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OBMSA seeks preservation minded director Hotel. He also secured several major state and federal grants includWeeks after the Oyster Bay ing $700,000 through the New Main Street Association celebrated York Main Street Grant program its 10th anniversary and another $70,000 at the OBMSA Annugrant from the federal al Meeting, Executive Preserve America proDirector Isaac Kremer gram. has resigned. When asked if he Kremer, who has will miss Oyster Bay, spent four years with Kremer noted, “After the organization, is this year, I now conmoving on to serve sider Oyster Bay my as the Preservation homeport. I expect Program Manager for that I will be back the Heritage Society many times and will of Austin in Texas, keep track of what a leading advocacy is going on in the organization for hishamlet. I’m happy to toric preservation. pass on the position “These past four to someone who can years have provided a take the ball and run Photo by David J. Criblez remarkable opportuwith it.” nity for personal and Isaac Kremer’s The Main Street professional growth,” success in Association is putKremer said. “The ting together a search Main Street Associa- Oyster Bay led committee to find a tion is now more fo- to his being qualified candidate to cused on the historic fill Kremer’s shoes. preservation aspect snatched up by “We will be parof their mission than ticular with who we the Heritage at any time ever behire. We want to make fore and they have Society of sure it’s someone who the resources to carry right for the job and Austin in Texas. isright out that mission.” for Oyster Bay. During Kremer’s We are not going to tenure several major historic pres- jump the gun and move quickly,” ervation and building renovation said OBMSA President John Boniprojects were undertaken and facio. completed, most notably the res“We have Mederith Maus, who toration of the historic Octagon (Continued on page 6) By David J. Criblez
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Senior epee captain Jack Greenfield (right) was selected All-Long Island.
Parry, thrust, touché! Oyster Bay fencers are county champs By David J. Criblez dcriblez@oysterbayguardian.com
In grand style the Oyster Bay High School Boys’ Varsity Fencing Team took their second Nassau County Fencing Division II Championship in a row at Garden City High School on Saturday, February 11th. The team won in a dramatic battle with their revivals Great Neck South 14-13 repeating the same scenario as last year. Oyster Bay was victorious over Garden City 14-6 in the quarterfinals and defeated Manhasset 14-7 in the semi-finals. The Baymen then found themselves facing Great Neck South in the finals again. In the first round of nine, Oyster Bay led
5-4. By the end of the second round Oyster Bay was leading 10-8. Great Neck South caught up in the 26th bout making it 13-13. In the 27th bout, senior epee captain Jack Greenfield went head-to-head with GNS’ Joshua Graber. “Going into the bout I was feeling pretty confident. I had fenced my opponent before on numerous occasions and did well,” said Greenfield. “I got the first few touches and was fairly confident.” Head Coach John Bruckner told Greenfield to stay calm and not rush his opponent. “The coach said to me, ‘Fence how you would normally fence.’ I knew what to do. I just couldn’t freak out,” said Greenfield. “Whenever I fence I always put a lot of pressure on myself to do (Continued on page 6)
Museum supporters share the love at Valentine Soirée By David J. Criblez dcriblez@oysterbayguardian.com
Brilliant red was the color of the evening and love was in the air at the Friends of Raynham Hall museum’s annual Valentine’s Soirée on Friday, February 10th. The “Jazz Age” themed evening at the Creek Club, in Locust Valley, featured cocktails & a buffet dinner, music from John Schwartzberg and his band and a live auction conducted by Oyster Bay Deputy Town Clerk John Canning. Sarane Hickox Ross, President of the Barker Welfare Foundation as well as Huyler C. Held, trustee of the Peggy N. & Rogers G. Gerry Charitable Trust, were both honored for their support of Raynham Hall and historic preservation. Raynham Hall is known for being the location of America’s first valentine. The valentine was given to Sarah Townsend, who was the oldest daughter of the family, by
Col. John Graves Simcoe in 1779. Because of this connection midFebruary has been deemed a perfect time for the museum to host its annual gala fundraiser. “We have seen support for the museum increase in the past few years which is encouraging. It’s harder and harder to get support from foundations and government sources. Our core supporters are really stepping up to the plate and we appreciate that so much,” said Director Harriet Gerard Clark.
New horizons Raynham Hall is experiencing an exciting time with the Town of Oyster Bay’s recent purchase of the house next door to the museum for expansion. The new space will house offices on the second floor and the first floor will be utilized for children’s programs. “This will free up the servant’s quarters, the slaves’ quarters and
children’s rooms in the museum so we can open and interpret them for the public,” said Clark. “We are working on a plan to raise funds for the restoration of the exterior and renovation of the interior ground floor of the new building within the next six months.”
Fall activities Another change at the museum will be its upcoming fall activities. While they usually unveil their annual exhibit in September, that will be postponed until May 2013 in order to focus on more Halloween themed events including a costume ball under a tent on the grounds in October. At the Valentine’s Soirée the Friends of Raynham Hall were offering guests an opportunity to sponsor free tours for school children that wouldn’t otherwise be able to visit the museum. This (Continued on page 6)
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(From left) Director Harriet Gerard Clark, Christopher Wool and Board President Kay Hutchins Sato at Raynham Hall’s Valentine’s Soirée.
HBO drama plays out in Mill Neck
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An HBO film crew was shooting a new series called “The Corrections” on Wednesday, February 15th at 110 Horseshoe Road at the home “La Reserve” in Mill Neck with a base camp set up at the Crescent Club in Bayville. Based on the 2001 novel by Jonathan Franzen, the story is centered on a troubled family whose father has just been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. His wife is determined to bring her children together for one last Christmas. The show, written by Noah Baumbach (“Greenberg,” “The Squid and the Whale”) and Franzen, is scheduled to air on HBO in 2013 featuring Chris Cooper, Anthony Hopkins, Dianne Wiest and Ewan McGregor.
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Life Enrichment Center turns 35 By David J. Criblez dcriblez@oysterbayguardian.com
The Life Enrichment Center at Oyster Bay reached a significant milestone on Friday, February 10th celebrating its 35th anniversary with a “Viva Las Vegas” themed party. Over two hundred people packed the Angela P. Koenig Room where guests enjoyed a gourmet lunch prepared by Chef Anthony Moschella, dancing with DJ Tommy Mason, casino games and a visit from the King – Elvis Presley impersonator Steve Mitchell. “We’ve come a long way baby!” said Executive Director Gail Speranza. “It’s you the members who have shaped this organization and made it was it is today. This is a phenomenal place.” The Center provides a wealth of services and activities for adults of all ages from daily nutritious lunches to bus excursions to health & wellness programs to a variety of exercise classes. They offer adult day care programs for those who need that level
of attention to the other side of the spectrum with chef demos, yoga & Zumba classes, open mic nights and painting classes. Speranza held up a poster of the original flier announcing the Open House for the formation of the Doubleday Babcock Senior Center on February 10, 1977 at Christ Church Parish Hall, led by then Executive Director Sheila Gaeckler. “Thirty five years ago 125 seniors attended that Open House. They served a noon meal once a week with another half day with refreshments and activities,” said Speranza. “Today over 1,200 seniors, ranging in age from 55 to 104, come here from 31 different communities. It’s such a mixture but that’s what makes this place so special.” Bessie Johnson of East Norwich has been a member since 1980 and has seen the Center grow significantly. “I enjoy coming here because it’s a place that is full of life and everybody is friendly,” she said. “The amount of
kindness and generosity here is incredible. I’m proud to be a member.” Bayville resident Jean Greco became a member in 1984. Since her husband died 11 years ago she keeps her busy with her pack of friends she called the “Lucky Seven.” Greco enjoys listening to the live piano playing as well as participating in trivia games, bingo and the general social atmosphere. “Anything you want it’s here. They have everything,” she said. “I have a great lunch with my friends and I laugh all day. What more do I want?” Patty DiShaw of Locust Valley has been coming to the Center since she was 54, now she is 61 and she looks not a day over 48. The Center keeps her fit with aerobics with Miss Teri and strength training with Judi Pullman. “This place keeps me young and the people are amazing,” said DiShaw, who comes with her life-long friend Margaret Morfis. “Joining was the best thing that I’ve done for myself. I loved
Wai Chin and Charles Kinlan twirl around the dance floor at the 35th anniversary party.
