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Vol. 65, No. 10

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herricks alum ajah dies at 25

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Candidates divided by development 2 Mineola slates clash at forum

By N o a h M a n s k a r

PHOTO BY noah manskar

Incumbent Deputy Mayor Paul Pereira and former Trustee and Mayor Larry Werther are among four candidates running for two trustee seats in the Village of Mineola.

Mineola’s four Village Board candidates agreed on several issues in a debate Monday night, but the question of whether residential development has helped or hurt the village continued to be a major point of contention.

As they have in recent weeks, John Colbert and Larry Werther, both former trustees and mayors, argued residential development has added a burden with little benefit, particularly when it comes to tax payments.

While developers get tax breaks, they said, young hom-

eowners and seniors have gotten minimal tax relief.

“It sounds like we have an obligation to people who live outside the village,” said Werther, running on the My Home Party line. “The people who sit on the board have one obligation, and that’s to the folks who currently live (in) the village, not future residents.”

Incumbent Trustee Paul Cusato and Deputy Mayor Paul Pereira continued to defend the projects the village has approved.

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E.W. ed board eyes program growth B y N o a h M a n s k a r ademic programs and upgrading mitment that we made to this the district’s allowable increase increase in state aid this year

its facilities, administrators said With a proposed budget in- Thursday.

“The words that caught my crease of more than $1 million, the East Williston school district attention were expand, expand, is set to continue growing its ac- expand, and I think that’s a com-

community,” school board President Mark Kamberg said during the first of five district budget presentations.

The proposed $57.7 million 2016-17 budget is 1.83 percent larger than this year’s, and the $53.3 million tax levy shows a 0.35-percent year-to-year increase.

Those hikes were below

limit of 2.34 percent for the overall budget and 0.89 percent for the tax levy, Assistant Superintendent for Business Jacqueline Pirro said.

East Williston’s non-tax revenue is set for a 28-percent increase, from $2,997,414 to $3,847,206.

The bulk of that is state aid, Pirro said. The district got an

and was also able to apply state money it received last year but didn’t budget.

“We’re recognizing, really, two years of anticipated increases in the state aid model, which is very beneficial in keeping a low tax levy and being able to support our programs,” Pirro said.

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Generation gap seen Herricks eyes no in merger discussions tax hike in budget 3 Portuguese groups weigh impact of unification

Celano says balance required

By N o a h M a n s k a r

By M at t G r e c h

A Feb. 26 public hearing revealed a generational divide within Mineola’s three Portuguese groups on the question of whether they should merge, two of their leaders said.

Younger members favor unifying the Mineola Portuguese Center, the Portuguese Heritage Society and the Alheirense Cultural Center and building a larger facility to attract youth and keep Portuguese culture alive, they said.

Older members, on the other hand, wonder whether a merger is financially feasible and whether the community would ultimately divide again, said Lucia Cunha, president of the Portuguese Heritage Society.

“I have the feeling that they’re going to agree at the end, but it’s going to take a while,” Mineola Portuguese Center President Frank Teixeira said.

The hearing, conducted mostly in Portuguese at the Mineola Portuguese Center on Jericho Turnpike, drew more than 100 people in the first step toward what could be a long merger process for the groups.

The clubs’ leaders called the hearing to gather feedback about a merger after formulating the idea in the fall, Cunha said.

It featured a presentation from Ray Boa and Jorge Sousa of the Portuguese Cultural Center in Danbury, Conn., which was formed in 2001 from the merger of the Portuguese American Club and Sons of Portugal Club there.

Combining the groups took three years of negotiations, Boa said, but resulted in a new $5 million, 42,000-square-foot facility and saved Sons of Portugal from shutting down.

Teixeira said Mineola’s groups may not be able to create

If more state funding comes through in April, the Herricks school district may not have to increase its tax levy, district administrators said Feb. 25.

But some school board members disagreed on whether that would be the most prudent financial decision.

“It’s all about finding the right balance, that’s the challenge,” district Superintendent Fino Celano said. “We want to be efficient, but also want to respect the fact that our property owners want the most for their money.”

The board said when drafting the budget, they took into account the fact that property taxes from Herricks’ homeowners are the major source of revenue for the district’s budget.

During a presentation last Thursday, Assistant Superintendent for Business Helen Costigan outlined the district’s alternative revenue sources including 10 percent of the total budget from state aid, interest on contractual investments, the district’s summer program and Herricks Community Center rental fees.

Minor revenue also comes from other sources, such as out-of-district

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Village of Mineola Deputy Mayor Paul Pereira addresses the crowd in Portuguese during the Feb. 26 hearing at the Mineola Portuguese Center. a facility as large as Danbury’s, but the headquarters proposed under the merger could include a gym, ballroom, library, classrooms, study space, museum and coffee shop, as reported in December.

Some proponents said such a facility would keep youth interested in Portuguese culture and encourage their involvement in the community.

Without one, said Jamie Silva of the Mineola Portuguese Center, the clubs could risk dying out. “(C)reating something like this, a library where they can go and learn about the history, a place where they can enjoy what you have all brought to this country, that’s what you need to start thinking about and really

start focusing on,” Silva said.

Opponents of the plan questioned whether a merger would be financially feasible for the three groups, said Cunha, who was recently sworn in as the Portuguese Heritage Society’s first female president.

Some at the hearing asked questions about trouble the Portuguese Cultural Center, a 501(c)3 non-profit entity, encountered in its beginning and how it’s financially structured.

Another concern was the possibility of members becoming unhappy with how a unified group was run and forming their own groups, which was how the Portuguese Heritage Society was formed, Cunha said.

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students.

With only a 0.12-percent tax levy increase, Celano said, the board feels “as if this proposed budget does strike that balance between the students and the communities’ finances.”

He said the district is waiting for an updated state budget that is due April 1 to see if a possible increase to state aid will come. This could allow the district to increase its tax levy even less, he said.

“I think we’re presented with a unique opportunity to put forth to the voters a zero-increase budget,” school board Trustee James Gounaris said. “It’s the residents’ money.

If we can find $120,000 someplace to make it zero, I think we should do that and give the residents the break that they deserve while we can. We may never, ever be able to do it again.”

School board President Nancy Feinstein said while she agreed a zero-increase budget would a nice idea, “we don’t really know what’s coming. Just from the experience that I’ve had on the board, I think everything we have done has prepared us to be in this good position.”

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Herricks alum Anijah Ajah, 25, dies Manhasset Hills native succumbs during asthma attack on first day at new job

By N o a h Manskar

Herricks High School alumnus Anijah “AJ” Ajah died of an asthma attack Feb. 24. He was 25.

His father, Dr. Ofem Ajah of Manhasset Hills, said his son was a hard worker and sociable friend who “was ready to do anything for anybody.”

“He helped me out when I needed a person most, even more than my family, and I can seriously say he was my hero, not just my best friend,” said Steven Montoya, one of Ajah’s closest friends and a fellow Herricks alumnus.

The asthma attack came during Ajah’s first day in a new job at a Bellmore Dunkin’ Donuts, according to Montoya and Dr. Ajah.

A friend and co-worker drove Ajah to Dunkin’ Donuts and was planning to drive him to a hospital

when the attack started around 10 p.m.; but he collapsed and the friend called 911, Dr. Ajah said.

Despite emergency workers’ efforts to revive him, Ajah was dead by the time he arrived at Nassau University Hospital in East Meadow, his father said.

“Obviously I was totally devastated,” said Dr. Ajah, a gastroenterologist at New York Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn.

Diagnosed with asthma at age 2, Ajah had a sensitivity to detergents and other chemicals, his father said.

He was washing dishes at Dunkin’ Donuts, and the fumes from the detergent may have triggered the attack, Dr. Ajah said.

Earlier that day, Anijah Ajah was “in good spirits,” his father said, telling a family visitor from Nigeria he was excited to start the new job.

Ajah, “a workaholic,” was always trying to gain

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Herricks High School alumnus Anijah Ajah died Feb. 24. new skills and make a living while making time to spend with friends, said Montoya, 25, who grew up with Ajah in Manhasset Hills and now lives in Mineola.

“His life was cut short, but he did a lot,” he said.

“He never had a moment where he was just sitting down doing nothing.”

Ajah had aspirations to start his own real estate business and make it successful enough to employ his younger brother, Dr. Ajah said.

But at his father’s insistence, he decided to finish his accounting degree at Molloy College, where he was set to graduate by the end of the year, Dr. Ajah said.

He took up wrestling at Herricks High School, never letting his asthma hold him back, Montoya said.

“Since he was so nice and humble, people wouldn’t think he was a good wrestler or a physical person,” he said.

Ajah also loved professional wrestling, chess and table tennis, his father said.

“He was very passionate about the things that he loved,” Dr. Ajah said.

Along with his father, Anijah was also involved with Adim USA, Inc., a non-profit organization that raises money to help “less fortunate” school children in Africa, Haiti and the U.S., Dr. Ajah said.

He was an “important

part” of the organization’s youth wing, his father said, and would help plan fundraising events.

Ajah could strike up a friendship with anyone at Herricks, said Montoya, who first met Ajah walking home from school in ninth grade. He was known in the school for his sense of humor.

He never complained or bragged, and was eager to learn and was full of information, Montoya said: “If I ever got to teach AJ something I would feel special.”

“We are sad to hear this news regarding one of our alumni and extend our deepest sympathies to his friends and family members,” Herricks school Superintendent Fino Celano said in a statement.

Ajah was also a loyal friend who would never hesitate to answer a call or give advice, even if he was in class, Montoya said.

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Police call Mangano sexts a ‘hoax’ B y N o a h M a n s k a r Mangano’s three previous phone An investigation found no evidence of the alleged sexting between Nassau County Executive Edward Mangano and a Happauge marketing executive, Nassau County police said Thursday, Feb. 25.

After reviewing both Mangano’s and Karin Murphy Caro’s phones and computers, police determined neither phone was hacked but both parties were the victims of “a hoax,” Detective Sgt. Patrick Ryder said at a press conference in Massapequa Park last Thursday.

A printed document containing a tweet from Caro, CEO of BluChip Marketing, and lurid text messages from “Ed M.” was fabricated, and the texts were apparently lifted from websites, Ryder said.

“With the evidence that I have, the phones were not hacked or spoofed,” he said.

“This document could have been created by anyone with an agenda.”

Police searched the contents of Caro’s two cell phones and two laptops and Mangano’s campaign cell phone, as well as

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billing statements, and found no evidence the two communicated with each other or sent the alleged texts.

The police department’s social media monitor, which tracks Twitter mentions of Mangano’s account, had no record of the tweet the printed document showed, Ryder said.

Police also tracked the license plates from Mangano and Caro’s cars and found they were never in the same place at the same time, he said.

Ryder acknowledged it was possible either Mangano or Caro could be lying, or there could be another phone he didn’t know about.

But, he said, “The evidence that I have and the investigation I did shows that Mr. Mangano and Mrs. Caro did not sext each other.”

New York City television station CBS 2 first reported the alleged sexts Feb. 13 after receiving the printed document from an anonymous source.

Mangano reported “social media impersonation attempts” to police on Feb. 4, the day after Caro told his office about the

Nassau County Executive Edward Mangano messages after CBS 2 contacted her.

Caro denied ever sending the tweet, and both she and Mangano have repeatedly denied sending the text messages.

Caro has said she only knows Mangano through her marketing firm and does not have his cell phone number.

“As I stated from the moment this matter was brought to my attention, my family and I are the victims of a hoax perpetuated by a deranged individual,”

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Mangano said in a statement Thursday. “I can only hope that the media will report the truth in the same manner as they reported the outrageous lies against me and the other victim. Now, I respectfully ask that you leave my family and me alone on this matter.”

Caro’s Williston Park-based attorney Anthony Capteola could not immediately be reached for comment Thursday.

Police launched the hacking investigation after Mangano reported the messages, but did not take a written complaint from the county executive, as Newsday reported Feb. 18.

Police don’t create a written statement, known as a 32B, in cases involving “politically exposed people” unless they are ready to make an arrest, Ryder said.

“It is sensitive in nature because of the business that these people are in,” Ryder said. “So I don’t go and ask a judge to take a 32B because I’ve got some tweet that occurred.”

Police presented the findings of their investigation to the Nassau district attorney’s office Feb. 23.

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“We received preliminary findings from the police department late Tuesday afternoon and continue to offer our investigative assistance on this matter,” Singas spokesman Shams Tarek said in a statement last Thursday As Newsday has reported, the DA’s office subpoenaed Nassau County for all documents relating to two no-bid contracts Caro received in 2013 and 2014 totaling $48,500, Ryder said Thursday.

Under the contracts, one for $24,500 and another for $24,000, BluChip worked for the county parks department, “including coordination of events benefiting veterans and the Games for the Physically Challenged,” Mangano spokesman Brian Nevin has said.

Both contracts fell below the $25,000 threshold for legislative approval.

They both received nine approvals, none of which came from Mangano, Nevin has said.

“Our review of the procurement of contracts in Nassau County is ongoing,” Tarek said in his statement Thursday.

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By N o a h M a n s k a r Between 1989 and 2006, Blank Slate Media Publisher Steven Blank grew two community newspapers in Queens into an award-winning group of 16 publications.

He came to Nassau County in March 2010 hoping to do the same thing, buying three papers and opening two more in 2013.

The opening of the Port Washington Times, Blank Slate’s sixth paper, is the latest step toward building a successful company founded on professional, comprehensive journalism that serves the community’s residents and businesses, Blank said.

“I’ve always viewed that good journalism is good business — that if we do a good job of providing the news and information that’s important to people, that we’ll build a readership,” he said. “And if we build a strong readership, that allows us to provide a good option, a good place for businesses to advertise and reach our readers.”

Blank said Blank Slate is “very excited” to be opening in Port Washington, a logical home its newest newspaper as a “close-knit community with a strong identity” where residents are highly involved and want to stay informed.

Blank Slate’s Roslyn Times and Manhasset Times already cover some aspects of Port Washington, he said, and the company has established a reputation there for “editorial excellence” and professional, thorough coverage of community issues.

“We’ve gotten tremendous reception, and we have seen that there’s a real hunger and desire for the type of news coverage that we provide in local communities,” Blank said.

Blank has hired a reporter dedicated to covering Port Washington.

The move also makes geographic sense, he said. Port Washington is adjacent to Blank Slate’s current coverage area of Great Neck, New Hyde Park, Wil-

liston Park, Roslyn and Manhasset.

“We’re looking to be the paper of record, covering all aspects of the community in detail,” Blank said.

Port Washington also has a strong business community and advertising base that’s long been limited in their choices for newspaper advertising, Blank said.

Because it has partnerships with papers further east and on Nassau County’s South Shore, a website and email newsletters, Blank Slate offers cost-effective targeted advertising daily papers and other weeklies don’t, Blank said.

Rather than paying for large circulation in a paper such as Newsday, he said, local advertisers are “not paying for people who are unlikely to come there.”

The reception to the paper’s opening has been as good or better than any of the 16 other places Blank has started a paper, he said.

Blank said his experiences as a Pulitzer Prize-nominated investigative reporter who worked for 10 years as a daily newspaper reporter and editor and helping manage a family retail business have informed his 27 years as a publisher and his work growing Blank Slate.

Since starting the Roslyn and Manhasset papers, he said, the company has built its editorial presence, grown advertising sales and has gotten more sophisticated with its website.

The company is now starting to be recognized for the quality coverage it provides, Blank said.

“It takes some time to prove yourself and to get recognition,” he said. “I’ve had people telling me about many of the improvements that we’ve made that actually took place a while ago, but it’s actually sinking in now.”

A sixth paper also makes business sense for Blank Slate, as the growth will help make its operations more efficient, Blank said.

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Mineola’s Winthrop-University Hospital is a magnet for great nurses, according to a national nurses’ group.

The American Nurses Credentialing Center has named the hospital’s team of 2,100 nurses to its Magnet Recognition Program, the “ultimate benchmark” of nursing care for health-care organizations, Winthrop President and CEO John F. Collins said in a statement Feb. 24.

“Achieving Magnet recognition reinforces the culture of excellence that is a cornerstone of how Winthrop serves its community,” said Valerie Terzano, Winthrop’s senior vice president and chief nursing officer, in a statement. “It is also the tangible evidence of our nurses’ commitment to providing the very best care to our patients, of which we are extremely proud.”

Winthrop is one of 426 health care organizations to get the Magnet honor out of almost 6,000 across the country, the hospital’s announcement said.

The recognition is proof Winthrop’s nurses “embody the core values of collaboration, compassion, education, integrity, innovation and cultural sensitivity,” Director of Professional Nursing Practice and Education Christine Marsiello said in the statement.

“Achieving this great honor is just the beginning,” said Marsiello, who led

Winthrop through the Magnet process as Magnet Program director. “We remain dedicated to striving to always achieve the very best in patient care.”

The multi-year certification process involved vetting the hospital’s level of patient care through a written application and an on-site visit.

Health-care organizations must first submit an electronic application and documents with “qualitative and quantitative” proof of their standards for care, Winthrop’s announcement said.

If the application scores well enough, the organization will qualifies for a site visit.

An ANCC inspector visited every part of Winthrop where nurses practice and conducted interviews with several of the hospital’s leaders, Marsiello said in the statement.

“This was truly an organizational endeavor,” she said.

Magnet recognition benefits hospitals by raising patient satisfaction with nursing care and job satisfaction among nurses and lowering 30-day mortality risk and nurses reporting they want to leave their jobs, Winthrop said in its announcement.

“This designation also acknowledges that Winthrop nurses’ voices are heard, their input valued, and their practice is supported at all levels and areas of our organization,” Terzano said in the statement.

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Tips lead to burglary spree arrest 17 homes in Mineola, W.P. and surrounding areas robbed, $300K in valuables found

By S a r a h Minkewicz

A Brooklyn man has been arrested in connection with burglaries at 17 homes in Port Washington, Williston Park, Mineola and surrounding areas.

Mamuka Bokuchava, 31, was arrested Feb. 20 and charged with three counts of burglary and was then arrested a second time on Saturday and charged with another 14 counts of burglary.

Nassau County Police Chief Kevin Smith said police found more than $300,000 in stolen property during a search of Bokuchava’s apartment on Bay Parkway in Brooklyn, including jewelry, designer purses, sunglasses and electronics.

Investigators said there’s so much property they are still going through it.

Smith said the break-ins began in November 2014, in Port Washington, where investigators said eight of the 17 burglaries took place.

“He’s a bad guy,” Smith said.

“He would pick a house, decide

which ones were easy to get into. The back yard is the most vulnerable place so typically he’d go into the back entrance. He’d be in and out of the house in no time.”

Police were able to catch Bokuchava after three robberies took place in Williston Park and Mineola, he said.

Residents, Smith said, saw Bokuchava fleeing from the scene with a bag, and were able to identify his car to authorities.

Smith said they’ve been able to identify certain pieces of property that correspond to a certain case and then re-interview victims to figure out what items belong to whom.

“It’s great we’ve been able to unite people with their belongings,” Smith said.

“There are burglars out there and we want to urge people to secure their property, use alarms and motion detectors,” he said.

“Something that will signal when someone enters the area.”

Prosecutors said Bokuchava was a waiter at Cipriani, an upscale Manhattan restaurant.

Bokuchava was arraigned Saturday at First District Court in Hempstead. His bond is set at $1.4 million bond or $700,000 cash.

His attorney, Tara Whelan, told WCBS 880’s Sophia Hall that he is his family’s sole provider. His wife and child attended his court appearance.

“Hard to say if his wife thought this was unusual or not,” Smith said. “At this time there’s no reason to believe his wife was involved.”

Smith added the investigation is still ongoing.

Bokuchava will be back in court on March 1.

Bokuchava was charged with multiple counts of burglary second degree, which is a C felony, and faces 15 years in jail for each count, according to Smith.

Port Washington Police District Chief James Salerno praised the work of both Nassau County and Port Washington detectives and also Nassau County intelligence analyst Megan Dollery, who was instrumental in linking the cases together.

(credit: Nassau County Police)

Mamuka Bokuchava, 31, of Brooklyn, charged in burglarizing 17 homes in Nassau County.

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Volunteer and Exempt Firefighter’s Benevolent Association of Manhasset-Lakeville EXECUTIVE BOARD President Michael P. Ward Jr.

Secretary Mitchell Levine

Vice President Konata Ragin

Sergeant of Arms John Nash

Treasurer Michael Fener

Judge Advocate Denis McGee

Assist Treasurer Brian Levings

I would like to reach out to all Manhasset-Lakeville Fire Department current and Past members with at least five years of service in good standing. For many years, we have been discussing on how to take of our own in time of need, to provide relief, aid and assistance to our members, and that time has come.

This past January 7th 2016 the Volunteer and Exempt Firefighter’s Benevolent Association of Manhasset-Lakeville held its first membership meeting at Company #2. If you are interested in joining, please reach out to Mitch Levine Secretary of the Benevolent Association for an application, his e-mail address is mlevine@mlfd.com President Michael P. Ward Jr. Please spread the word and forward this information to our auxiliary and past members by e-mail, facebook, etc.

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Mangano’s Martins makes right call in weak response opposing boycotts of Israel

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assau County District Attorney Madeline Singas had it right when she called the hiring of a compliance chief to improve accountability in the county’s contracting

by Nassau County Executive Edward Mangano’s administration “woefully inadequate.”

Joseph LaRussa, a 53-year Hauppague resident without ties to Mangano, appeared to be a reasonable choice for the $120,000-yearjob created in the wake of several county contracting scandals, LaRussa had come to the administration through a public job posting and had no ties to Mangano.

But this was not the time to hire another department head.

And now we learn LaRussa was not the right person to hire.

He turned down the job on Tuesday after the administration asked him to explain an “inconsistency” on his resume.

Yes, the person the county hired to clean up its contracting mess needed cleaning up before he stated the job.

Both Singas and Democratic Nassau County legislators had already pointed out that LaRussa lacked both the independence and the power to do the job.

They called for the creation of a separate inspector general’s office with subpoena power headed by someone selected by a bipartisan panel and confirmed by a supermajority of county legislators.

Singas had launched an investigation into country contracting practices after the indictments of former state Sent. Dean Skelos (R-Rockville Centre) on federal corruption charges, including in-

fluencing the awarding of a Nassau County contract to a firm that hired his son, Adam. Both were later convicted of the charges and are appealing.

In a report in July 15, she found “troubling problems” in the county contracting process, including no requirements for vendors to disclose subsidiary companies, criminal convictions, political contributions or whether a vendor is barred from government contracts in other places.

Her office, she said, found an unspecified contractor with ties to organized crime, a contractor barred from doing business in another jurisdiction and a convicted felon with a bankruptcy.

Mangano and his staff were involved with the awarding of the contract that led to the conviction of Skelos and his son.

While no charges were filed against anyone working for the county, the fact is that Skelos was successful in getting the contract awarded.

Adding further doubt to leaving oversight of country contracts to Mangano is an ongoing investigation by federal prosecutors of Mangano’s chief deputy, Rob Walker, for a contract awarded to a firm that donated to Walker’s political club on the day he finalized the deal.

Then throw in the hundreds of no-bid contracts to politically connected firms for amount just under the legislative approval threshold of $25,000.

This is not the time for halfway measures. But that is what Mangano has offered so far.

Perhaps this latest episode will persuade him to do the right job.

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READERS WRITE

udos to state Sen. Jack Martins for his wonderful Feb. 18 article setting forth facts regarding the state of Israel’s exemplary treatment of its Arab citizens, demonstrating that Israel is not an “apartheid state” — and demonstrating that the anti-Israel Boycott, Divestment & Sanctions (“BDS”) movement is based on anti-Semitic falsehoods.

I’d also like to thank Senator Martins for co-sponsoring a bipartisan anti-BDS bill, New York State Senate bill S6378A (2015).

The state Senate overwhelmingly passed S6378A, which prohibits New York State governmental agencies from doing business with entities that boycott allies including Israel and the territories they control.

The companion bill, A9036, is now before the New York State Assembly, and must pass in order for the Senate bill to become law.

I urge readers to contact their local assemblyperson (which is state Assemblywoman, Michelle Schimel (516 482-6966) for most of this newspaper’s readers), to urge her or him to promptly pass A9036.

(Anti-Semitic groups are busy trying to stop A9036 from passing.)

I would also like to expand upon an aspect of Senator Martins’ article.

The article stated that the “BDS movement” “supposedly seeks an end to Israel’s occupation of territory it secured when it [Israel] was attacked in 1967, an area that remains a breeding ground for violence against it [Israel] even today.”

In fact, the “BDS movement” seeks the destruction of all of Israel.

Many BDS activists bluntly admit that real the goal of BDS is Israel’s total destruction.

For instance, BDS activist and California State University political science Professor As’ad Abu Khalil stated that: “the real aim of BDS is to bring down the state of Israel.”

Likewise, AROC (Arab Resource & Organizing Center) Executive Director Lara Kiswani stated that: “[T]he end-all of BDS is to weaken Israel, to isolate Israel, and give the global community a role in the liberation of Palestine and support the resistance on the

ground in Palestine.” “Liberation of Palestine” and “resistance in Palestine” are euphemisms for murdering Jews and completely destroying the Jewish State.

Israeli politicians from both the left and the right have also described the BDS movement’s goal of completely destroying Israel.

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu stated that: “The founders of the BDS movement make their goals perfectly clear.

They want to see the end of the Jewish state.

They’re quite explicit about it. And I think it’s important that the boycotters must be exposed for what they are.

They’re classical anti-Semites in modern garb.

And I think we have to fight them. It’s time to de legitimize the delegitimizers.”

Although the BDS movement presents itself as led by Palestinian grassroots organizations, the BDS movement is really led by rejectionist Palestinian and other extreme radical groups, and is also linked to terrorism-supporting groups such as the Muslim Brotherhood, Hamas, and the Palestinian Authority leadership.

In December 2012, Palestinian Authority Prime Minister Salam Fayyad — who some still falsely and/ or naively tout as a peace partner — called for an economic boycott of Israeli goods, thereby openly violating the PA’s Oslo agreement to cooperate with Israel economically.

Anti-Israel boycotts harm real people who are simply trying to earn an honest living to support their families.

Anti-Israel BDS causes both Jews and Arabs living in Israel and Judea/Samaria to lose their livelihoods — and harms peaceful co-existence.

