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n Tuesday, Nov. 7, Americans across the country participated in election day to make their voice heard. The Town of North Hempstead had five races this year for Town Supervisor, Receiver of Taxes and Councilmember for Districts Two, Four and Six. Town of North Hempstead Results (results from the Nassau County Board of Elections): Town Supervisor: • Jennifer DeSena (REP, CON) 26,405 • Jon Kaiman (DEM) 21, 575 Receiver of Taxes: • Mary Jo Collins (REP, CON) 25, 719 • Veronica Lurvey (DEM) 21,641 Councilmember District Two: • Edward Scott (REP, CON) 3,749 • Peter J. Zuckerman (DEM) 3,621 Councilmember District Four: • Christine Liu (DEM) 4,793 • James W. Gounaris (REP, CON) 3,455 Councilmember District Six: • Mariann Dalimonte (DEM) 6,034 • David C. Franklin (REP, CON) 2,854

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Berman didn’t run this election, leading Mary Jo Collins and Veronica Lurvey to campaign for Receiver of Taxes. Collins won the race for the town’s Receiver of Taxes.

“I’m very, very pleased at the results, and it’s just really honoring that the voters of North Hempstead have elected me to be the new receiver of Taxes. I am very happy that the Republican Party prevailed,” said Collins. “It’s an opportunity for me to use my experience in finance and bring a business perspective to the role. That might be creating efficiencies in the office to try to improve. For example, are there ways that we can make paying taxes easier or more accessible?”

Scott was elected into the position of District Two Council member over incumAs the election results were released, bent Councilmember Zuckerman. District Anton Media Group reached out to the Two includes Albertson, East Hills, East Town of North Hempstead elected officials Williston, Glenwood Landing, Greenvale, to discuss their win and plans for beginning Herricks, Manhasset Hills, Roslyn Harbor, their new term.

Roslyn Heights and Searingtown.

Town of North Hempstead Supervisor Scott didn’t respond to Anton Media DeSena was reelected into her second term Group by press time. The following quote as town supervisor. is from his campaign website, edited down “I’m very thankful that the taxpayers of for brevity.

North Hempstead put their faith in me to “As President of the Albertson Square lead the town for the next two years,” said Civic Association, Edward Scott knows Supervisor DeSena. “I vow to continue to what it takes to bring people together and run this town with a taxpayer-first principle, be a voice for positive change. He knows and I look forward to continuing to deliver what it takes to improve our quality of life a good government agenda and the best in the Town of North Hempstead and will services at the lowest cost possible.” deliver these same positive results throughIncumbent Receiver of Taxes Charles out the town,” reads Edward’s website

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bio. “Hard work, giving back and standing up for what’s right are three principles Edward’s parents taught him as a young man. It’s these beliefs that led Edward into a lifetime of public service. Edward Scott will work to repave more roads, schedule street sweeping, illegal housing, and neighborhood eyesores. He will work in a bi-partisan way to achieve real results for the people of North Hempstead.”

Christina Liu has been elected as the Councilmember for District Four. District Four includes areas of Manhasset and the unincorporated Allenwood area of Great Neck, as well as the Villages of Great Neck, Kensington, Kings Point, North Hills, Roslyn, Roslyn Estates and Thomaston.

In a press release from Liu, she said, “I am humbled and honored to be elected by the residents of the Fourth Council District and I have so many people to thank on this journey. This victory isn’t just about me; it’s about all of us. It is about electing the first Asian American Town Council Member in the 239-year history of the Town of North Hempstead. Our victory reflects the changing demographics of the Town, and I look forward to using my position to create positive change for our entire community. I will represent everyone, of all backgrounds.”

“I didn’t set out to make history when I decided to run for office,” said Liu. “I ran because I wanted my neighbors to feel that they had access and representation in their

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government. For far too long, our community has felt they didn’t have a voice. I promised to be their voice and I will keep that promise.”

Incumbent Councilmember Dalimonte was reelected to continue to represent District Six. District Six encompasses Port Washington, Sands Point, Manorhaven, Baxter Estates, Plandome Manor, Flower Hill, Port Washington North, Plandome, Munsey Park and Plandome Heights.

“I am so excited about being reelected.

I’ve worked so hard the last four years; the community came out strong to support me, to show me that they want me to continue in office. And that, to me, is just priceless,” said Dalimonte. “I’m honored to represent them again for the next four years. I’m truly grateful to every single person who came out to vote for me. It’s unbelievable. I thank them from the bottom of my heart for believing in me, and I will always advocate for them.”

“I cannot wait to continue cleaning up Manhasset Bay, completing the Town Dock project and focusing on our infrastructure, getting our roads paved,” said Dalimonte.

“I am really looking forward to advocating and doing things for our community. And what we really need to get done is to be dredging Manhasset Bay.” The incumbents voted to stay in office will continue their work and the newly elected officials will assume their positions in the new year.

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NEIGHBORS IN THE NEWS Math Enrichment Class Learns A Sweet Lesson Seventh Grade learns how math skills may be used in the real world, in the Saint Mary’s Elementary School math enrichment class “Everyday Math” with Mrs. Gagliano.

Students used their knowledge of ratios to make sure they had enough ingredients to make cookie dough for the whole class. And it was a treat to sample the cookie dough at the end.

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Practicing math sure is sweet for this enrichment class.

The Manhasset High School class of 1989 celebrated their 34th reunion recently.

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Manhasset Lakeville Fire Department Assists Just before 1:30pm on November 4th the Port Washington Fire Department was alerted for a car vs building with a person trapped under the car at West Marine, 16 Soundview Market Place in the village of Port Washington North.

Upon arrival of the first due unit, Assistant Chief Donald Reese advised that the pedestrian was out from under the car and had a leg injury. Chief of Department Matthew Kerin requested ManhassetLakeville Volunteer Fire Department for a second ambulance. Both the pedestrian and the driver of the vehicle were transported to a local hospital with injuries.

Just after 12:30 on November 5, the Port Washington Fire Department was alerted for a fire in the laundry room of a home on Marwood Road in the village of Manorhaven. Chief of Department Matthew Kerin had arrived first due and confirmed a fire in the basement laundry room of a 2 story, 2 family dwelling and transmitted a signal 10 “working fire”.

Engine 855 was the first due engine and stretched a handline to the basement fire, located in a dryer. The fire was quickly extinguished and the crew from ladder 8519 confirmed no extension after overhauling.

Fans were set up to remove smoke and high levels of carbon monoxide.

The pancake breakfast was a huge success.

The car in the storefront.

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There were no injuries to any of the occupants or firefighters.

The PWFD was assisted by standby units from the Plandome Fire Department, Manhasset-Lakeville Volunteer Fire Department, Great Neck Vigilant Fire Company and the Roslyn Highlands Volunteer Fire Co. —From the Port Washington Fire Department Facebook Page

The orchestra provided entertainment.

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Kiwanis Club Of Manhasset-Port Washington Pancake Breakfast The Kiwanis Club of Manhasset-Port Washington held their annual Pancake Breakfast fundraiser on November 5 at the Manhasset high school cafeteria. There was live music from the high school orchestra and a 50/50 raffle.

Established in 1939, the Kiwanis Club of Manhasset-Port Washington has one true passion -- to serve the children of the world,

one family and one child at a time. They are part of the global service club, Kiwanis International, serving in over 88 countries worldwide. Every year the Kiwanis family of clubs will devote more than 19 million hours of service to helping those in need with over 152,000 projects.

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Anton Media Group’s Mineola headquarters at 132 E. Second St. will be one of the official drop-off places for this year’s Marines Toys for Tots program. The drive just started and the final day for pick-up is Dec. 15. All gifts must be unwrapped and we are looking for all age toys for boys and girls as well as any generic toys. Inflation has made it tough this year but even one or two items per person will make such a big difference.

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MAKE THE HOLIDAYS BRIGHTER FOR VETERANS – BECOME A SECRET SOLDIER SANTA For several years we have reached out to you for your support of the Secret Soldier Santa program at the Northport VA Medical Center (NVAMC) and your overwhelmingly generous response enabled its success. We would like to call upon you once again.

This year we are going to combine our clothing Gift Bag program with our gift card program. Similar to last year, we will use your donations to purchase gift cards that will be distributed to our Veterans for use in purchasing holiday gifts for their children.

