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Neighbors helping neighbors. That’s what Valley Stream is all about. And what it continues to be. We looked out for each other all through the Covid-19 crisis. Everyone stepped up during this challenging time: grocery stores and other necessary retailers, community organizations, civic leaders, local officials, etc. 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.
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Now that we have emerged from the pandemic with vaccines and medical advances in our arsenal, we are ready to charge ahead with optimism and renewed vigor.
In this edition of our annual Living In Valley Stream, we look at all that is wonderful about this lively village. A special publication of your hometown newspaper, it’s published in cooperation with the Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce. We are honored to mark another year as the chamber's official Wepublication.hope you find this issue useful and informative, and that you enjoy reading the Valley Stream Herald 52 weeks a year. Be well and be safe.
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the crisis, the Valley Stream Herald remained steadfast in informing everyone of the impact of the pandemic, and also all of the great things individuals, stores, police, firefighters, schools and community leaders were doing to keep moving forward. 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.
The pandemic tested all of us beyond our limits. Valley Stream, however, remains strong. This village is full of fighters. And as the pandemic shifts to endemic stage and we fully resume our lives, we are all reinvigorated and re Throughoutenergized.
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American Legion Post 854 20-21
Did You Know 8
Elected Officials 26
On the cover: The Vargas family enjoys the Hendrickson Park Photo:poolTim Baker
Mayor's Greeting Letter 6
Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce 28-30
American Legion Post 854
A pillar of patriotism 20
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Valley Stream HERALD 2022-2023 www.liherald.com eat • Play • Shop CHAMBEROF COMMERCE VALLEY STREAMSIInde: • a look at rockaway avenue • the proud legacy of american legion Post 854 Fletcher avenue — home to the ‘jewel’ of the Valley Stream
Village Green 24-25
DeMarino Way 12-13
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Passion for the streets
Reach the Herald 19
Rockaway Avenue 22-23
Chamber President's Letter 7
Publisher's Letter 3
Hendrickson Park
We drive them. We walk them. We live on them. We work, we play — every aspect of our lives can be tied straight back to a street. They are the heart of our community. You can't get anywhere unless you're on a street. In this year's Living in Valley Stream, we explore the very streets that make Valley Stream what it is. From the businesses, to the parks, to even the town square. There's a story behind every street, and we hope you'll enjoy these stories, learning more about the community all of us love.
Clubs and Organizations 10
Places of Worship 14
FEATURED
At the heart of Valley Stream 16
Cover design: Jeffrey A. Negrin
Hendrickson Park 16-18 Numbers 9
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Rich in more than 100 acres of pristine parkland, abundant in recreational activities for residents of all ages — and a mere 30 minutes to the heart of Midtown Manhattan — Valley Stream is a suburban oasis close to metro New York and major air, rail, and road transportation that connects us to the world! From baseball and soccer fields, to basketball, tennis — and now, pickleball courts, a miniature golf course, and a magnificent resort-style pool complex — Valley Stream offers a huge variety of recreational outlets.
Our village staff takes great pride in providing great services to our residents. The summer brings outdoor concerts and movies, the Barrett Park Camp program, the Farmers Market, and wildly popular car shows. Throughout the year, there are always plenty of seasonal activities for all to enjoy.
As a lifelong Valley Streamer, I am proud to call this village my home. The entire village board joins me in urging you to take advantage of all that is offered here!
The latest U.S. Census has put Valley Stream’s population above 40,000, which is an increase of nearly 2,000 people in the last decade. Clearly, people want to live here in our bustling, clean and friendly village!
Edwin Fare, Mayor of Valley Stream
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Abounding in civic spirit, Valley Stream is fortunate to have a uniquely dedicated group of citizens who donate their time and talents to the betterment of our community. Our village’s volunteers include the members of the historical society, the brave men and women of the fire department, first-rate auxiliary police and civilian patrols, and organizations catering to residents of all ages — from our youth council to our Silver Threads. Our website at VSVNY.org, as well as our social media platforms, provides a great way to keep informed of everything that is going on around Valley Stream. The Mayor’s Helpline — (855) 99MAYOR — is another way for the public to let us know of any concerns.
Pool-goers at the Arthur J. Hendrickson Park pool complex enjoy the last bit of summer with flowers in bloom.
Dear Friends,
It is my pleasure to extend greetings on behalf of the entire village board; Deputy Mayor John Tufarelli; Trustees Vincent Grasso, Dermond Thomas and Sean Wright; Village Justice Melanie Jenkins, and Village Clerk James Hunter.
