Syosset Advance (4/6/18)

GIRL SCOUT VOLUNTEERS

Jericho Syosset Girl Scouts congratulates these volunteers on their recent recognition by Girl Scouts of Nassau County for their outstanding commitment to Girl Scouting. Pictured are: Josephine Lau, Heidi Hu, Kathy Sacoulas, GSNC CEO Randell Bynum, Vicki Auer, Lisa Gutfliesh, Denise Ceron, and Maureen Ahearn. Not pictured but also honored: Michelle Granoff and Stephanie Klein.

Town plans free family fun Spring Festival on April 28

The Town of Oyster Bay will be holding a Spring Festival on Saturday, April 28th from 1 to 4PM at Syosset-Woodbury Community Park, located on Jericho Turnpike in Woodbury. The Spring Festival will be held rain or shine.

“This free event is a great opportunity for residents to enjoy our park and celebrate the arrival of spring with a full afternoon of activities, games, and attractions that are sure to

entertain children and adults alike,” said Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino.

The Spring Festival will feature inflatables, games, refreshments, a petting zoo, multiple photo opportunities, and so much more! Additionally, food truck vendors will be on hand for the event, offering specialty foods available for purchase from some big names, like Fasullo Foods and TJ’s

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Syosset Woodbur y Chamber unveils business director y map

BY RIKKI N. MASSAND

The Syosset Woodbury Chamber of Commerce accepted an $1,800 check from Mark Snider of MapToons at its Wednesday, March 28 meeting, a sum representing the contributions of 36 participating chamber member businesses and an additional 75 businesses on this year’s map who indicated that they plan on joining the chamber soon. The 2018 local edition of “MapToons: Syosset and Woodbury” was mailed to participating area businesses and the general community.

The Chamber of Commerce’s March meeting was postponed by 13 days due to snowfall mid-month, but Chamber President Charo Ezdrin welcomed a crowd of about 50 businesspeople to the meeting.

Chamber meetings have attracted a mix of business representatives, from insurance sales and bank management to education venues, restaurants, deli and bagel shops, and advertising professionals. The mix of Chamber members rivals the diversity of the greater New York City area and not just those merchants from Syosset/Woodbury. For example attendees last Wednesday evening included IT consultant Filippo Impennato from Total Technology Solutions, who lives in Garden City and works in Melville. ‘TTS’ has clients including municipalities across Long Island and all over the country, but Impennato says membership in the Syosset Woodbury Chamber now is a key to their growth strategy and attracting B2B clientele.

Other attendees ranged from the speaker series participant for the March Chamber meeting, Laura J. May of U-Group Advertising in Plainview; February’s guest speaker, Huntington resident, nutritionist and Reiki master Tammi Racaniello of “It’s Time To Get Fit” and Glenn Pollack, owner of PGS Printing and Graphic Services, which has facilities on Stewart Avenue in Garden City as well as in Lynbrook.

Chamber president Ezdrin reminded members to remain proactive and announce their goings-on to the community and each other. “If you are new we will hold a grand opening and ribbon-cutting and if you have been in business for a while, we will celebrate an anniversary. Or you can host a meeting at your venue or office. Let’s do something for you and your business. That is what we as a Chamber of Commerce are here for -- to put you on the map!” she announced.

With that declaration, the 2018 Syosset Woodbury Chamber guide, featuring a colorful, green and tree-lined layout of the area with the logos and landmarks of many local companies, was unveiled. MapToons was founded in 2003 brothers Mark and Doug Snider, and Mark presented to the Syosset Woodbury Chamber at last week’s gathering. He said the 16th year was just as sweet as the first go-round as he’s gotten to know the many local business owners in Syosset and Woodbury.

Mark Snider thanked the immediate

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Second half taxes due

Oyster Bay Town residents are reminded that the second half of the 2017-2018 School Tax Levy is due on April 1st, but can be paid without penalty through May 10th. Please be certain to sign your check, payable to James J. Stefanich, Receiver of Taxes. Indicate your property’s S.D. Code, Section, Block, Lot and telephone number on the check.

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

Residents can pay in person, by either cash or check, at the Tax Office, Oyster Bay Town Hall West, 74 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, or by check only at our office in Town Hall South (rear entrance), 977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa. When paying the tax bill in person, taxpayers are reminded to bring the entire tax bill with their payments.

In addition, the Hicksville Annex, at the TOB Parking Facility, 55 Duffy

Avenue, Hicksville, will be open to accept payments by check only, from 9:00AM to 4:45PM on May 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, and 10.

Residents who prefer to mail in their payments, should send them to the Office of the Receiver of Taxes, 74 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, N.Y. 117711539. Payments being made by mail should include the second half stub. Residents should NOT write on, fold, staple or otherwise deface the tax stub as it can cause the computer system to reject the payment.

Residents now have free access to tax bills online with the ability to pay taxes through ACH check payment or credit card. These services are available through a link on our Town website, www.oysterbaytown.com. Residents should be aware there is a service fee if they chose to pay taxes online (Town of Oyster Bay receives no portion of fee).

“When calling the Tax Office for information on property taxes, residents are requested to have the school district, section, block and lot numbers of the property in question available. This information is listed on the tax bill and on the property deed.”

Free community lecture:

“Shedding

a Light on Menopause”

NYU Winthrop Hospital’s “Inspiring Women” educational series will offer a free seminar, “Shedding a Light on Menopause,” on Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at 7PM. It will be held at the NYU Winthrop Hospital Research & Academic Center, 101 Mineola Boulevard, at the corner of Second Street in Mineola.

Karyn Wat, MD, attending physician from the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at NYU Winthrop, will define menopause and review common symptoms and changes women experience. Dr. Wat will also discuss the risks and benefits of hormone replacement therapy and alternative therapies for

menopausal symptoms. The seminar will include a question and answer session.

Admission is free and open to the community, but pre-registration is required. To register for the program, please call (516) 663-8300 or e-mail inspiringwomen@nyuwinthrop.org.

For parking information or in case of inclement weather, please call (516) 6639761.

For information about Inspiring Women events or other programs at the Hospital, please call 1-866-WINTHROP or visit www.nyuwinthrop.org

Town honors local women for National Women’s Histor y Month

Pictured above: Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino (front row left), Councilman Joseph D. Muscarella (back row left), Councilman Anthony D. Macagnone (back row second from left), Councilwoman Rebecca M. Alesia (front row second from left), Councilwoman Michele M. Johnson (front row third from left), Councilman Louis B. Imbroto (back row center), Councilman Thomas P. Hand (right), Town Clerk James Altadonna Jr. (back row right), and Receiver of Taxes James J. Stefanich (back row second from right).

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino (front row left) recently joined with his colleagues on the Town Board in recognizing National Women’s History Month honorees. In 1987, the US Congress designated March as National Women’s History Month, an important event which celebrates women of character, courage, commitment, and achievement.

The Town of Oyster Bay honored several local women who have become leaders in their fields and excelled to incredible heights, becoming true role models in our community. Supervisor Saladino and Town Board members proudly presented these honorees with citations for their exemplary actions and community contributions.

The honorees included:

• Angela Ferrara of North

Massapequa (front row, far right), who is a decorated Suffolk County police officer and a captain with the North Massapequa Fire Department

• Carol Gordon of Massapequa (front row, third from right), vice president of the Breezy Point Civic Association, a highly regarded civic activist

• Angela Duncan of Plainview (front row, fourth from left), a U.S. Army veteran who served with the 101st Airborne,

• Francesca Carlow of Plainview (front row, second from right), President of the Nassau Council Chambers of Commerce

• Indu Jaiswal (front row, fourth from right), Chairwoman and Founder of the Hicksville-based Indian American Forum Founder.

NCPD reopens 2nd Precinct satellite

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino (front row, second from left) recently joined with Nassau County Legislator Rose Marie Walker (front row, right), Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (front row, second from right), Hicksville Chamber of Commerce President Lionel Chitty (back row, left), North West Civic Association of Hicksville Member Joel Berse (back row, second from right), Broadway Mall General Manager Kenneth Hamilton (front row, center), 2nd Precinct Deputy Commanding Officer Deputy Inspector Mark J. Vitelli (front row, left), and Police Officer Pop Unit Mark McCartin (back row, right) at the grand reopening of Nassau County Police Department 2nd Precinct Satellite in the Broadway Mall.

11 f rom Syosset honored in NYS PTA Ref lections contest

The Syosset Central School District had a very impressive showing at this year’s New York State PTA Reflections contest. Four students earned an Award of Excellence and seven students earned an Award of Merit for their submissions under the theme “Within Reach.”

The Award of Excellence recipients earned the top spot in their category and will advance to the national level competition. The Award of Merit recipients are the runners-up in each category and their work will be showcased in Albany. All Nassau region winners will be honored at a ceremony this spring.

The district congratulates the following students on their achievement:

Award of Excellence:

Darius Fan, South Woods Middle School, Music

Maxwell Greene, H.B. Thompson

Cerebral Palsy Assn. holds 14th Annual Polar Bear Plunge

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino (fourth from left) and Town Councilman Thomas P. Hand (second from right) recently joined with fellow participants for the Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County Inc. (CP Nassau) 14th Annual Polar Bear Plunge held at Town of Oyster Bay’s Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park, Beach and Marina in Oyster Bay. This important event helps hundreds of children and adults with disabilities that participate in programs and receive services through CP Nassau. Supervisor Saladino presented a citation to Lorraine Heaney (fourth from right) on behalf of CP Nassau, for the organization’s efforts and ongoing commitment in helping to better the community. To learn more about CP Nassau, visit http://www.cpnassau.org/

Middle School, Music

Griffin Hon, H.B. Thompson Middle School, Film Production

Lawrence Hon, A. P. Willits

Elementary School, Film Production

Award of Merit:

Eesha Alladin, Syosset High School, Photography

Noah Berch, Robbins Lane Elementary School, Literature

Rishi Ghosh, Baylis Elementary School, Film Production

Sabrina Guo, South Woods Middle School, Literature

Pin Yi (David), Syosset High School, Visual Arts

Maggie Yu, H.B. Thompson Middle School, Music

Zoe Rubinsky, Berry Hill Elementary School, Literature

Laser Reader at Berr y Hill

Berry Hill’s PTA hosted Prismatic Magic’s Laser Reader light show during their annual PARP week. PARP (Pick a Reading Partner) is a national PTA program which is designed to promote a love of reading in children.

