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American Legion honored by Town

Hempstead Town Supervisor John Ferretti, Deputy Supervisor Dorothy Goosby, Councilman Dennis Dunne, Councilman Tom Muscarella, Councilwoman Melissa Miller, Councilwoman Laura Ryder, and Town Clerk Kate Murray recognized members of the Levittown American Legion Post 1711 Color Guard during the Town’s annual Salute to Veterans event on June 27 at Town Park Point Lookout.

HazMat Collection, Homeowners’ Cleanup Days

The Town of Oyster Bay has announced the Town’s S.T.O.P. (Stop Throwing Out Pollutants) and Homeowners Cleanup Days for this summer, with dates scheduled for weekends in July and August. Residents can drop off materials at the Old Bethpage Solid Waste

Disposal Complex, located at 101 Bethpage-Sweet Hollow Road in Old Bethpage.

S.T.O.P. Program - Saturday, July 11, & Saturday, August 8, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.: collects various hazardous materials, including: asbestos material

(double bagged); automobile batteries; automobile tires (with or without rims); brake and transmission fluids; drain and oven cleaners; fire extinguishers; fares; fluorescent bulbs; gasoline; pesticides and insecticides; oil-based and latex

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Town upgrades neighborhood parklet

The Town of Oyster Bay recently joined with the charitable organization ‘Kids Helping Kids’ to unveil a major beautification and upgrade project at neighborhood Parklet P18, located on Locust Avenue in Old Bethpage. Supervisor Saladino and the Town Board approved capital funds to purchase and install a new playground, new picnic tables and benches, along with upgrades to the basketball court. To complement these upgrades, Kids Helping Kids donated numerous perennials and planted them throughout the park.

Town Supervisor Joseph

Saladino stated, “This beautiful transformation of Parklet P18 is a wonderful example of what can be accomplished when local government and community organizations work hand in hand. We are proud to invest in our neighborhood parks, creating safe, modern and inviting spaces where children can play, families can gather and neighbors can connect. I commend Kids Helping Kids and Old Bethpage resident Bob Eslick for inspiring young people to give back to their community and helping make this park a vibrant destination for generations to come.”

The Town of Oyster Bay recently unveiled improvements to a parklet on Locust Avenue in Old Bethpage.

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Upcoming Events at the Jericho Public Library

Friday, July 10

10:00 a.m.: Paint Workshop with Madhumita Sen: Star-Spangled Flamingo

Join us for a fun, beginner-friendly acrylic painting class as we create a vibrant patriotic flamingo surrounded by sparkling fireworks and a festive red, white, and blue night sky. Learn blending, layering, and expressive brushstroke techniques while creating a unique summer-inspired masterpiece. All materials provided. $5.00 per person; non refundable.

Fridays, beginning July 10

1:00 p.m.: Beginner American Mahjong with Randee

Discover the fun and strategy of American Mahjong in a welcoming, beginner-friendly class! Learn the rules, tiles, Charleston, and winning hands using the official 2026 National Mahjong League card. Whether you’re completely new to the game or looking to build confidence and sharpen your skills, this class offers step-by-step instruction, guided practice, and plenty of opportunities to play. Come meet new people, exercise your mind, and enjoy one America’s most beloved social games. Please bring your 2026 Mahjong card and your own Mahjong sets. $20 per person; non refundable.

4:00 p.m.: Lego Buddies (Grades K–4)

Build a Lego creation with the help of teen volunteers. Teens will assist kids in creating Lego structures that display their creativity and ingenuity.

Saturday, July 11

10:30 a.m.: Itty Bitty Bookworms (Ages Birth to 30 Months)

Join us for this interactive program of rhymes, songs, stories, and more!

11:00 a.m.: Fossil Funhouse with Petra Puppets (For Children and Families)

Why do pterodactyls love ravioli? What's the number one tune on Prehistoric Clam Radio? How can you

stop a Sneezasaurus from sneezing? Kids uncover the answers, with a cast of goofy dinosaurs, funny fossils and mysterious hidden ravioli. Plus the phenomenal fossil fabricator, Zebraffasaurus and Jurassic Raptor Flea. Invite the whole family! Please register only one time per family, and indicate how many will be attending in your group.

11:00 a.m.: Walk-In Craft (Ages 4 and Up)

Come on in to the children's room and make a cute craft! Supplies will be available from 11:00 a.m. through 3:00 p.m., while supplies last. No registration necessary.

2:00 p.m.: Art Reception: The National League of American Pen Women

Founded in 1897, the National League of American Pen Women is a nonprofit organization that supports and promotes professional women in arts, letters, music, and allied professions. Join them at their art reception!

Monday, July 13

2:00 p.m.: Hybrid Art Lecture: Gardens of Earthly Delight with Mary Maguire

We will start off marveling at the iconic “Garden of Earthly Delight” by Hieronymus Bosch. Then we will drift off into delightful gardens created by other artists, who captured on canvas gardens that we are still able to wander through today. On the list will be Villa d’Este, Versailles, Paris’ Parc Monceau, the Jardin du Luxembourg, The Gardens of Sorolla’s Home, Kew Gardens, Giverny, Keukenhof Gardens, and the Butchart Gardens in Canada. Lots of beauty for us to explore - but it will also be, oh! so easy! on our feet!

4:30 p.m.: Adventures in Art: Happy Birthday America! (Grades 1–6)

Celebrate the USA’s 250th anniversary by discovering iconic American paintings, then create your own festive art to take home.

6:30 p.m.: Teens: Adventures in Art: Art in America

Explore the work of American pop artist Keith Haring, including his We The Youth mural and CityKids Speak on Liberty banner, then create your own art inspired by his.

Tuesday, July 14

4:30 p.m.: Comparative Planetology: Exploring Worlds Near and Far (Grades 1–6)

Join us as we look at images of features on other worlds and compare them to similar features on Earth to better understand both worlds better. This program will be broadcast LIVE to our theater from Cornell University's Spacecraft Planetary Image Facility.

Wednesday, July 15

10:15 a.m.: Baby Start (Ages Birth–7 Months)

This interactive parent-child class features music, movement, circle time, and early literacy development for babies and toddlers.

