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Vol. 42, No. 48 Nov. 29 - Dec 5, 2012

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New Report Details Increase In Hunger “A lot of our clients lost food due to loss of power, but most of them lost work as much as two weeks - and if they don’t work, they don’t get paid,” said Pedro Rodriguez, a respondent from La Jornada, based in Oakland Gardens. Along with the increased demand at food providing agencies post-Sandy, the report also highlighted an overall decrease in government funding to anti-hunger programs this year, combined with a Citywide increase in child and senior citizen hunger. Out of all five boroughs, findings show that out of the 1.7 million New Yorkers who live below the federal poverty line at $18,123 for a family of three, the Bronx had the highest number of food insecure residents at 533,825. In Brooklyn, a total of 328,294 food insecure individuals nearly tied with Queens at 321,655. Both surpassed Manhattan’s total 229,811. “For many New Yorkers, having enough food is a daily concern,” Executive Director of Sunnyside Community Services Judith Zandwill said. “Each weekday, we serve approximately 200 hot meals to combat that concern. But, due to a lack of funding, we also face challenges. It’s been difficult.” As part of their challenges, ad-

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afford enough food,” Berg said. “During a natural disaster, like Sandy, our government officials emphasize that no one should go a few hours without food. Shouldn’t we agree that is how it should always be?” To keep in line with the report’s release, NYCCAH launched a campaign to reject plans to further cut federal anti-hunger programs earlier this month. To join NYCCAH’s campaign to end child hunger, visit www.nyccah.org or call (212) 825-0028. Reach Reporter Megan Montalvo at (718) 357-7400 Ext. 128 o r Due to a lack of financial support, the once mmontalvo@queens well-stocked bodega at Sunnyside Communit y Ser vices now sits bare. tribune.com.

Sandy Victims, Businesses Get Financial Relief By JOE MA RVILLI One month after Superstorm Sandy hit, the Federal Emergency Management Agency has approved more than $690 million for New York State. Out of that amount, $176.6 million will go to Queens residents. Additionally, grants are now available to businesses that applied for the NYC Emergency Load Fund. Small businesses will be able to breathe a little easier, as the NYC Emergency Loan Fund has made its grants available. The money comes from a joint effort between Goldman Sachs Group Inc. and the City. Goldman Sachs is providing $5 million in loans to small businesses affected by Sandy, matching the amount announced by the City. According to the Mayor’s Office, the grants “are designed to provide critical supplemental assistance to what is being provided through the low-interest loans and will be capped at no more than the amount the business receives in the loans.” For more information and to apply for the Emergency Loan

Fund, go to www.nyc.gov/ nycbusiness. Individuals or homeowners who applied for FEMA funds will start receiving the payments shortly. The money is primarily for disaster-related housing needs, such as repairs or paying for rentals while the owners put their lives back together. The agency has not provided a breakdown of how the money is being divided among the more than 47,000 Queens residents who have registered as of Nov. 27. It is a caseby-case basis, according to FEMA spokesman Ed Conley. “We’re still getting registrations every day,” he said. If you still need FEMA assistance, you can register at online at www.disasterassistance.gov or via smart phone at m.fema.gov. Applicants can also call (800) 6213362. Once you register, a FEMA inspector will check out your claim. Once it is approved, the funds will arrive shortly thereafter. You also have the option to put a checking or savings account number for direct deposit, which would speed up the payment process.

“People are getting the word out, which is great,” Conley said. Throughout the state, nearly 1,300 inspectors have completed 139,000 home examinations. FEMA has also established seven disaster recovery centers in Southern Queens for those storm survivors who need help as quickly as possible. The DRCs are located in Fort Tiden Park at 1-199 Rockaway Point Blvd. in Breezy Point, Duane Reade at 115-12 Beach Channel Drive in Far Rockaway, Community Church Nazarene at 1414 Central Ave. in Far Rockaway, 125 American Legion Cross Bay Blvd. in Broad Channel, 1001 Beach 20th St. in Far Rockaway, Arverne by the Sea at 68-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd. in Far Rockaway and Hillcrest High School at 160-05 Highland St. in Jamaica. To find the nearest recovery center, you can also text DRC and a zip code to 43362. A text message will be sent back with the address. Reach Reporter Joe Marvilli at (718) 357-7400, Ext. 125, or at jmarvilli@queenstribune.com.

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The Christmas Tree outside the Flushing branch of the Queens Public Librar y was lit up during a ceremony Tuesday night.

ministrators at the center said they had to close a small bodega that sold items, such as cereal, sundries and various perishables, at a more affordable price than grocery stores. Shelves that were once in a wellstocked store room four months ago now sit bare, holding only a sparse number of plastic bags. “Having the store used to be wonderful. It would allow us to save a lot of money,” said Ann Harato, a local Sunnyside resident who frequents the center. “A lot of us have to make choices between food and medicine among other sacrifices to tighten our belts. We’ve made them. We’ve done them. We’d like some food.” Though employees at SCSC have been working to cope with the loss of their bodega with the hopes of one day reopening it, Berg asserts that the government should be consistently working to contribute more than what is currently given to providers. “One in six children in Queens currently live in households that can’t

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By MEGAN MONTALVO Amidst the loss of dozens of homes, cars and lives, the wrath of Superstorm Sandy put one basic human need at the forefront of volunteer efforts: feeding the hungry. While many donations have contributed to the recovery process since the storm hit four weeks ago, a new survey issued by the New York City Coalition Against Hunger shows that in terms of total restoration, the City still has a long way to go. On Nov. 21, NYCCAH Executive Director Joel Berg unveiled data at the Sunnyside Community Services Center from a report titled “The Perpetual Storm,” which detailed the struggles a number of agencies have faced pre-and-postSandy. “Here in Queens, our survey found that even before Hurricane Sandy, 321,000 residents live in households that cannot afford enough food,” Berg said at the center. “Since the storm, that number has considerably risen.” According to the survey, within the first week after the Sandy, 54 percent of the 100 responding City food providers reported that they had been impacted by the physical elements of the superstorm. Additionally, more than 60 percent reported an increase in the number of people requesting food.

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BY NATALIA KOZIKOWSK A After serving nearly three-anda-half years as Supervising Judge of the Queens Civil Court, Charles Lopresto was inducted as Justice of the Supreme Court in the State of New York on Tuesday, Nov. 27. Lopresto's 30-year-long journey began when he worked as an assistant to a court attorney. He quickly rose through the ranks, serving as principal law clerk to Justice Charles Cohen. Between 1982 and 2006, he moved on to serve other justices like Joseph Risi and Jeremy Weinstein. Later in 2006, he was appointed to be the Supervising Judge of the Civil Court in Queens. Running on both the Democratic and Republican Party lines for Justice of the Supreme Court just a few years later, he easily nabbed the election as Justice of the Supreme Court and will serve a 14-year term. "Being a judge is a wonderful thing to accomplish and it's been a lifelong dream and ambition of mine," Lopresto said. "It is an honor and a great privilege. There is no other position I would want to hold in life. When I first became

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Judge Lopresto, alongside his wife and two sons, is sworn in by Jeremy Weinstein. a judge, I couldn't imagine my career path could get any better." The Astoria native's impressive resume was praised by many speakers at his induction ceremony, including Presiding Justice Randal Eng. "When one looks at his background and his resume, you knew that this was a person that was

destined for great things because Charles Lopresto studied under masters," Eng said. "With a background like that - it's not surprising he became learned in the law and learned in administration. He will be a tremendous asset to his bench and who knows what horizons await him down the line." Fernando Camacho, Adminis-

trative Judge for Criminal Matters of the 11th Judicial District, also boasted about Lopresto's experience in the judicial system. "For those of us who have been around Queens for a few years, we know a few things about Charles Lopresto. We know he is an outstanding judge, we know he is devoted to his beautiful and talented family, we know about his resume and accomplishments," Camacho said. While many gave mention to the jurist's accomplishments, the Hon. speakers also pointed out that Lopresto's bipartisan approach to the law as a unique feature, making him a good candidate for Justice of the Supreme Court. "He is a bipartisan justice and I say that because he comes from a bipartisan family. His mother has been a long-time member of the Taminent Democratic Club and his brother was an elected Repub-

lican assemblyman," said Michael Reich, executive secretary of the Democratic Organization of Queens County. "He has shown his impartiality by being in that bipartisan family and he was also nominated and supported by the Republican Party led by my good friend, Phil Ragusa." Following Lopresto's oath of office, the newly elected Supreme Court Justice shared a few closing remarks and sentiments with the audience. "I am truly humbled, honored and privileged to serve in this very esteemed position," he said. "These great things do not just happen by accident or coincidence or without the help, support and guidance of many people." Lopresto went on to thank many of his co-workers, his secretary, his former bosses, and last, but certainly not least, his family his two sons and wife, for being supportive every step of the way in his journey to becoming a Justice of the Supreme Court of New York. Reach Reporter Natalia Kozikowska at (718)357-7400 Ext. 123 or nkozikowska@ queenspress.com.

Jamaica Car Wash Workers Join Union Queens and SoHo busiAve., set a precedent as the nesses, Lage was ordered first in the City to unionize to pay $3.4 million to under RWDSU. workers for back pay and After conducting a series damages after a federal of protests and rallies with lawsuit in 2009. the New York Communities “Car Wash kingpin for Change Coalition and John Lage is notorious Make the Road New York, a for his bad labor pracnonprofit organization that tices,” Westin said of seeks to empower Latino and Thursday’s union expanworking class communities, sion. “Today, he rethe self-titled “carwasheros” ceived a clear message at Webster Car Wash in the that car wash workers Bronx became the second to throughout NYC will no join last month, spurring othlonger tolerate the misers in Jamaica, SoHo and the “Carwasheros” from Astoria Car Wash and Hitreatment that has been Bronx to follow suit. Last Tek 10 Minute Lube rally for fair wages in Sephis standard practice for week, more than a dozen tember. Workers from car washes in Jamaica too long.” workers at Sunny Day Car and SoHo have joined with them in the Retail, Santos Lopez, a GuaWash in the Bronx went on Wholesale and Department Store Union. temalan immigrant who strike after being denied two threats and intimidation just to has lived in the United States for weeks pay. “Momentum is building in this make the basic legally guaranteed eight years, worked at the Sutphin industry. Last week, car wash choice to join a union. That real- Car Wash for four years and was workers at Sunny Day in the Bronx ity is depressing, but the courage one of the washers to vote prospontaneously went on strike, and they have shown tells us all that union in last week’s vote. For him, the new formation not now, Sutphin and LMC Soho their time has come.” According to NYCC Director only meant an end to exploitation at workers join the workers at the Webster car wash, making three of Organizing Jonathan Westin, Sutphin, but also a new respect and John Lage-owned car washes in John Lage has a long-standing his- dignity for all car wash employees o n e m o n t h t h a t h a v e v o t e d tory of employee mistreatment and throughout the City. “These elections are very imto unionize,” MRNY Co-Execu- substandard labor practices. In addition to the alleged mis- portant for us because we deserve a tive Director Deborah Axt said. “These workers had to face down treatment of workers at his Bronx, fair salary, job security, and other Photo by Megan Montalvo

By MEGAN MONTALVO Nine months after launching the Citywide Workers Aligned for a Sustainable and Healthy New York campaign to fight mistreatment in the car wash industry, the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union has achieved a new milestone. On Nov. 22, RWDSU announced that workers at the Sutphin Car Wash, located at 97-31 Sutphin Blvd. in Jamaica, and Lage Car Wash in SoHo have joined their fight for fair wages and safer working conditions, boosting their total union membership from two car wash locations to four. “The old way of doing business at these establishments are over. Car wash workers across the city have had enough and are fighting back against abusive conditions,” RWDSU President Stuart Appelbaum said. “The RWDSU is proud of these workers and will continue to support them - whether it be at the negotiation table or the picket line - as they stand up for a better future for their families.” In September, employees at the Astoria Car Wash and Hi-Tek 10 Minute Lube, located at 83-01 24th

benefits,” Lopez said. “With a union, they will treat us with respect and dignity. I’m very happy for myself and my co-workers because of the changes we think will happen at our workplace.” Although their campaign continues to grow steadily, MRNY officials said their goal is far from reach. In a recent survey of 89 workers at 29 different car washes throughout the City, MRNY found that more than 71 percent of the employees worked at least 60 hours per week, with some totaling 105 hours weekly basis. Of that number, nearly 75 percent of the workers did not get overtime pay for exceeding 40 hours, according to MRNY. As the WASH campaign continues, State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman is also investigating the alleged abuses at the Lageowned car washes in an attempt to bring carwashes into compliance with labor laws. Calls made to John Lage were not returned as of press time. Reach Reporter Megan Montalvo at (718) 357-7400 Ext. 128 or mmontalvo@ queenstribune.com.