Prismatic Magic was founded by laser scientists and teachers who pooled their talents to develop a revolutionary learning environment by combining science, technology, art and music.  Laser Reader is a captivating program that

uses laser illustrations to show how to read using our mind’s eye to imagine places, characters and ideas.

This year’s PARP theme of "Read Across America" was incorporated into the show with USA-themed laser light imagery.  The PTA also gifted all students with red, white, and blue light up bracelets to wear during the show.   Students of all ages considered Laser Reader to be their favorite assembly to date.

A group of fourth-grade girls were all smiles.

Prismatic Magic received a warm welcome at Berry Hill.

Fourth-grade boys enjoyed the show as well.

Everyone was excited for the start of the show.

Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia takes both heart and science – knowing what expert approaches to take, and providing such care with compassion. This is what we do every day at The Bristal at Lake Success. Our community is dedicated 100% to state-of-the-art memory care, built upon a solid foundation of success caring for seniors at our family of assisted living communities across the tri-state area. We’ve also developed an alliance with Northwell Health’s Feinstein Institute, initiating opportunities for advancements in dementia care. Altogether, this means peace of mind for you, proven memory care for your loved one, and the freedom to share and embrace every moment. Come visit a truly extraordinary community where memory care is everything: The Bristal at Lake Success. We’ve mastered memory care so that you can cherish each moment

THE POLICE BLOTTER

#1BURGER #1LOBSTER ROLL IN NASSAU COUNTY

Incidents that have occurred recently in the local area include:

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On March 15 at 12:27AM, a 24-yearold woman from Hicksville was arrested and was charged with Unlawful Possession of Marijuana on Brush Hollow Road in Westbury.

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At the corner of Merrick Avenue and Taylor Avenue in Westbury, a 37-yearold man from Freeport was arrested and was charged with Unlawful Possession of Marijuana at 12:40AM on March 15.

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In two separate incidents, a 27-yearold man from Glen Cove and a 30-yearold man from Westbury were arrested and were charged with Unlawful Possession of Marijuana at 11:12PM on March 15. They were both arrested at the corner of Oliver Avenue and Hilton Street in Westbury.

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On Uniondale Avenue at Myron Street in Uniondale, a 21-year-old woman from Hempstead was arrested and was charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana at 12:40AM on March 16.

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A 53-year-old man from Freeport was arrested at 4:50PM on March 16 and charged with Shoplifting from Walmart in Westbury.

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While driving on the Long Island Expressway at Exit 39 in Old Westbury, a 32-year-old man from Setauket was arrested and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated on March 16 at 10:53PM

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At 3PM on March 18, a 57-year-old woman from Melville was arrested and charged with Shoplifting from Sephora in East Garden City.

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A 21-year-old man from Mastic was arrested and charged with Shoplifting from Walmart in Westbury at 4:25PM on March 18.

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On March 16 at 10:50PM, a 25-yearold man from Westbury was arrested at a parking lot on Corporate Drive in that town and was charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana.

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At the Pines Motor Lodge, located on Taylor Avenue in Westbury, a 23-yearold man from Westbury was arrested and was charged with Criminal

Possession of Marijuana at 10:55PM on March 16.

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At 12:10AM on March 18, a 38-yearold woman from Port Washington was arrested and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated on Old Northern Boulevard in Flower Hill.

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On March 18 at 12:25AM, a 43-yearold man from East Massapequa was arrested and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated on Merrick Avenue in Westbury.

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On Community Drive in Manhasset, a 48-year-old man from Lancaster was arrested and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated on March 19 at 1:30AM

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A New York State inspection sticker was stolen from a vehicle on Union Avenue in Westbury at 11AM on March 19.

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On Summer Avenue in Thomaston, a victim has reported that unknown subjects punctured the front passenger tires of three vehicles parked at 2PM on March 19.

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A 22-year-old man from Westbury was arrested at 1PM on March 20 and charged with Shoplifting from Target in Westbury.

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Assorted merchandise was stolen from Zara in East Garden City at 9:20PM on March 20.

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At the corner of Manor Parkway and Braxton Street in Uniondale, a 33-yearold man from Roslyn Heights was arrested on March 20 at 11:25PM He was charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana.

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Three 19-year-old male subjects, all residents of Uniondale, were arrested at 4PM on March 21 on Jerusalem Avenue in that town. They were all charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana.

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At Bloomingdale’s in East Garden City, a 42-year-old woman from New York was arrested and charged with Shoplifting at 4:45PM on March 21.

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A 33-year-old man from Flushing was arrested at 11:47AM on March 23 and charged with Shoplifting from Marshalls in Westbury.

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JUSTICE

Climate Justice Month

Visit uucsr.org for a calendar of special events

Films, Workshop/Lecture, Worship and more!

Equal Pay Day with AAUW: Stay Informed!

Tuesday April 10, 2018, 2:00 PM

Presentation by Sarah Spencer and Maria Ellis

An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power

Tuesday, April 10, 2018, 7:00 PM

Free film about former VP Al Gore's efforts followed by discussion

After The Post: A conversation about risk and funding

Thursday, April 12, 2018, 7:30 PM

The Role of UUCSR in the Publication of the Pentagon Papers

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Ten other UU locations on Long Island

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Congregation at Shelter Rock Human. Kind.

ARTS

Jazz at Shelter Rock: The Dan Pratt Nonet

Sunday April 8, 2018, 1:30 PM

Performing original songs and arrangements. $10 Tickets at the door.

Soulful Sundown with Live Band

Friday April 13, 2018, Supper, 6:30 PM; Service 7:30 PM

Free Coffee House afterward with Robinson Treacher

A Bit Too Much About Me Order tickets at namiqn.org

Saturday, April 14, 2018, 7:30 PM, $25/$35 Tickets

Zak Sandler and full live cast will benefit NAMI Friendship Network

Music Sunday with Choir and Orchestra

Sunday April 22, 2018, 11:00 AM

Missa Luba (Congolese), Father Guido Haazen; In Principio, Arvo Pärt

Worship Services

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Second Friday evening of each month at 7: 30 PM

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Jericho Cantiague Elementary School Faculty & Staf f Appreciation Luncheon

The Cantiague Elementary gymnasium was transformed into a Beatles inspired party to celebrate the wonderful faculty and staff.

The Jericho Cantiague Elementary School PTA treated all of the teachers, administrators, and staff to a Beatles inspired luncheon on March 28.

The genesis for the Beatles theme was inspired by this year’s school mantra #Imagine: where anything you can imagine can happen at Cantiague.  The school gymnasium was transformed by PTA volunteers into “Beatlemania” with creative photo booths & wall art made by resident artist, PTA Vice President Carolyn Mastroddi-Ragozino.  British inspired food such as fish &

chips, London fog iced-tea latte and deserts were enjoyed by all.  Table-tops were decorated with Beatles song hints the staff had to guess in order to win raffle prizes collected this year through PTA fundraising efforts.

The PTA is also grateful to celebrate along with Jericho administrators, principals and Jericho Board of Education board members.  This annual luncheon was supported by generous family donations to thank all of the Cantiague faculty & staff for their hard work and dedication to the children.

Jericho Administrators Victor Manuel, Denise Nash, Superintendent Hank Grishman, Seaman Elementary Principal Ivy Sherman, and Cantiague Principal Gina Faust having fun at the Abbey Road photo booth.

PTA executive board members join Principal Gina Faust to celebrate at the Staff Appreciation Luncheon.

Thank you to the Jericho Board of Education members, Mrs. Jill Citron, Dr. Pamela Wasserman-Heath, and President Lisa Davis of the Jericho PTA Council for attending the luncheon.

Teachers Mrs. Korrow, Mr. Winnick, and Mrs. Rosen loved the Yellow Submarine Photo Booth!

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For band teacher Ms. Ettinger (right) and orchestra teacher Ms. Lillienstein (left) the Beatles music theme was right up their alley

Choral music teacher Ms. Hussey walking across “Abbey Road” – background mural painted by PTA Vice President Carolyn Mastroddi-Ragozino

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two ladies, Laura and Kelly, who bring order to the school office every day!

Teachers Ms. Levine, Ms. Grossman, Mrs. Yablon, and Mrs. Rosen having fun at the photo booth.

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7:00 Open Tap Class offered only on certain Wednesdays. Please check with receptionist

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For The Past Two Years Our Musical Theatre Department Has Won “The Best Performing Arts Studio” Award For Broadway Bound. During Our Regular Season September Through June We Offer Two Classes On Fridays Consisting Of Singing, Acting And Dancing.

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"Magnif icent Musicians and Melodies"

On Saturday, May 5th, at 7:30PM, Temple Or Elohim of Jericho will hold a truly magnificent concert featuring their wonderful Cantor, David Katz, along with soloist Deana Verone and…. the 32 piece Concert Pops of Long Island.

Music will include well-known selections from Broadway, including works by Irving Berlin, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Leonard Bernstein, and

Lloyd Weber. Tickets are $36/person which includes a sumptuous dessert reception. Although tickets will be available at the door, seating is limited. Last year, the annual concert was a sell-out production. Don’t miss this great evening.

Purchase tickets by sending a check for $36/ ticket, made payable to Temple Or Elohim. If you have any questions, please call the Temple office at: #516-433-9888 ext. 14.

Deana Verone

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72 Hours in Philadelphia: Ben Franklin, America’s Revolutionary ‘Elder Statesman,’ Would Have Been Quite at

The “Ghost House” frames where Ben Franklin’s house would have stood, in what is now Franklin Court © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com

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BY KAREN

RUBIN

My third day of my deep-dive into Revolutionary War America in Philadelphia is devoted to exploring key figures and sites I never visited before: Benjamin Franklin Museum, the Betsy Ross House and the National Constitution Center.

Once again, the best way to connect is to walk because you are quite literally walking “in the footsteps” of these iconic individuals, and in so doing weave together the places and events, create a context. It is exciting to happen upon a site – a historic marker, a building keystone – that you would never have thought to seek out.

I set out again from my hotel, the Sonesta Downtown Rittenhouse Square, walking down Market Street, through City Hall, to Chestnut Street.

I am off to visit the Benjamin Franklin Museum, which is relatively new (open four years) and very close to the very new Museum of the American Revolution (see 3/30). The trick here is that you need to walk up an alley (I missed it the first few times I went by). I enter from Chestnut Street, but you can also come through from Market Street, where there is a row of townhomes (“Franklin’s Neighborhood”) that includes the post office, Franklin’s print shop, and looks back at City Hall.

