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Barbra Sobey, in orange cap above, has 13 children, 21 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was inspired to have a large family after reading “Cheaper By The Dozen,” but one-upped the Gilbreth family — literally.

Labor and child-raising isn’t what it used to be. Barbra Sobey, of Lynbrook, hasn’t just researched it — she’s lived it. She’s had 13 children over the course of 29 years, and experienced a dramatic shift firsthand. “It was very dark,” Sobey, 80, recalled of her first labor in 1960. “The doctors came every once in a while with flashlights to check the patients there. And everybody, I remember, was screaming their heads off. It was horrible. “And then I was given a shot of something. That was all I remember ConTinueD on paGe 9

No end in sight for flooding in East Rockaway and Bay Park By BEN FIEBERT bfiebert@liherald.com

As parts of East Rockaway and Bay Park continue to flood in heavy rainstorms, it’s clear to residents that the Nassau County Storm Drainage Improvement Project has yet to help them. Work that was supposed to solve the flooding problems appears to have made things worse for some and done little for others. The hundreds of million dollar project was completed last spring, but after the new drainage system was put to the test several times over the past couple of months, neighbors have made it clear that they are

not happy with the results. The project was announced in 2014, but work began about three years ago, at the height of the pandemic. According to NassauCountyNY.gov, its objective was to address the urgent need to improve drainage in the area to avoid a repeat of the catastrophic flooding that resulted from Hurricane Sandy two years earlier. Brian Barry, who lives on West Boulevard in East Rockaway, said that the project did not accomplish what it set out to do. “The Town of Hempstead is not maintaining the new drainage system,” Barry said. “It’s full of debris, it’s full of leaves, it’s

full of branches.” Since the completion of the project, Barry noted, his neighborhood has flooded twice, despite the fact that flooding hadn’t been a major problem since Sandy, until 2022. After the storm, community members were given an option to sign over their homes temporarily to the New York Governor’s Office of Storm Recovery, which pledged to mitigate the flooding by raising homes, or hire their own contractors to restore and elevate their homes. Barry chose the first option, which, he said, eventually resulted in worse flooding on his street. “The town installed a drive-

way at my home, which is almost a foot lower than the rest of my front property,” Barry said. “They raised the street six inches, so now the street in front of my house on West Boulevard is higher than my driveway.” The construction at Barry’s home was completed in 2019. Since then, water from the Grand Canal, roughly a hundred feet from his house, has mixed

with sewer water coming up from a drain installed in his driveway to create what he describes as a health hazard. Barry’s home became a breeding ground for black mold, and the saltwater that ponds around the house during winter storms freezes, causing cracks in the floors and walls. “They have a key to the drain ConTinueD on paGe 11

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Nearly 150 people showed up at this year’s Mayor’s Golf Outing to support the Community Chest. Their generosity raised $30k for the local charity.

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The Mayor’s Golf Outing helps keep the local charity running throughout the year By NICOLE FORMISANO nformisano@liherald.com

The heart of Lynbrook lies in the Community Chest — and it just got bigger. The Chamber of Commerce presented the nonprofit organization with a $30,000 check last Monday. The funds are thanks to so many people coming to the annual Mayor’s Golf Outing on Aug. 14, which specifically aims to raise money for the Community Chest. “In the last few years we’ve had tremendous participation in the golf outing,” Rina Beach, chair of the Community Chest, said. The event, which saw 144 golfers this year, is hosted by her husband, Mayor Alan Beach. “It’s a community effort.” The Mayor’s Golf Outing is a collaborative effort between the village government and the Chamber of Commerce, and is spearheaded by coordinator Jeff Greenfield. Their combined efforts provide a RINA BEACh Chair of the Lynbrook medium for Lynbrook neighbors’ generosity, which has Community Chest produced tens of thousands for the Community Chest every year in recent memory, Beach said. The money will let the Community Chest continue to do what they do best — help people. Any resident of Lynbrook can call the village hall if they need some support. More often, though, people call on behalf of their loved ones. Right before the holidays this past year, a woman called on behalf of her neighbors. The family was going through a rough patch, and their dryer was broken — until the Community Chest stepped in. “She was helping, and letting them use her dryer in the meantime,” Beach said. “She said, ‘you know what, this is what Lynbrook is about.’” The Community Chest is here to fill in the gaps, Beach said. When someone can’t navigate the red tape

ynbrook is like that. It’s a community where neighbors help each other.

The Community Chest is key to countless community resources — like the food drive run by Our Lady of Peace social ministry. of county, state or federal assistance — or, despite struggling, they don’t qualify for aid — they can find comfort knowing their neighbors are here to help. They’ll fix your broken dryer, or help buy groceries for your family. The Community Chest offers a level of warmth that one would be hard-pressed to find in a larger program. This was the case when the organization, working with the Lynbrook Police Department, funded a Project Lifesaver for an autistic child in the community who had a fondness for unsupervised walks outside. It’s a device that the child can wear — if they wander and get lost, their parents can immediately alert the LPD, who can use the device to find them quickly and safely. The project was personally coordinated by Sargeant Eric Bruen, who helped the family set it up. Now an officer stops by once a month to double check the batteries and say hello. Without the Lynbrook Communi-

ty Chest, that child wouldn’t have their potentially lifesaving device. On top of handling personalized issues, the Community Chest helps out with things everybody needs. The charity works with Sister Barbara, the head of Our Lady of Peace’s social ministry, to facilitate multiple food drives every year; they supply students with back-to-school supplies like clothes, sneakers and backpacks; they pay for families’ Thanksgiving dinners. There’s a reason why the Mayor’s Golf Outing regularly sees so many donations, and why the Community Chest has been running for more than 70 years. When people give to the local organization, they know their money is going to their loved ones, Beach said — their friends, their colleagues, people their kids go to school with. “Lynbrook is like that,” Beach said. “It’s a community where neighbors help each other.”

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Former member of Lynbrook American Legion dies at 83 of the Lynbrook American Command Sergeant Major Legion Post 335, for over 46 Michael Fortunato Guglielyears, where he held the mo Jr. died on Jan. 23 at 83. rank of Sergeant at Arms for Guglielmo was bor n in the last 9 years. Fe b r u a r y 1 9 4 0 i n Fo r t The family deeply appreciGreene, Brooklyn, NY. At the age of 20, Guglielmo enlisted ates everyone’s support durin the United States Army ing this difficult time and before entering his career in asks for contributions to the National Guard. At the either the Lynbrook Ameriage of 25, he joined the New can Legion Post 335, or TunYork City Fire Department. nel to Towers, in lieu of flowHe served the Brooklyn ers. neighborhood of WilliamsGuglielmo is survived by Michael burg, as a member of Engine his wife Patricia, brother Fortunato 212, as to what it has become Frank, sister Dolores (Gugknown as, The Peoples Fire GuGlielMo Jr. lielmo) Crawbuck. His sons House, before retiring at the Michael III, Joseph and daughage of 64. ter-in-law Corey (Rosenblum) Guglielmo highly valued his service Guglielmo. Grandchildren Jason, Alex, at the National Guard, attaining the Felicia and Chase Guglielmo. Special rank of Command Sergeant Major Poppy to Cameron & Hudson. He was before retiring in 2000, after 40 years of predeceased by his father Michael Sr. service. and mother Nancy (Marconi) and brothIn addition, Guglielmo was a member er Philip Guglielmo.

