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Lauren Laureano, a ninth grader at Sachem High School North, has won the opportunity of a lifetime to perform on Broadway opposite Tony Award winner Sutton Foster during the September 19, 2009 performance of Shrek the Musical. Lauren is the winner of the national “Not Your Ordinary Princess” competition, sponsored by Nick.com. The competition sought two young ladies to fill the roles of Teen Fiona and Young Fiona, younger versions of the main character Princess Fiona, played by Sutton Foster. Lauren, age 14, will play Teen Fiona and sing “I Know It’s Today” on stage during the 8:00 pm performance on September 19.
Sachem High School North students watch as BMX, in-line skating and skateboarding athletes perform on a portable half pipe.
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A strong message about the dangers of tobacco use was presented to the students of Sachem High School North on Thursday, September 24. The building welcomed “The Xbox 360 Get Up Tour,” featuring five world-class athletes in the areas of BMX, in-line skating
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Wal-mart Foundation Awards $3,000 In Scholarship
Retailer’s foundation continues commitment to education; eases financial concerns for nearly 2,700 deserving high school students BENTONVILLE, Ark. , -- To offset rising tuition costs, the Wal-Mart Foundation will award $30,000 in academic scholarships to help ease financial concerns for ten college-bound Long Island students. Each student will receive a $3,000 Sam Walton Community Scholarship to use toward tuition, fees, books, and on-campus room and board for the 2009-2010 academic year. Our local winners are Eric Mlodzinski of Holbrook and Breanna Eng, Holtsville Part of $8 million that the Wal-Mart Foundation gave nationally to college-bound students, the scholarships awarded on Long Island hold an added importance this year when higher education endowments are shrinking and states are cutting back on appropriations. Even more, colleges are dealing with decreased funding this year and requests for financial aid are expected to grow by 20 percent, according to the National Association of College and University Business Officers. The recipients of the scholarships are students across the country who have excellent academic scores, have shown financial need and are involved in their communities. This year’s scholarship recipients are from all 50 states, Washington , D.C. and Puerto Rico .
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Senator Brian Foley recently presented Library Trustees and Library Director Judith Willner with a check for $250,000, secured through the NY State Dormitory Authority. The funds will be used to enhance computer capabilities and to expand and address the need for additional space in both the teen and quiet study areas.
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Ovations Dance Repertory Company, a nonprofit youth organization located in Bohemia under the artistic direction of Orlando Pena, casts its 10th Anniversary production of The Nutcracker Suite to be performed at The Patchogue Theater for the Performing Arts December 10-13. Auditions by appointment only every Tuesday and Thursday through August 13. Call 631-218-0315 or e-mail ovationsdance@optonline.net.
Gigantic Book Sale!
The Friends of Sachem Library are holding a spectacular Fall Book Sale. We’ll have thousands of great books for sale!!! Saturday, October 17th - Friends Only from 10:00 a.m. to 12 Noon - All Patrons from 12 Noon to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday, October 18th from 12 Noon to 3:00 p.m. Community Rooms A & B, Sachem Public Library, 150 Holbrook Road, Holbrook. For information please call 631-588-5024. Love a Mystery ???????? We will be having a special sale on “Mystery Boxes”. You may purchase a sealed box of books for $5.00. You will know what type of books are in these sealed boxes but not the titles. You will not be able to look into the boxes before your purchase. Your sealed box will be brought out to your car for you to take home and enjoy.
Monthly Meeting
The Friends of Sachem Library will hold its monthly meeting at Sachem Public Library, 150 Holbrook Road, Holbrook on Thursday October 8th at 10:30 a.m. in Community Room A (downstairs). New members welcome. For information call 631-588-5024.