Please urge our assemblypersons to follow the example of the New York State Senate, and to pass the anti-BDS bill.

Elizabeth Berney Great Neck Elizabeth (Liz) Berney, Esq. is the Director of Special Projects and Long Island-Queens Executive Director for the Zionist Organization of America.

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A loo k on the li g hter si d e

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Big news on the home front

was very excited. It was the very first day for the new Blank Slate newspaper in my home town, Port Washington.

Of course I would be getting one in the mail, but I just couldn’t wait, so I was heading out to Main Street to find one.

As I came down my steps, I waved at my neighbor, returning from taking children to the school bus.

“Howdy,” he said. “Congrats on the new paper starting up.

You’ve done some very funny pieces. Say — was that me you wrote about, a while back, telling you it was time to cut the weeds?”

“Why, no,” I answer, nervously. “That was someone before your time. Definitely before you. They moved away years ago.

We’ve never even talked about weeds, have we?”

“No, I didn’t think so. Just wanted to be sure — I think your weeds are beautiful. I mean, I can’t even tell if you have any weeds.”

“In that case, let’s pretend I don’t!” And I popped into my car.

Narrow escape.

My first order of business was the library, where I had to pay for an

overdue book.

“Thanks, Judy,” said the librarian on duty. “And I’m sorry that none of our book groups worked out for you — your column about that was pretty funny — but I’m sure we could still find you something, if we kept on trying.”

“Don’t worry, it’s all right.”

“Well, stop in whenever you want some suggestions!”

“I will!” Probably soon, since I need at least one new idea every week. But for now, it was on to Main Street and Starbucks, for a jolt of caffeine.

“Good morning! I’ll take a grande of whatever’s brewing, no milk — ” “Really, Judy? Not a frappuccino?”

“Well…”

“I know how much you love them. What did you write about them? ‘Nothing more nor less than a coffee milkshake!’ So how about one?”

“Oh, all right.” When he handed it over, we finished the sentence together: “Purely in the interests of research!”

Research never tasted so good.

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A Look on the Lighter Side At last, I was at the train station. Thank goodness they still had some papers.

“Ah! There they are. I’ll take two — no, three — no, five. I need one for my mother, and one for my mother-in-law, and each of my kids.…”

“Gosh, you really do like paper, don’t you?” said a woman behind me. I whirled around.

“We were on the train together — remember? I was reading on my Kindle, till the battery went out, and you said how you preferred paper? I guess it was true!”

I said nothing. I felt like I’d been caught red-handed.

“Oh, don’t worry,” she continued. “I really like reading about your struggles with clutter. It makes me feel better about my own. It’s as if you know me, or something.”

I smile. “I’m glad if it helps,” I tell her. “I started writing because Erma Bombeck’s columns used to do the same thing for me — made me feel less alone, somehow.”

“Exactly!” We hugged, and she got on the train. I was happy to see she had a Port Washington Times tucked under her arm.

But enough fun. It was time to get ingredients for dinner, so I headed off to the Stop & Shop.

“Why….Do….They….Always…..Do This!” I am muttering, under my out-of-breath, as I jump up and down in the aisle. I am trying to reach my favorite cereal, which they always stack way out of reach of moderate-height people like myself. I finally succeed at grabbing one, which only brings ten more boxes tumbling down that had been balanced on top of it.

“That’s so funny!” says a voice

behind me. “My wife told me about this — you must be the writer who says, Why do the stores all use basketball players to stock the shelves when it’s little-bitty people that do the shopping?”

“Yes! That’s what I wrote.

What’s the answer?” I’m a little terse.

“I have no idea. But if you’re looking for some chocolate, to take the edge off, it’s one aisle over — and plenty reachable.”

So I let him live…this time.

By the time I got home with the groceries, it was getting dark — so I almost didn’t recognize it, when a friend’s car pulled up to my curb. She rolled down her window and said, “Hey, Judy, you left this whole stack of papers at the train station, today. You wanted them, right?”

“Oh, geez. Thanks a lot. But please, don’t tell anyone I forgot these!”

“Your secret’s safe with me,” said my friend, and she took off.

I’ll use that in a column, some day. It’s just further proof of what they all say: Home is where the material is. Luckily for me.

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Oyster Bay’s financial woes: A disgrace

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ears of political cronyism and incompetence has caught up with the Republican-controlled Town of Oyster Bay. Its finances are a disaster; Moody’s Investor Service withdrew its already dismal credit rating, citing the town’s failure to submit the 2014 financial audit; and the U.S. Attorney and the S.E.C. are investigating every nook and cranny.

Oyster Bay, which has the highest median income (approximately $110,000) of any township in Nassau County, has had a structurally imbalanced budget for over six years and most of its operating funds have incurred negative balances. At the end of fiscal 2013, the town’s total reserve position was a negative $16 million.

Moody’s blames the town’s chronic fiscal woes on “aggressive revenue budgeting, increasing pension and health care costs and budgets that were structurally unbalanced.”

In other words, town officials approved budgets that contained “smoke and mirror” revenue and expense estimates that could nev-

er be achieved.

The town’s bonded debt has gone through the roof in recent years to finance deficits.

Total bonded debt in 2014 was $717.4 million compared to $366.2 million in 2010 — an incredible increase of 96 percent.

Taxes have also been skyrocketing.

A super majority of the allGOP town board approved tax increases significantly beyond the state-mandated 2 percent cap to the tune of 8.8 percent in 2014 and 8.8 percent in 2015.

That explains why Oyster Bay has the highest per capita town property taxes. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, property taxes per capita were $646 in Oyster Bay, $557 in North Hempstead and in Hempstead, $347.

Adding to this mess, the U.S. Attorney indicted Harendra Singh, a restaurateur with town concession agreements which contained largely or wholly undisclosed loan guarantees.

Charges included bribery of a former town attorney who allegedly accepted multiple $5,000 checks made out to cash and other freebies from Singh.

On The RIght George J. Marlin

The town attorney was reportedly instrumental in drafting the legal documents underlying the guarantees, and was named a co-conspirator.

By unanimously approving the Singh agreements, the Town Board may have violated Article 8 of the New York State Constitution which reads in Section I, “No…town…shall give or loan any money or property to or aid any individual or private corporation…or loan its credit to or in aid of any…individual or private cor-

poration….”

Not only do records show the Town of Oyster Bay guaranteed a Singh loan in the case of default, but that contingent liability was not disclosed in the town’s official statement which included an independent audit opinion, when issuing bonded debt.

And the Security Exchange Commission, which is investigating a complaint filed against the township, takes very seriously breaches of municipal fiduciary obligations and could recommend the U.S. Attorney bring civil or criminal charges.

Meanwhile, as federal investigations proceed, Oyster Bay’s town officials are scurrying for cover. The town board is considering plans to nullify the $20 million in loan guarantees to Singh.

While such a move may be necessary, it doesn’t explain why the board approved the guarantees and did not properly disclose them in the first place.

Did they approve a deal that violates the state constitution due to corrupt crony capitalism, or were they asleep at the switch or just plain dumb?

One town councilwoman, Re-

becca Alesia, published a whiny statement accusing Newsday of having written an editorial about the town (“Plenty of questions about Oyster Bay’s financial mess,” Feb. 3, 2016) “with either knowing falsity or a reckless disregard for the truth.”

Alesia’s charge is utter nonsense.

Newsday correctly pointed out that the township’s plans to nullify the $20 million of loan guarantees doesn’t explain the town’s past business methods and relationships with Singh, including those in which she participated or consented as a member of the town board.

Finally, Moody’s suspended credit rating remains in place until the town hands over its 2014 audited financials.

Blaming the audit delay on a computer change made 25 months ago is pretty lame. The real reason may be that the independent auditors were shocked to learn salient information was not disclosed to them and are uncomfortable not only with the 2014 financial statements but perhaps those issued in prior years.

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READERS WRITE

Hillary would continue Obama’s failed policies

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s a conservative, I highly recommend that you vote for Hillary Clinton for president of the United States even though she is a liar and dishonest.

Why would I promote her?

It is easy. She will, by her support of every Obama’s policy, will become essentially his third term.

Obama stated that he wanted to fundamentally transform America.

What he meant is that he wanted to fundamentally destroy America. He has succeeded, but his job is not finished.

Everything he has touched has been damaged.

Be it the military, the medical field, energy, race relations etc.

However, we have not hit rock bottom yet. We must give Hillary the opportunity to drive this country into the bottom of the toilet.

Once there we may have a chance to recover if the vast number of Americans wake up.

If not, then America would have had a terrific run, but it will be over.

I then wish the American generations to follow to enjoy the European socialism that will follow.

Capitalism has given this country the most powerful military and economy imaginable...and you will never experience it.

This note for the African-American community: Obama has been in office for almost eight years and how has your community fared?

The headline in The New York Times (2/21/16] was “The Crisis of Minority Unemployment” and the article read:

A study by the University of Illinois at Chicago stated “It found that in Los Angeles and New York City about 30 percent of 20-to-24 year old black men were out of work and out of school in 2014. The situation is even more extreme in Chicago, where nearly half of black men in that wage group were neither working nor in school.”

And speaking of Chicago.

Are you “pleased” that the Democrat mayor in Chicago is allowing the carnage of blacks being slaughtered in the streets, including children being murdered by stray bullets, daily?

The present day Democrat party has been lying to you for over 50 years promising you the moon and delivering nada, zilch, zero.

I have one question for you? Why do you believe them?

And why have you not reached out to others who have gone to elementary school, high school,college and the military with blacks who could offer ideas that will blow you minds? The ball is in your court.

This note for the Jewish community: Iran’s economy was on the verge of collapse and many Iranians were interested in better relationships with the West.

But, not the Mullahs or the Republican Guard who daily preach Death to America and Death to Israel.

Obama [an Islam symphathizer?] showed his hate for the Israeli people.

He allowed $150 billion to be given to Iran and lifted sanctions that was killing their economy. These billions represented about 20 percent-25 percent of Iran’s GDP. What a gift!

How many different ways will they use this money to attempt to destroy Israel?

What Obama should have done is this: 1. Keep the $150 billion from getting into Iran’s hands; 2. blow up their one refinery; 3. Give Israel the new bombs that send three special bombs following each other that could penetrate almost to the middle of the earth [a slight exaggeration].

No more reactor activity and, thus, no possibility of a nuclear armed Iran.

This note for the Italian-American/Catholic community: Antonin Scalia was a terrific Supreme Court judge.

The nation mourns his passing. Not Obama.

The White House is just three miles from the funeral service held in the Basilica and he decided not to attend.

What a slap in the face to Italian-Americans and Catholics.

And to punctuate his disdain for these two communities he made a joke about working so hard including selecting a judge to replace him.

One word for the young college recent graduates.

You have left school with limited job opportunities and huge debt. Not to worry.

Many moons ago when Hillary and Bill lived in Arkansas she made a fortune in the futures market.

Making money in the market is difficult,even for the pros. But, Hillary, on her own, turned a $1,000 investment into a $100,000 windfall.

Check it out!

You should each contact her and ask her how she did it. It would solve at least one of your problems.

Moving out of your parent’s basement because they turned your room into a den or office is yours to solve.

John Messina East Williston

Media, GOP candidates fail to expose Trump

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t last, Bob Woodward, of Watergate fame, has challenged his fellow journalists to “out” Donald Trump for his lies, his corrupt ventures, his outrageous racism, his character assassinations.

Journalists have not challenged him, fearing that he would not appear on their talk shows if they were critical.

They would lose the sensational act that has cheapened most of television and attracted audiences that hunger for entertainment rather than any kind of analysis.

They stood to lose sponsors, whose expenditures for advertising depend on the size of their audiences.

Other Republican candidates for the most powerful office in the world have shown a level of cowardice that is shameful.

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They fear his personal attacks. So it appears that Republican voters have a choice of electing this buffoon or one of his gutless opponents.

What kind of choice is that? And to add to this outrage, Republican politicians announce that they will support whoever survives the primaries, which cannot seriously be regarded as well enough organized to accurately claim to represent the majority of the country.

Does anybody remember when others who managed to attract the approval of large segments of an emotional, disillusioned, suffering populace gained power?

I do not think I exaggerate when I cite the injustices that Sen. Joseph McCarthy visited upon liberal citizens whose lives were ruined because they were accused of being dangerous communists.

Now Trump’s opponents have started to panic.

They had hoped that the public would tire of him.

They skirted around him and waited, but a few victories have made them apprehensive.

Democrats on the other hand, would prefer that he would be their adversary in the general election.

But ironically, they cannot be sure that he would be so easy to defeat. Let us hope that each side concentrates on ruining his chances. He deserves it.

Now we have to start thinking about why such a phenomenon could have gotten so far, and earnestly decide to remedy the many national problems that invited such a possibility.

Not so easy.

Esther Confino New Hyde Park

Terror funds need to stay in NYC

’m appalled and find it greatly disturbing that the Obama administration has thought it fit to cut $90 million from federal funds to fight terrorism in New York City.

New York City is the No. 1 target in the country and needs protection from these evil doers. There have be many spoiled attempts thanks to our law enforcement who are out there protecting all our lives.

The Obama administration seems to have forgotten all those killed on 9/11 on the World Trade Center.

As reported in Queens alone we lost more than 200 firefighters, police and office workers on that day of infamy that is forever on our minds.

I would at this time like to applaud Senator Chuck Schumer who has fought for us and said,” the plan is ill-advised and ill-

timed.”

He further warned that the rolled back could make the city more vulnerable.

He is absolutely right, and Washington ought to reconsider and give back the funds they want to deny our great city and state of ours.

We also must remind our leaders that our men, women and children whose lives are in jeopardy by terrorists who which seek to harm the innocents.

Remember this too: Evil thrives when good people do nothing.

Frederick R. Bedell Jr. Glen Oaks Village

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WTC station opening a sad commentary

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pening the new Port Authority of New York and New Jersey World Trade Center PATH Station 15 years after 9/11 is not a cause for celebration.

Rather, it is a sad commentary on the mismanagement of taxpayers funds used for a major transportation project.

Today’s results call into question both the financial and technical capacity of PANYNJ and PATH to manage other ongoing major transportation projects.

These include the $24 billion Gateway Tunnel from New Jersey to Penn Station, $10 billion new PANYNJ 42nd Street Bus Terminal, $1.5 billion PATH extension from Newark Penn Station to Newark Liberty International Airport and $450 million LaGuardia Airport Airtrain.

The new PANYNJ PATH WTC Station original start date was 2003 with a completion date of 2009 at a cost of $2 billion.

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey subsequently signed a construction agreement with the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration.

This made up to $2.201 billion in federal funding available for the World Trade Center permanent new PATH Terminal.

The grant agreement between the PANYNJ and U.S. DOT FTA was awarded in

December 2003.

It included a commitment for start of construction in the beginning of 2006 with completion on or before June, 2011.

Fast forward to 15 years later after 9/11/2001.

Construction was completed many years beyond the original promised scheduled date.

At $4 billion, the cost was 100 percent or $2 billion higher that the original $2 billion.

The U.S. DOT FTA provided approximately $1.9 billion.

Both the project delays and major cost overruns are nothing to be proud of.

The PANYNJ is currently involved in management of the $24 billion Gateway Tunnel, $10 billion new midtown Bus Terminal, $1.5 billion PATH extension to Newark Liberty International Airport and $450 million La Guardia Airport Air train. Other than basic planning feasibility studies, there is little evidence that environmental documents or preliminary design and engineering efforts necessary to validate any basic estimates for construction costs of all four proposed projects have been completed.

The costs would have to be refined as progress proceeds beyond the planning and environmental phases into real and

final design efforts. Value engineering which is a process used to reduce costs, would have to be used during the final design phase.

Unfortunately, history has shown that estimated costs for construction usually trend upwards as projects mature toward 100 percent final design.

Progression of final design refines the detailed scope of work necessary to support construction.

The anticipated final potential cost for all four projects would never be known until completion.

Costs would 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.

Success for construction and completion of the $4.5 billion LaGuardia Airport Air Train within sixty months as promised

by Gov. Andrew Cuomo last year is dependent upon the PANYNJ and Metropolitan Transportation Authority working well together.

Fifteen years after 9/11, the Cortland Street World Trade Center New York City Transit No. 1 IRT subway station is still several years away from being back in service.

If there are no new delays, perhaps the station will reopen by December 2018.

The PANYNJ and MTA fought for years over budget, funding sources, scope and schedule.

Construction for the MTA portion of the project just started only months ago.

Remember that the new WTC PATH Station project was completed years later beyond the base line construction schedule for twice the original budget.

What financial and management tools will the PANYNJ use to avoid all four of these new projects from suffering the same fate?

Has the PANYNJ conducted a detailed lessons learned on the WTC PATH Station project to avoid the same mistakes on future projects?

Will U.S. DOT FTA insist that the PANYNJ conduct a detailed lessons learned on this project?

Will U.S. DOT FTA conduct detailed technical and financial capacity assessments of the PANYNJ before approving potentially billions of dollars to assist in funding some of these four projects?

Commuters and taxpayers deserve nothing less.

Larry Penner Great Neck (Larry Penner is a transportation historian and advocate who previously worked in the transportation field for 31 years)

Germany offers path to U.S. on renewables

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here are so many things to write about. The only thing to do is begin and see how far I get.

What I consider to be good news is a posting I saw on social media saying that Germany is now getting all of its energy needs from solar and other renewable sources.

Above that ,it has been able to sell two billion worth in the past year.

I am not sure now whether it said dollars or euros.

Another comment said that Uruguay is producing 95 percent in the above manner.

There is also mention of obstruction for doing the same in areas here in the USA. This seems to be coming from utilities and from some state governments they have under their thumbs.

For a while, Gov. Cuomo was sponsoring a blog quite often and probably at taxpayer expense about the clean energy virtues of Indian Point.

There was an earthquake in northeastern N.J. last year.

Later it was reported that the Indian Point reactor is leaking radiation. I have not seen Cuomo’s blog for some time now.

A few days ago was another quake in the same area.

What is leaking is said to be

tritium which we definitely don’t want in our waterways and water supply.

Anyone interested can learn about tritium on the internet.

Considering how close it is to our metropolitan area, after 55 years, it is time for Indian Point to close down. We don’t need a hundred year disaster.

Next subject: it was quite easy for me to determine that all of our area bridges, tunnels and the extensive subway system was built during the last nominal 130 years.

To this day it is all functioning very well.

What is striking these days is that with modern equipment, years go by just trying to complete two more stops on the Second Avenue subway.

Money is appropriated and disappears.

Then there is the ‘do a study’ racket that eats up money and produces nothing. Easy money for who?

I will get to the third rail thing in a moment but first an overview.

Many times I have driven over the Pulaski Skyway in N.J. and have seen what looks like a huge depot for cargo containers from freighters and wherever else.

Many, I am sure are bound to or are from Long Island.

Looking at the big picture, it

is granted that there is not much available space on the surface of the City and L.I. Surely there is plenty for tunnels.

How about an underground electric freight line from said depot all the way out on L.I.? It would greatly reduce truck traffic on the LIE. The material removed from the tunnel could build a terminal on the west side of Manhattan, then back underground to Queens.

Then perhaps under the LIE out on L.I. Perhaps also a passenger express line for commuters. This is just a sketchy proposal but it con-

tains the gist.

A third rail from Floral Park to Hicksville is an absolute no-no!

The Floral Park station is a classic as it is. It would be a disaster to destroy it.

I looked at the three grade crossings in New Hyde Park. The streets are all wide.

The two center lanes could go under the tracks. A large hole could be dug under these two lanes for a drainage sump. I am not here getting into the support for the tracks. The two outer lanes would remain local-just not cross the tracks. The sidewalks might need to be narrowed a bit. There

could be a pedestrian walkway under the tracks.

All this would not infringe on anyone’s property and would not change the look of the neighborhoods.

The trains that go east have to go back west and vice versa.

What’s the bit about reverse commuting?

I will take up the situation in Mineola and the two other grade crossings next time along with other considerations.

Charles Samek Mineola

Goldenberg wrong choice for E.H.

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don’t understand why the candidate running for a trustee position in East Hills, Jana Goldenberg would demand $125 per hour to complete the National Grid project in our community.

This is outlandish and would be taking advantage of the village and its residents.

Your front page article says that this candidate claims she stands for transparency. I think she stands more for hands on currency, and her hidden agenda.

Open government does not mean using village monies to com-

pensate Jana to finish this project.

Additionally, others in the community have accomplished the same project at no expense to the village.

They did it to benefit our community and it’s homeowners.

My compliments to Mr. Zuckerman who, according to your article, is now handling the project at no cost to the village.

This is an appropriate result and the way this should be handled.

Then, Jana Goldenberg takes a shot at mayor Koblenz and calls him a bully.

The only bully here is an artificial Jana Goldenberg from her Bully Pulpit for purity and reform.

Action speaks louder than words.

I am convinced, after giving all the candidates full consideration, that we are fortunate to have our present team of Manny Zuckerman and Clara Pomerantz running for re- election.

They are stand–up, level headed and transparent elected officials.

Howard Zodicoff Roslyn

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READERS WRITE

Bring back ex E.W. mayor Casella as trustee

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s the election for Village of East Williston Trustee on March 15, 2016 draws near, we would like to give a wholehearted endorsement to our extremely competent resident, neighbor, and candidate, Anthony Casella, former Mayor of East Williston.

Throughout his many years

as an East Williston resident and throughout his many years of public service to our Village, Tony Casella has brought unparalleled acumen to every issue to which we have been challenged as a community.

Tony Casella’s incredibly extensive experience as a lawyer, an engineer, a past mayor, deputy

mayor, and 15-year village trustee uniquely qualifies him for the position of trustee — a position that will require a clear-thinking, level-headed, homeowner-minded, and reasonable person to help resolve the important issues currently facing our Village.

We believe Tony Casella has the personality and human rela-

tions’ skills that are necessary to approach issues involving neighboring villages from a collaborative stance.

Our village needs Tony Casella in the role of trustee, as he acutely perceives the needs of our community and will help to guarantee that the best interests of our residents are served.

A vote for Anthony Casella as East Williston village trustee on March 15, 2016 is a vote to help ensure the values and quality of life we have embraced dearly in our village since its inception will continue…and, continue on an even keel.

Kathy and Don Rittel East Williston

Siciliano has earned re-elex as E.W. trustee

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s an active and long-time resident of East Williston, I enthusiastically support Chris Siciliano for ee-election to the village Board of Trustees.

I have lived in the Village for more than 43 years, raised my four children here and now

enjoy walking with and showing my grandchildren the beauty and character of the village.

Through hard work, dedication and concern for his neighbors, Chris Siciliano, as a sitting trustee, has substantially contributed to the well-being of the Village of East Williston.

Chris has served the Village as an active member of the volunteer fire department where I got to know him and his father quite well.

Through Chris’ commitment and hard work he rose through the ranks to serve as department chief and fire commissioner. It

Siciliano’s record speaks of strong dedication to E.W.

I

believe Chris Siciliano should be re-elected to the East Williston Board of Trustees.

During his current term, Chris has demonstrated his desire to do what is right for the residents of the village. He was instrumental in facilitating the cleanup after super storm Sandy

and has worked hard to bring a resolution to the water issue with Williston Park.

Chris is a life long resident of East Williston who is deeply concerned with the village’s future.

His experience as fire chief and a fire commissioner as well as a village trustee, plus his eth-

ics and honesty makes Chris an ideal candidate for reelection.

Please consider voting for Chris Siciliano for village trustee.

Joe D’Amato Forty year resident of East Williston

was a pleasure to have served with him as a member of the department.

Christopher, as part of his Village Trustee duties serves as liaison with the East Williston Library board.

As a member of the board, I interface with Chris and fully appreciate his reasoned judgement on issues that require his attention. He is not only practical in his approach to library matters but more importantly is an enthusiastic supporter of the library and recognizes its importance to the community.

I am truly proud to work with Chris in providing a library that meaningfully serves the community.

Lastly, as an avid walker, I often encounter Trustee Siciliano walking through the village.

He is actively inspecting the streets, the trees, the buildings, drainage conditions and over the last several winters, the snow

plowing operations. His commitment of time is extraordinary.

During our encounters, Chris regularly solicits my thoughts and ideas on improvements that might be implemented.

Through these discussions, and my many previous years of interface with Chris, as my neighbor, I can unequivocally state that Christopher Siciliano loves our village, its character, the village residents and is dedicated to its continued well-being and improvement.

I am sure that Chris will continue to work unfailingly as a trustee in representing the best interests of our residents.

I urge each eligible Village resident to vote on Election Day, March 15 and to vote for Christopher Siciliano, the perfect trustee.

John Lekstutis East Williston

Oyster Bay’s financial woes: A disgrace Continued from Page 15 It may be that the town and the independent auditors are at loggerheads over what to disclose in the

footnotes related to either the Singh agreements, the town’s overall liquidity, or even how much to reflect in the financial statements for the tens of

thousands of taxpayer dollars spent defending the very elected officials responsible for the situation in the first place.

An inquiry from the SEC will usually have that effect.

Whatever the outcome of the U.S. Attorney’s criminal investigation,

the sad fact remains that Oyster Bay’s overburdened taxpayers will be stuck paying for the GOP’s reckless fiscal shenanigans for decades to come.

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Searingtown girl, 10, Ex town employee critically injured by car charged with theft

By N o a h M a n s k a r

she was listed in critical condition as of Monday, police said.

Police inspected the vehicle at the A 10-year-old Searingtown girl is in the hospital this week after a car struck scene of the accident and have so far found no criminality. An investigation is her in Mineola Feb. 27.

A Toyota Prius hit the girl at 11:30 ongoing. p.m. last Saturday after she ran across Reach reporter Noah Manskar by ethe street while crossing at Westbury Avenue and Denton Avenue with her family, mail at nmanskar@theislandnow.com Nassau County police said. or by phone at 516.307.1045 x204. Also She suffered a traumatic brain injury follow us on Twitter @noahmanskar and and was taken to a local hospital, where Facebook at facebook.com/theislandnow.

By J oe N i k i c A former Town of North Hempstead employee was arrested Monday for allegedly embezzling more than $98,000 from the town’s Solid Waste Management Authority, Nassau County District Attorney Madeline Singas announced.

Helen McCann, 51, of Roslyn Heights, was arraigned Monday in county District Court on charges of second-degree grand larceny and second-degree corrupting the government.

