SERVING PLAINVIEW, HICKSVILLE, AND LEVIT
Senators Gaughran and Kaplan present the NYS Commendation Award to Captain Moskos II and Lt. Niemczyk in the presence of the Hicksville hometown heroes families.
The Hicksville Water District is hosting a series of virtual community meetings to help bring residents up to speed on the progress made to treat the local water supply for 1,4-dioxane. Two digital meeting opportunities have been scheduled--October 28 at 7 p.m. and October 29 at 1 p.m.--where residents will get a detailed presentation about the significant infrastructure improvements already made, as well as what can be
expected for the coming months. Rather than the traditional in-person meeting, having the meetings held remotely will allow all residents to participate while also remaining safe.
“We hope everyone in the Hicksville community can tune into one of these two presentations so they can learn more about the significant strides we have made over the last year to treat for 1,4-dioxane,” said William Schuckmann,
On October 18, Senators Jim Gaughran and Anna Kaplan honored firefighters from the Hicksville Fire Department who saved a 90-year-old woman from her burning home in September. The Senators presented New York State Commendation Awards to Captain Christopher Moskos II and Lt. Andrew Niemczyk in the presence of their families and members from the Hicksville Fire Department. The Hicksville hometown heroes rushed into a Hicksville home on fire in the early hours of a September morning, and heroically pulled a 90-year-old woman from her home to safety.
Senator Jim Gaughran said “The heroic work of Lt. Andrew Niemczyk is representative of the courageous actions that our volunteer firefighters take every day of the year. I thank Lt. Niemczyk and Captain Moskos II for their exceptional work that cold September morning which saved a
chairman of Hicksville Water District. Aside from updates on the infrastructure upgrades, the District will also discuss the compliance timeline for meeting the State’s new emerging contaminant regulations, what future infrastructure improvements are still needed as well as a detailed report on how customer rates will be impacted by the amount of capital required to construct these now required treatment systems. To ensure everyone with questions leaves with answers, the District’s commission-
treasured woman’s life. Thank you to our Hicksville hometown heroes and the brave firefighters who serve without praise or accolations 365 days a year.”
Senator Anna M. Kaplan said “The New York State Senate Commendation Award is one of the highest honors that I as Senator can present, and it is reserved for a select few individuals each year whose exceptional work merits this level of recognition. I’m so proud to recognize Captain Christopher Moskos with this high honor for his courage, valor, and integrity in the face of danger, and I’m eternally grateful for his service to our community.”
Senator Gaughran represents Lt. Andrew Niemczyk in the 5th Senate District. Senator Kaplan represents Captain Christopher Moskos II in the 7th Senate District. The ceremony took place at the Hicksville Fire Department at 20 E Marie St in Hicksville
ers, superintendent, and engineers will be present. In addition, representatives from the Nassau County Health Department will also be available to answer any health or risk-related questions. Residents wishing to participate in one or both of the virtual meetings are required to pre-register. Residents can register to attend the meeting by going to www.hicksvillewater.org/news/virtual-community-meeting/.
Live streaming events at the Syosset Public Library Town plans Fall Drive-in Concert Series
Tuesday, November 10 at 3 p.m.
Afternoons with the Author: Meryl Ain Join Meryl Ain as she discusses the inspiration behind the writing of her 2020 debut novel “The Takeaway Men,” a historical fiction novel exploring the themes of identity, immigration, family dynamics, and secrets, as a young family adjusts to life in America in the years following the Holocaust.
Free. No registration required. Join us via Zoom from the link on the Live Streaming Events Calendar - www.syossetlibrary.org/live-streaming
Tuesday, November 17 at 3 p.m.
Virtual Book Discussion
“Dear Edward” by Ann Napolitano Led by Donna Burger, Readers' Services Librarian
“Dear Edward” is at once a transcendent coming-of-age story, a multidimensional portrait of an unforgettable cast of characters, and a breathtaking illustration of all the ways a broken heart learns to love again (Provided by the publisher).
Free. No registration required. Join via Zoom from the link on the Live Streaming Events Calendar - www.syossetlibrary. org/live-streaming
Live streaming events are offered by the Readers’ Services Department of the Syosset Public Library in November 2020. 225 South Oyster Bay Road, Syosset. For more information please call 516-921-7161 x 239 or email: Readersservices@syossetlibrary.org
**Books will be available at the Circulation Desk one month before the program.
Fall is here, but the music and entertainment does not stop in America’s largest township. After a successful 2020 summer concert series that was unlike any other in history –a drive-in format at Town Park Point Lookout to safeguard the health and safety of residents and to provide fun entertainment during the COVID-19 pandemic, Supervisor Don Clavin and the Town Board have extended the fun into autumn.
Please note that the events are free, but pre-registration is mandatory for the Town of Hempstead’s fall concert series. Visit http://bit.ly/ TOHFallConcert to register for the free tickets.
“After enjoying a terrific summer of our new drive-in concert series, I’m thrilled to announce that the Town of Hempstead is extending the fun into the fall season,” Clavin said. “There is a variety of entertainment available for people of all ages, and I invite residents to register for these free events at Town Park Point Lookout.”
All shows are hosted at Town Park Point Lookout. October 3 marked the first concert of the fall series, a performance by Rubix Kube, an ’80s-themed band. The excitement continued on October 10 with Jimmy Kenny and the Pirate Beach Band, a tribute to famous acts such as Jimmy Buffet, Kenny Chesney and the Zac Brown Band.
Town of Hempstead Free Fall Drive-In Concert Remaining Schedule SPECIAL
HALLOWEEN-THEMED NIGHT!
October 24 at 6:30 p.m.
Sing and dance with your kids along to Halloween songs such as the Monster Mash and I Love Candy with Darlene Graham and the Shades of Green Band! Then Stay for a special showing of the Halloween movie “Hocus Pocus.”
K’S MOTOWN REVUE
October 30 at 7 p.m.
Join K’s Motown Revue for the Ultimate Motown Revue Show, a scripted musical show with costumes, Motown history and the best musicians who love the Motown era.
“We encourage residents to check out some of the great music this fall at Town Park Point Lookout,” said Senior Councilwoman Dorothy Goosby. Added Councilman Blakeman, “The summer concert series was a success, and we’re proud to continue our drivein entertainment for the month of October.”
“We are happy to continue offering residents free and safe entertainment options during the pandemic,” said Councilman Anthony D’Esposito. Added Councilman Dunne, “We’re proud to bring more drive-in concerts for the fall season to Town Park Point Lookout.”
