Issuu

Port Washington AN ANTON MEDIA GROUP PUBLICATION • FALL 2016

M A G A Z I N E

GET HAPPY

Embracing an upbeat frame of mind

FALL FASHION

How to dress your home—and yourself

DINING AROUND TOWN These eateries satisfy every hunger

RAISING DANCERS Berest has been on pointe for 40 years PLUS

Port Memories

Revisiting the good old days

KAREN ALBRECHT

JILL BERMAN

PATRICIA DUFFY BYRNES

DIANE CALDERONE

PATRICIA DALMAZIO

LISA DONATELLI

DANA EATON

Lic. R E Salesperson

Lic. Assoc. R E Broker

Lic. R E Salesperson

Lic. Assoc. R E Broker

Lic. R E Salesperson

O: 516.944.2863

O: 516.944.2852

C: 516.721.9491

O: 516.944.2913

O: 516.944.2877

C: 516.987.2542

C: 516.458.7302

MARIANNE BYRNES FILIPSKI

JOHN HELLENSCHMIDT

DARIA HOFFMAN

GREG HOVSEPIAN

MARY ANN JACOBI

DANA JULIEN

HEIDI KARAGIANIS

Lic. R E Salesperson

Lic. Assoc. R E Broker

Lic. R E Salesperson

Lic. Assoc. R E Broker

Lic. R E Salesperson

C: 917.767.8695

C: 516.652.9696

C: 516.972.5648

C: 516.587.2274

O: 516.944.2845

O: 516.767.5799

C: 516.467.9440

MAGGIE KEATS

FLORENCE LOHEN

CYNTHIA MAGAZINE

LAURA MCLAUGHLIN

MELISSA MELILLO

JEREMY MICHAELS

ANJANA MOHAN

Lic. Assoc. R E Broker

Lic. R E Salesperson

Lic. Assoc. R E Broker

Lic. R E Salesperson

C: 516.449.7598

O: 516.944.2918

O: 516.944.2848

O: 516.944.2868

O: 516.944.2866

C: 516.398.5957

O: 516.944.2873

KATHY ORIOLI

EILEEN O’SULLIVAN

LUCILLE RABINOWITZ

IRENE RACANELLI

IRENE (RENEE) RALLIS

AMY ROSENBERG

MARVIN ROSTOLDER

Lic. Assoc. R E Broker

Lic. R E Salesperson

O: 516.944.2844

O: 516.944.2864

Lic. Assoc. R E Broker

C: 347.351.6359

C: 516.241.9848

C: 917.226.7451

O: 516.944.2847

GABRIELLE ROTH-ZOFCHAK

MARIA ROVEGNO

ANDREA SCHARF

MARCO SCORDIO

RACHEL SHA

ALEXIS SIEGEL

DENISE SILVERSTEIN

Lic. R E Salesperson

Lic. Assoc. R E Broker

Lic. R E Salesperson

Lic. Assoc. R E Broker

Lic. R E Salesperson

O: 516.944.2912

C: 516.729.2413

O: 516.944.2849

C: 516.225.5327

C: 516.680.2189

O: 516.944.2907

C: 917.859.3500

O: 516.944.2865

DANIEL SIMONELLI

ELAINE STEINCKE

CHRISTINA THOMAS

NANCY TOBIN

PATRICIA VENDITTI

DAWN WANDS

DOROTHY WAXMAN

Lic. R E Salesperson

Lic. Assoc. R E Broker

Lic. R E Salesperson

Lic. Assoc. R E Broker

C: 516.767.5798

O: 516.944.2874

C: 516.880.2978

C: 516.509.9765

O: 516.944.2903

C: 516.978.6939

O: 516.944.2904

Karen Newhouse, Branch Manager, Port Washington Office 475 Port Washington Blvd | 516.883.5200

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY.

Visit us at elliman.com/long-island

KNOWLEDGE INTEGRITY RESULTS Featured Listings For Sale

20 Plum Beach Point Road, Sands Point $8,100,000 | Web# 2871936

40 Old House Lane, Sands Point Price Upon Request | Web# 2811828

Other Prime Properties For Sale 87 Old House Lane, Sands Point $13,900,000 | Web# 2850318

23 Plum Beach Point Road, Sands Point $5,875,000 | Web# 2832438

69 Summit Road, Port Washington $1,465,000 | Web# 2836227

84 Old House Lane, Sands Point $8,950,000 | Web# 2784424

One East Gate Road, Port Washington $1,685,000 | Web# 2863287

169 Harborview Drive, Port Washington $1,299,000 | Web# 2865448

125 Sycamore Drive, East Hills $1,499,000 | Web# 2867841

Homes Currently Under Contract 44 Country Club Drive, Port Washington 31 Summit Road, Port Washington 82 Bogart Avenue, Port Washington

35 Dogwood Lane, Sands Point 6 March Lane, Sands Point 7 Murray Avenue, Port Washington

2 Oakland Drive, Port Washington 93 Dove Hill Drive, Manhasset 107 Dove Hill Drive, Manhasset

Call Jill Berman for private showing at 516.375.9101

JILL BERMAN at Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

Port Washington Office 475 Port Washington Blvd | 516.883.5200 elliman.com/long-island

C: 516.375.9101 jberman@elliman.com KNOWN GLOBALLY. LOVED LOCALLY. 110 WALT WHITMAN ROAD, HUNTINGTON STATION, NY, 11746. 631.549.7401 | © 2016 DOUGLAS ELLIMAN REAL ESTATE. ALL MATERIAL PRESENTED HEREIN IS INTENDED FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY. WHILE, THIS INFORMATION IS BELIEVED TO BE CORRECT, IT IS REPRESENTED SUBJECT TO ERRORS, OMISSIONS, CHANGES OR WITHDRAWAL WITHOUT NOTICE. ALL PROPERTY INFORMATION, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO SQUARE FOOTAGE, ROOM COUNT, NUMBER OF BEDROOMS AND THE SCHOOL EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY. DISTRICT IN PROPERTY LISTINGS ARE DEEMED RELIABLE, BUT SHOULD BE VERIFIED BY YOUR OWN ATTORNEY, ARCHITECT OR ZONING EXPERT. PHOTOS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN MANIPULATED.

MAGICAL MEDITERRANEAN Port Washington | $1,250,000. Situated over a beautiful brook, this Baxter Estates beauty has stunning architectural details throughout with access to the property from most rooms. Formal living room with soaring cathedral ceilings, floor to ceiling fireplace and gorgeous exposed beams. Formal dining room with custom built-ins, den with fireplace, eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances and office nook. Large master bedroom suite, second en-suite bedroom and third bedroom and full bath. Multi-tiered lushly landscaped terraces and multiple patios for relaxing and entertaining. Close to water, town and train. Heidi Karagianis C: 516.467.9440

PARADISE IN HARBOR ACRES! Sands Point | $2,499,000. Sprawling Contemporary nestled on over 3 acres featuring pool and tennis court. More than a house ... your own personal retreat. The A Team – Alexis Siegel C: 516.944.2907; Amy Rosenberg C: 917.226.7451; Andrea Scharf C: 516.319.8852

EXCEPTIONAL LIVING SPACE Sands Point | $1,749,000. Traditional architecture and updated interiors make for easy and stylish living in this classic 5 bedroom, 3 bath salt box Colonial on gorgeous shy 2 acres with pool and pool house. Web# 2848797. Maggie Keats C: 516.449.7598

BEST OF PORT WASHINGTON ESTATES Port Washington | $1,395,000. Great space, light and wonderful detail characterize this 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home with large living room with fireplace, dining room with view to English-style gardens and great family room. Perfect location, close to all. Web# 2860808. Maggie Keats C: 516.449.7598

DIAMOND CONDITION Port Washington | $1,199,000. 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath home features large living room with fireplace, updated kitchen and oversized dining room. Family room, central air, wood floors throughout. 2 car garage, lovely landscaping. Web# 2869085. Camille DeAngelo C: 516.724.0081; Mary Ann Jacobi C: 516.993.0674

PORT WASHINGTON OFFICE 475 Port Washington Blvd | 516.883.5200 elliman.com/long-island

KNOWN GLOBALLY. LOVED LOCALLY. 110 WALT WHITMAN ROAD, HUNTINGTON STATION, NY, 11746. 631.549.7401 | © 2016 DOUGLAS ELLIMAN REAL ESTATE. ALL MATERIAL PRESENTED HEREIN IS INTENDED FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY. WHILE, THIS INFORMATION IS BELIEVED TO BE CORRECT, IT IS REPRESENTED SUBJECT TO ERRORS, OMISSIONS, CHANGES OR WITHDRAWAL WITHOUT NOTICE. ALL PROPERTY INFORMATION, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO SQUARE FOOTAGE, ROOM COUNT, NUMBER OF BEDROOMS AND THE SCHOOL EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY. DISTRICT IN PROPERTY LISTINGS ARE DEEMED RELIABLE, BUT SHOULD BE VERIFIED BY YOUR OWN ATTORNEY, ARCHITECT OR ZONING EXPERT. PHOTOS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN MANIPULATED.

