Mid-Island Times (6/24/22)

Friday, June 24, 2022

Vol. 82, No. 25

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The Lazy Days of Summer

“Dressed to Kilt” coming to Mill Neck Manor

The Town of Oyster Bay has announced that “Dressed to Kilt,” the most prestigious and exciting Scottish fashion event in the world, will be coming to the Town of Oyster Bay this summer. Dressed to Kilt, founded by Scottish actor Sir Sean Connery in 2003, is an annual charity fashion show that raises funds to benefit the Navy SEAL Foundation. The show will take

The petting zoo is always a favorite attraction at the Lazy Days event.

Levittown Community Council will held its annual Lazy Days of Summer event sharing it as a Levittown 75th Anniversary celebration on Saturday, July 16. A Levittown tradition for more than 20 years, the event is held at the East Village Green Park, Jerusalem Avenue and Meridien Road in Levittown The day is a no-cost event with pony rides, a petting zoo, activities throughout the day, games and entertainment at one of Levittown’s beautiful village green areas. New to the event this year, is a blow up slide. All residents of Lev-

ittown and Island Trees are welcome to attend, bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the fun-filled, relaxing day.

The event has been free to the community since its beginning and is made possible by Levittown Community Council members’ dues and the support of local residents and businesses. Deejay Tim Aldridge will be joining the celebration this year as he has traditionally and the event will feature teen musical group BBQ Band. Other activities and some surprises are in the planning stages.

The event begins at 11:30

a.m. and runs through 2:30 p.m. Anyone interested in helping out, even if it’s for a couple of hours, can email levittowncouncil@yahoo. com or call event chairperson, Louise Cassano at 516735-5901 to let her know what hours you can help out.

Residents in the areas of Levittown and Island Trees school districts may become members. Individual memberships are $10 a year; family memberships are $15. Organizations and local businesses are also eligible for membership for $50.

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place on the evening of Saturday July 23rd at the Mill Neck Manor Estate in Mill Neck.

“Dressed to Kilt is a well-established charity fashion event that has a long history of serving veterans on both sides of the Atlantic. In previous years, the show has raised funds for organizations such as The Erskine Hospital, See page 13

Town opens new baby formula collection sites

After an outpouring of support at the Town’s weekly Baby Formula Collection Drives, the Town of Oyster Bay has announced the opening of daily formula collection sites in Massapequa and Oyster Bay. Residents are invited to drop off unexpired, unused baby formula at Town Hall North (54 Audrey Ave, Oyster Bay) and Town Hall South (977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa) from June 15 to July 15, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:45 p.m.

All donations will benefit families who are experiencing difficulty in finding formula as the nationwide storage continues.

Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino stated, “We’re proud to partner with local moms to collect unopened baby formula and safely distribute it to local families who can’t find these important products on the shelves at local stores.

While the nationwide shortage has been dreadful for families of newborns, we’re very fortunate to have goodhearted community volunteers who stepped up to make a positive difference in the community.”

“The nationwide baby formula shortage is causing a crisis for many families throughout Long See page 13

Student liaisons thanked for service Eighth graders move to new heights

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Town to host bike ride to fight cancer The Town of Oyster Bay has announced a partnership with Empire State Ride Long Island to host a charity ride to raise funds to end cancer. The ride, which will take place on Saturday, July 23, features three different course lengths for riders of all ages and ability.

All course routes begin at Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park, in Oyster Bay. “I am so proud that the Town of Oyster Bay will play host to such an amazing event. Empire State Ride Long Island is poised to make a tremendous difference in the lives of those touched by cancer, and it will be directly due to the actions of our amazing residents who sign up for this fundraising ride,” said Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “With two wheels, our residents can change the world. I look forward to seeing everyone on event day, and I encourage any one of any age or riding ability to sign up for the event, as three course routes will be featured.”

The Empire State Ride Long Island is a perfect, family-friendly summer event that features a ride through beautiful beaches, woodlands, and the historic destinations in and around the Town of Oyster Bay, all while helping cancer patients gain access to the newest clinical trials. This one-day bike ride event, held in partnership between the Town and Empire State Ride Long Island, will raise funds for clinical research and trials that will benefit cancer patients at Catholic Health on Long Island and Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, the nation’s first cancer center in the United States dedicated exclusively to cancer research.

“At Roswell Park, we believe that

no one should have to choose between convenience and quality when facing a decision about where they or a loved one should seek care for cancer,” says Roswell Park President and CEO Candace S. Johnson, PhD. “That’s why partnerships with health care facilities like Catholic Health and the funds raised through Empire State Ride Long Island are so critical to continue to provide the latest clinical trials and treatments to patients across New York State.”

The event will feature 3 course lengths: a 10 mile route spanning the shoreline from Bayville to Centre Island (ideal for family and children), a 25 mile route featuring the scenic rolling hills from Bayville through Locust Valley, Glen Cove and Old Brookville (for more experienced riders) and a 62 mile route through Glen Cove, Sea Cliff, Roslyn Harbor, to Port Washington, and then all the way to Teddy Roosevelt’s home at Sagamore Hill (for advanced cyclists). By participating in Empire State Ride Long Island, bicyclists will have an opportunity to make a real impact on cancer research and patient care through clinical trials at these locations. In 2021, over $100,000 was raised by nearly 250 riders.

Registration is now open for this fundraising event with a $25 fee for each participant. Riders will commit to a fundraising minimum which is $200 for adults and $75 for riders under 18 for all routes. To kick start each rider’s efforts, their $25 registration fee will be credited to their fundraising page.

Those interested in learning more or signing up to ride and raise funds for the event, should visit www.esrlongisland. com.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Email: Editor@GCNews.com

A successful year

To the Editor: As the ’21-’22 school year concludes with Sunday’s High School commencement, it is an appropriate time to reflect on my first year as a Trustee of the Jericho Board of Education. The past 12 months have been by most measures very successful for our School District and its Board.

I recognize that some in our community, including a few fellow Trustees, bemoan the new “tone”, intensity and length of our public meetings. However, I argue that these persons lack an appreciation for the benefits of debate and unfortunately possess an unhealthy discomfort with disagreement. They refuse to acknowledge that while our interests are aligned, we have slightly different views on how to achieve our shared goal – making the Jericho School District the best it can be.

While our interactions and meetings might at times appear discordant or dysfunctional, we have been more productive, more informative and certainly more interesting than the monotonous Boards that preceded us. As evidence, some of our key accomplishments include: • Successfully transitioned to full-time, in-school learning for ALL students while making tough decisions, when needed, about safety procedures

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• Introduced a Pre-K program for the upcoming school year • Installed our first Turf Field with Lighting (completed on time and on budget) • Hired 2 Assistant Principals at the High School • Hired a Principal and Assistant Principal at the Middle School • Hired 2 Curriculum Associates – Science and Music/Fine Arts • Grew the number of HS guidance counselors by >15% • Completed the first Superintendent review in three years • Authorized periodic residency reconfirmation procedures • Initiated the process of digitizing student enrollment records Increased public presentations by all parts of the administration As the saying goes, “you don’t want to see how the sausage gets made.”

However, the increased transparency, lively discussion and more regimented process introduced this year at the Board level have made us a meaningfully stronger District. Those who speak against these improvements simply do not understand what is required to sustain a successful organization like the Jericho Schools.

Sam Perlman, Jericho Board of Education Trustee

Lauren Zweback earned the Friedlander Upstander Award for her efforts to combat intolerance. The accolade also comes with a $5,000 scholarship.

Plainview-Old Bethpage Middle School student Lauren Zweback has been named a Friedlander Upstander

Award recipient by the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County. Lauren was one of four students among 90 applicants across the Island to receive the award this year, and the accolade earns her a $5,000 scholarship.

The Center defines an Upstander as someone who sticks up for others and takes action to prevent bigotry, hatred and intolerance. POB Middle School students Soha Jhaveri, Rebecca Kunz and Maya Stromer also received recognition from the Center for their efforts.

The scholarship is given in conjunction with the Claire Friedlander Family Foundation.

Claire Friedlander was a Holocaust victim who was saved by others who risked themselves to stand against prejudice, and her family created the award in her honor.

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Bethpage High School held its 12th annual Research Symposium featuring the work of the school’s science research students on June 7.

Photos courtesy of the Bethpage Union Free School District Bethpage High School held its 12th annual Research Symposium featuring the work of the school’s science research students on June 7.

These students presented their research and fielded questions from their peers and audience members. Other science research students acted as hosts for the events, introducing their classmates and their impressive achievements.

The student presenters and their projects were: Dimitrios Nerantzinis: “Evaluation of Nano-Ag and Jadam Liquid

Fertilizer as Plant Growth Enhancers in the Growth of Various Crops” Aurrel Bhatia: “Unsupervised Prediction and Dynamics of Sleep Stages Using Deep Learning Models” Ruchitha Channapatna and Suchitha Channapatna: “Particulate Matter Sensing Device Powered by Raspberry Pi: Portable Warning and Analysis” There was also a poster session presented by students in Research 1-4, AP Research, Engineering, and the Regal Eagles Robotics team.

Teen injured in parking lot incident A Bethpage teenager was injured after falling from the rear truck bed of a pickup truck in a parking lot on Wednesday, June 15, at 11:25 p.m.

According to Nassau County Police, the 16-year-old fell from the truck when the driver was driving in circles in a parking lot near the vicinity of Stewart Avenue and

Arumdaun Street, while there were two passengers in the truck bed. The sixteen year-old suffered facial and skull fractures, and was transported to a local hospital. He was listed in critical but stable condition.

The 15-year-old driver was charged with reckless endangerment and was released with an appearance ticket.

FedEx driver killed in crash A 23-year-old FedEx delivery van driver was killed in a crash on Jerusalem Avenue in Levittown on Wednesday, June 15th at 10:13 a.m.

