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BRAL VICTORIOUS

Landslide win for incumbent mayor, trustees against Wu slate; turnout 2,500+

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Mayor Pedram Bral won in a landslide over challenger James Wu on Tuesday night, securing a third term by a more than 2-1 margin. BY JA N E LL E CL AUSEN

two incumbent trustees to the Bral, the director of miniVillage of Great Neck Board of mally invasive and robotic Trustees on Tuesday night, end- gynecologic surgery at MaiVoters overwhelmingly re- ing a heated contest brimming monides Medical Center, deturned Mayor Pedram Bral and with rumors and accusations. Continued on Page 67

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Police nab suspect in G.N. aide killing Cops say he was ‘involved’ with victim BY JA N E LL E CL AUSEN

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A young boy rides one of the carnival rides at the street fair.

G.N. street fair, music energize community Festival in village builds on last year’s success BY D E M I G U O

The Great Neck Street Fair and Music Festival returned to the Village Green last weekend just in time for Father’s Day, with added fun through carnival rides and live karaoke. “We wanted to make it much more of an event for our town,” Deputy Mayor Bart Sobel of the Village of Great Neck said, adding that it would be a good way for everyone, even outside of town, to spend time in the Great Neck shopping area. The street fair has been around for decades, he said, but due to declining attendance, efforts have been made to reignite interest. “Casual” is the key word to describe the families who took photos of their children on the carnival rides and friends who waited in line to play test-yourstrength. “We saw them assembling the rides and came over,” said

Talia, a young woman queuing up with her friend. Saturday featured performances in the Village Green Park on a stage provided by the Great Neck Park District. From an appearance by a comedy illusionist at 5 p.m. to various rock ’n’ roll performers who followed, the program lured groups of every age onto the grass. The last two hours of the night were dedicated to on-stage karaoke. The musical performances kept things local. Young Rochelles, a band from Long Beach, performed power pop rock ’n’ roll, with titles such as “I Never Saw the Ramones,” while the Great Neck Chinese Association led traditional dancers and musicians across the stage. Sobel expressed appreciation for the food trucks as well, which recently added kosher options to better reflect what the local community would want. They were parked around carnival rides and game booths — including a ferris

wheel and a test-your-strength stand — where lines stretched back by dozens of people. On Sunday, despite impending rain, the street fair took off as usual, with further performances including New York City singer Simone Lipkin. People milled around the food trucks and a beer garden at Baker Hill Tavern, along with a petting zoo. At the end, however, in what Sobel found to be “kind of a miracle,” the heavy rain just managed to miss the fair itself. “Somehow we threaded that needle,” he said. Sobel also expressed a desire to continue to improve the fair’s popularity by increasing social media presence. He emphasized as well the cooperation of Mayor Pedram Bral, the Great Neck Board of Trustees and the Great Neck Park District in this endeavor. “I wish we could do this more often,” Sobel said, “for the community.”

Police arrested a Massapequa man in connection with the murder of a Great Neck teaching aide and told a news conference Saturday that the two men were involved in a relationship at the time of the fatal stabbing. Det. Lt. Stephen Fitzpatrick, the head of the Nassau County Police Department Homicide Squad, said Ryan Lindquist, 21, allegedly stabbed Evan Grabelsky, 32, more than 100 times at his Merrick home. Fitzpatrick said Grabelsky lived there with his parents, who were away at a dinner party and came home to find their son slain at the landing of the house. Grabelsky and Lindquist met over social media, knew each other for two years and were in a romantic relationship for a year, Fitzpatrick said. “The two of them were down in that bedroom,” Fitzpatrick said. “The attack started down there, in the bedroom, and then escalated throughout the house.” “It appears he was trying to get away,” Fitzpatrick added. Fitzpatrick said multiple injuries on Lindquist’s hands, video surveillance, telephone conversations, text messaging and other factors led them to Lindquist, who now faces a second-degree murder charge. Parents on both sides were not aware of the relationship, he said. Mark Alter, an attorney for Lindquist, was not immediately available for comment on Monday morning. According to his LinkedIn