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ANdRew tuddA Seaford Senior Basketball TUDDA PICKED UP where he left off last season when he averaged 21.2 points per game as a junior to lead the Vikings. Now he leads all Nassau County when it comes to filling the bucket. Heading into February, the hard-todefend guard carried a 25.3 ppg average while scoring in double figures in each of Seaford’s first 17 games. In back-to-back games Jan. 13 and 17, Tudda poured in 35 against Clarke and 30 against Malverne, respectively.

GAMES TO WATCH Thursday, Feb. 1 Girls Basketball: Floral Park at V.S. North .................. 5 p.m. Boys Basketball: Wantagh at V.S. South ...............5:15 p.m. Boys Basketball: Mineola at Lynbrook .................6:45 p.m. Boys Basketball: Clarke at Lawrence......................... 7 p.m. Boys Basketball: Carle Place at East Rockaway ........ 7 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 2 Boys Basketball: Elmont at Carey ........................4:30 p.m. Girls Basketball: Carey at Elmont .........................4:30 p.m. Girls Basketball: Friends Academy at Seaford .......... 5 p.m. Girls Basketball: Glen Cove at Hewlett ...................... 5 p.m. Boys Basketball: East Meadow at Mepham .............. 5 p.m. Boys Basketball: G.N. South at Long Beach ............. 5 p.m. Boys Basketball: New Hyde Park at Calhoun ............ 7 p.m. Boys Basketball: Westbury at Baldwin ...................... 7 p.m. Girls Basketball: Mepham at East Meadow .............. 7 p.m. Girls Basketball: Bethpage at Kennedy ..................... 7 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 3 Boys Basketball: Oceanside at Hempstead ............12 p.m. Girls Basketball: Syosset at Freeport.......................12 p.m. Boys Basketball: Massapequa at Uniondale...........12 p.m. Girls Basketball: Plainview at Oceanside.................12 p.m. Girls Basketball: Baldwin at Farmingdale................12 p.m. Boys Basketball: Manhasset at South Side .............. 2 p.m.

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Playoff preparations have begun for the East Rockaway girls’ basketball team as it plays the final games of the regular season and the Rocks are hoping that the quick return of a key player will help them grab that crucial top seed. The Rocks were mired in a three-game losing streak entering this week’s play and were without leading scorer Emma Poland for the latter two after the star forward suffered a quad strain that was evident in a 40-30 home defeat against Oyster Bay in which she was limited to 11 points. The offense scored a combined 49 points in her absence, including a 60-20 setback at division-leading Cold Spring Harbor last Saturday. Poland is averaging over 20 points a game this season, about five more than her junior campaign, and has emerged as one of the best all-around players on Long Island. Head coach Cheri Poland hoped to have her daughter back for Monday’s game against Locust Valley with a critical clash at Carle Place looming on Thursday. “She’s had a great season,” Cheri Poland said. “Most of her games have been double-doubles. She’s among the top leading scorers on Long Island and she’s been holding steady with that. I think she’ll come on strong coming through the last four games and hopefully throughout [the playoffs].” The Rocks (9-7, 5-3 Conference AB-3) are battling Carle Place (10-5, 6-2) for the top seed in the ‘B’ playoffs and the right to play winless West Hempstead in the first round. East Rockaway split with likely third-seed Oyster Bay after surviving 31-29 on Dec. 13 thanks to Poland’s gamewinning basket with 5.9 seconds left. “That game will be significant in the seeding,” Cheri Poland said of Thursday’s tilt. “Really it’s going to set the tone going into the playoffs. The girls are ready for that. We know that it’s going to be a very important game.” East Rockaway already has a leg up on the Frogs after a thrilling 54-53 overtime win on Jan. 4 in a rematch of last year’s quarterfinal matchup. The Rocks were

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The return of senior standout Emma Poland, left, from injury will be a key for the Rocks entering the Nassau Class B playoffs. outscored 16-11 in the fourth quarter, but Poland forced extra time with a gametying 3-pointer and Maya Motherway hit the game-winning free throw in the fifth period. “The girls really worked until the end,” Cheri Poland recalled. “The defense worked extremely hard during that game to get us back. It’s always been a nice rival with them and they know it’s going to wind up being us and them fighting it out.” Carle Place is done with West Hemp-

stead and play Cold Spring Harbor on Feb. 5, while the Rocks will visit West Hempstead in the season finale on Feb. 8. Sophomore Motherway is averaging around 12 points, but the next leading scorer is senior guard Sofia Ramirez at 4.5 points a game and Cheri Poland is hoping either her or another from a group of Isabella Alvarez (3.7), Sofia Tizio (3.6), and Sophia Pappas (3.4) could emerge as that dependable tertiary scorer in time for the playoffs.

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Sobey has become a published author at 80 from the hospital; now doctors let them in the delivery room, and even cut the umbilical cord. She has watched society swing back and forth on the “right” and “wrong” ways to go about childbirth and infant care — not even baby food is safe from the cultural pendulum. “They (used to) put off giving a baby food for about a year,” Sobey said, adding that attitudes changed when baby food companies developed. After one delivery, Sobey was even told to give her baby cereal the day she came home from the hospital. “And then it became a contest among mothers — how early can they start giving their babies food?” Sobey said. “Like this is going to make a better baby or something.” “Now we’ve gone back to waiting four to six months at least before starting on food,” she said. Sobey, a nurse and who also worked as a lactation consultant and childbirth instructor for 30 years, said that there are issues with how this country handles pregnancy and delivery. When compared to other similarly wealthy countries, the U.S. has among the highest rates of cesarean sections, infant mortality, and maternal mortality. “It seems like the more intervention we use, the worse our statistics get,” Sobey said. “Birth should be as natural as possible.”

Sobey encourages every woman to trust her instincts and do what is right for her, whether that means delivering in a hospital or at home. The most important thing, she said, is that women know their rights, and are able to advocate for themselves during the labor process. She has made it her mission to share her knowledge by publishing her first book, “The Way It Was — And Where We Are Now,” which is 15 years in the making. “My purpose was to explain to this generation of women how things have changed over the years.” Sobey said. “I just wanted to let mothers know that it’s such a difference in baby care and birth. “And I felt it wouldn’t be of any interest unless I gave it the story within my own life.” Though the Sobey family looks a little different from others — a few of the 21 grandchildren are younger than the 4 great grandchildren — they wouldn’t change it for the world. “It was a lot of fun,” Sobey said of her 13-child household. “I miss the noise that went through the house every day, the chaos.” “It wasn’t about having the fanciest car or a fancy family vacation every year,” Sobey-Parrott said. “We were always together. We were always taken care of. We were always nurtured. We were always loved.”

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Barbra Sobey has become a published author at age 80, documenting in her new book how labor and delivery changed over the course of her 29 years of having children.

