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Docs answer parents’ Covid questions State Senators Jim Gaughran, Anna Kaplan and Kevin Thomas partnered with the American After the federal Centers for Academy of Pediatrics to host a Disease Control and Prevention virtual panel May 26 at which and Food and Drug Administra- parents could ask pediatricians tion earlier this month approved their questions. Emergency Use Authorization “All of these elected officials for the Pfizer-BioNhave shown tremenTech vaccine for dous dedication to children ages 12 to the issue of child 15, Dr. Shetal Shah, health,” Shah said. president of New “We are fortunate to York Chapter 2 of be able to work with the American Acadsuch wonderful partemy of Pediatrics, ners.” said pediatricians The panelists were inundated by included pediatriparents’ questions. cians from hospitals “Questions and medical centers ranged from parents across the state, who were enthusiasmany of whom are tic about their chilexperts in pediatric dren getting vacci- SHETAL SHAH infectious diseases. nated who wanted to President, Parents had the know the quickest opportunity before, New York chapter, way to secure an during and after the a p p o i n t m e n t t o American Academy panel to submit t h o s e wh o we re of Pediatrics their questions to more hesitant about the doctors. vaccinating their “Our panelists child,” Shah said. are all distinguished pediatriTo help answer parents’ ques- cians and division heads of peditions, as well as alleviate the anx- atric infectious disease at our iety they might be feeling about nationally recognized children’s vaccinating their children hospitals,” Shah said. against Covid-19, Nassau County Gaughran said it was an Legislator Arnold Drucker and CONTINUED ON PAGE 23

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RABBI DANIEL BAR-NAHUM opened a bottle of champagne in celebration of three matriarchs being recognized for their years of dedication.

Temple B’nai Torah brunch honors three matriarchs By JENNIFER CORR jcorr@liherald.com

Joy and laughter filled the air on a warm Sunday morning inside the walls of Temple B’nai Torah in Wantagh. Temple congregants, as well as local officials and dignitaries, were there to honor three “matriarchs” — Gail Grossman of East Meadow and Jan Friedman and Rita Hofer of Wantagh. “Each of these valorous women have given so much to

our sacred community,” Rabbi Daniel Bar-Nahum said in an introductory prayer, reminding the congregation of the matriarchs of the To r a h : S a r a h , Re b e c c a , Rachel and Leah. “May this gala allow us to share our gratitude, appreciation and love for these three remarkable women. May this Sunday morning allow us to celebrate with them and their families the hard work and care they have put into our community.”

The honorees were presented with citations from Gov. Andrew Cuomo and State Sen. Kevin Thomas, among other officials. They also received a collection of cards from fellow congregants inside a scripted box, as well as a video of congregants thanking them for their service to the temple and performing a song written for them. Grossman joined the conCONTINUED ON PAGE 3

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Man sentenced to 17 years in prison for 2019 crash The Nassau County District Attorney’s Office announced that Anthony Chiantella was sentenced on June 4 to 17 years in prison for a near-fatal crash on the Wantagh State Parkway in February 2019 that left his passenger a quadriplegic. Chiantella, 29, was sentenced before Judge Terence Murphy to 17 years in prison and five-years post-release supervision. He was convicted by a jury of assault in the first degree, assault in the second degree, reckless endangerment in the first degree, vehicular assault in the second degree, two counts of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol and driving while ability impaired by the combined influence of alcohol and a drug on April 16. According to the indictment, on February 2, 2019 at approximately 4:41 pm, the defendant, drunk and under the influence of cocaine, was driving

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24-year-old Nicholas Mustakas’ 2007 Honda Accord at more than 130 miles per hour northbound on the Wantagh State Parkway when he lost control of the vehicle near Exit W6 and crashed, ejecting both the defendant and his front seat passenger, Mustakas, from the vehicle. Both Chiantella and Mustakas were transported to Nassau University Medical Center following the crash. Mustakas endured numerous surgeries, prolonged hospitalization, and physical therapy, but remains a quadriplegic and requires around the clock care. He is unlikely to walk again. Senior Assistant District Attorney Christopher Casa and Senior Assistant District Attorney Alexander DePalo of District Attor ney Madeline Singas’ Vehicular Crimes Bureau prosecuted the case. Robert Schalk represented the defendant.

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Adding to three for the newly graduated Pandemic or not, the June calendar Okay, it might not be the most approprireturns and it’s time for graduates in all ate advice for the “fresh, right out of the kinds of in-person and virtual forms to university” job applicant, but given all the celebrate their achievements and get internships and job emphasis students ready for the world that lies ahead. What experience today while working towards career advice, wise or otherwise, can we and securing a diploma, it’s a valuable share with them when we didn’t predict consideration. the recent past and have some limited No one ever talks about the second, vision on the days to come? third or fourth jobs in a sucWhatever we knew before cession for one’s profession – feels so yesterday, so limited maybe there finally is a math in its relevance than just a that isn’t only about the salafew months ago. ry increase. So, to step back from the In fact, this math really philosophical and focus on does seem to add up: the job I the practical, I captured a hated the most had maybe one very unexpected source for out of three, the job I loved suggestions: Guillaume Huin, the most had the three and the social media director of then some. Zero-sum employbrand content and engagement vs. the win-win. auren ev ment at McDonald’s. Of course, the chance to In a recent article from evaluate may be pretty worthAdweek.com, “How McDonless if you need to make the ald’s Social Media Director Uses Brand mortgage payment and ensure that there Power for the Greater Good,” Huin, is food on the table. But given an emphasis among other topics, focused on his job tra- on occupation for newly-minted gradujectory. In short, he credited a conversa- ates, opportunities to learn, be with good tion with one of his bosses at McDonald’s people and recognize (be recognized for) France, Maurizio Biondi, for helping Huin your contribution aren’t bad guideposts, figure out what his “next move should be.” for work or for life. According to Huin, “...Mr. Biondi said ‘a job is three things – do you keep learn- A contributing writer to the Herald since ing? Do you like the people you work with? 2012, Lauren Lev is an East Meadow resiAre you recognized for what you do?’” dent and a direct marketing/advertising And then Biondi recommended, “If executive who teaches marketing fundayou have three, stay. If you have two, stay mentals as well as advertising and marketbut prepare the next move. If you have one ing communications courses at the Fashion or zero, no work is worth your mental Institute of Technology and SUNY Old health: leave.” Westbury.

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FELLOW CONGREGANTS PERFORMED a song written and dedicated to the three honorees.

Congregants and volunteers shown love AT LEFT, HONOREE Gail Grossman, seated center, was surrounded by family and friends.

CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE gregation 42 years ago, when her son, Greg, was 5. Encouraged by her friend Roz Walowitz, Grossman joined the Sisterhood Board, and became president four years later. She also joined the temple’s board of trustees, and served as temple president, among other positions. Grossman said that her favorite role at the temple has been fundraising and membership, overseeing fundraising events like Schalach Manos, Mitzvah Makers, Shabbat Shuttle and Family Fun Night. And when it comes to catering such events, you can always find Grossman in the kitchen. She is known for her coleslaw and Italian meals. “I love this temple, and until my last breath, I will dedicate myself to the Jewish community, which is so important,” Grossman said. “When we first started Temple Emanu-El back in the 1970s, there were 700 families. Now, with three temples combined, we barely hit 500. Please, be an advocate out there. Tell your friends, tell your family, it’s so important to be a member of the Jewish community.” Friedman, a longtime member, is also a leader of the Sisterhood Board. She joined the congregation in 1963, and has since become known for jumping at the chance to volunteer and help organize. Friedman has taken on many leadership roles, including president of the Sisterhood Board and the Suburban Temple. Also a member of the Ritual Committee, she recruits volunteers to light candles and give speeches to the bar/bat mitzvah children on Friday nights. She is also famous among congregants for making sure that there is no shortage of desserts at temple fundraisers. “This temple has been our second home for 58 years,” Friedman said. “Our children were brought up here . . . our family is here, our parents were buried from this temple, my grandson was named in this temple. That’s the joy of this place. It’s a family. If you could all keep this building with that in mind, we

will be a success. People will come and they will stay, because they need to feel that they belong. That’s what this temple did for me and my family.” Hofer, another member of the Sisterhood Board, is known for organizing Bingo at the temple. She joined in 1965 and became an active member of the congregation shortly afterward. Organizing Bingo games isn’t just about calling numbers, because it also involves licensing, bill paying, keeping track of expenses and organizing the schedule for 70 workers. Hofer’s efforts have brought in millions of dollar over the years. She has also enjoyed making dinners for the first-graders in religious school and for the children’s choir before services. And Hofer is also involved with numerous committees, such as the Reopening Task Force Committee. Many people have said they want Hofer as their grandmother, though her

grandson Andrew Obergh reminded the brunch guests that she is his grandmother, and the best one at that. “My grandma has always been involved with the temple since I was alive, for 25 years,” Obergh said. “Everyone knows her. Everyone appreciates what she does, and she’s great. Best grandma in the world. Everyone wants my grandma, but no one else can have her.”

