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Seven Jericho High School Science Research students were named Regional Semifinalists for the Siemens Competition. Pictured (L-R) are Jang Hun Choi, Serena Tam, Sandra Li, Grace Hu, Nathaniel Lee, Adam Pahlavan, Justin Kim and Jericho High School’s Science Research Coordinator Dr. Serena McCalla. See page 20.

Photo by Denise Nash

Town awarded grant for ‘Zombie Homes’

BY GARY SIMEONE

The Town of Oyster Bay was part of sixteen communities across the Island that was awarded a state grant for the monitoring of so called ‘zombie houses.’ The State granted a total of $3.3 million for the abandoned and vacated properties which have not been foreclosed on by the banks.

The zombie homes started to spread on Long Island after a tide of foreclosures stemming from the financial recession in 2007-2009.

In a statement from New

York Attorney General, Eric Schneiderman, he said that awards of $350,000 will go to the Towns of Brookhaven, Huntington and Smithtown and that the Towns of Oyster Bay and Islip would each receive a grant of a little over $349,000.

Other grants ranged from $152,000 for the Village of Freeport, $100,000 for the Village of Valley stream and $90,000 for the City of Glen Cove.

“The grants will help municipalities enforce housing codes, monitor vacant homes and make sure local

lenders abide by local and state laws requiring them to maintain properties,” said the Attorney General.

He added that zombie homes, “invite crime, threaten public safety and drive down the value of surrounding homes. The grants give communities the tools to eradicate them and to help families stay in their homes and not abandon them in the first place.”

The grants are part of a statewide $13 million program funded from a $3.2 billion set-

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Layoffs,

retirements create savings in 2017 Town budget

BY RIKKI N. MASSAND

At the Oyster Bay Town Board’s two public meetings held on Tuesday, October 18, the 2017 preliminary budget detailed $284.1 million of revenues and $284.1 million in expenses, overall a reduction of $5.5 million from the adopted 2016 Town of Oyster Bay budget of $289.6 million. The Board held two budget hearings on October 18, one at 10 am and the other in the evenings to residents who work during daytime could be present and ask questions. Town Board members will vote on budget adoption at their Tuesday, November 15 meeting at 10 am.

With $700 million in debt to be addressed step-by-step, for 2017 the Town’s notable expense cuts have apparently created dramatic savings, as no town-run programs are proposed for elimination. The most striking aspect of the proposed budget stands as a 10 percent total reduction in full-time salaries, town-wide, by department. A total of $7.7 million dollars in annual expenses would be saved through layoffs included in the 2017 budget.

According to the office of the Town Comptroller, the bulk of 2017 savings are projected to be in the form of layoffs. The 10 percent reduction does not mean that every town employee will have their salary cut by 10 percent. Rather the majority of Town of Oyster Bay employees will keep their jobs, but “necessary savings” will be achieved by laying off the number of employees needed to reach total salary figures projected in the 2017 preliminary budget.

Eighty-eight Town of Oyster Bay employees are scheduled to retire for the coming year, and another 15 resignations were included in budget projections, adding up to a total of 103 combined civil service retirements that will generate savings of between nine and 10 million dollars for the 2017 budget. An existing retirement incentive for town employees was briefly mentioned at the Town Board’s October 18 morning session.

In addition to layoffs, another $2 million in savings was explained: the Town projects a one million-dollar reduction in part-time and seasonal employee salaries and another one million-dollars’ reduction in professional services across town departments, from the funds traditionally allocated to outside consultants.

Advertising revenue questioned

Recurring revenues of $4.8 million from a tax increase within the state-mandated tax cap is projected by town officials. On the morning of October 18, new revenues for the Town of Oyster Bay in 2017 were outlined. One plan is for the rentals of town-owned facilities for events. A major undertaking is implementation of preferred parking permits for the Town’s LIRR parking lots. The office of the Comptroller says the Town expects that to bring in $750,000 in net revenues in 2017.

Another $3,000 is budgeted by the Town for a two percent administrative fee to be paid by the buyer on a Golden Age Senior Housing resale.

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This Week at the Jericho Public Library

Friday, October 21st – Saturday

October 22nd – Sunday, October 23rd

Jericho Library Book Sale – in the Meeting Room during regular library hours. Items must be paid for in cash.

Monday, October 24th at 2:00 PM

Movie: The Nice Guys (Action/ Comedy/Crime) - A mismatched pair of private eyes investigate the apparent suicide of a porn star in 1970s Los Angeles. Starring Russell Crowe, Ryan Gosling, Angourie Rice. Rated R. 1 hour, 56 minutes.

Tuesday, October 25th at 2:00 PM

Art Lecture: Jerusalem 1000 — 1400: Every People Under Heaven - with Professor Thomas Germano. This lec-

ture mirrors the exhibition of the same name at the Metropolitan Museum of Art (through January 8, 2017). It examines the key role that the Holy City played in shaping the art of the period.

Wednesday, October 26th at 7:00 PM

Understanding the Stock Market - with Ron Goldberg. Learn and discuss different buying and selling strat-egies 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. Register online or at the Circulation Desk

PANCREATIC CANCER AWARENESS DAY

Please join us for a complimentary program on Pancreatic Cancer. Speakers and topics include:

Megan Winner, MD, Department of Surgery “Surgical Treatment for Pancreatic Cancer”

Prashanti Atluri, MD, Department of Hematology/Oncology “New Paradigms of Care”

Megan McDermet, MS, Genetics “Genetics & Pancreatic Cancer”

Gina DeLuca, RD, CDN, Cancer Services Nutrition for Pancreatic Cancer: Prevention & Intervention

Saturday, November 5, 2016

9 AM to 11:30 AM

Winthrop-University Hospital

Dr. Martin Spatz Conference Center 259 First Street, Mineola

For information and to RSVP call (516) 663-4926 or E-mail: pancreasprogram@winthrop.org

Town of Oyster Bay awarded grant for ‘Zombie Homes’

BY GARY SIMEONE

The zombie homes started to spread on Long Island after a tide of foreclosures stemming from the financial recession in 2007-2009.

In a statement from New York Attorney General, Eric Schneiderman, he said that awards of $350,000 will go to the Towns of Brookhaven, Huntington and Smithtown and that the Towns of Oyster Bay and Islip would each receive a grant of a little over $349,000.

Other grants ranged from $152,000 for the Village of Freeport, $100,000 for the Village of Valley stream and $90,000 for the City of Glen Cove.

“The grants will help municipalities enforce housing codes, monitor vacant homes and make sure local lenders abide by local and state laws requiring them to maintain properties,” said the Attorney General.

The grants are part of a statewide $13 million program funded from a $3.2 billion settlement that financial giant, Morgan Stanley struck with state and federal agencies earlier this year. The settlement stemmed from problems with mortgage-backed bonds and Attorney General Schneiderman helped to negotiate the accord.

Town Councilman Chris Coschignano, who is the liaison to the Planning and Development Department, said that the Town is pleased to receive the maximum funds available to a municipality under this grant.

“The funds will be used to address housing vacancy and blight by bolstering our Town’s capacity for housing code enforcement, for tracking and monitoring vacant properties, for legal enforcement, and to support the efforts of the Town to prevent future zombie homes by connecting homeowners to foreclosure prevention program,” said Coschignano.

Free senior citizen performance

Experience live Theater at Jericho High School!

Jericho High School Harlequin Players will present “Murder’s in the Heir”- an audience interactive murder mystery-comedy by Billy St. John

Free senior citizen performance scheduled for Wednesday, November

16th, at Jericho High School Little Theater at 10am

The talented cast will host a small reception of coffee, tea, and cookies one half hour (9:30a.m.) before the performance.

For more information, please call 516-203-3600 x3226

Jericho Library book sale

Don’t miss the Jericho Public Library Book Sale to be held on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday October 21, 22, and 23 in the Meeting Room during regular Library hours. Items must be paid for in cash

Twenty-three commended students at Syosset HS

The Syosset Central School District is pleased to announce that 23 Syosset High School seniors have been named Commended Students by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. Congratulations to Lauren Burdge, Zhiyao Cai, Rohan Chandakkar, Sahil Chaudhry, Emily Chen, Maximillian Chen, Derrick Choi, Maya Chopra, Emily Dai, Mohamed El-Abtah, Amy Eng, Sophia Henn, Tierney Latham, Branden Lee, Megan Lucks, Rushabh Mehta, Nikhil Saggi, Richard Tang, David Wang, Brandon J. Wong, Brandon Z. Wong, Yichen Xu and Kevin Zhang. These students are among 34,000 of the high scorers on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test taken in 2015. They represent the top 5 percent of more than 1.6 million students who entered the 2017 NMSC competition and will receive Letters of Commendation in recognition of their outstanding academic promise.

National Merit Scholarship Commended Students from Syosset High School are congratulated here, with some displaying their NMSC Letters of Commendation, by Superintendent of Schools Dr. Thomas Rogers (front row, far left), Syosset High School Principal Dr. Giovanni Durante (front row, far right) and Assistant Principal Christopher Ruffini (second row, far left). Photo courtesy of the Syosset School District.

Lung CanCer awareness Day

Did you know that lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States? Yet, screening and new treatments can reduce related mortality. Please join Winthrop’s leading experts in the field of lung cancer to learn about screening, treatment, chemotherapy, non-invasive procedures, and mobilization of the body’s own immunologic defenses.

Speakers include: Todd Carpenter, MD, Division of Radiation Oncology; Corinne Liu, MD, Department of Radiology; Jeffrey Schneider, MD, Department of Hematology/Oncology; Elena Selbs, MD, Department of Pathology; Peter Siegler, MD, Department of Pulmonology and Laurence Spier, MD, Department of Thoracic Surgery.

Saturday, November 5, 2016

9 AM to 12 PM - Program

Useful literature and education materials will be provided. A light snack will be served. Winthrop’s Research & Academic Center 101 Mineola Blvd. (Corner of Second Street in Mineola) Admission is free, but seating is limited For more information and to RSVP, please call: Alisa Braithwaite at (516) 663-4658 This event was generously sponsored by the Phoebe Lynn Lewis Fund.

Boxers fighting for charity to be named in Plainview

BY GARY SIMONE

A new crop of boxers who are fighting for a good cause will see who their opponent will be at the Carlyle At The Palace next Tuesday for the Long Island Fight for Charity (LIFFC,) main event. The 13th annual boxing for charity main event will take place on November 21st at the Hilton Long Island in Melville at 6 p.m.

“Every year we have a new group boxers, businessmen and women from the boroughs and Long Island, who participate in this fundraising event to raise money for three separate charities,” said LIFFC Co-Founder, Jaime Austin. “Each boxer who enters commits to raising funds for certain organizations on Long Island.”

Money raised from the actual boxing main event which on November 21st will go to the Long Island Community Chest Organization, the Genesis Outreach Autism Center and Family Residences and Essential Enterprises (FREE.)

The Long Island Community Chest Organization helps people who are experiencing a short term life altering event and a short term financial crisis.

Austin said that each boxer who participates in the event takes their training seriously and works with a pro boxing coach to get into fighting shape.

“Each boxer trains four to six months leading up to the main event in November,” said Austin. “They get stronger and generally lose ten pounds while getting in better shape and in bet-

ter health.”

There are eighteen boxers altogether, 16 male boxers and 2 female boxers participating in the event. The boxers hail from all over including the Bronx, Ronkonkoma, Bayville, West Islip, Huntington and other towns.

They have various creative nicknames for themselves such as Michael “The Bayville Bomber” Bednar, Frank “The Hacker Attacker” Bravata , Gayatrri “Lady Gaya” Musraca and Dr. Ron “The Mazzacutioner” Mazza of Northport.

At the boxer reception on Tuesday at the Carlyle the boxers will be split into two teams, a blue team and a red team and find out who their opponents will be. They will be paired one at a time into fighting ability and weight class by MC Sal Ferro as well as coordinators of the event, Jaime Austin, Jeff Cohen and Matt Silver.

“The boxer matchup event is a lot of fun and we’ll get to see who’s boxing who,” said Austin. “We are expecting over 200 friends, family members, fans, sponsors and committee members to be there.”

The boxer matchup event will take place from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m and will include a cocktail hour and reception. Tickets at the door will be $20 and all cocktails will be $10.

Tickets will be $135 for the general public at the main event in Melville on November 21st and $250 for VIP.

Take good care of your heart a lot of people depend on it.

Creative celebration of peace in Syosset

In recognition of International Peace Day, which is observed around the world on Sept. 21, third graders at Baylis Elementary School in Syosset began their day sporting smiles, writing poems and making illustrations of what peace means to them.