“By extending our drive-in concert series, we’re continuing our efforts to provide residents with a safe environment to enjoy entertainment,” said Councilman Muscarella. Added Councilman Carini, “The fall weather is here, and this is a great time to enjoy some exciting bands and a family Halloween-themed night!”
Attendees must remain in their vehicles, and follow all town safety guidelines. Instructions will be provided on how to tune your radio station to hear the concert audio inside your vehicle.
“After a great summer, we want to remind residents to be patient and understanding with town staff when arriving, parking and exiting town facilities, as workers are going above and beyond to help keep you and your neighbors safe,” concluded Supervisor Clavin. “Working together, we can enjoy yet another amazing drive-in concert series!”
Author Meryl Ain Photo by Diana Berrent Photography
Levittown Community Council to host program on dementia
On October 26 at 7:30 p.m., Levittown Community Council is hosting a virtual meeting related to Alzheimer’s and Dementia 101. Presented by Michelle Payne, executive director of the Alzheimer’s Disease Resource Center of Bay Shore, the program will cover topics related to normal forgetfulness; the difference between Alzheimer’s disease and dementia; options when safety and well-being are affected. The program will also familiarize attendees with
available resources.
Aging is a process that extends over a lifetime. It is not unusual for memory loss and other cognitive changes to accompany the journey.
These and other questions will be discussed in this informative program. Tune in via Zoom on October 26 at https://us02web.zoom.us/ j/89081801746?pwd=SnQ0cmt1blV3elpuYnJyZkwydzZuZz09 (map). Meeting ID is 890 8180 1746 and passcode is 882245.
Hicksville High School senior named National Hispanic Scholar
Congratulations to Alejandro Gonzalez, pictured here with Hicksville High School Principal Raymond Williams and guidance counselor Patricia Lozoya.
Hicksville High School senior Alejandro Gonzalez was recently named one of the College Board’s National Hispanic Recognition Program Scholars. As such, Alejandro has distinguished himself as one of the top academic test-takers on the PSAT/NMSQT exam. The College Board acknowledged his achievement with a certificate and congratulatory letter: “Colleges
know that students who have earned this recognition are some of the most talented across the country.” Principal Raymond Williams congratulated Alejandro saying, “You serve as an example that there is so much potential in every student.”
Alejandro is currently exploring colleges and how best to pursue his interests in math and actuarial science.
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Five high school students craft bracelets for pediatric patients
BY GARY SIMEONE
Five creative high school students from Levittown and Hicksville recently formed a nonprofit organization called Patterns for Patients. The small non-profit, that was initiated earlier this school year, sends care packages filled with handmade bracelets, toys, stickers and masks to local pediatric hospitals. The four students, Tarangini Arunachalam, Mahek Mody, Rhythm Osan and Vicky Zhang from Division Avenue High School and Jason Jiang from Hicksville High School have made it their mission to donate care packages to as many hospitals as possible. So far, the group has put together 125 individually wrapped bracelets and sent them to St. Luke’s Hospital in Boise, Idaho, Connecticut Children’s Medical Center and John Oishei Children’s Hospital in Buffalo, NY.
Tarangini Arunachalam, a senior at Division High School, said that during the quarantine period, she and her friends learned how to craft friendship bracelets to help each other pass the time.
“Soon enough, we had dozens of bracelets with no real purpose for them,” said Arunachalam. “We thought it would be nice to donate them to some pediatric hospitals and then it eventually evolved into Patterns for Patients.”
She said that the group’s ultimate goal is to spread their message as much as possible by donating as much as they possibly can.
“It is really nice to know we can do something to help even one child out there,” said Arunachalam. “Other people can support our mission by donating money or toys, as well as buying the bracelets we sell. We really appreciate any way that people can support our mission even by helping us get the word out.”
Rhythm Osan, a senior at Division, said her ultimate goal was to make children feel better and stay connected with others.
“Especially during this time, it is more important than ever for people to know that they are not alone and making homemade bracelets and donating them is definitely a rewarding experience because it’s crafted carefully and thoughtfully by each one of us,” said Osan.
Jiang, the lone student from Hicksville High School, said he was not an original member of the group but had heard of their passion for crafting the unique bracelets.
“They had spoken to me about it and were looking for ideas about the name of the charity as they wanted to do something with giving back to children’s hospitals,” said Jiang. “I ended up coming up with the name of Patterns for Patients, and would eventually join them in pursuing a mission of putting smiles on children’s faces in pediatric centers.”
He said that shining a little light on a child’s hospital stay was their biggest goal when they started the organization.
“Just to know that we made their stay a little better and that years from now they will still be wearing the bracelets we made for them when they were younger is an awesome thought. I can’t even put into words how happy it makes me and the other members to know that kids that we will never meet might just have their hospital stay made better because we were able to gift something that was handmade.”
High school students from Levittown and Hicksville show the braccelets they made for local pediatric hospitals.
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Plainview elementary school utilizes outdoor learning to help students
BY GARY SIMEONE
Since the beginning of the school year in September, the Stratford Road Elementary School in Plainview has been using outdoor learning spaces to teach its students. This unique approach to learning has helped students in a multitude of ways with their learning experience and emotional and social well-being.
“ When we were preparing to open up our school this year, we reached out to our teachers to see if they wanted to utilize outdoor learning to help break up the day, ” said Dr. Alison Clark, principal of Stratford Road.
“ I think it’s been great because it allows the kids to spread out more, enjoy the nice weather and break up
the monotony of their schedule. ”
The school, which holds grades K-4, offers a scenic courtyard area where the kids can take their books and spread out on the grass, on the benches, picnic tables, near a rock garden or nestled beneath the trees.
“ My office faces the courtyard and I love being able to look out there and see the kids engaged in their independent reading writing workshops or conducting science experiments, ” said Dr. Clark. “ I believe that outdoor learning makes it easier for teachers to meet more easily in small groups and is beneficial for the socialization of the children. ”
She said that during a normal school year, the children would only go outside for recreational purposes
or to engage in science experiments.
“ A variety of subjects are being covered outdoors, not just science or gym, ” said Dr. Clark. “ They are doing their reading, writing, science, snack time and their social learning outside, which is something that’s been really focused on districtwide this school year.
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She stressed that the while outdoors, the teachers were cognizant that the kids engaged in safe learning, which means keeping masks on at all times and maintaining a safe social distance from one another.
One of the teachers at the school, who is a strong advocate of the outdoor learning method, said she has been using outdoor learning spaces for science experiment SEL (Social
Emotional Learning), such as mindfulness and self-control, read aloud and snack time.
