opportunity for young immigrants. Renewal applications should be submitted at least 120 days before DACA protections expire to ensure a smooth transition without the possibility for deportation. Assemblyman Francisco Moya (D-Jackson heights) said he want-

ed to remind the youth to reapply. “this is such a critical and important program and the right step in the right direction for so many undocumented youth,” Moya said. “Especially here in New york. this is the critical step for these young students.” Grace Shin, executive director of the MinKwon Center for Community Action, said her organization has provided legal assistance to more than 500 applicants to the DACA program since it was announced. “We encourage everyone to come to us,” Shin said. “We have free legal services. I would highly encourage all the renewals… would renew as early as possible in their window. they do not want to lag in time.” Shin also advised DACA recipients to consult with an immigration attorney on any other permanent

forms of relief that they might be eligible for. She also cautioned against consulting with an immigration specialist or a broker, as they may not be accredited. “there have been a high number of deportations under President obama,” Meng said. “We just, in Congress also, emphasize that these are real people that are being deported. I have constituents that are being deported every week, every month, being separated from their families.” Applicants must prove they were under the age of 31 as of June 15, 2012 and they came to the United States before reaching their 16th birthday. For additional criteria information, visit www.uscis.gov. Reach Jordan Gibbons at (718)357-7400 Ext. 123, jgibbons@queenspress.com or @jgibbons2

City Council Restores Peter F. Vallone Scholarship BY JOE MARVILLI Staff Writer the Peter F. Vallone Scholarship is back. Missing from the budget since 2011, the scholarship that gives financial relief to thousands of CUNy students was restored for the Fiscal year 2015 budget that was passed by the City Council on June 25. It will start up again for this fall’s semester. the merit-based scholarship will receive $11.1 million in funding to assist about 13,500 CUNy students who maintain a b av-

erage or above. It will give these students about $400 per semester towards their education. the scholarship is named after former Council Speaker, Peter Vallone Sr. First enacted in 1998, the scholarship helped many students attending CUNy schools each year, regardless of immigration status. It was left on the budget cutting room floor in 2011 by former Speaker Christine Quinn. Former councilman Peter Vallone Jr. believed the move was retaliation from Quinn for his push against renaming the Queensboro bridge as the Ed Koch Queensboro bridge. Quinn denied that the schol-

arship cut was politically-motivated. “I applaud our Speaker and every member of our City Council for fully supporting this critical initiative,” Councilman Paul Vallone (D-bayside) said. “by restoring the City Council CUNy Merit based Scholarship, we have once again issued a challenge to every student in New york City. If you make the commitment to be the best student you can be, then we will stand with you as we open the doors to a college education together. Now we have restored the hopes and dreams of every student to obtain a quality education.”

Vallone Sr. said he was thrilled and thankful to see his namesake scholarship restored by the City Council. “It’s hard to express in words my gratitude to the Speaker, my son Paul and all his colleagues on the Council for restoring this landmark scholarship,” he said. “the best thanks comes from the thousands of young scholars who now can be the best they possibly can be and change this City and world for the better!” Reach Joe Marvilli at (718) 3577400, Ext. 125, jmarvilli@queenstribune.com, or @JoeMarvilli.

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Discover The Area With Wheel Fun Rentals Explore Queens with your family with Wheel Fun Rentals bikes, which offer the best way for you and your family to enjoy your staycation this summer. The brand new Wheel Fun Rentals at Flushing Meadows Corona Park offers the chance for you and your family to see the area by land and sea. “For families looking for staycation, Flushing Meadows Corona Park is one of the most fun parks,” Sheena Walenta, Director of Marketing at Wheel Fun Rentals, said. Families have several choices of bikes at Flushing Meadows Corona Park. Families can rent the Surrey for three adults and two children or the double Surrey for six adults and two children. “The Surrey allows you to be with your whole family together,” Walenta said. “It covers more grounds than you would be walking. It allows you to explore and see all the different areas in the park.” There are other rentals families or individuals can ride in. The Deuce Coupe, Chopper and Quad Sport are also great choices. Those wishing to explore Meadow Lake can do so in a pedal boat or kayak. Customers have the choice between single or double pedals or kayaks. There is also a choice of paying for an hour,

half a day or the whole day. According to Walenta, Wheel Fun Rentals offers an Annual Pass that pays for itself in one visit. She added that a customer is able to get an annual pass by paying for their rentals plus an additional $10, which makes them eligible for 50 percent

off all rentals for a year. Wheel Fun Rentals is inexpensive and a type of staycation that everyone can enjoy, from the youngest in the family to the oldest. “We are the only company that has a wide variety, something for everyone, very family

friendly,” Walenta said. Other than Flushing Meadows Park, Wheel Fun Rentals is located at Jacob Riis Park, which offers beach rentals, and World’s Fair Marina. For more information about Wheel Fun Rentals, visit www.wheelfunrentals.com/Locations.

Travel To New Places In Queens At Garvies Point To examine the unfamiliar and step back in history, Queens residents need only travel to the Garvies Point Museum at Glen Cove. This summer, besides enjoying the museum’s regular programming of nature classes and craft workshops, kids and adults can take a staycation to the area for Garvies Point Day on Aug. 2. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the museum will hold nature-oriented programs such as a beach exploration walk, bird walks, butterfly gardens, movies and a live animal show, according to acting administrator Veronica Natale. Garvies Point Day is held rain or shine, and admission is $5. All events but the beach exploration – which is scheduled around the tides – will be ongoing throughout the day, so visitors can easily pick and choose what they hope to attend. Natale said that last year, around

300 people attended the event. “[Garvies Point] can be geared to many different ages,” Natale added. “We just want to enrich people’s lives, and to give them an appreciation for what we have.” Residents who are unable to attend Garvies Point Day can still make a trip out of a visit to the museum. Programs such as wood exploration, beginner’s birding and Native American pottery classes are sched-

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Swim With The Fishes At Long Island Aquarium BY JOE MARVILLI Staff Writer If you are looking to get away for a day trip this summer, you cannot go wrong with Long Island Aquarium & Exhibition Center. Located out in Riverhead, this aquarium offers a full range of entertaining and informative experiences for both children and adults. With aquatic adventures, educational exhibits, dozens of sea creatures and a calendar of events, Long Island Aquarium will offer a summer highlight that will be the envy of the office or the classroom. Part of what makes Long Island Aquarium a must-see attraction is its interactivity. In many cases, guests can go right up to the aquatic wildlife and touch them. Head to the Penguin Encounter and pet one in the Penguin Preschool. Go on the Pirate Snorkel Adventure, where you don a wet suit and take a swim with tropical fish, including a leopard shark. Reach into the Ray Bay and pet a stingray. For the bravest guests, there is the Shark Dive adventure. Put on some scuba gear and spend 45 minutes in a 120,000-gallon tank, where sharks will surround you. “It helps make each guests’ day more personal,” marketing manager Darlene