Ben Franklin is, of course, a native son of Philadelphia, and justifiably the most revered figure, and here we learn why that is so deserved, why the city still has his stamp.

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You enter a courtyard and come upon the “Ghost House” - the sculptural frame of Franklin’s home (the museum is actually in what would have been the basement) you can peek into the archeologically preserved remains of the foundation of his house. Franklin’s grandkids, unable to afford the “prohibitive” taxes, tore the house down in 1812 to sell to a real-estate developer (proof that there is nothing new under the sun). Eventually, a rooming house was built on the site. The National Park Service tore that down in the 1950s in order to restore the Franklin site, and after the Independence Bicentennial in 1976, it became a National Park, administered by the National Park Service.

The exhibit area is divided into five “rooms” with each room interestingly focusing on a particular trait of Franklin’s: ardent and dutiful, ambitious and rebellious, motivated to improve, curious and full of wonder, and strategic and persuasive. There are videos, touch screen interactives, mechanical interactives, and artifacts in each area. An additional area called the “Library” presents a video with excerpts from Franklin’s Autobiography.

The exhibit is well presented to give a total biography of this fascinating Renaissance, self-made man, who so epitomizes the American Dream.

I come to Franklin Museum hoping to learn more of this fascinating man,

and was richly rewarded. I did not realize his humble beginnings, or fully appreciate the range of his talents, accomplishments.

My essential question about Franklin – my theory that it was the Stamp Act (not the tea tax) which imposed taxes on newspapers that was the key to the colonists taking up arms to “free” themselves from the greatest superpower humankind had known – has a lot to do with Franklin. Franklin was not just a printer, but a newspaper publisher who provided seed money to newspapers throughout the colonies and became (what I consider) the first syndicated columnist, sending out editorials that would have been printed in those papers; Franklin even first incited his brother’s ire by writing provocative columns under a pseudonym when he was a teenager.

My theory (as yet unproved) is that newspaper editors were the ones who turned opinion against British rule, gave the colonists the notion that they could actually win their independence, and gave the colonists from Massachusetts to Virginia, who were then (as now) very different, a sense of unity as Americans. Had the British not imposed the Stamp Tax, the newspaper editors may not have been so gung ho for Revolution. If my theory could be addressed at the museum, it was not at all clear to me.

But what is clear is that Franklin lived in the Age of Enlightenment –ideas and innovations were spread

by trade and globalism – and people with the wit and wisdom like Franklin (despite having only two years of formal schooling) were encouraged to learn, innovate, invent not just technology (he did experiments with electricity and invented the lightening rod, bifocals, Franklin stove, urinary catheter and glass harmonica and charted and named the Gulf Stream) but civic society (volunteer fire department, the Philadelphia hospital, library, founded what became the University of Pennsylvania) and politics. There was greater willingness to challenge authority and notions of “divine right” –even question institutionalized religion - and class rather than be ruled by them. Colonists - who hailed from many countries in addition to Britain and would not have had loyalty to the Crown - had already lived in the New World for a century, and saw themselves not as British but as Americans. And Franklin knew better than anyone that a person from humble beginnings could ascend the ranks of social status.

It is fairly ironic that the people who claim to be the Tea Party have none of the attributes of the colonial revolutionaries.

I am surprised to learn that Franklin never patented his inventions, believing in the equivalent of what we call “open source.”

He was a key figure in creating the Declaration of Independence – one of the committee of 5 (with Jefferson, Adams, Roger Sherman and Robert Livingston); and along with Adams, nominated Jefferson to write the Declaration

and made some important changes to Jefferson’s draft.

As America’s ambassador to France during the Revolution, he secured the support of the French, critical to winning the Revolutionary War.

He was a generation older than Adams and was in his 80s during the Continental Congress – near death and in significant discomfort. He was considered a giant, an elder statesman, “The Sage.”

I was shocked to learn that Franklin initially owned and dealt in slaves (it was a time when that was common place, even in the North) but by the 1750s, he argued against slavery from an economic perspective and became one of the most prominent abolitionists. His personal background is worthy of a multi-part dramatic series:

Ben Franklin was born in Boston in 1706, one of 17 children of his father. He only attended two years of formal schooling which ended when he was 10; he continued his education through voracious reading.

At 12, he apprenticed to his older brother, James, a printer, who founded the first independent newspaper in the colonies. Ben started publishing columns secretly under a pseudonym (his brother was furious). When James, who was a free thinker, was jailed for three weeks in 1722 for publishing material unflattering to the governor, Ben took over the newspaper and wrote, in the character of his alter-identity Mrs. DoGood, “Without freedom of thought there can be no such thing as wisdom and no such thing as public

liberty without freedom of speech.”

In 1723, Franklin escaped his apprenticeship and fled to Philadelphia, making him a fugitive. He took up lodging in the Read home, and at the age of 17, proposed marriage to 15-year old Deborah Read. But her mother refused permission for them to marry. Franklin went off to London for several years and Deborah married John Rodgers, who abandoned her, ran off with her dowry but without a divorce, leaving her unable to remarry.

When Ben Franklin returned to Philadelphia, he formed a common-law marriage with Deborah who becomes a mother to Ben’s illegitimate son, William. (William grew up to become a Loyalist and self-exiled himself to London; William too had an illegitimate son who became Ben Franklin’s secretary and aide.) Deborah and Ben had two more children together, but his son died at the age of 4 of smallpox; his daughter Sarah married, had children, and took care of Ben in his old age

I hadn’t realized that Franklin spent much of his life abroad, especially between 1757-1775, and as Ambassador to France from 1776-1785.

Franklin returned to the United States in 1787 and is the only Founding Father who is a signatory of all four of the major documents of the founding of the United States: the Declaration

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of Independence, the Treaty of Alliance (1778) with France, the Treaty of Paris that ended the Revolution (1783) and the United States Constitution (1787), though he was sick and suffering in pain during the Constitutional Convention.

When Ben Franklin died in 1790, 20,000 people attended his funeral. Later, I see where he was interred in Christ Church Burial Ground. It is interesting to note that in 1728, when he was just 22, Franklin wrote his own epitaph: “The Body of B. Franklin Printer; Like the Cover of an old Book, Its Contents torn out, And stript of its Lettering and Gilding, Lies here, Food for Worms. But the Work shall not be wholly lost: For it will, as he believ’d, appear once more, In a new & more perfect Edition, Corrected and Amended By the Author.” But his actual tombstone simply reads, “Benjamin and Deborah Franklin,” as he specified in his final will.

A civil war reenactor at Philadelphia’s Veterans Day Parade peeks in at Franklin’s grave at the Christ Church Burial Ground © Karen Rubin/ goingplacesfarandnear.com

You leave the museum realizing what a remarkable Renaissance man Franklin was – like Thomas Jefferson in that way – with all the inventions and areas of success. Franklin was very much a modern man; if ever there was a person who could find himself 250 years in the future, he would have been very much at home in the 21st century. And very much Philadelphia’s Favorite Son for good reason.

The Ben Franklin Museum is a very welcoming space that really humanizes and personalizes Franklin. I love Franklin’s witty quotes, the portraits of him that show him throughout his life, even his love letters (to women not his wife).

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It is very family-friendly. A ranger will set children off on a scavenger hunt for the small squirrel figurines located throughout the exhibits - Franklin delighted in pet squirrels, or skuggs as they were known in his day.

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On the analysis of the Hofstra 2017-18 Basketball Season

BY LOU THEODORE

Last year, I described Hofstra’s 201617 season with one word: underperformance. Here are some of my bullet pointers from last year.

• Once again (as with last year) defense was woefully weak.

• Once again, bench help was essentially non-existent.

• Sabathy (the reserve center) was underutilized.

• Rokas had a disappointing season; his defense play was often missing and also had a poor shooting season.

• Foreman emerged as a force to be reckoned with the next two years.

• The club lacked a floor leader.

• I don’t see a leader emerging next year; this should be potentially worrisome.

• Hire an assistant coach to help reduce/eliminate defensive problems.

• STOP playing zone; Wisconsin had several players who couldn’t guard one-on-one and yet played a solid manto-man defense.

• Recruit players who play stellar defense.

• Although the team’s goal should be to win games, the ultimate goal is to win the CAA tournament – and that should be reflected in the team’s phi-

losophy and overall preparation during the season.

• Players should understand that the magic word in defense is INTENSITY! And this is where bench help comes into play.

Here are some earlier comments on defense that appeared in my BASKETBALL COACHING 101 book.

“The author repeatedly told basketball aficionados that defense is 50% of the game. And every individual has responded with something to the effect: ‘of course, I (or we) know that’. But really? Who believes them? After all, from the first day a player is introduced to basketball, offense has been stressed.

The novice is taught and/or learns how to shoot, dribble, pass, etc. Defense was almost always an afterthought. In fact, the author has repeatedly claimed that it is great guards that get a team to a championship game, but it is great defensive guards that win championships. It is their ability to create havoc on the opponent’s offense that makes the difference.”

“How important is defense? Here is a case in point. Stevie Mejia served as the point (or 1) guard for the 20122013 Hofstra team. Some in press row commented on several occasions that Stevie wasn’t playing to his full

potential. What they were referring to was his scoring. Yet during the season, he stopped the star guards Scott Machado and Michael Alvarado of Iona and Manhattan College, respectively, COLD! These two players were projected first-round and second-round picks, respectively. Interestingly, Hofstra lost three games during the 2013-2014 season because of an inability to stop the star guard of the opposing team.”

Here was my earlier analysis for the team this year. “They legitimately have a chance to be the premier team in the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA). But I believe that many of my earlier concerns have carried over to this year, particularly a porous defense. I hope not. On the positive side is Coach Joe Mikalich. He is capable of turning things around if he opts for a man-toman defense and commits to something more than a 6-man rotation.”

“As for predications, it will probably be another mediocre year for three reasons:

1. Their defense remains unexplainably weak at times, allowing the opposing team to take layup practice during the course of the game.

2. The team is devoid of a shot blocker, adding to their defensive woes.

3. Player attitude problems may

have surfaced.

