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County puts Roslyn Rd. narrowing on hold Legislature committee now eyes roadway study BY M AT T G R e c H ANd HARRiSON MARdeR East Williston school board President Mark Kamberg said Monday a plan by Nassau County to narrow Roslyn Road from four lanes to two from the south service road of the Long Island Expressway to south of I.U. Willets Road has been put on hold. “As of now, the entire project has been put on hold until the county can complete that study,” Kamberg said at the board’s regularly scheduled board meeting. “We were promised we would be apprised and that study would be

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A model walks a dress from Designing Dreams down the runway during the fashion show at the Mineola Chamber of Commerce’s “Taste and Style in Mineola” event Nov. 12. The show, emceed by New York City local news personalities Lauren Scala and Diane Macedo, featured outfits from several Mineola clothing merchants. See story on page 3.

shared with us, but we shall see.” Nassau County Legislator Judy Jacobs (D-Woodbury) supported Kamberg’s assertion, saying Tuesday the Rules Committee of the Legislature would now only be considering the hiring of an expert firm to design changes to Roslyn Road intended to improve traffic safety in what she termed the “first phase” of the process. “The Department of Public Works instructions to the firm will be to look at the corridor involved and to make suggestions as to improvement that could be made along the roadway,” Jacobs said in an email.” Their study will

include police reports on the accidents, alignments of the road, lane widths, history of past accidents at Locust Lane and Roslyn Road. Once their report is completed, they will report their findings to the Department of Public Works. Department of Public works, in turn, will share with us, as legislators, the recommendations the firm suggests. In turn, these suggestions will be shared with the community which includes the East Williston School District, the [Temple Sinai and Temple Beth Sholom] and the Holiday Farms shopping strip.” Continued on Page 53

W.P. planners yank plan for two-story building Dentist’s proposal for Willis Ave. fire site rejected BY N O A H MANSKAR After a third contentious public hearing, Williston Park’s Zoning Board of Appeals on Monday denied dentist Joseph Locurto’s application to replace his office with a two-story mixed-use building.

The decision was a win for residents concerned the proposed building, which would have had Locurto’s office on the ground floor and one apartment above it, put the village on a slippery slope that would exacerbate parking and traffic problems on Willis Avenue. It also extended Locurto’s

wait to rebuild his dental practice at 623 Willis Ave. after a July 2014 fire destroyed it and five other neighboring businesses. “I can’t say I’m surprised with the way things (have) gone, but I think, to be honest, the whole proceeding was a joke,” Locurto said in an interview. Continued on Page 53

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From religious retreat Fulfilling acting to luxury homes: plan dream later in life

North Hills subdivision sought by Far East execs Ruth Barrie finds success at 77 BY N O A H M A N S K A R

The Manhasset Bay Group tore down the Inisfada Retreat House (pictured) in December 2013 to make way for a 30-acre, 46-home luxury subdivision. BY N O A H MANSKAR A plan for a luxury housing subdivision on the former site of the St. Ignatius Retreat House in North Hills is one step closer to becoming a reality, but it still has quite a way to go. The Manhasset Bay Group has submitted another revised plan and a draft environmental impact statement for the 30-acre, 46-home gated community on Searingtown Road to the village planning board at a public hearing Dec. 9. While the most recent changes directly respond to board’s suggestions, Planning Board Chairman David Kass said there are still several details that could change before the project is officially approved, such as size of the lots the houses will sit on and how the developers will protect a group of endangered trees on the property. “If you’ve read the (draft environmental impact statement), you

don’t have to have a rocket scientist to see there’s a lot of questions,” Kass said. The Manhasset Bay Group, a company incorporated in Delaware with an office in Uniondale, bought the property for $36.5 million in July 2013 and has been working to develop the subdivison, known as “Manhasset Crest,” since March 2014. The proposal has gone through several changes in that time, but the concept has remained the same: high-end homes in a gated community targeted at buyers who want “a lifestyle that combines modernity, practicality with ultimate luxury,” the developer’s website says. The original plan was for 51 houses, more than the two per acre allowed under the village’s residential zoning code. Manhasset Bay Group pared the number down to 46. In May, Village of North Hills Mayor Marvin Natiss said the developer had also added more green space to the site plan. It also now

includes a second emergency access road in addition to the entrance on Searingtown Road, which the village had suggested. The most recent changes, as outlined in the revised plans submitted in September, were made in response to feedback from the village planning board, said Anthony Guardino, the attorney representing the developer. The revisions are not highly substantive, but both Guardino and Kass said the project will likely change more as it goes through a series of public hearings. And because the project requires five zoning variances, it will have to go before the village zoning board before the planning board can approve it. “While we’re hopeful that the preliminary approval will be forthcoming, we don’t anticipate that will come on Dec. 9,” Guardino said. Efforts to reach the Manhasset Bay Group were unavailing.

Ruth Barrie has only been acting for about 15 years, but it’s been on her mind her whole life. The 77-year-old Mineola resident danced in musicals as a girl in England, but spent most of her adult life raising her two sons as a working single mother. The desire to perform, though, never left her. “I wasn’t able to do it, but I was in it. It was my life,” Barrie said. “It was just embedded in me. I must have been born that way.” Barrie first came to the U.S. from England in 1960, when she was 21. She did some training at HB Studio in Greenwich Village in the 1960s and met a man whom she later married. They had two children, but her husband died when they were young, leaving her to raise her children by herself. She ended up attending the College of New Rochelle and later went to New York University, where she got a master’s degree in sports medicine and adult fitness in 1984. “I’ve been just running my body around ever since,” she said. Barrie ran fitness programs at a Brooklyn YWHA for about a year, then spent five years as a New York

City social worker. She changed course around 1992, when she opened a ballroom dance studio and took the chance to live her dream as an actor. For about 10 years, she traveled between New York City and Los Angeles, taking acting classes and taking roles before settling permanently in New York in 2011. Despite not having as many connections as a younger actor might, Barrie said starting her career late in life was helpful given her decades of life experience in the real world. “When I went onto the set for the first time, I had to learn about it, but I understood it, and I understood what was going on,” she said. “But when you’re a newbie and you’re a kid, you don’t know how to behave on the set.” Barrie has appeared in several videos for the College Humor videos and had small parts in films and TV shows, including “Nip/Tuck” and “The Leftovers.” No matter what the role, Barrie said, she becomes totally immersed in the scene. “If there’s an audience there, I don’t know it. If there’s a director and cameraman there, I don’t know it,” she said. “It becomes a comContinued on Page 54

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CORRECTION: In last week’s article “From addiction is a business is born,” Francine Aulicino was identified as “a recovering drug addict.” Aulicino should have been identified as someone who struggled with prescription painkillers after suffering an injury. Kerri Kahn, whose name was incorrectly spelled in the story, was identified as being sober for “only a few months” in October 2013. Kahn should have been identified as someone with 13 years of sobriety. We apologize for the errors.

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Taste, style and good causes

Mineola community comes together for fashion and food fundraiser at Jericho Terrace BY N O A H M A N S K A R To the Mineola Chamber of Commerce, giving back is in good taste — and style. Village restaurateurs, merchants and officials gathered at Jericho Terrace Nov. 12 for the chamber’s biannual “Taste and Style in Mineola” event, which aims to showcase local businesses while raising money to support community organizations. “This event here is of course to give back, and that’s the main focus, but it’s also to highlight, ‘Look what Mineola offers,” chamber President Tony Lubrano said. About 15 Mineola restaurants, such as Elearnor Rigby’s, Plum Tomato and Lubrano’s own Piccola Bussola, offered tastes of their various dishes for those in attendance to sample. About 10 clothing merchants, including Richard Harris Menswear, Salon ECO and Tsontos Furs had items on display. Plum Tomato owner Bob Berman, whose restaurant at 228 Old County Road just marked its third year in Mineola, said he and his chef try to create a special dish for “Taste and Style.” To him, the event is about making more Mineola connections. “I love meeting new people, and it’s for a good cause and a good occasion,” Berman said. The event’s proceeds will go to seven Mineola community organizations: the vil-

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A girl takes the runway as a model for Mineola dressmaker Designing Dreams, located at 216 E. Jericho Turnpike. The shop was one of several local clothing merchants featured in the fashion show during the Mineola Chamber of Commerce’s Nov. 12 “Taste and Style in Mineola” event. lage’s Volunteer Fire Department, the Auxiliary Police Department, the Volunteer Ambulance Corps, the Veterans of Foreign Wars chapter, Friends of the Mineola Library, the Mineola Athletic Association and the Mineola American Legion. In addition to the financial boost, Mineo-

la firefighter Jack Fernandes said being a part of “Taste and Style” helps the fire department build good “public relations.” “It’s a great thing for us,” he said. “Taste and Style” also featured a silent auction, raffle and fashion show featuring items from local clothing stores modeled by

Mineola figures, including village Trustee Paul Cusato and veteran Gabe Parajos. Neal Kalen of Richard Harris Men’s wear at 234A Jericho Turnpike said his store’s traditionally tailored clothes featured in the fashion show appeal to the “classic gentleman,” which is what he finds Mineola customers want. “People should know and people should understand that there is clothing for them,” Kalen said. New York City’s WCBS weekend morning anchor Diane Macedo and WNBC traffic reporter Lauren Scala, both Mineola natives, acted as the fashion show’s guest emcees. Scala, who was also involved with the last “Taste and Style” event in 2013, said she and Macedo were grateful to be able to help Mineola out. “It just really means a lot to us to come back and do something great for the community, to give back to a community that raised us,” she said. This year’s turnout was a little lower than usual, Lubrano said. Pat Shan, owner of Salon ECO at 250 Jericho Turnpike, said she would have liked to see more vendors. But that didn’t keep her from picking up new clients, nor did it stop her employees from having fun modeling in the fashion show. “I think everybody really has a good time here,” she said.

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W.P. accepting N. Shore, Bristal partner tax break asks for memory-loss facility for vets, seniors BY N O A H MANSKAR The upcoming holiday season is also property tax discount season for Williston Park’s veterans and seniors. The village is accepting new applications from veterans and all applications from seniors age 65 and older for exemptions from village property taxes. The exemptions are available based on income and certain criteria, such as whether the applicant has a disability, Village Clerk Julie Kain said. Veterans can claim exemptions based on several different categories, including when they served whether they served in combat. The 2015-16 village tax rolls show 43 Williston Park seniors claimed tax exemptions worth $34,392.59. Twenty-one Cold War vet-

erans claimed exemptions worth a total of $677.29, and 299 other veterans claimed a total of $104,392.08. Residents can also claim these exemptions on Nassau County property taxes, and all other villages offer them, Kain said. Any seniors or veterans who need help with exemption applications can make an appointment to see Village Assessor Benjamin Truncale at Village Hall. Truncale will be available on Dec. 9 and 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. They can also call Village Hall with questions at 516-746-2193. Reach reporter Noah Manskar by e-mail at nmanskar@theislandnow.com or by phone at 516.307.1045 x204. Also follow us on Twitter @noahmanskar and Facebook at facebook.com/ theislandnow.

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The company behind the nine Long Island Bristal Assisted Living facilities, including one in North Hills, is going ahead with plans for a first-of-its-kind project in Lake Success. In a partnership with the North Shore-LIJ Health System, the Engel Burman Group’s 10th Bristal home will be dedicated to caring for seniors with dementia and other memory-loss diseases in a setting that allows doctors from Feinstein Institute for Medical Research to work toward cures for those diseases. “It’ll be the first time that a facility like this has had scientists, day in and day out, living with the people to work with exercise, nutrition, mental acuity,” Engel Burman Group President Jan Burman said. Engel Burman plans to build a $33.5 million, 90,000

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This proposed Bristal Assisted Living facility in Lake Success for seniors with dementia and other memory-loss diseases will feature a first-of-its-kind partnership with the North Shore-LIJ Health System’s Feinstein Institute for Medical Research. square-foot facility on a 2.59acre lot on the North Service Road near the Long Island Expressway in Lake Success, about a quarter-mile from the Feinstein Institute’s home at North Shore University Hospital on Community Drive in Manhasset. The facility will have 88 units available for seniors with dementia and other memory-loss diseases, Burman said. There, the Institute’s

researchers will work with patients to conduct a couple of studies: one involving strength training exercises, and another involving dance therapy techniques, North Shore-LIJ spokesman Terry Lynam said. These exercises could be beneficial in slowing down the effects of dementia and other memory diseases, and the researchers will “measure their impact on the functional abilities of the participants,”

Lynam said. The Feinstein Institute will also launch a similar pilot program in another Bristal facility early next year. “Putting together a research program to follow those patients helps out researchers get a better handle on what is and what is not effective,” he said. The Nassau County Industrial Development Agency approved a tax break package last week for the Continued on Page 65

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legislature overrides Mangano veto State monitoring agency to meet to discuss response to 2016 county budget BY N O A H MANSKAR

The Nassau County Legislature passed its first-ever override of an executive veto Friday, striking a 1.2-percent property tax increase from the county budget and pushing the county one step closer to a showdown with its state oversight board. The 14-4 bipartisan vote nixed Nassau County Executive Edward Mangano’s veto of a Republican budget amendment removing the tax hike that would have raised $12 million in revenue, representing 0.004 percent of the total $2.95 billion budget. Deputy Presiding Officer Norma Gonsalves (R-East Meadow) said she thinks the budget is “reasonable and achievable” without the tax hike, adding: “I have every confidence that the county executive will manage to the budget that he is given.” Both parties filed identical resolutions on Monday for the override, which required a supermajority of 13 votes to pass. Four Democrats and 10 Republicans

voted to approve it. Two Democrats and two Republicans voted no. Nassau County Legislator Ellen Birnbaum (D-Great Neck) was not present. The removal of the tax increase was the only piece of the Republican majority-amended budget Mangano vetoed Monday. He left intact another amendment striking two administrative fee increases projected to raise $16 million in revenue. In an email, spokesman Brian Nevin said Mangano will implement the budget the Legislature approved and will make “every effort to preserve quality of life services.” The override came hours after Nassau Interim Finance Authority reiterated its threat to take control of the county budget, which the Republican-controlled Legislature first approved Oct. 26. NIFA outlined last month a plan to make major spending cuts to non-essential services, impose a countywide hiring freeze and increase limits and oversight on private contracts if the Legislature did not find revenue to cover a

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Chiropractor grows, 26 N. Shore ZIPS move to Albertson make most costly list B y H arr i son M ar d e r When she began seeing more patients and her home office space became too small to operate her chiropractic practice, Ann Forte knew it was time to move. Forte, a Mineola resident since 1989, decided in April on a new location for Total Health Chiropractic at 1176 Willis Ave. in Albertson. And she hasn’t had a moment of regret since. “[The new office] fit all [our] needs [and it was] only two miles away from [my] home office,” Forte said. “The fact

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that it was so close made it easier to [move to the new office].” Forte said her patients are having an easy time adjusting to the new location. The addition of a parking lot, coupled with the office’s proximity to the parkways, Forte said, have made her patients very happy. “Patients find it easier to come to the new office,” she said. On Nov. 4 Forte, along with Williston Park Mayor Paul Ehrbar, Nassau County District Court Judge Scott Fairgrieve, family, friends and other business owners from along Willis Ave. celebrated the office’s grand re-opening. The celebration included a DJ, food and wine and cheese, Forte said. “[We] had different community members mingle and meet each other,” Forte said. “[It was] a meet-and-greet.” Forte said she also received a proclamation from Nassau County Legislator Richard Nicolello (R-New Hyde Park), despite Nicolello not being able to attend the re-opening. The office had been open since July 20, but Forte said she wanted to make sure that everything was running correctly before she had the grand re-opening ceremony. Continued on Page 54

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he Gold Coast International Film Festival has served as arguably the most important event on the North Shore for the past five years, providing a week-long celebration of films from across the world and the people who made them. And a showcase for what the North Shore has to offer. But the importance of the film festival — and its power — was never more evident than in the wake of horrific string of terrorists attacks across Paris that killed 129 people during the film festival. The assaults by what French President Francois Hollande called the “barbarians” of the Islamic State stood in stark contrast to the humanity expressed in the 43 films previewed at the festival. Ironically, the festival kicked off with a gala that honored actor Navid Negahban, who gained wide notoriety playing a terrorist leader in the Emmy award-winning Show Series “Homeland” but immediately demonstrated to gala-goers he was nothing like the character he played. There is a reason, we guess, they call it acting. Negahban was joined at the gala by Patrician Riggen, one of the few female directors working in Hollywood — and a Latin-American female director at that — talking about her soon-to-be-released movie “33,” the story of 33 Chilean miners who spent 69 days trapped underground before being rescued by people from across the world. And Vince Giordano, a Grammy winning musician and famed jazz artist who has recorded for many movies and television.

The talent and creativity of the three honorees was followed by the film festival, which not only previewed upcoming films — comedies and dramas, feature films and documentaries, American made and foreign. But in many instances the artists who helped make the film were present to discuss it afterward with the audience. All of which served as an affirmation of life and all that it offers in places that celebrate freedom, diversity and universal truths In the midst of this, came the attacks in Paris. We hope our leaders appreciate the values embodied by the festival while taking the necessary steps to respond to the evil presented in Paris. Already, some have called for the United States to refuse Syrians fleeing the horrors of their native country from gaining refuge here. Some candidates have proposed singling out those who can enter this country based on religion. And at least one has proposed closing mosques and thereby denying Muslims their places of worship. This talk is nothing but a recruitment tool for ISIS. We hope calmer and, in some cases, less politically motivated people prevail In the meantime, we thank the organizers and many supporters of the Gold Coast Film Festival — led by Gold Coast Arts Center founder and executive director Reginal Gil and festival director Caroline Sorokoff — for presenting a world-class event here on the North Shore. It couldn’t have come at a worse time. Or a better time.

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am assuming that the subject of a casino parlor will again be in the news. As has consistently been said, Nassau County might expect to derive $20 million. A casino does not produce a product or service. If everything is added up: the 20 million, the cost of the location, the installation and operating expenses and whatever the profit the operator would realize, it would total many tens of millions of dollars. As in all of these kinds of institutions including scratch off cards and lotteries, the player’s losses far exceed that of the occasional winners. This is money out of the pockets of the people (many who are needy) with nothing to show for it. It is so low life. The people have spoken with an emphatic no! And the question of why the secrecy about the location of a re-try. Some more words on my traffic subject of last week: If one tunes in to WINS 1010 News Radio and hears the Traffic and Transit Report, one seldom fails to hear about a motor vehicle collision or sometimes a train derailment. And such as the well publicized Walmart semi driver who had been on the road who knows how many hours.

A few days ago there was a collision at Willis Avenue and 2nd Street in Mineola. The jaws of life were needed to free an occupant. Nothing was said about how it happened or what negligence was involved. This is one intersection where nothing should ever happen. The next day the jaws were needed nearby. It will happen again on Roslyn Road and don’t blame it on a 40 MPH speed limit where applicable. Quite a while back I mentioned a situation where the L. I. E. is at a low point where it passes under Walt Whitman Road. From that point eastbound it is an upgrade all the way to Dix Hills. After 2 p.m. or so, in order to meet the volume of traffic it has to continue to move at the speed limit. I mentioned that there should be signs: Upgrade-Maintain Speed. This was never realized. The result is a very long traffic jam. It is like the situation with the light on Herricks Road I mentioned last week. We have people on the public payroll who in effect say to the public: “You don’t tell us, we tell you.” Charles Samek Mineola

Nations of world must unite to support France

aris, France, is reeling from the carnage perpetrated by ISIS terrorists who killed innocent people. Now 128 killed in six attacks and many more seriously injured. These nefarious and egregious acts by terrorists sent by ISIS must be brought to justice. President Obama has said in connection with these most heinous acts against innocent people was that,” This is not just an attack on Paris or the people of France, it was an attack on humanity.” He is absolutely right, which I applaud.

The nations of the world must join together in solidarity with France to eradicate these evil doers. ISIS is the personification of those beliefs that is diametrically oppose to all we hold most dear and that is life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. In closing let me offer my heartfelt prayers to the families, friends and co-workers who lost those that they held most dear and are faced with much grief. Let me also say this: “Vive La France.” Frederick R. Bedell Jr. Glen Oaks Village

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A loo k o n the li g hter si d e

After attack, a census-taking of the heart

n Friday morning, I was arguing with my computer, trying to get it to change its tab settings; wrestling with email; griping about a UPS shipment gone astray; and wondering how I could ever “disappear” enough clutter to make my house presentable for Thanksgiving. By Friday night, all I cared about was knowing that people I loved were safe. As I try to write this week’s Look On The Lighter Side, we are all trying to wrap our heads around what, exactly, happened in the horrendous terror attacks in Paris. If past history is any guide, it will be even harder to figure out how to get on with the rest of our lives. Of course, I flashed right back to 9/11. Much was different, but one thing was the same: the immediate and urgent need for a quick inventory — “R U OK?” to everyone close. If you’re fortunate enough to come out of that, unscathed, then “Is there anyone we know who might be in this horrible

thing?” The texts fly back and forth. “Is anyone we know in Paris?” my children asked me. I asked my mother the same thing, by phone. It’s all that matters — a census-taking of the heart. When the towers came down, I was blessed that my husband was off that morning, and my children were right where I could hug them. Because that’s what I needed to do: hug them, while I waited for my heartbeat to slow back down to something approaching normal. Now, I have done my job, and the children have left the nest. Are they safe? Never mind are they happy — are they safe? That becomes all that matters, because I can’t be happy unless they are safe. It turns a parent into something resembling a lunatic, or so I am

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A Look on the Lighter Side told — but at least we can talk about that, over the turkey — as long as they’re safe. I did not lose any immediate family or friends in 9/11; we were lucky. But just living here, to some extent it happened to us all. And more than anything else — more than rage, more

than fear — I remember just feeling so sad. So much misery! Why would anyone go out of their way to leave so many motherless, fatherless children? Why take so many people from family and friends? Why turn your God-given talents to making so many other children of God so sad? There is nothing I can write as eloquent as the Facebook posting of a 22-year-old young woman, Isobel Bowdery, who seems to have survived the carnage in the Bataclan concert hall by lying down, as if dead, among those who already were: “But most of this is to the 80 people who were murdered inside that venue, who weren’t as lucky, who didn’t get to wake up today and to all the pain that their friends and families are going through. I am so sorry. There’s nothing that will

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we are all trying to wrap our heads around what, exactly, happened in the horrendous terror attacks in Paris.

fix the pain. I feel privileged to be there for their last breaths. And truly believing that I would join them, I promise that their last thoughts were not on the animals who caused all this. It was thinking of the people they loved. “As I lay down in the blood of strangers and waiting for my bullet to end my mere 22 years, I envisioned every face that I have ever loved and whispered ‘I love you.’ Over and over again. Reflecting on the highlights of my life. Wishing that those I love knew just how much, wishing that they knew that no matter what happened to me, to keep believing in the good in people. To not let those men win. Last night, the lives of many were forever changed and it is up to us to be better people. To live lives that the innocent victims of this tragedy dreamt about but sadly will now never be able to fulfill. RIP angels. You will never be forgotten.” May there be love, and may it conquer. This is my Thanksgiving, New Year’s, and Forever wish. Amen.

