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Historical Society presents “Old Glory: The Presidents”
The Floral Park Historical Society announces a public presentation titled “Old Glory: The Presidents,” delivered by former Floral Park Mayor Ann V. Corbett. The talk offers a historical perspective on U.S. presidents who shaped the evolution of the American flag, situating presidential influence within the flag’s changing design and symbolism.
This FPHS USA 250th Anniversary event scheduled for 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at the Floral Park Recreation/ Pool Building (124 Stewart St.), is handicap accessible, free to the public, and includes contact information (516-532-1518) and the society’s website for further details at FloralParkHistorical. Org.
BY ANN GRIBBINS, FPCS VOLUNTEER
On a beautiful, warm Saturday April 4th morning the Centennial Gardens in Floral Park had two events that were attended by many visitors.
The first weed out of 2026 attracted over twenty-five volunteers. Helpers from John lewis Childs school, Sewanhaka High School, Floral Park, New High Park and other surrounding villages came to help clear leaves from emerging flower beds, some received community service certificates for their help. People of all ages enjoy the monthly weed out. It occurs on the first Saturday of the month through November. The volunteers meet at
the main entrance at 9 a.m., weather permitting, to help and to enjoy the gardens. Many of the Floral Park Conservation Society members helped with the weed out as well.
The Easter Bunny came for picture taking, an event enjoyed by many children and adults. Flowers are blooming and the birds are enjoying their treats. What more could anyone ask for.
How did the tradition of the Easter Bunny begin? An ancient European pagan tradition believed that the bunny represented new life in the spring. Tradition says that eggs were not allowed to be eaten during lent and, with the idea of new life, they could be eaten on Easter. Ger-
Volunteers enjoyed nice weather at the weedout.
Workers from the Village of Floral Park with the Easter Bunny
FP-B students learn about jobs during Career Day
Floral Park-Bellerose School proudly hosted its annual Career Day on March 30. Family members of students and staff generously volunteered their time to visit classrooms and share insights about their professions.
Students had the opportunity to learn about a wide range of careers, including doctors and nurses, firefighters, teachers, actors, fashion designers, engineers, speech pathologists, sales directors, police detec -
tives, attorneys and even a mayor. Principal Lauren Quezada and Assistant Principal Michael Elka joined in as special guest speakers, sharing about their day-to-day as school administrators. Each year, Career Day introduces students to potential career paths and inspires them to envision their future.
Learning about design
The children learn about health care careers.
Floral Park-Bellerose School students met industry professionals during the annual Career Day on March 30.
Photos courtesy of the Floral Park-Bellerose Union Free School District
Rotarians attend Floral Park Lions Club meeting
Rich Burgess and Vijay Thillainathan of the Rotary Club of Floral Park-Bellerose recently had the pleasure of attending a meeting of the Floral Park Lions Club, a longstanding civic service organization known for its dedication to the community. Held at Crabtree’s Restaurant in Floral Park, the meeting offered the visiting Rotarians an opportunity to observe the Lions Club’s fellowship, organization, and continued commitment to service. As lunch was served throughout the gathering, members and guests took part in an afternoon of presentations, updates, and community-focused discussion.
The luncheon itself was an enjoyable part of the afternoon. Guests were offered a variety of menu selections, followed by coffee and an assortment of desserts that added a special touch to the gathering, creating a welcoming atmosphere that reflected the club’s spirit of hospitality. Appreciation is extended to Crabtree’s Restaurant for providing a delicious meal and excellent service that contributed to the overall experience.
From the start of the gathering to the thoughtful presentations and club updates that followed, the afternoon reflected the strong community spirit that has long defined the organization.
One of the featured presentations was delivered by Josh Smith of the
Lions Global Leadership Team (GLT), who spoke about the importance of asking the right questions when planning service projects. A central theme of his message was whether organizations are solving today’s problems or yesterday’s. He encouraged members to reflect on current community needs and to ensure that their service efforts remain relevant, responsive, and effective.
The meeting also included a presentation by Kevin Ginnane, Superintendent of Public Works for the Village of Floral Park, who discussed electronic waste recycling and the importance of proper disposal. He shared information about local services available to residents and also provided an update on planned improvements to Lions Park.
Ginnane, who will be retiring after 27 years of service to the Village of Floral Park, was also recognized for his longstanding contributions to the community. His leadership in public works, environmental stewardship, infrastructure support, and the day-to-day services that keep the village running has made a lasting impact on Floral Park. Congratulations to Kevin on his retirement, and best wishes to him in this next chapter.