Puntillo said. “We feel by exposing our guests to these up close and personal experiences, they connect more with the animals and with us. This fosters a love and respect of aquatic animals and with our aquarium.” If you want to turn this trek into a weekend getaway, there is plenty to do in the surrounding area, with beaches, wineries, hotels and shopping outlets nearby. However, if you visit the aquarium next Wednesday, you can forego the hotel entirely and join in a family sleepover. This overnight adventure on July 16 will feature hands-on activities in the Shark Discovery Lab, a visit to the animal care areas, a screening of the film “Shark Tale,” dinner and a continental breakfast. “We want everyone to have fun, have a great day with us and think about the animals they met and how they can help to keep those animals in the wild, safe and in existence for generations to come,” Puntillo said. “We also want to keep our guests coming back.” Long Island Aquarium is located at 431 East Main St., Riverhead. For more information, call (631) 2089200 or visit www.longislandaquarium.com. Reach Joe Marvilli at (718) 3577400, Ext. 125, jmarvilli@queenstribune.com, or @JoeMarvilli.

Queens’ Carousels Are Popular Destinations BY LuIs GROndA Staff Writer If you are looking for somewhere fun to take the kids, there are two carousels in Queens that cater to the younger demographic. The carousels at Flushing Meadows Corona Park and Forest Park are often popular destinations for kids during those warm summer afternoons. The Fantasy Forest at Flushing Meadows is promoted as Queens’ only amusement park, offering much more than just a carousel for the kids to ride on and have a great time. There are four amusement rides, including the Corona Cobra Coaster and the Queens Himalaya. You must be 42 inches tall to ride both coasters, and it is 36 inches to get on the Fantasy Frog Hopper and Corona Choo Choo by yourself. Children must have an adult accompanying them if they do not meet the height requirements. Chris Mercaldo, the marketing manager at NY Carousel, which

runs both carousels, said the Fantasy Forest, is one of the most popular destinations for families in the Borough because of the different rides it offers. Every Friday night from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m., through Labor Day weekend, you can ride the carousel for 50 cents, according to Mercaldo. As for the Forest Park Carousel, they offer a free show every weekend from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. during the summer. The show is usually a clown or a magician entertaining the kids at the carousel. The company took over the Forest Park Carousel about two years ago after it was closed for several years. NY Carousel has spruced up the ride a little bit, including replacing the lighting on top of the ride, while still keeping its antique look. Mercaldo said it is possible that they could add rides to the FP Carousel, like they have at Flushing Meadows and it is something they are discussing. Reach Luis Gronda at (718) 3577400, Ext. 127, lgronda@queenstribune.com, or @luisgronda.

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1970 to protect seniors from rent increases in rent-controlled apartments. Six years later, it expanded to residents that live in some rental or If you are a senior and you need co-op apartments, or Mitchell-Lama help navigating the ins and outs of as it is referred to today. the City’s rent increase exclusion According to State Sen. Toby program, you will Stavisky (D-Flushing), the increase soon be in luck. will make about 10,000 more seniors Assemblywoman eligible for SCRIE. Catherine Nolan “Since I’ve been doing this job, (D-Sunnyside) anI’ve had so many people that walked nounced on Monday away and said ‘I can’t believe it, why that her district office can’t I get it’ and people are so close will hold Saturday to that $29,000,” Stavisky said. hours to help resiThe senator added that the indents apply for the crease to SCRIE came from extra Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exempfunding available in this year’s budtion program, also known as SCRIE. get. The new cap will last until 2016, The office hours will start on July 19 when the next budget will be worked and go from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on. This program is meant to help seOn July 9, Stavisky and Councilniors with limited income, who may man Peter Koo (D-Flushing) not be able to financially visited the Nan Shan Senior keep up with rent hikes. Center in Flushing to distribThose who qualify for SC- “Since I’ve been doing this job, ute and explain the benefits RIE can have their rent fro- I’ve had so many people that of not only SCRIE, but also zen so they do not have to walked away and said ‘I can’t be- Elderly Pharmaceutical Inpay most rent increases. This year, the SCRIE lieve it, why can’t I get it’ and peo- surance Coverage. The latter is a New York State program program underwent some that helps seniors aged 65 changes that greatly ex- ple are so close to that $29,000.” over to supplement their panded the number of – State Sen. Toby Stavisky and out-of-pocket Medicare Part people who qualify for it. D drug plan costs. It received its first income To receive assistance on SCRIE cap increase since 2009, bumping will have to reapply as a new appliapplications from Nolan’s office, it the threshold for seniors to an an- cant. SCRIE was first established in is located at 41-02 Queens Blvd., nual household income of $50,000 BY JOE MARVILLI Staff Writer

or less. This is a significant increase from the previous limit of $29,000. The change went into effect on July 1, so only those residents who apply on or after that day get the new $50,000 window. Besides the financial limit, seniors who qualify for SCRIE must also be at least 62 years old, must rent an apartment that is rent controlled, rent stabilized or hotel stabilized and must pay a rent that costs more than one-third of their household income. Seniors who recently lost their SCRIE coverage because their income amount went above $29,000 will not have it automatically restored. They

Starting on July 19, Assemblywoman Catherine Nolan’s Sunnyside office will be open on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to help senior citizens with their SCRIE applications. Suite 2B, Sunnyside. You can also call the office at (718) 784-3194. For more information about SCRIE in general, visit www.nyc.gov/html/ dof/html/home/home.shtml or call 311. You can also call your local elected official for further assistance. Reach Joe Marvilli at (718) 3577400, Ext. 125, jmarvilli@queenstribune.com, or @JoeMarvilli.

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QUEENS FOCUS Tap Dance with Lois. Tuesdays at 9:15 a.m.: CalypsoCardio Class. Wednesdays at 10:15 a.m.: Project Staywell Exercises with Irma Mains. Thursdays at 9:15 a.m.: CalypsoCardio Class. Fridays at 10:30 a.m.: Yoga with Charlie Roemer. Fridays at 1:15 p.m.: Stretching, Balancing and Aerobics with Elissa Garcia. July 10 at 10:30 a.m.: How To Avoid Scams with Lori Woods. The Howard Beach Senior Center is located at 155-55 Crossbay Blvd., Howard Beach. For information, call (718) 738-8100.

Learning New Skills State Sen. Toby Stavisky joined Local 1 for a quick lesson in brick laying on the Capitol concourse in Albany. Renaissance Charter School in Jackson Heights will open one Pre-K class of 18 students in September 2014. Children must turn 4 years old by Dec. 31, 2014 to be eligible for the full-day program. Breakfast, lunch and a snack will be provided and served in the classroom. To apply, call Francine Smith at (718) 803-0060, Ext. 106, email fsmith@renaissancecharter.org, or come to the school. Applications must be received by 3 p.m. on July 30 to be considered for the July 31 lottery. Local students received degrees during spring 2014 commencement ceremonies at Berkeley College in Manhattan. They include: Bayside: Stephanie Thomas. Bellerose: Carmen Cano Rivera, Sukhwinder Johal. College Point: Diana Cardona.