KAREN FRIEDLANDER, FAR right, presented Rita Hofer with a gift from the congregation.

WHAT’S NEWS IN AND OUT OF THE CLASSROOM

HERALD SCHOOLS Seaford SADD signs on to student safety “Be Safe. Be Smart. Be Seaford.” It’s the short but impactful message on a new sign outside of Seaford High School, a reminder from the Students Against Destructive Decisions club about the importance of making good choices. The club, under the direction of advisers Chelsea Emerman and Mary Lang, began planning for the new sign about two years ago. Fundraising was delayed due to the Covid-19 pandemic, but eventually SADD was able to resume its efforts earlier this year by selling Seaford Pride gear. The new sign is in front of the school and alongside the driveway to the main parking lot, so almost every student sees it on his or her way into school. The design includes a red ribbon, which is the symbol for drug-abuse prevention, topped with a Viking hat. A green wave through the sign pays to homage to Seaford’s primary color as well as its location on the South Shore. SADD club members noted that health and wellness is a priority throughout the Seaford community, and they wanted to do their part to spread the message. They noted that they wanted a sign with a more encompassing message than the older “Live Life Drug Free” sign it replaced. They say the new slogan emphasizes all facets of good decision-making and personal wellness. “This is our community,” SADD club member Sam Lukaszewski said. “We want people to be safe in it.”

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SEAFORD HIGH SCHOOL’S SADD club, joined by co-adviser Dr. Chelsea Emerman, recently unveiled a new sign emphasizing good decision-making.

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There were laughs, lots of exercise and some important life lessons at Seaford Harbor Elementary School’s marquis spring event, Harbor Day. The annual tradition continued on May 26 despite restrictions from the Covid-19 pandemic. Harbor Day featured a pair of virtual assemblies. In the morning, children enjoyed the Laugh Factory Comedy Magic Show. In the afternoon, classes logged on for a character education program hosted by Boosterthon. Intertwined in a dance party were lessons about care, courage, grit and teamwork. Outside, each grade level had time for physical activity, including basketball and soccer games. The PTA provided crafts for children to do throughout the day. Students also wore their “Home is Where the Harbor Is” T-shirts, with each grade receiving a different color to form a rainbow. “Harbor Day is a huge tradition,” Principal Thomas Burke said. “It’s a day for the children to celebrate themselves and the pride they have for their school.”

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senting a very interesting virtual lecture at 7 p.m. Did you know that Old Westbury Gardens and its mansion were built in exchange for the acceptance of a marriage proposal? Or that there’s a graveyard on the grounds? Did you also know that if 500 New Yorkers hadn’t died, there’s a good chance the Highline wouldn’t exist today? Garden writer Jessica Damiano will explore the fascinating history of these two gardens. Discover the beautiful plant selections that make them stand out. Musuem passes for the Old Westbury Gardens are also available through the library. Register for the program at seafordlibrary.org. For more information, call (516) 221-1334.

The ‘90s Band Enjoy the music of the 1990s at Mulcahy’s, 3232 Railroad Ave. at 6 p.m. The $39.95 entry includes a sharable food item. The 90’s Band will start at 7 p.m. Make a reservation at (516) 783-7500.

Saturday, June 12 Seaford Maker’s Market There will be another Seaford Maker’s Market on June 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Seaford LIRR parking lot located at the Jackson Avenue entrance. There will be over 35 vendor selling goods from soaps to jewelry to clothing. This event is presented by the Seaford Chamber of Commerce.

Friday, June 18 Capt. Cool Band

Mike Delguidice & Big Shot Celerate the music of Billy Joel and much more with a performance at Wulcahy’s Pub & Concert Hall, 3232 Railroad Ave., from Mike Delguidice & Big Shot at 9 p.m. With proof of vaccine, get a general adminission ticket for $20. Non vaccinated people should call (516) 783-7500 for a table reservation. Doors open at 6 p.m.

Monday, June 14 Virtual Horticulture Lecture Join Paul Levine, “The Plant Guy,” as he discusses 9 to 10 plants and also fruits and vegetables from his terrace garden. For Seaford Public Library patrons, he will discuss over Zoom at 7 p.m. how much light each plant should get, different watering techniques and he will talk about planting in containers vs. planting in the ground. Log into the program 10 to 15 minutes before the program. To register for the event, visit seafordlibrary.org. For more information, call (516) 221-1334.

Tuesday, June 15 Budget re-vote The Wantagh School District budget re-

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Seaford Saturday Nights The first Seaford Saturday Night will be on June 19 from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Seaford LIRR station. There will be live music, food trucks, craft vendors, Metrocade game truck, a just-escape truck and the Seaford FD will be there. Presented by Seaford Chamber of Commerce. vote will take place from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. at all three district elementary schools. This vote will require a 60 percent supermajority voter approval. For more information about the budget, visit wantaghschools.org or call (516) 765-4100.

Zumba at the library Have fun and get fit with a certified Zumba instructor at the Wantagh Public Library, 3285 Park Ave., from 7 to 8 p.m. Zumba combines Latin and international music with dynamic, yet simple, excercise moves. This program will be conducted in the library’s community room. Wearing a mask and maintaining social distance is required by the library. To register, visit Wantaghlibrary. org or call (516) 221-1200 for more information.

Trivia and tacos Tuesday nights are trivia and tacos at Craft Kitchen and Taphouse in Wantagh, 1885 Wantagh Avenue. Trivia begins at 8 p.m. Enjoy three tacos for $7, Coronas for $4 and margaritas for $5. For more information, call (516) 781-2700.

Wednesday, June 16 Friend of SEPTA Awards Wantagh SEPTA’s favorite meeting of the year is back. At 7:30 p.m., the Firends of SEPTA Appreciation Awards is an evening where Wantagh SEPTA presents awards to individuals who have gone above and beyond in positively impacting and contributing to a child’s educational or social experience. For more information about the event and to

Playing your favorite yacht rocking hits from the 1970s and 80s, will be the Captain Cool Band. They will be at Mulcahy’s, 3232 Railroad Ave., at 7 p.m. There will be $4 Heinekens from 5 to 7 p.m., as well as a full dinner menu available. No cover for this show. Call (516) 783-7500 to make a reservation.

watch the virtual award show, visit Facebook.com/WantaghSepta.

Summer Food Festival Join Chef Rob Scott as he shows Seaford Public Library patrons over Facebook live how to make grilled shrimp with feta cheese, tomato and orzo salad, jerk grilled chicken with a watermelon fire and ice salsa and a summertime red, white and blueberry shortcake. Login information will be sent to those who have registered. All are welcome. To register, visit seafordlibrary.org. For more information, call (516) 221-1334.

