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Merrick Chamber Invites Resident To Help Keep The Lights On!! The Annual Fall Festival brought out many residents to enjoy the magnificent weather. This is always a special time of year to renew old friendships and catch up with the neighbors with whom you haven’t seen in a while. This year’s festival opening ceremony, began with the Calhoun Concert Choir singing the National Anthem. Followed by the Chamber announcement of their new community resident membership. The fee is just $25.00 per homeowner and residents may learn more and sign up on the chamber website www.merrickchamber.org. The Chamber hosts two festivals, a Halloween Parade, Santa’s visit and annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony. “There are several projects which the Merrick Chamber must undertake

in order to beautify the town,” said Chamber President Femy Aziz. “The sign at the LIRR trestle, needs replacement as well as the ‘Welcome to Merrick’ sign at the corner of Merrick Avenue and Sunrise Highway. Two major expenses. Our Board has been toying with a difficult decision. Grants from

the elected officials have been slow in coming, and the Chamber’s budget cannot afford both as well as the Holiday Lights Program. [CONT. ON PAGE 8]

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e can never forget the community members whose lives were lost in the 9-11 terrorist attack. Ceremonies continue to be held to recognize those whose lives were cut short on this day of infamy, including many of whom rushed into harm’s way to save countless others, only to pay with the ultimate sacrifice themselves. BELLMORE IN MEMORY OF: • Lawrence Ira Beck, 38 years old, Cantor Fitzgerald, Tower I • Gary R. Box, 37 years old, FDNY • Michael Joseph Cawley, 32 years old, FDNY • Joni Cesta, 37 years old, A.L. Sarroff Lic, Tower II • William Esposito, 51 years old, Cantor Fitzgerald, Tower I • Bruce Henry Gary, 51 years old, FDNY • Manuel D. Mojica Jr., 37 years old, FDNY • Kevin M. Prior, 28 years old, FDNY

• Adam David Rand, 30 years old, FDNY • Karen Helene Schmidt 42 years old, IQ Financial Systems, Tower II • Andrew J. Stern, 41 years old, Cantor Fitzgerald, Tower II • Lonny Jay Stone, 42 years old, Carr Futures, Tower I • Michael Andrew Tamuccio, 37 years old, Fred Alger Management, Tower I • Steven Weinberg, 41 years old, Baseline Financial Services, Tower II MERRICK IN MEMORY OF: • Herman Charles Broghammer, 58 years old, Aon Corp., Tower II • Ronnie E. Gies, 43 years old, FDNY • David Joseph Grimner, 51 years old, Marsh & McLennan, Tower II • Aram Iskenderian, 41 years old, Cantor Fitzgerald, Tower I • Sean Patrick Lynch, 36 years old, Cantor Fitzgerald, Tower I • Katherine Marie McGarry-Noack, 30 years old, Telekurs USA, Tower I • Brian Edward Sweeney, 29 years old, FDNY • John Damien Vaccacio, 30 years old, Cantor Fitzgerald, Tower I • Frank J. Vignola Jr., 44 years old, Cantor Fitzgerald, Tower I

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erusing the newly painted, cataloged and expanded North Bellmore Library, one quickly notes its remarkable transformation. The once ramshackle structure in need of repair and bursting at the seams is now, post renovation, a spacious beacon of information, inspiration and entertainment to an excited and proud community. The community at large showed its support with a standing room only attendance at the library’s Bellmore Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting ceremony. Many came to also bid farewell to the library’s esteemed and beloved, long-time director, Thomas Bazzicalupo who completed 28 years of service.

dent, Barbara Cavuto, began using the old library when her daughter was 3 years old. Now, twenty-five years later, Jenna Cavuto has purchased only 1 book since she sources the library so frequently. Barbara and her now adult children, Jenna and Jimmy found Tom always ready with a greeting and eager to help. Fiorella Ferranti and her 5-1/2 year old daughter, Giuliana are ecstatic that the new children’s section houses all her favorites including the complete Elephant & Piggie series, which is recommended for pre-kindergarteners. “This new library has them all,” Fiorella marvels. Tom highlighted the expanded space in the children’s room including an activity room for story-time and

