Village Connection Magazine September 2011

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publishers letter

Good Night Irene WOW...what a month August was.

At Village Connection, we have been running non-stop. Over the past few weeks I recorded a radio commercial (have you heard it on WALK 97.5?), completed a fashion shoot (featured in this issue), and worked a deadline during a hurricane.

As I’m writing this column, many of you are still recovering from the effects of Irene.

All in all, we were very lucky that the storm was not as bad as some had feared, but the mess of downed trees and the lack of electricity, water, phone and internet service that some are experiencing has disrupted many lives and businesses (including ours) in a big way. The good news is that by the time you are holding this magazine in your hands, it will be old news and we can start concentrating on more fun things, like the upcoming Long Island Fall Festival.

Village Connection Magazine will once again be hosting the Carnival Stage during the festival, which is actually a little early this year, running from September 30 through October 2. We will have an amazing lineup of live music throughout the weekend including Mike Guido’s now-famous “Allman Brothers Hour” which made its debut the first year we hosted the stage in 2007. We have a great time that weekend and we would love for you to stop by and say hi and enjoy the talent with us. In the meantime...

I’ll see you in the Village, Jim ps - You do NOT want to miss our October issue! We’ve got a big surprise in store that will flipyou out. Come visit us at the Carnival Stage during the Fall Festival for your copy. flip

“Keep your face always toward the sunshine”

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contents - september 2011 DEPARTMENTS

Huntington Has Style 7 Fall Fashion 14 Beauty 26 Fitness

Huntington Local

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Wine Under the Stars Talk of the Town Northport History Art Galleries & Museums Featured Artist Finance Fall Festival Wellness Playing it Safe Pets Local Exposure Seniors Hear This Huntington Hospital Honorees

Huntington at Home 53 56 58 60

Outdoor Living Designer Look Backyard & Beyond Fall Festival

Huntington Hot Wheels

61 Featured Car 64 Automotive

Huntington L.I.V.E.

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Elvis Costello Opens at the Paramount Mick Hargreaves fundraiser concerts Horoscopes Beer

ON THE COVER John S. Vater has been photographing fashion and beauty for more than 35 years. He began his career shooting for local Long Island press, then made his way to New York City, where he captured the fashion elite on film for top modeling agencies. His work has been featured in Cosmopolitan, Redbook, The New York Times, Studio and Esthetica. John’s work has graced the cover of Newsday and has been showcased in Modern and American Salon Magazines and National Geographic Traveler. Each season John can be seen shooting behind the scenes during New York’s Fashion Week.

Photos copyright John S. Vater, A.Vater Inc.

All artwork, design & layout by Village Connection Magazine, Inc. is sole property of the publisher and may not be reproduced in whole or part. The publisher will not be responsible for errors in advertising beyond the cost of the space occupied by the error, and such responsibility, is any, shall be limited only to the first use of advertising in the case of repeated use. The publisher reserves the right to edit or reject any advertising at its sole discretion. Position requests can not be guaranteed. The advertiser shall represent that all artwork and copy provided by the advertiser is owned by the advertiser and it has the right to utilize such in this publication. ©2011 Village Connection Magazine, Inc.

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Huntington HAS STYLE

Peace, Love and Rock & Roll Must-Have Style from Fall’s Huntington Hot List

By Adriana and John Vater, Co-Founders, Spa Adriana Big hair and a ‘60s vibe dominate fall fashion and beauty this year. The Huntington Hot List visited Coindre Hall and Prime Restaurant recently for a photo shoot to capture what’s trending now in clothing, jewelry, accessories, beauty – even luxury autos – all from Huntington’s own worldclass businesses and venues.

The ‘60s are back but with an edgier take, a more sophisticated spin. Groovy patterns in plums, browns and neutrals demand attention in clothes that hug close to the form.

According to wardrobe stylist Petagaye Powell, skinny jeans in grown-up fabrics, textured neutrals accented with teal and beautiful neon accessories, faux furs, open-toe wedges and playful jewelry let loose our inner flower child – with an elegant sensibility.

Oh, Pretty Woman Hair is BIG, sexy and fun! Spa Adriana’s new Rag Doll Collection incorporates layered, textured looks for easy styles that go from day to night. It’s all about movement, volume and natural beauty: wavy hair gets amped up, tighter curls are loud and proud, straighter locks are tousled just a bit. Highlights add dimension and intrigue.

According to creative director Adriana Vater, to achieve the wavy hair, try using light products such as “Be Curly Style Prep” in combination with “Flax aloe gel” from Aveda on damp hair to enhance hair’s natural wave.

Makeup compliments the look with funky metallic coupled with blue-green hues, brighter yellows and plum lips.

Find your fall style today on the Huntington Hot List!

“Fall colors include plum, brown and neutrals mixing with neon colors...Accessories with teal accents...In shoes look for open toe wedges, boots that are high on the calves but not over the knee, and for everyday wear, the basic pump is always a must have.” - Fashion Stylist Petagaye Powell

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On Gina (above and cover): Missoni dress (Lonny’s) classic zig-zag design adorned with metallic shine, Zachary’s 18k gold and white agate earrings with white and black diamonds

On Gina (left and far right): White Carrion Print knee-length dress by Helmut Lang (Marsh’s), Zachary’s 18kt rose gold “needlepoint” pendant and matching earrings, 24kt pure gold bracelet with black diamonds

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Huntington HAS STYLE

On Alex (below and cover): Sexy gold sweater dress accented with sequins (Ma-Belle Boutique), Zachary’s rose gold autumn leaf earrings with rose cut diamonds

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Huntington HAS STYLE “This year’s fall trends feature an array of classic and neutral suits in every shade. Shirts in vibrant colors are worn in casual styles. All it takes is a few outfits. One secret - the simpler the better.” - Salvatore Paterno, Milano Fine Fashions for Men

On Jim: Cashmere Wool Brera Milano Suit, Handmade Dolce Punta tie

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Sunglasses available at Main Street Optometry

“60’s and 70’s styles are back. Everyone has their Own style. You should wear what looks good on you” - Yafa, Ma-Belle

Boutique

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Huntington HAS STYLE

On Alex (above) - 60s style bell sleeve mini print dress from Ma-Belle Boutique On Gina (left) - Ivory peasant blouse and brown leggings (Francine’s), Daisy dangle earrings and cuff bracelet by La Vie Parisienne (Jewelry Collection)

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beauty • adriana vater

Big Hair IS BACK! Big hair is HOT this fall!

September beauty is all about easy, natural textures, earthy tones and BIG, beautiful hair! Think locks that are layered, touchable, filled with movement. At Spa Adriana this trend is front and center with our new Rag Doll beauty collection. It’s a sexy, fun collection that celebrates our strength, our vibrant selves, the intrigue and undeniable beauty of today’s woman.

If you’ve got waves, now is the time to give them creative license! Aveda’s Be Curly collection is fantastic for bringing out your powerhouse curl – the sky’s the limit for volume and wave this season. Limit frizz with a curl enhancer, blow dry on low with a mild heat. Shape curls with your fingers to tease out that natural texture.

Highlights are back in a big way, too, to create texture to add dimension to straight and even already-curly hair. Painted-on highlights add color and emulate nature with a casual, random application. Avoid overprocessed, “burnt”-looking hair by adding color, not stripping out hues. Warmer tones resonate fall’s darker colors. Blondes are warm, too, never brassy. Highlights add life to mousey, ashy tones.

Makeup shines with edgy metallic, pewters and bronzes coupled with canary yellows, sea foam greens and soft turquoise accents for eyes. Lips are ripe with cranberry reds, rose shades and juicy plums.

Adriana Vater is the Creative Director and co-founder of Spa Adriana at 266 Main Street in Huntington Village. Visit her website, spaadriana.com or call 631-351-1555.

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On Gina: Vince gold sequin oversized cropped top (Marsh’s), Vince leather pants (Marsh’s), 14k gold plated over copper base cuff bracelet by La Vie Parisienne (Jewelry Collection)

“Trends for fall and winter are lots of sequins and animal print dresses, sweater dresses and dresses accented with fur.”

