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“Play It Forward”

Great Neck North students host a tennis tournament to fundraise for MS in support of their coach

JULIE PRISCO jprisco@antonmediagroup.com

On Saturday, Oct. 22, Great Neck North High School students hosted the second Play It Forward tennis tournament in support of their coach, Mindy Alpert.

Alpert is a graduate from Great Neck North and has been the assistant coach for the girl’s and boys’ varsity tennis teams since being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) 15 years ago. MS is a chronic disease that affects the central nervous system.

“The exact cause of MS is unknown but something triggers the immune system to attack the central nervous system,” explained Alpert. “The resulting damage to the nerves disrupts signals to and from the brain. This interruption of communication signals causes symptoms such as numbness, tingling, mood changes, memory problem, pain, fatigue, blindness, paralysis and more.”

To show support for their coach and bring awareness to MS, students Alana Shapiro and Sophie Frenkel organized the first Play It Forward fundraising tournament last year.

This year, the event grew. Drawing students from the tennis teams, student-athletes form other teams, students who wanted to support a good cause, younger and older siblings, and parents. The former girls varsity tennis coach, Mike Kazin, and the current coch, Eric Ragot came to the tournament as well.

“Compared to last year, I didn’t think we could do it any better,” said Alpert. “But this year far surpassed last year because of [the girls] hardwork and I’m so thankful and grateful.”

In addition to Shapiro and Frenkel as the event organizers and founders, student Eliza Schulman acted as the fundraising chair and student Katelyn Ho acted as the event coordinator.

While last year’s Play It Forward was held at the high school, due to increased partici pation, Shapiro and Frenkel reached out to the Great Neck Park District and got per mission to host the event at Memorial Park. Memorial Park has 10 tennis courts that the tournament took place on.

The tournament was a lively and fun time for everyone involved. Music played, refreshments and treats were passed around all while tennis matches began across Memorial Park.

The Friday before the tournament the girls held a bake sale and promoted their

fundraising at the school. This year’s Play It Forward raised a total of $6,222 for the National MS Society. Fundraising came from the tournament entrance fees, raffles sold, bake sale funds and donations.

The generous donations from students, family and staff goes to services and pro grams for people living with MS and their families. The money also gets invested in research to discover more treatments with the hope of helping those with MS and errad icating the disease in the future.

Shapiro and Frenkel opened this year’s tournament with a few words of appreciation for Alpert and everyone who came to the tournament and donated to the cause.

“We want to thank Mindy. You’ve given so much tour team as a coach and we’re so happy to be able to give back to you through our support and appreciation for the second year,” said Shapiro.

“We’re so grateful for you being there for us every day, the team wouldn’t be the same without you,” said Frenkel. “As seniors we are beyond grateful to have been able to work

with you for the past couple of years and we hope that this is an event the younger players will continue after we leave.”

Alpert adressed the crowd at Play It Forward next, expressing her gratitude to everyone that showed up and shared a bit of her journey with MS.

Alpert had played tennis since she was a young girl. In addition to playing on the varsity tennis team throughout high school, Alpert played a varsity sport every available season. After graduating from Great Neck North, she went to Cornell University where she majored in business and psychology.

“I had my first official MS symptom when I was 34, and I was losing the vision in my right eye, which thankfully is back,” said Alpert. “But now I look back in high school and college and I probably had MS that far back. My symptoms are memory loss, dizziness, problems multitasking, cognitive challenges, snd fatigue. MS affects me every single day.”

When diagnosed with MS, Alpert retired from her career in finance.

“Because of MS I had to stop working at the age of 38,” said Alpert. “I started volun teering for the National MS Society as soon as I was diagnosed, and I have been volun teering at the high school as a coach for the last 15 years.”

Alpert shared that sometimes when she coaches she gets tired and loses her train of thought and has trouble multitasking, but she wouldn’t give up coaching for the world.

“Although I wouldn’t have chosen to have MS, my time here at Great Neck North coaching has been one of the most reward ing things I’ve ever done in my entire life,” said Alpert to the group at the tournament.

“I’m truly grateful to have the opportunity to coach high school athletes. They have made such a positive difference in my life and I hope I’ve done the same for them.”

A chorus of responses came from the student-athletes present at the tournament, telling Alpert that she has made a positive difference in their life as well.

Visit the nationalmssociety.org to learn more about MS and how to get involved.

From the left, Sophie Frenkel, Mindy Alpert and Alana Shapiro.

Play It Forward tennis tournament participants.

Event organizers and founders Sophie Frenkel and Alana Shapiro. (Photos provided by Play It Forward)

Fun At The Family Olympics

The Great Neck Chinese Association hosted its Second Annual Autumn Family Olympics

JULIE PRISCO jprisco@antonmediagroup.com

This October, the Great Neck Chinese Association (GNCA) hosted its Second Annual Autumn Family Olympics at Great Neck North Middle School Sports Field. The Autumn Family Olympics promotes a healthier, happier, and more confident community life.

The GNCA is a non-profit organization founded in 1995. The association serves the Great Neck Chinese community by connecting community members and promoting community service and social involvement to create a harmonious and happy living environment for all in Great Neck.

The GNCA works with local schools and community leaders to spread understanding and acceptance of Chinese culture and residents. The group hosts entertainers, educational events, and other fun social activities to unite the Chinese community. The Autumn Family Olympics is one of the newer events the GNCA offers.

When COVID-19 restrictions eased up last year, the GNCA came up with the idea to host an Autumn Family Olympics.

“We wanted to promote a healthy outdoor event for every one to have fun, exercise, and breathe fresh air,” the GNCA wrote in a statement to the Great Neck Record. “The goal is to bring to gether the community. This event created long-lasting friendships among fellow sports enthusiasts. It also brought together families and was a fun day for all ages.”

“We have close to 170 people participating in the different events,” wrote the GNCA. “Other family members that did not

participate enjoyed watching the Opening and Closing Ceremonies along with the competitions.”

Families could sign up for different events that are specifically made for the whole family. The Potato Sack Relay is a popular family race that needs three family members to participate.

Other events participants joined in on include: Tennis Adult and Juniors Tournament, 100m race for Elementary School students, 400m for Junior and High School Students, 1500m for adults, Tug of War, Three-legged race, Ring Toss, running with a ball between two backs and Egg & Spoon Relay Race.

“Some of the events are fun for the family, but others are very competitive,” wrote the GNCA. “For example, the Adult and Juniors Tennis Tournament consists of four rounds of elimination playoff with prizes for the winner and runner-up.”

The GNCA Family Olympics Planning Committee worked hard to provide the Second Annual Autumn Family Olympics for community members to get active and connect with new people.

Other event organizers and

supporters include: Parents volunteers, Naming Right Sponsor Northwestern Mutual, Partner Organization North Shore University Hospital, Reward Ceremony Guest NYS Assemblywoman Gina Sillitti, and North Hempstead Town Supervisor Jennifer DeSena.

“The event was an overall success. We have more participants this year than last year, ” wrote the GNCA. “The event organizer draws from past experience to organize a better event this year. Many participants are looking forward to next year’s event.”

Learn more about the Great Neck Chinese Association at gnca.org

Tug of war.

Family members cheered on their loved ones during the games.

Potato Sack Relay.

Elementary school student race.

Assemblywoman Gina Sillitti (left) presenting awards to the tennis tournament participants. Autumn Family Olympics participants awarded for their hard work. (Contributed photos)

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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FRIDAY, NOV. 4

Movies at Great Neck House

8 p.m. (Great Neck House) Great Neck Park District offers movies at Great Neck House. Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 5 and 8 p.m. and Sunday at 5 p.m. see My Name is Pauli Murray (2021-Documentary). Visit gnparks.org for more information.

SUNDAY, NOV. 6

Farmers Market

10 a.m.-2 p.m. (Firefighters Park) The vendors offer selections of local, organic and sustainable foods and items. Enjoy live music and family activities every week during the Farmers Market. Hosted by the Great Neck Park District and Deep Roots Farmers Market.

MONDAY, NOV. 7

Candle Making for Adults

2 p.m.-3 p.m. (Parkville Branch Library Community Room) Join us to learn about the history of candle making and create your own unique scented candle for Fall/ Thanksgiving. Presented by Chrissy Lehat

Veterans’ Thank You Cards

4 p.m.-4:45 p.m. (Main Library Children’s Room) Learn about Veterans’ Day and make a card thanking our heroes for their service. This program is suitable for children of all ages. Register at greatnecklibrary.org

TUESDAY, NOV. 8

Effective Communication Strategies

2 p.m.-3 p.m. (Main Library Community Room) This program provides practical information and resources to help dementia care partners learn to decode verbal and behavioral messages from people living with dementia. Brought to you by the Alzheimer’s’ Association Long Island Chapter. Registration recommended but not required. Register at greatnecklibrary.org

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 9

Project Independence 10 a.m.-11 a.m. (Clinton G. Martin Park) A Town of North Hempstead event for seniors. Come and discuss the needs of town resi dents 60 and over. Offer suggestions for new programs, learn about services available in the community and make new friends. Call 311 to register or for more information.