In 1982 the United Nations General Assembly declared International Peace Day a day devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, both within and among

all nations and peoples. Students and educators are encouraged to observe this day through art, writing, and good deeds.

This year’s focus at Baylis is sustainability, (protecting of our natural resources). Baylis students ended their day planting seeds for the future and leaving school the same way they began–with bright smiles along with hopes for a world of peace.

Keeping with this year’s focus of sustainability, Baylis students ended International Peace Day by planting symbolic seeds of peace for the future.

Baylis third graders recognized International Peace Day by creating colorful illustrations and writing poems carrying messages of peace.

Photos courtesy of the Syosset School District

Baylis Elementary kicks off school year

Baylis Elementary kicked off the school year with several events to welcome new and returning families and students.

September 1st was the first day of school for Baylis Elementary School students. The weather was misty and warm and all the children and staff were happy and bright and ready for a new year! The students arrived with their backpacks, school supplies and lunches in hand, eager to see their Baylis friends and meet their new teachers. Principal Greiner and the staff were out front and warmly greeted all students, especially the new kindergarten class. Welcome Back Everyone!!

On Friday, September 9th the Baylis PTA hosted its annual back to school social. This event is a fun night of playing at the school

playground, hanging out with old friends and making new ones, and dancing on the makeshift dance floor (on the blacktop). The parents had a fun time, as well, seeing old friends and meeting new parents. It was a beautiful night enjoyed by all.

Baylis’s first PTA meeting of the year was held on Wednesday, September 7th. Just prior to the meeting Principal Greiner along with the PTA presidents Maria McDermott and Randi Fogel hosted a newcomers reception where the parents of students new to Baylis had an opportunity to hear about the wonderful programs and ask questions. The first PTA meeting of the year was well attended with a full agenda and a interactive discussion among the attendees.

Fifth grade girls are all smiles.

Jericho Jewish Center’s Sisterhood Dinner and Fashion Show

On September 22, 2016, Jericho Jewish Center Sisterhood President Cindy Tannenbaum welcomed members to the annual Sisterhood Paid-Up Membership Dinner and a very special fashion show featuring the unique and nostalgic clothing from the closets of Sisterhood members.

Past Sisterhood President Roberta Ende, pursued the idea of collecting garments from members after initially donating several party dresses and suits, including items she wore in the 1980s and 1990s. As the event was being publicized, Roberta started receiving calls from members wishing to donate various dresses from the 50’s and 60’s. One of these items was a lavender prom dress that the member wore in 1954 to her husband’s graduation from graduate school and another, a still stylish white and silver brocade jumpsuit. Another member donated classic tailored suits, a beaded pink satin gown with a matching jacket, and a custom made hat from the 1960s. To complete the fashion selection, elegant and sporty pieces were donated and modeled by numerous Sisterhood members. Past Sisterhood President Sylvia Wishner was the wonderful narrator, as the models took to the run way like pros, delighting the audience with their spirit and grace.

This retro fashion show, created by our own members, turned out to be entertaining for everyone involved and brought back sweet memories of celebrations, classic styles and amusing fads. It was a wonderful evening and Sisterhood looks forward to offer

Bar Association open house

In its ongoing mission to provide legal assistance to the community, the Nassau County Bar Association invites all Nassau County residents to bring their legal questions and meet one-onone with a volunteer attorney for free legal information and guidance at its Open House, on Thursday, October 27, 3-6 p.m. The Open House will be held at NCBA’s headquarters on the corner of 15th Street and West Street in Mineola. It is sponsored with Nassau Suffolk Law Services and The Safe Center LI.

Dozens of volunteer attorneys knowl edgeable in the following areas of law will provide information and guidance:

• Bankruptcy/Consumer Debt

• Divorce and Family issues

Event chair Roberta Ende with Sisterhood President Cindy Tannenbaum

St. Paul the Apostle Church begins Religious Instruction program

BY DARLENE PERGOLA-APOLANT

On Monday September 26th, Religious Instruction classes began at St. Paul the Apostle Church located at 2534 Cedar Swamp Road, Brookville, NY.

Children from Kindergarten through 8th grade will meet once a week to learn about the Catholic Faith, as well as prepare for receiving their Communion and Confirmation. For further information regarding St. Paul’s Religious instruction program please contact the Rectory/ Parish office at (516) 935-1880.

First Graders excited to be back!

Fourth Grade Smiles!

Preparing for Communion this year!

Syosset-Woodbury Rotary Welcomes new Rotarian

Harvey M. Gerstel, a volunteer for the Patchogue Rotary Animal Assisted Therapy Program, recently spoke at a Syosset-Woodbury Rotary Club meeting at Andrea’s 25 in Woodbury. Mr. Gerstel explained that PRAAT is a program that facilitates the interaction between people and dogs in a structured manner. It provides the joy and comfort of pets to those who are ill, mentally or physically

Oyster Bay Holiday Concert ticket lottery applications available

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor John Venditto is happy to announce that lottery applications for tickets to the Town’s annual free Holiday Concerts, are now available.

The Town’s Annual Holiday Concerts, now in its 33rd year will be held on Monday, December 5, Tuesday, December 6, Wednesday, December 7 at 7:30 p.m. and an afternoon matinee also on Wednesday, December 7 at 2 p.m. “As always, this much anticipated event will be held at the Tilles Center on the Long Island University-C.W. Post campus located at 720 Northern Boulevard, Brookville. It will be a wonderful holiday experience for all to enjoy,” Supervisor Venditto said. Due to the Holiday Concert’s overwhelming popularity, the Town will once again distribute a Holiday Concert ticket lottery. This ticket lottery is a fair and impartial system that has been very successful in the past in providing everyone with an equal chance of securing a ticket. To enter the lottery, residents need only pick up an application, or print out a copy from the Town’s website, www.oysterbaytown.com, fill it out and return it to the address on the application. Once received, the applicant’s name

will be placed into the lottery, from which winners will be selected at random. Selected applicants will receive tickets to either their first, second, third or fourth choice of performance depending on availability. All postcards must be received no later than Friday, October 28, 2016 at 4:45 p.m. Applications for the Holiday Concerts Ticket Lottery can be placed in the drop off at the following locations:

• Oyster Bay Town Hall North, Town Clerk’s Office, 54 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay.

• Oyster Bay Town Hall South, Parks Department (1st Floor), Department of Community & Youth Services (2nd Floor), 977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa. Supervisor Venditto indicated that those on the Town concert mailing list have already received an application in the mail. Simply fill out the detachable postcard at the bottom, affix a stamp on the reverse side and drop it in the mail. If selected, there is a limit of 2 tickets per household. Supervisor Venditto added that all lottery ticket winners will receive their tickets in the mail by Friday, November 18, 2016. For more information please contact the Town’s Department of Community & Youth Services at 516-797-7925.

Hooping it to the top

Summit Lane Elementary School physical education teacher Cynthia Dano, left, and principal Keith Squillacioti, right, are pictured with students who participated in the annual 2015-2016 Hoops for Heart program, raising $10,535 for cardiovascular disease and stroke research and health education.

challenged, or disadvantaged.

Mr. Gerstel acquired Mollie, a yellow labrador, five years ago, and she is a certified guide and ambassador dog. Together, they visit the VA Hospital at Stonybrook, nursing homes, and elementary schools.

For further information on becoming a PRAAT volunteer, call (631-207-9325) or visit their website: www.PRAATinc.org.

Summit Lane Elementary School in Levittown was named a Long Island “Top Ten” school for its 2015-2016 fundraising efforts for the American Heart Association’s and the Society of Health and Physical Educators’ Shape America Hoops for Heart program. Under the direction of physical education teacher Cynthia Dano, students participated in basketball-related activities, raising $10,535.

Hoops for Heart is a national education and fundraising program that promotes physical education and provides students with the knowledge of heart disease and stroke, while raising funds for cardiovascular disease research, stroke research and health education.

Photo courtesy of the Levittown School District

Harvey M. Gerstel and Mollie; Bob Mittleman, Syosset-Woodbury Rotary President.

South Grove students learn valuable lessons

Otto the remote Control Car and Bob the Puppet!

Bob is giving valuable safety lessons to the students!

South Grove Students have fun answering safety questions!

Syosset-Woodbury Rotary hosts Project Milo

Project Milo is a Syosset based, student charity group that rebuilds and donates old computers. Their President, George Chai, and Vice President, Mitua Shah, recently spoke at a SyossetWoodbury Rotary weekly meeting at Andrea’s 25 in Woodbury.

Project Milo has 25 student members ranging from freshmen to seniors, and they meet every week for two hours. Their current focus is to provide computers to underprivileged communities and to provide technology to autistic children and those with developmental disabilities.

The Syosset-Woodbury Rotary Club is a proud sponsor of Project Milo. Unwanted computers, computer screens and accessories can be donated by dropping them off at Astoria Bank, 50 Jackson Avenue, Syosset, c/o Virgilio Baez.

You can make arrangements for pick up by contacting Project Milo directly at project.milo1.0@gmail or by calling 516-350-0961

Distinguished Artists concert series begins

The Town of Oyster Bay 2016-2017 Distinguished Artists Concert kicks off the fall season with a wide variety of performances scheduled at various libraries throughout the Town, Councilman Joseph G. Pinto announced.

“I am happy to announce that beginning in October, the Distinguished Artists Concert series, one of the Town’s most popular programs, will return to help residents get over their end of summer blues. The Distinguished Artists Concert series includes monthly performances that run throughout the year and feature musical acts and dance programs that focus on the various interests our residents here in the Town have,” Councilman Pinto stated. “Admission to each Distinguished Artist Concert is free of charge and each concert provides residents with the finest cultural and performing arts entertainment at various local libraries”

Councilman Pinto noted that there are four performances scheduled for October:

-On Saturday, October 8, at 7:30 p.m. at the Syosset Public Library located on 225 S Oyster Bay Rd, Syosset; husband and wife singing duo “Eranga & Prianga” will perform “International Songs.” Eranga & Prianga are a husband and wife singing duo from New York that will entertain audiences with

a program of international songs.

-On Sunday, October 16, at 2:00 p.m., singer Ricardo Rosa will perform “Zarzuela! Popular Arias from Famous Operas” which will be held at the Jericho Public Library located on 1 Merry Ln, Jericho. All are welcome to attend but this performance requires a ticket. To receive a ticket, please call the Jericho Public Library at 516-935-6790, ext. 19.

-On Sunday, October 23, at 2:00 p.m., vocal trio “Gathering Time” will perform “Tribute to the Artists of Woodstock” a medley of artists from Woodstock reproduced with seamless harmonies, precision guitar playing are inspired percussion at the Farmingdale Public Library located on 116 Merritts Road, Farmingdale.

-On Sunday, October 30, at 2:00 p.m., residents are invited to see the music and dancing skills of “Estampas Folkloricas Peru”; a program of the traditional folk and dance music of Peru to be held at the Locust Valley Public Library located on 170 Buckram Road, Locust Valley.

The “Distinguished Artists” concert series is sponsored by the Town of Oyster Bay’s Department of Community & Youth Services. Anyone looking for more information should call 797-7900 or visit www.oysterbaytown.com.

Downballot Races

BY BOB MORGAN, JR.

I will give analyzing the presidential race a bit of a rest in this column. This is partly because anything I write will no doubt be superseded by the third and final presidential debate this week. But is also because this has been a long, ugly and divisive campaign and I can’t say that writing about the two candidates is particularly enjoyable. I know many people of all political stripes who cannot wait for November 9, the day after the election.

Nevertheless, it is still the political season, and the upcoming election will include a variety of other downballot races, so here is a review of some of the election contests below the presidential line.

At the head of the downballot races are the elections for members of Congress. Republicans have a substantial majority on the House of Representatives and it would take around a 30 seat pickup for Democrats to win a majority. Democrats talk of a wave election that would lead to party control of the House and make Nancy Pelosi speaker again, but this doesn’t seem like a good bet. There are simply not enough targeted Republican incumbents with strong Democratic challengers for a change in party control to be likely. The best guess, absent a sea change in the presidential race, is a 10-15 seat Democratic pickup.

The real action is in the races for the United States senate. Right now Republicans have a 54-46 majority. Since the Vice President casts the decisive vote in the event of a tie, Democrats need to gain 4 seats that Hillary Clinton is elected, and 5 seats if Donald Trump wins. Democrats have a big advantage in that they are only defending 10 senate seats, while Republicans are defending 24 seats, the product of the many GOP senators elected in the 2010 sweep who are now seeking another term.