Known to loyal staff and the greater community as Tom, the veteran director beamed with pride as he pointed out various areas of the multi-level and multi-functional space. Tom was an integral part of bringing the dream of a new library to life since it’s inception during library board meetings that began in 2013. Barbara Fillios, the library board’s longest standing member, credits the director for doing a lot to make it happen. “Tom is a team player,” said Barbara. “He is also a great listener and an all around nice guy. We were very lucky to have him for as long as we did. We’re going to miss him,” she added. Thomas Bazzicalupo, who always thought he’d be a school teacher, began children’s story-time at the library in 1991. One of his greatest joys was to have an attendee return years later as an adult to visit. North Bellmore resi-

crafting as well as a screen for movies. He notes the addition of Ipads and the creation of a designated area for children with special needs including a place for parents to sit, read and observe. Tom and his wife, also a librarian, just celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary and will move to North Carolina with their now grown family of three children. He joked that while at work he was always complaining of being cold and yearned for warmth. His complaints were substantiated once his old office walls were demolished and a lack of insulation validated his woes! He also joked that he hadn’t yet been shown how to adjust the air conditioning in the renovated space. So, despite newly insulated walls, he was still freezing! Coworkers, like Jessica Tymecki, interim Library Director, hope his move to the

south will provide the warmth the respected director seeks. Tymecki notes the legacy Tom leaves behind. “He has the kindest heart and a true respect and love for the staff and community of the North Bellmore Library. He worked many years to make this renovation happen,” she explained. Jessica was raised in North Bellmore and was a student of the Newbridge Road Elementary School, located right next door to the library. As a child she attended story time at the library and participated in the Summer Reading Club every year. For the past twelve years she has been Head of Young Adult Services. Jessica instituted a SEPTA collection to support patrons with special needs and a video game collection for teens. The latter is one of the largest collections in Nassau County and appeals to the demographic she serves. Like Tom, Jessica is elated that her targeted audience has a designated area in their new home, which includes a study room and a hangout space. Tom, Jessica, staff and the board credit Ray Beeler, architect of the new library, for listening intently and creating an edifice that houses more than just books. It is truly a community center. Michael Reed oversaw construction and worked closely with staff to create a space with south facing windows that bathes the inside with light. The new library, with its additional 4,500 square feet, boasts the latest technology, an elevator, IT room, storage room, book mending area, musical CD’s, DVD’s, large circulation desk, projection room, 10 public computers, innovation room with 3-D printers and a sewing machine. A community room with a capacity of 158 will host outside groups and shows. A fireplace was installed as a focal point in the adult section, behind which a marketplace room of snacks invites patrons to stay a while. “I now want to come and stay,” said one such patron, “rather than

get a book and leave!” Despite the challenges, since the board first accrued a bond for the renovation in 2015, the new library has exceeded everyone’s dream. Prominently featured in the entryway are showcases that are a proud nod to the building’s history. Original floor plans and pieces of an old mural are just a few of the relics displayed. Tom Bazzicalupo contributed items to the time capsule found within the demolished walls. An old iphone was added along with a library newsletter for future generations to discover. However, Tom Bazzicalupo’s,imprint is as much a part of the

present library as the brick and mortar and books within. Bazzicalupo’s parting words thanked everyone for their support. “You always seemed to find us somehow. It has been a pleasure,” he said to the community he’s longed served. Visit www.northbellmorelibrary.org to learn more about the many services the library offers.

