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“BLACK FRIDAY” PROMO, “MIDNIGHT MADNESS” ARE SUCCESS FOR MERCHANTS

KOPEL NAMED MAJORITY WHIP IN LEGISLATURE

By Jonathan Walter

By Scott P. Moore

Standard Staff Reporter

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Nassau County’s District Seven Legislator Howard Kopel was unanimously selected by his colleagues as the Alternate Deputy Presiding Officer of the legislature on Monday, the legislature’s first meeting of their Ninth Session.

Kopel was also assigned to the Rules Committee as the new Vice Chairman and as the new Chairman of the Budget Review Committee. He will also continue as the Chairman of the Government Services and Operations Committee as well as the Vice Chairman of the Public Works and Parks Committee. He was also made a member of the Towns, Villages, and Cities Committee, as well as the Economic, Community Development and Labor Committee.

“It’s very gratifying considering that I’ve been there a relatively short while,” Kopel said of his new positions. “It was totally unexpected on my part.

It was not something I looked or lobbied for in any way. It’s good to receive some recognition and I’ll work hard to justify it.”

Kopel said he didn’t have any further aspirations after receiving the appointment, but he wouldn’t rule anything out.

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This year’s Black Friday event included live entertainment and free snacks throughout the Central Avenue strip, which helped customers stay in good spirits despite cold temperatures. The Midnight Madness event saw many businesses stay open long past their closing times offering rock bottom discounts from 20 to 80 percent off and free parking village-wide to shoppers heading out late.

“I know businesses like Debbie’s Closet did wonderfully,” said Schure. “They had a line going out the door and down the sidewalk.” She also added many businesses were contacting the Cedarhurst B.I.D. looking forward to any of the future events they plan to organize. The Cedarhurst Business Improve-

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Area Libraries Adding High-Tech Services

By Jonathan Walter

Standard Staff Reporter

Local libraries are stepping into the 21st century. Peninsula and Hewlett-Woodmere Libraries both unveiled a new system that will allow patrons to renew their library books via text message.

“This service makes it very easy for any of our 16,000 patrons to get immediate information regarding their items on loan and gives them the option to renew items from their phone,” Arleen Reo, Director of Peninsula Library said. “We are proud to offer this service to our patrons.”

The two libraries are part of

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a consortium of 52 of Nassau County’s 54 libraries that are utilizing this technology. When a patron’s book is due, they will receive a text message letting them know their book’s due date. In order to renew the book, they must simply reply “RENEW” to the text message, which will be followed by another text message confirming the renewal, or if the book cannot be renewed.

Patrons will not be eligible for renewal if their items are overdue or have holds waiting. Patrons who owe fines for other materials are also not eligible for the service until they pay their fines.

“This comes to our circula-

Hewlett-Woodmere Library tion database,” Reo said of the new service. “There are other enhancements being discussed, but nothing in the immediate fu-

ture. We are continuing to support our online E-book library, which we’ve been doing for four to five years with the growing

popularity of the E-readers and tablets. We’ve devoted our efforts into improving the selection of our online library. We’ve also opened up the Kindles to be able to borrow from our online resource. So we’re beefing up our holdings because our patrons are utilizing this service more and more.”

Reo also praises the use of email for distributing the library’s newsletters as well as other notifications, which cut down on costs and has seen much more of a response than the old telephone notification system. Peninsula also has plans

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Some Local Commuters Saying New Bus System More Naughty Than NICE

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An armed male subject allegedly stole a Cedarhurst woman’s purse on Tuesday night.

The subject was armed with a grey handgun and approached the 58-year-old victim in front of her home on Adele Road.

The subject removed her purse that had cash and credit cards and left the scene in what may have been a grey pick-up truck, police said. No injuries were reported. The subject was described as a Hispanic male, between 40 and 50 years of age, clean shaven, stocky build, and wearing a hat or a hood. Detectives ask anyone with information regarding the crime to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. In a separate incident a Far Rockaway man was arrested in North Lawrence on Wednesday, December 28th after an alleged assault and shoplifting.

According to police, officers initially responded to the Radio Shack on Rockaway Turnpike to look into a possible shoplifting incident.

By Scott P. Moore Additional Reporting by Amanda Mayo The Nassau Inter-County Express, also known by its acronym NICE, took full

The new NICE bus design will go in effect over the rest of this year to replace the MTA’s colors and logos.

Photo courtesy Nassau County. control of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s Long Island Bus System on January 1st. The new organization, jointly run by Veolia Transportation and Nassau County’s government, has began making changes throughout several routes in Nassau County. Some of the changes in the service’s first week in ex-

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Backed by two major shopping events – Black Friday and Midnight Madness – many Cedarhurst retailers said this past holiday shopping season was one of their best in years. The success of the two village-wide shopping events have left some retailers hoping for even more events to promote sales and customer turnout in the future.

“The Black Friday event was very successful,” said Teri Schure, the Executive Director of the Cedarhurst Business Improvement District, who said some businesses were already looking forward to the next event. “The Midnight Madness event was incredibly successful.

Everyone was very, very pleased with their results.”

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istence, including changes to drivers and pickup times, have left at least a few commuters with first impressions that feel less than nice. “‘NICE?’ They should call it ‘LATE’ because that’s what it is,” said Jacqueline Smith, who commutes to Woodmere daily from Manhattan. “We have to pick up our children late... we’re always late.”

While NICE has allowed the continued use of the MTA’s patented MetroCards, but replaced many of the MTA’s proposed route cuts and changes. These alterations seem to have been less than nice for some local commuters.

“You can’t even ask the driver for any information,” said Veneta Walters of Brooklyn, who was commuting home from Woodmere. She said the drivers are not the same from when it was owned by the MTA. “It’s late every single day, and the driver gives you an attitude when you ask questions. They’re definitely worse than the old drivers.”

A group of women near the N32 stop in Woodmere waiting for the bus to show complained about the cold weather, es-

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The holiday season is synonymous for giving back, but with Plum, a resale boutique in Cedarhurst, you can give back while finding vintage and high-end clothing.

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Born Carmela D’Aloia in Far Rockaway on March 19th, 1920, she lived in that area until the age of two when her family moved back to Italy. Musto then lived in a town called Serra, outside of Naples, for much of the next thirty years. She married her husband Alphonso Musto in the midst of World War II and the Allied invasion of Europe in 1944. “She faced a lot of hardships and challenges when she was living there,� said her daughter Josephine Mayo. “Especially during the war.�

Following the end of the war, Musto and her family slowly worked on returning to the United States. She ďŹ nally reentered the country in 1953 when she renewed her citizenship and began living in Inwood. “She never really strayed too far from where she was born,â€? said Mayo. “She spent a good

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Musto had a soft spot for animals – cats, dogs and rabbits especially, according to Mayo. Her real dedication, though, came to her family. “She was a really simple woman, a very decent woman,� said Mayo, noting her mother’s happiness when she spent time with the entire family. “She always made sure any-

one, whether they were family or the postman, didn’t leave her house hungry.�

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Kopel Named Majority Whip In Nassau Legislature CONTINUED FROM P. A1 what’s going to happen, but no aspirations at this point.” Kopel said.

As the Alternate Deputy Presiding Officer, Kopel will serve as a backup to Majority Leader and Presiding Officer Peter Schmitt in the rare event that Schmitt is unable to preside over the legislature.

“It’s comparable to a whip position,” Kopel said. “I’ll be working with my colleagues and move our programs forward.”

Regardless of his new position, Kopel promises to continue his efforts of lowering county taxes while improving government services.

“Legislator Kopel works tirelessly for the families and seniors of his District, as well as all Nassau residents,” Schmitt said. “His dedication and diligence in addressing the problems at the Bay Park Sewage Treatment Plant has been re-

Legislator Howard Kopel markable and has reversed years of neglect. Legislator Kopel will greatly contribute to the Legislative Majority as Alternate Deputy Presiding Officer and I look forward to continue working with him on behalf of the residents of Nassau County.”

“I’ve interested myself in a number of things,” Kopel said.

“This promises to be a very interesting session. It should be interesting, busy and productive.”

“Black Friday” Promo, “Midnight Madness” Are Success For Merchants CONTINUED FROM P. A1 ment District also helps runs Cedarhurst’s annual Summer Sidewalk sale which also fea-

people really had a great time.

We hope they do it again.”

Steve Silverman, owner of Morton’s Clothing and Athletic Store, said the holiday sea-

Area Libraries Adding High-Tech Services CONTINUED FROM P. A1 to upgrade its wireless internet, which Reo views as currently being weak.

Another project Reo was excited about was the Radio Frequency Identification project, which will allow patrons to check out books from the library without having to go to the front desk.

“Every item we own is tagged and it’s an inventory control and collection tool, but it allows patrons, once we set the stations, to check out the items themselves,” Reo said. “They’ll get a printout of when the item is due and they’ll self check. We will be in a pilot program for that and it should be up and running very

shortly. It will only be on the second floor of the library. We prefer to give personal service to our patrons on the first floor.”

Meanwhile, over at HewlettWoodmere Library, Director Susan de Sciora says HewlettWoodmere is shying away from using the Radio Frequency Identification project.

“We’re considering that as well but not quite yet,” de Sciora, “Part of the reason is that there’s a new product where people can check their own books out on their cell phones. We want to see how that interfaces first.

Technology is changing faster than we can.”

De Sciora did mention some recent upgrades in library tech-

nology that Hewlett-Woodmere is participating in however.

“We have blue ray discs and E-books,” De Sciora said. “Most of the libraries are participating with the E-books. We also have a new database called Natural Standard that offers high quality information on health foods.

We are also providing an online language-learning program, similar to Rosetta Stone, called Byki.

One of the biggest improvements is live homework help which Peninsula also has. It allows kids to get help with their homework. It’s a live person at the other end. All prescreened teachers tested for competency.

We have a growing number of locals using that.”

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While not necessarily related to technology, the libraries both offer a for no charge service to handicapped and homebound patrons, delivering and picking up books for those who can’t get them themselves.

“It’s for the patrons who are not able to make it to the library in the short term or even long term,” Reo said. “We have relationships with patrons who can’t get around. Sometimes they send housekeepers and sometimes we do drop-off. Anybody who is not able to be mobile, we take them into account. It’s a very personal home service.”

At Hewlett-Woodmere, a doctor must certify the patrons who request the service as homebound.

“The people who need it really appreciate it,” De Scoria said.

Local Store Lets You Shop While Feeling, Doing Good CONTINUED FROM P. A1 Plum is an upscale non-profit thrift shop that exceeds the quality of items at most other thrift shops. They can have everything from Missoni to Prada, and proceeds benefit special education and vocational training programs like the Rabenstein Learning Center, the Weiss Vocational Program, and the Adult Weiss Vocational Program.

The prices of designer names are reason enough to shop at Plum, manager Chava Lowy said. “Inflation is insane, you’re paying for just the label,” Lowy said. “A Valentino suit that would cost thousands in a department store. You can get it here for $250. It’s beneficial to everybody…You’re shopping and doing a good deed at the same

time.”

In addition, purchasing from the boutique ensures individuality, Lowy said. “You’re also not wearing something that everyone knows. A dress in a window – everyone knows its there and what it cost. Here, you buy vintage pieces and you’re not wearing what everyone else is wearing. You look unique.”

In recent years, for teenagers and twenty-somethings shopping thrift has been considered “cool,” flannel and vintage finds being the most popular. But, Plum has taken a more sophisticated turn, with fur coats, evening gowns, and designer shoes as some of the items available.

Plum opened two years ago and received a positive response.

“When we first opened, people would drop bags of donations

at the door and run, “ Lowy added. “Now they shop. Anyone who comes in is impressed and comes back.

I’ve had customers who can afford retail, who come in anyway.”

They only accept high-end clothing in excellent condition for women and children.

They’re the most selective with menswear because they only carry it online. For women’s, they’re always looking for vintage. “It doesn’t have to be current, we love vintage. But condition is key. It can be amazing designer outfit, if it has a rip or stain it, we can’t sell it.” They also accept furniture, which they’ll pick up. They preview it first through pictures to make sure it’s worth it for the employees to pick it up.

Besides Lowy, there are three employees at the store. They offer luxurious fur without the hefty price tag. The fur can be $300 to $400, which is exciting for people who can’t normally afford it, Lowy explained.

“When people donate really nice things, they’re so happy to give it away. We get to see the other side of people,” Lowy said.

For those that are unsure of shopping at a resale boutique, there’s no risk to try it. “Just try it. If you like it, it works,” Lowy said. “If you buy it here and you don’t end up wearing it, there’s no risk. It makes shopping so much more fun. You don’t feel guilty because it’s going to charity.”

Plum is located at 85 Elderd Lane in Cedarhurst. (718) 3274483. Plumresale.com

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A normally quiet Central Avenue was jammed packed full of shoppers on Midnight Madness last month. tures discounts at stores and entertainment up and down Central Avenue.

“We had a great season,” said Nancy Bloomberg, co-owner of LaToys Ectera. She said the company had much more business than years before, especially with the economy evening out. “Many customers came in buying more gifts than years previously and being open on Saturday evenings was successful.”

She noted that the Midnight Madness event also brought in more foot traffic as did the decision to open on Christmas Day. “It was a wonderful time and I hope we do it again next year.”

She added: “We thank everyone for coming out!”

“That night was true madness,” said Emporio owner Josh Szpilzinger. “We’ve been opening Saturday nights here in Cedarhurst for three years here and we went earlier the week before. There were lines out the door. The people driving by couldn’t believe it.”

Szpilzinger added: “Customers’ feedback was incredible – people told us they loved Midnight Madness a lot and that

son as a whole was “soft” but the B.I.D.’s two holiday events helped drive a lot of people into the village.

“The Midnight Madness for us was very successful and it brought a lot of traffic and people to town,” he said. “It was great for us because it helped bring people together in the community – neighbors were coming out, bumping into each other and shopping together. It was great to see.”

Morton’s featured some huge bargains during the two events, including an 80 percent off sale on winter clothes that drove many people through the doors of the 80 year-old business during Midnight Madness. Silverman said the foot traffic and sheer amount of people walking around Cedarhurst that evening reminded him of being in midtown Manhattan.

“The town was really jamming that Saturday night,” said Silverman. “A lot of people complain that the town doesn’t have the same flow of traffic, but it was like the old Cedarhurst – alive and thriving. It was a great time to be here in the village.”

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The event featured 500 volunteers served water, provided medical assistance, organized and served food, directed traffic and registered participants. Three hundred and fourteen people were tested for HIV, 56 orphans were examined, and 650 orphans were served dinner at two orphan dinner dances. In total, over 2,450 people turned out for all of the events.

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Howard is charged with three counts of Assault in the 2nd degree, Petit Larceny and Resisting Arrest.

