Uniondale Herald 06-20-2024

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Peterson shares steps to success with

By KELSIE RADZISKI kradziski@liherald.com

Alverta B. Gray Schultz Middle School students received early college and career advice from former student Alana Peterson on June 13.

“I’m trying to open the students’ perspectives,” Peterson said. “It’s not until the students see a tangible representation of what could be considered success in front of them, with the ability for them to interact, that their mindset begins to open up.”

Peterson graduated from the middle school in 2011 and went on to attend Holy Trinity High

School in Hicksville, where she graduated in 2015. She attended Hunter College and earned a sociology degree in 2021, having taken some extra time to complete it due to the pandemic.

Peterson is now an operating room scheduler at the Hospital for Special Surgery in Manhattan.

Peterson shared the story of her college and career journey with the seventh-grade students in Law, Ethics, and Civics classes, and gave them some advice as they think about their own futures.

“One of the first things I want to express to you is to

lead, not follow,” she told the class. “Don’t be afraid to stand out for positive reasons.”

Volunteering has been a big part of Peterson’s life, and she told students to find ways to get involved at their local community centers, churches, hospitals, and anywhere else they can. “People respect when you give your time for free,” she said, “and it’s the start to building your own resume.”

She touched on difficult topics, such as how to manage the loss of a loved one, and encouraged the students to work through their biggest fears, which included being afraid of

By KELSIE RADZISKI kradziski@liherald.com

Uniondale student musicians can toot their own horns, as the middle school and high school bands and orchestras achieved high ratings at the New York State School Music Association Majors Festival on May 28.

The young musicians’ accomplishments highlight their dedication and talent, as well as that of their directors, who worked hard to prepare them.

“These awards are testament to the incredible talent and hard work of our students, as well as the exceptional guidance of our music directors,” district SuperCoNTiNUed oN pAge 15

Courtesy Uniondale school district

The Uniondale High School jazz and concert bands at the New York State School Music Association Majors Festival on May 28.

Kelsie Radziski/Herald photos Students at Alverta B. gray Schultz Middle School took part in a discussion with guest speaker Alana peterson. $1.00

Revenue to renovations: Cricket’s impact felt

By BRIAN NORMAN Intern

From June 3 to June 12, cricket took over Nassau County. A 34,000 seat stadium was built in Eisenhower Park for the 2024 Cricket World Cup, and many resident who live and work nearby the park were concerned with what kinds of impacts the tournament will have on local communities.

Issues like road closures, the park shutdown and traffic were major topics of concern. However, many may have overlooked some of the potential benefits that Nassau County can gain from hosting the tournament.

Nassau County will be receiving $2.7 million dollars in direct revenue from hosting the tournament. County Legislator Tom McKevitt acknowledged that he knew hosting the tournament would be a huge undertaking and a temporary inconvenience, but his ultimate goal is to make Eisenhower Park look better after the tournament than it did before.

Following the Long Island portion of the Cricket World Cup, revenue in many sectors is expected to impact Nassau County in a positive way. Though the stadium, seen above, will be deconstructed, the grass and state-of-the-art irrigation system will remain in place, an improvement for Eisenhower Park.

down in July.

But, it’s not just improvements to the park. The tournament is benefitting the county in more ways than one. The hotel industry has seen an increase in revenue and room bookings as well, over the duration of the tournament. Belyea said that rooms across Long Island have been completely booked up because of the tourna-

Matthew Neugeboren, the director of sales at the Courtyard Marriot in Westbury provided insight about the increase in revenue that the hotel has generated because of the tournament, by comparing sales to previous years.

20 percent increase in revenue this year, and certain days we have seen a 100 percent increase in food and beverage revenue at the hotel,” Neugeboren said. “What you also have to think about is that this is the time of year that the Belmont Stakes usually happens, so we’re comparing it to a time that already has a busy event going on.”

The room bookings across Nassau County have not only generated revenue for the hotels, but also for the county itself.

“The hotel-motel tax is a tax on every room that a visitor has to pay — a percentage of that money comes to the county, per New York state law,” Belyea said. “Our

that money goes to us hiring a tourism and promotion agency, goes to the minority and the majority to be able to fund community projects. So it to me, is like bonus funds that comes into us quarterly and imagine what that second quarter is going to look like with every hotel being booked in June.”

The last Cricket World Cup was held in Australia two years ago and generated $150 million dollars. Belyea said she was proud that Nassau County was center stage for a tournament that generates 1.9 billion viewers around the globe.

“Nassau is back and it’s open for business, and I’m really excited about it,” Bely

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Have a ball with the Long Island Rough Riders

By KELSIE RADZISKI kradziski@liherald.com

Soccer excitement is rising on Long Island in preparation for the World Cup at MetLife Stadium in 2026. But Uniondale soccer fans can enjoy professional games in their own backyard.

The Town of Hempstead and Long Island’s Rough Riders are hosting “Town of Hempstead Night” on Sunday, June 30 at 6 p.m. Town residents will receive 50 percent off admission prices, with kids’ tickets at $5 and adult tickets at $7.50.

“Our whole goal is to bring a level of professional soccer to Long Island,” Tanner Sands, the general manager for the Long Island Rough Riders, said. “We want to give every kid the opportunity to see players playing at the highest level and hopefully dream big.”

The soccer event will be at the Mitchel Athletic Complex, where the Rough Riders will be playing the Cedar Stars Academy. Guests can expect a meet-andgreet with the Rough Riders after the game where they can ask questions, take photos, and get autographs from the players.

“It’s going to be a great event, Town Supervisor Dan Clavin said. “Save a little money, watch a great soccer game, and then get the opportunity to have the kids really mingle with these players. It’s a great opportunity to inspire these kids to look at the next level, whether it be collegiate or the dream of playing professional.”

The first Town of Hempstead Night was held last year and drew roughly 150 excited kids that met and supported the local soccer team, according to Sands. The town and the team are hoping for the same turnout this year.

“I was once in the shoes of these little kids that are coming to the game,” Pierce Infuso, a Rough Riders player, said. “I’m super excited for them to come out and cheer us on and to get that support from the community.”

Players are looking forward to the event and are hoping to set a good example for the kids, according to Eoin Farrell, Rough Riders team captain.

“I hope we can win the game and put on a good show for them,” Farrell said. “Hopefully one day they can be in the same shoes as us.”

Throughout the summer, the town and the team hold weeklong soccer clinics for kids ages 6 to14. Licensed coaching staff and players from both the Rough Riders men’s and women’s teams are part of the clinics.

“The ability of the Rough Riders to have clinics has been very meaningful on both ends,” Clavin said. “It means a lot to these kids to actually learn these skills from professionals, and it also has professionals really connecting with the community and giving back.”

Kids have the chance to learn best practices from coaches and hear about professional soccer experiences from players themselves.

These soccer clinics have become so popular that there’s often a waitlist for

them; there are even talks for indoor clinics during the team’s offseason due to the high demand, according to Clavin.

“It’s an awesome opportunity for us to use the resources we have to be a part of the community,” Sands said.

The Long Island Rough Riders are a professional soccer team in the United Soccer League 2. They’ve been playing since 1993, making this year their 31st anniversary. The men’s team currently ranks second in the Metropolitan Division, with 5 out of 6 wins.

The women’s team plays in the United Soccer League Women’s League and is also currently ranked number two in their Metropolitan Division.

To learn more about the Rough Riders schedule or sign up for their soccer clinics, please visit LiRoughRiders.com.

Photos courtesy Tim Cleere

Rough Riders players Baptiste Boit, left, Eryk Dymora and Pau Ferrer talk to youngsters at the team’s home opener on May 19.

The Long Island Rough Riders men’s team lines up with the kids at the soccer squad’s home opened on May 19.

Summer events are returning to Eisenhower Park this summer,

A full summer of shows ahead for Nassau County

Allman Brothers band, followed by the Chicken Head Rock Band.

This summer, concerts and events at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre will return to Eisenhower Park, with a stacked lineup all summer long for friends and family to come enjoy. The theatre will feature everything including concerts, movie nights, cultural nights, and a fireworks presentation ahead of July 4, giving a little something for everyone to come enjoy.

Throughout the month of June and into early July, there will be a GreekAmerican night on June 26, a ChineseAmerican night on June 29, an IsraeliAmerican night on June 30 and a German-American night on July 1.

On July 3, the annual TD Bank’s celebrate America firework show will take place from 5:30 to 10:00 p.m., and will feature two musical groups, the Allmost Brothers band, a tribute band to the late

The rest of July is filled with various performances including So Good a Niel Diamond cover band performing on July 6, A Rock of Ages Tribute on July 11 including, Shoot 2 Thrill an AC/DC cover band, Completely Unchained, a Van Halen cover band, and Return to Paradise a Styx cover band.

On July 14, there will be a Harry Chaplin tribute show and food drive going on at the park. The Harry Chaplin Band will perform, and there will be an ongoing food drive as well.

The theatre is located off of Park Boulevard, the roadway that goes through Eisenhower Park. Parking for events is in Field 6/6A. For more information, visit NassauCountyNY.gov.

— Brian Norman

Jordan Vallone/Herald

at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre.

Father’s Day at the library

Nassau County Legislator Scott Davis celebrated Father’s Day with a bilingual story time and craft program at the Hempstead Public Library on June 15. ‘It was so wonderful to meet the children and their families at this special event celebrating Father’s Day in the Hempstead community,’ Davis said, in a release. ‘Many thank to library director Irene Duszkiewicz and her staff for hosting such a terrific event.’