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Police said they have arrested Ryan Lindquist, 21, of Massapequa, in connection with the murder of Evan Grabelsky, 32, a Great Neck teaching aide from Merrick. profile, Grabelsky had been a special education paraprofessional at Great Neck North High School since September 2015. He assisted with daily instruction for students with severe autism spectrum disorder, helped create special strategies for reinforcing skills and monitored student performance, his LinkedIn profile says. Grabelsky also worked for three years at the Bellmorebased Camp Iconic, a children’s summer camp, first as a division head and later a camp director. Before that he was a residence hall director in Union College and a school counseling intern at New Hyde Park Memorial High School and Mepham High School in Bellmore, according to his LinkedIn profile.

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Submission by a ‘Mandy Lee’ before election sparks backlash from Asian associations BY JA N E LL E C L AUS E N Asian groups and several individuals condemned a letter sent to Blank Slate Media about the Great Neck village elections, describing it as rife with falsehoods and as an attempt to divide the community. The letter in question, signed by “Mandy Lee,” alleged that Chinese-American groups are promoting candidates based on ethnicity rather than qualifications and that the mayoral contest between James Wu and Mayor Pedram Bral was becoming “a Chinese vs. Jewish fight.” The letter was posted on the Island Now website last Tuesday and removed a day later amid questions about the identity of the letter writer. Mandy Lee, a Great Neck resident who is active in the school community, said via Facebook and in a phone call to the paper that she did not write the letter. The letter also alleged that a supporter of Wu said, “We must slap Jews now. It will take two generations to expel them out!” The letter then contended that a leader of an Asian civic group suggested crab restaurants should open in the village. The letter went on to question Wu’s qualifications and said Bral’s administra-

tion would encourage collaboration to “build together a better Village of Great Neck.”

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“ hat’s the only Mandy Lee we know and nobody knows about the other Mandy Lee” Mimi Hu FORMER BOARD MEMBER OF THE GREAT NECK CHINESE ASSOCIATION

Lee, describing herself as “The Real Mandy Lee,” wrote to Blank Slate Media, “Someone has used my name and my community involvement without my authority to publish this despicable article. The purpose of the article is clearly trying to divide our community by providing false information and persuade voters.” While the letter was online, it garnered more than 300 views and condemnation from both the Northshore Asian Civic Association, or NACA, and the Great Neck Chinese Association, or GNCA. NACA said in a statement that an image of racist remarks was “meticulously edited and intentionally mistranslated to

serve the dark purpose of dividing this community.” There were no such discussions in Wu’s campaign group, the group said, calling the letter’s commentary “purely speculative and exaggeration without any factual basis.” “We want to make ourselves very clear: The racial remarks are repulsive and fabricated with distorted details,” NACA said. “NACA has zero tolerance for such racial divide and moral ambiguity.” “Both NACA and fellow Asian resi-

dents in this community were deeply troubled and sickened by such bigotry in this great community that we live in,” the group added. “We are also concerned about the fact that certain people are using such rhetoric for the basis of the upcoming Village of Great Neck election.” The Great Neck Chinese Association board of directors said in a statement that while it encourages members to register and vote, its policy is not to endorse any political candidate or participate in political campaigns and that claims otherwise are false. “We stand by this policy with the understanding that our members hold a wide spectrum of political and religious views,” the board said. “However, we steadfastly and unconditionally condemn any form of anti-Semitism and denounce any action or speech designed to divide our community on the basis of race or ethnicity.” The Village for All campaign, which includes Wu, Julia Shields and Harold Citron, also posted a statement from Wu on its Facebook page Monday. In it he denounced anti-Semitism as well as the comments and said “these statements would never be made by anyone affiliated with my campaign.” “Hate speech is wrong and I reject Continued on Page 67

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NSHA grads moving to next chapter G.N. yeshiva students urged to challenge themselves, be kind and embrace their heritage BY JA N E LL E CL AUSEN