“For more than a year and a half the defendant allegedly stole money in increments from the Town of North Hempstead and amassed more than $98,000 in ill-gotten gains,” Singas said. “Breaching the public trust is a serious matter and I thank the town for alerting us about the money missing from the Solid Waste Management Authority.”

McCann was conditionally released to probation, the DA’s office said, and is due back in court March 3.

She faces a maximum of 8 1-3 to 25 years in prison, if convicted.

“We brought this matter to the District Attorney as soon as we became aware of the discrepancies at the Solid Waste Management Authority,” North Hempstead Town Supervisor Judi Bosworth said. “We are cooperating fully and are confident that the DA will conduct a thorough investigation to see that justice is done. Any breach of public trust on the part of any town employee will not be tolerated.”

McCann began working for the town in 1998, the DA’s office said, and in January 2014 was transferred to the Solid Waste Management Authority to serve as an administrative assistant.

Employees who work at the Solid Waste Management Authority facility handle cash payments and garbage scale records, which they then bring to the authority’s administrative offices once collected.

The DA’s office said an administrative employee then deposits the cash into the authority’s Chase Bank account and sends a memo to the Town Comptroller’s office detailing the amount received and attaching bank deposit slips.

Beginning Jan. 26, 2014, the DA’s office said, McCann was responsible for receiving and depositing the money.

The Town Comptroller’s office notified the Solid Waste Management Authority about a decrease in revenue in midJanuary.

Between May 11, 2014 and Jan. 11, 2016, it is alleged that McCann embezzled $98,862.91 from the Solid Waste Management Authority.

The town referred the situation to the DA’s office and on Jan. 21 an investigation was launched.

McCann was terminated as a town employee at the start of the investigation, the DA’s office said.

Assistant District Attorney Jesse Aviram of Singas’ Public Corruption Bureau is prosecuting the case.

Photo: Nassau County District Attorney’s office

Helen McCann, 51, of Roslyn Heights was arrested Monday.

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Budget workshop in Medical marijuana biz E.W. called ‘positive’ seen growing slowly

The Village Board decided Monday to move forward with a tentative budget esThe Village of East Williston’s draft sentially identical to the preliminary budbudget is moving forward following a get it recently unveiled, with some adjustments to village employee salaries, Tanner workshop with residents Monday night.

The six people who came to the meet- said. ing at Village Hall had questions about As reported last week, the $2,547,704 some specific numbers, village borrowing budget proposes growing the general fund and fire department funding, Mayor Da- by about $106,000, increasing the tax levy vid Tanner said, but there was no opposi- 1.32 percent and raising the property tax tion to the proposed increases to property rate 0.86 percent. taxes or the general fund.

Various capital projects are driving the “It was a very positive meeting, all in budget growth, Tanner said last week. all,” Tanner said Tuesday.

The village began hosting workshop meetings like Monday’s after residents asked to be more involved with the budget process before the usual April budget hearing, when trustees generally vote on it, Tanner said.

“I think the residents appreciated the opportunity to meet with our board, as our board appreciated the opportunity to have a conversation about the budget,” he said.

The Village Board has also met to discuss the budget in what Tanner called “a very collaborative effort.”

The village will now print and distribute the tentative budget to residents and will hold a public budget hearing April 4, Village of East Williston Mayor followed by a likely vote that evening, TanDavid Tanner ner said.

By N o a h M a n s k a r

By J oe N i k i c While New York has legalized medical marijuana and dispensaries have opened across the state, one lawyer who represents medical marijuana businesses said the industry will grow at a slow pace because of the differences between federal and state marijuana laws.

Attorney Marc Ross, speaking at a Nassau Academy of Law forum at the Nassau County Bar Association Monday, said the designation of medical marijuana by the federal government as illegal discourages banks from accept-

ing money from businesses, even though it is legal at the state level.

“It’s very difficult to open up a bank for marijuana because marijuana is federally illegal,” Ross said. “If the financial institution knows or has reason to believe that a conduct involves illegal activity, you have to fill out a report and give notification of that.”

Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed the Compassionate Care Act in July 2014, which would allow patients in New York who suffer from designated medical conditions to be certified by their physicians to receive medical marijuana.

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The Nassau County Bar Association (pictured) hosted Monday’s talk.

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A Midterm Experience for ed board

by A d e d a m o l a A g b o o l a express what we wanted to say. We such an East Williston board members recently got a chance to experience a program designed for ninth- and 10th-graders at the Wheatley School.

“What we wanted to do was to find a way for our students to spend two uninterrupted hours to decompress from taking midterm exams,” said Stephen Collier, English Chair at the Wheatley School.

Collier, along with Jo Beth Roberts, Wheatley’s English teacher and librarian, created the revamped the Midterm Experience, a two-hour program that allows students to take various workshops during the midterm examinations week.

Over the course of two hours, students participate in workshops in place of English tests.

They get the chance to work with acclaimed authors, poets, comedians, artists and in some cases, celebrities, school officials said.

“The energy as soon as she walked in to the time that she left was absolutely explosive,” said Jeehyun Kim, a 10th grader who had the chance to meet April Armstrong, an award-winning writer from the Bronx.

Kim said she was able to take what she learned in English then mesh it with what was taught on how to write stories, add value and expression to characters.

“Her teachings were invaluable,” she said. “Because it allowed us to feel free to

amazing time with her.”

Another session set up by Roberts with the help of former teen magazine writer, Jen Calonita to get students to interview celebrities.

“The students conduct background research, determine what’s an appropriate or inappropriate question, follow the celebrity on Twitter before speaking with them via Skype,” Roberts said.

After the entire process, they then write up a group essay with every student contributing according to Roberts.

Roberts said the purpose of the exercises was to teach the students how to construct stories.

Kimberly Esquiling, a 10th grader at Wheatley attended a session run by Alan Semerdjian, an artist and educator.

“I enjoyed it a lot because he has different writing styles that he taught us and he played songs for us,” said Kimberly Esquilin, also a 10th-grader at the Wheatley School.

Esquilin said she learned about the different genres of music and that her presenter knew a few songs from some of her favorite artists and thought “it was very cool” Kamberg said “the enthusiasm shown by the students demonstrates how positive the Midterm Experience really is.”

Collier said the workshop presenters come Wheatley based on the fact that the school commits resources to something

Photo courtesy of Wheatley School principal Sean Feeney.

Students at the Wheatley School during the two hour Midterm Experience program. that’s different.

“To be able to do this is one of the things that makes Wheatley special to me,” Collier said The program which only caters to ninth- and 10th-graders is funded by the Parent Teachers Fund.

“I’d like the Midterm Experience to continue because of the skills I learned and

benefits of the program,” Esquilin said.

Wheatley principal Sean Feeney told the board there isn’t any program like the Midterm Experience at other schools as far as he knows.

Collier, Roberts, three of their students shared their experience with the East Williston School Board on Monday night Feb. 22 at the Wheatley School.

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Holy Spirit’s 6th Annual Oldies Concert Holy Spirit Church is having its 6th Annual Oldies Concert on SATURDAY, MARCH 12, 2016

Town okays walking dogs in three parks

By J oe N i k i c

RISKY BUSINESS will be the main entertainment for the evening! This group includes a 9 piece band!

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The show will begin with new dance performances by the Louis Bene Dance Company!

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Doors open at 6pm. Dinner is included. The cost of the ticket is $35.00. If the ticket is purchased at the door the cost will be $40.00 per ticket.

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The last five Oldies Concerts have been a lot of fun and have been great fundraisers for the parish! Come join us for an evening of Oldies music and a trip down memory lane! Bring your friends and reserve your table early! All are welcome!

Following a six-month pilot program allowing dogs in three Town of North Hempstead parks, the town board unanimously voted last week to permanently extend the program and permit resident dog owners to walk their dogs in town parks.

“We want all of our dog owners to have the ability to have a park in North Hempstead that they can bring their dogs,” Town Supervisor Judi Bosworth said.

The program allows residents to bring dogs to North Hempstead Beach Park in Port Washington, Michael J. Tully Park in New Hyde Park and Mary Jane Davies Green in Manhasset as long as they

are leashed.

Parks Commissioner Jill Weber said during a twomonth online survey the town received mostly positive feedback from residents who wanted an extension of the program.

Port Washington resident William Coddington said at the board meeting that he has seen very little monitoring and issuing of tickets for violations of the program.

“I walk the beach at Hempstead Harbor at least once, and sometimes twice, a day, so I am well qualified to tell you there is little to no monitoring,” Coddington said. “I have witnessed unleashed dogs numerous times and can rarely find

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He said the survey questions were biased towards dog owners.

While the town has taken initiatives to monitor violators, Weber said there is difficulty in trying to get all residents to obey the law.

“We have worked with public safety. We hired some additional security folks in the summer time to really try and get people to abide by the law,” she said. “Sometimes it doesn’t work as well as we’d like.”

Acting Town Public Safety Commissioner Shawn Brown said code enforcement officers are alerted by park security of violations, but need to physically see the violation to issue a ticket.

“If we find a violation, we will issue a court appearance ticket. They physically must appear,” Brown said.

“They can’t pay for a violation by mail, they must appear and discuss the violation.”

He added that the court will determine the fine on a case-by-case basis.

Town Councilwoman Dina De Giorgio suggested more clear signage alerting residents to what they can receive a violation for once they enter any of the three parks.

While the program was made permanent, Bosworth said, the town would continue to look for improvements “We will continue to work to make sure there is enforcement,” she said.

Transportation requests due April 1 East Williston Residents of the East Williston school district whose children will be attending a private or parochial school during the 2016-17 school year are hereby advised that requests for transportation must be filed with the school district no later than April 1, 2016.

If parents anticipate enrollment of their child in a private or parochial school in September 2016, even though their child has not been accepted as of this date, a written request for transportation should be made at this time.

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2nd town employee joins Assembly race

By J oe N i k i c Town of North Hempstead Deputy Chief of Staff Nick Guariglia has joined the Democratic race for the 16th Assembly District seat, pitting him against former town Public Safety Commissioner, Andrew DeMartin.

The Port Washington resident formed a campaign committee Monday to run for the 16th Assembly seat, which will be vacated by outgoing state Assemblywoman Michelle Schimel (D-Port Washington).

He began serving as the town’s deputy chief of staff since January 2014 after serving for two years as deputy chief of staff for the minority of the Nassau County Legislature, according to his LinkedIn profile.

Guariglia told Newsday he was a “progressive Democrat” who supports paid family leave legislation and highlighted his work in the town passing anti-discrimination legislation protecting transgender employees.

DeMartin, 50, of Great Neck, resigned from his town post last month to focus on his run for the state Assembly.

He said balancing his job requirements with his run for election would hinder his ability to run a successful cam-

paign.

DeMartin served as a commissioner for the Manhasset-Lakeville Water & Fire District from 2008 to 2013.

Schimel announced on Jan. 7 she would not seek re-election.

She was first elected to the state Assembly in March 2007 after defeating Republican Ryan DeCicco in a special election, receiving 86 percent of the votes.

She replaced Thomas DiNapoli, who the state Legislature selected as state Comptroller that year.

Guariglia, 31, served as Town Supervisor Judi Bosworth’s campaign manager in her first run for the town post in 2013.

At the age of 23, he ran an unsuccessful campaign against County Executive Edward Mangano, who was then a county legislator for the 17th district, in 2007.

Guariglia told Newsday he would work to get “corruption out of politics” through campaign-finance reform.

Efforts to reach Guariglia were unavailing.

Reach reporter Joe Nikic by e-mail at jnikic@theislandnow.com, by phone at 516.307.1045 x203. Also follow us on Twitter @joenikic and Facebook at facebook.com/theislandnow.

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he 2016 Spring Elliman Film Series begins on opens in grand fashion on Tuesday, March 8 at Soundview Cinemas, 7 Soundview Market Place, Port Washington, with “Hello, My Name is Doris,” directed by Michael Showalter and starring twotime Academy Award winner Sally Field along with Max Greenfield and Tyne Daly.

After a lifetime of being overlooked and ignored, a woman of a certain age finds her world turned upside down by a handsome new co-worker and a self-help seminar that inspires her to take a chance on love.

When Doris Miller (Sally Field) meets John Fremont (Max Greenfield), her company’s hip new art director, sparks fly—at least for Doris. Her first encounter with true romance (outside of the pages of a novel) convinces Doris that she and the mostly unaware John are meant for each other.

In the cluttered house she shared with her late mother, Doris mines the Internet for information on her one-and-only, guided by the 13-year-old granddaughter of her best pal Roz (Tyne Daly).

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Eager for all the experiences she has missed out on, Doris throws caution to the wind and follows her heart for the very first time. Hello, My Name is Doris is a witty and compassionate late-life coming-of-age-story.

Tickets are $15 ($10 students) in advance; $20 at the door. Subscriptions are $75 regular / $65 seniors. In addition to the above films, subscribers will receive a bonus screening during the Spring Furman Film Series and discounts at local restaurants Bosphorus and HarborQ. The Elliman Film Series continues Wednesday, March 16 at 7:30 p.m. with a screening of “Margarita, with a Straw” followed by a question and answer session with co-director Nilesh Maniyar.

On Wednesday, March 30 at 7:30 p.m. the series offers the new film “Louder than Bombs,” starring Gabriel Byrne, Isabelle Huppert, Amy Ryan, and Jesse Eisenberg.

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The top seven events

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Regina Carter’s Southern Comfort

Sunday, March 6, 8 p.m.

On her Southern Comfort tour, prodigiously gifted violinist Regina Carter pays homage to her grandfather’s roots as a coal miner in Alabama and celebrates the joyous folk music that infused her early childhood. She explores blues, gospel, spirituals, folk and country music as they evolved with jazz, R&B and global influences, She covers traditional southern songs as well as a couple of notable classics.

Where: Landmark On Main Street 232 Main Street, Suite 1 Port Washington Info: (516) 767-1384 ext. 101 • www.landmarkonmainstreet.org

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Ms. Lauryn Hill Friday, March 4, 8 p.m.

Ms. Lauryn Hill’s prolific rhymes catapulted her into the public eye as a member of the Fugees, who, along with Wycleff Jean,. recorded two iconic albums “Blunted on Reality” and “The Score.” She made her stamp as a solo artist with her debut The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill in 1998 and most recently contributed six songs to last year’s tribute to Nina Simone “What Happened, Miss Simone?”

Where: NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury Info: (516) 247-5200 • www.thetheatreatwestbury.com

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Pink Floyd Experience Saturday, March 5, 8 p.m.

The Pink Floyd Experience (PFX) is much more than a flawless recreation of the legendary songs. PFX echoes everything that made Pink Floyd one of rock & roll’s greatest icons. It’s a celebration of the music, themes and innovation that this great band brought to fans around the world. It is Pink Floyd, up close and personal, without losing the scope and power of their performance.

Where: The Space at Westbury, 250 Post Ave., Westbury Info: (516) 283.5566 • www.thespaceatwestbury.com

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Written by David Auburn, directed by Brian Rose and featuring the students of the Adelphi Department of Theatre, this Pulitzer, Drama Desk and Tony award-winning play is a work that explores the unknowability of love as much as it does the mysteries of science. Centered on a troubled young woman coping with the death of her genius father, the arrival of her estranged sister, Claire; and the attentions of Hal, a former student of her father’s.

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Where: Tilles Center For The Performing Arts LIU Post, 720 Northern Boulevard, Brookville Info: (516) 299-3100 • http://tillescenter.org

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Jim Norton Friday, March 4, 8 p.m.

The Paramount Comedy Series presents American comedian, radio personality, bestselling author and actor, Jim Norton co-host of The Opie with Jim Norton Show on Sirius XM Radio who currently has three one-hour comedy specials available on Hulu. He has regularly guest-starred on The Tonight Show, The Late Show with David Letterman, Louie, and Inside Amy Schumer.

Where: The Paramount 370 New York Ave., Huntington Info: (631) 673-7300 ext. 303 www.paramountny.com

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Friday, March 4, 8 p.m.

Giselle tells the story of a beautiful young peasant girl and a deceitful man who lures her into a deceptive engagement. When the truth comes out, Giselle goes mad and dies of a broken heart. Her spirit returns to haunt him, but her love eventually saves him in a battle between the mortal and immortal worlds. Don’t miss composer Adolphe Adam’s classic telling of one of the world’s most famous full length ballets.

Where: The Madison Theatre at Molloy College 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre Info: (516) 323-4444 •http://madisontheatreny.org

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ackapausha Museum Open Thursdays-Sundays, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

The Tackapausha Museum offers a window into the varied natural habitats of Long Island, including plants and wildlife in different seasons. Visitors can see lively animal exhibits and monthly scheduled presentations that include birds of prey, reptiles, amphibians and small mammals. $3 adult/ $2 senior citizens and children ages 5-12; free for children under 5.

Where: Tackapausha Museum and Preserve 2225 Washington Avenue, Seaford Info: (516) 571-7443 • www. tackapausha.org

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Guests all over the country are invited to celebrate the 11th Annual National Pancake Day at participating IHOP restaurants and enjoy a free short stack of Buttermilk pancakes. In return for the free pancakes, guests are asked to consider leaving a donation for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals(c) and other designated local charities.

Where: IHOP, 145 Hillside Avenue, Williston Park Info: (516) 746-8421 • www.ihop.com

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Friday, March 4 through Sunday, March 6 Friday, 4:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m., Saturday, 10:00 a.m. -7:00 p.m., and Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

The Long Island Pet Expo is designed as a family oriented event to educate and entertain the public about the wonderful world of pets and responsible pet ownership while making available an outstanding shopping venue of products and services pertaining to pets and pet lovers. There will be demonstrations in the dog ring, cat agility demonstrations, the Rainforest Reptile Shows along with Birds, Ferrets, Alpacas and a petting zoo and pony rides. An important aspect of the Long Island Pet Expo is the Adoption and Rescue Agencies that participate to provide the public with the information on adoptions and responsible pet ownership.

The public is welcome to bring their well-behaved leashed pets. $12 adult; $5 Children 4-11 and children 3 and under are admitted free.

Where: Suffolk Community College Health and Exposition Center, 1001 Crooked Hill Road, Brentwood Info: (631) 423-0620 www.familypetshows.com/long-island-pet-expo

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he Chocolate Expo 2016 Sunday, March 6, 2016 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Celebrate your passion… and celebrate life! Chocolate is truly one of life’s simple pleasures. Almost everyone loves chocolate! The Chocolate Expo, now one of the very largest chocolate events in the U.S., offers tastings & sales of chocolates, baked goods and more. The Expo event combines chocolate and food with a dash of fun such as unique exhibits, performances, demonstrations and/ or celebrity appearances. Online Tickets: Adults $15/Children $10 (Ages 2-12). Admission at the Door: Adults $20/Children $15 (Ages 2-12).

Where: Cradle of Aviation Museum Charles Lindbergh Boulevard, Garden City Info: 516-572-4111 • www.cradleofaviation.org

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he World Is in Our Hands Sunday, March 6, 2:00 p.m.

Celebrate Women’s History Month by learning about Rachel Carson! As a wellknown environmentalist and writer, Rachel believed in the preservation of our environment and living in harmony with our surroundings. Her work helped promote a new age of environmental awareness in the United States. Join us to learn about her impactful career and create a piece of art using natural materials to honor her legacy. Ages: 5 and up. Fee: $3 with museum admission ($2 LICM members).

Where: Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Avenue, Garden City Info: 516-224-5800 • www.licm.org

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Nighttime (with outdoor stargazing) or Daytime Explorations Saturday, March 5, 6 p.m., 6:40 p.m., 7:20 p.m. or 8 p.m.

Sunday, March 6, 11 a.m., 11:45 a.m., 12:45 p.m., 1:30 p.m. or 2:15 p.m.

Discover the magical night sky in the indoor, inflatable Starlab Portable Planetarium. Following the 30-minute sky show, stay for a variety of astronomy crafts. Dress for the outdoors and hope for a clear night: if conditions allow, we’ll see our moon shadows and “connect the dots” of the real Big Dipper above the Preserve’s Great Lawn. Nighttime and Daytime Programs: $5 per person. Parking: $10 per car or free with Membership Pass.

Ages 4+. All children must be accompanied by adult.

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“Hello, My Name is Doris” at Elliman Film Series Saturday, March 12, 8 p.m.

Your Big Break Semi-Finals Wednesday, March 16, 7:30 p.m.

Margarita, with a Straw: Q&A with codirector Nilesh Maniyar Wednesday, March 30, 7:30 p.m.

Film Screening: Louder than Bombs Tuesday, April 5, 7:30 p.m.

Film Screening: Very Semi-Serious LANDMARK ON MAIN STREET 232 Main Street, Suite 1 Port Washington (516) 767-1384 ext. 101 www.landmarkonmainstreet.org Saturday, March 5, 8 p.m.

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Regina Carter’s Southern Comfort Thursday, March 10, 8 p.m.

Jorma Kaukonen Friday, March 11, 8 p.m.

Paula Poundstone Sunday, March 13, 8 p.m.

Pink Martini Friday, March 18, 8 p.m.

Martin Sexton Sunday, March 20, 11 a.m., 2 p.m.

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Tom Rush & John Sebastian Saturday, April 9, 2 p.m.

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Graham Parker w/ Brinsley Schwarz Friday, April 15, 8 p.m.

Tommy Tune: Taps, Tunes & Tall Tales Saturday, April 16, 8 p.m.

Dennis Elsas: Rock’n’Roll Never Forgets Thursday, April 28, 7:30 p.m.

The Subdudes Friday, April 29, 7:30 p.m.

Afro Cuban All Stars Saturday, May 7, 3 p.m.

Pushcart Players in Peter & the Wolf

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Alan Cumming Sings Sappy Songs Thursday, June 23, 2016, 7:30 p.m.

Tommy Emmanuel NYCB Theatre at Westbury 960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury.

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Ms. Lauryn Hill Sunday, March 6, 8 p.m.

Rain: A Tribute To The Beatles Friday, March 11, 8 p.m.

Howie Mandel Saturday, March 12, 8 p.m.

Dick Fox’s Spring Doo Wop Extravaganza Saturday, March 19, 7:30 p.m.

70s Soul Jam Friday, April 1, 8 p.m.

Patti LaBelle Saturday, April 2, 8 p.m.

Sinbad Sunday, April 10, 7 p.m.

Take 6 & The Manhattan Transfer Thursday, April 28, 8 p.m.

Martin Short Saturday, April 30, 3 p.m.

Kool & The Gang Sunday, May 1, 7 p.m.

Under The Streetlamp Friday, May 6, 8 p.m.

Generation Axe! - A Night Of Guitars Saturday, May 7, 7 p.m.

The Whispers, The Manhattans, Regina Belle Friday, May 13, 7 p.m.

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I Love the 90s Show Thursday, May 19, 7 p.m.

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YOUR WIDOWED SOCIAL GROUP The group meets on the third Wednesday of the each month (except July and August) from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at St. Joseph’s R.C. FOR TRIVIA LOVERS Church on Franklin Ave. and Fifth Street, At 7 p.m. Two Wednesday nights each Garden City. There is a $5 fee for members month at Page One Restaurant, 90 School St. Glen Cove. Call (516) 625-8804 and a $8 fee for non-members. For additional information, please call (516) 481-9280. for information.

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Spring cleaning projects you don’t want to forget S pring cleaning is an annual tradition in many households. After a winter spent cooped up indoors, spring cleaning can rejuvenate a household and provide a great chance to rid a home of a season’s worth of clutter.

Donating old clothes and cleaning out the garage are popular spring cleaning projects, but there are a host of additional tasks homeowners can tackle to freshen up their homes this spring.

Floors

When cleaning their homes in the spring, homeowners should not forget to inspect their curtains, which can accumulate dust and dirt over the course of winter.

Simply vacuuming or sweeping the floors might not be enough to banish some of winter’s most uninvited guests.

Dust has a way of settling into a home over the course of a typical winter, and it’s easy for a home’s inhabitants to track dirt and debris inside as well. After vacuuming or sweeping floors, go over them with a mop. Doing so can remove any lingering dust, dirt, debris, and allergens the vacuum or broom failed to pick up. Apply wood cleaner and polish to wood floors to make them look even cleaner.

Baseboards

Though baseboards might not seem all that dirty, upon closer inspection homeowners might notice substantial accumulations of dirt and dust. Such dirt and dust many not be removed so easily, so homeowners might need to use hot water and a sponge to remove any debris that is clinging.

Curtains Curtains also may have absorbed substantial amounts of dust, dirt and debris over the winter. This might be more visible near the end of winter when more sunlight begins to shine through. Clean the curtains in adherence to the manufacturer instructions before you open windows for the season so any wind that blows in does not spread debris onto nearby furniture. Once the curtains have been washed, opening windows may help them dry more quickly.

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Inspect ceilings, tubs, shower stalls, and floors for any signs of mold growth or grime. Mold growth in a home can lead to respiratory problems and exacerbate existing conditions such as asthma, so it’s best to inspect bathrooms for any signs of mold growth throughout winter.

If you have let that slip, prioritize such inspections come spring cleaning time.

Furniture It’s easy to overlook furniture when tackling spring cleaning, but dust and dirt can quickly accumulate on couches and chairs over the course of winter. When possible, vacuum furniture to remove any debris that might have accumulated while windows and doors were kept shut, and shampoo any cushions or seat covers that don’t pass the smell test.

Spring cleaning encompasses a host of tasks, and homeowners who want a truly clean house should not overlook smaller tasks that can produce big results.

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Three ways to improve indoor air quality all year long

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s winter wears on, it’s not uncommon for people living in cold weather climates to experience some cabin fever. Winter weather confines many people to their homes, making many antsy to get out once the first signs of spring begin to appear.

In addition to contributing to cabin fever, winter weather can have a negative impact on indoor air quality. While air pollution is something most often associated with densely populated cities, the air inside homes is not immune to pollution, especially during long winters when windows are often closed for months at a time.

Though open windows in spring and summer can vastly improve indoor air quality, there are ways to ensure that air stays fresh and healthy regardless of which season it happens to be.

1. Clean the floors.

Dirty floors are one of the chief contributors to poor indoor air quality.

Dust, dirt, pollen, and pet dander can accumulate on floors, leading to poor air quality and potentially aggravating respiratory conditions such as asthma. When vacuuming, use a vacuum with a HEPA filter, which is a uniquely designed mechanical air filter that traps harmful particles such as pollen, pet dander and dust mites.

