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Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino recently participated in the Special Olympics New York Polar Plunge, held annually at TOBAY Beach to benefit Special Olympics New York. All funds raised at the event support Special Olympics New York’s programs and promote awareness of people living with intellectual disabilities in New York. Supervisor Saladino was joined at this great cause by Town Councilwoman Michele Johnson, Receiver of Taxes Jeff Pravato, Assemblyman Mike Durso, North Hempstead Supervisor Jen DeSena, Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder and Legislator Steve Rhoads.

Ribbon cutting at Syosset rehab BY RIKKI MASSAND Last November Ivy Rehab clinic opened in Muttontown Plaza at 224 West Jericho Turnpike in Syosset. On March 10, the Syosset Woodbury Chamber of Commerce gathered with Ivy Rehab’s staff for a ribbon-cutting and grand opening ceremony at

the new location. The grand opening event featured welcoming remarks from Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino, who attended along with Town Economic Development Deputy Commissioner James McCaffrey. Neighboring family-owned business Mara’s Southern Kitchen

catered the event. Dr. Nicole Sorrentino, clinic director and physical therapist at the Syosset Ivy Rehab location, said the first real introductions to Syosset and Woodbury that she and her team received came during the 2021 Syosset Street Fair. From Ivy See page 13

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The Town of Oyster Bay invites residents to participate in the Spring Beach Cleanup and Marine Education Expo, scheduled for April 16 at the Town’s north shore beaches. The event, held rain or shine, is co-sponsored by Friends of the Bay. Beach cleanup volunteers – including individuals, groups, families and friends – should meet at Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park (off Larrabee Avenue in Oyster Bay) beginning at 9 a.m. “This great environmental cleanup initiative features volun-

teers and Town employees rolling up their sleeves and working side-by-side to remove litter and debris from the beaches and shoreline along our north shore,” Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino said. “We invite residents of all ages to pitch in and help make a difference in our community! This year’s event will also feature new activities, exhibitions and a scavenger hunt for kids.” Volunteers are invited to participate in the cleanup, which will run See page 13

DWI arrest in fatal motorcycle crash Nassau County Police arrested a Forest Hills, Queens, man for allegedly striking a motorcyclist and killing him while driving drunk. According to police, on Tuesday, March 15 at approximately 11:45 p.m. Jordan P. Solomon, 30, was operating a 2021 Kia K5 sedan heading westbound on Jericho Turnpike, when he struck a motorcyclist who was also heading westbound. Police say that Solomon did not

remain at the scene. The motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. Police say that they located Solomon on Jericho Turnpike at the Long Island Expressway entrance when his vehicle became disabled. Solomon was charged with Driving While Intoxicated, Leaving the Scene of a Fatality, Vehicular Manslaughter in the 2nd Degree, Manslaughter in the 2nd Degree, and Assault in the 2nd Degree.

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Free home COVID tests available at Town Hall The Town of Oyster Bay has announced that at-home COVID test kits are being distributed to residents on a first come, first serve basis at Town Hall North in Oyster Bay and Town Hall South in Massapequa. Residents are invited to visit the Town Clerk’s Office Walkup Windows weekdays between 9:00 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino stated, “The Town of Oyster Bay recently received a limited number of at-home COVID-19 test kits to share with our residents. While the threat of COVID-19 has dwindled, we felt it was very important to immediately distribute these kits to the community on a first-come, first-serve basis so

you have them readily available in your home.” “We all know that testing is an essential component to combating COVID19,” Town Clerk LaMarca said. “These free at-home test kits should help make your life a little easier when feeling under the weather and wondering if you’ve been exposed to COVID. We’re happy to provide our residents with these kits to free-of-charge and wish you good health!” Town Clerk Richard LaMarca’s Walkup Windows are open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., Monday through Friday, at Town Hall North (54 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay) and Town Hall South (977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa).

Supermarket Bingo Last Hope Animal Rescue will be hosting a Supermarket Bingo night on Friday, April 1. Doors open at 6 p.m.. Bingo will be played from 7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. at Levittown Hall, 201 Levittown Parkway in Hicksville. All proceeds benefit Last Hope Animal Rescue programs. Bingo prizes will include a variety of supermarket gift cards including BJs, Costco, Stew Leonard and more. Admission includes one Bingo card (set of 4 games), dessert and coffee/tea at intermission. There will be a Basket Raffle, 50/50 and Lotto

Ticket Board. Additional cards, daubers, snacks, soda and hot dogs can be purchased separately at the event. Admission is $25 with limited seating. To purchase tickets online at www. lasthopeanimalrescue.org, go to the Homepage and use the designated PayPal link in Bingo blurb. No tickets will be mailed to you. Instead, your name will be on a list at the door. Or mail check to Last Hope, PO Box 7025, Wantagh, NY 11793 For more info, call 631-946-9528; 631332-6606

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To the Editor: Jericho Cares is a 501(c)3 non profit organization that started in August of 2020. Our mission is to assist families in need. We provide clothes, celebrate birthdays and holidays, and help with food insecurities and other basic supplies. Jericho Cares would like to formally thank the Jericho School District for their support. Denise Nash organized a toiletry drive for us with the teachers and staff, George A. Jackson Elementary School is participating in a cereal box domino challenge and will be donating the cereal boxes to us and the High School National Honor Society had a food drive for us. We have had so many

community members, staff, teachers and students reach out to us and ask how they can help. Experiencing the love and support that we have received has been wonderful and shows that Jericho is a great place to live and that Jericho does care. Thank you so much Mr. Grishman, Dr. Sherman, Central Administration, Board of Education, staff, teachers, students and community members. If you would like to know more about Jericho Cares and how you can help visit us at www.jerichocares.org or find us on social media. We are a network of kind hearted community members who are changing the world and doing it one family at a time. Fran O’Connor, President, Jericho Cares

Town announces sports programs for spring The Town of Oyster Bay invites residents to take part in Spring Athletic Programs for basketball, badminton, and volleyball, beginning on April 10 at the Hicksville Athletic Center. All athletic programs run for 10 weeks, are co-ed, and open to individuals 18 and over. “The Town’s athletic programs offer a great opportunity for residents to take to the court, improve their skills and make new friends,” said Town Councilman Steve Labriola. “These recreational programs are a great way to have fun and stay active, and I encourage residents to take advantage of these Town programs.” Basketball will be held on Thursdays from 9:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Saturdays from 8:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., and Sundays from 8:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., beginning on April 10, 2022. The Basketball program is 10 weeks long and costs $25 for residents and $40 for non-residents. Registration is at the Hicksville Athletic (167 Broadway, Hicksville) on March 14, March 15, and March 16 between the hours of 5:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Badminton will feature two sessions available for registrants to choose from. The first session consists of Tuesdays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m., Fridays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m., and Sundays from 6:10 p.m. to 8:10 p.m. Session 2 consists of Tuesdays from 10:15 p.m. to 11:35 p.m., Fridays from 10:15 p.m. to

11:35 p.m., and Sundays from 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The Badminton program is 10-weeks long and costs $75 for residents and $100 for non-residents, with the program scheduled to begin on April 10. Registration is at the Hicksville Athletic (167 Broadway, Hicksville) on March 14 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. and on March 15 & March 16 between the hours of 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.. Volleyball will also feature two available sessions to choose from. The first session will be held on Mondays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m.; Wednesdays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m.; and Saturdays from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The second session will take place on Mondays from 10:15 p.m. to 11:35 p.m., Wednesdays from 10:15 p.m. to 11:35 p.m., and Saturdays from 8:20 p.m. to 10:20 p.m. The volleyball program is 10 weeks long, costs residents $75 and $100 for non-residents, and is scheduled to begin on April 11. Registration is at the Hicksville Athletic (167 Broadway, Hicksville) on March 14 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and on March 15 and March 16 from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Proof of residency is required for the resident discount. The schedule is subject to change. If a session is cancelled, make-up day(s) will be attempted. For more information, or to inquire about special holiday scheduling, please call (516) 797-7945 or email tobparks@ oysterbay-ny.gov

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Five seniors from the Levittown Public School District have been selected as ambassadors for their high schools in the virtual New York Metro Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Seminar on June 5 and 6. Alex Gao and Kennedi Allison will represent Division Avenue High School, while Anastasia Angelakis, Edward Muro and David Silberger will represent General

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David Silberger “I have nerves, but they’re good nerves,” Kennedi said. “I’m super excited and nervous to be nominated.” “It’s an honor to represent Division,” Alex said. “It’s a fantastic opportunity to have our voices heard.” Photos courtesy of Levittown Public Schools

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Town offers one-stop passport weekend To help residents looking to obtain new passports, the Town of Oyster Bay will offer a special one-stop Passport Weekend on Saturday, April 2 and Sunday, April 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at both Town Hall North in Oyster Bay and Town Hall South in Massapequa. “Residents looking to apply for a new passport are invited to visit Town Hall during Passport Weekend to receive assistance in preparing their application,” said Town Clerk Richard LaMarca. “We can help you with organizing your documents, obtaining a photo and submitting the documents for approval.” Requirements for applying for a passport include: • One 2x2 color photograph with a clear view of the applicant’s face against a plain white or light colored background. Photos will also be available for $10 at both Town Halls North and South during Passport Weekend. • Proof of U.S. Citizenship – Previously issued undamaged U.S. passport, certified birth certificate, Consular Report of Birth Abroad or Certification of Birth, Naturalization

Certificate, or Certificate of Citizenship. • Proof of Identity – Naturalization Certificate, Valid Driver’s License (cannot have been issued or renewed in the last six months), Current Government ID (city, state or federal), Current Military ID (military and dependents). • This service does NOT apply to Adult Renewals unless your Passport is expired for 5+ years. Town Clerk LaMarca has offices located at Town Hall North, 54 Audrey Avenue in Oyster Bay and Town Hall South, 977 Hicksville Road in Massapequa. Passport appointments are available Monday through Friday, from 9:30am to 3:30pm, and during this special Passport Weekend. To make an appointment or for more information, contact the Office of Oyster Bay Town Clerk Richard LaMarca at (516) 624-6343 or email townclerk@oysterbay-ny.gov. For information on passport requirements and processing times, as well as instructions for passport renewals, visit www.travel.state.gov.