More than 100 students graduated from the Great Neckbased yeshiva North Shore Hebrew Academy High School last Thursday night, with school leaders charging the students to challenge themselves, be kind and find strength in their heritage. Daniel Vitow, the headmaster of the North Shore Hebrew Academy, shared stories of composer Benjamin Zander and of Rabbi Meir, a Jewish sage, on how a leader’s success can be gauged by the shine in those they inspire. And in doing so, Vitow described the class of 2019 as “one of our finest and best classes ever.” “Your eyes have always had a special shine, but now they really do,” Vitow said. “You are warm, you are kind, you are respectful, you are caring and you are nurturing in ways that are extremely rare, even in people who are much older than you, let alone people of your age.”

speaks, but a special heart that listens,” Muller said. Rabbi Noam Weinberg, the principal of the school, said that students will be entering a world of rising anti-Semitism both overt and subtle. He also described college campuses as “the new breeding ground for antiSemitism,” but said the graduates should not shy away. Students should instead embrace their Jewish heritage and that they are royalty, Weinberg said, and realize there is an obligation to succeed “because the price of failure is too high.” “Our response to anti-Semitism and assimilation is to go through life asking the question, ‘What makes me great?’” Weinberg said. “Not ‘Am I great,’ but, ‘I know I’m great, what are the parts that enable that to be.’” PHOTO BY JANELLE CLAUSEN “Each one of you is a prince and a princess,” Weinberg addMore than 100 students graduated from North Shore Hebrew Academy on Thursday night, ed. “Each one of you is royalty.” Also among the speakers with school leaders charging for them to lead and stay true last who they are. were Rabbi Yehuda Chinskey, Danielle Muller, the presi- will be challenges, don’t worry But most important, she who offered the Tefillah, Andrew dent of North Shore Hebrew too much, as there will be mis- said, is to be kind. Gottlieb, the speaker of the class, Academy, advised graduates to steps, and to not compare one“Many times what people and Dalia Etessami, the valedicbe ambitious, even though there self to other. need is not a brilliant mind that torian.

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GOP seeks assessment transparency Legislators introduce bill requiring county exec to release files used to determine values BY J E S S I C A PA R K S

Republicans of the Nassau County Legislature introduced legislation on Tuesday requiring Nassau County Executive Laura Curran to release all electronic files involved in determining residents’ property values. “It is a fundamental right of taxpayers to know how their assessment is calculated and how their taxes are determined,” said Presiding Officer Richard Nicolello (R-New Hyde Park). He said that Curran’s administration and Nassau County Assessor David Moog have refused to provide residents information “to which they have every right” and now “the Legislature will force them to release this information.” The electronic data requested includes formulas, algorithms, programs and materials used to calculate assessed home values. Curran announced plans for a countywide reassessment last year after the tax roll had been frozen for nearly a decade. Newly assessed values will be reflected in the property taxes of county homeowners for the 2020-21 tax year. Nicolello discussed the Curran’s administration’s recently stepping back from claims of the assessment formula being considered a “trade secret” which prohibited the formula’s release. Lynbrook homeowner Dennis Duffy requested the formula from the county earlier