When you finish vacuuming, mop floors to gather any dust or allergens that escaped the vacuum.

2. Control indoor air moisture.

Moist air is great for dust mites and mold, both of which are very bad for humans, so do everything you can to maintain healthy levels of indoor air moisture. Dehumidifiers can reduce

Mopping after vacuuming can remove any lingering allergens and improve indoor air quality. indoor air moisture and control allergens, but it’s important to take additional steps as well. When bathing, try to keep a bathroom window open on a slight crack to prevent mold growth. When preparing meals in the kitchen, make use of your exhaust fan. In addition, don’t overwater houseplants, as they can become breeding grounds for mold.

3. Resist synthetic fragrances.

A home that smells good tends to feel more pleasant, especially during winter months when windows are closed. But synthetic fragrances, such as those found in detergents and air fresheners, may be provid-

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ing that welcoming scent at a heavy cost to a home’s inhabitants. Such fragrances may be emitting various chemicals, including volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, into the air, affecting indoor air quality and possibly even human health. When buying laundry products, look for those that are fragrance-free, also choosing home cleaning products that do not include any artificial fragrances.

Indoor air quality tends to suffer in colder months, when windows are closed and doors are open only briefly. But homeowners can take a handful of simple yet effective steps to ensure the air in their homes is healthy all year long.

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Expanding a home requires careful consideration. While the end results can be spectacular, expansion is typically a long and costly process that will impede on the lifestyles of a home’s inhabitants during the renovation process. Expect loud noises, work crews and sawdust throughout the project. Depending on which areas are being renovated, residents may feel their lives are in upheaval until the expansion project has been completed.

2. Visit your building inspection or municipal office to learn the local regulations. You want to ensure that any renovations you make are done in keeping with safety codes and laws.

3. While you’re thinking of your neighbors, give them the heads up on your potential plans. This way they will not be surprised by the extra noise and activity when the renovation begins.

Familiarizing yourself with the expansion process and recognizing potential snags along the way can make planning and coping that much easier.

4. Remodeling can cost anywhere from $200 to $600 per square foot added. You’ll need to figure out a way to pay for the renovations, and you may consider refinancing your home. Make sure it is a smart time financially to do so based on current real estate market conditions. Also know that additions will likely increase your home insurance coverage needs. Consult with the insurance company about estimated charges and any restrictions they have.

1. Many homeowners first consult with a contractor when mulling over expansions. However, you may want to speak with an architect first. He or she may be able to suggest renovations that fit with your neighborhood and appeal to prospective buyers when you decide to sell your home in the future.

5. Consider a standalone structure when mulling over your options.

Sometimes the cost of putting up a free-standing office or another structure on your property may end up being less expansive than expanding on what you already have. Think creatively and research all of your options before committing to a project.

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Modifications to make bathrooms safer when a person is getting in or out of the tub. Falls occur when people slip on wet surfaces or get dizzy and lose consciousness within the tight confines of the bathroom.

optimal leverage and stability, such as close to the shower and on each side of the toilet.

the shower, making it safer for those who have difficulty stepping into and out of bathtubs.

Chairs

Lever-style fixtures

Although bathroom injuries are mostly associated with the elderly, anyone is susceptible to such injuries. Debilitating diseases, instability from an accident or injury or even impaired vision can trigger a bathroom accident. Thankfully, some minor modifications can make bathrooms safer for everyone.

A bath/shower chair can make bathing safer. Pharmacies and medical supply retailers carry these sturdy, plastic chairs and stools which can fit inside of a shower or tub. They enable a person to rest his or her legs and sit while bathing. When remodeling a bathroom, have a seating area built into the design of the shower enclosure so that the addition looks seamless.

Knob temperature controls on faucets can be challenging to grasp for people with arthritis or poor grips. Lever-style fixtures are easier to maneuver and can help prevent scalding. These levers also are easier for children to manage.

The National Kitchen and Bath Builders Association recommends installing pressure-balanced and temperaturecontrolled valves in the bath and shower.

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ew areas in a home can prove as perilous as bathrooms. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says every year around 235,000 people over the age of 15 visit emergency rooms in the United States because of injuries suffered in bathrooms. The majority of these injuries — many of which require hospitalization — result from falls.

Injuries sustained in bathrooms typically occur in and around bathtubs, usually

Unsteady individuals may rely on towel bars or shower knobs to provide some balance when maneuvering around bathrooms. But such items were not designed to support a person’s weight and can be slippery, making grab bars the safer choice.

Look for bars with slip-resistant surfaces instead of chrome plating. Bolted-in bars that are fixed to the studs in a wall, provide more reliable support than bars that employ suction to stay connected to the wall.

Install the bars where they provide

Transfer bench Many injuries occur when people are attempting to get in and out of the tub or shower, but a transfer bench can greatly reduce the risk of such injuries.

The bench is placed outside of the tub, and users just sit on the bench and then swing their legs over the ledge of the tub rather than stepping over while standing.

Walk-in showers Some homeowners are eliminating tubs from their homes altogether. A walk-in shower provides a barrier-free entry into

Forgiving flooring Tile may be preferred around the bathroom, but it can be cold and slippery.

Investigate other water-resistant flooring materials that may be softer underfoot and offer greater traction. Rubber flooring made from recycled tires is one option that is gaining ground for its practicality and sustainability.

Changes around the bathroom can alleviate many of the risks that contribute to the hundreds of thousands of injuries that occur in bathrooms every year.

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Spring has Arrived at Hicks Nurseries Enjoy beautiful spring flowers, water features and garden accents at the Hicks Nurseries’ Flower & Garden Show in Westbury. The 26th annual show celebrates the unique landscapes of the United States. Free and indoors, the show is open through Sunday, March 20th.

“Gardens can be as diverse as the landscape of our great country,” said Nelson Demarest, Visual Merchandising Manager of Hicks Nurseries. “The gardens of our 2016 Flower Show demonstrate how homeowners can eas- Restful Pond of the Pacific Northwest Garden ily create the look of their The Pacific Northwest has ments of texture and color favorite vacation destina- some of the most beautiful can create the impression of tions here in their Long gardens in the country. The the southwest in your own Island Garden.” display is centered around a Long Island garden.

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Planting workshops for children and adults will also be available including the ever popular free children’s pea seed planting. For a full list of activities and events, visit www.HicksNurseries.com.

The 26th Annual Flower & Garden Show, which runs March 3rd-20th, is free and indoors. It is open MondayThursday 8am-6pm and Friday-Sunday 8am-8pm.

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Stainless steel is lauded for its strength and resistance to corrosion and rust. These attributes make it a popular choice in kitchens, where moisture is an issue. Although they are certainly durable choices, stainless steel appliances require maintenance to keep them looking and performing at their best. Considering that stainless steel also costs more than other finish options, taking the time to learn proper care can help protect homeowners’ investments.

Avoid chlorine bleach or other products containing chloride.

Although stainless steel is highly resistant to corrosion, it is not completely impervious. Chlorine products can damage the surface of stainless steel appliances and stain them if the chlorine is left to sit.

Do not use metal scourers or coarse abrasives on the stainless steel because such products may scratch the steel. Steel wool pads can leave behind a residue of small

metal particles that may eventually rust.

Baking soda mixed with a little dish soap can be used to remove some tough dirt and stains. Rinse well and towel dry to avoid streaking.

Clean and wipe the steel in the direction of the “grain.” Usually this means working from the top of the appliance and moving down toward the floor.

Consult with the owner’s manual before undertaking any maintenance or cleaning. The appliance may have a special coating over the stainless steel to help protect it, and it’s best to know what you’re dealing with before getting your hands dirty.

If you will be trying a cleaning product or scouring method, always test it first in an inconspicuous spot to see if it is effective or harmful.

Julien, a leader in commercial kitchen equipment, recommends applying cleansers with a soft cloth or sponge. Then wipe dry with a soft, clean cloth or allow to air dry.

Stainless steel remains a popular material in kitchens for sinks and appliances. With care, stainless steel can look like new for years to come.

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Sustainable flooring options abound than outdoors. A major contributor to indoor air pollution are the volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, being off-gassed by carpeting and other flooring in a home.

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itchen and bathroom remodeling projects tend to make great investments, earning homeowners significant returns when they sell their homes down the road. But flooring upgrades are another home renovation project that can attract attention and help sellers when they put their homes on the market.

Home flooring options abound, and it is easy to get excited and overwhelmed about flooring renovation projects. When choosing new flooring materials, homeowners should keep in mind the latest consumer trends, as those trends might help them recoup more of their flooring investment down the road.

One popular flooring trend is the use of sustainable materials. In addition to the more widely known benefits of choosing sustainable flooring, such as protecting natural resources and reducing a home’s carbon footprint, sustainable flooring can help reduce indoor air pollution. Various studies from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency have shown that indoor air pollutant levels may be higher indoors

Flooring manufacturers and designers are embracing the green design and remodeling movement.

Today there are many beautiful and sustainable eco-flooring options. Here are some of the more popular materials.

Bamboo: Contrary to popular belief, bamboo is not a wood, but a grass. It is a fast-growing grass, and that makes it a smart choice in many design applications. Also, unlike wood, which will absorb moisture and can warp, bamboo repels water and can be used for flooring in areas where one wouldn’t think to put wood, such as in bathrooms, entryways or mudrooms. Bamboo is naturally very light in color, but can be stained in many different hues to give homeowners more options.

Green carpeting: Consumers can now find a wide range of sustainable carpets and rugs that are available at competitive prices. Wool carpets made with undyed or vegetable-dyed yarns and minimal glues are some options. Some carpets are even made from recycled content, such as rubber and plas-

tics. Water-based, low-VOC adhesives paired with recycled cotton padding can reduce the toxicity and impact of carpeting even further.

Cork: Growing in popularity, cork is a material harvested from the bark of cork trees found in the forests of the Mediterranean. The bark grows back every three years, so it is a handy renewable resource. Cork boasts fire-retardant properties and may naturally repel insects. It can usually be stained to suit various color schemes.

Rubber: Rubber flooring may call to mind fitness gyms and playground safety substrate, but it’s also slowly finding its way into homes. Made from recycled tires, rubber flooring is flexible underfoot and can be long-lasting and colorful.

Reclaimed wood: Rather than purchasing brand new hardwood planks for flooring, homeowners can opt for reclaimed wood reused from other building applications. After some sanding, staining and finishing, reclaimed wood provides homeowners with the opportunity to choose traditional hardwood flooring without any concerns about deforestation.

Eco-friendly flooring materials continue to evolve and can be smart choices in today’s homes.

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any people are familiar with the idea that a strong first impression can go a long way. While that idea is most often referenced in regard to personal interactions, it’s also applicable to real estate.

When selling a home, homeowners who emphasize curb appeal may find it far easier to sell their homes. Curb appeal refers to the impression a home’s exterior makes on people seeing the home for the first time. In 2014, the online real estate database Zillow® surveyed real estate agents and found that curb appeal was one of the five most important factors when selling a home.

Projects that improve curb appeal can be vast undertakings or simpler projects, and the following are a handful of projects to improve a home’s curb appeal that run the gamut from simple to complex.

Clean up the yard. Cleaning up the yard is among the simpler yet most effective projects to improve a home’s curb appeal. When selling their homes, homeowners should clear the yard of any clutter, including kids’ toys, grass clippings or items that might be scattered throughout the yard. A cluttered yard suggests homeowners do not care much about their home’s appearance, and that may lead buyers to think that indifference extended to maintaining the home’s interior as well. Many buyers will ignore properties without any external aesthetic appeal, but cleaning up the yard does not require much effort or expense on the part of sellers.

Make the main entryway more inviting. Creating a more inviting entryway won’t be as simple as cleaning up the yard, but it can help create a strong first impression without breaking the bank.

To begin, remove plants and furniture from the front porch or area surrounding

the doorway, as such items can create a cluttered feel. If the front door is old, replace it. Custom doors may be expensive, but they might add the wow factor buyers are looking for. If a new door is beyond your means or just unnecessary, repaint the door, ideally in a color that complements the color of your home and the surrounding landscape.

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Address pavement problems. Paving problems are not necessarily an expensive fix, but the cost of repairing driveways and walkways can add up if it’s been awhile since these areas were refurbished. Still, one of the first things buyers will notice when getting out of their cars is the ground they’re walking on, so patch and repair or even replace driveways and walkways that have fallen into disrepair.

Add or upgrade outdoor living spaces. Outdoor living spaces also can set a property apart from others on the market. A recent study from the National Association of Realtors found that buyers would not hesitate to pay asking price for homes with outdoor living spaces.

When adding or upgrading outdoor living spaces, try to depersonalize the spaces as much as possible, as buyers want to picture themselves, and not the sellers, enjoying these areas. Include some comfortable furniture, adequate lighting and a dining area in your outdoor living space as well.

Curb appeal can add a lot to a home, while lack of such appeal can make a home difficult to sell. Homeowners who want to sell their properties for asking price or more should address curb appeal before putting their homes on the market.

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Time for a Japanese book club meeting Well, it’s that time of year again.

My turn to host the book club meeting. As you all know, I love a theme.... this time the book is The Hare with The Amber Eyes, a historical account of the Ephrussi family, illustrated through a collection of Netsukes, small hand-held Japanese carvings, that were originally used as ornamental ties on obis.

I immediately called my childhood friend, Maggie Keats, whose Mom was a fervid collector of Netsukes, to be a guest speaker. Couple this with a few Japanese hors d’oeuvres, and easy to make favorite hors d’oeuvres, sake, use of a kimono as a table cloth and another kimono to wear, the evening is set for tasty treats and engaging conversation.

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2. Heat water in the bottom section of your steamer. Oil the bottom of the steaming compartment. Place gyozas in the steamer on their side. Do not overlap.

Steam, covered, for 5 minutes.

Serve steaming hot.

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2. Squeeze excess water off the mushrooms. Cut the stems off and discard. Mince the caps.

3. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a work and stir fry pork mixture until cooked, about 5 minutes.

Add mushrooms, water chestnuts and bamboo shoots. Stir fry for 2 more minutes.

4. Sprinkle in sherry and add scallion. Toss for a minute.

Then pour in the cornstarch/water mixture. Stir fry until the filling thickens, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl to cool.

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Black Americans on Great White Way On Friday, March 4, 2016 at 7:30 p.m., Broadway producer Stewart F. Lane will be the guest in the pulpit at Temple Emanuel of Great Neck. He will offer the talk, “Black Broadway: African Americans on the Great White Way.” Stewart F. Lane is the founder of BroadwayHD.com, a stage to screen production and distribution company expanding the reach of Broadway shows by making them available in cinemas, PPV and streaming online. BroadwayHD.com’s recent productions include: Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill (Audra McDonald), Romeo and Juliet (Orlando Bloom), Cyrano de Bergerac (Kevin Kline), and Stephen Sondheim’s Company (Neil Patrick Harris, Stephen Colbert, Pattie Lupone). The launch of BroadwayHD’s streaming service in September 2015 introduced the world’s largest collection of stage to screen content to the global audience.

Mr. Lane is a six-time Tony award winning producer for A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, War Horse, Jay Johnson: The Two & Only, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Will Rogers Follies and La Cage Aux Folles, as well as garnering an additional eight nominations for the Broadway Productions of The Merchant of Venice starring Al Pacino, Alfred Hitchcock’s The 39 Steps, Sunday in the Park with George (revival), The Best Man

(revival), Fiddler on the Roof (revival) starring Alfred Molina, Gypsy (revival) starring Bernadette Peters, 1776 (revival), The Goodbye Girl starring Martin Short, and Woman of the Year starring Lauren Bacall. Other productions include Cyrano De Bergerac starring Kevin Kline, Legally Blonde, Wait Until Dark starring Quentin Tarantino and Marisa Tomei, Enron, Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, A Street Car Named Desire and many more.

Currently, Mr. Lane is producing the Gloria and Emilio Estefan musical biography On Your Feet. He has been nominated for and received numerous other industry awards.

Mr. Lane has written the critically acclaimed Black Broadway: African Americans on the Great White Way (Square One Publishers), the subject for his talk. Publishers Weekly offers this praise: “Filled with blackand-white and color photos and illustrations, this richly informative book by six-time Tony Award-winning Broadway producer Lane honors the legacy of determined AfricanAmerican performers and ground-breaking productions . . . With photo stills and original theater-bill cover art, this is a wonderful, insightful history of black theater.”

Additional books include: Jews on Broadway (McFarland Publishers), Let’s Put on a Show, (Working Arts Library) which is also on DVD, and the plays In The Wings (published in the spring 2008 by Hal Leonard), If It Was Easy (published by Performing Books and nominated for Best New Play by the American Theatre Critics Association), and A Moment In Time (with music and lyrics

by John Denver) which he was awarded The 2011 John Denver Spirit Award for his work.

Mr. Lane’s talk is preceded by a brief service. Following his talk, there will be a Q & A, and, in conclusion, a book signing, when refreshments will be served. All members of the community are invited to attend. Admission is free.

Temple Emanuel of Great Neck is located at 150 Hicks Lane, Great Neck, NY 11024.

For further information, please call 516-4825701.

Molloy exhibit to feature ex faculty chairperson As part of Molloy College’s 60th anniversary celebration The Frank and Gertrude Kaiser Art Gallery at Molloy College will present an exhibition on the work of Mary Ann Petry, former art faculty chairperson.

Petry was a member of the Molloy Art faculty from 1962 – 1973, and an Amityville Dominican from 1942-1974. She was a mentor to many students at Molloy – organizing art exhibits and encouraging students to enter art related professions.

During her career Petry’s work was exhibited regularly in Long Island and at regional institutions such as the Brooklyn

Museum, Pratt Institute, Lasell College and Fordham University.

The exhibition will run from March 10 – April 25 and will feature prints – woodcuts, etchings and lithographs as well as paintings. The show is augmented by photographs of Petry working in the art department and with students on campus.

There will be an opening reception on Thursday March 10, from 3 to 6 p.m. The community is invited.

For additional information please contact the Kaiser Art Gallery at (516) 3233196 or email artgallery@molloy.edu

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spoke gallery to show national winners March brings EXPO 35, the 2016 National Competition Winners Exhibition, to Huntington’s b.j spoke gallery. The exhibition displays several artworks from each of the 17 winning artists selected by Mary Potter, curatorial assistant at the Whitney Museum of American Art. Potter chose pieces produced in diverse media including video, batik painting on fabric, digital

sculpture, hanging sculpture, painting, drawing and photography. There will be an artists’ reception on Saturday, March 5, from 6 to 9 p.m. The public is invited to attend. The works will be on view from Thursday, March 3 until Sunday, April 3 at b.j.spoke gallery, 299 Main Street, Huntington. Call 631-549-5106 or visit www. bjspokegallery.org for information.

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Artist Max Vernon to Concert, reception at perform at Adelphi Old Westbury Gardens

Adelphi University Performing Arts Center (AUPAC) is proud to present the next installment of the Larson Legacy Concert showcasing the work of composer/lyricist, playwright, and performer Max Vernon, a recipient of The American Theatre Wing’s 2015 Jonathan Larson® Grants, on Sunday, March 6, at 3 p.m. in the Olmsted Theater at AUPAC at Adelphi University, 1 South Avenue, Garden City.

Vernon, a Dramatist Guild Fellow, an artist in residence at Rhinebeck Writer’s Retreat, and a JFund award recipient in addition to being awarded the Larson Grant has been described by the New Yorker as “equal parts Bohemia and Broadway,” as he mixes his signature eccentricity with the world of theater during live performances.

His performance at AUPAC will feature a cast of Broadway and Downtown

divas, in a celebration of Korean popstars, the apocalypse, sentient robots, aging club kids, homicidal hipster cults, and… love?

Vernon has performed more than 100 concerts in New York City, including sold out shows at Joe’s Pub (Frisk Me: The Songs of Max Vernon) and The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Civilians’ Let Me Ascertain You). Currently a member of Ars Nova’s Uncharted. His musicals include The View UpStairs (NYU, Pride Films and Plays); WIRED (Ars Nova); Co-Op (Ars Nova, Naked Radio); KPOP! (Ars Nova/Ma-Yi/Woodshed Collective); Show & Tell (Jerome Foundation, Civilians R&D Group); 30 Million Views (Keen Company) MFA: NYU-Graduate Musical Theatre Writing Program.

For more information on Max Vernon and his work, visit www.maxvernon.com.

G.N. Temple to host singer Bobby Harden The fourth season of Stephen C. Widom Cultural Arts at Emanuel continues on Tuesday, March 8, at 2 p.m., when Bobby Harden sings “Soulful Classics & Standards.”

Harden, New York City’s acclaimed soul/rhythm and blues singing sensation,

thrills audiences as lead singer of the worldfamous Original Blues Brothers Band.

From Marrakech to Munich, Tokyo to Moscow and Hong Kong to his home in New York’s Greenwich Village, Bobby Harden is a classic example of what it is to be a true soul/rhythm and blues crooner.

Bobby’s enormous personality immediately connects with his audience. He’s as compelling performing at the Obama Inaugural, Lincoln Center, headlining the Calgary Stampede in front of 16,000 cheering Canadians, in Torino, Italy for 20,000 as he is in intimate nightclubs.

Admission is free. Call 516.482.5701 for further information, to receive the 2015-16 SCW Cultural Arts booklet, and to learn about discounts for the SCW Sunday subscription series.

Temple Emanuel of Great Neck is located at 150 Hicks Lane, Great Neck, NY 11024.

Chamber Players International will present the second concert of its 2015/16 Landmark/Musical Cuisine series, on Sunday, March 6, with the concert at 2 p.m. and a wine/buffet reception at 3:30 p.m. at The Red Ballroom at Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Road in Old Westbury, NY. Wines are provided courtesy of Banfi Vintners.

This program features keyboard masterworks of J.S. Bach, including his Italian Concerto, and concertos in E major, BWV 1053, and G minor, BWV 1058. Piano soloist will be Julia Zilberquit, with violinist Bela Horvath and violist Mialtin Zhezha as other principal soloists.

Admission is $60 per person with group rates available. For reservations (required) and information, contact Chamber Players International toll-free at 877-444-4488 or visit http://chamberplayersinternational.org/.

Russian-born American pianist Julia Zilberquit has earned critical acclaim as a recitalist, orchestral soloist, chamber musician, and recording artist. She was praised by The New York Times as “an outstanding soloist” after her Carnegie Hall performance of Cesar Franck’s symphonic poem Les Djinns for piano and orchestra with Leon Botstein and the Ameri-

can Symphony Orchestra.

In 2014 Warner Classics released her CD, Bach: Complete Solo Keyboard Concertos; Bach-Vivaldi. This recording features the premiere of two Bach-Vivaldi Concerti Grossi arranged by Ms. Zilberquit for piano and orchestra. The recording was hailed as a “gorgeous rendition”

by Gramophone Magazine. Visit Julia Zilberquit at http://www.juliazilberquit. com/.

Chamber Players International is a major regional performing arts organization presenting between 25 and 30 concert events serving the entire New York metropolitan area. Its artistic mission is to bring chamber music and chamber orchestra performances of the highest artistic quality to audiences throughout the area including world-renowned guest ensembles such as the International Chamber Orchestra of Rome, The World Youth Alliance Chamber Orchestra of the U.N. New York. Core ensemble members include violinists Emil Chudnovsky, Bela Horvath, Anastasia Khitruk, violists Mialtin Zhezha and Cong Wu, cellists Andrey Tchekmazov, Adrian Daurov and pianists Yoni Levyatov, Svetlana Smolina, Julia Zilberquit. Visit them online at http://chamberplayersinternational.org/.

Times columnist Bruni to speak at Landmark The Ed. Foundation will present New York Times columnist and best-selling author, Frank Bruni, to speak at Landmark on Main Street in Port Washington on Tuesday, March 8.

Doors open at 9:15 a.m.

The presentation will begin promptly at 10:00 a.m.

Tickets are $20 for The Ed. Foundation members and $25 for non-members. To purchase tickets or become a member, please visit www.TheEdFoundation.org or contact Paula Whitman at info@TheeEdFoundation. org. Tickets are not available for purchase through Landmark.

Frank Bruni has been an Op-Ed columnist for The New York Times since June 2011.

In his column, which appears every Sunday and Wednesday, he reflects on diverse topics including American politics, higher education, gay rights and his own life as a gay man in a close-knit Italian-American family.

He joined the newspaper in 1995 and has ranged broadly across its pages.

He has been a White House correspondent, the chief restaurant critic, a staff writer for The Times Magazine and the Rome bureau chief.

He is the author of three New York Times best sellers, the most recent of which, “Where You Go Is Not Who You’ll Be: An Antidote to the College Admissions Mania,” was pub-

lished in March 2015 to widespread acclaim.

It will be released in paperback on March 8th, coinciding with his appearance at Landmark.

His previous best sellers were the 2009 memoir “Born Round” and a 2002 chronicle of George W. Bush’s initial presidential campaign, “Ambling into History.”

This event is generously sponsored by Vernon and Robin McDermott and Baron and Mara Silverstein. The venue is donated by Landmark on Main Street. Refreshments graciously provided by Leo and Kay Ullman. Mr. Bruni’s books will be available for purchase, provided by The Dolphin Bookshop, and he will be signing copies after the presentation.

The Ed. Foundation (formerly the PWEF) is an independent, not-for-profit, communitybased organization whose mission supports education initiatives that are beyond basic education requirements.

Since 2001, The Ed. Foundation has actively raised funds and awarded grants to enhance and expand educational opportunities for all students in the Port Washington public schools.

The Ed. Foundation actively seeks donations, grants and government funding in order to fund selected programs and resources.

For more information about The Ed. Foundation or to make a donation, please visit www. theEdFoundation.org.

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Children’s Concert at Landmark

Dan Zanes and his partner Sonia de los Santos hosted a children’s workshop Feb. 26 at the Landmark Theatre in Port Washington. The pair of musicians also performed a children’s concert at the theater on Feb. 28.

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By C a r o l i n e R ya n The Steinberg Museum, located in Hillwood Commons at LIU Post, is home to many different types of art exhibits throughout the year. The museum is currently holding an exhibit from Carol Tabler through March 25. Tabler is a local collector and adjunct professor of art history at Post, who currently teaches continuing education.