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Food For Thought With so many Queens residents still affected by Superstorm Sandy, it was distressing to learn that even before the storm, more than 320,000 residents in the Borough could not afford enough food to live. Not surprisingly, according to the New York City Coalition Against Hunger, that number has risen dramatically in the last four weeks. Many organizations have come together in response to the storm to donate food and other necessities to those affected by the storm, but the greater issue did not begin with Sandy, and will not go away once all the repairs have been completed. Hunger is an ongoing issue in the City, and the agencies that provide food to people living below the poverty line face a constant struggle to keep their shelves stocked and their visitors fed. The people who work and volunteer at food pantries are to be commended for their year-round efforts to feed the City’s hungry. The very least we can do is make an effort to provide something to help on a continuing basis. For more information on how to help, visit www.nyccah.org.

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Ideas Sought To The Editor: In this time of Thanksgiving and upcoming holidays, we can be proud and thankful that there was no shortage of caring individuals, of actions of selflessness through Hurricane Sandy and its aftermath. The true spirit and resilience of New Yorkers shone through these past weeks. What was in apparent shortage, besides gas, was a coordinated response from the various levels of government, especially the Federal FEMA response. We’ve all seen numerous private groups and individuals taking charge and helping the hardest hit areas by cooking meals, donating time to clean up, giving money and supplies and generally being fantastic neighbors. What we have also seen is a lack of a cohesive plan by various agencies, the reinventing of the wheel and the provision of insufficient and lackluster services.

We’re not here to cast blame or aspersions, just to ask you, the general public, what you’ve seen that’s worked in this emergency and what you would like to see in the City’s plans as concerns our response to natural disasters and emergent situations. We know there’ll be commissions set up to examine the government’s response to this disaster, but they won’t focus on your individual contributions and actions; we are. As the Director of the New York Anti Crime agency and the Public Safety Chair of Community Board 1, I know from experience that a backup emergency plan’s success is directly correlated to how long it takes for essential services to be returned to normal; by this criteria, there was a lot left to be desired in the official response. For example, one thing I learned, when helping our NYPD Community Affairs officer maintain order on a mile-long gas line in Astoria right before the

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shortage eased, is that communication is key. We told the people when gas was going to be given out, we marked the last car in line one hour before closing the line so people didn’t wait for no good reason and we made sure to be visible with reflective gear and flashlights for night traffic control and directions… Only three people out of about 300 caused any real issue; 99 percent remained civil and cooperative, and many told us how important being informed was to their experience. The point is, we want you to give us ideas; we want to know what worked on the ground, what should be done differently. There is no better sounding board than the people in the trenches. If you have a concrete idea for improvement, let us know; please, don’t just send complaint letters. We will collect and disseminate valuable information or ideas to our elected officials and emergency personnel if it has merit. Don’t assume someone knows or is doing it already. One of the biggest complaints we heard was that people didn’t know what was needed or who was really helping at the sites. Along those lines, if you saw exemplary actions by a certain group, let us know who they are. Again, this event did show the caring and resilient nature of New Yorkers and I’m proud to say that the residents of Western Queens, realizing how lucky we were in our area, were right at the forefront in helping those who suffered most. Let us keep doing it but in a more efficient, organized and non-redundant manner. Tell us of the good deeds and actions you saw or did and tell us what could have been done better. Please send the information to the New York Anti Crime agency /CB 1 Safety Chair, 24 40 Steinway St., Astoria, NY 11103. Or email me at Meloni25@iasny.org. Tony Meloni, CB 1 Safety Chair

Land Grab To The Editor: In regards to the proposed MLS stadium in Flushing Meadows Co-

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rona Park: As a “soccer crazed Queens resident” I am offended! The City is to take taxpayer parkland and “acquire” the land in order to hand it over to a for-profit corporation? From what I know of “soccer crazed Queens Residents,” we like to go to the park and play soccer on the weekends. We like to enjoy our parkland for ourselves, our families, our children. We do not want to pay to watch others play. While I am certain many of us would love to take in a game with the family, and most of us would do so from time to time, I question the legitimacy of taking taxpayer land away from the taxpayer and giving it to a for profit corporation. Where is the Queens Borough President on this? Why has she not spoken out against this? If this were in Manhattan and we were talking about taking away 10 acres from Central Park in order to build yet another stadium, what would their Borough President be doing? What would our Mayor, a Manhattan resident, be doing? Would they be in favor of such a land grab? I for one doubt it. Aside from our current lame duck Borough President, where are all the announced candidates that are coming out of the woodwork for the position? Why haven’t any of them come forward and denounce this deal? Why are they allowing this deal to go on? Where is Senator Peralta, whose district encompasses the community most negatively affected by this land grab? As a matter of fact, Senator Peralta should be out there screaming and yelling. Most Hispanics, my in-laws, my friends included, from the surrounding Jackson Heights-Corona community flood the parks during the summer months. They play soccer, picnic, hold festivals, parties and again play soccer, on the land targeted to be stolen. Where is Senator Avella on this deal? He was quoted in The Capital as saying “You can’t just say, ‘oh, that sounds like a great idea.’” What exactly does he mean by that? Does it mean the deal can go on but needs to be tweeked? I hope not. Why hasn’t he come out against this? Is he going to do so as soon he officially declares his candidacy?

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On that note, is Councilman Peter Vallone also waiting for his official announcement before he denounces this theft? After all, many Astoria residents also utilize Flushing Meadows Park when participating in soccer tournaments. Where are Melinda Katz and Leroy Comrie on this issue? It is a big issue for us Queens voters! Then we have Barry Grodenchick, who is the “Deputy Queens Borough President.” Mr. Grodenchick already has “Queens Borough President” in his title; only thing he wants removed is the Deputy part. My question is: Why has he remained silent on this Land Grab? As the Deputy to the Queens Borough President, as well as a declared candidate, shouldn’t he be speaking out on this? What is his position? As a lifelong resident of Queens, I am calling on all the candidates to make their position public on this issue immediately! I am calling on the current Borough President to make her position on this issue public immediately as well! My position, if you want to know is: This deal is a theft, plain and simple. The people of Queens are being robbed of 10 acres of park land. Don’t tell us about the fields you are going to build for us in the surrounding communities in the future. If you take 10 acres, we want 10 acres, and we want to know exactly where and what we are getting in return! Is the MLS going to allow all that currently use the 10 acres to continue using the new stadium during the warm weather months? Will the taxpayers be able to hold their “pickup” games on the new fields within the stadium? If so, will there now be a fee? Better yet, leave our land alone! Do what every legitimate business has done in America since its inception: Find a location, make sure it meets all requirements and codes. Then buy the property and build your stadium. America, land of opportunity! Just not on the taxpayers’ backs! Alfredo Centola, President, Malba Gardens Civic Association

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From Dec. 4-30, the Louis Armstrong House Museum will host Historic Holiday House Tours.

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LAHM Hosts Histor ic Holiday House Tours This holiday season, locals can feel right at home in Corona with none other than the legendary Louis Armstrong himself. From Dec. 4-30, the historic Louis Armstrong House Museum will offer special guided tours wherein guests may hear rare audio clips from Armstrong’s personal recordings of himself and family celebrations at home, including an exclusive at-home reading of “Twas the Night Before Christmas, A Visit from St. Nicholas.” For those in attendance, Museum Director Michael Cogswell said he expects the night to be a sight perfect for large groups of friends and family as the tours will act as a one-of-a-kind glimpse into how the Armstrongs celebrated their own Christmas at home. “We love recreating the holiday joy of Louis and Lucille’s home at Christmas time,” he said. “It’s a great place to bring your friends and family and to take a break from the hustle and bustle that December often brings.” The Historic Holiday House Tour is a 40-minute, guided interpretive tour of the only preserved home of a jazz legend in the world. In addition to an exclusive athome reading, the tours will also feature seasonal recordings including “Zat You Santa Claus” and Armstrong listening to Nat King Cole sing “All I Want for Christmas is My Two Front Teeth” with an impromptu duet by Satchmo. Though the special holiday tours only come once a year, the Louis Armstrong House is always a draw year-round as a National Historic landmark and New York City landmark. All of the furnishings are origi-

nal, giving the feeling that Armstrong and his wife just stepped out for a minute due to the fact that no one has lived in the house since Louis and Lucille Armstrong. While visiting, guests may stop by the museum store, where unique holiday gifts are in-stock. Gifts include everything from Armstrong T-shirts, caps, tote bags, books, CDs, DVDs and a “West End Blues” Frisbee that looks like a 78- record. For any true music fan, one treasure on hand is the Louis Armstrong Ambassador Series CDs from Sweden, which contain rare and previously unreleased recordings not sold anywhere else in the world. The Ambassador CDs feature Louis Armstrong on the radio, Louis live at Carnegie Hall, Louis with Benny Goodman’s sextet, Louis jamming with Fats Waller and much more. Additionally, the store CD collection includes Satchmo at Symphony Hall 65th Anniversary: The Complete Performances, a legendary concert issued in complete form for the very first time thanks to the Museum’s Gösta Hägglöf Collection, and Louis Armstrong - The OKeh, Columbia and RCA Victor Recordings 1925-1933, a 10-CD set featuring Armstrong’s most famous early recordings in one box. At the store, foodies may also be delighted to learn that the Museum is the northeast’s exclusive distributor of “Jazzmen Rice,” an aromatic jasmine grown in Louisiana, which displays a picture of Armstrong on the front of the bag. The Louis Armstrong House Museum is located at 34-56 107th St. in Corona. The Museum is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and weekends from noon to 5 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults and $7 for seniors. Students and children under age 4 are free. No reservations are necessary for individuals, but groups of 8 or more should call (718) 478.8274 or visit www.louisarmstronghouse.org to make a reservation. Reach Reporter Megan Montalvo at (718) 357-7400 Ext. 128 or mmontalvo@queens tribune.com. -Megan Montalvo

Groups Condemn Redistr icting Propos al Since the release of final proposed City Council district maps earlier this month, some organizations have been vocally opposed to

certain parts of the proposal. Both the Woodhaven Residents' Block Association and the Asian American Community Coalition on Redistricting and Democracy have blasted the City Districting Commission's proposal because it splits communities within the Borough. The Districting Commission is a bipartisan group comprised of eight members appointed by party leaders and seven members appointed by Mayor Mike Bloomberg to draw district lines in response to the 2010 Census. Both groups contend that earlier drafts of the proposal had been more beneficial to their communities and that the final proposal was not in line with what they were expecting. The WRBA contends that the proposal splits the neighborhood into three parts divided into two districts. An earlier draft of the proposal placed nearly all of Woodhaven in a single Council District. "The commission decided to throw Woodhaven under the bus. It should be embarrassed about how its final proposal treats our community," WRBA Director of Communications Alex Blenkinsopp said. "We want all City Council members to know that a vote in favor of this gerrymander is a vote against Woodhaven." While ACCORD has praised many of the decisions in the final redistricting proposal, the group has expressed concern over the division of Bayside into two Council Districts - the 19th and 23rd - and the separation of Briarwood and Jamaica Hills into the 24th and 29th Council Districts. Briarwood and Jamaica Hills is home to a growing population of South Asian Americans, ACCORD asserted, and the community was not given any notice about the change before the final proposals came out. "The two neighborhoods were kept together and substantially whole in the 24th District through the entire process, including the first set of hearings," a statement from ACCORD read. The group has also expressed concern over the continued separation of South Ozone Park, which is split along Lefferts Boulevard into the 28th and 32nd Districts. The separation, the group said, negatively impacts the Indo-Caribbean community. "Our community's advancement will be significantly constrained due to the division of South Ozone Park," Richard David, executive director of the Indo-Caribbean Alli-