According to Nassau County Police, the FedEx delivery van was involved in a collision with a 2017 Hino Box truck being operated by a 58-year-old male with a 56-year-old male passenger. Both vehicles were heading south bound on Jerusalem

Avenue. Both the driver and the passenger of the Hino Box truck were transported to a local area hospital with minor injuries and are expected to be released.

The driver of the FedEx van was transported to a local area hospital, where he was pronounced dead. According to police, no criminality was suspected in the accident.

With boating season upon us and the Independence Day holiday weekend approaching, Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman will join with representatives from the New York State Police Chiefs Association to distribute over 200 free lifejackets to children, aged infant through 12. This lifejacket giveaway will take place at John Burns Park in Massapequa on Saturday, June 25 from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.

“In addition to being the law of the land for all children under 12 years of age in New York State, the decision to wear a lifejacket is one that can save a life,” Supervisor Saladino said. “Even the strongest of swimmers can be compromised or unable to find a life vest during a dangerous situation, which is why this event is so critical. I strongly urge parents to bring their children to Burns Park on June 25th to be fit for a free lifejacket and thank the New York State Police Chiefs Association, as well as their sponsors, for making this event possible.”

“As parents, we strive to do every-

thing possible to protect our kids. The simple act of putting a life jacket on before heading out on the water does just that. It can save your life and help you assist others who may be in danger,” Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman said. “I thank the New York State Police Chiefs Association for partnering with Supervisor Saladino and I to make this lifesaving initiative a reality.”

Lifejackets will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Children MUST be present to ensure proper sizing of lifejackets. Parents will receive a Safe Boating Guide and information on laws that require all children under 12 years of age wear a certified life jacket while on board any vessel less than 65 feet in length, including canoes, kayaks and rowboats.

The free lifejackets being distributed at this event are made possible thanks to the New York State Police Chiefs Association and charitable funds they derive from South Shore Marine Supply, Guardian Bus, Chapey & Sons Funeral Home, EXIT Realty Dreams, Jersey Mike’s Subs and local author Gary Slavin.

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A diptych from Riders & Vehicles: 2022 by Patrick J. Aievoli on view in the Syosset Library Gallery June 25 through July 22.

“Riders & Vehicles: 2022” by Patrick J. Aievoli, 12 diptychs that contrast chaos and control, will be on display in the Syosset Library Gallery from June 25 through July 22. A diptych is a painting or relief carving made of two parts, often joined with a hinge. In this case, the artist uses acrylic and pencil on canvas with wood to create two colorful, abstract treatments connected by a handwritten phrase.

The image on one side of the diptych is characterized by an uneven, random pattern of color, while the image on the other is more geometric and predictable. Inspirational phrases—such as “so many dreams need a structure to go forward,” “ride forward through all obstacles and storms,” and “lunge deep into the fight be not afraid”—explore the artist’s theme and provide the viewer with food for thought.

Aievoli’s’ artwork is rooted in the traditions of early abstract expressionists, as well as the Neo Expressionist Movement. He began winning contests for representational themes early on, in grade school. The works of abstract expressionists, including Arshile Gorky, Franz Kline, Clyfford Still, Hans Hofmann, Willem de Kooning, and Jackson Pollock, began intriguing him in the 1970s.

“As I grew older, the abstract grew to my attention---the unraveling of the puzzle and finding the patterns,” Aievoli said. “Later I was introduced to a very controlled chaos by seeing the work of both Robert Rauschenberg and Richard Diebenkorn through their retrospectives in 1976 and 1978.”

In this exhibition, the title reference

to “rider” comes from old rodeo photographs, while the reference to “vehicle” is inspired by the artist’s personal photographs of the back of different trucks.

According to Mr. Aievoli, the exhibit probes the question: Have we built a life supported by a structure that can carry us through?

In Mr. Aievoli’s view, we are all riders through life, and we have all created our own vehicles to carry us along on our journey. “The best we can hope for in life is to hold on for eight seconds. I am fascinated by the quick decisions we have to make to keep our balance and go forward in life,” he said. “At times we meet chaos. Sometimes we need to adjust our vehicles to balance the ride.

That is when we need to trust that our vehicle will support us and control the day.”

Mr. Aievoli is an associate professor of design in the Digital Arts and Design program at Long Island University, Post campus. He has had numerous one-man shows and has participated in group shows since 1978 throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties at spaces such as the Memorial Gallery SUNY Farmingdale, Huntington Public Library, Fine Arts Museum of Long Island, Nassau County Museum of Art, and Islip Museum, among others. He said the goal of his current work is to play with the confluence of chaos and control in order to establish balance.

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Q & A with Facundo Lorenzo Silva about the history of Silva’s Painting, and the cost and rewards of being a professional Painting Contractor in New York.

How did Silva’s Painting start?

Silva’s Painting brings four generations of quality work to all of our clients. It all started with a young Jose Russo who purchased some basic equipment, and thus began his journey as a painter. Before long, Jose became a trusted painter in his city. Fast forward twenty years later, and Eleodoro Augustin Silva, a passionate entrepreneur, was able to build important relationships with other contractors and homeowners which propelled Silva’s Painting to become the largest painting company in Miramar, Argentina. Eleodoro’s son, Carlos Silva, while pursuing the American Dream, left his family’s thriving painting business to blaze a new trail in New York. Carlos’ hard work paid off and inspired his very own children to follow in his footsteps and keep the family tradition and business alive. I’m proud to say that I was able to take over my family’s painting legacy, and watch Silva’s Painting become a household name on Long Island and in New York City.

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What do you think makes Silva’s Painting stand out from other painting businesses?

Not only do we have a great depth of experience in this field, but we have a family pride that is unparalleled by other residential and commercial painting operations. For Silva’s Painting, it starts and ends with our superior customer service. We strive to give each and every one of our clients the best experience possible. Any type of home renovation undoubtedly is a significant task for the homeowner to undertake, so we take great pleasure in making this process smooth for our clients. All that’s left for our clients to do is enjoy the results of their newly painted home!

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What services do you currently offer?

At this moment, we offer various sized painting jobs in the residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. We have experience in many things, including wallpaper hanging, faux painting, carpentry, hardwood floor refinishing, and basic internal and external paint jobs. We have even offered services in restoring old Tudor and Victorian homes.

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What does Silva’s Painting offer to the sale or purchase of a home?

Based on market research, painting the interior of your home can yield a 107% ROI, while exterior painting sits at a healthy 55% ROI. Curb appeal and the interior aesthetic of a home is crucial in the sale of any home. With neutral colors, potential buyers can visualize themselves living in the space much more easily given most furnishings will seamlessly compliment them. Light neutral colors tend to also assist with making smaller rooms feel larger, while darker neutrals can give larger rooms a cozier touch.

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What is the best business advice you ever received and can offer?

Being a family business, the best advice came from my elders. My grandfather taught me that the long lasting connections you make with those around you will be a key to success, and my father showed me what true work ethic really is. Being a business owner sometimes means working around the clock, but when I see the satisfaction on my clients’ faces after seeing their completed job, it all becomes worth it!

If I could give advice to anyone starting a business, it would be this: pour yourself into your passion and remember that the more energy you put in, the more you will achieve. Be patient while striving for success and try to enjoy the process.

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Hicksville Water District holds awards ceremony for poster contest winners

Twenty-one elementary school students were selected as winners of the 2022 Hicksville Water District Water Conservation Poster Contest, and they were joined in celebrating their accomplishments by several Hicksville Water District officials, including Treasurer Vinny Abbatiello (back left), District Clerk Jennifer Sbrocco, Superintendent Paul Granger, Commissioner William Schuckmann and Commissioner Karl Schweitzer, during the awards ceremony on June 8.

The Hicksville Water District (HWD) recently held an awards ceremony to celebrate the 21 winners of the 2022 Water Conservation Poster Contest. An annual tradition in the District, the poster contest is held for Hicksville students in grades 1 through 5. This contest allows students to learn about the importance of water conservation, as well as the necessity of protecting our sole-source aquifer. Water is our most precious natural resource, and this contest allows students to express their own creativity as well as inspiring them to begin conserving water ahead of the very usage-heavy summer irrigation season.

“Our annual poster contest is always one of the most exciting times of the year for us at the Hicksville Water District,” said HWD Chairman Nicholas Brigandi. “It shows us that our conservation messaging is not only effective, but that it has also ignited a passion within our young people for the protection of our most precious resource. Water conservation is a crucial aspect of the success of our community, and with the great work on display this year, we are confident that our water will be in good hands in future generations.”

The winners of the 2022 poster contest are as follows: • School • • School

Grade 2

Justin Bernard - Fork Lane Royce Zuniga - Fork Lane School Teghveer Singh - Fork Lane

Grade 3

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Kara Baroni - East Street School Sofia Cortes - Fork Lane School Ryan Gonzales - East Street

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Irbah Choudhury - Fork Lane

Mia Mancuso - Fork Lane School Evalyn Papagiannis - Fork Lane Abigail Sand - East Street School

Grade 4

Sophia Giron - East Street School Zainab Imran - Fork Lane School Aryahi Patel - East Street School Oliver Wen - Fork Lane School Rida Zia - East Street School

Grade 5

• Alison Comer - Fork Lane School • Andrew Euceola - Gomez- Fork Lane School • Mario Moreno - Fork Lane School • Molly Reinhardt - East Street School • Sophia Reyes - East Street School • Evangelia Varthis - East Street School The winners are determined after deliberation from the Board of Commissioners on creativity, design and overall message of water conservation. The 2022 Poster Contest winnnig posters can be viewed on the Hicksville Water District’s website at www.hicksvillewater.org/hicksvillewater-district-holds-awards-ceremony-for-2022-poster-contest-winners.