- Yafa, Ma-Belle Boutique

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Huntington HAS STYLE

On Alex (above): Mini sequin, strapless dress available at Ma-Belle Boutique. (top left): Ralph Lauren fitted belted dress (Marsh’s), Zachary’s 24k pure gold bangles with cognac diamonds, and Zachary’s 24k pure gold bangles with black diamonds (bottom left): Eco-friendly, handmade dress is sewn, crafted and knitted by a local artist. Choose your color, fabric, pattern, length and size (Francine’s)

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Huntington HAS STYLE

On Alex: 525 American Diamond Fur Jacket (Lonny’s), Sondra Roberts handbag (Jewelry Collection), Zachary’s turquoise snake bangle and 24k pure gold turquoise and diamond “spring blossom” flower necklace

On Jim: Milano Custom shirt, Milano Shearling coat, Denim jeans by Mavi (J. Ogilvy), Sunglasses (Main Street Optometry)

On Gina: 525 American Fur Vest (Lonny’s), Cream Vince cashmere sweater (Marsh’s), Sondra Roberts handbag (Jewelry Collection)

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On Jim: Spread collar sport shirt by Jonathan Ogilvy, Peruvian pima cotton crew neck sweater by Gionfriddo and denim jeans by Mavi for that fall evening out (J. Ogilvy)

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Huntington HAS STYLE

On Gina (right): Annie Hammer necklace & matching earrings with citrine orange topaz and madera citrine briollettes (Carole’s Corner).

Ivory crochet sweater and coral tank available at Francine’s Fashion Boutique (left): Debbie Brooks, designer to the stars, acrylic cuff with flower motif (Carole’s Corner)

On Alex: Vermeil necklace and earrings set - 22k gold-dipped silver with natural stones by Nina Nguyen (Jewelry Collection), Glasses from Optical Shoppe,

“PARKAS will be a key piece of outerwear to help you weather the Fall in style....EMBELLISHED DRESSES will replace the LBD this season. When you need shine look for a little mini with some glitter...Colorful TRIBAL PRINTS will be seen everywhere from t-shirts to cashmere sweaters...Touches of LEATHER help you look cute and will be found everywhere from sweaters to dresses and leggings” - Fall trends from Lonny’s 20 • village connection • september 2011

CONTRIBUTORS MEN’S AND WOMEN’S FASHION Milano Fine Fashions for Men 245 W. Jericho Turnpike, Huntington, 631-549-1500 Marsh’s of Huntington 270 Main Street, Huntington, 631-423-1660 Francine’s Fashion Boutique 5 Green Street Huntington, 631-629-4364 Ma-Belle Boutique 280 Main Street, Huntington, 631-351-2111 Lonny’s 255 Main Street, Huntington, 631-421-2650 JEWELRY Zacharys Fine Jewlery 264 Main Street, Huntington, 631-673-2200 The Jewelry Collection 75 Main Street, Northport, 631-754-1116 Carole’s Corner 816A Fort Salonga Road, Northport, 631-757-1972 GLASSES Optical Shoppe 7 Wall Street, Huntington, 631-271-1010 Main Street Optometry 89 Main Street, Northport, 631-651-8046 TRANSPORTATION Jaguar Huntington Range Rover Huntington 1249 E. Jericho Turnpike, Huntington, 631-427-2222 HAIR AND MAKEUP Spa Adriana 266 Main Street, Huntington, 631-351-1555 spaadriana.com

John S. Vater Editorial Concept, Director and Photographer Photos copyright John S. Vater, A. Vater, Inc.

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Huntington HAS STYLE on location • coindre hall Coindre Hall is a 40 room, 30,000-square-foot mansion in the style of a medieval French château constructed in 1912 for pharmaceutical magnate George McKesson Brown. It overlooks 34 acres of rolling land including a boathouse adjacent to Long Island Sound.

Brown lost ownership of the property after the stock market crash of 1929. At the request of Bishop Monsignor Thomas Molly, the Brothers of the Sacred Heart bought this property to establish a boarding school and summer retreat. It was founded in 1939 by Brother Martinian, S.C., Provincial Superior, and was named in memory of Father André Coindre, the founder of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart.

The zeal and sacrifice of the teaching staff left a great legacy in the region, as did the work, discipline, camaraderie and spirituality that the center impressed upon its students until its closure in 1971. It later reopened for a few years as an independent private school called "Eagle Hill School."

Since 1973 Coindre Hall Park has been administered by the Suffolk County Department of Parks, Recreation & Conservation. On September 26, 1985 it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places and dedicated to the Suffolk County Historic Trust. It is often used for hosting weddings.

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Huntington HAS STYLE on location • prime restaurant Prime's interior spaces are a study in chic design called "gorgeous" by The New York Times. The main dining room features handmade glass sculptures, exposed brick walls with white marble trim and full-length windows overlooking Huntington Harbor. An 8,000-bottle wine cellar is illuminated from beneath its transparent floor, and the 32-foot long polished-cement wave bar has views into the open kitchen. Several outdoor patios are open during the summer months where diners can enjoy cocktails or dine al fresco under the stars.

Separate menus are offered for the main dining room, light fare in the bar, dockside dining and Sunday brunch.

A three-course prix fixe menu is also available during the week. A number of appetizers, including mizu sushi and raw bar selections, start the meal, followed by seafood, beef, veal and lamb entrees. Popular dishes include beef Wellington with mushroom duxelles, bordelaise sauce and a brie fondue, pan-seared tuna with soy, lime and wasabi and grilled Colorado rack of lamb.

At Prime, the latest trends in cuisine and design come together in a dining experience from the Bohlsen Restaurant Group that is underscored by excellent service and topped off by a spectacular view of Huntington Harbor.

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fitness • bonne marano-marcus

Making Time for “You” Here you are, the woman who has it all, or is at least well on her way. Unfortunately however, you’re also doing it all. You’re committed to looking good and being fit.

And to get the body you want, you know you need to put in some serious time at the gym.

The problem is that your life just doesn’t stop to allow you to do so. Fitness is a big priority, but not your only one.

After working, paying the bills, socializing, and running every errand that must be done by the end of the day, it becomes simply that...the end of the day. You feel exhausted, and in the end disappointed that once again you didn’t spend any time on you. Before you know it, your good intentions to maintain a serious exercise program and healthy diet could be out the window In an ideal world, you should be able to take 30 minutes every day to spend on you; to regain focus, and feel better. However, on the days that you can’t spend 30 minutes in a row, I’ve designed a way to break down a fitness routine, into four ten minute segments that you can do anytime in the day or evening. Studies show that this type of workout is just as beneficial for weight loss and health improvement as doing 30 minutes of training at one time in a day.

Walk.

Especially early in the morning before you go to work; it will start off your day on a good note. This is an easy one. First thing in your day, you spent at least 10 minutes on you. I know many of you wear a business suit to work, so I’m not asking you to break a big sweat. Just the extra energy that you expend burns extra calories for the day. Carry your good shoes, wear your sneakers and focus on your breathing and the length of your stride.

Stretch.

Every day for five minutes! First thing in the morning is an ideal time; even before you get out of bed. Stretching in the morning should be done as active, isolated stretches. Check out Jim and Phil Wharton’s,“Stretch Book” for great stretches. Just move around in big over exaggerated movements. For example, reach over your

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head, interlace your fingers and lean to one side. Think of reaching up and over your ribcage. Take a deep breath in two or three times and repeat the motion on the other side.

Try the stretch four or five times and try to move further into the stretch each time you try. If you are not warmed up, stretching must be performed with the breathing as the focus. Don’t be aggressive with your stretches in the morning. Just sense the feeling of length between two joints and breathe your way into movements.

Strengthen your body.

No weights are even necessary to strength train your body. It’s all about focus and connection. Doing basic exercises like squats, lunges, push-ups, dips, planks, and crunches can make a difference in your strength and improve your posture almost immediately.

Basic yoga postures are also great for a quick strength routine.

Make time for you and move.

No matter how busy you are, you should be able to take 30 minutes every few days to spend on yourself. It maintains balance in your mind and your body. It helps release tension, anxiety, and will calm you when your days become hectic. Take a walk around the block every other day and not only will it improve your mood, you will burn enough extra calories to notice a difference in your energy levels. Maybe turn on some music and just jump around your living room. Just get your heart rate up and get the blood moving!

To be healthy requires a life change and a mental change. It doesn’t just happen overnight.

Bonne Marano-Marcus is the author of “The Complete Bride’s Workout Guide”, and “The Road Warrior Workout.”

