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Glenwood Management also at core of Silver corruption charges B y J ames G alloway At the heart of the federal cases against two of New York’s most powerful legislators — state Sen. Dean Skelos and former state Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver — lies a large real estate company based in New Hyde Park. Glenwood Management Corporation, located at 1200 Union Turnpike and one of the state’s biggest and most influential developers, plays a prominent role in the complaints against both Silver and Skelos, literally as developer #1. Glenwood is referenced in the Skelos case as “Developer-1,” and Leonard Litwin, the company’s 100-year-old billionaire founder, is “Developer-1” in the complaint against Silver, reports say. Prosecutors of the Silver case say the ex-Speaker steered Glenwood executives to a law firm run by a political ally who paid Silver hundreds of thousands of dollars in referral fees, according to the

criminal complaint against him. And Glenwood’s influential senior vice president, Charles Dorego, is one of two witnesses cooperating with prosecutors in the Skelos case. “If Dorego is involved, then you can bet more trees are going to fall,” an unnamed lobbyist told Capital New York. Efforts to reach Glenwood Management Corporation officials were unavailing. Prosecutors say Skelos, the Senate Majority Leader, “obtained over $200,000 in payments to his son, Adam Skelos, through persistent and repeated pressure applied” to Dorego and Glenwood. The company relied on the Legislature for tax abatements and other legislation, such as rent regulation, essential to its real estate business. The senator’s pressure, prosecutors say, led Dorego to secure a $20,000 check to Adam Skelos from a title insurance company Continued on Page 51

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The New Hyde Park Knights 10th Annual Special Olympics Basketball Tournament was held at the New Hyde Park Memorial High School Saturday, April 18. See photos on Page 40.

Teacher evaluation deadline puts school aid in question B y J ames G alloway North Shore school districts could lose a combined $4.1 million in state aid if they fail to meet a Nov. 15 deadline for the state to approve their

revised teacher evaluation plans — a deadline most school officials call unrealistic. The State Education Departments continues to develop the evaluation criteria laid out by lawmakers in the state budget that school districts must

follow but is unlikely to finalize the criteria until mid to late June. School district officials said after receiving the evaluation criteria they will have to develop a teacher evaluation Continued on Page 50

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NHP-GCP okays $36.8M proposal

If passed, budget would maintain programming, increase spending by 2 percent B y J ames G alloway The New Hyde Park-Garden City Park school district has approved a $36.8 million budget proposal that includes a small increase to the tax levy and investments to replace aging technology. The budget, a 1.99 percent increase over the current fiscal year, maintains the district’s current offerings, adding new technology to replace the old. The tax levy for the district would increase the tax levy by 1.1 percent, about $325,000, to $29.9 million. The proposed tax rate of 3.42 would lead to an average tax bill of $3,166.18, according to a budget presentation published on the district’s website. New Hyde Park-Garden City Park will hold a budget hearing on May 11 at Manor Oaks School. A budgeted $603,882 increase in state aid for the next fiscal year allowed the district to avoid compromises it was forced to consider while aid projections were withheld as a bargaining chip during state budget negotiations. The district will add 10 electronic SMART Boards, replace 350 computers, 14 printers and projectors. The budget also funds the purchase of new English Language Arts textbooks that comply with the Common Core standards, a planned transition that school officials worried the district would need to delay without the increase in state aid.

New Hyde Park-Garden City Park Superintendent of Schools Robert Katulak At the time, Superintendent of Schools Robert Katulak spoke about the importance of the textbooks calling them a “roadmap” and a “guide” for teachers. Total textbook spending for 2015-16 is budgeted at $345,000. New Hyde Park-Garden City Park

lags behind most neighboring districts in spending per pupil at about $23,000. Many districts, including Great Neck, East Williston and Mineola, spend about $10,000 more per student. Spending per pupil at Sewanhaka, New Hyde Park-Garden City Park’s partner

high school district, is even lower, at about $22,000 per student. “The biggest concern is the tax cap legislation — the tax cap is widening the gap between those districts,” Sewanhaka Superintendent Ralph Ferrie said. “We’re one of the lowest spending per student” in Nassau County, he added, including Sewanhaka’s feeder districts. Employee salaries and benefits comprise $29.1 million, nearly 80 percent, of the entire budget, typical for school districts. Atypical, however, was New Hyde Park-Garden City Park’s ability to navigate the financial downturn while avoiding layoffs. Salary costs for the next fiscal year would increase by 2.67 percent, which is just shy of $500,000. But benefit costs decrease by $313,000 due to a reduction in employer pension contributions stemming from the economic resurgence. If the budget referendum were to fail to secure a 50 percent vote, the district would need to cut $265,000 from its proposal, likely preventing the schools from planned equipment purchases in capital projects, the budget presentation said. The presentation includes a side-byside comparison of the average tax bill under the proposed and contingency budget, stressing the difference is only about $28 annually, or: $2.34 per month, $0.54 per week and $0.08 per day.

North Hills incumbents to run for re-election B y J ames G alloway Village of North Hills Mayor Marvin Natiss said Tuesday he plans to run for re-election next month along with trustees Dennis Sgambati and Gail Cohen and Village Justice Sigmund Semon. The four, he said, plan to run a joint re-election campaign as members of the Homeowners party. Natiss has served as mayor since 2003, and prior to that he was village justice. He said he hopes to oversee the completion of the large

construction projects in the village, including the Ritz-Carlton Residences and the proposed 46home development on the former grounds of the St. Ignatius Retreat House off Searingtown Road. “Those are major projects that we want to see to completion and it might take another two or three years,” Natiss said. Natiss, an attorney, touted North Hills’ tax rate, which he called the lowest of 64 villages in Nassau County, and the establishment of a shuttle service from Village Hall to the Manhasset train station as among his

largest accomplishments so far in office. “We’ve kept the village taxes low. We’ve stayed on budget; no elected officials have seen any increases, no appointed officials have seen any increases,” he said. “We try to run a tight ship, and that’s how the village tax stays low.” He said the village would look to maintain the shuttle service, which has departures between 6:35 a.m. to 9 a.m. to the train station and return trips between 4:55 p.m. and 8 p.m. each weekday. The deadline for candidates

From left: Trustee Phyllis Lentini, Deputy Mayor Dennis Sgambati, Mayor Marvin Natiss, Trustee Gail Cohen & Trustee Elliott Arnold. to submit petitions for a spot election will be held Tuesday, on the ballot is May 12, and the June 16.

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Feinstein runs for office and fun

Herricks ed board member, uncontested in re-election bid, coaches Girls on the Run B y J ames G alloway

In the midst of an uncontested run for re-election to the Herricks Board of Education, Nancy Feinstein has her eyes set on a different run: a 5K for elementary girls at Center Street School. Feinstein, the coach of the school’s Girls on the Run team, spends two evenings each week building up her 18-student team’s stamina for the big day on May 31 — and building up their confidence while she’s at it. Along with games to get the teams moving, Girls on the Run, a national nonprofit, features a life or social lesson each week, Feinstein said. This week, it’s how to pick your friends. “We’re trying to get them to build confidence in the choices they make,” she said. “Sometimes they’re not the most social girls in their grade…It’s interesting how they open up to you, what they share with you. I feel really fortunate that I’m able to do this.” Rather than pushing competition, the program emphasizes teamwork, she said. Girls who finish first clap their teammates in to the finish line, and if a teammate is still running after the rest are done, sometimes the girls will join her for an extra lap. “The point of the program — it’s physical-activity based, and it’s not a com-

petitive running program — it’s really to enhance girls’ social and physical competencies so they can feel confident in who they are and develop their personalities,” Feinstein said. An avid runner herself, Feinstein completed a half marathon in the fall to raise money for Girls on the Run, which she finds particularly special. “It’s really one of the best programs that I’ve seen,” she said. “I was a Girl Scout leader; I was a Boy Scout leader, but this is different.” Feinstein is in her third year coaching the team, which includes girls in grades three, four and five. “This is the first year I’m seeing a grade graduate,” she said. “I’ve had some girls all three years. You really get to see them grow, mature.” Calling herself something of a “professional volunteer,” Feinstein said she the program is as important to her as it is to the girls. “A child sharing their day with you — it seems so small, but in today’s society everyone is moving so quickly,” she said. “They’re not texting; they’re not doing any of that stuff. They’re just really with me for 90 minutes, and that goes for me, too. For those 90 minutes, I’m not on my phone.” Feinstein, who has two children at the high school and a son at Binghamton University, joined the Board of Education

Herricks Board of Education Trustee Nancy Feinstein talks to her Girls on the Run students. three years ago after winning an uncontested race. “I feel like we’re on a roll as a board. We’re really a cohesive unit and I like that feeling — I feel like we are able to make positive change together,” she said. “I think it would have been selfish of me to not continue and to disrupt that at this point. I really like working with those four

people.” As a board, Feinstein said, the trustees persevered through budget cuts and ballooning benefits expenses during the economic downturn and are now able to rebuild during better financial times. “We went through some pretty tough times with the budget cuts. We managed to preserve the programs we have here during the roughest times…We didn’t have those reserves other schools had,” she said. “This year was a great year. I feel that this year we were able to lower class sizes and restore the positions that were lost and the sports teams.” Going into her next term, Feinstein said, she would like to see a smooth transition with the incoming superintendent and find a “great” principal for the high school. Superintendent John Biewirth and principal Jane Modoono retire at the end of the year. “I’m going to miss [Bierwirth] on so many levels,” Feinstein said. “He’s just so full of information and insight.” Garden City Assistant Superintendent Fino Celano is slated to succeed Bierwirth, and with a number of superintendents retiring at the end of the year, Feinstein said, she appreciated the advance notice Bierwirth provided, allowing Herricks to get a head start in its search for his replacement.

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Before he even joined the Herricks Board of Education three years ago, Brian Hassan had already made his mark in the district. Hassan, a PSEG employee with a degree in electrical engineering, played an instrumental role in Herricks transition in about 2009 to dual fuel technology, allowing the schools to use either oil or natural gas, whichever is cheaper at the time, director of facilities James Brown said. The transition saves the district between $100,000 and $125,000 per year, according to Brown, and benefits the environment by reducing emissions. “When oil was skyrocketing it was saving us quite a lot of money,” Brown said. “It really helped the school district tremendously, and it was through his intercession on our behalf that that really happened.” Hassan, who is running unopposed for re-election on May 19, said he looks to use his background in facilities to benefit the board. “I understand the pressures on an operations manager to run a facility to keep it up to date to keep it functioning so it can open every day,” he said. “That’s what I’m good at.” Going into his next term, Hassan said, he would like to build on what he has learned his first three years in office. “It takes three years to just learn how a school board operates, what your functions are,” he said. “The next three years I can focus on making a difference and make improvements on some of the things I learned in the past three years.”

Hassan, who has daughters in eighth and 12th grades, said the current board is diverse, making it effective at representing a diverse district. “I think the board is a very good representation of the community: I think there’s people with young kids in school, people with older kids in school on the board and people with no kids in school,” he said. He added that the current board members also work well together. “We talk to each other constantly, probably at least once per day,” he said. “We’re not afraid to disagree on certain topics and at least have a strong discussion. We’re not afraid to challenge each other.” Active with the district’s athletic boosters, Hassan said his hobbies are golf — he has a handicap in the teens — and coaching. He used to coach his children’s soccer, softball and baseball teams. Hassan said his initial decision to run for school board stemmed from a desire to help his community and a belief that being involved is the key to informed decisions. “I like being involved,” Hassan said. “My attitude toward a lot of things is you don’t really have a right to question or voice dissatisfaction with something unless you’re willing to get involved. You got to get involved to make a change, to get educated.” Brown added that Hassan has been an asset to the board, both before and after he joined. “He’s always been aware of what the facilities’ needs are, and he’s contributed just his insight and his knowledge and has helped bring that part to the board,” Brown said. “Being able to recognize what’s necessary and needed is a tremendous help.”

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John Bolton, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations under the Bush Administration, on Sunday repeated his recent call for the use military force to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons during a talk at the Great Neck Synagogue in Great Neck. Bolton said negotiations currently taking place between Iran and six countries lead by the United States would not succeed and the outcome that was “far and away the most” likely was that Iran would obtain nuclear weapons. “This does not simply put Israel at risk,” he said. “Iran can give these weapons to terror groups all over the world which endangers Israel, the United States and the entire world.” Bolton said that the threat is larger than just Iran, as they share common goals with North Korea and could provide terror groups, such as ISIS, with the nuclear weapons. This threat, he said, required

Ex U.S. Ambassador to United Nations speaking on Sunday in Great Neck that the United States, Israel or both to use force to stop Iran — comments that drew applause from the several hundred people in attendance at the 26 Old Mill Road synagogue. Bolton was invited to speak by the Long Island and Queens Chapter of the Zionist Organization of America and the Great Neck Synagogue’s Men’s Club. Bolton dismissed statements

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Man in alleged murder plot sees new charge BY B I LL S A N A N TON I O One of the men arrested last month as part of an alleged plot by a former Great Neck cardiologist to murder a rival specialist now faces an additional charge for his role in attempting to burn down the medical office where the two doctors once practiced. James Kalamaras, 41, was arraigned Thursday on a felony charge of second-degree criminal mischief, which now accompanies felony counts of arson and burglary, county prosecutors said. Nassau County Court Judge Philip Grella set Kalamaras’ bail at $500,000 bond

or $350,000 in cash. He faces a maximum life sentence in prison. “Thankfully no one was hurt as a result of the fire that this defendant is charged with setting as part of a plot started by one cardiologist against another,” Acting Nassau County District Attorney Madeline Singas said in a statement. “Mr. Kalamaras is alleged to have taken money to damage and destroy property, but thanks to the efforts of our joint investigation, this crime did not pay.” Kalamaras and James Chmela, 43, have been accused of trying to burn down Heart Diagnostic Imaging in Great Neck in February on behalf of Anthony Moschetto, of

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Sands Point, who once worked at the practice and had allegedly become a rival of Dr. Martin Handler, who Moschetto tried to have killed. Moschetto faces up to 25 years in prison if convicted on the top charge of second degree conspiracy. He has also been charged with felony counts of criminal sale of a controlled substance, arson, burglary, criminal possession of a weapon, criminal sale of a firearm and criminal solicitation. The three men were arrested in mid April. Following Moschetto’s arrest, investigators discovered a weapons cache of more than 100 illegal guns and various knives, swords, axes and a hand grenade in a secret room in his home that was controlled by a switch-activated bookshelf, prosecutors said. County prosecutors said they had been investigating a high frequency of Oxycodone prescriptions Moschetto had been writing when they discovered a link between the cardiologist and an unsolved arson plot in Great Neck in February. As the deals progressed, prosecutors said, officers began purchasing weapons, and during a sale on Jan. 22, the seller requested dynamite needed to blow up a building. Weeks later, the seller said the dynamite was no longer needed because fire was set to the building instead. Assistant Nassau County District Attorney Anne Donnelly has said that the arson, thought to have occurred on or around Feb. 22, was extinguished quickly and with little to no damage to the building because it was

James Kalamaras set beneath the building’s sprinkler system. There were no people in the building at the time of the fire. Donnelly said Kalamaras set the fire, while Chmela served as the getaway driver. Chmela, of Selden, faces up to 15 years if convicted of the top charge of felony second-degree criminal possession of a weapon. He has also been charged with felony counts of arson, burglary and criminal sale of a firearm. According to a WebMD profile, Moschetto graduated from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine of New York Institute of Technology in 1987. He was affiliated with St. Francis Hospital and Heart Center in Roslyn. Handler is also affiliated with St. Francis Hospital.

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Geller takes her Library should reinstate hate to Texas Levels director Mann Long Island’s queen of hatred has found a home in Texas. Last weekend Pam Geller’s obsession with mocking the Islamic faith ended in two extremists being killed and a Garland police officer being wounded. The bloodshed took place outside of the Curtis Culwell Center where the Long island native sponsored the Muhammad Art Exhibit and Cartoon Contest in which people were invited to send in cartoons mocking the prophet Muhammad. The winning cartoonist won $10,000. Just two years ago we took on Geller in this space and local synagogues, including a men’s club at Chabad of Great Neck, which allowed Geller to promote her hatred of Islam in their temples. At the time she said, “I don’t spread hate, I expose hate.” She added, “I’m not anti-Muslim.” She was liar then and she’s a liar now. Her American Freedom Defense Initiative, the sponsor of the contest, exists for the sole purpose of spreading the hatred of Islam. Geller likes to fancy herself as a defender of free speech. We and other critics don’t question her right to free speech, including her right to mock the deeply held religious belief of millions of people. Had Hitler written Mein Kampf in America, it too would have been protected by the First Amendment. Like Geller, Hitler was driven by hatred and intolerance. He hated Jews. Geller hates Muslims. It’s interesting to note that the Dallas area, which includes Garland, was once held in the grip of the Ku Klux Klan. Sadly, there is a lot of money to be made by preaching hatred. The American Freedom Defense Initiative reportedly took in $960,000 in 2013, according to tax filings. Records show that Geller reported that she made $192,500 in 2013. Since last weekend’s shootings, she has been on a number of TV shows, no doubt winning more financial support. We don’t for a second defend the two men in body armor who opened fire on a Texas traffic cop outside the Garland auditorium. Fortunately they were shot to death before they could commit mass murder. Sadly one police officer was shot in the leg. The truth is that Geller put the lives of hundreds of people in danger, including the officers who saved her life. She knew that the cartoons were deeply offensive to Muslims who see any drawing of Muhammad as sacrilege. She doesn’t care. She is getting publicity from the blood that was shed. Geller is a bigot who mocks not only the faith of all Muslims, including those opposed to violence, but she also twists and denigrates freedom of speech. It is shameful that she was once welcomed in some local synagogues. We hope she never comes back and we hope that she has a change of heart before something more tragic happens.

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undreds of Great Neck residents and Levels supporters are calling for the timely reinstatement of Ethan Mann as director of Levels. A petition, started just a few days ago on change.org, has now been signed by over 950 people. Given rising public concern, it is likely the number of signatories will increase. Concerned citizens are disheartened and mystified by the apparent termination of Ethan Mann’s employment after seventeen years of honorable service. We wonder what this unfortunate decision means for the safety of our teens and the desirability of our town as a place to raise children. It is appalling that the Great Neck Library Board would consider disposing of Ethan Mann’s services during this delicate time of transition for our library system. It is upsetting that our elected representatives would jeopardize the future of Levels – a superb arts and education program

many of our most creative and vulnerable teenagers depend on. Why on earth has the Great Neck Library board chosen to actively undermine one of our most successful youth programs? Did the library board ever consider the demoralizing impact of this decision on the families of Great Neck? Taxpayer Reminder to Library Board: We did NOT elect you to fire Ethan Mann and destroy Levels. Many civically minded Great Neck residents feel a strong kinship with Levels. We appreciate the extra protection this unique teen program and mecca for the arts provides for children during the challenging middle and high school years. Young people need to have a safe, independent space and the opportunity to constructively affiliate with a caring community of peers. Such social institutions do not happen by accident or magic: they are developed and sustained by a professional who understands the complex maturational challenges at hand, designs innovative programming

accordingly, and is trusted by students. Indeed, Great Neck has been extraordinarily fortunate to have Ethan Mann at the Levels helm for almost two decades. The library board’s misguided decision should be rescinded so Mr. Mann can return to serving our teens as director of levels. Observers of public policy have noted that Great Neck has had considerable difficulty securing and retaining the services of a competent library system director. Let’s not make our professional reputation worse by further endangering Levels. The Great Neck Library Board should swiftly reinstate Ethan Mann. Thank you for your time and consideration of this letter. If you have any questions or concerns, I can be reached at (516) 487-1334 or via Mindywrite@aol.com Mindy Ohringer Great Neck Village

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Napolitano, Widman the choice for Mineola

s I am stepping down from the Board of Education after my three year term, I want to thank the community for its support of our schools. Without this support our budgets would fail and our programs would suffer. During my time on the board, there have been two constants. First is Christine Napolitano’s attention to every detail and frugal approach to every project and the second has been the watchful eye of Brian Widman at nearly every one of our meetings.

It is with this in mind I must endorse both of them in this year’s Board of Education election. As the sitting president of the board, I try to make decisions that are in the best interest of our school community. I cannot, in good conscience, endorse the other candidates. Between them they have endorsed the construction of tax exempt apartment buildings, which will have a devastating impact on the school budget and opting students out of statemandated assessments. These positions are counter to the

vast majority of this community. Over 90 percent of people who have spoken at the Mineola Village hearings on the new high-rise apartment proposal, have voiced their objections, yet Mr. Swensen spoke in favor of the plan. Over 80 percent of our students sat for and completed the mandated testing, yet Ms. Renner supports opting children out of these tests and at the same time, complains about the district’s test results. You can’t have it both ways! This community needs leadership, dedication and knowledge of what it

takes to be successful and fiscally sound. For the good of yhe Mineola School District, I wholeheartedly endorse Christine Napolitano and Brian Widman. There is no other logical choice. Artie Barnett, President Mineola Board of Education Note: The above opinion is my own and not necessarily that of the School District.