The work in Tabler’s collection is that of 19th century French landscape. This exhibit was based on the idea that the 19th century was a period of great revolutionary change in art making. Tabler has built the exhibition based around this great period of change. These paintings are by many different French artists, as early as the 1800s.

All of the paintings seen in the display are more than 100 years old.

The idea of this exhibition is to expose the community to high quality artwork.

The campus museum holds public lectures and events to explore new ideas.

“Our mission as an institution is to consistently provide a space that explores the visual arts,” said Barbara Applegate, the director of LIU Post’s Steinberg Museum.

Niria Leyva Gutierrez, an assistant professor of art history and museum studies at LIU Post, often takes her art students to visit the museum.

“The museum offers a respite from the demands of daily life or the stress related to

academia. In the case of the Tabler exhibition, students are afforded the opportunity to delve deeply into the study of 19th century landscape painting,” said Gutierrez.

“People come in every day with ideas for great exhibitions,” said Applegate.

The museum takes a great deal of time planning for each event and exhibition.

Events are planned between two and five years in advance, and the museum is constantly booking and planning events. The museum holds four or five exhibitions each year.

“Right now I’m thinking about the art exhibitions that will take place for the year 2020, because I don’t yet have one,” said

Applegate.

Hillwood Commons, the building that houses the Steinberg Museum, was built in 1972 and is one of the few spaces on Long Island that was built specifically for art viewing. Most spaces are retrofitted for viewing art, meaning they are built with a specific idea, but then are changed into a museum, said Applegate. The room which now holds the Museum was originally built with the idea that it would be used for the sole purpose of an art gallery.

Written on the walls of the museum specifically for this exhibition are the words, “L’amour du beau, love of the beautiful.” They denote mutual motivations,

those of the collector with a passion for landscape art and those of the landscapist in his choice of a captivating motif.

“I love working here because the events are different each year. I think Tabler’s art is beautiful because of the way it makes you look at art differently,” said Chrissy Christofakis, an LIU Post art therapy student who works in the museum. “I find it relatable to my own life.”

The art in this exhibition is relatable because it shows a number of different real life outdoor scenes, such as a sunset or snow falling in the winter.

“People need to just get the one toe in the door to feel like they own this space,” said Applegate. The first connection with a space and the art that draws them in is what brings people back to the museum.

“The thing that I think draws people is the notion of change that occurs 3 or 4 times a year, which is very important to me. The dynamic quality is what should draw people in.”

The LIU Post Steinberg Museum is open from Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Tabler exhibit runs through March 25.

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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Wonder Women at GCAC The Gold Coast Arts Center held an artists’ reception for it’s “Wonder Women” exhbit on Sunday, Feb, 28. This exhibition shines a spotlight on nine women artists who create thought-inspired, highly individual art. “Wonder Women” mirrors the expanding number of contemporary women artists featured in galleries, museums and private collections, and celebrated in March on International Women’s Day. (C)2016 MARTHA GORFEIN PHOTOCONCEPTS/www.mgphotoconcepts.com

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Williston Library Williston Park Library From the Director: If you would like to receive e-mail notifications on upcoming programs, please send an e-mail to willistonpr@yahoo.com with your contact information.

You can be notified for adult programs, children’s programs or general information, or you can add your name to all three!

Just a reminder that the library offers Tutor.com, an online service that can be accessed from home!

Available from 2 to 10 p.m., students of all grades can get help in “real time” from a tutor for various subjects.

Just have your library card available and log on from our homepage.

Please note that beginning February 1, we will be making reminder calls to those patrons with museum pass reservations on the morning of their scheduled pick up date. Patrons will have until the end of that day to pick up the pass. If it is not picked up, the reserve will be cancelled and the pass will made available to other patrons.

Here are some new arrivals to the library: Blue — Danielle Steel

Orphan X — Gregg Hurwitz NYPD Red 4 — James Patterson Forgotten Room — Karen White Spring of Moss Hill — Carla Neggers Newsmakers — Lis Wiehl Swans of Fifth Avenue — Melanie Benjamin

ADULt Ceramic Hat with Leprachaun Craft with Rosemarie Attard Tuesday, March 8, at 6:30 p.m. in the Library. There is a $20 non-refundable fee

due at registration. Sign up at the Circulation Desk.

Spring Floral Arrangement in Garden Box Tuesday, March 15, at 6:30 p.m. in the Library. Join Julianna Gaudioso in making this lovely piece. There is a $20 non-refundable fee due at registration. Sign up at the Circulation Desk.

Book Discussion Wednesday, April 6, at 7 p.m. in the Assembly Room of Village Hall. This month’s selection is A Family Life, by Akhil Sharma.

Copies are available at the Circulation Desk.

Gibralter Jazz

Friday, April 8, at 7 p.m. in the Assembly Room of Village Hall. Enjoy an evening of Jazz, R&B and other standards featuring guitarist/vocalist Richie Naef and vocalist Phyllis Novin.

There is a $5 fee due at registration. Sign up at the Circulation Desk.

ChiLDren After School Story Hour Thursdays, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, at 4 p.m. in the Library for children K-2. Sign up at the Circulation Desk.

Story Hour for Tots

Thursdays, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, at 11 a.m. in the Children’s Room for children ages 1-3 years old. Sign up at the Circulation Desk.

Winter Story Time Tuesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, at 11 a.m. in the Children’s Room for children 3 ½-5 years old. Sign up at the Circulation Desk.

Ceramic Shamrock Box Craft Friday, March 11, at 4:30 p.m. in the Assembly Room of Village Hall for children grade K+. There is a $5 non-refundable fee due at registration. Sign up at the Circulation Desk.

East Library East Williston Williston Library AFTERNOON BOOK GROUP: “The Rosie Project” by Graeme Simsion. The group will meet Tuesday March 9 at 1:30 p.m.

EVENING BOOK GROUP: “Driving Mr. Yogi: Yogi Berra, Ron Guidry, and Baseball’s Greatest Gift” by Harvey Araton. The group will meet on Thursday, March 10th at 7 p.m. Please register at the library.

The discussion is limited to 15 readers.

OLD WESTBURY GARDENS and NY HISTORICAL SOCIETY PASSES: The passes are available to East Williston Library card holders. Each family pass (2 adults and children under 18 years of age) may be borrowed for a 3 day period. Passes may be reserved in advance.

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LEARNING EXPRESS LIBRARY: Whatever your goal, LearningExpressLibrary’s resources will help

TUMBLEBOOK LIBRARY: TumbleBook Library is an online collection of animated picture books

which teach young children the joys of reading in a format they’ll love.

Visit us at www.ewlibrary.org N0TARY PUBLIC: Hours are Monday & Thursday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Wednesday from 3 to 7 p.m. Photo identification is required. Documents to be notarized must be signed at the time of notarization, not before. You must bring your own witness if needed.

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COLLECTION ON DISPLAY: To mark the Chinese New Year, the Year of the Monkey, the East Williston Library Friends has on display in the Village Hall an exhibit of Chinese objects, both functional and decorative.

Register for all programs by calling 516-741-1213 or email us at ewpl@ ewlibrary.org

Mineola Library Mineola Public Public Library ADULT progrAms

relax, meditate and reach optimum health.

Chi Kung (Qigong) Meditation Classes* Tuesdays at 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, and April 5.

Join Andrea Albergo for Chi Kung which is considered a beautiful peaceful path for body, mind and spirit.

Theatrical Performance George and Gracie: A Love Story Saturday, March 19 at 2 p.m. Join the talented performers of Plaza Theatrical Productions, Inc. for a wonderful story of true love and laughter.

Yoga Classes* Mondays at 7 to 8:15 p.m. March 7, 14, 28, and April 4, 11. Robert Crowe will introduce you to the beneficial practices that help you

Irish Dance Day* Saturday, March 5 at 2 p.m. Students of the Donny Golden School of Irish Dance will dance, sing and play in their beautiful costumes.

Feature Film Series Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.; Fridays at 11 a.m. Please join us on March 3 and 4 for Bridge of Spies.

Adult Coloring—Color More: Stress Less* Wednesday, March 23 at 6:45 p.m. It is very easy—you will have fun while you learn about the newest coloring books, pencils, crayons and free online sources.

Our Book Club is Back!

Thursday March 10, at 7 p.m.

Opening Night Meet and Greet.

This will be a brief meeting to

discuss format, rules (or lack thereof) and to share ideas about favorite books. This will also be the night where members may pick up the selected book for the April meeting. Refreshments will be served.

Classical Music Concert: 60 Minutes Around the World Presented By The Karkowska Sisters Duo. Thursday, April 7 at 7 p.m. 60 Minutes Around the World will take you on a breathtaking journey, supplemented with a healthy dose of humor. Enjoy some of the most beloved and

extremely popular classical music, stories about the music, the countries, and the composer’s loves and times, and juicy anecdotes in between! *Registration required.

Lecture: Medicare* Monday, March 30 at 7 p.m. Join Carol Kaplowitz for coverage on staying current on your Medicare insurance. She will provide you with a great deal of useful information about the Medicare program. *Registration required at the Reference Desk or 516-746-848 Ext. 2

Shelter Rock Library ADULT & Seniors Senior Rap Group For the 55+ Set Who have a Lifetime of Experiences to Share. Come and join

Shelter Rock Public Library Senior Rap Group on selected Mondays. This group discussion is led by longtiime group member David Marx. Anyone interested in joining is welcome. The topics vary and the conversations are lively and

provocative.

Caregiver Support Group Marguerite Dilimetin, Group Facilitator, Nassau County Office of Human Services of Mental Health. Wednesday, March 16 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. caregiver. This support group

is designed for all caregivers.

It provides an opportunity for participants to share experiences and help one another.

No one should be alone! First time attendees or for additional information, please call 516-227-7055.

Defensive Driving Class AARP Smart Driver’s Course. aarpSaturday, April 9 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Empire Safety Course For Drivers of all ages.

Saturday, March 19 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Fees: Ages

60+, $33. All others, $38. To register, contact Mr. Stephen Donnelly at (516) 437-0705 Hopeful Singles For ages 55 plus. With Marla Matthews, TV Host.

Wednesday, March 2 at 3 p.m.

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Shelter Rock Library Continued from Page 67 Life is unpredictable; there are no guarantees and change is always happening. With new friends and inspirational guidance, compassion and support, your journey can be easier!!

Be part of this group of single adults 55 plus to find hope for your future.

Starting Over Singles For ages 40 plus. With Marla Matthews, TV Host. Saturday, March 12 at 2 p.m. Join this lively, stimulating, compassionate and supportive discussion for divorced, widowed or any single adult age 40 plus! Make new friends, learn new skills, find hope and inspiration. It’s never too late to start over!

Play Mah Jongg ShowImageJoin others in playing game that has fascinated people for so many years with its strategies and combinations. Bring a team, a friend or come by yourself and enjoy the game. Limited materials will be available, so if you own a set, please feel free to bring it with you. Tuesday, March 8 and 22 at 1:30 p.m. Registration is not required ESOL Classes For Beginner & Intermediate Students. Wednesday March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, April 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. In the Community Room. Registration is NOT required.

Creative Needles Needlework Group Bring your projects and supplies to cross-stitch, knit, crochet, needlepoint, or embroider in the company of other needlecraft lovers. A time for conversation, crafting and simply sharing tips and techniques while “the needles fly” with other craft enthusiasts. Friday, March 4 and 18 at 1:30 p.m.

Registration is not required Highlights From La Boheme Thursday, March 10 at 1:30

p.m. LaBohem marqueeLa Boheme premiered in 1896 and has become one of the most popular of all operas. Learn the story of the opera and watch video clips of some of the greatest opera singers of the past and present performing arias of the opera. Comparisons will be made and favorites discussed while listening to Luciano Pavarotti, Mirella Freni, Maria Callas, Jose Carreras, and Anna Netrebko. Led by Mel Haber Acting & Improv Class Tuesday, March 15 at 1:30 p.m.

This class is designed to get novice actors trusting each other and to free themselves from self-conscious behavior through improvisation. Ted Sod has acted in plays produced

by The New York Shakespeare Festival/Public Theatre, BAM Theatre Company, Second Stage, Playwrights’ Horizons, American Place Theatre, and the Circle, Seattle and Yale Repertory Companies, among others. He toured internationally in the New York Theatre Workshop production of the Aftermath and has played many roles on television and film. An informal gathering will precede the presentation beginning at 1 p.m.

Power Up Communities Monday, March 21st at 1:30 p.m. The LIPC will be educating homeowners about the attainability and affordability of energy efficiency improvements. With a grant awarded by the NYS Energy Research and Development Authority’s (NYSERDA) Green Jobs Green NY initiative, LIPC will help homeowners take advantage of free energy assessments and grants to improve their quality of life in the home and reduce utility costs.

Computer Class Introduction to Windows 10.

Wednesday, March 30 from 7 to 9 p.m. This class provides an understanding of the new version of Windows. Learn to get and install your free copy, use the desktop to work with files, folders and applications.

Use the new start menu, help, search and much more.

Prerequisites: Computer Kindergarten or equivalent.

Space is limited. Registration for SRPL patrons begins March 14th at the Reference Desk.

Non-residents may register March 21 if space allows.

Yip Harpburg Follow the Fellow Who Follows a Dream. With John Kenrick, Lecturer, Author, Educator.

Tuesday, April 5 at 1:30 p.m.

Born to poverty on Manhattan’s Lower East Side, Yip Harburg’s brilliantly rhymed lyrics were in such hits as MGM’s Wizard of Oz and Broadway’s Finian’s Rainbow as well as Groucho’s Lydia the Tattooed Lady. Join John Kenrick for a loving tribute featuring stellar video clips and plenty of delightful behind the scenes stories from Harburg’s life and career. An informal gathering will precede the presentation beginning at 1 p.m.

Buying and Selling What to Know before Buying or Selling a Home. Sponsored by the Town of North Hempstead Building Department Wednesday, April 6 at 7 p.m.

This program is designed to help make sure you are fully prepared before you buy or sell a home. Find out what permits and certificates you need to close the sale.

Computer and Internet Basics For Adults with our Teen Tech Tutors. Would you like an individualized computer or technology tutoring session with a trained teen volunteer?

Are you interested in learning

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the Internet, email, computer basics, or how to use your Smartphone or tablet? Bring your technology questions and join us for a 45-minute session on March 15, 22 and 29 from 4:15 to 5 p.m. and Saturdays March 18, April 2 & 16 from 11:15 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 12 to 12:45 p.m. You may register for up to a maximum of three sessions starting on Wednesday Feb. 24 at the Reference Desk Radio Play: Leaving Time Sunday, April 10 at 3 p.m.

As part of the LONG ISLAND READS program, actors David Houston and Diana Heinlein will perform a one-hour dramatic reading from Leaving Time by Jodi Picoult. The program will be presented as a “radio drama” and will include sound effects and music.

Adult Book Discussions Mudbound by Hilary Jordan on Wednesday, March 9 at 2:30 p.m. First novelist Hilary Jordan has crafted an unforgettable tale of family loyalties, the spiraling after-effects of war and the unfathomable human behavior generated by racism. Other themes such as the emergence of the Civil Rights Movement, romantic attractions and city vs. country life also appear in this brilliant multi-layered debut. This novel is based on family stories of Jordan’s own grandmother’s struggle to raise two daughters on the mud slogged Mississippi Delta after World War II. It is a novel of place as much as people.

Leaving Time by Jodi Picoult on Thursday, April 14 at 2:30 p.m. Led by SRPL Librarians Chris Karlssen and Ellen Miller.

Alice Metcalf was a devoted mother, loving wife and accomplished scientist who studied grief among elephants. Ten years after her disappearance, her daughter Jenna seeks the help of a disgraced psychic and disillusioned ex-cop in the hope of uncovering new evidence.

Truths are discovered that will change their lives forever.

Registration begins Thursday, March 17 at the Reference Desk TAB Meeting TAB meeting for registered Teen Advisory Board meeting is on Tuesday, March 10 and April 14 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Community Room.

TAB is a volunteer group that consists of teens who work together with the YA Librarian to improve library services for teens. TAB is now full and registration is closed at this time.

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0Celebrate Teen Tech Week from March 6 to 12. Teen Tech Week is sponsored by the Young Adult Library Service Association (YALSA) to ensure that teens are competent and ethical users of technology offered in the library. Library technology includes database use, downloading music through Freegal, and checking out DVDs, Books on CD and Playaways.

Blind Date Have a Blind Date with a Book From Feb. 9 to March 8. Check out a wrapped book sight unseen. You might just fall in love. But if things don’t work out between you and your blind date, just return it without any hard feelings! Rate your date and be entered to win a prize of something sweet & a gift certificate.

Life Skills Programs Computer Coding I & II With Sharper Training Solutions on Saturday, March 5 from 2-4 p.m. Computer ProgrammingDevelop confidence in your computer skills and better understand our digital world through computer coding. By popular request we are offering Computer Coding I & II. You will learn the basics of computer language, code structure, and implementation.

Note: These programs are for experienced computer users who are comfortable with computers and keyboarding.

The New SAT: What You Need to Know For high school students and their parents. Monday, March 14 from 7-8 p.m. Join Tara Flynn, of C2 Education, for a PowerPoint presentation on the New SAT. Find out what’s in it, how to prepare for it and what colleges are saying about the New SAT which debuts in 2016. Bring your questions.

Registration begins March 1.

Experiment with Dry Ice Wednesday, March 16 from 7 to 8 p.m. Join science teacher Chris Buchman and learn about Dry Ice and do some safe experiments with it. Registration begins on March 2.

Teen Tech Tutors Seeking Teen Tech To Teach Computer & Internet Basics to Adults and Seniors For YAs Entering Grades 7-12.

Topics may include using an email account, searching for websites by subject and saving documents. You may also help the adult use their tablet, iPad or Smartphone. Teens should attend a training session on Monday, March 7 from 7 to 8 p.m. We will meet in the Conference Room on Tuesdays,

March 15, 22, and 29 from 4:15 to 5 p.m. or 5 to 5:45 p.m. and Saturdays, March 19, April 2 and April 16 from 11:15 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 12 to 12:45 p.m.

YA Author Visit April 5 from 7 to 8 p.m. Alecia Whitaker writer of acclaimed teen novels “The Queen of Kentucky” and “The Wildflower” series will lead you through a short writing workshop (bring your writing if you wish), share parts of her books and answer your questions. Alecia is also a successful actress and game show contestant who has appeared multiple times on the Ellen show. She will talk about her experience as a performer too! Registration begins March 22.

YA Book Cafe For YAs in Grades 7-12. Skink No Surrender by Carl Hiaasen.

Tuesday, April 12th from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Enjoy an ecological mystery, a road trip adventure and a wilderness story with many humorous situations. Registration begins March 15.

Baby Storytime This program of short stories, simple songs, bounces and play time is designed for children ages 6-12 months with a parent or caregiver. Please arrive promptly. Space is limited.

Tuesdays, March 1, 8 and 15 at 10:15 a.m.

Yoga for Babies & Tots Licensed instructor, Nanette Lavin, will lead children ages 1-3 and their caregivers through a series of one-onone simple yoga poses. Come relax and bond with your child.

Saturday, March 5 and 12 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.

Hop Into Spring Children in grades K-5 will make bunny cakes. Friday, March 4 at 4:30 p.m.

1, 2, 3 Blast Off Rocket Ship This is a program of songs, stories, and a craft for children ages 2 1/2 to 5. Friday, March 11 at 10:30 a.m.

Winter & Spring Book Chats Children in Grades 2-5 are invited to participate in Book Chats, a program designed to encourage them to read and discuss a selected book. The selected book will be available at the time of registration.

Grades 4 & 5: Timmy Failure: Now Look What You’ve Done

by Stephen Pastis.Timmy Failure, founder, president, and CEO of the greatest detective agency in town, perhaps in the nation, is about to crack the biggest case of his generation: a school competition to find a stolen globe. Friday, April 1 at 4:30 p.m.

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Town approves tuition Storm knocked out lawsuit against county power for 68K on L.I.

By J oe N i k i c Town of North Hempstead officials authorized litigation last week in the event that Nassau County withholds a portion of the town’s sales tax revenue to counteract Fashion Institute of Technology reimbursement costs for the 2004-09 school years.

“Any unanticipated deduction from the town’s sales tax revenue would of course have an adverse affect on our budget and cause the town significant hardship,” Town Supervisor Judi Bosworth said. “The county is now withholding what’s legally due to us this year for current sales tax, for amounts they claim date back more than 10 years ago.

This is clearly a move designed to make up for their budget gaps.”

The state requires that counties pay a portion of tuition for community college students attending schools in other counties.

In 2010, the county began asking for tuition reimbursements from the towns of North Hempstead and Hempstead, as well as the cities of Long Beach and Glen Cove.

FIT is a SUNY community college based in Manhattan and according to Newsday, Nassau and Suffolk counties pay about $10,000 per student in out-of-county fees.

Trottere said the county began taking

some of the town’s sales tax revenue without asking, otherwise known as a “set off.”

In 2010, the town sued the county for taking the sales tax money, but in 2015, the state Court of Appeals ruled the county could use the “set off.”

During litigation, Trottere said, the Town of Hempstead found discrepancies in the amount it was being charged by the county.

This led to a second round of litigation that is still ongoing in which North Hempstead asked for an accounting of the claims to see how the amount of money was determined.

Trottere said the town has paid $4.5 million of the almost $5.8 million it has been charged by the county since 2010 through withheld sales tax revenue.

Last year, the county sent a letter to the town saying it intended to collect $5 million in reimbursement money for the school years between 2004 and 2009.

“It really doesn’t make a lot of sense,” Town Attorney Elizabeth Botwin told Newsday. “They should go into court and say it rather than self-helping themselves to this money based on a claim that is 12 years old.”

According to Newsday, the county is seeking $7.5 in FIT reimbursements in 2016 from the municipalities.

By A d e da m ol a Agboola PSEG reported last week that as many as 68,000 residents across Long Island and the Rockaways lost electric power overnight due to strong winds and rain on Thursday morning.

The villages around Nassau County weren’t spared as municipalities scrambled to help residents whose power went off — and in many cases, clear out roads with felled trees and debris.

“We are trying to get a hold of our PSEG representative to get an update,” Village of East Hills Deputy Mayor Emmanuel Zuckerman said on Thursday morning. “I’m also setting up base from my home to monitor the situation.”

Village of East Hills bore a brunt of the damage as Mayor Michael Koblenz reported a quarter of the residents lost power.

Koblenz said he received complaints overnight from residents who called to report felled trees and debris in their yard.

“Even I had some debris in my backyard but its nothing major,” Koblenz said.

Zuckerman, who is also in charge of

security in the village, said public safety officials were out patrolling since the village has seen a string of crime over the past few months.

Zuckerman said tree branches which fell on Laurel lane damaged a car.

He also said debris, which hindered traffic on Harbor Hill road earlier in the morning, has since been cleared.

With about 2,200 residents without power in East Hills, Koblenz said, the generator at Village Hall, which also lost power, has been turned on for residents who needs to shower, to charge their devices or use the facilities.

The Village of Munsey Park only sustained minor damages due to a blown fuse from the storm according to Mayor Sean Haggerty.

In an email sent to residents, Haggerty noted only 97 homes were without power.

PSEG released a statement on Wednesday noting the impacted service territory and also acknowledging the damages done to by downed trees, poles and wires.

PSEG said it expects power to be back up for most of its customers by the weekend.

Arhaus furniture store now open in Roslyn B y A d e d a m o l a A g b o o l a said Reed, the company’s CEO. John Reed said last week the former Port Motors location in Roslyn was the perfect place for the home furnishings company Arhuas to open its first store on Long Island.

“Not only was the property the perfect location for us in the area, but the original building was rich in history and we wanted to preserve some of this to enhance the overall customer experience,”

“The building will be used to showcase Arhaus’ home furnishings, while the newly attached orangery with a combination of French and English-inspired parterres will be used to merchandise the retailer’s outdoor furnishings and seasonal décor,” he said.

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Arhaus’ Roslyn location is now open at 15 Port Washington Blvd.

Electrical transformer pole down due to high winds on South Service Road of GCP & corner of Lakeville Road near LIJ.

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By J oe N i k i c After coming to America from Iran as a 15-year-old in 1979, Great Neck Estates resident Sina Rabbany said he discovered a love for math and science that led him to spend the past 26 years teaching bioengineering at Hofstra University.

“When I came here I noticed that I was very good at math and sciences,” said Rabbany, who is now Acting Dean of Hofstra University’s School of Engineering and Applied Science. “Some of it was obviously a challenge with the English language.”

Rabbany said he had other plans at first.

“In the fall of 1990, Hofstra was looking for someone to start the bioengineering program for them and I interviewed and they offered the position,” hey said. “I had ambitions to go to top care

research universities but my parents had just emigrated to Great Neck around that time and I had to come back and help them adjust.”

He attended Great Neck North Middle School while his parents remained in Iran because of the political revolution. It was there, Rabbany said, that he was approached by a math instructor to join the school’s math team and represent Nassau County at the Mathematics Olympics at the University of Maryland.

“It was around this time bioengineering and the future of it was in the news,” he said. “I sort of gravitated towards the major and applied to schools for it.”

Rabbany decided to attend the University of Pennsylvania in 1981, where he went on to receive his bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate degree.

During this time, his parents

and his brother and sister were able to leave Iran, and by 1986, the family was reunited in Great Neck.

“It was very nice because by the time they arrived, I finished school and graduated from college and almost finished my master’s,” Rabbany said.

When he took over Hofstra’s bioengineering program in 1991, he said the school had virtually no reputation for its engineering programs.

“Back then, Hofstra was primarily known as a liberal arts college,” he said. “The engineering and computer science programs were small.”

As the years went on and Rabbany “moved up the ranks,” Hofstra began to invest more money into the engineering program.

Since its inception in 2012, he said Hofstra’s engineering school has grown quicker than antici-

pated.

“We have done incredibly,” Rabbany said. “We have gone from having less than 300 undergraduates to over 600 students now.”

Aside from his work at Hofstra, Rabbany also contributes research for various other medical care institutions and offices.

Currently, he is working with Dr. Louis Kavoussi, chair of Northwell Health’s urology department, to develop technology for a robot that can treat wounds now handled by a surgeon.

