The Times of Middle Country - June 11, 2015

The TIMES of Middle Country

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One for the history books

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Photo above from Middle Country Public Library Heritage Collection; photos below from MCPL

above, taken in 1930, this aerial view of Selden’s Still farm, owned by d. Benjamin Still and his wife eva, shows their chicken coops and land. Below right, from left, luise Weiss, theresa arroyo, Jim Ward and Sara fade lead creating the history book, below left.

Centereach, Selden and Lake Grove history preserved in new Images of America book Targeting toxic toys

Suffolk County quits playing games when it comes to children’s products

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By raChel Siford

After two years of researching, writing and editing, the Middle Country Public Library’s local history book is finally in print.

“Centereach, Selden, and Lake Grove,” an Images of America History Book was released on May 25. The book, which is published by Arcadia Publishing, is the latest in the company’s Images of America series that showcases small towns throughout the United States.

“I think it’s a wonderful thing for our staff to do because we have the resources and it’s our duty as a public library to preserve the history of our area,” Library Director Sophia SerlisMcPhillips said. “It’s like we are giving back to our community.”

The book documents the

history of the Middle Country area dating back to the 1700s, and features images collected from residents that show the transformation of Centereach, Selden and Lake Grove from small, rural communities to the commercial, vibrant area it is today.

Four librarians, Luise Weiss, Theresa Arroyo, Jim Ward and Sara Fade, headed the research and making of the book.

The book’s researchers utilized neighboring library archives, local historians and photos and information they already had at the MCPL

Heritage Collection.

“I learned so much about the area, and we wanted to be able to pass that on,” said Arroyo, the coordinator of adult reference and cataloging services.

All four had to find pictures, track down and confirm HISTORY continued on page A10

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Suffolk County tackles toxic toy legislation

By Phil Corso

Suffolk County is not playing games when it comes to toxic toys.

Legislator Kara Hahn (D-Setauket) saw one of her latest proposals receive unanimous approval last week when the Suffolk County Legislature approved measures that would ban the sale of any toys containing potentially dangerous toxins. The Toxin Free Toys Act zeroes in on six toxins most commonly found in toys marketed to children and will forever ban them once the legislation gets County Executive Steve Bellone’s signature.

Hahn said the initiative came as a response to a recent report issued by the New York League of Conservation Voters and Clean and Healthy New York that found several children’s products containing carcinogenic components on the shelves of Long Island stores. Most specifically, the legislation targeted dangerous materials that are linked to cancer, cognitive impairments, hyperactivity and genetic disorders in children, Hahn said.

“As a mother, I am outraged that children’s toys contain these toxic chemicals that can cause cancer, learning and developmental disabilities and respiratory, cardiovascular and gastrointestinal disorders,” Hahn said. “By passing this law today, we are acting proactively to protect our children’s health.”

Under the proposal, new children’s products sold in Suffolk County would need to contain less than specified limits in parts per million of the six following components: antimony, arsenic, cadmium, cobalt, lead and mercury. The legislation pegged the county’s Department of Health Services to head up the operation by notifying retailers by the beginning of 2016 that inspectors would be conducting random checks for toys and other children’s products containing toxic content using an x-ray fluorescence analyzer.

Clean and Healthy New York released the “Toxic Toys on Long Island” report back in December, which surveyed various retail spots like Target, Party City, Walmart, The Children’s Place, Macy’s, Ocean State Job Lot and Dollar Tree to find that some products contained potentially harmful materials. The report found more than 4,600 children’s products and toys contained at least one of 49 hazardous chemicals.

Kathleen A. Curtis, executive director of Clean and Healthy New York, was one of several health and safety advocates to applaud the proposal as an appropriate response to December’s report.

“In the absence of a strong state or federal law to regulate toxic chemicals in children’s products, it is both laudable and appropriate for Suffolk County to take action to protect its most pre-

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cious and vulnerable residents,” she said.

“Hopefully, this action will create a tipping point for New York State to follow suit. Otherwise, more localities will step up and follow Suffolk’s lead.”

Marcia Bystryn, president of the New York League of Conservation Voters, has also been at the forefront of the statewide push to limit the kinds of toxins children could be exposed to through their toys.

While the state still waits for its own

comprehensive response to toxic toy legislation, Bystryn applauded Suffolk for taking the lead.

“Toxic chemicals have no place in children’s toys, and they should not be on store shelves for sale,” Bystryn said. “I applaud bill sponsor Kara Hahn and the Suffolk County Legislature for sending a clear message to parents that they deserve the right to know what dangers are lurking in the products they bring home.”

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Photos by Alex Petroski

Above, Brookhaven town Councilman Neil Foley, left, and town supervisor ed romaine stand by the jetty where a selden man allegedly crashed his boat and then fled the scene. Below, from left, Assistant Deputy County executive tim sini; Police Marine Bureau Deputy inspector ed Vitale; romaine; and Foley at a press conference on boating safety.

Pushing for a safe boating season Officials pledge crackdown on boating while intoxicated Romaine (R) said on June 4, just yards away from the site of the incident.

Town and county officials aren’t takJune and July are typically the busiing boating safety lightly, and are urging est boating months of the year on Long residents to take precautions while out Island, and Romaine, along with Suffolk on the water this summer.

County Police Marine Bureau Deputy The issue was the topic of discussion Inspector Ed Vitale, urged boaters to at a press conference held at the Sandspit be aware of boating laws in the hope of Marina in Patchogue on June 4, follow- avoiding a repeat of the events of May 24. ing a hit-and-run inciRomaine and Vitale dent on May 24. Mark also reiterated some genTricarico, 31, of Selden, ‘We want to make one eral boating safety prewas arrested and charged thing clear—boating cautions, like avoiding with leaving the scene while intoxicated will alcohol while operating of a boating accident ina boat, being aware of volving injury, accord- not be tolerated in weather forecasts and ing to a Suffolk County Suffolk County.’ following paths set by Police Department press buoys.

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“Stay in the navigable Tricarico allegedly channels,” Romaine said. crashed a 23-foot boat into the west jetty “Understand what the buoys are for.” at the entrance of the Patchogue River Operating boats while intoxicated on the night of the 24th. One passenger was a point everyone touched on. was treated for minor injuries. Tricarico “You don’t see it that often until you could not be reached for comment. see a boat up on the rocks,” Jesse Ment“If everyone follows safe boating pro- zel, a bay constable, said in a one-on-one cedures, most accidents can be prevent- interview. “It happens, and they could ed,” Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed hit another boat just as easily.”

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Assistant Deputy County Executive Tim Sini attended the press conference on behalf of Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone (D).

“We want to make one thing clear— boating while intoxicated will not be tolerated in Suffolk County,” Sini said.

Sini added that there would be checkpoints and patrols to monitor the waterways and ensure that everyone remains safe this summer.

Some additional safety precautions suggested by Romaine and Vitale included a boating course approved by the U.S.

Coast Guard as well as a swimming and first-aid course, operating at safe speeds, and designating an assistant skipper in case you are injured or otherwise unable to assume command of the vessel.

“The water can be a very hostile environment,” Vitale said. “It’s a beautiful looking place and it is truly, but it can be very hostile to people. You have to pay attention. You have to be aware of the weather. You have to be aware of the currents. This is something that, every now and then, people get out on the water and they just don’t get it.”

