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LIVING IN LYNBROOK / EAST ROCKAWAY 2022-2023 4 www.liherald.com FEATURED Greis Park Take in some of the sights and sounds 13 Atlantic Avenue Lynbrook's central business corridor 20 On the waterfront A lively scene in East Rockaway 32 Chamber Letter 6 Chamber of Commerce .................................................... 37-38 Clubs and Organization 16 Did you Know East Rockaway 10 Did you Know Lynbrook 8 Elected Officials 36 East Rockaway Mayors Letter 12 Grist Mill 22-23 Important Numbers 18 Lynbrook Mayors Letter 7 Memorial Park 30-31 Places of Worship 24 Publishers Letter 5 Reach the Herald 19 Rock Rivalry Class Night 34-35 INSIDE LYNBROOK & EAST ROCKAWAY LYNBROOK / EAST ROCKAWAY HERALD 2022-2023 www.liherald.com Eat • Play • Shop On the cover: Greis Veterans Memorial Park in Lynbrook Cover photo by: Tim Baker Cover design: Jeffrey A. Negrin THE COVER
P ub LISHER A letter from the Senior Editor Daniel Offner Publisher Stuart Richner Vice President of Sales Rhonda Glickman Executive Editor Michael Hinman Deputy Editor Jeffrey Bessen SpecialFeatures/Sections Editor Karen bloom Multi Media Marketing Consultant Glenn Gold CreativeDesignerDirector Jeffrey Negrin A special supplement to the Ly NB rOO k/ Ea S t Roc K away HERALD
Stuart Richner Lynbrook/East rockaway the Lynbrook chamber of commerce
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The past two years have been tough for Lynbrook and East Rockaway, but its always-resourceful people came through once again, just as we did after Hurricane Sandy's wake in Neighbors2012. helping neighbors. That’s what Lynbrook and East Rockaway is all about. And what it continues to be. We looked out for each other all through the Covid-19 crisis. Grocery stores and other necessary retailers stepped up during this challenging time, their employees working long shifts under difficult conditions. And we can never thank enough our health care workers for their selfless dedication. Now we understand just how resilient we, as a community, are.
Throughout the crisis, the Lynbrook/East Rockaway Herald has remained steadfast in informing everyone of new cases, hospitalizations, and also all of the great things individuals, stores, police, firefighters, schools and community leaders were doing to keep the two villages moving. Herald reporters were at meetings, and talking to you and your neighbors, to paint a portrait of a village that may have struggled at times, but one that also is winning. Richner Communications, which owns the Herald, was proud to do its part, too. Richner offered thousands of businesses marketing grants so that the merchants — the lifeblood of the community — could carry on. Now we are turning the corner, with vaccines and medical advances in our arsenal. Thankfully, eight out of every 10 people in Nassau County are fully vaccinated.Inthisedition of our annual Living In Lynbrook and East Rockaway, we look at all that is wonderful about Lynbrook and East Rockaway. A special publication of your hometown newspaper, it’s published in cooperation with the Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce. We are honored to mark another year as the chamber's official publication. We hope you find this issue useful and informative, and that you enjoy reading the Lynbrook/East Rockaway Herald 52 weeks a year. Be well and be safe. Stuart PublisherRichner P.S. If you're not currently receiving the Lynbrook/East Rockaway Herald by mail each week, please help keep quality local journalism alive in your community by subscribing. See our ad on Page 26 for subscription information, or find us online at LIHerald.com/subscribe.
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The pandemic tested all of us beyond our limits. Lynbrook and East Rockaway, however, remains strong. It is a community full of fighters, and as the pandemic shifts to endemic stage and restrictions fully lifted, Lynbrook and East Rockaway are reinvigorated and re-energized.
LynbrookPresidentCorySincerely,HirschChamber of Commerce
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It has been my honor to serve as the president of the Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce for the past 18+ months. As a business owner and a long time resident of the village of Lynbrook I am so grateful for the opportunity to run our great organization. The job of the president can be overwhelming and no one person can handle it alone. I would be remiss If I did not thank the rest of the Chamber board for all the work they do to keep the Chamber of Commerce moving forward. The goal of the Chamber of Commerce is to help the Lynbrook business community continue to thrive. We have been fortunate to welcome many new businesses into the village within the past year. We continue to see more and more vacant store fronts being filled by unique and exciting new businesses. We are very excited to see real estate development within the village as well. Anyone who has driven past the site of the old feather factory building will no longer see the abandoned eyesore that has sat vacant for far too long. We are confident that the construction of the new state of the art apartment building will help to bolster and further expand the retail and dining options available to the community. These developers could have chosen to go anywhere on Long Island and they have chosen Lynbrook. They see the value in our prime South Shore location that still maintains that small-town feel that we all have come to know and love about Lynbrook. We look forward to welcoming the new residents who will inhabit those apartments and patronize our local businesses.
Courtesy Rhonda Glickman
Lynbrook welcomed In & Out Grill, with, from left, employee Naveed Bayan, David O’ Neil, Laura Ryder, Akber Din, Polly Talbott, Brian Curran, Legislator William Gaylor, Sadiq Zadeh, Mayor Alan Beach, owner Shah Zadeh, Robert Boccio, Nazia De Frank, Ella, and trustee Michael Hawxhurst.