Bottom Line: I’m not too optimistic; hopefully, I’m wrong. The talent is there, but…”

Well, what about this year? They had close to a dream team – Rokas (leading rebounder in the country), Foreman–Wright (CAA Player of Year), Pemberton…etc. It was indeed a dream team, but perhaps from an offensive perspective. They went 19-12 and finished third in the CAA. Scoring during the season was not a problem but they were consistently inconsistent when it came to defense. Still, they had a good shot to win the CAA tournament and go on to the NCAA tournament. What happened? They played one of the weakest teams in the CAA at the start of the tournament and lost 93-88, unable to guard the opposition star who scored 37 points. I mean, this other “weak” team scored nearly 100 points. The offensive scoring machine in this year’s NCAA tournament average under 70 points/ game. If that’s not the icing on the cake with regard to defense, I don’t know what is. Hopefully, this will be a wakeup call, but I doubt it.

What’s the bottom line regarding Hofstra’s defense? Lowly Wilmington

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When in Doubt, Always File a Claim

BY TOM MARGENAU

Q: I want to thank you so much for helping me out. A few months ago, I gave you the particulars of our situation. I won’t repeat all the numbers, but my husband’s benefit is substantially more than my own. You said that based on the figures I gave you, I might be due extra spousal support. I went to my local Social Security office. The clerk seemed a little confused and initially told me that if I was due more, I would have been getting it already. When I persisted, he went and talked to someone else. They came back to the desk together, printed out something from the computer and told me to read it. It supposedly said I wasn’t due anything. (I have a college degree, but I couldn’t decipher it!) When I got back home, I sent you a follow-up email. You told me to return to the office and insist on filing a claim. Long story short: I did so and just today I got my first spousal check in the mail, including six months of back pay. I can’t thank you enough for encouraging me to do this.

A: Someday I might write an entire column simply repeating this mantra over and over again: When in doubt, insist on filing a claim! When in doubt, insist on filing a claim! When in doubt, insist on filing a claim!

Sadly, I hear from people like you way too often. I certainly don’t want to imply that everyone working in a Social Security office is a clueless bureaucrat who doesn’t know what he or she is doing. In fact, just the opposite is the case. I hear from readers all the time telling me about the wonderful and helpful service they received from someone at their local Social Security office.

Still, every barrel has a rotten apple or two. Or to be more specific, every Social Security office has a few new or maybe not fully trained employees. So that’s the reason for my mantra. If you are in a Social Security office or talking to a representative on the phone about your possible eligibility for some kind of Social Security benefit, and the person you are talking to seems confused, or if you just feel uncomfortable with the answers you are getting, then always insist on filing a claim. And don’t let the clerk talk you out of it. You have every right in the world to do so. And by doing that, you will get a formal, legal and written decision about your eligibility for benefits, as opposed to a Social Security clerk’s verbal denial of your claim. Or for that matter, as opposed to my suggestion that you may or may not be due benefits.

Having said all that, let me flip over to the other side of that coin and address the most common complaint I get: “My husband is getting his Social Security and I am getting a much smaller amount.

Shouldn’t I be getting half of his?”

The answer to that question is usually no. A wife only gets her benefit supplemented up to half of what her husband is getting IF she waited until her full retirement age to apply for benefits. And, her spousal benefit is based on her husband’s full retirement age rate, not his enhanced rate if he waited until some later point, like age 70, to file for benefits.

Most women sign up for Social Security before their full retirement age. Many of them do so at age 62. If you took benefits at 62, your spousal rate is more like one-third, not one-half.

I’m pointing this out because I don’t want half the women reading this column marching into their local Social Security office and saying: “There’s a guy who writes a Social Security column in our newspaper who says I should insist on filing a claim for extra spousal benefits.”

You should be able to get out your calculator and do the math to find out if you are due any extra spousal benefits. If you’re not sure, one of those many excellent and well-trained Social Security staffers I mentioned earlier should be able to go over the numbers with you. Only employ my mantra if you think you are due benefits and you get one of those bad apples.

And speaking of bad apples, read the next question and you’ll see that even a Social Security columnist can occasionally hand out advice that’s a bit “wormy!”

Q: I love reading your column. I have learned so much over the years. And one of the best things you’ve taught me is how to look up information for myself -- especially at the Social Security Administration website. And by doing that, I’ve discovered that you may have given someone misinformation. The situation involved a woman who had a split marriage. She married a guy, divorced him, and then later remarried the same guy. The first marriage didn’t last 10 years. The second marriage lasted only 6 months, and then her husband died. You told her that she wasn’t due any widow’s benefits because the rules say a marriage must last at least 9 months before a woman can be legally considered a widow for Social Security purposes. I looked up that rule, and you are right. But that rule includes some exceptions. And one of them says that the 9 month rule can be waived if: “At the time of your marriage the (husband) was reasonably expected to live for 9 months, and you had been previously married to the (husband) for at least 9 months.”

A: Doggone it, you are right! I read about the 9-month rule in the Social

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72 Hours in Philadelphia

attraction.

You need at least an hour to visit.

The museum and print shop are operated by the National Park Service as part of the Independence Hall.

(Open daily from 9 am to 5 pm. Admission $5/adult; $2/children 4-16.

Benjamin Franklin Museum, 317 Chestnut St., Philadelphia 19106, 215-965-2305, https://www.

I pass a firehouse with a wonderful bust of Benjamin Franklin. Philadelphia had just held a Veterans Day parade, and just as I pass the Christ Church Burial Ground where Benjamin Franklin and many other Founders are buried, I come upon Civil War re-enactors from the 3rd Regiment: Sgt Major Joseph Lee and Corporal Robert F. Houston.

The Franklins’ tombstones –

The Print Shop where National Park Service rangers demonstrate the printing process that would have been used in Franklin’s time © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear. com

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Print Shop

From here, I go back up to the courtyard and find my way to Franklin’s print shop, where there is a replica of an old-style printing press (not much different from the days of Gutenberg), where National Park rangers run off documents (you can buy a printed Declaration of Independence though Franklin never actually printed it). If you are lucky, you may visit when the ranger is in period dress.

On the Market Street side of Franklin Court, there is the B. Free Franklin Post Office, where you can get postcards hand-stamped just as one would have when Franklin was the first postmaster. The line of attached buildings are very much the way they were when Franklin lived here. You notice on Market Street and then around the historic district townhouses that still have the reliefs that show what fire insurance company protected the house. On this day, the street is closed off for a street festival. After spending some time enjoying the music and festivities, I continue on to my next

extremely modest - is easily the most visited (and can be seen through the gate from the sidewalk). People throw pennies onto the tombstone - a nod to Franklin’s motto that “a penny saved is a penny earned,” as well as a symbol of good luck.

Others buried here include John Dunlap, who printed the Constitution

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72 Hours in Philadelphia: Ben Franklin, America’s Revolutionary ‘Elder Statesman,’ Would Have Been Quite at Home in 21st Century

and the American Philosophical Society (APS), two organizations he founded.

and Declaration of Independence, composer and poet Francis Hopkinson and medical pioneers Dr. Benjamin Rush and Dr. Philip Syng Physick. Divided into quadrants, the ground is mapped and plots are identified with markers where the original inscriptions are gone. A book of 50 biographies is available for purchase at Christ Church. (There is an admission to the burial ground, $3 adults/$1 child or $8/$3 with guided tour.) (5th and Arch Streets, Philadelphia 19106, 215-922-1695, ext 30, http://www.christchurchphila.org/ about-the-burial-grounds/

I walk the few blocks to the Betsy Ross House, another Revolutionary character who would have been thoroughly at home in the 21st Century.

Follow in Franklin’s Footsteps VisitPhilly.org, the city’s convention and visitor bureau, offers a marvelous walking tour to discover historic attractions visited by Franklin himself, sites dedicated to his accomplishments and local restaurants that would appeal to one of history’s most prolific men.

The Franklin’s Footsteps Itinerary starts at the Benjamin Franklin Museum, Franklin Court, the Ghost House, the Print Shop and Post Office and continues:

City Tavern (138 S. 2nd St. 215413-1443), where Colonial America is recreated at this authentic tavern in Old City

Carpenters’ Hall (320 Chestnut St., 215-925-0167), the site of the First Continental Congress, was once the home of Franklin’s Library Company

Christ Church (20 N. American St., 215-922-1695), where Franklin and his family attended services, and Christ Church Burial Ground.

Fireman’s Hall Museum, (147 N. 2nd St., 215-923-1438), commemorates the history of firefighting in an old firehouse

The Liberty Bell Center (6th & Market, 215-965-2305), home of the internationally known symbol of freedom (pick up timed tickets for Independence Hall at the Independence Visitor Center, or order them online at recreation.gov).

My immersion into Revolutionary War Americana in Philadelphia, which started with the National Museum of Jewish American History and Museum of American Revolution, continues at Betsy Ross House and the National Constitution Center.

Visit Philadelphia provides excellent trip planning tools, including hotel packages, itineraries, events listings: 30 S 17th Street, Philadelphia PA 19103, 215599-0776, visitphilly.com.

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One of the portraits of Ben Franklin on display that trace his life.

On the analysis of the Hofstra 2017-18 Basketball Season

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scored 50% above the average scoring of the other 3 quarterfinal games in their game against Hofstra. Do you need anything more? 50% more than the other teams were scoring!! You want more? The next night Wilmington scored 52 points (not 93!) and lost by 27 points. Obviously, the Hofstra players were either never taught how to play defense or don’t care to play defense or don’t realize the importance of defense…or some combination of the above. It’s time for the Hofstra team and Coach Mikalich to rethink their approach to defense; I doubt the end result will change next year unless some action on defense is implemented.

The NY Dodger fans’ motto during the 1950s was: wait till next year. And, indeed, they will have to wait till next year. Next year will bring forth a powerhouse group of guards that will need to be supplemented with a shot-blocking big man who can play defense. But, they will also need to help in two more areas: play a solid defensive guard and stop playing zone defense.

Finally, it is business as usual with the NCAA and, in particular, college basketball. The Feds have now accused numerous key individuals associated with the sport with wrong doings. Yet,

nothing has been done and no one really expects anything to be done. There was absolutely no mention of the scandals during any of the NCAA Tournament games or any of the analysis programs, even though all of the participants were aware of the scandals--with the knowledge that there were more on the horizon. CORRUPTION REIGNS! In case you missed it, loveable Rick Pitino has asked for another chance. In the spirit of Easter, I suggest he be brought back to basketball to coach at the J.V. high school level where he will not be in a position to further embarrass our sport.

