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From the village to the Coliseum Toniann Butler sings the national anthem at Nets game sing, she said, adding that she was glad she could be part of the energetic environment in Toniann Butler gave a slam- the arena. “I found their information dunk performance on Jan. 23 when she helped kick off a on Instagram and I called someone who works with the team,” Brooklyn Nets game. Butler came from her home she said. “They were really in Lynbrook to sing the nation- easy to work with, and I was al anthem at Nassau Coliseum able to book this performance.” Growing up in in Uniondale. The Lynbrook, she took 29-year-old manager part in school of Lynbrook TV has plays. And with the been singing the help of “great anthem at various musical teachers” eve n t s fo r t h re e and private lessons, years now, but this she said, she perwas the biggest one for med at the yet. Although the state’s school music Nets lost to the association. Knicks, 108-103, But“T hat’s how I ler gave a perforstarted,” Butler mance that she will said. “It took me never forget. time to really prac“I started singing tice singing and the national anthem take things more at 9/11 ceremonies, ToNIANN BUTlER seriously.” a n d I g r a d u a l l y Lynbrook She said she started to sing it at wished she had more events,” she said. “So I wasn’t really ner- taken advantage of more singvous to sing at the Nets game, ing opportunities when she was younger, but she is trying to as I felt prepared.” Butler said she was really make up for that now. In the happy to perform at the Colise- past few years she has perum with her friends and family formed at Lynbrook Oktoberin the crowd. They were sup- fest, Lynbrook Titans football portive and excited to see her
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Budding artists’ work selected for county exhibit Students from Waverly Park, Marion Street — shown here — and more schools in Lynbrook have been chosen to display their art in the 20th annual Nassau All-County Art Exhibition. Story, more photos, page 11.
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Top musicians make All-County in Lynbrook Almost 80 students from the Lynbrook Public School District recently earned the prestigious honor of being selected to represent the district in various All-County performing groups. Students from throughout Nassau County are nominated by their schools, but only the highest-ranking musicians are selected. Musicians at each school — Lynbrook High School, South and North middle schools, and West End, Waverly Park and Marion Street elementary schools — worked together to rehearse and prepare for their concerts, which took place at the LIU Post Tilles Center from Jan. 2 to 14. The district commends these talented musicians for their dedication.
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These four students from Waverly Park were picked to sing at a concert in early January. They represented the school at the All-County performance.
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GAMES TO WATCH Thursday, Feb. 8 Girls Basketball: Wantagh at Lynbrook .................5:15 p.m. Boys Basketball: Island Trees at Malverne................. 7 p.m. Boys Basketball: West Hemp. at East Rockaway ....... 7 p.m. Girls Basketball: Friends Academy at Lawrence ........ 7 p.m. Girls Basketball: East Rockaway at West Hemp......... 7 p.m.
Friday, Feb. 9 Girls Basketball: Westbury at Uniondale ................... 5 p.m. Girls Basketball: V.S. Central at Long Beach.............. 5 p.m. Girls Basketball: Manhasset at Hewlett................5:30 p.m. Boys Basketball: Syosset at Oceanside .................... 7 p.m. Boys Basketball: Hicksville at Freeport...................... 7 p.m. Boys Basketball: South Side at Kennedy .................. 7 p.m. Boys Basketball: Baldwin at Plainview ...................... 7 p.m. Girls Basketball: Plainview at Baldwin ....................... 7 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 10 Boys Basketball: Calhoun at Elmont .......................10 a.m. Girls Basketball: G.N. North at Carey ......................10 a.m. Boys Basketball: Long Beach at V.S. Central ...........12 p.m. Boys Basketball: G.N. South at East Meadow .........12 p.m. Boys Basketball: Garden City at Sewanhaka ..........12 p.m. Girls Basketball: MacArthur at Mepham .................12 p.m. Girls Basketball: Elmont at Calhoun.......................... 2 p.m. Girls Basketball: Kennedy at South Side..............3:30 p.m.
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Seeking to avenge its only conference loss of the season and secure at least a share of the Nassau A-1 girls’ basketball title, Lynbrook exploded out of the gate Monday night at Plainedge and scored the game’s first dozen points. The Owls led by as many as 14, but things began to unravel early in the second quarter and Lucy Younghans led a spirited comeback for Plainedge by scoring 15 of her game-high 24 points in the third to lead a 49-44 home victory. She was the Red Devils’ lone double-digit scorer. Junior Cate Jennings (15) and freshman Jessie Vuotto (14) led Lynbrook, which fell for only the third time in 18 games. The Owls also lost junior AllCounty point guard Brooke Mazzei (broken foot) for at least three weeks. “I’m devastated for her,” Lynbrook head coach Koren Pena said of Mazzei, who had recently returned from a fourgame absence due to a broken nose. “We play at a different speed when she’s on the floor,” she added. “I had concern right away because she’s such a tough kid. When she broke her nose a little more than a month ago, she said she was fine. Tonight she told me she thought this was bad.” Mazzei had a steal and end-to-end layup during the game-opening run and knocked down a pair of free throws early in the second quarter. Her 11.5 points per game will be missed along with her dynamic court presence, but the Owls “have been down this road before,” Pena noted. “We have to get ready for Wantagh on Thursday and that’s our last conference game,” Pena said. “We were able to beat them the first time without Brooke. Everyone stepped up that day and that’s what we’ll need again and moving forward.” The Owls (9-2 in A-1) won 20 games last season and reached the Nassau Class A championship, falling to Manhasset. They figure to be one of the top four seeds, depending on the Want-
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Junior Cate Jennings scored 15 points Monday evening but the Owls were unable to fend off Plainedge and lost for just the third time this season. agh result, and will host a playoff game Feb. 17. Plainedge boosted its playoff resume by completing a sweep of Lynbrook. Down 20-7 when Mazzei suffered the injury, the Red Devils scored 11 of the last 17 points of the first half to get within 26-18 at intermission. Foul trouble became a factor for the Owls in the third quarter when Jennings picked up her fourth personal at the 3:47 mark and senior Mackenzie Casey’s four th soon followed. In between, Kiera Reed gave Plainedge its
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Long Island is in dire need of volunteer firefighters. Here in Nassau County, for example, just 6,000 men and women serve local departments — not enough to serve a county of nearly 1.5 million residents. “It’s a crisis,” said Michael Uttaro, Nassau County’s fire marshal. The county saw a large boost in volunteer firefighters just after the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, reaching more than 10,000 strong at its peak. But that enthusiasm has since dwindled, Uttaro said, and protecting communities depends on those willing to step up and defend it. “We had a little bit of a spike where people wanted to help their communities,” he said. “They were inspired and had feelings of patriotism. That has waned off. And it’s waned off significantly.” But not all is lost. Edward Tase Jr., president of the Firefighters Association of the State of New York, believes it is up to local fire departments — and ultimately the state — to help fix this issue and raise volunteer numbers. In fact, the state firefighters association is calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul to properly invest in recruitment efforts. Otherwise, the volunteer-based system that has always fueled Long Island may
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Donald Corkery, president of the New York State Association of Fire Districts, shares a study from the state firefighters association at the Nassau County Firefighters Museum and Education Center in Uniondale, which found nearly half of New York residents are interested in becoming volunteer firefighters. eventually collapse, forcing both Nassau and Suffolk counties to move toward professional firefighters, like those in neighboring New York City. And that could get expensive. The 80,000 volunteers who staff fire departments throughout the state save taxpayers $4.7 billion each year, according to a state firefighters association study. There are 179 fire departments on Long Island — more than 70 of them found in Nassau — with all but two being volunteer. “We’re fighting with the government right now,” Tase said. “When you join as
a volunteer firefighter, you get a $200 credit on your state income tax. I’m pushing to get it to $800, and pushing for the state to understand the value that we provide.” But volunteering comes with other perks and benefits beyond the income tax credit: breaks on property taxes, grants and scholarships for free or reduced college tuition, and even retirement benefits and service pensions. “We need to do better and connect more with the communities we serve,” Uttaro said, adding that by having better
community connections, the county can not only grow its active volunteer roster, but also increase the fire department’s diversity. Although Nassau’s population is becoming more diverse, those demographics aren’t always translating over into the community fire departments. “We’re missing those folks,” Uttaro said, “and the opportunity to get them to join and let them know about the community they just moved into, and how they can help.” Another state study found that nearly half of New York residents are interested in volunteering at their local fire department — something Uttaro says he wants to capitalize on. More than “66 percent of the people surveyed said they would stop down at their local firehouse to get more information on volunteering,” the fire marshal said, “so now it is our job to roll out the welcome mat.” Regina Cabrera found her way to volunteering for her local fire department in Patchogue. And despite what some might believe about doing this kind of work, there is still plenty of opportunity to still have a life outside of the fire station. “I have a social life,” she said. “I go to church. I have a 9-to-5. I do a lot. But why not push yourself to do something? You don’t know what you’re capable of until you try.”
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Mallory Lensing’s second grade class at Waverly Park Elementary School went crazy for crazy hair day part of No Name-Calling Week from Jan. 16 to 19.