Project Independence

12 p.m.-2 p.m. (“Yes We Can” Community Center) A Town of North Hempstead event

who wish to improve their skill. Call 311 to register or for more information.

PlayHooray

1 p.m.-1:45 p.m. (Parkville Branch Library Community Room) Join PlayHooray and Molly Mouse for their special family music and movement programs! This program is for children from birth through age 6 years with an accompanying adult. Please note that registration for this program includes classes on Nov. 9, 16, 23, 30, Dec. 7, and 14. Register at greatnecklibrary.org

Veterans’ Thank You Cards

7 p.m.-7:45 p.m. (Main Library Children’s Room) Learn about Veterans’ Day and make a card thanking our heroes for their service. This program is suitable for children of all ages. Register at greatnecklibrary.org

Financial Investing Workshop

7 p.m.-8 p.m. (Main Library Community Room) The Nuts and Bolts. Join Vincent E. Sama, Financial Advisor at EdwardJones, in this five-week financial literacy workshop covering the basics of investing, stocks, bonds, fixed income, mutual funds, and saving for retirement During our presentation, you’ll learn the differences between common and preferred stock, the importance of dividends, ways to craft your stock strategy, and different ways to own stock. Register once for the whole series. Classes run Nov. 9, 16, 30 and Dec. 7. Register at greatnecklibrary.org

THURSDAY, NOV. 10

Project Independence

10 a.m.-2 p.m. (Virtual) Medicare Part D-Which plan is right for you? A Town of North Hempstead event for seniors. Schedule an indicidual telephone appointment with a pharmacist to discuss which Medicare Pat D plan is best for you. Call 311 for more information.

Project Independence

12 p.m.-1 p.m. (Roslyn Community Center) A Town of North Hempstead event for seniors. Golden Hearts Bingo and Blood Pressire Screenings. Call 311 to register or for more information.

MahJongg for Beginners

1 p.m.-3 p.m. (Main Library Community Room) Learn the basics of MahJongg in this guided class with Patty Cook! Game sets will be provided, or bring your own. Last class Nov. 17. Register once for the whole series at greatnecklibrary.org

BOOK TALK

Cuba Libre? The Kremlin Takes Charge

JOSEPH SCOTCHIE

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Sixty years ago last month, Americans, during a 13-day period between Oct. 16 and Oct. 29, 1962, went to bed without knowing if there would be a tomorrow.

There was a new morning—but it was a close call. What better way to re-live those events than by revising Robert F. Kennedy’s 1969 memoir, Thirteen Days? The slim volume was written by Kennedy in 1967 as the man, now a U.S. senator from New York, was still mourning his older brother’s assassination.

Around this time, Kennedy was re-thinking America’s involvement in Vietnam, a war he initially supported. At the same time, Kennedy worried that antiwar activity might result in a turn towards America’s traditional isolationism. Kennedy was becoming antiwar, but he still was a liberal internationalist.

Thirteen Days takes you there in the rooms where the fate of the world was being debated. When John F. Kennedy was elected president in 1960, his father, Joseph Kennedy, was as blunt as a steel toe: Make your younger brother Attorney General. No president needs an independent AG.

Bobby Kennedy was more than an attorney general. He was deeply involved in foreign affairs. And when it was discovered that Soviet nuclear weapons were in Cuba, the younger Kennedy was the president’s most important advisor.

How did the world end up on the brink? During the 1950s, Soviet ideology was popular throughout the world. The Russians portrayed themselves as anti-imperialists to the newly freed nations in Asia and Africa. Marxism was still a fighting cause. In the 1950s, the Eisenhower Administration moved swiftly to overthrow a Marxist regime in Guatemala and replace with a pro-American one. Into its lame duck years, that popular administration dropped the ball on Cuba. On New Year’s Day 1960, Fidel Castro’s guerrilla army topped the Batista regime. In early 1961, the New Frontiersmen attempted a coup with an army of Cuba exiles. JFK’s

hawks, including General Curtis Le May, advised air strikes to assist the insurgency. Kennedy said no. Castro repelled the invasion. It was surreal. Mighty America had allowed a pro-Soviet regime on its doorstep.

Castro remained paranoid. He was convinced another American invasion was forthcoming. He appealed to Moscow for help. The Soviets were hesitant to assist the mercurial Castro. Still, Nikita Khrushchev gave in. Nuclear weapons were delivered. In 1961, Khrushchev took JFK’s measure and believed that the young man could be pushed around. Soon afterward, the Berlin Wall was constructed.

Was the world on the brink? Le May and other hawks advocated an air war on the Cuban mainland. The administration settled for a naval blockade. The Soviet flotilla kept streaming towards the Caribbean. Was this really the end? Writes RFK:

I think these few minutes were a time of grave concern for the President. Was the world on the brink of a holocaust?...His hand went up to his face and covered his mouth. He opened and closed his mouth. He opened and closed his fist. His face seemed drawn, his eyes pained, almost gray. We stared at each other across the table. For a few fleeting seconds, it was almost as though no one was there and he was no longer the President.

The voices droned on, but I didn’t seem to hear anything until I heard the President say: “Isn’t there any way we can avoid having our first exchange with a Russian submarine---almost anything but that?”

“No, there’s too much danger to our ships. There is no alternative,” said [Secretary of Defense Robert] McNamara. “Our commanders have been instructed to avoid hostilities if at all possible. But this is what we must prepared for, this is what we must expect.”

News soon came a few Russian ships had stopped in the water. It was only temporary. More warships were headed across the Atlantic. President Kennedy allowed a Bulgarian freighter to make its way to Cuba. The man did not want to

fire first. Meanwhile, Adlai Stevenson, the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, had come up with a compromise: The U.S. would remove its nuclear warheads from Turkey in exchange for the Soviet withdrawal from Cuba. The Kremlin also took charge. Was Khrushchev being pushed aside for being too soft? In addition to missile removal from Turkey, the United States had to promise Moscow that it would never invade Cuba. This was at a time that the U.S. was significantly stronger militarily than the U.S.S.R.

It worked. Kennedy, on the surface, remained firm. The U.S. would meet Moscow’s demands. First, however, those missiles would have to leave Cuba. That happened as well. Meanwhile, the younger Kennedy attended a horse show with his daughters. The New Frontiersmen had done all they could.

I returned to the White House. The President was not optimistic, nor was I. He ordered 24 troop-carrier squadrons of the Air Force Reserve to active duty…He had not abandoned hope, but what hope there was now rested with Khrushchev’s revising his course within the next few hours. It was a hope, not an expectation. The expectation was a military confrontation by Tuesday and possibly tomorrow…

On Saturday morning, Oct. 20, it ended. Moscow agreed to dismantle the missile sites. Kennedy’s approval ratings shot into the mid-70s. The man confided to an aide that if the American public had known the details of the negotiations, they might be outraged. After the Bay of Pigs defeat, Kennedy traveled to Miami to give a big speech in the Orange Bowl, where he promised Cuban refugees that the Bay of Pigs flag would “fly over a free Cuba.” That promise was chucked out the window.

By now, you know where this is headed. Sixty years later, the Cold War has been replaced by a hot one. The United States and Russia are at war with each other over the latter’s invasion of Ukraine. It is a proxy war on the Americans’ behalf, but a war to the death nonetheless. Castro was

paranoid about an American invasion.

In early 2022, when Ukraine made noises about joining the NATO alliance, Vladimir Putin had his own bout. There was no chance that NATO would extend membership to that eastern European nation. Just the idea sent Putin into military action.

The Russo-Ukrainian War has stalled. The Biden Administration, it appears, sees Moscow’s failings as an opportunity to finish off Putin’s regime once and for all. NATO has joined its American masters in a total victory mode. Putin, we are being told, cannot lose, either. A fight to the death over Ukraine? Sixty years ago, both sides were willing to give a little.

The expectation was a military confrontation by Tuesday and possibly tomorrow…

– Robert F Kennedy

East Williston Man Charged With Attacking Police During Capitol Riot

Islip, Long Island, O’Kelly was released on $100,000 bond.

JANET BURNS

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An East Williston man was recently charged with multiple crimes in rela tion to his actions at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.

John O’Kelly, an attorney who previously served as a board member at the East Williston School District, was charged with multiple felonies and misdemeanors for his actions on Jan. 6, which allegedly include trying to take a police officer’s baton and shoving a barricade into a line of police. The case is being prosecuted by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia and the Department of Justice National Security Division’s Counterterrorism Section.

O’Kelly, 66, also previously served as an attorney for a group known as the Lawyer’s Committee for 9/11 inquiry, which believes that the 2001 fall of New York City’s World Trade Center was brought on by pre-planted explosives.

Federal Bureau of Investigation court documents obtained by NBC News suggest that O’Kelly was identified by the FBI using a variety of methods; following the violent U.S. Capitol riot, the FBI released images for public review of persons of interest from the incident, which online anti-seditionists soon disseminated.

