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Dem Reps. Rice, Suozzi blast travel ban as un-American

BY M A X Z A H N Many elected officials and community members on the North Shore have condemned an executive order, signed by President Donald Trump on Friday, that temporarily suspends all refugee admissions and blocks citizens of seven Muslim-majority countries from entering the United States.

“This executive order betrays basic American values for the sake of nationalistic, fearmongering campaign promises,” U.S. Rep. Kathleen Rice (D-Garden City) said on Friday.

“Trump wants us to turn our backs on the most vulnerable people in the world in the midst of a global refugee crisis.”

U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi, a Democrat from Glen Cove, echoed Rice’s dismay.

“While we all are concerned about the security of our people and our nation, we cannot abandon our values,” he said on Sun-

day.

U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer, the leader of Democrats in the Senate, demanded that Trump rescind the measure.

“This executive order is meanspirited and un-American, and it was implemented in an incompetent way,” he said.

Trump defended the measure in a series of tweets as well as a formal statement on Sunday.

“Our country needs strong borders and extreme vetting, NOW,” he said in a tweet. “Look what is happening all over Europe and, indeed, the world – a horrible mess!”

Republican U.S. Rep. Peter King said he supported the executive order but denied any involvement in putting it together.

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani told Fox News on Saturday that he, King and others had helped Trump craft the measure.

Trump’s action caused confuContinued on Page 49

PHOTO BY ED STONE

North Hempstead Town Supervisor Judi Bosworth swore in officers for the Greater New Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce at the chamber’s Jan. 19 gala. See page 21 for more photos.

Dems back Laura Curran for county executive race

BY N O A H MANSKAR Laura Curran and Jack Schnirman will lead the Democratic effort to wrest Nassau County’s highest elected offices

from Republican control, Nassau Democratic Chairman Jay Jacobs said Monday.

Curran, a second-term county legislator from Baldwin, is the party’s choice to run for county executive alongside

Schnirman, the Long Beach city manager, who will run for comptroller.

Jacobs and his committee made the choice before any GOP candidates even entered Continued on Page 55

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LIRR ridership sets new record Shows need for 3rd track: officials

BY N O A H M A N S K A R

for the LIRR to accommodate as a two-track railroad,” LIRR President Patrick Nowakowski said in a statement. “This data shows that if and when the Main Line is expanded to a third track, our reverse-commute service would fill an immediate unmet need.”

The LIRR has seen ridership grow an average of 1.9 percent annually in the past five years, from a total of 81 million customers in 2011, the MTA said.

That trend will likely continue, as fewer millennial commuters born between 1981 and 1997 have cars than their older counterparts, making them more likely to “opt for the railroad as a matter of choice,” William Wheeler, the MTA’s director of planning, said in a statement.

“We know that habits that are developed early in one’s adult life tend to stick with them through their entire working lives,” Wheeler said. “So the trend bodes well as a long-term positive for LIRR ridership.”

The number of commuters traveling to Long Island from New York City increased 43 percent between 1980 and 1990, but fell 8.3 percent to 79,981 Continued on Page 56

Most of the record number of Long Island Rail Road trips commuters took last year were headed west into New York City, but more and more commuters take the train east to the Island, IMAGE FROM THE TOWN OF NORTH HEMPSTEAD according to numbers the MetroAn artist’s rendering shows a renovated pool at Clinton G. Martin Park in New Hyde Park. politan Transportation Authority released Monday.

The LIRR maintained its status as the nation’s busiest commuter railroad in 2016, increasing its ridership 1.9 percent to 89.3 million customers, the most since 1949, the MTA said.

Eighty-eight percent of weekday rush-hour trips were bound for Manhattan or other places west of the Nassau County line, according to MTA data, and 11 percent were headed east for work or other reasons.

The park district’s 12,847 B Y N O A H M A N S K A R $14.1 million, Trottere said.

Combined with changes in “They can’t move forward residents will cover the borrow- how young workers get to work, The Town of North Hemp- until they know they have the ing with property taxes, which that bolsters the need for major stead now has permission to bor- entire estimated funding,” said were set to rise to $98.88 from upgrades to the LIRR’s infrastrucrow about $500,000 more for a Marianna Wohlgemuth, a New $38.39 for a $412,400 home un- ture, transit officials say, includmajor renovation at Clinton G. Hyde Park civic activist who sits der the $13.6 million plan. The ing a controversial third track on a planning committee for the district covers North New Hyde along a key stretch of its Main Martin Park.

The Town Board on Tues- park. “They’re hopeful that they Park, the Village of New Hyde Line. day approved an additional don’t need all the money, but Park, Garden City Park, Herricks “There is an intrinsic demand $502,481 in bonds to fund ex- they can’t begin the project until and Searingtown. for reverse-peak travel to the IsIt is uncertain how the ad- land that today is very difficult tensive upgrades at the North they know it’s fully funded.”

The renovation project will ditional borrowing would affect New Hyde Park swimming pool in addition to $12.89 million in resurface the pool deck, expand taxes, but Wohlgemuth said she borrowing authorized in June. the kiddie pool, add spray fea- thinks any increase will be miniThe town will borrow the money tures and shading structures, mal.

Construction is set to start through the Clinton G. Martin renovate the locker rooms, rePark District, which runs the surface the park’s tennis courts in June and would take about and overhaul the 55-year-old a year, meaning the pool will park. be closed this summer. Officials The extra money would cov- pool’s aging infrastructure.

The Town Board first autho- have said the pool would need er the cost of installing a water slide that was added to the plan, rized borrowing in June to fund to close permanently if its infraabout $200,000, as well as other a $15 million renovation, which structure was not revamped.

The extra money would give construction costs that changed was pared to $13.6 million in as designs were finalized, town September after the town sur- the town “the flexibility to get the job done quickly and the spokeswoman Carole Trottere veyed park district residents.

The slide was added again pool open for next summer’s said.

The town only has authori- in October in response to feed- season,” Trottere said.

Supporters of the renovation zation for the borrowing and will back from residents. It will send PHOTO BY ADAM LIDGETT not actually borrow money until swimmers into a separate basin, argue a new pool with a water after it solicits bids in March for leaving the deep end of the main slide would attract more young A Long Island Rail Road train pulls into the Great Neck stathe work, now estimated to cost pool unchanged.

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Town OKs $500K more for pool project Bonds may be used for slide, other construction costs

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Islamic center eyes spring opening

BY N O A H M A N S K A R

PHOTO BY NOAH MANSKAR

The Hillside Islamic Center is in the final phases of construction in New Hyde Park. prayers in a temporary location at 271-01 80th Ave. and at the New Hyde Park Elks Lodge, which they will continue to use, Bhuyian said.

The mosque has seen its membership grow since it was founded in 2002, Bhuyian has said. That growth tracks with the ethnic diversification of New Hyde Park in recent years.

Daily morning and evening prayers draw an average of 50

to 100 people, while Friday prayers, the largest services, attract 600 to 800 people between the two locations, Bhuyian said.

The new building, equipped with a prayer hall, libraries and a basement gathering space, will allow the Islamic center to host other religious groups to strengthen community bonds, Bhuyian said.

“It’s going to help us bring the community, not only Mus-

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The Hillside Islamic Center unveiled plans for a new North New Hyde Park mosque in 2012, seeking to build a bigger home for its congregation.

Now, nearly five years and more than $2 million later, the mosque at 300 Hillside Ave. is about two months away from hosting its first services, Abdul Aziz Bhuyian, the Islamic center’s president, said.

If it meets its target of opening in late March or early April, the center will have overcome years of delays in construction and concerns from neighbors to give New Hyde Park’s Muslim community a central place to worship again.

“It’s just a dream come true,” Bhuyian said. “… This is the commandments that we are fulfilling, that where people are living they should have a place to [come] together and pray.”

Construction of the 9,100-square-foot, two-story building started in 2013, Bhuyian said. It will replace the Hillside Islamic Center’s former onestory mosque that had stood on the property.

Meanwhile, clergy have held

Town of North Hempstead’s Building Department.

Glenn Norjen, a deputy building commissioner for the town, said the department has not given final approval for any of the eight town permits the mosque needs, nor has it received needed approvals from county agencies.

“The pace of this job is totally in the hands of the owner,” Norjen said in an email.

Residents objected to the Hillside Islamic Center’s purchasing of four homes from the adjacent residential neighborhood to expand the mosque’s parking lot and to the height of the four decorative minarets on the building.

The town’s Board of Zoning Appeals rejected the mosque’s expansion plan in 2010, saying its proximity to homes conflicted with zoning rules. But the center moved forward under a federal law that relaxes zoning restrictions for houses of worship in residential neighborhoods.

The town stopped construction for more than a year in October 2013 because the project was not being built according to the approved plans, Norjen said.

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Mineola plans bilingual ed growth $250,000 grant aids bid to provide English, Spanish instruction through 7th grade

BY N O A H M A N S K A R A $250,000 state grant will help the Mineola school district grow a program aimed at making students into bilingual citizens of the world.

The grant from the state Education Department’s Office of Bilingual Education and World Languages, awarded in midJanuary, will fund the expansion of the district’s “dual language program,” eventually allowing students to take classes in both English and Spanish from kindergarten through middle school.

The program began in fifthgrade classes at Mineola Middle School this year and will start in grades six and seven in the next two years, Nicole Moriarty, the district’s director of English as a new language, said.

It teaches children a second language at a young age, something that has huge value for both English and Spanish speakers, Moriarty said.

But it also helps students learn to appreciate different cultures and to form relationships

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Second-grade teacher Carmen Vazquez (left) leads a dual language class in October 2015. with people from different backgrounds, lessons that have a big impact beyond the classroom, she said.

“It’s programs like these, and parents like ours that support

programs like ours, that will continue to make our world a better place,” Moriarty said.

In the program, started in 2013 in kindergarten through second grade, classes containing

a mix of students who primarily speak Spanish or English take lessons in English half the time and in Spanish the other half.

Some 322 students are enrolled in dual-language classes,

with another 80 expected to join as kindergartners in September, according to a school district news release.

Mineola won one of several state bilingual education grants available to districts without a bilingual education program or that want to expand one to a new school, according to the state Education Department website.

The money, distributed in $50,000 increments over five years, will pay for Spanish literature for school libraries, classroom materials and opportunities for teachers to work together to build the dual-language curriculum, Moriarty said.

“It is no easy task for anyone to win a grant,” Michael Nagler, the district superintendent, said at last week’s Mineola school board meeting. “It’s particularly difficult because of our relative wealth as a district, we don’t qualify for a lot of grants, so right off the bat you can’t even apply because you don’t meet the basic criteria.”

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Feds charge ex town Dem leader Gerard Terry of Roslyn Heights accused of tax crimes in ‘brazen pattern of deception’

BY N O A H MANSKAR Gerard Terry, the former North Hempstead Democratic chairman, was charged Tuesday with federal tax crimes stemming from what a prosecutor called a “brazen pattern of deception.”

Terry, a Roslyn Heights resident, pleaded not guilty to tax evasion and obstructing the administration of U.S. tax law. The federal indictment alleges he failed to file income tax returns on time from 2000 to 2015, and lied about his income on returns filed late in 2013 and 2015.

Terry, 62, engaged in a “calculated pattern” of behavior to avoid paying federal income taxes for 15 years despite making at least $200,000 annually, mostly from taxpayer-funded work, Assistant U.S. Attorney Artie McConnell said.

Terry is also “at the nexus” of several other investigations involving public corruption, kickbacks and other crimes, McConnell said during the arraign-

ment in Central Islip.

“This really is more than simply a case of someone not paying their taxes,” McConnell said.

Terry faces as many as 51 months in prison if convicted on the federal charges, McConnell said. He is next due in federal court on March 14.

Terry lost five of his six government contracts and resigned from his post as North Hempstead Democratic chairman in early 2016 after Newsday reported that he had accumulated $1.4 million in state and federal tax debt since 2000.

His contracts, including two with the Town of North Hempstead as the Board of Zoning Appeals attorney and as special counsel for the town attorney’s office, paid him a total of $217,000 in 2015.

Terry “willfully and intentionally” failed to pay more than $997,000 in federal income taxes since 2000, McConnell said.

He did not file tax returns on time in any of those years, and the returns he filed late con-

Gerard Terry was first arrested in April 2015. tained false information about his income, McConnell said.

IRS tax collectors started going after Terry’s money in 2006, but he avoided levies on his income by cashing checks from his employers at the banks from which they came and only depositing enough into his own account to pay personal expenses, leaving nothing for the government to take, McConnell

said.

He also deposited more than $500,000 in a corporate checking account for a shell company he created, Neville Warwick LLC, to hide income from the IRS, McConnell said.

Some municipalities for which Terry had contracts for legal work never filed IRS Forms 1099, the form used for independent contractors, on his behalf, McConnell said.

Terry instructed his municipal employers not to open envelopes they received from the IRS and, on one occasion, had an employer make a credit card payment for him rather than cut him a check, McConnell said.

Federal agents found $30,000 in cash at Terry’s home when they searched it Tuesday morning. Terry’s attorney, Susan Scaring, said it belonged to his wife, Concetta Terry, who was in the courtroom Tuesday.

The federal indictment takes the allegations against Terry deeper and broader, indicating a network of deceptive practices that may have touched

more than half a dozen Nassau County municipalities.

Calling Terry a “master manipulator,” McConnell asked U.S. District Court Judge Joanna Seybert to keep Terry in jail given his continued involvement with municipalities and local politics. He still has an active legal contract with the Freeport Community Development Agency, McConnell said.

But Seybert instead ordered him confined to his home with an electronic monitoring device.

Terry’s brother-in-law, Anthony Matteo of Manhasset, put up a $600,000 property he owns in New Hyde Park as Terry’s bail.

“He has absolutely no reason to flee,” Scaring said. “…

He knew these charges were coming and he did not flee.”

Terry, who became visibly emotional during the arraignment, still has “deep roots” in the community and does not pose any risk, Scaring said.

She argued that Terry should be allowed to continue Continued on Page 57

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Transparency focus of Bos state of town authority accepted cash or check payments, but no longer does so.

During her speech, Bosworth also notDuring her annual State of the Town address last Friday, North Hempstead Town ed the town’s improved bond rating, with Supervisor Judi Bosworth focused on the Moody’s Investors Service upgrading the town’s transparency efforts and the impor- town’s Aa1 rating from “stable outlook” to “positive outlook.” The rating is “one small tance of running an open government.

Bosworth said at the Clubhouse at Har- step away” from a AAA rating, the highest bor Links in Port Washington that the town Moody’s offers, she said.

Bosworth touted the town’s decision to would continue to make strides toward enhancing its ethics reforms that began in increase the legal age to purchase tobacco products to 21.

March 2016.

“The legislation was inspired by my col“I will never lose sight of the fact that we are here to serve our residents. Our resi- league and friend the late Nassau County dents are entitled to know how their gov- Legislator Judy Jacobs. I know that today Judy is looking down ernment is running, and smiling to see what its priorities what we have accomare and how we are plished in her name,” spending their tax she said. “I am also dollars,” she said. “I very hopeful that our will continue to run 31 villages will also town government in follow suit in adoptan open and transing the ‘Tobacco 21’ parent manner, in a law as well.” way that people can “We’ve just trust, because it’s the learned that Willisonly way I can imagton Park, under the ine doing things. Our leadership of Mayor residents deserve no Paul Ehrbar, is also less.” considering joining The town board us in this effort,” Boapproved a package sworth added. “We of revisions to its ethhope other villages ics code in March, Town Supervisor Judi Bosworth will, as well.” requiring contractors Renovations and more officials to file financial disclosures and adding family scheduled to be made at the Clinton G. Marmembers who work for the town to the in- tin Pool in New Hyde Park, Bosworth said, were a direct result of town officials and formation that must be disclosed.

The town began taking additional steps members of the community coming togethin April to address corruption and conflicts er to determine what would serve residents of interest after a Newsday report revealed best.

“I think the planning process for this that the former town Democratic chairman, community pool was a great example of Gerard Terry, had $1.4 million in tax debts.

Terry attended the supervisor’s speech, government working in partnership with residents to assure that everyone’s voice but declined to comment.

On Feb. 28, the town board is set to was heard,” she said. “We listened, residents hold two public hearings to strengthen its made suggestions, sometimes very vocally, ethics code and create rules for situations and we adjusted our designs.”

Similar to the pool renovations, Boswhen family members are employed by the worth said recent meetings about improvetown.

Bosworth also noted that several town ments at North Hempstead Beach Park departments have changed over the past exemplified the same partnership between town officials and residents. year to a “no cash policy.”

“At these meetings residents viewed “We have put in place the ability to accept other methods of payment, with the possible plans for the 90-acre park and the goal of moving to a noncash operation, or as 200 wooded acres across the street and were close to that as possible,” she said. “There is able to make valuable suggestions about now a no cash policy at the town’s Highway what their vision is for the park,” she said.

Department, Solid Waste Management Au- “It is very exciting for all of us to reimagine thority, the Port Washington Parking District how the town’s former Bar Beach and the and the Building Department, while other additional property we received from the departments have greatly reduced the num- county can be combined, while making sure we preserve the wooded areas and protect ber of services they accept cash for.

“In addition, we have hired an outside our wetlands.”

Bosworth said the town would be partfirm to review our cash policies so that we can have an independent additional set of nering with the Holocaust Memorial and eyes taking a look at what other changes we Tolerance Center in Glen Cove on several initiatives “aimed at supporting, protecting can institute.”

A former employee, Helen McCann, and empowering those who are targets of was arrested last February for allegedly hateful acts and raising consciousness about stealing $98,000 from the Solid Waste the importance of us standing together in Management Authority. Before Jan. 1, the opposition to hate.”

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Town eyes ban on LIRR names firms to bid Israel boycotters on work for 3rd track leads the boycott, divestment and sanctions movement, often referred to as BDS. Town Supervisor Judi Bosworth said legislation was being drafted and would be presented at the public hearing.

Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed an executive order in June that instructs public agencies to divest from companies deemed to support BDS. Also at the meeting, the Town Board approved a bond resolution of $847,975 for the improvement of facilities at Harbor Hills Park in Great Neck.

Officials said the funds would be used to reconstruct an existing dock, pier and seawall, as well as make water drainage improvements and improvements to the parking lot.

If the town receives any grant funding, or if it has any additional funds, that money can be used for the project.

The park is nestled along the coast of Great Neck and overlooks Little Neck Bay.

BY J OE N I K I C Town of North Hempstead officials are considering prohibiting the town from contracting with companies that boycott Israel.

The Town Board voted Tuesday to set a public hearing on March 14 to discuss potentially barring the town from working with companies that participate in the boycott, divestment and sanctions movement against Israel.

The movement began in 2005, when Palestinian civil society groups called for use of the three tactics as a means of nonviolent pressure on Israel to end what they deemed an illegal occupation in the West Bank and Gaza Strip, gain recognition of equal rights for Palestinians living in Israel and achieve a right of return for Palestinian refugees displaced from their homes, according to the Palestinian BDS National Committee. It is the coalition of Palestinian organizations that

BY N O A H MANSKAR The Long Island Rail Road on Tuesday named four groups of companies that it says are qualified to build a third track along 9.8 miles of its Main Line.

The groups — two of which include Long Island-based firms — will be asked to submit bids emphasizing their ability to complete Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s $2 billion project on time and engage responsibly with affected communities, the LIRR said in a news release.

The winning bidder will work with the LIRR and the state Department of Transportation through a “design-build” contracting process, which the state says ensures projects get completed on time and within budget.

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The named consortia are 3rd Track Constructors, composed of Lawrence-based John P. Picone Inc., Dragados USA Inc., CCA Civil Inc. and Halmar International LLC; Skanska Kiewit Posillico JV, composed of Skanska USA Civil Northeast Inc., Kiewit Infrastructure Co. and Farmingdale-based Posillico Civil Inc.; Third Track Partners, composed of Granite Construction Northeast Inc., Judlau Contracting Inc. and the Lane Construction Corp.; and Tutor Perini/O&G JV, composed of Tutor Perini Corp. and O&G Industries Inc. The LIRR sent out a request for qualifications in December.

The firms were picked after a review process in which several state agencies evaluated potential bidders, including minorityand women-owned businesses, the LIRR said.

Project planners have maintained the LIRR will hold the contractors to construction deadlines to ensure the project is built in three to four years.

The “design-build” process encourages innovative construction methods and imposes financial penalties for failing to follow the timeline, the LIRR said.

In their bids, the groups must include plans to minimize disruption, post regular updates and engage directly with affected residents in communities along the corridor stretching from Floral Park to Hicksville, the LIRR said.

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority will not select a group to do the work until the LIRR issues a final environmental impact statement and the MTA Board of Directors authorizes the project.

The MTA plans to add the project to its capital program, a long-term list of work that is subject to approval by the state’s Continued on Page 57

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ANNOUNCING REACH OUT AMERICA’S FEBRUARY MEETING:

OPENING OUR HEARTS AND MINDS Dr. Isma Chaudhry, President of the Islamic Center of Long Island, Westbury, will discuss how we can counteract images of Muslim women as oppressed, combat stereotypes linking the members of her faith to terrorism, and reaffirm our support for one another by celebrating our rich diversity.

THE TIME: Wednesday, February 8, 2017 at 12:30 PM THE PLACE: UU Congregation, 48 Shelter Rock Road, Manhasset ADMISSION IS FREE, REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED, ALL ARE INVITED.

ROA CONTINUES ITS FREE SOCIALLY CONSCIOUS MOVIE SERIES 6:45pm, Great Neck Library, 159 Bayview Avenue.

February 16: An American Mosque. The fight for tolerance in a rural California town. Rabbi Robert S. Widom, moderates.

March 2: Power to the Pedals/ Marion Stoddard. The heroic campaigns of two environmental pioneers.

April 6: The Waiting Room. A public hospital’s struggle to care for largely uninsured patients.

For more go to www.reachout-america.com

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Academy alums to aid accreditation Merchant Marine grads form committee to address issues raised in agency’s report

BY J OE N I K I C Graduates from the United States Merchant Marine Academy announced Thursday their plans to assist the institution in maintaining its accreditation after an independent accrediting agency placed its status in jeopardy.

The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Alumni Association and Foundation, or AAF, announced that it created an advisory committee in an effort to resolve issues at the academy identified by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

“If we don’t fix the accreditation, then nothing else matters,” said James Tobin, president of the AAF. “This is an existential threat to the institution and therefore a long-term threat to our national security.”

In a report dated June 24, the Middle States Commission issued a warning to the academy about its accreditation status, citing the school’s failure to meet five of the agency’s 14 standards.

The report highlighted the academy’s noncompliance with

Kings Point-based United States Merchant Marine Academy its standards on financial planning, leadership, student services and resource allocation.

The academy remains accredited while on warning, which is the least severe penalty used by the accrediting agency.

Of the 10 schools that have been issued warnings by the Middle States Commission, the marine academy is the only one

to fail to meet more than two of the commission’s standards, according to the AAF. James Fitzpatrick, a marine transportation professor and department chair at the Massachusetts Maritime Academy, will chair the advisory committee.

“We are hopeful that applying our academic and managerial expertise to the tasks at

Man charged with 3 NHP burglary attempts

BY N O A H M A N S K A R A Manhattan man was arrested last Friday night in connection with three attempted burglaries at New Hyde Park homes, Nassau County police said.

Police stopped Steven Rizzo, 29, at the corner of Maple Drive West and Lakeville Road at 10:53 p.m. Jan. 27 after he unsuccessfully tried to break into a Stephen Avenue home, police said.

The resident of that house identified Rizzo as the burglar, and an investigation found he tried to break into two other Stephen Avenue homes through rear windows, police said.

Rizzo was arraigned at First District Court in Hempstead last Saturday on three counts of second-degree attempt- Steven Rizzo ed burglary, according to online court bail. He is represented by a Legal Aid records.

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hand will assist the Maritime Administration and the academy in identifying the most effective means of addressing the MSCHE committee’s concerns,” said Fitzpatrick, who graduated from the marine academy in 1977.

“We also stand ready to advise on how best to implement the changes that will be required to remove the academy’s warning

status.”

The AAF’s advisory committee will develop a “comprehensive overview” of the commission’s expectations and requirements for accreditation, according to an AAF news release.

The committee will also outline practices implemented by other Middle States Commission-accredited federal service academies and use case studies on schools that were previously placed on warning to identify steps those schools took to ensure accreditation.

Other members on the advisory committee include Bob Comegys, a 1977 marine academy graduate and chairman of the Education Committee of the American Institute of Maritime Underwriters, and Connie Dato English, a 1986 marine academy graduate and member of U.S. Sen. Mark Warner’s (D-Virginia) Service Academy Review Board.

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Alzheimer’s Foundation to leave Port

BY ST E P H E N ROMANO The Long Island Alzheimer’s Foundation announced on Tuesday that it will move its headquarters from Port Washington to a new state-of-the-art facility in Westbury.

Tom Killeen, chairman of the foundation, said the decision to leave Port Washington was difficult, but was important because the headquarters will be more central to its partners.

“The board’s analysis of the statistical data regarding the approximately 50,000 people on Long Island currently afflicted with Alzheimer’s, and where they lived, showed that LIAF needed to be more centrally located to carry out its mission,” Killen said. “Our partners in the health care and assisted living areas encouraged us to do so, resulting in LIAF’s expansion in 2016 to certain satellite locations in Westbury and Rockville Centre, and ultimately to its new space in Westbury.”

The new Westbury location will be at 1025 Old Country Road.

The foundation, which provides resources and support programs for people with early symptoms through end-of-life Alzheimer’s disease, was founded in Port Washington in 1988.

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The Long Island Alzheimer’s Foundation announced it will be moving its headquarters from Port Washington to Westbury.

Instead of conducting Alzheimer’s research, the foundation provides patients with programs that involve staying active, including using music and dance, allowing people to enjoy songs from when they were younger.

The new facility, which is configured to allow for an expansion of the foundation’s services, features three program rooms for participants in all stages of the disease, a news re-

lease said.

There is also a presentation room for the foundation’s participants to enjoy daily entertainment, guest speakers and educational training, the release said.

With a strong focus on the caregiver, the foundation said, the new facility will include a support group room for caregivers and families, as well as an intake room for potential participants and a quiet room for a

participant who needs rest.

The foundation’s Brian Fitness Workshops, which are for adults who do not have a diagnosis of memory impairment but are interested in maintaining and enhancing their cognitive ability, will have a room, too.

“All of us at LIAF are excited about this new chapter and the opportunity to bring our services more easily to those who need them,” said Tori Cohen,

executive director of the foundation. “While our new location is being readied, LIAF will continue to provide its services at some of its satellite locations, as well as in homes providing respite for families throughout Long Island. We are planning a special community open house and grand opening celebration at the new facility in March 2017 to launch our new beginning.”

Mineola schools tout role clubs play

BY S A M U E L GLASSER Clubs and other extracurricular activities are a big part of school life in the Mineola school district, school officials and students said Thursday.

These activities let students explore their interests, develop leadership and become involved in community service projects, Edward Escobar, the district’s assistant superintendent of human resources, said. They also help students learn dedication and commitment.

Colleges also rank extracurricular activities high in their criteria for admission, Escobar said.

“When it comes to clubs and activities it all comes down to the three A’s: academics, athletics and activities,” Escobar said.

At Mineola High School, students can come up with an idea for a new club, a list of students who are interested and a faculty member willing to be an adviser before pitching the new club to the administration, Whittney

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Smith, the school principal, said.

This how the chess and fashion clubs took their place among the school’s 42 clubs, Smith said.

Most recently, a club called “I Am That Girl” was formed.

The 19 clubs at the Middle School also play big part in school life there, the middle school principal, Andrew Casale, said.

“It’s important for our kids,” Casale said. “They’re in class all

day and need to have experiences that interest them and capture their attention.”

The Math Pioneers, an active and popular club with 35 students, meets every other week, Casale said.

The students compete in the monthly Math Olympiads against other schools statewide as well as competing with each other. The activities, some students said,

prove that math is fun.

The Treblemakers, a choral group with about 40 students who meet weekly, is one of the best-attended clubs, Casale said.

They participate at the school concerts and perform at special events.

The 40-member Robotics Club fielded four teams for the Nassau County qualifying rounds for the FIRST Lego League, an international competition where the contestants have to develop a solution to a problem and compete with Lego-based robots of their own design.

As for community service, students in the district raised $5,000 in late 2016 to help rebuild homes and a school in Haiti that were badly damaged after a hurricane last fall, Escobar said.

Meadow Drive School students raised $700 towards the total to put their handprints on a 10-foot long banner that Garry Desire, a district instructional leader, took to Haiti on his trip to visit family there.

Also on Thursday, the Mineo-

la school board board announced that the high school’s assistant principal, Larry Puccio, and five other staff members will retire at the end of the school year.

Superintendent Michael Nagler also said the district had retired some debt, reducing its interest expense. Administrators expect to lower the tax levy once the calculations are finalized, Nagler said.

The board also recognized Madison Levine, a second-grader in the district’s dual-language program at Meadow Drive School, who was selected as a finalist from Nassau County in the PTA Reflections contest.

Her essay was based on the theme “What is your story?” It explained how her family discovered that she had celiac disease at age 4.

Levine now advances to the regional level of the competition.

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Northwell unveils new heart hospital Manhasset facility unites cardiac units

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Ed board touts Lunar New Year celebration Says holiday shows cultural diversity in Great Neck

BY J OE N I K I C Great Neck school board officials said recent Lunar New Year celebrations allowed students and the community to embrace diversity on the peninsula.

The Board of Education president, Barbara Berkowitz, said at Monday’s school board meeting that she attended celebrations by both the Great Neck Chinese Association and Great Neck Korean Civic Association over the weekend.

“These were both wonderfully joyous events,” Berkowitz said. “It was a wonderful celebration and recognition of diversity in our community and we’re so proud of this diversity as well.”

Superintendent of Schools Teresa Prendergast said she enjoyed seeing some of the district’s students involved with an

important aspect of their culture.

“From my perspective, it was a joy to be able to see our students on stage being proud of their cultural heritage and being able to share with everyone in the community,” Prendergast said.

Great Neck was the first district on Long Island to recognize the Lunar New Year as a holiday on its school year calendar after the board voted to approve its inclusion in March.

Since the Lunar New Year falls on a Saturday this year, the holiday will be officially recognized for the first time on Feb. 16, 2018, since that is a Friday.

Also at the meeting, Prendergast said the United Parent Teacher Council’s Legislative Affairs Committee would meet over the next couple of weeks with recently elected state Sen. Elaine Phillips and Assembly-

man Tony D’Urso.

She said the purpose of meeting with the state legislators was “to talk about and to introduce them to our school community so they can advocate on behalf of public education and the needs of our district.”

Also at the meeting, Prendergast said the district has begun its “reverification of residency” process.

She said families of students entering the ninth grade would need to re-register with the district to ensure that it has “an adequate count in terms of enrollment figures and that we can take care of all the documents that are needed to guarantee to our community that students who are educated in Great Neck Public Schools live in the Great Neck Public Schools” district.

Northwell Health opened a new medical center devoted to cardiac care, the Sandra Atlas Bass Heart Hospital, at a ribbon cutting in Manhasset on Tuesday.

“This is something that years ago people thought would never be possible,” Michael Dowling, the Northwell Health CEO, said. “It proves everything is possible.”

The facility is at North Shore University Hospital on Community Drive.

Its opening ends what the hospital group’s executive director of cardiothoracic surgery, Dr. Alan Hartman, called “an arms race between two cardiac campuses several miles apart,” which belonged to the Long Island Jewish Medical Center and North Shore University Hospital.

Long Island Jewish Medical Center and North Shore University Hospital merged in 1997, though the hospitals’ cardiac care centers remained separate.

“The Heart Hospital is the integration of these two campuses,” Hartman said.

With a staff of over 700, including surgeons, cardiologists, nurses and other specialists, the Heart Hospital will perform more than 1,500 open-heart surgeries and 3,000 cardiac interventions each year, Northwell Health said in a statement.

LIJ Medical Center will continue to offer cardiac interventions at its New Hyde Park campus, but the hospital’s cardiac sugery staff is now part of the Heart Hospital, the statement added.