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☞ TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGES 2- 8; 15: NEWS Merrick Chamber Invites Residents to Help Keep the Lights On!; 911 Remembrance; One for the Record Books; Newbridge Road Elementary Playground Gets An Upgrade; Bellmore Author Publishes Third Novel; 25 Blocks of Festival Fun; Meet St. Francis New Pastor Chris McNabb; Kennedy Sisters Make School History; Officer Runs for Town Council; BM Broadcasting students explore interest in broadcast journalism.

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mesmerized the crowd. Watch the video on the cover to see this exciting exhibit! The North Bellmore Library reopens after renova-

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In & Around … CALLING ALL WITCHES, GOBLINS AND GHOSTS FOR HALLOWEEN … In Bellmore, on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019 the Bellmore Chamber will host its annual Halloween Parade and Trick-orTreating for the community. Assembly will take place at the movie theater on Pettit Avenue at 11:45am, festivities will commence at noon and the parade of children with their parents in costume will head up Bedford Avenue. There will also be a Halloween backdrop set up at the end of the parade so remember to bring your cameras! … In Merrick, the Halloween Parade and Trick-or-Treating hosted by the Merrick Chamber will be on Saturday October 26, at 11am starting at Purick Park, corner of Loines and Merrick Avenue. The parade continues down Merrick Avenue to the Gazebo… ELWOOD PUMPKIN FARM 1500 E Jericho Tpk., Huntington 631-368-

8626. Bring the kids and pick your own pumpkin off the vine, kids corn maze and hay rides. No admission fee for picking. Prices are by size. Tickets required for corn maze and hay rides… SPOOKY FEST The Center for Science Teaching and Learning celebrates Halloween at the Tanglewood Preserve in Rockville Center. Sixteen acres transformed into a family friendly halloween event. Wooded paths, exhibits, spooky lighing and characters.https://www.cstl.org/ spooky-fest/ … THE RISE OF THE JACK O’ LANTERNS at Old Westbury Gardens features 5,000 professionally hand-carved illuminated jack o’lanterns along a scenic walking path https://wwwtherise.org... FRIGHTMORE MANOR CEMETERY 2137 Johnson Place, Bellmore Featuring life-size displays with music and projections. Lights on 6:30pm to

10pm, Halloween 6:30pm to midnight… HAUNTED HOUSE OF HAMLET RD. SKELETON CEMETERY 47 Hamlet Rd., Levittown - Large props with special effects. Lights on everyday. Interactive props 7pm-11pm on weekends… SHIPWRECK COVE 30 William Rd., Massapequa - Pirate display with automatronic skeletons. Live actors on weekends. Songs and quotes from Pirate of the Caribbean. Best viewed 7pm -10pm Oct 19, 26 and 31st …CEMETERY OF LOST SOULS 350 Broadway, Massapequa Park - The Museum of Fears Charity Haunted House benefitting Melissa’s Wish. Tickets start at $8.00. https:// lostsoulsli.com/ … FOR MORE HALLOWEEN ATTRACTIONS visit https://www.lihauntedhouses.com/ BELLMORE-MERRICK DRUG TAKE-BACK DAY, Saturday Oct. 26, 2019 from 10:00am - 1:00pm at Grand Avenue Middle School, 2301 Grand Avenue, Bellmore. Drive Up - Drop Off - Drive Away. Safely dispose of your unused and unwanted medications while protecting your kids, your families and our environment. Keep all

medications in original containers. Block out name for anonymity. Do not cross out medication information. Illegal drugs may be dropped off anonymously. Syringes & sharps will be accepted. Do not bring thermometers, IV bags, liquids and chemo drugs, they can not be accepted. Rain date will be November 2, 2019… EARLY VOTING IN NASSAU COUNTY Any registered voter in Nassau County may vote at any of the designated early voting locations in Nassau County. For a full list of locations and hours visit www. nassauvotes.org or call (516) 571-VOTE (8683). Early voting starts Sat. Oct 26. On Election Day, Tuesday November 5, 2019 from 6am-9pm vote at your regular polling location…MERRICK BROTHERHOOD COUNCIL THANKSGIVING FESTIVAL OF MUSIC, Sunday Nov. 24, 2019 starts at 2:00pm at Calhoun High School. The Brotherhood Council of Merrick in cooperation with the Bellmore-Merrick Central high School District, Thanksgiving Festival of Music is a Free concert celebrating the diversity of our unique communities.