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Romano is Hofstra’s new

VP of facilities, operations

Paul Romano —a 23-year employee and a two-time alumnus — has been appointed the new vice president for facilities and operations at Hofstra University. It’s a new job he will start Sept. 1.

Romano started at Hofstra as an assistant trades supervisor in 2001, before moving into the trades supervisor position a year later.

He was promoted to assistant director of physical plant operations in 2005, and associate director of the physical plant three years later. He has held his most recent position — director of the physical plant — since 2017. Romano succeeds Joseph Barkwill, who announced his retirement earlier this year.

“This is exactly the position I’ve always wanted, and exactly the place I want to be,” Romano said, in a release. “At Hofstra, we’re blessed with a lot of talented people that really care about their jobs, in the trades, and all the other areas that report to this position. I am grateful for

this opportunity.”

Romano earned his bachelor’s degree from Hofstra in 2011 and his MBA in 2014 — both from the Frank G. Zarb School of Business. Before joining Hofstra as an employee, he owned his own company — Paul Romano Construction, a licensed home improvement contractor where he touched all aspects of building design and construction.

Hofstra’s facilities and operations department provides services for the 244acre campus and its community yearround.

Departments include campus operations — like custodial, grounds, and the event management office — the public safety department — that includes fire and life safety — dining services, the plant department — including the print shop and mail center — and sustainability, which includes the electric vehicle charging stations.

“Paul has vast institutional knowledge, and a great passion for Hofstra,” university president Susan Poser said, in a release. “I am confident he will continue the facilities and operations standard of excellence.”

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Cricket tournament a big hit in Nassau

By TONY BELLISSIMO tbellissimo@liherald.com

The International Cricket Council’s Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Tournament proved a bit hit in Nassau County, highlighted by the much-anticipated and sold out India-Pakistan match June 9.

Nassay County Executive Bruce Blakeman called the event, which kicked off with a practice match June 1 and concluded 11 days later with the United States taking on India at Eisenhower Park, “the Super Bowl on steroids.”

Cricket is the second most-popular sport in the world behind soccer and the world’s third most-watched sporting event behind only the FIFA World Cup and Tour de France. It was introduced in the United Kingdom during the 16th century. It has since grown in immense popularity in South Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Southern Africa and the West Indies — many parts of the globe that have been influenced by British imperialism over the centuries.

The T20 tournament, which is both the youngest and shortest version of international cricket, featured matches — usually lasting around three-and-ahalf hours — played this month not only in East Meadow, but also in Dallas, southern Florida and the West Indies. All eight matches in East Meadow began at 10:30 a.m., to align with mid-afternoon television audiences in Europe and prime-time slots in South Asia.

The pitch at Eisenhower Park was shipped in from Australia, and kept in Florida during the winter months before being dropped in the temporary, modular stadium, which seated more than 34,000 fans.

Every seat was filled for the IndiaPakistan rivalry match with tickets going on the secondary market for a minimum of $1,000 after fees. Large viewing parties were held in Seaford as well as in Queens at Citi Field, with India fans celebrating a 119-113 victory following several weather delays. Matches between those two nations usually attract massive audiences. More than 400 million people watched the IndiaPakistan 2011 World Cup battle. That’s more than triple the viewing audience of the most recent Super Bowl.

This year marked the first-ever appearance in the tournament for the United States, which pulled off one of the sport’s biggest upsets of all-time June 6 in Dallas with an overtime win against Pakistan. India defeated the U.S. in the East Meadow finale before a crowd of more than 31,000.

The U.S. is led by Aaron Jones, Steven Taylor, Nitish Kumar, Shayan Jahangir, Corey Anderson, Harmeet Singh, Shadley Van Schalkwyk, Andries Gous, Monank Patel and Jessy Singh.

The United States faced India June 12 in the last of eight ICC T20

The tournament brought international attention to Nassau, which hosted a number of international dignitaries from countries like Pakistan, India, Canada and Bangladesh. It also attracted fans from around the globe.

Kalyan Gopaluni attended the U.S. victory over Canada in Dallas, where he resides, and traveled to New York for two matches, India-Pakistan and IndiaU.S.

“I’m a huge cricket fan and play in a cricket league,” Gopaluni said. “I’ve been looking forward to this tournament for a long time. The atmosphere at India versus Pakistan was electric. The stadium was shaking. I think they did a great job as host.”

Virginia Talati, from Georgia, and her soon-to-be 8-year-old son, Hasmukhal, who has been playing cricket for five years already, flew in from Georgia to attend the finale at Eisenhower.

“We flew up last night and going back home tomorrow,” she said. “We’re really excited. My son asked last week if we can go see a match and we made it his birthday present.”

The tournament generated a large amount of revenue for the county, which Blakeman is expected to announce at a later date.

Borrelli’s Italian Restaurant saw business boom each day of the event during a normally slow time, 2:30-4:30 p.m., owner Frank Borrelli said. Parking

Virginia Talati and her son, Hasmukhal, flew in from Georgia to check out the cricket action.

allowed for up to 50 cars and “You could see from all the different license plates and from the customers I’ve spoken to, this attracted people from all over the country and the world,” Borrelli said.

The U.S. advanced to the tournament’s Super Eight stage after its match against Ireland in Florida was washed out last Friday.

The championship takes place June 29 in Barbados.

Tony Bellissimo/Herald photos

World Cup matches held at Eisenhower Park.

Flags of both competing countries were displayed on the pitch and national anthems sung prior to each match.

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Monday, July 1

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7:00-9:00pm The Nassau Pops Symphony Orchestra

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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman stands with Office of Emergency Management Commissioner Richard Corbett, Deputy Health Commissioner Andrew Knecht, Department of Social Services Commissioner Jose Lopez, and Director of Public Health Emergency Preparedness Nancy Fischer to announce county cooling centers and individual safety procedures for the public during the upcoming heat wave.

County opens cooling centers to beat the heat

By KELSIE RADZISKI kradziski@liherald.com

Temperatures are expected to rise across the tri-statemetropolitan area in the coming days, with Long Island temperatures projected to reach the high 80s and 90s, coupled with high humidity. Hot weather such as this can pose serious health threats, and Nassau County is taking measures to help keep the public as safe and comfortable as possible.

County Executive Bruce Blakeman said at a news conference on Monday that cooling centers across the county will be open during the upcoming “hazy, hot, and humid” weather this week that will last for about up to five days. The centers will be open starting on Wednesday, June 19..

The Mitchel Field Administration Building, at 1 Charles Lindbergh Blvd. in Uniondale, will be open 24 hours a day.

Iley Stream and Cantiague Park will be open by June 24. They could be open sooner, according to Blakeman, depending on if the staff of predominantly college students can return in time.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heat stroke is the most serious heat-related illness, which can lead to permanent disability or death if not treated. Due to the dangers high temperatures can lead to, Blakeman provided an extensive list of “common sense measures” people can take to protect themselves in the extreme heat.

f everybody takes these common sense measures, then I believe that everybody will be healthy and safe throughout this process.

Nickerson Beach and its pools at 880 Lido Blvd. in Lido Beach in Lido Beach are open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday of this week will remain open until 8 p.m. for an extra hour of cooling time.

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The Cantiague Park administration office in Hicksville at 480 W John Street will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The Wantagh administration building 1 King Road in Wantagh will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. The swimming pool at Wantagh Park will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Try to avoid being outdoors during the hottest hours of the day, which are currently 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. People who enjoy exercising outdoors should temporarily alter their exercise schedule to work out in the early mornings or during sundown.

Be sure to drink plenty of fluids, wear clothing that is lightweight, and apply sunscreen on a “regular basis,” which is roughly every two hours.

Blakeman also said to pay attention to how your body feels. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, contact a medical professional, and if you are really in distress, call 911.

Keep an eye on your neighbors, check in on any elderly people who may lack adequate cooling facilities, and be diligent about keeping any pets indoors and safely hydrated, he added.

“If everybody takes these common sense measures, then I believe that everybody will be healthy and safe throughout this process,” Blakeman said.

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Adopt-a-Cop fair thrills Hemptead fourth-graders

By REINE BETHANY

Special to the Uniondale Herald Beacon

A wonderful fair for fourth-graders was saved from cancellation by quick thinking between the Hempstead Police Department and Beacon Mobility, which operates the Dell Bus Company in the village.

The fair was the culminating event in Hempstead Village’s annual Adopta-Cop program, which has been supervised by Hempstead Detective Mark Russell for the past seven years.

This year, the event was scheduled for June 6. The planning and commitment attached to it are enormous. The children look forward to a demonstration of how crimes are staged and investigated by the Mobile Command Unit.

They clamber in and out of a fire truck. Nassau County Mounted Police Officers arrive on shining horses, and the children get to see a county police helicopter up close. They hear a band play, talk to Hempstead Mayor Waylyn Hobbs Jr., and the village trustees, and eat a special lunch.

“The kids adopt a cop for the year,” said Humberta Vasquez, secretary for the Juvenile Aid Bureau. “They get to know the cop, ask questions, interact, and then we celebrate by doing this event for them, so they can see what it’s all about.”

“This has been a major program where students get to interact with their community helpers and make a great relationship with them,” said Dawn Lopez, a fourth-grade teacher at Barack Obama School, while her students besieged Truck Company 1 firefighter Jean Dupoux with questions.

“Sometimes there’s a negative stigma for police,” said Police Officer Marissa Bazzini, one of the cops adopted at Barack Obama School, “so it’s nice to have them look at you like a regular person and approach you. They never stop asking questions!”