“The Heart Hospital has its own entrance, valet parking and upgraded clinical facilities,” said

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Dr. Barry Kaplan, co-director of the Heart Hospital.

The Heart Hospital will also have access to North Shore University Hospital’s rooftop helipad, which will allow it to accept transfers from other hospitals through a helicopter emergency transport service.

Sandra Atlas Bass, the donor who made the Heart Hospital possible, has also donated to the Cohen Children’s Medical Center and the Feinstein Institute for Medical Research, Northwell Health said. She serves as a life trustee of Northwell Health.

“Unlike other cardiac programs in the region, the Heart Hospital accepts any patient, 24/7, without regard to the severity of his or her illness or socioeconomic level,” Hartman said.

Alexander Mullery, one of Hartman’s patients, recounted an aortic valve replacement he received in 1997. His life resumed without issue until last August, when he noticed an unusual heartbeat and was rushed to the hospital by his wife, Mullery said.

A helicopter brought him to North Shore University Hospital, where Hartman repaired an aortic aneurysm hours later.

After nine days, Mullery left the hospital, he said.

“It’s hard to express thanks to Dr. Hartman for saving my life — and not once but twice,” Mullery said.

At Tuesday’s ribbon cutting, Hartman gave Mullery medical permission to resume playing golf this spring. The decision came with a gift: a new putter.

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n a letter published on Dec. 16, a former elected school board member supporting then-President-elect Donald Trump said Hillary Clinton’s presidential campaign was backed by “anti-Christian, antiU.S. globalists” led by George Soros, a wealthy businessman who was described as a “Rothschild banker.”

Many readers called the letter anti-Semitic in its description of Soros and his supposed control of Clinton and then-President Barack Obama in a way that raised questions of Jews’ loyalty to their country and propagated international banking conspiracy “theories” that have been a staple of antiSemitic writings across history.

We said in an editorial published on Dec. 30 that although we believed the letter was thinly disguised anti-Semitism our readers were better served by confronting ignorant or hateful ideas.

We now realize we were wrong and apologize for the pain the letter’s publication caused.

Readers who objected to our decision to publish the letter cited the pain suffered by Jews across the centuries based on vicious falsehoods such as those referred to in the letter.

Many of those who called or wrote, or with whom we met personally, recalled the horrors of the Holocaust, still fresh in their minds either through personal experience or the experiences of friends and family. The author of this editorial — the child of a Holocaust survivor and named after a grandfather

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Some who disagreed with the publication of the letter also said the rhetoric during the past election season and the national rise in hate crimes since the election added to their concerns.

We are committed to not adding to those concerns. We will not publish letters in the future that are inflammatory like the one published on Dec. 16.

The decision on where to draw the line in publishing letters to the editor is an admittedly subjective one that has bedeviled daily and weekly newspapers since the nation’s founding.

As we said in December, we are believers in the marketplace of ideas that is at the heart of our First Amendment and, as such, our newspapers offer a forum to our readers that grants them latitude in what they say and what subjects they address.

This has also led to some difficult decisions about what to publish and what not to publish.

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Leftists embracing states’ rights?

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ith Republicans controlling the White House and both houses of Congress, desperate leftists are suddenly embracing “states’ rights” to protect Obama’s legacy.

In California, for instance, the Democratic-controlled state Legislature retained former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder — the only A.G. to be held in contempt of Congress — to prepare state challenges to any changes the Trump administration makes in health care, immigration, education or climate warming policies.

On the hiring, California lawmakers stated: “We have an obligation to defend the people who elected us and the policies and diversity that makes California an example of what truly makes a nation great.”

And Holder will be advising them in their efforts “to resist any attempts to roll back the progress California has made.”

“Sanctuary City” proponents are also citing “states’ rights” to protect illegal immigrants from what they view as unfair federal laws.

Writing in the New York Times, Cesar Vargas, a Latino strategist for Bernie Sanders in 2016, wrote “localities, not Washington bureaucrats, are best suited to de-

termine local law-enforcement according to a multitude of factors in any given situation.”

Vargas’ declaration sounds like something straight out of Barry Goldwater’s “Conscience of a Conservative.”

Leftist appeals to “states’ rights” is mind-boggling.

For close to 70 years they vilified states’ rights advocates, accusing them of supporting Jim Crow laws resisting racial equality, opposing the civil rights movement and court–ordered busing.

Richard Nixon and Ronald Reagan were dismissed as racists because they were wary of federal officials encroaching on local governments and argued for the return of powers to the sovereign states.

Even more ironic, to advance their newly acquired creed, leftists will have to stand on the shoulders of three states’ rights advocates they have demonized: Thomas Jefferson, Andrew Jackson and John C. Calhoun.

In 2015, Democrats throughout the nation dropped the names of Jefferson and Jackson from annual dinners because the two former presidents were deemed racists.

Defending the decision, Iowa Democratic State Chairman, Andrew McGuire, stated the two

GEORGE J. MARLIN On The Right presidents owned slaves and the party “believes it is important to change the names of the dinner to align with the values of our modern-day Democratic Party: inclusiveness, diversity, and equality.”

As for one of the nation’s earliest political theorists, John C. Calhoun (1782-1850), radical student protesters at Yale University have been demanding that the name of this notable graduate be stricken from a residential college because he was a racist and employed “states’ rights” arguments to defend slavery.

Thomas Jefferson — the author of the Declaration of Indepen-

dence, defender of the common man and proponent of religious tolerance — fearing the usurpation of authority from “free and independent states” by the national government, argued for a limited constitutional government.

Certain the 1798 Alien and Sedition Acts signed into law by President John Adams, violated the Constitution, Jefferson authored the Kentucky Resolution which held that such acts exceeding the constitutional authority of Congress the states could declare “not law” and “altogether void.”

For Jefferson, the states were the ultimate interpreters of the Constitution. “Where powers are assumed,” he wrote, “which have not been delegated [to the Federal Government], a nullification of the act [by the states] is a right remedy.”

To protect sectional interests — particularly slavery — John C. Calhoun built upon the principles enunciated in the Kentucky Resolution.

Sovereign states established local governments and created the federal government.

Since sovereignty was indivisible, the states never lost their sovereignty in entering the union.

And while the states had given the federal government attributes of sovereignty, Calhoun postulated

the actual sovereign power remained within the people of the states.

Under Calhoun’s compact theory, the states could nullify actions taken by the national government.

The Congressional numerical majority would be checked by the concurrent majority of the states.

While opposed to nullification, Andrew Jackson championed the prerogatives of the states.

In his first inaugural address, he said “Nothing is clearer in my view, then that we are chiefly indebted for the success of the Constitution under which we are now acting to the watchful and auxiliary operation of the state authorities…. I cannot, therefore, too strongly or too earnestly…warn you against all encroachments upon the legitimate sphere of state sovereignty.”

There you have it.

Will leftists quote three noted Americans they despise to promote their sudden devotion to states’ rights?

You bet they will.

Why? Because these self-righteous ideologues, will employ any tactic to impose their will on the American people — even pledging allegiance to a basic tenet of the U.S. conservative movement, “states’ rights.”

ALL THINGS POLITICAL

Murky world of L.I. IDA tax break

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he Industrial Development Agency in New York State was created in 1969, through an act of legislation.

Currently, there are 109 separate IDAs in New York, eight of which are on Long Island.

Although IDAs are empowered to undertake projects on their own volition, most projects are created for the benefit of an applicant.

The original motivation behind the IDA was to facilitate economic activity and development, and to create jobs. Long Island has somehow twisted this into a benefit for the politically connected, at the taxpayer’s expense.

The purpose of an IDA tax break should be to give a developer assistance to make an otherwise unfeasible project a reality.

The way an IDA tax break is usually granted is through what has come to be known as a PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes), which

takes a development project off the tax rolls until the IDA tax break expires.

To make up for the loss of tax revenue, the tax rate on existing residential and commercial property owners is raised.

Some other benefits granted

by IDA’s are sales tax exemptions on construction materials, equipment rentals and furnishings, along with a possible mortgage recording tax exemptions.

A typical PILOT lasts for 10 years but can be of any length and is ultimately determined by the local IDA. According to state Comptroller Tom DiNapoli’s June 2016 report on New York State’s IDA Agencies, there were 4,581 IDA projects throughout the state during 2014, representing $631.6 million in net tax exemptions received by projects. In regions like Long Island, especially Nassau County, with a poor history of fiscal integrity, this leaves plenty of room for abuse.

ADAM HABER All Things Political Some recent examples of IDA tax break abuse on Long Island include car dealerships that can’t pick up and move, self-storage facilities that don’t create jobs and fitness centers (who file for a tax break under the disingenuous IDA loophole of tourism).

All the aforementioned should have applied for a business loan and not looked for taxpayer-funded government

handouts. No comprehensive statewide study has been conducted to see if political donors or those politically connected receive a disproportionate share of IDA benefits.

This kind of abuse on Long Island is not just possible, it’s probable, as entree to an IDA board comes via political appointment, not election.

The latest abuse of the IDA process has been by the Town of Hempstead IDA board.

Keeping in mind, IDA tax breaks are meant to attract new businesses to Long Island or retain local businesses from leaving, the Green Acres Mall, which can’t pick up and leave, received an IDA from the Town of Hempstead that was pushed through quickly in an opaque process without community input.

Any new retail construction around the Green Acres Mall will at least partially cannibalize sales and jobs from competing small businesses in the vicinity.

Individual Valley Stream residential homeowners would be footing the bill of the proposed IDA tax break and are looking at a roughly $350 to $750 tax increase, with commercial property owners bracing for a larger tax hike.

Most of the Town of Hempstead IDA board resigned after the outcry from the proposal and the jury is still out as to whether or not the Green Acres IDA will go through.

What’s equally as frustrating is when Long Island loses a business through an IDA to another part of the state or the country and then claims job creation when a roughly equal number of jobs are created through an IDA that brings a different business from the same region where jobs were lost.

The end result is our community nets no new jobs, while the IDA touts job creation as taxpayers foot the bill.

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Trump travel ban is self-defeating

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n one stroke of his pen, Trump overturned and violated foundational American principles and values enshrined in the Constitution that bars favor or disfavor for any religion, that guarantees due process of law and that every person deserves equal justice under law.

His ban on travel, immigration and refugee asylum goes against American history and heritage as a nation built by immigrants, many who came as refugees fleeing war and persecution.

It ignores the many instances in American history when government violated its own principles, such as its original sins, the genocide of Native Americans and enslavement of Africans, going on to the Chinese Expulsion, the Japanese internment, the ramifications of turning back boatloads of Jews fleeing the Nazi Holocaust.

Trump would like to go back to those bad ol’ days.

And he did it on International Holocaust Remembrance Day. (Note: Trump’s statement on Friday failed to mention Jews or anti-Semitism, clearly the imprint of White Nationalist Steve

Bannon who is the architect of America First and Trump’s main advisor.)

The Iranian Jews who fled the Ayotollahs and the Iraqi Jews expelled and found homes in Great Neck, can well understand the terror.

Trump, through his dismissive foreign policy tweets concerning NATO, nuclear weapons, climate change, indeed his entire America First policy (reinforced by the new UN Ambassador Nikki Haley in a defiant, “you have our back or we’re taking names” threat), his trade war launched with Mexico which likely will spread to China and others, his stance to pull the U.S. out of global climate action, will turn the U.S. into a pariah among nations, opening the way for China to step up influence in Mexico (a Pacific nation) and Africa, and Russia in the Middle East and Eastern Europe (after all, who will stop Putin’s push to establish a new Soviet Empire?).

The immoral, unconstitutional, anti-American, and ultimately self-destructive impacts of Trump’s Muslim Ban will not make the U.S. safer, but feeds into radical jihadists’ war cry

KAREN RUBIN Pulse of the Peninsula against the Crusader west, not to mention the misery, anxiety it has imposed on thousands of immigrants and refugees who have already suffered the terror of war and the trauma of leaving homelands, putting them back into dangerous and desperate circumstance.

But I want to focus on the economic and social impacts of undermining travel and tourism, reviving anti-Americanism abroad and undermining the appeal of the United States as a destination.

Trump, with an America First philosophy, says he wants to

expand economy and jobs, lower the trade deficit, but his policies already are guaranteed to damage one of the nation’s most vigorous, reliable engines of economic growth, jobs and social mobility, lifting minorities and women into the middle class, not to mention international goodwill: international travel.

Indeed, tourism is part of trade. Travelers coming into the United States are an “import,” and the dollars spent here go a long way to reducing the trade deficit.

How much? According to the US Travel Association, travel and tourism generates $2.1 trillion in economic output (2.7 percent of GDP) from domestic and international visitors (includes $927.9 billion in direct travel expenditures that spurred an additional $1.2 trillion in other industries through a ripple effect).

Travel expenditures support 15 million jobs (eight million directly); account for $221.7 billion in wages, and generate $141.5 billion in tax revenues to federal, state and local governments, levels that increased significantly over the past eight

years, helping to lift the nation out of the Great Recession.

The value of international tourism goes beyond economic growth, jobs and tax receipts, though these are vitally important — but in essence literally brings peoples together. American travelers are unofficial ambassadors of American values and ideas, fostering good will.

In the same vein, Americans who meet people face to face, where they are no longer “others” to be feared, but rather seen as human beings more similar than different.

Travelers are the first line of diplomacy, the first line or promoting peace and cooperation.

“President Trump’s travel ban on Iranians is a gift to the Islamic republic and its hardline rulers,” writes Hadi Ghaemi, founder and executive director of the Campaign for Human Rights in Iran in the Washington Post. ”It will not deter terrorism on U.S. soil.”

In just his first few days occupying the Oval Office, Trump has managed to overturn the goodwill, and foment antiAmericanism.

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A LOOK ON THE LIGHTER SIDE

It’s all about the shoes, unfortunately

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aybe it’s true that “clothes make the man,” but I can tell you, shoes un-make the woman!

In fact, it seems that a woman isn’t really dressed up unless she’s completely uncomfortable.

I went to a fancy dinner recently and discovered that my shoes were unbearable. And that was just in the first 10 minutes.

Everyone was out on the balcony, watching the sun go down.

It was a beautiful sunset — or so they thought.

“Isn’t that gorgeous?” gushed one of the guests.

“There’s a new one every day,” I replied.

“But this one’s truly spectacular, especially with the rays streaking through the clouds like that.

Don’t you agree?”

“If you say so,” I snapped.

Then — realizing that my attitude needed adjusting, I walked over to the bar. Or rather, I hobbled there.

“Judy!” The bartender knew me. “Surely you’re too young to have such terrible arthritis!”

“You’re right; I don’t have arthritis,” I answered. But when he asked me, “Then what is the matter?” I had no idea.

I decided I’d better take inventory, starting from the top down: Was it a headache? No. Sore throat? No. Was I too hungry? Too hot or too cold? No, no, no. Then I looked down.

It was my feet! They were radiating so much misery up through the rest of my body, not even a perfectly mixed Margarita could get my attention. I wanted to cut my poor feet right off!

Instead, I did the next best thing: I kicked my shoes across the room.

The relief was immediate.

“Oh, I feel human again!”

But my husband had a question: “Judy, I hope you saw where they went? Because I don’t think I can carry you across that gravel parking lot back to the car!”

My gallant knight. “Don’t worry.” Never mind gravel, I’d walk barefoot over burning coals

JUDY EPSTEIN A Look on the Lighter Side before I put those shoes on again.

I had spent a lot for them, too.

“Throw them into the Sound!” one of the partygoers urged me. I was tempted — but it would have been classified as pollution.

I might be turning into the crazy aunt whose dress seems perfectly elegant above the knee, but who from the ankles down is in nurse’s shoes.

That’s all right; nurses are smart cookies! Just put me in the

second row for pictures, where no one can see my feet; at least I’ll be smiling!

It makes me think about the Oscars, coming up in just a few weeks. The women striding down the red carpet are surely the best actresses in the world, to be able to walk the length of that gauntlet, in instruments of torture…and smiling!

If it were me, I would hope against hope that no pesky reporter asks me to stop and answer a question: “Who are you wearing?”

“Torquemada.”

“Oh — is he Spanish?”

“Yes — from the Inquisition.

Oh look, It’s a grizzly bear, coming straight for Meryl Streep!”

And while they all turn around, I’d take off my shoes and sprint for my seat inside. (The bear only wants Meryl’s autograph, anyway!)

It’s so much easier for the men. Everything they wear is cut to whatever size they happen to be; and nobody says, “Wow, flats?

With those pants? What was he

thinking?”

“Well, what about neck ties?” my husband reminds me.

“Yes indeed, what about them? They’re mildly uncomfortable — if you’ve lied to your wife about your true neck size when she’s buying you shirts. As for the rest of your outfit — does it cripple you? No? I didn’t think so!”

The only fancy shoes I’ve ever envied were the Ruby Slippers from the Wizard of Oz. Apparently, they magically fit whoever is wearing them, whether you’re a little girl from Kansas, or a wicked witch.

But poor Cinderella! All she got were some glass slippers.

No wonder she left one behind, when she ran from the ball. She never wanted to see those things again! I can just imagine her face when the Prince showed up at her house: “Did you forget this?”

“Oh, no, I’ll never forget — I mean, I’ve never seen them. Now please, move on to my ugly stepsisters before I smash that thing with a broom!”

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RE EA AD DE ER RS S W WR R II TT E E R

Trump’s orders hasty, ill-considered

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n just one week after his inauguration, Trump (and I hesitate to use his title) has managed to sign several executive orders hastily to fulfill his ill-considered promises.

Certainly he had not thought of the impact they surely were to have. Indeed, we can deduce that this careless powerbesotted man still has no regard for careful planning or consideration of the consequences.

I write this on Saturday the 28th after watching the consequences of the travel ban and the entry of refugees from seven Muslim countries.

Many are people who had helped our troops in Iraq.

According to Trump, we would be admitting intensely vetted applicants, but their entrance was blocked because plans had not been prepared for an orderly process.

Officials still are confused about the provisions; it had gone into effect immediately upon being signed, and cast a wide

net.

It covers people who already have green cards and with the technical complexities, they may have to be vetted again.

Emphasis on immigrants was misplaced; damage done by them is negligible; we should concentrate on immigrants who are willing to report suspicious activity by those in their midst.

Communication with the media and the responsible agencies was left to the last possible moment.

It covers seven Muslim countries, but not Saudi Arabia, the origin of most of the 9/11 plotters, nor several other Muslim countries.

If Trump does business with a Muslim country, its nationals are not being vetted.

Trump claimed it was not prejudiced against Muslims, but Christians will have less trouble.

The inexperienced authors of this plan do not understand that our troops in these areas will be distrusted and will be in greater danger and lose cooperation from

the populace.

U.S. cities that refuse to round up law abiding undocumented individuals are being threatened with loss of federal aid.

Another executive order Trump signed regards the building of his favorite beautiful wall that will be paid for by Mexico.

The actual signing of that document convinced the President of Mexico to cancel the projected visit in Mexico next week.

Of course, Trump announced it had been cancelled, “by mutual consent.”

Now that media have decided that henceforth when we catch him in a lie, we can say “ He lied.”

Fortunately lawsuits are already being filed to delay new orders, and nominated cabinet secretaries are being closely examined; no more polite tolerance of “alternative facts” by the media.

And journalists are fighting the proposed move from the White House, surely presidential revenge.

There is news of monitors being assigned to various agencies to weaken

processes and tattle if staff are somehow resisting new orders, and monstrous Steve Bannon has been added to the National Security Council to bring the political emphasis of GOP views.

Frightening reminders of history. Truly stomach churning.

A not so subtle hint: this morning, Turner Classic Movies was showing a Nazi movie. Can we expect more very interesting films?

And to top off the ignorant federal announcement of Holocaust Remembrance Day last week, it did not mention that it commemorates the suffering of 6 million Jews.

Many others suffered but the Holocaust was initiated to rid the world of all Jews.

No limit to ineptitude or subconscious intolerance.

Esther Confino New Hyde Park

Moore a role Central Nassau’s needs unmet model for many I

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e have just lost Mary Tyler Moore, who passed away at age 80.

She made us laugh in the “Dick Van Dyke Show” and the “Mary Tyler Moore Show,” and was a role model for women and appeared on Broadway and in movies.

She was born in Brooklyn and lived for a time in Flushing, Queens and for a time attended Catholic School.

Yet she was more than an actress, but was active in charity work and various political causes such as animal rights and diabetes.

She lost many people she had loved including a son who died at age 25.

She had many crosses to bear like alcoholism and diabetes.

And yet I think her losses, disappointments and struggles made her stronger and a role model for us all.

Now for all that my heartfelt prayers go out to her family, friends and especially us fans that will miss her and will forever remember Mary Tyler Moore.

Frederick R. Bedell, Jr. Mineola

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t is for certain that there are many more concerns for Central Nassau County than are being considered.

Most comments only address individual interests.

It is necessary to stand back and get the total picture or rise above it all for the same purpose.

One consideration is traffic on North-South and East-West thoroughfares, all of which are encumbered.

The big picture includes that from the Cross Island Parkway on the west, there is no other expressway North and South all the way to the Meadowbrook Parkway.

From 495 and the Northern State Parkway, there are no other East-West expressways all the way down to the Southern State Parkway.

Considering how this entire encompassed area is fully developed except for parks, etc.

The only solution is at least three tunnels North-South from Northern Boulevard to the Southern State and three East-West from the Cross Island to the Meadowbrook: all evenly spaced.

Each of these six would need various entrances and exits and connections with the transverse tunnels.

There are no two ways about it.

As I remember, Mineola has five water wells.

Two are out of service and the one on Elm Place needs an air stripper. This requires moving the water department to another location.

I can imagine that there are problems in many other locales.

Yet, there are those that want to keep developing Long Island beyond its capacity.

Their type of selfish interests don’t take into consideration that

they are responsible for much of the pollution of the water supply.

They also cannot be counted on to be continually ‘cleaning up after themselves.’

For all the things that need to be done on Long Island, among the first steps is that being one of the heaviest taxed counties in the U.S., stringent control of where the tax dollars are going and being wasted has to be brought under control to pay for all of these needs.

Recently I mentioned how Nassau’s sewage system can be repaired economically and paid for with hopefully a modest surcharge on those who actually use the water.

It can’t be more fair than that.

I will be commenting on how other needed things can be done and I am not stupid.

Charles Samek Mineola

3rd track questions still unanswered

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he MTA LIRR recently held public hearings for the draft LIRR Main Line Expansion Project (previously known as Main Line Third Track) draft Environmental Impact Statement.

It still left many unanswered questions. which may be why “Opposition to 3rd track still strong in NHP” (Noah Manskar -January 26).

The Draft Scoping Document for the project, including the

planned Environmental Impact Statement is in compliance with the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act. Why no reference to the National Environmental Protect Action?

Without following NEPA, the MTA LIRR forfeits any opportunity to access U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration or Federal Highway Administration funding. U.S. DOT FTA provides over $1.2 bil-

lion in yearly formula grant assistance to the MTA. The LIRR annual share averages $150 million, not counting East Side Access. This is supplemented by New Starts and other competitive discretionary dollars which over any Five-Year Capital Plan can average one to $2 billion.

Why would the MTA LIRR not want to preserve the option to apply for U.S. DOT FTA capital funding in the future for this project?

Was it to avoid U.S. DOT FTA

oversight over the project especially the environmental review process?

In 2005, the project was following NEPA with the intention of applying to USDOT FTA for construction funding.

In response to both community and political opposition from elected officials, the project was cancelled by that generations senior MTA and LIRR management team.

President Trump has pro-

posed a `10-year trillion dollar infrastructure program.

Sen. Schumer and Congressional Democrats have a similar proposal.

This is one program which Democrats and Republicans, city, suburban and even rural transit advocates might agree on.

Even if reduced to several hundred million, it could have been a potential funding source if NEPA was followed.

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READERS WRITE

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colors of light, but they are comprised of mostly blue light.

The combination of different colors yields white light. The intense white LED lights are the most efficient with regard to cost savings, but they also present the greatest danger to human health (American Medical Association).

Here’s what the vulnerable public needs to know: Scientists have known for decades that blue light is dangerous: it can damage the retina in your eyes and can cause disruption to our sleep cycle — the circadian rhythm.

The damage that blue light causes is, in fact, cumulative in the same way that X-rays are cumulative. Even brief exposures over a number of years add up.

Scientists believe there may be links between exposure to blue light and macular degeneration, attention deficit disorder, and cancer.

The fact is that no one really knows what the hazards of longterm exposure to these white LEDs are.

These light bulbs represent a totally new type of light — one that we have never had experience with before.

Because these lights are based on new technology, scientists have not had any opportunity to study the consequences of long-term exposure to white LEDs. Recent headline from the Harvard Health Letter (2015): Light at night is bad for your health, and exposure to blue light emitted by electronics and energy-efficient lightbulbs may be especially so.

The LED spectrum ranges from yellow on one end, blue on the other, with white in the middle.

This characteristic of LEDs is called the “temperature,” and it’s measured in Kelvin. The lower the Kelvin, the less blue light is emitted. These lights are considered safer than the higher-temperature lights.

To give you some benchmarks, candles are at about 1000K; incandescent bulbs at 3000K; sunlight at about 5400K. Two important points: 1.

LED bulbs leaning toward yellow end of the spectrum are considered safer; 2. bulbs that are labeled “sunlight” or “natural light” are actually nothing like real sunlight; there’s a lot more blue light emitted from these bulbs com-

pared to the sun.

The American Medical Association (June 2016 Conference) has recently presented official guidelines for optimal LED characteristics. {Google: AMA Adopts Guidance to Reduce Harm from High Intensity Street Lights.} Specifically, they are recommending that people stay away from lights which emit heavily toward the blue end of the spectrum. Their recommendation is that we use bulbs with a maximum of 3000K. In addition, they caution against installing lights that are too bright (we’re talking about watts or lumens here, not temperature) because 1. they are very distracting and 2. can cause physical damage to the eye as well.

The AMA wants you to know that “discomfort and disability from intense, blue-rich LED lighting can decrease visual acuity and safety, resulting in concerns and creating a road hazard.”

Here’s the critical point: certain LEDs may NOT cause discomfort in the majority of people, but that does not, in fact, make them safe. Just think of Xrays or UV rays. We understand intellectually that X-rays and UV rays are dangerous, but we do not experience physical danger at the moment we’re exposed to these rays.

The AMA also wants you to know that bright nighttime lighting is associated with reduced sleep times, dissatisfaction with sleep quality, excessive sleepiness, impaired daytime functioning and obesity.

Excessive lighting disrupts many animal species that require a dark environment.

In addition, poorly designed LED lighting disorients some bird, insect, turtles and fish species.

Recent headline from the Washington Post (September, 2016): Some cities are taking another look at LED lighting after AMA warning. “Concerns about adverse health and environmental effects have been raised by a number of scientists over the past few years, but the AMA report adds credence to the issue and is likely to prompt cities and states to reevaluate the intensity of LED lights they install.”

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Vote for G.N. school bond referendum

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write to urge all registered voters to vote “yes” in the Feb. 14 Bond Referendum to support the Great Neck Public Schools because a yes vote supports everyone in our Great Neck community — homeowners, renters, businesses, both present and future.

Regardless of whether you have children in the schools, in private school or have no school age children, as a Great Neck resident, you are an investor in the Great Neck Public Schools, a cornerstone of this peninsula.

I serve on the school board’s Citizens Advisory Committee because of the multiple hats I have worn as a Great Neck taxpayer and parent; informed by over a decade of involvement as a parent leader in three schools; an officer in the United Parent Teacher Council; chair of Shared Decision Making Committees; chair of the Legislative Committee; an officer of SHAI, an officer of a synagogue which runs a fee-based preschool; a board member of a local Jewish day school, and an attorney with a private practice limited to representing students in school settings.

My most important role is as a mom and as a daughter of immigrants to the US, myself the product of the public school system.

At the Advisory Committee meetings, I have witnessed first-hand the deliberation that went into selecting the projects selected for the bond, the careful calibration of interests, the cognizance of the board’s awesome

fiduciary duty to the many stakeholders in our community, particularly in this era of the 2 percent state tax cap and unfunded federal and state mandates.

It is through this personal involvement in the bond deliberation process that I write in a personal capacity to voice my concern regarding a wave of apathy evidenced by poor attendance at Board of Education and United Parent Teacher Council meetings this school year.

Equally worrisome, is a wave of misinformation that overstates the tax impact to scare residents to defeat the bond with a thinly-veiled anti-public school agenda in certain pockets of the community.

The fact is that the tax increase is $236.50 for every $500,000 of home value, per year, through 2022.

Property owners know that the public school district gets funded by property taxes.

I do not imagine that many of us enjoy paying taxes. Yet we do and must recognize that the resale value of our homes correlates directly to the standing and reputation of the Great Neck Public Schools, by the continued desirability of our schools for families who move here for them and our library, parks and short commute to Manhattan.

We reap the benefits in home value when the real estate market rises and it protects us from the bottom falling out when the market downturns. The reputation of our schools is one of the primary selling

points realtors tout when showing properties.

To that end, Niche.com just ranked Great Neck Public School No. 1 school district on their 2017 New York State Best Schools list.

This reputation is why as populations in neighboring districts fall, the population of the Great Neck schools continues to rise, particularly on the north side.

Currently there are 6,522 enrolled public school students and 1,782 private school students who also receive services from our district.

A bond referendum comes once every 20 years.

As one bond retires, another issues. The monies borrowed and repaid over the term do not cover operating budget expenses, but rather, infrastructural maintenance and vital educational enhancements that the operating budget simply cannot cover.

Interest rates are still at historic lows, and the bond monies will cover necessary items such as masonry, windows, expansion of Baker’s auditorium and cafeteria so that they may actually hold the school population, modernizing school libraries and science labs to keep up the revolution in technology that has occurred in the past 20 years, and much more.

The bond will also provide funds to retrofit the Clover Drive School into a Universal pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten

facility, allowing north residents to have ready access to the acclaimed state-aligned free fours pre-K program currently offered at Parkville (as well as relieve the very problematic overcrowding at E.M. Baker School).

The bond covers necessary items as well as a vision for the future. Without approval of this bond, none of these will be remediated by the operating budget we vote on every May. The current school bond passed 20 years ago and matures this year.

Even though I had not voted in the last bond referendum, for the last 20 years my children, family, friends, and neighbors have all benefited by the forward-looking civic spirit of the voters who passed the referendum back then.

My own children are nearly grown, and it is current parents and today’s parents’ and residents’ turn to step up to the plate to invest in this community’s future — a step that will protect the value of our homes.

A referendum is by definition a yes or no vote.

On Feb. 14 please join me in saying Yes to Great Neck, our children and our homes, present and future.

Rebecca Yousefzadeh Sassouni Great Neck Letters Continued on Page 50

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Port photography club shares love of images Members trade photos, tips, tricks of craft at meetings

BY ST E P H E N ROMANO

PHOTO COURTESY OF THE PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB OF LONG ISLAND

A photo of a man dressed in Civil War-era clothing by a member of the Photography Club of Long Island.

Looking to share their interest in photography and its techniques, a few Port Washington residents in 1975 formed the Photography Club of Port Washington.

As the club grew with new members from around Long Island, it was renamed the Photography Club of Long Island and hosted new events, said David Wollin, a past president.

The club has about 30 members, ranging from beginners to experts, from high school students to retirees, Wollin said, each focusing on helping each other improve.

Aside from meeting three times a month to discuss photography and share photos, the club participates in community events, snapping photos for local organizations and town

gatherings. It regularly exhibits photos around Long Island, filling the walls of libraries with a variety of shots from its members.

“It was a bunch of photographers who got together because they were interested in sharing photos and their techniques with one another,” said Wollin, the club’s current publicity chairman.

Many other Long Islandbased photography clubs focus on competition, Wollin said, while the Photography Club of Long Island focuses on “encouraging learning for others and support.”

“We’re different in a sense as we do have critiques, but we are not internally competitive,” he said. “We are among about 30 other photo clubs on Long Island, and we’re a supportive organization.”

During the first of three

monthly meetings, the club hosts a “members learning night,” where a member suggests a topic to discuss and the club has a session on it.