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Executive Director Gail Speranza holds up a poster of the original flier that started the Doubleday Babcock Senior Center on February 10, 1977. being pregnant and now I love being a senior!” Nassau County Legislator Judy Jacobs delivered a Proclamation to the Center in honor of their 35th anniversary. “This center is a home away from home for me. I love coming here,” she said. “This is a very special place that’s based on love and caring, which is what life is really all about. It touches all of our lives.” Town of Oyster Bay Receiver of Taxes Jim Stefanich presented a Citation for the occasion. “This is a great group of people who have been giving to the community for years and you’ve made it a wonderful place,” he said. “We thank you for enhancing the quality of life in the Town of Oyster Bay. Keep up the good work because you are not done.” State Senator Carl Marcellino was unable to attend but delivered a Proclamation that described the Center a “true asset to society.” Speranza agreed. “I think that really sums us up,” she said. “When I think about everything that
Elvis Presley impersonator Steve Mitchell entertains members of the Life Enrichment Center at Oyster Bay. is offered here, it’s really just amazing. You really don’t know it until you are a part of it.” Board President John Sant’Angelo added, “I grew up here in Oyster Bay-East Norwich. I’ve seen this place start and grow into what it is today. The success of this cen-
ter is a measure of the great community we live in and the support we receive from it. I believe we provide it back. Let’s have 35 more successful years!” For more information on the Center, call (516) 9221770 or visit: www.lifeenrichmentcenteroysterbay.org.
Camellia house weekend
PLANTING FIELDS ARBORETUM STATE HISTORIC PARK
Saturday & Sunday, February 25th & 26th 2012 10:00am – 4:00pm / No Parking Fee / In the Camellia House & Coe Hall Mansion
Ewa Rumprecht holds Don Dailey’s “Hearts & Vines” hand-carved love spoon the 1st place adult winner in the “Show the Love” Art Contest during last weekend’s Chocolate Fair and Family Valentine’s Day.
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Lee Perrotta - The Chocolate Lady serves dark chocolate bark to Denise and Fred von Stange of Oyster Bay Cove during the Chocolate & Wine pairing at the Homestead.
Chocolate Fair rings in Valentine’s Day in Oyster Bay
CAMELLIA HOUSE FREE WEEKEND ACTIVITIES 10:00am 11:00am 12:00pm 1:00pm 3:00pm 4:00pm All Day
Camellia Greenhouse & Coe Hall open Vincent Simeone talks about camellias Saxophonist Duo Vincent Simeone talks about camellias Saxophonist Duo Camellia House closes How to paint camellias watercolor demonstrations with Roberta Erlagen Camellia Plant Sale Outside of Coe Hall / Camellia House
COE HALL MANSION WEEKEND ACTIVITIES 10:00am – 4:00pm; $5 entrance fee / Members and children are free Enjoy ukelele music with Josh Kekoa Cho, Caricaturists, Hula Hoop & Hopscotch Room, Children’s Crafts, Jump Rope, Alice in Wonderland the movie, Jewelry Sale and Camellia Plant Sale all day. 10am – 4pm: Mad Hatter’s Tea Party & Storytelling with Jonathan Kruk & Andrea Sadler featuring Mad Hatter's Tea with Tales, Silly Skits and the Queen of Hearts 10:00am 12:00pm 1:00pm 2:00pm
Coe Hall open, music and activities begin – 4:00pm Jump Rope with Lucie B’s Jump N Fun The Magic of Robert Austin in the Great Hall Lecture “The History of European & American Camellia Houses 1700 – 1900” in Mr. Coe’s bedroom 3:00pm The Magic of Robert Austin in the Great Hall 4:00pm Coe Hall closes
PERIWINKLES CAFÉ open at Coe Hall • THE PARK IS OPEN every day 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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PLANTING FIELDS ARBORETUM STATE HISTORIC PARK
1395 Planting Fields Rd, Oyster Bay, New York 11771 For more information: 516-922-8678 or 516-922-8676 or email: jlavella@plantingfields.org or www.plantingfields.org
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Lee Perrotta - The Chocolate Lady (seated on the left) held a book signing at Laffey Fine Homes in East Norwich on Sunday, Feb. 12th with Managing Director Donnamarie Chaimanis (standing, far left) and her staff.
Chamber President Michele Browner tries a chocolate cherry with Gulden Draak dark Belgian Ale pairing at Superstar Beverage in Oyster Bay.