She has been featured in more than 50 national women’s publications. E-mail her at Bonne@BonneMarano.com

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STAFF Publisher Jim Savalli 631-455-3758 Associate Publisher Jeanne Murphy 631-339-1166 Graphic Design j. murphy creative marketing Distribution Manager Michael Savalli Contributing Writers: Adriana Vater, Lori Trentacoste, Dr. Stephen Atkins, PhD, Bonne Marano-Marcus, Tom Ryan, David Tuohy, Jr., Barbara Simons, Seann Sackett, Valentina Solomita, Nick Radesca, Bob Little, Charles H. Gamarekian, Lydia Yvette, Alan Stableford, Frank Esposito, Elise Pearlman, Kevin Bailey, Mary Ann Dellinger, CONSULTANTS John S. Vater Editorial Creative Consultant/ Photography Huntington Has Style Nick Stringa Creative Consultant/Graphic Design Huntington Has Style CONTACT INFORMATION Advertising 631-455-3758 Editorial 631-339-1166 villageconnection@live.com Published by: Village Connection Magazine, Inc. 75 Prospect St., Suite 117 Huntington, NY 11743 villageconnectionmagazine.com

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Huntington LOCAL

The 21st annual wine and food tasting event, “An Evening of Wine Under the Stars,” is the Huntington Historical Society's most anticipated and successful fund raiser, (as well as its best party!). This year’s event will take place on Friday, September 9, at 7 pm on the grounds of the historic Kissam House. Fine wines, gourmet food, live music, and fantastic raffle & auction items are just a few reasons why you won't want to miss this special evening.

“Mark your calendar, invite your friends, buy your tickets now and join us in celebrating, because this event has a reputation for being fun, fun, fun, and sells out!” said Director of Operations Claudia Fortunato.

Captain F. Rogers Ketcham - through his three children: Roger Ketcham, Dale Graves and Kathy Wikowitz -is being

honored in memoriam for his extraordinary efforts in preserving Huntington's heritage and for his generosity toward the Huntington Historical Society. The family has preserved, and donated, a large collection of Brown Brothers Pottery. Captain Ketcham was also instrumental in donating the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Building to the Society. Following a family tradition, he was an active supporter of the Bethel AME Church, the oldest African American Church in Huntington. He was president of the Huntington Rural Cemetery Association, president of Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Association, and a longtime member of the SAR. In 1934 he joined the Halesite Fire Department and the Huntington Yacht Club. He remained an active member of both for nearly 65 years, serving as Commodore of the Huntington Yacht Club from 1965 continued on next page

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AN EVENING OF WINE UNDER THE STARS continued

thru 1967, and as Commissioner of the Halesite Fire District for nearly 50 years. “Captain Ketcham was an active member in the Huntington Historical Society, as well as the community as a whole, and both his pottery donation and the building donation benefited the Society tremendously. We are so excited to be honoring him at our Wine Tasting,” said Executive Coordinator Toby Kissam.

Castello Banfi and Joanina Wine Shop will return this year to serve their acclaimed wines, along with Raphael Vineyards and the Wine Shack who will be joining them for the first time this year. And don’t fret if wine isn’t your thing, as Blue Point Brewery will also be returning this year and serving their freshest brews. Local hotspots such as Restaurant Joanina, Black & Blue Seafood Chophouse, Mascali, Crew, Rookie's Sports Club, Mirabelle at Three Village Inn, Good 2 Go Deli, and The Culinary Studio will also be returning this year and serving up their delectable treats. And debuting at this year’s event will be Fado, Kashi, and Huntington Social, three of Huntington’s newest and hottest restaurants!

Raffle tickets for baskets full of goodies from merchants all over Huntington will be sold for $2 a ticket, 3 for $5, or the best deal – an arm’s length for $20. Each basket is valued around $200. In addition, we have some very special items on the silent auction block.

Tickets & Tables of Ten are already on sale, so make sure you get yours. According to Maria DeLeo, office coordinator of the Huntington Historical Society, “Last year the phones were ringing off the hook, and we have sold out as early as Labor Day weekend, so make sure you buy yours ASAP.” Tickets are $50 for HHS members, $60 for non-members, and $75 at the door (if available). If you order a table of ten for $500 you’ll save $10 off the non-member price and a table will be reserved for you and your friends. Tickets can be purchased online at www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org via PayPal or by calling Maria at 631-427-7045 x401.

Sponsorships at many levels are available, please email cfortunato@huntingtonhistoricalsoicety.org for information or call 631-427-7045 x405.

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talk of the town • lydia yvette

yogurt with a Thanks to the many yogurt shops that are popping up throughout Long Island, we don’t have to drive far to enjoy the simple pleasures of life; such as self-serve yogurt.

I enjoy eating ice cream, but I love yogurt more because I know I have to walk an hour on a treadmill whenever I indulge in 1/2 cup of ice cream. It’s a great idea to open up a shop where people can serve themselves yogurt and toppings and these places are perfect for customers like me who feel guilty about eating 1/2 cup of ice cream.

When I walk into self-serve yogurt shops, I feel like a child in a candy store. I eagerly grab an empty container and happily walk to the self-serve yogurt dispensers and fill my containers with vanilla, yogurt, pomegranate, cake batter or whatever they have available, and then I happily stand in line at the “toppings” bar and decorate my yogurt with half a dozen toppings. The great thing is that since I know I’m having “nonfat” yogurt, I don’t feel very guilty about choosing a few non-healthy toppings. I sprinkle a little bit of this and a little bit of that and then take my pretty-heavy creation to get weighed.

Of course, by the time I get to the weighing station, my yogurt is

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Twist hidden by Reese’s Pieces, oreo crunchies and granola (which I know is healthy for me). I happily pay for my yogurt, and yes, although maybe my choice of toppings are not always so healthy, I still feel happy that I’m having yogurt because it is better for me than ice cream (or at least I hope so).

Customers are flocking to the new yogurt shops because they offer a variety of yogurt and topping selections. Although everyone has their preferences, my favorite shop is the yogurt shop with the initials “YC” (located on NY Ave, north of Main St) because I enjoy a creamier tasting yogurt.

Whatever your preference, it’s nice to know that besides everything else that our lovely Huntington Village has to offer, you can also find your favorite yogurt place to enjoy every day of the week.

Lydia Yvette resides in the Harborfields school district with her family.

She enjoys writing about all good things happening in the area.

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northport history • bob little

Riding the Rails with Roxey One Saturday afternoon in April 1907, Clarence Partridge brought an unexpected dinner guest home from his commute on the Long Island Railroad. His fellow commuter had taken a liking to Partridge as they rode the trolley from the Northport train station to Main Street. The guest left shortly after dinner to catch the last trolley back to the train station so he could get home for the night.

“The Commuter”, as he was called by the Long Island Railroad workers, sported a collar with a silver plate that proclaimed: I AM ROXEY THE RAILROAD DOG. WHOSE DOG ARE YOU? This yellow colored mixed-breed canine began riding the rails in 1902 and quickly became the beloved mascot of the railroad workers.

A forlorn, but friendly stray, Roxey had wandered into the Garden City station house one stormy day. The station agent took him home that evening and when no one claimed him, cared for him the rest of his life. Used to a life on the road, Roxey quickly became bored with lying around the station all day and began his travels throughout Long Island. He would hop on a train to Jamaica or Long Island City (the end of the line until 1910). Once there, he would sit patiently waiting for whatever train he chose to ride that day. Often a crew would try to lure him on to their train, but if it wasn’t the one he wanted, Roxey wouldn’t board. After his day out, Roxey would make

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the necessary connections back to his home base in Garden City. One conductor quoted in the Brooklyn Eagle stated, “He knows more about the operation of the Long Island Railroad than most of its employees.”

The Long Islander frequently reported Roxey’s visits to Northport and his fondness for riding the trolley from the Northport station to the harbor. It was also noted that he never missed the last trolley back to the train station.

Roxey was also one of the few dogs with a bank account. The account was opened in 1906 by the train men of the railroad to provide for a suitable burial plot and a monument for him when the time came. Eight years later, the fund was used to bury Roxey near the train tracks in Merrick with a small monument bearing the words, “Railroad Roxey, the Long Island Railroad Mascot.”

Bob Little is a long-time resident of the Northport area who greatly enjoys delving into the community’s fascinating history and writing his column for the Northport Historical Society.

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Art Galleries Museums The Art of Reading Alfred van Loen Gallery Celebrating The South Huntington Library’s 50th Anniversary.

