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National Stony Brook hurricane expert Reed sees link between climate change and violent storms BY DANIEL DUNAIEF DESK@TBRNEWSMEDIA.COM With Hurricane Ida taking lives and causing destruction from Louisiana to New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, some scientists see longer term patterns reflected in the power and destruction of this storm. Kevin Reed, associate professor at the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences at Stony Brook University, said a group of experts on the topic are working on research related to the climate impacts on Ida. No specific timeline is set for such an analysis, which would be similar to what the World Weather Attribution initiative is doing. “It’s more and more clear that there’s some connection” between a warmer climate and more severe storms,” Reed said. The sooner scientists can make that link, the “more impactful and useful” any such statements or determinations could be. While Reed hasn’t done any formal research yet on Ida, he has considered some of the specific aspects of this storm. Rainfall rates of over 3 inches per hour, which set a record in Central Park, are “what you would expect in terms of climate impact.” Previous modeling work indicates that increasing global temperatures raise the likelihood of extreme rainfall. Reed hopes researchers can build methodologies and refine their approaches to apply what they know about climate to severe weather events like Ida, which command attention as they approach, once they make

landfall and, in their aftermath, as cities and states rebuild. What’s clear from some of the work he’s done is that “climate change is not a longoff problem, it’s already changing storms” in terms of the amount and intensity of rainfall. The recent Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report emphasized that climate change is increasing the rainfall from storms. Reed suggested it would help in terms of prevention and planning to develop ways to refine the understanding of the link between climate change and storms. Researchers should “produce this type of information, almost at the same frequency as weather forecasts.” Larger storms have become a topic on people’s minds in part because disruptive weather events like hurricanes Ida (2021), Laura (2020), Dorian (2019), Florence (2018), Harvey (2017) and Matthew (2016) seem to happen so much more frequently. Scientists are continuing to try to “quantify the impact” of how the characteristics of an event might have changed because of a warmer climate, Reed said. Research has been evolving to address society’s most pressing and urgent questions. Indeed, climate change can and likely has contributed to heavier snowfall events, despite the broader trend towards warmer temperatures. Some scientists have linked the melting of Arctic ice to the weakening of the polar vortex, enabling colder air to come south toward the continental United States and, in

During Ida, the historic Thompson House in East Setauket took in 33 inches of water in its basement. Some of the water rose up to the first floor of the 1709 structure. Photo from Ward Melville Heritage Organization

particular, the Eastern Seaboard. The impacts from climate change are “going to get larger and more significant,” Reed said. “We have an opportunity to mitigate that. If we reduce our emissions the world will warm by half a degree to a degree. That still is offsetting potentially disastrous

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Smithtown CSD to present bond vote on Sept. 28 According to a press release from the Smithtown Central School District, a bond vote will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 28. Bond Forums are scheduled for Sept. 21 and Sept. 22 for residents to receive an overview of the proposal. Residents within the Smithtown Central School District will have the opportunity to vote on a $120 million bond proposal for various districtwide capital improvements. If approved, the proposal would not increase taxes, as new payments for the proposed work would replace expiring debt payments. Therefore, no new tax revenue would be needed to support the bond payments. According to the press release the proposed bond referendum prioritizes safety and security, renovates and repairs aging facilities, and continues to provide opportunities for student success. The list of projects was developed following extensive walkthroughs of each building as part of the New York State Education Department Building Condition Survey, which is mandated every five years. The majority of projects proposed in the new bond referendum are essential infrastructure and safety upgrades. Many of these systems exceeded their useful life spans, and they are no longer compliant with code. Proposed projects include: •Installation of HVAC systems to improve fresh air intake. • Improvements to lighting in select areas. •Replacement of outdated hot water heaters. •Repairs to cracked sidewalks and asphalt.