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OB-EN School Board faces budget challenges By David J. Criblez dcriblez@oysterbayguardian.com
The Oyster Bay-East Norwich Board of Education held a School Budget Forum at the Oyster Bay High School Library on February 7th. The subject of the imposed 2% tax cap from New York State served as the main topic of discussion. Superintendent of Schools Dr. Phyllis Harrington announced that she was seeking direction from the Board about whether they want to try to stay within the 2% tax cap or try to override it. Assistant Superintendent for Business Christopher Van Cott delivered a Powerpoint presentation on the 2012-13 budget laying out the school’s spending plan and how it is funded through State Aid, Federal Aid, local revenues from interest earnings, reimbursable billings and refunds, use of reserves and property taxes collected through the tax levy. The Board of Education established certain reserve funds over the years. “I think it’s safe to say in the 2012-13 school year we are most likely going to have to use some of those reserves,” said Van Cott. “Property taxes in this community are
95% of the revenue to run the schools. The state looks at this community as being a wealthy one causing us to receive low state aid.” Van Cott also noted that a lot of the tax burden falls on the local residents due to the low amount of commercial development in the district. “There is very little commercial business here unlike Carle Place or Hicksville,” he said. The 2% tax cap on the tax levy was signed into NYS law on June 24th, 2011 and every public school district in the state must adhere to it. However, each school board can chose to override the cap by obtaining a 60% super majority vote. The danger lies in the chance that if the budget fails twice the board is forced to adopt a 0% increase to the tax levy. “There is very little room to make cuts that is necessary to comply with the cap,” said Van Cott. “This district has continued to control expenses year after year.” The OB-EN School District has already made several school day cuts such as eliminating field trips and elementary health and driver’s education as well as reducing special ed staff, professional development
Assistant Superintendent for Business Christopher Van Cott
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Phyllis Harrington
and equipment/supplies/ materials, to name a few. Outside the school day the district has eliminated summer music & arts, Regents NYS Assessment Prep, summer literacy program and other items. This is on top of personnel cuts in administration, faculty, clerical staff and custodial staff. Van Cott noted that cost reductions were made by refinancing existing debt, establishing energy efficiency upgrades, reducing transportation costs, internet and phone costs, increasing employee contributions to health insurance and more. In looking at current considerations for meeting revenue limitations, Van Cott discussed possible teacher retirements - four of which were announced, re-allocation of special ed resources,
a reduction of co-curricular activities, reduce supervision and increase revenue such as charging for use of school facilities. He estimated that the district’s cap would be approximately 2.42%. “I believe we can do it by managing and manipulating these ticket items,” said Dr. Harrington. At the end of the presentation, a picture of the current kindergarten class at Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School flashed on the screen. “This is the Class of 2025,” said Dr. Harrington. “They are our future therefore we can’t just plan for this year but we have to plan with them in mind. This is not easy, it’s tough stuff but together we will make it happen.” Dr. Harrington noted that she does have a meeting
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set up with State Senator Carl Marcellino to discuss mandate relief and legislative action. “There are things that have to change. The politicians have been somewhat unfair to school boards,” said the Superintendent. “They put your backs up against the wall without giving you the tools to be able to do the things you need to do.” Board President Ann Marie Longo noted, “We have to start fighting for mandate relief immediately and not for the ones that they are giving us.” “The board has the decision as to guide us in staying within the allowable tax levy limit, which I think would be dangerous on many levels or you have the authority to ask us to consider exceeding the tax levy limit,” stated Dr. Harrington. “On a move forward basis it would not be my recommendation to try and exceed the tax levy limit. I do think we can meet the number without having to exceed the tax levy limit. I think that is the direction we should be going in for our district.” In regards of which direction the Board should go trustee Maryann Santos noted, “I think 2.42% makes
sense and reasonable for all taxpayers. We never received a 60% super majority on any vote therefore it’s not likely and I’m very concerned about a 0% increase.” The rest of the Board unanimously agreed and trustee James Robinson pointed out that currently 60 school districts across New York State are on the brink of bankruptcy. “It’s a telling tale of what’s to come in public education,” he said. The next meeting is scheduled for February 28th where the Board will seek the public’s input. The March 6th meeting will be centered on rolling out revenue budget ideas. The March 20th meeting will review the expenditure budget and use of the capital reserve. The April 3rd meeting will discuss the impact of a failed budget. The budget will be adopted at the April 17th meeting plus a focus will be put on rallying voter turnout and analyzing the district’s fiscal health. May 1st will mark the final budget hearing and the Budget Vote will be held May 15th at Oyster Bay High School from 7 AM-9 PM. For more information, visit: www.obenschools.org.
Evans-Sheppard releases ‘The Constant Struggle Within’ By David J. Criblez dcriblez@oysterbayguardian.com
The Oyster Bay Historical Society held a special presentation and book signing at the Angela P. Koenig Center on February 7th featuring local author Denice Evans-Sheppard who recently released her first book, The Constant Struggle Within: The Story of the Carll Family of Oyster Bay. The standing room only crowd was not only supportive but also sincerely interested in the subject matter. The event started a new Black History Month tradition for the Historical Society. “The book is an interesting story in a lot of different ways. It’s local family history
but it’s also nationally important particularly with David Carll, the Civil War and the African-American regiment that NY raised at the end of 1863,” said Historical Society Director Phil Blocklyn. “It’s part history, part memoir making it a nice blend of reminiscence and research.” Evans-Sheppard has been working on her book for a year and a half documenting six generations of the Carll family on the North Shore of Long Island. Evans-Sheppard has been absorbing her family’s history since the age of nine when her grandparents, Percy & Geneva Carll, told her stories. “I finally decided to put it all down on paper for ev-
eryone to know and share,” she said. “Some people in the family were receptive to the idea while others were nervous to have their family business in print.” Her family was originally from the Cold Spring Harbor area. They wanted to avoid slavery so they decided to move to Oyster Bay because slaves were coming in and out of the CSH ports. Her great-great grandfather David Carll was nationally recognized for enlisting in military service on December 23, 1863 in the first African-American regiment. Carl was married and he was paid a bounty of $300 to enlist and he paid $200 to purchase property on Carll’s Hill Road on January
7, 1864. “We had no slaves in my family. There were free people and as a result they kept to themselves on the same property on Carll’s Hill Road,” said Evans-Sheppard whose great-grandfather was Francis Carll, an entrepreneur that had his own garbage business collecting from estates on Muttontown, Centre Island and Mill Neck. Evans-Sheppard had a variety of pictures on display as well as a 1840s family Bible from England. She played a DVD montage of pictures set to music for the audience chronicling her family history. “The premise of the book was to bring forth clarity
and to know that our family was of significance but somewhere along the lines they lost it. They lost the vision of David Carll. He left behind a legacy for us to keep going,” Evans-Sheppard declared. “I feel that I’ve been compelled to bring forth this story. In someway their spirits are vicariously living through me.” Today Evans-Sheppard lives in a 150 years-old house, originally owned by David Carll, with her husband. She moved back to Oyster Bay from Roslyn to raise their son Kai, who is currently 8 years-old. “I love Oyster Bay - it’s the best,” she said. “I can’t wait for people to read my book.” For more information on
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Local author Denice Evans-Sheppard recently appeared at the Oyster Bay Historical Society’s Angela P. Koenig Center promoting her new book, The Constant Struggle Within: The Story of the Carll Family of Oyster Bay. upcoming Historical Society events, call (516) 922-5032 or visit: www.oysterbayhistorical.org.
Chinese New Year celebrated at OBHS Oyster Bay Town Councilman Anthony Macagnone (3rd from right) recently attended the Tzu Chi Academy’s 15th Annual Chinese New Year Celebration, held at Oyster Bay High School. (Pictured above from left) On hand to help ring in the year of the dragon is Lillian Chang, Director of Student Affairs, Sheng Heng, teacher at Tzu Chi Academy, Grace Mok, student at the academy and MC for the night, TOB Councilman Macagnone, Dustin Liu, student at the academy and MC for the night, and Roger Tsai, Assistant Principal.
BARBARA BRUNDIGE MEETS DANNY MEYER
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Portledge School and the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center are proud to co-sponsor a second sculpture contest that combines art, wildlife and environmental awareness. The goal is to create a nocturnal themed animal sculpture that will be judged on the basis of its aesthetics as well as the creative use of recyclable materials, with prizes awarded in each category. Your child can participate in the eligible grade levels (PK-1, 2-3, or 4-6).
For five years Barbara has attended a major real estate technology conference in January sponsored by Inman News for several days in Manhattan. One year she met Craig, founder of Craigslist in a mini session and this year she met Danny Meyer who spoke at the conference and had a book signing. The conference is held nationwide at several locations and features the latest in real estate technology as well as good business practice ideas (Danny Meyer and his successful restaurant ventures, such as Union Square Café & Gramarcy Tavern in Manhattan) Another exciting feature is a session with 4 or 5 young inventors who are designing new ideas for the real estate community. The sponsor booths are also full of the latest technology ideas/services.
