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February 2018 Long Island Edition • Vol. 43 #3

Modern Tips for a Mature Dater First-Date Advice to Help You Secure a Second Date by Alex Knott, AARP

ove's conquest can be broken down into five rules for a first date. Whether it’s a new online match or someone you met at a neighbor’s home the other night, the following five rules should help you get to the second date. It doesn’t matter if you are a seasoned pro or recently divorced and just now getting back out there — we all need work on our game. Rule 1. Respond proportionally. If you remember nothing else, remember this: Stay within the tempo of the conversation. Don't go on too long when she asks you a question, but also don't be too brief in your response. Too long and you are boring and self-absorbed. Too short and you are cold and about as much fun as spending the night in front of the TV with the sound turned down. If she says a few sentences, you say a few sentences. If he tells a story, you (Continued on page 15)

Senate Aging Committee Leaders Warn of Widespread Flu Activity; Older Americans At High Risk of Complications. ............................. page 10 Finding The Perfect Gym......................page 14 Simple Batch Mixed Drinks for the Super Bowl..................... page 16 Overcoming Isolation and Loneliness.... page 17 Over 50? You’ll Want to Read This on Tax Reform ............................. page 18 Not Your Everday Party Food..................... page 19 SpongeBob Squarepants The Broadway Musical ............................. page 21

Are You Avoiding The Dentist For Fear Of The Cost?

f you don’t have dental coverage or feel insurance is too restrictive and costly there is another option: the EDP Dental plan. Fortunately, there is an alternative to traditional dental insurance in the growing numbers of available dental plans that offer many advantages in convenience, savings, & procedures from top notch dentists. It is a great individual option and the industry is booming. Dentists and dental plan providers cooperate to make affordable dental care available to you and for more than 15 years EDP has helped thousands of Long Islanders get the dental care they need at an affordable price. Whether your kids need braces, you need a root canal, or if you just need your regularly scheduled check-up and cleaning, a family dental plan will save you money every time you go to the dentist. Typically, members will find their bills reduced by half and in some cases even more. At EDP Dental it is not uncommon for members to report an average savings for a family of four in excess of $1500 a year or MORE! With some of Long Island’s best dental care providers in their network, EDP members are saving up to 60% off the cost of their dental care every day!

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The dentists that accept EDP are the same providers that take the big insurance company plans. However with EDP they can work directly with the patient for the best possible treatment at a reasonable cost. Best of all the discounts are applied to the patient right at the time of service, what’s easier than that? For only $99 a year you can have peace of mind that you have the best dental savings plan available when you need it and when you don’t. EDP will keep you smiling with our cost savings program that puts you in control of your dental care and money back in your pocket! Many people wonder how discount dental plans work. How can they be so cheap but still offer such significant savings? Almost everyone understands how traditional dental insurance works because it's been so common. But, this is not dental insurance. This is how we explain it at EDP Dental: Gain Access to In-Network Dentists Save on every visit with a dentist in our plan’s nationwide dental network. Dentists within our provider network have agreed to provide the same quality care for the discounted rates listed in the fee schedules. Discounts are exclusively accessible to discount dental plan members.

Save Money with Fixed Prices - No matter what your dentist would normally charge for a procedure, with a discount plan, you pay the dollar amount listed in the fee schedule. Everyone Wins! - Dentists get more patients and keep their dental practice running and agree to the reduced fee schedule in return. With EDP, dental coverage also includes specialists, such as, oral surgeons, orthodontists, periodontists, endodontists, and prosthodontists. These visits are charged at a 25% reduction of participating specialist’s regular fees. Our user friendly website www.edpdental.com has been designed to help you locate a dentist, compare pricing and easily enroll online If you have questions and would like to speak with one of our customer care representatives you can reach us at 1.800.777.1085. 50+

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1. Greenwood Village in Manorville recently chose longtime resident and Army veteran, Anthony Peruzzi as their "Home for the Holidays" winner for exemplifying positive community involvement, while living such an impactful life. As a winner of the "Home for the Holidays" contest, Mr. Peruzzi and his wife of 65 years, had their house professionally decorated to bring in the holidays, free of charge.

2. Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino (3rd from left) joins with Councilman Tom Hand (far left), Councilwoman Michele Johnson (2nd from left), Councilman Lou Imbroto (3rd from right), and co-owners Ryan Shlotter (2nd from right) and Gabe Haim (far right) to sign and execute the on the job training agreement contract between the Town and Oyster Bay Brewing Company to put residents to work, provides on-the-job training and help a local employer continue to grow their operations. 3. Islandia Village Mayor Allan M. Dorman (left) is joined by Santa Claus (center, seated) and Village Trustees and staff members at the 12th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting on December 2. He is joined by (left to right) Denise Schrage, Village Activities Director; Carrie Hays, Ms. Schrage’s sister; “Mrs.Claus” Barbara Lacey, and Patty Peters, Village Trustees. Standing behind Ms. Schrage: Michael Zaleski, Deputy Mayor. 4. College Associate Dean of Educational Resources at Suffolk County Community College Dave Bergen was honored by Long Island Radio Broadcasting as the Riverhead Chamber of Commerce member of the year. Bergen donated $3,000 worth of radio advertising to Suffolk’s Culinary Arts Program’s Baker’s Workshop. A Cutchogue resident , Bergen has worked in higher education administration for nearly 40 years. 50+

