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20 years of Trees for Troops DHL and Dees’ Nursery celebrate holiday tradition By KEPHERD DANIEL kdaniel@liherald.com

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Light amid the darkness Rabbi Levi Gurkov of the Chabad of Oceanside lit the menorah on the Schoolhouse Green on Dec. 7. More photos, Page 3.

A mural full of appreciation Eagle Scout project beautifies Oceanside Park By KEPHERD DANIEL kdaniel@liherald.com

Eagle Scouts must display the character traits and skills that make them well-rounded contributors to their communities, and 14-year-old Kilian McNichol created an Eagle Scout project that reflected his and his family’s love of travel — and their love of their hometown of Oceanside. Hempstead Town Supervisor Don Clavin and Councilwoman Laura Ryder honored Kilian, a freshman at Oceanside High School, for completing his project, a mural now on display in Oceanside Park. Kilian got the project approved

by the town’s parks and recreation commissioner, Frank Zangla, who helped pick out the perfect spot in the park, the wall behind the decorative boat beside the entrance to the town pool. “Kilian McNichol represents the very best in scouting, and I applaud his diligence in completing his Eagle Scout project as a freshman,” Clavin said in a statement. “Oceanside Park is the perfect location for Kilian’s postcard mural, and we are grateful for his efforts in celebrating what makes Oceanside great.” Kilian has been a scout for 10 years. He joined Cub Scouts in kindergarten, and has done his share of volunteering for the town. He has Continued on page 7

A two-decade-old holiday tradition of donating Christmas trees to U.S. troops stationed abroad was celebrated once again in Oceanside on Dec. 4. Gold Star families, students and Girl Scouts gathered as more than 100 onlookers lined Atlantic Avenue, watching a motorcade start to make its way from Dees’ Nursery to Kennedy Air por t, where trees donated by the business were loaded onto planes to be distributed to the troops. Gold Star families are those that have lost loved ones serving in the military. The event marked the 20th straight year that Dees’ and international courier service DHL have sent Trees to Troops overseas as part of Operation Holiday Cheer. Trees for Troops started in 2004 when a woman whose son was a soldier stationed in Iraq asked the nursery’s owner, Tom DiDominica Sr., if he could send her son a tree. DiDominica agreed, but needed help to ship it, and mentioned his mission to Jim Adelis, who contacted DHL Express. Adelis then re a ch e d o u t t o C at h e r i n e

O’Reilly, manager of commercial air and networking routing for DHL, who put the plan into motion. Adelis died in April of 2021, at age 67. “Thank you to the DHL and the Dees family, especially Catherine O’Reilly, from the angel who ear nestly works behind the scenes,” Lucy Adelis, Jim’s widow, said. “If Jim was here today, he would say, ‘It’s not about me, it’s about putting a smile on all our brave men and women serving far away from their families to keep ours safe.” In honor of the 20th anniversary of Trees for Troops, the Jim Adelis Good Samaritan Award Scholarship was presented to five Nassau County high school seniors. These students have demonstrated core values including integrity and selflessness, through their acts of kindness and serving their community. Port Authority Police Lt. Danny Carbonaro was also a part of the first effort 20 years ago. A Vietnam veteran, Carbonaro reflected on the last 20 years of progress made by Trees for Troops. “The first year of this event, we had three Port Authority Continued on page 17

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The rules of philosophy, above, which help students have respectful disagreements.

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Elementary students enjoyed learning and engaging in philosphical lessons.

High School students teach big topics with elementary kids Oceanside High School students got a chance to teach some thought-provoking topics on Nov.28 when they visited Oceanside School 4 to introduce the rules of philosophy. 10th-graders at Oceanside High School made three visits, to the school in two weeks, and each time they introduced rules of philosophy, such as listening, respecting others’ opinions, saying what you think, and explaining why, to the younger students. They read and discussed ideas in the picture books, “Frederick” and “Frog and Toad.” “Picture books are so naturally rich in philosophical topics but the bigger pic-

ture of all this is building a framework for questioning at the youngest of ages,” said Mitch Bickman, the district’s Director of Social Studies. “Kids take the initiative to ask more questions after experiencing this.” The program has been ongoing for the past nine years with the goal being to encourage students to think critically about ideas, about their thinking, and being able to engage in respectful discussion. “I think teaching the kids about philosophy shows them that everyone can think about different things and have different perspectives,” said sophomore, Jordyn

Davis. The students’ philosophical teachings are based on the work of Professor Thomas E. Wartenberg and his “big ideas for little kids” curriculum. The High school students discussed several philosophical topics including the the nature of work, and what it means to be brave. This year, the High School students taught the lesson to special education classes for the first time. “We think it applies to everybody,” said High School social studies teacher Laura Trongard on the philosophy program. “They don’t expect them to have these deep conversations but it gives the kids a lot of confidence to come in here and lead

the room and take a leadership role.” Many of the 10th-grade students were fully prepared for the presentation and were excited to have the opportunity to lead the classroom. We really enjoyed doing this,” said sophomore, Jackson Cherrick. “We were really surprised with how easily they were able to understand the concept of what we were trying to teach and we enjoyed them as a group and the children were really into the topic and what we were teaching in 30 minutes. They said they understood it and they all had something important to contribute.” — Kepherd Daniel

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Kids enjoyed the fun time at the menorah lighting on the Schoolhouse green.

Hundreds attended Oceanside’s menorah lighting.

Oceanside lights the candle with pride Oceanside held its annual menorah lighting on the Schoolhouse green on Dec 7. Neighbors and local officials came together to celebrate the first night of Hanukkah with music fun. Rabbi Levi Gurkov from the Chabad of Oceanside, and Rabbi Jonathan Muskat of Young Israel of Oceanside adresseed local families as the community celebrated the holiday. — Kepherd Daniel

Rabbi Gurkov & Rabbi Jonathan Muskat, the rabbi at Young Israel of Oceanside addressed the crowd with a warm holiday message.

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Dozens attended Oceanside’s menorah lighting.

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Arelis opening her letterman jacket, designed by Kendall Hurns. brings a positive attitude every day.” Hendel spoke a few words about Genao and then introduced Paul Facella, another 1 in 8 member who started his career at the Oceanside McDonald’s in 1966. Facella started in the kitchen and worked his way up through the ranks of management, eventually to regional Vice President of the New York Region. His success is an example of the growth that can be achieved, and opportunities available, from a job at McDonald’s. Facella echoed Lauren Hendel’s earlier praise of Genao and then presented her

Paul Facella, Lauren and Paul Hendel loved Arelis’ jacket.

with a limited edition “1 in 8” letterman jacket. What has kept Genao at McDonald’s for 28 years is the feeling that her co-workers are like her family. It was hard for her at first, coming from the Dominican Republic and not speaking much English, but other people in the kitchen were able to translate for her. Genao says the restaurant is a familyoriented place and she knows the customers. There are a couple of groups of “regulars” that always sit at the same table when they come in. Her favorite part of

the job is the cleaning, and taking care of the customers at the front counter, especially the older people because they remind her of her grandparents. She sometimes brings coffee to the table for them and enjoys being a help to them. Through a translator, Genao said, “The people I work with have been here for years, we all treat each other right. If I come with an issue or a problem, we’re all there to support each other.” “We just couldn’t think of a person more deserving of this recognition than Arelis,” said Lauren Hendel.