In addition to the guest presentations, the meeting included the induction of Naz Cooper as a new member, along with updates on youth initiatives,
scholarships, communications, and upcoming service activities. Together, these moments offered a meaningful look at the many ways the Lions Club continues to support students, families, and the wider community.
For the visiting Rotarians, the meeting was a welcome opportunity to observe another civic service organization in action. Although Rotary and Lions are separate organizations, both are united by a shared commitment to volunteerism, leadership, and service to
the community.
They were grateful for the invitation and appreciative of the hospitality extended by the Floral Park Lions Club. The visit offered an enjoyable and informative glimpse into the club’s ongoing work and its dedication to making a difference in Floral Park. It also underscored the shared commitment of both organizations to service and opened the door to possible future collaboration for the benefit of the community.
The Floral Park Lions Club and Bellerose Floral Park Rotary Club recently shared a meal at Crabtrees
Weedout and Easter Bunny visit Centennial Gardens
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many then followed by expressing the idea that the bunny laid colorful eggs. In the 1700s the Germans brought the tradition to Pennsylvania. This tradition coincided with the Christian Easter tradition and, eventually, both were joined for the customs we celebrate today. In 1890 Robert Strohecker introduced the first chocolate Easter bunny. In the 19th century in Russian society ornately decorated eggs became popular. Originally nests were made to carry the eggs but, eventually, the more sturdy basket replaced the nests. Soon children were leaving carrots out to feed the bunnies.
Easter is a Christian religious day that celebrates the Resurrection of Christ from the dead. It is the holiest day of the Christian religion. Since 1878 , when Rutherford B. Hayes was president, the White House Easter Monday Egg Roll has taken place on the white house lawn. The idea of the ”egg roll” was meant to represent the pushing of the stone away from the tomb where Christ was buried.
The jelly bean was introduced in 1930,
today over 16 billion jelly beans are produced each year. The New York City Easter parade began in the 1800s where socialites strolled 5th Avenue in their spring outfits, including elaborately decorated hats. The tradition continues today on a smaller scale. The Easter Lily, another idea of rebirth, came from Japan to England in 1777. During World War ll a soldier brought the bulbs to Oregon.
Village employees helped The Floral Park Conservation Society volunteers with the Easter Bunny photo opportunity on April 4th. It takes a village and all are grateful for that here in Floral Park. Also in the pictures can be seen Deputy Mayor Lynn Pombonyo, trustee Frank Chiara, FPCS president Dennis McEnery and many FPCS volunteers.
Outside the entrance gate is a bulletin board where events are displayed for all to see. There is also a QR with information about the Gardens. The Gardens are now open everyday from noon to five p.m. until mid- November, weather permitting. All are welcome to enjoy this free nature park.
Junior Woman’s Club offers scholarships
The Floral Park Junior Woman’s Club will be offering awards with scholarships to students who have displayed outstanding dedication to community service throughout their high school experience. These awards are given to honor the memory of three former members of the Floral Park Junior Woman’s Club who volunteered in our commu-
nity. Applications can be found at the Floral Park Public Library and Floral Park Memorial High School Guidance Office. Please fill out an application with a short essay about your community service experience and return by April 24, 2026. See application for additional details.
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Town car show to return to Point Lookout
The unmistakable rumble of classic engines will once again echo along the South Shore as Hempstead Town Supervisor John Ferretti invites residents and visitors to the return of the Spring Dust-Off Car Show at Town Park Point Lookout on Sunday, May 3 (rain date: Sunday, May 17). Widely recognized as Long Island’s largest car show, the annual event transforms the waterfront park into a showcase of craftsmanship, nostalgia, and automotive innovation.
Car enthusiasts and families alike can expect a packed day featuring hundreds of vehicles competing for top honors, from vintage classics and custom builds to modern muscle cars and motorcycles. The celebration also includes live entertainment, a popular touch-a-truck experience, a kids’ zone, movie cars, a beer garden, and dozens of vendors offering food, merchandise, and automotive accessories.
This year’s show will also feature appearances from some of the most recognizable names in the automotive and entertainment world, including custom car builder Dave Kindig, television personality Kev Dogg, automo-
tive entrepreneur Richard Rawlings, and professional wrestling icon Bill Goldberg.
“The Spring Dust-Off has grown into one of the most anticipated traditions on our Town calendar,” said Supervisor Ferretti. “It’s a chance for car enthusiasts to show off their pride and joy while giving families a great reason to spend the day together along our beautiful shoreline.”