Andrew Cangiano and Giselle Lieb stood against hate by having fun with their crazy hair.
Hair came in all colors during No Name-Calling Week.
No Name-Calling Week was a fun week of expression for the Waverly Park community.
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The Waverly Park Elementary School community in the Lynbrook School District took a stand against bullying and promoted inclusivity during No NameCalling Week from Jan. 16 to 19. Each day of the week, students expressed themselves while following a theme that encouraged them to combat hate with messages of acceptance, such as a crazy hair day. Each class also listened to “Ouch Moments” by Michael Genhart, which emphasizes the impact that hurtful words can have on those bullied. Classes then discussed how it feels to be affected by hurtful words and identified positive words that can help or heal.
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Cynthia Dorfman celebrated a century of life She’s a mother, an educator, a world traveler and turned 100 last month Cynthia Dorfman (née Breakstone) celebrated a milestone achieved by few — she turned 100 years old. She celebrated alongside her family and the staff at her home of Atria Park in Lynbrook. Born on Jan. 15, 1924, in Manhattan, Dorfman entered the world as the eldest of four siblings. A lifelong learner, she began her academic journey at New York University, a path briefly paused by meeting her future husband, Lawrence Dorfman, on February 20, 1944. The early years of Cynthia and Lawrence’s marriage were nomadic — the couple followed Lawrence’s pursuits in dental school and his service in the Korean War in a M.A.S.H. Unit. During these travels, Cynthia became a mother to two sons, Drew and Mark. In 1954, the family laid down roots in Fresh Meadows, Queens. Cynthia’s thirst for knowledge rekindled in 1968 when she embarked on a career in education, teaching English at Bayside High School. Her intellectual pursuits didn’t stop there as she earned a Master of Science in Education from St. John’s University in 1973. Cynthia’s 17-and-a-half-year tenure as an educator concluded with her retirement in 1986, leaving behind a legacy of inspired students and a commitment to lifelong learning. Post-retirement, Cynthia, alongside her beloved “Larry,” indulged in their
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Cynthia Dorfman blew out the candles on her 100 birthday cake. She’s not only an educator, but also an adventurer — in her century of life, she has visited every continent multiple times. shared passion for travel. The pair explored every continent multiple times over their 73 years together. They built their dream home in Goshen, CT, where the entire family would gather to create memories. Cynthia’s lifelong interest in the arts prompted her to become a docent at the New Britain Museum of American Art. Their love story, and their shared passion for adventure, con-
tinued until Lawrence’s passing in 2017. Cynthia returned to New York to be closer to her family: her son Mark (d. 2020), his wife Roseanne, their children and spouses — Jason and his wife Demi, and Sarah and her husband Matthew. Cynthia cherished her great-grandsons, Leonardo and Giovanni. She has since been an integral part of the Atria Park community, where she now lives — she
Cynthia Dorfman is not only a mother and grandmother, but a great grandmother too — she cherishes her great grandsons Leonardo and Giovanni. even broke a world record on their crew team, a testament to her enthusiasm for life and adventure.
Local celebrity predicts an early spring By BERNADETTE GIACOMAZZO bgiacomazzo@liherald.com
Neighbors turn up every Groundhog Day to see what local critter celebrity, Malverne Mel, has to say about the weather in the coming months. And this Groundhog Day was no different. Mel offered the same predictions as his fellow groundhog compatriots – Holtsville Hal, Staten Island Chuck, and Punxsutawny Phil – when his failure to see his shadow suggested an early spring would be upon Long Island in 2024. This year’s prediction marked the first time in three years that the Long Island groundhogs agreed with one another about the future forecasts. Shortly before 7:30 in the morning on Friday, Malverne Village Mayor Tim Sullivan read Mel’s prediction – though, in typical Sullivan fashion, his narrative was decidedly direct. “When looking for his shadow, he ran out of his house, he could not see it,” he said. Meanwhile, over in Suffolk County, the predictions were a lot more poetic. “At sunrise, the sky was filled with more than one cloud, and so I hope your cheers will be quite loud — I did not see my shadow in the early mor ning
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Local mayors, including Alan Beach, and neighbors alike were thrilled that Malverne Mel predicted an early spring. hours,” said Dan Losquadro, the Town of Brookhaven highway superintendent. “And so, the wait will not be long until we see the flowers, sun, and warm temperatures the next few weeks will bring. I hope everyone enjoys this year’s spring.” In 2010, residents were questioning whether Malverne Mel would indeed make his permanent home in the town.
Suggestions made by the groundhog’s caretaker, Andre Ricaud, to house Mel and other farm animals at Grossmann’s Farm were turned down by the Nassau Land Trust, the nonprofit group that operates the county-owned farm. “At this point in the development of the programs for the farm, it’s premature for us to commit to the scale of what was proposed,” said the trust’s
founder and chairman, Lloyd Zuckerberg, at the time. “We have other things that we feel are more important to the core operations of the farm that we need to get in order before we can entertain the idea of a petting zoo.” Malverne Mel, however, seems to have settled in nicely the town – and now that spring is near, residents seem to love him even more.
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All-county artists from Lynbrook High School.
Art selected for All-County exhibit Marion Street students were selected to have their art displayed in Nassau All-County Art Exhibition in March.
The work of artists from throughout the Lynbrook School District have recently been selected to be showcased in an upcoming countywide exhibition. Artists from all seven Lynbrook schools — Lynbrook High School, South and North middle schools, West End, Waverly Park and Marion Street elementary schools, and the Kindergarten Center — will be featured in the 20th annual Nassau All-County Art Exhibition. Artwork by students from throughout the county are featured in the prestigious exhibit. Student artwork will be on display Sunday, March 10, from noon to 4 p.m. for all to view at W.T. Clarke High School in East Meadow.
Artists from South Middle School will have their art featured at prestigious art exhibit.
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NYU Langone unveils ambulatory care center By NICOLE FORMISANO nformisano@liherald.com
NYU Langone designed its new ambulatory care facility with a goal in mind: Creating a one-stop destination for patients’’ medical needs. The hospital — at 1111 Franklin Ave., in Garden City — offers more than 30 specialties under one roof, intended to make the days of running between appointments and specialists a thing of the past. “So, it’s no longer having the patient go to multiple places — the places come to them,” said Martin Chavez, chief of maternal-fetal medicine, at the Garden City center. “And it’s not so bad of a place to be when you need services.” The new hospital encompasses an entire half-mile block — which some neighbors may remember as the old Bloomingdale’s store — making it the largest ambulatory care center on Long Island. The $170 million facility is the latest development in Nassau County’s goal of becoming a premier site for health care, said County Executive Bruce Blakeman. “The county is investing a significant amount of money in marketing Nassau County as a destination site for medical tourism,” he said. “I believe this is very, very important for our economy. It is a jewel in our whole economic development of the region. “That’s what’s so great, is to have a
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Fostering a collaborative environment was one of the most important design priorities, senior director Jean Marie Addeo said. The 300 doctors and 600 nurses and support staff work together to make patients feel comfortable. facility like this. So that people in this community who have a medical condition can get the high-quality, first-class treatment — I would say world-class treatment — here that you don’t find in many places across the world.” The ambulatory care center expects 35,000 patient visits every month, NYU Langone officials say they want to deliver hospital care without an atmosphere of coldness or sterility. The center features floor-to-ceiling windows for natural light, colorful couches and coffee tables, and an outdoor garden.
“It makes a huge difference — you can see it in our patients,” Chavez said. “You can see it when our patients are able to come in and be in a comfortable environment as they wait. “Whether it’s an exam room, an ultrasound room, a consultation room, it doesn’t matter. They feel at ease. They feel safe. They feel like it’s the level of care they deserve and expect.” Experiencing illness or chronic health issues is stressful enough. The ambulatory care center is designed to remove the added challenge of juggling different spe-
cialists. Someone who is visiting a pulmonologist and discovers heart issues, for example, can now just head down the hallway to the cardiology department, rather than be caught in a cycle of referrals. “It’s not only a wonderful environment for our patients, it’s a wonderful environment to be a clinician for patients as well,” Chavez said. “Now all I have to do is walk down the hall and I can get a consultation, or talk with a colleague about a complex patient.” Balancing 25 consolidated practices and 32 specialties was no small feat, facility senior director JeanMarie Addeo said. She and other NYU Langone administrators had to figure out which departments should be separated, which should be neighbors, and which needed the most space. The resulting flow has created a very collaborative environment. The 600 nurses and support staff even have something of a running competition, Addeo said: Memorize each of the 300 doctors’ names, specialties and floors so they can match any patient to any doctor. Although the care center’s resources play a significant role in its success with patients, she added, the staffers are the real key to quality health care. “I’m incredibly proud of this beautiful, wonderful facility,” Blakeman said. “But more importantly, the people that work here that provide health care to our whole population.”