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Would you be surprised to learn that 1 in 8 Americans have worked at a McDonald’s restaurant at some point in their lives? In an initiative started this past fall, McDonald’s is celebrating that fact by honoring exemplary employees with their “1 in 8” campaign. On Dec. 5, Arelis Genao of Uniondale was the most recent honoree at the Oceanside McDonald’s on 31-35 Atlantic Ave. Genao, originally from the Dominican Republic, started working at McDonald’s in 1995 in the kitchen, speaking very little English. One day when the store was particularly busy, and having noticed her hard work, her General Manager asked her to help up front in the service area. Since then, Genao has worked her way up to crew trainer, responsible for training both service and kitchen crew, as well as running floor operations. Lauren Hendel is the daughter of the primary owner of the Oceanside McDonald’s, Paul Hendel, and also works to support the location. Lauren Hendel was herself trained by Genao, and can’t say enough about her positive attitude, knowledge of every aspect of the restaurant, and work ethic. “She has such a presence about her,” said Lauren. “I can’t tell you how many times I walk into the restaurant and customers will come up to me and tell me they come into this location just to see her. She’s just fantastic, so hardworking,

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Despite losing its top scorer off last year’s regular season conference championship that pulled off an upset win in the National Invitational Tournament, Hofstra men’s basketball has brought back plenty of firepower to make another run at postseason magic. Aaron Estrada, who won Conference Player of the Year honors his two seasons in Hempstead, transferred to SEC power Alabama for his final year of college eligibility after earning his undergraduate degree at Hofstra. Graduate student guard Tyler Thomas has carried the baton from Estrada, and was leading the nation in scoring at 25 points per game in early December. “He’s our hardest worker and puts in the time it takes to be a great player,” said third-year Pride head coach Speedy Claxton, a former NBA point guard who as a collegiate player led Hofstra to a conference title and NCAA Tournament in 2000. “We knew that he was ready for this moment.” Thomas, who transferred to Hofstra from Sacred Heart prior to last season, scored 40 points to go along with eight rebounds in a 97-92 overtime win against High Point on Nov. 22 in the championship game of the Gulf Coast Showcase. He followed that up with 25 points in an 82-63 route against South Florida at home on Nov. 30. The 6-foot-3 Thomas earned All-Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) First Team honors after ranking second on the Pride in scoring during Hofstra’s run last season to a regular season league championship followed by a first round NIT victory at Big Ten foe Rutgers Junior guard Darlinstone Dubar has also added a big spark on offense averaging 17.7 points over the first nine games. The All-CAA Preseason Honorable Mention Team selection tallied a career high 30 points in a dominant 102-68 win against Buffalo on Nov. 20. The offense is quarterbacked by junior point guard Juan Carlos, who has upped

Darlinstone Dunbar has been a steady offensive spark for the Pride, averaging 17.7 points over the first nine games. his scoring output this season with 18 points in the High Point win and double figures in six other games. He recorded a double-double with 11 points and 10 assists in the South Florida triumph. “He’s a leader and gets everybody involved,” said Claxton of Carlos. “They all look to him on and off the court for leadership.” Claxton added plenty of new talent this season including some size inside in 6-10 graduate student Jacco Fritz, who arrived on Long Island after playing 99 games at Canisius College. The Netherlands big man registered 14 points in an 85-76 victory against Wright State on Nov. 2. The Pride’s roster includes two players with local ties in freshman Jayden Henriquez, an East Meadow High School graduate, and sophomore Aiden Best, a Hempsterad native and former standout at Lawrence Woodmere Academy. To prepare his team for what he hopes will be a lengthy postseason run that culminates in the program’s first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2001, Clax-

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in them.” The Pride open CAA play Jan. 4 at home against defending CAA champion College of Charleston, who Hofstra knocked off in the teams’ lone regular season meeting last year when the Cougars were ranked 18th in the nation. The home conference schedule is also highlighted by a Feb. 1 meeting with Long Island rival Stony Brook.

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Oceanside High School freshman Kilian McNichol, third from left, with fellow members of Boy Scout Troop 230 after completing his Eagle Scout project. Kilian coordinated the creation and placement of a mural for Oceanside Park. Each letter in the postcard mural contains something he loves about Oceanside.

Mural shows family’s love for Oceanside earned a number of scout conservation awards and Messenger of Peace awards, which recognize individuals who participate in a Messengers of Peace service project, a global service project program carried out by scouts around the world. He has cleaned local parks and collected food for the pantries that deliver food each Thanksgiving. He moved up to Boy Scout Troop 230 in Oceanside at the start of the coronavirus pandemic in 2020. Describing Killian and his family as well-traveled is an understatement. They have visited over 30 national parks, from the Grand Canyon to Yellowstone. They love the outdoors, and Kilian hikes, camps, skis and surfs. He has completed the Junior Ranger program, an activity-based educational program, at every national park he has visited. “Anything outdoors is right up his alley,” said Lauren McNichol, his mother, who explained Kilian’s inspiration for his Eagle project. “When we travel around the country, we always look for these murals, if there’s one in town, and we take a selfie in front of it, and they make a great part of our photo album. When he was thinking about his Eagle project, he said he wanted to make one for Oceanside.” Kilian designed a mural for Oceanside in which every letter contains something he loves about the town. “I wanted to highlight all the important things that I think Oceanside has to offer, and kind of like beautify an area in Oceanside,” he said. “I tried to highlight everything in Oceanside Park, and show how lucky we are we live close to the beach and New York City. Highlight the Marine Nature Study Area and how lucky we are to have a protected area like that right in our town.”

The mural was designed, illustrated, printed on vinyl, and professionally mounted on the wall next to the boat. With the help of his fellow scouts, Kilian cleaned the boat, built an 8-foot planter there and planted local seagrasses. “Now it’ll hang in Oceanside Park, and the crazy thing is, he’s been going there his whole life,” Lauren said of the mural, adding that she and Kilian’s father, Don, were born and raised in Oceanside as well. “We grew up in the park,” she said, “so it’s just a special location for us and the neighbors, family, friends, local businesses.” Before he created it, Kilian took his mural idea to one of his oldest friends from kindergarten, Brian Stromer. Brian’s father, Michael, is a digital marketer and a talented artist, and when he saw Kilian’s design, Stromer volunteered to create the artwork for it. “I really thought the project was great,” Stromer said. “It’s nice to show pride in Oceanside and support the Boy Scouts, which is g reat, but I also enjoyed it personally. To be able to use my artistic talents, the things that I enjoy, and anything I do to support the Oceanside community. To me, it’s really important to give back to the local folks here.” Since its completion, the mural has been well received. And now, with his Eagle project completed, Killian has time to focus on his first year of high school, where he is involved in several clubs and extracurricular activities, including Key Club and DECA, and plays lacrosse. Although he has a lot on his plate, Kilian wants to continue with scouting. “The bond (I) made with the people in my troop, I’ll carry with me for the rest of my life,” he said. “So I just want to keep that going for as long as I can.”