Napolitano, Widman will oppose cityfication

write to voice my support of Chris Napolitano and Brian Widman, candidates for the Mineola School Board. Chris has done a great job on our Board. She has helped to keep our tax levies below the 2.5 percent New York State tax cap (even before there was a state mandate). She and Brian are both concerned that the new apartment

construction (existing and proposed) could spell disaster for our district due to the possible influx of almost 300 students. I have no problem with more children in Mineola, but think their families need to be paying their fair share. One of her opponents has come out in favor of the “cityfication” of Mineola. He thinks this type of devel-

opment is what our community needs in order to stay relevant on Long Island. I disagree and cannot help but wonder what will happen to our school taxes if the Village Green is approved as it is likely to receive IDA approval for tax abatements. How will we stay below the State-imposed tax cap? This doesn’t only affect the Village of

Mineola; it affects all of the Mineola school district’s taxpayers. Chris has worked hard to keep our district one of top districts for music and art over and over. We have also received awards for our unique use of technology and have had visitors to our schools to see how we are integrating technology. Brian shares her vision for our District.

Please vote on May 19, 2015. And please vote for Chris Napolitano and Brian Widman. They will both work for residents of our entire school district, not just those from one area. Patti Purdy Mineola

Renner, Swensen the right school for Mineola

am writing to endorse Joy Renner and Mark Swensen for the Mineola Board of Education. Both of these candidates have deep roots in our community and their depth and breadth of expertise in education and finance will bring a much needed perspective to the Board of Education. Joy is a mother of three boys that currently attend three different schools within our district.

As an educator and a parent, she understands all too well the challenges in today’s educational environment. She will tackle the issues facing our parents, students, and residents in an open and candid way. She has dedicated years of service to various community and school organizations. Joy always puts her heart and soul into everything she does. This will be no different. She will ask the tough questions,

she will do her research, and she will not put politics or personal gain ahead of what is right for all the stakeholders in our community. Mark is a graduate of Mineola High School and lifelong resident of the Mineola School District. He is a homeowner and is raising his young family in the heart of our community. He is also a business owner here. This provides him with a unique perspective to serve on

the Board of Education. He has a keen understanding of finances and as a father to a young and growing family he has a direct interest in the direction of our school district for years to come. He has served our community with distinction in various volunteer capacities with the Mineola Volunteer Fire Department and the Mineola Volunteer Ambulance Corps. I have no doubt that he will continue to serve us well on the

Mineola Board of Education. On Tuesday May 19th, 2015 elect two effective, responsible representatives that will put the concerns of the community first. Elect two representatives that have a vision for Mineola Schools. On May, Joy Renner and Mark Swenson. Susan Jex Albertson

Thanks for the High marks on Common memories, Larry Core, low marks on flying

was delighted to read the letter from Larry Penner. I was born and grew up in Brooklyn. I added P.S. 91 with classmates Beverly Sills (Belle Silverman) opera star and Mort Drucker cartoonist. My dad was a huge Dodgers fan and we lived close to Ebbets Field so we could walk or take the “trolley car,” then bus. I attended Erasmus Hall High School and there was an arrangement so that every Thanksgiving

Day the school football team played at Ebbets Field. I took my nursing experience at Jewish Hospital of Brooklyn and lived in Brooklyn for a short while after I was married so that occasionally we’d drive by what was the Field. Thank you for the memories Larry. Roberta Cogen Manhasset Hills

r. Charles Samek wrote an interesting letter about Common Core and somehow he was “blown off the runway” when he discussed aviation. In referencing a flight that crashed into the South China Sea he maintains that “A pilot has the duty and authority to override air traffic control if necessary.” In 1980 Mr. Samek “went to a pilots ground school.” Now I don’t know what kind of school that was but let’s set the record straight. If that pilot ignored the air traffic controller

and blindly moved to a different altitude there was every possibility that he would crash into the plane that was assigned to that altitude. There are rules for vehicular traffic — keep to the right There are navigation rules for boats And there sure as heck are rules for air traffic – listen to the air traffic controller. Alan Reff East Williston

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A loo k on the li g hter si d e

A perfect gift on Mother’s Day — at last When my children used to ask what I wanted for Mother’s Day, I never knew what to say. How can you tell them, especially when they’re little, and have no idea how exhausting they are, that what you’d really like best is a day off from being their mother? How can you tell them that? You can’t. Which is how you find yourself, one Mother’s Day, on the way to the local art museum, dressed in a blouse, skirt, and heels for the first time in years. My two boys, then six and three, shot out of the car as if from a cannon, running full-tilt across the lawn to the immaculately landscaped gardens. “Mommy, look, flowers!” the three-year-old called as he mowed down an entire bed of tulips. “I’m invisible!” cried the six-year-old, darting through the hedge and into the rose garden. “Come here and walk on the path!” I yell. “For you, Mommy.” The three-year old has returned, broken tulips crushed in a clammy hand. “Thank you, sweetie – but please leave the rest, for the oth-

er Mommies to enjoy.” Suddenly, I hear the other boy behind me. “Neat, a lake!” He’s balancing on the slippery edge of a lily pond. His brother joins him, of course. “Both of you, come back this instant!” SPLASH! Thank goodness, not a child, just his little bean-bag frog has fallen into the water. I roll up my pastel sleeve before plunging my arm, elbowdeep, into scummy water to retrieve the thing. Daddy carries it, dripping green water, back to the car. Poor planning: this leaves two children loose, with only one parent. They immediately run in opposite directions. One heads for the boxwood maze, which will take him some time to escape, so I follow the other, who has entered the woods. My heels sink into the forest floor as I scramble to catch him before he reaches a rocklined creek. I push through some brambles and snatch him in time. My husband has returned, with the inmate of the boxwood maze. “That’s enough of the great outdoors,” he announces.

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A Look on the Lighter Side “Time for art!” The first roomful of paintings is impressive.. “Wow, Mommy,” says the six-year-old, “look at the naked lady! Where are her clothes?” I whirl around. There, larger than life, is a woman without a stitch on. Wouldn’t you know, the theme is “Nudes Throughout History.” I’ll say one thing, these ladies appear to be as hard-hit by motherhood as I am. I want to scratch my arm, but I can’t because I must tow my children through the museum.

In every room, there seems to be a tractor beam pulling them, grubby-fingers-first, toward the largest canvas. Why aren’t these paintings behind glass, anyway? Or at least a little higher up? The guards watch us with beady eyes. “Mommy, this place is boring. Don’t they have any toys?” We head for the gift shop. Here’s where they really need guards. The room is packed with irresistible baubles: all reachable, all breakable, and nothing under twenty bucks. “Let’s go,” I say brightly, “there’s nothing here for us.” “But Mommy, I need that frog!” My oldest is adamant. Little brother will not be outdone. “Froggie too!” he hollers. Forty dollars, plus tax, and two clay frogs later, we escape back to the car. “Where are we going now?” the six-year old asks. “We’re going out to dinner!” Howls of protest: “Let’s go home! I don’t want dinner!” “But aren’t you hungry?” “I want HOME!”

I’m seriously distracted; what is up with this itching? I can’t even scratch my arm, it hurts so badly. Parked now at the restaurant, we attempt to unbuckle the children. They are in full tantrum, flailing wildly. Somebody’s fist lands on my arm, and I yelp in pain. A peek under the shirtsleeve reveals why: blisters are rising, spontaneously, from skin that is a raw, angry red. Something is very wrong. “New plan!” announces my husband. We leave the kids buckled and drive to the hospital, where my doctor has told me to meet him. It turns out I have a massive case of poison ivy, and they want to admit me overnight for intravenous steroids and observation. My husband and children get pizza at home, while I get a hospital bed. A dinner I didn’t have to cook; control of my own TV remote; and a full night’s sleep — just what the doctor ordered, and my prescription for a perfect Mother’s Day!

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Immigrants deserve our respect

The process was not easy. The Island e have all been told about the 3 “Rs” of education. But few was like a ghost town. Nearly all of its 27 acres had been have heard about the “Rs” that have been applied to immigra- abandoned years ago, and there was wreckage everywhere. To compound tion. This is an appropriate time to take matters, it was easier to call for a celebrathat journey and to consider the 4th “R” tory site than it was to appropriate funds for it. that should apply in both instances. How Ellis Island evolved is a fascinatBecause of the continuing distresses caused by Superstorm Sandy, Ellis Island ing story in itself (but not my focus now, was closed for more than a year and had except to recommend that when you visit to delay new exhibits that will open on you go to the marvelous 3rd floor exhibit; it shows the stages of development — May 20. Among other appropriate develop- how the original three-acre Island bements, the “Poor Peoples’ Monument” will came 27 acres, significantly with land fill brought from Manhattan as immigrants feature the 3 “Rs” of Immigration. In 1965 Lyndon Johnson declared El- were digging to construct subways). People sometimes think that Ellis lis Island a national historic site to commemorate 16 million people who were Island was the only entry point for improcessed there for entry into the U.S. migrants, but that was never the case, (many of my relatives were in those num- although at our peak, 90 percent of all those coming to the U.S. came through bers, and, I would guess, yours as well). Shortly after President Johnson’s of- New York Harbor. What a great vista to see one’s new ficial designation, I was privileged to be among a small group of historians who homeland by sailing into the majestic went to Ellis Island several times on a small New York harbor with its rising sky line. Both the dazzling Brooklyn Bridge boat (not like the huge tour vessels of toand the Statue of Liberty were situated day that carry hundreds of people). We were asked to make recommenda- before Ellis was opened in 1892. Even less known is the process of artions for preparing this landing place for so many poor people into a landmark where rival: all transoceanic ships proceeded diall Americans could come to appreciate the rectly to dock at Manhattan. Once there, higher status passengers nation’s distinctive immigration history.

were allowed to go directly into the city. The great majority of people, including my family, were packed on ferries and shipped across the harbor for Ellis Island processing. If you have relatives who had those experiences you can glean a vivid sense of what coming to a new land was like for them by making a leisurely visit to Ellis. I made it a practice to take my Hofstra first year students on a tour of Ellis Island at the start of every fall term (for nearly all of them, it was their first visit). Now, with its continuing excellence, Ellis Island has announced expanded programs that will open on May 20. Stephen Brigandi, president and CEO of the Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation has announced: “Our goal is to show how people got to this country, and what they did when they got here,” Much credit goes to Brigandi and his associates for including a focus on immigrants who have been arriving in our nation since the time of the closing of Ellis in 1954. The new exhibits also include attention to “illegal immigration.” Particularly noteworthy is the expanded consideration of American “Nativism” (the prejudice and discrimination towards newcomers). Ellis Island planners have always

been honest in showing that despite the many positives in the U.S., it was not easy for newcomers in any era to get beyond being regarded negatively as “the others” (often designated with far worse language). Still, our history classes fail to show the levels of “Nativism” in the past – and now — in terms of the bad “3 Rs” of our experiences. Hostilities to newly arrived immigrants often were based on one of the “3Rs” or on all of them combined: Race, Religion, Radicalism. We all have a stake in understanding past strivings for the 4th “R” and its continued relevance with today’s newcomers. The “R” for “Respect” goes to the core of America’s best values. Its ongoing engagement with the bad “Rs” will be a continued discussion next week. You might find lots of surprises learning how your own group experienced prejudice and discrimination, and how they sought to deal with that ugliness. Michael D’Innocenzo Professor of History and The Harry H. Wachtel Distinguished Teaching Professor for the Study of Nonviolent Social Change

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from the d es k of senator j ac k martins

A new direction for education in N.Y. It was the unflappable Winston Churchill, who said, “Democracy is the worst form of government, except for all those other forms that have been tried from time to time.” That’s been particularly true the last few weeks as I’ve read enough angry mail to last a lifetime, postulations on everything from my position in the hereafter to my IQ, even a few tasteless messages involving my children. The majority were from teachers angry with my vote on Gov. Cuomo’s education proposals in this year’s budget, so let me begin by saying, I get it. I understand why teachers and parents are angry and despite knee-jerk accusations, I am actually in solidarity with them. But I don’t presume to tell educators how to educate. Nor, by the same measure, can I expect people to understand the sometimes convoluted workings of state government. To that end, I’ve met with stakeholders and have been staying late at the office to call back parents and teachers who have left messages. I wanted to hear their concerns firsthand and to set the record straight on what actually passed, why, and where we go from here. It must first be clear that Gov. Cuomo directly linked his controversial education proposals to his state budget plan, specifically tying their passage to the distribution of state school aid. Upon our objecting he threatened an “extender budget” which meant he’d pass an “emergency” budget with those precise measures in place or shut down New York State gov-

ernment entirely if we did not reach some consensus by the April 1st budget deadline. That meant no funds for local governments, hospitals, nonprofits, mass transit, highways, etc. At the time, Capital New York wrote, “In effect, Cuomo is forcing the Legislature to choose between accepting his proposals and striking large portions of budget funding.” In essence we were being wedged between a rock and hard place, as shutting down government for 19 million New Yorkers would be chaos. The only real acceptable course was to negotiate and live to fight another day. So let’s first have the facts on those negotiations: The governor increased the share of teacher ratings based on state tests from 20 percent to 50 percent. Our budget rejected that. Rather than have politicians set evaluations, we gave the responsibility to the Board of Regents and the State Education Department, because we feel that education professionals should come up with education policy. Naysayers call it passing the buck. I call it sensibly protecting our kids by removing the politics — but more on that later. We also required a public comment period so that all stakeholders can voice their concerns. That public comment period is ongoing and comments can be emailed to eval2015@ nysed.gov. This was nonexistent in the governor’s proposal. Another misconception was that there’d be increased testing. In actuality our agreement

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requires SED to develop plans to reduce testing by June 1st. I repeat: our goal is reduced testing. The governor insisted teacher evaluations be performed by entities outside of their school districts. We negotiated for districts to choose other principals, personnel, or “peer teachers” right in their home districts. The governor increased probation for teacher tenure from three years to five years with a complete restart of the five year probation if a teacher fails to receive an “effective” or “highly effective” rating in any of those years. We delivered four years and eliminated the entire restart clause. The head of one of the state’s largest teachers union called this a victory, saying it will “immediately increase state aid to schools, provide that teachers are evaluated on more than a single student test score and ensure local oversight of struggling schools.” Despite all this, people are still troubled so let’s get down to brass tacks and discuss the overarching dilemma and what can be done about it. For six years now we New

Yorkers have watched our education system turn into a contentious, labor-disputed battleground marred by illogical curriculum and test changes that have left kids, parents, and teachers equally anxious. Rather than Common Core uniting us via our universal desire for better education, it’s torn us apart and the victims are our children — not teachers, parents or politicians. Our kids are absolutely bearing the brunt of what has become a political process so for their sake let’s admit we need to start over. Given the governor’s position on making his reforms part of the budget process, we had to first free the budget, in order to come out on the other side to handle this legislatively. So what am I suggesting? An amendment to the state’s constitution that prevents the executive branch from tacking on policy issues to budgets, forcing the people to choose between bad policy and shutting down government. Policy should be determined by debate, deliberation and hearings, not take it or leave it threats from an intransigent executive. Let’s hit the pause button. Let’s agree to a two year moratorium on using any high-stakes testing for either student or teacher evaluations. We must give the Board of Regents adequate time to develop a proper and fair evaluation process with input from all sides. Release school aid now. It was unfairly tied to teachers and districts reaching an evaluation agreement by Nov. 15. Taxpayer-funded aid for taxpayers’ children should not

be held hostage to labor agreements. Do away with prepackaged testing purchased from corporations whose only interest is data mining. Two weeks ago our third graders were forced to take a sixth grade level test as per socalled educational objectives of these corporations. What possible value is there in this for children and how can this be used to fairly evaluate teachers? Let’s take what’s good, throw out what’s bad and, most importantly, agree on challenging but age-appropriate evaluations that can be used diagnostically to further children learning. Now if all this seems tedious to you, it is. But if there’s one thing I’ve conveyed to you these past few years, it’s that government is indeed tedious. That doesn’t mean we get to throw up our arms and walk away from the process. It has to be done. I am therefore committed to writing the above legislation as there is authentic support for a new course of action in both the Senate and the Assembly. Should the bill be vetoed or somehow derailed, we will have to work together to overturn that with even greater support from our senators and Assembly. In reality we may have a struggle on our hands that will require you, the constituents, rolling up your sleeves and getting involved. But I’ve listened to your heartfelt concerns and I agree that we have no choice but to alter the direction of education in our state. Democracy is indeed messy sometimes, but it’s our job to make it work.

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Napolitano’s leadership seen in progress On May 19, the residents of the Mineola School District will have the opportunity to vote for candidates for the two at large seats on the Board of Education. One of those seats currently on the ballot is occupied by Christine Napolitano. I have had the privilege of knowing Christine since 1997 when our daughters were attending the then reopened Cross Street School.

During our girls’ middle and high school years, I came to know Christine and recognize the dedication and caring she had, not only to her daughters, but her growing dedication and caring for the schools they attended and the district itself. Over the last 10 or so years, our School District has transformed its facilities, curriculum, budget, and educational reputa-

tion on a state and local level. While many people have contributed to this transformation, the one constant on the board during this whole time has been Christine. Her dedication, perseverance, caring, and her ability to work with the board, the community and the Office of the Superintendent over the years, demonstrates just how fortunate we are as a School Dis-

trict to have her on the Board. Losing her would leave the board without the wealth of firsthand experience she brings to the table each and every meeting. That same experience will serve as a reminder to everyone on the board as to how far we have come as a School District and how to avoid the pitfalls which could threaten our hard fought gains.

With this in mind, I would ask that you consider Christine Napolitano for the at large seat on the Board of Education so she may continue to protect and enhance those hard earned gains enjoyed by the students and residents of the Mineola School District. Mathew W. Sanderleaf Mineola

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READERS WRITE

Murray exploits supervisor position

ust days after reading about Acting District Attorney Madeline Singas’ call for strict rules on political mailings, Kate Murray unashamedly airs a commercial, giving away free coloring books to our children.

We’ve gotten used to commercials that thank Kate Murray for this or for that, but this time the town went too far. Free coloring books? Our county, state and federal representatives all produce books for our children, but only

the Town of Hempstead exploits their power, by blatantly campaigning for higher office by repeating Kate Murray’s name over and over in a commercial. And I’m furious that the Town not only raised my taxes this year, but has the audacity to use

my money for self-promotional political campaigns. I implore that Singas’ request, not only apply to the Town of Hempstead, but that it includes the prohibition of commercials that mention a representative’s name on television or

radio. It’s an insult to the intelligence of the people in the Town of Hempstead and highway robbery of our tax dollars. Audrey Ciuffo Merrick

Martin Luther King’s words still ring true In the news business, there’s an expression –“If it bleeds, it leads.” This means that accidents, natural disasters, and crime stories take precedence over more newsworthy events. There’s nothing like a little blood to captivate the masses. The recent events in Baltimore made newscasters salivate. There were burning police cars, fires emitting plumes of smoke and clashes between police and teenagers. There was also righteous indignation on the part of several anchors, especially at Fox News. Only Jeffrey Toobin at CNN made the clear distinction between the vast majority of Baltimore’s citizens whose protest was legitimate and peaceful and the minority who pillaged and looted. Lost in all of this were the earnest efforts of civic leaders to quell the disturbance while, at the same time, demanding justice for all the young, black men

whose lives have been wantonly snuffed out by police. Here the record is shameful. Since the fatal shooting of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri, six black youth have been killed by law enforcement officers. These include Tamar Rice, not yet a teenager, killed carrying a BB gun, and Cameron Tillman, only 14, shot by a Sherriff’s Deputy. And now, in Baltimore, Freddie Gray. who died of a spinal injury while in police custody. The facts are in dispute, but what is certain is that the Baltimore police have been found guilty of placing prisoners in a van and giving them a “rough ride.” The city has paid out millions of dollars to victims of this nefarious practice. An undisputed fact is that African-American youth are 4.5 times more likely to die at the hands of cops than members of other races. Sean Hannity on WOR ra-

dio, exemplifies the simpleminded logic of conservatives. “If someone throws a rock, arrest them, if they throw a brick arrest them….” he asserted on a recent radio broadcast. Not a very nuanced approach. Hannity never mentions the daily indignities suffered by communities of color nor the code of conduct which grants the police in Baltimore legal prerogatives not accorded to ordinary citizens. The distinction between liberals and conservatives becomes clear. Conservatives look at the rioters and say “punish them.” Liberals look at the angry youth and ask “what are they angry about?” The answer to that question is not hard to find. A workforce profile reveals that unemployment of youth ages 16-19 is 75.9 percent in Baltimore. Almost one in four students in that age cohort is a high school dropout. You don’t have

to be a bleeding heart liberal to see that this is an accident waiting to happen. Those of us born with white skin ignore these conditions at our own peril. Obviously, there are broad implications for our country. How do we reduce the hostility which exists between police and minorities? Do we need programs which address the underlying causes of unrest such as poverty and joblessness? When police are suspected of wrongdoing, should they be judged by their peers or by a Civilian Complaint Review Board? The takeaway from this sordid episode is that we need to admit that there are systemic problems when it comes to race relations in the U.S. And while everyone acknowledges the progress we’ve made, there is still a long way to go. Fifty-two years ago, Martin Luther King spoke on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial and his

historic words ring true today. Referencing the Emancipation Proclamation, he said: One hundred years later, the life of the Negro is still crippled by the chains of discrimination . One hundred years later, the Negro lives on a lonely island of poverty…One hundred years later, the Negro is still languished in the corners of American society. One can only hope that one hundred years from now, there won’t be a need for another March on Washington demanding racial equality and economic justice for all Americans. Dr. Hal Sobel Great Neck

Let’s get on board National Amtrak Day

ets all get on board to join May 11 National Amtrak Day. Why not ask our elected officials to support a dedicated capital revenue stream that could include allocating a penny per gallon gasoline tax to Amtrak. These funds could provide a reliable yearly source for financing capital investments to upgrade tracks, signals, passenger equipment, stations and maintenance facilities.

