On Thursday May 24th, The Robert Seaman Elementary School student body participated in its annual Red Nose Day. During lunchtime, children donated one dollar for a red nose to raise awareness for child hunger. The children came together and with their donations, contributed to ending child poverty and hunger one nose at a time.
By Darlene Pergola-Apolant
On Thursday, July 19th, construction began at the LIRR Syosset Station as part of a Capital Improvement Project. The construction will include adding Wi-Fi service, LED lighting, new bike racks, renovation of the station house, digital signs, USB charging stations, electronic information display columns, and other upgrades. This project is expected to be completed by fall 2018.
“As we move forward in the world, so must our surrounding environments,” said Assemblyman Michael Montesano. “It is great to see the LIRR upgrading its stations to provide a better experience for its customers. I look forward to seeing these upgrades being made to all stations eventually.”
During this time, the station
house will be completely closed. A temporary waiting room will be open from 6am to 1pm Monday through Friday with the exception of holidays. Construction will mainly take place between 7am and 3:30pm Monday through Friday. The North Lot will only be accessible from Cold Spring Harbor Road, and access from Jackson Avenue will be closed.
BY RIKKI MASSAND
Touching on one of the hottest topics in the New York tristate real estate market, Long Island’s North Shore, was on the agenda as the Syosset Woodbury Chamber of Commerce kicked off the first day of summer and a fresh lineup of its networking and informative events.
Syosset resident Patricia Santella of Douglas Elliman Real Estate’s East Norwich office, 6326 Northern Boulevard, hosted the Chamber of Commerce’s business meeting on Thursday June 21. She was joined by fellow Syosset resident and Douglas Elliman realtor, Joan Kimmel, who works out of the Syosset office at 317 Jackson Avenue. Both ladies have collaborated with longtime Chamber director “Trish” Tricia Shannon, an associate realtor with Douglas Elliman’s Syosset office.
The Douglas Elliman realty group is not a franchise, as Santella explained the partnership in ownership by “Howard and Dottie” – Chairman Howard M. Lorber, who began with Merrill Lynch’s Long Island Division and expanded with Prudential Long Island Realty becoming a ‘power brokerage’ for Long Island and the Hamptons, and the company’s CEO, Dorothy “Dottie” Herman, who has been named to Crain’s New York
Business 50 Most Powerful Women in New York multiple times.
Douglas Elliman has offices in select ‘premium market’ locations in the U.S. In her presentation Santella zeroed-in on the Syosset, Woodbury, Jericho and Old Brookville markets for the Chamber of Commerce audience last week, offering a perspective often unheard and unseen by consuming New York City or Long Island media reports.
“In Syosset for the under-$1 million price range there are not many homes on the market for the amount of buyers that are out there. Mortgage rates are increasing which means the buying power is limited…. You are seeing lots of bidding wars and houses going for over-list price and a lot of appraisals not going through. There are many over-$1 million houses around and they are not selling all that quickly….If they are priced right they can go but if they are a little high, they are remaining on the market. Woodbury, Muttontown, Oyster Bay Cove and some parts in north Syosset have the over-$1 million homes,” she said.
Santella advised that Woodbury is the area leader, “picking up the pace” and has the prices continuing upward. For Syosset she said the prices on
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NYU Winthrop Hospital is offering a free Tobacco Cessation Program for individuals who are ready to quit smoking. The six-week program will be held on Thursdays at 5:45pm on the following dates: August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, and September 6, 2018. Sessions will be held at the NYU Winthrop Research & Academic Center, Ground Floor Conference Room, at 101 Mineola Boulevard at the corner of Second Street in Mineola.
The program offers a step-by-step process to help smokers quit for good.
This is a comprehensive program that will address motivational and behavioral support, nicotine use, and pharmacological interventions, just to name a few. Facilitators include Joseph Weaver, Nurse Practitioner in the Department of Behavioral Health and Robert Sobotker, LCSW-R, Behavioral Health Social Worker.
Admission is free, but seating is limited and pre-registration is required. For more information or to register, please call 1-866-WINTHROP (1-866-9468476).
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Syosset High School alumna Samantha Falchook was recently named a 2018 Merrill Presidential Scholar by Cornell University.
The Merrill Presidential Scholars Program honors Cornell University’s most outstanding graduating seniors, who rank in the top one percent of the class in their respective schools and colleges, while also recognizing the high school teachers who have played a significant role in ensuring their success. Falchook was one of 32 graduating seniors who were selected by their college deans for their intellectual drive, leadership abilities, and potential to contribute to society. Each student then nominated a high school teacher and Cornell faculty member who most inspired them as scholars.
Falchook chose to nominate Carisa Steinberg as her most influential high school teacher. A biology teacher at
Syosset High School and a 1997 Cornell University graduate, Steinberg passed on her love of learning to Falchook, who took her advanced placement biology class as a high school senior. “It was a very rigorous course, and that’s where I really developed my passion for learning,” Falchook said. “She created such a welcoming environment, where I felt I could participate and ask questions. That really made the difference.”
Both Falchook and Steinberg were honored at the 30th annual Merrill Presidential Scholars Convocation luncheon hosted in May by Cornell’s president. As he congratulated them on being extraordinary teachers, Provost Michael Kotlikoff remarked to the honored educators “You can take pride in having influenced some of Cornell’s top graduating seniors – and in knowing that they continue to appreciate all you did for them.”
Friday, July 20th at 2:00PM
Great Performers with Marc Courtade:
The Charismatic Peter O’Toole
Peter O’Toole rose to fame in the 1962 epic film Lawrence of Arabia. An Irish bookmaker’s son, he was known as much for his hell-raising as for acting. His film career spanned over forty years. He made many excellent films such as Becket and The Lion in Winter, and many awful ones, but he never gave a dull performance. O’Toole had the most Academy Award nominations (8) with no wins. He was given an Honorary Oscar in 2003 for lifetime achievement, which he accepted with gracious wit and his ever-present charm.
Monday, July 23rd from 9:30AM to 12:00PM
The Physics Bus
Join us when the Ithaca Physics Bus comes to the JPL with their mobile exhibition of upcycled appliances reimagined by kids which showcase physics phenomena. It will awaken your interest and creativity with physics. For children of all ages.
Monday, July 23rd at 2:00PM
New Beginnings: Singles 50+
Join the conversation or just come and listen when Marla Matthews facilitates this support group. Designed for single, divorced, widowed, or empty nesters aged 50 plus. Make new friends, network and learn new skills to help you reinvent yourself. Register online or at the Circulation Desk.
Tuesday, July 24th at 2:00PM
News Currents with Elinor Haber
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Submissions from students of all ages are welcome!
This is an opportunity to participate in an informal exchange about topics of the day — the international, national and local scene. We’ll focus on trends that affect us now and in the future. Bring your thoughts, issues and a friend to join in the discussion.
Tuesday, July 24th at 7:00PM
Understanding the Stock Market with Ron Goldberg
Learn and discuss different buying and selling strategies from a retired banker and experienced stock market trader. Bring your questions regarding any stock that you may be interested in buying, selling or holding. Ron will show you how to dissect all available information on the company (including graphs) to help you make a more informed decision.
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Wednesday, July 25th at 2:00PM
America’s First Ladies - Part 2: Ladybird Johnson, Patricia Nixon, Betty Ford, Rosalynn Carter and Nancy Reagan with Marilyn Carminio
This multimedia lecture will highlight the personal side of life in the White House and the unique contributions each of these women have made to the nation.
Wednesday, July 25th at 7:00PM
Movie: Red Sparrow (Drama/Mystery/Thriller)
Ballerina Dominika Egorova is recruited to ‘Sparrow School,’ a Russian intelligence service where she is forced to use her body as a weapon. Her first mission, targeting a C.I.A. agent, threatens to unravel the security of both nations. Starring Jennifer Lawrence, Joel Edgerton, Matthias Schoenaerts. Rated R. 2 hours, 20 minutes.
Friday, July 27th at 2:00PM Broadway Overtures with Richard Knox
The idea of using a symphonic introduction for a musical theater production began centuries ago. Composers of grand opera began their works with a collection of musical motifs that allowed audiences to become acquainted with the melodies that followed once the curtain was raised. This musical “foreshadowing” became a key ingredient in productions such as Showboat, Oklahoma!, Guys and Dolls, My Fair Lady, and Gypsy. The act of weaving one song into another within a narrow time frame is an art unto itself. Be prepared for a wonderful experience reliving a host of melodies that have become an essential part of American music during this program.
Emily Kweit, a high school student in Jericho, has been awarded a National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y) Scholarship for 2018-19 by the U.S. State Department's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. Emily will study Chinese in China for the summer.
Emily, competitively selected out of over 3,300 applications from across the United States, is one of approximately 670 students who will study Arabic, Chinese, Hindi, Korean, Persian, Indonesian, or Russian overseas this
coming year. While in China, Emily will receive formal language instruction, live with a host family, and experience the local culture as part of an immersion environment.
The NSLI-Y program is part of a multi-agency U.S. Government initiative launched in 2006 to improve Americans' ability to communicate in select critical languages to advance international dialogue and increase American economic global competitiveness. The goals of the NSLI-Y program include: promoting critical language learning among American youth; enhancing cross-cultural understanding and deepening trust; sparking a lifetime of interest in foreign language and culture; and developing the skills to advance international dialogue, compete effectively in the global marketplace, promote mutual understanding, and contribute to a more peaceful world.
NSLI-Y is administered by American Councils for International Education in cooperation with AFS-USA, American Cultural Exchange Service, AMIDEAST, iEARN-USA, the Russian American Foundation, Stony Brook University, the University of Delaware, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and the University of Wisconsin.
Applications for 2019-20 NSLI-Y programs are expected to be available at www.nsliforyouth.org in the late summer. For information about all U.S. Department of State exchange programs for American high school students, visit https://exchanges.state. gov/highschool.