This empowerment to purchase the gift items their children would love to receive is one of the greatest gifts we can give a Veteran. We are working to raise money to purchase these gift cards from major stores and your donations will help make this happen. The program is administered by Social Services at the NVAMC. In addition, we received approval to deliver clothing Gift Bags for the holidays for our Veterans in the residences at the NVAMC. This was a pre-pandemic program that was discontinued for the past few years, and we are happy to see it return. As a result, when you contribute to the Secret Soldier Santa program, you will be donating to both the children of Veterans and Veterans in residence at the NVAMC. On Saturday, November 18th, from 9:30 am until 4:30 pm, our American Legion Auxiliary members will be in the back outdoor section of Raindew in Manhasset

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accepting monetary donations for Secret Soldier Santa. We are very grateful to Raindew for their continued support of our Veterans and the American Legion Auxiliary’s ongoing programs. This is a very generous and patriotic gesture on their part.

Post 304 of the Manhasset American Legion, 27 Bayview Avenue, will also be open on Saturday, November 18th, from 9:30 am until 4:30 pm, to accept donations for this worthy cause.

Donations may be made in cash, by check, or by credit card. A QR code will be available for your use. Checks should be made payable to American Legion Auxiliary and may be dropped off on November 18th or mailed to American Legion Auxiliary, 27 Bayview Avenue, Manhasset, NY 11030.

American Legion Auxiliary Manhasset Unit 304 is a 501(c)(19) tax exempt organization.

All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.

Please join us in spreading cheer to those who have sacrificed so much in the service of our great nation and in the preservation of our freedoms. Thank you for all you have done and continue to do for our Veterans.

May you each be blessed in abundance at this beautiful holiday season.

For additional information, please feel free to contact Pat O’Brien at 516-850-5702 or patobrien17@msn.com.

—Patricia O’Brien, President, American Legion Auxiliary Manhasset Unit 304

Guidance Center’s 70th Anniversary Celebration Raises $230,000

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t was a night to remember at North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center’s 70th Anniversary Celebration in 70s Style, held on Oct. 26, at North Hempstead Country Club. The event raised over $230,000 to support the Guidance Center, Long Island’s premier nonprofit children’s mental health organization.

The evening’s music was provided by Peat Moss and the Fertilizers, who filled the air with a variety of disco and boogie hits from the 70s, staying true to the event’s theme and keeping guests on the dance floor throughout the night.

Carol Bottiglieri, the mother of a longtime Guidance Center client shared an emotional account of her son’s struggle with depression, anxiety, and substance use. “Without North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center, our family would be broken today,” she shared with the audience.

“Because of the therapy and support given to us by the Guidance Center, we remain a strong, united family, continuing to help my son achieve a healthy, happy, independent life.” Carol’s story brought guests to

tears and received a standing ovation.

Guidance Center Executive Director/ CEO Kathy Rivera proudly honored the rich history of the organization she now leads, which spans seven decades. “I stand on the shoulders of giants and would not be speaking to you all tonight without their invaluable contributions,” she said of her predecessors. “The reason we have been able to bring hope and healing to the community for 70 years is thanks to them, and to all of you who support our mission.”

Guidance Center Board President Alexis Siegel acknowledged the sad tragedies occurring throughout the world and thanked the Guidance Center for helping members of the community receive the emotional support needed. “Though we can’t change the atrocities that are happening around us, we do have a say in how we choose to respond,” she said. “The Center is a lifeline to so many families struggling to find peace and a way forward through the darkness.

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Additionally, NYSDOT will continue to alert drivers of overheight vehicles that consumer GPS and cell phone mapping systems do not include warnings for bridge heights, which puts them at risk of collisions.

The Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee visited motor carrier inspection sites to hand out information on bridge strikes and how to prevent them.

This enforcement blitz comes after the recent installment of additional warnings along many roads in Nassau and Suffolk counties. Thousands of new, highly reflective signs and pavement markings have been installed at more than 700 select locations to improve driver awareness and enhance safety on some of the busiest highways in both Nassau and Suffolk. The new measures meet or exceed all state and federal highway standards for safety.

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“Bridge strikes are potentially hazardous to motorists and first responders and have caused needless inconveniences for local communities – but these incidents are 100 percent preventable,” Governor Hochul said. “While we have implemented measures and technologies across the state to help prevent bridge strikes, nothing is more powerful than knowledge. Drivers of overheight vehicles have a responsibility here as well: follow posted warnings, know the height of vehicles and most importantly pay attention.”

New York State Police have been patroling areas of known bridge hits and parkways in an effort to prevent commercial motor vehicles and oversized vehicles from colliding with an overpass. They also coordinated enforcement details with local law enforcement commercial vehicle inspectors in areas that have high occurrences of bridge strikes.

In coordination with the enforcement campaign, State Police, the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT), the Thruway Authority and the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee raised awareness through various social media channels.

The NYSDOT’s campaign, “Check Your Height, Know It’s Right,” is designed to ensure that drivers know the height of their vehicles so they know if they can safely make it under any and all bridges. It will feature numerous videos, graphics and photos, and social media messages. The aim of the

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Sweet Corn Bread Grab n’ Go Celebrate Thanksgiving with Chef Rob by making this delicious sweet corn bread.

The Manhasset Public Library will offer a grab and go kit from November 20 to 22. Registration is required and opens November 19. This activity is limited to one kit per family and is appropriate for grades two and up Everyone gets a kit with all of the non-perishable materials included, plus a video and the recipe. For more information contact mplkids@manhassetlibrary.org or (516) 627-2300 ext. 301.

Manhasset High School Theater Department presents Anastasia.

Showtimes will be November 16, 17, and 18 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, November 20 at 2:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at: https://www.showtix4u.com/ event-details/77481

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Katie Oppo Research Fund: Night at the Museum 7-10 p.m. Cocktails, dinner and art auction. We are looking forward to having you join us for our night at the museum dinner THURSDAY, NOV. 23 and art auction at the Nassau County Happy Thanksgiving!

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t’s not every day you get to meet American Airlines’ first ever female pilot, but that’s just what a group of Girl Scouts did at a recent one-of-a-kind aviation program at LaGuardia Airport. The pilot’s name is Bonnie Tiburzi Caputo, and she was among the female aviation professionals the girls interacted with through the course of this opportunity. Each Girl Scout who attended earned an “aviation fun” patch, symbolizing their newfound knowledge and aspirations from learning about American Airlines. They networked with female pilots, flight attendants, and aviation workers over snacks and lunch.

Two of the girls, sisters Mary Rose Murray, 16, and Lily Murray, 13, both of New Hyde Park, spoke about their experience with enthusiasm. “I actually was thinking about being a pilot, and it definitely made me want to do it more…it’s definitely something I’m thinking about,” said Lily.

MaryRose took her first flight in a plane over the summer, so this perspective gave her a new insight into that experience. “I went on a plane for the first time over the summer, actually. So being in one again, but this time it was a more personalized experience, getting to know the ins and outs of the plane and the amount of fuel in front and back.”

The girls were impressed and encouraged by meeting Caputo and the other female staffers. “She (Caputo) was inspiring, the way she was so happy and passionate about her career all these years later. She told us stories about how there were even signs in the lounges that said ‘male pilots and Bonnie too’, because it was just so out of the question for a woman to be in that field at the time. Now it’s common to see it. It’s amazing to me how in only a short span of time it’s become so open,” said Lily.

For MaryRose, the relative size of the cockpit and the number of controls to be memorized made an impression. “We were able to enter the plane and we got to sit in the cockpit. And compared to the rest of the plane, it was pretty cramped, with so many buttons and dials, and it was just amazing to me. The pilots have to memorize all these controls and control the flight. It just blew my mind.”

This initiative aimed to open young minds to potential careers in aviation. More than 150 Girl Scouts were able to board a plane, taxi the runway, learn how planes work, and

The girls got to go inside the crew part of the plane.

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speak with women pilots, mechanics, security staff, and flight crews about their careers.

The partnership with American Airlines was part of the Girl Scouts of Nassau County’s ongoing mission to expose Girl Scouts to science and technology-related careers and connect them with inspirational role models to help empower them as they explore future careers.

“Our goal is really to inspire girls. We want to make sure that we give them role models, people that they may not traditionally see, to let them know that anything is possible. Any career choice they want to do they can explore it. And we’re just trying to

find ways to connect the dots. If they like design and drawing, that can be connected to a science field as well. Just because you like art doesn’t mean you can’t also like science. Whatever they dream and want to be, we want to give them that exposure,” said Kelly Hill, the chief advancement officer at Girl Scouts of Nassau County.

Some recent efforts to expose Girl Scouts to less traditional careers include the annual STEM Conference and STEMrelated journeys, such as a trip to Feinstein Institutes. The STEM Conference, titled “Imagine Your Possibilities,” was presented in conjunction with Hofstra University

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They learned about many aviation careers first hand. and Estee Lauder. “It exposes girls to then say, ‘Oh, I could be a scientist. I could be a doctor. I can even be a professor.’ And we looked for the females in these careers who are already doing it to show them what path they took, what things they did. How did they stay focused in this career path as they were going through high school, in college, to make sure that this was something they wanted to do as a career,” said Hill.