Yet the celebration almost fell through. Rainy weather on June 6 forced the Hempstead Police to reschedule for June 13. And then the school bus schedule didn’t line up.

With just a few days to arrange seven school buses, Russell reached out to Beacon Mobility.

“We did a lot of emails back and forth,” Russell said, “and they were going to donate three buses, then charge us for four more. Then they got the funding approved and donated all seven!”

“When we heard that this was going to get canceled,” said Paul Quinn Mori, director of client relations with Beacon Mobility, “I said, no way! If I had to drive the bus myself, I could do that.”

Finding buses on such short notice wasn’t easy. Buses are busy at the end of the school year.

“Testing schedules and class trips are going on right now,” said Mori. “Erin Sharkey, my partner, pulled it off with the folks from the Elmont location [of Beacon Mobility].”

Jean Dupoux, a Hempstead volunteer firefighter with Truck Company

fire fighting at the June 13 Adopt-a-Cop year-end event.

The Hempstead Police Mobile Command Unit attracted a swarm of curious fourthgraders who participated in the year-end Adopt-a-Cop.

The collaboration was a natural outgrowth of a relationship that Beacon Mobility and the Hempstead Village government have nurtured for more than seven years.

“I’ve got parents and grandparents

of kids in the Hempstead schools system working for me,” said Mori. “Whatever we can do to help the community, if we can fit it in, we love doing it. These kids at the Adopt-a-Cop fair — this is the best thing in the world.”

The first group of fourth grade students attending the year-end event for the Adopt-a-Cop program crowded around a bouncy house in the roomy parking lot of the Hempstead Department of Public Works.

An outsized Pollo Campero chicken clucked as Hempstead fourth-graders lined up for snacks provided by the restaurant at the year-end Adopt-a-Cop event on June 13.

Photos courtesy Reine Bethany

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Get outside and go serenely

By Karen Bloom

Imagine stepping outside your home this summer and entering a world of serenity. The gentle crunch of gravel beneath your feet. The rhythmic sound of trickling water with nature’s calming presence can de-stress and promote inner peace. This is the essence of a Zen garden, a haven of tranquility inspired by Japanese aesthetics and philosophy.

So, how do you create your own relaxing space at home? Garden designer Fiona Jenkins offers some insight. Grab your gardening tools — even get the kids involved — and get started.

Art of Simplicity: Creating the Foundation Zen gardens are all about cultivating a harmonious balance between natural elements and negative space. Gravel forms the very foundation, representing the vastness of the sea or impermanence of life. Raking it into smooth patterns — like waves or ripples — becomes a meditative practice in itself.

“The rhythm of the rake against the gravel adds another layer of tranquility, inviting you to focus on the present moment.” Jenkins advises. “Use light-colored gravel — like white, cream or gray — to enhance the feeling of serenity and evoke a sense of vastness.”

Carefully placed rocks and stones add structure and balance. Larger rocks can symbolize mountains, according to Jenkins, anchoring the space. Imagine them as islands of stability amid the ever-changing sea of gravel.

Smaller stones can represent stepping stones on a path to enlightenment. Arrange your rocks and stones with intention, considering their size, shape, color, and the spaces between them. These spaces — known as “ma” in Japanese — are just as important as the elements themselves, adding to the sense of balance and tranquility.

Nature’s Soothing Sounds

Water, a symbol of life and purification, plays a vital role in traditional Zen gardens. The gentle gurgle of trickling water is a natural stress reliever, proven to lower blood pressure and heart rate. Consider incorporating a small water basin with a bamboo spout, creating a calming focal point.

A tabletop fountain with a smooth rock base can add a touch of movement and sound without overwhelming the peaceful atmosphere.

“Keep the water feature simple and integrate it seamlessly with the surrounding rocks and gravel,” Jenkins says. “For a touch of whimsy, consider adding a small koi fish or two — their graceful movements adding another layer of life to your serene oasis.”

Limit Plant Selection: A Celebration Of Form

Zen gardens traditionally incorporate minimal plants, allowing the other elements to take center stage. Carefully chosen plants will enhance the aesthetic and create a sense of harmony with nature.

Choose low-maintenance evergreens with interesting shapes or textures, such as dwarf pine, bonsai or ornamental grass. These plants require minimal pruning and maintain a sense of order within the garden. A strategically placed patch of moss can add a touch of softness and evoke tranquility.

“Consider strategically incorporating a single flowering shrub to add a burst of color during its blooming season,” Jenkins says.

Lighting For Tranquil Evenings

Subtle lighting can elevate the atmosphere allowing you to enjoy your sanctuary even after sunset. String lights hung overhead or strategically placed

lanterns can cast a warm, inviting glow.

“Step out after a long day and be greeted by the soft glow of your lanterns and the gentle murmur of water,” Jenkins says. “It’s a perfect invitation to unwind and de-stress.”

Solar-powered lights are another great option, as they require no wiring and provide illumination throughout the night.

Create A Focal Point To Draw The Eye

A focal point adds a touch of interest.

“It should be something that inspires calmness and contemplation, inviting you to focus your mind and appreciate the beauty of your creation,” Jenkins explains.“Your focal point could be a beautiful stone lantern, its soft light casting a warm glow. Or consider a small statue of Buddha radiating peace, or a strategically placed bonsai tree with its meticulously pruned branches, a testament to patience and dedication.”

Comfort And Contemplation: A Place To Relax

Since this is a space to unwind and escape daily stresses, you’ll want to include a comfortable seating area where you can chill out and appreciate your creation. A simple wooden bench or cushions will suffice. If space allows, add a small table for enjoying a cup of tea or for meditating.

“Imagine yourself sitting amid the calming elements of your garden, listening to the sounds of nature and letting go of the day’s worries,” Jenkins says.

Personalize Your Sanctuary

While Zen gardens have a traditional aesthetic, don’t be afraid to incorporate some elements that reflect your own personality.

“The key is to create a space that resonates with you and fosters peace and well-being,” Jenkins adds.

A small wind chime with a calming melody adds a touch of whimsy. Also consider a piece of art depicting nature or a fragrant flowering plant, even perhaps a small birdbath to attract feathered friends.

“Embrace the simplicity of Zen design, lose yourself in the meditative act of raking the gravel, and allow the calming presence of nature to wash over,” Jenkins says. “Remember, your Zen garden is a reflection of your inner world.”

Photos courtesy Fiona Jenkins

Creating a Zen garden is not just about landscaping; it’s about cultivating a personal sanctuary for relaxation and mindfulness. With a little planning and inspiration, you can transform your outdoor space into a special retreat.

Morgan James

The powerhouse vocalist, Broadway veteran and concert favorite hits all the right notes when she visits the Landmark stage. Soulful singersongwriter Morgan James’ voice is her instrument, and through it she can communicate anything. It is a gift that she has expertly trained, and meticulously nurtured, James has cultivated a world of fans with her viral YouTube videos, and she loves connecting with them on social media and at her live shows. With her own channel, James has amassed more than 250 million views on YouTube (and climbing). Over the last several years, she has established herself as a touring powerhouse, playing with her band and symphony orchestras. Her latest full album, ‘Nobody’s Fool,’ is a luminous love letter to ‘90s R&B, featuring nine new songs, and one cover of Jeff Buckley‘s ‘Everybody Here Wants You.’

Friday, June 21, 8 p.m. $53, $48, $43. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. (516) 767-6444 or LandmarkOnMainStreet.org.

‘Across The Universe’

The Beatles live on — in the form of The Fab Faux. The acclaimed band brings out the best Beatles moments, appearing on the Paramount stage. With a commitment to the accurate reproduction of The Beatles’ repertoire, they treat the seminal music with unwavering respect, known for their painstaking recreations of the songs (with emphasis on the later works never performed live by The Beatles). The Fab Faux’s musical virtuosity — in actuality five New York Citybased musicians — upends the concept of a Beatles tribute band. Far beyond being extended cover sets, their shows are an inspired rediscovery of The Beatles’ musical magic. In addition to their notefor-note accuracy, the band is famous for blurring the lines slightly and injecting their own musical personalities into the performances. That’s The Fab Faux experience.

Saturday, June 22, 8 p.m. $55, $35, $30, $25. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.

THE Your Neighborhood

Get The Led Out

Get The Led Out rocks out with their tribute to what many consider rock ‘n roll’s greatest band, in “A Celebration of the Mighty Zep,” on the Paramount stage, Friday and Saturday, June 28-29, 8 p.m. From the bombastic and epic, to the folky and mystical, GTLO has captured the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and brought it to the concert stage. The six veteran musicians who make up the Philadelphia-based group delivers Led Zeppelin live with the all passion and fury these blues-soaked, groove-driven rock anthems deserve. Utilizing the multi-instrumentalists at their disposal, GTLO re-creates songs, in all their depth and glory, with the studio overdubs that Zeppelin themselves never performed. When you hear three guitars on the album, GTLO delivers three guitarists on stage.

No wigs or fake English accents, the band brings what the audience wants — a high energy Zeppelin concert with honest, heart-thumping intensity with a strong focus on Led Zeppelin’s pivotal early years. They touch on the deeper cuts that were seldom, if ever heard in concert. GTLO’s approach to performance of this hallowed catalog is not unlike a classical performance. “Led Zeppelin are sort of the classical composers of the rock era,” says lead vocalist Paul Sinclair. “I believe 100 years from now they will be looked at as the Bach or Beethoven of our time. As cliche as it sounds, their music is timeless. $75. $45, $30. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.