“ When they’re outside, they can eat their snacks while they do their independent reading, and I’m able to work with students a few at a time for strategy groups. I find that the children look forward to working outside. It gives them something to be excited about during these times when they have to get used to school being so different from the way it used to be. In the open space, they can get comfortable with a good book and take a break from sitting at their desks while being safe and socially distant from others. ”
Taxi company offers free rides to polls
All Island Transportation, a local taxi service, will be offering free transportation to and from the polls for senior citizens and physically challenged individuals during the early voting period of October 24 through November 1 between the hours of 10 a.m. through 3 p.m.
“As a family owned and operated business here in Nassau County we know first-hand the effects that COVID-19 has had on families and businesses throughout the county. If our offer of free transportation eases the burden for even one family it will be well worth it.” Said Marianne
Blessinger, president of All Island Transportation.
Voters may go to any early voting location in the county to cast their ballots. In the local area the following locations will be open:
• Hicksville- Levittown Hall201 Levittown Pkwy.
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Town of Hempstead partnering to provide free f lu shots
The Town of Hempstead is partnering with CVS and the Nassau University Medical Center to offer free flu shots to residents age 60 and over.
As COVID-19 remains a threat to public health, particularly among the elderly population, Supervisor Don Clavin is urging all senior citizens to get their seasonal flu vaccination to help protect themselves against respiratory illnesses and other potential health risks. Earlier in the month at the Levittown Senior Center, Supervisor Clavin announced the partnership to provide flu shots for residents ages 60 and over at no out-of-pocket cost.
“Flu season has proven to be particularly dangerous among the senior citizen population,” stated Supervisor Clavin. “The Town of Hempstead is grateful to NuHealth and CVS Pharmacy for collaborating with us to provide flu shots for our senior residents, and we encourage all neighbors ages 60 and over to take advantage of this program to help protect themselves in the midst of flu season and the COVID-19 pandemic.”
The Town of Hempstead’s flu shot program began on October 13. Preregistration is required, and seniors must make a reservation at least one week in advance. Vaccinations are limited and will be administered on a first-come, first-served basis. Seniors must provide their Medicare, Medicaid or personal health insurance card. All shots will be given between the hours of 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the following senior centers:
• Tuesday, October 27: Levittown Senior Center (555 North Newbridge Road, Levittown) – please call (516) 433-5454 to pre-register
• Wednesday, October 28: Uniondale-Hempstead Senior Center (840 Uniondale Avenue, Uniondale) – please call (516) 485-8100 to pre-register
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, people 65 years and older are a significantly higher risk of developing health complications from the flu. Indeed, senior citizens comprise between 70 and 85 percent of seasonal flu-related deaths.
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Joining Town of Hempstead Supervisor Don Clavin at the event announcing the flu shot program were Senior Councilwoman Dorothy Goosby, Councilman Bruce Blakeman, Councilman Anthony D’Esposito, Councilman Dennis Dunne, Sr., Councilman Thomas Muscarella, Councilman Chris Carini, Town Clerk Kate Murray, Receiver of Taxes Jeanine Driscoll and officials from CVS Pharmacy.
mitted to protecting our senior citizens, and we urge all of our elderly residents to get their flu shots as soon as possible,” said Senior Councilwoman Goosby. Added Councilman Blakeman, “Seniors are particularly vulnerable to the flu, and we are doing our part to keep them safe.”
“America’s largest township is making it quick and convenient for seniors to get their flu shots,” said Councilman D’Esposito. Added Councilman Dunne, “We thank our friends at NuHealth and CVS Pharmacy for helping our town
seniors.”
“The best way for seniors to protect themselves against influenza is to get a flu shot, and we encourage all seniors to take advantage of this great program,” said Councilman Muscarella. Added Councilman Carini, “I am proud to partner with Supervisor Clavin and my colleagues on the Hempstead Town Board to help keep seniors safe as we enter flu season.”
The town is also collaborating with Northwell Health to provide free testing; has assisted food pantries that include Island Harvest, Long Island Cares, The INN and
other community organizations; and regularly hosts online informational sessions with Town of Hempstead Medical Director Dr. Dave Neubert.
“Seniors who get their seasonal flu shots on one of these five dates will pay no out-of-pocket costs for their vaccinations, so we strongly recommend that all seniors take advantage of this great program,” concluded Supervisor Clavin. “We urge all seniors to continue wearing masks, wash and sanitize their hands regularly, and practice social distancing to help keep themselves and those around them safe and healthy.”
Town of Hempstead offers e-cycling programs
The Town of Hempstead will be offering two e-cycling programs for residents, on Saturday, October 25 and Saturday, November 1.
“We frequently upgrade our electronic devices to take advantage of new technology,” said Town Supervisor Donald Clavin. “As a result, people are always looking to get rid of their old products, and Hempstead Town’s E-Cycle event is the solution to dispose of those products in a responsible, eco-friendly way.”
Hempstead Town’s E-Cycle
Program is being held on Sunday, October 25 at Town Park at Malibu in Lido Beach from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Saturday, November 21 at Town Park Point Lookout from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Items to e-cycle include television, computers, computer components, monitors, tablets, e-readers, electronic keyboards, fax machines, scanners, printers, VCRs, DVRs, DVD players, digital converter boxes, cable or satellite receivers, electronic and video game consoles and portable digital music players. Cell phones are NOT accepted.
At both e-cycle programs, residents may bring their personal papers and confidential documents to be shredded. Shredding services are free and open to town residents only; no shredding from commercial or home businesses will be accepted. Materials to be shredded should be brought in paper bags or cardboard boxes.
Residents should place electronic waste and/or documents in their trunks and remain in their vehicles. A crew member will remove the items to ensure a safe, contactless process.
“Together, we can make a difference and save our planet,” concluded Supervisor Clavin. “We encourage all residents to take advantage of these e-cycling events in Hempstead Town.”
The town’s e-cyling program is open to Town of Hempstead residents only (no businesses, non-commerical vehicles only). For questions about e-cycling, please call (516) 378-4210.
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Water district plans Pharmaceutical Take Back Day
For the third year in a row, the Plainview Water District (PWD), in partnership with the Nassau County Police Department, is hosting its Pharmaceutical Take Back Day on October 24 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the District’s headquarters located at 10 Manetto Hill Road. This event allows Plainview-Old Bethpage community members to easily and safely dispose of their unwanted or
expired medications in a contactless drive-thru designed with all social distancing guidelines in mind.