Any responsible agency needs the assistance of a longterm dedicated secure revenue stream. This is needed to develop a capital infrastructure plan for maintaining both an operating system in a state of good repair and any system expansion. Perhaps establish a reasonable minimum fare box recovery rate of 50 percent to justify continued operation of any route. Give local governments one year to come up with locally generated operating assistance

to support service on routes to those communities that can’t meet this goal. In the long run, these simple reforms would take the politics out of intercity passenger service. Ask unions to allow management more flexibility in work rules and assignments to support greater productivity. Share some of the savings accrued from this with workers to foster improved partnering between management and em-

ployees. With all of this in place, many more routes could survive, and some would grow stronger. Service on other high-density corridors beyond the Northeast Washington/Philadelphia/New York City/Boston routes might also come closer to financially operating with minimal subsidy or even turn a small profit, which Amtrak management could use to support other routes. How many times have winter storms stranded thousands at

airports while Amtrak kept rolling? The ability of Amtrak to reduce travel time by increasing the speed of the service in highdensity corridors can provide consumers with choices other than flying, driving or taking a bus. Larry Penner Great Neck

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READERS WRITE

Napolitano, Widman best for Mineola schools

am writing this letter to endorse Chris Napolitano for re-election to the Mineola School Board. I have lived in Mineola for many years and have known Chris for a long time. I have seen the very positive changes that

have occurred in the district in the past six years she has been on the board. Chris sincerely cares about the success of each student and although she lives in Williston Park, she respects every taxpayer from each corner of the district

and fights hard to make sure that our tax dollars are well spent. I don’t know where this district would be had people like Chris not dug in and fought for us all. She has never been about one community or the other. For

her, it’s been about student per- keep us moving in the right diformance, financial stability and rection! community values. Joy Cuadra I do not know Brian Widman Mineola well but if he is good enough for Chris, he’s good enough for me. Why fix what ain’t broke? Vote Napolitano/Widman to

Opponents just want immigrant laws obeyed We have a generous immigration system for people of all races who wait in line. Around 15 million people did not want to wait in line they broke the law and came here illegally. Politicians, all the people in business and the church had nothing bad to say about this problem, they felt they all

could profit from these illegals who broke the law. When they were forced to say something that was bad about the problem it was the people who spoke up about the problem who were bad. They twisted it all around to say we did not want the new people because they were not white and crying they are taking

here and stay. They did it. our jobs. Now this Prof. D. Innocinzo talks to We became the bad people not the people who jumped the line and broke us like we are Klan members who hate the law and all the people who profit people of different races. from them. John Wren They say the immigration system is Williston Park broken and needs to be fixed, that’s all the politicians say. They allowed these people to come

Help us feed the hungry on Long Island

orty years ago Harry Chapin and Bill Ayres started an organization to fight hunger and help the needy. Today, The INN (Interfaith Nutrition Network) continues their efforts on behalf of Long Islanders in need. Local children who go to bed hungry every night, seniors who subsist on one meal a day, homeless veter-

ans who don’t know where their next meal is coming from or where they’ll sleep tonight. Last year, The INN provided over 400,000 meals to hungry men, women, and children on Long Island. It also provides shelter to more than 1900 families in its emergency shelters and long term housing sites, and guidance and support for families in distress.

The INN never turns anyone away and never charges for its services. How does it do it? It starts with 2,000 volunteers who give their time and energy day after day. It starts with generous people like YOU who donate the money to help provide the meals, the shelters, the clothing, the food pantry, the social workers, and support services.

If you’ve had some blessings in your life, please consider sharing them with those who haven’t been as fortunate. Your donation — in whatever amount you can afford — has the power to change someone’s life for the better, to give hope to those who need it most. Donations may be sent to: Dave Golbert, 7 Lee Court West, Great Neck, N.Y. 11024 Please

make your check payable to: The INN. As the sages remind us: “Blessed are those who share with those who have less.” Dave Golbert Great Neck

Compliments, thanks to M-L firefighters

had a fire in my master bedroom today. Not big. I was alerted by the carbon monoxide alarm. I got my wife out of the house and called 911. They gave me to Co. 2 of the MLFD. An officer showed up and discovered a small blaze in the moulding of a closet.

It became a regular alarm; lots of guys, and lots of activity. I was not allowed near the house. They found my electrical circuit box (hidden) and turned off the electricity. They found the cause of the fire after taking a small portion of the closet away and checking the attic from the

ceiling.. I have a mess from the fire. But I must say that the company left no mess. Hoses came in but were not used. A little dirt. The guys opened all the windows and the one window they had to disassemble they put back together.

They left the windows open and I was instructed to leave them open for about six hours. Time is up and everything is closed up for the night. My electrician came for an emergency visit and removed the closet switch and turned on the electricity.

My compliment to the team of mostly young guys, all volunteers, for a quick response and a pleasant walk through in a strange house. Norman Roland Great Neck

Napolitano, Widman right team for Mineola

write in support of re-electing Christine Napolitano to the Mineola School Board. Christine is passionate about Mineola Schools, very knowledgeable concerning education and school administration

and brings valuable experience as a current school board member, parent, and successful business person. Christine will have my vote, and deserves re-election, because the Board needs her voice

in order to continue the progress and excellence that have resulted from her current tenure. I trust her judgment completely, and therefore also endorse and will vote for Brian Widman whom Christine has

that the voices of those involved chosen as her running mate. School board election turn- in our schools are heard. out is historically low, and Peggy May therefore I urge Mineola school Mineola district voters to come out and support Christine Napolitano and Brian Widman to make sure Letters Continued on Page 55

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Do you experience pain or discomfort during sex? It’s more common – and treatable – than you think.

Sexual pain, or dyspareunia, affects nearly three out of four women at some point in their lives. For some, the pain is temporary, while for others it is a long-term problem. Unfortunately, many people with sexual pain suffer silently. Sonia Bahlani, MD, a gynecologist at the Arthur Smith Institute for Urology, part of North Shore-LIJ Health System, discusses what you need to know about this condition.

What causes pain during sex? There are many causes of sexual pain in women. Many causes may be gynecologic in nature, while others may be secondary to systemic changes within the body. Infections, post-menopausal changes, neuropathic (nerve fiber) or muscular pain disorders, and dermatologic (hair/nails/skin) changes may all play into sexual pain. Pain during sex also may be caused by problems with sexual response, such as a lack of desire or a lack of arousal. It is important to seek help from a healthcare professional because many causes of sexual pain can be treated.

How is sexual pain treated? Because sexual pain may be caused by many factors — and patients can have varying ranges of symptoms — our pelvic pain experts at the Smith Institute for Urology will develop a unique and personalized plan for you. Your customized treatment plan could range from conservative forms of therapy to more aggressive management, depending on your symptoms. This variety of treatment approaches has significantly decreased sexual pain and improved quality of life for the vast majority of our patients.

Who experiences pain with sex? Anyone in any age group can have sexual pain. Hormonal changes can often cause changes in sexual function, but because many factors may come into play, an extensive workup — a physical, medical tests, a medical history review — is usually required.

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Labor board reviews Bow Tie theater B y A dam L idgett

The National Labor Relations Board won’t schedule another date for the Bow Tie Squire Cinema theater workers to vote on unionization until after the agency investigates whether the company attempted to stop the vote, an NLRB official said Monday. Jim Paulson, regional director of the NLRB’s Brooklyn Regional Office, said the NLRB postponed an April 10 unionization vote after the United Food and Commercial Workers Union Local 1500 — the union the Squire employees are looking to be represented by — filed Unfair Labor Practices charges with the NLRB against Bow Tie Cinemas, alleging that the com-

pany asked workers if they supported a possible union, told workers they may be fired if the voted in favor of unionizing, told workers the theater would close if the union vote passed and promised to give benefits to workers if they gave up their support for the union. “If we find there is no merit to the case, we will schedule an election,” Paulson said. “If we found merit, then we would try to work out a settlement, in which we would try to resolve the issues being raised by the charge.” Paulson said the investigation should be over sometime in May, and that if the NLRB finds Bow Tie did threaten employees, the company can challenge the finding and contest it in court.

If the NLRB found that Bow Tie Cinemas did try to dissuade a union vote, the company would have to post a notice saying they would not threaten employees anymore. After they posted the notice, the NLRB would then schedule a vote, he said. “Usually in a union drive, when a law is being broken so severely, you really have to consider how it impacts workers,” said Aly Waddy, director of Organizing for the UFCW union Local 1500. “The government looks at things closely to see the how the way the law being broken will influence the way workers are interpreting what is going on.” Waddy said she does not know when a new date will be scheduled. The NLRB

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BY B I LL S A N A N TON I O The first time the Bravo network sought to expand its reality series empire to Long Island, it followed a group of aﬄuent North Shore women as they explored their 20s, romance, and spending daddy’s cash. Though 2013’s “Princesses: Long Island” was short-lived -— the series lasted one season and caught the ire of JewishAmerican organizations, U.S. Rep. Steve Israel and the family of a deceased New York City firefighter who died during September 11 — Bravo is returning. This time, it’ll be following a group of aﬄuent North Shore women as they explore their 40s, divorce and reinventing their careers. “Secrets and Wives” will premiere Tuesday, June 2 at 10 p.m. eastern time, trailing six ladies across Old Westbury, Roslyn and Syosset, according to published reports. They’re a sisterhood of friends, according to a Bravo news release detailing the show, who “will come together

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Kevin Downey, Jr. Friday, May 8, 8 p.m. Saturday, May 9, 7 & 9:30 p.m. kevin downey, Jr. Governors’ Comedy Club 90 Division Ave. Levittown (516) 731-3358 http://tickets.govs.com/index.cfm comedian, columnist Kevin Downey, Jr. writes a column called, “Drinking on $11 a Night”, which can be read in Bachelor Pad Magazine, Gc magazine, at usedwigs.com and drinkingon11. com. His song, “Secret Garden of Dirty little Whores, (who think they’re better than me)”, can be heard on college and traditional radio stations throughout the country. He has a nationally released DVD called, “i’m not Gay, but Dont Stop” which can be found on Amazon and Netflix. Friday, May 8, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 9, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The 46th Annual Spring Plant Sale Clark Botanic Garden 193 I. U. Willets Road, Albertson (516) 484-2208 • http://clarkbotanic.org/ Annuals, perennials, herbs, shrubs, hanging baskets, vegetables at the 46th Annual Spring Plant Sale this week. Admission is free to this event, which will also feature an art show, attic treasures, garden gift shop, tea room (sandwiches, home-made cakes), raffles and bioferm (“Black Gold” for your garden). rain or Shine. cash or check only. Saturday, May 9, 12 p.m. Beaming Blooms Mother’s day Craft Old Westbury Gardens 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury, NY 11568 (516) 333-0048 www.oldwestburygardens.org Focus on Mom, Grandma or any special lady with a flower photo gift straight from the heart. children walk the grounds to view beautiful blooms and return to craft a framed flower portrait that will never fade. Free with admission, but supplies are limited. event is open to the first 25 children. crafters are encouraged to bring a 1.5” printed picture of themselves.

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Suggestions for barbecue season In the beginning man discovered fire and discovery of the barbecue followed quickly in its footsteps. Perhaps the barbecue is a time honored and worldwide tradition because it is quick, simple and delicious, not to mention the invigoration one receives while standing over a hot grill prodding and turning a delectable repast! As spring turns to summer, barbecues are uncovered and entertaining turns to the bright outdoors. The grilled beef in this Spring Barbecue is reminiscent of Bulgogi, a Korean grilled beef; it is not only delicious, but also healthy with 200 calories per serving, 13 G protein, 5 G fat, 2 G carbohydrate, 168 MG sodium and 38 MG cholesterol. The onions are simple to prepare and are based on an Italian recipe. The barbecued potatoes are a lovely addition to the meal, especially when topped with a traditional sweet barbecue sauce. For a healthy ending to your meal, finish with cut up fresh fruit; for those with a sweet tooth, why not add a dollop of ice cream or ice milk? The following menu is easy to prepare - the adept cook can prepare this meal in less than 15

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or a ziploc bag place the steak. Pour the marinade over the steak. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or up to 8 hours, turning time to time. Prepare a hot charcoal fire. When the coals are white-hot, grill the meat medium rate, abut 4 minutes per side. Remove, cover with foil and let rest 12 minutes. Slice into thin strips and serve with lettuces on the side if desired.

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(available in Oriental markets) 1 1/2 tsp vegetable oil 2 tbsp soy sauce 1 1/2 tsp black pepper Iceberg lettuce and radicchio (optional) 1. With a very sharp knife, score the steak deeply in a 1-inch crisscross diamond pattern. Turn over and score the second side. 2. In a Cuisinart, fitted with a steel blade, place remaining ingredients. Pulse to blend. 3. In a large shallow dish,

Grilled Marinated Red and/or White Onions 3 red and/or white onions, peeled and cut in half 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 3 tbsp of fresh herbs (I use equal parts of Italian Parsley, Thyme and Basil) 1 tbsp freshly ground pepper 1. Combine olive oil, herbs and peppers in a non-reactive container that will comfortably hold the onions 2. Place the onions in the marinade and marinate at least 2 hours, preferably overnight. 3. Grill on medium coals, basing occasionally with excess marinade. Cook approximately 15 minutes or until soft, but not charred.

Barbecued Potatoes 6 baking potatoes, washed 3 tbsp softened butter or margarine Aluminum foil 1. Rub butter onto potatoes and wrap in aluminum foil. 2. After initial flames of the barbecue have died down, place potatoes on the periphery of the grill, turning occasionally, cook approximately 45 minutes or until the potatoes are soft when pierced with a fork. Sweet Barbecue Sauce Yields approximately 1 quart 3 cups ketchup 3/4 cup molasses 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce 1 tbsp Tabasco Sauce 1/4 tsp ground ginger 1/2 tsp granulated garlic 1/4 tsp onion powder 2 tbsp brown sugar 1 tbsp chili powder 2 tbsp sesame oil Salt & pepper to taste 1. Combine all of the ingredients in a Cuisinart fitted with a steel blade. Blend. Serve with potatoes or use as a basting marinade for your favorite grilled foods.

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Saturday, May 30, 8 p.m. 70’s Soul Jam Friday, June 5, 8 p.m. Glays Knight Saturday, June 13, 8 p.m. Peter Cetera Friday, June 19, 8 p.m. The Midtown Men Friday, June 27, 8 p.m. Happy Together Tour Saturday, July 11, 8 p.m. Dion Friday, July 17, 8 p.m. Rock The Yacht Tour Friday, July 24, 8 p.m. Josh Turner Monday, July 27, 8 p.m Whitesnake Saturday, Aug. 8, 8 p.m. Air Supply Saturday, Aug. 15, 8 p.m. Neil Sedaka Saturday, Oct. 24, 7 p.m. Jackie Mason Nassau county museum of art 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn (516) 484-9338 • http://nassaumuseum.org MAIN GALLERIES March 21 to July 12, 2015 Out of the Vault: 25 Years of Collecting This presentation highlights patrons’ numerous gifts to the Museum over the last quarter century, many of which have never, or rarely, been exhibited. Each gallery space within this multifaceted presentation will focus on different themes such as past and present portraiture, paintings and objects by Louis Comfort Tiffany, post-war prints and vintage posters of many eras. The exhibit explores a diverse range of artists who are strongly represented in the Museum’s collections, among them naturalist John James Audubon, photographer Larry Fink and Pop art icons Robert Rauschenberg, Larry Rivers and Robert Indiana, among others. CONTEMPORARY COLLECTORS GALLERY March 21 to July 12 Vernacular Visions The museum’s Contemporary Collectors Gallery features the work of four prominent Long Island artists: Susan Cushing of Southampton, Richard Gachot of Old Westbury, Francisco Villagran of Port Washington, and Burt Young, also of Port Washington. Ongoing Sculpture Park Approximately 40 works, many of them monumental in size, by renowned artists including Fernando Botero, Tom

Otterness, George Rickey and Mark DiSuvero among others, are situated to interact with nature on the museum’s magnificent 145-acre property. Walking Trails The museum’s 145 acres include many marked nature trails through the woods, perfect for family hikes or independent exploration. Gardens From restored formal gardens of historic importance to quiet little nooks for dreaming away an afternoon, the museum’s 145 acre property features many lush examples of horticultural arts. Come view our expanded gardens and beautiful new path to the museum. EVENTS FILM March 21-July 12 Tuesday-Saturday 11 a.m., 12, 1, 3 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m., 12 p.m. Drawn from Nature From PBS’ American Masters series, Drawn from Nature presents the dramatic life story of naturalist John James Audubon, an adventurer and self-taught artist who saw more of the North American continent than virtually anyone of his time (1785-1851). A symbol of the American wilderness, Audubon’s achievements are staggering: His book The Birds of America, for which he served as artist, writer, publisher and promoter, includes 435 lifesized prints and was the largest book printed in the 19th century. Free with Museum admission. FOR THE FAMILY Sundays, 1-4 p.m., Family Tour at 1 p.m. Family Sundays at the Museum Converse, collaborate and create together during Family Sundays from 1 to 4 pm. Family Sundays begin with exhibition-based gallery conversations. Families then go on to explore new art materials, vocabulary and ideas with our museum educator. Family Sundays provide children and the adults in their lives with the opportunity to reconnect while talking about and making art together. New projects are featured every week! Reservations not needed. Free with museum admission. OUTDOOR LEARNING Wednesday, June 3 at 9 a.m. Bird Watching for Beginners Rebecca Oyer, education manager at Oyster Bay’s The Continued on Page 35

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A&E Calendar cont’d Continued from Page 32 odore Roosevelt Sanctuary and Audubon Center, leads an observation of the spring migration of birds on the Museum’s beautiful property. Learn how to use field marks, habitat, behavior and song to identify birds. Please bring binoculars if you have them. Fee is $10 per class (payable in cash on the day of the class). Please write to the museum at events@nassaumuseum. org to reserve a place in the class of your choice. Limit is 15 per class. Meet at the Art School parking lot (first building on the left as you enter the grounds). EXHIBITION TALK Thursdays, 1-2 p.m. May 14, June 4 Brown Bag Lectures Bring a sandwich and enjoy lunch with friends as Museum Docent Riva Ettus presents an informative talk on the works on view in Out of the Vault: 25 Years of Collecting. Afterward, join the 2 p.m. public exhibition tour. Free with Museum admission. Reservations not needed; first come, first seated. OUTDOOR ART TOUR Thursday, May 14, 5:30 p.m. Spring Sculpture Stroll Laura Lynch, the Museum’s director of education, leads a walk through the museum’s Sculpture Park, one of the biggest sculpture gardens in the region. The park includes large-scale installations, many in the Museum’s permanent collection, others on loan from prestigious museums and galleries. The fee is $5, paid in cash at the walk. The event is limited to 25 people. To reserve a place, please write to: events@nassaumuseum.org. Meet on the front terrace of the museum. EXHIBITION TALK Saturday, May 16, 3 p.m. Larry Fink: Fly on the Wall and the Social Critique Coming out of the generation of documentation and straight photography, Larry Fink used the camera through the 1970s and 80s to shed light on social constructs.Artist/photographer/ educator Daniel Mirer and LIU Post Professor of Art History and Museum Studies Aileen June Wang give a joint presentation about Fink’s innovative use of the square format camera. Admission is $15 (members, $5) and includes museum admission. Admission is $15 (members, $5) and includes

museum admission; register at nassaumuseum.org/ events. EXHIBITION TALK Saturday, May 30, 3 p.m. John James Audubon: The Last Expedition Using images of Audubon’s western paintings and of the surviving specimens and artifacts gathered in 1843 during Audubon’s final expedition, historian Robert McCracken Peck describes this last great adventure by Audubon and puts its accomplishments into the broader context of the time. Author and consulting curator Robert McCracken Peck is a Fellow of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University. Admission is $15 (members, $5) and includes museum admission; register at nassaumuseum. org/events. Long island children’s museum 11 Davis Ave, Garden City (516) 224-5800 http://www.licm.org/ Museum Hours: Daily from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (unless otherwise indicated). Museum admission: $12 for adults and children over 1 year old, $11 seniors, FREE to museum members and children under 1 year old. Additional fees for theater and special programs may apply. For additional information, contact (516) 224-5800. Saturday, May 9 and Sunday, May 10, 3:30-5 p.m. Messy Afternoons We’ll be up to our elbows in oobleck, clean mud and slime … and we hope you’ll join us for the type of artistic activities that everyone loves, but not one likes to clean-up after. Except us! Ages: 18 months to 4 years. Free with museum admission. Saturday, May 9, 2 to 4 p.m. Bejeweled Jewelry Boxes Come and celebrate Mom this May! Use markers and sparkly gems to decorate a beautiful jewelry box for your special mom. All ages. Free with museum admission. ADELPHI UNIVERSITY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Westermann Stage, 1 South Avenue, Garden City (516) 877-4000 • http://aupac.adelphi.edu/ Friday, May 8, 7:30 p.m. Paul Taylor Dance Company (Olmsted Theatre) Friday, May 8, 7 & 9 p.m. Saturday, May 9, 7& 9 p.m.