puter statistics and programming” and urged Curran’s administration to explain how the formula works. County spokeswoman Christine Geed said in an email that Standard Valuation Services, the firm contracted by the county, has the right to protect its intellectual property. “SVS cooperated by producing the computer files which were delivered to Mr. Duffy,” she said. She said the GOP majority is using Mr. Duffy and attacks on SVS to avoid passing the Taxpayer Protection Plan legislation, which phases in property tax increases and decreases resulting from reassessment over a PHOTO COURTESY OF THE MAJORITY CAUCUS period of five years. The bill was approved in the New York Legislature but has yet to be The Majority Caucus of the Nassau County Legislature introduced legislation brought to a vote in the County Legislature. “We’re committed to fixing the mess of that would require the county to release electronic data used to calculate the assessment system and creating fairness assessed values. for all residents,” Geed said. “This is transthis year and was told the formula was not nary assessments were established depend- parency. We are confident in the work of our subject to the Freedom of Information Law ing on the class of the property.” vendors to produce more fair and accurate “Stated differently, they are the algo- home values, and I invite the Presiding Ofbecause it was a trade secret. Duffy sued the county in state Supreme rithms for the reassessment,” he said. ficer to meet with SVS, a respected County However, Newsday reported that a Vendor.” Court in April and received a response from the county stating “there was legitimate mis- group of county residents who are engaged Nicolello said the legislation is expected understanding as to what was sought and in litigation against the county said their data to go before the County Legislature in July whether or not the code could be disclosed,” expert found that 14 lines of code necessary or August. to calculate assessed property value were according to court documents. “It is time for the administration and AsThe county released the 239-page docu- missing from the document. sessor Moog to stop playing politics with asHempstead Tax Receiver Donald Clavin sessment and to stop hiding behind claims of ment to Duffy in late May, which Deputy County Attorney Andrew Scott said displays said the document could only be understood ‘trade secrets’ and similar excuses,” he said. “the actual codes by which all of the prelimi- by a person with a “doctorate degree in com-

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L.I. Dems vote no on driver’s license bill Lavine sole legislator to approve legislation allowing undocumented immigrants to drive BY J E S S I C A PA R K S Politicians representing the North Shore of Nassau County overwhelmingly voted against a bill that allows undocumented immigrants to obtain driver’s licenses. Assemblyman Charles Lavine (D-Glen Cove) was the only vote from the North Shore of the county in favor of the bill that was signed into law by Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Monday. None of the state senators representing Long Island voted in favor of the legislation, including Anna Kaplan (D-Great Neck). The Driver’s License Access and Privacy Act passed the state Senate 33-29, one vote over the majority required for passage. Both Assemblyman Anthony D’Urso (D-Port Washington) and Assemblyman Edward Ra (R-Franklin Square) voted against the bill in the state Assembly, where 87 voted in favor and 61 against it. A statement from the Long Island Democratic Senate delegation said, “We value the important contributions made by immigrants to our local economy and our communities, which is why we have given this piece of legislation careful consideration.” It continued to say “our vote is based

migrants with a legal solution to obtain a driver’s license, but its positive impacts will include significant economic growth, improved road safety, and keep hardworking families together.” The legislation expands the identification accepted for noncommercial driver’s license or learner’s permit applications to include foreign passports, foreign driver’s licenses and identification documents issued from a foreign consulate. The Social Security number requirement is waived and applicants can sign an affidavit stating that they have not yet been issued a Social Security number. The signed affidavit will also provide the Department of Motor Vehicles with discretion to approve the additional proof of identification and age. Sepulveda added that with the bill’s passage “millions of dollars will be raised in revenue, auto insurance premiums will decrease, and local economies will boom PHOTO BY JESSICA PARKS as earnings and spending increase.” The Fiscal Policy Institute estimates that an additional $83.9 million in govState Sen. Anna Kaplan (D-Great Neck) and other Long Island Democratic ernment revenue will be generated statesenators voted against a bill granting driver’s licenses to undocumented wide over the first three years as a result immigrants. of the legislation. A recurring $6.4 million is expected to be generated each year on the continued existence of serious conState Sen. Luis Sepulveda (D-Bronx), thereafter. Immigration status was not cerns raised by stakeholders and law en- the bill’s sponsor, said, “This legislation included as a stipulation to obtaining a forcement.” will not only provide undocumented im- driver’s license until 2001.