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till after I woke up, and was told I had a baby girl.” She was 17 years old. Yet, the trauma of her first delivery didn’t discourage Sobey and her husband, Peter, from having 12 more. “I always said I wanted a dozen kids,” Sobey said. “And my husband said, ‘they come one at a time. You’ll change your mind as life goes on.’” Needless to say, Sobey did not change her mind. “It’s really a lot of fun — never quiet or dull,” said Sarah Sobey-Parrott, the second-youngest of the 13 kids. “I always had almost like a second or third mom around,” she added. “I always had someone around to play with.” The siblings remain close. But compared to the oldest, the youngest, in 1989, was born into a different world — an evolution that Sobey witnessed herself. Sobey remembers getting her first pack of disposable diapers in 1962, and promptly throwing them away in favor of cotton diapers she had been using; now disposable diapers are the standard. She remembers dressing her babies in little flannel robes, called kimonos, which were common at the time; now baby registries are full of tiny shirts and jeans. She remembers a time when fathers were not allowed to touch the baby until after they were discharged

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Centre Avenue first graders showing off their love of literacy as they celebrate “Dress Like a Word Day” on Jan. 17.

East Rockaway students bring literacy to life On Jan. 17, students at East Rockaway’s Centre Avenue School showed off their love of literacy as they celebrated “Dress Like a Word Day.” The annual activity was facilitated by the school’s Reading Action Com-

mittee to spread the fun of literacy for students from kindergarten to sixth grade. Students chose any appropriate word that they wanted to visually represent and then got creative with their

clothing and accessories. Words that were represented during this year’s “Dress Like a Word Day” ranged from ecstatic and equestrian to puzzle, spy, and goalkeeper. The students presented their words

and showed off their outfits during each class. It was an inspiring and educational lesson that resulted in deep thinking and creative expression.

Fourth grader Zelda from Centre Avenue School showing off the word Equestrian during “Dress Like a Word Day.”

Centre Avenue School second grader Grady representing the word Spy on “Dress Like a Word Day.”

Centre Avenue School kindergartner Kelsey represents the word Ecstatic on “Dress Like a Word Day” on Jan. 17.

Centre Avenue School second grader Levant celebrating Dress Like a Word day by representing the word Puzzle.

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Despite new drains, wastewater overflows Adams Street and Malecon Street,” Castardi said. She lives on a dead end, next to the canal, and said that before the work began, there would be flooding near the canal, but now water comes up from the ground as well. Like Barry, Castardi had to get a new vehicle after the flooding in December 2022. She used to have a sedan, which she said she never had to move for a storm. Now she has a truck, which she has to move or it will be flooded. “Instead of the water just going as high as the curbs, it’s going over my entire front lawn, to my front door,” Castardi said. Because previous flooding had always been minor, she decided not to raise her house in 2014. The flooding is bad enough now for her and Courtesy Brian Barry her neighbors to want to do so. But that program, partially funded by almost a year after the completion of the Storm drainage improvement the federal emergency management project, West Boulevard, in east rockaway, is still experiencing flooding. agency, ended in 2019. “I couldn’t get to work on multito commuter lots so that we can protect our vehicles, and ple occasions because the flooding made the neighbor- so that we don’t have to walk back from these lots for hood impossible to navigate,” Castardi said. miles.” She reached out to the engineers of the project, asking Two of her neighbors have moved because of the for guidance, but she said there hasn’t been any commu- flooding, she said. She would join them, but she is afraid nication from them since the work was completed. For no one would buy her house. now she is relying on the help of her neighbors, who are Castardi said she hoped the project engineers would having the same problems she is. take a second look at whether things were done correctly, “We’re certainly working together as a community to and whether the project was a good decision in the first help each other,” Castardi said. “For example, we carpool place.

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in my driveway,” he said, referring to the town. “They’ve never cleaned it out. I don’t have the key to it, so they basically put a drain in my driveway, and if it floods, I have no control over cleaning it.” A storm on Jan. 10 brought as much flooding as Barry saw on Dec. 23, 2022, when he lost two of his cars to the water. Residents who never see flooded were flooded last month, he said, adding that a Fulton Street neighbor’s newly finished first floor was wrecked. “We live on a man-made canal,” Barry said. “If people had bulkheads on the canal that were high and if the drawing system was improved, we wouldn’t be having these massive flooding events.” Flooding isn’t limited to the hurricane season, he said; it also takes place during the winter months. He pays $15,000 in taxes every year, he said, and his home is still subject to flooding. “I was in and out of the house between 4 and 5:30 in the morning watching the floodwater,” Barry said of last month’s storm, “so my cars wouldn’t get flooded out like in December of 2022.” “The Town of Hempstead recently completed a road raising project in the area, while also installing new check valves and drainage to help mitigate the frequency of flooding in the area,” Town Spokesman Greg Blower said in a statement. The Nassau County Department of Public Works did not respond to a request for comment about the overall effectiveness of the Drainage Improvement Project. New drains have also made things worse for Alison Castardi, who lives on the corner of Lawson Avenue and Franklin Street. More water is coming up from the sewer now than before the completion of the project, she said. “The flooding is so much more severe, because now the drains are connecting to all these other roads, like

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The Monkees icon Micky Dolenz relives those heady days when The Beatles ruled the world, musically at least.

Former Wings guitarist Laurence Juber also participates, performing with Micky Dolenz and others.

Micky Dolenz headlines The Fest for Beatles Fans

The Monkees’ drummer shares his experience with the Fab Four

It’s time to drag out that neon once again and give your hair its best ‘80s ‘do. Those crazy days are back — as only Jessie’s Girl can pull off. The band of NYC’s top rock/ pop musicians and singers gets everyone into that ‘Back to the ‘80s’ vibe with the latest edition of their popular concert experience. With a lineup including four pop-rock vocalists dressing and performing as ‘80s icons — backed by a dynamic band — this is the deﬁnitive ‘80s experience. Throw on top of that: a load of super-fun choreography, audience participation, props, costumes bubbles, and confetti — and you have a party that audiences don’t want to leave. Jessie’s Girl has mastered over-the-top renditions of the some of world’s most unforgettable songs, all while dressed up as the iconic characters of that decade. This is theater meets live music, covered in ‘80s glitz. Friday, Feb. 2, 8 p.m. $45, $37.50, $25. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.