“It could be conducted by one of our members that is an expert in the areas or we’ll bring in an outside resource,” Wollin said. “The topic could be anything, too: the use of software equipment, how to do a slideshow, how to create a photo book. It depends on what the members have asked for. It’s a really positive thing and people come spend time and come away with new ideas.”

The club brings in a guest speaker for its second monthly meeting, which is held at the Port Washington Public Library and is open to the public.

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Diocese installs new bishop to lead L.I.

BY ST E P H E N ROMANO Bishop John Barres was installed as head of the Diocese of Rockville Centre on Tuesday at a Mass attended by hundreds of people at St. Agnes Cathedral.

Barres, 56, who headed the Diocese of Allentown from 2009 until last year, was appointed the fifth bishop in Rockville Centre by Pope Francis on Dec. 9.

He was the first priest ordained a bishop within the Diocese of Allentown, a news release said.

Barres succeeded Bishop William Murphy, who had headed the diocese since 2001 and submitted his resignation in 2015.

“It is a joy to welcome Bishop John Barres ‘back home’ to New York,” Cardinal Timothy Dolan said

Bishop John Barres in a statement.

The Diocese of Rockville Centre is the eighthlargest diocese in the country with 1.5 million Catholics across Long Island.

Barres was raised in Westchester County and graduated from Princeton University, where he played three years of junior varsity basketball.

He received a degree in English literature from

Princeton, an MBA from New York University, and then earned a Bachelor of Sacred Theology and Licentiate of Sacred Theology in Systematic Theology from the Catholic University of America, according to his Allentown Diocese biography.

Barres also earned a Licentiate of Canon Law and Sacred Theology doctoral degree from the Pontifical University of Holy Cross in Rome.

Barres said in his statement he “will be dedicated to supporting the global mission of mercy of our Holy Father Pope Francis, a mission that is in harmonious continuity with the mission of all the Holy Fathers I have loved.”

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The Long Island Expressway

Shelter Rock LIE exit among nation’s worst

BY M A X Z A H N The Shelter Rock Road exit on the Long Island Expressway is among the 100 most congested stretches of highway in the United States, according to a study released last Wednesday by the American Transportation Research Institute in Arlington, Va. The North Hills exit ranked as the 90th most congested highway location, down two slots from its position at No. 88 last year.

The study, conducted since 2002, monitors 250 locations across the coun-

try “identified as freight significant,” said Rebecca Brewster, president of the research institute.

GPS data from 600,000 vehicles allows the organization to evaluate the highway locations on two criteria: the pace of trucks relative to speed limit and the volume of trucks impacted, Brewster said.

The average speed at the Shelter Rock Road exit is 44 miles per hour but at peak traffic hours it dips to 36 miles per hour, according to the study. At rush Continued on Page 55

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Chamber swears in officers at gala

PHOTOS BY ED STONE

The Greater New Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce held its annual Presidents Gala on Jan. 19 at the Inn at New Hyde Park, where officers on the board of directors were sworn in. The event also featured raffle prizes.

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Doctor gets 5 years in hit scheme

BY J OE N I K I C A Sands Point cardiologist was sentenced to five years in prison on Tuesday for his role in a murder-for-hire plot against his former business partner, Nassau District Attorney Madeline Singas announced.

Dr. Anthony Moschetto, 56, pleaded guilty in October to charges of first-degree criminal possession of a weapon, criminal sale of a prescription for a controlled substance, third-degree arson and fourth-degree conspiracy.

“Working with our law enforcement partners, we were able to stop a murder plot, shut down an illegal pill distribution scheme and halt the trafficking of illegal assault weapons in our county,” Singas said. “This defendant was once a respected doctor, but he destroyed that legacy with his incredibly dangerous behavior and desire to murder a rival. Our county is

Dr. Anthony Moschetto much safer with this defendant behind bars.”

According to the DA’s office, prosecutors recommended that Moschetto be sentenced to 12 years in prison, but acting Supreme Court Justice Christopher Quinn imposed a sentence of five years in prison with five years of post-release supervision.

Singas said officials were investigating a high number of Oxycodone prescriptions Moschetto was writing when they

discovered a link between the cardiologist and an unsolved arson plot in Great Neck in February 2015.

Following Moschetto’s arrest in April 2015, investigators discovered a cache of more than 100 guns and various knives, swords, axes and a hand grenade in a secret room in his Sands Point home that was controlled by a switch-activated bookshelf.

Singas said some of the weapons found by investigators were illegal, but Moschetto did own some legal weapons.

The investigation began following drug purchases by undercover Nassau County Police and Drug Enforcement Agency officers that were then linked to Moschetto.

As the deals progressed, the DA’s office said, officers began purchasing weapons, and during a sale on Jan. 22, 2015, the seller requested dynamite to blow up a building.

Weeks later, the seller said

F R O M T H E D E S K O F R O B E R T W . K AT U L A K

Family time still important We all know that the month of February in our school community is noted for two exciting events: Valentine’s Day and the February recess.

Each year some individuals worry about purchasing an expensive gift or bouquet of flowers or the largest box of candy for a loved one.

In reality, nine out of ten times the recipient really would just appreciate something small like a dinner together at home, going to a movie or just spending time together.

Quite often in our busy world of being on the go almost 24/7, we forget to literally stop and smell the roses.

What an appropriate day, Valentine’s Day, to actually do that!

Also, don’t forget your children on Valentine’s Day. They would love to have their favorite candy bar or for you to watch

ROBERT W. KATULAK New Hyde Park - Garden City Park school superintendent their favorite DVD movies together as a family.

I know, how many times can you watch the movie “Frozen”?

Remember to also take care of your own physical heart as this is Heart Healthy Month.

In regards to the February

recess, this practice was started years ago in response to the fuel crisis and never left.

Currently it offers all educators and families the “pause that refreshes,” and enables them to relax a bit and rejuvenate themselves for the final five months of school.

Some families utilize this time to vacation off to warm climates while others do stay vacations.

Whichever your family chooses use this time to get acquainted with a best-seller book.

A week is just the right amount of time to nestle down with a fruit smoothie on a tropical beach or a hot chocolate in a colder climate to bring you to your adventures in the pages that you are reading.

Remember, reading takes you everywhere. Enjoy and be safe!

Culinary students visit show Students in the Sewanhaka Central High School District’s culinary program visited the set of ABC’s “The Chew” on Jan. 12 and met chefs Mario Batali and Michael Symon.

The segment, titled “Snack Smarter,” featured actress Michelle Monaghan from the new movie “Patriot’s Day.”

After the taping, students visited Daniel Mrakovcic, a former culinary student from the district, at his family’s restaurant in midtown Manhattan, where he serves as executive chef.

Mrakovcic began his career in the culinary program run by Alexandra Andrade at H. Frank Carey High School.

The students saw many career opportunities in the food service industry.

the dynamite was no longer needed because the building had been set on fire instead.

Moschetto was accused of hiring two men to burn down Heart Diagnostic Imaging at 38 Northern Blvd. in Great Neck on Feb. 25, 2015. The fire damaged but did not destroy the office.

Moschetto once worked at the practice with Dr. Martin Handler, whom he allegedly tried to have killed.

According to the DA’s office, he also gave blank prescriptions and cash as payments to assault, and then murder, Handler. Moschetto also asked the men to assault Handler’s wife if she was present, the office said.

In April, Suffolk County resident James Kalamaras was found not guilty in the arson plot. He was accused of setting fire to the medical office on behalf of Moschetto.

James Chmela and Nicholas Baialardo, the two other men accused in the medical office arson, testified in court in April that they assisted Kalamaras in setting fire to Handler’s office under the direction of Moschetto.

Chmela said in court in April

he was “too scared” to light the fire himself and instead served as the getaway driver, according to Newsday.

He also said he picked up Kalamaras at a Port Jefferson homeless shelter on Feb. 25, 2015, and they went to the Great Neck medical office to set fire to the building.

Baialardo said he recruited Kalamaras to set the fire, filled bottles with gasoline and bought a lighter to set fire to Handler’s office at Moschetto’s request, according to Newsday.

Singas said Moschetto and Handler “had a business dispute, a professional dispute that ultimately caused him to want to hurt him.”

According to the DA’s office, Moschetto admitted in court to providing money for arson and assault, specifying how and where the assault should take place, detailing information on the intended victim’s whereabouts and possessing more than 10 illegal weapons.

Moschetto’s medical license and “DEA-prescribing privileges” were suspended as a result of his sentencing, the DA’s office said.

SCHOOL NEWS

Club gets lessons in leadership Floral Park Memorial High School’s PEARLS leaders participated in the third annual Leadership Symposium held at the Elmont Library on Jan. 10.

In addition to many teambuilding activities, students were privileged to have as their guest speakers Elmont Memorial school psychologist Kaia Williams, Pupil Personnel Chairperson Caron Cox and class of 2016 valedictorian Augusta Uwamanzu-Nna. John Capozzi, the Sewanhaka Central High School’s assistant superintendent for personnel and administration, introduced the guest speakers.

The Floral Park leaders were reminded to be tenacious in their approach to life and in their academic pursuits; to speak words of positivity to themselves and others; and to remember to always give back to their community.

They were also encouraged to work hard, be cognizant of the fact that victorious living requires hard work and dedication, and that every day pro-

vides a new opportunity to get things right.

The students were encouraged to push themselves out of their comfort zone.

PEARLS leaders and advisers Cheryl St. John-Broomes and Keisha Mickens, would like to thank Floral Park principal Kathleen Sottile for her continued support and vision, along with assistant principals John Kenny and Jennifer Alaimo.

Special thanks are also extended to Catherine Capozzi, Renee Chin, Samine CharlesPierre, Gina D’Ammassa, Adam Glatzer, Claudine Hall of the Jamaica Civic Association, Cassandra Papajohn-Shaw, Kevin Sullivan and Christine Plackis for participating in this event.

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MTA votes to raise LIRR prices 4%

BY ST E P H E N R OM A N O The Metropolitan Transportation Authority Board voted last Wednesday to increase ticket fares for the Long Island Rail Road’s weekly and monthly passes nearly 4 percent.

The MTA capped increases on monthly tickets at $15 and weekly tickets at $6.75.

The increases will take effect on March 19, officials said.

“The MTA is focused on keeping our fares affordable for low-income riders and frequent riders, and on how we can keep necessary scheduled increases as small and as predictable as possible,” MTA Chairman and CEO Thomas F. Prendergast said.

Monthly fares from Zone 1 stations,

which include Penn Station, Atlantic Terminal, Long Island City and Hunterspoint Avenue, to Zone 4 will increase from $252 to $261.

Zone 4 includes the Port Washington, Hempstead, West Hempstead and Far Rockaway branches, as well as stops like Mineola on the Main Line and East Williston on the Oyster Bay branch.

Monthly fares from Zone 1 to Zone 7, which include stops along the Oyster Bay, Port Jefferson, Ronkonkoma and Babylon branches, will increase from $287 to $297, and fares from Zone 1 to Zone 9 will increase from $338 to $350.

Fares from Zone 1 to Zone 10, which includes branches that stretch east from Port Jefferson and Ronkokoma to Greenport and Montauk, will rise from $377 to

$391.

Weekly fares in these zones rose about $4 and daily fares rose less than $1.

“Keeping fares and tolls down was possible because of the continued operational efficiencies and ways we have reduced costs while adding service and capacity along our busiest corridors, most recently with the opening of the new Second Avenue subway,” Prendergast said.

Certain one-way fares will increase more because fares must occur in 25-cent increments, officials said.

“For these one-way fares, any increase greater than 6 percent would be not more than 50 cents per ride,” an MTA news release said.

Over 89 million people rode the LIRR in 2016 — a record number and a 1.9

percent increase from last year, the LIRR’s statistics show.

Subway riders will see their 30-day and seven-day MetroCard fares increased, too, with the 30-day fare being bumped up from $116.50 to $121, and the sevenday pass increasing from $31 to $32.

The subway’s $2.75 base fare and $3 single-ride fare remained unchanged after weeks of speculation that they would again increase.

The board also voted to increase the E-ZPass fare for the Queens Midtown Tunnel from $5.54 to $5.76, and cash/tolls by mail from $8 to $8.50.

The Verrazano-Narrows Bridge, the Henry Hudson Bridge and the Cross Bay Veterans Memorial Bridge all saw slight increases, too.

Home sales up 9.8% in 2016: report

BY ST E P H E N R OM A N O Home sales in Nassau County rose 9.8 percent in 2016, increasing to 9,830 from 8,945 the previous year, according to an annual market report from Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty.

The report, which provides data on the areas the company operates in, listed the average price of sold properties as $1,293,530, up from $1,003,159 in 2015.

“We have experienced slow, steady and, as such, healthy growth in Nassau County over recent years,” said Deirdre O’Connell, general sales manager for Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty. “Over all Nassau County is considered among the most affluent in the country, and the moderate pace points toward a solid future. We see a possibility for mortgage rate hikes in 2017 which will motivate buyers to make decisions sooner.”

Homes in Nassau County sold for a median price of $650,000, and a Sands Point home sold for $19.2 million, the largest sale on Long Island, the report shows.

In total, 35 homes were sold in Sands Point for an average price of $2,844,086.

Home sales were strong on the North Shore with areas such as Roslyn, Manhasset Hills, New Hyde Park and Port Washington finishing the year with a high number of properties sold for a price higher than the previous year.

In Port Washington, both the median and average sale prices rose, with 209 properties sold, more than the 251

sold in 2015.

New Hyde Park saw 293 sales, Manhasset saw 188, Manhasset Hills netted 39, East Hills saw 70, East Williston had 24 and Albertson had 64.

The average and median price of Great Neck properties sold rose only slightly, but sales increased from 252 to 305.

In Floral Park, the number of home sales rose from 194 to 241, while the average price rose from $548,577 to $555,269. However, the median price fell slightly.

Condo sales, which are listed separately by the agency, rose from 2015 to 2016, too — with Port Washington rising from 57 to 69, Great Neck increasing from 258 to 261 and North Hills increasing from 14 to 76. Condos in Great Neck sold at an average price of $326,473, only slightly higher than in 2015.

A condominium in Manhasset, at $2.7 million, was the highest sold condo on the North Shore, the data shows.

Condos in Manhasset sold for an average price of $1,269,898 and a median price of $1,200,000.

O’Connell said the market’s strength in 2016 should transfer to 2017, with an increase in transactions and the average price.

“It’s realistic to expect an increase in both transactions and overall sales volume for 2017 (as compared to 2016),” she said. “Since the residential market varies from town to town we see prices appreciating but it will vary based on location, demand and inventory.”

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Bobb Howard’s offers free egg creams

Bobb Howard’s General Store & Auto Repair Shop in New Hyde Park is holding its fifth annual free egg cream day to honor the

memory of owner Eileen’s mom, Gert, who was affectionately known as the “Egg Cream Queen.”

Gert, who was born on Valentine’s Day, loved making old-fashioned chocolate egg creams for family and friends.

Every year on the Saturday closest to Valentine’s Day, they celebrate her life with family, friends and customers by making free egg creams for everyone that comes to the store.

An egg cream is made with seltzer, chocolate syrup, milk and a whole bunch of love mixed in — no eggs.

The event runs between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 11 at Bobb Howard’s, located at 581 Lakeville Road in New Hyde Park.

Along with egg creams, the event will feature Raffles, free popcorn and tons of fun.

Kids, parents, grandkids and grandparents are welcome — it’s a generational event.

Eileen and Ronnie, the owners of Bobb Howard’s Auto Repair Shop and General Store, are a couple of baby boomers who grew up on Long Island playing hopscotch and hide-and-seek, stickball and stoopball,

flipping baseball cards and jacks, and playing hit the penny and spin the bottle.

This family-owned and -operated auto repair business was opened 70 years ago on Columbus Day, 1946, by Eileen’s parents.

Today, as in 1946, old-time values continue to be followed — they perform oil changes to motor changes, and everything in between, and each automobile gets vacuumed abd has its windows washed.

Customers also get a “sweet treat” from the general store, and they don’t charge to put air in your tires.

Bos swears in NHP women create cups chamber heads On March 16 at 7 pm at Adelphi University in Garden City, 137 original works of art will be auctioned to benefit the Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program, and works by New Hyde Park residents Rosanne Spinner and Patti Hodder will be part of that event.

To make their Creative Cups, people embellished ordinary bras to fit with stories they wanted to share.

Spinner’s Creative Cup, a delicate creation of white fabric and flowers, is called “Grateful Bride.”

She tells the story of how just three weeks before her wedding in 1997 she was diagnosed with breast cancer and her doctor urged her to have the surgery before the wedding.

She planned to wear an off-the-shoulder wedding grown and was concerned that any bruising would be visible on her wedding day.

She had a special shawl made just in case. And she did have bruising, for 14 days from her neck to her waist.

“On the morning of my wedding…day 15, when I awoke, all the bruises were gone. No shawl was necessary to wear,” Spinner said. “I’ve had clean exams, sonograms, mammograms, MRI’s ever since. I am “‘one grateful bride.’”

Town of North Hempstead Supervisor Judi Bosworth, Councilwoman Lee Seeman (D-Great Neck) and Town Clerk Wayne Wink attended the Greater New Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce’s 2017 Annual Presidents Gala on Jan. 19 at the Inn at New Hyde Park.

During the celebration, Bosworth installed Cheryl Fajardo as the third vice president and Reena Gulati as the second vice president.

Seeman and state Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) adNew Hyde Park-Garden City ministered the oath of office for the directors and officers.

The new directors included Steven Blank, Ken Gursky, Peter Ca- Park school district residents who have a child who will be 4 years old puto, Cheryl Fajardo, Reena Gulati, Stewart Small and Ed Powers.

by Dec. 1, 2017, are eligible for the district’s pre-kindergarten program this year.

The program is a free half-day program which will be located at our pre-kindergarten provider beginning in September 2017 through June 2018.

The program will be held at the Harbor Child Care, located at 999 Herricks Road in New Hyde Little Sprouts Preschool in Christian atmosphere.

Park.

The open house runs from 10 New Hyde Park is hosting an Transportation will not be proopen house for registration for the a.m. to noon on Feb. 4 at 300 Hill- vided for this program.

2017-18 school year on Saturday, side Drive S. in New Hyde Park.

The program is contingent Visit Little Sprouts to meet the upon the passing of the New York Feb. 4.

The school offers morning teaching staff and tour the class- State education budget. and afternoon programs for tod- rooms, or call us at 516-746-4889.

There are two sessions, five More information is available days a week — one from 8:45 a.m. dlers, nursery school and prekindergarten students in a safe, at www.christchurchnhp.org. to 11:15 a.m., and one from 12:15

Spinner also expressed support to the Malverne American Legion Auxiliary for their support of her Creative Cup project, paying the entrance fee and supplies.

Hodder’s Creative Cups is called “Use Your Words.”

She decorated her bra with charms that all speak to a positive word or phrase.

“Words can heal,” Hodder said.

“The power of a beautiful word is immeasurable and when we find ourselves in times of crisis, it is too easy to fall into negative thinking. I believe inspirational words are important in their power to mend and to elevate.”

“This is the fifth time we have done Creative Cups, and we continue to be amazed at the creativity of the contributors and the many who show their support for our work by attending the event and purchasing the bras,” said Hillary Rutter, the executive director of the Adelphi Breast Cancer Program.

Rutter said wine and desserts will be served at the gala auction and that NBC News personality Pat Battle, who is a breast cancer survivor, will again emcee the event.

To date, major sponsors include Goldman Sachs Gives, The Leviton Foundation Inc. and Digital Graphic Imagery.

SCHOOL NEWS

Apply for free pre-K in NHP

Open house at Little Sprouts

p.m. to 2:45 p.m.

The program has limited space and participants will be chosen during a lottery selection process.

There is no choice in session times.

A waiting list will be established to fill any vacancies that may arise.

A lottery will be held at 8 a.m. on May 5 at the Manor Oaks School, located at 1950 Hillside Ave. in New Hyde Park, in the board room in the school district’s administration building.

Attendance is not mandatory.

If admitted, a completed application must be returned by June 2.

Anyone interested should fill out an application from the district.

The form must be received no later than April 7.

Mail the form or drop it off at

the following address: Kim Levy Director of Special Education New Hyde Park-Garden City Park school district 1950 Hillside Avenue New Hyde Park, N.Y. 11040 The interest form does not guarantee a place in the program.

Those selected in the lottery process will be notified by mail and must complete a district registration packet in order for placement to be finalized. Residency will be checked by our district attendance officer.

This program is fully funded by a New York State Department of Education grant.

All placements in the program are fully contingent upon the continued reauthorization of the universal pre-kindergarten grant.

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‘Lost and Found’ brings artist home

PHOTOS BY KAREN RUBIN

BY K A R E N RU B I N When R.J. Rosegarten left Great Neck 17 years ago, he was finally free to pursue his childhood ambition of being an artist.

He returns to the Gold Coast Arts Center in Great Neck Plaza — where he once served as mayor — with a show, “Lost & Found: the Art of Assemblage,” that draws upon his sense of design and construction.

The exhibition is on view through March 12.

“Assemblage involves the thoughtful combination of elements to create something new and original,” said Jude Amsel, the curator who installed the exhibit of some 50 works.

Rosegarten saidthe pieces are not intended to hammer home a theme or message. He approaches the work from the point of view of design, color and form, choosing objects that form the image he has conceptualized.

At the end of it, he says, he comes up with a title. “That’s often the most difficult part,” he said.

The titles are for the viewer to find their own meaning.

But if the piece is built around an aesthetic, the title broadcasts a mood, even if was subconsciously in Rosegarten’s mind.

It is human to see patterns which become themes and messages. The design captures your attention, but then your head forms its own patterns and themes.

These aren’t randomly selected objects.

Each element is meticulously chosen — sometimes after long searches.

Rosegarten described his effort obtaining just the right red delicious apples for his piece, “Legacy of the Red Apple,” (2016).

He had two heads that he fused into one.

Why apples? “In the Garden of Eden, the Tree of Knowledge had fruit.”

Rosegarten can tell you the provenance of each object — where he obtained the silver head in “Sarah Silverstone Presents,” how long it took to find the sunglasses he wanted and how the drawer it is assembled in came from a factory.

“Sarah Silverstone has a twin sister,” he said, explaining that he bought two of the metallic faces. “Sarah represented to me the absolute woman, a sexy woman; her sister is so sexy, every time I pass her, I talk to her, ‘Hope you have a nice day.’”

He has the same personal connection with the “Wizard of Odd” and the “Thought Collector”.

The personal connection is manifest in his work, Dorzi/Dorzi, built around a vinyl record made to look like one by the Bobby Randall 3 band.

Bobby Randall was the non-ethnic name Rosegarten was going to use after college, when was going into advertising, he said. His grandmother discouraged him from changing his name.

There are three hands — for the three band members, in a pose as if they are snapping their fingers to the beat.

His grandmother and grandfather appear again in small photographs that are embedded into a series of four “Junk Drawer” works.

“I visualize what junk drawers have,” he says. “Everyone has junk drawers — in bedrooms, kitchens, desk drawer, basement.”

He chooses the items that fill the drawers independently, lays them out and photographs them.

“Then I take everything out and glue back the items one by one,” he said.

“It’s not nostalgia,” he said.

But looking at the items, it is hard not to become nostalgic as items spark memories of your own past.

The “Junk Drawer” series and his Americana series are like mini-Smithsonians of American cultural icons of the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s.

Rosegarten, who grew up in Great Neck (he graduated high school with movie director Francis Ford Coppola), now lives in upstate New York, in a house he built 17 years ago.

He has a studio off his bedroom that opens to a deck and pond, and a basement work area.

His collected objects are neatly organized in labeled tubs under tables – machine parts, metal parts, extra toys, mannequin hands.

“Everything has a place, a place for everything,” he said.

Rosegarten’s big regret is that when his family was still living in the Bronx, he was accepted into a music and art school, but before he could attend, his family moved to Great Neck.

“I should have gone ...,” he said. “I would have had an art background and the chances are I would have gone to Pratt, School of Visual Arts, or Cooper Union.”

He said his father was not keen on Rosegarten going into advertising, but had he had an art background, he would have been on the creative side, instead of a “suit.”

He did painting until the 1990s. Around 2000, he went to an antique show on Sixth Avenue and came upon wooden patterns used to make metal parts in the early

1900s.

It fit into his overarching philosophy of reuse, repurpose, renewal — “an ability to use things that have been tossed away and have them come back and serve another purpose — Lost and Found (is what I call it). I’m not interested in what is sold in dollar store but things that have age, patina, character.”

Regina Gil, Gold Coast Arts Center’s founder and executive director, writes in her introduction to the catalog that she is “delighted to see ... Rosegarten come home to Great Neck.”

“Without his friendship and assistance, mentoring another dreamer through the shoals of politics, fundraising, and community engagement, it is doubtful that this Gold Coast Arts Center could have found its home here,” Gil wrote. “It seems fitting that we honor him with this exhibit that introduces the people he served as mayor to the man he is now — the artist.”

“RJ Rosegarten, Lost & Found: The Art of Assemblage” is on view through March 12 at The Gold Coast Arts Center, 113 Middle Neck Road, Great Neck, 516-829-2570 or www.

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LEO’S Order Our famous wings, chili, chicken tenders, etc.

EARLY for the Big Game February 5th!!

Thursday is Mexican Night at Leo’s

The top seven events

1

Sands Point Preserve Conservancy Presents: Imani Winds--Two Concerts Saturday, Jan. 28, 2-4 p.m. and 7-10 p.m. (VIP: 6-10 p.m.)

A unique and internationally renowned quintet, Imani Winds bridges European, American, African, and Latin-American traditions and enriches the traditional wind chamber repertoire. Having performed in the most prestigious concert venues, including Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, Kennedy Center, and Disney Hall, they collaborate with dynamic new composers and inspiring young musicians through master classes and sharing their innovative work with children and adults.

Where: Hempstead House, 127 Middle Neck Road, Sands Point For ticket info: (516) 304-5076 • ovationtix.com

Margaritas Mohitos Fish Tacos Fajitas Tacos

Now Serving Breakfast Daily

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February Artist of the Month: A Meet and Greet with Trudy Kopp

8:00-11:30AM Friday Only 25% Off Entire

Saturday Only 25% Off Entire

Lunch or Dinner Check

Lunch or Dinner Check

Cash Only • Alcohol not included

Cash Only • Alcohol not included

Lobster Dishes & 14 oz. Black Angus Steak not included.

Not available at the bar • Coupon Must Be Presented At Time of Ordering • Expires 2/9/17 • Dine In Only Good for parties of 8 or less • May only be used on day specified. Not to be combined w/any other offer

Lobster Dishes & 14 oz. Black Angus Steak not included.

Not available at the bar • Coupon Must Be Presented At Time of Ordering • Expires 2/9/17 • Dine In Only Good for parties of 8 or less • May only be used on day specified. Not to be combined w/any other offer

Sunday Only 30% Off Entire Dinner Check Cash Only • Alcohol not included • Lobster Dishes & 14 oz. Black Angus Steak not included.

Not available at the bar • Coupon Must Be Presented At Time of Ordering • Expires 2/9/17 • Dine In Only Good for parties of 8 or less • May only be used on day specified. Not to be combined 9/any other offer

Monday Only 30% Off Entire

Tuesday Only 30% Off Entire

Lunch or Dinner Check

Lunch or Dinner Check

Cash Only • Alcohol not included

Cash Only • Alcohol not included

Lobster Dishes & 14 oz. Black Angus Steak not included.

Not available at the bar • Coupon Must Be Presented At Time of Ordering • Expires 2/9/17 • Dine In Only Good for parties of 8 or less • May only be used on day specified. Not to be combined w/any other offer

Lobster Dishes & 14 oz. Black Angus Steak not included.

Not available at the bar • Coupon Must Be Presented At Time of Ordering • Expires 2/9/17 • Dine In Only Good for parties of 8 or less • May only be used on day specified. Not to be combined w/any other offer

Wednesday Only 25% Off Entire

Thursday Only 25% Off Entire

Lunch or Dinner Check

Lunch or Dinner Check

Cash Only • Alcohol not included

Cash Only • Alcohol not included

Lobster Dishes & 14 oz. Black Angus Steak not included.

Not available at the bar • Coupon Must Be Presented At Time of Ordering • Expires 2/9/17 • Dine In Only Good for parties of 8 or less • May only be used on day specified. Not to be combined w/any other offer

Lobster Dishes & 14 oz. Black Angus Steak not included.

Not available at the bar • Coupon Must Be Presented At Time of Ordering • Expires 2/9/17 • Dine In Only Good for parties of 8 or less • May only be used on day specified. Not to be combined w/any other offer

190 Seventh St., Garden City 742-0574 • www.leosgardencity.com

Saturday, Feb. 4 at 7 p.m.

Fifteen years ago, local artist Trudy Kopp embarked on her second career as an oil and acrylic artist. Kopp’s main subjects are still life, flowers and vegetables, and landscapes.

Working principally from photographs she takes of the everyday world around her, Kopp blends the realism of life with the eye of someone who sees beauty in everything, and conveys this through her use of color and brushstroke. Her collection of pieces are available for purchase and will be displayed for the month of February.

Where: Turn of the Corkscrew Books and Wine 110 N. Park Avenue, Rockville Center Info: (516) 764-6000 • turnofthecorkscrew.com

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Film: Year by the Sea Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 7:30 p.m.

Hoping to reclaim who she was before becoming a wife and mother, an empty-nester retreats to Cape Cod where she embarks upon a quest to set herself free. Based on the New York Times bestselling memoir by Joan Anderson.

Where: Soundview Cinemas 7 Soundview Marketplace, Port Washington Info: (516)829-2570 • goldcoastarts.org

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for the coming week

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Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise”

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Wednesday, Feb. 8 at 7:30 p.m.

To coincide with Black History Month comes this first feature documentary about the remarkable writer, poet, actress, and activist Maya Angelou. The film presents her incredible journey, shedding light on the untold aspects of her life with striking, unmatched access. (USA, 2016, 114 min., English, NR/DCP, Dir. Bob Hercules and Rita Coburn Whack.) $11 members, $16 general public.

SELECTED For Superior Freshness & Flavor Sushi • Sashimi Teriyaki • Tempura • Noodles

Where: Cinema Arts Center, 423 Park Avenue, Huntington Info: (631)423-7611 • cinemaartscenter.org

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DNCE with Special Guests: The Skins

All you can eat

Wednesday, Feb. 8 at 8 p.m.

An American funk pop and dance rockband consisting of members Joe Jonas, Jack Lawless, Cole Whittle, and Jin Joo Lee, DNCE released their debut single, “Cake by the Ocean,” in 2015. The song reached the top 10 in several charts, including on the US Billboard Hot 100, where it peaked at No. 9. Their debut extended play, Swaay, was released the same year. Nominated for Favorite New Artist for the 2016 Kids’ Choice Awards and Best Song to Lip Sync and Best Anthem for the 2016 Radio Disney Music Awards, DNCE will be joined by special guests, the Skins, during the concert.

Where: The Paramount, 370 New York Avenue, Huntington For ticket info: (631)673-7300 • paramountny.com

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All you can eat

LUNCH $14.95

DINNER MON.-THURS.

$22.95 FRI.- SUN.

$24.95

• KIDS - AGE x 1.5

(1) FREE

SAPPORO DRAFT BEER

6

16 oz.

Adult Coloring Night

With All-You-Can-Eat Lunch or Dinner (Mon-Thurs.)

Thursday, Feb. 9, 7-8 p.m.

Experience the nationwide phenomenon of adult coloring. Enjoy a glass of wine, chocolate, and a tranquil winter’s evening of coloring in the inspirational setting of the museum galleries. Art supplies included. Ages 21 and up. Fee: $10 members, $15 non-members.

Where: The Heckscher Museum of Art, 2 Prime Avenue, Huntington Info: (631)351-3250 • heckscher.org

ANY ORDER ALL BEER, WINE PARTY ROOM PICKED-UP

30% Off (Cash Only)

& HOT SAKE

50% OFF

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An Evening with Fran Lewobowitz

up to 50 people for your special event

Saturday, Feb. 11 at 8 p.m.