Republicans are actually holding up pretty well in the Senate race. Only one GOP senator, Mark Kirk in deep blue Illinois, is trailing badly in the race; Ron Johnson in Wisconsin is a clear underdog, but

remains pretty competitive with his Democratic opponent, former senator Russ Feingold. Everywhere else, Republicans defending seats are either ahead (Rob Portman in Ohio, John McCain in Arizona and Marco Rubio in Florida), or in very competitive races (Kelly Ayotte in New Hampshire, Pat Toomey in Pennsylvania, Richard Burr in North Carolina). One wildcard and very close race is in Indiana for an open GOP seat. Although Indiana is generally a Republican state, Democrats are fielding former senator Evan Bayh, a member of a family prominent in state politics for decades, against Todd Young, a Congressman. The one opportunity for a Republican pickup is in Nevada, where Harry Reid is retiring, another tight race.

While Chuck Schumer, a heavy favorite in his race against Wendy Long, is the only New York statewide official up for election, the voting in the Empire State will feature a good number of competitive races. Vacancies in two Congressional seats, one on Long Island, where Democratic Representative Steve Israel is stepping down and upstate south of Albany, where Republican Chris Gibson is retiring, are producing potentially close races. In the Long Island race, state Senator Jack Martins is facing former county executive Tom Suozzi. Upstate, former GOP gubernatorial candidate John Faso is against Zephyr Teachout, the leftwing law professor who did unexpectedly well as a primary challenger to Governor Cuomo. The big question there is whether Ms. Teachout’s ideology fits the district.

And of course, there is the perennial fight over control of the New York state senate, the last bastion of Republican power in the state. Republicans currently control the chamber by one vote (at least not counting a band of independent Democrats) and another squeaker election is likely, perhaps only decided after recounts.

In any event, there will be much of interest on November 8, even for those not wildly enthusiastic about the presidential rivals.

Dr. Eileen Gentilcore, Rotary Past District Governor; George Chai & Mitua Shah, Project Milo; & Bob Mittleman, Rotary President.

Friday, October 21, 2016

New Jewish Heritage Tours Span Far-Flung Locales

BY KAREN RUBIN

Tour operators from different backgrounds and focuses have introduced Jewish heritage tours that span far-flung locales, mirroring the Jewish Diaspora. Indeed, the Foundation for Remote Jewish Communities is now working with Pacific Delight Tours, best known for its tours to China, on a new series of Jewish interest tours; Ruth Behar, a Cuban-born Professor of Anthropology, is introducing a new tour in Cuba, and Context Travel, famous for its indepth walking tours, now offers 15 different Jewish history and culture tours in cities around the world, from a Jewish Buenos Aires tour to a knoshing tour of the Lower East Side, including a new tour in Vienna.

Pacific Delight Launches Jewish Heritage Tours in Conjunction with Foundation for Remote Jewish Communities

‘India: My Second Home’ Kosher Itinerary Departs January 10, 2017

New York, NY - Pacific Delight Tours is teaming up with Rabbi Marvin Tokayer and the Foundation for Remote Jewish Communities (FRJC) to create a series of specialized Kosher Jewish interest tours. The program will launch with the India: My Second Home tour and will be expanded throughout Asia and other enticing global destinations where travelers can meet and learn about lesser known, yet thriving Jewish Diaspora communities.

“In addition to an interest in viewing history Through Jewish Eyes ™ with an insight into the fascinating remote Diaspora communities, travelers who observe kashrut (kosher guidelines) have specific dietary requirements which are not satisfied by typical tour programs,” said Rabbi Tokayer. “In order to keep kosher in distant places, we arrange visits to Jewish Community Centers with first-class

kosher restaurants. Additionally, in places where there is no synagogue, Hindu and Buddhist vegetarian restaurants allow us to keep kosher as these restaurants serve no “life”no meat, poultry, fish, eggs or even milk. They allow us to keep kosher while experiencing some unique local cuisine.”

Led Dr. Nathan Katz, a leading authority and award-winning author on Indian Jewish life, India: My

GOING PLACES NEAR AND FAR

Second Home is a two-week deluxe tour with opportunities to meet and interact with India’s diverse Jewish communities in Kochi (Cochin), Kolkata (Calcutta), Mumbai (Bombay), New Delhi and Agra. The program departs on January 10, 2017. The program visits many “mustsee” sights, including the iconic Taj Mahal, Elephanta Caves and other UNESCO World Heritage sites.

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Travelers will learn new traditions at Shabbat services and dinners in Mumbai and New Delhi, tour Kochi and Kolkata’s historic synagogues with local members of the Jewish community and experience Kerala’s scenic backwaters by boat while exploring rural Jewish settlements. Guests will also enjoy a scenic rickshaw ride through Old Delhi along with cultural music and dance performances.

“India is known for its antiquity and modern high-tech, its spirituality and Bollywood swagger, its bustling cities and pristine nature - a cultural kaleidoscope at the center of the world’s largest democracy. But what’s typically not known is India’s long history as one of the most hospitable homes in the Jewish Diaspora,” said Dr. Katz. “For centuries, Jews found a haven in which their traditions flourished. So too, they’ve been among India’s great mystics, taken center stage in Bollywood, served as mayor of major cities and produced the country’s greatest military hero, General J. F. R. ‘Jack’ Jacob, and most celebrated patron saint of 17th century Indian poetry, Sarmad Kashani.”

“India is fascinating not only for its sacred cow, the Taj Mahal and Hinduism, but it is also home to the least known and most benevolent Jewish Diaspora, including a Jewish kingdom established in the 5th century. Jews have lived in India for well over 2,000 years without a trace of anti-Semitism. I was surprised to learn so much about Jewish history of which I was previously unaware during the creation of this program,”

noted Charmaine Lau, Operations Manager at Pacific Delight Tours. “This is truly a fascinating experience and we are very excited to work with Rabbi Tokayer and the Foundation on similar programs throughout China and global destinations.”

Pacific Delight’s kosher tours utilize deluxe hotels such as Mumbai’s fivestar Taj Mahal Tower overlooking the Gateway of India and Arabian Sea. Other accommodations may include the Vivanta by Taj-Malabar Hotel in Kochi, the Oberoi Grand Kolkata Hotel, Taj Mahal Hotel in New Delhi and Agra’s ITC Mughal Hotel (hotels

A local Jewish woman explains how mezuzot (encased Hebrew parchments) are common in Diaspora communities throughout India

may be substituted with similar class accommodations at the discretion of Pacific Delight and the Foundation for Remote Jewish Communities).

The fully-escorted tour is available from $7,195 per person, based on double occupancy. Rates include deluxe accommodations, all meals (kosher or strictly vegetarian), all intra-India flights, the services of an English-speaking escort and local guides including acclaimed scholar Dr. Katz, enticing cultural events and personalized photos/travel blog of the trip. All taxes and gratuities are included so there is no need to tip drivers, escorts, guides or hotel staff.

International airfare and visa processing fees are not included and can be arranged by Pacific Delight Tours based on competitive market rates at the time of booking.

Dr. Katz is distinguished Professor, Emeritus, at Florida International University where he was director of Jewish Studies and founding director of the Program in the Study of Spirituality. He has written 15 books, including The Last Jews of Cochin and Who Are the Jews of India? A Fulbright scholar who has spent more than eight years in South Asia, Dr. Katz was delegate to the 1990 Tibetan-Jewish dialogue hosted by the Dalai Lama, which was chronicled in the bestselling book, The Jew in the Lotus

The tour cost includes a $900 per person tax-deductible donation to Rabbi Tokayer’s FRJC, a 501(c)3 notfor-profit educational charity that is devoted to preserving and promoting the endangered Jewish communities on the periphery of the Diaspora. Since its inception in 2003, FRJC has distributed nearly $1 million for Jewish libraries,

scholarships and sustainable farming projects. Learn more at www.frjc.org

Consult your local travel agent to book, contact Pacific Delight Tours at 800-221-7179 or visit www. PacificDelightTours.com for more information.

Tour Celebrates Jewish Culture in Cuba, March 1 -5, 2017

Led by Ruth Behar, Professor of Anthropology at the University of Michigan

Ruth Behar, Professor of Anthropology at the University of Michigan is leading a tour focused on the first public Celebration of Jewish Culture in Cuba, a landmark event bringing together art, theater, music, dance, and literature. The trip will highlight all the ways that Jewish Cuban heritage is alive and vibrant and open to the world.

“The story of the Jews in Cuba is like no other Jewish story. Jews arrived on the island at the beginning of the 20th century, mostly from Turkey and Poland, and brought with them the strong Sephardic and Yiddish cultural traditions,” she says. “These Jewish immigrants couldn’t help but succumb to the stunning vitality of Cuban culture and so they created a unique fusion of Jewish and Cuban culture. In recent years, a Jewish cultural rebirth has taken place in Cuba that has received a boost thanks to the many bridges being extended between Cuba and the United States. With the outpouring of enthusiasm for Jewish Cuban culture, this is an ideal moment to go and celebrate how Cuba became a refuge and a home for the Jewish people.

“Learn about the culture of Cuba, meet the Cuban people, interact with members of the Jewish community, and get to know the Jewish Cuban heritage and the vibrant ways in which that heritage is being interpreted by a new generation. You will experience the eclectic architecture of Havana and learn about the Jewish presence in the city, dine at the most charming home restaurants, and enjoy musical concerts of Klezmer, Sephardic, jazz and JewishCuban fusion music.”

Highlights include:

Greeting from Adela Dworin, president of the Jewish Community of Cuba and David Prinstein, vicepresident of the Jewish Community of Cuba, Patronato Synagogue. Known as the Patronato, Cuba’s major Jewish community center was designed by famed architect Aquiles Capablanca and founded in 1953. It maintains its beautiful facade with the symbols of the twelve tribes of Israel and a modernist arch rising to the heavens. In recent years, the Patronato has become a crossroads for Jews from all over the world.

The group will meet with Adela Dworin, president of the Jewish community of Cuba, and David Prinstein, vice president of the Jewish community of Cuba, who will provide a welcome for the first public Celebration of Jewish Culture in Cuba, followed by a performance of Jewish and Cuban dancing as well as a musical concert of Sephardic music and dance at the Patronato Synagogue, and a dessert buffet from Ashkenazi and Sephardic traditions in Cuba.

Havana in a Grand Manner at the Cafe Jazz Miramar: A Jewish-Cuban Jazz concert with Ernan Lopez Nussa and invited friends who will play an exciting mix of Jewish and Cuban jazz standards at a new club with a superb sound system and a relaxed atmosphere that has become a hot spot of Havana’s jazz scene.

Walking Tour of La Habana Vieja and its four plazas with a special focus on the old Jewish neighborhood, featuring visits to the Adath Israel Synogogue and at the kosher butcher shop, ending at the Callejon de los Peluqueros and meet Papito, a hair stylist and cultural activist who has spurred the revitalization of the area.

Presentation by Ayleen Robaina, a specialist in architectural preservation who works with the

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Office of the Historian of the City of Havana, Palacio del Segundo Cabo, who will speak about the intersection of Jewish history and architecture in La Habana Vieja. This event will take place at the recently restored Palacio del Segundo Cabo, originally the Royal Post Office of the Spanish Crown dating from 1772.

Poetry and Handmade Books at Espacio Altamira: Cuban-American poet Richard Blanco will perform a special poem written in honor of the Celebration of Jewish Culture, to be followed by a presentation of handmade books also specially prepared for the occasion by book artist Rolando Estévez and his independent imprint El Fortín. This event will take place at the Espacio Altamira, a gallery conceived by artists Yamilé Pardo Menéndez and Edel Bordón Mirabal.

Concert of Jewish-Cuban Musical Fusion at Fabrica de Arte Cubano: Sephardic music with Harmonic Motion’s Myriam Eli and Joe Zeytoonian, and Klezmer music with Frank London and other musicians.

These events will take place at the Fabrica de Arte Cubano (FAC), a thriving arts space housed in a defunct cooking oil factory that includes art galleries, a dance space, a cinema, and several independent bars and small eateries. Founded by X Alfonso,

a respected musician from a musical family, this is one of the most exciting large-scale art collectives in Cuba. Poems, Testimonies, and Stories of Jewish Heritage, with Cuban writers and members of the Jewish Cuban community & La Camerata Romeu: This literary presentation and performance will be followed by a chamber music concert by the world renowned Camerata Romeu of classical

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The Golden Girls are hot, again

BY MARJORIE GOTTLIEB WOLFE

The hottest thing at New York Comic Con this year was Rose, Dorothy, Blanche and Sophia from the “Golden Girls” sitcom. This comedy aired from 1985 to 1992.