By Daniel Offner The Fest for Beatles Fans — the largest and longestrunning immersive experience for fans of the Fab Four — celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Beatles devotees surely will want to get in on the action, next weekend, Feb. 9-11. It involves an all-star lineup of musical guests, an auction of rare memorabilia, fan meet and greets, a giant Beatles marketplace, Beatles museum, an art gallery dedicated to the Fab Four, plus even more. And since this year also marks the 60th anniversary of The Beatles’ arrival at JFK International Airport, it all happens at the famed TWA Hotel at JFK. Headlining this year’s event is none other than drummersinger Micky Dolenz of The Monkees, along with Laurence Juber and Steve Holley of Wings, Billy J. Kramer, Greg Bissonnette, Mark Rivera, and others. The Monkees — unlike the Fab Four themselves — were not actually a band at all. They came about through the magic of television to appear like they were a group trying to be like The Beatles, but who could never quite achieve the same level of success. “We used to have a poster of The Beatles on the set and we would throw darts at it,” Dolenz says. “We were never famous on the show. It was about the struggle for success and trying to get a record deal, which we never did on the TV show.” Ironically, the success of the NBC sitcom would launch the “imaginary band” to new heights. The Monkees would go on to achieve success they never thought attainable. Their albums climbed to the top of the Billboard charts, and soon they were selling out shows all across the country. Several of their songs, including the “(Theme From) The Monkees,” was actually written, produced and performed by songwriting duo Tommy Boyce and Bobby Hart; later rerecorded to feature the actors’ voices. Dolenz says that during the auditions, producers required that the actors were able to play an instrument and sing. “The producers must have had in mind that we were going to play live,” he recalls. “Mike Nesmith said it was like Pinocchio becoming a real little boy.” He compared the experience to the Fox musical series “Glee,” in the sense that all four members of the group were

able to sing and act, practiced and learned the music in order to perform on tour. During the height of his show’s popularity in 1966, Dolenz was invited to sit in on a session at Abbey Road Studios. He said that, at the time, The Beatles were in the middle of tracking their song, “Good Morning, Good Morning,” for their eighth studio album, Sgt. Pepper’s

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Lonely Hearts Club Band. Interestingly, John Lennon said that the inspiration for the tune came to him from a Kellogg’s Corn Flakes commercial. Coincidentally, back in the United States, Dolenz and The Monkees were featured in several commercials for the breakfast cereal during their peak. In the years that followed, he would have many more interactions with John, Paul, George and Ringo. “I’ve always been a huge Beatles fan,” Dolenz says. “They were great. They got what The Monkees were all about.” He also recalls how Lennon once compared The Monkees to the Marx Brothers, because of their plucky

comedic antics. Throughout the years, Dolenz has mixed in a blend of Beatles covers into his repertoire, including “Good Morning, Good Morning,” and “A Day in the Life.” His participation in The Fest goes back to 2014, when he joined Peter Noone of Herman’s Hermits on stage for a performance of “Henry VIII.” According to Dolenz, he’s most excited to share the stage with talented musicians like Laurence Juber, and just “being there” to spend time with fans and have a good time. “Its like comic-con,” Dolenz says. “I’m looking forward to going back there and hanging out in New York.”

South Shore Symphony The orchestra continues music director Adam Glaser’s inaugural season, joined by The Zandieh Trio. The young ensemble performs Beethoven’s ‘Concerto for Violin, Cello,’ and ‘Piano in C Major, Op. 56’ — known as the ‘Triple Concerto’ — which showcases the talents of violinist Cameron Zandieh, cellist Charlie Zandieh and pianist Christopher Zandieh. Performing together since 2013, their ensemble is the inevitable collaborative joint force of the three accomplished brothers. All would go on to graduate from the prestigious Juilliard School. The program also includes Dmitri Shostakovich’s compelling ‘Symphony No. 6 in B minor, Op. 54.’ Saturday, Feb. 3, 7:30 p.m. $30. Madison Theatre, Molloy University, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. Tickets available at MadisonTheatreNY.org or (516) 323-4444.

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Queen-mania keeps on rockin’ on. Almost Queen visits the Paramount stage, Saturday, Feb. 10, at 8 p.m., with their homage to the beloved band. They don’t just pay tribute to the legendary band, Almost Queen transports you back in time to experience the magic and essence of Queen themselves. The band — featuring Joseph Russo as Freddie Mercury, Steve Leonard as Brian May, Randy Gregg as John Deacon, and John Cappadona as Roger Taylor — consistently delivers a dynamic live performance showcasing signature four-part harmonies and intricate musical interludes. The band’s authenticity shines through in their impeccable attention to detail and genuine costumes, while their live energy and precision will leave music fans of all ages with an unforgettable concert experience. Almost Queen’s concerts are a true testament to the band’s love for Queen’s music. The carefully curated setlist featuring Queen’s best-loved songs, like “Somebody to Love,” “Don’t Stop Me Now,” “Fat Bottomed Girls,” and “Radio Ga Ga,” along with lesser known tracks. And of course, no Queen tribute concert would be complete without classics like “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “We Will Rock You” and “We Are the Champions!” It’s no wonder fans keep coming back for more. $79.50, $69.50, $59.50, $49.50, $39.50, $29.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. (800) 745-3000 or Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.

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Grab your lunch and join Nassau County Museum of Art Docent Riva Ettus for her popular “Brown Bag Lecture” at the museum, Thursday, Feb. 15, 1 p.m. She’ll discuss the current exhibition, “Our Gilded Age.” Participants are invited to ask questions at the end of the in-depth program and also participate in a guided exhibition tour following the lecture. Registration required. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.

Winter Adult Painting Tap into your creative side at Lynbrook’s adult painting session, Monday, Feb. 5, from 9 a.m. to noon, in the Gries Park recreation room. 55 Wilbur St. Register at Lynbrook.RecDesk.com.

Books and Brews Join your local librarians for a book discussion at the South Shore Craft Brewery, Thursday, Feb. 8, 7-8 p.m. The title for the February book is TBD and will be updated on the East Rockaway website. Bring your Lynbrook or East Rockaway library card for a discounted tab. 3505 Hampton Road, in Oceanside. Visit EastRockawayLibrary.org for more.

Employment Assistance The social ministry with Our Lady of Peach Church, located at 25 Fowler Ave. in Lynbrook, is offering help to those looking for employment ever Tuesday, from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. For more information or to make an appointment contact their offices at (516) 599-7448.

Defensive Driving Course Empire Safety Council offers another session at Lynbrook Library, Saturday, Feb. 17, 10:15 a.m.-4:15 p.m. Participation in this six-hour course gives you a reduction of insurance fees for three years and can reduce points. Registration is required. The fee for the class is $33 per person, and must be paid the day of the class by cash, check or money order payable to Empire Safety Council. Class size is limited. 56 Eldert St. Visit LynbrookLibrary. org or call (516) 599-8630 for more.

Talent Showcase Come out to Mr. Beery’s Village Pub for open mic night, Thursdays. 33 Main St., in East Rockaway. For more information visit MrBeerys. com.

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‘Parallel Perspectives’

View Molloy University Art Gallery’s current exhibition, a duo exhibit displaying artwork of noted Long Island artists Holly Gordon and Ward Hooper. Various complementary paintings and prints are on view. Upon meeting, it became obvious that both Gordon and Hooper were deeply inspired by Long Island’s fascinating environment and natural beauty. Together, they toured the island and captured the same places, each interpreting the scenes in front of them through their distinctive artistic styles. Their creations not only influence one another but also blend unique aesthetics in their collaborative artistic journey. Gordon and Hooper’s partnership yielded numerous accomplishments, one of which was the publication of their book “Parallel Perspectives: The Brush/Lens Collaboration.” Through Feb. 16. Kellenberg Gallery, 1000 age rsdays. Hempstead Ave., Rockville y. For Centre. Call (516) 323-3196 or email artgallery@molloy.edu erys. for more.