11:00 a.m.: Preschool Readiness (Ages 18 Months–5 Years)

A fun and fast-paced school readiness program that focuses on fine and gross motor development, literacy skills, and socialization.

5:00 p.m.: Teens: Escape the Box: The Privateer’s Secret

Can you solve the mystery before time runs out? Step into history and uncover clues left by Enoch Conklin, a daring Long Island privateer during the War of 1812. Use artifacts, maps, and hidden codes to unlock the secrets of the sea!

6:30 p.m.: Needle Felted Jellyfish with the Whaling Museum

Dive into the mesmerizing world of jellyfish. Using needle felting, craft a soft, colorful, one-of-a-kind jellyfish sculpture while discovering fascinating facts about these ethereal ocean creatures. Bring your creation and a touch of the sea home with you. $5.00 per person, non-refundable.

Thursday, July 16

10:30 a.m.: Mini Masters: Andy Warhol (Ages 3 to 5 Years)

Three to five-year-olds and their caregivers will have fun exploring famous artworks and making their own art in this program designed especially to support early childhood learning. Caregiver must attend with child.

2:00pm Book to Film Discussion: “It Ends with Us” by Colleen Hoover Watch the film “It Ends With Us”, then join Reference Librarian Lisa J. for a brief discussion and comparison to the book by Colleen Hoover. Copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk.

4:00 p.m.: Living with the Wildlife of Long Island (Grades K–5) Meet some of the Wildlife Center of Long Island’s ambassador animals, including a turtle, a mammal, and a raptor that call Long Island home. Learn about the important roles these animals play in our local ecosystem. Find out why these animals came to the Wildlife Center and discover ways you can help protect and support wildlife in your own community.

Friday, July 17

10:30 a.m.: Tuney Tots Music and Movement (Ages 18 to 36 Months) Join us for this high energy music & movement program using lots of colorful props with little ones favorite tunes while learning about colors, numbers, shapes, body awareness, and more! 2:00 p.m.: VIRTUAL: Great Performers: Tom Hanks, Extraordinary Ordinary with Marc Courtade

Tom Hanks is one of the most popular and recognizable film stars who is regarded as an American cultural icon. He has had major success in both comic and dramatic roles, earning two Academy Awards as Best Actor. Primarily known for film work, Hanks has also had success on stage and in television, and has produced and directed as well as acted. Approaching 70, Hanks remans a major force in the world of entertainment, and has been called “America’s Dad” for his ability to play an ordinary and fundamentally good human being.

4:00 p.m.: Mad Science of Long Island: Living in Space (Grades K–5)

Experience the life of an astronaut as you suit up for space flight! Use teamwork to complete an important space mission, build a model space station and bring home a “Mad Science Spacewalk Mission.”

Non-residents may register beginning 2 weeks before each program.

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Syosset Library Artist of the Month

Andrea K. Papson, Syosset Library July Artist of the Month, is a contemporary abstract artist known for her dynamic, layered compositions created with acrylic paint, acrylic inks, and luminous gold leaf. Her work explores movement, contrast, and emotional resonance, drawing inspiration from both natural forms and curated interior spaces. “Fluid motion and controlled dispersion create compositions that feel organic yet intentional,” she says. “While some works carry a soft, floral sensibility, others lean into bold, modern abstraction with striking contrast and dimensional depth.”

Ms. Papson is a Syosset native. She earned a Master of Business Administration from Hofstra University and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from New York University, and worked in health care for more than 15 years. “Growing up in Syosset, the library was a place that inspired my curiosity and creativity,” she says. “This exhibition is a return

to my hometown—sharing my work with the community that has always been home.” Working across a range of scales—from intimate works to large statement panels— Ms. Papson creates pieces that are visually impactful yet refined. Her style moves fluidly between ethereal and bold, minimal, and richly layered, allowing each collection to feel distinct while remaining cohesive. The result is a body of work that elevates contemporary spaces while inviting personal interpretation and connection. Selections will be on display in the Syosset Library Gallery through July. A reception is planned for Thursday, July 16, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Lite bites and beverages will be served. All are invited.

Syosset Library is located at 225 South Oyster Bay Road in Syosset. For more information about programs, services, and hours, call 516921-7161, or visit the library or the website at www.syossetlibrary.org.

Andrea K. Papson with some of her works.

This Week at the Syosset Public Library

Burns Ave. dedicates Little Lending Library

Friday, July 10, at 10:00 a.m.

Simply Stronger with Balance (VIRTUAL)

Instructor: Mindy Vasta

Handheld weights, resistance bands and balls will help improve strength, flexibility, and coordination. Includes a balance segment to enhance posture, core strength, and proper alignment of muscle groups. Exercises can be performed sitting or standing. Equipment recommended but not required. Registration needed. Register at syossetlibrary.org. The Zoom link will be sent out once you register.

Friday, July 10, at 2:00 p.m.

Friday Movie at the Library (IN-PERSON)

Join us for a movie at the library. Check our website for the movie that will be shown. Go to syossetlibrary. org.

Monday, July 13, from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m.

Card & Board Games (IN-PERSON)

Bring a game to play with your friends for the afternoon. Play canasta, Mah Jongg (must have table covering), or a board game. Rooms will be set up with tables and chairs. You will need to bring your own game and playing partners. No registration needed.

Tuesday, July 14, at 11:00 a.m.

Morning Mystery Book Discussion (IN-PERSON)

Join Sonia Grgas, Reference Librarian, at the library for a discussion of the New York Times bestselling Cal Hooper series starter, “The Searcher” by Tana French. Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desk one month before the discussion. No registration needed.

Tuesday, July 14, at 11:30 a.m.

Mind in Movement (VIRTUAL)

Instructor: Mindy Vasta

This class is designed to utilize our thinking and coordination skills as we segment through cardiovascular and strength exercises. There will be changes in timing and repetitions as we move through the class. All movements can be performed sitting or standing. Registration needed. Register at syossetlibrary.org. The Zoom link will be sent out once you register.