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•Replacement of windows, doors and deteriorating ceiling tiles. •Upgrades to the fire alarm systems in all buildings to provide adequate audio-visual strobes and smoke detectors to meet current space requirements. •Renovation of exterior stairs, steps and ramps. The proposal also includes several enhancements to directly benefit the education of Smithtown students, such as: •Enhancements and upgrades to select auditoriums, including new seating, finishes, acoustical treatments, LED house and theatrical lighting, rigging, sound system and smart podiums. •Reconfiguration and upgrades to existing science, family and consumer science, technology, robotics and preschool classrooms at the secondary level. •Investments to physical education and athletic programs, including renovated locker rooms, construction of new concession stands and bathrooms at both the High School East and High School West stadium fields, creation of a fitness center at High School West and renovations to the athletic turf fields on the secondary level. The district will host bond forums to provide an overview of the proposal. The forums will take place on Sept. 21 at 3 p.m. at the New York Avenue building and on Sept. 22 at 7 p.m. at Smithtown High School West. Polls will be open on Tuesday, Sept. 28 from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. For more information, including a newsletter, videos and presentation, visit the Bond 2021 page on the district website, www.smithtown.k12.ny.us/ boardofeducation/bond_vote.

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Smithtown students return to the classrooms Despite the rain, administrators fanned out throughout the Smithtown Central School District’s dozen schools to join staff in greeting students Sept. 9. At Smithtown High School West, a large sign donated by the PTSA that read, “Welcome Back, West Side Pride,” greeted students. At Nesaquake Middle School, sixth grade teacher Ron Parmegiani was among the most

enthusiastic. He grabbed an umbrella and went car to car as students arrived, offering personalized greetings to each family. According to Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Secaur, nearly 8,000 students are enrolled in the district this school year, 171 of the students are part of the district’s new prekindergarten. — Photos from Smithtown Central School District

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Hauppauge students ready to hit the books Hauppauge school district students returned to their classrooms earlier than other children in the area as the schools’ doors opened Sept. 1. Administrators and staff were on hand at all

five Hauppauge schools to welcome students. Among the administrators on hand was new superintendent Donald Murphy, upper right. — Photos from Hauppauge School District

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Smithtown remembers local 9/11 victims Smithtown community members joined local legislators, clergy members, business owners and firefighters to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks and remember the Smithtown residents who were among the victims. The ceremony took place at the town’s

9/11 Memorial Park on Main Street. In addition to prayers from clergy members and the laying of wreaths and single flowers at the memorial, the names of each Smithtown resident who died on Sept. 11, 2001, was read by local officials and firefighters. — Photos by Rita J. Egan

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To Place A Legal Notice Email: legals@tbrnewsmedia.com bid only in writing in advance of the actual award. The Board of Trustees reserves the right to reject any and all bids and waive irregularities and informalities in bidding or to award contracts which in its judgment as the Board are in the best interest of the Library and its supporting tax payers. Dated: September 10, 2021 By order of the Board of Trustees Smithtown Special Library District

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Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received no later than and publicly read by The Smithtown Library, Town of Smithtown, Suffolk County, New York on Thursday, September 23, 2021 at 10:00 AM prevailing time at the Library (address below) for the provision of Security Guard Services.

NOTICE OF BUDGET VOTE AND ELECTION OF THE SMITHTOWN SPECIAL LIBRARY DISTRICT TOWN OF SMITHTOWN, SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK

Sealed bids should be addressed to the attention of: Robert Lusak Library Director The Smithtown Library 148 Smithtown Boulevard Nesconset, New York 11767 All bids must be submitted to the Library Director on or before the date of opening in sealed envelopes, bearing the name and address of the bidder. Bids must be marked on the outside of the envelope: Security Guard Services. Detailed specifications on this project are available through the Library’s Administration office or at the following URL: www.smithlib.org/images/ security.pdf Bidders are required to submit documentation and information indicating and establishing full and complete compliance with all aspects of the bid specifications. Failure to fully and completely respond with such documentation or information and/or comply with the specifications in any respect may constitute a ground to reject the bid submitted. A bidder may withdraw its