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By Karen Bloom Super Sunday weekend is upon us. And with it, the start of the Year of the Dragon, which arrives Feb. 10. Before everyone’s attention turns to the Big Game, why not partake of some more New Year’s revelry with an Asian twist? So take out the broom and sweep away the winter doldrums with a Lunar New Year gathering. The dragon is the sixth year of the Chinese zodiac, which consists of 12 years (and 12 different animals) total. A majestic and lucky creature in Chinese folklore, the dragon symbolizes bravery, creativity and innovation. According to the Chinese horoscope, 2024 is a year full of potential and opportunities for personal growth, professional success and social impact. The dragon is also associated with one of the five elements: wood, fire, earth, metal or water. Each element gives the dragon a different personality and destiny. Actually the Year of the Wood Dragon, 2024 is also known as Yang Wood on Dragon, or Jia Chen. The fixed element of the dragon (chen) is Earth (Wu), which represents stability, honesty and loyalty. The variable element of the dragon in 2024 is yang wood, or jia, further representing growth, creativity and flexibility. The wood dragon, according to the lore, is the most creative and visionary of the dragons. They are optimistic, ambitious and adventurous — ready to explore new ideas and challenge themselves. They are also generous, compassionate, and loyal to their friends. Therefore, the Year of the Dragon in 2024 is expected to be a time of visionary leaders, innovators and problem solvers. It’s also predicted to be a great year to start new projects, explore new opportunities, and create value for yourself and others. Lunar New Year is all about spectacle, from those ubiquitous fireworks and dancing dragons, to an assortment of delectable food. That’s why it’s a holiday anyone can enjoy — and a great time to host a party. From the décor and color scheme, to the food, Lunar New Year is rich in beautiful symbols. If you’ve got a round table, this is the time to use it, because it is a sign of wholeness. Decorate it with red and gold accents to represent good luck and prosperity. During Lunar New Year, the color red is everywhere. People wear red, decorate with poems on red paper, and give children “hong bao” (or “lucky money”) in red envelopes. That’s because red symbolizes happiness, abundance and good fortune. It also symbolizes fire, which according to legend, can drive away bad luck. There are all sorts of symbolic foods, each associated with specific blessings or good luck. Noodles — in dishes such as Snake Alley Noodles — stand for longevity. Pork symbolizes wealth. A whole chicken? Completeness and prosperity. Supplement the meal with other symbolic foods, such as pot stickers or spring rolls (said to bring prosperity because they resemble gold ingots); a bowl of tangerines or oranges
(their Chinese names sound like the words for “luck” and “wealth”); fortune cookies to go with dessert — you can even insert your own customized fortunes for the year ahead. For the ultimate in a customized fortune, make homemade fortune cookies and write creative fortunes to delight and amuse your guests. And at the stroke of midnight, open your doors and windows to release the stresses of the old year.
Lucky Day Stir Fry
• 1/3 cup stir-fry Sauce • 1 large clove garlic, pressed • 1/2 pound fresh asparagus • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil • 1 medium onion, sliced • 1/2 pound fresh snow peas, trimmed • 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch strips • 10 to 12 ears canned whole baby corn, rinsed (optional) Combine stir-fry sauce and garlic. Cut asparagus crosswise into 2-inch pieces. Heat oil in hot wok or large skillet over high heat. Add asparagus and onion; stir-fry 2 minutes. Add snow peas; stir-fry 2 minutes. Add red bell pepper; stir-fry 2 minutes. Add corn; stir-fry 1 minute. Pour in stir-fry sauce mixture and cook, stirring, until vegetables are coated with sauce. Serve immediately.
Classic Fried Rice
• 6 strips bacon, cut 1/2-inch pieces • 1 egg, beaten • 8 green onions and tops, sliced • 4 cups cold, cooked rice • 1 tablespoon minced garlic • 3 tablespoons soy sauce Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Move bacon to the side of the pan; add egg and scramble. Move egg over and add green onions to the skillet; saute for about a minute. Stir in the rice, add garlic and soy sauce. Toss until mixture is well blended and heated through.
Snake Alley Noodles
• 3/4 pound uncooked spaghetti • 1/4 cup soy sauce • 2 tablespoons dry sherry • 4 teaspoons cornstarch • 1 pound ground pork • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper • 3/4 cup chopped green onions and tops • 1/2 pound cooked baby shrimp, rinsed and drained Cook spaghetti according to package directions, omitting salt; drain and keep warm. Meanwhile, combine soy sauce, sherry, cornstarch and 1 cup water. Stir-fry pork with ginger, garlic and red pepper in hot wok or large skillet over medium heat, until pork is cooked. Add green onions; stir-fry 1 minute. Add soy sauce mixture; cook and stir until mixture boils and thickens slightly. Stir in shrimp and heat through. Pour over noodles and toss to combine. Enjoy!
Relive those great R&B tunes of days gone by as some top R&B groups take the stage at Adelphi University’s Performing Arts Center for an evening of classic sounds. Blue Magic, Black Ivory and The Legendary Blue Notes featuring Sugar Bear sing their greatest hits. The evening is hosted by ‘Big Murph’ of Classic Soul 107.5 FM’s ‘Murph in the Morning and Instant Classic Radio Show.’ Sing along to such favorites as ‘If You Don’t Know Me By Now,’ ‘I Miss You,’ ‘Don’t Turn Around’ and ‘Sideshow.’ The iconic Philly soul group Blue Magic — known for dreamy ballads and choreographed stage moves — peaked in 1974 with the Top 10 pop hit ‘Sideshow.’ Romantic, sensual, soothing and captivating are the words that describe Blue Magic’s musical talents. They reached Gold status with ‘Sideshow,’ their first million-selling hit single. Besides their exquisite vocal harmonies. they’re also known for their masterful storytelling choreography. Friday, Feb. 9, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $45. Performing Arts Center, 1 South Ave., Garden City. Adelphi. edu/pac, or (516) 877-4000.
‘Easy come, easy go’ Queen-mania rocks on. Almost Queen is back with their homage to the beloved band. They don’t just pay tribute to the legendary band, they transport 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. Their authenticity shines through in their impeccable attention to detail and genuine costumes, while their live energy and precision will leave fans of all ages with an unforgettable concert experience. Saturday, Feb. 10, 8 p.m. $79.50, $69.50, $59.50, $49.50, $39.50, $29.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.
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Friends of the Brothers visits the Landmark stage with their dynamic tribute to the Allman Brothers, Friday, Feb. 16, 8 p.m. Their powerful celebration of the Allman Brothers, featuring musician closely associated with the original band, continues the brotherhood with passion, committed to the ideals of every night being special and unique. Guitarist/singer Junior Mack has fronted Jaimoe’s Jasssz Band for 12 years and starred in the acclaimed Broadway show “Lackawanna Blues.” Guitarist Andy Aledort played with Dickey Betts for 12 years, has recorded with Double Trouble and Band of Gypsys and toured with Experience Hendrix. Singer/guitarist Alan Paul is the author of “One Way Out,” the definitive, best-selling Allman Brothers Band biography based on 25 years of reporting on and interviewing the band. Their first-hand experience with the Allman Brothers Band and their deep knowledge of the repertoire and the music’s roots and heritage allows them to play with an unrivaled depth. They perform songs from every stage of the Allman Brothers Band’s career, backed by a band of inspirational, veteran players, including drummers Dave Diamond (Zen Tricksters, Bob Weir, Robert Randolph) and Lee Finkelstein (Tower of Power, Blues Brothers), bassist Craig Privett (Half Step) and keyboardist Mike Katzman (Leslie Mendelsohn, The Electrix). Hear songs from every stage of the Allman Brothers’ career, backed by a band of inspirational, veteran players. $33, $28. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. (516) 767-6444 or LandmarkOnMainStreet.org.
Veteran Benefit Seminar
What benefits are available to veterans and their spouses? This seminar, held by a credited veteran service officer on behalf of Disabled American Veterans, can help you find out. The presentation, Saturday, Feb. 24, beginning at 10 a.m., at Robert F. Garrison Veterans of Foreign Wars Post # 3350, covers benefit claims, spousal pension, tax exemptions and more. Free for the first 70 people who wish to attend. 164 Main St.., East Rockaway Contact Pat Iuliucci, Post Quartermaster, (516) 887-8170, or email VFWpost3350@yahoo. com for more information.
Art talk 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.
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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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.
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‘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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Lunar New Year celebration Welcome the Year of the Dragon at Long Island Children’s Museum, Saturday, Feb. 10, 12-2 p.m. Stop by to learn all about this special year, believed to bring an abundance of opportunities, wealth and luck for everyone. Make a dragon craft to take home. For ages 3 and up. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. (516) 224-5800 or LICM.org.
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Cinderella, a zany Godmother, a trip to the royal ball, and a glass slipper continues to delight audiences everywhere. The most classic of all fairy tales springs to life in this Sunrise Theatre Company’s production of the classic tale, Saturday, Feb. 10, 11 a.m.; Sunday, Feb. 11, noon. Follow along in this fast-paced musical production as the ragged Cinderella meets up with the handsome prince looking for a bride. All tickets $15. Visit the Sunrise stage at The Showplace at Bellmore Movies, 222 Pettit Ave., Bellmore. For information/tickets, SunriseTheatreLI.com or call (516) 218-2782.