It was 14 year ago when I started clamoring that the NCAA’s concept of the student-athlete was one of the alltime great scams perpetrated on the public. The NCAA corruption is a cancer that will not go away because of the money involved, and, nearly everybody now knows it. Look for some massive changes (coaches, ADs, presidents, etc.) in the coming months as the rats scurry to the foothills. It will take some time, but ultimately the disgraceful “coaching legends” – Pitino, Calipari, Williams, Smith, Izzo, Calhoun, Boeheim, Krzyzewski, etc. - will hopefully get their due, even though they are/were caught up in a system that requires them to lie, deceive, manipulate, etc., in order to survive. And, wait

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Security guidebook, but I missed the exceptions. Shame on me!

But I wasn’t alone in screwing up. If you will recall, the woman with the split marriages told me that she was turned down for widow’s benefits at her local Social Security office and she asked me if I thought it was right. And quoting that 9-month rule, I told her that she was correctly denied benefits.

But the reason I am including your email in today’s column is because I ended my advice to this woman by telling he to take further action.

This column was all about encour-

aging people to insist on filing a claim for benefits if they have any questions about their possible eligibility. But another version of that advice is to take things one step further -- to file an appeal if a claim is denied and you think the decision is wrong. And that’s what I told the split-marriage woman to do. Assuming she did so, the appeals judge would have caught the exception you cited and granted her widow’s benefits. If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has the answer. Contact him at thomas.margenau@comcast.net. COPYRIGHT 2018 CREATORS.COM

until the football bubble bursts; it will be worse than the basketball scams.

In the meantime, coaches like Bob McKillop (Davidson), Jim Jones (Yale), DeChellis (Navy), etc., remain on the sidelines in semi-obscurity even though they are legitimately the true legends of the game. In fact, I continue to claim that BMCK is the premiere coach in the country because of what he has been able to accomplish while playing by the rules.

On a sad side, Jeff Hathaway—one of the good guys in our sport—has resigned (?) as AD, and Rick Cole will be replacing him. President Rabinowitz tells us that Cole is “the one to take us to the next level.” I can guarantee both of them that the next level will not become a reality in Hofstra’s mens basketball future unless defensive issues

are addressed . . . immediately . . . and you can take that to the bank.

P.S. A 13 member class headlined the 2018 Basketball Hall of Fame inductees, including such “greats” as Katie Smith, Charlie Scott, Rod Thorn, Lofty Driesell, Tina Thompson, Rick Welts, Dino Radja, and Ora Washington. And how did my nominations--Jack Powers (NIT), Eddie Corbett (referee), and BMCK (coach) fare? You guessed it. They simply don’t fit into the HOF committee’s concept of legends. Some of those selected are embarrassing. Nearly everybody told me that the selection process was a joke. I now have come to believe this as fact. Sad Stuff!

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DONATE YOUR CAR to Wheels For Wishes, benefitting Make-a-Wish. We offer free towing and your donation is 100% tax deductible. Call 631-317-2014 Today!

CLASSIFIEDS Call 294.8900

ESTATE FOR RENT

APARTMENT FOR RENT

GARDEN CITY BORDER

APARTMENT:

Spacious, bright 1 bedroom with dining area, gated parking, laundry, A/C, dishwasher, hardwood floors. NO BROKER FEE, near LIRR, $1585+ electric. Available April 1 www.gcbapts.com or 516-724-1101

ROOM FOR RENT

MINEOLA: Large furnished room, private entrance, share bath, own TV, microwave and fridge, A/C. No pets/smoking.

$725 month all utilities included plus 1 month security. References required. 516-747-5799

GARAGE/PARKING SPACE FOR RENT

PORT WASHINGTON: Commuter parking spot available near train station. Call or text (preferable) for details. 732-9866700

VACATION RENTAL

HAMPTON BAYS

AVAILABLE JUNE 11-17

2018 US OPEN SHINNECOCK approximately 5 miles from Shinnecock.

4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath, 1/2 Acre, Private Community, Private Beach, Large Patio, Music System, CAC, Laundry. South of Montauk Hwy. Close to train, town, beach and golf course. $6,000/week or $1,100/night. References and security. No smoking. No pets. Call 516-426-2247

HAMPTON BAYS

SHINNECOCK 2018 US GOLF OPEN RENTAL

3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, finished basement, central A/C, outdoor living space, solar heated swimming pool. South of the highway, close to all. Approx 5 miles to the golf course. Jun 11th thru 17th. $8,500 plus security deposit. Call 516-306-5992

OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND

Best selection of full/ partial week rentals. Call for FREE brochure. Open daily. Holiday Real Estate 1-800-638-2102. Online reservations: www.holidayoc.com $25 discount on any rental using code (Summer289) (Expires 2018-05-01)

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

CONDO/CO-OP

GARDEN CITY

FOR SALE

Large One Bedroom Condo in the heart of downtown Garden City. This 800 sq ft Condo boasts newly finished Hardwood Floors, Dining Room, brand new Bathroom & Kitchen with d/w. Low maintenance & taxes.

By owner no broker.

$579,000 Call: 646-499-1684

HAMPTON BAYS CO-OP EAST OF CANAL

All year, mint 2 bedrooms, 1 bath unit in well run small Association. 1 block to Peconic Beach. All stainless appliances, washer/dryer, AC. Monthly maintenance $644 includes taxes. $325K. Call 917-363-7597

MILL POND ACRES PORT WASHINGTON Condominium For Sale By Owner. First floor, end unit. Two bedrooms, two full baths, living / dining room 17’x20’, granite countered kitchen. Enormous closet space. Washer / dryer. Amenities: swimming pool, gymnasium, locker rooms, sauna and steam rooms. Gated community, 24/7 guard, snow removal and garden maintenance. Condominium rented through March 2020, $3,300 monthly. $695,000. Residents 55+ Excellent investment opportunity and eventual move in possibility. Call Philip Sherman, owner, 516-482-3754 or 516698-4808

OPEN HOUSE

GARDEN CITY

Saturday & Sunday

April 7th & 8th 1:00pm to 3:30pm 156 Chestnut St. Charming Mid Block Side Hall Colonial with 4 Oversized Bedrooms. Large Formal Living Room w/Wood Burning Fireplace. Formal Dining Room, Comfortable Den or 5th Bedroom. 5 Bath & Eat in Kitchen. Finished Basement, Great Backyard. 10 min to LIRR. For more info: http://chestnut.eproptour.com

Marco LaPadura: Keller Williams Liberty 917-846-0433 (c) or 718-848-4700 (o)

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

OPEN HOUSE

BAITING HOLLOW

Saturday 4/7

12:00pm to 2:00pm

54 Baiting Drive Sophisticated & Modern! Elegantly Appointed Contemporary Home on Acre+ Park Like Property. 4 BRs, 3 Baths. Indulge in the Luxury & Privately set In Ground Swimming Pool. Formal LR/fireplace, FDR, New Gourmet EIK & Family Room. Master Suite/Balcony. Circular Drive, Garage, Full Basement. This one has it all. $649,000 Colony Realty, 631-722-5800

JAMESPORT

Sunday 4/8

1:00pm to 3:00pm 703 Herricks Lane Stunning 3500sf Victorian. Private landscaped setting on 1 acre. 4 BRs & 3.5 Baths. 2 Master Bedroom Suites. Large EIK, Formal LR, Formal DR, Family Room / fireplace. Geothermal Heat, Central Air and Solar panels. Finished Basement. 3 Car Garage. Must See! $949,000. Colony Realty, Carll Austin 516-658-2623

LAUREL

Saturday 4/7

1:00pm to 3:00pm

2780 Peconic Bay Blvd

2 STORY W/ BAY VIEWS

200’ to Deeded Sandy Bay Beach. 4 BRs, 3.5 Baths. LR/Fireplace, Family Room/Fireplace, FDR & Kitchen. Full Basement, 2 Car Garage, HW Floors & CAC. New Roof, Heat, Hot Water Heater & Newly Painted Exterior. $910,000 Colony Realty, Carll Austin 516658-2623

OUT OF TOWN REAL ESTATE

ABANDONED FARM SALE

20 acres $39,900. Stream, pond, pines, hardwoods, stonewalls, teeming with deer! 6 miles from Cooperstown! Buy NOW for 75% below market! 888-905-8847

JAMESPORT:

375’ of Waterfront. Location! Location! Spectacular Views. 140’ of Sandy Bay Beach. Boat Dock on Property. Cape with 3 BRs. Living Room with Stone Fireplace. $1,995,000. Colony Realty, Carll Austin 516-658-2623

SERVICES

CALL EMPIRE TODAY to schedule a FREE in home estimate on Carpeting & Flooring. Call Today! 1-800-496-3180

DISH NETWORK Satellite

Television Services. Now over 190 channels for ONLY $59.99/ mo! 2yr price guarantee. FREE installation. FREE streaming. More of what you want! Save HUNDREDS over Cable and DIRECTV. Add Internet as low as $14.95/mo! 1-800-943-0838

TAX & ACCOUNTING: Winnie Malone, CPA, MBA. Smart Allied Accounting & Tax Services. Individual & Business Taxes, Tax Problems Resolved, Financial Statements, YearRound Accounting, Bookkeeping & Payroll. 516-626-0711 www.smartallied.com, winnie@ smartallied.com

TAX PREPARATION

Income tax preparation service located opposite Roosevelt Field Mall. Qualified Public Accountants. Highly experienced staff. Same day service. Open 7 days a week. Call for an appointment: 516-747-8939

WATER DAMAGE

Dealing with water damage requires immediate action. Local professionals that respond immediately. Nationwide and 24/7. No Mold calls 1-800-760-1845

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

AMBIANCE

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

*Handyman & Remodeling

*Kitchen Installations

*Furniture Assembly

*Finish Carpentry

*Minor Electrical & Plumbing

25year GC Resident Lic & Ins H18E2170000

Call BOB 516-741-2154

GEM BASEMENT DOCTOR:

One stop for all your home improvement needs! Basement, bathroom & kitchen remodeling, carpentry, crown & decorative molding, closets, doors, decking, painting, roofing, siding, sheetrock, windows. 516-623-9822

HELP YOUR LOCAL ECONOMY and save money with Solar Power! Solar Power has a strong Return on Investment, Free Maintenance, Free Quote. Simple Reliable Energy with No out of pocket costs. Call 800-6780569

SERVICES

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

LAMPS FIXED $65

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

MASONRY

All types of stonework Pavers, Retaining Walls, Belgium Block Patios, Foundations, Seal coating, Concrete and Asphalt driveways, Sidewalks, Steps. Free Estimates

Fully Licensed & Insured #H2219010000 Boceski Masonry Louie 516-850-4886

SKY CLEAR WINDOW INC.