natural beauty. The nearly-dozen photos line the walls of the Visitor and Administration Building. "With a wildlife refuge at its heart, the Bay's seemingly pristine natural habitats of water, beach and uplands are under threat from many sources that threaten its future viability - but these do not yet diminish the inspiration to be found here, in this place where water and land A map, provided by the Woodhaven Resi- warily meet," Frost said, dents' Block Association, shows how the in an artist statement residential area would be divided in the attached to the exhibit. Out of all the locafinal Distric t Commission proposal. tions in the garden, the Visitor and Administraance, said. Both ACCORD and the WRBA tion Building is an appropriate lohave publicly called on the City cation for the nature-focused exCouncil to take responsibility for hibit. When it opened in 2007, the structure was regarded as the greenits role in the matter. "We don't know why the Com- est in New York City. "QBG is very environmentallymission decided to split and scramble Woodhaven's representation, but we involved," Darcy Hector, director won't just sit there quietly as the City of marketing and development, Council rubber-stamps this awful said. "When the master plan was proposal," WRBA President Edward developed, that was one of the highK. Wendell said. "This is an oppor- est priorities." The photos focus on both the tunity for City Council Members both our current representatives, as splendor and fragility of the natuwell as those who might want ral environment in Jamaica Bay. Woodhaven's support in the future There is a certain stillness that - to show whether they actually care permeates everything, whether it is among the burst of green leaves about our community." ACCORD has requested the City in the trees during spring and sumCouncil hold a hearing on the matter. mer to the bare branches mirrored "It is offensive to the Asian Ameri- against the water in the fall and cans in our City to have this kind of winter. "She's really an artist and these map passed with [the City Council's] blessing," James Hong, ACCORD photographs are painterly. You spokesman, said. "The City Council don't see any animals in them even, should hold hearings now or reject except for a few birds," Hector said. this map and bring about another "I like the green and the depth round of hearings that gives the going in. Other people like to see Districting Commission a chance to the reflections on the water." The message about nature's correct its mistakes." The City Council is required to delicateness has especially hit vote on the new maps by Dec. 10. home after Superstorm Sandy. The Reach Managing Editor Steven bay experienced significant damJ. Ferrari at (718) 357-7400 or age. sferrari@queenstribune.com. The destruction caused by the -Steven J. Ferrari storm will likely be incorporated into a lecture at QBG by Don Riepe, Jamaica Bay Guardian of the Ameri‘Fragile Beauty’ Littoral Society. The free event Found at Botanical can will take place on Dec. 2 at 2 p.m. "Fragile Beauty" will run through Garden The Queens Botanical Garden Jan. 12, 2013. The garden is closed views itself as an "urban oasis where on Mondays. Reach Reporter Joe Marvilli people, plants and cultures are celat (718) 357-7400, Ext. 125, or at ebrated." Such a fusion perfectly describes "Fragile Beauty: Jamaica jmarvilli@queenstribune.com. —Joe Marvilli Bay Landscapes," now on display at the center. Send Queens This Week Created by Rosalie Frost, a News and Photos to: Queens Queens-based photographer, Tribune, 150-50 14th Rd. "Fragile Beauty" is a collection of Whitestone, NY 11357 images that display Jamaica Bay's

Group Protests Bank Practices By JOE MA RVILLI A Flushing community group has formed in protest of the practices at Flushing Savings Bank. The Queens Residents Against Flushing Savings Bank was born due to the case of Franklin Torres, a property owner who battled with the bank to save his six-family building in Corona. According to the protest group, Torres won his case against the

bank in the Queens Supreme Court on Aug. 8, but the bank has refused to accept payments from Torres or work with him in any capacity. Instead, the bank is continuing to use legal maneuvers in an effort to take Torres’ property. The issue has sparked much anger among the group, especially after the bank bailouts in 2008 and 2009. “We have formed this group to

get the message out throughout the community and bring to light the issue of Banks abusing the people,” Bill Struhs, Coordinator of Queens Residents Against FSB said. “To add insult to injury, this bank, FSB, is the beneficiary of $70 million dollars in taxpayer bailout money. We were there for them and now they want to bury us.” The group has held demonstrations against the bank, specifically

through the use of a flyer covered van. The posters calls for boycotts and labeled the corporation as a “property thief.” “We believe that there are a class of people who have been negatively impacted by the unscrupulous and perhaps illegal tactics of this corporate entity,” Luis Castro, a group member, added. “We will be visible and vocal and FSB should take notice that we will not allow them to

abuse our community”. As of press time, FSB has not returned calls for comment. Queens Residents Against FSB members said the group intends to expand their community mobilization by visiting all bank branches to educate consumers about the bank’s tactics. Reach Reporter Joe Marvilli at (718) 357-7400, Ext. 125, or at jmarvilli@queenstribune.com.

Online Courses Provided For Displaced Students With some schools still recovering from Superstorm Sandy, the Dept. of Education has turned to Cyberspace to solve the problem. Schools Chancellor Dennis Walcott announced last week that the DOE will offer online courses to students grades 6 through 12 who have been displaced from their homes or reassigned to other schools while educational facilities undergo repairs. Students will be able to enroll in online classes for subjects including English, math, econom-

ics, calculus, world history and Spanish. “Hurricane Sandy was one of the worst storms our City has seen, and through great effort, we were able to open 96 percent of our schools just one week later and relocate the students and staff from damaged buildings,” Walcott said. “Still, some of our families have not been able to return to their homes, and the impact on students demands more resources to ensure they get the education they need. These online courses will help keep our

students on track for their academic success.” Walcott said the courses were made available through a DOE program that supports online tools for classroom learning. The courses will be taught by teachers experienced in online learning, who will be available to students throughout enrollment. The New York, Queens and Brooklyn Public Library systems have partnered with the DOE to provide students enrolled in the online courses with internet access

at branch locations throughout the City. “Supporting education for all New Yorkers is among Queens Library’s most important mandates. Our doors are open, our computers and our trained information professionals are available to help students succeed,” said Bridget QuinnCarey, chief operating officer of the Queens Library. The courses can be completed from any computer with internet access. Students who do not have access to the internet at home will

be able to access the online courses at branches of the New York, Queens and Brooklyn Public Libraries. The DOE has announced that it will help to match displaced students with library locations if needed. To enroll, students must complete an interest form by calling (718) 642-5885 or online at w w w . i l e a r n n y c . n e t / virtuallearning2012. DOE staff will then follow up with each students’ schools to determine eligibility and set up a learning plan.

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101st Precinct HOMICIDE: At approximately 8:15 p.m. on Nov. 23, police responded to a 911 call of a male shot in front of 43-12 Rockaway Beach Blvd. Upon arrival, officers observed a Black 21-year-old male, identified as Peren Phillippe, with multiple gunshot wounds about the torso and legs. EMS also responded and transported the victim to Jamaica Hospital where he was pronounced dead. Upon investigation, police apprehended a suspect, Diamonte Alexander, 18, and recovered a 9mm firearm. Alexander has been charged with murder and criminal possession of a weapon. Distr ict Attor ney SHAKEN BABY: Queens DA Richard Brown announced that Isrrael Garcia, 28, of Elmhurst, who admitted to violently shaking his crying infant daughter last May, has pleaded guilty to felony assault and will be sentenced to 14 years in prison. In addition, he has agreed to make an educational video on shaken baby syndrome in the hopes of keeping other parents from making the same mistake. The child, who suffered permanent life-threatening injuries, remains on life support. The infant, Maria Gordillo, who was born on March 12, arrived at the emergency room at Elmhurst Medical Center on May 28 in an unresponsive condition and was then transferred to New York University Hospital. Medical tests revealed the infant to be suffering from bleeding on the brain, in the eye, multiple old rib fractures and various bruises on her left foot and back. Garcia, who is he baby’s biological father, admitted that in early May, he came home from work tired and frustrated, heard the baby crying, forcefully grabbed and squeezed that baby around her torso and moved her repeatedly in an up and down motion. Garcia said he believed he injured the baby’s ribs at that time but did not tell anyone. Garcia also admitted that on May 28, he was home alone with the baby and the baby woke up from a nap and started to cry. Garcia then forcefully grabbed the baby and shook her repeatedly for about three minutes until

she stopped crying and appeared to go to sleep. Garcia admitted he saw the baby’s head moving backward and forward and that thereafter, the baby stopped breathing and went limp. The case was investigated by detectives assigned to the NYPD’s Queens Child Abuse Squad. UNTAXED CIGARETTES: Queens DA Richard Brown announced that a mother and so have been charged with various violations of the State Tax Laws following the seizure of approximately 677 cartons of untaxed Asian cigarettes and $132,000 in cash from a grocery store, garage and bank in Flushing. The defendants were identified as YingJian Lin, 48, and her son, Xiao Lin, 23, both of Flushing. The Lins were arraigned in Queens Criminal Court on a criminal complaint charging them with various violations of State Tax Law 1814 (Cigarettes and Tobacco Tax). According to the criminal charges, The DA’s office has been conducting an investigation of the Lins and others for several weeks. During the investigation, it is alleged that Xiao Lin was repeatedly observed entering a garage and removing cartons of untaxed Asian brand cigarettes and transporting them to a small grocery store on Main Street, where Ying-Jian Lin worked and was observed selling the untaxed cigarettes on several occasions. Detectives allegedly recovered a total of 610.3 cartons of cigarettes from the garage and 66.9 cartons from the grocery store, as well as $2,405 in cash and a safe deposit key. The key led detectives to the China Trust Bank, where a safety deposit box yielded an additional $129,970 in cash. The Lins, who face up to four years in prison if convicted, were released on their own recognizance and ordered to return to court on Jan. 8, 2013.

LEGAL NOTICE

CIRRITO HOLDINGS, LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 09/19/2012. Office loc: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 475 48th Ave Ph 3703, Long Island City, NY 11109. ___________________________________ Notice is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on 11/14/12, bearing Index Number NC-001035-12/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) Simon (Last) Pelman My present name is (First) Sandy (Last) Pelman aka Simon Pelman My present address is 137-31 71 Ave., Flushing, NY 11367 My place of birth is Germany My date of birth is December 26, 1947 ___________________________________ Notice is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County, on the 16 day of November, 2012, bearing Index Number 751/12, a copy of which may be examined at the office of the clerk, located at

89-17 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, New York, in room number 357 grants me the right, to assume the name of David Chen. My present address is at 205-23 34 th Avenue, Bayside, NY 11361, County of Queens. The date of my birth is 12/17/2008; and the place of birth is Guilin, People’s Republic of China. My present name is Jun Xi Chen ___________________________________ Notice is hereby given that an order entered by the Civil Court of Queens County, on the 25 day of October, 2012, bearing Index No. 707/12, a copy of which may be examined at the office of the clerk located at 89-17 Sutphin Blvd., Jamaica, New York, in room number 357 grants us the right to: Assume the name, Asma Adel Musaed Alwaisi. Her present name is Asma Adal Alwaisi; her date of birth is July 25 th , 2007; her place of birth is Queens, New York; her present address is 87-01 111 th S t r e e t , R i c h mond Hill, New York 11418 ___________________________________ Notice is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County, on the 16 day of November 2012, bearing Index Num-

ber 954 QNC-2012, a copy of which may be examined at the Office of the Clerk, located at 89-17 Sutphin Boulevard, Room 357, Jamaica, New York, grants me the right to assume the name of Samantha Marie Singh. My present address is: 65-59 Parsons Boulevard, Apartment 3D, Flushing, New York 11365, my date of my birth is June 16, 1995; and the place of my birth is Queens, New York. My present name is Samantha Marie Denisco. ___________________________________ Name of PLLC: Dr. Afser Tasneem Medicine PLLC. Arts. of Org. filed with NY Dept. of State: 10/22/12. Office loc.: Queens Co. Sec. of State designated agent of PLLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail process to: c/o Business Filings Inc., 187 Wolf Rd., Ste. 101, Albany, NY 12205, regd. agt. upon whom process may be served. Purpose: practice medicine. ___________________________________ Notice is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on 9/17/12, bearing Index Number NC-000551-12/QU, a copy of which may be ex-

amined 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) Katarzyna (Last) Kubat My present name is (First) Katarzyna (Last) Grabowska aka Katarzyna Kubat My present address is 6683 70 th St., Apt.2C, Middle Village, NY 11379 My place of birth is Poland My date of birth is August 21, 1981 ___________________________________ Notice is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on 9/12/12, bearing Index Number NC-000517-12/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) Simon (Middle) Jinwha (Last) Hong My present name is (First) Jinwha (Last) Hong My present address is 33-47 153 rd St., Flushing, NY 11354 My place of birth is Norman, OK My date of birth is October 22, 1985 ___________________________________ Notice is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on 10/26/12, bearing Index

Number NC-000713-12/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) Kevin (Middle) JeanBaptiste (Last) Poon My present name is (First) Kevin (Middle) Gar-Kin (Last) Poon aka Kevin Garkin Poon, aka Kevin G Poon My present address is 45-05 243 rd St., Little Neck, NY 11362 My place of birth is Manhattan, NY My date of birth is June 19, 1989 ___________________________________ 41388 REALTY CO., LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 11/15/2012. Office in Queens Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 3021 31st Ave., Astoria, NY 11102. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. ___________________________________ Notice is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on 11/ 19/12, bearing Index Number NC-000761-12/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) Raoshan (Middle) Jamil (Last) Chowdhury My present name is (First) Alok (Last) Chowdhury My present address is 88-20 Parsons Boulevard, Apt. 2H, Jamaica, NY 11432 My place of birth is Dhaka, Bangladesh My date of birth is September 23, 1955 ___________________________________ NOTICE OF FORMATION of limited liability company (LLC). Name: 4745 45 STR LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 10/ 31/2012. Office location: Queens County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: The LLC, 4891 187th Street, Fresh Meadows, NY 11365. Purpose: any lawful purpose. ___________________________________ 15-26 COLLEGE POINT REALTY LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 8/29/ 12. Office in Queens Co. SSNY design. Agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to Yi Sun C/O 13631 41ST Ave. Ste. 4D Flushing, NY 11355. Purpose: Any lawful activity.

