Village Connection Magazine Gold Coast Edition - May 2014

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"The Kiss" Watercolor 16"x20"

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"The Coast of Crete" Watercolor 11"x14"

"Promise me Primrose" Watercolor 16"x18"

"Brothers" Watercolor 11"x14"

Lisa Argentieri is an internationally recognized, awardwinning watercolor and acrylic painter from Huntington. She has a B.F.A. from the School of Visual Arts in New York City.

Lisa’s paintings have been selected to show in numerous prestigious exhibitions including The Salmagundi Club (of which she is an artist member & received the 2011 Merit Award for Watercolor), The Allied Artists of America, Inc., The Catherine Lorillard Wolfe Art Club, The Audubon Artists Inc., and The 56th & 58th Long Island Artists’ Exhibition. Her watercolors have been published in Dan’s Papers (front cover), F&W Media’s Watercolor Magazine (back cover) and The Beacon Times Newspapers.

Lisa Argentieri’s style of free-flowing paintings are very organic and spontaneous without the use of preliminary drawings or studies. She donates numerous paintings to notfor-profit charities on Long Island and is a member of several art leagues in New York. To see more of Lisa’s work, visit her

website at http://watercolorsbylisa.blogspot.com/ Shows: May 1 through June 1 May Flowers, Floral paintings by Lisa Argentieri and Denis Ponsot at Campari Ristorante, 225 Main St., Northport, NY 631757-6700. Opening reception on May 2, 7:30-10:30 pm.

April 1 through May 28 Exhibiting 40 original paintings at Cold Spring Harbor Library, 95 Shore Rd., Cold Spring Harbor, NY. (631) 692-6820 The hours are Mondays-Thursdays, 9:30am to 9pm; Fridays and Saturdays: 9:30am to 5pm and Sundays: 1-5pm.

Due to various holidays, closed on: May 11, May 25, and May 26. www.cshlibrary.org

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Contents May 2014

Village Connection Gold Coast 06 Cover Artist 12 Beauty 14 Fitness

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18 Backyard and Beyond 20 Outdoor Living 22 Kerrianns Corner 26 Community Calendar 28 Local History

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From the Publisher

village staff Associate Publisher Jeanne Murphy Creative Director Nicole Savalli Social Media j. murphy creative marketing Contributing Writers Adriana Vater, Nick Radesca, Charles H. Gamarekian, Alan Stableford, Mary Ann Dellinger, Kathleen Tafti PT, MS, CSCS, Joanne Kois, Hillary Call, Kerriann Flanagan Brosky, Glenn Andreiev, Rich Rivkin

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Please share with family and friends For more than 15 years, Village Connection Magazine has invited our readers to appreciate all that our community has to offer. With world-class dining, shopping, history, art, nightlife and so much more, the Villages of Long Island are true destination spots. Our magazine, website and social media network, serve as a resource for information on what to do and where to go on Long Island.

Village Connection Magazine is, and always was, a community contributed effort. Our pages feature the work of local artists, writers, photographers and business owners. We’ve been able to create this unique publication because of the creative network that we have been lucky enough to work with over the years.

We all know that that there is power in numbers, and Village Connection has a very large network of business associates and friends that extends deep into the Community and well beyond. We support local organizations, including the Historical Society, Junior Welfare League, The Townwide Fund of Huntington, Huntington Arts Council, and many others. ​ As we move forward into our second decade, we are committed to continually improving the service that we provide to our clients as well as the content that we share with our readers.

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beauty • adriana vater

Indulge Mom This Mother’s Day

Year after year, many of us find ourselves ordering the ‘usual’ flowers for Mother’s Day. Although this is lovely, many mothers would like something a little different. Don’t worry, I’ve got some gift ideas that will make her a happy lady.

Whether a first time, working, stay-at-home mom or mom-to-be, mothers everywhere need a day to unwind and refresh in order to be their best. However, rarely does a mother splurge on luxurious things for themselves when piano lessons need to be paid or the house needs fixing. Spa gift certificates are a sure way for her to pamper her senses and relax her spirit.