According to an unnamed FBI agent who submitted testimony, “[The] Twitter account @SeditionHunters, which is one of a series of civilian Twitter accounts that crowdsource and share information to help identify FBI BOLOs [or ‘Be On the Look-Outs’] from the Capitol riot, began using the hashtag #midwhitecrisis to organize the information related to BOLO #294.” O’Kelly was also reportedly visible in at least one professional photographer’s images of that day, including a near-panaromic shot of the chaos available on Getty Images.

Later on, the FBI was able to confirm O’Kelly’s identity after speaking to a longtime family friend of his, allegedly.

In October, news outlets revealed that O’Kelly has been charged with six felonies, including civil disorder and assaulting, resisting, or impeding police officers, as well as “...the standard Jan. 6 misdemeanors for engaging in physical violence, disorderly conduct, and entering and remaining in a restricted building or grounds,” according to LawAndCrime.com.

After his arrest earlier this year, and following a virtual arraignment in Central

According to a press release by the U.S. Department of Justice: “[On] the afternoon of Jan. 6, 2021, O’Kelly illegally made his way to the West front of the Capitol grounds where rioters were fighting with law enforcement officers attempting to maintain a police barrier. At approximately 2:28 p.m., O’Kelly emerged from the crowd and grabbed at the baton of an officer, attempting to take the weapon from the officer. The officer fought back and was able to keep the baton in his possession. O’Kelly then took a step back and pushed a metal bike rack being used to secure the perimeter into the line of officers.”

According to the Justice Department, more than 880 people in “nearly all 50 states” have been arrested for crimes relating to the Jan. 6 riot, including “...over 270 individuals charged with assaulting or impeding law enforcement.”

Northwell’s Zenobia Brown Named To Modern Healthcare’s Top Diversity Leaders List

Dr. Zenobia Brown, associate chief medical officer, senior vice president, and executive director of Northwell Health Solutions, has been recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of 2022’s Top Diversity Leaders. The Top Diversity Leaders in Healthcare recognition program honors the top diverse health care executives and organizations influencing policy, care delivery and public health while promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in their organizations and the healthcare industry.

Dr. Brown oversees Northwell Health Solutions’ clinical programs, where she designs, implements and manages pop ulation health-based care management programs. She also collaborates with site, clinical and managed care leaders to develop Northwell’s value-based clinical strategy.

During her tenure at Northwell since 2014, she has established episodic care models across multiple populations and clinical conditions including high risk post-partum mothers, orthopedics, stroke, COPD and cardiothoracic surgery patients. She oversaw Northwell’s Health Home Program, Northwell’s House Calls Program for frail elderly seniors and col laborated on the system’s effort to reduce Medicare readmissions.

“Dr. Brown is leading Northwell’s transformation of health care delivery

which integrates the tenets of diversity and health equity,” said Dr. Jennifer Mieres, senior vice president of Center for Equity of Care and chief diversity and in clusion officer. “As a leader in population health, Dr. Brown has worked tirelessly to address health disparities and improve the health for all vulnerable people. With her relentless drive, determination and empathy, she has helped to establish innovative health care delivery models which provide easily accessible pathways to health care for all.”

Dr. Brown is a board-certified physician in family medicine, hospice and palliative care. Dr. Brown also maintains a clinical

practice within Northwell’s House Calls program. Prior to Northwell, Dr. Brown worked for underserved communities with Florida’s Department of Health, as well as not-for-profit hospice and palliative care agencies.

“I am honored by this recognition and so grateful to work for an organization like Northwell Health that values and priori tizes diversity, equity and inclusion,” Dr. Brown said. “Nothing is more important to improving our health care systems than ensuring that all providers, caregivers and patients have opportunities to achieve total wellness and feel included.”

In May, Northwell was rated the No. 1 health system for diversity in the United States for the third consecutive year, ac cording to the latest DiversityInc ranking of Top Hospitals and Health Systems. New York State’s largest health system is known for its commitment to integrating diversity, inclusion and health equity into its health care delivery strategy, with a focus on enhancing the health/wellness needs of the underserved communities and diverse patients it serves.

The profiles of all the honorees and organizations recognized are featured in the Oct. 17 issue of Modern Healthcare magazine. Modern Healthcare is an inde pendent American publisher of national and regional healthcare news.

—Submitted by Northwell Health

Northwell Health’s Dr. Zenobia Brown named by Modern Healthcare as a Top Diversity Leader. (Photo courtesy of Northwell Photo)

A photo presented as evidence by the FBI allegedly shows John O’Kelly at the Capitol Riot on January 6, 2021.

COLUMNS Absentee Voting Seems EZ

Due to my physical limitations since getting spinal surgery in June, I decided to take advantage of New York State’s Absentee Ballot program for the 2022 election cycle.

Although I am acutely aware of the 2020 Presidential Election absentee ballot debacle (real or imagined), I felt confident enough that the Elections Board (at least here in Nassau County) must have worked out all the kinks by now, right? After all the nonsense about ghost ballots, stuffing the ballot box and mailing ballots to voters who did not request them, I thought I would try it.

Don’t get me wrong; I am not entirely disabled. Just a few months post-surgery, I can walk short distances and stand for short periods. I don’t know what I will encounter during the early voting or Election Day. Once I get inside, I might need a chair to sit down or something to lean on. It’s a critical midterm election, and I want to ensure my voice is heard.

I Googled how to obtain a New York State Absentee Ballot and went to the Nassau County website (https://www.nassau countyny.gov/567/AbsenteeBallot-Application). There are three different ways to get a ballot, depending on your level of computer competence.

To request a ballot online, you enter personal information through the ominous-sounding “Nassau County Absentee Ballot Portal.” Here you will enter the county you live in, your name and your date of birth. Once verified as a registered voter, complete the request form, identifying where and how you want the ballot delivered (your address, a different address,

or pickup at the board of elec tions office) and the reason for requesting an absentee ballot (be aware, there is no selection for “I don’t want to go out of my house anymore”).

Absentee ballot requests can also be printed, filled out by hand, and mailed to the Nassau County Board of Elections. One caveat, the Board of Elections MUST receive your request 15 days before Election Day (Nov. 8).

The last option is to mail them an old-fashioned letter with all your pertinent information: Name, date of birth, address and so on.

As a healthcare IT professional, I chose the portal to request the absentee ballot. An oversized envelope arrived from the Nassau County Board of Elections within a few days.

It contained a complete ballot, a “ballot” envelope and a “return” envelope. Once you have completed your ballot (coloring in the dots), place it in the “Ballot” envelope, which you will sign, date and seal. The board of elections will verify your signature to the one on file.

I don’t think I’ve ever seen the signature they might have on file for me. I only remember signing that card once—when I was 18.

Place the “ballot” envelope inside the prepaid “return” envelope and ensure the barcode peaks through the little window.

Once completed, drop the package off at any Election site during early voting until election day. If you trust the postal service (and who doesn’t?), it must be postmarked by Election Day and arrive no later than seven days after the polls close.

Can it be any easier than that? No waiting in a line, no anxiety over placing your ballot in that scanning machine, only to be told you put it in the shredder instead. No worrying about running into your nosy neighbor who always asks, “Who did you vote for?”

It reminds me of when NY State came up with EZ Pass. At first, I didn’t trust it. I thought I would be overcharged or get stopped at the toll booth and forced to lie on the ground with a

gun pointed at my head because my EZ Pass account was sus pended. Now I love the EZ Pass system and never travel without it. There is no greater joy than rolling up to a toll booth with EZ Pass and seeing that green light come on, saying, “Thank You!”

Here’s hoping the board of elections continues to make future voting as “EZ” as possible

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COLUMNS

LIRR $2.6 Billion Main Line Third Track Hits And Misses

There is more to the announcement at the Westbury LIRR Station by Governor Kathy Hochul, MTA Chairman Janno Lieber and LIRR President Catherine Renaldi that the $2.6 billion Main Line Third Track has been completed. It is true that this will bring a number of benefits. Safety for residents and commuters will improve with the elimination of eight major street level grade crossings. When trains suffer from mechanical difficulties, there will be new options to maintain service and minimize disruptions. Rush hour capacity will increase, providing additional services including reverse peak commuting.

However, they also said that there was still outstanding work remaining. At the Westbury Station, this includes renovation of the station building, both pedestrian overpasses, some elevators and the south parking lot. There is remaining work at both other stations and landscaping that will take until April 2023. There is also completion of contract punch list items (to insure the contractors built the asset to meet design and engineering contract specifications), receipt of all asset maintenance manuals, payments for outstanding bills, and release of contract retainage to contractors. Only then, is the project really complete

In 2005, the project was following the federal National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) with the intention of applying to the Federal Transit Administration for construction funding. In response to both community and political opposition from local elected officials, the project was canceled by that generation’s MTA & LIRR Management team.

In 2016. the Third Track Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to support the project was in compliance with the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQUA). Without compliance with NEPA, the MTA forfeited the opportunity to access FTA or Federal Highway Administration funding.

