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Parternship still feeding those in need and the Project was supporting 22 families experiencing food insecurity, but the need has More than a year into the since grown, and efforts have Covid-19 pandemic, food insecu- expanded to serve 90 or more rity and financial families each week. worries have made When the numSharon’s Food Panber grew to 70 last try, at the Rockville M a y, S h e p p a r d Centre Dr. Martin reached out to RibL u t h e r K i n g J r. ack, who sent out Community Center, mass emails calling an important the community’s resource for the at t e n t i o n t o t h e community. e m e r g e n c y. T h e The center’s partnership proved assistant director even more essential and pantry namewhen Sheppard was sake, Sharon Shepdiagnosed with canpard, has worked cer. with Rena Riback “My concern and Judy Rattner, of wasn’t even about the Anti-Racism me being sick,” she Project, a Rockville said. “My concern Centre-based nonwas making sure profit, to keep famithat the people in lies fed during the the community that continuing tough shARoN are going hungry times. still have a place to shEPPARD The Anti-Racism come to on Fridays Assistant director, Project has raised to get fed.” funds and collected MLK Center Sheppard creditdonations and ed her sister, Karen, directed them to the pantry, and Riback and Rattner for conadvertising as well to generate tinuing to meet the need. attention. “Every Monday on social At this time last year, the partnership between the pantry Continued on page 2

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DozENs GAThERED ouTsIDE St. Agnes Cathedral in Rockville Centre last Sunday to protest the closures of three Catholic schools.

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Parents rally amid impending school closures By NAkEEM GRANT ngrant@liherald.com

The impending closures of three Catholic schools have sparked an outcry from a number of parents and parishioners. Due to declining enrollment and revenue, the Diocese of Rockville Centre will close St. Thomas the Apostle School, in West Hempstead, St. Christopher’s School, in Baldwin, and St. Raymond School, in East Rockaway, in June.

The announcement triggered a rally outside St. Agnes Cathedral, in Rockville Centre, last Sunday, as roughly three dozen parents, students and alumni gathered to recite the rosary and protest. “I’ve spoken to people from other parishes that have had school closings, and this seems to be the way they do it,” said Terri Leno, of West Hempstead, whose three sons attended St. Thomas. “Nobody knows it’s coming, and that’s just wrong.”

Leno, who organized the rally with her newly formed group the All Saints Coalition, said that she and other parents had urged the diocese to work with them in the hope of finding ways to keep the schools open. More than 500 students would be impacted, she said. “There were no options offered other than finding another school,” Leno said. A 17-year member of St. Continued on page 3

y concern was making sure that the people in the community that are going hungry still have a place to come to on Fridays to get fed.

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Volunteers, from left, Sandra Graves, Karen Mobley and Sabrina Burroughs-Scott at Sharon’s Food Pantry.

Nonprofit, pantry partner to feed neighbors in need donations. Sheppard is looking to expand operamedia, we do a lot of posting, and we ask tions at the pantry to a second day each for what is needed for the week,” said Ratweek if donations continue to meet the tner, a former editor of the Herald, “and needs of local families. the community responds beautifully.” “Due to the pandemic, resiAnd for over a year, that dents of Rockville Centre response has helped those who never, ever used to come who are struggling. “The to this side of RVC are comgratitude and the gratefuling now,” she said. ness that the people around “And that has been one of here have leaves me speechthe most rewarding parts that less,” Sheppard said. we have seen,” Rattner added. Most of the families that “There are connections being use the pantry come in permade in this community that son, but Sharon’s volunteers didn’t happen before.” have also delivered items to Residents can make donaolder residents to save them tions to Sharon’s Food Pantry the trip. Families receive by dropping off items at the meat, fresh vegetables, cereal, MLK Center, at 150 N. Centre snacks, eggs, milk, canned Judy rattner The Anti-Racism Ave. #2, on Friday mornings goods and more. between 8:30 and 11, or at the Though the facility was Project Anti-Racism Project, at 30 brimming with food donaSeaman Ave., anytime. Monetions at Christmas, Passover and Easter, Rattner said there has been a tary donations in the form of checks can “significant drop” since then. So the pan- be sent to the Anti-Racism Project try and the Anti-Racism Project have address. All donations go toward the purreached out as well to Island Harvest, the chase of meat, produce and other food largest hunger-relief organization on items. For more information, email antiLong Island, and have started receiving racismprojectli@gmail.com. continued from front page

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Parents want to be ‘a part of the process’ Thomas’s school board, which raised about $70,000 a year through fundraisers, Leno said she and other parents agreed that given the opportunity to raise funds, they could have kept the school open for at least another year. “It seems like everything has been upside down since Covid hit,” said St. Thomas alumna Maryann Harding. “I think all of us were mainly upset with how the news was delivered. Let us be a part of the process. That’s all we’re asking for.” Harding’s father, Ray Rockensies, worked in the parish’s rectory as a business manager from 2003 to 2016, and is now a trustee in the parish. A longtime parishioner, Rockensies recalled that about 30 years ago, the Rev. John Martin, then the parish leader, had plans to close the school. But Martin shared his thoughts with parishioners, Rockensies said, before making a final decision. “We had time to hold a capital campaign fund to raise money, and ultimately we kept the school open,” Rockensies recalled. “My feeling is that if we had enough time, I know that we could’ve marshaled a lot of the alumni to make contributions and keep the school open a little longer.” In separate statements issued to parents of students at the three schools, Sean Dolan, the diocese’s director of communications, said the diocese was saddened to announce the closures. Calls to Dolan requesting comment in response to the community outcry had not been returned at press time on Monday. The diocese’s Department of Education and school leaders have helped students and their families find other schools to attend. St. Raymond PTA President Vanessa DelPezzo said that her two sons would attend Our Lady of Lourdes School in Malverne next year. “My family and I have had such a wonderful experience here at St. Raymond,” DelPezzo said. “We’re well aware of the

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Many of the protesters wore green T-shirts in honor of St. Jude Thaddeus, who is often portrayed wearing green. decline in student enrollment in recent years, but there was never any mention of the idea that our school would be closing. I know this isn’t realistic, but my biggest hope is for the school to reopen, and that everybody gets to stay.” Megan Smith, a member of St. Thomas’s pastoral council, said her fifth-grader would attend Kellenberg Memorial High School in Uniondale next year. Smith, another alumna of St. Thomas, said it wouldn’t be an easy transition. “This will be a huge change, both physically and emotionally, for all of us,” she said. “When you think of West Hempstead, you think of St. Thomas.” Jenn Jaegar, a school board member of St. Christopher’s for the past two years, said that school parents there felt just as blindsided as those at the other schools. The announcement of the St.

Christopher’s closure came a week after the news about St. Thomas and St. Raymond. “I think most of us believed that we had gotten by and that we would stay open,” Jaegar said. “We were thinking our school would become an option for those students at St. Thomas and St. Raymond, but unfortunately we got hit with an email a week later saying that we were closing, too.” With the schools in close proximity to one another, Jaegar said, she wondered whether the idea of a new regional school for their students was discussed. “I don’t think all of the parents would be happy with that decision,” she said, “but at least the kids could’ve stayed together with a lot of their classmates and then make some new friends.” Jaegar added that she was concerned

about staff members who will lose their jobs. The Rev. Nicholas Zientarski, the pastor at St. Christopher’s, said the diocese was helping staff members find other jobs. Bonnie Porzio, another St. Thomas alumna, said that in addition to parents’ concerns, she was worried about the long-term effects of Catholic school closures on communities. “This will have repercussions beyond the school,” Porzio said. “The property values in the neighborhood will dramatically be affected by St. Thomas’s closure.” “A lot of us are still heartbroken over this,” she continued. “They need to know that this is not OK. All we want from them is to just talk to us. We have to continue this conversation so that this gets their attention.”

Rockville Centre adopts 2022 spending plan By Bridget downes bdownes@liherald.com

Rockville Centre village trustees adopted the fiscal year 2022 budget of about $46.8 million on April 15. Trustees also discussed the budget at a virtual meeting and public hearing on April 5. The tax levy is about $33 million, which represents a 3.9 percent increase over the current year’s budget. Village officials announced the tax levy increase, citing lower revenues due to the Covid-19 pandemic and increased employee benefit expenses. The average village taxpayer can expect about a $10 per month increase. “The budget for the fiscal year 2022 was a particularly challenging one to prepare due to the hardships we have all faced during the past year,” Mayor Fran-

cis Murray said at the April 5 meeting. “My administration has labored to find a balance between tax increases and use of fund balance reserves to mitigate the tax burden on our residents.” Revenues including parking permits, meters, traffic violation and parking tickets are more than $2 million lower than in prior years, officials explained. “That’s actually one of the areas where we’ re seeing a significant decrease,” Village Comptroller Dennis Morgan said at the April 5 meeting, “because this year, there haven’t been as many vehicles and there hasn’t been as much downtown activity . . . These are pockets of revenue that have just dropped out of the bottom on us, and we’re doing the best to really have a balanced budget and to get through the next year.”

The revenue coming from the Recreation Center is down nearly $1 million. Additionally, the state has placed “unfunded” mandates on the village, driving up costs. Officials said the village’s contribution to the New York State retirem e n t s y s t e m fo r e m p l oye e s h a s increased by $728,000, or 18 percent, in fiscal 2022. The budget also anticipates using about $2.6 million of the village fund balance to avoid an even larger tax increase to residents. The use of the reserves helped to avoid a potential larger tax increase for residents. The budget does not include any assistance the village may receive from the federal stimulus program, officials said, adding that there has been no official notification of any aid, and if some were to come, the amount is uncertain.

Any aid that the village receives from the federal government would be used to replenish the fiscal 2021 deficit caused by the pandemic. Officials said they hope revenues return to previous levels as things slowly return to normal. “The spending plan we are putting forth is the product of a great deal of work by the village administrator, comptroller and our department heads to hold down costs wherever possible,” Murray said in a statement. “We will continue to look for ways to reduce costs and bring in additional revenue to the village, including being aggressive in pursuing grant money, private or public partnerships and gifts to make improvements at little expense to our residents.” To view the complete spending plan, visit the village website at www.rvcny. gov.

