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Amityville cancels varsity football season By NIKO SCARLATOS sports@liherald.com

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Fairfield Elementary School fifth graders gathered for the burial of a new time capsule, to be opened in 2050 for the school’s 125th anniversary. It was spearheaded by teacher Christopher Kiernan.

Fairfield Elementary School students bury memories until 2050

Fairfield Elementary School students and staff put a cap on the 2025-26 school year by burying a new time capsule and preserving history for the next quartercentury. It was buried this summer in front of the flagpole and will be unearth when Fairfield turns 125. The oldest school in Massapequa, Fairfield celebrated its centennial in 2025, during which a time capsule from 2000 was opened. It held items such as VHS tapes, toys and a Subway Series banner. Fifthgrade teacher Christopher Kiernan, who was a Fairfield student when that time capsule was buried, coordinated the planning of the next one. The 2026-time capsule includes fifth-

grade class photos, the centennial celebration brochure, articles on the Knicks’ recent championship and U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, predictions for the year 2050, a top 20 list of what life is like in 2026, mementos of the World Cup, pennies, a No. 2 pencil and trendy items like GOeDoh squishy toys. Fifth-grade students wrote what they believe they will be doing 25 years from now. “This was a special event because it is an honor to carry on this tradition that Mr. Crowley started with his students,” Kiernan, a fifth-grade teacher at Fairfield Elementary School, said, referring to Bob Crowley, a retired Fairfield teacher who CONTINUED ON PAGE 11

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Amityville High School’s football program will not compete at the varsity level this season, as district and athletic officials decided to move the team to a JV schedule citing a young roster, injuries and concerns surrounding player safety. The decision came Aug. 31 after the coaching staff and athletic department evaluated the team during the preseason. Officials determined the current roster did not have enough healthy upperclassmen depth to safely compete against varsity opponents. “We made every effort to compete at the varsity level this season, but ultimately we have to make decisions based on what is best for our student athletes,” Director of Athletics Evan Farkas said. “We have a very young roster and after accounting for injuries and the physical demands of varsity football, we determined that a junior varsity schedule is the safest and most appropriate path forward. This is a difficult decision but it gives our players the opportunity to develop the right way and

gives us a strong foundation to rebuild the varsity program.” The move represents a significant change for a program accustomed to varsity competition but school officials emphasized the decision is intended to protect the players while providing them with an opportunity to continue developing on the field. Section XI has four games listed for Amityville’s JV team, beginning at home on Sept. 22 versus Miller Place at 4:30 p.m. The Tide is also home Oct. 5 against Kings Park and hits the road Oct. 12 and 19 against Harborfields and Hampton Bays, respectively. First-year head coach Paul Mastronardi said the preseason evaluation made clear that the young Tide roster would benefit from competing at a lower level this season. “Our responsibility as coaches is to put our players in the best possible position to develop, compete and stay safe,” Mastronardi said. “Many of our players are only 14-years-old and are still developing physically and as football players. The preseason gave us an opportunity to evaluate where we are as a pro CONTINUED ON PAGE 2

No varsity football in 2026 for Amityville Tide gram and it became clear that competing at the junior varsity level is the right decision for this group. Now our focus is on teaching fundamentals, building strength and confidence, and developing these young men into a team that can bring Amityville football back to the varsity level.” According to Amityville schools’ communication representative Joshua Soto, the decision was made with both immediate safety and the long-term future of the program in mind. “The decision is centered entirely on student-athlete safety and the longterm health of the program,” Soto said. “With limited healthy upperclassman depth, district and athletic officials determined that asking younger, developing players to compete at the varsity level would create physical, developmental and safety concerns.” Amityville Superintendent of Schools Gina Talbert released a statement to the school community on Aug. 31 that read in part: “I am writing to inform you that earlier this morning, the Amityville varsity football team coaching staff met with team members to discuss the stragegic direction of the district’s football program. Taking into account numerous player injuries on the varsity level, the program has made the decision to pause varsity competition for the upcoming season and focus all

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Amityville’s football program won’t field a varsity team in 2026. resources on a junior varsity schedule. “The choice was made with heavy hearts for those on our varsity roster, especially for our three dedicated senior athletes, whose unwavering commitment and leadership during offseason workouts have set a standard for the entire program.” Rather than viewing the 2026 season as a setback, Amityville officials believe the JV schedule can serve as an important rebuilding year. The young-

er players will have an opportunity to gain experience, improve their fundamentals and build confidence while competing against players closer to their age and physical development. “We remain very optimistic about the future of Tide football,” Soto said. “We have a promising group of younger players, and we view this season as an opportunity to develop them properly while rebuilding the program in a safe and sustainable manner.”

Zaquai Pettway, left, was one of three seniors on the varsity roster. The team has endured 12 straight losing seasons but was once one of the premier teams in Suffolk County. It won Suffolk and Long Island titles in 1999. For Amityville, this season will be less about varsity wins and losses and more about building the foundation for the program’s return to varsity football as soon as next year.

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A two-day boating safety course will be offered at the West Islip Library in October for adults and youths seeking to meet New York state boating-certification requirements. A m e r i ca’s Boating Club of Great South Bay will hold the course on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 24, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Both sessions, Creative Metro including the exam, are required to successfully complete the course. The course is designed for adults and youths who have at least a seventh-grade reading level. Topics will include boating fundamentals, boating law, safety equipment, navigation, boating problems, trailering and storing boats, and personal watercraft certification. New York State’s requires that all operators of motorized vessels, includ-

ing personal watercraft (PWCs), must complete a state-approved safe boating course regardless of age beginning in 2025. The DMV likewise says all motorboat operators, regardless of age, need a Boating Safety Certificate beginning in 2025. The course will be held at the West Islip Library, 3 Higbie Lane. Registration is required in advance, and space is limited. The cost is $40 per person for course materials, payable in advance by credit card. Registration is available at boatgsb. org on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration closes one week before the first class, with a minimum number of students required. For more information, email Educational Officer Michael Boland at bolandmichael123@gmail.com. America’s Boating Club has promoted boating safety through education for more than 100 years. As the organization puts it, “an educated boater is a better, safer boater.”

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Firefighters work feveriously to put out fire at home on East Lake Avenue, Massapequa Park

Boaters urged to be cautious of changing water conditions As Labor Day weekend marks the unofficial end of summer, and cool autumn days lie ahead, millions of Americans are expected to spend time on the water. America’s Boating Club is urging boaters to make safety a priority. “This is a great time to enjoy boating with family and friends, but it is also one of the busiest parts of the boating season,” Mike Wiedel, chief commander of America’s Boating Club, said in a release. “A little preparation and good judgment can prevent an enjoyable day on the water from becoming a tragedy.” Before leaving the dock, boaters should take several precautions: •Wear a life jacket. Everyone aboard should have a properly fitted, U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket available. Children should wear theirs whenever they are on or near the water. •Check the weather. Conditions can change quickly. Check the forecast and be prepared to return to shore if storms or high winds approach. •Avoid alcohol while operating the boat. Alcohol impairs judgment, balance and reaction time. Designate a sober operator before getting underway. •File a float plan. Tell someone where you are going, who is aboard and when you expect to return.

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America’s Boating Club urges Labor Day safety •Inspect your boat. Check the fuel system, battery, lights, navigation equipment, bilge, communications equipment and safety gear before departure. •Know the navigation rules. Maintain a proper lookout, operate at a safe speed

and understand which vessel has the right of way. •Carry communication and emergency equipment. A fully charged phone in a waterproof case is useful, but boaters should also consider a VHF marine radio and

appropriate emergency signaling equipment. •Use an engine cutoff switch. When the boat is underway, the operator should use the engine cutoff switch as required by law and the manufacturer’s recommendations. •Stay alert. Increased boat traffic, swimmers, paddlecraft and changing conditions require everyone aboard to remain attentive. Boaters should also consider having their vessels checked before heading out. America’s Boating Club offers Vessel Safety Checks, giving boaters an opportunity to have qualified examiners review essential safety equipment and identify potential problems before they become emergencies. “Safe boating doesn’t have to be complicated,” Wiedel said in the release. “Wear your life jacket, stay sober and alert, know the rules and be prepared for changing conditions. Those simple steps can make the difference between a memorable holiday weekend and a preventable accident.” For more information about boating safety, educational courses and Vessel Safety Checks, visit America’s Boating Club online —Carolyn James

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Five adults and five children were displaced Tuesday night, September 1, after a fire damaged a home on East Lake Avenue in Massapequa Park. Firefighters were called to the scene at about 8:18 p.m., according to Nassau County Chief Fire Marshal Michael Uttaro. The blaze began in an attached garage before spreading to other areas of the home. The Massapequa Fire Department was the first to arrive and found the occupants had safely evacuated the residence. No residents or firefighters were injured. Firefighters brought the blaze under control within an hour, Uttaro said. However, the extent of the damage left the home uninhabitable, displacing the 10 occupants. Fire officials said smoke detectors were present throughout the home as required and activated during the fire, helping alert those inside. The Village of Massapequa Park Building Department is evaluating the property to determine the next steps. —Carolyn James

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Sherry Bellovin, Bob Cook, owner of Runner’s Edge, Glen Wolther, president and co-founder of All Round Foods, and Myron Bellovin, race director of the Long Island 6 Hour 60th Birthday Celebration Run & Relay, are pictured at the event.