In January 2018, the MTA and LIRR awarded a $1.8 billion contract to the joint venture 3rd Track Constructors. An additional contract, for $99.9 million, was awarded to an Arup-Jacobs joint venture to assist the LIRR in project management. Funding primarily to pay for this came from a $3 billion MTA 2015-19 Five-Year Capital Program Amendment. This action increased the MTA agency budget from $29 to $32 billion. They are paid for by adding $1.6 billion in longterm MTA debt. Hochul, Lieber & Renaldi claim that the project is $100 million under budget. This savings doesn’t include millions in annual debt service payments to cover the cost of borrowing for project financing. If the $100 million in savings are real, do they remain with the LIRR to pay for other capital improvement projects? Since the 1990s, estimates for

construction grew from $600 million to $1.5 billion in 2016, $2 billion in 2017 and $2.6 billion in 2018. To pay for the project, $1.95 billion came from the MTA $32 billion 201519 Five Year Capital Plan. Another $600 million comes from the $51 billion 2020-24 Five-Year Capital Plan.

Amtrak is spending millions on planning initiatives to support future plans of a new $105 billion High Speed Corridor Service between Washington and Boston. It would traverse Long Island via the Main Line Third Track with promised speeds up to 200 miles per hour. I don’t believe that construction of the Main Line Third Track was designed to accommodate speeds of up to 200 miles per hour.

In our new COVID-19 world, the MTA needs to re-evaluate previous anticipated future ridership growth projections for LIRR investments such as Main Line Third Track. How many years will it take before returning to pre COVID-19 ridership numbers? Only 70 percent of pre COVID-19 ridership has returned to date. The MTA’s own independent consultant predicted that a return to 100 percent pre-COVID-19 ridership may not occur until 2030. Many continue to work from home part or full time rather than ride the LIRR. What is the basis under our new post COVID-19 world to justify the promised new ridership especially reverse commuters? Did the MTA & LIRR ever update their ridership modeling to validate promised increased ridership? More people will continue telecommuting from home part or full time. There will be fewer face to face meetings and conferences, with increased usage of Zoom and other teleconference technologies. Manhattan-based corporations continue downsizing existing office space. Others are relocating employees to suburban offices closer to home. Was investing $2.6 billion for Main Line Third Track worth it? The verdict is still out. Time will tell over the coming years if commuters and taxpayers will see all of the benefits promised by elected officials, MTA and LIRR presidents.

Larry Penner is a transportation advocate, historian and writer.

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Safavieh Warehouse Sale To Be Held In Port Washington

It has been two years since the last Safavieh Warehouse sale in Port Washington and Safavieh has amassed more than $20 million in merchandise in its 100,000-square foot Long Island warehouse. There is a huge assortment of overstocked and brand-new North Carolina sample furniture, outdoor furniture, Safavieh world-famous, hand-made Persian, Oriental and modern beautiful rugs, accessories plus much more. Every item is available immediately.

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The warehouse sale is for two weekends only at 2 Channel Dr. in Port Washington, exit 36 off the LIE, right off Shore Road. The huge Safavieh Warehouse sale runs Thursday, Nov. 3, through Sunday, Nov. 6 and Thursday, Nov. 10, through Sunday, Nov. 13 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Don’t forget about Safavieh’s floor sample sale happening right now in every store through Nov. 13.

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Wreaths Across America Radio Announces Partnerships With Veteran Radio Programs

Wreaths Across America Radio is a full-time internet radio station that broadcasts a variety of music, news, and stories regarding American veterans, their families, and the ongoing community work of Wreaths Across America and its local volunteers. Wreaths Across America Radio announces it is entering into a content-sharing agreement with several exciting new program partners.

You can listen to Wreaths Across America Radio’s 24/7 internet stream anytime and anywhere on the iHeart Radio app, Audacy app, TuneIn app, or at www.wreathsacrossa merica.org/radio.

The new programming will begin airing on Wreaths Across America Radio this week. Following are details about each program and when it will air on the station.

“Got Your Six” hosted by Tony Nash, brings together current service members and veter an high-performers to share their methods, strategies, and ideas delivered in an informa tive way and, most importantly, actionable ways that will help you lead yourself and those around you better from the battlefield to the boardroom. This program can be heard Wednesdays at 6 p.m. and Saturdays at 6 a m. and 6 p.m. (ET).

The American Hero Show is hosted by retired U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills (82nd Airborne), founder and president of the board of The Travis Mills Foundation. Mills is one of only five quadruple amputees from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan to sur vive his injuries. Today, he is a motivational speaker, best-selling author, and advocate for veterans and amputees. This show teaches listeners how to deal with challenges, drive motivation, and inspire people to improve their daily military, business, family, and

athletic lives. The American Hero Show can be heard Mondays at 7 p.m. and Saturdays 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. (ET).

The Travis Mills Foundation is also a Sponsorship Group for WAA, raising wreath sponsorships to be placed at Togus National Cemetery and Arlington National Cemetery. The foundation earns $5 back for their mission with each $15 wreath sponsored through their group. To learn more, or sponsor a wreath to support their efforts, visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/TMF.

Veterans Corner Radio is hosted by U.S. Airforce veteran William Hodges. It focuses on what those who have served in the military and their families need to know to maximize the services and benefits due to them. Whether you are currently serving, or got out 50 years ago, ‘Veterans Corner’ will give you answers to questions you didn’t even know you should be asking. This program will air at 11 a.m. on Wednesdays, Thursdays at 8 p.m., Saturdays at 9 p.m., and Sundays at 10 a.m. (ET).

The Veterans Voice Project launched in

2018 as a community outreach program for Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center with the support of USAA as its presenting sponsor. Host, retired Navy reservist, Mike Lewis, works to inspire military, veterans, their families, and prospective partners, to come through Mt. Carmel’s doors through stories he tells and by highlighting the resources available to solve problems of food, housing, economic, health, wellness, employment insecurity and more. This program will air at 10 a.m. on Thursdays, 8 a.m. on Saturdays, and 6 p.m. on Sundays (ET).

The Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center is also a Sponsorship Group for WAA, raising wreath sponsorships to be placed at Pikes Peak National Cemetery. The Center earns $5 back for their mission with each $15 wreath sponsored through their group. To learn more, or sponsor a wreath to support their efforts, visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/ CO0243p.

Veterans Voice Radio is hosted by Gregg Brasso, Craig Wolfe, and Chuck Delaney. The program and its hosts have built a reputation for finding a way to help veterans in every aspect of life, post service. The Veterans Voice focuses on women veterans’ issues, VA HealthCare benefits, Parkinson’s Disease, edu cation, careers, housing, and suicide preven tion. This program can be heard Thursdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 6 a.m. (ET).

Veterans Voice Radio is also a Sponsorship Group for WAA, raising wreath sponsorships to be placed at Massachusetts National Cemetery at Bourne. They earn $5 back for their mission with each $15 wreath sponsored through their group. To learn more, or sponsor a wreath to support their efforts, visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/ MA0162p.

Sword and Pen is produced by Military Veterans in Journalism, a professional nonprofit that builds a community for veterans supporting their career growth and advocates for diversifying newsrooms through hiring and promoting more veterans. The show is hosted by Lori King and Drew Lawrence and can be heard Mondays at 10 a.m., Saturdays at 8 p.m., and again Sundays at 7 p.m. (ET).

“We are excited to complement our programming with even more veteran-centric content. As a ‘Voice for America’s Veterans’, the addition of this new programming provides a broader se lection of content designed to inform and provide resources for our veterans,” Jeff Pierce, director of broadcast and media partnerships for Wreaths Across America said. “As Wreaths Across America Radio continues to support and further the mis sion of Wreaths Across America, we are always looking for more content like this that will continue to help veterans-related organizations with their mission.”

This year, National Wreaths Across America Day will be on Saturday, Dec. 17. To find a location near you to volunteer or to sponsor a wreath for placement, visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org.

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Long Island Run For The Warriors Returns

Online registration is now open for the Long Island Hope For The Warriors 5K Run/ Walk taking place Sunday, Nov. 6, at Belmont Lake State Park in Babylon. Returning to in-person for the first time in two years, the Long Island Hope For The Warriors 5K will be the final event in the 2022 Suffolk County Veteran Run Series.

The event is open for all levels of runners, walkers and adaptive cyclists with a pre-registration fee of $30 which includes a t-shirt ($35 on race day). Rain or shine, opening ceremonies start at 9:30 a.m. with the race beginning at 10 a.m.

There is still a virtual option being offered from Nov. 6 to 13 for $35, which also includes a T-shirt (to be mailed after the event).

Proceeds benefit Hope For The Warriors, a national nonprofit dedicated to assisting veterans, service members and military families with a variety of programming includ ing clinical health and wellness, sports and recreation, and transition services.