Paid internships available at Town of Oyster Bay The Town of Oyster Bay has announced the return of internship opportunities for college students who are looking to gain meaningful work experience through an internship program being offered by the Town for the 2022 summer season. “Internship give students an advantage over other job seekers when it comes to work readiness, and I am proud that the Town will once again provide that opportunity for our residents,” Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino said. “This internship program provides an invaluable opportunity for students to receive mentorship and supervision from experienced government professionals.” This federally-funded program compensates students at a rate of $18 an hour for work completed within various Town departments. Students will work 19.5 hours per week. The

program will operate June 2 through August 10. Funds have been granted to the Town by the Oyster Bay-North Hempstead-Glen Cove Workforce Development Board. This internship program offers college students the ability to gain worksite specific knowledge, learn departmental procedures, assist with general office duties and reports, develop an understanding of worksite specific projects and apply the knowledge gained to benefit the Town of Oyster Bay. College students interested in internship opportunities must apply by April 15. Applicants must submit a resume with their application, available at oysterbaytown.com/internship. Completed applications and resumes should be submitted to personnel@ oysterbay-ny.gov. For more information, please call (516) 624-6425 or email personnel@oysterbay-ny.gov.

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Chamber ensemble invited MacArthur senior selected for law academy to regional recital

Hicksville High School Chamber Ensemble (left to right) Eli Yoo, Matthew LaBarca, Aidan Aguirre and Shirley Joo.

General Douglas MacArthur High School senior Vincent J. D’Antone was selected to attend the National Academy of Law and Justice in Washington, D.C. Photos courtesy of Levittown Public Schools

Hicksville High School Chamber Ensemble with Mihai Marica, a world-class cellist and member of the Chamber Music Society. Congratulations to Hicksville Chamber Ensemble members Aidan Aguirre, Shirley Joo, Matthew LaBarca and Eli Yoo for their acceptance to the Long Island Regional Chamber Recital. The recital, recently held at Great Neck South High School, is sponsored by the Chamber Music Society at Lincoln Center through the Young Musicians Program. It showcased advanced-level chamber players from string, vocal and wind ensembles. Student ensembles were required to audition via video recording. The

Hicksville Chamber students were one of twelve ensembles performing from Nassau and Suffolk counties. Additionally, the four musicians received professional chamber coaching from Mihai Marica, a world-class cellist and member of the Chamber Music Society. “We are very proud of their dedication, talent, and musicianship,” stated Jennifer Weiss, Hicksville orchestra teacher. “We look forward to their future performances."

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Vincent J. D’Antone, a senior at General Douglas MacArthur High School in the Levittown Public School District, was selected from a national pool of applicants to participate in the National Academy of Law and Justice in Washington, D.C., which presents an opportunity to explore studies related to law and justice. While in D.C., Vincent met with the United States Capital Police, United States Secret Service, the Drug Enforcement Agency and many others. He participated in forensics courses at the International Spy Museum and

National Law Enforcement Museum. The Academy also had courses in homeland security, constitutional law, modern policing issues and many other topics. Students are selected to attend the Academy from a national application process that identifies students with a passion for law and justice, excellence in academics as well as leadership. The National Academy is sponsored by the Law and Public Safety Education Network, a non-profit that supports educational programs nationwide.

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7:00 p.m.: Virtual: Optimize Your Immune System with Marie Ruggles, MS, RD, CN, CDE - Combat viruses and age gracefully as author and nutritionist Marie Ruggles tells you how to protect yourself from unnecessary illness. Learn to stock a natural kitchen pharmacy so you can ward off the common cold, flu, other viruses and the dreaded ABCs of aging — arthritis, brain drain and cancer. Register online to receive a Zoom link. Register for events at https://www. jericholibrary.org/events/month Nonresidents may register beginning 2 weeks before each program. Programs are subject to change & will be updated on the website or call the Library for additional information.

Town launches pet food, supply drive The Town of Oyster Bay will host a Pet Food & Supply Drive in partnership with LI Cares from March 15 to April 15 with a focus on collecting for the family members most vulnerable to hunger, residents’ pets. Long Island Cares formed Baxter’s Pet Pantry in 2009 to assist in feeding dogs, cats, ferrets, rabbits, caged pets, fish, reptiles and all others considered family members. “Pets truly are members of our family,” said Town Councilwoman Laura Maier. “Pet food and supply donations will help furry friends in need, which in turn keeps pets at home with their loved ones. The Town of Oyster Bay is proud to partner with LI Cares to collect generous donations for this worthwhile cause.” The creation of Baxter’s Pet Pantry by Long Island Cares has helped distribute over one million pounds of pet food, all of which has been donated through pet food drives like this one and corporate donations. “Unfortunately many beloved pets are placed into shelters or given away because

families cannot afford the necessary food and supplies,” added Councilwoman Maier. “When struggling families have to make choices to heat their homes, buy medication or feed their own families, pets can become an afterthought. Pet food drives like this one can be a real lifesaver for both pets and their families.” Those interested in supporting the Town’s Pet Food & Supply Drive can place donated items in drop off boxes located in the following Town of Oyster Bay locations: • Town Hall North, 54 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay • Town Hall South, 977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa • Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating Center, 1001 Stewart Avenue, Bethpage Regular business hours for the locations are Monday – Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. For more information, visit www.licares.org or call Esther Alter in the Town’s Public Information Office at (516) 624-6380.

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Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Receiver of Taxes Jeffrey Pravato delivered 1,800 free, at-home COVID-19 test kits to the Midway Jewish Center in Syosset. They thanked Rabbi Joel Levenson for his leadership in distributing these tests and remind residents that free, at-home COVID-19 test kits continue to be available at the Town Clerk’s Office Walkup Windows at Town Hall North (54 Audrey Ave, Oyster Bay) and Town Hall South (977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa).

National Guard soldier receives new rank Carissa Lombardo from Syosset, who is assigned to the New York Army National Guard’s Intelligence and Sustainment Company, 42nd Division Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion, received a promotion to the rank of sergeant 1st class on February 25. Army National Guard promotions

are based on overall performance, attitude, leadership ability, and development potential. These promotions additionally recognize the best qualified soldiers and attract and retain the highest caliber Citizen Soldiers for a career in the New York Army National Guard.

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Designing leprechaun houses Buddy Reading Day at Central Blvd. School at Charles Campagne School

Older and younger students at Charles Campagne Elementary School in Bethpage teamed up for Buddy Reading Day on March 15. Photo courtesy of the Bethpage Union Free School District Older and younger students at Charles Campagne Elementary School in Bethpage teamed up for Buddy Reading Day on March 15. Students selected books of their choosing and scattered throughout their

classrooms for a day of reading. The activity served as an opportunity for students to come together as a school community and celebrate reading while building new relationships.

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Second graders in Ms. Cataldi and Mrs. Lemaire's class at Central Boulevard Elementary School in Bethpage showcased their engineering skills as they crafted leprechaun houses on March 15. Photos courtesy of the Bethpage Union Free School District Second graders in Ms. Cataldi and Mrs. Lemaire’s class at Central Boulevard Elementary School in Bethpage showcased their engineering skills as they crafted leprechaun houses on March 15. Students used recyclables such as

shoe boxes, cereal boxes, tissue boxes and construction paper, along with paint and glitter to design a house that is fit for a leprechaun. Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, students were excited to construct green, glittery homes for these Irish fairies.

Train show to benefit leukemia society John F. Kennedy Middle School in Bethpage held its annual induction ceremony for the National Junior Honor Society on March 16. Photos courtesy of the Bethpage Union Free School District John F. Kennedy Middle School in Bethpage held its annual induction ceremony for the National Junior Honor Society on March 16. Students were recognized for their grades, service, leadership, character

and citizenship, the pillars of being a member of the society. The district congratulates each new member of the National Junior Honor Society on this impressive achievement.

The Town of Oyster Bay has announced that Trainville Hobby Depot will host a Model Train Show on Saturday, March 26 and Sunday, March 27 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Hicksville Community Center, located at 28 West Carl Street in Hicksville. The Model Train Show includes operating model layouts coordinated by Trainville Hobby Depot. Donations are being accepted at the exhibit to support the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. “We are pleased to partner with Trainville Hobby Depot, who coordi-

nates or participates in many hobby shows that benefit the fundraising efforts of a sponsoring organization,” said Councilman Hand. “Assisting groups that not only bring a fun and educational experience to residents of all ages, but also help preserve our history in understanding the railroad’s role in our heritage, is a great cause.” Admission in to the exhibit is $5, children ages 4–11 years are $3 and entry for children under the age of 4 is free. For further information, please visit www. trainville.com or call (516) 433-4444.