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connect her to the American South, the place of her birth and home of her ancestors. Cash will also perform songs from her Grammy-nominated and award-winning album “The List” which is based on a list of 100 greatest country and American songs that her father and country music icon Johnny Cash gave her when she was 18. Although Cash is often classified as a country artist, her music draws on many genres, including folk, pop, rock, blues, and most notably Americana. She is the recent winner of three Grammy awards – Best American Album (“The River and the Thread”), Best American Roots Song with John Leventhal (“A Feather’s Not a Bird”) and Best American Roots Performance (“A Feather’s Not a Bird”). In 1985, she won a Grammy for “I Don’t Know Why You Don’t Want Me” and has received 12 other Grammy nominations. She has had 11 No. 1 country hit singles, 21 “Top 40” country singles and two gold records.

Russian chorus to sing at Temple Sinai The world renowned Russian Chamber Chorus of New York will be performing at Temple Sinai of Roslyn on Sunday, May 17 at 4 p.m. Founded by Artistic Director and Conductor Nikolai Kachanov, the Russian Chamber Chorus is well known for its artistic excellence and hauntingly beautiful choral music. A regular presence at Carnegie Hall, the chorus has become America’s preeminent Russian vocal ensemble and one of the world’s greatest ambassadors of the Russian creative spirit. Described by the New York Times as “Extraordinary: richly imagined and deftly realized,” the RCCNY has been delighting audiences for more than 30 years. Known for its stylistic versatility, richness of sound and subtlety of expression, the program will trace Jewish choral culture through music by composers from Russia, Israel and the United States, illustrating the beauty of liturgical, secular and folk traditions ranging from Bible stories to contemporary compositions.

Maestro Kachanov, who holds a Ph.D. in choral conducting from the Novosibirsk Conservatory, brings his unique sensitivity and authentic interpretation to well-known repertoire; at the same time, he is devoted to presenting new and underexposed works that illustrate Russia’s rich heritage and its contemporary spirit. As a result of his commitment, audiences have been introduced to the ancient chants previously banned in his homeland (and completely unknown in America). Kachanov created the Ussachevsky Festival of Russian-American contemporary music which was held at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York City. In addition to an afternoon of spectacular music, the Temple Sinai Russian Club invites you to a wine and hors-d’oeuvre reception immediately following the concert. This concert is free for Temple Sinai congregants and Sinai Russian Club members; $18 for non-members. Temple Sinai of Roslyn is located at 425 Roslyn Road in Roslyn Heights.

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Sanford Weill to speak at Temple Emanuel B y A dam L idgett Temple Emanuel of Great Neck Senior Rabbi Robert Widom will interview banker and philanthropist — and former Great Neck resident — Sanford Weill May 17 as part of the temple’s Stephen C. Widom Cultural Arts Program. Weill, the former chief executive and chairman of Citigroup, will be interviewed about his life in business as well as philanthropy. Through the interview, Widom said, attendees will be able to see American success story. “[Attendees] will learn that in American, one has great opportunities, and his life will speak to those opportunities,” Widom said. “They’ll see how he moved from college into being a runner for a small brokerage house to becoming involved in the brokerage business.” The interview, which will start at 3 p.m. and be held at the temple located at 150 Hicks Lane, will be followed by a question and answer session with the audience. Weill is currently the chairman of the Hamilton Insurance Group, and recently stepped down as chairman of Carnegie Hall after 24 years, although he still holds his title as president. He is chairman Emeritus of Weill Cornell Medical

College, which he served as chairman of for 20 years, chairman and founder of the National Academy Foundation, chairman of the Weill Hall and the Green Music Center and chairman of the executive council at the University of California, San Francisco, according to the temple. He was also named in 2014 to CNBC’s “First 25” — the network’s list of the 25 people who have had the most influence on business since 1989. Weill is also an honorary trustee of the temple and a friend of Widom for more than 45 years, Widom said.

In the early 1960s, Widom said, Weill lived in Great Neck, and was already a member of the temple when Widom became Rabbi. Weill currently lives in Connecticut. “He was very generous to our synagogue,” Widom said. “It’s why we named the sanctuary for Joan [Sanford’s wife] and Sanford Weill.” Attendance is open to all, and tickets are $15 per person or $25 for two people. Tickets can be purchased in advance by calling the center at 516-482-5701 or be purchased at the door.

North Hempstead Councilwoman Anna Kaplan got together with ‘Desert Dance’ producer Daniel Reubeni, Executive Director of the Great Neck Arts Center Regina Gill and Mayor of Great Neck Plaza Jean Calendar at the Bow Tie Squire Cinemas in Great Neck on April 28. Reubeni, a Great Neck resident, was proud to share his film about a secret dance company in the Iranian desert. ‘Desert Dance’ is currently showing at the Bow Tie Squire Cinema. Visit www.bowtiecinemas.com/locations/squirecinemas/ for listings and more information.

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Sanford I. Weill will be interviewed about his life in business and philanthropy at Temple Emanuel of Great Neck, Sunday, May 17 at 3. Call (516) 482-5701 for ticket information.

Road, is situated on 209 acres and the recreated 19th Century village offers a perfect impression of a rural European battlefield when American soldiers took on and defeated the Nazi Third Reich. Living historians in period gear representing a variety of forces will present vintage weapons and offer hands on displays while engaged in tactical exercises. Old Bethpage Vil-

lage Restoration is open Wednesday – Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults and $7 for children (5-12), seniors, and volunteer firefighters. For more information about Old Bethpage Village Restoration, please call (516) 572-8401 or visit the website at: www.nassaucountyny.gov/parks.

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Community Calendar PROJECT INDEPENDENCE SUPPORT & SOCIAL GROUP The Town of North Hempstead’s Project Independence would like to remind residents that they offer free support and social groups. Call 311 or (516) 8696311 for more information. FREE LEGAL CONSULTATION CLINIC FOR SENIOR CITIZENS The Nassau County Bar Association provides free monthly legal consultation clinics for Nassau County residents 65 or older. Seniors have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with an attorney who volunteers to provide a half-hour private consultation

on any topic of concern. The next Senior Citizen Free Legal Consultation Clinic will be held Tuesday, May 19, 9:30 to 11 a.m. at NCBA, 15th and West Streets, Mineola. This popular free program regularly fills up quickly. Registration is required by calling (516) 747-4070.

FOR TRIVIA LOVERS At 7 p.m. Two Wednesday nights each month at Page One Restaurant, 90 School St. Glen Cove. Call (516) 625-8804 for information. Singles Association of Long Island

For information on events, please call (516) 825-0633 or (516) 333-2851 or e-mail singlesassociationofli@yahoo. com. YOUR WIDOWED SOCIAL GROUP The group meets on the third Wednesday of the each month (except July and August) from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at St. Joseph’s R.C. Church on Franklin Ave. and Fifth Street, Garden City. There is a $5 fee for members and a $8 fee for non-members. For additional information, please call (516) 481-9280.

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Nassau County Museum of Art in Roslyn Harbor announces new opportunities for volunteers, particularly those who can work at the front desk, greeting visitors during the weekend. Saturday and Sundays shifts are available 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 2 to 4:30 p.m. Only two three-hour shifts per month are required. The museum’s volunteers are an invaluable component of the Museum Family, whether they are in positions that have them working with the public or assignments where they assist museum

staff members,. What is required for all volunteer positions is enthusiasm for museum work, willingness to learn, and the wish to become a meaningful part of the museum’s mission of service to the community. To find out more about volunteer opportunities at Nassau County Museum of Art, call Director of Volunteers Nancy Barone at (516) 4849338, ext. 31 or write to nbarone@nassaumuseum.org. Nassau County Museum of Art is located at One Museum Drive (just off Northern Boulevard, Route 25A)

in Roslyn Harbor. Call (516) 484-9337 for current exhibitions, events, days/times, and directions. Nassau County Museum of Art is chartered and accredited under the laws of New York State as a not-for-profit private educational institution and museum. It is operated by a privately elected board of trustees responsible for its governance. The museum is funded through income derived from admissions, parking, membership, special events and private and corporate donations as well as federal and state grants.

Helicopter landings at Eisenhower Park Nassau County will once again host the Navy and Marine Helicopter Landing in Eisenhower Park on Saturday, May 23 as part of the “Fleet Week 2015” activities in New York City. The event, billed “Raid New York,” will be the largest Marine/Navy helicopter landing on Long Island. Navy Landing at 10 a.m. A combined team of members from the U.S. Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal team and Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron Five (HSC-9) will present a mine countermeasures demonstration. The demonstration will show how a five-member EOD team can be inserted via a MH-60S helicopter into an

area too dangerous for a ship to navigate or an aircraft to land, while another MH-60S provides top-cover. After the air and land demonstration, the two MH-60s helicopters will land and be available for public display. The EOD technicians are stationed in Virginia Beach, Virginia. HSC-9, also known as the Tridents, is stationed in Norfolk, Virginia. Marine Landing at 12 p.m. The VM-22 Osprey, CH46 Sea Knight and AH-1W Cobra, will perform an area sweep and transport a Marine raid force to the landing zone. Marines will perform an assault demonstration, after which the helicopters will land and will be avail-

able for public display, along with the weapons typically used by a Marine Corps rifle platoon. Marines supporting this event are part of a Special Purpose Marine Air- Ground Task Force from the II Marine Expeditionary Force based at Camp LeJeune, North Carolina. The Helicopter Landing, which is free to the public, will be taking place on the Kite Field, just south of the Veterans Memorial in Eisenhower Park, with parking at fields 6 and 6A. For more information about this event please call: (516) 572-0200 or visit our website at: www.nassaucountyny.gov/parks.

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Hillside Public Library There are more ways to access library event information than ever: For online access and program registration, go to the Library’s website @ http://hillsidelibrary. info/events. You need to have your library barcode number for registration. For programs which require a fee, you have 7 days, from the time you register, to bring in your check. Online registration for Out-of-district patrons begins 2 weeks after the initial registration date. Registration opens on specified dates for each program and remains open until the class fills. The library subscribes to several museum passes for the enjoyment and entertainment of our patrons, holders of Hillside Library cards in good standing. There are specific loan periods for these passes and they can be reserved up to one month in advance. For a complete list of the passes to which the library subscribes, go to the library’s website http://hillsidelibrary.info

The library collects used cell phones (with their chargers) for charity. Also, the library collects reading glasses. The Donation Boxes are on the First Floor. We thank you.

programs Movie at Hillside Whiplash, R, 107 min., Drama/Music; Monday, May 11 at 1:30 p.m. Starring J. K. Simmons, Miles Teller, Paul Reiser. A promising young drummer enrolls at a cutthroat music conservatory where his dreams of greatness are mentored by an instructor who will stop at nothing to realize his student’s potential. Meeting – Library Board of Trustees Monday, May 11 at 7 p.m. How to Ace the Interview Tuesday, May 12 at 3 p.m. This workshop will teach you how to do well on an interview – it will help you walk out knowing that you did an outstanding job! Never again feel unprepared for the questions

you’re asked. In this job market, your responses have to be powerful and heartfelt. Join Jamie Petrizzo, a recruiter with an intuitive skill and hear her unique slant on this difficult subject. What to Know Before Selling Your Home Tuesday, May 12 at 7 p.m. The North Hempstead Building Department will be hosting several seminars designed to help make sure you’re fully prepared before you sell your home. Come find out what permits and certificates you need to close the sale of your home. Needle Arts Circle Wednesday, May 13 from 1 to 3 p.m. Bring your favorite projects and stitch away. Career Connections Job Club Wednesday, May 13, from 2-4. Moderated by Bob Simmons,for unemployed persons. This week’s topic: 6 Ways to Research Employers Before Interviewing Book Club – Classic Delights Wednesday, May 13 at

The programs at the library are always met with great success and enthusiasm, as illustrated by the participants of the Tai Chi program. 7 p.m. The book being discussed is: The Awakening by Kate Chopin. The Awakening explores one woman’s desire to find and live fully within her true self. Her devotion to that purpose causes friction with her friends and family, and also conflicts with the dominant values of her time. Our heroine begins the process of identifying her true self, the self that exists apart from the identity she maintains as a wife and mother. Your Hearing Issues and How to Deal With Them Thursday, May 14 at 2

p.m. Presented by Alison Hoffmann, Au.D., CCCA, Advanced Hearing Center. Hearing issues can have serious effects on people’s lives and lifestyles, and there are many ways in which your hearing can be improved. Learn about common problems associated with hearing loss and the latest methods for treatment.

children & YOUNG ADULTS Snuggle Tales Story Time Monday, May 11 at 1:15

p.m. and Wednesday, May 13 at 7 p.m. Ages: 12months-36months (with parent or caretaker). Stories, songs, movement fun and a craft. Must be pre-registered. Tales for Tykes Tuesday, May 12 at 1:15 p.m. Story Time Fun for Children ages (3-5 years old). Must be pre-registered. Play Along Adventures Wednesday, May 13 or Thursday, May 14 at 11 a.m. Ages: 18months-36 months. Stories, games, and a craft will be shared with child and caretaker or parent. Children must be registered for either day. Must be pre-registered. Story and Craft Explorers Wednesday, May 13 at 4 p.m. Stories, games, and craft fun for all our (4-6 year old friends). Must be pre-registered. What’s Bugging You Wednesday, May 13 at 5:30 p.m. Grades: 2 & Up. Insect science, games, puzzles and a craft with Johnda Ferrari. Registration has begun.

Great Neck Library Audrey Hepburn: Portrait of a Lady presented by Marilyn Carminio at Station Branch Library Marilyn Carminio will examine, through discussion and film clips, the many phases of the life of the fabulous Audrey Hepburn including her continuing humanitarian legacy, on Monday, May 11 at 2 p.m. at the Station Branch Library, 26 Great Neck Road (2nd Level), Gardens at Great Neck shopping center. Young Audrey experienced the devastation of war first-hand as a child in occupied Holland during WWII. Although the war dashed her ambition to become a ballerina, she would eventually come to be one of the most admired screen actresses of all time. More than just a legendary figure of beauty, grace and charm, Audrey worked tirelessly as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador after retiring from the screen.

Marilyn Carminio began her career as a NYC school teacher and went on to hold various positions at women’s magazines such as Cosmopolitan, where she worked for Helen Gurley Brown, Elle and New Woman. Film at Station Branch All film matinees are now held at the Station Branch while the Main Library prepares for renovations. The next film will be shown on Thursday, May 14 at 2 p.m. at the Station Branch, The Gardens at Great Neck, 26 Great Neck Road, 2nd level (above Waldbaum’s). Refer to the Library Newsletter, film brochure or website for information on the films scheduled. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Arrive early as seating is limited. Priority seating is given to Great Neck School District residents. Please bring your Library card, driver’s license or other ID showing your

Great Neck School District address. The New York World’s Fairs: 1939 and 1964 presented by Ronald Marzlock Great Neck Library presentation hosted by Temple Beth-El of Great Neck Join noted historian Ronald Marzlock when he presents The New York World’s Fairs: 1939 and 1964, a slide presentation/talk and book signing on Sunday, May 17 at 2 p.m. at Temple Beth-El of Great Neck, 5 Old Mill Road, Great Neck, 11023. More people attended each of the two New York World’s Fairs than attended Woodstock, and the Fairs created lasting memories for generations of New Yorkers. Ronald Marzlock, author of The New York World’s Fairs: 1939 and 1964, along with commentary and personal anecdotes, presents an exciting PowerPoint pre-

sentation of 200 images of the Fairs, many taken behind the scenes and never before seen. Take a trip down memory lane and learn things about the Fairs that you never knew. Ronald Marzlock has a weekly local history column, “I Have Often Walked” in the Queens Chronicle for over 17 years. He launched Icon Archives in 1996, his library of local New York history images which have appeared in television documentaries, magazines, and books. Books will be available for purchase at the event. Temple parking is on Old Mill Road adjacent to the side entrance. Finance Committee Meeting A Finance Committee meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 13 at 7:30 p.m. at the Station Branch Library, 26 Great Neck Road (2nd level). All are welcome.

Budget Vote for Great Neck Library 2015/16 Budget The Budget Vote for the Great Neck Library 2015/16 Budget will be held on Tuesday, May 19, from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Where to Vote: Residents living SOUTH of the L.I.R.R. vote at the South High School, 341 Lakeville Road (south of the L.I.E.). Residents living NORTH of the L.I.R.R. vote at the E.M. Baker School, 69 Baker Hill Road. The proposed 2015/16 Library Budget was adopted on April 14, 2015 by the Board of Trustees. Seeking Prospective Candidates The Nominating Committee of the Great Neck Library will begin its search for prospective candidates for openings that will occur in January 2016 on the Board of Trustees and the Nominating Committee. At the end of January

2016, terms will expire for one four-year seat on the Board of Trustees currently held by Francine Ferrante Krupski, and two three-year seats on the Nominating Committee currently held by Stacee Bernstein and Andrew Dorf. Interested persons must be at least eighteen years of age or older and a resident of the Great Neck School District, and either have a valid Great Neck Library card or be a registered voter with the Nassau County Board of Elections by the Record Date of Monday, October 5, 2015. If you wish to be considered as a candidate for any of the above seats, please send a letter and resume so stating by Friday, June 19, 2015 to: The Chair of the Nominating Committee, c/o The Great Neck Library, Station Branch, 26 Great Neck Road (2nd level), Great Neck, NY 11021.

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NHP Knights host special tournament The New Hyde Park Knights 10th Annual Special Olympics Basketball Tournament was held at the New Hyde Park Memorial High School Saturday, April 18. The Teams where AHRC Stars, Commack Sharks, Long Island Lions, Nassau County PAL and the host NHP Knights. The Knights won some and lost some, but always played there hardest. Afterward, Head Coach Joe Abberton and his family, along with Coach Kevin, said how proud they were of the players. Thanks to the New Hyde Park Memorial High School, the New Hyde Park Memorial Key Club and all the volunteers. Photos/Michael Horan

David shoots for two against the Commack Sharks

NHP Knights players James and Michael before the start of the Tournament

eam huddle before the start of a game, with Coach Kevin

The singing of the National Anthem.

Mike taking a shot on basket

Kurt and Issaih, of the NHP Knights, doing a great job on defense

Debbie taking the ball down the court.

Issaih making a great layup shot scoring 2 points for the NHP Knights

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Katulak: your upcoming vote is an important one On May 19, residents of the New Hyde Park-Garden City Park School District will be asked to come to the polls to render their vote for a school budget and to determine which trustees they want to represent them on the school board. All people may think that this is a minor election however, it is extremely important for the children who live in our district and attend our elementary public schools. This year, due to the lobby efforts of our school board members, administrators, teachers, parents and community members, we saw an increase of state aid to our district of over $600,000. This last minute aid has enable us to design a fiscally responsible budget with a budgetto-budget expenditure increase of less than 2% and a tax cap levy of less than 1% while maintaining all academic programs and staff in their positions. We held numerous budget input sessions seeking advice from

Robert W. Katulak Superintendent of Schools, New Hyde Park-Garden City Park School District our consistency as to what they needed in our schools to provide a well-rounded education on the elementary level that lays a strong foundation to prepare our students to be career and college ready when they begin our high school. Each resident will receive a detailed budget Newsbrief mailed to your home in the next

few weeks with a clear accounting of what is in the budget and highlighting all the wonderful programs we are able to provide to our students due to your support. If you have been unable to attend our Board of Education meetings, we have posted our budget presentation on our website www.nhp-gcp.org. In addition to the presentation, we have also posted for total transparency of our budget, line-by-line expenditures which specific descriptions attached. Each year we also utilize savings from previous years to help keep the tax increases at a lower level. Due to the continue efforts of all of our budget builders, we have created a tight budget that successfully accommodates all our needs. In fact, the difference between a passed budget and a contingency budget will be less than $30 for the entire year for the elementary school budget portion for an average price home.

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Ten students from New Hyde Park Memorial High School took the 2014 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test and met the requirements to enter the 2016 National Merit Scholarship Program. Principal Dr. Richard Faccio congratulated Roby Daniel, Vishruth Girish, Grace Lee, Tanay Maddula, Vinay Maddula, Alicia Manjila, Emily Park, Nidhi Patel, Nimi Patel and Carolyn Wilson. The students are some of the 50,000 highest scoring participants of 1.5 million program entrants. They will receive recognition in the fall.

Herricks texbook pick-up, return dates Non-public school students in the Herricks UFSD can return/pick up textbooks at the Herricks Community Center, 999 Herricks Road. Return times – 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Books to be returned to room 105/214 b May 12 through July 10. Pick up times are from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Aug. 17 -25 in room 214 b.