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Doctor Fall Prevention Review Dr. Timson is board certified in family medicine, a fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians, author of “Type 2 Diabetes Can Be Reversed,” and has more than 30 years of experience in treating thousands of patients. His specialty is elder care attending to patients in the office, skilled nursing facilities, adult homes and assisted living facilities and serves patients from throughout Long Island. Question: Dear Dr. Timson – I am 68 and have fallen three times this year. Twice in my home and once while shopping. I am becoming hesitant to go out as much as I used to. I miss my active life, what can I do prevent falling so much? Answer: The question you ask is an important one for many older adults. One in three people over the age of 65 will fall ever year so you are not alone. Falls among Baby Boomers and older adults are the leading cause of both injury deaths and emergency department visits for trauma. Falls are a common and often devastating problem among older people. Fortunately research shows that many falls are preventable. The key in study after study is that identifying patients at risk is the best prevention, as many causes are treatable. In my experience a three step approach to evaluate a patient at risk usually uncovers the root cause of an individual’s mobility issues.

At our practice we recommend that every patient over the age of 65 go through our Fall Prevention Evaluation Screening.

• First is a simple 15 question survey which screens for patients at risk. • Secondly we have a portable balance plate (can be brought to the •

home) which is a 5 minute functional test to determine who is at significant risk of falling and will require further testing. Finally, we perform a comprehensive VNG test ( test of inner ear and central motor functions) in the office which can help us isolate balance problems due to inner ear and treatable with special physical therapy or if further neurologic testing is indicated.

For those interesting in learning more about safety for themselves or their loved one through fall prevention screening; Dr. Timson may be reached at 631-560-2075 or visit drtimson.com.

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6 February 1 Free Yoga Class for Seniors. Classes Thursdays in Feb, Glen Head Community Center, 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call (516) 797-7916.

p.m. at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Library. Rolie Polie Guacamole on February 21, 2018 at 2 p.m. at the Bethpage Public Library. Call 516-797-7900 or visit www.oysterbaytown.com.

February 1, 2018 Valentine’s Day Dance. Marconi Lodge Islip; 7:30-10:30 p.m. $20 per person. Buffet dinner, music by DJ Rick. Call Joe 631-669-7275.

February 12 Loving Hands Knitters. Learn to crochet a totebag. Merrick Golf Clubhouse, 2550 Clubhouse Road, Merrick; 1 to 3 p.m. Call Lillianne to RSVP at 516-246-9552.

February 8 Senior Group Meeting SAGE. Barbara Goldstein will speak about “Wise Aging”; 10:30 to Noon. Woodbury Jewish Center, Woodbury; 516496-9100 x352. Light refreshments. Fee: $5. February 8 Photography Exhibition. Photographs by Jeremy Dennis — who lives and works on the Shinnecock Indian Reservation in Southampton. Suffolk County Community College’s Flecker Gallery, until March 15, 2018. Opening reception Feb 8 from 1 to 3 p.m. Refreshments. Info, www.sunysuffolk.edu; 631-451-4093. February 10, 18 and 21 Free Children’s Shows at Local Libraries. The National Circus Project on February 10, 2018 at 2:30 p.m. at the Locust Valley Library. The Jester Jim Show on February 18, 2018 at 3

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February 15 Dahlias 101. Beginner’s class. East Islip Public Library, East Islip. Refreshments. Free. For more information contact www.LongIslandDahlia.org. 516-578-7699. February 22 Misunderstanding Medicaid? Confusion about the new tax law? Join the Law Offices of David R. Okrent for our next free dinner seminar at the Atria in Bay Shore. 6 p.m. Reservations required. 631-427-4600. February 23 Black History Month - Gospel Music. Deacon Leon Jamison of the Evergreen Missionary Baptist Church; 8:30 p.m. at Cinema Arts Centre, Huntington. $11 Members, $16 Public. Info at 631-423-7610 or www.CinemaArtsCentre.org.

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anty amount has been raised to $679,650 for veterans in the Bronx, Dutchess, Kings, Nassau, New York, Orange, Putnam,. Queens, Richmond, Rockland, Suffolk and Westchester counties. These limits apply to all loans closed January 1, 2018 and afterwards. For a FAQ on VA home loands, go to www.military.com/money/va-loans/home-purchase/faqson-va-home-loans.html.