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Howard J. Kopel (REP)...... 73.55 Tanvir Ahmad (DEM).......... 21.28

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Talking To Kids About Tragedy Children are always listening, even to things they may not have the ability to fully comprehend.

Whether it be from social media, school, or adults in their lives, it’s inevitable that kids are hearing about the many tragedies that are occurring throughout the world today. Though a parent’s first instinct may be to shield their child from the anxiety and fear that comes with the unknown, avoiding the topic could leave their child feeling lost and helpless.

Discussing challenging world events with your children is a delicate but necessary task.

By fostering trust, maintaining composure, promoting open communication, addressing social media influence, and helping children cope with anxiety, you can guide them through the complexities of the world while providing them with a safe and supportive environment.

These conversations should be ongoing and adapted to your child’s age and maturity level as they grow and develop.

A foundation of trust Children need to know that they can rely on their parents through hard times. It’s important to have a strong foundation of trust before going into any difficult conversation with

often feeling affected by the stress, anger, and anxiety of their caregivers, so remaining composed while approaching the topic is crucial for effective communication. “Children feed into their parents’ tone, so if they give the information in a calm manner, children will know that they’re safe,” says Dr. Cohen.

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your child. So, what’s the best way to do this? Dr. Sue Cohen, director of Early Childhood and Psychological Services at North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center, highlights the importance of actively listening to your children. By paying attention to what they say, encouraging family conversations, and demonstrating mutual respect, you can build a strong foundation of trust. This is vital in helping your children navigate complex issues and challenges in the world.

Remain calm Before explaining the news to children, it’s essential for parents to come to terms with it themselves. Kids are adept at picking up on adult emotions,

Open communication Parents should strive to understand what their children already know to gauge their exposure to external information. Get a sense of their awareness and correct any misinformation they may have encountered. Allow them to ask questions without judgment and answer them in an age-appropriate manner. For younger kids, assure them that the scary events are happening far away and that they are safe.

For older children, stress the importance of finding reliable information on current events and knowing when to look away from the news.

Addressing social media With the rise of technology and social media, kids today have unfiltered access to events happening anywhere in the world. What once could only be viewed on the nightly news or in the morning paper is now at our children’s fingertips 24/7. It is

important to explain to tweens and teenagers the realities of social media. Anyone can have a platform on sites like TikTok and Instagram, which means that not everything they see is backed up by facts. Media literacy is taught in some schools, but it’s important to continue those lessons at home. Discuss the importance of finding primary sources, understanding biases, and recognizing historical context.

Dealing with anxiety Exposure to tragic events can significantly increase anxiety levels in children, impacting their daily routine, sleep schedules, and eating habits. Dr. Cohen emphasizes the importance of maintaining regular routines, as children thrive on consistency. Encourage children to express their feelings through creative outlets like artwork and music, or by seeking support from a youth group or volunteer service. Staying mentally and physically active can significantly impact how children cope with distressing news.

Remember that support is there for your families as we all navigate this difficult time.

Contact the North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center at 516-626-1971 if you or a loved one are struggling.

Money Can Be A Blessing Or A Curse The book of Kohelet (Ecclesiastes), which the Jewish people read during the festival of Sukkot, is seen by many to be a book of contradictions. In actuality, it’s a book that delves deep into the psychology of human behavior and encourages goodness, wisdom, compassion and good sense. The words of Kohelet are read right after the Day of Judgment and Atonement that are known in Hebrew as Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. It’s a time when Jews may feel especially merry for having successfully passed through these serious days, possibly causing them to go astray.

The words of King Solomon provide a counterbalance to this exuberant relief and guides Jews in how to approach the new year ahead and the gift of life that they’ve been given.

RABBI MOSHE WEISBLUM The book of Kohelet was written by King Solomon, who was the son of King David. Status wise, King Solomon swung quite a pendulum in his life, with times that he was incredibly wealthy and times that he was considered a pauper. Which begs the question, what does

the book of Kohelet have to say about money? In Judaism, there is an inherent understanding that people who are wealthy and people who are poor will each perceive money differently.

Jewish scholars tell us that money can serve as a mirror or window into a person’s values and priorities and reveal his true essence.

There are some people who care only about money. These people will be so dogged in their pursuit of wealth that they may not even live to enjoy the spoils of their efforts. These individuals do not have a balanced approach to the accumulation of their assets, and it is a sense of balance, above all else, that the book of Kohelet encourages in order to lead a satisfying life.

Money can be a blessing or a curse. In chapter two of Kohelet, King Solomon writes that he built homes, palaces, vineyards, gardens, and orchards with his money, all for his pleasure.

However, he warns the reader not to become consumed by his desire for more and not to covet what others have, because ultimately hedonism is meaningless. Money is not the solution to everything. On the contrary, money can be a tremendous source of worry and provide more problems than answers.

Though Judaism encourages the amassing of wealth, it is under the assumption that good will be done with the money earned. Often, though, that is not the case, with a person’s descendants acting contrary to his wishes, and the tests

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Book Fairies I learn a lot about different problems in the world every time I write an article for L.I.G.H.T. FOR CHARITY™ (my acronym for ‘Long Island Giving Help Together For Charity’). This is important, because knowing about a problem is the first step necessary to solve the problem.

In this article I shine a LIGHT on a really wonderful charity based in Freeport, Long Island named BOOK FAIRIES, that is working very hard to help solve the problem of illiteracy throughout Long Island and New York City.

One out of every four people in New York is illiterate. People (and especially children) who cannot read are at much higher risk of suffering from low self-esteem, mental illness, health problems, unemployment and poverty. This is a very time sensitive issue: the sooner that reading can be made a part of a person’s life, the better the chance for positive outcome.

One of the major reasons for Long Island’s illiteracy problem is lack of access to books.

For example, schools without functional libraries. BOOK

change lives and empower communities through the power of reading. You can help by donating money or volunteering your time. Volunteers can help sort books, transport books, host book drives, work at monthly book fairs and do even more to help the important cause.

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is its executive director and I learned a lot from her in researching for this article. Eileen’s favorite children’s book is titled Love You Forever. I haven’t read it yet, but I plan to, and recommend that you all do so as well. I’m thankful that I have the ability to obtain and read almost any book of my choosing through my school or town library, and I

want everyone else to have those same opportunities.

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to his wealth, however, money will come and go, and time is something that cannot be gotten back either. If man spends his time fruitlessly chasing money to ill effect, his life will be devoid of purpose, and he’ll feel like he has failed.

It’s no wonder that so many people walk around in low spirits, feeling like they don’t have enough even when they have plenty, or that they’re not good enough even when there is much to recommend them.

Kohelet urges mankind to keep sight of the golden mean and to stay balanced in all things. This

means his approach to money as well as his attitude and countenance. And if a fellow happens along a man who seems down and depressed, he should use his mouth to offer words of happiness and blessing. Taking the time to cheer another person, and emitting sentiments of hope can heal their soul, bring renewed vigor to their spirit, and even change their destiny. So, take the time to let others know how much they are cared for, because doing so will serve as one small step towards repairing the world.

Please visit BOOK FAIRIES’ website at www.bookfairies.org to learn more about how you can help fight illiteracy and enable people in need to experience the love of reading.

LIGHT for Charity

Kayla Donnenfeld

FAIRIES was formed to help solve this problem by collecting, upgrading and redistributing new and gently used books to under-resourced communities throughout Long Island and New York City. The charity brings books to schools and community organizations that otherwise don’t have the resources to buy them. BOOK FAIRIES has collected and re-distributed over 4 million books since 2012, and its current goal is to continue doing so at the rate of at least 1 million books per year.

There are many different ways that you can help BOOK FAIRIES

and tribulations that result amounting to serious hardship and even corruption. Given the way that money can sometimes be more trouble than it’s worth, the sages advocate for a life of poverty over a life of wealth, because of the purity that abounds in a person who does not have much. Money is best used towards the pursuit of education so that wisdom may be acquired, and with it the knowledge of how to distribute money effectively. Despite a person’s best efforts to hold on

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Using the washable markers, draw gently on the tissue with some bright colors. Next, take the pencil and wind the tissue tightly around it with the marks on the inside. Now, carefully scrunch the tissue down until it is compacted, then remove the pencil. You can use a black marker to make segment lines and eyes. Lay the finished worms on the plate and drop water on the center of their backs. Watch what happens to the worms as the water touches them! You could even have a race to see whose worm gets big the fastest.