While Rabbany said he sees the controversy behind a robot replacing a doctor, he said he looks at it as a tool for when a doctor is not available.

“I think about it more as it’s something that can be used in a battlefield or maybe in areas where a surgeon is not available,” he said. “So we can utilize this

device under sterile condition and save someone’s life and prevent major bleeding in someone.”

“Whether it will ever get to the point where it can completely replace the expertise of a surgeon, it’s something only time can tell,” Rabbany added.

The device is being worked on by two Hofstra bioengineering students for their senior thesis, he said, and in conjunction with Hofstra’s School of Engineering and Northwell School of Medicine.

Rabbany said he and Kavoussi were seeking to raise money to hire engineers at the doctorate level to begin working on the project.

Rabbany is also no stranger to civic work. He served on the Village of Kensington’s Architectural Review Board and Board of Trustees for one term in the early 1990s before moving to Great Neck Estates in 2005.

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Stayin’ alive, thriving on Main Street The biblical story of David and Goliath applies just as well to our modern life as it did 2,500 years ago.

Every shop owner in Williston Park is David and all those big box stores and chains are Goliath.

Suhwa and Minho Kim of Aroma Nails, Luigi Suppa, Allan Walsh of Pyramid Jewelers, John Robinson of Johns Variety, and Stephan Parmett of Minuteman Press, Tal’s of Tal’s Car Repair, John Reilly of Grasshopper Comics or Aiden and James of Framing Mantis and are all examples of David doing daily battle with the Goliaths like the Roosevelt Field Shopping Mall, Home Depot, Toys ‘R’ Us and Jared Jewelers.

As a psychoanalyst and sport psychologist I’ve gotten to know many successful people over the years and I’ve come to learn the secrets of the business success even during trying times.

Here is what I have learned: 1. Hard work: Uniformly, the people I know who have achieved success are the ones who work sixseven days per week.

I see David Kim in his cleaners at 7 a.m. every morning. I see Tal’s crew arriving at the same time and notice the staff at Hildebrandt’s walking to work in the early morning hours too.

The successful businessperson is very hardworking and devoted to their shop.

2. Knowing how to market: Steve Parmett, owner of a very prosperous Minuteman Press franchise told me the best way to expand your business is “use your data base of former clients.

Clients may have stopped using your service for a variety of reasons so if you reach out to them you can easily reconnect.” In addition he told me that when he was an executive in the fashion business he

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would regularly call major clients in anticipation of seasonal orders and then willingly fly to wherever they were to say hello and pitch a new design concept. This would cost him money and time but it paid off in large dividends by setting him apart from all the rest.

3. Soft Skills: One of the most underrated but crucial talents in business are a person’s soft skills.

Soft skills are a variety of social skills used either consciously or unconsciously to further your business aims and which make interacting with you a pleasant experience.

Here is a personal example. I recently joined a Healthtrax Gym in Garden City to get myself ready for the competitive golf season. I go to the gym every morning at about 6 a.m. and do my workout.

I noticed many personal trainers there and kept waiting for them to approach me with a smile and some friendly encouragement.

Alas I waited and waited but no one approached.

This went on for months and one morning as I was leaving the gym and walking toward the parking lot I passed by one of the trainers who was coming to work.

She gave me a nice smile and a friendly “Good Morning.”

I signed up for a series of sessions with her the next morning.

Such is the power of soft skills.

4. Branding: Many years ago I was playing golf with John Mariani, owner of world-renowned Banfi Vintners. I recall walking off the fifth tee looking up and noticing a McDonald’s blimp high above. I wondered aloud how much McDonalds spends on the blimp and he quickly remarked “They spend about $400 million per year in advertising and branding.”

You will obviously not be spending $400 million but you can spend $4,000 per year on things like logoed shirts and sweaters, mugs with your name on them and all sorts of nice looking giveaways.

And you can get all that stuff right here on Hillside Avenue by using Roberto Castillo of EmbroidMe. 5. Gifts and gratitude: One of my more successful friends is Brad R. who works in the financial industry.

One of the many things he does to show gratitude and consideration is the following.

When he learns of a colleague

or a client who just had a new baby he asks his grandmother to knit him a baby blanket which he then proceeds to give to the client.

Do you think that makes an impression?

Now not everyone has a grandmother with great knitting skills but everyone can show gratitude and thoughtfulness by buying flowers or cookies or just by bringing some coffee to the person.

Kindness and thoughtfulness go a very long way in business.

6. Social media: I reached out to my longtime friend and sports agent Ira Silverman of Ira Silverman Communications. He is one of the nation’s most successful sport agents and I asked him what is the best way to market a small business.

Without blinking an eye he said “Using social media is absolutely the most important thing you can do to market your business nowadays. You need to hire a social media consultant who will take over all the tweeting and facebook connections.”

So listen up all you David’s.

Take note of the ideas mentioned above, load them into your slings and let them fly. I for one believe that as the small town goes so goes the nation.

Williston Park is a lovely little town and the least we can do is to support all our David’s who are bravely battling all those mighty Goliaths.

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Wintry reflections at Herricks Leisure Club extensive financial report and Legislative Chairlady Tess Fiorentino discussed the tax rebate due in the fall. President Marie Cristello conducted the celebration of 2 anniversaries and 15 birthdays including the significant 90th birthday of Frank Daly.

When we convened on January 21, we were sorry to learn from Corresponding Secretary Terry Lanese that Mrs. Fiorentino was in the hospital for an angiogram – we wish this special lady an expeditious recovery. Mrs. Kivatisky announced that Rita Ruffino was now in charge of the Yonkers trips. Hilda Escobar thanked our group for our comforting help after her husband’s passing. Today’s entertainment was a most pleasurable musical program by Gerard Corbett.

The Empire Casino was our destination for another exhilarating diversion on February 3. The next day provided further enchantment when we welcomed a performance by the Center Street students who enthralled us with their musical talent in a show entitled “I Need a Vacation” . Unfortunately, we were unable to share this occasion with our president who was hospitalized.

A singular treat, heart shaped chocolate pastries which denoted the upcoming Valentine’s Day holiday, provided the “grande finale” to an engaging afternoon.

Indeed, to its grateful members, the Herricks Leisure Club is a sustaining “light” in this winter of our lives.

By D o r o t h y D a ly Old Man Winter finally made an entrance – both disrupting and enchanting the lives of the members of the Herricks Leisure Club. Lost in the snowbound wonderland of the blizzard of ’16, we marveled as our world disappeared beneath nature’s crystal masterpieces.

A series of lesser snow events as well as sub-freezing temperatures also plagued us but as February fades, we are buoyed as we envision the advent of spring.

Of course, the “warming” pursuits of our recent club activities played a significant part in boosting our morale through winter’s assaults. With fond memories of our Christmas luncheon at the Swan Club and the holiday recess still in mind, we returned to meetings on January 7. We encountered a most pleasant surprise – a delicious chicken repast awaited us as a welcome-back delight. School Superintendent Fino Celano stopped by to extend best wishers for the new year.

January 13 was the date of our stimulating excursion to the Yonkers Casino. We assembled the next day to an active session. A moment of silence was observed on the passing of John Escobar who was dedicated former president and coordinator of our Empire Casino trips.

Our Director Frances Kivatisky remembered him warmly as a treasured member. Treasurer Jim Kovalsky furnished an

Roslyn Adult Eductaion offers D’Innocenzo to speak a host of programs this spring at next ROA meeting Many Roslyn Adult Education program courses begin the week of March 7.

Some of the offerings in the computer skills category include classes in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, digital photography, basic computers and a new class titled “Social Media: Get Connected.”

Languages offered this semester are Spanish, Italian, French and Mandarin Chinese.

In the creative arts there are drawing and painting, clay sculpture, watercolor painting, oil and acrylic painting and piano instruction classes.

Under “Exercise, Fitness, Sports & Dance,” there are both low-impact and high-impact exercise classes including T’ai Chi, Zumba, Pilates, golf, tennis, yoga, ballroom dancing, aerobic kickboxing, basketball and “Bollywood Lifestyles” to name a few.

Learn a new game or craft such as Mah Jongg, crochet, knitting, jewelry making, magic or bridge.

The Gourmet Chef Demonstration series will visit Galleria Ristorante in Westbury and Pearl East in Manhasset.

In the Art Museum Tour series, there is still availability in the Tuesday and the second Wednesday section.

A new trip this semester, “The Other Borough: Unknown Treasures of Staten Island,” with Art Zuckerman as the guide, will take place on May 6.

The New York Botanical Garden trip, which includes a special exhibit, “Impressionism: American Gardens on Canvas,” will be guided by Lauren Kaplan, Adult Education’s Art Museum Series guide, and takes place June 3.

Adult Education has more than 75 courses, including many new day and evening offerings for spring 2016.

The program is also open to residents of the East Williston and Herricks school district.

Residents of all three dis-

tricts pay the resident rate for course offerings and trips, and are eligible for senior citizen discounts as well.

Classes are held at both the Roslyn Adult Education and the Herricks Community Center. Details are in the catalog.

Early registration is encouraged, as many courses have limited enrollment.

Registration forms can be sent via mail or fax. In-person registration is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays.

Instructions are on the form. A $5 registration fee must be included. Registrations will not be taken over the phone.

The office of Roslyn Adult Education has moved to Roslyn High School, on the main floor near the Counseling Center.

For information, call 516801-5091 or visit www.roslynschools.org and click on “Community” and then on “Adult Education.”

At its monthly meeting on March 9 at 2 p.m., Reach Out America will present as its guest speaker Professor Michael D’Innocenzo.

His topic will be “The Supreme Court, The Constitution, Life Time Judges and the Election of 2016.”

The subject could not be timelier and D’Innocenzo, the Distinguished Professor Emeritus of History at Hofstra University is the perfect person to present it.

He is a popular and much admired speaker on Long Island and beyond with good cause.

He continues to be active at Hofstra as a founding member of the Center for Civic Engagement and is on the Board of Directors of the National Issues Forum.

Reach Out America’s regular meeting with reports on its ongoing activities will begin at 12:30 p.m.

All are invited to that as well at The Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Shelter Rock at 48 Shelter Rock Road in Manhasset.

For information call 516-4873786.

Michael D’Innocenzo Reach Out America is an action oriented grassroots organization engaged in a progressive social and political agenda with others for peace, justice and a sustainable planet.

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Cuomo taps new NIFA chairman Adam Barsky to replace Jon Kaiman as leader of Nassau financial control board

By N o a h M a n s k a r

Adam Barsky, a finance executive who has worked under Republican and Democratic governments in New York, has been tapped to lead the Nassau Interim Finance Authority.

Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s appointment comes a month after Jon Kaiman, a Democrat, resigned as chairman of Nassau County’s financial control board to run for

Congress.

“Adam Barsky brings a depth and diversity of experience that is second to none, and I am confident his expertise will help better serve the residents of Nassau County and all New Yorkers,” Cuomo said in a statement released March 2.

Barsky, reportedly an East Islip native and White Plains resident, oversees credit, market and operational risk for the Israel Discount Bank of New York as its execu-

tive vice president and chief risk officer.

He comes to NIFA after the sevenmember board imposed quarterly reviews of the county budget in December to ensure the county is meeting revenue and expense projections.

Barsky could not be immediately reached for an interview Wednesday, but he told Newsday, “I am honored the governor gave me the opportunity to use my experience in a way that could benefit the

taxpayers of Nassau County.”

Kaiman eased NIFA’s relationship with Nassau County Executive Edward Mangano, ending a three-year wage freeze and approving new union contracts that required workers to contribute to their pensions and health-care plans.

In an email Wednesday, Kaiman said Barsky “sounds like an excellent choice” to lead NIFA, which has existed since 2000.

“He has a government and municipal finance background which will be extremely helpful in navigating the challenges ahead,” Kaiman said. “I wish him the best of luck, I am sure he will do a great job.”

Mangano said in a statement he looks forward to meeting and working with Barsky.

Barsky held several jobs in George Pataki’s gubernatorial administration, overseeing administration and capitol services for NIFA, the state Dormitory Authority, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Cuomo’s statement said.

Barsky’s last Long Island job was as the Town of Babylon’s comptroller and finance director from 1988 to 1993, according to his LinkedIn profile.

From 2000 to 2002, Barsky managed New York City’s operating budget of more than $40 billion as budget director and chief financial officer under then-Mayor Rudolph Giuliani. He was also the director of Giuliani’s operations office from 1998 to 2000.

Barsky has chaired the city’s Employees Retirement System and Transactional Finance Authority, and has worked as acting commissioner for its Department of Finance and chief financial officer of the New York City Economic Development Corporation.

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Singas renews call for tougher law Cites 18-month sentence for Seaford man driving with suspended license who killed boy, 12

By N o a h Manskar The sentence for a Seaford man who killed a 12-year-old boy driving with a suspended license isn’t enough, Nassau County District Attorney Madeline Singas said last week.

After the Feb. 24 sentencing of Austin Soldano in the death of Zachary Ranftle of Valley Stream, Singas again called for state lawmakers to pass a bill her office authored to make driving with a revoked or suspended license a felony when it results in injury or death.

“Austin Soldano flagrantly and repeatedly violated the traffic laws, continued driving while his license was suspended and it led directly to Zachary Ranftle’s death,” Singas said in a statement. “This should not

be a misdemeanor with a maximum sentence of six months in jail; there must be felony penalties.”

Soldano, 30, was sentenced last week to a total of 18 months in jail and five years probation for hitting and killing Ranftle in Valley Stream in December 2014 and another August 2014 drunken driving incident in Long Beach.

The latter came with two misdemeanor charges, a violation and a felony for driving while intoxicated, the DA’s office said.

But Soldano was only charged with a misdemeanor and a violation in Ranftle’s death.

The legislation Singas introduced last year would make driving with a suspended or revoked license a class E felony carrying a maximum jail term of 1 1-3 to four years when it results in serious

Nassau County District Attorney Madeline Singas injury.

Incidents resulting in death would be a class D felony, which carries a maximum sentence of 2

1-3 to seven years in jail.

State Sen. Jack Martins (R-Old Westbury) and state assemblymen Todd Kaminsky (D-Long Beach)

and David McDonough (R-Merrick) have sponsored the bill.

“The legislative session came and went; it is time for Albany to make this change,” Singas said in a statement last week.

The Senate passed a version of it last May, but it died in the Assembly in January. It’s currently in both houses’ transportation committees.

In a statement last week, Martins said he agreed with Singas, Nassau Supreme Court Justice Angelo Delligatti and Ranftle’s family when they called the six-month sentence inadequate.

“No family should have to suffer the loss a child and then have that unbearable pain compounded by watching the person who took their child’s life walk away with a slap on the wrist,” Martins said in the statement.

“Albany needs to act now to help ensure this injustice never happens again.”

Soldano was set to be sentenced March 1 for a 2013 conviction on charges of fleeing a police officer and reckless driving, both misdemeanors, in an incident on the Southern State Parkway, the DA’s office said.

During his five-year probation, Soldano must use an ignition interlock device, which requires a driver to take a breathalyzer test before starting their car, the DA’s office said.

His license will be revoked for one year and he must undergo any alcohol treatment or counseling probation officers require, the DA’s office said.

Robert Brunetti, Soldano’s Mineola-based attorney, could not be immediately reached for comment.

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‘Call for Boxers’ for annual fundraiser The organizers of the Long Island Fight for Charity have launched its Annual “Call for Boxers.”

Fight for Charity, one of the nation’s most unique charity fund raising and networking organizations, will hold its 13th Main Event in November.

The Main Event will feature 10 or more bouts between Long Island business professionals who volunteer as boxers in support of charities serving Long Islanders.

To date, more than 275 men and women have earned the title of LIFFC Alumni Boxer.

Boxing applications are being accepted now for boxers to enter training and participate in a limited number of Main Event bouts.

Men and women interested in becoming a volunteer boxer need to complete an application; obtain medical clearance; make a commitment to train (gym locations to be announced); attend LIFFC events and raise funds for local charities. Boxing experience isn’t necessary.

To learn more about Fight for Charity and to request an application to become a volunteer

boxer go to info@lifightforcharity.org or call (877) 240-7821.

The 13th Long Island Fight for Charity is scheduled for Monday, Nov. 21. More than $160,000 raised in 2015 was recently distributed to Long Island charities including: Long Island Community Chest, The Genesis School, National Foundation for Human Potential (FREE), ROHHAD Fight Inc., and Captain Kathy Mazza/Lodge 2163A. Since 2003 LI-FFC has donated more than $1 million to local charities.

“Fight for Charity sponsors a series of events throughout the year that bring out the best qualities of the men and women in the Long Island business community,” said Fight for Charity Co-Founder Matt Silver. “Last year’s Main Event was very successful in terms of attendance, sponsorships and funds raised.

The dedication and commitment of the boxers was inspiring. In return we provided the volunteers with a once in a lifetime experience in the boxing ring.

We challenge members of the Long Island business community to step up and step into the ring at the 2016 Fight for Charity.”

Fighters during a bout at last year’s Long Island Fight for Charity.

Town street signs getting an upgrade

North Hempstead Town Supervisor Judi Bosworth with the new street signs.

Town of North Hempstead will be installing newly-formatted street signs throughout the town, as a part of a federal mandate by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration to make street name signs more visible and easier for drivers to read, especially in inclement driving conditions.

The new street signs will follow uniform regulations, as stated in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), which include having mixed capital and lowercase lettering, rather than all capital letters as is the case on many signs today.

The new regulations also require all signs, both street and traffic signs, to have a higher level of reflectiveness.

“These new street name signs are much clearer and easier to read,” Town Supervisor Judi Bosworth said. “I am sure that anyone who has driven around looking for a street name, especially in inclement weather or at night, will appreciate the larger lettering and new format.

After all, GPS can only get you so far. We still require clear signage for our street names.”

Under this regulation, the new signs will replace the old signs as they become damaged or accumulate significant wear and tear.

Scholarship seekers sought State Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) announced the New York Conference of ItalianAmerican State Legislators is now accepting applications for four $2,500 scholarships.

The scholarships will be awarded in June at Italian-American Day, and all winners must be in attendance to receive their awards.

“Over the next few months I strongly encourage the hard-working students in our community to apply for these scholarships,” Ra said. “The cost of tuition is at an all-time high, and every bit of assistance helps. Thank you to my colleagues in the Conference of Italian-American State Legislators for continuing to promote these scholarships to deserving students throughout Long Island and all of New York State. Good luck to the applicants in our community.”

This year, the Conference of Italian-American State Legislators will award four $2,500 scholarships, two academic and two athletic, to current or future New York college students.

Eligibility will be based on grade point average, interest in pursuing a higher education, involvement in the local community and individual financial need.

The conference is a bi-partisan organization comprised of New York State Assembly and Senate members who are actively involved in promoting and celebrating the state’s Italian-American community.

Area students may request an application by contacting Ra’s district office at 516-535-4095 or by emailing rae@assembly. state.ny.us.

All scholarship requests must be submitted no later than Monday, April 4.

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Community Meetings

Village of East Hills Architectural Review Board Meeting Monday, March 7 @ 8:00 p.m.

Village Hall 209 Harbor Hills Road East Hills (516) 621-5600 East Williston School District Board of Education Budget #3 Workshop Wednesday, March 9 @ 7:30 p.m.

Wheatley School 11 Bacon Road, Old Westbury (516) 333-7804 Village of Floral Park Board of Zoning and Appeals Meeting Wednesday, March 9 @ 8:00 p.m.

Village Hall 1 Floral Boulevard, Floral Park (516) 326-6300 Floral Park Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting Wednesday, March 9 @ 7:30 p.m.

17 Caroline Place Floral Park (516) 326-6330 Village of Flower Hill Board of Trustees Meeting Monday, March 7 @ 7:30 p.m.

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Great Neck Water Pollution Control District Board of Commissioners Meeting Thursday, March 10 @ 8:30 a.m.

District Office 236 E Shore Rd Great Neck (516) 482-0238 Great Neck School District Board of Education Meeting Thursday, March 10 @ 7:30 p.m.

Cumberland Adult Center 30 Cumberland Avenue Great Neck (516) 441-4000 Village of Great Neck Architectural Review Board Meeting Tuesday, March 8 @ 7:30 p.m.

Village Hall 61 Baker Hill Road, Great Neck (516) 482-0019 Village of Great Neck Plaza Board of Zoning and Appeals Meeting Wednesday, March 9 @ 8:00 p.m.

Village Hall 2 Gussack Plaza, Great Neck (516) 482-4500 Village of Kings Point Planning Meeting Monday, March 7 @ 8:00 p.m.

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Village of Lake Success Board of Zoning and Appeals Meeting Monday, March 7 @ 8:00 p.m.

Village Hall 318 Lakeville Road, Lake Success (516) 482-4411 Manhasset School Distict Board of Education Meeting Thursday, March 10 @ 8:00 p.m.

Manhasset Secondary School 200 Memorial Place, Manhasset (516) 267-7700 Manhasset School District Board of Education Budget Workshop Meeting Saturday, March 12 @ Manhasset Secondary School 200 Memorial Place Manhasset (516) 267-7700 Manhasset Civic Association Meeting Wednesday, March 9 @ 8:00 p.m.

Town Hall 220 Plandome Road Plandome Village of Manorhaven Board of Zoning and Appeals Meeting Tuesday, March 8 @ 7:00 p.m.

Village Hall 33 Manorhaven Boulevard Port Washington (516) 883-7000 Village of Mineola Board of Trustees Meeting Wednesday, March 9 @ 6:30 p.m.

Village Hall 155 Washington Avenue Mineola (516) 746-0750 Village of Munsey Park Board of Trustees Meeting Wednesday, March 9 @ 7:30 p.m.

Village Hall 1777 Northern Boulevard Manhasset (516) 365-7790 Village of Munsey Park Board Advisory Committee Meeting Wednesday, March 9 @ 7:30 p.m.

Village Hall 1777 Northern Boulevard Manhasset (516) 365-7790 Village of North Hills Planning Meeting Wednesday, March 9 @ 7:30 p.m.

Village Hall 1 Shelter Rock Road North Hills (516) 627-3451 Village of Plandome Board of Trustees Work Session Monday, March 7 @ 7:30 p.m.

Village Hall 65 South Drive Plandome (516) 627-1748 Village of Plandome Heights Board of Trustees Meeting Monday, March 7 @ 7:30 p.m.

Village Hall, 37 Orchard Street, Manhasset (516) 627-1136

Village of Plandome Heights Architectural Review Board Meeting Tuesday, March 8 @ 8:00 p.m.

Village Hall 37 Orchard Street Manhasset (516) 627-1136 Port Washington School District Board of Education Meeting Tuesday, March 8 @ 8:00 p.m.

Schreiber High School 101 Campus Drive Port Washington (516) 767-5805 Village of Port Washington North Board of Trustees Budget Workshop Meeting Wednesday, March 9 @ 7:30 p.m.

Village Hall 3 Pleasant Avenue Port Washington (516) 883-5900 Village of Roslyn Board of Zoning and Appeals Meeting Monday, March 7 @ 8:00 p.m.

Village Hall 1200 Old Northern Boulevard, Roslyn (516) 621-1961 Roslyn School District Board of Education Meeting Thursday, March 10 @ 8:00 p.m.

Roslyn High School, 475 Round Hill Road, Roslyn Heights (516) 801-5100 Sewanhawka School District Board of Education Budget Presentation Tuesday, March 8 @ 7:00 p.m.

Sewanhawka High School 500 Tulip Ave Floral Park (516) 488-9600 Shelter Rock Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting Wednesday, March 9 @ 7:30 p.m.

165 Searingtown Road Albertson (516) 248-7363 North Hempstead Town Board/Solid Waste Management Authority Capital Plan Working Session Tuesday, March 8 @ 8 :00 p.m.

North Hempstead Town Hall 220 Plandome Road Manhasset (516) 869-6311 Village of Williston Park Board of Trustees Workshop Meeting Monday, March 7 @ 7:00 p.m.

Village Hall 494 Willis Avenue, Williston Park (516) 746-2193 Williston Park Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting Tuesday, March 8 @ 7:00 p.m.

Village Hall 494 Willis Avenue, Williston Park (516) 742-1820 Meetings are held at the respective Village Halls except where noted. All meetings, dates and times are subject to change.

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Business&RealEstate

Who should be able to buy a home?

I was thinking about this question last Sunday, when I was writing this article.

Hillary Clinton said ““Homeownership is about more than just owning a home. It is about putting roots down in a community with better schools, safer streets and good jobs. And it is about building wealth, as homeowners build equity in their home one mortgage payment at a time…We must make sure that everyone has a fair shot at homeownership.”

I agree wholeheartedly with the latter statement; however, having an opportunity and “fair shot” to purchase a home should be combined with several factors.

1. Do you have enough of a down payment to purchase?

2. Are your credit scores sufficient enough to show that you pay your bills on time and can pay a mortgage? (exceptions can apply) 3. Of those with bad credit what is the percentage that previously went thru a short sale or foreclosure situation in the last 10 years?

4. Is it the public’s responsibility once again, to always bail out the banks, lending institutions and those that have fallen behind on their mortgages or is it the lending institutions problem, since they checked their financials and credit and provided the loan?

5. Should variable rate mortgages be eliminated or only be provided to those who qualify with a track record of consistent income and solid credit.

Helping those who want to purchase a home, condo or Coop should be combined with an estimate of their capability to do so. Borrowing beyond your means, which is now more carefully checked by the banks, is really a train wreck waiting to happen. I am sure many did not plan to have to sell their place in a short sale or go through foreclosure, but what happened could have been minimized with the more conservative rules we have

today. The other issue was, people were flipping homes and the last person to grab the property when things did collapse, got left holding the bag, almost like musical chairs; there was no one to purchase, when all the buyers left the market. Most important, people used their real estate as a piggy bank, taking lines of credit and borrowing off the equity, that they thought would never end, to buy, other properties, cars boats etc.. However, in the last downturn, stated income and other types of creative loans were the rage and the abuse by borrowers, lending institutions and Wall St that took place greatly contributed to the catastrophic event that almost brought our country and the rest of the Globe to a screeching halt!

I read a very in depth and sometimes complicated article from (Sept 21, 2005) (prior to our real estate market collapsing as well as our overall economy) on “The American Mortgage In Historical and International Context” by Richard K. Green from the University of Pennsylvania and Susan M. Wachter from George Washington University. You may get somewhat confused (as sometimes I did) reading it, but you will gather some interesting information from it. http://repository.upenn.edu/ cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1000& context=penniur_papers Before 1948, mortgages were a maximum of 20 years and until the 1930’s they were five to 10 years.

