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Jewish teens make their voices heard intersection of Broadcast Plaza and Merrick Avenue, near the Merrick Long Island Rail Road Jewish teenagers from high station on Nov. 22. Rabbis, leadschools and colle ges came ers in the Jewish community together at a rally in Merrick and elected officials joined the last week, in solidarity and sup- students, and several speakers port for Israel amid its ongoing took the stage to pledge their unwavering support for Israel. war against Hamas. “The reason why In the weeks folyo u ’ r e g a t h e r e d lowing the Oct. 7 right here today is at t a ck i n wh i ch because many of us Hamas entered feel surrounded by Israel and killed the darkness in our more than 1,000 schools, our collegpeople, taking hunes and on the dreds captive, Jews streets,” Rabbi Shihave been affected SofIE GlASSMAN mon Kramer, direcby a s t e a d y student, tor of the Chabad increase in anti- East Meadow Center, said. “Your semitism around High School mission is to light the world. the candle for truth Students have particularly witnessed and and for the Jewish people.” The student speakers at the b e e n a f f e c t e d by h at e i n schools. Just a few weeks ago, rally included Sofie Glassman of East Meadow High School; swastikas were found inside of an East Meadow High School Hailey Arnell of Wellington C. classroom — an incident that Mepham High School; Madison joins countless others on Long Lange of John F. Kennedy High School; Liam Schorr, a student Island. At the rally, organized by at Columbia University; and Jodi Turk-Goldberg and Steph- Matthew Pfeffer, a student at anie Arnell, in collaboration Brandeis University. Ryan Kertzner, a student at with the Chabad of Merrickthe University of PennsylvaBellmore-Wantagh, dozens of teenagers from many different nia, gave a performance on guicommunities gathered at the Continued on page 10
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In a Winter Wonderland John Theissen and Christine Roche announcing the raffle winners at Wantagh’s Winter Wonderland Festival last Saturday. It was all smiles at the holiday event, which concluded with a tree-lighting ceremony. Story, more photos, Page 3.
Temple B’nai Torah kids set to perform in ‘Willy Wonka Jr.’ By CHARlES SHAW cshaw@liherald.com
Children at Temple B’nai Torah in Wantagh are building their acting chops, and strengthening their confidence, as they get ready to take the stage for a production of “Willy Wonka Jr.” for four shows in December. The reform congregation will host “Willy Wonka Jr.,” a children’s stage show based on the famous Roald Dahl books about the eccentric candy man and his quest to find an heir through his golden tickets. The play marks the second of two productions the temple hosts each year, and the actors will consist of children ages 6 to 16, who have been practicing their lines and their
songs. “That’s what children’s theater should be about,” Samantha Epstein, director of the production, said. “It’s about learning about the theater, learning about what it takes to put on a show.” Sara Fioribello, 17, choreographer and stage director, is in her eighth year working on shows at the congregation. She said the children have been extraordinary since day one of production, and is impressed with how much they’ve learned their lines before off-book day, which is the day they rehearse without a script in front of them. “The kids are awesome,” Fioribello said. “They really understand their characters, their roles, Continued on page 7
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HERALD SchoolS Balloon floats dazzle at Seaford Manor It may not have drawn the three million people that venture to see the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City each year, but the balloon parade at Seaford Manor Elementary School still generated a lot of interest and excitement. Fifth graders spent about a month designing and building their balloon floats, which culminated with a parade through the halls on Nov. 22. After reading “Balloons Over Broadway” and exploring the evolution of balloons in the world renowned parade, students began coming up with their own ideas. Each student thought of a theme for his or her float. Then, it was time to design and decide what materials would be needed. After bringing in supplies from home, fifth graders spent a little time each day constructing. Balloons were provided by their teachers and were added last to ensure they would be inflated for the parade. On the morning before Thanksgiving, a few hundred students in grades K-4 lined the hallways and cheered as the fifth graders proudly marched with their balloon floats. Themes included books, holidays, movies, sports and more. “They were very creative in their designs,” fifth grade teacher Meghan Hunt said. “They loved showing their work with their peers throughout the school.” Hunt said that the project helped students learn by creating. They put their problem-solving skills to the test as they turned their drawings in a physical product, which required a lot of trial and error. The young builders showed patience, flexibility and a willingness to help others throughout the process, Hunt explained.
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On a chilly Saturday, the heart of Wantagh came alive with the fifth annual Winter Wonderland Festival, a joyous celebration hosted by the Wantagh Chamber of Commerce and generously sponsored by the John Theissen Children’s Foundation. Held at the historic Wantagh Preservation Museum, this festive extravaganza embraced the holiday spirit in its truest form. Families and friends gathered to enjoy the festivities. Attendees enjoyed a delicious slice of pizza from Pies on Wheels, and took their kids to feed the goats at the children’s petting zoo. There was even a visit from Santa Claus, as well as an appearance by the mischievous yet lovable Grinch. As dusk settled in, the focal point of the evening commenced—the dazzling holiday lighting ceremonies that shined throughout the museum grounds, setting the perfect ambiance for the season’s cheer. The lighting was preceded by performances from the Spotlight Dance Studio, the Wantagh American Legion Pipe Band, as well as other entertaining acts. This heartwar ming event resonated deeply with attendees, leaving behind cherished memories and anticipation for next year’s celebration.
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State Sen. Steve Rhoads, left, with Santa Claus, Councilman Christopher Carini, and County Legislator Micheal Giangregorio at the Winter Wonderland festival in Wantagh. The Wantagh Pipe Band puts on an exciting performance in front of a crowd at the Wantagh Preservation Museum.
The Winter Wonderland festival at Wantagh museum concluded with a tree and menorah lighting ceremony.
Rick Rende, of Pies on Wheels, serving a fresh pie to attendees at the Winter Wonderland event.
John Asheld, left, with his son, John, 3, feeding goats at the event’s petting zoo. The Winter Wonderland event offered a large variety of entertainment for parents and children.