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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Elementary school students send aid to Kenya Third graders at Marion Street Elementary School in Lynbrook have been learning about different countries by making virtual visits. In their extensive research, students’ first stop is to Kenya, where they will also be sending fundraised money for students in need. Students have been researching Kenya to create slideshow presentations about the culture, traditions, and geography of the country. On postcards, students will detail what their trip to Kenya entailed after a virtual field trip. Classes read “Neema’s Reason to Smile” by Patricia Newman and discussed the protagonist’s dreams and reflected on dreams of their own. Then, they created their own bracelets with recycled paper beads from Kenya. In addition to their studies, third graders have successfully raised money for students in need in Kenya. Marion Street third graders have helped to make a positive impact with the partnership of Donna Rosenblum, who has followed the children and their journey at the Jambo Jipya Children’s home for the past several years. Most recently, they have successfully opened the Reason2Smile library. — Ben Fiebert
Students creating and wearing their own bracelets with recycled paper beads from Kenya. Photos courtesy Lynbrook Public Schools
Third graders at Marion Street Elementary School sending aid to students in need in Kenya after recently studying the country.
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LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE OF COUNTY TREASURER’S SALE OF TAX LIENS ON REAL ESTATE
Notice is hereby given that I shall, commencing on February 20, 2024, sell at public on-line auction the tax liens on real estate herein-after described, unless the owner, mortgagee, occupant of or any other party-ininterest in such real estate shall pay to the County Treasurer by February 15, 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 per cent per six month’s 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 20, 2024 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.nassaucountyny.gov/526/County-Treasurer Should the Treasurer determine that an in-person 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. The liens are for arrears of School District taxes for the year 2022 - 2023 and/or County, Town, and Special District taxes for the year 2023. The following is a partial listing of the real estate located in school district number(s) 20, 19 in the Town of Hempstead only, upon which tax liens are to be sold, with a brief description of the same by reference to the County Land and Tax Map, the name of the owner or occupant as the same appears on the 2022/2023 tentative assessment roll, and the total amount of such unpaid taxes. IMPORTANT THE NAMES OF OWNERS SHOWN ON THIS LIST MAY NOT NECESSARILY BE THE NAMES OF THE PERSONS OWNING THE PROPERTY AT THE TIME OF THIS ADVERTISEMENT. SUCH NAMES HAVE BEEN TAKEN FROM THE 2022/2023 TENTATIVE ASSESSMENT ROLLS AND MAY DIFFER FROM THE NAMES OF THE OWNERS AT THE TIME OF PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. IT MAY ALSO BE THAT SUCH OWNERS ARE NOMINAL ONLY AND ANOTHER PERSON IS ACTUALLY THE BENEFICIAL OWNER.
TOwN OF HEMPSTEAd SCHOOL:19 EAST ROCkAwAY UFSd Name Parcel Group Lot ATLANTIC AVENUE PROPERTIES LLC 38141 00480 B1 & L REALTY LLC 38297 00050 5,6 MCHALE KATHLEEN TRUST 38297 01260 MCCORMACK VERONICA T. 38446 03610 CIRILLO PATRICIA 38482 00680 68-69 FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOC 38492 00640 64-66 MARTORELLA ANTHONY & ELEANOR 38497 00120 14 DAVISON PLAZA ASSOC LLC 38506 00200 KUHNLE MARIANNE R 38525 04270 427-428 GUNNING ROBERT C 42 A 00300 30-31,71 HARRICHARRAN JENIFER 42007 02770 KELLEY JOSEPH N 42017 01800 TAGLIANETTI DEBRA 42018 05210 521,522 NEUMAN MARK E 42021 00040 GUNNING NORMAN 42026 04190 MILLER ALLEN & LILLIAN 42027 01030
Amount 10,534.46 9,181.79 305.23 8,815.41 14,453.28 7,938.74 1,950.45 9,660.82 13,083.90 2,733.69 13,148.15 7,086.33 13,348.46 5,725.57 876.04 2,784.29
MNJR PROPERTIES LLC 42028 00240 24-25 KEON TINA LIN & WOEHLING HENRY 42029 00100 10-11 HAMILTON AUDREY 42037 00140 WAYAR JORGE 42037 00330 BATTISTA THOMAS & KAREN 42040 00260 26-27 THOMAS CHARLES & LORAINE 42041 00060 6-7 PURDIE GORDON CHARLES 42041 00140 14-15 SUGRUE CHRISTOPHER 42045 00130 CUSICK FELICIA H 42049 01010 CRISCI PATRICIA A 42059 01180 AYERS JAMES & KELL JILLIAN 42059 01220 US BANK TRUST 42067 0144A 144A,144B,144C RIOS FAMILY REALTY LLC 42070 00060 MOLINARI GUS R LIFE ESTATE 42075 02230 6 5TH AVE DEVELOPMENT & CONSTRU 42081 02380 6 5TH AVE DEVELOPMENT & CONSTRU 42081 02390 6 5TH AVE DEVELOPMENT & CONSTRU 42081 02400 6 5TH AVE DEVELOPMENT & CONSTRU 42081 02410 6 5TH AVE DEVELOPMENT & CONSTRU 42081 02420 EAST ROCK REALTY LLC 42085 00540 54,101 HENRY RAQUEL 42086 00060 6-7 GUNNING ROBERT 42089 01150 DAINA CONNIE & FARRUGIA AIDA A 42096 00140 146 MAIN STREET LLC 42099 00010 1-4 HERRERA SERGIO R & JESSICA A 42099 07220 SALTAIRE MARINE SERVICE INC 42106 00060 GUNNING ROBERT 42106 00070 SALTAIRE MARINE SERVICE INC 42106 00080
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15,820.12 1,975.17 4,685.55 4,616.46 6,466.71 3,713.77 5,850.84 6,634.26 3,840.76 4,198.42 31,666.61 2,059.85 1,491.03 3,929.14 4,001.36 3,945.19 4,017.42 958.15 3,424.65 8,807.24 3,131.92 9,239.10 36,497.92 1,008.39 12,292.19 2,859.18 487.98
TOwN OF HEMPSTEAd SCHOOL:20 LYNBROOk UFSd Name Parcel Group Lot KIRCHEIM TIMOTHY & DEBORAH 37 F 00340 JONES QUINCY 37 F 01720 KIRCHEIM TIMOTHY & DEBORAH 37 F 03280 JCK 96 PROPERTY LLC 37 F 03320 ZOBKIW NICHOLAS & OLGA 37054 02520 252-253 GUNNING MICHAEL & MARYANN 37252 06800 PRONKO PAUL & BARBARA 37261 00030 3-4 FERRANTE JEANNE 37262 00910 91-93 LOZANO LUISA F & BATMAN LERNA 37265 00350 35,54 ORTIZ GERALD S & KAREN 37265 00500 50-51 ANNUNZIATO TRUST 37269 04250 425-426 ROSE CAROLE TRUST 37272 01080 108-109 FOTO PIETRO & ANNA 37284 04950 495-496 FITZPATRICK MARGARET & MEDLIN M 37305 00350 THE COMMUNITY BANK 37315 04150 93 HEMPSTEAD AVE REALTY CORP 37318 01010 101-102 93 HEMPSTEAD AVE REALTY CORP 37318 01030 JBLCORP OF LI 37504 01430 CENTORRINO JOHN & GRACE LIFE ES 37532 00420 VEGA GLORIA LENA 37532 04580
Amount 859.25 15,297.65 318.70 20,011.06 13,894.10 615.77 7,966.89 4,044.18 948.38 13,522.07 6,765.63 1,872.17 10,533.53 5,369.33 46,287.04 1,643.21 629.04 9,212.66 1,201.58 852.05
52 RAILROAD AVENUE LLC 1,790.88 37532 04630 52 RAILROAD AVE LLC 2,619.75 37532 0863A 863A & 863B MATTHES WILLIAM & GERALDINE 870.39 38071 01010 101,401 EMPIRE DEVELOPMENT GROUP LLC 7,668.57 38094 00080 EMPIRE DEVELOPMENT GROUP LLC 10,035.57 38094 00090 SC LI LAND HOLDING LLC 5,919.71 38094 00130 13,74-75,77,79,113 KLAUSNER ELI 7,372.40 38299 01130 O’CONNOR MAUREEN 873.62 38377 00060 6-7 MALTENFORT DAVID & SHIRLEY 13,757.84 38377 00080 8-9 DAUTRUCHE JOEL & NADER LUCE EMM 20,508.70 38399 00030 CHARVAT JOHN E 11,429.81 38399 00140 COVO ERIC & OLGA 1,021.53 38399 01440 SARANCZA ANASTASIA LIFE ESTATE 5,715.88 38443 01190 21 RANDALL AVE REALTY CORP 14,737.12 38460 00110 DI MONDA CLEMENTE & TINA 879.38 38472 00090 9-10,109,206 RAMIREZ LUCY A 761.66 38498 0028UCA01900 28 CA 190 UNIT 115 D Z D J CORPORATION 2,467.07 38521 03410 PETO SUNRISE, LLC 31,806.36 38523 00030 3 & 301 BURGER CHARLES 17,006.83 38524 03320 CHARDENET FRANCINE 2,579.81 42 E 0134UCA00110 134 CA 11 UNIT 120 NPL TRUST 493.01 42 E 0550UCA00150 550 CA 15 UNIT 18 GIRARDI FRANCESCA 583.21 42 E 0550UCA00150 550 CA 15 UNIT 51 CAPVEST ACQUISITIONS LLC 3,152.56 42 H 00470 BILLY & NIKKI LLC 23,518.65 42 M0100130 AGIN LESLIE 15,834.93 42 Q0101380 NICHINSON LINDA 15,451.44 42 Q0300370 POME JOEL & MICHELE 18,206.57 42 R 01260 126-128 DANIELS EUGENE & LOPEZ-DANIELS 310.07 42 R 11420 HOFFELDER ROBERT & MARYANN 11,632.65 42067 0063A 63A,63B,63C BACHRACH NERI 18,100.98 42107 01830 183,286,384-385 NADEL PAUL 22,005.56 42114 00200 LEVEY RICHARD S & THEA P 2,097.22 42114 02110 211-215 KARAMIKIAN HAGOB & STELLA 3,320.67 42115 00180 SKEWES RICHARD W 1,027.49 42124 01390 RUTIN L E MARK, JAMES & B 15,515.32 42126 02280 BELL REALTY GROUP LLC 43,014.62 42127 01150 115-119,342 FRIESLEBEN TRUST & 3,073.40 42156 00300 30-32 MUMMENDEY MICHAEL & BROSNAN NOR 2,481.74 42157 00010 OHLAND CHARLES & JEAN 5,260.51 42157 00060 ADDONA JOHN & ADDONA MYRIAM & 14,161.51 42207 00570 GREEN RAYMOND & MARY 3,749.82 42222 03520 VETRANO SENECA J 19,600.07 42235 00320 FRISCHLING PHYLLIS TRUST 11,554.83 42236 00190 249 WAVERLY 1 LLC & 249 WAVERLY 8,586.46 42243 00130 249 WAVERLY 1 LLC & 249 WAVERLY 339.36 42243 00300 SHABBIR MUHAMMAD ATIF 26,289.06 42252 00150 GARITO JON & GARITO RICKI 6,543.83 42256 00040 ROTOLO SHARON & ARONSON ROBERT 16,647.69 42261 00110 ZELANKA KERRY 34,544.41 42263 00060 AMORUSO CAROLINE NIELSEN 17,556.22 42276 00100 GINGOLD DAWN ALLISON 19,268.63 42281 00040 RAMLAKHAN DIPCHAND 5,310.19 42281 00350