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U.S. Rep. Anthony D’Esposito may be hard at work in the halls of Congress, but it doesn’t mean he can’t find ways to connect with his constituents — doing just that last week, as he nears the end of his first full year on Capitol Hill. Using online videoconferencing — that earned mass appeal at the height of the coronavirus pandemic — D’Esposito hosted what he described as a “teletown hall,” part of a series of such events his team has put together in recent months. “I think it’s a great opportunity for us to chat about updates, not only in the district, but here in Washington, D.C.,” he said. It’s “a way for you to communicate with your government from the comfort of your own home.” And there was a lot to talk about in the most recent town hall, from the U.S. House’s continuing resolution to keep the government funded and open, the change in the House Speaker’s office, and the expulsion of disgraced congressman George Santos. Some fringe Republicans on the far right of the party pushed for the ouster of Speaker Kevin McCarthy — succeeding in doing that, for the first time in history, with the help of Democrats. Republicans than went through a number of candidates before settling on Louisiana’s Mike Johnson to fill the seat.

D’Esposito supported Johnson’s leadership, telling constituents the new Speaker will prioritize important issues including working on the state and local tax deduction, fully funding a 9/11 health care bill, and continuing funding of the National Flood Insurance Program. “I know that our new Speaker is invested in New York and Long Island, and understands the issues that are important to all of us,” D’Esposito said. But it was impossible to talk about the change in the Speaker’s seat, without talking about the change in the cong ressional district that neighbors D’Esposito — the one that, until last week, was held by George Santos. D’Esposito had called for Santos to step down from the very beginning, he said, and now wants to prevent others from taking a similar path to Congress through what he has called his No Fortune No Fraud Act as well as his No Fame No Fraud Resolution. Both measures are intended to prevent a member of Congress indicted — and later convicted — of criminal charges from financially profiting off what they did, including them losing their congressional pension. If such bills were to become laws, D’Esposito believes they could eventually prevent politicians like Santos from getting rich from their story, all while the constituents they leave behind in

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U.S. Rep. Anthony D’Esposito didn’t invite constituents to come find him. Instead, the congressman reached out to find his constituents, beaming himself into their homes through an online town hall last week to answer questions and connect with the communities he represents. Topics included his stance on American support of Israel in its conflict with the Hamas terrorist organization. their congressional district are left without the representation they deserve.

There may not be much happening with the Equinor offshore wind project on the South Shore right now, but it still came up during the congressman’s town hall, thanks to one of his Long Beach constituents. D’Esposito wrote a letter pushing the U.S. Department of Interior to consider additional community forums as well as an expanded environmental and economic review before the energy company could move forward with burying lines from Long Beach to Island Park. Gov. Kathy Hochul later vetoed a bill that would allow Equinor to speed up the process — although the project remains alive. D’Esposito conducted two flash polls of those in attendance, with a vast majority saying they don’t feel better off financially today than they did a year ago, with nearly the same number of attendees saying they don’t agree with how the Biden administration is supporting Israel in its ongoing anti-terror campaign against Hamas. “I’m just happy that I continue to support Israel, and that’s something that I will continue to do,” D’Esposito said. “I know it’s important to the people of my district — obviously, I represent one of the largest Jewish populations of anywhere in the country — and I will continue to make sure that I support legislation that is in support of Israel.”

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Island Park lights up in Jewish pride Members of the Jewish community in Island Park joined local rabbis and village officials on Dec. 7, for the annual menorah lighting event on the Village Green.

Island Park residents enjoyed the holiday cuisine.

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Island Park residents gathered for this years Village candle lighting.

Island Park Village trustees Robert Tice, Barbara VolpeRied, and Deputy Mayor Matthew Graci enjoyed the holiday tradition.

Temple Avodah celebrates Hanukkah Temple Avodah held its annual Hanukkah shabbat service and celebration on Dec. 8. After services, families dinner with a DJ and balloon art.

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It was a night full of fun activities at the Hanukkah celebration at Temple Avodah.

The community enjoyed a festive meal.

The kids enjoyed the show at Temple Avodah.

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Warrior Project and the De Anthony Ponte, age 65, La Salle School, which prodied after a long battle with brain cancer. The Atlantic vides quality education to Beach resident was a longyoung men from economitime member of Mount cally disadvantaged situaSinai South Nassau’s Board tions. Ponte also served as of Directors. President of the La Salle Bor n in Bensonhurst, Military Academy Alumni Brooklyn, the third-generaFoundation and the Atlantic tion entrepreneur began his Beach Civic Association. career in the paper recycling “Anthony loved Mount industry and rose through Sinai South Nassau and dedthe ranks of his company to icated many volunteer hours Anthony D. Ponte become Vice President of to the hospital’s patients and Inter national Sales and the communities we serve,” Director of their Florida operation. He said Anthony Cancellieri, Co-Chair of was also a partner in Ponte Equities, Inc., Mount Sinai South Nassau’s Advisory a real estate company with extensive Board. “He was recognized as our Golf holdings in New York City and elsewhere Honoree in 2019, and was a generous supin the United States. porter and advocate for our expansion Ponte was elected to Mount Sinai campaigns. He will be missed, but his dedSouth Nassau’s Board of Directors in 2019 ication to the hospital will live on through and served on the hospital’s Building Wendy and his entire family.” Committee. Ponte’s generous donations to Ponte is survived by his wife, Wendy, the hospital supported the Emergency his sons, Anthony (Cristina) and Vincent, Department Expansion Campaign and and his girlfriend Kelli. He has two grandCapital Expansion Campaign. sons, Anthony Joseph and Lorenzo. Despite his work schedule, he exhibitIn lieu of flowers, donations to Mount ed compassion and commitment through Sinai South Nassau would be appreciated. his volunteer work with the Wounded

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‘Tis ‘The Nutcracker’

Emily King

The festive tradition always delights By Karen Bloom

Those sugar plum fairies and various ﬁgments of a young girl’s imagination charm their way onto local stages. The beloved holiday confection never goes out of style.

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The party scene is among the ballet’s many dazzling moments.

New York Dance Theatre’s ‘The Nutcracker’

New York Dance Theatre’s 41st season of the holiday classic of “The Nutcracker” — on the John Cranford Adams Playhouse stage at Hofstra University — closely follows the tradition of legenday George Balanchine — from storyline through choreography, sets and costumes. Throughout the years, Dance Theatre founder Frank Ohman — a former student and soloist under George Balanchine — set his staging after his mentor’s iconic Lincoln Center version. The production includes the original Sugar Plum Fairy Pas de Deux by permission of the George Balanchine Trust. In addition, Ohman created original dances and scenes that set his production apart from other local versions. Through the years, Ohman created original dances and scenes to enhance Balanchine’s iconic vision. Now Dance Theatre (and Ohman School of Ballet alum) executive artistic director Nicole Loizides follows her mentor’s footsteps in keeping to the Balanchine standard. New York City Ballet soloist Erica Pereira and principal dancer Daniel Ulbricht are featured as the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier. They join a cast of cast of 80 children, pre-professional and professional dancers to bring the classic story to life. Children’s roles are danced by Frank Ohman School of Ballet students and those at the School of American Ballet (the home school of New York City Ballet). As an added treat this year, a semi-immersive pre-show experience invites the audience into the Silberhaus home before the curtain rises, with the sights, smells and sounds of the Christmas Eve party that is the setting for the ballet. Loizides returns to the “Nutcracker” stage for the ﬁrst time in more than a decade, playing the role of Frau Silberhaus. This “Nutcracker” season kicks off the company’s 50th anniversary on Long Island. “This year’s theme is about bringing it home,” Loizides says. “We are bringing to light the direction of the school and company as founder Frank Ohman intended. I am rooted in the vision of bringing a new awareness to dance on Long Island — from classical to folkloric to contemporary. Our roots are alive. Our repertoire is expanding. And our outreach is wide. We are bringing new works to life by world renowned choreographers, restaging many of Frank Ohman’s classics, and staging works by dance icons including George Balanchine, Antony Tudor, Agnes De Mille and Jerrome Robbins.” With the elegant Christmas party scene, the drama of the magical growing Christmas tree, the Battle of the Toy Soldiers and Giant Mice, the live snowstorm, and the brilliant dancing in the Land of the Sweets, this is surely a sparkling production that maintains its enduring appeal. Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 16-17, noon and 5 p.m. $45 and $35 (seniors, children 12 and younger. Hofstra University, John Cranford Adams Playouse, Hempstead. For tickets, visit OhmanBallet.org, or call (631) 462-0964.

