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Speaking up for selective mutism locally Erica and Joe Pormigiano, Jessica’s father, help out at events and with projects for “Just because you can’t Rescuing Families — a nonprofspeak doesn’t mean you don’t it organization based in Frankhave a voice,” Jessica Pormi- lin Square — and thought it giano, a 19-year-old with selec- would be a good way for Jessica tive mutism wrote. She commu- to get involved in the communinicates using a white board, ty. Gina Centauro, founder of because her condiRescuing Families, tion prevents her came up with the from speaking in name “Silent social settings. Stitches” for JessiSelective mutism ca’s potholders. is an anxiety disorIf people have der in which a perquestions about the son is unable to products she’s sellspeak in situations ing, either of Jessisuch as at school, in ca’s parents will sit public or at work. with her, and act as Most cases are idenher verbal compantified at a young ion. age, usually “T hey usually between 3 and 8 f i n d t h e m ve r y years old, according good — they like t o t h e S e l e c t ive the colors,” Joe Mutism, Anxiety, said of customers and Related Disor- JEssICA wh o b row s e t h e d e r s T r e a t m e n t PoRMIGIANo selection of potCenter. holders at Jessica’s Silent Stitches T h i s s u m m e r, table. Jessica started In addition to hand-crocheting potholders. having one of her parents with Her mother, Erica Pormigiano, her, Jessica has flyers explainsuggested that she sell them at ing her anxiety disorder to local events such as local non- explain why she doesn’t speak profit Rescuing Families’ com- to customers. Her mother says munity marketplaces.

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lighting up for the holidays Neighbors gathered around at the Lidl shopping center to celebrate the first tree lighting celebration of the 2023 holiday season on Nov. 25. Story, additional photos, Page 3.

SAT goes digital starting in March By NIColE WAGNER nwagner@liherald.com

There’s no longer a need for a No. 2 pencil and filling in ovals when taking the SAT as the optional test used to measure a student’s reading, writing and math comprehension when applying to college moves to a fully-digital format in March 2024. The decision to switch to administer the test digitally was made based on trends in education, where students learn using technology more frequently, according to College Board. The exam will still be administered in proctored test centers.

Students will be able to use personal or school-issued devices to take the test. For weekend SAT administrations moving forward, H. Frank Carey testing coordinator and school counselor Rachel Tufano said that Sewanhaka school district students will use school-issued devices to take the exam. Students outside of the district will use their own devices and students who can’t provide a device because of financial concerns, can contact the College Board to provide a device. Students are expected to have the Bluebook, the exam application, downloaded beforehand and have their device charged, ready to take the Continued on page 7

he community seems understanding about my issue, and a lot of people like the quality of the project.

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UBS passes out Thanksgiving meals to families in need UBS Arena and the Islanders Children’s and be able to help the community members Foundation helped pass out 200 meals to fami- that are surrounding our arena here,” Rina lies in need in the Elmont community and said. For the families in the community to have surrounding communities on Nov. 20. Nonprofit agencies Island Harvest, Long the opportunity to share a meal around the Island Cares, Family and Children’s Associa- dinner table at Thanksgiving, is what the holition, Rock and Wrap it Up and others helped day is really about — togetherness. “It means a lot for us to be able to give source the families and individuals in need of some help this holiday for the food drive. UBS back,” Rina said. Around 20 volunteers helped pass out and staff and the Islanders Children’s Foundation helped pass the meals out to those who signed organize the meals for distribution at UBS Arena on Nov. 20. For more information on up. The meals provided gave families a meal events and initiatives hosted by the Islanders that could feed six to eight people which community relations, visit NHL.com/Islandincluded a turkey, sides and desserts. People ers/Community. — Nicole Wagner came from different areas, such as Queens and the Five Towns, to grab a meal for the holiday. Gwynn Campbell, board president of the Five Towns Community Center, stopped by to grab two turkey dinners for seniors in her area. Ann Rina, executive director of community relations for the Islanders, was happy the organizations were able to give back to the communities in the area. “There is no time that is as important as the Thanksgiving time to give thanks for what we Families were able to grab a Thanksgiving meal from UBS Arena have as an organization during the food drive on Nov. 20.

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Carder Williams, 8, and his family from Queens grabbed a meal for the holiday from UBS Arena and the Islanders Children’s Foundation on Nov. 20. He posed with Sparky as the family waited to grab their Thanksgiving dinner.

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Community gathers for the first tree lighting of 2023

Arabella Ciaccio, 6, and Vincenza Ciaccio met Olaf during the tree lighting on Nov. 25 in Franklin Square.

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Neighbors from around the Franklin Square community gathered last Saturday for the first tree lighting of the 2023 holiday season. The Morton Civic Association, led by vice presidents Domenico Ciaccio and Joe Romeo, put together the event to kick off the December festivities a bit early. Though this was the fifth year that the Morton Civic Association held a tree lighting ceremony, Ciaccio said it is the first year the organization has held it with a permanent tree. In past years, the organization has lit a fake tree for the festivity and brought it home after, but this year it was different. When the Town of Hempstead repaved the Lidl shopping center in Franklin Square on Dogwood Avenue, Ciaccio said it left a space for a tree to be planted. With the help of Pine Oaks Landscape Design and Maintenance, which donated the tree, the civic was able to install a permanent tree for the neighborhood. “The community is going to grow with this tree,” Ciaccio said. The festivities included performances by professional carolers, the Garden City Glee Club and more. The Franklin Square and Munson Fire Department escorted Santa to meet his friends in Franklin Square, and the Morton Civic Association gave out pretzels during the event. For anyone who missed the tree lighting last weekend, the Franklin Square Civic Association will host a tree lighting ceremony on Dec. 2 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Rath Park Gazebo Area on Naple Avenue in Franklin Square. The Community League of Garden City South will host a tree lighting later that day at 6 p.m. at 58 Nassau Blvd., West Hempstead. To stay up to date with local festivities this holiday season, be sure to check out The Scene on pages 12 and 13. — Nicole Wagner

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Filippo Romeo, 8, Matteo Romeo, 6, Alyssa Fratarcangeli, 8, Eva Fratarcangeli, 6, Morton Civic Association Co-vice president event committee Gracie Romeo, Co-vice president event committee Glorianna Fratarcangeli, Mike Mollish of Franklin Square Contracting and Handyman Services, Morton Civic Association co-presidents Joseph Romeo and Domenico Ciaccio enjoyed the evening of holiday fun. Michael Caiazzo, owner of Philly Pretzel Factory, gave out hot pretzels to Josephine Cervoni, Dominic Cervoni, 6, and Liliana Cervoni, 10.