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 Soldier’s 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 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) 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 rate of interest and penalty 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 from 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 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 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 sale, rights of purchasers, maximum rates of interest and other legal incidents of the sale. Furthermore, as to the bidding,
• 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. • 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. •The bids to be placed by the Bidder will be made in good faith and not pursuant to any direct or indirect, agreement or discussion with, or inducement from, any other bidder to submit a complementary or other noncompetitive bid. •If it is determined that the bidder(s) have violated any of these bid requirements then their bid shall be voided and if they were the successful bidder the lien and any deposits made, in connection with, said bid shall be forfeited. This list includes only tax liens on real estate located in Town of Hempstead. Such other tax liens on real estate
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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
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Holistic healing out for delivery on Long Island By MICHAEL DeMARCO Special to the Herald
Equipped with bare hands and a mobile massage table, 32-year-old reiki practitioner Nicholas Ryerson delivers the holistic art of energy healing to Long Island homes. Based in his hometown of Rockville Centre, Ryerson’s budding business, Nassau Reiki, aims to keep up with skyrocketing consumer obsessions for personal wellness with a vital touch. Grand View Research valued the U.S. complementary and alternative medicine market to increase 23 percent from 2024 to 2030, and valued at $22 billion in 2022. Ryerson’s business dedication, however, leans less towards dollars and more towards divinity, providing personalized at-home reiki sessions to restore the internal energy of his clients. “Reiki rests on the idea that energy imbalance is the root cause of most ail-
ments and addresses it at its core,” Ryerson said. Reiki practitioners balance the energy of others with light hand-to-body contact, or by hovering their hands in close body proximity. Contact is made over areas of the body where a client experiences pain, illness, or discomfort, providing supplemental relief to aid one’s healing process. However, issuing reiki only accounts for half of the work. The rest of the job comes from within the receiver. “A reiki practitioner doesn’t heal,” Ryerson added. “They channel universal energy, so the patient is able to rebalance their own energy. The work being done is by the patient themself.” Long Island is growing as a hub for alternative wellness and medicine with more than 20 different businesses offering reiki sessions. Ryerson attributes the growing desire for alternative medicine to lingering dissatisfaction with traditional healthcare systems.
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Office. Upon request, information can be made available in braille, large print, audio tape or other alternative formats. For additional information, please call (516) 571-2090 ext. 13715. 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
LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Self Storage Sale Please take notice Safeguard Self Storage #190114 located at 499 Ocean Ave. East Rockaway NY 11518 intends to hold a sale of the property stored in the below listed Storage Spaces. The public sale shall occur as an online auction via www.storageauctions.co m on 2/21/2024 at 11:00AM. Unless listed below, the contents consist of household goods and furnishings Ellona Cohen unit #1002; Rafael Nouel unit #1206; Irshaad Mohamed unit #1303; Steven Romanelli unit #1502; Philipo E Califano unit #1922; Alexandre Gasspard unit #1928; Corey Michael Bull unit #1971; Anthony Loubriel unit #2301. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. See manager for details. 144430
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LEGAL NOTICE Malverne Union Free School District Malverne, New York Legal Notice UNIVERSAL PRE-K SERVICES Notice is hereby given that separate bids, submitted in sealed envelopes for UNIVERSAL PRE-K SERVICES will be received on: Thursday, March 7, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. 301 Wicks Lane, Malverne, NY 11565 Malverne Administration Building Sealed bids are to be addressed to the attention of Christopher Caputo, Assistant Superintendent for Business, Malverne Union Free School District, 301 Wicks Lane, Malverne, New York 11565. All bids must be submitted to the Assistant Superintendent, on or before the date and time of opening in sealed envelopes, bearing on the outside the name and address of the bidder and the title of the bid in the lower left-hand corner. Contact Donna Fecht at dfecht@malverneschools. org for the RFP. The Board of Education reserves the right to award all or a part of this bid or to reject all bids or to make awards which are in the best interest of the school district. Date: Thursday, February 8, 2024 By Order of the Board of Education Malverne Union Free School District 144786
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS will hold HEARINGS on Thursday, February 22, 2024 at 5:30 P.M. in the Court Room at the Village Hall, One Columbus Drive, Lynbrook, NY 11563, on the following cases: PUBLIC HEARING #1009 - Christopher & Lisa Wagner, 99 Union Avenue, Lynbrook 252-48 Required garage for onefamily and two-family dwellings; storage of commercial vehicles. Required: Access for storage of one car in garage Proposed: No access of storage of one car in existing garage. 252-51 Location of garages in residence districts. Required: Garage separation from dwelling 8’0” Proposed: Garage separation from dwelling 6’8” . #1010 Steven Podlaski, 34 New Street, Lynbrook, 252-18 Side yards. Permitted Side Yard: 5 feet, Proposed Side Yard:4.5 feet. All interested parties should appear at the Public Hearing and may view case files at the Building Department on Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:00AM and 3:00PM. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS, Ginger Fuentes, Chair Person of the Board of Zoning Appeals, Brian Stanton, Superintendent, Department of Buildings 144763 Search for notices online at: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com
“Modern medicine very often offers ineffective treatment causing patients to look elsewhere for help,” Ryerson said. “Reiki can treat things modern medicine fails to or struggles with.” A 2023 Edelman Trust Barometer Report found that 65 percent of people in the U.S. trust “the healthcare sector as a whole”. This outlying sector is fueling the alternative healthcare business, encouraging individuals to seek out holistic forms of supplementary treatment like reiki. Ryerson’s practice means more to him, however, than the shifting market and brings him an inner sense of peace. “The experience of reiki is the experience of love as a state of being,” he said. “Channeling the energy of the universe to relieve the suffering of others brings me closer to my divine state of being, which is love.” He currently dedicates himself to helping others, but Ryerson describes himself as a “wounded healer.” The routes of his mission began with a personal expedition for self-wellness, overcoming addiction, and mental health setbacks that paralyzed his youth. “It’s the whole reason I’m doing reiki in the first place,” Ryerson said. “I went through a period of intense suffering, so I can understand and treat the suffering of others.” Ryerson earned his certification for reiki in the second degree from Reiki
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Rockville Centre resident Nicholas Ryerson aims to help others relieve stress through his Nassau Reiki business. Healing Brooklyn under the “Usui Tibetan” reiki lineage founded by senior reiki master, William Lee Rand. Michael DeMarco is a reporter with The SBU Media Group, part of Stony Broojk University’s School of Communication and Journalism’s Working Newsroom program for studebnts and local media.