Twenty-five artists use a variety of media; from paint and photography, to assemblage, print and fiber, resulting in an exhibit of artists’ uniquely expressing their ideas.

Reception: Saturday, September 24th, 12:30-2:30 pm. Open to the Public. Exhibit runs through October 13.

" Liz By Daylight" by Denis Ponsot Alfred van Loen Gallery South Huntington Public Library 145 Pidgeon Hill Rd., Huntington Station 631-549-4411 www.shpl.info/about_gallery.asp Art League of Long Island 107 East Deer Park Rd., Melville 631-462-5400

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Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor 631-367-3418 www.cshwhalingmuseum.org Conklin Farmhouse 2 High Street, Huntington 631-427-7045 www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org

Art-Trium Gallery 25 Melville Park Rd., Melville 631-271-8423 www.huntingtonarts.org

FotoFoto Gallery 372 New York Ave., Huntington 631-549-0448 www.fotofotogallery.com

b.j. spoke gallery 299 Main St., Huntington 631-549-5106 www.bjspokegallery.com

Galleria Fine Arts 12 Wall St., Huntington 631-385-4400 www.galleriafinearts.com

Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium 1660 Rt. 25A, Cold Spring Harbor 631-692-6768 www.cshfha.org

Gallery 425 at the Village Artist 425 New York Avenue, Huntington 631-271-0715 www.thevillageartist.com

featured artist Greenlawn – Centerport Historical Association Museum Harborfields Public Library 31 Broadway, Greenlawn 631-754-1180 www.gcha.info Heckscher Museum of Art 2 Prime Ave., Huntington 631-351-3250 www.heckscher.org Lamantia Gallery 127 Main St., Northport 631-271-8423 www.lamantiagallery.com Main Street Petite Art Gallery 213 Main St., Huntington 631-271-8423 www.huntingtonarts.org Northport Historical Museum 215 Main St., Northport 631-757-9859 www.northporthistorical.org Ripe Art Gallery 67a Broadway, Greenlawn 631-239-1805 www.ripeartgal.com SPLIA Gallery Corner of Route 25A and Shore Rd., Cold Spring Harbor 631-692-4664 www.splia.org Vanderbilt Museum 180 Little Neck Rd., Centerport 631-854-5579 www.vanderbiltmuseum.org Walt Whitman Birthplace State Historic Site 246 Old Walt Whitman Rd. Huntington Station 631-427-5240 www.waltwhitman.org

LAUREN SINGER Lauren Singer is a mixed media artist, art teacher and dance/fitness instructor residing in Huntington. She is also a licensed art therapist and worked in that profession for nearly two decades as she continued to develop and exhibit her artistic work. She also was a visiting professor at Pratt Institute. Currently, she is on the Faculty of the Art League of Long Island.

Her artwork has been shown in juried exhibits, galleries and museums throughout the greater metropolitan area.

Artist’s Statement

My creative work is driven by social, environmental and personal themes. The toxicity, recklessness and ignorance of our contemporary culture exhort me to create work that often has a commentary.

Many of my pieces utilize the grid as a common denominator. The grid links them aesthetically and structurally and it serves as a conceptual starting point and canvas. The grid and the layering of grid elements represent many things to me including urban landscape (I love the visual complexity of the city despite being a passionate nature lover), instrument of technology and psycho-spiritual parameters. Its pleasing formal repetition is meditative and it must also be reflective of the years I spent weaving on a loom and drawing with an emphasis on cross-hatching.

Working in mixed media allows for the widest range of rich, descriptive materials. I enjoy contrasting new and old elements and working conceptually. There is so much excitement in the creative process and discovery.

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finance • valentina solomita

A New Look at Structured CD’s One of our strategies that will help the concerned investor consider re-allocation of their assets into the market place is Structured CD’s that are FDIC insured.

Structured CD’s can complement diversified portfolios by providing efficient market exposure while offering 100% principal protection when held to maturity.

In the daily blog from Scott Coyler of August 2nd, 2011 it was stated best “People have a false sense of faith in cash. Cash being made up of dollars tend to lose value over time. The loss is sometimes sneaky, but always in the form of lost purchasing power. The U.S. dollar as a fiat currency has, for decades, provided a slow and steady debasement of value for holders. At this time we see the largest hoard of cash on the balance sheets of corporations, banks and individuals in history. All that wealth stored in a vehicle that has proven to lose value over time seems worrisome at best and just plain stupid at worst.

We would argue that history shows us again and again that the crowd tends to be wrong. We would argue that investment tends to do the best when made at a time when fear and emotion is at its peak rather than at their valley. This is not because people are inherently ignorant; it is just that the emotion of fear is very powerful. Fear causes people to make short term decisions that are not necessarily in line with their long term needs.

The U.S. economy has slowed, but has not stopped. The Congressional debate is scary and ugly, but it will most likely end

in better budget control for the U.S. At the end of the day we still see moderate growth ahead coupled with a very easy monetary policy by the FED. The one absolute rule that I have learned and relearned over and over is never to fight the FED. Since they control monetary policy including interest rates and the currency population, I believe we should again heed their cue. They will not stop the stimulus until they get a significant and durable response.

At the end of the day we note the U.S. yield curve remains one of the steepest in developed markets. Steep yield curves generally are coincident with future economic growth and not recession.

Economies don’t grow at level rates. They speed up and slow naturally. When we slow, emotions then get piqued and bad decisions tend to be made.”

A strategy for growth through FDIC insured Structured CD’s is the road to choose for getting back into the market with principal protection while working to achieve an enhanced total return.

See Scott Coyler from AAM daily blog for more information. http:// www.aamlive.com/blog/201108/theequation-of-wealth-destruction-moneyemotion-disaster/#more-2039 Structured CDs may not be suitable for all investors and are sold only by prospectus. Investors should carefully read the prospectus prior to investing for an explanation of risk, taxes and other important information.

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Save the Dates

Fall Festival

Long Island

It’s that time of year again! The 18th Annual Long Island Fall Festival, the area’s most anticipated community event, will be held Friday, September 30 through Sunday, October 2 at Heckscher Park in Huntington. The festival is the largest event of its kind in the northeast and will feature fun-filled festivities for the whole family including three stages of entertainment providing live music performances throughout the weekend, a world-class carnival, hundreds of arts and craft, promotional, retail and not-for-profit vendors, two international food courts and numerous activities designed especially for young children.

The Long Island Fall Festival has become a premiere event for family fun. Brought to you by the Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Huntington, this exciting event attracts tens of thousands of families from all over the Tri-State area.

“The Long Island Fall Festival has something for everyone and highlights the best Huntington has to offer – from its civic-minded businesses, cultural institutions and service organizations, to its restaurants, local businesses and retailers,” said Larry Kushnick, Festival Chairman. “We are really looking forward to this year’s festivities and the celebration of the festival’s 18th year. We have added some unique, exciting events and attractions that are sure to entertain everyone. This is one event you won't want to miss.”

The festivities begin early on Friday, September 30, going until 10 pm that night. The festival continues on Saturday, October 1 and

September 30-October 2 Join the Long Island Fall Festival As We Celebrate 18 Years of Fun and Festivities

Sunday, October 2 from 11 am to 10 pm.

Volunteer, Vendor and Sponsorship Vendors will be open Opportunities Available from 11 am until 6 pm on Saturday and Sunday and the carnival, live music, food court and certain park vendors will remain open until 10 pm each night.

There are plenty of ways to get here - whether you travel by car, by bus or by train. If you are driving, there is FREE parking at the Huntington Train Station with shuttle service to and from the festival on Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 6 pm. Admission to the Long Island Fall Festival is also FREE. A great way to feel a part of this event and your local community is to volunteer. There are positions available for every type of skill set. It is also a great way to meet the other people who are actively involved in our area.

Vendor and sponsorship opportunities are still available but do fill up fast. It would be advised to get your application in as soon as possible before we go to a wait-list. For more information and to get involved in this year's great festival celebration, call (631) 423-6100 or visit www.lifallfestival.com.

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wellness • dr. stephen atkins

foods that may ease

allergies

A healthy diet won’t cure you of your nasal allergy symptoms.

But exciting new research suggests that certain foods could have the potential to help minimize them. Some foods have natural inflammation-dulling powers, which could be a boon to people suffering from allergies. Allergy symptoms are very much stoked by inflammatory responses. (Did you know? Drinking alcohol could stir up allergy symptoms.)