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Long Island 6 Hour run returns to Belmont Lake

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Runners and walkers will return to Belmont Lake State Park on Sept. 27 for the 27th Annual Long Island 6 Hour 60th Birthday Celebration Run & Relay, a sixhour endurance event that will raise money for the Nassau County Firefighters Museum and the Northport Running Club Youth Program. The event, which begins at 8:30 a.m., will also celebrate the 60th birthdays of runners born in 1966, known as the race’s “Class of ‘66.” It will honor the memory of longtime race supporters Fred von der Heydt, Nick Palazzo, Bob Sherman and Vinnie Croce. Participants can run or walk as many or as few miles as they choose during the six-hour event, which follows a 2.5-mile loop through Belmont Lake State Park. Individual competitors and four- and six-person men’s, women’s and coed relay teams will compete to cover the greatest distance. The event will include aid stations, music and a post-race celebration with food and refreshments. “For 27 years, this event has been about much more than endurance,” said Myron Bellovin, race director of the Long Island 6 Hour 60th Birthday Celebration Run & Relay. “It’s about bringing people together, honoring the friends we’ve lost, supporting worthwhile causes and welcoming everyone—from firsttime walkers to experienced ultrarunners—to be part of something special.” All Round Foods is returning as the event’s lead sponsor Glen Wolther, president and co-founder of All Round Foods, said the company is supporting the event because of its emphasis on community and healthy living. “We’re grateful to Glen Wolther and All Round Foods, as well as Vincent and

Suzanne Del-Cid, for their generosity and continued commitment,” said Bellovin. “Their support allows us to preserve this tradition, honor those who came before us and give back to organizations that make a real difference in our community.” “Running has always been about more than competition—it’s about community,” Wolther said. “This event brings together people of every age and ability while honoring the individuals whose vision and dedication built a tradition that has endured for nearly three decades. We’re proud to support an event that celebrates healthy living, gives back to outstanding local organizations and reminds us of the power of people coming together for something bigger than themselves. It’s an honor for All Round Foods to once again be part of this incredible event.” Vincent and Suzanne Del-Cid are also supporting the event. Runner’s Edge will provide raffle prizes, while Woodbury Deli will donate food for the post-race celebration, according to organizers. Some participants use the event as a marathon training run, while others try to cover as many miles as possible or spend the day with fellow runners and walkers. Every participant will receive a commemorative event sweatshirt. Runners born in 1966 who register by Sept. 7 will receive a “Class of ‘66” hooded sweatshirt. Awards will be presented to the top individual finishers and relay teams, followed by the post-race celebration. Registration is open at events.elitefeats.com/26sixhour. Participants can register individually or as members of four- or six-person relay teams.

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JUSTIN DEpIETRo CAREY Senior FOOTBALL ONE OF LONG ISLAND’S most dynamic two-way players, DePietro as a sophomore in 2024 helped lead the Seahawks to a perfect 12-0 season while winning the Piner Award, given to the top linebacker in the county. He had 95 tackles and 6 sacks and also starred at running back with 1,109 yards and 14 touchdowns. Last season, he followed up with 14 more scores, 918 yards, 81 tackles and 4 sacks as Carey finished 7-3.

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Despite season-ending injuries to two of its star defenders from 2025, coach Michael Vitale believes Plainedge’s girls soccer team will not miss a beat. It was a magnificent season as Plainedge marched all the way to the 2025 Nassau County finals before losing 1-0 to Seaford, finishing at 7-2-2, allowing just 11 goals in 11 games. Eleven seniors are back – including nine starters. But another senior, Michela Netto, will miss the season after tearing her ACL last May during club soccer. An All-County centerback and Defensive Player of the Year, Netto has a scholarship to Maryland. “No sense rushing her back,’’ Vitale said. In addition, another defensive type, Kelsey Walsh, will miss the season after hip surgery. No Walsh. No Netto. “We are still a solid team,’’ Vitale said. “Most of the seniors have been here since the ninth grade. We’ll have a couple of new sophomores fill the gap. We’re looking to go all the way.’’ Last season, Plainedge defense ruled but in 2026, the offense may be stronger because of the Netto/Walsh losses. “We have a lot of fast forwards on the team,’’ said senior Samantha Zaccaro, last season’s star midfield orchestrator. “We’re very possessionoriented, most of the girls play competitive soccer. We’ll be able to pass it around and keep possession.’’ The North Massapequa program has four players up

front capable of banging the ball into the net - Siena commit, senior Allison Younghans, sophomore sensation Jackie Frucci, senior Amanda Martone and senior Victoria Truncale. Also a basketball star, Younghans is a rock at midfield/striker. “It’s her aggressiveness and total knowledge of the game,’’ Vitale said. “She reads the ball very well. She dances through people.’’ Frucci, a midfielder/striker, was prolific as a freshman starter, scoring a team-best 9 goals. “She’s quick to the ball and a very skilled player,’’ Vitale said. Martone is a senior striker who has “a wicked left shot,’’ Vitale said. After being shut out in the county finals, Plainedge has more weapons. Another striker who should score is Truncale. Senior midfielder Avery Peters should make a strong midfield tandem with Younghans. Peters’ improvement stems from working at an elite camp at Farmingdale. Plainedge will return its starting goalie, All-Conference junior Cayla Bloom. “She’s even better this year with her training,’’ Vitale said. Because of Netto’s absence, Zaccaro switches from midfield back to defense. She is on the verge of a soccer scholarship from a New England school. “She can play anywhere but we want to solidify the defense with Netto out,’’ Vitale said. Zaccaro, who had 3 goals and 5 assists, likes the change. “Whether outside back or anywhere on defense, you need speed,’’ Zaccaro said. “I think I’m fast enough to defend

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it marks the creation of Adam, the first human being. By the time Adam arrived, a complete world already existed. The heavens, earth, sun, moon, stars, plants, and animals were fully present. Creation was bursting with life. So what was missing? Purpose. The world could exist, but there was no one within it who could recognize its

Creator, consciously choose a relationship with Him, and use their lives to bring meaning to the world. That is what Adam brought into the world. He was not simply the final addition to creation. He gave creation meaning. And that tells us something about the way G-d sees the human being. G-d did not create a world and place us into it as insignificant occupants. He created a world in which human beings have a role to play in fulfilling its purpose. My relationship with G-d, then, is not something He is tolerating despite running an infinite universe. The relationship itself is the reason He created the universe in the first place. He gave each of us the ability to make choices that matter, not only to our own lives, but to the purpose of creation itself. So perhaps this Rosh Hashanah, instead of asking, “Why would G-d care about someone as insignificant as me?” we can ask a different question: “If G-d created the world with a purpose, and created me to help fulfill that purpose, then what would He need from me this year?” That is a very different way to stand before G-d. Not as someone insignificant asking to be noticed, but as someone who has been given a meaningful place in the story of creation. To experience the High Holiday services and for more information, call Rabbi Edelkopf at 516-798-0757 or visit Jewishsouthbay.com

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Sister Rita Smith longtime Massapequa educator Sister Rita Smith, a longtime educator who spent years serving Massapequa students and families, including at Our Lady of Lourdes School in Massapequa Park, died Aug. 23. She was 93 and had been a Sister of St. Dominic of Amityville for nearly 74 years. During her three decades as an elementary school teacher, Sister Rita taught at Our Lady of Lourdes School in Massapequa Park, where she helped guide generations of young students. She also taught at Our Lady of Perpetual Help School in Lindenhurst, as well as schools in South Ozone Park, Riverhead and Hicksville and a child development center in