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Writers Workshop celebration at OCR Kindergarten co-teachers Ms. Lucy Vieco and Ms. Danielle Baker hosted a Writers’ Workshop Celebration in their room as students completed their Show and Tell Bend I Unit. Writers’ Workshop traditionally celebrate students’ writing by having the students share their work with those around them in their lives. Students showed the invited guests

their special toys and shared their amazing sketches with personalized labeling. The pictures they drew inspired their writing about their special toy. Students have grown this year from writing letters and words to full sentences. There surely could be a couple of future authors in this class!

Old Country Road teachers Ms. Lucy Vieco and Ms. Danielle Baker summarize the writing unit with their students’ participation in pointing to the “How We Write” process of writing. Kindergarten students wore their “Writer’s Celebration” and “Author’s Celebration” hats made with each child’s personal touch.

One student read aloud her story to staff visitors invited to the room for the Writer’s Workshop Celebration.

Another kindergartener was beaming with joy related to her writing about her Minnie Mouse plush friend. Her final story was shared using her iPad.

A kindergartener was excited to show me his race car, which inspired his writing displayed on his iPad.

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Syosset STEAM learning center holds grand opening

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino (second from left) recently joined with the Syosset-Woodbury Chamber of Commerce to welcome Race Hub to Syosset a new state-of-the-art learning facility for students powered by STEAM programs (Science Technology Engineering Arts and Math). Race Hub’s creative and innovative methods for teaching and hands-on learning inspires interest in Science Technology Engineering Arts and Math (STEAM) through individualized and group-based learning. BY GARY SIMEONE The model cars were whizzing around last Tuesday afternoon at the newly opened Race Hub Learning Center in Syosset. A number of elected officials, including Nassau County Legislator Arnold Drucker, were on hand to celebrate the official opening of the STEAM learning center. “Through their innovative and immersive approach, the Race Hub is providing the next generation of inventors with new opportunities to enrich their knowledge in the fields of science, technology, engineering arts and mathematics,” said Legislator Drucker. The new business is owned by Woodbury residents Manish and Trupti Bahl, who wanted to bring an inspiring and innovative approach to learning for both children and adults alike. “Opening this business has been a homegrown passion of ours for sometime,” said Manish. “We wanted to embody the concept of car racing while incorporating STEAM learning with robotics and coding as well.” The new business, which first opened its doors earlier this year, has a quarter mile scale drag strip, RC car racetrack and slot car racetrack housed inside the facility. It also has a number of STEAM learning rooms on the premises, with a chemistry

lab, coding classes and a pit room, so students can work on things like manufacturing their model cars and work on turbine engines. “This is a brand new concept that’s never been done before here on Long Island,” said Manish. “Our programs allow our students to really get into the nuts and bolts of building and engineering the cars. They also have put together turbines motors and have done model bridge building with weights.” He said that since the business first opened, the majority of students have been in the 7–10 age range, participating in STEAM activities like coding and robotics classes. “In the past few weeks though, as word has spread, we’re starting to see a strong influx of older students, who are better suited for the racetrack and slot car drag strip, where cars can reach speeds in excess of 150 miles per hour.” The facility offers more than just classes and car racing. It is also open to team building and corporate office events as well as birthday parties. The Race Hub is located at 165 Eileen Way in Syosset. To find out more information on Race Hub and all it has to offer, you can visit their website at racehubusa.com.

“Ripple of Kindness” advances to PTA Reflections national level Congratulations to Berry Hill Elementary School 4th grader Jessica Chenjia Liu, who received the NYS PTA Award of Excellence. Based on this distinct honor, Jessica’s animation, “Ripple of Kindness”, has advanced to the National PTA level of Reflections judging. For over 50 years, students have been sharing their personal stories and Reflections by creating theme based, original pieces of art. Jessica’s outstanding artistic interpretation of the PTA Reflections theme “I Will Change the World by ….” impressed the judges, and reached to the national level.

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Cary Grant (IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL) Presenter: Marc Courtade, retired executive director, Huntington Arts Council Cary Grant is one of the finest leading men to ever come out of Hollywood. He was as notable in dramatic parts as he was in comedies. Grant’s best-known films include “Bringing Up Baby,” “The Philadelphia Story,” “Penny Serenade,” “Arsenic and Old Lace,” “Notorious,” “To Catch A Thief” and “North by Northwest.” He retired unexpectedly in 1966 after 35 years in films. He is still highly respected for his talents and for his rapport with his colleagues. No reg-

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Virtual Writing Bootcamp with Erin Coughlin Ignite your muse, jump start your writing, boost your creative confidence, and strengthen your writing skills with fun writing prompts, exercises and games. All writers, all levels welcome. Registration required, email Trending@ syossetlibrary.org or go to our digital calendar at syossetlibrary.org .

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Laughs at the Library (IN-PERSON) Presenter: Mark Brier Enjoy an afternoon of stand-up comedy! Mark was nominated as Best Comedian from Long Island by Bethpage Best of L.I. 2016. His wholesome humor is just the thing we need to make us laugh! No registration is needed.

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From page 1 Rehab’s sponsorship and a table for the event, the community outreach was a way to introduce local residents to the basics of physical therapy and the services their center provides. “With the Street Fair we were able to introduce ourselves to other local businesses and people within the entire community – everyone in the area has been so friendly and willing to learn, so many people were getting involved and excited about the physical activities. We offered a spinning wheel with different exercises people could try to learn. But it was clear very early on we’re working in and servicing a very lively community, as people were even excited to do the jumping jacks. It was a really warm welcome for us!” Sorrentino said. Founded in 2003, the Ivy Rehab parent company consists of a national network of over 340 outpatient clinics specializing in physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy. Before arriving at the new Syosset location, Dr. Sorrentino was working as the clinical director at the Lynbrook location of Ivy Rehab. She is now a partner in the Syosset location, treating patients there for physical therapy and performing office management tasks, running the business side. “Outside of my clinical work I am in charge of a lot of administrative work and making sure we’re fully stocked and everyone is scheduled – covering the managerial role here. I am hoping to reach as many people in the Syosset,

Woodbury and Jericho communities as we can and we’ve added an occupational therapist to this office, so that broadens the scope of patients we treat and help here. My goal with this location is to positively affect as many lives as I can,” she explained. The Syosset Ivy Rehab became one of the brand’s rapidly expanding network of clinics along the East Coast, but it has since taken off with the local market. In an interview Sorrentino noted that there are opportunities for Ivy Rehab to collaborate with other local businesses and bring its services in front of the various parts of the community. “We joined in the Chamber’s Women in Business networking group and many of them later became vendors that assisted with our grand opening, including Balloons by Amanda. We also have planned an event with Encore Luxury Living in Jericho as we will demonstrate ‘house ergonomics’ and proper posture exercises, or possibly hold a yoga class. We aim to provide our services to different local audiences and groups through the connections we’ve established,” Sorrentino explained. New York State offers individuals the option to try physical therapy through “Direct Access.” According to Dr. Sorrentino a person does not need a prescription from an orthopedist to enter physical therapy for an initial 30 days or 10 sessions, whichever comes first. “We can service the community in this manner as an urgent care for any orthopedic issues. You can come to see me if your back is bothering you or if

your knee has been painful, and if you want to be treated right away. Instead of waiting for a six-week period or longer for an appointment to see an orthopedist you can get a head start and people can be treated by us,” Dr. Sorrentino said. The 224 Jericho Turnpike location of Ivy Rehab features much fitness, cardio and physical therapy equipment. Part of the work clients can do at the Syosset clinic includes athletic training. “People go between the equipment to work out their legs, arms and torso – the equipment they use depends on their injuries. We also have the set up with tables where I perform manual physical therapy, stretching, joint work and massages. We have most of the location dedicated as a gym with the exercise spaces, and we have a small evaluation room and a break room too. The location itself is really convenient with much parking right in front,” Dr. Sorrentino said. Ivy Rehab’s work with its clients does not exclusively take place at the Jericho Turnpike facility. Sorrentino spoke about the ease of access and new options with virtual telehealth services. The pandemic became a driving factor for this type of physical health and wellness “posturing” for her clinic. “What I love about telehealth is that we show patients things at their home they can use for exercise equipment – this really is a way to encourage them to complete home exercises more often because the household equipment is available to them. With telehealth we show them how to adapt and learn that

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simple items like their towels and soup cans can be used for building strength and flexibility. While the hands-on experience with our staff is not part of telehealth they get to go through a lot of feasible exercises which are catered towards their injuries. Telehealth is awesome,” she noted. Dr. Sorrentino grew up in Garden City South. She has the following professional acronyms following her name; PT, DPT, and OCS – as OCS abbreviates her designation as a specialist in orthopedic physical therapy. Sorrentino has completed orthopedic residency through Ivy Rehab/Hospital for Special Surgery, and she is a graduate of Ithaca College. In her youth Sorrentino watched her mom attend physical therapy sessions for her rheumatoid arthritis. “I decided to become a PT because when my mom came home from those sessions she would say she ‘feels like a million bucks’ and felt like she could do anything. I was amazed and then I thought to myself, as a PT I could do that for somebody. For me this has been a really rewarding career field in seeing several people at their worst condition and then progressing them to get them to their best – we pull people out of a place they have never experienced before with some types of physical pain due to injuries. There’s a lot of dramatic changes when a person is injured and there is often emotional distress involved. It’s a really fulfilling career and I love my job!” Sorrentino said.