The Chamber understands that in order to have a strong economic environment we must have a strong community. We are truly blessed to have leaders, business owners, educators, and citizens who realize that we all share in the responsibility of creating economic success and happiness within our Thecommunity.Chamber has the absolute pleasure of celebrating with all our members! Whether that is a ribbon cutting for a new or relocated business, an anniversary, our networking mixers, or exciting events around town, we look forward to supporting and celebrating with you!
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Lynbrook’s residential neighborhoods are noted for retaining a distinct “pre-war” architecture of beautiful homes including tudors, Colonials, cape cods, and craftsman-style homes, many of which have been renovated and expanded to meet the needs of the present day while maintaining their historic character. The Lynbrook Building Department plays an important role in ensuring all construction and buildings within the village meet safety requirements, while our architectural review board is committed to ensuring our village retains its beautiful character. Our Public Works department is committed to maintaining and enhancing the lives of our residents through road and infrastructure maintenance, ornamental plantings, trash pickup and much more. The Recreation Center at Greis Park offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities throughout the year for all ages, including sports, classes, clubs and events. The village pool is a destination for many during the warm summer months and a new turf field, providing a big stage for local sporting events, now also anchors the complex. The grounds also host many events throughout the year, including Oktoberfest, the Lynbrook Carnival, and charity events.We have a vibrant and robust business community providing a multitude of goods and services for our residents along the downtown corridor and beyond. Many vacant or underused buildings have been transformed into prosperous new ventures including a new movie theater, restaurants, coffee shops, medical facilities, luxury living spaces and more. On behalf of the village and board of trustees, it’s my great pleasure to extend the warmest of greetings whether you are a new resident or have been here many generations.
As your Mayor, it is my great pleasure to welcome you to the Incorporated Village of Lynbrook and all we have to offer. Our village of nearly 20,000 residents are situated with quick and easy access to the hustle and bustle of New York City and the sandy beaches of the Atlantic Ocean, while living in a small-town environment where neighbors help neighbors, old established trees line our historic residential blocks, and families establish roots over many generations.
Lynbrook is consistently ranked as one of the safest municipalities in New York State, which is a testament to how residents look out for each other and the hard work of our first responders, including our village police and fire departments.
LynbrookAlanSincerely,BeachMayor
Mayor's Message
Courtesy Rhonda Glickman Ken Breslin and David Orwasher, developers of The Langdon — a 201-apartment complex planned on the site of the old Mangrove Feather factory at Saperstein Plaza and Langdon Place — are joined by Lynbrook mayor Alan Beach, left, as well as attorney Elisabetta Coschignano from Sahn Ward Braff Koblenz — to celebrate their new project during the Lynbrook Community Chest Mayor's Golf Outing, co-sponsored by the Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce.
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In 2011, celebratedLynbrookthe100th anniversary of incorporationits
In 1897, the South Shore theCompanyTelephoneinstalled first phones in Lynbrook. In 1922, Lynbrook High School was built. In 1912 , the Lynbrook Police Department was established. In 2012, an episode of "Impractical Jokers" that was partially filmed at White Castle on HighwaySunriseaired.In2018,the Regal theaterLynbrook opened.
In 1814, the first schoolhouse was built at Rocklyn Avenue and Merrick Road.
In 1996, "Everybody Loves Raymond" premieres on television, its fictional family said to be living at 319 Fowler Ave., in Lynbrook. In 1643, The Rev. Robert Fordham and John Carman swindled the Rockaway Native Americans into deeding them a tract of land.
In 2019, American Legion Post 335 celebrated its 100th year. In 1911, Lynbrook was incorporated.
In May 1894 voters decided to change the community name from Pearsall's Corners to Lynbrook.
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In 1873, Bethany Church was constructed.
In 1963, the Grist Mill was bought for $1 by officials.village In 1990, arson destroyed the Grist Mill Museum. In 2019, the Grist Mill Museum celebrated its 50th HuckleberryannualFrolic.
In 1880, the Long Island Rail Road came to East Rockaway. In 1903, the East Rockaway Free Library first opened.
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In 1919, East Rockaway women Irene, Susan, and Amelia Davison worked to attain the right of women to vote.
In 1869, the post office was opened, and East Rockaway came into existence.
In 1776, Richard Hewlett, a Tory, plotted to kidnap George Washington and assassinate his chief officers. In 1934, EastHighRockawaySchool was built. In 1643, Manhattangovernortheofgranted land to the colonists from Hempstead harbor.