Westbury. Later in her career, Sister Rita dedicated herself to helping students and families affected by substance abuse. In 1984, she moved into secondary education at St. John the Baptist High School in West Islip, where she recognized the challenges drug and alcohol abuse posed for young people and their families. She earned a certificate in drug and alcohol counseling from South Oaks Institute in Amityville and used those skills while working with students, families and recovery programs. In 2007, Sister Rita became the intake coordinator for the Town of Babylon Division of Drug and Alcohol, continu-

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ing her work with people struggling with addiction. She also provided counseling through Crossings Recovery Centers in Babylon and Deer Park. Born July 20, 1933, in Lindenhurst to Robert and Mary (Walsh) Smith, Rita was one of 12 living children. She and her siblings attended Our Lady of Perpetual Help School, where she was taught by the Sisters of St. Dominic. She later attended Queen of the Rosary Academy in Amityville. Rita entered the Sisters of St. Dominic as a postulant on Sept. 6, 1952. On Aug. 4, 1953, she and her “set,” known as the “Pink Carnations,” received the Dominican habit and she was given the religious name Sister Jude Martin. The group professed First Vows on Aug. 7, 1954, and Final Vows on Aug. 7, 1957. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Molloy College, now Molloy University, in Rockville Centre, a Master of Arts degree in Pastoral Ministry from Immaculate Conception Seminary in

Huntington, and a Certificate in Counseling in Drug and Alcoholism from South Oaks Institute in Amityville. After retiring, Sister Rita continued volunteering in numerous roles. She was remembered by fellow sisters as a quiet peacemaker who was honest, authentic and compassionate, with a gift for making others feel comfortable. They also described her as loyal, prayerful and a great dancer. Sister Rita was predeceased by her parents and all of her siblings. She is survived by many nieces and nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, members of the Sisters of St. Dominic and friends. A wake and funeral were held Sept. 1 at St. Albert Chapel in the Motherhouse in Amityville. Interment in St. Dominic Cemetery will take place at a later date. —Carolyn James

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The Town of Oyster Bay will host its fourth annual Children’s Snapper Derby on Sunday, Sept. 20, at Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park in Oyster Bay. The event, held in conjunction with the town’s Bluefish Tournament, is open to children ages 14 and younger and will run from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. near the park’s fishing pier. “This fun family event is open to youngsters ages 14 and under with fun prizes and awards for winners, as well as giveaways for all participants,” Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino said. “This fun event provides a great opportunity to introduce children to the wonderful recreational sport of fishing.” Participants will compete in two age groups — 7 and younger and 8 to 14 — with first-, second- and third-place prizes award-

ed in each division based on the number of snappers caught. The derby is catch-and-release only. The registration fee is $15. Participants are encouraged to bring their own fishing poles and bait because supplies will be limited. Family activities are scheduled from 1 to 3 p.m. Free refreshments, shirts and raffles will also be available for participants. “We are thrilled to bring this fun event to Theodore Roosevelt Park and invite all children who enjoy fishing to sign up and participate,” Town Clerk Rich LaMarca said. “There will be free refreshments, shirts and raffles for all participants, as well as awards and prizes for top winners.” Online registration begins July 28 at oysterbaytown.com/sports. For information, call t (516) 797-7945.

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Mikulin makes public safety his top priority Senior Correspondent

In office since 2018, Republican Assemblyman John Mikulin may face an easy path to re-election. His Democratic opponent, Sunita Lofters, declined to be interviewed. Mikulin represents the 17th Assembly District, which winds through Massapequa, North Massapequa, Plainedge and South Farmingdale and stretches west to Levittown and East Meadow. A resident of Bethpage, Mikulin, 38, and his wife, Corinne, a librarian in the Hicksville school district, have two sons, 2-year-old Quentin and 2-month-old Zachary. The assemblyman is an active parishioner at St. James Roman Catholic Church, in Seaford. He graduated from Holy Trinity High School, in Hicksville, and earned a bachelor’s degree in government and a master’s in public administration at St. John’s University, and a law degree at Touro Law Center. He has been president of the Island Trees Library board, and served as deputy attorney for the Town of Hempstead before being elected to the Assembly in a special election. The district’s population was 129,463 as of the most recent census, according to Census Reporter. The breakdown by ethnicity is 68 percent white, 16 percent Hispanic, 11 percent Asian and 2 percent Black. Voter enrollment is 38 percent Republican, 29.3 percent Democratic and 28.4 percent independent. In 2024, Mikulin won re-election with 65.3 percent of the vote. He is the ranking member of the Assembly’s Consumer Affairs Committee, and a member of the Codes, Judiciary, Education, Election Law and Banking committees. His priority, as a legislator, Mikulin said, is to con-

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Republican Assemblyman John Mikulin prides himself on helping his constituents with a wide range of issues and problems. tinue advocating for stricter penalties for criminals, especially violent criminals. He regards the Democratic-initiated criminal justice and bail reform legislation as “a disaster.” Mikulin is the sponsor of legislation that would mandate a life sentence without the possibility of parole for anyone who murders a child. “We need to make sure that our people are safe,” he said. “The No. 1 priority of government is to make sure that people are safe, and right now we are failing to do that.” Mikulin voted against the state’s Medical Assis-

tance in Dying Act, which was signed into law by Gov. Kathy Hochul and will allow medical aid to end the lives of terminally ill New Yorkers who have less than six months to live. Mikulin said he believes that the measure does not have the kinds of controls and oversight that it needs. He generally opposes any legislation that would facilitate assisted suicide, but supports palliative care and anything else that is needed to make a person who is terminally ill more comfortable. He is also unequivocal in his opposition to legislation enacted as part of this year’s state budget, in which the state has imposed restrictions on cooperation between local police and federal immigration authorities, and prohibited law enforcement officers from wearing masks while interacting with the public. Mikulin opposes the current practice by the Assembly’s Democratic majority to include unrelated pieces of legislation in the state budget that might not pass scrutiny if introduced on their own. “The budget bill should be a clean bill involving only our finances,” he said. Mikulin prides himself on helping his constituents with individual challenges. “If you call my office, you may not always get the answer that you want,” he said, “but we work to help out each and every individual, no matter who you are and what the problem is.”

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By MIKE POLANSKY

September 9, 2026 — MASSAPEQUA HERALD POST

Courtesy Massapequa school district

The FranklinCovey Institute hosted a leadership workshop for Berner Middle School seventh graders on Aug. 10 and 11, focusing on the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.

Massapequa students take part in leadership workshop Twenty-three seventh graders at Berner Middle School in the Massapequa School District participated in a two-day leadership workshop designed to develop teamwork, resilience and other leadership skills. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens Workshop: Begin With the End in Mind, hosted by the FranklinCovey Institute, was held in the Berner library on Aug. 10 and 11. Through interactive experiences and team-building activities, students explored strategies for becoming more confident, responsible, resilient and effective leaders. Massapequa School District Superintendent William Brennan said the workshop aligns with the district’s Profile of a Learner and Leader and reinforces qualities the district seeks to cultivate in its students. “I’m thrilled that our middle school students are participating in a globally recognized program and that they are actively engaged in this experience,” Brennan said. “They are developing habits of mind and heart to achieve success and are ready to make a positive impact in their school and beyond.” During one activity, students completed a mystery drawing based on vague instructions. Although the drawing was supposed to depict a small house with a sun and tree, the results varied widely.

The exercise demonstrated how difficult it can be to take the right steps without knowing the desired outcome. Students also worked in teams to solve a peg game, with the goal of having one peg remaining. The activity taught them to think ahead and try again if they did not succeed the first time. The presenters were Cat DiGioia, director of curriculum, and Tori Kass, Leader in Me coach, from the FranklinCovey curriculum department. They said the program aligned with the district’s vision and mission and gave students practical tools to develop the competencies of a Massapequa Learner and Leader. Ryan Klebers, the seventh grade class secretary, said he signed up for the workshop because he wanted to become more outgoing and talk to peers he did not know. He said the experience taught him resilience. Ella Schneider, who said she would like to join student government in the future, said her biggest takeaway was learning new strategies to manage time and set priorities. “I think it’s a really fun program and a great way to learn new skills that can go into different aspects of my life,” Ella said. Owen Martin said he wants to lead with kindness and signed up for the workshop to learn how to be an inclusive lead-

Students participated in an interactive game in which they learned how to set priorities.

er who sets an example for others. “I’m learning how to be a leader and how to help other people out,” he said. Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Brian Trapani said several administrators had attended a workshop on FranklinCovey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People and wanted to bring the program to Massapequa’s learn-

ers and leaders. The summer workshop was made available to all rising seventh graders. “The hope would be that they ultimately pass along the leadership traits they learned,” Trapani said, “and exhibit them in their lives, particularly in school to become model students for those around them.”