Eglevsky Ballet’s innovative ‘The Nutcracker’

Long Island’s professional dance company, the Eglevsky Ballet, treats families to its inventive staging of Clara at Tilles Center, featuring additional choreography by executive artistic director Maurice Brandon Curry. Curry’s interpretation stars starring Boston Ballet principals Ji Young Chae and Jeffrey Cirio Miller as the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier, Also of note, dance celebrity Buddy Casimano joins the cast of more than 60 students and professionals as Dr. Stahlbaum, Clara’s father. The role of Clara is danced by 16-year-old Eglevsky Ballet student Claire Higgins. Claire has been a student at Eglevsky Ballet for the past 10 productions of the holiday classic. Curry’s interpretation is notable for its take on the central first act pas de deux in the prelude to “Waltz of the Snowflakes.” Usually performed by a Snow Queen and a Snow King in most productions, in this version, it’s Clara and The Nutcracker Prince, who dance to the music (Curry’s personal favorite in the ballet). “Having this pas de deux danced by these two characters intensifies the connection between the two characters,” Curry says. “We see the arc of their relationship, and gives the opportunity for Clara’s dream to have a more poignant and personal effect on our audiences.” This staging is a vibrant representation of the trajectory in which Curry is leading the organization. Eglevesky has presented “The Nutcracker” as a holiday gift for children of all ages since 1961 — which, according to Curry, makes it the longest, continuously running production on Long Island. “Eglevsky Ballet has long been known for its approach to this treasured story,” he says.“I wanted to delve a little deeper into the characters, and also increase the participation of our incredibly talented academy students with our professional dancers. Also, I’ve enriched the production with more theatricality and dramatic elements. And with all of this, I have still managed to keep the dancing as the true star of the ballet.” As always, the Park Avenue Chamber Symphony, under the baton of maestro David Bernard, performs Tchaikovsky’s glorious score. Eglevsky Ballet is partnering with Birthday Wishes of Long Island this year, providing a birthday gift and a “Birthday-in-aBox” for children experiencing homelessness. All who attend are asked to bring an unwrapped toy to donate to the organization. Saturday, Dec. 16, 1 and 6 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 17, 2 p.m. $54-$84. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, LIU Post, Route 25A, Brookville. For tickets, visit TillesCenter.org or Ticketmaster. com, or call (516) 299-3100. Courtesy Liza Voll

The Cavalier and Sugar Plum Fairy are an elegant pair.

The soulful pop singer-songwriter visits the Landmark stage on her ﬁrst solo tour. Emily King has a gift for digging into life’s deepest sorrows and uncovering unexpected beauty and illuminating truth. Since the arrival of her Grammy award-nominated full-length debut album ‘East Side Story,’ the New York City-bred artist has brought ever-evolving levels of depth and nuance to her songwriting, rooting each revelation in her mesmerizing blend of soul, R&B and forward-thinking pop. On her latest album, ‘Special Occasion,’ King explores the endless dimensions of heartbreak. Her lush vocals serve as the perfect vehicle for her carefully crafted compositions. With pop, rock and those R&B inﬂuences, King has quickly become a favorite among fellow musicians and fans alike. Saturday, Dec. 16, 8 p.m. $48, $38, $33. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. (516) 767-6444 or LandmarkOnMainStreet.org.

Home for the Holidays Christmas Celebration Beloved holiday tunes are combined with a musical cabaret in a joyous spectacle that is the Madison Theatre’s holiday concert. More than 45 performers celebrate the 10year anniversary of this remarkable show, created by artistic director Angelo Fraboni and developed with Bethany Moore. The lively cast includes Molloy University’s preprofessional Cap21 Musical Theatre Conservatory students and Broadway performers, along with local kids who celebrate the season with more than 40 songs and dances — all in a fast-paced 90 minutes. Enjoy beloved holiday classics such as ‘We Need A Little Christmas,’ ‘The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,’ ‘Frosty the Snowman’ and ‘Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer.’ An eight-piece band, led by conductor Aaron Gandy, provides the musical accompaniment. Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 16-17, 2 and 6 p.m. $4-$65; also $85 VIP includes pre-show ‘Coco with Santa.’ Molloy University, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre, (516) 323-4444 or MadisonTheatreNY.org.

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Get The Led Out rocks out with their tribute to what many consider rock ‘n roll’s greatest band, in “A Celebration of the Mighty Zep,” on the Paramount stage, Friday and Saturday, dec. 29-30, 8 p.m. From the bombastic and epic, to the folky and mystical, GTLO has captured the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and brought it to the concert stage. The six veteran musicians who make up the Philadelphia-based group delivers Led Zeppelin live with the all passion and fury these blues-soaked, groovedriven rock anthems deserve. Utilizing the multiinstrumentalists at their disposal, GTLO re-creates songs, in all their depth and glory, with the studio overdubs that Zeppelin themselves never performed. When you hear three guitars on the album, GTLO delivers three guitarists on stage. No wigs or fake English accents, GTLO brings what the audience wants — a high energy Zeppelin concert with honest, heart-thumping intensity with a strong focus on Led Zeppelin’s pivotal early years. They touch on the deeper cuts that were seldom, if ever heard in concert. GTLO’s approach to performance of this hallowed catalog is not unlike a classical performance. “Led Zeppelin are sort of the classical composers of the rock era,” says lead vocalist Paul Sinclair. “I believe 100 years from now they will be looked at as the Bach or Beethoven of our time. As cliche as it sounds, their music is timeless.” $75. $45, $30. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.

Family theater It’s a beautiful sunny summer day in the meadow. Leo Lionni’s beloved children’s books come to life, in “Frederick,” on the Long Island Children’s Museum stage, Friday, dec. 15, 10:15 a.m. and noon; Sunday, dec. 17, 2 p.m.; also Wednesday and Thursday, dec. 20-21, 10:15 a.m. and noon. Mouse friends Nellie, Sunny, Baby, Ernest, and Frederick are playing their musical instruments and having fun singing, until a leaf falls from the sky — autumn is here! Winter will be coming soon. All the mice get to work gathering supplies for winter, except, where is Frederick? He is gathering supplies, too, in his own unique way. With toe-tapping Americana music inspired by bluegrass, gospel, and folk, Frederick is an engaging, energetic story about the power of the arts, community, and that no mouse gets left behind. $10 with museum admission ($8 members), $14 theater only. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. (516) 224-5800 or LICM.org.