Temple Beth Am sets up a powerful display Temple Beth Am of Merrick and Bellmore began showing a display of over 240 pairs of shoes to represent Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Gaza on Friday, Nov. 17. The display, formed in the Star of David, created a visual representation of the hostages kidnapped by Hamas on Oct. 7, marking the beginning of a war between the State of Israel and the terrorist organization that controls the Gaza strip in the Middle East. Each pair of shoes was accompanied by a piece of paper with the name and picture of the victim, and a candle. Nicole Miller, co-president of Temple Beth Am, told the Herald that each item was chosen to represent a part of Jewish life. The tree represents the tree of life, the shoes represent the horrors of the Holocaust and the candles represent the Jewish outlook of looking for the good and light in the world. Miller also said each pair of shoes would be donated when the display is dissembled. On Nov. 26, the temple posted on Facebook “We have to disassemble our Star of David display, but we still have a powerful reminder of the hostages take on Oct. 7.” Some of the posters with each face of a hostage are now marked with a green sticker, because in a deal between Israel and Hamas, a small fraction of those taken were released in phases
beginning on Nov. 23 “Thank you to all who donated shoes,” the post further said. “we asked for 240 pairs — we received hundreds
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and they’re really getting into it and learning their lines before off-book day, which is really nice.” During rehearsals, the kids take the stage to practice their scenes and rehearse their dance moves and songs, working together to create well-choreographed sequences. Matthew Tumbarello, 9, who plays Grandpa George, said he practiced his songs frequently, and is confident of his performance come show time. “To me, it’s really easy,” Matthew said, “because I like singing.” Epstein said that choosing “Willy Wonka Jr.” for the children’s show was an obvious choice, because the source material is filled with a colorful cast of characters for the kids to dive into. “There is so much opportunity for the children to shine, which is really beautiful,” Epstein said. Arielle Minkowsky, 11, said she feels good about playing the titular role of Willy Wonka, adding that the rehearsal experience has been fun because she gets to act with friends. This will be the sixth production for Arielle, who’s been performing in shows for the past two years. “I really like to be in shows, and I love putting on costumes,” Arielle said. Cast member Elijah Baroukh, 12, will play Charlie Bucket, the lucky child who finds the golden ticket and is sent on a magical adventure through Wonka’s chocolate factory. Elijah said he enjoys practicing his songs and learning new choreography while meeting new people. “I made a lot of new friends from this,” Elijah said of the show, “and I met a lot of new people. It’s just a really great community.” According to Epstein, most of the performers are members of the temple, whose friends help fill out the
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temple B’nai torah cast members, who range in age from 6 to 16, taking a break during rehearsals. rest of the cast. Members of the production and stage crew consist of the cast’s family members, who help paint and build the colorful sets to be used in the show. Since performing in shows since she was five years old, Epstein is no stranger to the stage. Her experience taught her how important theater can be for a young mind to develop social skills. “It really is great to get them involved in all the processes,” Epstein said. “But it’s also about coming out of their shell. So much of being a kid is building confidence, and I personally grew so much of my confidence on the stage as a kid.” Alexandra Manascirov, 14, who plays Violet’s mom,
Scarlett Beauregarde, said the show has helped her deal with social anxiety. “I love it. I love the people,” Alexandra said of the production. “This place just really helps get me out of my shell and makes me feel more comfortable.” According to Fioribello, everyone in the production has been supportive of one another, and members of the cast and crew always make sure to maintain a welcoming environment. “Everyone is so awesome,” Fioribello said. “It’s such a family community here, so if you see when we come in, everyone gets a hug. Everyone is like, ‘How was your day?’ We all kind of de-stress before we all go on stage.”
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Seaford became the latest victim in what’s shaping up to be a football dynasty at Bayport-Blue Point. The Phantoms piled up 410 yards of offense, including 230 on the ground from Daniel Aiello, on the way to repeating as Long Island Class IV champions last Saturday with a convincing 42-20 victory over the Vikings at Stony Brook University’s LaValle Stadium. Aiello scored three touchdowns, including an 82-yard burst in the final minute of the first quarter to give Bayport a 14-0 lead it took into the second half. Michael Luce had a pair of touchdown receptions as the Phantoms completed a perfect season with win No. 12. Sophomore Brian Falk and seniors Devin O’Donnell and Aiden Calvacca found the end zone for Seaford, which finished 10-2 and captured its first Nassau County title since 2019. “Aiello is a great back and I thought they controlled the line of scrimmage on both sides,” Seaford head coach Mike Corcoran said. “I’m proud of guys. They’re county champions which was our No. 1 goal and we lost to a better team today. Give Bayport all the credit.” The Vikings’ defense forced two punts in the second quarter and the offense came within inches of cashing in points on the ensuing possessions. Falk was stopped on fourth down by an inch — literally — shy of keeping the chains moving at the Bayport 42. Seaford then drove
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tar at the end of the rally. G l a s s m a n , a j u n i o r, s a i d t h at throughout her high school career, antisemitism has been something that she’s endured. “When I decided to start speaking out about my experiences, it was liberating in a sense that people finally knew what I was g o i n g t h ro u g h , ” s h e s a i d . “Although at the time I thought speaking out was a personal choice, I quickly learned that it was it was not, with the rise of antisemitism since Oct. 7 increasing by over 400 percent — staying silent is not an option.” Glassman encouraged the crowd to help make the voices of Jewish people heard on social media. “You have the power to create change,” she said. “I am calling on you, the people of my generation, to be the voice for the Jewish people.” Arnell, founder of the Jewish Student Union chapter at Mepham, spoke about how it feels to be a Jewish teenager amid the Israel-Hamas war. “Jewish teens in the United States are thousands of miles away from Israel, yet we have found ourselves bombarded with antisemitic messages shared on social media platforms,” she said. “As teens, we should be focused on grades, SATs, and whether our school’s sports team will win our next games. Jewish teens are at times feeling anxious, isolated and helpless.” Just weeks earlier, on the 85th anniversary of Kristallnacht, an organized attack of the Jewish people and their businesses by the Nazi Party in Germany in 1938, Arnell said she had an opportunity to hear Holocaust survivor Sami Steigman speak. “He said only we have the power to choose how we respond to our circumstances,” she said. “In closing, I want to remind you of the words of Sami: ‘Don’t feed into the hate, and educate.’” Schorr said he’s enrolled in a dual degree program at Columbia University alongside the Jewish Theological Seminary. “I’m lucky to have the privilege to study the history of the Jewish people and learn Hebrew at one of the best institutions in the world for Jewish studies,” Schorr said. “However, it deeply pains me to witness the significant increase in prejudice and hate against the Jewish community.” Schorr referenced several antisemitic incidents that have occurred on Columbia’s campus since Oct. 7, citing controversial statements made by faculty and club leaders, and said many Jewish students feel the university has responded inadequately. “Columbia has a motto which translates to, ‘In thy light, we shall see light,’” Schorr said. “However, the recent events show a stark contrast between the university’s motto and the current reality on our campus. These incidents not only threaten the wellbeing and sense of security of Jewish students, but also challenge the fundamental values of the ideas that the Columbia motto embod-
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Students from the Stella K. abraham High School for girls, a modern orthodox Jewish day school in Hewlett, proudly represented their institution in the crowd.
as elected officials like Congressman anthony d’esposito took the stage, crowd members raised signs with messages like ‘i stand with israel.’ ies.” Rabbi Kramer said it is a large responsibility of the Jewish people to be the light in dark times, but it is one they must take on. “We are given a match,” he said. “We are given a candle to light up our surroundings. We must not duck in fear. We must speak the truth and light up our surroundings. The world will respect the Jews and respect their history, their heritage and their faith.”