The event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Town Park Point Lookout (1300 Lido Blvd., Point Lookout). Gates open at 7 a.m. for registered vehicles. All makes and models are welcome, including cars, trucks, motorcycles, slingshots, trikes, and specialty vehicles.
Vehicle pre-registration is $25 and $30 the day of the event. Participants can sign up in advance by visiting townofhempsteadevents.com.
“With incredible cars, special guests, and the energy of thousands of visitors gathering in one place, the Spring DustOff captures the spirit of the car community,” Ferretti added. “It’s a great way to kick off the season here in the Town of Hempstead.”
JLCS celebrates inclusion on World Autism Day
In recognition of World Autism Awareness Day, John Lewis Childs School community came together for an engaging and inclusive Silent Disco on April 1.
The event offered a unique experience in which students and staff danced to music streamed through wireless headphones, rented by Silent Disco LI, allowing each participant to control their own volume and sensory input. This thoughtful approach created a welcoming environment, particularly for individuals with sensory sensitivities, ensuring that everyone could engage comfortably.
With multiple music channels and designated quiet zones, the Silent Disco
empowered attendees with choice and flexibility. Students were able to socialize, express themselves through movement and connect with peers in a low-pressure setting tailored to diverse needs. Each class contributed a unique sensory board, displayed throughout the gymnasium to enhance the interactive atmosphere. The quiet zones featured alternative seating, and there were sensory mats for students to explore.
The Silent Disco event served as a meaningful opportunity to raise awareness about autism while fostering empathy and acceptance.
John Lewis Childs School students are pictured at the Silent Disco on April 1.
Everyone could control their own sensory inputs with wireless headphones.
Photo courtesy of the Floral Park-Bellerose Union Free School District
April 10, 2026
The Secret to the Perfect Family Beach Vacation in Mexico’s Quintana Roo
BY LAINI MIRANDA & DAVE E. LEIBERMAN
We figured out the secret to the perfect family beach vacation in Quintana Roo, Mexico.
We visited Puerto Morelos about six years ago, well before we were a family of three, and found it to be such a beautiful, relaxing, easy, and affordable vacation that we decided to return with our two-year-old daughter. We convinced our brother and sister-inlaw to join us with their 18-month old.
Puerto Morelos, in the region of Quintana Roo, is ideally located just a 20-minute drive from the airport. Once in the beach zone of P.M., you’ll find the palm trees, clear blue water, and soft sandy beaches you picture of the Caribbean.
For our first trip, we rented a car and stayed in an Airbnb on a gorgeous white sand beach about a 10-minute drive from town. This time, with toddlers in tow, we opted for a car-free vacation, staying as close to town as possible. We split our week between four days at a villa in town and three days at an all-inclusive resort. There was one obvious winner.
The villa we found, Casa Brisa y Mar, was so perfect that we’re honestly hesitant to write about it out of fear it will get too popular for us to rent in the future. But it was such a dream, we can’t keep it to ourselves.
Casa Brisa y Mar is a beachfront property just a few minutes’ walk from the center of town. The large building is split into four units: a four-bedroom villa on the ground floor, and a two-bedroom apartment and two one-bedroom apartments on the upper floors. The upstairs apartments all have balconies
Casa Brisa y Mar villa proved perfect for our Puerto Morelos, Quintana Roo, Mexico multi-family beach vacation with toddlers © Laini Miranda/goingplacesfarandnear.com
facing the ocean and the same access to beach chairs, umbrellas, and rental bikes available at the building’s entryway.
The main beach section of Puerto Morelos occupies a fairly short stretch of sandy shore between the Fives Oceanfront Resort to the north and the pier just passed the town square to the south. It takes about 20 minutes to walk. Casa Brisa y Mar is right in the middle of the best beach bars and about a five-minute walk from the town square. The property sits on the part of the beach that boasts the deepest expanse of soft white sand and a close beach walk to the town square, yet far enough from it and the moored boats that the ocean is clear.
Note that if you are looking at any all-inclusive beach resorts supposedly “in” Puerto Morelos, these are on a stretch of ocean that does not have much of a beach and tends to have murky water.
We love Puerto Morelos because it is so easy to stroll with toddlers and there’s a wonderful playground right in the town square. Most afternoons and evenings, the town square fills with an artisan market and performances in the center. Our toddlers loved watching the circus acts on the nights we wandered into town after dinner.
