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OB Town Board salutes local rabbi
In honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day, the Oyster Bay Town Board recognized Rabbi Ron Csillag, of Syosset, for his unifying spiritual leadership throughout the Town, and his unwavering advocacy for the victims and hostages of the October 7th terror attacks on Israel.Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino stated, “This day marks the liberation of Auschwitz, the most infamous and deadliest concentration camp of the Holocaust. With the rise of anti-Semitism globally, Holocaust Remembrance Day and education is more important than ever.”Rabbi Ron has worked with several organizations such as “Run for Their Lives”, and “Bring Them Home,” standing as a staunch voice for the hostages in Gaza.
SHS seniors named regional finalists
Syosset High School seniors Elaine Liu and Grace Liu have been named Regional Finalists in the 2026 Coca-Cola Scholars Program, a nationally competitive academic and leadership scholarship initiative. Out of a pool of more than 107,000 applicants, only 250 students nationwide advance to this phase of the selection process, distinguishing Elaine and Grace as outstanding young leaders and community contributors.
Reaching the Regional Finalist level recognizes students for exceptional leadership, academic achievement, and dedication to service. Elaine and Grace will now participate in a 20-minute interview with a Coca-Cola Scholars
Program regional selection committee. From this group, up to 150 students will be selected as Coca-Cola Scholars — each receiving a $20,000 college scholarship and an invitation to the Coca-Cola Scholars Weekend in Atlanta this spring. As high school students, Elaine and Grace have both created non-profits focused on education. Elaine’s organization, Uplift Scholars, focuses on bridging the gap of educational and literacy inequalities by hosting classes, events, and fundraising initiatives to support low-income students worldwide. Grace’s organization, Research To Empower (ReTE), provides free, engaging, and
Elaine Liu and Grace Liu
Photo credit: Syosset Central School District
Seniors invited to join chorus group
The Town of Oyster Bay has announced that the “Golden Tones Entertainment Group” is returning to the North Massapequa Community Center this February and invites new members. This senior chorus is a social group open to Town residents over the age of 60 who have an interest in singing, dancing or entertaining. Anyone 60 and over is welcome, a great singing voice is not required to participate in this social group.
“We hear from choir members all the time how singing together lifts their spirits while providing great enjoyment to others in senior care facilities, schools and at public events,” said Councilwoman
Maier. “The Golden Tones Chorus provides a creative and social outlet for seniors to make new friends and bond over their love of music. Come join today!”
Meetings will be held every Friday, beginning Friday, January 30, at 10 a.m. at the North Massapequa Community Center, located at 214 North Albany Avenue in North Massapequa. There are two planned shows, a Spring Show as well as a Holiday Show, scheduled to be performed at the North Massapequa Community Center.
Senior citizens interested in joining the Golden Tones should call (516) 797-7916 for more information.
A Night at the Races
Catholic Daughters Court Queen of Angels #869 Hicksville invites you to a Night at the Races Saturday February 28, 2026. 103 Grumman Road West, Bethpage. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Races begin at 7:00 p.m. Cost of $20 per person includes a box dinner of chicken, roll, potato salad and coleslaw, iced tea and snacks. Coffee and tea and dessert also served. Please call Ellen by February 25 to reserve your space at (516) 390-2394. All proceeds from this evening will be donated to local charities.
Blood drive collects 102 units
Assemblyman John Mikulin (R,CBethpage) partnered with the Levittown Fire Department for his January blood drive. The drive was held on January 22 from 1:15 p.m. to 7 p.m., hosted by the New York Blood Center. Mikulin is proud to announce that the blood drive resulted in 102 units of blood, helping 306 individuals in need of blood.
“Donating blood is one of the most direct and impactful ways to help those in need in our community,” said Mikulin. “I’m proud to have been able to host this event alongside the Levittown Fire Department. I will continue to support blood donation efforts across our district.”
Town offers free tax grievance workshops
Oyster Bay Town Receiver of Taxes
Jeffrey Pravato will host four free Property Tax Assessment Grievance Workshops for residents looking to acquire information on how to challenge their 2027–2028 property tax assessments. The workshops will be held both in the morning and evening to help accommodate all residents.
“While Nassau County determines your assessed value, we in Town government want to make sure you know that you have a right as a homeowner to challenge your assessment. Remember, your assessment can only be lowered as the result of a challenge – it can never be raised – and this workshop helps you challenge for free,” said Receiver of Taxes Pravato. “If you are a homeowner who disagrees with the assessed value of your property, I invite you to attend a Property Tax Assessment Workshop, as the property tax grievance deadline of March 2nd is approaching.”
The Property Tax Grievance Workshops are scheduled as follows:
• Monday, February 2, 7 p.m. at the Hicksville Community Center, 28 W Carl St
• Tuesday, February 3, 10 a.m. at the Hicksville Community Center, 28 W
Carl St
• Wednesday, February 11, 7 p.m. at Oyster Bay Town Hall, 54 Audrey Ave, Oyster Bay
• Thursday, February 12, 10 a.m. at Oyster Bay Town Hall, 54 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay
In January, Nassau County notified residents of their home’s tentative assessed value for the 2027–2028 School Tax period and the 2028 General Tax period. Any residents who did not receive the notice may view it online at www.mynassauproperty.com or contact their County Legislator.
At the workshop, Receiver of Taxes Pravato will answer questions and show residents how to use online tools to file an “Application for Correction of Property Tax Assessment” online or via mail. There is no requirement to pay a law firm or agency to file a grievance. For those unable to attend the workshop, Receiver of Taxes Pravato offers an online video at www.oysterbaytown.com/grievancevideo. For more information, contact the Tax Office at (516) 624-6400 or visit www.oysterbaytown.com.
Abbey Lane students enter “Wizarding World”
Students
Students throughout Abbey Lane Elementary School in the Levittown School District are enjoying a thrilling unit in their physical education classes that transports them to the “Wizarding World” of Harry Potter.
The gymnasium is transformed into a Quidditch court complete with goals as students “fly” on their brooms and use scoops to toss balls. Utilizing team-
Students at Abbey Lane Elementary School are entering the “Wizarding World” of Harry Potter through games of Quidditch.
work and their best defensive and offensive skills, every student had a role to play as the matches grew more intense. Teams were divided into Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff and Ravenclaw to
up the competition and build excitement as the most skilled teams pulled ahead. Photos courtesy Levittown Public Schools
Debate team members invited to state tourney
The POBJFKHS debate team is enjoying a strong season, with multiple students qualifying for an upcoming state tournament.
The Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School (POBJFKHS) debate team is having a strong season, with several students securing qualifications for an upcoming New York State tournament.
Sophomores Ava Cohen and Charlotte Leblond fully qualified in the Public Forum debate category, while sophomore Tammy Xie qualified in the Lincoln-Douglas debate category. Additionally, sophomores Shiv Patel and Sanjana Kunam, as well as freshmen Kenisha Shah and Tianyi Liu, earned
half-qualifications to compete in the Public Forum category. Juniors Juna Saito and Ada Liu achieved half-qualifications in the Lincoln-Douglas category.
The team’s success continued at a recent tournament at Paul D. Schreiber High School in Port Washington, where POBJFKHS placed third overall for total points. The team will compete next on February 7 at Jericho High School, where several students are poised to earn their full qualifications for the state tournament.
Hicksville Water District elects district chairman
The Hicksville Water District (HWD) has announced that Commissioner William Schuckmann has been elected to serve as District Chairman throughout 2026. He was unanimously elected for the role by fellow Commissioners Karl Schweitzer and Nicholas Brigandi.
“I have devoted my entire working career to the Hicksville Water District, both as an employee and as a Commissioner,” said Chairman Schuckmann. “I have worked alongside Commissioners Schweitzer and Brigandi for decades, and I am honored that they have chosen me to lead our District for 2026. Serving as Chairman is a great privilege and I am looking forward to further advancing our ability to provide our residents with the highest-quality water available every single day.”
Chairman Schuckmann began working at the Hicksville Water District long before taking on the role of Commissioner, working at nearly every level of the District’s operations. He began as a laborer in the 1970s before serving as a foreman for much of his career. His employment at the District culminated in being named District Superintendent in 1998, a role in which he served until his retirement in 2010. During his time on the Board, Chairman Schuckmann has played a crucial role in all District operations, including overseeing the District’s rapid installation of state-of-the-art treatment systems to address the threat posed by emerging contaminants in the District’s water. Through his combined leadership with his fellow Commissioners and
HWD Superintendent Paul Granger, the HWD’s efforts have been successful, as it currently has 13 wells providing clean drinking water to its nearly 50,000 residents. His leadership in the water industry is not exclusive to the HWD, as he has previously served as President of the Nassau Suffolk Water Commissioners Association.
Chairman Schuckmann is active in the Hicksville community outside of the HWD as well. A member of the Hicksville Volunteer Fire Department for over 50 years, he has served as Company Lieutenant, Captain, Assistant Chief and Chief. Following his tenure as Chief, he was elected to serve three five-year terms as Fire Commissioner. He also has been instrumental in fundraising for the Hicksville community, assisting in local charity golf outings and raising funds for various community nonprofit organizations and local families in need through the Hicksville Boys and Girls Club. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Hicksville Chamber of Commerce and is also on the Board of Directors of the Hicksville-Jericho Rotary Club, for which he previously served as President in 2001 and 2006. Chairman Schuckmann also received the Rotary Club’s Paul Harris Award in 2022, marking the second time he received the honor. In 2025, alongside Commissioner Brigandi, he received the Chamber of Commerce’s Community Service Award for his lifetime of dedication to the betterment of all Hicksville residents.
Town offers Arts and Crafts program for toddlers
The Town of Oyster Bay has announced that the popular Toddler Arts & Crafts Program will be offered again this winter, beginning on February 10. This 6-week program offers classes at the Town’s Ice Skating Center Community Room in Bethpage and at the Hicksville Athletic Center, and is open to children ages 2 through 4.
“The Town’s Toddler Arts & Crafts Program is a wonderful way to help support your toddler’s development through nurturing their artistic expression,” said Town Councilman Andrew Monteleone. “Classes will certainly fill up quickly as
this program offers children an opportunity to meet others their age and explore their creativity. Highlights of the program include holiday crafts and ceramics.”