Luxury

Your

Real Estate Advisor

Irene Rallis has been providing her discerning real estate clientele with expert advice and unparalleled results for over 25 years. An accomplished real estate specialist with a background in corporate law and accounting, Irene streamlines and expedites transactions for her clients. Highly focused, attentive and detail oriented, she will walk you through a purchase or sale leaving no question unanswered until your needs are met and the deal is complete.

Whether you are contemplating selling in the Fall, or preparing for the Spring market...the buyers are back! Ireneâ€™s experience helps to get your home sold at the best possible purchase price, while handling all of the details that go into selling your home.

at Douglas Elliman Real Estate

, Esq.

Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker

#2 Broker on the North Shore, 2015* Platinum Award Winner 154 Plandome Rd., Manhasset, NY 11030 475 Port Washington Blvd, Port Washington, NY 11050 O: 516.944.2853 | C: 516.241.9848 | irene.rallis@elliman.com * At Douglas Elliman Real Estate

KNOWN GLOBALLY. LOVED LOCALLY. 110 WALT WHITMAN ROAD, HUNTINGTON STATION, NY, 11746. 631.549.7401 ÂŠ 2016 DOUGLAS ELLIMAN REAL ESTATE.

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY.

very

REWARDING ON LEVEL E Your lifestyle at The Amsterdam can be whatever you want it to be. World-class hospitality, superb dining, a prime location and our unique Life Care option make it easy.

You can immerse yourself in all of it right now. The Amsterdam A-List Club lets you enjoy complimentary meals, amenities, events and activities while you wait for your ideal floor plan to become available.

Call

516.939.8145 to to schedule a tour of our current residency options.

The Amsterdam is the first and only nonprofit community in Nassau County to offer Life Care.

Operated by Amsterdam House Continuing Care Retirement Community Inc., a not-for-profit organization.

300 E. Overlook | Port Washington, NY 11050 | AmsterdamLifeCare.com

Your financial wealth. Our global resources. Advice you can trust starts with a conversation. Palumbo Wealth Management Group UBS Financial Services Inc. Philip G. Palumbo Senior Vice President-Wealth Management Senior Portfolio Manager CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERâ„¢ 1055 Franklin Avenue Garden City, NY 11530 Tel. 516-408-5848 Fax: 855-244-1843

Contents 6

Letter from the Publisher

Welcome to Port Washington Magazine By Angela Susan Anton

What to Wear this Fall

The hottest looks can be found at these Main Street boutiques By Nicole Lockwood

Where to Dine

From savory to sweet, Port’s vast selection will satisfy any craving By Alexandra Civorelli

50 31

Home Fashions

Don’t Worry, Be Happy

For 20 years, this water lover has been transporting residents by boat By Leigh Anderson

Add pizzazz to every room with these extraordinary accessories By Nicole Lockwood

Helping Hands

Memories of Port Washington

The Community Synagogue’s new program offers the gift of happiness By Rachel Hirschheimer

A Studio to Call Home Berest Dance Center has been raising dancers for 40 years By Nicole Lockwood

PORT WASHINGTON MAGAZINE

Bringing the Bay to You

Neighbors support one another through these philanthropic efforts Compiled by Sheri ArbitalJacoby

By Louise LoPinto Hutchison

Cover photograph: Berest Dance Center

Riding the wave of luxury, with the wind at your back, navigating to your haven on the shore.

THIS IS HOME.

North America Central America South America Caribbean Asia Australia Europe Middle East South Pacific Africa

Dedicated to luxury real estate.

©2016 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Operated by a subsidiary of NRT LLC. Coldwell Banker, the Coldwell Banker Logo, Coldwell Banker Previews International, the Coldwell Banker Previews International logo and “Dedicated to Luxury Real Estate” are registered and unregistered service marks owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. 90151 08/16

DR. SALEM, DR. EISEN, DR. CURRO, DR. FEINTUCH, DR. COHN

Our hands can give you

the Letter from the

Publisher

you’ve always wanted Welcome to Port Washington Magazine

For a Complimentary Consultation and Smile Evaluation, Call

516-883-1234 and receive a

WHITENING

with your First Treatment!

PROSTHODONTICS FULL MOUTH RECONSTRUCTION COSMETIC DENTISTRY DENTAL IMPLANTS | INVISALIGN • "Comfort Dentistry" Stress & Pain Free • Complete Dental Lab on Premises

dentistry

is an art

27 S. Bayles Ave, Port Washington

Call 516-883-1234

portwashingtondentalny.com

here’s something special about waterfront communities—they’re a cross section of cultural and culinary wonders—and Port Washington is no exception. Looking out on Manhasset Bay, Port’s vista offers plenty of sustenance for the eyes. In this issue, Leigh Anderson takes us right to the water and introduces us to Matt Meyran, who has been running the Port Water Taxi for two decades. Meyran’s wish to share his love of the water has found him offering tours of varying lengths and price points that show off historic highlights, wildlife sightings and even the chance to spend the night at Execution Rocks Lighthouse. This kind of passion is not unique in Port. Nicole Lockwood drops in on Olga Berest, whose dance center has called Port home for 40 years, helping raise generations of dancers. Joy is part of the key to a life well lived and Rachel Hirschheimer explores that at The Community Synagogue, where members run a program focused on offering the gift of happiness through yoga, meditation and even presentations by a wellness coach. The gift of giving back is also in full force as Sheri ArbitalJacoby shines the spotlight on the philanthropic efforts of Landmark on Main Street, Sands Point Preserve Conservancy, Spectrum Designs and PWGreen. Another favorite aspect of Port is the variety of eateries available to sample. Alexandra Civorelli does a great job of reflecting that with a food tour that showcases barbecue (Harbor Q), Peruvian-Japanese fusion (Nikkei of Peru), New American (Bistro Etc.), French cuisine (La P’tite Framboise), Italian food (La Parma on the Bay) and decadent desserts, whether you favor cookies and cakes (Saint Honoré) or ice cream (Douglas & James). Along with great places to dine, Port has plenty of small shops that Nicole highlights for those looking for home accessories (White + One) or hot fall fashions (Impulse Boutique, Sands Point Shop). History is a key part of what makes Port such a great place to live, and thanks to reader Louise LoPinto Hutchison, we get to share her memories as she writes about experiencing a number of small-town delights that included eating ice cream at Tastee Freez, bowling at Bay Bowl and visiting the Navy base at Sands Point Preserve. It all makes for a great issue that I hope you’ll enjoy reading as much as we did putting together. Angela Susan Anton

D IA N E BA R E S

“ELIZA IN SUNSET ”

E S TA B L I S H E D 1 9 9 0

fine art - custom mirrors expert picture framing MANHASSET | 447 PLANDOME ROAD | 516-365-6014 GARDEN CITY | 172 SEVENTH STREET | 516-414-8521

w w w. Tr a p a n i A r t A n d F r a m e . c o m

Allow My 29 Years of Experience to Work for You.

Port MWashington AGAZI NE An Anton Media Group Publication KARL V. ANTON, JR. Publisher, 1984-2000

ANGELA SUSAN ANTON Editor and Publisher

FRANK A. VIRGA President

STEVE MOSCO

Senior Managing Editor

SHERI ARBITALJACOBY Managing Editor

ELIZABETH JOHNSON Port Washington News Editor

Shelley Scotto Associate Real Estate Broker Previews Property Specialist

Hiring the Right Agent Makes All the Difference. www.ShelleyScotto.com C: 516.816.7428 | O: 516.570.1537 Email: Shelley.Scotto@cbmoves.com 600 Plandome Road Manhasset, NY 282 Main Street Port Washington, NY

ALEX NUÑEZ Art Director

BARBARA BARNETT Assistant Art Director

KAREN MENGEL

Director of Production

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Leigh Anderson, Alexandra Civorelli, Dave Gil de Rubio, Nicole Lockwood, Rachel Hirschheimer, Louise LoPinto Hutchison

DESIGNERS

Cathy Bongiorno, Donna Duffy, Sheila Ferrari

ART STAFF

Caren Benipayo, Kevin Schmidt, Mary Anne Grabowski, Brianna Barberio

SHARI EGNASKO Executive Assistant

JOY DIDONATO Circulation Director

IRIS PICONE

Operations Manager

ADVERTISING SALES Julia Abreu, James Barba, Scott Evans, Mari Gaudet, Wendy Kates, Sal Massa, Matthew Merlis, Pat Salmon, Jane Sarachek, Jeryl Sletteland Publishers of

Port Washington News 132 East Second Street, Mineola, NY 11501 Phone: 516-747- 8282 • Fax: 516-742-5867 advertising inquiries advertising@antonmediagroup.com circulation inquiries subscribe@antonmediagroup.com

Dedicated to luxury real estate. ©2016 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Operated by a subsidiary of NRT LLC. Coldwell Banker, the Coldwell Banker Logo, Coldwell Banker Previews International, the Coldwell Banker Previews International logo and “Dedicated to Luxury Real Estate” are registered and unregistered service marks owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Real estate agents affiliated with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage are independent contractor sales associates and are not employees of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage.