“We are proud to once again be holding this important event and provide our residents with a safe, simple and convenient way to discard any expired or unused medications they have lying around their home,” said Marc Laykind, Chairman of the Plainview Water District. “All of
our water comes from our region’s sole-source aquifer. Consequently, when someone flushes medications down the toilet or throws them in the garbage, there is a likelihood that the medications’ contents could ultimately enter the District’s water supply. If there is an elevated presence of toxins from pharmaceuticals in the groundwater, the District will have no choice but to invest in expensive treatment systems so the impurities can be removed before they reach customers’ homes.”
“All of us have a responsibility to keep our water source clean for our families, friends and neighbors,” said PWD Commissioner Amanda Field. “Understanding that we are still in the midst of a pandemic, our set up this year goes above and beyond to ensure everyone’s safety. This event is too important to cancel so we hope everyone with a bag full of old prescriptions waiting to be thrown out comes by so they can be discarded responsibly.”
There is no need for any resident to leave their vehicle to dispose of their unwanted or unused medications. When residents arrive to 10 Manetto Hill Road, they are asked to approach the tent and discard of their medicines in the marked
container. From there, the collected medications will be taken by the Nassau County Police to a processing facility where they will be discarded in an environmentally-friendly manner.
“This event is rain or shine, so there is no excuse to let that bag in the back of your closet with all your old medications get any bigger,” said PWD Commissioner Andy Bader. “Whether you have one pill or an entire box, by participating in this event you are helping to keep our precious water supply safe. We hope everyone tells their friends and neighbors about this opportunity because it is definitely a more the merrier type of event, given its natural, socially-distant design.”
For additional information about the Plainview Water District’s Pharmaceutical Take Back Day or other District initiatives, please call (516) 931-6469 or visit the Plainview Water District website at www.plainviewwater.org. Residents can also sign up to receive information by submitting their email address through the District’s homepage or following them on Facebook in order to stay up-to-date with District activities and initiatives.
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Attacking Twin Crises of Climate Change & Coronavirus, Global Tourism Industry Looks to Government and Voters to Rebuild Sustainably, Responsibly
BY KAREN RUBIN
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The Center for Responsible Travel (CREST), which advocates for responsible, sustainable tourism, is now advocating for a coordinated response to the twin existential crises facing travel and tourism and a habitable planet – climate change and the coronavirus pandemic.
a“COVID-19 has highlighted the immense need and value of tourism, while fundamentally changing the way destinations, businesses, and travelers will plan, manage, and experience tourism. At the same time, climate change remains an existential threat that has real consequences for destinations and communities everywhere,” writes Gregory Miller, Ph.D., Executive Director of the Center for Responsible Travel (CREST).
“That said, tourism was frankly on a path of self-destruction for decades, valuing profits at the expense of people, planet, and purpose. COVID-19 has proven that simply stopping tourism is not enough to meet the challenges of the climate crisis. Crisis often breeds innovation, and destination communities and businesses must now take the time to reconsider the path forward. As we look to the future of tourism, the same rigor and dedication that is needed to adapt to the pandemic must also be applied to neutralize the threat of climate change.
“Post COVID, there will be a profound shift in the competitive landscape in the travel and tourism sector, with preparation and effective risk management, adaptation and resilience, and decarbonization being fundamental to future competitiveness and relevance,” Miller writes. “With the compounding threats of climate change and COVID-19, we must share knowledge
Thousands of cruise passengers descend on the ancient archaeological site of Petra, Jordan. In the climate-sensitive, responsible tourism environment of the post-COVID world, visits will be much more controlled and mega-cruising may be a thing of the past © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com
and case studies that provide genuine lessons learned, and we must take unified action to develop solutions for our planet and its people.”
Indeed, there is a “silver lining” from the pandemic that has virtually shut down an enterprise that globally accounted for $2.9 trillion in 2019 ($581 billion in the US) and employs one in 10 people around the world, including 9 million in the US (with another 7 million jobs indirectly supported by travel) before COVID-19 shut down hotels, restaurants, airlines, attractions, museums, historic and cultural sites: that they can only come
back from a virtual ground zero by integrating sustainability and responsibility into their fabric, system and structure as they revivify, rising like a phoenix, from ashes.
“Here at CREST, we believe that responsible travel can be a vital force for protecting our world’s precious natural and cultural resources, while helping local communities thrive.
“When developed responsibly, tourism has the power to bring sustainable employment and biodiversity conservation to areas that otherwise fall prey to economic instability, extractive industries, and illegal trade and traffic. As an organization, we are dedicated to advancing sustainable travel to preserve and protect beloved environments, cultures, and destinations both today and for future generations.”
CREST has produced a special edition of its annual report, The Case for Responsible Travel: Trends & Statistics 2020, which shares key studies on COVID-19 and climate change and what lessons may be applied from the pandemic to meet the challenges of the climate crisis.
“In addition to general consumer, business, and destination trends in the context of recovery, we explore the unprecedented opportunity to mitigate two existential threats with one coordinated approach, truly making the world a safer, more equitable and more resilient place for all.
“Crisis often breeds innovation, and destination communities and businesses must now take the time to reconsider the path forward,” Miller stated at a World Tourism Day webinar. “As we look to the future of tourism, the same rigor and dedication that is needed to adapt to the pandemic must also be applied to neutralize the threat of climate change.”
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Global Tourism Industry Looks to Government and Voters to Rebuild Sustainably, Responsibly
sustainable solutions to support our planet and its people and help the tourism industry on a road to responsible recovery and the importance of coordination among all the stakeholders.
It is important to educate consumers and travelers to change their habits and be more mindful, intentional. And, if travelers see and have a chance to engage in sustainable practices, they may take them home to own municipality and even their own home.
But these lifestyle changes will contribute just a small percentage of lowering greenhouse emissions. Overall, change has to come from the government/leadership/policy/regulatory level – more than values, whole sys-
tems and infrastructure have to change including energy grid, transportation, how buildings are designed, the codes they are constructed under, and how they are operated.
“The world is hoping to have a net-zero economy in 30 years, but you can count on one hand the number of countries that will have action plan, strategies at destination level,” said Dr Daniel Scott, Executive Director of the Interdisciplinary Centre on Climate Change at the University of Waterloo.