These birds have a blunt tongue and eat seeds, buds and some fruits and insects. Many members of the subfamily are simply known as parrots, but other subgroups have more specific names such as macaw, parakeet, conure and lovebird. The African gray parrot is the best talker of the bunch, as they can precisely echo human speech. The Amazon parrots are also proficient mimics and hanging parrots are known for sleeping upside down.

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Keeping Pets Stress-Free During The Holidays

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The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness for many, but it can also be a stressful period, not only for humans but for our furry companions as well. While we’re busy with decorations, parties, and special meals, it’s important to remember that our pets may perceive the holidays differently. The increased activity, visitors, and changes in routine can be sources of stress for them. Here are some essential tips on how to keep your pets stress-free during the holidays.

Routine

One of the best ways to keep your pets stressfree during the holidays is to stick to their regular routine as much as possible. This includes maintaining their regular feeding times, exercise routines, and bathroom breaks. Predictability and familiarity are comforting to pets, and disruptions in their routines can lead to anxiety.

Even though your schedule may be hectic during the holiday season, it’s crucial to ensure that you still provide your pet with the attention and care they’re accustomed to. If you need to make changes due to holiday commitments, try to gradually adjust their schedule in the days leading up to the holidays, so they can adapt more easily.

Safe Haven

With more people coming and going during the holidays, it’s important to provide your pet with a safe and quiet space where they can retreat to if they feel overwhelmed. This could be their crate, a specific room, or a cozy corner with their bed and toys. Make sure that this space is off-limits to guests and that your pet has access to it whenever they need a break.

Consider using soothing music or a white noise machine in their safe space to help drown out the noise of holiday gatherings and fireworks, which can be especially stressful for pets.

Avoid Hazards

Holiday decorations and festive foods can pose serious risks to pets. Items like tinsel, ornaments, and electrical cords can be tempting playthings for curious pets but are dangerous if ingested. To keep your pets safe, secure decorations out of their reach and be vigilant about picking up any fallen ornaments or tinsel.

Certain holiday foods, such as chocolate, grapes, raisins, alcohol, and certain nuts, can be toxic to pets. It’s crucial to keep these foods well out of your pet’s reach and inform your guests about the importance of not feeding them to your furry friend.

Limit Stressors

If your pet is easily stressed by visitors or commotion, it’s a good idea to limit their exposure to these stressors. Not all pets enjoy the company of strangers, so provide a quiet and secure place for them to retreat to when guests arrive. Inform

your guests about your pet’s preferences and ask them to be respectful and not force interactions.

Fireworks and loud holiday parties can be particularly frightening for pets. In the case of fireworks, you can use noise-cancelling headphones or provide your pet with a safe and quiet space, as mentioned earlier. If your pet is particularly anxious, consult your veterinarian for advice on medications or other calming techniques.

Holiday Plants

Many common holiday plants are toxic to pets.

Poinsettias, holly, and mistletoe, for example, can cause digestive upset, lethargy, and other health issues if ingested. Make sure to keep these plants out of your pet’s reach or opt for pet-safe decorations instead.

Quality Time

Amidst the hustle and bustle of the holidays, it’s easy to get caught up in the festivities and overlook the needs of our pets. Remember that your pets are an integral part of your family, and they also require attention and affection. Take some time each day to spend quality time with your pet, whether it’s a walk, playtime, or simply snuggling on the couch.

Gift Wrap and Packaging

Gift wrap, ribbons, and packaging materials can be intriguing to pets, but they can also be harmful if ingested. After unwrapping gifts, be sure to collect and Twins Loretta Lynn (Great Pyrenees) and Harriet (miniature bull terrier) dispose of these materials promptly. Small items like of New Hyde Park, have a special pampering routine during the holidays ribbons and string can be particularly hazardous if when guests are expected. Christy Hinko swallowed, potentially causing intestinal blockages.

Candles and Fires

Candles and fireplaces often play a significant role in holiday ambiance. However, they can pose risks to pets. Make sure to keep candles and open flames out of your pet’s reach, as they may be tempted to investigate and could get burned. Use pet-proof covers for your fireplace and ensure that it’s safely contained.

Consult with a Vet

If you notice significant changes in your pet’s behavior or suspect that they are experiencing extreme stress during the holidays, it’s wise to consult with your veterinarian. They can provide guidance on how to manage your pet’s stress and may suggest medications or supplements to help keep them calm.

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Winter Fashion Trends Fall fashion trends embrace cozy and chic styles. Oversized sweaters, earthy tones, and chunky boots define the season’s aesthetic, while leather pieces and knitwear add an edge of sophistication. Accessories like scarves and hats complete the look, blending warmth and elegance for a perfect autumn wardrobe.

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Faux fur has surged as a sustainable and stylish trend, offering the luxurious look and feel of real fur without harm to animals. In response to ethical and environmental concerns, fashion enthusiasts increasingly opt for faux fur, fostering a compassionate and chic approach to staying warm and fashionable.

Puffer jackets

Puffer jackets have become a ubiquitous fashion trend, celebrated for their unbeatable warmth and urban appeal. With their quilted design and insulating materials, these cozy yet trendy garments have transcended outdoor utility to become a statement piece, reflecting a fusion of practicality

Leather

Leather exudes timeless elegance during the fall season. As temperatures drop, leather jackets, boots, and accessories emerge as key fashion statements. Their versatility, rich textures, and earthy tones complement the changing foliage, creating a classic yet edgy look that resonates with the season’s cool and sophisticated allure.

Skirts

Winter skirts have captivated fashion enthusiasts with their unexpected twist on cold-weather style. Midi and maxi skirts in cozy fabrics like wool and corduroy offer a chic alternative to pants. Paired with tights, boots,

and chunky sweaters, they effortlessly blend comfort and flair, making winter attire both fashionable and functional.

Blazers

Blazers in November epitomize a smart-casual fusion. As temperatures cool, they transition seamlessly from work to leisure. Earthy hues and woolen textures reflect autumn’s spirit, while versatility shines through layered over sweaters or worn with jeans. This November, blazers are the embodiment of style, comfort, and adaptability.

Denim jeans

Denim remains a timeless fashion staple, transcending eras and styles.

Its durability, versatility, and iconic blue hues make it a symbol of enduring casual chic. From classic jeans to denim jackets and skirts, this fabric effortlessly adapts to changing trends, ensuring its place as a forever-fashionable wardrobe essential.

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Cozy Up With A Holiday Cocktail In the brisk month of November, a carefully crafted cocktail offers a warm embrace. The rich, amber hues of whiskey or the soothing notes of a spiced cider blend seamlessly with the cool autumn air. Sipping by a crackling fire, it’s a comforting elixir that whispers of seasonal indulgence and cozy evenings.

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Hudson’s Lower East Cider 1 part Hudson Whiskey Bright Lights, Big Bourbon 3 parts of Fresh New York State apple cider 1 part New York City tap water 3-inch knob of fresh ginger, sliced

(approximately 2-3 ounces) 3-4 cloves 4 cinnamon sticks 1/2 teaspoon allspice Lemon peel garnish+ Combine all ingredients except for the bourbon in a pan and quickly bring to a boil. Immediately turn off heat and let steep for 25 minutes. Strain out spices.

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Heat all ingredients except Sailor Jerry on the stove until warm and fragrant. Pour into mugs, top with Sailor Jerry, lemon and apple slices.

Big Bourbon, 3 parts Mulled cider. Serve immediately: In a mug, add 1 part Hudson Bright Lights, Big Bourbon and top with approximately 4 parts of the hot cider mix.

For a party, make a larger batch in advance, reheat and keep the cider on low heat.

Served Chilled: Combine ingredients in a punch bowl with ice. Add lemon wheels, cranberries and mint leaves to garnish to a tea cup or glass and enjoy.

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Etiquette Today: Gift Giving ‘Tis the season for gift giving. There is a thrill in picking something out that you think the receiver will absolutely love, wrapping it nicely and having it ready for when you’re going to see them or to ship in time for a certain holiday. There’s definitely some energy that goes into gift-giving, and this time of year, we are often on gift-giving overload! Here are some tips to consider as you start making your lists and checking them twice this holiday season.

The Gift Exchange

We give gifts to honor folks, and it’s unlikely they’ll have a present for us in return. Birthdays, engagements and weddings, graduations, retirements, quinceañeras and bar, and bat mitzvahs (well, the last one has a tradition of giving from the honoree as well), but for the most part are all occasions where we give a gift and do not expect one in return. But the holiday season is when our gift-giving often comes with gift-receiving. Gift exchanges among extended family, co-workers, and friends are all common this time of year. However, this doesn’t mean that we should expect gifts in return. Nor does it mean we should feel guilt or lie if we don’t have a gift to give someone who has given to us.