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Diana Reid A fly enters a room, sees an opening it can escape thru and soars in its direction - only to slam against a window pane. The fly doesn’t know the difference between “inside and outside”, so in futility, it tries to fly thru the glass, continuously attempting to gain access to the other side. The fly tries harder and harder and seems very determined to get out. Unfortunately it’s effort is hopeless – no matter how hard the fly tries to escape, its survival is doomed – if only the fly had enough sense to turn it’s head it would see a perfect escape route – there’s an open door about two feet away. Why doesn’t the fly change what its doing and soar to freedom? Sometimes trying harder doesn’t work Sometimes trying harder just gets us stuck in a rut. Sometimes we need to climb out of the rut and change the way we do things. Sometimes all that’s needed is something radically different. If the same negative results are obtained over and over again, then maybe the route to obtain the end results needs to be changed. Change, can be difficult – uncomfortable. However, being uncomfortable provokes thought, which in turn can lead to comfort. Every day is a new beginning- filled with change. One day it rains and the next the sun shines - I adapt to the change in weather but resist change in my daily routine. I follow the same pattern every morning and feel that I can’t alter the routine then BAM! - the alarm doesn’t ring one morning and guess-what? Something happens to wake me almost at the same time as usual – I race thru the house and still manage to catch my train…… Hey, I guess I “turned my head and saw the open door” and then it dawns on me and I realize that something changed and I survived…..WOW. It’s good to have routines. It’s good to try hard, but don’t resist change – don’t get caught in a rut – be open to new experiences. Remember to work hard and play even harder – go with the flow. You might end up in a better place and if not learn from the experience and use it to grow and prepare for the next change – oh yeah – it’s coming. Live well – laugh often – love much. Happy Living!!!!!!!
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Islip, NY – Islip Town Supervisor Phil Nolan recently announced that the Town of Islip has received an A+ for its recycling program in the Citizens Campaign for the Environment annual report card. Last year Islip was the only town on Long Island to receive an A and this year it is one of only three towns to receive an A+. “I am proud to offer an outstanding recycling program, but more importantly I am proud of our residents for taking advantage of it and doing their part to reduce waste,” said Supervisor Nolan. “This A+ shows that when it comes to the environment, Islip Town continues to lead by example.” The Town of Islip made a few important additions to its already extensive recycling program to help maintain its high marks: • A permanent facility was opened to accept household hazardous waste year-round. • The first Long Island curbside e-waste pick-up program continued its success, collecting over 100,000 pounds of e-waste. • Recycling education material is now printed in Spanish, as well as English. • The Town is working to provide grants to schools to fund recycling programs. Islip Town Councilman Chris Bodkin visited the Multi-Purpose Recycling Center on the day the report card was released to give members of the media a tour of the facility. “With the help of this facility, Islip Town was able to remove 31 million pounds of recyclables from the waste stream,” said Councilman Bodkin. To view Citizens Campaign for the Environment’s recycling report card for all the towns across Long Island, visit www.citizenscampaign.org. To contact the Town of Islip about recycling in your area, please contact the Department of Environmental Control at 224-5460.
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Gallery Exhibit: Joan O’Sullivan Lengyel
The Magic of Main Street Movies
October 2009 Joan O’Sullivan Lengyel will exhibit The Magic of Main Street Movies, a collection of paintings and drawings featuring American cinema architecture at Sachem Public Library during the month of October in the Gallery located in the Lower Lobby. An artists reception will be held on Saturday, October 3 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Joan O’Sullivan Lengyel has had a passionate love affair with art, film, history, and travel. In this exhibit, Ms. Lengyel expresses her enthusiasm for the architecture of classic American cinema. Her works, presented in pen, pencil and pastels, reflect the days of the marquee and the sense of community that was created by these buildings while capturing the excitement of the movie-going experience. In addition to the main gallery, the display case will exhibit small pen & ink drawings by Dorothy Sarrubbo.
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Foxtrot Dance Lessons
Friday, October 9 7:30 p.m. Dance instructors Victor Goldman and Carolyn Schwartz will get you moving to the Foxtrot at Sachem Public Library on October 9 at 7:30 p.m. The Foxtrot remains the most popular social dance in the world today enjoyed by all age groups for its ease of movement and smooth style. The dance originated in 1913 when a vaudeville performer by the name of Harry Fox performed a little “trot” which appealed to the social dance teachers in New York. Foxtrot music is played by most social dance orchestras and is one of the easiest dances to learn. Victor Goldman and Carolyn Schwartz will teach you the simple steps that will improve your confidence on the dance floor, so you can relax and enjoy the party. Come alone or with a partner.
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Sunday, October 11 2:00 p.m. North Shore Theatre Group proudly presents actor Greg Oliver Bodine in twin tales of mystery, murder and …mortar at Sachem Public Library on October 11 at 2:00 p.m. This double-bill of short, one-man plays is adapted from two classic stories of mystery and horror, The Cask of Amontillado and The Black Cat, by Edgar Allan Poe. One actor- two classic horror stories! In The Cask of Amontillado a Venetian nobleman narrates a chilling tale of revenge involving his friend, Fortunato, against whom he has carried a grudge for an offense that is never fully explained -- an altogether sinister tale of one man’s thirst for vengeance, born from arrogance and jealousy!