Thursday, June 17 Old Westbury Gardens & Highline

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Wantagh High School graduation will be on June 18. Seaford HS graduation will be on June 26. The Seaford chamber of Commerce will hold its Fall Fest on Oct. 1 at 1 p.m. The 2021 Patriot Award Dinner from the Seaford 9/11 Memorial Committee will take place June 29. The Doobie Brother’s 50th Anniversary Tour coming to Jones Beach Theater on June 21. Seaford Little League 50/50 drawing will take place on Championship Saturday, June 12 at 5 p.m.

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Town of Hempstead hosts drive-in movie marathon run for the enjoyment of the residents of America’s largest township.” The remaining movies of the season are: ■ June 10 – Croods: A New Age ■ June 11 – The War with Grandpa ■ June 12 – A Dogs Journey ■ June 13 – I Am Ali ■ June 17 – My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 ■ June 18 – How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World ■ June 19 – Avengers: Endgame

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Building on the incredible popularity and success of similar programs last summer and this past winter, Supervisor Don Clavin and the Hempstead Town Board announced the much-anticipated sequel: “The Return of Free Drive-In Movies!” Beginning on June 3, Town Park Point Lookout will screen a dozen movies on a giant LED screen and residents can watch from the comfort of their own vehicles. Clavin made the announcement in partnership with Senior Councilwoman Dorothy Goosby, Councilman Bruce B l a ke m a n , C o u n c i l m a n A n t h o ny D’Esposito, Councilman Dennis Dunne Sr., Councilman Tom Muscarella, Councilman Chris Carini, Town Clerk Kate Murray and Receiver of Taxes Jeanine Driscoll. The town’s media sponsor is KJOY 98.3. “When many local municipalities were postponing or cancelling programs during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Town of Hempstead was creating innovative options for our residents to enjoy recreational or entertainment options,” Clavin said. “The Drive-In Movies series was one of the town’s most popular programs in 2020 and early 2021 and we are happy to bring back it back for another

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Coming off the only defeat of his career, finishing fourth as the Kentucky Derby favorite, Essential Quality got redemption last Saturday when he edged past intense pacesetter Hot Rod Charlie down the stretch for a thrilling 1 1/4-length victory in the 153rd running of the Belmont Stakes. Sent off as the 6-5 betting favorite, Essential Quality triumphed for the sixth time in seven starts and provided trainer Brad Cox and jockey Luis Saez with their first career Triple Crown wins. Owned by Dubai-based Godolphin Stables, the Tapit colt completed the famed 1 1/2-mile “Test of the Champion” in 2:27.11 and paid $4.60 to win. Preakness winner Rombauer finished a distance third. “With the Tapit on top we really thought he would get the mile and a half when given the opportunity,” Cox said. “We always thought he had the ability. After the Derby, you just have to see what it takes out of them. It’s a demanding race as well as the Belmont. We were watching him for a week or so. We put our heads together and felt like if we we’re going to keep him in training we might as well run him.” In the winner’s circle, Godolphin President Jimmy Bell said Essential Quality, who last year won an Eclipse Award as champion 2-year-old, has never run a bad race in his life. “He probably ran as good a race as he’s run in the Derby,” Bell added. “We all wish sometimes to work out a better trip, but it wasn’t meant to be and that’s horse racing.” It was an ideal trip for Essential Quality in the eight-horse Belmont, however. He broke clean from the No. 2 post and sat chilly in fifth place as Hot Rod Charlie set a blistering pace just ahead of Rock Your World, going 22.78 seconds in the first quarter and 46.49 for the opening half mile. “He broke well, but it took four or five strides to get position going into the first turn,” Cox said. “I was a touch shocked. I thought we’d be a little closer on our own. When we saw the opening quarter, I felt good. And then the 46 he was laying midpack and on the outside.” Still in a comfortable spot as the hot pace continued through a mile run in 1:37.40, Essential Quality made a strong move coming out of the final turn as Rock Your World backtracked out of contention, setting the stage for a crowd-pleasing twohorse stretch duel. “Luis did a good job of getting him into position,” Cox said. “Turning for home, we were pretty much on even terms with the leader. Hot Rod Charlie ran a tremendous race to hang around that late after doing most of the dirty work. Our horse really showed his talent and stamina.” Essential Quality, who earned $800,000 to boost his career bankroll to more than $3.2 million, moved a neck in front of Hot Rod Charlie at the eighth pole and inched

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ESSENTIaL QuaLITY, TOP right, with jockey Luis Saez aboard, overtook Hot Rod Charlie down the stretch to capture the 153rd running of the Belmont Stakes before a crowd of 11,238 last Saturday. ESSENTIaL QuaLITY’S cONNEcTIONS, from left, Godolphin Racing President Jimmy Bell, trainer Brad Cox and jockey Luis Saez celebrated in the winner’s circle after capturing the Belmont Stakes.

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further away in the final strides as the 11,238 fans in attendance roared. “It was a pretty nice trip,” Saez said. “That’s what I was expecting, we knew there was going to be a lot of speed, so we tried to get a clean break and be right there. I knew he was going to run his race at the top of the stretch. On the backside, he picked up the bridle and was moving pretty well, so I’m not going to try to take him

back and go inside when he was running pretty well.” Jockey Flavian Prat, who returned to ride Hot Rod Charlie in the Belmont Stakes after piloting Rombauer to his Preakness win, said: “We had a good race. He was traveling well on the lead and he was really game today. It was a great effort. We had a lot of pressure, but I don’t think it would have mattered today. I’m really proud of

my horse.” Contested without spectators in 2020 due to the pandemic and shortened to 1 1/8 miles as the first leg of the Triple Crown, the Belmont was again held in front of fans (limited to approximately 12-percent capacity) and at its standard distance. Rounding out the order of finish was Known Agenda, Bourbonic, Rock Your World, Overtook and France Go de Ina.

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ast year, when we knew we needed a reopening plan for September, that's when we formed our Reopening Committee. That represented all the constituent groups of the Bellmore-Merricks — teachers, administrators, parents, custodial, clerical, directors, chairpeople — and we worked non-stop. These people gave up their summers and time with their families so that we were well prepared. We really broke down our entire school community by area, created subcommittees and went to work. Because of all the planning and preparation, we feel that we did as best a job as possible. We were able to open full-time instruction for students in September, and we were able to stay open and offer as many extracurricular experiences as possible to make the school

BELLMORE Social Studies teacher, Wellington C. Mepham High School year seem as normal as possible for kids. The collaboration and dedication of the school community is what makes me proud. I certainly would not consider one person a sole hero — it is the Bellmore-Merrick community that acted heroic throughout this pandemic, in my mind. And we did it for kids, and that's from everyone: our principals, our administrative team, our teachers — who were honestly incredible heroes through this — and custodians, cafeteria, safety workers, nurses. People did things and took on new roles that they've never had before, because we needed the extra effort. I look back, and it's really one of the greatest years in Bellmore-Merrick history because of what we've been able to overcome for our kids.

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e host an in-person St. Baldrick's Chop Your Locks event every year. Last year was unfortunately called off, but this year we were able to raise $22,000 — in a pandemic, which is pretty incredible. We were able to a hybrid event, where shavees were able to pre-register and physically come to the gym with family members. We also set up a Zoom where family members could watch them shave their heads. Bellmore-Merrick Broadcasting livestreamed it, too, and their hosts hosted it. It really went very well considering the climate of the pandemic that we're living in. It felt really good to be in that gym with our seniors who have lost so much this year. To see them do something that is so positive for their community and also having fun with their

friends and smiling and laughing made me so happy — that's the type of thing that makes this building so special, these kinds of events. I think as Covid numbers continue to decline, we are seeing a lot of positive changes. We no longer have the barriers on our desks in the classroom, which was exciting to be able to really see our kids, and they were so excited when they walked in. It really changes the atmoshpere in a classroom — classrooms were quiter than they normally are this year, and it's nice to have the life that we all love so much. The students are so much more adaptable than we as adults are. They have been able to handle what has been thrown their way so well.