Fall Is Here, Drive Safely

n o s r e f f e J

International Collision

J A

of Manhasset Since 1918

44 HILLSIDE AVENUE MANHASSET LOCATED REAR OF MANHASSET TRAIN STATION

365-5400

WE ARE ALWAYS THERE FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY A NAME YOU CAN TRUST

Learn More at Alper’s.

Port Washington’s Destination for Everything You Need to Make Your House a Home Since 1911. 81 Main Street • 767.0508 • www.alpershardware.com

You can depend on a Miele or settle on something less. When it comes to taking care of your family, compromise is not an option. With Miele, the results go beyond what you can see. Alper’s Hardware is an authorized dealer and repair center for Miele vacuums.

IMMER BESSER

Where to

Dine By Alexandra Civorelli

From savory to sweet, Port’s vast selection will satisfy any craving

ummer may be coming to a close, but that doesn’t mean your taste for adventure has to end. Port Washington offers a number of restaurants, from family-friendly eateries to exotic bistros to sweet shops, that offer a vacation for your taste buds that doesn’t have to end with the coming of fall.

Harbor Q In the mood for a barbecue, but don’t want to fire up the grill? Harbor Q is a family-friendly spot that offers cook-out cuisine for dine-in, delivery or pick-up. From 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily, the lunch menu offers sandwiches, sliders, wings and barbecue classics served with a gourmet side or soup. Dinner offers more extensive options, like a homemade chili mac and cheese bowl appetizer; 24-hour dry-rubbed and marinated ribs that are smoked in the pit room and served with two sides and cornbread; Kobe beef burgers, and a create-your-own burger option with choice of patty, toppings and side. The create-your-own salad menu allows diners to personally choose each ingredient. Harbor Q also offers great

Nikkei of Peru Cultures clash in a new and delicious way at Nikkei of Peru, a fusion of Peruvian and Japanese food that creates a totally new cuisine and a scrumptious way to satisfy cravings for sushi as well as adventure. Typical of most Japanese restaurants, Nikkei of Peru is closed on weekdays for a two-hour gap, serving lunch from 12 to 3 p.m. and dinner from 5 to 11 p.m. On weekends, however, the eatery is open from 3 to 11 p.m. Weekday lunch specials are served with soup, salad and rice along with dishes such as assorted sushi rolls and sashimi or arroz con pollo, which is Peruvian chicken with a Japanese twist, topped with anticucho or teriyaki. Maki lunches are also available, where you can order two or three specific rolls for a great price. For dinner, myriad small plates are offered, like Tacu Tacu Bites, which are crispy rice with spicy tuna, salmon and yellowtail, various special rolls and sashimi, as well as Nikkei special entrées, also served with soup, salad and rice, including the dish Jalea Mixta, which is mixed seafood with vegetable tempura. Nikkei of Peru hosts special events and caters. • 55 Shore Road • www.nikkeiofperu.com • 516-439-4201

specials, including a free appetizer with a $40 minimum purchase weekdays, and two-for-one draft beers all day Friday. And, if you’re craving one last blow-out barbecue or just want to host a party with some great Southern-style food, Harbor Q’s catering menu offers several packages, all sure to please partygoers. • 84 Old Shore Road • www.harborq.com • 516-883-4227

PORT WASHINGTON MAGAZINE

Bosphorus Café & Grill

A Mediterranean restaurant that specializes in Turkish cuisine, Bosphorus Café & Grill guarantees an authentic dining experience, despite being thousands of miles from Istanbul. The lunch and dinner menus include cold and hot appetizers of hummus, babaganush, falafel and pan-fried liver cubes; the chef recommends ordering Lavas Hollow Bread, which is made-to-order. The eatery also offers salads, soups, seafood dishes like Branzino, an imported Mediterranean sea bass served with rice, and chicken or lamb kebabs that are

PORT WASHINGTON MAGAZINE

served with red cabbage pickles, rice, onion, grilled tomato and bell pepper. From-the-oven dishes include Ispanakli Pide, which has a golden crust and is topped with sautéed spinach and feta cheese. An extensive gluten-free menu is also available, as is a dessert menu that includes the award-winning dessert of Kunefe or shredded wheat with a layer of melted cheese, topped with pistachios and syrup. Bosphorus offers a dazzling culinary brunch on Sundays, plus a catering menu. • 138 Shore Road • www.bosphoruscafegrill.com • 516-321-9999

A LIMITED COLLECTION OF THREE & FOUR BEDROOM TOW NHOMES IN THE HISTORIC VILLAGE OF ROSLY N Featuring in-home spa treatments, personal health and fitness services, on-site gym, exercise bikes by Peloton Cycle®, golf simulator, kayaks, picnic/bbq area, bicycles, dog walking and more.

SPACIOUS CONDOMINIUM RESIDENCES FROM APPROXIMATELY 2,750 — 3,200 SQUARE FEET PRICED FROM $1,400,000 SALES GALLERY NOW OPEN BY APPOINTMENT OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY AND SUNDAY FROM 11AM TO 1PM

RoslynLanding.com | 516.621.3110 | 1407 Old Northern Boulevard, Roslyn, NY 11576 Exclusive Marketing & Sales Agent: Douglas Elliman Development Marketing. The complete terms are in an offering plan available from the Sponsor. File No. CD15-0170. Sponsor: BITI, LLC, 111 South Street, Suite 227, Oyster Bay, NY 11771.

Bistro Etc.

Saint Honoré Pastry Shop Saint Honoré Pastry Shop is dedicated to making the finest pastries, breads, cookies and cakes—with lots of variety. The bakery’s baked breads include French baguettes, Irish soda bread, challah and cinnamon raisin, and its traditional cookies, in an assorted box or tray, include Linzer, almond squares and rainbow. Traditional and seasonal pies range from key lime to apple, and individual tarts, prepared with a gateau Breton crust, are filled with either peach, pear, apricot or apple. Large decorated cookies, frosted cupcakes and hot, iced and cold beverages are also offered, along with breakfast items, including almond or chocolate croissants, brioche, muffins and Danish with myriad fillings. Cakes in the shop can be personalized, but the bakery is known for its incredible custom-made cakes, decorated to match your dreams exactly, and created for any event. • 993 Port Washington Boulevard • www.sainthonore pastry.com • 516-767-2555

PORT WASHINGTON MAGAZINE

As summer turns into fall, Bistro Etc.’s menu will change, too. Its New American fare evolves seasonally, with modern and inventive interpretations of American and international cuisine made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The current menu offers starters like shishito peppers, which are blistered, mildly spiced Japanese peppers with ginger, sesame and green onion, and entrées, like the featured New Zealand rack of lamb. The menu specifies which dishes can be gluten free on request, and has a vegan menu as well, which offers grilled marinated tofu, vegetable shepherd’s pie and the featured toasted farro, which is Middle-Eastern spiced roasted cauliflower with golden raisins, chick peas and lemon tahini sauce. House-made desserts include treats like banana strudel. Bistro Etc.’s wine list is also diverse and seasonal, the beer menu is meant to be closely paired with the dishes offered and specialty cocktails are creative and handcrafted. The eatery offers a Culinary Dinner Club, which sends members a newsletter with dates, times and menus for special dining experiences, such as the Wild Game Dinner that will serve exotic meats like antelope, elk and ostrich one night in 2017. • 43B Main Street • www. bistroetc.com • 516-472-7780

Restaurant

YAMAGUCHI Japanese Restaurant

Recommended by: - N.Y. Times Rated Excellent - Newsday 1994 Zagatâ€™s Restaurant Guide Lunch: Tuesday - Friday 12-2:30 Dinner: Tuesday- Thursday 5:30-10:00 Friday 5:30-10:30 Saturday 5:00-10:30 Sunday 5:00-9:30 Directions: L.I.E. Exit 36N Searingtown Road - Cross 25A becomes Port Washington Boulevard - go 5 miles, left on Main Street 1/2 mile, located across from the train station.