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Two Floral Park Memorial High School students were state winners of the General Federation of Women’s Club’s Island-Metro District Cultural Arts Day. Congratulations to Lynnanne O’Rourke, who won second place for her poem and Tina Seuling, who placed third for her short story. The girls, who were sponsored by the Junior Women’s Club of Bellerose, received recognition at the General Federation of Women’s Clubs-New York State 121st Annual Convention in Saratoga Springs, New York. Floral Park Principal Dr. Kathleen Sottile and the rest of the administration congratulated O’Rourke and Seuling on their winning entries.

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Two students from Floral Park Memorial High School were named winners in the New York State PTA Reflections competition. Congratulations to senior Joseph Leone (Film Production) and seventh grade student Isabella Ramirez(Dance Choreography). The students’ winning entries will be displayed at the upcoming PTA National Convention in Niagara Falls on Nov. 13-15.

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Dates for South Spring Concerts The South Middle School Music Department is proud to present its Spring Concerts on Tuesday, May 13, and Wednesday, May 14, both evenings starting at 7:30 p.m. The Art Department will present its Spring Art Show from Tuesday, May 12–Friday, May 15. All events will be held at the school, 349 Lakeville Road. The May 13 Concert will feature Senior Orchestra, Chorus 7/8, and Senior Band. Classical selections performed will feature music by Haydn, Robert W. Smith, and Michael Sweeney. Popular works by Duke Ellington, One Direction, and music from John Williams’ movie scores will also be heard. The May 14 Concert will feature Orchestra 6, 6th-Grade Treble Chorus, and Band 6. Classical selections will feature music by Mozart, Robert Washburn, and Ed Huckeby. Popular works by Carrie Underwood and Taylor Swift, and music from The Little Mermaid will also be performed. As always, the concerts are free and the brief programs (under an hour) offer perfect opportunities to introduce children from pre-K through grade 5 to the concerts they may very well perform in the future. Instrumental students are taught by Department Head Alan Schwartz and Mark Boschen. Student Teacher Rachael Siegel will guest conduct two of the pieces presented. Choral students are taught by Shelley Willcox. Andrew DeNise is the music department teaching assistant. In addition to viewing the Art Show during school hours (May 12–15), evening concertgoers may also enjoy the exhibit on display in the school lobby. Included will be works by students in grades 6, 7 and 8. Featured will be the work of the eighth-grade Art Foundations classes, as well as a variety of drawings, paintings, prints, collages, and ceramics. South Middle’s art teachers are: Department Head Cynthia Smith, Geoffrey Mead, and Karla Krupala.

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Twenty-five students enjoyed lunch and a private session with author Sara Beth Durst

On Friday, May 1, the Herricks High School Music Department traveled to New Jersey to participate in the Music in the Parks Festival. At this event, held at Monroe High School, the ninth grade band, ninth grade orchestra and mixed chorus — under the direction of Scott Stickley, Catherine Fish, and Louise O’Hanlon, respectively — performed challenging concert programs for a panel of highly esteemed adjudicators, who offered comments and performance evaluations. All of the Herricks ensembles placed with very high Sewanhaka High School stu- work that goes into becoming a rankings and came home with trophies. Following the adjudication, dents received tips on what it writer. students spent the rest of the day at Six Flags Great Adventure During lunch, a group of 25 takes to become an author when celebrating their success. Sarah Beth Durst visited their students were invited to a private

Author S.B. Durst visits Sewanhaka

NHP students see artwork displayed The artwork of New Hyde Park Memorial High School students has been exhibited and awarded at local events around Long Island. Congratulations to Steven Cano, Ryan Licul and James Treadwell for participation in the Nassau Community College 17th annual Honors Program Art and Science Fair Competition. Licul received an honorable mention for photography, grade 10 at the event. The artwork of student Yardelis Dias and Miguel Guerra was exhibited at Long Island’s Best: Young Artists at the Heckscher Museum on March 21-April 19. Guerra received an excel- Miguel Guerra is pictured with lence in drawing award and his artwork at the Heckscher had his artwork published in the Museum. event’s program.

Pictured from left: Steven Cano, James Treadwell and Ryan Licul

The artwork of Yardelis Dias was also exhibited at the Heckscher Museum of Art.

school on April 17. Durst, who has published nine fantasy novels, spoke with groups of seventh-, eighth- and ninth-graders about her life and how she came to be an author. She also discussed her creative inspirations, and the hard

session with Durst, where they had the opportunity to ask her questions and learn more about her craft. The event was overwhelming successful, and the students enjoyed meeting and speaking with a published author.

S E WA N H A K A S O CIE T Y INDUCTS 110 Sewanhaka High School’s World Languages Honor Society inducted 110 students on April 16 at the Inn at New Hyde Park. World Language teacher Carmen Graci organized the induction ceremony, which is especially significant this year since Sewanhaka is now a member of the National World Languages Honor Society. Sewanhaka alumnus J.P. Tuberquia, who is currently enrolled in a master’s program for languages, served as keynote speaker. The students and their families enjoyed a wonderful dinner and had a great time at the event.

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Sewanhaka honors students at Achievement Awards Night Sewanhaka Central High School District administrators and Board of Education members celebrated the exceptional accomplishments of students at the district’s Achievement Awards Night, which was held at Sewanhaka High School. Honorees at the ceremony included recipients of various art awards, PTA Reflections winners, distinguished Key Club members and winners of SkillsUSA regional awards. Model UN students, who achieved recognition at conferences throughout the year, along with Long Island Science and Engineering Fair winners and members of the Robotics Club

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were also acknowledged. Superintendent Dr. Ralph Ferrie also recognized participants on the district’s Safety Committee, Wellness Committee and the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council. Elmont Memorial High School Principal John Capozzi, Floral Park Memorial High School Principal Dr. Kathleen Sottile, H. Frank Carey High School Principal Valerie Angelillo, New Hyde Park Memorial High School Principal Dr. Richard Faccio and Sewanhaka High School Principal Debra Lidowsky were also in attendance to applaud their students’ efforts.

1 South High School’s Theatre South’s Improv Troupe will be performing on Friday, May 15, at 7:30 p.m., at the school, 341 Lakeville Road. During the performance, students improvise and create characters and scenes based on ideas from the audience. The public is encouraged to attend Improv, always a popular event, to enjoy a spontaneous production by a talented cast. For more information, please contact Thomas Marr, drama teacher/director, at (516) 441-4873, or at tmarr@greatneck. k12.ny.us. Improv Troupe, front, from left: Benjamin Weber, Isabella Malfi, and Jack Doremus. Middle row, from left: Shayna Fishkin, Russell Katz (captain), and Jonathan Schindler. Last row, from left: Noah Harouche and Nathan Vallejo. Missing from photo: Kelly Gragossian (captain) and Hanna Zaretsky.

1. Floral Park student and Lion’s Club Regional Peace Poster Contest winner Kylie Brosnan is pictured with Principal Dr. Kathleen Sottile. 2. New Hyde Park distinguished Key Club members Sophia Anuth and Ashley Willoughby are pictured with Principal Dr. Richard Faccio. 3. Sewanhaka Model UN delegates Sephora Saint-Armand and Monique Vilme are pictured with Principal Debra Lidowsky.

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Model United Nations delegates from Sewanhaka High School volunteered their time to assist Elmont School District students during a recent visit to Hofstra University. The event, which was organized by Hofstra’s Model UN delegates and Dr. Rosanna Perotti, PhD, chair of the Department of Political Science, helped to prepare the elementary students for their upcoming Lee Marcus Model UN Conference. It also gave Sewanhaka students an opportunity to share their expertise with the youngsters. During the visit, members of Sewanhaka’s Model UN joined Hofstra’s Model UN delegates in evaluating the students written speeches based on content as well as Manor Oaks School had three winners in the PTA Reflections Contest. Valerie their articulation, posture and eye contact. Pictured from left: Sewanhaka Model UN Savage, Carolina Ginebra and Anabella Ginebra. This years theme was..The world would be a better place if... Congratulationss to the winners, who will be heading on advisor Michael Sakowich, Dr. Rosanna Perotti, Sidney Saint Hilare, Angie Persaud Shaheer, Khan Selina, Thomas Andreas Pavlou, Maryam Milan and Maryam Alam. to the next level of the contest- the Nassau County Level.

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Herricks council snags top award For its exemplary record of leadership, service, and activities that serve to improve the school and community, Herricks High School student council has been awarded a 2015 National Gold Council of Excellence Award by the National Association of Student Councils. “Receiving an NASC National Gold Council of Excellence Award reflects the highest dedication on the part of the school to providing a strong, well-rounded student council program,” said Ann Postlewaite, National Association of Secondary School Principals student programs director. “NASC applauds the work of the National Gold Councils of Excellence and challenges them to continue their leadership and service to their schools and communities.” To meet the requirements for the NASC National Council

of Excellence Award, a student council must meet a variety of criteria. In addition to basic requirements such as a written constitution, regular meetings, a democratic election process, and membership in NASC, councils demonstrate things such as leadership training for council members, teacher/staff appreciation activities, student recognition programs, school and community service projects, spirit activities, goal setting, financial planning, and active participation in state and national student council associations. Those councils awarded the gold level have successfully demonstrated the highest levels of leadership. To learn more about the National Council of Excellence Award, please visit www.nasc. us/ncoe.

Pictured from left: Shaheer Kahn, Hamza Akram, Aiza Chohan, Aroosa Ismail and David Somar.

Talent on display at Sewanhaka Follies Students and teachers from Sewanhaka High School brought their singing, dancing and other artistic abilities to the stage during the Sewanhaka Follies talent show, which was highlighted by musical hits from the 1980s. Directed by teacher George Tsolekas, the show allowed members of the school community to show off their unique talents, all while having a tremendous amount of fun. “This event makes me really happy,” Tsolekas said. “The

students exceed my expectations every year.” During the show, solo and group performances energized the crowd with musical performances, poetry readings and choreographed dance numbers. According to Assistant Principal Nichole Allen, students and teachers participating in the show were required to audition and spent a month preparing to perform. “Their talents are amazing to see,” Allen said.

Students from Sewanhaka visited many historic sights when the visited Paris and Barcelona during Spring Break.

Student take trip to France, Spain Sewanhaka students had an amazing time when they traveled to Paris and Barcelona on the school’s first-ever trip abroad. The trip took place over Spring Break and was chaperoned by World Language teacher Liliana Bascetta and Guidance Counselor Vincent Brazill. Students had an opportunity to use their language skills as they communicated with locals. They also took in many historical monuments,

including the Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame and Jardin du Luxembourg, where they learned to play Pétanque. During their visit, students explored the history and art of La Sagrada Familia and visited Parc Güell. They also used their language skills to successfully bargain at local stores and ordered a variety of different ethnic foods.

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The Town of North Hempstead Memorial Day Fireworks and Commemoration Ceremony will be held at North Hempstead Beach Park on Saturday, May 23. Musical entertainment will feature the Skyline Orchestra and Tusk, a Fleetwood Mac tribute band. Scenic North Hempstead Beach Park offers a walking path along the water, and picnic areas so visitors can enjoy an enjoyable start to the summer season. The beach will open at 3 p.m. with the program starting at 6:30 p.m. Fireworks will begin at darkness. Vehicles will be charged a $10 parking fee. For more information, please visit www.northhempsteadny.gov or call 311 or (516) 869-6311.

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TONH to hold next S.T.O.P. event at Tully Park May 17 The Town of North Hempstead is urging residents to clean out their garages, basements, attics and medicine chests and take advantage of the enhanced S.T.O.P (Stop Throwing Out Pollutants) program scheduled to take place on Sunday, May 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Michael J. Tully Park, located at 1801 Evergreen Avenue in New Hyde Park. Residents can return items such as aerosols, household chemicals, pesticides, disinfectants, fertilizers, pharmaceuticals, bulbs, thermostats, rechargeable and lithium batteries, TV’s, and computers. Please bring oil-based paints only. Latex and water-based paints will not be accepted at the S.T.O.P. collection site. Once dried out (usually 24-36 hours after the lid is removed), those paints can be placed in a trash bag and thrown out with your regular household garbage. Oil-based paints, on the other hand, are considered hazardous, and will be accepted at any S.T.O.P. Collection Day program. The Town of North Hempstead is proud to have been the first town in Nassau County to offer pharmaceutical collections, and residents have the opportunity to dispose of their unwanted or unused pharmaceuticals at each S.T.O.P. event. In seven years, the Town has diverted more than seven tons of unwanted drugs from landfills and protected our drinking water. In addition to protecting our envi-

ronment, the program prevents dangerous pharmaceuticals from getting into the wrong hands. By bringing this service to each community, North Hempstead strives to keep its children and environment safe. North Hempstead residents can also safely shred and dispose of personal documents, thereby minimizing the opportunity for identity theft, while at the same time making an invaluable contribution to the protection of the environment. Residents are invited to shred any personal paper documents and credit cards free of charge. Any commercial business documents including home offices will not be accepted. Residents are reminded there is a limit of 6 “Bankers Box” sized boxes or bags of paper per car, per event. Once the documents

are shredded, they will be placed into containers and sent directly to pulping mills. Every 2,000 pounds of paper the Town recycles equates to 17 trees saved. The Town of North Hempstead is proud to once again partner with Big Brothers Big Sisters, who will have a truck at the event accepting gently used and working clothes, stuffed animals, electronics, toys, sporting equipment, shoes, books, small area rugs, bikes, scooters, luggage, picture frames, table lamps, bolts of fabric, silverware, glassware, dishes, and cosmetics. Each resident will receive a receipt for their donation for income tax purposes. For more information on the S.T.O.P. program, please call 311 or e-mail recycle@northhempsteadny.gov.

The North Shore-LIJ Health System has been recognized as 2015 Top 5 Hospitals and Health Systems for Diversity by DiversityInc. For the past two years, North Shore-LIJ ranked No. 9 on the DiversityInc Top 10 Hospitals and Health System list. DiversityInc’s “Top 50 Companies for Diversity” recognition is based on performance in key areas of diversity management that include CEO and leadership commitment; talent pipeline; development; employee resource groups; and supplier diversity. Five years ago, North ShoreLIJ formalized its diversity, inclusion and health literacy strategy with a focus on enhancing the health needs of the diverse communities served. Advancing cultural and linguistic competence

and promoting effective health care communication are key components of the health system’s mission to provide excellent patient-centered care and eliminate health disparities. North Shore-LIJ is committed to attracting, developing and retaining a diverse and skilled workforce through its Business Employee Resource Group programs such as Veterans and Allies: Liaisons for Reintegration, which allows veterans, their families and those interested in veterans affairs to share information and it also provides mentorship opportunities for new veteran employees. In addition to services for veterans, North Shore-LIJ promotes diversity and inclusion in its education initiatives, community partnerships, policies and

hiring practices. “A customized delivery of healthcare incorporating cultural competency is integral to our clinical environment to meet our patients’ social, cultural and linguistic needs,” said Dr. Jennifer H. Mieres, North Shore-LIJ’s chief diversity and inclusion officer. With 19 hospitals in Westchester, Manhattan, Staten Island, Queens and Long Island, North Shore-LIJ serves many diverse populations in the New York metropolitan area. “As the health system continues to expand, diversity, inclusion and cultural competency are critical components of our mission to provide quality, patient-centered care,” said Barbara Felker, vice president of diversity and community engagement.

Supervisor Judi Bosworth and Solid Waste Management Authority Executive Director Igor Sikiric look on as the paper shredder is in action at a recent S.T.O.P. event.

Free prostate cancer program at winthrop Health system honored for diversity

As part of its ongoing Prostate Cancer Education Series, Winthrop-University Hospital’s Department of Urology will offer a free lecture, “Clinical Trials for Prostate Cancer Patients: Their Value to You,” on Wednesday, May 13, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The lecture will be followed by a Moderated Question and Answer Session at 7:30 p.m.. Both sessions will be held at the Winthrop Wellness Pavilion, 1300 Franklin Avenue, Suite ML-5 in Garden City. James Lewis, PA-C, from the Department of Urology at Winthrop-University Hospital, will explain the benefits of clinical trials – why they are important and their value to the patient. The question and answer session held at 7:30 p.m. will be

moderated by a nurse navigator and physician assistant affiliated with Winthrop’s Department of Urology. This Q & A will serve as an open discussion to address any and all questions relating to prostate cancer. It will be an excellent avenue through which newly diagnosed patients can learn about treatment options and patient experiences. The moderators will also address questions from those currently undergoing treatment. Individuals may attend the lecture and/or the question and answer session, however, seating is limited and reservations are required. To reserve a space or for further information, please call (516) 663-2316 or email prostatecancersupport@ winthrop.org.

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Manhasset hospital named in top 100 BY B I LL SAN ANTONIO

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North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset has been named one of the top 100 hospitals in America by Becker’s Hospital Review, a health-care industry publication. In a description of the list, which appears in alphabetical order on the publication’s website, Becker’s Hospital Review’s editorial team wrote: “Each organization on this list has a strong foundation of high-quality care, stellar credentials and a focus on doing what is right for the patients in its community. They are home to many medical and scientific breakthroughs, provide best-in-class patient care

and are stalwarts of their communities, serving as research hubs or local anchors of wellness.” To compile the list, Becker’s evaluated each hospital’s strengths for patient care as well as its rankings by other publications, such as U.S. News and World Report. North Shore Hospital, which is run by the North Shore-LIJ Health System, was rated the No. 9 hospital in New York by U.S. News and World Report in 2014, as well as No. 48 in neurology and neurosurgery. It received a “high-performing” rating in cancer, cardiology and heart surgery, diabetes and endocrinology, gastroenterology and GI surgery, geriatrics, gynecology, ne-

phrology, orthopedics, pulmonology and urology. Michael Dowling, president and chief executive officer of the North Shore-LIJ Health System, is on the advisory board of Becker’s Hospital Review. “It’s satisfying to see that our commitment to innovation and promoting good health has been recognized by a prestigious organization such as Becker’s Hospital Review,” said Dr. Alessandro Bellucci, the hospital’s executive director. “At North Shore, we stress the importance of going above and beyond the boundaries of traditional patient care, using research and community outreach to ensure the well being of the thousands of patients we serve.”

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Kate Murray (Levittown), the Nassau County Legislature’s Presiding Officer Norma Gonsalves said sex offender restrictions should be set by local governments “Representatives here at the local level know our community best, and know how to keep them the safest,” said Gonsalves, of East Meadow. The state legislation should be approved by the Assembly immediately so Nassau can implement our stricter restrictions on local convicted sex offenders.” State law places resi-

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Republican lawmakers, including State Sen. Michael Venditto, state Assemblyman Edward Ra, Nassau County Legislator Norma Gonsalves (first three from left) and Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray (right), called upon the state Assembly to pass legislation granting Nassau control over setting laws involving sex offenders.

dency restrictions only on Level 3 sex offenders at 1,000 feet away from a school campus, while Nassau County’s law sought to restrict Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 sex offenders from living within that same distance. Nassau County’s laws also prohibit convicted sex offenders of living within 500 feet of a park. Ra and Venditto sponsored state legislation to allow the county to set its own sex offender restrictions, which passed in the state Senate in February but has not yet come to a vote in the state Assembly. Following the state Court of Appeals ruling in favor of Woodmere resident Michael Diack, a convicted Level 1 sex offender, who challenged Nassau’s laws after being arrested in 2011 for living 500 feet away from LawrenceWoodmere Academy, Acting Nassau County District Attorney Madeline Singas called for the state Legislature to review local sex offender laws.

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EcoFest at Clark Botanic Garden The Town of North Hempstead hosted the 10th annual EcoFest this past weekend at Clark Botanic Garden in Albertson. The Hip Pickles entertained the crowd with their drum beats and Erikâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Reptiles returned to teach kids about wildlife while kids engage with live animals. The Central Park Zoo education department was also be on hand. Photos/Martha Gorfein

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Earth Day celebration draws 750 to museum BY C O L L I N L E A D B E AT E R The Nassau County Museum of Art celebrated Earth Day in record-breaking fashion in an event sponsored by Blue Ocean Wealth Solutions on Sunday, April 19. More than 750 people attended, which according to the museum’s public relations director Doris Meadows, was the most in the annual event’s history. “We had no idea (how many would attend),” Meadows said. “They had prepared for a large crowd, because of the fact there was no admission because of the sponsor. There was no admission to the museum all day, so people took advantage.” Meadows said the event was heavily promoted through the sponsor, advertisements and emails alerting the public. “We were reasonably confident that if the weather was nice, there would be a decent sized crowd,” Meadows said. “But you could never guess. But I do know they were prepared for a crowd.” The event, which was called “Art in Action,” was filled with demonstrations in the arts, science and the environment. Attendance fees were waived due to the sponsorship, which Meadows said most likely caused the spike in visitors. The museum worked in partnership with the Science Museum of Long Island and the New York Cosmos soccer team to provide attractions for children.

The Science Museum brought along animals for children to pet and hold “We often work with the Science Museum,” Meadows said. “They’ll bring animals, reptiles, whatever, as long as they are reasonably small and able to be handled. (The animals were) available for kids to watch and pick up in some instances.” The Cosmos players helped kids shoot a giant soccer ball, which was made out of recycled plastic bags, at a goal. “We knew it would be popular,” Meadows said. “Parents and children are looking for quality things to do on the weekend.” The biggest issues event planners faced with the increased crowd, according to Meadows, was handling the parking situation for guests. Finding an adequate number of parking guards and signs directing traffic flow was key to ensuring the event was a success. Another unpredictable issue that could have affected turnout, which planners had to deal with, was the weather, as the event was to be held rain-or-shine. Fortunately for them, the weather cooperated and the event was held as originally planned. As far as how the future looks, it may be too early for specifics, but Meadows said the event will continue on. “There’s always an Earth Day related event each year,” Meadows said.