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Mangano Offers Winter Safety Tips to County Residents

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ith the arrival of what is typically the coldest time of the year, Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano today encouraged Nassau residents to begin preparing for the cold, snow and ice that define winters in in the East Coast. To help ensure everyone in the community enjoys a safe winter season, Mangano has created a winter checklist to keep Nassau County residents safe.

“The Winter Safety Checklist is all about taking simple precautions and being prepared so that you know what to do if there is an emergency,” said County Executive Mangano in a statement.

“Fortunately, we haven’t experienced severe winter weather yet this season, but last years’ blizzard should serve as a vivid reminder of what could be right around the corner.”

• Don’t attempt to pass a snowplow vehicle while they are plowing.

• NEVER attempt to pass a snowplow on the right. Many plows are equipped with wings that weigh as much as a small compact car.

• Plows can suddenly move sideways from hitting drifts or by cutting through packed snow.

• Plow drivers have limited visibility and they cannot see directly behind their trucks.

• Avoid sudden starts, stops and turns. Accelerate carefully so car wheels don’t spin.

• Improve visibility by clearing all snow and ice from the entire car – hood, roof, trunk, turn signals, tail lights, headlights, windows, mirrors and fender wells.

• Driving with headlights on low beam provides better road illumination in snow and fog than using high beams.

• Emergency non-perishable foods that do not require refrigeration.

• Non-electric can opener.

• Bottled water.

• One-week supply of essential medicines.

• Extra blankets and sleeping bags.

• First aid kit and manual.

• Fire extinguisher.

• Emergency heating equipment, used properly.

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Take the time now to get your home ready for the winter season by following these tips: • Have your heating system checked by a professional annually. This will ensure that your system is working safely and efficiently which, in turn, will save you money. If you heat by wood, clean your

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fireplace or stove. Have your chimney flue checked for any buildup of creosote and then cleaned to lessen the risk of fire.

Make sure your home is properly insulated. If necessary, insulate walls and attic. This will help you to conserve energy and reduce your homes power demands for heat.

Caulk and weather-strip doors and windowsills to keep cold air out.

Install storm windows or cover windows with plastic from the inside. This will provide an extra layer of insulation, keeping more cold air out.

Inspect and flush your water heater.

Clean gutters. Leaves and other debris will hamper drainage.

Replace batteries of smoke, heat and carbon monoxide

detectors. If you did not do it when you set the clocks back, do it now.

Protecting Water Pipes To prevent the mess and aggravation of frozen water pipes, protect your home, apartment or business by following the simple steps below.

• To keep pipes from freezing: • Wrap pipes in insulation or layers of old newspapers • Cover the newspapers with plastic to keep out moisture • Let faucets drip a little to avoid freezing • Know how to shut off water valves

Before Cold Weather • Locate and insulate pipes most susceptible to freezing, typically those near outer walls, in crawl spaces or in the attic.

• Wrap pipes with heat tape (UL approved).

• Seal any leaks that allow cold air inside where pipes are located.

• Disconnect garden hoses and shut off and drain water from pipes leading to outside faucets. This reduces the chance of freezing in the short span of pipe just inside the house.

When It’s Cold • Let hot and cold water trickle at night from a faucet on an outside wall.

• Open cabinet doors to allow more heat to get to un-insulated pipes under a sink or appliance near an outer wall.

• Make sure heat is left on and set no lower than 55 degrees.

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Drivers Drivers should use extra precautions on the roads this winter season, especially when driving near trucks that are plowing and salting.

• Always wear your seatbelt and allow extra time to reach your destination.

• Do your best to minimize distractions so your focus can be on driving.

Home Emergency Supplies Winter has arrived and you should stockpile the following supplies in the event a winter storm or power outage prevents you from leaving your home.

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“Can you imagine [how cold we’re going to be] when it starts snowing?” joked Smith.

NICE is projected to save taxpayers $32.4 million annually in comparison with the MTA running the former Long Island Bus system. The new organization will maintain current bus fares and increases must be approved by a 100 percent vote by the Nassau County Resident Transit Committee rather than an MTA Committee with only one Nassau County representative. NICE also promotes public transparency and oversight through the use of a Transit Committee, comprised of public transit professionals accountable to Nassau County which will provide re-

ports on the system’s overall performance. The Committee will also hold public hearings on proposed changes to routes and/or fares.

Even with the stabilization to the fares and overall system, the local riders are still not pleased by the bus route’s apparent lateness.

Bus rider Tia Richards of Brooklyn showed up to the N32 in Woodmere bus stop for the 3:13 p.m. bus at around 3:20 p.m. because she knew the it was going to be late. She also commented on how it was also late picking her up in the morning which made her late to work.

The bus home finally showed up at 3:31 p.m.

“The bus is never here on time, it’s always late,” Tianna Jones, commuting home to Far Rockaway from Woodmere.

She said she was always able to count on the MTA buses to get her where she needed to be. “All this bus does is make you late.”

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Standard Sports

DRS Trounces RAMBAM 5-0, Goes 12-0 on Season

By JONATHAN WALTER Standard Staff Reporter

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RS Wildcats hockey remained perfect this season and defeated the RAMBAM Ravens 5-0 in a Five Towns rivalry game on Wednesday night. The win moves DRS to a Yeshiva League best 12-0, with RAMBAM falling to 6-2-1 after their second loss to DRS. DRS dominated the floor from the get go, launching a barrage of shots on RAMBAM’s goalie on the way to victory.

“Everyone is from the same neighborhood, so this is a big rivalry,” RAMBAM Head Coach Dovid Schulman said of the match up.

Just 33 second into the game, DRS’s Jessie Gordon scored from about 30 feet from the net to give his team a 1-0 lead. Gordon set the tone for the remainder of the game just nine seconds late when he scored another goal on a rebound in front of the net.

“Jessie is a special player, and if you give him that kind of space, he is going to score. He’s a really special player,” DRS Head Coach Larry Gross said.

Next up was Mayer Cohen, who scored a goal with seven minutes left in the first period.

A DRS player eludes a RAMBAM defender.

DRS would go into the first intermission up 3-0, and after dom-

Photo by Jonathan Walter

inating ball possession, on their way to certain victory.

In the second period however, the RAMBAM defense, and especially their goalie Hanani Levy, stepped up, holding DRS scoreless in the frame. Hanani endured a barrage of DRS shots on goal, valiantly attempting to keep his team in the game. RAMBAM wasn’t able to get anything going offensively however and the score remained the same after the second period.

“They took us out of the game in the first minute with the two quick goals on our goalie,” Schulman said. “Hanani had a decent game after the first minute though.”

“I think after you come out and score three goals right away, the natural tendency is to have a bit of a let down,” DRS Head Coach Larry Gross said. “They have a really great goalie and the shots that beat him were really good shots, but he single handedly kept them in there in the second period. He’s tremendous.”

In the third period, the DRS offense got going once again, and Avi Marguiles scored a goal after three minutes and Daniel Green scored just thirty seconds later to put the team up 5-0. The shutout built upon what was already a great year for DRS’s goal-

ies. Over their 12 games this season, they have only given up eight goals.

DRS, RAMBAM, and the rest of the league now will face a onemonth break before picking up the remainder of games in February due to winter breaks for Yeshiva schools. Gross said he has encouraged his players to stay in shape until games begin once again.

“We’re a very good team, but

there are some other very good teams out there,” Gross said. “We still have two games left after we come back from our break, then the playoffs. So, hopefully we can make a run. Right now, we’re stacking up fine. The regular season is the regular season and the playoffs are the playoffs.

I hate the sound like a coach but you just take it one week at a time.”

A DRS player and a RAMBAM player fight for control of the ball.

Photo by Jonathan Walter

HAFTR Dominates North Shore in 4-0 Victory Team

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By Scott P. Moore

The HAFTR Flames’ Varsity hockey team were all smiles after a dominating 4-0 victory over North Shore Hebrew Academy.

Photo by Scott P. Moore.

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he Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns and Rockaway High School Boys Varsity hockey team dominated in a 4-0 win over North Shore Hebrew Academy High School.

The HAFTR Flames came out red hot during the first period, possessing the ball throughout

most of the period, but were repelled by the North Shore Stars’ defense until Eric Lifshitz hit a 15 foot wrist shot past the goaltender to give the Flames a 1-0 lead at the end of the period.

Lifshitz was not done – he knocked in another goal from 10 feet out for his second of the game, giving the Flames a 2-0 ad-

vantage. HAFTR survived two power-plays for roughly three minutes before starting their own. Justin Merkin came up with the power-play goal with a five foot wrist shot past the goaltender for the 3-0 score at the end of the second.

“That’s what he does,” said HAFTR Co-Coach Marc Bruh. “Lif-

shitz is one the league’s most talented guys out there.”

HAFTR goaltender Jason Schlessel made things easy for Coaches Bruh and Danny Cohen with a perfect night, playing all of the game up until two minutes were left in the third period. Schlessel easily knocked away most of the Stars’ shots,

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coming up with over 30 saves on the evening. By the time he left the game though, victory was already within reach with HAFTR up 4-0, and his shutout remained intact as the game went final shortly later.

“He’s been playing great out there,” said Bruh. “The whole team has surprised me with how well they’ve bonded. They’re a championship caliber team and we’ll see how far we can ride this out.”

The win improves HAFTR to 6-1 on their season right before a long vacation break and stoppage in play. HAFTR will play their next game at home against Five Towns rival Davis Renov Stahler (DRS) Yeshiva when the

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season resumes on February 4th during the evening.

HAFTR’s junior varsity squad also played before the varsity matchup, also against the North Shore Stars. The JV squad also came up with a big victory, winning 3-1, over the Stars improving to 7-1 on their season.

Notes: Lifshitz led all scorers with his two goals on the evening, he also leads the Flames in goals this season with 10 goals... the win gave goalie Jason Schlessel a 2-1 record when starting... the victory was Schlessel’s first shutout on the season... he’s allow an average of one goal per game...

HAFTR’s victory was their second over North Shore this season (2-0 win on November 3rd).

LWA Tigers Maul Kew Forest Jaguars 64-50

By JONATHAN WALTER Standard Staff Reporter

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rom the second their opponents stepped into the gym with only six players it was an easy Wednesday afternoon for Lawrence Woodmere Academy Tigers Boys Basketball.

Fielding only six players, one of which was a girl, meant the Kew Forest Jaguars from Forest Hills could only rest one player at a time on the bench, and LWA rolled to a 64-50 victory that was more lopsided than it seemed.

In an effort to give his bench players more playing time, LWA coach Jeff Weiss rested his top players, Trent Parrish and Rokas Lapys.

Without Lapys and Parrish the Tigers opened up the game

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strong, building up a 25-8 lead after the first quarter. The Tigers out rebounded Kew Forest and generally ran circles around their defenders on the way to some high percentage shots and lay ups, all the while playing tight defense and not allowing the Jaguars to get in the paint for easy points.

After a strong offensive outburst in the first quarter, LWA began to fall flat offensively, managing to score only 39 points for the remainder of the game. Kew Forest actually outscored LWA in the second half, 29-23, as they began to make some mental mistakes, allowing turnovers and missing easy buckets while the defense began to slip and allow Jaguars players to get to the rim.

Despite some sloppy play

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down the stretch, LWA was still able to coast to the victory in a game that Kew Forest never had a shot to win.

“I thought we played really sloppy,” Weiss said. “We have a lot of tough games coming up and we played very sloppy tonight. Maybe it’s just the process of being rusty after a long layoff. So I’m attributing it mostly to that. I may have had a piece of it in having my top two players out, but we have a long season ahead of us and we have to play harder.”

Point Guard Jake Lundenberg lead all scorers with 19 points.

Jakob Cayne scored 13 and Tristan Braverman scored nine.

All but one of the games active players scored in the game for LWA. The win moves LWA to 8-1 with 12 games left in the regular season.

“I got everybody playing time and sat my two top players,” Weiss said. “I wanted to give my other guys a chance and see

A Lawrence Woodmere Academy player takes a shot as his teammates look on. how we play without them a little bit.”

LWA plays a game against Staten Island Academy on Thursday

Photo by Jonathan Walter afternoon. Check Standardli.com for updates on the results.

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LWA Girls Overwhelmed by Solomon Schechter, 51-21

By Scott P. Moore

that [vacation] rust off.”

The Lions did not let up after the half, though, and continued to pace the Tigers even as starters were removed from the game during the middle of the quarter with the score at 37-11.

LWA did not give up though and came was able to scratch out a few baskets before the end of the quarter, leaving them trailing 39-15.

LWA’s offense jumped on the opportunity against Solomon Schechter’s reserve players, putting up a six-spot during the final quarter of the game. The offense was too little, too late though as the Lady Tigers fell to the Lions 51-21 at the final buzzer. LWA falls to 1-3 on their season with the loss.

“The end result is disappoint-

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he Lawrence-Woodmere Academy Girls Varsity basketball team could not dig itself out of early offensive woes and were bowled over

by Solomon Schechter of Westchester by the score of 51-21.

Things looked good for the Lady Tigers out of the gate with Melody Pierre-Gilles laying in a two-pointer during the opening minutes of the first quarter to give LWA the early 4-2 advantage. The Solomon Schechter Lions pounced right back, though, led by a three-pointer by Amelia Bayroff into a 12-2 run to end the quarter leading the Tigers 14-6.

“I think we struggled a lot offensively today,” said LWA Coach Michael Cohn. “[Solomon Schechter] are an aggressive team defensively – they’ll get their hands in a lot of passing lanes and made it a little bit of trouble decision-wise.”

The Tigers’ second quarter only made things worse as the Lions extended the lead with a similar 13-3 run throughout the quarter.

Going into halftime, LWA was looking at a large 27-11 deficit.

LWA’s Melody Pierre-Gilles is blocked by a Solomon Schechter player as she goes to the basket.

Photo by Scott P. Moore “We had a talk during halftime about sharing the ball and spacing ourselves out and making

decisions,” said Cohn. “I think it took a little bit of practice during the game and shaking some of

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ing, I talked to the girls before the game about coming out strong on defense,” said Cohn. “We pride ourselves on our defensive game and it was a little bit tough out there today... we’ve got a lot to work on at practice.”

The Lawrence-Woodmere Academy Girls Varsity basketball team will play their next home game on Monday, January 9th against Claremont Prep/Leman

Manhattan at 4:15 p.m.

Notes: Solomon Schechter’s Amelia Bayroff led all scorers and set a new career high with 28 points against the Tigers...

LWA’s Melody Pierre-Gilles provided most of the offense with 12 points... LWA’s 21 points were the most during a loss this season, as were the 51 points allowed... LWA is averaging 20.5 points per game this season.

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n most countries the race for national leadership takes place over two weeks to a maximum of two months. Here in the U.S. it could be argued that running for President is a multi-year endeavor and for sure the process takes a minimum of a year and a half. In fact you’re considered late to the game if you declare your candidacy in August, over 15 months prior to election day, as did Texas Governor Rick Perry.