49 Main Street Port Washington, NY 11050

516.883.3500

Douglas & James

Also known as Sweet Treats on the Wharf, Douglas & James ice cream parlor, located near the Town Dock on Manhasset Bay, is well-loved by Port residents. The shop is cheerful and busy—and packed with people, candy and homemade ice cream. Flavors include Chunky Chocolate Peanut Butter, Vanilla Swiss Almond, S’mores and Black Raspberry Chunk, with the choice of eating from a cup or a cone. The cookie cone is embedded with M&M’s to add a delightful taste and crunch to whichever scoops you

choose. The parlor also serves frozen yogurt, sorbet, sugar-, lactose- and gluten-free options, plus a wall lined with jars that are filled with candy, a glass case displaying fudge and a choice of coffee or espresso. Although it closes during winter, this family-run shop will be open through late October or early November, so it’s not too late to grab a sweet treat on a warm night and walk along Manhasset Bay to watch the sunset, cone or cup in hand. • 405 Main Street • www. facebook.com/sweettreatsonthewharf • 516-708-1706

PORT WASHINGTON MAGAZINE

SAINT MARY’S ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Where Students

FLOURISH NURSERY TO 8TH GRADE

We prepare students to achieve their greatest potential by providing ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE in all core subjects including Spanish, Fine and Performing Arts as well as Physical Education. Our atmosphere is one of INSPIRED FAITH that fosters a spirit of service, respect and kindness to others. Through our experienced faculty, CREATIVE LEARNING and state-of-the-art technology further engage students in all grades, including a one-to-one iPad curriculum for the middle school level.

OPEN HOUSE

Sunday, October 16 2:00 – 4:30 pm Or call to schedule a Personal Tour

516.627.2711

At dismissal, St. Mary’s becomes a VIBRANT AFTER SCHOOL COMMUNITY that offers after care programs, athletics, and extra curricular activities.

516.627.0184 www.stmaryelem.ws

THE SCHOOLS OF SAINT MARY 1300 Northern Boulevard | Manhasset, New York

SAINT MARY’S HIGH SCHOOL

Where Students

SUCCEED GRADES 9 TO 12

With Regents, Advanced Placement, and Student Centered Scheduling, St. Mary’s provides a RIGOROUS CURRICULUM through an inspiring faculty and innovative technology in the classroom. An emphasis on SPIRITUAL VALUES connects real life experience to Gospel values within the curriculum and externally by leadership opportunities and service to others. At St. Mary’s we believe that the Fine and Performing Arts Program matters. By EMPOWERING INSPIRATION to our students whether in art, orchestra, chorus, or performing on stage, the program changes lives and shows us perspectives other than our own.

516.627.2711 www.stmary.ws/highschool GET THE ST. MARY’S HS APP

OPEN HOUSE

Sunday, October 16 2:00 – 4:30 pm Or call to schedule a Personal Tour

516.627.2711

Teamwork is a collaborative effort on and off the field. With opportunities for Freshmen, Junior Varsity, and Varsity teams, students can participate in COMPETITIVE ATHLETICS and learn the values of good sportsmanship.

THE SCHOOLS OF SAINT MARY 1300 Northern Boulevard | Manhasset, New York

La P’tite Framboise Though located in the heart of Port Washington, you’ll swear you’ve been transported to a bistro in France at La P’tite Framboise, which offers a vacation for your senses with its authentic decor and cuisine. The dinner menu is filled with elegant French dishes that include hors d’oeuvres, les salades, les moules (mussels), entrées, plats du jour (plates of the day), a raw bar and sautéed clams. Some highlights include escargots persillee, which are snails in herb-garlic butter; bouillabaisse (on Fridays), which is a Southern France fish stew with shellfish, noisette potatoes and fennel saffron broth; and several mussel dishes of espagnole, anise, Provençal or mariniere. A small sandwich section is also available for the less adventurous. The bistro offers brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sundays, and serves salads, mussels, sandwiches and entrées, as well as a price-fixed menu, with several varieties of crepes, poached eggs, omelets, pancakes and French toast. On Mussel Mondays, a bowl of mussels, French fries and a glass of wine or beer cost only $23. • 294 Main Street • www. laptiteframboise.com • 516-767-7164

KIDS BACK TO SCHOOL?

ITALIAN EATERY & TAKEOUT

“More Than A Neighborhood Pizzeria”

Lunch and Dinner Served Daily

WE SPECIALIZE IN CATERING FOR ALL OCCASIONS

Ask for our Catering Menu

Turkish Restaurant

Lunch and Dinner Outdoor Seating Wine and beer Catering available

Free Dessert with this Ad

Open for private and corporate events Credit Cards Accepted

ALWAYS DELICIOUS 96 MINEOLA AVENUE ROSLYN HEIGHTS

(516) 621-1400

FAX (516) 621-1509 www.ourattilios.com

1 of Newsday’s top 100 Restaurants TAKE-OUT & DELIVERY

138 Shore Road, Port Washington, NY 11050

516-321-9999 516-321-9999 ll.com

www.bosphoruscafegri www.bosphoruscafegrill.com

La Parma on the Bay Located on Manhasset Bay, La Parma on the Bay offers outdoor tables and beautiful views from the windows indoors to soak up the last vestiges of summer. A family-owned and operated chain of restaurants, with other locations in Williston Park, Huntington and Oceanside, La Parma has the recipe for success with family-style portions of delicious Italian food that are perfect for sharing with family and friends on a special night out. The dinner menu offers hot and cold appetizers and pasta dishes with a choice of pasta, including whole wheat and gluten free, along with different sauces paired with meat, seafood or vegetables. The eatery also offers meat, seafood and poultry dishes big enough to satisfy the hungriest diners, and even has vegetarian specialties like

eggplant parmigiana and rollatini. At lunchtime, only individual portions are available, and options include appetizers like fried calamari, cold antipasto salads, many choices of pasta and several main courses, including the fish of the day. The wine list is extensive, and La Parma also caters weddings, holiday parties and birthdays. • 415 Main Street • www.laparma.com • 516-439-4960

Sunday Night Dinner Fe e atu isin u ring C Creative American

3-Course Prix Fixe

95 p.p.

+ Tax & Gratuity

Join Us on Wednesday Evenings for 50% OFF All Bottles of Wine OPENING FOR SUNDAY BRUNCH ON SEPT. 25TH

Open for Dinner Tuesday - Sunday at 5 pm 172 Main Street, Port Washington, NY 11050 516-439-5324 • www.wildhoneyonmain.com

What to Wear this

FALL

Photo by Nicole Lockwood (top)

The hottest looks can be found at these Main Street boutiques By Nicole Lockwood

nsure about the latest trends of the season? Look no further than Port Washington’s Main Street, home to boutiques that are at the forefront of high fashion. Shoppers can look forward to new colors, textures, fabrics and styles this fall, as well as a resurgence of key looks from previous seasons. According to local store owners, velvet dresses, suede ensembles

and stacked jewelry are just a few of the hottest statements we can expect to see. “The standout colors for the season are olive, copper tones, diver blue, dark chocolate, flax, burgundy and gray,” says Cheryl Feld, owner of Impulse Boutique. “For fall, we will be featuring velvet and velvet burnout dresses, choker dresses and tops, turtlenecks and turtleneck dresses, off the shoulder tops, cargo pants, suede pants and denim.”

Temple St. Clair 18k Classic Round Amulet Pair a long pendant with a simple, oversized top to emphasize bright, metallic accessories, $800, Sands Point Shop.

PORT WASHINGTON MAGAZINE

FALL FASHION Twenty Touch Terry Jumpsuit Put on a pair of heels for a night on the town with this sleek black jumpsuit that can be worn any season. The pleated neckline creates a slimming effect on all sizes, $225, Impulse Boutique. Ecru Button Front Cardigan with Pockets A wardrobe must-have, suede is the fabric of the season for cardigans, pants or heels, in shades of brown or taupe, $185, Impulse Boutique.

Halcyon Days Bangles Mix and match bangles of varying colors and metallics to create a stacked look that accents any outfitâ€” from casual to sophisticated, $195, Sands Point Shop.

YFB On the Road Sebastian Cardigan Cape-style cardigans and cover-ups flawlessly finish any outfit. Ideal over skinny jeans or leggings, this dark-blue cardigan looks as cozy as it feels, $63, Impulse Boutique.

PORT WASHINGTON MAGAZINE

YOU BELONG AT TBI From Preschool to MahJongg and everything in between, you’ll find your home with us.

THERE’S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE AT TBI Our family welcomes yours! Contact us now to discover how you can make our house your home: 516-767-1708, x9 info@tbiport.org www.tbiport.org

TEMPLE DRIVE, PORT WASHINGTON

Your journey begins here! Come learn and play with us, and see how wonderful preschool can be!