Train show to benefit Spring beach cleanup, leukemia society marine education expo The Town of Oyster Bay has announced that Trainville Hobby Depot will host a Model Train Show on Saturday, March 26 and Sunday, March 27 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Hicksville Community Center, located at 28 West Carl Street in Hicksville. The Model Train Show includes operating model layouts coordinated by Trainville Hobby Depot. Donations are being accepted at the exhibit to support the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. “We are pleased to partner with Trainville Hobby Depot, who coordinates or

participates in many hobby shows that benefit the fundraising efforts of a sponsoring organization,” said Councilman Hand. “Assisting groups that not only bring a fun and educational experience to residents of all ages, but also help preserve our history in understanding the railroad’s role in our heritage, is a great cause.” Admission in to the exhibit is $5, children ages 4–11 years are $3 and entry for children under the age of 4 is free. For further information, please visit www. trainville.com or call (516) 433-4444.

From page 1 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The central meeting place will be Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park launching ramps and waterfront gazebo off of Larrabee Avenue, Oyster Bay. Additional locations for the clean-up include Theodore Roosevelt Beach in Oyster Bay, Stehli Beach in Bayville and Centre Island Beach in Bayville. In prior years, beach cleanup events have resulted in 40,000lbs of debris collected by volunteers. Town Councilwoman Vicki Walsh

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A Stone’s Throw From Daytona Beach, Discovering ‘Florida As It Used To Be’ BY KAREN RUBIN TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM To be candid, I would not have traveled to Florida except for an opportunity to visit with family I hadn’t seen in quite some time. Luckily, this is a mere week before Omnicron hit with such fury or was even a thing, but I still don’t feel Florida particularly appealing for a long list of reasons. My destination is the immensely popular Daytona Beach area. Even though Omnicron has yet to hit, and though I am triple vaxxed, because of Florida’s contempt for preventive public health measures, I remain extremely vigilant in using a mask, staying outdoors as much as possible and avoiding crowds – even the wedding I attend is a small, intimate affair held outside. Fortunately, the Ormond Beach area, a mere few miles north of Daytona Beach, and north along the famed A1A Highway, where, my cousin – a native Floridian – takes me, is the fabled “Real Florida,” and provides the perfect setting. I stay in a delightful boutique hotel, the Lotus Inn, refurbished with chic touches (stunning pool, fire pit, landscaping), right on the beach, so that each morning, I can grab a cup of coffee from the lounge and walk out onto the beach before the sun rises, when the colors begin to burst in the sky. Even though you can see Daytona Beach from Ormond Beach, the atmosphere here is completely dif-ferent. Here there are mostly low

Snack Jack’s along A1A just north of Ormond Beach, retains the vibe of “Florida as it used to be.” © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com rise, low-density hotels like mine, the Lotus Inn. And it seems the people are mostly locals and regulars – the fishermen, the bikers, the swimmers - who come to enjoy the splendor. One of the regulars I meet is Jeffrey Dunne, who has come out every morning to photograph the sunrise for something like 10 years, with his friend who the seagulls know to come to for crackers each morning. My first night in Ormond Beach, I drive my rental car the four miles down A1A to Daytona Beach and walk the charming boardwalk, really enjoying discovering the 1930s-era Bandstand, coming upon the boardwalk games, and then the long pier itself, alight in neon announcing Joe’s at the end, with a stunning view back at the shoreline. I also get a glimpse of the heart pounding, adrenaline pumping thrill rides at Screamer’s Park Now of course, Daytona Beach is

famous for auto racing and the Daytona 500 – that began on the beach (cars are still allowed in specific lanes, and plenty of people bike on the flat, hard sand, which became the International Speedway. I would venture that most who come are here are car people, and touring the speedway and visiting the Racing Hall of Fame are musts. The Daytona International Speedway has just undergone a $400 million “reimagining” and transformed into a state-of-the-art motorsports facility. You can even get behind the wheel of an actual race car with NASCAR Racing Experience and take laps around the world famous 2.5-mile Speedway. (“Speedway Tours” run multiple times each day; tour tickets are sold on a first come first serve basis, and include the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America, https://www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com/tours/). I stop by for a look at the gi-normous stadium, how it is banked at

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a 30-degree angle so the cars don’t just fly off at the turns, but spend my time discovering what my cousin, Ray Weiss, a prize-winning journalist, calls “Florida as it used to be.” Ray drives me up the famous A1A, to Ormond by the Sea up to Flagler Beach, which cannot be more un-touristy. Here, he stresses, you can still park your car alongside the two-lane road (they call it a highway), on a patch of sand bordered with sea grass, and walk right onto the beach – such a contrast to Daytona Beach, which seems to be competing to have as many high rises and parking meters as Miami Beach. (My cousin describes Daytona Beach perfectly: “a bit of an Atlantic City feel with a redneck flair.”) This stretch between Ormond Beach and Flagler Beach, though, it is exactly as he has described it and what he cherishes – there are the colorful, weatherworn, funky beach places, miles of undeveloped open beach (vacant of people) and thousands of acres of pristine land called the Loop - woods, water and marshland. “It’s like stepping back in time to what the rest of Florida once looked like when the Seminoles were here,” he says. He should know because my first memory as a child was visiting his family in old Miami and seeing Seminole Indians wrestling alligators. We drive up to Flagler Beach, a Florida town that is seems stuck in the 1950s. No high-rises here, only modest houses on the beach. He points out several old style restaurants, stopping at Snack Jack’s right Continued on next page

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A Stone’s Throw From Daytona Beach, Discovering ‘Florida As It Used to Be’ Continued from previous page on the beach - his favorite and I can see why. Back in Ormond Beach, we stop to visit The Casements, John D. Rockefeller’s 1890s winter home, so beautifully set on the river. On my own, I also discover some of the attractions that make actually living here wonderful – starting with the Museum of Arts and Sciences (MOAS). When I arrive, I ask the receptionist what is special, what should I definitely look out for. She replies, “Well, we have the biggest collection of Coca Cola bottles, and a skeleton of a giant sloth.” Walking into the Coca-Cola collection, you can’t help but let out an actual “wow”– it turns out that the guy who invented and manufactured that classic glass Coke bottle in Indiana, Chapman J. Root (he got 5c royalty on every bottle sold), also had interests in Coca-Cola bottling plants in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Missouri, Illinois and Florida and when he retired, his grandson Chapman S. Root moved the company, in 1951, to Daytona Beach. Over a 50-year period, Chapman S. Root collected 100,000 objects that make up the $5 million Root Family Museum collection – probably the largest of Coca-Cola memorabilia – housed within MOSA. (See: Orlando Sentinel, For Coke Fans, Collection is ‘The Real Thing’) Then I walk into the exhibit of nat-

ural Florida, and there it is. When you think of “sloth” you might think of Sid in the “Ice Age” movies. Now imagine The Hulk but probably three or four times the size. The skeleton of the Eremotherium – the largest sloth to have ever existed - that we see assembled in its fearsome pose was collected just 2 ½ miles away. It would have weighed up to five tons and stood 15 feet tall – only the Wooly Mammoth was larger in the Western Hemisphere. The rest of the museum has some fabulous, unexpected and eclectic collections – African tribal artifacts including incredible masks, Chinese art, and the American decorative arts collection of Anderson Child Bouchelle. I especially love “the warehouse” where you can peek at treasures that otherwise would be stored away. (352 South Nova Road, Daytona Beach, Florida 32114, 386-2550285, www.moas.org/visit/index) Before leaving, I follow the Nature Trail that starts just outside the museum that takes you on a boardwalk into the jungle (note the sign that warns of such creatures as snakes and alligators). The next day, after my ritual beach walk to revel in the daily miracle of the sunrise, I go off to two other signature attractions, both very close together at the southern tip of the barrier island. The modest but intimate Marine Science Center, is mainly an aquarium but also is where you can see its medical

facilities where sea turtles are being restored to health (you can even watch operations through a glass) and a sanctuary for rescued birds. The small area is packed with fun things to look at, interact with and learn about Volusia County’s rich marine life – like how they are re-growing (not just restoring) coral so crucial to the survival of ecosystems. This is a delight for families with children (100 Lighthouse Drive, Ponce Inlet, Fl 32127, 386-304-5545, www.marinesciencecenter.com) The Ponce Inlet Lighthouse, constructed in 1887, is a treasure. At 175 feet tall, the lighthouse itself is the highest in Florida and second highest in the country. You can walk up all 203 steps winding around and around, and step out for a 360-degree view. Most interesting are the other structures and buildings – all original - you can visit and the exhibits that show the life and times of the lighthouse keepers and wonderful videos showing the history. In the Ayres Davies Lens Exhibit Building, you can see a world-class Fresnel lens collection. There is also an exhibit of Cuban Rafts that carried refugees trying to make their way to freedom on these fragile homemade boats and rafts. (4931 S. Peninsula Drive, Ponce Inlet, FL 32127, 386-761-1821, ponceinlet.org) The next day, I visit the extraordinary Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art, which is on the same campus

as MOAS. This is the most astonishing find of all. Since 1997, the Browns made a mission of collecting art representing Florida. After being a traveling exhibit for some time, what is the largest collection of Florida art is now housed in this stunning, brand new two-level structure. Most impressive are the way the paintings are selected, framed, how they are hung together, and the absolutely fascinating notes that accompany each and every one – not only a biography of the artist, but the context for the painting, something of history, and then really fascinating notes that are like a painting tutorial. (https://www.moas. org/explore/cici-and-hyatt-brown-museum-of-art/index) Interactive maps for themed trails are available on DaytonaBeach.com including the new Cars, Craft and Culture trail, Share The Heritage Trail, Monuments & Statues Trail, an Iconic Trail and a Motorsports Trail to add to its popular Hiking & Biking Trails and the Ale Trail. For more information, Daytona Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau,126 E. Orange Avenue, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, 386-255-0415, DaytonaBeach.com. __________________________________ © 2022 Travel Features Syndicate, a division of Workstyles, Inc. All rights reserved. Visit goingplacesfarandnear. com.