Tuesday, October 6 7:00 p.m. As part of Sachem Library’s celebration of Italian American Heritage Month, Mario Toglia will share the story of how descendents of immigrants originating in the Italian town of Calitri came together to preserve their heritage at the Library on October 6 at 7:00 p.m. This cultural restoration project encompassed five years of research, promoted a powerful sense of historical responsibility and compelled the group to share its extensive material in the newly published book, They Came by Ship. These Italian-Americans were encouraged to retrace traditions, remember and exchange experiences, recipes and familiar expressions all resulting in new friendships and the discovery of distant relatives. Book sale and signing will follow the presentation.
The Art Encounter
Wednesdays, October 7, 14, 21 and 28 11:00 a.m. Strengthen your creative skills in The Art Encounter at Sachem Public Library on Wednesdays in October at 11:00 a.m. Do you have a desire to fulfill your passion for art? Artist Jack Dean leads this weekly gathering of art enthusiasts. Work in your favorite media, share ideas and learn new techniques in a relaxed atmosphere. Bring your supplies and a work-in-progress, or start something new and have fun as you allow your creative energy to flow!
Italian Cooking with Master Chef Marco Barrila
Wednesday, October 7 6:00 p.m. As part of Sachem Library’s celebration of Italian American Heritage Month, Chef Marco will prepare and demonstrate the art of making Arancini Messinesi at the Library on October 7 at 6:00 p.m. During this demonstration you will learn how to prepare Arancini two ways: traditional Arancini with ragu (meat sauce) and peas, and Arancini with butter, mozzarella, mortadella and besciamella. This dish is perhaps the best known of all Sicilian specialties incorporating the Arab influence of rice and saffron, the French for the ragout, the Spanish tomatoes and, before that, the Greek with fresh, soft cheeses. A tasting will follow the demonstration. There is a $10 fee to attend this program.
17th Century Baroque: Demons, Witches and the Grotesque
Thursday, October 8 4:00 p.m. Stony Brook University instructor Danielle Lenhard returns to Sachem Public Library on October 8 at 4:00 p.m. with a look at 17th century baroque. This month Ms. Lenhard will examine various forms of lowlife imagery in 17th century Italy and how they may have functioned as a kind of anti-classical classical. Lowlife imagery, ranging from naturalistic genre scenes of peasants and laborers to the fantastical depiction of dragons and witchcraft, departed from the esteemed illustrations of historical and Biblical scenes, but proved wildly popular. While these genres
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In The Black Cat A condemned man speaks from his prison cell on the night before he is to be executed for the brutal murder of his wife -- Poe’s masterful study of domestic violence, guilt and one man’s descent into madness … a journey that illustrates the ability of the human mind to observe and comment on its own destruction, without being able to stop it.
Block of the Month
Tuesday, October 13 1:00 p.m. If you know the knit and purl stitches, then you have what it takes to join in the fun of this new program at Sachem Public Library on October 13 at 1:00 p.m. Each month Marion Reiter will introduce a new stitch with which you will create a finished block. This month’s stitch will be the cable stitch. Register early; seating is limited. The fee for this program is $7.00 plus a materials list which can be obtained at the Welcome Desk.
Giuseppe Verdi’s La Traviata
Tuesday, October 13 2:00 p.m. As part of Sachem Library’s celebration of Italian American Heritage Month, Dr. Karisa Werdon, oboist, lecturer and music instructor will present an interactive presentation on Verdi’s La Traviata at the Library on October 13 at 2:00 p.m. Explore the dramatic plot of La Traviata and learn how Verdi used his compositional talent to enhance the original novel, La Dame Aux Camélias. You will hear key arias from the opera, discuss Verdi’s musical techniques, and be given a chance to “act through” a scene in the opera. No singing required!
Garden Thyme: Table Top Gardens
Monday, October 19 7:00 p.m. Join other gardeners at Sachem Public Library on October 19 at 7:00 p.m. and learn to create a table top garden you can enjoy all winter long. With autumn here and winter on the way, it’s time to think about gardening indoors. Using a variety of plants, containers and hardscape materials, you’ll learn a new way to create great in-home gardens.