Mrs. Kaufman and Ms. Frischer were honored at the luncheon.
BY DARLENE PERGOLA-APOLANT
The Robert Seaman PTA held its annual Ladies Luncheon, which took place at Chris & Tony's in Syosset on Friday, May 4th. The lunch committee did a great job with the decorations and set the tone for a relaxing and enjoyable afternoon. The ladies got to socialize with each other as friends, neighbors, and fellow PTA members.
After a year that was filled with many committees that everyone contributed to, it was nice to relax together as a group. It was an afternoon filled
with fun, food, amazing raffles, and shopping that included jewelry, clothing, stationary, personalized items, and camp must-haves. The PTA invited administrators of the Jericho Schools to attend and they enjoyed meeting new PTA members and saying hello to old friends.
This year’s luncheon honored two wonderful teachers, Mrs. Kaufman and Ms. Frischer. We can’t thank them enough for their commitment and dedication to the Seaman community. We wish them all the best on their retirement.
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Congratulations to the Jericho Arsenal U16 Inter Division 2018 Long Island Cup Champions!
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Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino announced today that the Town of Oyster Bay will participate in Long Island Cares’ School Supply Drive. The drive, which takes place during the months of July and August, collects new and gently used school supplies for disadvantaged students.
“Children are our most precious resource and together, we can help make the beginning of the school year a positive experience for Long Island’s students,” said Supervisor Saladino. “The Town is proud to partner with LI Cares to collect generous donations for this worthwhile cause.”
The most needed school supplies are: new backpacks, new lunch boxes, binders, notebooks, folders, pens, pencils, erasers, pencil cases, construction paper, foreign language dictionaries, dictionaries, loose leaf paper, printer
paper, rulers, crayons, markers, colored pencils, glue sticks, tape, calculators, and books.
Those interested in supporting the School Supply Drive can place donated items in drop off boxes located in the following Town of Oyster Bay locations:
• Town Hall North – 54 Audrey Avenue - Oyster Bay
• Town Hall South – 977 Hicksville Road – Massapequa
• Hicksville Athletic Center – 167 S. Broadway - Hicksville
• Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating Center – 1001 Stewart Avenue - Bethpage
Regular business hours for the Town locations are 9:00am to 4:45pm. For more information about the program, residents may visit www.licares.org or call Esther Alter in the Town’s Public Information Office at (516) 624-6380.
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the market have come down a bit. “Luxury homes” are staying on the market a while but prices are not dropping dramatically, Santella advised.
She says around June 11 she listed a house and 35 buyers coming to the first showing, and many offered over the asking price in its first few days on the market.
“You have first-time homebuyers, you have millennials and you have people who are downsizing. All three are looking for that size house. Oyster Bay Cove is experiencing some bit of a downturn. There is good news here in that Muttontown elected a new mayor and Board and they have come to our open houses, realizing what’s going on. They know lots of builders and architects had left projects for Muttontown because regulations had made it too hard to build there in the recent past,” she told attendees.
Laura Schultz of RESIDENTS for a More Beautiful Syosset asked Santella about direct buyers from other countries purchasing homes in the area, and Santella says this is not as common as it was 10 years ago. At that time, due to the great quality of local school districts including Jericho and Syosset, many buyers from other countries looked to get homes upwards of the $3 million
and $5 million price range. Now some buyers, or investors, purchase multiple homes that run below $1 million in the same areas. The Chamber members briefly discussed the area’s shifting demographics since the early 2000’s and the enrollment in the school district.
Santella says the Town of Oyster Bay is involved in vetting the permits for mother-daughter homes and not allowing accessory apartments in town. She says in recent years the Town Board has increased regulation by following up with its municipal staff’s or Building Department site visits.
Syosset Board of Education Trustee
Andrew Feldman, who was elected to a second term on the school board and sworn in on July 10, attended the June 21 Chamber of Commerce meeting as he is a business owner in Syosset himself. He explained that the school district created a more stringent enrollment process as students need to be re-registered for Middle School and High school in the district as they transition grades. Trustee Feldman also said Syosset High School enrollment has increased some in each of the last two academic years. Santella says in the immediate vicinity of South Grove Middle School there has been construction moving away from ranch houses and creating 3,000
sq.-foot homes, each with more children as the older residents have sold and moved out. She added that the Stone Hill development also adds more children into the district and creates something of a shift for the district to manage.
Another trend for the Syosset/Woodbury market is the high rental market, as Santella told Chamber members many residents and those with families have sold their homes quickly and not had adequate time to select their next home to buy. In other parts of Nassau County things have changed too, as the south shore is experiencing a good market. “All of sudden buyers have forgotten about Superstorm Sandy and everybody wants to be on the water. The elevation is factored in and people do like the deep water docks – that’s back,” she said.
Santella says many buyers want homes that aren’t brand new construction, and the inventory of homes for sale in our area just cannot meet the demand of the hot market. “A lot of people don’t want to deal with some of the new construction mistakes, foundation, settling and any leaks. On the other hand some buyers only want new construction. A lot of these builders just purchase homes in one neighborhood and roll out, flipping then selling the homes,” she said.
Some sellers in the Jericho-Syosset-Muttontown area saw their homes remain on the market for a longer time in 2017 due to buyers’ hesitations over traffic and the access to public transportation. Santella says it is unrealistic to expect new residents to take the Glen Cove Ferry to Manhattan for their commutes. Most new residents take the LIRR from Hicksville “because they like the hub,” she said as the early birds can find parking on weekday mornings. “If you commute and you go after 7:15am. then you are not getting a spot in any town – but when the train does run, for work or for going into the city for a concert, theater or a game the LIRR is actually very convenient,” Santella told Chamber members.
At the start of the June 21 meeting Charo Ezdrin, president of the Syosset Woodbury Chamber of Commerce, welcomed Santella in her opening remarks and encouraged Chamber members to host a get-together in order to have the business community and local residents “pay a visit, with a chance to have a spotlight your business.” She said rotating the locations every month to another member’s business builds relationships and puts the operations and physical locations of company “on the map.” President Ezdrin reminded attendees last week that if they are a Chamber member and are intent on coming to the many meetings, networking socials at area restaurants and unique venues as well as ribbon-cuttings or business anniversary celebrations, they can contact new Chamber Administrator Maria
Duchin to receive a nametag (free of charge).
Duchin was introduced on June 21 and has contacted Chamber members online and in person to let them know of new opportunities, events and the plans for the second half of 2018 and beyond. The Chamber has introduced nametags for its members so they can be better acquainted to start meetings, and recently vegetarian food items were suggested to offer a full variety during the food and drinks portion of meetings. Another initiative from Chamber President Charo Ezdrin is to begin the informal meetings with the Pledge of Allegiance whenever possible, and the Chamber’s board approved that notion in the spring.
Alan Goldberg, co-chair of the Syosset Woodbury Chamber’s Membership Committee and Networking Committee, announced a free one-year subscription to Litmor Publishing’s Syosset Advance for Chamber members on an opt-in basis. The weekly newspapers, published each Friday, will be available for delivery to the preferred address of any Chamber member. Further information is available by contacting Chamber Administrator Duchin.
The Syosset Woodbury Chamber of Commerce, established in 1998, held its July networking event with southern cuisine and cocktails on Tuesday, July 10 at Mara’s Homemade (236 Jericho Turnpike in Syosset). Following the Chamber’s monthly business meeting on Thursday July 19 at DogAbility Center is the Monday, July 23 meeting to plan for the Chamber’s 20th Anniversary Dinner this fall. That Committee meeting takes place at William J. Chabina Insurance Co. at 30 Whitney Avenue, starting at 4pm.
The summer events’ calendar is loaded with tremendous networking and business-to-business opportunities as the Syosset StreetFair 2018 Committee prepares for the big day just two months away, on Sunday, September 23rd along Jackson Avenue. Another StreetFair Committee meeting is planned for 5:30pm. at Ezdrin Woods P.C., 93 Jackson Avenue, on Wednesday July 25th. The next night is the Town of Oyster Bay’s Movie Under the Stars, the animated film Coco which is co-sponsored by the Town Board and the Syosset Woodbury Chamber, held at Syosset Woodbury Community Park at 5pm.
In August the Chamber will hold its Board of Directors’ meeting on August 2; their general meeting on Thursday, August 16th at Puzzle Break Long Island (180 Michael Drive) and the August networking night at the Inn at Fox Hollow, 7755 Jericho Turnpike in Woodbury, on Tuesday, August 21 at 5:30pm. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres will be served.
Nancy Burpee has been swimming competitively all her life. Not only against other elite swimmers, but also against a rare connective tissue disease. Then she faced her greatest challenge: lung cancer.
Nancy was told she faced a choice: either major invasive surgery or wait and see if the tumor would shrink. Instead, she turned to NYU Winthrop Hospital and Dr. Laurence Spier, one of the country’s top robotic lung surgeons. Dr. Spier not only removed the tumor without removing the entire lung, he was able to “tease” her lung free from the chest wall. Nancy was amazed at the improvement in her breathing and stamina. In just three weeks, she was back in the pool, swimming faster than she had in years.
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July 20
The Great Performers Series continues at the Jericho Public Library with a lecture by Marc Courtade on “The Charismatic Peter O’Toole” at 2pm.
July 23
A “Physics Bus” will be visiting the Jericho Public Library for children to learn about creativity with physics from 9am to 12 noon.
“New Beginnings: Singles 50+” is the subject of a session with Marla Matthews, social worker and TV talk show host, at 2pm at the Jericho Public Library.
July 24
At 1:30pm at the Syosset Public Library, the “Afternoon Book Discussion Group” will meet to talk about Everybody’s Son by Thrity Umrigar.
Elinor Haber will lead the “News Currents” discussion at the Jericho Public Library at 2pm.
At 7 pm at the Jericho Public Library, Ron Goldberg will discuss “Understanding the Stock Market”.