This week’s Iowa Caucuses, the first of the presidential races is an accurate gauge only of what predominantly white, Midwestern, Evangelical Christians think, but it is a starting point on a primary season that can stretch from January until May. Once a party chooses its nominee, then there are about six months of mano-a-mano campaigning, culminating with national elections the first Tuesday in November.

How is it that Britons, Frenchmen and even Israelis (among the most politically contentious people on the planet) can run an election in a small fraction of the time and we’re subjected to a never-ending campaign? It can be argued that the perennial election spending is a form of economic stimulus – feeding millions of dollars a month to consultants, printers, webmasters, the postal service, radio, cable and television stations, caterers, hotels, airlines, bus charters and more. Perhaps it’s the very capitalist nature of our elections that goes to the core of why we put up with the neverending process? If we were to compress our elections like the Europeans, lord knows how many tens of thousands of Americans would be thrown out of work?

This year it seems that the race to unseat Obama is good for TV ratings. Almost once a week on average there is a debate on one network or another between the Republican contenders. It’s kind of a reality show which could be called “Last Candidate Standing,” or “Survivor: Election 2012.” We’re not sure whether folks are more interested in watching the candidates pound one another or pillory the President but either way every network wants its own debate because on some nights these debates have been pulling in more viewers than prime time faire. All this is healthy for American democracy and encourages everyday citizens to get involved in the political process. It also makes elected officials accountable to the people.

The latest candidate to drop out of the race was Minnesota Congresswoman Michele Bachmann after garnering just five percent of votes cast and after coming in first this summer in the initial Iowa Straw Poll. This means the race for the White House is now an allmale affair and there is something sad and unfortunate about that.

This is not to say that Bachmann was the most qualified person in the race. However it has to be stated that in politics as in many other professions, women have to work twice as hard and often be three times as good as the men to get any respect or get anywhere up the ladder. They are often judged (unfairly) by their appearance when men like Newt Gingrich can get away with looking like a porcupine and everything they say and how they say it is put under an electron microscope to a degree that no man could possibly survive. Other notable American women who got short-shrift, shortchanged or sold short include Elizabeth Dole, Condoleezza Rice, yes, Sarah Palin and even Hillary Clinton who really was more qualified than Barack Obama but had to endure a scrutiny of her personality and personal life that Obama was not asked to undergo.

The presidency can’t be an all-male game. If we’ve now elected a black semi-Muslim to the White House, we as a society ought to be able to put a woman in that job someday soon.

It also bears mentioning that Republican women are subjected to far more parsing and invective (particularly from the supposedly-liberal and open-minded media) than they deserve, as though it is axiomatic in much of the media’s mind that an ambitious, successful and accomplished female politician ought to be a Liberal Democrat by rights, much as it is heresy in certain quarters for a black man like Herman Cain to be a Republican (or a Jew like Eric Cantor).

Bachmann is a great supporter of Israel, having spent a summer there in 1974 as an 18 year-old working on a kibbutz. She has been outspoken in her staunch support for the Jewish State and was heroic throughout the GOP debates in standing up to and standing down on Ron Paul, the nutcase isolationist probably anti-Semitic Texas Congressman (he is probably the Jean Marie Le Pen of the Republican Party) for his blithe dismissals of Iran’s nuclear ambitions and the less than nothing he would plan to do about it. Go see Bachmann’s tremendous video on Israel on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2y0nN_hAiWY . Bachmann is a far sight more qualified to be president than Ron Paul or Herman Cain, but because she’s a woman, she had a tougher row to hoe. We wish her well and we hope that the other GOP contenders quash Ron Paul this month in short order.

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ike many in the Five Towns, I am generally happy with our sanitation service. I enjoy the ease of the backyard pick up and I appreciate the professionalism of the sanitation workers. With that said, however, I must question the cost of said service.

According to a Nassau County 2006 Comptroller Report, there are great discrepancies in the costs of sanitation service throughout the various villages and hamlets. In our area, Sanitation District 1, we paid $928 a year, per household. Port Washington, on the other hand, paid only $301 a year, per household. Some may argue that the difference is a result of the back door service that our sanitation district provides. However, according to the report that argument falls flat when you consider that the Manhasset Sanitation District, which also provides back door service, charges only $371 a year, per household.

It is important to note that Sanitation District 1 is a commissioner run district and not a Town of Hempstead run district. What is the difference? When assessing the discrepancies, the Re-

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port found that “Town-run districts do a better job of controlling their spending than commissionerrun districts.”

When looking at a December 19, 2005 Nassau County Report on special taxing districts, the Nassau County Comptroller determined that, “the special districts we audited were administered with minimal oversight by other government agencies and without transparency to the public. Our auditors found that town boards exercise little authority over commissioner led special district operations and budgets, and budgets are established without any real public scrutiny. District officials operate within an environment that fosters little to no accountability or transparency, primarily because there is no regular oversight of their operations.”

If the foregoing is in fact accurate and the Town of Hempstead is nothing more than a rubber stamp on sanitation district budgets, what are our options for controlling costs? One option is to exercise taxpayer authority through the ballot box.

This option, however, is easier said than done. It is easier said because as set forth in the 2005 Report, “[E]lections are held without oversight from the board of elections after little public notice has been provided. Frequently, only a tiny percentage of constituents vote. We also noted that that there was no public notice of Board meetings or evidence that the public attended the meetings.”

In or around 2005, voter turnout for our sanitation district was only three percent. One reason for the low turnout is that districts “conduct

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SOAPBOX

End the Madness, Raise Your Voice

By Joel Moskowitz

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merican Jews need to begin demanding of Israel the same that it demands of Israel’s enemies. I refer specifically to an environment of tolerance on the part of the Israeli government to radical settlers who attack IDF bases and destroy Arab mosques and homes and to the religious coercion being perpetrated by extremist Haredi (Ultra-Orthodox) thugs with the aid and tolerance of Israel’s right wing coalition. The Judean gang are given the benign name of “Hilltop Youth” and the Haredi group in Beit Shemesh, Ashdod and Meah Shearim are acting with implicit approval of the Grand Rabbis whose lack of condemnation of the violence is deplorable.

A good first step will be for the government of Israel to label the “Hilltop Youth” as terrorists, allowing for stricter security measures to be used to get to the bottom of and breaking up of the operation. If Israel wants to be treated as a truly egalitarian and free society these crimes must be given moral equivalence to similar acts done to us. A Palestinian arrested for the defacing a synagogue would face a military tribunal and all that that implies. A Jew defacing a mosque, is tried in an Israeli court with a higher barrier to conviction than its military counterpart. The youth already have a legal defense fund set up with volunteer lawyers to defend them. This is no rag tag group of mislead

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youth, this is a strategy being employed by the settler movement, if not directly then with a winkwink acquiescence of settler leaders.

Equally disturbing is the ugly behavior of the extreme Haredim. While they may be a minority of the Haredi community, they have the full protection of a government coalition that includes their parties and a right wing prime minister whose legitimacy depends on their support.

Bibi Netanyahu continues to make statements denouncing the actions of the lunatic fringe but he needs to lean on his allies to pressure their communities to stop.

We can no more condemn the silence of the Arab countries’ defense of Palestinian atrocities if we don’t denounce our own. We cannot preach about the radical madrasas in Pakistan and Saudi Arabia if we cannot control our own yeshiva bochurs. And we certainly can’t deride the religious police of Iran if Israel effectively has the same in some of their cities.

There are some heroes in Israel who for sure take a stand and speak out against this violence and anti-Jewish values behavior. Rabbi Shlomo Riskin, himself a settler frequently denounces the Hilltop Youth. Rabbi Aharon Lichtenstein, founder and Rosh Yeshiva at Gush Etzion is another also Nachman Rosenberg of Tzohar, a Modern Orthodox organization that helps people prove their Judaism so they can marry as required by Israeli law, through the Chief Rabbinate.

If the Grand Rabbis of the major Hasidic sects remain silent, if the Roshei Yeshiva of the great institutions of higher Torah learning remain silent, they are guilty of complicity. If the political parties that represent these people do not loudly denounce them, they too are complicit. Most importantly, if we American Jews, supporters of Israel do not raise our voices then we too are guilty.

ince the start of this column, there are numerous stories over the years I have left untold. Some are just for my Shabbat table, meant to be shared only with close friends and family, inappropriate for publication. Despite being excellent material, I have opted to use that internal filter I so rarely employ, each story having its own reason why it could not be printed. There are also those anecdotes I regret having ever put down into words, wishing I could take them back, wondering what I was thinking.

Some stories are vetoed simply because of where they happened or who was involved. In specific, I do not write about work, referring in this case to my classroom.

While being a middle school teacher provides more inspiration than could be used in one lifetime, I have always had the, “Whatever happens in Vegas…” principle regarding my students. Adolescents are funny subjects, though often not on purpose. Even the boy who admitted having a staring contest with a photograph on the wall of a famous rabbi – and was convinced he would win – was never given column inches.

Many rules have their exceptions, though I do not consider this story to be one, despite starring a current student. Not only did the event not take place in my classroom, which already makes it permissible, but in this instance I was the one being schooled – not the other way around. I have said over the years that a teacher is only as good as his/her students – a successful teacher is one with great students. I am fortunate, therefore, to be teaching my present group of students – because if this one boy is an example of just how fine his classmates are, I must be an exceptional educator.

While life is filled with various rites of passage that shape us as individuals, there is no greater seminal moment for a Jewish boy as when he becomes a bar mitzvah. Miraculously turning into a man right before the eyes of congregation, nothing puts hair on a boy’s chest like reading the weekly Torah portion before hundreds of onlookers.

It takes a certain amount of guts, a definite leap of faith and a very deep breath before an adolescent boy takes his place before the Torah, pointer in hand, his training on the line. Having never experienced it personally, I can only imagine the stress and anxiety surrounding that moment. Knowing myself the way I do, I am sure there would be plenty of nervous laughter and a slew of oneliners. What I know for certain, however, is that I would have only been thinking of “me,” unable to focus on anyone else.

I had been looking forward to my trip to Montreal for my

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MS.ed., M.A., has been writing “That’s Life” for close to five years. She lives in Woodmere with her husband and six children and can be found all week long on her blog at www.dearthatslife.com.

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THE LEGENDARY DANNY O’DOUL

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ZEITGEIST WITH HOWARD BARBANEL

O’DOUL IN 2012 – Tripping the Light Fantastic BACK IN BLACK, BABY! “Boys and girls together, me and Mamie O’Rourke, Tripped the light fantastic on the sidewalks of New York…”

-- From “The Sidewalks of New York,” 1894

by James W. Blake and Charles Lawlor

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ell, fresh off a bizarre New Year’s Eve at the Left Bank Café in “Hell’s Kitchen,” NYC (a favorite haunt of those who actually “work” in show biz, where I drank some European No-Alcohol beers at the bar, together with The Lovely Sharon O’Doul and some old friends, and, a new friend – none other than, King of the Stand-Up Comics – Lewis Black. In fact, my new friend – Lewis Black – is the Rabbi Akiva of stand-up comedy. You see, Mr. Black did not have his first comedy special and officially “make it,” until he was about 50 years old. This appears to break even Rodney Dangerfield’s long-standing record.

It also means I got only about a year and half left!

So, you might say that my pretty enjoyable New Year’s celebration was inspirational… yeah, but not exactly. I even had hints of it that night at the Left Bank Café, when I went over to wish a “Happy New Year” to a lady who had been having a heated verbal fight with her spouse (or boyfriend) at the bar. I guess I summoned my inner Larry David because the next thing I knew – I just couldn’t help asking her – whether her long soliloquy with the guy was really a script she

was working on – or rehearsing – because her acting was extraordinary and truly world-class.

Well, the next thing I knew, this poor lady started sobbing uncontrollably and her head hit the bar, where she stayed way after her spouse returned. I rushed over to them both and tried to smooth things over, but the lady would not budge. The Spouse was not so concerned and said that she would be fine.

I stealthily cornered the bartender and tried to send a couple of drinks their way – but, he told me not to bother. Soon afterwards, the lady was persuaded to stand up and leave by The Spouse, whereupon I went outside to check up on them.

You cannot imagine my surprise when I looked out of the glass portico in front of the restaurant and saw the lady draped over a raised fence bordering a stately oak, apparently dead – while her Spouse gently stroked her hair and spoke to her. I ran back in to the bar, and told my friends that the poor lady was dead. One of my pals did not believe me, but, when I showed him the scene – he too, was convinced that the poor lady was gone, goodbye. So, there was nothing left to do, but go back in the bar and announce to ev-

This is The Legendary Danny O’Doul wishing all my readers a Happy 2012!

Remember, call your local Houses of Worship and Waldbaum’s and request your New Mayan Calendar for this monumental New Year!

eryone that the Poor Lady was dead!

I was a bit surprised that most people were neither shocked, nor much interested – after all, Dick Clark, Ryan Seacrest and Lady Gaga were all still yodeling, and/or warbling, as well as babbling on the TV. It was a hard scene to pull oneself away from – especially if you were inebriated, or had received a frontal lobotomy for The Holidays! Apparently, it was a little bit of both here and ultimately, we decided to move on and go out for a close-range reconnascence of the NCIS-quality death scene.

However, in a Holiday Miracle almost as good as that in “It’s a Wonderful Life,” when we went over to the Poor Lady – she actually had moved! Not much, but instead of being totally bent over the fence, she had raised her shoulders and head a little and The Spouse still stroked her hair and seemed to get some feedback from her. We inquired as to her well-being, and The Spouse assured us that she would be fine. Well, Happy New Year to them, to Lewis Black, to Steve – the ebulliently cordial Owner of the Left Bank Café – and to the Bartender, who not only pours a great Non-Alcoholic Beer – but, also some incredible and powerful drinks for my friends.

All in all – it was a great New Year’s Eve and I recommend the place highly – especially, if you love comedy, pathos and tragedy – all in the same night!

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Put Some Bright Color in Your Outerwear Please!

To the Editor, On the sabbath, perhaps because they believe so strongly that motorized vehicles should not be tolerated, it is common practice for Orthodox Jews to parade along the middle of Five Towns streets. It’s not a problem, except when they amble in dark clothes at night, frequently leading small children or pushing baby carriages. I beg of them to make standard practice of including a bright color in their outer garments, hopefully before a tragedy makes the point.

David Shapiro Woodmere

I’m Suing Local GOP Leaders To the Editor, After the Conservatives bent him over a barrel, Joe Mondello broke his hand punching a wall.

Well he’s about to break his other one, because I’m suing him.

(Mondello is Chairman of the

Nassau GOP).

I’m trying to pry Mondello’s fingers off the throat of the GOP. He and his friends have been sucking money out of it for years. This is unheard of anywhere else, and is only possible here because of a faked up petition/convention process. So on December 23rd, I served Mondello, Tony Santino, and Joe Ra with papers. In addition to this suit, I am already suing Frank Moroney of the North Hempstead GOP for similar transactions.

