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HERALD Vol. 73 No. 18
‘Addams Family’ hits the stage
Seaford Cinemas closes its doors
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Annual dinner honors leaders and volunteers Sisters Ann Durkin and Ellen Dolan, owners of Olde Towne Garden Irish & Victorian Gift Shop, received the NasThe Wantagh Chamber of Commerce celebrated the con- sau Council Chambers of Comtributions of several members merce Small Businessperson of during its annual installation the Year award. Originally and awards dinner on April 24. from Galway, Ireland, the sisThe event, which attracted doz- ters established their shop in ens of guests, took place at 1994, selling a selection of Gatsby on the Ocean at Jones imported Irish goods, including B e a c h ’s h i s t o r i c Claddagh jewelry West Bathhouse. and Aran knitwear Joining chamber in an old Victorian members at the dinhouse. ner were State Sen. Dolan said that Steve Rhoads; the Wantagh comCounty Legislator munity had supMichael Giangregoported their busirio, who swore in ness for years, with the chamber’s trusto ya l c u s t o m e r s BARBARA RooNEY lstopping ees during the cereby reguCitizen of the Year mony; and Hemplarly. stead Town Council- Award recipient “We’re a little man Chris Schove r wh e l m e d by neider. the recognition,” Chamber President Cathy Durkin said, “but it’s wonderful McGrory Powell said it was an to receive it.” exciting evening to celebrate The Wantagh Preservation local businesses. “I always love Society, which was founded in this,” McGrory Powell said. 1965 to save an 1885 Victorian “It’s like an intimate dinner railroad station, won the Orgawhile honoring the community nization of the Year Award. who go above and beyond all Since its inception, the society the time.” has maintained the Wantagh Following the swearing-in, Museum and promoted the chamber members announced community’s historical values. the award recipients, who Its president, Matt Susco, received plaques and flowers. Continued on page 10
By CHARlES SHAW
cshaw@liherald.com
Tim Baker/Herald
100 years of serving the community The Nassau County Police Emerald Society Pipe Band marched in Wantagh last Sunday as part of the county Police Department’s 100th anniversary celebration, which drew thousands of South Shore residents to a parade and block party. Story, more photos, Page 3.
A ‘supercalifragilistic’ show
‘Mary Poppins’ takes the stage at Temple B’nai Torah By CHARlES SHAW cshaw@liherald.com
The Mainstage Players of Temple B’nai Torah in Wantagh are ready to hit the stage this month for four performances of the whimsical musical adventure, “Mary Poppins.” The show, based on the iconic story of a magical nanny who brings adventure, music and life lessons to the Banks family, will be performed in the temple’s auditorium. According to temple member Lisa Shubin, who is producing the play, more than 40 performers — a mix of adults and children ages 8 and up — have been rehearsing three to four days a
week since January. “It’s a fun show, and people who come will have a great time,” said Shubin, whose husband, Tom Reilly, is directing the show. Shubin said the decision to stage “Mary Poppins” was based on the cast that they anticipated, considering factors like age range, vocal abilities and acting experience. Playing the lead role of Mary Poppins is Marni Tessler, 30, who said she’s passionate about singing and enjoys the rehearsal process. She added that her parents were members of Temple Emanu-El, and she began performing in temple productions at age 7. Altogether, she has Continued on page 5
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his is something I do because I love Wantagh.