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learn about local issues. We accept members at any time.We are happy to have community involvement in many ways of which the public may not be aware. We award scholarships to graduating high school seniors, and members participate in career days. We gift the winter holiday decorations that are on display around the village.
a message from the Valley stream Chamber president
The chamber is the co-sponsor of the Fourth of July fireworks with the village. It is the best show around. The chamber is also a major sponsor of the Community Fest since it originated. The summer’s Rockaway Avenue Car Show is sponsored by VSCC. We have also sponsored the Summer Concert Series.Members of our group have recently been participating in Clean-Up Days — picking up garbage off major roadways. We also arrange ribbon cuttings to welcome new businesses, and we also march in the Memorial Day Parade.
As president of Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce, I’d like to remind our community to shop local. Our businesses are the backbone of our community.
Greetings! The Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce is an organization composed of local business people, meetmonthlyopportunityOureducationalorganizationscommunityandinstitutions.membershavethetomeettonetwork,localleaders,and
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Just recently, the chamber received a grant from PSEG which was used to spruce up the Gibson
business area by purchasing new plants.
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1185139 VALLEY STREAM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE P.O. Box 1016 Valley Stream, New York 11582-1016 (516) 825-1741 Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce Serving the Community for more than 55 years Please patronize our member businesses listed in this Guide and contact us for more information on the Chamber or our Member Businesses.Thank you.
A branch line of the South Side railroad was opened in Far rockaway in 1869. Valley Stream was the juncture point, and appeared for the first time on the timetable.
the 1970 movie 'the Honeymoon Killers' was partially set in Valley Stream. At one point the character 'Ray' rents a house in Valley 1990PortionsStream.ofthefilm
the Netflix show 'maniac' filmed some scenes in Valley Stream.
Reggae artist Shaggy lives in Valley Stream.
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A Hanukkah menorah was lit for the first time at the Valley Stream Long Island Rail Road station in 1992.
'Goodfellas' were filmed in Valley Stream.
Valley Stream did not receive its name until 1852. It was called names like Rum Junction, Cookie Hill and Tiger town before its official naming.
Cyndi lauper lived on the west side of Valley Stream before her rise to fame with hit songs like 'Girls Just Wanna Have Fun.'
In the mid-1880s, Valley Stream bore the nickname 'Skunk’s misery' because of the stench a fertilizer company brought upon the village.
Valley Stream became part of Nassau County, with a population of about 800, in 1898.'the Fields Breathe Sweet' was written by Alzono Gibbs in 1963 about the founding of Valley Stream by Dutch homesteaders in his first young adult novel.
Anton Bruns Hotel, known as the Valley Stream Hotel, opened as the first hotel south of merrick road in 1876
Irwin Chanin, who built skyscrapers in New York City, bought Curtiss-Wright airfield property to build Green Acres in 1937.
Valley Stream Police Department (Emergency) 911 Nassau County Police Department (516) 573-6500
Nassau County Public Works (516) 571-6900
Waldinger Memorial Library (516) 825 6422
Village Sanitation (516) 825-8108
Village Department of Recreation (516) 821-3786
Village Treasurer (516) 825-4200, Ext. 6
Village Recycling (516) 825-8109
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Village Assessor (516) 825-4200, Ext. 4
Valley Stream Building Dept. (516) 592-5142
Village Clerk (516) 825-4200, Ext. 5
Village Attorney (516) 592-5126
Village Public Safety (516) 369-3875
Village Emergency Management (516) 592-5140
Mayor’s Office (516) 825-4205
Valley Stream Fire Department (516) 825-8830
NassauDepartmentCounty of Health (516) 573-0636
1184413 Welcome Back To all the students and staff of the four Valley Stream school districts: Best wishes for the new school year! Put in your best effort and success will be yours! Be Well!
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Village Court (516) 592-5126
99 S. Central Ave. American Legion Post 184 Valley Stream P.O. Box 169 (516) 791-9719
500 Old Country Road, Suite 103 Carle Place 11514 (516) 294-3366
Valley Stream Little League P.O. Box 544 (516) info@vsll.org887-8197
183 E. Melrose St.
Paw it Forward Pet Pantry 114 Claredon Drive Daniella Scala-Nathan, president
Delight of Painting with Matt Khan 25 W. St. Marks Place (917) Village225-9772recdept. adult art class
Knights of Columbus-Valley Stream 2985 Kenneth Place, 94 S. Grove St. (516) 825-2622
(516) 825-1741
Political
110 Ring Road W., Garden City customercare@gsnc.org11530
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Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1790 65 E. Merrick Road (516) VFW.org825-9894
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Valley Stream Runner’s Club www.vsrunningclub.com
Nassau DemocraticCounty Committee
Valley Stream Historical Society (516) 872-4159
143 Hendrickson Ave. VSVNY.org
Valley Stream Little League players and their coaches marched earlier this year at the village’s annual Memorial Day Parade.