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Oyster Bay Recognizes WWII Vet Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino (front row right) recently joined with his colleagues on the Oyster Bay Town Board in recognizing WWII Combat Veteran Ralph Cavaliere (center) of Massapequa for his incredible legacy of military service. Ralph was a Sergeant with the United States Army Air Corps attached to two different bomb squadrons and flew as a tail-gunner on B-24’s, completing an incredible 45 missions. He also flew clandestine missions with the Office of Strategic Services (OSS), the predecessor of today’s CIA. For his exemplary service, the Town Board proclaimed January 9, 2018, Ralph Cavaliere Day in the Town of Oyster Bay and presented him with a distinguished service medal. On hand (left to right) were Town Councilman Anthony D. Macagnone, Town Receiver of Taxes James J. Stefanich, Town Councilman Louis B. Imbroto, Town Councilman Thomas P. Hand, Ralph Cavaliere, Town Councilman Joseph D. Muscarella, Town Councilwoman Rebecca M. Alesia, Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino, Town

Clerk James Altadonna, Jr., and Town Councilwoman Michele M. Johnson. VA Home Loan Guarantee Limit Adjusted for NYers The VA loan guaranty program does not impose a maximum amount that an eligible veteran may borrow using a VA loan but limits the maximum guaranty amount to $453,100 for 2018. However, if you live in one of the following counties listed below, the VA's maximum guar-

Marine Gunny Gets Medal of Honor Nod for Battle of Hue Actions With backing from Defense Secretary Jim Mattis, paperwork to upgrade the Navy Cross awarded to then-Marine Gunnery Sgt. John Canley to the Medal of Honor for his actions in the Battle of Hue City in 1968 was forwarded to President Donald Trump January 12, 2018. All that is needed now (along with a waiver of the five-year time limit) is Trump's signature to give the nation's highest award for valor to the 80-year-old Canley, of Oxnard, California, who retired as a sergeant major and is reportedly battling cancer, Brownley said. In his account published last year — Hue 1968: A Turning Point of the American War in Vietnam (an excellent look at the battle — Ed.), Mark Bowden, author of Black Hawk Down about the Battle of Mogadishu (also excellent. — Ed.), cited Canley's actions in the house-to-house fighting more than 30 times. 50+

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Is Rock N’ Roll dead or Just Gotten Old?

t might seem that the recorded music business has evaporated for everyone not named Adele. Top 40 radio, which has always been for teenagers, is mostly devoted to post-rock pop and hip-hop. In 2018, classic rock is no longer teenage music. Classic Rock is now where jazz was in the early 1980s. The Gold Age of Rock n’ Roll 1954 -1974 may seem like yesterday to some but Rock’s core audience was born in the 1950s and ’60s. However, even though it’s been sixty years since Elvis appeared on “The Ed Sullivan Show,” and rock may not be #1 on teen charts, rock concerts are raking in more money than ever. At the Desert Trip festival in Indio, Calif., last year about 150,000 tickets were sold for two weekends of shows featuring six legends of 1960s rock — Bob Dylan, the Rolling Stones, Neil Young, Paul McCartney, the Who and Roger Waters — in one place. On the local scene for 30 years Friend Entertainment USA has been producing great musical

concerts with a twist. Their concerts not only feature great music but have helped hundreds of charities with their fundraising efforts. Norman Wasserman who owns FEU describes what he calls a winning formula: The best of tribute bands and oldies acts in the USA with wide spread appeal to audiences of all ages in venues to assist charities and not-forprofit organizations in their efforts to create financially rewarding experiences while at the same time branding and marketing them to achieve great public awareness and good will in the community.” Norman also says “The people who attend these events expect to be entertained but more than that I find that most people want to do right by others and are giving by nature. By coming to these shows they not only get a great evening of music they know and love but they have also provided support to people in need”. I’m in the business of bringing people together helping all types of organizations reach their financial and marketing goals.”

Friend Entertainment USA is owned and operated by Norman Wasserman who has been in the concert production and promotion business for 30+ years and is based out of Long Island, New York. FEU produces CONCERTS for NOT-FOR-PROFIT organizations locally and around the country. FEU assists these charities in reaching their financial goals while at the same time helping them MARKET and BRAND their specific organization to the surrounding communities and on the internet to help to create AWARENESS!! Please check FEU out at www.friendentusa.com to see what they can do to help your charity or organization and check out their new video promo http://youtu.be/7n-yNmY1EYk. After viewing their site, give them a call to get more information or to set up a meeting at [toll free] 844-698-9696 or email Norman at norman@friendentertainmentusa.com and let Friend Entertainment create a custom branded concert for you organization and make an ordinary fundraiser ore corporate event into a highly entertaining marketing success anywhere in the country.

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Senate Aging Committee Leaders Warn of Widespread Flu Activity; Older Americans At High Risk of Complications

.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Bob Casey (D-PA), the Chairman and Ranking Member of the Senate Aging Committee, are warning older Americans about this very active flu season. During a telephone briefing today, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) said in the first week of January 2018, every state in the continental United States was listed as having “widespread” influenza activity… that’s the first time this has occurred in 13 years. In addition, the CDC reports that currently the highest rates of influenza hospitalizations are for those aged 65 and above. “Older adults have the greatest risk for hospitalization due to influenza,” said Senator Collins. “In this abnormally active flu season I urge older Americans to practice good health habits and to seek medical attention if displaying any flu-like symptoms.” “This flu season, so far, there have been more than 11,500 cases of the flu reported in Pennsylvania and thousands more across the country. People aged 65 and older are at a greater risk of serious complications from the flu, including hospitalizations and death,” said Senator Casey. “The best way to prevent the flu is to get vaccinated. I am urging older adults to talk to their health care provider and get their annual flu vaccine. If you develop flu-like symptoms you should seek medical attention immediately, as you may be able to receive treatment to reduce your symptoms and shorten your illness.” According to the CDC, people 65 years or older, along with young children, pregnant women, and individuals with specific chronic conditions,