Family theater

Families will enjoy another musical adventure, “Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!” ripped from the pages of Mo Willems’ beloved children’s books, in its final weekend on the Long Island Children’s Museum stage, Saturday, June 22, 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Sunday, June 23, 2 p.m. Back by popular demand after a sold-out 2023 run, see Pigeon, Bus Driver, and some zany passengers sing and dance their way to help Pigeon find his “thing” in this upbeat comedy based on Willems’ popular Pigeon books.

Featuring a live band to bring the jazzy score to life, audiences will thoroughly enjoy singing and flapping along with The Pigeon and friends. The audience is part of the action, in this innovative mix of songs, silliness and feathers. It’s an ideal way to introduce kids to theater and the humorous stories from Willems’ books.

$10 with museum admission ($8 members), $14 theater only.

Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. (516) 224-5800 or LICM.org.

On exhibit Nassau County Museum of Art’s latest exhibition, “Urban Art Evolution,” is a comprehensive exhibit featuring a diverse range of compositions from the 1980s through the present by creators who were based in the rough and tumble downtown area of New York City known as Loisaida/LES (Lower East Side/East Village) and close surrounding neighborhoods.

Artists pushed the boundaries of what was considered “art” with a primary focus on street/graffiti art. The exhibit’s scope, guest curated by art collector/gallerist Christopher Pusey, offers an even broader view from other creative residents, who worked inside their studios but still contributed to the rich fabric of the downtown art scene from different vantage points and aesthetics.

Works include sculpture, paintings, photography, music, and ephemera from many noted and influential artists. On view through July 7. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.

A busy May for Sands New York

From the Long Island Marathon to Nassau County’s 125th Anniversary celebration, the Sands New York team has been busy in the Long Island community throughout the kick off of summer.

Here are just some of the events members from the Sands New York team attended and supported in May.

Sands New York Cheers On Runners at Long Island Marathon

The Jovia Long Island Marathon took place on May 3-5, 2024, from Charles Lindbergh Blvd. in Uniondale to Eisenhower Park in Meadow. The Sands New York team was proud to sponsor the event, and excited to have a team of runners in the race.

“The Long Island Marathon is a signature event for the region, and one that reaches people of all ages and abilities while raising awareness and funds for critically important causes,” said Sands Senior Vice President, Governor David Paterson. “Our team was excited and proud to cheer on all of the participants and we thank all of the event’s partners for creating a truly memorable weekend for Long Island families.”

Sands celebrates Mother’s Day at events with ABBA Leadership Center

The race’s starting line was on Charles Lindbergh Blvd next to the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. From there the route heads westward, passing many local landmarks such as RXR's Omni Building, the Mitchel Athletic Complex, the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum and Museum Row. The route loops around Nassau County and eventually leads back to the finish line in Eisenhower Park.

The Long Island Marathon was first run in the 1970s and was originally known as the "Earth Day Marathon." The 50th annual marathon weekend saw close to 12,500 people attending the weekend-long festivities. The final day of the marathon weekend featured a 1K Kids Fun Run, 5K Family Fun Run, 10K Race, Half Marathon and Marathon.

Sands New York sponsored the Able Body of Believers Alliance (ABBA) Annual Mother’s Day Celebration which honors the “SHE-ROES” of Hempstead. This year, honorees included Candace Aguirre-Holley, MelRose B. Corley, Biena Depena, Clarion Griffith, and Lashawn Lukes, with special keynote speaker Dr. Juliet S. McBride. The Mother’s Day event recognized mothers and wives of partners, sons and daughterswho are incarcerated. It aims to increase community awareness of the effects of imprisonment on families. Mothers were treated to a fun day of lunch, gifts, flowers, entertainment and much more.

“We are so proud to support the incredible work of ABBA, and we feel privileged to be here cheering on this community of mothers,” said Tracey Edwards,

Senior Vice President and Corporate Social Responsibility Officer for Sands New York. (ABBA) is a 501(C) (3) not-forprofit, faith-based organization that is located in Hempstead, New York. ABBA is dedicated to reaching out to individuals, both men and women, who find themselves caught within the complexities of the criminal justice system. Their primary goal is to combat the rate of recidivism by actively instilling hope and facilitating restoration among those affected by the pervasive cycles of multi-generational adversity and struggle. They diligently work to bring about hope and renewal to individuals impacted by long standing challenges, fostering a pathway towards positive change.

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Touching Hearts, Changing Lives Together Luncheon for Variety Child Learning Center

The Touching Hearts, Changing Lives Together Luncheon for Variety Child Learning Center (VCLC) at Crest Hollow Country Club brought together caretakers, parents, extended families, and community leadership to celebrate retired VCLC CEO Janice Friedman and retired VCLC CFO Andrea Rieger. Sands New York was

proud to sponsor the event and to support the mission of VCLC, which is to “promote the development, education, and inclusion of children with or at risk of disabilities in both the school setting and community.”

Sands wishes a big congratulations to Janice and Andrea, and the entire team at Variety Child Learning Center.

Long Island Hispanic Chamber of Commerce 18th Annual Latina Hat Luncheon

Tracey Edwards, Senior Vice President and Corporate Social Responsibility Officer for Sands New York was recognized with the Trailblazer Award at the Long Island Hispanic Chamber of Commerce 18th Annual Latina Hat Luncheon. The event celebrates Latina women who have made contributions to the community.

“The Long Island Hispanic Chamber of Commerce has been an instrumental organization to our region, working to ensure

that the voices of the Latino community are heard. Our values at Sands are deeply connected and closely aligned with the Chamber’s and we are committed to making sure that the opportunities that will come from this transformational development will be available and accessible to all,” said Edwards. “I am honored by today’s award, and am grateful to be here to celebrate so many incredible Latina women in our community.”

Sands New York Joins Nassau County to Celebrate 125 Years

The Sands New York team, led by Senior Vice President of Las Vegas Sands, and Former New York Governor David A. Paterson joined elected officials, community organizations, non-profit leaders, and County Executive Bruce Blakeman to celebrate the 125th Anniversary of Nassau County. Also in attendance were several Nassau Celebrities including pop icon Taylor Dayne.

Paterson said, “As someone who grew up in Nassau County - I am extraordinarily proud to join with our community to celebrate this milestone. We have made much progress, and we continue to strive for greatness each and every day. Thank you to all of our public servants and community advocates who continue to make Nassau a wonderful place to live.”

Roosevelt Chamber's Annual Unity Gala

The Roosevelt Chamber of Commerce Unity Gala Dinner, on May 17, was a true celebration of local business owners and all that they do for our community. The Sands New York team was honored to be on-site to recognize the impactful work achieved by the Chamber, and all of its members.

John Boyd, President of the

Roosevelt Chamber of Commerce said, “Congratulations to all the honorees who inspire us with their dedication and hard work. We are grateful to all of our partners, including Sands New York, for making the event a success—and we look forward to continuing the tremendous legacy of unity and progress in the Roosevelt community.”

Círculo de la Hispanidad 44th Anniversary Spring Gala

Sands New York was proud to support the Spring Gala for the 44th Anniversary of Círculo de la Hispanidad on May 17. Círculo de Hispanidad has been advocating for some of Nassau’s most vulnerable families while fighting to protect human and civil

rights for all. Their efforts have made a significant impact in the community, addressing issues such as economic development, education, leadership, health, and more. The Sands team is honored to support their mission.

HIA-LI Trade Show Features Sands New York procurement information sessions

For the second year in a row Sands New York was the Title Sponsor for the HIA-LI Annual Business-to-Business Trade Show and Conference, underscoring its continued commitment to fostering local business growth and economic development.

The 2024 trade show featured two Sands New York procurement information sessions designed to connect local businesses with Sands executives. This initiative aims to integrate local suppliers into Sands’ procurement process, opening doors to new business opportunities and fostering community engagement. In addition to the info sessions, Tracey Edwards gave opening remarks at the event celebrating the partnership between local business organizations and advocates and Sands New York.

Edwards said, “As this transformational project progresses, we recognize the diverse needs it entails, spanning construction and pre-construction support, technology, professional services, and food and beverage provisions. Long Island businesses must be first in line and fully equipped to seize these opportunities.”

This year marked the 36th year for the annual event, the largest of its kind on Long Island. It brought in over 4,000 attendees, including 78% decision-makers, alongside 300 exhibitors representing a broad spectrum of industries. The event serves as a critical platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and collaboration among the region’s business community.

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Honors Dorothy Goosby

Sands New York was proud to sponsor the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity and Blue S.T.A.R.S Foundation Inc. Mother's Day Brunch, honoring Dorothy Goosby, Deputy Supervisor Senior Councilwoman at the Town of Hempstead; Dr. Jean Phelps Director of Student Activities, CUNY- York College; Timyiaka Noel, Senior Parole Officer, NYS Dept. of Corrections & Community Supervision; Tiffany Davis-Nealy, Principal of the NYC Dept. of Education; and Pamela Davis, Sr. Director of Learning & Culture Planned Parenthood of Greater New York.

Tracey Edwards, Senior Vice President and Corporate Social Responsibility Officer for Sands New York said, “Congratulations to all the Phi Beta Sigma honorees,

and especially to our friend and partner Councilwoman Goosby who continues to be an absolute champion for the residents of the Town of Hempstead. We thank Phi Beta Sigma and the Blue S.T.A.R.S Foundation for all of the meaningful work they do throughout Nassau County.”