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L.I. reps call for water standards Long Island leaders hold a conference after report finds contaminants in 34 water systems BY T E R I W EST Long Island politicians across party lines are jointly urging the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to set drinking water standards for contaminants after a recent New York Public Interest Research Group report that said Long Island has the worst drinking water in the state. A June 7 letter signed by U.S. Reps. Kathleen Rice (D-Garden City), Tom Suozzi (D-Glen Cove), Peter King (R-Seaford) and Lee Zeldin (R-Shirley) calls on the agency to set a national standard for maximum contaminant levels of chemicals such as 1,4-dioxane, which the EPA says is likely a carcinogen. It also requests financial assistance for Long Island water providers as they tackle the issue. “The contamination’s extensive,” King said at a Tuesday news conference. “It’s real.” The EPA has not yet responded to the letter, Rice said. Emerging contaminants that have been detected in Long Island water include 1,4-dioxane,

the public should be the driving factor in whether consumers should be alarmed,” it said. In December, nine Nassau County water districts sued three companies that have a history of industrial work on Long Island. Manhasset-Lakeville Water District joined them in January. It is an effort to have parties responsible for contamination pay for the cleanup, said Paul Schrader, superintendent of the Manhasset-Lakeville Water District. The Port Washington Water District recently reported a 1,4-dioxane quantity in one of its wells that exceeded the maximum recommended amount. “People don’t like it when I say we have a drinking water PHOTO BY TERI WEST crisis because they’re afraid of scaring the public but there’s a Long Island members of Congress, County Executives Laura Curran and Laura Gillen and difference between scaring the environmental advocates spoke about the bi-partisan water efforts Tuesday. public and informing the public,” Adrienne Esposito, Citizens perfluorooctane sulfonic acid will be released in “a matter of ly seven times more than in the Campaign for the Environment (PFOs) and perfluorooctanoic weeks.” There are no national Hudson Valley, which had the executive director, said at the second highest number of detec- news conference. “The credit is acid (PFAs). All three remain un- standards. The New York drinking wa- tions. regulated in New York, but the deserved to this bipartisan group “The existence of these con- of elected officials who are not state Department of Health is ter report released in May said developing standards that Gov. 1,4-dioxane was detected in 34 taminants should be of concern, afraid to talk about this issue.” Andrew Cuomo told Newsday Long Island water systems, near- and how officials act to protect

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FAA considers new plane height rules BY T E R I W EST

The Federal Aviation Administration is reviewing the possibility of requiring airplanes that fly into John F. Kennedy International Airport over areas west of Deer Park to fly no lower than 4,000 feet. The new procedure was planned to begin June 24, U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi (D-Glen Cove) announced Monday, but the FAA said via email Tuesday that it is postponing the start date. Additionally, planes more than 15 miles away from the airport would be required to remain at 3,000 feet when Kennedy Airport’s less frequently used runway is out of service, the congressman said. There would also be increased runway rotation. Some planes are flying as low as 2,000, feet, exacerbating the issue of airplane noise that has worsened in recent years due to changing flight patterns and in recent months due to runway renovation, Suozzi said. The altitude changes would be an immediate partial remedy as area lawmakers continue to advocate for altered flight patterns, he said. The initiative

came as a result of a meeting with Federal Aviation Administration representatives, air traffic controllers, Port Authority representatives, air traffic controller union representatives, Nassau County Executive Laura Curran and U.S. Rep. Kathleen Rice (D-Garden City). “They require additional internal evaluation,” the FAA said in the email explaining why the June 24 implementation date was delayed. “The FAA will coordinate with stakeholders before it makes any decision to implement them.” Airplane noise has affected the quality of life for Long Islanders in recent years, residents and officials say. Communities such as Roslyn and Floral Park have noticed a considerable increase in air traffic as the FAA has started rolling out a modernized aviation system called NextGen. NextGen narrowed the air traffic routes over Long Island, making them more parallel rather than Vshaped, Suozzi said. A Kennedy Airport runway has also been closed for repaving since the first week of April, according to the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey,

which has caused even more planes to fly in the new patterns, Suozzi said. The work is scheduled to continue until November. “A lot of people who don’t know this issue say, ‘Oh, people should know if they move near an airport, they’re going to have this problem,’” Suozzi said. “We’re 20 miles from an airport.” Roslyn Heights resident Steve North said airplanes have made it hard for him to enjoy his home in recent months. He normally sits in a gazebo in his yard when the weather is nice but has been unable to this year. “I close all the windows in my house, I turn on the air conditioning to make a little bit of white noise and I turn on the music … and it barely helps,” he said. North has tracked flights over his home using airnoise. io, a website that allows users to determine a plane’s height when it is flying over a particular location, and said he has found that many are between 1,500 and 2,000 feet above the ground. New airplane altitude requirements are a good first step