The event will be an extensive conversation and Q&A with the purveyor of urban cool, witty chronicler of the “me decade” and the cultural satirist whom many call the heir to Dorothy Parker. Fran Lebowitz remains one of the foremost advocates of the Extreme Statement. She will offer insights on timely issues, such as gender, race, gay rights, and the media, as well as her own pet peeves--including celebrity culture, tourists and strollers. Her conversational partner will be her good friend, Port Washington author Susan Isaacs. All seats: $45. All ticket prices include a $2 facilities fee.

Where: Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main Street, Port Washington Info: (516) 767-1384 • landmarkonmainstreet.org

Gift Certificates Available

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516-747-3377 • 516-747-2377 fax: 516-747-1677 • OPEN 7 DAYS www.sushirepublicny.com

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FOR KIDS Singer Trace Adkins THEFORTOPTHEEVENTS COMING WEEK isney Reads Day to play Paramount D Saturday, Feb. 4 at 11 a.m.

Trace Adkins’ trademark baritone has powered countless hits to the top of the charts and sold over 10 million albums cumulatively.

His hit list includes “You’re Gonna Miss This,” “Ladies Love Country Boys,” “Songs About Me,” “Every Light In The House,” “Hillbilly Bone” (with Blake Shelton),” and “Just Fishin,” to name a few.

Adkins is scheduled to appear at The Paramount in Huntington on Saturday, March 25 at 8 p.m.

The Grammy-nominated member of the Grand Ole Opry is a TV personality, actor, author, and a spokesman for the Wounded Warrior Program and the American Red Cross, for whom he raised over $1.5 million dollars as winner of NBC’s AllStar Celebrity Apprentice.

In recent years, Adkins has performed

Celebrate the magic of storytelling on Disney Reads Day! Children will read popular Disney stories and participate ten USO Tours.

In his 2007 autobiography, A Personal in fun activities to inspire their imaginations. Plus, the Stand: Observations and Opinions from a event will have giveaways including stickers, bookmarks, Freethinking Roughneck, the former oil-rig- and mini-posters (while supplies last).

ger recounted his rise to fame, brushes with death, and battles with personal demons.

Adkins has played a tough-as-nails biker in “The Lincoln Lawyer,” starring Matthew McConaughey, and a wise oracle of a tattoo artist in the family-friendly film “Moms’ Night Out,” starring Patricia Heaton, Sean Astin, and Sarah Drew.

He also developed and hosted GACs, “Great American Heroes,” honoring everyday heroes.

Tickets are currently on sale for the general public via ticketmaster.com, chargeby-phone @ 800-745-3000 or The Paramount Box Office, which is open daily from 12 to 6 p.m.

Where: Barnes and Noble, 90 Old Country Road, Carle Place Info: 516-741-9850 or www.barnesandnoble.com

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t’s All in the Angles!

Saturday, Feb. 4 from 1 to 5 p.m.

Design a “rooftop” to withstand a winter snowstorm at the Maritime Explorium, Long Island’s Family Maker Space! Every week, they feature hands-on interactive investigation for young thinkers and makers, plus colorful nautical exhibits.

Where: The Maritime Explorium, 101 East Broadway, Port Jefferson Info: 631-331-3277 or www.maritimeexplorium.org

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lice in Wonderland Follies Sunday, Feb. 5 at 2 p.m.

Custom Event Catering

By Alexandra Troy

Performed by the New York Theatre Ballet, the classic story comes to life in a light, airy and beautifully staged ballet. Ages 4 and up.

Sponsored by Americana Manhasset. Single ticket prices: $15, $25. Price includes a $3 facility fee.

All you need to do is shower and show up to your special event.

We will create and design a menu tailored to make your next event unforgettable!

Montauk to Manhattan.

Where: Tilles Center for the Performing Arts/LIU Post 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville Info: 516-299-3100 tillescenter.org

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hildren’s Workshop: Valentine’s Day Planting

Saturday, Feb. 11 and Sunday, Feb. 12 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Kids are invited to decorate a clay pot and plant it with a flowering plant at Hicks Nurseries, the oldest nursery and garden center on Long Island. Cost: $10 per child. Reservations are not required.

• Weddings • Corporate Events • Special Celebrations • Promotional Occasions

Where: Hicks Nurseries, 100 Jericho Turnpike, Westbury Info: 516-334-0066 www.hicksnurseries.com Blank Slate Media’s

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THE CULINARY ARCHITECT

Score a touchdown with low-fat wings When it comes to watching the Super Bowl, wings just seen to be the “go to” snack.

However, most wing recipes involve frying, often two times, making this snack extremely fattening and artery clogging.

After experimenting with several recipes, I came up with these two delicious and easy to make dishes. By using just the tenders, you eliminate hundreds of fat calories.

Add a low-fat blue cheese sauce and you will hardly tell the difference from the full fat version.

Grilling the wings instead of frying them also saves you calories. Set out freshly peeled and cut celery and carrots with the wings.

Filling up on healthy vegetables will appeal to all.

The following recipes may be easily doubled or tripled, depending on your guest list … or just make them for an easy mid-week dinner or snack.

No matter when you eat these chicken wings and tenders, it will be a touchdown for great taste!

Menu (serves six) Low Fat “Buffalo” Chicken Tenders Grilled Coconut Wings Low-fat Blue Cheese Dip Peanut Dipping Sauce Carrots* Celery* *Recipe Not Given

Low Fat “Buffalo” Chicken Tenders Tenders: 1 (12-ounce) can light beer 3 tblsps. hot sauce 2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 2 lbs. chicken tenderloins Non-stick cooking spray Basting Sauce: 3/4 cup plain non-fat yogurt 3 tbslp. hot sauce 1 tsp. olive oil 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. dark brown sugar 1 tsp. cayenne 1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk the beer, hot sauce, salt, and pepper. Put the tenderloins in a large, heavy plastic bag, pour in the beer mixture, seal the bag and refrigerate at least 2 hours and up to 24 hours.

2. Make the basting sauce: Whisk all ingredients together except cayenne pepper in a small mixing bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use.

3. Place a silicone mat on a baking sheet. Remove the tenderloins from the marinade, pat dry and place on the baking sheet in a single layer. Brush the tenders with 3/4 cup of the basting sauce. Bake for 10 minutes.

4. Remove pan from the oven

ALEXANDRA TROY The Culinary Architect and use tongs to turn the tenderloins over. Brush with remaining sauce and sprinkle with cayenne pepper. Cook 7 more minutes or until done.

5. Serve hot with Blue Cheese Dip on the side.

Grilled Coconut Wings Marinade: 2 cups coconut milk 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped 2 tblsp. crushed garlic 2 tsp. ground turmeric 2 tsp. red pepper flakes 1 tsp. ground galangal (or 1/2 tsp. freshly grated ginger) 1 tblsp. kosher salt 20 chicken wings, cleaned and separated at the joints 1. To make the marinade: Using a food processor, process all

of the ingredients into a paste the consistency of thin yogurt. Reserve 1/4 for basting and transfer the remaining marinade to a large ziploc bag. Add wings. Close bag and and marinate in the refrigerator overnight.

2. To grill the wings, shake off the excess marinade and grill the wings over medium heat for approximately 5 minutes per side, or until crispy. (In the Winter I use my George Foreman Grill) Brush them frequently with the reserved marinade. The wings should have a crispy texture with a deep mahogany color when done.

Serve with peanut sauce on the side Blue Cheese Dip 1/4 cup blue cheese, crumbled 1/2 cup low-fat sour cream 1/2 cup fat-free cottage cheese 1 tblsp white wine vinegar

other small chiles 1/3 cup canned unsweetened coconut milk 2 tsps. low-sodium soy sauce 4 tsps. fish sauce 1 tsp. superfine sugar 1 tblsp fresh lime juice water 1. Place all of the ingredients in a food processor and pulse on and off until combined. If the sauce is too thick, add water until desired consistency is achieved.

Alexandra Troy is owner of Culinary Architect Catering, a 32 year-old Greenvale-based company, specializing in private, corporate and promotional parties.

She lives in Manhasset with her husband and son.

1. Place all of the ingredients in a food processor. Process with on and off pulses until combined.

Refrigerate until ready to use.

Peanut Sauce 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter 1 tblsp peanut oil, plus more to taste 2 fresh Thai chiles or

Arts center keeps kids busy on vacation From Feb. 21 through Feb. 24, the Gold Coast Arts Center will continue to bring fun and creative activities to children through the VacationArts program.

It’s the perfect choice for no school days.

VacationArts allows you to choose your own dates and schedule your Pre-K through seventh-graders for a fun, exciting, and active day.

Your children will experience sessions in art, music, ceramics, chess, and acting, taught by experienced teachers and artists.

Days off from school are filled with creative activities which will keep your child engaged and happy.

Construct a sculpture; learn a hip-hop routine; strategize chess moves with a grand master; make a unique edible art

project; and more.

Activities vary daily.

Creative expression is considered one of the building blocks of early development, so why not keep your child engaged throughout this holiday season.

Gold Coast Arts Center’s VacationArts™ provides such a wide array of fun, engaging, and stimulating programs that anyone can learn new skills and exercise their imagination.

They can develop their talents and have fun and make friends, too.

Further VacationArts™ programs are as follows: During spring recess: April 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

A nut-free snack and lunch are included with tuition.

Kosher meals are available upon request.

Transportation is not provided.

Save your spot now by calling 515-829-2570.

For more information and a full course catalog, visit: http:// goldcoastarts.org/school-forthe-arts/vacationarts.

The Gold Coast Arts Cen-

ter is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to promoting and supporting the arts through education, exhibition, performance and outreach.

For over 20 years, they have brought the arts and arts in education experiences to tens of thousands of people through-

out the region through their: School for the Arts, which offers year-round classes in all visual and performing arts to students of all ages and abilities; free public art gallery; concert and lecture series; outreach programs, which each year bring artist residencies, after-school programs, school assemblies, teacher training workshops and parent-child workshops to students, senior citizens, teachers and others in underserved communities throughout our region; year-round film screening and discussion series; and the Gold Coast International Film Festival, now in its sixth year.

The Arts Center is an affiliate of the John F. Kennedy Center for the for the Performing Arts: Partners in Education Program and National Gallery of Art, both located in Washington DC.

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L.I.’s Sky Katz teams up with Theater to Unlocking the Truth on new song host ‘happy medium’

When it comes to crossing genre lines from hard rock and heavy metal to rap and hip-hop, plenty of bands have made successful crossover hits from Jay Z and Linkin Park to Public enemy and Anthrax.

But in recent years, as some of these iconic collaborations have fallen to the wayside, a new era of fresh rhyming, hardhitting, head-banging power has risen from those ashes from young stars who have already seen their share of fame, including rapper Sky Katz and the metal band Unlocking the Truth.

And their new single, “Rockstar,” is sure to leave fans of genre-bending with a whole new level of appreciation.

With the teen years being most closely associated with growing, learning, and coming into one’s own while breaking through boundaries, Katz and UTT have certainly accomplished these feats in leaps and bounds — not only in their personal lives, but in their incredible journeys as young musicians.

Adding to these enormous feats is their effort to merge two genre’s often seen as opposing, and bring an incredible amount of diversity both musically and culturally.

“Rockstar” encapsulates the hard-hitting, in-your-face elements of metal and hiphop that have made both genres incredibly popular and successful since their origins began with attitude, speed, and a fierce message.

In it, over heavy riffs and an intense rhythm section, Katz raps, “Which one of y’all done called my name, fresh on the scene with the ball and chain. A hundred MC’s and they all the same, so Sky turned Rock and Roll Hall of Fame,” with a tough grit not usually reserved for her 12-year-old stature, continuing, “I might roll through the city in a big ol’ truck, four big wheels and a grill up front. Pull up to the show all you see is us, if we ever had beef man I wish ya luck”.

The song heightens with Sky and UTT’s Malcolm Brickhouse belting refrain “I got rock and roll it’s all in my soul with the real hip hop that’s ‘bout to explode, if you hear them shots cops on patrol that’s me, turning to a Rockstar!” in a fervid mix of volition that

could easily be seen as a theme for extreme sports or the toughest cage-match brawl.

Hailing from Long Island, hip-hop pioneer and BMI recording artist Katz has been hitting the ground running in the music industry since discovering her talent and passion for rapping at the age of 5.

Katz has kept the momentum up ever since, combining her dynamic, witty, and energetic style with an old school chemistry.

Fueled by her insatiable thirst to bring back old school hip hop and make a mark in the industry with influences from hip hop greats, such as Nicki Minaj, Drake, Nas, Rakim, and many more in the game, Katz has honed her craft with a very appealing presence, has garnered a very good buzz, and continues to expand through anyone who discovers her.

With her recent appearance on America’s Got Talent, she wowed the panel judges and audience with her single, “Fresh.”

Her single, “Haters” (a re-vamp of Biz Markie’s “Just A Friend”), came shortly after, which received critical acclaim and positive reception worldwide.

Following the performances, she obtained thousands of followers from across the globe on her Instagram and YouTube pages, and is currently focused on driving her career forward.

With the media taking immense notice, she’s made recent appearances on Live It Up! With Donna Drake, Verizon FiOS 1-Long Island’s “Rick’s Rising Stars,” “This Is 50,” “Pix 11 Morning News,” and Fox’s “Good Day NY,” and has been interviewed

by LUCID Magazine, JamSphere, TV Grapevine, 92.3 AMP Radio’s ASTRA On the Air, Newsday, the New York Post, and will be featured in an upcoming issue of TIME Magazine for Kids.

Unlocking the Truth includes Malcolm Brickhouse (vocals /guitar), Alec Atkins (bass), and Jarad Dawkins (drums).

Founding members, Brickhouse and Dawkins, met each other at a birthday party in 2005.

Sharing similar tastes in music, they decided to create a band.

As the metal duo’s street performances started gaining attention, they felt they

needed a bassist, but none of their friends were musicians, so they taught their preschool friend, Atkins, how to play the bass guitar from scratch.

These street performances in Times Square and around New York City led to people recording and uploading videos of them to YouTube, which garnered a lot of attention through social media.

The trio have since appeared on national television, including NBC’s “The Tonight Show,” ABC’s “The View”, CNN, Fuse, BET, Comedy Central’s “The Colbert Report,” and more.

In 2014, they were the youngest group to perform at Coachella. They’ve performed at the AFROPUNK FEST and at SxSW, and were the youngest band to play at the 2014 Vans Warped Tour.

They have also performed at the highprofile music festivals, Heavy Montreal and Bonnaroo.

The Trio have supported music legends such as Guns N’ Roses, Motorhead, Queens of the Stone Age, Living Colour, Marilyn Manson and more while also earning spots in commercials for Airheads, AT&T, Beats by Dr. Dre, Maybelline and Verizon.

In 2014, the band signed a $1.8 million contract for five albums with Sony Music Entertainment, but in 2015 they successfully negotiated their release from the contract.

Their full-length debut album, “Chaos,” was released on June 17, 2016 via TuneCore, and a feature-length documentary film about the band, entitled “Breaking a Monster,” came out in 2016.

With “Rockstar,” Katz and UTT bring a whole new element to the hip-hop/metal crossover, with not only a youthful exuberance, but a new breath of life that is sure to bring a younger generation who may be accustomed to either genre to look more deeply and discover something new.

For more information on Sky Katz, visit www.SkyKatzRaps.com or Facebook.com/ SkyKatzRaps, Instagram/SkyKatzRaps, Twitter: @Skykatzraps and YouTube.com/ SkyKatzRaps.

For more information on Unlocking the Truth, visit www.UnlockingtheTruthBand. com.

Kim Russo, also known as “The Happy Medium,” has been able to see the world of spirit since the young age of nine. Kim has appeared on A&E’s hit TV shows, Paranormal State and Psychic Kids. She has also appeared on The Biography Channel’s Celebrity Ghost Stories. She is currently the host of the No. 1 rated weekly running series “The Haunting Of…” on The LMN channel airing on Saturday nights.

Each week Kim visits with celebrities whom have had a paranormal experience.

Kim says, “It’s my pleasure and blessing to be the voice for the spirit world. This work that I do brings an amazing peace and closure to many people.”

Kim is as comfortable with her mediumship as anyone with any special talent could be. She explains her ability to understand the voice of spirit as nothing more than being fluent in their language. As Kim often describes, “they do not move their lips when they speak to me; as they relay their messages to me mind to mind or by certain gestures they allow me to see.” Sometimes referring to herself as a translator for the spirit world, Kim also calls herself the psychic journalist, as she prides herself on the accuracy in understanding their language and is most careful to “interview” the spirit coming through during a reading.

Tickets for Kim Russo are available through Landmark’s Box Office, 516-7676444 and online at www.landmarkonmainstreet. org.

Premium $45 (Friends $40), Select $35 (Friends $30), Standard $30 (Friends $25) * A limited number of Meet & Greet packages are available for an additional $75. The package includes an after show meet and greet with Kim, and an autographed picture of the artist. Meet & Greet does not include a personal reading. No returns or exchanges.

Our 2016-17 Season is made possible thanks to our Partners in Performing Arts: Harding Real Estate, Peter & Jeri Dejana Family Foundation, Peter A. Forman Charitable Foundation, Town of North Hempstead and Winthrop University Hospital.

Valentine’s Day dining & gift guide

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6 reasons to dine out this Valentine’s Day

COAL BRICK-OVEN PIZZERIA Just Like Under The Brooklyn Bridge

Join Us For Valentine’s Day Complimentary Glass of Beer, Wine, or Champagne Dinner Only (starting at 4:00 pm) Dine In Only • One Per Person (no exceptions)

Having a Romantic Date Night?

Bring Home Dinner for the Kids!

One 18” Pizza (toppings not included), Spinach and Artichoke Dip OR Grimaldis Mixed Green Salad, and a 2 Liter Bottle of Soda (Take Out Only)

$2200

plus tax

PARTY PACKAGE Includes Coffee • Tea • Soda Mixed Green Salad/Caesar Salad Antipasto/Tomato & Mozzarella Assorted Pinwheels One Large Calzone per Table with side of sauce Unlimited Pizza with Toppings

$24.00

PER PERSON

MONDAY AND TUESDAY 20% OFF YOUR BILL

Add a Pasta Course

$26.00 PER PERSON Add a Chicken / Eggplant Entreé

$32.00 PER PERSON Open Bar (3) Hours vs. Bar Tab

Add $20.00 PER PERSON CAKES MAY BE PROVIDED AT AN ADDITIONAL COST OR YOU MAY BRING YOUR OWN

WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY 15% OFF YOUR BILL

CASH ONLY

CASH ONLY

DINE-IN ONLY. Cannot be combined with any other offer including Groupon.

Must present coupon to server.

Expires 3/17/17

DINE-IN ONLY. Cannot be combined with any other offer including Groupon.

Must present coupon to server.

Expires 3/17/17

FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY

10% OFF YOUR BILL CASH ONLY DINE-IN ONLY. Cannot be combined with any other offer including Groupon.

Must present coupon to server. Expires 3/17/17

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V

alentine’s Day is celebrated in various ways throughout the world.

One of the more popular methods of spending time with a romantic partner is over a delicious meal at a nice restaurant.

Statistics Brain says that 34.6 percent of Valentine’s Day celebrants in the United States dine outside of the home, making this day dedicated to couples one of the most popular days to dine out all year.

Dining out on Valentine’s Day helps to make the day more special, and the following are a number of additional reasons why couples should enjoy a meal out on the town this February 14.

1. Embrace the chance to try new foods. Dining out gives individuals the opportunity to try new cuisine they may not attempt at home. This is a chance to expand flavor profiles and give something new a chance.

2. Enjoy creative plating. Many restaurants expend extra effort on presentation on Valentine’s Day, dressing the plates with special garnish or with a unique presentation of the foods. Valentine’s Day meals are often as beautiful to look at as they are delicious to eat. Experiencing such visual masterpieces can add to the enjoyment of the night out.

3. Enjoy a night off from cooking.

One of the biggest benefits of dining out on Valentine’s Day is enjoying an

evening away from the kitchen. Heading out for a restaurant meal means no stressing over what to cook for dinner, no wrangling with ingredients and no post-meal cleanup.

4. Learn something new. Chefs and restaurants may pull out all the stops for a special occasion like Valentine’s Day. Diners may learn more about exotic foods and wine pairings on Valentine’s Day than they might when dining out on less popular nights.

5. Beat the winter blues. For much of the country, Valentine’s Day occurs during a time of year when winter is at its most harsh. Wintertime can be isolating as many people spend increased hours indoors to avoid inclement weather. Dining out gives couples the opportunity to get some fresh air and dine in a social environment that can help buoy spirits.

6. Jump start other activities. Dining at a restaurant may be the precursor to other things to come on Valentine’s Day. While out, couples may opt to head to a movie, enjoy some local live theater or stroll through a museum gallery. A good meal can make for the perfect starter to a memorable Valentine’s Day. Dining out on Valentine’s Day is a tradition that can benefit couples in various ways and make an already special holiday that much more memorable.

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alentine’s Day places love and romance front and center. Come Valentine’s Day, sweethearts of all ages engage in various romantic traditions, including love notes, date nights and gift exchanges, to showcase their affection.

Another way couples might want to celebrate Valentine’s Day is to travel to places around the world that have romantic names. Feelings of love may be enhanced when celebrating in locales with names that call to mind love and affection. The following are some locations sweethearts might want to visit this Valentine’s Day.

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Valentine Plenty of places around the United States pay homage to St. Valentine himself. Towns named Valentine can be found in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Indiana, Louisiana, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Jersey, Ohio, South Carolina, Texas, and Virgina. In Maryland, there is a town called Valentine’s Creek, while New York is home to Valentines Beach.

Galesnjak Islet This small island in the Adriatic Sea near Croatia has become an ideal spot for romantic Valentine’s Day getaways. The land mass came to prominence after its unusual shape — which looks like a heart — was highlighted on the app Google Earth. The island is uninhabited and privately owned. Travelers have inundated the owner with requests to stay there and have renamed the location “Lovers’ Island.”

El Beso en el Parque del Amor, Peru In Miraflores, Lima, Peru, El Beso en el Parque del Amor (“The Kiss Statue at Love Park”) is a large statue of a couple kissing. The piece depicts sculptor Victor Delfin and his wife in an embrace. Couples may gather in the park and engage in kissing competitions to see who can kiss the longest.

Newfoundland Visitors to this northeastern province of Canada can find many romantically named towns. Travelers can visit Cupids, Heart’s Content, Heart’s Delight, and Little Heart’s Ease if they want to share the gift of a getaway with the one they love.

Loveland The name Loveland may conjure images of idyllic streets filled with couples holding hands and embracing. Although it sounds like a place one might encounter when reading fiction, Loveland can be found in Colorado, Iowa, Oklahoma, and Washington.

Kissing If kissing is what lovers have in mind, they might like to travel to the municipality of Kissing in the Aichach-Friedberg district in Bavaria, Germany. Kissing is a relatively small area with just around 12,000 inhabitants. Not too far away is Petting, another municipality in Bavaria.

Couples who want to include travel in their Valentine’s Day plans have many romantically-named locales to include on their itineraries.

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Romantic ďŹ lms for Valentine’s Day M

any people feel the best way to celebrate Valentine’s Day is to enjoy an evening at home with the one they love. A quiet dinner followed by a romantic movie can make for a relaxing, memorable Valentine’s Day. Romantic ďŹ lms pluck at the heartstrings and leave few dry eyes in the house. This genre has produced many unforgettable moments in ďŹ lm. While many people have their go-to romantic ďŹ lms, it can be fun to rethink those preferences and watch something new. The following are just some of the ďŹ lms dubbed “the most romantic moviesâ€? by sources such as AMC, TimeOut magazine, Rotten Tomatoes, and Flavorwire. • Beauty and the Beast (1991): This animated classic tells the tale of a prince who is disďŹ gured into a beast to outwardly represent his internal ugliness. Only true love can break the spell, which seems unlikely until the lovely Belle comes into the Beast’s life. Fans of the animated ďŹ lm will have another opportunity to fall in love again with the live-action retelling of the story set for release in March 2017. • Once (2007): A modern-day busker in Dublin has a chance meeting with a Czech immigrant. The two begin to collaborate musically and a romance blossoms. The ďŹ lm features musician Glen Hansard and his Irish band “The Frames.â€?

• Say Anything (1989): In a tale of ďŹ rst love, Lloyd seeks to capture the heart of Diane, who is an unattainable high school beauty. The movie includes a now-famous pivotal scene when Lloyd holds up a boombox playing Peter Gabriel’s “In Your Eyes.â€? • The Notebook (2004): Based on Nicholas Sparks’ novel of the same name, this modern cult classic is set in 1940s South Carolina. The movie is the tale of a poor man who falls in love with a rich

young woman, only to be separated by their social dierences. However, true love ultimately prevails in the end. • When Harry Met Sally (1989): Close friends Harry and Sally have known each other for years and ponder if engaging in an intimate relationship would ruin the friendship. • Gone With the Wind (1939): This sweeping epic is set in the antebellum south during the American Civil War. The story of Scarlett O’Hara’s tangled love af-

fairs has been popular with ďŹ lm fans for nearly 80 years. • Sense and Sensibility (1995): This ďŹ lm is a dramatic interpretation of Jane Austen’s novel published in 1811. Sudden ďŹ nancial struggles force the Dashwood sisters to move to a distant cottage.

Locals develop romantic feelings for the ladies in this story that is considered an early example of the romantic novels of today. • Roman Holiday (1953): A European princess is disillusioned with her life and needs an escape. She takes o for a night in Rome and meets an American reporter, who ďŹ rst thinks he can get the exclusive scoop on the runaway princess.

However, romance soon gets in the way of that plan. • The Princess Bride (1987): Wesley and Buttercup begin with a tumultuous servant-master relationship. But their love blooms only to have Wesley be called away, leaving Buttercup to believe he has died. The two ultimately reunite in this classic and often hilarious tale of romance. • Casablanca (1943): A nightclub owner in Casablanca is reunited with his old ame, only to discover she is traveling with her husband. During World War II, Ilsa wants her rebel husband to escape to America, but her renewed feelings for Rick leave her struggling with what to do.

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Eco-friendly ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day · Smart greetings: When choosing greeting cards, select those printed on recycled paper using all-natural inks.

Otherwise, create your own paper or digital greetings. If making your own paper greeting, be sure to make it with a reusable material that can be repurposed once Valentine’s Day has come and gone.

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alentine’s Day is second only to the holiday season with regard to gift giving. Although this day devoted to love and exchanging gifts can be wasteful, that does not mean those with a mind toward green and simple living should ignore the holiday altogether. In fact, there are plenty of different ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day with conservation in mind. · Bee mine: Give a loved one the gift of a jar of raw honey from a nearby bee farm with a pun-themed love note that says “bee mine.”

· Purchase an artisan gift. Gifts don’t have to be mass-produced items made in factories. Looks for handmade gifts designed by local artisans who don’t need fuel to deliver their creations around the world. Or look to gifts that help support a cause, such as crafts made by indigenous people to support their independent living. · Homemade meal: Take to cooking a meal at home for your valentine. Once you settle on his or her favorite foods, be sure to source out local, organic and freerange ingredients. · Give the gift of a massage. Massages can help relieve stress and pain. Because massage is a service rather than a

product, there will be no residual waste.

Other service gifts include manicure/ pedicures, spa treatments and hair salon services. · Adopt an animal. Work with a local kennel to adopt a pet or speak with a favorite conservation group about financially supporting an animal. Sweethearts who are animal lovers may find this to be the ideal gift.

tions, protect the environment, enable transparency, and empower communities to build strong, thriving businesses.

Valentine’s Day celebrations can be enjoyed in an eco-friendly way that can make this special day even more meaningful to eco-conscious couples

· Offer living plants. Cut flowers certainly look beautiful, but they may require many resources for planting, cutting and transporting. That’s especially true for non-native, out-of-season flowers. Potted plants can live indefinitely as long as they are cared for properly. · Purchase Fair Trade® chocolate.

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How chocolate became tied to Valentine’s Day H

eart-shaped boxes filled with decadent treats are coveted gifts on Valentine’s Day. Chocolate lovers typically have a favorite type of chocolate, whether it’s creamy filled truffles or chocolate pieces with fruit or nut fillings.

The tradition of gifting chocolate is anything but new. Chocolate and other sweet treats have been offered for centuries as prized gifts. Even ancient Aztecs and Mayans celebrated chocolate and saw it as a hot commodity. Drinks made of cacao beans would be given as presents to people of high status. Chocolate also would be offered to the gods as a token of appreciation. Cacao beans were even used as a form of currency at one point.

During the 17th century, chocolate consumption grew considerably across Europe. Chocolate houses cropped up in London, and the French elite often indulged in chocolate. Chocolate’s popularity continued to grow, but the dessert was not linked to Valentine’s Day until nearly 200 years later. In the mid-1800s, an enterprising individual named Richard Cadbury was looking for a way to make chocolate even more popular than it already was. He sought out a method to make drinking chocolate more palatable and created “eating chocolates.” These chocolates were packaged in decorative boxes. Eventually, Cadbury saw the benefit of putting images of cupids and roses on the boxes. Cadbury even designed chocolate boxes in the shape of hearts that could be saved as mementos. These chocolates soon became intertwined with Valentine’s Day celebrations.

On the other side of the Atlantic, Mil-

ton Hershey dabbled in commercializing chocolate as well. Hershey began as a caramel maker, but experimented with covering the caramels in chocolate in 1894.

Hershey would go on to develop one of the most successful brands of chocolate in the United States, which included the famous Hershey bar. In 1907, Hershey launched production of tear-drop shaped “kisses.” (The chocolates were given their unusual name because of the “smooching” noise made by the chocolate when being manufactured.) The kisses became wildly popular and made for affordable chocolate gifts on Valentine’s Day. Many other chocolate manufacturers soon began packaging their chocolates in special boxes for Valentine’s Day. Russell Stover and Whitmans are two such manufacturers who have long specialized in heart-shaped boxes or other decorative Valentine’s gifts.

Traditionally, men have gifted women with boxes of chocolate for Valentine’s Day. However, that role is reversed in other areas of the world. For example, in Japan, women give gifts — namely chocolates — to the men in their lives to express love, courtesy or social obligation.

This tradition first began in 1936 when confectioner Morozoff Ltd. ran the first ever Valentine’s Day ad in Japan through a local English newspaper. By the 1950s, other Japanese confectioners were following suit.

Chocolate has long been tied to Valentine’s Day gifting. Whether one believes that chocolate symbolizes heightened status, acts as an aphrodisiac or is just a special treat, chocolates will likely always be associated with the day of love.

Chocolate has been considered a special gift for centuries. It became linked to Valentine’s Day in the 1800s.

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Jewelry still a very popular Valentine’s gift Y

ou can’t buy love, but on Valentine’s Day those in love certainly like to treat the special people in their lives to some lavish tokens of affection. According to the National Retail Federation’s Valentine’s Day Consumer Spending Survey, Americans spend an estimated $19 billion on gifts, flowers, dinners, and more come Valentine’s Day. In addition to chocolates and flowers, jewelry is a popular Valentine’s Day gift.

Since jewelry is often a personal taste, much like a fragrance, it can be challenging to find the perfect item. With so many different styles, colors and pieces, it’s no surprise that so many jewelry shoppers feel overwhelmed. Some expert advice can make the process go more smoothly and ensure you’re getting the best value for your money.

The Federal Trade Commission suggests thinking before you shop. Since jewelry is a major purchase, shoppers should first establish a budget. Consider the gift recipient’s style and look at other jewelry he or she wears. The more informed you are before visiting the jewelry stores, the easier it will be to find a piece he or she will like and one that you can afford.

Take the time to become educated about diamonds and other gemstones.

Diamonds’ value is based on four criteria: color, cut, clarity, and carat (often referred to as “The 4 Cs”). Color ranges from the diamond being nearly white to graded down to yellow. The cut is the way the stone is fashioned. Clarity informs consumers if the stone is flawless or has specs or scratches inside of it. Carat refers to the weight of the diamond.

Diamonds and gemstones can form naturally or be manufactured in laboratories. Lab-created gemstones may look like natural gemstones but be of lesser value.

Shop around and get referrals for reputable jewelry stores. You can consult the Better Business Bureau to see if any complaints have been lodged about a particular store. Many consumers are most comfortable purchasing jewelry made instore so they can verify the merchandise and retailer.