Celebrate your Simcha with us, and feel the pride! Temple Beth Israel offers you an egalitarian, contemporary Conservative Jewish experience. Rich in tradition, current in philosophy. We are your center for lifelong learning.

A lifetime of special moments—coming together from generation to generation. Along with our clergy we pray, learn, laugh, and celebrate as a synagogue family. Friday Night Live musical Shabbat! Children’s Services! Weekly Kiddush Luncheon! TBI brings families together. Members come to us from varied degrees of Jewish background and experience and become a part of our inclusive, welcoming family!

FALL FASHION Paradise USA Ombre Cold Shoulder Tunic Off-the-shoulder tops aren’t going anywhere anytime soon. Bare some skin on warmer days, or pair with a denim jacket when the temperature begins to dip. The black-towhite ombre adds dimension to this simple dress, $54, Impulse Boutique.

Photos by Nicole Lockwood (store displays)

Barbour Flyweight Cavalry Quilted Jacket For those chillier fall nights, cover up with this European-style lightweight waxed jacket in sandstone with a quilted texture that’s sure to match almost any outﬁt, $199, Sands Point Shop.

Minkpink Russian Roulette Printed Burnout Velvet Dress Nothing says fall like velvet dresses in shades of burgundy, dark chocolate or charcoal gray. Top off this look with a pair of chunky heels, $45, Impulse Boutique.

PORT WASHINGTON MAGAZINE

COMMUNITY SYNAGOGUE

3 2 1 $0

WONDERFUL CLERGY

ENRICHING SCHOOLS

CARING COMMUNITY

ZERO COST TO YOU*

*First Year Membership is FREE through the Gift Membership Program For more information, visit www.commsyn.org or call Joanne at 516-883-3144 ext 311 160 Middle Neck Road, Port Washington, NY 11050 www.commsyn.org

FALL FASHION ALOR Noir Multi Cable Ring When it comes to rings this season, the more the merrier. This multilayered ring provides the illusion of wearing many, though the cables are all connected as one. Couple this with rings of different styles and materials on any finger, $225, Sands Point Shop.

MZ Wallace Abbey Crossbody Crossbody bags are both chic and functional. The adjustable straps and multiple pockets make this a go-to bag for even the busiest days, $265, Sands Point Shop.

Fall is Coming, Kids are in School - Summer Vacations are Over Now your time has come, let us plan your next getawayâ€Ś golf, spa, beach, we can make relaxing a dream come true, so grab your friends and let our agents find you the perfect spot. Ask us about Free Golf and SPA credits Open 7 Days

981 Port Washington Blvd. | Port Washington 516.218.4000 | Port@travelblueribbon.com | www.travelblueribbon.com

We Accept All Major Credit Cards

6 3

W E E K E N D S

Photo by Nicole Lockwood

Longchamp Le Pliage Medium Tote Bag Stick to the basics with this olive nylon canvas bag, trimmed with brown leather, which comes in other fall colors like taupe and curry, $125, Sands Point Shop.

O N

S TA G E

The Hot Sardines 10/8/16

ROCK • FOLK • CABARET • COMEDY • KIDS

Loudon Wainwright III & Nellie McKay 10/1/16

John Pizzarelli 12/2/16

EagleMania 10/7/16

Cherish The Ladies 12/18/16

Josh Ritter 11/13/16

Tom Papa 1/13/17

Stay tuned, more shows to come!

O N M A I N ST R E E T

Get Tix!

232 main street, port washington, ny

landmarkonmainstreet.org

box office 516.767.6444

Experience a California Closets system custom designed specifically for you and the way you live. Visit us online today to arrange for a complimentary in-home design consultation.

californiaclosets.com M A N H AS S E T

981 Northern Blvd.

516.334.3311

Add splashes of blue in varying patterns with these Jonathan Adler throw pillows, $135 to $200.

Home Fashions Add pizzazz to every room with these extraordinary accessories By Nicole Lockwood

Whether on a table or a shelf, this brass octopus by Made Goods is sure to grab the attention of anyone welcomed into your home, $195.

LÂ

ooking to furnish your home in a way that is elegant yet edgy? Look no further than White + One on Main Street in Port Washington. Equipped with the latest trends, the shop contains conventional home goods accented with interesting details from local designers and artists.

PORT WASHINGTON MAGAZINE

Port Washington’s Leading Realtor for 17 Consecutive Years

Karen Morrison Sales Manager c.516.353.7133

Harry J. Andersen c.516.776.0337

Janet Andreoni c.516.359.9262

Carol Arnold c.516.236.6464

Anne Arter c.516.639.4448

Amanda Bechtold c.516.721.0649

Alana Mitni c.917.6

Brooke Naparty c.516.578.8545

Carol Berkowitz c.516.458.1980

Francesca Morrocu Blass c.516.857.1750

Richard Brody c.516.448.4184

Karen Bruning c.516.312.9582

Susan Cacioppo c.516.972.9863

Beth C c.516.64

Maryann Ressa c.516.996.3740

Perry Rootstein c.516.220.5640

Kathleen Collins c.516.850.7577

Carol Anne Condon c.516.528.2804

Jennifer Cullen c.516.835.1553

Barbara Dash c.516.524.0781

Celeste c.516.44

Dawn Serignese c.917.642.0884

Larry Shatzkamer c.516.353.7789

Constance Egleston c.516.721.2367

Helene Entwistle c.516.527.4259

Fran Foster c.516.236.1669

Diane Goetze c.917.940.4621

Elena G c.213.6

Evelyn I. Strauss c.516.697.2057

Margaret (Peggy) Iannucci c.516.428.5372

Gale Keenan c.516.353.8800

Joan Kulman c.516.987.6800

Jane Levy c.516.404.0050

Marjorie Lieberman c.516.241.8220

Laura c.516.5

Port Washington Office • 516.883.2900 • 350 Main St., Port Washington, NY • portwashington@danielgale.com

ick Benjamin 680.1948

Catrone 47.1729

e DiFeo 45.7234

Grigorenko 663.9445

a Lough 551.7217

Emma McMahon c.516.428.9959

Virginia McMahon c.516.567.5022

Marion Cohen c.917.434.2941

Mary Beth Nardone c.917.842.6706

Mary Donahue c.516.527.0831

Yvonne (Bonnie) Doran c.516.729.5663

Penelope Moroney c.516.993.6142

Julie Meyer c.516.655.6766

Margie Miller c.516.967.9060

Nava Mitnick c.516.510.3842

Virginia (Ginny) Pergola c.516.659.3400

Teresa Pittard c.516.697.1506

Maya Rajani c.516.521.6931

Phyllis Realmuto c.516.578.3439

Linda Ruvio c.917.270.3223

Richard Rybecky c.516.314.3379

Julie R. Safran 516.698.4054

Potee Saluja c.917.208.4060

Lynn Hehn c.516.680.0217

Lorraine Sheridan c.516.647.5974

Emi Shoga c.516.808.8305

Maria Spinelli c.516.647.2037

Christine Stehn c.516.857.5500

Susan Stein c.516.319.1604

Zhanli (Tina) Wang c.516.532.3110

Helene Weingrow c.516.993.7228

Joan Weintraub c.516.776.0143

Donna Weissberg c.516.578.1914

Sheldon Wong c.516.457.8522

Andrew Wu c.516.707.7299

Each office is independently owned and operated. We are pledged to provide equal opportunity for housing to any prospective customer or client, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin.

danielgale.com

Dix Hills, NY – Mint Colonial

Port Washington, NY – New Construction

Located on a quiet cul-de-sac with wraparound porch on ½-acre of park-like property. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. Open floor plan with large foyer, formal dining room and den with fireplace. Large eat-in kitchen with SS appliances. SD #5. MLS# 2851823. $869,000. Perry Rootstein, 516.883.2900, c.516.220.5640 Constance Egleston, 516.883.2900, c.516.721.2367

Sun-filled, 3 bedroom, 2.5-bath Colonial. Open living space. Chef’s kitchen, breakfast room, butler’s pantry, formal dining room. Spacious master suite, designer bath, 2 additional bedrooms and bath. Hardwood floors, full basement, gas heat, CAC. Offered at an amazing price. SD #4. MLS# 2839775. $885,000. Virginia (Ginny) Pergola, 516.883.2900, c.516.659.3400

Port Washington, NY – Vintage Colonial

Port Washington, NY

3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. Entry foyer leading to living room with wood burning fireplace, eat-in kitchen, dining room and laundry room with ½-bath. Hardwood floors, screened-in porch, flat property. 1-car detached garage. SD #4. MLS# 2863427. $649,999. Karen Bruning, 516.883.2900, c.516.312.9582