Great Decisions Discussion Series:
CUBA AFTER CASTRO
Monday, October 19 7:00 p.m. Sachem resident and long-time Great Decisions participant Peter Hanson, will lead this monthly discussion series of current global hot topics at Sachem Public Library on October 19 at 7:00 p.m. On January 1, 2009, the Cuban Revolution marked its 50th anniversary. Cuba today is torn between socialism and capitalism. With the Castro era coming to an end, what is the next step for Cuba? Will U.S. policy change any time soon? Great Decisions, a national, civic-education program on U.S. foreign policy and international issues, is sponsored by the Foreign Policy Association. Copies of an essay based on this month’s discussion topic are available at the Circulation Desk.
Flu Shots
Tuesday, October 20 10:00 a.m. - Noon Nurses from the Suffolk County Department of Health Services will administer flu and pneumonia shots to persons over 18 years of age, on a walk-in basis at Sachem Public Library on October 20 from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Vaccines are free to Medicare and Medicaid recipients (HMO’s and HMO Medicare/ Medicaid plans are not accepted). For others the charge is $39 for the flu shot and $55 for the pneumonia shot. Checks are payable to SCDHS (Suffolk County Department of Health Services). Cash will not be accepted. For additional information, please call the Welcome Desk.
Medieval and Renaissance Treasures of Tuscany and Umbria
Wednesday, October 21, 2:00 p.m. and Monday, October 26, 7:00 p.m. As part of Sachem Library’s celebration of Italian American Heritage Month, Community Services staff member, Anne Marie Tognella, narrates a video presentation from her recent tour to Tuscany and Umbria, Italy at the Library on October 21 at 2:00 p.m. and October 26 at 7:00 p.m. View the beautiful scenery of medieval hill towns located in Tuscany, Umbria and other local regions. In this video you will see how medieval castles, rolling hills, and colorful vineyards decorate one of the most varied landscapes in Italy.
Indian Cooking
Wednesday, October 21 7:00 p.m. Discover the diversity of Indian cooking as Penn Hongthong shares a variety of dishes and cooking techniques at Sachem Public Library on October 21 at 7:00 p.m. Both subtle and flavorful, Indian cuisine is rich in the use of vegetables and spices grown across the Indian subcontinent. During this demonstration you will learn the recipes and cooking techniques to make the most of these enticing and healthy ingredients.
A New Book Discussion Series
America’s Crisis: Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War
Monday, October 26 3:00 p.m. To commemorate the 200th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s birth, you are invited to
attend a book discussion series to be held at the Sachem Public Library from September, 2009 through June, 2010. This month’s book, To the Gates of Richmond: the Peninsula Campaign by Stephen W. Sears, will be discussed on October 26 at 3:00 p.m. In March of 1862, George McClellan led the Army of the Potomoc in an invasion of Virginia known as the Peninsula Campaign that was to destroy the Confederacy and end the Civil War. Instead, he destroyed his reputation and helped to establish the legend of Robert E. Lee. Copies of this book are available at the Circulation Desk. Everyone is welcome to join in on the conversation. This group can be attended every month or individually as a particular title appeals to you.
The Dead Relatives Club: Genealogy 101
Monday, October 26 7:00 p.m. Dig up your past with the Dead Relatives Club Genealogy Group at Sachem Public Library on the last Monday of each month. This month’s gathering will be held on October 26 at 7:00 p.m. Get started on a new hobby this fall: Learn the basics of tracing your relatives in this introduction to the addictive pastime of genealogy. You’ll discover where to start, how to stay organized and the resources available for your search. You can also exchange ideas and progress reports with other hobbyists while you experience the fun of climbing your family tree.
Verse in Person
Tuesday, October 27 7:00 p.m. Celebrate poetry at Sachem Public Library on the last Tuesday of each month. This month’s reading will be held on October 27 at 7:00 p.m. Each month a guest poet presents a reading after which the audience is encouraged to share original works at an open mic. This month’s guest poet will be Richard Bronson. Mr. Bronson is on the editorial board of Xanadu, the literary journal of the Long Island Poetry Collective, and has facilitated its workshop at the Huntington Library for more than a dozen years. He is also a board member of the Walt Whitman Birthplace Association and has won the 2003 poetry prize of the American College of Physicians. Mr. Bronson will be available for a book signing following the reading. Special thanks to Jeanette Klimszewski and Mankh, members of the Performance Poets Association, for co-hosting this series.