Check for the appropriate markings on gold, silver and platinum jewelry that indicate their authenticity. Make sure the jeweler will include certification or a grading report with the jewelry and your receipt.

No matter how much research you do, realize that there’s a chance the jewelry you purchase will not prove the perfect fit. So make sure you understand the store’s return policy and if there is a charge to have rings or other items resized.

Jewelry is a classic Valentine’s Day gift. With the right approach, shoppers can make the process of buying jewelry a lot less intimidating.

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The Space announces spring shows The Space at the Westbury Theater is kicking off 2017 by bringing the sounds of some of Long Island and greater NY’s hottest musical acts and tributes to great bands, as well as the best decades in popular music and headline performers to their Main Stage and the All Music Inc. Lounge at 250 Post Ave in Westbury.

The Space is the latest, and perhaps most spectacular example of visionary real estate developers who reinvent abandoned buildings — this time the almost century-old Westbury Theater — and give them a new lease on life.

The venue has been blessed with amazing partners, such as concert promoters, The Bowery Presents, who work hard at bringing the freshest and most inventive talent into the room, and with strong support and love from the local community.

A few of the most recent highlights of shows and events at The Space from this past year include performances by Gogol Bordello, America, Steve Vai, Three Dog Night, The Long Island Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, The B-52’s, Henry Rollins, Ben Folds, The Wailers, Hot Tuna, Los Lonely Boys, Randy Newman, Steele Pulse and many more.

Each of these artists brought their own life and vibe to the facility.

There have also been incredible gala events with the Gold Coast International Film Festival and some of the most exquisite and extravagant private parties that the area has ever seen.

Some of the venue’s upcoming performances on the Main Stage include: WFUV Presents Drive-By Truckers with guest Kyle Craft on Friday, Feb. 10; comedian Artie Lange on Saturday, Feb. 11; The B-Street Band: The Original Bruce Springsteen Tribute with guest Any Way You Want It in A Tribute to Journey on Saturday, Feb. 18; The Lords of 52nd Street, Billy Joel’s Original Backing Band, on Friday, March 10; The Flaming Lips on Saturday, March 11, Steve Winwood on Thursday, April 20, and many others.

The All Music Inc. Lounge will also

include acts on Thursdays and Fridays, such as Steve Urban on Feb. 2, City Alley on Feb. 23, The Gallo McNeely Road Rage Comedy Tour on March 9, An Evening with The David Clark Band on April 6, plus much and more.

Following is a full list of the upcoming winter/spring performances for the Main Stage: * Saturday, Feb. 4: Half Step- Grateful Dead Tribute * Friday, Feb. 10: WFUV Presents Drive-By Truckers with guest Kyle Kraft * Saturday, Feb. 11: Artie Lange * Friday, Feb. 17: To Hell and BlackAC/DC Tribute with guest Decadia * Saturday, Feb. 18: The B-Street Band: The Original Bruce Springsteen Tribute with guest Any Way You Want It in A Tribute to Journey * Sunday, Feb. 19: Beth Hart * Friday, Feb. 24: Triton Fights 1 * Saturday, Feb. 25: Wonderous Stories-The Concert for Bangladesh Revisited (An All Star Tribute to George Harrison) * Friday, March 10: The Lords of 52nd Street-Billy Joel’s Original Backing Band * Saturday, March 11: The Flaming Lips with guest Clipping * Friday, March 17: The Fast Lane-A Tribute to The Eagles * Saturday, March 25: Last In LineOriginal Members of Dio * Thursday, March 30: Ann Wilson of Heart * Thursday, April 20: Steve Winwood * Friday, April 21: Bianca Del Rio * Saturday, April 29: Genessa & The Selena Experience-A Tribute to Selena Quintanilla-Pérez The All Music Inc. Lounge will feature the following acts: * Friday, Feb. 3: I Ignite * Thursday, Feb. 9: Geotribe and Ghost Orchid * Thursday, Feb. 16: The Joni ProjectHandful of Chords-The Como Brothers * Thursday, Feb, 23: City Alley * Thursday, March 2: The Deeds

* Thursday, March 9: The Gallo McNeely Road Rage Comedy Tour * Thursday, March 16: Buttered Soul and The Testifiers * Thursday, March 23: Handful of Chords-Frankel Sisters-Bryce Larsen * Thursday, March 30: Powderfinger and The Joni Project * Thursday, April 6: An Evening with The David Clark Band The Space management is actively scouting for talented musicians to appear at The Lounge.

Please send audition tapes, videos and resumes to Ashley@thespaceatwestbury.com or email Rick@Rickeberle.com In addition to being a concert hall, lounge, and movie theatre, The Space at the Westbury Theatre is a unique event place.

With some creativity and vision, you can turn The Space into the venue of your dreams and create a truly memorable event to last a lifetime.

With flexible seating plans and state of the art light and sound systems, The Space provides an exciting palette for the creative producer, event, party and meeting.

Additionally, The All Music Inc. Lounge at The Space is like a second venue inside the same walls, with its own bar that can accommodate up to 125 patrons and can be used for receptions prior to special events, as well as the presentation of musicians, comedians and other performers.

The Lounge’s warm and inviting atmosphere is an ode to The Space’s former life as a movie theater, featuring a granite bar, lighting fixtures created from vintage movie reels and decorated with showcases which display antique film projectors.

Plus, all of the shows on the Main Stage at The Space are also live streamed to be viewed at The Lounge at no cost to enter.

The Space was born with a different name on November 10, 1927 as The Westbury Movie Theater.

The Westbury Movie Theater opened its doors to an audience that awed at the beauty of its Tudor style inspired auditorium.

The feature for opening night was “Hula” starring Ciara Bow. The Westbury Theatre was one of six theaters built by Salvatore Calderone in Nassau County.

The theater succeeded as a single screen house until it was matched in the late 1970s.

As patronage decreased, the theater closed its doors.

Over ten years ago, Cyrus Hakakian and his partners saved the Westbury Theater from demolition.

After viewing the stunning space, he was determined to preserve the magnificence of the original theater while repurposing the facility to accommodate all aspects of contemporary entertainment.

With the installation of the state of the art lighting and sound systems, combined with the flexible seating plans, the Westbury Theater now enters a new chapter of its illustrious history as The Space at Westbury.

You can feel the magic the moment the audience sees the spectacular LED marquee enhancing the outstanding new façade.

A graceful tower provides downtown Westbury with an architectural landmark as histrionic glamour returns to Post Avenue.

The excitement extends to the theaters south side on Winthrop Street with a new double-story valet grand entrance, as the audience enters the threshold with its soaring ceiling while immersed in the glow of magical lighting.

It is apparent that every detail has been considered to make a visit to The Space at Westbury a memorable experience.

For more information on The Space and upcoming attractions, please go to: www.thespaceatwestbury.com or call 516-283-5566.

Singer teams with S. Shore Symphony Grammy Award-Winning Songwriter Jimmy Webb, the only songwriter with hits in pop, country, disco and rap, now adds a classical nocturne to his catalog.

Scott Jackson Wiley, music director of the South Shore Symphony Orchestra and pianist Jeffrey Biegel announce the New York premiere of Jimmy Webb’s Nocturne for Piano and Orchestra (Nocturne for “Lefty”) on Saturday, Feb. 25 at the Madison Theatre, Molloy College in Rockville Centre.

Known for legendary hits, including “Wichita Lineman,” and “MacArthur Park,” the Grammy-award winning songwriter and member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame teamed up with Biegel and the South Shore Symphony for this unique project, funded by the Rockville Centre Guild for the Arts.

Following the premiere, Webb will join the South Shore Symphony to perform his hits, including “By the Time I Get to Phoenix,” “Up, Up and Away,” and others.

Nocturne for “Lefty”, composed by Webb for pianist Biegel, was orchestrated

by Webb together with Grammy-winner Jeff Tyzik.

Webb dedicated the work to his wife and partner Laura Savini.

About the composition, Webb said: “This music originated in discussions I had with my wife about famous nocturnes such as ‘Moonlight Sonata’ and others. The piece depicts different aspects of nightfall; the mathematical exactitude of life in the city, the splendor of night skies and full moons partially obscured by cloud, the gentle rise and fall of human

conversation in social gatherings and the dizzying whirl of waltzing on a seaside esplanade. It is essentially an opportunity for the listener to contemplate their own experiences during the hours of darkness.

It includes a personal tribute to the music of Miles Davis, and the smoky dives and small clubs where I performed in my early years: the kingdom of the lonely and disillusioned. ‘Lefty’ is my wife, Laura Savini, of PBS fame, a raving beauty who is also a Southpaw. The notes have been inspired by her joy and devotion to art.”

Orchestrator Tyzik noted, “It was a great pleasure to collaborate with Jimmy Webb on his new multi-faceted composition Nocturne for Piano and Orchestra (Nocturne for “Lefty”). I have been a great admirer of Jimmy’s huge body of work since the 1960s and I was honored

to be a part of orchestrating his beautiful music for symphony orchestra. Jimmy writes from the heart and continues to be an inspiration for all songwriters.”

Collaborator Biegel added, “The sonic landscape of Jimmy’s piece is instantly ear-catching and beautifully laid out for the piano. One reason I approached Jimmy is because he is a songwriter and his sense of melody and harmony suit the genre for piano and orchestra. He treats the piano in a unique style which immediately grabbed my attention the moment I received the piano part.”

Webb’s compositions have always been highly influenced by classical music and structure.

He is a student of classical music and was deeply inspired by the opportunity to create this piece.

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Film: The Women’s Balcony Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 7:30 p.m.

Film: Year By the Sea LANDMARK ON MAIN STREET 232 Main Street, Suite 1 Port Washington (516) 767-1384 ext. 101 www.landmarkonmainstreet.org Saturday, Feb. 4 at 11 a.m.

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“On Your Radar” featuring Cole, Nakoa & Treacher plus Birds of Chicago in concert Wednesday, Feb. 8 at 2 p.m.

Film: “From Italy with Love” Saturday, Feb. 11 at 8 p.m.

An Evening with Fran Lebowitz Sunday, Feb. 12 at 7 p.m.

Kathy Mattea: The Acoustic Living Room PLANTING FIELDS Coe Hall Historic House Museum 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay (516) 922-9200 • http://www.plantingfields. org Wednesday, Feb. 17 at 7 p.m.

The Master Keys Thursday, March 24 at 7 p.m.

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The Paramount Comedy Series Presents: Tom Segura “No Teeth No Entry” Tour Friday, Feb. 17 at 8 p.m.

The Paramount Comedy Series Presents: Pablo Francisco Saturday, Feb. 18 at 8 p.m.

St. Pauli Presents: Less Than Jake & Pepper with Special Guests--The Attack & The Bunny Gang Thursday, Feb. 23 at 8 p.m.

David Duchovny Friday, Feb. 24 at 8 p.m.

The Paramount Party Series Presents: Unforgettable Fire & 42: A Tribute to U2 & Coldplay Saturday, Feb. 25 at 8 p.m.

Aaron Tveit LONG ISLAND CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 11 Davis Avenue, Garden City 516-224-5800 • www.licm.org

Tuesday, Feb. 7 & 14 through Friday, Feb. 10 & 17 from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Happy Hearts Wreaths Ages 3 and up. Free with museum admission.

Saturday, Feb. 11 from 6-9 p.m.

Be Mine Ball All ages. Fee: $11 per person ($9 LICM members) Sunday, Feb. 12 from 2-4 p.m.

In the Days of Honest Abe Ages 3 and up. All ages. Fee: $11 per person ($9 LICM members) Wednesday, Feb. 15 and Thursday, Feb. 16, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

“Princess Frog: A Musical Fairy Tale” Ages 3 and up. Fee: $9 with museum admission ($7 LICM members); $12 theatre only Saturday, Feb. 18 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Green Tea Series--Wild About Conversation Ages 4 and up. Free with museum admission Sunday, Feb. 19 from 1-3 p.m.

History of Dolls of Color--Celebrating Black History Month Ages 5 and up. Free with museum admission MADISON THEATRE AT MALLOY COLLEGE 1000 Hempstead Avenue, Rockville Centre Saturday, Feb. 4, 8 p.m.

The History of Rock & Roll, Featuring Charlie Thomas’ Drifters and The platters Former Lead Singer, Sonny Turner Friday, Feb. 10, 7 p.m.

Taste of the Oscars Saturday, Feb. 11, 8 p.m.

The Sixties Show HUNTINGTON ARTS COUNCIL 213 Main Street, Huntington February 2-25 The Human Condition exhibit NASSAU COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn (516) 484-9338 www.nassaumuseum.org Nov. 19 to March 5, 2017 Ansel Adams: Sight and Feeling Nov. 19 to March 5, 2017 Light Works: 100 Years of Photos Nov. 19 to March 5, 2017 New Photos: Long Island Collects Ongoing Sculpture Park Walking Trails Gardens Events FILM SCREENING Nov. 19 to March 5, 2017 Stryker’s America: Photographing the Great Depression FILM SCREENING Nov. 19 to March 5, 2017 Cartier-Bresson’s Century For The Family Sundays, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Family Tour at 1 p.m.

Art Activities at 1:30 p.m.

Jan. 29 Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26 Neiman Marcus Family Sundays at the Museum 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Super Family Sunday Merrymaking in a Gold Coast Mansion 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

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A&E Calendar cont’d Tuesday, Feb. 21 Wednesday, Feb. 22 Thursday, Feb. 23 Family Art Making Days February Three-Day Break for Art New Program Tuesdays, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Feb. 14 Sketching in the Galleries Exhibition Lecture Thursdays, February 2, 1-2 p.m.

Brown Bag Lectures: Riva Ettus THE DOLPHIN BOOK SHOP & CAFE 299 Main St., Port Washington

(516) 767-2650 • www.thedolphinbookshop. com Saturday, February 4, 2-4 p.m.

Art Exhibit: Jason Diaz Tuesday, February 7, 7 p.m.

The Women Who Made New York by Julie Scelfo Wednesday, February 15, 7 p.m.

My Name Is Lucy Barton by Elizabeth The ART Guild 200 Port Washington Blvd.

Manhasset www.TheArtGuild.org Reception: Feb. 4, 3-5 p.m.; Exhibit: Feb. 4-26

Photography Exhibit: “From My Perspective” Second Thursdays: Feb. 9 & March 9 Sip & Sketch: Live model, no instruction, short and long poses. Bring a snack and/or beverage. Call or email to RSVP. Beginners, 1-4 p.m.; Intermediates, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Thursdays until Feb. 16 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Oil Painting: The Still Life for all levels with Frances Ianarella For children: Saturdays until March 4 Children’s Art Studio (ages 8-12), 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Art Explorations (ages 5-7), 12 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.

Wednesdays until March 1 Children’s Art Studio (ages 8-12), 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Thursdays, Feb. 9 to March 30 Advanced Art Instruction for High School Students (ages 15-18), 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

BJ SPOKE GALLERY 229 Main Street, Huntington (631) 549-5106• www.bjspokegallery.com Jan. 31 through Feb. 26 Poetry in Motion Exhibit

Community Calendar UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CONGREGATION AT SHELTER ROCK 48 Shelter Rock Road, Manhasset (516) 627-6560 Sunday, February 5 at 1 p.m.

Be a part of the Global Refugee Solution Learn more about the refugee acceptance process and how you can help ease families’ transitions from Carmen Maquilon, the director of Catholic Charities Immigrant Services/ Refugee Resettlement at this special UUCSR presentation. Admission is free.

Wednesday, February 8 at 12:30 p.m.

Reach Out America Presents: Opening Hearts and Minds: Isma Chaudry on the Fight Against Bigotry Dr. Chaudry became President of the Islamic Center of Long Island in Westbury in January 2015 and has worked tirelessly to counteract images of Muslim women as oppressed and combat stereotypes linking the members of her faith to terrorism.

Admission is free, refreshments will be served, and all are invited.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS HALL 186 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola Friday, Feb. 17. Doors open at 6 p.m.; first bout at 7:30 p.m.

Golden Globes Boxing. Tickets $30 each. No tickets will be sold at the door.

Call or email Mike (516)639-8606; mmurtha@ newyork811inc.com Saturday, Feb. 25 from 6 to 10 p.m.

Special Olympics Sports Night Dinner Dance Fundraiser Wear your favorite sports jersey. DJ and dancing. Beer, wine, soda, dessert and coffee will

be complimentary. Cash bar for mixed drinks.

Contact Steve Driscoll: 800-997-1237 LAKE SUCCESS JEWISH CENTER 354 Lakeville Road, Great Neck Sunday, Feb. 5. 9 to 10:30 a.m.

A Pancakes and Prayer Breakfast. The morning will begin with a brief Learner’s Service, followed by an elaborate pancake and danish complimentary breakfast. The entire community is invited.’

Contact: 516-466-0569 or office@lakesuccessjc.org WALT WHITMAN BIRTHPLACE HISTORIC SITE 246 Old Walt Whitman Road Huntington Station Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 1 p.m.

Make a Dreamer Catcher: Dreamcatchers were originally made by the children of Native American tribes, such as the Cherokee. To Native Americans, dreams were messages sent by sacred spirits. Learn the legend how dreamcatchers caught all of your bad dreams.

Create your very own to hang in a special place.

Victorian Tea Party: Thsi fun and informative program includes role-playing while teaching social skills, self-esteem and confidence.

Children will learn dining manners and practice table setting and introductions. Apple juice will be substituted for the hot tea. $12 per child/event; $20 for both programs.

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‘Human Condition’ Art Guild to open photo show Saturday exhibit in Huntington The Art Guild invites the public to view “From My Perspective,” a juried photography competition and exhibition, from Saturday, Feb. 4 through Sunday, Feb. 26.

Gallery hours are Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. or by appointment.

An artists’ reception and awards ceremony will be held on Saturday, Feb. 4 from 3 to 5 p.m. at The Art Guild’s home, Elderfields Preserve, located at 200 Port Washington Blvd. in Manhasset.

The exhibit features 62 photographs by 60 photographers (including 22 high school students) chosen from over 230 images.

The photographers, from all across Long Island, bring a wide variety of photographic styles and interpretations of the theme.

Photographers included in the show are: Linda Abrams, George Billy, Ben Black*, Jake Bolling*, Emma Boudin*, Rebekah Buon*, Sarah Casillas*, Katelyn Christ*, Thomas Colligan, Ariana Concepcion*, Nicole Correia*, Kaitlin Diorio*, Mike DiRenzo, Jessica Ehrlich*, Scott Elberger, Dana Epstein, Judith Feinman, Alexa Felgin, Gloria Gang, Brian Grandfield, Emma Hickerson*, Sandy Jo Hyman, Julian Igneri*, Annette Kasle, Daniel Kasle, Ellen M. Keller, Colleen Kelly, Susan Kozodoy-Silkowitz, Bruce Laird, Grey Lancaster*, Malka Lohmann*, Eileen Madigan, Marvin Makofsky, Sara Malvey*, Katie Mancher, Mark Mancher, Jake Marcik*, Shoshana May, Kristina McDougal*, Margaret McGovern*, Nicole Ann Merin*, John Micheals, Deborah Miller, Joseph Nuzzo, Phillip Persky, Alan Richards, Jeff Rothburd, Steven Russo*, Harry Sanders*, Steven Silberstein, Barbara Spivak, Alan Stein, Stanley Strauss, Ajay Thakur, Susan Tiffen, Joan Weiss, Di-

ane Werdath*, Dave Wollin, and Yuewei Xing*.

The juror of awards for this show will be John Bruno.

Bruno is a passionate devotee of the genre for over 37 years with a diverse background.

A photographer for the New York Giants, New York Mets, New York Islanders, and the New York Racing Association, he enjoys producing unconventional images rich in color and as far from a “structured” photographic environment as possible.

Currently, Bruno serves as Program Chairman for the Great Neck Camera Club and is a member of the Photo Artists’ Network.

He is also a past President of the Port Washington Camera Club and past vice president of the Photographic Federation of L.I. Classes for children, high school students and adults run year-round, and include Landscape Painting for Beginners and Intermediates, Watercolor for Beginners or Intermediates, The Still Life in Oil, and Advanced Studio for High School Students (beginning Feb. 9).

Sip & Sketch, a non-instructional drawing session with a live model, meets on the second Thursday evening of every month.

Please RSVP for the next session on Feb. 9.

A workshop, Watercolor with Joyce Hicks, is scheduled for June 2225.

The Art Guild of Port Washington, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization providing encouragement, education and a forum for the appreciation of the visual arts.

For more information, please call 516.304.5797 or visit the website, www.TheArtGuild.org.

The Huntington Arts Council is proud to announce the opening reception of “The Human Condition” juried photography show, with Mark Josloff as juror.

The event will take place on Friday, Feb. 3 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Main Street Gallery, located at 213 Main Street in Huntington.

This is a free event.

Refreshments will be served.

All are welcome to attend.

The exhibit will be on display from Feb. 2 through 25, Mondays through Fridays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 12 to 4 p.m.

The photography show entries for “The Human Condition” were inspired by Josloff, who said, “People are affected by their cultures, surroundings, personal relationships and individual situations. Observe and capture aspects of the human condition through individual character studies or person-to-person interactions. Expressions, body language, you can even depict settings which show the specific impact of humans without their physical presence.”

Congratulations to all of the artists participating in this show: Alex Atkinson, Shain Bard, Stephen Bitel, Wendy Curtis, Doris Diamond, James Dima, Frank Esposito, Ken Farrell, Alyssa Fox, Joanna Gazzola, Bill Grabowski, Teri Herzog, Germaine Hodges, Geraldine Hoffman, Warren Jacobson, Kenny Ng, Niki Kniffin, Herb Knopp, William Mac Millan, Joseph Manor, Stan Mehlman, John Micheals, Jean Miller, Ken-

ny Ng, Alan Richards, Jim Sabiston, Max Schauder, Paul Schmid, Susan Silkowitz, Christina Stow, Donald Thiergard, William Von Gonten, Pamela Waldroup, and Joan Weiss.

“On the walls of the Huntington Arts Council’s Main Street Gallery, we can now interact with fellow humans from different cultures around the world or from the confines of our own backyards... even from the depths of our own minds,” said Josloff. “I am honored to have been able to receive so many brilliant photographic images to pore through. In the process I’ve been moved greatly and I’m confident that everyone who sees this exhibition will be impacted the same way.”

A Long Island native, Josloff has been President of the Long Island Center of Photography and its discussion and critique facilitator while teaching painting at the National Art League.

He judges painting and photographic exhibitions across the NY Metro region.

Because of his diverse background as an artist, he is keenly aware of the role of the visual elements of line, shape, color, values, texture and space in telling the story between the picture’s borders.

Josloff has been the recipient of international awards for his painting, as well as his photography, and 2004 Artist’s Magazine selected him as one of 11 “Artists to Watch.”

For additional information, go to www. huntingtonarts.org.

Linda Eder to sing with Nassau Pops orchestra The Nassau Pops Symphony Orchestra will feature singer and recording artist Linda Eder as the special guest at its annual benefit gala for the Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County.

Eder last appeared with the orchestra in 2013 and the reception she received was so overwhelming that the orchestra decided to ask her back again.

Also joining the Nassau Pops again will be Creation, the singers from the Cerebral Palsy Association.

The gala is Saturday, March 18 at 8

p.m. at the Tilles Center in Brookville.

All box office receipts go to the benefit of the Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County.

Reserved seating tickets are priced at $45, $55 and $70.

Tickets are available online or at the Tilles Center box office by calling 516299-3100.

Anyone with questions should contact the Nassau Pops by phone at 516565-0646 or send an email to info@ npso.org.

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Community Calendar cont’d Continued from Page 45 BOBB HOWARD’S GENERAL STORE & AUTO REPAIR 581 Lakeville Rd., New Hyde Park Saturday, Feb. 11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

5th Annual Free Egg Cream Day to honor the memory of Egg Cream Queen Gert, who was born on Valentine’s Day and loved making oldfashioned Chocolate Egg Creams for family and friends. Event will include raffles, free popcorn, and tons of fun! Bring kids and all members of the family.

REGUS-MANHASSET 1129 Northern Blvd., Manhasset Wednesday, Feb. 8 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Community Networking Event/Broker Open House.

Experience the new Regus. Meet and network with local dignitaries, community members and friends from the LI real estate brokerage community.

Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, imported and craft beers and a wine tasting hosted by Young’s Fine Wine and Spirits.

Amazing raffle prizes include a 42” LG flat screen TV and fine wine basket from Young’s.

BRIDGEHAMPTON NATIONAL BANK 799 Hillside Avenue, New Hyde Park Wednesday, Feb. 8 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Annual food pantry to feed the homeless on Long Island.

Please donate any nonperishable food tem.

Food drive ends on Jan. 31 NEW DIMENSIONS PHYSICAL THERAPY and THE LONG ISLAND INSTITUTE OF SEX THERAPY 75 Plandome Road, Manhasset Friday, Feb. 10 at 6:30 p.m.

Wine, chocolate, and sex positions over 60!

Space is limited so please RSVP by calling 516-304-5357 NORTH HEMPSTEAD PROJECT INDEPENDENCE Friday, Feb. 10, 17 and 24 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Exercise for Balance and Strength North Hempstead “Yes We Can” Community Center, 141 Garden Street, Westbury Thursday, Feb. 9 and 23 from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Color for the Health of It! Roslyn Community Center, 53 Orchard Street, Roslyn Heights Tuesday, Feb. 14 at 10:30 Valentine’s Day Marriage Vow Renewal Ceremony Harbor Links Golf Course, 1 Fairway Drive, Port Washington Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 6:45 p.m.

Tax Grievance Seminar Shelter Rock Library, 165 Searingtown Road, Albertson PROJECT INDEPENDENCE SUPPORT & SOCIAL GROUP TRIVIA CHALLENGE Call 311 or (516) 869-6311 for more information.

Last Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m.

Havana Central Restaurant Roosevelt Field, Garden City.

For more info, call (516) 676- 1976.

NASSAU COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY PRESENTS: “GATSBY’S GOLD COAST: THEN AND

NOW” At the Community Church of East Williston, 45 East Williston Avenue, East Williston Sunday, Feb. 5 at 2 p.m.

BOOK REVUE 313 New York Avenue Huntington Wednesday, Feb. 8 at 7 p.m.

Coming Through the Flames by Chris Edwards Sunday, Feb. 12 at 2 p.m.

The Cellulite Myth by Chris Black Monday, Feb. 13 at 7 p.m.

Long Island Writer’s Guild Wednesday, Feb. 15 at 7 p.m.

Commonwealth: A Novel by Ann Patchett COPAY 21 North Station Plaza, Great Neck Friday, Feb. 17 at 10 a.m.

Child Abuse Prevention SID JACOBSON JCC 300 Forest Drive East Hills, 11548 www.sjjcc.org/jll.

Friday, Feb. 3 Shababa Fridays, 9:45-10:45 a.m.

Challah in the Hallway, 12-2:45 p.m.

General Exercise Group for All cancer Survivors, 12:30-1:15 p.m.

Discussion Group for All Cancer Survivors, 1:15-2 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 4 Shabbat Stop, 2:30-5 p.m.

A Production of the Broadway Musical, “Anything Goes,” 8 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 5 Gentle Yoga for All Cancer Survivors, 9:3010:30 a.m.

A Production of the Broadway Musical, “Anything Goes,” 2 p.m.

Art Reception, 2-4 p.m.

Monday, Feb. 6 News Behind the News, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Eat, Chat, Move!, 12:15-1:45 p.m.

Conversational Hebrew Ulpan: Beginner+ with Liat Chanoch, 12:45-2 p.m.; Beginner, 7:30-8:45 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 7 Mah Jongg Clinic, 10 a.m.- 12 p.m.

Great Stories: Tu BiShevat, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Tuesday Lectures, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Budgeting & Expense Management for the New Year, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Swim Program for Strength & Wellness, 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Knitzvah: Knitting for a Cause, 7-8:30 p.m.

Strike! Bowling League, 7-9 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 8 Taste of Torah, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. tional Hebrew Ulpan: Beginner+ with Liat Chanoch, 12:45-2 p.m.; Beginner, 7:30-8:45 p.m.

Knitzvah: Knitting for a Cause, 12-2 p.m.

Beginner Canasta, 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Games Day, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Meditation, 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Beginner Canasta, 1-3 p.m.

WINTHROP-UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL 200 Old Country Road, Suite 250 Mineola, NY 11501 Winthrop-University Hospital’s Department of Neuroscience Offering Free Support Groups Huntington’s Disease – 2nd Monday of the month Winthrop’s Research & Academic Center, 101 Mineola Blvd., Room G-013

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Singer-songwriter Jarosz to play in Port Two-time Grammy Award nominee Sarah Jarosz will join Landmark on Main Street’s 36 Weekends on Stage Fabulous Folk lineup when she takes the Jeanne Rimsky stage on Friday, March 17.

A gifted multi-instrumentalist, insightful songwriter, and singular vocalist, Jarosz has been Americana’s fastest rising star from her days as a child prodigy to her critically acclaimed recordings released while attending New England Conservatory of Music.

She continues her ascent with her fourth recording, “Undercurrent,” which is nominated for two 2017 Grammy Awards for Best Folk Album and Best American Roots Performance.

While “Undercurrent” is a creative landmark for Jarosz, she’s been making music for most of her life.

Growing up in Wimberley, Texas, she began singing in early childhood.

Upon receiving a mandolin for Christmas when she was nine-years-old, she worked tirelessly to master the instrument, and learned to play guitar and clawhammer banjo along the way.

When she was 11, she performed at her first bluegrass festival; over the next few years, she gained an impressive reputation as a young phenom on the festival circuit, absorbing a world of traditional influences while honing her own highly original songwriting sensibility.

“From an early age, I’ve had a strong desire to create music,” Jarosz says. “I was also fortunate to be surrounded by older, accomplished musicians who were my mentors. From the very beginning, all of my heroes looked out for me and challenged me in the best ways. It was great being raised in music that way. I always felt completely supported, and I think that that attitude affected the way I approach music now.”

“Undercurrent” is just the latest Jarosz release to win critical and fan acclaim.

Her third album, 2013’s “Build Me Up from Bones,” which featured an expanded sonic and compositional palette, garnered Grammy nominations for Best Folk Album and Best American Roots Song.

Rounding out the program is guest artist 10 String Symphony.

The Nashville folk group began as a creative release valve for Rachel Baiman and Christian Sedelmyer, two 5-string fiddle players and veteran sidemen of Nashville’s music scene.

Baiman, a former Illinois state fiddle champion in the old time tradition, needed an outlet for the new sort of songs she was writing.

Sedelmyer, a classically trained violinist and now a current touring member of the Jerry Douglas Band, was looking to get in touch the impetuous spirit of the rock bands he played in before his arrival in Nashville.

With the love of the 5¬string fiddle and its musical possibilities as its focal point, the band’s mission statement was as clear as it was expansive: Two fiddles.

Two Voices. Epic music.

Tickets for Sarah Jarosz are available through Landmark’s Box Office, 516-7676444 and online at www.landmarkonmainstreet.org.

Premium $35 (Friends $30), Select $30 (Friends $25), Standard $25 (Friends $20) Tickets are currently on sale and all ticket prices include a $2 facilities fee for capital improvements.

Landmark on Main Street is grateful for the support of our Fabulous Folk series sponsor The Tepper Family Foundation and our media sponsor WFUV Public Radio.

This year’s Fabulous Folk lineup also includes upcoming performances by Kathy Mattea (Feb. 12) and Chris Smither & David Lindley (March 26).

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LIKE TO SING? The New Hyde Park Senior Chorus welcomes new members. The chorus meets Mondays 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at The Clinton G. Martin Park, Marcus Avenue and New Hyde Park Road. To join us, call 516775-8118.

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS FOR EDUCATION We are currently looking for community volunteers/retirees for one or two hours a week in the New Hyde Park-Garden City Park School District. You will be assisting students under the supervision of a classroom teacher. There is no prior experience necessary to participate in the program. Volunteers do a variety of activities with children such as reading to students or helping with classroom projects. If you would like more information on this program, please call Eileen Bileski at 516434-2306.