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

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Oceanside Safe Coalition and OHS Youth Council holds a mental health, wellness and substance misuse prevention workshop, Monday, Dec. 18, at 7 p.m., at Oceanside High School. A free Narcan training will be provided by Community Action for Social Justice and extra credit will be offered through certain district teachers. 3160 Skillman Ave.

Island Park School Board meeting Island Park Board of Education meets, Monday, Dec. 18, at 7 p.m., at Lincoln Orens Middle School auditorium. 150 Trafalgar Blvd.

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‘Scrooge!’ Miserly Ebenezer Scrooge undergoes a profound experience of redemption in Sunrise Theatre Company’s production of “Scrooge!,” Sunday, Dec. 17, noon. Also Saturday, Dec. 23, 11 a.m. Follow along with Scrooge as he learns the true spirit of Christmas in this holiday musical tradition based on Charles Dickens beloved tale. 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.

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Old Westbury Gardens’ Westbury House offers a festive glimpse of early 20th century holiday merriment, during its final weekend before it closes for the winter, Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 16-17, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The “Christmas at Westbury House” celebration reflects what the festive season was like during those opulent decades of the early 1900s when the Phipps family lived there. The period rooms in which John S. Phipps — the eldest son of Henry Phipps, Andrew Carnegie’s partner at Carnegie Steel — and his family resided are impeccably decorated with wreaths, mantelpiece drapes, plenty of greenery, and other horticultural arrangements. Take a self-guided tour through Westbury House and view specially decorated rooms for the holidays, have cookies and cider on the West Porch and meet and take photos with Santa while listening to ambient holiday music. The gardens will also be open, along with other special holiday events, including Girl Scouts Chorus, Dec. 16, 1 p.m. $15, $13 ages 62+ and students, $8 ages 7-17. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. For information visit OldWestburyGardens.org or call (516) 333-0048.

‘Wicked Holiday’ concert Enjoy the season with a trio of Broadway stars, on the Adelphi University Performing Arts Center stage, Sunday, Dec. 17, 3 p.m. Alli Mauzey (“Kimberly Akimbo,” “Wicked,” “Hello, Dolly!”), Jackie Burns (“Wicked,” “If/Then,” “Hair”), and Sam Gravitte (“Wicked”) put a fresh spin on holiday classics along with Broadway hits during “A Slightly Wicked Holiday.” Tickets start at $45, with discounts available to seniors, students, alumni and employees. Adelphi University Performing Arts Center, 1 South Ave., Garden City. (516) 877-4000 or Adelphi.edu/pac.

Island Park Winter Wonderland The Village of Island Park hosts its Winter Wonderland on the Village Green, Friday, Dec. 15, 5:30- 8:30 p.m. Activities include ice skating, Christmas tree lighting, hot chocolate, visit from Santa and more. Everyone is requested to bring a new toy for Toys for Tots. Corner of Warwick and Long Beach Road.

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Get ready to enjoy all the thrills of the snowy season, while staying warm and cozy as Long Island Children’s Museum’s popular “Snowflake Sock Skating rink returns, now through Jan. 7. Slip on “sock skates” and take a spin on the indoor rink, made from a high-tech synthetic polymer surface that lets kids slide around without blades. Kids can stretch, twirl and glide. As visitors step off the “ice” they can jump into winter dramatic play in Snowflake Village. Become a baker in the holiday sweet shop, step inside a giant snowman and serve up some hot cocoa, take a turn in the rink “ticket booth” and “warm up” around a rink side “fire pit.” Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. (516) 2245800 or LICM.org.

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Enjoy a rare opportunity to see a stunning and festively decorated Coe Hall in full holiday splendor and spirit, with natural materials sourced from Planting Fields, Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 16-17, noon5 p.m. Experience the magic of the season withholiday music, crafts, activities and more, plus snap a holiday photo with the Grinch! Don’t forget to see the Indigenous Tree with ornaments crafted by local students. On Sunday, visitors who wear festive ugly sweaters receive a candy cane. With enertainment by Dave Brown and the Versatiles, and an interactive children’s set from Strummin’ and Drummin’. Registration required. $15, $10 ages 40-12. Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park, 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay. For information and to register, visit PlantingFields.org, or call (516) 922-8600.

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We started with Sangria, topped pen only since October, with fruit and a flower. Red Sangria Pappa Gallo is already a was a blend of red wine, Chicha hot spot for an evening out Morada (a Peruvian drink made of in Rockville Centre. Peter Kambtsis, Alex Marquetti, Mohamad purple corn), brandy, rum, pineapple juice and green apples. Shakab and Executive The white version boastChef Emmanuel Piquered white wine, rum, pasas have given loving sion fruit, pineapple attention to every detail. juice, peach puree and Decor is vibrantly stunTriple Sec. Both were ning, crafted with impressive, to say the imports from Europe least. and Peru. And presentaTequenos de Queso — tions — from exotic cocka plate of 10 fried wonttails to exceptional Peruon fingers stuffed with vian cuisine — are fresco cheese, served exquisite. with avocado sauce, was Servers are knowlTerry Biener a tasty appetizer. Aji de edgeable and accommoPollo, Peruvian style dating. If you’re unfapulled chicken, was miliar with Peruvian topped with delicious Aji Amarillo cuisine, they will help … from reccream sauce, sided with white rice. ommendations to levels of spice/ heat. While the restaurant lighting is Seafood aficionados will adore Arroz con Maricos — Peruvian style Paella muted, ordering is easy due to LED — a mix of tender calamari, shrimp, illuminated menus. And, you can clams, octopus and white fish, served create your own personal ambiance with yellow rice pilaf. Each ingrediwith your three-brightness-level ent was cooked to perfection. table lamp.

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For dessert, Tropical Arroz con Leche was creamy rice pudding topped with roasted coconut and Peruvian mango. Lucuma Parfait was a fruit-based mousse with French meringue, sprinkled with shaved chocolate and cookie crumbs. Drinks by the glass range from $8 to $17. Starters are $13 for Papa a la Huancaina (sliced boiled potatoes with spicy cheese, hard boiled eggs and olives) or a Mixta (salad), to $22 for Ceviche Mixto (white fish, shrimp, calamari, scallops and octopus in spicy lime with red onions, sweet potatoes and Peruvian corn.) Entrees are $24 for Aji de Pollo to $59 for Pan Seared Porterhouse Steak with Peruvian chimmi. Desserts are $11-$13. The restaurant opens at 5pm for dinner, Tuesday through Sunday, with live music nightly. Check mypappagallo on Instagram for specifics. Reservations are suggested. Pappa Gallo’s team also own Mojo and Sugarberry Bakery in Rockville Centre, and Mojo, New York Bakery, and Ripe Juice Bar in Queens.