Tuesday, July 14, at 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday Trivia Nights! (At Salute in Plainview)

Join us at Salute in the Plainview Shopping Center and get ready to put your wits to the test and your drinks to the side (for just a second) – it’s bar trivia night! Your chance to flex your knowledge, compete with friends, and win epic bragging rights. Whether you’re a pop culture guru, a sports fanatic, or just here for the fun, there’s something for everyone. Grab your team, grab a drink, and let the trivia games begin. Gift card prizes will be given to the first place and second place winners of each round. Registration needed. Register at syossetlibrary.org.

Thursday, July 16, at 7:00 p.m.

Writing Workshop:

Self Publishing 101 (VIRTUAL)

Presenter: Erin Coughlin, award-nominated writer and producer, and author of “Pop and Fizz’s Double Feature Movie Night Guide”

Learn more about the different ways that you can self publish your original content. Find out the advantages and disadvantages of publishing in different mediums. Get the information you need to figure out which publishing option is best for you. Registration needed. Register at syossetlibrary.org.

Friday, July 17, at 10:00 a.m.

Simply Stronger with Balance (VIRTUAL)

Instructor: Mindy Vasta

Friday, July 17, from 4:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Midsummer Night Market (IN-PERSON)

Join us for a magical menagerie of craft vendors, tasty treats, and music that will have you dancing in the moonlight.

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From classes to lectures and concerts to movie screenings, there's never a dull day at your local library! Check this paper each week for fun and informative all-ages activities, all for free or cheap!

Students, staff, and members of the Hicksville school community gathered near the front entrance of Burns Avenue School on June 23 to dedicate a Little Lending Library in memory of beloved reading teacher Ms. Mary Boland. Family members of Ms. Boland joined the ceremony and were present for the official opening of the standalone lending library, which will serve as a lasting tribute to her passion for reading and her dedication to inspiring young learners. Photo courtesy of Hicksville Public Schools

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Hempstead Town Councilman Dennis Dunne (right) attended the American Night and Bluegrass Band & BBQ on June 12 at Holy Innocence Knights of Columbus in Levittown.

WHAT DOES ‘HEALTH SYSTEM’ EVEN MEAN? IT MEANS A BIG DIFFERENCE FOR YOUR HEALTH.

A health system is more than a doctor. In our case, it’s 320+ locations with the exact same high standard of care. It’s integrated medical teams that achieve the best patient outcomes.

It’s leading the charge in medical discoveries. It’s the lowest mortality rates in the nation.

It’s being named #1 for quality care in the U.S. Our health system has the best doctors, and the best doctors are just the beginning.

Better health starts with a better health system.

BHS junior demonstrates award winning invention

BY GARY SIMEONE

Partap Sindhu, a junior at Bethpage High School, presented his award-winning project to the school board at their monthly June meeting. The project was nicknamed, “NeuroGait” and Sindhu demonstrated how the exoskeleton could read brainwave

“Unfortunately on the trip back from Phoenix, Arizona, where the Science Fair symposium was held, the exoskeleton was damaged in transit, so I presented to the board my photos of the project from the fair,” said Sindhu. “I showed them it’s capabilities from reading brainwaves to predict movement and how its helpful to those with lower limb impairments regain their mobility.”

He explained that NeuroGait is a robotic exoskeleton designed to help people with lower-body impairments regain movement using their brain signals. The system uses a novel headset capable of collecting live brain signal data and a unique AI algorithm to predict what movement a patient is thinking about.

“I developed the idea because I saw that current aids for patients with lower limb mobility impairments were

either ineffective or too expensive to be used. I decided to create a novel connection between the human brain and a machine to solve this problem along with a low cost 3D print of an exoskeleton.”

The Science fair that he attended in Arizona was the prestigious ISEF (International Science and Engineering Fair) which is one of the largest pre collegiate science fairs in the world consisting of over seventy countries.

Sindhu placed 2nd in the Robotics and Intelligent Machines category, 2nd place Special award from the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), and certificate of honorable mention from The International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE.)

“I have always been interested in engineering as far back as I can remember,” said Sindhu. “always enjoyed figuring out how things work and using that curiosity to solve real-world problems. I wanted to use my engineering background to solve this problem by creating a device that could help people with mobility challenges regain more independence for themselves.”

Photos courtesy of Bethpage Union Free School District

presented his award-winning invention, “NeuroGait,”

Although the bulk of the exoskeleton was damaged in transit from Phoenix back to Long Island after ISEF, Partap brought the headset to the meeting and demonstrated its capabilities to board members firsthand.

HazMat Collection, Homeowners’ Cleanup Days

paint; outdoor gas grill propane tanks; photo chemicals; rechargeable and button batteries; small aerosol cans; smoke detectors; solvents; spot removers; thermostats; waste motor oil and antifreeze; and wood preservatives.

“Improperly disposing of products such as waste oil, oven cleaner or paint thinner could contaminate your water supply,” said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “Anything poured on the ground or put into cesspools, storm drains, or recharge systems can work

its way down to the aquifer or our waterways.”

Homeowners Cleanup Day –Saturday, July 25, & Saturday, August 22, from 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.: collects non-hazardous waste only, including: air conditioners; all e-waste; campers; boats and boat trailers (proof of ownership required - oil, gas, other fluids and batteries removed); clean, broken concrete; large metal items; propane tanks and propane torches; tires; and yard waste.

“With the start of spring, many residents begin to clean out their yards and may have large amounts of yard waste and other non-hazardous debris to dispose,” said Councilman Tom Hand. “Residents can bring items such as used tires, fence posts, clean broken concrete or yard waste to our Homeowners Cleanup.”

Free Paper Shredding ServicesSaturday, July 25, & Saturday, August 22, from 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.: provides residents an opportunity to

destroy unwanted documents in a safe and secure manner. Residents only, no businesses, can bring up to four bankers’ boxes of paper to the shredding program. The Town’s S.T.O.P. and Homeowners programs are open to residents within the Town’s Solid Waste Disposal District. Proof of residency is required. For more information, including a full list of what is accepted at these programs, visit www.oysterbaytown.com/ cleanup or call (516) 677-5848.

Bethpage High School junior Partap Sidhu

to the Board of Education at its June meeting.