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POLICE BLOTTER Incidents and arrests from June 2-7 Damaged doors and windows A Village Green Drive resident in Port Jefferson Station reported the door of their 2014 Hyundai had been dented at some point between 3 p.m. on June 3 and 11 a.m. on June 4.

Two cars and an apartment on Linden Place in Port Jefferson were damaged between 5 p.m. on June 6 and 7 p.m. on June 7. According to police, the apartment’s resident reported that the vehicles’ windows were smashed and the inside of the apartment was damaged.

An unknown person damaged a front door of a Mount Sinai residence on Falmouth Drive on June 6 between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m.

A BB gun pellet damaged a window at a Granada Circle home in Mount Sinai on June 7 between 5:15 and 6:15 p.m.

A Charter Road homeowner in Selden reported the building’s rear window had been damaged at some point on June 3.

Taken times two A William Street resident in Port Jefferson Station reported that cash was stolen from their unlocked 2014 Cadillac

sometime around 2:35 a.m. on June 3.

A Corvette Road residence in Selden was burglarized on June 4 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. According to police, the suspect entered through an unlocked rear door and took jewelry, cash and electronics.

Going through withdrawals After stealing a pocketbook from a shopper at Stop & Shop on Pond Path in Centereach on June 3, a suspect then used the credit cards to make purchases.

A Wolfhollow Road resident in Centereach reported on June 3 that their debit card had been used to make unauthorized withdrawals.

Welts on West Broadway A female was injured after a verbal dispute at Schafer’s in Port Jefferson became physical in the early morning of June 7. According to police, the woman had welts on her forehead after being punched and was transported to a local hospital.

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Do not enter A 22-year-old Bellport man was arrested in Mount Sinai on June 6 and charged with third-degree criminal trespass after he entered the backyard of a Savanna Circle home without permission on June 5.

Point man on June 3 shortly after 8 p.m. after they discovered him in possession of cocaine and a loaded Glock, among other weapons. He was charged with multiple related counts, including second-degree criminal possession of a loaded firearm.

Working for tips A 26-year-old Centereach woman was arrested in Mount Sinai on June 5 and charged with petit larceny after she took a tip jar from Tropical Smoothie Café on May 29.

Playing pretend A 28-year-old Islip Terrace man was arrested in Selden on June 5 and charged with third-degree identify theft after he pretended to be an employee of an area pool company and fraudulently used a Home Depot credit account.

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Second time’s the charm If at first you don’t succeed, try again must have been the mantra for the men accused of attempting to rob two gas stations in Coram within 15 minutes of each other on Saturday, June 6.

Suffolk County Police said in a statement that 27-year-olds Tony Taddonio, of Medford, and Michael Iovino, of Islip, were arrested and charged with seconddegree attempted robbery and seconddegree robbery for their alleged spree on Saturday night.

Taddonio allegedly entered a Sunoco gas station on Route 112 at approximately 6 p.m., armed with what appeared to be a handgun and attempted to hold up the clerk. However, after the clerk grabbed a stick kept behind the counter, Taddonio fled to a 2003 Acura driven by Iovino.

Fifteen minutes later, the men tried their luck a second time. Taddonio en-

tered a Mobil gas station on Middle Country Road, held up the clerk and fled with approximately $350. A 6th Precinct officer, Francesco Saracino, was searching the area for the suspects when he stopped the duo on Route 112 in Coram at about 6:50 p.m.

Police said cash and a BB gun were recovered.

The men were arraigned in First District Court in Central Islip on June 7.

According to online court records, Taddonio was released on $20,000 bond bail and Iovino was released on $30,000 bond bail.

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L.I. inventors’ backyard game explodes in popularity RampShot taking over as a new summer favorite Lots of people have ideas. Some say they do their best thinking in the shower. Josh Bonventre’s big idea came while driving home from his day job as a physical education teacher in the ShorehamWading River school district.

A few years ago, Bonventre was a typical Long Island husband and dad of three. Now he is the co-founder of RampShot, an outdoor game designed for four players, which involves four racquetball-like spheres and two ramps with built-in nets. Two players make up a team and score points by either tossing the ball into the net or catching the ball after it bounces off the top of the ramp.

The idea may sound simple, but taking it from a fleeting daydream in traffic to an award-winning, booming business venture is anything but.

Bonventre, along with help from his friend and co-founder Kevin Texeira, set up shop in Bonventre’s detached garage at his Center Moriches home about two years ago. Today, the garage is bursting at the seams with office furniture and packaged RampShots waiting to be shipped.

Texeira has since moved from Mount

Sinai to the Finger Lakes area in upstate New York. He is a national sales manager for a cookie company in addition to his responsibilities with RampShot.

“Right now our biggest obstacle is getting them made fast enough,” Bonventre said. Bonventre and Texeira launched the company Shore Creations in November, though RampShot is their only game so far. Their trajectory as a company is hardly the norm.

Within the first two months of the company’s launch, the duo applied to be recognized by the National Sporting Goods Association as one of its top 10 new products. By April, they were on a plane to Austin, Texas, to attend an NSGA conference and be recognized as one of the top products. In addition, the game was featured on A&E Network’s “Project StartUp.” “They’re a great partner for the sports industry,” Katie Nemec, director of marketing for the NSGA said in an email of Bonventre and Texeira.

“Everyday I wake up I just can’t believe what’s happening,” Bonventre said about the success his company has experienced despite being in its infancy. “We’re still at the beginning so for us this is really exciting now. But to think about the po-

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PEOPLE

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From left, Highway Superintendent Dan Losquadro, Ecology Center Director April Perry and Supervisor Ed Romaine with the 2015 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence.

Holtsville ecology site honored

by TripAdvisor For the second consecutive year, TripAdvisor has recognized the Town of Brookhaven Wildlife and Ecology Center with a Certificate of Excellence.

This distinguished award is based on the quality of reviews and opinions from TripAdvisor travelers who have visited the Ecology Site within the last year.

“The ecology site offers so many fun and educational opportunities for both children and adults, ranging from horticulture classes to a walk-through experience at the Animal Preserve,” said Dan Losquadro (R), Brookhaven Town’s superintendent of highways. “It is also a benefit to Brookhaven’s economy because people who come

from outside of town to visit the Ecology Site make use of nearby businesses they otherwise would not go to. This is a great asset to Brookhaven Town and I want to thank Director April Perry and all the employees who take great pride in ensuring everyone who visits has a memorable experience.”

Supervisor Ed Romaine (R) said, “Congratulations to Superintendent Losquadro and the Holtsville ecology site staff for being honored again this year.

Families come from far and wide to enjoy this wonderful facility, where you can get up close with many animals that are not native to Long Island. It’s great fun and I encourage everyone to visit.”

The ecology site is home to more than 100 injured or nonreleasable wild animals and farm animals that are available for viewing. Guided tours are available, along with hands-on educational programs, such as pee wee gardening and adult horticulture classes. There is also a walking and exercise path, with exercise equipment located throughout the trail. Also available to visitors are three swimming pools, picnic areas and a playground. The pool is only open during the summer.

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Green Teens launch ‘Help Keep L.I. Sound Clean’ revolution The Middle Country Public Library’s environmental teen club, the Green Teens, announced it will start its campaign to help clean up the Sound by participating in the Friends of Flax Pond’s Student Watershed Initiative funded by The Long Island Sound Futures Fund.