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Department of Veterans Affairs (631) 754-7978
Valley Stream Boy Scout Troop 109 (516) VSPack109.com321-0952
Valley Stream Lions Club info@valleystreamlions.com(516)ValleyStreamLions.com983-2696
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Valley Stream Hornets (516) 902-6391
League of Women Voters of Nassau County P.O. Box 221 Port Washington 11050 (516) LWVOfNassauCounty.org431-1628
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430 De Mott Ave. Rockville Centre 11570
Long Island Society of Italian Americans- Valley Stream PO Box MeetLISIA.webs.com12atElksLodge in Lynbrook on the second Tuesday of each Month
Nassau Chapter of Hadassah (516) 766-2725
Kiwanis Club of Valley Stream 2nd52Kiwanis-NY.org(516)tinacast@optonline.com508-1768CentralCourtThursdaysat6:30p.m.
Village of Valley Stream Civic Association Inc. P.O. Box 304
North Woodmere Civic Association 729 Sherwood St. (516) 791-7860
Girl Scouts of Nassau County (516) 741-2550
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Karina Kovac/Herald photos Girl Scout second cadet Vanessa Herrera, of Girl Scout Troop 2259, delivered nearly 150 bags of toys to the Waldinger Memorial Library.
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962 Rockaway Ave. P.O. Box ValleyStreamChamber.org1016
Women in the Military Inc. 15 Idell Road (516) 800-1000
Valley Stream Republican Club 51 Roosevelt VSRepublicanClub.wordpress.comAve.
Valley Stream Democratic Club 123 W. Merrick valleystreamd@gmail.comValleyStreamDemocrats.weebly.comRoad
Valley Stream Civilian Patrol (516)P.O.ValleyStreamCivilianPatrol.orgBox965823-9088
Valley Stream Girl Scouts Troop 2243 vsgstroop2243@gmail.com
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That all changed in early August of last year when it was ceremonially renamed Vincent DeMarino Way in honor of the eponymous late North Valley Stream resident and New York Police Department deputy chief for his valiant efforts during the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.DeMarino was numbered among the hundreds of first responders making their way to the World Trade Center in the immediate aftermath of the tragedy.
He died in December 2019 of a brain tumor, which doctors say he developed because of his exposure to the contaminated air in lower Manhattan in the days after the search and rescue operations. He was 61.
“Though nearly 20 years have passed since
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Even despite his ongoing health problems during his life, DeMarino pressed on with his career in public safety, serving as the New York City Transit security chief dealing with emergency response and counterterrorism measures, as well as guarding the city’s transit facilities.Forhis valor and relentless dedication to his community, the Town of Hempstead hosted the ceremonial unveiling of the new street sign.
Sept. 11, 2001, heroic first responders like Vincent DeMarino continue to tragically lose their lives as a result of cancers and other illnesses from working at the contaminated ground zero site,” Town of Hempstead supervisor Don Clavin said. “We have to remember that it’s not just one day for some people. It’s every day. We should reflect on that.”
arkwold Drive South — a modest stretch of road flanked by a row of houses on either side in North Valley Stream — was once like any other ordinary residential street.
Top: Parkwold Drive South in North Valley Stream was ceremonially renamed Deputy Chief Vincent DeMarino Way after the eponymous Valley Stream native and New York Police Department 9/11 hero.
DeMarino is survived by his wife, Charlene DeMarino, and four children: Michael, Nicole, Morgan and Vincent, who have all followed in their father’s line of work as police officers and proudly carry the DeMarino name today.“Iremember I asked him if he had any regrets about being there at ground zero, seeing what it did to him,” Vincent said. “He told me he didn’t at all. He told me that it was the proudest moment of his career.”
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Bottom: The DeMarino family: Nicole, an NYPD sergeant; Michael and Morgan, both NYPD officers, and Vincent, an NYPD detec tive, with their mother, Charlene.
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Top: Town of Hempstead supervisor Don Clavin hands a commemorative street sign, honoring late New York Police Department 9/11 hero and North Valley Stream resident Vincent DeMarino, to his widow, Charlene.
Outreach Centers
Valley Stream Baptist Church 1865 N. Central Ave. Valley Stream 11580 (516) Pastor:285-7565theRev. Dr. Sherby comvalleystreambaptistchurch@gmail.ValleyStreambaptistChurch.comClarke
Christian Science Society 77 Hicks St. Valley Stream 11580 (516) Contact:825-9393Barbara Myers
Gateway World Christian Center 502 N. Central Ave. Valley Stream 11580 (516) Senior596-7222Pastor:Dr. Sunny Philip info@gatewaynyc.comGatewayNYC.com
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 87 Seventh St. Valley Stream 11581 (516) holytrinityvs@gmail.comHolyTrinityEpiscopalVS.org825-2903
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Church of the Blessed Sacrament (Roman Catholic) 201 N. Central Ave. Valley Stream 11580 (516) Pastor:568-1027theRev. Lawrence Onyegu blsrcc@bsvs.usBlessedSacramentVS.org
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Chabad Outreach Center 550(Orthodox)Rockaway Ave. Valley Stream 11581 (516) Rabbi:825-5566Yitzchak ChabadOfValleyStream.comGoldshmid
New Covenant Baptist Church 215 N. Hillside Ave. Valley Stream 11580 Pastor: Hi S. Lee (516) 887-3700
Grace United Methodist Church 21 S. Franklin Ave.