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(D-East Elmhurst), former Councilwoman Melinda Katz and former Deputy Borough President Barry Grodenchik have already been linked to the race. Councilman Peter Vallone Jr. (D-Astoria) is also considering a bid for the office. The candidates in the field will seek to replace Borough President Helen Marshall, who is term limited. Marshall was first elected in 2001. Avella said he believes Queens needs stronger leadership and thinks that his forthright style and familiarity with the Borough will help him in his campaign. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think Queens needs a voice. It needs somebody like myself, who is a hands-on person with a lot of the issues that face us,â&#x20AC;? Avella said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think the office of Borough President can be expanded to be a much more proactive voice on local issues.â&#x20AC;? The senator did not elaborate on how he would expand the officeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s role, stating it was too early in the race to do so. He also has not yet publicly declared a date for his official announcement. Although he works now on a state-wide level, Avella mentioned that the larger problems he tackles could apply to local situations too. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Eighty percent of the issues that I deal with, even at the Senate level, still relate to the local issues,â&#x20AC;? he said. Avella defeated former State Sen. Frank Padavan for his seat in 2010. From 2002

to 2009, he served as a member of the City Council, in the district now represented by Councilman Dan Halloran (RWhitestone). Throughout his tenure, the senator has been known to speak out against the Democratic Party line in certain cases. He said he sees this as a major strength that would help him get the resources Queens needs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not afraid to take on the powers-thatbe and I think thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what is needed as Borough President, not someone whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to go along with the political landscape, but somebody whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to speak out on

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Eighty percent of the issues that I deal with, even at the Senate level, still relate to the local issues.â&#x20AC;? -State Sen. Tony Avella issues and fight for us,â&#x20AC;? Avella said. Reach Reporter Joe Marvilli at (718) 357-7400, Ext. 125, or at jmarvilli@queenstribune.com.

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Holiday Gift Guide

Great Local Gifts For Art Lovers

With the holidays quickly approaching, many store owners throughout the Borough have kept in line with the tradition of displaying seasonal art for all passersby to see. Though festive window paintings of Frosty the Snowman and Santa Claus may put shoppers in the gift-giving spirit, we might as well face it - they hardly compare to the creations of Picasso and van Gogh. To please any true art lover in your life, it may be best to stick with this sure-fire list of gifts that retail from the best local museums in town. “The Photographer’s Eye,” $24.95 Described as a 20th-century classic, “The Photographer’s Eye” by John Szarkowski is an indispensable introduction to the visual language of photography that will appeal to shutter bugs at any skill level. Its contents are based on a landmark 1964 exhibition at The Museum of Modern Art, which

really compares to giving the gift of time, especially when it comes with a snazzy iconic design.

analyzed the fundamental challenges and opportunities that all photographers have faced. They have long been out of print – until now. The revitalized book is available for purchase at MoMA PS1’s one-of-a-kind gift shop, ARTBOOK, located at 46-01 21st St. in Long Island City or online at www.artbook.com. Quad-Cam Camera, $8.95 Sure, reading about photography is fun, but making your own is better. After browsing through “The Photographer’s Eye,” your gift-

getter may have a hankering to snap a few shots of their own. Why not pair this nifty little camera with your book purchase to turn your good gift into a great gift? The Quad-Cam captures a second of your life in four frames on a single sheet and uses standard 35 mm film. It is available for purchase at the Museum of Moving Image Store, located at 36-01 35th Ave. in Astoria or online at www.movingimage.us. While t here, be sure to c h e c k o u t o t h e r i n ve n t iv e items such as Pac-Man Cookie Cutters, which allows you to m a ke e d i b l e a r t , a n d Te st Screen Clock, because nothing

Blue Shovel Akari Print, $50 You will not have to dig deep to strike gold when it comes to the “Blue Shovel” Akari Print from the Isamu Noguchi Museum. Known for pairing abstract shapes with Japanese aesthetics, Noguchi employed the concept of illuminated sculpture he developed during the 1940s to create a series of works he entitled Akari, meaning “light as illumination.” With its simplistic symmetry and geometric-inspired pattern, “Blue Shovel” is a wellsuited gift for any art connoisseur. For fans of the more daring designs, the “Orange Bow Tie” and “Red Sun” are sure to make an impression. The Noguchi Museum Shop is located at 9-01 33rd Road in Long Island City and online

at www.noguchi.org. 5Pointz Novelty T-Shirt With the advent of urban art, there is no other museum that perfectly embodies the graffiti artistic movement as 5Pointz in Long Island City does. This year, the self-appointed “graffiti mecca” celebrated its tenth anniversary. However, with the celebration came somber news that the iconic building may be demolished to make way for new condos as soon as next year. As a collec tor’s item, a 5Pointz T-shirt not only makes for a unique gift, but also encourages the recipient to exercise their creativity by acting as a wearable blank canvas. Add graffiti of your own before giving the shirt as a gift, or simply wrap it blank and let the artist do what they do best paint! 5Pointz is located at 45-46 Davis St. Merchandise is accessible through www.5ptz.com. - Megan Montalvo

Something Special For the Sports Junkie

Mets Tickets With baseball season just a few months away, that special baseball fan in your life will love watching a live Mets game at Citi Field. Located in the heart of Queens and accessible by train, Citi Field is an exciting place to spend a brisk spring afternoon. You can purchase your t icket s at newyork.mets.mlb.com. Tickets are anywhere from $20 for nosebleeds, or if you’re willing to cough up the extra cash for better seats, the priciest tickets are in the upwards of $175. Hurry up and get your tickets now as

their website is offering a special holiday sale! Personalized Jersey, Hat or Shirt Whether he is a fan of the Jets, Giants, Met s, Yankees, Knicks or Nets, Artistic Stitch, located at 79-08 Cooper Ave. in Glendale, has you covered this holiday season. Artistic Stitch offers a vide variety of customized sports gear ranging from polo shirts to jerseys, hoodies to hats and backpacks to tee shirts. Embroider any article of clothing with his/her name. Customized white tee shirts start at just $4.95! For more information on pricing and select styles, you may reach Artistic Stitch at (718) 416-1380. Team Winter Gear Keep that special someone in your life warm this winter all while he can represent his favorite team. Modell’s Sport ing

Goods features a diverse selection of winter gear for every type of budget and every type of sport! All items can be purchased at store locations or online at www.modells.com. New York Knicks Logo Hat, $12.99 OKC Thunder Fleece Sweatshirt, $49.99 New York Jets Nike Classic Logo Full-zip Hoodie, $69.99 New York Giants St ripe Scarf, $19.99

Team Pajamas Who doesn’t love pajamas? For this holiday season, buy that special man in your life a comfy pair of pajamas he can wear in bed while the game is on. Give him something to dream about! All pajamas can be found at Modell’s Sporting Goods locations or can be purchased online at www.models.com. NY Jets Pajamas for Youth, $24.99 Miami Heat, $19.99 - Natalia Kozikowska

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Show that special sport s junkie in your life that you’re his number one fan this holiday season with any of these sportsrelated gifts. Whether it’s your dad, your brother, your boyfriend or even a sports fanatic mom – any of these gifts will surely make them cheer!

Holiday Gift Guide

This Season, There’s a Song for Everyone

Now that Thanksgiving is behind us, the Christmas season is in full swing. You know what that means: Christmas music! While everyone enjoys a little “Deck the Halls” or some “Jingle Bell Rock,” there are plenty of other wonderfully melodic gifts for you to pick up for your loved ones. Here are f ive items t hat should make a good fit for any type of song lover. (Editor’s Note: Images provided by Amazon.com. Prices are taken from the list price on Amazon.com, and do not necessarily reflect on-sale prices.) The Beatles Stereo Vinyl Box Set, $319 If you are a music fan, chances are pretty high that you like at least some of the Fab Four’s expansive catalogue. Although all of their albums were remastered recently, you can now grab the entire discography on vinyl. Experience the Beatles as they were listened to when t he records f irst came out.

Whether it is the pop melodies of “A Hard Day’s Night,” the psychedelic moods of “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band” or the stylistic shifts of “Abbey Road,” everyone will find something to enjoy. “The Complete Columbia Album Collection” – Johnny Cash, $255.99 The years spent as part of Columbia Records were the most fruitful for the late Johnny Cash. Between 1958 and 1986, the country singer released a stunning 59 albums. All of those CDs are included in this compilation, along with four bonus discs. In fact, this is the first time 35 of his records are being released on CD. If you are looking for hits, this massive set has nearly all of them, such as “Ring of Fire,” “I Walk the Line,” “Man in Black” and “A Boy Named Sue.” If you know someone who likes country music, than this icon’s collection is the perfect gift.

“Celebration Day” – Led Zeppelin, $30.21 Back in December 2007, legendary hard rock band Led Zeppelin reunited for a one-off performance in London’s O2 Arena. Now, five years later, you can experience what those lucky few fans did that night. The performance is now available on both CD and DVD Blueray. Filmed in HD with surround sound audio, the music and video is close to flawless. Even though they are older, the band still rips through hits like “Black Dog,” “Kashmir” and “Whole Lotta Love” with the same enthusiasm and energy that originally made them famous.

“Unapologetic” – Rihanna, $17.98 Almost exactly a year after Rihanna dropped her smash-hit “Talk That Talk,” she is back with a brand new release of dance-ready pop and subtle electronic soul. The record’s first single, “Diamonds,” went to number one in a dozen countries, adding to the hit parade she’s been on since 2005. It features writing and production credits from some of pop’s biggest behind-the-scenes people, like Sia Furler, Future and David Guetta. Guest performers include Chris Brown, Mikky Ekko and Eminem. Wit h a lineup like that, the gift cannot go wrong for the pop fan.

Holidays Rule Compilation, $6.99 If you know someone looking for a new Christmas collection, “Holidays Rule” is the album for them. It features both contemporary and classic songs, making sure the season is definitely jolly for gift receivers. While the record includes vet eran songwriters like Paul McCartney and Rufus Wainwright, it focuses on some younger and less wellknown names. Some of those acts are fun., The Civil Wars, The Head and the Heart and The Shins. This gift is a great opportunity to give those Christmas music fans their favorite tunes with a fresh twist. - Joe Marvilli

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Stylish Gifts For the Fashionista

With New Year’s Eve right around the corner, metallic prints are back in style but not all things that glitter are gold. If you’re looking for the perfect gift for that special fashionista in your life, look no further, the Tribune’s got you covered for every type of budget! Target’s Mini Crossbody Handbag – Gold, $22.99 You don’t need to dig deep into your pocket to shine like a star – Target has plenty of inexpensive alternatives for unbeatable prices. You can purchase

this mini crossbody gold handbag and similar st yles on Target’s website or in stores. For under $25, you can’t go wrong!

not your color? Target has similar styles available in silver, rose gold and white all for the same great low price.

Michael Kors Small Fulton Python-Embossed Flap Bag, $198.00 To kick off the holiday season, Michael Kors introduced a new line of metallic purses sure to make to any girl sparkle. This small fulton python-embossed flap bag is perfect for any occasion and suitable for any ‘nightout-of-town’ outfit. Whether she is sporting that plain little black dress or rocking bold zebra print, you can’t go wrong with Michael Kors this holiday season.

H&M Chunky Knit Scarf with Metallic Print, $24.95 Sometimes it may be difficult to find stylish winter gear, especially if you are trying to keep warm, but this H&M metallic scarf is the perfect accessory that does both. Pair this scarf with any type of jacket (a petite coat or a leather jacket) for that ‘x-factor’ your fashionista is craving for this holiday season.