“As a geographer, tourism scholar, I want my teenage girls to see the world in same way I have. There are so many benefits to see how people live, to see cultures around the world. Tourism won’t solve climate change or COVID on its own, but travelers vote, they can
advocate. Vote, because that’s where the power to change the system lies. More people who put pressure on government leaders to make a massive investment in R&D, low emission longer haul aircraft, biofuels, is the key to solving the puzzle. For 10 to 20 years, we have advocated for investment on behalf of airlines, cities, but it hasn’t happened. Vote, and as you vote, put pressure on the types of investment you want to see, that are key,” Scott said. Miller agreed. “How important it is to recognize the future is cannot be carried on the back of individuals, but there has to be systemic change at all levels in order to see the kind of transition to more sustainable future. Voting is key. It is essential people vote. Vote for sustainable future and leaders who
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7 Important Questions a Financial Plan Can Help You Answer
BY CARRIE SCHWAB-POMERANTZ
Dear Readers: October is the month for fall colors, a chill in the air, Halloween -- and financial planning. Yes, October is National Financial Planning Month. And while that might not stir your senses in quite the same way, it really could make a significant difference in your ability to enjoy every season to the fullest. So even though you may believe that financial planning isn’t important for you, I ask you to hear me out.
A lot of people think they don’t have enough money to need a financial plan or that it costs too much. They’re putting the emphasis on “financial.” To me, the emphasis should be on “planning,” because having a financial plan simply means knowing where you want to go and figuring out how best to harness your resources to get there. And it’s not just about money. It’s about your aspirations, your priorities for you and your family, and how to protect yourself both now and in the future.
Real Questions for Real People
I can’t emphasize enough that a financial plan isn’t something esoteric or only for wealthy investors. It doesn’t have to be complicated or take a lot of time. And nowadays, it doesn’t have to be expensive. There are many ways of getting a financial plan -- from DIY to online to in person. At its essence, a financial plan answers real questions for real people, whatever their stage of life or how much money they have. So, to pique your interest and perhaps get you thinking differently, here are seven questions a financial plan can help you answer and why each one is important -- for everyone.
1. How Realistic Is It to Reach All of My Dreams and Goals?
You may have a general idea of what you want to accomplish -- buy a home, send your kids to college, take annual
vacations or retire early. But the only way to make any of that happen is to get specific. A financial plan starts with helping you zero in on what you own and what you owe, and clarifies how your income can cover essentials as well as savings and discretionary expenses. It will help you focus on your goals, put a dollar amount on each and create a realistic timeline for achieving them.
2. What Should I Do First?
Trying to save, invest and pay off debt all at once can be overwhelming. A basic plan helps you prioritize, whether you’re creating a savings strategy, trying to reduce debt or both. It can give you a blueprint for taking action; for example, getting a 401(k) match first, paying off nondeductible high-interest debt next and then contributing to your child’s education. These aren’t high finance issues; these are everyday issues.
3) How Should I Invest for Retirement as Well as Shorter-Term Goals Like a Down Payment or Kids’ Education?
How you invest has a lot to do with when you need the money. The longer the timeframe, the more risk you can afford to take, depending on your own feelings about risk. Generally speaking, money you’ll need within the next six to 18 months, like an emergency fund or a vacation, should be in cash. Money for intermediate goals that you may need in two to four years, like a home down payment, might be conservatively invested in bonds. Savings for more long-term goals more than five to seven years out, for instance retirement or college, could reasonably be invested in stocks. Once you’ve answered questions one and two, you’ll more easily be able to pinpoint how to invest for your various goals.
4. What’s the Best Way to Protect My Family and Myself?
A financial plan can also help you
focus on crucial issues like emergency preparation and insurance. Do you have enough cash to cover at least three to six months’ essential living expenses? When was the last time you reviewed your health insurance coverage? Do you need life or disability insurance, and how much? These are the deeper questions a plan can help you answer to protect your family from the unexpected.
5. When Will I Be Able to Retire, and How Much Will I Need?
As you prioritize your savings goals, retirement should be high on your list, because the earlier you start planning, the better. But planning for when you’ll be able to retire isn’t about saving blindly; it’s about projecting your needs with some degree of accuracy. So back to question one. Your current expenses provide a reasonable starting point to estimate a retirement budget. This will give you an idea of how much you need to save, when you can realistically retire and if you’re on track.
6. What If Something Should Happen to Me?
This is the key reason for estate planning -- another concept that many people feel doesn’t apply to them. But we all need to think about who will take care of our children, who will make financial and medical decisions if we can’t do it for ourselves, and how we want our assets and personal property distributed. Again, it’s not about how much but rather how we want these decisions to be made. A financial plan helps keep (SET ITAL) you (END ITAL) in charge so someone else doesn’t make decisions for you.
7. What Am I Overlooking?
There are a lot of pieces to our financial lives. And sometimes it’s hard to see them all, let alone how they fit together. A financial plan lays them out for you so you can see if something is missing. If
you can work with a financial planning professional, so much the better. A set of trained eyes can help you address any savings shortfalls, improve your budget and save on taxes.
Answers That Go Beyond Money The process of creating a financial plan can be just as important as the plan itself. It can help you think through and more confidently make life decisions; it can give you the assurance that your family is covered in the face of an uncertain world; and it can help couples be on the same page as they deal with present worries and future hopes. In other words, financial planning can be liberating -- not just for you personally but for your entire family.
Carrie Schwab-Pomerantz, Certified Financial Planner, is president of the Charles Schwab Foundation and author of “The Charles Schwab Guide to Finances After Fifty.” Read more at http://schwab.com/ book. You can email Carrie at askcarrie@ schwab.com. The information provided here is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for specific individualized tax, legal or investment planning advice. DIST BY CREATORS SYNDICATE, INC. (#1020-0SCY)
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BY CLAIRE LYNCH
Like many people I’ve been spending more time at home these past few months due to the pandemic and I’ve been able to spend more time playing with my cat named Bette Davis. She’s relished the extra attention being lavishing on her and I’ve gotten a kick out if it myself.
She’s played with some new toys and I’ve watched her chase after them, fetch and throw them in the air and actually catch them.
One of the things she’s missed, however, which I didn’t even realize was her cat condo. The 37-inch cat condo was well broken in and when my family and I rearranged some furniture a couple of years ago we tossed her old cat condo into the trash and never got around to replacing it.
I didn’t give it much thought but recently, watching her want to climb to new heights, I’ve realized that she’s missed it. When doing any home decorating my motto is “less is more” so frankly I didn’t miss it at all.
I’d put up with having a medium-sized cat condo in my living room corner because this cat needed it. Bette Davis liked climbing to the top tier and watching for any passersby or weather changes or curling up in the circular tier to sleep. She enjoyed it.