DWI arrest on Northen State B y A dam L idgett A New York State police officer from the Lake Success station arrested a Kings Park man Sunday night for drunken driving on the Northern State Parkway with his two children in the car, state police said. Anthony Martarana, 30, was stopped at 10:50 p.m. May 3 for speeding on the Northern State Parkway near exit 32 in Westbury, after which the state trooper smelled alcohol on Martarana’s breath, police said.

Martarana failed a sobriety test, police said, and had a .08 percent BAC according to a breath test. Two children — one three and the other five — were in the car at the time of his arrest, according to a statement from police. They were turned over to a family member. Martarana is charged with felony DWI with children younger than 16 under Leandra’s Law and a misdemeanor charge of endangering the welfare of a child as well as traffic violations, according to police.

Southbound traffic between Northern Boulevard and the Long Island Expressway service road was closed early Saturday after a car struck a power pole, causing a power line to fall on the roadway across from Christopher Morley Park, officials said. The crash took place around 2 a.m. and caused

the power line to split, dispatching PSEG Long Island crews to the site throughout the afternoon, said PSEG spokeswoman Elizabeth F. Flagler. The motorist, Pablo A. Alvarez of Yonkers, was not injured in the crash but was arrested on drunk driving charges, a Nassau County police spokeswoman said. “He veered off the road and hit the telephone

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Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray (left) presents an official Town of Hempstead Certificate of Recognition to Joseph Mazza, of New Hyde Park, at a “wrapup” luncheon for VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) Program volunteers and thanked him for his participation in the program. Mazza has also served as the volunteer coordinator of the program for the past few years. Through the town’s Department of Senior Enrichment, VITA volunteers are trained in the latest IRS regulations and assigned to local libraries and town senior centers throughout the tax season. VITA preparers provide free assistance to seniors and residents with limited incomes the preparation of their federal and state income tax returns.

NS-LIJ recognized for ‘patient engagement’

The North Shore-LIJ Health System was recently recognized by the National Patient Safety Foundation and EngagingPatients.org with the John Q. Sherman Award for Excellence in Patient Engagement. The award recognizes North ShoreLIJ for its efforts to empower consumers with their “eight patient rights” such as the right to understand, participate and consent to care. North Shore- LIJ created a structured, system-wide approach to standardize how patient identification is completed for every patient at every encounter. All North Shore-LIJ staff who have papole,” the spokeswoman tient contact have been trained and edusaid. No PSEG customers in the area were affected by the accident, Flagler said. Northbound traffic Seniors and their families are invited from Searingtown Road to Northern Boulevard was to attend Winthrop-University Hospital’s also slowed, as well as free program, “Healthy Eating: Tips for east and westbound traf- Success,” on Wednesday, May, 13, at 1:15 fic along Northern Boule- p.m. The program will be held at the Minevard. The roadway re- ola Community Center, located at 155 opened around 7 p.m. Washington Avenue in Mineola (one block south of Jericho Turnpike. Saturday, Flagler said.

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cated on the eight patient rights and eight critical process steps to ensure patient safety. There have also been technological advances, such as a barcoding system for medication, to aid with patients receiving the proper medication and dosages. “Our staff takes pride in partnering with our patients, promoting patient safety and improving the patient experience. This program standardized practices and has allowed us to make significant strides with measurable improvement in this area,” said Dr. Mark Jarrett, North ShoreLIJ’s chief quality officer. North Shore-LIJ received the honor during the 2015 NPSF Patient Safety Congress in Austin on April 30.

Senior healthy eating seminar Jocelyn Goldstein, clinical dietitian at Winthrop, will discuss balancing a diet with nutrients specific to senior health, low sodium eating, tips for shopping, eating out, and meal suggestions. A question and answer period will follow the lecture. The program begins with the lecture at 1:15 p.m. and will be followed by blood pressure checks at 2:45 p.m.

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Business&RealEstate

Market up trend likely to continue Inventory is at a Historic low, so where will prices go???? The market is zooming along and sellers are receiving excellent prices and interest rates are still below 4%! Will the market continue its upswing? This author believes it will as long as interest rates stay within a reasonable range 4-6%, which I believe they will and no major catastrophic events occur that would affect our economy. Jobs are being created on average of 269,000 per month over the last 12 months (Bureau of Labor Statistics April 2015). Unemployment in 2009 was around 10% and now it is steady @ 5.5%, so things have greatly improved (Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2015. This will only continue to enhance our real estate market. The Millenials and Generation Xerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s will be growing

the demand by leaps and bounds over the 1-5 years (42% of millennials want to buy compared with 31% of Generation Xerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s). There are 87 million Millenials (ages 23-34, born 1981-1992) will over take the Generation Xerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (ages 35-50, born 19651980) and are the largest group ever to enter the market second to the 76 Million baby boomers, after WWII. (U.S. News & World Report Dec 2014 & Stan Humphries, Chief Economist @ Zillow) The individuals and families that are able to stay local within the New York region will do so, because their earnings warrant it. Many builders throughout the country are building lower cost homes that are more affordable to attract the large groups of potential purchasers. Long Island tends to have a higher cost

gions. The brain drain has been occurring for many, many years, due to the high cost of housing and the only way to slow it down is to have that lower cost housing in downtowns and areas where smaller and lower cost homes

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factor for housing, which is driving many to leave New York (we have lost over 3 million residents to other states from 2000-2010, Forbes Magazine Jan. 2015) for other lower cost regions in the southern, central and western re-

can be constructed, with government assistance, which in some situations is happening. Will the no taxes for 10 years plan by Cuomo help reduce this exodus and bring more businesses and residents here? Time will tell.

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Pines pool to host open house celebration BY B I LL SAN ANTONIO

The Roslyn Pines Swim and Tennis Club will kick off its summer season with an open house for prospective members on May 16, complete with live musical performances, free yoga and tennis clinics and arts and crafts. The celebration will run from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the pool, located at 38 Pool Drive in Roslyn. Single adult summer membership is $930. A family of five may join the pool for $2,300 for the summer. Weeklong trial memberships are also offered. The day’s amenities include two performances by School of Rock stu-

dents and teachers, as well as a yoga lesson by Practice: Mind Body Soul Yoga. School of Rock and Practice are two of the pool’s community business partners. Arts and crafts and a tennis clinic will also be offered during the afternoon. The pool celebrated its 60th anniversary last year, and its board members have said there was an increase in membership one year after the board slashed rates and enlisted the help of the Village of Roslyn to bring in more members. Last summer, the pool added the Port Washington eatery Wings Plus to Roslyn Pines Swim and Tennis Club its snack bar.

Nov. deadline puts school aid in question Continued from Page 1 plan that will require negotiations with district teachers unions and then submit the plan to the state for its okay as early as the beginning of September to meet the November deadline. “[The deadline is] ludicrous, completely out of touch with the way public schools work,” said Great Neck Superintendent Tom Dolan, whose district could lose $460,000. “The teachers aren’t here for the summer — how would we negotiate with them?” The money on the line — restorations of funds from the Gap Elimination Adjustment — range on the North Shore from $121,000 for the East Williston School District to $1.6 million for the Sewanhaka School District. If they fail to meet the deadline, the Roslyn School District could lose $228,000, the Manhasset School District could lose $227,000, the Port Washington School District would lose $388,000 and the New Hyde Park-Garden City Park School District could lose $201,000. Some districts, including Herricks and Mineola, decided against including the aid in their budget proposals, a luxury not all districts can afford, Mineola Superintendent Michael Nagler said. The fixed deadline, Nagler said, also puts administrators at a disadvantage when negotiating with teachers, noting the irony that districts may need to pay teachers to come in over the summer to negotiate their contracts. “We’re not including what I’m calling the hostage money,” said Nagler, whose district could lose $342,000. “While I have every intention of filing [the evaluation plans] on time, I am concerned that the negotiation that’s involved with that is one-sided if we have the money in

the budget.” In response to the school districts’ concerns, Board of Regents Chancellor Merryl Tisch has directed the education department to find an administrative solution to extend the deadline, focusing her attention on a clause in the legislation that allows the deadline to be pushed back for districts that can prove “hardship” in complying. “Over the past few weeks, I’ve heard from administrators, teachers and school boards across the state. They’re concerned about the very tight time frame, and they’re right,” Tisch said in a statement. “And I’m worried about the fiscal implications for districts that can’t meet the deadline. Students should not be denied resources because of adult disagreements.” Regent Roger Tilles, who represents Nassau and Suffolk, said the board would look to define hardship as broadly as possible but is limited by the legislation in how far it can go. “Don’t know yet what we can do in the definition, but I will be trying to define it to be as flexible as we can and the other Regents will also,” Tilles said. “If it were up to me, I would define hardship as meeting the deadline, which is an unrealistic deadline.” A spokesperson for Gov. Andrew Cuomo referred Blank Slate Media to a recent quote by the governor in which he said the hardship extension sounds reasonable as long as it is “the exception and not the rule.” The education department has yet to release information to districts on how to apply for the hardship extension, which would push the deadline to September 2016. “I think everybody is to apply for it, but what posi-

tion they take is a whole different story,” Nagler said. “I’m most likely going to apply, whether or not they accept me as a hardship is a different story.” Legislators, including state Assemblywoman Michelle Schimel (D-Great Neck) have supported dropping the Nov. 15 deadline altogether, saying the legislative wording gives the regents the authority to do so through the hardship clause. Herricks Superintendent of Schools John Bierwirth, who is testifying on behalf of the superintendents association, said the state should formulate a default plan that would automatically go into place if districts could not agree prior to the deadline. “We think that instead of penalizing students because adults can’t agree, the way to do this is to say that there should be a state devised default plan which would be automatically implemented if the adults can’t agree on what the terms should be,” said Bierwirth, whose district would lose $532,000. “We did not think the students should be penalized.” Bierwirth said that in the past Herricks could prepare for evaluation overhauls ahead of time, but this year too much remains up in the air. “There’s nothing definitive on a lot of critical issues,” he said. “A lot of critical issues are under rather contentious discussions.” Carlo Prinzo, the vice president of the Manhasset Board of Education, said the mandated changes put districts in a position of uncertainty. “I’m starting to feel like there’s a lot of strings connected to state aid all of a sudden. I’m not sure that we as a community want those strings,” Prinzo said.

Labor board reviews Bow Tie Squire Cinema Continued from Page 23 set and Roslyn. But union officials said the organizing efforts were so far limited to Great Neck. Philip Mortensen, an attorney for Bow Tie, said his client does not wish to comment on the case at this time. Waddy said even when a company asks its employees if they support unionization, it send a “chill” into the air. “The [Squire] workers are scared,” Waddy said. “Some of them were so scared we had to

pull the election because the government said it wouldn’t be a fit environment to vote in.” That, she said, is why the union filed an Unfair Labor Practices charge with the NLRB against Bow Tie Cinemas in February. “[The government has] taken testimony from several workers,” Waddy said. “Many workers have confirmed to us that the company has outright asked them if they were looking to join a union.” She said that when compa-

nies find out their workers are trying to unionize, they will typically hire attorneys who will advise the company not the intimidate workers out of unionizing. “It’s as illegal as it gets,” Waddy said. The UFCW Union, which is part of the AFL-CIO, represents about 1.3 million workers who primarily work in grocery and retail stores, food processing and meat packing, according to their website. In her experience, Waddy said, companies try to avoid em-

ployees unionizing because they don’t like employees to have contracts that restrict management’s prerogatives. “A lot of times people think a company doesn’t want unions for economic reasons, which is a huge reason, but they also wouldn’t want anyone telling what they want to do,” Waddy said. “Right now, the company is free to do what want — they can hire and fire anyone they want.” Most movie theater are not unionized, Waddy said, because of relatively high employee turn-

over. The unionization of the Squire, she said, could pave the road for other theater workers to unionize. Valente said employees are unhappy with their low wages, lack of raises and erratic scheduling, sometimes finding out when they work the day before they have a shift. She has said the scheduling makes it difficult for part-time workers, like her, to find other jobs. She also said employees worked throughout the holidays without holiday pay.

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JCRC honors teens at Day of Remembrance Assemblywoman Michelle Schimel was a keynote speaker at the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) annual Day of Remembrance in Nassau County to reflect and recognize the work of youth in creating a more civil society. The Leo A. Guthart Cultural Center Theater at Hofstra University was standing room only for the event held in partnership with Nassau County’s State Senate Delegation and Nassau County’s State Assembly Delegation. Schimel welcomed her colleagues in the State Legislature, the parents, and honored students to this remarkable event.

Her remarks began with a quote from Anne Frank, “Despite everything, I believe that people are really good at heart…Everybody has inside of him a piece of good news. The good news is that you don’t know how great you can be! How much you can love! What you can accomplish! And what your potential is.” She noted that the students were nominated by their schools for projects including working toward Eagle Scout Badges, LGBT programming, anti-bullying initiatives, community service, world service in Thailand, Nicaragua, Model UN, and B’nai Brith. Boy Scouts,

David Newman, JCRC-LI executive director, talked about how inspiring it was to be in a room with young adults who are committed to do good deeds. The Long Island Chapter of the JCRC reaches out to educate and continue building relationships to help unite our communities. Survivor Ethel Bauer Katz was also honored. She shared her story of the horrors experienced by Jewish survivors who hid during the Holocaust. Rabbi Michael Stranger of Old Westbury Hebrew Congregation recited the memorial prayer to remember the six million Jews killed in the Holocaust. Maytal Babajanian was honored from Herricks High School.

HMTC to recognize Town set to host 6th Armerian Genocide Asian-American fest

The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County presents a program, “We Remember… We Recognize: Armenian Genocide Centennial Commemoration, 1915-2015,” on Saturday, May 30, at 2 p.m. Zohrab Mnatsakanyan, Armenia’s permanent representative to the United Nations, and Dr. Suren Manukyan, deputy director of the Armenian Genocide Museum and Institute in Yerevan, Armenia, will be the guest speakers. Rev. Fr. Abraham Malkhasyan and the youth choir from the Armenian Church of the Holy Martyrs in Bayside will also be participating by singing traditional Armenian songs and reading Survivor testimo-

nies. A special multimedia exhibit and artifacts will accompany the program. The display will present the history of the genocide, including archival footage and testimony. An exhibit on Armenian Americans created by students from the Armenian Church of the Holy Martyrs will also be included. A donation of $10 is suggested. To RSVP please contact Deborah Lom at (516) 571-8040, ext. 107 or dlom@holocaust-nassau.org. The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County is located at 100 Crescent Beach Rd. Glen Cove.

The Town of North Hempstead announced that the 6th annual AsianAmerican Festival will be held on May 16 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at North Hempstead Beach Park. Since the first Asian-American Festival in 2010, members of the North Hempstead community have celebrated the Asian cultures represented in North Hempstead yearly during Asian Heritage Month. The celebration includes live music from bands from around the world, food from local restaurants, and cultural activities. The festival promises to be

fun for the whole family. There will be a lively market and cultural food representing North Hempstead’s growing ethnic diversity, with food and fun from China, India, Japan, Pakistan, Korea and many more! This year, events will include a tea ceremony, Chinese lion dancers, traditional Korean dresses, henna body tattoos as well as vendors selling traditional Indian, Chinese and Korean clothing. The event is free to attend; there is a $10 parking fee per vehicle. For more information, please call 311 or (516) 869-6311.

NHP firm central player in Skelos, Silver probes Continued from Page 1 for work he never performed. It also led Dorego to push the CEO of AbTech Industries, an environmental company in which Dorego and Litwin both owned stakes, to hire Adam as a consultant for $4,000 per month. When AbTech later won a $12 million Nassau County water-treatment contract — despite a lower bid submitted by a different company — Dorego sent an email to an AbTech executive cooperating with prosecutors that said “dad called” and Sen. Skelos threatened to quash the contract unless Adam were paid more, according to prosecutors. Adam Skelos’ monthly allotment jumped to $10,000. Authorities arrested both Skeloses on Monday. Dorego received immunity in exchange for his cooperation, according to

prosecutors. “When all was said and done, Dean Skelos is charged with having caused more than $200,000 to be paid to Adam Skelos in exchange for backdoor bribes,” FBI Assistant Directorin-Charge Diego Rodriguez said in a statement. The criminal complaints depict Glenwood as a company with tremendous access, engaging in frequent meetings between Litwin, Dorego or Glenwood lobbyists and the state’s most powerful figures. Skelos in turn took official actions that benefitted Glenwood by voting for legislation lobbied for by the company, including the renewal of a tax abatement, an expansion of the tax abatement program in 2013 and a rent regulation law in 2013 called “crucial” to Glenwood, prosecutors.

Glenwood owns about 8,700 apartments and 20 apartment buildings in New York City, and 8,700 apartments in New York City, most of which receive tax abatements. Litwin, a major philanthropist and co-founder of the Litwin-Zucker Research Center in Manhasset, also ranks among the state’s largest political donors. In 2013 alone, Litwin paid more than $1 million in campaign contribution payments, making him the second highest donor in the state, according to the New York Public Interest Research Group. (Capital New York reports Litwin contributed more than $3.6 million in 2014 and was the highest donor.) Using dozens of Limited Liability Companies to legally flout campaign contribution limits, Litwin directly or indirectly made

at least 1,834 contributions worth $13.2 million dollars between 2000 and 2014, according to figures compiled by the Gotham Gazette. During that period, Litwin donated $1.1 million to the New York State Senate Republican Campaign Committee and $1 million to Cuomo’s 2014 reelection bid. He was by far the largest donor to the campaigns of Cuomo, state Attorney General Eric Schneiderman and state Comptroller Tom DiNapoli, and the driving force behind New York’s real estate PACs, including one that attacked Senate Democrats. Litwin contributed $110,000 to Skelos’ campaign, $59,000 to now-Rep. Kathleen Rice and $45,000 to state Sen. Jack Martins. Overall, he contributed large sums to dozens of political organizations and elected offi-

cials across New York — Republican and Democrat alike. “They are equal opportunity givers,” Susan Lerner, executive director of the good-government group Common Cause, told Capital New York about Dorego and Litwin “They have used the L.L.C. loophole for the benefit of the governor, and various committees and other legislators. I don’t believe there is anybody they don’t contribute to in some way.” A New York Times article following the arrest of Silver painted Litwin as “a shy, soft-spoken, compact billionaire” who went to the office in New Hyde Park six days per week well into his 90s. “Lennie ran that company in his late 90s and his mind was sharp as a tack,” Jeffrey Gural, a friend of Litwin and big player in real estate, told the Times. “Ev-

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English arack Obama’s solution to the worst economic disaster since the Great Depression was a massive government spending spree. Looking back, that really shouldn’t have surprised us at all. Pouring in unlimited taxpayer’s money for every imaginable entitlement program is every socialist’s dream. The country decided to try his approach, and voted for this inexperienced, left-wing, college professor. Not once!! But twice ! You think we would have learned a lesson from history. He jumped at the opportunity and started his spending spree with a $787 billion dollar job’s program, knowing full well that he needed to produce a minimum of 200,000 new jobs a month, just to replace retiring or deceased workers and population increases. Now, almost seven years later, when his policy has not even come close to producing his promised results, and “bridges to nowhere” are still fresh in our memory, we are stuck with his excuses, and of course, a $18 trillion debt. So many people were seduced by this charismatic President. He told them that spending such a huge amount of money, coupled with an isolationist foreign policy and negotiating with the worst terrorist regimes on the planet, was the answer to all our mounting problems. Instead, the problems were exacerbated and a cloud of incompetency and even criminality looms over his administration. Every day we are confronted with a “patronage system gone wild.” We watched as Obama’s friends were enriched and his enemies were punished. Under the guise of fear-mongering, race-batting, party loyalty and global warming, new multimillionaires are coming out of the woodwork. Insiders, like Al Gore (may be worth as much as one trillion dollars!) Harry Reid ($10 million) and Bill and Hillary Clinton ($5 billion!) have benefitted from joining his team. Remember when Hillary tearfully told us in January 2001 that: “Bill and I were broke when we left

Tutor the White House”? What an amaz-

ing comeback. Even though Barack Obama’s stated goal was to provide a “strong, sustainable, recovery”, some of you still believe his rhetoric and are satisfied with his mediocre or even nonexistent results. Furthermore, unless his accumulated debt is somehow paid back, historians may view this as the largest Ponzi scheme in U.S. history. The following should be read by anyone who only gets their information from MSNBC and The New York Times. Anyone who reads the Wall Street Journal and watches Fox Business is well aware of these gruesome statistics. 1 - Our economy has only grown at a seasonally adjusted rate (GDP) of 1.8 percent, the lowest in 70 years! But wait a minute! Under Obama-economics it is even getting worse. In the first quarter of 2015 our economy only “grew” at 0.02 percent. That’s a disaster. And please all you Obama lovers out there. Please don’t insult me by blaming the weather. It also snowed during Reagan and Clinton’s years as well. 2 - We have a pitiful 62 percent employment rate. This rate, not the unemployment rate, is the most accurate indicator of the health of our workforce. It’s the lowest it’s been in decades!! Fewer people are working! Got it? Less people are paying taxes! More people are collecting government aid. We are slowly going broke and becoming a welfare society. 3 - If you discount part time workers and those who have stopped looking for full-time employment, the actual unemployment rate is 11 percent, not the 5.8 percent President Obama continuously brags about. As you can see, his numbers are “fudged”. 4 - On average only 197,000 new jobs were produced each month during the first quarter of this year. Not enough to even stay current! 5 - We are stuck with 2.6 million long term unemployed( over 3 months!!). Doesn’t that scare you? 6 - Presidents Reagan and Obama both inherited recessions.