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Bellmore Author Publishes Third Novel Now You Have It centers around a woman whose goals are financial security and social position. Donna starts out a teenage single mother who meets her guardian angel, Craig. Her life's journey takes her from a basement apartment in Freeport to a home in Brookville, an upscale community, and finally back to Freeport. The challenges she encounters along the way include relationships, financial challenges, health issues, and challenges with her children make for an interesting read. All along her life's road, Craig is there to bail her out while never giving her what she really wants; a relationship with him. There is an underlying message in this book which keeps the reader interested. For a look inside and to purchase visit https://www.amazon. com/Now-You-Have-Zena-Livingston/ dp/1480986240

About the Author Zena Livingston is a product of the City College of New York, where she earned a degree in English. She taught English in the south Bronx and on Long Island before beginning work with her husband, Leon, in his podiatry practice. She still helps with the practice to this day and has the privilege of also working with her son, Douglas. Now You Have It is Zena's third novel, a follow up to The Money God and Psychotic Skank. She draws on a lifetime of experiences as a wife, mother, proud grandmother, practice administrator, humanitarian, and entrepreneur in her writing. She uses these experiences to create characters and stories that draw the reader in and create books that no one can put down.

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We are considering forgoing the holiday lights, the snowflakes seen at holiday time, for this year only so that we can afford an updated LED sign at the train station to advertise our members, sponsors, as well as post community events. We have mixed emotions. The program has grown as well as the cost of maintenance, storage and labor. We were hoping that the community would

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& P Auto Sales celebrated their 40th anniversary with a Bellmore/Merrick Chamber ribbon cutting ceremony at the 2nd Annual Cars for a Cause Car Show they sponsored to benefit John Theissen Children's Foundation raising over $6,000. The Merrick train station parking lot was packed with car enthusiasts who proudly came to display their favorite vintage cars. It was a fun day for the entire family with live music featuring The Mystyics who motivated their fans to get off their

feet and start dancing. Plus great raffle prizes, games, food trucks and exhibits. To see more photos visit www.facebook.com/yournewsmag

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Lakeside Students’ Service Shines Bright at the ‘Glow of Hope’ Students from Levy Lakeside School in Merrick who participate in yearlong service projects through the school’s service learning program were recently invited to share their experiences at the Nassau County “Glow of Hope” reception. The event served as a special kickoff to Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Lakeside students spoke about past and future efforts. Several of their service projects focused on the 1 in 9 Hewlett House, while others helped children with terminal illnesses. One grade level worked to ensure that Lakeside’s own incoming Kindergarteners were welcomed with open arms. The audience included Nassau County Executive Laura Curran, Hewlett House Director Geri Barish, Lakeside Principal Libby Trencheny and Assistant Principal Justin Gabrus. Hundreds of family members and friends were present to support the Lakeside Lions– the students who provide service to help others. Also in atten-

dance were many of the Lakeside teachers including, student council adviser Soo Becchina. These teachers provided the support students needed in order to carry out their creative service projects. Hewlett House is a community learning resource center for cancer patients and their families that has served tens of thousands of cancer patients and their families. Last year, Lakeside Students created inspirational tissue boxes for the patients of the Hewlett House, and student council members also beautified the grounds and nurtured the vegetable garden there, an annual tradition.