The Toddler Arts & Crafts Program begins February 10th and is 6 weeks in duration. Residents who sign their toddler up for the program must choose one class per week, per child. Classes will take place on:
• Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. for twoyear-olds, and 11:00 a.m. for three-andfour-year-olds at the Hicksville Athletic Center in Hicksville;
• Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. for
two-year-olds, and 11:00 a.m. for threeand-four-year-olds at the Ice Skating Center Community Room in Bethpage;
• Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. for twoyear-olds, and 11:00 a.m. for three-andfour-year-olds at the Ice Skating Center Community Room in Bethpage.
Registration will be available online through the Parks Registration Portal at oysterbaytown.com/sports beginning Wednesday, January 14, at 9 a.m. Space is limited- first come, first serve. Registration will close when the program reaches full capacity.
Each class is approximately 45 min-
Attention students!
Graduated from school? Have an outstanding GPA? Made the honor roll or Dean’s List? Scored an internship or study abroad opportunity?
utes. The cost of the program is $35 per child who is a Town resident, and $45 per child whose care giver is a Town resident but not the child. The child’s birth certificate and a tax or utility bill will be required to validate age and proof of residency. A guardian must be present during the class. A smock and supplies will be provided with enrollment. The final day to request a refund for this program will be February 19, 2026.
The Toddler Arts & Crafts Program is run by the Town’s Parks Department, Recreation Division. For further information, please call (516) 797-7945.
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Physics meets phys. ed. at Northside School
Students at Northside Elementary School are creating standing structures as part of their physical education “Castle Construction and Demolition” unit.
Physical education classes at Northside Elementary School in the Levittown School District recently started an exciting new adventure that incorporates their knowledge of physics.
Kindergarten through fifth grade classes are participating in the unit “Castle Construction and Demolition,” an engaging group activity that has students utilizing hula hoops to create standing structures. Using teamwork, creativity and strategic planning, groups design and construct their own castles. They then put their cre-
ations to the test as students climbed inside during the “Castle Exploration Challenge,” strengthening problem-solving abilities and spatial awareness through hands-on learning. The excitement continued with the high-energy game of “Castle Ball,” where students demolished their castles while sharpening their throwing and accuracy skills — and having a blast along the way. As the unit continues, students will construct more creative builds and dynamic demolitions.
Photos courtesy Levittown Public Schools
Teams showed off their tall creations.
Levittown Chamber Installation Dinner
and
fifth left) attended the Levittown Chamber of Commerce Installation Dinner on January 21 at the Grand Stage Diner in East Meadow. Also attending were President William Powell, Past President Christine Sweeney, 1st Vice President Gary Tarlov, 2nd Vice President Richie Krug, and Treasurer Michael Levy; Board of Directors members Adam Novak, Dana Walsh-Sivak, Donald Patane, Pete Stasinski,
Board of Education meeting dates
The Bethpage Public Schools Board of Education will meet as follows: Agenda Meeting: Tuesday, February 10, at 7:30 p.m. in the Administration Building, District Conference Room, 10 Cherry Ave., Bethpage.
Regular Meeting: Tuesday, February 24, at 7:30 p.m. in the Administration Building, District Conference Room, 10 Cherry Ave., Bethpage.
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Hempstead Town Supervisor John Ferretti (rear, seventh left), Councilman Dennis Dunne (rear, sixth left),
Town Clerk Kate Murray (rear,
Levittown students dress for the job they want
Elementary students from throughout the Levittown School District dressed to impress as they presented their work in the Career Exploration program at the Jan. 7 board of education meeting.
In front of backdrops representing places of work like a library, police department and a hospital, students from all five Levittown elementary schools dressed for the matching job. They discussed the many things they have learned in the Career Exploration program, which introduces Levittown’s youngest learners to a variety of professions, helping spark curiosity and inspire future aspirations. Through direct interaction with professionals from a broad range of careers, as well as engaging lessons that have students take on the role, students gain a clearer understanding of how classroom learning connects to real-world careers. Through a video presentation, trustees and guests saw these lessons in action as students checked a teddy bear with a stethoscope to learn about being a doctor, studied various rocks and minerals as
geologists, counted money as bank tellers and assembled structures as carpenters.
“Career Exploration at the ele -
A project manager and a bank teller were represented by
mentary level is not about choosing a job,” Director of Elementary Education Michelle Kelly said. “It’s about building awareness, helping
students understand that learning has purpose and that their interests can grow into future opportunities.”
students David Leu and Denis Jimenez.
Sebastian Barea and Penelope Ramos dressed as an animator and a restaurant manager.
Levittown elementary school students presented the Career Exploration program at the Jan. 7 board of education meeting and were joined by their Career Exploration teachers.
Superintendent Todd Winch shared a high-five with a student.
Jonas E. Salk Middle School student Nathan d’Auteuil narrated the presentation.
Photos courtesy Levittown Public Schools
PUBLIC NOTICE OF COUNTY TREASURER’S SALE OF TAX LIENS ON REAL ESTATE
Notice is hereby given that I shall, commencing on February 17, 2026, sell at public on-line auction the tax liens on real estate herein-after described, unless the owner, mortgagee, occupant of or any other party-in-interest in such real estate shall pay to the County Treasurer by February 12, 2026 the total amount of such unpaid taxes or assessments with the interest, penalties and other expenses and charges, against the property. Such tax liens will be sold at the lowest rate of interest, not exceeding 10 per cent per six month's period, for which any person or persons shall offer to take the total amount of such unpaid taxes as de ned in section 5-37.0 of the Nassau County Administrative Code. Effective with the February 17, 2026 lien sale, Ordinance No. 175-2015 requires a $175.00 per day registration fee for each person who intends to bid at the tax lien sale. Ordinance No. 175-2015 also requires that upon the issuance of the Lien Certi cate there is due from the lien buyer a Tax Certi cate Issue Fee of $20.00 per lien purchased.
Pursuant to the provisions of the Nassau County Administrative Code at the discretion of the Nassau County Treasurer the auction will be conducted online. Further information concerning the procedures for the auction is available at the website of the Nassau County Treasurer at: https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/526/County-Treasurer
Should the Treasurer determine that an in-person auction shall be held, same will commence on the 17th day of February, 2026 at the Of ce of The County Treasurer 1 West Street, Mineola or at some other location to be determined by the Treasurer.
The liens are for arrears of School District taxes for the year 2024 - 2025 and/or County, Town, and Special District taxes for the year 2025. The following is a partial listing of the real estate located in school district number(s) 13, 12, 11 in the Town of Oyster Bay only, upon which tax liens are to be sold, with a brief description of the same by reference to the County Land and Tax Map, the name of the owner or occupant as the same appears on the 2024/2025 tentative assessment roll, and the total amount of such unpaid taxes.
IMPORTANT
THE NAMES OF OWNERS SHOWN ON THIS LIST MAY NOT NECESSARILY BE THE NAMES OF THE PERSONS OWNING THE PROPERTY AT THE TIME OF THIS ADVERTISEMENT. SUCH NAMES HAVE BEEN TAKEN FROM THE 2024/2025 TENTATIVE ASSESSMENT ROLLS AND MAY DIFFER FROM THE NAMES OF THE OWNERS AT THE TIME OF PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. IT MAY ALSO BE THAT SUCH OWNERS ARE NOMINAL ONLY AND ANOTHER PERSON IS ACTUALLY THE BENEFICIAL OWNER.
Town of Oyster Bay
School: 11 Cold Spring Harbor CSD Name
14 A 01920
14 A 11480 SINGH
14027 00100 CESAR
25048 00180
25063 00120
25063 0023B JOTWANI
25064 00180 COSTELLO
26 A 1174B
26002 00470
Town of Oyster Bay School: 12 Syosset
15047 02100
15075 00170
LAMENDOLA GIOVANNI & ANNA
15075 00190
HUANG CHIN FUN
15075 00390
CATALDO JOSEPH & IDA
15079 00260
BEYER ANN C
15087 00060
PONTILLO ANTHONY & FRANCES
15088 00220
BAIG MUZAFFER
15103 00410
FIORENTINO GENE & STELLA
15159 00120
LEO RALPH & MARIA
15180 00020
PREVOR ABBE
25 B 06660
FEINSTEIN HOWARD & JAQUELINE
25 C0103190
CASPI AVI D & LAUREN M
25 C011051A 1051A-1051B
IPPOLITO CHRISTINE A & FREDERICK
25 G 03360
ZACCARELLI JO ANN
25001 00030
SMITH E L
25002 00940
SPLIT ROCK LEGAL REALTY LLC
25009 00250
BERNSTEIN STEVEN R & AUDREY
25029 00070
MACCARONE JR D SAXL & LOUIS
25030 00100
LAFFERTY JOSEPH & LENA
25035 00350
JOSEPHER AUGUSTUS & BARBARA S TRUSTS
25038 00020
Town of Oyster Bay School: 12 Syosset
Name Parcel
MAXIMA REAL ESTATE - 244 MEW LLC
25046 00310
DRUCH ANDREW & KIMBERLY MATHIS
25058 01050
GENTILE DORIS TRUST
25061 00050
Town of Oyster Bay
School: 13 Woodbury
TREECO CENTERS
12 E 00200
RTNERSHIP TREECO CENTERS LIMITED PA 12 E 05410
KANTERMAN
or may become subject to such proceedings which may be commenced during the period in which a lien is held by a successful bidder or the assignee of same, which may modify a Purchaser's rights with respect to the lien(s) the property securing same. Such bankruptcy proceedings shall not affect the validity of the tax lien. In addition to being subject to pending bankruptcy proceedings and/or the Federal and State Soldiers' and Sailors' Civil Relief Acts, said purchaser's right of foreclosure may be affected by the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act (FIRREA), 12 U.S.C. ss 1811 et. seq., with regard to real property under Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) receivership.
The County Treasurer reserves the right, without further notice and at any time, to withdraw from sale any of the parcels of land or premises herein listed.
The rate of interest and penalty which any person purchases the tax lien shall be established by his bid. Each purchaser, immediately after the sale thereof, shall pay to the County Treasurer ten per cent of the amount from which the tax liens have been sold and the remaining ninety per cent within thirty days after such sale. If the purchaser at the tax sale shall fail to pay the remaining ninety per cent within ten days after he has been noti ed by the County Treasurer that the certi cates of sale are ready for delivery, then all deposited with the County Treasurer including but not limited to the ten per cent theretofore paid by him shall, without further notice or demand, be irrevocably forfeited by the purchaser and shall be retained by the County Treasurer as liquidated damages and the agreement to purchase be of no further effect.
Time is of the essence in this sale. This sale is held pursuant to the Nassau County Administrative Code and interested parties are referred to such Code for additional information as to terms of sale, rights of purchasers, maximum rates of interest and other legal incidents of the sale.