Yet President Reagan’s economic policies resulted in more than 300,000 new jobs each month. 7 - We now have an 18 trillion dollar debt, which is projected to grow to 20 trillion by the time Obama leaves office!! The interest on the debt alone is mind boggling . The President borrowed more in six years than all the previous presidents combined. Why doesn’t that worry you? Don’t you care that your grandchildren will be paying off your debt. 8 - Do you remember when the President proudly proclaimed: “My administration created or saved 2 million jobs.” I beg you. Please tell me what a saved job is. Since when is a saved job the same as a new job? It’s only found in Obama’s world of make believe economics. In case you are interested, these jobs came with quite a price tag. What does spending $787 billion dollars and producing two million jobs come to ? Oh my G_d !! I think that’s about $400,000 per job? There are too many zeros to figure that one out!! Will some math major out there please figure it out for me? I’ve got to get going. The President is giving another one of his rah-rah speeches in front of some grinning, deliriously exuberant, student audience. Wouldn’t you be all smiles too: 1 - if he just told you he was forgiving your $100,000 student loans. Taxpaying citizens, like your friends and neighbors, will “gladly” pick up the bill for you!! 2 - if he said how wonderful the job market is for poetry majors. 3 - And he wants to raise the minimum wage again so you can continue working at Burger-King and writing your iambic pentameter. I don’t want to burst your bubble, but why do you think Obama has been so nice to you? It’s so you will keep on voting Democratic. At least until our money runs out. Dr. Stephen Morris DDS North Hills

Kudos for Baltimore mom

et me applaud super mom in Baltimore named Toya Graham for stepping up to the plate and slapped her son Michael and taking him home during the violence in Baltimore. Her 16-year-old son would have been hurt and intended to hurt more Baltimore Police officers

with rocks. It is times like this that parents need to take the upper hand and put boundaries and curfews for their children. Children and teens stay out of trouble when parent are involved. Like a saying that is posted on one of our TV stations that has

said for years,” It is 10 p.m. do you know where your children are ? And for Toya Graham I say,” kudos, for being concerned for your son and doing the right thing !” Frederick R. Bedell Jr. Glen Oaks Village

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Situation Wanted A NURSING AIDE/COMPANION SEEKING position to take care of your elderly loved one. Experience and very good references. Live in or out. Driver. Light housekeeping, shopping, doctor appointments, etc. 516-353-9686, 347-257-4084 BABYSITTER / NANNY: Garden City college students available June-August. Clean driver’s license, own transportation. College athlete, good with children of all ages. Fun, caring, compassionate. References available. Call/text Brianna 516-670-2798 Call/text Shana 516-782-2506 BABYSITTER AVAILABLE FT/ PT: Experienced with children of all ages. A very responsible, caring, loving, punctual and nurturing caregiver. Clean driver’s license and has a car. Excellent references. Long term or just summer babysitting. Please contact me at 516-509-6994 BABYSITTER: AVAILABLE FT/ PT Outgoing, punctual, patient. 5 years experience, CPR certified. Licensed driver. Excellent references. Call Dianna 516-984-2171

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CERTIFIED HOME HEALTH AIDE: looking for immediate full or part time work caring or the elderly 5 or 7 days per week. References available, valid driver’s license. Anita 347-729-9875 or 954-260-1588

HOUSE CLEANER AVAILABLE Good references. MondaySaturday. Experienced. Own car. Will provide own supplies. Free estimates. 516-485-3543, cell 516-661-5282

SUMMER BABYSITTER/NANNY: Garden City Boston College Nursing Student with own transportation is available for full time babysitting July & August and part time /occasional sitting May & June. Contact Regan @ 516-633-4549

TO ALL EMPLOYERS We offer the following services: Companions, Home Health Aides/Elder Care Nights, Days Child Care and Housekeeping Live In or Live Out Laborers, Housekeepers No Fee to Employers Evons Employment & Services 516-505-5510

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT with over 20 years experience available for long term care or the elderly with dementia, alzheimer’s. Medication reminders, doctor visits, activities of daily living. Excellent references, flexible hours. Call Ms. Daley 516-2043655, Ms. Henry 516-850-4258 or Ms. McCallum 516-232-0620

HOUSECLEANING Young Ukranian woman seeking cleaning/ housekeeping jobs. Years of experience. References available. Call Svitlana 516-567-5003

CHILD CARE PROVIDER: Seeking position for child care. Five years experience with previous family, 10 years with another. Live in or live out. References available. Also available as companion on weekends on request. Call 516486-2177 or 516-943-5726 CLEANING LADY AVAILABLE Cleans, organizes. English speaking, honest, reliable. excellent references. Own transportation. Call 516-225-8544 CLEANING TEAM AVAILABLE: English speaking Polish women available to clean homes, apartments and offices. Also available to help with your parties at home, serving, setting up, clean up. Excellent references. Please call 516-564-0139 CNA / HHA AVAILABLE immediately. Experienced. Seeking FT or PT live in or live out. Excellent references. Valid driver’s license. Please call 469-223-8501 DOMESTIC HELP: House, Office, Apartment Cleaning Available. Monday through Saturday. Experience and references. Own transportation. English speaking. Please call 516-445-2901 or 631524-9996 please leave message ELDER CARE GIVER seeking live in or live out job. Flexible hours. Excellent references. 10 yrs experience. Call Maria: 516-732-2189 ELDER CARE: AIDE/COMPANION with 15 years experience available to care for elderly. Days, nights, weekends. Own car. Excellent references. Call 516-353-1626 HOME CARE EXPERIENCED & RELIABLE Available woman seeks position Monday through Friday or weekends pt/ft. Will provide quality care for you or a loved one. References available. Licensed drive with car. Please call Sonia 516-385-1455

CAREGIVER AVAILABLEExperienced woman seeks full time position to care for your sick or elderly loved one. Live in. Very reliable, non driver, references available. Call May 516-292-2662

HOME HEALTH AIDE / CNA Certified CNA seeking full time, live in or live out position to care for elderly. 25 yrs experience. Administer medications, light house keeping, cooking, laundry. Will work flexible hours. Please call 347-707-3498

CERTIFIED CNA With 20 years experience available. Flexible hours Full Time or Part Time. Honest and reliable. Able to work days, nights or weekends. Also available for sleep in. Call Barber 516-468-1340

HOME HEALTH AIDE Experienced woman with excellent references seeks FT live in position to take care of your sick or elderly. References available. Call Claudette 347-595-5491

HOUSEKEEPING, ELDERLY CARE OR BABYSITTING: Full time or weekends, 18 years experience. Please call 516-236-1711 or 718-506-7529 MOTHER’S HELPER / BABYSITTING Rising GCHS senior, member of ABC Beach Club & GC Pool looking for a mother’s helper / babysitting job. Reliable & references available. Available mid JuneSept 1. Call or text Catherine @ 297-9823 NANNY F/T with 15years experience seeking position to care for your newborn & older children. References available. Trustworthy, loving, reliable. 15 years with 3 Garden City families. Driver’s license. Call 516-776-1808 NANNY/BABYSITTER FT/PT w/ 10 yrs experience. Excellent references. Elementary teaching experience. See review in mommybites.com. Please call Angela 516-330-0230 or email: angelamargoth@yahoo.com

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ANDY FOUNDATION YARD SALE Saturday May 9th 9 am - 2 pm St. Paul’s Field House 295 Stewart Ave Garden City Furniture, golf clubs, bikes, jewelry, books, art, housewares, tools, clothes, holiday items and more!!!

Adoption UNPLANNED PREGNANCY? Caring licensed adoption agency provides financial and emotional support. Choose from loving preapproved families. Call Joy toll free 1-866-922-3678 or confidential email: Adopt@ForeverFamiliesThroughAdoption.org

Marketplace ANTIQUE LOVERS TAKE NOTE: Brimfield, MA starts Tuesday, May 12th. 5,000 dealers of Antiques/Collectibles. Visit: www.brimfield.com for info on 20 individual show openings. May 12th17th 2015. GARAGE SALE GARDEN CITY May 8 & May 9 9am-4pm 141 Brook St GREAT BARGAINS !! Silver, china, linens, curtains, hardware, kitchen, furniture and MUCH MORE !! GARAGE SALE GARDEN CITY Fri 5/8 9am4pm Sat 5/9 9am-3pm 44 Hilton Ave Tandem kayak, grandfather clock, tools, clothes, games, cds, dvds & much more! NEW HYDE PARK GARAGE SALE HUGE Multi-Family Sale May 16 9am-3pm Lawrence Street (East of New Hyde Park Rd) Something for Everyone! Rain date May 30 PRIVACY HEDGE SPRING BLOW OUT SALE. 6’ Arborvitae (cedar) reg. $129 NOW $59. FREE installation/ delivery. Call TODAY. Limited supply 518-5361367. www.lowcosttrees.com

Wanted to Buy CASH BUYER! Buying ALL Gold & Silver coins, Stamps, Paper Money, Comic Books, entire collections, Estates. Travel to your home. Call Marc in NY 1-800-959-3419

*BROWSE *SHOP *CONSIGN A.T. STEWART EXCHANGE CONSIGNMENT SHOP 109 Eleventh Street Garden City 11530 516-746-8900 China, Silver, Crystal, Jewelry, Artwork, Furniture, Antiques, Collectibles Tues-Fri 10-4 Sat 12-4 Every Tuesday: 10% Senior Citizen Discount. All proceeds benefit The Garden City Historical Society email: store@ atstewartexchange.org www.gardencityhistoricalsociety. org INVITED SALES by TRACY JORDAN Live and Online Auction House, Estate Sales, Appraisals and Consignment Shoppe. 839 Stewart Avenue Garden City 11530 516-279-6378 www.invitedsales.com Mon-Fri 10-6pm Sat 105pm, Sun 12-5pm Located next to the La Quinta and behind the Garden Gourmet Deli. Live Auctions Monthly! Free walk-in evaluations for items to be considered for Live Auction every Tuesday and Thursday 10am-2pm. No appointment necessary. Auctions are live every Wednesday from 8am-8pm and pre-bids are accepted at anytime. Visit www.invitedsales.com and click on the online auctions tab. Visit www.invitedsales.com to see pictures and information regarding our upcoming tag sales and estate sales. Our 50% off room is open everyday and includes items that have been in our shoppe for more than 60 days. To receive discount coupons and promotional information, join our email list. Text “invited” to 22828 and enter your email address when prompted. Consignments are taken by appointment to provide you with the best service. Please call the shoppe at 516-2796378 to schedule an appointment or email pictures of your items to info@invitedsales.com. We can provide fair market values on any item that you may want to sell, consign or enter into auction. If you need advice on hosting a sale, selling an item or liquidating an estate, please call Tracy Jordan at the shoppe or directly at 516-567-2960

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LOOKING TO BUY! Records, oriental items, clothing, art, old & modern furniture, estates, jewelry, silver, glassware, dishes, old photos, coins & stamps, flatware. Call George 718-3861104 or 917-775-3048

WILLISTON PARK: Saturday May 9 from 10am-4pm. Rain date Sunday May 10 from 10am-2pm. 99 Williams St. Kitchen items, bric a brac, designer shoes, men and women’s clothing, linens, electronics, etc.

PORTABLE BASKETBALL SYSTEM WANTED for reasonable price for son. Must be fully functional and working, not broken. What is make & model? Backboard width? I will dis-assemble. John 516-567-5309

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TOP CASH PAID: JEWELRY, Furniture, Art, etc. Please call 718-598-3045 or 516-270-2128. www.iBuyAntiquesNYC.com

Pet Services A GARDEN CITY ANIMAL LOVER doesn’t want to leave your precious pooch or fantastic feline alone all day. I’m reliable, dependable and will walk and feed your pet while you work or travel. Please call Cheryl at 516-505-9717

Pet Services DO YOU HATE KENNELS? OR STRANGERS IN YOUR HOUSE? HOME AWAY FROM HOME will care for your dog in my Garden City home while you are away. Dog walking also available. Pet CPR & first Aid Certified. Numerous referrals and references. Limited availability. Book early! Annmarie 516-775-4256 PROFESSIONAL DOG TRAINING Doggie Day Care & Walks Backyard Clean-up GC Resident 516-382-5553

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Auto For Sale CHEVY MONTE CARLO 1985: 102K miles, 2 doors, 4 cylinder. Original owner $3,000. Call 516-352-6433

Autos Wanted DONATE YOUR CAR to Wheels For Wishes, benefitting Make-a-Wish. We offer free towing and your donation is 100% tax deductible. Call 631-317-2014 Today!

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Apartment For Rent GARDEN CITY BORDER: Studio, 1, 2 or 3 bedroom apartments starting a $1,150+ electric. Gated parking, laundry room, air conditioning, hardwood floors, LIRR, NO BROKER FEE. www. gcbapts.com / 516-742-1101 GARDEN CITY S.E. SECTION Unfurnished second floor 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, large living area. Cable, wi-fi, utilities, parking. No smoking. No pets. $1600. Please call 516-650-5144

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WILLISTON PARK Completely renovated, 1 bedroom, 1 bath, second floor 2 family private home. Bonus finished attic space, updated kitchen, new appliances, new wood floors, new carpets, off street parking. Few blocks to LIRR, village area, nice neighborhood! $1650 includes water and heat. Reference check required. Penny 917-848-9366

POINT LOOKOUT On beach block. For sale by owner. Totally renovated. Ready to move in. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, LR w/ cathedral ceiling, skylight, fireplace. Granite kitchen w/ ss appliances. DR w/ sliding doors to wrap around deck. Large den. Sunroom/Office. All Anderson windows. Hardwood & Tile flooring. Gas heat. CAC. Alarm system. Full storage attic, large storage closets. Principals only. Asking $779,000. Call 516 -805-8193

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GREAT NECK / KINGS POINT Glamford Rd, totally renovated, 4 bedroom, 4 bath, finished basement, 2 car garage, Great Neck North / Baker School District. $4600 month. Owner 516-482-3210

SPECTACULAR 3 to 22 ACRE LOTS with deepwater access: located in an exclusive development on Virginia’s Eastern Shore. Amenities include community pier, boat ramp, paved roads and private sandy beach. May remind you of the Jersey Shore from days long past. Great climate, boating, fishing, clamming and National Seashore beaches nearby. Absolute buy of a lifetime, recent FDIC bank failure makes these 25 lots available at a fraction of their original price. Priced at only $55,000 to $124,000. For info call 757-4422171, email: oceanlandtrust@yahoo.com. Pictures on website: http:/ /Wibiti.com/5KQN

office space NEW HYDE PARK: Corner office, 200 square feet, Western Nassau County, Semi furnished. $550 per month includes all. Ask for Adele. 516-354-4340

Vacation Rental OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND Best selection of affordable rentals. Full/ p artial weeks. Call for FREE brochure. Open daily. Holiday Real Estate. 1-800638-2102. Online reservations: www.holidayoc.com PECONIC ON THE SOUND: Beautiful, large modern house, private beach, gorgeous sunset views. May-October or monthly. 516-660-2869 or 516-484-0256

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Homes for Sale NEW HYDE PARK “OAKS” Charming Cape. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. 1 car garage, nice yard, beautiful sunset skies!! $549,000. Call 516-328-3246

UPSTATE NY ABSOLUTE LAND LIQUIDATION! May 9th! 19 tracts rom 3 to 35 acres starting at $12,900. Examples: 9 acres $19,900. 20 acres$29,900. 35 acres farmhouse$169,900. Foreclosures, estates, abandoned farms! Waterfront, trout streams, farmhouses, views! Clear title, 100% g’teed! Terms available! Call 888-905-8847 to register or go to: NewYorklandandlakes.com

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Invited Sales by Tracy Jordan 839 Stewart Ave Garden City, NY 11530 Bonded/Insured www.invitedsales.com NEW YORK MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPISTS: Joan Atwood, Ph.D. An experienced therapist makes all the difference. Individual, couple, family therapy and anger management. 516764-2526. jatwood@optonline.net www.NYMFT.com

Computers MICROSOFT TRAINING & MORE for individuals or groups. Local college teacher will help you build skills in WINDOWS, WORD, EXCEL, POWERPOINT. Please call Jim Kaplan 347-673-1785 or email: help@jim-kaplan.com

Home Improvements AMBIANCE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES *Repairs & Maintenance *Handyman & Remodeling *Vanity & Kitchen Cabinet Installations *Furniture Assembly & set up *Finish Carpentry *Minor Electrical & Plumbing 22 year GC Resident Lic & Ins H18E2170000 Owner Operated Call BOB 516-741-2154 BEAUTIFY YOUR HOME WITH SHUTTERS Now you can get them at an amazing discount! Call DESIGN SOLUTIONS for a free estimate. Can’t beat our prices. Call 516-491-8446

SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA Beautiful 55+ manufactured home community. 4.4 miles to the beach, 2 miles to the riverfront district. Homes starting at $39,000. 772-581-0080, www.beach-cove.com.

DEVLIN BUILDERS Since 1979. We do all types of improvements including HANDYMAN REPAIRS. No job too small. Bob Devlin 516-365-6685. Insured License H18C730000

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GARY MARC DESIGNS: Interior design, fabric/furniture selections, paint color consultation, wall coverings, flooring, kitchen /bath designs, custom window treatments, accessories and more. Free Consultation. Gary M. Schoenbach gary@garymarcdesigns.com / 516-680-0144 / www. garymarcdesigns.com

Apartment Wanted APARTMENT WANTED: Single, mature, quiet, non-smoker school teacher seeks 1 bedroom apartment (non-basement) in the Nassau County area. Call Tom 516-437-2927

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Services ARE YOU BUYING, SELLING OR INVESTING REAL ESTATE? Real Estate is back and booming! KIAN REAL ESTATE diligent & effective work will assist in your next Real Estate transaction, Private or Investment property in Long Island, Manhattan, Brooklyn or Queens. Clayon 516-2342195 Caroline 516-468-5513 HOME CARE INSURANCE: Single women have the biggest risk... Who will take care of you? Protect assets, care in your own home, free guide Master Choices LTC, Long Term Care Specialists. 516877-2704. Please see ad in Professional Guide for more details.