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OBITUARY Rockville Centre resident Joseph R. Noll died unexpectedly on Jan. 22 after contracting Covid-19. He was 68. He was the proud owner of Macken Mortuary of Rockville Centre and Island Park, deputy commander of DMORT Region 2, for mer president and 40-year member of the NassauSuffolk Funeral Directors Association. Noll came from humble beginnings. He grew up outside of Buffalo and left home at 14 years old to help support his mother and three siblings. Seeking a more stable future for his family, he decided on a career in funeral service and relocated to Long Island to pursue a Mortuary Science degree at SUNY Farmingdale. Shortly after graduating, and following a stint in the U.S. Army as a combat medic, Noll established a business supporting understaffed funeral homes on Long Island. He took great pride in providing quality service to local funeral homes and helped countless men and women get their start in the funeral industry. In 1993, the Macken family was looking to sell their family’s funeral home in Rockville Centre. Having

t h e Wo rl d T r a d e worked together for Center, Noll and 600 years, the Mackens DMORT colleagues knew they could worked at the New trust Noll to carry York City Medical on the tradition and Examiner’s Of fice le g acy they had and at the Family built for over three Assistance Center. g e n e r a t i o n s, a n d They assisted with agreed to sell him identification, DNA the business. sampling, evidence In 2002, along g athering, f amily with the help of his interviews and family, Noll opened administrative a secondary locaf u n c t i o n s fo r t h e tion in Island Park, return of victims to proudly extending their families. the Macken brand In addition to his while upholding a d e p l oy m e n t a f t e r commitment to honCourtesy Mike Noll 9/11, Noll was part est care for the comJoseph Noll, the former owner of of DMORT operamunity. tions in Louisiana, Among his many Macken Mortuary, died at age 68. after Hurricane accomplishments, Katrina, and in Mishe was a founding member of DMORT, a joint task force souri, after the devastating tornado in of funeral directors, medical profes- Joplin. Noll took great pride in being able sionals and law enforcement, formed to respond to natural disasters and to extend the skills he perfected over years of service to the local communimass casualty events. After the 9/11 terrorist attacks on ty to a national level, and it is some-

thing he truly enjoyed. He is survived by his four children, Kristen (Joseph) Honeycutt, Michael (Jaime), Lauren (Dave) Makowski and Jenna (Nate); and three grand-children, Maddox, Kennsington and Bella. “My father’s life was a testament to hard work paying off,” said Michael Noll, the director of Macken Mortuary. “He came from nothing and worked for everything he had- that is something we are all very proud of. His unexpected passing leaves enormous shoes to fill, but I am thankful to have had had the honor of working alongside him and encouraged by the strong example he set.” “Stories from the countless families he’s helped over the years and the respect he ear ned from his fellow funeral directors has been a much needed crutch during such a difficult time,” he continued. “My sisters and I will miss him greatly, but we look to the future with confidence given the foundation he built and the legacy he’s left behind. Mackens has, and always will be, a family owned and operated business, and I am honored to carry on that tradition.”

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Thursday Yoga with Joe Certified yoga instructor Joe Cilmi leads the class designed to accommodate the needs of people who may have difficulty with more traditional approaches. Registration required. At the Rockville Centre Library, 2:45 p.m.

Tiny Tots! Come down to the Center for Science Teaching & Learning to create memories as your child does everything from crafting to finger painting to petting one of the many live animals on site. 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Friday, April 30

Picture Book Club (Live on Zoom)

Virtual “Blue Heron at Sunset” Class

Join a RVC Library children’s librarian to explore the art of newly published picture books. Registration required. Participants will be emailed to the Zoom link. Program begins at 4 p.m.

Artist Terri at Wine & Design RVC will lead you through this Zoom event, painting class. Registration required, 8 p.m.

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South Side High School will be inducting members into the National Foreign Language Honor society 7 p.m.

Dino Club The Dino Club at the Center for Science Teaching and Learning meets to learn about paleontology and dinosaurs (members only). Annual membership available at cstl.org. Event starts at 1 p.m.

Meditation with MaryClare MaryClare Chiofalo leads a meditation class through the Rockville Centre Public Library that is designed to help participants destress, relax and focus. Registration required, 7 p.m.

Tuesday, April 27

Try virtual aerobics and yoga with friends The Rockville Centre Library is hosting several virtual yoga classes this week.

Yoga with Joe Certified yoga instructor Joe Cilmi leads the class designed to accommodate the needs of people who may have difficulty with more traditional approaches. Registration required. At the Rockville Centre Library, 12:15 p.m.

Join moderator Michael Matuszewski and library staff member Rob Siegel in a discussion about what everyone is currently watching on television, through the Rockville Centre Public Library. The discussion will take place over Zoom and registration is required. The link will be emailed one hour prior to the 7:30 p.m. start time.

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2021 Spring Hydrant Flushing RVC Village water mains will be given their spring flushing beginning April 28 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. with the areas north of DeMott Avenue.

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Enhance strength and flexibility in this popular exercise led by highly motivational, certified instructor Marilyn Bunger through the Rockville Centre Library, 9:30 a.m.

Current Events discussion Stay up-to-date with current affairs and discuss what’s on your mind with facilitator Richard Skolnik, through the Rockville Centre Public Library. The discussion will take place over Zoom and registration is required. The link will be emailed one hour prior to the 10:30 a.m. start time.

Chi Gong with Marianna Farina Farina’s exercise class returns for a session of ten classes. Registration required through the RVC Library on Zoom. Starts 11 a.m.

Evening Yoga with MaryClare Certified yoga and meditation instructor MaryClare Chiofalo leads this traditional format yoga class. Discover the health and wellness benefits of practicing yoga. Registration required, 7 p.m.

Relax, There’s Boba A professional artist at Wine & Design in Rockville Centre will guide participants through the process of creating a stunning painting. Registration required at wineanddesign.com. Event starts at 7 p.m.

Distant Worlds: Science Fiction and Fantasy Book Discussion Read and Discuss Circle by Madeline Miller on Zoom through the RVC Library. at 7 p.m.

Thursday, April 29 Take & Make Home Science Make a simple DIY toy parachute science experiment at home. Register online through the RVC Library to receive a science kit with materials required. Kits can be picked up at the library. Instructions can be found on the RVC Library’s YouTube channel. Instructions are prerecorded.

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The RVC Education Foundation hosts its Big Night In fundraiser on Saturday, April 24 at 7:30 p.m. The RVC Planning Board has a Public Work Session on rvcny.gov on April 27 at 7 p.m. The RVC Village Board of Trustees has a Briefing Meeting on April 29 at 6 p.m. on rvcny.gov. South Side Middle School’s PTA meeting is scheduled for April 29 at 7:30 p.m. Signature Premier Properties is offering a Shred-A-Thon for old documents on May 1 at 2:30 p.m.

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ROCKVILLE CENTRE HERALD — April 22, 2021 Courtesy Town of Hempstead

Top basketball players recognized by town Biz owner recognized for Women’s history Caroline Vella, the owner of The Pretzel Shop on South Long Beach Road in Rockville Centre, second from left, was recently honored for Women’s History Month. Hempstead Town Supervisor Don Clavin, far left, Councilman Anthony D’Esposito and Town Clerk Kate Murray presented Vella with a Certificate of Recognition.

Malverne High School students Michael Warren, Jr., of Rockville Centre, Deandre Blagrove, of West Hempstead, Trey Robinson, of West Hempstead, and Princia Ulysse, of West Hempstead, were recently congratulated by the Town of Hempstead for their sports accomplishments. Hempstead Town Supervisor Don Clavin, Councilwoman Dorothy Goosby, Councilman Anthony D’Esposito and Town Clerk Kate Murray presented the students with citations. The students were featured in Newsday’s Top 100 Basketball Players on Long Island. Also attending were Malverne High School Assistant Principal Kesha Bascom, Associate Head Coach Walter Aksionoff and Athletic Director Michael Pelan.

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Country star Eric Church coming to UBS Arena By Melissa Koenig mkoenig@liherald.com

Country music star Eric Church will be the first performer at the new UBS Arena at Belmont Park, with a concert on Dec. 4 as part of his “The Gather Again Tour.” The reigning Country Music Awards Entertainer of the Year and current American Country Music Entertainer of the Year nominee has become a leader in the music industry’s return to touring, and plans to adopt an in-the-round setup at his concerts, with the stage in the center of the arena floor in order to accommodate as many fans as possible. He has also become an outspoken advocate for the Covid19 vaccine, and plans to appear in an upcoming public service announcement promoting vaccine education, produced by ACM Lifting Lives, the Ad Council and Covid Collaborative. The ad was to air during the ACM Music Awards show on April 18, when Church was to debut a song off his “Heart & Soul” triple album project. The trio of albums will be released in the coming weeks, with “Heart” available everywhere on April 16, “Soul” available everywhere April 23, and the middle album, “&” available exclusively to the Church Choir

on April 20. Tickets to his concert at the UBS Arena will go on sale to the general public on May 7 at 10 a.m. at www.EricChurch.com. Church Choir members may access tickets early via pre-sale on May 4 at 10 a.m. A team of health professionals and engineers has spent the last year reviewing more than 250 strategies to keep patrons safe at the new US Arena when it opens in the fall, and officials are now ready to demonstrate some of the protocols they will have in place at the arena by welcoming sponsors, clients and sales prospects back to their Preview Club in Manhattan, while also working to attain GBAC STAR Facility Accreditation for the arena from the Global Biorisk Advisory Council. The building is already codecompliant, according to Ed Bosco, managing principal for New York-based ME Engineers, and will feature a new ventilation system and operations designed to limit physical interactions. Parking payments an be made over the phone at the new arena, which will also have contactless grab-and-go food and mobile ordering.

Country MusiC star Eric Church will perform at the UBS Arena on Dec. 4.

U.S. representatives form SALT Caucus Two Long Island congressmen — Tom Suozzi, a Democrat from the North Shore, and Andrew Gabarino, a recently elected Republican from the tom suozzi South Shore — are two of four co-chairs of the newly formed SALT Caucus, a bipartisan coalition of representatives seeking to restore the federal income tax deduction for state and local taxes. The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, passed under then President Trump, limited the deduction to $10,000, whereas it was previously unlimited, costing many taxpayers in hightax states like New York and California thousands of dollars each. “The SALT cap penalizes working-class Long Islanders,” Garbarino said. “From firefighters to police

officers, to teachers, to nurses, and small business owners, I hear from people every day about what a crushing blow the SALT cap andrew garbarino has delivered them.” “Our ef fort to restore the SALT deduction is gaining momentum,” Suozzi said. “Together, Democrats and Republicans alike, we will advocate for the restoration of the SALT deduction and highlight the middle-class families who have been unfairly hurt by the cap.” In addition to Suozzi and Garbarino, the SALT caucus leadership comprises Co-chair Josh Gottheimer, a Democrat from New Jersey, and Co-chair Young Kim, a Republican from California.

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Senators secure $1.5M for Holocaust survivor services A record $1.5 million in state funds has been set aside for the Holocaust Survivors Inititative, announced State Sens. Todd K a m i n s k y, Diane Savino and Anna todd Kaminsky K a p l a n , wh o helped secure the funding. Funds from the Holocaust Survivors Initiative are used to support case management for mental health services, trauma-informed care, crisis prevention, legal services, entitlement counseling, emergency financial assistance, socialization programs, and training for caregivers and home health aides working with survivors, as well as endof-life care. “It is imperative that we look after our community’s Holocaust survivors and ensure that they can live out their lives with dignity,” Kaminsky said.

“After all they h ave e x p e r i enced — and following a year of isolation during the pandemic — that is the least we can do for them.” Kaplan said, “We can never anna Kaplan forget the atrocities of the Holocaust, and we can never forget the Holocaust survivors who endured unthinkable tragedy in their younger years.” Cathy Byrne, a registered nurse and gerontologist who is associate executive director of the Mario and Aaron Gural JCC in Cedarhurst, said, “Thank you for securing these critical funds and never forgetting this precious population that bore witness to the most horrific atrocities against mankind and humanity. As Elie Wiesel shared, ‘For the dead and the living, we must bear witness.’”