Furthermore, as to the bidding,
1. The bidder(s) agree that they will not work with any other bidder(s) to increase, maintain or stabilize interest rates or collaborate with any other bidder(s) to gain an unfair competitive advantage in the random number generator in the event of a tie bid(s) on a tax certi cate. Bidder(s) further agree not to employ any bidding strategy designed to create an unfair competitive advantage in the tiebreaking process in the upcoming tax sale nor work with any other bidder(s) to engage in any bidding strategy that will result in a rotational award of tax certi cates.
2. The tax certi cate(s) the Bidder will bid upon, and the interest rate(s) bid, will be arrived at independently and without direct or indirect consultation, communication or agreement with any other bidder and that the tax certi cate(s) the Bidder will bid upon, and the interest rate(s) to be bid, have not been disclosed, directly or indirectly, to any other bidder, and will not be disclosed, directly or indirectly, to any other bidder prior to the close of bidding. No attempt has been made or will be made to, directly or indirectly, induce any other bidder to refrain from bidding on any tax certi cate, to submit complementary bids, or to submit bids at speci c interest rates.
3. The bids to be placed by the Bidder will be made in good faith and not pursuant to any direct or indirect, agreement or discussion with, or inducement from, any other bidder to submit a complementary or other noncompetitive bid.
4. If it is determined that the bidder(s) have violated any of these bid requirements then their bid shall be voided and if they were the successful bidder the lien and any deposits made, in connection with, said bid shall be forfeited.
This list includes only tax liens on real estate located in Town of Oyster Bay. Such other tax liens on real estate are advertised as follows:
Town of Hempstead District 1001
HEMPSTEAD BEACON,
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK TREND
NEW YORK POST
UNIONDALE BEACON
LEGAL NOTICES
District 1003
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
UNIONDALE BEACON
EAST MEADOW HERALD
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEIGHBOR NEWSPAPERS
NEW YORK POST
District 1004
BELLMORE HERALD
MERRICK/BELLMORE TRIBUNE
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEIGHBOR NEWSPAPERS
NEW YORK POST
District 1005
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEIGHBOR NEWSPAPERS
NEW YORK POST
THE NASSAU OBSERVER
District 1006
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
SEAFORD HERALD CITIZEN
WANTAGH HERALD CITIZEN
District 1007
BELLMORE HERALD
MERRICK/BELLMORE TRIBUNE
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
District 1008
BALDWIN HERALD
HEMPSTEAD BEACON,
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
District 1009
FREEPORT HERALD
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
District 1010
BALDWIN HERALD
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
District 1011
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
OCEANSIDE TRIBUNE
OCEANSIDE/ISLAND PARK HERALD
District 1012
MALVERNE/WEST HEMPSTEAD HERALD
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
VALLEY STREAM/MALVERN TRIBUNE
District 1013
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
VALLEY STREAM HERALD
VALLEY STREAM/MALVERN TRIBUNE
District 1014
FIVE TOWNS JEWISH TIMES
FIVE TOWNS TRIBUNE
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NASSAU HERALD (FIVE TOWNS)
NEW YORK POST
District 1015
FIVE TOWNS JEWISH TIMES
FIVE TOWNS TRIBUNE
JEWISH STAR
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
District 1017
FRANKLIN SQ/ELMONT HERALD
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NASSAU ILLUSTRATED NEWS
NEW HYDE PARK FLORAL PARK HERALD COURIER
NEW YORK POST
District 1018
GARDEN CITY NEWS
GARDEN CITY TRIBUNE
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NASSAU ILLUSTRATED NEWS
NEW YORK POST
District 1019
EAST ROCKAWAY TRIBUNE
LYNBROOK/EAST ROCKAWAY HERALD
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
ROCKAWAY JOURNAL
District 1020
EAST ROCKAWAY TRIBUNE
LYNBROOK/EAST ROCKAWAY HERALD
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
ROCKVILLE CENTRE HERALD District 1021
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
ROCKVILLE CENTRE HERALD
ROCKVILLE CENTRE TRIBUNE
District 1022
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW HYDE PARK FLORAL PARK HERALD COURIER
NEW YORK POST
District 1023
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
SEAFORD HERALD CITIZEN
WANTAGH HERALD CITIZEN District 1024
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
VALLEY STREAM HERALD
VALLEY STREAM/MALVERN TRIBUNE District 1025
MERRICK HERALD
MERRICK/BELLMORE TRIBUNE
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST District 1026
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
THE NASSAU OBSERVER District 1027
MALVERNE/WEST HEMPSTEAD HERALD
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST District 1028
LONG BEACH HERALD
LONG BEACH TRIBUNE
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST District 1029
MERRICK HERALD
MERRICK/BELLMORE TRIBUNE
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST District 1030
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
District 1002
HEMPSTEAD BEACON,
District 1016
FRANKLIN SQ/ELMONT HERALD
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
VALLEY STREAM HERALD
VALLEY STREAM/MALVERN TRIBUNE District 1031
ISLAND PARK TRIBUNE
LEGAL NOTICES
District 1201
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
OCEANSIDE/ISLAND PARK HERALD
EAST MEADOW HERALD
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NASSAU ILLUSTRATED NEWS
NEW YORK POST
District 1205
MALVERNE/WEST HEMPSTEAD HERALD
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NASSAU ILLUSTRATED NEWS
NEW HYDE PARK FLORAL PARK HERALD COURIER
NEW YORK POST
Town of North Hempstead
District 2001
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NASSAU ILLUSTRATED NEWS
NEW YORK POST
District 2002
MINEOLA WILLISTON TIMES
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NASSAU ILLUSTRATED NEWS
NEW YORK POST
District 2003
MANHASSET PRESS
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
ROSLYN NEWS TIMES
District 2004
MANHASSET PRESS
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
PORT WASHINGTON NEWS
District 2005
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NASSAU ILLUSTRATED NEWS
NEW HYDE PARK FLORAL PARK HERALD COURIER
NEW YORK POST
District 2006
MANHASSET PRESS
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
PORT WASHINGTON NEWS
District 2007
GREAT NECK NEWS RECORD
JEWISH STAR
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
District 2009
MINEOLA WILLISTON TIMES
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NASSAU ILLUSTRATED NEWS
NEW YORK POST
District 2010
MINEOLA WILLISTON TIMES
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NASSAU ILLUSTRATED NEWS
NEW YORK POST
District 2011
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NASSAU ILLUSTRATED NEWS
NEW YORK POST
District 2022
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NASSAU ILLUSTRATED NEWS
NEW HYDE PARK FLORAL PARK HERALD COURIER
NEW YORK POST
District 2301
GLEN COVE OYSTER BAY RECORD PILOT
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
THE NORTH SHORE LEADER
District 2315
JERICHO NEWS JOURNAL
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
SYOSSET JERICHO TRIBUNE
Town of Oyster Bay District 3001
GLEN COVE OYSTER BAY RECORD PILOT
NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE
NEW YORK POST
THE NORTH SHORE LEADER District 3002
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Town to hold Valentines Vow Renewal Ceremony
The Town of Oyster Bay invites residents to renew their wedding vows at a special ceremony in recognition of Valentine’s Day, on Friday, February 13th, at Oyster Bay Town Hall. Co-sponsored by Raynham Hall Museum, the event will include a reading of America’s First Valentine, which was written on February 14, 1779 in Oyster Bay. The special ceremony will take place at 11 a.m. and will include light refreshments for all guests.
“Valentine’s Day is the most romantic day of the year, and
many couples celebrate their wedding anniversaries on this special day. We look forward to making this special day even better as couples renew their marriage vows and declare their endless love for one another,” said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino.
“Couples often select Valentine’s Day to celebrate their relationship,” added Town Clerk Richard LaMarca. “It may be a sentimental choice for couples who had their first date, first kiss, or even engagement on Valentine’s Day. Whatever
the reason, we are proud to offer this special vow renewal ceremony at Town Hall.”
The ceremony will take place at Oyster Bay Town Hall, 54 Audrey Avenue in Oyster Bay hamlet. The event is offered free of charge to Town residents but reservations are required. Residents interested in renewing their wedding vows should RSVP to (516) 6246380 by February 9th.
The story of America’s first Valentine is a proud piece of Oyster Bay history which dates back to the time of the Revolu-
tionary War, as British troops occupied Long Island homes. During the height of the American Revolutionary War, love improbably blossomed between Lt. Col Simcoe and a young patriot named Sally Townsend as the Townsend property served as a headquarters for a regiment of 300 British troops. Lt. Col. Simcoe presented Sally with a poem he wrote asking her to be his Valentine, and his famous poem, entitled ‘Will You Be My Valentine,’ became the first documented written Valentine in America.
SHS seniors named regional finalists
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entry-level research education for K–12 students. In addition to her nonprofit work, Grace is the author of Research to Empower, published by Post Hill Press and distributed by Simon & Schuster worldwide, further reinforcing her com-
mitment to expanding access to research education and academic opportunities.
“Being named a regional finalist in the Coca-Cola Scholars program is a remarkable achievement that reflects Elaine and Grace’s commitment to excellence and
service,” said Dr. Giovanni Durante, Syosset High School principal. “We look forward to celebrating their continued success.”
As Regional Finalists, Elaine and Grace join a talented cohort of students who have demonstrated ambition,
initiative, and impact in their schools and communities. Whether through leadership roles, community service, or academic excellence, the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation recognizes these students as future leaders prepared to make a meaningful difference.
Councilwoman Laura Maier, Town Clerk Rich LaMarca, Supervisor Joe Saladino, Councilman Andrew Monteleone and Tax Receiver Jeff Pravato celebrate with over 100 couples at a prior year's Valentine’s Day Vow Renewal ceremony at Town Hall.
Upcoming Events at the Jericho Public Library
Thursday, February 5
10:00 a.m.: Stepping Stones to Milestones (Ages 18–28 Months)Come join Miss Renee and Miss Amy for an adventure in Language, Learning and FUN! Creative activities will focus on helping your child as they venture down the path toward age appropriate milestones.
11:00 a.m.: Stepping Stones to Milestones (Ages 29–47 Months)Come join Miss Renee, a literary specialist, and Miss Amy, a former speech and language pathologist, for an adventure in Language, Learning and FUN! Creative activities will focus on helping your child as they venture down the path toward age appropriate milestones.