Beautiful waterfront Condo with amazing views from living room and bedrooms with balconies. Spacious and sunlit with 3 bedrooms, 3 baths. Pool. SD #4. MLS# 2877684. $1,199,000. Karen Bruning, 516.883.2900, c.516.312.9582

Port Washington, NY

Sands Point, NY – Spectacular Custom Home

Renovated home set on generous property. This home offers master bedroom with bath, plus 2 additional bedrooms and bath, living room, den, CAC, garage. Walk to LIRR, schools, and shopping. SD #4. MLS# 2842059. $1,149,000. Julie R. Safran, 516.883.2900, c.516.698.4054

Brand new brick residence on gorgeous tree-lined street. Stunning master suite with great closets and fireplace, living, dining and game rooms, outstanding finishes, grand entry foyer, elevator, wine cellar and so much more. SD #4. MLS# 2845049. $3,985,000. Potee Saluja, 516.883.2900, c.917.208.4060

It is with pleasure that Matthew Korn Architecture and Harrison Design announce their merger. Since 1991, award-winning Harrison Design has developed an unparalleled reputation for excellence in design, responsiveness to our clients and thoughtful project execution. Our portfolio reaches worldwide. For over 25 years, Matthew Korn has shaped the built environment of his native New York, informed by a lifetime of study, practice, building and design. harrisondesign.com

516-626-2800 Atlanta - Los Angeles - New York - St. Simons - Santa Barbara - Shanghai - Washington, DC

A collection of elegant handcrafted white vases from Montes Doggett create consistency but add dimension, $50 to $130.

White + One sits at the very end of the strip of Main Street, just overlooking the waterfront. Upon walking through its doors, visitors can’t help but feel as though they’ve been transported into the pages of a pictureperfect catalog. Complete with furniture, unique lighting fixtures and elegant accessories, White + One has the means to turn any home into a work of art. Susan Micelotta, owner of White + One, is not your average purveyor of home goods. Her true passion is interior design,

and each item in her store is handpicked according to her eye for beauty and predictions for upcoming trends. Micelotta shares her thoughts regarding what we’ll see in the upcoming autumn months. Last fall was highlighted by pops of deep purple, similar to the accents of dark and royal blue we can expect to see this fall. When it comes to blending different tones and hues, the key is to begin with a neutral palette and build from there. Don’t be afraid to mix and match

Photo by Nicole Lockwood

Light up any room with tabletop candle holders from Global Views, which are available in an assortment of colors, sizes and styles, $47.50. Stick to your favorite or mix and match to create your very own aroma with scents from 5th & Madison Room Diffusers, which will keep the whole house smelling fresh for months, $36 to $48.

PORT WASHINGTON MAGAZINE

furniture and accessories in various shades of gray, brown and beige. Though nontraditional, mixing metals is a rising trend we will begin to see in high-end interior design. Brass with silver, silver with gold or a combination of all of the above is sure to catch the eye and give a room added dimension. “People tend to be cautious of mixing and matching metals, but there’s nothing to fear,” says the store owner. Black is the new black when it comes to accent pieces. A small black centerpiece or black frames spread across the walls will break up the neutral base or whiteness of any room. “Black is bolder than ever,” says Micelotta. Who says art has to be pretentious? Illuminate a clean wall with off-beat modern art by local and independent artists. The designer prefers scouting surrounding neighborhoods for one-of-a-kind masterpieces, rather than purchasing from any mass retailer. Micelotta’s talent for identifying what’s hot before it’s hot is what makes White + One a great Main Street attraction. To make your home stand out from the rest, and impress anyone who steps foot through the front door, take a trip to White + One and see what Micelotta has in store. Find the latest home accessories at White + One at 309 Main Street on Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Disperse bronze cotton plants from Sullivans throughout any room in vases of different shapes to play up the metallic look, $10.50 each.

Photos by Nicole Lockwood (far left and far right)

Serve your guests in style on these fashionable and functional Made Goods trays with wooden detailing, $1,200.

C A M P B E L L’ S c a r p e t

s e r v i c e

New Carpet Sales & Installations Wo o d F l o o r i n g & L u x u r y Vi n y l Carpet & Area Rug Cleaning Upholstery Cleaning Tile & Grout Cleaning

413 Main Street • Port Washington 883-8509 www.campbells-carpet.com

Don’t Worry, Be Happy The Community Synagogue’s new program offers the gift of happiness By Rachel Hirschheimer

appiness is in the foods we eat, the water we drink, the steps we take. So, why is it so difficult for people to get happy? If it was easy, people wouldn’t be battling depression, anxiety and stress. Our lives in the 21st century are busy, hectic and constantly moving. When do we ever take a step back, live in the moment and enjoy where we are and what we’re doing? The Happiness Group at The Community Synagogue was started this year to promote happiness and focus on how to get happy. If you’re feeling like you need to find yourself and discover how to become happier, then this program is definitely a viable option for you.

PORT WASHINGTON MAGAZINE

Right: Melissa Halpern, Cynthia Litman, Rabbi Danny Burkeman, Hayley Foster and Macha Einbender have been discovering new ways to make people happier.

Founded by Rabbi Danny Burkeman, Cynthia Litman, Melissa Halpern, Macha Einbender and Hayley Foster in the beginning of January, this committed team has been endlessly discovering new ways to make people happier. The idea of creating the Happiness Group came to Rabbi Burkeman when he noticed how many people were posting about ways to get happy all over Facebook. He knew that with his guidance and the help of a few women in the community, he could make a difference in the lives of many people. The Happiness Group brainstormed about what the group would look like and came up with three elements. The first would be to have an active Facebook group,

where people could regularly interact and have a conversation about the topic of happiness. Every day, members who Like and follow the page are constantly encouraged with inspiring quotes. The second element was to have face-to-face interactions with people at specific events. The first event was Happiness in Your Mind, Body and Soul; the second was Happiness in Movement and Body; and the third was Happiness with Our Loved Ones. And, there are plenty more events planned for the future. The final piece to the Happiness Group was journaling. “We gave

out over 100 journals to people to encourage them to journal,” says Rabbi Burkeman. “Studies and the research shows that journaling, whether a gratitude journal or just general reflections, helps encourage people to live a happier life.” One of the founders of the Happiness Group, entrepreneur Hayley Foster, has been emceeing many of the events. She opens each session with either an article or piece of literature she has read about happiness or discusses a TED Talks video she has watched. When it comes to self-happiness and fulfillment, Foster takes a personal stand. “I was in an

“

Whenever I was with this ‘happy crew,’ I was actually happier.

”

—Melissa Halpern unhappy marriage, an unhappy business partnership and I always say to people that I chose happy because I didn’t want to live a life of unhappiness,” she says. For Foster, happiness is a choice. “[Some people] choose drama, people choose sadness, people choose depression and anxiety,” she continues. “I believe that the mind is so powerful that if you convince your brain to fake being happy, then eventually you will be, because then you’re not really faking it. At the end

of the day, you will be happier.” Cynthia Litman, another member of the Happiness Group, feels that everyone deserves to be happy. “Wouldn’t it be amazing if more people spent time focusing on deepening their happiness quotient?” asks Litman. This mission has greatly impacted her own life, because it reminds her to choose happy. “There are many moments of sadness, struggle and challenges we all face and it often takes a lot of work to find happiness,” she

says. “The Happiness Group is a monthly return to happiness.” Meditation expert and certified Gabrielle Bernstein coach Macha Einbender was brought into the Happiness Group to lead and teach meditation. At the first event, Einbender opened with a meditation, which connected everyone in the room. Einbender sees the need for happiness in everyone’s life. When people are involved in the Happiness Group, it can help make their lives a little easier after each event. “Everybody wants to be happy,” she says.” With all of this crazy stuff happening in the world, it is just a nice thing to be able to participate in something that is so uplifting.” Meditation can be difficult for many. One of the biggest misconceptions about meditating is that you’re supposed to clear your mind of all thoughts. However, if people trying to meditate

DR. MARLENE L. LEVY PhD, DAAPM

DONATE YOUR CAR FOR HOMELESS PETS!

BRIEF COGNITIVE HYPNOTHERAPY • Pain Reduction • Anxiety, Stress Management • Test Anxiety • Weight Reduction

CONSULTANT - The American Society of Clinical Hypnosis [ASCH.NET]

Animal League America’s Vehicle Donation Program makes donating a vehicle fast and easy, offering you a great way to support our no-kill mission! For complete details about donating a vehicle or additional information regarding Tax Benefits, Donations Tips and Frequently Asked Questions, visit animalautos.org or call 1-800-752-6462.

[The ONLY Society in the US to Certify Master Level and above State Licensed Health Care Providers]

DON'T FORGET!

DIPLOMATE/FACULTY - “American Academy of Pain Management”

North Shore Animal League America has HUNDREDS of puppies, kittens, dogs and cats to choose from! Mixed-breeds, purebreds, small breeds too!