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are at the greatest risk of serious flu complications. It is estimated in recent years that between 71 and 85 percent of seasonal flu-related deaths occurred in the age 65 years plus population. The CDC provides important steps and recommendations to follow this flu season: •Practice good health habits like covering your mouth when you cough, frequently washing your hands, and avoiding people who are sick. • Get your flu shot if you have not. The flu vaccine is still the best tool to avoid getting sick from the flu. Flu viruses are still circulating. • Seek medical advice upon detecting flu-like symptoms. Those at greater risk for serious flu complications, like older Americans, should seek medical attention within the first two days of illness. •Call your pharmacy ahead of time. Some areas of the country with high influenza activity are reporting spot shortages of antiviral drugs. Patients may want to call their pharmacy before they go to make sure the product is on the shelf. If the pharmacy is experiencing a shortage of antiviral drugs, they may be able to identify another nearby pharmacy where patients can find antiviral drugs. To learn more steps you can take, visit the CDC’s website at www.cdc.gov/flu/about/disease/65over.htm. 50+

A Crisis Is Brewing for Family Caregivers Caused by the Shortage Of Certiﬁed Geriatric Doctors!

geriatric physician, is a medical doctor that is board certified, usually in either family medicine or internal medicine, and have received additional training and certification in the treatment of older adult: such as pain, falls, memory loss, incontinence (involuntary loss of urine), and medication side effects. Another important aspect of geriatric medicine is evaluating an elderly patient's ability to care for him- or herself (e.g., prepare and eat meals, bathe, dress etc) Primary care physicians may provide medical care for elderly patients who do not have serious health concerns. However, when an older adult experiences physical, mental, or emotional illnesses or disabilities that lead to a dependence on assistance from others, or when his or her condition causes stress on caregivers a geriatric physician should be consulted. Unfortunately there is just not enough certified geriatricians for New York family caregivers to consult easily with to receive information

based on an accurate 360 view of their senior loved ones medical records! The situation results from the fact that Americans are living longer and accumulating more diseases and disabilities, coupled with scarcity of certified and experienced geriatricians available and the inability of the medical community to attract anywhere near the number of certified physicians the patient population requires. Simply put few medical students are choosing geriatrics as a specialty. A career focused on caring for older adults is unattractive to physicians carrying large medical school debts and where financial reimbursements are mainly through Medicare and Medicaid. Currently there are about 7,500 certified geriatric physicians in the U.S. 17,000 are need to care for some 12 million older Americans today alone! By 2030 approximately 30,000 geriatricians will be needed. Thanks to the experience and the innovative talent of one of New York’s leading and most experienced geriatric physician, Dr. Nathanael De-

sire DO, CMD founder and director of Geriatric Physician Consultants through the use of a state of the art combination of a virtual platform and telemedicine families can now receive the compassionate and knowledgeable support that they and their senor loved one requires quickly, conveniently, and best of all at a low cost affordable for any family budget. Families who have questions about the loved one medical treatment can call (800) 285 – 2133 and schedule a FREE 20 minute – No obligation consult to discuss the program and the medical questions concerning their senior love one(s).

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Is Bariatric Surgery Right For Me? By Long Island Laparoscopic Doctorssm

as sustained weight loss that has eluded you? Have you wondered if bariatric surgery can help you achieve the results you desire? Then now is the time to call Long Island Laparoscopic Doctors, Long Island’s premier surgical and non surgical weight loss practice.

Drs. Atwa, Thompson and Leung will provide you the information you need to decide whether you are ready to take this life-changing step. They can help you determine which weight loss surgery procedure is best for you. We offer a free insurance check to see if you qualify. And if surgical weight isn’t the best solution for you, we specialize in non-surgical medical weight loss programs such as the Obalon and Orbera Gastric Balloon, medical weight loss and nutritional programs. At LILD, our emphasis has been on offering treatments that are safe, virtually pain free and scarless. Our patients experience a fast recovery and many are back to work in days. • Imagine being able eat smaller portions and not feel hunger. • Image the “fire” that drives you to eat and snack you way through the day it put out! • Image losing your excess weight without heavy exercise. • Imagine freeing yourself from many of the obesity related health conditions like Type 2 diabetes, Acid Reflux, Sleep Apnea and high blood pressure.

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If you have significant weight to lose and better health to gain call us! Our program is comprehensive and you will receive support before and after your procedure by our team of doctors, nutritionists and counselors. Call today and register for our next inperson seminar offered twice a month locally or visit our website to learn all about us and what we do. See patient successes just like you. Dr. Atwa is a skilled surgeon known for his caring and compassionate bedside manner. He is board certified and currently is Chief & Director of Department of Surgery at Mather and St. Charles Hospitals, Port Jefferson. For further info call (631)- 228-8277, visit us on the web at www.journeytothenewyou.com or download our free mobile app by searching major app stores for LILD or Long Island Laparoscopic Doctorssm.