The team at the villa was kind enough to provide a pack ‘n play, a high chair, a baby bath, and a huge outdoor bin of beach toys on the patio and pool noodles. They even provided family-friendly bug-spray by the door.
Some of our favorite restaurants: Punta Corcho (recently awarded a Michelin star, it isn’t cheap, but well worth it for a special dinner, without kids if you can); El Dorado; Paradise Beach Club; Muelle Once; Local Coffee + Shop; Taqueria El Poblano Puerto Morelos (only accessible by car BUT they deliver!). For fun nightlife just
steps from the villa, check out the awesome salsa trio at Los Molcajetes.
Excursions
We opted for an extra relaxed trip for this visit, but there’s a lot to do. The hosts at Casa Brisa y Mar will help you arrange any excursion.
Cenotes - La Ruta de Los Cenotes is right in greater Puerto Morelos. Cenotes are natural freshwater sinkholes that the ancient Maya civilization considered sacred. Drive your rental car, call an uber or arrange a tour and check out as many as you can. Swimming, rope-swinging and zip-lining into these crystal-clear jungle pools make for an adventurous and memorable day that feels totally magical for kids and adults alike.
Akumal - About an hour south of Puerto Morelos you’ll find this public beach and small eco-park famous for its sea turtles. Pay a small fee to swim in the protected area with the turtles right off the beach.
Xcaret Park – This popular eco-themepark is a 35 -minute drive from Puerto Morelos.
In addition to helping make tour arrangements, Casa Brisa y Mar can arrange a car service to pick you up at the airport, which worked out the best since Uber drivers are not allowed to make pickups at the airport.
Learn more about Casa Brisa y Mar and book directly at their website: www.casabrisaymar.com.
You can also find them on standard booking platforms including Airbnb and Booking.com.
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BY DENNIS MAMMANA
Week of April 12-18, 2026
Throughout history, just about every stargazing culture on the planet developed its own unique set of constellations and mythological stories, many of which were passed down through the ages. We in today’s Western civilization, though, have inherited those created primarily by the ancient Greeks and early European explorers and astronomers.
In 1922, the International Astronomical Union produced a more standardized system for worldwide use by dividing the heavens into 88 separate regions of various shapes and sizes -- each a “constellation.” Among these, we find represented 29 objects, 16 people, 42 animals and one half-animal/half-human (a centaur).
Nearly half of all constellations represent animals, and it’s pretty remarkable that, after dark during mid-April, our northeastern sky displays nearly 20% of them. But before you frustrate yourself searching the stars for pictures of lions and tigers and bears, remember that constellations are merely areas of the sky and not celestial images. So with this in mind, why not head out away from city lights this week to see if you can find all these cosmic critters.
One of the most famous of all star groupings (in the Northern Hemisphere, anyway) is the Big Dipper. Now, while these seven stars do not represent an ani-
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mal, the constellation of which they are a part does: Ursa Major, the great bear. Look high in the northeastern sky after dark for the Dipper and Ursa Major. To its east (right) lie the stars of Leo, the lion, that I wrote about recently. And between Leo and Ursa Major you’ll find the much tinier grouping Leo Minor, the little lion.
To the Big Dipper’s northwest (lower left), we find Ursa Minor, the little bear, part of which is recognized as the Little Dipper. The end of its tail (or handle) is marked by Polaris, the North Star. Finding Polaris isn’t difficult; simply follow to the lower left the two stars at the end of the Big Dipper’s bowl, and they’ll point right toward this star.
Winding its way between and below the big and little bears we see the sinuous constellation of Draco, the dragon, a horrible creature from ancient Greek mythology that guarded a valuable sacred spring.
If you have trouble finding these five constellations, the remaining three are much fainter and may prove even more challenging.
Directly above Ursa Major right now lies a string of stars known as Lynx, the ... well, uh ... lynx. This constellation, Leo and Leo Minor make up all the cats represented in the heavens.
To the northeast of the Big Dipper (lower right) lies Canes Venatici, the hunting dogs (not to be confused with
During mid-April, many constellations representing animals are visible in the northeastern sky after dark.
those of Orion in the winter sky). Finally, look to the left of Lynx, and you may spot Camelopardalis. This has to be one of the most obscure constellations in all the heavens. Some believe it was conjured up by the 16th-century Dutch theologian, cartographer and astronomer Petrus Plancius; others think it was named by the German astronomer Jacob Bartsch, who published Plancius’ star
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maps in a 1624 constellation book. Now I know what you’re thinking: Camelopardalis represents a camel, right? Nope. It’s a giraffe!