July 25
The second part of a lecture series by Marilyn Carminio at the Jericho Public Library will present “America’s First Ladies” at 2pm.
The film “Red Sparrow ” is an R-rated film that will be shown at the Jericho Public Library at 7pm it is rated R and runs 140 minutes long.
July 26
At 2pm at the Syosset Public Library, “How the Internet Changed Newspapers, Books, TV & Film” will be discussed by Professor Brian Rose from Fordham University.
“College Essay Tips” is the topic of discussion at the Jericho Public Library rom 6:30 to 8:30pm for teens. Advanced registration is required.
July 27
The film “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri”, rated R and running 115 minutes, will be shown at the Syosset Public Library at 2pm.
“Broadway Overtunes” with Richard Knox will be the subject of the That’s Entertainment Series at 2pm at the Jericho Public Library.
July 28
At 7:30 pm at the Syosset Public Library, “Gershwin Jazz with the Paul Joseph Quartet” will be held.
July 30
The film “Black Panther” will be shown at the Jericho Public Library at 2pm. It is rated PG-13 and runs 132 minutes long.
July 31
Jericho Public Library’s Lisa Jones will lead a “Book Talk & Title Exchange” at 2pm at the Library. A session on “Book Trivia” will be held at the Syosset Public Library at 2 pm
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Thursday, July 19th at 2:00PM
Alfred Hitchcock: Behind the Curtain of Suspense
Presenter: Max Alvarez, author and film historian
Max Alvarez will take a spine tingling look behind the scenes of The Master of Suspense's notorious classics from The Lodger (1927) to Frenzy (1972) and the meticulous planning of these films.
This event is free.
Friday, July 20th at 2:00PM
Outstanding Hollywood Dance Numbers
Presenter: Richard Knox
The merging of two of the great performing arts (dance & film) has resulted in some of the most memorable
moments in American cinema. Stars such as Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers, Eleanor Powell, and Gene Kelly have created a vast array of outstanding dance sequences that have continued to enthrall moviegoers.
This event is free.
Thursday, July 26th at 2:00PM
How the Internet Changed Newspapers, Books, TV, and Film
Presenter: Prof. Brian Rose, Fordham University
Brian Rose will examine ways the Internet has radically transformed the old media. He will trace how this revolution took place in such a short period of time, and what lies ahead in the changing era of new media.
This event is free.
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Ju ly 20, 2018
BY KAREN RUBIN
For those of us anguished over the destruction of Puerto Rico, Dominica, Anguilla and other Caribbean islands badly battered by category 5 hurricanes Irma and Maria last year, the best way to help is to come down, visit, spend money at the refurbished resorts and hotels and help revitalize the critical tourism industry that so many islanders depend on.
And for those who may feel pangs of guilt luxuriating on the beach and in lavish hotels and want to do more to help rebuild, there are ways to volunteer some of your time working on local projects.
The Wyndham Grand Rio, located literally next door to Puerto Rico’s El Yunque Rainforest, which reopened January, has an arrangement with the rainforest and can shuttle guests who want to help out on projects such as clearing debris. The resort, which has its own generated, is located one hour from the airport in an area that has been fully restored.
Puerto Rico’s tourism website, SeePuertoRico.com, can link you to “meaningful travel” such as
On Anguilla, the luxurious Villa Viewfort’s infinity pool is where guests enjoy impressive sunsets and 360-degree panoramic views (photo courtesy of Villa Viewfort)
through Para la Natural, a local service organization.
“You see the resilience of the island,” said Sara Green Hill, who represents the Wyndham Grand Rio and visited in January. “The service is actually better because people are so happy to have visitors...The island looks good.”
Dominica Launches ReDiscover Dominica Promotion On Dominica, so many individual travelers wanted to help after the island was badly hit by Hurricane Maria, that the tourist office set up a “voluntourism” tab on its website, DominicaUpdates. com.
“Voluntourism – or ‘travel with a purpose’- didn’t start with the hurricanes, and there are some tour operators that run such programs,” said Colin Piper, Discover Dominica. “ But after the hurricane, the tourist office
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realized it had to fast track these programs, develop an infrastructure to support them.
“Now we realize we need to be more involved. Where people stay, how transported, safety and insurance – a total package. Some want to be part of program, others just want to spend a day as a volunteer, so they can call the tourist board to set up. We hope to grow and expand these programs.”
Meanwhile, Dominica, which calls itself “The Nature Island of the Caribbean,” has launched “ReDiscover Dominica,” using discounts on accommodations and on-island activities to attract nature lovers, “meaningful” travelers, adventure seekers, wellness enthusiasts, educational travelers and leisure travelers to visit.
ReDiscover Dominica eatures one free night on a minimum four-night stay at nine participating hotels. To qualify for the free night, bookings must be made by July 31, 2018 using the promo code DOM2018 and travel between July and December 15, 2018. Adult visitors age 18 and over will also receive up to US$100 in coupon vouchers redeemable at 15 participating vendors and hotels Activities include dining, car rentals, horseback riding, island tours, underwater experiences, spa services and duty-free shopping. Visitors are encouraged to book through tour operators within their geographic location or book directly with participating hotels on the campaign website
For more information on Dominica, contact Discover Dominica Authority at 767 448 2045. Or, visit Dominica’s official website : www.DiscoverDominica.com , see Dominica’s updates on the tourism sector post
Hurricane Maria: www.dominicaupdate.com , follow Dominica on Twitter and Facebook and take a look at our videos on YouTube
Villa Viewfort, Anguilla
The timing of a hurricane of historic proportions couldn’t have been worse for Villa Viewfort, a 200year old family estate that was opened for guests as a luxurious mansion experience (complete with butler service) only two years ago, on Anguilla, an island that is not normally hit by hurricanes. But the eye of Irma hit the island directly, amazingly not doing substantial damage to the historic home, but with winds of 185 mph, gusting to 215 mph, hitting with such force that marble pillars were shattered, steel rods were bent.
After being closed for six months, the estate reopened (“rebirth”) to guests in May.
“It allowed us to build an extra suite, redo the bathrooms and floors.”
ViewFort Estate is where Anguilla’s heritage and modern luxury meld to offer discerning travelers the comforts of home at the Island’s most elegant and historic setting – and the only of its kind - on the beautiful and sought-after destination of Anguilla. It delivers an unmatched ‘at home’ feeling for its guests while providing a window into the best of Anguillian culture and hospitality.
Anguilla is a place where celebrities like Justin Bieber come to get away from prying eyes.
The Gumbs family who owns the estate also owns one of the island’s most popular beaches, Little Bay, as well as a nature reserve, and in addition to curating authentic cultural experiences at the villa and on the island, also can curate voluntourism experiences to help repair the severe damage that Irma inflicted on
Puerto Rico’s Castillo San Felipe del Morro (also known as “El Morro”), perhaps the most iconic fortification built by the Spanish in the Americas, covers a 140 foot-high promontory at the entrance to the Bay of San Juan. This fortress, a US National Historic Site, consists of 6 levels facing the Atlantic Ocean, all of which were designed to create a devastating artillery fire over enemy ships. By the time of its completion around 1790, it had the reputation of being unconquerable and was the most feared of all the Spanish colonial fortifications. © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com
the island.
Framed by rock walls of a previous generation positioned on the highest point of Anguilla (214 ft.), the Villa owes its authenticity to a beautifully preserved 200-year old structure that has remained in the family, one of the last remaining examples of artisanal work of 19th century Anguilla. The Villa and its 9 characteristically-appointed Suites capture 360-degree panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean and Anguilla’s neighboring islands and cays. Combined with the feeling and essence of casual elegance the Villa exudes, it was purposefully designed to be unpretentious and deliver a warmth and serenity that comes from the easy-going lifestyle that is signature to the island. “We call this Pure Anguilla, something no other resort, villa or hotel can authentically convey.”
The Villa’s infinity pool spills out into two oversized Jacuzzis surrounded by miles of ocean frontage, where under swaying coconut fronds guests enjoy impressive sunsets and star-filled, moon-lit skies. Main House Suites provide the graceful appointments expected of a 5-star property and living spaces inclusive of a commercial-sized kitchen, library, indoor dining and living room, much like the comfortable luxury of an elegant home. The Villa Suites, separated by green lawns on the estate’s lower level, also have premium appointments but separate sleeping quarters areas for private dining, lounging and outdoor terraces with ocean views.
Classically-trained butlers and staff are available 24/7 to ensure guests enjoy a fully tailored Pure Anguilla experience at every turn.
It is the ideal setting for family vacations, weddings and holidays.
ViewFort Estate offers a “trinity” of attractions: it encompasses 80 acres of the Gumb family’s Katouche Forest, with caves, hiking trails, wetlands and two secluded beaches - Katouche Bay and Little Bay. Katouche, which offers an educational and fun guided hiking and caving/spelunking tour experience, has earned its fame with one of its found artifacts now on display at The Smithsonian.
Little Bay beach, which is hugged by the serene beauty of the protected cliffs, is internationally recognized for its blue crystal waters and powdery sands and outstanding snorkeling, swimming and water-sports.
A signature of Villa Viewfort is the opportunity to enjoy curated experiences. “As the Estate’s native owners and proprietors, the goal is to always bring forth an authentic Pure Anguilla feeling with carefully curated experiences that bring our island’s culture to life. Ensuring every guest is immersed in the natural beauty, rich culture and proud heritage of this remarkable island is a strong motivator for what brings our guests back over and over again.”
These might include:
• Prepare private Culinary Experiences with Anguilla’s top, Michelin-star, classically trained Chef;
• Handle event planning and entertainment for on-property weddings, parties, celebrations or events;
• Charter a private “hop on/hop off” swim and sand boating tour around the island, complete with crew, music and signature cocktails;
• Host a private Chef’s cooking class in the Villa’s gourmet kitchen with the island’s top Chef(s);
• Organize off-property island activities, ranging from kite surfing to tiger boating to historical tours
with a museum visit to shopping island wide to golfing to a culinary “food crawl”;
• Arrange on-property spa services and yoga; and, Equip and prepare guests for privately guided Hiking and Caving tours at the Villa’s nearby Katouche Estate, Anguilla’s Rainforest with the Villa’s seasoned local expert.