That same money were it spent on candidates would have easily elected Rob Germino and Christian Browne to the county legislature, Lee Tu as Supervisor of North Hempstead, and even saved Ciotti’s bacon. Instead, despite a nationwide anti-Obama wave, Republicans in Nassau LOST ground. This is the result of stagnation, moral bankruptcy, and of weak men who don’t stand up to bosses.

In fact, one of the North Hempstead “Executive Leaders” was worried that I was a lamb wandering among the

wolves. So let me set the record straight. Like the man in the movie said, “I’m not locked in here with them; they’re locked in here with ME!” Because on my side I’ve got the laws of New York, the U.S. Constitution, and the cause of right.

And what they’ve got is a lot of explaining to do. Let’s be frank here: these guys don’t have a Republican bone in their body -- they are priests of patronage worshipping county dollars.

Their ideology is them.

Fixing Republicanism in New York begins with us putting Republicans back in charge of the Nassau GOP. I would like two things from you: one is your moral support, and two is your actual help. We need people to compile information, make noise, FOIL requests, and of course, we need funds. Like my man Reagan said, “If not you... who? And if not now... when?”

So let me hear from you! I’m reachable at 516 850-2717. And I’ll keep you posted on the effort to reclaim the GOP.

Martin Dekom Manhasset, NY

Vent/Share/Rage/Persuade Got something on your mind? Share it with the community – send us a Letter to the Editor – it’s the perfect way to have your say on just about any topic.

Try and keep it to a maximum of 500 words and email it to us at Letters@standardli.com, fax it to us at 516-374-4068 or via the post office at 1024 Broadway, Woodmere, NY 11598.

Please include your name, address and daytime phone number.

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ven back in the 19th Century, Manhattan was considered quite the exciting burg. The biggest city in America for at least two centuries now, “The City” is still the epicenter of American culture and nightlife. There are many Five Towners who trek into Manhattan on a daily basis for their livelihoods and quite a few who travel in frequently for entertainment or leisure – me – I live most of my life within a few mile radius of Broadway in Woodmere, so any trip to Manhattan is an adventure these days.

Since becoming single again, Manhattan has been an increasing part of my down time owing to the fact that more single women reside there than just about anywhere else in the metro area, so Manhattan is “date central,” and dating accounts for no small part of the Manhattan dining and entertaining economy.

For much of the preceding decade (as a consequence of married suburban living, no doubt) New Year’s had been kind of a mellow affair, typically centered around a nice dinner somewhere followed by the spectral televised visage of the strokeaddled Dick Clark struggling through New Years greetings on TV for a few minutes before Ryan Seacrest emceed the dropping of that giant crystal and strobe light ball atop Times Square.

This year, thanks to the affections of someone I’ve been seeing (and as opposed to last year when New Years coincided with the Jewish Sabbath) I was presented with all kinds of happening New Years options in the big

town. Now, it should be stated categorically, that no matter how youthful my appearance, I am 53, and generally I’m not running around to all hours of the night and clubbing is nowhere on my radar screen, but for New Year’s, this year, I made an exception.

Resplendent in a black sports jacket and new lavender shirt, the karma of my cool attire enabled me to secure on-street parking within a few minutes of my arrival on the Upper East Side, which is no small feat.

With my “De-fender” bumper guard fully deployed, I left the car for the next 15 hours, finally able to imbibe in alcoholic beverages beyond the legal driving limit for a change. This would be a lot of fun, but would exact a high price.

One of the great things about Manhattan New Year’s is that normally pretty women assume extraordinary beauty thanks to careful efforts at blow-outs, makeup and sharp outfits. When mixed with copious amounts of cocktails, the city becomes a whirling dervish of pulchritude in an order, scope and magnitude that one can’t imagine from the cosseted confines of suburban “Marriedland.” Because it was unseasonably warm for this time of year, it seemed as though miniskirts were the de rigueur uniform among the comely.

The evening was long on glamour with stops first at a high-end live jazz spot followed by a townhouse party with a live Cuban band and then ending with another West Village basement jazz dive where thanks to the innumerable Jacks and Coke I consumed from 9:00 p.m. until 2:00 a.m., the bass player and vocalist were appearing to me

as though they were four people instead of two. Not having drunk to that kind of level in perhaps 15 or more years, this was quite an optical revelation.

Classic jazz, (of the 50’s and 60’s variety) to be truly appreciated, needs to be augmented with wine or spirits to one degree or another, but this was a bit much.

Thankfully, post 2:00 a.m., the only eye-hand coordination I was being called upon to manifest was hailing a cab (as opposed to operating a motor vehicle – as I never drive buzzed or drunk) which somehow managed to happen. The next morning was where the piper had to be paid. I am proud to say that I’ve not had a hangover in more than a dozen years – proud because I was able to avoid this horrible malady by virtue of being moderate in my consumption of (mostly) wine and beer. Time and distance made me forget just what a terrible self-inflicted affliction a hangover can be and the novelty of this experience after such a long gap was compounded by the march of time – hangovers in fact get far worse when you’re over 40 and terrible when over 50. Frankly, it took me the better part of the next three days to recover from the experience, aided by getting to bed well before 11 on two successive nights and sleeping for the first time in more than a decade past 8:00 in the morning. Vast amounts of bottled water were brought to bear along with bland comfort food (pancakes) to soak-up the queasiness. Now that I’ve had a déjà vu New Years (the kind I might have had two decades ago) I’ve come to the conclusion that nostalgia for days gone by and one’s youth should remain just that – nostalgia and hopefully next New Years I’ll be back to a nice dinner out along with the live televised mummy of Dick Clark letting me know that we’ve arrived at 2013.

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LAWRENCE HAPPENINGS

Lawrence Takes Part in H.S. Model Congress

By Zena Ballas

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n December 9th, students embarked on their journey to Model Congress fun! While everyone else spent their Fridays doing other activities, students participating in Model Congress would come together for this event. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been preparing to voice their opinions and get ready for the big debate. In the past,

theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve debated on a number of topics ranging from Foreign and Domestic Affairs, to Pop Culture and Teen Issues. Â One Congress fan, Shana Mireku, was extremely excited for this event.

She said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Having the different points of view from all sorts of people on very important topics made chairing committees interesting and exciting. Congress allows people to be conďŹ dent of their own opinions and even

Zena Ballas is a senior at Lawrence High School and is Editor-In-Chief of the Newspaper Club. She enjoys writing and has a passion for photography, which she hopes to pursue in the near future.

enables people to see things in another outlook. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what makes Congress so much fun for everybody involved in it.â&#x20AC;?

You may think Model Congress is just strictly about debating but thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more to it than that. Deep within, Congress transforms into a family, supporting each member regardless of the differences. It gives students the opportunity from Lawrence as well as other schools, including Seaford, East Meadow, Herricks, New Rochelle, Long Beach, Wantagh, Hewlettt, and Oceanside, to unite as a whole, brainstorm, and have fun-ďŹ lled discussions throughout the weekend. One week-

end may not seem like enough to fully develop a friendship, but this one weekend is what everyone looks forward to and the members all get to know each other on a more personal level.

This makes the night even more special. A lot of Model Congress members are especially thrilled about housing. They have the willingness to invite complete strangers into their houses to spend the night. Another fan of Model Congress as well as housing said, Â â&#x20AC;&#x153;Housing really allows the people of Model Congress to become acquainted with each other. It goes beyond just debating in the committees and competing for awards because we, as

people, are able to show our personalities and make strong connections with people we might have never talked to before.â&#x20AC;?

After having a good nightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sleep, members wake up to activities that one would think are a nuisances since itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in the morning, but any person familiar with Congress would know that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not. Their enthusiasm radiates from their bodies as soon as they get there, excited to speak their minds. By encouraging other members to persevere, they cheer as loud as they can. Â As the night comes to an end, there is a decision to be made. Michael Grossman, Madelyn Forte, Ali Tucker, Michelle

Rothstein, Ellen Liebenthal, and Uryan Rampersaud were involved with the decision and had to choose who would win the best delegation of the weekend. As they prepared for the ďŹ nal determination, awards were given to the top three speakers of their group. For Lawrenceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 42nd Model Congress, they felt that Oceanside had the best delegation. Sure, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sad not winning but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not all about winning.  For the members of Model Congress, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sadder to bid their farewells. Members count down the days until next year, until the next Congress weekend arrives, until they can see their family again

REMEMBRANCES

Honoring Uryan Rampersaud, Lawrence High School Senior, Fundraiser Set-up to Honor his Memory

By Scott P. Moore

Standard Staff Reporter

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ryan Rampersaud, a 17 year old Lawrence High School senior from Inwood, passed away on December 29th, 2011 due to a collapsed mitral valve in his heart, or simply when blood does not pass from one of the heartâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chambers to another properly for an unknown reason.

Rampersaud was an honor student at Lawrence High School, member of the Model Congress, Chess Club, Math Mentor, Student Government Treasurer, High School Orchestra and Varsity Tennis teams among other

honors. He was also recently invited to the Long Island Psychology Fair along with three other Lawrence students for his work on showing the differences between how boys and girls interact formally and informally. He was also an aspiring doctor, according to his friends, and had been recently accepted into the University of Indianaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seven year doctoral program. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll always remember the last time I was with him,â&#x20AC;? said Jeremy DiLuzio, also a senior at LHS. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We went to the city together, all of us, to this teen club and it was a really fun day.â&#x20AC;? He noted he would miss hearing Uryan laugh like he did that day when they

tricked a friend into wearing a formal suit to the dance club.

He added: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brought all of his friends together... weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve put a lot of personal stuff aside. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just put life into perspective for us.â&#x20AC;?

Another friend, Lawrence senior Jake Gottesman, said heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d always remember the ďŹ rst time he and Uryan went to New York City together for a charity event run by rapper/hip-hop artist Jay-Z. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I remember we walked in and we saw Jay-Z right there, [singer/ actress] Beyonce and, all of a sudden, he sees [New York Yankeesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; starting pitcher] C.C. Sabathia,â&#x20AC;? said Gottesman. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Uryan just wanted a picture with him and, since I messed up the ďŹ rst one,

we went back for a second and [C.C.] was really cool about it. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve never seen him smile so wide.â&#x20AC;?

They said his brother, Dylan, said of Uryan, â&#x20AC;&#x153;His heart was too big for his body.â&#x20AC;?

The friends said everyone that knew Uryan are still adjusting to the shock, especially with school returning from break this past week. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been really quiet in the classes he was in,â&#x20AC;? said Lawrence senior Albert Salama. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sometimes weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll talk about him during the class instead. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just been a little more quiet in every class.â&#x20AC;?

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Uryan Rampersaud, right, poses with New York Yankee C.C. Sabathia at a charity event.

Photo courtesy Friends of Uryan.

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HOUSE & HOME • FASHION & FEATURES

Having Fun in the Middle of Winter: A Guide to Cool Local Activities for Kids of all Ages

BY SUSAN VARGHESE

Standard Associate Editor

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s the temperature drops, winter blues usually drive people into a rut, looking for something fun to do while staying warm. We won’t be going to the beach anytime soon, however, local arcades and museums make it possible to keep busy, engaged and entertained.

There are also a few outdoor options for when the season’s first snow hits, like skiing and sledding in a few neighboring parks. If you don’t want to wait for snow, the rink at Grant Park offers ice-skating for novices and experts.

To hone your creative abilities, try Breezy’s in Cedarhurst for cooking and baking classes, or Owl 57 to learn the art of painting and sculpting. Whatever your preference is, there’s no end of things to do o to keep both kids and adults entertained.

Fun Station USA With everything from laser tag, bumper cars, video games to a restaurant, it’s a full family entertainment center. Kids and adults alike will have something to do, which makes this the perfect winter activity, without weathering the cold.

From Monday to Friday, unlimited ride bracelets are $11.95 to $14.95, Saturday and Sunday; unlimited ride bracelets are $13.95 to $16.95.

They have a Friday night special, which is $20 per child from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and includes unlimited rides, $10 game card, and a food choice of a slice of pizza or hot dog, small fries and a drink.

Fun Station USA is located at 40 Rocklyn Ave-

9-hole, par-31 golf course. It’s $9 for residents with the Leisure Pass on the weekdays and $24 for non-Leisure Pass holders and non-residents. On weekends, it’s $10 for residents with the Leisure Pass and $26 for non-Leisure Pass holders and nonresidents.

North Woodmere Park is located on Branch Boulevard in Woodmere. For more information about North Woodmere Park, call (516) 5717801.

Ice Skate at Grant Park Test out your best jumps and spins on the ice at Grant Park. With options to skate freely or take lessons with an instructor, it’s fit for beginners and experienced skaters.

Grant Park skate rink has two two-hour sessions on Wednesday and Thursday at 10:30 p.m.

Kids skating at Grant Park in Hewlett

Breezy teaching a previous class

Photo by Susan Varghese

Photo by Jonathan Walter leagues le eagues in all levels, a world-class junior league tennis program and Har Tru tennis courts. le They Th also offer professional instructors.

Nassau Indoor Tennis Club is located at 73 DeSibio Place in Inwood. (516) 239-8303. NassauinD doortennis.com d

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and 4:00 p.m., two on Friday at 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., four on Saturday at 10:30 a.m., 1:15 p.m., 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., and three on Sunday at 10:30 a.m., 1:15 p.m., and 4:00 p.m. They are closed on Monday and Tuesday. Skating costs $7 for adults with a Leisure Pass and $20 without, $5 for a child with a Leisure Pass and $14 without.

Skate rentals are available for $5. Grant Park is located on Sheridan Avenue off Broadway in Hewlett.

For more information, call them at (516) 571-7821.

Bake at Breezy’s

Fun Station USA.

Photo Courtesy of Fun Station nue in Lynbrook. (516) 5997757. Funstationusa.com

Ski and Sled at Valley Stream State Park Long trips to the Catskills or Adirondacks to hit the slopes are a thing of the past. Once snow hits, Valley Stream State Park offers cross-country ski trails. There’s a vehicle entry fee into the park of $8, but for $65, you can buy an Empire Passport, which is an annual pass providing unlimited use to New York State parks.

At Grant Park in Hewlett and in North Woodmere Park, sledding is also permitted dependant on the weather.

Valley Stream State Park is located on Valley Stream State Park Road in Valley Stream. For more information about Valley Stream Park, call (516) 8254128.North Woodmere Park is located on Branch Boulevard in Woodmere. For more information about North Woodmere Park, call (516) 571-7801. Grant Park is located on Sheridan Avenue off Broadway in Hewlett. For more information about Grant Park, call (516) 571-7821.