All entries will be exhibited and winners announced during a reception at Portledge School on Saturday, March 31. For complete contest rules, visit www.portledge.org/createsomethinggreat.
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hether due to a fear of on-field consequences or simply their professionalism, the Giants kept the showboating to a minimum during the Super Bowl. The players competed fiercely, pushing and clawing for every yard, maximizing their effectiveness by coordinating their efforts. They knew that grabbing attention as individuals wouldn’t result in a victory. Rather, they won by working together. How unlike that is our county government’s leadership? Recent hearings on a preliminary plan to redeploy police officers to save taxpayer money were just the latest example of what we see as a breakdown in constructive debate. The hearings were punctuated by shouting and bickering. It’s no wonder that most people would sooner have weekly gum surgery than hold political office or a leadership position in public service. When Republican County Executive Ed Mangano, facing the all but impossible task of balancing a budget that has a $310 million deficit, put forth that plan to make government more efficient, he was attacked by hyperbole-hurling Democrats, berated for being partisan and devious. When his predecessor, Democrat Tom Suozzi, faced with a similar budgetary nightmare, offered a vision of a massive redevelopment of the Hub that would have brought thousands of jobs and millions of dollars in revenue, he was ganged up on by flushed-face Republican legislators, denounced for trying to destroy Nassau County with his wild schemes. When school superintendents and boards of education suggest merging plans or closing buildings to deal with declin-
ing enrollment, limits on revenue generation and unabated increases in mandated spending, they’re accused of ignoring students’ needs and caring more about finances than families. Imagine. Community residents who give hundreds of hours of their time to serve the interests of their neighbors’ schoolchildren being criticized for not caring enough about the kids. That is simply disgraceful. We citizens don’t exactly make it easy on our public officials, regularly demanding more than government can provide. We want more services, more benefits, more aid, more programs and more attention — and less taxes and fewer fees. We threaten that elected officials had better control costs or we’ll throw them out — and that they’d better not reduce any current services or we’ll throw them out. But how well are we served by elected leaders who scream and accuse, who seek the spotlight more than they seek the truth? How well is the county being served if, when a Democrat proposes it, Republicans are sure to denounce it, and vice versa? Our freedoms to assemble in protest, to grieve a perceived mistreatment, to petition for change, to fiercely argue our position are quintessential American liberties, to be cherished and exercised constantly and without apology. But these freedoms don’t exist so that elected leaders can showboat in front of their constituents. They exist as just means to accomplish common good, through advocacy and compromise. The county executive and legislators of both parties should work together so that the people win.
How well is the county being served if, when a Democrat proposes it, Republicans are sure to denounce it, and vice versa?
TOB Planning Advisory Board meeting scheduled for Feb. 23rd The Town of Oyster Bay Planning Advisory Board has scheduled a meeting for Thursday, February 23rd. The meeting will be held in the Town Board hearing Room, Town Hall East, 54 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, beginning at 7 PM. The Planning Advisory Board is empowered to review applications for projects in certain designated areas of the Town‌
RMF-6, RMF-10, RO and OB‌as well as site plans for major projects in other commercial and residential areas within the Town. The board reviews specific site plans and recommends approval or disapproval of the proposed plans to the Town Board. For further information, contact the Department of Planning & Development at (516) 624-6200.
Town Board approves reappointment to ZBA The Oyster Bay Town Board has approved the reappointment of one member to the Town’s Zoning Board of Appeals. Anthony A. Capetola, an attorney from Woodbury,
who was first appointed to fill a vacancy, has been reappointed to a full five-year term. His new term will run through December 31, 2016. The Zoning Board of Appeals is an autonomous,
seven-member body which issues variances and exemptions from the Town’s building and zoning ordinances and conducts public hearings on such requests.
NSWRC welcomes George Maragos The North SyossetWoodbury Republican Club will be holding its monthly meeting on Wednesday, February 29th at the Woodlands at the TOB Golf Course on Southwoods Road in Woodbury at 7 PM On this Leap Day the Club welcomes guest speaker Nassau
County Comptroller George Maragos who will discuss his bid to be the next United States Senator from New York. Coffee and refreshments will be served. For information on attending this event, contact (516) 9211000.
OBITUARY MICHAEL PONTE Michael Ponte of Bayville died on February 14th at age 60. Husband of Nancy J., he was the father of Andrew and was survived by several relatives and friends. A Funeral Service, under the direction of Oyster Bay Funeral Home, will be held at the Village United Methodist Church of Bayville, located 9 Mountain Avenue, today Friday, February 17th at 11 AM followed by a private interment. For more information, visit: ww.oysterbayfuneralhome. com.
Sunday, February 19th ■The New York Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation presents the annual Mardi Gras Gala at Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park in Oyster Bay from 11 AM to 4 PM. The day features children’s performances, horse & carriage rides, carnival games for colorful Mardi Gras prizes, “Funny Fotos,� environmental displays, make your own Mardi Gras animal mask and Island 94.3 FM Prize giveaways. Admission is free for all activities; however, a $5 donation will be requested. For more information, call (631) 3213510 or (516) 922-8600 or visit: www.nysparks.com. ■Christ Church, located at 61 East Main Street in Oyster Bay, will hold Opera Night with music from The Northport Opera Company at 4 PM. $15 donation. For more information, call 631-2618808 or visit: www.isabellajohnson@blogspot.com.
Sunday, February 26th ■The Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary, located on Cove Road in Oyster Bay Cove, will hold a Member’s Only Chili Cook Off at 3 PM. All members are invited to contribute their own special chili. Bring your chili in a crockpot with a serving spoon and any toppings you want. Grand Prize will be distributed for the best chili. To sign up, call (516) 922-3200.
Sunday, March 11th â– The United Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County, Inc. (UCPN) will hold its 8th annual Polar Bear Plunge at Theodore Roosevelt Beach in Oyster Bay. Festivities begin at 1 PM and the Plunge takes place at 2 PM. All proceeds go to the UCPN, a not-for-profit health agency serving over 1,800 children and adults with cerebral palsy, developmental and other disabilities. For more information, visit: www. ucpn.org or www.facebook.com/theUCPN or call (516) 378-2000.
Sunday, March 4th ■The Oyster Bay Historical Society, located at 20 Summit Street, presents a lecture by Liz Roosevelt entitled, “The War of 1812: What Happened & Why It Matters� will be held at the Angela P. Koenig Center at 3 PM. The event is free. For more information on upcoming Historical Society events, call (516) 922-5032 or visit: www.oysterbayhistorical.org.
Thursday, March 22nd â– The Oyster Bay Student Council presents the 2nd annual Chinese Auction at the Oyster Bay High School Gymnasium from 7-9 PM. Tickets are $10 each includes coffee, tea and dessert plus three free raffle tickets. All proceeds will benefit OBHS Scholarship Fund. For tickets, contact a Student Council Representative or Danielle Urtheil at (516) 624-6528.
Thursday, March 8th ■The Oyster Bay Historical Society, located at 20 Summit Street, presents a lecture by Town of Oyster Bay Historian John Hammond entitled, “Oyster Bay During The Civil War Years� will be held at the Angela P. Koenig Center at 7 PM. The event is free. For more information on upcoming Historical Society events, call (516) 922-5032 or visit: www. oysterbayhistorical.org.