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Sands New York Gifts First Tee 140 Tickets to The Mizuho Americas Open at Liberty National Golf Course for Long Island’s Aspiring Golfers

As part of the Sands Cares Youth Empowerment Initiative, young golfers from across Long Island had a front-row seat to one of the LPGA’s top tournaments

Sands gifted 140 tickets to the students and families of First Tee to attend the Mizuho Americas Open at Liberty National Golf Course in New Jersey. The Mizuho Americas Open is known as a purpose-driven event that aims to promote women athletes and set new standards of competition and collaboration. This year it showcased the stars of today alongside the future of the game, with 120 LPGA players competing alongside 24 top-ranked junior girls on the American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) Tour, creating an unprecedented week of education and access to inspire the next generation of LPGA Tour players.

“The primary goals of the Sands Youth Cares Empowerment Initiative include providing young people with access to great role models, unique learning opportunities, and the resources they need to make positive contributions to their communities,” said Ron Reese, Senior Vice President at Las Vegas Sands. “By partnering once again with First Tee, we continue to give new energy and motivation to some of Long Island’s future golfers to learn new skills and reach for their dreams.”

As an Official Partner of the Mizuho Americas Open, Sands gifted the tickets to First Tee to distribute to its students and parents. First Tee New York serves students ages 7-18 from Hempstead, Uniondale, East Meadow, Garden City and other local communities, helping them to build character, instill life-enhancing values and promote healthy choices through the game

of golf, with a focus on serving minority and underprivileged youth. Sands New York and First Tee originally partnered in September for a youth clinic featuring Two-Time Major Champion Golfer Collin Morikawa.

“Exposing our students to the very best in their respective field, in particular when they get to experience world-class venues such as Liberty National, is paramount to our mission of developing life skills and educational opportunities through golf. The opportunity to show youth from our community what is possible for them in life through role models such as the awe-inspiring LPGA players is a key objective to perhaps give them a dream to

chase, and allows them to think in ways they may not have otherwise. We are so grateful to Sands for making this possible and enhancing the special experiences First Tee is able to provide to students who may not have access to these opportunities otherwise,” First Tee executive director Matt Rawitzer said.

Sands established the Sands Cares Youth Empowerment Initiative as part of its global priority on youth education and mentoring. Creating opportunities for today’s youth builds tomorrow’s leaders and supports the company’s overarching goal of helping sustain thriving communities that are great places to live, work and visit.

Launched in 2023 and specifically created for Long Island, the initiative has hosted a session with soccer stars David Beckham and Carli Lloyd and local soccer clubs, an appearance by former New York Jet D’Brickashaw Ferguson at the annual banquet for Uniondale Knights Youth Football, and a visit by 1969 World Series-winning Miracle Met Art Shamsky with local little leagues and baseball clubs.

Sands is fully committed to Long Island as a future home if it is successful in winning a downstate New York gaming license, with plans to build a world-class destination resort that works hand-in-hand with the community to drive positive impact through Sands Cares. who we are:

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Barnaby Bye

The band returns to My Father’s Place, Saturday, June 29, 8 p.m. Come celebrate the music, the memories and the good times with Billy, Bobby, Peppy and Mike! Doors open at 6 p.m., concert is at 8 p.m. 221 Old Northern Blvd., Roslyn,. For tickets/information, visit MFPProductions.com or call (516) 580-0887.

Rainbow Run 5K

Show support for Pride

For Youth, a Division of Long Island Crisis Center, at The Rainbow Run 5K at Eisenhower Park on Saturday, June 22, starting at 9 a.m. The cost to compete is $30, which includes a t-shirt and a Finisher Medal. For more information, visit Events.EliteFeats.com or call (516) 531-3323.

Summer sounds

Visit Eisenhower Park for its Noontime Concert series, Wednesday, June 26, noon-2 p.m. The Long Island Harmonizers perform four-part barbershop a cappella. Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, Eisenhower Park, East Meadow. Their repertoire ranges from traditional barbershop to the Great American Songbook and Elton John. Bring seating. For information, visit NassaucCountyNY.gov.

Pet Adoption Program

Adopt your “fur-ever” friend this summer. There’s no better time to adopt a new pet than during the ”summer of love” at the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter. Now through Sept. 1, all pet adoption fees are waived and include free spaying/ neutering, vaccinations and microchipping. There is a $10 license fee for dogs. Check out the friendly faces of the dogs and cats before stepping foot in the shelter online at HempsteadNY. gov/179/Animal-Shelter or on the shelter’s Facebook page at Hempstead Town Animal Shelter. For more information, contact (516) 785-5220.

Uniondale Junior Friends

Uniondale Junior Friends invite teens in grades 6 through 12 to join in their peer-led meetings, Fridays, 4:305:30 p.m. Discuss upcoming events, share ideas and learn about community service opportunities. 400 Uniondale Ave. For more information, visit UniondaleLibrary.org or call (516) 489-2220.

Having an event?

All-Star Comedy Show

Governor’s Comedy Clubs and GovsRadio.com present a rare opportunity to see many of their best weekend comics on one night, at The Brokerage Bellmore, on Thursday, June 20, starting at 8 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Only ages 16 and over. Two item minimum per person. $14 general admission. 2797 Merrick Road. For more information, visit Brokerage. Govs.com.

Long Island Police Support Run

Walk or run to support men and women in local law enforcement at Eisenhower Park, Thursday, June 27. The David Lerner Association’s Long Island Police Appreciation Run 5K kicks off at 7 p.m., rain or shine, in Eisenhower Park Field 2. This event is presented by the Greater Long Island Running Club, visit GLIRC.org for more information.

Items on The Scene page are listed free of charge. The Herald welcomes listings of upcoming events, community meetings and items of public interest. All submissions should include date, time and location of the event, cost, and a contact name and phone number. Submissions can be emailed to thescene@liherald.com.

Film Screening

Visit Nassau County Museum of Art for a viewing of “Wild Style,” a 1983 film regarded as the first hip-hop movie, Saturday, June 29, 3 p.m.

A hybrid project that exists as both a musical and a documentary, the film features hip-hop pioneers of the period, including Fred “Fab Five Freddy” Brathwaite, Lee Quiñones, Lady Pink, The Rock Steady Crew, The Cold Crush Brothers, Queen Lisa Lee of Zulu Nation, Grandmaster Flash, and Zephyr, who play themselves in a loosely scripted story shot entirely in the South Bronx, the Lower East Side, and MTA subway yards. A Q&A follows with director Charlie Ahearn and critic-curator, Carlo McCormick. Seating is limited and reservations required. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.

Breastfeeding Support Group

Mercy Hospital offers a peer to peer meeting for breastfeeding support and resources, facilitated by a certified breastfeeding counselor, every Thursday , 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Bring your baby (from newborn to 1 year) to the informal group setting. All new moms are welcome, regardless of delivering hospital. Registration required. Call breastfeeding counselor, Gabriella Gennaro, at (516) 705-2434 to secure you and your baby’s spot. Mercy Hospital, St. Anne’s Building, 1000 North Village Ave., Rockville Centre. For information visit CHSLI.org.

Teen Chess Club

Kids in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to join Uniondale Library’s Teen Chess Club, Fridays, 4-5:30 p.m. Interested in playing Chess with other Teens? Not sure how? Former Junior Friends member Mr. Raynor is here to help. Registration required. 400 Uniondale Ave. Register at UniondaleLibrary.org or call (516) 489-2220.

Celebrate Israel

Salute Israel, while welcoming Eisenhower Park’s summer concert season, at the annual Celebrate Israel concert, presented by Jewish Community Relations Council of Long Island, Sunday, June 30, 6 p.m. Israeli superstar Raviv Kaner performs. Bring seating. Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, Eisenhower Park, East Meadow. For more information, visit Facebook.com/jcrcli.

Public Notices

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF NASSAU WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT AS TRUSTEE FOR CARLSBAD FUNDING MORTGAGE TRUST, Plaintiff AGAINST SATURIN THOMAS, ET AL., Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered April 13, 2018, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 1, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 727 BECK STREET, UNIONDALE (T/O HEMPSTEAD), NY 11553. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 50, Block 132, Lot 38-40. Approximate amount of judgment $309,661.82 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #008552/2016. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine”. Joy S. Bunch, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 16-001926 80317 146914

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE RMAC TRUST, SERIES 2016-CTT, Plaintiff AGAINST MICHAEL MCKENZIE AKA MICHAEL L. MCKENZIE, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered June 27, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 2, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 674 HENRY STREET, UNIONDALE, NY 11553.

All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Uniondale, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 50, Block 119, Lot 552, 553, 554, 555, 556. Approximate amount of judgment $518,021.92 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #611774/2017. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine”. John G. Kennedy, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 18-003000 80729 146912

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LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC, -againstLIDIA CASTILLO, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE TO THE ESTATE OF AZUCENA GARCIA, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on April 25, 2024, wherein NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC is the Plaintiff and LIDIA CASTILLO, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE TO THE ESTATE OF AZUCENA GARCIA, 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 July 10, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 120 STANTON BOULEVARD, UNIONDALE, NY 11553; and the following tax map identification: 36-119-279, 280 & 478. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT UNIONDALE, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 000970/2008. Peter Levy, 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. 147261 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for Structured Asset Securities Corporation, SASCO Mortgage Loan Trust 2002-12, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series 2002-12, Plaintiff AGAINST Oneil Davis aka Oneil A. Davis; Geneva Jerman aka Geneva Jermain; Myrtle Belle Jerman aka Myrtlebelle Jerman aka Myrtle Belle Jermain, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered March 9, 2020, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 15, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 728 Tower Court, Uniondale, NY 11553. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section: 50. Block: 124 Lot: 33. Approximate amount of judgment $324,855.14 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #004348/2016. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 Protocols located on the Office of Court Administration (OCA) website (https://ww2.nycourts.gov /Admin/oca.shtml) and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine”. For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832. Christine M. Grillo, Esq, Referee

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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Section 202-48 of the code of the Town of Hempstead entitled, “Handicapped Parking on Public Streets,” a public hearing will be held in the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on the 2nd day of July, 2024, at 10:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day, to consider the adoption of a resolution setting aside certain parking spaces for motor vehicles for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons at the following locations:

EAST MEADOW

BELLMORE ROAD - east side, starting at a point 18 feet opposite the southwest curbline of 1st Avenue, north for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-246/24)

ELMONT 116th ROAD - south side, starting at a point 113 feet west opposite the northwest curbline of 239th Street, west for a distance of 18 feet.