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U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi in the village of Old Brookville Monday, announcing new plane height requirements. toward relief and an acknowledgment that this is a real issue affecting many communities, North said. Roslyn Estates Mayor Paul Leone Peters attended the Monday news conference on behalf of his constituents, although only one has come to him about the issue, he said. “If you’re doubling the

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USMMA celebrates commencement BY JA N E LL E CL AUSEN The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point graduated 200 students at its commencement ceremony Saturday, with speakers urging mariners to go “full ahead” and dozens of graduates accepting officer commissions. Among the speakers were Superintendent Jack Buono, Capt. Donald Marcus, a 1979 alumnus and president of the International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots, and Peter Navarro, an assistant to President Donald Trump and director of the Office of Trade and Manufacturing Policy. “Complacency is your enemy. Guard against it and be the best mariner you can be,” Buono told graduates. “Your nation deserves that from you and those that sail and serve with you, they deserve it as well. I have no doubt you will live a life of and embody Acta Non Verba,” the academy’s motto of Action, Not Words. Almost half – 99 – of the graduates were commissioned as strategic sealift officers, who are commissioned officers in the U.S. Navy Reserve assigned to reserve U.S. naval activities supporting strategic sealift in times of national defense or emergency. There were 17 commissioned as officers in the U.S. Navy, 12 commissioned as officers in the U.S. Coast Guard, 10 commissioned as officers in the U.S. Marine Corps, nine commissioned as officers in the U.S. Air Force, and six accepting commissions as officers in the U.S. Army. Four graduates expect to receive U.S. Army commissions later in the year, while five graduates expect commissions from the U.S. Marine Corps and four anticipate commissions in the U.S. Coast Guard. One graduate was also commissioned into the Air National Guard and another into the U.S. Air Force reserves. “Some of the most valuable teachers come from the most unlikely sources and sometimes the lessons are painful,” Marcus said. “But as you learned at this institution, if you persevere, if you have determination and you listen and you grow, you will weather whatever storm approaches.”

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Two hundred graduated from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy on Saturday morning.

The Great Neck News, Friday, June 21, 2019

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Opinion Editorial Cartoon

OUR VIEWS

VGN election holds up ugly reflection

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he letter to the editor was emailed to us last Saturday, expressing concerns that the focus of the upcoming election in the Village of Great Neck was becoming one of ethnicity – not local issues such as taxes and local development. The letter, which was signed by a “group of disturbed and confused Chinese-Americans in Great Neck,” said they were being pressured by members of their own community to vote for mayoral challenger James Wu because he was a Chinese-American and his opponent was Jewish. “This election is becoming in many circles a Chinese vs. Jewish fight,” the letter added. Wu was running against Mayor Pedram Bral, a doctor who emigrated from Iran more than three decades ago and is Jewish. For his part, Wu had said he had heard people were being told to vote against him because he was a Chinese-American. We responded to the email on Sunday, saying the newspaper’s policy was to include the name or names of those writing a letter and the communities in which they lived. On Tuesday, we received a response, saying the group had decided to publish the letter under the name of the person sending the email – Mandy Lee of the Village of Great Neck. The email address included the name Mandylee. The letter was published on Tuesday afternoon. On Wednesday morning, we received a phone call from a woman who said her name was Mandy Lee, that she lived in Great Neck but not the Village of Great Neck, that she did not write the letter that was published and that her name was being used by a supporter of Bral.