Target Strap Watch, $19.99 For more gifts that glisten, try this blingin’ glitter strap watch available at Target. This watch with rhinestones is subtle enough to wear with any outfit but is also a great accessory for any New Year’s Eve outfit. Gray

Forever 21 Metallic Shoes No holiday shopping guide would be complete without a pair of shoes to match her style. This year, Forever 21 has a large variety of metallic heels, flats and boots that will never go out of style. Check out this selection available online or at any of its retail stores. Rhinestoned Platform Pumps, $34.80 (Also available in black) Rhinestoned Patent Ballet Flats, $22.80 (Also available in rose gold)

Studded Platform Booties, $34.80 - Natalia Kozikowska

Queens Focus PEOPLE. . .PEOPLE. . .PEOPLE. . .PEOPLE PEOPLE. . .PEOPLE. . .PEOPLE. . .PEOPLE PEOPLE. . .PEOPLE. . .PEOPLE. . .PEOPLE Career Day:

Councilman Peter Vallone Jr. (D-Astoria) recently spoke to fourth and fifth graders during PS 70’s annual career day, detailing his work in public service. Vallone, who attends every career day in his district, encouraged young students to pursue many interests, but stressed the importance of community involvement.

Jennifer Gu of Flushing was one of 40 students chosen as a Fellow for the 2013 Madeleine Korbel Albright Institute for Global Affairs. Gu is a junior political science major at Wellesley College in Massachusetts. The New York Army National Guard recently announced the promotion of members in recognition of their capabilities for additional responsibility and leadership. Cheung Yip of College Point, serving with the 4th Finance Detachment, is promoted to sergeant. The New York Army National Guard recently announced the promotion of members in recognition of their capabilities for additional responsibility and leadership. Matthew Pokorny of Floral

Park, serving with the Company B, 642nd Support Battalion, is promoted to private. The Queens Historical Society will present its 25th annual Historic Holiday House Tour from 1 to 5 p.m. Dec. 9. Six historic sites in Flushing will celebrate the holiday season, including the Kingsland Homestead, Voelker Oerth House, Lewis H. Latimer House Museum, Friends Meeting House, Flushing Town Hall and the Bowne House. A trolley will stop at each location to bring visitors to the next destination. Tickets cost $10 in advance and $12 at the door. Children ages 12 and younger are free. For information or to purchase a ticket, call (718) 9390647, Ext. 14 or email info@queenshistoricalsociety.org. The Oratorio Society of Queens will perform portions of Handel’s “Messiah,” as well as traditional Christmas favorites and Chanukah songs at 4 p.m. on Dec. 16 in the Queensborough Performing Arts Center at Queensborough Community College, 222-05 56th Ave., Bayside. Tickets cost $30 for adults, $25 for seniors and students. Children ages 12 and younger accompa-

The New York Lottery recently announced the names of area Lottery players who claimed a winning ticket from one of the Lottery’s live drawings and received a cash prize valued at $10,000 or more. Homer Genuino of Queens Village won $26,023 on the Nov. 9 Take Five drawing. Genuino’s winning ticket was purchased at Wang’s Stationery, 236-11 Braddock Ave., Bellerose. Jesmin Aktar of Woodside won $70,761 on the Nov. 10 Take Five drawing. Aktar’s winning ticket was purchased at Kwanak, 168-17 Hillside Ave., Jamaica. Mohamed Saleh of Kew Gardens won $10,000 on the Nov. 2 Mega Millions drawing. Saleh’s winning ticket was purchased in North Merrick. Camille Laguerre of East Elmhurst won $10,000 on the Oct. 10 Powerball drawing. Laguerre’s winning ticket was purchased at the Lotto Candy Store, 41-92 Bowne St., Flushing. Juan Yanes of Sunnyside won $10,000 on the Nov. 2 Mega Millions drawing. Yanes’ winning ticket was purchased at VHM Enterprise, 48-17 43rd Ave., Sunnyside. Queens Botanical Garden will host its second Winter Solstice Celebration from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Dec. 16. The free event will include craft vendors, seasonal refreshment, storytelling and live music from singers and brass players. For information, call (718) 8863800, Ext. 330, email dhector@queensbotanical.org or visit. The New York Army National Guard recently announced the promotion of members in recognition of their capabilities for additional responsibility and leadership. Matthew Pokorny of Floral Park, serving with the Company B, 642nd Support Battalion, is promoted to private. The Friends of the Maple Grove Cemetery will present “Carols ‘n Cookies ‘n Cocoa ‘n Cheer,” a holiday gathering for the entire community, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 14 at the Center at Maple Grove, 127-15 Kew Gardens Road, Kew Gardens. Choral group Voices That Blend will perform, plus an Aquinas Honor Society video pre-

Bishop's Visit:

Bishop Raymond Chappetto celebrated a Mass of Thanksgiving at St. Francis Prep in Fresh Meadows with faculty, staff and members of the seven organizations that were recipients of a Thanksgiving food drive. Pictured with the Bishop (right) is Brother James McVeigh. sentation of “Jacob’s Gift,” the story of how Jacob Riis brought Christmas caroling to America in 1911. Admission and parking is free. To make reservations or for information, call (718) 523-1876. The New York Army National Guard recently announced the promotion of members in recognition of their capabilities for additional responsibility and leadership. Leeroy Evangelista of Richmond Hill, serving with the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 369th Sustainment Brigade, is promoted to sergeant first class. St. Thomas the Apostle Church, located at 87th Street at 88th Avenue in Woodhaven, will light the parish property in anticipation of Christmas at 5:30 p.m., after the 4:30 p.m. Mass, on Dec. 15. For information, call the Parish office at (718) 847-1353. The New York Army National Guard recently announced the promotion of members in recognition of their capabilities for additional responsibility and leadership. Lorena Garciaalmanzar of East Elmhurst, serving with Company F (Forward Support Company, Infantry) 427th Brigade Support Battalion, is promoted to private first class. Crystal Beckford of Corona, serving with the 37th Finance Detachment, is promoted to sergeant. Juan Mejia of Jackson Heights, serving with the Head-

quarters and Headquarters Company, 27th Brigade Special Troops Battalion, is promoted to sergeant. The New York Army National Guard recently announced the promotion of members in recognition of their capabilities for additional responsibility and leadership. Andre Vines of Long Island City, serving with Company C (Signal) 27th Brigade Special Troops Battalion, is promoted to specialist. Daniel Dukin of Astoria, serving with Company A, 1-69th Infantry, is promoted to staff sergeant.

Milestone:

Stevan Ambrus (left)of Middle Village was recently named Official of the Year by the New York Metro Intercollegiate Soccer Officials Association. He is pictured with NYMISOA President John Puglisi. Send your people news to: Queens Focus, Queens Tribune, 150-50 14th Rd., Whitestone, NY 11357

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St. Josaphat’s Church, 210th Street and 35th Avenue in B a y s i d e , w i l l p r e s e n t James Kennerley on organ at 5:30 p.m. Dec. 1. Kennerley will perform music by Bach, Sweelinck, Mozart and others. All are welcome for a free will contribution. For information, call (718) 2291663 or visit www.stjosaphatbayside.org.

nied by an adult are $10. For information, call (718) 279-3006 or visit www.queensoratorio.org.

Sandy Relief

The staff of Flushing House distributed meals to the residents of the Dayton Towers in Rockaway Beach, as well as local law enforcement for Thanksgiving. The three-building apartment complex, home to hundreds of families, had been without electricity since Superstorm Sandy struck on Oct. 29.

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Community Tribute

Assemblywoman Grace Meng (D-Flushing) and her family visited Macedonia AME Church and gave thanks to the church for providing a warm Thanksgiving meal to the community.

Along Came A Spider

The USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center’s indoor building hosted the 2012 USTA B12 National Indoor Open. The event hosted 35 players ages 12 or younger from 13 different states. The singles winner was Michael Sun (bottom) of Livingston, N.J.; the doubles winners were Connor Fu (top) of Andover, Mass., and Magnus Johnson (middle) of North Hampton, N.J.

U.S. Rep. Gregory Meeks (D-Jamaica) presented an award to Peter Rebenwursel, chairman of the Raoul Wallenberg Centennial Celebration Commission, honoring Wallenberg’s 100th birthday. Wallenberg is credited with saving 100,000 Hungarian Jews in the Holocaust. Photo by Ira Cohen.

A float of Queens’ own Spider-Man was highlighted in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and proves that he can do whatever a giant inflatable spider can. Photo by Ira Cohen.

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LEGAL NOTICE

MOGOLLON LLC Art. of Org. Filed Sec. of State of NY 08/24/2012. Off. Loc.: Queens Co. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY to mail copy of process to THE LLC C/O James Cobb, 5532 Fox Hollow Drive, Boca Raton, Florida, 33486. Purpose: Any lawful act or activity. ___________________________________ Notice of Formation of Peral General Contractor LLC, Art. of Org. filed Sec’y of State (SSNY) 3/9/11. Office location: Queens County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 31-01 102nd St., Apt. 1B, Queens, NY 11369. Purpose: any lawful activities. ___________________________________

Gothic Drive, Jamaica Estates, New York 11432. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. ___________________________________ SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, COUNTY OF QUEENS, Marco A. Guaman, Plaintiff –against- Deatrice Denene McCree, Defendant. Index No. 14808/2012. Date Summons filed: July 17, 2012. Plaintiff designates Queens County as the place of the trial. The basis of venue is: Plaintiff’s residence. SUMMONS WITH NOTICE Plaintiff resides at: 58-32 69 th Street, Apt. 1F, Maspeth, NY 11378, County of Queens. ACTION FOR DIVORCE to the above named Defendant: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to serve a notice of appearance on the Plaintiff’s Attorney(s) within twenty (20) days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within thirty (30) days after the service is complete if this summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York); and in case of your failure to appear, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the notice set forth below. Dated: June 17, 2010. Attorneys for Plaintiff: Yoon & Hong, Address: 75-21 Broadway, 2nd Floor, Elmhurst, NY 11373 Phone No.: (718) 533-1111. NOTICE: the nature of this action is to dissolve the marriage between the parties on the following grounds: DRL 170 subd. 2 – Abandonment in accordance with DRL 170(2). The relief sought is a Judgment of Absolute Divorce in favor of the Plaintiff dissolving the marriage between the parties in this action. The nature of the ancillary relief or additional relief requested is: a) Granting to the Defendant leave to resume use of her premarital or former surname, to wit: “McCree”; b) I waive distribution of marital property; c) I am not requesting any ancillary relief; and any other relief the court deems fit and proper. ___________________________________ SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF QUEENS Index # 2820/12 SUMMONS HELEN LAU f/k/a HELEN CHAN f/k/a YUK YING CHAN, Plaintiff, v. CHEUNCHENG WU, if living, and all the heirs, next of kins, distributees, devisees, grantees, trustees, lienors, creditors, assignees, and successors in interest to any of CHEUN-CHENG WU, and all their heirs, next-of-kin,

distributees, trustee, devisees, legatee(s), lienors, creditors, assignees, and successors in interest to the aforementioned class of persons having or claiming under, by or through said CHEUN-CHENG WU, who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien, or otherwise any right, title or interest in and to the premises described in the Complaint herein, and their respective husbands, wives, or widows, if any, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to Plaintiff, except as maybe stated herein, Defendant. TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to serve upon the plaintiff’s attorneys to answer to the verified complaint in this action within twenty (20) days after service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service or within thirty (30) days after service of the summons if not personally delivered upon you in the State of New York. In case of your failure to answer timely, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the verified complaint. The basis of the venue designated is the location of the real property that is the subject of this action, which is in the Borough of Queens, City and State of New York. Dated: Flushing, New York January 20, 2012 The Law Offices of Alison Fung Attorneys for Plaintiff 136-20 38 th Avenue, Suite 11-D Flushing, New York 11354 (718) 321-7000 By: Stephen Fung, Esq. To: MR. CHEUN-CHENG WU 43-29 39TH Place, Sunnyside, New York 11104 ___________________________________ NOTICE OF FORMATION of NAHOC REALTY, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 10/10/2012. 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 to the LLC to c/o LLC, 95 Dutch Hill Road, Orangeburg, NY 10962. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. ___________________________________ NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: COSMOS 123 LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York(SSNY) on 10/17/12. 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, 38-68 11th Street, Long Island City, New York 11101. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. ___________________________________ William L. Buus (SBN 180059) SCHIFFER & BUUS, APC 4675 MacArthur Court, Suite 590 Newport Beach, California 92660 Telephone: (949)8256140 Facsimile: (949)8256141 Email: wbuus@schifferbuus.com Attorneys for Plaintiff UNGAR MINDED MUSIC, LLC IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE CENTRAL DISTRICT OF CALIFORNIA SOUTHERN DIVISION UNGAR MINDED MUSIC, LLC, a Delaware Corporation, Plaintiff, vs. ROC NATION, LLC, a Delaware Corporation; et al., Defendants. Case No.: SACV12-00579 JVS (MLGx) ORDER GRANTING PLAINTIFF’S APPLICATION TO SERVE DEFENDANT C H U L A C H A K CHAKRABONGSE BY PUBLICATION Plaintiff UNGAR MINDED MUSIC, LLC (hereinafter “Ungar”) moves for an order for service of the Summons and Complaint in the above-captioned action upon Defendant CHULACHAK CHAKRABONGSE (hereinafter “Chakrabongse”) by publication. The motion was made on the grounds that good cause exists for an order granting service by publication because, after reasonable and diligent efforts to locate and serve Chakrabongse, Ungar has not been able to affect service by other means available. Having reviewed the Application and the Declarations filed in support, and good cause showing, the Court GRANTS the Application. THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that service of the Summons on Chakrabongse be accomplished by publication of said Summons in a newspaper of general circulation within the City of New York, State of New York. Accordingly, the Court directs Ungar to publish its Summons in such a newspaper once a week for four successive weeks, in compliance with California Government Code § 6064. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED THAT Ungar serve a copy of the Summons and Complaint on Chakrabongse by mail, should his address be ascertained before expiration of the time for publication. At the expiration of time for publication, Proof of Service of process by publication is to be filed with the Court. IT IS SO ORDERED. Dated: October 23, 2012