Husbands, sons, and daughters can choose from one of our carefully created comprehensive spa packages that are sure to make her Mother’s Day one to remember. Whether choosing a simple blow-out style and make-up application or spending the day being pampered from head to toe, you can rest assured that mom will be come back stress-free and relaxed!

For those moms celebrating your first Mother’s Day, don’t forget you only get one “first-time” so it is especially important to make it memorable. Leave the youngsters with dad and enjoy the holiday

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Mother’s Day is also the perfect time to pamper the mom-to be. Gifts can fall into several categories. One option can be baby related products since a new mom needs lots of gadgets, gizmos and paraphernalia, but we think a day of pampering is a better choice. A pregnancy massage, pedicure or manicure can give her a little rejuvenation before all the chaos begins.

Whether it’s melting mom’s cares away with a massage or treating her busy hands and feet with a manicure and pedicure, there is no doubt that giving the gift of spa helps mom relax and rejuvenate.

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Is Your Herniated Disc Really Causing the Problem?

When someone says to me, “ I have a herniated disc in my back,” I want to say, “So does 80% of the population.” I hold back because that doesn't sound very compassionate, and I am very compassionate about a persons pain and injuries. I will also do anything I can to help them overcome their injuries. So, if 80% of people have some level of a herniated disc, and many have no symptoms, then how do we know that the herniated disc is causing the pain? There is a method of figuring this out.

Let me first explain what exactly a herniated disc is. There are different terms used interchangeably, including herniated disc, slipped disc, pinched disc and more. When you bend forward and round out your back, your disc moves posteriorly between the two vertebrae.

This movement is normal. When you straighten back up to an upright position the disc returns to sitting equally between the two vertebrae.

A herniated disc results when you return to the upright position and the disc does not move back into the correct spot. It continues to stick out between the vertebrae, becomes pinched and causes pain. If the impingement is more severe, you may feel pain down your leg as far as your toes in addition to back pain.

Whether you can do exercises to fix a herniated disc, or if you need surgery, will depend on how severely it is “sticking out.”

If the herniation is not severe, then your body has the ability to reabsorb the disc and align it properly between the two vertebrae.

The following exercise is one example of a “Mackenzie Exercise” that can aid your body to re-align the disc. There are many directions that the disc can slip out. I am going to discuss an exercise used to re-align a disc that is herniated posteriorly. If you have a posterior disc herniation and it is causing pain, you can try extending your

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spine to aid your body in re-aligning the disc.

Here is an example of a Mackenzie Extension Exercise: • Lie on your stomach • Gently arch your back and rest your upper body on your forearms • Hold this position for as long as it takes to feel your symptoms subside.

If the herniated disc is causing the symptoms, you will start to feel the pain in your leg and foot move out of your leg and up to your back until you no longer have pain in your leg. This happens as your body re-aligns the disc into its proper position and it is no longer being pinched. The thought process behind these extension exercises is that if the herniated disc is the source of pain then these exercises will re-align the disc and eliminate the pain. If you do not get relief from your symptoms, then the herniation may be severe or something else is causing the pain. Please do not try these exercises until you have talked with your doctor and he has made a diagnosis and has cleared you to do so. I just want you to be aware that herniated discs are common and that it needs to be determined if they are causing a problem. You can also have a herniated disc that never causes pain or a problem. If you are having back plain please go see your doctor so you can work with him on a plan to heal.

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backyard and beyond • alan stableford

From Past to Present T he Early Days of Gardening

I can remember going to visit my aunt & uncle as a young boy and being fascinated by these massive, large-leaved plants growing in their backyard. Thinking back, I recall them being Cannas, but at that time I only knew them as “those big monster plants.”

Long before I had an interest in horticulture as a livelihood, I found a connection to nature through plants. My grandmother’s vegetable garden in Pennsylvania always inspired me with its abundance of vegetables & herbs. The freshly prepared meals that came from her garden were amazing and tantalizing to my taste buds! Those delicious aromas that would pervade throughout her house seemed like they would entice anyone from miles away! When my parents started growing their vegetable garden, I was excited by the first harvest finally being brought to the kitchen table and to my palette! A little bit of country was brought to our suburban backyard, which made its way to my heart, and tummy of course!