The email sender, who included her home address for verification and signed her name The Real Mandy Lee, demanded that the letter be taken off our website. She said she and her family had been subjected to angry comments. She also said the letter did not reflect her views and was “clearly trying to divide our community by providing false information.” Her email address did not include the name Mandy Lee. The newspaper then attempted to verify the claims of the two people claiming to be Mandy Lee. We wrote an email to the letter writer, explaining the claim and asking that the letter writer send further proof that she was, in fact, Mandy Lee – her home address and a photo of her license. We explained the purpose was just to verify her identity and would not be included in the paper. We verified the identity of the second letter writer by her address and names of individuals in Great Neck with whom we were familiar. When we did not hear back from the first letter writer by Wednesday afternoon, we took the letter down from our website and removed it from our print edition, which was about to be published. Then, after the paper went to press, we received an email from the first letter writer, saying she was Mandy Lee and there apparently were two women with the same name living in Great Neck. But, she said, she did not want to provide further proof after seeing“all those crazy verbal attacks and discussions in social media.” Welcome to the Village of Great Neck. And welcome to American politics in the year 2019. The Mandy Lee story is very much a story of Great Neck, exposing the fault lines of ethnicity, racial

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differences, immigrants from Iran, religious conflicts between orthodox, conservative and reform Jews and, of course, political differences between Democrats and Republicans in the era of Donald Trump. During the heated exchange over Mandy Lee, an even more heated email exchange was taking place among Jewish residents. The exchange ranged from concerns over how to properly observe a particular Jewish holiday to complaints that a victory by Wu’s slate would encourage more black people to move into Great Neck because one of Wu’s running mates, Julia Shields, was black. Concerns were also raised of misleading political advertising being distributed in houses of worship and of houses of worship actively participating in political campaigns. This is not the first time that these kinds of division have appeared in Great Neck. Similar divisions have appeared in recent years in races for village government, school board and library board. In a race for the library board, a Chinese-American candidate was verbally attacked at the Great Neck Street Fair because of her support for LBGTQ rights. Sadly, this is also not new to elections anywhere in this country. The exploitation of people’s biases has been part of this country’s elec-

REPORTERS Janelle Clausen, Teri West, Jessica Parks, Tom McCarthy

by Russians posing as Americans were read by voters during the 2016 election first to divide and then to elect Trump president. Yes, it is true that Trump did not invent the use of divisions among Americans for political advantage. But he has certainly been a master in exploiting them for his advantage. So, sadly, what has been taking place in Great Neck appears to be a sign of the times – and we should expect to be part of the 2020 presidential election. We as a newspaper have always tried to give our readers as much an opportunity as we can to express their views. This can be seen in the many letters we published for and against candidates running on both slates in the Village of Great Neck election. But we have also learned some valuable lessons about the new world in which we live – where we need to increase our vigilance to determine if someone is who they say they are. So going forward, we are taking a small step by requiring letter-writers to provide their home addresses and phone numbers. Just in case. The bigger question is what all of us can do to come together to develop solutions to our problems rather than being distracted by appeals that divide us.

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tions since our nation’s founding. What is new is the impact of social media such as Facebook, email and the internet – and the person sitting in the White House. They have combined to inflame what was already a ugly blemish on our body politic. The letter at the center of the Mandy Lee controversy never appeared in any of the Blank Slate Media papers. It only appeared online for less than a day. But in that time, the letter became a widespread topic of conversation with the help of social media where behind a cloak of anonymity provided by Facebook and other social media the two people who said they were Mandy Lee were subjected to harsh criticism that both said made them concerned for their own safety and the safety of family members. This should sound very familiar to every voter in this country. The recently issued report from special counsel Robert Mueller detailed how Russian operatives used social media to foster divisiveness among Americans along all the fault lines on display in the Village of Great Neck and then some. At the end of an investigation that Trump called a hoax, Mueller described in fine detail how 126 million Facebook messages were sent

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ON THE RIGHT

Rent law helps rich tenants, hurts poor

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ack in 1943, the federal government imposed wartime rent controls on New York. The measures, the Roosevelt administration promised, would be temporary. Seven years later, the feds lifted the controls, but Albany pols decided to pass legislation to keep them in place in New York City and the surrounding suburbs. “As a result,” housing expert William Tucker reported, “[the] city essentially missed the postwar boom in housing construction.” Rent control laws not only discouraged investments in new apartment building projects, they encouraged landlords to defer maintenance and to walk away from money-losing multi-family properties. By the mid-1970s, more than 250,000 New York City apartments were abandoned and by the 1990s, the city was the largest owner of rundown apartment buildings. In 1996, Gov. Pataki and the Republican-controlled Senate managed to get a deal with