Superintendent of Schools Dave Schneider, Partap Sidhu, Director of Science Chris Pollatos and Bethpage High School Principal Nick Jantz.

Bethpage schools take part in 250th celebration parade

The JFK Middle School marching band (pictured here) participated in the parade alongside the BHS marching band.

On July 3, the Bethpage Schools community joined a special parade to commemorate the 250th anniversary of our country's founding, marking a once-in-a-lifetime celebration. The parade culminated in downtown Bethpage and featured members of the local fire and police departments, the Bethpage Water District, two pipe bands, several local organizations and politicians, and a World War II veteran.

The parade began at Bethpage High School, proceeded down Broadway, and ended outside BK Sweeneys. A bandshell was set up outside the Campagne House, where the John F. Kennedy Middle School chorus performed throughout the parade. Marching in the parade were the Bethpage High School Band, the JFK

Band, the board of education and several administrators. Superintendent Dave Schneider served as master of ceremonies.

Despite the sweltering heat, Broadway was lined with local residents, all decked out in red, white, and blue, many waving flags as the parade passed by. Following the parade, Mr. Scheider introduced 105-year-old World War II veteran Dominick Critelli, who addressed the crowd and played an instrumental version of “The Star-Spangled Banner.”

Mr. Critelli spent 151 days in combat and earned several medals of honor, including one for flying fourteen missions behind enemy lines to deliver supplies to American troops.

Photos courtesy of Bethpage Union Free School District

Members of the Bethpage Union Free School District Board of Education

Several Bethpage administrators, including Charles Campagne, Principal Julianne Inghilterra, and JFK Principal Erin Hayes, marched in the parade.

Superintendent of Schools Dave Schneider served as master of ceremonies for the event.

marched in the parade, waving flags.

The JFK Middle School Chorus performed patriotic songs in the bandshell throughout the parade.

Count down to summer with end of year fun

Kindergarten students at Old Country Road School had an outdoor retelling of a favorite story and a craft activity.

As the countdown to summer break is underway, elementary students across Hicksville Public Schools are celebrating with a variety of fun-filled activities that showcase their school spirit while creating lasting mem -

ories with friends and classmates. From outdoor field days to spirited and themed events, Hicksville’s elementary schools have been buzzing with fun, laughter and school pride.

At Burns Avenue, East Street, Lee Avenue, and Woodland Elementary Schools, students participated in classic games and races at their respective field day.

Fork Lane School students voted on a special themed Spirit Week that included a Disney Day.

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Dutch Lane students enjoyed having fun on Carnival Day.

Photos courtesy of Hicksville Public Schools

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Long Island Staycation

Long Island is one of the best summer vacation places in the world. Here are ideas for a Long Island staycation:

Cradle of Aviation Museum celebrates Long Island’s crucial role in aviation and space exploration with eight galleries housing 75 historic air and spacecraft, tracing 100 years of aerospace development from early hot air balloons to an actual Apollo Lunar Module and famous aircraft designed on Long Island; JetBlue Sky Theater Planetarium and interactive STEM learning labs. (Charles Lindbergh Blvd, Garden City, NY 11530, 516-5724111, cradleofaviation.org).

American Airpower Museum, where you can roam among collection of historic aircraft and aviation artifacts and even take a flight on WWIIera planes and have a C-47 D-Day Living history flight experience (1230 New Hwy, Farmingdale, NY 11735, 631293-6398, www.americanairpowermuseum.com)

Nassau County Museum of Art (NCMA) is a premier art museum on historic 145-acre William Cullen Bryant Preserve, featuring major rotating exhibitions, sculpture park, formal gardens and nature trails. (One Museum Drive Roslyn Harbor, NY 11576(516) 484-9338info@nassaumuseum.org

Long Island Children’s Museum offers 14 hands-on, interactive exhibit galleries, a 140-seat theater and four classroom-size learning studios. (1 Davis Ave., Garden City, NY 11530 on Museum Row, 516-224-5800, www.licm. org)

Long Island Aquarium features interactive exhibits and experiences including The Living Coral Reef, Lost City of Atlantis Shark Exhibit, (book a Shark Dive and get in the water with them); Interactive Touch Tanks;

“Butterflies, Bugs & Bees” garden, sea lion shows, penguins, and river otters and Encounter Experiences (431 East Main Street, Riverhead NY 11901, 631.208.9200, www.longislandaquarium.com/)

Long Island Music, Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF), displays original musical instruments, famous awards, apparel, and memorabilia from among the 130 Long Island musicians and music industry executives inducted (97 Main St., Stony Brook, NY 11790, 631-689-5888, www.limusichalloffame.org).

Adventureland offers 30 rides, water attractions; indoor arcade, restaurant and entertainment (2245 Broad Hollow Road (RT. 110), Farmingdale, NY 11735, 631-694-6868, https://adventureland.us)

Jones Beach State Park, the 2,400acre jewel of Long Island, offers 6.5 miles of white-sand beach, miles-long boardwalk, Art-Deco era buildings; miniature golf, shuffleboard, basketball, corn hole, paddle tennis, table tennis and pickleball; pool swimming, sunbathing, bicycling, surfing, playgrounds and splash pad and Jones

Beach Energy & Nature Center Concerts at Northwell Health Theater and at boardwalk bandshell.

Explore, Discover Long Island History

Old Bethpage Village Restoration is a 209-acre living history museum that recreates a mid-19th-century American rural village, featuring 50 mid-1800s homes, inn, Methodist church, schoolhouse and general store, and costumed interpreters and special events (1303 Round Swamp Road, Old Bethpage, NY, oldbethpagevillagerestoration.org)

Sagamore Hill National Historic Site, President Theodore Roosevelt’s from 1885-1919. House Tours by advance reservation only (Recreation. gov) (20 Sagamore Hill Rd, Oyster Bay, NY 11771, 516 922-4788, www.nps.gov/ sahi/index.htm).