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GOP could lose war by winning battle

he average voter doesn’t know very much about the process of electing a president. They have heard about the primary elections and understand that the last man or woman standing gets the nomination and the chance to run for president in 2016. But the difference between the primaries and the general election is the difference between night and day. The Republican primary candidates spend their time romancing the most conservative voters hoping that by throwing out as much red meat as possible,they will get their approval. When those primaries are over, Republican leaders hope that they have chosen a candidate who will do well in the general election. But that’s the problem . Up to this point in time, in order to woo the most right-wing party members, the Republican candidates have taken position after position that will alienate the mainstream voter who tends to be

more moderate. Including the people insulted at the most recent debate, here is a recap of the groups that have been told to take a hike. The pledge to deport 11 million so-called illegal immigrants, has the support of almost all of the Republican contenders. Add to that the promise that any of the “dreamers,” children born here of illegal immigrants, should also be kicked out, doesn’t leave many racial groups to vote Republican. Considering that Hispanics are about 34 per cent of the vote, you can check that group off as a GOP voting prospect. Even Sen. Marco Rubio, who was the original sponsor of the pathway to citizenship bill, has jumped off the pro-immigrant bandwagon. Sen. Ted Cruz, the son of Cuban immigrants, stood speechless at the recent debate when the other candidates were sparring over mass deportations. He was joined by Rubio who seemed to be in some far off place while the back and forth took place

of Texas flat out said she wouldn’t Democratic and Republican privote for Donald Trump if he were mary voters. the nominee. By the time the primary season She no doubt is joined by is over, Democratic candidates find many other women who feel that a way to move enough to the left the Republicans seem to subscribe to keep their voters happy. If the to the idea that a woman’s place is true conservative wing of the Rein the home. publican Party is unhappy, there is Donald Trump’s pledge to” always a chance that they will sit bring America back to what it used on their hands and do nothing for to be” caused a comedian on Sat- the party’s chosen candidate. urday Night Live to say that as a For the Democrats, the primablack person he isn’t quite ready to ry contests often are just a chance go back to the old days. to have a good argument and then JERRY KREMER If you are working in some forget it. Kremer’s Corner dinghy factory being paid $8 dolFor the Republicans, the survilars an hour, it wasn’t very excit- vor of the primary process may be between Jeb Bush and Donald ing to hear all of the Republican totally unelectable. Trump. candidates pledge to oppose any If you don’t believe me, I will Women voters haven’t heard increase in the minimum wage. give you Mitt Romney’s telephone anything promising from the ReThere is a difference between number. publican candidates in recent months. The majority of the debate correctio n participants do not favor an abortion for a woman who was raped Blank Slate Media published a letter to the editor last week as a result of some criminal action titled “Town needs less photo ops and more action” signed by or incest. M.K “Disgusted.” Blank Slate Media’s policy calls for all letters You can tell that things are to be identified by name rather than initials. We apologize for getting worse by the day when the wife of the Republican governor the publication of a letter in violation of our own policies.

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Time to move on from Common Core

hose of you reading this column who have significant others already know that you learn an awful lot of life’s lessons the hard way when you settle down with someone. My lovely bride of 20 years would likely tell you that I’ve learned very little but I will say there is one idea that I know applies to everyone in everyday life: when you’re wrong, admit it and move on. Bad situations never improve if you’re stubbornly clinging to your point of view (I can’t wait until she reads this!). Case in point would be New York State’s disastrous experiment with Common Core. You’ll recall that in my June column earlier this year, I challenged the state’s new Education Commissioner, MaryEllen Elia, to initiate an adult version of the “do-over.” I wrote: Common Core, the dramatic move toward more standardized testing, and poorly planned teacher evaluations have been nothing short of a train wreck.

For six whole years we in Albany have tried repeatedly to correct, and negotiate, and cajole, and rework infinite details and for all our head banging all we have are anxious kids, angry parents, and uninspired teachers. I think it’s more than safe to say that we aren’t going to fix this train while it’s in motion. What should be done is a moratorium period — a pause if you will — that allows us to regroup, keep what’s good, throw out what’s bad and start over from the beginning. This new approach has authentic support among Republicans and Democrats alike in both the Senate and the Assembly but I will bluntly tell you that such action won’t be possible without a state Education Commissioner who can show true leadership, the kind that admits mistakes and stands up against the status quo. Quite bluntly, after meeting with hundreds of parents, teachers and students, writing about it dozens of times, and clashing so publicly with the former education commissioner, Dr. John King Jr., it was obvious to me that Common

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Core just wasn’t working. As your state senator I initially tried to find ways that it could be salvaged. After all, the experts kept telling us that this enormously expensive experiment would somehow work out in the end. But I immediately collided with and eventually called for the resignation of a tone-deaf Dr. King. Then I held town hall meetings for local parents that only fell on deaf ears in Albany. I had to make sense of the inBloom data fiasco that compro-

mised the privacy of our children (fortunately the State eventually came to its senses and halted its relationship with inBloom). I even took issue with the cookie cutter curriculum. It seemed nothing about this plan worked but in the end, I’ve simply had too many long nights at the kitchen table with at least one of my frustrated children, too many mornings at school drop-off listening to angry neighbors, and too many meetings with down-trodden teachers and superintendents. We all want higher standards and certainly the original aim was worthy but you know what roads are paved with good intentions. So I couldn’t help but ask, “What in the world are we doing?” Dare I say I now see a bit of light at the end of this tunnel? This past week, the Governor’s “Common Core Task Force” finally held public hearings asking New Yorkers how to improve it. The answer they’re hearing across the board? Dump it. By and large witnesses are testifying that it’s a complete failure on

so many levels that they won’t be satisfied with incremental change, they simply want it to end. For many, that’s a bitter pill to swallow and it’s certainly a herculean task to turn a ship this big around. But more than that, I think pride has played a far greater role in this unwillingness to change than it should have. Amazing as it sounds, some people just don’t want to give up on what was supposed to be a “big idea” that was going to change the face of education. But as Winston Churchill, the clear-sighted Prime Minister of Britain once noted, “Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.” Here’s hoping that courage soon finds its voice in Albany, that we admit it was a mistake so we can move on. Read more about the fight against common core here: www. nysenate.gov/newsroom/pressreleases/jack-m-martins/desk-senator-jack-m-martins-127

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It’s late in 4th quarter for football

“Tipping Point” is approaching for the demise of tackle football. The game will end first for pre-collegiate players. Indeed, some academically acclaimed, Phi Beta Kappa colleges have already ended the sport, including Swarthmore and Hofstra (where I taught for 55 years). I grew up in a football-crazed community that cherished championship seasons. Not surprising that I have emotional ambivalences about joining the rising chorus to abolish tackle football. My vivid sports’ memories include the extensive training discipline of football, the geometrics of designing and running plays, as well as the camaraderie among teammates, coaches, school friends and our community. In 1947, I played my first game at Nyack Boys School. Those young men (already neck-tie clad) existed in a socially privileged world compared to our ethnic community (none of our parents were college graduates; few had made it into high school). Commentators often refer to the agony and ecstasy of football. I have experienced both. For me, the scales now tip em-

phatically toward abolition of the game. My Sparkill Sparks won that ‘47 game 12-0. Although I scored both touchdowns, I was disappointed because I yearned to be the quarterback, not the wide receiver who caught his passes. All of us growing up in the 1940s cheered for West Point, “The Black Knights of the Hudson.” The stars on “Army’s” team were Glenn Davis and Doc Blanchard, but when I heard that the coach Earl “Red” Blaik said, “The quarterbacks of today are the generals of tomorrow,” I knew my position goal. When I played on the Tappan Zee High School championship team in 1949, I was one of two freshmen to earn a varsity letter. Although I was the third-string quarterback, I can still vividly remember the first pass I threw; it went for a touchdown. In full disclosure, I confess I was so nervous that I thought I would fumble or throw an interception. Luckily for me, I only had to toss the ball less than 10 yards, after which Joe “Mercury” Mercurio sped another 60 yards for a touchdown. As teenagers, presidential candidate Ben Carson and I shared visions of West Point.

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When I won a New York State 440-yard championship while running on the West Point track in spring 1951, enthusiasm was fueled among teachers and community leaders that I might receive an Academy appointment. However, a September day in fall 1951 ended my West Point dreams. As TZ starting quarterback, I was so seriously injured that I received Last Rites of the Catholic Church at Nyack Hospital. The headline for the Journal News was: “Loss of D’Innocenzo Tough Blow for Dutchmen.” More important than athletic kudos thrown my way were concerns about whether parents would demand that their sons quit the game because of its dangers.

Dear reader, I will spare you the grisly details. But if you follow NFL football and heard about renowned quarterback Andrew Luck, “sidelined with a lacerated kidney,” my injury was worse. Emergency exploratory surgery seeking the source of internal bleeding left me with a scar that circles from my navel to the middle of my back. With my innards exposed, the remarkable Dr. Ciancimino removed my kidney (which had been split in half from impact). That was the end of all my contact sports in high school (including basketball, so defined in those days), and the end of West Point aspirations. Although it took me months to recover from losing a kidney, from traumatic surgery, and from a long hospital stay, the injury did not end my love of football. My disenchantments with the violence of tackle football proceeded slowly, but inexorably. As momentum accelerated by critics, I continued to move toward their “end zone.” While I can still appreciate the appeals of football, they are no longer sufficient for me to support its continuation. I do understand that football

spurs athletic skills, that it fosters team spirit (for players and fans, including the ritual pageantry of uniforms, bands and cheerleaders), that it can be savored as spectators (especially for those who have played the game). Current realities deter efforts to end college and professional football; they are deeply driven by money and television. However, it would be a descent into unreality to ignore the mounting evidence of injuries (worse than coal mining): concussions, long-term disabilities, and more than 100 deaths since 2005 (11 high school players died in the past 4 months). How many of you would join the impressive lists of parents (including star athletes) who will not allow their children to play tackle football? The brutal consequences of tackle football almost caused President Theodore Roosevelt to abolish the “sport.” As we approach the 2016 election year, this is the time for more colleges and for all schools to end tackle football. The important joys of the sport can be sustained by moving to flag football. [To be continued, with assists from Dr. Ben Carson]

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State needs transparency, openness

he Center for Public Integrity, a respected nonpartisan news organization and winner of the 2014 Pulitzer Prize, gave New York a D-rating in its 2015 State Integrity Investigation. The integrity investigation highlights several flaws: FOIL requests are poorly conducted; corporate donation laws aren’t respected; campaign funds are often used for personal expenses; few sanctions are placed on offenders of campaign finance laws; asset disclosures are rarely audited; conflicts of interest are rampant; and, information isn’t readily available online. Unfortunately, this is just a small sampling of the discussed shortcomings in New York’s political process. It’s no secret; trust in New York State elected officials has dramatically dropped in recent years.

Currently, news media highlights the corruption cases of former state Senate leader Dean Skelos and former state Assembly leader Sheldon Silver, but these aren’t an anomaly. According to the Syracuse Post Standard, 41 state officials have been accused of misdeeds in the past 12 years. To be fair there are some terrific men and women in the state Senate and Assembly. They work hard and represent their constituents well. It would be wonderful if they banded together, stood up to corruption and insisted on integrity. Turnout in the 2014 election cycle was 28.8 percent in New York State, the fourth lowest in the United States even though there were three statewide elections. With incumbent elected officials sending out taxpayer funded mail pieces disingenu-

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All Things Political ously telling voters how they haven’t raised taxes or how they fought for millions of dollars in school funding even though it’s substantially less than previous years, the low voter participation isn’t surprising. Sending out taxpayer funded mailers with messages that serve the politician and not the

electorate add to the diminishing integrity of the political process. In my opinion, the only thing that will motivate New Yorkers to show up at the polls is transparency. Transparency will help voters believe that elected officials are true public servants. Many of our elected officials seem to have forgotten what transparency is, and, more specifically, what it looks like. To me, transparency means both full disclosure of and easy access to information. This would enable residents to learn or investigate anything they need, and would improve faith in government. Transparency means an accessible database of who makes political donations to whom and access to public information that will help them get the services they need. People need to understand how their money is being spent

with easy access to transparent budgets and state awarded contracts. They want an end to cronyism and wasted taxpayer dollars. Transparency also means meaningful job creation through tax incentives, not to those who are politically connected. I was born in New York; I went to public school, college and graduate school in New York; I got married in New York; I work in New York. In short, I’ve lived my whole life in New York. I want the same for my children. Unless we change the political process on the state level, by engaging residents and challenging politicians to show true leadership it will be difficult to encourage other residents to embrace New York as I have. Success is earned. As of now, so is New York’s D- rating for state integrity.

Attacks in Paris are attacks on all of us

he situation is more significant than the American government would have themselves believe. They would like to believe that this is not a problem with such gravitational force. This is more than an attack on Paris. This is an attack on the

world. This is a message to say that they will come, they will attack, they will have no mercy. Like a rabid animal, they have no logic and will hurt without reason. The only thing that makes their message most frightening is that they have no direction and will attack anything at

random. The greatest form of terrorism is a group of individuals that possess nothing. Nothing but a hatred of life in general. A haven for the mentally unstable. A group where acceptance is given to those who will die not for a cause, but be-

cause they already wanted to begin with. Fear is the natural response, but now is not the time to be thinking of what could happen, but what we should do to make ourselves stronger. Not as a single nation, but as a united world.

A united world would be most terrifying to them. We all have the same enemy as of right now, and we must not let them drive us apart through intimidation. Tyler Lucarelli Great Neck

Democratic women also oppose abortion

hile previous letters written by Dr. Hal Sobel were read with interest, his recent essay is so full of nonsense that he must be challenged. (News Times, November 13, 2015). Does he really believe the Republican party is an all male political party? Has he asked Republican women if they are engaged in “a war on women”?

His first paragraph fails to identify who uses the phrase “War On Women” to describe “Republican policies and proposals.” Then he proceeds to insinuate Republicans were responsible for the 1998 bombing of an abortion clinic in Birmingham, Ala. and the 2009 murder of a Dr. Tiller in Kansas. While the question of the odds of pregnancy during rape

induced trauma remains unclear, Sobel pontificates “Lies die hard.” And then he belittles Foster Friess for his humorous comment about a recommended birth control practice of yesteryear: “In my days Bayer aspirin was used for contraception... the gals put it between their knees.” Could it be that Dr. Sobel didn’t understand the Friess

Parking increase an ‘insult’

he holiday shopping season is upon us. Our local merchants look forward to brisk business during this season in order to stay in the black. The “Jean Machine,” in its

infinite wisdom, has added insult to injury to the merchants of Great Neck Plaza by doubling the price of parking in this village. Potential shoppers now have the honor of paying twice as

much for the privilege of looking at the now and future empty storefronts. It’s time for the “Jean Machine Regime” to go! Leo Pfeifer Village of Great Neck Plaza

comment? Or did he find it unbelievable that a woman could or should have control of her own private parts. Dr. Sobel drops names (Christopher Morley, Arnold Toynbee) to imply that respected thinkers were on his side. And he assumes that all Democrats support the right to butcher human flesh that can’t defend itself.

Hopefully, Democratic women will enlighten Hal Sobel about the evils that arise when human life is not adequately protected. Democrats are at their best when they fight to put money in the pockets of workers. They are at their worst when they take money from workers to pay for human carnage. James P. Gough New Hyde Park

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Plaza gets it on wrong on parking

fter more than five years of my presenting data to the Village of Great Neck Plaza, the village finally decided to address the problems of parking abuse, especially in the Gussack Plaza outdoor lot. That lot is behind my store, Camp & Campus. I have been in my present location since March of 2005 after being on Bond Street for 50 years. I personally observed on a daily basis the abuse that took place. Employees and some merchants would park in the lot for the four-hour limit from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and then move their cars to a metered spot in the garage across the street for two hours. That brought them to 3 p.m. or later where the garage was free from 3 p.m. on. These people could have purchased a permit to park in the garage all day. However, the $90 dollars for three months was more expensive (although very reasonable) than the $1 in the lot and the fifty cents in the garage. Sometimes, they simply fed the meter and stayed there for 8 hours, especially if they saw that the tires were not chalked that day. With the change in the parking charge from 25 cents per hour to 25 cents for 30 minutes, this is no longer the case. Also, and most importantly the problem is solved by the fact that the garage is no longer free from 3 p.m. but was changed to 5 p.m. This would require the abusers to address their cars between 3 and 4 p.m. if they work to 6 p.m. which is when most of the stores close, except for the restaurants in town. Between the additional cost and the need to attend to their

cars an additional time, this would be enough incentive for them to get a permit and end the abuse in the lot. Every parking spot that is used by an employee is one less spot that is available to many customers. Each spot occupied by a consumer turns over at least three to six times a day. The lot is the busiest between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. during the lunch hour period. Customers circle continuously hoping to park in a vacating spot. The abusers are taking up parking spaces during this period of time. However, the Great Neck Plaza Board of Trustees is creating as many problems as they are solving in regards to the parking problems in the Village of Great Neck Plaza, the main shopping area for the entire Great Neck peninsula. I personally did surveys of the parking abuse in the lot. These surveys were presented to Mayor Jean Celender and other village employees. I went around the lot three times during the day: 10-11 a.m., 1-2 p.m. and 3-4; very often for seven consecutive days; I wrote down the spot number and the license plate of every car. I was able to identify the cars that were there multiple times a week and for more hours than they should have been because they were feeding the meter. The village hired a parking consultant to evaluate the parking problems at a cost of $3,500 to the taxpayers. The only need for having this consultant was so that the village could point to the fact that the changes were recommended by a consultant, thereby reducing the validity of objections. The consultant spent three hours between about 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on two consecutive Thurs-

days to form all its conclusions. He did not see parking patterns earlier in the morning and after 3 p.m. He was not here on the weekends. Saturday is not a problem at all; but Sunday is actually the worst day of the week for abuse and is not dealt with nor solved by the changes to take into effect this week. The consultant identified the same problems that I had identified and reported to the village for years; but his conclusions and suggestions did not consider all of their ramifications. Common sense alone dictated what had to be done. The actions previously mentioned should solve the problems caused by these inconsiderate individuals. But the village has gone beyond that and thereby making it more difficult for some shoppers to patronize the Great Neck stores and restaurants. The consultant said that the average shopper spends about an hour and a half in the village. That means that some could spend only 20 minutes, but others could spend 2 ½ or 3 ½ hours. If a customer comes into town and wants to have lunch and then go shopping and visit multiple stores, that can take more than two hours. The number of times over the last 50 years that a customer has said to me “I am in a hurry. My meter is about to expire” is easily in the thousands. Sixty-six of 95 parking spaces are being converted to a two-hour parking limit. This is unnecessary because the person who only needs an hour is not staying longer any way. What happens when the shopper who needs the extra time

Lincoln earns re-election as parks district commish

ob Lincoln is running for park commissioner. He deserves our vote for reelection as a hands-on commissioner who provides vision, managerial oversight, energy and dedication in making our parks the best that they can be for all ages. Bob addresses the maintenance of our parks and buildings while keeping within budget.

The ducks are back in cleaned up Allenwood Park pond. Summer concerts had the best cumulative talent in years and huge attendance confirmed this. Playscape got a total makeover and is now a much needed facility for parties or classes. Just happens to be a revenue producer too. Defribulators were added to

parks to aid any stricken park users on the ballfields, tennis courts, ice rink, etc. Working with a citizen advisory group, Bob spearheaded a code of conduct for all future campaigners and voting day procedures. Please come out and vote for Bob on Tuesday, Dec. 8. Steven M. Walk Great Neck

arrives at the lot and all of the 29 four-hour spaces are occupied? She parks in a two-hour space. In two hours, she might just leave town. She might feed the meter, thereby risking a summons. Or she might move the car to another two-hour space. She might move to a four-hour space, thereby giving her a potential sixhour stay. If she could do this, then the abusers could do this also. What is the solution? And what risk of a summons is she taking? Let us just chase away the customers. This was not the intent of the changes. Supposedly, the changes were meant to make it easier for shoppers to park. This is not the case. The lot is being cleared by simply the change of the garage meters from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. and the reduction of the number of those meters from 24 to 12. I have visions of many more customer complaints and in many cases of customers not coming back after they receive a summons for staying in my store or some other store or restaurant beyond their allotted time. We have all been looking forward to the opening of the “Muse Paint Bar” in what was the former location of Bruce’s. It has opened and is already very successful and has brought some new faces to the street and my store. Yesterday, four women carrying their canvases came into Camp & Campus, looked around and indicated that they would be back. While writing this, I walked over to the Muse Paint Bar and asked how long one of his events/ parties lasts. The answer was 2 ½ hours just for the paint time. The two-hour meter does not work for this new Great Neck business. How about seeing the effects of the change in the garage hours and the change in the fees before changing the parking lot meter limits. That should be enough to get the offending people to buy parking permits. I mentioned the weekends. The garages are free on the weekends. The Gussack lot is very often almost empty of cars with permits on Saturday. Why? The abusers park in the garage. Why pay when it is free across the street. But Sunday is a different story. The lot is also free.