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Book clubs: mysteries, funny books or both?
BY CLAIRE LYNCH
When the moderator of my book club puts together the list for the new year I don’t have much say in it so I always wonder if it will include mysteries, funny books or a combination of fiction and non-fiction books with humorous undertones and serious themes.
It’s a diverse group of people in my rather large book club. We’ve got 25-30 people that includes 3 men who attend our monthly meetings on a regular basis and we run the gamut in terms of wanting to be entertained, hence the funny books, and wanting to learn serious things such as history, geography and fact-based trivia.
We were in the middle of discussing “First Lie Wins” by Ashley Elston published in 2024. It’s a fiction book about Evie Porter and what looks like her perfect life in Louisiana. She has a rich boyfriend and a lavish country lifestyle. Evie Porter is a fictitious name, however. She’s been sent for a job by Mr. Smith, her mysterious boss.
Once she’s given a location, she learns everything there is to know about the
town and the people in it. The mark is her boyfriend, Ryan Sumner, and the last piece of the puzzle is the job.
Evie Porter whose real name is Lucca Marino, gets comfortable in her new life with Ryan and she also forms close ties with Ryan’s friends. Things take a strange turn when a woman claiming to be Lucca Marino shows up. Then things take an even stranger turn after a car accident blows her cover and suspicions start to mount. This prompts Evie to start thinking that maybe Mr. Smith has something else in mind - maybe Evie is the target.
With all of its twists and turns, this mystery and thriller keeps us readers on our toes. There is good character development in this book and the plot makes for a real page turner especially because we don’t find out the real truth of each character until the very end.
As is customary for this particular book club, a member got off tangent for a minute and relayed a story about something that had happened five years ago. Lauren has a good imagination so I wasn’t surprised to hear her say
that she’s been a voracious reader of books for years. She’s also gotten into the habit of jotting down family stories Erma Bombeck style because she’s got a large family with several children and grandchildren. Naturally Lauren feels the funnier the better when it comes to the stories and entertaining her fellow book club members.
One Saturday night Lauren and her husband, Joe, went to the movie theatre in town and saw a great movie. Upon leaving the theatre they went to find their car but it wasn’t in the parking lot. They looked left, they looked right but it wasn’t where they’d left it. They’d only had sodas to drink, nothing stronger, so they were as sober as judges when their situation’s reality sank in.
Taking a deep breath, Lauren and Joe looked at each other and said, “Yikes, our brand new, month-old Buick was stolen!”
They’d had a good time watching the movie and when they discovered the theft friends drove them to the police station where they told the desk sergeant what had happened and they filled out an offi-
cial report. A fun evening at the movies could’ve been spoiled but Lauren and Joe were known by friends and relatives alike for their good sense of humor.
Rather than write about the inconvenience and disruption to their lives, Lauren wrote a humorous piece about the benefits of being without a car, about
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how neighbors and friends came to the rescue, bought their groceries, took their kids to their activities, and how she and her husband could relax and speculate about what they wanted everyone to do for them.
This was a real role reversal for Lauren and Joe because they were the type of adults who helped others. Lots of others. Lauren said this time friends offered them cars and they got picky on which cars they liked the best. Would they choose to drive a sedan or an SUV? Joe had his eye on a 4x4 truck and Lauren
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liked the appeal of some two-door sports cars but in the end Lauren said, “No way. This is getting too good. We are definitely getting spoiled.”
Three days later the police called to say that their Buick had shown up abandoned four miles away. They were free to get it and Lauren and Joe were never so glad to see their car. I saw the look on Lauren’s face as she relayed the story that day at book club - and its happy ending. She sure did like telling a funny story to a group of people.
We all like a little comic relief and at
least once during each meeting someone tells a story that may or may not relate to the story at hand. We all go with it since the 30 of us are seniors so we know how people can be. Most of us have raised families or worked full-time for 40+ years so now that we’re retired or work part-time a little humor is welcome.
One book on our list that we will be discussing soon is Joe Posnanski’s “Why We Love Baseball.” In this non-fiction book, out in 2023, the author describes 50 moments in baseball history: Hank Aaron’s 715th home run in April
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1974 as an Atlanta Braves player, Mike Piazza’s game-winning home run on September 21, 2001, for the Mets not long after the 9/11/2001 terrorist attacks, and more. That book makes these moments come alive on the page so it should keep the non-fiction aficionados and sports lovers happy for a while. We have a good mix of fiction and non-fiction books on our book club list. We will do the same for next year’s list as well and one thing’s for sure. We always end up having lively discussions.