A great gift exchange sounds like this: “Here, I got this gift for you!” followed by, “Oh wow, thank you so much, I really

appreciate it!” Notice the thank you is the second part, not an immediate “and here’s a gift I got for you!” During the holidays, when it comes to gift giving, we can often do two things we want to avoid from an etiquette perspective: 1. Skipping the thank you and going right to giving a gift ourselves, and 2.

Thinking that we are somehow bad or less than others if we don’t have a present in return.

What To Give

There is nothing more satisfying than picking out the perfect gift. It’s a special thing to totally nail it when it comes to gifts and an absolute delight for both the person receiving it and the person giving it when we do. But let’s be honest, it’s rare that it happens. Not every gift has to be a perfect surprise or winner. When you don’t have that gangbuster idea for a gift, get people things they will like and enjoy and keep it

simple. Golfers love golfballs; coffee nuts love their favorite beans. Don’t overthink it; go with what works and what is sure to please.

Regifting

Regifting is always a hot topic, and it used to be so taboo to do it. With sustainability at the forefront of many of our minds (and inflation, too) regifting can be a fantastic way to give gifts! There are some things to consider to make sure the regift goes well.

When we regift, there’s one straightforward and great way to do it: let the person you’re giving to know that the gift was regifted. So when you receive two copies of Emily Post’s Etiquette—The Centennial Edition this year, so long as it isn’t personalized, it’s okay to give one of them away. “Julie, I got two of these for my birthday, and I thought you’d be the perfect person to regift this second copy to!”

Now, if want to be a bit more covert with your regifting, here are four things we think are important to consider before you choose to regift under the radar: • The gift should have its original packaging and all necessary parts and manuals.

• The gift should not be unique, home or handmade, or personalized.

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• You need to be 100 percent sure that the person you’re giving it to and the person who gave it to you would not be offended if the regift was discovered.

• You have to truly believe that the person receiving the regifted item would appreciate it.

No matter if you give a new gift or regift an item, always make sure to wrap your gift in good cheer and the spirit of generosity.

This is a time to come together, to appreciate one another, and to sprinkle the magic of good tidings and goodwill to those in our lives. And don’t forget the card.

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contracts are a separate cost. Don’t pay for a service contract for repairs that may be covered under an included warranty and always read the terms and conditions to understand what is covered before you buy.

A warranty is a promise to the consumer that the product purchased, or service provided, will meet certain quality standards. A warranty is a promise to provide repair, maintenance, replacement or refund of a product for a certain time period if these certain quality standards are not met. Under New York Law, warranties may be made orally, in writing and even by implication without any verbal statement.

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Service contracts are contracts to perform repairs or maintenance on a product.

Unlike a warranty, service contracts are not included in the price of the purchase. If a warranty is already provided and covers repairs, you may be paying extra for a largely unnecessary service contract, particularly if the service contract is limited to repair of defects.

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ife 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

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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.

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.

Higher Income

Most working professionals won’t stay at one income level or job throughout their

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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PSEG Long Island Customers May Be Eligible For Assistance A s winter heating season approaches, PSEG Long Island reminds customers that programs exist to help people struggling with utility bills. There are also many ways they can lower their bills by using energy wisely. PSEG Long Island wants to work with any customer struggling to pay their bills and help them find a solution. The company encourages anyone with a past-due account balance to call 1-800-490-0025 so a representative can help them develop a deferred payment agreement tailored to the needs of their household. Additionally, there are the following financial assistance programs offered by New York State: • The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) can provide a heating fuel grant to eligible homeowners and renters depending on income, household size and how they heat their home. A family of four may have a maximum gross monthly income of $5,838 and still qualify for benefits. This benefit is scheduled to open on Nov. 1.

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• Emergency HEAP, a subset of the HEAP program, offers eligible customers a grant to help low- and middle-income New Yorkers avoid having their home heating disconnected or exhausting their heating fuel source. This emergency portion of HEAP is scheduled to open on Jan. 2, 2024. If customers are experiencing an emergency, they can apply for this benefit by reaching out to their local Department of Social Services location, which can be found here: https://otda.ny.gov/programs/ heap/contacts/ • For low-income households facing no-heat situations, the State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance is also accepting applications for its heating equipment repair or replacement benefit.

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one of these state or federal benefits are automatically placed on PSEG Long Island’s Household Assistance rate, which provides a discount of more than $35 on every electric bill, along with the Residential Energy Affordability Program providing energy efficiency measures and suggestions to help lower consumption.

The most effective thing customers can to do lower their bills is to use electricity more efficiently. Here are some helpful tips:

• Replace inefficient incandescent light bulbs with LED bulbs since, according to the U.S. Department of Energy, lighting accounts for about 15 percent of the electricity used in the home, and LEDs use up to 90 percent less energy and last up to 25 times longer.

• Use a programmable thermostat to automatically manage your home’s heating and cooling needs. In addition, PSEG Long Island offers rebates on smart thermostats.

• Lower your thermostat by just one degree to potentially reduce your heating bill.

Lowering it two degrees during the day and five to 10 degrees at night will save even more.

• Install timers and motion detectors to automatically manage indoor and outdoor lighting and help ensure lights are not on when they’re not needed.

• Ceiling fans can be used to save energy in winter. Setting a fan to rotate clockwise on low pulls cool air toward the ceiling, pushing warm air down into a room.

• Seal windows and doorframes with weather stripping or caulk, and remove or cover window air conditioners to help to prevent drafts that waste energy and money.

• Reduce “phantom power” by using energy efficient power strips or unplugging electronic devices when they’re not in use.

Items plugged into outlets use electricity even when they’re turned off.

• Install a high efficiency air source heat pump (ASHP) to lower energy usage, save money and provide greater comfort in cold and hot months. Robust rebates are available from PSEG Long Island’s Home Comfort Program for ducted ASHP units, ducted geothermal heat pumps and ductless mini split systems. Additionally, PSEG Long Island’s Home Comfort PLUS program offers enhanced rebates for customers who meet certain income qualifications.

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project stands to deliver tens of millions of dollars annually in gaming tax revenue to Nassau and Suffolk Counties if it is successful in its bid for a New York State gaming license.

“The Sands project is a critical opportunity for Long Island businesses and we are exceedingly proud to unify behind this transformational development,” said Frank

Camarano Jr., president of the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce. “Tonight we are focused on helping our local businesses make as many connections as possible, because the more we work together to partner and scale, the greater impact this project will have on our economy and our community.”

The Sands’ proposal is for a

multi-billion-dollar resort and entertainment center on the site of the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The proposal includes outdoor community spaces, luxury hotel rooms and a world-class live performance venue honoring the long legacy of live music at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, as well as a new memorial honoring the community’s veterans. The resort will also feature a Canyon Ranch day spa and wellness center, celebrity chef restaurants, and flexible meeting and convention space, with ballrooms. Other planned amenities include high-quality casino gaming, representing less than ten percent of the project’s total square footage, experiential events and venues, and a variety of other entertainment programming.

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Court Ruling Throws Hurdle In Sands’ Path

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A recent court ruling may represent a snag in Las Vegas Sands’ plans for developing a casino resort in Nassau County.

On November 9, a decision by State Supreme Court Justice Sarika Kapoor voided the lease agreement between Sands and Nassau County for a 100-year lease at the Nassau Coliseum property and Hub. The judge’s decision comes

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in response to a lawsuit filed in April by Hofstra University, which has repeatedly expressed concerns about environmental impacts of the casino and entertainment complex.

According to Long Island Business News, “Kapoor ruled that Nassau County’s Planning Commission had violated the state’s Open Meetings Law by not providing a proper public hearing on the lease transfer and failed to give a ‘hard look’ when considering the

project’s environmental impact.”

The entertainment company commented in an emailed statement, “Las Vegas Sands is proceeding proudly and enthusiastically with our proposal for an integrated resort and entertainment center at the Nassau Hub. We are grateful for the wonderful response we have received from the Long Island community and we will be continuing our very comprehensive outreach as we present this transformational project.”

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ands New York hosted a business networking event alongside regional chambers of commerce inside the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum on October 25, 2023. More than 450 of Long Island’s small business owners, entrepreneurs, and prospective suppliers attended to support the project, connect with the Sands procurement team, and make new connections with prospective partners.

“Tonight is a celebration of the Long Island business community,” said Former New York State Governor and Senior Vice President for Las Vegas Sands David Paterson. “Everyone is feeling excited about the Sands project, and tonight, over 450 local business owners and chamber leaders turned out to keep the momentum going. We are toasting to the future of Nassau County and creating new connections that will drive this project forward.”