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POLICE BLOTTER Muttontown babysitter arrested for Grand Larceny Nassau County’s Second Squad reports the details of the arrest of a Centereach woman for Grand Larceny on Thursday, February 9th at 12:05 PM. According to detectives, Crystal Amatulli, 27, of Centereach, was hired by the female victim, 46 years of age, to work as a babysitter in her Muttontown home. She removed 12 checks from the home, signed and cashed them for over $19,000. Amatulli was employed by the victim for two weeks in March 2011. Detectives
■Sagamore Hill National Historic Site and the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center in Cove Neck, will celebrate Theodore Roosevelt’s love of birds by participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count and other special avian activities. Events will begin with an 8 AM bird banding demonstration. A light breakfast will be served. This will be followed by a short Project Feeder Watch presentation at 9:30 AM. For more information, call (516) 922-4788 or visit: www.nps.gov/sahi.
Gala from 7-11 PM at the New York Institute of Technology de Seversky Center in Brookville. Over 40 local restaurants, caterers and sweet shops will provide a wide array of food and drinks. Post Wines & Spirits of Syosset will provide the fine wines. Monies raised from this event will be used for cultural arts programs for students of the Oyster Bay High School and scholarships. For more information, visit: www. obenschools.org.
from Nassau County Police Department 2nd Precinct arrested the defendant at her home. Amatulli is charged with Grand Larceny 3rd degree and Identity Theft 1st degree and was arraigned at the First District Court in Hempstead on Friday, February 10th.
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■The Upper School students of East Woods School, located at 31 Yellow Cote Road in Oyster Bay Cove, will perform “Beauty and the Beast,� a musical based on the classic Disney animated film, at 7 PM. Also Friday, March 2nd at 10:30 AM and 7 PM.
Friday, March 2nd ■The Oyster Bay High School PTSA will hold its 12th annual “A Taste of the Gold Coast�
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Chef Fran opens in Buckingham’s By David J. Criblez dcriblez@oysterbayguardian.com
For over 30 years Fran Zaslow Walker served as one of the North Shore’s top caterers. After retiring and selling her business, Fran Zaslow Caterers, Chef Fran, as she is affectionately known, has made her way to Oyster Bay. Her new venture is in retail selling gourmet kitchenware inside Buckingham Variety, located at 36 Audrey Avenue in Oyster Bay. “I’m really a caterer not a retailer but I’m learning,” said Walker. “Because I have the point of view of a cook, I can really sell the product because I can tell you how to use every gadget.” Walker is planning to hold some cooking demonstrations and possibly do some one-on-one training passing on her knowledge of the culinary arts. “Most people love my grilled filet mignon and butterfly leg of lamb,” she said. “Vegetables are also a specialty of mine and I like to bake as well.” Known to cook every night, Walker has come
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Fran Zaslow Walker (center) cuts the ribbon on her new store, Chef Fran’s Kitchenware, with the help of Nassau County Legislator Judy Jacobs (3rd from right) and members of the OB-EN Chamber of Commerce (from left: Donnamarie Chaimanis, Sally Robilotto, Michele Browner, Walter Imperatore, Carmine Pirolo and Alex Gallego) on February 11th. up with a way for all busy moms to save time. “I call it ‘hybrid cooking.’ I put food
in pressure cooker first then I style the food the way I want it,” she said. “It makes
cooking faster and easier and you are not locked to the stove.”
Buckingham Variety is transforming into Buckingham Village sharing the
space with Chef Fran’s Kitchenware, North Shore Community Church’s Thrift Store and Think Long Island First. “One of the great things about Buckingham’s is that it evolves as Oyster Bay evolves. It has been here for many decades and people have fond memories of it but it is always fresh and new. When people come in they can see something different,” said Claire Bellerjeau, Weekend Manager. “It gives them a reason to come down to the village. You can get everything here from the ordinary to the extraordinary.” Nassau County Legislator Judy Jacobs was on hand at Walker’s February 11th ribbon cutting to officially welcome her to the community. “There’s been phenomenal growth in the hamlet,” she said. “Unique stores like Chef Fran’s makes Oyster Bay a real place to visit and come back to shop.” Chef Fran’s Kitchenware is open seven days a week from 10 AM-6 PM. For more information, call (516) 7130373 or visit: www.cheffranskitchenware.com.
Polar Bear sighting in Oyster Bay dcriblez@oysterbayguardian.com
Last weekend a polar bear was loose in Oyster Bay. Although no one was harmed, the male bear was seen greeting residents and handing out fliers in promotion for the United Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County’s 8th annual Polar Bear Plunge to be held at Theodore Roosevelt Beach in Oyster Bay on Sunday, March 11th. Alex Gallego of Stifel Nicolaus in Oyster Bay met up with the UCPN polar bear to inform him about
his new challenge. Over the years Gallego has partnered with the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Chamber of Commerce to raise over $1,000 each year in pledge money for the swim. This year Gallego made a declaration. “We are looking to hit $3,000,” he stated. “We want to make this the most successful Polar Bear Plunge ever!” Polar Bear Plunge Director Jack Sullivan was amazed by Gallego’s announcement and the event’s continued growth in popularity. “We’ve had big numbers even when the weather
hasn’t been the greatest,” he said. “Attendance has been steadily going up every year. It’s worth all the effort and withstanding the freezing cold.” Festivities for the Polar Bear Plunge begin at 1 PM and the swim takes place at 2 PM. All proceeds go to the UCPN, a not-for-profit health agency serving over 1,800 children and adults with cerebral palsy, developmental and other disabilities. For more information, visit: www.ucpn.org or www. facebook.com/theUCPN or call (516) 378-2000.
Michalis Elected as NCMA Board President At its Annual Meeting in January, the Board of Trustees of Nassau County Museum of Art elected Clarence F. Michalis of Lattingtown to be its new President. Michalis was most recently a Vice President of the Museum Board and previously served a term as President, from 1995 to 1997. Michalis, who retired as C.F.O. of Bristol-Myers Squibb, is a long-time activist in the philanthropic and professional communities of Nassau County and New York City. For the past 43 years, he has served the village of Lattingtown as its mayor. He has also been a trustee of the North Shore Land Alliance and the Oyster Bay Sailing Foundation as well as a Commissioner of the Locust Valley Fire District. In New York City, Michalis has had many posts including the Chairmanship
of The Cooper Union, St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center, and the Josiah Macy, Jr. Foundation and trustee positions with the Citizen’s Budget Commission and the President’s Council of the Museum of the City of New York. Nassau County Museum of Art is located at One Museum Drive (just off Northern Boulevard, Route 25A) in Roslyn Harbor. The museum is chartered and accredited under the laws of New York State as a not-forprofit private educational institution and museum. The museum, which is funded through income derived from admissions, parking, membership, special events and private and corporate donations as well as federal and state grants, is operated by a privately elected Board of Trustees responsible for its governance.
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(From left) Alex Gallego of Stifel Nicolaus shakes hands with the UCPN Polar Bear (Jack Sullivan) and UCPN representative Pat Quinn.
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Valentine Soirée supports museum (Continued from page 1) was in addition to raising funds through 10 live auction items, which included a trip to Corsica and 80 silent auction items that kept everyone busy.