1:00 p.m.: HYBRID: The Passionate Reader: Heartwood by Amity GaigeWhen experienced Appalachian Trail hiker Valerie Gillis disappears in the Maine woods, she documents her struggle to survive in letters to her mother. Game Warden Beverly leads the search, while Lena, a seventy-six-year-old birdwatcher, turns armchair detective. As their stories intersect, a chilling truth emerges--Valerie’s disappearance may not be accidental.
4:00 p.m.: VIRTUAL: Art Workshop with Art Teacher Amy (Grades 1-6)Follow along with Art Teacher Amy as she leads you through creating your own masterpiece in the style of great artists.
Friday, February 6
1:00 p.m.: Cooking Demonstration: Valentine's Vanilla Drizzled Chocolate Chip Scones with Chef Rob - In this class, we will be making Valentine’s vanilla drizzled mini chocolate chip scones. Everyone will make 16 mini chocolate Chip Scones ready to take home and bake. Please bring: a cookie sheet, rubber spatula, large bowl and a small container with a lid.$5.00 per person; non refundable.
4:30 p.m.: The Realm of Dragons with The Whaling Museum (Grades 1–5) - Kick off the Lunar New Year with an adventure through dragon myths from around the world. Uncover how real-life sea creatures sparked dragon legends, and bring the wonder home by designing a movable dragon craft. This program is presented by The Whaling Museum.
Saturday, February 7
10:00 a.m.: Walk-In Craft (Grades K through 4) - Come on in to the children's room and make a cute monster Valentine’s Day card! Supplies will be available from 10:00 a.m. through
3:00 p.m., while supplies last. No registration necessary.
2:00 p.m.: Art Reception: Andrea Papson - Working primarily in acrylic on canvas, Andrea gravitates toward the movement, unpredictability, and emotion found in acrylic pour paintings and acrylic inks. Her recent pieces explore color, fluidity, and the joy of surrendering to the creative process. The public is invited to attend.
Sunday, February 8
2:00 p.m.: Movie Day: “Wicked: For Good” (2025) - Elphaba, cast out as the Wicked Witch, hides in the forest, fighting for Oz's oppressed Animals and seeking to reveal the Wizard's lies. Glinda, now a beloved public figure, enjoys fame in Emerald City but is troubled by her lost bond with Elphaba. As she tries to reconcile them, tensions rise, affecting Boq, Fiyero, and Nessarose, especially when a girl from Kansas arrives. In the face of rising conflict, Elphaba and Glinda must reunite, confronting truth and empathy to change Oz forever. Rated PG, 2h 40m.
2:30 p.m.: Little VEX Innovators with Infinite Robotics Inc. (Grades K–3) - This program engages kids in hands-on building and coding with VEX IQ robotics, making it perfect for curious elementary students eager to explore the world of robotics!
Monday, February 9
10:00 a.m.: Teens: Take & Make: The Great Backyard Bird CountCome pick up your very own DIY bird watching kit and join in this years Great Backyard Bird Count, which takes place from February 13–16! Each year people from around the world come together to watch, learn about, count, and celebrate birds. Join us this year as we participate in the 2026 Backyard Bird Count, which takes place from February 13-16. It is recommended that you use a smartphone and download The Cornell Lab Merlin App and the eBird App to help you identify birds and submit your data. You will then watch for birds at home or at your favorite park, submit your data, and become a citizen scientist!
2:30 p.m.: Mini Masters: Clay Creations (Ages 3 to 5 Years) - Three to five-year-olds and their caregivers will have fun exploring famous artworks and making their own art in this program designed especially to support early childhood learning. Caregiver must attend with child
4:00 p.m.: Afterschool Adventures in Art: How to be a Famous Artist
(Grades 1–6) - Discover the story of Horace Pippin, a disabled African American veteran who overcame obstacles and taught himself to be an artist. Explore his paintings of Abraham Lincoln and his scenes of childhood memories, then create your own art.
6:30 p.m.: Teens: Hackers Cybersecurity Game - Delve into the exciting world of cybersecurity with Hackers: A Cybersecurity Game! This interactive program will equip you with the knowledge and skills to navigate the digital landscape safely and confidently. The logic game that proves coding can be cool! Playing through the increasingly difficult challenges will improve logical reasoning, spatial reasoning and planning skills, all through fun gameplay, and teach core programming principles.
Tuesday, February 10
11:00 a.m.: VIRTUAL: Guided Meditation for Self-Healing with Patricia Anderson - Join Pat for one or all of the meditation sessions to bring harmony and balance into your life. Learn the beautiful practice of Jin Shin Jyutsu to help your body heal and keep you relaxed.
Wednesday, February 11
10:30 a.m.: Baby & Toddler Play Time (Ages 3 Months to 3 Years) - Enjoy playtime at the library with your baby or toddler! Little ones can explore, play, and interact with other children during this relaxed, unstructured time, while caregivers enjoy special moments together. We’ll provide a variety of fun toys and board books in a warm, welcoming space for everyone to enjoy. No registration necessary!
4:00 p.m.: Learn to Crochet! (Grades 4-6) - Tweens - Join us for this beginner crochet class! You will learn in a comfortable, relaxed environment, and practice the chain (slip) stitch and single crochet. We encourage participants to attend both sessions so you can reinforce the fabulous new skill you will have learned. All materials are supplied. Please note that although these programs run for 2 hours, we understand if you have to leave early. It takes time to learn crochet, but you can do it!
6:30 p.m.: Paint Night with Madhumita Sen - Celebrate February with a peaceful winter-forest painting session. Learn to blend soft pastel skies, shape snowy hills, paint evergreens, and create shimmering reflections on ice. This workshop is perfect for all skill levels and offers a calm,
creative escape into the beauty of winter. $5.00 per person; non refundable. 6:30 p.m.: VIRTUAL: Silver Scribblers: Creative Writing Workshop - Everyone has a story to tell -- what’s yours? Join Silver Scribblers, the library’s creative writing group designed especially for older adults who love words, memories, and imagination. Whether you’re jotting down family stories, crafting poetry, or exploring new forms of writing, this friendly group offers encouragement, inspiration, and a welcoming space to share your voice.
Thursday, February 12
7:00 p.m.: Books Before Bedtime (Ages 4-8) - Wind down at the end of the day with Miss Liz. First, you’ll hear a great story, then do a craft - all before bedtime!
Friday, February 13
1:00 p.m.: Open Play: Mahjong and Cards - Whether its Bridge, Canasta, Mahjong, or any other card game, bring your friends and enjoy a game day at the library.Please remember to bring your own supplies.
2:00 p.m.: VIRTUAL : Great Performers: Gary Cooper, Film’s Champion of the Common Man with Marc Courtade - Gary Cooper’s 35-year film career spanned 84 films from the silent era through Hollywood’s Golden Age. Versatile across genres, he defined a new kind of hero--champion of the common man--in classics such as “Mr. Deeds Goes to Town”, “Sergeant York”, and “The Pride of the Yankees”. Later roles in “High Noon ” and “ Friendly Persuasion ” reflected a more complex, conflicted hero. A two-time Academy Award winner and Honorary Oscar recipient, Cooper remains one of Hollywood’s most respected and enduring actors.
4:00 p.m.: Teens Community Service: Craft Corner Earn community service credit as you assist younger children in making a fun craft, then help us clean up! Jericho cardholders only.
4:00 p.m.: Valentine Fun: Stories, Crafts, & Cookies (Grades K-3) Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the library with a special storytime, a heart-themed craft, and decorating Valentine’s Day cookies.
Register for all events at https:// www.jericholibrary.org/events/ month
Non-residents may register beginning two weeks before each program.
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From classes to lectures and concerts to movie screenings, there's never a dull day at your local library!
Check this paper each week for fun and informative all-ages activities, all for free or cheap!
Library to present sensoryfriendly children’s program
On Sunday, March 22, at 12:15 p.m., Syosset Public Library will host a sensory friendly production, “Flat Stanley The Musical”, for children with autism spectrum disorders and their families. This production has been modified by Sunrise Theatre Company, and will be presented in the library’s theater. The performance will last approximately one hour. A calming corner with coping tools will be available for use out-
side the theater. Seats will be available beginning February 9 for families with children on the autism spectrum and sensory sensitivities. Reserve seats by email splchildrens@syossetlibrary.org or by phone (516-921-7185). Registration will open to all beginning March 9, if space is available.
For more information visit the library’s website at www.syossetlibrary.org
Free concerts at libraries during February
The Town of Oyster Bay has announced that the Distinguished Artists Concert Series will continue with free performances at local libraries throughout the Town.
“The Distinguished Artists Concert Series provides free musical and dance programs for the enjoyment of our residents,” said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “I encourage residents to take advantage of these wonderful performances offered by the Town for free at local libraries.”
Scheduled performances for February include:
• Blueprint Blue on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library – A tribute to the music of Steely Dan. Open to all. Free Tickets required. Tickets available at the library beginning January 26. For more information, contact the library at (516) 938-0077.
• Back on Bourbon Street on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the Jericho Public Library – Playing the best musical grooves of New Orleans from the 1950’s through today. You’ll hear the righton sounds of Dr. John, The Neville Brothers, Fats Domino & many more! Open to all. Free Tickets required. Two tickets per person. Tickets available at the library beginning January 25. For more information, contact the library at
(516) 935-6790.
• Art Lillard & The Blue Heaven Swing Sextet on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the Massapequa Public Library – The group plays a variety of swing standards and no-so-standard swing and blues numbers, written by such luminaries as Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Jelly Roll Morton, and Lester Young.
• Pure Joy with Paige Patterson on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the Hicksville Public Library – Musical therapy for the soul! A feel-good mix of best-loved songs from Sinatra to Santana, Bon Jovi to Broadway.
• The Little Big Band on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library – The Little Big Band pays homage to the elegant and awe-inspiring bands of the ‘30s, ‘40s, ‘50s, and beyond. Open to all. Free Tickets required. Tickets available at the library beginning January 17th. For more information, contact the library at (516) 938-0077.
The Distinguished Artists Concert Series is sponsored by the Cultural and Performing Arts (CAPA) Division of the Town of Oyster Bay’s Department of Community & Youth Services. For the full concert schedule and further information, please call (516) 797-7900 or visit www.oysterbaytown.com/CAPA.
This Week at the Syosset Public Library
Fridays, February 6 and February 13, at 10:00 a.m.
Simply Stronger with Balance (VIRTUAL)
Instructor: Mindy Vasta
Handheld weights, resistance bands and balls will help improve strength, flexibility, and coordination. Includes a balance segment to enhance posture, core strength, and proper alignment of muscle groups. Exercises can be performed sitting or standing. Equipment recommended but not required. Registration needed. Register at syossetlibrary.org. The Zoom link will be sent out once you register.