This group of exceptionally creative teens from the Middle Country Public Library has started a revolution to influence pet owners in Long Island communities to pick up pet waste. Pet waste is carried into the Sound by rainwaters. It is a way to improve the health of the L.I. Sound. It is also healthier for our communities.

Research has shown that up to 60 percent of all infectious diseases in humans spreads from animals. By picking up after your pet, you can do your part for your community by preventing the spread of viruses, parasites, and pathogens contained in the pet waste. The Green Teens say, “When your pet does his duty, it’s your duty to SCOOP IT UP!” The Green Teens discuss environ-

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They plan and facilitate environmental programming for children at the library.

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HISTORY Continued from page A1

information and then write a description detailing a special event or place in town.

“Local history is so much fun because you can put a historical lens on things you drive by every day,” Arroyo said.

Since the area does not have its own historical society or a main street, there haven’t been many books written about its history, according to Arroyo.

“Most people wouldn’t think that this area was full of farms and that Selden was known for its watermelons,” Arroyo said, smiling. “Middle Country Road is such a busy, commercial road today that it is hard to imagine it being a dirt road with no lights.”

Serlis-McPhillips said there has been a lot of public support and interest and a positive reaction so far: “People don’t realize how rich in history we are.”

While most Images of America books end around the 1920s, the Middle Country one is unique because it delves into historic moments from the 1950s and 1960s.

Arroyo and Serlis-McPhillips both said their favorite history tidbit was learning about the cycling craze of the 1890s, which

led to the creation of Bicycle Path, a road that stretches from Patchogue to Port Jefferson. According to the librarians, riders were called wheelmen, and needed license plates and registration to ride.

To accompany this book release, the library is revamping its heritage collection by changing how the current section is organized, and will add genealogy resources for patrons to use.

The library will begin reconstructing the section in late June with the hope of opening in early fall.

“We felt is was really important since we don’t have a historical society for our area,” Serlis-McPhillips said. “We really wanted to be able to do something for our community.”

To see more photos and historical archives, visit the library’s website at www. middlecountrypubliclibrary.org/adults/ local-history.

Photos from Middle Country Public Library Heritage Collection

Top, the Centereach 1934 fourth- and fifth-grade classes were held in a oneroom schoolhouse; middle, the view of Middle Country Road near New Village Congregational Church in the early 1900s; and bottom the cross-island Bicycle Path was completed around 1897, running from Patchogue to Port Jefferson.

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partners received a phone call one evening from their attorney who informed them that their idea was 100 percent original and would not infringe on any existing patents. Texeira said that for him there was no looking back after that.

“It’s been fun for me personally,” Tim Goddeau, operations manager of Micelli Chocolate Mold Co., said in an email. Goddeau’s company manufactures the games.

“Anytime you have people who never been in the manufacturing business you get to show them how difficult it can be to make a product.”

Bonventre and Texeira are not alone. Rather than cut short this interview, Bonventre’s wife Jackie and son Tyler rose to the occasion when a UPS truck pulled up to their house to pick up an order of 16 games.

“It’s my exercise,” Jackie Bonventre said laughing.

Tyler was somehow able to hoist three of the boxes up at a time and haul them out to the truck, despite the fact that one box seemed to be about half of his size.

“Once I saw the product I knew that he had something so I was supportive of it,” Josh Bonventre said.

“Whatever he had to do I was in.”

Texeira fondly remembered when he decided to go to his parents and tell them about their idea.

“My dad was a Rocky Point music teacher for 35 years,” Texeira said. “He wasn’t someone who took a lot of risks. They loved the idea that it was a game and they trusted my business background.”

Bonventre estimates more than a thousand games have been sold in the past few months.

“The other day I come home and there’s a bunch of new orders that came in while I was at work,” he said.

“They were from basically every corner of the country.”

The game is currently sold in sporting goods stores in the tri-state area, the Midwest, New England and online. Soon a few Bed Bath & Beyond locations on Long Island will carry RampShot.

“We just had somebody the other day on Facebook, somebody we don’t know posted to our wall and they have a picture of our game at the beach,” Bonventre said. “She writes ‘probably the best game to play in the sand. Probably the best game ever.’”

Bonventre stopped short of declaring RampShot and Shore Creations as his sole source of income in the future. Standing in his garage — turned small business headquarters — Bonventre daydreamed about the future again for a moment.

“Two years from now, three years from now, four years from now are we going to be selling 10,000 at a shot?” he pondered. “We obviously won’t be able to do it here.”

Photos by Alex Petroski

Left, RampShots waiting to be shipped. Right, the net in which players must try to toss a ball in order to score points.

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LITTLE FLOWER CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES IN WADING RIVER seeks Direct Care Workers in Wading River, NY. P/T and per diem to care for developmentally disabled adults.

Send resume to: wadingriver-jobs@lfchild.org or fax 631.929.6203. EOE See display ad for detailed information

SIGN COMPANY

SIGN COMPANY. Experienced sign shop manager for daily tasks of operating busy shop, estimating, vinyl, pricing, knowledge of computer programs. Sign shop experience only.

631-924-7446 or email: alleycatsigns@gmail.com

LONG ISLAND ADOLESCENT AND FAMILY SERVICES (LIAFS) is currently recruiting for the following positions: Program Director, Human Resources Manager, Mental Health Therapist (LSCW), Youth Specialist/Child Care Workers, Bilingual Social Worker, Maintenance Mechanic, Drivers.â&#x20AC; Please see Employment Display Ad for complete details.

TEACHER ASSISTANTS Daycare program, Setauket, FT, infant room. Must have experience, high school diploma required. See full ad in our employment display section.

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WESTY SELF STORAGE Seeks a bright, motivated salesperson. Applicants must be enthusiastic, pleasant and have good communication & computer skills. F/T. Apply on line to: www.westycareers.com See our ad in employment display for complete details.

LITTLE FLOWER CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES IN WADING RIVERseeks a Referral Liaison, Temporary, through December 2015 for our Bridges to Health Program. Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or other related field Send resume to wadingriver-jobs@lfchild.org or fax to 631-929-6203 EOE See display ad for detailed information

LITTLE FLOWER CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES IN WADING RIVER Seeks a Telephone Receptionist, P/T, Mon-Wed 9am-5pm. must work holidays and avail to cover other shifts.

Send resume to: wadingriver-jobs@lfchild.org or fax 631.929.6203. EOE See display ad for detailed information

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OB/GYN FRONT DESK P/T position, 12-16 hrs. Flexible day and evenings. Experience preferred. 631-474-4917

LITTLE FLOWER CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES IN WADING RIVER Seeks a Secretary F/T. Previous secretarial or clerical experience.

Knowledge of computers, Office and Excel.

Send resume to: wadingriver-jobs@lfchild.org or fax 631.929.6203. EOE See display ad for detailed information

LITTLE FLOWER CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES IN WADING RIVER seeks a LIFEGUARD - Certified P/T. Summer/Seasonal. License, HS Dipolma and Valid NYS Drivers License.

Send resume to: wadingriver-jobs@lfchild.org or fax 631.929.6203. EOE See display ad for detailed information

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DENTAL RECEPTIONIST PT/FT. Experience preferred, private practice. Family Atmosphere, Shoreham.