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desks. We had a lot of theme days that we did that I created this year to make it extra special for the children. In the beginning, it was rough, but kids are so resilient. They had a great year. I think it was hard for parents because they were worried about their kids, but the kids were so happy. It was also hard for the educators, because we knew what they were missing, but the students didn’t know what they were missing. I hope that next school year we get into some sense of normalcy. I’m hoping to have a regular routine, [with] all my toys and furniture back in my class. Hopefully, it will be like years of the past. If it’s not, we rise to the challenge.

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s a dance instructor and student who graduated from Pat’s Dance Studio, I attend and enjoy my classes because it’s like a second family here. The fact that we get to see each other continuously nine months of the year, it feels like a ritual. It’s the gathering aspect, the communal aspect, the coming together. Plus, it’s fun. For my older students, they enjoy the challenges, and for my younger students, seeing their smiles, getting their hugs, getting their little drawings and seeing them blossom in front of the mirrors, it warms the heart. Here, unlike sometimes in school, it’s about learning, but it’s also about fun. This is a small social setting, so the kids grow confidence between themselves and from meeting different people from different

places, from private schools, public schools and even homeschool. For example, I have an insulin pump, and I had to explain it to one of the girls when she saw it. They demonstrated how much they appreciated the education, but I also appreciated their concern and embrace. In the future, post-Covid, I will teach different classes which allows me to connect with all the children, which is the most important to me. Getting to know my students is a priority to me because that’s how I get to inspire them. With the timid ones, I see them growing out of their shell, and with the talented ones, I appreciate seeing their technique. It is the growth that most enjoy and aim for.

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f you’re like most men, you probably have a career plan and a retirement plan. And maybe even a plan for starting or providing for your family. But do you have a plan for keeping yourself healthy? While some health issues are beyond your control, there are several ways you can keep your mind and body strong and healthy. June is Men’s Health Month — a good reminder for men to pay a little more attention to their health than usual. Start your healthy living plan today! Hang out with friends and family You might think you’re too busy for a boys’ night out or lunch with your mom. But activities like these, which we so missed during the throes of the pandemic, may save your life. Research shows that social ties can help you survive health problems, make you happier, and even prolong your life. One study even found that social bonds can protect your physical health as much as quitting smoking. So, now, with vaccines in place, we can begin to reconnect with family and friends we’ve so sorely missed. Eat a healthy diet Take-out food may be tasty and easy. And certainly throughout the pandemic, many of us turned to take out frequently, also comfort foods and snacking were a coping mechanism for many. Now’s the time to get back on track and return to healthier lifestyle. If take-out is still your thing, be smart about the kind of quick food choices you make. Too many fatty foods and sugary drinks increases your risk of developing heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. And you’ll risk packing on the pounds. Instead, work on eating more vegetables, fruits, lean proteins, and whole grains Break a sweat We all know how important exercise is: it can reduce your risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, colon cancer, and other health problems. It can also keep your weight down and sharpen your judgment. Plus, you will likely sleep better and live longer. Even the most diligent guys may have been sidetracked during the pandemic. With stay at home orders and just general malaise, along with binge-watching TV, losing focus last year was understandable. But there’s no reason now not to pick up the pace and refocus on your fitness goals. So try to get at least two and a half hours of moderate-intensity activity every week. Even yard work counts! Unplug and take a break Small amounts of stress can energize you and sharpen your ability to perform well. But too much stress over time can cause serious physical and mental health problems, including heart disease, diabetes, digestive problems, sleeplessness, and depression. To de-stress, get some exercise, meet up with friends and at long last take a break from the smart phone and computer screens. Get the sleep you need It seems like there are never enough hours in the day. As a result, at least 25 percent of Americans are sleepdeprived. Too little sleep is linked to obesity, accidental

trauma, heart disease, depression, and diabetes. It also puts you at risk of car accidents due to drowsy driving. Sleeping seven to nine hours per night can improve your work performance, your physical safety and your body’s ability to fight disease. Check your skin Men don’t usually pay attention to their skin, outside of shaving in the mirror. This June, spend a little time looking for new or unusual growths on your skin and help detect skin cancer in its early stages. Keep the “ABCD” rule in mind and be on the lookout for moles with the following characteristics: √ Asymmetry (one side is bigger than the other) √ Uneven borders (lines around the mole are jagged or uneven) √ Red or uneven color (moles should be one color, generally brown) √ Large diameter (moles shouldn’t be bigger than 6 mm, which is about the size of a pencil eraser) √ Pay attention to any moles that change in appearance, either in size, color or border. If you have concerns about a mole, contact your provider or a dermatologist. Lend a hand Studies have found that helping other people can decrease blood pressure, stress levels, and chronic pain. It can also reduce your likelihood of having depression and can even help you live longer. And helping others doesn’t have to be a big deal. You can donate to a fundraising drive, mow a neighbor’s grass or run a race for a charity. Throughout Covid-19, neighbors — and communities — supported one another in ever greater numbers. Let’s keep it going. Limit alcohol Happy hour, hitting the bar and watching the ball game with your pals can be a fun time. But too much alcohol can lead to injuries, cancer, psychological problems, damaged relationships, and high blood pressure. Try to limit alcohol to two drinks — such as a bottle of beer or one and half ounces of hard alcohol—per day if you drink. Health providers recommend drinking even less. Drink in moderation, if you drink at all. And be sure to always have a designated driver whenever you consume alcohol. Schedule a doctor’s appointment Research shows that men are less likely to see a doctor than women, putting their health at risk and helping women generally outlive them by at least five years. One of the best ways to maintain your health is to see your provider at least once a year. During your checkup, your provider will check your blood pressure, blood glucose levels and cholesterol, as well as recommend other screenings based on your age and risk factors. This appointment is also a great time to ask any questions or talk about any concerns you have about your health. Above photo: Stay on top of your health guys. The sooner you do it the better.

That snooze matters Sleep well, live better It’s well-established that sleep is essential to our physical and mental health. But despite its importance, a troubling percentage of people find themselves regularly deprived of quality sleep. Though there’s a wide range of causes and types of sleeping problems, expert consensus points to a handful of concrete steps that promote more restful sleep. For many, trying to implement all these strategies can be overwhelming. But remember it’s not all-or-nothing; start with small changes and work your way up toward healthier sleep habits, also known as sleep hygiene. Create A Sleep-Inducing Bedroom Make your bedroom a place of comfort and relaxation. Though this might seem obvious, it’s often overlooked, contributing to difficulties getting to sleep and sleeping through the night. Focus on maximizing comfort and minimizing distractions. Use a high-performance mattress and pillow: A quality mattress is vital to making sure that you are comfortable enough to relax. It also ensures, along with your pillow, that your spine gets proper support to avoid aches and pains. Choose quality bedding: Your sheets and blankets play a major role in helping your bed feel inviting. Look for bedding that feels comfortable to the touch and that will help maintain a comfortable temperature during the night. Avoid light disruption: Excess light exposure can throw off your sleep and circadian rhythm. Blackout curtains over your windows or a sleep mask for over your eyes can block light and prevent it from interfering with your rest. Cultivate peace and quiet: Keeping noise to a minimum is an important part of building a sleeppositive bedroom. If you can’t eliminate nearby sources of noise, consider drowning them out with a fan or white noise machine. Earplugs or headphones are another option to stop abrasive sounds from bothering you when you want to sleep. Find an agreeable temperature:

You don’t want your bedroom temperature to be a distraction by feeling too hot or too cold. The ideal temperature can vary, but most research supports sleeping in a cooler room that is around 65 degrees. Optimize Your Sleep Schedule Taking control of your daily sleep schedule is a powerful step toward getting better sleep. : Set a fixed wake-up time: It’s close to impossible for your body to get accustomed to a healthy sleep routine if you’re constantly waking up at different times. Pick a wake-up time and stick with it, even on weekends or other days when you would otherwise be tempted to sleep in. Budget time for sleep: If you want to make sure that you’re getting the recommended amount of sleep each night, then you need to build that time into your schedule. Considering your fixed wake-up time, work backwards and identify a target bedtime. Whenever possible, give yourself extra time before bed to wind down and get ready for sleep. Be careful with naps: To sleep better at night, it’s important to use caution with naps. If you nap for too long or too late in the day, it can throw off your sleep schedule and make it harder to get to sleep when you want to. The best time to nap is shortly after lunch in the early afternoon, and the best nap length is around 20 minutes. Adjust your schedule gradually: When you need to change your sleep schedule, it’s best to make adjustments little-by-little and over time with a maximum difference of one to two hours per night6. This allows your body to get used to the changes so that following your new schedule is more sustainable. Craft pre-bed routine: If you’ve a hard time falling asleep, it’s natural to think that the problem starts when you lie down in bed. In reality, though, the lead-up to bedtime plays a crucial role in preparing you to fall asleep quickly and effortlessly. Above photo: A good night’s sleep is just as important as regular exercise and a healthy diet.