Run For The Warriors is a race series open to civilians and military members that honors the men and women injured in service to our country after 9/11, their families and families of the fallen. The series also provides wounded service members encour agement and the opportunity to pursue the sport of running, walking or cycling to assist in physical and emotional rehabilitation.

Participants can register for the in-person or virtual races at hopeforthewarriors.org.

—Hope For The Warriors

Participants in the 2014 Run For The Warriors on Long Island.

Museum Seeks Sherman Tank Veterans, Families

On the 80th anniversary of the iconic Sherman tank that spearheaded America’s liberation of Europe during World War II, the Museum of American Armor is seeking to honor those veterans who crewed these legendary vehicles along with their families.

The Armor Museum has put out an “All Points Bulletin” for Sherman tank families to join the Armor Museum in observing the milestone anniversary on Thursday, Nov. 10, at noon, on the eve of Veterans Day 2022.

“Sadly, we recognize that many of the Sherman tank crews are gone but their legacy is lasting,” Kevin Carroll, the Armor Museum’s community affairs director said. “The invitation is out to all surviving Sherman tankers but we are also asking the families of Sherman veterans to join us in ceremonies that mark the 80th anniversary of when this iconic tank was introduced into combat.”

In recognition of its considerable impor tance, the Armor Museum’s acquisition of a Sherman tank was one of the first actions undertaken by the museum’s founder and president Lawrence Kadish when he under took the creation of the museum.

“The Armor Museum continues to offer a powerful presentation that keeps alive the legacy of our nation’s military and the gift of freedom they have given all of us,” Kadish said. “The Sherman tank is an important

part of that story and so we are asking tanker veterans or their survivors to come forward and help us preserve their legacy.”

Some 50,000 Sherman tanks were built by nearly a dozen different manufacturers during World War II, making them available to the Allies as well as American forces fighting in Europe and the Pacific. While not as well armed as its German opponents, the Sherman proved to be reliable, relatively fast, and produced in great numbers. As combat evolved during the conflict, America tankers changes their tactics to confront and defeat the enemy’s superior armor.

“You can’t effectively tell the story of American courage during World War II without this particular tank on operational display,” Kadish said.

Sherman veterans or their families are invited to reach out to the museum through its website, www.museumofamericanarmor. com to confirm their attendance.

—Museum of American Armor

Shootout For Soldiers Benefits Military

The Town of Oyster Bay recently honored Harry Jacobs and Tom Compelettano, of “Shootout for Soldiers,” the annual 24-hour lacrosse benefit game that raises charitable funds to support the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces.

“This incredibly popular and successful charitable event has come to fruition year after year in the Town of Oyster Bay because of the hard work and dedication of these two gentlemen,” said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “‘Shootout for Soldiers’ is an admirable organization that benefits our veterans and active duty service members through one of the most beloved sports on all of Long Island.”

This year’s event, recently held at John J. Burns Park, raised more than $200,000 for organizations such as the Army Ranger Lead the Way Fund, the Long Island Air Force Association, and the Joseph J. Theinert Memorial Fund.

Visit www.shootoutforsoldiers.com for more information.

—Town of Oyster Bay

Shootout for Soldiers raised more than $200,000 for local veterans.

Veterans Day 2022 Free Meals, Discounts And Offers

7-ELEVEN

Get a free coffee or Big Gulp on Veterans Day. Download the 7-Eleven app and sign in or register.

ANTHONY’S COAL FIRED PIZZA

Veterans and active-duty military receive a free 12-inch cheese pizza on Veterans Day.

APPLEBEE’S

Veterans and active-duty military can select a free meal from a limited menu on Veterans Day. Proof of service required.

B & B’S FOR VETS

B&Bs for Vets are offering one free room night on Nov. 10 and 11. Preference will be given to “first timer” Veterans and active-duty personnel; those who have not participated in the program in the past will be given preference. Visit www.bandbsforvets.org for details.

BED BATH & BEYOND

For active-duty U.S. military, Vets and Spouses, Bed Bath and Beyond is offering 25 percent off any in-store purchase on Nov.

11. Call or visit your nearest location for details.

BJ’S RESTAURANT

On Veterans Day, all service members can enjoy a complimentary entrée up to $14.95, plus a free Dr. Pepper by presenting a military ID or proof of service.

BUFFALO WILD WINGS

All day on Veterans Day, Veterans and active-duty military who dine in or call for takeout at their local B-Dubs can receive a free order of boneless wings and a side of fries. At participating U.S. locations only.

CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN

Veterans and active-duty military with a

valid ID can grab a free meal and non-al coholic drink from a pre-selected menu at California Pizza Kitchenfor dine-in or takeout. California Pizza Kitchen will be donating 20 percent of all sales from Nov. 8 to Nov. 10 to Disabled American Veterans.

CHARLEY’S PHILLY STEAKS

Offering a small or regular-size cheesesteak on Veterans Day.

CHICK-FIL-A

Some participating Chick-fil-A locations may offer specials or discounts. Check your local Chick-fil-A to confirm.

CHILI’S GRILL & BAR

All Veterans and active-duty military personnel can choose a complimentary meal from a select menu on Veterans Day.

DENNY’S

On Nov. 11,Denny’swill be offering any Veterans or active-duty military with a valid ID a free Build Your Own Grand Slam breakfast from 5 a.m. until noon.

DUCK DONUTS

All Veterans and active-duty service members with IDs can get a free doughnut on Veterans Day at participating Duck Donuts locations.

DUNKIN’ DONUTS

On Veterans Day, Veterans and active-duty military can enjoy a free donut at Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants nationwide, no purchase necessary.

FAMOUS DAVE’S

On Veterans Day, all former and current military personnel will receive a free Georgia-chopped pork sandwich plus a side. Dine-in or to go.

FOGO DE CHÃO

Veterans receive 50 percent off, and their guests (up to three) receive 10 percent off on Veterans Day.

FRIENDLY’S

Friendly’s is treating Veterans and active military, with a valid military ID or honorable discharge card, to a free all-American meal for lunch or dinner, which consists

Veterans Day is Friday, Nov. 11. Here are some courtesy discounts, meals or other ways businesses and organizations want to give back to Veterans. Verify with the organization offering.

of the all-American burger, served with a side of fries and a drink on Veterans Day.

HOOTERS

On Friday, Nov. 11, all veterans who present a military ID or proof of service and purchase a beverage at any participating Hooters location nationwide, will receive a free entrée from a special Hooters Veterans Day Menu (available for dine-in only).

HOULIHAN’S

Receive a free entrée from a select menu on Veterans Day with proof of Veteran status or active service in the military.

HURRICANE GRILL & WINGS

All Veterans and active-duty military receive a complimentary entrée on Veterans Day at participating locations.

IHOP

Veterans and active-duty military can get free Red, White and Blueberry pancakes at any IHOP on Nov. 11. This offer is only valid if you dine in with proof of service.

IKEA

Enjoy a free meal at Ikea on Veterans Day. Military ID required.

LITTLE CAESARS

On Veterans Day, Veterans and active-duty military can get a free Lunch Combo from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Little Caesars. Only selectLittle Caesarsare participating, so make sure you call ahead to your local one before you head over.

MELTING POT

Veterans eat for free on Veterans Day at select Melting Pot locations with the purchase of regular-priced four-course meals. Veterans must show military IDs.

MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE

All current and former military members enjoy 20 percent off on Veterans Day. Valid for parties up to four. Must show valid ID.

NATIONAL PARKS

All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to all visitors on Veterans Day.

OLIVE GARDEN

This Veterans Day, Olive Garden is offering Veterans and active-duty service members a free entree from a special menu. All entrees include Olive Garden’s famous breadsticks and choice of soup or salad.

ON THE BORDER

This Veterans Day, Veterans and active-duty military will receive a free pick-two combo meal.

OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE

This Veterans Day, all military Veterans and active service members can enjoy a free bloomin’ onion and Coca-Cola.

SMASHBURGER

Veterans and active-duty military get a free double classic smash on Veterans Day.

SMOKEY BONES

Free desserts on Veterans Day, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. for active-duty members and Veterans.

SMOOTHIE KING

Free 20-ounce smoothie with a military ID on Veterans Day.

STARBUCKS

On Veterans Day, active-duty service members, Reservists, Veterans and military spouses are invited to enjoy a free tall (12-ounce) hot brewed coffee.

TARGET

Target is offering all U.S. active-duty military personnel, Veterans and their families a 10 percent discount off the guest’s full basket. To receive the offer, guests must first demonstrate eligibility by registering at www.target.com/circle/ military. After eligibility has been verified, an exclusive, one-time use Target Circle offer will be available for the guest to use in-store or online.

TCBY

First six ounces are free for Veterans and active military on Veterans Day.

TEXAS DE BRAZIL

Veterans receive 25 percent off dinner from Nov. 9 to 12.

TEXAS ROADHOUSE

On Nov. 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Veterans can drive into the parking lot of their closestTexas Roadhouseand pick up a meal voucher with a valid military ID or proof of service.

UNO’S PIZZERIA & GRILL

On Veterans Day, all past and present military members get a free entrée or individual pizza with the purchase of a second of equal or greater value.