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EastGreetingsRockaway!Whatagreat time of year for our beautiful community. The board and I are so excited to see businesses opening and thriving, children playing in our parks and enjoying our stellar recreation program, our golden-age neighbors participating in and utilizing our senior citizen center and meeting new friends along our bustling waterfront.Theboard and I work to provide all Village of East Rockaway residents top-notch services while always protecting your wallet. We've been successful thanks to our great workforce that help move our community in a positive direction each day. We focused on the future of our Village, spearheading infrastructure projects in an effort to be more resilient. We've worked with other agencies on road raise projects, drainage improvements and ways to protect and preserve our naturalWe'veresources.alsoinvested in public safety — making sure the men and women of the East Rockaway Fire Department have the resources they need to protect our loved ones 24/7/365. The board has also collaborated with our Nassau County Police Department Auxiliary team, ensuring our brave volunteers have what they need to work with our uniformed police to keep East Rockaway one of the safestThecommunities.BoardandIlook forward to seeing you along Main Street, down at the waterfront, at our upcoming Octoberfest, a holiday event, or around town!
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Top photo: Greis Park is always bustling with activity in ContinuedLynbrook.on
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T he end of Wilbur Street in Lynbrook is home to many of the village's annual traditions and summer activities. Lynbrook’s Greis Veterans Memorial Park includes a lush green trail for runners and bikers, known as the Hudson Exercise Trail. It was built in 2010 on vacant land that was deeded to the Village of Lynbrook in 1989 by Nassau County, which had obtained it from New York City as part of the city's effort to dispose of many unused parcels that it owned in the county. Before the 2010 improvements, the dirt paths of the heavily wooded area were used for decades for walking and bicycling. The upgrades, spearheaded by Brian Curran — a former Lynbrook mayor and Assemblyman — included new landscaping, attractive lighting, seven exercise stations, benches, and an asphalt path that follows the original halfmile dirt path loop, while still maintaining the natural flora of the area.
Take in some of the sights and sounds of Greis Park
Lynbrook mayor Alan Beach has continued the beautification of Greis Park, bringing the addition of turf sports fields to the area. The hockey rink at Greis Park is expected to be redeveloped as recreation programs continue to expand. Not only does the park hold athletic fields, trails, picnic areas and playgrounds, but it is one of the few places in the area where locals can come and cool off after a long day in the hot summer sun. Greis Park is visited annually by over 20,000 patrons and is the home of the Aquatic Center which includes a pool, spray park, and kiddie pool for the youngsters still learning how to swim.
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— Kepherd Daniel and Michael Smollins Joe Abate/Herald photos
The celebration features delicious food, activities and performances in honor of the many veterans who have served to protect their country.
Another tradition is the dazzling fireworks display and the mayor's picnic, which is one of the most anticipated annual events in the village.
photo: Neighbors can swim and relax at the beautiful pool.
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The park also hosts many of the community’s recreation programs and youth athletic leagues. It is also the site of several annual events, including the village's annual Patriot's Day event, which honors veterans on the eve of Memorial Day.
Top photo: Greis Park's new turf fields are among the communities’ favorite upgrades.
Middle photo: The park is a hub of youth Bottomsports.
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Take a spot under the shade and relax at Greis Park. Bottom photo: Fun and events are plenty at Greis Park.
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LIVING IN LYNBROOK / EAST ROCKAWAY 2022-2023 16 www.liherald.com Clubs & OrganizatiOnsPolitical nassau County Conservative Party 1433-8568SydneySt., Plainview nassaucountyconservativeparty.com11803 nassau DemocraticCountyCommittee Lynbrook294-3366AD No. 14 500 Old Country Road, Suite 103, Garden City nasssaucountydems.com11530 nassau County republican Committee Westbury164334-5800PostAve.,11590 l eague of Women Voters 65 Harrogate St, Lido Beach, 11561 431-1628 Veterans a merican l egion Post no. 958 599-9580 and Ladies Auxiliary 71 Main St. East Rockaway 11518 Disabled a merican Veterans 162887-7100Atlantic Ave., Lynbrook 11563 VFW Howard l athrop Post 2307 235594-2307Merrick Road, Lynbrook 11563 VFW robert F. garrison Post 3350 164887-8170MainSt., East Rockaway 11518 Coalition for Youth in East AllStephanieCoalitionRockawayCoordinator:Johansonmeetingsat7p.m.in the Charles H. Formont Senior Center located on James Street in East Rockaway. P.O Box 236, East Rockaway, NY mail@coalitionforyouthiner.com11518. East rockaway raiders athletic a ssociation Email:582-2187ASERRAIDERS@aol.com East rockaway recreation Center East17341-0996JohnSt.,Rockaway 11518 lynbrook recreation Center Greis599-8000Memorial Park 55 Wilbur