Baha’i Center of Nassau County 11 W. Jamaica Ave. Valley Stream 11580 (516) bahai.information.li@gmail.comBahai.us887-0181
PLACES OF WORSHIP
Valley Stream 11580 (516) Pastor:825-1182Rev.Dr.Jeffrey L. Hooker GraceVSNY.org
Temple Hillel 1000(Conservative)Rosedale Road Valley Stream 11581 (516) rmarkowitz@templehillel.orgRabbi:791-6344StevenGraber
Valley Stream 11581 (516) Pastor:825-5453theRev. Alfred pastoralfy@gmail.comThiagarijan
Jesucristo La Esperanza de la Familia 34 Locust St. Valley Stream 11581 (516) Pastors:792-2999Revs.Raul and Ivette Ruidiaz
Olivet Baptist Church 34 Locust St. Valley Stream 11581 (516) Pastor:825-9462theRev. Karen Pickler
Lutheran Church of Our Saviour 888 Rockaway Ave.
St. John’s United Methodist Church of Elmont 2105 Stuart Ave. Valley Stream 11580 (516) StJohnsUMCE.orgPastor:285-6003DavidBall
Valley Stream Jewish Center 322(Conservative)N.Corona Ave. Valley Stream 11580 (516) ValleyStreamJC.orgShlomoPresident:Rabbi:561-2308YechielBuchbandBruceWulwick,Spritzer
Congregational prayer held at the Masjd Hamza mosque on a Sunday morning.
Valley Stream 11580 (516) Coordinator:825-0177Sister Margie Kelly hnmoutreach@verizon.netHNOMary.org
New Hope Lutheran Church 60 Oliver Ave. Valley Stream 11580 (516) Pastor:285-9782TheRev. Perucy lutheran-church-valley-streamMNYS.org/locations/new-hop-Butiku
North Woodmere Jewish Center Congregation Ohr Torah 410 Hungry Harbor Road Valley Stream 11581 (516) OhrTorah.orgRabbi:791-2130AryehDachs
vspc@valleystreampres.orgValleyStreamPres.orgKymberleyPastor:561-0616TheRev.Clemons-Jones
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Holy Name of Mary Parish Outreach 55 E. Jamaica Ave.
Holy Name of Mary Church (Roman Catholic) 55 E. Jamaica Ave. Valley Stream 11580 (561) Pastor:825-1450theRev. David Regan holynamemary@aol.comHNOMary.org
Valley Stream Presbyterian Church 130 S. Central Ave. Valley Stream 11580 (516)
Unity Church of Christianity 14 E. Mineola Ave. Valley Stream 11580 (516) Pastor:825-1488theRev. Charles Foley info@unityvalleystream.netUnityValleyStream.net
Bethlehem Assembly of God 12 E. Fairview Ave. Valley Stream 11580 (516) Pastor:561-6150theRev. Steven Milazzo info@bethlehemag.orgBethlehemAG.org
Masjid Hamza Islamic Center of the South Shore 202 Stuart Ave. Valley Stream 11580 (516) info@masjidhamza.comMasjidHamza.com285-8585
Blessed Sacrament Parish Outreach 201 N. Central Ave. Valley Stream 11580 (516) Director:561-8969Judith Miccio House of BethlehemHope,Assembly of God 22 E. Fairview Ave. Valley Stream 11580 (516) Director:887–1708Norma
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With a state-of-the-art pool facility, scenic pond, mini-golf, athletic courts, a community center, and a biking and walking trail, it seems all paths to fun lead to A.J. Hendrickson Park. Regularly drawing in dozens of people of all ages and backgrounds, it’s no wonder even others who live across Nassau County and the
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Top: Arthur J. Hendrickson Park regularly draws in people who enjoy its many attractions, including a large, idyllic pond, athletic courts, pool facility and programs at the community center.
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letcher Avenue is more than home to Valley Stream Central High School. Students craving a place to get away in nature only have to walk across the street to spend a chill afternoon sitting by the water with friends at Arthur J. Hendrickson Park. In fact, residents living up and down the street are only a stone’s throw away from this jewel of green space.No wonder it’s the worst-kept secret in the village. In fact, if you’re a Valley Stream resident, it’s a safe bet you’ve made the trip to Arthur J. Hendrickson Park and sampled its buffet of recreational options — from playing mini-golf to shooting hoops at the outdoor basketball courts.