Flushing: Eric Espinal, Jenesha Gayle, Carolle Hamilton-Tulloch, Jimmy Hsiao, Mosammet Islam, Teming Kao, Maria Llaguno, Bernard Mondezie, Kelvin Ng, Julia Rosas, Noemi Saldivar-Torres, Jose Tabares. Fresh Meadows: Monica Cordova, John Pak. Oakland Gardens: Tiffany Chin, Ismael Darhan, Qin Liu, Jessica Rodriguez. Queens Village: Christopher Cintron. Whitestone: Cindy Nina. Upcoming programs at the Howard Beach Senior Center include: Mondays at 9:30 a.m.: Tai Chi with Elaine Fleischman. Mondays at 10:45 a.m.: Chair Aerobics with Charlie Roemer. Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m.: Learn to

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held at which time others may bid beside the contract vendee. Premises will be sold subject to the Courts consent and provisions of the Order before the Justice presiding at an IAS Part 22G of the Supreme Court held in the County of Queens at the Courthouse, 88-11 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, New York 11435. ________________________

certain plot, piece or parcel of land with the buildings and improvements erected situate, lying and being at 133-36 Blossom Avenue, Flushing, New York 11355, Block 5109, Lot 109 owned by Florence Y.P. Tso, are to be sold by the Co-Guardians of Florence Y.P. Tso, Christopher V. Chow and Linda MoonYing Chow on August 5, 2014 at 9:30 AM subject to a contract of sale. An auction will be held at which time others may bid beside the contract vendee. Premises will be sold subject to the Courts consent and provisions of the Order before the Justice presiding at an IAS Part 22G of the Supreme Court held in the County of Queens at the Courthouse, 88-11 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, New York 11435.

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Local students have enrolled at St. Bonaventure University for the fall 2014 semester. They include: Corona: Dominick Nicasio. Maspeth: Michael O’Malley, Jessica Toro. Middle Village: Eli Morales. Local students received degrees during spring 2014 commencement ceremonies at Union College in Schenectedy. They include: Long Island City: Ralph Cueva, Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering. Ridgewood: Katarzyna Kasza, Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics. Gabrielle Simpson of Woodside was named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2014 semester at the University of Hartford in Connecticut. Lukasz Zawada of Ridgewood received a Bachelor of Science degree in interactive media during spring

2014 commencement ceremonies at Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Massachusetts. Emily Massiello of Forest Hills was named to the President’s List for the spring 2014 semester at SUNY Oswego. Local students received degrees during spring 2014 commencement ceremonies at Colby College in Waterville, Maine. They include: Juliette Chan of Forest Hills received a degree in global studies and East Asia studies. Yana Mayayeva of Forest Hills received a degree in government. Anja Gunderson of Forest Hills received a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing with a minor in French during spring 2014 commencement ceremonies at the University of Rhode Island. Local students received degrees during spring 2014 commencement ceremonies at SUNY Potsdam. They include: Corona: Krystal Quero, bachelor’s degree in dance, cum laude. Ridgewood: Yara Ahmed, bachelor’s degree in politics. Sergey Tkachenko of Jackson Heights was named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2014 semester at Westminster Choir College of Rider University in Princeton, NJ. Ali Sprague of Bayside received a Bachelor of Science degree in economics with a minor in general business during spring 2014 commencement ceremonies at the University of Rhode Island.

Advancement Ceremony Pack 390 Woodside recently celebrated their advancements for the 2013-14 year. While the Scouts accepted their belt loops, activity pins and badges, their parents and caregivers looked on proudly as their joint achievements culminated to fruition. Pack 390 Woodside will resume Pack Meets starting Sept. 12 at 6 p.m. at St. Teresa’s Roman Catholic Church.

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A Fond Farewell For A Member of The Tribune Family

Last week, Barbara Townsend, who worked on the production desk of the Queens Tribune, retired after 30 years with the company. On Monday, friends, family and coworkers gathered at Trattoria 35 in Bayside to say thank you to Barbara and wish her well during the next stage of her life. Above, Barbara is pictured with her family, who came out for the event. TOP RIGHT: Trib’s production staff (from left): Rhonda Leefoon, Barbara Townsend, Lianne Procanyn and production manager Shiek Mohamed. BOTTOM RIGHT: Barbara’s son, Steven, talks about growing up as part of the Tribune family, as Tribune publisher Michael Nussbaum looks on.

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Queens Borough President Melinda Katz (center) held an LGBT Pride Month celebration at Queens Borough Hall on June 25. The event was co-sponsored by City Councilmembers Daniel Dromm and Jimmy Van Bramer. Receiving Citations of Honor during the event were Patricia “Pat” Glunt, musical director and founder of the Jackson Heights orchestra; Cristina Herrera, LGBT Gender Identity Project coordinator; Simon Sandh, an LGBT activist and student; Tina Arniotis, the founder and president of Chutney Pride; Philip Glotzer, executive director of the AIDS Center of Queens County, and Adelaide Connaughton, senior entitlements specialist at The Fortune Society.

A Century of Service

Dunkin Donuts franchisee Shaun Cain of Queens, who owns 29 locations in the Borough, was named the the 2013 Dunkin’ Donuts Philanthropist of the Year. Pictured (from left) are Dunkin’ Brands franchisee Mitch Cohen, Cain and Karen Raskopf, Senior Vice President and Chief Communications Officer, Dunkin Brands.

Park Winners Jackie Clark, Justin Gonzalez, Damian Bendersky, Peter Toshev, Terry Kossegi and Brandy Monge of the Astoria Park Tennis Team, won the Queens portion of the Battle of the Boroughs Challenge, and will compete in the Citywide finals on July 12th.

Rev. Joseph T. Holcomb, pastor of the 100-year-old St. Andrew Avellino Church in Flushing, received a Proclamation honoring the parish for “...a century of outstanding service and leadership to the community” from Councilman Paul Vallone. Members of the parish’s Centennial Committee joined in at a dinner dance which officially closed the year-long observance.

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LEISURE

Queens Child Prodigy Appears On Ovation BY JOE MARVILLI Staff Writer There is a young marvel living right here in Queens. Child prodigy Mabou Loiseau will appear on the new Ovation series, “Young Marvels,” a look at gifted children across the country. The Laureltonbased 8-year-old’s talent is that of a polyglot. She can speak eight different languages fluently and can play seven different instruments. From the time she was a toddler, Mabou has had a gift for learning languages, according to her mother, Esther. She would pick up unfamiliar words very quickly, a talent that Esther noticed and acted on. “When she was about a year-anda-half, I usually spoke French to her. She was talking to me and she was using some French words I never spoke to her,” Esther said. “I asked her how she knew these words and she told me ‘Mommy, I saw them in the show I was watching.’ I knew right away that she was gifted for languages.”