Meet the Filmmaker: Marino Amoruso Pride & Passion: The Italians in America
Wednesday, October 28 1:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. As part of Sachem Library’s celebration of Italian American Heritage Month, Long Island native, Marino Amoruso, will present his film, Pride & Passion: The Italians in America at the Library on October 28 at 1:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. One of the most complete, definitive and entertaining films ever done on the history of the Italian people in America. A landmark PBS Special Presentation, Pride and Passion examines the monumental accomplishments and contributions of the Italian people in this nation and, indeed, around the world. It includes the moving and critically-acclaimed prologue Growing Up Italian. Special guest stars include Robert Loggia, Tom Lasorda, Joe Paterno, Pat Cooper, Joe Torre and many more. (2008) (NR:1:54)
Book Discussion:
Washington Square
Wednesday, October 28 7:00 p.m. The Sachem Library Book Discussion Group led by Helen Harris will be discussing, Washington Square, by Henry James on October 28 at 7:00 p.m. Catherine Sloper lives with her widowed aunt and physician father in New York City’s fashionable Washington Square district. Her courtship with Morris Townsend becomes a point of contention between Catherine and her father and her love and loyalty are torn between the two men. Copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk. Everyone is welcome to join in on the conversation. This group can be attended every month or individually as a particular title appeals to you.
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Keeping Towns Spruced Legislator Lindsay and Sheriff DeMarco promote “Inmates at Work”
Legislator William Lindsay joins Suffolk County Sherriff Vincent Demarco as they supervise the County’s “Inmates at Work.” This voluntary program gives inmates an opportunity to provide community service, while giving them a chance to get some fresh air. The inmates eligible are all within 90 days of release and are non-violent offenders. The programs helped maintain the medians on Patchogue-Holbrook Road in Holbrook and Nichols Road in Bayport. The Legislator applauds this effective use manpower.
and answered tobacco-related questions for prizes at the end of the session. The event’s activities encouraged healthy habits, physical strength and well-being in a fun and educational setting. The sponsors of the “The Xbox 360 Get Up Tour,” including Xbox 360, the U.S. Marines, and the Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids, set-up interactive stations throughout the site. Students were able to try new Xbox games, compete in chin-up challenges and more. The students learned a great deal, won terrific prizes and were “The Xbox 360 Get Up Tour” visits Sachem High treated to one amazing show, all School North to teach students about the dangers of in the span of one class period. tobacco use in an exciting educational setting. High School North would like to pay special thanks to Mr. Jose Cruz, Mrs. Lori Hewlett and the health teachers for presenting an enjoyable, educational experience.
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HOLBROOK, NY – Future Tech Enterprise, Inc. has announced that Bob Venero, president and CEO, has been named Corporate Chair for the October 4, 2009 JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes. This walk, one of three Long Island walks to support the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, will be held at Belmont Lake State Park and will feature Mr. Venero leading the pack on his Segway® Personal Transporter. In addition to serving as Silver Sponsor of the Walk, Future Tech (www.ftei.com) is committed to having a large walk team comprised on employees and their families. Future Tech has already raised more than $17,000 for JDRF through the event “Change for Change,” which rallied the local community to donate their spare change to the cause. Future Tech has also committed $10,000 in computer hardware and software, which will help JDRF continue its research and outreach efforts. “I’m honored that JDRF asked me to chair the October 4th walk,” said Mr. Venero. “This cause is something that is close to my heart, and JDRF is an organization that I am proud to support. Everyone at Future Tech is rallying to help them continue their mission to help children afflicted with the disease and to help them live long, healthy lives.” Anyone interested in contributing to the JDRF walk can contact Catherine Calame, director of marketing for Future Tech, at 631.472.5500; or visit the JDRF Web site at www.jdrf.com.