The event was co-hosted by the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce and the Suffolk County Alliance of Chambers in collaboration with the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, the Long Island Hispanic Chambers of Commerce, and the New York South Asian Chamber of Commerce. Small bites and beverages were provided by Sands New York.

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TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You’re clever and efficient with your energy. You conserve your resources, delegate and work smart. Though you’ll do what you can to make things easier on yourself, there are moments when you feel the only thing to do is muscle through. When difficulty is unavoidable, just remember the hard things carry you to your greatness.

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WORD FIND This is a theme puzzle with the subject stated below. Find the listed words in the grid. (They may run in any direction but always in a straight line. Some letters are used more than once.) Ring each word as you find it and when you have completed the puzzle, there will be 15 letters left over. They spell out the alternative theme of the puzzle.

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GEMINI (May 21-June 21). As the chameleon knows, there are many excellent reasons to blend in that have nothing to do with hiding from life. You are, in fact, living life to its fullest by giving yourself the options and advantages of one who can pick and choose the moments to shine without becoming a target.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). In cinema, the themes of the film are often carried in the scenery, the background features, passing dialogue and action that doesn’t seem on its face to be germane to the plot. In this way, your week is like a movie.

The more tuned in you are to the setting, the better you’ll be at picking up on, and enjoying, what’s really important.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You’ll be thrilled with what works, and you’ll know right away when it doesn’t. What’s intolerable will push you to the next place.

Stress that causes you to react quickly is better than complacency that keeps you in a less than optimal scene. To know “this is not for me” is a gift. To seek a better fit is the human experience.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). This week is one unconventional invitation after another, if you know how to look at it. For instance, boredom is a permission slip to leave. Being stuck is an invitation to explore and get inspired. A lack of reciprocation is an invitation to investigate new circles and find your people.

You’ll RSVP and thrive.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). It’s OK to make it all about you this week! You’ll catch a wave of excitement. There’s so much you love to do, you may not know where to start. Taking a moment to check in with the boss inside your head and prioritize your wants, needs and preferences will help you maximize your options and make the most of your time.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). The world stands aside to let you pass because you look like you know where you’re going. Maybe you do, maybe you don’t.

You move with certainty anyway, and it helps others feel more certain. Your decisions necessitate and inspire their moves and countermoves. Confidence makes things fit and click.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You’re well aware that money doesn’t solve problems -- people do. Quick solutions happen when you have the funds to bring in the professionals. But if you don’t, it’s still possible to come up with a reason for people to pull together and help. When it’s important to you, you’ll be the best around at this, as you’re beloved. Also, people owe you!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). There will be moments this week that you feel you could open your arms and love the entire world. Make sure you also pull your arms tightly around yourself, hugging your own constant, steadfast soul in appreciation for seeing you through the recent roller coasters. When you know you can count on yourself, the ride is a thrill.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). In Egyptian hieroglyphs, the ear is a symbol used for imploring the gods to hear the prayers of mortals. If the ear were a letter in your alphabet, it would get a lot of play this week, as there’s much on your plate and you could use assistance from someone powerful who can make big things happen in excellent timing. Your needs will be addressed.

THIS WEEK’S BIRTHDAYS

Wonderful scenarios are in store to the level that, if you’d told your younger self that you’d be having these experiences, that person would need to sit down or take a knee.

And though it won’t be excitement all year long, the highlights will feel well deserved because you wake up every day and put the work into your various roles. You’ll streamline your various purposes so you can better focus on the one or two that matter most to you.

Your vitality will surge and your relationships will thrive.

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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You don’t always feel that you’re extraordinary, and there are moments you wonder what contribution you could make that would matter.

This is the humility that keeps you from making arrogant mistakes. Take it as a good sign of your humanity, then start building yourself up because you have too much to give to stay in that mode.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19). There was a time you got really fired up over a subject, and now you realize the attraction has faded, your curiosity flown away, and it’s too soon to know where it’s gone. Take the break. Trust that you’ll catch up to your curiosity and soon be passionately tangled into something new. Until then, savor the delicious pause.

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Test your play 1. You are West, and the bidding has gone: South West North East 1 NT Pass 2 NT Pass 3 NT NORTH ♠73 ♥K Q J ♦ Q J 10 8 ♣7 6 4 2 WEST ♠Q9862 ♥9 2 ♦K7 ♣A Q 8 3 You lead the six of spades, and declarer wins partner’s ten with the jack. South leads a heart to dummy’s jack and returns the queen of diamonds, which you win with the king. How would you continue?

2. You are declarer with the West hand at Six Notrump, and North leads the ten of hearts. How would you play the hand?

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1. From the play thus far, it is clear that South’s opening notrump bid (15 to 17 points) included the ace of hearts, ace of diamonds and A-K-J of spades (your partner cannot have the ace or king of spades,

given his play at trick one). It follows that South cannot have the king of clubs, which would give him 19 points.

You should therefore shift to the club three at this point, confident that partner will win with the king.

If partner has another club to return, you will defeat the contract.

If you fail to lead a club and instead woodenly return a spade, declarer will score three spade tricks, three diamond tricks and at least three hearts to make the contract.

2. The only problem is how to handle the clubs to give yourself the optimal chance for four tricks in the suit. Best is to win the heart in dummy, lead the club six and play low if South plays low. (If the six wins, continue with the seven.)

If the six loses to North’s jack or queen, win any return and play the king of clubs. The slam becomes certain if North follows suit to the king.

The only time this line of play fails is when North has been dealt the singleton jack or queen. If you alternatively attacked the clubs by first cashing the king or ace, you would go down if the next player was either void of clubs or held a low singleton. These cases outnumber those where North started with a singleton honor.

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OPED: Combating Antisemitism was assaulted after he confronted a woman for tearing down posters of Israeli hostages.

At an anti-Israel protest at Binghamton University they announced that “Israel is worse than Nazi Germany.” At the Cooper Union, Jewish students, fearing for their safety during an anti-Israel rally, barricaded themselves in the library. And things are so bad at New York University that Jewish students, faculty and alumni wrote a letter condemning the administration. It seems that in the name of progressivism, our system somehow fostered a new kind of intolerance movement, where anything but progress is being made. And lest there be any doubt, this hatred is not directed at Israel, but at Jews, right here in our communities, students in our schools.

State Senator Jack Martins Sadly, despite vibrant, Jewish communities (Photo courtesy the office of Jack Martins) that have long been part of the Long Island just a little ember burns hot and spreads fabric, our schools are not immune either. quickly when given enough oxygen. Sadly, it The antisemitic graffiti has already started, seems that oxygen is being provided on the the taunting text messages, and even slurs at campuses of American universities and high sporting events. In Newsday, our educators schools. Almost daily, pro-Hamas rallies said a polarized society and social media are turn into violent, ugly calls for the death “a recipe for disaster” because “young people of Jews and the destruction of Israel. Now are still figuring out who they are.” we’re left with kids removing the Star of And that’s where I land this. As a dad to David from their necks and skipping classes four young daughters who love concerts, for fear of being attacked, right here in New I cannot imagine the pain experienced by York. parents watching those videos. Nor can I At Columbia University an Israeli student conceive of being so worried that I advise

Amy Tiffany Hemingway, Self Portrait with Bliksem, 2016

The situation in the Middle East has always been a powder keg and there’s a lot to unpack there. Not only has it challenged the best minds since 1948, it has divided the region for thousands of years. The wounds are deep and old so I won’t try to dissect this ancient dispute via the local paper in 800 words or less. It can’t be done and that’s just the plain truth.

However, I would like to tackle what’s happened in New York since the October 7th Hamas terrorist attacks on Israel. Like you, I watched the videos from victims and astonishingly, even from the body cams of the attackers. What I saw were carefree young people at a music festival and looks of confusion as they incredulously watched the sky. I saw them being chased across fields and savagely gunned down.

I watched civilians being attacked, taken hostage, and subsequently heard of victims being tortured and murdered in gruesome fashion, including women and children.

Some, American citizens among them, were paraded through the streets in complete defiance of Geneva Conventions with a barbarity that hasn’t been seen in decades.

That’s what I saw, and I can’t unsee it.

And while the Hamas celebration videos were distressing, nothing prepared me for Americans here at home cheering them on.

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Admittedly, I hope I never do know what that’s like and I’m ashamed that friends and neighbors feel this terrorized in their own neighborhoods. We’re better than this.

And maybe that’s the point. Maybe one has to have lived a little and suffered a little to see the futility of hate. Maybe it takes some experience and some age to let empathy guide us instead of a “cause.”

Most of us are good people. No matter where we come from, what faith or background – we work hard, we take care of our families, and we live and let live. But sometimes good people have to speak up.