In the wake of Hurricane Irma’s devastation, Mrs. Gumbs-Connor also founded and runs the Pure Anguilla Foundation, dedicated to advancing education, sports, health, justice and conflict resolution, relieving poverty. One of its first projects is “Return to Happiness,” in partnership with UNICEF, to help alleviate the trauma of the hurricanes to children of the island.
For more information or to mak0e a reservation at ViewFort Estate, contact INFO@viewfortanguilla.com or call 264 497 8713. To learn more about ViewFort Estate’s trinity of offerings, or to learn more about or donate to the Pure Anguilla Foundation, visit www. viewfortanguilla.com
Cayman Islands Offers ‘WorryFree Hurricane Guarantee’ for Getaways this Season
The Cayman Islands Department of Tourism has introduced a “Worry Free Hurricane Guarantee,” a promise
by on-island partners to cover any cancellations made prior to arrival and compensation if vacation time is cut short due to inclement weather during a Cayman Islands getaway.
The Worry Free Guarantee includes a full refund of accommodation fees at participating hotels, condos and villas island-wide, with a maximum one-night penalty at most for cancellations made up to 48 hours prior to check-in as soon as a hurricane watch is issued by authorities. Additionally, many properties on-island are offering a free replacement stay throughout the summer months, allowing guests to rebook for the same duration as the initially-booked stay, regardless of how many days were affected by a hurricane or storm.
An array of hotels, condominiums and villas across Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman are participating in the Worry Free Hurricane Guarantee. This program is available only through participating hotels and resorts. For a list of properties and their respective policies, go to www.visitcaymanislands.com/ en-us/about-cayman/weather/ hurricane-guarantee . For detailed property guarantees, please visit the individual property web sites or contact them directly.
Martinique to host its first International Foiling Competition, November 17 to 24, 2018. At Caribbean Travel Organization media event, Martinique’s tourism minister Kaine Mousseau explains “foiling.” © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear. com
Martinique To Host First International Foiling Event Martinique will host what is expected to be the world’s signature international foiling event,and comes in advance of when it becomes an
Olympic sport. Organized by the Martinique Tourism Authority (MTA), the Martinique Flying Regatta will take place from November 17 to 24, 2018. The bay of Fort-de-France is an ideal
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BY CLAIRE LYNCH
Summer is upon us and it’s a great time to enjoy some nice weather and explore our Long Island beaches. After a day’s work I like to go swimming in either the ocean or a pool and I get recharged from this summertime recreation. Like many people I have the chance to do some different things and I take that opportunity before fall comes knocking once again. Here are some great things about summer.
A friend and I listened to a summer’s storm along with my niece’s three sons recently. Shortly before the storm began I ordered an extra-large veggie pizza and drove to pick it up. When it was lunchtime I poured five cups of iced tea and gave everyone some slices of pizza. I started to hear some rumbles of thunder off in the distance. The wind picked up, the air cooled a bit and sure enough the thunder got louder. Occasionally we saw lightning. The lightning became pitchforks and my youngest nephew, Alex, who’s 4, became frightened. I assured him that we were safe inside and that everything would be all right. I quickly closed and locked the windows. We then saw
sheets of rain pouring down the windows and overflowing the gutters. I didn’t let on to the kids but I had never seen the gutters so overwhelmed. I told Chuck, 9, Danny, 7 and Alex that sometimes we lose electricity – not always but occasionally and their eyes grew wide at the prospect of having to use flashlights and candles to see and get around later on, after dinner, when it gets dark. They haven’t had to do that often in their own home. The rain fell heavily for a couple of hours – enough to flood roads and almost bring things to a halt traffic-wise – then slowly it began to taper off. We didn’t need the flashlights and candles after all – or the transistor radio that I pulled out to show them - and their sleepover at my home became pretty routine. Their parents had gone to see a Broadway show and were getting home late that night so I had the chance to visit with my niece’s three boys and yes, to tell them some ghost stories. I tried to keep the ghost stories tame since Alex had already been frightened by the lightning. The whole day was pretty magical, between the midsummer’s storm that suddenly came along and the chance to hang out with some of my favorite relatives.
One summer when I was in college I flew from J.F. Kennedy Int’l Airport to Denver to visit an old high school friend. Patty and her family had moved from Rockville Centre to a suburb of Denver when we were in high school. Before they left for Colorado, Patty had asked me to visit her family and I had promised to go. My parents dropped me off at JFK and I flew west to the “Centennial State” which was called that because Colorado was admitted to the Union 100 years after the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Additionally, it is often called the “Colorful State” because of its magnificent scenery of mountains, rivers and plains. I had a reunion with Patty, her parents and her four brothers and sisters. We played tennis at a nearby school even though I had heard about altitude sickness - people warned me that there is less oxygen in the air due to Colorado’s high altitude. Colorado has the highest average elevation of any of the states. And we saw a Judy Collins concert in the open-air Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, CO, which is 10 miles west of Denver and we had a great time. I am sure that at one point or another in the concert
Collins sang “Both Sides Now” (written by the Canadian singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell) in that strong, clear voice of hers. The Red Rocks Amphitheatre acoustics were great. Part of the lyrics go:
“Rows and flows of angel hair
And ice cream castles in the air And feather canyons everywhere I’ve looked at clouds that way …”
My two-week vacation in Colorado was fun and one thing I remember is flying west on a glorious day in New York City where the August temperature was moderate, the humidity was low and the pilot expertly raised the jet above the fluffy cumulus clouds. It was a perfect flight.
My friend and I were flying from LaGuardia Airport to Myrtle Beach, SC, last July and as we sat at the gate waiting to board the plane, we saw a middle-aged woman go by with a cute dog in tow. The Shih Tzu was in a piece of luggage on wheels that had an opening at the top for the dog to stick its head out. The woman stopped at our gate and sat down to wait for the plane to arrive in New York and get ready
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BY TOM MARGENAU
Q: I think you made an error in a recent column. You said anyone can file for Social Security benefits online. But when I tried to file for widow’s benefits online, I learned that I could not do that. Were you wrong?
A: Yes, I was. I checked, and sure enough, a widow must file a claim in person either by phone or at her local Social Security office. I’m not sure if that has always been the case, or if it was a recent change. I’m guessing the latter because the Social Security Administration just got its hands slapped by the agency’s own Inspector General. He conducted an audit and discovered that SSA was not doing a good enough job of explaining the options a widow has when she signs up for Social Security benefits. And therein lies a story.
But before I tell that story, I must make three things clear. First, these same rules would apply to a man eligible for widower’s benefits. But because 95 percent of all benefits paid to surviving spouses go to women, and because I don’t want to muddy up my column with a lot of “he/she” and “him/her” pronouns, I’m going to address this column to women and widows. Second, the options I am going to discuss today only apply to a woman who has worked outside the home and who has earned her own Social Security retirement benefit. And third, these options will only work for a woman who becomes a widow before her full retirement age (currently age 66). Having said all that, I will have a message for other widows at the end of today’s column.
As a general rule, if you file for reduced benefits, that benefit will remain reduced for the rest of your life. And a corollary rule says this: You usually cannot take reduced benefits on one record and later switch to higher benefits on another record.
But those rules do not apply to widows. A woman could start out taking reduced retirement benefits on her own record and later (usually at age 66) switch to full widow’s benefits on her husband’s Social Security account. Or she could do the reverse: She could begin with reduced widow’s benefits and later change over to full retirement benefits. Let’s follow some examples.
Mary is 61 years old when her husband dies. Although she is now retired, she had worked much of her life. Her own full retirement benefit is $1,850. Her husband’s full rate is $2,000. Mary could file for reduced widow’s benefits. At age 61, she would be due roughly 77 percent of her husband’s benefit, or $1,540 per month. She could receive that until age 66, when she could switch to 100 percent of her benefit, or $1,850. Or she could wait
until age 70 to make the change, at which point she would get 132 percent of her retirement rate, or about $2,440. The latter sounds like a pretty attractive choice.
And just to make it clear, Mary would have another option. If she waits until she is 62 years old, she could file for reduced retirement benefits first. She would get 75 percent of her $1,850 benefit, or $1,480. Then at age 66, she could switch to 100 percent widow’s benefits, or $2,000 monthly. (Unlike the retirement program, there is no bonus paid to widows if they delay filing beyond age 66.)
Now let me give a more realistic example. Many working women are still at their jobs into their 60s and even beyond. So let’s look at Ann. She is 64 and still working full time. Her husband died several years ago. When he died, she filed for and received the little $255 one-time death benefit, but she wasn’t due any monthly widow’s benefits because she was still working. Let’s say her own full (age 66) retirement benefit would be $2,200. Her husband’s full benefit would have been $2,500. Once Ann reaches age 66, her earnings no longer affect her Social Security eligibility. So at that point, Ann should file for widow’s benefits. She would get $2,500 per month. Then when she turns 70, she could switch to 132 percent of her retirement rate, or about $2,900.
As I said earlier, all of these switching back and forth between benefit rules apply to women who become widows in their 60s or earlier. But the vast majority of women (and most of those reading this column) become widows later in life -- in their 70s, 80s and beyond. Women who become widows at those ages don’t have to worry about any of the options discussed today. When their husband dies, they simply will be switched to widow’s benefits on his record -- assuming he was getting higher benefits. Let’s look at more examples.
Lucia was 81 years old when her 84-year-old husband, Alfredo, died. He was getting $2,150 per month and she was getting $1,640. Now that Alfredo is gone, she will keep getting her own $1,640, and then she will get an additional $510 in widow’s benefits to take her up to Alfredo’s $2,150 level. Lucia would have to file a claim for widow’s benefits -- and she would have to do it via phone by calling SSA at 800-772-1213. Or if she prefers, she could call the same number and make an appointment to file a widow’s claim in person at her local Social Security office. By the way, Lucia would have to provide a certified copy of her marriage certificate (as well as the death certificate) as part of the application process.