Fun favorite activities return to 15th annual All Kids Fair
You know you wanted to enjoy them again! The 15th annual All Kids Fair returns to the Hilton Long Island/ Huntington with some favorites from the past returning.
This year’s All Kids Fair will be held on Sunday, April 19, from 10 AM to 4:30 PM at the Huntington Hilton, formally known as the Hilton Long Island/ Huntington, at 598 Broadhollow Road (Rt. 110) in Melville. Every year, this fabulous kids’ expo has many draws for Long Island families in “25,000 square feet of fun!”, according to Barbara Kaplan, director of the expo.
Back in 2024, the All Kids Fair offered “Be a Biker for a Day.” The kids got to touch, sit on, and take photos on different motorcycles. They were able to get temporary “biker” tattoos and socialize with real “bikers” from non-profit Bikers Against Child Abuse. They are back at this year’s event.
Also, the kids will have the opportunity to pose again this year with Stormtroopers from the Star Wars movies, compliments of the 501st Legion, an organization that has the mission of “Bad Guys who do Good” while raising money for non-profits. Also, Saber Guild – Endor Temple, a related non-profit, will offer Padawan Training Institute where kids can “use the force and wield a lightsaber.” These organizations par-
ticipated, respectively, in the 2025 and 2024 expos. We are excited that they are also back.
Since 2011, the All Kids Fair has provided a fun day each April for kids and their families to spend time together and also learn about Long Island-based companies that offer services and products for them.
The All Kids Fair offers exciting educational and leisure activities to interest kids and their families. The Fair offers
choices for toddlers through high school, including kids who have special needs or are gifted. There will be information about after school activities, birthday party ideas, places to play, schools, camps, non-profits, and college planning.
This year’s event will have favorites returning plus exciting new classes. The list includes martial arts mini lessons, fencing demo, active kids training session, parent & me, ballet demo and performance, and rock band demo.
“My girls and their friend had such an amazing time today. I took a ton of pictures. We can’t wait for next year’s event,” said repeat attendee Cindy Frankel of Hicksville.
There will be special guest visits from Miss Long Island 2026 Geanna Koulouris, Miss Long Island Teen 2026 Shyla Silva, and Ms. New York Senior America 2025 Tina Hanley.
In addition to over 80 exhibitors, activities and attractions this year include face painting, balloon twisting, soft play for ages 0-5, two bounce houses, and a petting zoo with sheep, goats, chickens, and bunnies from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m, weather permitting.
Moronke Oshin-Martin of TGA of Northern Nassau County shared her experience last year, saying, “The event was full of energy; the kids were excited, parents were enthusiastic, and everything was so well organized. It’s the place to be for vendors!”
There will also be a charity drive to benefit Agape Meals for Kids, a local 501(c)(3) organization that provides weekend meals to children living with food insecurity on Long Island. Attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable, easy-to-prepare, easyto-heat, single-serve, and healthy food. Those who donate food or money will receive raffle tickets to win great prizes and enjoy the satisfaction of knowing that they have helped Long Island kids in need.
Sponsors for this year’s All Kids Fair are: Overton Academy, Dragonfly Cares, WildPlay Jones Beach, Optum, All Star Party LI, A&A Party Rentals, Rolling Raoke, Meaningful Metrics, Schneps Long Island, Your Local Kids Source, The Garden City News, Herald Community Newspapers, and 106.1 BLI. Tickets purchased in advance at www.AllKidsFair.com/Tickets are $5 for children ages 2 and up and adults. Tickets purchased at the door are $10 for children ages 2 and up and $5 for adults. Children 1 and younger are admitted at no charge.
Information about the expo is available at www.AllKidsFair.com
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Two Social Security Benefits You Never Heard Of
BY TOM MARGENAU
I’m going to give you two words. And I will buy you lunch if you can tell me what connection they have with Social Security.
Here are the words: Pneumoconiosis and Prouty. I bring these words up because I got a “blast from the past” when I was writing last week’s column about Social Security “beneficiary identification codes,” or BIC codes, as the Social Security Administration calls them. They are the little letter symbols you find behind your Social Security number (or a family member’s SSN) when you get any correspondence from the SSA. They indicate the kind of Social Security benefit you are getting. The most common BIC code is “A” and that stands for retirement benefits. Another example: your Social Security claim number might be your husband’s SSN with a letter “D” behind it. And that means you are getting widow’s benefits off of his record.