Window Restorations, Outdated Hardware, skylights, Andersen Sashes, new storm windows, wood windows, chain/ rope repairs, falling windows, fogged panes, mechanical repairs, wood repairs, restorations, all brands. Call Mr. Fagan, 45 years experience. 631-385-7975 www.skyclearwindow.com rob@skyclearwindow.com

PAINTING & PAPERHANGING

INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PAINTING

Plastering, Taping, Sheetrock

Skim Cutting, Old Wood Refinish, Staining, Wallpaper Removal & Hanging, Paint Removal, Power Washing, Wood Replacement

JOHN MIGLIACCIO

Licensed & Insured #80422100000

Call John anytime: 516-901-9398 (Cell) 516-483-3669 (Office)

MICHELANGELO

PAINTING & WALLPAPER

Interior, Exterior, Plaster / Spackle, Light Carpentry, Decorative Moldings & Power Washing. Call: 516-328-7499

CLASSIFIEDS

SERVICES

PARTY HELP

LADIES & GENTLEMEN

RELAX & ENJOY

Your Next Party! Catering and Experienced Professional Services for Assisting with Preparation, Serving and Clean Up Before, During and After Your Party Bartenders Available. Call Kate at 516-248-1545

TUTORING

MATH, PHYSICS, SAT/ACT TUTOR

Adjunct professor Calculus I, II. Algebra, Trig, AP & Pre-Calc, IB, NYS Certified, highly experienced. Call Mr G 516-787-1026

MATH, SAT, ACT TUTOR:

Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2 plus Trig, Pre-Calc, AP Calculus. Norm 625-3314

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

PRIVATE TUTORING FOR GRADES K-6

Give your child a helping hand! Licensed NYC / NYS Dept of Education teacher available to tutor students grades K-6. Contact Audrey Sullivan, M.S.Ed 347-628-8872 (voice/text) seguenow@aol.com

INSTRUCTION

PIANO LESSONS

By Ira Baslow. Experience the joy of playing the piano. Private lessons in your home, free no-obligation piano lesson, all levels, all styles, all ages. Beginners a specialty. 516-312-1054 www.iwantmypianolessons. com

CLEANING

CLEAN AND SHINE! Service and Products

Specializing in Commercial and Office Cleaning

Providing a Professional Personalized Service. All cleaning services discussed and designed to your needs. No job too small Weekly or Daily Cleaning

Competitive Pricing Move In/Move Out

Residential/Apts

Call for Free Estimate Elizabeth 917-863-5060

SERVICES

CLEANING

SERVICES

CLEANING

STRONG ARM CLEANING:

Residential and commercial cleaning specialist, post construction clean ups, shipping and waxing floors, move ins and move outs. Free estimates. Bonded and insured. 516-5381125 www.strongarmcleaningny.com

SERVICES

CLEANING

LADY AVAILABLE

Also organizes homes, offices, garages. English speaking, honest, reliable. Excellent references. Own transportation. Animal friendly. Free estimates. Call 516-225-8544

HOUSE CLEANING:

Excellent service, with great references, reliable, own transportation, English speaking. Call Selma 516-690-3550

RELIABLE, high quality service with great references. Please call Mirian at 516-6426624

1-866-WE JUNK IT: All phases of rubbish removal & demolition. Residential, commercial, construction sites, kitchens, bathrooms, clean-ups, attics, basements, floods, fires. All size dumpsters. Same day service. Fully insured. Bob Cat Service. www.1866wejunkit.com 516-5411557

A & J MOVING & STORAGE:

Established 1971. Long Island and New York State specialists. Residential, Commercial, Piano & Organ experts. Boxes available. Free estimates. www. ajmoving.com 516-741-2657 114 Jericho Tpk, Mineola NYDOT# 10405

SERVICES

APPLIANCE REPAIR

Insinkerator

Garbage Disposals, Instant Hot Water Dispensers & Filtration Systems only. Marty’s Appliance Repair Call 516-532-0385

BACKFLOW DEVICE TESTING, INSTALLATION and REPAIR of all Double-Check and RPZ Backflow Prevention Devices. LICENSED MASTER PLUMBER/NYS BACKFLOW DEVICE TESTER. Honest, clean, professional work. GREATER NY PLUMBING CORP 516-731-5630

SERVICES

COLLEGE ARTS ADMISSIONS: College Counseling in the Visual and Performing Arts. Dance, Musical Theatre & Drama. Film, Instrumental & Vocal Music. Audio Recording & Production. Theatre Technology & Production. Visual & Graphic Arts. Resume, Essays, Repertoire Lists. Michele Zimmerman. 516-353-6255 CollegeArtsAdmissions@gmail.com www.CollegeArtsAdmissions.com

COMPLETE JUNK REMOVAL/DEMOLITION SERVICE: Strong Arm Contracting Inc. We haul anything and everything. Entire contents of home or office. We clean it up and take it away. Residential/Commercial. Bonded/Insured. Free estimates. 516-538-1125

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

Kitten/Cat New Volunteer Orientation Schedule

Volunteers for our cat program are always greatly needed. There are openings on shifts for weekdays and weekends that accommodate any schedule. Please attend our next kitten/cat volunteer orientation being held Sunday, April. 8th, at 3PM and Sunday, May 20th, at 3PM

All orientations are held at our adoption center located at 3300 Beltagh Avenue in Wantagh. Learn more about our cat program, tour the adoption center and find out how rewarding the volunteer experience can be.

Volunteer orientations are typically held the second Sunday of each month. Schedules may change due to holidays so check our website for updates.

Reservations are not needed, but if possible, please fill out and email back a completed volunteer application in advance to volunteer@lasthopeanimalrescue.org or fax to 631-760-5534

Get results!

Place an ad in our Classifieds for reasonable rates and prompt results. Call the G.C. office at 294-8900 for more information.

Last Hope Spring Supermarket Bingo

Join Last Hope Animal Rescue for a fun night of Supermarket Bingo on Sunday, April 15th. Doors open at 4 PM. Bingo played from 5 PM – 8 PM at Levittown Hall, 201 Levittown Parkway in Hicksville. All proceeds benefit Last Hope Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation programs.

Prizes will include a variety of supermarket gift cards including BJs, Costco, Stew Leonard and more. Admission includes one Bingo card (set of 4 games), dessert and coffee/tea at intermission. There will be Basket (Chinese) Auctions, Lotto Tree and 50/50 raffles. Additional cards, daubers, snacks and hot dogs can be purchased separately at the event.

Admission is $15 with limited seating. To register, please click on the PayPal at www.lasthopeanimalrescue.org. Or, you can mail in your registration to Last Hope, P.O. Box 7025, Wantagh, NY 11793. Mailed reservations MUST be received by April 8th. Online registrations can be purchased through April 10th.

For more information call Linda DiPaola –516-455-5370.

Get ready for a fun night of Bingo to support Last Hope Animal Rescue

SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU

EMIGRANT BANK

(FORMERLY KNOWN AS EMIGRANT SAVINGS BANK AND NEW YORK

PRIVATE BANK & TRUST), Plaintiff -against- CAROLINE ARONSON, et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered herein on April 12, 2017, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at (CCP) Calendar Control Part Court Room of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Dr., Mineola, NY on April 17, 2018 at 11:30 a.m.

ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being at Syosset, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, known and designated as Section 25 Block 54 and Lot 16

Said premises known as 52 STRATFORD PLACE, SYOSSET, NY

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. We are a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Index Number 13660/2012.

JAMES PANOS, ESQ., Referee STAGG, TERENZI, CONFUSIONE & WABNIK, LLP

Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 401 Franklin Avenue, Suite 300, Garden City, NY 11530 SYO 4162

4X 03/16,23, 30; 04/06 NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 246, Article III, Section 246-18-E of the Code of the Town of Oyster Bay, notice

is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals has scheduled a public meeting, which will take place in the Town Hall Meeting Room, Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, New York, on APRIL 12, 2018 at 7:00 P. M., to consider the following appeals: BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

APPEAL NO. 18-151

SYOSSET

ANNEMARIE

GAMBARDELLA: (A)

Variance to allow existing outdoor kitchen having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (B)

Variance to allow existing rear deck having less rear yard smetback than permitted by Ordinance. (C) Variance to allow existing rear deck, outdoor kitchen and masonry terrace exceeding maximum building coverage than permitted by Ordinance. (D) Variance to allow existing pool equipment having less front yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.

E/s/o Center Dr., 156.63 ft. S/o Marlene Dr., a/k/a 5 Center Drive, Syosset, NY

APPEAL NO. 18-152

SYOSSET

ANDREA WASSERMAN: (A)

Variance to construct cellar entrance having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (B) Variance to allow existing roof over patio exceeding maximum gross floor area than permitted by Ordinance. (C) Variance to allow existing pool equipment and fire pit having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (D) Variance to allow existing generator exceeding maximum setback from dwelling than permitted by Ordinance. (E) Variance

to allow existing dog kennel having less rear yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (F) Variance to allow existing driveway having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.

W/s/o Wilshire Dr., 732.42 ft. S/o Chelsea Dr., a/k/a 14 Wilshire Drive, Syosset, NY

APPEAL NO. 18-153

SYOSSET

RUSSELL BANIGAN: (A)

Variance to construct attached garage having less aggregate side yards than permitted by Ordinance. (B) Variance to construct attached garage and roofed over entry exceeding maximum building coverage than permitted by Ordinance.

N/s/o Lorraine St., 229.5 ft. W/o Miller Place, a/k/a 23

Lorraine Street, Syosset, NY

APRIL 2, 2018

BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK

SYO 4169

1X 04/06

ASSESSOR’S NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF THE FINAL ASSESSMENT ROLL

THE ACTING ASSESSOR OF THE COUNTY OF NASSAU

HEREBY GIVES NOTICE that he has completed the 2018/2019 final assessment roll, which will be used for the 2019 levy of Town and County Taxes in the Towns of Hempstead, North Hempstead and Oyster Bay, and the City of Glen Cove and the City of Long Beach, and for the 2018/2019 levy of school taxes in such Towns and in the City of Long Beach. An electronic copy of the roll was filed with the Department of Assessment on April 2, 2018. The electronic roll may be examined on public terminals located in the offices

of:

DEPARTMENT OF ASSESSMENT

NASSAU COUNTY OFFICE

BUILDING

240 OLD COUNTRY ROAD, FOURTH FLOOR

MINEOLA, NY 11501 where the same will remain open for public inspection for fifteen days.