PRESIDENT/FACULTY - “New York Society of Clinical Hypnosis” [NYSCH.ORG]

NY State Licensed professional • 25+ years of professional experience, CD recordings of each clinical hypnosis session Hypnotherapy not accepted by insurance companies Psychotherapy accepted by all

516.944.3885

OPEN DAILY FOR ADOPTIONS SUN - THURS 10 AM - 9 PM FRI - SAT 10 AM - 10 PM

25 Davis Avenue • Port Washington, NY • 516.883.7575 • animalleague.org

contemplate their thoughts during the process, it can change everything. In Einbender’s belief, “Meditation is an amazing gift and tool that you can give yourself.” It can make a person happier because it can easily decrease anxiety and worries. Health coach Melissa Halpern was asked to become involved in the Happiness Group by her friends Cynthia Litman and Hayley Foster. “Whenever I was with this ‘happy crew,’ I was actually happier,” says Halpern,

We welcome everyone to come grow stronger in faith, through worship and education, nurture warm friendships and help our Port neighbors in need. · You’ll love the warm friendships within a spiritual environment · Your children will love attending Kids’ Klub, a Christ-centered spiritual formation program on Tuesday afternoons & Sunday mornings.

Join us in church or online and receive our welcome! Worship: Sunday 10 AM Kids’ Klub: Tuesday 4 PM, Sunday 10 AM Bible Study: Tuesday 10:15 AM Prayer Session: Sunday 9:15 AM 12 Franklin Avenue Port Washington, NY 11050 lutheranchurchportwashington.com E-Mail: OurSaviorChurch@optimum.net Phone: 516-767-0603 Fax: 516-767-1064

whose goal for the project is to “spread the word about how beneficial attending groups like this can be so that other communities might establish their own happy groups.” The Happiness Group has had many different professionals and specialists speak at meetings, and they have helped the participants become happier. “We have had a date specialist helping people one date at a time,” says Rabbi Burkeman. “We have had three yoga instructors, a wellness coach, a meditation guide, a couple of ladies who are entrepreneurs, a psychologist, a social worker and a range of other speakers who are both part of the community and not part of the community.” The goal of this project is to spread happiness not just to members, but to the community. Rabbi Burkeman adds,“All are welcome to join us and to learn so we can try and make our lives happier.”

The Rabbi feels that religious leaders have a job to make religion relevant in the modern world. “I think people in the modern world are really crying out for happiness,” he says. When he asks people what they want to be, the most frequent response he gets is “happy.” Rabbi Burkeman assures, “We as a synagogue have a role in encouraging that.” To find out more about the Happiness Group’s upcoming events, Like them on Facebook at TCS Happiness Group or go to www.commsyn.org.

The Happiness Group has had experts speak on many different topics.

PORT WASHINGTON MAGAZINE

A Studio to Call

HOME Berest Dance Center has been raising dancers for 40 years By Nicole Lockwood

ance can be described as the visual expression of the heart, and no one has more of it than Olga Berest, founder and owner of Berest Dance Center in Port Washington. For the past 40 years, Berest’s studio has served as a place for education, a center of performing arts and, above all else, a home away from home. “When I think about 40 years, it’s not about how I grew, it’s about how I am a community resource,” says Berest. “It’s not about how fabulous my teachers are, which they are, and how many genres we have in this school and the fact that our population of teenagers is the highest on Long Island. That’s not what I remember. I remember what kids say and how they felt.” Though it appears small from the outside, the Colonial-style building on South Washington Street contains three floors of studios that have been graced by some of the most talented dancers throughout Long Island. Berest Dance Center has produced dancers who have continued on to perform on Broadway and in national and international companies. Berest’s own daughter, Heather Berest, toured professionally with the notorious Paul Taylor Dance Company for 10 years, and has since returned to the studio as both an instructor and creative director. However, what the center prides itself on most is not the achievements of its pupils, but rather its role in the community. “Berest became a safe haven for them,” says Berest. “It became a place where they could be themselves, a place where they could grow their identity, a place where they bonded with their friends and they grew in technique, a place they would always remember.” When Berest Dance Center opened its doors in 1976, the number of competing dance studios that were not New York City Olga Berest has been operating Berest Dance Center from the Colonialstyle building on South Washington Street for the past 40 years. Her daughter, Heather Berest, who toured professionally for 10 years, returned to the studio to be an instructor and creative director.

based was slim, but that would soon change. Studios similar to Berest’s began to emerge in towns across Long Island, but none proved to be a threat. The homey atmosphere and welcoming energy that visitors can’t help but feel upon entering the building have been the driving forces behind its success for the past four decades. Berest proudly retains several college essays and personal letters from past students who reflect upon the dance studio that essentially raised them. Berest recalls one moment that brought her to tears and reminds her that Berest Dance Center is more than just an institution of dance education and instruction. “Last week an SUV pulled up and a young woman about 45 jumped out. She was teary eyed and she ran over to me and said, ‘Olga, I had to stop. You taught me from when I was 3 all the way through high school.’ She had a little girl in the back who was 3 years old. She said ‘I’m in California now, but my little girl takes class and I just hope I can bring her to a school like this one. The safe haven that I felt when I was in your school I will never forget.’” Berest never anticipated the size and scale that the center currently boasts. What began as a program with 10 students filling about four classes has grown into a local attraction encompassing nearly 600 students and 100 classes a week on average. Olga Berest welcomes dancers of all ages and skill sets.

Refinishing Hardwood

Our 43 yr. old family business is built on our father’s dedication to good, old-fashioned, friendly customer service. We take it very seriously to meet the standards our parents have set for us. We are committed to providing first quality service as affordable & efficiently as possible. Check out our 5-star reviews at www.customerlobby.com

Internationally Recognized Long Island’s Finest

EXPERT INSTALLATIONS Call or visit our showroom today!

Hardwood • Bamboo • Laminate • Vinyl • Carpet Organic Wool • Cork • Wood Refinishing

we sell, …we buy. …we appraise Period Furniture Fine Art & Objects of Virtue

Proudly Serving Long Island for Over 43 Years

49 Manorhaven Blvd, Port Washington

Nassau Lic. #111503670000

516.883.2159

Suffolk Lic. #32030-11

info@anthonysworldoffloors.com • www.anthonysworldoffloors.com

289 Main Street Port Washington www.StamGallery.com 516.883.1104

BRIONI HUGO BOSS JOHN VARVATOS OXXFORD

47 GLEN COVE ROAD, GREENVALE 625-1787 SHOP ONLINE AT VICTORTALBOTS.COM

Visit our conveniently located Port Washington branch at 167 Shore Road • Port Washington, NY 11050 (516) 883-8200 • myNYCB.com

Now You Can Bank

For more information, call (877) 786-6560 or visit myNYCB.com Equal Opportunity Lender

All services not available at all locations.

Classes are open to dancers of all ages and skill sets. Whether beginner or expert, 5 years old or 18 years old, there is a class for everyone, encompassing genres such as ballet, pointe, modern, tap, hip-hop, jazz and musical theater. The center has a special company comprised of the most elite and dedicated students, however they do not perform competitively as many others do. Berest is committed to maintaining a level of comfort and enjoyability for her dancers. With 40 years under her belt, Berest is more than satisfied with the impact her studio has had on the surrounding community. As for the future, her only wish is that her legacy lives on through her daughter and the direction in which she takes Berest Dance Center. She has faith that her daughter is beyond capable of maintaining a high-caliber studio, yet she has no intentions of retiring anytime soon. “I’m not ready to retire,” says Berest. “The day I wake up and say ‘Oh my, another day at the studio,’ will be the day. It’s just not happening.” Berest Dance Center is located at 12 South Washington Street. For more information, visit www.berestdance.com or call 516-944-6687. At Berest Dance Center, there’s a class for everyone, whether ballet, pointe, modern, tap, hip-hop, jazz or musical theater.

We are Wall Streeters & Artists Orthodox & Questioning Gay & Straight Yankees & Mets Interfaith Couples & Lifelong Members

We are The Congregational Church of Manhasset Sunday Service at 10 AM Sunday School, ages 3-18, 10 AM (September-June)

Rev. Jimmy Only Rev. Lori Burgess Tel: (516) 627-4911 www.uccmanhasset.org

Bringing the Bay For 20 years, this water lover has been transporting residents by boat

By Leigh Anderson

Matt Meyran created Port Water Taxi to share his love of being out on the water.