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU The Bank of New York Mellon as Trustee for CIT Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-1, Plaintiff AGAINST Santiago Ramirez; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered May 18, 2017 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, New York, 11501 on January 10, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 3068 Morrow Road, Oceanside, NY 11572. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Oceanside, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 43 Block 350 Lots 53 and 54. Approximate amount of judgment $591,771.36 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 006490/2015. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the Tenth Judicial District. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.” Keith P. Brown, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792 Dated: September 29, 2023 143568 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT. NASSAU COUNTY. WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, AS TRUSTEE FOR UPLAND MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST A, Pltf. vs. DAVID SHEA AS POSSIBLE HEIR AT LAW AND DISTRIBUTEE TO THE ESTATE OF JOHN MURRAY A/K/A JOHN F. MURRAY, et al, Defts. Index #000519/2015. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered November 8, 2023, I will sell at public auction on the north side fronts steps of the Nassau County Courthouse, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on January 11, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. prem. k/a 3061 Xavier Court, Hempstead, NY 11572 a/k/a 3061 Xavier Court, Oceanside, NY 11572 a/k/a Section 54, Block 221, Lot 17. Approximate amount of judgment is $789,809,61 plus cost and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale and the right of the

United States of America to redeem within 120 days from the date of sale as provided by law. RONALD J. FERRARO, Referee. MARGOLIN, WEINREB & NIERER, LLP, Attys. for Pltf., 165 Eileen Way, Ste. 101, Syosset, NY. #100963 143560

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, PS FUNDING, INC., Plaintiff, vs. W HENRIETTA PROPERTIES LLC, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on October 3, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 9, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 307 West Henrietta Avenue, Oceanside, NY 11572. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Oceanside, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 43, Block 345 and Lot 43. Approximate amount of judgment is $696,448.59 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 614017/2020. 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. Mark Ricciardi, Esq., Referee Chartwell Law, One Battery Park Plaza, Suite 710, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff 143552 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD LOCAL LAW NO. 80-2023 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing was duly called and held November 21st, 2023 , by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 80-2023, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 80-2023, amending Chapter 202 of the Code

of the Town of Hempstead, to include and repeal “REGULATIONS & RESTRICTIONS” to limit parking at various locations. Dated: November 21, 2023 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 143737

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD LOCAL LAW NO. 81-2023 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing was duly called and held November 21st, 2023, by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 81-2023, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 81-2023, amending Section 202-1 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, to include and repeal “PARKING OR STANDING PROHIBITIONS” at various locations. Dated: November 21, 2023 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 143738 LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP, Plaintiff -against- STEVE PODIAS, ROSEANN PADIAS, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered herein and dated September 26, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court “Rain or Shine” located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on January 16, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. premises situate, lying and being at Oceanside, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the westerly side of Roxbury Road, distant 335.65 feet northerly from the corner formed by the intersection of the westerly side of Roxbury Road with the northerly

side of Cypress Avenue; being a plot 100 feet by 40 feet by 100 feet by 40 feet. Section: 0043 Block: 00374-00 Lot(s): 00127-00128 All bidders must wear a face mask/shield at all times and social distancing must be observed by all bidders at all times. Bidders who do not comply with the face mask and/or the social distancing mandate will be removed from the auction. Said premises known as 3154 ROXBURY ROAD, OCEANSIDE, NY 11572 Approximate amount of lien $583,639.15 plus interest & costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Index Number 013979/2013. MARK RICCIARDI, ESQ., Referee David A. Gallo & Associates LLP Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 47 Hillside Avenue, 2nd Floor, Manhasset, NY 11030 File# 8325.415 {* OCEAN ISLAND*} 143700 To Place A Notice Call 516-569-4000 x232

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY SAMUEL HAMPTON LLC, Plaintiff against NEVADA VILLAS INC., et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Hersko & Ehrenreich P.C., 555 Willow Avenue, Cedarhurst, NY 11516. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered October 18, 2023, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 16, 2024 at 2:00 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being, and identified on the land and tax map of the County of Nassau in the State of New York; Premises known as (no street number) Nevada Avenue, Island Park, New York 11558. Sec 43 Block 70 Lots 485, 486, and 494. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $192,932.19 plus interest, fees, costs, and attorney fees. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 608680/2021. The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in

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Island Park seniors had a blast reading to young children.

Local seniors partner up to read to Island Park pre-K students Island Park pre-K students recently welcomed volunteer seniors from the community into their classroom as part of the district’s “Senior Citizens as Reading Friends” program on Dec. 1. Seniors spent nearly an hour in each

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VFW holds burning flag ceremony The Oceanside Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary held there burning of the flag ceremony to dispose of old flags

which entailed inspecting the flags, determining their need for retirement, and gently placing them into a fiery pit.

Photos courtesy Lorraine Diehl

Oceanside Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary underwent the Dignified Disposal of Unserviceable Flags ceremony.

VFW member Lorraine Diehl raised money for seniors to have a meal at VFW headquarters.

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A. From my perspective as a licensed professional, I could never tell you not to get approvals from your local jurisdiction for anything you do. This scenario is familiar, and I always wonder how people get away with it, because most plumbers I know, if they’re truly licensed plumbers, insist on permits if they are following the rules. onte eeper I know that this is the call of your building department, and you need to speak to an authority, such as a supervisor or plans examiner, to confirm whether this is necessary and when there may be exclusions from permits. In most municipalities I know of, there’s always a permit required for the replacement of kitchens and bathrooms, but because a few jurisdictions allow direct, in-kind replacement, in which the sinks, toilet and bathing fixtures are new replacements in the same position with the same piping, they don’t require a permit. This issue is a question for each separate situation and location. I’m often asked if the plumbing inspector will make the plumber rip open the walls to see that the plumbing was done to code. Although I’ve seen this happen, it seems to be less often and, in any case, the judgment call of the inspector. As I’ve written in recent columns, your honesty is often not rewarded with a prompt review and approval, which is why your contractor neighbor is laughing about your situation. Lately I have seen many more circumstances in which the officials in some jurisdictions have reviewed every little aspect of the history of the home and any potentially missing filings for unrelated items, such as fences, decks, sheds, pools, powder rooms, new boiler and anything else they can find, which makes the homeowner wish they had never told the truth. Be prepared for this possibility, including the chance that full home plans for something as simple as a kitchen or bath will be required by some plans examiners. They often point out that they suspect that changes were made due to the architect truthfully showing the adjacent spaces. Even though we are required to show spaces adjacent to the work area, the typical response is that because the architect showed the adjacent spaces, the examiner now wants more information and the whole floor layout of each level of the home. Their response often appears to blame the architect for also being truthful, but not being truthful serves to make things even worse. Good luck!

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olls, polls, polls. It isn’t even 2024, and we’re bombarded with political polls, one after another. President Biden is a goner and Donald Trump is ahead by 2 points, but that’s within the margin of error, so it’s a statistical tie. Everyone is upset about the economy and the weather and just about everything else. As we enjoy the holiday season, do we need all of these interruptions in our daily lives? I recall that, 49 years ago, the little-known governor of Georgia named Jimmy Carter declared JERRY his candidacy for president, and all KREMER the pollsters laughed. As a member of the Assembly leadership, I was asked to introduce Carter to the party conferences in 1976. I met him at the Albany airport and escorted him to the Capitol, where he got a tepid reception. I drove him back to the airport and wished him well. Nine months later, he was elected president.