Action figures of the “Golden Girls” were made by toy maker, Funko, and within hours the toys disappeared from the shelves. Their success wasn’t just limited to New York. Thousands of units were distributed to Target Corp. and sold out in less than 24 hours.

Shown below is a guide to some very funny quotes taken from their many episodes. Enjoy!

Cooking

Rose: Cooking, Dorothy?

Dorothy: No, Rose, I’m developing pictures for the Magellan Space Program.

Wonderful

Rose: Mmmmmm, Sophia! The kitchen smells wonderful. Is it Chef Boyardee?

Rose, Sophia [Sophia holds up a knife] Stick it in my heart, Rose; it’ll hurt less!

Earthquake/to explode

[Rose and Dorothy confront Blanche about sleeping with Gil Kessler. Rose says to Blanche regarding the news-

paper article]

Rose: Then why does it say the explosion was so great it shattered windows in a building 10 blocks away?

Dorothy: [holding her head] Rose, that was an article about an earthquake in GUATAMALA.

Liar

Dorothy: Ma, I have a feeling you’re lying.

Rose: Dorothy, be positive. Dorothy: Okay. I’m positive you’re lying.

Sailing around the world

Dorothy: Well, if someone asked me to sail around the world with him, I’d say yes.”

Sophia: Sail around the world? Please, you can’t even get someone to ask you for a date. Sail around the world. Yeah, like there’s a long line of men standing on the…. Dorothy: Alright, Ma!

Blanche: Yeah.

Water

Sophia: You can still walk, can’t you? Blanche: That’s true.

Sophia: Great, go get me a glass of water.

Nonsense

Dorothy: Oh come on, Ma, that’s superstitious nonsense. You know, step on a crack, break your mother’s back, it doesn’t work.—I know.

Matchmaker

Dorothy: I’m still furious with Ma for hooking me up with that matchmaker.

Old men

Dorothy: [the girls see all of the old men working on their garage] “I think that this was the supporting cast of Cocoon.

Marriage

Dorothy: When a 22-year-old girl marries a man whose 80, chances are she is not after his body.

Opinion

Sophia: Look, you didn’t ask for my opinion, but I’m old. So, I’m giving it anyway.

Healthy

Dorothy: Ma, the doctor says you’re healthy as a horse. Well, actually, the doctor in our pre-paid health plan says you’re healthy as a camel. I assume in his country, it’s the same as a horse.

Sophia [replies] You know, Dorothy, for an extra five dollars we can get a doctor who sees patients one at a time.

Jewish and Cuban music. The events will take place in La Habana Vieja at the Convento de San Francisco, a former basilica and monastery built at the end of the sixteenth century, now an art space and concert hall.

A performance of Hatuey, a theatrical opera based on the work of Yiddish-Cuban writer, Usher Penn, produced by Michael Posnick

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Beer

[on one of the flashback episodes when Dorothy is young]

Sophia:Where are you going?

Salvadore Petrillo: To get some air.

Sophia: We got air in the house.

Salvadore: I like beer with my air.

Hearing aid

Sophia: When I turn my hearing aid up to ten, I can hear canary break wind in Lauderdale.

gasoline station

Rose: I stopped at the gas stationed and they were nice enough to give me a ride home. [to Blanche”] “Oh, by the way, Chuck says yo.”

Blanche” Chuck from Arco or Chuck from Shell?

Rose: Shell.

Blanche: Big Chuck from Shell or Little Chuck from Shell?

Dorothy: Blanche, I think you’re spending too much time at the full service island.

Tony Bennett

Dorothy: Blanche, you dated Tony Bennett?

Blanche: Honey, I did more than date him! He may have left his heart in

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Dr. Katz poses with members of India’s Jewish Community

BY TOM MARGENAU

LBJ Did NOT Steal Social Security Funds

Poor Lyndon Johnson. When it comes to Social Security, he gets blamed for something he never did. Our 36th president is often accused of being the first chief executive to tamper with Social Security financing. Well, he did tamper with it. But not in the way conventional wisdom would have you believe.

And I was reminded of this in the reactions I got to my last two columns in which I cleared up myths about Social Security financing and presented a number of proposals for reforming the program. Dozens of you wrote and told me some version of this sentiment that came from a reader in California: “Social Security wouldn’t need any changes if Congress would just pay back the money that President Johnson stole from the Social Security system back in the ‘60s.” And here is another version of the story as relayed by a Texas reader: “We all know that LBJ cooked the books when it came to the Social Security trust funds. Get that money back and Social Security will be flush with cash!”

For decades now, misinformed critics have charged that President Lyndon Johnson moved Social Security money from its own separate ledgers to the government’s general funds in order to spend it. That’s not quite right. Here is what really happened.

We all know that the Vietnam War, which LBJ inherited from his predecessor, John F. Kennedy, was rapidly turning into a huge albatross around Johnson’s neck. And it wasn’t just the loss of thousands of young men’s lives that was bothering him. It was also the staggering costs of paying for the increasingly unpopular war in Southeast Asia. He was looking for a way to hide some of those costs, not just from Congress but from the American people. The government’s general coffers were essentially empty. But he noticed that there was an entirely separate government fund that was flush with cash -- the Social Security trust fund.

What most people mistakenly think LBJ did was simply tap into those funds and “steal” Social Security money to help pay for the Vietnam War. But that is NOT what he did.

What he did do was simply change an internal government bookkeeping practice. Up until that period of time, Social Security’s income and expenditures had always been kept on a completely separate set of government books. President Johnson merely added Social Security’s accounts to the general government budget. But this is the important (and almost always overlooked) point: He did not change in any way the method used to invest and spend Social Security money. In other words, Social Security funds were not touched. By pulling off this bookkeeping maneuver, by adding the Social Security funds to the govern-

ment’s overall ledgers, LBJ was able to disguise the growing deficit caused primarily by all the spending for the Vietnam War.

Maybe this analogy will help you understand what happened. Fred and Ethel are married. They both work. And they keep separate bank accounts to manage their finances. Fred spends money like there is no tomorrow. His bank balance is always near zero. Ethel saves a lot of her income, so she has a substantial account balance. Fred talks Ethel into combining their assets. Neither person changes their habits. Fred keeps spending just his money and Ethel saves most of hers. But suddenly Fred looks like he has more money than he really does because, on paper at least, his bankrupt account has been combined with Ethel’s flush ledgers.

Fred is like President Johnson and the overall government budget. Ethel is Social Security. Fred really hasn’t done anything wrong. He hasn’t taken any of Ethel’s money. He’s simply using her money to make his bottom line look better.

Like Fred, Johnson moved the balance sheets for Social Security money into the overall government budget for one sneaky reason: to mask his (and Congress’s) risky spending habits. All that Social Security income made the actual government deficit appear smaller.

This accounting procedure, adding Social Security trust fund accounts into the overall federal bookkeeping ledgers, is known as the “unified budget.” And despite its shifty intentions, you could make the argument that the procedure is entirely justified. After all, Social Security money is government money and it makes sense to add it in with all other government funds.

Still, after the American people figured out what was going on, these bookkeeping shenanigans left a bad taste, not only in their mouths, but in those of Congress as well. That’s why back in the 1990s, Congress changed the law to remove Social Security funds from the overall federal budget. So Social Security went back to its original “off budget” status.

Of course, by doing that, the government deficit, at least on paper, suddenly seemed much worse that it previously did. So almost ever since then, Congress has essentially kept two sets of books. One is the official budget with Social Security funds not included. But a second is the unified budget with Social Security funds still added in.

Which budget picture Congress presents to their constituents depends on the message they are trying to convey. If they want to scare you and tell you how bad the economy is and why you need to re-elect them to help reduce the deficit, they will show you the official budget books (with Social Security not included). If they want to impress you and

tell you how they have been working diligently to control government spending and reduce the deficit, and why you need to re-elect them to continue to do so, they will show you the unified budget (with Social Security surpluses included).

Having said all that, I cannot stress enough that all of this game-playing with the government books has absolutely nothing to do with how Social Security

tax money is spent on Social Security benefits and invested in government bonds. So President Johnson, and no president since, and, for that matter, no member of Congress, has ever stolen a nickel of Social Security money. But they sure have played around with it! If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has the answer. Contact him at thomas.margenau@comcast.net.

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(theater scholar) with Frank London (composer) and Elise Thoron (libretist) with the collaboration of Cuban actors, musicians, singers, and dancers from La Opera de La Calle. The group will attend the gala opening of the production and then stay afterwards for an after-party with the creators, cast, and musicians.

writer who brings an intimate knowledge of the Jewish community and the world of Cuban arts and letters through more than twenty-five years of return visits and engagement with her compatriots. Ruth is the editor of the pioneering anthology, Bridges to Cuba, author of An Island Called Home and Traveling Heavy, and director of the film, Adio Kerida, about the Sephardic presence

On Saturday morning, guests can choose to attend Shabbat Services with the Jewish community at any of the three Havana synagogues (Patronato Synagogue or Centro Hebreo Sefaradi or Adath Israel) or take a guided city tour of Modern Havana

Afternoon visit to the workshop on Sephardic music and dance with Myriam Eli and Joe Zeytoonian and on Klezmer music with Frank London and Klezmatics, Centro Hebreo Sefaradi, Calle 17, corner of Calle E.

Farewell dinner and special concert with Amadito Valdes, one of the remaining original musicians from the Buena Vista Social Club, and his band at Club Habana.

The five day/four night long tour program, taking place March 1 -5, 2017, will include transfers, Cuba visa, local transportation, guides, four nights accommodations, two lunches, four dinners, three museum visits, all concerts and events in the itinerary ($3795 with accommodations at Hotel Melia Cohiba; $3670 with accommodations at Hotel Capri; single supplement $750).

Ruth Behar, the event organizer, is a Cuban-born cultural anthropologist and

in Cuba. Her novel, Lucky Broken Girl, about her Cuban-Jewish immigrant childhood in New York, is forthcoming with Penguin Random House. Ruth has formed close ties with the Jewish community of Cuba and is proud to be working with the community to create the first international Celebration of

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Jewish Culture in Cuba.

For further information contact Ruth Behar at: vulnerable.observer@ gmail.com; link to the event http:// cubatoursandtravel.com/events/ celebrate-jewish-culture-in-cuba/

Cuba Tours and Travel is a fullservice Miami-based travel agency with 15 years of experience offering expert-driven cultural travel to Cuba. The tour company is licensed by the US and Cuba and are fully insured. “Most importantly, we have an abiding love for Cuban art and culture and have strong connections to the cultural institutions on the island.

For more information write to customerservice@cubatoursandtravel. com or call 888 225-6439 Ext. 804.

Context Travel Adds Jewish Vienna to Catalog of 15 Jewish Heritage Walking Tours

Context Travel, which offers walking tours around the world, has

added a new walking tour in Vienna to its list of 15 different Jewish history and culture tours in cities around the world, from a Jewish Buenos Aires tour to a knoshing tour of the Lower East Side.

The Jewish Vienna Walking Tour is led by a small group of historians, visiting key sites in Vienna, including: the City Temple, Holocaust Memorial, and neighborhoods of notable Jewish residents like Theodor Hertzl.

Docents from the Context network around the world share their insight and views on some of the greatest Jewish Heritage sites in the world, including their favorite synagogues and critical Holocaust Memorials that you must visit if you consider yourself an informed world citizen. See: Holocaust Memorials Around the World and Jewish Synagogues Across the World

The Jewish heritage walking tours include:

Jewish Berlin Tour Jewish

Buenos Aires Tour Jewish Prague, Jewish Ghetto & Trastevere in Rome

Jewish Catacombs in Rome

Jewish Vienna Tour (new )

Jewish Culture and Food Tour of NYC

Jewish Quarter Paris Tour Hungarian

Jewish Food Tour in Budapest

Jewish Quarter Budapest Tour

Jewish Heritage Tour of London

Jewish Barcelona Tour

Jewish Amsterdam Tour

Shylock’s Venice Sachsenhausen Camp Excursion from Berlin

Founded by National Geographic writer Paul Bennett and designer Lani Bevacqua, Context Travel is a network of English-speaking scholars and professionals, including art historians, writers, architects and gastronomes, who organize and lead walking seminars in thirty-seven (37) world cities, including: Florence, Rome, Venice, Naples, Milan, Paris, London, Dublin, Edinburgh, Madrid, Barcelona, Berlin, New York, Philadelphia, Boston, Washington, D.C., Buenos Aires, Rio de

Janeiro, Cartagena, Istanbul, Athens, Beijing, Shanghai, Vienna, Prague, Budapest, Amsterdam, Milan, Dublin, Tokyo, Kyoto, Hong Kong, Vancouver, Montreal, Melbourne, and Sydney. A certified B Corporation, Context Travel was named one of the fastest-growing American companies in 2011 by Inc Magazine. Travel + Leisure has called Context one of the top European tour companies for its innovative approach to travel and the depth of its programs. To learn more about Context, visit the website at: www.contexttravel.com.