Therefore, many people who normally park in the garage with their permits all of a sudden become lazy and park in the lot. On most Sundays, I have seen up to 14 cars with permits in the lot all day. Those, in addition to people who have abused the lot during the week can bring the total number of cars that do not belong in the lot to 20 cars: 20 of 95. Ridiculous. Remember that in 2015 in Great Neck, Sunday is what Saturday used to be for the previous 50 years. Also, on Sundays I have seen as many as 12 cars with permits on Middle Neck Road from Cuttermill Road to Cedar Drive. Plus, the cars of the people who take the LIRR to the city are on the streets and in the lots, thereby taking up parking spaces in the business district all day. Another problem is the Maple Drive Garage. It has had fourhour meters on the first floor. These are being changed to twohour meters with the need to pay until 5 p.m. instead of the original 3 p.m. There are several negative impacts of this change. The parking lot on Maple Drive behind the Squire Theater and the Gold Coast Arts Center and across from the Maple Drive Garage is going to be closed shortly for months for a total renovation. A two-hour limit clearly is not enough time to attend a movie matinée. People attend the movies from all over. We would like them to become patrons of the stores and restaurants also. Also, we should be promoting the employment of our high school students. I have had students who start work between 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. and work until 6 p.m. I have always recommended that they park in the Maple Drive Garage at a meter. If they came in before 3 p.m. or after 3 p.m. they were okay. When they arrived after 3 p.m., then they parked anywhere in the garage. Now that is impossible. Either a four-hour meter or the 3 p.m. limit or both would be workable. After years of my complaining to the village and documenting the problems of parking abuse by employees in the Gussack Lot, I would have preferred that they had done nothing then the changes that they are putting into effect. Mark Wolf Great Neck Letters Continued on Page 61

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Church of E.W. raises $3K for food center Two weeks ago at the meeting of the “World Service Committee” of the Community Church of East Williston, there was a discussion of the need for additional funds for responding to the needs of the Long Island Council of Churches Food Center. Recognizing that the current funds on account were low, one of the members said he would present a challenge grant

Hempstead waiving pet adoption fees The Town of Hempstead will be waiving all of the town’s pet adoption fees to prospective adopters of cats and dogs at the Town Animal Shelter starting Nov. 21 and continuing until Jan. 3, 2016 as part of the town’s annual “Home for the Holidays” pet adoption program, town officials said. “There’s no place like home for the holidays, and the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter has many beautiful dogs and cats looking for a loving family to adopt them into their lives,” Town Supervisor Kate Murray said. During the “Home for the Holidays” program the town is waiving fees on adoptions. Additionally, there will be no charge for a host of inoculations and services for adopted pets. Those services include spaying and neutering, rabies vaccinations, microchipping and, for cats, testing for feline AIDS and leukemia. The town has also partnered with three local sponsors, Island Trees Veterinary Hospital in Hicksville, Dog Grooming by Rachel in Bellmore and Fido Fitness Club in Woodmere, all of which will be providing free gifts for each pet adopted from the town shelter during the Home for the Holidays program. Residents can get a head start on the adoption process by visiting the Animal Shelter’s website at www.toh.li/animalshelter, where they can view cats and dogs that are currently up for adoption. The Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter is located at 3320 Beltagh Ave. in Wantagh. Adoption hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Thursday from 12 noon to 8 p.m.; and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, please call the shelter at 516-785-5220. “We encourage neighbors to visit the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter, and find the newest member of their family to bring ‘home for the holidays,’” Murray said. “During this season of giving, and with all fees waived, there’s no better time to adopt a new furry friend.”

of $250, donating that amount if someone would match his donation. On Sunday morning this challenge was related to the congregation during worship, and the response to date has been over $3000 that will be delivered to the food center. Turkeys and other food items have been collected over the past weeks and will also be given to the food center.

LICAA hosts Sweisgood Breakfast On Sunday, Nov. 8, Long Island’s educators, treatment professionals, and community members gathered in recognition of substance abuse recovery at Mineolabased Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence’s 26th Annual Peter Sweisgood Breakfast. This family-focused community event was held at the IBEW Local 25 Hall in Hauppauge and featured stories of personal struggles with addiction, as well as highlighting the efforts of addiction service providers and advocates for changes to policies affecting those suffering from substance abuse disorders. The Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence honored two individuals whose accomplishments have shaped public policy, expanded public awareness, enhanced treatment options and help many individuals address growing drug and alcohol problems.

The honorees include Community Champion Bruce W. Both, president of the United Food and Commercial Workers Local 1500; and Fisher of Men honoree, Anthony Rizzuto, provider relations, Seafield Center and executive director of F.I.S.T. “Each year, this gathering is an important opportunity for the Long Island recovery community to reflect on both our victories and challenges of the past year, as well as to rally around the crucial issues for the coming year,” LICADD Executive Director Steve Chassman. “We have made great strides in 2015 on behalf of Long Islanders struggling with addiction, but there is much left to accomplish.” Families are dealing with the devastating effects of untreated addiction across Long Island and every day the region loses at least one person to fatal overdose. However, it remains uncommon for health plans to cover comprehensive ad-

diction treatment, while unnecessary bureaucratic barriers often stand between someone receiving the help they need and remaining trapped in an overwhelming, but treatable, disease cycle. In addition, the event’s “Recovery Speaker” discussed her own inspiring journey into and back out of the depths of addiction. Her story underlined the extremely treatable nature of addiction as a disease and offered hope to those who battle this illness or have a family member struggling with it. This community event was made possible by sponsors UFCW 1500, Seafield Center, Sprout Health Group, Bridge Back to Life, Long Island Center for Recovery, Waters Edge Recovery, Southampton Hospital, True Recovery Treatment Center, CWA Local 1104, Flushing Bank and the Kenneth Peters Center for Recovery.

Gorman to give talk on Mineola history

George “Chip” Gorman will address the Mineola Historical Society on Tuesday, Nov. 24, at 7:30 p.m. Gorman will speak on the history of Jones Beach and the future development of the significant Long Island site. Gorman’s career with the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation began in 1977 as a summer seasonal Park Worker at Jones Beach State Park. He has successfully risen to Deputy Regional Director overseeing park operations for 32 state parks on Long Island. In 1980, Gorman became a permanent employee and over several years obtained the position of Park Manager 3, Director of Operational Support at Jones Beach State Park where he assisted in the management of the entire facility, which encompasses 6.1 miles of oceanfront beach and received 8 million visitors a year. He coordinated day-to-day operations throughout the park all year long including crisis management and supervised 850 staff employees. In 1990, Gorman was promoted to Director of Recreation Services for the Long Island State Park Region. He performed duties such as spokesperson for the Long Island State Park Region, managing and fund-raising for New York State Parks’ spe-

George “Chip” Gorman cial events and recreation programs. In 1999, Gorman advanced to Director of Administration at which time he managed several regional departments including Human Resources, Labor Relations, Recreation, Art, Photo, Print Shop and Games for the Physically Challenged. Also, he assisted in operational duties within the Long Island Region and New York State Parks Commissioner on various special projects.

In 2003, Gorman advanced to Director of Operations and was responsible for day-to-day operations of 32 Long Island State Parks, including management of approximately 1,000 employees, as well as supervision of nearly 500 lifeguards. In 2006, George Gorman successfully advanced to Deputy Regional Director and is responsible for the administration and management of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation – Long Island Region. Today, his responsibilities include all aspects for the Long Island State Park Region and full oversight of a budget exceeding $30 million. He supervises and administers personnel programs of nearly 2500 employees and manages nearly 35,000 acres of parkland. He also reviews all regional capital construction programs and ensures safe and enjoyable recreational experiences for nearly 20 million park visitors annually. The Mineola Historical Society is located at 230 Liberty Ave., the location of the Mineola pool. All adults and youth are invited to attend this free event. Refreshments will be served. Please call Tom Murtha, President of the Mineola Historical Society, at 516297-1343 if there are any questions.

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Curtain comes down on gold Coast

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he curtains closed on the 5th annual Gold Coast International Film Festival on Sunday evening following a week of movie screenings, after parties and special guest Q&A’s. Festival Director Caroline Sorokoff said the Gold Coast Arts Center and others associated with the festival were pleased with this year’s festival. “We were just really happy with the level and number of filmmakers that came out, which included multiple academy award nominees,” she said. “We had great films that appealed to a wide range of people. It was a huge success and continues to get bigger every year.” The film festival began on Nov. 9 with a Q&A with Morgan Spurlock, the

producer and director of the Oscar-nominated documentary “Super Size Me,” and screened 43 movies at nine different venues during the six-day period until Nov. 15. A “Closing Night Awards Party” for filmmakers, sponsors, special guests, and all-access passholders to celebrate the festival’s conclusion and present filmmakers with various awards ended the festival. The arts center gave out “Best Narrative” and “Best Documentary” awards, voted for by audiences at the movie screenings, as well as “Best Short” awards for short films voted for by a jury and by the audience. “Mustang,” a Turkish film about the experiences of five sisters living in a Turkish village, won the “Best Narrative” award.

“Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw,” a documentary about the former WNBA player’s struggles with depression, and “We Are Twisted Sister,” a documentary showcasing the band’s years prior to international fame, both won the “Best Documentary” award after tying in votes. “Subway Love,” a poetry film told through a love story on the New York City subway, and “Tender Stories No. 1,” a film about fashion, tied to win the jury award for “Best Short.” “The Present,” an animated film about a boy who prefers to play inside, won the jury award for “Best Student Short.” “Grounded,” a French film about a woman attempting to fly to her mother’s burial, won the audience award for “Best Short.”

Sorokoff said the filmmakers who attended got more than expected from the film festival. “The filmmakers who came were very, very happy and impressed that our festival that is so young is so organized and well received,” she said. Sorokoff added that when the festival organizers looked at the audience ballots, people “almost universally loved all of the movies.” She also said her favorite part of the festival was the launching of the “Young Filmmakers Program,” a program for kids from Kindergarten to 12th grade to submit short films to the arts center. Now that the film festival is over, the Gold Coast Arts Center is putting together it’s year-round screening series that begins in December, Sorokoff said.

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An Evening with Judy Collins Sunday, Nov. 22, 7 p.m.

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Shadmehr Aghili Saturday, Nov. 21, 8 p.m.

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Funk Filharmonik’s 30th Anniversary Funksgiving

Wednesday, Nov. 25, 8 p.m. For the past 29 years, Funk Filharmonik’s big, fat, fiery horn sound and chunky tight rhythmic vibe has become a magnet for musicians and music lovers of all stripes, attracting three generations of fans, from jazz lovers to rockin’ bikers, from students to teachers, from youngsters and hipsters to oldsters. Collectively and individually, members of F.F. have recorded and continue to perform with some of the biggest names in popular music. Where: The Madison Theatre At Molloy College 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre Info: (516) 323-4444 • http://madisontheatreny.org.

The Producers Sunday, Nov. 22, 7 p.m.

Bialystock and Bloom! Those names should strike terror and hysteria in anyone familiar with Mel Brooks’ classic cult comedy film. Now as a big Broadway musical, The Producers once again sets the standard for modern, outrageous, in-your-face humor. The national tour visits the Tilles Center Sunday. Single ticket prices are $83, $68, $53, $33. Prices include a $3 facility fee. Where: Tilles Center For The Performing Arts LIU Post, 720 Northern Boulevard, Brookville Info: (516) 299-3100 • http://tillescenter.org

Frank Caliendo Saturday, Nov. 21, 8 p.m. The Paramount Comedy Series presents comedian, actor, and impressionist Frank Caliendo. Well known for his impressions of famous actors Morgan Freeman, Al Pacino, Robin Williams and Robert DeNiro; politicians George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, and Barack Obama; and talk show hosts Dr. Phil, Jay Leno and David Letterman, Caliendo’s high energy act is a blend of observations, impressions, characters and anecdotal stories that start at a frenetic pace and never let up. Where: The Paramount 370 New York Ave., Huntington Info: (631) 673-7300 ext. 303 www.paramountny.com

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3. Two and one-half hours before serving, preheat oven to 325 degrees. Remove breast, pour the wine into the bottom of the roasting pan. Place all of the remaining ingredients in a roasting pan. Place turkey breast on top and place in oven and roast for 2 3/4 hours or until internal temperature is 160 degrees. 4. Remove turkey from oven. Cover with aluminum foil and let rest 25 minutes. Carve and serve. (Save carcass and all vegetables and liquid for next weeks’ recipe Turkey Bouillon. Turkey Gravy 4 tblsps Wondra 1/2 cup water 2 cups homemade chicken stock or store bought 1. In a saucepan, stir Wondra into water. Whisk in stock. Heat to a boil, whisking constantly. 2. Refrigerate for up to 4 days. 3. Reheat over medium heat. Serve with turkey.

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Arts & Entertainment Calendar GOLD COAST ARTS CENTER 113 Middle Neck Road, Great Neck (516) 829-2570 • http://goldcoastarts.org Sept. 27 through Nov. 23. Abstract Architecture Exhibit LANDMARK ON MAIN STREET 232 Main Street, Suite 1 Port Washington (516) 767-1384 ext. 101 www.landmarkonmainstreet.org Saturday, Nov. 21, 8 p.m. The Pine Hill Project – Lucy Kaplansky & Richard Shindell Sunday, Nov. 22, 7 p.m. An Evening with Judy Collins Friday, Dec. 4, 8 p.m. George Winston: A Solo Piano Concert Saturday, Dec. 5, 8 p.m. Darlene Love Sunday, Dec. 13, 7 p.m. The Klezmatics Present Happy Joyous Hanukah, Lyrics by Woody Guthrie Friday, Dec. 18, 8 p.m. Dar Williams Friday, Jan. 8, 8 p.m. Upright Citizens Brigade Friday, Jan. 16, 8 p.m. On Your Radar with WFUV’s John Platt Friday, Jan. 29, 8 p.m. Robyn Hitchcock

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Children’s museum to produce new play The Long Island Children’s Museum has commissioned a new musical, “Princess Frog – A Musical Fairy Tale,” to complement the exhibit “Once Upon a Time….Exploring the World of Fairy Tales,” currently in residence at LICM. Award-winning songwriter Lena Pennino-Smith has been tapped to create a contemporary retelling of the classic Italian fairy tale The Princess Frog. The new musical will run for 14 performances in the LICM Theater during November and December. The commission is made possible with the support of the New York Council for the Humanities. “The performing arts have been an integral activity at the Long Island Children’s Museum since it opened in 1993,” said LICM President Suzanne LeBlanc. “Commissioning a new production is the next step in the Theater’s evolution and reinforces the dynamic synergism between the Museum’s exhibits and its stage.” Fairy tales are adapted over time as they are re-told and shaped for audience relevance. The “frog bride” story is a popular literary trope found in numerous European cultures; including one in the Brothers Grimm collection. Twenty-first century families will easily relate to Pennino-Smith’s modern fairy tale that features three squabbling brothers, who

happen to be princes, one frustrated (Queen) mother, three magic rocks and an enchanted frog. Live action, music and puppetry are used to tell this new version, which blends traditional literary elements with features of the local wetlands environment. Dramaturg Don Rebar will work with Pennino-Smith to provide cultural and historic context for the re-interpretation, while also developing materials for family audiences, including an activity guide, character profiles and reading lists. These materials will be available in hard copy, as well as through the Museum’s website (licm.org). The creative partnership between the Children’s Museum and Lena Pennino-Smith has evolved over several years. As founder, songwriter and lead singer in the Happy Clam Band, she first appeared in the LICM Theater for the Museum’s popular “Saltwater Stories” program. LICM Theater Manager Jim Packard next approached her to develop original songs for Spring Break concerts complementing the residency of a traveling exhibit, “Secrets of Circles.” The songs were shaped into an original musical revue called “Full Circle.” The collaboration deepened with the presentation of her next creative production, Happy as Clams: The Musical” for both family and school audiences. The musical producContinued on Page 42

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Easy ways to start living healthier every day

ontrary to popular belief, adopting a healthy lifestyle is not a difficult undertaking. In certain instances, convenience may need to be sacrificed in favor of nutrition, but many people find that living healthy is not nearly as difficult as they assumed it would be when they initially decided to make a change. When men and women decide they want to start living healthier, many mistakenly assume they must abandon their existing habits entirely and start from scratch. But the following are some easy ways to start living healthier every day. Eat more fruits and vegetables. One of the best and easiest ways to live healthier is to begin eating more fruits and vegetables. Instead of unhealthy snacks like potato chips and cookies, snack on a piece of fruit, and never sit down to a meal unless you include some vegetables to go along with the main course. Studies have shown that men and women whose diets are high in fruits

and vegetables are less likely to develop certain types of cancers, including cancers of the digestive tract. In addition, the United States Department of Agriculture notes that people whose diets are rich in fruits and vegetables have a lower risk for heart disease, including heart attack and stroke. Slow down your eating routine. Some people may already be eating the right foods, but they may just be eating too much of them. It takes time for your body to let you know it’s had too much to eat, so eating too fast can increase your risk of overeating. While eating, try to limit distractions that can take your attention away from how much you’re eating. If you’re always watching television or checking emails on your phone while eating, try a few days of distraction-free, careful eating, and you may find yourself eating less and feeling more energized after a meal. Skip the second glass of wine. The

much publicized medical benefits of wine are somewhat misleading. According to the Mayo Clinic, when consumed in moderation, red wine can help prevent heart disease. That’s because alcohol and antioxidants found in red wine have been shown to increase levels of highdensity lipoprotein, often referred to as “good” cholesterol, and protect against artery damage. But wine also contains sugars that can fatten the liver, and a fatty liver can contribute to a host of serious health problems. If you already drink wine, limit yourself to one glass per day. If you are not a wine drinker, then it’s important to note that many doctors believe the potential benefits of drinking wine do not outweigh the potentially negative consequences associated with alcohol consumption, which include neurological problems and an increased risk for heart disease. Get more sleep. Inadequate sleep affects the body in a variety of ways.

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Things to consider when hosting for the holidays This gives you ample time to address any issues and also allows you to comparison shop and find great deals on any items you need to replace. Hosts who are parents to young children may want to discuss sleeping arrangements before guests arrive if kids will be asked to sleep in different beds. Kids might embrace the change, while others might be less enthusiastic. If younger cousins will be staying over, let kids choose their new roommates, which might make them more excited about sharing rooms with their guests. Explaining the situation in advance gives youngsters time to ready themselves for their temporary move.

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oliday hosts have a lot on their plates. The work of holiday hosting does not begin when the first guest arrives. It starts weeks before, when homeowners begin preparing their homes for overnight guests. Because the holiday season can be so busy, it’s easy for hosts to overlook certain things as the day their first guests are set to arrive draws nearer. But the following are a few things hosts

should consider in the weeks before their guests show up.

Accommodations It’s hard to overlook accommodations when hosting for the holidays, but it’s best to inspect linens and other items that might go largely unused throughout much of the year. Check foldout couches or air mattresses a few weeks before your guests are slated to arrive.

Ask guests before they arrive if they have any particular food allergies or items they need to avoid because of any medications they might be taking. This is especially important for youngsters, who may forget to avoid homemade cookies with nuts despite having nut allergies. By asking in advance if your guests have any food allergies or foods and ingredients they must avoid, you will know to avoid serving particular dishes so no one accidentally eats foods that might make them sick and you can prepare alternative dishes for people who must avoid certain foods.

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If guests will be staying for several nights, explore a few local activities so everyone can get out of the house for a night or two. Time spent with family is one of the best parts of the holiday season, but spending all of that time inside in cramped quarters can grow uncomfortable over time. Plan a family night or two out that everyone can enjoy.

Pets When hosting for the holidays, let your guests know if you have any pets. Some people have dog and cat allergies, and those allergies may make it difficult for them to enjoy their stay. Others’ allergies might be so severe that they have to find alternative lodging. Let guests know about your pets when you invite them to stay at your house so no one is surprised at the last minute. In addition, let guests know if they can bring their own pets along to your house. Hosting for the holidays is a great way to welcome loved ones into your home. Considering and discussing a few factors before your guests arrive can ensure everyone enjoys their stay.

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Christmas tree varieties and care

n evergreen tree decked out in lights and ornaments is one of the universal symbols of the holiday season. The Christmas tree tradition is believed to have originated in Germany in the 15th or 16th centuries, when trees were decorated with edibles, such as nuts and fruits. They were later decorated with candles and eventually lights.

Through the centuries, people have trekked to forests, Christmas tree farms and commercial lots to pick the perfect trees for their holiday displays. The National Christmas Tree Association says more than 33 million real trees are purchased each year, making the tree business a billion-dollar industry. While there are scores of evergreen varieties, certain tree types are more popular than others and thus more available for purchase. The following are some of the more popular trees come Christmastime.

Eastern Redcedar: Branches of the tree are compact and form a pyramid-shaped crown. The trees should be a dark, shiny green color. The eastern redcedar is not a true cedar tree, but a member of the juniper family. This tree can make a great cut tree with a homespun look and a pungent fragrance.