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25 SQUARE BLOCKS OF BELLMORE FESTIVAL FUN! It was a beautiful weekend for the the Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores 33rd Annual Street Festival. Carnival rides, crafts, vendors, live music, plus new and exciting exhibits. Learn about wildlife and watch Flippenout's Extreme Trampoline Show that captivated fair revelers. Follow Your NewsMag on Facebook and see more festival photos. Visit www.facebook.com/yournewsmag

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Autumn Recipes to Inspire You

rom meals cooked on the stove top to oven baked dishes and desserts, there are many seasonal favorites to bring that warm harvest touch to your dining room table. Merrick Girls Weekday Recipe Facebook foodies group has some tasty ideas to inspire your fall cooking.

gests Honey bbq sause and raspberry jam Patricia Bua-Yule Chili sauce and grape jelly.

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WITCHES’ STEW POT ROAST A GEAT HALLOWEEN MAKE-A-HEAD MEAL!

Fran Eckman Salt and pepper your meat. Brown 2 lbs stew meat in cast iron skillet. Put meat in crock pot or regular pot. Add one onion to pan after meat comes out. Stir for a few minutes. Put in pot. Deglaze pan with red wine and add to pot. Cut up 4-5 carrots and potatoes and add to pot. Then cover with 4 cups stock or beef broth. Also add 1/2 can tomato paste,1 bayleaf, about 1 tsp sage. Stir and cover. Cook for 6-7 hours in the crock pot on high. The last hour throw in some frozen green beans and peas. I used 1/2 bag of each. Thicken with flour last 1/2 hour if needed. If you are making this on top of the stove simmer 3 hours until meat is tender. Crock pot is easiest.

SWEET & SOUR MEATBALLS WHAT’S THE SECRET INGREDIENCE?

Hillary Gershberg Zacharia Equal parts of Heinz chili sauce in a glass bottle and a can of whole berries cranberry sauce . One of each for every 221/2 lbs of chop meat or ground turkey . Make meatballs as usual I brown mine in the oven. In a pot on the stove combine chili and cranberry sauce, add meatballs and cook for 30-40 minutes on low. For a different twist, other cooks suggest substituting chili and cranberry sauce. Janine Isaac recommends marinara and jellied cranberry; Jennifer Eve sug-

Arlene Laudo • 2-3 T. butter • 1 large onion, diced • 2 carrots; 2 stalks celery, sliced • 1 green pepper, diced • 2-3 T. flour • 3 c. chicken broth • 1-2 c. cooked, pumpkin parsley Melt butter in lg. saucepan. Add onion and sautée until golden. Add carrots, celery and green pepper; saute 3 minutes longer. Stir and blend in flour. Add broth, pumpkin and parsley. Bring to a boil Stir until smooth. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Season to taste.

APPLE CAKE

Julie Liberman Ingredients: • 3 eggs • Sugar 200gr • Sour cream 150gr • Vegetable oil (I used Canola) 80ml • Flour 259gr

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• Vanilla sugar 10gr • Baking powder 10gr packet • Apples 4( depending on the size) • Powdered sugar Use mixer to beat 3 eggs and sugar until fluffy consistency then add sour cream, oil, vanilla and mix it again with the hand mixer. Then add flour and baking powder sifted into the mixture and mix gently by hand so there is no knots. Peel and core 2 to 3 apples, cut into small pieces and add to mixture. Mix in well. Prepare spring form line with paper and grease the sides. Pour mixture in the form. Take another couple of apples and just core them and cut into slices and decorate the top. Bake at 365F for about an hour. Sprinkle powdered sugar on top once it is cooled off.