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The Oyster Bay High School boys’ team took its second fencing championship in a row.
Boys are county champs, girls take third place (Continued from page 1) well. I always want to do my best for the team.” Greenfield pulled out the win defeating Graber 5-2 and the team exploded with excitement. “That 27th bout was just tremendous pressure and stress,” said Greenfield. “There was so much build up. I died with every touch my opponent got. With every touch I got we just celebrated. When it was finally over it was such a release.” The question is: how did Greenfield remain cool? “On the outside I may have looked cool but on the inside I was screaming along with everyone else,” he admitted. “I had to keep my eye on the prize and I didn’t let my emotions get the best of me. The pressure was in my head but I pushed it aside and did what I had to do.” Greenfield is a top ranked fencer who trains twice a week at Empire United Fencing in Manhattan. “It gives me an extra edge,” said Greenfield. “I take high-level competitive classes with other guys who compete nationally and in-
ternationally.” Coach Bruckner was beaming with pride as was Assistant Coach Chris Hammond. “It was very emotional. We were all wound up. I had kids who lost their voices,” said Bruckner. “We had a lot of support from parents and faculty.” Five senior starters, Jack Greenfield, Matt LaRosa, Boyd Warwick-Clark, Greg Cassella and Dan McCartney, will be moving on to college. “I’ve been with these guys for four years,” said Greenfield, who has been on the team since 9th grade. “When I’m away next year I’m going to miss them so much.” Meanwhile Coach Bruckner, who now has four championships under his belt (two wins with the girls 2000 & 2006 and two wins with the boys 2011 & 2012), is already prepping for next season. “We have a strong 7th & 8th grade intramural squad coming up,” he said. Bruckner cited leadership as the secret to the team’s great success. “With Jack Greenfield as epee captain, Matt LaRosa as saber captain as Nick LaRosa as
foil captain, these gentlemen set the tone,” he said. The Varsity Girls team lost 16-14 to Garden City in the semi-finals but had 14-10 victory over Valley Stream and took third place. Jill Murray girls senior and saber captain was selected as “Fencer’s Fencer” for Nassau County girls marking the third OBHS girl to obtain that honor. John Bruckner selected as Boys’ “Coach of the Year.” The award is named after John Halasz, the 30-year coach of OBHS, who Bruckner replaced and fenced for. Seven boys and seven girls from OBHS were named AllCounty and Greenfield was selected All-Long Island. The Baymen moved on to the Long Island Championship where they lost to long time champs Suffolk County powerhouse Ward-Melville on Tuesday, February 14th at Wheatley High School. Although Oyster Bay lost 14-8, Coach Bruckner still held his head high. “I’m very proud of my fencers. They put up a good fight,” he said. “But no one can take our championship away from us!”
OBMSA seeks director (Continued from page 1) was our summer intern that we just hired to help Isaac with the Preserve America grant. She will continue to implement the Preserve America grant. The New York State Main Street grant has five years to be implemented so it doesn’t have to happen immediately. We are not in panic mode,” he added. “In the past we were looking for someone who has connections with Oyster Bay,” Bonifacio said,
“Now it has to be someone who knows historic preservation and can come in to work with all the community groups. We are at a critical point in the community where many historic properties are in danger of being lost. We want someone who is familiar with the Main Street approach, well versed in revitalization and has strong communication skills. Isaac helped us move in the right direction and we want to continue that momentum. We need a director
who is going to take on an active role like Isaac did.” The Main Street Board wishes Kremer and his family well and said he will be greatly missed. “Isaac brought so much to the community through his talents and hard work,” Bonifacio said. “He has made a difference in so many ways.” For more information on the Main Street Association, visit: www.oysterbaymainstreet.org or call (516) 9226982.
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Board President Kay Hutchins Sato was proud to be honoring two prominent people, Sarane Hickox Ross, President of the Barker Welfare Foundation and Huyler C. Held, Trustee of the Peggy N. and Roger G. Gerry Charitable Trust, who represent organizations that are aligned with Raynham Hall’s mission of education and historic preservation. “Sarane Ross & Huyler Held stood out amongst all our supporters because their Foundation and the Trust, respectively, have given us significant help to restore our facilities, our collection and fulfill educational mission,” said Sato. “We are very grateful to them. Typically we have one honoree but we couldn’t decide between the two. They have both been great to us.”
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Honorees Sarane Hickox Ross and Huyler C. Held with State Senator Carl Marcellino.
Great progress Accepting her award, Ross said to the crowd, “Raynham Hall has made great progress over the last few years not only in their programs but in their exhibitions. The creation of the herb garden behind the building was so well planned and executed that everybody should make a point of seeing it. We don’t fund many projects on Long Island but we were pleased to offer matching funds for two projects for Raynham Hall. We look forward to working more with them in the future.” Held echoed her sentiments. “I’ve known about Raynham Hall forever. It’s an organization that I have long admired and respected,” he said. “I’m only the Trustee but I can tell you the Gerrys would very much approve of this particular cause. We thank you!” Senator Carl Marcellino delivered a proclamation from the State Senate for each honoree, which he noted are “working to preserve and protect our past which makes our present and future better.” For more information, call (516) 922-6808 or visit: www.raynhamhall.org.
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(From left) Tom & Kerrie Ross enjoy the evening with Debra & John Bonifacio.
(From left) Co-Chairs Townsend Weekes and Diana Collins with Clayton Prugh.
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SPORTS Lady Bayhawks win N.S.C.Y.O. Basketball Championship
OUT IN RIGHT FIELD By Jeff Davis
Portledge archery One of the most remarkable and noted educators in America is Alan Cohen. As a principal in the South Bronx he almost magically turned a failing elementary school into one of the city’s most successful schools. Children and staff prospered and grew and most importantly succeeded. Alan, now retired from the city, is the Division Head of the Portledge Lower School. This man who is a nationally recognized educator, a Board member of the Harvard Graduate School of Education’s Principal Center and recipient of the Time Warner’s Principal of Excellence Award is up to some innovative ideas at the world famous Portledge School. Alan is focusing on his child-centered curriculum, using Professional Development and creating some innovative sports programs. Portledge has just established for the lower school an archery team and hired the former coach from nationally ranked Columbia University to be its first coach. This innovative idea will have students participating in a sport that demands individual skills and relying on oneself, and helps young children gain self-confidence.
Falcons wrestling champions The Locust Valley Falcons are the 2011-12 Nassau County Division II Wrestling Champions. This is an incredibly young and gifted group of wrestlers. The team under the watchful eyes of head coach Joe Enea and assisted by Tim Bellisari and Kyle Simensky would appear to be a core group that may dominate Nassau County wrestling for years to come. The following eight wrestlers are team members that advanced to the finals. They include: Nick Casella - 99 lbs., Patrick Briody - 99 lbs., Hunter Dusold - 106 lbs., John Pedranghelu - 113 lbs., Robert Heney - 132 lbs., Michael Dusold - 138 lbs., Jordan Formicola - 145 lbs. and Yamique Webb - 160 lbs. The following four wrestlers were crowned Nassau County Champions: Nick Casella - 99 lbs., Hunter Dusold - 106 lbs., Robert Heney - 132 lbs., and Jordan Formicola - 145 lbs. Special congratulations goes to Athletic Director Mark Dantuono who continually puts together quality athletes, who compete at the highest levels and always have amazing grades.