There are about a hundred other BIC codes -- and two of them took me on a little trip down memory lane. One of them is “J” and the other is “LM.” “J” stands for Prouty benefits. And “LM” stands for Miner’s benefits. I am almost positive you have never heard of those in connection with Social Security. And for good reason. They pretty much don’t exist anymore. But when I started working for the SSA in 1973, those benefits were still around and were part of my everyday life as a new Social Security rep.
First, the story of Prouty benefits. In a nutshell, Prouty benefits were set up in the 1960s to pay a small monthly stipend to people who were too old to have had a chance to work and pay enough taxes into the Social Security system to become insured for regular Social Security benefits. The sponsor of the legislation was Senator Winston Prouty of Vermont.
I have no idea if this story was true or not. but back in my early days of working for the Social Security Administration, when Prouty benefits were still being routinely awarded, the word being spread from one SSA rep to another was that Senator Prouty had parents who didn’t qualify for regular Social Security, so he crafted this legislation to help out mom and dad -- and eventually, hundreds of thousands of others.
I don’t recall all of the rules. But I believe a Prouty beneficiary with no Social Security work history had to be age 72 before 1968 in order to qualify for a monthly check that I think was less than $100. That age designation is why they were also known as “Special Age 72” benefits.
There were also other rules for people who had some Social Security-covered work, but not enough to qualify for
regular Social Security benefits. Or they might have had enough work to get a very small Social Security check. But if the Prouty rules paid them more money, they would get a Prouty benefit instead of their regular Social Security check. But no matter what their situation, the rules were always tied to the attainment of age 72 before 1968.
Because almost all the people who were eligible for these benefits were born before 1896, it is highly unlikely there are any Prouty beneficiaries still alive today. So I’m sure that all “J” BIC codes are now just historical footnotes.
So now what about that “LM” BIC code that stands for Miner’s benefits? Do coal miners qualify for special Social Security benefits? Well, no, not really. But they do qualify for Black Lung benefits authorized by the Federal Coal Mine Health and Safety Act of 1969.
Back in the 1970s, when I started working for the Social Security Administration, the agency was charged with the responsibility for taking and adjudicating claims for Black Lung benefits. But those benefits were not paid out of the Social Security trust funds. They were separately funded through the Department of Labor. And sometime in the 1990s, the entire workload was transferred to the Department of Labor.
But that meant that in the 1970s and 1980s, in some areas, especially in coal mining regions, the local Social Security office could be as much a Black Lung office as it was a Social Security office.
At the time, I was working in a small town in central Illinois. And there were more than a few coal mines in the area. So we had more than our share of retired coal miners coming into the office to file for Black Lung benefits.
And you could always tell these guys (and they were always guys) as soon as they entered the office and walked up to the reception desk. They were kind of old and grizzled men who seemed to be worn down by a life in underground coal mines. I may be misremembering this, but I believe the pores on their faces were always speckled with black dust. And they were usually coughing up black gunk into handkerchiefs that they always carried. Anyway, I just remember feeling so sorry for them as they sat across from my desk while I filled out their Black Lung forms.
(If you want to learn how awful Black Lung disease can be, just do a Google search for it. Or you can use the medical term for the disease -- “pneumoconiosis.” )
By the way, you shouldn’t think miners were or still are getting rich off this program. I don’t know how Congress came up with this, but they set the payment rate to a miner with black lung disease at an amount equal to 37.5% of the monthly salary paid to a GS-2 federal worker -- essentially the lowest-paid
government employees. (Today, that comes out to about $800 per month.)
I have just a bit of space left in this column, so I am going to briefly mention one more of the BIC codes I wrote about in last week’s column. And that is a “D6,” which is listed as a “surviving divorced wife.” It’s that term that always intrigued me. I call the women getting D6 benefits “divorced widows.” But a lawyer once told me that a divorced woman whose ex-husband has died cannot legally be referred to as his “widow.” (I’m not really sure why.) So they came up with the “surviving divorced
wife” term. I just found that interesting.
If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has two books with all the answers. One is called “Social Security -- Simple and Smart: 10 Easy-to-Understand Fact Sheets That Will Answer All Your Questions About Social Security.” The other is “Social Security: 100 Myths and 100 Facts.” You can find the books at Amazon.com or other book outlets. Or you can send him an email at thomas.margenau@comcast.net.