That’s when I decided to start planting some easy growing vegetable seeds like radishes and string beans. I always got a kick out of seeing them sprout and produce a crop. I could actually make something grow! Planting green bell pepper plants was a lot of fun for me too as I would wait for the first white flower to appear where the pepper would emerge. It was almost as exciting as getting a new matchbox car or trading baseball cards with my friends! When I discovered how easy it was to grow nasturtiums, snapdragons, marigolds and zinnias from seed then I started to add flowers to the garden.

Planting summer blooming bulbs can also be a rewarding project for kids & adults alike. My mom loved to grow dahlias & gladiolus and

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it was always so cool to watch them emerge and burst out with their endless array of colors. Cannas, caladiums, elephant ears, calla lilies, tuberous begonias, Oriental & tiger lilies, as well as dahlias and gladiolus are just a few of the fun summer flowering bulbs and tubers that can bring a season of enjoyment to the landscape. Their bold foliage & flowers make a strong statement and will add interest to the garden that is sure to be a conversation piece. Just remember to dig up the bulbs in the fall and store them in a cool dry place so you can plant them again next year. May is probably the biggest month for planting a vegetable or flower garden and with a little preparation you can enjoy the bounty it will bring for the rest of the season. Last year I tried growing red romaine lettuce as a cool weather crop and it did great. Plus it looked nice as a border plant in the garden. I also planted some kale with it so there was plenty of delicious fresh salad to enjoy for several weeks.

If you have a limited amount of room then you may want to try planting up some containers for your patio or deck to enjoy as a small space garden throughout the summer.

Photos by Alan Stableford

Alan Stableford is a Certified Nursery and Landscape Professional with New York State (CNLP) and is employed at Atlantic Nurseries in Dix Hills. Featured topics include landscape design, gardening and nature photography. The photos he shares add an extra dimension to his Backyard & Beyond column. Alan can be reached at AJ.Islandscapes@yahoo.com

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Are the Natural Colors of Old Stone in Concrete Pavers the New Green?

Manufacturers of interlocking concrete pavement systems have inherently relied on natural color palettes when matching colors for their pavers. This stems from the long history of interlocking pavements of natural stone in Europe and other parts of the world dating back to ancient times and remains commonplace today. It is augmented here in America by the ever-expanding use of hardscaping— a term for the placement of generally permanent, non-plant elements such as pavers, walls, enclosures and even lighting in a planned outdoor area.

Also in vogue are sustainable products that provide environmental, social and economic benefits over their entire life cycle. When selecting a type of pavement, it is encouraging to know that all of the raw materials used for the mix formulas in manufacturing concrete pavers and wallstones are sustainable. Architects, landscape architects, designers and contractors recognize these manufactured products as “green construction” when designing residential driveways, walkways, patios, around pools and spas as well as in outdoor living rooms.

Equally encouraging to the ecology-minded is the fact that interlocking concrete pavement systems have become an environmentally friendly and economical alternative to concrete and asphalt in parking lots, roadways, fire lanes, and many more commercial/municipal applications for developers, major corporations and cities favoring principles of “green” construction.

Hardscaping product manufacturers also make permeable pavers that are specially designed to boost rapid removal of storm water. The system allows for natural drainage and groundwater recharge resulting in considerable reductions in water runoff. A permeable pavement, when professionally installed, can be categorized as a structural BMP (Best Management Practices) solution in both pedestrian and vehicular areas when the percentages of impervious (solid) surfaces on a residential or commercial lot exceed the limits outlined by local zoning requirements. This soil condition is often prevalent in flood-prone areas, lake communities and shore locations. Paver and wall systems can also be used to prevent erosion, another condition that threatens the

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Deference to nature is in. In keeping with this, manufacturers have been allotting sizable amounts of time and expense in developing colors that reflect consumer demands for blends, textures and other surface characteristics that mimic their natural stone counterparts.