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the resident qualified voters of the Smithtown Special Library District (Town of Smithtown) that a Library Budget Vote and Trustee Election will be held at the below-designated polling places on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at 9:30 AM, prevailing time, to vote upon the following propositions: 1. To adopt the Annual Budget of the Smithtown Special Library District for the calendar year commencing January 1, 2022 and ending December 31, 2022 in the amount of $16,018,073.00 (which includes the annual financing costs of the bond previously approved by the electorate) with the requisite portion thereof to be raised by a levy upon the taxable property of the Library District. 2. To elect two members of the Board of Trustees of the Smithtown Special Library District for terms commencing January 1, 2022 and expiring on December 31, 2024 and to elect one member for a term commencing October 26, 2021 and expiring on December 31, 2022 to fill a vacated seat. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that voting at such Budget Vote/ Election will be by paper ballots only; the polls will be

open between the hours of 9:30 AM and 9:00 PM, prevailing time, on October 12, 2021. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that voting shall take place in person at the following four (4) polling places: 1. Smithtown Main Building Library patrons who are qualified voters residing: within zip code 11780; within zip code 11788 who reside SOUTH of Route 347, Nesconset Highway; within zip code 11787 who live EAST of Blydenburgh County Park, Caleb Smith State Park and Route 25A (St. Johnland Road) and SOUTH of Landing Road (NOTE: homeowners who reside in the area serviced by the Emma S. Clark Memorial Library CANNOT vote in this election) will vote at the Smithtown Main Building, located at One North Country Road, Smithtown, NY. 2. Kings Park Branch Library patrons who are qualified voters residing: within zip code 11754 or 11768; and within zip code 11787 who reside NORTH of Route 25, Old Northport Road and Landing Road, WEST of Route 25A (St. Johnland Road) and EAST of Plymouth Boulevard will vote at the Kings Park Branch, located at One Church Street, Kings Park, NY. 3. Commack Branch Library patrons who are qualified voters residing: within zip code 11725; within zip code 11788 who reside SOUTH of Veterans Memorial Highway; and within zip code 11787 who live WEST of Blydenburgh County Park, Caleb Smith State Park and Plymouth Boulevard will vote at the Commack Branch, located at 3 Indian Head Road, Commack, NY. 4. Nesconset Branch Library patrons who are qualified voters residing: within zip code 11767; who live SOUTH of Route 25 from the Smithtown-Brookhaven border to Southern Boulevard; EAST of Southern Blvd. from Route 25 to Route 347, Nesconset Highway; SOUTH of Route 347, Nesconset Highway from Southern Boulevard to the Smithtown Greenbelt Town Park; EAST

of the Smithtown Greenbelt Town Park from Route 347 Nesconset Highway to the Smithtown-Islip border (residents in the area serviced by the Sachem School and Library Districts CANNOT vote in this election) will vote at the Nesconset Branch, located at 148 Smithtown Boulevard, Nesconset, NY.

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AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that every qualified voter of the Town of Smithtown who resides within the Smithtown Special Library District and is otherwise qualified to vote at a General Town Election shall be qualified to vote at the October 12, 2021 Budget Vote and Board of Trustees election.

AV I S O DE V OTO DE P R E S U P U E S T O Y ELECCIÓN PA R A EL DISTRITO ESPECIAL DE BIBLIOTECA DE SMITHTOWN CIUDAD DE SMITHTOWN, CONDADO DE SUFFOLK, NUEVA YORK

Y POR LA PRESENTE TAMBIÉN SE AVISA, que la votación tendrá lugar en los siguientes cuatro (4) lugares de votación: 1. Usuarios de Smithtown Main Building Library que son votantes calificados que residen: dentro del código postal 11780; dentro del código postal 11788 que viven al SUR de Route 347, Nesconset Highway; dentro del código postal 11787 que viven al ESTE de Blydenburgh County Park, Caleb Smith State Park y Route 25A (St. Johnland Road) y al SUR de Landing Road (NOTA: los propietarios de viviendas que residen en la zona y que reciben los servicios de Emma S. Clark Memorial Library NO PUEDEN votar en esta elección) votarán en el Smithtown Main Building, ubicado en One North Country Road, Smithtown, NY.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that applications for absentee ballots are available now at every library building within the Smithtown Special Library District during regular business hours. Such application must be received by the Clerk of the Election at least seven (7) days prior to the October 12, 2021 vote/election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter; or the last business day before the vote/election if the ballot is to be personally delivered to the voter. Qualified voters who wish to personally obtain an absentee ballot may do so at the Community Re l a t i o n s Department in the Nesconset Building, located at 148 Smithtown Boulevard, Nesconset, NY, on days the Library is open to the public between the hours of 9:30 AM and 5:00 PM (except Saturday, Sunday and holidays) commencing September 16, 2021. A list of all persons to whom absentee ballots have been issued will be posted in the Administration Office in the Nesconset Building on each of the five (5) days prior to the October 12, 2021 vote/ election between the hours of 9:30 AM and 5:00 PM, except Saturday, Sunday and holidays. No absentee ballot shall be canvassed unless it shall have been received by the Clerk of the Election not later than 5:00 PM on the day of the vote/election. By order of the Board of