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Jealous

Dorothy: You’re just jealous because I have a date on Saturday night and you don’t.

Blanche: Saturday night? Kid stuff. Get lucky on a Tuesday morning, then call me.

Nun

[Dorothy cannot find work during a ten-weeks leave from her job as a teacher]

Sophia: This wouldn’t have happened if you had taken the job I wanted you to.

Dorothy: Ma, you wanted me to be a nun.

Sophia: Right. It’s steady work, they supply the uniform and you’re married to God—at least he is home every night.

Dressed up

Blanche: Dorothy, do you think I’m dressed okay for the dog races?

Sophia: That depends—Are you competing?

Diary

Rose: Once I read your diary.

Blanche: You did what?

Rose: Well, it was an accident. You left it open on the kitchen table. I was twenty pages in before I realized it wasn’t a Sidney Sheldon novel.

Pain

Sophia: Ow!

Dorothy: What is it, Ma?

Sophia: Pain.

Dorothy: What kind of pain?

Sophia: The kind that hurts!

Strange man

Rose: There’s a strange man on our front lawn.

Blanche: Get the net!

Transformation

Blanche: [to Marla and Jackie]

Well, just let me freshen my makeup. Girls, why do’ you come with me and I’ll show you how I transform myself into a fresh faced innocent young thing.

Rose: Could you skip the innocent part, Blanche, the show starts in two hours.

Dress

Dorothy: Ma, I’m taking the dress back to the mall.

Sophia: So?

Dorothy: So, I’m sorry for what I said earlier, and I’d really like it if you came along and helped me pick out another one. What do you say?

Sophia: What do I say? I’m your mother, Dorothy. I was there for you when you needed a communion dress. I was there when you needed a prom dress, and frankly, I’m sick of it. Buy your own damn dress.

Initials

Blanche: That doesn’t say ‘Bed’! Those are my initials: Blanche Elizabeth Devereaux.

Hour Glass Figure

Blanche: One thing I know is I haven’t lost my hour glass figure.

Dorothy: But it looks like someone poured about ninety minutes extra sand into it.

Estate

Sophia: I’m selling my estate.

Dorothy: What estate? Your bus pass and loofah sponge?

Promotion

Rose: Do you know that promotion I was up for at the counseling center? Well, I found out I can’t have it unless I become bilingual.

Blanche: Oh, honey, don’t do that. No job is worth having to date women.

Looking younger

Stan: Hey, Sophia, you’re looking younger and more beautiful than ever.

Sophia: And may I say that’s a beautiful toupee you’re wearing? There, now we’re both lying.

MARJORIE WOLFE’S favorite quote from the “Golden Girls”: Sophia: Please, I’m in my twilight years.

Dorothy: You’re in the Twilight ZONE!

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Create Classic Flavor Combinations, Even Without All of the Ingredients

BY LISA MESSINGER

Anyone who grew up on treats like date nut bread and cream cheese -- or even English muffin “pizzas” from the toaster oven -- knows how comforting they can be. What’s even more heartening is how easy it is to replicate the cozy experiences, even when you don’t have all of the ingredients on hand. A flavor fest is just that. It’s about memories of the essences of classic flavor combinations.

Below are some dishes I make in a flash that often even feature improvements over the originals. The date nut dazzler, for instance, is even tastier with the pecans I always have in the house rather than the plainer walnuts fea-

tured in most traditional recipes.

DATE NUT DAZZLER

Spread whole-wheat crackers with cream cheese and top with ground cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice, chopped dates, and chopped pecans.

PIZZA PEP-ME-UPS

Paint store-bought thawed puff pastry dough with pizza or pasta sauce, fill with cooked pepperoni slices, shredded mozzarella cheese, finely diced green bell pepper, mushroom and red onion, fold closed and cook according to puff pastry package instructions.

INSIDE-OUT CHILI DOGS

To homemade or canned chili, add sliced cooked hot dogs, ketchup and mustard. Serve with torn pieces of toasted hot dog buns for dipping.

FROZEN WAFFLE FEST

Stir pure maple syrup and orange marmalade or strawberry jam into peanut butter and spread on top of warm toasted freezer waffles.

EVEN MORE CREAMY CREAM OF TOMATO SOUP

In a microwave-safe container for 20 seconds, or until melted, heat together cheddar, pepperjack and Swiss cheeses. Swirl into servings of homemade or canned cream of tomato soup and top with garlic-flavored packaged croutons.

HAPPY HOT CHOCOLATE

Into a cup of heated hot chocolate, stir strawberry pancake syrup, pure vanilla extract, a dash of cayenne pepper, and top with whipped cream and ground cinnamon.

BREAD

PUDDING PIZZAZZ

Rip chunks of egg bread or challah and mix gently into homemade or store-bought vanilla pudding to which you have stirred in ground allspice and cloves.

APPLESAUCE APPLE PIE

Into no-sugar-added applesauce, stir chopped walnuts, raisins and cinnamon. Top with broken sugar cookie

pieces and heat in microwave for 30 seconds, or until warm.

AFTER-WORK GOURMET COOKBOOK SHELF

A slow cooker is often the home of rich, creamy comfort food meals full of calories. Gina Homolka, creator of the popular “Skinnytaste” series of books, proves that doesn’t always have to be the case. In “Skinnytaste Fast and Slow,” she fills diners up and not out with thoughtful lowered-fat recipes full of simmered-in flavor. Because of her expertise with this type of recipe creation, Homolka comes up with lots of varied innovations, such as chicken and dumplings, cauliflower “fried” rice, Korean-style beef tacos and flourless chocolate brownies.

Lisa Messinger is a first-place winner in food writing from the Association of Food Journalists and the author of seven food books, including “Mrs. Cubbison’s Best Stuffing Cookbook” and “The Sourdough Bread Bowl Cookbook.”

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CAREGIVERS WANTED: Experienced Infant Caregiver(s) needed (3 months-18 months) for new Child Care Center in Roslyn. Interviews are now being conducted. All qualified people are welcome to apply. Full or part time available. Please call 516-626-0293

CHILD CARE ASSISTANTIN

GARDEN CITY PT 2:00-6/7pm weekdays & Monday mornings. Previous experience caring for children is required, as well as having a passion for working with children in an educational, fun, nurturing, positive environment. Contact Nidia 516-873-1853

Employment

Situation Wanted

C OMPANION/HOME HEALTH AIDE

With 20 years experience in home care & nursing homes seeking position to care for the sick/elderly. Experience with Parkinsons, Alzheimers, Dementia, Stroke. Licensed driver able to transport to appointments, etc. References available. English speaking. Please call 347-546-4133

EXPERIENCED NURSING

Employment

Help Wanted

MEDICAL ASSISTANT/RE-

CEPTIONIST: Full time for busy pediatric practice. Experience preferred but will train. Great personality, work ethic. Fax resume 516-767-8961 or email pugliesem@prodigy.net

SITTER PART TIME GAR-

DEN CITY:

Needed to care for two active children ages 8 & 11. Must have flexible schedule & own car. Immediate opening. Call 516-747-0982(Please leave message)

Situation Wanted

CAREGIVER/ HHA:

Professionally trained with 28 years experience working with elderly clients. Providing meal prep, medication reminders, bathing, travel, errands and genuine, pleasant companionship Monday thru Friday. Call 718-717-6670

CAREGIVER:

Seeking a patient, experienced care provider to care for your elderly loved one? If so, please contact me. I would be happy to assist.

Call Marva 917-302-5482

CERTIFIED NURSE’S AIDE

15+ yrs experience, honest & reliable seeking home care position. Available full-time, parttime, weekends & overnight. Licensed driver with own car. Contact Barbara 516-468-1340

CLEANING SERVICES

AVAILABLE to clean homes, apartments, offices & stores. Free estimates. Own transportation. References available. Please call Rosemary 516-782-5764

AIDE seeking position to take care of elderly. Full time or part time evenings or weekends. Own car and good references. Please Call Mavis 917-796-5917

EXPERIENCED POLISH

HOUSE CLEANER

Good references. Very honest, reliable, responsible and hard working. Own transportation. English speaking. Flexible days /hours. I will do a good job. Please call 516-589-5640

HOME HEALTH AIDE

AVAILABLE:

Kind, compassionate aide working with sick, elderly and newborn care seeking FT/PT position on weekdays, weekends or overnight. 25+ years experience. References available. Call Liz 516-590-5338

HOME HEALTH AIDE

Ukrainian woman (previously Physical Therapist in Ukraine) seeking live in position of home health aide. Excellent cook also! Excellent references. Please call 516-294-9519

HOME HEALTH AIDE/ ELDER CARE Home health aide with over 15 years experience !! Excellent references. Cooking, cleaning, showers, all aspects of daily care. Live in. Available Immediately !! Call Sharon 347-739-7717

HOUSE CLEANING with 15 years of experience. Good references. English speaking, own transportation.Very trustworthy.

Please call Lucy 516-747-0074 or 516-444-6351

HOUSE CLEANING:

Experienced cleaning service available. Pleasant, responsible. Provides own quality clean products. Own transportation. Local references. Spanish/English speaking. Free estimates. Approximate cost: Small home $79, Mid size $99, Large $118. Please call Diana 516-859-7084

HOUSECLEANING

Very honest and kind woman available to clean your home Mon-Fri. Own transportation, own supplies, great rates. Local references. Pet lover. Spanish/ English speaking. Contact Marleni 516-734-1016 or 516-902-7249

Employment

Situation Wanted

HOUSECLEANING

Woman with 10 years experience & excellent references available to clean your home. Flexible hoursavailable 7 days. Will bring own supplies. Call Mercedes 516-514-6642, elenatrejo343536@gmail.com or Gladys 516-698-6187. gladysrojas026@gmail.com

NURSING ASSISTANT/ HOME CARE ATTENDANT Nurse’s assistant available to care for the elderly. Live in or live out. Offering compassionate home care full time or part time. Available for overnight also. Please call 347-543-5960

Business Opportunities

BUSINESS BROKERS:

$200,000+ seeking talented, ambitious individuals to train as Business Brokers. Amazing opportunity! www.SanctaFideBrokerage.com 516-365-5000 maya.worsoff@sanctafide.com

Announcements

Adoption

ADOPTION: UNPLANNED PREGNANCY? Need help? FREE assistance. Caring staff, counseling and financial help. You choose the loving, pre-approved adoptive parents. Joy 866-922-3678 www.ForeverFamiliesThroughAdoption.org Habla Espanol.

Novenas/Prayers

PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (Never known to fail). Oh Most Beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine of Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin assist me in this necessity. Oh Star of the Sea help me and show herein you are my Mother. Oh Mary Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth I beseech thee from the bottom of my heart to succor me this necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. Oh show me herein you are my Mother. Oh Mary conceived without sin pray for us who have recourse to Thee (three times). Oh Holy Mary I place this cause in your hands (three times). Thank you for your mercy to me and mine. Amen. This prayer must be said for three days and after three days your request will be granted. The prayer must be published. Grateful thanks. (A.C.)

Marketplace

GARAGE SALE

GARDEN CITY: Friday 10/21 & Saturday 10/22

9:00 am to 3:00 pm

91 Salisbury Ave

LEGOs, bikes, sports equipment, toys, housewares, boys and women’s clothing, shoes, tons of books....Something for Everyone!!!

GARAGE SALE

GARDEN CITY: Saturday 10/22

9:00am-4:00pm (raindate 10/29)

17 St. Paul’s Place bikes, generator, clothing, jewelry, holiday items, tools, lots of goodies for all!! Come on down !!!