Call 631-921-9493

LITTLE FLOWER CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES IN WADING RIVER Seeks a Secretary F/T. Previous secretarial or clerical experience.

Knowledge of computers, Office and Excel.

Send resume to: wadingriver-jobs@lfchild.org or fax 631.929.6203. EOE See display ad for detailed information

LITTLE FLOWER CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES IN WADING RIVER Seeks an ABS for our Day Hab Program, M-F 9:30am-2:00pm.

Send resume to: wadingriver-jobs@lfchild.org or fax 631.929.6203. EOE See display ad for detailed information

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CERTIFIED CNA OR HHA as companion aid to husband w/Parkensons. PT. References. own car. 631-474-0263

INSURANCE SALES OPPORTUNITY Will train. PT flexible hours, could lead to FT Sales experience a plus.

Call Jeff: 631-689-3100. Setauket location.

LITTLE FLOWER CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES IN WADING RIVER Seeks Assistant Manager, P/T for our IRA, Thursday-Saturday.

Send resume to: wadingriver-jobs@lfchild.org or fax 631.929.6203. EOE See display ad for detailed information

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ATTEND AVIATION COLLEGE Get FAA approved Aviation Maintenance maintenance training. Financial aid for qualified students. Job placement assistance. Call AIM for free information. 866-296-7093

HARBOR COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL is seeking a full time administrative assistant.

Please send cover letter and resume to: hgiffuni@hcdsny,org

PT Telephone/Recepionist Stony Brook office of busy law firm. Light clerical. Clear diction, good people skills, ability to keep confidences. Professional appearance.

MondayFriday 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm Please sent resume via fax 631-751-5471 or email glymer@glymerlaw.com

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TIMES BEACON RECORD CLASSIFIEDS 631.751.7663 or

631.331.1154

Little Flower Children and Family Services in Wading River, NY seeks

LIFEGUARD-CERTIFIED-P/T SUMMER SEASONAL

CHILD CARE WORKERS: Per Diem F/T and P/T

DIRECT CARE WORKERS: P/T and per diem

needed to supervise the daily living activities and ensure the safety of children in our Residential Treatment Center. Related exp. preferred and Valid NYS Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License required.

needed to care for developmentally disabled adults in our Intermediate Care Facility in Wading River, NY. Related exp. preferred and Valid NYS Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License required.

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Long Island Adolescent and Family Services (LIAFS) is a not-for-profit Social Service agency that provides residential and ancillary services to children and youth.

We have four sites in Suffolk County, our multi-faceted services include: casework and mental health counseling, medical and dental care, independent living skills training, education and recreation. In addition to our work, we also offer services to families in need of support and assistance.

Immediate Setauket Area Part-Time Half to 1 Day Per Week Wednesday or Thursday Afternoons Must Be Familiar With Medicare Claims Processing

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Referral Liaison – Temporary

Westy Self Storage represents the highest quality in self storage & customer service.

Westy is seeking a bright, motivated salesperson with a positive attitude. Applicants must be enthusiastic, pleasant & have good communication & computer skills.

Grow with us to become leaders in our organization. Full-time position; car required.

Salary, commissions, 401k & medical.

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Little Flower Children and Family Services in Wading River, NY seeks through December 2015 for our Bridges to Health Program located in Hauppauge, NY. Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or other related field and 1yr exp providing service coordination plus a Valid NYS Driver’s License required.

TIMES BEACON RECORD CLASSIFIEDS 631.751.7663 or

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MON-WED 9A-5P, MUST WORK HOLIDAYS AND AVAIL TO COVER OTHER SHIFTS. EXPERIENCE REQ.

to work with our youth in the RTC program in Wading River.

Reliable person needed to assist small facilities department with miscellaneous duties in a quiet office setting, Mon-Fri, 8:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Responsibilities include maintaining conference, lunch, and coffee rooms, processing small deliveries (paper goods) and performing basic furniture set-up and minor building maintenance tasks. Lift ing and occasional ladder work required. Previous custodial/building maintenance experience required.

Excellent English communication skills are needed. Must have a valid NYS drivers’ license. Paid holidays/vacation.

Complete an application at our office or email resume and letter of application.

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w w w . t b r n e w s m e d i a . c o m Audio/Video CONVERT YOUR FILMS AND VIDEO TAPES TO DVDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S. longislandfilmtransfers.com or call 631-591-3457

*OPTUL` CERTIFIED CHIMNEY SERVICE, INC. Chimneys cleaned, repaired, relined, blockages cleared,. Family owned/operated. 516-745-5625 www.certifiedchimneyNY.com

Cleaning Honest, Responsible Polish Woman WILL CLEAN YOUR HOUSE/OFFICE. 10 years Experience.

References. Free Estimates.

Please call Marzena 631-327-9046. marzena1ny@gmail.com

Decks DECKS ONLY BUILDERS & DESIGNERS of Outdoor Living by Northern Construction of LI, Inc. Decks, Patios/Hardscapes, Pergolas, Outdoor Kitchens & Lighting.

Since 1995. Lic/Ins. Financing Available.

105 Broadway, Greenlawn.

631-651-8478 www.DecksOnly.com See our ad in the Home Service Directory for complete details.

Electricians COMPLETE WIRING FOR YOUR HOME AND BUSINESS Everything electric since 1979.

YOUR ELECTRIC 631-474-2026

FARRELL ELECTRIC Serving Suffolk for over 40 years All types electrical work, service changes, landscape lighting, automatic standby generators.

631-928-0684

Financial Services YOURâ&#x20AC; HOMEOWNERSHIPâ&#x20AC; PARTNER The State of NY Mortgage Agency offers funds available for renovation. www.sonyma.org.

1-800-382-HOME (4663)

Furniture/Restoration Repairs CHAIR CANING SINCE 1975; ALL TYPES. ALSO Repairs & custom furniture.

VILLAGE CHAIRS 311 West Broadway Port Jefferson.

By appointment only 631-331-5791 REFINISHING & RESTORATION Antiques restored, repairing recane, reupholstery, touch-ups kitchen, front doors, 40yrs exp, SAVE$$$, free estimates.

Vincent Alfano 631-286-1407

Gardening/Design Architecture DOWN THE GARDEN PATH *Garden Rooms *Focal Point Gardens designed/maintained just for you. Create a â&#x20AC;&#x153;splashâ&#x20AC;? of color w/perennials. Patio pots.

Marsha, 631-689-8140 or Fax 631-689-2835

Gutters/Leaders GREG TRINKLE PAINTING & GUTTER CLEANING Powerwashing, window washing, staining. Neat, reliable, 25 years experience.

Free Estimates.

Lic/Ins.#31398-H 631-331-0976

Handyman Services HANDYMAN MIKE. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s broken, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll fix it.â&#x20AC;?

General home repair, fences installed, porch pillers/railings, decks refinished/repaired, Bathroom repairs/remodel, more.

Mike Ronan 631-236-6000 Insured.

Handyman Services JOHNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S A-1 HANDYMAN SERVICE Crown moldings, Wainscoting, raised panels. Kitchen/bathroom specialist, painting windows, finished basements, ceramic tile.

All types repairs. Dependable craftsmanship. Reasonable/rates.

Lic/Ins. 631-744-0976 or cell 631 697-3518

Home Improvement *BluStar Construction The North Shoreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Most Trusted Renovation Experts.