Esther decided to cultivate Mabou’s talent, teaching her French while Mabou’s father taught her Creole. Mabou’s aunt taught her Spanish. In a few months, Mabou had picked up all three languages. From there, Esther hired nannies that would play with and teach Mabou more languages. As a result, at the age of 8, Mabou can speak English, French, Creole, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Arabic and American Sign Language. “I like to talk about Mabou’s story so I can help others think about having their kids speak different languages as well,” Esther said. “I know speaking different languages opens many, many doors.” Mabou is also on her way to learning her ninth language, Japanese. “It’s pretty fun,” Mabou exclaimed. The Laurelton prodig y is also just as skilled in different musical languages. Mabou can play eight instruments: the piano, the guitar,

Eight-year-old Laurelton resident, Mabou Loiseau, will share her gift as a polyglot on Ovation’s new series, “Young Marvels.”

the violin, the clarinet, the harp, the drums, the conga and the steel pan. She is also skilled at singing everything from pop to opera, influenced by her mother’s love of Andrea Bocelli and Whitney Houston. Her personal favorite, though, is Ross Lynch, from the pop-rock band R5. Mabou also said she was thrilled to be a part of “Young Marvels” and could not wait to see the episode. “I felt so excited. It was an opportunity to tell the world about me. It’s

only been a few months so it’s still very exciting,” she said. “I saw a preview but I love it!” “Young Marvels” will have its world television premiere on Wednesday, July 16 at 10 p.m. To find out where you can watch Ovation TV, visit www.ovationtv. com. For more information about the series itself, head to www.ovationtv. com/series/young-marvels. Reach Joe Marvilli at (718) 357-7400, Ext. 125, jmarvilli@queenstribune.com, or @JoeMarvilli.

Three Summer Festivals Kick Off In Queens BY JAckIE StRAwBRIdgE Staff Writer This summer, the whole Borough’s a stage. A handful of concert series and festivals are taking over Queens for the coming months, bringing classic and contemporary, homegrown and international performances to residents’ doorsteps. The SummerStage concert series, now in its 29th year, comes to both Queensbridge Park and Socrates Sculpture Park. Metropolitan Opera kicks

off the SummerStage programming at Socrates, Thursday at 7 p.m. Other Queens SummerStage performances will include Mobb Deep, a hip hop duo hailing from Queensbridge, the Harambee Dance Company and salsa star Ismael Miranda. “We focus on cutting edge stuff,” said Ian Noble, director of arts and cultural programs for the City Parks Foundation, which presents SummerStage. “We like to get artists that are on the cusp of something big.” “I think back to being young, and the things I saw where I grew up, and

Taste The World At Garden Brew Fest All Beer lovers are invited to come celebrate the 50th and 75th anniversaries of the New York World’s Fairs at Queens Botanical Garden (QBG)’s inaugural Botanical Brew Fest on July 19. Brew Fest is inspired by Bavarian Oktoberfest traditions and is an opportunity for beer lovers to sample a variety of brews and learn the subtle differences in taste. During the event, there will be a large selection of more than 50 craft beers from 20 local and international breweries. All are welcomed to sip, snack on multiple food choices and groove throughout the afternoon to the

sounds of DJ Ito (Rafael Dominguez). Enjoy the sweet and savory French treats of La Crepe C’est Si Bon, the Italian baked goods of La Bella Torte, Latin-inspired vegan delights of Vspot and the flavorful Indian/Thai/ Chinese fusion of TaiPan Express. QBG’s Brew Fest will be held from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. and from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tickets are $45 if purchased before July 18 and $50 at the door. Tickets are available on Eventbrite, at www.eventbrite.com/e/taste-theworld-botanical-brew-fest-tickets. For more information, call (718) 886-3800, ext. 330 or email dhector@ queensbotanical.org

the profound effect of seeing something new,” Noble added. “I wish there was a way to put a chip in people and follow them throughout their life, to see if someone became a dancer as a result of one of our shows, or a musician.” St. Albans native Tenea White dances with the Harambee Dance Company. She said she is looking forward to Tenea White and the Harambee Dance Cominteracting with Queens pany will perform in Queensbridge Park on audiences this summer. July 18 as part of the SummerStage concert “I hope that they’re series. as excited as we are to perform for them,” White said. “There musical roots in a very unique space. are a lot of people who may not venture We have hosted local artists who bring to Manhattan, so when you bring it to sounds from all over the world,” concert Queens, you’re exposing it to different organizer Carlos Martinez said in a statement released last week. populations.” Over at Astoria Park, the Central “I’m just happy that people out in Queens will have an opportunity to be a Astoria Local Development Coalition presents the free Waterfront Concert part of SummerStage,” White added. Meanwhile in Travers Park, the Series, beginning tonight at 7:30 p.m. Jackson Heights Beautification Group with a night of Beatles tribute music. The Waterfront series runs until holds the 10th annual Summer Sundays in the Park series. The music began August 14, and features bands celebraton Sunday with a performance by the ing classic oldies, rock, Motown and Jackson Heights Orchestra and will run blues tunes. For full programs of the Summeruntil Aug. 24. Featured groups will include mod- Stage, Summer Sundays and Waterfront ern jazz duo Band in a Box, the Calpulli concerts, visit www.cityparksfoundaMexican Dance Company and rock tion.org/SummerStage, www.jhbg.org cover band the Urban Street Gypsys. and centralastoria.org, respectively. Reach Jackie Strawbridge at (718) All concerts begin at 3:30 p.m. “The Summer Concert series offers 357-7400, Ext. 128, jstrawbridge@ a platform for artists to showcase their queenstribune.com or @JNStrawbridge.

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Queens today

FRIDay 7/11

YOga In ThE garDEn

Bring your yoga mats and enjoy a sunset yoga session in Flushing Town Hall’s garden, starting at 7 p.m. Teachers from Yumcha Yoga Studio will lead everyone in a series of poses, followed by kirtan singing from the Indian bhakti devotional tradition. The session is suitable for all levels. There is a suggested admission fee of $5. Flushing Town Hall is located at 137-35 Northern Blvd.

WEEkEnD COnCErT

Bobby Lynch and DJ Shannon will perform at Resorts World Casino as part of its weekend kickoff series. Every Friday, the casino holds a weekend kickoff party with a live band performing from 7 p.m. until 10 p.m. and a DJ from 11 p.m. until 2 a.m. Resorts World is located at 110-00 Rockaway Blvd. in South Ozone Park.