Francesco Mennino Jr., 5, and his dad Francesco Mennino watched the holiday performances at the Morton Civic Association’s tree lighting event last Saturday.

Alyssa Fratarcangeli, 8, and Mia Abreu, 8, sang a Chanukah song on stage at the Lidl shopping center for community members at the first tree lighting ceremony of the holiday season.

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Elmont students learn all about pumpkins Kindergarteners at the Covert Avenue School in Elmont learned all about pumpkins in the last few weeks of October. The students used their five senses, science and math skills to examine the properties of pumpkins. They checked out the inside of a pumpkin and tested out their math skills counting seeds. Students learned about a plant’s life cycle and completed a sequence activity

to understand how a seed eventually becomes a pumpkin. To close out the educational unit on pumpkins, kindergarten classes visited the “Covert Pumpkin Patch” in the school’s courtyard. Ninety pumpkins were set out for students to pick their own pumpkin to decorate and bring home.

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Kindergarten students at Elmont’s Covert Avenue School learned all about pumpkins and tested out their five senses during lessons throughout the end of October.

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Students tested their math skills counting how many seeds were in a pumpkin at Covert Avenue School in Elmont.

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Students who take the Sat in march 2024 and beyond will do so digitally. eleventh graders in the Sewanhaka school district got a taste for the new digital test during a School day pSat on oct. 18. have.” She said the reduced time for the test, as SAT shrinks from three hours down to two hours and 14 minutes, helped students get through the exam. In past years, Tufano has seen students feel drained after sitting through the three-hour exam. “I really didn’t get that sense this

time around,” Tufano said. The school district chose not to administer the exam on the first day offered for the PSAT in October, so that administrators could learn from other school districts what worked and what didn’t during exam administration. Tufano said that College Board had sent out a message to update iPad soft-

ware to a more current operating system. On the administration day though, any student with the updated software could not take the exam on that device as it was not compatible with College Board’s software. This led the Sewanhaka school district to troubleshoot which students had the updated software and which one’s didn’t to figure out who needed a different device to take the PSAT. “We’re in the business of administering standardized tests, it’s what we do,” Agrusa said. “And this time, it really took a collaboration with our technology folks — which is not something we would typically need to do when administering a PSAT or an SAT. So, there was a tremendous amount of work that we did in our five buildings in order to be prepared.” For the SAT, Tufano said it’s a “wait and see” situation as to if there will be any similar issues during the March administration of the exam. The College Board works directly with school leaders, so school district leadership will know what device compatibility is required ahead of the test date. Results for the exam, given the new digital testing, will be expected sooner than their delivery in previous years, College Board says. With the digital SAT suite, College Board said that students can expect their results in days instead of weeks.

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that people have been very kind and understanding when they approach her table. “The community seems understanding about my issue,” Jessica wrote, “and a lot of people like the quality of the project.” At the marketplaces that she has taken part in, a majority of people aren’t aware of what selective mutism is. Erica said that it helps to bring awareness to the issue during these events or boutique sales. “I would say 90 percent of people out there have no idea about this issue,” Erica said. Jessica, a member of the H. Frank Carey High School Class of 2022, was diagnosed with selective mutism when she was just 2. Her parents had noticed that she wouldn’t speak in certain situations, even though she was chatty at home. They tried speech therapy when she was 3, but it didn’t work. Then they tried a social skills group in Franklin Square that had an instructor who was familiar with selective mutism. This gave Jessica the chance to interact with other kids her age. When she started elementary school, she joined Girl Scouts, and was comfortable talking with her friends throughout her time at Polk Street School. In junior high, her condition became

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franklin Square resident Jessica pormigiano, a 19-year-old with selective mutism, selling hand-crocheted potholders at rescuing families community marketplaces and craft boutiques throughout the year. more noticeable. “This is something sometimes you outgrow — sometimes you don’t,” her mother said. “It’s just one of those things. And there are probably a lot of adults out there that do have this.” Since she graduated from Carey,

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Jessica pormigiano, a franklin Square resident who has selective mutism, sells her handcrafted potholders at community marketplaces and boutique sales. neighbors can purchase small, medium or large potholders for $3, $5 or $8. being able to sell her potholders at community marketplaces has allowed Jessica to connect with people in a different way. “The fact I’m able to speak to people feels very rewarding, since most of my life I was seen as the ‘weird quiet kid,’” she wrote.

Erica encouraged anyone who has selective mutism, or any other social anxiety, to find an activity in the community to take part in. “Don’t be afraid to get involved with community volunteer groups,” Erica said. “Don’t be afraid of getting out there. Just take small steps.”

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Neighbors of the Elmont community trotted into the next holidays on Nov. 26 at Elmont Memorial High School.

Elmont residents Thanksgiving trot Neighbors came out to trot off last week’s holiday and gear up for the next festivities of December during a turkey trot on Nov. 26. Residents walked or jogged laps at the Elmont Memorial High School track last Sunday. The trot was a 5k fun run or walk, so everyone was able to go at their own pace. The Elmont Memorial Parent Teacher Stu-

dent Association hosted the event for the community. Parent teacher student association members paid $15 to register and non-members paid $20 to register. Prizes were given out for costumes and those who attended got donuts and hot cocoa. — Nicole Wagner

Volunteers Rose-Kella Seide, 12th grade, Kaitlyn London, 11th grade, Jomei Leitch 11th grade, Elmont Parent Teacher Student Association Vice President Renée Williams and Rotchild Riche 12th grade gave out snacks and refreshments to everyone at the turkey trot.

Deborah Prince dressed up in a tutu reminiscent of turkey feathers as she finished her fourth lap at the Elmont Memorial High School track last Sunday.

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Peppermint Mocha Chip Cookies • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened • 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate morsels, divided • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar • 3 teaspoons instant coffee • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract • 3 large eggs • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose ﬂour • 2 teaspoons baking powder • 12 soft peppermint candies, crushed Preheat oven to 375° F. Grease or line baking sheet with parchment paper. Melt butter and 1 cup chocolate morsels in medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly, until smooth. Transfer chocolate mixture into a large mixer bowl; add sugar and beat until combined. Add coffee granules, vanilla extract and peppermint extract; beat just until combined. Beat in eggs. Add ﬂour and baking powder, mixing until all is incorporated. Fold in remaining 2 cups chocolate morsels. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart, using a medium-sized cookie scoop. Sprinkle each cookie with a little of the crushed peppermint candies. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until cookies are set. Allow to cool for about 2 minutes on baking sheet, and then remove to a wire rack to cool completely. Makes 36 cookies.