631-751-0751 Suffolk Lic. #48714-H, Ins. See Our Display Ad GOT BAMBOO??

Bamboo removal with guaranteed results! Landscape Architecture/Arborist services. Property restoration/landscape installation.

Call for a free estimate, 631-316-4023. Groundbreakers Development Group Inc., Commack NY INSIDE-OUT Kitchens, Baths & More, LLC Designed & Installed NKBA Certified Designer Lic#54246-H/Ins. 367A Lake Ave. St James 631-584-5312, 631-9429636 insideout2@ymail.com PRS CARPENTRY No job too small. Hanging a door, building a house, everything in-between. Formica kitchens/baths, roofing/siding/decks.

POWER WASHING. Serving North Shore 40 years. Lic/Ins. 631-744-9741 THREE VILLAGE HOME IMPROVEMENT Serving the community for over 30 years. See ad in Home Service Directory.

Rich Beresford, 631-689-3169

631.331.1154

Home Repairs/ Construction

Lawn & Landscaping

Landscape Materials

KLINGER MANAGEMENT & CONSTRUCTION CORP. Renovations, kitchens, baths, decks, patios, trim, moulding, windows, doors.

Maintenance Services. www.KMCbuilders.com 631-509-5468 Lic. 49649-H/Ins

HOSTA LOVERS Over 200 beautiful varieties, very reasonable prices. Open Saturday 10AM-4PM only.

MAEDER NURSERIES INC. 225 Old Town Rd. E. Setauket 631-751-8446

SCREENED TOP SOIL Mulch, wood chips, fill, decorative and driveway stone, sand/brick/cement. Fertilizer and seed.

JOSEPH M.TROFFA Landscape/Mason Supply 631-928-4665 www.troffa.com

Insurance LIABILITY INSURANCE for contractors and professionals.

Best rates available. Call NCA Insurance at 631-737-0700 ask for Martin

Lawn & Landscaping VREELAND LANDSCAPING Lawn maintenance $30/up.

Fertilizing/thatching/complete lawn reseeding and renovation.

Tree work.

30 years experience Three Village/Mt. Sinai Port Jefferson Bill 631-331-0002 www.vreelandlandscaping.com Carl Bongiorno Landscape/Mason Contractor All phases masonry work: stone walls, patios, poolscapes. All phases of Landscaping Design.

Theme Gardens.

Residential & Commercial.

Lic/Ins. 631-928-2110

EASTSIDE SERVICES NY, INC. LANDSCAPE SERVICE Grading/topsoil/mulch, rockwalls, plantings/brush removal.

New lawns/lawn maintenance, fences, masonry repairs, dry wells/drainage problems solved.

Dane Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Zurilla 631-474-3321, 631-387-3189 www.eastsideservicesny.com

EASTWOOD TREE & LANDSCAPE INC. Experts in tree care and landscaping. Serving Suffolk County for 25 years. Lic.#35866H/Ins 631-928-4070 eastwoodtree.com

GIULIANO TREE SERVICE AND LANDSCAPING BOBCAT SERVICE. Tree removal, pruning, cleanups, stump grinding, landscape design, mowing, etc.

Charles, 631-371-9913

J & J LANDSCAPING LAWN MAINTENANCE Clean-ups, weekly maintenance, thatching, mulching, seeding, lime, fertilizer, crabgrass control, pruning, more. Since 1972.

Lic #37841-H/Ins. 631-928-0752 LANDSCAPES UNLIMITED SPRING CLEAN-UPS Property Clean-ups, Tree Removal, Pruning, Landscape Construction, Maintenance, Thatching & Aeration.

Commercial/Residential Steven Long, Lic.36715-H/Ins. 631-675-6685 MIKE FAGAN LANDSCAPE CONTRACTING, INC. Serving the Three Village Area.

Spring clean-ups, perennial gardens, thatching, fertilizing, planting, top soil, transplanting, tree and stump removal.

Complete lawn maintenance.

Reasonable rates.

Established 30 years.

631-744-9452, Lic. 0300-H/Ins. SETAUKET LANDSCAPE & DESIGN Stone Driveways/Walkways, Walls/Stairs/Patios/Masonry, Brickwork/Repairs & Land Clearing/Drainage, Grading/Excavating.

Plantings/Mulch Steve Antos, 631-689-6082 www.setauketlandscape.com Serving Three Villages SWAN COVE LANDSCAPING Lawn Maintenance, Clean-ups, Shrub/Tree Pruning, Removals.

Landscape Design/Installation, Ponds/Waterfalls, Stone Walls.

Firewood.

Free estimates. Lic/Ins. 631-689-8089

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Masonry ALL SUFFOLK PAVING & MASONRY Asphalt Paving, Cambridge Paving Stone, Belgium Block Supplied & fitted. All types of drainage work. Driveways, parking lots, patios, Basketball Courts, Tennis Courts & Play Areas.

Free written estimates. Call 631-764-9098/631-365-6353. www.allsuffolkpaving.com Lic#47247-H/Ins.

Painting/ Spackling/ Wallpaper ALL PRO PAINTING Interior/exterior. Free estimates.

Powerwashing, staining, wallpaper removal. Lic/Ins#19604HI. NICK 631-696-8150 BOBâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PAINTING SERVICE 25 Years Experience Interior/Exterior Painting. *Spackling *Staining * Wallpaper Removal *Powerwashing.

Free estimates Lic/Ins. #17981 631-744-8859 COUNTY-WIDE PAINTING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR Painting/Staining.

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Living/Serving 3 Village Area Over 25 Years. Lic#37153-H. 631-751-8280

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w w w . t b r n e w s m e d i a . c o m Painting/ Spackling/ Wallpaper

Jay A. Spillmann Painting Co. Over 30 years in business.

Spackling/Taping, Wallpaper removal. Quality prep work.

Interior/Exterior.

Lic. #17856-H/Ins. 631-331-3712, 631-525-2206

WORTH PAINTING â&#x20AC;&#x153;PAINTING WITH PRIDEâ&#x20AC;?

Interiors/exteriors. Faux finishes, power-washing, wallpaper removal, sheetrock tape/spackling, carpentry/trimwork. Lead paint certified. References. Free estimates. Lic./Ins. SINCE 1989 Ryan Southworth, 631-331-5556

LaROTONDA PAINTING & DESIGN Interior/exterior, sheetrock repairs, taping/spackling, wallpaper removal, Faux, decorative finishings.

Free estimates.

Lic.#53278-H/Ins. Ross LaRotonda 631-689-5998 SACCOCCIO PAINTING & HOME IMPROVEMENTS Owner operated for over 25 years. Painting, spackle, sheetrock, power washing, water damage and mold removal.

NO JOB TOO SMALL! Lic/Ins. 631-831-3089

Power Washing

Plumbing/ Heating

Roofing/Siding

SUNLITE PRESSURE WASHING Roofs, Cedar Shakes, Vinyl Siding, Cedar Planks, Patios, Decks.

Reasonable rates.

29 years in business Lic.27955-H/Ins. 631-281-1910

JOSEPH BONVENTRE CONSTRUCTION Roofing, siding, windows, decks, repairs. Quality work, low prices.

Living/Serving 3 Village Area.

Owner operated. Over 25 years experience. Lic/Ins. #55301-H. 631-428-6791/631-689-7627

WORKING & LIVING IN THE THREE VILLAGES FOR 25 YEARS Owner does the work & guarantees satisfaction.