My prior cat, Kitty Carlisle, wasn’t much of a climber. We got Bette Davis, a black and white tuxedo cat, as a kitten and as she grew it became apparent that this cat was definitely a climber. She likes to hop from the living room floor to the back of my couch. It’s not my favorite place for her to be but it’s definitely a relaxing one for her. Bette, who’s five years old, also likes to jump onto the living room windowsill for the same reason. She gazes out upon the world and daydreams and thinks about whatever cats think about.
I’d never had any cats before getting Kitty Carlisle and Bette Davis so there’s been a steep learning curve for me. As a girl my family and I had a couple of dogs so I learned a lot about their likes and dislikes but I’ve discovered that felines are a whole different breed.
Dogs don’t get a daily urge to scratch their nails but cats do. While scratching their nails they usually stretch the length of their bodies. Cats need to run, jump and climb. Running, jumping and climbing are good because getting exercise helps keep their weight down.
I feel better keeping Bette Davis as an indoor cat because I don’t want her getting into any cat fights outside or dashing into the street but there are times when she’s very bored. I could see that with my own eyes.
To make a long story short, that’s how I got talked into getting another cat condo. It took some persuading because as mentioned I’d rather have a wide open living room than a cluttered one but my family members kept working on me. And the funny thing about relatives is they don’t give up when they are set on buying something.
Before becoming a cat owner I would have considered getting a cat condo frivolous indeed. It seems so unnecessary and whenever I walk into my living room, seeing the cat in the condo is a funny sight. The extra piece of furniture seems extraneous but the fact is that she likes looking out, likes feeling the sun warm on her body especially on fall days when the days are shorter so she grabs any opportunity to do some sunbathing. I’ve noticed that Bette likes luxuriating in
the sun and every so often she enjoys taking a cat nap curled up in one of the tiers of her cat condo.
I’ve often laughingly called the cat condo in my living room the “cat’s real estate,” especially when my sisters stop by and eye that contraption in the corner of my living room then comment on it but any cat lover knows how important it is for their cats to get some daily exercise and to have their own space. Some experts say that these climbers like being more at eye level with their owners. They prefer looking out at the world from six feet up rather than being on the
floor walking around and looking at their owners’ shoes.
I recently read an article posted on CNN online (9/8/20) written by Skylar Mitchell about the five different types of cat owners. It caught my attention because it does seem as if owners either want their cats indoors or let them go in and out of the house as they please. It turns out that researchers at the University of Exeter in England did some studies and presented their findings.
They identified five distinctive cat owner perspectives and they noted:
1) people who are concerned protectors focus on cat safety
2) those who are freedom defenders strongly prioritize cat independence and oppose restrictions on behavior
3) tolerant guardians believe outdoor access is important for cats but dislike their hunting
4) conscientious caretakers feel they bear some responsibility for managing their cats’ hunting and 5) laissez-faire “landlords” who were largely unaware of the issues surrounding roaming and hunting behaviors.
This whole description is a wordy way of saying that cat owners can vary greatly in terms of keeping their cats indoors vs. letting them wander outside. I am definitely in the first category because as mentioned before, my cat Bette Davis is kept indoors all the time and I keep my eye on her. I know several people who let their cats come and go but that outside wandering has risks. This cat of mine likes to rule the roost as they say and now that she’s got her new cat condo she’s the queen of the hill and the surveyor of the land.
BY TOM MARGENAU
Q: My purse was stolen, and now I worry that someone might be using my Social Security number. I called the Social Security office and was told to contact credit-reporting agencies and possibly the police. And they gave me some website to look up. It seems to me they should have done more. Can’t they just cancel my old number and give me a new one? Was I informed correctly?
A: Yes, you probably were given correct information. When a Social Security card is stolen, so many people just naturally assume it is a problem for the Social Security Administration to resolve. But when you think it through, it really isn’t.
And before I go on, let me give some advice. It’s too late for you. But it may help other readers. There is no need for you to be carrying your Social Security card in your wallet or purse. I haven’t carried my card around with me in more than 40 years. And I’ve never needed it. You generally might need to show your Social Security card to someone if you are applying for a job. Or maybe for some kind of government assistance. So, if you are doing that, then carry your card with you on that day. Otherwise, just keep it in a safe place at home.
The same used to be true for Medicare cards. I never put mine in my wallet, unless I was going to the doctor. But now that Medicare cards no longer have our Social Security numbers on them, that is not such a big issue.
Anyway, back to the story of what the Social Security Administration can do for you in cases of identity theft. As a general rule, the SSA gets involved in your life for three reasons. Their first job is to issue you a Social Security number. Their second job is to keep a lifetime record of all the earnings your employer reports under that SSN. Or, if you are self-employed, to keep track of the income you report on the Schedule SE (the Social Security part) of your annual tax return. The SSA’s third job is to pay you monthly retirement or disability benefits that are based on all those earnings that are posted to your Social Security account. Or if you die, they pay your widow(er) and/or children survivors benefits based on those same earnings.
I don’t want to sound too flip or dismissive about this, but if someone steals your Social Security card, it’s really not the SSA’s problem. To put that another way, there isn’t that much they can do about it.
About all they can do is help you monitor your Social Security earnings record. If you see earnings posted to that record that don’t belong to you, they can work with you to correct that record.
But I doubt if that is your major concern right now. You are probably much more worried about someone misusing your Social Security number and oth-
Identity Theft and Social Security
er personal information to create credit problems. The first step you can take to getting this resolved is to go to www.IdentityTheft.gov to report the theft and to start a recovery plan. (I am sure this was the website the Social Security people referred you to.) This website is a one-stop resource managed by the Federal Trade Commission, the nation’s consumer protection agency. Or you can call them at 1-877-IDTHEFT.
The identity thief also may use your SSN to get a job. That person’s employer would report earned income to the IRS using your Social Security number. This could get you in trouble with the IRS because it will make it appear that you didn’t report all of your income on your next tax return. If you think you may have tax issues because someone has stolen your identity, go to www.irs.gov/identity-theft-central.
Also, you should file an online complaint with the Internet Crime Complaint Center, or the IC3, at www.ic3.gov. The IC3 gives victims of cybercrime a convenient and easy-to-use reporting mechanism that alerts authorities of suspected criminal or civil violations. IC3 sends every complaint to one or more law enforcement or regulatory agencies with jurisdiction. According to their website, the IC3 reflects a partnership between the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the National White Collar Crime Center, and the Bureau of Justice Assistance.