St., Lynbrook 11563 girl s couts of E. l . l .M. a ssociation Email:741-2550customercare@gsnc.org lynbrook little l eague lynbrooklittleleague.comEmail:887-2626Lynbrookll@aol.CourtesyofElks Lodge No. 1 New York Elks Lodge No. 1 in Lynbrook recently welcomed eight new members into its order. Getting involved in your community has never been easier — or more fun! There’s something for everyone in East Rockaway and Lynbrook. businesses East ChamberrockawayofCommerce 12 Yarmouth Rd, East Rockaway, NY 11518 (732) 614-1699 Email: info@eastrockawaychamber.com lynbrook Chamber of Commerce President: Cory Hirsch P.O Box 624, Lynbrook, NY 11563 242www.lynbrookusa.comEmail:4649info@lynbrookusa.com Civic b ay Park Civic a ssociation 7312-9866E.Cooke St., P.O. Box 82 East Rockaway 11518 Email: bayparkcivic@gmail.com Historical t he Historical s ociety of East Rockaway & Lynbrook EastP.O.887-9094Box351,Rockaway 11518 President: Patricia C. Sympson Family Mothers Center of s W nassau inc. 37888-6262Rhame Hempstead,Ave,NY motherscenter.wixsite.com/mcswn11518 Fraternal Knights of Columbus/st. Mary’s Maris Stella Council No. 2228 78887-2228Hempstead Ave. new York 1 Elks l odge, B.P.O.E.-Lynbrook No. 1515 57599-1515Hempstead Ave., Lynbrook 11563 Email:nyelks1.orgnyelks1@verizon.net t he Per s empre l odge, part of the Order s ons of i taly 2344 815A Sunrise Highway Lynbrook persemprelodge@optonline.net11563 t he a ncient Order of Hibernians Meets at the VFW Hall, 235 Merrick Road., Lynbrook Police546-3451Benevolent a ssociation lynbrook Lynbrook Police Benevolent Association P.O. Box 509 418-3399
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LIVING IN LYNBROOK / EAST ROCKAWAY 2022-2023 18 www.liherald.com Importantnumbers Lynbrook VILLAGE HALL One Columbus Drive, Lynbrook 11563 (516) 599-8300 mayor: Alan C. Beach (516) 599-8784 Deputy mayor: Michael Hawxhurst trustees: Robert Boccio, Ann Marie Reardon and Laura Ryder (516) 599-8300 Village Clerk/treasurer: John Giordano (516) 599-8300 ext. 202 Dept. of public Works superintendent: Philip Healey (516) 599-8838 building Department superintendent: Brian Stanton (516) 599-8828 Village Justice Court: Hon. William J. McLaughlin (516) 599-0416 assessing Department: Lisa Kenny (516) 593-6505 parks supervisor: (516) 599-8000 recreation supervisor: Andrea Genna (516) 599-8000 Deputy Clerk: Valerie Onorato (516) 599-8300 ext. 205 Deputy treasurer: Darlene DiCaro (516) 599-8300 ex. 213 Administrator, Budget Officer: John Giordano (516) 599-8300 ext.202 EAst rockAwAy VILLAGE HALL (516) 887-6300 376 Atlantic Ave., P.O. Box 189 East Rockaway, 11518 mayor: Bruno F. Romano Deputy mayor: Gordon J. Fox trustees: Rich Bilello, Jack Felbinger and Tim O’Hagan, Village Clerk treasurer: Patty Renner (516) 887-6300 Deputy Village treasurer: Theresa Gaffney (516) 887-6300 Deputy Clerk: Cindy Lark (516) 887-6300 Justice Court Judge: Steven S. Siegel (516) 887-6312 building Department superintendent: Thomas Smith (516) 887-6310 emergency management manager: (516) 887-6326 recreation Department: Nancy Landerer (516) 341-0996 DpW superintendent: Kevin Conklin (516) 887-6316
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A tlantic Avenue is home to a variety of different dining and shopping options.
Lynbrook Bagels offer a colorful array of options to pick from. Long Island is, after all, known for its bagels.
These businesses are the lifeblood of Lynbrook. Local shoppers don't have to go far. Everything is available within a short jaunt down the avenue, where you can find a variety of different upscale bars and restaurants, and even the perfect place to find the boys' or men's suit you want at Mur-Lee's.
Lynbrook's central business corridor
From there you can head on over to Prime 39, which conjures up an authentic
New York City vibe. But, don't be fooled by the ambience, it's still Nassau County. There you can indulge on a juicy steak dinner. The aroma alone is enough to make your mouth water.
Top photo: The 'hustle and bustle' of Lynbrook can be found on Atlantic Avenue.
After eating a filling meal, you can head on over to another Wine and dine on Atlantic Avenue —
Bottom photo: Atlantic Avenue is the hub of all the action in the village..
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of Atlantic Avenue's many staples, Il Pozzo Wine Bar. There, customers can sample a taste of some of what Atlantic Avenue has to offer. But the village has much more to offer than just food. Atlantic Avenue is also home to Needle and Groove, a vinyl record store, an ideal spot for any audiophile. And at the end of the block, at the intersection of Merrick Road and Hempstead Avenue, movie buffs can enjoy watching the latest and greatest Hollywood has to offer at the Lynbrook Regal Theater. This state-ofthe-art movie theater first opened back in June 2018. A $21 million face-lift replaced the old, antiquated facility. The new theater includes 13 auditoriums, which attracts crowds from near and far, who come to enjoy the theater's lounge-type seating and select screenings. After taking in a movie, go back out and enjoy all of the restaurants and local businesses on Atlantic Avenue, that the community has come to know and love. Between the gourmet doughnuts to authentic Italian cuisine, there is something for everyone on Atlantic Avenue. This central business corridor truly captures the special flair that is the Village of Lynbrook. — Kepherd Daniel Top photo: Enjoy a meal outside or in at one of Lynbrook's many eateries.