Levittown student liaisons thanked for service

Division Avenue High School senior Chris Powers (left) and MacArthur High School senior Khalil Garrett were recognized at the Levittown School District’s Board of Education meeting on June 8 in appreciation of their service as student liaisons for the 2021–2022 school year. Chris and Khalil provided the board with monthly reports on the happenings at their respective schools including events, club news, student achievements and athletic accomplishments.

Photo courtesy of the Levittown School District

Mercy League bowlers needed The Glen Cove-Hicksville-Syosset League of Mercy Hospital is looking for bowlers for its Ladies Bowling Team starting in September 2022.

Games are held on Fridays at 9:45 a.m. at Syosset Lanes, 111 Eileen Way, Syosset.

$15 per week for three games. Fee includes shoes, ball and end of session luncheon.

Come out and have some fun.

For information, please call Dolores Sartor at 516-931-4106.

Casino bus trip The Catholic Daughters of America at St. Ignatius Church will be hosting a Casino Bus Trip to Wind Creek Casino in Bethlehem, PA on Tuesday, July 26.

The cost will be$45 per person, which includes the driver’s tip, and also includes $35 giveback for slots play.

Please arrive at 8:30 a.m. Return at approx. 8:30 p.m.

Parking: # 999 So. Oyster Bay Road (dead end) For reservations, please call Barbara at (516) 935-5576.

Please make checks payable to “CDA”.

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Levittown eighth graders move up to new heights

Wisdom Lane students at their Moving Up ceremony.

Salk Middle School students at Moving Up ceremony

Eighth grade students at Jonas E. Salk and Wisdom Lane middle schools in the Levittown Public School District celebrated the start of the next chapter in their academic careers during their moving up ceremonies on June 13 and 14, respectively. The two ceremonies were joyous events as students marked the milestones alongside family members and reflected on the years spent with their peers so far.

At Salk Middle School, Dr. Tonie McDonald, superintendent of schools who is retiring this year, urged students to enjoy their time in high school.

She attested to the quality of the district’s teachers, noting that her own

character, community and more were also announced. Eighth grade class president Nicholas McGee reflected on his and his peers’ time spent at Jonas E. Salk and their many steps towards the future.

In his opening remarks, Wisdom Lane Principal John Avena reflected on the “pursuit of normal” that students experienced as they adapted to new social and educational practices.

Relating the students’ “pursuits of normal” to Orville and Wilbur Wright’s invention of the first motorized airplane or the founding of Apple, Mr. Avena encouraged students to keep reaching to exceptional heights.

children attended Salk Middle School and General Douglas MacArthur High School.

Salk Middle School Principal John Zampaglione encouraged students to continue to face their challenges headon as they have done throughout middle school. “This bumpy road with many mountains brings us to today,” he said.

“A day of looking forward and soaring to new heights all while learning from our past experiences.”

Members of the eighth grade chorus and chamber choir performed the national anthem and “Rise Up” by Andra Day. The winners of awards for academic excellence, scholar athlete,

Jocelyn DeGruttola addressed the class and noted that their achievement that day would not be possible if they did not keep pushing forward. “The lessons that we learned and friendships that we made here at Wisdom are those which will last a lifetime,” she said.

Michelle Sinchi also gave an eighth grade address and reflected on how much she and her peers will miss Wisdom Lane. “We didn’t get as many trips and we missed out on a lot,” she said. “Despite the fact that we missed out, we still made some wonderful memories here at Wisdom.”

Photos courtesy of Levittown Public Schools

Town announces sports programs for summer 2022 The Town of Oyster Bay invites residents to take part in Summer Athletic Programs for basketball, badminton, and volleyball, beginning on July 10 at the Hicksville Athletic Center. All athletic programs run for 10 weeks, are co-ed, and open to individuals 18 and over.

“The Town’s athletic programs offer a great opportunity for residents to take to the court, improve their skills, and make new friends,” said Councilwoman Walsh. “Playing basketball, badminton, and volleyball are the ideal way to have fun while staying active, and I encourage residents to take advantage of these Town programs.”

Basketball will be held on Thursdays

from 9:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Saturdays from 8:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., and Sundays from 8:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., beginning on July 10, 2022. The Basketball program is 10 weeks long and costs $25 for residents and $40 for non-residents.

Registration is at the Hicksville Athletic Center (167 Broadway, Hicksville) on June 6, June 7, and June 8 between the hours of 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Badminton will feature two sessions for registrants to choose from. The first session consists of Tuesdays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m., Fridays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m., and Sundays from 6:10 p.m. to 8:10 p.m.

Session 2 consists of Tuesdays from 10:15 p.m. to 11:35 p.m., Fridays from

10:15 p.m. to 11:35 p.m., and Sundays from 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.. The badminton program is 10-weeks long and costs $75 for residents and $100 for non-residents, with the program scheduled to begin on July 10. Registration is at the Hicksville Athletic (167 Broadway, Hicksville) on June 6 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. and on June 7 & June 8 between the hours of 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m..

Volleyball will be split into two different sessions. The first session will be held on Mondays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m., Wednesdays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m., and Saturdays from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The second session will take place on Mondays from 10:15 p.m. to 11:35 p.m., Wednesdays from

Attention students!

10:15 p.m. to 11:35 p.m., and Saturdays from 8:20 p.m. to 10:20 p.m. The volleyball program is 10-weeks long, costs $75 for residents and $100 for non-residents, and is scheduled to begin on July 11.

Registration is at the Hicksville Athletic Center (167 Broadway, Hicksville) on June 6 from 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. and on June 7 & June 8 between the hours of 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Proof of residency is required for the resident discount. The schedule is subject to change. If a session is cancelled, make-up day(s) will be attempted. For more information, or to inquire about special holiday scheduling, please call (516) 797-7945 or email tobparks@ oysterbay-ny.gov

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A new-look “Mikado” comes to Bethpage “The Mikado: A Long Island Fantasy,” a new approach to the classic comic opera, will appear for one night only in Bethpage when the Gilbert & Sullivan Light Opera Company of Long Island brings its 2022 production of the beloved show to Bethpage Public Library on Wednesday, July 6, at 7:00 p.m.

Directed by Tony Tambasco, with music directed by Stuart Watarz, this allnew “Mikado” recasts the most famous of the Gilbert & Sullivan operas to be set on Long Island’s Gold Coast in the 1920s, the era of Prohibition, the flappers, silent movies and “The Great Gatsby.”

“I have attempted to recover the spirit of Gilbert & Sullivan's intentions with a production that holds a mirror up to the present day, while also engaging in light-hearted fairy-tale-telling,” Tambasco said. “Setting `The Mikado’ on a fantasy Long Island of 100 years ago allows us to activate the `Gatsby’ mythology that is a part of the cultural heritage of Long Island in the service of telling Gilbert & Sullivan's comic fairy tale of a community overcoming the nonsensical cruelty imposed on its people.”

The score for “The Mikado” is packed with famous songs, including the lovely ballad “The Sun, Whose Rays Are All Ablaze,” the rattling patter song “I’ve Got a Little List,” the ingenious trio “I Am So Proud” and the wistful “Titwillow.” The story is a merry farce that’s as funny now as it was in 1885, when the show premiered, and virtually defines the idea of “fun for the whole family.”

The cast includes more than a dozen of the company’s finest singers and dancers, more than meeting the challenge of “The Mikado.” Richard Risi plays Nanki-Poo, the wandering minstrel who’s secretly the son of the all-powerful Mikado (Lloyd Baum). Sabrina Lopez is Yum-Yum, Nanki-Poo’s secret love, with Gayden Wren as her guardian Ko-Ko, the Lord High Executioner.

Tamara Shyngle and Delaney R. Page play Yum-Yum’s schoolmates Pitti-Sing

Ko-Ko (Michael John Ruggiere, left) is selling, but Pish-Tush (Jordan Breslow) isn't sure he's buying, in a scene from the Gilbert & Sullivan Light Opera Company of Long Island's 2022 production of "The Mikado: A Long Island Fantasy," which transposes the classic comic opera from Japan to 1920s Long Island.

Photo by NanMagna. Copyright 2022 The Gilbert & Sullivan Light Opera Company of Long Island. and Peep-Bo, with Kenneth Kopolovicz as the pompous Pooh-Bah and Henry Horstmann as the wily Pish-Tush.

Patricia Gallagher plays the fearsome aristocrat Katisha, who claims NankiPoo in marriage and won’t take “No” for an answer.

“The Mikado” is a Gilbert & Sullivan opera unlike any other, satirizing English society through a lens that consisted of

Japan in the original production and 1920s Long Island in the current show.

It’s the most popular comic opera ever written, the only one of the Gilbert & Sullivan operas popular even in non-English-speaking countries and the first ever to be made into a movie, in 1939.

It has been a hit on Broadway as “The Hot Mikado” (1939), and has even had a movie—“Topsy Turvy” (1999)—made

about its creation. It remains arguably the most popular work of music theater ever.

“The Mikado: A Long Island Fantasy” will be presented on Wednesday, July 6 at 7:00 p.m. at Bethpage Public Library, 47 Powell Avenue in Bethpage. Admission is free. For further information, call (516) 931-3907 or visit www.bethpagelibrary.info.

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“The goal here is really to help those families who can’t get to the stores, who can’t go from place to place trying to find what they need,” Ms. Shimansky said. “We hope to reach as many people as possible so that they can provide for their families.”

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CroisiEurope Brings True Value, Quality to River Cruising Across the Globe

BY KAREN RUBIN TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM It doesn’t take long to appreciate CroisiEurope’s small-ship river cruise concept, and how, since its founding 40 years ago, it has grown into fleet of 55 ships sailing 170 itineraries in 37 countries.

CroisiEurope offers an outstanding onboard experience, marvelous river cruise itineraries through Europe, the Mediterranean and as far flung as Asia and Africa, and an all-inclusive pricing policy that affords exceptional value for money.