(TH-225/24)

JAMES STREET - south side, starting at a point 216 feet east of the east curbline of Butler Boulevard, east for a distance of 20 feet.

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EMERSON STREET - south side, starting at a point 250 feet east of the east curbline of Liberty Street, east for a distance of 20 feet.

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ALL PERSONS INTERESTED shall have an opportunity to be heard on said proposal at the time and place aforesaid.

Dated: June 18, 2024 Hempstead, New BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD York OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD

DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. Supervisor

KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 147495

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC

HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and Municipal Home Rule of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing will be held in the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington

Street, Hempstead, New York, on the 2nd day of July, 2024, at 10:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day to consider the enactment of a local law to amend Section 197-5 of the code of the Town of Hempstead to INCLUDE “ARTERIAL STOPS” at the following locations:

FRANKLIN SQUARE

THIRD AVENUE (TH 224/24) - STOP - All traffic traveling east bound on Sheila Court shall come to a full stop.

LEVITTOWN

FLINT LANE (TH 223/24)STOP -All traffic traveling east bound on Silo Lane shall come to a full stop.

ROOSEVELT

ANDREWS AVENUE (TH 222/24) - STOP - All traffic traveling east bound on Cumberland Avenue shall come to a full stop.

WANTAGH FOREST LAKE

BOULEVARD (TH 228/24)

- STOP - All traffic traveling west bound on Eaton Road East shall come to a full stop.

FOREST LAKE

BOULEVARD (TH 228/24)

- STOPAll traffic traveling east bound on Eaton Road East shall come to a full stop.

ALL PERSONS INTERESTED shall have an opportunity to be heard on said proposal at the time and place aforesaid. Dated: June 18, 2024 Hempstead, New BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD York OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. Supervisor

KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 147494

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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU

WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR ABFC 2005-HE2 TRUST ABFC ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-HE2, -againstROSE-DENE WRIGHT, ET AL.

NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on May 6, 2024, wherein WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR ABFC 2005-HE2 TRUST ABFC ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-HE2 is the Plaintiff and ROSE-DENE WRIGHT, 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 July 23, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 281

ANCHOR WAY, UNIONDALE, NY 11553; and the following tax map identification: 50-338-21.

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT EAST HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 606656/2017. George Esernio, 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.

This notice is only for new cases in Roosevelt within Town of Hempstead jurisdiction. There are additional cases in different hamlets, towns and villages on the Board of Appeals calendar. The full calendar is available a t https://hempsteadny.gov/ 509/Board-of-Appeals The internet address of the website streaming for this meeting is https://hempsteadny.gov/ 576/Live-Streaming-Video Interested parties may appear at the above time and place. At the call of the Chairman, the Board will consider decisions on the foregoing and those on the Reserve Decision calendar and such other matters as may properly come before it. 147480

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147517 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, Second Floor, Hempstead, New York on 06/26/2024 at 2:00 P.M. to consider the following applications and appeals:

THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 2:00 P.M. 443/24. ROOSEVELTTonya Williams, Variances, sub-division of lot, lot area, front width from & on street line to front setback line, lot area occupied, side yards, maintain dwelling & cottage on a lesser lot (demolish existing garage)., N/s E. Centennial Ave., 680’ W/o Hansom Pl., a/k/a 29 E. Centennial Ave. 444/24. ROOSEVELTVerdeland Homes, Inc., Variances, sub-division of lot, lot area, front width from & on street line to front setback line, lot area occupied, construct dwelling with garage, N/s E. Centennial Ave., 720’ W/o Hansom Pl. ALL PAPERS PERTAINING TO THE ABOVE HEARING ARE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT THE BOARD OF APPEALS, TOWN HALL, 1 WASHINGTON STREET, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550.

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF NASSAU UMB BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS LEGAL TITLE TRUSTEE FOR LVS TITLE TRUST XIII, Plaintiff, v. ANY UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, DISTRIBUTEES OR SUCCESSORS IN THE INTEREST OF THE LATE RACHEL R. SMITH A/K/A RACHEL SMITH, ET AL, Defendants. NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT

In pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the Office of the County Clerk of Nassau County on February 15, 2024, I, Ralph J. Madalena, Esq., the Referee named in said Judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on July 25, 2024 at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Ct. Dr., Mineola, NY 11501, at 3:00PM the premises described as follows: 50 Argyle Avenue Uniondale, NY 11553

SBL. No.: 36-121-477 & 478

ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND situate in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York.

The premises are sold subject to the provisions of the filed judgment, Index No. 009887/2015 in the amount of $276,857.16 plus interest and costs. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the Court System’s COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale.

SUPREME COURT. NASSAU COUNTY. MTAG, AS CUSTODIAN FOR ALTERNA FUNDING I, LLC, Pltf. vs. DANIEL C. BROWN, et al, Defts. Index #002241/2017. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered Nov. 23, 2022, I will sell at public auction on North Side steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on July 25, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. premises k/a 371 First Place, Uniondale, NY a/k/a School District 2, Section 50, Block 109, Lot 6. Approximate amount of judgment is $21,571.20 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. ADRIENNE FLIPSE HAUSCH, Referee. BRONSTER, LLP, Attys. for Pltf., 156 West 56th Street, Ste. 703, New York, NY 10019. File No. 700999.132 - #101512 147519

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION , AS TRUSTEE OF THE CHALET SERIES IV TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. PAUL CHABAK, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on April 16, 2024, 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 July 25, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 1172 Warwick Street, Town of Hempstead, NY 11553 a/k/a 1172 Warwick Street, Uniondale, NY 11553. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 50, Block 36 and Lot 96. Approximate amount of judgment is $516,927.41 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #606784/2019. 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.

Uniondale school ensembles celebrate NYSSMA success

intendent Monique Darrisaw-Akil stated in a news press release. “We are proud of the distinction they bring to our district and their exemplary representation of Uniondale’s commitment to excellence in the arts.”

The Turtle Hook Middle School String Orchestra, under the direction of Cynthia McGinnis, earned Gold with Distinction, the highest possible rating. The honor goes to groups that demonstrate an exceptional level of technical and artistic skill, as noted on the NYSSMA website. Uniondale High School’s Knight Time Jazz Band and Concert Band, under the direction of Colton Wynter and Joe Boardman, also achieved Gold with Distinction ratings for their performances.

The Lawrence Road Middle School Band, directed by Marc John Delosso, received a Gold rating, signifying a performance of excellent quality with only minor technical or musical issues. The Uniondale High Select Strings Orchestra, led by Sapphire Aupont, also earned a Gold rating.

“For so many groups in one year to be able to go to NYSSMA Majors is completely outstanding,” Kelvin Jenkins, the district’s director of fine and performing arts for the past 15 years, said.

Jenkins said he was proud to see such high achievements in his final year before his retirement.

The district’s musical programs have come a long way since Jenkins started. Years ago, participation was “abysmal,” he said. But as new teachers spread their enthusiasm, students became more involved in their musical studies and began taking them more seriously.

“We’ve had parents and grandparents who went through the school system, and they all participated in the arts, whether it’s music or visual arts, and they have an investment,” Jenkins said. “They love to see their children achieve.”

According to Jenkins, the students typically receive the music for the NYSSMA Festival after the holiday season, and begin practicing it daily to prepare for the event. This year only the middle and high school took part, but Uniondale’s elementary schools have performed in the past as well, he said.

NYSSMA’s mission is to “advance music education across New York State” through its program, according to the website. Performers and ensembles showcase their talents in front of experienced adjudicators who are accomplished musicians and teachers.

The Uniondale ensembles participated in the “majors” category, which is for larger groups. Small groups, from soloists up to quintets, or groups of five, have their own category.

Performers are divided into six levels of difficulty based on their musical

skills, and their chosen musical pieces reflect their abilities. They are evaluated on criteria including tone quality, dynamics, expression, articulation, note accuracy and rhythmic precision.

“Uniondale has a legacy of an excellent program,” Jenkins said. “It’s very much culturally grounded in the community. I have no doubt that it will continue to be a thriving music program here as long as the community continues to support it.”

Alana Peterson shares college, career advice with students

not making something of themselves and disappointing their families.

She joked with the students, finding common ground in favorite foods, basketball players, and current and former teachers. In turn, the students opened up about their passions and their hopes for future careers, from fashion and art to the medical field and the military.

Students appeared to be thoroughly engaged in Peterson’s presentation, answering her questions and even ask-

ing some of their own, like how to apply her advice to their own lives.

“It’s very empowering, because it’s hard going to this school sometimes, and knowing somebody made it out of here successfully makes me feel better, and like I can do more,” seventh-grader Kayli Watson said of hearing Peterson’s story.