County Legislature seeks Town Vaxmobile visits marijuana ban in parks Freeport rec center Nassau County legislators and community coalition leaders gathered at Grant Park in Hewlett for a news conference April 14 to discuss proposed legislation that would make it illegal to smoke marijuana in county parks. The legislation proposed by the Nassau Le gislature’s Republican majority would prohibit Matthew Ferremi/Herald smoking cannabis at CounTy LEgIsLAToR HoWARd Kopel spoke at Grant Park in all county-owned Hewlett on April 14 about the proposed legislation that would facilities. It would cover all county- make it illegal to smoke marijuana in all county parks. owned properties, Legislator William Gaylor III, center, and Ruthanne McCormack, including buildings, project coordinator of the Rockville Centre Coalition for Youth, sidewalks, parking right, also spoke. l o t s, p a rk s, p re recreational marijuana use is banned at serves, playgrounds, campgrounds and beaches. Violations county parks. “For the last 40 years, we’ve been fightwould be punishable by a fine of $200 per ing against the use of drugs in our counincident. Currently, only the smoking of tobacco is prohibited at county-owned ty,” Gaylor said. “To pass a state law that allows for the recreational use of marijuaproperties. The recently passed state Marijuana na seems absurd to me. I understand the Regulation and Taxation Act legalized the decriminalization for small amounts, but recreational use and sale of cannabis a blanket law like this bothers me to the products for individuals 21 and over. core.” Gaylor added that the resolution is set Municipalities can also opt out of allowing businesses to sell recreational mari- to go before the full Legislature for a vote on April 26, and if passed, it will take juana, according to the law. County Legislator Howard Kopel, a effect immediately upon the signature of Republican from Lawrence, discussed County Executive Laura Curran. “I don’t why the legislation has been proposed. know of any county agency or village “We have the county-owned property who is in favor of this state law,” he said. such as this beautiful park where chil- “Banning the use of marijuana on coundren often come to play and have fun,” ty-owned property is the least we can do Kopel said. “When children come to play as county legislators.” Susan Blauner is the director of the here, we don’t want them to see other people using marijuana. It’s wrong, and we Saving Lives Five Towns Drug and Alcohol Coalition. Blauner said the coalition want them to know it’s wrong.” William Gaylor III, a Republican from is doing all it can to convince municipaliLynbrook, said the county would send a ties to opt out of allowing businesses to “clear message” with this legislation that sell marijuana.

The Town of Hempstead’s Vaxmobile, the first mobile Covid-19 vaccination unit in the state, stopped by the Freeport Recreation Center to vaccinate local residents on April 12. The Vaxmobile is a partnership project between the town and Mount Sinai South Nassau to bring vaccines to underserved communities throughout Hempstead. The vehicle, a fitted bus equipped with vaccinaChristina Daly/Herald tion and healthcare equipment, is also CoRnELIus sMITH goT the Johnson & Johnson vaccine from staffed with bilingual MSSN nurse Rebecca Tharpe at the Freeport Recreation health professionals. Center on April 12. The mobile unit is vital, Clavin said, been hardest hit by the virus.” because widespread vaccination cannot Freeport continues to be the thirdbe achieved without “getting into every hardest hit community in the county, community, and this mobile unit’s going with nearly 5,800 confirmed cases as of to start that process.” April 11, according to the County DepartThe Town of Hempstead used CARES ment of Health. Act funding to pay for the vehicle. National studies have shown that To make an appointment with the Vax- majority-minority communities like Freemobile or check where it will be stopping, port have had higher rates of Covid-19 call (516)-812-3678 or email vaxmobile@ hospitalizations and deaths than predomisnch.org. nantly white communities since the panAdditional vaccinations came to Free- demic began last March, and in Novemporters through a partnership between ber, the Centers for Disease Control and Nassau County, State Senator Kevin Prevention reported that African-AmeriThomas and Catholic Health Services to cans were 1.4 times more likely to convaccinate 200 residents at Mercy Medical tract Covid-19 than whites, 3.7 times more Center in Rockville Centre on April 5. likely to be hospitalized for the virus and The vaccination was targeted to vul- 2.8 percent more likely to die from it. nerable communities disproportionately Residents of these communities often affected by the pandemic like Freeport, work in essential businesses and are at Hempstead, Roosevelt and Uniondale. higher risk of exposure. In Freeport, “Equitable access to the vaccine more than 4,200 residents worked in remains my priority and these targeted health care support services in 2018, vaccine distributions are key to reaching roughly 2,300 worked in sales and more our minority communities and vulnera- than 2,200 worked in education services, ble populations,” County Executive Laura according to census data. Curran said. ““Community-based vaccine To check on vaccination efforts pods are essential in bringing the lifesav- throughout the county, visit https://www. ing COVID-19 vaccine to those who have nassaucountyny.gov/vaccine.

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Students named to honor, high honor rolls This is part 2 of 2 parts. Part 1 ran in last week’s Rockville Centre Herald. For the full list of student names, visit www.liherald. com/rockvillecentre. Alexander M. Franco Matthew J. Gallego Ciara K. Giannone Patrick B. Gilgan Anna N. Gillis Devin J. Gonzalez Charles J. Kelleher Mary Patricia Kelleher Jake T. LaRocca Brian W. Livingstone Thomas J. Maher Owen C. McNally Paige M. Musnisky Valentina T. Ombres Daniel J. Russell Aleksander Skrodzki Matthew J. Solano Roldy Vargas Nina G. Viscovich Jake H. Yuhas

South Side H.S. Grade 11 High Honor Roll

Isabella L. Abate Casey Mae Abrams Christopher L. Accomando Aidan Adia Sophia C. Adonailo Ryan J. Alfano Lukas J. Anisansel Marcus P. Aristy Grace C. Barrett Bridget G. Basile Theodore R. Batkin Casey A. Bender Dameon H. Benjamin Alexander J. Billias Mackenzie G. Brancaccio Edward M. Britt Michael G. Brooks Ella J. Butensky Noelle P. Cairnie Luke Campbell Katherine E. Canty Daniel J. Cappitelli Jack F. Cashman Francesco Catuogno Alexander E. Cerabone Grace E. Chan Andrew S. Chesterton John M. Chiffriller Siobhan A. Conroy Kieran J. Cook Luke P. Cox Emily G. Davidoff Stella K. DeBraccio Amanda M. DelaHaye Anthony J.D. Delman Francesca E.D. Delman Mia I. Delmond Gianna R. DeRespino Gianna N. DeRespiris William R. DiClemente Emily B. Lauro

Jack F. Levine Cristina E. LiCalzi Nicholas Lo Benjamin M. Lomot Maggie K. Long Anaisa Lora Isabelle A. Lu Joseph Lubin Chastity Mackay Maya K. MacNair Emma C. Madden Michael Maher Finn L. Maier Christina E. Mari Kathleen M. Mars Ryan T. McGowan Andrew J. Meindl Sean Michel Nicholas Miranda William P. Mohr Ruth D. Moradi Ian D. Moran Erin Morgan Miles J. Morgan Kornelia Motyl Devin R. Mullen MaryFaith Musella Jack V. OCallaghan Jordan L. OCallaghan Steven OCallaghan Ryan O’Donnell Brooke E.G. OHare Christina Pefanis Anna E. Pennecke David Pereira Michele Picone Dayanara I. Pineda Joseph Preldakaj Molly I. Price Catrina L. DiPresso Jillian Dolan Ava J. Doreste Sadie M. Dowden Bridget C. Downing Ainsley G. Duffy Daniel Thomas Dunlap TeminiOluwa Duro-Emanuel Anthony J. Egan Kayla C. Elliott Anthony M. Esposito Olivia J. Evangelista Caroline J. Ferazani Gabrielle O. Fine Andrew D. Fingleton Kevin Finning John S. Frank Rhiannon D. Frisone Daniel W. Fuentes III Max A. Fuentes Nicole J. Gabriel Christian Garces Alayna M. Garcia Giuliana Garofalo Christina Gavaris Nicholas R. Giangregorio Christopher C. Goldstein Kristin Gonsalves Colin Grace Katherine A. Graziano Sophie P. Greenberg Braden J. Hamilton

Killian G. Hansman Kevin T. Hawkins Brenna Haynes Haley J. Herman Camryn R. Hoffman Matthew J. Hoffman Kylie M. Horan Emma G. Hospodka Sarah N. Hubschman Nicholas A. Hudson Christian D. Iacobellis Daniella E. Procaccini Erica F. Pruno Holly K. Raico Christopher V. Rakeman Andrew H. Ray Nicholas X. Rayzak Shannon K. Reeves Sean P. Reich Timothy J. Reinholdt Matthew C. Ricchiuti Jillian D. Riccio Claire E. Richter Deirdre M. Riordan Jack B. Roberts Sierra R. Robinson Natalie M. Rose Natan P. Rubin Peter M. Ryan Collin J. Saltzman Tasneem Sarjoo Madeleine E. Scalere Justin Schmid Luke B. Schwartzberg Kevin Sciacca Amy Sclafani Nicholas I. Scottodiclemente Andie M. Serrao Kathryn P. Shannon Eileen Sharp Meghan P. Sherlock Paige D. Shrimpton Daniel J. Silecchia Alexa C. Sitterly Margaret G. Stack Shane Stepinski Tara K. Sullivan Thomas Synnott Nicholas S. Tollefsen Luke T. Trencheny Nicholas J. Tumminello Isabella J. Valdebenito Leo M. Valenti Christian P. Varvaro Emily M. Iacobellis Nyashia I. Jackson Ryan G Jeffers Fei Ji Demetra Karanasos Tyler Kaufman Sarah Keady Alexandra K. Kearns Kiara E. Kennedy John Kilduff Amir Knight William M. Koren Charles Kosina Ashkay Lakharam Keanna L. Lane Linda Langton Maeve T. Laurie

Elizabeth M. Vaupel Natalia I. Velasquez Michael A. Vella Anna Verutes John S. Verveniotis Thomas J. Wagner Zachary D. Waite Payton N. Waller Brady T. West Jaiden C. Wettstein Lindsey Jayne Wettstein Quinn Wilson Isabella P. Wolfensberger William E. Yelsits Elizabeth C. York Isabella Zangari Haley M. Zelles Laura Zervas

South Side H.S. Grade 12 Honor Roll

Alisa B. Barker Owen T. Burns Matthew J. Cardi Jacques J. Charvet Thomas R. Eckrich Aldemar S. Elias Jacob Flaherty Michael A. Gryboski Sophia D. Jackson Sean M. Kennedy Brendan J. Leavenworth Matthew W. Leone Yu-Hui Li Jaquelyn M. Loccisano Paul A. Mata Delaney G. Micalizzi Isabella M. Milone Michael P. Mincieli Sophia G. Moone Olivia L. Moore John A. Quinn Kiersten M. Quirk Scott R. Restivo Olivia C. Roach Fleming Zaire N. Robinson John C. Russo Patrick R. Sandhaas Jack T. Schwartzberg Vasion Sinjari Nicholas J. Tesar