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Las Vegas Sands once again one of world’s most admired companies Las Vegas Sands — the company looking to invest $4 billion into the Nassau Hub site in Uniondale — is one of just two hotel and gaming companies named as one of Fortune magazine’s World’s Most Admired Companies. This is the 10th year the Sands has been included on the list. “Sands being included on Fortune’s list is an endorsement of our performance in delivering economic, social, and environmental value to our communities, team members and customers,” said Patrick Dumont, president and chief operating officer of Sands, in a release. “Entering 2024 with this recognition demonstrates our ability to successfully navigate change and evolution, while remaining focused on the positive impact we strive to deliver.” After exiting its Las Vegas operations in 2022, Sands has focused on reinvestment in Asia, and the development of new businesses and geographies. The company reaffirmed its commitment to Macao last year with Sands China’s pledge to invest $3.75 billion in capital and operating projects through 2032 to support Macao’s stature as a global tourism destination. Sands also is focused on continuing to propel Singapore’s growth in interna-
tional tourism with a $1.75 billion reinvestment program currently underway at Marina Bay Sands. Much closer to home, Sands looks to earn one of New York’s downstate casino licenses with a massive redevelopment of the 80-acre property where the Nassau Coliseum currently sits. It plans to build outdoor community spaces, high-end hotels, and what Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman describes as a “world-class live perfor mance venue honoring the legacy of live music” at the Coliseum. The project also is expected to include celebrity chef restaurants, convention space and ballrooms, a day spa, a swimming pool, and a health club, along with a casino. It is expected to create 12,000 construction jobs, and ultimately employ 5,000 people. As of 2022, Sands has invested $56 million in workforce development initiatives globally, while reducing its carbon emissions by 50 percent — partially affected by lower attendance at the height of the coronavirus pandemic. The Fortune designation joins other recent recognition from Newsweek as one of its most responsible companies, as well as Dow Jones’ sustainability world and North America indices.
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Part Time & Full Time. The award-winning Herald Community Newspapers group, covering Nassau County's North and South Shores with hard-hitting news stories and gracefully written features, seeks a motivated, energetic and creative editor/reporter to join our dynamic (and awesome) team! This education and general assignment reporting position offers a unique experience to learn from some of the best in the business. H i s t o r i c a l l y, r e p o r t e r s w h o h ave launched their careers with us have gone on to The New York Times, Newsweek, Newsday, the New York Daily News, New York Post, CNN, BBC, NBC News and The Daily Mail, among many others. We look for excellent writers who are eager to learn, enhance their skills, and become well-established and respected journalists in our industry. Salary range is from $20K to $45K To apply: Send a brief summary in the form of a cover letter describing your career goals and what strengths you can bring to our newsroom, along with a resume and three writing samples to mhinman@liherald.com LOGISTICS ANALYST: ALPI USA Inc. seeks a Logistics Analyst in Valley Stream, Nassau County, New York. Bachelor's degree in International Business or Operations and Supply Chain Management required. Knowledge and Proficiency in Cargo Wise, Microsoft Office (Access, Word, Excel, and Power Point), Trade Map, SAP Business and Management software. Qualified applicants may submit resume directly to Michael Laurence Carkin, Chief Operating Officer, via email to michael.carkin@alpiusa.com MAILROOM/ WAREHOUSE HELP Long Island Herald has IMMEDIATE openings for a FULL-TIME & PART-TIME mailroom/warehouse helper in Garden City. We are a busy print shop looking for motivated and reliable individuals to assist in various duties in the shop. Forklift experience is a plus and heavy lifting is required. Hours vary, so flexibility is key. Salary Ranges fromo $16 per hour to $20 per hour. Email resumes or contact info to careers@liherald.com
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Richner Communications, One of the Fastest Growing Media, Event and Communications Companies on Long Island is Seeking a Sales/Marketing Candidate to Sell our Print Media Products and our Digital, Events, Sponsorships. Earning potential ranges from $33,280 plus commission and bonuses to over $100,000 including commissions and bonuses. Compensation is based on Full Time hours Eligible for Health Benefits, 401k and Paid Time Off. Please Send Cover Letter and Resume with Salary Requirements to rglickman@liherald.com or Call 516-569-4000 X250
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REAL ESTATE Open Houses HEWLETT BA, 1534 Broadway #213,.! Move Right Into This 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo in Prestigious Jonathan Hall with Doorman & Elevator. Spacious Corner Unit. Updtd Gran/Wood Kit, LR & DR. Washer/Dryer in Unit. Garage Pkg. Loads of Closets. Terrace Faces Back. Easy Ranch Style Living. Convenient to Shops, LIRR & Houses of Worship....$649,000 R o n n i e G e r b e r, D o u g l a s E l l i m a n 516-238-4299 H EW L ET T 1 53 4 B ROA DWAY # 213 , OPEN HOUSE By Appt, FIRST TIME ON MARKET! Move Right Into This 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo in Prestigious Jonathan Hall with Doorman & Elevator. Spacious Corner Unit. Updtd Gran/Wood Kit, LR & DR. Washer/Dryer in Unit. Garage Pkg. Loads of Closets. Terrace Faces Back. Easy Ranch Style Living. Convenient to Shops, LIRR & Houses of Worship....$649,000 Ronnie Gerber, Douglas Elliman 516-238-4299 HEWLETT BAY PARK: BA 190 Meadowview Ave, , Ever Dream of Living in A Castle? This 8000 Sq Ft Mansion is Full of Character. Amazing Architectural Details, Soaring Ceilings, Stained Glass Windows. 5 BR, 6.55 Bths. Sprawling 1.3 Acre Prop with IG Gunite Pool. SD#14.Near All. Must See This Unique Home!.REDUCED!!.$2,700,000 Ronnie Gerber, Douglas elliman 516-238-4299
Houses For Rent HEWLET BA 1554 Moffitt Ave, OPEN , WHOLE HOUSE RENTAL! Updtd 4 BR Col w/ 2 New Bths. LR/Fpl,FDR, Den & Kit. Main Flr BR/Off. Newer W/D, Ductless AC Units, Gas Ht. 2 Car Det Gar. Enclosed Yard. SD#14(Hewlett-Wood). Great Location Near Schools, Park, LIRR & Houses of Worship...$4500 per month Ronnie Gerber. Douglas Elliman 516-238-429hewlett
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Q. Why do bricks fall off a wall? I live in a brick house, and was concerned when I saw in the news recently that a whole side of condos in Suffolk County just collapsed on cars. The report said it was under investigation, but we rarely hear the answer to what they found. What could cause that, and is there anything I can do with my brick house?
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A. The expression that something or someone is “built like a brick house” obviously didn’t apply in this case. You never think of brick as a weak or precarious material applied to buildings, but because brick is not structural, but rather cosmetic, attached to the rest of the face of a building with thin strips of metal from behind, if not done onte eeper correctly, the result can be just like what you saw in that news story. Unfortunately, there’s little you can do about your wall’s hidden conditions unless you open them. Sadly, there are many workers who have never had formal training in the proper application of construction materials. I noted over the years, as a volunteer mentor in several high schools, that school curriculums reduced or eliminated classes in industrial arts, automotive repair and construction technology and replaced them with computer technology and preparation for a college education. I realize this is a general statement that educators could debate and grade me on, but the simple fact is that because little or no training qualifications are required to get a contractor’s license and no formal construction education is required, poor workmanship and bad decisions, with no basis in engineering or science, are a daily occurrence, especially in residential construction. Not that everyone does a poor job, but quality control is based on pride and vigilance, not on uniformity, like you find with other skilled professions, where oversight and responsibility is strict and rampant, as in the medical field. Anybody can argue anything, but public safety should be everyone’s job, and that wall was either missing the wall ties, they were spaced too far apart, they weren’t the right kind, the wall had no spacing behind to allow trapped water to flow out, or the backup material wasn’t correctly waterproofed and thus deteriorated. It’s important that even a brick wall is handled correctly from start to finish. We hear people protesting daily for freedom from regulation, but isn’t it your right not to be subjected to a brick wall collapse that was avoidable? I speak with building and homeowners daily, and find that most, if not all, have a reasonable expectation that the work they’re paying for will be, as they often say, “perfect” or something close. When that level of expectation isn’t met, the customer is generally upset. Since the industry places responsibility on the wrong people, such as inspectors, engineers and architects instead of the last person to touch the construction, the problem is perpetual. Good luck!