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Peanut Butter Blossoms • 48 Hershey’s Kisses, unwrapped • 1/2 cup shortening • 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter • 1/3 cup granulated sugar • 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar • 1 egg • 2 tablespoons milk • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour • 1 teaspoon baking soda • 1/2 teaspoon salt • Granulated sugar Preheat oven to 375° F. Using an electric mixer, beat shortening and peanut butter together until creamy. Add 1/3 cup granulated sugar and brown sugar, beating until fluffy. Add egg, milk and vanilla; beat well. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking soda and salt; gradually beating dry ingredients into wet mixture until dough forms. Using your hands, shape dough into 1-inch balls. Roll shaped balls in granulated sugar; turning completely to coat. Place sugared balls of dough onto a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper for easy clean-up. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until cookies turn a very pale brown. Immediately remove sheet from oven and press a Hershey’s Kisses candy into the center of each cookie. Carefully remove cookies from cookie sheet to wire rack and allow to cool completely. Store airtight. Makes approximately 4 dozen cookies.

Snowballs • 1/2 cups (3 sticks) butter, softened • 3/4 cup powdered sugar • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 3 cups all-purpose flour • 1 2/3 cups (10-oz. pkg.) Nestle Holiday Morsels • 1/2 cup finely chopped nuts • Powdered sugar Preheat oven to 375° F. Beat butter, sugar, vanilla extract and salt in large mixer bowl until creamy. Gradually beat in flour; stir in morsels and nuts. Shape level tablespoons of dough into 1 1/4-inch balls. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until cookies are set and lightly browned. Remove from oven. Sift powdered sugar over hot cookies on baking sheets. Cool on baking sheets for 10 minutes; remove to wire racks to cool completely. Sprinkle with additional powdered sugar, if desired. Store in airtight container.

Parsons Dance brings its innovative performance to the Tilles Center stage. As one of the world’s premier contemporary dance companies, this talented troupe showcases a dynamic fusion of styles. Through endless creativity and self-expression, striking choreography and powerful music guided by founder and artistic director David Parsons, the dancers perform pieces from the vast and varied repertory of more than 75 works Parsons created. This program includes the dance ‘The Road,’ with music by Cat Stevens, commissioned by Tilles Center. In addition to Parsons’ work, established choreographers like Trey McIntyre and Monica Bill Barnes are invited to re-stage works from the American canon. Heralded by The New York Times as ‘one of the great movers of modern dance,’ Parsons has received many accolades throughout his 30-year career, combining his choreographic gifts and talent for training highly skilled dancers with a real passion for the art form. Friday, Dec. 1, 8 p.m. Tilles Center, LIU Post campus, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville. Tickets start at $34.50; available at TillesCenter.org, or (516) 299-3100.

FRANKLIN SQUARE/ELMONT HERALD — November 30, 2023

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November 30, 2023 — FRANKLIN SQUARE/ELMONT HERALD

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Celebrating 38 years of music making, Cherish the Ladies continues to delight audiences with its beautiful vocals, captivating arrangements and stunning step dancing. Delight in the holiday season with music that embodies the beauty of the season, Celtic style, when the supergroup performs on the Landmark stage, Sunday, dec. 10, at 7 p.m. “It is simply impossible to imagine an audience that wouldn’t enjoy what they do,” says the Boston Globe speaking of the long-running, Grammy nominated, Irish-American band formed in New York City in 1985 to celebrate the rise of extraordinary women in a male-dominated Irish music scene. The past decades have included world tours, concerts at the White House and the Olympics and numerous critically acclaimed albums including their Emmy Award-winning special, “An Irish Homecoming,” which was broadcast on PBS. Under the leadership of All-Ireland flute and whistle champion Joanie Madden, named by The Irish Voice Newspaper as one of the Top 25 most influential Irish Americans of the past quarter century, Cherish the Ladies create an evening that includes a spectacular blend of virtuoso instrumental talents, beautiful vocals, captivating arrangements and stunning step dancing. Their continued success as one of the top Celtic groups in the world is due to the ensemble’s ability to take the best of Irish traditional music and dance and put it forth in an immensely entertaining show. $47, $41, $37. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. (516) 767-6444 or LandmarkOnMainStreet.org.

Family theater It’s a beautiful sunny summer day in the meadow. Leo Lionni’s beloved children’s books come to life, in “Frederick,” on the Long Island Children’s Museum stage, Monday through Friday, dec. 1, 10:15 a.m. and noon; Saturday, dec. 2, 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Sunday, dec. 3, 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.; also Tuesday through Thursday, dec. 5-7, 10:15 a.m. and noon. Mouse friends Nellie, Sunny, Baby, Ernest, and Frederick are playing their musical instruments and having fun singing, until a leaf falls from the sky — autumn is here! Winter will be coming soon. All the mice get to work gathering supplies for winter, except, where is Frederick? He is gathering supplies, too, in his own unique way. With toe-tapping Americana music inspired by bluegrass, gospel, and folk, Frederick is an engaging, energetic story about the power of the arts, community, and that no mouse gets left behind. $10 with museum admission ($8 members), $14 theater only. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. (516) 224-5800 or LICM.org.

Celebrate the season with the Community League of Garden City South, at the sixth annual Community Christmas Tree Lighting, Saturday, dec. 2, 6 p.m. Santa will be escorted by the Franklin Square and Munson Fire Department. With entertainment from Tip Tap Toe Dance Studio and Girl Scout Troop 1045 and more. Residents can meet holiday characters and the Grinch! Refreshments are free while supplies last, and the first 100 children will receive a free gift donated by Red Mango. 58 Nassau Blvd., West Hempstead. Parking in the lot behind St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church will be available. For more information, contact clgcs1929@gmail.com.

Community League Meeting The Community League of Garden City South welcomes all residents and merchants within Franklin Square School District #17. Meetings are held at the Frank P. Curry Jr. Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #2718, first Wednesday monthly, at 7:30 p.m. 68 Lincoln Road, Franklin Square. Join for refreshments and a community chat. Free raffles are held for members only. For more information, contact clgs1929@gmail.com.