BallrOOM DanCIng

Professional dancers help improve on new and classic ballroom dance moves at Resorts World Casino. The Evening of Ballroom Dancing kicks off at 8 p.m., doors open at 7 p.m. Cost is $15-25.

saTURDay 7/12

THURsDay 7/17

MOBB DEEP

“shaDEs OF TIME” PErFOrManCE

The Queens Museum will present a live performance with music and dance for its exhibit, “Shades of Time: An Exhibition from the Archive of Korean American Artists, Part Two, 1989–2001.” Jayoung Chung will incorporate drawing, music and technology into this performance. Sun You will present a live installation and conversation. Yeol Jung will put on a live show called “The Mask.” Jaye Moon will display an interactive installation with Legos. The complete show runs from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

CEMETErY ClEan-uP

The Woodhaven Historical Society and STA’s Woodhaven History Club are inviting everyone to take part in a cleanup of the Wyckoff-Snedicker Family Cemetery, starting at 9 a.m. This is a unique opportunity to visit a historic location and take part in its well-being. The cemetery is located at 85-45 96th St. in Woodhaven. To sign up, please email projectwoodhaven@gmail.com.

sUNDay 7/13

anY k hEalTh EvEnT

FaMIlY WOrkshOP

The Queens Museum invites families for a drop-in art workshop with architect and artist Yoandy Rizo Fiallo, one of the creators of “Entre Fronteras: An Architectural Intervention.” Families and children will explore “Entre Fronteras” with Fiallo, learn about his artwork and get to build their own sculptures. The workshop is free with museum admission and no registration is required. Participation will be on first-come, first-served basis. Call (718) 592-9700 for information.

SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK

EmblemHealth invites New Yorkers to take a small step towards living healthier by participating in the Any K Health and Wellness event from 1-4 p.m. in Astoria Park. The event encourages New Yorkers to step, walk or run at a pace or distance comfortable for them. For information or to register, visit smallsteps. emblemhealth.com/anyk.

As part of Summerstage 2014, in association with the Lyricist Lounge, Mobb Deep will take the stage at Queensbridge Park for a free show from 7-9 p.m. The group has appeared on records that have sold over 40 million copies. Hailing from the Queensbridge neighborhood of NYC, the duo has been responsible for delivering some of the most popular and forever current anthems in rap music.

session will run from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Please RSVP to iksgusa@gmail.com to secure your place. Use that same email for inquiries.

a TasTE OF gErManY

The Queens Historical Society will hold A Taste of Germany, an event that is part of the society’s World’s Fair celebrations. Come and enjoy the music, food and culture of Germany to give you an experience similar to walking through a World’s Fair pavilion. The cultural presentation runs from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and costs $15. The society is located at 143-35 37th Ave., Flushing. Call (718) 939-0647, ext. 17 for more information.

sOul ParTY

Flushing Town Hall will present a free soul party of old-school R&B. Soul Party weaves through the “Old School Rhythm & Blues” music that set the tone in America during the turbulent changes of the 1960s, featuring popular songs of Junior Walker & The All Stars, Marvin Gaye, The Temptations, Bill Withers and Johnnie Taylor. There are dance lessons at 1 p.m. and the concert begins at 2 p.m. Call (718) 463-7700 for more information.

TUEsDay 7/15

IsMaEl MIranDa

As part of Summerstage 2014, Ismael Miranda, “El Nino Bonito de la Salsa,” will take the stage for a free show at Queensbridge Park from 6-9 p.m. The show will also feature Rebel Tumbao and Joe Claussell of Sacred Rhythm Music.

Explore different parts of a rocket as you build and launch your own high-

Enjoy a live performance of Beauty and the Beast at the Forest Park Bandshell. The show is slated to begin at 6 p.m. The bandshell is located between Woodhaven Boulevard and Forest Park Drive. For more information, call (718) 235-4100.

arTs In ThE Parks

Secret Agent 23 Skiddo will perform as part of the Arts in the Parks series, starting 10:30 a.m. at Rufus King Park in Jamaica. 23 Skiddo captivates crowds with a funky brand of positive half-pint music, combining deft wordplay, great storytelling and multiinstrumental pieces.

MOsa MaCk sTOMP rOCkETs

science detective who exposes students to the thrill of learning while teaching critical and scientific thinking skills. Free with NYSCI admission, this first episode looks at climate change and includes activities and a Q&A with the creators. The event runs from noon to 3 p.m. Call (718) 699-0005 for more information.

BEauTY & ThE BEasT

WEDNEsDay 7/16

BOllYWOOD karaOkE

The Indian Karaoke Singers Group invites all for a free open mic karaoke event at the Queens Museum, to celebrate its seventh anniversary. The

flying rocket at the New York Hall of Science. This Little Makers workshop begins at 10:30 a.m. and runs until 12:30 p.m. There is an $8 materials fee per family, along with paid general admission. For more information, visit nysci.org/ little-makers.

Head to the New York Hall of Science and check out the debut of “Mosa Mack,” a new animated show that features a young female

J hOlIDaY anD JOn B

As part of Summerstage 2014, in association with WBLS, Washington D.C.based vocalist J. Holiday will take the stage for a free show at Queensbridge Park. Musician and songwriter Jon B will also take part in the show, scheduled from 7-9 p.m.

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Queens today SENIORS.................... ExErcisE class with lisa Garcia Fridays @ 1:15 p.m. Howard Beach Senior Center, 155-55 Crossbay Blvd., Howard Beach. 718-7388100. DrivEr safEty for olDEr aDults July 11 @11 a.m. To preregister, please call 718641-3911. GLEN OAKS, 256-04 Union Turnpike, 718-831-8636 stars July 11 @11 a.m. Senior Theater Acting Repertory QUEENS VILLAGE, 94-11 217 Street, 718-776-6800 DrivinG class July 15 @ 2 p.m. A ARP class for seniors. Forest Hills Library, 108-19 71st Ave., Forest Hills. 718-2687934. EstatE PlanninG July 15 @ 2 p.m. With attorney Margaret Carrozza, Queens Village Library, 94-11 217th St., Queens Village. 718-776-6800.

cOmputERS............

comPutErs for BEGinnErs July 11 @11 a.m. AUBURNDALE, 25-55 Francis Lewis Boulevard, 718-352-2027 microsoft ExcEl July 12 @ 2:30 p.m. (in Spanish) LANGSTON HUGHES, 100-01 Northern Boulevard, 718-651-1100 BEGin comPutErs Tuesdays through July 29 Woodside library at 5:45. moBilE DEvicE classEs July 16 @ 10:30 a.m. Basic training for mobile devices. Woodside Library, 54-22 Skillman Ave. 718429-4700.