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Top 10 Long Island towns poised for strongest appreciation
Here are the Top 10 Long Island towns poised for the strongest appreciation over the next 5–10 years—based on a combination of:
• Demand trends
• School districts
• Commutability
• New construction / redevelop ment
• Price positioning (room to grow)
• Buyer migration patterns
I’m not just listing “nice towns”— this is about where the money is likely to flow next.
Top 10 LI Towns for Future Appreciation
1. Garden City (Nassau)
Why it’s a powerhouse:
• Elite schools + walkable down town
• 35-min commute to NYC
• Strong “forever buyer” demand Already expensive—but continues to appreciate due to prestige + limited inventory
2. Syosset (Nassau)
Why it’s hot:
• Top-tier schools (huge driver)
• Heavy new construction activity
• Strong demand from NYC buyers Builders are targeting this area aggressively
3. Hicksville (Nassau)
Why it may be the sleeper:
• Major LIRR hub (transportation = value)
• More affordable than surround ing towns
• Redevelopment + density growth Homes sell quickly due to demand + location
4. Levittown (Nassau)
Why it’s primed:
• Entry-level market = strongest demand pool
• Massive renovation/rebuild trend
• First-time buyer magnet
One of the most active redevelopment zones
5. Westbury (Nassau)
Why it’s rising:
• Central location (access to everything)
• Transit-oriented development
• More diverse price points
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Quietly attracting both investors and buyers
6. Huntington (Suffolk)
Why it’s a long-term winner:
• One of the few walk-able down towns
• Lifestyle + culture (rare on LI)
• Strong North Shore demand
Combines suburban + urban appeal
7. Stony Brook (Suffolk)
Why it’s strong:
• Anchored by Stony Brook University
• Top-ranked Suffolk community
• Stable, educated buyer base
Ranked among top places to live in Suffolk
8. Northport (Suffolk)
Why it’s rising fast:
• Charming harbor village
• Lifestyle-driven demand surge
• Limited inventory Consistently ranks high in Suffolk desirability
9. Port Jefferson (Suffolk)
Why it’s a sleeper:
• Waterfront + ferry access
• Revitalizing downtown
• Increasing younger buyer appeal
Strong lifestyle + tourism crossover market
10. Ronkonkoma (Suffolk)
Why it’s one of the biggest upside plays:
• Massive redevelopment near
LIRR + airport
• New housing + infra structure
• Still relatively afford able
Emerging as a future growth hub (major investor interest)
The BIG Pattern (This Is What Matters Most)
There are 3 types of appreciation plays:
1. “Blue Chip” (Safe Growth)
• Garden City
• Syosset
Stable, predictable appreciation
2. “Growth & Redevelopment”
• Hicksville
• Westbury
• Ronkonkoma
Highest upside potential
3. “Lifestyle Premium”
• Huntington
• Northport
• Port Jefferson
• Stony Brook
Driven by demand + scarcity
Final Takeaway
Long Island appreciation is no longer random—it’s strategic.
The next 5–10 years will reward:
Transit access (LIRR hubs)
• Top school districts
• Redevelopment zones
• Lifestyle towns with limited sup ply
Bottom Line:
If you’re looking at appreciation alone:
Best upside: Hicksville, Ronkonkoma, Westbury
Best stability: Garden City, Syosset
Best long-term lifestyle growth: Huntington, Northport
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Many of the most delicious dishes are a byproduct of their creators’ willingness to try something new. Soy is a popular choice among people looking to consume plant-based protein. Soy can be incorporated into various recipes, and soy milk is one way to do just that.
Those who want to prepare a delicious dish with soy instead
2 cups whole wheat self-raising flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
4 tablespoons brown sugar
1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
1 1⁄2 cups soy milk
1) Mix the flour and baking powder in a bowl. Mix in the sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, salt, soy milk, and oil and mix until smooth.
of more traditional recipes can create a host of beloved foods, including waffles, a breakfast table staple that few can resist. This recipe for “Vegan Soy Milk Waffles With Blueberries” from Lines+Angles may be less traditional, but the result is a delicious plate of irresistible waffles.
Makes 4 servings
5 1⁄2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus extra for greasing
To serve:
2 blood oranges
4 tablespoons almond butter
1 handful blueberries
1 1⁄2 ounces dried mulberries
2) Heat a waffle iron and brush with oil. Cook the batter in batches to make 8 waffles.
3) To serve, peel the oranges, removing the white pith and cut into slices. Place the waffles on plates, drizzle with the almond butter and garnish with oranges, blueberries and mulberries.
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