Now let’s look at another 81-year-old widow -- Barbara. When her husband, Frank, died, she was simply and auto-
matically converted to widow’s benefits once she called SSA to report the death and supplied them with proof of death. Why is that? Because Barbara was getting only a dependent wife’s benefit on Frank’s account before he died. In other words, she didn’t have her own Social Security account. Because she has no claim of her own, and because she would have already had to supply a marriage certificate when she first applied for
spousal benefits many years ago, SSA already has all the information they would need to know she is eligible for widow’s benefits. They simply push a few buttons and the conversion from wife’s to widow’s benefits is complete. If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has the answer. Contact him at thomas.margenau@comcast.net.
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The event is expected to help showcase Martinique as a sailor’s haven with 350 km of coastline, cliffs and mangroves, a water temp averaging 28 degrees and steady tradewinds year round.
Frank Comito, CEO and Director General, of Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association; Johnson JohnRose, CTO communications specialist; Dinosio D’Aguilar, chairman of the Caribbean Tourism Organization and Bahamas Minister of Tourism; Hugh Riley, Secretary General of CTO announce The Rhythm Never Stops” campaign © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com
location to run a race showcasing these hydro-foil sailboats that represent the technological future of competitive sailing. Inducted into the prestigious club of “The Most Beautiful Bays in the World,” the Fort-de-France Bay is vast and protected 28 square miles (72km2) of maritime space, affording speedsters perfect conditions of the bay’s steady, moderate winds and smooth seas and the island’s low 80s temperatures.
To date, about 40 participants have been registered in this seven series race (or foil types), representing most of today’s hydro-sailing boats. Foil types include the very fun and hightech Kitefoil and Windfoil—that may soon be seen at the Olympics—the oneman Onefly and the celebrated Moth; the race will also feature bigger crafts like the Flying Phantom, the Easy to Fly and the American favorite, GC32.
The competition will include demonstrations and racing events in the Fort-de-France Bay; residents and guests will enjoy what promises to be a spectacular show. The program will also include races from the bay towards the farther shores of Trois-Ilets, Anse Mitan or Anses d’Arlet.
Airlines providing direct service to Martinique include Norwegian Air, American Airlines and Air France.
Packages will be available with
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for its trip down south. It was obvious to us that she also was flying to Myrtle Beach. We are animal lovers so we got talking to her and it turns out that three times a year they fly to Myrtle Beach to visit the woman’s sister. She has three small dogs and the sister’s friend has two small dogs so all six small dogs get to romp around the back yard and they have a ball. Her dog, Bella, who is white with tan spots all over, is four years old and who weighs about nine pounds, definitely knows the “airport drill.” The woman said that when she sees the luggage coming out at home in Manhattan Bella gets very excited and jumps around in circles. It means that it’s vacation time in Myrtle Beach where they all can relax and have a good time.
My family and I like having meat and potatoes for dinner but with the warm weather upon us my sister, Susan, reminded me that having a big cold salad for dinner a few times a week works. I agreed and recently got busy. I get a big glass bowl and put in some handfuls of fresh spinach that I have rinsed in cold water. I add whatever I can find in my refrigerator - cooked pieces of chicken, one or two hard boiled eggs, sliced tomatoes, fresh red onions, broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, some chunks of cheddar or American cheese, cauliflower, some slices of red, green and/or yellow bell peppers, avocado slices and occasionally, bacon. I toss in a handful of croutons for their crunch and top it all off with whatever salad dressing I like - French, Italian,
Russian, etc. I always keep some bags of broccoli and cauliflower in the freezer so if I don’t happen to have any fresh items in the house I just defrost a few cups full of them ahead of time and add them to my bowl. Not everything has to go in, of course. I add what I want and try something slightly different the next time. I shake in a little bit of black pepper. Then I mix it thoroughly - from the bottom of the bowl up - and the colorful vegetables look tantalizing. When the days are hot a nice cold salad hits the spot. It’s easy to make and preparing this dinner doesn’t heat up the kitchen or my house when the temperature soars. Adding some glasses of freshly prepared iced tea for my family members and me, we are all set.
One thing I like doing from time to time is hanging out in my back yard hammock. When the weather is nice, when I lie horizontally and see the blue skies of summer and watch the cumulus clouds drifting by, it makes me feel as if I haven’t got a care in the world. It makes my to-do list aka as my “list of responsibilities” look approachable, surmountable. It makes everything else I have to do in the days and the weeks ahead seem possible. The same thing happens whenever I float face up in the ocean or a pool. I feel as if time has stopped and I’m floating on air when actually I’m floating on water and as I relax the whole world in front of me seems to drift right on by. This mental yoga helps me to unwind, to recharge and to put things into perspective and when I’m ready to rejoin the world again nothing seems as challenging as it did before I walked up to that hammock or that ocean or that brilliant blue pool.
The lyrics to the song, “What a Wonderful World,” were written by Robert Thiele and George David Weiss. It was first recorded by Louis Armstrong when he was 66 years old and released in 1967 as a single which topped the pop charts in the United Kingdom. Louis Armstrong’s recording was inducted in the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999. The New Orleans native lived in a modest, two-story red brick home in Corona, Queens, with his wife, Lucille, for the last three decades of his life which is now the Louis Armstrong House Museum. The song was initially offered to Tony Bennett, who turned it down. Then it was offered to Louis Armstrong. He had a gravelly or raspy voice and a sensitive delivery. Over the years many other artists have sung this song. It’s poignant and it’s optimistic. Whenever I think of summer I automatically think of this song because it’s my favorite summertime song. Some of the words go:
“I see trees of green, red roses too I see them bloom for me and you
And I think to myself what a wonderful world
I see skies of blue and clouds of white
The bright blessed day, the dark sacred night
And I think to myself what a wonderful world
The colors of the rainbow so pretty in the sky
Are also on the faces of people going by
I see friends shaking hands saying how do you do …”
It’s my time to make some memories
with relatives and friends. On summer vacation I want to kick back my sheets and leave my bed unmade all day long. I want to decide at the last minute whether I’ll have toast, cereal or scrambled eggs for breakfast. If I feel like hitting a specialty coffee shop every day and ordering whatever I want - a mocha, hazelnut, vanilla or caramel-flavored iced coffee, blended into a delicious smoothie - I will. I want to cast my pretty watch aside and not think about clocks or whatever time it might happen to be, at least until the summer is over. If I have the inclination and the time, I’ll jump into a pool or the chilly ocean and feel their refreshing waves wash over me. Perhaps best of all, I think I’ll stay up late every night and watch reruns of “Seinfeld,” laughing at all of the punchlines and feeling as if I don’t have a care in the world. There is something deliciously lazy about summer, about enjoying every single minute and about not having to account for very much. What reminds me of being a kid in the summer is just that - feeling carefree, unencumbered and so unabashedly unaccountable. This is the one season that makes me feel so free and so relaxed. By September I feel renewed, recharged and reinvigorated. I hope that these summer days drag on slowly so I can savor each and every one of them.
Author Regina Brett once wrote about this fine season:
“Summer is the annual permission slip to be lazy. To do nothing and have it count for something. To lie in the grass and count the stars. To sit on a branch and study the clouds.
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lodging and event access tickets.
For more information visit the new website www.martinique-regatta.com
Registration is open until October 17th, 2018 www.martinique-regatta. com/index.php/en/register/
American Airlines operates nonstop from Miami to Martinique year-round, increasing from one flight weekly up to six times weekly in high season.
Norwegian Air is increasing US winter seasonal routes to Martinique: Fort Lauderdale to Martinique service will resume on October 31 with four flights weekly (increased from three flights weekly last year); New York-JFK to Martinique
service will resume on October 28, 2018, with six flights, two flights more than the previous season.
‘The Rhythm Never Stops’ Caribbean tourism interests are optimistic that strong consumer demand for a Caribbean travel experience and increased tourism investments in hotels and airport improvements bode well for the future of tourism, which is exceeding 2018 expectations despite the fact that some hotels in six of the Caribbean’s 32 major destinations are still in rebuilding mode following last year’s hurricanes.
“A growing number of travelers are understanding that the Caribbean is a vast region comprising many diverse destinations all rich in natural
beauty but each distinct in its history, music, culture, food and welcoming hospitality,” said Frank Comito, CEO and Director General of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA). “Just like a winter blizzard may affect the northeastern United States while people are sunbathing on Miami Beach, a weather incident in one part of the Caribbean does not affect the overwhelming majority of the Caribbean.”
That includes the summer season, which is when hurricanes are most frequent.
“Over the years, we have done number of things in the region to even out seasonality – gone are the days when seasonality curves. There are
festivals and events inserted into nonwinter to give extra value. Weather events are a fact of life.
“The thing about a hurricane is that it doesn’t surprise you – there is advance notification – people can adjust plans and we can also.”
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) and Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA) are launching a regional tourism marketing campaign themed, “The Rhythm Never Stops” – a theme that is adaptable for each individual destination to define “rhythm,” to express the spirit, energy and resilience of destinations, while offering a nod to fostering year-round travel and evening out seasonality. The campaign, initially funded with
$400,000, is being supported by private sector partners including Mastercard, Marriott and some airlines, with more partners being sought.
“But we are going to use ‘The Rhythm Never Stops’ in lots different ways so it will have all kinds of meaning to it,” Dinosio D’Aguilar, chairman of the Caribbean Tourism Organization, said at a media briefing in June.”In the Bahamas, the rhythm never stops,
in Jamaica the rhythm never stops, in Martinique and in Grenada. And in each of the countries will have its own interpretation of its story and its rhythm and its never-stopness.