Ella Schneider, left, and Madison Toomey were among 23 participants in a summer leadership workshop in the Berner library.

Elliana Osa, left, and Naya Raghunath hoped to leave the two-day workshop with new leadership skills.

Seventh graders, from left, Michael Capasso, Riley Malone, Jack Ruddy, James Kestenbaum and Gavin Martin worked together as a team on a peg game with a goal of having one peg remaining.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13

Simpson United Methodist Church Thrift Shop: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 30 Locust Ave., Amityville. For more information, call (631) 789-2569.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14

Nassau County Legislature Committees Meeting: 1 p.m., Theodore Roosevelt Executive and Legislative Building, 1550 Franklin Ave., Mineola. For more information, call (516) 571-6200. Massapequa Fire District Monthly Meeting: 7:30 p.m., District Administration Building, 1 Brooklyn Ave., Massapequa. For more information, call (516) 798-9849.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15

Town of Oyster Bay Town Board Meeting: 10 a.m., Town Board Hear-

was so much fun planning this with my current students and talking with them about how 25 years from now, this is going to be nostalgic for them.” At the recent dedication ceremony, Fairfield Elementary School Assistant Principal Megan Pavlick spoke of the legacy the Fairfield community is passing from generation to generation, beginning with the burial of the first-time capsule for the school’s 75th anniversary. “We honored that legacy by entrusting this year’s fifth grade class with a very special mission: to create

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team low gross, men’s and women’s individual low score and closet to the pin. The entry fee is $40 a person or $160 for a foursome. This fee entitles the participant to a continental breakfast, lunch, awards & a giveaway. Application deadline is September 25. For Information or to Register, please contact the Regional Recreation department at 631.321.3510 or LIParksRecreation@parks.ny.gov.

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Emotional Health Recovery and Support Group: 7:30 to 9 p.m. Free weekly, virtual meeting of Emotions Anonymous, a 12-step support group for anyone experiencing emotional difficulties. For more information, call Steve at (631) 332-0552 or Jill at (516) 220-7808. All calls are confidential.

Pitch & Putt tournament coming to Robert Moses State Park The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation announced the 2026 Pitch & Putt Tournament at Robert Moses State Park. This outing is open to the first 72 registrants who will tee off at 10 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 4 at the Robert Moses Pitch & Putt Golf Course. A rain date for the event is scheduled for Sunday Oct. 11. Prizes and awards will be given for

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Simpson United Methodist Church Thrift Shop: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 30 Locust Ave., Amityville. For more information, call (631)-789-2569.

ing Room, Town Hall North, 54 Audrey Ave., Oyster Bay. For more information, please call (516) 624-6380. Plainedge School District Board of Education Meeting: 7:30 p.m., High School Cafeteria, Plainedge High School, 241 Wyngate Dr., Massapequa. For more information, call (516) 9927450. Emotional Health Recovery and Support Group: 7:30 to 9 p.m., Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9592, 55 Hickory Lane, Levittown. Free weekly, in-person meeting of Emotions Anonymous, a 12-step support group for anyone experiencing emotional difficulties. For more information, call Steve at (631) 332-0552 or Jill at (516) 220-7808. All calls are confidential.

and bury a new time capsule for future generations,” she said. “Twenty-five years from now, another generation of Fairfield students and staff will gather to unearth it, discovering the memories our students have carefully preserved and continuing a tradition that beautifully connects Fairfield’s past, present and future.” Fairfield Elementary School Principal Dr. Kristi Gerhard added, “This time capsule reflects the hopes, memories and spirit of our Fairfield community, creating a lasting connection between today’s students and future generations.” — Carolyn James

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Town of Oyster Bay Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting: 7 p.m., Town Board Hearing Room, Town Hall North, 54 Audrey Ave., Oyster Bay. For more information, call (516) 624-6333. Massapequa School District Board of Education Meeting: 8 p.m., Board Room, 4925 Merrick Rd., Massapequa. For more information, call (516) 3085000.

Afghan Hound has a better résumé than you and me When Herman, an unruly Afghan center of attention. Hound, came home from Monmouth FASHION MODEL County SPCA in New Jersey, my Herman and Audrey are brindle, not friends Annette and Rick Smith of Toms River named him after Herman blondes, but they are called upon to Munster because he was a goof. His pose at Long Island Gold Coast mansions for designers. Their original owner had no conads appear in catalogs or trol and surrendered him. online. Herman has done They took him to live shoots for Anthropologie, with their two rescued Nordstrom, The Children’s female Afghans, Audrey Place, Veronica Beard and and Sarah, and began their in Central Park for Guest in Afghan Hound whisperer Residence, Bradley Cooopmagic, transforming Herer’s girlfriend Gigi Hadid’s man into a canine athlete, wool line. therapy dog and Affie actor. When agents find dogs I tease Annette and call her jobs, you are given a locaBrooke Shields’ Afghan tion and time, but you do Hound Mom. Annette will not find out what company drive to the ends of the your dog is posing for until earth to give her dogs a JOANNE you get to the shoot. Last chance to excel. She trains ANDERSON week, Annette told a nursthem with love, and Rick is ing-home resident that Hertheir harried hairdresser. Herman’s full résumé is too long to man was going to Sands Point castle for print here but here are some highlights: a photo shoot on Monday. The lady said not to worry because she would pray for Herman. She took Annette’s hand and AKC PERFORMANCE SPORTS Herman is titled in rally and Fast- put her other hand on Herman’s head as CAT, while he also enjoys lure cours- she pronounced a touching blessing. Herman was in his glory, while Annette ing. teared up.

Pets, Pets, Pets...

THERAPY DOG

Herman is a certified therapy dog who regularly visits nursing homes and library reading programs for children. Herman is a perfect visitor because he is gentle and loves to be the

TELEVISION

In 2024, Herman and Audrey acted in a spoofy skit for the National Dog Show, broadcast by NBC to an audience of millions on Thanksgiving immediately fol-

lowing Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. They played gossipy Afghans under hairdryers alongside NBC sports broadcaster Mary Carillo, criticizing other canine contestants.

ART AUCTION

During November 2024, Herman was on Park Avenue in New York City to highlight a Jackson Pollock painting at Phillips Auction. Between Herman and the painting was an enlargement of a “Vogue” July 1954 photograph with furniture designer Florence Knoll and her blonde Afghan Hound relaxing where the painting hung in her apartment. Herman’s promos were on Instagram, and the Pollock sold for $15.335 million.

MOVIES

Herman performed in scenes for two movies that will be released soon. In a movie starring Denzel Washington, filmed in Hoboken, an actor walks Herman at night. When he returns home, he finds his apartment was robbed. Last spring, in a film starring Cameron Diaz, Herman acted at the Plaza Hotel in New York City as an Afghan on leash, belonging to a wealthy lady checking in with her Louis Vuitton bags who exasperates the concierge. Herman is her innocent, yet flashy pooch. I am looking forward to staying with my nephew, Herman, next week. I will shower him with adulation, but he has no idea I got him the part in the skit on national television.

Courtesy Dakotasica Studio

Herman posing in front of the Jackson Pollock painting before the 2024 bidding at Phillips Auction House in NYC. The Pollock sold for almost $16 million.