tEENS & KIDS...... mothEr GoosE timE July 11 @11 a.m. (in English and Spanish) CORONA, 38-23 104 Street, 718-426-2844 ruBik’s cuBE tournamEnt July 11 @ 1:30 p.m. EAST ELMHURST, 95-06 Astoria Boulevard, 718-424-2619 Book BuDDiEs July 11 @ 2 p.m. FRESH MEADOWS, 193-20 Horace Harding Expressway, 718-454-7272 toDDlEr storytimE July 11 @ 2:30 p.m. POMONOK, 158-21 Jewel Avenue, 718-591-4343 “Girlz” July 11 @ 3 p.m. Tech Girls in grade 3 and up are invited to explore the web and learn new things. CORONA, 38-23 104 Street, 718-426-2844 wii GaminG July 11 @ 3 p.m. WOODSIDE, 54-22 Skillman Avenue, 718-429-4700 summEr rEaDinG

July 11 @ 4 p.m. Book Discussion for Teens and Tweens MCGOLDRICK, 155-06 Roosevelt Ave, 718461-1616 moviE niGht July 11 @ 4 p.m. WOODHAVEN, 85-41 Forest Parkway, 718-849-1010 saturDay sciEncE laB July 12 @11 a.m. CENTRAL LIBRARY, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard, 718990-0778 mEDia mania laB July 14 @Noon CORONA, 38-23 104 Street, 718-4262844 chilDrEn’s moviE July 14 @ 2 p.m. RIDGEWOOD, 20-12 Madison Street, 718-821-4770 north hills GazEttE July 14 @ 2:15 p.m. NORTH HILLS, 57-04 Marathon Parkway, 718225-3550 summEr rEaDinG zinE July 14 @ 3 p.m. CENTRAL LIBRARY, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard, 718-990-0778 arts-anD-crafts aftErnoons July 14 @ 3 p.m. QUEENSBORO HILL, 60-05 Main Street, 718-359-8332 twEEn anD tEEn summEr rEaDinG July 14 @ 3 p.m. “Fizz, Boom, Read” ST. ALBANS, 191-05 Linden Boulevard, 718-528-8196 BoarD GamEs July 14 @ 4 p.m. MCGOLDRICK, 155-06 Roosevelt Av. (off Northern Blvd), 718-461-1616 tEEn JEoParDy July 15 @ 3:30 p.m. Know Your Science! EAST ELMHURST, 95-06 Astoria Boulevard, 718-424-2619 summEr rEaDinG Tuesdays and Thursdays book buddies at the Ridgewood library at 2. tEEn crafts Tuesdays and Thursdays McGoldrick library at 4. crafty tuEsDays Tuesdays Cambria Heights library at 4. Grades 1-5. Drama cluB Tuesdays Central library. Register. tEEn mEDiation Tuesdays Central library at 4. sciEncE fun Wednesdays through August 20 Douglaston library at 3. DrawinG cluB Wednesdays LIC library at 4. rEaDinG for fun Wednesdays Laurelton library at 3:30. wii GamEs Wednesdays McGoldrick library at 4. manGa DrawinG Thursdays ages 10-17 South Ozone Park library at 4. famly storytimE Thursdays through July 31

Bay Terrace library at 11:30. 18 months to 4 years. summEr rEaDinG ProGram July 15 @ 2:30 p.m. For children ages 6-12. Langston Hughes Library, 100-01 Northern Blvd., Corona. 718-651-1100. rock GarDEn ProJEct July 15 @ 3 p.m. Children 5-12 bring in rocks to paint for the garden. Whitestone Library, 151-10 14th Road, Whitestone. 718-767-8010. mothEr GoosE timE July 16 @ 11 a.m. Interactive program for infants 18-30 months. Bayside Library, 214-20 Northern Blvd., Bayside. 718-2291834. toDDlEr colorinG timE July 16 @ Noon, Toddlers learn about colors, letters, words and more. Queensboro Hill Library, 60-05 Main St. 718-359-8332. kiDs’ JEoParDy July 16 @ 3:30 p.m. Be a science star! East Elmhurst Library, 95-06 Astoria Blvd. 718-424-2619. maD liBs cluB July 17 @ 2 p.m. For children in grades 3 and up. Corona Library, 38-23 104th St. 718-426-2844.

ENtERtAINmENt..

classic moviEs @ 2:00 July 10 @ 2 p.m. “King Kong” (1933); CENTRAL LIBRARY, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard, 718-990-0778 whilE you wErE away July 10 @ 6 p.m. Love Songs of World War II FLUSHING, 41-17 Main Street, 718-661-1200 wooDsiDE summEr concErt sEriEs July 10 @ 7 p.m. Sgt. Collins Park, Broadway and 58th Street. mEtroPolitan oPEra rEcital July 10 @ 7 p.m. Socrates Sculpture Park, 32-01 Vernon Blvd., LIC. astoria watErfront concErt July 10 @ 7:30 p.m. Strawberry Fields, Astoria Park lawn. Philharmonic in thE Park July 10 @ 8 p.m. Cunningham Park, Fresh Meadows. mEEt mr. mEt July 11 @ Noon Keith Hernandez and Ron Darling, 107-01 71st Ave., Forest Hills. tastE of GErmany July 13 @ 2:30 p.m. Queens Historical Society, 143-35 37th Ave., Flushing. arts in thE Park July 15 @ 10:30 a.m. Secret Agent 23 Skiddo, Great Lawn, Rufus King Park, Jamaica Ave. moviE, “chocolat” July 15 @ 1 p.m. Kew Gardens Community Center,

80-02 Kew Gardens Road, Suite 202. a triButE to thE Divas July 15 @ 5 p.m. Adele, Beyonce, Shania Twain and More NORTH FOREST PARK, 98-27 Metropolitan Avenue, 718-261-5512 hiP hoP anD PoEtry in vErsE July 15 @ 5:45 p.m. RICHMOND HILL, 118-14 Hillside Avenue, 718-8497150 JuniPEr vallEy Park July 15 @ 8 p.m. Summer Concert Series, Italian Night, Middle Village. auDitions July 15 @ 7 p.m. “The Gingerbread Lady,” Douglaston Community Theatre, Zion Episcopal Church, Church Street, Douglaston. rEcitals The Metropolitan Opera’s popular Summer Recital Series returns with a free concert in Socrates Sculpture Park in Queens on July 10 at 7 p.m. No tickets are required for the performance. sounD of silk anD BamBoo July 13 @ 1:30 p.m. Concert of ancient musical instruments. Flushing Library, 41-17 Main St. 718-661-1200. BanG on a can July 13 @ 3 p.m. Naguchi Museum summer concert series with contemporary Japanese composers. Free with museum admission. thE soulful saxoPhonE July 14 @ 5 p.m. Saxophone sounds of King Curtis, Junior Walker, Maceo Parker and Grover Washington Jr., performed by LA Blacksmith. South Jamaica Library, 108-41 Guy R. Brewer Blvd., Jamaica. 718-739-4088. amErican music lEGacy July 15 @ 2:30 p.m. Great songs by Irving Berlin, Cole Porter, Jerome Kern and more. East Flushing Library, 196-36 Northern Blvd. Flushing 718-357-6643. tEam trivial Pursuit July 16 @ 1 p.m. Douglaston/Little Neck Library, 249-01 Northern Blvd. 718-225-8414.