“Each country will have own story about its rhythm. The campaign is intended to benefit the entire regionthat we are open for business – though affected countries coming back at different rates. We can’t always wait for
everything dotted before people come back. The first priority is to protect safety, but how many times do you see a ‘Pardon us while we renovate’ sign? The islands are in various stages (of rebuilding) but the rest of the Caribbean is vibrant.”
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BY MARY HUNT
If there’s one food that signals the arrival of summer, it’s gotta be salad. Backyard gardens everywhere are bursting with beautiful tomatoes, cucumbers, zucchini and basil.
But the same warm sun that nudges produce to perfection can also zap all the energy from the average cook. That’s why we love big, lovely summer salads. We can step away from the hot stove to eat well any night of the week.
And now the problem: How? Where’s the recipe? Truth be told, there really aren’t a lot of specific recipes for entree-worthy salads. What we need is a formula of easy-to-remember yet specific steps that will let us use what we have already to create hearty summer meals that even our pickiest eaters will enjoy.
START WITH A BIG BOWL
Depending on how many you’ll be serving, this may need to be really big. Because salad ingredients generally have low-energy density and high water content, you’re going to lean on volume to fill and satisfy even the hungriest member of the family.
GET CREATIVE WITH THE GREENS.
Sticking to the basics -- iceberg, butterhead, leaf, romaine -- is an easy fallback but a rut some of us get stuck in. Adding kale, spinach, arugula and any of the hybrids you’ll find at farmers markets and your own backyard garden will give you a lot of bang for your buck.
LOAD IN THE PROTEIN.
Salad works with almost every type of protein. A big main dish salad is the perfect place for sliced and cut up pieces of steak, chicken, shrimp, beans, eggs and cheese. Think of those small portions of protein you brought home from a restaurant or what was leftover from last night’s barbecue. Instead of trying to reheat, repurpose it into tonight’s salad.
ADD CARBS.
Healthy carbohydrates are good for you and help to bring variety and balance to a big main dish salad. They
should account for about one-third of a well-balanced big salad. Carbs like cooked whole-grain noodles, couscous, rice, quinoa and sweet potato are super filling and quickly satisfying.
FILL IN WITH FRUITS AND VEGGIES.
Here’s the perfect place for strawberries, slices of apple or mango. Add nutrient-dense items you have like corn, broccoli, pumpkin, beets, green beans and squash. Load in zucchini, cucumbers, tomatoes -- just about anything you have on hand is a likely candidate here.
GO NUTS
A great salad has a little crunch, and nuts do that very well. Add a handful of almonds, walnuts, pecans, macadamia nuts or cashews to your salad. Worried about too much fat? Don’t be. According to my personal physician, unsaturated fats like the ones found in nuts can actually help lower cholesterol, reduce the risk of heart disease and help to satisfy your hunger.
DRESS IT UP
Bottled dressings are fine if that’s what you have and prefer. Or try this healthy homemade vinaigrette that is so easy to make and absolutely fabulous!
HOMEMADE VINAIGRETTE
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
3 tablespoons champagne vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup good olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 freshly ground black pepper
In a small bowl, whisk together the mustard, garlic, vinegar, salt and pepper. While whisking, slowly add the olive oil until the vinaigrette is incorporated. This recipe will dress six to eight side salads or one big entree salad for four.
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WORKER for a local beverage distributor. Friendly environment. Driver’s License, no CDL needed. Ask for John Render 516-807-1180
FT CAREGIVER NEEDED
Loving family is looking for a caregiver who is energetic, caring, has strong values, great communication skills and appreciates good nutrition for a 5 yr old Diabetic. The person will need to be able to administer medication, prepare meals and assist with other errands on an as needed basis. Driving is a must.
Please call 516-978-6842
P/T ASSISTANT IN PHYSICAL REHAB office in Garden City. Perfect for college student or returnee. Will train in office procedures. Knowledge of Microsoft Word a must.
M-F morning and afternoon hours available, no weekends. Call 516-564-1138
PART TIME GREETER position available at local multiple location Funeral Home. Must be reliable, courteous and professional in both manner and appearance. Specifically in need of coverage for weekday shifts but need to be available for all shifts. Holidays mandatory. Must be willing to commit to a min of 10-12 hours/week. Responsibilities include but are not limited to lifting of flower pieces & chairs and some cleaning is required. $11 per hour to start. Please call 516-354-0634 for an appointment.
Place
HOME HEALTH CARE AIDE
SITUATION WANTED
A NURSES AIDE/COMPAN-
ION SEEKING position to take care of your elderly loved one. Experience and very good references. Live in or out. Driver. Light housekeeping, shopping, doctor appointments, etc. Please call 516-353-9686
CARE GIVER: NEED A COMPANION or nursing assistant for your loved ones at home or in a health care facility?
Call 516-410-9943 for a NY State certified nursing assistant with excellent references !
COMPANION/CAREGIVER
Over 7 years experience. Impeccable references. Seeking part time/full time position to care for the elderly. Please call Marvalyn 347-679-9016
Irish trained woman with 10 years experience and excellent checkable references available. Honest and reliable. Licensed driver with own transportation. Please call 516-383-7150
AIRLINE CAREERS Start here. Get trained as FAA certified Aviation Technician. Financial aid for qualified students. Job placement assistance. Call AIM for free information 866296-7094
GOT LAND? Our Hunters will pay top $$$ to hunt your land. Call for a free info packet & quote. 1-866-309-1507 www.basecampleasing.com
HAVE AN IDEA FOR AN INVENTION /NEW PRODUCT? We help everyday inventors try to patent and submit their ideas to companies! Call InventHelp, FREE INFORMATION! 888-4877074
LUNG CANCER? And Age 60+? You and your family may be entitled to significant cash award. Call 866-951-9073 for information. No risk. No money out of pocket.
BOY BEDROOM FURNITURE
Cherrywood bed and desk with bookshelves from Raymour & Flannigan. Very good condition. $500 for both. Call 516-877-1533 and leave message.
CLEANING OUT MY GARAGE! For sale: antique dressers, tortoise shell bookcases with matching chest, 1930’s Indian slot machine, baking supplies, double travelling stroller, pet containers small and large. Best offers 516-883-1978
• Personal and business references a must.
• Computer knowledge essential.
• 3 days per week: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 12:30-4:30. $250 per week.
ASSISTANT: Great Neck resident over 50 years lives in North Shore Towers. Needs personal assistant to make doctors appointments and plan daily activities. Howard
Middle school English Early Childhood Education MAGEN DAVID
Email: HRresumes@mdyschool.org
Seeking highlymotivated and experienced Programmer Analyst. Primary responsibilities will be to design, test, implementation and maintenance of membership related softwaresystem to meet end users’ needs
Analyze and evaluatepresent or proposed business procedures/problems.
Candidate must have aBachelor’sDegree, 5+ years exp. Extensive knowledge of the iMIS association management system and website interface, Strong database skills, computer coding languages and Report Writers (SQL Views-Access-Crystal-Excel-Word), ability to react to change and handle tasks as assigned, excellent communication skills, fast learner with good analytical and people skills.
Submit resumes and salary requirements to: hr m11590@gmail.com and specify Job#PA2018
HP 2840 ALL IN ONE LASER JET PRINTER FOR SALE
Network printing, faxing and scanning, plus walk up copying and direct digital photo printing.
Used, excellent condition. Located in Garden City. Pick up only. Cash. $250. Needs color toner. Email nlzcas@yahoo.com
INVITED ESTATE SALES BY TRACY JORDAN
Estate & Tag Sales
Online & Live Auctions
Cleanout & Moving Services
Home Staging Services Appraisals 516-279-6378 www.invitedsales.com
Email: tracyjordan@invitedsales.com
MOVING SALE GARAGE & BASEMENT FULL OF MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS FOR SALE.
HON Lateral Filing Cabinet, 5 drawers. Excellent condition. Misc Items: Printer, fax, scanner, A/V installation parts, connectors, cabling, etc. Much much more! Email for more info: nlzcas@gmail.com
MOVING SALE
GARDEN CITY
Saturday, July 21 9am to 6pm 75 Huntington Rd.
Childs bedroom suite, fish tank, paintings, flower pots, costume jewelry, turkish carpets, table saw, chandelier, old toys and games, stereo equipment, speakers, roll away bed, antique stove 1937, antique highchair/stroller, Country French chairs, Indian jewelry etc... Something for Everyone !!!
WANTED TO BUY
LOOKING TO BUY!
Oriental items, clothing, art, old & modern furniture, estates, jewelry, silver, glassware, dishes, old photos, coins & stamps, flatware. Call George 718-3861104 or 917-775-3048
TOP CASH PAID: JEWELRY, Furniture, Art, etc. Please call 718-598-3045 or 516-270-2128. www.iBuyAntiquesNYC.com
TAG SALE
*BROWSE
*SHOP
*CONSIGN
A.T. STEWART
EXCHANGE
CONSIGNMENT SHOP
China, Silver, Crystal, Jewelry, Artwork, Furniture, Antiques, Collectibles
Tues-Fri 10-4 Sat 12-4
Every Tuesday: 10% Senior Citizen Discount.
All proceeds benefit The Garden City Historical Society 109 Eleventh Street Garden City 11530 516-746-8900
email: store@atstewartexchange.org
www.gardencityhistoricalsociety. org
GARDEN CITY
Saturday, July 21 10am 4pm
70 Jackson Street Furniture, paintings, china, crystal, glassware, jewelry, books, holiday items, bric-abrac, area rugs, miscellaneous household items
GARAGE SALE
GARDEN CITY
Saturday, July 28 10am to 4pm
70 Brook St. Tables, lamps, pet equipment, cages, aquariums, outdoor equipment, glassware, etc.
MOVING SALE
GARDEN CITY
Friday 7/20 12pm-4pm Saturday 7/21 9am-3pm 110 Nassau Blvd
Household furnishings, custom made sofas, chairs, tables, mirrors, jewelry, accessories, kids bikes and toys and much more.