Students joined elected officials on stage at a community rally in support of israel last week. the gathering centered around Jewish teenagers and their experiences in the aftermath of the israel-Hamas war. many spoke about the rise in antisemitism plaguing schools.
madison Lange, a John f. Kennedy High School student, spoke about her travels to israel, and why the attack feels personal to Jews around the world.
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hat aroma of fresh-baked goodies wafting through the house is surely a signature of the season. Make merry with a cookie swap party, where guests bring cookies and enjoy some sweet tastes. Everyone can get in on the act and share their creations all around in your makeshift holiday workshop. Refresh those holiday favorites. Sure, chocolate chip and gingerbread cookies are classics, but find inspiration in trying something new, such as a peppermint mocha chip version.
Visions of sugarplums await holiday revelers. Leggz Ltd. Dance presents its annual full-length production of Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker. This 29th edition of the holiday treat, helmed by longtime artistic director Joan Hope MacNaughton, features Violeta Angelova as the Sugar Plum Fairy — who’s appeared with the Vienna State Opera, Ballet Bulgaria, and Suzanne Farrell Ballet — with Bolshoi Ballet’s Peter Borchneko as the Cavalier. Also the Bolshoi’s Anastasia Fedorova as the Snow Queen, along with dancers from Suzanne Farrell Ballet, Martha Graham Dance Company, and Twyla Tharp, among other acclaimed ballet companies. It’s rounded out with 40 young dancers from the metropolitan area. The South Shore Symphony, under the baton of music director Adam Glaser, brilliantly brings the glorious Tchaikovsky score to life. Friday, Dec. 1, 7 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 2, 5 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 3, 3 p.m. $30-$55. Madison Theatre, Molloy University, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre.Tickets available at MadisonTheatreNY.org or (516) 323-4444.
Peppermint Mocha Chip Cookies • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened • 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate morsels, divided • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar • 3 teaspoons instant coffee • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract • 3 large eggs • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour • 2 teaspoons baking powder • 12 soft peppermint candies, crushed Preheat oven to 375° F. Grease or line baking sheet with parchment paper. Melt butter and 1 cup chocolate morsels in medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly, until smooth. Transfer chocolate mixture into a large mixer bowl; add sugar and beat until combined. Add coffee granules, vanilla extract and peppermint extract; beat just until combined. Beat in eggs. Add flour and baking powder, mixing until all is incorporated. Fold in remaining 2 cups chocolate morsels. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart, using a medium-sized cookie scoop. Sprinkle each cookie with a little of the crushed peppermint candies. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until cookies are set. Allow to cool for about 2 minutes on baking sheet, and then remove to a wire rack to cool completely. Makes 36 cookies.
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Peanut Butter Blossoms • 48 Hershey’s Kisses, unwrapped • 1/2 cup shortening • 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter • 1/3 cup granulated sugar • 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar • 1 egg • 2 tablespoons milk • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour • 1 teaspoon baking soda • 1/2 teaspoon salt • Granulated sugar Preheat oven to 375° F. Using an electric mixer, beat shortening and peanut butter together until creamy. Add 1/3 cup granulated sugar and brown sugar, beating until fluffy. Add egg, milk and vanilla; beat well. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking soda and salt; gradually beating dry ingredients into wet mixture until dough forms. Using your hands, shape dough into 1-inch balls. Roll shaped balls in granulated sugar; turning completely to coat. Place sugared balls of dough onto a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper for easy clean-up. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until cookies turn a very pale brown. Immediately remove sheet from oven and press a Hershey’s Kisses candy into the center of each cookie. Carefully remove cookies from cookie sheet to wire rack and allow to cool completely. Store airtight. Makes approximately 4 dozen cookies.
Snowballs • 1/2 cups (3 sticks) butter, softened • 3/4 cup powdered sugar • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 3 cups all-purpose flour • 1 2/3 cups (10-oz. pkg.) Nestle Holiday Morsels • 1/2 cup finely chopped nuts • Powdered sugar Preheat oven to 375° F. Beat butter, sugar, vanilla extract and salt in large mixer bowl until creamy. Gradually beat in flour; stir in morsels and nuts. Shape level tablespoons of dough into 1 1/4-inch balls. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until cookies are set and lightly browned. Remove from oven. Sift powdered sugar over hot cookies on baking sheets. Cool on baking sheets for 10 minutes; remove to wire racks to cool completely. Sprinkle with additional powdered sugar, if desired. Store in airtight container.
Parsons Dance brings its innovative performance to the Tilles Center stage. As one of the world’s premier contemporary dance companies, this talented troupe showcases a dynamic fusion of styles. Through endless creativity and self-expression, striking choreography and powerful music guided by founder and artistic director David Parsons, the dancers perform pieces from the vast and varied repertory of more than 75 works Parsons created. This program includes the dance ‘The Road,’ with music by Cat Stevens, commissioned by Tilles Center. In addition to Parsons’ work, established choreographers like Trey McIntyre and Monica Bill Barnes are invited to re-stage works from the American canon. Heralded by The New York Times as ‘one of the great movers of modern dance,’ Parsons has received many accolades throughout his 30-year career, combining his choreographic gifts and talent for training highly skilled dancers with a real passion for the art form. Friday, Dec. 1, 8 p.m. Tilles Center, LIU Post campus, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville. Tickets start at $34.50; available at TillesCenter.org, or (516) 299-3100.
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Celebrating 38 years of music making, Cherish the Ladies continues to delight audiences with its beautiful vocals, captivating arrangements and stunning step dancing. Delight in the holiday season with music that embodies the beauty of the season, Celtic style, when the supergroup performs on the Landmark stage, Sunday, dec. 10, at 7 p.m. “It is simply impossible to imagine an audience that wouldn’t enjoy what they do,” says the Boston Globe speaking of the long-running, Grammy nominated, Irish-American band formed in New York City in 1985 to celebrate the rise of extraordinary women in a male-dominated Irish music scene. The past decades have included world tours, concerts at the White House and the Olympics and numerous critically acclaimed albums including their Emmy Award-winning special, “An Irish Homecoming,” which was broadcast on PBS. Under the leadership of All-Ireland flute and whistle champion Joanie Madden, named by The Irish Voice Newspaper as one of the Top 25 most influential Irish Americans of the past quarter century, Cherish the Ladies create an evening that includes a spectacular blend of virtuoso instrumental talents, beautiful vocals, captivating arrangements and stunning step dancing. Their continued success as one of the top Celtic groups in the world is due to the ensemble’s ability to take the best of Irish traditional music and dance and put it forth in an immensely entertaining show. $47, $41, $37. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. (516) 767-6444 or LandmarkOnMainStreet.org.