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POR LA PRESENTE SE AV I S A a los votante calificados residentes de Distrito Especial de Biblioteca de Smithtown (Ciudad de Smithtown) que se llevará a cabo un Voto de Presupuesto de la Biblioteca y una Elección de Miembros de la Junta en los lugares de votación designados a continuación el martes 12 de octubre de 2021 a las 9:30 a. m., hora local, para votar sobre las siguientes propuestas: 1. Adoptar el Presupuesto Anual de Distrito Especial de Biblioteca de Smithtown para el año calendario que comienza el 10 de enero de 2022 y termina el 31 de diciembre de 2022 por un monto de $16,018,073.00 (que incluye los costos anuales de financiamiento del bono previamente aprobado por el electorado) con la porción requerida del mismo que será recaudada por medio de un impuesto sobre la propiedad gravable del Distrito de Bibliotecas. 2. Elegir a dos miembros de la Junta Directiva de Distrito Especial de Biblioteca de Smithtown para los períodos que comienzan el 10 de enero de 2022 y finalizan el 31 de diciembre de 2024, y elegir a un miembro por un período que comienza el 26 de octubre de 2021 y termina el 31 de diciembre de 2022 para llenar un puesto vacante. Y POR LA PRESENTE TAMBIÉN SE AVISA, que la votación en dicha Elección / Votación del Presupuesto se realizará únicamente mediante boletas de papel; Las urnas estarán abiertas entre las 9:30 a.m. y las

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2. Usuarios de Kings Park Branch Library que son votantes calificados que residen: dentro del código postal 11754 u 11768; y dentro del código postal 11787 que viven al NORTE de Route 25, Old Northport Road y Landing Road, al OESTE de Route 25A (St. Johnland Road) y al ESTE de Plymouth Boulevard votarán en Kings Park Branch, ubicada en One Church Street, Kings Park, NY. 3. Usuarios de Commack Branch Library que son votantes calificados que residen: dentro del código postal 11725; dentro del código postal 11788 que viven al SUR de Veterans Memorial Highway; y dentro del código postal 11787 que viven al OESTE de Blydenburgh County Park, Caleb Smith State Park y Plymouth Boulevard votarán en Commack Branch, ubicada en 3 Indian Head Road, Commack, NY. 4. Usuarios de Nesconset Branch Library que son votantes calificados que residen: dentro del código postal 11767; que viven al SUR de Route 25 desde el límite de SmithtownBrookhaven hasta Southern

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Attendees enjoy Party for the Park at Hoyt Farm in Commack Sept. 10, above. A child gets to sit in a fire truck. Photos from Hauppauge Recreation Development Association

New association aims to create more recreational opportunities in Hauppauge On Sept. 10, the Hauppauge Recreation Development Association hosted its first ever Party for the Park event at Hoyt Farm in Commack. Along with Smithtown and Islip leadership, HRDA is committed to developing new park areas and rejuvenating existing parks for Hauppauge residents and surrounding communities. The HRDA welcomed community members to support the Hauppauge parks initiative. Over 1,500 residents came together to enjoy music, food and each other while they learned about the new initiatives being developed by town officials and HRDA. By 6 p.m., Hoyt’s parking lot and overflow lot were at max capacity. “This event was tremendously successful in showcasing Hauppauge residents’ desire to gather and celebrate HRDA initiatives for a park and community center,” said Dave Wolmetz, HRDA Board Member. “Hauppauge residents are grateful for support by political, school district and business leaders serving the Hauppauge community. Together, we will solve the lack of accessibility to open space gathering spaces, especially designated youth and adult sports fields for Hauppauge.” The night was filled with fun and support from local small businesses in the community. Residents and guests enjoyed food from Duck Donuts, Main Street Meats and Catering, Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea and Whisky Axual food truck. The night rocked with music by Hauppauge’s own Rich Rowehl who donated his talent and time with his company RP Entertainment. Performances by budding rock stars from Musicology and Rock and Roll U were also a highlight along with the Hauppauge Youth Organization cheerleaders. The event was