Leyland Cypress: This cypress is one of the more popular Christmas trees in the southeastern United States. The tree will be very dark green to almost gray in color. It has little aroma. Some people choose the Leyland because it does not produce sap, which is great for those with sap allergies. Colorado Blue Spruce: An attractive blue-green foliage and a good symmetrical form is what attracts many people to the blue spruce. The Colorado Blue Spruce has an excellent natural shape and requires little pruning to look like the

perfect Christmas tree. It’s not very fragrant, but the tree needles may give off an unpleasant odor when crushed.

fragrance of the white pine may make it preferable to those who like their homes to smell of evergreen.

Scotch Pine: A classic conical shape and very good needle retention help make the Scotch pine a popular tree to cut for the holidays. Scotch pines also are quite prevalent thanks to the tree’s adaptability to a wide range of climates.

Douglas Fir: The Douglas fir is one of the foremost Christmas tree species in the United States. It has soft needles that are dark green in color. Those needles radiate in all directions from the branches to give the tree a full look. The needles, when crushed, have a sweet fragrance. Douglas firs tend to live long when cut.

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Get some sleep. Men and women who aren’t getting enough sleep can almost certainly blame that lack of shut-eye for at least some of their memory loss. When you don’t get enough sleep, your brain’s ability to think critically, solve problems and even be creative is compromised considerably. In addition, research has shown that memory-enhancing activities occur during the deepest stages of sleep, further highlighting the importance of getting a full night of interruptionfree rest.

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Hit the gym. Exercise is another activity that can improve memory. Daily physical exercise increases the amount of oxygen that gets to your brain while reducing the risk for certain disorders, including diabetes and cardiovascular disease, both of which can lead to memory loss. Manage stress effectively. Stress has a host of negative side effects, not the least of which is its impact on your memory. Chronic stress that goes untreated can destroy brain cells and damage the region of the brain that deals with the formation of new memories as well as the retrieval of older memories. Numerous studies have shown that men and women cite their career as their primary source of stress. Since quitting your job is likely not an option, find ways to manage your stress more effectively. This may mean finding a way to make the most of your time, be it working more efficiently, emphasizing planning ahead or even vowing to stop procrastinating. Other ways to manage stress include making time to relax and recognizing that you have limits while seeking the help of others. Make some dietary changes. Diet can also have an impact on memory. What you eat is fuel for

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Art Guild announces contest winners The Art Guild at Elderfields is pleased to announce the winners of the Annual Nassau County Student Exhibition and Competition. Submissions from high school students came from both public and private schools throughout Nassau County. From those entries, more than 50 works of art were selected for the exhibit. Bennett Horowitz, a retired instructor from the High School of Art and Design, NYC served as juror of awards. First place was awarded to home schooled senior, Katie Cheng, for her highly detailed oil painting, “His Words Live On.” A self-portrait, “The Artist’s Shoes,” by senior Carla Perez, from Valley Stream North, was awarded second place. Junior Kimberly Rambarran of Valley Stream Central received third place for her white charcoal on black paper drawing “Small Glass.” Honorable mentions were awarded to Our Lady Of Mercy Academy senior Samantha Paralikas for her colored pencil drawing, “Simple Pleasures,” Valley Stream Central junior Cathleen Liang for her pencil drawing “Self Portrait,” and Oceanside senior Timothy Rinck for his colored pencil drawing “Office Stress.” Bennett Horowitz, juror of awards, complimented the students on the level of concentration required to create work at this high level – particularly with the demands of ever-present technology, and told them how difficult it was to judge the show. Mr. Horowitz, in addition to his teaching career, is an accomplished artist and graphic designer who has exhibited in many museums and galleries. Students exhibiting in the Nassau County High School Student Show are Francesca Adams, East Meadow HS, senior; Shirley Blanco, Uniondale HS, senior; Jillian Borghardt, Our Lady of Mercy Academy, senior; Katie Cheng, Home School, senior; Emily Cimaszewski, Our Lady of Mercy Academy, junior; Abigail Cirelli, Our Lady of Mercy Academy, senior; Katie Conte, The Wheatley School, junior; Michael Contrastano, The Wheatley School, junior; Nicolette Duggan, Valley Stream North HS, junior; Katie Eng, Valley Stream North HS, senior; Brooke Fer-

ber, Great Neck South HS, senior; Rikki Hernandez, W.T. Clarke HS (East Meadow), senior; Yujung Kim, Waldorf School of Garden City, junior; Cathleen Liang, Valley Stream Central HS, junior; Olivia LoSardo, Holy Trinity HS, senior; Alexandra Mashcow, Valley Stream North HS, junior; Anna Mikhaylov, Oceanside HS, sophomore; Elisabeth Moffitt, Our Lady of Mercy Academy, senior; Francesca Moy, Schreiber HS (Port Washington), senior; Erin O’Kelly, The Wheatley School, senior; Samantha Paralikas, Our Lady of Mercy Academy, senior; Sophia Paskov, Great Neck South HS, freshman; Carla Perez, Valley Stream North HS, senior; Tiffany Praimnath, Valley Stream North HS, senior; Kimberly Rambarran, Valley Stream Central HS, junior; Claudia Reese, Oceanside HS, junior; Timothy Rinck, Oceanside HS, senior; Jamie Selletti, Valley Stream North HS, junior; Naomi Schlesinger, The Wheatley School, junior; Devika Shastri, Valley Stream North HS, sophomore; Veronica Sponaugle; Our Lady of Mercy Academy, senior; Prithviraj Talukdar, Schreiber HS (Port Washington), 2016; Samantha Wong, Schreiber HS (Port Washington), 2016; Alexandra Valmé, Valley Stream North HS, sophomore; Jessica Zand, Manhasset, 2018. This student show will continue through Nov. 28. The gallery is free and open to the public Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. and by appointment. It is located at 200 Port Washington Boulevard, Manhasset. The winter schedule of classes for children and adults will start in January, and will include Art Explorations & Creative Art Studio for children, and classes in watercolor, drawing, and life drawing and more for adults. Registration for “Fast, Loose & Bold” a painting workshop, with Patti Mollica offered on February 13 and 14, 2016, is now open. The Art Guild of Port Washington, Inc., is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization providing encouragement, education and a forum for the appreciation of the visual arts. For more information, please visit our website at TheArtGuild.org or call 516-304-5797.

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LIU Post students to perform Max Vitagliano, Kevin Ammann, Kirsten Corwin, Shannon Davenport and past and present LIU Post University music students will perform a variety of arias, operatic duets, scenes from a variety of composers and Broadway tunes on Sunday, Nov. 22 at 5 p.m. at Church of Our Saviour, Lutheran, 1901 Northern Boulevard, Manhasset. Admission is free; however a suggested $10-$20 donation to support both the Church of Our Saviour and LIU Post’s music department would be appreciated. Proceeds would not only help with supporting the education of up-and-coming music teachers/ musicians but allow students such as the ones performing to continue performing at venues such as this and tour locales such as Costa Rica and, as of recent, Switzerland. Refreshments will be served following the event. All are welcome. Ample parking and handicapped accessible. For more information call the church office at 516-627-2430 or visit www.manhassetlutheran.org.

LIU exhibit of art therapy students By B e n d i k S o e r e ns e n This week, an unusual exhibition has opened on the LIU Post campus. The students in the school’s art therapy program are exhibiting their work in the Sculpture Gallery on the east end of the campus. “Their background is about 50/50 in fine arts and in something else,” said art therapy professor Ann Charlotte Tavolacci. “All of them have some experience with [art], but to some, this is their first exhibition, and to others, this is just another one,” she said. It opens up to some new, outside the box approaches that isn’t necessarily the

usual. The students’ assignments were given by Professor Tavolacci, but were open to interpretation. “So far, we have about 100 works,” Tavolacci said. There are about 20 students in the exhibition, but it is to be narrowed down. “Each student will have one or two in the show, so the walls will be pretty crowded,” she said. The theme for the show is “It’s Personal.” The students have used words that their art represents for the show, and in posters promoting it. Tavolacci mentioned that with the different backgrounds, the words they’ve used have been equally different. Words such as

“anxiety, instinct, isolation, music, hope, colorful,” are featured, so expect a variety of artwork as well. “It’s about the process, not the product,” Tavolacci said, emphasizing that the art therapy program isn’t a pure arts program. It’s a practice what you preach-scenario for the art therapists, as they try to experience first hand what they’re going to learn later on in their studies. The Art Therapy undergraduate and graduate programs in LIU Post’s Art Department explore the interaction of the visual arts with psychological theories and practice. The Bachelor of Science degree in Art Therapy provides training for undergraduate students who wish

to use their creative skills in a variety of health care environments. The program emphasizes preparation for graduate training in clinical art therapy. The “It’s Personal” exhibit opens on Monday, November 17 and runs through November 21, with an artist reception on November 19 at 5 p.m. The exhibition is open to all. For more information, call LIU Post’s Art Department at 516-299-2465. This article was originally published in the Pioneer, the awardwinning student newspaper of LIU Post, www.liupostpioneer.com, and is republished here by Blank Slate Media with the permission of the Pioneer.

Art League picks contest winners The Art League of Long Island is pleased to announce the winners of the first part of their 60h Annual Members’ Exhibition showing through November 29. Exhibition juror Edward McEvoy, Art League Director Emeritus, selected 12 works of art out of 130 pieces on display in the League’s Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery. Part Two will be on display December 13 through January 10.

Awards of Excellence •Diana DeSantis, “Tom”, Pastel •Candice Dorsey, “Untitled”, Ceramic – Ferric Chloride Saggar •Julia Lang-Shapiro, “Self Portrait – 6 Months Pregnant”, Solarplate Etching •James Lumpp, “Mary”, Oil Painting Honorable Mention Awards •Beth Atkinson, “Todos Santos”, Etching

•Phyllis Bocchicchio, “Blue Flowers”, Watercolor •Mark Conn, “Eye of the Tiger”, Photograph & Pastel •Pat DiCalogero, “Yum!”, Glass Mosaic •Richard Doyle, “Stony Brook Reflections”, Oil Painting •Robin Israelski, “Purple Haze”, Nu-Gold (Jewelry) •Iris Kelmenson, “Peter”, Charcoal & White Chalk

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Hofstra dance program to perform in concert Hofstra University’s Dance Program will present its annual Fall Dance Concert at the John Cranford Adams Playhouse, Nov. 19-22. Hofstra faculty choreographers include Dyane Harvey-Salaam, Rachel List, Amy Marshall, Livia Vanaver, and Karla Wolfangle. This semester’s guest choreographer is Bill Young, co-founder of Bill Young/Colleen Thomas & Co., a company noted for its impact across cultural boundaries. The company’s work has spoken to audiences the world over – from Estonia, Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary to Portugal, Taiwan, Brazil, Peru and Venezuela. Young is a recipient of Guggenheim and NYFA fellowships. In 1988 he established Bill Young & Dancers, for which he created more than 70 works. He has also

taught at universities and festivals throughout the US, Europe, Latin America and Asia. Fall Concert dances include: “This is not ____,” a new work by Young, created with (and especially for) 12 Hofstra junior dance majors. The balance of the junior class will perform “Un Acadien Errant (The Wandering Acadian),” choreographed by new faculty member Livia Vanaver. This piece is inspired by the tragedy of the Acadian expulsion which occurred in Canada in 1775. Many traveled down the Mississippi and found a new life in Louisiana where they were called Cajun. Their music and steps became more upbeat and evolved into a distinct style reflecting hope and commitment to life and community. “From the East” is a move-

ment study for 11 dancers choreographed by Rachel List, director of Hofstra’s dance program. The six movement sections are inspired by the eastern European flavor of the music of Eric Satie (Six Gnossiennes) and Bela Bartok (Romanian Folk Dances). Choreographer Karla Wolfangle has created two short dances for Hofstra’s fall faculty concert. The first is titled “Long Walk Home” and the second is “Noises in the Wall.” She is intrigued by the talented musical group Rachel’s and has used their music for both pieces. One features high energy and is movement oriented and the other is quiet and surreal. Amy Marshall’s latest work is entitled “Shakambhari.” This work is inspired by a story of the Hindu goddess who once had to defend herself and the people over

a drought caused by the Demon, Durgamasur. A fight between the Demons and the Goddesses ended when Shakambhari struck down Durgamasur with five arrows, lifting the curse of the drought. Marshall has created movement and characters to help translate the story for the stage. “Blood Memories” is choreographed by Dyane Harvey-Salaam and is dedicated to those who came before, whose DNA links us forever. Black, white, enslaved, indentured, and “owner,” all have suffered the effects of man’s inhumanity to man. We bear witness to Harriet Tubman, one of our greatest conductors on the Underground Railroad, as she transports travelers including babies and elders, never losing one. The Hofstra University Department of Drama and Dance provides

its students with the opportunity to develop and hone their skills as performers, and deepen their appreciation for the arts. The Dance Program offers two undergraduate degrees: a BA in Dance, and a BS in Education, Dance Education. Show times are 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 2 and 8 p.m. on Saturday; and 2 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $12; $10 for senior citizens (over 65) or matriculated, non-Hofstra students with I.D. Members of the Hofstra community may receive up to two free tickets upon presentation of a current HofstraCard. For tickets call 16-463-6644 Monday-Friday, 11 a.m.-3:45 p.m. or purchase online at Hofstratickets.com. If available, tickets will also be sold at the door by cash or check only, starting 90 minutes prior to show time.

Children’s museum to produce new play Continued from Page 28 tion, which promotes the protection of Long Island sea life in the Great South Bay, has become a strong addition to the Museum’s theater school visits for elementary schools.

Performance dates for “Princess Frog – A Musical Fairy Tale” have been selected to coincide with holiday schedules to allow multiple generations to enjoy the theater experience together. Performances will be offered lead-

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2 p.m. The exhibition “Once Upon a Time: Exploring the World of Fairy Tales” was developed by The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum in partnership with the St. Louis Public Library.

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Former resident tours art museum mansion Fife Symington, former governor of Arizona and grandchild of Childs and Frances Frick who lived at the Gold Coast property in Roslyn Harbor that is now Nassau County Museum of Art, toured a group of family and colleagues through his grandparent’s mansion and estate, recalling for them many of his childhood memories of holidays and other visits at his grandparents’ home. As he toured the building, Symington was particularly interested to see the mansion’s intricate moldings, ceiling décor and distinctive paneling peeking out above and aside the walls that had transformed the Frick’s dining and living areas and bedrooms into museum gallery spaces. Jean Henning, the museum’s senior educator and archivist, showed Symington

many details of the mansion’s conversion to gallery spaces and how some of the Frick children and grandchildren’s favorite hiding places had become museum storage areas. The Frick family lived at Clayton until Childs Frick’s death in 1965. Nassau County bought the property in 1969 for use as a museum operated by the county’s Office of Cultural Development. In 1989, Nassau County Museum of Art became a private not-for-profit institution under the governance of a board of trustees responsible for its operation and finance. Nassau County Museum of Art is located at One Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor. For information, visit nassaumuseum.org or call (516) 484-9337.

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Williston Park Williston ParkLibrary Library From the Director: Please be aware of the upcoming holiday hours: Nov. 25, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Dec. 24, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Dec. 31, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Please be aware of the new parking regulations in front of the library. Do not park in the red fire zone. Offenders will be ticketed. This is

a temporary situation while the firehouse is undergoing renovation. Here are some new arrivals to the library: Survivor — Kyle Mills Devil in Jerusalem — Naomi Ragen Foreign Affairs — Stuart Woods All the Stars in the Heavens — Adriana Trigiani

Irish Doctor in Love and at Sea — Patrick Taylor See Me — Nicholas Sparks Front Runner — Felix Francis Winter Stroll — Elin Hilderbrand Disposable Asset — John Altman Frank & Ava: In Love and War — John Brady A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms — George R. R. Martin

PT 109: An American Epic of War, Survival & the Destiny of John F. Kennedy — William Doyle

programs Local Author Lecture Monday, Nov. 30, 7 p.m. in the Assembly Room of Village Hall. Former Newsday

reporter/editor Jim Smith has written a self-published book on his 1971-72 tour of duty in Vietnam called Heroes to the End: An Army Correspondent’s Last Days in Vietnam. The book is based on more than 75 articles that he wrote for the Stars and Stripes daily newspaper during the period Jan. 1, 1972-Aug. 1, 1972

during the North Vietnamese Easter Offensive.

Children Ceramic Snowman Friday, Dec. 4 at 4:30 p.m. in the Assembly Room of Village Hall for children in grades K-2.

East Williston Library DAYTIME BOOK CLUB: “The Orchardist” by Amanda Coplin. The group will meet on Tuesday Dec. 8 at 1:30 p.m.

are Monday and Thursday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Wednesday from 3 to 7 p.m. Photo identification is required. Documents to be notarized must be signed at the time of notarization, not before. You must bring your own witness if needed. Please telephone the Library to confirm a notary is available.

EVENING BOOK CLUB: “The Rosie Project” by Graeme Simsion. The group will meet on Thursday, Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. Please register at the library. The discussion is limited to 15 readers. TUMBLEBOOK LIBRARY: TumbleBook Library is an online collection of animated picture books which teach

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OLD WESTBURY GARDENS and NY HISTORICAL SOCIETY PASSES: The passes are available to East Williston Library card

holders. Each family pass (two adults and children under 18 years of age) may be borrowed for a threeday period. Passes may be reserved in advance. LEARNING EXPRESS LIBRARY: Whatever your goal, LearningExpressLibrary’s resources will help you succeed. The various “Learning Centers” offer the information you need to achieve the results you want at school, at work, or in life. Are you looking for a new job? You’ll find an entire

Learning Center dedicated to helping you get the one that’s right for you. Visit us at www.ewlibrary.org COLLECTION ON DISPLAY: During the month of November, the East Williston Library Friends are pleased to have the charming and decorative craft creations of Louise Bosnack on display in the Village Hall. For further information, please speak to the Library staff. Register for all programs by calling 516-741-1213 or email us at ewpl@ewlibrary.org

Mineola Library Museum Passes: The library has added the Children’s Museum of Manhattan to the list of great museums that you can visit. CHOM is located at The Tisch Building, 212 West 83rd Street, NY, NY 10024. Reserve it at the Reference Desk, (516) 746-8488, ext. 2 or www. mineolalibrary.

programs In the Gallery: November 2015 View works with oils, landscapes of Jack Grimando, Old Bethpage resident, Display Case (on the main level of the library): April Diane of the Crochet Connection community on Facebook will be displaying Disney characters and crocheted dolls.

The Marc Berger Ride Band Concert Saturday, Nov. 21 at 2 p.m. Save the date for a western musical experience. Inspired by Marc Berger’s lifelong love affair with the American West, the Ride Band Quartet captures the vastness and romance of the West’s wide open spaces.

CHILDrEN & YoUNg aDULT Grades 6-12 Open Registration for: Adopt-a-Shelf Volunteers; Book Review Volunteers; Toy Paramedics Volunteers Graphic Novel Club Remaining Session, Tuesday, Nov. 24 at 4 to 5 p.m. Kids and Teens

6th-12th grade may sign up to attend. Discover what’s new in the world of Graphic Novels, Manga and Anime. Refreshments will be served and prizes will be raffled off. Junior Chefs: Caramel Apples On Friday, Nov. 20 from 4 to 5 p.m.. Dip an apple into caramel and roll it in sprinkles and other goodies! This program may

contain food allergens. Grades 3 and up. Sign up begins Monday, November 2. Location: Community Room Tissue Paper Turkeys Join us Wednesday Nov. 25 from 7:15 to 7:45 p.m. for a Thanksgiving story and make a hanging turkey out of tissue paper. Ages 2 and up. Sign up begins Monday, November 2.

Shelter Rock Library MUSEUM PASSES @ SRPL Shelter Rock Public Library cardholders can reserve a Museum Pass online for free admission to a variety of museums and gardens on Long Island and in New York City. Go to www.srpl.org and pull down the Library Services Menu then go to Museum Passes. Click the Reserve Now link and look for the red Request Pass button

to see if the Museum Pass is available. Your library card must be in good standing. Advance reservations will be accepted for the next 60 days (one Reservation per family every 30 days). SHELTER ROCK PATRONS MAY RESERVE PASSES FOR: American Airpower Museum • Children’s Museum of Manhattan • Cold Spring Harbor Fish

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in joining the group is welcome. Topics vary and the conversation is lively and provocative. Monday, Dec. 7 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Come and join the Shelter Rock Public Library Senior Rap Group. This discussion group is led by volunteer facilitator David Marx Continued on Page 54

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Ginny and Bobby Corkhill of Williston Park recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Ginny Reilly met Bobby Corkhill in their first-grade class in St. Catherine of Siena School in St. Albans. They couldn’t stand each other. Bobby, the regular jokester, would dip Ginny’s phtails in the ink wells the wrote with. They would meet up again at high school age, taking the train to two different schools but always keeping mutual friends. On a Friday the 13th, he asked her to go out on a date, and the rest is history. Bobby went into the Navy and while back on leave from Iceland, proposed on the plane. He and Ginny were married on Nov. 13, 1965, in the same St. Catherine of Siena Parish they grew up in. They lived in Ridgewood, Queens, and then moved to Queens Village for seven years and finally settled into Williston Park in October 1977. They have three daughters. Kathy Sangen and her husband Fred live in Floral Park with their three children, Nicole, Jacquelyn and Robert. Amy Corkhill lives in an ACLD group home in Dix Hills. Kelly Lauletta is married to Chris.

Ginny and Bobby Corkhill They live in Lindenhurst with their two children, Mark and Maggie. Williston Park Mayor Paul Ehrbar has given Ginny and Bobby a proclamation declaring Friday, Nov. 13, 2015 as Ginny and Bobby Corkhill Day. A mass for their anniversary was said on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 5 p.m. in St. Aidan’s Church.