Here’s another thought: You should also monitor your credit report periodically. You can get free credit reports online at www.annualcreditreport.com.
And I’m sure you’ve done this already, but if you haven’t, you should report your stolen purse to your local police department.
You wondered why the SSA didn’t just cancel your old number and give you a new one. That is something that can be done, but it really should be a worst-case scenario solution. In other words, if you have taken all the steps you can to resolve your problems with no luck, a new SSN can be issued to you.
But you should keep in mind that a new number probably won’t solve all your problems. This is because other governmental agencies (such as the IRS and state motor vehicle agencies) and private businesses (such as banks and credit-reporting companies) will have records under your old number. Along with other personal information, credit-reporting companies use the number to identify your credit record. So, using a new number won’t guarantee you a fresh start.
For some victims of identity theft, a new number actually creates problems. If the old credit information isn’t associated with your new number, the absence of any credit history under your new number may make it more difficult for you to get credit in the future.
And finally, here is some more advice
for all readers. Identity theft doesn’t just happen when someone grabs your purse or pickpockets your wallet. Nowadays, it happens more and more online, with scam artists posing as legitimate businesses. I get a dozen such emails every day, supposedly from my bank, my cable provider or one of my credit card companies. They are usually bringing an alleged problem to my attention that requires me to send them account numbers or my SSN to resolve. But there is always some little hint, usually involving awkward language or syntax, that the message is fake. Just today, I got a message, suppos-
edly from my email provider, telling me this: “The Classic version of Your Email is being replaced by a NEW version. It goes FAR in superiority. Click here before you lose your access.” I’m guessing that email, with such clumsy wording and misplaced capital letters, was written by some Ukrainian hacker using some bad Russian-to-English translation software!
If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has the answer. Contact him at thomas.margenau@comcast.net.
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CROSSWORD PUZZLE
What are the most demanded improvments in homes?
BY PHILIP A. RAICES
Last week’s column discussed an item that current purchasers are looking for and need. Office space has become an extremely important commodity. This has become a critical desire that has become a “must-have” mainly due to the Covid-19 pandemic and what it has created is the specific demand to satisfy those working at home as well as their children being home full time or part-time being schooled and learning via their computers.
Those approximately 400,000 families and/or individuals that have left New York City since March 2020, have specific ideas as to what they need and want in what they are looking for in a home. Due to the increased demand for that group, homes are selling at a much faster pace (if priced correctly) as long as they have what those purchasers need and want. The fact that Long Island and other areas outside of New York City are considered a suburban culture and they have come out of a cacophony of an urban environment, quiet and space has become tantamount to their new lifestyle. Although many schools are not as of yet open fulltime, but working on a shortened or part-time schedule, families are still searching for the most prestigious and highly ranked schools within their budgets, when choosing a community to live within and grow their roots.
In a recent “Kiplinger Report” there are 11 upgrades that buyers are willing to pay for that sellers need to be aware of especially when a home has not been updated in many years. During these unusual times, and with extremely scarce inventory and truly the most cost-effective financing in 50 years these upgrades can potentially provide a situation for earning back more dollars than the cost to do them. However, the cost of labor and not the materials is the most critical factor when determining the overall cost of those upgrades, so one must be prudent and cognizant when determining the bottom line. I have seen people spend an inordinate amount figuring they would
be staying in the home an additional 5-10 years and enjoy those new upgrades only to end up moving much sooner, due to health and/or finances and thereby not making any money on what was done let along recouping their total initial upfront investment. Sellers should know that most remodeling efforts only increase home values by 50% - 80% of the average project’s costs, according to Remodeling magazine’s 2020 Cost vs. Value report. For example, the average cost of a mid-range bathroom remodel is $21,377. You’d recoup about $13,680 (64%) of that amount during a resale Even though you might have the money right now to make those changes, one must contemplate and minimize the downside by looking at their job and/or business and have a good idea and calculate the possibility of being laid off or that their projected business revenue and profit will be consistent and not necessarily decrease down the line before considering moving forward with any major changes. However, not doing any repairs, improvements or upgrades could also cost you more time and money by having to wait for that one purchaser who would consider doing those things that you didn’t want to do. But you really need to look at the big picture to determine and weigh the costs of your decision. You don’t want to have buyers ricochet off your home to buy another one that is in tiptop move-in condition. Inaction may cause your home to linger on the market much longer, while still paying your mortgage, taxes, utilities, and especially the cost of heating this winter and whatever additional costs that you are responsible for and the potential reduction in the eventual sale price. This may not be in your best interest to be complacent in not doing what may need to be done. However, these are special and unique times, and due to our extremely low inventory and
the lowest interest rates that have helped create and contribute to an abnormal increase in demand. Anything is possible and there will be a calculated risk, but you just might get very lucky and have someone who absolutely needs and wants your home due to your improvements that will pay you a premium enabling you to recoup your outlay of dollars and or even earn you a potential profit! It’s also about location, location, and the school district that will help you determine and minimize your risk factor, because the better the school district the better the sale price. Eat-in kitchens and bathrooms are definitely the major items that will assist in selling your home in a heartbeat. As mentioned in last week’s column was a well-appointed laundry room is a big plus. Moreover, a nicely landscaped rear yard for barbecues and relaxing are also greatly appreciated and yearned for by potential buyers. From my many years of experience listening and understanding homeowners financial issues and specific “needs and wants” one must think outside the box to create a situation to be able to do those improvements by possibly asking your children or a close relative (I know that you may not be comfortable to consider doing or are too proud to ask, but remember it’s family, not strangers) and it never hurts to ask for some assistance and then, if possible to be able to pay them back once sold. Downsizing and reducing the outlay of money, that you may or may not have becomes extremely critical and much thought and planning must go into all your decisions. Be pragmatic and practical in deciding what course of action to take will greatly benefit you going forward. Lastly, after much thought and soul searching that if you have conscientiously decided to do nothing but basic cosmetic changes e.g. painting, de-cluttering and cleaning make certain to request a value
analysis from your Broker to price your home competitively and in some instances aggressively to grab the eyeballs and maximum viewings of those who are willing to do a basic to a total gut renovation! For additional items that purchasers are looking for check out this link to the Oct. 16 edition of The Kiplinger’s Report https://www. kiplinger.com/slideshow/real-estate/ t010-s001-home-features-that-buyerswant/index.html
Philip A. Raices is the owner/Broker of Turn Key Real Estate at 3 Grace Ave Suite 180 in Great Neck. He has 38 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.). 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) or go to http://WWW. Li-RealEstate.Com and you can “do it yourself (DYI) and search on your own. 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 tumultuous Covid-19 pandemic 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 name cell, email and/or full home or business address . For a “FREE” 15 minute consultation, he can also be reached by Cell @ (516) 647-4289 or by email: Phil@TurnKeyRealEstate. Com or to answer any of your questions and concerns in selling, investing, purchasing, leasing residential or commercial properties.