In 1991, Bill Clinton, the governor of Arkansas, declared himself a candidate for the White House. Few people paid much attention to him. In 1988 Clinton had been given a speaking spot at the Democratic National Convention and he spoke for over a half-hour, when he was only assigned 15 minutes. Everyone thought that was so funny that he was invited to appear on Johnny Carson’s “Tonight Show.” Four years later he was elected president. What I’m getting at is that right now, no one has the slightest idea what will happen next November. The Republican Party is going through its primary process, which will most likely end with the crowning of former President Trump as its candidate. Biden is juggling two wars, a Republican majority in the House that would like to impeach him — without any evidence, so as to make Trump happy — and a host of other headaches. Next March, Trump is expected to go on trial for his conduct leading up to the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection. His former chief of staff, Mark Meadows, is expect-

ed to be the star witness against him. Some legal experts think there is a strong possibility that Trump will be convicted by a jury of his peers. How would voters react to such an event, and would a conviction sway enough of them to make a difference? That will be one of many new factors that the pollsters will have to consider. Right now there are wars in Gaza and Ukraine. Biden has been a strong supporter of both countries, providing them with arms and moral support. Congress is currently in a state of gridlock about helping both countries. What if Ukraine loses the war to Russia? What if Israel wins its war with Hamas, but is stuck with administering the needs of the people of Gaza? These are two more headaches to throw into the 2024 mix. Even though former President Trump is favored to win his party’s nomination, the picture will look very different if and when he does so. Once he is the candidate, voters will begin to focus on all of his actions and statements over the past few years. It’s one thing to talk about wanting retribution

here are too many polls, and war scenarios. Let’s concentrate on the holidays.

against your enemies, but when you’re the nominee, do voters look at you differently? At this moment, the issue of abortion rights is not front and center. Those favoring a woman’s right to choose have won a series of battles in a number of states. Next year the issue will again be prominent in voters’ minds, and they will weigh which of the candidates supports their position. Biden’s and Trump’s stances are well known. Now, however, it’s time to ignore the pollsters and the political columnists. Here’s hoping your observance of Hanukkah was memorable, and let’s wish the same for Christmas. Keep planning holiday parties. If you’re traveling, finish up your packing early. We need a break from all of the distractions coming out of the political world. Let’s have some fun, and be happy and healthy. After three years of Covid and so many other distractions, we need a break. Jerry Kremer was an Assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He now heads Empire Government Strategies, a business development and legislative strategy firm. Comments about this column? jkremer@liherald.com.

Still standing, cancer treatment and all

y husband is the main character in this story. The recipient of abundant blessings from family and friends, he is festooned in good wishes and prayers these days. This is powerful juju, and he needs it in his fight through cancer. Since his diagnosis in May, we have been living a different life. CanRAnDi cer doesn’t hapKREiss pen to just one person; life takes a hard left for everyone in the family, kids and grandkids, too. A good day, a good time, a good year, all become relative. My husband, Don, always does things in a big way, so he didn’t just get cancer; he got pancreatic cancer, discovered “incidentally” during a routine scan. (He did the scan because of a genetic risk, and I write about this now to remind readers that anyone can test for genetic mutations that might confer a cancer risk. This knowledge has the power to save lives.) His tiny lesion was discovered very early on a CT scan, confirmed with an MRI and an endoscopic biopsy, and

removed in July in a Whipple procedure, a drastic and super-complex operation that removes the tumor and rearranges your innards. In his case, the procedure was done robotically, over seven hours, with two surgeons. The doctors said he would be in the hospital for a week to three weeks since he’s an old dude, and cancer isn’t his only medical challenge. But being an outlier, Don was doing laps around the nurses’ station after four days, and they sent him home with more drains than a steam room after five days. They told me I could change the drains; it would be easy. Not easy. A visiting nurse saved the day. The doctors advised that after the Whipple procedure, his eating and digestion might not be normal for months, or possibly ever. “Small portions. Frequent meals. No spice. No roughage,” we were told. I sat across the table from him at home, expecting some kind of volcanic intestinal eruption, but he just chomped away and digested everything and, in a week or two, started exercising. In August he began chemotherapy

and immunotherapy. Yes, the surgery and chemo seem like killing a mosquito with a cannon, but even a tiny pancreatic cancer is not your ordinary mosquito. Don is doing it all with grace and remarkable good cheer. He says he’s fine, no problems. One issue is that the steroids they give him with the chemo send him into orbit. He can’t stop moving from room to room or making phone calls or rearranging the silverware in the drawer. For two days, he basically flies low around our house, engines roaring, until, on day three, he comes in for a landing. This time is perfect for cleaning windows. This week, new scans revealed that everything under the hood looks good. No obvious cancer. An excellent finding. “We’re lucky so far,” the doctor says, luck also being relative. It has taken us many months to accept the uncertainty of this life we are living. We can plan, but not too far ahead. We can get out, but we must dodge sneezing people and other germy situations. My husband is the warrior, and I am the worrier. I handle the appointments and records and results and communications with all the medical people who are keeping Donnie up and running.

y husband is the warrior, and I’m the worrier. We can plan, but not too far ahead.

This job does not align with my skill set. Toxic stress is baked into the health care system these days; I feel incompetent juggling patient portals, faxed reports and MRI discs. But it also seems like really, really bad form to complain. He’s doing the hard work. You may be wondering, and I don’t mind sharing, that despite the robust treatment and particular nastiness of this cancer, we don’t talk about it much anymore. We do a pretty good job of doing the day-to-day thing. We go out occasionally, but mostly I cook, and we see some friends, and we talk about the news, which often makes us feel lucky indeed. Don keeps the faith with a group of dear friends who are also going through difficult cancer regimens. Perhaps you or someone you love is undergoing treatment. All the stories speak to an abiding resilience in the human spirit. Each morning, we plan the day. And honestly, we look forward to it, because it’s the only day we can count on. In truth, it’s the only day anyone can count on. We don’t overtalk this new chapter in our story. But occasionally, in the middle of the night, as if by some silent agreement, we hold hands. Copyright 2023 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.

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wo holidays. celebrated by two religions. Hanukkah, according to the Talmud, celebrates the restoration of the Second Temple of Jerusalem, where a day’s worth of oil burned for eight. Christmas, according to the Bible, commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ, in a manger in a Bethlehem stable from a family escaping the tyranny of King Herod. So much has been said over the years about how different these two holidays are, contrasting the differences between Jews and Christians. But yet, Hanukkah and Christmas — and the observances and celebrations surrounding them — are more alike than we give them credit for. First and foremost, both are rooted in the same concept: the celebration of a miracle. Following three years of war with King Antiochus IV Epiphanes, a hero of the Jewish faith, Judas Maccabeus, re-entered the desecrated Second Temple with the hope of restoring it. The Seleucid king had defiled almost every-

thing inside except for a single small jar of oil — enough to last a single day. It was going to take a week for new oil to arrive, but Maccabeus used the oil in the jar anyway. It didn’t run out that night. Or the next night. Or the night after that. In fact, the oil continued to burn until the new consecrated oil arrived, helping to restore the temple — and the faith of a war-torn people. The birth of Jesus should not have happened. According to Christians, the messiah’s mother was a virgin. Thus the conception and the ultimate birth of Jesus took place through divine intervention. The three wise men who traveled to welcome the new baby into the world were inspired by the light of what we now call the Star of Bethlehem. Today, Christians celebrate light with candles and colorful bulbs, reflecting hope, warmth and the triumph of light over darkness. Sound familiar? While Hanukkah might not carry the same spiritual weight for Jews as Christmas does for Christians, both holidays

also focus on something very important: family. Dads, moms, daughters, sons, grandparents, cousins — they all gather around the tree on Christmas morning to open presents and share a sumptuous holiday meal. For Hanukkah, the lighting of the menorah candles involves the entire family, fostering a sense of togetherness. And we can never forget about kindness and charity. Giving gifts and food to those who wouldn’t otherwise have them, and simply gathering to do good things, are aspects of the holidays that are not exclusive to any single religion, but the effort is heightened at this time of year. Whether you’re spinning a dreidel or hanging stockings on the chimney, this is a chance to not only end the year doing good for both your family and your community, but also looking to continue that once January begins. Take a moment to remember not only the meaning of the holidays, but the spirit of them, too. And focus on finding common ground — all for the greater good.