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HEWLETT 1267 Peninsula Blvd, BA, 5 BR, 2 Bath Exp Cape in SD#14 (Hewlett Woodmere)Living Room, FDR & Updtd Gran/Wood EIK w/ Vaulted Ceiling. 2 Main Flr BRs & Updtd Bth. Upper Level 3 BRs & Updtd Bth. 1.5 Car Det Gar Plus 4/5 Car Drivewy. Priv Yd w/ Deck. HW Flrs, Gas Ht. Near Shops, LIRR, Trans & Houses of Worship .............................................................................$599,000 1534 Broadway #213, BA, FIRST TIME ON MARKET! Move Right Into This 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo in Prestigious Jonathan Hall with Doorman & Elevator. Spacious Corner Unit. Updtd Gran/ Wood Kit, LR & DR. Washer/Dryer in Unit. Gar Pkg. Loads of Closets. Terrace Faces Back. Easy Ranch Style Living. Convenient to Shops, LIRR & Houses of Worship ...............................$649,000 1390 Broadway #117, BA, NEW TO MARKET! Move Right Into This Beautiful JR 4 Coop Apt in Luxurious Hewlett Townhouse. Huge LR & DR, Ren Kit w/ Wood Cab/Quartz Counters/ Stainless St Appl. Encl Terrace Overlooking Garden can Be Rm. Spac BR w/ En Suite Bath. W/D in Apt. 24 Hr Drmn, Elevator, Valet Pkg, Priv Storage. Redone IG Comm Pool. Gar Pkg. Near Shops, LIRR & Houses of Worship ............................................................$359,000
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orget scary movies or the end of the world — what scares almost all of us the most, by far, is getting a voicemail from a family member, telling you to call back right away because “it’s important.” My 90-year-old father did that last week, a message I got on my phone as I was walking from what had been an enlightening and productive meeting with a school superintendent. The last several months had been MICHAEL filled with diffiHINMAN cult calls like this. My mother’s cancer. My stepmother’s passing. Learning that a former colleague is gravely ill. I couldn’t begin to imagine what this call might be about. Not wanting to stress as I dialed my dad’s number, I calmed myself by joking under my breath that my parents probably went
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out and got married. “Dad, it’s Mike. What’s wrong?” “Nothing’s wrong. But I wanted to let you know your mother and I got married.” This wasn’t my imagination. This was actually coming from the other end of the line. “Wait, what? When?” “What time is it now?” My dad paused for a moment. “Oh, about an hour ago.” Since my stepmother died, my parents had reconnected. My dad moved from Florida back to where I grew up in Pennsylvania late last year to be closer to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. And my mom happened to already be there, with room in her house for him to live. Although they divorced in 1998, my parents remained friends. They didn’t have to co-parent or anything — all their kids were grown. But even in the worst of times, if two people truly love
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each other, can anything really keep them apart? That’s a mystery of love — one of many. And it was no coincidence, I’m sure, that all of this took place on the lead-up to Valentine’s Day. Not much is known about Valentine, except that he lived and died during the third century, ministering to persecuted Christians in the Roman Empire — if you can believe what Wikipedia shares. But so much of Valentine’s story is obscured by legend, and it’s really not clear what led our culture to revere him. More than 200 years after his death, Pope Gelasius I established a Feast of St. Valentine to take place on Feb. 14, to honor his martyrdom. Centuries later, Geoffrey Chaucer — the English poet who brought us “The Canterbury Tales” — wrote about Valentine in his poem “Parlement of Foules,” linking
ecades after calling it quits, my parents decided to remarry.
him to romance and lovers for what is believed to be the first time. Love happens to be the language many of us — if not all of us — relate to the most. The power of love can build new worlds or destroy them — and do just about everything in between. The famed radio psychiatrist Dr. David Viscott once said, “To love and be loved is to feel the sun from both sides.” And 20th-century philosopher Rabindranath Tagore described love as “an endless mystery, for it has nothing else to explain it.” My parents woke up one morning last week and decided between breakfast and buying some groceries that they would give marriage another go, decades after they called it quits. Love is indeed an endless mystery. But as long as it continues to bring people together — like it did my mother and father once again — keeping it a mystery is worth the price. Michael Hinman is executive editor of Herald Community Newspapers. Comments? mhinman@liherald.com.
We must prioritize school foundation aid
he proposed reduction in foundation aid to numerous school districts across the state in Gov. Kathy Hochul’s Executive Budget is profoundly disappointing, and should concern every parent, teacher and child who values the future of our state. While the overall budget is fiscally conservative, what is most troubling is that Hochul has clearly stated that the self-created migrant crisis — which is a direct result of our open-border policies and New pATRICIA York’s sanctuary CANzoNERI-FITzpATRICk status — deserves more tax dollars than our children. The governor has allocated $2.4 billion to continue funding illegal migrants in addition to the $1.9 billion that was in last year’s budget, all of which does nothing to fix the root of the problem. School districts in my Senate District 9 are facing a potential reduction of $11 million in foundation aid, which has been sprung on every district with no warning or time to plan. This alarming yet pervasive trend of misplaced priorities and backward policymaking
has persisted in New York state for quite some time: Under one-party rule, criminals are excused for their criminality and victims are ignored; lawabiding citizens pay their taxes dutifully, only to be hit with more taxes, fees and tolls; and now, in line with this disturbing way of thinking, Hochul is seeking to take taxpayer money — our money — away from our kids. These children are legal residents of this nation whose parents contribute to our state’s economic health. To bypass their needs in favor of providing money and resources to combat an illegalmigrant crisis that has no end in sight is simply outrageous. The 9th District is home to hardworking taxpayers who are now facing some of the most significant cuts in Nassau County. The Long Beach School District, where three in 10 students live below the poverty line, would lose $4.3 million for its operating expenses under Hochul’s proposal. To make up for this loss, the district will have to do more than just lay off teachers and cut after-school programs: It may have to close one of its grammar schools. The Lawrence school district faces the most significant cut, a nearly 40 percent reduction in foundation aid
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funding. In Nassau or elsewhere in the state, the success of local school districts is often the first bellwether of the success of a community and its desirability for prospective homeowners. Stripping funding from our schools will remove vital resources, and ultimately the school districts will have to increase taxes if they want to maintain the level of services they offer, which will in turn lower property values. This seems to be in stark contrast to the governor’s goal of building more housing on Long Island — no one will want to move into a neighborhood if the schools are underfunded and their enrollment is declining. I’m not certain that Hochul understands that these cuts will ultimately contribute to the population loss in our state. These reductions will have dire consequences for students, educators and taxpayers, necessitating layoffs of teachers and support staff, which will compromise the quality of education. Increased class sizes will diminish the quality of instruction and reduce individual attention for students. Cuts, or the elimination of academic programs and extracurricular activities, will
ov. Hochul is seeking to take taxpayer money — our money — away from our kids.
deprive them of well-rounded educational opportunities and necessary enrichment experiences. Here at home, even school districts that won’t see cuts are standing in solidarity with their fellow districts and their superintendents. I hosted a news conference last Thursday with the intent of putting pressure on the governor to reverse these devastating cuts, and more than 40 superintendents, Board of Education members, parents and students from districts all over Nassau County gathered to voice their opposition. It’s time to re-evaluate our state’s budget priorities, because the allocation of significant funds to address the migrant crisis while local schools face funding reductions highlights backward priorities and policy failures. Inadequate investment in education will have devastating long-term consequences for economic competitiveness and social well-being. The cuts Hochul is planning will widen achievement gaps, disproportionately affecting lowincome students and burdening families with additional financial responsibilities. I will continue to advocate for a budget that restores education funding for New York’s future prosperity and to ensure that every child has the opportunity to succeed. Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick represents the 9th Senate District.