BY CHARLYN FARGO
Q: Are smoothies nutritious?
A: They can be, but they can also be fairly high in calories (250-350 calories per serving). Smoothies are a great meal replacement, but if you’re trying to lose weight, you have to consider the calories. Smoothies do serve as an opportunity for easy meal preparation and a way to add fruits and vegetables to your diet. Because
the textures of fruits, vegetables, seeds and protein sources become uniform when incorporated into a smoothie, many people are willing to be more adventurous in what they add to a smoothie. To up the nutrition in a smoothie, try adding flaxseed, hemp seeds, spinach, precooked frozen lentils, cottage cheese or tofu along with your favorite fruit, protein powder and powdered peanut butter.
Q: What’s the difference between a sweet potato and a yam?
A: Sweet potatoes have a thin, smooth skin with flesh that is orange, reddish-orange or sometimes yellow. Yams are typically imported from the tropics and have coarse, brown skin and dry white or purplish flesh. Both are more popular than ever because of their nutrition and versatility in recipes. The root vegetable is low
in calories and high in fiber, vitamin A, vitamin C and potassium. You can serve them mashed, baked, as a french fry or in a pie. Try them oven-roasted with olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper or roasted with an apple, brown butter and fresh chopped sage.
Charlyn Fargo is a registered dietitian with SIU Med School in Springfield, Illinois.
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NOVENAS/PRAYERS
PRAYER TO THE HOLY SPIRIT Holy Spirit thou who made me see everything and showed me the way to reach my ideals. Thou who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget the wrong that is done to me, and thou who art in all instances of my life with me. I thank thee for everything and confirm once more that I never want to be separated from you no matter how great material desire may be, I want to be with thee and my loved ones in Your perpetual glory. Thank You for your love towards me and my loved ones. Pray this prayer for 3 consecutive days. After 3rd day your wish will be granted no matter how difficult it may be. Promise to publish this dialogue as soon as your favor has been granted. (L.B.)
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INVITED ESTATE SALES BY TRACY JORDAN is doing VIRTUAL TAG SALES and ONLINE AUCTIONS now! Sell the contents of an entire house or sell just a few things! You can host your own sale on invitedsales.com and Facebook and Instagram or we can do it for you. We can photograph, advertise and handle the winning pickups for you within a week! Don’t worry about your closing date, we can get your house ready on time! We are a one stop service for all your needs when you are moving or selling a property! Selling, donating, discarding and cleaning out services can be done to meet your time frame with minimal stress. Contact info@invitedsales.com for more information or call 516279-6378 to schedule a consultation or receive more information. Visit us at www.invitedsales. com for a listing of our upcoming Virtual Tag Sales and Weekly Auctions! AUCTIONS
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PET SERVICES
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Dependable pet sitter will walk and feed your precious pet while you work or travel. Also available to board small dogs. Many excellent references. Call 516-971-3242
AUTOMOTIVE
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OUT OF TOWN REAL ESTATE
GLENS FALLS, NY
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CONDO FOR SALE
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo
40 Quads Way5 minutes from the Mountain New floors/appliances
$169,500
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REAL ESTATE WANTED
GARAGE SPACE WANTED
GARAGE NEEDED NEAR TRAIN STATION
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646-246-2380
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We offer a choice of 25 minute on-line “homework help” lessons or 45 minute on-line “chapter review” lessons, as well as 50 minute in person sessions (masks).
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CLEANING SERVICE AVAILABLE for Apartments, Houses and Offices. Over 15 years experience. Great references. English speaking. Own transportation. I’ll make everything sparkle.... Call Elsa 516-288-6974
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Upcoming Virtual Events at the Jericho Public Library
For all events, go to www.jerichopubliclibrary.org /events/month to register
Monday, October 26
2:00 p.m.: The Art of Perfume Advertising - Pleasures, Taboos, Magic: A Lecture w/Jessica Murphy- Faced with the challenge of promoting perfume through images, advertisers have often turned to art history for inspiration. In this illustrated lecture, we’ll look at ads that have used famous (and not so famous) works of art to sell fragrance over the past century.
4:00 p.m.: Flex & Tone with Mindy Vasta- Put on some comfortable clothing and join Mindy for this exercise
class while in the comfort and safety of your home.
7:00 p.m.: Fit & Fabulous with Linda Ray- Join Linda for this evening exercise class designed to get you Fit & look Fabulous!
Tuesday, October 27
10:30 a.m.: Storytime with Ms. Liz (Ages 2-5)
11:00 a.m.: Guided Meditation for Self Healing with Patricia AndersonJoin Pat for one or all of the meditation sessions to bring harmony and balance into your life.
Wednesday, October 28
10:30 a.m.: Songs for Baby’s DayJoin us for this fun musical program
and sing along with Miss Dara.
1:00 p.m.: Watercolor Demonstration with Chuck Van Horn- Join Chuck Van Horn for these watercolor demonstrations and learn watercolor techniques, tips and tricks. Bring your questions. There will be time for questions and critiques.
7:00 p.m.: Book Discussion Grades 3 & 4- We will discuss “I Survived the Shark Attacks of 1916” by Lauren Tarshis.
Thursday, October 29
10:00 a.m.: Chair Yoga with Jolie Bosnjak- This practice is for all levels... including those nursing an injury or coping with a chronic problem. The
See what's happening at your library!
From classes to lectures and concerts to movie screenings, there's never a dull day at your local library! Check this paper each week for fun and informative all-ages activities, all for free or cheap!
results will surprise you!
2:00 p.m.: Horror Stories for Halloween: A Reading by Author Robert Ottone- Turn off your lights, get comfortable, and join local author Robert Ottone when he reads stories from his new collection, “Her Infernal Name & Other Nightmares.” Thrills, chills, frights and even some laughs await you in this spooky afternoon of storytelling.
5:30 p.m.: Yoga with Joe- Join Joe for this yoga class geared for all levels and reduce the stress in your life while keeping fit! Joe Cilmi is a certified Iyengar Hatha Yoga Instructor.
7:00 p.m.: Story & Crafts with Ms. Kim (Ages 3-Kindergarten)
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