Finding the Perfect Gym

or health and fitness success in the new year, the experts at Fitness Premier 24/7 Clubs recommend the following eight steps to find the perfect gym: 1.Location: When looking for a gym membership, make sure to always go close to home. A gym should be in a location that makes it convenient and not a hassle because it happens to be a 20-minute drive just to get there. If the location of the gym is close to home, it's harder to make excuses not to go. 2. Amenities: Take advantage of the amenities the gym has, such as the locker rooms with showers and 24/7 access. Keep a gym bag packed and ready to go at all times including: headphones, gym clothes, shoes, towel, snack, deodorant, shaker cup, and supplements. Keeping a gym bag ready helps to not only be prepared to take on a challenging workout regularly, but also to take advantage of the club amenities postworkout. 3. Fitness Assessment: 95 percent of people who go into a gym without a plan will fail. All

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gym goers, whether they have been going to a gym for years or are going for the first time, should remember it's always important to assess personal health and fitness levels. A sit-down with a personal trainer is the perfect place to get an awareness for one's physical health, discuss health risks based on personal habits, begin to establish attainable goals, and increase confidence in any fitness environment. With the empowerment of a personalized fitness assessment, confidence about coming into the gym, having a plan and someone to go to with questions, increases exponentially - increasing success exponentially. 4. Get a coach: Everyone needs a coach. A coach acts as a guide, a motivator, and a mentor for both new and seasoned gym-goers. They can help new fitness members maximize their gym time and steadily reach their goals. They can help seasoned gym-goers rework their standard routines and set new fitness goals. 5. Take a class: or two or threeâ&#x20AC;Ś Working out with a group of people has been proven to keep people both more motivated and comfortable, as well as ensure a fun workout. The best part is those who take classes make more friends and can keep each other accountable to keep coming back to the gym. 6. Bring a buddy: If a class doesn't work in the schedule, grab a friend and go push through

Cover Story - Modern Tips for a Mature Dater a workout together! Having a gym buddy helps both people workout harder, have more fun, and maybe even get a friendly competition going. Friends keep each other going on those days where one of them really feels like just laying in bed watching Netflix with their favorite ice cream. 7. Nutrition: Getting into the gym for an hour is the easy part compared to the other 23 hours of the day. While hitting the gym can be a great boost to health and body image, it does little to nothing without a good diet and proper nutrition. Eating right can make all the difference in a fitness journey. 8. Keep it up: To get the most out of a membership - use it! A good way to get the most out of it is by staying consistent in how many days a week one goes to the gym. Stick to a plan, get that coach, take those classes, stay on top of nutrition - and achieve success! - Courtesy of Fitness Premier 24/7 Clubs. 50+

pause and then you tell a story. You don't have to count syllables, but keeping things in proportion works wonders. Rule 2. Don’t pay the same tacky compliment everyone else has. Take the two most typically attractive things about your date and forget them — immediately. Why? You need to look past those features to get to the real person. Rule 3. Tell three things you really like about your date. Mix it up, though. One of the three things should refer to the way she/he thinks. One quality you mention should relate to personality. This can be anything from a taste in music to your date’s twisted sense of humor. Everyone likes to be thought of as attractive, so there's nothing wrong with telling her or him in some way that they are. But don’t be crass. And be sure to wait until things are winding down to tell her what you like about her. If you note

her positives as they occur to you, you’ll interrupt the flow of the conversation. What’s more, mentioning them later will demonstrate how well you listen to her. Rule 4. Come prepared with four good questions. The idea is to show your date you are curious about them as a person. One question should indicate that you did some advance research. Look at your date’s past few Facebook posts or Match.com profile. Then ask about things like their job. Don't get carried away, though. It should not come across like you did hours of Google searches on her. That’s just creepy. You’ll also want one joke question. I mean, it's not a job interview. Lighten things up. You can even have a little fun at your own expense with a question like, "So, if you were Mr. Whipple from the Charmin commercials, who would be your love interest? Rosie from the Bounty ads or Madge from the Palmolive commercials?"

Rule 5. Come prepared with five stories. You should have five good, snappy stories about yourself ready to go. One may be about how single-malt scotch saved your life when you were out with your friends as Hurricane Isabel put a 70foot tree through your house. The tales should be fun and engaging and at least pretty close to the truth. They should not include exes, lewd conduct or public drunkenness. You want your date to feel like they just experienced a cool four-minute movie. Don't try to tell all five stories in one night. Remember to let your date talk, too. Because above all else, it's all about rule No. 1: responding proportionally. So these are my rules for a successful first date. They’ve generally worked well for me, with one notable exception. One time I told a woman on our first date that I’d come up with these rules but that, this time, I’d thrown them out the window — she was just too amazing. That woman is now my wife. 50+