(The mega-ship cruise lines use the tag “all-inclusive” but nickel-anddime for drinks, shore excursions and the like). On CroisiEurope, the excursions offered in each destination, the wines and beers and cocktails, are in fact included at no extra charge (okay, the exception are premium liquors you might choose to order).

The ship, the MS Elbe Princesse, specially designed to navigate the low-draft canals and Elbe River, which carries me on an eight-day river cruise from Prague to Berlin, is delightful.

The excursions are for the most part very well done – they even arrange our own English-speaking guide for the four of us who are not French - though I would have preferred more time to explore on my own after the excursions.

River cruising is one of the best ways to travel and see and do the most in maximum comfort, and CroisiEurope’s value-for-money concept puts this experience within

CroisiEurope’s Elbe Princesse tied up for our excursion to Köningstein Fortress on its eight-day Prague-Berlin river cruise © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com reach of more travelers.

The Elbe Princesse, 95.4 meters long and 10.5 meters wide, is a perfect size, with 40 cabins accommodating 80 passengers – not too small to feel claustrophobic or crowded and not too large to feel overwhelmed and anonymous – a village versus a floating city. The ship – which was built in 2016 precisely to sail along these relatively shallow rivers and canals and slip through the locks and under the low bridges with mere inches to spare- is actually a paddle riverboat.

The main deck cabins have large windows, and the upper deck cabins have French balconies. The cabins have an amply sized private bathroom (shower!), a really comfortable bed, TV, windows and daily maid service.

The dining room on the main deck is surrounded by large panoramic windows that give fantastic views of

the scenery as it flows by (though I spend most of the time sailing on the rooftop deck), so you don’t feel you are missing anything as you dine and the sun sets.

The lounge and bar on the stern of the upper deck has outdoor access so you can have a drink while enjoying the feel of the open air, and is where each evening there is some sort of entertainment.

The sun deck, with chairs and sun loungers, spans almost the full length of the ship with part under an awning, and is where I spend most of the time as we sail to enjoy unobstructed views of the scenery.

Equally important is the ambiance created by the crew – as friendly and fun with a ready smile as they are efficient and helpful. In fact, within no time, the wait staff anticipates your preferences – two coffees at lunch, one decaf after dinner; sparkling

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water with lime; who prefers red, white or sparkling wine.

I had just come from a “wild camping” and hiking trip in Utah, followed by my three days literally hiking around Prague, so this opportunity to just sail place to place, not have to pack/repack, be taken on marvelous sightseeing excursions, and have three fabulous meals served with such penache each day is a true vacation.

The first evening, after a welcome in which we are introduced to the crew, there is a marvelous dinner (CroisiEurope has a fixed menu for its four-course dinners and lunches; breakfast is buffet with the opportunity to have omelettes made to order), rather than the choice of two or three items for each, but special dietary requirements are satisfied and there is always enough to enjoy. The food is fabulous – flavorful but not too saucey, rich or seasoned, wonderful variety, stunning presentation and service – and wine and beer are served pretty much throughout the day (premium bottles are extra).

All but four of us on this particular cruise are French or French-speaking (half of CroisiEurope’s clientele are French and half are international).

The English speakers who become my dining and traveling companions include two ladies from Vermont (one is originally from Montreal) and a woman from Munich, Germany who wants to practice her English (she reads the New York Times every day so is more knowledgeable about American current events than most Americans), and me. We become Continued on next page

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the “four individuals.” They send an English-speaking guide along for our excursions just for us, rather than have the French-speaking guide re-translate everything.

On our first day, we are taken by bus up to the entrance of the Prague Castle for our tour (the day before, I hiked up).

Our guide, Vladimir, points out aspects that I never would have thought about – including pointing out the windows of the famous 1618 Defenestration of Prague.

We return to the ship for lunch, and then go out again for a walking tour through the Jewish Quarter (a short walk from where the Elbe Princesse is docked, where we encounter a climate action protest just outside the university), to the Old Town Square.

We walk through a university where Vladimir points out where Johannes Kepler, a German astronomer, mathematician, astrologer, natural philosopher and key figure in 17th century Scientific Revolution, who figured out the movement of planets around the sun, used to live and where meterological observations have been taken daily since 1775. (Interesting to note Kepler, a Lutheran, came to Prague after being banished from Graz for refusing to convert to Catholicism, and later was excommunicated by the Lutheran church). Kepler’s house on Karlova Street in Old Town where he lived 16001612 is now a museum.

We walk to the Charles Bridge (Karlova Most), stopping inside St. Francis of Assissi (where Mozart played

the organ in 1702) and then over the Charles Bridge, where Vladimir points out the statue of St. John, the martyr we learned about at Prague Castle, and where people touch to guarantee their return to Prague). At my suggestion, we walk down to the Lennon Wall on Kampa Island. On our way back to the ship, Vladimir walks us through the garden at the Senate complex.

After dinner, there is a marvelous folk music band and dance troupe that performs on the ship.

The ship departs Prague early the next morning, at 6:30 am, and I’m up to watch. We immediately go through the first of 17 locks on our way to Berlin.

The ship was literally built for this route –the ship is powered by what looks like two water wheels because the water levels are actually pretty shallow - and we make it through the lock with just a few inches on either side.

The sail is picturesque and peaceful, as we float by charming villages and farms – stunning scenes of yellow fields of canola (cultivated for biofuel) juxtaposed against the blue water and white fluffy clouds – a very leisurely morning.

The route for today is to dock at Melnik and be taken by bus to Litomerice (which I mentally note on the road sign is but 3 km down the road from Terezin, the concentration camp).

The highlights of Litomerice include the Renaissance architecture of the city square; Mostria Horna, a tower that rises up 20 meters on a hill 272 meters above the water; and a medieval castle of Litomerice that dates from the 13th century, then converted into a brewery

and today a wine tasting facility and museum. It is across the street from the brewery we are here to visit.

The bus takes us back to the ship which has sailed ahead to Roudnice, driving by the Roudnice Palace where (as I learned in at the Lobkowicz Palace in Prague) the Lobkowicz family has a vast and important art collection, Unfortunately, we do not have time to visit.

As soon as we are back on board, the ship sails on to Litomerice, as the late afternoon sun casts golden light, where we dock overnight.

After a marvelous dinner (gazpacho, salad nicoise, quail with potato, asparagus, a cheese course and ice cream) so beautifully presented and served, we thoroughly enjoy the evening’s entertainment of Martin the Magician, who does “close magic” (sleight of hand). It is marvelous fun.

Sailing again in the morning toward Bad Schandau – which means we will be leaving the Czech Republic and entering Germany - we are invited to do “gymnastics” (actually calisthenics) on the rooftop deck. It’s fun, but I keep running over to the rail to shoot photos of the scenery. We are given the heads up that we will be sailing by some of the most beautiful scenery of the cruise between 11 am and noon. Indeed, the scenery as we sail through Swiss Bohemia and Swiss Saxony (very popular tourist areas) is stunning, with dramatic rock formations, cliffs, a castle.

This is the Bastei Rocks formation in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains of Germany. It is part of the Saxon Switzerland National Park, with 400 km

of stunning landscape, so popular with hikers. Together with the Bohemian Switzerland in the Czech Republic, the region forms the Sandstone Mountains.

The only way we could tell when we sailed across the border between the Czech Republic and Germany was that a crew member changed the flag and (now that I think about it), a bell was rung. But it is hard to tell just looking out onto the shore, though we strain to read signs.

From the numbers of inns and cyclists and people we see along the shore (we often sail so close we can shout out greetings and people often wave to us), it is obvious that these are popular places to visit. Three of the most visited landmarks are Lillenstein Rock, Bastei Bridge, which we will see from the river, and Köningstein Fortress, which we visit after lunch.

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Better Nutrition, Better Hearing

BY CHARLYN FARGO It may surprise you to know that research shows your diet can affect your susceptibility to hearing loss.

A study looking at the relationship between diet, tinnitus and hearing difficulties was published in the March/ April issue of Ear and Hearing journal.

Researchers looked at 34,576 U.K. adults between the ages of 40 and 69. Dietary assessment was based on a detailed computerized questionnaire about their intake of 200 commonly consumed food and beverages in the previous 24 hours.

The study was funded and reported by the National Institutes of Health and found that a lack of vitamins A, B, C, D and E, and minerals zinc, magnesium, selenium, iron or iodine led to an increased incidence of hearing loss. Researchers at-

tributed this to the increased antioxidants from the vitamins and minerals, which inhibit the formation of free radicals that can contribute to hearing loss.

In addition, diets high in carbohydrates, cholesterol and fats and lower in protein corresponded to poorer hearing status, attributed to negative effect on the vascular system and blood flow to the ear’s cochlea, the spiral cavity of the inner ear where nerve impulses are produced in response to sound vibrations.

Researchers found that consuming more healthy fats such as omega-3s had a positive impact on hearing by improving blood supply to the cochlea.

Tinnitus is defined as ringing or buzzing in the ear and can lead to hearing loss. A study cited by the American Auditory Society notes that higher intakes of calcium and fat were associated with

increased occurrences of tinnitus. In addition, higher intakes of B12 and protein were associated with reduced occurrences of tinnitus.

The bottom line? A diet low in fat and high in vitamins and antioxidants may be important for hearing health.

Q and A Q: Is watermelon healthy?

A: Watermelon is 92% water, so it’s a simple way to help stay hydrated. And just one medium slice of watermelon contains 9% to 11% of the vitamin A you need each day, which is important for keeping eyes healthy. It’s low in calories -- 45.6 per cup, compared to 300 calories in a cup of ice cream. Unlike many other desserts, watermelon is fat-free, cholesterol-free and has no sodium. It’s also high in potassium, a mineral that could help cut down on leg cramps. The sugar in watermelon

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In my book, this is what Summer is all about

BY CLAIRE LYNCH Mrs. Doyle said on Saturday night we could pitch a big tent in her back yard for a slumber party and Maddie jumped up and down with glee. She’d asked her mother about it a couple of times then dropped the subject. So her mom’s idea really was a surprise for Maddie. She quickly told her friends on the block - five of us girls were 11, Maddie’s age - and we were all set for a party. It was July, school was out, and the following week was my birthday so festivities were in the air.