WALGREENS

Military, Veterans and their families receive 20 percent off eligible, regu lar-price purchases in-store when using myWalgreens membership.

WENDY’S

Wendy’s is offering a free small break fast combo with a valid military ID on Veterans Day. No purchase is necessary.

WHITE CASTLE

White Castle is offering several free meal options for Veterans Day for those with a military or Veterans ID, including a Free Breakfast Combo or Castle Combos.

—Compiled by Christy Hinko

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This spacious Colonial in the heart of Munsey Park at 321 Ryder Rd. in Manhasset sold on Sept. 27 for $1,740,000. It is on a beautiful tree-lined street. It has an expansive flat yard with a bluestone patio. The attached two-car garage has a wide driveway. The home has a formal living room and a formal dining room. The eat-in-kitchen has access to the yard. The family room has a fireplace and also has outdoor yard access. This home is situated on a large corner lot. The master suite has many closets. The home has three additional bedrooms and a total of four bathrooms. The utility and boiler rooms are conveniently located separately in the garage. This home is near amenities, including the railroad station.

HOME & DESIGN Which Life Events Affect Life Insurance?

Life insurance can provide someone’s loved ones with financial security if they pass away, but the amount of coverage and range of benefits that a person requires will depend on what stage of life they’re in and how many people they need to protect.

Here are five life events that are good times to re-evaluate coverage.

Marriage

While it might not be the first thing on their minds, newlyweds will want to make sure their new spouse is protected if something happens. This may be as simple as adding a spouse as a beneficiary to an existing policy.

Spouses may also consider a new life insurance policy to protect their income. The two people in a committed relationship will likely rely on each other for financial support, and if something were to happen, it could mean an immediate loss of income.

Buying a Home

Finding that perfect place to settle down and start a family is another big milestone. For most homebuyers, this is one of the biggest purchases they will make in their lifetime, and the majority of home purchases come with a mortgage.

If one member of a couple were to pass away while they were paying back their mortgage, the family could face serious financial strain and may lose their home. Homebuyers should re-evaluate their life insurance to make sure that, in addition to covering lost

income, the mortgage could be fully paid off with the death benefit.

Having Children

A baby brings both joy and new responsibilities. They need food, diapers, and tons of supplies. On top of this, parents need to think about other long-term expenses like college.

To ensure financial security for a new child, parents often need to either re-evaluate their life insurance policy or get their first life insurance policy. Ensuring that a child would be financially secure even if something were to happen is a key reason many people get their first life insurance policy.

Higher Income

Most working professionals won’t stay at one income level or job throughout their career. There are annual raises, bonuses, promotions, and lucrative career changes.

A new job or big raise is a great time to reevaluate life insurance coverage. What someone earned 10 years ago may be much less than what they’re making today, and if insurance coverage is left unchanged, it could lead to an insufficient death benefit.

Retirement

If retirees have a permanent life insurance policy, the cash value component can be useful in retirement, as it can be as a stable source of funding that may help them weather market downturns and manage taxes.

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Homes shown here represent closed sales, sold by a variety of agencies and are selected for their interest to readers by the Anton Media Group editor. Except where noted, data and photos are provided courtesy of Multiple Listing Service of Long Island, Inc. and Zillow.

Three Fave Lone Bellow Inspirations

BY DAVE GIL DE RUBIO dgilderubio@antonmediagroup.com

Love Songs for Losers may be a rather cynical title for The Lone Bellow’s newest outing, but the band’s fifth full-length album instead represents a host of new possibilities for the Tennessee outfit by way of Brooklyn. Having worked with The National’s Aaron Dressner and storied Grammy Award-winner Dave Cobb as producers, The Lone Bellow’s creative core— Zach Williams, Kanene Donehey Pipkin and Brian Elmquist—instead took the helm. Adding to the intrigue of Elmquist and Jacob Sooter taking on production duties as part of this creative pivot was the band’s decision to spend eight weeks recording at Roy Orbison’s house at Old Hickory Lake just outside of Nashville. What started out as Elmquist rhetorically asking, “Wouldn’t it be nice to write a whole album of love songs?” following the completion of 2020’s Half Moon Light turned into a bonding experience Williams felt made the already-close outfit even tighter as friends.

“I’m so thankful that we took a chance and did it ourselves this time,” Williams said. “Brian was definitely behind the wheel in production. He had the vision of the vibe and instrumentation. Kanene worked on the vocals a lot more than she’s ever been able to and had a lot of fun with that. Just using our actual bassist [Jason Pipkin] and drummer [Julian Dorio]—it was just really inspiring and a great time.”

Elmquist was equally effusive about the experience.

“We just had band camp at Roy Orbison’s house, which is a crazy thing to say out loud,” he said. “I

The Lone Bellow from left: Kanene Donehey Pipkin, Zach Williams and Brian Elmquist (Photo by Eric Ryan Anderson)

was so proud of how everybody came and really gave every-thing they had. It was a special thing to be a part of. We’re 10 years into this. It’s like trying to create space to be inspired and have fun. You’ve got to find ways to work with your friends. I was really just happy that we’re still finding ways to be inspired as a group.”

Because the music industry love labels, you’ll find The Lone Bellow filed under Americana thanks to a sound that draws from country, blues, rock and roll, gospel and folk. But for Williams, his group defies categorization (“We’re totally genre-less because we love reinventing what we do”) while Elmquist is less concerned about what to call what his band does and more about “...trying to tell a common person’s story and lend them our pen.” To that end, the Georgia natives are more than happy to share which artists and bands serve as an inspiration for what they do in The Lone Bellow.

My Morning Jacket (1998 to the present)

Zach Williams: “For me, My Morning Jacket was a huge influence, especially when they did the Monsters of Folk project. There was something really cool about seeing all those dudes collaborate and do that. It was a big thing for me. I love Jim James’ stage presence and his sense of hospitality in the room. He just has a very tender spirit and you can sense it coming off the stage. That’s a really hard thing to project decades in.”

Willie Nelson (April 29, 1933 to the present)

Brian Elmquist : “Willie creates [songs using] the common man’s language. That’s basically what I like to listen to. It doesn’t matter if it’s rock, rap or country. People that don’t have much and they sing about it. That’s where music comes from anyway. All the music from the South is from poor people’s front porches basically.”

George Strait (May 18, 1952 to the present)

Brian Elmquist: “I think he was one of the last practitioners of the big Nashville sound like before Garth Brooks. The chord progressions—he’s written very quirky country songs and it’s really interesting. If you go back and listen to him now, you realize that he took a lot of chances even though it’s in that format.”

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Willie Nelson (Photo by Larry Philpot/CC BY 2.0)

My Morning Jacket (Photo courtesy of Big Hassle)

George Strait (Photo by Craig O’Neal/CC BY 2.0)

WORD FIND

HOROSCOPES

HOROSCOPES By Holiday Mathis

By Holiday Mathis

By Holiday

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Self-knowledge is rarely born of a leisurely exploration of who you are. Instead, it springs from the heat of action, as you get a job done. Your role comes into vivid view. Mundane aspects of your world will seem somehow touched with specialness. You’ll understand exactly who you are and what you need to do.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). ere’s no reason to x, organize or clean a thing you’re about to discard. But consider documenting it so you can remember the time when it was yours. You’ll save time and energy by getting rid of things at the opportune moment. ere’s an art to know when that is, and you’ll master it this week.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You think you know what makes you happy, so it’s very surprising when the typical favors don’t bring about the feeling you’d hoped for. Oddly, good things can ultimately come from being put out and dis pleased. It helps to be open-minded. Don’t worry about heeding expectations and sticking within systems.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Happiness is a streamlined experience. at means letting go of anything that creates what the athletes and race car drivers call “drag.” If it’s sticking out or otherwise creating friction with the wind or water, smooth it down or get rid of it so you can cut through with the least possible amount of resistance.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Maybe from the outside you look like one person doing one thing, but you’re not. You represent many. You operate on behalf of many. You not only contain multitudes; you move for them, too. ere’s nothing you can do that won’t a ect them all. e knowledge will have you considering your choices very carefully.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You don’t really have to develop your uniqueness, which has always been a part of you. What you do have to do is notice it, which takes a bit of discovery and probably the help of a backdrop that allows you to compare, contrast and shine in the way that is special to you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). While shooting for an unlikely outcome, have fun with the process. e more unlikely you are to succeed, the more fun you should have -- why not? While assessing obstacles to the goal, also gure out what’s standing in the way of your fun. e more you can enjoy this, the better your results will be.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Love is the magic ingredient with its own improb able math and chemistry, too. If you apply great amounts of skill, money and talent to a project but do not apply love, you won’t nd as much success as you would had you applied a small amount of skill, money and talent and a great amount of love.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). In most situations, you want people to know the real you instead of your credentials. But this week, it will sometimes be ipped. You’ll have rapport with someone, and getting to know more relevant background information will lead to nding out where your shared interests lie and how you can help one another.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Some may want to help but can’t. Others have the kind of “help” you don’t need. Knowing how di cult it can be to nd just the right kind of assistance, you will treasure your luck in this regard. When this week brings just the quality assistance you need and deserve, you’ll make sure everyone feels valued.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Communication rules are generally speci c to a particular culture and are therefore more di cult to cross than many would imagine. In general, it can take boldness to get to know someone new. Sometimes many attempts are needed before a person feels inclined to let you in. If it’s important to you, be persistent.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You’ll turn the mood way up this week. You’re well aware that the human brain is wired to remember bad experiences more vividly than good ones. Reversing the tendency takes work, and you’re up to it! As you focus on the wins, what makes you feel good and what you’re proud of, you grow in power.