Dated this 2nd day of April, 2018.

JAMES E. DAVIS

Acting Assessor, Nassau County

SYO 4170

1X 04/06

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of L.I. TACTICAL & EDC LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/1/18. Office location: NASSAU CTY. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to B. Newman, P.O. Box 11, Glen Cove NY 11542

JNJ 7870

6X 03/02,09,16,23,30,04/06

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of RDA Kitchen LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the SSNY on February 12, 2018. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 27 Evans Drive, Glen Head, NY 11545. Purpose: Any lawful activity.

JNJ 7872

6X 03/16,23,30,04/06,13,20 NOTICE OF FORMATION BLISS SOLAR, LLC. Articles of Organization Filed with New York Secretary of State (SSNY) on February 1, 2018. Office located in

Nassau County.  SSNY has been designated for service of process and to mail process served against the LLC to 1120 Northern Blvd., Suite 404, Manhassett, NY 11030. Purpose: any lawful purpose.  JNJ 7874

6X 03/23,30,04/06,13,20,27

ASSESSOR’S NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF THE FINAL ASSESSMENT ROLL THE ACTING ASSESSOR OF THE COUNTY OF NASSAU HEREBY GIVES NOTICE that he has completed the 2018/2019 final assessment roll, which will be used for the 2019 levy of Town and County Taxes in the Towns of Hempstead, North Hempstead and Oyster Bay, and the City of Glen Cove and the City of Long Beach, and for the 2018/2019 levy of school taxes in such Towns and in the City of Long Beach. An electronic copy of the roll was filed with the Department of Assessment on April 2, 2018. The electronic roll may be examined on public terminals located in the offices of:

DEPARTMENT OF ASSESSMENT

NASSAU COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING

240 OLD COUNTRY ROAD, FOURTH FLOOR MINEOLA, NY, 11501 where the same will remain open for public inspection for fifteen days.

Dated this 2nd day of April, 2018.

JAMES E. DAVIS

Acting Assessor, Nassau County JNJ 7876

1X 04/06

Read Across the USA! at Berr y Hill

From February 5th through the 9th, Berry Hill’s PTA hosted its annual PARP week. PARP is a National PTA program that stands for Pick A Reading Partner.  The PARP program is designed to promote a love of reading in children.  This year’s theme was “Read Across America.”

The week-long PARP program kicked off on Monday, and all students were asked to wear red, white and blue. Berry Hill’s principal, Mrs. Kolkhorst read “The Scrambled States of America” to the entire school.   Mrs. Kolkhorst announced a  book drive and all books would be donated to the Book Fairies.

The students watched a short video about the local organization which collects reading materials for people in need throughout the metropolitan area.

To promote reading at home, the PTA prepared license plate tags and distributed them to all classes.  Each night that week, the children were asked to Pick A Reading Partner (PARP).  The partner could be a parent, a sibling, a friend, a pet - anyone!  Students had to write their name and their partner’s name on the tag and turn it in to  their teacher the next morning.  To track the student’s participation, the PTA decorated the hallway with a large map of the USA and had a school bus move

across the country based on how many license plate tags were collected. Each morning, students were excited to see how “far” the bus had travelled.

Berry Hill’s PTA PARP co-chairs Jennie Rosenzweig and Paulina Roth, along with Vice President Samara Slade planned a week of great activities for the children.  On Tuesday, students were treated to a Laser Reader assembly. On Wednesday, there was  a PTA Scholastic Book Fair and each class had an opportunity to win a book for their class by finding a hidden state on the shelves.  Thursday, every class had a secret reader visit their classroom.

PARP concluded on Friday and all students were asked to wear their Berry Hill PRIDE shirts.  At the end of the day, everyone was called to the gym for the book drive reveal.  A whopping 1,606 books were collected!  Mrs. Kolkhorst also announced next year’s PARP theme - Reading Under the Big Top.   All classes submitted a theme for consideration and the PTA chooses the winner.  Under the Big Top was suggested by Mrs. Morra’s 1st grade class. The PTA  gifted each class with a special floor-sized puzzle of the USA.  Also, the PTA gave all students a special map and sticker activity as  recognition of their participation Garage Sale

Place an ad in our Classifieds for reasonable rates and prompt results. Call the Garden City office at 294-8900 for more information.

Students were given red,white and blue necklaces as they arrived at the PARP Kick Off.

All smiles at the PARP book drive

Students wore their PRIDE shirts and were excited for the book drive reveal.

All smiles for the end of a successful PARP week.

BY GINA JAMES

PARP Book Fair at Berry Hill

Berry Hill’s PTA organized a Scholastic Book Fair during their annual PARP week.    PARP is a National PTA program and stands for Pick A Reading Partner.  The PARP program is designed to promote a love of reading in children.   This year’s theme was “Read Across America.”  To incorporate the theme into the book fair each class

had to search for a hidden state on the shelves.  Classes received a free book for their classroom as a prize.

Berry Hill’s PRIDE Pals were on hand to help the younger grades shop for books, pens, pencils, posters and bookmarks.  As always as parents were welcome to shop with their children as well. The book fair was a big success and filled with smiles.

Kindergarten boys shopping for bookmarks.

Parents were welcome to come shop with their children.

as well.

Fourth and fifth-grade PRIDE Pals helped younger students shop and stay in budget.

Fifth-grade girls loved the poster selection.

Teachers helped students shop

This Week at the Jericho Public Library

Friday, April 6 at 4:00PM

Teens Fresh Guacamole (Grades 6 through 12)

Make guacamole from scratch with Whole Foods Market. Register online or send an email to gpatronaggio@ jericholibrary.org.

Monday, April 9th at 7:30PM

Board of Trustees Meeting

The monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public is invited to attend.

Tuesday, April 10th at 2:00PM Movie:

Dina (Documentary)

An eccentric suburban woman and

a Walmart door greeter navigate their evolving relationship in this unconventional love story. Starring Dina Buno, Scott Levin.

Not Rated. 1 hour, 43 minutes.

Tuesday, April 10th at 7:00PM

Talk About Books with Fran Cohen

Join us for a discussion of the 2018 Long Island Reads Selection Spaceman: An Astronaut’s Unlikely Journey to Unlock the Secrets of the Universe by Mike Massimino. This is the true story of the Long Island boy who became one of our best known living space travelers. Despite challenges and setbacks, Mike never gave up his dream of becom-

ing an astronaut. Refreshments will be available.

Wednesday, April 11th at 2:00PM

A Dramatic Reading of “Mike & the Hubble!” from Spaceman by Mike Massimino David Houston and Diana Heinlein present a dramatic reading from the pages of this year’s Long Island Reads selection.

Wednesday, April 11th at 7:00PM

Effective Interview Skills Knowing there are different types of interviews that can be encountered puts you in the best position for success. Participants will learn different inter-

viewing styles, challenging questions that may be asked and questions that you should ask. Learn how to position yourself as the best candidate for the job. Space is limited. Register online or at the Circulation Desk.

Friday, April 13th at 2:00PM Movie:

Marshall (Biography/Drama)

This is the story of young Thurgood Marshall, the first African-American Supreme Court Justice, as he battles through one of his career-defining cases. Starring Chadwick Boseman, Josh Gad, Kate Hudson. Rated PG-13. 1 hour, 58 minutes.

This Week at the Syosset Public Library

Friday, April 6 at 2:00PM

The Healing Power of Nature Free.

Presenter: John P. Cardone, Long Island author, lecturer and photographer

John P. Cardone will get you thinking about how nature can help you feel better physically and mentally as he uses a PowerPoint presentation to present the facts. During his talk John pres-

April 9

“The Jericho Public Library’s Board of Trustee Meeting” will be held at 7:30PM. The public is invited to attend.

The Syosset Public Library will hold a meeting of the “20 & 30-Something Book Group” to discuss The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas.

April 10

At 2PM at the Jericho Public Library, the film “Dina” will be shown. Not rated, the film is 103 minutes long.

Fran Cohen will lead a discussion of the book “Spaceman” by Mike Massimino at the Jericho Public Library at 7PM.

At 7:30PM at the Jericho Public Library, the “Evening Book Discussion Group” will meet to talk about My Life, My Love, My Legacy by Coretta Scott King.

April 11

At 2PM at the Jericho Public Library, the film “Wonder” will be shown. Rated PG, it is 1 hour and 53 minutes long.

“Coding for Tweens” will be presented at the Syosset Public Library at 6:30PM.

The Jericho Public Library will present a dramatic reading of “Mike & The Hubble!” from Spaceman by Mike Massimino at 7PM.

“Effective Interview Skills” will be presented and discussed at the Jericho

ents information on how spending time with nature can influence your health and well-being. Enjoy his nature photos of wildlife and waterscapes.

Thursday, April 12 at 2:00PM

Current Topics with Professor James Coll Free,

Presenter: James Coll, an Adjunct Professor of American and

Constitutional History at Nassau Community College and Hofstra University, and a NYPD detective Professor Coll will discuss topics from around the world, nationally and locally. He will also advise how to separate fact from fiction.

Friday, April 13 at 2:00PM

Great American Songbook - Part 4 Free.

What’s Happening

Public Library at 7PM .

April 13

The film “ Marshall ”, starring Chadwick Boseman and Kate Hudson, will be shown at the Jericho Public Library at 2PM. 118 minutes long, the film is rated PG-13.

April 14

The Jericho Public Library will host a program for children in grades 3 to 5, “Science of Toys with Mad Science” at 11AM.

“Cabaret for 2018 About Love & Everyone’s Hopes!” will be performed at the Jericho Public Library at 7:30PM.

April 15

Chyten will offer “SAT or ACT Practice Tests” at the Syosset Public Library from 12:30 to 4PM .

Vinny St. Marten and The Seeing Eye Dog Band present “Soul of the Century”, a tribute to Ray Charles, at the Jericho Public Library at 2PM.

April 17

The computer training classes continue at the Jericho Public Library with the topic ”Social Media” at 11AM .

April 18

An art lecture on “Grant Wood: American Gothic and other Fables”, with Professor Thomas Germano, will be held at the Jericho Public Library at 2PM.

From 5 to 6PM at the Jericho Public Library, the Teen Scene Group will host a “Physics of Toys” program.