South Side H.S. Grade 12 High Honor Roll Isabella R. Adipietro Jessica Agajanov Erin Agoglia Arianna R. Alamo Madison A. Alcock Dana Allen Jaxon M. Bacchi Kevin Bazile Ashlynn Y. Beauge Brady R. Bender Racquel A. Benjamin Julia M. Bianco Anna G. Bingham Katherine Grace Bohan Sydney E. Brancaccio Madison E. Brower Avery V. Brull

William J. Capuano Matthew Cavallo Camille C. Charvet JonAnthony Cipriano Margaret H. Connors John Jude Considine Dylan P. Costello Sean M. Croutier EllaGrace V. Delmond Skylar R. DeLuca Juliette Diaks Ella M. DiFrancisca Christian M. DiRubbio Matthew J. DiSalvo Connor J. Dotzler Olivia Duca Jack R. Duncan Grace E. Egan Kathleen M. Egan Christopher F. Erickson Caitlin K. Espiritu Chase K. Evans Sophie R. Federico Nicholas J. Feinstein Margaret Rose Ferrick Alexander C. Fishkin Marlana R. Fogelberg Cameron K. Formes Madison Gamberg Emma G. Garrett Michael J. Gibney Kirsten N. Greene Jackson T. Grehan Emilio F. Grillo Priscilla A. Grima Isabella M. Gutierrez Karen S. Hansen Rosemary K. Hasin Michaela A Hendry James T. Hennessy Madison Heyward Courtney A. Kanyuk Thomas M. Kelly Jonathan P. Koziarz Faith E . LaMacchia Sydney F. Levine Joelle Gregoire Lincoln Ava G. Locurcio Amy C. Lomuto Kristen E. Longworth Christian A. Loucas Matthew G. Lozito Anna D. Ludwig J. Robert MacAneney Jr. Jamie G. Mann Cole T. Manzi Sarah M. Martineau Christina N. Martino Samantha L. Martino Montana O. Mawhinney KellyAnne McCarthy Michaela E. McCormack Grayce M. McDonald Catherine E. McGetrick Madeline C. McGovern Ryan P. McHugh Charles C. McKeough Jenelle N. Melendez Matthew H. Melkonian Shannon E. Morgan Owen J. Mroz

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ith more than 70 parks and recreation facilities, Nassau County is literally full of places to play. Many of these parks have pools — both indoor and outdoor —great playgrounds (and winter skating — but no need to think about that now). Others offer some of Long Island's most unique opportunities for recreation. From a recreation of a 19th-century village to an aerodrome field to castle-like mansions, Nassau County has plenty to offer. Hiking and biking trails, swimming pools, and outdoor adventures can be had all across the county. Here’s a selection to get you started on your family adventure. And don’t forget a about a pleasant stroll or bike ride at your local neighborhood park.

its event schedule. Garvies Point Museum and Preserve/Glen Cove Tour the dioramas illustrating Long Island's geological history as well as Native American archaeology. An interactive exhibit encourages children to climb aboard an authentic dugout canoe, gather some fish, then pick corn and other vegetables and place them on a realistic looking fire for a "meal." After touring the museum, visitors can amble out back, enjoy a picnic, identify butterflies in the colorful garden, then head down to the beach. A short but steep woodland path takes you to the rocky shore of Long Island Sound. The museum hosted workshops and events all year long, prior to the pandemic, and is expected to resume when it is safe to do so.

Cedar Creek Park/Seaford Nickerson Beach Park/Lido Beach With an archery range, dog park, tether car speedWith 155 acres of recreation, including a half-mile way, an aerodrome field for model airplanes, as well an of beachfront on the Atlantic; a fun zone for kids that award-winning playground and a year-round roller includes a playground and basketball courts; a pitchrink, the 259-acre Cedar Creek is worth a visit. The and-putt golf course; and a food concession open in archery range is free and open to the public. Archers the summer, Nickerson Beach Park is more than just a must bring their own equipment. beautiful beach. For families looking to do some An Academy of Aeronautics card is required for a camping, there are 74 recreational vehicle sites and 13 permit to use the aerodrome field, but spectators are sites for tents. Group area camping is also availwelcome at no charge. Spectators are also permitted able; reservations are required. at the tether car racetrack, one of only a few in the United States, and which attracts visitors from all over Planting Fields Arboretum/ the world. The park is run by Nassau Oyster Bay County. Nickerson Beach Park This state park is the former (516) 571-7700 estate of the Coe family and an Christopher Morley Park/Roslyn 880 Lido Blvd., Lido original Gold Coast estate. With 98 acres, this county-run park, It includes the original 409 acres of located in northern Nassau, boasts a Old Bethpage Village property, with the historic buildings, recently renovated playground with a Restoration English gardens and greenhouses. nontraditional climbing apparatus, (516) 572-8400 Take a stroll through the lush a basin for model boats, shuffleboard, 1303 Round Swamp Rd., grounds and woodlands and horseshoes, outdoor ice rink, outdoor Old Bethpage admire the largest collection of pool, and tennis courts. Additionally, camellias in the Northeast. Enjoy a there are 30 acres of peacefully woodGarvies Point Museum picnic on the lawn or grab lunch at ed nature trails and a dog run. and Preserve the café. Tours of the Tudor-style The park hosts a farmers' market (516) 571-8010 Coe House are available, and public from mid May-late November. Golfers 50 Barry Dr., Glen Cove events are held frequently. can enjoy a 9-hole, par-30 course. garviespointmuseum.com Families can get fit along the one-mile Old Bethpage Village fitness trail. There are 20 stops along Restoration/Old Bethpage Christopher Morley Park the trail with equipment and instrucStep back in time and visit a re(516) 871-8113 tions for doing pull-ups and balance creation of a 19th-century village. Searingtown Rd., Roslyn activities. The 209-acre living history museum features a variety of homes, shops Cedar Creek Park Eisenhower Park/East Meadow and businesses. Among the many (516) 571-7470 Larger than Central Park in New family-friendly activities are seasonMerrick Road, Seaford York City, Eisenhower Park offers visial celebrations, including the poputors a multitude of athletic and recrelar Long Island Fair each fall. On Eisenhower Park ational activities. Fitness facilities summer weekends, catch a game Merrick and Stewart aveinclude a world-class aquatic center of baseball, 1860s style. nues , East Meadow and gym, 16 tennis courts, ice skating (516) 572-0348 center with two NHL-sized rinks, athWantagh Park/Wantagh letic fields, and basketball courts. Another Nassau County park, Wantagh Park There is also an outdoor fitness Wantagh Park is right on the water. 1 King Rd., Wantagh trail with stations incorporating differThis park often gets overshad(516) 571-7460 ent exercises. For families eager to owed by Jones Beach State Park, spend some time together, there is an which lies just south. But Wantagh Planting Fields 18-hole miniature golf course and Park is quieter and easier to access. Arboretum three renovated playgrounds, one of The main attraction is the swim1395 Planting Fields Rd., which has a sprinkler pool. The Let All ming complex that includes an Oyster Bay the Children Play play area is one of Olympic-sized pool, diving pool, plantingfields.org only a handful of playgrounds on kiddie pool, training pool, and an Long Island designed with disinteractive sprinkler pool with two Sand Point Preserve abled children in mind. water slides. 127 Middle Neck Rd., The park, Nassau County's largThere are a variety of fitness faciliSands Point est, which hosted many seasonal ties, fields, and courts in addition to a (516) 571-7901 events throughout the year prior to fitness trail. Or simply walk along the sandspointpreserveconthe Covid-19 pandemic, including water and enjoy the views. There is servancy.org outdoor movie nights, concerts, and also a dog run with separate areas celebrations, will eventually return to for large and small dogs. n

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to-face with others after a lengthy time at home. The camp’s health providers should have specialized training in children's health and emotional well-being. Counselors should also have training available to help children cope with stress they may be experiencing. What kind of support is available for campers with special health care needs? Camp directors should aim to meet the needs of all children. Some children with special health care needs or disabilities may need special accommodations so they can enjoy camp while being protected against Covid-19. If your child has special health care needs, talk with camp directors and your pediatrician to identify what specific accommodations your child may need. Existing plans, such as Individualized Family Service Plans and Individual Education Plans, can be helpful. How will campers move throughout the day at camp? According to the CDC, small groups of campers with dedicated staff, when possible, will help minimize Covid-19 risk. Staggered arrival and drop-off times may also help limit contact between groups. How will snacks and meals work? It may be safest for campers bring their own meals, if possible, and eat in separate areas or with their smaller group. This would be less risky than dining halls or cafeterias. Ideally, children should bring their own water bottles rather than drinking from water fountains. What extra steps are being taken at overnight camps? When looking at overnight camps, ask if children will bunk with their daytime groups and how sleeping areas will be arranged. Lining up mats or beds so that campers and staff sleep head-to-toe at least six feet apart can help limit risk, Should my child be tested for Covid-19 before or during camp? A diagnostic Covid-19 test can be useful when a camper or a staff member had a known exposure, or is showing coronavirus symptoms. In these cases, test results can help guide decisions such as who can return to camp safely, when to notify families whose children may have been exposed, or whether the camp should be closed. However, antibody blood tests should not be used in decisions about going to camp. These tests only show if someone had the virus at one point in time. They can't identify someone who still has an active infection without symptoms, for example. n Above photo: A time-honored tradition, camps are eager to welcome campers once again this summer.

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ummer is just around the corner and after many months of limited activities during a long winter in a pandemic, many parents and children are looking forward to being outside and enjoying summer camp activities. There are important physical and mental health benefits to summer camp. After resisting in 2020, many parents see an antidote to a school year when their children have been glued to a computer screen. According to some camp operators, their summer programs are filling faster this year than in years before Covid. Tuitions from last summer have been rolled over for many families, giving most programs a head start in enrollment. With some camps limiting their enrollment for this summer and teen programs not offering the same number of trips as in normal times, now is the time to start making decisions if you’re preparing to place your kids in a summer program this season. Summer camps offer children opportunities for peer interaction, increased independence, leadership roles, exercise and the challenge of trying new things. These experiences are even more significant given the social limitations that the Covid-19 pandemic has placed on children. It will be important for parents to find summer camps that help children reestablish these important social connections while maintaining the important Covid-19 risk mitigation strategies to keep children healthy while at camp. Day Camps All camps will be following the CDC’s guidelines to maintain healthy environments for campers. How will your camp implement these guidelines? Creating a healthy camp environment: Camps should be clear that any camper or counselor experiencing Covid-

ture? Will the camp notify other families if a child tests positive for Covid and what will the policy be?