INVITED SALES BY TRACY JORDAN Consignment Shoppe and Auction House

Open 7 Days a Week Consignments by Appointment Monthly Live & Online Auctions Tag Sale, Appraisals and Estate Sale Services

Complete House Cleanouts Moving Services Home Staging Services 839 Stewart Avenue Garden City, NY 11530

516-279-6378

www.invitedsales.com

MAHOGANY DINING ROOM

Double pedestal table with 2 leaves and table pads, lighted china cabinet, 6 chairs, server. $2,600. Call 516-873-0645

Auctions

STAIRMASTER: 10 step, excellent condition, hardly used. $900. 843-384-6011

Wanted to Buy

ABE BUYS ANTIQUES:

Silver, paintings, rugs and antique cars. All Cash! 917-817-3928

CASH FOR DIABETIC TEST STRIPS Up to $35 /Box! Sealed and Unexpired. Payment made SAME DAY. Highest prices paid! Call JENNI today! 800-413-3479 www.cashforyourteststrips.com

LOOK! Old clocks and watches wanted by collector regardless of condition. Highest prices paid. 917-748-7225

LOOKING TO BUY!

Oriental items, clothing, art, old & modern furniture, estates, jewelry, silver, glassware, dishes, old photos, coins & stamps, flatware. Call George 718-386-1104 or 917-775-3048

TOP CASH PAID: JEWELRY, Furniture, Art, etc. Please call 718-598-3045 or 516-270-2128. www.iBuyAntiquesNYC.com

CLASSIFIEDS

Marketplace

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

INVITED SALES

BY TRACY JORDAN

Monday, October 24 9:30 am

24 St. James Street South Garden City, NY 11530 Vintage furniture, furs, china, collectibles, housewares, clothing, lighting...Visit www.invitedsales.com for pictures and details !

TAG/YARD SALE

GARDEN CITY

Saturday October 22

9am-5pm

7 Cathedral Ave

Canopy bed, Antiques galore, rugs, sturyvant spinning wheel, tables, chairs, settee, desks, dressers, bar, bar cart, Roseville lamp, depression-milk glass, crystal, china, oils, w/c, mirrors, silver, brass, bronzes, jewelry, tools, furs, clothing, kids, much more!

Yard Sale

GARDEN CITY

MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE

Saturday 10/22 9am-2pm (no early birds) 52 Adams St Toys, clothes, shoes, dishes, misc household items & much more!

HEMPSTEAD/GARDEN

CITY BORDER: 199 Atlantic Avenue (first street between Hilton & Cathedral). Saturday & Sunday October 22 & 23, 10am-4pm. Clothing, books, crystal, oriental rug, barely used recliner, holiday, much more!

GRANDPARENTS - Send in your grandchildren’s photos and enter our “World’s Most Beautiful Grandchildren”con-

Just send a photo and a brief description of the child (or children) along with your name and address to:Litmor Publications, Beautiful Grandchildren Contest,81 East Barclay St.,Hicksville N.Y.11801. We’ll do the rest!

PETS

Pet Services

A GARDEN CITY ANIMAL

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 516-505-9717

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

PROFESSIONAL DOG TRAINING

Doggie Day Care Boarding Dog Walking Backyard Clean-up GC Resident 516-382-5553

Automotive

Autos Wanted

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!

Real Estate For Rent

Apartment for rent

GARDEN CITY

Brand new 4 rooms. 1 Bed, Office, walk in shower, wood floors, magnificent EIK, elevator, parking. $2,500

Five rooms. 2 Bed, DR, 2 full Baths, A/C, wood floors, parking. $3,000

New EIK, LR/DR combo, Walk in Shower, Doorman, elevator, Immed. $2,400

Garden City Properties

516-746-1563 516-313-8504

Real Estate For Rent

Apartment for rent

GARDEN CITY BORDER APARTMENTS: Spacious, bright 1 bedroom with dining area+ outdoor balcony, gated parking, laundry, air conditioning, hardwood floors, near LIRR. NO BROKER FEE. $1,550.00+ electric. www.gcbapts.com 516-742-1101. Available November 1st

PORT WASHINGTON: By owner. Beautiful, spacious three bedrooms, living room, dining room, energy efficient hi hats in these rooms, two European style baths, eat-in-kitchen, central air, basement with storage, washer/dryer, beautiful hard wood floors, off street parking for two cars, use of yard. Two year lease. Immediate. No smoking/pets. No fee, one month security deposit. Call for information 516-382-0783

Homes for Rent

GARDEN CITY CHARMING CAPE

Western section, Seven rooms Four Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Near New Hyde Park Railroad. $3,000/month + utilities. Call 516-306-6221

Real Estate For Sale

Homes for Sale

GARDEN CITY ESTATES SECTION

For sale by owner. Slate Roof Tudor. 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, new kitchen, new bathrooms, new windows, alarm, central ac & sprinklers. MUST SEE! $959,000. Principals only. Call 516-330-4885

Lots for Sale

LAKEFRONT LAND LIQUIDATIONS! Oct 22nd & 23rd! FINGER LAKES REGION 5 acres, lake access $24,900. 5 acres lakefront $99,900. 28 parcels! Lowest lakefront land prices ever offered! Terms available. Call 888-905-8847 to register or go to newyorklandandlakes.com for video

SANDS POINT, NEW YORK:

5 acres, zoned residential, Middle Neck Road, Lot 278, Section 4, block B across from the Sands Point Golf Club at entrance to the Sands Point Preserve. Please contact Port Washington School District, 100 Campus Drive, Port Washington, NY 10050, Attn: Mary Callahan, District Clerk.

Real Estate Wanted

Homes Wanted

GARDEN CITY

Retired couple scaling down wish to purchase Ranch or Cape Cod home. Can close quickly. Move at your convenience. Call 516-747-1024

Services

HOME CARE & HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES: We provide these services: Live in or out maids, companions, home care, housekeeping. Haya’s & Rona Agency. Haya office 516-482-4400. cell 516-298-9445. Rona office 516-441-5555 cell 516-316-0111. 25 Great Neck Road, Suite 3, Great Neck, NY 11021

NEW YORK MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPISTS:

Joan Atwood, Ph.D. An experienced therapist makes all the difference. Individual, couple, family therapy and anger management. 516-764-2526. jatwood@optonline.net www.NYMFT.com

Computers

COMPUTER REPAIR AND INSTRUCTION

Chaminade Graduate Eliminate viruses, malware, bloatware, adware, spyware

Computer Instruction

Home & Business Networking

Reasonable Rates

Call Phil at Aspect Networking 516-830-3366 OR email: support@aspectnetworking.c om

Home Improvements

AMBIANCE

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

*Handyman & Remodeling

*Kitchen Installations

*Furniture Assembly

*Finish Carpentry

*Minor Electrical & Plumbing 23year GC Resident Lic & Ins H18E2170000 Call BOB 516-741-2154

ARMIERI SPECIALTY CONTRACTING, INC.

High Quality Professional Services By Life Long Garden City

Resident: Property Management

Project Planning

Home Improvements and Maintenance

Audio, Video & Technology Smaller Projects Professionally Executed. 516-637-0139 ArmieriSC@gmail.com

DEVLIN BUILDERS Since 1979. We do all types of improvements including HANDYMAN REPAIRS. No job too small. Bob Devlin 516-365-6685. Insured License H18C730000

Services

LAMPS FIXED $65

In home service. Handy Howard. 646-996-7628

SKY CLEAR WINDOW and Restorations Inc. Window Restorations, Outdated Hardware, skylights, Andersen Sashes, new storm windows, wood windows, chain/rope repairs, falling windows, fogged panes, mechanical repairs, wood repairs, restorations, all brands. Call Mr. Fagan, 32 years experience. 631-385-7975 www.skyclearwindow.com

Painting & Paperhang

JV PAINT

HANDYMAN SERVICES

Interior-Exterior Specialist Painting, Wallpapering, Plastering, Spackling, Staining, Power Washing.

Nassau Lic#H3814310000 fully Insured Call John 516-741-5378

Party Help

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

Tutoring

CHEMISTRY TUTOR: Call Jonathan, Ivy League Ph.D. AP, SAT II, Regents. I also tutor Biology, Physics, Earth & Environmental Science. itutorchem@gmail.com or 516-669-0587

COLLEGE ESSAYS: Make your application stand above the rest. Call Jonathan. 516-669-0587 or ifixessays@gmail.com, an Ivy League PhD with proven Ivy League results.

ENGLISH TUTOR:

Diane Gottlieb M.Ed., M.S.W. SAT/ACT, College Essays, AP, Regents, ELA Test Prep, Reading comprehension and writing proficiency. 917-599-8007 or email: dianegot@gmail.com LongIslandEnglishTutor.com Providing one-on-one professional support to build confidence, knowledge and skills in every student.

MATH TUTOR CERTIFIED MATH TEACHER will tutor all ages. Available all weekday evenings. Please call 516-205-5664

MATH, SAT, ACT TUTOR: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2 plus Trig, Pre-Calc, AP Calculus. Norm 625-3314

Services

ENGLISH, ACT, SAT TUTOR: 25+ year experience Critical Reading, Writing, Grammar, Essays. Lynne 625-3314

MATHEMATICS TUTOR:

Grades 5-12, Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra II/Trigonometry, Regents Prep. Knowledgeable about the Common Core. Certified Teacher. Contact: Kathleen 516-426-8638 or kjomalley91@gmail.com

MATHEMATICS TUTOR: MATHEMATICS PROFESSOR with 25 years of successful, results oriented tutoring experience available for tutoring. All Mathematics subjects. Call or text 516-313-2704

PERFECT APPLICATION: College Application Consultants. Dedicated professionals help your students maximize their chances for college admissions success. Todd Lewis, President. Sharon Janovic, Director. 1 Linden Place, Suite 410, Great Neck, NY 11021. PerfectCollegeApplication@gmail.com. 516-441-2468

SPANISH TUTOR: CERTIFIED High School Spanish Teacher. Experienced in all levels of Spanish: Middle School/ High School/College Level/AP Spanish/IB Spanish. Experienced with all levels of Chaminade curriculum and exams. Excellent references provided upon request. Phone 516-655-8194 or email: mmiller@emufsd.us

SPANISH TUTOR:

NYS Certified Spanish Teacher with 15 years experience available for tutoring students in grades 7-12. FLACS A & B. Also available for conversation practice. Local resident. Contact Ashley Johnson 631-560-2304 or email: awhitcomb77@yahoo.com

SPANISH TUTOR: Spanish Grammar-Literature, FLACS A -FLACS B, Exam Preparation/ Comps. William Cullen, M.A., Spanish, S.D.A. Chaminade HS, Fairfield University Alumnus. 516 -509-8174. wdctutor06@aol.com. References furnished upon request.

SPECIAL EDUCATION

TEACHER

Certified K-6. Many years experience teaching skills/strategies, reteaching content and supporting homework for the struggling student. Longtime GC resident. Call Christine 516-263-0830

STOCK MARKET TUTOR:

Retired banker and experienced stock market trader available for tutoring high school students on the stock market. Should have some knowledge of the market. Adults welcome. Text/call Ron Goldberg 516-567-8434

Services Instruction

PIANO LESSONS

By Ira Baslow. Experience the joy of playing the piano. Private lessons in your home, free noobligation piano lesson, all levels, all styles, all ages. Beginners a specialty. 516-312-1054 www.iwantmypianolessons.c om

Cleaning

CLEANING HOMEOFFICE:

Weekly, monthly since 1979. Insured/ bonded. Trusted/ reliable. Call Olympia Cleaning 516-883-0359

SPRING INTO ACTION LET US CLEAN YOUR HOUSE WINDOWS GARDEN CITY

WINDOW CLEANING

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. 516-538-1125 www.strongarmcleaningny.com

Services

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 516-541-1557

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.co m www.CollegeArtsAdmissions.com

Services

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

DECLUTTER & ORGANIZE YOUR HOME/OFFICE: Organize all aspects of your home or office. We stage. We pack & unpack. We sort, donate and toss. Free Consultation. Neat Freaks Lisa Marx & Randi Yerman. 516-319-2762. Email: neatfreaks1976@outlook.com

DON’T LET BUGS RULE YOUR WORLD! Remove bed bugs, remove head lice. Environmentally friendly. Lice & Mites! Nontoxic Kleen Green stops pests dead. Safe for children and pets. Fast shipping! www.KleenGreen.com 800-907-9350

FC Finishing Touch Masonary: pool patio, driveways, sidewalks, brickwork, Belgium block, retaining walls, patios, steps, pavers, Nicolock, Cambridge, stucco, cultured stone, stone veneer. Facebook FC Finishing Touch, web: fcfinishingtouch.com Nassau H0432180000. 516-635-4315

OLD VILLAGE TREE SER-

VICE: Owner operated since 1989. 24 hour emergency service. Licensed/insured. Free estimates, member LI Arborist Assoc. Please call 516-466-9220

PSYCHOTHERAPY: Efrat Fridman, LCSW. Individual, couple and family therapy. effiefrid@gmail.com 2 Pinetree Lane, Old Westbury, NY 11568. 516-224-7670 or 225 West 35th Street, NY 10001 718-887-4400

Sports

LACROSSE FACE OFF

TRAINING:

Chaminade H.S. student, Ivy League commit. Private and semi-private lessons available. Call Tyler 516-567-8875

NEWS FLASH FROM LAST HOPE ANIMAL RESCUE!