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STEPPING OUT

Dutch Apple Pie Apple-Berry Crisp

Bring the orchard home Apple picking season arrives By Karen Bloom

here’s something quintessentially fall about wandering through an orchard, basket in hand, in search of the perfect apple. As September settles in, we wait for the air to turn crisp and the leaves to begin their colorful transformation. Meanwhile local orchards are coming alive with the sights, scents and flavors of harvest time. There are baskets to fill, cider to sip and plenty of reasons to gather family and friends for a leisurely day outdoors. Apple season typically stretches well into October, giving plenty of time to visit a nearby orchard and bring home a bounty of crisp, juicy fruit. And with dozens of varieties to choose from, there’s an apple for every palate and practically every recipe. For eating fresh, look for favorites such as Honeycrisp, McIntosh, Macoun, Empire and Gala — varieties prized for their crisp texture and sweet-tart flavor. For baking, apples such as Cortland, Empire, Rome, Granny Smith and McIntosh hold their own in pies, crisps, cakes and other autumn favorites. Mixing several varieties can add even more depth of flavor to a dessert. Some apples are particularly well suited to sauces and other dishes. McIntosh and Paula Red, for example, soften beautifully when cooked, while Cortland’s flesh resists browning, making it a natural choice for salads and other recipes where appearance matters. Of course, no orchard outing is complete without fresh-pressed cider — another quintessential taste of the season. Whether you enjoy your apples straight from the tree, baked into a warm dessert or transformed into a savory dish, there’s no better time to celebrate the harvest. So fill your basket, head home and get cooking. These delicious recipes are a perfect way to savor the season, one apple at a time.

Dutch Apple Pie

Pie is always a welcome fall treat, whether

as a scrumptious ending to a meal, or even as a snack. Crust: • 1 cup all-purpose flour • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon shortening • 2 to 3 tablespoons cold water Filling: • 8 cups sliced cored peeled apples • 1/2 cup granulated sugar • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Topping: • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened • 1 cup all-purpose flour • 2/3 cup packed brown sugar • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar In medium bowl, mix 1 cup flour and the salt. Cut in shortening, using pastry blender (or pulling 2 table knives through ingredients in opposite directions), until particles are size of small peas. Sprinkle with cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing with fork until all flour is moistened and pastry almost leaves side of bowl (1 to 2 teaspoons more water can be added if necessary). Gather pastry into a ball. Shape into flattened round on lightly floured surface. Wrap flattened round of pastry in plastic wrap, and refrigerate about 45 minutes or until dough is firm and cold, yet pliable. This allows the shortening to become slightly firm, which helps make the baked pastry more flaky. If refrigerated longer, let pastry soften slightly before rolling. Heat oven to 400° F. On surface sprinkled with flour, using floured rolling pin, roll pastry dough into circle 2 inches larger than 9-inch pie plate. Fold pastry into fourths; place in pie plate. Unfold and ease into plate, pressing firmly against bottom and side and being careful not to stretch pastry, which will cause it to shrink when baked. Trim overhanging edge of pastry

1 inch from rim of pie plate. Fold and roll pastry under, even with plate; flute as desired. In large bowl, toss filling ingredients. Pour into pie plate, mounding apples toward center. In medium bowl, use pastry blender or fingers to mix butter, 1 cup flour and the brown sugar until a crumb forms. Sprinkle evenly over top of pie. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon granulated sugar on top. Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until pie crust and crumb topping are deep golden brown and filling begins to bubble. Transfer to cooling rack to cool.

As summer gives way to fall, head to the garden and celebrate the timeless cycle of planting, harvesting and renewal. Families can dig into the season, get hands in the soil and discover the traditions that connect people, plants and place at Planting Fields Park’s Community Garden. Join Shane Weeks and Tecumseh Ceaser of the Metoac Indigenous Collective for a hands-on morning exploring Indigenous gardening practices, the cultural importance of native plants, sustainable harvesting techniques and the vital tradition of saving seeds for future generations. The experience then continues in the garden, where participants help replenish the soil with nutrient-rich local seaweed before creating native wildﬂower seed balls to take home. It’s a fun way to support pollinators and carry the garden’s spirit of growth into your own backyard.

Saturday, Sept. 10, 10 a.m.-noon. Information available at plantingﬁelds. org or call (516) 922-9210. Planting Fields Park, 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay.

Apple-Berry Crisp

Crumbles and crisps offer the flavor of homemade pie without the fuss of making pastry. • 5 Golden Delicious or Rome apples, peeled, cored, and sliced • 2 cups fresh or frozen blackberries, blueberries, cranberries or raspberries • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon • 1/3 cup unsifted all-purpose flour • 1/8 teaspoon salt • 5 tablespoons butter • 1/3 cup quick rolled oats Note: If using cranberries, add two tablespoons more brown sugar to apple-berry mixture, since cranberries are especially tart. Heat oven to 375° F. Lightly grease a 1 1/2to 2-quart baking dish. In large bowl, combine apples, berries, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; toss to blend. Place appleberry mixture in prepared dish. In medium-sized bowl, combine flour, salt, remaining 1/2 cup brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. With pastry blender or two knives, cut in butter until mixture is crumbly; stir in oats. Sprinkle mixture over apples and bake 40 to 45 minutes or until apples are tender and topping is crisp and golden.

‘The Rocketman Show’ Remember when rock was young? You will after this enthralling show, starring Scotsman Rus Anderson — Elton John’s official stunt and body double for various “Farewell Yellow Brick Road” world tour projects. Hand picked by Elton and David Furnish, it was Rus’ own live Broadway-esque production “The Rocket Man Show” that got him noticed. Rus storms around the stage with a fun-loving sense of flamboyance; part diva, killer vocalist, fierce piano player. His painstaking attention to detail includes wearing spectacular costumes, including Elton’s iconic boots, glasses and jumpsuits from 1973, as well as a sparkly Swarovski tuxedo from 1984.

Thursday, Sept. 17, 8 p.m. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington.

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‘Everybody Loves Raymond: Celebrating 30 Years’

Visit the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame for an immersive exhibit (designed by LIMEHOF Creative Director, renowned designer Kevin O’Callaghan). It features the 70-foot-wide set from the show’s recent 30th anniversary TV special on CBS, never before on display. Visitors can walk into the world of the Barone family and explore their home through original studio sets, which include the living room, the kitchen and other areas of the house. Also see a variety of iconic items, including original clothing, the famous fork and spoon, and the Christmas toaster, among other classic items from the series. Multimedia clips, including behind the scenes and rare out-takes and a range of related videos play in LIMEHOF’s surround sound theater. • Where: 97 Main St., Stony Brook • Time: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. • Contact: limusichalloffame.org or (631) 689-5888

Massapequa BOE meets The Board of Education holds their next meeting. All are welcome to attend. • Where: Massapequa High School Board Room, 4925 Merrick Rd., Massapequa • Time: 8 p.m. • Contact: 516) 308-5000.

An evening with Kelly Bishop Molloy’s Madison Theatre and Theodore’s Books will presents an evening with award-winning actress Kelly Bishop. Best known for her role as Emily Gilmore on the Emmy Award-winning series “Gilmore Girls,” Bishop discusses her memoir, “The Third Gilmore Girl,” and reflect on her six-decade career in entertainment, including her Tony Award-winning performance in the original Broadway production of “A Chorus Line” and roles in “Dirty Dancing” and other acclaimed projects. Each ticket includes a paperback copy of her memoir. • Where: Molloy University, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: madisontheatreny.org or (516) 323-4444

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Massapequa Park 9/11 Remembrance

Mayor Daniel Pearl and the Massapequa Park Village Board of Trustees hold a remembrance ceremony, marking the 25th anniverarsary of the terrorist attacks at the 9/11

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Tea and Tour

Old Westbury Gardens welcomes visitors to enjoy a delightful afternoon tea at Orchard Hill, featuring an elegant spread of tea sandwiches, scones, and desserts, perfectly paired with a selection of fine teas. After your meal, enjoy a seasonal garden tour led by one of our knowledgeable volunteer docents. $65 • Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury • Time: 1-3 p.m. • Contact: oldwestburygardens. org or call (516) 333-0048

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Michael Carbonaro

Michael Carbonaro returns with Wonderboy, his all-new live tour from the star of truTV’s “The Carbonaro Effect.” Packed with audience participation, sly improv, and his signature reality-twisting illusions, Carbonaro delivers a high-energy, laugh-filled experience for all ages. Part magician, part comedian, all mischief-maker —Wonderboy is where magic is the superpower, laughter is the sidekick and reality doesn’t stand a chance. The multi-talented actor-magician-comedian has built a career turning the ordinary into the extraordinary. Best known for his hit “The Carbonaro Effect,” he’s made millions laugh in astonishment by blending quick-witted comedy with jaw-dropping illusions in everyday settings. Now he delights everyone with his newest adventure, Michael Carbonaro: Wonderboy — a tour where audiences discover him as the Hero of Mischief, in a world where magic is the superpower and laughter is the sidekick. An accomplished actor, he’s appeared in “Law & Order: SVU,” “CSI: Miami,” and “Grey’s Anatomy,” among other projects. As a magician, he’s been named Magician of the Year by the Academy of Magical Arts and is the sole recipient of the Copperfield Prize, awarded for elevating the art of magic itself. A performing magician • Where: The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington since his youth, Carbonaro studied experimental theater at New York University with the • Time: 7:30 p.m. aspirations of entertaining audiences through a variety of theatrical mediums, including hidden-camera magic, which he later showcased frequently on late night TV, prior to his own • Contact: ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com series. Bringing wonder, mischief and magic to the stage — reality doesn’t stand a chance. monument in front of Village Hall. • Where: 151 Front St., Massapequa Park • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: (516) 798-0244

Thrift Shop Stop by Simpson United Methodist Church’s Thrift Shop for some unique finds. • Where: 30 Locust Ave., Amityville • Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. • Contact: (631) 789-2569

St. Mary’s Thrift Shop Stop by St. Mary’s Thrift Shop to check out some found treasures. Choose from collectibles, glassware, clothing and other gently used items. • Where: St. Mary’s, 175 Broadway, Amityville (enter from rear parking lot) • Time: 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. • Contact: (631) 464-4899

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Thrift Shop Stop by Stop by the First United Methodist Church for their weekly thrift shop. Browse among varied items.