And now is that time. It took less than 30 days for antisemitism to take hold in the United States, the same nation that sent her sons to fight it 82 years ago. We cannot afford silence.

At the State we’re asking Governor Hochul to join us in legislation that combats antisemitism in our schools, but I know there’s no way to legislate the hate out of people’s hearts. It must be challenged every day, fought every single day, by people like you and me. Please don’t give that ember any room to breathe and grow, not even an inch.

Lock arms with your neighbors, whomever they may be, and fight it because it’s going to take every one of us to set this right.

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Science Museum’s First Great Pumpkin Smash Fall Festival A Giant Success

t was a spectacular fall day on November 5th and the joy was palpable in the air as the community gathered at the Science Museum of Long Island for their first annual Great Pumpkin Smash fall festival. Over 400 brought their old Halloween Pumpkins to creatively smash and turn into compost.

Out of 2 billion pumpkins produced in the United States, about 1.3 billion end up in the Landfill where every 100 pounds will generate about 8.3 pounds of methane, a very potent greenhouse gas. So, this year, in an effort to make Halloween a little greener, the Science Museum of Long Island invited people to come smash their old pumpkins instead of trashing them. Attendees could choose from a variety of creative ways to smash their pumpkins, including a giant pumpkin smash slingshot, dart board, squash it under the deadfall or turn their jack-o-lantern into a live volcano with the help of the SMLI science teachers. Even SMLI’s resident tortoise, Rudy, did his part, giving people the option to smash their pumpkins and feed them to him.

Along with the pumpkin smashing, guests were treated to pumpkin inspired drinks by the Bubbly Bar beer and wine trailer, feel-good food from Grovers Grub food truck and an amazing musical performance

by Brooklyn based indie-pop band, Daisy the Great, whose 2017 debut single “The Record Player Song” went to number 6 on the Billboard Alternative air play chart. The band’s delicate harmonies, killer lyrics and playful spirit filled the preserve with positive energy and kept those in attendance in a nostalgic, dreamlike-state, dancing as they were smashing! If all of that wasn’t enough to make you feel good, all of the proceeds of the event went to the Chris Holmes Memorial Scholarship and Conservation fund, dedicated to providing summer camp scholarships to children who otherwise

At the pumpkin smash dart wall, kids throw their pumpkins at a wall of spikes.

Another event was the pumpkin smash bowling. might not afford it and other environmental conservation causes that Chris cared deeply about, including the reintroduction of oysters to strengthen our surrounding marine environment. In attendance and trying their hand at pumpkin smashing was Councilwoman Mariann Dalimonte, Councilwoman Veronica Lurvey and Assemblywoman Gina Stilliti.

At the end of the event, all pumpkin guts were picked up by Grounds For A Peel, a food scrap composting facility in Suffolk County, to be composted.

Executive Director of the Science Museum Kristen Laird said, “I could not have dreamed for a more successful first Pumpkin Smash! It really embodied everything that we are about here at SMLI, fun, science, nature and conservation. Daisy the Great was incredible and it was such a treat to have them here and we could not

Rudy, the museum’s resident tortoise, was on hand to do their part.

Sunset over Leeds Pond. have asked for better weather, and we were able to raise significant funds in memory of a very dear friend. Everyone involved really pulled together to make this day happen and the positive vibes from the event kept me smiling for days after it was over. We are already looking forward to making the event even better next year!”

Prior to the Great Pumpkin Smash Fall Festival, The Science Museum of Long

There was also a station to turn the pumpkin into a fizzy experiment.

Island held their annual membership meeting featuring a presentation by Frank Piccininni of Spadefoot Design and Construction highlighting all the positive progress SMLI has made removing invasive plant species from the Leeds Pond Preserve.

Among the SMLI members in attendance were Supervisor Jennifer DeSena and Sands Point Executive Director Jeremiah Bosgang.

—Submitted by SMLI

The pumpkins will be composted at Grounds for A Peel in Suffolk County.

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Manhasset Sixth Graders Explore Career Possibilities

Manhasset sixth graders from Munsey Park and Shelter Rock elementary schools explored different career paths during their 15th annual Career Day on Nov. 3. The special day was coordinated by Munsey Park counselor Amanda Gimondo and Shelter Rock counselor Jenny Chen to get students thinking of their own interests and what career path they might want to follow in the future.

Leading up to Career Day, the sixth graders participated in a push-in lesson with either Gimondo or Chen. Each student completed a career interest survey and were able to explore how their strengths and areas of interest might connect to their future career.

On Career Day, parent and community volunteers visited each sixth grade classroom to discuss their field of work, what a typical day looks like in their career and how they got their start. They also answered

Elementary school teacher Taya Bartell (right) spoke with sixth graders at Shelter Rock Elementary School about her career.

FBI agent Douglas Vetrano (left) spoke with sixth graders at Shelter Rock Elementary School and let them try on his FBI vest.

Pictured with sixth grader Steven Shu.

Manhasset first graders at Munsey Park Elementary School celebrated Halloween and strengthened their math skills during the grade’s first Halloween Math Games on Oct. 31. The spooktacular event was coordinated by the first grade teachers, with the help of Munsey Park’s math specialists. It was held in the school’s multipurpose room, which first grade classes visited throughout the school day.

Two Halloween-themed math games were set up for students to participate in.

Munsey Park’s math specialists developed these games, which were played last year during classroom push-ins. First was a ring

toss game which tested addition skills. The students worked in pairs to toss the rings onto two witches hats that were numbered.

They then were challenged to add the two numbers together on a dry erase worksheet.

The students also participated in a game of mummy bowling to test their subtraction skills. They knocked down their bowling pins, which were dressed like mummies, and had to form a subtraction equation to determine how many pins were left.

The first graders had a great time working collaboratively and showcasing their problem-solving skills on the fun holiday.

—Submitted by Manhasset Public Schools

First grade students played a game of math ring toss which allowed them to practice their addition skills.

Students used dry erase markers to add together the two numbers that they hit on the ring toss.

Munsey Park first graders Giulia Capogna (left) and Devin Sharma (right) were dressed in their best Halloween costumes during the Halloween Math Games.

Munsey Park first graders participated in Mummy Math Bowling which allowed them to practice their subtraction skills.

student questions. Classes heard from an array of different professionals such as an FBI agent, IT project manager, nurse, social worker, teacher and wealth manager. It was a great learning experience for all the sixth grade students.

—Submitted by Manhasset Public Schools

Mike Nelson (right) spoke about his career in finance to his daughter Ashley’s (left) class at Munsey Park Elementary School.

(Photos by Manhasset Public Schools)

Planet Manhasset Holds Second Annual Pumpkin Smash First Grade students in the Manhasset elementary schools participated in the second annual Pumpkin Smash, an event aimed at teaching kids an easy way to reuse their Halloween pumpkins: burying them in the school gardens. Smashing the pumpkins breaks up the hard outer part, so the nutrient-rich pulp can be buried in the garden and improve soil quality. This also keeps pumpkins out of the landfills, where they are slow to break down.

Volunteers from Planet Manhasset, part of the Manhasset Student Community Association (SCA), assisted classes with this project and provided supplies. Students were encouraged to smash pumpkins with rubber mallets. They worked together to remove the seeds from the pulp and to dig holes in the garden to bury the pulp. The seeds were removed to avoid pumpkins overtaking the gardens.

The pumpkin smash is one of many Planet Manhasset projects that the schools do involving the gardens. Other classes

Manhasset First Graders Get Into The Halloween Spirit With Spooktacular Math Games

went out to the gardens this fall to weed, plant vegetables seedlings and plant garlic bulbs. The pulp from the pumpkin smash will improve the quality of the soil so that the classes can plant vegetables in the Spring. All of the food harvested from the gardens is donated to the food bank at Our Lady of Fatima Church in Port Washington.

Students and teachers alike had a great time smashing their pumpkins and learning about what to do with their old Halloween pumpkins.

The pumpkin smash is one of many projects in the Manhasset Schools. There are always opportunities for classes to be involved, and the gardens offer a unique learning experience for students and teachers.

For more information about Planet Manhasset or the SCA please visit our website manhassetsca.org or e-mail planet- Students at Munsey Park and Shelter Rock manhasset1@gmail.com.

Schools participated in the second annual —Submitted by Science Pumpkin Smash. (Photos by Becky Tountas Museum of Long Island at Manhasset SCA)

(Photos by Manhasset Public Schools)

The children broke open the pumpkins.

(Photos by Becky Tountas at Manhasset SCA)

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MANHASSET L EGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SAL E IN FORECL OSU RE STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF NASSAU NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC, Plaintiff, v.