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It’s a beautiful sunny summer day in the meadow. Leo Lionni’s beloved children’s books come to life, in “Frederick,” on the Long Island Children’s Museum stage, Monday through Friday, dec. 1, 10:15 a.m. and noon; Saturday, dec. 2, 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Sunday, dec. 3, 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.; also Tuesday through Thursday, dec. 5-7, 10:15 a.m. and noon. Mouse friends Nellie, Sunny, Baby, Ernest, and Frederick are playing their musical instruments and having fun singing, until a leaf falls from the sky — autumn is here! Winter will be coming soon. All the mice get to work gathering supplies for winter, except, where is Frederick? He is gathering supplies, too, in his own unique way. With toe-tapping Americana music inspired by bluegrass, gospel, and folk, Frederick is an engaging, energetic story about the power of the arts, community, and that no mouse gets left behind. $10 with museum admission ($8 members), $14 theater only. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. (516) 224-5800 or LICM.org.
Join the JULIETS for Mahjongg and card games at Congregation Beth Tikvah, every Thursday, noon-4 p.m. (doors open 11:30 a.m.). Open to women and men. $5 per person. 3710 Woodbine Ave. For more information email mahjonggCBT@yahoo. com or contact Beth Tikvah office at (516) 785-2445.
Tree lighting at the museum The Seaford Historical Society will host an Open House, Saturday, dec. 2, 5:30-7 p.m., at the museum, in conjunction with the tree lighting by the Seaford Fire Department. This is the 50th year for the tree lighting and a very special occasion. Admission is free to all. 3890 Waverly Ave. Visit SeafordHistoricalSociety.org for info.
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Hot Chocolate 5k Run/Walk Seaford Wellness Council hosts their 18th annual Hot Chocolate 5k Run/Walk, Saturday, Dec. 2. The race will starts at 9 a.m. at Seaford High School on Seamans Neck Road. Proceeds will benefit Seaford community youth, education, environmental, and beautification programs. For more information and sign-up, visit SeafordWellness.com.
Every Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., and every Thursday from 7:15 p.m. to 10 p.m., Temple B’nai Torah hosts a fun-filled session of bingo. Prizes, progressive games and refreshments will be available. Temple B’Nai Torah is located at 2900 Jerusalem Ave in Wantagh. For more information, call 516-221-2370.
A Motown Christmas Plaza Theatricals invites everyone to celebrate the holidays in true Motown style, Sunday, Dec. 10, 4 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon of soulful tunes, joyful dancing and nostalgic vibes at an electrifying Motown holiday party. Get ready to groove, spread the festive cheer, and make unforgettable memories. Performance is at the Elmont Library Theatre, 700 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont. $35, $30 seniors. Elmont. For tickets, visit PlazaTheatrical. com or call (516) 599-6870.
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Winter FUNderland Epilepsy Foundation Long Island hosts a holiday event for children with epilepsy and their families, Saturday, Dec. 9, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. It’s open to children with epilepsy, their siblings and their parents. Pediatric neurologist Dr. Robin Varughese, with Cohen’s Children’s Medical Center, presents an educational lecture for parents. Kids can enjoy activities and meet others with epilepsy. Pizza and snacks will be served. The event is held at EPIC Long Island, 1500 Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow. Pre-registration is required. Contact Janet Romeo at (516) 739-7733, option 1, Ext. 145, or email jromeo@epicli.org.
Holiday tree lighting The Levittown Chamber of Commerce hosts a tree lighting ceremony, Monday, Dec. 5, at Veterans Memorial Park in front of the Levittown Public Library, 6-8 p.m. With entertainment from local schools, dance studios, community groups and even a visit LevittownChamber.com for more details.
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First Night and Tree Lighting Westbury House, decorated for the season, welcomes visitors to celebrate the season, Saturday, Dec. 2, 6:30-9 p.m. Take a self-guided tour through the illuminated and decorated period rooms with their enchanting floral decorations, have cookies and cider on the West Porch, and meet and take pictures with Santa. A Christmasthemed concert performed by the Bethel Concert Choir, at 7:30 p.m., is followed by an outdoor tree-lighting ceremony. Limited ticket availability; advance purchase required. $25, $18 ages 7-17. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. For information contact (516) 333-0048 or visit OldWestburyGardens.org.
On exhibit Nassau County Museum of Art’s latest exhibition, “Our Gilded Age,” examines the appearances and the realities of an era that mirrors our own in many ways. Like the nation’s economy, American art and literature flourished during the Gilded Age. It was an exuberant age of excess with its own secret flaws, including widespread fraud. The art of John Singer Sargent, Childe Hassam, Louis Comfort Tiffany and others adorned palatial residences designed by Stanford White and Ogden Codman Jr., architect of the museum’s own quintessential Gilded Age mansion. Drawing heavily upon the local literary history of Long Island, including William Cullen Bryant, Mark Twain (who named the Gilded Age), Walt Whitman, Edith Wharton and others, the exhibition will include paintings, fashion, decorative arts including period silver and china, photographs, manuscripts, first editions and other historic memorabilia. The “Upstairs, Downstairs” approach to the life of a country house brings to life not only the storied conspicuous consumption for which the Gilded Age was infamous, but also the real lives of these many individuals who maintained the palatial estates where that lifestyle was enjoyed. On view through March 10. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.
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Families can enjoy an artsfilled day at Nassau County Museum of Art, with author and illustrator Tim Miller as he reads his newest book, “Izzy Paints,” Saturday, Dec. 9, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 1-2:30 p.m. The program includes an illustration demo and an immersive artmaking activity designed to activate imaginations and creativity. Miller is the author-illustrator of “Moo Moo in a Tutu,” “What’s Cooking, Moo Moo?,” and “Tiny Kitty, Big City.” He’s also illustrated numerous other books. $20, $10 children and members. Reservations required. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9338 or NassauMuseum.org.