Different solid and blended colors can be used in conjunction with each other to create a random pattern that reflects the combination of several natural hues.

While the workmanship of pavement installations may or may not be covered by the installer, some pavingstone manufacturers offer warranties on the product that may include the permanence of the color. For example, in addition to a limited lifetime warranty that is fully transferable should you sell your home, Cambridge Pavingstones with ArmorTec® are also covered by a Fade-Proof Color Guarantee. This additional value reassures that the rich color of your new pavement at the time of purchase will remain for many years to come. In the same way that we learn to trust leading brands of other consumer goods, pavingstone manufacturers like Cambridge earn the trust of homeowners with field-proven quality that’s backed by the company that made the product. Before choosing a brand, check for value-added assurances that are offered to the consumer by the manufacturer.

Other facts about the overall surface of your pavement are important too. Did you know that an interlocking system of concrete pavers is, by its nature, slip and skid resistant and resilient to de-icing salts and damage from plowing? And because they are set in sand — without mortar — access to underground utilities such as around a pool or heated driveway, does not require breaking into the pavement, which is the only viable solution with poured and stamped concrete. Another nice aspect of choosing pavers and manufactured wallstones is the fact that most manufacturers are careful to coordinate colors within their total spectrum of products including outdoor living room components like fireplaces, fire pits and kitchens, to assure that elements of your hardscape design match or complement each other.

With today’s hardscaping products at your feet, you won’t have to take a hike in the mountains to be in harmony with nature — just step outside your home where you will have created your own maintenance free “green scene”.

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kerriann’s corner • kerriann flanagan brosky

Signs and Butterflies Butterflies are a beautiful sign of spring. Perhaps there is more to them than we think. Many people talk about the significance of certain living creatures coming to them, like Cardinals and butterflies. Some even believe that it’s a lost loved one.

Butterflies go through an amazing transformation. These various stages of metamorphosis relate very much to our own lives. Our birth is the caterpillar stage, our death is the chrysalis stage, and our resurrection to the afterlife is the butterfly stage. There are many cultures and religions who view the butterfly as a symbol of transformation. Native American Indians are very connected to nature and to animals. They have what are called totems which represent the animals and the meanings behind them. They view the butterfly as a symbol of happiness and change. The Chinese view the butterfly as a symbol for long life, while the Japanese view butterflies as symbols of love, marital bliss and harmony.

Most other countries around the world believe that butterflies are departed souls. The butterfly represents the soul's freedom upon death. In ancient Greece, the word for butterfly is "psyche" which means "soul". In modern day it stands for "psychology", the study of the mind. The Greek's believe that butterflies are the souls of people who have passed away. Same thing is true in Russia, where their word for butterflies is "dushuchka" which comes from "dusha" which means "soul". In Mexico there is a small town where

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Monarch Butterflies migrate to every year. It happens to coincide with a Mexican holiday known as the Day of the Dead. The town celebrates the butterflies because they believe they're the souls of the deceased returning. In Ireland, the Irish believe that butterflies "are the souls of the dead waiting to pass through purgatory".

As for Cardinals, many people believe that these beautiful red birds are also souls who are visiting us. Especially symbolic in the Christian religions, the Cardinal symbolizes faith, and is also symbolic of the blood of Christ. So if a Cardinal appears in your window it could be telling you to keep the faith and remind you of Christ's presence in your life. That is also why the Cardinal is seen on Christmas cards and in Christmas displays.

The next time a butterfly or Cardinal flies your way, take a second look. Maybe it's a connection to a long lost soul, or maybe it's the answer to something you've been searching for.

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community events 15 02

Taste of the Town

Texas Holdem, Roulette, Craps, Black Jack. $150 pp includes dinner, open bar, and $200 in gambling chips. Music and fun as well as a Chinese Auction. Seating Limited.

Must be 21 and over to attend. Jackets Required. No Jeans. For more information, call 516-609-8050

Have a taste of historic Oyster Bay. Sample food from contributing local restaurants, and enjoy music. Learn about a variety of summer camp programs and activities ranging from arts and crafts, cooking, pottery, knitting, water sports, dancing, nature, music and more. Disounts and coupons available. Raffle for local camps.