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Simple Batch Mixed Drinks for the Super Bowl

ootball fans rejoice! It’s Super Bowl time again, which means New England Patriot fans and Philadelphia Eagle fans come together — yeah, right! — to cheer on their favorite players, hold “friendly” debates over whose team is best, and, of course, epic tailgating parties. For those hosting a viewing party for the Super Bowl, serving crowd-pleasing drinks for a large group can be a challenge — especially when looking beyond the usual 12-pack. It’s the perfect time to consider these spirits as an easy alternative to traditional game day libations to add a little flavor and fun to your football fare. Furthermore, batch recipes take the hassle out of making individual drinks. To help, the experts at New Amsterdam Vodka developed these batch mixed drink recipes to celebrate the football season and pair with any game day food essential. Whether it’s a brat, burger or wings, a refreshing and simple vodka drink can be a great complement to your favorite pregame snack and serving these batch style can score points with adults at your party, even those cheering for the opposing team. 50+

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Amsterdam Collins Makes: 1 batch serving for 20 people 33 oz./1L bottle New Amsterdam Vodka 80-Proof 10 oz. Triple Sec 89 oz./(1) 2.63L bottle Lemonade 24 oz./2 cans either Club Soda or Lemon Lime Soda That DAM 50/50 Makes: 1 batch serving for 20 people 33 oz./1L bottle New Amsterdam Vodka 80-Proof 66 oz./2L Apple Cider 66 oz./2L (approx. 6 cans) Ginger Beer DAM Shandy Makes: 1 batch serving for 20 people 33 oz./1L bottle New Amsterdam Vodka 80-Proof 66 oz./2L Lemonade 66 oz./2L (approx. 6 bottles or cans) Pilsner Beer of Choice Mix together and serve these batch drinks in a large pitcher or punch bowl, with ice on the side. Simplicity is key when it comes to making terrific batch vodka drinks.Whether you use the exact ingredients or want to improvise, here’s a simple rule of thumb: Start with 80-proof vodka, add a citrus or fruit juice and finish with a carbonated beverage. With these batch vodka recipes, you’ll conquer the tailgate and can guarantee at least one victory for the day—even if your team doesn’t score. For further info and other great drink recipes, visit www.NewAmsterdamSpirits.com/drinks. — NAPS

Overcoming Isolation and Loneliness

f you’ve ever felt lonely, you’re not alone. Researchers at the University of Chicago found that nearly half of older adults in America experience some degree of loneliness. The University of Chicago study is part of Connect2Affect, a collaborative effort spearheaded by A ARP Foundation to learn more about isolation and loneliness in older adults and to work toward practical solutions to reconnect older adults to their communities. One thing the study highlighted that may seem surprising to is that loneliness and isolation are not the same. Loneliness and Isolation Loneliness or subjective isolation denotes how people perceive their experience and whether they feel isolated. Objective isolation involves quantifiable measurements, such as the size of the person’s social network (and the frequency of engagement with it), availability of transportation, and ability to access resources and information. The Problem Together, loneliness and isolation create a growing health epidemic. The health risks of prolonged isolation—in its broadest sense, including both objective isolation and loneliness—are equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. More than 8 million adults age 50 and older are affectedit.

• Revisit an old hobby and connect with others who share interests. • Volunteer to deepen your sense of purpose and help others. • Visit a senior or community center to find a wide range of activities and opportunities to meet people. • Check out faith-based organizations. Many offer outreach to help isolated community members. • Don’t let being a nondriver keep you from staying active. Find out about your transportation options. Many communities have free or low-cost services, and ride-hailing apps are an affordable option for many. • Get involved in a cause. Learn More For further advice about isolation, check out the Connect2Affect website at connect2affect.org/. The website includes a searchable directory of local resources to help people connect with their communities and a fast, easy self-assessment test to identify isolation risk. For information about A ARP Foundation, visit www.aarpfoundation.org. — NAPS 50+

Why Isolation Happens Often, there are multiple causes, including poor physical and mental health, poorly designed communities, and major life events such as loss and retirement. Socioeconomic status stands out as a differentiator between nonlonely and lonely individuals. Lonely older adults are significantly more likely to have an annual household income of less than $25,000 and assets less than $10,000, and are more likely overall to be in the lowest income group. Marital status is another strong indicator of loneliness. Both married and unmarried older adults can be lonely—but the lonely are less likely to be married and more likely to be divorced, separated or widowed. Fourteen percent of married older adults and 30 percent of unmarried older adults fall into the lonely group. While married women are at a higher risk of loneliness than married men, unmarried women are at a lower risk of loneliness than unmarried men. In both cases, those with more support and less strain in their marital relationship are at lower risk of loneliness. Some Answers Fortunately, isolation can be overcome. Here are 12 ideas to try: • Nurture and strengthen existing relationships. Ask people over for coffee, or invite them to join you for a trip to a museum or a movie. • Schedule a time each day to call a friend or visit someone. • Meet your neighbors—young or old. • Use social media such as Facebook to stay in touch with long-distance friends, or write an old-fashioned letter. • Stay physically active and include group exercise as a fun way to socialize while staying healthy. • Take a class to learn something new and expand your circle of friends. 50+ LifeStyles February 2018 • www.50PlusNY.com