‘Love Letters’ Plaza Theatricals continues its season with “Love Letters,” Sunday, Feb. 11, 2:30 p.m. Starring Kim and Chris Dufrenoy, this and imaginative theatre piece is comprised of letters exchanged over a lifetime between two people who grew up together, went their separate ways, but continued to share confidences. Andrew Makepeace Ladd III and Melissa Gardner, both born to wealth, are childhood friends whose lifelong correspondence began with birthday party thankyou notes. Following the performance, the Dufrenoys share some favorite Broadway love songs! See it at the Elmont Library Theatre, 700 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont. $40, $35 seniors. Elmont. For tickets, visit PlazaTheatrical. com or call (516) 599-6870.

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Love yourself on Valentine’s Day, with a breast screening at Mercy Hospital, Wednesday, Feb. 14, 1-4 p.m. Self-care is the most important gift you can give yourself on Valentine’s Day. Must be age 40 and over to book an appointment. 1000 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre. Visit chsli.org/mercyhospital or call (516) 626-3729 for more information.

Prepare for your healthiest year yet, because every beat matters. Mercy Hospital kicks off Heart Health Month, with screenings courtesy of St. Francis Hospital bus, Thursday, Feb. 8, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Learn about cholesterol, HDL, casual glucose, blood pressure and BMI. Also discuss healthy eating and nutrition with a dietician and participating in a food demonstration. Meet with a stroke coordinator and obtain additional available screenings. Registration encouraged. 1000 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre. Visit chsli.org/mercy-hospital or call (516) 626-3729 for more information.

HERJC Diamond Jubilee Celebrate 75 years of the Hewlett-East Rockaway Jewish Centre, at the gala event, Saturday, March 2. The black tie-optional event is at 7pm. Register at tinyurl.com/ HERJCDiamondJubilee. Email ExecDire@herjc.org with any questions.

Lynbrook Board of Education Meeting Keep up to date with the school district or voice your concerns at the monthly Board of Education meeting, Wednesday, Feb. 7, at 7:30 p.m., in the Lynbrook High School cafeteria. 9 Union Ave., Lynbrook.

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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. 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.

Catch up with Kiwanis Lynbrook Kiwanis Club meets twice monthly. Meetings are held the first Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m., at Lynbrook Library, 56 Eldert St., and on the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at Savino’s Restaurant and Wine Bar, 88 Atlantic Ave. For more information, visit Facebook.com/KiwanisLynbrook.

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR MFRA TRUST 2015-1, Plaintiff, vs. ENRIQUE CASTILLO, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on December 7, 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 February 20, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 123 Denton Avenue, Lynbrook, NY 11563. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Lynbrook, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 38, Block 468 and Lot 166. Approximate amount of judgment is $940,818.95 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 615561/2022. 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. Malachy Lyons, Jr., Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 180148-2 144333 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… Printed in this publication can be found online. To search by publication name, go to: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com TO PLACE AND AD CALL 516-569-4000 x 232

LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE OF NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER’S SALE OF TAX LIENS ON REAL ESTATE Notice is hereby given that commencing on February 20th, 2024, will sell at public on-line auction the tax liens on certain real estate, unless the owner, mortgagee, occupant of or any other party in interest in such real estate shall have paid to the County Treasurer by February 15th, 2024 the total amount of such unpaid taxes or assessments with the interest, penalties and other expenses and charges against the property.

Such tax liens will be sold at the lowest rate of interest, not exceeding 10 percent per six-month period, for which any person or persons shall offer to take the total amount of such unpaid taxes as defined in Section 5-37.0 of the Nassau County Administrative Code. Effective with the February 2019 lien sale Ordinance No. 175-2015 requires a $175.00 per day registration fee for each person who intends to bid at the tax lien sale. Ordinance No. 175-2015 also requires that upon the issuance of the Lien Certificate there is due from the lien buyer a Tax Certificate Issue Fee of $20.00 per lien purchased. Pursuant to the provisions of the Nassau County Administrative Code at the discretion of the Nassau County Treasurer the auction will be conducted online. Further information concerning the procedures for the auction is available at the website of the Nassau County Treasurer at: https://www.nassaucount yny.gov/526/CountyTreasurer Should the Treasurer determine that an inperson auction shall be held, same will commence on the 20th day of February 2024 at the Office of The County Treasurer 1 West Street, Mineola or at some other location to be determined by the Treasurer. A list of all real estate in Nassau County on which tax liens are to be sold is available at the website of the Nassau County Treasurer at: https://www.nassaucount yny.gov/527/Annual-TaxLien-Sale A list of local properties upon which tax liens are to be sold will be advertised in this publication on or before February 07th, 2024. Nassau County does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission to or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, programs, or activities. Upon request, accommodations such as those required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in all services, programs, activities and public hearings and events conducted by the Treasurer’s Office. Upon request, information can be made available in Braille, large print, audiotape or other alternative formats. For additional information, please call (516) 571-2090 ext. 1-3715. Dated: January 24, 2024 THE NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER Mineola, NewYork ___________________ TERMS OF SALE Such tax liens shall be sold subject to any and all

superior tax liens of sovereignties and other municipalities and to all claims of record which the County may have thereon and subject to the provisions of the Federal and State Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Civil Relief Acts. However, such tax liens shall have priority over the County’s Differential Interest Lien, representing the excess, if any, of the interest and penalty borne at the maximum rate over the interest and penalty borne at the rate at which the lien is purchased. The Purchaser acknowledges that the tax lien(s) sold pursuant to these Terms of Sale may be subject to pending bankruptcy proceedings and/or may become subject to such proceedings which may be commenced during the period in which a tax lien is held by a successful bidder or the assignee of same, which may modify a Purchaser’s rights with respect to the lien(s) and the property securing same. Such bankruptcy proceedings shall not affect the validity of the tax lien. In addition to being subject to pending bankruptcy proceedings and/or the Federal and State Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Civil Relief Acts, said purchaser’s right of foreclosure may be affected by the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act(FIRREA),12 U.S.C. ss 1811 et.seq., with regard to real property under Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation(FDIC) receivership. The County Treasurer reserves the right, without further notice and at any time, to withdraw from sale any of the parcels of land or premises herein listed. The Nassau County Treasurer reserves the right to intervene in any bankruptcy case/litigation where the property affected by the tax liens sold by the Treasurer is part of the bankruptcy estate. However, it is the sole responsibility of all tax lien purchasers to protect their legal interests in any bankruptcy case affecting their purchased tax lien, including but not limited to the filing of a proof of claim on their behalf, covering their investment in said tax lien. The Nassau County Treasurer and Nassau County and its agencies, assumes no responsibility for any legal representation of any tax lien purchaser in any legal proceeding including but not limited to a bankruptcy case where the purchased tax lien is at risk. The rate of interest and penalty at which any person purchases the tax lien shall be established by his bid. Each purchaser, immediately