But after the Great Depression, 250,000 foreclosures were occurring each year from 1931-1935.

In 1949, mortgage debt was 20 percent of GDP (Gross Domestic Product=all goods and services produced in a year).

In 1979 it was 46 percent of GDP and in 2001 it was 73 percent of GDP. So it is obvious, mortgages have played a huge role, affect and significance on our economy. However, most important is the ratio of mortgage debt/household income

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has escalated.

Again in 1949 it was 15 percent, by 1979 it was 28 percent and in 2001 it jumped to 41 percent.

So, we are spending more and more of a percentage of our income on debt service.

However, we also have to factor in the average income of a household, which during those periods, has increased too.

Although incomes have gone up substantially, the buying power of that money has actually gone down, especially for the Middle Class.

Housing, health care, education and inflation have all contributed to decreasing what a dollar can purchase today. Service sector jobs, not paying enough wages and the lack of savings has been detrimental to our economy and society. While the middle class had increased dramatically after WWII through 1979, it is now going in the opposite direction.

As they say, “The rich have been getting richer and the middle class and poor have been getting poorer.”

The following link will give you some excellent perspective on these issues: http://www.mybudget360. com/income-growth-history-middle-class-data-income-history/ Although our life expectancy has been increasing over the years relative to the increases in our GDP,

this trend may potentially head in the opposite direction in the future.

Many of these factors over the past, current and future will have an adverse affect on people purchasing primary residences, that have and will become priced out of the market.

The demand has never been higher and the lack of inventory in many markets has been increasing prices from 3.2-6.9 percent, even some as high as 8 percent per annum.

Home ownership is a crucial step in enabling individuals and families to gain a piece of the “American Dream” and build equity, especially since our savings rate has not kept up with other countries, who do not have Social Security or other retirement benefits to fall back upon.

This forces those people to save more, since there is no safety net.

So making it easier for people to afford a home is a two edged sword.

If we provide the platform for below standard credit and income people to get in, we are subject to a repeat of the economic disaster of 2007-2008.

But if we do not figure out a way to allow them to get in, how will they build future equity?

Will Social Security and the continuance of working the rest of their natural lives be the only answer?

All societies throughout time (Romans, Greeks etc.) have done themselves in by their actions or inactions to help their population survive.

When China sneezes we won’t get a cold, but may contract the flu; and it will affect us for years to come.

China now has their own issues of spending an inordinate insane amount of their GDP (48% when I last checked) on infrastructure, building cities (that many remain empty!), railroads, roads, bridges, etc.

Now, local Chinese municipali-

ties now need to be bailed out and are asking for assistance from the Chinese Government. So will we be able to continue borrowing money for our debt service, if China has none to lend?

Most important, our government spending is out of control and we absolutely must cut our deficits nationally and internationally to survive in the future. We have been practicing temporary “band aid fixes What we do individually as consumers and our insatiable borrowing and our need to buy and accumulate “things” may have to come to a rude awakening once again and how we handle it, will have an affect on the rest of our country and the Globe.

For sure we have to purchase commodities and things to survive, like food, shelter, etc.

But at what point does all this buying and accumulation have an adverse affect on us? Being in debt is not a bad situation, if handled properly, but how much is too much?

We need to have somewhat of a balance between “Needs & Wants” just like when purchasing a home; figuring out what is really necessary and what is “champagne tastes and beer pockets.”

Have we created a monster that will eat us alive in the future? Hopefully, we and the rest of the world’s governments, must convene and sit down and come to a reality check and figure a way out of these difficult situations; otherwise we just might be the richest civilization on record but the shortest lived one!

Philip A. Raices is the owner of Turn Key Real Estate in Great Neck.

He can be reached by email: Phil@ TurnKeyRealEstate.Com or by Cell, (516) 647-4289 to answer any of your questions. To search for property, see what your home is worth or homes that have sold in your area, go to: WWW.Li-RealEstate.Com

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If you already receive Social Security benefits, you can sign into your account to view, save, and print your benefit verification letter; check your benefit payment information; request a replacement Medicare card; get a replacement SSA-1099/1042S

for tax season; and even change your address and phone number in our records. You can also start or change your direct deposit information. In some states and the District of Columbia, you may also be able to request a replacement Social Security card online. Check it out at www.socialsecurity.gov/ myaccount.

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Candidates divided by development Continued from Page 1 Sometimes echoing Mayor Scott Strauss’ public statement two weeks ago, they said development has brought Mineola millions of dollars in new revenue and greatly strengthened the village’s financial footing.

The Village Board has used that money to pay for important capital projects up front, they said, while keeping taxes flat or imposing slight increases.

“I will spend all night educating you on the facts so you don’t scare people into believing something they don’t know,” said Pereira, the New Line Party candidate.

With only one of four projects occupied and a second nearing completion, Colbert said the Village Board has underestimated the impact developments will have on traffic, parking and village water and sewer services.

The Save Our Suburb Party candidate again called for a timespecific moratorium on high-rise apartment applications until the village thoroughly studies those impacts.

Pereira said the board has studied all those factors, and is

going to see how all four developments “pan out” before considering more.

He and Cusato characterized December’s change to the village code removing the board’s obligation to hear development applications as a moratorium.

“We are not going to hear any applications of these types of buildings for the foreseeable future. End of story,” Pereira said.

Werther argued the Village Board didn’t listen to residents when it approved the Village Green project at 199 Second St. dozens said they opposed it at public hearings.

The former deputy mayor who sat on the Village Board from 2003 to 2013 spoke most critically of the Village Green in particular, calling it a “LeFrak City apartment building” and saying it would “create a nightmare” in the area, especially for parking.

“I promise, if elected to this board, I will listen to everything that you have to say,” Werther said in his closing statement.

Both he and Colbert criticized the developments’ payment-inlieu-of-taxes, or PILOT, agreements with the Nassau County

Industrial Development Agency that were approved by the Village Board.

With the property-tax breaks, they said, the village and the Mineola school district don’t get the same revenue as they would if developers were paying full property taxes, while residential taxes have still increased despite an apparent windfall for the village.

“A lot of money’s coming into this village, and we shouldn’t have to pay one iota of more tax,” Colbert said.

Twelve-year trustee and Hometown Party candidate Cusato, the quietest during Monday’s debate, said the past two tax increases have been less than 1 percent, with the most recent hike set at 0.16 percent.

He and Pereira, an eight-year trustee, said trustees have listened to residents and responded to concerns about development and other issues.

When residents complained about the condition of sidewalks and curbs, Cusato said, “We listened to you and we took care of that.”

“We have to make the tough decisions, and I stand by every de-

cision that I’ve made on the board, because I’m doing not only for me and for you, but for my children and your children and for the future of this village,” Pereira said.

In conversation with residents, Pereira said, most have said they think the village is headed in the right direction.

Colbert, though, said residents have asked why so much development is concentrated in Mineola.

In response, Pereira said Mineola is uniquely situated for “transit-oriented development,” which has spurred new business in the downtown area.

If voters decide development has been wrong for the village on election day, he said, the board will listen.

All four candidates agreed developers’ development incentive bonus payments are a boon to the village, as they help fund capital projects, such as the recent upgrades to Memorial Park, without any extra expense to taxpayers.

“I have to give them warm fuzzies for that,” Colbert said.

Colbert said he wished he had those assets during his mayoral administration from 1994 to

2003, which saw $25 million in capital projects and left the village with $33 million in debt.

Pereira credited Colbert for building facilities Mineola desperately needed then, such as a new library, pool and Village Hall.

But with development incentive bonuses, he said, the village has undertaken similar projects and created capital reserve funds without borrowing.

If Colbert’s administration had the bonuses, Pereira said, “then I wouldn’t be kicking his butt about $33 million for the next 10 years.”

Colbert defended his borrowing, saying he did what was necessary without increasing the burden on taxpayers.

“I did not spend money recklessly,” he said. “I spent it all for you.”

The candidates also agreed Mineola should continue taking measures to improve public safety, continue preserving village history and provide opportunities for young people to get involved with village government.

The top two vote-winners among the four candidates will win two open trustee seats when voters go to the polls March 15.

E.W. ed board eyes program growth Continued from Page 1 Driving expenses are a 4.08-percent increase for salaries and benefits and a 5.86 percent increase in health insurance costs.

The district is hiring three new full-time teachers — two at the North Side School and one at the Wheatley School — and two teaching assistants, Superintendent Elaine Kanas said.

The budget aims to continue building and creating curricular initiatives in district schools, administrators said.

It will support the third year Project Lead the Way, an engineering curriculum; the district’s literacy programs; a new Advanced Placement capstone

research course for high school seniors; and the expansion of technology use, Kanas said.

In addition to voting on the budget May 17, district voters will decide whether to spend $2 million of $3.5 million put in a capital reserve fund last year.

The money would pay for new windows at the North Side School, new doors at the Willets Road School, new handicapaccessible bathrooms and floors at the Wheatley School, and new kitchen ventilation systems at Willets Road and Wheatley, Pirro said.

Voters may also consider whether to establish a reserve fund for athletic capital projects,

Jacqueline Pirro as some residents have told administrators the district should focus on boosting its athletic programs, Pirro said.

“We’ve addressed the fa-

cilities, we’ve addressed the windows and the roofs and the tiles and the abatements, and now it looks like it’s a good time to start working on (an) athletic field,” she said.

Pirro said she projects the budget will leave about a $3 million surplus.

Resident Mike Guglielmo said he thinks the district should return more money to the community when it has large surpluses.

“You need new windows, you need new windows, I get it,” he said. But these are very substantial numbers, and I think we can give back another 200, 300 thousand dollars to the commu-

nity and still fund the windows very easily.”

But larger appropriated fund balances reduce the district’s tax levy, Pirro said, which could leave the district with a tighter allowable levy increase in the future under state tax cap law.

Kamberg said the district’s Financial Advisory Committee is addressing the benefits and drawbacks of returning more to taxpayers.

East Williston will hold budget presentations March 2, 9 and 16 before the school board votes on the budget March 30.

Voters will decide whether to adopt it and spend the capital reserve money May 17.

Generation gap seen in merger talks Continued from Page 2 “If people who are in the club don’t like (its leadership), we’re going to wind up in the same place we are now with three clubs,” she said.

Cunha said she hopes the merger proceeds, but the hear-

ing left her with the impression most people opposed it. Teixeira, though, said afterward he thought most people supported it.

Each individual club will now vote on the proposal, Cunha said. At least 80 percent of the members who vote

must approve for the merger to move forward.

Boa said the hearing was “exactly the same” as the Danbury merger’s early stages.

There was a generational divide there too, he said.

“The comments made were almost like a mirror image of

what happened at our club,” Boa said.

The Portuguese Cultural Center had about 1,000 members after the merger, but membership has shrunk to about 500 in recent years due to a lack of Portuguese immigration and some of the popu-

lation aging out, Boa said.

The fact that three groups would be merging in Mineola could create additional difficulties, he said, but they could be successful with a committee of “independent minds” leading the process.

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Herricks eyes no tax hike in budget

Continued from Page 2

funding in the aid we’re going to get, that may be the way to go,” She said the district would be Gounaris said. “The zero is an better off continuing with its pro- interesting proposition for us to posed increase and use the funds consider. Why take one dollar exto cover any costs that would be tra if we don’t need it if we have a overseen in more difficult years, way to supplement those funds?” including a list of repairs and imThe proposed $109.3 million provements being drafted by the budget adds funds for new teachFacilities Committee. ers and other staff, technology “If we can get additional equipment, infrastructure fixes

and new programs, including an elementary robotics team and additional social-emotional learning programs, Superintendent Fino Celano said in January.

About 77 percent of the budget, or about $84 million, funds the district’s educational programs; 12 percent, or about $13.7 million, funds capital expenses; and about 11 percent, or

about $11.7 million, funds administrative costs.

The 0.12-percent tax levy hike is a third of the 0.36-percent increase Herricks is allowed this year under the state tax cap law, Costigan has said.

“We’re in very good shape, despite the fact that our tax cap is so low,” Celano said in January.

The relative fiscal comfort

comes after several years of tight budgets stemming from a “perfect storm” of stress that affected school districts statewide, Celano has said.

Copies of the full proposed budget were available at the meeting, and discussions will continue throughout March and April before residents vote on it May 17.

Herricks alum Anijah Ajah dies at 25 Continued from Page 3 His friends relied on him for honest answers to their questions or problems, Montoya said, and he always aimed to make people around him

happy.

“He was like a cure for unhappiness,” said Cam Gianelli, another Herricks alumnus and friend of Ajah’s, in a written statement. “He was so hard-

working and would’ve accomplished so much and it’s a shame that he didn’t get a chance to make the rest of the world happy like he made us.”

In addition to his father,

Ajah is survived by his mother Francine, brother Tuniche, 23, and sister Achayen, 21.

He will be honored with a viewing from 4 to 8 p.m. March 3 and a funeral service at 9

a.m. March 4 at the Frank Bell Funeral Home, located at 536 Sterling Place in Brooklyn.

Ajah will be buried at Cypress Hills Cemetery in Brooklyn.

Arhaus takes over old Port Motors building Continued from Page 69 wrapped in the finest leathers and custom order fabrics; dining tables and chairs for indoors and out; outdoor upholstery and accents; drapery; antiques and replicas; bedroom furniture and private label bedding collections; pillows and throws; library and office solutions; wall units and an assortment of media centers for hi-tech gadgets; rugs; tabletop; lighting; and a large assortment of seasonal accessories.

“Our build-out is like no other in the industry,” Reed said. “We invest a great deal of time creating an environment that not only appeals to the shopper, but maintains our trademark look and feel.”

Company officials also said Photo courtesy of Arhaus LLC. area customers would appreciate Interior design of the Arhaus store on Port Washington Blvd. that nearly 50 percent of the store’s

collections are made of recycled material — everything from glass, to metals like copper and wood cast off from far off lands.

“It’s our first location on Long Island and we think there’s a huge customer base here. It’s a coastal region with a lot of vacation homes” said Gary Babcock, Arhaus’ chief creative officer who was directly involved with the redesign of the historic building.

Babcock said the design of the Roslyn store is different from the typical Arhaus store because of the building it occupies.

“The design of the store is different because it used to be an airplane hanger in the 1800s and we’ve repurposed it while keeping the feel of the store,” Babcock said.

The new store occupies two stories with an attached orangery

connected via a portico for a combined footprint of 19,750 square feet, has been turned into a conservatory and a mezzanine with glass windows.

“I like the building for its architectural feel. It’s one of a kind,” Babcock said.

Arhaus opened its first retail location in Cleveland in 1986 when Reed’s father vowed never to use wood from the world’s endangered rainforests in the making of an Arhaus design, company officials said.

According to Reed, the company works directly with artisans all over the world with all its upholstery hand-assembled in North Carolina, more than 60 percent of the overall assortment, across categories, is made in America and this number is growing.

N.Y. marijuana industry could grow slowly Continued from Page 22 Ross said the federal government heavily monitors how close businesses are to the growth and manufacturing of medical marijuana, and the closer a business gets, the more likely a bank will cut off ties.

“If you’re arguably ‘touching a plant,’ if you’re a grower in California, then you may be required to terminate the banking relationship with these entities,” he said.

While Ross said he understands why the federal government keeps a close eye on the industry, he also said it was hypocritical for deeming it illegal but still having a patent on medical

marijuana.

A patent is the right to exclude other entities from making, using, or selling an invention or product.

The federal government has designated marijuana as a “Schedule 1” drug, or a drug with a “high profile for abuse and has no currently accepted medical use in treatment.”

Ross said the “Schedule 1” designation makes no sense because the drug is designated as having no medical benefit, but the patent articulates a medical functionality.

“I don’t know why that’s not discussed, but it’s a fact,” he said.

Ross, who represents both private and public medical marijuana companies, also said investors are hesitant to fund public companies because of the chance the federal government will come shut them down.

“People are just scared of being in that business and it doesn’t make sense because it is a bona fide business,” he said.

At the end of January, Long Island’s first two medical marijuana dispensaries opened in Lake Success and Riverhead.

Although patients now have access to the medication they need, attorney Barry Peek said the state has not offered them

significant availability to the product.

The state authorized five companies to operate four dispensaries each throughout the state.

“Clearly this is not enough to cover a state with 20 million people over 54,000 square miles,” Peek said. “It puts a tremendous hardship on those people who need it most; those who are disabled and those who can’t drive hours to get it.”

He also said since only 400 doctors across the state are registered to certify patients for medical marijuana, finding a doctor can be difficult.

Another issue, Peek said, was the state’s “seed-to-sale” requirement, meaning an organization must be able to produce, manufacture, test, deliver and dispense the product themselves.

“This is not a business for slim pockets,” he said.

While medical marijuana still has negative stigmas, Peek said. he believes the industry will prosper in New York, even though it is currently growing at a slower pace than other states like California and Colorado.

“These are not stoners involved in this business,” he said.

“These are doctors, businessmen and great lawyers.”

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March madness at Social Security Continued from Page 80 2. One of the most important fouls you might want to avoid is not signing up for Medicare Part B. Enrollment begins January 1 and ends March 31.

Medicare Part B covers two types of services: medically necessary services — services or supplies that are needed to diagnose or treat your medical condition and that meet accepted standards of medical practices. Medicare Part B also covers preventive services — healthcare to prevent illness (like the flu) or detect it at an early stage when treatment is most likely to work best. You can avoid that foul (as well as the penalty you must pay for not signing up during the enrollment period) and sign up for Medicare Part B when you turn 65 at www.socialsecurity.gov/ medicare.

that you’ll become disabled are probably greater than you realize. Studies show that a 20-year-old worker has a 1-in-4 chance of becoming disabled before reaching full retirement age.

The loss of a key family wage earner is another event that can be devastating both emotionally and financially. You can learn more about how we assist millions of people each year at www. socialsecurity.gov/disabilityssi and www.socialsecurity.gov/survivors.

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*Free Vehicle/Boat Pickup ANYWHERE *We Accept All Vehicles Running or Not *Fully Tax Deductible

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Call: (631) 317-2014

* Wheels For Wishes is a DBA of Car Donation Foundation.

HOUSECLEANING Cleans homes, offices, apartments. I will get your home or office sparkling clean! Hardworking with good references. Free estimates. Call Fatima 646-671-4687 HOUSECLEANING GARDEN CITY AREA available weekdays anytime. Experienced. Excellent references. Own transportation.

English speaking. Contact Jeanette 516-385-8151 NANNY AVAILABLE: With over 15 years experience caring for newborns, todddlers & twins. Seeking F/T or P/T long term position. Excellent references upon request. Call Paula 347-741-4320 NANNY: EXCELLENT NANNY AVAILABLE Our situation has changed and we are trying to help our former Nanny find a job. She’s had experience caring for multiple children at various ages (we had 4yr old twins). Hard worker, great with the kids and she is able to drive. References available. Call Olivia 516-884-8111 NURSE’S AIDE Certified, 15 yrs experience, honest, reliable, licensed driver with own car. Available full time, part time, overnights. My name is Barbara and I can be reached at 516-468-1340 NURSING ASSISTANT I’m a certified nursing assistant seeking private home care position.

Over 15 years experience. Licensed driver. Available Monday to Friday daytime hours and some weekends. Contact Cynthia 917-805-7782

NEW FLORIDA HOMES

FROM THE $170s

On Top of the World in Ocala is Florida’s Premier Active Adult Community • Over 250,000 sq. ft. of amenities • 54 holes of golf on three courses and much more Call us at 1.877.704.9447 or visit OnTopoftheWorld.com On Top of the World Communities Inc., Ocala, Florida a 55+ community. On Top of the World Communities reserves the right to change or withdraw any offer at any time. Prices, features and specifications are subject tochange without notice. Certain conditions may apply. Void where prohibited by law. NY Registration #H13-0004, NJ Registration #09-04-0018 and #NJ12-04-2019.

Career Training

for sale

Tag Sale

AIRLINE CAREERS Start here.

Get trained as FAA certified Aviation Technician. Financial aid for qualified students. Job placement assistance. Call AIM for free information 866-296-7093

DINING ROOM TABLE & CHAIRS: Gorgeous, Georgian style dining room table, 2 upholstered arm chairs and 6 upholstered side chairs for sale. Mahogany finished beech wood with brass claw foot details. Heirloom quality, beautiful condition. From Safavieh collection.

Offered at $3500. Located in Garden City. email debinc@mac.com OR call 414-379-0000

AUCTIONS, ESTATE & TAG SALES, MOVING & TRUCK SERVICES, STAGING & CONSIGNMENTS * INVITED SALES * Invited Sales can help you once you have decided to sell a property. We can do as much or as little as you need.

Many of our customers have worked with us to sell the contents of a home at auction, by hosting a sale at their home or online. Once we have emptied the contents we can help you to stage the property to sell it if you need. Our tucks are available for moving items to another location or for cleanouts. We provide our own garbage removal for those items that cannot be sold or donated. Our 5,000 square foot Consignment Shoppe & Auction Room also has an art gallery. Our LIVE AUCTIONS are held monthly and are broadcast ONLINE to buyers who do not attend the auction in person. We allow our bidders to bid from a week prior to the auction all the way up to and during the Live Auction. Online bidders are able to bid against the live bidders in the room. You can place items in the auction by scheduling an appointment to bring your items in to the shoppe for consideration.

The shoppe is located at 839 Stewart Avenue in Garden City behind the Garden Gourmet Deli and across the street from the U.S. Post Office.

The shoppe is open to the public 7 days a week and also accepts items on consignment by appointment. We are open Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri 106pm Thursday 10-4pm Saturday 105pm Sunday 12-5pm Please call the shoppe at: 516-279-6378 to schedule an appointment. We sell our items to the public, television shows and set designers, stagers, decorators and designers. We also sell our items to other stores, auction houses and dealers. Our items are unique, clean and sold as is. We price our items to sell and welcome furnishings for the home, jewelry, vintage items, artwork, collectibles, books, antiques and the brand new! You can forward pictures to be considered for consignment to: info@invitedsales.com Visit our website: www.invitedsales.com to see the items we have to offer and visit often, as we receive new inventory daily. Our 50% of area is always open and offers great items at half off!

If you would like to be notified about our special deals, dates of tag sales and estate sales or be notified about our next live auction you can join the over 10,000 people on our email list by texting: 22828 and entering the word “invited” when prompted. You can also email us at: info@invitedsales.com and we will be happy to assist you. Invited Sales also offers our truck services to move your items to or from your home, transport items to be delivered to the shop to sell, help to clean out your home, attic or garage or to stage your home for sale. Our staging process is a flat fee and includes the furnishings, their delivery and the removal of the same once your home has sold. Our services can be offered as a one stop service or as needed. Please call us at 516-279-6378 or email us at info@ invitedsales.com if you have any questions or concerns.

NATIONAL TRACTOR TRAILER SCHOOLS NTTS.EDU Buffalo​/ Liverpool NY. Full​/ Part Time P.T.D.I. Certified courses Student Loans, Pell Grants, Post 9/11 GI Bill. Benefits, housing, local and national employment assistance if qualified 800-243-9300

Announcements THE CONSTITUTION IS THE SOLUTION meets on Thursdays 7pm March 10th and March 24th. Park City Diner, 101 Herricks Road, Garden City Park, NY 11040. Admission: Menu purchase. For more information, contact Chris Wales 917-6930819.

Wales462@verizon.net.

Visit us at: JBS.ORG, the John Birch Society. We look forward to seeing you there!

Novenas/Prayers PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (Never known to fail). Oh Most Beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine of Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin assist me in this necessity.

Oh Star of the Sea help me and show herein you are my Mother.

Oh Mary Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth I beseech thee from the bottom of my heart to succor me this necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power.

Oh show me herein you are my Mother. Oh Mary conceived without sin pray for us who have recourse to Thee (three times). Oh Holy Mary I place this cause in your hands (three times). Thank you for your mercy to me and mine. Amen. This prayer must be said for three days and after three days your request will be granted. The prayer must be published. Grateful thanks. J.D.

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for sale APPLE iMAC FOR SALE 24 inch Core 2 Duo 2.66Ghz. 4GB older model, 2009 purchase. Works fine, was used just for home. $350 or best reasonable offer. Call 516-319-3559

ESTATE FURNITURE FOR SALE: Wood dining table & 6 chairs, perfect wood entertainment center & couch. Best price, must sell. Call 516-270-6322 HP 2840 ALL IN ONE LASER JET PRINTER FOR SALE Network printing, faxing and scanning, plus walk up copying and direct digital photo printing. Used, excellent condition. Located in Garden City. Pick up only.

Cash. $400. Needs color toner.

Call 516-489-2891 MOUNTAIN BIKES FOR SALE GARDEN CITY: Used Women’s DIAMONDBACK Outlook DX 26”​​ $125 Used Men’s 26” SCHWINN Sidewinder​​ $125 CASH ONLY. Call 516-489-2891(leave msg) or email: pasgmineola2015@ gmail.com OFFICE EQUIPMENT FOR SALE GARDEN CITY: HON (600 Series) Lateral File Cabinet 42”W x 19 1/4” D x 53 1/4”H $300 BROTHER IntelliFax 4100E High Speed Business Class Laser Fax $175 Pickup only. CASH only. Call 516-4892891 (leave msg) or: email: pasgmineola2015@gmail.com PRIVACY HEDGE SPRING BLOW OUT SALE. 6’ Arborvitae (cedar) reg. $129 NOW $59. Beautiful, nursery grown. FREE installation​/ FREE delivery. Limited supply! ORDER NOW! 518-536-1367 www.lowcosttrees.com SNOW THROWER: CRAFTSMAN snow thrower 9.00 HP 38’ Electric start, self propelled. 6-7 yrs old, well maintained and works great. $300 or best reasonable offer.