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Q: Can you suggest a way to buy good vegetable seeds? I can’t afford to get a lot of plants, so I buy seeds. There are several brands at each store, and I don’t know which will grow best for me. I always seem to have low success rates because of disease problems. A: Plant varieties that have won an All-America Selections award should do well. Only the entries with the highest nationwide average score are considered to be worthy of a national AAS Award. Some vegetable varieties grow better in a hot, dry climate while others prefer a cool, humid region. The country is divided into six regions, and a variety that grows best in a specific climate might win one or more regional AAS awards. Vegetables are judged for such traits as earliness to harvest, total yield, fruit taste, fruit quality, ease of harvest, plant habit and disease and pest resistance. When you see the red, white and blue logo of All-America Selections on seed packets, bedding plant tags or in catalogs, you can expect that plant to do well in your garden. Even AAS winners from several years ago are more likely to prove

successful than nonwinners. They have had to do well at test sites all across the continent to win, and to do that they have to have some disease resistance. Another good designation to look for on the label is “F1 hybrid”. This signifies a cross that is usually very vigorous and produces the most flowers or fruit. One of the best ways to cut down on the use of pesticides in the garden is to use varieties of plants that are resistant to insects and disease. Each year new varieties are released, so check the seed package label for information. At first glance, the information on a vegetable seed package can be confusing. In reality, by reading the package, you will become an expert on that plant. The first thing you will notice is the picture. If it is a food, then the edible part is shown, and if it is an ornamental then the pretty part is pictured. If the plant has any special disease resistance, it will be mentioned. Tomatoes that are resistant to fusarium will have a letter F behind the name, and as there is more than one kind of fusarium resistance, there may be more than one F, or it may be listed as F1, F2 and so on. Toma-

toes can also be resistant to verticillium wilt (V), nematodes (N), tobacco mosaic virus (T) and alternaria (A). The package will describe the best methods of growing the seeds. It will say where and when the seeds should be direct sown into the garden or started earlier indoors. It will list the proper temperature in each of these situations. It will tell you at what depth to plant the seeds, the proper spacing and if the seeds need to be exposed to light or dark conditions for best germination. The number of days it takes for the seeds to germinate may be listed. The number of days to harvest after planting seeds or small plants in the garden will be listed. There may be a map on the package describing the best time to plant and grow the vegetables in your region. It may list how many days before or after the last frost date the seeds need to be sown in the spring, and how many days before or after the first frost date that the seeds need to be sown in the fall. If the plant is an F1 hybrid, the seeds grown from this plant will not duplicate the parents. If the package states the plant is open-pollinated, it may have an OP on

the label. If the package states that the plant is an heirloom variety or that it is open-pollinated, it will come back true to type year after year from the seeds collected by the gardener. F1 hybrids will not come back true to type from seeds collected by the gardener. Email questions to Jeff Rugg at info@ greenerview.com. COPYRIGHT 2022 JEFF RUGG DISTRIBUTED BY CREATORS

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Up the Down Staircase BY MARJORIE GOTTLIEB WOLFE Bel Kaufman’s book, “Up the Down Staircase,” centers on MISS Sylvia Barrett, a new English teacher at Calvin Coolidge H. S. Let’s revisit her experiences in 2022: Ms. Barrett: Please place the KN95 masks in the center of your desk right next to the booklet titled, “The Active Shooter: How to Respond.” To: All “Floaters”: As you move from room to room every 42 minutes, please remain at least 6 feet apart from students and faculty. Syl, your homeroom student, Alexa Carter is suffering from “Vaccine Envy.” She’s jealous that others are getting the COVID-19 shot and posting about it on the social media. Syl, I received this humorous job listing from the Work-Study Coordinator: “Piano player wanted. Must haveknowledge of opening clams.” Attn.: Math teachers: Please inform your students that a “Duodenum” is NOT a number system in base 2. Confidential Medical Report: New term [from Pajama Diaries Cartoon]: “Snowday Affective Disorder” - the blues you get after too many school cancellations. Syl, please include the 2021 Word of

the Year, “vax” in your SAT course. Syl, the school cafeteria usually serves an “Open Sesame”--a pre-cut bagel--for breakfast. Due to a major cream cheese shortage in NYC, only butter is available. Have you tried our Cookie Dough cream cheese?

He’s moving w/his family to “Journey’s End,” a 113-acre planned community in Palm Beach County.

“One’s the Coronavirus and the other is a VERONA crisis.”

Syl: FYI, we have 13 students named Karen. Please remember that namebased prejudices can leave lasting and deep psychological scars.

REMINDER: TEACHER CONFERENCE DAY program tomorrow. Topic: “The Lake Wobegon Effect-the tendency to overestimate one’s abilities.

Attn: Social Studies Teachers Many students are confusing Bernie Sanders with Colonel Sanders from KFC.

CONGRATULATIONS to Prof. Mr. Brown and Math Prof. M. L. Williams. They’ve just published a cookbook titled, “Pi A La Mode.”

Looking ahead. ROBOT REDFORD, a 4-foot-tall, 175-pound white fiberglass ROBOT, will deliver the commencement speech.

Attn: Faculty There’s no truth to the rumor that a student was suspended because he wore a mask with the inscription, “NOT HERE TO ROB ANYONE.”

Syl: Great lesson on Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Enjoyed the question: “What’s the difference between COVID-19 and Romeo & Juliet? Ans.

Marjorie Gottlieb Wolfe is a retired business educator and and author of two books on Yiddish.

Attn.: Faculty The new course, “Making it With Mademoiselle,” is a SEWING COURSE. Sorry for the confusion. To: Music teachers Please refrain from telling your students that there are 4 kinds of clarinet players: first clarinet, second clarinet, third clarinet, and OUT THE DOOR. Syl, a parent complained that you called her son a “bright loafer”--a child without the energy, interest, or sense of urgency to do schoolwork. Please see me. Ms. Barrett: Please remove Adam Walker’s name from your homeroom.

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Carrying a Social Security Grudge for Years BY TOM MARGENAU I’m always amazed by the number of emails I get from people who have been getting benefits for 10 years, or 20 years, or even more -- and now they are coming to me with questions about their benefit amount. Or to be more precise, they are telling me some version of this lament: “I think I’ve been paid incorrectly for all these years!” I think what’s going on is this. They’ve probably always had nagging doubts about their Social Security benefit. And over the years, they’ve just sort of grudgingly accepted the fact that they are most likely being paid correctly. But then one day, they see this Social Security column in their newspaper and the columnist (that would be me) says he’ll answer people’s questions about Social Security. So, they fire off an email to me, venting their years-long, sometimes decades-long frustrations, hoping against hope that I will be able to fix their perceived problems. Of course, that’s not going to happen. I’m just an old retired Social Security guy sitting in his basement writing a weekly column. I have no access to Social Security records, so it’s not like I’m going to say, “I’ve checked your files and it turns out you have been underpaid for all these years. I’ll see that corrections are made, and we’ll send you a back-pay check.” And even if I did have access to Social Security files, I would almost assuredly come back to them and say, “I’ve checked your records and you are getting the proper Social Security benefit.” And why do I know that? Because countless studies have been done by oversight agencies and they always show that Social Security benefits are paid with a remarkable level of accuracy. So anyway, that’s the message I usually deliver to these “grudge-niks.” But it usually doesn’t mollify them. They’ve told themselves for years that they’re being cheated out of benefits, and a simple statement from me telling them they are being paid correctly isn’t going to change their minds. However, at least sometimes I can explain some Social Security rule to them that they didn’t know about that might help them understand why I know they are being paid correctly. The rest of this column will include some examples of that. Q: I am 85 years old. My husband is 89. He’s been getting benefits since he was 65 and I’ve been getting benefits since age 62. I’ve been told all these years that a wife gets half of the husband’s Social Security. But I get nowhere near that. So, I think I’ve been cheated out of what’s rightfully mine for 23 years now. Can you help me fix this? A: There is nothing to fix. A wife is

due the 50% spousal rate if she waited until her full retirement age to claim benefits. But you said you took benefits at 62. And if you do that, the spousal rate is more like 30%. And I bet that’s what you’re getting. Q: I’m 91 years old. I started my Social Security in 1993. Back then, they knocked about 50% off of my Social Security check because they said I’m a so-called “double-dipper.” I get a pension from the police department where I worked for 30 years. I just know this is wrong and unfair. Can you get that 50% back for me? A: I’m sure you are being paid correctly. Your Social Security benefit is being reduced by something called the “windfall elimination provision.” I’ve discussed WEP dozens of times in past columns over the years, and it takes a whole column to explain the intricacies of the law. So, there is no way I can give you a thorough explanation in the space I have here. In a nutshell, the Social Security benefit formula is skewed to give lower income workers a higher benefit rate. On the SSA’s books, you look like a low-paid worker because you spent all those years with the police force (a job where Social Security taxes were not withheld from your paychecks). The WEP formula simply pays you at the same rate that all other middle-income people in the country get. If you’d like a much better explanation, spend 10 bucks and get my book, “Social Security: Simple and Smart.” It includes a whole chapter on WEP. Q: I am 101 years old. That’s right. I’m 101! And for 40 years now, I’ve been cheated out of Social Security benefits because I was born in the “notch years.” I read your recent column in which you told people like me that we are being paid correctly. That’s bull! The government has ripped off all of us “notch babies” and I’ll go to my grave convinced of that! A: That’s really too bad. But in a way, I can understand. For four decades now, you’ve told yourself that you’ve been cheated. And I’m sure you can go online and find websites that reinforce your beliefs. And now along comes this young whippersnapper (well, make that a 72-year-old whippersnapper) who tells you that the government didn’t cheat you out of anything and that you have been getting the proper Social Security amount all these years. As with the WEP issue mentioned in the prior Q&A, it would take me a whole column to explain this so-called “notch” business. For those of you interested, I’ve got a new book coming out this year called “Social Security: 100 Myths and 100 Facts.” The “notch” is one of the myths explained in that book. Finally, I must make this one crucial point. The time to question your bene-

fit amount is when your benefits start. When that happens, you get an official “award letter” from the Social Security Administration. If you think there is a problem, the letter tells you that you have 60 days to file an appeal of their benefit decision. So, file that appeal then. Don’t wait for 20 or 30 years and then write a letter to a columnist asking him to fix the unfixable.