EXERCISE CLASSES Ongoing Program - FREE Silver Sneakers Exercise Classes For All Levels: Balance, agility, strengthening, endurance and osteoporosis for eligible seniors. Monday through Saturday. Garden City,

Roslyn and Great Neck. Call 516745-8050.

post, which is located at 155 Searingtown Road in Albertson.

FREE EXERCISE CLASSES SENIOR CHORUS Ongoing Program - FREE Silver New Hyde Park: Entertainers Senior SneakersONGOING: Exercise Classes.

Exercise Classes For All Levels: Balance, Chorus welcomes new members. agility, strengthening, endurance The group meets 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. and osteoporosis for eligible Mondays at Clinton G. Martin Park, seniors. Monday through SatMarcus Avenue and New Hyde Park urday. Garden City, Roslyn and Road. Contact 516-775-8118 for Great Neck. Call for more details, more information. including seeing if you are eligible and class times, (516) 745-8050.

AMERICAN THEATER AARP Floral Park Chapter 5224 DANCE WORKSHOP Adult beginner ballet classes on Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

TUESDAY NIGHT BINGO and Adult Ballet classes Monday Veterans of Foreign Wars Post through Friday from 10:30 a.m. #5253 will host bingo on Tuesday to 12 p.m. are at the American nights from 7 to 11 p.m. The top prize Theater Dance Workshop, 999 is $1,500 with additional cash prizes totaling $1,700. Admission is $4 at the Herricks Road, NHP. 516-248-

Hillside Library You may register for programs at hillsidelibrary. info/events. You need to have your library barcode number for registration. The library subscribes to several museum passes for the enjoyment and entertainment of our patrons, holders of Hillside Library cards in good standing.

The library collects used cell phones (with their chargers) for charity. Also, the library collects reading glasses. The Donation Boxes are on the First Floor. We thank you.

PROGRAMS Welcome to River Cruising Wednesday, Feb. 8 at 2 p.m.

Please join MSW Travel Group and a representative from Globus Travel and Avalon Waterways for a discussion on river cruising. If you’ve always dreamt of taking a river cruise, here’s your chance to learn about the many pleasures it offers, plus the

varied destinations available to you.

their taxes prepared by trained volunteers in the Volunteer Tax Assistance Blood Pressure Screenings Program. Call the library Friday, Feb. 10 from 10 a.m. at 516-355-7850 x 301 or 304 to schedule an to 12:30 p.m. appointment on any of the A registered nurse will following days: Saturdays, conduct screenings. No Feb. 11, 18, 25, March 4, 11, appointments necessary.

18, 25, and April 1, 8, 15 at Basic Computer Classes in 1, 2 or 3 p.m.

Spanish Book Discussion: Fresh Saturday, Feb. 11 from Fiction Book Club 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 1 at 1 & Career Connections Re7 p.m. boot Camp Tuesday, Feb. 7 and Thurs- The book being discussed is The Obsidium Chamber day, Feb. 9

by Douglas Preston and Appointment times are Lincoln Child.

10:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 1:15 p.m., and 2 p.m.. Email to -13, 1CHILDREN hr., 55 min. Comedy, schedule an appointment.

This free service is open to all, but is directed to those Snuggle Tales Story Time actively engaged in a job search, not those entering Monday, Jan. 30 at 1:15 p.m. the workforce. Bring cur- Ages 12-36 months (with parent or caregiver). rent resume.

Stories, songs, movement fun and a craft. RegistraVITA Tax Aide “Free” Saturday, Feb. 11, 1-3 p.m. tion has begun for Hillside Free assistance is avail- Patrons. Must be preregistered. able for person with incomes, $60,000 or less, who wish to have

ADVICE FOR BREAST CANCER PATIENTS “SATURDAYS with Sabaa”: Breast cancer and lymphedema education and tips from the Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program. Physical therapist Sabaa Mundia, a blogger for the Facebook site of the Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program, is offering useful tips on the site every Saturday. To access the information, visit #saturdayswithsabaa and https://www. facebook.com/adelphibreastcancerhotline. To reach the hotline call 8008778077.

New Hyde Park Senior Chorus Welcoming New Members Like to sing? We are welcoming new members. The chorus meets Mondays from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at The Clinton G. Martin Park, Marcus Ave. and New Hyde Park Road. To join us, call (516) 7758118. Starts on Sept. 19. We need male voices. .

Ten upcoming AARP defensive driving courses at Clinton G.

Martin Park in New Hyde Park for 2017 The classes, open to drivers age 50 and older, will be held on February 4, March 11, April 8, May 13, June 3, June 17, Sept. 9, Oct. 14, Nov. 11 and Dec. 9.

To register for an AARP defensive driving class, please make your check payable to AARP. The cost is $20 for members and $25 for non-members.

All participants must be 50 and older. Please be sure that your check contains your name, address, phone number and the date of the class you wish to attend. Seating for each class is limited.

Please mail all checks to: Defensive Driving Coordinator, Department of Community Services, 1601 Marcus Ave., New Hyde Park. Once checks are received, a seat will be reserved in your name and a letter confirming your registration will be mailed to your address.

Ongoing: Community Volunteers with Music background needed.

Shelter Rock Library Art on Display in the Community Room On Display in December The Art of Jack Grimando Jack loves nature and old world scenes which he paints with great detail... many are painted from his imagination.

Media and more. We award Best in Show, Award of Excellence, Award of Merit, 3 Honorable Mentions, and a special award for Figure Drawing.

Our distinguished judge will be Rob Zeller, Owner and Instructor at Teaching Studios of Art in Oyster Bay. Play Mah Jongg Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 1 p.m.

Join others in playing a game that has fascinated people for so many years with its strategies and combinations.

Scarf Donation Project Thursday, Feb. 9 from 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Your scarf will be made from old t-shirts which you will transform. Bring an old t-shirt (needs to be large or extra large) to make one for yourself after you make your donation. The scarf will be brought to a local shelter Registration begins on Jan. 26. For teens in Grades 5-12.

The Manhasset Art Association Announces “A Wonderland of Art” The Manhasset Art Association is having a two-month fall exhibit at the Shelter Rock Public Library from Jan. 10-Feb. 27.

Approximately 40 works will be shown, including Oils, Watercolors, Pastels, Pencil, Charcoal, Photography, Collage, Mixed

Life Clarity & Momentum Monday, Jan. 30 at 1:30 p.m.

Take the time to identify your core values and see how they are aligned with your daily life. After considering what your goals and resolutions are for the upcoming year, learn how to create action plans in order to fulfill them.

Creative Needles & the Art of Coloring Friday, Feb. 3 at 1:30 p.m.

Bring your projects and supplies to crossstitch, knit, crochet, needlepoint, or embroider in the company of other needlecraft lovers. Or relax by coloring. A time for conversation, crafting and simply sharing tips and techniques while “the needles fly” and the “pictures come to life.”

The Herald Courier, Friday, February 3, 2017

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SCHOOL NEWS

Yoga relieves exam stress Leaders slam Several of the Herricks schools have been offering yoga this year as part of the districtwide emphasis on mindfulness.

Most recently, the high school’s student services and guidance department provided opportunities for students to partake in yoga sessions as a way to minimize stress prior to midterm exams.

Eight yoga workshops were held in the Herricks High School dance studio throughout the first three weeks of January.

Sheryl Oleksak, an instructor from a local yoga studio, led groups of students through various poses and breathing exercises.

The movements ranged from relaxing ones, such as child’s pose, to more challenging stances like warrior III. Students focused on the present moment and being selfaware during the 45-minute session.

“I thought it was really peaceful and stress relieving,” Nicole Lis, a junior, said. “I felt relaxed.”

Sophomore Varuni Mandel agreed.

“It was relaxing and helpful,” Mandel said.

Both students had experienced yoga before, but many other participants were new to the activity.

This past fall, Oleksak ran yoga programs for the football team.

The movements helped the

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players manage soreness that they feel after their games, while the mindfulness piece improved

their ability to focus during games and work through mistakes.

‘Interest-based’ recess time Mineola’s Hampton Street School library media specialist Diane Nodell has been utilizing the Interest-Based Learning Recess Program with students in first and second grades. The program allows students to choose how they spend their recess time and gives the opportunity to try different activities that foster creativity, problem-solving and collaborative work.

sion at airports across the United States over the weekend, as hundreds of incoming refugees, immigrants and green card holders were detained under the newly adopted measure. Thousands protested at John F. Kennedy airport in Queens on Saturday in an effort to secure the release of approximately 50 individuals held in custody there.

At 9 p.m. on Saturday, a federal judge in Brooklyn issued an emergency stay temporarily prohibiting the deportation of all individuals detained at American airports.

As of Monday, some detainees had been released and admitted while others remained in custody.

Isma Chaudhry, president of the Long Island Islamic Center, said her “community feels very vulnerable.”

“People don’t know what’s going to come next,” she added. “They’re afraid to visit their families and to go back to countries where they came from.”

She described the executive order as “grossly lacking in compassion.”

“Do not put walls between communities,” she said, addressing Trump. “That’s not my America and I don’t think that’s the America anybody has envisioned.”

She said her Westbury mosque has “beefed up security” in response to the execu-

President Donald Trump tive order. The safety measures were further reinforced, she said, after a shooting at a mosque in Quebec on Sunday night that killed six people and wounded eight others.

She said the Nassau County police have been “extremely helpful” and Nassau county legislators have contacted her with words of support.

“I’m proud to be a resident of Nassau County at this time,” she said.

Chaudhry and other religious leaders will discuss community responses at a public discussion on Wednesday organized by ReachOut America, a progressive advocacy group.

“It is important to make our own community and our own foundations strong,” she said.

Alumni to aid marine academy Continued from Page 11 and response program victim advocate at the academy, will also serve on the advisory committee along with David Steinberg, a former president at Long Island University who served on the Board of Trustees of the Commission on Independent Colleges and Universities.

According to the Middle States report, USMMA officials are expected to submit a moni-

toring report by March 1 to the accrediting agency, stating the actions the school has taken to address its problems.

The report also states that the Middle States Commission will send a small team to the academy after it submits its monitoring report to ensure it is taking the right steps to address the problems.

The commission can take up to two years to reverse its “warning” decision.

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Press vital to maintaining democracy

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oday, our constitutionally-protected media, so vital to the functioning of a democratic society, is undeservedly under attack for unmasking the lies and deceits emanating from the White House, as the new administration attempts to introduce a modern day dystopia in which an Orwellian Ministry of Truth will teach us Newspeak.

In this dystopia, an apprentice president can fire a career Department of Justice lawyer, the acting attorney general who represents the country (not the White House) and whose duty is to uphold the rule of law, because she refuses to defend an executive order which she does not believe is lawful.

In this dystopia, the media has become the “opposition party” and the White House promotes an alternative reality of “competing truths,” as though two mutually exclusive facts can exist at the same time.

There can be but one truth and we rely on the media to expose the truth behind self-promotional government press releases, photo ops and the tweets of the narcissistic occupant of the Oval Office.

In this make believe world of alternative facts, fake news and conspiracy theories, where lies, falsehoods, bogus claims, baseless assertions and delusions masquerade as

truth, we are asked to disbelieve the media because one man, George Soros, is financing the attacks on Donald Trump by globalists and the media they control.

We are asked to believe that these attacks are motivated by a hatred of the United States and a desire to destroy our culture, that Donald Trump isn’t anti-immigrant, only pro-U.S. We are expected to believe that George Soros is the devil incarnate and that the election of Donald Trump represents the triumph of the faithful over the unbelievers.

Whatever the labels, pro-U.S. or antiimmigrant; anti-globalist or anti-Semitic; cultural protectionism or religious, racial and ethnic discrimination, it’s like Gertrude Stein’s rose.

Only it doesn’t smell very sweet. Bigotry by any other name is still bigotry.

“America First” they shout, little realizing the roots of that isolationist, nationalist and discriminatory slogan.

And, sadly, this assault on the press and immigrants resurfaces some of the worst moments in our nation’s history, when xenophobic fearmongering led to Americans burning Irish Catholics alive, banning Chinese for decades, denying visas to Jews attempting to escape the Holocaust, interning Japanese-

American citizens and enacting restrictive immigration laws which established quotas to exclude people who were seen as “others.”

And just what is the culture, religion, ethnicity and values that our newly-elected government is seeking to protect?

Do we really want to return to the days when that translated into a white, AngloSaxon, Protestant America?

Where other races, religions and ethnicities were despised and rejected?

“We don’t want them here,” Mr. Trump proclaims in the name of protecting us from terrorism.

Yet there is no evidence showing our previous vetting procedures have failed to prevent terrorists from infiltrating our shores.

Meanwhile, leading Republicans have exposed the fallacy of Mr. Trump’s exclusionary executive order, calling it “a self-inflicted wound that may do more to help terrorist recruitment than to improve our national security.”

And, yes, the terrorists have already posted the order online to further their recruiting efforts.

Moreover, the order strikes at the very foundation of our 21st century technologybased economy, which was enriched by immigrants and markets its products to the

world.

The United States is a nation built on the dreams of immigrants.

As they prospered, our country prospered. To deny entry to this generation’s refugees because of their religion, race or ethnicity is to deny the very essence of America.

Today, we see a new administration in Washington determined to change the very definition of what it means to be an American.

They want to build a wall against those who share the same hopes and dreams as our ancestors (yes, even Mr. Trump’s ancestors), who came to this country to escape persecution and build a new life and who enriched our nation in the process.

Lady Liberty is shedding tears as Emma Lazarus’s sonnet is changed to “Keep your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free. The wretched refuse of your teeming shore. Don’t send the homeless, tempest tossed to me. I extinguish my lamp and close the golden door to thee.”

This is not my America and I hope and pray that this is not your America.

Jay N. Feldman Port Washington

U.S. can’t act as world’s ‘policemen’

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ided by Russian air power Aleppo has fallen to the Syrian government.

For the most part we remained on the sidelines (we did make, along with other nations, air strike against ISIS).

Did the United States miss an opportunity by not getting involved long ago? Will Trump get us involved? How else is going to fulfill his bombast to “wipe ISIS off the face of the earth.”

I am deeply concerned.

In Syria we have another Iraq only even more complex.

In Iraq, prior to our “going on to Bagdad”, they had a Sunni Muslim dictator (Hussain) ruling a Shite Muslim majority and some Kurds (and no weapons of mass destruction).

Bush’s stated goal was to establish a democracy.

What do we have after 15 years of war and countless billions of dollars, and thou-

sands of dead and maimed soldiers including, not incidentally, some 100,000 dead Iraqis.

Whereas in Iraq there are only Sunnis, Shites and Kurds in the mix, in Syria the mix is more complex: Syrian government troops, the Russians, two rebel groups, the Kurds and ISIS. Any “hawk” who thinks our intervention would or can solve any of the continuing problems in that troubled area is indeed a crackpot.

Or worse still a hawk who still thinks military involvement solves problems.

You remember “mission accomplished” don’t you.

We Americans have an unrealistic belief that once you get rid of a dictator democracy will arise almost spontaneously.

We forget that fewer than 20 percent of the nations of the world have a relatively clean democracy.

Even were we able to get rid of Bashar

al-Assad in Syria do you think a democracy would arise?

Nearly everyone agrees that dictatorship is not the best form of government and that we should assist nations in their attempts to depose dictators.

We intervened in Iraq and Libya.

In both cases the results were dismal, that is to say even worse than before.

Have we finally learned that we can not be the policemen to the world.

Except where our national security is directly involved we must stay out of these regional, often religious conflicts.

President Obama kept us out of major war commitments. This was the right thing to do.

I am fearful of Trump.

He believes in force (intervention) and worse still he “shoots from the hip”. (His shutting off immigration from seven nations was poorly thought out causing massive confusion).

There is no telling what he might do.

I am sure he is going to be confronted by the world powers and that much of what he thinks he can do (with trade imbalance for example) might even backfire.

I am hopeful that this is the least trouble he gets us into.

Trump has repeatedly promised that Mexico will pay for the wall.

Now some “adjustments” are surfacing such as we may well pay for the wall first and they will pay us back (lots of luck).

Or we may put a 20 percent tax on imported Mexican goods.

This will increase the cost of their products and guess who will be hurt. The American consumer of course.

Have we gone from Mexico will pay to the American consumer will pay?

Theodore Theodorsen Manhasset

Herricks board should stream meetings

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s someone who believes about openness and transparency in government, I am calling on the Herricks Board of Education to start live streaming their public meetings and post them online as a way to give residents who can’t attend meetings a chance to see what our elected board members do or to see what the board discusses and/or decides on a major topic such as the budget.

Other benefits include preventing mis-

information among people and taping the meetings removes the curtain between the residents and board and helps it be more open, transparent and accountable to the public since people who aren’t at the meeting will be able to watch it online and see how the board acts at its meetings.

I find it amazing that for a Board of Education and Administration that prides itself on being open and transparent with its residents that this hasn’t been done yet. While

they do provide written minutes of the meetings, you have to wait till the next meeting for the previous meeting’s minutes to be approved and posted on the district website and from my own experience at meetings many times they don’t tell the full story of what was discussed.

While nothing replaces actually going to the meeting, there are many people who can’t make the 7:30 Thursday night meeting and videotaping the meetings and put-

ting them online would help to better inform the public on major items they’re concerned about and in the long run get people more involved and understanding of what their school board does.

I really can’t see why anyone would be against this because we deserve openness and transparency in our local governments since we’re affected by everything they do.

Richard D’Orazi Manhasset Hills

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March was 1st step for G.N. women

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n Jan. 21, a group from Temple Isaiah of Great Neck joined the 400,000 mostly women who marched in New York City, and the well over 1,000,000 who marched across the United States and around the world.

Undoubtedly, many other Great Neck residents marched as well.

The numbers in every venue so exceeded the projections that the participants overflowed the routes, causing the removal of barriers allowing the flow of people to expand.

Why did we join this march?

Each of us may have had a primary reason to join, but we all felt a responsibility to exercise freedom of speech and the right to “...petition the government for

a redress of grievances,” rights guaranteed by the First Amendment.

Marches are patriotic as we ask our government to focus on the issues important to our society.

At the march, we viewed the sea of women and felt that this is what democracy looks like!

Individually, here are some of the reasons we marched: “As a woman, mother and grandmother of girls, and an attorney, my fears and grievances have an urgency as the senate is voting on cabinet appointments and soon a Supreme Court Justice nominee. Trump has stated that it will be someone opposed to Roe v. Wade, which has been settled law despite many challenges for 44 years, and the overthrow of

which would plunge women back into the ‘70s and earlier when they could not make decisions about their own reproductive choices.”

“As a physician, I am extremely concerned about the efforts to repeal the ACA (Obamacare). This will affect up to 30 million people in the U.S., including nearly a million in New York State alone!

For many of our neighbors this will be a life or death action as their pre-existing conditions or financial status would prevent them from getting any health insurance.

By the way, this won’t only affect them, it will affect us all as hospital ERs are once again overrun with non-emergent cases.”

“All of the developed coun-

tries in the world have listened to the scientific data and concluded unanimously that climate change is not only real, but largely man made and happening faster than anticipated. They, including the US have signed a treaty committing to take actions to reverse dangerous practices, yet Trump appoints a climate change denier to his cabinet.”

“As a teacher, I am very troubled by the choice of Betsy DeVos to run the Department of Education. Her statements during the hearings displayed colossal ignorance and insensitivity. Her actions could endanger the future of our children and our country and allow us to fall behind the levels of the rest of the world.”

“As a woman with a lifelong disability, the intended changes

in access to health care and medicare frighten me terribly. I rely on these programs to help me survive. These reductions or worse will affect seniors especially those on fixed incomes.”

“As an involved citizen, I march to combat the feelings of impotence as everything I value becomes endangered-not only a woman’s right to choose, but even the threats against a free press.”

We marched, we carried signs, we raised our voices.

It was empowering.

We can only hope that the leaders of our country listened.

The marches were only a first step.

Join us!

Shelley Sherman Great Neck

Opinions and falsehoods not the same

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t seems that the dispute over Mr. O’Kelly’s anti-Semitic diatribe just won’t go away.

Two letters in the January 27, 2017 papers take diametrically opposed positions.

Michael Rosenbaum, president of the [Sid Jacobson] JCC, castigates O’Kelly while Carole Simon of Great Neck makes the case for freedom of speech and Blank Slate publishing.

While I have refrained from entering the fray until now, the

illogicality of Ms. Simon’s arguments demand a rebuttal.

She states that “everyone is entitled to their (sic) opinion and has the right to express it.”

Agreed, but there is a difference between opinion and fact.

One does not have the right to conflate the two.

If I were to write a letter to the editor stating that the heavens were comprised of fruits and vegetables and that the moon was made of green cheese, I sus-

pect that the editors would not publish such nonsense.

I would argue that the “Protocols of the Elders of Zion” fall into this category.

They are a forgery, published in Russia in 1903, purporting to prove that the Jews sought global domination.

No one claiming the validity of these Protocols should go unchallenged.

One might make the case that Blank Slate media has nei-

ther the time nor the personnel to fact-check every letter submitted, but they have not made this argument.

One more fallacy in Ms. Simon’s logic.

She says: “Your dislike of what was written does not give you the right to threaten the newspaper with financial sanctions.” This is patently absurd.

The United Farm Workers of America boycotted grapes, Martin Luther King led the fa-

mous bus boycott in Montgomery, Ala., and our government is currently imposing sanctions against Russia.

There are no laws, local, state or national which prohibit such behavior.

What Ms. Simon should have said was that she disapproved of such a threat.

Dr. Hal Sobel Great Neck

Murky world of IDA tax break on L.I. Continued from Page 15 To make matters worse there is no standardized process to review IDA’s in New York to see if a tax break was successful.

If promised jobs aren’t created after an IDA expires, there needs to be a claw back of the taxpayers’ money that was given out as an incentive to create jobs.

Sometimes there is and

sometimes there isn’t. Every single IDA granted needs to be audited to make sure the project meets its goals.

To be fair, there are some IDA’s that will be a positive influence on our community and a judicious use of tax dollars.

A worthy IDA tax break expands the tax base and creates good paying jobs.

Examples of projects that may not have gotten done without an IDA but will benefit Long Island by creating jobs are the new Dealertrack headquarters in North Hills and Best Market taking over the abandoned Entenmann’s site in Bay Shore.

Going forward, IDA’s in areas that support business growth and job creation, like Nassau

County’s largest employer, the healthcare industry, should be considered.

Thankfully state Comptroller DiNapoli’s legislative program in 2015 helped create a law to standardize IDA oversight of all projects starting after June 15, 2016.

To regain public trust, IDA’s need to be as transparent as

possible. Well-publicized public hearings letting affected communities know exactly why an IDA is proposed, and how much their taxes will go up before any tax benefits are granted, is critical to future success. Long Island‘s IDA’s need to be more transparent and stop wasting the communities hard earned tax dollars.

Trump’s travel ban order is self-defeating Continued from Page 16 A travel insurance company actually came out with an alert, “What to Be Aware of When Traveling in the Apocalypse; APRIL Outlines Simple Precau-

tions for Traveling in a PostTrump World.”

Trump has demonstrated that he intends to rule as he campaigned, by stoking fear and terror and insecurity — the

hallmarks of a bully.

That may well serve another goal: keeping Americans insulated from the world so they are kept in darkness and ignorance and malleable to his policies.

That is not a recipe to “Make America Great Again,” nor keeping Americans safe.

That is a recipe for widening violence and terror as well as economic insecurity and

turning the United States into a despised pariah in the global community.

And it will likely set dominos of economic collapse into motion.

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Why rush to install LED lights in G.N. Plaza?

Continued from Page 18 Remember what happened with asbestos and more recently, with artificial turf. Everyone rushed to purchase these products, and only after significant time had passed were the health risks uncovered. We don’t want our community to fall victim to the same thing here.

Our discussions with officials in the Village of Great Neck indicate that Village leaders are leaning toward the installation of 4000K bulbs. We’d prefer not to see LED lights installed at all, but if this plan is set in stone, why not consider 2,700K bulbs, as Davis, CA did? These are the same bulbs that satisfied the residents of Davis – after they forced their town officials to remove an earlier and offensive $350,000 investment. In their official policy statement on LED lights, the American Medical Association has set a recommended LIMIT of 3000K. We also need to remember that we don’t need lights with the same wattage as we had before. LED lights tend to be very bright and very intense, so you need to consider bulbs with

lower wattage than you might have expected. The human eye perceives these lights as remarkably brighter than other lighting – so it is not a simple substitution when you talk about street light replacement for an entire community. The replacement process is quite complex. You have to consider the spread of the light— making sure it doesn’t shine into people’s houses—as well as different types of glass fixtures that may refract and/or filter the light.

The fact is that there are two good reasons that manufacturers exercise highpressure tactics to sell these LEDs: 1. they recognize that the market will be saturated within a few years; 2. they are aware that better products will be coming to market shortly -- which will make the existing LEDs that much harder to sell. If there are better LED products coming in the near future — shouldn’t we — as an intelligent, upscale community — wait a little longer to invest in them? Remember, the old adage, “It is better to be safe than sorry.”

We urge all of you to contact your local government, Nassau County leadership and Gov. Cuomo to voice your concerns about the plans to install LEDs. There’s more to running a community than saving money — we need to think about health issues and about quality of life as well.

We’re an affluent community — cost considerations should not be the top priority. \ Communities with high crime rates like Detroit and Philadelphia are embracing LED street lighting, but this doesn’t mean it’s the best choice for our Long Island community.

Two years ago, when we initially began our research on LED bulbs, we believed the critical downside was one of visual discomfort when looking at these bulbs.

Residents from Brooklyn to California have been very vocal in complaining about how awful these bulbs look: like prison lights — too bright, too much glare — shining into their houses, creating situations in which sleep becomes impossible.

However, our continuing research has convinced us that the downside of LEDs goes far beyond our physical discomfort with them.

Certain LED bulbs may not produce noticeable discomfort for the majority of people — but this does not mean that they are, in fact, safe.

When you factor in the segment of our population that is already light sensitive — due to age and various health conditions — we believe our government is taking a calculated risk with the public’s safety.

The authors of this letter experience physical discomfort whenever we come in contact with LED lighting in any shape or form.

Our mutual physical discomfort was the driving force behind two years of research on this new lighting. We learned more than we ever imagined — now you — the reader are informed, too.

Amy Glass, Ph.D. Judy Shore Rosenthal Great Neck

3rd track questions remain unanswered Continued from Page 17 Financing this project still remains unresolved. The anticipated final potential cost will never be known until completion.

Costs will be further refined by award of construction contracts followed by any unforeseen site conditions and change orders to the base contracts during the course of construction.

Even $2 billion may be insufficient.

There is only $7 million to support planning, preliminary design and engineering along with environmental work approved in the $27 billion 2015- 2019 MTA FiveYear Capital Program.

Cuomo’s belief that $2 billion more can be found to amend actual construction and grade crossing elimination funding later this year into the existing 2015-2019 MTA Five Year Capital Program will be difficult.

It is subject to approval by both the MTA Capital Program Review Board and State Legislature.

If he attempts to provide $2 billion for Main Line Third Track, New York City advocates who play a critical role in the process, looking for $5 billion to fund Second Avenue Subway Phase 2, may also ask for $2 billion for their priority project.

How would Cuomo find $4 billion instead of $2 billion more?

Cuomo proposed providing $1.5 billion more toward the $8.3 billion shortfall he originally promised two years ago to fully fund the $27 billion 2015 - 2019 MTA Five Year Capital Plan.

This leaves a balance of $5.8 billion that he owes carried over into 2018 and 2019.

His new proposed $152 billion state budget has a $3.5 billion shortfall. Cuomo still must find $3 billion to pay back the federal loan for Tapanzee Bridge and $6 bil-

lion for his commitment to support the N.J. to N.Y. Amtrak Gateway Tunnel project (a new connection for Amtrak and New Jersey Transit across the Hudson River to access Penn Station).

The list goes on and on for Cuomo’s unfunded transportation commitments including Main Line Third Track over the past two years totaling $100 billion.

After completion of double tracking in 2018, Ronkonkoma Branch riders will enjoy off peak 30 minute service.

However, there will be no additional rush hour trains in the A.M. to Penn Station or P.M. from Penn Station to Ronkonkoma.

There is no capacity on the existing Main Line between Floral Park and Hicksville to accommodate any additional rush hour trains on the Ronkonkoma branch.

Capacity can only be increased by construction of the proposed Main Line Third Track project There is also a direct relationship between completion of the $10.8 billion LIRR Grand Central Terminal East Side Access in December 2023 or 2024 along with $2 billion Main Line Third Track. Without a Third Track, the LIRR will not be able to achieve 100 percent utilization of Grand Central Terminal East Side Access.

The original East Side Access environmental document promised 24 trains per hour during peak service periods.

This would supplement 42 trains per hour during peak service periods to Penn Station. There is insufficient capacity for feeding west bound a.m. rush hour and east bound p.m. rush hour trains from both Penn Station and Grand Central Terminal with only two Main Line Tracks.

The third track is also needed for reverse commuter service and trains returning east in the morning and west in the

evening to make a second rush hour trip.

The LIRR still has yet to release a detailed project budget which would justify a $2 billion dollar budget. Based upon my review of the project, you are now looking at a minimum potential project cost of $2.2 billion or more.

These funds may have to be spread out between the 2020-2024 and 2025-2029 future Five Year Capital Programs.

A real project budget would include the estimated costs for each project component.

This would include but not be limited to design and engineering, overall construction, private property easements, utility relocation, commuter parking and station improvements, track, signal and power work, sound barriers, construction for each of seven grade crossing eliminations, construction management firms to supplement LIRR Engineers in oversight of construction contractors, LIRR force account (LIRR track employees who provide protection for construction contractors employees working on active track right of ways), LIRR budget and financial staff, LIRR quality assurance and quality control staff (to insure the contractor adheres to the contract specifications and requirements), substitute bus service during frequent track outages and contingency (to deal bids coming in above the engineers estimate, change orders due to unforeseen site conditions or changes in scope requested by various LIRR user groups or other issues during construction).

This just highlights a few of the major project cost components. This information continues to be needed if the MTA/LIRR wish to build credibility with commuters, residents, taxpayers, transit advocates, elected officials and the media.

The proposed project implementation

schedule of three to four years continues to be overly optimistic. It may not take into consideration delays in obtaining funding, time for procurement process from advertisement to the awarding of contracts, unforeseen site conditions, inclement weather, insufficient track outages and not enough LIRR force account support track outages for construction contractors.

That the current proposed project budget continues to be based upon the total lack of detail other than an overall figure of $2 billion is disappointing.

Two years after Gov. Cuomo first announced the rebirth of this project, the estimated cost grew from $1 billion to $1.5 billion last year and $2 billion this year. It has yet to progress beyond a number written on the back of an envelope.

Regardless of whether you are for or against this project, the taxpayers need to know what the source of funding and final tab will be. In the end, taxpayer dollars will be paying for it.

Is there any relationship between labor unions, construct contractors, consulting firms and other members of the business community who support this project and have endorsed or given campaign contributions to Cuomo’s 2018 reelection campaign commonly known as “Pay for Play”?

Sadly most of these concerns and questions were neither addressed in presentations or discussed at the recent January 2017 Main Line Third Track EIS public hearings.

Larry Penner Great Neck (Larry Penner is a transportation historian and advocate who previously worked 31 years for the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration Region 2 NY Office.)

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Business&RealEstate What are you looking for, how much?

Most purchasers are being careful today about staying within their budgets when looking for a home, homeowner association, condo, or co-op.

As I have mentioned in past articles, that getting pre-qualified and getting that commitment letter in advance will go along way in securing a place and putting yourself in a more competitive position, once you find it.

The most important reasons for doing this is to truly know what you will be able to borrow and second, knowing that you have that letter, so you do not miss out on a home to another buyer that is prepared and ready to pull the trigger and strikes faster than you.

Most critical are the multitude of cash purchasers out in Long Island that do not need financing and that will be your greatest competition in the market, besides those that have a true no condition, commitment letter for their mortgage; just subject to an inspection, appraisal and attorney’s review.

The items that the bank will need are as follows: 1. Two years federal tax returns and 2 most recent pay stubs 2. All your assets that you and whoever else will be borrowing may possess.