THIS WEEK’S BIRTHDAYS

Your physical shape will mirror your emotional shape. Your best moments are born from connection with friends and loved ones, sometimes in groups but most notably one-on-one with a particular relationship that is very good for your heart. You’ll thrive in a job that uses your talent, though you will also discover what you need to learn to move forward. Invest in your own education, and when the class is complete, you’ll get double your money’s worth in a matter of months.

INTERNATIONAL WORD FIND

The Never Never

Solution: 18 Letters

WORD FIND

This

The Never Never Solution: 18 Letters

Adelaide Agnew Albury Bates Bena Boulia Bowral Caves Dubbo Dunes East Eulo

Flat Four-wheel drive Goanna Gold Gums Haig Hills Lead Leeton Louth Miles End

Adelaide Agnew Albury Bates Bena Boulia Bowral Caves Dubbo Dunes East Eulo

Flat Four-wheel drive Goanna Gold Gums Haig Hills Lead Leeton Louth Miles End

Mitchell Highway Mulga Norseman Ochre Opals Orange Penong Pimba Port Augusta Pub

Mitchell Highway Mulga Norseman Ochre Opals Orange Penong Pimba Port Augusta Pub

Renmark Roma Sand Scone Soil Tara Towers Uluru Waddi West Young

The grand slam force

Renmark Roma Sand Scone Soil Tara Towers Uluru Waddi West Young

Solution:

Many players shun artificial bid

conventions and are content

for Blackwood and Stay

or two other gadgets that might appeal to them. There is much to be said for this natural style of bidding. Readers of this column have probably detected an implicit endorsement of the more natural methods of bidding.

But this philosophy can be carried too far because there are some rela tively simple artificial conventions

that can be profitably adopted without interfering with natural bidding.

One such convention is the grand slam force. This convention addresses itself specifically to the case where a player feels there is an excellent chance for a grand slam, provided there is no loser in the trump suit.

Consider this deal where North would happily bid seven hearts if he knew that his partner’s hearts were headed by at least the K-Q. He elicits this information by leap ing to five notrump, a special bid that commands partner to bid seven if he holds two of the three top trump honors, regardless of the rest of his hand. The five-notrump bid implies that hearts — the last suit named — are trump. South has no choice but to bid seven hearts, which is easily made.

The grand slam force is seldom used, partly because grand slam hands are seldom dealt. But when the occasion arises, the convention can be invoked by either player to determine the solidity of the part nership’s trump holding.

One word of caution should be added. Care must be taken not to confuse this convention with the Blackwood five-notrump bid that asks for kings. The Blackwood fivenotrump bid for kings is always preceded by a four-notrump bid asking for aces.

This is a theme puzzle with the subject stated below. Find the listed words in the grid. (They may run in any direction always in a straight line. Some letters are used more than once.) Ring each

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SCHOOL NEWS

UNIVERSAL PRE-KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION

Early registration for the Great Neck Public Schools Universal Pre-Kindergarten Program (UPK) for the 2023–24 school year will open on Oct. 24 and conclude on Nov. 14. All applications for UPK registration must be submitted online.

The district’s UPK program is offered to all district residents at no cost. In order to be eligible, children must be 4 years old by Dec. 1, 2023. The online registration application and instructions for submitting the necessary documents are available on the district website at www.greatneck.k12. ny.us/registration.

Parents are strongly encouraged to register their child(ren) for UPK during the early registration period from Oct. 24 through Nov. 14. Only applications submitted by Nov. 14 will be considered if a lottery is needed to determine student placement in a morning or afternoon session. Appointments to finalize applications will be scheduled from Nov. 28 through Dec. 12. If a lottery is necessary, it will take place in January 2023.

The UPK program is housed in-district at two sites: Parkville School (10 Campbell St., New Hyde Park) for families residing within the Baker, Lakeville, and Saddle Rock elementary school zones; and Kenne dy School (1A Grassfield Rd., Great Neck)

for families residing within the Kennedy elementary school zone. Morning and afternoon sessions are available. District bus transportation is only provided to and from UPK for either the morning or the afternoon session.

In compliance with the New York State Education Department, some students can attend the district’s UPK collaborative agency, Great Neck Community School, located at 225 Schenck Ave. School district bus transportation is not available to or from the Schenck Ave. location.

The following documents are required for registration: proof of school district residency (in the form of either a deed; current tax bill, or closing statement, if ownership; or current signed lease, or current rent receipts, if rental); three pieces of current, official USPS mail; child’s original birth certificate; parent or guardian valid photo ID; parental control papers (if applicable); and child’s immunization certificate signed and stamped by a physician or an authorized health agency.

For more information about early UPK registration, please contact the Registration Office by phone at 516-441-4080, or by e-mail at residency@greatneck.k12.ny.us.

—Submitted by the Great Neck Public School District

NYSPHSAA SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE

South High School has been honored by the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) as a recipient of the 2021–22 School of Ex cellence award. South High is one of 148 schools across the State to receive this honor, which requires that 75 percent of a school’s varsity teams qualify for the Schol ar-Athlete team award. During the 2021–22 school year, a total of 26 South High teams achieved NYSPHSAA Scholar-Athlete

recognition for maintaining an average team GPA of 90.00 or above. Don Herr, South High athletic director (center), was presented with the School of Excellence plaque during a NYSPHSAA meeting in September. He is joined by Dr. Christopher Gitz, South High principal (right), and Da vid Zawatson, district director of physical education, recreation, and athletics (left). —Submitted by the Great Neck Public School District

From the left; David Zawatson, Don Herr and Dr. Christopher Gitz. (Contributed photo)

SCHOOL NEWS

ADDITIONAL STUDENT SELECTED FOR ALL-STATE GREAT NECK SCHOOLS’ NOVEMBER EVENTS

Friday, Nov. 4

• South High School Music Night, 7:30 p.m., 341 Lakeville Rd. Info: 441-4873

Wednesday, Nov. 16

• Board of Education Public Action Meeting, 7:30 p.m., E.M. Baker School, 69 Baker Hill Rd. Info: 441-4001 or www.greatneck.k12. ny.us/meetings

Thursday, Nov. 17

• North High School presents Les Misérables: School Edition, 7:30 p.m., 35 Polo Rd. Info: 441-4751 or www.greatneck.k12.ny.us/ Page/15417

Friday, Nov. 18

• North High School presents Les Misérables: School Edition, 7:30 p.m., 35 Polo Rd. Info: 441-4751 or www.greatneck.k12.ny.us/ Page/15417

Saturday, Nov. 19

•North High School presents Les Misérables: School Edition, 8 p.m., 35 Polo Rd. Info: 441-4751 or www.greatneck.k12.ny.us/ Page/15417

Tuesday, Nov. 22

•North Middle School presents One Acts, 7 p.m., 77 Polo Rd. Ticket info: 441-4500

Yonathan Eilon, a senior at South High School, originally selected as a New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) AllState Music Conference Alternate, has been placed into the All-State

Mixed Chorus as a bass vocalist.

Yonathan will join Great Neck’s previously announced musicians selected for All-State: Kanheng (Martin) Lin, Nancy Schoen, and Joy Song from South High; and

Samuel Friedmann, Julia Huang, Owen Roubeni, Shuyuan (Julie) Sun, and Maverick Williams from North High.

—Submitted by the Great Neck Public School District

SOUTH HIGH PRESENTS ROGERS & HAMMERSTEIN’S OKLAHOMA!

South High School will present the musical Oklahoma! on Friday, Nov. 18, and Saturday, Nov. 19. Both performances will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Ruel E. Tucker South High auditorium, 341 Lakeville Rd. Set in the American West over 100 years ago, Oklahoma! tells the story of high-spirited farmers, cowboys, and peddlers on the

great frontier. Curly, a handsome cowboy, and Laurey, a winsome farm girl, are at the center of this tale with a “will they” or “won’t they” love story. Enjoy such memorable songs as Oh, What a Beautiful Morning, The Surrey with the Fringe on Top, and Oklahoma!

General admission tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for chil-

dren, students, and senior citizens (65+). Tickets can be purchased at www.showtix4u.com/event-details/67531. For additional information, visit the Theatre South website at www.gntheatresouth. com or call 516-441-4873.