And then there’s the village pool complex, boasting an Olympic-sized pool, a diving pool, a children’s interactive area, and a newly installed pavilion to lie poolside while you escape the scorching rays of the sun.
With such a big slice of community life, tons of new accommodations, spaces, and programs are being added year-round, so no one is left out of the excitement.
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But beyond the resort-style perks, residents often come to the park just to get lost in its
Arthur J. Hendrickson Park: The heart of Valley Stream
Stroll along the walking path, and you’ll see our senior citizens — or “silver threads” — enjoying a variety of classes, from finding Zen with outdoor chair yoga, to playing bingo at the community center. Fall brings even more programs like chess, cardio kickboxing, and Zumba, not to mention painting classes and meditative sessions.
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natural beauty meticulously maintained by the village’s recreation, public works and beautification departments. Some painters, like resident artists Mike Stanko and Yuliya Lobach, have taken swings at capturing its breathtaking beauty.Tothat end, the Lake Room and the Burgundy Room in the community center provide a stunning view of the lake and offer two outdoor areas, the gazebo, and the Lakeside Patio, for parkgoers to sit and watch the fountains cascade onto the sparkling pond.
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Top: The bridge allows pedestrian to pass over the cascading Valley Stream Pond. Bottom: This 15-foot-long piece of steel base from the ruins of the World Trade Center is now located at Hendrickson Park to memorialize the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks, and of the first responders who participated in the rescue efforts.
Come Christmas, twinkling lights and a sprinkling of glowing decorations festoon the trees during the annual Winterfest event, where Santa lights up the Christmas tree at the park. Even Old Saint Nick has Arthur J. Hendrickson Park on his radar. You’ll have to see it to believe it.
Bottom: Park benches are lined on either side of the walking trail in Arthur J. Hendrickson Park overlooking Valley Stream Pond.
Top: Ducks bathe in the waterline at Arthur J. Hendrickson Park. These animals regularly take advantage of the expansive green space the park offers.
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But time after time, the post has not only been an advocate for its local veterans, but dedicatedly opens its doors to the community, offering its event space to worthwhile causes and organizations — both close to home and in the larger Town of Hempstead area.
The post also hosts the New York Naval Cadet Corps, which was formed in January 2018 as a non-federally funded group made up of children and teens in third through 12th grade who learn customs and courtesies of the U.S. Navy while serving various communities.
You can regularly hear the halls of the legion echo
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he American Legion Post 854 on 51 Roosevelt Ave., has quietly been a local beacon of patriotism and service for decades. As with all legion posts, the wartime veterans’ organization aims at spreading patriotism and enhancing the lives of its legion members.
For more than four decades, the legion has lent out its banquet hall for standout events like the Town of Hempstead’s Anchor — Answering the Needs of Citizens with Handicaps
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Top: Early resident William R. Gibson built homes for many white-collar city workers who were seeking a country-type style of living along early streets like Roosevelt Avenue and Cochran Place in the Bottom:1920s.Bricks engraved with the names of past legion members.
through Organized Recreation — party, giving teens a night out on the town of dinner and dancing.
Tim Baker/Herald photos
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with the marching orders and the thud of stomping boots as instructors drill theirAndcadets. cadets offer up their showstopping naval band performances at the village’s Memorial Day Parade, and we’re glad theyIt’sdo.also become something of a second home for the Valley Stream Boy Scout troops who regularly host their events there.
In short, the legion has become a place for all people to find their patriotic verve and find community and camaraderie in service.
Middle: Andrew Fatscher memorial monu ment, engraved with the names of legion members who served in the nation’s wars, stands outside the American Legion Post 854.
And if you’re ever in the neighborhood, you won’t regret taking a solemn moment to observe the Andrew Fatscher servicefocusCoombsStreamsprucedlegionengravedthethemonumentmemorialoutsidesideentranceofbuildingwiththenamesofpastmembers.ThemonumentwasupbyValleyEagleScoutIsaiahlastyearastheofhiscommunityproject.
Top: The American Legion Post has a banquet hall that has catered to various worthwhile community events.
— Juan Lasso
Bottom: American Legion Post 854 adjunct treasurer George Schuchman and Cmdr. Bill Rohe proudly stand in uniform.
“I love the fact that the banners don’t have ‘stock’ artwork,” Mayor Edwin Fare said, “but are original Valley Stream scenes by Stanko.”
Conveniently located just north of the Long Island Rail Road, Rockaway Avenue is a commercial hub home to more than a dozen independent businesses. This downtown gem is alive and at its best on a bright sunny day with shoppers perusing the stores, kids laughing and pedaling their bikes, and families strolling through the charming ambiance.