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Meet St Francis New Pastor Chris McNabb By Br. Chris McNabb

’m delighted to have been named the new pastor of St. Francis Episcopal Church in North Bellmore. St. Francis is a merger between Christ the King (East Meadow) and St. Mark’s (North Bellmore). You might know us as the home to the Garden at St. Francis, which provides fresh, local and healthy produce. Veterans, Senior Citizens, and WIC recipients can receive vouchers through the State of New York to receive free fresh veggies! Any extra produce is donated to local folks who struggle with food insecurity. Prior to serving here at St. Francis, I attended seminary in New York City and served as a priest in Princeton, NJ. In addition to my responsibilities at the parish, I began a ministry to paramedics/EMT’s and worked with immigrant communities & refugees. I take seriously the belief that we are all made in God’s image and likeness – as such, I

believe that every person deserves dignity and respect. As an expression of this belief, we are an open and affirming congregation, meaning we accept all members of the LGBTQ community. We also encourage leadership from all members of our congregation. In fact, our Vestry (church board) is entirely female! You’re always welcome to worship with us on Sundays at 9:30am or come visit our farm stand from 11am-2pm from June-October. We’re also always looking for volunteers in our garden! No matter where you are on the journey of faith- you’re welcome here at St. Francis! We hope to see you soon! Peace.

Kennedy Sisters Make School History

he John F. Kennedy High School cross-country girls team in the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District made school history on Oct. 10 when two female athletes broke 20 minutes in the same 5k race. Sisters Marissa Spottiswood and Maya Spottiswood both came in under 20 minutes, taking first and second place, respectively, with a big personal best for Maya at the league meet. Coach Chris Mammone said, “it has been so much fun” watching these two compete in every race.“They are two of the top girls in Nassau County and anytime they toe the starting line, there are big things to come,” he added.

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Port Authority Officer Runs For Town Council

hristopher Carini has been named the Republican, Conservative, Independence and Tax Revolt candidate for the 5th Councilmanic District in the Town of Hempstead. Carini is a Port Authority police officer, and will be retiring from the Port Authority Police Force to dedicate all of his energies to help the communities that comprise the south shore council district. Carini was selected to replace former Councilwoman Erin King Sweeney on the ballot after the former town official resigned her position as a result of her husband’s business relocation out-of-state Carini will challenge Democrat Lora Webster of Point Lookout. Christopher Carini is the vice president of the Wantagh-Seaford Homeowners’ Association and has spearheaded a host of community enhancement and neighborhood safety initiatives. He persuaded the LIRR and MTA to remediate graffiti at the local train

stations and successfully advocated for more policing at the stations, repair of broken escalators as well as enforcement of quality-of-life issues at the commuting centers. Carini also helped establish a community watch to combat neighborhood burglaries and other crimes. He assisted in bringing about safety and security enhancements in local schools and serves on the Nassau County Police Commissioner’s Community Council. “I have really enjoyed serving my community and working to maintain it as a safe and desirable place in which to live, work and raise a family,” stated Carini. “Working to help area homeowners is something to which I am dedicated, and as a Town councilman, I will be able to do even more.”

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Newbridge Playground Gets An Upgrade stallation and wood chip surface. The project was spearheaded by the PTA executive board of Theresa Campbell, Heidi Hannula, Nicole Haugh, Pam Ricotta, Diane Visone and Sal Visone. Principal Denise Fisher said that children are enjoying the new equipPhoto courtesy of the North Bellmore School District ment which includes a tri-totRecess just got a little bit better at Newter and a ten spin. The tri-totter is a rebridge Road Elementary School in the imagined teeter-totter that adds an extra North Bellmore School District with the seat and an extra path of motion, while recent installation of two new pieces of the ten spin is an inclusive motion spinplayground equipment. ner that can hold up to 10 children. These A multi-year fundraising effort by the pieces are in addition to the existing rock PTA generated approximately $20,000 wall, seesaws, slides, steps and swings to which covered the cost of materials, ingive children plenty of options for play.

BMB out of Mepham H.S. The Bellmore-Merrick Broadcasting Program housed at Mepham High School gives students a chance to explore their interest in all aspects of of broadcast journalism. Watch BMB Broadcasting stu-

dent coverage online of the Mepham Build On Club trip to Africa, interviews with class of 2020 valedictorian and salutatorian and a Mepham athlete's recovery from a devastating knee injury.

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