East Williston to hold first ‘Drumstick Dash’ The Village of East Williston will hold its first annual 5K Drumstick Dash to support the Volunteer Fire Department on Friday, Nov. 27, at 9 a.m. at Devlin Field A Gobble Gallop for children age 5 and under will start at 10 a.m. The run will be held rain or shine and is open to the public. Refreshments will be served. Registration is $25 on the day of the event. T-shirts were available to those who registered by Nov. 15, but are not guaranteed to those who register after that date. Residents are invited to join family and neighbors for a quick run, jog or walk in a friendly timed competition. Thanksgiving costumes are encouraged. The course will be the same as the Memorial Day 5K Race.

Prizes will be awarded to the first 20 entrants who cross the finish line. Proceeds from the race will go to support the East Williston Volunteer Fire Department. Pick up of race numbers and T-shirts starts at 8:30 a.m. on the day of the race. All entrants are asked to bring a canned good for the local food bank, such soup, tuna, beans, fruits, vegetables or nonperishable items. No application will be accepted without an entry fee, address, phone number and signature for each entrant. Each entrant must frontally wear their assigned number throughout race. The entry form is available on the village’s website. Return the form with a check payable to the East Williston Fire Department to Caroline DeBenedittis at 2 Post Lane.

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Continued from Page 12 was 11023, an area consisting of the Villages of Great Neck and Saddle Rock, which appeared on the list at number 365. This area was not ranked in the 2014 list. Polland said demand has increased the prices of homes in the area, thus explaining how the ZIP code jumped on to the list. Altos found that the median home price for a home in the Villages of Great Neck and Saddle Rock was $1,164,207. Polland also said the excellent Great Neck Public Schools system plays a big role in what makes all three areas of Great Neck a desirable destination for home buyers. The third highest ranked ZIP code in the North Shore was 11030, which is Manhasset. Manhasset dropped on the list from their 2014 ranking of 108 to their 2015 ranking of 141. The median home price in Manhasset was found by Altos to be $1,866,118. “If it were just about nice homes, there are plenty of places to find nicer homes for much less money. But the things that make Manhasset special are the good schools and the good commute,” said Rally Robinson, a real estate salesperson for Accent on Real Estate. “But then there’s a lot of intangibles. It’s a real community. It’s the kind of place where you walk into the deli and it’s the same faces that are smiling and they really know you.” Robinson said a drop in ranking did not necessarily mean the value of homes was decreasing.

“There’s always a little big of wiggle room in those statistics,” she said. “Last year the high mark was $6.2 million, which was a house bought by a celebrity, whereas this year’s statistics might have skewed a little because we didn’t have a $6.2 million dollar home sold.” The 11576 ZIP code, which covers areas of Roslyn including East Hills, Roslyn Harbor, North Hills, and Roslyn Estates, appeared on the list at number 336. Altos found that the median home price in the area was $1,214,988. Berman, an East Hills resident, said the area is “on fire” in terms of real estate because of the Park at East Hills opening in 2006. “The park has become incredibly attractive to a lot of families in moving to East Hills and Roslyn,” he said. “It’s a great place for families, both young families and older families to meet other families when they move out to the suburbs.” Berman also said while the homes and properties may be smaller in Roslyn compared with Old Westbury, the area was “very beautiful and scenic.” Roslyn’s 2015 ranking dropped from the 2014 ranking of 322. The largest increase in ranking saw the 11050 ZIP code, which includes areas in Port Washington, Sands Point, and Manorhaven, jump from number 448 in last year’s list to number 348 in the 2015 list. The median home price was found to be $1,191,865 by Altos.

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E.W. schools cheer sports achievements Girls Varsity Volleyball Champs! The rainy and dreary Tuesday afternoon could not dampen the spirits of all the East Williston students and community members who cheered on our Girls Varsity Volleyball team at the County Championships at SUNY Old Westbury. It was a great match to watch. We were all excited to see our girls win the Nassau Country Class C Volleyball Championship. Now, our team will compete for the Long Island Championship against Mattituck High School on Saturday, November 14. Go Wildcats!! Congratulations to team members, seniors Lindsay LoBocchiaro, Sarah Graffigna, Olivia Suppa, Alexa Kamberg, Cara Mattioli, Shannon McLean, Marisa Rios, Samantha Cumming and Morgan Tursi; juniors Nirel Gidanian, Kayla Bellan, Raffaela Palmieri, Kathryn Feil and Sabrina Cangemi; and sophomores Jessica Hastings and Jamie Ryan. Congratulations to their coaches, varsity coach Tom Greeley and JV coach Julia Donovan.

Mike Koszalka, Chloe Lanese and Life Skills class. Hicks Nursery has provided vocational work opEmily Scheisser. portunities for our students durFall Sports Awards Program ing the summer months. Sara’s This was a very busy week presentation to Karen Hicks for our Athletics program. Lots of Courts, Director of Human Renews! On Monday evening I was sources at Hicks Nursery, who excited to watch the Fall Sports accepted the plaque of recogniAwards program. So many stu- tion, ended with “Thank you for dents and teams were highlight- the experience and for helping ed and honored. I want to list us learn and grow in our comthem all! I will be sharing details munity.“ If you own a business on the in next week’s newsletter. Reminder – Coffee with the North Shore and would like to Superintendent – Monday, Nov. provide opportunities for our Life Skills students, please contact Di23. Join me for a Coffee with the rector of Pupil Personnel Services Superintendent which will be Shari Senzer at senzers@ewsdonheld twice on Monday, Nov. 23. line.org. All students come with Once in the morning at 10 a.m. their own district job coaches. and again in the evening at 7:00 Moody’s Rating p.m.. Come with your questions, As you may have come across concerns or suggestions or just to in last week’s Williston Times, say hello. Internet Safety Many of you may have read or heard about recent student sexting incidences at the Kings Park and Smithtown School Districts. On Thursday, you received a Guidance Alert from our Director of Guidance Greg Wasserman regarding resources to help parents talk to children about internet safety, including the dangers of sexting. As part of our ongoing technology and digital citizenship curriculum, students learn about safe internet behavior. We will periodically share with you sites, as below, where you can access guidelines and supporting materials that can help you reinforce these important concepts at home. You will find resources to help you talk with your children at http://www.netsmartz.org/ Sexting and https://safesmartsocial.com/app-guide-parentsteachers/.

Girls Varsity Soccer Nassau Class B Co-Champions! Congratulations to the Girls Varsity Soccer team, the Nassau County Class B Co-Champions! The following are the team members: Crystal Barroca, Kayla Barroca, Rachel Bergsohn, Adena Bernot (captain), Tiffany Bernot, Rebecca Besada, Joy Bestourous, Krista Chen, Alana Conroy, Lisa DiFiore, Nicole Hetzel, Gretchen Keller, Rebecca Khorsandi, Stephanie Klar, Allison LaMonica, Jessie LoBocchiaro, Brianna O’Brien, Samantha Palazzola, Samantha Rothstein, Sydney Silverman, Micki Wain and Hannah Woodward. Congratulations, as well, to varsity coach Paul Paino and JV Learning the World of Work As part of Wheatley’s Special coach Michelle Santoro. Education Life Skills Program, our young adults are learnCross Country Runners ing necessary vocational skills Compete at States Nine of our student-athletes to successfully enter the work departed for the New York State world. Students receive vocaCross Country Championship tional training as part of their meet at Monroe-Woodbury High IEP (Individualized Educational School. These students qualified Program). They travel to two jobfor this state competition as a re- sites a week, for part of the day. sult of last week’s county champi- On Fridays the class engages in work–related learning right here onships in Bethpage. On Saturday, November 14, at school, including such activi2015 the Wheatley runners will ties as running our School Store compete against the top run- and other work within all departners from across New York State! ments throughout the building. At the November 4, 2015 Good luck to the runners, and thanks to Coach Dan Walsh for Board of Education Work Session, a student, Sara, spoke beautiful his support of the athletes! The runners participating words of thanks on behalf of herare: Devin Brancato, Zach Cala- self and her fellow students and brese, Liam Coffey, Lexi Dafgard, teachers, in recognition of Hicks Alexa Georgeton, Allie Giordano, Nursery and their support of our

Elaine Kanas Superintendent

Moody’s has reaffirmed our district rating of Aa1 regarding our financial position and outlook. This rating is required as the district undergoes the process of refunded debt related to the original 2001 bonds. This refunding will save the district $311K over the next five years. Board of Education Advisory Committees The Board of Education has various citizen advisory committees that “utilize the talents, resources and interests available among residents to assist in developing the programs needed for the maintenance of a quality educational program in the schools of the district.” Board Policy 2260 - Citizens’ Advisory Committees. At the November Board of Education Work Session, Board members reviewed Committee charges and guidelines. They will continue that discussion during the School Board Report and Discussion at the Nov. 16 Monthly Business Meeting. Educational Advisory Committee Meeting One of these BOE Advisory

Committees is the Educational Advisory Committee. The EAC met most recently on Oct. 21. EAC members include: parents, Sharon Piscopia (Chair), Barbara Creamer, Sarah Mizrahi, Claudia Cafarelli, Yeine Mohebban, Tasneem Meghji and Rich Sun, staff members James Bloomgarden, Meryl Fordin and me, BOE member David Keefe, community member and retired teacher, Ellen Holzman and students Melissa Farhangian and Chintan Datt and BOE liaison Robert Fallarino, Esq. During this meeting we received an update regarding the Multicultural Initiative, a discussion regarding standards for measuring success and plans made for a review of the Foreign Language program including further opportunities in foreign language for special education students, before budget recommendations are made to the Board for consideration. For a copy of the minutes go to our district website at www. ewsdonline.org > scroll down left side navigation bar to District Committee Minutes 15-16 > click on EAC Committee minutes. Is your Flag Flying?! As part of the Educational Advisory Committee’s Multicultural Initiative you can see the Flags of the East Williston School District project by going to the home page of the district website at www.ewsdonline.org. So far, these are the flags of the countries that we know are represented in the school district from the survey results received last year. If you did not answer the survey and/or if you do not see the flag from your country of origin ‘flying’ on the website, email checklas@ewsdonline.org so we can unfurl your flag of ancestry as well! Multicultural Steering Committee Minutes The Multicultural Steering Committee met last week to make plans for this year’s events. Last year, when the large multicultural fair was cancelled due to a scheduling conflict with a Town of North Hempstead program, the Committee had recommended that instead of a large event, in its place we would have two multicultural dinners to bring the adult members of the community together to learn more about each other’s cultures, increasing our understanding and appreciation of the diversity within our community and the value it brings to our students and us. The committee has moved forward with plans for two multi-cultural

dinners. Mark your calendars! Lunar New Year Dinner to take place on Thursday, February 11, 2016 highlighting Asian culture and Indian Spring Festival Celebration on April 5, 2016. Among the topics discussed at the meeting were ways to build interest and publicity about the upcoming dinners so that community members and parents from many different cultures will participate in these two dinners. A discussion was had regarding staff participation to heighten awareness about the customs of the various cultures within the community as well as to encourage sensitivity to holiday observances and timing of academic demands (e.g. assignments, tests, etc.) Ideas for icebreakers were discussed and the role of Wheatley students in helping to organize and facilitate the event were thought about. Ideas included enhancing the experience with cultural artifacts (e.g. statues, vases, anything that has cultural significance) from the home, as well as dance and clothing and home videos of wedding and/or special holiday celebrations and brief student presentations for the adults attending to provide cultural insight. For a complete set of the minutes go to the district website at www.ewsdonline.org > scroll down the left side navigation bar to District Committee Minutes 15-16 > click on the Multicultural Event Steering Committee minutes. Committee members include: Chair of the Committee and World Languages Chairperson Joan Anderson, Bachir and Zahra Al-Okla, Karen Bartscherer, Joy Bestorous, Susan Checkla, Krista Chen, Aileen Chowdhury, Jessica Chu, Barbara Creamer, Alexandra Dafgard, Chintan Datt, Melissa Farhangian, Meryl Fordin, Lianna Golden, Arihant Jain, Priti Jain, Andrew Jin, Dr. Elaine Kanas, Gretchen Keller, Erica Kim, Jane Kim, Tina Leong, Janice Luu, Qin Ma, Samrah Mitha, Sharon Piscopia, Jordan Pollack, Lavanya Reddy, Tanuja Reddy, Keval Shah, Neha Shah, Isabel Simoes, Nick Vazquez and Sara Zulfiqar Dr. Gately Presents Dr. Danielle Gately presented on Saturday, Nov.14, at the Molloy College Conference, “For Us By Us, Teaching with Technology in the Digital Age.” Follow-up to SEPC Fall Event On Wednesday, Oct. 28, the EWSD Special Education ParContinued on Page 49

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Fairy tales to take stage at Herricks High Herricks High School will present the original play “GRIMM” on Friday, Nov. 20 and Saturday, Nov. 21 at 7:30 p.m. in the school’s auditorium. Written and directed by Luke DeLalio, “GRIMM” is a fractured retelling of some of the betterknown Brothers Grimm tales, but that is where the similarities end and the hilarities start, as an intrepid band of young actors twist and demolish princesses, wolves, kings, dwarves, wicked stepmothers and talking frogs. James Brautigam, Ashley Collins, Giselle Correia, Alexa Jellema, Maeve O’Brien and, in their Herricks debuts, freshmen James Ao, Arianna Hertz, Emma Marder, Savannah Mehran, Styliani Rallis and Giacomo Scilla comprise the cast that will portray approximately 30 different characters in six different playlets. “Rehearsals have been like a master class in comedic acting,” Mehran said. “We’ve all learned

so much about timing [and] how critical a little bit of a pause is in getting a laugh. It’s been great.” While “GRIMM” is the second original play DeLalio has written for the students at Herricks High School, it has an interesting back story. “We were going to present an already-written play about Grimm’s fairy tales, but when we began to work on it, the cast and I were disappointed in the script,” he said. “So I started to rewrite a bit and then decided to write a completely new piece.” It turned out to be a boon for the cast, as DeLalio sculpted the script to fit the individual actors. “Everyone in the cast is at a different spot in terms of their development as a performer,” he said. “So I wrote for each cast member specifically to present each with acting challenges that would cause them to stretch and grow, but not get discouraged.

The show is very balanced. Everyone has great moments and fun things to do on stage, and everyone has learned a lot.” Students also like performing an original work and creat-

ing a role for the first time. “It’s kind of like everyone has a lead,” said Scilla. “GRIMM” is being presented in the auditorium at Herricks High School on a set designed

by local artist Cathryn Mezzo, a Herricks High School alumna. Tickets can be purchased at the door and cost $10 general admission, $5 for students and senior citizens.

Mustangs set program record Eighty of the Mineola Union Free School District’s student-musicians competed in the New York State Field Band Championship in late October. The marching band worked on their show, “Haunted,” since the beginning of May. Under the direction of Frank Mauriello, the Mustangs scored their highest in history at the NYSFBC. In their final competition of the season at the Carrier Dome at Syracuse University, they scored an 89.25, rendering them a final standing of second place in their statewide division.

E. Williston schools cheer sports achievements Continued from Page 48 ent Council hosted an evening roundtable discussion/presentation titled “How to Quell Parental Anxiety to Raise More Healthy, Strong, and Resilient Children.” This presentation was led by a guest speaker, Melissa Jennings, LCSW-R. Ms. Jennings is the founder and director of Jennings Counseling Services, a group psychotherapy practice located in Williston Park. Assistant Director of Pupil Personnel Services Tom Sposato shares that Ms. Jennings spoke about the five main tenets of mindful parenting. These tenets include making space for just being every day, mindfully managing your stress, embracing the model of the “good enough” parent, honoring your children’s sovereignty and cultivating kindness and compassion. As part of mindfully managing your stress, whether for the adult or child, Ms. Jennings used the acronym S.T.O.P. to help guide us through a stressful situation. This stands for stopping or pausing, taking a breath, observing your breath and surroundings and proceeding with action that is now more specific and appropriate for the situation you are in. Ms. Jennings also demonstrated several relaxation techniques with the group, including bee breathing, snake breathing, and abdominal breathing. As with all relaxation techniques, the importance is rehears-

al so that during a stressful moment, these techniques are more intuitive and easier to perform. Bee breathing involves breathing in normally, a deep breath, then making a humming or buzzing sound like a bee upon exhale. Snake breathing is a similar process, however upon exhale, an “ssssss” sound like a snake is produced. Abdominal breathing is placing one hand over your heart and the other over your abdomen, breathing in and out slowly, and noticing the rise and fall of your chest. These techniques are performed until the stress/ anxiety level has reduced. These basic, simple, and practical techniques can be used in our everyday lives, for both ourselves, staff and students. On behalf of SEPC, we thank Ms. Jennings for her contribution to our community. Tenure Awarded to Joanna Schrager Congratulations to Joanna Schrager who received tenure as a teaching assistant at the Board of Education Special Meeting before the Work Session on Nov. 4. Ms. Schrager will be recognized and honored along with the other candidates who receive tenure during the 2015-16 school year at the April 18, 2016 Board of Education Monthly Business Meeting. Currently Ms. Schrager is working with the Wheatley technology staff and students. She is

assisting teachers with the use of technology, procuring supplies, managing the Google management console, troubleshooting technology issues and helping students effectively use technology. She played an instrumental role in the planning of the successful STEAM Fair this year. Prior to her current year at Wheatley, Ms. Schrager worked at North Side alongside instructional technologist Rochelle Sroka, working in the K-2 computer classroom and assisting and collaborating with Mrs. Sroka. Congratulations! National Honor Society Induction Ceremony Wheatley’s Chapter of the National Honor Society held its induction ceremony on Thursday, Nov. 12 and welcomed 79 new members into its ranks. Students inducted in the National Honor Society have met the requirements of the organization’s four pillars: Scholarship, Leadership, Character and Service. In a wonderful ceremony organized by Wheatley’s NHS advisor Allison Chanin-Bermudez, current National Honor Society officers spoke about each pillar of the society. Samantha Leong, NHS Secretary, spoke about Scholarship, Jordan Pollack, NHS President, spoke about Leadership, Amanda Sivin, NHS Vice President, spoke about Character and Luke Cuomo, NHS Treasurer, spoke about Service.

Additionally, the evening included a moving keynote address by Jennie Fortunoff, a member of the Board of Directors of the Lustgarten Foundation, an organization dedicated to finding a cure for pancreatic cancer. Finally, the Honors String Ensemble, under the direction of Angela Luftig, performed for all. Officers Samantha Palazzolo and Andrew Schloss called up the inductees to receive their certificate and lapel pin. Congratulations to the following inductees: Reuben Alexander, Maya Alfia, Sanjay Allahdad, Isabella Araujo, Ariana Arralde, Claire Baker, Benjamin Barnett, Carly Brensilber, Stephanie Buchheim, Zachary Calabrese, Noah Cassar, Yat Hei Cheng, Aileen Chowdhury, Alana Conroy, Katie Conte, Matthew Cristina, Laura D’Angelo, Olivia DeLay, Antonio Deodato, Joseph Dinetz, Kathryn Feil, Eric Fox, Lauren Frantz, Nirel Gidanian, Jakob Gilbert, Lianna Golden, Samuel Goldman, Jack Goldman, Zachary Groveman, Sahaj Gulati, Jenna Gursky, Brittany Haber, Abdullah Hassan, Samantha Hurtado, Andrew Hyon, Arvin Jadonath, Steven John, Jolie Katz, Arashpreet Kaur, Gretchen Keller, Rebecca Khorsandi, Jane Kim, Ashley Kim, Jacob Klee, Rachel Koty, Nirav Kumar, Allison LaMonica, Diana Lee, Ashley Lessen, Lauren Levine, Allison Levy, Theodore

Lewis, Michelle Lin, Antonio Liparoto, Gil Lotzky, Stephen McCleary, James McPhillips, Alexa Mizhiritsky, Julia Mongelluzzo, Lindsay Mosca, Dylan Nektalov, Darren Novel, Jax Nussbaum, Brianna O’Brien, Raffaela Palmieri, Ashley Pannullo, Sumu Pitchayan, Austin Pomerantz, Taylor Ribotsky, Naomi Schlesinger, Justin Spar, Jennifer Spar, George Tsakonas, Micki Wain, Joshua Wolff, Jeffrey Wu, Angela Yang, Kevin Yi and Sara Zulfiqar. Congratulations to our 2015 inductees! Virtual Backpack Flyer Update Just a reminder: Please check the VB periodically for the latest postings. (On the district homepage, www.ewsdonline.org > scroll down left side vertical navigation bar to Virtual Backpack > click on VB.) The following is a listing of the new flyers posted on the VB this week: •The 12th Annual Conference on Best Practices in the Education of Children with Down Syndrome Have a Good Weekend As always, please email me at kanase@ewsdonline.org or call me at 333-3758 with any questions, suggestions and/or any topics you would like to see in this newsletter.

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Williston’s gems not to be neglected As I said in last week’s column the circus came to town but just as quick as it arrived, it left. Anyone who works or lives in Williston Park is by now aware that a major motion picture used our town as a backdrop last week. The film is called The Book of Henry, starring Naomi Watts and will be one of next summer’s blockbusters and probable Oscar contenders. Jurassic World director Colin Trevorrow chose Williston Park because he had heard about Hildebrandt’s Luncheonette. Hildebrandt’s is now known as one of those early twentieth century landmark ice cream parlors with as sense of enduring charm that is a perfect symbol of American nostalgia. So Hollywood came to town for a few days. Soon thereafter I asked Hildebrandt’s owner Bryan Acosta to

tell me what they did to the store. He showed me some pictures of how they actually improved its look by adding jars of colorful hard candy and baked goods and he told me he had learned plenty from the production designer who added magic touches to the place. One could lament that all we have to show for this is a mere fifteen minutes of fame that will be forever immortalized in a movie. But as I chatted about the film set with John Robinson, owner of John’s Variety Store across from Hildebrandt’s he made an interesting remark. He said that to have a real town with a real Main Street you need a luncheonette but you also need things like a small super market, a shoe store, a clothing store, a sporting goods store and all kinds of small shops that bring people to the area.