Letters King was right about our unity To the Editor: Re Peter King’s op-ed essay last week, “Americans must rediscover our unity”: I couldn’t agree more. I think it’s interesting that in these days, social identity and political identity are nearly one and the same. The Republican and Democratic labels are slung about to not only describe political allegiance, but also personal belief/character. Maybe this is part of the problem? While King’s essay provides context from a political perspective, citing how he disagreed with colleagues on a political level but they enjoyed each other’s company on a personal level, it delineates the difference between social and political identity. Part of the issue is the collectivist mindset of hating America that members of the radical left unfortunately perpetuate. I’d like to think it is misconstrued criticism, but that doesn’t seem to be the case. As they say, the squeaky wheel gets the oil, and they are vocal about it. I’ve had the pleasure of traveling to nearly every state, and in my conversations with fellow Americans of all socio-economic and political backgrounds, from California’s coast to New England’s shores, I recognize that despite the supposed polarity we face in this country, we share the common ground that we are Americans, first and foremost. The only way to defeat America is from within. That’s why there are bad actors out there — they’ve even infiltrated our own political system — who want to pit countrymen against one another. United We Stand. The United States’ motto, E Pluribus Unum, Latin for “Out of many, one,” symbolizes the unity of our 13 original colonies. Our Founding

Fathers knew then the significance of unity. Our country is not without her faults, and should be openly and fairly critiqued — but the only way we move forward is together. So long as the common goal is a better America, our country and her people cannot lose. KOOROSH LEIBOWITz Glen Cove

An open letter to Hofstra’s president Dear Dr. Susan Poser: I would like to thank you for acknowledging the horrific nature of Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack on Israel in your Oct. 9 post, found at https://news.hofstra.edu. However, I respectfully request that you give

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he United Nations was supposedly founded on the “noble principles” of peace, justice and human rights, yet its agencies frequently demonstrate an anti-Israel, antisemitic bias that undermines these ideals. A case in point is UN Women, the UN agency tasked with advancing gender equality and women’s empowerment around the globe. In the aftermath of Hamas’ brutal terror attacks on Israel in October, UN Women published reports highlighting the suffering ari of women in Gaza. Shockingly, Brown they failed to even mention the hundreds of Israeli women who were raped, kidnapped, burned or murdered by Hamas terrorists. As far as UN Women is concerned, Israeli women’s lives and traumas are meaningless. The agency legitimized

Hamas by euphemistically calling its massacre an “attack.” A number of UN Women reports focused exclusively on Gazan women while deliberately ignoring Israeli women. They, like many in the media and academia, have turned a blind eye to Hamas’ war crimes, refusing to demand the return of captive Israeli women or very basic Red Cross access. This flies in the face of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court, which defines such violence against women as a war crime. Yet UN Women remains silent. The group has proven to be just another antiIsrael, antisemitic, woke, leftist agency, promoting propaganda over facts. Like many on the extreme left, it has utterly failed in its mission to advocate for all women by systematically excluding and disregarding Jewish women. All people of conscience should be outraged at this moral failure. UN Women must correct its biased

hat appears to be the motto of UN Women, which has utterly failed in its mission.

Letters additional context to your Oct. 18 post. While you again acknowledged that Israel was attacked by Hamas, the lack of context created false equivalencies between terrorists and those who seek to defend themselves against terror. For example, while I wholeheartedly agree that we should, as you state, “mourn the loss of life in Israel and Gaza,” you simply lumped all loss of life together without making a key distinction. While Israel attempts to minimize the loss of civilian life, Hamas deliberately targets Israeli civilians and uses their own people as human shields. Failing to mention this distinction obfuscates the morality of the former and the immorality of the latter. The problem with moral equivocations such as these is that they stifle critical thinking by sloppily making superficial comparisons, instead of highlighting key distinctions. Moral equivalencies are made for one of three reasons. The first is ignorance. The second is intellectual sloppiness, because it’s easier to lop concepts together superficially than to look for differences beneath the surface. The third is to muddy the waters and manipulate the facts. An educational institution should never abuse the concept of academic freedom by manipulating the facts in order to indoctrinate, but rather should educate. It has an academic responsibility to present the facts truthfully, allowing learners to draw their own conclusions. Your Oct. 18 post also lacked moral clarity. While you are correct in asserting that “there is a complex history and

stance, acknowledge the suffering of Israeli women, and hold Hamas terrorists responsible for their barbarism if the agency wants to be considered even remotely trustworthy and credible. Its motto appears to be MeToo, Unless You’re a Jew. To it, some women’s lives matter more than others. Imagine if the word Jew was exchanged for Black, Hispanic, transgender or any other group. The outcry would be deafening. UN Women, along with its likeminded brethren at many institutions of “higher learning” and other agencies, must be restructured and reinvented, with new governance, in order to address this systemic antiIsrael, anti-Jewish bias. If these groups truly want to be considered moral authorities on human rights and free speech, there must be a global reckoning. More to the point, as long as they continue to deliberately ignore Jewish persecution and suffering while promoting known terrorist groups like

conflicting views about the causal underpinnings of the current crisis,” you failed to state that these complexities cannot be used as a justification for the Oct. 7 atrocities, such as murder or rape. The purpose of education should not only be to prepare people for a livelihood, but to make them better citizens. If educational institutions can’t make the most elementary distinctions between right and wrong, they are failing in their mission to create an educated citizenry. I encourage you to make a full-throated condemnation of Hamas’ actions, as Sheryl Sandberg recently did at the U.N., declaring that “Rape should never be used as an act of war. Silence is complicity … And in the face of terror, we cannot be quiet.” Sandberg’s remarks were echoed by Hillary Clinton’s statement: “We must respond to weaponized sexual violence wherever it happens with absolute condemnation.” Given that in their recent testimony before Congress, the presidents of Harvard, MIT and Penn, to their shame, could not unequivocally say that calling for genocide against Jews would violate their schools’ codes of conduct, it is more important than ever to speak out clearly against evil. The blatant double standard that allows for Israel and Jews to be demonized must not be tolerated. RABBI STeveN SAkS Congregation Sons of Israel, Woodmere RABBI STeveN GRABeR Temple Hillel, Valley Stream

Hamas, they have no credibility. Justice demands reform now; if not, funding to these institutions should be immediately withdrawn at every level, from the government to private endowments. The silence from so-called human rights groups and women’s groups on this issue is unconscionable. Where are all the feminist groups that demand that “All women should be believed”? Though we consistently hear the voice of condemnation of violence against women in all other contexts, Jewish women are once again “silenced twice” — first by Hamas terrorists and then by those entrusted with protecting and standing with them. The “sting of the double standard,” as Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer put it, underscores that at its core, anti-Israel bias is antisemitism in progressive disguise. Make no mistake: These hateful groups have awakened the sleeping lion. Ari Brown represents the 20th Assembly District, which includes the villages and hamlets of Cedarhurst, East Rockaway, Hewlett, Inwood, Island Park, Lawrence, Oceanside and Woodmere, along with the Long Beach barrier island.

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