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Families can enjoy an artsfilled day at Nassau County Museum of Art, with author and illustrator Tim Miller as he reads his newest book, “Izzy Paints,” Saturday, Dec. 9, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 1-2:30 p.m. The program includes an illustration demo and an immersive artmaking activity designed to activate imaginations and creativity. Miller is the author-illustrator of “Moo Moo in a Tutu,” “What’s Cooking, Moo Moo?,” and “Tiny Kitty, Big City.” He’s also illustrated numerous other books. $20, $10 children and members. Reservations required. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9338 or NassauMuseum.org.

Ugly Sweater Bingo Party Rescuing Families hosts their fourth annual ugly sweater bingo party at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2718, in Franklin Square, Friday, Dec. 1, 7-11 p.m. Tickets are $30; advance purchase required. With food, beverages, raffle baskets, cash prizes and ugly sweater contest. 68 Lincoln Road. For tickets and information, visit RescuingFamilies.org.

A Motown Christmas

Winter FUNderland

Plaza Theatricals invites everyone to celebrate the holidays in true Motown style, Sunday, Dec. 10, 4 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon of soulful tunes, joyful dancing and nostalgic vibes at an electrifying Motown holiday party. Get ready to groove, spread the festive cheer, and make unforgettable memories. Performance is at the Elmont Library Theatre, 700 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont. $35, $30 seniors. Elmont. For tickets, visit PlazaTheatrical. com or call (516) 599-6870.

Epilepsy Foundation Long Island hosts a holiday event for children with epilepsy and their families, Saturday, Dec. 9, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. It’s open to children with epilepsy, their siblings and their parents. Pediatric neurologist Dr. Robin Varughese, with Cohen’s Children’s Medical Center, presents an educational lecture for parents. Kids can enjoy activities and meet others with epilepsy. Pizza and snacks will be served. The event is held at EPIC Long Island, 1500 Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow. Pre-registration is required. Contact Janet Romeo at (516) 739-7733, option 1, Ext. 145, or email jromeo@epicli. org.

Tree Lighting and Winter Festival Save the date for the annual Franklin Square Civic Association and Franklin Square Historical Society Winter Festival and Holiday Sale! Join the festivities, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2-5 p.m. Meet Santa, Mrs. Claus and Frosty the Snowman, with face painting and arts and crafts. Rath Park Gazebo Area, 861 Naple Ave., Franklin Square. Contact president@fsqcivic.org for more information.

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Franklin Square Board of Education meets Franklin Square Board of Education meets at the Washington Street School in Franklin Square, Wednesday, Dec. 6, at 8 p.m. 760 Washington St. For more information, contact (516) 481-4100.

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First Night and Tree Lighting Westbury House, decorated for the season, welcomes visitors to celebrate the season, Saturday, Dec. 2, 6:30-9 p.m. Take a self-guided tour through the illuminated and decorated period rooms with their enchanting floral decorations, have cookies and cider on the West Porch, and meet and take pictures with Santa. A Christmas-themed concert performed by the Bethel Concert Choir, at 7:30 p.m., is followed by an outdoor tree-lighting ceremony. Limited ticket availability; advance purchase required. $25, $18 ages 7-17. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. For information contact (516) 333-0048 or visit OldWestburyGardens.org.

On exhibit Nassau County Museum of Art’s latest exhibition, “Our Gilded Age,” examines the appearances and the realities of an era that mirrors our own in many ways. Like the nation’s economy, American art and literature flourished during the Gilded Age. It was an exuberant age of excess with its own secret flaws, including widespread fraud. The art of John Singer Sargent, Childe Hassam, Louis Comfort Tiffany and others adorned palatial residences designed by Stanford White and Ogden Codman Jr., architect of the museum’s own quintessential Gilded Age mansion. Drawing heavily upon the local literary history of Long Island, including William Cullen Bryant, Mark Twain (who named the Gilded Age), Walt Whitman, Edith Wharton and others, the exhibition will include paintings, fashion, decorative arts including period silver and china, photographs, manuscripts, first editions and other historic memorabilia. The “Upstairs, Downstairs” approach to the life of a country house brings to life not only the storied conspicuous consumption for which the Gilded Age was infamous, but also the real lives of these many individuals who maintained the palatial estates where that lifestyle was enjoyed. On view through March 10. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.

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November 30, 2023 — FRANKLIN SQUARE/ELMONT HERALD

Car thieves use antenna relay to steal cars in Elmont, Franklin Square Five cars were stolen from homes in Franklin Square and Elmont during the early morning hours of Nov. 7 and Nov. 8 using antenna relay. Cars were stolen from homes in Franklin Square located on Windermere Road, Lydia Drive, and Oaks Drive. In Elmont, cars were stolen from home located on Circle Drive East and Circle Drive West. To steal the vehicles, the car thieves used a radio frequency transmitter to communicate with key fobs inside residents’ homes to unlock their cars. Police say one person approaches the home, one person stands near the victim’s

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Chambers urge residents to shop local Robert Fonti, Suffolk County Alliance of Chambers, Lisa DelliPizzi, president of Franklin Square Chamber of Commerce, Julie Marchesella, president of Elmont Chamber of Commerce, and Eric Alexander, Vision LI all encouraged people to shop local. Residents can browse local mom and pop shops throughout the year to help support small businesses in the community. — Nicole Wagner

On Nov. 15, an unidentified individual stole items from a vehicle parked on James Street in Franklin Square at 11:20 p.m.

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On Nov. 16, an unidentified individual damaged the rear screen door of a home

cars, and two subjects act as the lookout and getaway driver. Police say that the best way to protect against car theft is to not leave keys in the car, keep keys in home far away from vehicles and store them in metal or aluminum-enclosed boxes, and report any suspicious persons and activity to 911. Nassau police ask that anyone with information regarding the four unidentified individuals who stole the cars contact Crime Stoppers at (800) 244-8477. All calls are kept confidential. — Nicole Wagner

on Goodwin Road in Elmont at midnight.

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On Nov. 20, Franklin Square resident Michael Herrera, 32, was arrested for shoplifting at the Hempstead Turnpike and Crest Avenue intersection in Elmont at 8:54 p.m.

People named in Crime Watch items as having been arrested and charged with violations or crimes are only suspected of committing those acts of which they are accused. They are all presumed to be innocent of those charges until and unless found guilty in a court of law.