19 symptoms must remain at home and obtain a Covid test before returning to camp. What are your camps protocols on daily screenings and quarantine requirements for exposed campers and/or staff? Face masks and physical distancing: All campers and counselors should wear face masks. Physical distancing is particularly important during times of high intensity activity. How will the camp accommodate increased spacing of campers and counselors? What will be the maximum number of campers per group? Will the same staff be assigned to the same group everyday? Limit carpooling: Unvaccinated campers should ride to camp with people in their own household. Hygiene and cleaning: Campers and staff should wash hands frequently. Surfaces and shared objects should be wiped down often. Vaccination and infection policy: How will camps monitor campers and staff daily for Covid-19 symptoms while at camp? If a child develops symptoms, how will the camp manage sick children and facilitate their safe depar-

Sleepaway Camps Most sleepaway camps plan to create a “bubble” this summer for children. In order to do this, children and families will need to limit high risk activities and avoid large gatherings during the week before camp starts. Most camps will require a Covid test before the camper arrives and many will perform testing on campus once the camper arrives. Some issues to think about including the following. Camp arrival and risk mitigation: How will camps structure the first week of camp? Will the camp perform Covid screening tests on all campers once they arrive? Will the camp test throughout the duration of the session? Have most of the staff/counselors received the vaccine? Also determine if children will wear masks during the first few days of camp and find out if the children be in cohorts for the first week or for the entire camp session. Activities: Understand how activities will be structured and how the will camp utilize and maximize outdoor spaces, including mealtime procedures. Parent visiting days: Unfortunately, most camps will not be able to have camp visiting days as the arrival of many people outside the camp bubble carries the risk of bringing Covid into the camp environment. If your child’s camp is hosting a visiting day, it is important to ask the camp how they plan to mitigate the risk of Covid exposure. Infection policy: Understand the camp’s plan for a child that has developed Covid-like symptoms. Have they created a place to isolate sick children? If a camper does test positive for COVID, how will the camp manage quarantining bunkmates and other staff or campers exposed to the sick camper? n

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SPOTLIGHT Accent on Eyes

Accent on Eyes is an optical boutique that was founded by Bruce Mirkin in 2003. Bruce designed the store to display frames by collection and to feature unique eyewear not found in most other optical stores. The store has an inviting and comfortable atmosphere where we carefully hand select the perfect frames and sunglasses for your personal style and optical needs. We don’t just choose a frame that fits you now, we think about how the glasses will look after they are done with the complete prescription. We specialize in children’s eyewear and sport goggles and contact Lenses. We always make children and their parents feel comfortable when they come in to get glasses for the first time. We know that choosing frames for kids can be stressful, but our caring and compassionate staff makes this a fun experience for all. Accent on Eyes 28 South Park Avenue, Rockville Centre 516-766-2800

Carefree Racquet Club

Where can find a junior summer tennis camp highlighting the excitement of competition, high instructured and plenty of all-around playtime? At Carefree Racquet Club, complete with seven airconditioned indoor tennis courts, 2 half-court basketball court, a cozy lounge and snack area... that’s where! At Carefree’s summer camp, we encourage the social aspect of loving the game just for the fun of it. We stress the positive approach to competition which gives our juniors perspective on and off the court. Comprised of knowledgeable and the staff is and Tennis Professionals. We will be waiting! Carefree Racquet Club 1414 Jerusalem Avenue, North Merrick 516-489-9005 www.carefreeracquetclub.com

Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Camp is a 140 acre co-ed short-session sleep-away and day camp for children ages 8 -16, located on Long Island Sound in Riverhead. Campers can stay for a single 5-day session or up to 8 weeks. Perfect to help helps your child get adjusted to being at camp. Activities are chosen by the camper. We offer Farm/Horticulture, Animal Science, Archery, Horseback Riding, Ropes Adventure Course, Wilderness Survival, Drama, Sports, Fishing and much more! Dorothy P Flint 4-H Camp 516-832-2591 x 11 www.dpf4Hcamp.org

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Beach Baseball Camp is an organization comprised of highly qualified coaches who instruct young athletes to reach their full potential in the sport. Specific skills training within multiple aspects of the game include: infield/outfield work, pitcher/ catcher guidance, hitting/bunting foundational skills, proper running techniques, formation of a winning attitude, and mental preparation. June 28th through July 2nd is open to players entering grades 3-5 and July 5th through July 9th is open to players entering grades 6-8. Space is limited, so act fast! Beach Baseball Camp 516.548.1001 www.beachbaseballcamp.com

Big Chief

The Merrick Theatre and Center for the Arts was organized for the benefit of members of the community to provide education, entertainment, and exposure to cultural experiences. The objective of the organization is to become a resource for both the residents and businesses of the greater Merrick area and to enrich the cultural depth and education of the community at large. Merrick Theatre strives to encourage community based cultural development and creative expression, as well as to provide entertainment for the community as a whole. The Merrick Theatre and Center for the Arts 2222 Hewlett Avenue, Merrick 516-665-3127 merricktheater@optonline.net

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Big Chief is a family owned/operated school/ camp that has been proudly serving the community for 67 years. (6 weeks to 13 years). Big Chief provides a clean/safe environment where children feel loved and secure. We are small enough to give that personalized attention with great counselor/ child ratio. Older campers customize their own program based on their interests. Large enough to offer great extensive activities. Promoting the love of and lifelong skills. All tucked away on park like facilities in the heart of East Meadow. Air conditioned facilities , heated pools (true quality care). Big Chief 516-781-3900 www.bigchiefschoolandcamp.com

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Attention all singers-songwriters-artists-musicians you can work with New yorks top producer/ engineers in a state-of-the art recording studio in Bellmore Village. The sound lab offers everything from recording –mixing and mastering with an engineer … to protools/logic/beatmaking classes and intro. To music promotion and more… Inquire about our summer recording camps- or the “one song special” that includes recording- mix and master that is Radio/social media ready. The Sound Lab 300 B Bedford Avenue, Bellmore 516-804-2222 soundlabnyc.com

Lawrence Woodmere Academy Summer Day

Ages: 2 to 15. Fees: Call for rates. Specialties: Full day, half day, Red Cross swim instruction, arts and crafts, drama, dance, tennis, aeroball, sports, sports clinics, all immersion arts camp; Center for Creative Arts Academy, and all immersion sports camp; Champion Sports Academy. Note: Transportation and meals included, extended days: early drop-off and late pickup available (subject to change). Tour April through June call for an appointment. Lawrence Woodmere Academy Summer Day 336 Woodmere Blvd., Woodmere 516-374-5559 lwasd.org.

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The finest baseball summer camps on long Island. Have your kids make some amazing memories this summer. Learn the game of Baseball from those who really know it! Friendly and knowledgable staff. Best High School coaches from Long Island and current and former top college baseball players. No matter what your child’s skill level from beginner to expert, this camp will be sure to help your child reach the level of play they’re seeking to achieve. Sign up today! AGES 5-14 welcome. Week #1 July 5 - 9 Newbridge Park - Bellmore. Week #2 July 12- 16 Greis Park - Lynbrook. Week # 3 July 19 -July 23 Newbridge Park. Week #4 July 26 30 Newbridge Park - Bellmore Valbrook Baseball Camps 516-377-1801 www.Valbrook.com

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or many of us, the memories of summer camp stick with us forever. They're triggered and brought to mind by the smell of a campfire, the sight of a canoe in the water or simply a cheeky song that we remember belting out with our summer friends. 2020 put a hold on the making of those memories, but as things come back to the table of opportunity, many summer programs are working diligently to create a safe space for our kids to begin to get back to the business of making memories. Whether you’re ready to register, or prefer to create your own summer memories with your children, find an option that makes you comfortable. As the end of a pandemic school year approaches, the idea of summer break may cause some stress for parents, not quite sure of what to expect or how to prepare for a happy, safe summer. While your child may be thrilled by the end of the school year, anticipating lazy days and sleeping in, the prospect of summer break isn’t quite that unalloyed pleasure for parents. And if you have a child with emotional or developmental issues who is challenging in the best of times, nothing calls on whatever extra powers you might possess more than the long break that lies ahead.

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from posted schedules that outline what will happen throughout the day. Make plans Try to schedule as many activities as possible that work for your family, as early as possible, and keep your kids posted. This can mean anything from “we’re going to Aunt Mary’s on Thursday for a barbecue” to having a set routine that every day, weather permitting, you’ll be going to the playground or pool. Even one such activity can give kids a center of gravity, so to speak, around which the rest of the day can be structured. Get outdoors Home has become a safe cocoon during the pandemic, but no child should spend hours in front of a screen. If camp or a local summer program isn’t in the cards, try to find something your child enjoys — riding a bike or scooter, or splashing at the pool, water park, or beach — and do it. Plus, physical activity is good for everyone’s mind, body and spirit, especially those kids with energy to burn. Maintain a behavioral system Children and teens, especially, may act like they want to be in charge, but the truth is they feel safer knowing exactly what you expect of them and the rewards that result from good behavior. This is never truer than during the seemingly boundless — and boundary-free — summer break. n

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Educators have met countless new challenges throughout the pandemic, and they are more deserving than ever of recognition for their passion, perseverance and dedication. They have inspired their students and communities, and they are the inspiration for the inaugural HERALD Head of the Class Awards! The HERALD Head of the Class Awards was created to honor outstanding K–12 education leaders in public, private and charter schools throughout Nassau County, based on nominations and input received from the public—and that means you! Students, teachers, families, administrators and community members are all invited to submit their nominations right now at HeadOfTheClassAwards.com. Nominations close May 16. 1 GRAND PRIZE WINNER & 10 FINALISTS WILL BE SELECTED IN EACH CATEGORY: Top Elementary Teacher • Top Middle School Teacher • Top High School Teacher Don’t miss the excitement as the finalists and winners are announced at our virtual event on June 16 at 6 p.m. and will be featured in the June 24 edition of the Herald.

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Molloy College will hold an in-person, drive-in style commencement for graduating seniors.

Molloy College to host drive-in style graduation pate in the ceremony, having had their own in-person graduation canceled last year due to the pandemic. “We are so happy that we will be able to provide graduates with a more traditional commencement ceremony here on our campus,” Molloy College President James Lentini said in a statement. “We also have invited the Class of 2020 to join us so that they, too, can enjoy one of the most important rituals for students.” “I really wanted to give Molloy a proper good-bye,” said Janine Baron, part of Molloy’s Class of 2020 that had a virtual graduation event last year. “Last year’s class missed out on the pomp and circumstance of a traditional graduation and I am so grateful that Molloy is including us in this year’s event.” All commencement activities follow the safety guidelines of state and local health officials. For more information on the commencement ceremony, visit www. molloy.edu.

News brief Cleanup scheduled for RVC Sports Complex Local elected officials have organized a community cleanup of the surrounding areas at the Rockville Centre Sports Complex for Sunday, April 25 between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. Park and meet up at the Rockville Centre Sports Complex on Peninsula Boulevard. The community cleanup is sponsored by State Assemblywoman Judy Griffin, State Senator Todd Kaminsky and Nassau County Executive Laura Curran as well as local community organizations and groups. Participants are asked to wear masks. Email griffinj@nyassembly.gov with any questions or concerns or call her Rockville Centre office at (516) 561-8216.