Tickets are $55 before April 30, $65 after May 1. Rain or shine. For more information, call 516-922-6464.

WHEN: FRIDAY, MAY 2, 6:30 PM - 11 PM WHERE: THE NORTH SHORE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB, 30 ST. ANDREWS LANE, GLEN COVE SABBATH DAY PATH (OFF 25A), HUNTINGTON

WHEN: THURSDAY, MAY 15, 7 PM - 11 PM WHERE: CHECK IN 6:30-7:30 PM AT OAKCLIFF SAILING CENTER, 4 SOUTH STREET OYSTER BAY

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11th Annual Health & Fitness Fair

Over 100 exhibitors, live entertainment, fitness demonstrations, health screenings, interactive children's displays, sports, nutritious refreshments, and more. Join Senator Carl L Marcellino and the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Chamber of Commerce. For more information, contact Senator Marcellinos Office at 516-922-1811.

WHEN: SATURDAY, MAY 17, 11 AM - 4 PM WHERE: AUDREY AVENUE IN OYSTER BAY

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5th Annual Street Fair on the Green

The 5th Annual Street Fair on the Green at Christopher Morley Park features established artisans and vendors offer ing handmade and handpicked items. FREE event. For more information, call 516-4426000.

WHEN: SATURDAY, MAY 24 & SUNDAY, MAY 25, 10 AM - 6 PM WHERE: CHRISTOPHER MORLEY PARK 500 SEARINGTOWN ROAD, ROSLYN

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Long Island Orchid Festival

Featuring Orchid vendors from around the world. Includes lectures from advanced orchid growers. Artist Nancy Wernersbach will give an orchid painting demo from 10 am - 2 pm Saturday and will raffle off the finished painting. Free event. Planting Fields parking $8 per car Call 516-7805107 for more information.

WHEN: FRIDAY, MAY 2 - SUNDAY, MAY 4, 9 AM - 5 PM WHERE: PLANTING FIELDS ARBORETUM STATE HISTORIC PARK, 1395 PLANTING FIRLDS ROAD, OYSTER BAY

DON’T MISS...

The Open-Air Fair At MacArthur Airport May 10 - 11 Grand opening of the Open-Air Fair at MacArthur Airport. This is Long Island’s only market fair/craft fair all in one place; something that the entire family would enjoy. Great shopping, international food court, kids zone - something for everyone. It’s a local place where you can shop, eat, play and just have fun. Located at Long Island MacArthur Airport, parking lot #10. Enter through the Foreign Trade Zone Drive off Rt 454. Free admission. Parking is $1 or free with a food donation. For info: www.limarketfair.com

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gold coast historic places

Old Westbury Gardens

Old Westbury Gardens, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is the former home of John S. Phipps, his wife, Margarita Grace Phipps and their four children. Completed in 1906 by the English designer, George A. Crawley, the magnificent Charles II-style mansion is nestled amid 200 acres of formal gardens, landscaped grounds, woodlands, ponds and lakes.

Westbury House is furnished with fine English antiques and decorative arts from the more than fifty years of the family’s residence.

Today, Westbury Gardens welcomes visitors of all ages for guided tours of Westbury House and Gardens, in-depth tours of the formal gardens, school visits, children’s programs and events, family programs, museum exhibits, classic car shows, indoor and outdoor classical concerts, summer pop concerts, slide lectures,

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book signings, horticultural demonstrations and workshops, Scottish Games, botanical arts and gardening classes, and Master Gardener and Educator-led Talks and Tours of topics relating to horticulture, art, history, design and architecture.

Old Westbury Gardens seeks to inspire appreciation and knowledge of the best qualities exemplified in the American country estate of the early 20th century through faithful preservation of its landscape and gardens, architecture and collections.

Old Westbury Gardens 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury, NY • (516) 333-0048 This information was obtained from www.oldwestburygardens.org. Visit the website to plan your visit and to find out more about educational programs and events at Old Westbury Gardens.

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