COUNTY-WIDE Lic. & Ins. 37153-H 631-751-8280

Tree Work KLB LAND SERVICES Specializing in all phases of Tree Work, Landscape Installation & Masonry.

Insured/ Lic# 52839-H Michael Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Leary 631-901-2781

Pool Services

ANDERSON ENERGY Heating, Air Conditioning and Hot Water. Oil, gas services, installations and solutions. Financing Available. Lic/Ins. Lic. #49018-H, 631-209-1100, Bill DOUGLAS FERRI PLUMBING & HEATING Lic/Ins. All types of work, small repairs receive special attention.

Free estimates, reasonable rates.

631-265-8517

CSI POOL SERVICE Pool openings from $149.99.

Power Vacs from $75/hr. Weekly service from $45/week.

CSTpoos@yahoo.com 631-681-3358 Lic/ins.

ABOVE ALL TREE SERVICE Will Beat ALL Competitors Rates Quality Work at Lowest Prices!

Removal, Land Clearing & Large Tree Specialists. Pruning, Topping, Stump Grinding $10 & Up. Bucket Truck & Emergency Service. Accepting All Major Credit Cards. Free Estimates.

Lic. 33122-H./Ins. Located Exit 62 LIE 631-928-4544

Roofing/Siding GOT LEAKS? igotleaks.com New roofs, roof repairs, gutters.

25 years experience Lic#37348-H/Ins. 1-844-446-8532

Tree Work

ARBOR-VISTA TREE CARE Complete Tree care service devoted to the care of trees. Maintenance pruning, waterview work, sun-trimming, elevating, pool areas, storm thinning, large tree removal, stump grinding.

Wood chips.

Lic#18902HI. Free estimates.

631-246-5377 KOCH TREE SERVICES Certified Arborists. National Accredited Tree Care Company.

Fertilization, Firewood, Pruning, Removals, Organic Spray Programs, Tick Control.

CALL NOW! 631-473-4242 www.kochtreeservice.com Lic#25598-H Insured

NORTHEAST TREE EXPERTS, INC. Expert pruning, careful removals, stump grinding, tree/shrub fertilization. Disease/insect management. Certified arborists.

Insured/Lic#24,512-HI. All work guaranteed. 631-751-7800 www.northeasttree.com RANDALL BROTHERS TREE SERVICE. Planting, pruning, removals, stump grinding. Free Estimates.

631-862-9291 Fully insured.

LIC# 50701-H

PROFESSIONAL & BUSINESS

Tree Work SUNBURST TREE EXPERTS Since 1974 our history of customer satisfaction is second to none. Pruning/removals/planting, plant health care.

Certified Arborist on every job guaranteed.

Unsplit firewood For Sale by the truckload.

Bonded employees.

Lic/Ins. #8864HI 631-744-1577 XTERRA TREE SERVICE 631-821-8888 Certified Arborist on Staff www.XterraTreeService.com Insured & Licensed (#54411H)

Window Cleaning SUNLITE WINDOW WASHING Residential. Interior/Exterior. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Done the old fashioned way.â&#x20AC;?

Also powerwashing/gutters.

Reasonable rates.

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H O M E S E RV I C E S

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H O M E S E RV I C E S

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BLUEGRASS LANDSCAPING INC.

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w w w . t b r n e w s m e d i a . c o m Commercial Property/ Yard Space

Co-ops/Condos For Sale

PORT JEFFERSON VILLAGE East Main St. RETAIL SPACE. 650 sq ft.

Contact Jeanne 631-928-2614 PUBLISHERSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; NOTICE All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise â&#x20AC;&#x153;any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.â&#x20AC;?

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All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

Co-ops/Condos For Rent FORT LAUDERDALE Beautiful ocean front condominium. 1 BR, LR DR combo, full kitchen, 1.5 baths. Like new.

Seasonal or Annual rental.

631-686-5441

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FREE GOLF If you live in this bright 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath Condo on golf course at Bretton Woods. Tennis, indoor/outdoor pools, restaurant and activities. $279,900 STRATHMORE EAST 631-698-3400

Houses For Sale

OFFICE FOR RENT. EAST SETAUKET Just reduced! Frontage 25A, 2 rooms off center hall, plus additional space. Private bathroom, built in shelves, closet space, Village Times Building. Signage on front lawn available. $895 +utilities.

Please call Ann 631-751-5454 weekdays, or 631-751-2030 evenings.

Out Of County

MILLER PLACE 3 BR, 2.5 bath, townhouse.

Beautiful gated community with pool, gym, clubhouse, tennis, basketball.

Hardwood flrs, WOOD FP, CA, GAS Heat, FFB, park like yard with extra large paver patio. Fire Alarm, sprinkler system. Pet free, smoke free, clean environment. CC $407, Lower taxes $5,000 with star, approx $6,100 w/o. Serious qualified buyers. $455,000.

Call for prompt showing BY NEGOTIABLE OWNER. 631-476-6763

Land/Lots For Sale UPSTATE NY LAND LIQUIDATION! Foreclosures, Short Sales, Abandoned Farms, Country Estate Liquidation. Country Tracts avg. over 10 acres from $12,900. Waterfront, streams, ponds, views, farmhouses! Terms available!

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MANHATTAN APARTMENT FOR RENT Nicely furnished (or unfurnished.) Quiet, 4 bedroom, 2 bath, living room, dining room, exceptionally clean, upper East Side pre-war residential building with high ceilings and elevator, washer/dryer, A/C. 4 blocks to Metropolitian Museum of Art and Central Park, 3 blocks to East River and Carl Schurz Park. 4 blocks to express subway stop, P/T doorman. No smoking. Wired for internet and cable. $5900/mo.

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Please call Ann 631-751-5454 weekdays or 631-751-2030 evenings.

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PORT JEFF VILLAGE Beautiful, Spacious 1 BR Apartment. Private patio, Quiet. No Smoking. Wifi/Direct TV, includes utilities. Completely furnished. 631-473-1468 ROCKY POINT $2500. Large house available immediately, 4 BR, 2 bath, L/R, D/R, Kit., fenced yard. Ample parking & basement storage.

Heat/water/yard maint/snow removal all included.

Call Debbie 631-744-5900, x12.

APARTMENT FOR RENT CORAM 1 bedroom junior apt. in North Isle. New paint, hardwood flrs, no dogs (cats OK). $975 per month plus utilities (gas heat/cooking and electric). First month and 1 mo. security upfront. Call 631- 764-7315.

Rentals

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MILLER PLACE PRIVATE GATED, RANCH 1/2 acre 3/2 BR, LR, DR, DN, sun-rm, all appliances, cac, at/garage, circular driveway, walk to water. $2,500/month.

Must be seen! 917-445-2729

PORT JEFFERSON Large room for rent, perfect for summer rental. Will consider short term. Includes refrigerator, microwave. No smoking, off street parking. Available Immediately. 631-828-8299

MILLER PLACE 1 bedroom, beautiful Garden Apartment, designated parking, laundry. No pets. $1300+ utilities, +$395 move in fee.

516-376-9931, 631-834-4215

Vacation Rentals

MOUNT SINAI Bright 1 bedroom apartment. Private entrance, own yard, ground level. $995/all. No smoking/pets.