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Welcome back.... When Microsoft asked what people wanted in a PC, they told them to make it simpler and easier to use. They listened. And they built Windows 7 to make your PC simpler and the things you do every day easier. Now, it’s nearly ready. Windows 7 is on its way to manufacturers, and will be available on October 22. Take a tour of all the exciting features Windows 7 has to offer by typing this link into your browser. http://www.microsoft.com/ windows/windows-7/default.aspx Microsoft wants people to enjoy Windows 7 so they have made it a free upgrade for any new qualifying system bought with Windows Vista between June 26, 2009 and January 31, 2010. Check with your systems manufacturer. You can also use their upgrade advisor to see if your PC is capable of running Windows 7. Type this link into your browser to find out. http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-7/get/upgrade-advisor.aspx Here are some of the key new features and improvements of Windows 7… • Improved taskbar previews, bigger icons, pinning, and creative ways to personalize. • Takes the headache out of home networking, so it’s easier to share files and printers. • Speedy access to your favorite pictures, songs, websites, and documents. • Snap- A quick (and fun) new way to resize and compare windows on your desktop. • Windows Live Essentials- Must-have software for your PC—free! Get Mail, Photo Gallery, and other favorites. • It’s designed to sleep and resume quicker, be less memory hungry, and spot USB devices faster. • Windows 7 makes the most of powerful 64-bit PCs, the new desktop standard. • New power-saving features are designed to help laptops run longer. • Windows 7 gets you online in fewer clicks. • Watch, record, and pause live TV (additional hardware required). • Pair Windows 7 with a touch-sensitive PC and you won’t always need a keyboard or mouse. Excited yet? Remember Windows 7 is right around the corner…. Remember to keep those e-mails coming with any questions you may have or topics you would like me to cover. Simply send an email to: Rich@PCHelp101.com. Until next month...thank you, Rich Vatalaro
TURNING 50 REALLY STINKS PART II By Alden Gardener
Have I ever mentioned that I had turned 50 this past March? Truthfully, it’s been pretty rough; I’ve never, ever obsessed over my age; it is whatever your birth certificate says it is. However, turning 50 really does stink. I know, I know; I have my health, a nice family, etc…all of those things are thankfully true. Technically, it’s all good, but “50” represents something, well, old. I’m vintage or near-vintage; Antiquated, you might say. Ugh. Suddenly, I’ve become an “old guy”. My hair has gone completely gray and although I still feel as cool as ever, my aging exterior is betraying me and my inner coolness. On a recent trip to upstate N.Y., my family, some friends, and I took a white water rafting trip on Scanandaga Lake. Our guide, JD, an older, experienced looking gentleman gave each of our group a nickname. My wife was appropriately named “Mom”, my daughter became “Sweet Pea”, and I was affectionately referred to as “Gramps”. Are you kidding me, dude? As it turns out, JD was actually 71 years old. Nice. Just recently, an old girl friend from high school “friended” me on Facebook. Actually, it was pretty cool to hear from her after to probably close to 30 years. Her big news: She’s a grandmother! Oh my! Now, I wish her and her family all of the best, but come on. One of my first girlfriends is a nana now? This can’t be happening. Bobbie, a co-worker of mine is a very nice lady somewhere in her late 50’s and her husband is a retired gentleman I would guess in his mid 60’s. She told me a story about her husband and his friends attending an event at their local senior center. One of the guys had his 14 year old grand daughter with him, and the senior center director denied the child access because the center is only to be used by people 55 and older. “That’s outrageous! Unbelievable!” I exclaimed. “Yes, they should have allowed the kid to stay with her grandfather” she replied. “No” I said. “It’s unbelievable that I’m only 5 years away from having access to a senior center! What the frig?!” In addition to those horror stories, I was recently told to “____________ off, old man!” by a nice young lady at Yankee Stadium. I’m not even sure of how I offended her, but it’s not the “___________ off” part of what she said that upset me, if you get what I’m saying. Frankly, all of this “old man” stuff is getting a little stale now, so I’ve concluded that it there doesn’t seem to be much that I can do about it. I have to keep my head held high, maintain my dignity (and my inner coolness), stop whining once and for all, and carry on. I always believed that I would age gracefully; I just never thought that I would have to do it so soon.
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Legislator William Lindsay presented a proclamation to his nephew, Sergeant Robert Hummel. The Legislator praised this Long Island Solider, of the 101st airborne division, for his service in the armed forces over the last four years. Sgt. Hummel was deployed in Iraq for 18 months and received the Purple Heart and Medal of Valor during his service. We must remember to thank the members of our armed services, who place themselves in harms way to ensure our way of life.