No Early Birds Please!
RAIN DATE: 8/11 9am-5pm
SALE
THE ANDY FOUNDATION YARD SALE SHOP
An eclectic selection of furniture, home decor, jewelry, china, artwork, antiques, housewares.
New donations daily 195 Herricks Rd
Garden City Park, NY 11040 Tues Sat 10am-4pm 516-739-1717
info@theandyfoundation.org
Proceeds benefit The Andy Foundation
LOVER doesn’t want to leave your precious pooch or fantastic feline alone all day. I’m reliable, dependable and will walk and feed your pet while you work or travel. Please call Cheryl at 516-971-3242
DO YOU HATE KENNELS? OR STRANGERS IN YOUR HOUSE?
HOME AWAY FROM HOME will care for your dog in my Garden City home while you are away.
Dog walking also available. Pet CPR & first Aid Certified. Numerous referrals and references. Limited availability. Book early!
Annmarie 516-775-4256
K9 Monk, LLC
Located in Garden City, NY, K9 Monk, LLC is a full service pet care company who is committed to providing the very best care to your dog’s well-being by using cutting edge professional dog grooming, day care, overnight boarding, private training and energy healing techniques. 516-382-5553 thek9monk@gmail.com www.facebook.com/k9monk www.k9monk.com
MERCURY SABLE LS: 2004 silver station wagon, 117k miles, very clean in and out, seats 7, clean Carfax, runs great, many extras. Asking $3750 or best offer. 516-840-8943
AUTO SERVICES
CAR DETAILING done at your home, includes cleaning of interior, vacuuming. Very reasonable. Please call 516-373-5928
AUTOS WANTED
CAPE COD: Cottage on river, two kayaks, available weekly Saturday to Saturday 7/21-7/28, 8/25-9/1, 9/1-9/8. $1350. Security $200. Picture on request wwhal@aol.com
Large One Bedroom Condo in the heart of downtown Garden City. This 800 sq ft Condo boasts newly finished Hardwood Floors, Dining Room, brand new Bathroom & Kitchen with d/w. Low maintenance & taxes.
By owner no broker.
$569,000 Call: 646-499-1684
DONATE YOUR CAR to Wheels For Wishes, benefitting Make-a-Wish. We offer free towing and your donation is 100% tax deductible. Call 631-317-2014 Today!
DISH TV $59.99 for 190 Channels + $14.95 high speed internet. Free installation, smart hd dvr included, free voice remote. Some restrictions apply. Call 1-877-229-5789
EARTHLINK HIGH SPEED INTERNET as low as $14.95/ month (for the first 3 months). Reliable High Speed Fiber Optic Technology. Stream Videos, Music and More! Call Earthlink today 1-855-970-1623.
Repairs and new installations, mold removal, shower pan leak experts, tile repair, sheetrock, plastering, painting, floors repairs and refinished, grouting, install tankless hot water heaters. Office: 516-933-6508 or cell: 516-263-6774
SPECTRUM TRIPLE PLAY! TV, Internet & Voice for $29.99 ea. 60 MB per second speed. No contract or commitment. More Channels. Faster Internet. Unlimited Voice. Call 1-855-977-7198
COMPUTER SERVICES BY
GCHS honors graduate & EE
major, 9 years experience. Setup, upgrade, repair your computer or custom build one, improve performance, install programs, remove malware, set up printers, back-up drives, provide instruction. Low rates. 516-743-2149
AMBIANCE
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
*Handyman & Remodeling
*Kitchen Installations
*Furniture Assembly
*Finish Carpentry
*Minor Electrical & Plumbing
25year GC Resident
Lic & Ins H18E2170000
Call BOB 516-741-2154
BATHROOM RENOVATIONS
EASY, ONE DAY updates! We specialize in safe bathing. Grab bars, no slip flooring & seated showers. Call for a free in home consultation: 888-657-9488
CJM CONTRACTING, INC.
Chris Mullins. Specializing in general contracting including churches and cathedrals. All renovations, expert leak repairs, dormers / extensions, bathrooms, kitchens, basements, carpentry, roofing, flat shingle, attics, masonry, stoops, brickwork, waterproofing, pointing, windows, power washing, plumbing, electric. Small jobs welcome. Free estimates. Licensed / insured #H18C6020000. 516-428-5777
HANDYMAN
HOME IMPROVEMENT
All phases of repairs inside and out. Siding, Cement, Brick, Kitchen, Bathrooms, Extensions, Patios, Fencing, Porch, Basement, etc.
Licensed and Insured. Call 516-406-1842
LAMPS FIXED $65
In home service. Handy Howard. 646-996-7628
MASONRY
All types of stonework Pavers, Retaining Walls, Belgium Block Patios, Foundations, Seal coating, Concrete and Asphalt driveways, Sidewalks, Steps.
Free Estimates
Fully Licensed & Insured #H2219010000
Boceski Masonry
Louie 516-850-4886
ROOF LEAKS REPAIRED
All types Roofing & flashing repairs, aluminum trim work and Gutter Clean Outs. Nassau Lic# H1859520000.
B.C. Roofing & Siding, Inc.
Text or call: 516-983-0860
HEALTH & FITNESS
Z ACUPUNCTURE & HERBAL HEALING ARTS
Xiao Jun Zhou, L.Ac. NYS Licensed Acupuncturist/M.D.China.
U.S. National Board Certified Herbalist. 103 South Middle Neck Road, Great Neck, NY 11021
516-809-8999
AccuHerbZhou@gmail.com
Insurance Accepted
PAINTING & PAPERHANGING
INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PAINTING
Plastering, Taping, Sheetrock
Skim Cutting, Old Wood Refinish, Staining, Wallpaper Removal & Hanging, Paint Removal, Power Washing, Wood
Replacement JOHN MIGLIACCIO
Licensed & Insured #80422100000
Call John anytime: 516-901-9398 (Cell) 516-483-3669 (Office)
JV PAINT
HANDYMAN SERVICES
Interior-Exterior Specialist Painting, Wallpapering, Plastering, Spackling, Staining, Power Washing. Nassau Lic#H3814310000 fully Insured Call John 516-741-5378
MICHELANGELO
PAINTING & WALLPAPER
Interior, Exterior, Plaster / Spackle, Light Carpentry, Decorative Moldings & Power Washing. Call: 516-328-7499
LADIES & GENTLEMEN RELAX & ENJOY Your Next Party! Catering and Experienced Professional Services for Assisting with Preparation, Serving and Clean Up Before, During and After Your Party Bartenders Available. Call Kate at 516-248-1545
MATH, SAT, ACT TUTOR: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2 plus Trig, Pre-Calc, AP Calculus. Norm 625-3314
ENGLISH, ACT, SAT TUTOR: 25+ year experience Critical Reading, Writing, Grammar, Essays. Lynne 625-3314
TUTOR
EXPERIENCED WITH ALL SUBJECTS; emphasis in math and sciences. Ivy League background. Resume upon request. Full availability in September; limited availability in summer months.
Contact arogers200@aol.com
PIANO LESSONS
By Ira Baslow. Experience the joy of playing the piano. Private lessons in your home, free no-obligation piano lesson, all levels, all styles, all ages. Beginners a specialty. 516-312-1054 www.iwantmypianolessons.com
CLEANING SERVICES
AVAILABLE ! 10yrs experience cleaning home & offices. Great references. Specializing in laundry, ironing and deep cleaning. Love animals. Own transportation. Please call Erika 516-406-5680
HOUSE AND APARTMENT
CLEANER with many years experience and good references available 7 days with flexible hours. 516-632-0169
HOUSE CLEANING
I clean your house and leave it spotless. Hard worker, experienced with excellent references and own transportation. Free Estimates Call: 516-943-7124
HOUSE CLEANING
Polish woman available for house cleaning. Honest and hardworking. Experience with great references. English speaking. Please call or text: 516-445-4699
RELIABLE, high quality service with great references. Please call Mirian at 516-6426624
SPRING INTO ACTION
LET US CLEAN YOUR HOUSE WINDOWS GARDEN CITY WINDOW CLEANING
1-866-We Junk It: All phases of rubbish removal & demolition. Residential, commercial,construction sites, kitchens, bathrooms, clean-ups, attics, basements, floods, fires. All size dumpsters. Same day service. Fully insured. Bob Cat Service. www.1866wejunkit.com 516-5411557
A & J MOVING & STORAGE: Established 1971. Long Island and New York State specialists. Residential, Commercial, Piano & Organ experts. Boxes available. Free estimates. www. ajmoving.com 516-741-2657 114 Jericho Tpk, Mineola NYDOT# 10405
COLLEGE ARTS ADMISSIONS: College Counseling in the Visual and Performing Arts. Dance, Musical Theatre & Drama. Film, Instrumental & Vocal Music. Audio Recording & Production. Theatre Technology & Production. Visual & Graphic Arts. Resume, Essays, Repertoire Lists. Michele Zimmerman. 516-353-6255 CollegeArtsAdmissions@gmail.com www.CollegeArtsAdmissions.com
COMPLETE JUNK REMOVAL/DEMOLITION SERVICE: Strong Arm Contracting Inc. We haul anything and everything. Entire contents of home or office. We clean it up and take it away. Residential/Commercial. Bonded/Insured. Free estimates. 516-538-1125
CLEANING AVAILABLE
EXPERIENCE POLISH HOUSE CLEANER
Good references, ability. Very honest, reliable, responsible and hard working. Own transportation. English speaking. Flexible days and hours. Reasonable rates. I will do a good job. Call or text 516-589-5640
Home Window Cleaning Service by Owner Free Estimates Inside & Out Fully Insured 25 Years Experience 631-220-1851 516-764-5686
STRONG ARM CLEANING: Residential and commercial cleaning specialist, post construction clean ups, shipping and waxing floors, move ins and move outs. Free estimates. Bonded and insured. 516-5381125 www.strongarmcleaningny.com
OLD VILLAGE TREE SERVICE: Owner operated since 1989. 24 hour emergency service. Licensed / insured. Free estimates, member LI Arborist Assoc. Please call 516-466-9220 CARE GIVERS
If you haven’t tried Chewy.com yet for your pet food and supply purchases, this is a great time to check them out. Last Hope is now part of their rescue program. For each new customer that makes a purchase, Last Hope will receive a $20 donation. Click on the ad below or go directly to the Last Hope page at https://www.chewy.com/rp/5941
Are you ready for a fun night out that will include dinner, a live auction, jewelry shopping, raffles and more? Then join us on Friday night, August 10th at 6:30 PM for a great new SPAYghetti event to benefit our feral cat programs. Download flyer here.