6 Smart Inflammation-Fighting Choices Check out this list of six tasty foods that might help you breathe easier by quelling inflammation:

peanuts is another way to get more resveratrol into your diet Beans: Legumes are an extra-healthful source of protein. Even better? Beans are loaded with folate. In a study, this B vitamin appeared to reduce the intensity of immune system reactions to common allergens. And using beans in place of red meat may do your allergies even more favors. Research shows that red meat may enhance inflammation, so cutting back could be good news for your symptoms. (Here’s more on how folate may help control allergies.)

Apples: One a day just might help keep your allergy symptoms away. How? It’s the quercetin in apples that may do the trick.

Quercetin is a flavonoid thought to curb the production of histamine and help cool inflammation -- two culprits that play a role in allergic responses.

Yogurt: Add the low-fat variety of this creamy dairy food to your anti-allergy menu. Why? Because yogurt contains loads of probiotics -- those good-for-your-gut bacteria. In a study, probiotics lowered levels of an immune substance known to fire up allergy symptoms.

Carrots: A colorful diet is a healthful diet. But some studies suggest that brightly hued orange, yellow, and red produce may help with allergies because they’re brimming with caratonoids -compounds thought to have an allergy-quelling effect

Salmon: Fatty coldwater fish like salmon are packed with eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), two super-healthful omega-3 fatty acids that may reduce the risk of allergies. Trout and tuna are good sources, too. If you’re not a fan of fish, opt for nuts and seeds instead. They contain alpha-linolenic acid, another type of omega-3 fatty acid.

Grape juice: Grape juice is a good source of resveratrol, an antioxidant compound that seemed to reduce asthma inflammation in animal studies. Red wine is an even richer source of resveratrol, but keep in mind that alcohol may make nasal allergy symptoms worse for some people. Snacking on red grapes, blueberries, and

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Mix It Up Bottom line: Eating a variety of fresh, healthful foods will boost the antioxidants and other inflammationquelling compounds in your diet. At the same time, consider cutting back on foods that are thought to stoke inflammation -- like refined grains, red and cured meats, alcohol, and foods high in saturated fat and sugar. All of this could mean good news for your allergies.

Changing your diet shouldn’t take the place of other proven allergy-control measures, like avoiding your triggers and taking your medication as prescribed. But it’s great to have the potential option of enhancing your allergy-control efforts with smart diet choices.

Dr. Stephen Atkins, PhD is the owner of Atkins Wellness Solutions, Nutritional Consultants located at 75 Prospect Street, Suite 201 in Huntington. Visit his website at atkinswellnesssolutions.com or call 631-470-2499.

Dr. Stephen Atkins, Ph.D “Good nutrition is not an alternative therapy. It is a fundamental part of health.”

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playing it safe • david tuohy

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September is Baby Safety Month, and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning parents and caregivers about in-home drowning hazards. Summer is over and many pools are now closed, but drowning dangers never end. Parents of young children need to know there are other drowning hazards in and around the home.

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drown in bathtubs than in any other product in the home. In 2009 (the most recent year of complete data), CPSC reported 172 children under 5 who drowned in bathtubs, and more than half were under 1 year old.

Most cases involved a child left unattended in the tub. In several of the bathtub incidents, children were left to play in a tub with the water running and the drain left open. The parent or caregiver assumed the open drain would prevent the bathtub from filling up and left the bathroom. When they returned, the drain was closed or clogged, the water had filled the bathtub, and the child was submerged.

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pets • seann sackett

New Breed on The Block Hybrids, or mixed breeds, have become a very popular choice for Americans looking for their new family pet. Hybrids vary in size from the toy breeds such as the Cocker Poo, Poosh, and Malti Poo. And then there are larger breeds such as the Golden Doodle and Labradoodles.

Many ask why there is a need to introduce new mixes to an already large and diverse class of animals as the canines.

There are a many reasons breeders have, but a couple really stand out and make a lot of sense too. The first Goldendoodle was bred by an Australian Guide Dog Association in 1989. The reason: To find a highly trainable non shedding breed to give to the blind who also suffer from allergies. Needless to say they were a big hit, and became wildly popular in America.

Today allergy sufferers have found relief and joy in these hypo allergenic non shedding breeds such as the Golden Doodle. But not every family is ready for a large breed, and that is where the Toy breed hypo allergenic,

non-shedding breeds come into play, such as the Cavachon, Malti Poo, and Poosh.

Bred from the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Bichon Frise, the Cava Chon is sure to be a favorite among any family looking for a toy breed dog. They are naturally sociable to other family pets and to strangers and children. The Cavachon is a lap dog, but does enjoy a family pack walk, and a good indoor session of play. They are very trainable, and eager to please their new owners.

If possible, finding a reputable breeder should always be your first step in finding a Cavachon. The internet is also a great reference to finding a Cavachon, just Google Huntington Cavachon Breeder and let the search begin.

Seann Sackett has a diverse background in the canine arena as a pet store owner, dog trainer, groomer and dog breeder. He is the owner of TLC Doggy Day Spa in Huntington and is the author and founding partner of doggyhigh.com.

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The Cavachon is a non-shedding, hypo allergenic breed, with a fluffy beautiful coat Both the Cavalier and the Bichon give their black or dark brown eyes and dropped long ears They stand about 11 inches tall at the shoulder They weigh on average 12 to 15 lbs Coloring is usually tan and white or black and white.

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local exposure • elise pearlmanise pearlman

Faces of Time Two years ago Andrea M. Gordon, a licensed massage therapist who has owned Universal Touch Professional Massage in Northport for 23 years, discovered that she had talent for photography.

“I feel blessed to have found another passion which fills my soul, and inspires a dance between my eyes and hands,” said Gordon whose captivating close-ups of flowers and marbles have been exhibited widely.

It was sweet serendipity when a woman invited Gordon to look at the treasure trove that belonged to her late father, who had worked with watches.

“I was like a kid in a candy store,” said Gordon who sorted through thousands of faces and watch parts to create visually stunning vignettes which are a retrospective on time in general.

“Gems From Gerry”, a medley of faces, pocket watches and gleaming metal watchbands from decades past, resonates with nostalgia. In “Time Stopped,”

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Gordon showcases faces and parts atop the beautifully handcrafted face of an old clock for an Escher-like effect.

Gordon’s work will be displayed in an upcoming Long Island Center of Photography juried show at the African American Museum in Hempstead from Sept. 22 to Nov. 12. She has a solo exhibit at Harborfields Public Library, 31 Broadway, Greenlawn from Nov. 1 to 29. The opening reception takes place on Nov. 6 from 2 to 4 pm. You can also see her work at Bodyscape Pilates, 54 Woodbine Avenue at Northport’s Artwalk on Sept. 11.

To learn about Gordon’s work, contact her at (631)754-7505 or Northportandrea@aol.com.

Elise Pearlman is a freelance writer who has been covering arts and leisure for five years. Email her at lotuselise1@aol.com

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seniors • nick radesca

Seniornet

Huntington’s Sparkling Gem Huntington is an amazing place. It’s a treasure chest full of special adventures for residents. One particular gem for seniors is glittering extra brightly. You see, of all SeniorNet’s Computer Learning Centers, Huntington’s was judged the best - again! Yes since 2007 our Huntington Center has won top honors each year and 2010 was no different.

As part of SeniorNet National’s 25th anniversary celebration held on May 19, Washington DC, the Honorable Kathy Greenlee, Assistant Secretary of Aging at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, presented Huntington with SeniorNet’s 2010 Chairman’s Award for Excellence. Accepting the award was Slava Vero and Bill Baker, Co-coordinators of our center. Also present, was Barbara Page, Chairwoman of Family Service League’s (FSL) Board of Directors. FSL is the largest human service agency on Long Island and SeniorNet Huntington’s site sponsor.

Many Huntington senior citizens obtain their computer education at our center. In fact since its inception in 1999, we’ve had over 7,000 students sit in our classes taking beginner through advanced courses.

Over 140 volunteers operate all aspects the center where 30 courses are offered using SeniorNet’s special training model.

So Huntington seniors, if you haven’t discovered SeniorNet yet stop by and visit at 790 Park Avenue or call us at (631) 427-3700 Ext. 268 or Ext. 235. You can also learn what’s happening at the center by visiting our websites at www.seniornetli.org and www.Facebook. com/seniornetli or watch for our ads in local newspapers.