Whenever I stood outside my house and looked up and down our block on Dartmouth Street in Rockville Centre, Mrs. Doyle’s house had the perfect back yard and perfect setup for an outdoor party - there were lots of old oak trees and an open area that was just right for a large tent. I smiled to myself because this little campout of ours was going to be fun.

In true organized fashion we made a list of things we’d need - sleeping bags, pillows, pjs, flip flops, flashlights, games, snacks and cold drinks. Patty offered to bring a cooler and Maddie said she’d get the ice. I brought a transistor radio and a flashlight with fresh batteries. Mom kept them in good working order and I knew that she would let me borrow them for the night.

Mrs. Doyle had sprung the surprise on Maddie and the rest of us so we asked our parents if we could go and of course they said yes. All we had to do was pack our things and in no time at all the appointed day was here. I was the second one there at the Doyles’ house. Eva beat me to the house by a few minutes and everyone else showed up just a little while later. Six was a good number for a party. After saying hi to Mr. & Mrs. Doyle, Maddie’s two brothers and her three-year-old sister, Anne, we headed right to the back yard.

I set up the radio, tuned it into a good station and since it was the late 1960s The Beatles were singing their hearts out for America. We liked their songs and started singing along. We were so excited about our little party we all started talking at once but Maddie, our hostess, had a way of calming everyone down. She showed us the sandwiches her mom had made and put in Tupperware containers - ham on rye,

turkey on white bread - and she very carefully placed them in the cooler.

Dana offered everyone the Cokes she had brought and Patty put the extra sodas on ice.

The sun was going down when Maddie said she had to get some-

toasting them and turning them just right we placed them on a piece of graham cracker, added a piece of chocolate, placed the other piece of graham cracker on top, squeezed it and had the perfect s’more. Our dessert was delicious. I don’t know who invented those s’mores

thing from inside. Off she went and Maddie returned carrying the Doyles’ pet. Tigger was a 10-lb. brown and tan striped tabby cat. Quickly explaining that Tigger was good about not running away from home, she put her down and one by one each person took a chance holding and petting her. We were surprised at how friendly the cat was. Content after all of that attention, Tigger curled up next to the tent near Maddie and watched us all.

Maddie said her family had another cat named Whiskers but he was definitely a wanderer so he was best left indoors. Tigger was a good, companionable cat. She spent some time sniffing the green grass in the Doyles’ back yard then she came into the tent and stayed with us all night, even when we told silly stories and laughed at dumb jokes and wondered out loud who our teachers might be in September. We talked about whatever was on our minds and just when Katie was in the middle of telling a good story Mrs. Doyle came outside, knocked on the outside of our tent and surprised us all. She had the makings for some s’mores in her hands and she didn’t have to ask twice if we wanted to make them. Some of us were Girl Scouts and others weren’t so we helped Mrs. Doyle start a fire in the fire pit several yards away from the tent.

Once the fire got going we scampered around for good-sized twigs to hold our marshmallows. After roasting them and

but they sure are good!

After Mrs. Doyle went back inside we returned to our tent and Dana asked if anyone wanted to play bocce ball. Or croquet. We all said no because it was getting dark but people were interested

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when Maddie reached for Monopoly.

After setting up the game, Eva tossed the dice and off she went. I tried getting all of the utilities, Eva went after Pennsylvania Avenue, North Carolina Avenue and Pacific Avenue, and Maddie sought out Park Place and Boardwalk.

After three hours of playing Maddie was the big winner but then she usually was when it came to Monopoly. Maddie later said she considered playing Monopoly the best part of the night.

My favorite part of the night was sitting around the fire pit talking and having a good time out under the stars.

Patty said hanging out with the girls was fun plus she liked playing with Tigger. She didn’t have any cats or dogs at home so she was delighted with Tigger’s affable personality and was happy to spend time with that tabby.

Eventually we all fell asleep and when morning came, the early birds among us crawled out of the tent along with Tigger and watched the sun rise.

We grabbed some cold juice and sat back thinking that life was pretty ok.

What a wonderful time we all had that night!

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Social Security Benefits Are Not Prorated

BY TOM MARGENAU Q: It has always puzzled me why Social Security takes back a person’s Social Security check for the month he or she dies. My aunt died in April, and as her executor, I was counting on using her last Social Security check to pay off some of her bills.

But the government took that money away from me. Can you explain that?

A: Simply put, the law has always said that you must meet all the eligibility requirements for a Social Security benefit for an entire month to be eligible for a payment for that month. That is why Social Security benefits are paid a month behind (the April check is paid in May, the May check in June, etc.): to make sure a person is eligible for a benefit for the prior month.

Obviously, one of the eligibility rules is that a person must be alive. And again, you must be alive for the entire month to get the benefit for that month. So, for example, because your aunt died in April, whether it might have been April 2 or April 30, she (and her estate) is not due the April Social Security check. In other words, the check that came in May (the April benefit) must be returned.

Another way to put that is this: Social Security checks are not prorated. They never have been, and probably never will be. But what most people don’t think about is the flip side of that coin.

The law does allow a person to get their first Social Security check for the month they are due benefits, even though they might not be eligible until later in the month. For example, my brother was born on June 29. He took his benefits at age 65. And he got his first Social Security check for the entire month of June, even though he was 65 for just two days of the month.

Think of it this way: the law presumes you’d rather have that extra benefit upfront while you are alive as opposed to your family getting the proceeds of your last check after you are dead!

Q: My husband died on May 28th at age 82. I am 80. I was shocked to learn that the government took back his check that was supposed to come on June 3. When I called Social Security about this, they said “that’s just the way it is.” And when I asked about widow’s benefits, they said I didn’t have to do anything. This just doesn’t seem right and I’m worried that I’m going to miss out on my widow’s benefits. (I never worked outside the home, so I don’t have any Social Security of my own.)

A: Don’t worry. Everything is going to be OK, and you aren’t missing out on anything.

Because you don’t have your own Social Security, you must be getting spou-

sal benefits on your husband’s record.

And in that case, now that he has died, you will just be automatically converted from wife’s benefits to widow’s benefits.

Your new benefit rate will probably be the same amount your husband was getting at the time of death.

And in your case, the fact that Social Security benefits are not prorated is both good and bad news for you. You already learned the bad news. Because your husband wasn’t alive the entire month of May, his May Social Security check had to be returned. So, what’s the good news? Well, you are going to get a widow’s benefit for the entire month of May, even though you were a widow for only three days of the month.

Q: When my father died about five years ago, my mother got the $255 burial benefit from Social Security. About a month ago, my fatherin-law died. But his wife, my mother-in-law, who has been in a nursing home for about 10 years, never got any burial money. We asked Social Security about that, and they said we are not due anything. When we asked why, all they told us is “it’s the law.” Were they correct?

A: Well, their answer was technically correct. But they certainly could have done a better job of explaining the law.

Before I do that, I must clarify one misconception about this one-time $255 death benefit. It is not, and never was intended to be, a “burial benefit.” And good thing it isn’t because $255 would barely cover the cost of flowers at most funerals today!

This death benefit is a holdover from the very earliest days of the Social Security program. It started out as a means of refunding a small portion of the taxes a person paid into the Social Security system if he or she died before having a chance to collect monthly benefits. Over the years, that simple “refund” of taxes that was paid only to the family members of non-beneficiaries morphed into a death benefit payable to the family members of just about everyone.

The benefit amount was locked in at $255 about 40 years ago. Since then, it’s never gone up and has never gone down.

Attempts are occasionally made to simply eliminate this almost worthless payment. But every time that happens, senior citizen groups inundate Congress with letters of protest and so the little death benefit remains in law.

Back in the 1980s, the Reagan administration did have the guts (although others would say the gall) to take on those seniors, and they lobbied Congress to at least nibble away at the death benefit. They changed the law to say that the death benefit can be paid only to a surviving spouse WHO WAS LIVING WITH THE DECEASED AT THE TIME OF DEATH. Your mother-in-law was apparently not living with your father-

in-law. (You said she was in a nursing home for the past decade.) So, she isn’t due the money.

And by the way, if someone would appoint me the king of Social Security, I would do one of two things about the program’s so-called death benefit. Either I would simply eliminate it because it’s kind of a worthless and embarrassing benefit anyway, or I would make it meaningful by raising it to $2,500 and

paying it to anyone (not just a spouse) who is the executor of the deceased’s estate.

If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has a book with all the answers. It’s called “Social Security: Simple and Smart.” You can find the book at www.creators.com/books, or look for it on Amazon or other book outlets.

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Why are Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae and FHA crucial to lending?

BY PHILIP A. RAICES

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ow that interest rates have doubled over the last 8 months closing the door on our lowest interest rates in history, hitting bottom during the Covid-19 pandemic between 2020-2021. It was meant to be a temporary stopgap measure to salvage our ailing economy that was literally shut down due to the Pandemic. However, rates actually dropped much lower than I and many economists anticipated and at their lowest point averaged 2.65%. If you had applied for a $200,000 mortgage the monthly cost would have been $806, which would have been $662 or $7900 savings per year compared to the overall normal long term average rate of 8%. However, from 1971 through June 2022, 30 year fixed rate mortgages averaged 7.77% according to Freddie Mac. What are the differences between Freddie Mac, (Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation) Fannie Mae (Federal National Mortgage Association) started in 1938 to stimulate and encourage homeownership) and FHA (Federal Housing Administration) backed loans secured by Ginnnie Mae and insured and Guaranteed by H.U.D./Housing Urban Development Corporation? Freddie Mac often buys loans from smaller banks and Fannie Mae purchases mortgages from larger commercial banks and lenders and they both have different requirements for the mortgages they purchase and both are GSE’s (government backed enterprises) created by Congress to enable the flow of money, liquidity, stability and affordability. Loans are packaged into mortgage-backed securities for sale to investors on the secondary mortgage market. This process enables the guarantee of the timely payments of principal and interest on the underlying mortgages. This makes secondary mortgage markets more liquid and lowers the interest rates paid by mortgage borrowers, which would be considerably higher without them.