Hon. James V. Selna United District Court Judge Summons To Defendant C H U L A C H A K CHAKRABONGSE within 21 days after service of this summons on you (not counting the day you receive it, you must serve on the Plaintiff an answer to the Complaint or a motion under Rule 12 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. The answer or motion must be served on the Plaintiff’s attorney, William L. Buus whose address is 3070 Bristol Street; Suite 530; Costa Mesa, CA 92626. If you fail to respond, judgment by default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint. You must also file your answer or motion with the court. Dated November XX, 2012. ___________________________________ CIRRITO HOLDINGS, LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 09/19/2012. Office loc: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 475 48th Ave Ph 3703, Long Island City, NY 11109. ___________________________________ MARE VOSTRUM LLC, a domestic LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 8/23/12. 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, 102-09 165 th Ave, Howard Beach, NY 11414. General Purposes. ___________________________________ Notice of Formation of Diamond Holidays LLC. Arts of Org. filed with NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 10/16/12. Office loc: Queens. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 4834 Van Dam St, 2 nd Fl, LI City, NY 11101. Purpose: any lawful activity. ___________________________________ NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: ARVANITIS FAMILY LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 11/01/12. 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, 32-20 Broadway, Room 2B, Astoria, New York 11106. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. ___________________________________ Notice of Formation of Hysterikal Entertainment,

LLC. Arts of Org. filed with NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 9/6/12. Office loc: Queens. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail process to 4129 41 st St., #1F, Sunnyside, NY 11104. Purpose: any lawful activity. ___________________________________ Notice of Formation of 58-21 84 th Place LLC. Arts. of Org. filed Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 10/24/12. Off. Loc.: Queens County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: c/o The LLC, 208-48 Cross Island Pkwy., 2 nd Fl., Bayside, NY 11360. Purpose: any lawful activity. ___________________________________ 9131 REALTY LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 9/27/12. Office in Queens Co. SSNY design. Agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to Rosenbaum & Associates, P.C. 4 Canaan Circle South Salem, NY 10590. Purpose: Any lawful activity. ___________________________________ TLVD, LLC Art. Of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 09/ 28/2012. Office in Queens Co. SSNY design. Agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to PO Box 930328, Rockaway Beach, NY 11693. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. ___________________________________

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TRISTAR 54 HOLDING LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 09/26/2012. Office loc: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Josko Lucin, 437 Wading River Rd, Manorville, NY 11949. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose. ___________________________________ NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY 107-42 132 nd STREET LLC. Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 09/ 12/12. Office in Queens Co. SSNY design. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 153-02 Baisley Blvd., Jamaica, NY 11434. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. ______________________________________________________________________ D.G. & P CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LLC, a domestic LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 6/4/12. Office location: Queens County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Georgina V. Palmer, 7142 163rd St., Ste. 3, Fresh Meadows, NY 11365. General Purposes. ___________________________________ NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: FEMUR ESTATES LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 09/21/12. The latest date of dissolution is 12/31/2080. 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 Mohammad Uddin, 169-01

Notice is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on 11/15/12, bearing Index Number NC-000749-12/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) Jaspreet (Middle) Singh (Last) Nahal My present name is (First) Jaspreet (Last) Singh (infant) My present address is 9428 121 st St., South Richmond Hill, NY 11419 My place of birth is India My date of birth is September 02, 1996 ___________________________________ NOTICE OF FORMATION of NAHOC REALTY, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 10/10/2012. 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 to the LLC to c/o LLC, 95 Dutch Hill Road, Orangeburg, NY 10962. Purpose: For any lawful purpose

Leisure

Time For Cinephiles To Have Some Fun By JOE MA RVILLI If you know anyone who is a big movie buff, chances are high that they have already had a great fall with the large selection of Oscar-wor thy films h it t ing the big screen. Once they get past all of 2012’s great releases, they will need something to hold them over for the “clearance” months of January through March. These gifts are not just for those who like film, though. After all, given the high quality of some of today’s television programs, season or serie s box sets are getting to be more popular than ever. Here is a selection of the best new movies and TV shows available this holiday. (Editor’s Note: Images provided by Amazon.com. Prices are taken from the list price on Amazon.com, and do not necessarily reflect on-sale prices.) “Bond 50: The Complete 22 Film Collection,” $299.99

It is almost shocking to think that it has been 50 years since James Bond first appeared on movie screens. Now with the 23rd film, “Skyfall,” currently in theaters, there is no better time to look back at all six actors who have filled the role of the British spy. Available on Blu-ray and DVD, this collection include s ever y film from Sean Connery’s first appearance in “Dr. No” to the second Da niel Craig movie, “Quantum of Solace.” There are also lengthy special features on the entire world of Bond to enjoy, from the cars to the villains and the music. Downton Abbey Seasons 1 & 2 Limited Edition Set – Original UK Version, $59.99 The wildly popular British TV drama has been a must-watch for drama historians since it hit the air. Now, fans can watch the live s of the Crawley family evolve and unfurl at the beginning of the 20th century with the original, unedited

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edition is filled to the brim with bonus features, such as a dragon egg paperweight. The collection also includes the first season in DVD, blu-ray and digital copy. Whether you belong to House Stark, House Lannister or any of the other groups in the series, this edition will get you hooked instantly. The Dark Knight Trilogy, $52.99 T h is summer, director Christopher Nolan said goodbye to Batman and the world he created around him with “The Dark Knight Rise s.” Just because the trilogy has ended, it does not mean you cannot relieve the experi- “Downton Abbey” is one of many popuence. Set to be released lar gifts for the film or T V lover this holion Dec. 3, the special day season. edition of the Dark Knight Trilogy on DVD a nd Blu- “The Ar t and Making of The Dark ray contains two discs of bonus Knight Tr i logy” is i ncluded as feature s, such as a documentar y well. With such a great gift, the on the Batmobile. A 64-page Joker will not be the only person shor tened ver sion of t he book laughing.

Local Bands Headline Sandy Benefit By JOE MA RVILLI Two local Queens bands are holding a charity gig at Flushing Town Hall to raise money for Sandy and raise the spirit s of at tendee s with some rock and roll. Dry Clean Only and Jump for the Sails will perform at the historic building on Nov. 30, star ting at 7:30 p.m. For those who would like to at tend, the minimum suggested donation is $10. All of the money raised will go to New York Cares. For a benefit helping Sandy victims, it is ver y appropriate to have New York ba nds take center stage. Both acts are Queens-based groups that have built up a reputation for rocking p er formance s and songs over their multi-year journeys. DCO is an alternative-punk band from Middle Village that star ted in 2005. The band’s three

members are Joey Wunsch on voc a l s a n d l e a d g u i t a r, C o n n o r McClelland on bass and back-up vocals and Ronnie Bruno on the drums. Throughout their seven year s toget her, t he group has played several famous venues in the City, such as Webster Hall and the Knit ting Factory. They also played w ith wel l-known ar t ist s Andrew W.K. and Hawthorne Heights. The trio is working on their new record, “$W@MP DONK3Y.” Jump for the Sails hail from Astoria, having formed in 2009. Self-described as “Funk Punk Groove Metal,” the band’s members include Elijah Catrone, vocals and guitar, Hiro Yamao, bass and vocals and Kentaro Moore, drums and vocals. The band recorded t heir first EP, t itled “This Year’s Redemption,” in early 2012. To close out t he year, the band is working to release their first full-

length studio album. In order to ensure that all of the funds go towards Sandy rel i e f , t h e F l u s h i n g To w n H a l l waived all their rental fees and Counci lman Peter Koo (D-Flushing) sponsored the event by covering several of the expenses, such as those for technicians, security and a door person. “I like to encourage young people to get involved in the community and I always speak about t he impor ta nce of helpi ng others,” Koo said. “Therefore, when I was asked by the bands to help w ith t he char it y concer t, I was more than happy to do so. I hope that t he concer t is a great success and they raise a lot of money for the victims of Hurrica ne Sa ndy.” Reach Reporter Joe Marvilli at (718) 357-7400, Ext. 125, or at jmarvilli@queenstribune.com.

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ENVIRONMENT RESCUE SEA TURTLES Saturday, December 1 at Alley Pond Environmental Center. For adults 3-4:30. Free. 229-4000 register. GARDENING CLUB Saturdays help with our vegetable and shade garden at the Steinway library at 4.

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SENIORS DUPLICATE BRIDGE Mondays Lunch, lesson and c o n ge n i a l p l ay. P r i d e o f Judea. 423-6200. STAY WELL Mondays at the Central library at 10 and Wednesdays at 10:15 at the East Elmhurst librar y. BASIC COMPUTER Tuesdays, December 4, 11, 18 South Ozone Park library at 10. FAIRWAY SHOPPING Tuesday s free transportation to and from courtesy Hollis Court Bd. Of Directors. Pickup and drop off on the corner of 213 th Street and 73rd Avenue at 10:30 for 1.5 hours shopping. CAREGIVERS Tuesdays Caregivers Support group at 3:30-4:30 Selfhelp Clearview Senior Center, 208-11 26 th Avenue, Bayside. 631-1886. STARS Wednesdays Senior Theatre Acting Repertory at the Hollis library at 11:15. BRIDGE Wednesdays Reform Temple of Forest Hills. 2612900. KEW GARDENS Thursdays relax and improve your health 10-11. 8002 Kew Gardens Road, suite 202. STARS Fridays Senior Theater Acting Repertory at the Queens Village library at 11.