•All classes are small in size with no more than 13 students and are taught by a caring team of volunteers, including one instructor plus one or more coaches.

•Each student is given an easy step-by-step tutorial manual for lesson practice at home.

•Classes are held on weekdays during the daytime and are usually 2½ hours long.

•Students must be at least 50 years old.

•Each student has use of a modern computer during the entire lesson.

•Over the course of a year (four quarterly semesters), students are offered more than 30 basic to advanced courses/workshops in the use of computers, digital cameras/photography and even the IPod. Courses usually consist of four or eight weekly classroom sessions while workshops have only one or two sessions.

•The cost is nominal because everyone involved is a volunteer.

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Nick Radesca is a volunteer at SeniorNet FSL, a not-forprofit learning center dedicated to training seniors in computer technology (seniornethuntington.org). He can be reached at 631-427-3700, x268 or nick2p@yahoo.com.

hear this • lori trentacoste What’s the best hearing aid for you?

Making an assessment first of three parts

There is nothing more important to the manufacturers of hearing aids and hearing healthcare professionals than your satisfaction with their product and services. Like any smart professional, they know that satisfied clients lead to repeat business and to positive wordof-mouth advertising for their products. The hearing aid industry is interested in delighting you, in meeting your needs and finding the best hearing aid for you. The industry is people-oriented in that it allows significant interaction and communication between the person with the hearing loss and the hearing healthcare professional to assure that they have done all things possible to meet your needs. It is important to emphasize that you have a roll to play in acquiring the best hearing aid for you. Here are some suggestions for optimizing the chances that you will be one of these delighted hearing aid wearers.

How will I know I’ve found the best hearing aid for me?

Simply stated, satisfaction is having your needs, desires or expectations met. You have very specific needs and the purpose of the hearing healthcare provider is to find the best hearing aid for you. Thus, during the process of rediscovering your hearing it is important to determine what your needs are, what outcomes you are looking for, and most importantly, how you’ll know when you’ve fulfilled your needs. Many people go into their hearing healthcare practitioner with a vague concept of the best hearing aid for them: “I can’t hear,” or “It seems as if people are mumbling more,” or worse yet, “My wife says I don’t listen to her.”

I believe you will have a more fulfilling hearing aid experience if you dig deeper to comprehend the impact your hearing loss has had on your life emotionally, behaviorally, mentally and socially. Write the issues down because they will become a roadmap for both you and your hearing healthcare professional. Also, many hearing healthcare professionals have assessment scales designed to help you understand problems caused by your hearing loss. Once you know your problems, you can better identify the best hearing aid. This list also becomes a contract between you and your hearing care professional.

Identification of communication situations that cause you the most difficulty is a critical first step in solving your hearing loss problems. If you can describe difficult listening conditions, your hearing care provider can address the problems and develop strategies to help you manage them. If you need more information, ask for it. Some people want highly technical information about hearing aid systems and hearing loss, while others just want a brief overview of hearing aids and their function.

Most providers will be happy you asked, and will give you information such as consumer literature, data sheets, brochures, videotapes and other types of instructional materials. Ask for clarification if you need it. Many complex concepts can be explained in an uncomplicated way.

Next Month: Motivation in finding the best hearing aid

Lori Trentacoste is a Board Certified, Licensed Audiologist with over 25 years of experience. Visit her website at islandbetterhearing.com or call 631-271-1018.

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HUNTINGTON HOSPITAL 2011 BLACK TIE GALA HONOREES

Jim and Yvette Loughlin When a couple that enjoys golf decides to give back to their community, how do they do it? By organizing a charity golf outing, naturally.

Four years ago, that’s just what Jim and Yvette Loughlin did.

Now an annual event, their Loughlin Charity Golf Outing has raised funds for a variety of worthwhile causes around the globe.

This year, their event, scheduled for September 12th at Indian Hills Country Club, will benefit construction of a new patient care unit at Huntington Hospital. As a tribute to their generosity, the couple will be the honorees of Huntington Hospital’s annual black tie gala at Oheka Castle in December.

Deciding to help the hospital was easy for the Loughlins.

“Our event raises money for causes that we feel passionate about,” said Yvette. “We love Huntington Hospital. Whenever we’ve been there we’ve gotten the best care.”

Jim, a partner in a New York City-based consulting firm, agreed. “The hospital is where my brother, sisters, nieces and nephews were born and all of us have had the occasion to be served by the hospital and the fine people who work there,” he said. “So it’s a privilege and an honor to be able to use our golf event as a way to help support the hospital.”

The couple was sold on the idea when they learned that funds from both their golf event and the hospital’s Gala would be earmarked for construction of a new patient care unit that is designed to make patients and families more comfortable during their hospitalization. This year’s Gala, “An Evening on the Red Carpet,” is scheduled for December 8th at Oheka Castle.

“A new hospital unit that can accommodate family members will be healing for the patient and the family that may be stressed and upset by their loved one’s illness,” said Yvette, recalling experiences when her in-laws and son required hospitalization and there were no areas where family members could have privacy during those emotionally difficult times.

While they describe themselves as empty nesters, the couple’s three sons, Drew, 32, Connor, 25, and Adam, 22, as well as their extended family, are all involved in their fundraising efforts through the golf outing.

“We feel that we’ve been blessed and want to give back to our community,” Yvette said. “We also want our sons to

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understand that they have a responsibility to give back to our community as well.”

“We’ve been able to grow our golf event each year and everyone has a great time,” Jim said. “We have high hopes that we’ll be able to have even more success this year with such a great cause that so many people want to support.”

The event includes a full day of golf, an awards dinner, and exciting raffle prizes including rounds of golf at prestigious courses such as Shinnecock, Friars Head, and the Creek. “It is a great event and everyone walks away a winner,” said Jim. For additional information on the Loughlin Charity Golf Outing, please visit www.loughlinopen.org.

Maestri di Musica & “Stop! I don’t like that!” Atomic TKD against bullying day 160,000 kids miss school because Self-Defense skills; informing someone if the Atomic Tae Kwon Do Every they live in fear of a bully. Both children problem persists (school teacher, principal, parand adults encounter verbal, mental or physical harassment on the playground, at school and in the workplace. Don’t wait to become another victim. There are people right here in our local area looking to put a stop to it.

Since many years Atomic Tae Kwon Do has been integrating techniques for dealing with bullies into their training curriculum. Our students practice responses to bullying behavior not only in form of physical Martial-Arts techniques but also in form of a Verbal Self Defense, in order to reduce conflict through verbal communication and to stop the aggression before it escalates. In one encounter, the student stepped back from the bully, extended her arms with her palms facing the bully, and said firmly, “Stop, I don’t like that!” or “Back away, leave me alone!”

Atomic TKD offers programs that not only train tournament champions but also fulfill parental needs connected with providing children with safety tools and character development skills. Atomic’s Anti-Bullying Program includes the following steps: how not be an easy victim (our students learn the physical cues bullies look for in a victim, including lack of direct eye contact and slouching posture); the use of Verbal

ent and us, Instructors at Atomic TKD); get a bully to be a buddy; and physical self-defense.

“We teach our students that a physical fight with a bully is a last resort. Our main objective isn’t to teach children how to defeat bullies, but centralizes around respecting ourselves and others, and learning how to handle the situation.”

“It is heart breaking to see a growing number of young children in distress. That’s why we strongly believe that Tae Kwon Do should serve much higher purpose. Children come here to learn karate, thinking that it’s all about kicking and punching but they have no idea that a huge part of the training with us is designed to mold their moral, to develop self-control and to instill confidence and discipline.” Don’t wait until your child becomes another victim. Visit us at Atomic TKD/Maestri di Musica and let us help you to protect your children from harm and to equip them with mental and physical skills they need to live a safe, healthy and successful life.

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One of the best reasons why homeowners choose hardscaping products, such as interlocking concrete pavements and manufactured wall systems, is the benefit of little or no maintenance requirements. The pavers, which are applicable to driveways, patios, walkways, front stoops and a host of commercial pavements, are designed to last a lifetime and offer greater durability over conventional pavements like asphalt, brick and poured concrete. The wallstones have the same advantages, but just as with other quality, low maintenance products, proper care will further assure that their beauty will not be compromised.

First and foremost, the rich colors of premium pavers will not fade.