Middle photo: The downtown area is always lively. Bottom photo: Catch the latest flick at Regal Lynbrook.
D own andofintersectiontheWoodsAtlantic avenues, tucked away within Memorial Park lies East Rockaway’s hidden historic treasure. The East Rockaway Grist Mill in Memorial Park is a 325-year-old mill that was used to grind cereal grain into flour and wheat middlings.Joseph Haviland was the Gristmill’s first owner before Alexander Davidson purchased it in 1818. According to the Historical Society of East Rockaway and Lynbrook, Haviland built the mill to help create a shipping and trading center.
Top photo: On your way to the Grist Mill museum in Memorial Park.
Bottom photo: The ancient history of East Rockaway is hidden in Memorial Park.
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The site was destroyed by an arsonist in 1990 but has since been fully restored. The Village of East Rockaway acquired it in 1960, and soon after it was restored, it was moved from Mill River to its current location in Memorial Park. Eventually, it A blast from the past at East Rockaway’s Old Grist Mill Museum
LIVING IN LYNBROOK / EAST ROCKAWAY 2022-2023 23 www.liherald.com became a museum. The museum displays include an old fire engine pump from the 1800s named "Tootsie," along with period costumes, Indian and bay exhibits, and store settings from the 19th to early 20th centuries.Themuseum underwent extensive exterior repairs on wooden siding panels in 2018 as well as doorjambs, windowsills, shutters, and gutters. These repairs were funded by grants. The Old Grist Mill museum is open to the public from 1 to 5 p.m., every weekend during the summer, and is wheelchair accessible.Whilethe museum has come a long way thanks to the upgrades made, it still needs funding to help maintain as well as provide support to the mill's annual Huckleberry Frolic.Grist Mill Museum chair Regina Cunningham and the museum committee are working to obtain additional grants to help with maintenance and upkeep. “The poor thing is a 1680 building," Cunningham said. "It needs painting and a whole lot of work."Ifyou get the chance, the annual Huckleberry Frolic, is a great way to kick off the summer months. It is held every June and includes entertainment, food, and more.
— Kepherd Daniel Tim Baker/Herald photos Top photo: Years of hidden history can be found inside. Middle photo: The old fire engine, Tootsie is an East Rockaway treasure. Bottom photo: There's much to discover at the old Grist Mill.
LIVING IN LYNBROOK / EAST ROCKAWAY 2022-2023 24 www.liherald.com PLACES OF WORSHIP EastChurchesRockaway Bethany Congregational Church Pastor: Mark J. Lukens 100 Main St. - (516) 599-5768 Nazarene Church of East Rockaway 124 Garfield Place (516) 599-3116 Sunday School - (516) 599-3116 Little Pebbles Nursery School St. Raymond Roman Catholic Church (516) 593-5000 263 Atlantic Ave. Religious Education - (516) 593-9075 JewishHewlett-EastSynagoguesRockawayCentre(Conservative) Rabbi: Andrew Warmflash 295 Main St. - (516) 599-2634 HERJC Religious School (516) 599-2634 Nursery School - (516) 599-1169 295 Main St. Mommy and E-mail:Nurserydir@herjc.orgMe Herald File photo Our Lady of Peace, 25 Fowler Ave. LynbrookChurches Christ Episcopal Church - St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church 49 Blake Ave. (516) 902-1842 St. Mary's Syrian Orthodox Church Carpenter Avenue and Union Place (516) 887-1699 Hendrickson Avenue Bible Church (Fundamentalist) (516) 599-4645 61 Hendrickson hendricksonavenuebiblechurch.comAve. Lynbrook Baptist Church Pastor: Robert Walderman (516) 599-9402 225 Earle Ave. E-mail: lynbrookbaptist.orgIbc7@optonline.net Our Lady of Peace Roman Catholic Church Pastor: Richard T. Stelter (516) 599-6414 25 Fowler Ave. Religious Education office(516) 593-5150 School - (516) 593-4884 St. James United Methodist Church (516) 599-5148 11 St James Place Office hours Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. E-mail. jameslynbrook@aol.com St.John's Evangelical Lutheran Church Pastor: Alexander Kennedy (516) 599-0778 13 Blake Ave. E-mail: stjohnslynbrook.orgstjohnslynbrook@aol.com The Vineyard Church 180 Denton Ave. (516) 678-7888 Synagogues Temple Am Echad (516) 593-4004 One Saperstein Plaza, Religious School - (516) 593-4004 Nursery School - (516) 599-7950
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FUNERALPRE RRANGEMENT FAMILYOWNED &OPERATED he Donza Funeral Home has served our communities since 1984. Guy Donza has worked as a funeral director since 1958 and also serves as a deacon in his church. The Donza family includes “Deacon” Guy Donza, his wife, Marie, their son, Thomas Donza, and daughter Christine Donza, who are also funeral directors. They devote themselves full-time to their Family Owned & Operated Funeral Home. Their philosophy is “Reaching out and caring is our focus.” At the Donza Funeral Home, we are committed to tailoring the service to you and your family’s needs because we believe in honoring the individual. Any aspect of career, hobby, and personality can be incorporated. Any specific related to either tradition or religion will be honored. Any detail associated with decor, room arrangement, and service hours shall be attended to. T 921220 Guy Donza, Thomas Donza and Christine Donza, Funeral Directors and Pre-Arrangement Counselors 333 Atlantic Ave., East Rockaway • (516) 593-2521
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Out & abOut Tim Baker/Herald photos It’s all fun at the East Rockaway waterfront. Althouse Avenue is home to the popular 'Lazy Lobster' right by the water. East Rockaway is great for boat operators. For the first time since 2019, East Rockaway hosted the Huckleberry Frolic in Memorial Park. Emily Butler, 9, showed off her karate skills.