ENTERTAINMENT CINEMA Through December 16 “Cinema and Its Doubles” at Museum of the Moving Image in Astoria. 777-6800. COLOMBIA-BRAZIL Through December 9 celebration of Carnival traditions at Thalia Spanish Theatre in Sunnyside. 729-3880. MOVING IMAGE Through December 30 “See It Big” films. Museum of the Moving Image in Astoria. $12. Adults. 7776800. WORLD CASINO 110-00 Rockaway Blvd., South Ozone Park. Free admission. SING-A-LONG Saturday, December 1 sing-a-long to “The Lion King” at Queensborough Communit y College. $5. 631-6311. SOUL CONCERT Saturday, December 1 to benefit the Howard Beach Judea Center Hurricane Sandy Relief Effort at the Howard Beach Judea Center. $20. 845-9443. STEEL BAND Sunday, December 2 (V: at the Central library at 3. TREE LIGHTING Sunday, December 2 annual tree lighting with the Bowne Park Civic Association at the Park, 32 nd Avenue b e t w e e n 1 5 6 th a n d 1 5 7 th Streets, Flushing at 4:30. 347-200-1599. CAMPBELL BROS. Sunday, December 2 African American Gospel music with electric steel guitar and vocals at Flushing Town Hall. 463-7700, ext. 222. MUSICA REGINAE Sunday, December 2 at Church in the Gardens in Forest Hills. 894-2178 ticket information. LIVE JAZZ & R&B Sundays, December 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 live jazz and r&b 6-10 at Déjà vu, 180-25 Linden Blvd., St. Albans. SALSA Mondays Resorts World Casino holds Monday Night Salsa events. Lessons 7:30. 110-00 Rockaway Blvd., South Ozone ark. 215-2828. Free. SCRABBLE Tuesdays Fresh Meadows library at 1 and East Flushing library at 3:30. KOREAN PERCUSSION Wednesday, December 5 at F l u s h i n g Tow n H a l l . 4 6 3 7700. SOUTH ASIA ON FILM Wednesdays through April 25 at 4:30 at the GodwinTe r n b a c h Museum at Queens College. 997-4747

for titles and other info. OPEN MIC Thursday, December 6 Open Mic Night with Performance Poets Association at 6:30 at the Flushing library,. HOLIDAY PARTY Friday, December 7 Friends of Maple Grove Holiday Part y. 523-1876. VENEZUELAN MUSIC Friday, December 7 members of the Simon Bolivar Symphony Orchestra of Vene z u e l a a t F l u s h i n g To w n Hall. 463-7700, ext. 222. MUZIO CLEMENTI Friday, December 7 Clementi’s compositions performed on the King family’s fortepiano. King Manor. 206-0545. GAME DAY Fridays 4:30 Woodhaven library. GAME PLAYERS CLUB Fridays 2 Hillcrest library. ST. NICHOLAS DAY Saturday, December 8 at Church of the Resurrection, 8 5 - 0 9 1 1 8 th S t r e e t , R i c h mond Hill. 6:30 St. Nick Prayer Service. 7 parish Center food and fun, music, tree decorating and a visit from St. Nick with gifts. 8472649 reservations. JOE BATAAN Saturday, December 8 King of Latin Soul at Flushing Town Hall. 463-7700, ext. 222. KLEZMER DANCE PART Y Sunday, December 9 at F l u s h i n g Tow n H a l l . 4 6 3 7700, ext. 222. HOLIDAY HOUSE TOUR Sunday, December 9 Flushing Historic Houses with F l u s h i n g Tow n H a l l . 4 6 3 7700, ext. 222. MESSIAH Sunday, December 9 Sacred Music Societ y of Our Lady Queen of Mart yrs performs “Messiah” and Christmas favorites at 4 at the church, Ascan Avenue and Queens Blvd. $25, children 12 and under free. 2686251. SACRED MUSIC CHORALE Sunday, December 9 Sacred Music Chorale of Richmond Hill presents their Winter Concert at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 8 6 - 2 0 1 1 4 th S t r e e t , R i c h mond Hill at 3. $15, $12 seniors and students, children free Reception with wine, coffee, tea, cookies and pretzels. WINTER CONCERT Sunday, December 9 Children’s Orchestra Socie t y a t Q u e e n s b o ro u g h Communit y College. $15. 516-869-9696.

EDUCATION/GAMES/CRAFTS 18 Windsor Park library at 2. COLLEGE PREP SERIES Tuesdays, December 4, 11, 18 at the Far Rockaway library at 5. 327-2549 register. SMALL BUSINESS Tuesdays, December 4, 11, 18 at the Central librar y. 990-8625 register. JOB READINESS Tuesdays, December 4, 11, 18 Woodside library at 6. LIC CHESS CLUB Tuesdays LIC library at 4. GET YOUR YARNS OUT! Tu e s d a y s a f t e r ev e n i n g Minyan at 8, knitters, crocheters, needlepointers, and others meet at the Forest Hills Jewish Center. 2637000, ext. 200. RESUME/COVER LETTER Wednesdays, December 5, 19 at the Central librar y. 990-5153. BASIC COMPUTER Wednesday, December 5 Woodside library at 10:30. COMPUTER BOOT CAMP Wednesdays, December 5, 12, 19 at the Far Rockaway library. 327-2549 register. KNIT & CROCHET Wednesdays, December 5, 12, 19 at the South Ozone Park library at 1. RESUME WRITING Wednesday, December 5 at the LIC library. 752-3700 to register. OFFICE SUITE Wednesdays, December 5,12, 19 Microsoft Office Suite for Entrepreneurs at th e Fa r Ro c k away l i b ra r y. 327-2549. START UP BUSINESS Wednesdays, December 5, 12 business plan competition at the Central library at 6:30. CHILD CARE PROVIDER Wednesdays, December 5, 19 professional development workshop for child care providers at the Central library at 6:30. WATERCOLOR Wednesdays all techniques and subjects at the National Art League.969-1128. MOCK INTERVIEWS Thursdays, December 6, 13, 20, 27 at the Central library. 990-5148 register. MICROSOFT OFFICE Thursdays, December 6, 13, 20, 27 at the Arverne library at 10:30. CRIMINAL RECORD Thursday, December 6 Job Searching with a Criminal Record at 1:30 at the Far Rockaway library,. FEDERAL RESUME Thursdays, December 6, 13 at the Central library. 9908625 to register.

COMPUTER BOOT CAMP Thursdays, December 6, 13, 20 at the LIC library at 4:30. ORIGAMI WORKSHOP Thursdays, December 6, 13, 20, 27 at the Seaside library at 5:30. INTRO COMPUTERS Thursdays, December 6, 13, 27 at the Ozone Park library. Register. COMPUTER TRAINING Thursday, December 6 with NY Cares Woodside library. Register. QUILTING CLASS Thursdays 11-3 Maria Rose Doll Museum in St. Albans. 276-3454 East Elmhurst library at 12. MICROSOFT EXCEL Friday, December 7 at the Hillcrest library. Register. RESUME WRITING Friday, December 7 resume writing and mock interviews at the Arverne library at 1 METRIX TRAINING Friday, December 7 free online training through Metrix Learning at the Central library. 990-5148. OPEN COMPUTER LAB Fridays 2-5 LIC library. JOB SEARCH HELP Fridays 1-2 one-on-one help with your search for employment at the Astoria library. 990-8625 register. JOB STRATEGIES Saturday, December 8 Job Search Strategies and Resume Writing at noon at the Far Rockaway library.

SINGLES SIMCHA SINGLES Saturday, December 15 C h a n u k a h Pa r t y m i x a n d mingle, dinner, dreidels and dancing with live music at 8 at the Oakland Little Neck Jewish Center, 49-10 Little N e c k Pa r k wa y. 5 1 6 - 4 8 7 0674. $20, $25 at the door.

TALKS HOLOCAUST DISPLACED Sunday, December 2 “Idiots, Imbeciles and the Loathsome Diseased” – The Hidden History of Post-Holocaust Displaced Persons at 1 at the Kupferberg Holocaust Center at Queensborough Communit y College. 2815770. AUDIO BOOK CLUB Mondays, December 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 at the Seaside library at 11. FLUSHING BOOK Friday, December 7 “The Sunday Philosophy Club.” Flushing library at 1.

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DEFENSIVE DRIVING Saturday, December 1 at Blessed Sacrament in Valley Stream. 516-872-8062. SOCIAL MEDIA Saturday, December 1 Far Rockaway library. Register. DEFENSIVE DRIVING Saturday, December 1 at Our Lady of the Blessed Church in Bayside. 631-3609720. PUBLIC SPEAKING Saturdays, December 1, 15, 22 at Elmhurst Hospital at 10. 646-748-8290. SEWING CLASSES Saturdays 12-3 at Maria Rose International Doll Museum in St. Albans. 2763454. SCRABBLE CLUB Saturdays at 10 at Count Basie Jr. HS. 886-5236. KNITTING CIRCLE Mondays, December 3, 17 at Alley Pond Environmental Center. $5 adults. 6-8pm. 229-4000. OPEN COMPUTER LAB Mondays and Wednesdays at 11 at the Arverne library. 634-4784 info. METRIX TRAINING Mondays, December 3, 10, 17 31 free online training through Metrix Learning at t h e C e n t r a l l i b r a r y. 9 9 0 5148 register. ENGLISH CONVERSATION Mondays, December 3, 10, 17, 31 at the Douglaston library. Register. OPEN LAB Mondays, December 3, 10, 17, 31 Central library at 2. KNIT & CROCHET Mondays, December 3, 10, 17 Douglaston library at 4. BEGIN CROCHET Mondays, December 3, 10, 17 Arverne library at 5. MAC MONDAYS Mondays, December 3, 10, 17 at the Central librar y. Register. 990-5148. START UP BUSINESS Mondays, December 3, 10 business plan competition at the Central library at 6:30. BALLROOM DANCING Mondays, December 3, 10, 17 Forest Hills library at 6:30. BRIDGE Mondays except holidays 12-4 at Pride of Judea in Douglaston. Lesson & play $10. Partners arranged. 4236200. DRAWING CLASS Mondays National Art League in Douglaston. 3610628. ADULT CHESS Mondays and Thursdays Queens Village library at 5:30. KNIT & CROCHET Tuesdays, December 4, 11,

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Queens Today YOUTH NATURE PHOTO Saturdays, December 1, 8 at Alley Pond Environmental Center. 229-4000. FURRY FRIENDS Sunday, December 2 at Alley Pond Environmental Center. 229-4000. TUNEY TOTS Mondays, December 3, 10 at the Douglaston librar y. Register. STORY TIME Mondays, December 3, 10, 17 Hollis library at 11:30. PICTURE BOOK TIME Mondays, December 3, 10, 17 Hillcrest library at 2. FAMILY STORY TIME Mondays, December 3, 10 Auburndale library at 4. CRAFT KIDS Mondays Flushing library at 3. CRAFT TUESDAYS Tuesdays, December 4, 18 Forest Hills library at 3:30. CIRCLE OF FRIENDS Tuesdays, December 4, 18 G l e n O a k s l i b r a r y a t 11:30. BOOK BUDDIES Tuesdays, December 4, 11, 18 at the Windsor Park library. Register. TIMELESS TALES Wednesdays, December 5, 12, 19 at the Central library. Register. TODDLER STORY TIME Wednesdays, December 5, 12 at the Court Square library at 10:30. TODDLER STORY TIME Wednesdays, December 5, 12, 19, 26 LIC library at 11. TODDLER TIME Wednesdays, December 5, 12, 19 at the Poppenhusen library at 11. PICTURE BOOK Wednesdays, December 5, 12, 19, 26 at the Rosedale library at 11. TODDLER STORY TIME Wednesdays, December 5, 12, 19 at the Forest Hills library. Register. TODDLER STORY TIME Wednesdays, December 5, 12, 19 at the Broadway library at 11:30. ARTS & CRAFTS Wednesday, December 5 at the Auburndale library at 4. PICTURE BOOK Wednesdays, December 5, 12, 19 at the Hillcrest library at 4. CHESS CLUB Wednesdays, December 5, 12, 19 at the Poppenhusen library at 4. READING FOR FUN Wednesdays, December 5, 12, 19 Laurelton library at 5. CHESS Wednesdays at 3:30 at the Queens Village library. TIMELESS TALES

Wednesdays at 10 at the Central library. TODDLER TIME Thursdays, December 6, 13 Glendale library at 11:15. MOTHER GOOSE Thursdays, December 6, 13, 20 at the Windsor Park library. Register. FAMILY STORY TIME Thursdays, December 6, 13, 20, 27 at the Bay Terrace library at 11:30. S TORY T I M E Thursdays, December 6, 13, 20 at the East Elmhurst library at 11:30. S TORY T I M E Thursdays, December 6, 13, 20, 27 Hollis library at 11:30. PICTURE BOOK Thursdays, December 6, 13, 20 Lefferts library at 1:15. PRESCHOOL STORY TIME Thursdays, December 6, 13, 20 Pomonok library at 1:30. PRESCHOOLERS Thursdays, December 6, 13, 20 Forest Hills library at 3:30. VIDEO GAME ACADEMY Thursdays, December 6, 3, 20 Pomonok library at 4:30. ORIGAMI WORKSHOP Thursdays, December 6, 13, 20, 27 at the Seaside library at 5:30. ARTS & CRAFTS CLUB Thursdays at the Seaside library. Register. S TORY T I M E Fridays, December 7, 14, 21 at the Arverne library at 11. PICTURE BOOK Fridays, December 7, 14, 21, 28 at the Ozone Park library at 11. TODDLER TIME Fridays, December 7, 14 Windsor Park library at 11:15. MOTHER GOOSE Fridays, December 7, 14 at the Central library at 11:30. MOTHER GOOSE Fridays, December 7, 14, 21 Poppenhusen library at 11:30. READ TO ME Friday, December 7 at the Briarwood library at 3. EARTH STORIES Friday, December 7 Earth Stories From Long Ago at 4 at the Broadway library. DUNGEONS & DRAGONS Fridays, December 7, 14, 21, 28 at the Ozone Park library at 4. VIDEO & BOARD GAMES Fridays, December 7, 14, 21, 28 at the Rochdale Village library at 4:30. DINO-MITE DINOSAURS Saturdays, September 8, 15 at Alley Pond Environmental Center. 229-4000.