SKY CLEAR WINDOW and Restorations Inc. Window Restorations, Outdated Hardware, skylights, Andersen Sashes, new storm windows, wood windows, chain/rope repairs, falling windows, fogged panes, mechanical repairs, wood repairs, restorations, all brands. Call Mr. Fagan, 32 years experience. 631-385-7975 www.skyclearwindow.com

HANDYMAN Meticulous & Reliable Serving GARDEN CITY & Surrounding Area since 2003 Repairs & Installations of all Types Built-in Bookcases, Woodworking, Carpentry, Crown Moldings, Lighting, Painting, Wallpaper and More. 30-year Nassau County Resident. Many References Lic #H01062800 Insured Call Friendly Frank 516-2382112 anytime E-mail Frankcav@ optonline.net LAMPS FIXED $65 In home service. Handy Howard 646-996-7628

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PIANO LESSONS By Ira Baslow. Experience the joy of playing the piano. Private lessons in your home, free no-obligation piano lesson, all levels, all styles, all ages. Beginners a specialty. 516-312-1054 www. iwantmypianolessons.com

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CHEMISTRY Tutoring, Support & Test Preparation for Regents & AP NY State Certified Chemistry Teacher. Watch your child have success and confidence as test scores improve. Text/C all Diane Halka 516-469-6864 ENGLISH TUTOR: Diane Gottlieb M.Ed., M.S.W. SAT/ACT, College Essays, AP, Regents, ELA Test Prep, Reading comprehension and writing proficiency. 917-5998007 or email: dianegot@gmail. com LongIslandEnglishTutor.com Providing one-on-one professional support to build confidence, knowledge and skills in every student. TUTOR BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY, LATIN Cornell college student available to tutor your student for finals, regents or AP exams. Reasonable rate. Email emozdzer@ optimum.net or call 516-616-6056

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Services A & J MOVING & STORAGE: Established 1971. Long Island and New York State specialists. Residential, Commercial, Piano & Organ experts. Boxes available. Free estimates. www.ajmoving.com 516-741-2657 114 Jericho Tpk, Mineola NYDOT# 10405 COMPLETE JUNK REMOVAL/DEMOLITION SERVICE: Strong Arm Contracting Inc. We haul anything and everything. Entire contents of home or office. We clean it up and take it away. Residential/Commercial. Bonded/Insured. Free estimates. 516-538-1125

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▼ LEGALS Index No.: 001324/12 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU —————————————X TD BANK, N.A. f/k/a COMMERCE BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, -against- DEBENEDITTIS LANDSCAPING, INC., et al., Defendants. —————————————X NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale signed by the Honorable Denise L. Sher dated December 19, 2014 as modified by the Order appointing a Substitute Referee dated February 11, 2015, I the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Nassau Supreme Court, Calendar Control Part (“Courtroom, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, New York 11501 on June 2, 2015 at 11:30 A.M., the premises known as 1 Tulip Place a/k/a 260 Broadway, New Hyde Park, New York 11040, also known as all that certain plot piece or parcel of land with the buildings thereon erected, situate lying and being in the State of New York, County of Nassau, known as Section 33, Block: 177, Lot 37. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment in Index# 1324/2012, Jane P. Shrenkel, Referee. Attorney for Plaintiff: Michael G. Zapson, Davidoff Hutcher & Citron LLP, 200 Garden City Plaza, Garden City, NY 11530. NHP 141528 4x 5/08, 15, 22, 29, 2015 #141528

LEGAL NOTICE Notice of formation of Uma Hospitality LLC filed with the Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 4/22/15. Office loc.: Nassau County. SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The address SSNY shall mail copy of process to is c/o Dharmendra Patel, 27 Morris Dr., New Hyde Park, NY 11040. Purpose: Any lawful activity. NHP 141529 6x 5/08, 15, 22, 29, 6/05, 12, 2015 #141529

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Town of North Hempstead— Board of Zoning Appeals Pursuant to the provisions of the Code of the Town of North Hempstead, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Zoning Appeals of said Town will meet at Town Hall, 220 Plandome Road, Manhasset, New York, on Wednesday, May 20, 2015, to consider any matters that may properly be heard by said Board, and will hold a public hearing on said date to consider applications and appeals. The following cases will be called at said public hearing starting at 10:00 a.m. APPEAL #19985—Nissan & Esther Mizrachi, appeal for determination, or in the alternative, variances 70-38, 70-42, and 70-208.F to maintain rear addition to a nonconforming dwelling exceeding permitted lot coverage and with insufficient rear yard setback; W/side 20 Cornell Dr., 234.08’ N/of Soundview Ave., Great Neck, Sec. 2, Blk. 283-03, Lot 14, R-B District. APPEAL #19986 — Joyce Chaisson, variance 70-50.A to maintain an enclosed porch and stoop within a required front yard setback; SW/cor. #256-18 Pembroke Ave. & Westminster Rd., Great Neck, Sec. 2, Blk. 56, Lots 17, R-C District.

APPEAL #19987 — Harry Zuvekas, variance 70-32 to maintain a deck with an insufficient rear yard setback; E/side #67 Sherry Hill Ln., 357’ S/of Payne Whitney Ln., Manhasset, Sec. 3, Blk. 160, Lots 177, R-A District. APPEAL #19988 — James Gilligan, variances 70-208.F, 70-50.B & 70-49.C to maintain a rear portico and enclosed cellar entrance in a required secondary front yard and exceeding permitted gross floor area; NW/cor./of #16 Irma Ave. & Virginia Avenue, Port Washington, Sec. 5, Blk. D, Lots 512, R-C District. APPEAL #19989—Albert Tablante, variances 70-40.C and 70-101.B to maintain an addition within a required front yard and construct a portico exceeding the permitted encroachment; N/side 96 Albertson Pkwy., 285.03 W/of Deepdale Pkwy., Albertson, Sec. 7, Blk. 55, Lot 44, R-B District. APPEAL #19990—Christine Stampfel, variances 70-100.1.B, 70-101.B, and 70-208.F to maintain a portico on a non-conforming dwelling in a required front yard and an accessory structure (shed) in a required side yard setback; N/side 208 Aster Dr., 240’ W/ of Tryon Ct., New Hyde Park, Sec. 8, Blk. 302, Lot 31, R-B District. APPEAL #19991 — Michael Russo, variances 70-102.C(5) (a), 70-102.C(2), 70-102.C(1) & 70-100.1.A to construct an in-ground pool and accessory structures in a side yard with insufficient setback, & required pool fencing forward of the rear building line; SW/c or./of #2 Corn Crib Ln. & Hayloft Ln, Roslyn Heights, Sec. 7, Blk. 192, Lots 7, R-AA District. APPEAL #19992—Lori Fellus, appeal for determination, or in the alternative, variances 70-28 and 70-29.B, and 70-231, and conditional use 70-25, to construct additions to convert a single family house to a mother-daughter dwelling with separate entrances, exceeding the permitted gross floor area and lot coverage; S/side 4 Green Dr., 70’ W/of Reed Dr., Roslyn, Sec. 9, Blk. 653, Lot 95, R-A District. APPEAL #19993—Roslyn Rescue Hook and Ladder Co. #1, variances 70-49.B, 70-49.C, 70-50.C, 70-51.C, 70-52.3.A, 70-52.3.B, 70-52.5, 70-52.6, & 70-103.A(1) to construct a firehouse exceeding the permitted front yard impervious coverage, eave height, and floor area within the required sky exposure plane and required front and side yard setbacks with insufficient parking; S/side 6 Locust St., 300’ W/of Walnut St., Greenvale, Sec. 20, Blk. 35, Lot 18, R-C District. APPEAL #19994—Chabad of Roslyn Inc., variances 70-48, 70-49.B, 70-51.C, 70-52, 70-52.3.A, 70-52.3.B, 70-103.A to construct a second story addition to a religious structure exceeding the permitted lot coverage, and floor area within required side and rear yard setbacks, encroaching within the required sky exposure plane and with insufficient parking; N/side #75 Powerhouse Rd., 60.22’ W/of Coolidge Ave., Roslyn Heights, Sec. 7, Blk. 47, Lots 30 & 851, B-A/R -C Districts. APPEAL #19995 — Joanne Choi, conditional use 70-126.A & variance 70-103.A to convert a retail space to a fast food restaurant, a conditional use, with insufficient parking; S/side #1504 Northern Blvd., 620.59’ E/of Shelter Rock Rd., Manhasset, Sec. 3, Blk. 145, Lots 205, B-A District. APPEAL #19996 — JMP Investments, LLC, conditional use 70-225.B(7)(a) to modify kitchen equipment in a restaurant; E/side 118 Plandome Rd, 23.31’ S/of George St., Manhasset, Sec. 3, Blk. 83, Lot

2, B-A District. APPEAL #19843—Iris Trejo Ruiz, variance 70-50.C, 70-101.B and 70-100.2.A(2) to maintain a breezeway within a required front yard setback, an open porch exceeding the permitted encroachment into a front yard and fencing beyond the front building line; W/ side 227 Wright St., 275’ S/of Broadway, Westbury, Sec. 11, Blk. 40, Lot 40, R-C/New Cassel Overlay Districts. APPEAL #19905—Yu Yu Chen, variance 70-210.B to maintain the conversion of summer bungalow to a yearround dwelling; E/side #35 North Maryland Ave., 50’ S/of Delaware Ave., Port Washington, Sec. 5, Blk. 25, Lot 32, R-C District. APPEAL #19973 — Jean Antilus, conditional use 70-126.F to permit the conversion of retail space into a bakery; NE/cor #817 Prospect Ave. and Sherman St., Westbury, Sec. 11, Blk. 104, Lot 222, B-A District. All interested persons should appear and will be given an opportunity to be heard at such meeting and/or hearing. DAVID MAMMINA, R.A., Chairman; Board of Zoning Appeals NHP 141526 1x 5/08/2 015 #141526

Notice: Formation of The Left Paw, LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 04/16/2015 Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC, 411 Jericho Tpke., New Hyde Park, NY 11040. Purpose: any lawful purpose. NHP 141540 6x 5/08, 15, 22, 29, 6/05, 12, 2015 #141540

LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF NEW HYDE PARK PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Trustees of the Incorporated Village of New Hyde Park will conduct a Public Hearing on Tuesday, May 19, 2015, at 7:30 p.m., at the Village Hall, 1420 Jericho Turnpike, New Hyde Park, New York 11040, or at some other location to be hereafter designated by the Board of Trustees, in order to receive public comment upon the following: A LOCAL LAW WHICH WOULD REPEAL THE LOCAL LAW ALLOWING A PROPERTY TAX LEVY IN EXCESS OF THE LIMIT ESTABLISHED IN GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW §3-C. The Village of New Hyde Park does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in administration or access to or employment in its projects and activities. Cathryn Hillmann has been directed to coordinate compliance with nondiscrimination requirements of the Federal Revenue Sharing regulations. Copies of all documents relevant to this matter are on file in the Village Clerk’s Office and may be viewed during regular business hours. At this scheduled meeting of its Board of Trustees, reserved decisions from previous meetings, if any, may be acted upon by the Board of Trustees. At the aforesaid time and place, all interested persons will be given an opportunity to be heard. By Order of the Board of Trustees Inc. Village of New Hyde Park Cathryn Hillmann Village Clerk Dated: May 6, 2015 NHP #141544 1x, 5/8/2015 #141544

Sports

NHP Stormcats win first home game In their first home game of the season, the New Hyde Park BU11 Stormcats took on the Oceanside Thunder and the two evenly matched teams battled through a scoreless first half. Shortly after the start of the second half, Colin Coope placed a beautiful shot in the net on a breakaway play. The boys sealed the win minutes before the end of the game when Luke Notine made an outstanding pass to Colin who again placed the ball in the net. Christopher Ribaric, Dino Vidaich, and Ryan Kunak kept the ball moving on offense. The defensive team of Brendan Cooper, Daniel Garcia, Ryan Oommen, and Joseph Vieni, with the help of goalies Brendan Cooper and Ryan Kunak, ensured that the Thunder remained scoreless. Boys U7 Intramurals FIRE (Coaches Chris Bernic and Jay Bigeni): The Fire came out with lots of energy in their week three match against the Revolution. After conceding the first goal, Eric Oberwiler sent a wicked corner kick into the box that found its way into the net, evening the score at 1-1. Caleb Yu helped keep pressure on the opponent by winning several balls in the offensive half, and Sherwin Fernandes did his usual heavy lifting all over the field. Joseph Calandra made a run forward from left back and placed a shot perfectly in the corner, tying the score at 2. Tristan Ranallo chipped in with aggressive play on the field and some fine goal tending. Aidan Bernic tying the score at 3 on a blast into the upper right corner. Leo Tching battled every ball, keeping the Fire hopes alive. Mateo Mrakovcic made several tremendous saves in goal and Ryan Oomen made his presence known with heady play in the midfield. With seconds left, the opponent was awarded a free kick that found its way into the net giving the Revolution a well-deserved 5-4 victory. The Fire could hold their heads up high, knowing they gave it their all. Both teams really put on a show and the boys were all winners! GALAXY (Coaches Scott Liewehr and Sam Thomas): The Galaxy team continued to gel this weekend with a 5-5 tie versus the Red Bulls. Christian Reger started off the team’s scoring in the first half, and that was followed by numerous shots on goal by Reger, Ewan Zehnter and Will Handley, who all had their shots rejected by great keeper play. The team was down 3-1 late in the first half when Handley had a magnificent throw-in towards the net, which ultimately resulted in an own

goal by the Red Bulls. Albert Kuo and Reger provided excellent keeper play, while Gavin Dugger controlled the midfield and Gianluca Glavic was stout as a brick wall on defense. The Galaxy trailed 3-2 at the half. In the second half, the Galaxy found their stride on both offense and defense. Will Handley provided great relief on defense, but he also had two free shots that found their way into the upper corners of the net, one of which was from near midfield. Kuo also added a goal of his own. Both Glavic and Zain Begawala had multiple runs up field. Samuel Hu brought his never-quit attitude to midfielder and forward positions. Ethan Moy stopped numerous Red Bull runs dead in their tracks with his great defensive play. Daniel Cho was impressive in goal in the second half, but ultimately the game resulted in a 5-5 tie. REVOLUTION (Coaches Kurt Anschlowar and Kevin Sequeira): Week 3 proved to be an exciting, come-from-behind victory for the Revolution. Brandon Sequeira opened the scoring with a great corner shot. Parv Shah, Michael Farrauto, and Zachary Chen continue to play solid defense. Harrison Acosta, Brandon Leong and Thomas Anschlowar each took turns as goaltender, saving many chances by the Fire. Jonah Beniquez scored two goals for the Revolution. Chris Rodgers and Sequeira added late goals to insure the victory. The play of Jameson Cho, Aidan McNeely, and Clayton Wong (playing both offense and defense) anchored this rapidly-improving team. Boys U6 Intramurals RED BULLS (Coach Mike Russell): The Red Bulls had a great third game of the season. The whole team hustled and worked together. Matthew Liu, Adrian Sikora, Austin Darr, all scored in the victory. Kyriakos Papaseraphim and Angelo Fedele had great assists and Elias Manolakos and Ethan Zhao kept fearless defense. Michael Fernandez was solid and had good all-around play. UNITED (Coaches Scott Liewehr and Rafael Gonzalez): The United fell to the Union on Saturday by a score of 4-2. Jacob Boldur and Gavin Maurer scored the United’s two goals, but both had numerous other shots on goal. Daniel Morley had a fantastic run the length of the field that ultimately came up short because of a great stop by the Union goalkeeper. Four players stepped up as keepers in the game: Morley, Boldur, Maurer, and Adrian Gonzalez, and each played very well. Antonio Bucobo, Mikey Russell and Andrew Curran all worked hard.

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Action heats up in Merillon Little League Farms Division UFC GYM Royals vs. New Hyde Park Elks/Parker Jewish Center Rehab Dodgers The UFC GYM Royals struck early against the New Hyde Park Elks/Parker Jewish Center Rehab Dodgers with Johnny Dunn,Scotty McClellan and Alan Sikora all crossing the plate after a basesclearing double by Bobby Symanski. Matthew O’Modie had his first hit as Tristan and Aman stole two bases a piece. Timely pitching from Nicky Depompeis, Bobby Teetz and Jonathan Squicciarino quelled any rallies the Dodgers started. City Line Florist / K Of C NHP White Socks vs. Doctor Barbaro Podiatrist Cubs It was a nail biter of a game between City Line Florist / K of C NHP White Socks and the Doctor Barabaro Podiatrist Cubs. The White Socks played a great game, with Chris Notine and Jason Stone shining on the mound. Andrew Notine continued his hitting streak with a home run, while the hot bat of Gabriel Schultz helped the White Socks keep the game close. Great fielding was provided by Shayaan Siddiqui and Rafael Garcia. John Saoulidis was put on the disable list with a broken arm.

nailed Ponzo trying for home. Christian Thomas promptly singled to keep the rally alive, but he was left stranded at first. Daniel Pun led off the bottom of the sixth with his best at-bat thus far. Although he struck out, he fouled off multiple pitches to tire out the Brave bullpen. Michael Manfredi followed by bashing his second home run of the season as the Padre bench erupted. The Brave pitching settled down after that and retired the next two batters for the “W”. Charles Schwab Padres vs. Albertson- Herricks Nationals On a sun-splashed Saturday morning, the Charles Schwab Padres faced off against the Albertson-Herricks Nationals in an attempt to keep their win streak alive. Alex Isopo and Nicholas Gregory each scored on walks to give the Padres a short-lived 2-0 lead. The Nats jumped in front in the bottom of the third which set the scene for a furious Charles Schwab Padre comeback attempt in the top of the fifth. With two outs, A.J. Ponzo walked and stole second and third. Nicholas Gregory followed with a second base-onballs, and Duhan Lee’s single drove in A.J. Stephen Coffey slammed a bases-clearing single, but that was all Chuck’s crew could muster. Other highlights included Christian Thomas contributing a single, RBI, Minors Division and two stolen bases and Edward Dunn Virgilio Chiropractic Giants vs. making a beautiful catch with the bases Charles Schwab Padres loaded to prevent three National runs. For a pitcher called upon to start at the last minute, Edward Dunn turned in a Majors Division gutsy performance for the Charles Schwab Modells/IslandWide Medical River Padres as they hosted the Virgilio Chiro- Sharks vs. Tudor Advisory Group/Lifepractic Giants at Merillon. Unfortunately, touch Tigers to the dismay of Padre fans, the Giant After a few days off from baseball, pitching held the Padre bats at bay for the the River Sharks were anxious to get majority of the game, with the exception on the field and play ball. Luke Notine of Alexander Zourides, who went 2-for- started the game and pitched two strong 2 with two stolen bases. Mike O’Grady innings. Josh Henderson made his debut turned in a pair of RBI at the plate and on the mound and the young southpaw struck out six batters in two innings on impressed the crowd with 2 1/3 shutouts the hill. Nicholas Gregory and Alexander innings to keep the River Sharks in the Zourides also contributed great plays de- game. He was assisted by fine defensive fensively at second base and shortstop, plays by Marc Baronci at short, Joseph respectively. A great all around effort by Montoni at second, Michael Sun in center the Charles Schwab Padres has left the and Anthony Agerenza behind the plate. fans with high expectations for the re- The RiverSharks kept chipping away at mainder of the season. the Tigers’ lead and finally went ahead Ridgewood Savings Bank/ NHP Or- with a fifth inning rally by Michael Sun, tho Braves vs. Charles Schwab Padres Vincenzo Montoni, Matt Merolla, AnthoThe first meeting of the season be- ny Agerenza and Josh Henderson. Matt tween the Charles Schwab Padres and Merolla and Vincenzo Montoni combined the Ridgewood Savings Bank/ NHP Or- for the five-out save, preserving the lead tho Braves was a classic pitcher’s duel, and recording the first win of the season despite the 9-2 final score. In his first for the RiverSharks. start of the season, Alexander Zourides Long Island Orthodontics Dr. Zadthrew four solid innings. Unfortunately, nik Merillon Ducks vs. Islandwide MedBrave pitching was just as good, holding ical/Modells River Sharks the Padres hitless after three. Alex Isopo On Tuesday April 28, the Long Island finally broke through with a hit to lead-off Orthodontics Dr. Zadnik Merillon Ducks the home fourth. A.J. Ponzo’s rocket to played their third game against the Isright drove in Isopo, but a beautiful relay landwide Medical/Modells Rivers Sharks.

There was no shortage of offense, as both teams put on hitting displays. The Ducks were tarred and feathered the first four innings, trailing 11-1 before mounting a mighty comeback, only to come up just short,11-8. Jimmy Weedon collected two more hits and scored a run. A.J. DeVito had a single, a double and drove in two runs. James Prado reached base three times, including a solid single, and pitched two innings. Robbie Williams reached base three times and was solid in the field. Nico Loguidice had two doubles, scored two runs, stole a base and also drove in a run. Nico pitched a quality inning in relief. Stephen Lopez reached base all three times, including two hits, two steals and a run scored. Alex Spagnoli had two hits, scored two runs and was solid behind the plate and in the field. Elie Weitzman battled mightily at the plate and turned in two innings in relief. James Dermezis had a key hit and scored igniting the Ducks’ late-inning rally. Ibrahim Kwaja anchored the Ducks reaching base all three times while collecting two hits, two steals and scoring a run. Long Island Orthodontics Dr. Zad-

nik Merillon Ducks vs. Tudor/Lifetouch Sports Tigers The Ducks swam out to a 3-0 lead on strong outings by Jimmy Weedon and Robbie Williams before costly errors sent them back to the pond with a 4-3 defeat. Weedon was masterful on the mound, taming the Tigers for two innings with two strikeouts on 25 pitches Weedon had a hit, stole two bases and scored the Ducks’ first run. Stephen Lopez had three quality at bats and played multiple positions. A.J. DeVito reached base twice cracking a solid double and scoring a run. Robbie Williams went 2-for-3, cracking two doubles, driving in a run and scoring a run. He fanned one batter in his two innings of relief. Nico Loguidice was one of the offensive stars of the game with a double, stolen a base and two RBIs while pitching two innings in relief. Elie Weitzman reached base once and turned in a web gem in the field. Ibrahim Kwaja had a single in three at bats. James Dermezis was strong behind the plate the entire game. Cenzo Montoni and Matt Merolla patrolled center field and combined for three quality bats . Cenzo singled and stole second base.

Floral Park playing on renovated ballfield Floral Park Memorial High School’s varsity baseball team played their first game on the newly renovated Alva T. Stanforth field against Lynbrook High School on April 14. Prior to the game’s start, Floral Park Athletic Director James Jackman led an opening ceremony to mark the first use of the field since it was renovated thanks to a bond referendum passed by the com- The Floral Park Knights baseball team was excited to munity last year. play on the new field. Sewanhaka Central was thrilled with the work done at the High School District Superintendent Dr. Ralph Ferrie, Assistant field. “It looks phenomenal. I’m so happy to Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction Dr. Cheryl Champ, Board of be out here even on an overcast day to Education President David Fowler, as well see the results of everyone’s hard labor,” Board trustees Laura Ferone, Jean Fichtl Fowler said. “The bond project is off to a and Joan Romagnoli were present for the great start and this is just the first phase ceremony along with Floral Park Principal of a very successful building projects in Dr. Kathleen Sottile and District Athletic the district.” Unfortunately, the game ended with Director Matt McLees. Fowler threw out an impressive open- a loss for the Knights. The team was shut ing pitch to start the game and said he out by Lynbrook, 4-0.

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