after the sale thereof, shall pay to the County Treasurer ten per cent of the amount for which the tax liens have been sold and the remaining ninety per cent within thirty days after such sale. If the purchaser at the tax sale shall fail to pay the remaining ninety per cent within ten days after he has been notified by the County Treasurer that the certificates of sale are ready for delivery, then all amounts deposited with the County Treasurer including but not limited to the ten per cent theretofore paid by him shall, without further notice or demand, be irrevocably forfeited by the purchaser and shall be retained by the County Treasurer as liquidated damages and the agreement to purchase shall be of no further effect. Time is of the essence in this sale. This sale is held pursuant to the Nassau County Administrative Code and interested parties are referred to such Code for additional information as to terms of the sale, rights of purchasers, maximum rates of interest and other legal incidents of the sale. Furthermore, as to the bidding, 1. The bidder(s) agree that they will not work with any other bidder(s) to increase, maintain or stabilize interest rates or collaborate with any other bidder(s) to gain an unfair competitive advantage in the random number generator in the event of a tie bid(s) on a tax certificate. Bidder(s) further agree not to employ any bidding strategy designed to create an unfair competitive advantage in the tiebreaking process in the upcoming tax sale nor work with any other bidder(s) to engage in any bidding strategy that will result in a rotational award of tax certificates. 2. The tax certificate(s) the Bidder will bid upon, and the interest rate(s) bid, will be arrived at independently and without direct or indirect consultation, communication or agreement with any other bidder and that the tax certificate(s) the Bidder will bid upon, and the interest rate(s) to be bid, have not been disclosed, directly or indirectly, to any other bidder, and will not be disclosed, directly or indirectly, to any other bidder prior to the close of bidding. No attempt has been made or will be made to, directly or indirectly, induce any other bidder to refrain from bidding on any tax certificate, to submit complementary bids, or to submit bids at specific interest rates. 3. The bids to be placed by the Bidder will be made in good faith and not pursuant to any direct or indirect, agreement or

Courtesy East Rockaway School District

This year’s winners of the Andrew J. Stern Memorial Essay Contest Ethan Alvarez, Yeira Malaga, and Violet Roth being honored by members of the Stern family, Board of Education, and administration.

Elementary and secondary students win Andrew Stern Essay Contest last month During the Jan. 16 meeting, the East Rockaway Board of Education recognized the winners of this year’s Andrew J. Stern Memorial Essay Contest. This annual contest honors East Rockaway Class of 1978 alumni Andrew Stern who was killed during the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. It was created by members of the Stern family who attended the meeting and presented the awards. The contest winners were East Rockaway Jr./Sr. High School tenth grader Ethan Alvarez, eighth grader Yeira Malaga, and Rhame Avenue Elementary

School fifth grader Violet Roth. Each year, students are asked to submit an essay based on a specific topic or reflection relating to 9/11. This year, the question was, “How can acts of kindness help us remember and honor the heroes of 9/11?” Scholarships are awarded in three cate gories: high school, junior high school, and elementary school. Following an induction by the Stern family, each student read their essay and was presented with a certificate and check. — Ben Fiebert

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LEGAL NOTICE VILLAGE OF LYNBROOK NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF TENTATIVE ASSESSMENT ROLL NOTICE OF MEETING OF BOARD OF REVIEW AND HEARING OF COMPLAINTS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the undersigned Assessor of the Village of Lynbrook has completed the tentative assessment of the Village of Lynbrook for the 2024-2025 tax year and that a copy thereof has been filed with John Giordano, Village Clerk of the Village of Lynbrook, at Village Hall, 1 Columbus Drive, Lynbrook, NY 11563 in compliance with section 1406 of the NYS Real Property Tax Law where it may be seen and examined by any interested person until February 20, 2024. On February 20, 2024, the Village of Lynbrook Board of Trustees as the Board of Assessment

Review will meet at Lynbrook Village Hall between the hours of 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. to hear complaints in relation to assessments. All changes in the tentative assessment roll made as a result of said Board of Assessment Review hearing of such complaints will be entered on such roll on or before the date when the final assessment roll is to be completed. Dated: February 1, 2024 Lisa Kenny Assessor, Village of Lynbrook John Giordano Village Clerk 144642

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A. This is a very uplifting topic. The deep question and answer are actually simple and not too deep after all. Science, if followed, can aid in survival against the forces of nature that perpetually exist. The reason your foundation needs to be lower is that water, when it freezes, expands as ice. So what does that have to onte eeper do with a big ol’ heavy chunk of concrete, you may ask? Well, the ground absorbs rain droplets, humidity and underground streams, all various forms of water just waiting to expand when the temperature drops below 32 degrees Fahrenheit or 0 degrees Celsius. Frost begins to form, first at the surface and then further and further down below ground level the longer the air temperature remains at or below freezing. In this part of the world, the average depth of freezing consistently reaches 3 feet, and only slowly thaws when the air temperature rises. The foundation should always have a wide base, or footing, that spreads out at the bottom, and needs to be below the 3-foot depth to resist the phenomenon of heaving. This is because, as the frost builds and expands, the moisture, in all its various forms (I just mentioned), begins to expand and crowd out the foundation of your home, or front steps, or anything else in its way. Think of it like a big zit being forced to the surface from all directions. When this happens, all the man-made structures in the ground begin to lift, sway, crack and separate in different directions. You have about as much chance of preventing it as you would of standing against a strong tidal wave on the beach, but since the heaving happens in slow motion, it seems to not be well recognized, because this problem comes up all the time on construction sites. Believe it or not, even large buildings, like skyscrapers and shopping malls, are vulnerable to uplift from soil expansion, so it’s not just your front steps or your comparatively smaller building. Workers who don’t understand the science can create some easily avoidable problems. The reason your house foundation is closer to the surface is probably because it’s tied to deep piers, called piles, that may go down 25 feet below the surface. The adjacent concrete foundation, anchored to the piles, should still have gone down to 36 inches, but at least the existing footings are held to something that may resist the uneven lifting.

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wo are still standing. The number of Republican presidential candidates has been narrowed down from 15 or so to just two, Donald Trump and Nikki Haley. It’s a reality of current political life that in a nation of 50 states and more than 300 million people, two small states like Iowa and New Hampshire can play such a commanding role in determining the nominee of a major political party. Not only do they have small populations, but their pETER demographics are atypical of so KinG much of the rest of the country. They have no large cities, very few minorities and minimal union membership. As for the Democrats, President Biden was and is their only candidate, guaranteeing his renomination and creating the probability of another general election campaign between two

candidates, Biden and Trump, who are viewed unfavorably by a significant majority of the American people. The remaining question is whether Haley has any viable path to victory and, if not, how long she will remain in the race. Supporters of Trump, of course, are calling for Haley to end her candidacy so that all energy and funding can be directed toward the general election against Biden. Let me acknowledge up front that I am biased toward Haley. During her time as ambassador to the United Nations, I had the chance to meet with her and to observe the outstanding job she did fighting for and defending America’s interests from attacks in that dysfunctional, antiAmerican international body. Her forceful, articulate encounters with ambassadors from Russia and anti-Israel, third-world dictatorships rank alongside those of Ambassador Jeanne Kirkpatrick during the Reagan years. I always found Haley to be cordial

and agreeable as well as knowledgeable and dedicated. Members of her security detail would tell me how thoughtful she was, with no arrogance or condescension. And as a practicing politician for many years, I truly admire how she has bested all the other Trump challengers in what is such a grueling marathon. Running for Congress in a single district for a few months is exhausting enough. Doing that nationwide for more than a year as a decided underdog, defying the odds while fighting off slings and arrows from Trump, is in another league altogether. Having said all that, I don’t think Haley has a real chance of beating Trump to the nomination. The next major contest will be the South Carolina primary on Feb. 24. Though she was a successful governor of that state, polling shows her trailing Trump by as much as 30 points. After that, her only even remote hope would be the multiple state primaries on Super Tuesday, March 5. Adding to her woes

he former ambassador shouldn’t surrender to Trump’s heavyhanded tactics.