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Ward Melville boys volleyball win season opener after five sets against East BY BILL LANDON DESK@TBRNEWSMEDIA.COM On Sept. 9, Smithtown East led 20-11 in the first set and let Ward Melville right back in it when the Patriots rallied to win 25-21. The Bulls answered in the second set squeezing out a two-point win to tie the match at one all. The Patriots countered in the third set edging the Bulls by four, but Smithtown East dominated the fourth set winning by 10 to force a game five. The Patriots picked their spots and took the deciding final set 15-11 to win the match 3-2 on the road. Jaron Popp, a junior, led the Patriots with 22 kills, and senior Timmy Chu notched 51 assists followed by Dylan Fagan who killed 14 and had 18 digs in the contest. Both teams returned to the court Sept. 14 where the Patriots hosted West Hampton where they lost, 3-2. The Bulls hit the road to take on Comsewogue, and Smithtown won, 3-0. Pictured clockwise from upper left, Smithtown East’s Jayden Peykar battles at net for the Bulls; outside hitter James Ackerman digs one out for the Bulls; Smithtown East

setter Joseph Kanner sets up the play; Tyler Murray from the service line; and Smithtown East’s Owen Devaney with a spike at net. — Photos by Bill Landon

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St. James community commemorates 20th anniversary of 9/11

St. James residents joined firefighters, EMT volunteers, veterans, Scouts and local legislators to remember the lives lost 20 years ago on September 11. The event took place at the St. James Fire Department firehouse located at the corner of Woodlawn and Jefferson avenues in the hamlet. The late morning event on Saturday included speeches and the ringing of the bell to remember those who were killed in the country by the terrorist attacks.

Smithtown Councilwoman Lynne Nowick represented the town board at the event. She said it was important to remember the day, especially to teach the children who weren’t born yet. “I believe it’s critically important that we teach them,” Nowick said. “We teach them what we went through, what the United States of America went through and what families went through.” — Photos by Rita J. Egan

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Boulevard; al ESTE del Southern Blvd. desde Route 25 a Route 347, Nesconset Highway; al SUR de Route 347, Nesconset Highway desde Southern Boulevard hasta Smithtown Greenbelt Town Park; al ESTE de Smithtown Greenbelt Town Park desde Route 347 Nesconset Highway hasta el límite de Smithtown-Islip (los propietarios que residen en las zonas que reciben los servicios de Sachem School y Library Districts NO PUEDEN votar en esta elección) votarán Nesconset Branch, ubicada en 148 Smithtown Boulevard, Nesconset, NY. Y POR LA PRESENTE TAMBIÉN SE AVISA, que cada votante calificado de la Ciudad de Smithtown que reside dentro de Distrito Especial de Biblioteca de Smithtown y que de otra manera está calificado para votar en una Elección General de la Ciudad estará calificado para votar en el Voto de Presupuesto y la

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To Place A Legal Notice Email: legals@tbrnewsmedia.com elección de Miembros de la Junta Directiva del 12 de octubre de 2021. Y POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL, que las solicitudes para boletas de voto ausente están disponibles ahora en todos los edificios de la biblioteca dentro del Distrito de Bibliotecas Especiales de Smithtown durante el horario comercial habitual. El Secretario de la Elección debe recibir dicha solicitud al menos siete (7) días antes de la votación/elección del 12 de octubre de 2021 si la boleta debe enviarse por correo al votante; o el último día hábil antes de la votación / elección si el votante va a recoger personalmente la boleta. Los votantes calificados que deseen recoger personalmente una boleta de voto ausente pueden hacerlo en el Departamento de Relaciones Comunitarias en el Edificio Nesconset, ubicado en 148 Smithtown Boulevard, Nesconset, NY, los días que la Biblioteca está abierta al público entre las 9:30 horas. A. M. Y 5:00