SAlES......................... annual art show anD salE July 11 @ Noon EAST ELMHURST, 95-06 Astoria Boulevard, 718-424-2619 zion EPiscoPal church yarD salE July 12 @ 10 a.m. 243-01 Northern Blvd., Douglaston. st. raPhaEl’s church outDoor

flEa markEt July 13 @ 9 a.m. 35-20 Greenpoint Ave., LIC. 718-729-8957.

EDucAtION..............

financial coachinG July 10 @Noon Please call 718-990-8625 to make an appointment to speak with a counselor. CENTRAL LIBRARY, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard, 718-990-0778 EnGlish classEs July 10 @ 3:30 p.m. Call or visit the library for more information. DOUGLASTON/LITTLE NECK, 24901 Northern Boulevard, 718-225-8414 hanDs-on history July 12 @ Noon, Cup of Tea, King Manor Museum, 150-03 Jamaica Ave., Jamaica. acrylic, oil & watErcolor PaintinG Fridays @ 1:30 p.m., Kew Gardens Community Center, 80-02 Kew Gardens Road, Kew Gardens.

HEAltH......................

autism ProGram Tumbling with Autism in Glendale. Call 4171216. carEGivErs Cancer support services in Western Queens. 2685060, ext. 226. DancE fitnEss Sat urdays through July 12 LIC library at 3. workouts Wednesdays South Jamaica library at 5:30. mEDicarE minutEs July 10 @11:30 a.m. Nancy Park Herman of the Medicare Rights Center. The audience will be present at the library; the presenter will lead the program via Skype. ROCHDALE VILLAGE, 169-09 137 Avenue, 718-723-4440 shaPEuP nyc July 11 @ 8:30 a.m. Zumba CORONA, 38-23 104 Street, 718-426-2844 shaPEuP nyc July 11 @ 11:30 a.m. Moving and Grooving with Tenaria BRIARWOOD, 85-12 Main Street, 718-658-1680 shaPEuP nyc July 11 @ 5:30 p.m. Cardio Sculpt RICHMOND HILL, 118-14 Hillside Avenue, 718-849-7150 livinG hEalthy BoDy anD minD July 12 @ 2 p.m. Stress and Anxiety ROCHDALE VILLAGE, 169-09 137 Avenue, 718-723-4440 BlooD DrivE July 13 @ 8:30 a.m. St. Nicholas of Tolentine, 150-75 Goethals Ave., Jamaica. 718-969-3226. GEntlE yoGa July 14 @ 3:45 p.m. with Mirelle Netelle WOODSIDE, 54-22 Skillman Avenue, 718-429-4700

introDuction to PilatEs July 14 @ 11 a.m. Conditioning exercises with instructor Miriam Acevedo. Broadway Library, 40-20 Broadway, Astoria. 718-721-2462.

mEEtINGS................

knit anD crochEt cluB July 11 @ 1:30 p.m. QUEENS VILLAGE, 94-11 217 Street, 718-776-6800 chEss cluB July 11 @ 3:30 p.m. AUBURNDALE, 25-55 Francis Lewis Boulevard, 718-352-2027 QuiltinG cluB Mondays Alley Pond Environmental Center 2:30. $5. 229-4000. rh QuiltErs Tuesdays noon at the Richmond Hill library. chEss cluB Tuesdays LIC library at 4, Windsor Park library at 5:30 and Howard Beach library at 4. DrawinG cluB Wednesdays LIC library at 4. watErcolor classEs National Art League, 44-21 Douglaston Pkwy, Douglaston, Wed., 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. All techniques, beginner to advanced with demonstration. Call: (718) 969-1128. cDEc 29Q mEEtinG July 16 @ 6:30 p.m. PS/ MS 270Q, 233-15 Merrick Blvd., Rosedale. Open to the public. Parashat cluB July 12 @ 12:30 p.m. With Rabbi Samuel Waidenbaum, Rabbi Romiel Daniel and Charles Lehat. Free. Rego Park Jewish Center, 97-30 Queens Blvd., Rego Park. history anD hEaDlinEs July 14 @ 6 p.m. Nonfiction book discussion group. Broadway Library, 40-20 Broadway, Astoria. 718-721-2462.

ExHIbIt..................... PEacE throuGh unDErstanDinG July 10 @ 6:00 p.m. The 1964-1965 New York World’s Fair CENTRAL LIBRARY, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard, 718-990-0778

ENVIRONmENt.......

summEr ElEctronic wastE rEcyclinG July 13 @ 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Queens Botanical Garden. fooD wastE DroPoff Saturdays 1-3 at the Broadway and LIC library. comPostinG Tuesdays Woodside library 5:15-6:30. Jh scraPs Tuesday 6-8pm and Saturdays 10-2 35th Avenue between 69th Street and the BQE. Bring coffee, tea, fruit, veggie scraps.

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Photo by Joe Marvilli

Charlie Chaplin was a resident of the Beechhurst Towers in Whitestone in the 1920s.

Whitestone: Home To Yesterday’s Stars And Celebrities BY JOE MARVILLI Staff Writer When people think of Queens’ film scene, Whitestone is not usually the first neighborhood on their minds. While Long Island City and Astoria may be one of the biggest centers for film production on the East Coast, the northeast Queens neighborhood had its own role to play in the early 20th century. During the silent film era and the Golden Age of Hollywood, New York City was a hotbed for film productions. With intense schedules, many actors lived near where they worked. Several famous names chose Whitestone as their home for the duration of their New York filming experiences. In the 1920s and early 30s, Whitestone was still relatively isolated from western Queens. The Whitestone Bridge, Whitestone Expressway and Cross Island Expressway did not exist, making the Long Island Rail Road the number one way in and out of the area. Relatively free from major developments, the neighborhood became ideal for actors and actresses to build houses that were just a short train ride away from their jobs. According to Jason Antos’ book, “Images of America: Whitestone,” one of the most famous Whitestone residents during this era of cinema was Rudolph Valentino. The star of silent films like “The Sheik,” Valentino was very popular with audiences and viewed as a sex symbol of the 1920s. Valentino’s mansion remains in the same location to this day, by the Whitestone-Bayside border. It is now the home of Vivaldi’s Ristorante and Ballroom. Mary Pickford, one of Hollywood’s first female stars, was also a resident of Whitestone for a couple of years, living in the Beechhurst area from 1909 to 1911. Her home still stands on