April 19

The film “The Shape of Water” will be shown at the Jericho Public Library at 2PM and again at 7PM. Rated R, the film is 123 minutes long.

“The Apple of My Eye” for parents and the general adult population, will be presented at the Jericho Public Library at 7PM and will discuss methods of protecting children from sexual abuse and abduction and how to teach children to protect themselves.

April 20

Free health screenings by the St. Francis Hospital Community Outreach Program will be held at the Jericho Public Library from 10AM to 2PM. No appointments are necessary.

“Planning to Sell Your Home” is the topic of a presentation at the Syosset Public Library at 2PM with Denise Langweber, Esq.

The Great Performers series continues at the Jericho Public Library at 2PM with “Sophia Loren & Marcello Mastroianni – Icons of Italian Cinema”.

April 23

At 2PM at the Jericho Public Library, Marilyn Carminio will present a program on “America’s First Ladies” at 2PM.

Presenter: Richard Knox

Part 4 of Richard Knox's lecture series will focus on songs composed and recorded during the 1940's, including such great numbers as Jule Styne's "It's Magic" Richard Roger's "If I Loved You," Harold Arlen’s "That Old Black Magic," and many more. You will watch and listen to vocalists and arrangers both past and present interpret these timeless melodies.

April 24

“The Syosset Public Library’s Afternoon Book Discussion Group” will meet at 1:30PM to talk about The Stranger In the Woods by Michael Finkel.

Elinor Haber will be at the Jericho Public Library at 2PM to lead a discussion on “News Currents”.

“Color Chemistry”, for children in grades 2 through 6, will be held at the Jericho Public Library at 7PM.

April 25

The “Spring Painting Workshop” begins today from 6:45 to 8:45PM and will continue each week through May 9. Taught by Barbara Lewin, advanced registration is required.

April 26

“The Lost Elegance of the Great Gatsby Estates” is the subject of a lecture with Orin Finkle, Historian, at the Syosset Public Library at 2PM.

April 27

The film “Selma” will be shown at the Syosset Public Library at 2PM. Rated PG-13, the movie runs 127 minutes.

April 29

At 1PM at the Syosset Public Library, Bob Spiotto’s musical revue, “The United States of Music” will be performed.

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Though there’s no way of guaranteeing a home improvement project will yield a great return, real estate professionals often cite improving curb appeal as an excellent way to attract prospective buyers and potentially get the asking price or more when selling the home. Improving curb appeal makes even more sense in today’s real estate market, when many people do their own searching via real estate websites such as Trulia or Zillow. When using such sites, buyers will likely be less inclined to click on a listing if exterior photos of the property are not eye-catching.

Various projects, including tending to lawns and gardens, can improve curb appeal. An added benefit to focusing on landscaping to improve curb appeal is it promotes spending time outdoors in spring and summer. In addition, many lawn- and garden-related home improvement projects need not require professional expertise.

1. Maintain a lush green lawn. Lawns that fall into disrepair may not give buyers a correct impression about how homeowners maintained their homes. Lawns with multiple dead spots and grass that appears more brown than green may lead many buyers to assume

that the home’s interior was equally ill-cared for. Maintaining lush green lawns is not as difficult as it may seem. Applying fertilizer and aerating at the appropriate times of year (this varies by region) can promote strong roots and healthy soil, making it easier for grass to survive harsh conditions like drought. When watering in summer, do so in early morning or evening so as little water is lost to evaporation as possible.

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past Chamber President and current board member Chanbir Kaur, vice president/branch manager of Woodbury’s Bridgehampton (now BNB) National Bank, at the March 28 reception. He says there was a two-year effort for MapToons to reinvent the Syosset Woodbury edition of a Chamber of Commerce map after the last iteration of it came in 2009.

Snider also credited Chamber Board member and Membership Chair Alan Goldberg who worked to “get the ball rolling” and bring MapToons back to Syosset Woodbury.

“I am thrilled...We have a great turnout at each meeting compared to this time last year. Membership is growing strong and the word keeps getting out. Before we know it we will have hundreds of people involved. MapToons has a lot to do with it, and Mark was out there walking the streets, going door to door to do it. Thank you Mark!” she announced at the March 28 meeting.

The New Country Deli on Robbins Lane, located on Robbins Lane near the meeting’s host venue Island Signs and Graphics, provided refreshments, snacks and sandwiches for the March 28 gathering. A new Chamber member and neighbor of Island Signs and Graphics on Robbins Lane is DogAbility Center “where dogs touch lives” as its Executive Director Sass Levine introduced herself and the company to the Chamber of Commerce last week. Her location provides canines with assisted physical therapy and activities with its unique wellness and recovery programs.

Also at the meeting, the Syosset Woodbury Chamber of Commerce

was proud to announce its three April events. First on Monday, April 9 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. the one-year anniversary party for Scout & Molly’s boutique at 7959 Jericho Turnpike, inside the Woodbury Village shopping plaza, is on the calendar. Owner Florence Wong-Leipzig was interviewed about her store, her career, and Syosset/Woodbury business community in the March 30 edition of the Advance and News-Journal. Ezdrin says it is likely that Town of Oyster Bay officials including Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino are going to attend so business owners and representatives can meet local government to exchange ideas and provide feedback. “They can get to know you (Chamber members) and talk about the community as well” she said.

Three days after Scout & Molly’s anniversary party on Thursday evening, April 12, the Chamber will host its monthly networking mixer at George Martin 1989 restaurant & bar, located at 33 Berry Hill Road in Syosset. Complimentary appetizers and soft drinks will be served and cocktails will be half-price for attendees. The after-work event runs from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and the Chamber of Commerce administrators, Taylor Verdi and Laurie-Ann Ellul, will be available to sign up new members and collect 2018 dues from existing members. At the March 6 Chamber networking night, held at Hurricane Grill & Wings, 10 new members were signed up. Ezdrin says it is likely that Town of Oyster Bay officials including Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino are going to attend

A week after its April 12 networking night, on Thursday, April 19 the monthly Chamber business meeting will be

held, with the location at a participating business and the lineup of guest speakers to be determined shortly.

Syosset Street Fair 2.0 Proposed for a Day Early

After learning that good friends and fellow Nassau County businesspeople at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Chamber of Commerce will host their annual Fall Festival there on Sunday, September 30, the date first discussed as the return for Jackson Avenue’s next Street Fair after a one-year hiatus in 2017, the Syosset Woodbury Chamber is now planning for the last Saturday of September -September 29, all day, for the Street Fair commemorating the Chamber’s 20th year of existence.

Syosset Woodbury Chamber of Commerce Charo Ezdrin announced the likely date change at the March 28 meeting, held on Robbins Lane at Island Signs & Graphics. Last September the Plainview-Old Bethpage Chamber as well as Syosset-Woodbury co-hosted Congressman Tom Suozzi at a “business before breakfast” meeting. Ezdrin said the two

chambers talked about Street Fair timing in each area, and the consensus was the Saturday in late September makes the most sense. The business leaders believe there would be poor attendance for any local street fair held in August because the weather gets too hot to enjoy the atmosphere, and families and residents could be away for summer vacations. The date of September 29 will be made official by the Syosset-Woodbury Chamber pending its approval of a corresponding resolution at an upcoming Town of Oyster Bay Board meeting. Ezdrin expected the Town Board to approve the date by the start of April, but there was a question on the agreement to close Jackson Avenue off to vehicles during a Saturday, although some local events call for closing to roads to traffic on both weekend days. If the Town Board votes against September 29 the Chamber would then need to move back to the original proposed date of Sunday, September 30.

Town plans free family fun

Spring Festival on April 28

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The event hosted by the Town of Oyster Bay Department of Community & Youth Services. A special thanks to the following event sponsors: Steel Equities, NEFCU, PM Pediatrics, Super Soccer Stars, Moe’s Southwest Grill, Champion’s Tae Kwon Do, Stop & Shop,

Spring badminton, volleyball, basketball of fered at

Spring is here and Councilman Lou Imbroto invites residents to take part in several fun co-ed recreational programs. Co-Ed Badminton, Co-Ed Volleyball and Co-Ed Basketball will all be taking place at the Town of Oyster Bay Hicksville Athletic beginning the second week in April.

“These fun and recreational programs are open to residents age 18 and older,” Councilman Imbroto said. “They are a great way to kick-start a healthy and active spring. These programs not only offer residents health benefits, but also provide a social opportunity for making new friends.”

The Co-Ed Volleyball program starts on Monday, April 9th and will be held on Mondays from 9:00PM to 10:30PM, Wednesdays from 9:30PM to 11:00PM, and Saturdays from 8:30PM to 10:30PM. A Competitive Volleyball Hour is available to registered Spring 2018 players on Mondays from 10:30PM to 11:30PM. The cost for Volleyball is $75 for residents and $100 for non-residents. The Volleyball program is 12 weeks in duration. Proof of residency is required for the resident discount.

The Co-Ed Badminton program starts on Tuesday, April 10th. There will be two sessions available for registrants

to choose: Session 1 will be held on Tuesdays from 8:30PM to 10:00PM, Fridays from 8:30PM to 10:00PM and Sundays from 8:30PM to 10:30PM Session 2 will be held on Tuesdays from 10:00PM to 11:30PM, Fridays from 10:00PM to 11:30PM and Saturdays from 4:00PM to 6:00PM The cost for Badminton is $75 for residents and $100 for non-residents. The Badminton program is 12 weeks in duration. Proof of residency is required for the resident discount.

The Co-Ed Basketball program will begin on Thursday, April 12th with two sessions available from which to choose: Session 1 will be held on Thurs-

Mad Science, 7 Eleven, Gold Coast Studios, Sign Gypsies Long Island, Macaroni Kid, Utz Quality Foods, Kono Ice, Royal Events, The Home Depot, and Risa’s Smiley Time Kiddie Parties. For more information on the Spring Festival, please call (516) 797-7925 or visit www.oysterbaytown.com.

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days from 9:00PM to 10:30PM, Saturdays from 7:00AM to 8:30AM, and Sundays from 7:00AM to 9:00AM. Session 2 will be held on Thursdays 10:30PM to Midnight, Saturdays from 8:30AM, to 10:00AM and Sundays from 9:00AM to 11:00AM. The cost for basketball is $25 for residents and $40 for non-residents. The Basketball program is 12 weeks in duration. Proof of residency is required for the resident discount.

For further information, contact the Town of Oyster Bay Hicksville Athletic Center at (516) 733-8418 or visit www. oysterbaytown.com.

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