The event will be at Levittown Hall, 201 Levittown Parkway in Hicksville. Tickets are $20 and include dinner, salad, dessert and soda/coffee/tea.
Tickets can be purchased on our website http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org/spayghetti-dinner-helpfor-feral-cat-programs/ by clicking on the Paypal link.
You can also mail your request with check to Last Hope Inc., Attn; Spayghetti Dinner; P.O. Box 7025, Wantagh, NY 11793. Mailed ticket purchased must be received no later than Tuesday, August 7th.
Volunteers for our cat program are always greatly needed. There are openings on shifts for weekdays and weekends that accommodate any schedule. Please attend our next kitten/cat volunteer orientation being held Wednesday, July 11th at 7:00 PM. All orientations are held at our adoption center located at 3300 Beltagh Avenue in Wantagh. Learn more about our cat program, tour the adoption center and find out how rewarding the volunteer experience can be. Volunteer orientations are typically held the second Sunday of each month with exceptions for holidays. The next orientation dates are:
Schedules may change due to holidays so check our website for updates.
Reservations are not needed, but if possible, please fill out and email back a completed volunteer application in advance to volunteer@lasthopeanimalrescue.org or fax to 631-7605534. You can download it here. Mention if you’re planning to attend the orientation. We look forward to having you on our team!
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF DEALER FLEET SOLUTION, LLC.
Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on April 26, 2018. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY is designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC to 217 Woodbury Road #310, Woodbury, NY, 11797. Purpose: any lawful purpose.
SYO 4191
6X 06/15,22,29,07/06,13,20
NOTICE OF SALE
Supreme Court
County Of Nassau
ASTORIA FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION vs. SCOTT SHAPIRO, et al., defts.
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered December 16, 2013, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at the Nassau County Court House, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY in Calendar Control Part (CCP) on August 7, 2018 at 11:30 in the forenoon, the premises described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the Northwesterly side of Clearland Road distant 289.52 feet Southwesterly from the extreme Southwesterly end of the arc connecting the Southwesterly side of Parkway Drive with the Northwesterly side of Clearland Road, being a plot 65 ft x 100 ft. Said premises being more accurately described in the Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale.
Approx. Judgment amt.: $378,428.22 on first cause of action and $468,751.71 on second cause of action, plus interest, advances and other amounts allowed by Judgment, less payments made. Sold subject to the right of the United States to redeem within 120 days from the date of sale as provided by law. Subject to terms and conditions of filed Judgment. Premises k/a 14 Clearland Road, Syosset, NY.
Dated: May 31, 2018. Index No. 23839/09. RICHARD LANGONE, Referee.
THOMAS & GRAHAM, LLP, Plaintiffs attorneys. #95161 SYO 4198
4X 07/06, 07/13, 07/20, 07/27
NOTICE OF SALE
Supreme Court
County Of Nassau
THE BANK OF NEW YORK
MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF CWMBS, INC., CHL MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH TRUST 2006-18, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 200618, Plaintiff AGAINST SUN KYUNG LIM, SEOK KI MIN, et al., Defendant(s)
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly dated November 15, 2017 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom of the Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501, on August 21, 2018 at 11:30AM, premises known as 49 COLONY LANE, SYOSSET, NY 11791. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, SECTION 15., BLOCK 134, LOT 48.
Approximate amount of judgment $766,778.21 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment for Index# 16-001657.
WAYNE HENRY WINK, JR., ESQ., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC
Attorney for Plaintiff 1775 Wehrle Drive, Suite 100 Williamsville, NY, 14221 SYO 4203 4X 07/20,27,08/03,10
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 246, Article III, Section 246-18-E of the Code of the Town of Oyster Bay, notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals has scheduled a public meeting, which will take place in the Town Hall Meeting Room, Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, New York, on JULY 26, 2018, at 7:00 P. M., to consider the following appeals:
BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
APPEAL NO. 97-206 -
SYOSSET
ANTONIO CATANIA: (A) Amend Decision of Zoning Board of Appeals, dated May 29, 1997 in order to Amend the Declaration of Restrictive Covenants to indicate a change in occupancy while still maintaining a Parent/Child relationship. (B) Extend the Special Use Permit to maintain an existing second kitchen in a one-family dwelling for use as a Parent/Child residence.
S/s/o Cold Spring Rd., 743.08 ft. W/o Southwoods Rd., a/k/a 338 Cold Spring Rd., Syosset, NY
APPEAL NO. 18-330
SYOSSET
MOISES FARHAT: (A) Variance to allow existing shed having less side yard setback, exceeding maximum building coverage and height than permitted by Ordinance. (B) Variance to allow existing driveway having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.
N/s/o Dorothy Dr., 381.26 ft., W/o Clarissa Dr., a/k/a 14 Dorothy Drive, Syosset, NY
APPEAL NO. 18-331
SYOSSET
DIANNE SUTTIE: Variance to allow existing detached garage having less side yard setback, exceeding maximum building coverage of the principal building and height than permitted by Ordinance.
N/s/o Calvin Ave., 1174.94 ft. E/o Split Rock Rd., a/k/a 58 Calvin Avenue, Syosset, NY
APPEAL NO. 18-332
SYOSSET
KENNETH FORMAN:
Variance to allow existing rear wood deck having less rear yard setback and exceeding maximum building coverage than permitted by Ordinance.
N/s/o Dorothy St., 202.79 ft.
W/o Jean Pl., a/k/a 7 Dorothy Street, Syosset, NY
APPEAL NO. 18-333
SYOSSET
TAMMIE KIM: Variance to allow existing 6 ft. high fence exceeding maximum height across front yard than permitted by Ordinance.
N/s/o Church St., 104.30 ft. W/o Split Rock Rd., a/k/a 52 Church Street, Syosset, NY
APPEAL NO. 18-334
SYOSSET
ADNAN AHMAD: Variance to erect 6 ft. high fence exceeding maximum height across front yard (The Mall) than permitted by Ordinance.
SE/ cor. of Jackson Ave. & The Mall, a/k/a 275 Jackson Avenue, Syosset, NY
JULY 16, 2018 BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK
SYO 4204
1X 07/20
NOTICE OF NAME CHANGE
Notice is hereby given that an order granted by the Supreme Court, Nassau County, on the 22nd day of June, 2018, bearing Index Number 000690-18, a copy of which may be examined at the office of the clerk, located at 240 Old Country Road, Mineola, New York grants me the right to assume the name of Lindsay Claire Levine. The city and state of my present address are Syosset, New York; the month and year of my birth are July, 1999; the place of my birth is Manhasset, New York; my present name is Lindsay Claire Ogman. SYO 4205
1X 07/20
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING BY THE ZONING
BOARD OF APPEALS
Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 246, Article III, Section 246-18-E of the Code of the Town of Oyster Bay, notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals has scheduled a public meeting, which will take place in the Town Hall Meeting Room, Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, New York, on JULY 26, 2018, at 7:00 P. M., to consider the following appeals:
BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
APPEAL NO. 18-69AMENDMENT
JERICHO
LAWRENCE LIU: Amend Specific Plan as presented for Appeal No. 18-69 and granted by Decision of the Zoning Board of Appeals, dated March 1, 2018, to allow changes to proposed dwelling and to construct steps and landing having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.
SE/ cor. of Dewey St. & Leahy St., a/k/a 100 Dewey Street, Jericho, NY
APPEAL NO. 18-329
JERICHO
ROBERT P. WISELTIER: Variance to allow existing 6 ft. high fence and existing 6 ft. high fence on a 3 ft. high retaining wall exceeding maximum height in side/front yard (Key Place) than permitted by Ordinance.
SE/ cor. of Orleans Ln. & Key Pl., a/k/a 126 Orleans Lane, Jericho, NY
JULY 16, 2018 BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK
JNJ 7886 1X 07/20
• Hebrew reading, Jewish history, traditions, Israel and the Holocaust
• Special programs engage students through fun, hands-on learning activities, arts and crafts, baking, music and more
• Unique cultural events featuring guest speakers, authors, dance, and family-oriented activities
• One of the most advanced Hebrew school classrooms on Long Island featuring SMART Board technology, updated individual workstations and innovative software making learning interactive and fun
• Strong emphasis on Jewish ethics and values to instill a strong sense of pride and identity
• Weekly classes with Rabbi Katz; Jewish music and individualized Bar and Bat Mitzvah lessons with Cantor Chesler
• Specialist led individual tutorials in Hebrew reading
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$13,583 MLS# 3001646
Sold Price: $725,000
Date: 01/31/2018
5 beds, 3 Full baths
Style: Colonial # of Families: 1
Schools: Syosset
Total Taxes: $17,292
MLS# 2983167
Sold Price: $635,000
Date: 04/12/2018
3 beds, 2 Full/1 Half baths Style: Split # of Families: 1
Lot Size: 72x180
Schools: Syosset
Total Taxes: $15,904
MLS# 2985255
I started my real estate career with Douglas Elliman in 1994 and have been successfully selling homes all over Long Island. As a Syosset resident, I would be happy to share my extensive knowledge of the surrounding communities and award-winning school districts with prospective buyers or sellers.