3. A compilation record of all your debts, eg. credit cards, installment loans or any other mortgages.

You will need to make sure you have an attorney, a mortgage broker, banker or lending institution, if you will be financing.

If you are a cash buyer, it will be necessary to have a document (any type of bank account) showing proof of funds, especially when an offer is submitted.

It is also a prudent, when making an offer, to be knowledgeable about the area and to get comparables so you have an idea as to what is for sale, under contract and sold in that local market.

However, the fact that it is still a sellers market and prices are not coming down (unless it is an overpriced property) at this point in time; offers made have to be aggressive just to beat out the competition.

As I have mentioned before, there are many, many more buyers than sellers and still historically low interest rates making for fierce competition and causing prices to escalate.

Prices have increased year over year from 5-9 percent, depending on the town and its inventory as per the National Association of Realtors.

This has caused some buyers to go back on the fence, waiting for he market to change, whereby prices might come down.

The number one reason I do not believe that this will happen is, as I have said, too many purchasers, low interest rates and severely

PHILIP A. RAICES Real Estate Watch low inventory (hasn’t been this low since 1999 as per the National Association of Realtors).

However, it is an excellent time to sell (are you listening owners??), with so many seriously qualified buyers looking.

Moreover, the reduced snow days and unseasonable weather, has brought more people out to search for their first place or “dream home.”

Another issue is to determine what style of home (colonial, cape, ranch et.) or apt (co-op, condo or homeowner association) you are looking to purchase.

Some will only want or can afford a coop, some an homeowner association or condo.

Once the bank provides you with what you qualify for then you will know; however, many already will know what they want to spend, the bank will provide and

substantiate the amount with a commitment letter for you and the seller.

Some will like the layout for a colonial, because usually all the bedrooms are on the second floor.

With a cape they are split 1-2 bedroom and 1 bath on the first floor and 1-2 bedroom and maybe a second bathroom on the upper floor.

Then there are splits where are three levels. Upper containing the living room, dining room, eat in kitchen and 3-4 bedrooms.

One level down has a family room, washer/dryer, boiler and hot water heater.

Then there can be a sub basement for storage or it might be finished.

One last style is a ranch, where everything is on one level and sometimes a finished basement.

These seem to be the popular styles in our local areas, although there are many, many more (Mediterranean, Classic Tudors, high ranch, contemporary, etc. to name a few).

One must choose which type fits their lifestyle and family best.

I always advise that one must be open to different styles and be able to trade off one thing for another.

You could find a great home in an excellent location, but it might need some minor or major updating. But if you are able to get the first two variables in a good school district, as I always say, location,

location, school district, go for it!

Anticipate the cost of updating or full blown gut renovation and see if you have the wherewithal to tackle the job.

Tight inventory and quicker decisions are more the rule than the exception at this point in time.

Don’t pass up an opportunity, because you never know when the next one will come by. Oh yeah, watch those interest rates too; because waiting will cost more money.

Even if it is your first home, balancing your options and giving a bit, having reasonable trade-offs will enable you to buy your home sooner than having to dig deeper into your pockets later on.

Phil Raices is the owner/Broker of Turn Key Real Estate at 7 Bond St. in Great Neck. He has earned designations as a Graduate Realtor Institute and Certified International Property Specialist.

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Make plans before reaching retirement age Every worker’s dream is having a secure retirement to enjoy the fruits of their labor.

Social Security is here to help you secure today and tomorrow.

Part of that commitment is ensuring you have the most up-todate information when you make your retirement decisions.

“Full retirement age” refers to the age when a person can claim their Social Security benefits without any reduction, even if they are still working part or full time.

In other words, you don’t actually need to retire from your work to claim your full benefits.

Also note that waiting until you’re 70, if you can, will bring you a higher monthly benefit.

The choices you make may affect benefits your spouse or children can receive on your record, too.

As the bells rang in a new year, they also rang in changes in 2017 for people considering claiming Social Security retirement benefits.

For people who attain age 62 in 2017 (i.e., those born between Jan. 2, 1955 and Jan. 1, 1956), full retirement age is 66 and two months.

Full retirement age was age 65 for many years.

However, due to a law passed

by Congress in 1983, it has been gradually increasing, beginning

with people born in 1938 or later, until it reaches 67 for people born after 1959.

You can learn more about the full retirement age and find out how to look up your own at www. socialsecurity.gov/planners/retire/retirechart.html.

There are some things you should remember when you’re thinking about retirement.

You may start receiving Social Security benefits as early as age 62 or as late as age 70.

The longer you wait, the higher your monthly benefit will be.

Your monthly benefits will be reduced permanently if you start them any time before full retirement age.

For example, if you start receiving benefits in 2017 at age 62, your monthly benefit amount will

be reduced permanently by about 26 percent.

On the other hand, if you wait to start receiving your benefits until after your full retirement age, then your monthly benefits will be permanently increased.

The amount of this increase is two-thirds of one percent for each month--or eight percent for each year--that you delay receiving them until you reach age 70.

If you decide to receive benefits before you reach full retirement age, you should also understand how continuing to work can affect your benefits.

We may withhold or reduce your benefits if your annual earnings exceed a certain amount.

However, every month we withhold or reduce increases your future benefits.

That’s because at your full

retirement age we will recalculate your benefit amount to give you credit for the months in which we reduced or withheld benefits due to your excess earnings.

In effect, it’s as if you hadn’t filed for those months.

You can learn more at www. socialsecurity.gov/planners/retire/whileworking.html.

If you pass away, your retirement date can affect the benefit amount your surviving loved ones receive.

If you started receiving retirement benefits before full retirement age, we cannot pay the full amount to your survivors.

Their benefit amount will be based on your reduced benefits.

You can learn more by visiting our Retirement Planner at www.socialsecurity.gov/planners/retire.

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Dems back Curran for county exec Continued from Page 1 the race to potentially replace incumbent County Executive Edward Mangano, a Republican who faces federal political corruption charges.

“This county is in dire straits and in need of a cleanup,” Jacobs told a crowd of more than 200 people in Uniondale, saying Curran and Schnirman would “replace incompetence and corruption with competence and confidence.”

The move sets up a potential three-way Democratic primary for county executive between Curran, state Assemblyman Charles Lavine and current Comptroller George Maragos, a former Republican who changed parties in September.

Curran, a former New York Daily News reporter and Baldwin school board president, launched her campaign in November, less than a month after Mangano’s Oct. 20 arraignment and a week after the Nov. 8 election.

Schnirman, who has never held elected office, decided to run for comptroller after forming an exploratory committee for a possible county executive campaign in September.

A poll pitting the four Democrats against a hypothetical Republican candidate showed Curran outperforming the other three, Jacobs said.

She also raised $201,705 from outside donors in the first two months of her campaign, the most of the Democrats.

Speaking to supporters and party leaders Monday, Curran pledged to root out cronyism and corruption in county government by running an “open and transparent” administration.

She and Jacobs referred to what Curran called a “culture of corruption,” reflected in the indictments of Mangano, his wife, Linda, and recently resigned Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor John Venditto, as well as former GOP state Sen. Dean Skelos’ 2015 conviction on corruption charges.

The Manganos and Venditto have pleaded not guilty to the charges, which stem from an alleged bribe and kickback scheme with restaurateur Harendra Singh.

“Too many of our residents feel that they are powerless to change the status quo, but I’m here to tell you

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Nassau County Democratic Committee Chairman Jay Jacobs (center) appears with county Legislator Laura Curran of Baldwin and Long Beach City Manager Jack Schnirman on Monday, Jan. 30, 2017. that stops today,” Curran said.

Curran has said she would install an independent inspector general to oversee and investigate county government and push for term limits for legislators and top executive officials.

Absent from the crowd Monday were any other Democratic county legislators and state lawmakers.

Jacobs said he expects local officials to unite behind Curran and Schnirman fairly quickly. But Lavine and Maragos said they will continue their campaigns through the September primary.

Maragos has loaned his campaign nearly $1.5 million. Lavine has raised more than $207,000 as of Jan. 13, including a $57,000 transfer that nearly emptied his Assembly campaign account.

Maragos would be hamstrung in a Democratic primary by his conservative past, Jacobs said, including his 2012 comment comparing same-sex marriage to people wanting to marry their pets.

Maragos has since apologized for the remark and said he recognizes legal same-sex marriage as the national law.

Hank Sheinkopf, Maragos’ head political strategist, said Jacobs’ backing of Curran was a decision of political insiders, and that Maragos, by funding his own campaign, is more independent than the other candidates.

“The county boss and the insiders made their decision. The voters will have the last and final decision in September,” Sheinkopf said.

In a statement, Lavine, who heads the Assembly’s Committee on Ethics and Guidance, said Nassau residents “deserve a government led by someone who has the experience, strength, independence and integrity to always do what is right, whether politically popular or not.”

Curran has drawn fire from some Democrats for voting with Republicans in the Legislature in favor of some borrowing for capital projects, breaking with the sevenmember Democratic minority’s block on borrowing until the county installs an independent inspector general.

Curran took a shot of her own at Maragos on Monday, calling him a “yes man” for Mangano’s administration.

On Twitter, Maragos called Monday’s event “a Maragos bashing fest of trumped up lies to scare residents.”

It is uncertain who Curran, Maragos or Lavine would face in a general election.

Mangano reportedly faces dim odds of getting the GOP nomination, but has not announced whether he will run for a third term.

Possible candidates include former Mineola Mayor and former state Sen. Jack Martins, who lost a run for Congress in November; county Clerk Maureen O’Connell; Town of Hempstead Councilman Bruce Blakeman; and town Clerk Donald Clavin.

County Legislator Howard Kopel (R-Valley Stream) has told Newsday he may run for comptroller.

Brian Nevin, a Mangano spokesman, said the county executive is focused on creating jobs and keeping crime and taxes down.

“The Democrat candidates have little to no accomplishments and it will certainly be interesting to see who emerges as the party nominee,” Nevin said in an email.

The Nassau County Republican Committee did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Mineola eyes more bilingual ed Continued from Page 4 ally have every student graduate with a bilingual literacy seal on the diploma, Moriarty said.

About 19 percent of Mineola’s roughly 2,700 students speak a primary language other than English, and 12 percent take classes in English as a new language, Moriarty said.

The dual-language program was started amid demographic change in Mineola and several other North Shore

districts. The proportion of Hispanic and Latino students increased to 24 percent in the 2014-15 school year from 17 percent in the 2005-6 year.

Research has shown bilingual education programs have benefits in the classroom and beyond, Moriarty said.

One 2010 study by Johns Hopkins University researchers found bilingual classes improved Spanish-speaking students’ English skills as much as Englishonly programs or more.

The program also teaches both English and Spanish speakers how to collaborate with people from different cultural backgrounds, Moriarty said.

Spanish-speaking students often help English-speaking students struggling with the new language, and vice versa, she said.

“It’s that leveling of the playing field that is just really amazing to see in the classroom,” Moriarty said. “When they’re so young, to help them raise their own

Shelter Rock LIE exit among worst Continued from Page 20 hour, between 5 and 6 p.m., the average speed plummets to just above 20 miles per hour.

Robert Sinclair, a spokesman for AAA New York, told Newsday the Shelter Rock Road traffic jams might be partly due to one of the area’s largest employ-

ers, North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset.

Brewster said the information found in the study is a “great tool” for truckers and everyday drivers alike.

“It’s not just a truck issue because everyone is moving slowly there,” she said. “Where there is difference is that

car drivers have additional flexibility in choosing to avoid the road at certain times of day.”

The study determined the most congested stretch of highway in the country is the intersection of I-285 and I-85 in Atlanta, Georgia. The I-278 at Belt Parkway in Brooklyn made the list at No. 37, as

awareness of culture is just an amazing feat.”

Familiarity with different cultures will help students navigate their increasingly diverse community and globalized world, especially as they move into college and the workforce, Moriarty said.

To Moriarty, that familiarity is especially important amid a political backlash against globalization and diversity.

“When you see [students] reading together, using their devices together, solving a problem togther, you know that everything is going be OK,” Moriarty said.

it’s average speed during peak hours is 31 miles per hour.

Traffic congestion on U.S. highways added more than $49.6 billion in operational costs to the trucking industry in 2014, according to a separate study conducted by the American Transportation Research Institute.

“There’s no way the trucking industry can take on the costs of that alone,” Brewster said. “Those costs will show up in the cost of toothpaste.”

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NHP mosque eyes spring opening Town adds Continued from Page 3 Work on the plumbing, gas and fire sprinkler systems was later stopped again because a licensed contractor was not on site, Norjen said.

Jim McHugh, a former New Hyde Park civic leader who led efforts to temporarily halt construction, said he doubts the building will be ready by this spring.

He and other neighbors still worry about the construction methods being used, he said, as other properties could be at risk if it falls down or is damaged in a major storm.

“The cake is baked, but we’re skeptical about some of the ingredients that are baked into the cake,” McHugh said.

Bhuyian called McHugh’s criticism of the construction over the years a “blessing in disguise,” saying it helped planners make the building better.

“We actually got, construction-wise, a perfect building,” Bhuyian said.

New Hyde Park civic leaders continue to address issues at the construction site if they see them, said Bill Cutrone, president of the Lakeville Estates Civic Association.

But the fact that past issues were resolved is “the most important thing,” he said.

Cutrone said he would welcome the chance to visit the new mosque and strengthen the communities’ relationship.

“I think that’s a wonderful gesture and we need to be unified, and we need to live with our neighbors,” Cutrone said.

“If our neighbors are Christian or Jewish or … Muslim in this case,” people should “realize that your next door neighbor may not have the same beliefs, but they are your neighbors and you need to be good to each other.”

Photo club shares love of images Continued from Page 20 said. “Once in a while we bring in a vendor who talks about products and how to use them.”

The club will meet on Feb. 8 at the library to listen to Alan Perlman, a professional photographer.

During the club’s third meeting, members submit up to five photos and receive advice on how to improve them.

“We go through them and the critique is about what the judges like, what can be improved and how it can be better, or if it’s outstanding, there’s nothing else I can do,” Wollin said.

Wollin, who said he had a darkroom in his basement when he was young, said his experience with photography was typical.

“I visualize things, whether it’s action or people,” he said. “It could be the lighting on someone’s face. The thrill of

being able to capture that and taking it back and seeing if it’s good all by itself or if there is something I can do better is great.”

Wollin, who joined the club eight years ago, said the “experience of coming together with community members to discuss photography is wonderful.”

The photography club is involved in community events, too, taking pictures for PortFest and other events hosted by Helping Enrich the Arts.

“We went out, about five or six photographers and took photos of all the events and activities and people,” Wollin said. “It’s terrific stuff, because at the end of the day we had about 500 images to give them.”

The club has also photographed Port Washington’s annual Pride in Port celebration.

The club exhibits its photos in differ-

ent venues around Long Island, including an annual exhibit at the Manhasset Public Library and the Port Washington Public Library.

In 2014, the club was contacted by the American Merchant Marine Museum in Kings Point to exhibit prints from November to June.

The club showed about 70 prints, Wollin said, and the exhibit drew a large crowd.

“People were coming from all over to see the exhibit,” he said. “They asked us to host it for five more months.”

Wollin said the club, which elects its leaders, has helped him and others improve as a photographer.

“I’ve learned to improve my photography knowledge and techniques,” he said. “We have been able to do more with our photos as a result of being in the club.”

LIRR sets modern ridership record Continued from Page 2 between 1990 and 2013, according to a 2015 analysis of U.S. Census data by the Long Island Association, the region’s largest business group.

The association’s analysis argues that a lack of trains going the opposite direction of most commuters — east in the morning and west in the evening — contributed to that decrease.

The LIRR wants to build a third track along 9.8 miles of its Main Line between Floral Park and Hicksville, which would create more reverse-commute capacity by opening a lane for off-peak trains.

This is appealing to business leaders and public officials aiming to build commerce on Long Island, who say a third track is necessary to draw young, highly skilled workers.

The LIRR projects reverse-peak ridership between Floral Park and Hicksville would increase 60 percent by 2040 if

the third track is built, according to the draft environmental impact statement for the project. The New York Metropolitan Transportation Council projects Long Island will add 135,500 jobs in the same period.

But opponents of the third track in Floral Park, New Hyde Park and Mineola have remained highly skeptical of the reverse commute as a justification for a project that they say would irreparably damage their quality of life.

Opponents worry about traffic and noise problems caused by construction in the short term and changes to railroad service and traffic patterns in the long term.

Many have cited anecdotes of seeing mostly empty eastbound trains during the day. Others have pointed to the relative lack of industrial centers on Long Island that would draw workers from New York City.

The third track would do nothing to resolve the lack of transportation for commuters between the LIRR and their Long Island jobs, New Hyde Park Mayor Robert Lofaro said.

Long Island “will continue to be a personal vehicle island because once a train delivers a passenger to a station, there are no other reliable and affordable means of transportation to get them to a place of business,” Lofaro said in a text message.

Brigid McGlynn, a millennial who lives near the railroad in Floral Park, said she drives to her job in Brooklyn because she would rather not deal with the railroad’s bad service.

“Due to the delays, due to the nonsense that happens, I drive to work every day, and I do not want to really see this expansion project happening if it’s going to be affecting the safety” near her home, McGlynn said at a Jan. 19 public hearing on the project.

$500K to cost of pool Continued from Page 2 families and other paying members, which would defray the tax burden on park district residents.

Memberships have declined from about 1,500 in 2013 to about 1,300 last year. Member fees covered about a third of the park district’s $1 million budget in 2016, while property taxes covered about two-thirds.

Bill Cutrone, the president of North New Hyde Park’s Lakeville Estates Civic Association, said he thinks the plan will make the pool the best it can be, but he is still skeptical that it will draw many new members.

“It’s going to be great having three pools, along with the slide,” Cutrone said, referring to the swimming pool, kiddie pool and water slide basin. “I just don’t know if enough people are going go to the pool to warrant that expense.”

L.I. diocese installs new bishop Continued from Page 20 XVI in 2005 named him a “Prelate of Honor,” two of the highest designations in the church.

Barres, who was ordained a priest of the Diocese of Wilmington in 1989 and began his priesthood as an associate pastor at churches in Newark and Wilmington, Delaware, said last month he is looking forward to returning to New York.

“While growing up in Larchmont on the other side of the Long Island Sound, I had a clear vision across the Sound of the Diocese of Rockville Centre, never knowing that God’s vision and providence would one day bring us together,” he said.

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Feds charge Terry with tax evasion Continued from Page 6 working with his legal practice so he can earn money and repay the tax debt.

Along with Concetta Terry and Anthony Matteo, Gerard Terry’s son and daughter, who Scaring said live with him, were present in the courtroom.

Terry has also pleaded not guilty to eight felony tax fraud charges in New York State court for allegedly failing to file state income tax returns in two years and omitting income from other returns.

He is next due in state court on Feb. 8.

Terry and his attorneys want to resolve both cases simultaneously, Scaring said.

Terry was a key Democratic operative in Nassau County for

more than 40 years, helping the party win seats in town, county and statewide elections.

In a statement last year, he blamed his tax problems on “Type A workaholic compulsion with self-denial and truly catastrophic health issues.”

Terry previously said he was working with the Internal Revenue Service to pay off the tax debt.

Terry’s arrest prompted the Town of North Hempstead to tighten its ethics policies and to enforce for the first time the requirement that local political party leaders submit financial disclosure forms.

Carole Trottere, a town spokeswoman, said, “The town is fully cooperating with the authorities.”

Firms ID’d to bid on 3rd track work Continued from Page 10 Capital Program Review Board, which includes state lawmakers.

Cuomo and the LIRR have sought to distinguish this project as less intrusive than past proposals, committing to build it entirely on railroad property, take no residential property and mitigate noise and traffic issues along the corridor.

But residents and local officials have remained concerned

that the project will damage their quality of life and skeptical of the LIRR’s ability to stick to its timeline and budget.

Floral Park Mayor Thomas Tweedy said the fact that such large, well-known firms will bid on the work prove “just how complicated this project is.”

Tweedy worries that the groups of companies may find the LIRR’s budget and four-year timeline are not feasible, he said.

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Village Hall 1 Floral Boulevard Floral Park 516-326-6300

FLACS A - FLACS B/ Intensive Review of prior exams.

Floral Park Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

This includes: Speaking, Listening Comprehension, Reading and Writing

Wednesday, February 8 @ 7:30 p.m.

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Village of Flower Hill Board of Trustees Meeting

Monday, February 6 @ 7:30 p.m.

Village Hall, 1 Bonnie Heights Road Manhasset 516-627-5000 Village of Flower Hill Board of Zoning and Appeals Meeting

Wednesday, February 8 @ 7:30 p.m.

Village Hall 1 Bonnie Heights Road Manhasset 516-627-5000 Village of Great Neck Board of Trustees Meeting

Tuesday, February 7 @ 7:30 p.m.

Village Hall 61 Baker Hill Road Great Neck 516-482-0019

Manhasset Civic Association Meeting

Wednesday, February 8 @ 8:00 p.m.

Town Hall 220 Plandome Road Manhasset Village of Manorhaven Planning Board Meeting

Tuesday, February 7 @ 7:00 p.m.

Village Hall 33 Manorhaven Boulevard Port Washington 516-883-7000 Village of Mineola Board of Trustees Meeting

Wednesday, February 8 @ 6:30 p.m.

Village Hall 155 Washington Avenue Mineola 516-746-0750 Village of Munsey Park Board of Trustees Meeting

Wednesday, February 8 @ 7:30 p.m.

Village Hall 1777 Northern Boulevard Manhasset 516-365-7790 Village of Munsey Park Building Advisory Committee Meeting Wednesday, February 8 @ 7:30 p.m.

Village Hall 1777 Northern Boulevard Manhasset 516-365-7790 Village of New Hyde Park Board of Trustees Meeting

Tuesday, February 7 @ 7:30 p.m.

Village Hall 1420 Jericho Turnpike New Hyde Park 516-354-0022

Village of North Hills Architectural Review Board Meeting

Tuesday, February 7 @ 7:30 p.m.

Village Hall 1 Shelter Rock Road, North Hills 516-627-3451 Village of North Hills Planning Board Meeting

Wednesday, February 8 @ 7:30 p.m.

Village Hall 1 Shelter Rock Road, North Hills 516-627-3451 Village of Old Westbury Planning Meeting

Monday, February 6 @ 8:00 p.m.

Village Hall 1 Store Hill Road, Old Westbury 516-626-0800 Village of Plandome Board of Trustees Work Session

Monday, February 6 @ 7:00 p.m.

Village Hall 65 South Drive Plandome 516-627-1748 Village of Plandome Heights Board of Trustees Meeting

Monday, February 6 @ 7:30 p.m.

Village Hall 37 Orchard Street, Manhasset 516-627-1136 Port Washington School District Board of Education Meeting

Tuesday, February 7 @ 8:00 p.m.

Schreiber High School 101 Campus Drive Port Washington (516) 767-5805 Village of Roslyn Board of Zoning and Appeals Meeting

Monday, February 6 @ 8:00 p.m.

Village Hall 1200 Old Northern Boulevard Roslyn 516-621-1961 Shelter Rock Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Wednesday, February 8 @ 7:30 p.m.

165 Searingtown Road, Albertson 516-248-7363 Village of Williston Park Board of Trustees Workshop

Village of Great Neck Plaza Board of Zoning and Appeals Meeting

Village of New Hyde Park Board of Zoning and Appeals Meeting

Monday, February 6 @ 7:00 p.m.

Village Hall 494 Willis Avenue Williston Park 516-746-2193

Wednesday, February 8 @ 8:00 p.m.

Village Hall 2 Gussack Plaza Great Neck 516-482-4500

Wednesday, February 8 @ 7:30 p.m.

Village Hall 1420 Jericho Turnpike New Hyde Park 516-354-0022

Meetings are held at the respective Village Halls except where noted. All meetings, dates and times are subject to change.

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HELP WANTED DENTAL RECEPTIONIST/ASSISTANT Wanted Part Time for friendly Garden City Dental Office. Afternoon hours until 6pm. College Students Welcome.Please call 516-739-7668 for more information.

DISPLAY ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE: Blank Slate Media, a fast growing chain of 6 award winning weekly newspapers and website, is looking for an energetic, service oriented professional with good communication skills to sell display, web and email advertising. Earn up to $60,000 in the first year representing 6 Blank Slate Media publications and website as well as 5 publications and 1 website owned by Blank Slate Media’s partner, Litmor Publications.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and service oriented sales professional with good communication skills. Requirements: minimum 2 years outside sales experience.

Newspaper sales experience a plus.

Must have your own car. Exclusive protected territory. Opportunity to sell both print and online programs.

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EMPLOYEES AND SUBSTITUTES P/T TEACHER AIDE East Williston School District is seeking P/T School Security Aide (NYS Security Guard Lic required, Ret. LEO preferred) and P/T School Monitors beginning January 2017. Additionally seeking P/T Substitute Cleaners, P/T Substitute clerical and P/T Substitute Bus Drivers for an on call basis.

Bus drivers must meet A-19 requirements plus CDL class B with P & S endorsement. Send resume and letter of interest to: EWSD Jacqueline Pirro, Assistant Superintendent for Business, 11 Bacon Road, Old Westbury, NY 11568 nor fax 516333-1937

PARISH ADMINISTRATOR: Looking for a welcoming, detail-oriented, organized, computer savvy team player for weekday part time (18 hours) position. Please email Mother Christina van Liew at revxina@ gmail.com for copy of job description and compensation.

CERTIFIED HHA, PCA seeks weekend position, live in or live out.

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HOUSE CLEANING: Experienced cleaning service available. Pleasant, responsible. Provides own quality clean products. Own transportation. Local references. Spanish /English speaking. Free estimates.

Approximate cost: Small home $79, Mid size $99, Large $118. Please call Diana 516-859-7084

LEGAL SECRETARY P/T: Small insurance defense firm seeking a part time legal secretary. Salary commensurate with experience. Please fax resume to 516-216-1521 OFFICE MANAGER: Full time, small Roslyn construction company. Must be experienced in Word, Excel, Data Entry. Requirements consist of light bookkeeping, appointment scheduling, general office duties. Good telephone skills a must. Email resume to: submitresumes3@gmail.com

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SITUATION WANTED AIDE AVAILABLE: HOME HEALTH AIDE Kind, compassionate aide with 25+ yrs experience seeking FT /PT position on weekdays, weekends or overnight. References available. Call Liz 516-590-5338 AIDE/CARE GIVER: CARING, EFFICIENT, RELIABLE Available Mon-Fri live in to care for your sick or elderly loved one. Cooking, light housework, personal grooming, administer medications . 14 years experience. Just ended 7 years with previous patient. References available. Please Call 516-448-0502 ATTN: MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS! Sanford Brown graduate available to do your medical billing coding. Please call 516-384-0852

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT: Certified CNA. Loving, caring, honest, seeking position to care for your elderly loved ones at home, hospital or nursing home. Excellent references. Call 516-808-4956 CLEANING LADY AVAILABLE Cleans, organizes your home, office or garage. English speaking, honest, reliable. Excellent references. Own transportatio n. Animal friendly. Free estimates. Call 516225-8544 COMPANION/HOME HEALTH AIDE With 20 years experience in home care & nursing homes seeking position to care for the sick/elderly. Experience with Parkinsons, Alzheimers, Dementia, Stroke.

Licensed driver able to transport to appointments, etc. References available. English speaking. Please call 347-546-4133 ELDER CARE COMPANION: Mature woman with car available for shopping, errands, activities, cooking meals, doctor appointments, home organization. Trustworthy, reliable, compassionate, flexible.

Please call Neila Rosenberg 347387-6798

HOUSE/OFFICE CLEANING I clean houses and offices. I have affordable rates and great references.

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Available FT/PT. References available. Licensed driver w/vehicle.

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BABYSITTING: COLLEGE STUDENT Experienced babysitter available to work Mondays, Tuesdays & Fridays. Extensive experience in the Garden City area. Solid references.

Licensed driver with car. Call 516404-1045

HOME CARE AVAILABLE: Seeking FT or PT private duty home care /personal care position for the sick/ elderly. 10 years experience. References available. Call Beverly 516385-8545 or 516-838-9772

NANNY/ BABYSITTER Experienced Babysitter available FT/PT. Trustworthy, responsible, active, creative and fun! Child development background. Excellent references.

Licensed driver. Call Doris 516330-0230 or email: dorischris910@ gmail.com

CAREGIVER: Seeking a patient, experienced care provider to care for your elderly loved one? If so, please contact me. I would be happy to assist.Call Marva 917302-5482

HOME HEALTH AIDE CERTIFIED with 20 yrs. experience & excellent references. Available immediately full time live in or live out. Driver with own car. Call Georgia 516-4992089

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Advertising Sales Executive Blank Slate Media Blank Slate Media, a fast-growing chain of 6 award-winning weekly newspapers and website, is looking for an energetic, service-oriented professional with good communications skills to sell display, web and email advertising.

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We are looking for an enthusiastic and service-oriented sales professional with good communication skills.

Requirements: Minimum of 2 years outside sales experience.

Newspaper sales experience a plus. Must have your own car.

• Exclusive, protected territory • Opportunity to sell both print and online programs • A collegial, supportive sales team • Award-winning editorial coverage.

• A separate newspaper for each community allowing advertisers to target their markets.

And you to provide the most cost-effective way to advertise.

• Represent media that produce superior response for clients.

Compensation • Salary plus commission • Health insurance • Paid holidays • Sick days & holidays

To apply, e-mail your resume and cover letter to sblank@theislandnow.com or call Steve at 516.307-1045 x201 for more information.

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SITUATION WANTED OUTSTANDING HOME HEALTH AIDE/COMPANION CARE GIVER: Loving, caring and excellent caregiver for over 10 years of experience working with the elderly seeking FT/PT positions during the weekdays, weeknights and weekends. References available.

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Book early! Annmarie 516-775-4256

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Pleasant and courteous treatment.

In business over 54 years. Immediate payment. Immediate removal.

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PETS

PET SERVICES A GARDEN CITY ANIMAL LOVER doesn’t want to leave your precious pooch or fantastic feline alone all day. I’m reliable, dependable and will walk and feed your pet while you work or travel. Please call Cheryl at 516-505-9717

MYA’S K9 CAMP Full Service Pet Care Professional Dog Training Grooming Boarding Walking GC Resident 516-382-5553

AUTOMOTIVE

AUTO FOR SALE HONDA PILOT EX 2010: 4WD, 89,250 miles, good condition. $11,250. 516-263-0598

AUTOS WANTED

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APARTMENT FOR RENT GARDEN CITY BORDER APARTMENT: Spacious, bright 1 bedroom with dining area + outdoor balcony, gated parking, laundry, A/C, hardwood floors. NO BROKER FEE, near LIRR. $1,500 + electric. Available March 1. www.gcbapts.com or 516-742-1101 GARDEN CITY Three Large Rooms, 1 Bed, New EIK, Tiled Bath w/walk in Shower. Pet Friendly, Doorman $2,400 Top Floor 5 Rooms. 2 Bed, FDR, Owner Paying Full Broker’s Fee $2,800 Garden City Properties 516-746-1563 / 516-313-8504

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HOMES FOR SALE GARDEN CITY FOR SALE BY OWNER in the heart of Estate Section. near LIRR, 1 block from Garden City Country Club. EIK, fireplace.

Call for pricing and appointment. No Brokers. Call 516-509-1458

LOTS FOR SALE LENDER ORDERED SALE! Catskill Mtn Farm Land! 39 acres $84,900 (cash price). Incredible valley views, fields, woods, spring, stonewalls!

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SERVICE DIRECTORY

HOME IMPROVEMENTS AMBIANCE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES *Handyman & Remodeling *Kitchen Installations *Furniture Assembly *Finish Carpentry *Minor Electrical & Plumbing 23 year GC Resident Lic & Ins H18E2170000 Call BOB 516-7412154 LAMPS FIXED $65 In home service. Handy Howard. 646-996-7628

PAINTING & PAPERHANGING INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PAINTING Plastering, Taping, Sheetrock Skim Cutting, Old Wood Refinish Staining, Wallpaper Removal & Hanging, Paint Removal Power Washing, Wood Replacement JOHN MIGLIACCIO Licensed & Insured #80422100000 Call John anytime: 516-901-9398 (Cell) 516-483-3669 (Office) JV PAINT HANDYMAN SERVICES Interior-Exterior Specialist Painting, Wallpapering, Plastering, Spackling, Staining, Power Washing. Nassau Lic#H3814310000 fully Insured Call John 516-741-5378

SERVICES

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NEW YORK MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPISTS: Joan Atwood, Ph.D. An experienced therapist makes all the difference. Individual, couple, family therapy and anger management.