Kids playing at the Long Island Children’s Museum

Photo Courtesy of LICM

Learn the art of creating perfect frosting and piping, and new ways to use fondant and patterns in a cupcake class. Or,, through p g a chocolate class, you’ll best way to fill molds, covlearn the be er fruits, or temper chocolate. Sugar cookie decorating can teach you to make a cookie stand out m with special icing, decow rrations and roll-out fondant. Breezy’s is a baked ware, gift and houseware w sstore that offers fun baking classes in a lively pink in room with all supplies and ro ingredients included. in Classes and availability vary. Breezy’s is located at 572 Central Avenue in Cedarhurst. (516) 374-1544.

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Nassau Indoor Tennis Club Na Nestled in Inwood, the N Nassau Indoor Tennis Club Nas offers offe women’s and men’s

The Owl Art Center has instructional art proggrams for kids from the ages of five until 13. The ccenter has a drawing and painting program, which is fifteen weeks long, a clay and ceramics w program for children over the age of eight. For p teenagers and adults, Owl Art offers an individualized program for each person’s experience and needs in small groups.

Brocha Teichman, a local artist, teaches painting and an drawing for children in the Art Studio of the Five Towns in Lawrence.

Iris Gorenberg, another local artist, teaches a painting and sculpture class in her Hewlett studio.

Her classes are small with usually a dozen students.

Owl 57 Galleries is located at 591-593 Willow Avenue in the Maple Plaza Mall in Cedarhurst. (516) 3745707. The Art Studio of The Five Towns is located at 48 Frost Lane in Lawrence. (516) 374-1904. Iris Gorenberg’s class meets Tuesdays from 1:00 p.m.-3: 30 p.m., Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Fridays from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. It’s $100 for a series of six classes.

Iris Gorenberg can be contacted at (516) 374-2789.

Long Island Gymnastics Academy in Cedarhurst Learn to tumble or balance the high bar at the Long Island Gymnastics Academy. They offer mommy/daddy and me programs for children from six months to three years old. They also offer prenastics, transition classes, and competitive teams.

The Academy is located 565 Willow Avenue in Cedarhurst. (516) 569-5115. Ligymnastic.com

The Long Island Children’s Museum Kids can have fun while learning interactively at the Long Island Children’s Museum in Garden City.

The museum has 14 hands-on exhibit galleries, theater, and three studios.

They currently have a traveling exhibit called Dragons and Fairies that share Vietnamese history, while kids can taste treats, make lion masks and lanterns for a festival parade and view a play titled, “Dragons & Fairies,” by Vietnamese playwright Nguyen Thi Minh Ngoc.

General admission is $11. LICM is located at 11 Davis Avenue in Garden City. (516) 224-5871. Licm.org.

Winter Golfing Get your stroke play ready because weather permitting, North Woodmere Park offers golfing in the winter.

North Woodmere Park offers a

Iris Gorenberg in her studio.

Photo by Susan Varghese

A student painting at the Art Studio of The Five Towns in Lawrence.

Photo courtesy of Brocha Teichman

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rooms, $799,000, Morton Haves Real Estate, (516) 374-0100 420 Everit Ave, 1/8, 1:00 p.m.3:00 p.m., 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, $925,000, Morton Haves Real Estate, (516) 374-0100

LAWRENCE 250 Central Ave #B106, 1/8, 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m., 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, $100,000, Pugatch Realty, (516) 295-3000 376 Central Ave #4-L, 1/8, 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., 1 bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms, $349,000, Pugatch Realty, (516) 295-3000

NORTH WOODMERE 23 Vanderbilt Way, 1/7, 12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m., 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, $345,000, Pugatch Realty, (516) 295-3000 623 Prescott Pl, 1/8, 2:00 p.m.3:30 p.m., 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, $599,000, Pugatch Realty, (516) 295-3000 656 Colfax Pl, 1/8, 12:00 p.m.1:30 p.m., 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, $499,000, Pugatch Realty, (516) 295-3000 731 Flanders Dr, 1/8, 2:00 p.m.3:30 p.m., 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, $499,000, Prudential Douglas Elliman Real Estate, (516) 238-4299 781 Hillcrest, 1/8, 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, $647,000, Jan Kalman Realty, (516) 569-5651 1031Cedarhurst St, 1/8, 12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m., 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, $649,000, Jan Kalman Realty, (516) 569-5651 330 Hungry Harbor Road, 1/8, 2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m., 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, $699,000, Jan Kalman Realty, (516) 569-5651 950 Park Ln, 1/8, 10:00 a.m.11:30 p.m., 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, $439,000, Jan Kalman Realty, (516) 569-5651 845 Fanwood Ave, 1/8, 12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m., 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, $459,000, Jan Kalman Realty, (516) 569-5651

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110 Wood Ln, 1/8, 12:00 p.m.1:30 p.m., 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, $1,203,000, Pugatch Realty, (516) 295-3000 160 Willow Rd, 1/8, 12:00 p.m.1:30 p.m., 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, $1,250,000, Prudential Douglas Elliman Real Estate, (516) 238-4299 847 Ivy Hill Rd, 1/8, 11:30 a.m.1:00 p.m., 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, $879,000, Jan Kalman Realty, (516) 569-5651 180 W. Ivy Hill Rd, 1/8, 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, $1,089,000, Jan Kalman Realty, (516) 569-5651

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"New Construction" Two minute walk to shul. Classic 6 Bdrm/4.5 Bath. Center hall colonial. Fabulous entry foyer.

Nine foot ceilings. LR with fireplace. Large formal DR. Huge kosher EIK. Top of the line. Must see. Call Susan for details.

Walk to Young Israel and Aish. Come view the plans and specifications. $1M+

"New Construction" Walk to new Irving Place Shul. Classic custom built new constructions. Grand two story entry foyer.

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JAN. 6  12, 2012 • THE SOUTH SHORE STANDARD •

ON THE MARKET 900 Mayfield Road, Woodmere

Stats: A lot size of 34,333 square feet. The home has 11 rooms, six bedrooms and three bathrooms. The property is selling for $879,000 with annual taxes of $33,042.98.

Details: An expanded ranch-style home, built in 1954, with a newly updated granite eat-in-kitchen and appliances. The house features wood and marble floors and a huge den that overlooks parklike grounds with a water view.

Contact: Jan Kalman Realty, Jan Kalman at (516) 569-5651

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The house features a living room, formal dining room, eat-in-kitchen, office, family room, full basement and a new heating system.

Contact: Prudential Douglas Elliman Real Estate, Ronnie Gerber at (516) 238-4299

1021 Loft Road, Woodmere Stats: A lot size of 10,000 square feet. The home has nine rooms, four bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms. The property is selling for $669,000 with annual taxes of $18,954.52.

Details: An expanded ranch-style home, built in 1948, with a large eat-in-kitchen and formal dining room. The house features a first floor Master Suite, five skylights, hard wood floors, upper and rear decks, central alarm system and a fireplace.

Contact: VI Properties, INC. at (516) 791-1313

1260 Harbor Road, Hewlett Harbor

Stats: A lot size of 7,200 square feet. The home has nine rooms, five bedrooms and four-and-a-half bathrooms. The property is selling for $1,195,000 with annual taxes of $21,291.58.

Details: A colonial-style home, built in 2008, with an eat-in-kitchen and formal dining room. The house features a living room with a fireplace, a granite gourmet kitchen, family room and a master bedroom suite with a Jacuzzi and steam shower.

Contact: Pugatch Realty Corp., Mark Lipner at (516) 295-3000

847 Ivy Hill Road, Woodsburgh

Stats: A lot size of 13,534 square feet. The home has 10 rooms, five bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms. The property is selling for $849,000 with annual taxes of $25,913.

Details: A split-style home, built in 1960, with golf course views.

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Granit Kitchen With Nice Sitting Room .$520K

Cedarhurst Split. New To Market. 4/5 BR, 3 Full Bbth.

SD#14. Waiting To Welcome Its New Owners. $569K

N.Woodmere Recently Renovated Tiffany Split. 4BR,2.5 bth. New Gourmet Kitchen. Park Like Property.$689K

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Newly Redone Split In Ocean Lea Area. 3 BR, 2 bth. New Kitchen, Bath, Windows, Driveway And HW Floors.$579K

N.Woodmere SH Colonial. 4 BR 2.5 Bth , New Master Bedroom Suite, Renovated Kitchen. SD#14. $625K

Hewlett Bay Park CH Colonial. 7 BR, 2.55 bth.

Atrium W/Spa. Sep. Entrance To Guest Suite/Or Prof. Office.

Cul-De-Sac $1.299M

VI Properties, INC, 1208 Broadway, Hewlett NY 11557, Office: 516-791-1313 www.VIPropertiesNY.com vipi@optonline.net

Visit us at www.elliman.com Properties Sold in the Five ive Towns since Dec. 22nd 840 Raleigh Lane, Woodmere A split-style home with eight rooms, four bedrooms, three full bathrooms and a water view. A lot size of 6,600 square feet. Year built: 1957. The home sold on December 22nd for $575,000.

23 Copperbeech Lane, Lawrence A Tudor-style home with nine rooms, four bedrooms, threeand-a-half bathrooms and an inground pool. A lot size of 14,850 square feet. Year built: 1942. The home sold on December 28th for $975,000.

583 Lincoln Street, Cedarhurst

397 Daub Avenue, Hewlett

A cape-style home with eight rooms, four bedrooms, two full bathrooms and an attached one-car garage. A lot size of 5,000 square feet. Year built: 1950. The home sold on December 22nd for $385,000.

A colonial-style home with 10 rooms, six bedrooms, three full bathrooms, a front porch and a deck. A lot size of 7,428 square feet. Year built: 2004. The home sold on December 29th for $740,000.

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EXCLUSIVE! Boaters Dream Home! Diamond 2 Yrs Ago! 5 BR, 3 Bth Colonial on over 1/2 Acre of Spacious 6 BR, 3.5 Bth Exp Ranch.

Waterfront Contemporary with Perfect Flow for Manicured Property w/ IG Htd Pool. Open Floor Plan.

2 Story Entry Foyer, Main Flr Mstr Suite, Entertaining. 6 BR, 5.5 Bth, Open Floor Plan, Dock SD#14 $1, 250, 000 2 Dens. Make Offers! $949, 000 Can Accommodate 2 Boats, SD#14, $2, 495, 000

HEWLETT HARBOR 207 EVERIT AVE Private Road Leads to This Hidden Gem on Over 2 Acres! 5 BR, 6.5 Bth Colonial, IG Pool, Tennis Court, Bulkhead & Dock, 3.5 Car Garage, $3, 450, 000

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5 BR, 3.5 Bth Colonial on Beautiful O/S Property, Grand CH Colonial on Manicured O/S Property. 6 BR, 4.5 Great Opportunity! Magnificent 3/4 Acre Property Large EIK/Great Rm w/ Fpl, Open Flow, Fin Bsmt, Bth, All Spacious Rms, CAC, Possibilities for Expansion, in Fabulous Location. 5 BR, 3 Bth Exp Ranch w/ 2 Car Garage, SD#14, $875, 000 2 Car Garage, SD#14, Make Offers! $649, 000 Full Bsmt. Loads of Potential SD#14, $799, 000

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“BLUE’S CLUES” PRESENTED BY PLAZA THEATRICAL Lawrence Woodmere Academy, in partnership with Kevin and Phyllis Harrington’s Plaza Theatrical Productions of Lynbrook, is hosting a children’s play based on the popular “Blue’s Clues” television series.

The performance begins at 1:00 p.m. and costs $10 per person. To order tickets, please call the Academy at (516) 374-5559 or the Plaza Box Office at (516) 599-6870.

LONG BEACH’S ANNUAL WINTER SHOW The City of Long Beach Arena and the Skating Academy of Long Beach NY are hosting their annual winter show to kickoff January as National Skating Month. The show will feature both local and international skaters of all levels from children to seniors and there will be several skaters appearing from the Five Towns area. The show runs from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Admission is $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for children. The Arena is located at 150 West Bay Drive in Long Beach.

Please call (516) 208-6136 for more information.

NEW TALENT/NEW IDEAS – MIKI SAWADA, PIANIST Miki Sawada, a native of Japan, will be playing a solo piano recital at the Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library. Sawada, who spent her formative years in London, Paris, Chicago and New York, has won many awards for her piano-playing abilities including first prizes at Concours International de Pia-

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Tuesday, January 10 MASTERING THE SECRET CODE OF LIMIT SETTING OHEL and JCC of Greater Five Towns, in conjunction with HAFTR, are hosting a parenting seminar at HAFTR Middle School this Tuesday. Merrill Weiner, noted psychotherapist and lecturer who specializes in the treatment of children, adolescents and families, will be the main presenter of the evening and there will be introductory remarks from Mrs. Rochelle Brand, Principal of HAFTR Middle School.

The program starts at 7:30 p.m.

HAFTR Middle School is located at 44 Frost Lane in Lawrence.

Friday, January 13 GOT SHABBAT? This week marks the launch of a new Friday night program for the entire family hosted by Chabad of Hewlett. Chabad will be having a meet-and-greet, user-friendly Kabbalat Shabbat, Kiddush and a light dinner.

The program starts at 6:30 p.m. and all are welcome. Chabad of Hewlett is located at 1160 Broadway in Hewlett. For more information and to RSVP, please call (516) 295-3413.