• Where: First United Methodist Church, 25 Broadway, Amityville

• Time: 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. • Contact: (631) 264-0152 or email amitychurch1792@gmail. com

This group meets weekly, in person with Emotions Anonymous, a 12-step support group for anyone experiencing emotional difficulties.

Plainedge BOE mets

• Where: Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9592, 55 Hickory Lane, Levittown • Time: 7:30-9 p.m. • Contact: Steve at (631) 332-0552 or Jill at (516) 220-7808. All calls are confidential.

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Plainedge Board of Education holds their next meeting. All are welcome to attend.

• Where: High School Cafeteria, Plainedge High School, 241 Wyngate Dr., Massapequa • Time: 7:30 p.m. • Contact: (516) 992-7450

Farmingdale Library Cinema Farmingdale Public Library shows the 1991 comedy-horror film, “Nothing but Trouble,” starring Chevy Chase and John Candy. A businessman and his friends are captured by a sadistic judge and his equally odd family in a bizarre mansion in the backwoods. • Where: 116 Merritts Road, Farmingdale. • Time: 10 a.m.-noon and 1:30-4 p.m. • Contact: farmingdalelibrary.org or (516) 249-9090

Emotional Health Recovery Support Group

Harmonize with Long Island Harmonizers Love to sing? So do the Long Island Harmonizers. The Barbershop Harmony Society chapter is a chorus of more than 20 singers, now welcoming new members. The ensemble performs four-part a cappella harmony in the barbershop style, entertaining audiences at local events. All are welcome to visit one of their weekly rehearsals. Come listen, meet the chorus, and — if you’d like — join in and sing. No musical experience is necessary, just a love of singing and a desire to have fun making music together. • Where: Faith Lutheran Church, 231 Jackson Ave, Syosset • Time: Tuesdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. • Contact: Rich, (516) 521-4779, or Dennis, (516) 680-8036, or visit longislandharmonizers.org

Celebrating Alexander’s Angels

Showcasing what people with Down Syndrome can do, Alexander’s Angels Got Talent, AAGT, performs at the Madison Theater. Admission is $15. • Where: Madison Theatre, Molloy University,1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre • Time: 8 p.m. • Contact: madisontheatreny.org

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Battle of the Decades

Take a musical journey through three unforgettable eras at Battle of the Decades at the Madison Theatre at Molloy University. The high-energy tribute concert features Radio Gold performing hits from the 1970s, Rock of 80’s celebrating the biggest anthems of the 1980s and Reality Bites bringing the sound of the 1990s to life. The evening will also include the presentation of the Ted Fass Music Scholarship to an incoming Molloy University music student. • Where: 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre • Time: 7:30 p.m. • Contact: madisontheatreny.org or (516) 323-4444

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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 6:00-9:00PM The Heritage Club at Bethpage 99 Quaker Meeting House Road Farmingdale, New York

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File No. 2025-3682/A S U R R O G AT E ’ S COURT, NASSAU COUNTY CITATION THE PEOPLE OF T H E S TAT E O F NEW YORK, By the Grace of God Free and Independent TO: G r a s s i Ad v i s or y Group Office of the NYS Attorney General Jasper Surety, Attorney-In-Fact, Great Midwest Insurance Company an d any and a l l unknown persons whose names or parts of whose names and whose place or places of residence are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained, distributees, heirs-atlaw and next-of-kin of the said Katherine Grodecki, deceased, and if any of the said distributees named specifically or as a class be dead, their legal representatives, their husbands or wives, if any, distributees and successors in interest whose names and/or places of residence and post office addresses are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained. A petition having been duly filed by Nassau County Public Administrator, who is domiciled at 240 Old Country Road, Mineola, New York 11501. YOU ARE HEREBY CITED TO SHOW CAUSE before the Surrogate’s Court, Nassau County, at 262 Old Country Road, Mineola, New York, on October 21st, 2026, at 10:00 o’clock in the fore noon of that day, why the account of Nassau County Public Administrator, a summary

Public Notices of which has been served herewith, as Administrator of the estate of Katherine Grodecki, should not be judicially settled. [X] Further relief sought (if any): 1. R e l e a s i n g a n d discharging the Petitioner from all liability, responsibility and accountability as to all matters set forth in the account of proceedings; 2. Allowing the commissions of the Petitioner in the amount of $4,534.32 pursuant to SCPA 2307(1) and the reasonable and necessary expenses of the office in the amount of $906.86 pursuant to SCPA 1207(4); 3. Fixing and determining the attorney’s fees and disbursements of Mahon, Mahon, Kerins & O'Brien, LLC attorney for petitioner in the amount of $25,000.00 as and for legal fees and $2,975.81 as and for disbursements, for a total of $27,975.81, of which $475.81 has been paid and $27,500 is unpaid; 4. Fixing and determining the accounting fees of Grassi & Co, CPA’s, PC in the amount of $6,000.00 of w h i ch NON E has been paid and $6,000.00 is unpaid; 5. Directing each of you claiming to be a distributee of the Decedent to establish proof of your kinship and show cause why the balance of said funds should not be paid to said alleged distributees upon proof of kinship or deposited with the New York State Comptroller on account for the unknown next of kin of Katherine Grodecki, decedent, should said alleged distributees default herein or fail to establish proof

of kinship; 6. Releasing and discharging the surety; 7. Granting such other and further relief as to the Court is just and proper. Dated, Attested, and Sealed, HON. HON. DAVID P. SULLIVAN JUD GE OF THE S U R R O G AT E ’ S COURT August 27, 2026 Surrogate (Seal) s / D e b r a Ke l l e r Leimbach Chief Clerk Richard T. Kerins, Esq. Signature of Attorney Print Name of Attorney Mahon, Mahon, Kerins & O'Brien, LLC (516) 538-1111 Firm Name Telephone 254 Nassau Boulevard South, Garden City S outh, New York 11530 rkerins@mmkolaw. com Address Email (optional) NOTE: This citation is served upon you as required by law. You are not required to appear. If you fail to appear it will be assumed that you do not object to the relief requested. You have a right to have an attorney appear for you, and you or your attorney may request a copy of the full account from the petitioner or petitioner’s attorney. Estate of Katherine Grodecki File No. 2025-3682/ A Accounting Citation New York Surrogate's Court Forms JA-6 (2/2006) -PAGE 1 of 2© 2026 Matthew Bender & Company, Inc., a member of LexisNexis. 26-170 9/9, 16, 23, 30

NOTICE OF FORMATION of Fran kie’s C of fe e Beans, LLC. Arts of Org filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on (07/30/26) Office location: Nassau C o u n t y. S S N Y designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to (211 Foster Av e n u e , Va l l e y Stream, NY 11580). Purpose: any lawful act. 26-161. 8/26, 9/2, 9, 16, 23, 30 NOTICE OF F OR M AT ION of JDL PTA WORKS, PLLC. Arts of Org filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on (08/11/26) Office lo c at ion: Nass au C o u n t y. S S N Y designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to (211 Foster Av e n u e , Va l l e y Stream, NY 11580). Purpose: any lawful act. 26-160. 8/26, 9/2, 9, 16, 23, 30 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Nassau, Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, as Owner Trustee of the Residential Credit Opportunities Trust IX-B, Plaintiff, vs. MCR Development Corp., ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on July 27, 2026, 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