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Editorial

Holly Signoretti picks out a book at the Book Revue in Huntington village. Photo by Kimberly Brown

Ode to Book Revue

People are continuously told that change is inevitable but sometimes those changes can hit a human right in the heart, especially if it involves a goodbye. Many residents along the North Shore of Suffolk County and surrounding areas were saddened to hear of the closing of Book Revue in Huntington Sept. 10. After more than 40 years of being the go-to place for book lovers, like many other businesses, the owner struggled during the COVID-19 pandemic. The store had to shut down for three months during the pandemic, and once the owner reopened the doors, the Book Revue struggled to get back on its feet. Despite talking with the building landlord to come to a compromise, in the end the back rent was impossible to pay back, and it was initially announced last month that the store would close Sept. 30. With inventory starting to thin out, the store was closed Sept. 9 for employees to organize the shelves, and on Sept. 10 people were invited to come in and take books for free. By the afternoon, the store was cleaned out and Book Revue doors were closed for business permanently. Its owner Richard Klein posted on Facebook that while the store was now closed to the public, he would be in touch soon. Customers hope so. Not only was Book Revue the place to go to pick up some literature, but it was also a social center. Many residents remember going to the store as a child or a parent to enjoy Toddler Time with stories, live music and dancing. There were groups to discuss favorite reads, and celebrity book signings with authors such as Alan Alda, Hillary Clinton, Whoopi Goldberg, Clinton Kelly and more. The store also offered a diverse selection of books with extensive arts and music sections as well as a section dedicated to local subjects written by Long Island authors. More than a place to shop or socialize, the Book Revue also drew people to Huntington village. When people come to shop at an iconic store, they usually will stay a while in the area and stop by other shops or get a bite to eat. The closing of such a business could lead to a domino effect in the village. Our communities need more independent book stores like this former Huntington staple, ones that flourish and elevate the quality of life in a village. It’s a shame that the landlord and Klein couldn’t come to an agreement. However, the community will be forever grateful to Richard and his brother Bob, who retired from the business earlier last year, for their service to the community and providing years of happiness to Long Islanders. Here’s hoping that another vibrant business that hosts events will come into the building to keep one of our bustling villages alive with the excitement Book Revue once did.

Letters to the Editor Families teaching virtues via real life lessons

The family unit has very successfully, for many generations, taken the lead teaching their children the importance of living a virtuous life. Moms, dads, grandparents, aunts and uncles have taught the importance of eliminating unfair policies and biased practices based on race, gender, religion, ability or sexuality. Those critical “golden rule” lessons have come courtesy of real-life examples, in both words and deeds, from our family elders. They talked the talk and walked the walk. The results over the last 60 years have been remarkable. We’ve gone from a segregated Washington, D.C., in the 1950s, to Martin Luther King Jr.’s 1963 “I Have a Dream” speech, to historic civil rights legislation. Some 50 years after our capital city was stained by segregation, former President Barack Obama [D] was serving the first of two terms in the White House. It’s hard to imagine that kind of dramatic, positive change could have taken place without many millions of families, over multiple generations, actively promoting a sense of “do unto others as you would have them do unto you” fairness. We’ve had some of the same parental concerns regarding Three Village Central School District students essentially being unprepared to enter a multiracial world. So, I’d like to offer some suggestions that have proven very successful and, more importantly, can make material differences in the lives of minority kids. Have students of all ages sort through books that might be enjoyable reading for minority youngsters in other districts. Collect and donate them. Ask for volunteers to do tutoring. Groups focusing on reading and writing could be formed. The benchmark I used when teaching at risk, individualized education programs (IEP) kids was they

reach a functional literacy level. That basically allowed them to read interesting articles, which encouraged them to read more. Students sharp in math and science could work with out-of-district children lagging in those areas. Whether it’s reading, writing or STEM subjects I would stress not to treat pupils as victims. Barring developmental or neurological issues, hold high expectations for all. Moms and dads can set the ultimate example by registering to become foster parents. Suffolk County is starving for good homes to place boys and girls of all ages. The process, with paperwork, screening and home visits, may take up to eight months, but can be extremely rewarding. In all likelihood you’d not only be giving that child an education upgrade but introducing your kin to a whole new universe. If you’re truly looking to prepare TVSCD children for a different kind of world after graduation, give them a preview by introducing them to real life experiences in that world. They’ll also be improving the lives of those they’ve touched. It’s a win-win situation. Jim Soviero East Setauket