Minimum credit scores required

are 620 and debt/income ratios up to 49%. Credit between 620 and 640 may take longer than higher scores.

However, FHA loans can potentially be done with credit scores as low as 500, but different terms and conditions will apply.

Without these organizations mortgage interest rates to purchase homes would be considerably higher. Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and FHA mortgages are more lenient and allow many who have lower credit scores or lower down payments as little as 3% who would not normally be approved for a conventional mortgage, which requires a 20% out of pocket down payment, to still be able to secure a home loan. However, an added cost is P.M.I. (private mortgage insurance)

can be gifted 4.) 1 buyer has to be a first time purchaser as long as that person had no ownership within the last 3 years 5.) Loans have to conform to GSE guidelines Whoever might be reading my column, don’t lose hope due to higher rates that you can’t or won’t be able to qualify and realize your dream of homeownership for a single family, Condo or coop (but not FHA on co-ops) under Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae. Obviously, paying rent month in and month out is a dead end street and provides no increase in your wealth and actually depletes it; so inquiring and gaining the knowledge will go a long way in potentially enabling you to purchase your first or move up home. If you need

when less than the normally required 20% down payment is provided by the purchaser. H.U.D. thereby guarantees the loan. This program allows more individuals and families to qualify to purchase a home and without it, would not. Other terms are as follows: 1.)

Terms of up to 30 years 2.)

No income limit 3.)

Down payment and reserves

any assistance feel free to reach out to me at anytime. *Credit to Derek Kamm of Green River Mortgage (631) 327-5507 for some of my content.

P.S. Our American Cancer Society has been postponed due the death of my sister, Maxene and will be rescheduled sometime in July.

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Philip A. Raices is the owner/ Broker of Turn Key Real Estate 3 Grace Ave Suite 180 in Great Neck. He has 40+ years experience in the Real Estate industry and has earned designations as a Graduate of the Realtor Institute (G.R.I.) and also as a Certified International Property Specialist (C.I.P.S.), as well as the new “Green Industry” Certification for eco-friendly construction and upgrades. The He will provide you with “free” regular updates of sold and new homes in your town via the Multiple Listing Service of Long Island (MLSLI). For a “FREE” 15 minute consultation, as well as well as a “FREE printout or digital value analysis of what your home might sell for in today’s market without any obligation or “strings” attached. He can also provide a copy of “Unlocking the Secrets of Real Estate’s New Market Reality, and our Seller’s and Buyer’s Guides for “Things to Consider when Selling, investing or Purchasing your Home.

You can email or snail mail (regular mail) him with your request or ideas, suggestions or interview you for a specific topic and a Q & A for a future column with your name, email and cell number. He will email or call you back and respond to your request ASAP as long as he has your complete name, cell, email and/or full home or business address. Again, for a “FREE” 15 minute consultation, he can also be reached by cell (516) 6474289 or by email: Phil@ TurnKeyRealEstate.Com to answer any of your questions and concerns in strategizing selling, investing, purchasing, renting or leasing any type of residential or commercial properties.

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Better Nutrition, Better Hearing Continued from page 2

RECIPE

Here’s a recipe for a tomato-watermelon chicken salad that’s great for warm summer days. It’s from Taste of Home.

TOMATO-WATERMELON CHICKEN SALAD Servings: 6 4 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges

2 cups cubed seedless watermelon 1 cup fresh raspberries 1/4 cup minced fresh basil 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 9 cups torn mixed salad greens 4 grilled chicken breasts (4 ounces each), sliced

In a large bowl combine the tomatoes, watermelon and raspberries. In a small bowl, whisk the basil, oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Drizzle over tomato mixture; toss to coat. Divide salad greens among 6 serving plates; top with tomato mixture and chicken. Serves 6.

Per serving: 266 calories; 26 grams protein; 15 grams carbohydrate; 13 grams fat, (2 grams saturated); 64 milligrams choles-

terol; 9 grams sugars; 4 grams fiber; 215 milligrams sodium.

Charlyn Fargo is a registered dietitian with SIU Med School in Springfield, Illinois. For comments or questions, contact her at charfarg@aol.com or follow her on Twitter @NutritionRD. .

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Exploring the Celestial Scorpion

BY DENNIS MAMMANA Week of June 26 -- July 2, 2022 During late June evenings, we can easily see one of the great celestial symbols of summertime. Look low toward the southern sky after dark, and you’ll spot the long, curving arc of Scorpius, the scorpion.

You will easily notice the bright reddish-orange star Antares twinkling wildly as its light bounces through much more turbulent air low in the sky.

Right now, the planets Mars and Saturn appear nearby, though they will change their positions over the next few months as they (and we) orbit the sun.

Antares marks the heart of this celestial arachnid, one of the most recognizable stellar groupings in the heavens.

Several bright stars outline its claws at the top, a long curving stellar arc traces its tail, and at its very end, two stars even form its dreaded stinger.

Antares and Scorpius have a long and fascinating history. In about 3,000 B.C., Antares was considered one of the four “royal stars” of ancient Persia; some suggest it may have even represented the “lance star” referred to in the Biblical book of Job. The Scorpion’s image is one of the oldest of the Egyptian hieroglyphics, and it appears in inscriptions predating the third millennium B.C. This outline was not always interpreted as a

scorpion, however. Ancient Chinese sky watchers viewed this star grouping as a major portion of the large and regal figure of the Azure Dragon, or Dragon of the East. And islanders of the South Pacific, who had never seen a scorpion, imagined it instead as a giant fishhook.

In Greek and Roman mythology, Scorpius represented the creature whose sting caused the death of the great hunter Orion, a prominent celestial symbol of winter. If you pay close attention, you’ll notice that whenever you see Scorpius in the sky, Orion is nowhere to be found. This is because -- so the story goes -- when the gods placed these star groupings in the heavens, they separated the two figures to prevent them from stirring up trouble.

Lillian White Spencer wrote about this wise move in her poem titled “Scorpio.”

“One summer’s south horizon, he Crawls in bright, baleful majesty: Antares is his old red heart.

And slew Orion with his sting And since he did that horrid thing They circle heaven far apart.”

If you have a dark sky, scan this region of the heavens with binoculars or a small telescope and you’ll be astounded by all that you can see. For example, just to the west of Antares lies a fuzzy spot of light that astronomers know as M4. It’s a great globular star cluster -- one of the nearest in the sky, in fact, at a distance of some 7,200 light years from Earth.

Just above and to the east of the scorpion’s stinger we find two beautiful open star clusters: M6 (the Butterfly Cluster) and M7 (Ptolemy’s Cluster).

These are just a few of the many “deepsky objects” visible in this area.

What a marvelous region of celestial real estate we can see in our evening

sky right now. If you do nothing else this summer, get out at night, lie on the cool grass and get acquainted with Scorpius.

Visit Dennis Mammana at dennismammana.com. .

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Antares marks the heart of this celestial arachnid, one of the most recognizable stellar groupings in the heavens.

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Ding, Dong, the Doorbell’s Dead

BY TRACY BECKERMAN “The doorbell isn’t working,” I said to my husband.

“I figured that when I pushed it and no sound came out,” he replied.

“What should we do?” I said. Doorbell repairs were not my forte.

“Add it to the list,” he said as he unloaded a half-dozen boxes into the house.

We had just moved into our new place, and we had a growing list of things that needed to be repaired or replaced. When we had done our walkthrough, we discovered the lights that didn’t light, the faucet that didn’t faucet and the dryer that didn’t dry. But for some reason, we never checked the doorbell. Who thinks about a doorbell?

You push it and it dings. If it doesn’t ding, the doorbell is dead. That’s where they get the saying “dead as a doorbell.”

Or is it doornail? These are the things

that keep me up at night.

Anyway, not having a working doorbell was a bit of an issue because we were in the throes of moving stuff in and a lot of it was being delivered. When the delivery guys arrived, they rang the doorbell. And since it didn’t ring, I didn’t know they were there. And when I didn’t answer the door because I didn’t know they were there, they left. Which is why, a week into our move, I was still sitting on the floor in the living room, instead of on a sofa.

Of course, in the grand scheme of things, not having a working doorbell is not nearly on the same level as, say, not having a door. If it were the reverse, and we had a doorbell but no door, that would probably be a bigger issue. And if that were the case, we wouldn’t really need a doorbell because we would be able to see whoever it was who was standing in our empty doorway.

Unable to do anything about the

doorbell, my husband and I went about moving and unpacking and then took a break to go out to dinner. When we got back, I noticed that the doorbell was no longer where it had been on the wall next to our door. It was, instead, lying on its back on the ground.

“What happened to the doorbell?” I said to my husband.

“Looks like it leapt to its death,” he said. “I guess it just didn’t want to doorbell anymore.”

“Well, that’s pretty dramatic,” I said.

“Maybe it just fell off,” said my husband.

“Yeah, that’s what it wants you to think,” I said.

We both just stared at the doorbell on the ground. I wondered, what was the proper etiquette when your doorbell rings its last ding? Do you have a memorial? Say a few kind words? We hadn’t known the doorbell that long... less than a week. It seemed a little disingenuous

for us to mourn a doorbell we didn’t really know.

I bent down to pick up the doorbell and accidentally hit the button. When I did, I heard the doorbell ring inside.