Friday, February 6, at 11:00 a.m.
The Presidents of Mt. Rushmore and the Constitution, Part 1 (IN-PERSON)
Presenter: James Coll, adjunct professor of American and Constitutional history, Nassau Community College, and retired NYPD detective
A look at constitutional questions that faced the Mt. Rushmore presidents, their biographies, and the history of the monument. No registration needed.
Friday, February 6, at 2:00 p.m.
Friday Movie at the Library (IN-PERSON)
Join us for an afternoon movie at the library. Check our website for the movie that will be shown. Go to syossetlibrary.org.
Sunday, February 8, at 1:00 p.m.
Concert: Latin Jazz Fusion with Traditional Chinese Music with Dongfeng Liu Duo (IN-PERSON)
Enjoy this fusing of cultures and music. The Dongfeng Liu Duo draws on influences from native China, fusing them with American jazz harmonies and Caribbean rhythms. Dongfeng Liu is an award-winning jazz pianist, composer, and arranger. Registration needed. Register at syossetlibrary.org.
Monday, February 9, from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Card & Board Games (IN-PERSON)
the news shouldn’t mean breaking the bank.
Bring a game to play with your friends for the afternoon. Play canasta, Mah Jongg (must have table covering), or a board game. Rooms will be set up with tables and chairs. You will need to bring your own game and playing partners. No registration needed.
Tuesday, February 10, at 11:15 a.m.
Mind in Movement (VIRTUAL)
Instructor: Mindy Vasta
This class consists of aerobic movement to improve cardiovascular fitness. All movements can be performed standing or sitting. Proper footwear is needed. Registration needed. Register at syossetlibrary.org. The Zoom link will be sent out once you register.
Tuesday, February 10, at 2:00 p.m. Romance Book
Discussion (IN-PERSON)
In celebration of Valentine’s Day, join Donna, Readers’ Services Librarian, for an in-person discussion of the romance novel “Nora Goes Off Script” by Annabel Monaghan. Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desk one month before the discussion. No registration needed.
Tuesday, February 10, at 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday Trivia Nights! (Salute in Plainview)
Join us at Salute in the Plainview Shopping Center and get ready to put your wits to the test and your drinks to the side – it’s bar trivia night! Whether you’re a pop culture guru, a sports fanatic, or just here for the fun, there’s something for everyone. Event will take place at 397A South Oyster Bay Road, Plainview, NY 11803. Registration needed. Register at syossetlibrary.org.
Thursday, February 12, at 2:00 p.m.
Crowned in British: Tiaras & Jewelry of the British Royal Family (VIRTUAL) Presenter: Valerie Gugala, historical lecturer
The tiaras and jewelry, which are magnificent adornments, have not only adorned the head and necks of royalty but have also become symbols of tradition, power and elegance. We will explore the history, significance, and stories behind some of the most iconic and cherished pieces. No registration is needed. For Zoom Link, go to syossetlibrary.org.
Friday, February 13, at 2:00 p.m.
Friday, Movie at the Library (In-Person)
Join us for an afternoon movie at the library. Check our website for the movie that will be shown. Go to syossetlibrary.org.
See what's happening at your library! From classes to lectures and concerts to movie screenings, there's never a dull day at your local library! Check this paper each week for fun and informative all-ages activities, all for free or cheap!
New York Travel Show: Pauline Frommer Advises Where, How to Go in 2026
BY KAREN RUBIN TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE
If you think that your bucket-list destinations will be more in reach price-wise in the off-season, you will find there is no such thing as an “off season” any more – travel is a lifestyle, ubiquitous throughout the year. Indeed, weather extremes are pushing the crowds that would have crammed Paris, Florence, and Venice in the summer peak to what would be the “shoulder season,” now offering little relief from crowds and high costs of “high season.”
But, travel expert Pauline Frommer, giving her popular talk at the New York Travel Show, advises set your compass to the secondary destinations that are not as high on people’s lists, helping those marquee destinations free themselves from the blight of overtourism, at the same time spreading the economic and cultural benefits that tourists bring to these lesser frequented places.
“Right now it is so important to consider secondary cities. Often these “secondary cities” have the same types of attractions as the brand name destination, but fewer visitors and lower costs”.
Instead of Amsterdam, which can be so damn crowded, visit Utrecht, a beautiful little city half hour outside Amsterdam, with the same canals, even more beautiful because there are 2 levels, lined with cafes, bars, and fairy lights at night. Utrecht has great museums – you can get a hotel for $65/ night in November (half the cheapest available in Amsterdam).
Here are Frommer’s recommen-
dations for destinations and experiences to enjoy in 2026 “where you will find travel new all over again”, places that will have great celebrations or be affordable, accessible (see Frommers. com/BestPlaces2026)
Oulu, Finland: may well be best known for world air guitar championships, but Frommer is recommending Oulu this year because this little community 20 miles south of the Arctic Circle (incredible wilderness, the Northern Lights will be prominent this year, indigenous cultures), is the European Capital of Culture for 2026. Hundreds of artists of all sorts will descend on Oulu, creating site-specific performances.
Viti Levu, Fiji is like Hawaii, with gorgeous beaches, but much less crowded and much cheaper on the ground than Hawaii, with lots of mom and pop resorts, plus traditional Pacific culture, and now, much cheaper to get
there because, for the first time, there are direct flights from the USA, making getting to Fiji finally affordable. Jasper, Alberta, Canada: two years ago Jasper was afflicted with horrific wildfires. Frommer is recommending visiting now because, “You can go and not realize what happened, but going specifically for fire ecology tours in burned areas and learn how to stop that from happening, how to regenerate and meet the people doing that - more important with climate change. Also, Jasper is another place to experience the Northern Lights that are forecast to be spectacular this year. The Rocky Mountaineer train this year, because of FIFA World Cup, is not going to Vancouver-Banff-Jasper, but just back and forth between Banff and Jasper. “You see the highlights, the best stuff and pay less with great train experience.”
Vienna, Austria this year is cel-
ebrating the 250th anniversary of the Berg Theater, which presents classical music. Every major name in classical music is performing. Last year, the city celebrated the 250th birthday of Johann Strauss, opening a new museum to him. In Vienna, you enjoy the famous Lipizaaner white stallions, beautiful markets, a beautiful, loveable city.”
Kruger National Park, South Africa, is for those who want to take an African Safari but don’t have a trust fund. The park, which is turning 100 this year (and may change its name), allows you to do a self-drive safari (which is rare). You pay $100 fee to get into the park, then go to areas where there are resorts ($80-90 per night) or camping is allowed (as little as $20/ night). When you go into the reserve, park rangers tell you where to go.
Travel Tips:
Best airfare search engines: Momondo, Skyscanner
Hotel Savings: google travel, trivago or skyscanner. To avoid surveillance pricing, set your VPN to a place like Arkansas.
Meet the People: InternationalGreeters.org (local volunteers who show you around for free; TravelingSpoon.com and EatWith. com (for foodies).
Finding multi-day tours : TravelStride.com, TourRadar.com
Travel insurance platforms when booking big-ticket trips (cruises, tours, safaris): SquareMouth.com, InsureMyTrip.com, TravelInsurance. com
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Instead of crowding the name-brand destinations, find new places to explore, like Camogli, close to Portofino, Italy.
A Planetary Island Within the Celestial River
BY DENNIS MAMMANA
Week of February 8-14, 2026
With much of North America shivering in a deep freeze, I’d be surprised if many folks are doing stargazing!
If you’re one of the intrepid few, you’ll find it hard to ignore the stars of Orion, standing stoically midway up in the southern sky. Even folks who happen to glance upward accidentally as they race from their cars to their nice warm houses almost instantly spot its four bright stars that outline a rectangle, and three more that trace a straight line in its center.
Easily the most attention-grabbing star grouping, Orion is not the only one in that area of the sky. In fact, one of the longest and faintest of all begins near the foot of the great hunter. Its name is Eridanus.
In ancient Greek mythology, Eridanus represents the river in which young Phaethon crashed after his failed attempt to fly the Chariot of the Sun, but no one knows exactly which river it is. Homer called it an “ocean stream.” Others claim it’s the Tigris or the Euphrates; still others suggest it might be the river Po or maybe even the mighty Nile.
To see this sinuous string of relatively dim stars, first locate the southwestern-most star of Orion (Rigel),
then look just above and to its right for the star that marks the beginning of the river. If you have a night with no light pollution or moonlight and a low southern horizon, you should be able to trace much of the celestial river as it meanders to the west and south.
Because Eridanus lies so far south, skywatchers in the Earth’s Northern Hemisphere can see only a portion of it; if you live in middle or high latitudes, you might be able to see only one-third or half of it. Those living in more southerly locations, of course, will see much more.
Though the stars of Eridanus are rather faint and obscure, one of them has captured the imagination of astronomers and science fiction authors alike. Its name is Epsilon Eridani, a slightly orange star appearing about midway down the constellation’s winding stellar string. You might recognize its name from science fiction novels by Isaac Asimov and Frank Herbert, as well as from the 1990s TV series “Babylon 5.”
It was in 1960 that Cornell University astronomer Frank Drake aimed a radio telescope in this star’s direction to see if he might detect evidence of a technologically advanced civilization inhabiting a planet orbiting nearby. Unfortunately, six and a half decades later, no such signals have ever been found.
Back then, the existence of planets orbiting the star was mere conjecture. Not so today. We now know that Epsilon Eridani, only 10.5 lightyears away, is encircled by a disk of dusty debris -- an asteroid belt, if you will. In addition, astronomers have confirmed that orbiting nearby is a Jupiter-like planet they’ve named Aegir, and they suspect it may have at least two additional planets.
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BY TRACY BECKERMAN
As I was settling into bed one night, I happened to catch my husband out of the corner of my eye.
He was getting on the scale.
“WHAT ARE YOU DOING?” I yelled at him. He jerked his head around and looked at me with alarm.
“What? I’m weighing myself.”
I jumped out of bed and yanked him off the scale.
“You can’t do that now!!” I said emphatically.
“Why not?”
“You have to weigh yourself first thing in the morning, after you go to the bathroom, before you eat breakfast, and when you’re completely naked,” I said. “Everybody knows that.”
“What happens if I don’t do that?” he asked.
“You will weigh MORE!” I said, and shuddered.