Night becomes day as Hollywood works its magic at Hildebrandt’s.

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This is of course true. I was reminded of my graduate school days when I lived in the idyllic town of Stony Brook and how cozy and charming the town center was. The village center is nestled on a hill overlooking a 2 acre village square with a dreamlike scenic view of Stony Brook harbor in the distance. And the shops we went to include a little luncheonette, a clothing store, a shoemaker, a small clothing store, an ice cream shop, a post office and even a little English tea house. Stony Brook Village Center was the brainstorm of Ward Melville who lived in Stony Brook. His family was the owners of Tom McAn Shoes which was a mega chain for many years. Ward Melville’s mother Jennie had a dream to create a beautiful, planned business community and in 1939 her son Ward established the Stony

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Brook Community Fund which was a non-profit group formed to make Jeannie Melville’s dream come true. They hired famed architect Robert Haviland Smythe who created a crescent shaped business center of connected business shops with a federalist post office right in the middle. The post office has this wonderful mechanical eagle which flaps its wings on the hour. The project was enormously expensive and required the rerouting of roads, buildings and lots or earth. The project was largely funded by the Melvilles. Stony Brook Village Center is recognized as the first planed shopping centers in America and if you have never visited it you ought to. Having brunch on a Sunday morning at the Three Village Inn is one of Long Island’s greatest treats. Yes we all know that Williston Park is not Stony Brook Village and we all know that Ward Melville does not live in town and we all know that in the year 2015 local shop keepers must contend with big box stores in such a way that it is often difficult to survive. This is bad news indeed. One of the dangers of chains and big box stores for any town is that they tend to pull money out of the town and are not invested in making the town look better. We all have a right to dream our dreams. Director Colin Trevor-

row and screenwriter Gregg Hurwitz dreamt up their movie with a vision of small town America. Jeannie Melville dreamt up a vision of a beautiful village square and that happened too. Successful films are small miracles and successful towns like Stony Brook are small miracles too. These dreams are created with a fierce embrace of the aesthetic. By some luck of fate or by the will of the Strano family Hildebrandt’s has held on to its aesthetic and the value and beauty of this look from a bygone era is evident when Hollywood brings a crew of 75 professionals over 3,000 miles to film here. This week we saw the world react in horror when the most beautiful city on earth, Paris, was invaded and damaged by ugliness. Every citizen of the world was enraged not only because of the loss of innocent people but because a group was insane enough to insinuate itself into a city of unparalleled beauty. There are things of precious beauty right here in Williston Park and I suspect it is our job not only to recognize these local spots but also, just like John Robinson said we need to dream up new ones too. If Ward Melville could convert a sleepy little nothing town like Stony Brook into a jewel by creating a special town center then why can’t we.

Drama groups to perform murder mystery The Drama Club and Thespian Troup #276 of Mineola High School will present the murder-mystery comedy, Done to Death by Fred Carmichael. Once famous mystery writers involve the audience as they apply their individual methods to solving various murders. They include a couple who write sophisticated murders, a young author of the James Bond school, a retired writer of the hard hitting method and an aging queen of the logical murder. Brought together to collaborate on writing the ultimate murder-mystery, these authors get more than they bargained for when actual murders take place! Laughter ensues as the bodies drop in this fast-paced comedy. Performances will be held at the Theatre at Mineola High School on Friday, Nov. 20 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 21 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for Adults and $5 for Students and seniors. Please purchase tickets online by going to www.mineola.k12.ny.us and clicking on “Departments → Fine Arts” or go directly to: https://app.arts-people.com/index. php?ticketing=mindr. Call the Department of Fine and Performing Arts at 516-237-2625 for further information.

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Learning new lessons never gets old I have been away for the last seven days in San Diego at the N.A.R. Conference and boy, was it an amazing cornucopia of displays and exhibitions of the most up to date technology and information for realtors on the globe. Most important was the gargantuan amount of new and thought-provoking ideas that were provided, through a multitude of breakout sessions for those “newbies” (less than a year in the business) and advanced brokers, associate brokers and salespersons who attended. There were 20,000-plus attendees and I thoroughly enjoyed seeing and networking with my domestic connections from around the U.S. as well as my associates from China, India, Africa, France, Italy, Spain, South America, Puerto Rico, as well as pretty much all the Islands in the Southern Hemisphere and every other place you can think of, some investing $4,000-6,000 to be part of this very important yearly event. This is truly part of the life-

blood of being a professional real estate broker as well as a global relocation expert, especially when people want to move somewhere local or exotic. It is a very valuable asset to have those very solid long lasting relationships and connections, which in turn assists clients and customers, who are selling or purchasing, with their specific “Needs and Wants.” When they are ready to make that move for a vacation/ second home purchase or just as a potential retirement retreat or getaway! I believe most who attended, gained valuable amounts of knowledge, expert opinions from the speakers. Also important, as well was the ability to view new hardware and software programs (Contact Response Management Software) to allow ones businesses to run smoothly, efficiently and more profitably. Every year I attend, I learn something new and usually purchase either a program or an additional training package for our

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associate brokers and salespersons consultants; because in my mind, one never stops improving and expanding one’s knowledge in either their profession or after retirement. One never should stop learning, otherwise, I believe, the potential for Dementia and Alzheimer’s can occur; however, I do also realize that some have the traits through heredity situations and hopefully the cure is right around the corner. (information derived from

Googling “What proteins are attributable to Alzheimer’s Disease). This form of the disease is known as early onset familial Alzheimer’s disease. Most of autosomal dominant familial AD can be attributed to mutations in one of three genes: those encoding amyloid precursor protein and presenilins 1 and 2. Sorry for that last divergence, but I thought it was necessary! The brain is one of the most, what I would call, important muscles in one’s body; and one that needs to be constantly massaged and exercised!, by reading, crossword puzzles or whatever will consistently stimulate all parts of your brain! As they say, “If you don’t use it, you just may lose it!” This is one of the reasons I will never really retire, for when you love what you do, it is not work, just the pure joy of helping people find what they can afford for the next 5-50 years. Also, staying within their budgets and as needed, the best schools for their current or soon to be newborns.

The yearly conventions have made a clear and defining impression on me as well as many who attend that it is not about selling people anything in today’s market; but, it is about developing those fuzzy and warm connections, leading to heart to heart rapport and lifetime relationships. It is about showing, advising and consulting clients and customers through your concerted efforts, disciplined actions and the sacrifice of yours and your clients and customers valuable time I believe that every business needs to strive for this accomplishment for the U.S. to move into the future. This is the “New Ballgame” to practice and play to win over for new as well as to keep old business. However, those that have not in the past, tried this “old fashion” way of doing business may not know how to do or learn how to do this to excel and succeed now and in the foreseeable future, may be doomed to mediocrity or potential failure! Continued on Page 55

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Cardiologist found in Pennsylvania town B y H arr i son M ar d e r Missing Roslyn cardiologist Randy Kiewe was found alive in Bristol, Pa., on Nov. 7, the Nassau County Police Department Public Information Office announced Monday. Detective Vincent Garcia said police are unable to release any further information. An employee at CompleteCare Cardiology PLCC, the practice that Kiewe founded and for which he serves as medical director, who asked to remain anonymous, said he was glad Dr. Kiewe was found “alive and safe.”

“It has been a difficult time with Dr. Kiewe and we’ve been trying to help out our patients as best as we can during this difficult time,” he said. The employee said early last week, after news broke that Kiewe was found, Kiewe’s patients were “very concerned” and took it upon themselves to get any information they could from police and relay the information to the practice. No official statement has been released by CompleteCare Photo via CompleteCare Cardiology Cardiology, the employee said. Randy Kiewe Efforts to reach Bristol Township Police were unavailing. Kiewe was found, but the alert Nassau County Police issued contained no details regarding a Silver Alert on Nov. 7 saying Kiewe’s condition.

Kiewe, 47, was last seen parking his BMW near the Roslyn train station around 6:30 a.m. on Sept. 22, police said. The Silver Alert issued the day that Kiewe disappeared said that Kiewe was in need of medical attention and medication for the treatment of depression. It also said Kiewe had attempted suicide in the past. Kiewe is considered a regional expert in angina, arrhythmias, hypertension, cholesterol and lipid diseases, heart attacks and heart failure, specializing in the manifestation of heart disease in women, according to his biography on the CompleteCare

website. With a bachelor’s degree from Brandeis University and his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh, Kiewe is board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular diseases and nuclear cardiology. A former cardiology fellow with North Shore University Hospital, Kiewe is a consultant to Long Island Jewish Medical Center’s Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and frequently lectures on the topic. Kiewe was named best cardiologist in The Long Island Press’ “Best of Long Island” contest this year.

County puts Roslyn Rd. narrowing on hold Continued from Page 1 “The bottom line is that, right now, we are only talking about design suggestions which will then be discussed and shared with the community before any final decisions are made,” Jacobs said. In an interview with Blank Slate Media, Jacobs said in late October that the final phase of the Roslyn Road improvement has been completed and she was hopeful that it will be heard and voted on by the Rules Committee at the meeting of the Nassau County Legislature on Oct. 29. She said at the time that the changes would condense Roslyn Road from I.U. Willets Road to the Long Island Expressway Service Road from four lanes to two — one in each direction. The cutoff for Locust Lane would also be eliminated. Jacobs said drivers would have the ability to “stack up” and make a normal right turn with the help of a traffic

a light. “You’re going to see a traffic light at Roslyn Road and Locust Lane,” she said. “You’re going to see normal turning. You’re going to see two lanes, one in each direction, hopefully going the speed limit, and hopefully curing the problem.” East Williston school trustees raised concerns about Jacobs’ comments at a subsequent board meeting and criticized the county for having to learn about the proposal in a story that appeared in the Williston Times. “It was not brought to the district’s attention via Nassau County, although it should’ve been” he said. “Based on the way it’s being proposed, this could have an impact on our district’s transportation as well as our community as a whole.” The district then sent a letter to Jacobs, calling for the county to present the study of traffic patterns that led to the proposal that Roslyn Road be narrowed before any changes are made.

“We have numerous bus stops on Roslyn Road in the area in question and the Board would like to further understand the traffic volume during the hours of a school day, in order to fully understand what kind of traffic back-ups there will be as a result of buses making numerous stops and starts along a proposed one lane in each direction (on) Roslyn Road,” the board said in a one-page letter signed by Kamberg and the other four school trustees. The East Williston school trustees said they believed lesser changes could alleviate the problem and called on the county to consult with the board before moving ahead with any changes to the roadway. Officials from Temple Sinai and Temple Beth Sholom joined the East Williston Board of Education in expressing concern about to the proposed changes to traffic patterns on Roslyn Road. Temple officials said that traffic could not be handled if Roslyn

Road was narrowed from two lanes in each direction to one. Kamberg clarified his comment from Monday’s meeting on Tuesday, saying that his concerns related only to the narrowing of the roadway from four lanes to two — not the entire project. The district, Kamberg said, was under the impression that the county was going to move forward with the with the project without allowing for input from the community. Kamberg said he has been in contact with Jacobs by email, and he is happy with the direction the project is progressing. “[I’m] glad [Jacobs and I] are on the same page,” Kamberg said. Board trustee David Keefe echoed Kemberg’s praise, saying he was “quite pleased” with the county’s prompt response. “The next day we got a response from one of the legislators,” he said. Town and county officials have been seeking to improve safety on

Roslyn Road following a series of accidents on the stretch of the roadway from the south Service Road to south of I.U. Willets Road. In March 2014, Mineola teenagers Steven Clancy and Javier Gonzalez, both 19, were killed when they drove through the fence and into the backyard of the home of Dr. Ronald Rosen at 66 Oak Lane in Roslyn Heights. The teenagers hit a tree and were killed as they were ejected from their 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. Less than a month later, in April 2014, 43-year-old Facundo R. Ponce died when he lost control of his 2006 Dodge Dakota pickup truck and crashed into a charter bus near the corner of Roslyn Road and Heathcote Drive. The accident injured the bus driver and a passenger. In mid October 2013, a motorist who was allegedly inebriated crashed through side fence of Rosen’s home and totaled a car parked in the driveway.

Zoning board nixes dentist’s apartment plan Continued from Page 1 The zoning board voted 4-1 to deny the project, with Chairman Brian Cunningham casting the sole vote against its rejection. Locurto said he will now file an application to rebuild his one-story dentist’s office as it stood before the fire, which Building Inspector Kerry Collins said his department would approve. Opponents to the project said at three public hearings that a building taller than one story would have changed the village’s suburban character. It would have also set a precedent, they said, for the other business owners to build similar larger

structures with added apartments, causing an influx of new residents and cars the downtown area’s narrow, crowded streets could not handle. “It’s really Grand Central Station of Williston Park, and it’s too small,” resident Patricia Lennon said Monday. “It will change the character of the area, and it just wasn’t built for this kind of traffic and heavy-duty use.” Locurto’s original plan was for a three-story building with three apartments above his office, but he removed the top floor after residents first aired these concerns at a September hearing. His attorney, Michael Holland, repeatedly said the proposed apart-

ment would have only housed one family. The zoning board could not reject Locurto’s proposal based on the possibility that others like it would follow, he said. Holland also argued the building would not have caused a “dramatic change” in the area’s character because there are several other multi-story structures nearby, including a three-story building next door to Locurto’s property. “How can someone come in here and say one lousy apartment is going to impact this village to the point where we’ll tell Dr. Locurto, ‘Your apartment building is going to cause the most massive traffic jam we’ve ever seen in the history of the village?’” Holland said.

The project also got 13 letters of support from Locurto’s patients who live near the Willis Avenue business area, the dentist said. But in the absence of any parking or traffic studies proving Holland’s points, the board was not convinced. It had questions about the project from the beginning and decided to table the decision in both September and October. Board member Bill Wiley also presented building department data showing the board hadn’t approved a multiple-story building under modern zoning code since 1965. The three-story building Holland mentioned was built in 1932, and larger structures were built before the village’s incorporation.

“We’re looking to make a change to the village that hasn’t been made in 50 years in that area,” Wiley said. Locurto submitted his first application in May and has been renting office space in Albertson since the fire. He said he was frustrated it took six months to get a final decision, as his current arrangement has been “physically, mentally, a tough situation to be in.” His office will be the first business the fire destroyed to be rebuilt. Locurto said three of the others decided not to rebuild or reopen in their former locations, and the other two moved.

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N. Hills subdivision plan still in the works Continued from Page 2 According to its website, the Manhasset Bay Group is led by four business magnates with backgrounds in luxury real estate and investment finance. Hong Kong native Thomas Lau, the developer’s principal shareholder and chairman, is CEO of Lifestyle International Holdings Limited, a company that runs high-end department stores in China’s major cities. The company is worth $3.5 billion, Manhasset Bay Group’s website says, and Forbes lists Lau’s net worth as

$1.01 billion. CEO Irene Ho has managed luxury real estate developments in Hong Kong since the early 2000s, Manhasset Bay Group’s website says. Before that, she was an executive director in Goldman Sachs’ Fixed Income, Currencies and Commodities Division in Asia. Vice chairs Rumiko Hasegawa and David Voon also worked for Goldman Sachs in Asia. Hasegawa led the firm’s non-financial institutional sales division from 2000 until she left in 2012. Voon was a partner managing

director and head of the Asia Private Wealth Management division until his departure in 2011. Kass said the group’s cooperation with the village has been “as good or better than” any project with which he has been involved. “They have led us to believe that they will do everything to not irritate everybody in the environment, in the village, in whatever they can do to be good neighbors,” he said. “It’ll be a beautiful project for the Village of North Hills.” The plans are in line

with North Hills’ 23 other subdivisions, Kass said. But the property has a unique history as the former home of the Inisfada Retreat House. The house, whose name means “Long Island” in Gaelic, was built between 1916 and 1920 for Nicholas Brady, son of industrialist Anthony Brady, and his wife Genevieve on a property that then spanned 300 acres. After Nicholas died in 1930 and Genevieve in 1937, the land was left to Manhattan’s St. Ignatius parish, part of the Jesuit order of the Catholic Church.

The Jesuits maintained the house from that time, but sold much of the property over the years as it became more expensive to keep. When the order sold the remaining 31.5 acres to Manhasset Bay Group in July 2013, developer decided to tear down the historic house because it was in such bad repair. It was demolished in December of that year. The destruction of the house was what created the greatest controversy in the village, Kass said, not the plans for a subdivision. Residents’ concerns about traffic, construction noise

and flooding in the area are typical for these projects, he said. “Basically they want it to be over with,” he said. “They’re not looking for piles of dirt and trucks running in and out.” Natiss said approval is ultimately likely because the property is in a residential zone and the developers are “doing all their homework” to make the proposal fit village specifications. “They’ve gone through all the hurdles that are necessary in order to get this accomplished, so I would think it’s going to happen,” he said.

Mineola actress sets sights on Super Bowl Continued from Page 2 pletely separate world for me, and I am that person saying that person’s words.” Now, she hopes add a Super Bowl commercial to her resume with her entry to Doritos’ 10th and final

“Crash the Super Bowl” contest. The competition solicits original 30-second commercials for the flavored corn chips from filmmakers around the country. The winning ad, selected from

among more than 1,000 submissions, airs during the Super Bowl in February and gets a $1 million prize. Barrie wrote and produced her entry, in which she plays an unlikely criminal who seductively uses

Doritos to escape police interrogators. She got Trevor Williams, a filmmaker who works with New York City’s Upright Citizens Brigade comedy group, to direct the video, which has gotten

close to 900 views on YouTube since it went online Nov. 4. Voting for the 50 semifinalists Doritos chooses will start in January. If Barrie’s commercial is one of the top three vote winners, she and

her crew will get to join the other finalists at the Super Bowl - a party she wants to attend even if she doesn’t win. “You don’t know who you’re going to meet there,” she said.

Chiropractor grows, move to Albertson Continued from Page 12 “[The] ease of patients moving through the office has been smooth,” Forte said. “[I] felt that everything was working well enough to have the grand opening.” Forte said the new office is “elegant and modern.”

It features improved lighting, a natural stone and granite front desk, 10-12 foot ceilings and skylight. “[It] is [very] open and spacious,” Forte said. Forte said the office also has an “open spinal adjustment room.” The open room con-

tains three tables where patients can undergo spinal adjustments, and “understand the conversation around chiropractic health and how long their bodies are healing.” In addition to the “open spinal adjustment room,” there are two other exam

rooms, Forte said. Different quotes cover the walls of the office including “Wake up and be awesome,” and “Live well, laugh often, love much.” These quotes, Forte said, fit into the relaxed and laid-back atmosphere of the office.

Forte said she and the two other chiropractic assistants who work in the office are already very comfortable in their new workplace. “We feel like we’ve been here forever,” Forte said. Even though Forte is no longer in Mineola, she said that she is still seeing “99

percent, if not 100 percent” of the same patients. “Our primary concern is to teach people how to live a happy lifestyle, maximizing their potential and allowing them to experience true health from the inside out,” she said.

Shelter Rock Library Continued from Page 46 PLAY MAH JONGG Tuesday at 1:30 p.m., Dec. 1, Dec. 15. Join others in playing the game that has fascinated people for so many years with its strategies, sequences and combinations. Bring a team, a friend or come by yourself and enjoy the game. Limited materials will be available, so if you own a set, please feel free to bring it with you. Registration is not required. CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP with Marguerite Dilimetin, Group Facilitator, Nassau County Office for the Aging and Mental Health

Wednesdays], Dec. 16, from 2:30 to 4 p.m. This support group is designed for all caregivers. It provides an opportunity for participants to share experiences and help one another. First time attendees or for additional information, please call 516-227-7055. COMPUTER BASICS for ADULTS with TEEN TUTORS Would you like an individualized computer or technology tutoring session with a trained teen volunteer? Are you interested in learning the Internet, e-mail or computer basics? Bring your own device (tablet, laptop or Smartphone) or use ours. You may sign up for up to three sessions.Bring your computer questions and join us in the

Conference Room for a 45 minute session on the dates and times listed below. Saturdays, Dec. 12 from 10:15 to 11 a.m. or 11 to 11:45 a.m. Registration begins Oct. 19 at the Reference Desk. CELEBRATING the 150th ANNIVERSARY of ALICE in WONDERLAND with Shirley Romaine, actress. Monday, Nov. 30 at 1:30 p.m. Lewis Carroll was a professor of mathematics at Oxford, a writer, photographer, poet and a man of great imagination. Learn how Alice Liddell became the inspiration for this beloved story and see excerpts that show some of the film attempts to adapt the adventures of

Alice and the creatures she encounters. CREATIVE NEEDLES A Needlework Group Friday, Dec. 4 at 1:30 p.m. Registration is not required. Bring your projects and supplies to knit, crochet, needle-point, embroider or cross stitch in the company of other needle craft lovers. A time for conversation, crafting and simply sharing tips and techniques while “the needles fly” with other craft enthusiasts. ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION led by SRPL Librarians Chris Karlssen and Ellen Miller THE LADY IN GOLD: The Extraordinary Tale of Gustav Klimt’s

Masterpiece, Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer by Anne-Marie O’Connor on Wednesday, Dec. 2 at 2:30 p.m. Registration begins Wednesday, Nov. 4. Klimt’s portrait of Adele BlochBauer had been confiscated by the Nazis and proudly exhibited as The Lady in Gold with no reference to Adele. Sixty years after the painting was stolen, the painting became the subject of a decadelong litigation between the Austrian government and the Bloch-Bauer heirs. DEFENSIVE DRIVING CLASS for drivers of all ages. Saturday, Nov. 21 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. To register please contact Mr. Stephen Donnelly at 516-437-0705.