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Clowning around at Thanksgiving parade By TONI GALLO Special to the Herald
On the surface, they are four ordinary women. But there is a lesser known side to their lives. Lynne Fuentes is a certified public accountant living a relatively quiet life. That is, until eight years ago, when her sister, Noel, changed all that. Noel, who lives in Glen Cove, worked at Macy’s at the time, and took up the call by the store’s managers to participate in the annual Thanksgiving Day parade. As clowns. “Noel jumped at the idea and thought it would be extremely fun,” Lynne said. “I wasn’t on board at first, because I always enjoyed going out the night before Thanksgiving, and being with my friends. But, as I got older and saw how much my other sisters enjoyed doing this, I decided to join them.” Noel lost her job at Macy’s during the coronavirus pandemic, but that hasn’t stopped the two sisters from going to the parade every year, if their other two siblings cannot all make it. But this year? They were all in. “Obviously, some years, we were busy having kids,” Lynne said. “But when we can, we always try to go together. It is so much fun. We really feel like kids doing it.” Noel and another sister — Kathleen Nuzzi of North Wantagh — began their journeys at Clown University, a part of the Big Apple Circus, where they “met the people that would be in their groups,” and learned the ropes of clownery. Lynne and their other sister, Bernadette Johnson, chose to learn through experience. “The first time I did the parade, I thought I would just do it once, just to say I did it,” Noel said. “But me and my sisters fell in love with it.” This is now Noel’s 12th parade.
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In a Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade tradition, sisters Lynne Fuentes, Bernadette Johnson, Noel Fuentes and Kathleen Nuzzi — as well as friend Jody Ruggiero, second from right — made their way into the city as part of the clown contingent of the annual holiday gathering. “I love how friends and family have made it their annual tradition to try and find us on TV,” she said. “These are memories that my sisters and I can cherish.” Noel currently serves as a clown captain, after having been promoted her second year. Her role begins a few weeks before the parade at the Big Apple Circus,
where — with assistance from a professional clown — the group is taught a routine intended to entertain spectators along the parade route. Additionally, Noel assists in “getting the group in their costumes, and painting on those red cheeks and noses,” at around 6 a.m. at the meeting place of the New Yorker hotel, and ensures that the approximately 800 clown volunteers head to their respective buses, which will then bring them to their “clown corners.” She says she works hard to keep everyone enthused, and on pace throughout the long walk from West 77th Street and Central Park West to Sixth Avenue, in front of Macy’s Herald Square. According to Bernadette, the greatest joy of partaking in the yearly festivities is “sprinkling confetti all over the watching kids, shouting ‘Happy Thanksgiving!’” “I also love that it is something I get to do with my sisters,” she said. “It has become part of our tradition.” But, bringing happiness to the faces of adoring children, as they “fill the gaps” between floats and performers, is not the only benefit of doing the parade. Jody Ruggiero of Levittown — who the family refers to as their “adopted clown sister” — is someone Noel met through her training. They have worked the parade together ever since, and began putting together bags for the homeless before they get ready for the parade. The good they are able to do, coupled with the friends and memories they have made, has made this annual extravaganza “something,” Noel says, “we have completely fell in love with.” Toni-Elena Gallo is a reporter with The SBU Media Group, part of Stony Brook University’s School of Communication and Journalism’s Working Newsroom program for students and local media.
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THOSE WHO SERVED Each year on Veterans Day, our communities pay special tribute to those who served in the armed forces. Their fierce camaraderie is contagious and their experiences inspiring. The Bristal salutes the many men and women among our ranks who dedicated themselves to the cause of freedom. Our thanks should be felt and heard, especially at this time of year.
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LEGAL NOTICE Formation of S & A SIGNAGE LLC filed with the Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 10/6/2023. Office loc.: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The principal business loc. and address SSNY shall mail process to is Athziri Gerhard, 3767 Charles Court, Seaford, NY 11783. Purpose: Any lawful activity. 142724
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK TRUST N.A. AS TRUSTEE OF THE CABANA SERIES IV TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. SHERRIL SCHIAVONE, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on October 4, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on December 12, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 3739 Niami Street, Seaford, NY 11783. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in Seaford, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 65, Block 88 and Lots 761-764 and 784 a/k/a Lots 761-763 and 784. Approximate amount of judgment is $528,675.70 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #9649/2015. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale. Keith Lavallee, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No. 193538-1 143132 LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING, V. DANIEL GLASNER, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated August 2, 2023, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County
of Nassau, wherein NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING is the Plaintiff and DANIEL GLASNER, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on December 12, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 2479 JACKSON AVE, SEAFORD, NY 11783: Section 65, Block 182, Lot 20-21: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING, AND BEING AT SEAFORD, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 002753/2015. Peter Kramer, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 143126
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LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING, V. LINDA B. ALBIN IF LIVING, AND IF SHE/HE BE DEAD, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated August 11, 2023, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING is the Plaintiff and LINDA B. ALBIN IF LIVING, AND IF SHE/HE BE DEAD, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on December 19, 2023 at 2:00PM, premises known as 3680 HILAIRE WAY, SEAFORD, NY 11783: Section 57, Block 252, Lot 10: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LANDS, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED,
SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE HAMLET OF SEAFORD, IN THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 615830/2021. Brian J. Davis, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 143299
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LEGAL NOTICE SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS AND NOTICESUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, COUNTY OF NASSAU WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR OCWEN LOAN ACQUISTION TRUST 2023-HB1,Plaintiff, -against- PATRICK KYLE LESKO, AS HEIR, DEVISEE, DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF DIRK ANDREW LESKO, AS HEIR, DEVISEE, DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF BARBARA DOLGOFF; ANY AND ALL KNOWN OR UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHER PARTIES CLAIMING AN INTEREST BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST THE ESTATE OF BARBARA DOLGOFF; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ACTING ON BEHALF OF THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ACTING ON BEHALF OF DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY - INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; Defendants Index No. 614533/2018 Plaintiff Designates Nassau County as the Place of Trial. The Basis of Venue is that the subject action is situated in Nassau County. To the above named Defendants-YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a notice of appearance, on the Plaintiff’s Attorney(s) within 20 days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after the service is
complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York); and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. That this Supplemental Summons is being filed pursuant to an order of the court dated October 19, 2023. NOTICE-YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME - If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR OCWEN LOAN ACQUISTION TRUST 2023-HB1) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an order of the Honorable David P. Sullivan, J.S.C. Dated: October 19, 2023 Filed: October 20, 2023. The object of this action is to foreclose a mortgage and covering the premises known as 3702 S. Somerset Drive, Seaford, NY 11783. Dated: June 3, 2023 Filed: November 7, 2023 Greenspoon Marder LLP, Attorney for Plaintiff, By: Monica G. Christie, Esq., 590 Madison Avenue, Suite 1800, New York, NY 10022 P: (212) 524-5000 F: (212) 524-5050 No Service by fax) Service purposes only: Trade Centre South 100 W. Cypress Creek Road, Suite 700, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 P: (888) 491-1120 F: (954) 343-6982 143293
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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE BOARD OF APPEALS Pursuant to New York State Town Law Article 16, New York State Public Officers Law Article 7, and the Town of Hempstead Building Zone Ordinance, NOTICE is hereby given that the BOARD OF APPEALS of the Town of Hempstead will hold a public hearing in the Old Town Hall, 350 Front Street, Room 230,
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Seventeen talented athletes from Division Avenue and General Douglas MacArthur high schools committed to their future college and university teams.