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Molloy College became the first college on Long Island to announce it will hold an in-person ceremony for its 2021 commencement on May 18 and 19, featuring a ceremony that will be live-streamed to giant television screens in the campus parking lot, drive-in movie style, where families can watch from their cars. The live ceremonies will take place in Molloy’s Madison Theatre before a socially distanced group of administration and faculty in graduation robes. Students wearing graduation attire will queue up outside the theater, cross the stage to accept their degrees, and exit the theater and return to their waiting families in their cars outside. Graduates will process by school: School of Business, School of Education and Human Services, School of Arts and Sciences, and the School of Nursing and Health Services. Students from the Class of 2021 will be joined by students from the Class of 2020, who are invited back to Molloy to partici-

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Mercy Hospital hosts mental health webinar By Tom Carrozza tcarrozza@liherald.com

Catholic Health’s Mercy Hospital in Rockville Centre hosted a Zoom webinar on April 17 titled “Covid-19: The Hidden Impact on Mental Health, Substance Use & Addiction.” Experts in mental health and substance abuse recovery explained how the extra barriers the pandemic and ensuing lockdown caused have affected so many of our families and friends. Dr. David Flomenhaft, the director of outpatient behavioral services at Mercy Hospital, opened the panel by explaining how the past year has affected people’s mental health and led to a sharp increase in anxiety and suicidal thoughts. “We know that suicide is a multi-determined result of stress,” Flomenhaft said. “The Covid period increased uncertainty and isolation, and they’ve certainly had quite the influence.” He went on to provide hope for a better future, citing better weather, vaccine distribution and a slow return to normality. He encouraged people to talk with their friends and family members who may be struggling. “Having a conservation with someone about suicide doesn’t plant the idea,” he said. “It’s important to have these discussions.” Longtime Rockville Centre resident John O’Shea followed by discussing the

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merCy HospiTal HosTed a virtual webinar on mental health. loss of his son, Ryan, to suicide at the age of 18 in 2019. O’Shea created the Ryan Patrick O’Shea Foundation, where he now serves as the vice president and has since worked to remove the stigma around having those difficult conversations with loved ones. “We teach our kids to come to us with their cuts and bruises,” O’Shea said, “but we never, or rarely, ask them to come to us when their emotions challenge them.” Ryan was seen as a source of strength

for many of his friends, but many suffer in silence, O’Shea continued. The foundation uses school programs to address the silent crises people sometimes face. Suicide is the second leading cause of death for New Yorkers between 10 to 34 years old, according to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. The increased isolation and anxiety levels people are experiencing have led to a rise in substance abuse and addiction. Anthony Rizzuto, the founder of Families

in Support of Treatment, or FIST, says that with hospital beds full due to Covid during the worst of the pandemic, many recovering patients have relapsed without in-person support. “I’ve seen people that had a substantial amount of sobriety relapse,” Rizzuto said. With the increase in the need for services and a decrease in beds available, a shift to tele-health and Zoom group therapy meetings was required. This provided challenges to both caregivers and patients, though. “There’s a lot of non-verbal communication that happens when you’re facilitating a group,” Rizzuto said. There is hope, he added, with the pandemic seemingly winding down, that patients would be able to maintain sobriety by attending in-person self-help groups like alcoholics anonymous. Rizzuto listed places of worship and gyms as pieces of the recovery process for many, as well, adding that their returns would be helpful. Finishing up the webinar, Town of Hempstead Councilman Anthony D’Esposito taught viewers how to apply Narcan Naloxone to treat a narcotic overdose. Nassau County saw 75 deaths and 74 hospitalizations due to opioid overdoses from between January and June last year, according to the New York State County Opioid Quarterly Report. Mercy Hospital offers virtual resources — visit mercymedicalcenter.chsli.org.

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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 May 05, 2021, 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-in-interest in such real estate shall pay to the County Treasurer by May 03, 2021 the total amount of such unpaid taxes or assessments with the interest, penalties and other expenses and charges, against the property. Such tax liens will be sold at the lowest rate of interest, not exceeding 10 percent per six month period, for which any person or persons shall offer to take the total amount of such unpaid taxes as defined in section 5-37.0 of the Nassau County Administrative Code. Effective with the May 05, 2021 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 05th day of May, 2021 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 2019 - 2020 and/or County, Town, and Special District taxes for the year 2020. The following is a partial listing of the real estate located in school district number(s) 21, 20 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 2021/2022 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 2021/2022 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: 20 LYnBROOk UFSd Name Parcel Group Lot ZOBKIW NICHOLAS & OLGA 37054 02520 252-253 SABORIDO JOSE R 37062 00110 11-12,251 PLAZA HOME MORTGAGE INC 37228 01010 101-102,201-202,403 ,603 KILLELEA THOMAS & LISA 37236 00210 21-23,307 COMPOLI REMO & GIOVANNA 37260 00510 51-53 MICCIO LOUIS R 37263 00400 40-43 PELLICANO ANTHONY 37265 01170 PEDERSEN LEE WALDRON 37273 01800 180-181 MIRVILLE GENEVIEVE & MARY 37280 03490 MANCINI MANAGEMENT LLC 37302 02270 227, 232 NOR GROUP LLC 37315 04140 GCLYN HOLDING CORP 37318 04400 LUZQUINOS ROBERT 37318 04460 446 & 449 GGH ACQUISITIONS LLC 37532 02320 232-233 GGH ACQUISITIONS LLC 37532 02340 234-235 VISLOCKY EVELYN 38 P 01060 106-109 PFEIFFER PATRICIA E & WALTER L 38089 02180 COMMERCIAL GROUP LLC

Amount 15,786.62 5,142.85 5,130.46 12,707.74 17,037.34 954.05 12,166.55 4,618.45 10,146.22 8,134.33 16,980.93 16,472.55 15,406.52 10,241.91 9,309.27 19,616.62 16,666.62 17,749.25

38091 00080 DIVYA GOYAL INC 2,432.98 38092 01020 EMPIRE DEVELOPMENT GROUP LLC 7,269.16 38094 00080 EMPIRE DEVELOPMENT GROUP LLC 14,414.68 38094 00090 MALTENFORT DAVID & SHIRLEY 13,749.00 38377 00080 8-9 CHARVAT JOHN E 12,076.96 38399 00140 LUZQUINOS ROBERT 12,718.78 38470 01710 MARIA ROSARIA CURCIO TRU 929.81 38498 0028UCA01900012428 CA 190 UNIT 124 SITT VINCENT & MAY 3,883.11 38512 01410 GROSS JERRY & ESTHER 1,239.24 42 C0200210 BLANK JEFFREY & SUSAN 8,229.36 42 C0200260 SAIFI HAFIZUR & NASRIN 2,555.43 42 E 01670 GRAZZIANO CAROL A 4,869.29 42 E 0550UCA001500025550 CA 15 UNIT 25 SASSON RAYA & SOKOL SERGIO 44,662.14 42 H 05080 BILLY & NIKKI LLC 24,480.80 42 M0100130 OCONNOR MICHAEL & DAYLE 9,548.96 42 Q0200460 NICHINSON LINDA 3,353.66 42 Q0300370 POME JOEL & MICHELE 15,417.25 42 R 01260 126-128 FASANO ANTHONY & ALEXIS 1,683.82 42103 01690 PREZIOSA LOUISE 24,579.06 42104 00300 30-31 STEPHENS BRIAN 14,215.09 42112 00460 NADEL PAUL 4,277.15 42114 00200 KARAMIKIAN HAGOB & STELLA 5,009.47 42115 00180 KRAKAUSKAS VIKTORAS & KAREN 7,229.04 42115 00390 MCFADDEN PAULA ESTATE 16,758.41 42125 03180 318-319 BELL REALTY GROUP LLC 28,548.96 42127 01150 115-119,342 US BANK NA 1,268.09 42127 02080 AGABABAEV MARK & TATIANA 8,582.41 42127 03450 DUNN NORMA W 20,531.20 42127 04220 GILMARTIN ROBERT J & COLLEEN 16,458.20 42151 02950 ADDONA DAVID & STEPHANIE 388.38 421630100860 86,429 ADDONA DAVID & STEPHANIE 1,007.00 421630104090 BOOMSTEIN ANITA 2,930.10 42196 00510 TORRES EDUARDO E 5,980.47 422110101510 151-153 SAMANTHA ROSE LLC 9,000.58 42242 00140 US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION 17,629.22 42252 00150 BALAGULA ALEKSANDRA & 18,218.45 42257 0009A 9A & 9B ROTOLO SHARON 5,114.54 42261 00110 GINGOLD DAWN ALLISON 2,425.84 42281 00040 PERSICO MITCHEL & JOANNE 14,009.02 42281 00110 GENOSAR HAGIT & ISAAC 23,425.49 42281 00150 EHRLICH MICHELLE & SCHWARTZ EMANUEL 19,886.90 42281 00310 RAMLAKHAN DIPCHAND 19,055.86 42281 00350 TOwn OF HEMpSTEAd SCHOOL: 21 ROCkvILLE CEnTRE UFSd

Name Parcel Group Lot RYAN AUDREY 35071 00890 89-91 RAKEMAN MICHAEL & KELLY 36 F 00120 VARELA DOUGLAS & CARMEN 36015 00080 8-9 RE 84 STREET HOMES CORP 36183 00520 RUGGIERI JOAN H 36187 02710 271-274 SOTACK WILLIAM & MARY 36197 06710 671-672