Credit checked.

Call/text 631-974-7273 RENTALS SUNY Rental Specialist.

Apts./Condos/Whole House Rentals and Sales. Call, Text or Email Mary Coonradt.

Realty Connect. 631-220-6417 nycribfinder@aol.com SETAUKET RANCH HOUSE 3 Bedroom, Family Room w/fireplace, newly renovated large Kitchen and 2 Baths, Good Closets, Immaculate, Full Basement, Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Private Back Yard, Quiet Tree Lined Street. 1 mile north of Stony Brook University near West Meadow Beach.

Wired for Internet. No Smoking. Available June 30th. Terrific Landlord. $2700 plus utilities. Please call Ann, 631-751-5454 days or 631-751-2030 eves.

STONY BROOK 3 BRs, 2 baths, large kitchen, L/R, D/R, den, basement. Walking distance to university. $2600. 1 mths rent, 1 mths security. References. No smoking/pets. 631-748-0079.

SUNY UNIVERSITY & HOSPITAL Rental and Sales Assistance. Call, text or email.

Drew Dunleavy 516-316-8864. web: www.DDunleavyrealestate.com e-mail vineandsea@aol.com

Rentals-Rooms EAST SETAUKET Furnished room with bath, micro/refrigerator.

Off street parking, private entrance, no smoking/pets.

Security, references. $650/month.

631-335-3734.

OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND Best selection of affordable rentals. Full/partial weeks. Call for FREE brochure. Open daily.

Holiday Resort Services 1-800-638-2102. Online reservations: www.holidayoc.com

OPEN HOUSES SATURDAY/SUNDAY 12:00PM-3:00PM Monday thru Friday Open House by appointment PORT JEFFERSON VILLAGE 415 Liberty Ave, starting at $799,000. New Village Vistas New 55+ Condo. Water View SUNDAY 12:00PM-1:00PM 63 Hamlet Dr. Inverness Estate.

Private pool, finished basement, main floor master, Gated w/golf, $739,000.

SATURDAY/SUNDAY Open House by appointment SETAUKET 3 Bates Rd. 3 B/R Ranch on 1.21 acre. Tranquil gardens, winter water view of Mill Pond $775,000 SETAUKET 40 Varsity Blvd. Gated. Cambridge. Chefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kitchen, full unfin bsmt, Pond View $909,000. Price Adjustment MOUNT SINAI 164 Hamlet Dr. Gated, Golf, Courtyard. Large backyard, master suite & bath, 2 car garage $649,000 MOUNT SINAI 147 Hamlet Dr. Augusta Villa.

Full Fin bsmt, 4 B/Rs, custom stone fireplace, $748,000.

Dennis P. Consalvo, LSA Aliano Real Estate www.longisland-realestate.net 631-724-1000

OPEN HOUSES SUNDAY 6/14 1:00PM-3:00PM WADING RIVER 6346 North Country Rd. 2 story historic home. 2 fpls. barn & hayloft.

1.5 acre. MLS #2750917. $495,000.

STONY BROOK 80 Hollow Rd. 3 BR, 2 bth Ranch. Walk to Village & Harbor. MLS#2760739. $459,000.

PORT JEFF STATION Upgraded 3 BR, 1.5 bath Ranch with FDR, EIK, Den, 1 car gar.

Move-in ready. MLS#2758869. $325,000.

12:30PM-2:30PM HEAD OF THE HARBOR 7 Three Sisters Rd. Renovated Carriage House on acre of beautiful grounds.

5 BR, 5 ba.

MLS#2715344. $499,000.

2:30PM-4:30PM PORT JEFF STATION 10 Oxford Dr. 4 BR, 2.5 bath, granite kit, 2 car gar, IGS, CAC, MLS#2753763. SD#3, $449,000.

DANIEL GALE SOTHEBYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S INTERNATIONAL REALTY 631-689-6980 SUNDAY 6/14 12:00PM-1:30 PM STONY BROOK 24 Stafford Ln. Large, light, airy home on 1/3 acre. 5 B/Rs, three full baths, heated IGP, Custom Kitchen.

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Middle Country is sixth in national rankings Girls’ lacrosse The Middle Country girls’ lacrosse team is ranked No. 6 in the nation, according to LaxPower.

The Mad Dogs finished the season with an undefeated 14-0 mark in Division I,

and only lost one game the entire year, ending with an 18-1 record.

The girls made it past the semifinal roadblock it hit last season, but fell to the same team that eliminated them, West Islip, in the Suffolk County Class A finals.

Senior midfielder and attack Nikki Ortega led the team with 64 goals and 64 assists for 128 points, and her younger sister Jamie followed close behind, with 113 points off 78 goals and 25 assists.

Nikki Ortega led Suffolk County in points, while her younger sister was fifth in the standings.

Other Long island teams also found spots in the Top 10 of the national rankings. Mount Sinai is in the No. 3 spot, while Manhasset is right behind Middle Country, in seventh.

Middle Country also ranks second behind No. 1 Mount Sinai in the East regional ratings, according to LaxPower.

While the Mad Dogs will graduate six seniors this month, many of the core offensive threats will be returning to the nationally-ranked team next season.

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Above, Jamie Ortega gets a shot past the goalkeeper. Left, Rachel Masullo maintains possession.

Fall youth baseball registration is now open The Middle Country Youth Association’s fall little league baseball registration period has begun.

There are 12 games a season, with 10 guaranteed, and a uniform shirt and hat are included when you sign up.

Currently, teams will play against other Middle Country teams, and some of the games in this six week program will be played under the lights.

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OPINION EDITORIAL

Slower takeoff for drone laws

As a community newspaper, we find ourselves tossing around the phrase “NIMBY” — standing for “not in my backyard” — from time to time. But it’s usually more of an expression, and a negative one, than a literal translation of residents resisting something from going into their actual backyards.

But in the case of drones, NIMBY could not be taken more literally.

Call them drones, call them unmanned aircraft systems — either way, the public perception of these flying devices is still developing as they buzz around the skies. huntington Town attempted this week to ground concerns over these drones

when it introduced a resolution that would regulate their use for the betterment of public health, privacy and safety “so that operation of same is respectful of community standards [and] the concerns of residents, as well as protect property and privacy rights,” the resolution said. huntington wasn’t alone in its efforts to come out a step ahead of drone regulation, either. U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer and several other elected leaders have been banging the drone drum for months now, calling on the Federal Aviation Administration to require drones to fly below 500 feet and limit where they can fly.

While we understand the legislative urge to keep an

eye on the sky for the sake of public privacy and safety, we hope our public leaders don’t turn the drone debate into a droning drain on resources.

There are several things to consider when it comes to drawing the legislative line for drones. At what point would new laws encroach upon our personal freedoms? Whose job is it to regulate them? Does the regulator depend on how high the drone flies or what jurisdiction is underneath it? Should regulations vary based upon the type of drone?

Moving forward, our local municipalities should not jump the gun. Officials should properly investigate all the nuts and bolts of the

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Some drones can take high-resolution photos and video.

drone industry and be careful when determining where governments should step in.

Flying a drone is not like flying a kite, and we, like many of our neighbors, are

concerned about personal privacy and public safety.

All we ask is that our elected officials consider the whole subject carefully before inking laws.

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One letter writer responds to a previous letter to the editor regarding Memorial Day Parade attendance.