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MALVERNE CINEMA

350 Hempstead Avenue, Malverne, NY - (516) 599-6966 The Descendants | 1hr 55min | Rated R FRI&SAT: 2:00, 4:30, 7, 9:45pm | SUN: 2, 4:30, 7:20pm My Week with Marilyn | 1hr 36min | Rated R FRI&SAT: 1, 3:15, 5:35, 7:40, 9:45pm | SUN: 1, 3:15, 5:35, 7:40pm Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy (2011) | 2hr 7min | Rated R FRI&SAT: 1, 3:45, 7, 9:45pm | SUN: 1:30, 4:30, 7:30pm A Dangerous Method | 1hr 39min | Rated R FRI&SAT: 1, 3:15, 5:35, 7:40, 9:45pm | SUN: 1, 3:15, 5:35, 7:40pm The Artist | 1hr 40min | Rated PG-13 FRI&SAT: 1, 3:15, 5:35, 7:40, 9:45pm | SUN: 1, 3:15, 5:35, 7:40pm

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321 Merrick Road, Lynbrook, NY - (800) 326-3264 ext. 624 The Muppets | 1hr 38min | Rated PG FRI&SAT: 2:10, 4:40, 7:15pm | SUN: 2:10, 4:40, 7:15pm The Devil Inside | 1hr 27min | Rated R FRI&SAT: 2:30, 5, 7:20, 9:40pm | SUN: 2, 5, 7:20pm The Darkest Hour 3D | 1hr 29min | Rated PG-13 FRI&SAT: 9:45pm | SUN: 2:15, 4:45, 7pm We Bought a Zoo | 2hr 4min | Rated PG FRI&SAT: 2, 4:50, 7:30, 10:15pm | SUN: 2, 4:50, 7:30pm The Adventures of Tintin 3D | 1hr 47min | Rated PG FRI&SAT: 1:45, 4:45, 7:35, 10:10pm | SUN: 1:45, 4:45, 7:35pm Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked | 1hr 27min | Rated G FRI&SAT: 2:20, 4:55, 7:05, 9:15pm | SUN: 2:20, 4:55, 7:05pm Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows | 2hr 9min | Rated PG-13 FRI&SAT: 1:30, 4:20, 7:10, 10:10pm | SUN: 1:30, 4:20, 7:15pm

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750 West Sunrise Highway, Valley Stream, NY - (800) 315-4000 Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol | 2hr 12min | Rated PG-13 FRI&SAT: 12:40, 1:10, 3:10, 3:40, 4:10, 6:30, 6:55, 7:20, 9:20, 9:45, 10:25pm, 12:10, 12:35am SUN: 12:40, 1:10, 3:10, 3:40, 4:10, 6:30, 6:55, 7:20, 9:20, 9:45, 10:25pm Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked | 1hr 27min | Rated G FRI&SAT: 12:10, 12:45, 2:30, 2:55, 4:40, 5:10, 7:05, 7:35, 9:25, 11:40pm SUN: 12:10, 12:45, 2:30, 2:55, 4:40, 5:10, 7:05, 7:35, 9:25pm Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows | 2hr 9min | Rated PG-13 FRI&SAT: 1:20, 4:20, 7:25, 10:20pm | SUN: 1:20, 4:20, 7:25, 10:20pm The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo | 2hr 40min | Rated R FRI&SAT: 12, 3:25, 6:40, 10:05pm | SUN: 12, 3:25, 6:40, 10:05pm We Bought a Zoo | 2hr 4min | Rated PG FRI&SAT: 12:35, 3:35, 6:45, 9:55pm, 12:40am | SUN: 12:35, 3:35, 6:45, 9:55pm The Devil Inside | 1hr 27min | Rated R FRI&SAT: 12:45, 1:15, 2:50, 3:20, 5, 5:30, 7:15, 7:45, 9:30, 10, 11:35pm, 12:05am SUN: 12:45, 1:15, 2:50, 3:20, 5, 5:30, 7:15, 7:45, 9:30, 10pm The Adventures of Tintin 3D | 1hr 47min | Rated PG FRI&SAT: 12, 2:30, 5:05, 7:30, 9:55pm, 12:25am | SUN: 12, 2:30, 5:05, 7:30, 9:55pm New Year’s Eve | 1hr 57min | Rated PG-13 FRI&SAT: 1, 3:45, 6:35, 9:15, 11:55pm | SUN: 1, 3:45, 6:35, 9:15pm The Darkest Hour 3D | 1hr 29min | Rated PG-13 FRI&SAT: 12:15, 2:35, 4:55, 7:10, 9:35, 11:50pm | SUN: 12:15, 2:35, 4:55, 7:10, 9:35pm The Adventures of Tintin | 1hr 47min | Rated PG FRI&SAT: 12:30pm | SUN: 12:30pm The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 | 1hr 48min | Rated PG-13 FRI&SAT: 9:50pm, 12:40am | SUN: 9:50pm The Sitter | 1hr 40min | Rated R | FRI&SAT: 4:45, 7, 9:10, 11:30pm | SUN: 4:45, 7, 9:10pm Arthur Christmas | 1hr 37min | Rated PG | FRI&SAT: 12:05, 2:25pm | SUN: 12:05, 2:25pm

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Late Night Humor

The Best of This Week’s Post 11pm Wit

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“They say the Iowa caucuses are very important because they are predictors of the Academy Awards.”

–David Letterman “I hope you all had a good holiday. I was in Scotland. I enjoy going back to the country where I was born. That must be what it feels like when Barack Obama visits Kenya.”

–Craig Ferguson “The new ruler of North Korea is Kim Jong Il’s son. That’s an amazing coincidence. The elections must have gone very quickly.”

–Craig Ferguson “The U.S. government is selling $30 billion worth of fighter jets to Saudi Arabia.

Yeah, it’s part of a new initiative called, ‘Operation Regret This In Five Years.’”

–Jimmy Fallon “President Obama’s campaign has released a highlight reel of his top moments from 2011. The video’s a little weird.

Halfway through, it’s taped over by Joe Biden’s recording of ‘Yo Gabba Gabba.’”

–Jimmy Fallon “2012 is supposed to be the year the world ends. Have you seen the national debt? If the world doesn’t end, we are so screwed.”

–Jay Leno David Letterman’s “Top Ten Signs It Might Be Time To End Your Presidential Campaign” 10. Will only answer questions from reporters who buy you a steak dinner 9. Most influential supporter is some drunk guy from British Columbia 8. Still aren’t sure what the

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heck a “caucus” is 7. Began last speech with, “As I look out at all these empty chairs . . . “ 6. People refer to you as Mitt Romney without the charisma 5. Last campaign ad showed you curled up on the shower floor, crying 4. Instead of Iowa you’ve been campaigning in Idaho 3. At the last debate, all you said was, “whatevs” 2. Your mom keeps reminding you that, if this president thing doesn’t work out, your Uncle Phil has a job for you at his carpet store 1. Chief of staff spent the weekend in Los Angeles setting car fires “Political analysts are saying that Mitt Romney was having trouble generating enthusiasm among Iowa voters.

Now, ladies and gentlemen, you know you have a problem when people in Iowa find you dull.”

–Conan O’Brien “Iowa is a state in the Midwest that manufactures pigs, corn and old people.”

–Conan O’Brien “There’s a plan for the Pentagon to cut almost half a trillion dollars from the military.

The Pentagon plans to pay for future wars by divorcing Kobe Bryant.”

–Conan O’Brien “The payroll tax extension passed the House and Senate by unanimous consent. This was a procedural move allowing it to pass, even though most members of congress

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Bistro Takes it Up A Notch in Lawrence Growing up with a mother who was a chef and a father who was a butcher, Raphy Bitton has been around fine food since he was a child. He has brought that taste for food to his new restaurant, Prime Bistro in Lawrence. After Bistro Grill in Woodmere closed last month (Bitton will be opening an Italian restaurant in its place next week,) his Bistro has moved to Central Avenue in Cedarhurst with many improvements over his former restaurant.

“I wanted to build something that was easy on the eye, where the customer can feel luxurious, at the same time serving some of the finest meats around,” Bitton said.

Bitton has expanded his menu extensively in his new location and customers can even come in to buy from an extensive collection of raw meat for their own home cooking.

“It is a basically a Delmonico steak ($49), dry aged for 28 days. It is 22 ounces, and it is covered in candied onion and a teriyaki drizzle,” Bitton said of one dish he had out for display.

Bitton also showed off a red snapper ($32) with cherry tomato, white wine, and lemon sauce.

Although take out service for sandwiches, a popular option at Bistro Grill in Woodmere, isn’t available at the moment, Bitton plans to bring back takeout ser-

vice to Prime Bistro soon.

Prime Bistro is Glatt Kosher under the supervision of the Va’ad of The Five Towns.

Prime Bistro is located at 305 Central Avenue in Lawrence.

They are open from Sunday through Thursday at 10 a.m. for raw meat orders, 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. for lunch, and from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. for dinner. To make a reservation or for more information, please call them at (516) 374-7772.

Chelsea Handler stars in the new sitcom Are You There, Chelsea?

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Your Voice, Your Vote: Republican Candidates Debate: ABC 9:00 p.m. Tune in to ABC this weekend to catch the Republican Presidential Candidates Debate in New Hampshire. The debate, which will be moderated by ABC’s Diane Sawyer and George Stephanopoulos, is being held right before New Hampshire’s critical Republican primary election this Tuesday, January 10th. The candidates will be asked about critical issues the country faces in front of a live audience at Saint Anselm College in Manchester.

Contraband: Rated R. In this action-thriller, Mark Wahlberg leads the cast as Chris Farraday, a man who had abandoned a life of crime long ago. He finds himself propelled back into the world of international underground drug smuggling when his brother-in-law, Andy, botches a drug deal for his ruthless boss.

Chris must use his rusty skills to navigate the network of drug lords, cops and hit men before his wife, Kate (Kate Beckinsale), and sons become their target.

Joyful Noise: Rated PG-13.

Dolly Parton and Queen Latifah star in this lighthearted comedy set in the small town of Pacashau, Georgia. The town has fallen on hard times, but the people are counting on the Divinity Church Choir to lift their spirits by winning the National Joyful Noise Competition. The church’s newly appointed director, Vi Rose Hill (Queen Latifah) and G.G. Sparrow (Dolly Parton), another leading lady of the church, have opposing views on how to run the Choir and it is threatening to tear the Choir apart. If the two strongwilled women can overcome their differences they, and their choir, could win the competition for the small town.

Wednesday, January 11

Delmonico Steak at Prime Bistro

Are You There, Chelsea?: NBC 8:30 p.m. Chelsea Handler (“Chelsea Lately”) and Laura Prepon (“That 70s Show”) star in this new comedy series based on Handler’s best-selling books. In the premiere episode, Chelsea (played by Prepon) gets a D.U.I. and realizes she needs to make some big changes in her life. Meanwhile, Chelsea’s sister, Sloane, (played by Handler), is due to give birth any day and is not convinced she can count on her sister to be there for her at the delivery. This new series is sure to have many laughs and surprises.

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• THE SOUTH SHORE STANDARD • JAN. 6  12, 2012

CLASSIFIED Help Wanted Looking for personable individual to work on development and expansion for non-profit organization.

Must have great writing and communication skills, bachelor’s degree. E-mail resume: F.Kopel@humancareservices.org Administrator: for residential setting. Strong leadership qualities, organizational skills, supervisory experience, experience working with the developmentally delayed preferred. Competitive salary, benefits. E-mail resume: F.Kopel@humancareservices.org General Studies Teacher: 5 Towns Area Boys’ Yeshiva seeking middle school teacher for ‘11-’12 school year. M-TH from 2:00-4:30. Please send your resume to teachersearch11@gmail.com Physical Therapy Assistant: (PT/FT) for a Physical therapy office in Five Towns. If interested please call 516-650-5756 Secretary/Bookkeeper: Everyday P/T. Must know Quickbooks & Quickbooks Payroll. You should be friendly and organized. Salary neg. Office in Hewlett.

Fax resume to 516-812-7607

Real Estate for Sale Bayswater/Far Rockaway: One of a kind Colonial on huge park like property (64 x 187), 6 Bedrooms, 3 Fireplaces, Lr, Fdr, Eik, 9.5’ ceilings thruout plus a Full Basement. Asking $534,000. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)7918300 Cedarhurst: Cedar Bay Park-totally renovated mint condition 4 BR split level. Main floor bedroom and bath. New windows, new roof, marble baths, finished basement. Great yard. Must see. Walk to all. Ask $599k.

Call Susan at SOUTH SHORE ESTATES 516-569-4980 Cedarhurst: Tremendous Potential For Large Family And/Or Someone Who Wants To Swim Year-Round. $499,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Cedarhurst: Condo 1 bed, 1 bath, 1st fl $149K MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Cedarhurst: Charming 3 bdrm col ,attic ,basement, lg rooms $410K MILKY FORST PROPERTIES 516-2390306 Cedarhurst: Expanded cape with main level den 3 bdrms $349K MILKY FORST PROPERTIES 516-2390306 East Rockaway: 2 Flr Rental. Both Flrs Have 2 BR, Kitchen, Bath, Full Size Laundry Machines. Zoned For Business/Office Or Residential. Very Motivated. $299,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 East Rockaway: Diamond Condition Colonial W/Extended 1st And 2nd Flr. This Home Was Completely Renovated Within The Last 10 Years. $835,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 East Rockaway: SD.20 Ours Alone! Magnificent 3BR,2Bth Exp Cape. Lg prop.

Fab EIK, Fin Bsmt. $649K JANKALMAN.COM 516-5695651 East Rockaway: Big & Bright 2BR,2Bth. Elevator Bldg.

Terrace. Updates. Corner unit.$195K JANKALMAN. COM 516-569-5651 East Rockaway: Spacious 1BR Apt. Elevator Bldg.

Beaut lobby. Reduced! $137,900 JANKALMAN.COM 516-569-5651 East Rockaway: Lg split 5 br’s, Waterviews $629K MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Far Rockaway: Spacious 3 bdrm home + den attic, basement $400’s MILKY FORST PROPERTIES 516239-0306 Garden City/Hempstead: REDUCED! Great Location. Center Hall Colonial Situated On 1/2 Acre Park Like Prop. Features Family Rm W/Fpl Overlooking Bluestone Patio And Ig Pool,Banquet Size Dr, Granite Eik W/Pantry And Brkfst Area, All New Bths, King Size Master Bedroom, Entertainer’s Fin Bsmt W/Wet Bar....

More!!!! $599K Call Katarzyna Kamer, PRUDENTIAL 917-548-7106 Hewlett: All Renovated 5 Bedroom, 2 Bath, New Eik, Roof, CAC, Heat, Den...$579K PUGATCH REALTY 516295-3000 Hewlett: Spac 5BR, 3Bth Split on Beautifully Landscaped Property, Great Flow for Entertaining,SD#14 $699K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett: Drastically Reduced! Must Sell!Traditional CH Col on Oversized Prop, 6 BR,4.5 Bth, All Spac Rms, Room For Expansion, SD#14 $649K PRUDENTIAL 516238-4299 Hewlett: REDUCED!! Immaculate 4BR, 3.5Bth CH Col on Lovely Property, Fin Bsmt,.Great Opportunity in SD#14 $499K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett: 2 BR, 2 Bth Co-op in Hewlett Townhouse. 24 Hr Drman, Valet Pkg, Near All $390K PRUDENTIAL 516238-4299 Hewlett: 2 BR,1 Updtd Bth Co-op Apt, Ind Pkg, Stor,Terrace, Near All $139 PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett: Move In Condition. Quiet Location. Walk To Train. $499,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Hewlett: Large 2 BR. 2 Bath apartment with E.I.K, Attic and private terrace. $127,500 MORTON HAVES 516374-0100 Hewlett: New magnificent kit w/SS app & granite. Updated baths in this extremely lg apartment. Separate room w/ washer, dryer Must see $289,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Hewlett: Col Lg. 5brms $939K MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Hewlett: Townhouse, 3 Floors, 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Lr, Dr, Eik w/granite countertops, Den, Laundry room, private backyard, 1 car garage $399,000. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 Hewlett: Hewlett Town House Co-Op 3 br’s, 3 bths, 2 enc terraces, drman, pool $499K MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Hewlett Bay Park: Prime Location. Spacious Multilevel Home. 5BR, 4.5 bth. Two Master Suites. Beautiful Property.$1.1M VI PROPERTIES 516-791-1313 Hewlett Bay Park: Updated Raised Ranch.6 BR, 5.5 bth. 1 1/4 Acre Park-Like Setting. IGP. Enclosed Patio & BBQArea. $1.695M VI PROPERTIES 516-791-1313 Hewlett/East Rockaway: Spac 5BR, 2.5Bth CH Col, Huge EIK/Great Rm/Fpl, Fin Bsmt, CAC, SD#20 $699K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett/East Rockaway: 4 BR,3.5 Bth Colonial on Oversized Property in SD#20(Waverly Pk) $649K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett/East Rockaway: Immaculate 4BR, 2.5Bth Col, Cul de Sac. Fin Bsmt, 2 Car Gar, SD#20 $649K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett Harbor: Private Hideaway on Over 2 Acres!