Lady Falcons hoopsters make playoffs The Lady Falcons Basketball Team has clinched a playoff spot. The team with a record of 11-5 overall and 9-4 in their conference is scheduled to play number 2 cede Carle Place. The Lady Frogs always a difficult team to play against but this year’s Lady Birds may just have the firepower to succeed against the “Frogettes.” The Falcons are lead by junior Brooke Spallino. This young lady truly plays the game and is averaging 16 points per game as well as 5 steals per game. Senior tricaptain Natasha Jahchan averages 10 points per game and 7 rebounds per game. This young lady is being scouted by MIT and RPI and is as good in the classroom as she is on the court. As you would expect she was a News 12 Scholar Athlete. The point guard is junior Samantha (Sammy) Altimari. She is the leader on the court and also averages 5 points and 6 assists per game. Marissa Reyes at center averages 7 points per game and 8 blocked shots per game. Marcella Applewhaite has added some real toughness to the Lady Falcons. This is a quality that is need by any team that wants to succeed. The Birds also have real depth when they go to the bench and use their rotation. Sophomore Jackie D’Elia, tri-captain Dominique DiMicelli and tri-captain Bryanne Venturino can do it all. Add Freshmen Caroline Rawa, returning after a foot injury, Sophomore Chantal Jahchan and 8th grader Skye Burris and this group of ladies is one fine basketball team. Comments? Email: jld11709@aol.com
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The Saint Dominic 8th Grade Lady Bayhawks’ C.Y.O. Basketball team defeated Infant Jesus of Port Jefferson to capture the N.S.C.Y.O. Championship on Sunday, February 12th. Under the coaching expertise of Karen Testa, assisted by Andrew Galgano, the Lady Bayhawks prevailed in a very hard fought game, 51-43. The game was a real nail-biter throughout and unquestionably a total team effort. The game was so intense, that Faith Smith, the Saint Dominic all-league point guard, played with what turned out to be a dislocated shoulder for the last 15 minutes of the game. Controlling the boards and dominating the interior on both the offensive and defensive ends were Desiree Gaeckler and Samantha Molloy. With Christina Testa, one of the Lady Bayhawks’ leading scorers, limited by foul trouble, the Lady Bayhawks’ backcourt was bolstered by the play of Danielle Sugar and Dana Galgano. Haley Warshaw proved to be a force in the lane, as along with Gaeckler and Molloy, she controlled the boards. Clutch free throw shooting by Smith, along with Gaeckler’s unstoppable offensive attack, combined with an intense defensive effort proved to be the difference against an Infant Jesus team that had coasted through the regular season and dominated during the playoffs.
Tennis registration at LV Library Registration for the 2012 tennis season is underway at Locust Valley Library, located at 170 Buckram Road. Early-bird discounts run through March 31st so interested parties are urged to register early. Applications are available at the library circulation desk or at: www. locustvalleylibrary.org. Meet the tennis pro at the Fitness Expo on Saturday, March 17th at 2 PM in the Community Room. For more information, call the library at (516) 671-1837.
St. Dominic’s 8th Grade Lady Bayhawks’ C.Y.O. Basketball team captured the N.S.C.Y.O. Championship on Sunday, February 12th. Coach Testa, who has both played and coached in the Saint Dominic C.Y.O. for
LEGAL NOTICE INC. VILLAGE OF CENTRE ISLAND VILLAGE ELECTION PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that the next general election for the Incorporated Village of Centre Island, Nassau County, New York, shall be held at the Centre Island Village Hall, 303 Centre Island Road in said Village on June 19, 2012; that the hours of opening and closing the polls thereof shall be 12:00 noon and 9:00 P.M. respectively and that during such period of nine consecutive hours the polls shall be kept open for the purpose of choosing and electing the following officers: Trustee for a term of 2 years Trustee for a term of 2 years Ann G. Vessalico Clerk Treasurer February 15, 2012 February 17, 2012 #23349E LEGAL NOTICE VILLAGE OF MUTTONTOWN PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE A public meeting will be held by and before the Planning Board of the Incorporated Village of Muttontown, New York, at the Muttontown Village Hall located at One ‘Raz’ Tafuro Way, in Muttontown on Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at 7:30 P.M. The Board will hear and consider the continuation of: 1. A request for a preliminary plat approval by the Estate of Edith S. Quintana, owners of a parcel designated as Section 24, Block F, Lot 0363/0364 located at the Northeast corner of Linden Lane and Northern Blvd., Muttontown, NY. The Board will hear and consider: 2. A request by Albert Paniccia for the release of their Bond previously required by the Planning Board with respect to their subdivision which created Section 16, Block A, Lots 1090/1091. Copies of said applications are on file at the office of Village Clerk and may be viewed during the hours of 9:30A.M. to 12:30P.M. Monday through Friday. If any individual requires special assistance to attend, please notify the Village Clerk at least 48 hours in advance of the hearing. Village of Muttontown One ‘Raz’ Tafuro Way Muttontown, New York Salvatore Benisatto Chairperson Dated: February 10, 2012 #23364E LEGAL NOTICE INC. VILLAGE OF BAYVILLE NOTICE TO BIDDERS Notice is hereby given that SEALED PROPOSALS for “DOCK REPLACEMENT AT CREEK BEACH MARINA” will be received by the Village Administrator of the Inc. Village of Bayville at the Village Hall, 34 School Street, Bayville, New York 11709, until 11:00 AM, Prevailing Time, on Thursday, February 23, 2012, at which time and place they will be publicly opened and read. Specifications may be obtained at Village Hall, 34 School Street, Bayville, New York 11709, on or after Thursday, February 16, 2012, upon deposit of One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) for each set furnished, check
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HOUSEKEEPERS, NANNIES, Live-in $350/ Up, Live-out $80/Up per day. COMPANIONS for Elderly, Experienced, Local, Immediately Avail. No Fee to Employer. Licensed. GLORIA’S AGENCY lomejordegloria@gmail.com 516-944-9725
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JOHN F. SCHEICH, ESQ.
FRANK M. FLOWERS INC.