Athletes sign to college, university teams Athletes from Division Avenue High School included:
A total of 17 seniors in the Levittown Public School District signed letters of intent on Nov. 14, signaling their commitment to play for their future college or university. Seven athletes from General Douglas MacArthur High School and 10 athletes from Division Avenue High School gathered with their families and coaches to celebrate the prideful occasion. Athletes from General Douglas MacArthur High School included:
■ Michael Roy – St. Joseph’s University, baseball
■ Hailey Metzger – Mercy University, soccer
■ Matthew Bolton – Binghamton University, baseball
■ Nicole Stueckenschneider – Catholic University of America, softball
■ Caitlin Spence – SUNY Oneonta, volleyball
■ Meghan Wetzel – Molloy University, soccer
■ Shannon Stroud – Molloy University, lacrosse
■ Ayla Ramic – SUNY Delhi, softball ■ Tyler Bonsignore – Adelphi University, baseball
■ Demetrios Zirogiannis – City College of New York, baseball
■ Matthew Marino – SUNY Old Westbury, baseball ■ Tyler Diez – Farmingdale State College, baseball
■ Danica Prokay – Long Island University, acrobatics & tumbling
■ Sara Kealey – SUNY Oneonta, soccer
■ Nikole Galgano – Farmingdale State College, softball
■ Emile Agnoli – Marywood University, Volleyball
■ Liam Burns – Eastern Connecticut State University, lacrosse
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A. About 10 years ago, they started with the explanation that whole house plans were needed, because it was suspected that the house might have been used by a previous owner for more than one family, and the municipality wanted to see current conditions to compare with original plans to see if changes need to be put on record. Then it became onte eeper required that plans needed to be provided, because the house either wasn’t on record, if it was built before 1930, before records were kept, or the addition required a zoning variance because it might increase the allowable area of the home’s footprint on the lot. Any way you examine the issues, the architect you first interviewed was correct, but it wasn’t what you wanted to hear. Just to get the job, the second person, not even a qualified professional, gave you a low-ball figure and downplayed what was needed. It doesn’t surprise me to hear about your predicament, because this is a constant problem. The most difficult part is that your municipality is pretty capable of notifying you about what a great job they’re doing, but not really giving you alerts about the fact that you may want to check your house records to be sure that you won’t feel ambushed when you get a violation notice for your shed or fence. They could explain that you need to keep street corners clear of taller fences and foliage that can cause car accidents, or that your finished basement may someday delay your house sale while you scramble for a permit. The reason I started writing this column is because almost nobody else figured out that “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” and that people need to know how to avoid problems. Instead, neither the downward spiral of surprising people nor the equally worse problem of people avoiding the costly inevitable dilemma produces a better outcome. Good luck.
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Q. I’ve been living in my house for 41 years, and just wanted to add a bathroom at the back, next to my den, for my elderly father. It’s just a bathroom, but when I met with an architect, he told me he had to do plans for the whole house. I thought that his fee and the amount of work were ridiculous just for a bathroom, so I got a draftsman for one-third the cost. It’s now five years later, I still have no permit, and the plans were rejected because the reviewer wants to see more information, including house plans. I should have listened to the architect because the draftsman, it turns out, won’t answer phone calls, and he ended up paying another architect to seal the plans, which were inadequate, anyway. So I’m out the money for bad plans and still need the bathroom, since my father can’t use stairs. Why would the town need plans for the whole house? It makes no sense.
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he older you get, the more you think about the times when things were simple and pleasurable. That especially applies to my years in school, when my only cares were homework, lunch, recess and our next vacation. I fondly remember the milk and a graham cracker at 3 p.m., and field trips to the zoo or a museum. I thought about those heady days while watching the latest session of the House of Representatives. The JERRY boys and girls of KREMER the House were just out on what they call recess. Over the past 11 months they have worked so hard, and deserved a rest. They have funded the federal government until early January, and when they get back from their trips to Israel and the Ukraine, they will once again try to figure out how to further postpone any action on those challenges. Looking back on 2023, there are so many parallels between current Washington politics and my school days. In elementary school, we used to
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bring home lots of things to show off to our proud parents. Sometimes it was a crayon drawing or a clay model. In middle school it was something we made in shop class. So what did the House bring home to the taxpayers? What bills did they pass? Was there any legislation that will improve your day-to-day quality of life? Did they come up with a plan to reduce the price of a dozen eggs? Did they call over to the Senate and say, “Let’s make a deal”? As a child, I met quite a few schoolyard bullies. Luckily, I always ran faster than they did. Two weeks ago, Tennessee Congressman Tom Burchett complained that former Speaker Kevin McCarthy elbowed him in the kidney. McCarthy told the press that there are a lot of tight spaces in the House corridors, and that he didn’t elbow anybody. As I got older, sometimes I’d run into some kid with a short fuse who was looking for a fight. Just before recess time in D.C., Sen. Markwayne Mullin asked Teamsters President Sean O’Brien if he wanted to mix it up at a committee hearing, and the chair, Bernie Sanders, had to defuse
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the situation. In school, the biggest threat a teacher could make was that you’d be kept after class, or that classes wouldn’t end until certain projects were completed. In Washington, there is no scarier edict than one that members might have to work on Thanksgiving or some other holiday. After all, vacation plans have been finalized, or some educational trip to a far-off destination — sometimes a taxpayerfunded junket — would have to be canceled. The Republican House is in danger of losing its majority in next year’s election unless it can start acting like a cohesive body on issues that matter. The 30-member Freedom Caucus kicked McCarthy out of the speakership, and will only support the new speaker, Mike Johnson, so long as they get some of their wish list. The problem is, that wish list could cost them their majority next November. To show that McCarthy’s ouster was just a function of personal dislike, Johnson worked out a budget extension with Democratic votes. Recognizing that a government shutdown was imminent, the Freedom Caucus
here are so many parallels between Washington politics and my school days.
gave him a one-time pass. But going forward, the caucus could just as easily oust Johnson, so this small group of representatives can keep him on a short leash. And there are some members whom Johnson can’t muzzle forever. Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, a consistent bomb thrower, led an effort to impeach Alejandro Mayorkas, the secretary of homeland security, but the move was shut down. She will keep coming back, even though her party doesn’t want the process to go forward without a case strong enough for a vote to pass. All my life, I’ve treated politics as an important cause that should be handled with the greatest dignity and respect for the Constitution. I have supported and practiced bipartisanship. The politics of Washington must not be demeaned by a bunch of boys and girls who act like they’re still in elementary school. We are entitled to what the Founding Fathers envisioned, and nothing less. Jerry Kremer was an Assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He now heads Empire Government Strategies, a business development and legislative strategy firm. Comments about this column? jkremer@liherald.com.