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Reluctant to even consider very day for 15 years, surgery, Dr. Funk relied on Wantagh dentist Dr. Arnold prescription therapies to Funk, 70, battled the urge manage and treat his BPH, and the frequent need to urinate. which worked “to a degree,” he “I was always looking for a says. However, exasperated by bathroom and waking up three or the impact of BPH on his quality four times during the night,” said of life, in the fall of 2020 he the grandfather of three. “In fact, I took the advice of his urologist, joked that I was always the first Dr. Stanley Ring, to consult with one in the bathroom and the last Dr. Michael Herman, Director of one out.” Urology at Mount Sinai South The symptoms were the result Nassau. of an enlarged prostate, or benign Dr. Herman recommended prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), which Aquablation, an incisionless generally affects men 50 and Aquablation is one of the surgery that combines the older. In the United States, there state-of-the-art surgical precision of a heat-free waterjet are over 12 million men under a techniques that Dr. Herman uses and robotic surgical technology doctor’s care for BPH, of whom to treat non-cancerous and to remove enlarged prostate two million are looking for cancerous prostate conditions. tissue. In clinical studies, men alternative treatment options. who had Aquablation had a very low rate of BPH is caused when noncancerous cells of the irreversible complications, such as incontinence, prostate divide to make more cells, forming a mass ejaculatory dysfunction, and erectile dysfunction. “I that restricts flow in the urinary tract. If left thought I should give it a try,” said Dr. Funk. “It untreated, BPH has the potential to lead to serious seemed to be better than other methods.” complications, ranging from urinary tract infections Dr. Funk had the procedure in November 2020 and stones in the bladder or kidney to urinary and, one week later, the sensation and sudden urge retention and kidney damage.

to urinate were gone. Today, he wakes up perhaps once a night and can go five to six hours without needing to use the restroom. “I absolutely would recommend this procedure,” says Dr. Funk. “It’s lifechanging.” “Aquablation is a potentially life-transforming treatment for the thousands of men on Long Island and in New York City coping with the inconvenient, disruptive, and uncomfortable symptoms of an enlarged prostate,” said Dr. Herman. “Like Dr. Funk, patients eligible for Aquablation have been pleased with the results.” Aquablation is just one of the potentially lifechanging state-of-the-art surgical techniques that Dr. Herman and Mount Sinai South Nassau Prostate Health use to treat non-cancerous and cancerous conditions in the prostate and urinary tract. Dr. Herman and the program’s surgeons also specialize in robotically assisted or laparoscopic minimally invasive surgery, radiosurgery, brachytherapy, cryotherapy, and active surveillance. The program also provides comprehensive education and counseling for patients and their primary physicians in prostate health. Mount Sinai South Nassau Prostate Health is a service of the hospital’s Urology Program, which is ranked “High Performing” in U.S. News & World

Report’s Annual “Best Hospitals” rankings. Joined by Dr. Herman, urologists at Mount Sinai South Nassau excel in diagnosing and treating problems involving the male and female urinary tract and the male reproductive organs. From alleviating BPH to treating cancer to restoring fertility as well as treating kidney stones and addressing incontinence, the care the hospital’s urology experts deliver touches all aspects of life. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (516) 390-2850 or visit southnassau.org/urology.

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ave you ever imagined a day when Alzheimer’s was eradicated from the planet? I know I have. The recent findings of an experimental treatment found to completely eradicate Alzheimer’s in mice is taking us one step closer to making this a reality. Alzheimer’s disease is characterized by the loss of memory, difficulty with cognitive tasks, and the presence of amyloid plaques in the brain. These mysterious plaques are speculated to choke the brain of its memory and ability to properly function. This recent report found that by slowly reducing the levels of certain enzymes (BACE1) in these mice that they can either prevent or reverse the formation of amyloid plaques in the brain. Many scientists conjecture that removing, or preventing amyloid plaques is the key to an eventual cure for Alzheimer’s. While this research is important in helping scientist crack the Alzheimer’s code, we must proceed with caution. Despite the pharmaceutical companies spending Billions of dollars, not a single drug has been FDA approved for the treatment of Alzheimer’s and/or dementia. Thus, prevention is the

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Cardio Workouts Versus Weights Is your goal to lose body fat or simply gain muscle? Or is it a combination of both? If you

want to lose the extra weight, then cardio workouts are the thing for you. If it is big muscles that you are after, then add weights training to your weekly routine. If you want to drop the weight and achieve better muscle definition, then your weekly program should include cardio workouts plus weight training. The best types of cardio workouts for fat loss include ‘weight bearing’ exercise like fast walking, jogging, aerobics, football, soccer, tennis, squash, snow skiing and so on. Weight supported exercise like swimming and cycling are less effective in shifting unwanted fat stores. For a safe and effective weight training program see a gym instructor or a personal trainer rather thandesigning your own. They can tailor a weights program to your needs and provide instruction on how to handle the weights correctly without injuring yourself. Flatten The Spare Tire Carrying a spare tire (excess fat) around your middle is a burden on one of our most important internal organs — the heart. So, if you get rid of the bulge, you’ll be happy and your ticker will be over the moon too! Try these strategies to deflate the spare tire. Clock up some ‘incidental activity’ time. This includes things like walking around the office, taking the stairs instead of the elevator and yard work. The more incidental activity you do, the more calories you will burn during the day. Remember — every little bit counts! Block out some ‘me’ time. Make a one-hour appointment with yourself, three to four times a

week. And consider this appointment as important as any other work-related appointment or meeting. It’s important not to let other things override your exercise time. Think Beyond The Gym We learned during the pandemic that there are

plenty of fitness alternatives to a gym workout. Throwing a frisbee to your kids in the park or taking the dog for a walk or jog counts as physical activity. So if the gym is not your scene, try and think of what you really like doing and just do it. The most important thing is to move your body, get the heart pumping and have fun while doing it. Find an exercise buddy. An exercise buddy can help you get motivated and keep motivated. You will both benefit from the partnership. Make a schedule that works for you. You’ve probably heard that it’s best to exercise in the morning to kick-start your metabolism for the day and help you sleep at night. You may have also read that your workout will be more productive if it’s done between 4 and 6 p.m. when your body temperature is highest. The most important thing about your workout schedule is that it fits you. If you’re not a morning person, a workout plan that requires you to get up two hours early every day may not last. The same goes if you’re consistently “running on empty” after work — force yourself into an evening workout regimen and you’ll likely throw in the towel before long. Find a time that works for you, whether in the morning, during your lunch break or in the evening, and stick with it. Above photo: You’re ready to work out. Whether you let your workout routine lapse during the Covid-19 crisis or just recently gave up the recliner and set aside the bowl of chips to pursue a healthier lifestyle, take the one body you’ve been given and make it look and work its best.