PORT WASHINGTON MAGAZINE

Photos by Leigh Anderson (2)

hen we say we go with the flow, it means the tide comes in and the tide goes out, and we go wherever it takes us,” says Matt Meyran, who founded the Port Washington Water Taxi in 1996. He has been out on the bay since what he describes as “negative numbers,” referring to when his mother went fishing while she was expecting him. The relaxed, friendly style of the Port Water Taxi has brought both locals and out-of-towners to Manhasset Bay for water tours since its inception 20 years ago. “You come down, you get an ice cream cone, you get a cocktail and you get on the boat,” Meyran says, exhibiting the carefree atmosphere he likes to foster. Because he practically grew up on the water, Meyran was shocked when he found out that there were Port Washington residents who had spent their whole lives living so close to the bay without ever experiencing being on the water. He created the water taxi largely because he noticed people who didn’t have boats showing interest in getting out on the bay. “I wanted people to enjoy the water like I enjoy the water, to get out there and be on the bay with their families,” Meyran says, as he describes how peaceful and liberating it feels to be out in the middle of the harbor. The water taxi, which operates from 8 a.m. until midnight on weekends and 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekdays, offers a variety of tour options from 15- to 90-minutes long. The Library Tours provide historical information about Port Washington and the surrounding area. Some of the topics covered on these tours focus on the area’s extensive wildlife, including seals, turtles, osprey and dolphins; the clamming industry dating back to the Dutch settlers; and Port Washington’s history of sand mining, which played a crucial role in producing much of the concrete used to construct New York City. On-board discussions are not limited to these subjects; Meyran stresses the importance of going with the flow, and steering the conversation in a direction that interests the specific group of passengers. Perhaps the most intriguing tour is the excursion to Execution Rocks Lighthouse, which provides the option of allowing visitors to spend a night there. The lighthouse, which is owned by Craig Morrison, founder of Historically Significant Structures Inc., provides guests with what Meyran describes as a “kickback atmosphere” for the overnight stay. While at the lighthouse, guests can climb the tower, look out over the water at Manhattan, appreciate the sounds of the wildlife and perhaps see fireworks, says Morrison. “Tranquil and beautiful” are the words he uses to describe the

to You

“

location, adding that “it’s a remarkable place to be…in the middle of the Long Island Sound.” The lighthouse has two bedrooms that each accommodate two guests, which are available for overnight rental on Saturdays for $300 per room or $250 for one I want [people] to feel what I person. Guests bring their own sleeping bags, feel…freedom on the water. coolers, food and water, but cots and a grill are available at the lighthouse. Morrison encourages people who are uncertain —Matt Meyran about sleeping over to experience a tower climb first, so they can get a better idea of what being there is like. As a state and federal nonprofit organization, Historically Significant Structures Inc. relies on donations and admission fees to fund the $1 million needed to complete the restoration project. Learn more about Execution Rocks Lighthouse at www.lighthouserestorations.org. Other popular tour options are offered aboard the 47-foot Charles II. The adults-only Sunset Tour, which provides a casual yet romantic hour-and-a-half trip around Manhasset Bay and the Long Island Sound, concludes with a breathtaking sunset over the Manhattan skyline. This 7 to 9:30 p.m. tour encourages passengers to bring their own food and drinks, relax and enjoy the view.

”

The Sunset Tour offers stunning views of Manhasset Bay and Long Island Sound.

ROCK AND ROLL EYEWEAR As a working musician in local L.I. clubs [as well as being a great Optician], I have grown up studying the coolest Rock and Roll Styles. Come to me, let me assist you in selecting frames to suit you and you’ll walk out looking like a ROCK STAR! Remember, at IN FOCUS EYEWEAR, our motto is: SEE WELL.... LOOK GREAT!

40 Pleasant Avenue

Port Washington, ny

516-883-1131

Free Eyeglass Adjustments whether you’re a customer or not

happymontessori@aol.com Happymontessori.com

IN FOCUS • 516-248-0414 IN FOCUS • 516-248-0414 IN FOCUS • 516-248-0414 IN FOCUS • 516-248-0414

SPORTS SAFETY GLASSES

20% OFF Your Complete Pair

UPGRADE YOUR CLEAR LENSES TO TRANSITIONS

BUY ONE GET ONE

ALWAYS

Complete Pair of Eyewear

Senior • Police Firefighters & Service Organizations

50% OFF 10% OFF

For Only Includes Frame With Purchase of Any Complete Add’l & Polycarbonate Lenses Pair at Regular Price With coupon. Cannot be combined With coupon. Cannot be combined With coupon. Cannot be combined with other offers.Expires 10/31/16. with other offers.Expires 10/31/16. with other offers.Expires 10/31/16.

For children, teens, adults & seniors • Specialist in difficult prescriptions, low vision • Eyeglasses • Contact Lenses • UFT Provider • Authorized NYS DMV vision screening provider • EYEMED network provider • Eye exams by licensed optometrist available by appointment

USE YOUR FLEX SPENDING DOLLARS HERE FOR ALL YOUR EYE CARE NEEDS! Visit us on

@ InFocus Eyewear for great Internet specials

1015 WILLIS AVENUE, ALBERTSON, NY 11507 (Plenty of FREE Parking)

516-248-0414

WWW.INFOCUSOPTICIAN.COM

M-F 10am-6pm • Sat 10am-4pm • Sun Closed

Celebrating the Joy of Discovery

Also noteworthy are the City Island Restaurant Tour, which transports 10 passengers to a restaurant on City Island, and the Great Gatsby tour, which highlights the importance of Manhasset Bay in the creation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s acclaimed novel. But, if you simply want to enjoy a short outing on the bay, 15-minute tours are offered for just $5. Enjoy the serenity of the sound of the waves against the boat, the flapping of the terns and the nautical experience. Being a local, welcoming business has been important to Meyran throughout his career, and it’s his priority to make visitors feel as much at home as the locals. “The water taxi invites people into Port Washington to visit our community and feel welcome,” he says, and one of the ways he does that is to provide two days of free mooring for long-distance travelers. Meyran wants to promote the water taxi as a simple, inexpensive way to unwind on the water and appreciate time well spent with loved ones. “I want [people] to feel what I feel…freedom on the water,” Meyran says. “It’s a calming, beautiful place to be…I want them to feel calm and happy and glad to be alive.” For more information on the Port Washington Water Taxi’s services and tour prices, visit www.portwatertaxi.com. For tour reservations, availability and information about private parties, call 516-767-1691.

One of the most fascinating tours is to Execution Rocks Lighthouse, which allows visitors to spend a night.

DELIVERY AVAILABLE

The Best Louisiana Cookin’ at Biscuits & Barbeque

Open for LUNCH EVERY WEEKDAY

Featuring complete lunches from $6.95

Open for DINNER EVERY DAY

Szechwuan and Cantonese Menus

VISIT OUR COCKTAIL LOUNGE Private BANQUET ROOM Available For lunch, cocktails or dinner The Dynasty also offers

UNIQUE CATERING For Your Special Events

405 Main Street Port Washington, NY 11050 at Inspiration Wharf

Lots of Free Parking on the Waterfront Open: Mon.-Thurs. 11:30am-10:00pm Fri.-Sat. 11:30am-11:00pm Sun. 12:30pm-10:00pm

(516) 883-4100 Fax: (516) 883-6822

C a t e r in g LE AVA IL AoBtball &

Fo Including: arties Tailgate P

Ou Mac r Famo u &C hee s se!

106 EAST SECOND STREET MINEOLA, NY 11501

516.493.9797 (Just 2 Blocks East of Roslyn Road)

CALL FOR DAILY SPECIALS EAT- IN OR TAKE OUT

Days & Hours: M-F 11am-9 pm Sat-Sun 10 am-9 pm

Village Club of Sands Point 2017 Promotion: 15 for 12 (15 months for the price of 12) Includes 18 hole golf course, 12 tennis courts, 3 platform tennis courts, baseball and softball fields, Olympic size swimming pool with a view of the bay, basketball court, sand volleyball court, elegant mansion dining rooms, plus casual dining at the Grille.

Join a Full Golf Membership for $15,500 No initiation fee or assessments. Dues must be paid in full Offer begins Labor Day For more information contact the General Manager at 516-944-7400 or email gm@villageclub.org

g H n a i n p l d e s H Neighbors support one another through these philanthropic efforts

Compiled by Sheri ArbitalJacoby

collection of charitable organizations enhance our community in copious ways. To shed light on their missions, we highlight the efforts of several nonprofits, including Landmark on Main Street, a community cultural center, which houses a theater, gym and meeting spaces; PWGreen, which strives to protect natural areas, promote eco-friendly living and provide environmental education; Spectrum Designs Foundation, a social enterprise that offers training and employment to individuals with autism in its decorative apparel business; and Sands Point Preserve Conservancy, which provides year-round educational and cultural programs on the magnificent mansions and grounds of the former Guggenheim Estate.

PORT WASHINGTON MAGAZINE