Gold Coast Mansions, castles, estates and gardens from the 1920s “Gold Coast” era:

Old Westbury Gardens, built in 1906, featuring Westbury House, former country home of John Shaffer Phipps now a museum, 70+ acres of

formal gardens and wooded pathways. Major exhibit, Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® Made with LEGO® bricks, through September 7. Details, tickets at: www.oldwestburygardens.org/ sean-kenneys-nature-connects, www. oldwestburygardens.org

Sands Point Preserve. a 216acre park on former Guggenheim Estate, with four historic mansions (Hempstead House, Falaise, Castle Gould and Mille Fleur), Phil Dejana Learning Center and 6 hiking trails. (127 Middle Neck Road, Sands Point, New York 11050, 516-571-7901, www. sandspointpreserveconservancy.org)

Also: Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park (440 Montauk Highway); Caumsett Historic State Park (25 Lloyd Harbor Road)); Oheka Castle (135 West Gate Drive); Planting Fields (1395 Planting Fields Road); Sagtikos Manor (677 West Montauk Hwy); Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum & Reichert Planetarium (180 Little Neck Road)

Lighthouses: Most iconic include Montauk Point Lighthouse 2000 Montauk Highway; Fire Island Lighthouse, eastern end of Robert Moses State Park (via Parking Field 5); Horton Point Lighthouse, 3575 Lighthouse Road in Southold; Long Beach Bar Lighthouse (“Bug Light”), off the coast of Orient Beach State Park; Orient Point Lighthouse, viewed via the Cross Sound Ferry or from Orient Point State Park.

For an America 250th adventure, follow the Long Island Heritage Trail (Route 25A) which President George Washington traveled in 1790 by horse-drawn carriage. (See: www. discoverlongisland.com/plan-yourtrip/famous-long-island/george-washingtons-spy-trail; www.discoverlongisland.com/longisland250)

For more ideas, see Discover Long Island, 877-386-6654, tourism@discoverlongisland.com discoverlongisland. com.

BY DENNIS MAMMANA

Week of July 12-18, 2026

I don’t know about you, but the last thing I want on a warm summer night is a cup of hot tea, yet that’s exactly what appears to be brewing in the southern sky just after dark this week.

During July evenings, we can find a couple of prominent star groupings in this area. You may be familiar with them: Sagittarius, the archer, and Scorpius, the scorpion.

Sagittarius is often depicted as a centaur, a mythical half-man and halfhorse from ancient Greek and Roman days, though it may have originated much earlier. The constellation seems to personify the Archer Nergal, a god of war found inscribed on ancient Sumerian cuneiform tablets. It’s even included as a “Horse’s Head” or “Horseman” in the 3,000-year-old zodiac of India, while the human part of the figure is depicted by a fan of lion’s tails owned by the wife of an Indian ruler.

Of course, you can search for a centaur or archer among the stars if you’d like, but if you’d prefer to save your sanity, forget about these ancient ideas and look instead for the outline of an old-fashioned teapot. Here you’ll find eight stars that trace its body, handle, lid and spout.

Check out the accompanying sky map, and you’ll find even more inter-

Finding the Celestial Teapot

esting figures. The teapot appears to be pouring tea into a cup outlined by the curving tail of Scorpius, the scorpion. To the left of the teapot, you’ll find a small sugar spoon, and below it a nice slice of lemon formed by the southern star grouping Corona Australis, the Southern Crown.

And if you’re viewing the sky far from city lights, you’ll see a hazy cloud of “vapor” billowing upward from the teapot’s spout. This is the Milky Way that seems to rise out of the southern horizon and stretch completely across the sky to the north.

The section of the Milky Way just above the teapot’s spout marks the direction of our galaxy’s center. Of course, no one can see the core directly because of all the gobs of interstellar material filling the nearly 26,000 lightyears that separate us from it, but astronomers know that it’s home to a supermassive black hole they’ve named Sagittarius A* (the A* is pronounced AY-star).

You’ll surely notice that the Milky Way is not uniform in brightness but is mottled with dark rifts known to astronomers as giant molecular clouds, or GMCs. These are massive clouds of interstellar material inside of which new stars and planetary systems are being formed.

Scan binoculars along the Milky Way on a clear, dark night, and you’ll

A couple of prominent star groupings are visible in the southern night sky this month.

be impressed by all you can see. This will reveal not only countless stars invisible to the eye but dozens of deepsky objects, or “faint fuzzies,” as astronomers like to call them; these include star clusters and gaseous nebulae. All will appear as small, hazy smudges of light, and if you’ve got a small tele-

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scope, aim it toward them for an even closer and more impressive view. Now, I’m still not in the mood for hot tea on a warm summer night ... but a glass of iced tea? That I’ll take!

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BY TRACY BECKERMAN

“We got an invitation to something,” I said to my husband as I opened the elegant beige envelope with our names handwritten in calligraphy.

“What is it?” he wondered aloud.

I scanned the invitation. “It’s a dinner party for John and Cheryl’s anniversary,” I said. I read over the rest of the invite and groaned.

“What?”

“The dress is ‘fancy casual.’”

“What the heck is fancy casual?” he asked. “You can’t be fancy and casual at the same time. That’s an oxymoron. It’s like jumbo shrimp.”

I shook my head. This was a new one to me too. In the past, dress for events was usually either black tie, black tie optional, semiformal, casual or business casual. But lately it seemed a whole new group of dress codes had cropped up that left us in a clothing stupor. We’d been invited to a desti-

nation wedding where the dress was “beachy black tie,” a bridal shower where the dress was “fun and flirty,” and a 60th birthday party for a guy who liked to sail where the dress was “yacht formal.”

“I don’t get it,” my husband had said to me at the time. “Should I go rent a ship captain’s uniform?”

“Maybe a pirate costume,” I responded.

“That’s probably not formal enough,” he said.

“Well, you could wear a bowtie that matches your eyepatch,” I had suggested.

Now we had the dilemma of fancy casual, and I was no more certain of what to wear than I was at the time we got an invitation and the dress code was “smart casual.” I assumed that meant, at the very least, that I had to wear my eyeglasses and carry my diploma.

“So for fancy casual, do you think that means a tuxedo top with khakis?”

my husband asked me.

“I was thinking a little black dress with sneakers for me,” I said. “I’m just not sure if I should go with standard or high-tops.”

“This is ridiculous,” he finally said. “I don’t understand why people have to make up these stupid dress codes. It’s so pretentious. If I get it wrong, are they going to ban me from the party?”