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Sachem High School East Principal Rory Manning has announced that five students have been named “Commended Students” by the National Merit Program. Congratulations to Michael Dougherty, Brittany Lattanza, Joanna Maroney, Timothy Miller and Aditya Ramesh, whose scores on the 2008 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test place them among the top five percent of more than 1.5 million students across the nation. “It is an honor for any student to be designated as a Commended Student, but we also know that this honor is the result of many years of hard work, dedication, and commitment to their academic studies,” praised Rory Manning. The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test is a nationwide competition for recognition and awards conducted by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. The exam is conducted each October, and the fifty-thousand highest scorers were identified in April for further consideration. Sixteen thousand of the highest performing students were designated semifinalists on a state representational level and the remaining thirty-four thousand high performers were designated Commended Students. These students will be recognized for their achievements at an upcoming Sachem Board of Education meeting. Congratulations to Michael, Brittany, Joanna, Timothy and Aditya and their families.
Future Tech CEO Bob Venero Named Corporate Chair of JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes HOLBROOK, NY – Future Tech Enterprise, Inc. has announced that Bob Venero,
president and CEO, has been named Corporate Chair for the October 4, 2009 JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes. This walk, one of three Long Island walks to support the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, will be held at Belmont Lake State Park and will feature Mr. Venero leading the pack on his Segway® Personal Transporter. In addition to serving as Silver Sponsor of the Walk, Future Tech (www.ftei.com) is committed to having a large walk team comprised on employees and their families. Future Tech has already raised more than $17,000 for JDRF through the event “Change for Change,” which rallied the local community to donate their spare change to the cause. Future Tech has also committed $10,000 in computer hardware and software, which will help JDRF continue its research and outreach efforts. “I’m honored that JDRF asked me to chair the October 4th walk,” said Mr. Venero. “This cause is something that is close to my heart, and JDRF is an organization that I am proud to support. Everyone at Future Tech is rallying to help them continue their mission to help children afflicted with the disease and to help them live long, healthy lives.” Anyone interested in contributing to the JDRF walk can contact Catherine Calame, director of marketing for Future Tech, at 631.472.5500; or visit the JDRF Web site at www.jdrf.com.
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Scale plays a huge role in helping a tot to keep organized and neat. Children discover much of the world by touch, so, they make messes. Big messes. They endanger themselves by climbing to reach what they want. Imagine yourself being very small with tiny hands. If a book shelf, draw or toy is low and easy to access, a small one can grab it and put it away. Kids should be able to hang up their own clothes, sit in a chair their size and see their collections at eye level. Furniture too large and tall is overwhelming. Little ones like to look at their stuff. Keep their possessions visible. Sparse décor can give off a feeling of loneliness. January and February will be focusing on kids; safety tips, dealing with allergies and other helpful tips. If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at interiorxl@ optonline.net.
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To prepare for her one-night-only performance, Lauren met with members of the show’s creative team, received a professional costume fitting and rehearsed with Foster. Lauren submitted a video entry for the contest, which was viewed by the casting department for the show, with finalists’ entries judged by Jason Moore (director), David Lindsay-Abaire (lyricist), Jeanine Tesori (composer) and Tony winner Foster. Congratulations, Lauren! Break a leg!
In the past, a child’s room was decorated like any other room in the house. Parents frequently ran the same carpet through the children’s rooms as the hallway and master bedroom. Furniture was standard, often handed down from a family member. In most cases; toys, dolls, cars and stuffed animals were the only indications that a little one resided there. Stereotypes such as pink for girls, blue for boys, took over. Not a lot of creativity there???? Why is the décor of your child’s room so very important? What are the key factors in pulling a decorating project together like this? Age, personality, interests, room activities and scale are the challenge. Adults utilize every room in the house for different purposes. Kids are given one single room to pack most of their living in. They sleep, listen to music, use the computer, study, watch television, play video games, talk on the phone, hang out with friends, eat snacks, text message, play and store all their belongings in just four walls. Children prefer it this way. They can work on a science project or start a game without being repeatedly disrupted by having to clear off the kitchen table or family room floor. They have some privacy from their siblings. A child’s room is their sanctuary. Homes are designed and furnished for the comfort and style of adults. A child can have their own sense of control over their environment in their quarters. Like their parents, adolescents feel more at home in a room that reflects their personality and interests. As we all know, it doesn’t take much time for youngsters to express their tastes. Children become style conscious at an early age. Whether its sneakers, cell phones, or area rugs and art work, kids have a pretty good knowledge of what is hot and what’s not! It’s not enough to create a comfortable and functional room. Peer pressure and individual preference play a large part in designing a child’s room. Teenagers’ especially. They want the right colors, the right accessories and the right furniture. If you chose to take control over the room yourself, be aware that your child may not be happy with the result. Your son may be into sports but not want a sports theme. A daughter may love dolls but would rather have space to practice dance routines with her friends. If your child is old enough to be included in the planning; such involvement just may motivate them to take better care of their things. For example; if you purchase a designer comforter set, they may not eat ice-cream on the bed. Good luck with that…………………….