E ast Rockaway’s Memorial Park is the central site for many of the village's activities, events, and annual traditions.Itsmain attraction is the annual Huckleberry Frolic, the proceeds from which go to help fund the village's Old Grist Mill Museum. This year’s Frolic was the first since its 50th anniversary celebration in 2019. The annual festivities included more than 30 different vendors, food trucks, a live DJ, a 22-foot slide, and inflatable attractions for kids, as well as a karate demonstration, games, and a petting zoo filled with ducks, sheep, rabbits, and other animals.
Top photo: The village's hidden treasures are hidden in East Rockaway’s Memorial Park .
The outdoor theater, located in Memorial Park, hosts a series of different one-act plays throughout the summer and on weekends, which include live A look into the heart of East Rockaway— Memorial Park
East Rockaway mayor Bruno Romano described the event as “a huge success,” noting the community was excited to have it back. Park-goers with a love for theatre can always treat themselves to a free show at the Strongbox Theater.
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Bottom photo: Welcome to Memorial Park.
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Top photo: Every year residents gather at Memorial Park to remember those who lost their lives during 9/11.
Bottom photo: Kids are commonly found enjoying the Memorial Park Playground, refurbished in 2012. musical accompaniment. But the cornerstone of the park is its memorial dedicated to the heroes and victims who lost their lives during the terror attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.
Neighbors, elected officials and organizations gather each year to memorialize the nearly 3,000 innocent lives lost in the attack and the many brave men and women of the New York Police Department and New York City Fire Department who selflessly rushed into the World Trade Center towers on that fateful day.
— Kepherd Daniel
E ast Rockaway's central hub includes tons of amazing food and fun by the water. The businesses on the “quarter mile” in East Rockaway stay plenty busy year-round, but are especially buzzing during the summer months when people flock to eat and enjoy the many waterfront establishments on Main Street.
Grandpa Tony’s, on the adjacent Althouse Avenue, opened its doors in 2018 at the site of former establishment Althouse 1848. The restaurant offers wood fire pizza and other Italian cuisines. In addition to adding something for everyone, Grandpa Tony's offers special pasta nights, teacher happy hours on Fridays, and football specials on Sundays.
The many wonders of East Rockaway's waterfront
Bottom photo: There’s a lot to do by the water.
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Top photo: It's always busy at the Lazy Lobster and nearby businesses.
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Fishing is a big hobby for those living along the South Shore, especially in the summer months, when locals will cast their reels right off of the piers. Whether you're out catching fish or catching rays, the waterfront is always a popular spot and remains one of the many cornerstones of the East Rockaway area.
Being by the waterfront, Rockaway residents can expect the freshest caught seafood. Lazy Lobster on Front Street faces out toward the water and is always packed with patrons enjoying a quick bite, or just taking in one of the many live musical performances by the water.Since it's a
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— Kepherd Daniel and Michael Smollins Tim Baker/Herald photos Top photo: Grandpa Tony’s has a great water side Middleview.photo: A perfect dock by the water in East BottomRockaway.photo:Residents along the waterfront have some of the best views in East Rockaway.
T he youth of Lynbrook and East Rockway feel right at home on Union Avenue (Lynbrook) and Ocean Avenue (East Rockaway). Both streets proudly display their school spirit throughout the year. But certain moments stand out. Every March, East Rockaway and Lynbrook students and neighbors look forward to their battle of the classes: Lynbrook High School’s “Class Night” and East Rockaway High School’s “Rock Rivalry.” Both events inspire camaraderie, and have become beloved traditions in each school’s community. Class Night, which originated at Lynbrook High School in 1924, pits each class against one another in art, scenery, skit and dance competitions. The points accumulated during this event — added to the points from each class’s homecoming banner and performances in sports night competitions — determine which grade wins the coveted silver cup. The events are entirely student-run, which plays a big part in their enthusiasm for the tradition. In 1936, 12 years after the birth of Class Night, East Rockaway High School began a tradition of its own: Rock Rivalry. This event encourages students to join together as a class to battle others in a variety of athletic, academic and artistic competitions.
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East Rockaway's spirit is at an all-time high as students participate in activities such as School spirit takes it to the streets
Tim Baker/Herald photos Top photo: Union Avenue is where Lynbrook's youth shine.