5 Br,6.5 Bth Colonial, 200’ of Bulkhead & Dock,IG Pool, Tennis Ct $3,450M PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett Harbor: What A Steal! 5 BR, 3.5 Bth Split w/ Golf Course View, Full Bsmt,SD#14 $899K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett Harbor: Fabulous location in Heart of Hewlett Harbor, 6BR, 3.5Bth Exp Ranch, Listening to All Offers All Offers $949K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett Harbor: PRICE REDUCED!! Grand 5 BR, 4.5 Bth Split ,Over 1/2 Acre Prop, 4500 Sq Ft with Full Bsmt, Poss M/D/Permits, Endless Possibilities $950K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett Harbor: BOATERS DREAM HOME! Diamond Waterfront Contemporary, 6 BR, 5.5 Bth, Open Floor Plan, SD#14 $2,495M PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett Harbor: Balin Expanded Ranch On Beautiful Corner Property. Plenty Of Room For A Pool. 6 BR, 3 Full Baths, Great Open Layout, Cac, Wood Flrs, In Desirable Waverly/Lynbrook School District. $799,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Hewlett Harbor: 4 br’s, btful prop $1,050M MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Hewlett Harbor: Spacious 5br home w/a Brand New Granite Kitchen Incl. New Appliances And Gorgeous Bar In Den. Incl. A Heated Pool W/Lovely Patio. New Roof, CAC, Alarm And Updated Windows $925,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Hewlett Harbor: This dream house is surrounded by Water! Beautiful 4br, 3.5ba w/ wonderful entertaining flow. Prime location $2.5M MORTON HAVES 516374-0100 Hewlett Neck: FIRST TIME ON Market! Great Opportunity! 5 BR,3 Bth Exp Ranch w/ Full Bsmt on 3/4 Acres.

Needs TLC $799K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett Neck: Move Right Into This Mint 6BR, 4.5Bth Country Style Dutch Colonial, Full Fin Bsmt, Near All, SD#14 $1,550M PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Hewlett Neck: Near Harold Rd. Half acre lot for sale.

Build your dream home. Walk to Irving Pl Minyan. Ask $700’s. Call Susan at SOUTH SHORE ESTATES 516-5694980 Hewlett Neck: Quality new construction. Walk to Irving Pl Minyan. Over 5K sq ft quality new construction on 1 acre lot- Call for plans and specifications.

Ask $2.4m. Call Susan at SOUTH SHORE ESTATES 516569-4980 Hewlett Neck: Lovely 4 BR expanded ranch on gorgeous property. Approx. 3/4 acre. regulation size tennis court surrounded by 10’Fence. New roof, plus room for a lg pool! $995,000 MORTON HAVES 516374-0100

Real Estate for Sale

Real Estate for Sale

Hewlett Neck: 100 Ft Of Deep Water Front Property. Dockage. Sunny Southern Exposure For 250 Sq Ft Brick Outdoor Dining Patio. Quiet & Private W/Secluded Views. Spa Area On Os Deck. Gamins Greenhouse Eik. Tile And Oak Flooring. White Cedar Shingles 5 In To Weather. $1,349,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Hewlett Neck: Spectacular Young Brick 7Br English Manor Home, Custom Built. Boasting Magnificent Architectural Details. FLR, FDR, Library, Den, Office, 10.55 Baths, Indoor Basketball Court, Movie Theatre Room, Luxurious Master Suite W/Changing Room And Balcony Overlooking 1.59 Acres Of Beautiful Property Incl.

Tennis Court, IG pool and full size basketball court.

Separate Guest Quarters. $4,400,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Hewlett Neck: Expanded Ranch. O/s Property. 5 BR, 4 bth. Marble Baths. Spacious Property With Beautiful 20X40 IGP. $1.1M VI PROPERTIES 516-791-1313 Hewlett Neck: All New Under Constr. CH Colonial.

Planned 4 BR 3.5 Bth. Owner Will Customize To Suit. $1.699M VI PROPERTIES 516-791-1313 Hewlett Neck: Charming Col, lge prop, 5 br $1.1M MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Hewlett Park: Spac Apt w/lg entry & fabulous bonus rm. private terrace. $225,000 MORTON HAVES 516374-0100 Inwood: Legal Four Family House. 2-2 Br, 2-1Br Apts.

Large Property With 60 X 98 Vacant Lot. Good For An Investor. $650K VI PROPERTIES 516-791-1313 Inwood: 4 br move in condition,$368K MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Inwood: Free standing mixed use bldg, 2 stores 2 apts, parking lot $599K MILKY FORST PROPERTIES 516-2390306 Lawrence: Very affordable Garden Apt. 1st floor. Mint 1BR. H/W flrs, Hunter-Douglas window treatment. $95K JANKALMAN.COM 516-569-5651 Lawrence: 4 BR, 3 Bth Split in Estates Area on Over 1/2 Acre w/ IG Pool $1,100,000, Rent $5000 PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Lawrence: (back) True Center Hall on 1/2 Acre property w/inground Pool. 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Lr,Fdr, Den/fireplace. Asking $1,250,000. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 Lawrence: THE PLAZA: Spacious Jr 4. Prestigious Building. 24 Hr Doorman, Indoor Parking & Pool.

Renovated Lobby, Elev, Laundry Room & Storage On Same Floor. Freshly Painted, Refinished Flrs, 3 WICs, Double Terrace Overlooking Central Courtyard. Quiet Location. $359,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Lawrence: THE PLAZA: 2br 2ba in Prestigious building w/24hr doorman, security, indoor parking & pool. Elevator, laundry room & storage on the same floor, Many closets $449,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Lawrence: Lovely Sunny 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo, Handicap Accessible Shower, Washer/Dryer, 24hr Doorman, Elevator Building…$355K PUGATCH REALTY 516-295-3000 Lawrence: 7 br Col,2 story living rm, 3/4 acre $1.9M MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Lawrence: 2br Co-Op updated EIK, 2 bths $199K MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Lawrence: Co-op, Elevator building, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Lr/ Dr, New Kit, Hardwood floors. $149,000. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 Long Beach: 2 BR, 2 Bth Renovated Oceanfront Co-op w/ Terrace Overlooking Pool, New Gym, 24 Hr Security $399K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 North Woodmere: 4 Br,3 Bth Hi Ranch w/ Waterview, Sunny EIK, Spac Rms, CAC, Low Taxes $499K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 North Woodmere: Spac Split, 4BR One Level, 2.5Bth, EIK, Cath Ceiling LR, FDR, Den, Fin Bsmt,CAC, 2 Car Gar, SD#15 $629K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 North Woodmere: Split, Water View, 4 BR, 2.5 Bth Central Air, S.D.14, Brick walled, Den/fplce, Park like backyard setting on water, 2 car garage, IG sprinklers, full bsmnt, taxes approx.11,800/yr. Oversized 60’x120’ lot. By appt., Bank/mtge prequal ltr req’d. $569K NO BRKRS. 516-857-4733 North Woodmere: Condo- Home That Is Hassle Free!

3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhouse, Finished Basement, CAC, Parking…$359K PUGATCH REALTY 516-2953000 North Woodmere: Completely Renovated Split . 4 BR, 3 bth. Granite Floors, Top Of The Line Custom Cabinetry And Applncs.$725K VI PROPERTIES 516-791-1313 North Woodmere: Beautiful Contemp 4BR Split Level. Main flr Den. New deck, IGP.Must be seen! $699K JANKALMAN.COM 516-569-5651 North Woodmere: All renovated interior & exterior.

4BR,3Bth Ranch. Beaut lg fin bsmt.SD.14 $479K JANKALMAN.COM 516-569-5651 North Woodmere: Fab Ranch w/rear 12’ extension.

3BR, 2Bth, H/W & ceramic flrs. Partial radiant heat.

Open Flow. New Top-of-the-line Kitchen, Den.Nice yard.$427K JANKALMAN.COM 516-569-5651 North Woodmere: Lg Split main fl den updated $630K MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Rockville Centre: First Time On The Market Mint Colonial In Sd #21. 4 Br, 3 bth. $849K VI PROPERTIES 516791-1313 Woodmere/Hewlett Neck: 1 acre lot for sale. Walk to all. Call for details. Call Susan at SOUTH SHORE ESTATES 516-569-4980 Woodmere/Hewlett Neck: New construction-over 4000sq ft on approx 100 x 200 lot. Classic 6 BRs/ 4 bath center hall colonial w/2 story entry hall. Huge EIK, lr/fpl, FDR, large den. Full height basement. Walk to ‘Irving Pl Minyan’. Ask $1.550k Call Susan at SOUTH SHORE ESTATES 516-569-4980 Woodmere: Impressive C/H Col on fab 1/2ac.

6BR,3.5Bth.Fab grnds w/htd Salt Water IGP and magnif backlit waterfall. $1.95M JANKALMAN.COM 516569-5651 Woodmere: Over 4000 Sq Ft Trad CH Colonial, 5 BR, 4.5 Bth on Acre,Fin Bsmt,Near All, SD#14 $1,399M PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Woodmere: NEW TO MARKET!! Builders Home Completely Renovated 2 Yrs. 5 BR, 3 Bath Colonial on over 1/2 Acre w/ IG Htd Pool.Open Floor Plan.SD#14 $1,250,000 PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Woodmere: PROPERTY LOVERS DELIGHT! 5 BR,3.5 Bth Colonial in Old Woodmere. Large EIK/Great Rm, Open Flow, Fin Bsmt, 2 Car Gar $875K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Woodmere: Cedar Glen Condo, 3 BR, 2.55 Bth,LR/ Fpl,FDR,Patio off EIK,LR/Fpl,FDR,Fin Bsmt,Gar, SD#14 $529K PRUDENTIAL 516-238-4299 Woodmere: Builder Opportunity!! 4 BR, 2.5 Bth Split w/ Exp Main Flr Den $475K PRUDENTIAL 516-2384299 Woodmere: NEW!! Totally Renovated 4/5 BR, 3.5 Bth Dutch Colonial in Old Woodmere. Country EIK,FDR,LR/ Fpl,2 Dens, Mstr Suite w/ Marble Bth, Crown Moldings, HW Flrs. CAC, Fin Bsmt $829K PRUDENTIAL 516-2384299 Woodmere: Academy area. Walk to aishe. Charming colonial on approx 100 x 100 lot. Room to expand.

Present all offers. $699k Call Susan at SOUTH SHORE ESTATES 516-569-4980 Woodmere: 6 bedroom new construction located on Longacre Ave between Peninsula Blvd and West Broadway. Still time to customize. Call for appt to see the plans. Ask $1mil plus. Call Susan at SOUTH SHORE ESTATES 516-569-4980 Woodmere: Totally renovated colonial on oversized property. Magnificent EIK and family room. Walk to Irving Pl Minyan (ipm) . Present all offers. Ask $600’s. Call Susan at SOUTH SHORE ESTATES 516-569-4980 Woodmere: Great 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Exp-Cape, Den, Full Basement, Quiet Block...$399K PUGATCH REALTY 516-295-3000 Woodmere: CEDAR GLEN, Fabulous Open 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Townhouse Features Living Room With Fireplace & Vaulted Ceiling, Granite Eat-In-Kitchen With Deck, Main Floor Master Bedroom Suite, 2 Large Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath Upstairs. 750 Sq Ft Finished Basement, Gym/Storage, Bedroom + Full Bath, 1 Family Attached...$639K PUGATCH REALTY 516-295-3000 Woodmere: Found A New Home. Available Asap!

Walk In Thru The Lg Entry To The Beautiful Spacious Living Space W/Fabulous Wood Flrs And Stunning Stone Fireplace. The Flow Is Flawless! A Must See! $375,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Woodmere: Lovely Split In Immaculate Condition.3 BR. 2 Bath. Lr,Dr,Eik. Lower-Level Den,2 Car Garage.

Brick Walkway, Porch And Brick Patio.Walk To All.Room To Expand. $499,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Woodmere: Beautiful Home With Amazing Master Suite; Open With Plenty Of Closets And Built In’s. Two Dens, Wet Bar, Eik, 5 BRs Total! So Spacious W/A Full Bsmnt. Must See This Lovely Home. $950,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Woodmere: Georgion Brick Ch Colonial. 7 BRs, 5.5 Baths. Gorgeous views. A must see. $1,785,000 MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Woodmere: Co-op. Sunny, Spacious, Elegant. Beautifully Renovated 2 BR, 1 bth Apartment With High Ceilings.$159K VI PROPERTIES 516-791-1313

Woodmere: Co-op, Across from the Woodmere LIRR, Elevator building, 1 Bedroom, 1 New Bath, Lr/Dr, New Kit. $135,000. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 Woodmere: Ranch 4 br’s $450K MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Woodmere: Lg tudor 5 br Col 1.150M MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Woodmere: Sunny 1 Bedroom Co-op in East Chateau.

Walk to LIRR, shopping, worship. Updated EIK and Bathroom. High ceilings. Great closet space. Pets allowed with board approval. For sale by owner. Asking $149,000. Contact 646-963-1753.

Real Estate for Rent Cedarhurst: Across from the Cedarhurst park, Garden apartments, w/live in Super and indoor garage spot included in rent. Huge units. 1Bedrooms $1700/ month, and 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath w/ separate Dinning room, and Eik $2200/month. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 Cedarhurst: Townhouses with C/A and Heat, washer/ dryer in all units. (ALL NEW) 2 Bedroom/2 bath $2075/ month, and 3 Bedroom/ 2 Bath (ALL NEW) $2295/ month. NO FEE. Landlord is paying the commission.

LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 Cedarhurst: Beautiful, clean and will be painted to your liking. 3br, 2ba, FFB, Gardner included. Great location! $3200/mo MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Far Rockaway: 2 family (1st floor aparment) 3 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths, Lr,Dr, Kosher Kit, playroom $1850/ month LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 Far Rockaway: Doorman/Elevator building, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Lr/Dr, Eik, Laundry facility, parking available $1495/month. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)7918300 Hewlett: Luxury All New Renovated 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Doorman, Parking, Terrace...$2900/m PUGATCH REALTY 516-295-3000 Inwood: Fabulous 2 BR apt in walk up building. $1500/mo MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Inwood: Amazing 5 br, new construction for rent. $2500/mo MORTON HAVES 516-374-0100 Lawrence: Sponser owner unit in Garden apartment complex. 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, New Kosher Kitchen, Terrace $1800/month. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 Lawrence: 3 BR’S in 2 Family home $1,899K MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Lawrence: Spacious 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Carriage House, “Back Lawrence”, Living Room With Vaulted Ceiling, Eat-In-Kitchen...$2900/m PUGATCH REALTY 516-295-3000 Lawrence: Fabulous 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Duplex Townhouse, All Updated, Indoor 2 Car Garage…$2400/m PUGATCH REALTY 516-295-3000 Lawrence: NO FEE! Luxury Building, 24HR Doorman, Pool, Indoor Parking, 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath…$1795/m PUGATCH REALTY 516-295-3000 Lawrence: NO FEE! Totally Renovated Apartments, 1-2 Bedrooms, Close To All…Starting At $1500/m PUGATCH REALTY 516-295-3000 North Woodmere: 1st fl of a 2 family home. Front private entrance to a Lg 2 Bedroom, 1Bath, New Kitchen, Lr, Dr, Full size washer/Dryer, 2 AC units. ALL UTILITIES INC. $1450/month. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 North Woodmere: House Rental 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Lr, Dr, Eik, Den, Large Backyard $2695/month.

LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 Valley Stream: SD.14 Renovated 3BR,2Bth Townhouse. LR/fpl, FDR, granite EIK w/slider to Deck & patio. Fin bsmt w/full bth & laundry.$2500. JANKALMAN. COM 516-569-5651 Woodmere: SD.14 Grand C/H Col. Huge rms. Gourmet EIK, huge double Den, fin bsmt. 6BR, 3.5 new bths. Magnif prop w/IGP & impressive waterfall.$8000 JANKALMAN.COM 516-5695651 Woodmere: In a house. 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Lr, Electric cooktop ( No real Kit) $1075/ month. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 Woodmere: 4 br, 2 bth Ranch No Fee $3,200 MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Woodmere: Beautiful 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Split In The Heart Of Woodmere, Move Right In...$3200/m PUGATCH REALTY 516-295-3000

Commercial Real Estate for Rent/Sale Cedarhurst: 2nd flr . 3,500 sq.ft. Ideal for professional.

Can be subdivided. Also 1st flr space 1,250 sq ft. High visibility/traffic location w/municipal parking.Call Jan for additional information and pricing. JANKALMAN. COM 516-459-5755 Cedarhurst: Business for Sale. Day Spa. Recently renovated. High visibility/traffic location. Plenty of parking. Call Rick for details. 516-319-2506. $35,000 JANKALMAN.COM Cedarhurst: Office 1st fl high exposure, approx 550 sq ft, near train $1,500per mo MARJORIE HAUSMAN REALTY 516-569-5110 Cedarhurst: Medical office on Grove, accross from the post office. Was a Dental office. Beautiful waiting room, Reception area, 3 Operatories, Private Office, 2 Bathrooms, Good traffic area. $1995/month. LORI & ASSOCIATES (516)791-8300 Cedarhurst: Stores For Rent or Sale. Offices For Rent.

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Election results and procedures are not reviewed by an external independent agency.” Moreover, the County Comptroller in 2005 determined that our sanitation district’s election posting notice, although “technically compliant notice is woefully inadequate.”

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Like many I am willing to spend more to get more, especially when it comes to sanitation. However, are we paying more for premium service or are

we just paying a premium? In order to answer this question, the Town of Hempstead must finally get involved and audit the sanitation districts. The Town must ensure that budgets are not inflated and it must work to guarantee that elections are fair and not restrictive to residents.

One solution would be to hold elections in November on election Tuesday. Polls would be open all day which would ensure greater turnout and participation.

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Lesson of a Lifetime CONTINUED FROM P. A8 student’s bar mitzvah, who is also the son of my good friends.

While they live locally, the simcha was moved to Canada at the boy’s request – his grandparents lived there and as a result of a downturn in his grandfather’s health, a trip to New York was not an option. The only way for his Saba (grandfather) to hear him lain (read) from the Torah would be to move the festivities north. Even though he understood that meant his friends would not be at his bar mitzvah and few of his parents’ friends would make the trip as well, nor would he be in his own synagogue, this was what he wanted.

He was willing to give up everything so his Saba could be there – and so it was done.

Sometimes called the “Me” years, adolescence is filled with egocentric, often self-centered, behavior. Completely to the contrary, this bar mitzvah boy demonstrated an act of selflessness most adults would have never considered, let alone followed through. He understood what was important, quickly recognizing that family was his priority. More important than a party, his friends or the community celebration, his grandparents trumped it all and so off to Canada we went. As if that was not enough, however, Shabbat morning came and we were all taught the lesson of a lifetime -- all from our thirteen-year-old teacher.

Having arrived at the part of the morning services when the bar mitzvah boy begins to lain, the pinnacle of the weekend,

many of us in the congregation were struck by an obvious and upsetting fact: the boy’s grandparents had not yet arrived.

Physical limitations and illness prevented his grandfather from moving with agility or speed, complicating both his arrival and his wife’s. We were not the only ones who had noted their absence – the bar mitzvah boy and his parents were very well aware. Nevertheless, the torah was open and we seemed set to begin.

All of a sudden, the bar mitzvah boy turned to his father and to the rabbi. A short huddle ensued, a conversation took place, and the rabbi put his arm around the boy. Turning to the congregation, the rabbi explained that the boy had made a request: that we wait for his grandparents to arrive. Because we had come this far so his Saba could be there when he lained, he reasoned, that starting to read from the Torah before his grandfather arrived defeated the purpose -and he was right.

His parents rightfully beamed with pride. Everyone was already impressed with the bar mitzvah boy -- now a man - for moving his big day to Canada in an effort to bring his family together – now we were moved as well. And if all of this had not been enough, there was still more.

To pass the time as we waited for his grandparents’ arrival, the bar mitzvah boy gave an off-thecuff, completely extemporaneous and totally unscripted D’var Torah (sermon) to the entire congregation. Having already delivered his bar mitzvah speech

the night before, this was truly shocking. But again, we were enlightened by this teenager who had the presence of mind -- right before a moment in his life that had brought even the toughest of kids to tears – to teach us what was important.

For approximately forty minutes, we patiently and happily waited for the couple to arrive.

Family and love were the theme of the weekend, and we were on the same page. When both of his grandparents arrived, we all smiled, as did the boy who finally caught a glimpse of the man for whom all of this was done. As the boy began his laining, it was one of many beautiful moments that Shabbat – all of which were part of an experience no one would forget.

Rarely does a day go by when do not think of my own grandparents. Their love was unconditional and while I hear they may not have all been the saints I remember them to be, it does not matter to me. There was nothing like a hug from my Bubby or pre-shabbat wishes from my Grandpa. I would like to think I appreciated their love when I was a young teen, but I would be giving myself too much credit. How refreshing, inspiring and touching was it, therefore, to witness numerous acts of kindness and love by a grandson to his grandparents on a day that should have been all his own but one he chose to share with them instead? While I usually have no shortage of things to say, this time, there are just no words.

Thank you, Zach, for the lesson of a lifetime.

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Honoring Uryan Rampersaud, Lawrence High School Senior, Fundraiser Set-up to Honor his Memory CONTINUED FROM P. A10 He added: “I think it just shows that sometimes, we take our friends for granted.”

His friends also noted the community has taken notice to the strength his family has displayed throughout the ordeal.

“Everyone is seeing how strong and loving a family he had,” said Salama.

The three friends along with others including Lawrence students Ron Hirshberg, Gabi Golan, Habeeb Famuyide, Richard Luna, Kwadwo Agyapong and Nicole Gartner, have set up an online fundraiser through StayClassy, Inc.’s “Pencils of Promise.” Money raised will go towards supplies for a school in a third-world country or, if the

goal of $10,000 is met, help build a classrom in the organization’s honor or even a full school if more funds are donated. As of Thursday evening, the group had reached $1,582 through less than a week online.

“We’ve been spreading the word around,” said Salama.

“We’re just trying to make sure there’s always a way to remember Uryan.”

Gottesman’s mother, Amy, help the friends set the organization up on the website.

“I just felt like there was something we needed to do,” said Amy, who also help set up a Twitter account, @friendsofuryan, to thank those who have donated. “I thought this would be a perfect way to remember

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such an amazing kid.”

“I think he would of found [Pencils of Promise] really cool,” said DiLuzio.

Those interested in donating to the Pencils of Promise fundraiser in Uryan’s honor can log onto the website at uryan.stayclassy.org and help donate to the student’s memory. The website accepts major credit cards and also encourages sharing via email and social networks.

A memorial service was held at Lawrence High School on December 31st for the community to remember Uryan and he was laid to rest on January 3rd. Uryan is survived by his two younger brothers, his parents, and extended family and friends.

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ome things endure, like the 1949 green Chevy that Louis Lieto can be seen motoring through The Five Towns in, heading to his next appointment. Lieto is the owner of Lieto Upholstering and Decorating in Cedarhurst and his Chevy has been visiting area homes for more than half a century.

The company was first opened in 1950 by Lieto’s parents, Louis and Mary. The business on 92 Carman Avenue in Cedarhurst has been in the same location since then, changing only slightly by adding a few products like blinds to the mix.

“We believe we’re the oldest family owned business in the village of Cedarhurst,” Lieto said.

“We’ve gotten into the blinds and things like that, but it’s always been upholstery, draping.

means…if you want something good, this is where you come.”

Lieto was born in Brooklyn, raised in Cedarhurst and is currently a Merrick resident. He remembered fondly graduating from Lawrence High School and the way Cedarhurst was many years ago. “You had the movie theater, the diner and an ice cream parlor in Cedarhurst. On Saturdays, you couldn’t walk 10 feet without bumping into someone. When you moved to Cedarhurst, it was like…you’ve ‘arrived.’ “ Although he was always involved with the business in some capacity growing up, he focused on getting his degree in interior design and then worked for a large company for 15 years.

But, he had a feeling he would return to the family business. “I kind of knew. My father with his wisdom said to me, ‘You’re not coming in without getting some

Louis in front of his truck

Louis with his wife, Diane in the workshop son is also somewhat involved in the business.”

From dust ruffles to headboards, everything is made at the store except for the Hunter Douglas window shades they carry. “If you want the fabric inside out or upside down, you can have it,” Lieto noted. “There’s no restrictions to what you can or can’t have other than maybe mechanical restrictions. We make dust ruffles, bed spreads, we make headboards, sofas, and we do a lot of recovery.” Lieto added that through the years, families have moved out of the area, but there are other families they’ve been working with for three and four generations.

Lieto’s wife, Diane also works in the store. The couple has been married since 1969 and Diane began being involved in the store a few years ago. “ I wasn’t involved in the beginning because we have one son – I was raising him,” Diane said.

“My mom was always involved. She was the driving force behind it. Diane took over all the bookkeeping and customer relations,” Lieto said. His son brings the “new ideas,” Lieto added. “Look, I have a computer screen, but no computer [sys-

The 1949 green Chevy

It’s always been very custom.

We’re still doing things the way it was done years ago. This is not a mass-production shop by any

experience and knowing what it’s like to work for a boss.’ It worked out well.” Lieto added,” We always got a long. Now, my

tem], that’s where he comes in.

He’s got his. He adds the technical aspect. He’s more money oriented, too.”

As far as business is concerned, “You have to take the good with the bad,” Lieto said. “ I just got a job that we quoted back in August. This business…it’s not like a supermarket…we see some customers every eight to 10 years.

Some customers have multiple homes and we see more frequently. This is not something that you do everyday. “ When asked about balancing personal life and work, Lieto chuckled, adding, “ You just work.

When you have a business, it consumes everything. You have to have some free time, but you can come home to my house and you’ll see our books spread out on our tables many nights…it’s 24/7. You have to be prepared in your own business that every Friday, you don’t get a paycheck. “ What free time he does have, Lieto mentioned his love for hockey and his two cars. He has the pick-up truck his father bought in 1949 and an antique Buick. “ I’m a big Islanders fan.

I’ve had seats for 25 years. [My favorite thing] is the speed and agility. Over the years, you form a group of people. We all go to the games and we meet at a certain spot every time. [For me] It’s that and my old cars.”

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ights pulsating, disco ball spinning, flat screen televisions flickering, a rock band playing out their latest hit, sharply dressed men and women chatting over drinks — it’s a scene straight out of any nightclub from nearby New York City, except that it comes from the middle of The Five Towns.

Wait — there’s a nightclub in The Five Towns? Only one, to be exact.

The Backstage, located at 948 Broadway, has been serving the local area for almost 40 years in a space it shares with the Woodmere Lanes as the village’s only nightclub. The club was originally opened in the early 1970’s as “The Spare Room,” which featured a logo reminiscent of a spare on a bowling scorecard. In the late 1970’s The Spare Room was remodeled and became The Backstage, due in part

A deejay plays the club three days out of the week with some of the freshest beats and newest dance music while Wednesday’s play home to another community favorite — Karaoke night. Every week, amateurs, some who might have had a little liquid courage pushing them along, sing their hearts out to classic pop and rock songs while friends dance the night away. Sometimes, John said, the nightclub will have two Karaoke nights a week if there’s enough demand.

Even with the business hitting over 40 years, John said more would not hurt.

“Obviously, I’d like there to be more business in the area,” he said. “People bring people — that’s what it’s really all about.”

John said The Backstage has been able to survive to today due in part to the bowling alley.

The nightclub plays host to a wide variety of different events now — birthdays, Christenings, Sweet 16’s and so on. Ryan’s wife

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“We do live entertainment and many private parties,” said manager John Ryan, who also runs Woodmere Lanes.

A small stage was added for performances and, most recently, high definition televisions and a projection screen were added to give the club maximum entertainment.

“Bands varying from oldies to rock bands. We’ll do family shows from time-to-time, where kids come out from the garage for the first time to have a venue they can play,” said Ryan. He also said The Backstage plays host to Lawrence High School every year to let their band “have that lounge feeling The nightclub also features two billiards tables and an air hockey table for those seeking a little gaming action while at the club. And while much of Woodmere and The Five Towns is closed by 7:00 p.m., The Backstage remains opened and serving food until the wee hours of morning at 2:00 a.m.

Valerie acts as the event coordinator, helping to set up the party with the perfect decor and music for the event.

“We’ll cater affairs of any kind,” said Ryan. “We really strive to build up the party business.”

The winter brings The Backstage another pastime — Monday Night Football. Every Monday during the football season, every television displays the widely watched sporting event while the nightclub offers 25 cent wings and $1 draft beers, turning it in a pseudo-sports bar for the night.

For the rest of the year, The Backstage has happy hour on Monday through Friday from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

And while the nightclub’s name change in the 1970’s might have eliminate a direct connection to the bowling alley, the two still bring in customers together.

“Part of bowling is having a couple of beers — our clientele goes back and forth between the nightclub and the bowling.”

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