I was stunned that my husband was so oblivious to the scale rules. It was common knowledge that you are at your lightest first thing in the morning,
and that clothes and food could add on micro-ounces. This is why most women ask for the first appointment when they go to the doctor’s office and insist on disrobing before getting on the scale.
When I go to the doctor, I go full-on airport TSA checkpoint, removing my shoes, belt, jackets, jewelry and anything else that might adversely affect the number on the scale. Conversely, my husband will get on the scale fully clothed, at any time of day, not even removing his shoes or belt, and then step off seemingly unscathed, no matter what the number is. It was dumbfounding.
When I weigh myself first thing in the morning, I remove not only my pajamas but also my mouthguard. Then I will step on the scale, and if I don’t like the number it shows me, I will move the scale around the room until I get a number I like better. If I still don’t like the number, I will tell everyone who will listen that my scale is broken. If the doctor’s office has the same number (or worse, higher), I will tell the doctor his scale is also broken.
And if I’m really desperate, I will break his scale so no other patient has to suffer the same outrage.
The next day I had to take the dog to the vet for his annual physical. When we got in the room, the doctor and his assistant groaned as they lifted the dog onto the examination table. The table also functioned as a scale, and I glanced at the dog, who looked unconcerned as the numbers went higher and higher. Eventually it stopped at a weight that even made me look twice.
“Bowie gained 5 pounds since last year,” said the vet. “He needs to go on a diet.”
“Maybe not,” I replied.
“What do you mean?” asked the doctor.
“It’s late in the day, and he needs a grooming.”
“What difference does that make?” asked the doctor.
“If we weigh him first thing in the morning and I take off his collar and shave his coat, he’ll probably be just right.”
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Among Eridanus’ prominent stars is Epsilon Eridani.
Black History: A baseball player & a civil rights leader
BY CLAIRE LYNCH
With February being Black History Month, I am citing baseball player Larry Doby and civil rights leader Dorothy Height for their accomplishments.
Born on December 13, 1923, in Camden, S.C., Lawrence Eugene Doby was an American professional baseball player in the Negro leagues. In Major League Baseball, Doby was the second Black player to break baseball’s color barrier and the first Black player in the American League.
Larry Doby moved to Paterson, N.J., at age 14 with his mother after his father’s death. A gifted athlete from the very beginning, he excelled in four sports at Paterson East Side High School.
After graduating from high school in 1942, he accepted an athletic scholarship to play basketball at Long Island University Brooklyn. Doby had been dating Eastside classmate Helyn Curvy since his sophomore year and, according to Doby, being able to remain close to Paterson was the primary reason he selected LIU.
In the summer before he enrolled at LIU, Doby accepted an offer to play for the Newark Eagles of the Negro National League for the remainder of the 1942 season, and he transferred to Virginia Union University in Richmond, Virginia.
He only played basketball for one season at Virginia Union before he was called to serve in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Because of his military service he did not complete a degree, but the university has since honored him as an alumnus, and he is a member of the Virginia Union University Athletics Hall of Fame.
Although Larry Doby met his future wife, Helyn Curvy Robinson, as freshmen at Paterson Eastside High School, they married in the summer of 1946, after his discharge from the Navy.
He and Helyn raised their five children in a house on Nishuane Road in Montclair, N.J. that is still in the family. They lived in that town from 1960 until his death in 2003.
Larry Doby played basketball on the 1942 CIAA Champion Virginia Union basketball team, made his major league baseball debut on July 5, 1947, 11 weeks after Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier. As the first African-American player in the American League, Larry Doby played 12 major league seasons for the Indians, Chicago White Sox and Detroit Tigers.
During his career Doby was named
79. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1998. His number 14 was retired by the Cleveland Indians in 2007.
Remembered as a local icon in Montclair, Doby is celebrated for his quiet strength, pioneering courage, and lasting legacy in sports and civil rights. He was given a Congressional Gold Medal posthumously.
A commemorative postage stamp was issued in Larry Doby’s honor in 2012 as part of the “Major League Baseball All-Stars” series.
A notable civil rights leader: Dorothy Height was born in Richmond, Virginia,
to seven Major League Baseball AllStar teams and led the Indians to the 1948 World Series Championship. In retirement Doby didn’t have hobbies, he stayed active in sports.
In 1978, Bill Veeck, the owner of the Chicago White Sox who had originally signed Doby to the Indians, hired him as MLB’s second Black manager.
Doby served as the director of communications for the New Jersey Nets of the NBA from 1980 to 1989, and as their director of community affairs until 1990. In 1995, he was named a special assistant to the American League president, a role in which he helped arrange speaking engagements and appearances for former players.
Larry Doby died on June 18, 2003, at his home in Montclair, N.J., at age
on March 24, 1912. The daughter of a building contractor who was politically active and a nurse, Dorothy Irene Height grew up in Rankin, Pennsylvania.
Height went on to graduate from New York University with a degree in education and a master’s degree in educational psychology. After college she worked as a social worker and became an active member of the National Council of Negro Women.
An influential civil rights leader who worked closely with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and other activists, Height was also an advocate for women’s rights. She saw them as inseparable from civil rights and was instrumental in the passage of the Equal Rights Amendment which was passed by Congress in 1972.
Dorothy Height devoted her life to
grassroots organizations created to fight racism, sexism, inequality, poverty and other societal problems.
Known as the “Godmother of the Civil Rights Movement,” Height received numerous awards and honors and was recognized by multiple U.S. presidents for her activism.
Height also founded the National Black Family Reunion and was a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. It was U.S. President Bill Clinton who awarded Dorothy Height the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honor, in 1994 during a White House ceremony, for her lifetime of work as a civil rights and women’s rights activist. She had worked as a tireless advocate for those two causes.
Dorothy Height also received the Congressional Gold Medal from President George W. Bush in 2004.
For her work as a civil and women’s rights leader, a commemorative stamp honoring Dorothy Height was issued in February 2017. The United States Postal Service honored her with a “Forever” stamp as the 40th entry in its Black Heritage series. That stamp dedication ceremony was held at Howard University and was attended by Height’s relatives and dignitaries.
Dorothy Height passed away on April 20, 2010, in Washington D.C., at 98 years old.
Height had many famous quotes but here are two of my favorites:
“We have to improve life, not just for those who have the most skills and those who know how to manipulate the system. But also for and with those who often have so much to give but never get the opportunity.”
“I want to be remembered as someone who used herself and anything she could touch to work for justice and freedom … I want to be remembered as one who tried.”
Happy Black History Month to one and all!
BY TOM MARGENAU
Your Friends and Neighbors Are Wrong!
Here is a bit of advice from a guy who gives Social Security advice for a living. Don’t take any advice from your friends or neighbors about Social Security. It’s always wrong!
OK, it’s not always wrong. But I’ve learned from many thousands of readers over the years that it’s wrong often enough to make it wise to heed my warning: When it comes to Social Security, don’t listen to your friends and neighbors. I’ll share examples of what I mean in today’s column.
Q: I get my Social Security check on the fourth Wednesday of each month. My wife gets hers on the second Wednesday of each month. And I thought that’s the way things work. Social Security checks come out on various Wednesdays. But I have a neighbor who insists he gets his checks on the seventeenth of each month. Why is that?
A: It isn’t like that. Your friend does not get his Social Security check on the seventeenth of each month. I’m not sure why he would say that. But it really doesn’t matter. He’s just wrong.
For about the first 50 years of the program, Social Security checks always came out on the third of each month. But about 40 years ago, for a variety of reasons, Social Security officials decided to stagger the delivery date of checks based on a person’s day of birth. People born on the first through tenth day of each month would get their checks on the second Wednesday of each month. Those born on the eleventh through twentieth would get their benefits on the third Wednesday of each month. And people born on the twenty-first through the thirty-first would get their benefits on the fourth Wednesday of each month. And for reasons a little too messy to explain here, a few folks still get their benefits on the third of each month. But no one, your neighbor included, gets a benefit check routinely on the seventeenth of the month.
Q: I will be reaching my full retirement age of 66 and 10 months in April 2026. I was planning to start my benefits then. But I have a friend who is the same age as me and he insists that anyone who doesn’t wait until 70 to start their benefits is a darn fool and is throwing money away. What do you say?
A: Well, I say I must be a darn fool because I started my benefits when I was 62 years old. But I did that for a variety of reasons that I’ve explained many times in past columns and just don’t have the space to get into today.
The truth is, no one really knows when the best time is to start their benefits because no one really knows when they are going to die. For example, your friend could wait until 70 to start his
benefits and then get hit by a bus two months later. Then who was the “darn fool?”
All each of us can do is consider issues such as your health, your other sources of income, your marital status and other factors and then just make the best choice you can about when to start your Social Security checks.
And by the way, many financial planners today would say you are right to start your benefits at your full retirement age.
Q: I was talking to a group of neighbors about the future of Social Security. One of them said that Congress will never take any action to fix Social Security until they are forced to pay into the program themselves. Isn’t that a good idea?
A: It’s a non-starting idea: Members of Congress, the president and all other top officials of the federal government have been paying Social Security taxes since the early 1980s.
Q: Late last year, I got a small increase in my monthly Social Security check. I wasn’t sure what that was about until several weeks later when I got a letter explaining what happened. (It was based on earnings I had the prior year that increased my benefit amount.) I was talking to a friend about this. He said the same thing happened to him a couple of years ago. He said the delay in sending letters of explanation was because former President Joe Biden messed up Social Security’s computer systems and that President Donald Trump just hasn’t gotten around to fixing things yet. What do you know about this?
A: I know your friend is full of malarkey! Why do some people insist on looking for political shenanigans and conspiracies when a very simple explanation is in order?
So why does a letter of explanation come many days, or even a week or so, after a change in Social Security benefits? It’s really not a great mystery. And it’s not a political conspiracy. It’s simply that electronic fund transfers can happen almost instantaneously. Whereas a physical letter takes a while to prepare and mail.
In other words, once the Social Security Administration figures out that someone is due an increase in their benefits, they push a few buttons and a payment is on its way to the beneficiary’s bank account. And then after those buttons are pushed, someone else at the SSA has to prepare a letter explaining what happened and then that letter has to go through the SSA’s mailroom and then to the U.S. Postal Service and finally to the recipient’s mailbox.
Some readers have remarked to me that the SSA should time the delivery of the check to coincide with the delivery
of the letter. I remember many years ago, while I still worked for the SSA, being involved in meetings where that issue was discussed. And SSA officials decided that it was best to get the money out to people as fast as possible (it’s their money, after all) and live with the consequences of a delayed letter of explanation.