If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has a book with all the answers. It’s called “Social Security: Simple and Smart.” You can find the book at www.creators.com/books. Or look for it on Amazon or other book outlets. COPYRIGHT 2022 CREATORS.COM

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Finding the ‘Dinky Dipper’ BY DENNIS MAMMANA Week of March 20-26, 2022 Pay attention to your everyday world and you’ll soon realize that we’re surrounded by astronomical words. The days of the week are named after the five visible planets, the sun and the moon. Go to a theater and you may see a film by Orion Pictures, or stay home and listen to SiriusXM radio. Much of our popular culture -- from Polaris submarines to Beetlejuice (aka Betelgeuse), the zany character played by Michael Keaton -- have names that originate in the stars. Automobile names are no exception: Taurus, Saturn, Nova, Astro, Mercury, Eclipse and Subaru. Subaru? Yes, indeed! In historical Japanese sky lore, Subaru represents the Pleiades, one of the most noticeable star clusters in the sky. To see this tiny, shimmering cluster -- also known as the Seven Sisters -- simply go outdoors after dark this week and look high in the western sky. Of course, you can also see the Pleiades in broad daylight as well... just wander around any parking lot and check out the emblems on the front of the cars until you spot it! In Western culture, the name “Pleiades” is believed to derive from the Greek word meaning “to sail,” because when the grouping was seen to rise just before the sun, it was a sign of the opening of the navigational season in the Mediterranean world. In Greek mythology, these stars represented the

seven daughters of Atlas and Pleione and were pursued relentlessly by the great hunter Orion. Eastern culture, however, saw it quite differently. Much of the Subaru myth arrived in Japan from China, and the term may have Buddhist roots. The word is generally thought to mean “united” or “getting together”. The Chinese character for Subaru (kanji) also has connotations of being “bright,” and so the “bright” Subaru stars seem to “get together in one place.” Over time, the lore was modified for local religious customs, or planting and fishing seasons. For example, in some farming regions, the stars of Subaru were seen as seeds, and their rising with the springtime sun signaled a time for planting. In some coastal areas, Japanese fishermen saw a fishing net made of stones and bamboo (Sumaru), and similarly used the rising and setting of this bright “net” to determine when to cast their own nets into the sea. As in Western lore, the Japanese often saw seven stars instead of six in Subaru. Travelers to Japan may be familiar with Shichifukujin (literally “seven happy gods”), and locals in some areas still call the Pleiades “Shichifukujin”. Imaginary lines connecting the stars of Subaru enable Japanese stargazers to outline such things as a strainer (Kozaru), a rather square sake cup (Masuboshi) pouring out rice wine, and even something resembling a person’s elbow joint (Tsutokkoboshi).

Many people looking into that part of the sky today insist that the stars of the Pleiades outline the Little Dipper. Not so, of course; at this time of year, the Little Dipper hangs down from Polaris, and is considerably larger than this cluster. But so many people see a dipper

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I stared down at the package of false eyelashes lying innocuously on my bathroom counter. I’d be lying if I said they didn’t look like two creepy spiders, vacuum-sealed in plastic. Nevertheless, they were certainly feathery and lush, and longer than my eyelashes, so I figured that, spiders or not, I was going to figure out how to glue them on my eyelids if it killed me. Just as an aside, I had not arbitrarily decided to torture myself. I had gotten an invitation to a big, fancy event and immediately knew I was going to have to step up my usual makeup routine to fit in. I pondered my options and decided this might be the perfect opportunity to try out false eyelashes. I smartly thought it would make sense to practice a few times before the event so that I didn’t end up accidental-

ly gluing them to my forehead. I went out and got five different lashes to try and brought them home for my Great False Eyelash Experiment. I figured, best-case scenario, I would become a bona-fide false eyelash pro, go to my event and have everyone swoon over my long and lustrous lashes. Worstcase scenario, they would fall off and stick to my upper lip and everyone would call me Groucho for the night. In an effort to learn from my mistakes, I decided to keep a journal of my eyelash efforts. Day One: For my first application, I thought I should try them out on someone other than myself, just to get the hang of it. Conclusion: The dog looks amazing with false eyelashes. Day Two: I took the next leap and tried them on myself. I did not do such

a great job with the eyelashes, but I did master the fine art of gluing one eye shut. This actually takes a great deal more talent than one would think. Helpful tip: Have an eye patch on hand so you can disguise your mistake by pretending to be a pirate for a day. Day Three: I got both eyelashes on both eyelids but forgot to trim them to normal proportions and looked like there were caterpillars on both eyes. I realized this when my husband tried to swat them off my face. Day Four: I managed to get them on correctly and decided to take them out for a trial run. But I noticed that people at the store kept looking at me really strangely. When I got home, I looked in the mirror and saw that one of my false eyelashes had migrated up to my eyebrow. Conclusion: Beautiful, long eyelash-

es: pretty. Freakishly long eyebrow: not so much. Day Five: My false eyelashes stayed in the right place for the whole day, and I even slept in them to really test out their staying power. But one fell off during the night and scared the heck out of me the next morning when I woke up and thought there was a dead centipede on my pillow. Conclusion: False eyelashes are stupid, and I should focus on what’s really important in life: Eyebrows. Tracy Beckerman is the author of the Amazon Bestseller, “Barking at the Moon: A Story of Life, Love, and Kibble,” available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble online! You can visit her at www. tracybeckerman.com. COPYRIGHT 2022 CREATORS

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Summer lifeguards needed at town pools, beaches The Town of Oyster Bay is seeking individuals who are interested in working as lifeguards for local pools and beaches. The Town is accepting applications from qualified, certified individuals interested in lifeguarding positions at Tappen Beach and Pool in Glenwood Landing, as well as beach facilities in Bayville and Oyster Bay (Centre Island, Ransom, Stehli, and Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park), as well as Philip B. Healey Beach in Massapequa, for the

upcoming summer season. “Our lifeguards provide an invaluable service in protecting residents and have helped save countless lives in both pool and ocean waters,” said Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “The Town lifeguarding staff has a tremendous sense of dedication and understanding of integrity, accountability, and the importance of teamwork.” Town lifeguards are hired for the summer season, which runs from Memorial

Day through Labor Day. Positions are available at all Town pools and beaches. Applicants must be a minimum of 16 years old, possess a current Lifeguard Certification and a current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer. Qualified applicants may apply in person at the Town of Oyster Bay Parks Department Human Resources Office, located in Town Hall South, 977 Hicksville Road in Massapequa. “Having a summer lifeguard job

at one of our beautiful summer facilities helps build confidence, self-esteem and leadership skills,” said Town Councilwoman Vicki Walsh. “In addition to the great sense of pride one has in being a lifeguard, there is also the great opportunity to spend time helping others at one of our beautiful summer facilities.” For more information, contact the Town of Oyster Bay Department of Parks at (516) 797-4167.

Lee Road students compete Hicksville High School’s in Winter Olympics Medical Marvels students

Stephanie Piscitelli accompanied her Medical Marvel Students as they taped their submission into the Medical Marvels Competition supported by the Feinstein Institute at Northwell Health. Hicksville High School students (left to right) Muzamil Khorami, Brianna Goodrich, Diya Kumar, Katie Sullivan, and Ahmad Ali are accompanied by Dr. Stephanie Piscitelli with this year’s Medical Marvels’ team. Students in Kathy Mundy’s physical education class at Lee Road Elementary School in the Levittown Public School District participated in an Olympics-style competition. Photos courtesy of Levittown Public Schools Physical education classes at Lee Road Elementary School in the Levittown Public School District have been abuzz with excitement during their very own Winter Olympics. The event was kicked-off with a torch relay and recitation of the Olympic

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Students and staff from Abbey Lane and Summit Lane elementary schools presented their character education programs at the March 9 Levittown Board of Education meeting. Students from Abbey Lane and Summit Lane elementary schools highlighted their character education programs at the Levittown Board of Education meeting on March 9. During the “Cultivating Upstanding Behavior” presentation, the two schools showcased initiatives to combat bullying and create positive learning environments. Abbey Lane Get a Voice Club members Maks Gospodarzec and Maria Kerr,

along with their advisers Lindsay Grand and Tara O’Connor, talked about the student-led character education lessons. Activities include chalk the walk, kind or squish, spread the happy and web of compliments. The school holds Get a Voice Day once a month. Fifth grade members of the club lead the lessons in the younger grades, which are often based on books that have positive messages. The purpose

Abbey Lane Get a Voice Club members Maks Gospodarzec and Maria Kerr talked about student-led character education lessons.

of the club is to build a school community where all students feel safe, valued, respected and connected to each other. Summit Lane students Mari Stella Chi, Benjamin Desposorio, Adrianne Faith and Sofia Mann highlighted the Pride program, which focuses on patience, respect, integrity, determination and excellence. The school’s student government serve as its pride leaders and are role models of these positive character attributes.