I promised him that I would help him figure out something in his wardrobe that would work for fancy casual so we didn’t show up looking either unfancy or too casual.

“You know what, on second thought, I’m actually fine with all of this,” he said with a sudden change of heart.

“You are?”

“Yes. I just realized it could be a lot worse,” he replied.

“How?” I asked.

“If the dress code was ‘clothing optional.’”

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How Artificial Intelligence is Reshaping Real Estate

I hope everyone had an enjoyable, fun and relaxing July 4th and Celebrated our 250th Anniversary with family and friends!

Not long ago, artificial intelligence seemed like something reserved for science fiction movies or Silicon Valley laboratories. Today, it’s quietly becoming part of everyday life. We ask AI to write emails, organize schedules, answer questions, edit photos, and even help diagnose illnesses. The workplace is changing faster than at any point since the arrival of the internet.

Real estate, however, has always been a relationship business. Buying or selling a home is one of the largest financial and emotional decisions most people will ever make. While AI is transforming nearly every aspect of the industry, one question continues to surface:

Will artificial intelligence replace real estate professionals?

The short answer is no.

The better answer is that AI won’t replace great Realtors—but Realtors who effectively use AI may replace those who don’t.

The future of work in real estate isn’t about humans versus machines. It’s about humans working alongside intelligent technology to deliver faster service, better information, and a more personalized experience.

The Administrative Revolution

The biggest immediate impact of AI isn’t selling homes—it’s eliminating repetitive work.

Real estate professionals spend countless hours answering emails, scheduling appointments, preparing marketing materials, updating databases, writing property descriptions, creating social media posts, and organizing paperwork.

AI can now complete many of these tasks in seconds.

Instead of spending three hours writing marketing copy, an agent can create a polished first draft in minutes.

Instead of manually responding to dozens of common inquiries, AI chat assistants can answer questions 24 hours a day.

Rather than searching through hundreds of documents, AI can summarize contracts, identify missing information, and organize transaction files.

The result?

Agents spend less time behind a computer and more time doing what clients actually hire them to do: negotiating, advising, solving problems, and building trust.

Smarter Buyers

Today’s buyers are becoming increasingly sophisticated.

AI-powered search tools can now analyze thousands of listings based on far more than bedrooms and bathrooms.

Imagine searching for a home by asking:

BY PHILIP A. RAICES

“Find me neighborhoods with excellent schools, lower flood risk, walkable downtowns, strong appreciation potential, and homes with enough room for a home office under $900,000.”

Instead of sorting through hundreds of listings manually, AI can narrow the choices almost instantly.

As these systems become more advanced, buyers will arrive at showings better informed than ever before.

That means Realtors must provide something AI cannot.

Local expertise.

Neighborhood insight.

Market interpretation.

Negotiation strategy.

Emotional guidance.

Technology can identify possibilities.

Experience identifies the best decision.

Sellers Will Gain Bette

Pricing Intelligence

Pricing a home has always involved comparable sales, market knowledge, and professional judgment.

AI is beginning to enhance all three.

Rather than simply comparing similar homes, advanced models analyze seasonal trends, neighborhood demand, mortgage rates, buyer activity, school enrollment patterns, economic indicators, inventory levels, renovation costs, commute times, and even consumer sentiment.

This doesn’t mean computers magically know the perfect listing price.

Markets remain unpredictable because people remain unpredictable. However, pricing recommendations will become increasingly data-driven, allowing sellers to make more informed decisions while reducing costly pricing mistakes.

Virtual Marketing Is Becoming Hyper-Personalized

Marketing a property is no longer just photography and brochures.

AI now helps create:

• Personalized property videos

• Multiple advertising versions for

different audiences

• Virtual staging

• Interactive floor plans

• AI-generated neighborhood guides

• Customized email campaigns

• Multilingual marketing materials

• Targeted social media advertising

A luxury waterfront buyer and a first-time homebuyer may see completely different presentations of the exact same property because AI tailors marketing to each audience.

Instead of replacing creativity, AI amplifies it.

The Rise of Predictive Real Estate

Perhaps the most fascinating development is predictive analytics.

AI is increasingly capable of identifying homeowners who may be considering selling before they ever contact an agent.

By analyzing publicly available data—including ownership length, demographic trends, mortgage information, life events, and market conditions—AI can estimate which households may enter the market in the near future.

For brokers and agents, this could fundamentally change lead generation.

Rather than casting a wide net through expensive advertising, professionals may focus their efforts on homeowners who are statistically more likely to move.

Of course, these technologies must be used responsibly and respectfully, balancing innovation with privacy considerations.

Remote Work Continues to Shape Housing

The workplace itself is changing.

While some companies have encouraged employees back to the office, hybrid work appears to be here to stay.

Many families now prioritize:

• Dedicated home offices

• Flexible living spaces

• Larger homes

• Outdoor areas

• Faster internet infrastructure

• Shorter commuting flexibility

This shift has expanded buyer preferences beyond traditional commuting patterns.

People increasingly ask not only, “How far is the office?” but also, “Can I comfortably work from home three days a week?”

That subtle change continues influencing housing demand across suburban communities, including many

areas throughout Long Island.

AI Will Never Replace Human Judgment

Despite all its capabilities, AI has limitations.

It doesn’t attend home inspections.

It doesn’t negotiate after a difficult appraisal.

It doesn’t calm nervous first-time buyers.

It doesn’t recognize family dynamics during an emotional downsizing.

It doesn’t notice subtle neighborhood characteristics that never appear in data.

It cannot replace empathy.

Buying and selling homes remains deeply personal.

Families celebrate new beginnings.

Parents worry about schools.

Retirees leave homes filled with decades of memories.

Investors evaluate financial risk. No algorithm fully understands those emotions.

People don’t simply purchase square footage.

They purchase lifestyles, dreams, security, and opportunity.

The Skills That Will Matter Most

Ironically, as technology becomes more intelligent, the most valuable human skills become even more important.