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LADIES & GENTLEMEN RELAX & ENJOY Your Next Party! Catering and Experienced Professional Services for Assisting with Preparation, Serving and Clean Up Before, During and After Your Party Bartenders Available. Call Kate at 516-248-1545

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Legal Notice NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Town of North Hempstead— Board of Zoning Appeals Pursuant to the provisions of the Code of the Town of North Hempstead, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Zoning Appeals of said Town will meet at Town Hall, 220 Plandome Road, Manhasset, New York, on Wednesday, February 15, 2017, to consider any matters that may properly be heard by said Board, and will hold a public hearing on said date to consider applications and appeals.

The following cases will be called at said public hearing starting at 10:00 a.m.

APPEAL #20304—Rachel Fener, variance 70-100.2.K to install a generator within a required side yard setback; S/ side 32 Roger Dr., 180’ W/of Francis Dr., Port Washington, Sec. 5, Blk. 160, Lot 16, R-C District.

APPEAL #20305—Joseph Owens, variances 70-50 & 70-101.B to construct a portico within a required front yard; N/side 135 Nugent St., 330.02’ W/of Haddon Rd., New Hyde Park, Sec. 8, Blk. 2, Lot 48, R-C District.

APPEAL #20306—Kathy Chan, variance 70-28 to construct a detached garage exceeding the permitted lot coverage; N/side 7 Independence Dr., 65.30’ E/of Executive Dr., Manhasset Hills, Sec. 8, Blk. 281, Lot 23, R-A District.

APPEAL #20307 David Walters, variances 70-50.C & 70-101.B to construct a portico within a required front yard; N/side #55 Coventry Ave., 100’ W/of Devon Rd., Albertson, Sec. 9, Blk. 95, Lot 45, R-C District.

APPEAL#20308 — David Seligman, variance 70-51 to maintain an awning in a required side yard setback; N/ side 83 Cedar Rd., 404.53’ W/ of Cantiague Ln., Westbury, Sec. 11, Blk. 419, Lot 20, R-C District.

APPEAL #20309 492 Grand Blvd. Owner, LLC, variances 70-103.A & 70-192.B to maintain a loading dock at a ware-

house with insufficient offstreet parking and insufficient rear yard setback; NE/Cor./of #492 Grand Blvd. & Grand St., Westbury, Sec. 11, Blk. 69, Lot 21, I-B District.

All interested persons should appear and will be given an opportunity to be heard at such meeting and/or hearing.

DAVID MAMMINA, R.A., Chairman; Board of Zoning Appeals NHP #145092 1x 02/03 /2017 #145092

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT: NASSAU COUNTY. HUDSON CITY SAVINGS BANK, Pltf. vs. ROXANN RAMOS, et al, Defts. Index #012735/13.

Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered Dec. 14, 2016, I will sell at public auction on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. in the Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom of the Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Dr., Mineola, NY prem. k/a 276 Bedford Avenue, New Hyde Park, NY a/k/a Section 33, Block 174, Lot 37. Said property beginning at a point on the southerly side of Bedford Avenue, distant 361.82 ft. easterly from the corner formed by the intersection of the said southerly side of Bedford Ave. with the easterly side of Armstrong Road as said avenue and road are laid down on the “of Mineola West, situate in the Town of North Hempstead, Nassau County, State of New York, surveyed by S. B. Bowne, Engineer”and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on June 16, 1925, as Map No. 562, being a plot 100 ft. x 29.09 ft. Approx. amt. of judgment is $344,986.29 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. RAYMOND NARDO, Referee. COHN & ROTH, Attys. For Pltf., 100 East Old County Rd., Mineola, NY. #90597 NHP #144976 4x 01/20, 01/27, 02/03, 02/10 /2017 #144976

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for WAMU Mortgage PassThrough Certificates Series 2003-S4, Plaintiff AGAINST Paul J. Vierengel a/k/a Paul Vierengel; Annemarie J. Vierengel a/k/a Annemarie Vierengel; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly dated October 13, 2016 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction in the Calendar Control Part (CCP) 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, New York, 11501 on March 7, 2017 at 11:30AM, premises known as 58 Huntington Road, Garden City, NY 11530. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Village of Garden City, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of NY, Section: 34 Block: 15 Lot: 198. Approximate amount of judgment $461,965.00 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 13-000257.

Massimo A. Santoli, Esq., Referee Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 759-1835 Dated: December 28, 2016 NHP #145095 4x 02/03, 02/10, 02/17, 02/24 /2017 #145095

PUBLIC NOTICE OF COUNTY TREASURER’S SALE OF TAX LIENS ON REAL ESTATE Notice is hereby given that I shall on the 21st day of February, 2017 through the 24th day of February, 2017, beginning at 10:00 o’clock in the morning each day, in the Legislative Chambers, First Floor, Theodore Roosevelt Executive and Legislative Building, 1550 Franklin Avenue, Mineola, New York, sell at public auction the tax liens on certain real estate, unless the owner, mortgagee, occupant of or any other party

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in interest in such real estate shall have paid to the County Treasurer by February 17th, 2017 the total amount of such unpaid taxes or assessments with the interest, penalties and other expenses and charges against the property.

Such tax liens will be sold at the lowest rate of interest, not exceeding 10 percent per six month period, for which any person or persons shall offer to take the total amount of such unpaid taxes as defined in Section 5-37.0 of the Nassau County Administrative Code.

Effective with the February, 2017 lien sale Ordinance No. 175-2015 requires a $125.00 per day registration fee for each person who intends to bid at the tax lien sale. Ordinance No. 175-2015 also requires that upon the issuance of the Lien Certificate there is due from the lien buyer a Tax Certificate Issue Fee of $20.00 per lien purchased.

A list of all real estate in Nassau County on which tax liens are to be sold is available at the website of the Nassau County Treasurer at http: / / www.nassaucountyny. gov / DocumentCenter / View / 17674 A list of local properties upon which tax liens are to be sold will be advertised in this publication on or before February 16th, 2017.

Nassau County does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission to or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, programs, or activities. Upon request, accommodations such as those required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in all services, programs, activities and public hearings and events conducted by the Treasurer’s Office.

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Dated: January 2017 THE NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER Mineola, New York TERMS OF SALE Such tax liens shall be sold subject to any and all superior tax liens of sovereignties and other municipalities and to all claims of record which the County may have thereon and subject to the provisions of the Federal and State Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Civil Relief Acts.

However, such tax liens shall have priority over the County’s Differential Interest Lien, representing the excess, if any, of

the interest and penalty borne at the maximum rate over the interest and penalty borne at the rate at which the lien is purchased.

The Purchaser acknowledges that the tax lien(s) sold pursuant to these Terms of Sale may be subject to pending bankruptcy proceedings and/or may become subject to such proceedings which may be commenced during the period in which a tax lien is held by a successful bidder or the assignee of same, which may modify a Purchaser’s rights with respect to the lien(s) and the property securing same. Such bankruptcy proceedings shall not affect the validity of the tax lien. In addition to being subject to pending bankruptcy proceedings and/or the Federal and State Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Civil Relief Acts, said purchaser’s right of foreclosure may be affected by the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act(FIRREA),12 U.S.C. ss 1811 et.seq., with regard to real property under Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation(FDIC) receivership.

The County Treasurer reserves the right, without further notice and at any time, to withdraw from sale any of the parcels of land or premises herein listed.

The Nassau County Treasurer reserves the right to intervene in any bankruptcy case/litigation where the property affected by the tax liens sold by the Treasurer is part of the bankruptcy estate. However, it is the sole responsibility of all tax lien purchasers to protect their legal interests in any bankruptcy case affecting their purchased tax lien, including but not limited to the filing of a proof of claim on their behalf, covering their investment in said tax lien. The Nassau County Treasurer and Nassau County and its agencies, assumes no responsibility for any legal representation of any tax lien purchaser in any legal proceeding including but not limited to a bankruptcy case where the purchased tax lien is at risk.

The rate of interest and penalty at which any person purchases the tax lien shall be established by his bid. Each purchaser, immediately after the sale thereof, shall pay to the County Treasurer ten per cent of the amount for which the tax liens have been sold and the remaining ninety per cent within thirty days after such sale. If the purchaser at the tax sale shall fail to pay the remaining ninety per cent within ten days after he has been notified by the County Treasurer that the certificates of sale are ready for delivery, then all amounts deposited with the County Treasurer including but

not limited to the ten per cent theretofore paid by him shall, without further notice or demand, be irrevocably forfeited by the purchaser and shall be retained by the County Treasurer as liquidated damages and the agreement to purchase shall be of no further effect.

Time is of the essence in this sale. This sale is held pursuant to the Nassau County Administrative Code and interested parties are referred to such Code for additional information as to terms of the sale, rights of purchasers, maximum rates of interest and other legal incidents of the sale.

THE NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER Dated: January 2017 Mineola, New York NHP #145045 2x 02/03, 02/10/2017 #145045

REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU VENTURES TRUST 2013-I-HR BY MCM CAPITAL PARTNERS LLC, ITS TRUSTEE, Plaintiff against SHOEB HOWLADER, et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on April 19, 2016. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction, at CCP (Calendar Control Part Courtroom) in the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 on the 28th Day of February, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York.

Premises known as 20 Dail Street, New Hyde Park, NY 11040.

(Section: 9, Block: 81, Lot: 20) Approximate amount of lien $561,791.90 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale.

Index No. 010605/12.

Janine Tara Lynam, Esq., Referee.

Davidson Fink LLP Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 28 East Main Street, Suite 1700 Rochester, NY 14614-1990 Tel. 585/760-8218 Dated: December 14, 2016 NHP #145022 4x 01/27, 02/03, 02/10, 02/17 /2017 #145022

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Sports Port Vikings pillage Hicksville by 20

BY G R E G ORY GIACONELLI The Port Washington Vikings defeated the Hicksville Comets 56-36 on Saturday afternoon, led by Jake Block and Xavier Merriweather, who combined for 27 points.

Connor McPartland and Steven Pavlak led Hicksville with 15 and 12 points respectively.

Pt. Washington 56 Hicksville 36 This win improves Port Washington’s record to 10-6 overall and 5-4 in the Nassau AA-II Conference.

Port Washington head coach Sean Dooley said their defensive effort allowed them to seek redemption after dropping their previous meeting with Hicksville 52-38 on Jan. 4.

“The win was big because they beat us the first time,” Dooley said. “Now we have a split and it helps us with the tiebreaker, which now puts us in a good spot. We’re third in our conference right behind Baldwin and Westbury.”

In the first quarter, Hicksville led Port Washington 10-8, as Pavlak led the way with five points.

Port Washington outscored Hicksville 9-2 in the second quarter and took a five point lead into halftime.

Block paced Port Washington’s offense with five point in the

quarter as he hit three shots from two point range and went 3-4 on the line.

Block, who compiled nine points in the first half, said his play on both sides of the ball contributed to his strong performance on the floor. He added containing McPartland and Pavlak allowed them to pick up the victory. “ I tried to push the ball, look for my teammates and found my shots though the flow of the offense,” Block said. “Defensively, I just tried to stay in front and not get into foul trouble. We wanted to shut down McPartland and Pavlak and we did a pretty good job of that.”

In the third quarter, Port Washington had the advantage 20-15 and led 37-27 heading into the final quarter.

Adam Mizrahi led Port Washington with eight points while McPartland led Hicksville with seven.

Port Washington outscored Hicksville 19-9 in the final quarter and went on to win 56-36.

Merriweather paced Port Washington’s attack with six points in the fourth quarter. He finished with 11 points, all coming in the second half.

Block finished with seven points in the second half and led with 16 in total for Port Washington.

For Hicksville, McPartland posted five points in the fourth quarter and accumulated 12 in the second half. He finished the game with a team leading 15 points.

Dooley said their focus for the remainder of the season is fighting for home field advantage in the

Port Washington sophomore Tyler Stephenson-Moore (no.11) playoffs and remains confident about the team’s play.

“We’re a couple of games behind Baldwin and Westbury and it might be tough against them,” Dooley said. “I like the way we are heading and how we’re playing so far.”

Weekly Boys Basketball Scores Thursday, Jan. 26 Friends Academy defeated Mineola 45-29. Trayvon Alexander and Maclain Pascucci led Friends Academy with 18 and 11 points respectively. John McMahon and Manny Martins led Mineola as they combined for 19 points.

Friday, Jan. 27 Sewanhaka defeated Carey 57-41. Jaydan Boyd led Sewanhaka with 21 points, seven rebounds and five steals. Marcus Johnson recorded 11 points and 10 rebounds, while Giovanni Brice posted 11 points.

Roslyn defeated New Hyde Park 58-53. Jonah Tener led

Roslyn with 11 points and 17 rebounds while Jared Cohen recorded 18 points. Nick Anthony led New Hyde Park with 20 points while Chris Castor scored 14 points.

Herricks defeated Long Beach 54-43. Jordan Idaspe led Herricks with 23 points, four assists and went 8-for-8 from the foul line during a 23-12 fourth quarter. Andrew Imperatore collected 12 points and nine assists while Sarbjit Ladhar compiled four points and eight rebounds for Herricks.

Great Neck North defeated Jericho 55-52. Roger Hyman, who recorded nine points and 11 rebounds, made a putback with 11 seconds left to give Great Neck North a one-point lead. Julien Hakimian and Daniel Sharifian, who led Great Neck North with 20 and 11 points respectively, each made clutch free throws in the closing seconds.

Kellenberg defeated St. Mary’s 74-48. Michael Geisweller led Kellenberg with 45 points, six

assists and six rebounds. He set the school record for points in a single game. Geisweller, who made 13 two-pointers, a pair of three-pointers and 13 free throws, recorded 33 of his points in the second half. Liam Kunkel and Justin Brown led St. Mary’s with 15 and 12 points respectively.

Chaminade defeated St John the Baptist 95-48. Kyle Murphy led Chaminade with 16 points and six rebounds. Bobby Connors added 12 points, while Liam Drennan recorded 11 points and seven rebounds as Chaminade led 53-16 at the half.

Saturday, Jan. 28 Great Neck South defeated MacArthur 58-42. Caleb Ponce led Great Neck South with 13 points. Sheldon Henry collected 12 points and five assists while Liam Blicher shipped in with 13 rebounds for Great Neck South.

Calhoun defeated Manhasset 69-63. Patrick Gardner led Calhoun by scoring 13 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter. Peter Conlan led Manhasset with 25 points.

Oyster Bay defeated Wheatley 54-40. Anthony Reilly led Oyster Bay with 16 points, nine rebounds and six assists. Elia DeBlasio posted 15 points while Devon Marmorale scored 11 of his 14 points in the third quarter for Oyster Bay. Peter Littman led Wheatley with 13 points.

Floral Park defeated Lawrence 50-40. Frank Phelan led Floral Park with 15 points. Matt Jounakos recorded 11 points while T.J. Cluess added seven points for Floral Park.

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Lady Gladiators leash Roslyn Bulldogs

BY G R E G ORY GIACONELLI The New Hyde Park Lady Gladiators defeated the Roslyn Lady Bulldogs 51-35 on Friday afternoon, led by Joanna Mauceri, who had 13 points, six rebounds and five assists. Christina Suresh added six points and blocked 11 shots, while Hannah Arkin recorded nine points and four assists for New Hyde Park.

Samantha Busch led Roslyn with 12 points.

New Hyde Park 51 Roslyn 35 New Hyde Park head coach Ron Pickett said it was great to pick up the win as they jumped out to a big lead in the first half due to their strong transition game.

“It was good because we got out ahead and played good pressured defense, which led to easy layups on the offensive side,” Pickett said. “For us, that’s what we wanted to do. We did that well in the first half and we picked it up even more in the second half.”

Roslyn head coach Noreen Naughton said the team couldn’t overcome a tough first half and will look to rebound for their next outing.

“I think it was a little hard for the girls to get into a groove,” Naughton said. “The first half was a very slow start but we came out with energy in the second half. Unfortunately, we didn’t have the same energy in the first half that we did in the second half. By then, it was too late.”

New Hyde Park had the edge in a low scoring first quar-

Roslyn’s Samantha Busch (no. 13) ter, 8-7. Suresh led New Hyde Park in the opening quarter with four points.

Busch, Emily Cohen, Laura Cardillo and Kendall Reichbach paced Roslyn’s offense in the first quarter.

In the second quarter, New Hyde Park outscored Roslyn 14-2 and took a commanding 22-9 lead into halftime.

Aliana Moreno led New Hyde Park with six points in the first half, where all her points were scored in the second quarter. Moreno hit two field goals and went 2-6 on the line.

New Hyde Park outscored Roslyn 20-13 in the third quarter and had a twenty point lead going into the final quarter.

Mauceri led the way for the New Hyde Park by recording eight points in the third quarter.

Mauceri said heading into the second half, they needed to keep playing with intensity on defense and continue their tenacious transition game to nail down the victory.

“Coach Pickett told us don’t play down and keep it up on defense,” Mauceri said. “I thought

my game today was pretty good.

I had to distribute the ball and score on those layups and that’s what got us the win.”

Busch led Roslyn with 10 points in the third quarter and finished with 12 overall.

Busch said it was difficult for their offense to match up with New Hyde Park’s stout defense.

“It was tough against their defense,” Busch said. “Not having the wings and being unable to pass inside was definitely a big factor. I think also pushing up the ball and fast breaks really hurt us and we didn’t have a lot of those today.”

In the fourth quarter, Roslyn outscored New Hyde Park 13-9 but it wasn’t enough as New Hyde Park went on to win 5135.

Arkin led New Hyde Park with five points in the final quarter and tallied nine overall.

Weekly Girls Basketball Scores Thursday, Jan. 26 Mineola defeated Friends Academy 48-22. Meaghan Mc-

Caffrey led Mineola with 25 points while Victoria Venus collected 13 points and seven steals.

Friday, Jan. 27 St. Mary’s defeated Kellenberg 60-37. Kadaja Bailey led St. Mary’s with 26 points and 12 rebounds while Daijah Martin recorded 13 points and 11 rebounds.

Sewanhaka defeated Carey 61-30. Carly Bolivar led Sewanhaka with 14 points, six rebounds and three assists.

Flo Hunte posted 12 points and three assists while Destiny Hurt added 11 points, four assists and four rebounds for Sewanhaka. New addition Akyra Ingram scored seven points for Sewanhaka.

Calhoun defeated Manhasset 65-58. Honora Campbell led Calhoun with 22 points, eight rebounds and three assist. She hit a three point shot from the top of the key with two seconds remaining in regulation to send the game to overtime. Campbell also hit a jump shot from the right side to seal the win in overtime. Leah Ritterband and

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New Hyde Park Joanna Mauceri (no. 13)

Emma LoPinto led Manhasset with 17 and 14 points respectively.

Jericho defeated Great Neck North 55-39. Eighth grader Jade Stoler led Jericho with 23 points while Raya Skopicki recorded 12 points. Abigail Rabbany and Caroline O’Byrne led Great Neck North as they combined for 26 points.

Saturday, Jan. 28 Long Beach defeated Herricks 39-30. Siobhan Rafferty led Long Beach with 16 points while Katie Whelan posted 15 points. Alannah O’Shea led Herricks with 18 points.

MacArthur defeated Great Neck South 35-31. Angeline Klein led MacArthur with 16 points and sank a three-pointer with 31 seconds left to break a 31-31 tie. Amanda Peluso recorded seven points and 13 rebounds for MacArthur. Jordanna Ovadia and Madison Solomon led Great Neck South with 12 and eight points respectively.

Hicksville defeated Port Washington 73-47. Julia Bentrewicz led Hicksville with 31 points, six assists and five rebounds while Ijah Fletcher posted 24 points, 16 rebounds and four blocks. Sophie Gindi led Port Washington with 12 points.

Oyster Bay defeated Wheatley 71-61. Gianna Gotti led Oyster Bay with 35 points, including 15 in the first quarter.

Catherine Kelly recorded 12 points while Gabriela Treble had 11 points and four steals for Oyster Bay. Allison Lamonica and Sam Rothstein led Wheatley with 23 and 15 points respectively.

Floral Park defeated Lawrence 49-35. Marykate Guerriero led Floral Park with 27 points and five assists while Natalie Hickman posted six points, 15 rebounds and four assists.

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Schreiber wrestler hits milestone Port senior Michael Nahas nets 100th victory, gets into University of Miami

BY G R E G ORY GIACONELLI Port Washington senior wrestler Michael Nahas scored his 100th career win and became the fourth wrestler in program history to accomplish this milestone.

Nahas said it is impressive to have 100 wins under his belt and is looking to continue his success as he gears up for the postseason.

“Hitting 100 career wins was a huge milestone for me,” Nahas said. “It’s crazy to think that it has been done only three other times in the history of Port Wrestling. Although it was awesome hitting 100 wins, I have to stay on track to do as well as I possibly can in the postseason.”

The two time captain said his life has always been around the sport as his career began when he trained in the Port Washington Youth Activities wrestling program.

According to Nahas, the person who inspires him every day is his father, who got him into wrestling.

“He is the reason I started wrestling so early” Nahas said. “He put me into the PYA program and became a coach.

He also wrestled in junior high and high school.”

To date, Nahas is one of the growing number of underclassmen to earn All-Conference and All-County honors and is a previous Nassau Conference Champion, according to Port Washington head coach Anthony Schettino.

Currently, Nahas is 20-2 in the regular season and is the third ranked wrestler in Nassau County.

He also won two tournaments and recently placed second in the prestigious Ed Solosky Memorial tournament, where he lost a tight match to a top ranked wrestler from Suffolk County. Nahas also had the most pins in the least time in the Hank Paris tournament.

Nahas said wrestling is the hardest sport out there and requires lots of

time, energy and preparation.

“The coaches push us to be our very best, and myself along with the other captains make sure no one is slacking off,” Nahas said. “Wrestling is a sport where you are only going to be as good as the amount of time you put into it.”

After winning his 100th career match, Nahas got accepted into his dream school, the University of Miami.

He said when he first visited the school, it was everything he was looking for in a college. Although he won’t continue his wrestling career after Schreiber, Nahas said he will miss the sport very much.

Nahas said as a wrestler, he wants people to know how much time he devoted to the game as his high school tenure is nearing its end. He wrestles year round and also attends the Ascend Wrestling Club in the off-season.

“During this long winter season, I try to stay focused 24/7,” Nahas said.

“With such little time left, it’s scary to think my high school wrestling career is almost over. I have to push myself these next couple of weeks and go out with a bang.”

Schettino said Nahas is an integral piece to the team and a hard worker who the younger wrestlers can aspire to learn from.

“Probably even more important to his coaches and teammates, Michael has been a great leader and role model while serving as captain,” Schettino said. “His work ethic, drive, responsibility and dedication have been outstanding. The coaches look forward to Michael passing down these outstanding traits to the younger athletes ready and waiting to fill the varsity line-up when their turn comes around.”

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Billie Jean King shares lessons at LIU “I like the feminist ideals she stands for…she’s a great role model for young girls,” Bowne said. After King’s discussion, Bowne said she “was surprised by how vital she was to the forming of the WTA.” Sophomore LIU Post tennis player and forensics and psychology major Shanice Arthur was also excited to listen to Billie Jean King.

“I didn’t know she was that involved in equal rights for everyone,” Arthur said. “It’s kind of incredible how she spends her own time to make sure that everyone is treated equally,” she said.

BY A L E C M AT U S Z A K Former tennis superstar and known feminist Billie Jean King spoke about her historic tennis career, among other topics, at the Tilles Center on the LIU Post campus on Thursday, Jan. 26. The Hillwood Recital Hall in the Tilles Center was full of sports fans and admirers of King at 7:30 p.m., waiting for the sports star to walk on stage and address the crowd.

As early as age 12, King told the audience that she said to her mother, “Mom, I’m going to be the best player in the world.”

This goal may have seen farfetched at the time, considering King didn’t even know what tennis was until she was introduced to the sport by fellow tennis player Susan Williams.

“Do you play tennis?” Williams asked King. “What’s tennis?” King replied. It was from that moment that King knew what she wanted to dedicate her life to. After her first time on the court, she knew she loved the game.

But, more than the actual game of tennis mattered to King. As she realized her potential, she also understood that she could be the catalyst to incite social change through her sport. “Everyone who plays is white,” she would say to herself, noticing commonalities in the athletes. “I was one of the lucky ones and I knew it,” King said.

She understood that she could play a big role in advancing women’s tennis, and she promised herself that she would “stay committed to fighting for equal rights for men and women.”

The rights that King fought for throughout her career were not guaranteed rights, although many athletes take them for granted for today.

In a 1968 ruling, the British Lawn Tennis Association decided that both professionals and amateurs could play for prize money. Most would think this was a win for feminism and equality but that couldn’t be further from the truth, especially when

gender plays a major role in the money one can bring in from a win.

When she won her first event after the new rules were implemented, King was only awarded 750 British pounds, significantly less than the 2,500 pounds that her male counterparts received.

One of the most notable obstacles that King and other female competitors faced throughout their careers is the right to compete in their own tournament.

For years, the men went on their own tours, but women’s tennis was only then gaining popularity. King knew that in order for her wishes to be fulfilled, she needed to use all of the leverage that she and her fellow players had.

After gathering all of the top female players in a hotel room, they signed their first major sponsorship deal from cigarette company Phillip Morris.

Despite not endorsing cigarette smoking herself, she and the other athletes accepted what is now known as the “$1 deal.”

With an endorser on board and several of the top players on her side, King then formed the Women’s Tennis Association, which drastically changed the landscape of women’s tennis. “The women got all of the

attention in 1973,” King said.

One of the most memorable moments of King’s career was defeating Bobby Riggs.

Riggs was a decorated tennis player and the best player in the world in 1946 and 1947.

The tennis match between King and Riggs was dubbed the “Battle of the Sexes.”

King’s victory was a defining moment for female athletes all across the globe, trying to fight the stigma that women’s sports were a lesser version of men’s sports.

Defeating Riggs in September 1973 put everyone on notice that the women were here to play, too.

King and the other women athletes helped prove that they could be the star of the show too, with legions of fans cheering on both the male and female competitors.

King joked that she had to beat Riggs because she “respected him.”

Senior LIU Post arts management major Michaella Bowne, who is also an employee of the Tilles Center, attended the conversation with Billie Jean King.

Browne was anxious to hear King speak because she looks up to King for being a “groundbreaking woman in tennis” and other aspects of life.

This article was originally published in the Pioneer, the award-winning student newspaper of LIU Post, www.liupostpioneer.com, and is republished here by Blank Slate Media with the permission of the Pioneer.

LIU lacrosse squad preps for season

BY S H E L BY TOW N S E N D The LIU Post men’s lacrosse team’s spring season is quickly approaching, with the first two preseason games scheduled for Feb. 3 and 6 in St. Leo and Lackland, Fla. Coach John Jez is entering his 11th season as head coach of the Pioneers.

His team is ranked seventh in the U.S. Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association’s preseason poll for division II lacrosse teams.

This year’s defense consists of many returning starters, including four All Conference defensemen, but the offense is very young which with about 14 new faces, which Jez describes as “new territory.”

“There are a lot of young guys and new faces compared to last year, but that’s not a bad thing,” senior middle Nick Zebouni explained. “They bring a great energy every

day and are fitting into our system nicely.”

Coach Jez hopes that the veterans on the team will take the hard work and success from last season and teach the new players “what’s needed to play for a conference championship.”

Junior middle Kris Alvarado is one of those returning who has been helping integrate the newcomers into the team.

“We try to keep the morale high with the younger guys and keep their confidence up so they can play to their full potential,” he said. Alvarado said that many of the younger players are “beginning to find their grove” and gain more confidence as the first games of the season approach.

The players cut their holiday break a little short, and returned to campus on January 10 to start training.

The first week of regular season competition is shaping up to be a challenging

one as the Pioneers open on Feb. 18 by hosting third ranked Merrimack, the team that was responsible for two of their four losses last year.

That game will be immediately followed by a tough match against eighth ranked Adelphi on Feb. 25. With six nationally ranked teams in the East Coast Conference, the Pioneers will have a very challenging schedule.

“It’s not an easy schedule but that’s what you need to make the conference tournament,” Coach Jez said. The Pioneers have won the last three East Coast Conference Championships and hope to keep that streak alive this year.

Their upcoming trip to Florida could be just what they need to kick off a successful season. The Pioneers will face Saint Leo University and Florida Southern College, two teams that are both ranked each

year and play in very strong conferences as well.

“It’ll be nice to get out of the cold and play two games without dealing with the elements and just focusing on our play on the field, “Jez explained.

“Our little goals [throughout the season] are just to get better every day and set a foundation for the future with this group and continue the success of this program,” Jez said.

The Pioneers will return to Bethpage Federal Credit Union Stadium in Brookville on Feb. 18 with a home opener against the Merrimack Warriors at 12 p.m.

This article was originally published in the Pioneer, the award-winning student newspaper of LIU Post, www.liupostpioneer. com, and is republished here by Blank Slate Media with the permission of the Pioneer.

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Swimmers win 13 races, beat Kutztown

BY T H O M A S A S B AT Y The LIU Post women’s swim team squared off against Kutztown University at LIU Post’s Pratt Recreational Center Saturday, Jan. 28.

The team won its last home match of the 2016-2017 season with ease, beating Kutztown 126-115. The Pioneers won 13 of 14 races , advancing their record to 3-4 this season.

Sophomore Karis Fuller stole the show, beating her own personal record and Pioneer record in the 1,650-yard freestyle.

Fuller swam the 66 laps in just 17:20.04, besting her previous record of 17:22.63. “It feels great and pretty sweet to have broke[n] it,” Fuller said after the race.

When asked how Fuller prepares for such a long and tiring race she answered, “It’s the coaching staff, making me hit my times in practice and making me push myself. Her regiment is different from some sprinters; she doesn’t do as many explosive workouts, but more long-term exercises such as power cleans.

Junior Laura Bendfeldt and sophomore Catilin Johnstone finished first in their races. Bendfeldt won the 100yard freestyle and the 100-yard backstroke, coming in at 52.16 and 1:07.92.

Johnstone finished first in both the 50yard freestyle, coming in at 24.92, and the 200-yard breaststroke at 2:26.59.

Sophomore Eline Swenson finished first in the 500-yard freestyle, coming in at 5:23.18. Swenson also finished the 1,650-yard freestyle in second place, coming in at 18:21.08. Sophomore Elin Kvanemar came in first in the 100-yard backstroke at 59.69 and finished second in the 200-yard backstroke at 2:08.41.

Freshman Tove Sparman swam the 200-yard freestyle in 1:54.72 to place first, and finished second in the 100free coming in at 52.93. In the 200yard individual medley, junior Jacqueline Tonn took first place with a 2:16.27 time. Tonn placed second in the 200yard backstroke and 100-yard, coming in at 2:28.94 and 1:08.71.

Freshman Cassie St. Angelo won the 100-yard butterfly at 1:02.27 and placed third in the 200-yard backstroke at 2:18.52. Freshmen Jessica Argelander came in second in the 50-yard free at 26.56.

In the relay events, the team of Bendfeldt, Johnstone, Sparrman and sophomore Brianna LiCausi, who came in third in the 100-yard freestyle at 53.54, wasfirst in the 200-yard medley relay at 1:46.92.

In the 200-yard freestyle relay, the team of Sparrman, St. Angelo, Arge-

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lander and freshmen Elizabeth Law finished first with a time of 1:48.81.

“Very excellent job, very proud for our last home match of the year,” said head coach Michaell Travers about his team’s performance Saturday.

The Pioneers look to defend their four year championship run at the metropolitan conference at Rutgers University on Feb. 17 through Feb. 19. Travers said he is “very confident in defending our title based on the whole year we

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First, Travers will take his team into Manhattan to swim in the New York University Invitational at the Palladium Athletic Facility on Feb. 3 and 4.

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