Peterson is one of many guest speakers Joseph Merolle, the school counselor, has brought in who fit the theme of career education. Merolle works to connect “the world of school and the work-

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COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, REVERSE MORTGAGE FUNDING LLC, Plaintiff, vs. ROSE BROWN, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on December 6, 2022 and an Order duly entered on May 22, 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 July 23, 2024 at 2:00

p.m., premises known as 79 Mount Joy Avenue, Freeport, NY 11520. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Freeport, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 55, Block 398 and Lots 332-334. Approximate amount of judgment is $312,021.34 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #609848/2019. This foreclosure sale will be

steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale. Mark Ricciardi, Esq., Referee Greenspoon Marder, 590 Madison Avenue, Suite 1800, New York, NY 10022, Attorneys for Plaintiff 147527

ing world,” he said, in students’ lives, helping them prepare for making a living — and making the world a better place.

“My role here is to try to get each student to realize that the reason why we’re working so hard here is so we can move the learning towards a career,” he added.

Speakers typically attend eighthgrade classes, but Dorian Segure welcomed Peterson into the seventh-grade Law, Ethics, and Civics classes.

“I think what she is offering is essential to the development of every young man and young woman at this middle school,” Segure said.

Peterson also reconnected with some of the teachers who made a lasting impact on her. One of them was her former math teacher, Warren Knecht, who was happy to hear about her success and the wisdom she was able to share with students.

“It’s very rewarding as a teacher,” Knecht said. “A person like Alana, who’s a regular face, really means a lot to the kids.”

The Uniondale High School Select Strings Orchestra at the New York State School Music Association Majors Festival on May 28.

Former Alverta B. Gray Schultz Middle School student Alana Peterson, right, with her former math teacher, Warren Knecht, left, school counselor Joseph Merolle and seventh-grader Kayli Watson.

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Different answers from everyone we ask

Q. We’ve been interviewing contractors and architects to get an idea about adding a double dormer to our home. The conversations about what to do, how long it should take and the cost are just all over the place. How long should it take, and how much should a double dormer cost to build? Some contractors said they needed to see plans, and that they could personally get the permit in a day or two, and some architects gave us wild time frames that seem ridiculous, like a year or more from start to finish.

A. Sounds like you already have the answers, which is not a good thing. This isn’t like ordering a meal in a restaurant and expecting that it will be perfect or you can send it back. Construction projects are complicated.

First, there are regulations. I hear more and more from people that they want to try to avoid permits, which is a bad idea, but I know many contractors who are ready to work under the radar because it isn’t their problem, it’s yours, if a neighbor complains or an inspector drops by.

Once a permit is finally issued, it has been my experience that everyone forgets what it took to get permission to build, which is possibly part of the time you aren’t taking into account. The typical scenario is that you wait months for the architect to satisfy whatever notes and information the plan reviewer is asking for. Even if your architect fulfills each request for more information in a day or two, it can still take more time for the next reply from the official.

Examiners do not use the same criteria for what should be noted in plans, and some will ask for more than others. It isn’t uncommon for an examiner to ask to have information removed from plans that another examiner requested. That’s just the way it is.

The architect is generally to blame for delays. Then the project is finally given the go-ahead, but insurance papers and license numbers for the contractor, plumber and electrician have to match what is on file with the authority. When they don’t, this causes more delays, so it’s important to make sure the contractor you hire gathers the full set of acceptable insurance documents and license numbers ahead of time instead of delaying the project even longer.

This is very common and avoidable. It also causes delays when you have pools, sheds, fences, decks, hot tubs or central air condensers that never received a permit. All need permits in most jurisdictions, and further delay can cause arguments over the extra cost.

And speaking of cost, your description of a “double dormer” is just a simplified version of what it really is. It doesn’t cost less to call it that. You are constructing a second-floor addition or making a half second floor into a full second floor. It will take the next column to explain cost. Stay tuned.

© 2024 Monte Leeper

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Cricket brings Nassau into the international spotlight

Like almost every Long Islander, until recently I had no knowledge of or interest in cricket.

Now that the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in Eisenhower Park has been such a success, I can certainly attest to the intense devotion and loyalty cricket fans have to their sport, how popular cricket is in other corners of the world and why it was such a great victory for Nassau County to host the tournament, drawing worldwide attention and acclaim. I had the opportunity, early on, to observe up close the effort that went into making the World Cup the success that it became. The anticipated difficulties and challenges were many and complex. For starters, a 34,000-seat stadium had to be constructed at Eisenhower Park in barely three months before the first official match on

June 3. The hastily built structure, put together like an Erector Set, then had to be deconstructed and removed within 10 days after the Long Island phase of the tournament concluded on June 12.

The construction of the stadium was only the beginning. There were the almost certain traffic jams expected on Hempstead Turnpike and surrounding streets during the morning rush hour. The park would open at 8:30 a.m., and the starting time for each match would be 10:30. Cars would have to be parked at the Nassau Coliseum. The main entrance to Eisenhower Park would be off Merrick Avenue, and would be reached by thousands of fans either on foot — a walk of over a half-mile from the Coliseum — or by shuttle bus.

Tdown all possible terrorist threats. This potential danger was amplified when, just days before the first practice match on June 1, ISIS posted a threat on social media calling for an attack on the World Cup.

he IndiaPakistan match alone drew more than a billion TV viewers.

There were also myriad terrorismrelated issues, which required having enough magnetometers to scan everyone entering the park, doing background checks on all vendors and their employees, and monitoring and tracking

Fortunately, County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder had initiated a sophisticated counterterrorism effort months earlier, involving federal, state and local law-enforcement agencies — the Nassau County Police Department, the FBI, the Joint Terrorism Task Force, the Department of Homeland Security, the State Police and the NYPD as well as Suffolk County, MTA, Port Authority and Garden City police working seamlessly together. At the facility itself, there were helicopters overhead, undercover officers and bomb-sniffing dogs on the ground, and sharpshooters strategically positioned around the stadium.

When the time came, everything worked. The intense planning paid off.

Tackling health disparities affecting Black

people of color in New York state have a vastly different experience navigating the health care system than their white counterparts. From challenges accessing care and disparate health outcomes to higher death rates and premature deaths, the urgency of this crisis cannot be understated.

Black Americans disproportionately face adverse health outcomes. These inequities are well documented:

Black Americans are 60 percent more likely to be diagnosed with diabetes and twice as likely to die of the disease. Black adults are 30 percent more likely to have high blood pressure, increasing their risk for heart disease and stroke. These aren’t just data points — health disparities are a matter of life and death, and we desperately need better health systems to protect Black Americans.

Unfortunately, these patterns are consistent across New York state. Black Long Islanders have the lowest life expectancy of all Long Island residents. Decades of institutional racism and environmental injustice have contributed to these stark inequalities: From

proximity to industrial sites, highways and other sources of pollution to economic disparities and lack of access to quality health care, Black Long Islanders face unacceptable barriers to achieving and maintaining good health.

As an Assembly member and the chair of the Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic & Asian Legislative Caucus, I am continuously advocating for Nassau County’s communities of color that are impacted the most by these inequalities. The state’s fiscal year 2025 budget makes historic investments in health care that ensure that more people have access to quality services. For example, the budget provides $800 million to save our safety-net hospitals and eliminates all copays for insulin. We also secured funding to continue expanding doula access through the new Community Doula Expansion program, which builds on our efforts to prioritize maternal health care in the State Legislature.

TReduction Act have given millions of New Yorkers health insurance and saved more than 75,000 people hundreds of dollars on insulin with the $35 cap. Yet there are still members of Congress working tirelessly to repeal the ACA and the IRA, slash health funding and revoke access to health care for those who need it most.

he state budget offers help, but too many in Congress don’t seem to care.

These issues are a matter of life or death, and our representatives in Washington must fight to expand access to affordable, quality care for all by overcoming historic inequalities to deliver impactful health care improvements for people of color. Policies like the Affordable Care Act and the Inflation

There were no security incidents or traffic jams. The India-Pakistan match alone drew a capacity crowd of 34,000 — the largest ever for a cricket match in the United States — and more than a billion television viewers worldwide, more than three times the size of a Super Bowl audience. There were watch parties at Citi Field and Cedar Creek Park, in Wantagh. All told, the matches attracted more than 150,000 enthusiastic fans who enjoyed themselves and rooted their teams on without incident.

Increased business at restaurants, hotels, motels, stores and shops brought in tens of millions of dollars in sales and lodging tax revenues. Probably most important, though, will be the intangible but very real value of Nassau County’s success on the world stage before a previously unreached audience. Taking on this challenge and getting it done is a credit to Blakeman’s leadership and the professionalism of the NCPD and its law enforcement partners. Job well done!

Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.

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I recently met with Long Island health care professionals and community advocates to discuss what they see on the ground. The challenges Black residents face when seeking care are extensive, from missing appointments due to lack of transportation to medical facilities or difficulties accessing medical information. New mothers often lack access to the vital education needed during pregnancy to prepare them as they get closer to giving birth. Unexpected hospital stays lead to job loss and additional stressors among marginalized communities, sometimes dissuading patients from seeking care in the first place.

These challenges are pressing and require our attention, but too many in Congress have turned a blind eye to tackling these health disparities. The improvements that the ACA and the IRA have made to our health care system have created significant savings for seniors and families amid the afford-

ability crisis. If these historic improvements in health care are overturned or weakened, thousands of Long Islanders, including many people of color, would be at risk of losing the security these laws provide them. Without affordable health care, many of our residents would be forced to choose between paying for groceries and paying for their prescriptions.