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Town eases licensing for taxi services BY N O A H MANSKAR The North Hempstead Town Board further lightened its taxi regulations Monday night in an effort to make it even easier for seniors get around through the town’s Project Independence program. The change to the law allows taxis licensed in any municipality to give seniors subsidized rides without a separate license from the town, which officials hope will lighten the burden on taxi companies that provide Project Independence services.

“It increases the market of how many companies can participate in this program,” said Kimberly Corcoran-Galante, commissioner of the town’s Department of Services for the Aging. Project Independence, an initiative that aims to help North Hempstead seniors stay in their homes and access services, covers the entire cost of seniors’ rides to the grocery store and half the fare for all other rides. Seniors generally pay a lower Medicaid rate for trips to pick up medicines. The town had previously changed its taxi law so companies that didn’t have a hub within its borders could still apply

for a town license to provide rides for seniors. But the license costs thousands of dollars to get, and sometimes drivers have to travel great distances from their hubs to take seniors on discounted rides, Corcoran-Galante said. “It’s really hard to say, ‘Hey, I’ve got an idea — I want you to drive 45 minutes, pick up a senior, drive them five minutes away at a discount rate and then come back 45 minutes back to your hub,’” she said. Now, as long as the company has a valid license from a village within North Hempstead, they don’t need the costly

license. The town got a $1 million grant in September to bolster Project Independence’s taxi program. The initiative, run through the Department of Services for the aging, also offers caregivers, nutritional and health services and social and recreational programs, among other services. Reach reporter Noah Manskar by email at nmanskar@theislandnow.com or by phone at 516.307.1045 x204. Also follow us on Twitter @noahmanskar and Facebook at facebook.com/theislandnow.

Learning new things never gets old Continued from Page 52 The bottom line is we work so hard to business, then 80 percent of us never call back customers we had done business with (according to a Zillow survey October 2014 Conference in Las Vegas, which I attended) There is another saying that has stuck with me over the recent years, “If one keeps doing the same things and expects different results, that is what we call “business insanity.” Change can be difficult and challenging,

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he Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s $29 billion 2015-2019 Capital Program is disappointing for Phase 2 of the Second Avenue Subway project. The original $34 billion October 24, 2014 plan programmed $1.535 billion including $575 million in potential federal New Starts funding. The revised plan only budgets $535 million (assuming no federal New Starts funding). This reduced budget will go for environmental review, preliminary and final design, real estate along with utility relocation. Request for construction funding is postponed to the next MTA 2020 - 2024 Five Year Capital Program. The federal government has considered Phase 2 work part of an active ongoing project. If the MTA does not proceed with this phase of the Second Avenue subway, Washington may ask for its money back for the unused tunnel section built in the 1970s from 110th Street to 120th Street funded with federal dollars. The MTA could owe Uncle Sam millions. In February 2015, the Federal Department of Transportation and the MTA executed an amended Full Funding Grant Agreement for the Second Avenue Subway Phase I project reflecting the changes in cost and schedule to the project. The amended FFGA includes a cost of $5.57 billion and a revenue service date for no later than February 28, 2018. As in the original FFGA, the $1.3 billion of federal grant funding remains unchanged with the MTA as local sponsor having to cover the $1 billion in cost overruns. It will take two decades more and $20 billion for completion of the next three segments north to 125th Street and south downtown to the Financial District. Moving construction for Second Avenue Subway Phase 2 from the 2015 - 2019 to next 2020 - 2024 MTA Five Year Capital Program means giving up $575 million in potential federal transportation New

Starts funding that might not be there tomorrow. Without providing local matching dollars, MTA forfeits the opportunity to leverage these dollars for additional federal funds. There are dozens of other potential New Starts projects being championed by many other 99 Senators and 435 Congress members. The requests far exceed any available New Starts funding. As the list grows year after year, there will be fewer winners and many more losers. . The original proposed 2010 - 2014 MTA $29 billion Five Year Capital Plan was cut to $24.2 billion before being approved. Funding for environmental review, design and engineering for initial Phase 2 work could have been provided. These activities could have proceeded in parallel with construction of Phase 1. Phase 2 would have been ready for construction funding in 2017. Existing contractors working on Phase One have staging areas for supplies, support equipment and employees already mobilized. This would make it easier to initiate Phase Two work perhaps resulting in lower bids. MTA might have saved up to several hundred million in construction costs. Postponing construction bids for Phase Two work years later to 2020 or later will clearly result in higher bids. Who knows what inflation rates may be during that time period. The MTA original and revised Five Year 2015 - 2019 Capital Plan provides $695 million for Metro North Bronx Penn Station Access project. This includes construction dollars with a promised beneficial use date of 2019. This new service is dependent upon MTA East Side Access project affording the Long Island Rail Road beneficial use of Grand Central Terminal. Based upon numerous past project delays, it is likely that the LIRR will not be providing service into Grand Central Terminal until 2023 or 2024. There is no capacity at Penn Station for Metro North

until the LIRR can reallocate some service to Grand Central Terminal. There is no room to run additional trains into or out of Penn Station during either a.m. or p.m. rush hours via the East River tunnels with connections to Long Island. Three of four tunnels running inbound during a.m. and outbound p.m. rush hours have very tight spacing between trains. One tunnel is shared by the LIRR, New Jersey Transit and Amtrak for reverse train movements with equally tight spacing during rush hours. There is no platform capacity at Penn Station to accommodate any additional trains during rush hour. Penn Station is currently operating at 100 percent capacity during both a.m. and p.m. rush hours. If one of the four tunnels is temporarily out of service, the result is numerous delays and cancellation of trains. Why the rush to complete Metro North Penn Station Access by 2019 as promised by Governor Cuomo when he announced support for this project in 2014? Reallocate the $600 million to the Second Avenue subway project. The $95 million balance could cover environmental, preliminary, final design and engineering work for Metro North Penn Station Access project in the 2015 2019 Capital Plan. The balance of $600 million for actual construction could be provided in the next 2020 - 2024 Capital Plan. Completion of this work could realistically coincide with MTA Eastside Access project. Adding these $600 million to support construction of Second Avenue Subway Phase Two might make more sense. This could give the MTA a fighting chance to compete for $575 in federal New Starts funding. Larry Penner Great Neck (Larry Penner is a transportation historian and advocate who previously worked in the transportation field for 31 years).

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY SALES/ PROJECT MANAGEMENT POSITION: Seeking trustworthy individual for home improvement company. Roofing, siding, windows and gutters. Five years experience in industry preferred. Must have your own van, truck or car. Must be comfortable speaking to homeowners. Motivated individual. Must be able to work on your own and handle responsibility. Able to lift 50 lbs. Jobsites in Queens and Western Nassau County. Commission based. Interest or inquiries please email resume to blakewsr@verizon.net

Help Wanted BABYSITTER P/T WANTED for GC family to care for 3 children, ages 8, 6 & 4. Mondays 6:30am6:30pm. Must feel comfortable driving children to different locations. Additional hours a possibility. Please call Jennifer 917282-4723

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AFLAC BENEFITS CONSULTANT: Fortune 500 Company. With an Aflac career, there are no limits to what you can achieve. It’s a unique opportunity to take control of your career and set your own unlimited goals. Looking for individuals to grow with the largest provider of voluntary employee benefits in the country. Sales experience welcome but not necessary. Lifetime vesting renewals. Office located in Garden City. Please call Director of District Sales, Bill Whicher 516-574-1064

MEDICAL OFFICE CLERK: Part time, light diversified clerical duties with some medical testing. Will train right person. Email resume AnatBA@aol.com

RETAIL JEWELRY SALES: Albertson/ R oslyn area. Part time weekdays and/ o r weekends. Experience helpful. References. Please call Stacey 516-4846444

CAREGIVER/ COMPANION: 20 years dedicated, reliable, efficient experience to care for elderly with Alzheimer’s/Dimentia, assist daily activities in their home. Immediate. Pam 516-902-5185 o r Carlene 516-850-4258

LICENSED AESTHETICIAN WITH FOLLOWING: Good salary + commission. Family friendly atmosphere. In business for 30 years. Call 516746-8403 MAKE HOLIDAY $$ Billion dollar manufacturer expanding in the Long Island area seeking person with sales and/ o r marketing background. Call 1-516-7595926. Leave message for call back.

OFFICE ASSISTANT P/T Garden City law firm seeks detail oriented individual to assist with general office duties in Accounting Dept. Microsoft Office knowledge a must. Email resume btomitz@ lbcclaw.com OR call 516-2948844 REPORTER: Blank Slate Media, an award winning chain of 5 weekly newspapers and website on the North Shore of Nassau County is seeking a self starter with good writing and reporting skills to cover Great Neck. Newspaper experience and car required. Experience with social media platforms and content managements systems preferred. Excellent opportunity to work with editors with many years of weekly and daily newspaper experience. Health insurance, paid holidays and sick days. Office conveniently located in Williston Park not far from NYC. To apply email your resume, cover letter and clips to sblank@theislandnow.com

BAKERY PRODUCTS REPRESENTATIVE Work as a Full-Time, Entry Level Employee Servicing supermarkets in the New Hyde Park, NY area GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR NEW GRADS!

A family-owned commercial bakery in business for over 100 years, Gold Medal Bakery produces and transports bakery products to major supermarkets.

Duties Include: Increasing sales by: • Merchandising products • Maintaining inventory and Managing orders via computer • Communicating with store management daily Job Work Week: • 8am-5pm with Wednesdays & Sundays off Minimum Qualifications: • Computer experience required • Good driving record and proper auto insurance needed • No experience necessary - we will train! • Must be at least 18 years old • Must be able to pass a drug test Compensation: $625 per week plus benefits & mileage reimbursement

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Gold Medal Bakery is seeking an entry-level FT BAKERY PRODUCTS ROUTE DRIVER to service supermarkets in the Long Island, NY area Depot located in Ronkonkoma, NY

Duties Include: • Delivering product to local stores using our company-owned 26’ box truck • Merchandising product • May include managing orders via computer Minimum Qualifications: • Must have experience driving a box truck • Must be able to utilize a computer • Must be at least 18 years of age • Must be able to pass a drug test • Must have valid driver’s license and a good driving record • Must be able to work weekends and holidays Compensation: • $17.75 per hour plus benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401K, Paid Vacations, Holiday Pay • $1.00 shift differential • Overtime after 40 hours

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ROMP with MOM Free Trial class on Saturdays. Please call Romper Room Nursery School 516-746-8606 FREE NURSERY SCHOOL Free nursery school for Mom who is interested in driving our mini school bus from 7:45 to 9:00am. SALES PERSON: full or part time. Unique gift store such as candles, handbags, home decor. Location near Great Neck Station. Please call or text message 516-778-2600 TEACHER ASSISTANTS: Fast hire. Will train. Full (96) and part time (M-F flexible hours). Nassau County Childcare Center expanding. j10291@aol.com

Situation Wanted BABYSITTING COLLEGE STUDENT Available for babysitting full day on Mondays & Fridays. Available flexible hours nights & weekends. 5 yrs experience. Solid references. Has car. Call 516404-1045 HOME HEALTH AIDE/ NEWBORN CARE Kind, compassionate HHA seeking FT/PT position on weekdays, weekends or overnight. 25+ years experience. References available. Call Liz 516-590-5338 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT AVAILABLE: Available P/T 2-3 days a week. Experienced in Microsoft Word & Excel. Past experience includes Department of Education & Legal Secretary background. Outgoing & strong work ethic. References available. Available immediately. Call 917770-7965

CERTIFIED HOME ATTENDANT Nurse’s assistant available to care for the elderly. Live in or live out. Offering compassionate home care full time or part time. Please call 347-543-5960 ELDER CARE: Mature woman w/ experience in hospital & nursing home available to care for elderly or ailing Monday to Thursday. Light cleaning, cooking and laundry. Licensed driver w/ own car. Local excellent references. Please call Luisa 516-485-9215 or 516-451-1781. Leave message. ELDER CARE: Woman seeking position caring for the elderly. Live in or out. Over 20 years experience. References furnished upon request. Call Victoria 516-943-4312 EUROPEAN HOME CARE attendant available for live in or live out. Garden City resident with 20 years experience. Excellent references. Very reasonable rates. Please call Jeanette 516-7416347 or cell 516-710-7271, leave message. EXCELLENT HOME HEALTH AIDE Striving to make elderly comfortable in their own surroundings. Seeking FT/PT position. Flexible hours. Have worked with many prominent people. Excellent references. Driver w/ car. Will do errands, doctor appts, housework, light cooking. Call Lorna 347-425-2804 EXPERIENCED NANNY/HOUSEKEEPER and care giver to elderly available FT, weekends, overnight. Mother of three. 21 years experience including with two GC families. Call for more information. Selena 347-624-9453

AIDE / CAREGIVER Caring, efficient, reliable aide/caregiver looking to care for your sick or elderly loved one. 13 years experience, live in / live out, nights, weekends. Excellent references available. Call Molly 516-476-3765 anytime.

EXPERIENCED POLISH HOUSE CLEANER Good references. Very honest, reliable, responsible and hard working. Own transportation. English speaking. Flexible days/ hours. I will do a good job. Please call 516-589-5640

AIDE/CARE GIVER: CARING, EFFICIENT, RELIABLE looking to care for your sick or elderly loved one. 14 years experience. Just ended 7 years with previous patient. Live in, live out, ft/pt nights, weekends. References available. Call 516-448-0502

F/T COMPANION AVAILABLE Looking for someone to take care of your elderly parents in the comfort of your own home for peace and tranquility? 18 yrs. experience, references, driver w/ reliable vehicle. Please call 516410-1892

CARE GIVER: NEED A COMPANION or nursing assistant for your loved ones? Fear of your loved ones being alone? Need overnight companion care at home or a health care facility? Call 516- 410-9943 NY State certified nursing assistant.

GINNY’S HOME CARE licensed Certified Nursing Assistant and Home Health Aide providing private specialized home care. www. ginnyshomecare.com 516-3541803

Situation Wanted CAREGIVER / HHA VERY HANDS ON LOVING, CARING, COMPASSIONATE HHA with over 10 years experience seeking FT live in or live out position. Great references. Licensed driver. Please call Shawn 516-424-0091

HOUSE AND APARTMENT CLEANER with many years experience and good references available 7 days with flexible hours. 516-632-0169, 516-499-1384 HOUSE CLEANER AVAILABLE Good references. MondaySaturday. Experienced. Own car. Will provide own supplies. Free estimates. 516485-3543, cell 516-661-5282

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▼ real estate, service directory Situation Wanted HOUSE CLEANING: Experienced cleaning service available. Pleasant, responsible. Provides own quality clean products. Own transportation. Local references. Spanish/ English speaking. Free estimates. Approximate cost: Small home $79, Mid size $99, Large $118. Please call Diana 516-859-7084 HOUSE/ APARTMENT CLEANING available. I have 14 yrs experience, excellent references, own car. Please call for an interview. 516-528-2206 HOUSECLEANING Very honest and kind woman available to clean your home Mon-Fri. Own transportation, own supplies, great rates. Local references. Pet lover. Spanish /E nglish speaking. Contact Marleni 516-902-7249 NANCY’S CLEANING SERVICE Experienced cleaning service. Homes, apartments and offices! English speaking. Licensed driver with car. Free estimates! Call or text Nancy 516-469-5517. Email: miranda-nancy@hotmail.com NEW YORK PHYSICIANS ASSISTANT: Care giver/ c ompanion available. Over 20 years experience available 24/7. Specializing in patients with CHF, Alzheimer’s, Dimentia, surgical procedures, hospice and more. Call Jackie 5146-306-0257 or Joel 516-965-1940 PRIVATE CASE WORKER seeking position to take care of elderly full time Monday through Friday. BABYSITTING also offered. Honest, trustworthy, caring, very attentive, dependable. Highly experienced. References available. Please call 516-508-8528

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

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Novenas/Prayers Oh, most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven. Blessed Mother of the Son of God; Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh, Star of the Sea, help me and show me your are my Mother. Oh, Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succour me in my necessity. (Mention your request here) There are none that can withstand your power. Oh, Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Holy Mary, I place this prayer in your hands (3 times) Amen. This prayer is never known to fail and is to be said for 3 consecutive days. Publication on granting of the favour must be promised and done. (T.P.)

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FURNITURE FOR SALE ETHAN ALLEN FURNITURE FOR SALE: LR chairs. Like new. Recliner, 2 matching chairs & floral rocker. Also black oriental rug. Call for description & cost. 516-361-0424 or 516-361-1642 FURNITURE FOR SALE GARDEN CITY: Stunning antique sideboard, burl wood with white and gray veined marble top $2,500. Couch and armchair, mint condition $300. Drop leaf cherry end tables $50 set of two. Color TV cherrywood console $25. Best offers. 516-864-3350 GARAGE SALE GARDEN CITY Saturday 11/21 10am to 3pm 83 Pine Street Household items, clothing, gift items, many new items for Christmas. No toys.

Tag Sale GARDEN CITY FLORIDA BOUND Charming furniture throughout, bric a brac, costume jewelry, area rugs, rustic dining room, lovely outdoor furniture, plethora of tennis equipment, tools, bicycles, golf, sewing machine, 3 air conditioners and more. PLEASE JOIN US ! 109 Chestnut St (East off Clinton Rd) Saturday 11/21 9am to 3pm

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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

AUCTIONS, TAG SALES & CONSIGNMENTS 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 OPEN 6 DAYS A WEEK! Tuesday & Thursday 10-4 Wednesday & Friday 10-6 Saturday 10-5 Sunday 12-5 Closed Mondays 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 10am2pm. 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 516-279-6378 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

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

CASH FOR DIABETIC TEST STRIPS Up to $35 /B ox! Sealed and Unexpired. Payment made SAME DAY. Highest prices paid! Call Juley today! 800413-3479 www.cashforyourteststrips.com LOOKING TO BUY! Records, oriental items, clothing, art, old & modern furniture, estates, jewelry, silver, glassware, dishes, old photos, coins & stamps, flatware. Call George 718-386-1104 or 917-775-3048

Tag Sale STEWART MANOR SELLOUT 21 Chester Ave Sat 11/21 9am to 3:30 pm Sun 11/22 10am to 4 pm 3 Floors. Costume jewelry, Hummels, LLadros, Minton china, Oak DR set, Nordictrak A2050 Exercise machine, clothing, tools, porcelain & glass figurines, linens, paper products, garage sale items, much much more! ALL WELCOME! *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 WILLISTON PARK: Resurrection Thrift Shop shared ministry between St. Aidan’s and Resurrection housed at Resurrection, 147 Campbell Avenue @ Center Street. OPEN Thursdays 9:30-1:00 and Saturdays 10-2. 516-746-5527. Jewelry, clothing, household items, etc. DONATIONS accepted Monday through Thursday 9am-1pm. CHRISTMAS SHOP open November 14th through December 19th.

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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

PROFESSIONAL DOG TRAINING Doggie Day Care Dog Walking & Running Mobile Socialization Program Backyard Cleanup GC Resident 516-382-5553

Automotive

Auto For Sale 1997 NISSAN ALTIMA 4 door automatic. Silver. Recently serviced. $1,700. Please call 516-437-5398 LINCOLN TOWN CAR: Silver 2001, 135k miles, new tires, factory service. Excellent condition $3,450 or best offer. 516626-0390 or 646-721-2134

Autos Wanted DONATE YOUR CAR to Wheels For Wishes, benefitting Make-aWish. We offer free towing and your donation is 100% tax deductible. Call 631-317-2014 Today! MOTORCYCLES WANTED Before 1985. Running or not. Japanese, British, European. Cash paid. Free appraisals! Call 315-569-8094 Email pictures or description to: cyclerestoration@aol.com

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

Apartment For Rent WEST HEMPSTEAD: 2nd floor, private entrance. 1 bedroom/ b ath, living room, EIK. Close to all. No smoking/ pets. $900/ includes utilities. Refs required. 516-313-4422 Please leave message

Apartment For Rent GARDEN CITY Jr. 3, 1 BR: $2,300 Three rooms, 1 Bed, New Kitchen: $2,500 Four rooms, 2 Bed, New Kitchen & Bath: $3,000 3 Bed, 2 Baths, New EIK: $3,500 Garden City Properties 746-1463

Room For Rent GARDEN CITY HOUSE SHARE: Beautifully furnished bedroom. Use of all common areas of house. Includes heat, w/d, a/c. Near public transportation. No smoking, pets or overnight guests. $850/month. Call 516-747-4293

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Office Space GARDEN CITY SOUTH Ideal location, mint, large office space, 1st floor. Must see to appreciate. Near LIRR, stores. Available now. $1,475/mth. Call Owner 516-538-7474 or 538-7476 GARDEN CITY: 1140 FRANKLIN AVE ABUNDANT PARKING 10 x 13 windowed office in professional suite: Atty/CPA Conference room, reception, kitchen included. 2 work stations, available December 1. Call Paul 516248-3048 WILLISTON PARK Office Space: 1300 & 2000 sf. available on Hillside Ave. Professional Building. Parking Lot, near LIRR & parkways. Full commission Paid. Tony 516-248-4080

Vacation Rental JAMESPORT BAYFRONT BEACH HOUSE for rent: pristine condition, unsurpassed views, on a private, manicured, one acre lot; only a 70 minute drive from Garden City. See photos on HomeAway site #4058365. Available weekends, weekly or seasonal. Call 516-320-0566 for rates and availability.