If you see a white haze on newly installed pavers, it is efflorescence, a natural and temporary condition that can appear on all Portland cement products. The haze will wash off over time and in no way affects the structural integrity of the paver. Immediate cleaning and removal of efflorescence can be achieved with Paver Prep, a solution available at Cambridge distributors. Follow instructions provided by the manufacturer.

However, during normal use, unforeseen circumstances do occur and will require a proven resolution. The treatment of occasional

spills, stains and other remnants of summer outdoor get-togethers, when handled quickly and correctly, will not result in unwanted residual effects. For stubborn stains from foods such as ketchup, mustard, candy and grease drippings, apply liquid detergent full strength and allow it to penetrate for 20 to 30 minutes. Scrub and rinse with hot water. Stains from leaves, wood rot, or tobacco can also be removed by applying household detergent and scrubbing with a stiff bristled brush. You can also use Simple Green, a nontoxic, all-purpose cleaner-degreaser. These products are available in most supermarkets. Note that leaf stains, which normally occur in autumn, will dissipate over time. Take out rust spots with household dish detergent or if needed, Destainer, a product also available from Cambridge. Drippings from insect-repellent candles can be lifted by laying a white towel over the spilled wax and running a hot iron over them. The wax will lift and transfer onto the towel.

Paver driveways can have their own types of stains. If you find that motor lubricant and/or grease has penetrated a driveway surface, mop up the excess oil with rags. Cover the area with oil absorbent continued on next page

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CARING FOR YOUR OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE continued

kitty litter, talc, fuller’s earth, or diatomaceous earth. Leave it on the stain for a day and then sweep up. For tire skid marks, scrub the black area with water, detergent and scouring powder.

Fresh paint on concrete pavers should be mopped up immediately with rags or paper towels by blotting. Do not wipe as this will spread the paint and extend the job of removal. If the paint is latex (water based), soak and then scrub the area with hot water, scouring powder and a stiff brush until no more improvement is seen. Scrape away any excess. Apply a commercial paint remover on

the remaining spots and let it sit for 20 to 30 minutes. Gently scrub the area and blot it up without rubbing.

When considering a material for an outdoor countertop, granite is overall your best bet with regard to maintenance factors.

Granite will hold up to use, abuse, and weather conditions better than other surfaces. Granite is the material of choice both for beauty as well as care advantages on all Cambridge outdoor kitchen, bar module, and other pre-cut and pre-packaged kits, which are complete with stainless steel appliance packages and polished granite countertops.

For countertop maintenance, a sealer can be as much benefit as indoors to help prevent stains, however, when outside, the top has an advantage; the rain and sun have a way of eliminating stains over time, so sealing may not be necessary.

To clean the surface of stainless steel appliances, rinse with warm, soapy water. For heavier cleanups, use a safe, non-abrasive sponge. Avoid exposing your appliances to strong or caustic chemicals, such as paint removers, oven cleaners, etc. Remove excess moisture and towel-dry after each use; this will prevent mineral deposits from building up on the surface of your grill, access doors or other outdoor kitchen appliances. For optimum results when cleaning the exterior surfaces, be sure to rub in the direction of finish lines of the grain in the stainless steel.

If a pizza oven is a part of your outdoor kitchen format, ash will build up on the dome in the oven and will have to be removed from the oven floor. Slide the ash to the center with a pizza oven rake. Use a pizza oven shovel to remove the ash and dispose of it in a pail. If you are looking into, or already have, an outdoor pizza oven, check with the manufacturer for recommended care procedures and/or tools such as the Cooking & Care Package that is included with Cambridge pre-cut and pre-packaged outdoor pizza ovens. It comes complete with pizza peels for placing and rotating pizzas as well as a brush with copper bristles, an oven rake, an ash shovel for cleaning, and a rack for tool storage.

Much curb appeal and beautiful backyard pleasures can be achieved with hardscape products.

Proper care will keep them “picture perfect” for years to come.

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designer look • barbara simons

what’s What’s hot and what’s not is not exactly the right question to ask in interior design.

As a professional, we see “hot” burn out pretty quickly. Each year people in the color prediction industry tell everyone from bedding manfacturers to nail polish companies what the hot colors will be. That is wonderful when the September fashion mags tell you that grey, purple or ochre are the must-have colors for your fall wardrobe.

But how does that translate into logical selections for interior design projects?

What’s important is to look at the flavorsof-the-moment, the trends and the forevers.

Let’s start with the “forevers.” These are the pieces of furniture whose styles have withstood the test of time. Scale or form which is exaggerated and appeared out of nowhere in the last couple of years does not fall into this category. All great design has some historical reference. “Modern” design can be traced to many movements.

The Prairie or Arts and Crafts movements of

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well over 100 years ago refer back to Japanese architecture that is hundreds of years old.

Much of what looks super modern today is reworked from the Bauhaus School which started in 1919. Some of these designs are so perfect that they are reproduced unchanged today and look as fresh as when they were first created. Much of today’s modern was designed in the 1940’s and ‘50’s and dumped by the side of the road for the trash pickup. This Mid-Century style was replaced by “suites” of “Mediterranean” furniture - a hodge-podge of designs in the 60’s and 70’s which had very little stylistic longevity.

Traditonal furniture is by definition stylistically related to designs that may go back thousands of years. One of my favorite styles for dining chairs is the Klismos style; as fresh and clean-looking when I specify it in a current project as it was in ancient Greece.

Most of the true-to-form styles of the Louies (IV, V and VI), the Georges (I, II and III) still look magnificent if incorporated

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in design judiciously in a design scheme. The less-ismore approach must be taken. Whereas whole groupings of heavily carved frame furniture was fashionable at one time, today using an eclectic approach seems to work best. A traditional style chair in a lighthearted fabric or color breathes new life into a room. What seems to appeal to clients most these days is a combination of modern and traditional, along with cleanly designed upholstery. This is a look that falls into the category of what most clients think of as “transitional.”

In the next column we will discuss design “trends,” and how to make them work for you without your project looking as though it came with an expiration date.

Barbara Simons is president of the interior design firm, Simons Design Group. Reach her at 631-424-2100 or simonsdes@aol.com.

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backyard & beyond • alan stableford

Nature’s Garden

It’s always an exhilarating experience for me to hike in the woods, stroll alongside a stream bank or wander on a beach trail and observe the wonders of nature. There are so many amazing plants and creatures that surround the environment as they coexist in a relationship that respects its own vulnerability.

It’s important to understand the growing conditions that are best suited for these plants and their ability for optimum survival.

What if something or someone came along and took that ability away? It’s kind of like taking away your heritage.

When development interferes with the ecosystem and plants are introduced that are not native to the area, then there is an unbalance. Every form of wildlife from fish, birds, mammals and mankind are affected in a negative way. The ultimate result is a decline in the natural, ideal conditions for optimal growth and reproduction. Invasive species begin to overtake the native habitat and the removal of the natural surroundings now become diminished and perhaps endangered or extinct!

The majestic mountains, with their pine and hardwood trees, that make America’s beauty a sight to behold, are gradually finding their way into lumber yards to be used as building material. When I read Rachel Carlson’s book “Silent Spring”, it

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left me with an inspiration to be a writer, even though I was already a nature lover.

Her book was a “Wake up Call” of awareness about the perils of ruthless development and careless inconsideration of the environment. It was also at that time that I decided to join the Sierra Club and have supported their environmental causes for many years.

Being a photography lover as well, I remember seeing Ansel Adam’s photographs at the John Muir House in California.

Muir, who was the founder of the Sierra Club, had influenced Adams to be a nature photographer. One of Adams earlier books and photographs titled “Yosemite and the Sierra Nevada” helped to launch a whole new awareness of the environment. When I visited Yosemite I could understand how awestruck one could be with its magnificent beauty. If we take the time to think about what we can do to help preserve the native habitats in our own neighborhoods, then it can change the course for future generations.

Planting native plants in your yard, providing for the birds or planting a butterfly garden are some great ideas.

Visiting State and National Parks or Preserves is a great way to inspire and get motivated while putting you in touch with nature. Supporting any laws preventing land development can make a huge impact.

Organizing or participating in a neighborhood clean- up project can add pride to the community. One such project that has been tremendously successful was the opening of the High Line in New York City in June 2009. It is an elevated pedestrian pathway, 30 feet above the city streets, where the old railway line was no longer in use. It runs through Chelsea and the Meat Packing District from Gansevoort Street up to West 34th Street along 10th & 11th Ave. near the Hudson River. The entire length is primarily landscaped with northeast native plant material and is a walking education in horticulture. Most of the plantings are installed between the old railroad tracks. It’s a great way to spend a day in the city and get some walking exercise at the same time.