In challenging times, we’re still thankful
hanksgiving is a uniquely American holiday, and in many ways, my favorite one of the year. It is the one day when, regardless of our background, ethnicity or religion, we pause to give thanks to whatever supreme being we worship to celebrate the many blessings we have in our lives, and give thanks for the opportunity to live in a nation that affords us freedom and the blessings of liberty. Cherished loved ones, good sTEVE health and happiRHoADs ness, successful careers — all of these are things for which we can, and should, be grateful. Reflecting on these blessings periodically is healthy, and makes the many challenges, stresses and pressures we all face in our daily lives a little bit easier to deal with. Collectively, as a community, that’s
just as important. Despite troubling times in the world and myriad challenges and issues facing us, there are many things our communities can be thankful for. While rising costs of everything from food to clothing to other daily necessities are making it harder for all of us to make ends meet, so many people of all ages still find it in their hearts to give back. Residents are organizing or taking part in food drives, clothing drives and other programs that lend a helping hand to local families in need. Whether it’s large organizations like Island Harvest providing food to over 300,000 hungry Long Islanders; others, like Carroll’s Kitchen, cooking and delivering meals to the homebound; your participation in a local Kiwanis drive to support a community cupboard; or even Plainview’s St. Pius X Youth Group, which runs a Families Feeding Families Food Drive, working with two churches in Bellmore and East
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Meadow to help provide everything struggling families need to make their own Thanksgiving dinners, the outpouring of kindness and compassion is heart-warming and inspiring. During a tumultuous and dangerous time in the wake of Hamas’ horrific, barbaric terrorist attack against Israel, good people are watching out for one another. They’re sending a loud, clear message that antisemitism — or any other kind of hate or violence against someone because of their religion — will not be tolerated in our community. That message can never be reinforced enough. Although New York’s bail reform laws, and irresponsible policies like Clean Slate — which seals the records of criminal defendants and prioritizes the rights of criminals over victims — continue to make it harder to keep our communities and families safe and for law enforcement officers to do their jobs, our dedicated police, correction officers, firefighters, EMS, and other
o many Long Islanders of all ages still find it in their hearts to give back.
first responders still go out every single day and do everything they can to help protect us. Look no further than the incident last summer in North Bellmore, in which an armed assailant in the middle of Jerusalem Avenue stopped traffic and brandished a gun at passing cars, to see the bravery, commitment and skill of our officers on full display. Their quick thinking helped prevent a tragedy, and they make that kind of effort on a daily basis. We should all be thankful for them. Finally, on a personal note, I’m thankful to you for giving me the opportunity to serve you in the State Senate. Earning the community’s trust and confidence to be your representative in Albany is one of the greatest honors I’ve ever had, and I cherish it dearly. I will continue working as hard as I can on your behalf. May this holiday season fill your hearts and homes with peace, joy and hope in the knowledge that light will eventually triumph over darkness. Steve Rhoads represents New York’s 5th Senate District.
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Staying safe: The county’s 13-second challenge
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ow long is 13 seconds? If you ask Google, it’s long enough to run 100 meters. Send a text message. Make a paper airplane. Or even look up on Google what you can do in 13 seconds. In Nassau County, however, it’s also the amount of time — on average — between car crashes. If you stopped to think about that, you might have realized it took you longer than 13 seconds. It’s just not a lot of time. That’s what 39,128 car crashes look like, according to statistics compiled last year by the Institute for Traffic Safety Management & Research. A good portion of them were minor. But twice a day, there is a serious accident right here in our own backyard, and at least once a week, someone dies as a result. But 13 seconds is important, because it reminds us that traffic accidents aren’t rare, and they can happen to anybody at any time. We think about safety when it’s raining or snowing, or when it’s dark. But accidents also happen in good weather, in bright sunshine. That’s why vigilance is key. No matter how good a driver we think we are, 1 in 35 people In Nassau County can expect to be involved in a car accident at some point in any given year. And we’re just talking about crashes
that involve only cars. When you mix in pedestrians, bicycles and motorcycles, the numbers become even more troubling. Like the fact that 856 people were hit by vehicles in Nassau County last year. That’s more than two people every day. More than 95 percent of them were injured, and 22 died. More than 400 bicyclists were hit, according to the traffic safety institute, with 93 percent of them suffering injuries, and two people dying. And 328 motorcycles crashed in Nassau County last year, injuring more than 225 riders and killing 14. Believe it or not, despite the fact that so many people travel during the holiday season and the potential for heavy winter weather, this isn’t the time of year when most accidents happen. That’s actually in the summer, particularly around the Fourth of July. But becoming a statistic is becoming a statistic, no matter what time of year it is. And no one wants to remember their holiday as a statistic, or know someone who becomes one. The American Red Cross offers some great tips for safe driving — something every one of us should heed. Primarily to buckle up, slow down, and don’t drive impaired. But also to be well-rested and alert. That means giving your full atten-
tion to the road, and avoiding distractions like cellphones. Also, be sure to observe speed limits — driving too fast, or even too slow, can increase the chances of being in a collision. If you’re taking a long trip, make frequent stops. Rotate drivers if you can. But no matter what, if you’re too tired to drive, stop and get some rest. This might not be easy for all of us, but be respectful of other motorists, and follow the rules of the road. But don’t follow other cars too closely. If you plan to drink, designate someone to drive who isn’t drinking. Before you head out, clean your headlights, taillights, signal lights and windows to help you see — especially at night. And as dusk approaches, turn on your headlights. And anytime your windshield wipers are moving, your headlights should be on. If you have car trouble, pull off the road as far as possible. And always be alert about any cars moving near you — or where they could be moving near you. No matter how you look at it, 13 seconds isn’t a lot of time. Yet it’s long enough to stop a car dead in its tracks in Nassau County. This holiday season, don’t be a statistic. Stay safe on the roads.