160th Street and Powells Cove Boulevard. The two years Pickford was in Whitestone were among the earliest of her professional career. Pickford was responsible for getting another famous face to live in the neighborhood. Charlie Chaplin was quickly becoming the world’s most famous comedy actor, with many of his silent films produced at Astoria Studios. To stay nearby during his packed shooting schedule, he lived at the Beechhurst Towers, located at 160-15 Powells Cove Blvd. Chaplin had another connection to Whitestone, besides residing there. One of Chaplin’s spouses, Paulette Goddard, was from Whitestone. Born as Pauline Marion Levy, Goddard was one of the biggest names from the Golden Age of Hollywood. She starred alongside Chaplin in “Modern Times” and “The Great Dictator.” The world’s greatest escape artist, Harry Houdini, was also a Whitestone resident at one point in his life, having lived on Powells Cove Boulevard. Unfortunately, his house was demolished in 1995. Nevertheless, Houdini retains his connection to Queens. He is buried at Machpelah Cemetery in Glendale. As time moved on, Whitestone no longer drew the big names that had lived there during the 1920s, ’30s and ’40s. The famed Rialto Theater, located at 149-50 15th Road, also could not keep up with the community’s changing culture. It closed in 1960 and is now home to the Dwarf Giraffe Athletic League. Whitestone has still had success stories over the last couple of decades. Both Drea de Matteo, from “The Sopranos,” and Christina Vidal, from Nickelodeon’s “Taina,” were born in the neighborhood. Reach Joe Marvilli at (718) 3577400, Ext. 125, jmarvilli@queenstribune.com, or @JoeMarvilli.

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The Mayor And The IDC Back in January, much was reported about a possible rift between Queens County Democrats and the Mayor during Speaker and committee negotiations. Has the Mayor drawn another line in the sand? On Tuesday, Bill de Blasio threw his support behind Independent Democratic Conference members State Sens. Tony Avella and Jeff Klein in their reelection bids. Avella is facing a primary

challenge from County-supported former Comptroller John Liu. Liu was convinced to run by County leaders after Avella joined the IDC earlier this year. Now that a deal has been brokered for the IDC to conference with State Senate Democrats, the Mayor may be trying to play peacemaker. But he may have reignited a whole new issue with Queens Democrats. So which side will voters align with?

An 'Amazing' Coincidence? It turns out that there is a Parker family living at 20 Ingram Street both in the comics and real life. In the well-known comic book series, Peter Parker, or Spider Man in his super hero persona, lives on the Forest Hills street with his Aunt May. In what is a prime example of life imitating art, it turns out that a Parker family lives at the exact same address. Many of the Spider-Man movies have been filmed in Forest Hills, with several shots of the central Queens neighborhood. We at QConf always get giddy when we recognize an

area in Queens while watching the movies. To the real life Parker family that lives on Ingram Street: Maybe you should let a spider bite you and see what happens. You could be climbing walls and shooting spider-webs out of your hands like Queens’ friendly-neighborhood superhero.

the owners to contact the Fire Dept. immediately or face fines, according to previous reports. While the whitewashing may have sent a message to area artists that 5Pointz was over and abandoned, the FDNY evidently still wants to be in touch. There are no reports as to whether action has been taking since the note was left in mid-June. How the mighty have fallen – from a Queens cultural gem to any old building with old notices stapled to the door.

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Nobody's Home At 5Pointz

The FDNY is knocking but nobody’s home. Long Island City’s former 5Pointz building, a 200,000 square foot factory structure once known as a “graffiti Mecca,” is currently scheduled for demolition so that residential towers can go up in its space. The whitewashing of the building last year caused an uproar from the artists who frequently posted their work there. Adding insult to injury, the FDNY has apparently left a note on the building calling on

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Don't Annoy The Judge

Growing up as a child, nothing can be more frustrating than when your siblings get in trouble and they tell your parents that you did the same thing. No parent falls for that, nor does it get the original perpetrator out of the original crime. White Plains Federal Judge Kenneth Karas did not fall for that either when former City Councilman Daniel Halloran’s attorney pulled that same stunt during Halloran’s trial last week. Attorney Vinoo Varghese attempted to drag former Mayor Michael Bloomberg into Halloran’s bribery trial, suggesting that Bloomberg paid Republican Party bosses under the table for their support. “You’re flirting with being asked to sit down and I’ve never had to do that in a case before,” Karas said. Halloran may want to consider a different defense strategy, since we here at QConf do not see anyway a federal judge would give any weight to the “My friends did it too!” excuse.

All it takes is one minute of listening to The Boom Section’s “I Fly High” to get why that name describes their sound perfectly. With a hardedged guitar sound, a driving and tight rhythm section and passionate, belting vocals, this four-piece brings an explosion of energy that will get hearts racing, feet moving and fists pumping. The Howard Beach-based band features drummer Greg Cerar, bassist James Hayes, guitarist Paul Wunsch and singer Mario Robles. The four members came together mainly from other bands that did not work out. According to Robles, a Facebook post from Cerar opened the opportunity for him and the others to get together and start playing music. “I've been a friend of Greg's for a while and I knew he'd been in bands and I knew I'd always wanted to sing for one. So this seemed too cool to pass up,” he said. “Greg set up a night where he, Paul, James and myself could jam together to see how it felt. When the night came, all just felt a sense of instant chemistry.” That chemistry formed a sound that Robles described as a cross between AC/DC and U2. While they have the aggressive hard rock sound of the former, the band also brings forward the emotional, contemplative feel of the latter. The Boom Section has spent the last few months working on its debut album, “Bright Lights,” which is scheduled to come out this summer. Robles said that

the time spent on the album was a fun learning experience that helped them become a better band. “We were forced to really listen, dissect and analyze every aspect of every song and either embrace or adjust every decision we had made about the songs leading up to the recording process. We became tighter, cleaner and more committed to what we were playing because we now had a clearer idea of what we sounded like,” he said. The Boom Section brings even more energy and excitement to the stage than to the studio. The band members take a semi-theatrical approach to their performance, sometimes acting out the lyrics, creating characters, going to the bar for a drink during the song or playing a show in costume on Halloween. “When we perform live, we get our biggest rush when we feel like the crowd is loving it every bit as much as we do. There's nothing like it,” he said. “The bottom line is we just have so much fun up there that we tend to amp up the humor and theatricality enough for the audience to have just as much fun as we are.” Having just wrapped up a hit headlining gig at the Forest Park Bandshell, The Boom Section will spend the summer promoting “Bright Lights” and playing more shows. You can catch them opening for The BulletBoys at Blackthorn 51 in Elmhurst on Aug. 7. Keep up with the latest band news at www.theboomsection.com or www.facebook.com/theboomsection.

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