Future real estate professionals will succeed because they excel at:

• Communication

• Negotiation

• Emotional intelligence

• Problem-solving

• Creativity

• Community knowledge

• Trustworthiness

• Ethical decision-making AI can produce information. Humans create confidence. That distinction may become the industry’s greatest competitive advantage.

Looking Ahead

Every major technological revolution has sparked fears about job loss. The telephone didn’t eliminate salespeople.

The internet didn’t eliminate Realtors.

Smartphones didn’t eliminate customer service.

Instead, each innovation transformed how professionals worked. Artificial intelligence represents the next chapter.

Those who embrace it will likely become more productive, more

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Government Health Care: A Before and After Story

BY TOM MARGENAU

I recently got a new knee. Or to be precise, I got my second new knee. About 14 years ago, I was limping around like an old man. X-rays showed the cartilage on half of my right knee was gone. So I had that “bone on bone” problem that lots of old people face. Doctors said I should get just half of my right knee replaced because the other half was just fine. So that’s what happened back in about 2012.

But they warned me that the cartilage in the other half of my right knee would probably wear away eventually. And eventually turned out to be about 3 months ago. So that’s why a couple of weeks ago I was back in the hospital. This time, the doctors took out that 14-year-old half knee and gave me a brand new whole complete knee.

But I’m not writing this column to share my boring medical history with you. Instead, I’m writing this column to share some views about how our attitudes toward government health care have evolved over the years.

As you might guess, my recent medical procedures will end up costing many tens of thousands of dollars. But I’m really not all that concerned because the combination of Medicare and civil service health coverage I have will essentially pick up all those costs. And that got me thinking about some experiences I had about 50 years ago, shortly after I started working for the Social Security Administration.

Back in about 1975, a couple of years after I was hired by the SSA to work in one of their local field offices in the farm country of central Illinois, I was assigned to clean out an office storeroom. As part of that effort, I came across a stash of yellowing public information materials: things like old pamphlets and brochures dating back to the early days of the Social Security and Medicare programs.

There were also some dusty 16mm movie reels that contained public information films intended to be used as educational materials to supplement speeches or other presentations that the SSA’s public affairs employees would make to various community groups and organizations.

Luckily, I also found an old movie projector in this storeroom. I was pleased with that because I really wanted to watch some of the old PR films, mostly because of a fascination I had developed early in my career with the history of Social Security. But I must admit I also figured I might get a bit of a chuckle out of the old-fashioned film techniques and maybe the hackneyed messages the movies would contain.

I wasn’t disappointed in either case when I watched one film from the early 1950s that showed an elderly couple all dressed up in their “Sunday best” -- a suit and tie for the husband and a dress and heels for the wife -- going to their local Social Security office to sign up for that new-fangled government program called Social Security. Contrast that with my

Social Security-filing experience not all that long ago, when I nonchalantly sat at my computer in my pajamas to apply for benefits!

But it was another government PR movie that I found even more fascinating. It was a film called “Welcome to Medicare -- 1966.” It was a movie produced by the SSA to introduce the American people to the then brand-new Medicare program. It told the story of an aging farm couple from Iowa. The husband, probably in his late 60s, had a heart attack and was rushed to the hospital. After learning that her husband would be OK but would require extensive hospitalization, which quickly used up what little health insurance they had, there was a scene in which his wife was talking to the doctors. She said something like this: “I want you to make sure Elmer gets the best care possible. And don’t worry, I’m going to go home and sell the farm so that we will be able to pay all of these hospital expenses.”

And then we got to the pitch for the new Medicare program. One of the doctors tells her, “Oh you won’t have to concern yourself with that Mildred, for you see, the government has a brand new program called Medicare, and it’s going to pay most of Elmer’s bills. Why, you’ll just have to pay a small deductible out of your own pocket, and that’s all. So you’ll be able to keep the farm and once we get Elmer up and around again, he can go back to raising those fine hogs of his.”

Mildred had the last line in the movie: “Thank God for the government and this wonderful new Medicare program!” Fade to black.

And it just so happened that the very evening following my storeroom cleaning stint and viewing the old Medicare movie, I was watching TV at home with my wife. A commercial came on promoting a Medicare supplement plan. It featured several obviously well-to-do men playing golf.

As a guy was getting ready to putt, one of his colleagues asked about his recent gallbladder surgery. “Oh, I’m doing just great,” he said, “but I tell you, I’m kind of ticked off because that darn government Medicare program stiffed me with part of the bill. Why, I had to pay $100 out of my own pocket!” And that led to a pitch from one of the other golfers for the Medicare supplement plan that would have picked up those extra expenses not paid by Medicare.

Now I totally understand that both the old movie and the TV commercial I watched were fiction. But I think their messages did reflect the tenor of the times. And here is what struck me. I was amazed at how people’s expectations of their government had changed so dramatically in just a few years. In 1965, we had a woman who was willing to sell the farm in order to pay her husband’s hospital bill. And ten years later, we had a rich guy on a golf course griping because the government was forcing him to cough up a measly

hundred bucks out of his own pocket to pay for his hospital stay!

And also contrast that corny pro-government Medicare movie message with today’s ever-so-cynical anti-government health care mood that seems to envelop this country. As the Social Security and Medicare programs face a funding crunch, I’m reminded that so many Americans love all the benefits provided by Social Security and Medicare, as long as they don’t have to pay too much for them. (Social Security and Medicare taxes haven’t

increased in over 40 years!)

If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has two books with all the answers. One is called “Social Security -Simple and Smart: 10 Easy-to-Understand Fact Sheets That Will Answer All Your Questions About Social Security.” The other is “Social Security: 100 Myths and 100 Facts.” You can find the books at Amazon. com or other book outlets. Or you can send him an email at thomas.margenau@comcast.net.

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With book clubs, variety is the spice of life

BY CLAIRE LYNCH

Getting together for book club meetings is a fun thing to do every month. The group I go to meets at the public library even during the summer so we’ve got some air conditioning as we discuss the book at hand.

Last month it was a historical fiction novel called “The Briar Club” by Kate Quinn. Published in 2024, the novel is about a group of women living in an old boardinghouse in the 1950s in Washington, D.C. The house is owned and operated by Mrs. Neilsen and her two children also live there. A new tenant named Grace March is friendly and she gets everyone together for Thursday night dinners.