LIVING IN LYNBROOK / EAST ROCKAWAY 2022-2023 35 www.liherald.com Joe Abate/Herald photos Top photo: The Rock Rivalry competition brings out the best in East Rockaway’s students. Middle photo: Rock Rivalry is out of this world. Tim Baker/Herald photos Bottom photo: Lynbrook High School is home to the school's annual Class Night. volleyball, mural painting, quiz bowl, and more. This annual contest is the largest extracurricular event, with the most student participation of any school activity. — Rayanna Shwom and Kepherd Daniel
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LIVING IN LYNBROOK / EAST ROCKAWAY 2022-2023 37 www.liherald.com Rhonda Glickman/Herald Former Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce President Stephen Wangel, right, was recently honored at the chamber’s Night Under the Stars event. Taking part were Franklin Camarano Jr., the president of the Nassau County Council of Chambers of Commerce, left, and current Lynbrook chamber President Cory Hirsch LYNBROOK Chamber of Commerce All businesses are in Lynbrook, NY 11563 unless noted Continued on next page Beauty Services Earthtones Salon 148 Hendrickson Ave. (516) 823-0386 Chiropractor House of Health 185 Merrick Rd # 2D (516) 321-0397 Clothing Mur-Lee's Mens & Boys Wear 24 Atlantic Ave. (516) 599-7777 Computer Websites Chrein.comLLC 30 Sunset Ave. (516) 812-9314 HomeConstruction/Improvement J.D. Cusumano Construction 12 Wilbur St. (516) 599-4001 R.A. Krendel Contracting 157 Hempstead Ave Suite 2A (516) 599-8460 Showercrafters 803 Sunrise Highway (516) 858-2647 The Kitchen Loft 10-A Union Ave. (516) 599-5946 Williams Fence Company 161 Denton Ave. (516) 551-5800 Dentist Family Dentistry of Lynbrook, PC 95 Scranton Ave. (516) 599-0059 Perfect Smile Dental Arts 185 Merrick Rd # 2C (516) 360-4256 Entertainment ACC DJ Productions, LLC 1824 Collins St. Seaford, NY 11783 (516) 318-7375 Regal Cinemas 321 Merrick 844-462-7342Rd. Exterminators Allways Exterminating Company 315 Denton Ave. (516) 599-7674 Financial Services Donald Janonis 63 Oak St. (516) 593-0582 Food Consulting / Cooking Classes A la Carte Culinary Services, LTD. 192 Tottenham Rd (516) 317-2075 Funeral Homes Flinch & Bruns Funeral Home 34 Hempstead Ave. (516) 786-3609 Perry's Funeral Home 118 Union Ave. (516) 593-1111 Hardware Miller's Housewares 40 Atlantic Ave. (516) 599-1336 Health Services/Clubs AB Medical Equipment 176 Merrick Rd (516) 256-0008 Comprehensive Audiology 261 (516)Broadway619-2069 Accounting Services AVMDeMars CPA, PC 275 Hillside Ave. Williston Pk, NY 11596 (516) 248-9100 Goldgrab CPA PLLC 46 Stauderman Ave. (516) 908-7770 Moskowitz & Simons 88C Atlantic Ave. (516) 887-1605 Animal Hospital Hilton Hospital for Animals 120 Merrick Rd. (516) 887-2914 Assisted Living/Retirement Atria Tanglewood 125 Ocean Ave. (516) 256-0088 Sunrise of North Lynbrook 53 Franklin Ave. (516) 596-2377 Attorneys Law Office of Bruce Hafner 81 Hempstead Ave. (516) 593-5656 Legal Shield (516) 270-5227 Schlissel & DeCorpo Attorney's at Law 479 Merrick Rd (516) 561-6645 Auto Body/ Collision and Repair Celebrity Chase Collision 191 Earle Ave. (516) 593-0920 Father and Son Auto Corp. 170 Atlantic Ave. (516) 599-8666 Northstar Collision 663 Merrick Rd (516) 561-5126 Auto Repair A&B Automotive Service Center 150 Lakeview Ave. (516) 341-8261 Bakery Prosperi Bakery 103 Atlantic Ave. (516) 593-7689 Bank First Central Savings Bank 303 Merrick Rd (516) 620-8440
LIVING IN LYNBROOK / EAST ROCKAWAY 2022-2023 38 www.liherald.com Continued from previous page Per Sempre Lodge 2344 381 Sunrise Highway (516) 599-2945 Plumbing Supplies/Services C & L Plumbing Supply Inc. 196 Merrick Rd (516) 599-6655 Mako Plumbing & Heating Inc. 17 Maple Ave. (516) 285-9879 Pre-School Ms. Ambar Day Care 29 Peninsula 917-831-0411Blvd Printing LMN Printing Co., Inc. 23 West Merrick Rd Valley Stream, NY 11580 (516) 285-8526 PGS Printing & Graphic Services 536 Merrick Rd (516) 599-0400 Richner Printing Services Michael Karff 2 Endo Blvd. Garden City, NY 11530 (516) 569-4000 x288 Professional Services Val Personnel Services 80 Atlantic Ave. (516) 764-9000 Lynbrook/EastPublicationsRockawayHerald Rhonda Glickman 2 Endo Blvd. Garden City, NY 11530 (516) 569-4000 x250 Real Estate CoMax Properties, LLC 19 Maple Ave. (516) 704-7025 CPA Realty 273 Merrick Rd (516) 284-6935 Harrontine