“Hey, the doorbell works,” I said to my husband. “But apparently only when it’s on the ground.”

“That’s ridiculous,” he said. “What are we going to do with a doorbell that only works when it’s on the ground?”

I shrugged.

“We can step on it.”

Tracy Beckerman is the author of the Amazon Bestseller, “Barking at the Moon: A Story of Life, Love, and Kibble,” available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble online! You can visit her at www. tracybeckerman.com.

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8 Things You Can Do to Survive Tough Times

BY MARY HUNT

Current headlines and world events serve as a grim reminder of how quickly one’s personal economy can change. If the rain of an economic downturn were to fall on you tomorrow, would you know how to find shelter from the storm?

Troubles come and troubles go. Economic recovery is sure, eventually. In the meantime, knowing how to survive will help you stave off potential disaster.

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Your attitude -- the way you respond to life and all of its circumstances -- is more important than anything. It is more important than the past, than struggle or success, than education or experience. It is more important than how much money you have, how much you owe, what you would like to do or where you would like to go. When you face tough times, your attitude will be either your greatest asset or worst liability. The key to changing your attitude is reprogramming your mind. Whatever you choose to focus on is what you will move toward.

ASSESS YOUR RESOURCES

Figure out exactly what you earn, what you own and what you owe. What insurance do you have? How long would it take your unemployment benefits to kick in? Do you have enough cash to bridge the gap?

LIVE BELOW YOUR MEANS

It’s a simple strategy: Spend less than you earn. Stop living paycheck to paycheck. Start swimming against the tide of the consumer credit culture that says you can have it all while making it possible for you to spend consistently more than you earn. A good rule of thumb: Adjust your lifestyle so

that it fits within 80% of your income. Start NOW to cut a little from every area of your spending. Take it a step at a time. You will be amazed how quickly your financial picture will change for the better.

GET OUT OF UNSECURED DEBT

Is your money being sucked into a compounding interest sinkhole? If you’re not paying off your credit cards every month, that’s just what can happen. The minimum payment on credit card debt is calculated as a percentage of your current balance. The minimum payment drops as your balance is paid, but thanks to the magic of compounding interest you’ll end up paying for a long, long time if you allow the credit card company to determine the way you pay off the balance.

BUILD A NEST EGG

No matter where you live or work, the future is uncertain.

You do not know when you and your income are going to temporarily part company. Start right now to accumulate cash.

Don’t stop until you have squirreled away an amount that will pay your bills for a full three months. (Six is better.) Then leave it alone. Don’t borrow from it or play around with it in any way. This is a sacred sum because it could mean the difference between survival and disaster in lean times.

PUT A LID ON STRESS

Stress is not only hazardous to your health but it can also make otherwise tolerable events of life unbearable.

Stress skews your judgment and makes you more prone to make hasty, stupid financial decisions. Releasing the stress in your life will help to clear your mind so you can manage your finances calmly and intelligently. For every one

thing that goes wrong, there are a hundred blessings. Count them.

LAYOFF-PROOF YOURSELF

If your employer downsizes, some will lose their jobs.

And many will not. Make sure you’re one of the latter. Keep your expense account significantly below your authorized amount. Don’t complain but instead develop authentic gratitude for your job. Don’t whine, demand or play workplace politics. Or Candy Crush. Keep a low profile. Do more than is required without demanding recognition.

AVOID SCAMS

They are the natural outgrowth of a stunted economy.

When going through tough times, brace yourself for the onslaught. You’ll be able to paper a small room in your home with all of the preapproved offers for credit cards, loans and “opportunities” to get rich quick. Run from anything that promises instant wealth with little work. Shun new credit because it will lead to new debt.

Always remember that tough times don’t last, but tough people do!

Mary invites you to visit her at EverydayCheapskate.com, where this column is archived complete with links and resources for all recommended products and services. Mary invites questions and comments at https:// www.everydaycheapskate.com/ contact/, “Ask Mary.” This column will answer questions of general interest, but letters cannot be answered individually.

Mary Hunt is the founder of EverydayCheapskate.com, a frugal living blog, and the author of the book “Debt-Proof Living.”

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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court Nassau County MARGARET RANIERI, PLACIDO AMENDOLIA, NATALE TURSI, ROBERT N. SWETNICK, EACH AS TO AN UNDIVIDED 25% INTEREST, Pltf. v.

NEAL SULTZER, et al, Defts.

Index No. 010700/15.

Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale June 14, 2017, I will sell at public auction on the north side steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Dr., Mineola, NY on July 13, 2022 at 2:30 p.m. prem. k/a 101 Autumn Drive, Plainview, NY 11803 a/k/a Section 13, Block 117, Lot 42.

The Condominium Unit known as Unit No. 101 in the condominium k/a The Seasons at Plainview Condominium I located at Plainview, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau, State of New York, such Unit being designated and described as such in that certain declaration, dated December 8, 2006, made by Engel Burman Beidler Senior Housing at Plainview LLC, pursuant to Article 9-B of the Real Property Law of the State of New York establishing a plan for condominium ownership of the buildings and the land described below upon which buildings are situate, which declaration was recorded in the office of the clerk of the County of Nassau on March 30, 2007, in liber 12249 of conveyances at page 843, and shown on the plans of a condominium prepared by Sidney B. Bowne & son, LLP, certified

by Zabdiel A. Blackman, L.S. and filed in the Clerk’s Office on March 30, 2007 as Map No. CA-231. Together with an undivided 1/134m fractional interest in the Common Elements of the Condominium. Approx. amt. of judgment is $199,651.10 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Foreclosure auction will be held “Rain or Shine.” If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the foreclosure auction.

KEITH LAVALLEE, Referee.

THE MARGOLIN & WEINREB LAW GROUP, LLP, Attys. For Pltf., 1 65 Eileen Way, Ste. 101, Syosset, NY. #99383 MIT 5941 4X 06/10,17,24,07/01 NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court County of Nassau DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR SOUNDVIEW HOME LOAN TRUST 2006-1, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 20061, Plaintiff, AGAINST KAYA KEYKURUN, et al.

Defendant(s) Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly entered on October 2, 2019.

I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 13, 2022 at 2:30 PM premises known as 74 Manetto Hill Road, Plainview, NY 11803.

Please take notice that this foreclosure auction shall be conducted in compliance with the Foreclosure Auction Rules for Nassau County and the COVID 19 Health Emergency Rules, including proper use of masks and social distancing.

All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York. Section 12, Block 476 and Lot 49.

Approximate amount of judgment $551,926.09 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment. Index #020797/2009.

Michael Alpert, Esq., Referee, Aldridge Pite, LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff 40 Marcus Drive, Suite 200, Melville, NY 11747 MIT 5942 4X 06/10,17,24,07/01 NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court County of Nassau WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A

CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT AS TRUSTEE FOR PRETIUM MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff, vs.

SUSAN BLEZOW, Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly filed on February 4, 2020, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on July 21, 2022 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 114 Morton Boulevard, Plainview, NY 11803. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 47, Block 19 and Lot 35. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 8744/13.

This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine.

COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Michael Venditto, Esq., Referee Berkman, Henoch, Peterson, & Peddy, P.C., 100 Garden City Plaza, Garden City, NY 11530, Attorneys for Plaintiff MIT 5943 4X 06/17,24,07/01,08 NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court County of Nassau U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CITIGROUP MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST INC. ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007AHL3, Plaintiff, vs.

DEBORAH BRIGANDI, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on July 2, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the

Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on July 27, 2022 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 121 West Avenue, Hicksville, NY 11801. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Hicksville, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 45, Block 46 and Lot 291. Approximate amount of judgment is $1,127,211.18 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #11256/2010. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Charles Kovit, Esq., Referee Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC, 10 Bank Street, Suite 700, White Plains, New York 10606, Attorneys for Plaintiff MIT 5944 4X 06/24,07/01,08,15 NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court County of Nassau DITECH FINANCIAL LLC, F/K/A GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC, Plaintiff against MUKRAJ SINGH A/K/A MUKHRAJ SINGH, et al Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered May 30, 2018, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 27, 2022 at 2:30 PM. Premises known as 15 Cornwall Lane, Hicksville, NY 11801. Sec 0011 Block 00337-0 Lot 00008. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being at Hicksville, in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $678,849.39 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 016677/2008.

The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”

Richard Kerins, Esq., Referee Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Fein Such & Crane, LLP, 1400 Old Country Road, Suite 103N, Westbury, NY 11590.

AYSJN023 MIT 5945 4X 06/24,07/01,08,15 NOTICE OF FORMATION GRIGGS MEDICAL PLLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secy. Of State of NY (SSNY) on 5/16/22 under Section 1203(c) (1) of the Limited Liability Company Law. The county within this state in which this office will be located is NASSAU. Office location: 1936 Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow, New York 11554. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against PLLC to: 1936 Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow, NY 11554.

Purpose: any lawful act.

BN 7541 6X 06/03,10,17,24,07/01,08 NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court County of Nassau JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Plaintiff AGAINST Danielle Barone a/k/a Danielle BaroneAquilano; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly dated June 17, 2019 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 12, 2022 at 2:30PM, premises known as 31 Moore Drive, Bethpage, NY 11714. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Bethpage, in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau, State of

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New York, Section: 46 Block: 208 Lots: 14-18. Approximate amount of judgment $144,914.12 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 615628/2018. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the Tenth Judicial District. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”

Ralph J. Madalena, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792 Dated: April 18, 2022 BN 7542 4X 06/10,17,24,07/01 NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court County of Nassau U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR BLUEWATER INVESTMENT TRUST 2018-1, Plaintiff, vs.

EVE ROCKFELD, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on November 21, 2019 and an Order Appointing Successor Referee and

Other Relief duly entered on December 22, 2021, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on July 18, 2022 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 12 Cindy Drive, Old Bethpage, NY 11804. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 47, Block 110 and Lot 3.