They get to know each other better but it turns out that Grace March has a secret of her own. And there is some paranoia in this story because it’s set during the McCarthy years. Each person wonders, what’s her story? Behind the white picket fences there is a murder and the ultimate question is, who dunit?

The storyline wasn’t my favorite but I had to admit it was well written and each character came to life so overall the book held my interest.

My friend, Angela, mentioned the book “A Happier Life” by Kristy Woodson Harvey because she liked it. She recommends that our book club read it at some point in the future. The novel has two stories going at once told from two different points of view.

It’s about a young lady named Keaton

Smith who wants a change of pace from her everyday life so when her mother needs to send someone to list her childhood house in Beaufort, NC, on the market, Keaton is happy to do it. She just didn’t know that the house existed.

When she gets into the house on Sunset Lane that had been abandoned long before, Keaton discovers some secrets about the grandparents she’d never met. They’d died before she was born.

As she goes about sprucing up the house Keaton gets to know her nextdoor neighbor, his 10-year-old son and the various personalities who are her neighbors in town.

The story cuts away to Rebecca “Becks” Saint James who in 1976 was known as the best hostess in North Carolina. She and husband Townsend invite people to their annual summertime dinners and they are well known for not just the dinners but for their historic Victorian house built around 1903.

What happened to them in 1976 has truly been a mystery and when Keaton hears about this, her curiosity is piqued. The novel is a page turner, and Angela tells the group it’s well worth reading.

My friend, Lauren, jumped in and said she heard the book “A Happier Life” is being made into a movie and she confessed that sometimes she prefers watching the movie as opposed to sitting down and reading the book.

“You figure in less than two hours you can see the film on the big screen and know exactly how the story goes,” Lauren said. “Sometimes I’m lazy and

the truth is that having a snack and enjoying the movie with family or friends is more entertaining. In novels, often the story is too tedious. ‘Jurassic Park’ is a good example. The movie was much more palatable. And that, in my opinion, is why sometimes movies reign supreme.”

We all laughed at how Lauren described her appreciation (or lack of it) for books and movies and a few people agreed with her. Matt said the library has a movie club for movie buffs but Lauren said of course certain books and authors will always be near and dear to her heart.

I said author Marie Benedict always tells a good story - usually historical fiction - but the moderator jumped in and noted we have a list to follow for the year. Next year’s book list is up for discussion but we all agreed that balancing fiction books with non-fiction, mysteries, historical fiction, science fiction and some memoirs would be great. Variety is the spice of life.

Another book club member named Matt spoke up saying how he would like to read some science fiction and fantasy books and one of his favorite authors is Andy Weir. That’s the genre Weir likes and sticks to. He wrote “The Martian,” out in 2011 about an astronaut stranded on Mars who relies on science, botany and engineering to survive and “Project Hail Mary,” published in 2021.

“Project Hail Mary” was made into a movie in 2026 and stars Ryan Gosling as the lead character. He plays a lone astronaut named Ryland Grace, a

teacher and former biologist who wakes up with amnesia aboard a spacecraft. He uses science to save humanity from a microscopic threat.

Sandra Huller plays Eva Stratt, the cold, authoritative government official and head of the Petrova Task Force who recruits Ryland Grace for the mission. The science fiction aficionados in my book club liked the idea of reading “Project Hail Mary” but my group of 30 people only has three or four science fiction lovers so we passed on “Project Hail Mary.” I heard them talking after the meeting about how Ryan Gosling is perfect for playing the film’s lead character.

What makes for a good story? A great plot, a good setting, realistic dialogue or excellent character delineation? If you can get all four things in one book that’s great.

How vividly is the character described and how plausible are the traits ascribed to that person? Is it someone relatable or someone unlikable? Are there conflicts or is everything smooth sailing in the story? Some people like lots of action and adventure in the books they read and others prefer soothing stories that make for good perusing before bedtime.

Book clubs are a good way to meet people I wouldn’t meet otherwise - usually people from my community but sometimes the regular members bring their friends, spouses or siblings so there’s always new personalities. You never know what they’re going to say.

informed, and more responsive to their clients.

Those who resist it may find themselves competing against professionals who simply deliver a better customer experience.

For consumers, that’s encouraging news. Transactions should become faster. Information should become clearer. Marketing should become more effective.

Service should become more personalized.

The future of real estate isn’t about replacing people with technology. It’s about using technology to make people better at what they do best.

As AI continues to reshape the workplace, one truth remains unchanged.

Real estate has always been—and will continue to be—a people business.

Technology may open the door.

But it’s still trust, experience, and human connection that help people walk through it.

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Grill up a popular game day staple

Grilled Honey and Sesame Seed Chicken Wings

Food features prominently when gathering for a game watch or tailgating outside the stadium of your favorite team. Perhaps no food is more synonymous with game day than chicken wings. When firing up

1⁄2 cup dark soy sauce

1 tablespoon fresh ginger root, peeled and minced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon chili paste

the grill for the game this season, fans can look to this tasty recipe for “Grilled Honey and Sesame Seed Chicken Wings” from Lines+Angles. Makes 4 servings

2 pounds chicken wings, tips removed, wings separated into drumettes and flats

1) Preheat a gas or charcoal grill to a moderate heat, about 375° F.

2) Stir together the soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and chili paste in a large mixing bowl. Add the chicken, turning to coat, and let marinate for 15 minutes.

3) Spray the grill with cooking spray and then arrange the chicken on it in a single layer. Cover the grill with a lid and cook, turning often, until golden brown, about 10 to 15 minutes.

4) Whisk together the honey

1⁄2 cup honey

2 teaspoons hoisin sauce

2 tablespoons sesame seeds, lightly toasted

1 scallion, sliced

and hoisin in a small bowl and baste the chicken wings with the sauce. Cover with a lid and cook until caramelized, about 3 minutes.

5) Turn the wings and baste with more honey sauce. Cook uncovered for a further 2 to 3 minutes, taking care not to scorch them.

6) Transfer the wings to a platter and garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and some sliced scallion. Serve with any remaining honey sauce on the side.