—Submitted by the Great Neck Public School District

—Submitted by Great Neck Public School District South High presents Oklahoma! on Nov. 18 and 19. (Contributed photo)

Town To Host Free Thank You To Our Veterans Celebration

North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer DeSena and the Town Board are proud to host the Thank You To Our Veterans Celebration, sponsored by Bethpage Federal Credit Union, on Friday, Nov. 4 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Clinton G. Martin Park. The event will offer veterans the opportunity to connect with fellow veterans in the local community while enjoying lunch. Musical entertainment will be provided by Bud and Linda.

“The Town of North Hempstead is committed to honoring and supporting our veterans for their selfless service in protection of the freedoms we enjoy each and every day as Americans,” Supervi sor DeSena said. “This annual event is a meaningful way to recognize and thank the extraordinary individuals who have bravely

served our nation and helped shape our communities for the better.”

The event is free, will be held outdoors, and is open to veterans from all branches of the military. All attendees must register in advance for the luncheon by calling 311 or 516-869-6311.

—Submitted by the Town of North Hempstead

OBITUARIES

Christina Shirreffs

Christina Shirreffs, 78, born December 13, 1943 in Great Neck, New York, passed away peacefully on October 4th in San Bernardino, CA. Her husband was Richard Dexter Herndon, deceased. Surviving children, Erick and John Herndon and four grandchildren. Her siblings are Anita, Jimmy and John Shirreffs. Her grandmother

was Dorothy Grant Ford who owned the Port Washington Reporter. She attended Schreiber HS in Port Washington and Exeter HS in New Hampshire. She was a wonderful artist, actress, singer and cook! She could also sew and make beautiful embroidery. She loved poetry. May God let her rest peacefully.

—Submitted by Shirreffs’ Family

LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES

Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on December 5, 2022 at 2:00 PM. Premises known as 5 Shore Drive, Kings Point, New York 11024. Sec 1 Block 45 Lot 51 and 52. All those certain plots, pieces or parcels of land, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Kings Point, Great Neck, Nassau County, New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $3,730,198.51 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 608831/2019.

The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”

Steven Cohn, Esq., Referee 608831_2019 11-23-16-9-2-2022-4T#235633-GN

LEGAL NOTICE

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Kensington Board of Trustees, sitting as the Planning Board, will hold a public hearing on November 16, at 8:00 p.m., at the Village Hall, 2 Nassau Drive, Great Neck, to consider the following application:

KENSINGTON DEVELOPERS GROUP, LLC, owner/applicant, to subdivide

a 22,000 square foot parcel into two lots to construct a single-family dwelling on each lot. The subject property is located at 29 Arleigh Rd and is entirely within the Village of Kensington’s Residence “A” Zoning District. The property is commonly known as 29 Arleigh Rd and is designated as Section 2, Block 221, Lots 6670 on the Nassau County Land and Tax Map.

At the time and place aforesaid, all interested persons will have an opportunity to be heard. Those persons planning to attend any meeting of the Board of Trustees requiring special accommodations because of a disability are requested to notify the Village Clerk no less than 48 hours prior to the meeting.

Date: November 3, 2022 BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF KENSINGTON SUSAN LOPATKIN, Mayor 11-2-2022-1T-#235651-GN

LLEGAL NOTICE

GREAT NECK UNION

FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT BID 2022-23-6 Maintenance, Testing, and Emergency Service for Fire Alarm Systems

DATE OF OPENING: Wednesday, November 9, 11:00 a.m.

To all Bidders: The Great Neck Union Free School District, hereinafter referred to as “the School District” invites bids from qualified vendors for maintenance, testing, and emergency service for fire alarm

systems. Bids must be clearly labeled “BID 2022-23-6 Maintenance, Testing, and Emergency Service for Fire Alarm Systems.”

Bids will be received by the School District, until Wednesday, November 9, at 11:00 a.m. Bids may be submitted Monday through Friday, excluding school holidays, between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., at the security desk in the lobby of the Phipps Administration Building, 345 Lakeville Rd, Great Neck, NY 11020.

Bids submitted after the stated time and date will not be considered and will be returned to the individual or firm unopened.

Bids will be opened and read aloud at Wednesday, November 9, at 11:00 a.m., at the Phipps Administration Building, 345 Lakeville Road, Great Neck, NY 11020. There will be no discussion at the time of bid opening. The names of the bidders shall be available following the bid opening.

The School District reserves the right to make an award as a whole, in part, or reject any or all bids that it considers not to be in its best interest.

Interested vendors may obtain a bid packet from the Purchasing Office of the Great Neck Union Free School District. Call (516) 441-4070 or email jmartin@greatneck. k12.ny.us to request the packet by mail or email.

Please read the entire bid packet carefully before submitting your bid. Incomplete bids may not be considered.

11-2-2022-1T-#235698-GN

GREAT NECK

LLEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of Zim’s Electrical Services LLC, Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York, SSNY on 08/22/22 , Office located in Nassau County, SSNY has been designated for service of process, SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC to 320 Northern Blvd, Ste 15A Great Neck, NY 11021.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose 11-2; 10-26-19-12-5; 9-282022-6T-#235029-GN

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

NASSAU COUNTY

M&T BANK, Plaintiff against HERZEL MEIRI, et al Defendant(s)

Attorney for Plaintiff(s)

Schiller, Knapp, Lefkowitz Hertzel, LLP, 15 Cornell Road, Latham, NY 12110.

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered August 15, 2018, and Amended on August 3, 2022 I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North

Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on November 15, 2022 at 2:00 PM. Premises known as 23 Martin Court N., Great Neck, New York 11024 a/k/a 23 Martin Court N., Kings Point, New York 11024.

Sec 1 Block 151 Lot 4. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Kings Point, Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $3,098,246.21 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 007785/2016.

The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid-19 Policies and the Nassau County Foreclosure Auction Rules and Procedures.

The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing.

David P. Weiss, Esq., Referee 16-10854 11-2; 10-26-19-12-2022-4T#235277-GN

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK TRUST N.A. AS TRUSTEE OF THE CABANA SERIES IV TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. HOOMAN ESMAILZADEH A/K/A HOMAN ESMAILZADEH, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on August 24, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on December 1, 2022 at 4:30 p.m., premises known as 93 Grace Avenue, Great Neck, NY 11021. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Thomaston, Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 2, Block 333 and Lot 13. Approximate amount of judgment is $832,773.55 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #8527/2015. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19

safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale.

If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale. Hayley R. Greenberg, Esq., Referee

Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No. 193441-1 11-23-16-9-2-2022-4T#235618-GN

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY TOLBEX INC., Plaintiff against PHILIP J. KASSOVER, AS EXECUTOR UNDER THE LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT OF RUTH KASSOVER, DECEASED AND IN HIS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Lachtman Cohen P.C., 245 Main Street, Suite 230, White Plains, NY 10601.

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered August 15, 2022, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court

Great Neck Park District Fall Festivals

Harvest Festival and Scarecrow Festival

BY JULIE PRISCO

This October the Great Neck Park District hosted its Harvest Festival and Scarecrow Festival. Both festivals took place at Steppingstone Park where families gathered to spend time outside having fun.

The Harvest Festival had bounce houses, rock climbing walls, pony rides, a petting zoo and interactive games for the kids to enjoy. Various sized pumpkins decorated the park. The park served classic fall food like roasted corn on the cob.

At the Scarecrow Festival, families brought old t-shirts, jeans, flannels and other accessories to decorate their scarecrow. Families stuffed their clothes with hay to create their own scarecrows.

To check out more fall events hosted by the Great Neck Park District, visit gnparks.org

Pony rides.

Feeding animals at the Harvest Festival petting zoo.

Attaching the head to their scarecrow.

Each scarecrow received a ‘birth certificate’ from the park district.

Kids posing with their new scarecrows.

Family planning out their scarecrow design.

Ice cream cones served at Harvest Festival.

Kids participated in an obstacle course. (Photos provided by the Great Neck Park District)

Congratulations to Joanne Hantzopoulos

Joanne Hantzopoulos celebrates one year at Douglas Elliman Real Estate and 20 years in the industry representing buyers, sellers, and investors.

Sold October 2021 - October 2022

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241-84B Oak Park Drive, Douglaston 61475 County Road 48 #B201, Greenport* 224-67 Kingsbury Ave, Unit B, Oakland Gardens 2738 Claudia Court, Bellmore* 240-52B Oak Park Drive, Douglaston 241-45A Oak Park Drive, Douglaston* 94-50 Magnolia Court, Unit 2A, Ozone Park 251-23 61st Avenue, Upper, Li le Neck 35 Westbury Road, Garden City 73-20 263rd Street, G Upper, Glen Oaks 17 Quannacut Drive, Bayville 117 Landau Avenue, Floral Park 242-08B Oak Park Drive, Douglaston+ 240-19A Oak Park Drive, Douglaston+ 242-19C Oak Park Drive, Douglaston+ 18-75 Corporal Kennedy Street, Unit 6A, Bayside

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