Rockaway Avenue: the not-so-hidden gem of Valley Stream
If you’re looking to grab a bite, the street boasts a hearty sampling of restaurants, local eateries, delis, cafes and bars. Whether you’re in the mood for upscale fine dining or simply hungry for more casual fare, there's no shortage of places to choose from with cuisine as dynamic and vibrant as the people who live here.But good food aside, Rockaway Avenue is also the site where commerce meets culture and community. Take a brisk walk along the street and you’ll be sure to spot the banners hanging on the lamp posts showcasing Valley Stream iconography painted by acclaimed New
— Juan Lasso
he calling card of any town or city is often its main street. And Valley Stream is no exception.
Come summertime, Friday evenings on Rockaway Avenue are transformed into a scene of yesteryear with a lineup of classic and retro cars during the annual Classic Car Show sponsored by the village and chamber of commerce that are bound to rev your spirits up. Do check out other seasonal treats like onstreet dining also offered when the weather gets warm. You won’t regret taking an hour — maybe two — to look around and explore what all the hustle and bustle is all about.
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Tim Baker/Herald photos Top: Rockaway Avenue, the village’s popular downtown business district, hosts a world of services with more than a dozen restaurants and shops.
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Rockaway Avenue is also the traditional spot where the Memorial Day Parade announcer salutes and greets the companies passing through along its route.
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Bottom: The banners on the lampposts feature village iconography from New American-style resident artist Mike Stanko.
Top: Rockaway hosts the village’s annual Classic Car Show with a lineup of antique and vintage cars on display for everyone to enjoy during summer Fridays.
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Once you’ve had your fill of the breathtaking scenery, why not invite your furry friend to share in the fun? Take your Fido over to the neighboring off-leash dog park and let him roam free in a fenced-off doggy playground equipped with agility obstacles and synthetic turf, and even a doggy water fountain, for the ultimate canine hangout.
ucked right behind Village Hall, running alongside West Valley Stream Boulevard is the Village Green Park, a small, unassuming greenNeighborsoasis. regularly go there to unwind and trek through the gentle walking trail running through the neatly mowed and manicured lawn.
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library, established in 1932, houses more than 120,000 books, DVDs, e-books, and more.Not a book worm? Not to worry. The library has a dedicated calendar of programs chock-full of fun-filled activities for tykes, teens, and adults. Explore the library’s STEAM Makerspace Room replete with MakerBot Replicator, 3-D printer, and other gadgets and equipment. Take a seminar class or workshop from first-time home buying to brushing up
Top: The Henry Waldinger Memorial Library, established in 1932, provides a litany of fun and educational activities for people of any age, and is situated alongside Village Green Park.
And don’t worry, there are plenty of park benches and picnic tables for you to kick back and relax while you watch your canine.
After your outdoor excursion, why not cozy up next to a good book in one of the spacious reading areas inside the Henry Waldinger Memorial Library right alongside the Village Green?The
The park is also home to a natural tributary brook flowing through it. A perfect sight for nature lovers who watch the water as it journeys through the village before finally emptying into Jamaica Bay.
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If that weren’t enough, go past the library, and the Village Green also holds the Village Bandshell, a concert stage that draws droves of residents for a line-up of concert entertainment during the summer as part of the village’s annual concertBandsseries.feature a wide assortment of topcharting, classic hits from Bon Jovi to Bronx Changa to the Beatles. It’s sure to get any music lover on their feet.
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Top: The Village Bandshell attracts dozens of music lovers during its summer concert series and other concert performances throughout the Middle:year.A
Bottom: The Village Bandshell hosts a hand ful of natural treasures, including a brook running through the park with bright vegeta tion and flora.
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Nielsen registration Service
Michael J. Regina 75 Franklin Ave. (516) reginadoor@gmail.com561-0111
regina Door and Design Corp.
One tenth Consulting Terry Peña (646) terryp@onetenthconsulting.com298-8423
Crown auto l easing Arthur Sionov 396C Rockaway Ave. (718) info@crownautoleasing.com676-7272
Café
mastromarino & a ssociates Helene & John Mastromarino 107 S. Central Ave., Suite 102 (516) johnmascpa@aol.com825-2827
Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce
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Rhonda Glickman
Anthony Ippolito 203 Rockaway Ave. (516) ippolito_anthony@yahoo.com256-7000
auto Body repair
Barber
auto leasing Company
North Star Collision
Friends of Bridge Inc.
Glenore Anderson, VP 175 W. Merrick Road (516) glenore.anderson@dime.com825-0140
ParamountHomeConstruction/renovationConstructionCorp.