Happy 111th anniversary to the East River Tunnels

On Sept. 8, 1910, there was a celebration for the first day of direct Long Island Rail Road service to Penn Station. This was a great day for transportation history. Prior to this, LIRR riders had to transfer to ferries from Long Island City to access Manhattan. The date represents the 111th anniversary of direct LIRR service from Queens, Nassau or Suffolk County to Manhattan. Fast forward to 2021. Ongoing cancellation and combining of trains due to signal and other problems in the East River Tunnels, along with other locations on all nine branches of the LIRR system

will continue for years to come. Amtrak will not initiate decades overdue major repairs of the East River Tunnels until 2025 — two years after East Side Access to Grand Central Terminal begins. They will be 117 years old. This work on all four tunnels, including two that suffered significant damages from Hurricane Sandy in 2012, may not be completed until 2029. Amtrak has previously gone on record that these two tunnels will require a minimum of one year each for completion. It will require one of two tunnels damaged by Sandy being out of service at a time for one year to support this work. The other two tunnels will need similar work. With only three of four tunnels available, there will be a reduction in Penn Station access and capacity. To preserve existing service, many LIRR rush hour trains will be canceled or combined. Until this work is over, it will be impossible to guarantee safe and reliable on time service to Penn Station for LIRR commuters. Reduced East River Tunnels capacity may also make it very difficult to add new services previously promised by former Gov. Andrew Cuomo [D]. This includes East Bronx Metro-North New Haven line access to Penn Station, increased Port Washington branch service to support the LaGuardia AirTrain via MetsWillets Point Station, new Elmont Station service to support the Islanders Belmont Park arena and 50% overall increase in reverse peak service after opening of East Side Access to Grand Central Terminal. Both Amtrak and NJ Transit need access to the Queens Sunnyside Yard via the East River Tunnels to support their own respective planned service increases. Going from four to three available tunnels results in a significant capacity reduction. This translates to no increase in existing or new services until work on all four East River Tunnels is completed by 2029. Larry Penner Great Neck

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Opinion On second thought, I will take that senior discount

oe, the gentleman at the supermarket register, asked me the routine questions. “Did you find everything okay?” “Do you have a rewards number?” I nodded and typed in my cell phone number. At the end of the order, I carefully watched the total, waiting for the moment he asked me whether I wanted to donate a dollar or round up my total. Instead, it looked D. None like the cost declined, even after applying all of the above the discounts. In order BY DANIEL DUNAIEF to be sure, I had to remove my glasses, which allow me to see at a distance, but not to read. Yes, the total decreased by 5%. Just as I was about to thank him, I went slack jawed

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align with what other people see, or even what I notice in the mirror. Somewhere along the lines, my brain imagined that the younger, fresher, more energetic version of me continued to type on my computer, yell at the TV when the Yankees lost, and maneuver through my life. My body, and the unwelcome hair that seems to wave from my ears, has offered reminders about the passage of time. Recently, my son, who is still waiting for his freshman year to start in earnest after New Orleans recovers from Hurricane Ida, asked me if I wanted to have a catch. Excited for some father-son bonding that doesn’t involve electronics, I readily agreed. Besides, it’s been a few years since he asked. I am no longer his coach and he has numerous athletic friends and former teammates who can launch balls across a field. The first few throws felt comfortable, as my fingers reached for the familiar seams and tossed the ball back at his chest. “Okay, move back,” he instructed.