Over 50? You’ll Want to Read This on Tax Reform By Michael Martin

resident Trump has signed off on one of the most sweeping rewrites of the nation’s tax laws in history. Now is the time to really understand what is in the new law, and what it may mean for you. Here are some key things to consider. Health Care The tax law repeals the individual health insurance mandate, starting in 2019. This means that people who don’t buy health insurance will not have to pay a fine. However, the bill could significantly increase premiums for middle-aged people who are not yet eligible for Medicare and buy insurance on the ACA’s exchanges. These premiums could increase by 10 percent, and 13 million fewer Americans could have coverage, according to the Congressional Budget Office. Alternative Minimum Tax The tax bill keeps the Alternative Minimum Tax for individuals but repeals it for corporations. For individuals, both the exemption

amount and the exemption amount phase-out thresholds would be increased. Between the tax years of January 1, 2018, to Dec 31, 2026, the law increases the AMT exemption to $109,400 for married filing a joint return (half for married filing a separate return) and $70,300 for all others (other than estates and trusts). The phase-out thresholds would be increased to $1 million for married taxpayers filing a joint return and $500,000 for all other taxpayers (other than estates and trusts), and are indexed for inflation. Deduction for State and Local Taxes (SALT) Starting in 2018, you can deduct any combination of state and local income or sales taxes or property taxes, up to the $10,000 cap. Medical Deductions The deduction for medical expenses remains. For 2017 and 2018, the threshold drops to 7.5 percent of AGI. In 2019, the 10% threshold returns (unless Congress changes the rules again).

Federal Estate Tax Exemption The new law nearly doubles the federal estate tax exemption to $11 million per person ($22 million per couple). This amount will rise each year to keep up with inflation. This will expire at the end of 2025. Conclusion Now is not the time to second guess how the tax laws will affect you. Consult with a tax and financial professional to understand how changes to the tax code may impact you and what, if any, tax and financial planning steps you will want to take in 2018. 50+ Michael Martin is a Principal and CRPC® with Marius Wealth Management, LLC, a Registered Investment Adviser in New York. This information is not intended as authoritative guidance or tax or legal advice. Got questions or would like a confidential consultation? Contact Mike atmmartin@mariuswealth.com, or visit www.mariuswealth.com.

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Not Your Everday Party Food

t’s game day, which means your party needs food and needs it fast. Use recipes that can pump up the crowd this season and make every game a win. These quick recipes for an Olive Bar Flatbread and a Mediterranean Nacho Bar can leave the fans in your home screaming for more. Your fans will almost assuredly be dipping, diving and running

MEDITERRANEAN NACHO BAR Sabra Hummus Diced tomatoes Chopped green onions Chopped zucchini (1/4-inch chunks) Chopped Greek olives Chopped pepperoncinis Shredded lettuce Crumbled feta cheese Grilled chicken Pita chips Assemble hummus, tomatoes, green onions, zucchini, olives, pepperoncinis, lettuce, cheese and chicken in buffet format. Serve with pita chips.

for these simple snacks created with fresh ingredients like Sabra Hummus, which is available in more than a dozen flavors in the deli section of your grocery store. Spread it on fluffy flatbread with your favorite veggies to create a snack that fans can go crazy over, or set it out buffet-style for everyone to munch on at halftime. More recipes at sabra.com. 50+

OLIVE BAR FLATBREAD Prep time: 15 minutes. Servings: 2 3 tablespoons Sabra Roasted Red Pepper Hummus 1 flatbread 1/2 cup desired vegetables, chopped (olives, roasted peppers, peppadew or artichokes) 3 miniature mozzarella balls, sliced 2 cups arugula 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon olive oil ½ teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper Heat oven to 400 F. Place hummus on flatbread. Top with desired vegetables and mozzarella. Bake on lower rack 10-12 minutes, or until crispy and browned. Toss arugula with lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper. Place on flatbread and serve. — Family Features

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SOCIAL SECURITY COLUMN

Social Security Celebrates Black History Month By John Biundo; Social Security Assistant District Manager in Patchogue

n February, we honor African Americans by celebrating Black History Month. Created in 1926, this event coincides with Abraham Lincoln’s and Frederick Douglass’s birthdays. African American communities have celebrated these birthdays together for over 90 years. Honoring our shared history is one way we can remember that we believe in freedom and democracy for all. Another shared belief is that we all deserve a comfortable retirement, free of economic hardship.