There is a lot of truth in the slogan “Think Globally, Act Locally” because it can all begin at home, even if it’s in your own backyard. There are many opportunities to be involved and to make an impact on a broader scale if we make a conscious effort to start at home or in our local communities. In turn, it can give others the foresight and responsibility to know the importance of preserving the natural landscape which can help to better the lives that exist among it every day.

Alan Stableford is a graduate of SUNY Farmingdale with a major in horticulture. He is a Certified Nursery & Landscape Professional (CNLP) with New York State. You can reach him at skyblue09@optonline.net.

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Summer is quickly becoming a warm memory and fall is just weeks away. After spending much of our time in our outdoor spaces, fall allows us to take a hard look at all we have neglected in our interior spaces.

As we look around do we see our interiors as inviting spaces, or do we see a myriad of issues that need to be addressed? Where do we begin? Color is a good place to start as it offers endless possibilities. Go ahead, don’t be shy. Take a deep breath and jump in. Color can be a powerful statement, one that can be changed with the stroke of a brush.

When selecting color first decide on what you’re trying to accomplish. Is it simply a fresh clean room or are you ready to make a personal statement? The new fall palette offers soft greens and golds, or consider going bolder with rich russets and burgundy’s. Maybe cooler tones in soft beiges accented with rich blues and charcoal grey tones are more appealing.

In the family room start with some new throw pillows, an area rug, and accessories. Select a color from your fabric and simply paint an accent wall.

Stand back and enjoy your new room. If the dining room is looking a little lack luster, consider adding a new floral centerpiece to reflect the changing season. Table linens and maybe a few serving pieces might be just the right look to add some seasonal glamour.

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For residents of Huntington or Western Suffolk, and particularly for those on the lookout for a new car in the near future, exciting news is on the horizon of Mercedes-Benz of Huntington.

Late last year, the C-Class Mercedes-Benz Sedan experienced a reorganized and vigorous makeover for presentation to the 2012 auto market. Improvements include CLS-style headlights and detailed tail lamps. Mercedes-Benz takes care of their models, and

they intend to make the presence of the C-Class Sedan known.

Complementing the campaign to highlight the C-Class Mercedes-Benz is the advent of the C250 Coupe, and MercedesBenz of Huntington is eagerly awaiting the official ‘debut’ of this new car. Highlights of the C250 include attention assist, an adaptive brake with hold function, and state-of-the-art infotainment system. The model’s horsepower is 201 @ 5,500 rpm, 7-G Tronic Plus transmission, and comes equipped with rear wheel-drive. Aesthetically, the C250 will be available in a variety of colors, from Arctic White to Mars Red, and more, as well as a choice of either leather or MB-Tex upholstery.

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HIGH CLASS C-CLASS continued

Benz models is MY12 C-Class Coupe. Tempting, isn’t it, to possibly refer to your new car as “MY Mercedes-Benz”?

The wait will not be a long one. This October, MercedesBenz of Huntington will begin selling the C250 Coupe at the base starting price of $37,220.00, plus shipping and options.

Packages include Premium 1, Full Leather Seating, Lighting, an iPod/MP3 Media Interface, and Lane Tracking package, among a number of other options.

Mercedes-Benz of Huntington is proud to see the C-Class rise into a new class, if not go forward with a vengeance.

Between everything from improved modifications to the Sedan to the breakthrough of the C-250 Coupe, the C-Class models will indeed have their day, and make quite an impact.

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Many people are trying to get the full value out of their vehicle, as evidenced by the recent findings that the average age of a vehicle on the road has reached over 10 years old. In order to make sure that their vehicles remain durable, it is important that motorists look for ways to help keep their vehicles running smoothly, longer.

The engine in a vehicle is much like the heart in our bodies: In order for the heart to be fit and strong, we need to take care of it. Proper and regular maintenance of a vehicle can help save money on repairs down the road, especially for vehicles that have reached milestones in age and mileage.

There are many ways to help increase your vehicle’s longevity and keep your peace of mind intact. Here are a few tips to help you get the most out of one of your largest investments.

Make it your routine Just as regular check-ups with your doctor are important for your own health, heeding regularly scheduled maintenance intervals as determined by the vehicle manufacturer is also an essential step to help keep your vehicle healthy.

Taking your vehicle in and having it regularly maintained helps to make sure it has what it needs to keep it running.

Of the overall maintenance regimen, one of the most frequently missed maintenance tasks is the oil change. By changing your oil as recommended, you can help maintain the performance of your engine. Regular maintenance and recommended intervals are typically outlined in a vehicle’s owner’s manual.

Take it easy To make sure your vehicle can stand the course of time, it is important to avoid unnecessary strain on the engine.

A vehicle that has been sitting for an extended period of time will have next to no oil left on the moving parts of the engine, as it has accumulated in the oil pan. Allowing your engine to warm up by easing into acceleration will help the oil flow quicker and decrease the amount of wear and friction-related damage that may occur.

Maybe even more important than taking it easy on startup is making sure to not overexert your vehicle. Constant, high RPMs, short braking, high-speed driving and other severe types of driving can lead to accelerated engine and transmission wear and potentially more substantial issues.

Keep it clean Vehicles likely take a beating throughout the year with the months of harsh winter conditions and corrosive elements. High temperatures, bird droppings, tree sap and UV rays in the warmer months can also cause damage to the interior and exterior of a vehicle. Keeping vehicles clean can help protect them from the chemicals and dirt that may attack the car’s finish and undercarriage.

Make sure it’s covered Having your vehicle covered for any issues that may arise is important, and extended warranty programs are becoming more and more prevalent. Last year alone, Americans bought 250 million extended warranties, according to the Service Contract Industry Council.

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“When the Town began searching for a promoter to bring live performances back to Huntington Village, we envisioned just the type of facility the Paramount is about to become: a venue capable of attracting a wide variety of ages and entertainment tastes that will cement Huntington’s reputation as Long Island’s cultural capital,” said Huntington Supervisor Frank P. Petrone. “All of our village merchants should benefit from the Paramount’s presence, as concertgoers dine in

our restaurants, shop in our stores and return time and time again to enjoy all that Huntington has to offer.”

Those involved in the project, as well as many townspeople, anticipate the success of the theatre.

Councilwoman Susan Berland, an avid supporter of the arts who was instrumental in bringing The Paramount to town, is looking forward to the performance boom.

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Billed as “Benefit Concerts for Mick East and West: Two Nights of Song, Support and Celebration”, the concerts will include music by some of Long Island’s finest musicians. In addition to raising money to cover medical expenses and loss of income, Mick has requested that the evenings include a message of peace and be a celebration of community due to the violent nature of his attack and the subsequent overwhelming outpour of concern and support he has received from all across Long Island.

Mick is a longtime band member of Los Blaggards, as well as Caroline Doctorow and The Steamrollers, a musical educator and founding member of NYRMA (New York Roots Music Association), among many other past and present musical associations.

The first show (Mick East) takes place on Friday, September 16 at Stephen Talkhouse in Amagansett, from 7-10 pm, and will be hosted by local radio personality Cynthia Daniels (Monk Music Radio). Scheduled performers presently include: Caroline Doctorow, Gene Casey and The Lone Sharks, Joe Delia, Inda Eaton, Telly, Alfredo Merat, Tali Icepack Jackson, Dalton Portella, Sarah Conway, and Dan Bailey, among others.

A second show (Mick West) will occur on Sunday September 18, from 3-7 pm, at the Huntington Moose Lodge located at 631 Pulaski Road in Greenlawn. Hosted by Radio personality Joe Rock, the show will include performances

by Buddy Woodward and Brandi Hart of The Dixie Bee-Liners, The NYRMA All-Stars, The L.I. Hornets, Butchers Blind, plus a few remarkable surprises including a reunion by Last Hombres, and a set by Mick’s own band Los Blaggards. Some very, very special acts are also in the works so stay tuned.

Ticket price is $30 and includes beer, wine & soda.

Food will be available as well. “Everyone has been so generous.” said Steven Prisco, “The hall, the sound system and the musicians have all waived their fees so we can raise as much money as possible.”

For more information visit www.nyrma.com or call Steven Prisco at (631) 245-2768.

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