is the reality that the more it appears Trump will be the certain nominee, the more her funding will dry up. Still, I think Haley has the right to stay in at least for a while longer. Not only is it difficult for a candidate who has made it this far to give up her dream overnight, but Trump’s barrage of petty attacks on her in his speech after the New Hampshire primary would make her withdrawal from the race appear to be a surrender to his heavy-handed tactics. As for the Trump camp’s appeal for party unity and a concerted effort against Biden, Trump squandered that opportunity not just by attacking Haley, whose support he will need in November. He also missed his chance to lay out his case against Biden before a national audience. My guess is that, sooner rather than later, Haley will realize that she has taken her campaign as far as it can go, and will withdraw. But she will do that at a time and in a manner of her choosing. And she will do it with class. Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.

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ullying is real and pervasive in society today, often driven by the divisive nature of our current political paradigm. Authentic claims of bullying must not be de-legitimized. Step forward unapologetically to oppose inequities in our communities and stakeholders who harbor bias. Leaders seeking to dismantle current systems of inequity frequently become targets of bullying. Advocacy, and the building of a viable movement to reach your goals, is a worthy endeavor for change agents to combat inequipATRiCK ties. Demonizing your presumed piZZo foes is not. There are practical alternatives to find justice and advocate for policy changes — traditional avenues to influence power are the correct routes. Voting, and supporting others who share your views, are the first steps to lasting change. Engaging in a debate over facts isn’t bullying, for those on either side. Accusing someone of bullying you to end the discussion is an admission that your own argument is weak. Name-call-

ing diminishes the veracity of any term correctly applied. Bullying is the unfair and unreasonable application of power to the detriment of the marginalized — the group without power — but that’s a shifting and subjective standard. Bullying accusations, in practice, can be used as a tool of the privileged unethical to obtain an advantage. The misapplication of the term bullying has reached epidemic proportions in our society. This has stifled public debate, to the detriment of our First Amendment right to freedom of speech. Failure to cite facts diverts from an authentic debate. Tactically misleading accusations of bullying from the privileged, who did not help the marginalized for decades, hurt all who have been truly adversely affected. Having objective standards, equally applied, is not bullying; objective standards are a component of equity. Failing to meet the clearly defined standards, and then blaming people working within the system of bullying you, is in fact slander. When false accusations are misapplied, that constitutes bullying of the manager or supervising public servant. Legitimate claims within organizations should be filed by

those aggrieved and fully supported by senior management, but false claims hurt us all. When a rule is legally enacted by a governmental entity, you have not been bullied; you are in fact a member of a functioning democracy. When correctly applied practices are ignored for the benefit of one person or organization, that is improper, and a form of bullying against those not so empowered. Therefore, if you, and those who agree with your position, had the unobstructed right to participate in the process, you were not bullied. You can only legitimately claim that an injustice was done if your ability to vote, or to take part in the process, was obstructed in some way by competing interests. Citizens have the right to be heard and respected. We cannot, and should not, take away anyone’s right to speak. That can sometimes be painful, but that is the price of a free society. What we can, and should, do is not empower those who use their speech and political might to adversely impact ethical citizens. While we have no right to stop their speech, we do have the choice of not tacitly supporting their malice through our silence.

he misuse of the term has reached epidemic proportions in our society.

Recalcitrant people do not need to remain our friends or have unfiltered access to our personal space. Quietly accepting the unacceptable creates the perception that you are sympatico with their beliefs. They have a right to speak, but we all have the responsibility to stand for equity. Leaders who accept malice against the ethical for political expediency may forfeit their moral authority. The remedy for not prevailing in an argument, for initially not succeeding in an endeavor or for losing an election, is not to rail against anyone who does not agree with you. Present a better argument based on facts, focus on improving based on the objective criteria, and vote after objectively reviewing the positions presented. People on the opposite side of these actions need to focus on the humanity behind these situations and do better as well. Respect free speech, including speech with which you disagree. Debate with facts, but do not attack the right of others to hold their opinions. Attacking free speech is the most prevalent form of intimidation that exists today — and yes, that is bullying. Dr. Patrick Pizzo is the assistant superintendent for business and finance in the East Meadow school district, the president of Equity 4 LI Youth and the Education Committee chair for the Hempstead branch of the NAACP.

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t was just one storm — but it was a nasty one. Rain and wind pounded the South Shore well into the evening on Jan. 9. And when the high tide rolled in early the next morning, all bets were off for communities like Freeport, Baldwin Harbor and the Five Towns, among others. Streets, yards and even highways flooded. Stalled cars were found in many of these temporary ponds, almost like boats floating on the water. Yet this was nothing new to so many who call these communities home. And it’s likely to only get worse as time goes by. The seawater surrounding Long Island has been rising more than an inch every decade. By the time our children and grandchildren welcome a new century in 2100, key parts of the South Shore will be underwater. That’s a couple of lifetimes away, but we’re feeling the effects now, when even something as simple as a swelling high tide can wreak havoc on our streets and our properties. Our elected leaders have their work cut out for them as they try to figure out how to curb this rise in the coming years and decades. In the meantime, the rest of us need to make sure we stay safe and keep our families protected.

But what can we do? One, make sure you have flood insurance — and be careful, it’s typically a separate policy from what you might have on your home. But even more important: Heed the warnings of emergency officials when storms or flooding hit an area. If you’re told to evacuate, for example, don’t waste time, and do it. The fears of leaving your home behind, of course, are quite real. What happens if looters get there before you come back? And do you really have to leave? Aren’t emergency officials’ pronouncements more often than not an overreaction? When it comes to natural disasters, it’s all about being safe. The alternative, staying at home, not only threatens your safety — and maybe even your life — but rescuing you later could tie up essential resources that may be needed elsewhere. It’s better to go, and then come back later when you get the all-clear. Whether it’s before, during or after a flood, the National Weather Service says that the most important thing you can do is stay informed. Turn on your local news. Visit your local newspaper’s website. Hop onto social media. Learn about evacuation orders, flooded roads, and anything else that could potentially mean the difference between life and death.