Memorial response TO ThE EDITOR: I was surprised by Bob Mandel’s letter citing small turnout for the Memorial Day parade in the June 4 edition.

I too am a long time resident for 35 years. I too served in the Army for two years.

I share Mr. Mandel’s view of the importance of the parade, and I attend happily each year.

My surprise comes from his statement that “the crowds along the parade route just weren’t there.”

From my usual viewing spot at the corner of Gnarled hollow Road, it seemed to me

that there was the usual robust and enthusiastic turnout. I was particularly pleased by the large number of young families with children.

I write this letter because Mr. Mandel asked for responses to his letter.

Martin R. Liebowitz East Setauket

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The perennial trauma of public speaking

D. None of the above

by DaNiel DuNaief

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e talk constantly. We speak to our spouses when we wake up, to our children when we try to get them up, to our friends on the way to work, to the person preparing our morning bagel, and on and on. Most of that speech is automatic.

“Hey, how are you doing?”

“Great, you?”

“Can’t complain. I mean, I could complain but who’d listen?”

When we’re not talking, we often hear an internal dialogue.

“Why didn’t you demand a raise?”

“Next time, next time.”

“You’re always saying that.

This is next time.”

“Hey, stop yelling at me!”

Words are as natural most of the time as the steps we take on the way to or from the car, down the block, or up the stairs.

We don’t think, “Left, right, left, right.” Wait, no, isn’t it, “Right, left, left, right, right?”

And yet, something happens to the natural flow of words when we have to give a speech.

It’s not the same for everyone.

I suspect many politicians are so comfortable giving speeches that they just need to know where the camera is to share their eloquence.

That’s not exactly the word I’d use to describe the times I’ve had to speak in front of large, or

even medium-sized groups. I’ve spoken out in meetings many times about stories, offering my opinion or awareness of the history of an evolving story to a group of editors.

I’m fine in those situations.

It’s when I get up in front of a group of people, many of whom I don’t know, to share some words on a subject that the discomfort begins.

I lick my lips regularly before I begin, as the saliva that pours forth from my mouth so readily at other times has decided that this moment is the ideal time to take a vacation.

My breathing becomes shallow and quick. “I, uh, would, uh, like to, uh, say a few words.”

Speeches are like walking on the bottom of the ocean, wearing heavy boots and breathing through a small tube. Suddenly, the words become like unknown and unseen obstacles, blocking the path to communicating something charming,

witty, insightful and cohesive.

“Uh, hi, I’m, uh, uh, Dan, right, Dan.” Why do those public words become so unfamiliar and uncomfortable? Is it because we can’t correct them? Do we feel as if we need to perform the words instead of just sharing what’s percolating in our minds at the time?

In the middle of a speech, we can’t say, “Where was I? Oh, yes, that’s it. I could really use a tuna sandwich right now.”

I recently gave a short speech in front of a group celebrating my brother’s birthday. I didn’t know many of the people in the room and even though it was a receptive audience, I started to feel the typical nerves building up in those last few moments.

The speech went fine, or so people have assured me. But then, of course, the voices in my head shared their customary public-speech criticism.

I became like all those pundits

I started to feel the typical nerves building up.

who second guess every word and decision after an election or after the big game. “You know,” I thought to myself, “you should have started with this joke. That would have been funnier.”

“Oh yeah?” I wanted to bark back at that self-critical voice. “Where were you 10 minutes ago?”

“I was here, you just couldn’t hear me because too many other voices were up here, shouting into your ear not to mess up.”

Yet it always seems to turn out all right. Until the next time.

Daniel Dunaief’s recent book, “The Other Parent,” may be purchased online from www.tbrnewsmedia.com/ebooks.

Happy Birthday to my smart best friend

between you and me by leah S. DuNaief

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eddy will be 10 years old this week. Who is Teddy?

That’s an interesting question that we have frequently debated over the years. Ostensibly Teddy is a dog, a gorgeous golden retriever, on the large and hairy side. But we who live with him know differently. While he masquerades as a dog, trotting around the house drinking and eating from his dog bowls and otherwise sleeping and greeting, we know he is much too wise to be a dog. I’ve not been a believer

in reincarnation particularly, but if there is such a process, Teddy is the real deal.

We’ve speculated on which of our ancestors he might be, and we’ve not come up with a certain identity. But there is no question regarding his intelligence. For example, when we are sitting in the living room and talking, he will curl up in the center of the room and join the conversation. Really. To the extent that he is able, he communicates with throaty and moaning sounds up and down the human scale.

When he wants to go out, he will come over to where I am reading and try to look me in the eye. If I refuse to meet his gaze, he will plop his head across the newspaper or book I am holding, forcing me to acknowledge his presence. When I do, he will jerk his head in the direction of the front door repeatedly until I get up to get the leash. Then he will bound toward the door while uttering a series of falsetto sounds clearly expressing his joy.

OK, so that’s not so brilliant.

Every dog knows how to communicate its biological needs to its walker. But consider this. It’s raining, dark and late. I’m standing in front of him, leash in hand, asking encouragingly, “Want to go out?” No response. “Want to go out?” I ask again. Unmoving, he will shake his head from side to side. He has mastered the body language for “no.” He can also spell. If the time is right for his next outing and I interrupt the conversation with my family by asking if anyone wants to take him o-u-t, he will jump up and rush toward the door with the ritual histrionics.

Goldens do have the most expressive brown eyes. Sometimes, when I have something on my mind and no one else is around to overhear my monologue, I will talk to Teddy and he will fix his limpid eyes on me all the while. Now he may just be thinking, “What on earth is she carrying on about?” hoping that, if he stays still long enough, in the end I will give him a dog cookie. But that’s the wonderful

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thing about dogs: They never seem to have pejorative thought about the people who care for them. One of their greatest attributes is that they can’t repeat what you tell them. They can only listen sympathetically. We should all be so smart.

Teddy loves broccoli and kale, especially when prepared with some garlic. He also eats yellow and red peppers, spinach, mushrooms and onions, all with gusto. He does not eat tomatoes nor bananas.

Teddy bears his age with grace. In human years, he is in his 70s, and his hips give testimony. He has some distinguished white hairs among the gold around his muzzle, and he definitely likes to sleep a little later in the mornings.

He has developed an impressive snore. Our daily walks are a stately event. No longer do I have to keep him on the leash for fear he will dash off to the nearby beach or visit his friends in the adjoining yards. He is content to walk at a moderate pace beside me LEISURE EDITOR Heidi Sutton SPORTS EDITOR Desirée Keegan ONLINE EDITOR Elana Glowatz

Teddy, the golden retriever, bears his age with grace.

— most of the time. When a rabbit crosses our path, he will look at it almost quizzically, as if wondering why he used to get all steamed up chasing a bunny. A cat? Not so much.

He will still go off in pursuit of one — for at least 50 feet — and then return to my side looking mildly embarrassed.

He needn’t be because one of his endearing traits is his playfulness. I never scold him for being a dog, even a dog in disguise.

And I appreciate that, even if he is past retirement age, he still works at his job. He knows that his job is to guard the house, and if anyone should drive up in a car he doesn’t recognize, he will let loose with a series of ferocious baritone barks. That is, if he hasn’t slipped downstairs for a civilized afternoon nap.

Happy Birthday, Teddy.

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