Garden City location. Fairly big but will fit into most SUVs. Contact 516-319-3559

Wanted to Buy LOOKING TO BUY! Records, oriental items, clothing, art, old & modern furniture, estates, jewelry, silver, glassware, dishes, old photos, coins & stamps, flatware. Call George 718-386-1104 or 917-775-3048 TOP CASH PAID: JEWELRY, Furniture, Art, etc. Please call 718598-3045 or 516-270-2128. www. iBuyAntiquesNYC.com

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▼ REAL ESTATE, SERVICE DIRECTORY Tag Sale

Pet Services

*BROWSE *SHOP *CONSIGN A.T. STEWART EXCHANGE CONSIGNMENT SHOP 109 Eleventh Street Garden City 11530 516-746-8900 China, Silver, Crystal, Jewelry, Artwork, Furniture, Antiques, Collectibles Tues-Fri 10-4 Sat 12-4 Every Tuesday: 10% Senior Citizen Discount. All proceeds benefit The Garden City Historical Society email: store@ atstewartexchange.org www.gardencityhistoricalsociety. org

DO YOU HATE KENNELS? OR STRANGERS IN YOUR HOUSE? HOME AWAY FROM HOME will care for your dog in my Garden City home while you are away.

Dog walking also available. Pet CPR & first Aid Certified. Numerous referrals and references.

Limited availability. Book early!

Annmarie 516-775-4256

HICKSVILLE AMAZING TAG SALE! CHILDREN’S ITEMS Saturday 3/19 10:30am-2:00pm Parkway Community Church 95 Stewart Ave (lower level) Clothing, shoes, toys, accessories, bedding and more!! A variety of exciting vendors will be there as well. YOU’RE INVITED! Tuesday, March 8 9:30 am 256 Brower Ave Rockville Centre, NY 11570 Selling contents of the house and the garage including furniture, outdoor furniture, clothing, household items, costume jewelry, accessories, lighting and more...

Visit www.invitedsales.com for pictures and details!

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

Pet training Doggie Day Care Boarding Dog Walking Mobile Socialization Program Backyard Clean-up GC Resident 516-382-5553

Automotive

Autos Wanted DONATE YOUR CAR to Wheels For Wishes, benefitting Make-aWish. We offer free towing and your donation is 100% tax deductible. Call 631-317-2014 Today!

REAL ESTATE FOR RENT

Apartment For Rent GARDEN CITY Large 1 Bed, New EIK Immediate $2200 Four rooms, 2 Bed, updated Kitchen & Bath $2,800 up Five rooms, 3 Bed, 2 Full Baths, Many Extras $3,400 up Many other rentals available!! GARDEN CITY PROPERTIES 516-746-1563

Apartment For Rent

GARDEN CITY Large 1 Bed, New EIK Immediate $2200 Four Rooms, 2 Bed, updated Kitchen and Bath $2800 up Five rooms, 3 Bed, 2 Full Baths, Many Extras $3400 up Many other rentals available!!

GARDEN CITY PROPERTIES 516-746-1563 GARDEN CITY PARK: 1st floor, private bedroom and bath, full use of basement with separate washer​ /​dryer, share kitchen, $1,100 utilities included. Move right in! Jill 516-354-4340

Homes for Rent GARDEN CITY Stunning Mott Colonial. 3 spacious Bedrooms, Master Suite w/ private bath, Living Room w/ fireplace, formal DR, 2.5 Baths, large eat in Kitchen, decorated, quiet area, mid block. CAC, finished basement, patio, private backyard, many extras. Long​/ short term, no fee. 516-739-3907

Office Space

Service Directory

GARDEN CITY SOUTH Ideal location, mint, large office space, 1st floor. Must see to appreciate. Near LIRR, stores.

Available now. $1,475​/​mth. Call Owner 516-538-7474 or 538-7476 WILLISTON PARK Office Space: 1300 & 2000 sf. available on Hillside Ave. Professional Building. Parking Lot, near LIRR & parkways. Full commission Paid. Tony 516-248-4080

Vacation Rental

Services 123 IT’S FIXED YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD HANDYMAN Just ask for Brendan For all your home repair needs! References available Insured Lic# HO105740000 Call: 516-509-0341

OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND Best selection of affordable rentals. Full​/​partial weeks. Call for FREE brochure.

Open daily. Holiday Resort Services.

1-800-638-2102. Online reservations: www.holidayoc.com

NEW YORK MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPISTS: Joan Atwood, Ph.D. An experienced therapist makes all the difference. Individual, couple, family therapy and anger management.

516-764-2526.jatwood@optonline. net www.NYMFT.com

Real Estate FOR SALE

Home Improvements

Lots for Sale ABANDONED CATSKILL MOUNTAIN FARM! Farmhouses, barns, streams, views! 5 to 40 acres! Under $100K! 2.5 hours NYC ! Financing available 888-905-8847 newyorklandandlakes.com

Real Estate wanted

Homes Wanted HOUSE WANTED TO BUY: Good or bad condition to build or fix. Fast closing. Call George 516-972-8787

AMBIANCE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES *Repairs & Maintenance *Handyman & Remodeling *Kitchen Installations *Furniture Assembly *Finish Carpentry *Minor Electrical & Plumbing 23year GC Resident Lic & Ins H18E2170000 Call BOB 516-741-2154 DEVLIN BUILDERS Since 1979.

We do all types of improvements including HANDYMAN REPAIRS. No job too small. Bob Devlin 516-365-6685. Insured License H18C730000 GRACE ROOFING: Est. 1977. slate, tile flat roofs, asphalt and wood shingle roofs, gutters and leaders cleaned and replaced, professional new roof installation.

Free estimates, expert leak repairs. lic​/​ins, local references, residential​/​commerical 516-753-0268

Home Improvements LAMPS FIXED $65 In home service. Handy Howard 646-996-7628 ONE STOP FOR ALL YOUR HOME improvement needs! Basement, bathroom & kitchen remodeling, carpentry, crown molding, closets, doors, sheetrock, painting, dry wall, repairs, spackling & wall paper removal and installation, decks power washed, stained and built. Gem Basement Doctor 516623-9822. www.gem-home.com SKY CLEAR WINDOW and Restorations Inc. Window Restorations, Outdated Hardware, skylights, Andersen Sashes, new storm windows, wood windows, chain​/​rope repairs, falling windows, fogged panes, mechanical repairs, wood repairs, restorations, all brands.

Call Mr. Fagan, 32 years experience. 631-385-7975 www.skyclearwindow.com

Painting & Paperhanging JV PAINT HANDYMAN SERVICES Interior-Exterior Specialist Painting, Wallpapering, Plastering, Spackling, Staining, Power Washing.Nassau Lic#H3814310000 fully Insured Call John 516-741-5378

Party Help 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

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.

Earn up to $60,000 in the first-year representing the 6 Blank Slate Media publications and website as well the 5 publications and 1 website owned by Blank Slate’s sales partner, Litmor Publications.

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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service directory ▼ Tutoring

Cleaning

BAR​/ BAT MITZVAH LESSONS Take the struggle and hassle out of Hebrew and Bar​/​Bat Mitzvah lessons. Michael Marcus Bar and Bat Mitzvah Tutoring and Services.

Call 516-524-0191 email michael@ barbatmitzvahlessons.com

STRONG ARM CLEANING: Residential and commercial cleaning specialist, post construction clean ups, shipping and waxing floors, move ins and move outs. Free estimates. Bonded and insured.

516-538-1125 www.strongarmcleaningny.com

ENGLISH TUTOR: Diane Gottlieb M.Ed., M.S.W. SAT​/​ACT, College Essays, AP, Regents, ELA Test Prep, Reading comprehension and writing proficiency. 917-5998007 or email: dianegot@gmail. com LongIslandEnglishTutor.com Providing one-on-one professional support to build confidence, knowledge and skills in every student.

MATH, SAT, ACT TUTOR: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2 plus Trig, PreCalc, AP Calculus. Norm 625-3314 ENGLISH, ACT, SAT TUTOR: 25+ year experience Critical Reading, Writing, Grammar, Essays. Lynne 625-3314 SPANISH TUTOR: High School​ /​Middle School, College. Spanish Grammar-Literature, SAT II, AP Exam. William Cullen, M.A., M.B.A., S.D.A. Chaminade, Fairfield Alumnus. 516-509-8174 wdctutor06@aol.com STOCK MARKET TUTOR: Retired banker and experienced stock market trader available for tutoring high school students on the stock market. Should have some knowledge of the market. Adults welcome. Text​/​call Ron Goldberg 516-567-8434

Instruction PIANO LESSONS By Ira Baslow.

Experience the joy of playing the piano. Private lessons in your home, free no-obligation piano lesson, all levels, all styles, all ages.

Beginners a specialty. 516-312-1054 www.iwantmypianolessons.com

Cleaning CLEANING HOME​​OFFICE: Weekly, monthly since 1979. Insured​ / bonded. Trusted​/ reliable. Call Olympia Cleaning 516-883-0359 EVON’S SERVICES We offer the following services: Companions, Home Health Aides​/​Elder Care Child Care and Housekeeping Laborers Days / Nights Live In or Live Out NO FEE TO EMPLOYERS Call: 516-505-5510

Services A & J MOVING & STORAGE: Established 1971. Long Island and New York State specialists. Residential, Commercial, Piano & Organ experts. Boxes available. Free estimates. www.ajmoving.com 516-741-2657 114 Jericho Tpk, Mineola NYDOT# 10405 COLLEGE ARTS ADMISSIONS: College Counseling in the Visual and Performing Arts. Dance, Musical Theatre & Drama. Film, Instrumental & Vocal Music. Audio Recording & Production. Theatre Technology & Production. Visual & Graphic Arts. Resume, Essays, Repertoire Lists. Michele Zimmerman. 516-353-6255 CollegeArtsAdmissions@gmail.com www.

CollegeArtsAdmissions.com COMPLETE JUNK REMOVAL​/​DEMOLITION SERVICE: Strong Arm Contracting Inc. We haul anything and everything. Entire contents of home or office. We clean it up and take it away. Residential​/​Commercial. Bonded​/​Insured. Free estimates. 516-538-1125 OLD VILLAGE TREE SERVICE: Owner operated sine 1989. 24 hour emergency service. Licensed​/​insured.

Free estimates, member LI Arborist Assoc. Please call 516-466-9220 TAX PREPARATION by Maria Passariello. Registered IRS & NYS Tax Preparer. We make house calls! New client discount 10%. 25 years experience. Available all ye ar, appointments 7 days. 516-9843328 or mptax1040@gmail.com WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEARN TO manage your own money? Would you like to avoid large brokerage houses with their high fees? Learn how to set up and manage your portfolio. Learn the reasons for asset allocation and diversification.

Learn how to apply it to your specific situation. Protect yourself in case of a financial crisis. I have no incentive and no control over your money. I strictly give advice; I do not sell any financial products. 917-453-0703.

Email helpwithwealthnow.com

To Place Your Ad call: 516.307.1045

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▼ LEGALS Legal Notice File No. 2014-361470​/​A CITATION SURROGATE’S COURT, NASSAU COUNTY THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, By the Grace of God Free and Independent TO: Royeen L. Heins David Heins Tamra L Heins SureTec insurance Company Attorney General State of New York and any and all unknown persons whose names or parts of whose names and whose place or places of residence are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained, distributees, heirs-at-law and next-ofkin of the said EDWARD BRUNS, deceased, and if any of the said istributees named specifically or as a class be dead, their legal representatives, their husbands or wives, if any, distributees and successors in interest whose names and​/​or places of residence and post office addresses are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained A petition having been duly filed

by Public Administrator of Nassau County, who is domiciled at 240 Old Country Road, Mineola, New York 11501, United States.

YOU ARE HEREBY CITED TO SHOW CAUSE before the Surrogate’s Court, Nassau County, at 262 Old Country Road, Mineola, New York, on APRIL 13, 2016, at 9:30 o’clock in the fore noon of that day, why the account of Public Administrator of Nassau County, a summary

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of which has been served herewith, as Administrator of the estate of Edward Bruns, should not be judicially settled.

(X) Further relief sought (if any): 1. Releasing and discharging the Petitioner from all liability, responsibility and accountability as to all matters set forth in the account of proceedings; 2. Allowing the commissions of the Petitioner in the amount of $ 24,798.92 pursuant to SCPA 2307(1) and the reasonable and necessary expenses of the office in the amount of $ 6,932.98 pursuant to SCPA 1207(4); 3. Fixing and determining the attorney’s fees of Mahon, Mahon, Kerins & O’Brien, LLC attorney for petitioner in the amount of $ 41,622.92 of which $9,972.92 has been paid and $31,650.00 is unpaid together with $17.13 in disbursements which have been paid; 4. Fixing and determining the accounting fees of Rispoli & Co, CPA’s in the amount of $112.50 which have been paid and Grassi & Co, CPA’s, PC in the amount of $2,062.50 of which $812.50 has been paid and $1,250.00 is unpaid; 5. Releasing and discharging the surety; 6. Directing the net estate be paid to the New York State Comptroller on account for the unknown next of kin of EDWARD BRUNS, decedent; 7. Granting such other and further relief as to the Court is just and proper.

Dated, Attested, and Sealed, February 18, 2016 Seal

HON. MARGARET C. REILLY SURROGATE S/ Michael J. Murphy Michael J Murphy, Chief Clerk Richard T. Kerins, Esq. Mahon, Mahon, Kerins & O’Brien, LLC (516) 538-1111 254 Nassau Blvd., Garden City South, New York 11530 NOTE: This citation is served upon you as required by law.

You are not required to appear.

If you fail to appear it will be assumed that you do not object to the relief requested. You have a right to have an attorney appear for you, and you or your attorney may request a copy of the full account from the petitioner or petitioner’s attorney.

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LEGAL NOTICE INC. VILLAGE OF WILLISTON PARK PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that a public hearing is scheduled for March 21, 2016 at the Williston Park Village Hall, 494 Willis Avenue, Williston Park, NY 11596 at 8:00pm to review past performances by the Village during prior program years and discuss request for Community Development projects for the 42nd Program Year.

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Julie Kain-Village Clerk Treasurer Inc. Village of Williston Park Dated : February 29, 2016 WT 143097 1x 3/04/​2 016 #143097

LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING INC. VILLAGE OF EAST WILLISTON PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Zoning Appeals of the Village of East Williston will hold a public hearing in the Village Hall, 2 Prospect Street in said Village on March 17, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. to hear the application of Neal Duffy, 20 Ridge Road, East Williston, New York to request the following variances from: 1. Article IV Residence A District Section 160-14 ​​ Dimensional Regulations (H) Floor Area Ration (FAR). FAR​—​.34 or 3,434.1 SF maximum. FAR​ —​.35.6 or 3,595.3 SF requested.

2. Article IV Residence A District Section 160-14 ​​ Dimensional Regulations (E) Minimum Front Yard Setback. 35.2’ Average. 29’.6-1/2”requested.

3. Article XIV Building Design Section 160-61 ​​ Sky Exposure Planes. One foot horizontal to two feet vertical (garage side).

Applicant seeks to: 1)expand and alter existing home to create a floor area of 3595.3 SF or a floor area ratio of 35.6 where .34 or 3434.1 SF is permitted.

2) To create a minimum front yard setback of 29’ 6.5”where 35.2 is required. 3) Construct within the required sky exposure plane at the north side yard of the home.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that any interested party may appear personally and be heard.

BY ORDER OF BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS INC. VILLAGE OF EAST WILLISTON

9-128-199

Thomas & Karen Munno

9-138-145

James & Thomas Kennedy

9-158-118

Meir Moza

9-202-113

45 Cross Street Realty

9-337-587

Saverio Barbella

$ 2465.33 plus water $2295.25 Total Due $4760.58 $1203.29 plus water $853.50 Total Due $2056.79 $1774.48 Total Due $1774.48 $1986.73 Total Due $1986.73 $2510.53 plus water $1294.84 Total Due $3805.37

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that at the time of the sale the buyer shall pay the sum of 10% of the amount of the unpaid taxes.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that the above mentioned properties have not been researched to determine what the public records reflect regarding these properties.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that any and all tax lien purchasers should, before bidding investigate what the public records disclose about the property in question.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that payment of the amount of any bid is due and payable by certified check to the Village Treasurer within ten (l0) days after the sale. In the event that the balance is not timely paid then in such event the bidder shall forfeit the ten percent paid at the time of the sale. Where no bid is made and the bidder does not timely pay the balance of the bid, it shall be deemed that the tax lien for that premises has been purchased by and sold to the Village of Williston Park.

Dated: February 22, 2016 Williston Park, NY

JULIE KAIN VILLAGE CLERK-TREASURER

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Notice of Formation of Livewell Fitness Camp LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/16/2015. Office location: Nassau County.

SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC,6 Prescott Place, Old Bethpage, NY 11804. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

WT 142977 6x 2/12, 19, 26, 304, 11, 18, 2016 #142977 Notice of Formation of Cruickshanks Engineering & Consulting, PLLC. Arts. of Org. filed with NY Dept. of State on 2/18/16. Office location: Nassau County. NY Sec. of State designated agent of the PLLC upon whom process against it may be served, and shall mail process to 173 Hillside Avenue, Williston Park, NY 11596. Purpose: any lawful activity.

WT 143077 6x 3/04, 11, 18, 25, 4/01, 8, 2016 #143077 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MOSS HOLDINGS, LLC On December 31, 2015, Moss Holdings, LLC (the “LLC”) filed Articles of Organization with the New York State Department of State. The principal business location of the LLC is 586 Commercial Avenue, Nas-

sau County, Garden City, New York 11530. The New York Secretary of State is designated as the agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. The post office address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon him or her to the LLC, is c/o Michael Moss, 586 Commercial Avenue, Garden City, New York 11530. The LLC is organized for the purpose of any and all lawful business.

WT 142979 6x 2/12, 19, 26, 3/04, 11, 18, 2016 #142979 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF RUBEN LIEBERMAN & WEITZ, LLC On January 25, 2016, Ruben Lieberman & Weitz, LLC (the “LLC”) filed Articles of Organization with the New York State Department of State. The principal business location of the LLC is 114 North Brookside Ave., Nassau County, Freeport, New York. The New York Secretary of State is designated as the agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. The post office address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon him or her to the LLC, is c/o Ranall White, 144 North Brookside Ave., Freeport, NY 11520. The LLC is organized for the purpose of any and all lawful business.

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INC. VILLAGE OF WILLISTON PARK NOTICE VILLAGE ELECTION

INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF WILLISTON PARK NOTICE OF TAX SALE OF REAL ESTATE UNPAID VILLAGE TAXES – 2015-2016 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that pursuant to Section 1452 of the Real Property Tax Law and a resolution adopted by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Williston Park on February 22, 2016, that the Treasurer of said Village of Williston Park will sell at public auction in the manner provided by law on the 17th day of March 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the Village Hall, 494 Willis Avenue, Williston Park, NY, the following parcels of real estate upon which Village taxes remain unpaid for the year 2015-2016 as will be sufficient to discharge the taxes, as set forth below, together with interest and charges which may be due thereon at the time of such sale:

Michael Holland, Chairman Board of Zoning Appeals DATED: East Williston, New York March 4, 2016 WT 143100 1x 3/04/​2 016 #143100

The following is a true and correct list of nominations of Candidates for offices to be filled at the Village Election to be held on Tuesday, March 20, 2012 from 12 Noon to 9:00 PM. at the following polling place.

ALL VOTING:

American Legion, Post No. 144

Name of Candidate

Office to be filled

Term of Office

Place of Residence

Independent Body

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William B. Carr Diane Thorp Michael P. Uttaro

Trustee Trustee Trustee

4 Year 4 Year 4 Year

26 Temple Street, WP 25 Cushing Avenue, WP 28 Franklin Street, WP

Integrity Representative Representative

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By Order of the Board of Trustees Julie Kain, Village Clerk;-Treasurer Dated: March 2, 2012 Williston Park, NY

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LEGAL NOTICE VILLAGE OF EAST WILLISTON TO HOLD ELECTION TUESDAY, MARCH 15, 2016 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Annual Village Election in the Inc. Village of East Williston will be held at the East Williston Village Hall, East Williston, New York 11596 on Tuesday, March 15, 2016 between the hours of 12 noon and 9:00 p.m.

The names of those who have been duly nominated and the offices for which they have been nominated are as follows: OFFICE TERM NOMINEE ADDRESS Trustee Four (4) Years Christopher Siciliano 9 Wheatley Ave. Trustee Four (4) Years Ellen Ritz 19 Robbins Dr. Trustee Four (4) Years Anthony J. Casella 22 Fairview Ave. Village Justice Four (4) Years Joseph J. Sperber 42 Ridge Rd.

By Order of the Board of Trustees Village of East Williston Marie L. Hausner Village Clerk Dated: March 4, 2016 East Williston, New York

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Chaminade falls to St. Anthony’s in finals

By G r e g ory Giaconelli The Chaminade High School varsity boys ice hockey team fell to the St. Anthony, 5-2, Friday night, falling for the second time in the best of three series at Ice works in Syosset and sealing the Catholic High School Division A championship for the Friars from Huntington Station.

Chaminade would fall short of their goal to repeat as Class A champions, but it was St. Anthony’s that seemed the team of destiny, sweeping the series to improve to a perfect 21-0 and taking home the title for the 10th time in 11 years.

For Chaminade’s head coach Ed Smith, coming up short of their goal was a tough pill to swal-

low. However, he’s proud of the effort his squad put in against a tough St. Anthony’s team that refused to lose.

“We set a goal in the beginning of the year and these kids never wavered from it” said Smith. “I have a tremendous amount of respect for those guys across the bleachers and it’s their year. We took them to the brink a couple of games and the score did not indicate the outcome of this game.”

After a heartbreaking 4-3 overtime loss in Game 1, the Flyers came into Game 2 with the aim of containing the duo of Tyler Barrow and Patrick Cozzi The Flyers would break through first on the scoreboard with a goal by senior center Henry Hitchcock with 4:45 left to play

Flyers and Friars at center ice for the opening face off. in the first period. As the puck goes down the Flyers’ end, Defenseman Alex Squeri passed to Nick Riebl from his own end and Riebl would dunked the puck out to mid ice, where Hitchcock picked it up and cut to the left side, beating the Friars’ keeper to give the Flyers the 1-0 lead.

It would be short-lived.

The Friars evened up the

game at 1-1 with a goal off a turnover behind the Flyers net with two minutes remaining in the first. The period would end with the game tied at one.

A goal 3:03 into the second period gave St. Anthony’s a 2-1 lead. Despite his team getting outshot and outplayed, Flyers goaltender Trent King did all he could to keep his squad in

the game as they headed into the locker room down by a goal.

“We needed to shoot more” said defenseman Glen Lizza. “We didn’t take enough shots. That’s what killed us.”

The Friars defense was the deciding factor down the stretch, consistently clearing the crease and limiting shots from the opposition.

“Going into the locker room, I told these guys they played a great game” said Smith. “I give credit to St. Anthony’s. They had a terrific defense and they protected their goalie very well.”

With 8:29 into the period, the Friars would turn what could have been a breakaway from the Flyers into an odd man rush going the other way. The

Friars would connect to tak a 3-1 lead, prompting the Flyers to call a timeout.

The Flyers would answer back with a goal of their own by junior center Chris Parisi on the power play to cut the lead to 3-2 at the 9:46 mark. Parisi missed his initial shot, but with the Friar’s goaltender out of position, Steven Falgoust was able to retrieve the rebound from the side of the net and pass it back to Parisi, who tapped it in.

With 2:22 left in the game, the Friars would add an insurance goal off another turnover, taking back the two-goal lead.

They would put the game out of reach with an empty net goal late in the third, sealing their trip to the state championship.

Chaminade finished with a record of 15-6-1.

One Team, One Dream: LIU Post Softball

By M i c h a e l Ot e r o As the LIU Post softball season gets underway, the team is looking to build on a successful 2015 campaign, during which they went 32-17-1. The Pioneers had a very strong showing in conference last season as well, going 22-6.

Just two years ago, the Pioneers were NCAA East Region Champions, the fourth time the Pioneers have held that honor since 2007. The head coach who is tagged with bringing the Pioneers back to the promise land is Jamie Apicella. “Our emphasis all preseason has been to be a more contact conscience team and cut down on strikeouts,” Apicella said about this year’s efforts. “We also would like to improve our on base percentage and average more runs per game. Our offense was down in all categories last season and because of it our pitchers were under more pressure,” he continued. This sounds familiar. The Kansas City Royals, the team that won the 2015 World Series, sounds like the epitome of the team Apicella wants to have this season. The Royals are a contact team to the heart and rarely swing and miss.

One of those pitchers under pressure last season was junior Ashley Martin.

Martin was recently named the East Coast Conference Preseason Pitcher of the Year.

In 2015, Martin earned ECC Pitcher of the Year honors and Division II All-East Re-

gion first-team accolades. She boasted an 18-6 record, with a 1.61 earned-run average and 120 strikeouts.

Apicella’s desire for more runs is a legitimate one, and one that will no longer be on the shoulders of Aly Dzierzynski.

In a Pioneer uniform, Dzierzynski accumulated a .346 lifetime average with 51 career home runs and 205 runs batted in.

Her 51 career round trippers shattered the program mark set by Christie Softy from 2007-10. The former catcher now works as an assistant coach at LIU Post for Apicella. He still sees her as a valuable asset to the team and a positive influence on the younger players. Dzierzynski has experienced “everything a softball player can experience,” Apicella said. Dzierzynski’s softball resume includes four NCAA appearances, a College World Series appearance and conference championships.

Not too shabby.

The LIU Post women’s softball team is a model of consistency. They have reached 14 straight NCAA Division II tournaments.

Apicella said it’s because of the culture of the program. “The alumni and seniors that graduate continue to pass the key.

They make it loud and clear what is expected from the younger players to keep the tradition going. Every member of this team understands that we expect their best on a daily basis.”

Getting student-athletes to gel and

mesh together is a challenge, but it’s for a national championship,” Apicella one Apicella is up for. “We have always said. “That goal will never change.” recruited the ‘right fit’ player. Excellent The Pioneers’ season begins with a 10 student first, softball player second. We game road trip in Clermont, Fl. on Sunday, want student-athletes that have a strong March 6, against the University of the Sciwork ethic and are goal oriented. We do ences. Their first home game is scheduled not want student-athletes that cut corners for Sunday, March 20, against Stonehill and take the easy way out. All these char- College. First-pitch is set for 11 a.m. acteristics make a true team. A team that This article was originally published will sacrifice and commit to one another in the Pioneer, the award-winning student to achieve a common goal,” he said. newspaper of LIU Post, www.liupostpioneer.

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