Letters A letter writer proves that being Jewish doesn’t matter To the Editor: I’d like to express my thanks to reader Charles Holster for his eloquent, compassionate letter regarding the brazen, brutal, unprovoked attack on Israel by Hamas, and the surge of antisemitism in this country and elsewhere (“We cannot remain silent in the face of evil,” Nov. 16-22). He proves that one does not need to be Jewish to speak out against antisemitism or the unfortunate evil in this world. I am a Jewish American who was very frightened by the events of Oct. 7. I was born in this country, as were my parents. My grandparents came here from Russia in the early 1900s to escape the pogroms, which were sanctioned to kill anyone who was Jewish. They felt relieved to be in this country of freedom. They subsequently heard about what happened to the Jews years later in Nazi Germany and elsewhere in Europe. It was hard to believe, but once again, they felt relieved that they were in the USA, a country where Jews could be safe. Growing up in New York City, I didn’t feel the personal attacks of antisemitism until I visited Salt Lake City while on a teen trip. While I’d heard about antisemitism, it was worse face to face. Then came the horrors of Oct 7. The actions by
Hamas were bad enough, but the support the terrorists received in social media, even as they held on to hostages, made me feel unsafe in my own country. Nazi Germany didn’t start the Holocaust with its gas chambers. It started the war against the Jews (and other minorities) with words. People did not speak up enough
then, but fortunately, Mr. Holster and others have been speaking up lately in the press and at the rallies. Let us all remember that if we fail to speak up for others, there will be nobody left to speak up for us. PAM SINGER Malverne
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hat does it mean to be antisemitic? Can Jews do better in fighting against it? This is a complex issue, and a difficult one. It requires looking outside and inside our community. Eradicating hate is a group effort. Hillel would say, “If I am not for me, who will be for me? And when I am for myself alone, what am I? And if not now, then when?” Let’s begin in Germany, right before Hitler was appointed chancellor in 1933. People liked his charisma and his sHai direct way of Jews BeLooseskY speaking. even felt he was good for Germany’s growth economically. And yet, from the beginning, Hitler’s speeches showed signs of hate. Why did many Jews overlook those signs? Why did so many non-Jews who loved their Jewish neighbors dismiss those signs? Was it for personal gain, or simply a false sense of security? Of course, no one ever could have imagined the atrocities that occurred. The blame lies directly in the hands of Hitler and those who participated. What’s important, though, is that we understand how Hitler gained his power.
Jews are not to blame, but what would have happened if German Jews had taken the hate speech seriously? What if they had listened to the early warnings? We must be cognizant of why we, as Jews, tolerated the hate talk. Excused it. Defended it. And supported Hitler. We must be honest with ourselves. Are we still doing it today? And if so, why? I feel strongly that it’s important to sweat the small stuff. This means to take even the seemingly smallest of antisemitic comments seriously. We must learn to recognize hate speech. We must make sure we are represented, and never avoid taking a moment to educate. I’ve been asked if I feel the propaganda about Israel is rooted in antisemitism. It’s a great question, and one that doesn’t have a simple answer. Israel isn’t perfect. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has a lot to answer for when it comes to the terrorist attacks. The government failed our people. Regardless, I often wonder whether the manner in which Israel is represented around the world is anti-Israel, or actually anti-Jewish. Here is a great question I recently
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ate comes from a place of fear and a lack of knowledge. It’s about ignorance.
Letters King calls out antisemitism To the Editor: Thanks to Peter King for his excellently written column, “How quickly the world seems ready to turn on Israel,” in the Nov. 9-15 issue. It directly addressed the double standard that has infiltrated segments of our country, and beyond, in judging Israel. The dramatic rise of antisemitism, which commenced even before Israel’s response to the heinous Oct. 7 attack, is appalling. This lifelong registered Democrat believes King’s presence in Congress is missed. STEvE WERBEL Merrick
Local businesses need to support local patrons, too To the Editor: The Herald rightfully is supportive of local businesses (Editorial, “Small businesses needs us, and we need them,” Nov. 9-15), and we all agree that these businesses are our country’s economic
heard: What is the difference between antisemitism and racism, transphobia, homophobia and all other forms of hate? Did you know the source of hate is the same no matter whom it is directed at? Hate comes from a place of fear and a lack of knowledge. It’s about (chosen) ignorance and not wanting to learn. It’s about superiority and control. It’s about power. And so I ask, why is hate speech allowed and tolerated in so many of our offices, schools, and most of all by our public figures, including our politicians? Why are we allowing it? What role do we play when we allow it? Early Shabbat morning on Oct. 7, Israelis experienced a side of antisemitism that we hadn’t seen for generations. Terrorists attacked Israeli citizens in their homes, and at a concert for young people. They killed more than 1,000 people in the most heinous, barbaric ways. They tortured parents in front of children, and children in front of parents. As Israelis begged for their lives, the terrorists laughed, thanked their god, and rejoiced as they kept murdering. This type of antisemitism is one of the most frightening. It’s calculated. It is without mercy or value to life. I am heartbroken by the rise of anti-
semitism I am seeing all over the United States. I’ve heard misinformation and a lack of knowledge of how a terrorist group functions and thinks. I’ve heard so little acknowledgement of what was done to the Israelis by Hamas and the justified retaliation. Instead, I’m hearing hatred toward Israel. We must understand that it can be hard to decipher whether the hatred toward Israel means also to all Jews. Even so, not recognizing the mass murders done to the Israelis by Hamas — and, instead, blaming Israel — is rooted in antisemitism. Let’s call it what it is. The Holocaust did not begin at the gas chambers. It started long before, with hate speech. We must be vigilant and proactive the very second hate is spoken. We must do a better job of uniting with others who are targeted — particularly now, as the pain of antisemitism is real. As our oppressors try to push us down, we have the power in numbers to lift one another up. This gives me hope. We stand on the shoulders of generations of Jews who did not give up for us to be here today. We owe it to them — and the next generation — to do our part, and to do a better job. We must continue to shine our light to illuminate the path toward healing. Jeshayahu “Shai” Beloosesky is the rabbi at Temple Avodah in Oceanside.
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lifeline. Since the pandemic, however, many, if not all, small businesses are now charging back to their customers the credit card fees they have been paying since the inception of the use of credit cards. We have all been hit hard by inflation, and all businesses have raised prices to counter the run-away inflation, and now have added credit card fees on top of rising prices. What is interesting, and what I feel is a slap in the face to us consumers trying to support our local businesses, is the amount the local businesses are charging, an average of 3.5 percent. In reality, as of September, average total credit card processing fees were 2.23 percent. So why are local merchants charging more than they’re being charged by the banks? Additionally, debit card fees are even less than credit card fees. I feel a lot of the local businesses are taking advantage of the current situation, since they have been paying these fees for decades. Local businesses need to rethink these charges, because the chain stores and chain restaurants aren’t charging these fees at all. Please give your loyal customers a break! LARRy DOOLEy Rockville Centre
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