Registration open for fall fitness classes in O’Bay Massapequa residents can register now for the Town of Oyster Bay’s fall fitness classes, with programs for adults offered at the Hicksville Athletic Center. The 10-week programs are open to anyone 18 and older and include ballroom dancing, Cardio Kickboxing, Pilates, yoga, Zumba and Yoga/Meditation. Classes begin Sept. 27. “Our great fall programs provide a fun, energizing way for residents to stay active while joining with friends or meeting new people,” Councilwoman Vicki Walsh said, in a release. “Residents can participate in a variety of activities, including Cardio Kick-boxing, Yoga, Zumba, Pilates, Ballroom Dancing, and Meditation.” The fall schedule includes: • Ballroom Dancing: Saturdays, 7 to 8 p.m., beginning Oct. 3 • Cardio Kickboxing: Thursdays, 8 to 9 p.m., beginning Oct. 1 • Pilates: Mondays, 8 to 9 p.m., beginning Sept. 28 • Yoga: Sundays, 8:45 to 9:45 a.m., beginning Sept. 27; Tuesdays, 8 to 9 p.m.,

beginning Sept. 29; Thursdays, 7 to 8 a.m., beginning Oct. 1; Saturdays, 9 to 10 a.m., beginning Oct. 3 • Zumba: Mondays, 6:45 to 7:45 p.m., beginning Sept. 28; Wednesdays, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., beginning Sept. 30; Saturdays, 7:45 to 8:45 a.m., beginning Oct. 3 • Yoga/Meditation: Tuesdays, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., beginning Sept. 29; Saturdays, 8:15 to 9:15 p.m., beginning Oct. 3 Registration opens at 5 p.m. Sept. 2 for Town of Oyster Bay residents and at 9 a.m. Sept. 9 for nonresidents. Residents who have not previously used the registration portal must upload proof of residency, such as a tax or utility bill, along with valid identification. The registration fee is $75 for Town residents and $100 for nonresidents. Participants must bring their own mats for Yoga, Pilates, Cardio Kickboxing and Yoga/Meditation. Class schedules are subject to change, and if a session is canceled, make-up days will be attempted. For more information, call (516) 7977945 or email tobparks@oysterbay-ny.gov.

Amityville community garage sale The Village of Amityville will be hosting their Community Garage Sale on Sept. 12 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Browse and shop unique items at dozens of homes. In case of inclement weather,

a rain date will be scheduled for Sept. 19. For more information, please call (631) 264-6000. Please visit Amityville.gov for sale locations.

Public Notices Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on October 1, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 328 Cypress Street, Massap equa, NY 11758 a/k/a 328 Cypress Street, Massapequa Park, NY 11762. 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 Massapequa Park, in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 48, Block 144 and Lots 35, 36 and 88. Approximate amount of judgment is $997,258.05 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #618388/2022.

Jared Kasschau, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 250371-1 26-165 9/2,9, 16, 23 Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA0340-26-124781 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 4245 Austin Blvd, Island Park, NY 11558, County of Nassau, f or on pre m i s e s consumption at Chico Sports Bar LLC. 26-166. 9/2, 9

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA0340-26-124637 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 230 Merrick Road, Rockville Centre, NY 11570, County of Nassau, f or on pre m i s e s consumption at The Gourmand Social LLC. 26-167. 9/2, 9 Notice of Self Storage Sale Please take notice Safeguard Self Stor age # 1 90 11 3 located at 6000 Sunrise Highway

Ma s s ap e q u a N Y 11758 intends to hold a sale of the property stored in the below listed Storage Spaces. The public sale shall occur as an online auction via www. storagetreasures. com on 9/24/2026 at 10:30AM. Unless listed below, the contents consist of household goods, furnishings and garage essentials. Danielle Mardorf Unit #0110; Regina Ragusa Unit #1409; Carl Robert Webber Jr Unit #3232; Laura L Anderson Unit #3356; Thomas E Settel Unit #3403. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. S ee manager for details. 26-169. 9/9, 16

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ong Island is getting older. Over the past decade, Nassau and Suffolk counties have added more residents over age 65 than anywhere else in the state. More than a halfmillion older adults call this place home, and they’re not all flocking to Florida. Long Island retirees aren’t uniformly downsizing or decelerating. They’re rejecting the outmoded idea that chronological age determines how we should live. In a world of 30-year retirements and second and third acts, a single number can no longer capture a person’s capacity, purpose or potential. We propose a different framework: your “feels-like” age. Your chronological age tells you how long you have lived. Your feels-like age reflects how you are living — the combined influence of your psychological outlook, social connections, physical health and environment. It is fluid, and offers a far more accurate picture of where you are in your aging journey. To understand feels-like age, consider

Carmen Herrera. Born in 1915, Herrera painted in relative obscurity for over a half-century. She worked in a small New York City loft, lived modestly and sold almost nothing. Things finally changed in 2004, when, at age 89, she was connected with a gallery owner who needed to fill a slot for a show. That show was her breakthrough: Critics embraced her, and she earned exhibitions at the Whitney Museum of American Art and the Museum of Modern Art. And even after achieving this recognition, she continued to paint daily, well past 100. Though Herrera’s chronological age was “late life,” her feels-like age aligned with what we call the SettledIn stage. Psychologically, she was ambitious; socially, she was networking; physically, she was continuing to create. The number 89 was, well, just a number, describing little else than how long she had lived. Feels-like aging acknowledges physical realities, but recognizes that vitality is multi-dimensional. A person’s lived

stage is defined by more than just biology — it is a product of mindset, relationships and purpose. Our aging journey is nonlinear. It is about movement across different flexible stages of aging that do not need to occur in sequence. We call that movement the “flicker.” People can move forward and backward across stages, depending on a range of factors and interventions. To understand this, consider Howard. In his early 80s, Howard lived in Florida, and had once embraced an active outdoor lifestyle. Over time, chronic knee pain narrowed his world. He felt older than his 82 years, and was drifting toward what we would describe as the Supported Living stage — because of only one factor, his knees, which were off balance. At his wife’s urging, Howard underwent knee-replacement surgery. Recovery restored his mobility and confidence, and he returned to the activities he had shared with his wife. “I feel like I’m 70 again,” he told us. Howard “flick-

ered” because intervention and intention changed his trajectory. Taken together, feels-like age and flicker give us a framework for taking full advantage of lifespans. The shift can be transformative. When people see themselves as capable of movement — of entering a new stage, of regaining capacity, of redefining purpose — they plan differently. They invest in prevention, as Howard did. They pursue lifelong work and creativity, as Herrera did. Retirement becomes redesign, not retreat, and aging becomes a process to navigate, not dread. When we think about Herrera’s late-life artistic ascent, or Howard’s return to mobility, we see that the calendar cannot fully define a human being. Our passions, potential and choices are what truly shape us. Stuart C. Kaplan is chief executive officer of Selfhelp Community Services Inc. Marcus Riley is the founder of the Booming Ageing Agency. They are the coauthors of “Your Aging Advantage.”

The United States needs to be a dependable ally

hether it’s the war in Iran, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, China’s expansionism or the continuing threat of Islamist terrorism, the United States and the world are faced with crises from multiple directions. This should be a time when nations with common values and interests forge a united front, no matter our policy differences or personality clashes. The most significant example of this unity occurred at the close of World War II, when the U.S., Canada and the countries of Western Europe put aside historic differences and rivalries to unite against the common threat of world communism emanating from the Soviet Union by forming NATO, which became the largest and most successful military and governmental alliance in human history. After centuries of conflict, including World Wars I and II, which resulted in the deaths of hundreds of thousands of Americans, NATO ultimately caused the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, and prevented the inva-

sion of one country by another on the continent of Europe for 75 years, until Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022. As the world’s lone superpower, the U.S. was the main force within NATO, providing troops on the ground in various countries, a nuclear umbrella for all of the organization’s members and, most important, our credibility and commitment. The member countries were of course also essential to NATO’s success, coordinating their military units under an American Supreme Command and pledging unity. No wonder it has been Russian President Vladimir Putin’s long-held dream to somehow bring about NATO’s dissolution. NATO demonstrated its commitment to stand united when it responded so quickly and forcefully to the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. Though no other NATO country was attacked and there was no war on European soil, countries responded with troops, courage and ability. Great Britain, Denmark, Canada, Poland and Italy would suffer casualties at a per-capita rate which approached our own. Previously, in the successful Operation Desert Storm against Iraq in 1991, countries such as Britain and