Realty Corp 74 Whitehall Rd. Rockville Center, NY 11570 (516) 868-5659 LaRosa Realty New York 70 Sunrise Drive (516) 721-8885 Terwilliger & Bartone Properties 141 Merritts Rd Farmingdale, NY 11735 (516) 249-2022 GourmetRestaurants/Catering/GourmetStoresGheeCompany 1 Saperstein Plaza (516) 661-6315 Il Luogo Restaurant 159 Sunrise Highway (516) 837-9015 Livorno Ristorante 79 Atlantic Ave. (516) 439-4881 McDonalds 121 Merrick Rd (516) 593-5356 Pearsall's Station 479 Sunrise Highway (516) 887-8384 River Mill Tavern & Tables 100 Ocean Ave. (516) 599-2700 Vincent's Restaurant & Catering 14 Atlantic Ave. (516) 599-1204 Mel'sWorkshops/TutoringSchools/EducationalTraining (516) 270-5227 Ryu's Martial Arts 75 Atlantic Ave. (516) 596-2444 School of Rock 197 North Long Beach Rd. Rockville Center, NY 11570 (516) 234-7625 Secretarial Services Carol Burak Typing Services 126 Chestnut St. (516) 593-6534 Third Party Administartor Administrative Services Only Inc. 303 Merrick Rd #300 (516) 394-9403 Toys, Games and Hobbies Trainland, Inc. 293 Sunrise Highway (516) 599-7080 LYNBROOK Chamber of Commerce All businesses are in Lynbrook, NY 11563 unless noted Corrective Health & Wellness 498 Merrick Rd (516) 825-7100 Lynbrook Massage Therapy 121A Broadway (516) 596-9100 Lynbrook Restorative Therapy & Nursing 243 Atlantic Ave. East Rockaway, NY 11518 (516) 634-1400 The Woman's Health Pavilion 158 Hempstead Ave. (516) 881-9560 Healthcare Mount Sinai South Nassau 1 Healthy Oceanside,WayNY 11572 (516) 632-3000 HVAC K.C.N. Heating & AC Inc. 7 Franklin Ave. (516) 283-2299 Nassau HVAC Supply 528 Merrick Rd (516) 825-7400 Insurance Geico Local Office 475 Sunrise Highway (516) 881-3210 NGL Insurance Group 112 Merrick Rd (516) 599-1100 Umanoff Boyer Agency 151 Atlantic Ave (516) 872-2000 Jewelry Unicorn Jewels 29 Atlantic Ave. (516) 599-1979 Liquor Store Cappy's Wines & Liquor 670 Merrick Rd (516) 256-0444 HistoricalOrganizationsSocietyofER/Lynbrook P. O. Box 351 East Rockaway, NY 11518 (516) 593-5791 Lynbrook American Legion Post 335 72 Oak St. (516) 599-4877 Lynbrook East Rockaway Soccer Club PO Box 2 East Rockaway, NY 11518 (516) 887-2626 NY Elk's Lodge # 1 57 Hempstead Ave (516) 599-1515
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By TOM CARROZZA tcarrozza@liherald.com F irst Central Savings Bank opened its ninth location at 303 Merrivk Road last week, aiming to bring back “banking the way it used to be, only better” in Lyn Dozensbrook.packed into the entrance area of the Pistilli Cor porate Building, to celebrate the occasion with local officials like Mayor Alan Beach showing up for the ribbon cutting. “We are a true community bank, so for us to serve a com munity such as Lynbrook really aligns to the mission is here at First Central Bank,” executive vice president and chief administrative officer Michael Serao said. In the first week of business, the bank saw 50 accounts opened and over $14 million put into it. Part of their mis sion of community-based banking has seen them bring back account opening gifts for those starting their first account with the Josephbank.Pistilli, the chairman of the bank’s board of directors, helped build the building which now bears his name back in the 1970s when it became home to Jamaica Savings Bank. Pistilli now owns the building and the main conference room in the bank’s first floor residence is dedi cated to him. “It’s a great feeling to bring a good thing to an area that truly needs the spirit and services of a true community sav ings bank,” Pistilli said. “And I think that our competition, which is very close by, needs to open their eyes and see what moved onto the block.”
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As a gesture to new neighbors, First Central presented several Lynbrook organizations with $1,000 checks, includ ing Wounded Warriors, the Lynbrook Chamber of Com merce, the Lynbrook Fire Department, school PTA, the Police Benevolent Association, the Kiwanis Club, and Brit tany’s Baskets of Hope.
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Tom Carrozza/Herald FiRsT CenTRAl sAvings Bank board chair Joseph Pistilli, center, cuts the ribbon opening the Lynbrook location with Mayor Alan Beach, chief financial officer Raymond Ciccone and chief operating officer Paul Hagan.
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