Social Security has the tools to help you plan for your retirement and to apply for benefits online. We also pay disability benefits to individuals with medical conditions that prevent them from working for more than 12 months or that result in death. If the disabled individual has dependent family members, they may also be eligible to receive payments. We pay disability through two programs: the Social Security Disability Insurance program, for people who have worked and paid Social Security taxes long enough to be eligible, and the Supplemental Security Income program, which pays benefits based on financial need. Widows, widowers, and their dependent children may be eligible for Social Security survivor’s benefits. Social Security helps by providing income for the families of workers who die. In fact, 98 of every 100 children could get benefits if a working parent dies. And Social Security pays more benefits to children than any other federal program. You can learn more about retirement, survivors, and disability benefits, at www.socialsecurity.gov/benefits. Social Security is with you throughout life’s journey, helping secure today and tomorrow for you and your family. You can visit us today at www.socialsecurity.gov/people/africanamericans. 50+

SpongeBob Squarepants The Broadway Musical

By Gary P. Joyce

o, it’s spring break or whatever they call it nowadays, and the kids and grandkids are off from school. What to do, what to do? Well, if you want to surprise the kids — and yourself — with a Broadway show, I can highly recommend SpongeBob Squarepants, The Broadway Musical playing at the Palace Theatre (1564 Broadway in Manhattan). Yes, I said SpongeBob. I’m not a musical theatre-goer by any stretch, but I do find myself — for a variety of reasons — at this form of entertainment, and such was the case with SpongeBob. It was grandma’s Christmas present for our 11-year old grandson, and no matter how I tried to slough the gift off to other family members, I ended up heading into Manhattan on a brutally cold December 27.

Now, if you don’t know who SpongeBob and his buddies are, here’s a quick summary. The main characters are SpongeBob a boy-sponge and resident of Bikini Bottom. His best friend is a starfish named Patrick, his pet a whelk named Gary, his co-worker Squidward Q. Tentacles (a squid), and his visiting from above the water pal Sandy Cheeks, a Texas-born squirrel. You don’t want to know anymore, right? The plot — such as it is — is that Bikini Bottom is threatened with destruction by an undersea volcano and it falls to SpongeBob and his crew to save the day. Simple. Here’s where things get interesting. Unlike Disney’s costumed Broadway epics — which are all quite well done — there is no elaborate costuming in SpongeBob. That said there is also no question about who is whom. The staging and costuming — I was particularly fascinated by Squidward’s extra set of appendages — leave no doubt about the characters nonetheless. Much of the cast, save Squidward (played to a tee by Gavin Lee), are relative newcomers or neophytes to the theatre, and one has to wonder why. The lead character is played with great energy, and spot-on characterization by Ethan Slater. Sandy (Lilli Cooper) has Broadway chops, but

Patrick (Danny Skinner, who is a reincarnation of John Candy) is new to Great White Way, as is most of the cast of the ensemble (including some professional skateboarders!). Bad guy Sheldon Plankton (Wesley Taylor) has some Broadway credentials, while Brian Ray Morris, who does an admirable job as Mr. Eugene Krab, proprietor of the Krusty Krab restaurant, makes his Broadway debut. While all of the cast have the far-more-than-adequate pipes for musical work, Jai’Len Christine Li Josey, an 18-year-old from Atlanta, making her Broadway debut playing Mr. Krab’s daughter (a sperm whale!), Pearl, is especially promising. The music is written by the likes of names familiar to even my musically uneducated palate: David Bowie, Brian Eno, Cyndi Lauper, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry (Aerosmith), Lady Antebellum and many more. All originals tunes, fear not. This is a rollicking non-stop show that kept people of all ages engaged and entertained throughout. I’m a big fan of naps during Broadway musicals — I’ve caught my wife’s elbow in the ribs on several occasions — but nary a nod came over me at SpongeBob. More impressive was that nary an undue sound came from any of the kids at the matinee. They were as enthralled and enchanted with Bikini Bottom as we parents and grandparents. SpongeBob Squarepants is a fast-paced, exceptionally well-performed, thoroughly enjoyable Broadway experience, that I highly recommend to anyone with children and to anyone who would like to get some of that child-like naivete we all had long ago back, if only for an hour or two. 50+

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Age of Elegance By Joan Allen

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Suﬀolk County Announces Nominations Open For Senior Citizen Of The Year

uffolk County Executive Steve Bellone announced that the county is now accepting nominations for the 2018 Senior Citizen of the Year Award. This award recognizes a senior citizen who has contributed to their community and demonstrated leadership either as an advocate, role model, or volunteer. Nominations for the award are due no later than February 21, 2018. “Each year we pay a special recognition to those individuals who go above and beyond to make a difference for their neighbors in their community,” said County Executive Bellone. “I encourage residents to take a moment and nominate an outstanding person for a chance to join this exclusive group of honorees." Employees of federal, state, county or local municipalities engaged in providing services to senior citizens and previous award recipients are not eligible. Candidates must be 60 years of age or older and a resident of Suffolk County to qualify. Nominations should be mailed, e-mailed or faxed to: Suffolk County Office for the Aging, PO Box 6100, Hauppauge, New York 11788-0099; Fax: 631-853-8225; aging.office@suffolkcountyny.gov The award will be presented at the Senior Celebration Luncheon sponsored by the Suffolk County Office for the Aging and Suffolk County Senior Citizen Advisory Board on Thursday, May 17, 2018, at Villa Lombardi’s in Holbrook. A copy of the nomination form can be found at www.suffolkcountyny.gov/aging. For more information, please call 631-853-8200. 50+ 50+ LifeStyles February 2018 • www.50PlusNY.com

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