Amount 498.11 16,142.57 8,123.18 883.03 16,051.23 2,422.57

ROMERO HERBERT & LILLIAN 3,293.66 36204 08550 PENKAVA ERIC & DEBRA 12,490.70 36243 01040 WASSENBERGH JOHN & CAROLINE 1,621.53 36247 02300 230-233 ILNYCKYJ LANA & PYSZCZYMUKA ANNA 9,574.29 36275 00020 HARMEL LLC 2,531.68 36277 00300 MCCABE HARRY 2,210.96 36283 00890 CAMVA EQUITIES LLC 23,025.15 36289 00300 30-34,50 PELLEGRINI JAMES & XOCHITL 23,970.69 36335 00850 85-87 BEAVER ELSIE 1,246.23 36335 05410 STERNBERG ELAINE H 4,499.23 36354 00160 16,416 ATLANTIC SHORES PROPERTY BUYERS 8,715.87 INC 36357 02840 KURRUS WILLIAM 13,055.65 36358 04560 HARKINS DENNIS & THERESA 456-458 2,696.50 36456 00020 FAUSTINI GERREN & VICTORIA 1,580.13 364570100580 STOEHR LAWRENCE & SARAH 24,731.61 38163 01160 RIORDAN DANIEL & GINA 27,818.31 38168 00120 12-14 KLEIN REFAEL M & GILA 2,023.91 38171 01100 PRUNTY JAMES P & MARY T 1,572.21 38181 01290 NOLAN CAITLIN & HENRY BRIAN 10,195.07 38182 00290 KEENAN JOHN L & SARA A 965.91 38183 00110 11-15 BAKER DAVID & MARY 1,028.81 38193 00380 38-39 BROZOVSKY DORIS 8,082.47 38195 0522UCA022800303522 CA 228 UNIT 303 KUTNER CHRISTOPHER & J 1,215.80 38213 00040 4-6 HARMS JR J WESLEY & JOANNE 10,824.62 38213 00430 43-45 JAMOULIS JOHN & LAURA E 16,135.21 38215 01150 CASCIO JOHN & KAREN 15,472.33 38245 01820 FANNON ROBERT & MARGARET 18,792.06 38249 01280 ALTARAC REALTY LLC 24,246.84 38264 02850 WILMINGTON SAVING FUND SOCIETY FSB 725.52 38265 00130 WOLLWEBER STEPHEN & E 18,161.91 38267 00080 BERNARD PETER & MARIE TRUST 709.06 38269 00250 25-27 BRETT VINCENT 2,378.76 38270 00140 14-15 KELLY III PETER F & MARIA ANN 930.51 38277 00080 KELLY III PETER F & MARIA ANN 9,398.49 38277 00090 9-10 LANSER KATHERINE 14,832.38 38281 00040 KRALJIC JOHN & MARIE 11,091.02 38281 00220 RMAG PROPERTIES LLC 67,867.08 38282 02400 215 MAPLE LLC 26,412.57 38282 02440 HSRE-SP ROCKVILLE CENTRE LLC 2,275.36 38285 01190 188 MAPLE AVE PROPERTY LLC 51,450.08 38290 00410 41 & 77 NORTH VILLAGE CENTRE INC 31,358.55 38295 00030 45 N VILLAGE LLC 1,187.55 38295 00320 1 NORTH VILLAGE LLC 18,391.90 38318 03520 GALATIOTO JOAN M 985.54 38327 00150 SCHIMENTI HELEN 1,820.75 38329 00020 STATHIS CHRISTIAN & ROBYN 4,465.96 38330 01050 KILARJIAN MARK & ANNE 7,326.63 38332 00010 DREYER DON 13,679.32 38436 0435UCA007300324435 CA 73 UNIT 324 HUBERT FRANK & LAURI 1,311.86 38439 01470 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 percent of the amount from which the tax liens have been sold and the remaining ninety percent within thirty days after such sale. If the purchaser at the tax sale shall fail to pay the remaining ninety percent 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 percent 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 are advertised as follows: TOwn OF HEMpSTEAd District

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Hundreds attend autism awareness walk

ROCKVILLE CENTRE HERALD — April 22, 2021

By Nicole AlciNdor nalcindor@liherald.com

The sun shone brightly through the clouds last Sunday as hundreds of parents and their children with autism joined local residents in Baldwin Harbor Town Park for the Hangout One Happy Place Autism Awareness Walk. The Hangout One Happy Place is a Baldwin-based nonprofit organization that gives teenagers and young adults with special needs a space to socialize and safely engage in activities. Before the walk began, music blasted from speakers at noon, as young adults on the autism spectrum danced on a stage in the park. Tables were also set up to sell raffle tickets and allow participants to make arts and crafts and decorations. Event organizers said the walk’s main purpose was to give teenagers and young adults with autism a chance to shine. “These autistic young adults help me to see the joy in life, and it gives everyone in the community happiness because it’s a gift from heaven to see them shine,” said Baldwinite Angela Lucas, founder and president of the Hangout One Happy Place, who has worked in the Baldwin School District for 15 years in the specialeducation department. “I feel blessed to have started the Hangout One Happy Place because it gives these young people with any disability a home and a place to hang out and have a good time and just be family.” Lucas, the Baldwin Herald’s 2020 Person of the Year, said she founded the Hangout One Happy Place in 2019 as a space for teenagers and young adults with special needs to interact with one another while doing activities, such as arts and

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The hANgouT oNe Happy Place hosted an autism awareness walk last Sunday in Baldwin Harbor Town Park. crafts, games, karaoke singing and dancing. She said her organization is different from others, though, because she allows the participants — ages 15 to 38 — to choose the activities that they want to take part in. “There are many programs for specialneeds teens and young adults that don’t allow them to have a voice, and I wanted to change that by creating the Hangout One Happy Place,” Lucas said. “This is the first autism walk that my organization has hosted and it definitely won’t be the last.” Other volunteers shared similar enthusiasm about wanting to honor the autism community and bring about autism

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LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Public Meeting Nassau County, New York Meeting Date: April 27, 2021 Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 330 Rockville Centre Village Code NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Board of the Village of Rockville Centre will hold a Public work session via videoconferencing and will be recorded LEGAL NOTICE April 27, 2021 at 7:00 PM Public Work Session: Case No.: 01-2021 Robert Palombo Request for a waiver of minor subdivision Planning Board hearing. Premises known as: 6 Banbury Road Incorporated Village of Rockville Centre Nassau County, New York RVC 2021D – A local law to amend the Code of the Village of Rockville Centre, in relation to establishing the Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)

Overlay District and the uses permitted therein. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on this specific date, the Rockville Centre Planning Board will conduct a public work session. Anyone interested shall have an opportunity to be heard on the application. Dated: April 16, 2021 PLANNING BOARD OF THE VILLAGE OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NEW YORK Donna Joyce, Chairperson Thomas Wassel, Esq, Board Counsel Patrick D. O’Brien, Corresponding Secretary Information and records for Planning Board Cases are available at 110 Maple Ave, RVC 125619

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who are both on the autism spectrum. “This event holds a special place in my heart, and I think that this event shines a light and allows for those with disabilities to have a wonderful bonding experience, which is especially amazing during this dark pandemic time,” he said. “It’s important for us to help out people in Baldwin with special needs, and this event has shown me that we rise by inspiring and lifting up others, and coming together as a community to give back to the autistic community.” Long Beach resident Kathy Butler’s 28-year-old son Among was the many young adults with special needs to take part in the walk. “I love the Hangout One Happy Place because this program does not force young adults into a mold, but it is a place for my son to relax and be who he is with other peers,” Butler said. “And my son is in many programs, but this is different . . . This is really where he can be who he is. The pandemic has been devastating to the disabled, but the Hangout One Happy Place has relieved a lot of my son’s isolation during this pandemic time. This autism walk is also just such a wonderful event so far.” County Executive Laura Curran, of Baldwin, attended the event and gave a citation to Lucas.

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y March 4-10 column, “Voting is an act of choice and an expression of voice,” prompted a note from someone who wanted to talk about threats to democracy. He leads a group of citizens who support candidates, without regard to party affiliation, as long as they support the principles of democratic government. He also said the group avoids candidates on the extreme right and left. When I asked for examples of positions taken by the extreme left, he referred to U.S. RoBERT Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and SCoTT three other female members of the House of Representatives. These four popularly elected officials, however, do not advocate revolution or communism and are not anti-capitalism. Indeed, they advocate policies that the majority of Americans support. These include President Biden’s pandemic rescue plan, an infrastructure bill to repair roads and bridges and expand broadband, background checks for gun purchases, renewable energy with tax credits and increased taxes on large corporations that currently pay low or no taxes. They advocate policies

to address income inequality, climate change and international cooperation. They do not deny the protections of the Constitution. If these are far-left policies, then the majority of Americans are far left. My reader then mentioned Sen. Bernie Sanders. While Sanders calls himself a socialist, he does not advocate a government takeover of private business. He calls for protections of workers and fair treatment for those on Main Street, not just for those on Wall Street. Even Jamie Dimon of JPMorgan Chase has cited the need to eliminate tax subsidies for hedge funds, private jets and golf courses. That’s is what socialism looks like: government subsidies for private enterprise. In contrast, the far right attempted to undo a legitimate presidential election. It also is determined to remove government regulations that ensure food and water safety. Alarmingly, members of the far right also advocate severe limitations to voting by claiming, without evidence, that there was widespread voter fraud in the 2020 and 2016 presidential elections. In sum, it appears that those my correspondent called far left support programs that most Americans view as necessary, and those he calls far right want to reduce and limit the rights of Americans. Some cite the protests associated with

Black Lives Matter gatherings as evidence of far-left activity, but those protests were largely peaceful and advocated fair treatment by police. They have not threatened lives the way white supremacist groups have in Washington, D.C., Oregon, Virginia and elsewhere, or planned to abduct an elected official, as they did in Michigan. In fact, while a 2020 review of almost 900 politically motivated acts committed since 1994 found that some were committed by farleft groups, such as the Animal Liberation Front and the Earth Liberation Front, the attacks resulted in one death. During the same 25-year span, acts committed by farright groups ended in 329 fatalities. It is true that some on the left have called for “defunding” the police in response to cases of police brutality and the use by police departments of militarystyle weapons, vehicles and tactics. But this has been largely a matter of rhetoric to force an agenda. Calls for defunding the police are a plea for shifting some funds from policing to mental health counseling, conflict-reduction training and community policing. At times, it seems the media and others promote false equivalencies in order to acknowledge both sides of an issue. But that leads to a distortion of truth, in this

hen media and others go out of their way to consider both sides of an issue.

case by claiming that there are equivalent extremists on both sides of the political aisle. We can see this in claims of “cancel culture.” Yes, speeches by some conservative commentators have been canceled because of student protests, and there are threats to free expression on some college campuses where groups try to mandate anti-racism programs. I disagree with many of these actions. Alternative points of view should be debated, presumptions of guilt should give way to evidence, and intolerance of questions has no place at a university. But these incidents pale in comparison to the far-right efforts to pass legislation controlling what can be taught and who can teach at universities, in defiance of a Supreme Court ruling. Our democracy requires truth, transparency and less anger. We need our elected officials to reflect the will of an informed citizenry and to work together for the common good. We need to protect the principles of social justice and equitable treatment. If one side is always saying no to policies that a majority of Americans support, you have to wonder why. There is no path to justice when anger prevails, when some rely on alternative facts, and when no one listens to contrary opinions. Robert A. Scott is president emeritus of Adelphi University and author of “How University Boards Work” (Johns Hopkins University Press, 2018, Eric Hopper Awardee, 2019).

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don’t care if you are numb to this outrage. I don’t care if I’m numb to it. From where I sit, the carnage from gun violence in America, the continuing, ongoing, shocking deaths by gun, move to the head of the must-do list for this new administration. We know that list is long, and every one of the top five issues feels like a hemorrhaging wound that needs to be stanched. Covid vaccine rollout? Migrants at the border? Stimulus for the economy? Crumbling bridges? Insurgents RANDI storming the halls KREISS of government? Every problem demands action, but the national epidemic of gun violence speaks to a malignant cultural sickness that we need to treat now. 2020, the year of the pandemic, was the deadliest year for gun fatalities in decades, according to The Washington Post. That fact is especially interesting because the number of mass shootings (four or more people killed) decreased. Apparently, people were home more, so they just shot one

another. We are making up for the dip. Since January, we have suffered 147 mass shootings in America. Some 12,416 people were killed by guns over these four months. These are people shooting family and friends and strangers. These are suicides and armed robberies and kids picking up guns and shooting their brothers and sisters. These are drive-by hits and “accidental” killings. No one wants to take away anyone’s legally owned guns. But we need better laws to keep guns out of the hands of children and criminals and unstable individuals. We need bans on military-style automatic weapons. Last week, President Biden said he would take executive action to fight what he called “an epidemic and an international embarrassment of gun violence.” It is a modest initiative. Golda Meir famously said that when Israel’s enemies loved their children more than they hated Israel, peace would be possible. The same could be said of Congress: When they love our children more than they hate standing up to the National Rifle Association, the slaughter will stop.