If you have a Social Security question,
Tom Margenau has two books with all the answers. One is called “Social Security -- Simple and Smart: 10 Easy-to-Understand Fact Sheets That Will Answer All Your Questions About Social Security.” The other is “Social Security: 100 Myths and 100 Facts.” You can find the books at Amazon.com or other book outlets. Or you can send him an email at thomas.margenau@comcast.net.
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Don’t Let Lost Sales Frustrate You as Tomorrow is Another Day
Who hasn’t ever lost a sale? If you say never, then you are either a liar or just maybe it was your first, second, or third sale and everything went seamlessly, beginners luck, for sure! The reason you haven’t experienced this sometimes devastating event is that you are what I call a “newbie” in the business! Just wait, it will occur. I just lost a sale from my client buyer. We spent over five plus months searching for that one buyer in a development that had the absolute slowest sales that I had experienced in many years. This was possible due to the high maintenance costs (but which included everything, even the internet service), but more importantly the two assessments, but that were absolutely critical and crucial in being pro-active with upgrades and updating and maintaining the development’s pristine look and condition.
My purchaser and his lady friend thoroughly loved the place, a three-bedroom and 2-bath coop with winter water views. My seller and buyer negotiated through me as the intermediary until they reached an agreed-upon price. The coop package was emailed to my buyer, and everything was somewhat stress-free and seamless until his attorney asked for more documents than I have hair on my head (maybe in 15 years, because I do still have a good head of hair, lol).
I heard through my other Broker who lives in the complex, that the seller’s attorney gotten word from the buyer’s attorney, that our buyer decided against moving ahead. After all the work we had performed, the hours of open houses to secure this one purchaser in a development that was currently a very challenging entity in the amount of time that it was to secure buyers for all the listings. The monthly carrying charges (maintenance) was higher than many other developments, but included everything from electric, HVAC, taxes, daily maintenance and a 24/7 concierge and inside parking was an additional $180 per month. Most important were
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the two assessments that were imposed to revamp the landscaping, hallways and garages on all three buildings that I am only guessing might have been the reason for him to back out. However, I did disclose and convey to him right up front (it was on the listing data form that we gave him). Capital improvements allow the development to hold its value in most cases provides a stronger sale price over the long run!
Ruth’s record. However, all of them including Maris played 162 games or more compared with the Babe’s 154 and was paid $60,000. Moreover, Aaron Judge did hit 62 home runs in 2022 beating Roger Maris’s record and is now considered the number Home Run hitter of all time, but still playing more games (157) than Ruth’s (154) and an earning $40,000,00+ in 2022 when he broke the record.
Philip A. Raices is the owner/Broker of Turn Key Real Estate at 3 Grace Ave Suite 180 in Great Neck. He has 43+ years experience in the Real Estate industry and has earned 3 significant designations:
There was no rock left unturned with respect to all the required and necessary information provided to him. I say, sometimes the operation is a success, but the patient dies (or backs out, lol). I had a feeling that something was going on and that maybe my buyer was getting scared off, due to the amount of information that a typical coop asks on their application, or his attorney may have said something to give him second thoughts about purchasing this apartment. However, assuming and guessing is never accurate unless your client returns your call or text to explain why they changed their mind. It reminds me of a saying that a very old-timer commercial Broker, named Sam conveyed to me 30+ years ago, “Buyers are Liars; Sellers are Yellers, and LAWYERS, MANY TIMES ARE DESTROYERS.” Yup, that last thought is exactly what I am presently thinking, that his attorney may have said or inferred something to him that kiboshed my sale!
I want to segue to tell a story that I periodically tell about Babe Ruth. He hit 60 home runs and in my mind, is still the original numero Uno, “Homerun King.” He always stepped up to the plate and never stopped swinging! The reason I say this is that all the others, e.g. Mark McGwire, Sammy Sosa, Barry Bonds (who reportedly had taken PED, e.g. steroids), and Roger Maris (not sure if he too, too any drugs) beat
I had a very strange and uneasy feeling that something was going on and that maybe my buyer was getting scared off by the assessments and/or his attorney saying something to give him second thoughts about purchasing this apartment. It reminds me of a saying that a very old-timer commercial Broker, named Sam conveyed to me 30+ years ago, “Buyers are Liars, Sellers are Yellers and LAWYERS, MANY TIMES ARE DESTROYERS.”
Yup, that last thought is exactly what I am presently thinking, that his attorney may have said or inferred something to him that “kyboshed” my sale!!
There will always be pitfalls and potholes along the paths of your business career as well as in every business, especially in the Real Estate game. One must be cognizant of the fact that failures will lead to successes; as it is only a matter of times you fail that leads you closer to your first, second or more sucesses. One must fail and learn by correcting mistakes, if possible, to savor and thoroughly enjoy your future sucessess; if one never gives up! “Winners Never Quit and Quitters, Never, Ever Win!”
The bottom line, one must keep getting up and continue swinging for the bleachers, for tomorrow will be the start of another day to create a new success story, in order to not only earn a living but continue year in and year out to be a successful Realtor and business person.
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He will provide you with “free” regular updates of what has gone under contract (pending), been sold (closed) and those homes that have been withdrawn/ released or expired (W/R) and all new listings of homes, HOA, Townhomes, Condos, and Coops in your town or go to: https://WWW.Li-RealEstate.Com and you can “do it yourself (DYI) and search at your leisure on your own. However, for a “FREE” no obligation/ no strings attached 15-minute consultation, as well as a “FREE printout or digital value analysis of what your home might sell for in today’s market without any obligation or “strings” attached call him at (516) 647-4289 or email: Phil@ TurnKeyRealEstate.com
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Deep-fried wings make the perfect big game offering
Deep-Fried Chicken Wings and Legs in Beer Batter
People from all walks of life look forward to Super Bowl Sunday. Diehard football fans may love each Sunday of the National Football League season, but even casual fans or people who typically don’t watch a game all season enjoy getting together with friends and family to watch the big game on Super Bowl Sunday.
Much of the appeal around Super Bowl Sunday is the festive atmosphere, a feeling that’s amplified by an assortment of delicious foods that tend to be on the menu at game watch gatherings. Chicken wings are a familiar staple of Super Bowl Sunday spreads, and this Lines+Angles recipe for “Deep-Fried Chicken Wings and Legs In Beer Batter” can help fans indulge their love for wings this season.
Makes 4 servings
For the batter:
1 cup flour
1⁄2 teaspoon garlic powder
1⁄2 teaspoon paprika
1 medium egg, beaten
10 ounces beer, IPA-style Pepper
Salt
For the chicken:
4 whole chicken wings
4 chicken drumsticks
3⁄4 cup cornstarch
8 cups vegetable oil, for deepfrying
1) For the batter: Sift the flour, garlic powder, paprika, and salt and pepper into a large mixing bowl.
2. Whisk in the egg and enough beer to make a thick batter, taking care not to over-mix.
3. For the chicken: Heat the oil in a deep, heavybased saucepan to 320° F on a thermometer.
4. Pat the chicken pieces dry and then dust in the cornstarch. Dip in the batter to coat.
5. Deep-fry the chicken, in batches, for 14 to 18 minutes until golden, crisp, and cooked through (the wings will need less time than the drumsticks).
6. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
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Board of Ed recognizes outstanding students at meeting
At the Jan. 21 Hicksville Board of Education meeting, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Ted Fulton acknowledged 12 outstanding students who have been recently recognized at the regional, state and national levels for their accomplishments in the arts, literature and academics.
Hicksville High School junior Katie Chu has been selected as one of only 12 students from across Long Island to be featured in the annual Shanti Fund
Peace Art Calendar. Chu’s artwork was chosen for its strong technical skill as well as its powerful and inspiring message. Her piece thoughtfully weaves themes of global harmony and personal gratitude into a compelling visual narrative. By representing Hicksville in this regional publication, Chu is helping to share a message of unity well beyond the walls of the high school. For more than 20 years, the Shanti Fund has promoted peace and harmony
Hicksville Superintendent of Schools Dr. Ted Fulton, Hicksville Board of Education trustee Irene Carlomusto, Hicksville Board of Education Vice President Linda
student Roza Amin and Hicksville Supervisor of English, Reading and Libraries Dr. Catherine Carella-Dean.
through education, and this year’s student artists were challenged to explore the theme “Peace and Gratitude.”
Additionally, Chu was also recognized as an award winner in the New York State Art Teachers Association Youth Art Flag Competition, a prestigious statewide contest held annually in celebration of Youth Art Month. This year’s theme, “The World Needs Art,” encouraged students to reflect on how creativity sustains, connects and heals the global community. Selected from hundreds of submissions across New York State, Chu’s artwork stood
out for its originality, technical excellence and powerful interpretation of the theme. Her work serves as a reminder that art is a universal language that helps shape and improve the world around us.
Hicksville sophomore Pratheeksha Ganesh, a published poet, was honored for her poem “La La Land” being featured in The America Library of Poetry Anthology. Her piece was selected from a national pool of student submissions, marking the second consecutive year Ganesh has received this distinguished honor. The America Library of Poetry
Hicksville Board of Education trustee Danielle Fotopoulos, Hicksville Superintendent of Schools Dr. Ted Fulton, students Angelica Mera, Hannah Mathis, Adiyat Hussain, Shelby Fraser, Nandini Bali, Ava Middleton, Aanya Rawal, ex officio student board member Christina D’Costa, Hicksville Board of Education trustee Patricia Bulerin and Hicksville Supervisor of English, Reading and Libraries Dr. Catherine Carella-Dean. Missing from photo: Raahil Mohammad and Anusha Shah.
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Hicksville Superintendent of Schools Dr. Ted Fulton, Hicksville Board of Education President Annette Beiner, student Pratheeksha Ganesh and Hicksville Supervisor of English, Reading and Libraries Dr. Catherine Carella-Dean.
Hicksville Superintendent of Schools Dr. Ted Fulton, Hicksville Board of Education trustee Sunita Manjrekar, student Katie Chu, Hicksville Board of Education Secretary Erin Guida and Hicksville Supervisor of Fine Arts Chad Wyman.
Board of Ed recognizes outstanding students at meeting
is dedicated to encouraging young writers by providing a creative platform for students to express their thoughts, experiences and voices through poetry.