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LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO CITIBANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR BEAR STEARNS ALT-A TRUST, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-4, V. LUZ FONSECA, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated September 10, 2019, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO CITIBANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR BEAR STEARNS ALT-A TRUST, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-4 is the Plaintiff and LUZ FONSECA, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on December 12, 2023 at 2:00PM, premises known as 1342 EAST STREET, ELMONT, NY 11003: Section 35, Block 84, Lot 8-12: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT ELMONT (NOT AN INCORPORATED VILLAGE) IN THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 003767/2016. Mark L. Lieberman, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 143124 To place a notice here call us at 516-569-4000 x232 or send an email to: legalnotices@liherald.com

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, FVI, INC. IN TRUST FOR MORGAN STANLEY MORTGAGE CAPITAL HOLDINGS LLC, Plaintiff, vs. DWAYNE A. SAMUELS A/K/A DWAYNE SAMUELS, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on October 27, 2022 and an Order duly entered on October 20, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on December 13, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 2330 Dutch Broadway, Elmont, NY 11003. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 32, Block 719 and Lot 20. Approximate amount of judgment is $1,136,596.96 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #2371/2017. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale. Russell S. Burman, Esq., Referee Greenspoon Marder, 590 Madison Avenue, Suite 1800, New York, NY 10022, Attorneys for Plaintiff 143134

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, SSA NE ASSETS, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. IMPERIOUS CORPORATION, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on September 29, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on December 12, 2023 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 389 Hunnewell Avenue, Elmont, NY 11003. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Village of Elmont, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 35, Block 62 and Lots 19-20. Approximate amount of judgment is $445,342.51 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 608286/2021. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse,

rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale. Jane Pastor Shrenkel, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 202085-2 143138

PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES To place a notice here call us us at 516-569-4000 x232 or send an email to: legalnotices@liherald.com

LEGAL NOTICE REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff against - MARGARETTE DESINOR, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on May 24, 2023. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 “Rain or Shine” on the 12th day of December, 2023 at 2:00 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Village of Elmont, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Premises known as 20 Peekskill St, Elmont, NY 11003. (Section: 37, Block: 679, Lot: 0131.0) Approximate amount of lien $159,082.67 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Index No. 000065/2017. Dominic A. Villoni, Esq., Referee. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, NY 10170 Tel. 347/286-7409 Dated: October 15, 2023 During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. 143085

LEGAL NOTICE INDEX NO.: 608087/2019 Date Filed: 10/30/2023 SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS WITH NOTICE MORTGAGED PREMISES: 1819 Fairfax Street, Elmont, New York 11003 SBL #: 32-443-3&4 Plaintiff designates NASSAU County as the place of trial; venue is based upon the county in which the mortgaged premises is situate. STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. Bank National Association, Plaintiff, vs. John Miller, if living and if any be dead, any and all the heirs at law, next of kin, distributees, devisees, grantees, trustees, lienors, creditors, assignees and successors in interest of any of the aforesaid defendants, next of kin, distributees, devisees, grantees, trustees, lienors, creditors, assignees and successors in interest of any of the aforesaid classes of person, if they or any of them be dead, and their respective husbands, wives or widows, if any, and all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to plaintiff, except as herein stated; Secretary of Housing and Urban Development; People of the State of New York; Crawford Animal Hospital PC; New York State Department of Taxation and Finance; United States of America o/b/o Internal Revenue Service; John Doe #1 through #6, and Jane Doe #1 through #6, the last twelve names being fictitious, it being the intention of Plaintiff to designate any and all occupants, tenants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises being foreclosed herein Defendants. TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Amended Complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the Amended Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a notice of appearance on the attorneys for the Plaintiff within 20 days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after service is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York). In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Amended Complaint. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME IF YOU DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT BY SERVING

A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE MORTGAGE COMPANY WHO FILED THIS FORECLOSURE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT, A DEFAULT JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED AND YOU CAN LOSE YOUR HOME. SPEAK TO AN ATTORNEY OR GO TO THE COURT WHERE YOUR CASE IS PENDING FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON HOW TO ANSWER THE SUMMONS AND PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY. SENDING PAYMENT TO YOUR MORTGAGE COMPANY WILL NOT STOP THIS FORECLOSURE ACTION. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. THE OBJECT of the above captioned action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure $265,083.00 and interest, recorded in the Office of the Clerk of Nassau on August 26, 2010, in Liber M35088, Page 310, covering premises known as 1819 Fairfax Street, Elmont, New York 11003, SBL #: 32-443-3&4 The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above. The Plaintiff also seeks a deficiency judgment against the Defendants and for any debt secured by said Mortgage which is not satisfied by the proceeds of the sale of said premises. TO the Defendants John Miller, if living and if he be dead, his heirs at law, next of kin, distributees, devisees, grantees, trustees, lienors, creditors, assignees, and successors in interest of any of the aforesaid defendants; and all heirsat-law, next of kin, distributees, devisees, grantees, trustees, lienors, creditors, assignees, and successors in interest of any of the aforesaid classes of person, if they or any of them be dead, and their respective husbands, wives or widows, if any, and all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to plaintiff, except as herein stated, the foregoing Supplemental Summons with Notice is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. David P. Sullivan of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, County of Nassau, dated and filed October 18, 2023. Dated: October 31, 2023 /s/ Christina A. Incorvaias Christina A. Incorvaia,

Esq. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, New York 10170 Phone: 347.286.7409 Fax: 347-286-7414 Attorneys for Plaintiff, U.S. Bank National Association HELP FOR HOMEOWNERS IN FORECLOSURE NEW YORK STATE LAW REQUIRES THAT WE SEND YOU THIS NOTICE ABOUT THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY. SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME. IF YOU FAIL TO RESPOND TO THE SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT IN THIS FORECLOSURE ACTION, YOU MAY LOSE YOUR HOME. PLEASE READ THE SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT CAREFULLY. YOU SHOULD IMMEDIATELY CONTACT AN ATTORNEY OR YOUR LOCAL LEGAL AID OFFICE TO OBTAIN ADVICE ON HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF. SOURCES OF INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE. The State encourages you to become informed about your options in foreclosure. In addition to seeking assistance from an attorney or legal aid office, there are government agencies and non-profit organizations that you may contact for information about possible options, including trying to work with your lender during this process. To locate an entity near you, you may call the tollfree helpline maintained by the New York State Banking Department of Financial Services at 1-800-342-3736 or visit the Department’s website at www.dfs.ny.gov. FORECLOSURE RESCUE SCAMS Be careful of people who approach you with offers to “save” your home. There are individuals who watch for notices of foreclosure actions in order to unfairly profit from a homeowner’s distress. You should be extremely careful about any such promises and any suggestions that you pay them a fee or sign over your deed. State law requires anyone offering such services for profit to enter into a contract which fully describes the services they will perform and fees they will charge, and which prohibits them from taking any money from you until they have completed all such promised services. 143090 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: 8ASNY LLC. Articles of

Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York, (SSNY) on 07/19/2023. NY Office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to: Luiss5606@gmail.com Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity 143092 PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES To place a notice here call us us at 516-569-4000 x232 or send an email to: legalnotices@liherald.com

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Citibank N.A., Plaintiff AGAINST Kathleen Brancaleone, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered June 27, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on December 14, 2023 at 2:00PM, premises known as 497 Tulip Avenue, Floral Park, NY 11001. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Village of Floral Park, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, SECTION: 32, BLOCK: 273, LOT: 26. Approximate amount of judgment $542,666.53 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #609197/2019. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 Protocols located on the Office of Court Administration (OCA) website (https://ww2.nycourts.gov /Admin/oca.shtml) and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. Scott H. Siller, Esq., Referee Frenkel Lambert Weiss Weisman & Gordon, LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01-091795-F00 78061 143273 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE BOARD OF APPEALS Pursuant to New York State Town Law Article 16, New York State Public Officers Law Article 7, and the Town of Hempstead Building Zone Ordinance, NOTICE is hereby given that the BOARD OF APPEALS of the Town of Hempstead will hold a public hearing in the Old Town Hall, 350 Front Street, Room 230,

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE ASSET BACKED SECURITIES CORPORATION HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES AMQ 2006-HE7 ASSET BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES AMQ 2006-HE7, Plaintiff, vs. JANET BARNES, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on December 17, 2018 and an Ex Parte Order Amending Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on October 3, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 4, 2024 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 746 Meacham Avenue, Elmont, NY 11003. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the

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Christkindl Markt at Plattduetsche Park Franklin Square neighbors celebrated the start of the December holiday season at the Plattduetsche Park, Restaurant, Catering and Biergarten’s Christkindl Markt last weekend. “We love starting off the holiday season for so many people each year with our Christkindl Markt,” said Matthew Buck, general manager. The annual event is styled after traditional European Christmas markets, where patrons are invited to stroll through to find holiday gifts. People shopped for unique gifts and imported goods like stolen and chocolate. Vendors sold food, clothing, jewelry, holiday décor, collectibles and more. Folks of all ages enjoyed crafts, caroling and visited with Santa during the festivities. The Plattduetsche’s own traditional German brass band Foehrer Musik Freunde performed for the crowd as well. “It really embodies the concept of gemuetlich, which means a cozy or friendly feeling — something we always strive for here at the Plattduetsche,” Buck said. — Nicole Wagner

Photos courtesy Plattduetsche Park, Restaurant, Catering and Biergarten

Community members who attended the annual Christkindl Markt at the Plattduetsche Park, Restaurant, Catering and Biergarten in Franklin Square last weekend were able to buy a wreath for the holiday season.

Community members browsed the different crafts and goods sold at the Christkindl Markt.

Carolers greeted those who attended the Christkindl Markt, reminiscent of European Christmas markets, at Plattduetsche Park, Restaurant, Catering and Biergarten.

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Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 0032, Block 00699-00 and Lot 00031. Approximate amount of judgment is $620,821.14 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 001699/2015. This

foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will

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The Plattduetsche’s very own traditional German brass band Foehrer Musik Freunde performed for the crowd.

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he older you get, the more you think about the times when things were simple and pleasurable. That especially applies to my years in school, when my only cares were homework, lunch, recess and our next vacation. I fondly remember the milk and a graham cracker at 3 p.m., and field trips to the zoo or a museum. I thought about those heady days while watching the latest session of the House of Representatives. The JERRY boys and girls of KREMER the House were just out on what they call recess. Over the past 11 months they have worked so hard, and deserved a rest. They have funded the federal government until early January, and when they get back from their trips to Israel and the Ukraine, they will once again try to figure out how to further postpone any action on those challenges. Looking back on 2023, there are so many parallels between current Washington politics and my school days. In elementary school, we used to

bring home lots of things to show off to our proud parents. Sometimes it was a crayon drawing or a clay model. In middle school it was something we made in shop class. So what did the House bring home to the taxpayers? What bills did they pass? Was there any legislation that will improve your day-to-day quality of life? Did they come up with a plan to reduce the price of a dozen eggs? Did they call over to the Senate and say, “Let’s make a deal”? As a child, I met quite a few schoolyard bullies. Luckily, I always ran faster than they did. Two weeks ago, Tennessee Congressman Tom Burchett complained that former Speaker Kevin McCarthy elbowed him in the kidney. McCarthy told the press that there are a lot of tight spaces in the House corridors, and that he didn’t elbow anybody. As I got older, sometimes I’d run into some kid with a short fuse who was looking for a fight. Just before recess time in D.C., Sen. Markwayne Mullin asked Teamsters President Sean O’Brien if he wanted to mix it up at a committee hearing, and the chair, Bernie Sanders, had to defuse the situ-

ation. In school, the biggest threat a teacher could make was that you’d be kept after class, or that classes wouldn’t end until certain projects were completed. In Washington, there is no scarier edict than one that members might have to work on Thanksgiving or some other holiday. After all, vacation plans have been finalized, or some educational trip to a far-off destination — sometimes a taxpayerfunded junket — would have to be canceled. The Republican House is in danger of losing its majority in next year’s election unless it can start acting like a cohesive body on issues that matter. The 30-member Freedom Caucus kicked McCarthy out of the speakership, and will only support the new speaker, Mike Johnson, so long as they get some of their wish list. The problem is, that wish list could cost them their majority next November. To show that McCarthy’s ouster was just a function of personal dislike, Johnson worked out a budget extension with Democratic votes. Recognizing that a government shutdown was imminent, the Freedom Caucus gave

here are so many parallels between Washington politics and my school days.

him a one-time pass. But going forward, the caucus could just as easily oust Johnson, so this small group of representatives can keep him on a short leash. And there are some members whom Johnson can’t muzzle forever. Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, a consistent bomb thrower, led an effort to impeach Alejandro Mayorkas, the secretary of homeland security, but the move was shut down. She will keep coming back, even though her party doesn’t want the process to go forward without a case strong enough for a vote to pass. All my life, I’ve treated politics as an important cause that should be handled with the greatest dignity and respect for the Constitution. I have supported and practiced bipartisanship. The politics of Washington must not be demeaned by a bunch of boys and girls who act like they’re still in elementary school. We are entitled to what the Founding Fathers envisioned, and nothing less. Jerry Kremer was an Assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He now heads Empire Government Strategies, a business development and legislative strategy firm. Comments about this column? jkremer@liherald.com.