Approximate amount of judgment is $322,816.59 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #602744/2018.

This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine.

COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

William Boccio, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff.

Firm File No. 181106-1 BN 7544 4X 06/17,24,07/01,08 NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court County of Nassau WELLS FARGO BANK,

N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004FF7, Plaintiff, vs.

DANIEL BOVE A/K/A DANIEL R. BOVE, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on June 3, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on July 27, 2022 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 535 Central Avenue, Bethpage, NY 11714. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 46, Block 590 and Lot 59.

Approximate amount of judgment is $360,848.25 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 004335/2015.

This foreclosure sale will be held on the North Side Steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine.

COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Lynn Botwinik, Esq., Referee

Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC, 10 Bank Street, Suite 700, White Plains, New York 10606, Attorneys for Plaintiff BN 7545 4X 06/24,07/01,08,15 NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court Nassau County WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BROUGHAM FUND I TRUST, Plaintiff against DAVID GELBARD A/K/A DAVID J. GELBARD, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Stern & Eisenberg, P.C., Woodbridge Corporation Plaza, 485B Route 1 South, Suite 330, Iselin, NJ 08830.

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered November 26, 2018, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 5, 2022 at 2:30 PM. Premises known as 5 Carol Lane, Upper Brookville, NY 11545. Sec 18 Block A Lot 980.

All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated

Village of Upper Brookville, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $811,278.51 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 008014/2012.

During the COVID-19 health emergency, Bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of the sale including but not limited to wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Should a bidder fail to comply, the Referee may refuse to accept any bid, cancel the closing and hold the bidder in default. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”

William Ellerton, Esq., Referee NY201700000151-1 SYO 4426 4X 06/03,10,17,24

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This Week at the Syosset Public Library Friday, June 24, at 2:00 p.m.

Joan Sutherland: La Stupenda (IN PERSON & ONLINE) Presenter: Tanisha Mitchell:, librarian, Freeport and Metropolitan Opera libraries, and opera singer Joan Sutherland is regarded as one of the greatest coloratura sopranos in the opera industry. Her stellar career was guided by her dutiful conductor husband (Richard Bonynge), her beautiful tall regal stature and most of all her amazing vocal gifts. Tanisha will be performing an aria during the lecture.

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Unsung Heroes: Chinese-Americans (IN PERSON & ONLINE) Presenter: Howard Rosenberg, veteran social studies teacher Chinese-Americans are no strangers to the struggle for acceptance and equality in the United States. Explore the impact of several pioneering ChineseAmerican leaders. Learn about activist Wong Chin Foo, suffragist Dr. Mabel Ping Hua Lee and more. No registration needed for in-person or virtual. For Zoom link, go to syossetlibrary.org.

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#Trending: Write Your Own Gothic Horror/Romance (ONLINE) Presenter: Erin Coughlan, an award winning writer, producer and author of “Pop and Fizz’s Double Feature Movie Night Guide” Learn how to create your own Gothic horror/romance novel. Participate in fun writing prompt exercises guaranteed to help you develop your plot, characters and settings. Discover tricks used by classic and contemporary storytellers that will strengthen your writing skills, boost your creative confidence and jump start your own Gothic romance! Writers of all levels are welcome. To register go to syossetlibrary. org or email Trending@syossetlibrary. org.

Local assisted living community named one of best in state Out of the more than 500 assisted living communities in New York, Orchard Estate of Woodbury, has been selected as one of the best in the state by U.S. News & World Report.

It earned “Best” status by achieving the highest possible rating for both assisted living and memory care in U.S. News & World Report’s inaugural Best Senior Living ratings following a comprehensive consumer satisfaction survey. Orchard Estate’s residents and family members gave the community high marks in critical areas, such as overall value, management and staff,

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“Whether it’s connecting our residents to their passions, providing meals just the way they like or making sure they get to doctor’s appointments, our associates constantly strive for excellence in all they do,” said Doug Cormack, executive director of Orchard Estate of Woodbury. “Orchard Estate is truly an extraordinary community committed to supporting one another, and we are thrilled to now be among an elite group in New York.”

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BY DONALD PATANE The Levittown Chamber would like to Spotlight one of our newest members SERVPRO of Levittown-Bethpage. With more than 40 years of combined experience in the restoration and insurance industries, it was a fitting decision for owners Rich and Shannon Delfino to open a restoration company in 2007.

Along with the assistance of their office manager/ marketer, Laura Avakian, they want to be there for our local community.

According to Ms. Avakian, understanding the devastation and destruction that can come with many disasters and emergencies that affect homes and businesses throughout the area, they know that these events can be traumatic and stressful for their customers. They approach every incident with compassion and empathy, helping every resident or business owner to navigate the restoration process to return their property to pre-loss condition.

Avakian says at SERVPRO of Levittown-Bethpage, superior customer service is their priority. Their highly trained team of professionals makes every decision regarding the recovery of a damaged property, with their customers’ well-being our top priority.

Avakian says that many people don’t realize that being certified is important and they provide a wide range of certifications and experienced professionals to help after disasters and emergencies in the area. Some of the many accreditations they can provide homes and businesses in their time of need includes: Water Restoration, Fire and Smoke Restoration, Microbial Remediation, Structural Drying and BioHazard Cleanup.

As a locally owned and operated restoration company, they believe community involvement is important. SERVPRO of Levittown-Bethpage supports and participates in many local charities and fundraisers. Owner, Rich Delfino, is a volunteer fireman and devotes much of his time off to his community. They work closely with many fundraisers and local events to raise money and awareness for conditions or situations that demand attention and help. They also have organized fundraisers for the United States troops, raising over 30,000 dollars to date for the USO. Avakian stresses that disasters can strike at any time, leaving property owners contending with the effects of water, fire, mold, storms, flooding, biothreats and other concerns. She says,“ Whenever this happens, “you can count on our SERVPRO of LevittownBethpage team to make it “Like it never even happened.”

They can be contacted at 516-261-9600 and their website is www.servprolevittownbethpage.com.

Summer fun at the Hicksville Boys and Girls Club Tired of seeing only high priced summer programs? Are you searching for a fun and super affordable place the kids can enjoy the season? The Hicksville Boys and Girls Club is here!

The club is open to all kids going into 6th grade through 12th grade.

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It’s only $50 per child for the whole summer! For families with two or more, it is only half for each additional child per household that becomes a member of the summer program. The summer program begins July 5 and will conclude August 31. The lounge is open from noon to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and noon to 8 p.m.

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POB students “maximize their momentum” at DECA competition

POB’s finalists at the DECA conference with advisor Lindsay DeLucca.

POB DECA students at the International DECA Conference in Atlanta, GA

From April 23 to 27, 51 Plainview-Old Bethpage JFK High School students and their advisors participated in DECA’s International Career Development Conference Competition in Atlanta, GA. The group joined over 17,000 other DECA students from across the United States, Guam, Mexico, Germany, Spain and Puerto Rico. The annual conference allows students to present business projects that they had been working on throughout the school year, test their business skills, and grow professionally.

The POB students squared off against 200 other teams in the competition, and 11 POBJFK teams made the finals in their respective competitions. Five students placed in the top 10 of their competition in addition to one team placing 5th and another 8th.

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POB’s fifth place team: Jordan Yagaloff, Lauren Sirianni and Jakob Gretah.

competitive events, include the following: • 5th Place: Project Management Community Giving - Jakob Gretah, Lauren Sirianni, Jordan Yagaloff • 8th Place: Project Management Financial Literacy - Elana Kessler, Emma Kimmel • Finalist: International Business Plan - Alexandra Kaminsky, Molly Singer • Finalist: Sports and Entertainment Operations Research Nicole Gleicher, Divbani Sabharwal, Alex Weiss Additionally, POB DECA president, senior Gabrielle Sorgie, received the $2,000 Marriott International Scholarship, recognizing her dedication to DECA, as well as her continued interest in pursuing a major relating to the field of business management and hospitality.

POB’s eighth place team: Emma Kimmel and Elana Kessler.

Town opens new baby formula collection sites After an outpouring of support at the Town’s weekly Baby Formula Collection Drives, the Town of Oyster Bay has announced the opening of daily formula collection sites in Massapequa and Oyster Bay. Residents are invited to drop off unexpired, unused baby formula at Town Hall North (54 Audrey Ave, Oyster Bay) and Town Hall South (977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa) from June 15 to July 15, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. All donations will benefit families who are experiencing difficulty in finding formula as the nationwide storage continues.

Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino

stated, “We’re proud to partner with local moms to collect unopened baby formula and safely distribute it to local families who can’t find these important products on the shelves at local stores. While the nationwide shortage has been dreadful for families of newborns, we’re very fortunate to have goodhearted community volunteers who stepped up to make a positive difference in the community.”

“The nationwide baby formula shortage is causing a crisis for many families throughout Long Island,” said Councilman Steve Labriola. “We all know that once little ones move onto food, families are often left with

extra formula in their pantries. We ask that you open your hearts and cupboards by donating unexpired, unused formula for families facing shortages and empty store shelves.”

At the start of the pandemic, Massapequa resident Carmela Shimansky launched a Facebook page ‘One Parent to Another,’ to help mothers in need of baby formula and other childcare necessities. Working with neighbors and friends in the community, Carmela connected with local moms who had items they no longer needed and asked them to pay it forward by donating them to others. This network has grown to over 7,000 members, and the Town of

Oyster Bay is proud to support these efforts.

“The goal here is really to help those families who can’t get to the stores, who can’t go from place to place trying to find what they need,” Ms. Shimansky said. “We hope to reach as many people as possible so that they can provide for their families.”

For more information on this and other upcoming events helping local families, visit Carmela’s page on Facebook, One Parent to Another, or www.oysterbaytown.com.

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