At Summit Lane, students wear orange every Friday as a symbol of kindness. Pride leaders have spearheaded many charitable endeavors including a holiday toy drive, toiletry drive for veterans and pajama drive for children in hospitals. Overseeing the Pride program are advisers Maureen McLaughlin, Jennifer O’Brien and Meghan Ruane. Photo courtesy of the Levittown School District

Summit Lane students Mari Stella Chi, Benjamin Desposorio, Adrianne Faith and Sofia Mann highlighted the Pride program.

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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court County of Suffolk WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF THE RESIDENTIAL CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES TRUST V-C, Plaintiff, vs. JOHN SCHOETTL A/K/A JOHN D. SCHOETTL, ET AL., Defendant (s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on Novemeber 30, 2021 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Brookhaven Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY 11738, New York on April 11, 2022 at 10:00 AM, premises known as 26 BELLWOOD AVENUE, SOUTH SETAUKET, NY 11720. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Brookhaven, County of Suffolk and State of New York District: 0200, Section: 365.00, Block: 04.00, Lot: 027.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $361,472.59 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 063943/2013. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Mortgagee’s attorney, or the Referee. PAUL ROBERT FEUER, Esq., Referee Roach & Lin, P.C., 6851 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 185, Syosset, New York 11791, Attorneys for Plaintiff MIT 5928 4X 03/11,18,25,04/01 NOTICE OF SUMMONS Supreme Court County of Nassau INDEX: 608419/2021 DATE FILED: 07/06/2021 L&L ASSOCIATES HOLDING CORP., Plaintiff, -againstRICHARD J. LACOLA and MILLIE S. LACOLA , if they be living, if they be dead, their

respective heirs-at-law, next of kin, distributees, executors, adrninistrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors, and successors in interest, and generally all persons having or claiming under, by, or through RICHARD J. LACOLA and MILLIE S. LACOLA , if they be dead, whether by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, including any right, title or interest in and to the real property described in the complaint herein, all of who and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the plaintiff, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER, “JOHN DOE #1” through “JOHN DOE #12”, the last twelve names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises described in the complaint, Defendants. TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action, to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the complaint is not served with the summons, to serve notice of appearance, on the plaintiffs attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the date of service (or within thirty (30) days after the service is complete if this summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York), and in case of failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint. TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFNEDANTS: The foregoing Summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. David P. Sullivan, a Justice of the Supreme Court, Nassau County, dated Feb, 28, 2022 and filed with the complaint and other papers in the Nassau County Clerk’s Office. THE OBJECT OF THE ACTION is to foreclose a tax lien and to recover the amount of the tax lien and all of the interest, pen-

alties, additions and expenses thereon to premises k/a District 17, Section 46, Block 368, Lot 11. Plaintiff designates Nassau County as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the location of the subject property. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the tax lien holder who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property Sending a payment to the tax lien holder will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (TAX LIEN HOLDER) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Dated: June 30, 2021 LEVY & LEVY Attorneys for Plaintiff 12 Tulip Drive, Great Neck, NY 11021 (516)487-6655 BY: JOSHUA LEVY, ESQ. #99243 MIT 5929 4X 03/11,18,25,04/01 RESOLUTION FOR BETHPAGE FOR THE BETHPAGE UFSD COACH BUS TRANSPORTATION COOPERATIVE WHEREAS, the Bethpage UFSD acting as the Coordinating Agent along with Bayport BluePoint Public School, Great Neck Public School, Long Beach UFSD, Plainedge UFSD, Syosset UFSD, and Westbury School District (“School Districts”) wish to jointly submit proposals for pupil coach bus transportation services for the 2022-2023 school year; and WHEREAS, the School Districts have agreed to form

a cooperative for this purpose (“Cooperative”); and WHEREAS, the Bethpage Union Free School District (“District”) is desirous of participating in the Cooperative for joint solicitation of proposals for pupil coach transportation services as in accordance with General Municipal Law §119-o; and WHEREAS, the Bethpage Union Free School District is desirous to act as Coordinating Agent for the RFP and shall assume the responsibility for drafting the specifications, advertising the RFP, opening the proposals, reporting the results, and making recommendations thereon, however, each of the School Districts shall be responsible for ensuring and, if necessary, placing an advertisement in the “official” newspaper of its own district; and WHEREAS, a coordinating committee (“Coordinating Committee”) shall be developed consisting of a representative from each of the School Districts to receive information about and address any outstanding issues attendant to the RFP process and RFP; and WHEREAS, the Board of Education of each of the School Districts shall retain the legal authority to contract with the successful vendor(s); NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education authorize the Bethpage Union Free School District to participate in the Cooperative, to act as Coordinating Agent for same, and appoint the Assistant Superintendent for Business and the Supervisor of Transportation to serve on the Coordinating Committee; and BE IT FURTHER RESOVLED THAT, the specifications for the RFP as presented will be used, that the invitation to submit a response to the RFP shall be advertised by the Bethpage Union Free School District in Newsday, in accordance with NY General Municipal Law §103 and NY Education Law §305, that the District shall seek its required amount of services jointly with the other School Districts, and that the District shall assume its share of the costs of the Cooperative RFP. BN 7529 1X 03/25

NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court County of Nassau HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE HOLDERS OF DEUTSCHE ALT-A SECURITIES MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2007AR3 MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-AR3, V. PETER BOUDOUVAS, ET AL. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated March 8, 2018, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE HOLDERS OF DEUTSCHE ALT-A SECURITIES MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2007AR3 MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-AR3 is the Plaintiff and PETER BOUDOUVAS, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on April 25, 2022 at 2:30PM, premises known as 9 LONDON ROAD, SYOSSET, NY 11791: Section 12, Block 356, Lot 12 and 33: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING NEAR HICKSVILLE, TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 014596/2013. James J. Keefe, Esq., Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. SYO 4416 4X 03/25,04/01,08,15

The Town of Oyster Bay invites local artists to participate in the Town’s new “Art in the Park” program, which invites artists and artisans to display and sell their hand-crafted goods. Applications are now available for the event, which will be held on Saturday, May 21 at Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park & Beach in Oyster Bay. “We are calling on all local artists and artisans to fill out an application today to take part in this great opportunity to showcase their items,” said Town of Oyster Bay Councilwoman Michele Johnson. “The free event on May 21st will also feature live music, food trucks and activities for kids, making it a fun day for the whole family.” Participants must be 18 or older, and display

Hicksville High School student performers Roman Charan as Charlie Brown, Pratiksha Malayil as Sally Brown, Allison George as Lucy Van Pelt, Joseph Casas as Linus Van Pelt, Emma Michell as Snoopy and Khristian Romano as Schroeder performing in the musical “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.” Photo courtesy of Hicksville Public Schools Hicksville High School Repertory Company recently presented “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.” The show featured 18 actors, 35 musicians and a backstage crew of students in grades 9-–12 exploring life’s great questions as they play baseball, struggle with homework, sing songs, swoon over their crushes, and celebrate the joy of friendship. Students performed three performances to a live audience over the weekend of March 11. This year’s production was a two-act show, with the students performing non-consecutive moments in the life of Charlie Brown starting with the full cast

and sell only their original pieces. No commercial or mass-produced items are permitted. Artists must supply their own 10x10 canopy and additional items required for their space. Additional details and associated costs are provided on the application, available on the Town’s website. Art in the Park is run by the Town’s Department of Community & Youth Services, Cultural and Performing Arts Division. The program focuses on hand-crafted goods, including ceramics, watercolors, glass, jewelry, wood, leather, sculpture and more. Additional information is available on the Town’s website at www.oysterbaytown.com/capa or by calling (516) 797-7932.

Gardiners Avenue students share love, positivity

performing “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.” The show then progressed into other key moments of his life, with song selections that included “The Doctor Is In,” “The Book Report,” “Glee Club Rehearsal” and “Happiness.” “All of these young performers have worked extremely hard every day after school for months to put together this production,” stated Caitlin Cassidy, Hicksville High School English and theatre teacher. “Returning to the stage was an exciting opportunity for the students, teachers and the entire school community!”

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designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to the LLC, 17 Woodgreen Way, Syosset NY 11791. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. SYO 4417 6X 03/25,04/01,08,15,22,29

Students at Gardiners Avenue Elementary School shared messages of positivity. Photo courtesy of Levittown Public Schools Bright messages of love and positivity shared by students at Gardiners Avenue Elementary School in the Levittown Public School District are on display in celebration of P.S. I Love You Day. Positive messages including “Be strong” and

“Always be brave,” in the shapes of hearts and feathers can be found in the halls. The messages were shared between students and assembled to create a heart with wings, reminding students daily of the importance of acceptance.