Hicksville senior Roza Amin has reached an exciting milestone by publishing her first novel, “Filter 70,” now available on Amazon. Set in Charleston, South Carolina, during the 1970s, the psychological thriller explores complex themes through rich character development, suspense and intense conflict. Amin’s achievement reflects her exceptional strengths in literacy and English language arts, particularly in creative expression and the use of precise, descriptive language.
Closing student recognitions included nine outstanding Hicksville seniors who have earned the AP College
Board Capstone distinction, a significant academic achievement that reflects years of dedication, perseverance and college-level scholarship. This distinction demonstrates students’ abilities to think critically, conduct independent research, collaborate effectively, communicate clearly and persist through academic challenges.
The following students have earned the AP Capstone distinction: Nandini Bali, Shelby Fraser, Adiyat Hussain, Hannah Mathis, Angelica Mera, Ava Middleton, Raahil Mohammad, Aanya Rawal and Anusha Shah.
Dr. Fulton concluded his remarks by congratulating those recognized for their remarkable accomplishments and applauded them for their commitment and hard work.
Levittown’s Terrific Kids
Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray congratulated Salk Middle School students Gunish Gulati, Liliana Mirza, Juliana Gielarowski, Kayla Rodriguez, Kaiya Casy, Ziyu Liu, Aliana Lanzot, Alexa Fermaglich, Zara Memon, Taylor Sheedy, Sophia Holland, Amber Hufford, Hunter Kaplan, Madelyn Canty, Aarya Chattoo, Sanari Yousuf, Alessandro Maffia, Declan Brown, Isabella Chlebek, and Morgan Heerey as they were named “Terrific Kids” by the Levittown Kiwanis Club. Also attending were Levittown Kiwanians Phyllis Camillone, Gary and Linda Crozier, Mary Murphy Schmidt, and Diane Mortagua; Principal John Zampaglione; Assistant Principal Amy O’Grady; Superintendent Todd Winch; and Nassau County Legislator Kayla Knight.
Pre-registration for Summer Recreation Program
The Town of Oyster Bay has announced that residents interested in having their children participate in the 2026 Summer Recreation Program can pre-register now through March 27 by uploading their proof of residency on the Town’s recreation portal. This process is mandatory prior to final registration this spring, which will once again be performed fully online. This year’s Summer Recreation Program will be a Full Day program only, available to children ages 4–12, taking place at Ellsworth W. Allen Park in Farmingdale, Marjorie R. Post Community Park in Massapequa, Plainview Old Bethpage Community Park in Plainview, Syosset Woodbury Community Park in Woodbury and Harry Tappen Beach & Park in Glenwood Landing. Space is limited at each facility. The program runs Monday, June 2, through Friday, August 7. Full details are available online at www.oysterbaytown.com/ summerrec.
“The Town’s Summer Recreation Program features great summer fun for children at five of our Town parks, with activities including arts and crafts, various games, themed days, water fun, scavenger hunts and so much more,” said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “To help streamline the registration process, residents will be able to signup their children online this spring, and can begin pre-registration today!”
All registrations for Summer Recreation will performed online. In an effort to simplify the process, the Town’s Parks Department is now accepting proof of residency materials during the pre-registration process. After March 27, those who pre-registered will receive correspondence on next steps to complete the application process.
How to upload materials (note: pre-registration does not guarantee a spot in this year’s Summer Recreation Program. Parents will need to perform final registration this spring). Beginning in 2026, pre-registration will require submission of Proof of Residency ONLY. All other required documents will be collected after your child has been registered and payment has been made.
Create Account or Log into Existing Account
Parents/Guardians will visit www. oysterbaytown.com/portaland log in to their account or create a new account. If you are unable to log in or create an account, please contact us at parksportal@oysterbay-ny.gov.
Add Family Members to Your Household
After logging in, select My Account, Household Account Management, Household and Member Update.
Confirm all family members are listed. If needed, select Add Family Member at the bottom of the page to add a child or guardian to the household. It is important to make sure the birthdates of your children are correct. Select SAVE.
Subscribe to Email Communication
Confirm you are subscribed to email communication by selecting My Profile in the Account menu, and checking the box next to Subscribe to Future Marketing Communications. If you are not subscribed to email, you will not receive notification regarding your child(ren)’s preregistration approval.
Upload Proof of Residency
Select DOCUMENT UPLOAD from the Portal menu. Choose “Link to Household” and the type of document you are providing. Upload your proof of residency. Only one proof will need to be provided regardless of how many children you wish to enroll.
Acceptable proofs are a Town of Oyster Bay Tax Bill or Utility Bill displaying a parent/guardian name with your Town of Oyster Bay address. Proofs MUST be dated 2026. After your proof of residency has been uploaded, select the link ‘Finalize Pre-Registration for Summer Recreation’ at the top of the page. Your email and name will prepopulate based on your account. Select the children you are requesting to preregister, then select SUBMIT. Your documentation has now been submitted and will be reviewed by the Recreation office. An email will be sent regarding your approval status. Again, pre-registration approval does not guarantee your child a spot in the program. Parents are still required to register online in the spring. Note: In order for your child to participate in the program, you must provide their birth certificate, immunization records, and current physical AFTER your child is enrolled.
The mandatory pre-registration period, during which interested parents/guardians can upload proof of residency, is open now through March 27. Submission of materials does not guarantee a spot in the 2026 program – parents must complete their registration this spring when final registration opens. Parents will receive an email from the Recreation Division with directions on how to complete registration. All registration will take place online. For more information, visit www.oysterbaytown.com/summerrecreation or call the Town’s Recreation Office at (516) 797-7945.
Wintry journey takes over kindergarten hall
Kindergartners at Gardiners Avenue Elementary School journeyed to Alaska after reading the book, “Mama, Do You Love Me?” Photo courtesy Levittown Public Schools
In time for the chilly season, kindergartners at Gardiners Avenue Elementary School journeyed to Alaska, landing in their “igloo” styled classroom.
Kindergartners read the book, Mama, Do You Love Me? by Barbara M. Joosse, which showcases a mother’s unconditional love in a unique Arctic setting. Students learned about the wildlife and
culture found in Alaska, including animals like the puffin and polar bear and the use of parkas to stay warm. Classmates completed self-portraits identifying their favorite things they saw along the journey. The self-portraits are displayed outside their classroom, depicting their journey and inviting guests into their classroom with a doorway styled like an igloo.
Town: Tax bills in the mail
Oyster Bay Town Receiver of Taxes Jeffrey Pravato reminds residents that the First Half of the 2026 General Tax Levy is due on January 1st but can be paid without penalty through February 10th.
“New York State Law allows my office to provide taxpayers with a 40-day penalty free period from the date the tax is due during which payment may be made without penalty,” explained Receiver Pravato. “After the 40 days, State Law requires a one percent penalty be added for each month the tax remains unpaid, retroactive to January 1st.” Don’t delay, make your payment before February 10th and ensure you aren’t paying more out of pocket than you need to.”
The Tax Office is open in both Town Hall North, 74 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, and Town Hall South, 977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa, from 9:00 am to 4:45 pm to assist residents and accept payments with a check, cash or credit card*. There are also outdoor walkup windows. On February 7 and 10, both offices will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. When paying in person, residents are reminded to bring the entire tax bill. Drop Boxes have been installed at both Town Hall North and Town Hall
South for residents to make payments when the Tax Office is closed.
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. Please be certain to sign your check, and make it payable to Jeffrey P. Pravato, Receiver of Taxes. Indicate your property’s S.D. Code, Section, Block, Lot and phone number on the check. All mailed payments must have a United States Postal Service postmark dated on or before February 10.
Residents can access 2026 General Tax information at www.oysterbaytown.com. Residents may view current tax bills, print out a hard copy, or pay taxes with an ACH check payment using a checking account for a service fee of $1.75 cents*, or by credit card for a much higher fee* charged by the credit card companies. *Town of Oyster Bay receives no portion of this fee.
When calling the Tax Office at (516) 624-6400, or sending an email to receiveroftaxes@oysterbay-ny.gov, 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.
Seniors invited to karaoke program
The Town of Oyster Bay invites seniors to participate in the Town of Oyster Bay Senior Karaoke Program, held at various community centers throughout the Town. The popular program has seen such popularity that it is returning bigger and better for residents who are interested in showing off their vocal talents.
“This fun karaoke program gives our seniors the opportunity to perform their favorite songs, with selections available from all genres, in a social and welcoming environment,” said Councilwoman Walsh. “Our Town seniors are invited to come down, make some new friends and perform some of their favorite hits!”
The Senior Karaoke Program takes place at the following centers:
• Mondays – 1 p.m. at Marjorie Post Center, 451 Unqua Rd, Massapequa Park
• Wednesdays – 1 p.m. at the Glen Head Community Center, 200 Glen Head Rd, Glen Head
• Thursdays – 11 a.m. at the Hicksville Community Center, 28 W Carl St in Hicksville
Great singing skills aren’t necessary to join the fun; residents are welcome to attend without performing. There is no registration required for this program. A full karaoke machine, song list and light refreshments will be provided. For more information, please call the Department of Community and Youth Services, Senior Citizen Services Division, at (516) 797-7916.
East Broadway students explore the roles of doctors
East Broadway School kindergartner Raegan Jackson checked a teddy bear’s heart rate as part of the districtwide Career Exploration program.
Students at East Broadway Elementary School donned lab coats to take on the role of doctors on Jan. 16 as part of the districtwide Career Exploration initiative.
The Elementary Career Exploration program introduces students to a variety of professions, such as doctors, firefighters or dentists, to help them see how classroom learning connects to real-world careers.
Hudson Gaertner and Kye Hu worked side by side to choose the right tools for the job.
The program offers a unique, hands-on experience through engaging, age-appropriate activities. At East Broadway, kindergartners gathered to learn about the various tools and practices of doctors. Using stethoscopes, blood pressure cuffs and thermometers designed for children, students attended to their teddy bear patients. With each tool used, students recorded the status
Exploration
explained the various tools used by doctors.
Using a thermometer, Willa Milk checked her patient’s temperature.
of their patient, ensuring they were in good health. On laptops, kindergartners also listened to a short story about a visit to the doctor’s office and responded to prompts.
The Career Exploration program continues in Levittown middle schools Jonas E. Salk and Wisdom Lane, where students identify their personal interests, strengths and potential career paths.
“Students are learning about different jobs, and it’s both vital and exciting for them to explore the many professions available to them,” said Michelle Kelly, director of elementary education. “The discovery aspect works especially well for students.”
Photos courtesy Levittown Public Schools
On laptops, students completed listening activities about the importance of doctors.
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