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COOPERSTOWN LAND LIQUIDATION! 10 acres $29,900. priced at 70% BELOW MARKET! Woods, town road, utilities, private setting just 7 miles from village. terms. 888-479-3394 GREAT NECK: Land for sale. 5 Red Brook Terrace $895K. Taxes: $11,135.88. Lot size: 73x88. Zoned: Residential. Approved plans and permit for new construction included. Sheri Shulman 516-466-6680 or Hugo Ruiz 516984-6681 GREENE COUNTY 6 acres $29,900. Beautiful open and wooded property, old stone walls, easy access to NYS thruway. Skiing and abundant wildlife. Bank financing available. 800-447-0779

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MOHAWK VALLEY HOBBY FARM4 Bedroom/2 Bath Farmhouse 22 acres $149,900. Horse barn, dairy barn, gorgeous setting w/views! Just off NYS Thruway. Call 888-905-8847 for more info.

NEED A CLEANOUT OR A MOVE? We can move it, sell it or haul it away! 2 Guys and a Truck Just $150 / h r Call 516-279-6378

SO. ADIRONDACK FORESTLAND 40 acres $69,900 lake rights, stream, only 3 hrs NYC ! Town road, utilities! Terms avail! Call 888-701-7509

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▼ LEGALS LEGAL NOTICE File No.2010-362935/A FIRST SUPPLEMENTAL CITATION SURROGATE’S COURT, NASSAU COUNTY THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, By the Grace of God Free and Independent TO: Elly Lanzrath a/k/a Elly Trautmann Unknown Lanzrath a/k/a Unknown Kassalsky a/kla unknown Massalsky and any and all unknown persons whose names or parts of whose names and whose place or places of residence are unknown and ascertained, distributees cannot after diligent inquiry be, heirs-at-law and next-ofkin of the said EDITH ZEPF, deceased, and if any of the said distributees named specifically or as a class be dead, their legal representatives, their husbands or wives, if any, distributees and successors in interest whose name and/or places of residence and post office addresses are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained A petition having been duly filed by Public Administrator, who is domiciled at 240 Old Country Road, Mineola, New York 11501, United States. YOU ARE HEREBY CITED TO SHOW CAUSE before the Surrogate’s Court, Nassau County, at, New York, on January 13, 2015, at 9:30 o’clock in the fore noon of that day, why the account of Public Administrator, a summary of which has been served herewith, as Administrator of the estate of Edith Zepf, should not be judicially settled. [X] Further relief sought (if any 1. Releasing and discharging the Petitioner from all liability, responsibility and accountability as to all matters set forth in the account of proceedings; 2.Allowing the commissions of the Petitioner in the amount of $ 6,403.75 pursuant to SCPA 2307(1) and the reasonable and necessary expenses of the office in the amount of $1,350.94 pursuant to SCPA 1207(4); 3.Fixing and determining the attorney’s fees of Brosnan & Hegler, LLP in the amount of $6,305.99 all of which has been paid. 4.Fixing and determining the attorney’s fees of Mahon, Mahon, Kerins & O’Brien, LLC attorney for petitioner in the amount of $ 15,000.00 of which NONE has been paid and $ 15,000.00 is unpaid; 5.Fixing and determining the accounting fees of Rispoli & Co, CPA’s in the amount of $1,512.50 of which $362.50 has been paid and $1,150.00 is unpaid; 6. Releasing and discharging the surety; 7. Directing the net estate be paid to the Comptroller of the State of New York on account of the unknown distributees of the, decedent, EDITH ZEPF; 8. Granting such other and further relief as to the Court is just and proper. Dated, Attested, and Sealed, November 10, 2015 H0N. EDWARD W McCARTY, III SURROGATE / Michael J. Murphy Michael J. Murphy, Chief Clerk Richard T. Kerins, Esq. Mahon, Mahon, Kerins & O’Brien, LLC (516) 538-1111 254 Nassau Blvd., Garden City South, New York 11530 NOTE: This citation is served upon you as required by law. You are not required to appear. If you fail to appear it will be assumed that you do not object to

to OPTION ONE MORTGAGE CORPORATION to secure the sum of $392,000.00 and recorded in Liber M 28865 of Mortgages at page 371, in the Office of the CLERK of the County of NASSAU on May 26, 2005, which mortgage was thereafter Modified. Said Mortgage was assigned to WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL INDEX # 4207/14 ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FILED: 10/27/2015 SUPREME COURT OF THE FOR CITIGROUP MORTSTATE OF NEW YORK GAGE LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2005-OPT4, ASSET BACKED COUNTY OF NASSAU CERTIFISUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS PASS-THROUGH CATES, SERIES 2005-OPT4, AND NOTICE Plaintiff designates Nas- by assignment of mortgage sau County as the place of which is dated August 5, 2013, trial. Venue is based upon the covering premises known as County in which the mortgaged 146 Jerome Ave, Mineola, NY premises are situated. WELLS 11501 (Section 0009, Block FARGO BANK, NATIONAL 00245-00 and Lots 00517, ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE 00518 & 00519). The relief FOR CITIGROUP MORT- sought in the within action is GAGE LOAN TRUST, SERIES a final judgment directing the 2005-OPT4, ASSET BACKED sale of the premises described PASS-THROUGH CERTIFI- above to satisfy the debt deCATES, SERIES 2005-OPT4, scribed above. To the above Plaintiff(s), against JAMES named Defendants: The foreSKENE, JOHN SKENE, MORT- going summons is served upon GAGE ELECTRONIC REG- you by publication pursuant to ISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. an order of the Hon. Thomas A. AS NOMINEE FOR FIDELITY Adams, Justice of the Supreme MORTGAGE, A DIVISION OF Court of the State of New York, DELTA FUNDING CORPO- and filed along with the supRATION, NEW YORK STATE porting papers in the Office of DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION the Clerk of the County of NasAND FINANCE, “JOHN DOE sau on October 20, 2015. This #1” through “JOHN DOE #12,” is an action to foreclose on a the last twelve names being fic- mortgage. ALL that certain plot, titious and unknown to plaintiff, piece or parcel of land, with the the persons or parties intended buildings and improvements being the tenants, occupants, thereon erected, situate, lying persons or corporations, if any, and being in the Incorporated having or claiming an interest Village of Mineola, County of in or lien upon the premises, Nassau and State of New York. described in the complaint, Section 0009, Block 00245-00 Defendant(s). TO THE ABOVE and Lots 00517, 00518 & NAMED DEFENDANTS: NO- 00519, said premises known TICE YOU ARE IN DANGER as 146 Jerome Ave, Mineola, OF LOSING YOUR HOME NY 11501. YOU ARE HEREIF YOU DO NOT RESPOND BY PUT ON NOTICE THAT TO THIS SUMMONS AND WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COMPLAINT BY SERVING A COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY OBTAINED COPY OF THE ANSWER ON INFORMATION THE ATTORNEYS FOR THE WILL BE USED FOR THAT MORTGAGE COMPANY WHO PURPOSE. By reason of the FILED THIS FORECLOSURE default in the payment of the PROCEEDING AGAINST monthly installment of princiYOU AND FILING THE AN- pal and interest, among other SWER WITH THE COURT, A things, as hereinafter set forth, DEFAULT JUDGMENT MAY Plaintiff, the holder and owner BE ENTERED AND YOU CAN of the aforementioned note LOSE YOUR HOME. SPEAK and mortgage, or their agents TO AN ATTORNEY OR GO have elected and hereby acTO THE COURT WHERE celerate the mortgage and YOU CASE IS PENDING FOR declare the entire mortgage FURTHER INFORMATION indebtedness immediately due ON HOW TO ANSWER THE and payable. The following SUMMONS AND PROTECT amounts are now due and owYOUR PROPERTY. SEND- ing on said mortgage, no part ING A PAYMENT TO YOUR of any of which has been paid MORTGAGE COMPANY WILL although duly demanded: the NOT STOP THIS FORECLO- entire unpaid principal balance SURE ACTION. YOU MUST of $379,368.04 to be immediRESPOND BY SERVING A ately due and payable under COPY OF THE ANSWER ON the modified mortgage herein THE ATTORNEY FOR THE foreclosed, plus interest at the PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE rate calculated in accordance COMPANY) AND FILING THE with the provisions of the note ANSWER WITH THE COURT. from January 1, 2013, together YOU ARE HEREBY SUM- with unpaid late charges in the MONED to answer the Com- amount of $347.80 that have plaint in this action and to serve accrued prior to this action as a copy of your answer, or, if the of October 25, 2013. UNLESS Complaint is not served with YOU DISPUTE THE VALIDthis summons, to serve a notice ITY OF THE DEBT, OR ANY of appearance on the Plaintiff’s PORTION THEREOF, WITHIN attorney within 20 days after THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER the service of this summons, YOUR RECEIPT HEREOF exclusive of the day of service THAT THE DEBT, OR ANY (or within 30 days after the PORTION THEREOF, IS DISservice is complete if this sum- PUTED, THE DEBTOR JUDGmons is not personally deliv- MENT AGAINST YOU AND A ered to you within the State of COPY OF SUCH VERIFICANew York); The United States TION OR JUDGMENT WILL of America, if designated as a BE MAILED TO YOU BY THE Defendant in this action, may HEREIN DEBT COLLECTOR. appear within (60) days of ser- IF APPLICABLE, UPON YOUR vice thereof; and in case of your WRITTEN REQUEST, WITHIN failure to appear or answer, SAID THIRTY (30) DAY PEjudgment will be taken against RIOD, THE HEREIN DEBT you by default for the relief COLLECTOR WILL PROVIDE demanded in the Complaint. YOU WITH THE NAME AND NOTICE OF NATURE OF AC- ADDRESS OF THE ORIGINAL TION AND RELIEF SOUGHT: CREDITOR. IF YOU HAVE THE OBJECT of the above RECEIVED A DISCHARGE captioned action is to foreclose FROM THE UNITED STATES on a mortgage dated April 25, BANKRUPTCY COURT, YOU 2005, executed by JAMES R ARE NOT PERSONALLY LIASKENE AND DIANE SKENE BLE FOR THE UNDERLYING INDEBTEDNESS OWED TO the relief requested. You have a right to have an attorney appear for you, and you or your attorney may request a copy of the full account from the petitioner or petitioner’s attorney. WT 142583 4x 11/20, 27, 12/04, 11, 2015 #142583

PLAINTIFF/CREDITOR AND THIS NOTICE/D ISCLOSURE IS FOR COMPLIANCE AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. HELP FOR HOMEOWNERS IN FORECLOSURE New York State requires that we send you this notice about the foreclosure process. Please read it carefully. SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT You are in danger of losing your home. If you fail to respond to the Summons and Complaint in this foreclosure action, you may lose your home. Please read the Summons and Complaint carefully. You should immediately contact an attorney or your local legal aid office to obtain advice on how to protect yourself. SOURCES OF INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE The State encourages you to become informed about your options in foreclosure. In addition to seeking assistance from an attorney or legal aid, there are government agencies, and non-profit organizations that you may contact for information about possible options, including trying to work with your lender during this process. To locate an entity near you, you may call the toll-free helpline maintained by New York state Banking Department at 1-877-Bank-NYS or visit the Department’s website at www.banking.state.ny.us FORECLOSURE RESCUE SCAMS Be careful of people who approach you with offers to “ your home. There are individuals who watch for notices of foreclosure actions in order to unfairly profit from a homeowner’s distress. You should be extremely careful about any such promises and any suggestions that you pay them a fee or sign over your deed. State law requires anyone offering such services for profit to enter into a contract which fully describes the services they will perform and fees they will charge, and which prohibits them from taking any money from you until they have completed all such promised services. Section 1303 NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this Summons and Complaint by serving the copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you may lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING AN ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Leopold & Associates, PLLC, 80 Business Park Drive, Suite 110, Armonk, NY 10504 WT #142530 4x, 11/13, 20, 27, 12/04, 2015 #142530 LEGAL NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Williston Park will hold a public hearing on Monday, December 14, 2015, at 8:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as possible, at the Village Hall, 494 Willis Avenue, Williston Park, New York for the purpose of considering the adoption of the following Local Law: Local Law No. 4 of 2015 entitled “Local Law Requiring Permits For Commercial Filming in the Village: The proposed Lo-

cal Law would require that any person or entity who wishes to do commercial filming in the Village must obtain a permit from the Village Board, and sets forth procedures and standards for such permit. This Local Law will take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State. A copy of said Local Law is available for review at the Village Hall during business hours. Julie Kain Village Clerk Treasurer Dated: November 16, 2015 Williston Park, New York WT 142596 1x 11/20/ 2015 #142596 Notice of Formation of NuArts Productions, LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 8/14/2015 (Filing Date). 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, 37 Temple Street, Williston Park, NY 11596 Purpose: any lawful purpose. WT 142544 6x 11/13, 20, 27, 12/04, 11, 18, 2015 #142544

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Bristal, NS-LIJ partner Continued from Page 4 project, which is expected to have a $29 million economic benefit to the county and create $4 million in additional taxes. The package includes a 15-year agreement for payments in lieu of taxes, or PILOTs, totaling $6,737,765. The plan freezes property tax rates for the first five years and then increases them by 1.66 percent each year for the following 10 years. Engel Burman can also claim up to $246,750 in mortgage recording tax exemptions and $1,434,872 in sales tax exemptions for the facility. The company plans to hire 45 new full-time employees once the project is complete, and the two-year building period will create 150 construction jobs, according to officials. IDA Executive Director Joseph Kearney said the project is “one of a kind” in the county and will “render an enormous benefit to an affected population that is, frankly, our parents, our brothers and our sisters.” The project came with the endorsement of former state Sen. Charles Fuschillo, who is now the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s president and CEO. In a letter to Kearney, Fuschillo said there are currently 50,000 people on Long Island living with Alzheimer’s disease, and the new Bristal facility will provide “an important service” to those in Nassau County. “At a time when all generations need both support and options, The Bristal at Lake Success will be an invaluable resource,” Fuschillo said in the letter. The IDA also gave Engel Burman a 10-year PILOT agreement for its North Hills Bristal facility in December 2002. It applied twice for a 10-year extension of the PILOT in December 2012 and January 2013, but the IDA denied both applications after public opposition from local officials and the Herricks and Great Neck school districts concerned about the loss of property tax revenue.

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LIU Post men score back-to-back wins B y T homas S c a v e tta On Saturday, Nov. 14, the LIU Post men’s basketball team (2-0) tipped off the 2015-2016 campaign with a 71-55 triumph over the University of the Sciences in the Delaware Express Tip-off Tournament at the Jones College Center in Wilmington, De. Junior forward Greg Dotson led the team in scoring and recorded a doubledouble with 16 points and 10 rebounds. Dotson also recorded three blocks and three steals to his stat-line. Senior guard Dillon Burns looked sharp in his 24 minutes off the bench, collecting 12 points, seven assists and three steals. Burns and Dotson also knocked down two treys apiece from downtown. After surrendering 12 unanswered points heading into halftime, the Pioneers lost all momentum. The Devils extended their lead to 10 in the third quarter, 3828, before the Pioneers finally came alive. A 36-12 onslaught put LIU Post in front for good as they cruised to their first victory of the season. During the stretch run, Dotson came up clutch, tallying eight points. Senior guard Akosa Maduegbunam also provided a spark off the bench during the run with a key three-pointer. LIU was sharp from behind the threepoint line throughout the game, shooting over 47 percent. Junior guard Jared Hall, Dotson and Burns each drained

Greg Dotson at the free throw line two three-pointers. The University of the Sciences struggled as they shot just 28 percent from the field and were outscored by the Pioneers in nearly every category. LIU’s bench was outstanding; scoring 32 points with Burns’ 12 leading the pack. Senior forward Michael Phillip also chipped in with seven points, seven boards and a game-high five blocks in just

selves in a tightly contested game as the injury-plagued Lightning fought hard and gave the visitors a run for their money. Freshman guard Corey Taite canned a trey for the Lightning bringing them within one of the Pioneers. However, Hall threw a wrench in the hopes of a comeback for Goldey Beacom when he converted a four-point play after making a three and sinking the foul shot giving LIU a 73-68 edge late in the contest. On the following possession, Hall, the Tournament’s Most Valuable Player, dropped in two free throws putting the game to bed. Hall’s performance was highlighted with 26 points, six steals and five rebounds. Dotson earned another doubledouble scoring 16 points and grabbing 10 boards. Traite and junior guard Shakeem Wilson each posted 17 points for the Lightning, but it wasn’t enough as the Pioneers survived a late-game scare. The Pioneers will host the LIU Post Thanksgiving Classic this weekend when they will open up play against Post University on Saturday, Nov. 21 at 3:15 p.m. 19 minutes of action. This matchup is one of several being held LIU Post men’s basketball coach over the weekend at the Pratt Recreation Smiles and his LIU squad returned to the Center in Brookville. floor in Wilmington on Sunday, where they edged out Goldey Beacom College This article was originally published 79-72, improving their record to 2-0 on in the Pioneer, the award-winning student the season. newspaper of LIU Post, www.liupostpioneer. After leading 40-33 heading into the com, and is republished here by Blank Slate locker room, the Pioneers found them- Media with the permission of the Pioneer.

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left side of the ledger for LIU. The Pioneers were the aggressors, outshooting their opponent at a clip higher than 4-1. Wilmington totaled just five shots against a stout Pioneer defense. Of those five shots, none of them were on target, giving junior goal keeper Jesper Malmstrom an easy day between the pipes. It was his 13th win of the season and his fifth shutout. Head LIU Post soccer coach Andreas Lindberg and his team are back in action on Saturday, Nov. 21, when they play top-seeded Southern New Hampshire University. Their opponent, ranked third in the nation, suffered only one loss the entire season and hasn’t allowed a goal in five matches. The Pioneers, who are battle tested, are riding high though. They have notched 15 goals in their last three games.

On Saturday, Nov. 14, the 12th ranked and secondseeded LIU Post men’s soccer team defeated Wilmington University, which was ranked no. 6, by a score of 6-0 to advance to the third round of the NCAA Division II Championship. The Pioneers led by a midway through the first half and a four goal half in the latter stanza. In the 23rd minute, still with no goals for either team, junior back Joey Forgaard got the action going with a header off a corner kick from senior midfielder Matais Ruiz. That goal came just six minutes before the next tally from LIU. This time, the Pioneers were awarded a penalty kick and graduate midfielder Tom Bowen converted, giving his team a two-goal lead. In the second half, it was more of the same from the Pioneers, as four more goals were added, compared This article was originally published in the Pioneer, to none for Wilmington. Goals via sophomore back Oliver Hollingseater, sophomore midfielder Harry Pearse, the award-winning student newspaper of LIU Post, www. junior forward Johann Kristjansson, and the aforemen- liupostpioneer.com, and is republished here by Blank Slate tioned Ruiz made it a safe bet to put this match on the Media with the permission of the Pioneer

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Cosmos capture NASL Championship Senna, Raúl lead club back to crown before more than 10,000 at Hofstra’s Shuart Stadium They came in as champions and Marcos Senna and Raúl went out as champions Sunday night, helping lead the New York Cosmos to the NASL Championship title. The two Spanish legends announced their retirement from the sport earlier this season and were given the sendoff they deserved in front of a NASL modern-day postseason record crowd of 10,166 at Hofstra’s Shuart Stadium with a 3-2 win over the Ottawa Fury FC. “I’m very happy. It was my last game in my career,” Raúl said. “I’m very proud for everything I did and thank you to the club, my teammates and the fans for this amazing year. For me now, I start a new life with another project. I’m happy, but I’m also very sad.” For Senna, it is a second NASL title in three years with the Cosmos since the club’s reboot, while Raúl closed out his lone season in New York with one more championship. “To win next to Raúl was an ideal situation. I’m thankful for him being here throughout the year as he made the difference many times and scored many goals,” Senna said. “In addition, today he didn’t get the goal, but he got the assist. He’s a player that is a game-changer.” While it wasn’t a Hollywood ending with the late winning goal, Raúl did get an assist to cap Cosmos striker Gaston Cellerino’s hat trick in the 85th minute. “It is like a dream,” Raúl said. “I would like to say thanks to all my team-

mates, the club, the supporters. I’m very happy. I have one part of my heart for the Cosmos.” Senna and Raúl’s influence was felt beyond Sunday’s final, even beyond the Cosmos magical run through an undefeated spring season and finishing atop the combined standings. “We’re going to miss them tremendously, most importantly, two great people,” Cosmos captain Carlos Mendes said. “I think they are top professionals who came in and trained hard every day and their experience has rubbed off on the guys. You can’t really replace Marcos and Raúl and obviously the locker room will be different next year.” Cellerino got the party started early for the Cosmos, scoring in the eighth minute. Danny Szetela started the sequence with a strong run down the left sideline and headed a ball into the box that Cellerino took off his chest. He took another touch inside the box before slotting past Ottawa goalkeeper Romauld Peiser from eight yards out. Cellerino added his second goal in the 72nd minute, two minutes after Ottawa equalized on a goal by Tom Heinemann off a through ball from Andrew Wiedeman. Walter Restrepo chipped a sublime ball toward the back post where Cellerino tapped in the go-ahead goal. Cellerino capped a spectacular performance five minutes from full time

when he was played behind by Raúl on final whistle, the celebration was on. And when it was all over, Senna and a quick counterattack and pushed a shot Raúl were lifted in the air by their teampast Peiser from 16 yards out. “Today he was fantastic,” Cosmos mates and given a champions sendoff. head coach Giovanni Savarese said of “We feel very lucky, our organization, Cellerino. to have these two great players retire with Ottawa, which was reduced to 10 us,” Savarese said. “These two great playmen in the 68th minute when Mason ers I had the pleasure to coach makes a Trafford was given a straight red card for coach’s life easier because of the quality a stomp on Sebastian Guenzatti, pulled a when they play. goal back late when Heinemann slid in “They were very important all year to tap in a rebound in the first minute of to push everybody to higher standards. second-half stoppage time. The way they finished their careers today There -were some nervy moments couldn’t any other way CHERRY 1-8 Page GENERAL 08-28-15_Layout 1 be 8/25/15 12:04 PMbecause Page 1they’ve late, but when referee Alan Kelly blew the been successful.”

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