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Drop the remote — let’s go! After a long bout of ‘couch potato Olympics’, brought on for many by the pandemic, getting started — or restarted with your fitness regimen can be a battle. The best place to begin is to look at all the positives of getting active and staying active: √ It burns body fat and helps to deflate the old spare tire around your waistline. √ It’s a natural stress buster. √ It helps to control your blood cholesterol. It reduces the ‘bad’ cholesterol while √ Increasing the ‘good’ cholesterol in your blood. √ It gives your heart a good workout, helping to keep it pumping strong. √ It increases certain chemicals in the brain that make you feel good. √ It increases muscle mass. √ It reduces the risk of developing some diseases and can add years to your life. √ It can assist in boosting your self-esteem, via a better body image. √ It helps to keep your bowel habits regular. √ It gives you the opportunity to meet new friends. √ It helps you to sleep better — so you’ll feel more refreshed and lively throughout the day. √ It’s great for your bones — helping to keep them strong. √ It can help to maintain strength, stamina, flexibility and a high metabolism — all things that we tend to lose with age.

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How to take the plunge when you’re a dude who routinely feel tight after traditional strength training sessions. Yoga can improve stamina. Numerous studies have indicated the positive effects yoga can have on muscle endurance. Researchers at the University of Wisconsin, La Crosse, have found that the regular practice of Hatha yoga provided a significant boost to chest and abdominal strength and endurance. Such improved stamina can have a trickledown effect on men who practice yoga and also adhere to strength training regimens and/ or participate in competitive sports. Yoga can help men maintain a healthy weight. The Harvard Medical School notes that researchers discovered that people who practiced yoga for at least 30 minutes once a week for at least four years gained less weight during middle adulthood than those who did not. That might be linked to additional research that found people who practiced yoga were more mindful eaters than those who did not, making them less likely to overeat, eat when sad or stressed or eat in response to certain cues, including the smell of food. Fewer men than women may practice yoga, but that does not mean men cannot benefit just as much from this ancient practice.

Above photo: Sometimes in yoga’s recent history, a gender shift occurred. Yoga, which traditionally had been practiced only by men, began to be dominated by women. Today, an average yoga class will have more female than male students. However, don’t dismiss it. The real results of regular yoga practice are quite practical, and you don’t need any special equipment — just a few square feet of space and a mat.

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The popularity of yoga has grown considerably in the 21st century. But while women have embraced yoga en masse, men have been more hesitant to do so. Although in the past few years, more men have decided to give it a try, anyone who has recently visited a yoga studio can attest that the participants in many classes remain overwhelmingly female. That’s unfortunate for men, who can benefit from practicing yoga in myriad ways. The misconception is that yoga is a lighter form of fitness training, better suited to women, may cause some men to miss out on the health benefits. One reason for this misconception is that yoga has become associated with flexibility rather than strength. However, evidence shows that the mind-body practice can also be very effective in increasing overall strength and building muscle, making it a valuable part of any man’s fitness routine. Yoga can protect against muscle imbalances. Yoga requires various muscle groups to work together to perform certain exercises. This can reduce the risk of muscle imbalances that can develop when men design workout routines that target specific muscle groups. Yoga can improve flexibility. When performed correctly, various yoga exercises improve flexibility. For example, the big toe pose can help men and women lengthen and strengthen their hamstrings, while the downward facing dog pose stretches various areas of the body, including the shoulders, calves and arches. Yoga is not the only way for men to improve their flexibility, but it can be an effective supplement to exercise routines for men

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THE SEAFORD FIRE Department came to the Memorial Day ceremony in solidarity of those who died in war. Photos by Jennifer Corr/Herald

Seaford remembers the fallen By JENNIFER CORR jcorr@liherald.com

It was a late morning of solidarity in Seaford last Monday, as community members gathered at the American Legion Post 1132 to honor the fallen servicemen and women. “We remember that almost 50 million Americans served the cause of freedom and more than 1 million have died to observe our liberty,” said the Rev. Joseph H. Fitzgerald of St. William the Abbot. “Today we remember them. We remember the more than 140,000 who were taken prison of war, many others who were never accounted for. We know that the cost of war and the price of peace are great.” Former Congressman Peter King, who was in attendance, shared the same sentiment at the memorial, reminding guests that Memorial Day is not just about barbecues or having a day off from work, it’s about honoring those who did not come home. “We have, as Americans, the obligation to take some time out from barbecues, from worrying about who is going to win the next Mets or Yankees game, even though that is important, to always remember the sacrifice,” King said. According to the Department of Defense and the Department of Veteran Affairs, over 1.1 million servicemen and women have died in wars since the Revolutionary War and through the global war on terrorism. “Without those people who put their lives on the line and paid the ultimate sacrifice, we would not be here today,” said King. “We would not be able to enjoy the Seaford Little League. We would not be able to enjoy our schools and we would not be able to go to church or temple.” With a gun salute, a moment of silence to the melancholy “Taps” and laying of the wreaths, the many in attendance had those who never made it home to their families heavy on their minds and hearts. Among those who presented wreaths was the Seaford Fire Department, the Legion Auxiliary, Boy Scout Troop 239, the Seaford Chamber of Commerce and Nassau County Legislator Steve Rhoads and Town of Hempstead Councilman Chris Carini.

WREATHS WERE PRESENTED by local officials and organizations. “We are lucky to have all the scouts here from our troop and the neighboring troops of Seaford,” said Scoutmaster Bryant Wong of Troop 239. “We’re proud to be here with them and we’re happy to be part of this ceremony. The Seaford American Legion is our charter organization for our troop. So, we are happy to be here representing.” Seaford American Legion Commander William Hoehn said that he was also happy with how the memorial went. Due to the pandemic, the post was unable to observe Memorial Day with one another last year. “We are pleased with the turnout,” Hoehn said. “We are there for those who couldn’t come back, who couldn’t be here. They gave their lives.”

FORMER CONGRESSMAN PETER King delivered remarks at the American Legion in Seaford on Memorial Day.

FREEPORT RESIDENT MYLES Hollingsworth,■16,■ was■vaccinated■on■ May■13■at■the■ Nassau■Community■ College■vaccination■ site■for■adolescents.

CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE honor to host a panel of distinguished medical experts, as well as his government colleagues. “You folks have been on the front line dealing with this from day one with testing, vaccinations and I know also what you’re dealing with your patients and helping them get through this,” he said.

Q&A with the doctors Question: “How effective is the Pfizer vaccine in children between 12 and 15 years old?” Dr. Leonard Krilov: “The data from the trial with the Pfizer vaccine in 12- to 15-year-olds, although a smaller number than the study that led to approval for adults, shows equal or even potentially better efficacy for the Pfizer vaccine based on the fact that of the 1,200 recipients of the vaccine, there were zero cases detected over time with follow-up versus 16 in the placebo group.” Question: “Is the vaccine safe for children 12 to 15 years old? How do we know that?” Dr. Sharon Nachman: “In order for something to get an [Emergency Use Authorization] approval, we need to know that two doses went into the arms and that two months after dose two, everybody was followed for safety . . . Safety signals were exactly the same as we saw in adults. They had some sore arms, some fatigue, some low-grade fevers, but in fact, they bounced back. If you’re asking me if we have six months or 12 months of a track record of safety, of course we don’t. This is a new vaccine. On the other hand, we have to weigh that against the over 100 million people that were dosed with both the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines across the U.S. . . . We do not expect to see any long-term safety signal in the children.” Question: “I’ve heard, again, concerns from adults about the Covid vaccine and infertility. Should women be worried about this?” Dr. Eve Krief: “There’s no evidence that suggests that the RNA vaccines, or any vaccines for that matter, affect fertility . . . The vaccine could not be tested in pregnant women. We just don’t do that. But, [by] chance, 23 women actually did get pregnant during the trials — half of them in the placebo, half of them in the vaccine — and there was no evidence that suggests there was an effect on fertility. Since then, 35,000 women have received the

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vaccine while pregnant. We don’t just give the vaccine and hope for the best when pregnant women start taking the vaccine. There’s something called DART studies — Developmental and Reproductive Toxicity studies — in animals before the vaccine can be given to women. All those showed no effects on the ability to get pregnant or the safety of the pregnancy and the fetus’s development.” Question: “My child has already had Covid. Does he need the vaccine and is he or she already protected?” Dr. Lorry Rubin: “The majority of people that have had Covid do develop antibodies and some level of immunity… There’s sort of a rule of thumb that you’re probably protected from another infection for 90 days after your original Covid infection . . . In this case, I would very much endorse getting the vaccine in terms of reliably getting immunity to a repeat infection.” To watch the panel in full, and to hear more questions and answers from the medical experts, visit facebook. com/LegislatorArnoldWDrucker.