TEENS LAPTOPS Mondays, December 3, 10, 17, 31 Hollis library at 3. LEARN TO CROCHET Mondays, December 3, 10, 17 Arverne library at 4. COLLEGE PREP SERIES Tuesdays, December 4, 11, 18 Far Rockaway library at 5. 327-2549 register. LAPTOPS Tuesdays, December 4, 11, 18, 25 Hollis library at 3. LAPTOPS Tuesdays, December 4, 11, 18 Arverne library at 4 CROCHET CLUB Tuesdays, December 4, 11, 18 McGoldrick library at 5 KNIT & CROCHET Tuesdays, December 4, 11, 18, 25 at the Rochdale Village library at 5. LIC CHESS CLUB Tuesdays LIC library at 4. BOOK BUDDIES Tuesdays Windsor Park library at 4. CHESS CLUB Wednesdays, December 5, 12, 19 at the Poppenhusen library at 4. RESUME HELP Wednesdays at 3 at the Arverne librar y. LAPTOPS Thursdays, December 6, 13, 20 at the Hollis library at 3. VIDEO GAME ACADEMY Thursdays, December 6, 13, 20 at the Pomonok library at 4:30. For those 10-14. COLLEGE PREP Thursday, December 6 at the Arverne library at 5. ORIGAMI WORKSHOP Thursdays, December 6, 13, 20, 27 at the Seaside library at 5:30. TEEN THURSDAYS T h u r s d ay s B ay Te r ra c e l i brary at 3. CHESS CLUB Thursdays intermediate level at the East Flushing library at 5. Sunnyside library at 5. WII GAME DAY Fridays, December 7, 14, 21, 28 Poppenhusen library at 4. CHESS CLUB Fridays Auburndale library at 3:30. ARTS & CRAFTS Fridays Briarwood library at 4. WII FRIDAYS Fridays Hollis library at 3:30. GAME DAY Fridays Woodhaven library at 4:30 and the Windsor Park library at 4.

PARENTS LA LECHE LEAGUE Thursday, December 6 at 5 at the Forest Hills library.

MEETINGS PUBLIC SPEAKING Saturdays, December 1, 15, 22 learn how to communicate effectively from 10-12 at Elmhurst Hospital. 646748-8290. GARDENING CLUB Saturdays in the Steinway library court yard at 4. TABLE TENNIS CLUB Mondays, December 3, 10, 17 at 1:30 Seaside library. ACADEMY CHARTER Mondays, December 3, January 7 Central Queens Academy Charter School Board of Trustees meeting 7-9:30 at 55-30 Junction Blvd., Elmhurst. 212-4378351 to register. HAM RADIO CLUB Tuesday, December 4 Emergency Communications Service meets in Briarwood. 357-6851. TALK OF THE TOWN Tuesdays, December 4, 18 learn the art of public speaking at 7:15 in St. Albans. 640-7092. WRITING CLUB Wednesdays, December 5, 12, 19, 26 Seaside Writing Group at 1 at the Seaside librar y. BEREAVEMENT Wednesday, December 5 Bereavement Support Group at Holy Family in Fresh Meadows at 7:30. 969-2448. TRAVEL CLUB Wednesdays, December 5, 12, 19, 26 at the Seaside

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RELIGIOUS TEMPLE BETH Friday, November 30 Shabbat Services at 7:30. Friday, December 7 Shabbat Services at 8. Temple Beth Sholom, 171-39 Northern Blvd., Flushing. 463-4143. LITTLE NECK JEWISH Sunday, December 2 “Maps, Peace and Securit y: A Look at Israel and her Neighbors through Maps” at 10:30. Little Neck Jewish Center, 49-10 Little Neck Parkway. ST. NICHOLAS DAY Saturday, December 8 at Church of the Resurrection, 8 5 - 0 9 1 1 8 th S t r e e t , R i c h mond Hill. 6:30 St. Nick Prayer Service. 7 parish Center food and fun, music, tree decorating and a visit from St. Nick with gifts. 8472649 reservations. CHANUKAH FUNDRAISER Sunday, December 9 at the Whitestone Hebrew Center. Sing-a-long, music, children’s arts and crafts, more. MESSIAH Sunday, December 9 Sacred Music Societ y of Our Lady Queen of Mart yrs performs “Messiah” and Christmas favorites at 4 at the church, Ascan Avenue and Queens Blvd. $25, children 12 and under free. 2686251. SACRED MUSIC CHORALE Sunday, December 9 Sacred Music Chorale of Richmond Hill presents their Winter Concert at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 86-20 114 th Street, Richmond Hill at 3. $15, $12 seniors and students, children free. Reception with wine, coffee, tea, cookies and pretzels.

GIANT BAZAAR Saturday, December 1 5:30. Sunday, December 2 11-8. Monday, December 3 4-8. New merchandise, toys, children’s clothes, one of a kind, book sale, raffles, f o o d , m o re . Te m p l e B e t h S h o l o m , 1 7 2 nd S t r e e t a n d Northern Blvd., Flushing. 463-4143. FLEA MARKET Saturday, December 1 9-4 at Our Lady of Hope, Eliot A v e n u e a n d 7 1 st S t r e e t , Middle Village. CRAFT & BAKE Saturday, December 1 104 and Sunday, December 2 9-3 Christmas Craft Sale plus Ethnic Polish bake sale a t S t . J o s a p h a t ’ s , 3 5 th A v e n u 3 a n d 2 1 0 th s t r e e t , Bayside. HOLLY BAZAAR Saturday, December 1 All Saints’ Holly Bazaar 9-4. Photos with Santa, lunch, white elephant table, collectibles, more. 214-35 40 th Avenue, Bayside. FLEA MARKET Sunday, December 2 at American Mart yrs Church, B e l l a n d Un i o n Tu r n p i ke , Bayside 9-4. HANUKAH BOUTIQUE Sunday, December 2 Hanukah Boutique and Children’s Book Fair at Temple T ikvah, 3315 Hillside Avenue, New Hyde Park10-1. 516-746-1120. HOLIDAY FESTIVAL Saturday, December 8 at Bayside HS, 32-24 Corporal Kennedy Street 10-4. New merchandise, jewelry, handcrafted items, more. GIFT SHOP SALE Sunday, December 9 at Flushing Town Hall.137-35 Northern Blvd., Flushing. FLEA MARKET Sundays, December 9, 16 94 at St. Nicholas of Tolentine, Parsons Blvd. and Union Turnpike. FLEA MARKET Saturday, December 15 94 at Flushing House, 38-20 Bowne Street, Flushing. FLEA MARKET Thursdays-Sundays MFM flea market at 221-02 Merrick Blvd., Springfield Gardens. THRIFT SHOPS Saturdays at Trinit y United Methodist Church, 86-02 108 th Street, Richmond Hill. 347-251-8583.

DINNER COMRIE KICKOFF Sunday, January 6 Antuns. 347-808-8920.

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WAITANKUNG Sundays at 2. Total-body workout. Flushing Hospital/ Medical Center. Free. Jimmy 7-10pm 347-2156. SCHIZOPHRENICS ANON. Sundays in Rego Park. 8963400. CANCER SUPPORT Monday, December 3 Franklin Hospital’s Cancer Support Group 2-4 in the cafeteria. 516-256-6478. RELAX/MEDITATION Tuesdays, December 4, 11, 18, 25 Relaxation and M3editation Time at 5:30 at the Seaside library. OA Wednesdays Overeaters Anonymous at the Howard Beach library at 11. RECOVERY INT. Thursdays, December 6, 20, 27 Recovery International meets at 2:30 at the Forest Hills library. ZUMBA Fridays, December 7, 14 Latin dance fitness program a t t h e Wo o d s i d e l i b ra r y. Register.

library at 3:15. KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS Wednesday, December 5 Queensview Lodge 433 in Whitestone. 917-754-3093. TOASTMASTERS Wednesdays, December 5, 19 learn the art of public speaking at t he Voices of Rochdale Toastmasters Club in Jamaica. 978-0732. CONVERSATION CLUB Wednesday, December 5 at the Seaside library at 5:30. FLUSHING CAMERA Wednesdays, December 5, 19 Flushing Camera Club at Flushing Hospital. 7490643. MEN’S PRIDE GROUP Thursdays, December 6, 20 Queens Pride House Men’s group 7-9. 429-5309.

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What a Fake!

Many people say that anything can be art. It looks like a Long Island City foundry owner took that lesson to heart. Unfortunately, no one told him that forgery doesn’t count. Empire Bronze Art Foundry owner Brian Ramnarine was arrested on Nov. 15 on charges of trying to pass off a worthless sculpture as a piece of art from contemporary artist Jasper Johns. He

tried to sell the bogus bronze work for $11 million. Titled “1989 Bronze Flag,” the piece depicted an American flag, created from a mold Johns made to go with a flag sculpture he made in 1960. Johns gave Ramnarine the mold in 1990 for a wax cast. In 2002, Ramnarine got in trouble for trying to pull a similar scam. Let’s hope he’s finally learned his lesson.

Meter Cheater

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Parking on any City street is often a hassle. But, instead of spending hours driving around the block looking for a spot, why not do as this ingenious citizen did? While walking on 14th Avenue in Whitestone, we spotted a glaring “Fail” sign written in Sharpie on the pictured parking meter. Too bad it did not fool the meter maid.

iPad Heist Port Authority Police reported last week that an employee at John F. Kennedy International Airport was arrested in connection to a heist of 3,500 iPad mini tablets from the airport’s cargo area. The suspect, Renel Rene Richardson, was arrested after he allegedly made suspicious inquiries to coworkers about the shipment, as well as where he might be able to access a forklift. He had two helpers and worked at the Cargo Air Services building, according to the criminal complaint filed in Brooklyn. He allegedly acted as a lookout while two others loaded two pallets of iPad minis onto a truck. The total value of stolen iPads is estimated to be around $1.9 million. Some people will do anything to avoid going to the store on Black Friday.

"FAIL"

Getting Her Game On A big fan of video games, this beauty from Jackson Heights has a lot on her plate, including a double course of study at City College and work in addition to her budding modeling career. But don’t ask her to head down the runway. With dreams of someday working in catalogs for JC Penney, modeling clothes, or maybe even Victoria’s Secret (though she knows she’s probably too short), Keillein knows one thing for sure: “I don’t like runway.” While studying as a double major at City College of bilingual education and art, Keillein works

What's In A Name? At a press conference in late November to affirm her solidarity with Israel, Beep Helen Marshall gave quite the performance. She was energetic, aggressive and willing to show everyone that no one was messing with Israel on her watch. There was one small problem with her speech: the reading of the names of elected officials who were showing their support for Israel. All was good until she came to the name of Assemblyman Mike Simanowitz, forever a tonguetwister. “Sim…simano…simowitz,” Marshall sputtered. She wasn’t the first person and won’t be the last to mispronounce the Flushing assemblyman’s name. But, the longtime Mayersohn

Assemblyman Mike Simanowitz chief-of-staff replaced her well over a year ago, hasn’t the Beep introduced him before? For the record, it is pronounced Sih-man-o-witz. Take note, future press conference speakers.

Keillein Quiceno Age: 21 Home: Jackson Heights Height: 5’ 4" Weight: 128 lbs Stats: 32-25-36 at Best Buy and enjoys getting back into Queens for home, work and friends. But also for her mom. “I normally go to the gym with my mom, walk around with my friends or go to the bowling alley,” she said of her free-time hobbies. She’s fairly partial to 34th Avenue Lanes in Jackson Heights.

As for her future, “I definitely want to do something in modeling,” she said. “I want to see myself on the cover of JC Penney or Vogue. If that doesn’t happen, I’ll stick with graphic design.” A huge fan of video games, Keillein has all the systems – Xbox 360, Wii and a PS3 – and likes the Xbox the best. “It has awesome graphics, can play Blu Ray and I can go online in my room with it,” she said. For family fun, she sticks to Wii in the living room. Can we come over for a game of Mario Kart?

Confidentially, New York . . .

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