As I write, police are investigating a mass shooting at a FedEx outlet in Indiana. Within an hour of the murders, the usual post-massacre teams gathered at the scene: police, media by the truckload and a group that travels from killing spree to killing spree with counselors and money for funerals and warnings about post-murder scams. The fact that we have such a team in America is both an indictment of our society and, obviously, a necessity. We all know the lingo of “lockdown” and “active shooter” and PTSD caused by shootings. Really, it is an abomination that we have become so proficient at handling the tragedies rather than preventing them. Remember Sandy Hook? Dylan’s mom and Daniel’s dad write to me often. In truth, I dread reading their e-mails; their words darken the day. But how wrenching it must be to write the words. These parents are leaders of the Sandy Hook Promise Foundation, the group that advocates stricter gun-control laws. They are victims of the tragedy, both having lost first-graders in the mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in 2012. Their work is pure and hero-

wo parents of children killed at Sandy Hook Elementary School write to me often.

ic — trying to find a slender thread of hope in the heap of terrible grief that has consumed their lives. When 20 little kids were murdered in their classrooms and no serious gun control was enacted, it was more than disheartening. The legal gridlock effectively proved the intractable power of the National Rifle Association. Schools installed locks and alarms, but this isn’t about inventing better security systems in our schools. If alligators were on the loose in schools, we wouldn’t give our kids alligator repellent. We would get rid of the alligators. In an average year in this country, guns kill some 30,000 people. The information comes from the Gun Violence Archive, a nonprofit formed in 2013 to offer free online public access information about gun-related violence in the U.S. We need legislators to write and pass laws that will end the slaughter. Do members of Congress love their children? You bet they do. Do they love their jobs so much that they won’t stand up to the NRA? You bet they do. When they love their children, and America’s children, more than they love NRA money, we may finally see support for real gun-control laws. Copyright 2021 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.

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How it all began In 1970, America led the way in founding the now international Earth Day movement. Sen. Gaylord Nelson, a Wisconsin Democrat, came up with the idea after witnessing the environmental devastation caused by an infamous 100,000-barrel oil spill in Santa Barbara, Calif., in 1969, according to the nonprofit Earth Day Network. On the first Earth Day — April 22, 1970 — some 20 million Americans took to the streets and parks to protest widespread industrial damage to the environment.

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Point One: Cleanup of the Northrop Grumman toxic plume. In 2016, we wrote, “Gov. Andrew Cuomo and the State Department of Environmental Conservation must find a way to force Northrop Grumman and the Navy to clean up the toxic mess they left behind in Bethpage, Wantagh and Seaford. The toxic plume that formed during World War II beneath the old Grumman aerospace plant in Bethpage is steadily moving southward. Chemicals used to manufacture naval warplanes were carelessly allowed to seep into the ground. If the plume isn’t stopped, it will eventually reach South Oyster Bay, contaminating the fragile wetland ecosystem that hugs the entire South Shore and harming, if not destroying, the area’s fishing and clamming industries. The stakes could not be higher.” We are happy to report that Cuomo announced a $406 million remediation plan in December among the state, Northrop Grumman and the Navy to clean up the plume. The only trouble: Doing so could take 100 years, showing us, in no uncertain terms, that it’s far

better to prevent damage to the environment through government regulation than to allow polluters to have their way. Point Two: An ocean outfall pipe for the Bay Park Water Reclamation Facility, one of two Nassau County sewage treatment plants. In 2016, we wrote, “Our federal, state and local governments must –– must –– find a way to fund an ocean outflow pipe from the Bay Park Sewage Treatment Plant, a county facility, three miles out to the Atlantic Ocean. The greatest environmental threat facing the South Shore is nitrogen-laden effluent from the treatment plant. Each day, millions of gallons of this wastewater pour out from a cement pipe in the middle of Reynolds Channel, just north of Long Beach. From there it is dispersed by the tides. “The nitrogen accelerates seaweed growth. The seaweed, which grows to unnatural lengths, easily breaks apart and rots, robbing marine life of dissolved oxygen. There are now whole sections of

letters Congratulations to the Heralds To the Editor: Congratulations to the Herald Community Newspapers on winning 26 awards at the New York Press Association’s Better Newspaper Contest. Week in and week out, the Heralds provide high-quality coverage of the news that matters most to our community, and the dozens of honors the newspapers received are a testament to that fact. In particular, Senior Editor Michael Smollins deserves special recognition for earning the second-place prize in the Best News Story category for his reporting on a critical environmental issue facing our communities. Likewise, Executive Editor Scott Brinton is to be commended for receiving third place in both the Best Column and Best Editorial categories, in addition to two other honors.

the Western Bays that are considered ‘dead zones.’” Today, we are happy to report that the county is moving ahead rapidly with plans to construct a $408 million pipe from the Bay Park plant under Sunrise Highway, in an abandoned aqueduct, and then on to the Cedar Creek Water Pollution Control Plant. From there, it will be sent three miles into the Atlantic Ocean. Point Three: Nitrogen reduction. In 2016, we wrote, “Local municipalities, businesses and even homeowners must take responsibility for the unnecessarily high amounts of fertilizers they pour on lawns to keep them emerald green. Golf courses consume vast amounts of fertilizer. So do homes. Any excess fertilizer that doesn’t dissolve into the ground is washed into street drains, and from there into the bays. Fertilizers also accelerate seaweed growth,” damaging the bays. In 2021, we are happy to report that the Long Island Nitrogen Action Plan, a partnership among the DEC, the Long Island Regional Planning Council, and Nassau and Suffolk counties, has made significant progress in assessing the extent of Long Island’s nitrogen pollution and developing plans to reduce it. So much more needs to be done, however. Homeowners can help by spreading only organic fertilizers on their lawns. The organics dissolve slower in the soil and do not wash away as easily as synthetic fertilizers. Clearly, Long Island has made significant strides these past five years, which is cause for celebration. Protecting our environment, however, is a never-ending battle that we must win.

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he federal Food and Drug Administration and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on April 13 advised that states temporarily pause administration of the Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 vaccine. There’s no question that the cases of six women who suffered unusual blood clots — one of whom died — need to be monitored and considered closely. This is certainly an alarming setback. But the abundance of caution exhibited does not mean the vaccine is unsafe BrUCe for widespread use. Rather, it FarBer means that we are following a safety measure that was installed in the process to safeguard further patients who may be susceptible to clotting. This is what we want to see during the vaccination process, or for any medical treatment, for that matter. In fact, this news demonstrates that the process is working. Safety has always

been paramount to this massive vaccination effort, perhaps the largest clinical undertaking in centuries. This pause — and let me reiterate that it is only a pause for now — indicates that the U.S. is well organized to evaluate, and ideally prevent, these occurrences. The Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System is used by agencies to report the side effects of vaccines, an effective and seamless way for federal agencies to alert physicians to symptoms of these seldom-seen blood clots and treat them properly if they encounter them. In terms of J&J’s vaccine, more than 6.8 million people had already received the single-shot dose before the pause, so there was about one-in-amillion chance of this severe clotting to occur. And still, the six cases were enough to persuade clinical advisers to decide to review progress before moving forward. The CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices is meeting to investigate these cases closely to determine their cause, and whether vaccinations should continue. Their job is to

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County seeks $85 million for veterans’ care To the Editor: My administration is seeking $85 million in federal infrastructure funding to expand health care and housing for veterans. The funding would help the nassau Health Care Corporation renovate facilities to include veterans’ in-patient services and specialized care, establish a Veterans’ Adult Day Health Care Program and upgrade unoccupied apartment buildings on nHCC’s East Meadow campus to house veterans suffering from housing insecurity. The funding would preserve nHCC’s role as the region’s only public-safety-net health care system and establish an important satellite for the northport Veterans Affairs Hospital for thousands of veterans who require treatment but find it out of reach because of the distance. We have an opportunity to expand critical care and enhance quality of life for thousands of veterans who served our country. Too many veterans right now in nassau face burdensome hurdles as they travel to out-of-county facilities for specialized care. This is a chance for

openly discuss the safety and process moving forward. And in the age of misinformation, their work is critical to presenting the facts. Vaccines are the biggest weapon in the fight against Covid-19, and in a timely way, because timing does matter. It matters in places like Michigan, which is now seeing a fourth surge in coronavirus cases and hospitalizations. It matters for countries like Thailand, which until now have been able to contain the virus. And it certainly matters for the loved ones of the women who suffered the blood clots. I can almost hear the faint calls of those who have been hesitant or resistant to being vaccinated. They will likely mislabel these rare side effects as common, distorting them into reasons to skip the inoculations. That would be a grave mistake and miscalculation. With Covid-19 stubbornly hanging on as the third-leading cause of death in the U.S., we cannot afford to simply eliminate this type of vaccine from our anti-pan-

demic arsenal without the most careful consideration, nor can we afford for nine million recently shipped doses to go unused. Let’s not mince words about the need for this vaccine. The World Health Organization reported that more than four million people were recently diagnosed with Covid-19 in a single week. In that context, our federal agencies bear a heavy burden as they evaluate whether these unusual medical occurrences are vaccine-related. Let’s push forward with the use of the other vaccines while we place some trust in the agencies charged with investigating the safety of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. For all of us, I hope for a better understanding of why the women suffered the severe clotting, and the establishment of parameters so we can safely resume the use of the vaccine in the near future. Bruce Farber, M.D., is the chief of the Division of Infectious Diseases in the Department of Medicine for North Shore University Hospital and Long Island Jewish Medical Center, and is a professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.

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Remembering Jackie Robinson To the Editor: April 15 marked the 74th anniversary of Jackie Robinson playing his first major league baseball game for the Brooklyn Dodgers. It was a milestone for

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integrating the sport. It was a time when working- and middle-class men and women of all ages, classes, races and religions commingled in the stands rooting for Robinson and his teammates, regardless of ethnic origin, game after game. Ordinary Brooklyn natives could ride the bus, trolley or subway to Ebbets Field to see their beloved Dodgers. Everyone could afford a bleacher seat. Hot dogs, beer, other refreshments and souvenirs were reasonably priced.

Just as Robinson fought racism in the 1950s, the Detroit Tigers’ Hank Greenberg had to do the same with anti-Semitism in his time, during the ’30s and ’40s. Robinson and Greenberg both show us the long-lasting relationship between African-American and Jewish sports fans standing together for decades in support of one another. LARRy PEnnER Great Neck

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