N.Y. needs to boost financial education in our schools

oung people in New York have a great knowledge of many subjects, but they have much to learn about personal

finance. Many states have already incorporated financial education into the school curriculum, with some starting lessons as early as kindergarten. Twenty states, including Ohio, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Utah and West Virginia, require that stutake a perTHoMAs p. dents sonal finance DinApoLi class to graduate high school. New York should get with the program. I issued an executive order on financial literacy in 2019, directing my office to identify ways to enhance New York residents’ personal finance knowledge and understanding of issues such as mortgages, student loans and credit card debt. But we should also be focusing on financial

literacy for the next generation, to ensure that young people have the skills to effectively manage their finances and avoid falling into the trap of spiraling debt. According to a National Endowment for Financial Education 2022 report, 80 percent of those surveyed stated they wished they had been required to take a personal finance class in school. Also, a study by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, a nonprofit corporation regulated by the Securities and Exchange Commission, found that respondents with higher financial literacy were more likely to make financial ends meet than people with lower financial know-how. During last year’s legislative session in Albany, eight bills were introduced to include financial education in schools starting as early as pre-K. One bill called for the creation of a financial literacy fund, which would provide funding for grants or pro-

grams to establish financial literacy programs, specifically targeting atrisk populations. These bills merit further discussion. In September 2022, the state education department convened a Blue Ribbon Commission charged with examining the state’s high school graduation measures. The commission’s recommendations to the Board of Regents, related to ensuring educational excellence and equity for New York’s diverse student body, are expected to be released soon. Several Board of Regents members have voiced support for adding personal finance as a requirement to obtain a high school diploma. I’m encouraged that the issue of personal finance was included in this important discussion, and hope that it will be given serious consideration. Adding financial education to the state’s curriculum can be successfully implemented, as evidenced by the fact that some of our schools already offering a

ow about adding personal finance as a requirement to obtain a high school diploma?

personal finance class. For example, Mott Hall V, a South Bronx high school, is offering personal finance, taught in conjunction with a required economics course. Students learn theory, and also follow the stock market in real time, research corporate earnings and select stocks. They appreciate the real-world lessons that can be applied in the future. The importance of learning personal finance can’t be underestimated, and I’m committed to helping New Yorkers strengthen their financial knowledge and understanding. The stresses associated with financial difficulties can adversely affect your physical and mental health and hurt family members as well. Education in financial literacy can be an important step toward accessing a better job, improving your quality of life, and providing peace of mind. Let’s make financial acumen part of our kids’ educations. Thomas DiNapoli is the New York state comptroller. A version of this column originally appeared in amNew York.

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Staying safe: The county’s 13-second challenge

ow long is 13 seconds? If you ask Google, it’s long enough to run 100 meters. Send a text message. Make a paper airplane. Or even look up on Google what you can do in 13 seconds. In Nassau County, however, it’s also the amount of time — on average — between car crashes. If you stopped to think about that, you might have realized it took you longer than 13 seconds. It’s just not a lot of time. That’s what 39,128 car crashes look like, according to statistics compiled last year by the Institute for Traffic Safety Management & Research. A good portion of them were minor. But twice a day, there is a serious accident right here in our own backyard, and at least once a week, someone dies as a result. But 13 seconds is important, because it reminds us that traffic accidents aren’t rare, and they can happen to anybody at any time. We think about safety when it’s raining or snowing, or when it’s dark. But accidents also happen in good weather, in bright sunshine. That’s why vigilance is key. No matter how good a driver we think we are, 1 in 35 people In Nassau County can expect to be involved in a car accident at some point in any given year. And we’re just talking about crashes

that involve only cars. When you mix in pedestrians, bicycles and motorcycles, the numbers become even more troubling. Like the fact that 856 people were hit by vehicles in Nassau County last year. That’s more than two people every day. More than 95 percent of them were injured, and 22 died. More than 400 bicyclists were hit, according to the traffic safety institute, with 93 percent of them suffering injuries, and two people dying. And 328 motorcycles crashed in Nassau County last year, injuring more than 225 riders and killing 14. Believe it or not, despite the fact that so many people travel during the holiday season and the potential for heavy winter weather, this isn’t the time of year when most accidents happen. That’s actually in the summer, particularly around the Fourth of July. But becoming a statistic is becoming a statistic, no matter what time of year it is. And no one wants to remember their holiday as a statistic, or know someone who becomes one. The American Red Cross offers some great tips for safe driving — something every one of us should heed. Primarily to buckle up, slow down, and don’t drive impaired. But also to be well-rested and alert. That means giving your full atten-

tion to the road, and avoiding distractions like cellphones. Also, be sure to observe speed limits — driving too fast, or even too slow, can increase the chances of being in a collision. If you’re taking a long trip, make frequent stops. Rotate drivers if you can. But no matter what, if you’re too tired to drive, stop and get some rest. This might not be easy for all of us, but be respectful of other motorists, and follow the rules of the road. But don’t follow other cars too closely. If you plan to drink, designate someone to drive who isn’t drinking. Before you head out, clean your headlights, taillights, signal lights and windows to help you see — especially at night. And as dusk approaches, turn on your headlights. And anytime your windshield wipers are moving, your headlights should be on. If you have car trouble, pull off the road as far as possible. And always be alert about any cars moving near you — or where they could be moving near you. No matter how you look at it, 13 seconds isn’t a lot of time. Yet it’s long enough to stop a car dead in its tracks in Nassau County. This holiday season, don’t be a statistic. Stay safe on the roads.