5-11 Pflug Place (516) mnorton@emblemhealth.com825-4242
mill Brook Civic a ssociation Lee millbrookcivic.com(646)P.O.JohnFeinmanC.CampbellBox1312734-4609
Valleyradvertising/NewspapersichnerCommunicationsStreamHerald,livinglarge,lIPrime,XpressCoups
audiologist
mr. B’s Cuts
12 W. Lincoln Ave. (516) alex@ar3.com376-7123
Valley Stream Community Fest Debbi Gyulay (516) valleystreamcc@gmail.com825-1741
a ntonio’s Deli Vito Asaro 307 Hempstead Ave. Malverne 11565 (516) vasaro1724@gmail.com599-1274
Celebs & Stars Hall Sandra Clarke 175 E. Merrick Road (516) 887-2517 (516) celebsnstars@gmail.com459-9254
Thomas DeGrace 663 Merrick Road Lynbrook 11563 (516) nscollision@optimum.net561-5126
Standard Pour e spresso & Wine Bar Darlene standardpourli@gmail.com(516)64ShanelleGomezCountyRockawayAve.509-5306
Door Sales & Installation
Jovia Financial FCU
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accountability/money Coach
All businesses are in Valley Stream, NY 11580, 11581 and 11582 unless noted
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Banks/Credit Unions
accountant
Micaela Nielsen, president 232 Rockaway Ave. (516) nielsenregservices@gmail.com405-9780
Yogi Hariprasad, branch manager 264 East Merrick Road (516) yhariprasad@joviafinancial.com561-0030
Civic a ssociation
Creative thinking Institute
Alex Rivero
Dr. Olga Zbarskaya 76 S. Central Ave. (833) OZCREDO (833) 692-7336 (516) newmoonsbs@gmail.comozcredo@gmail.com701-8790
Dr. Lawrence Cardano 46 Rockaway Ave. (516) drcardano@hearingcenterofli.com872-8485
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master tax Service
Deli
Dime Community Bank
Counseling
7- eleven Kisham S. Patel 83 Franklin Ave. (929) kishampatel810@gmail.com340-4093
116 Rockaway Ave. (516) jcbosques@hotmail.com495-0719
Convenience Store
2 Endo Blvd. Garden City 11530 (516) ashirian@liherald.comrglickman@liherald.com569-4000
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DmV registration Services
Kathy Bogle
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Select e xterminating Robert Alarco 149 New Hyde Park Road Franklin Square 11010 (516) ralarco@akaselect.com738-9523
Knights of Columbus
Barbara DeGrace
music/entertainment
Home Health Care agency
Father Carroll Council
107 S. Central Ave. (516) dm@mindaglaw.com872-7400
Physical therapy
Sara Companion Services 201 East Merrick Road (516) 837-3388, Ext. robertal@saracompanions.com701
ace l andscaping Services J.R. aceland2005@yahoo.com(516)Reyes791-6241
Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce
Mark Daley
Marvina Gelman Gretta Vasserman 59 Franklin Ave. (516) libertydme1@gmail.com887-9210 ofIncorporatedmunicipalityVillageValleyStreammayor'sOffice
Jennifer Sipkin, DDS,PC 978 Rockaway Ave. (516) info@sipkinorthodontics.com561-1881
l ong Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital - Northwell Health
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John D. richards, Inc. John A. DeGrace P.O. Box 903 (516) john@johndrichards.com647-1392
Fraternal Organization
l andscaping
m& r entertainment Marie @statefarm.commarie.granatoferraro.px6l(917)(516)ElmontGranato11003263-9695374-6081
Valley OptometricStreamService, PC Dr. Aleksandra Wianecka 10 E. Merrick Road (516) vsoptimetric@gmail.com825-7455
medical Supply
Optometry
edward F. lieber Funeral Homes Inc.