We are expanding our 35th Anniversary Gala Program to include business and personal advertisements. For business, you can submit any promotional design or business card for your advertisement.

Personal advertisements may be in Memory or Honoring individuals or pets or whatever verbiage you would like to say.

Pictures may be included, but they must be high resolution and submitted electronically and exactly the way you want them to be printed in the program.

The costs will be as follows:

$300 for Full Page Ad • $150 for 1/2 Page Ad • $75 for 1/4 Page Ad

Make your selection and order your ad space through PayPal today: http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org/news-flashfrom-last-hope/

Last Hope reserves the right to edit copy.

The deadline for submission is 10/17/16 so get your ad in to us ASAP. Don’t miss out on advertising your business.

For additional questions, please contact Terri Rizzi at: 631-332-6606 or montauk1219@yahoo.com

To read more about our Gala, visit our website: http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org/join-us-forour-35th-anniversary-celebration/

GRANDPARENTS - Send in your grandchildren’s photos and enter our “World’s Most Beautiful Grandchildren”contest.Just send a photo and a brief description of the child (or children) along with your name and address to: Litmor Publications, Beautiful Grandchildren Contest, 81 East Barclay St.,Hicksville N.Y.11801.We’ll do the rest!

Last Hope Animal Rescue 35th Anniversary Celebration!

Please Support Last Hope Animal Rescue as it celebrates its anniversary on Thursday, October 27th at the Coral House from 6:00 – 10:00 PM.

The night will include a cocktail hour, dinner, dancing, DJ and of course Chinese Auctions, 50/50 and a Lotto Tree. Generous donations to be raffled off include a Disney vacation package with more coming in daily. It’s sure to be an exciting evening for all. Coral House – 70 Milburn Avenue, Baldwin, NY11510

Ticket options include individual seats, table of 10 or table of 12.

To arrange for seating together with family and friends, please email Letty Canals at lettycanals@gmail.com.

To see ticket options and to pay via PayPal, please visit: http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org/join-us-for-our-35th-anniversarycelebration/

For any other questions about the event, please contact Terri Rizzi at montauk1219@yahoo.com.

SHOPPING FOR SUPPOR T

Clipping pet item coupons for Last Hope is a great and easy way to give your support. Every coupon we receive helps to defray our costs, particularly for dog and cat food. They can either be dropped off at our adoption center at 3300 Beltagh Avenue in Wantagh, or mailed to Last Hope, PO Box 7025, Wantagh 11793. Please share our need with your friends and family. Thank you!

Visit http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org to read about Last Hope’s programs and to see the fabulous array of fantastic felines eagerly awaiting adoption into their forever homes!

PROFESSIONAL GUIDE

THE POLICE BLOTTER

Incidents that have occurred recently in the local area include:

A 22-year-old woman from Greenlawn was arrested at 2:30p.m. on September 26 and charged with Shoplifting near Old Country Road in East Garden City.

At 11:12 a.m. on September 27, a 22-year-old man from Glen Head was arrested and charged with Shoplifting from Home Depot in Jericho.

A 21-year-old woman from Hempstead was arrested at 11:30 a.m. on September 27 and charged with Shoplifting from a location on Old Country Road in East Garden City.

Two men, one 20 and the other 18 years old, were arrested at 9:55 p.m. on September 27. Both were charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana when they were arrested at the Halls Pond Park on Nassau Boulevard in West Hempstead.

A Nikon camera was stolen from a vehicle at the Testarossa Restaurant in Syosset between 2:30 and 11:44 p.m. on September 28.

On Sept. 28 at 4:25 p.m., a 47-yearold man from Merrick was arrested on Merchants Concourse in Westbury. He was charged with a DWI.

n At the corner of Glen Cove Avenue and Glen Head Road in Glen Head, a 44-year-old man from that town was arrested. He was charged with Driving While Intoxicated on Sept. 28, 4:45 p.m.

A 25-year-old woman and a 31-yearold man, both from New York, was arrested at 11:30 a.m. on September 29 and charged with Shoplifting from JC Penney in East Garden City.

On Old Westbury Road in East Hills, a 66-year-old man from Old Westbury was arrested and was charged with a DWI 3pm, Sept. 29.

Between September 29 at 3 pm. and 10:30 a.m. the next day, on Northern Boulevard in East Hills, unknown subjects entered his parked vehicle and removed his personal property.

On Chestnut Drive in East Hills, a 37-year-old man from Lindenhurst was arrested and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated on Sept. 29, 6:32 p.m.

At Macy’s in East Garden City, a 37-year-old from Hempstead was arrested and charged with Shoplifting at 7:30 p.m. on September 29.

A checkbook and US currency was stolen from a victim at a location on Old Country Road in East G.C. The items were taken between 7:30-8:30 p.m. on Sept. 29.

At 4:15 a.m. on September 30, a 52-year-old man from Port Washington

was arrested and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated.

At 12:10 a.m. on September 30, a 47-year-old man from Old Westbury was arrested on Northern Boulevard and Forest Drive in East Mills and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated.

A 19-year-old woman from Ashburn was arrested at 1:39 p.m. on September 30 and charged with Shoplifting from Sephora in East Garden City.

In a parking lot on Merrick Avenue in Westbury, a 23-year-old man from Bellmore was arrested and was charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana at 11:50 p.m. on September 30.

A 25-year-old man from Floral Park was arrested and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated on October 1 at 1:25a.m. on East Broadway in Roslyn.

A 48-year-old man from Roslyn was arrested at the intersection of Main Street and Old Northern Boulevard in Roslyn at 2:42 a.m. on October 1. He was charged with DWI.

At 3:29 a.m. on October 1, a 26-yearold man from Uniondale was arrested while driving on the Long Island Expressway at Exit 37 in Roslyn Heights. He was charged with Driving While Intoxicated.

While driving on the Long Island Expressway at Exit 39 in East Hills, a 47-year-old man form the Bronx was arrested and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated on Oct. 1 at 6:42 a.m.

Between 7:30 p.m. on October 1 and 2 p.m. the next day on Old Mill Road in Great Neck, unknown subjects broke the rear window of his vehicle while it was parked in his driveway.

At Abercrombie & Fitch in East Garden City, a 49-year-old man from Staten Island was arrested and charged with Shoplifting at 8:45 p.m. on Oct. 1.

On Sycamore Street in West Hempstead, a victim reports that unknown subjects keyed his vehicle between 11 p.m. on Oct. 1 and 3 p.m. the next day.

Between 11:45 p.m. on October 1 and 8:20 a.m. the next morning, the right front tire of a victim’s vehicle was damaged by a punctured tire.

At 2:23 p.m. on October 2, a 33-yearold man from Hempstead and a 31-yearold woman from Brentwood were arrested and charged with Shoplifting from JC Penney in East Garden City.

A 33-year-old woman from Jamaica was arrested and charged with Shoplifting from JC Penney at 6:45 p.m. on Oct. 2.

-Compiled by Kate and Meg Meyer

RESIDENTS decorate Syosset for autumn

Plantings at the Memorial Park Garden

RESIDENTS For a More Beautiful Syosset welcomed the arrival of the autumn season by planting mums at the Memorial Park Garden, located at the corner of Underhill Blvd. and Jackson Avenue, at the Jackson Avenue Community Garden across from St. Edward’s Church, and at the Syosset Post Office. RESIDENTS would like to thank Peter Meyer of Meyer’s

Farm in Woodbury for donating these mums, and Paul Marsac of Syosset Auto Body for planting decorative kale and placing pumpkins at the Memorial Park Garden. These two individuals have assisted RESIDENTS in making Syosset “a little more beautiful.” For more information, please contact RESIDENTS for a more beautiful Syosset, P.O. Box 446, Syosset, NY 11791.

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LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of Formation of JoMi Properties, LLC. Art of Org filed with Secy of State of NY (SSNY) on 9/8/16. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: JoMi Properties, LLC 74 Florence Dr Syosset, NY 11791Purpose: any lawful activity.

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9/23, 30; 10/7, 14, 21, 28

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT: NASSAU COUNTY. THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF CWMBS, INC., CHL MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH TRUST 2007-10, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 200710, Pltf. vs. NICK KOULETTAS, et al, Defts. Index #011111/11. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale dated Aug. 30, 2016, I will sell at public auction on Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. in the Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom of the Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Dr., Mineola, NY prem. k/a 7 Berkley Lane, Syosset, NY a/k/a Section 12, Block 483, Lot 6. Said property beginning at a point on the easterly side of Bluebird Lane (Ronald Lane), distant 80.34 ft. southerly from the southerly end of a curve having a radius of 33.26 ft. and a length of 36.01 ft. which curve connects the easterly side of Bluebird Lane with the southeasterly side of Carolyn Court (Carol Street), being a plot 100 ft. x 75 ft. Approx. amt. of judgment is $748,700.02 plus costs and interest. This is a First Mortgage. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. KAREN GRANT, Referee. DRUCKMAN LAW GROUP, PLLC, Attys. for Pltf., 242 Drexel Ave., Westbury, NY. File No. 25772 - #89793 SA. 3996 4X 10/21,28,11/4,11

Robert Seaman School Global Cardboard Challenge 2016

BY GINA LEVY

The Global Cardboard Challenge tapped into our students’ creative and engineering minds. Miss O’Neill, our science specialist, asked students to bring in valuable trash from home to assist our students in creating their masterpieces. Items such as cylinder shaped cardboard, empty spools,

duct tape, egg cartons, paper towel tubes, and card board boxes in all shapes and sizes were brought in to help prepare for the special day! Each grade and each groups of students made their own unique creations! The thought and hard work that was going in hallways and classrooms was great to see. The students pre-planned their ideas and tested them to see what

worked and what didn’t work. Seeing their engineering minds at work was incredible! Trying to get pictures was a difficult task as the children were so into what they were doing, that they didn’t want to stop and smile. Their efforts paid off! They learned to work in groups, use what they planned out from the beginning of the task and finally make their creations!

CC= cute and creative!

Great minds think alike

Starting to look spooky!

We need a chair to make this one!

Look who we found getting in on the FUN!! Little Creators Hey! No

The Pentagon being constructed

Busy in thought

What’s Happening

October 21

The Jericho Public Library will hold its Library Book Sale on Friday, Saturday & Sunday, October 21, 22 & 23 in the Meeting Room during regular Library hours. Technology assistance is being offered in the Lobby during the Book Sale. Bring your devices for help with downloading eBooks and the JPL mobile app.

October 22

The Friends of the Syosset Public Library will hold a used book sale on October 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and October 23 from 12 noon to 4 p.m.

October 24

“The Nice Guys”, starring Russell Crowe, will be shown at the Jericho Public Library at 2 p.m. Rated R, 116 minutes.

The Syosset Public Library is holding a “Halloween Boo-K Buddies” craft session for children ages 3 1/2 years through Grade 1 from 7 to 7:45 p.m.

The “20 & 30-Something Book Club” will meet at the Syosset Public Library at 7:30 p.m to discuss Scary Stories To Tell in the Dark by Alvin Schwartz.

October 25

The Syosset Public Library’s afternoon book discussion group will meet at 1:30 p.m. to discuss The Japanese Lover by Isabel Allende.

The Jericho Public Library continues its art lecture series with “Jerusalem 1000 - 1400 - Every People Under Heaven” with Professor Thomas Germano at 2 p.m.

Children ages 4 years through 6th grade can get ready for Halloween with a pumpkin decorating session with the Little Art Studio at the Jericho Public Library, beginning at 7 p.m. Children 4 to 5 years of age must be accompanied

by a caregiver.

October 26

“Teen Lego Mindstorms Coding” series will begin today at 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. and will continue for two additional sessions, November 2 and 9. Please register in advance at the Syosset Public Library.

The Young Adult Corner of the Jericho Public Library will hold a “Paint Party” with Celicia Cargill, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Please sign up to join in.

“Understanding the Stock Market” with Ron Goldberg will be held at the Jericho Public Library at 7 p.m.

October 27

A local history program on “Sagamore Hill - Theodore Roosevelt’s Summer White House” will be held at the Syosset Public Library at 2 p.m.

October 28

The film “Miracles From Heaven” will be shown at the Syosset Public Library at 2 p.m. Rated PG, running 109 minutes.