A few throws later, he asked me to move back again. “Wait, what?” my arm begged, to a brain that tried to hit the mute button on muscles, tendons, bones and rotator cuffs begging me to stop engaging in such unaccustomed activity. Pretty soon, he was throwing lasers from the next county and I was trying to figure out if I could strap the ball to a nearby bird to return it to him. Instead, I ran 20 steps, rotated my hips and snapped my shoulders in an effort to minimize the strain on my arm. “Good idea,” he yelled. “You should soft toss it back to me.” Soft toss? That was one of my hardest throws! Two days later, we repeated the same routine. The second time, my arm instantly hurt. I might imagine that I’m 25 or even 35, just as I might imagine I can fly. I can enjoy some consolation: the senior discount saved me enough money to buy an ice pack for my throbbing shoulder.

Some advice on how to live a saucy life

ere are some ways to spice up our lives. I’ve done this all my adult cooking life, and I recommend the concept. I have added store-bought sauces to otherwise bland foods, like eggs, chicken and some fish. Please read on as I explain. How did I happen upon this technique, you might wonder? It was a solution born of desperation over 50 years ago. I was to be married in two weeks, and my roommate at the time asked me what I was going to cook for my new husband the first night. Cook? I only knew how to boil water. It hadn’t occurred to me, although tradition Between at the time had it, that you and me I was to be the cook in BY LEAH S. DUNAIEF this pairing. When I panicked, she calmed me down by asking what my fiancé’s

favorite meal was. “Breaded veal cutlet,” I remembered, and for the next 10 days, at dinner, she tutored me on the fine art of making that, along with a salad of greens with store-bought dressing, and spaghetti with some bottled red sauce. I then sailed into marriage prepared and duly impressed my groom with my culinary skills. Soon enough, we came to the menu for the second night. Again panic. I had to sit down and figure this one out. I was working and didn’t have time to digest the thick book, “Joy of Cooking,” that some kind soul had given us as a wedding present — at least not yet. Prepared foods for takeout were not invented. There were Swanson frozen dinners, but that suggested I was really inadequate. What to do? I thought about how I had made that first meal. I used bottled dressing to flavor the salad and also bottled sauce for the spaghetti. I wondered what other sauces might be available on the supermarket shelves. That’s when I found duck sauce. Reading the label, I saw their suggested uses; one was with chicken. Inspired, I rushed to buy a whole chicken that I brought

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back to our new apartment, poured all the duck sauce over it, and popped it into the oven at 375 degrees as instructed by the amused man behind the supermarket meat counter. I kept checking it, and when it looked like it was done, I served it, along with more salad. “Wow!” my new husband exclaimed. “I didn’t know you could cook!” I was launched. I will confess to having learned a few more things about cooking since then, including how to read a recipe, but my affection for bottled sauces continues to this day. To further my repertoire, I have gleaned the following information from a consumer publication called, “Bottom Line,” that has proven its value sufficiently to earn my ongoing subscription dollars. The article, written by Jay Weinstein, a member of the Institute of Culinary Education, is headlined, “Make Mundane Meals Instantly Exotic, with these international bottled sauces,” offers nine suggestions, and pretty much all of them appeal to me. First, there are some Asian possibilities: banana sauce, “the ketchup of the Philippines, … usually sweet, with subtle tropical flavors,” good on any foods from omelets to whatever

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comes off the grill. Anther is gochujang, a dark red paste made of red chili peppers, rice powder and fermented soy beans — tangy, spicy, salty & slightly fruity — good added to eggs, noodles, dumplings or ham. Then there is kecap manis, “an excellent marinade or glaze for meat, seafood or vegetables.” Oyster sauce will add “an unmistakable Asian flavor” and will transform hamburger. Ponzu is tangy and bright and offers “a lively citrus note” to dishes. Thai peanut sauce is a particular favorite of mine. It is a good marinade, and I happen to like it on noodles. Then there are what the author classifies as European Sauces: aioli, “a Mediterranean mayonnaise with garlic … drizzled over vegetables or seafood”; ajvar (pronounced “ayevar”) of “roasted sweet red peppers, eggplant and … tomato.” Use atop baked potato, meatloaf and pasta or for potato salad; and Maggi seasoning, for noodles or roast chicken “or mix a little into soup.” There are lots more, but I think I should stop. While I probably have incurred the wrath of gourmet cooks, who make everything from scratch, perhaps I have helped some new brides … or grooms.

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