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION, Angerhauser Real Estate LLC, Articles of Organization Filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY), on April 30, 2021, Office location Nassau County. SSNY designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copies of any process served against the LLC to c/o 27 Crescent Cove Drive Seaford, NY 11783. Purpose: any lawful purpose or activity. 126090 LEGAL NOTICE The Seaford School District has conducted a survey among the parents to determine the need for a state-required breakfast program.

The New York State Education Department is requiring school districts to provide a breakfast program in September for all students in grades 1-6, unless the district can document a lack of need for such a program. The students would be required to pay for the breakfast, but it is partially aided by the State. Based on the response received from the parents, the Seaford School District will be requesting a waiver from the State to exempt Seaford from the breakfast program. According to the State requirements, the district must receive at least a

33% response from the parents in order to be valid. Over 54% of the parents replied to the survey and of that total, 84% indicated they would decline the program if it were offered. Based on these results, Seaford School District officials believe participation in this program would be extremely low and will be requesting a waiver from the State. Any resident wishing to express their concerns or opinions regarding the school district’s decision to waive participation in this program is welcome to do so at the Board of Education meeting on

Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at 8:00 p.m. in the Seaford High School Auditorium, 1575 Seamans Neck Road, Seaford. NY. Any questions please call Carmen Ouellette at 592-4003. 126279

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Meet the doctors ■■ Dr.■Eve■Meltzer-Krief,■Huntington-based■private■practitioner■and■legislative■advocacy■chair■of■New■York■ Chapter■Two■of■the■American■Academy■of■Pediatrics.■ ■■ Dr.■Lorry■G.■Rubin,■director■of■pediatric■infectious■ diseases,■Department■of■Pediatrics■at■the■Steven■and■ Alexandra■Cohen■Children’s■Medical■Center■in■New■ Hyde■Park.■ ■■ Dr.■Leonard■R.■Krilov,■chief■of■pediatric■infectious■diseases■and■chairman■of■pediatrics■at■NYU■Langone■Hospital.■ ■■ Dr.■Sheila■Nolan,■section■chief■of■pediatric■infectious■ diseases■at■Maria■Fareri■Children’s■Hospital■in■Westchester.■ ■■ Dr.■Sharon■Nachman,■chief■of■division■of■pediatric■ infectious■diseases■at■Stony■Brook■Children’s■Hospital.

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for mer Northport High School art teacher Margaret Minardi, and botanical artist and instructor at The Art League of Long Island and The Atelier, Elizabeth Fusco. Visit the exhibit link for more information about the jurors. Deadline is Sept. 1. The exhibit will run from October through December. $20 entry fee includes 10x10 canvas. For further information go to cshwhalingmuseum.org/85art The Whaling Museum & Education Center is located at 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor, N.Y. 11724 and specializes in the culture and history of our maritime heritage, as illustrated by the Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Industry of the 1850s.

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must confess that I’m an old-fashioned guy who honors certain customs. I hold doors open for women and people with packages. I put my hand over my heart when they play “God Bless America” at a baseball game. I greet the staff at my law firm every time I walk in the door. And I have never missed an opportunity to vote in any election, major or minor. Which brings me to the discussion about the voting system that’s going to be used in the New York City mayoral primaries JERRY on June 22. For the first time in the KREMER city’s history, voters will be asked to participate in a process known as “ranked-choice voting.” Long Islanders might think that what goes on in the city is none of their business, but I learned during my service in Albany that when New York City sneezes, Long Island catches a cold.

In ranked-choice voting, you can rank the candidates in your order of preference, instead of choosing just one. You get to rank five candidates. If any candidate receives 50 percent or more of the first-choice votes, he or she will be declared the winner. If no candidate earns 50 percent, the counting will continue in rounds. Your first-choice vote will be skipped over to your second choice, and your other votes will be counted until there are just two candidates left, and the one who gets the most remaining votes is the winner. According to the brochure provided by the New York City Board of Elections, you must carefully follow its rules. Can you vote for just one candidate? Yes, but then your vote means nothing in the next round. Can you vote for your favorite candidate more than once? No; you can’t give the candidate you like best multiple votes. Can you declare all of your picks first choices? No. If you do that, your ballot won’t be counted at all. The

Board of Elections is assuming that all primary voters will read its multi-lingual brochure and have no problem participating in the system. When will the final vote tally be released? It will probably take several weeks, because absentee and military ballots must be counted as well. That’s the system, according to the board. There’s no doubt that there will be mass confusion on Primary Day. If you wait to vote on June 22, the lines will be long, and voters will be agitating over how to cast valid ballots. The Board of Elections did a terrible job in last year’s presidential election, so there is reason for worry. How did New York City get into this mess? The 2019 election took place during a very quiet voting year. There were no serious contests, and the vast majority of voters stayed home. The Working Families Party and progressive groups decided it was the year to get voters to approve ranked-choice voting. With a small turn-

here’s no doubt that there will be mass confusion on Primary Day in the city.

out, the new system was approved by over 70 percent of voters. Supporters of the system will tell you that Alaska and Maine use it for local elections. Some 20 cities around the country also use it. Their officials will tell you that it’s a great way to get more choices on the ballot in any year, especially a year with a mayoral election, when the turnout is large. The New York City election is a test case for the progressive groups who hope to make this a statewide system. As we approach Primary Day, there are a trio of candidates who are leading the field. One of them could emerge as the winner depending on how the election is conducted. As I said, I like the oldfashioned way. A slate of candidates, and the one who gets 51 per cent is the winner. So let’s hope that whoever wins is someone who is highly capable and knows how to take on a very difficult job. Jerry Kremer was a state assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He now heads Empire Government Strategies, a business development and legislative strategy firm. Comments about this column? JKremer@liherald.com.

Are we immune to Texas-style xenophobia?

here is a trifecta of trouble deep in the heart of Texas: Gov. Greg Abbott, the Texas legislature and the Texas Board of Education. Last week they joined forces to launch a number of conservative initiatives that could be heading to a community near you soon. My concern is that these initiatives are seeded with a brand of xenophobia and racism that is spreading nationwide. This is a cautionary tale, because what happens in Texas doesn’t stay in RANDI Texas. I wrote KREISS about this over a decade ago, when the state used its massive buying power (it has some five million schoolchildren) to influence how the nation’s history books would be written. At the time, the Texas school board consulted no historians, sociologists or economists before creating more than 100 amendments to the social studies curriculum. It decided, unilaterally, to focus more on the military, Christian values, modern Republican office holders and American enterprise (while banning the word “capitalism”). Specifically, it chose to note the

contributions of George Wallace, Lester Maddox and Phyllis Schlafly. Texas could do that because it was buying more social studies books than any other state, and the publishers of those books were willing to consider alternative facts. In January, The New York Times analyzed the most widely used textbooks in Texas and California, the most populous state. Dana Goldstein reported that while social studies books generally covered the same history, the content “diverges in ways that reflect the nation’s deepest partisan divides.” She said there were hundreds of differences between the Texas version of the textbooks and the California version, some subtle, others “extensive.” That’s crazy. Last week the Texas legislature passed the most restrictive anti-choice law in the land, making abortions illegal any time after a heartbeat is detected, which could be just six weeks after conception, before most women know they are pregnant. But Texans will be Texans: Paxton Smith, 18, surprised an audience of family and friends at her commencement at Lake Highlands High School in Dallas when she offered a passionate support of a woman’s right to abortion. Her talk went viral after she ditched her “vetted”

graduation speech and said what she really wanted to say. Last week, Texas also took aim at “critical race theory,” the concept that racism is systemic, not just a collection of individual prejudices. Critical race theory, as I read it, urges educators to help students see how racism in America has affected education, law, entertainment — in fact, every facet of our national life. The concept has ignited cultural wildfires. People are reacting — not thinking, not listening, just pulling hot-button words like “reparations” out of the air. Part of the problem is the actual language of the initiative. Critical race theory is not an easily accessible term. But it suggests finding common ground and creating equal opportunity and acceptance where there has been bias. It suggests it isn’t enough to right the historical wrongs; the wrongs must be acknowledged. Last week, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis demanded that the state Board of Education kill this race initiative. “If we have to play whack-a-mole all over this state, stopping this critical race theory, we will do it,” he said. I see this as a teachable moment for those of us not fully aware of the toxic

here are too many differences in history texbooks in Texas and California.