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Levittown middle schools send out positivity

Students and staff from Jonas E. Salk Middle School and Wisdom Lane Middle School discussed mental wellness during the Waves of Positivity event. Photo courtesy of Levittown Public Schools

Students in grades 6–8 from Jonas E. Salk Middle School and Wisdom Lane Middle School hosted Waves of Positivity on March 7, an event aimed at promoting mental well-being and healthy habits. The evening consisted of a series of workshops that provided students many opportunities to explore ways to be mindful, raise awareness of mental wellness and meet social-emotional needs. Fun was had by students and staff while learning how to handle stress and anxiety in positive, meaningful ways. From the workshops to hands-on experiences and thought-provoking conversations, all visitors walked away feeling happy and connected to one another. Twelfth grade students from General Douglas MacArthur High School and Division Avenue High School were

instrumental in getting middle school students in the mindset to create vision boards while English teachers Ms. Casey and Ms. Cai discussed the art of journaling to get in touch with one’s emotions. Ms. Miceli and Mrs. Williams, school social workers, provided a Brain Power Workshop for students to understand the way their brains work and provided hands-on Mood Boosting stations for students to get ideas on how to relieve stress-induced feelings using their five senses. Ms. Bronstein and Ms. Pagnotta, also school social workers, gave students suggestions on breathing techniques to use when they feel anxious, while Ms. Rosenblum taught the students how to make bracelets from hand-made paper beads created in Kenya with her Reason2Smile program.

Lee Road students send gifts to kids in need

Lee Road Elementary School students Nicholas Browne and Rebecca Wasik helped create birthday boxes for children in need in Rochelle Cascio’s second grade class. Photos courtesy of Levittown Public Schools

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Students at Lee Road Elementary School in the Levittown Public School District partnered up with Birthday Wishes, a local charitable organization that creates birthday celebrations for homeless children, for their January Community Service Project. Together as a school community, a wide range of birthday boxes were created for homeless children. The boxes were filled with all the ingredients for a festive party, including decorations, paper goods, a gift and more. The Lee Road Community Service students and Student Council students made daily announcements, which inspired the whole school to get involved. In the end, students’ hard work helped the project surpass its goal of birthday boxes created.

Lorina Michele Amore of Old Bethpage has been named to the Dean’ s List at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln for the fall semester of the 2021–22 academic year. Amore, a senior majoring in communication studies, was named to the Dean’s List for the College of Arts and Sciences.

mum semester GPA of 3.6 or higher and complete six or more credits without any incomplete grades. To qualify for the Presidential Honor List, students must achieve a minimum semester GPA of 3.7 and complete at least 12 credit hours without any incomplete grades.

Bryant University is pleased to recognize the students who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to academic excellence and achievement. The following students were named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2021 semester: Jessica Colalillo, Class of 2025, from Syosset Andrew Becker, Class of 2025, from Old Bethpage Christina Hydo, Class of 2023, from Bethpage

SUNY Oswego recently recognized the following local residents as high academic achievers on its President’s List and Dean’s List for the Fall 2021 semester: President’s List students are those attaining semester grade-point averages of 3.8 or higher while carrying required academic credits. Students on the President’s List include: Mia A. Dircks, Bethpage, broadcasting and mass communication Sofia N. Gamboa, Hicksville, undeclared Maxine L. Gilder, Syosset, marketing Elizabeth Mann, Bethpage, creative writing, cinema and screen studies

Bryant University is pleased to recognize the students who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to academic excellence and achievement. Christina Hydo, Class of 2023, from Bethpage, NY, has been named to the President’s List for the Fall 2021 semester. The President’s List is an academic distinction reserved for Bryant’s highest achievers who earn a GPA of 4.0 or better for at least 12 semester hours of work. n

Kelli Heffer of Bethpage was one of more than 130 Lebanon Valley College student-athletes to be named to the Middle Atlantic Conference’s (MAC) Fall Academic Honor Roll. Heffer, a gradute of Plainedge High School, is a member of the Lebanon Valley College volleyball team, and is pursuing a bachelor of science in exercise science at The Valley. The academic honor roll is comprised of student-athletes who compete in a varsity-level sport and registered a term/ semester GPA of 3.20 (on a 4.00 scale) or higher. n

A total of 1,330 students were named to New York Insitute of Technology honor lists for Fall 2021. Bethpage students recognized include: Jake Samler, who was named to the Dean’s List. Julia Andor, who was named to the Presidential Honor List. Kaitlyn Andor, who was named to the Presidential Honor List. Angelina Badolato, who was named to the Presidential Honor List. Mohammad Hassan, who was named to the Presidential Honor List. Harutiun Kljyan, who was named to the Presidential Honor List. Lily Kljyan, who was named to the Presidential Honor List. To qualify for the Dean's List, fulltime students must earn a GPA of at least 3.5 and complete 12 or more credit hours without any incomplete grades. Part-time students must achieve a mini-

Dean’s List students are those attaining semester grade-point averages between 3.3 and 3.79 while carrying required academic credits. Students on the Dean’s List include: Logan E. Bashkin, Plainview, psychology Stephanie Carroll, Plainview, psychology Benjamin L. Diamond, Plainview, journalism Shenghan Gao, Jericho, teaching English to speakers of other languages Zachary J. Hilbert, Plainview, technology education Akitora Iyoda, Syosset, history; philosophy, politics and economics Zachary S. Malamud, Plainview, broadcasting and mass communication Brian E. Saccone, Plainview, broadcasting and mass communication Eric Uzzo, Bethpage, marketing n

Lakeview College of Nursing recently held a White Coat Ceremony to recognize students who achieved the transition into clinical practice within their bachelor’s degree nursing program. Cindy Ho of Hicksville was one of the students who was honored by receiving a white coat. Ho attends Lakeview’s Danville Campus. n

Students at Fairleigh Dickinson University’s Florham Campus, located in Madison, NJ have been named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2021 semester. To qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must carry a 3.2 or better grade point average out of a possible 4.0 and be enrolled in a minimum of 12 letter-graded hours (four courses). Marc Brancaleone of Plainview Brendan Godfrey of Bethpage Students

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University’s Florham Campus, located in Madison, NJ, have been named to the Honors Lists for the Fall 2021 semester. To qualify for the Honors List, a student must carry a 3.5 or better grade point average out of a possible 4.0 and be enrolled in a minimum of 12 letter-graded hours (four courses). Nina Carlomusto of Hicksville Thomas Consiglio of Levittown Anjali Patel of Hicksville n

Brianna Fitzgerald of Bethpage and Madison Gillis of Levittown are members of SUNY New Paltz’s State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) Championshipwinning women’s basketball team. SUNY New Paltz got the defensive stops it needed to hold off top-seeded Cortland, and come away with an extremely close 66-63 victory. n

The following local residents made the Dean’s List at Rochester Institute of Technology for the Fall 2021 semester. Bethpage Christina Baron, who is in the industrial design program. Kathryn Backman, who is in the mechanical engineering program. Hicksville Thomas McCartney, who is in the computing security program. Aniket Sonika, who is in the computer engineering program. Chris (Kip) Rath, who is in the computing security program. Levittown Arvin Choudhary, who is in the computer engineering program. n

Edward Pena of Hicksville received a Doctor of Education degree in learning & organizational change from Baylor University during commencement ceremonies in December 21. n

Aiden Huggard Sr. of Hicksville was named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2021 semester at Baylor University, School of Engineering & Computer Science. The Dean’s Academic Honor List recognizes Baylor undergraduates for their outstanding academic work during each semester. Students honored on the Dean’s List earned a minimum semester grade-point average of 3.70 with no grade lower than a “C” while enrolled in at least 12 graded semester hours. n

Emily Anderson of Levittown, a student at Northern Vermont University, was named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2021 semester. Students who achieve between a 3.50 and 3.99 semester average are placed on the Dean’s List. n

Nicole Zacchia of Bethpage, Fatima Ali of Hicksville, and Brandon Moy of Levitown have achieved a perfect 4.0 GPA during the Fall 2021 semester, earning them spots on the Provost’s List

at Hofstra University. n

Forty-eight medical students from New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYITCOM) were inducted into the medical school’s Sigma Sigma Phi chapter, including the following local students: Benna Jacob from Plainview Kimberly Fasciglione from Hicksville Rahul Anand from Hicksville Michael Savallo from Bethpage Sigma Sigma Phi is the national osteopathic medicine honors fraternity for medical students training to become Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.). NYITCOM invites only a select number of students that rank at the top of their class to apply for Sigma Sigma Phi membership. Members are selected based on outstanding academic excellence, leadership qualities, and dedication to service. n

SUNY Delhi announces its Dean’s list for the Fall 2021 semester, a recognition of academic achievement for students who enrolled in six or more credits and earned a 3.5 or higher grade-point average for the semester. Local students named to the list include: Jared Knoll of Plainview pursuing a degree in construction management: design and building Ortal Arusi of Plainview pursuing a degree in nursing Maya Cusicanqui of Bethpage pursuing a degree in veterinary science technology Bethany Hanusch of Levittown pursuing a degree in nursing Erin Nicholson of Levittown pursuing a degree in nursing Jessica Kwasnik of Hicksville pursuing a degree in physical education studies n

Purchase College announced that more than 1,250 students were named to the Dean’s List for the fall semester. Students who have earned this academic honor have maintained a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher and taken a minimum of 12 credits. For BA and BS programs, a semester GPA of 3.50 is required. For BFA and MusB programs, a semester GPA of 3.75 is required. Ahona Dias of Hicksville Max Vera of Plainview Joley Ditchek of Old Bethpage John Warren of Hicksville Benjamin Goldfeder of Levittown Melanie Popescu of Hicksville Nicholas Massimo of Woodbury To be eligible for the Dean’s List, students must carry a semester GPA of 3.5 for Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science programs and 3.75 for Bachelor of Fine Arts and Bachelor of Music Performance programs. They must take a minimum of 12 credits.

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