France sent troops to fight alongside American forces. NATO did, however, develop lingering deficiencies. Its over-reliance on the United States led to a continuing failure by member countries to meet their financial commitments to the alliance. I recall being at a meeting in London with Britain’s defense minister as far back as 1997, where he acknowledged the fear of NATO’s becoming a “paper tiger.” It is to Present Trump’s credit that he effectively saved the alliance by pressuring its member nations to pay up. Trump’s more recent actions, however — his threats to take Greenland from Denmark, engaging in a tariff war with Canada while referring to it as our 51st state, his exchange of insults with Italy’s prime minister, Giorgia Meloni, and his attack on Pope Leo— have only weakened NATO. Similarly, Trump’s withdrawal of troops from Poland and Germany, and cuts in aid to Ukraine, have raised doubts about American credibility and reliability. Also damaging to the alliance was the failure to coordinate strategy with NATO countries before beginning the war against Iran. (This was so contrary to the close cooperation I saw between American

s strong as we are, maintaining alliances is vital to our national security.

and British generals when I had visited Afghanistan.) This has resulted in Britain’s refusal to provide its minesweeping capability to Trump in the Strait of Hormuz, and Meloni’s denying us use of air bases in Italy. These actions, on both sides, are shortsighted, and counterproductive to everyone. There is no doubt that the United States is the superpower and indispensable partner in the alliance. It is also true that our relationship with NATO, and our actions and level of support for Ukraine, South Korea, Taiwan and Israel, are watched carefully by our adversaries China, Iran, North Korea, Al Qaeda and ISIS, as well as by our allies and friendly nations such as Japan and the Philippines in the Pacific and Egypt, Jordan and the United Arab Emirates in the Middle East. As strong as the U.S. is, maintaining alliances and international support is vital to our national security. Isolationist policies such as America First and Fortress America have failed us in the past, and we can’t afford to rely on, or even experiment with them again. We live in an ever more dangerous, threatening world. We cannot risk America First becoming America Alone. 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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ept. 11, 2001, remains a defining moment for anyone who lived through it. For some, it is remembered in exact detail — where they were standing, who they were with, what they saw and the moment they realized that life as they knew it had changed forever. For others, particularly those born after the terrorist attacks, it is history. They learn about it in school, see photos and videos and hear stories from parents, grandparents and teachers. But 25 years later, the challenge for all of us is the same: How do we remember Sept. 11 in a meaningful way, and how do we help those who continue to live with its consequences? In the middle of unimaginable horror, people helped one another. Strangers carried strangers. First responders risked their lives for people they did not know. Communities opened their doors. Ordinary people performed extraordinary acts of courage and kindness. Long Islanders were in the thick of 9/11, as volunteer fire departments from across Nassau and Suffolk counties, many with FDNY firefighters, raced to the site. Baldwin’s Bob Beckwith, a retired city fireman, responded, and three days later stood with President George W. Bush atop the rubble in a defining image of the attacks’ aftermath. Roosevelt High School students creat-

ed a memorial garden honoring two graduates who died at ground zero. Students at Deasy Elementary School, in Glen Cove, made stuffed animals for children who lost parents in the attacks. Scouts from across Suffolk collected 153,000 bottled drinks in 70 hours for rescue workers. The attacks brought a sense of insecurity and a horrifying realization that we could not control what was happening around us. Nearly 3,000 people were killed at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and in Pennsylvania, including 497 Long Islanders. Families lost parents, children, siblings and friends. First responders ran toward danger, and countless others demonstrated extraordinary courage simply by helping strangers. In the succeeding years, children grew up without mothers or fathers. Some followed in their parents’ footsteps, becoming police officers, firefighters or other public servants to honor those they lost. Grandchildren were born who never had the opportunity to know the people whose names are spoken every Sept. 11. For many families, the anniversary isn’t simply a day on the calendar. It can bring back memories, grief and questions that never fade away. That is why remembering matters. Memorials, ceremonies and the simple

act of saying the names of those we lost are vital ritual. We remember everyone who died, we remember those who died later from illnesses connected to their work at ground zero, and we remember the families that were left behind. The anniversary is a day for reflection and service — much like Memorial Day and Veterans Day, when we pause to recognize sacrifice and those who served something greater than themselves. Honor their memory through action. Help a neighbor. Support a first responder or veteran. Visit a memorial, take part in a community service project, or teach a child why Sept. 11 still matters. Children should learn about that day in age-appropriate ways, understanding both the tragedy and the remarkable response of people who came together. These lessons are important. Twenty-five years is a long time. But it is not long enough to forget. So say the names. Remember the lives. Honor the families. Thank those who responded. Support those still suffering. And then do something good. The Herald’s 9/11 special section seeks to do just that. Through the memories and experiences of people who lived through or lost someone on that horrific day, and were forever changed, we hope to show that Sept. 11 isn’t just something that happened 25 years ago. It is part of our history, and part of our present.

letterS We were unified after Sept. 11. What’s happened since then? To the Editor: The aftermath of Sept. 11 was a lost opportunity for this country to be much stronger and united. For a very brief time, we grieved, suffered, and consoled one another, despite differences in race, ethnicity, religion and politics. At the time, the feeling was that we had taken a quantum leap in our tolerances and respect for one another. For many, a spiritual awakening was activated to strengthen our resiliency as well. Who would believe the shelf life of this unity would expire in so short a time? This teaching moment was fleeting, and in many ways has been forgotten. We are now more divided politically, led by our two parties. We are angrier in our discourse, often misinformed, and less patient with our differences. We attack the

person, not the ideas. We are more distrustful — and in many cases, the mainstream media plays their role in this. The sadness is that we could have been better

as a country, but regressed to our darker side. TONY GIAMETTA Oceanside

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s the 2026-27 academic year gets under way, it’s a good time to get motivated for the challenges and opportunities ahead, whether you’re a student, a parent or a teacher like me. The next nine to 10 months will be a time of growth, and include the occasional hurdle that will require us to employ old and new knowledge and skills. It would certainly help to be inspired by someone as you take on a new year. Well, how about an entire team? I have been a professor of sport management for 21 years, 16 as a full-time professor at Farmingdale State College. I am also a huge sports fan. And in that time, not one team I closely follow — the New York Jets, Mets, Knicks and

Georgetown University basketball — had won a championship. That is 83 years of futility. Tack on the years since the Mets won in 1986, that’s another 20 years and another 80 seasons of no championships. That is a lot of losing. In fact, A.I. told me that the odds of none of my teams winning a title in 40 years was extremely low, roughly 0.44 percent. So you can imagine how strange, and great, it feels now, as I approach a new school year with a Knicks title under my belt. Teaching sports management, I find a lot of motivation in working with students who are going to be the future leaders in this growing industry. But have I felt joy? Not really. To see your favorite teams lose year after year — and my teams seemed to lose a lot of painful games — sapped the joy out of being a fan. I’ve always felt like an out-

sider in the world of fandom, jealous of others around the country whose teams achieved their ultimate goal. We’re New York fans, for God’s sake. We deserved better! Well, 2026-27 is shaping up to be very different. The magical playoff ride that started for the Knicks in April and culminated with an NBA championship in June continues on for us fans. At least it does for me. Frankly, though, I’m not sure what that means, or how I should behave at school. After spending the past few months fist-bumping and high-fiving strangers in the street, in restaurants, on the train and on the subway, do I now continue that in the classrooms and hallways at Farmingdale? Can I keep saying, “Knicks in five!” as I do to my wife, members of my extended family and my best friends — but now to students and fellow professors? I sure hope so.

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Turns out that urge is likely very normal. According to Todd Rogers, a professor of Public Policy at the Harvard Kennedy School who leads the Fandom and Social Connection Initiative, “Fandom is a very communal phenomenon and has the potential to increase the quantity and quality of our relationships.” All I can say is that I’m hyped. I have an energy now that I realize has been absent for the past 21 years. I know that I’ve always given students my best, but the effort was devoid of the joy that comes with cheering with thousands of other New Yorkers who share the beauty of being a sports fan — connection, camaraderie and community. I don’t ask students who their favorite teams are, but I’m confident that many I’ll interact with this year are Knicks fans, and that they’re hyped as well. And that will make this year unlike any other. Sarbjit Singh is an associate professor of sports management at Farmingdale State College.

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