If you’re in an area you think could be subject to flooding, get to higher ground. Secure your home and go. If you have time, unplug appliances, and even disconnect utilities. And on top of everything else, avoid floodwaters. Don’t drive through them. Don’t walk through them. Just stay away. You might think you know where the bottom is — and the water may seem almost serene — but you have no idea what’s below the surface. The ground could have been washed away, and there’s a chance a current is flowing just below where you can see — enough to pull you away, or even under. And if that’s not enough, driving through saltwater will ruin your car. While Nassau County has avoided flood-related deaths for the most part in recent years, that doesn’t mean it can’t happen. More than half of those lives lost occur when people drive or walk into floodwaters, according to the weather service. Even a half-foot of fast-moving water is enough to knock a grown adult off their feet and carry them away. Double that, and ponding water can move a small car. Long Island is our home. It’s where we work, or go to school. We want to continue living here a long time — and we start by staying safe.

Letters A call for accountability: Nassau County residents deserve better To the Editor: Nassau County residents, it’s time to shine a spotlight on the allocation of our federal pandemic aid. The recent decision by Republican-led Nassau County lawmakers to redirect most of the $262 million to the general fund rather than the originally allocated essential community projects is not only disheartening, but irresponsible. This substantial funding, which already had bipartisan resolutions in the Legislature, was intended to directly impact our community by assisting with funding mental health programs, addressing food insecurity, enhancing public safety, supporting public-works projects, and aiding small businesses. Instead, the diversion of this money to the general fund raises concerns about neglecting urgent needs for the sake of political interests. Particularly distressing is the allocation of $10 million for a marketing and tourism budget celebrating the county’s 125th anniversary. This move suggests a focus on political patronage rather than addressing the pressing needs of Nassau County residents. Equally troubling are the actions of Legislator Mazi Melesa Pilip, a key figure in this decision and

the Republican candidate in the Feb. 13 special congressional election. Leaving the meeting before the vote demonstrates a neglect of legislative responsibilities. Is this the representation the 3rd Congressional District deserves? Residents of the district, remember that actions speak louder than words! It’s

crucial to observe and question the decisions of our representatives, especially Pilip’s choice to walk out on responsibilities and abstain from voting. Now, more than ever, we must hold our elected leaders accountable. We demand transparency and the effective use of funds for the betterment of all of Nassau

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atching the war between Israel and Hamas continue, I am heartbroken. Like any person of goodwill, I am pained by the babies, young people, women, elderly and all people taken hostage by Hamas, including my neighbor Omer Neutra. I am angry that some 1,200 Israeli civilians were murdered in ways that the most twisted minds couldn’t imagine. However, I am also grieving for Palestinians held eriC hostage by post Hamas. Women, children and others who didn’t ask to be part of this conflict. People whose homes, schools, hospitals and even

mosques have been turned into weapons-storage facilities and bases to fight Israeli soldiers. It is particularly important, when speaking about the conflict, for both supporters and detractors of Israel to uncouple Hamas from innocent Palestinians in Gaza. Yes, there are child soldiers, and many children are inculcated to hate from a young age, but they, too, are victims. Victims of a terrorist group that puts a higher priority on the death of Israel than the lives of its own civilians. There is another reason to distinguish between Hamas and innocent Palestinians. On Oct. 7, while homes in southern Israel were still burning and

Hamas terrorists were still inside Israel, many anti-Israel protesters didn’t make the distinction between Hamas and innocent Palestinians. We rarely heard condemnation of the Hamas attack. When calling for a better life for the Palestinians in Gaza, or a ceasefire, there was no mention of Israeli hostages or murdered civilians. We’ve seen similar language on college campuses nationwide and in rallies in New York City. We have seen posters of hostages torn down, we have seen anti-Zionist phrases like “From the river to the sea” uttered, and violent mobs that look nothing like the peace vigils of those who support Israel. This in itself is a microcosm of the HamasIsrael conflict. I am led to believe that

e must recognize the difference between Gaza’s terrorists and its victims.

without caveats, without clarifying statements, many of Israel’s detractors do not support a Jewish state, and may even support the murder of innocent Israelis. I hope I’m wrong. If we can’t agree to disagree here, how can we ever imagine a negotiated solution to the conflict in the Middle East? So my request to Israel’s supporters and detractors is this: If you support a long-term solution to this conflict that allows Israelis and Palestinians alike to thrive, distinguish between those in Gaza who are terrorists and those who are victims of Hamas. As Israel seeks to destroy Hamas, a goal it will achieve, it is incumbent on all of us to separate those who will be defeated with Hamas, and those who deserve a better way of life moving forward. Eric Post is the Long Island regional director of the American Jewish Committee.

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Letters County. It’s time to prioritize our well-being over political interests and ensure that our elected officials truly represent the needs and concerns of our community. ALExIS PACE Long Beach

Is Lancman aware of Pilip’s IDF experience? To the Editor: In his letter in the Jan. 18-24 issue, “Tom Suozzi, American Jewry and Israel — the right man at the right time,” Rory Lancman used 500 words to posit the absurd idea that Tom Suozzi will be a better supporter of Israel than Mazi Pilip, who was a paratrooper in the Israel Defense Forces. Sorry, even 5,000 words wouldn’t convince anyone. DENNIS DuFFY Lynbrook

Suozzi is a champion in ‘tikkun olam,’ repairing the world To the Editor: If Democratic, Republican and independent voters in the Third Congressional District might agree on anything, it’s that our politics and world seem broken. As a proud Jewish-American, I strongly support Tom Suozzi for Congress. He embodies the principles of “tikkun olam,” the Jewish concept of “repairing the world.”

Having Suozzi in Congress to fight for Israel and promote a secure and lasting peace in the Middle East could not be more urgent. As a strong non-Jewish ally, he is uniquely qualified to fight within his party, and work across the aisle, to maintain the bipartisan support that is so critical for Israel. Tom will work tirelessly to combat antisemitism and all other forms of hate, ensuring that Jews and other religious minorities can live safely in the u.S. His commitment to many Jewish institutions in our community, including Jewish schools, community centers, and the Holocaust Center in Glen Cove, spans over three decades. Suozzi’s impact on education, health care, the environment, reducing gun violence, and preserving a woman’s right to choose resonates strongly with Jewish values. He has received the Gun Sense Candidate distinction from Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, and has been endorsed by the Planned Parenthood Action Fund, the New York State Nurses Association, NYSuT, the League of Conservation Voters Action Fund and the Sierra Club, among others. Despite the desperate disinformation spread by his opponents, Suozzi has a realistic and nuanced approach to immigration, keeping with the Jewish value of “Welcome the stranger.” That’s why he worked with Republicans to develop a plan to pay for a secure border, and pathways for immigrants seeking a better life to remain legally and pay taxes in the u.S. His bipartisan approach and collaborative spirit make him a leader who can bridge divides, cultivate unity, and champion the values we hold dear. His experience

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and proven ability to work across party lines demonstrate his effectiveness in getting things done for all of his constituents. Tom’s dedication to public service, proven track record and commitment to transparency starkly contrast with his opponent. The voters of this district need and deserve someone who will hit the ground running, not someone requiring on-the-job training. unfortunately, Suozzi’s opponent has refused to debate. Like her friend

George Santos, she has scant relevant experience. She won’t answer questions or state her positions, even when civic groups and the media have repeatedly asked for them. She also has questionable financials and resists transparency. Please join me in voting for Tom Suozzi in the Feb. 13 special election. I look forward to seeing him contribute to improving our district and our country. ALLISON WHITE Port Washington

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