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Letters A letter writer proves that being Jewish doesn’t matter To the Editor: I’d like to express my thanks to reader Charles Holster for his eloquent, compassionate letter regarding the brazen, brutal, unprovoked attack on Israel by Hamas, and the surge of antisemitism in this country and elsewhere (“We cannot remain silent in the face of evil,” Nov. 16-22). He proves that one does not need to be Jewish to speak out against antisemitism or the unfortunate evil in this world. I am a Jewish American who was very frightened by the events of Oct. 7. I was born in this country, as were my parents. My grandparents came here from Russia in the early 1900s to escape the pogroms, which were sanctioned to kill anyone who was Jewish. They felt relieved to be in this country of freedom. They subsequently heard about what happened to the Jews years later in Nazi Germany and elsewhere in Europe. It was hard to believe, but once again, they felt relieved that they were in the USA, a country where Jews could be safe. Growing up in New York City, I didn’t feel the personal attacks of antisemitism until I visited Salt Lake City while on a teen trip. While I’d heard about antisemitism, it was worse face to face. Then came the horrors of Oct 7. The actions by

Hamas were bad enough, but the support the terrorists received in social media, even as they held on to hostages, made me feel unsafe in my own country. Nazi Germany didn’t start the Holocaust with its gas chambers. It started the war against the Jews (and other minorities) with words. People did not speak up enough

then, but fortunately, Mr. Holster and others have been speaking up lately in the press and at the rallies. Let us all remember that if we fail to speak up for others, there will be nobody left to speak up for us. PAM SINGER Malverne

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hat does it mean to be antisemitic? Can Jews do better in fighting against it? This is a complex issue, and a difficult one. It requires looking outside and inside our community. Eradicating hate is a group effort. Hillel would say, “If I am not for me, who will be for me? And when I am for myself alone, what am I? And if not now, then when?” Let’s begin in Germany, right before Hitler was appointed chancellor in 1933. People liked his charisma and his sHai direct way of Jews BeLooseskY speaking. even felt he was good for Germany’s growth economically. And yet, from the beginning, Hitler’s speeches showed signs of hate. Why did many Jews overlook those signs? Why did so many non-Jews who loved their Jewish neighbors dismiss those signs? Was it for personal gain, or simply a false sense of security? Of course, no one ever could have imagined the atrocities that occurred. The blame lies directly in the hands of Hitler and those who participated. What’s important, though, is that we understand how Hitler gained his power.

Jews are not to blame, but what would have happened if German Jews had taken the hate speech seriously? What if they had listened to the early warnings? We must be cognizant of why we, as Jews, tolerated the hate talk. Excused it. Defended it. And supported Hitler. We must be honest with ourselves. Are we still doing it today? And if so, why? I feel strongly that it’s important to sweat the small stuff. This means to take even the seemingly smallest of antisemitic comments seriously. We must learn to recognize hate speech. We must make sure we are represented, and never avoid taking a moment to educate. I’ve been asked if I feel the propaganda about Israel is rooted in antisemitism. It’s a great question, and one that doesn’t have a simple answer. Israel isn’t perfect. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has a lot to answer for when it comes to the terrorist attacks. The government failed our people. Regardless, I often wonder whether the manner in which Israel is represented around the world is anti-Israel, or actually anti-Jewish. Here is a great question I recently

ate comes from a place of fear and a lack of knowledge. It’s about ignorance.

Letters King calls out antisemitism To the Editor: Thanks to Peter King for his excellently written column, “How quickly the world seems ready to turn on Israel,” in the Nov. 9-15 issue. It directly addressed the double standard that has infiltrated segments of our country, and beyond, in judging Israel. The dramatic rise of antisemitism, which commenced even before Israel’s response to the heinous Oct. 7 attack, is appalling. This lifelong registered Democrat believes King’s presence in Congress is missed. STEvE WERBEL Merrick

Local businesses need to support local patrons, too To the Editor: The Herald rightfully is supportive of local businesses (Editorial, “Small businesses needs us, and we need them,” Nov. 9-15), and we all agree that these businesses are our country’s economic

heard: What is the difference between antisemitism and racism, transphobia, homophobia and all other forms of hate? Did you know the source of hate is the same no matter whom it is directed at? Hate comes from a place of fear and a lack of knowledge. It’s about (chosen) ignorance and not wanting to learn. It’s about superiority and control. It’s about power. And so I ask, why is hate speech allowed and tolerated in so many of our offices, schools, and most of all by our public figures, including our politicians? Why are we allowing it? What role do we play when we allow it? Early Shabbat morning on Oct. 7, Israelis experienced a side of antisemitism that we hadn’t seen for generations. Terrorists attacked Israeli citizens in their homes, and at a concert for young people. They killed more than 1,000 people in the most heinous, barbaric ways. They tortured parents in front of children, and children in front of parents. As Israelis begged for their lives, the terrorists laughed, thanked their god, and rejoiced as they kept murdering. This type of antisemitism is one of the most frightening. It’s calculated. It is without mercy or value to life. I am heartbroken by the rise of anti-

semitism I am seeing all over the United States. I’ve heard misinformation and a lack of knowledge of how a terrorist group functions and thinks. I’ve heard so little acknowledgement of what was done to the Israelis by Hamas and the justified retaliation. Instead, I’m hearing hatred toward Israel. We must understand that it can be hard to decipher whether the hatred toward Israel means also to all Jews. Even so, not recognizing the mass murders done to the Israelis by Hamas — and, instead, blaming Israel — is rooted in antisemitism. Let’s call it what it is. The Holocaust did not begin at the gas chambers. It started long before, with hate speech. We must be vigilant and proactive the very second hate is spoken. We must do a better job of uniting with others who are targeted — particularly now, as the pain of antisemitism is real. As our oppressors try to push us down, we have the power in numbers to lift one another up. This gives me hope. We stand on the shoulders of generations of Jews who did not give up for us to be here today. We owe it to them — and the next generation — to do our part, and to do a better job. We must continue to shine our light to illuminate the path toward healing. Jeshayahu “Shai” Beloosesky is the rabbi at Temple Avodah in Oceanside.

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lifeline. Since the pandemic, however, many, if not all, small businesses are now charging back to their customers the credit card fees they have been paying since the inception of the use of credit cards. We have all been hit hard by inflation, and all businesses have raised prices to counter the run-away inflation, and now have added credit card fees on top of rising prices. What is interesting, and what I feel is a slap in the face to us consumers trying to support our local businesses, is the amount the local businesses are charging, an average of 3.5 percent. In reality, as of September, average total credit card processing fees were 2.23 percent. So why are local merchants charging more than they’re being charged by the banks? Additionally, debit card fees are even less than credit card fees. I feel a lot of the local businesses are taking advantage of the current situation, since they have been paying these fees for decades. Local businesses need to rethink these charges, because the chain stores and chain restaurants aren’t charging these fees at all. Please give your loyal customers a break! LARRy DOOLEy Rockville Centre

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