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By C. Peper-Goldsmith The nip in the air reminds me that Summer is over. I’m not sorry; it will be back next year and maybe it will bring a drier June. Meanwhile, the weather is perfect for leisuretime walking, biking, or just sitting on the front stoop. It was during that last activity that I first noticed the neat mounds of sandy soil in among the bricks. Uh-oh… Real estate sales wisdom teaches us that a house is “sold” to a buyer even before he walks in the front door. One of the things I liked about our place the moment I saw it was the path that led to the entrance. I liked the worn uneven bricks. It was one of the quaint features that sold me on this townhouse, and once we had moved in we put a bench in front and made a little courtyard with pots of flowers. Very French, I thought. But the bricks were collapsing and the front entrance walk was like a smile with very crooked teeth.. Then I noticed that those innocent-looking little ants that dug earth. one grain at a time. and piled it up so neatly within the spaces between the bricks, were growing more numerous I enjoyed watching them at work. They were so industrious. I had read somewhere that each little ant has its place in the group and a job to do. Some dig and carry. Others run out - to the food store I imagine, and carry food back to their underground home; dead bugs, bees, a crumb. Their activities were so much fun to watch that I started naming the little fellows. They weren’t all over the kitchen counter, so what was the harm, I reasoned. But one day I noticed that some of the pretty old bricks were sinking into the softening earth. as the ants kept happily digging away. They were busy building their little community – a co-op, maybe. Then one day I tripped on a loose brick and nearly fell. It was the moment of truth: I needed to find a compassionate way to persuade the ants to move. Spraying with some noxious pesticide was out of the question. The stuff is horrible and should be banned forever. I had to find something else.. I scouted the shelf in the laundry room. Clorox wouldn’t do because I can’t stand the smell and it would probably kill them. Maybe a little spritz of Shout would do the trick. They would leave rather than drown in the gooey stuff, but it wouldn’t kill them. Or maybe a few dabs down the tunnels of Superior Moisturizing Foot Cream. In the end (so to speak) I dribbled Shout down the ant holes. It worked. They went away. And they were clean. A year passed. The bricks unfortunately were really a mess and a family of little ants moved back in. Something drastic had to be done. So we saved up for a new walkway – a really nice one. Paving blocks. Tight fitting. Beautiful design. So tight fitting that we were sure not even a teensy-weensy little aunt couldn’t fit between them, let alone bring the hard-packed sand up one grain at a time. We were wrong. Only this time the little rascals are tunneling up in between the new and very pricey paving stones in our walkway. Aren’t they cute?
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Mickey Felice’s 411 West Main Street Patchogue, ny 11772
(631) 289-1700 Catering Menu/Facility Available
Serving Lunch Tuesday-Sunday at 12 • Dinner Starts at 4:30 1
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MUSIC LINe-Up TUESDAYS
FRIDAYS
Ed Travers Band
LUNCH WITH US Inside or Out?
Jimmy Buffett Music
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THURSDAYS
Great Party Bands
Howie Seal Band
Famous Oldies Groups
SATURDAYS SUNDAYS
Live Afternoon Reggae
food SpeCIaLS
Enjoy All Week moNDAY
Kids pay 5¢ per lb. that they weigh
Free Docking available.
TUESDAY
RESERvATIoNS ALWAYS REcommENDED yond
spreading be News of our food is so call ahead! Suffolk County …
Where The Season Never Ends!! 116 Division street, Patchogue U 687-craB
open 7 Days for Lunch & Dinner
WEDNESDAYS
5PM Acoustic Music 9PM DJ Richie Rich
2 Pound Tuesday - 2 Lobsters with the works $29.95
WEDNESDAY Prime Rib Nite
THURSDAY
3 Pound Thursdays! 3 Lobsters $39.95
FRIDAY
The Happiest Hours on Long Island
SATURDAY
Great Fish & Steak Specials
SUNDAY
“New” Brunch Menu from 11AM-2PM
reservations aLWaYs recommended “…cause we have great food!”
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