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t was a simple question: “How is everybody doing?” For any of us on social media, this is a question we see a lot. But in this particular case, it wasn’t just anyone asking. It was Elmo. You know, the famous childlike Muppet who has been a “Sesame Street” staple since 1985, and who created a mad rush in the late 1990s for toys that encouraged kids to tickle him. Like many of the characters we grew up with on the children’s education series, Elmo has his own account on platforms like Instagram and X, formerly known as Twitter. He follows just a dozen people — other characters like Cookie Monster, Big Bird and Oscar the grouch — but Elmo is followed by more than a half-million people. Many of his posts are birthday wishes to his Sesame Street neighbors like Bert’s best friend, Ernie, or sharing how much he enjoys his life in his fictional neighborhood. But Elmo also cares about those who take the time to read his occasional posts. So it was no surprise when he let everyone know “Elmo is just checking in!” And more than 200 million people saw it, with a large number of celebrities, other kid-themed characters, and even President Biden chiming in. But it was the everyday people — like us — whom Elmo noticed first. “Elmo, I’m depressed and broke,” one follower replied. “My dog passed away three weeks ago,” another follower shared. “Me and my fiancée are still grieving. Prayers would be appreciated.” “I really, really try to be happy and
Need help? There are always resources available to you, 24/7 — many of which will allow you to maintain your anonymity and not cost you anything. ■ National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255 ■ Long Island Crisis Center: (516) 679-1111, or dial 988 ■ Nassau County Behavioral Health Awareness Campaign: (516) 227-8255 ■ New York State Office of Mental Health: (877) 846-7369, or text 467369 ■ Crisis Text Line: from a mobile phone, text the word “HOME” to 741741 strong at work,” someone else said. “But sometimes it’s just too much, Elmo. I’m struggling.” After years of a crushing pandemic, ever-increasing polarization in politics, and wars raging overseas, we as a society have had better days when it comes to mental health. A gallup poll surveying more than 5,000 people in all 50 states revealed that depression is on the rise, especially in women and young adults. Women may have been hit extra hard, gallup research director Dan Witters told ABC News at the time, because many were forced to leave work and return home when their children were forced to attend school remotely. Also, many
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Letters Suozzi is the right choice To the Editor: I endorse Tom Suozzi. As a congressman, mayor and Nassau County executive, he has represented a proud tradition of service. He championed better health care, gun safety laws, a reduction in the cost of prescription drugs, fair tax policy, and protection of our natural resources, such as the Long Island Sound. However, the challenges the voters in the special election on Feb. 13 now face include national controversies. We are challenged by a Republican-majority Congress that doesn’t take action on immigration policies, and which holds hostage aid to our allies. We are challenged by referendums on a woman’s right to choose and a worker’s right to strike. These national and local issues can be solved by representatives like Tom Suozzi, who have a calm voice and an open mind, and will most certainly steer us to solutions. JANET RIgER Great Neck
women were on the front lines of the pandemic in our health care facilities, seeing firsthand the horrors Covid-19 brought. Combating these feelings isn’t easy, but it is possible. The Long Island Crisis Center, for example, tackles this through its “Better Can Happen” campaign. The organization describes it as a grass-roots movement that “works to spread hope and highlight simple ways” for people to help make Long Island a better, friendlier place to live and work. It does this through five primary tenets: Know better, feel better, say it better, do better and give better. That means knowing the signs of depression or even suicidal thoughts — which you can learn more about at LongIslandCrisisCenter. org/bettercanhappen. Seeking help when you need it through resources like simply dialing 988. Finding ways to talk about mental health without attaching a stigma to it. And, of course, donating time and money to keep these services going, whether it’s with the crisis center or a number of other fantastic organizations in our community. More often than not, it starts with a simple question we don’t ask each other enough: How are you doing? “Wow! Elmo is glad he asked,” the Muppet said on X several thousand replies later. “Elmo learned that it is important to ask a friend how they are doing. Elmo will check in again soon, friends! Elmo loves you.” Just when we think we’re too old to learn something from a show that defined our childhoods, Elmo shows we have so much to learn. And we can begin by simply asking, “How are you doing, Long Island?”
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he history of America’s relationship with the indigenous peoples who lived here before the arrival of European settlers has been fraught with sugarcoating, obfuscation, and downright ignorance. On Long Island — where so many of our communities still bear the names of the native tribes that were here for millennia — that history continues to remain hidden and untaught, despite the fact that numerous municipalities still claim to “honor” the legacy of these tribes through school wiLL team and village sHeeLine logos that feature stereotypical headdresses and depictions of Native Americans. Before the Italian explorer Giovanni da Verrazzano first saw what would become known as Long Island in 1524, there were tens of thousands of indigenous peoples living here, largely in peaceful co-existence among 13 tribes along the coasts of the island. These were the Canarsee, Corchaug, Manhasset, Marsapeague, Matinecock, Merrick, Montaukett, Nesaquake, Rockaway, Secatogue, Setauket, Shinnecock and Unkechaug. They inhabited the land for more than 10,000 years, and were expert fishers and clammers who relied on the abundant fish, lobsters, clams and even whales to supplement the food they got through
hunting and the harvesting of corn. The various tribes had different names for the island they called home: Paumanok, Lepanehoking, Sewanhacky and Wamponomon — the last two referencing the abundance of wampum, or shells, from local clams used for decoration or currency. The tribes themselves were closely related to several different nations from the surrounding land, with the majority of the western Long Island tribes speaking Algonquian dialects. The Algonquian people, at their height, stretched up and down the northeastern United States and into Canada. Their people, traded goods and culture traveled from Lake Superior to the Long Island Sound. The indigenous people of eastern Long Island spoke a Lenape-Munsee dialect, showing their connection to the Lenape communion, a group of hundreds of tribes stretching from delaware to the Hudson Valley. Through their Lenape heritage, the eastern Long Island tribes were linked to the Powhatan Federation, famous for the daughter of one of their chieftains, Pocahontas, and their relationship with the Jamestown colonists. In addition to the sustenance they acquired from the animals and crops of the region, the various tribes were also accomplished artists and musicians, particularly with the use of wampum shells for decorative pieces, and weaved elabo-
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rate and finely made clothing and blankets. They also made ornamental pottery, stamped with decorative designs, and traded these goods across the Sound and along the East Coast. Since the beginning of white settlement on Long Island, roughly 90 percent of native people have been killed — either intentionally or incidentally — by colonists, through everything from violence to disease to loss of native wildlife and land displacement. The majority of tribes disappeared from Long Island before the Revolutionary War, and in the centuries since, a number of American historians have attempted to whitewash the presence and impact of Native Americans here. despite this, they still played a key role in Long Island’s early history, particularly in the close relationship between the Montaukett and the English settlers of what is now Suffolk County. When Long Island became a center for the whaling industry in the 18th and 19th centuries, many natives were hired for their bravery, strength and long history of whaling in their respective cultures. A Shinnecock man named Eleazar was the first Native American to enter Japanese territory while serving as a crewman aboard the whaling vessel Manhattan, which anchored in Tokyo Bay while on an expedition in 1845. Nowadays, there are only two reservations for indigenous tribes on Long Island
t’s our duty, as Americans and as human beings, to honor native tribes’ heritage.
Letters The blame lies with the Palestinians To the Editor: For many years, the Palestinian Arabs have played the victim card, and now they have the new audience they crave because their old friends have gotten the message. Their new audiences is the Americans, who are gullible, ready to listen and repeat their lies and distortions. They don’t want you to know they’re pariahs in much of the world, and especially among other Arabs. They accuse Israel of being like the Nazis, but it was the Palestinian Arabs who were Hitler’s allies. They won’t tell you that Kuwait, who had given them sanctuary, banished 250,000 of them after the Kuwaitis discovered that the Palestinian Arabs’ sympathies were with Saddam Hussein. The Jordanians, whose country was carved from the “Palestine Mandate,” controlled the West Bank for years. They didn’t create a Palestinian state then because they knew what terrible neighbors they would be. After its 1967 victory, Israel pleaded with Egypt to take back control of Gaza. No way! was the very fast response. Lebanon will not permit Palestinian Arabs to leave the 12 functioning refugee camps on its land. It will not let them assimilate into its culture, fearing how disruptive they are.
— the Shinnecock Reservation, in Southampton, and the Poospatuck Reservation, in Mastic. The descendants of many of the tribes still live throughout the United States, forced to occupy reservations as far from their homeland as Oklahoma. This is just the tip of the iceberg of native Long Island history and culture. The best way to honor them and their legacy is by educating ourselves on their history and finding ways to support the descendants of these tribes, whose land we now live on. Anyone interested in preserving and honoring native culture can promote and patronize indigenous-owned businesses and places that educate on the history of the local tribes — such as the Shinnecock Nation Cultural Center and Museum, in Southampton — and support increase funding for local school districts to include academic courses and cultural opportunities so our children understand the peoples who lived here before their ancestors. While we may not have been taught much about them, the native tribes of Long Island are an integral part of our communities’ history. It is our duty — as both Americans and human beings — to not only honor their heritage, but also to uplift their voices and educate ourselves on their proud history and tradition. Both because it is the right thing to do, and because there is still so much for us to learn. Will Sheeline is a senior reporter who writes for the Glen Cove, Oyster Bay and Sea Cliff/Glen Head Heralds. Comments? wsheeline@liherald.com.
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The Palestinian Arabs have started war after war, lost them all and are still crying “Foul!” They charge Israel with apartheid in the West Bank, but conveniently disregard the fact that their prospective charter calls for an Arab country where no Jews would be allowed. On Oct. 7 they beheaded children, raped women, killed participants at an outdoor concert, slayed 1,200 innocents and took more that 200 hostages. But they say they themselves are the victims — of genocide, no less. They make no connection between the attack on innocent Israelis and the fact that Israel has a right to defend and protect itself. We know they are manipulative and delusional, using the U.N. as their GoFundMe, but it has gotten out of hand. They Palestinian Arabs don’t want a state. That takes effort, labor, brains, determination, guts and responsibility. Israel and the U.N. built most of the housing in Gaza, and the U.N. provides food, fuel and other necessities, while the Palestinian Arabs contribute nothing. They claim no knowledge of the hundreds of miles of sophisticated tunnels beneath their streets, homes, hospitals, mosques and schools. They were shocked! Until they knew it was time for them to call for a ceasefire. Their former allies know the deadly games they play. How long will it take the Americans to wise up? The clock is ticking. RHOdA ALBEN-ARONSON Bronx
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