SAMUEL ABDUL, ET AL. Defendants.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT In pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the Office of the County Clerk of Nassau County on March 30, 2023, I, Mark S. Ricciardi, Esq., the Referee named in said Judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on December 5, 2023 at The North Side Steps, of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Ct. Dr., County of Nassau, State of New York, at 2:00 PM the premises described as follows: 40 West Drive Manhasset, NY 11030 Section: 3 Block: 85 Lot: 130 ALL those certain lots, pieces or parcels of land, situate, lying and being at Manhasset, Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York.

The premises are sold subject to the provisions of the filed judgment, Index No. 611410/2018 in the amount of $266,701.36 plus interest and costs.

The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the Court System’s COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale.

Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff 500 Bausch & Lomb Place Rochester, NY 14604 Tel.: 855-227-5072 11-22-15-8-1-2023-4T#243261-MAN L EGAL NOTICE MANL EGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SAL E SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT AS TRUSTEE FOR PRETIUM MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff, vs.

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Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on June 30, 2021, I, the undersigned

LEGAL NOTICES 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 11501 on December 1, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 143 South Drive, Manhasset Hills a/k/a New Hyde Park, NY 11040. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 8, Block 286 and Lot 10. Approximate amount of judgment is $770,429.84 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #002322/2017. Cash will not be accepted. 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.

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By Order ofthe Board o Trustees Village of Plandome Heights Susan Martinez Acting Village Clerk Dated: November 7, 2023 AVISO L EGAL VIL L AGE O F PL ANDOME H EIGH TS SE NOTIFICA que, de conformidad con las disposiciones de al Ley de Elecciones del Estado de Nueva York, la elección anual de la Villa para el 2024 correspondiente a Village of Plandome Heights se llevará a cabo el martes 19 de marzo de 2024 en Plandome Village Hall, 65 South Drive, Plandome, New

York, y que los cargos por cubrir en dicha elección y sus períodos respectivos son los siguientes: Alcalde, dos ( 2) añ os Fideicomisario, dos ( 2) añ os Fideicomisario, dos ( 2) añ os Fideicomisario, dos ( 2) añ os Por orden del conseio de fideicomisarios Village of Plandome Heights Susan Martinez Actuando Empleada del Pueblo Fecha: 7 de noviembre de 2023 11-15-2023-1T-#243551MAN

L EGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PU BL IC H EARING Town of North H empstead Board of Z oning Appeals Pursuant to the provisions of the Code of the Town of North H empstead, NOTICE IS H EREBY GIVEN that the Board of Z oning Appeals of said Town will meet at Town H all, 220 Plandome Road, Manhasset, New Y ork, on Wednesday, November 29 , 2023 to consider any matters that may properly be heard by said Board, and will hold a public hearing on said date to consider applications and appeals.

The following cases will be called at said public hearing starting at 10:00am.

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Written comments are accepted by email up to 60 minutes prior to the hearing. Timely comment submissions will be made part of the record.

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Town To Host Diwali Celebration North Hempstead Town Supervisor Jennifer DeSena, Town Clerk Ragini Srivastava, and the Town Board are proud to be hosting a Diwali celebration on Thursday, November 16, 2023 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Clinton G. Martin Park in New Hyde Park located at 1601 Marcus Avenue.

Diwali, the Festival of Lights, symbolizes the spiritual victory of good over evil, light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance. It is one of the most widely celebrated festivals in India and amongst Indians

globally. It is a time of much celebration and joy.

Residents are invited to join and take part in a wide array of performances and cultural activities as well as light refreshments.

The event is free. Due to limited seating, all attendees must register in advance by calling 516-869-7625 or by emailing parikhs@northhempsteadny. gov.

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Local Small Businesses And Owners Honored Town of North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer DeSena and Councilmembers Peter Zuckerman, Veronica Lurvey, and Mariann Dalimonte, along with Town Clerk Ragini Srivastava, attended the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce’s 2023 Annual Small Businessperson of the Year and Legislative Breakfast at the Crest Hollow Country Club on Oct. 27.

This event brought out businesspeople from each of the almost 50 local Chambers of Commerce and was attended by hundreds of attendees, drawing together both legislators and important members of the business community.

Honorees at the event were recognized for promoting business in Nassau County and for addressing issues that impact them.

—Submitted by the Town of North Hempstead

Supervisor Jennifer DeSena celebrates Barnwell House of Tires for being recognized with the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce’s Businessperson of the Year award.

Town officials celebrate Lawrence Lin for being recognized with the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce’s Businessperson of the Year award.

Town officials celebrate Robbie Donno for being recognized with the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce’s Businessperson of the Year award.

Supervisor Jennifer DeSena celebrates Malcolm Simms for being recognized with the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce’s Businessperson of the Year award.

Town officials celebrate Daniel Zaveckas for being recognized with the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce’s Businessperson of the Year award.

Town officials celebrate Smitha Lukose-Khan for being recognized with the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce’s Businessperson of the Year award. (Contributed photos)

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83 Days Preserves Memory Of A Tragic Injustice George Stinny Jr. was executed for a crime he did not commit. (Film

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efore Emmett Till, there was George Stinney Junior; an African American boy that was wrongly accused, convicted, and executed for a crime that he did not commit. But who was George, and why has his name been lost to so many of us? More importantly, why is it so crucial we remember him?

In 1944 in Alcolu, South Carolina, a 14 year-old boy named George Stinney Junior was accused of murdering two white girls, Betty June Binnicker, age 11, and Mary Emma Thames, age 8. Pressured and coerced into offering a false confession, George was hurtled through the justice — or rather, injustice — system and sentenced to death by electric chair. He is the youngest person ever to be put to death this way. There were only 83 days from the time of his arrest to the day of his execution.

Writer Ray Brown and Director Andrew Howell came together to tell George’s story, a collaboration resulting in 83 Days. This short film has featured in numerous film festivals since its completion in 2018, and just recently was nominated as a contender for both the Oscars and the NAACP Image Awards.

In 2011, Brown was inspired by an article on social media which talked about

Stinney’s execution. When digging for more information, he was surprised by how unfamiliar the case was to him. “I was wondering why hadn’t I heard about this, since it’s not just African American history but U.S. history. He was the youngest person to be electrocuted in this country. And I decided in that moment it was a story that I wanted to tell.” Brown began the process of researching and writing just shy of 70 years since Stinney was put to death.

Howell was brought on through a mutual friend. At the time, he was working on a mini series about the Tulsa Race Massacre. The pair met down in Atlanta to discuss what to do with Stinney’s story. “I was interested in making this into a short film,” he explained.

“With the idea that we could potentially come back to it as a feature [film].”

Through the mutual dedication of everyone involved, the film was put together in the span of a few months. “We started [pairing down] the script in March, and by June, we were in production,” Brown said.

Howell added, “August was our first film festival screening.” Shooting the film took about three days.

All-in-all, the team flowed and collaborated well. “It was a great match up,” Brown said.

The film has been met with much acclaim

screenshots courtesy of 83daysfilm)

A jailmate tells George his story. since its first screening. The most common question the pair receive is who was actually responsible for the murders of Binnicker and Thames. And unfortunately, that is still a mystery to this day. Tales of a deathbed confession have run rampant in the decades since, stemming from a man of great influence in the town. But no legal action was ever taken to review the case until 2004 when a re-examination began. Stinney’s murder conviction was vacated in 2014, seventy years after he was executed, with a South Carolina court ruling that he had not received a fair trial, and was thus wrongfully executed.

While vacated, Stinney was not exonerated, a substantial difference. A vacated judgment makes a previous legal judgment legally void. This differs from cases of exoneration, when the conviction for a crime

is reversed either through demonstration of innocence, or a flaw in the conviction. In this sense, the case against Stinney was thrown out, but there was no legal recognition of his innocence, nor the hasty, unsubstantiated claims used against him in court.

According to Brown, “We discovered that [Stinney] was not only not guilty, but they didn’t have any evidence to support putting him to death.” Efforts to get Stinney exonerated by North Carolina were frequently delayed or refuted. “They were very reluctant to do that.” While the state vacated George’s sentence, they have yet to exonerate him legally or in spirit.

The research and writing of the film script paved the way for the vacation of Stinney’s sentence, and screenings have helped raise awareness for such an important historical event. As shown by audience responses, there is a rumbling anger over the injustice done to a victim of place, race, and time.

You can now stream 83 Days at https:// 83days.vhx.tv/ for only 99 cents. All funds are currently redistributed to the cast and crew, many of whom worked entirely as volunteers to make this film possible. Residual funds will go towards making this story even more impactful as a feature film. Thank you for your support!

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