I’ve long advocated protecting affordable and accessible health care for all New Yorkers, including Black and Brown residents who experience sobering inequities. My responsibility to promote the health and well-being of my constituents drives me to continue to improve health outcomes through sensible policy that enhances quality of life for everyone. The state budget investments, alongside the federal ACA and IRA, are the result of bold decisions that improve health care for millions of New Yorkers.

We can’t turn back the clock and undermine federal and state policies that make a real difference in our fight to combat health disparities and improve health care for all Long Islanders. We must put the needs of our constituents first and promote the health and well-being of all our people, especially those who have been left behind for too long.

Michaelle Solages represents the 22nd Assembly Distric, and chairs the Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic & Asian Legislative Caucus.

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Juneteenth is a time for reflection,

observed every year on June 19, Juneteenth marks a pivotal moment in American history the end of slavery here in the United States.

While many of us might associate the Emancipation Proclamation issued by President Abraham Lincoln at the height of the Civil War in 1863 with the abolition of slavery, the horrific practice itself didn’t end until June 19, 1865, when the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, learned they were free.

Juneteenth signifies not just the end of slavery, but the triumph of freedom over oppression, resilience over despair.

Living on Long Island, we might feel removed from this piece of history geographically and culturally. It was the South that had slaves, after all. But it wasn’t always that way.

Even before New York was New York, the Dutch West India Co. “purchased” 11 men from Africa they wanted to use in their New Amsterdam colony for both public projects and defense, according to research by Hofstra University. At first, these men were considered employees of

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Not OK with Trump endorsing D’Esposito

To the Editor:

I was so disappointed to read that U.S. Rep. Anthony D’Esposito is happy about receiving Donald Trump’s endorsement (“D’Esposito picks up big endorsement from Trump,” June 6-12).

I mistakenly thought that D’Esposito was among the Republicans who are trying to bring the party back to a time when a candidate’s moral conduct mattered. Is he now OK with having a president who disrespects the laws of our country, while preaching law and order for the rest of us? Is he OK with having a millionaire president who has been convicted of cheating our country out of the taxes that the rest of us must pay?

Is D’Esposito OK with having a president who illegally takes, and refuses to return, highly classified documents after leaving office and lies about it? Is he OK with having a president who has been found guilty of sexually violating a woman?

Is D’Esposito OK with having a president who refuses to accept the outcome of an election, even after countless court cases affirm the results? Is he OK with having a commander in chief of our armed forces who has called people in our armed forces “suckers,” and has said

Dutch West India, but it wasn’t long before their roles were redefined as “chattel property” and “servants for life.”

By the time the Colonies went to war for their independence, 20,000 slaves were kept in New York — more than all of the New England colonies combined. No one should ever own another human being. Full stop. And the lessons of Juneteenth teach us that freedom is not merely the absence of chains, but the presence of opportunity, equity and justice. Despite the progress made since 1865, we continue to witness disparities in education, employment and housing issues that affect communities here in Nassau County as well as nationwide. By honoring Juneteenth, we acknowledge these challenges, and renew our commitment to addressing them.

Juneteenth also provides an opportunity for education and reflection. It’s a period for all of us — regardless of race — to learn about the deep-rooted history of slavery and its lasting impacts. And it’s a reminder of delayed justice and the continued struggle for equality.

Long Island may seem far from the

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fields of Texas, but our own history as part of the greater New York City area — is interwoven with stories of African American resilience and contributions. From the early African American settlements in Sag Harbor to the cultural impacts of influential figures like Jackie Robinson — who lived for a number of years in neighboring Queens and the legacy of the Harlem Renaissance spilling into our neighborhoods, Long Island has its chapters of African American history that reflect broader national narratives of struggle and achievement.

Juneteenth is more than a historical milestone. It’s a living testament to the enduring spirit of freedom and equality. For all of us here on Long Island, embracing Juneteenth means recognizing our shared history, acknowledging our ongoing struggles, and celebrating the contributions of African Americans to our collective heritage.

Let us use this week to reflect, educate and unite — ensuring that the legacy of Juneteenth continues to inspire and guide us toward a more just and inclusive future.

that prisoners of war like John McCain aren’t heroes if they got caught?

Is D’Esposito OK with having a president who disdains science and tells us that global warming is a hoax? Is he OK with having a president who encourages vigilante justice with phrases like “Lock her up!” about an opponent?

Is D’Esposito OK with having a president

whose fiery words encouraged people to attack our Capitol to stop the certification of an election that he lost, and who now calls them heroes? Is he OK with having a president who speaks admiringly of dictators and is OK with Vladimir Putin’s takeover of Ukraine? Is he OK with having a president who, even now, while out of office, tells his followers to block any bipartisan legislation that

opinions Fighting antisemitism and hate needs to start early

as a former Board of Education member and president in the Long Beach school district who has worked to provide a safe and more inclusive environment for our students, I am gravely concerned about the unprecedented escalation of antisemitism on our college campuses that many young Jewish people in our community will be facing in just a couple of months.

An Anti-Defamation League and Hillel International survey found that Jewish college students feel significantly less safe since Oct. 7, and that more than 75 percent are dissatisfied with their schools’ response to antisemitism.

The study also found that 73 percent of Jewish college students, and 44 percent of non-Jewish students, have experienced or witnessed antisemitism since the start of the 2023-24 school year.

Subsequently, the ADL published its Campus Antisemitic Report Card in April, in which it assessed 85 of the top national and liberal arts colleges in the U.S. with the highest Jewish student populations. Grades were assigned to public and private schools based on “Jewish life on campus,” antisemitic incidents, and how the administration addressed those

incidents and took action to fight antisemitism. None of the 14 New York schools included in the report received an A grade. Four received D’s and two received F’s. The schools ranked as follows:

• Barnard College: D

• CUNY Brooklyn: B

• Columbia University: D

• Cornell University: D

• Hofstra University: B

• Ithaca College: B

• New York University: C

• SUNY Albany: C

• SUNY Binghamton: B

• SUNY New Paltz: D

• SUNY Purchase: F

• SUNY Rockland

Community College: F

• Syracuse University: C

• Queens College: C

we got high school kids involved in the Holocaust project Names, Not Numbers.

During what should be one of the most hopeful times in young people’s lives, they should feel excited and secure about taking the next step in their future, not fearful of what may await them on college campuses.

During my tenure as school board president, the Long Beach district began taking part in Names, Not Numbers, an interactive media Holocaust film documentary project. Created by Tova FishRosenberg, Names, Not Numbers brings students out of the classroom and into

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would improve the problems at our border? Is being convicted of a felony OK for a president?

I would think that no candidate of any party would be proud to be endorsed by a person who exhibits so many examples of immoral and illegal behavior. Our schools and villages like to put up signs that say, “Character Counts.” But the support of Donald Trump by many Republicans, like Anthony D’Esposito, reveals that, for them, character really doesn’t count at all.

ELAINE RAUCH Lynbrook

Did the Grand Central project cripple the MTA?

To the Editor:

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority project connecting the Long Island Rail Road to Grand Central Terminal was projected to cost $4 billion, according to the MTA. When it was completed, the cost had risen to $11 billion, some $7 billion over the MTA’s esti-

the lives of people who lived through the history being taught about the Holocaust. This past year, I was proud of our Long Beach High School students, Jewish and non-Jewish alike, who interviewed Holocaust survivors and created their own documentary, which was shown at a well-attended screening and will be used in the school’s curriculum. Programs like these are the cornerstone of combating the disturbing rise in antisemitism and all forms of marginalization, by providing education and awareness at a young age.

Fighting antisemitism must start before students enter college. This year’s legislative session in Albany has come to a close without legislation in place to address this vital issue. As a candidate for the State Assembly, it is my goal to work on comprehensive, bipartisan, statewide legislation against antisemitism that will bring education, awareness, accountability and action.

Legislation to combat antisemitism at the state level should:

Ensure that school systems are following state mandates to teach about the Holocaust, and add studies of contemporary antisemitism to the curriculum.

Provide state funding and support for educational programs like the ADL’s No Place for Hate.

Ensure that college codes of conduct for faculty and students include discussion of antisemitism.

Ensure that college administrators are held accountable for enforcing these codes of conduct and are responsible for the safety of Jewish students. The same protections against discrimination offered to other groups must be offered to Jewish students as well. This includes revoking funding for student groups that support terrorism or call for violence.

Ensure that hate crimes are investigated and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

Continue providing state funding for security at houses of worship and religious institutions.

Ensure that state-mandated diversity, equity and inclusion programs include antisemitism awareness.

Provide resources to work with federal investigators on the infiltration of campus groups by outside agitators.

Putting this legislation in place will empower Jewish young people and allies to work toward creating a future climate of inclusivity without antisemitism and all other forms of hate.

Tina Posterli is a former member of the Long Beach City Council, a former president of the Board of Education and a candidate for the Assembly in District 20.

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The question that needs to be asked is why this project became an MTA priority over so many others that seemed to need more urgent attention from the agency. Getting Long Islanders to Grand Central didn’t seem urgent: They could take a shuttle from Penn Station to Grand Central. But the people along Second Avenue still had no transportation for many years. New cars were needed on Metro North and the LIRR. New signal systems were needed; track work was needed. So why did the Grand Central Terminal move ahead of so many other urgent projects?

The MTA said that congestion pricing is the be-all and end-all to solve New York City’s traffic congestion. Many New Yorkers aren’t believing the MTA’s revenue projections. Had the stockholders of a company found out that the CEO and board of directors approved of a project that went $7 billion over the initial estimate, they would have been fired.

It’s good that congestion pricing is halted. There’s good reason not to trust the MTA.

RICHARD T. DeVITO Long Beach

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