LEGAL NOTICE SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT P.O. Box 9029 SYOSSET, NY 11791-9029 (516) 364-5654 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The Syosset Central School District is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to provide Casualty Insurance Coverages for Syosset Central School District needs. The Syosset Central School District, Syosset, New York is issuing a request for proposals due by 2:00pm. June 15, 2012 RFP’s will be received at the Syosset Central School District Business Office, South Woods Middle School, 99 Pell Lane, Syosset, New York. RFP’s submitted via courier or hand delivery may be delivered to the Syosset Central School District, Business Office, 99 Pell Lane, Syosset, NY 11791. RFP’s submitted via United States Postal Service should be mailed to Syosset Central School District, Business Office, Post Office Box 9029, Syosset, NY 11791-9029. RFP’s may be obtained at the Syosset District Business Office during normal business hours or by calling 516-364-5654. The Board of Education reserves the right in its discretion to reject all or any part of any RFP. MaryAnn Milton Purchasing Agent #23389E
JOHN F. DELILLO, CPA
J&B AUTO REPAIR
Hatchery in Bayville
LEGAL NOTICE VILLAGE OF UPPER BROOKVILLE BOARD OF APPEALS PUBLIC NOTICE A public hearing and meeting will be held before and by the Board of Appeals of the Incorporated Village of Upper Brookville, Nassau County, New York, at the Planting Fields Arboretum - Annex Facility on Planting Fields Road in said Village, on February 28, 2012 at 7:30 P.M. The hearing will be on the appeal of the Charles W. Schwing Irrevocable Trust, owner of a 5.0 acre parcel of land located at 9 High Ridge Lane in the Village, designated as Section 24, Block 24, Lot 9A & B on the Nassau County Land and Tax Map and located within the Village’s OP-1 (5-acre) zoning district. The Appellant seeks a variance to maintain an existing shed which has an easterly side yard setback of 24.2 feet and a southerly rear yard setback of 72.9 feet, rather than the required 75 feet. The above application is on file at the office of Humes & Wagner, LLP, attorneys for the Village, 147 Forest Avenue, Locust Valley, New York where it may be seen during the regular hours of the usual business days until the time of the hearing. All interested persons will be given an opportunity to be heard at said time and place. If any individual requires special assistance to attend, please notify the Village Attorney at least 48 hours in advance of the hearing. David Helme Chairman February 15, 2012 February 17, 2012 Z-367 #23386E
Massage Therapy
Auto Repairs
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LEGAL NOTICE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF LAUREL HOLLOW LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, on February 9, 2012, after a Public Hearing duly held by the Board of Trustees of the Incorporated Village of Laurel Hollow, the following local law was adopted by the Board of Trustees: Local Law No. 1-2012 A LOCAL LAW authorizing a property tax levy in excess of the limit established in General Municipal Law º3-c Copies of the local law, as adopted, are available at Village Hall for review. This local law shall become effective immediately upon filing in the office of the Secretary of State. By Order of the Board of Trustees Dated: February 13, 2012 Karen A. Navin Clerk/Treasurer Issue Date: February 17, 2012 #23388E
Domestic Services
JAMES CAMMARATA, ESQ.
Call Leonard: 516-383-4600
Election for the Incorporated Village of Muttontown, Nassau County, New York, shall be held at the Muttontown Village Hall, One ‘Raz’ Tafuro Way in said Village on Tuesday, June 19, 2012; that the hours of opening and closing the polls thereof shall be 8:00 am and 9:00 pm. respectively, and that during such period of thirteen consecutive hours the polls shall be kept open for the purpose of electing the following officers: Trustee for a term of 4 years Trustee for a term of 4 years Trustee for a term of 4 years Village Justice for a term of 4 years Lisa A. Lolis Village Clerk February 17, 2012 #23387E
Accountants
109 Newbridge Road (Route 106) Hicksville • (516) 433-3300
Immediate Occupancy
made payable to the Incorporated Village of Bayville. Deposits of bidders will be refunded when set is returned in good condition within ten (10) days following the bid date. Other deposits will be partially or not refunded. Each proposal must be accompanied by a certified check or bid bond in the amount of five percent (5 %) of the bid amount, made payable to the Incorporated Village of Bayville, as assurance that the bid is made in good faith. Request for Clarification ( RFC ) questions during the bid phase shall be directed to: Joe Noto 628-1439, ext 25 or publicworks@bayvilleny.gov. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive any informality and to accept such bids which, in its opinion, are the lowest responsible bids and in the best interests of the Village. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES INC. VILLAGE OF BAYVILLE Maria Alfano-Hardy Village Administrator DATED: February 15, 2012 #23375E
GUARDIAN GUIDE Townsend Square • Oyster Bay • (516) 922-4660
123 South Street
over three decades, is hoping to step-down after this championship run, although
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the Saint Dominic C.Y.O. may have other plans for one of the best coaches the program has ever known. Next up for the Lady Bayhawks’ squad is a match-up against the winner of the Brooklyn/Queens CYO team at the Inaugural CYO Classic to be held on Saturday, March 3rd at St. Dominic’s Msgr. James E. Collins Athletic Center. The Championship team is comprised of the following members: Desiree Gaeckler, Samantha Molloy, Faith Smith, Danielle Sugar, Christian Testa, Haley Warshaw and Dana Galgano.
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Skin Care
Bicycle Sales & Repairs VISENTIN BIKE PRO SHOP 51 Pine Hollow Road • Oyster Bay (516) 922-2150
Chiropractors
OYSTER BAY INSURANCE 27 Pine Hollow Road • Oyster Bay • (516) 922-9131
STATE FARM JOHN SPECCE AGENCY
SHANGRI-LA SPA Specializing in Problem Skin & Aging Management 63 Audrey Avenue • Oyster Bay (516) 922-2025
70 East Main Street • Oyster Bay • (516) 922-1060
Yoga
MARSHALL CHIROPRACTIC DR. STACEY MARSHALL DR. TIMOTHY CULLINAN 72 West Main Street • Oyster Bay • (516) 922-4606
Financial Services
Jewish Services OYSTER BAY JEWISH CENTER Services: Fri 8 PM • Sat 9:30 AM 922-6650 • 11 Temple Lane, Oyster Bay
STIFEL NICOLAUS ALEX GALLEGO, AAMS
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BAYWICH LIMOUSINE Oyster Bay • (516) 922-1894/1-877-BAYWICH
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Pianist Hannah Kulis tickles the ivories at the Oyster Bay High School Talent & Variety Show on Friday, February 10th.
Spanish Refrigerator rocks featuring (standing from left) Grey Warwick-Clark (vocals), Stevie Matthews (drums) and Greg Cassella (trumpet). (Sitting from left) William Halpern (bass) and Steve Tortora (guitar).
Talented local youth showcased at OBHS
(From left) Ashley George performs a duet with Brian Thompson.
Photos by Pat Strassberg
Guitarist/vocalist Nathalie Mejia goes acoustic.
(From left) Liz Gurdus pairs up with Matthew Mahoski.
HOME OF THE WEEK
Grand colonial on exquisite corner property
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his beautiful 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom Colonial is located on the picturesque corner of Cocks Lane, within walking distance to the prestigious Japanese Stroll Gardens. This home is fit for grand entertaining and offers a welcome retreat for rest and relaxation. The garage provides 2 levels of ample storage space or possible second floor expansion, and the finished basement with full bath provides generous space to roam, as well as an extra room for an office. The home is offered at $755,000. For more information, Engel & Volkers Locust Valley, Erika Brown, Licensed Salesperson, (516) 316-3263, Erika. Brown@engelvoelkers.com.
Note: Each week’s featured home is chosen at random from among properties offered by area realtors. The opinions expressed are those of the realtor and not The Oyster Bay Guardian news department. For further information, write to scolten@oysterbayguardian.com.
NEARBY HOMES FOR SALE IN LOCUST VALLEY 9 Weir Lane $759,000 3 bedroom, 2 bath Cape
$799,900 5 Quarry Road 3 bedroom, 2 bath Ranch
4 Rose Ln $769,000 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath Colonial
North Shore Realty Co
Brigitte Greene Realty 718-544-2244
Daniel Gale Real Estate 759-6822