effects of racism manifested during our lifetime. I don’t think I completely understand critical race theory, but I do understand that it will shine a light in some dark corners of American history. America’s story is threaded with racial bias. Does anyone seriously question that we would move forward more effectively if we all move together? Does Texas really think it can suppress its nonwhite majority in coming elections? Activism begins at the school board. Whether or not Texas-style conservatism heads our way, whether or not our local districts bring critical race theory into the curriculum, serving on a school board keeps us informed and offers a platform for our views. South Africa confronted apartheid. Germany acknowledged the Holocaust. We Americans have a tragic history of racism that began with slavery and has never ended. We cannot be afraid to look at our own past. I recently came across a photo from the 1940s of a young boy of 8 or 9 drinking from a “colored” water fountain in North Carolina. That is the definition of systemic racism, and proof that racial bias and the American legal system have been intertwined during our ongoing fight for equality in the United States. Copyright 2021 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.

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with a grand prize of $5 million, extended into this week at 10 state mass-vaccination sites. The participating sites will be open through Friday, June 11. The program will not impact education funding. A robust vaccination program is a vital cor nerstone of New York’s ef for ts to rebuild our economy, and the state is imple-

menting creative strategies to convince residents and families to get vaccinated for Covid-19. This potential $5 million grand prize for getting vaccinated is the latest salvo in our campaign to persuade New Yorkers to take the shot, and we’re extending it to give even more people a chance at CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

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ur brave firefighters risk their lives every day to keep our communities safe. The least we can do is protect them from dangerous, cancer-causing chemicals. The same goes for our children. We must do all we can to keep them healthy and foster their growth. Ensuring that they don’t come into contact with hazardous chemicals that can cause serious intellectual and developmental disabilities is a no-brainer. That’s why I sponsored the Firefighter and TODD Family Protection a bill that KAMINSKY Act, would ban toxic flame retardants in mattresses, furniture and electronic enclosures in New York. Our first responders and children are simply too valuable to be sold out to chemical companies. The statistics are scary: a study by New York University found that exposure to flame retardants among kids resulted in serious IQ loss over a 15-year period. Worse, according to Dr. Leonardo Trasande, the study’s lead researcher,

once a child is exposed to these toxins, the damage is irreversible. Flame retardants evaporate from products such as furniture and mattresses, and attach to dust participles. When children play on the floor — or simply breathe in their homes — they are in jeopardy of being exposed. That is not a risk worth taking. We cannot gamble with our kids’ health. As if flame retardants aren’t toxic enough, during a fire, these chemicals become even more dangerous, combining with other substances to produce potent compounds. They can seep into firefighters’ protective gear and penetrate their breathing masks, putting our first responders at grave risk of contracting cancer. And the hazards of flame retardants for firefighters don’t end when they make their way out of burning buildings. These toxic chemicals stick to firefighters’ gear and come back with them to their fire stations and homes, exponentially increasing the potential for exposure. Cancer poses a serious threat to our firefighters, accounting for nearly twothirds of all line-of-duty deaths between

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LETTERS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS PAGE a winning ticket. Second prize is $50,000, and third prize is $20,000. The ticket, which is sold by retailers across the state for $20, will be given free to those 18 and older who take their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech or the singledose Johnson & Johnson vaccine at a state site, including Jones Beach Field 3. Be ginning April 29, all state mass-vaccination sites opened for walk-in appointments, a continuation of efforts to make it easier for New Yorkers to get vaccinated. Additionally, all vaccine providers are encouraged to allow walk-in appointments and eliminate other barriers for vaccinations for eligible New Yorkers. The State Department of Health requires vaccinating facilities to report all vaccine administration data within 24 hours. The vaccine administration data on the dashboard is updated daily to reflect the most up-to-date metrics in the state’s vaccination effort. GOV. ANDREW CUOMO

2002 and 2019. Firefighters have contracted cancer at an alarming rate, and face a 14 percent greater risk of death than the general public. Studies have found that firefighters face double the danger of developing mesothelioma than civilians. That’s why unions representing volunteer and New York City firefighters alike have endorsed my bill. Our firefighters are willing to risk their lives and to have our backs day in and day out. It’s time we had theirs, and took this small step to keep them safe. Flame retardants are harmful to our environment as well. Electronic disposal is one of the most rapidly growing waste problems in the world, growing by 21 percent in just five years. When e-waste containing flame retardants is sent to a landfill, incinerated or even recycled, it creates a serious hazard as these chemicals escape into our water and soil. What’s more, flame retardants do little to actually stop fires and stem their spread. After conducting rigorous experiments, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission concluded that “fire-retardant foams did not offer a practically significantly greater level of open flame safe-

ty than did the untreated foams.” There is no good reason why these potentially cancer-causing chemicals should continue to be added to products in our state. Corporate chemical manufacturers and their lobbyists have employed dubious tactics — including fabricating quotes in news stories — in a brazen effort to protect their products at the expense of our children and first responders. This shows their desperation and the growing strength of our efforts. My bill would prohibit the sale of furniture, mattresses and electronic enclosures that contain flame retardants. It would also ban custom upholsterers from adding retardants to existing products. By stemming these likely carcinogens, we can make significant strides in protecting the health and safety of our children and firefighters. Thirteen other states have already taken similar actions to protect their citizens, as has the European Union. It is time we acted, too. With just a few days left in the legislative session in Albany, it is imperative that the Legislature act on this critical bill to protect the health of our kids and first responders. They deserve nothing less. Todd Kaminsky represents New York’s 9th Senate District and chairs the State Senate’s Environmental Conservation Committee.

FRAMEWORK by Christina Daly

Cuomo should pay his own bills To the Editor: You can judge a person’s character by the company they keep. Did you receive an invitation to Governor Cuomo’s latest campaign fundraiser, to be held in New York City on June 29? One ticket is only $10,000, or two for $15,000. You can enjoy rubbing shoulders with New York state’s 1 percent, favorite pay-to-play and Democratic Party elite. Cuomo already has $16.8 million in cash on hand to run for a fourth term. Like most ordinary New Yorkers, I can’t afford the price of a ticket. I am willing to park limousines, bus tables, mix drinks or check coats, though. Cuomo is currently under investigation for potential scandals related to nursing home deaths, sexual harassment and his multi-million-dollar book deal. He has hired outside legal counsel, at a cost of $2.5 million, at government expense. Why not use some of the proceeds from his upcoming fundraiser and current campaign kitty to pay for his legal representation rather than pick the pockets of taxpayers to foot the bill? LARRY PENNER Great Neck

And we have liftoff — Nickerson Beach, Lido Beach

SEAFORD HERALD — June 10, 2021

We must reduce the dangers of fire-retardant chemicals

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June 10, 2021 — SEAFORD HERALD