New york life Insurance Co. Lauri LoQuercio (516) lloquercio@ft.newyorklife.com507-4663
Sipkin Orthodontics
Florist
Fitness
N y Physical t herapy & Wellness Rachel Booth 153 E. Merrick Road (516) 400-9003 (516) valleystream@nyphysicaltherapy.netrachel@nyphysicaltherapy.net495-3154
Global Insurance & Financial Consultants Hugh M. Edwards (516) hugh@globalinsconsulting.com286-0268
33 S. Central Ave. (516) sleconte@hotmail.com887-5501
P.O. Box 1416 (516) daleym212@gmail.com284-9129
Funeral Home
Central l aundromat Stanley Leconte
Strong/PersonalInstructortrainerSideStudios
Charlene Cameron
Health Care
James Lieber 266 N. Central Ave. (516) info@lieberfuneralhome.com825-2900
State Farm Nicole Eliopoulos 157 DuBois Ave. (516) nicole@nicoleinsuresme.com825-0030
raymond & lyndsay Cleaning Service llC Lucienne Boyce P.O. Box Lucienneboyce@yahoo.com(347)Lynbrook40411563824-3600
DJ King Khan
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lynbrook restorative t herapy & Nursing Denise Walsh
Janitorial/Cleaning Service
l aw Firm
All businesses are in Valley Stream, NY 11580, 11581 and 11582 unless noted
Health Care System
Pest Control
Patricia McColley, Community & Population Health Program Manager 900 Franklin Ave. (516) 256-6000, Ext. pmccolley@northwell.edu6461
12 E. Fairview Ave. (516) ccameron@bethlehemag.org561-6150
Sharon Terrelonge 76 S. Central Ave. (347) sharon@canaanvibes.com869-3624
Canaan Vibes llC
House of Worship
liberty medical Supply
Piazza music Corp. John Piazza (631) piazzamusiccorp@gmail.com943-0469
Matthew Khan 753 Rockaway Ave. (917) matthewkhanny@gmail.com929-8110
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Flowers by reina dba DePalma Florist Inc Reina & Kevin Buckhout 146 Rockaway Ave. (516) kbuck1@msn.com825-3777
Paramount Physical t herapy Leigh-Ann Edison, DPT 11 Sunrise Plaza-Store 1 (516) paramountptmessages@gmail.com218-2555
Darryl Granum (917) darryl@strongsidestudios.com586-5051
123 S. Central Ave. (516) bdegrace@vsvny.org825-4200
Bethlehem a ssembly of God
recco Home Care Service, Inc. Frank Recco, president 232-B Rockaway Ave. (516) srecco@reccohomecare.com798-6668
Orthodontics
243 Atlantic Ave. Lynbrook, NY 11563 (516) ing.comdwalsh@lynbrooktherapyandnurs316-2977
minerva & D'a gostino, P.C. Dominick Minerva
lm N Printing Noreen Carro 23 W. Merrick Road (516) noreen@lmnprinting.com285-8526
restaurants
Michael Karff
retail mall
Kenneth Heino
One In a million Sasan Shavanson 51 Franklin Ave. (516) info@oneinamillioninc.com829-1111
Courtesy James Lieber
Skin Care & Cosmetic Consultant mary Kay Angela Ogurick (516) aogurick@gmail.com561-1679
175 Broadhollow Road Melville 11747 (646) elizabeth.d.holmes@cushwake.com530-3661
Valley Stream Inn Danny Caprico 27 Rockaway Ave. (516) 825-0403
Coldwell Banker a merican Homes
1069 Hempstead Turnpike Franklin Square 11010 (516) kaburto@cbamhomes.com359-7252
6 Green Acres Common (516) ports.combwwvalleystream@wingsbeers561-9453
Valley Van & Sport Utilities, Inc. Ron Siegel 622 W. Merrick Road (516) accounting@valleyvan.com561-1231
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Homesmart Premier living realty Joosoo Kim (347) realtorjoosoo@gmail.com898-0304
Green acres mall - macerich Kelvia Payero-Brito Joe 2034FloccariGreen Acres Mall (718) joe.floccari@macerich.comkelvia.payerobrito@macerich.com516-7360
P.O. Box 446 (516) vsyouthcouncil@gmail.com872-6003
Paul, far left, Kyle and James Lieber operate the Edward F. Lieber Funeral Home, under the watchful eye of its founder, Edward F. Lieber. Founded in 1947, it is marking its 75th anniversary this year.
youth Organizations
P.O. Box 1016
Pizzeria
Secretary – Sandra Shanhai
Printing
Scottio’s Pizza Kenneth Mandelbaum 171 Dubois Ave. (516) scottiospizza@gmail.com872-9229
Lucy Viggiano P.O. Box 610 (516) emergencyservice1@gmail.com792-0437
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2 Endo Blvd., Garden City 11530 (516)569-4000, Ext. mkarff@liherald.com288
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Valley Stream 11582 (516) ValleyStreamChamber.org825-1741
Screen Printing & embroidery
Valley Stream Central HS District Wayne R. Loper, superintendent One Kent Road (516) loperw@vschsd.org872-5601
Vehicle Conversions
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real estate
Public Insurance adjuster
Buffalo Wild Wings O’Neill Washington
Shaved Ice
Howard Guttman
Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce
President – Sasan Shavanson
real estate management
Valley Stream Collaboration,youthInc.
Paul Guttman & Co., Inc.
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martin De Porress School Joseph Trainor, Exec. Director 621 Elmont Road Elmont 11003 (516) 502-2840, Ext. 421 jtrainor@mdp.org
Sports entertainment
Vice President – Lee Feinman
emergency Services Company
Pelican’s SnoBalls of Valley Stream Derek Johnson 254 Rockaway Parkway (516) pelicansvalleystream@gmail.com882-4524
140 Atlantic Ave., Unit 406 Oceanside 11572 (516) hguttmanpa@aol.com825-4800
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