From 4 to 5 p.m., children in grades 3 to 5 can join a food preparation class to make “Oreo Mummy Truffles” at the Syosset Public Library. Advance registration is required.

October 30

“Family Game Day” will be held at the Jericho Public Library for children and their families at 1 p.m.

October 31

North Shore Theatre Group presents “Frankenstein or ‘The Modern Prometheus’”, a one-man show with Greg Oliver Bodine at 2 p.m. Tickets will be available in advance of the performance.

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“Haunted Tales” coming to Old Bethpage Village

Old Bethpage Village Restoration will be hosting “Haunted Tales,” six terrifying nights of Halloween in October.

“Haunted Tales” at Old Bethpage will be open on the following nights: October 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 28th, 29th, and 30th. The hours are: 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. and ticket prices are $25 for ages 12 and up and $15 for children under 12. Last admission will be at 9:30pm.

In conjunction with our generous sponsor, Bethpage Federal Credit Union, Party Up Productions, St. George Living History Productions and Jerry &

History program at Syosset Library

Local History Program: Sagamore Hill - Theodore Roosevelt’s Summer White House

Thursday, Oct. 27, 2016 at 2 PM.

No house better reflects the personality and interests of its owner than Theodore Roosevelt’s Sagamore Hill. After Roosevelt returned to Oyster Bay following the death of both his wife and his mother, he and his second wife, Edith, made the house a home for their growing and rambunctious family. What began as the perfect getaway

from unhealthy New York City summers in his grandfather’s day became the Summer White House during Roosevelt’s presidency.

Join historian Bill Bleyer, Long Island native, former Newsday reporter and author of soon to be published Sagamore Hill: Theodore Roosevelt’s Summer White House, as he discusses the fascinating story of this National Historic Site. He will show previously unpublished photos and provide a detailed guide to the house and grounds.

* Refreshments will be served.

“Pasta and Politics” Dinner

The North Syosset-Woodbury Republican Club will be holding its Annual “Pasta and Politics” Dinner on Wednesday, October 26, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. at the VFW Hall, Queens St., Syosset. There will be a buffet-style pasta dinner at a cost of $15 per person. You will have the opportunity to

meet and greet many local candidates running for office this year. Please join the club for a very enjoyable and informative evening!”

For further information please call (516) 921-10v00 or go on our website at nswgop.com.

John Ellis Kordes Photography

Michelle Parisi guests can enjoy more than 10 haunted attractions featuring two Haunted Houses, Dr. Jekyll’s Office, 7 brand new Haunted Tales, including: Can You See Them?, The exorcism of Abigail Parker, Dead of Night, A Man Called Jack, The Bride Wore Black, Lizzie Borden, and the Wake of Mrs. James! Additionally, visitors can enjoy fire juggling and Coney Island Side Show performances on all six nights. Tickets are available for advance purchase online at http://www. obvrnassau.com/.

Layoffs, retirements create savings in 2017 Town budget

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According to the office of the Comptroller, there are no one-shot revenues in the preliminary 2017 town budget and no appropriation of surplus. Town finance administration believes that with the municipality staying within the proposed expense numbers, the 2017 budget as a stand-alone item will at worst break even and “should actually generate a small amount of surplus for the town by the end of 2017.”

On Tuesday morning Councilman Anthony D. Macagnone was the first official to question the budget projections and the process of exploring additional town revenues.

“As I have stated many times before we have quite a few fields, parks, a water park, skating rink – this screams

to get corporate advertisers to bring more revenue in. have we looked into that and explored it enough? I have talked to a lot of sports and recreational leagues and they don’t care if it says ‘Dick’s Sporting Goods’ – they only want a quality field to play on. Kids are not going to care if we have ‘Coppertone Water Park’ at Tobay Beach or the Coca-Cola Skate Rink in Bethpage. We really have to look to raise some revenues with our assets,” Macagnone said.

The answer he received from Andrew (Andy) Rothstein, the town’s director of Operations, was a brief yes: “we have started to look into that and how we can do that properly, looking at all venues, fields and town properties for some types of sponsorship programs.” The focus has apparently become “image advertising as opposed to price-and-

product advertising.”

Town Supervisor John Venditto added that over the last decade and stretching back to the 1990’s the proliferation of sports playing surfaces (including turf fields and new facilities) in the town has occurred “by leaps and bounds.” He put some of the potential in context as the community gave feedback along the way.

“Early on there was a lot of mention about advertising and things of that nature. At the time I don’t know that there was as much concern about raising revenues and perhaps there should have been, but there wasn’t. There was also a little blowback from community members thinking ‘do we have to clutter up our fields with signage.’ It was not overwhelming and I think it could have been done. I think the idea Coun-

cilman Macagnone is putting forward is an idea whose time has come – we should pursue it in earnest,” Venditto said.

At the October 18 meeting, town administration noted its agreement with Councilman Macagnone -- current Town of Oyster Bay assets can and should bring advertisers in.

The office of the Comptroller says the 2017 preliminary budget captures plans for the three biggest initiatives to generate revenues. Macagnone was told that despite a proposed budget now on the table, every department has not stopped looking for ways to increase revenue. This year a new committee was formed to meet with each town department to look into ways of raising any potential revenues and “cut any expense the town could.”

Jericho students named Siemens Semifinalists

Seven Jericho High School Science Research students were named Regional Semifinalists for the Siemens Competition. The following students, Jang Hun Choi, Grace Hu, Justin Kim, Nathaniel Lee, Sandra Li, Adam Pahlavan, and Serena Tam were named semifinalists for their work on the following projects.

Jang Hun Choi

Project title: A New Lower Bound for the Fractional Chromatic Number of the Plane Partner members:

Elaine (YuWon) Moon – Peddie School in Hightstown, NJ

Matthew Li – Horace Mann School, NY, NY

Justin Kim

Title: Tannic acid and its Synthetic derivatives for enhanced Beta-Lac-

tam Antibiotic Susceptibilty through Beta-Lactamase Inhibition Category/ Sub-Category: Biochemistry; Microbiology

Grace Hu

Title: Advanced Au-SPIONs: Synthesis and comparison of multifunctional nanoparticles for personalized nanomedicine Category/ Sub-Category: Materials Science; Nanotechnology, Bioengineering

Adam Pahlavan

Title: Using the 2D Spin-Diluted Ising Model to Characterize Chemoreceptor Dynamics in Bacterial Chemotaxis Category/ Sub-Category: Physics; Biophysics

Serena Tam

Title: An extracellular matrix (ECM) targeting microRNA (miR-29) and its novel association with matricellular

protein thrombospondin-2 (TSP2) Category/ Sub-Category: Biology

Nathaniel Lee

Title: Novel femtosecond ZnSe ceramic based optical parametric oscillators for broadband Mid-IR frequency comb generation Category/ Sub-Category: Physics

Sandra Li

Title: Elucidating cancer racial health disparities: Elucidating the differential effect of delta-tocopherol in African and Caucasian Americans Category/ Sub-Category: Biology – Cell/ Cancer Biology and Nutritional Science

The Siemens Competition is the nation’s premier competition in math, science and technology for high school students. Every year, students submit innovative individual and team research projects to regional and

national levels of competition as they vie for college scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $100,000. The Siemens Competition honors the best and brightest students for their accomplishments in math, science and technology– students who are changing the world for the better.

This year out of the more than 1600 projects submitted, 498 students have been selected as semi-finalists. This select group of students and their notable projects are judged to determine who advances on to 6 regional competitions held in November. Individual and team winners of the regional contests earn the opportunity to compete in the National Finals held at The George Washington University in Washington, D.C. in December where $500,000 in scholarships will be awarded, including two top prizes of $100,000.

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tlement that financial giant, Morgan Stanley struck with state and federal agencies earlier this year. The settlement stemmed from problems with mortgage-backed bonds and Attorney General Schneiderman helped to negotiate the accord.

Town Councilman Chris Coschignano, who is the liaison to the Planning and Development Department, said that the Town is pleased to receive the max-

imum funds available to a municipality under this grant.

School tax bills being prepared

Oyster Bay Town residents are reminded that the First Half of the 201617 School Tax Levy is due on October 1st, but can be paid without penalty through November 10th. Please be certain to sign your check, and make it payable to James J. Stefanich, Receiver of Taxes. Indicate your property’s S.D. Code, Section, Block, Lot and Phone number on the check.

“By law, a taxpayer has a 40-day penalty free period from the date the tax is due during which payment may be made without penalty,”Receiver Stefanich explained. “After the 40 days, a one percent penalty is added for each month the tax remains unpaid, retroactive to October 1st.”

“Tax Bills are expected be mailed in the beginning of October, after the collection warrant’s information is processed, verified and certified as correct by the Receiver’s Office.”

“Residents can pay in person, by either cash or check, at the Tax Office, Oyster Bay Town Hall West, 74 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, or by check only at the Receiver of Taxes Office, Town Hall South, 977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa. Our office in Town Hall South can be reached by the rear entrance of the building. In addition, the Hicksville Annex in the TOB Parking Structure, 55 Duffy Avenue, Hicksville, and will be open to accept

payments by check only, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. on, November 2, 3, 4, 7, 9 and 10. When paying the tax bill in person, taxpayers are reminded to bring the entire tax bill with their payments.”

“Residents who prefer to mail in their payments should send them to the Office of the Receiver of Taxes, 74 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, N.Y. 11771-1539. Payments being made by mail should include the first half stub.

Residents should NOT write on, fold, staple or otherwise deface the tax stub as it can cause the computer system to reject the payment.”

“Taxpayers also have access to the 2016-17 School tax information on our online system via a link on the Town website, www.oysterbaytown.com. Residents may view current tax bills, print out a hard copy, or pay taxes with an ACH check payment or credit card. Please be aware there is a service fee for paying taxes online (Town of Oyster Bay receives no portion of fee).”

Receiver Stefanich reminds residents that school taxes are set by their local school districts, and the Town of Oyster Bay is not involved in that process. Any questions related to school tax rates and amounts should be addressed to the resident’s school district. The telephone number for each school district is printed on the front of the school tax bill.

Oyster Bay Holiday Concert ticket lottery applications available

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor John Venditto is happy to announce that lottery applications for tickets to the Town’s annual free Holiday Concerts, are now available.

Due to the Holiday Concert’s overwhelming popularity, the Town will once again distribute a Holiday Concert ticket lottery. This ticket lottery is a fair and impartial system that has been very successful in the past in providing everyone with an equal chance of securing a ticket. To enter the lottery, residents need only pick up an application, or print out a copy from the Town’s website, www.oysterbaytown.com, fill it out and return it to the address on the application. Once received, the applicant’s name

• Oyster Bay Town Hall North, Town Clerk’s Office, 54 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay.

October 21, 2016

34 Walters Avenue, Syosset

Sold Price: $738,888

Date: 09/14/2016

4 beds, 2 Full/1 Half baths

Style: Colonial # of Families: 1 Lot Size: 59x89 Schools: Syosset

Total Taxes: $18,808 MLS# 2860255

Sold Price: $824,000 Date: 09/02/2016

5 beds, 3 Full baths

Style: Farm Ranch # of Families: 1

Lot Size: 88x124

Schools: Jericho Total Taxes: $16,200 MLS# 2869192

26 Market Drive, Syosset

Sold Price: $705,000

Date: 09/30/2016

3 beds, 2 Full/1 Half baths

Style: Split

# of Families: 1

Lot Size: 70x100

Schools: Syosset

Total Taxes: $15,840

MLS# 2870473

12 Parkway Drive, Syosset

Sold Price: $618,000 Date: 08/24/2016

3 beds, 2 Full baths

Style: Split # of Families: 1

Lot Size: 87x116

Schools: Syosset

Total Taxes: $18,341

MLS# 2863542

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Date: Thursday, November 10

Time: 7pm – 8:30pm

Location: Huntington Hospital Gillies Conference Room 270 Park Avenue Huntington, NY 11743

Presented by: Adam Bitterman, DO Orthopaedic Surgeon, Foot and Ankle Northwell Health Physician Partners

Snacks and light refreshments will be served.

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OLD BETHPAGE | LP $575,000 Expanded Ranch! Web# 2840357.

LISTED&SOLD IN27DAYS!

WOODBURY | LP $759,000 Eagle Chase Condo. Web# 2880021.

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SYOSSET | $668,000

2,000 sf, spacious Expanded Split. 20 by 26 foot great room with fireplace, soaring ceilings, natural light, deck, in-ground pool. Hardwood floors, central air, in-ground sprinklers. Web# 2864822.

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