Assembly Democrats that somewhat modified the onerous rent laws. The key reform stripped rent control protection for higher rent apartments and imposed income tests for tenants in apartments renting for at least $2,000 a month. Over time, about 155,000 apartments were liberated from controls. Yet, despite the modest changes, New York City still regulates the rent of approximately 1 million apartments housing some 2 million people. And now, thanks to Gov. Andrew Cuomo and the Democratic state Legislature, a radical rent control law became law on June 14 that will have dire economic consequences. The new law, New York Post real estate reporter Steve Cuozzo, observed “makes it likely that no new apartment buildings will rise. It guarantees that existing ones will decay. It will make repairs and upgrades prohibitively expensive for landlords who must eke out puny profits from properties that require major reinvestment, but

GEORGE J. MARLIN On The Right where they can’t charge enough rent to pay.” Why the doom and gloom? Well, first and foremost, the new law eliminates vacancy decontrol for regulated apartments whose rent hits $2,774 a month. The ability to raise rents up to 20 percent after a regulated apartment becomes vacant has also been eliminated. Annual rent hikes for capital improvements will drop from 6 percent to 2 percent, thus making it more difficult for owners to fully

recover the cost of renovations. The high-income rule that permitted the deregulation of an apartment that was rented by a tenant earning over $200,000 for two back-to-back years has been eliminated. The law expands “the housing court’s authority to postpone an eviction for a year — usually because the tenant isn’t paying rent — if the tenant cannot find a similar suitable dwelling in the same neighborhood.” And unlike previous rent control laws that had to be reviewed and renewed every five years, this law is permanent. Finally, to spread the misery, the legislation permits municipalities throughout the state to impose rent control laws. When signing the legislation into law, Cuomo said, “I’m confident the measure passed today is the strongest possible set of reforms that the Legislature was able to pass and are a major step forward for tenants across New York.” Nonsense. The laws will ultimately hurt working-class tenants.

An analysis by The Wall Street Journal concluded the new rent rules give a bigger boost to wealthy renters over low-income ones. The Citizens Budget Commission, an independent watchdog group, agreed: “Many of the proposed changes will further benefit upper-income residents without providing relief to lower-income households most likely to be rentburdened.” Expect the new rent law todisincentivizeowners from spending money to improve their regulated properties and to discourage real estate investors from building new multi-family housing rentals for the middle-class. Instead, they will make investments in condominium and co-op apartment projects for the top one percenters. This law will not improve New York’s housing stock. Instead it will degrade privately owned apartment buildings until they are on a par with New York City’s dilapidated public housing stock, which needs an incredible $32 billion in capital repairs.

A LOOK ON THE LIGHTER SIDE

Thoughts about movie magic, reality

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nce upon a time, if you wanted to get an idea into popular culture, you wrote a short story or a novel: “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde”; “The Time Machine”; “1984.” Those are still important, but a more effective way to reach popular culture has emerged: the movies. Take “The China Syndrome” about a fictional nuclear reactor whose meltdown threatened to take it “all the way to China!” It hit America’s screens a mere 12 days before a real-life nuclear accident at Three Mile Island in Pennsylvania and the uncanny timing helped sear the concept of meltdown into America’s vocabulary. Or “Wag the Dog” from 1997. People still use this phrase to mean a president who starts a phony war to distract from a sex scandal. Then there’s “The Matrix.” I’ve been hearing about this film since it came out in 1999, but somehow never took the time to see it. Not until my own children were aghast at my ignorance.

I had read someone’s blog post about “red-pilled” America. “Are they talking about Red State America?” I asked my kids. “No, Mom,” they replied. “It’s completely different.” “Different how?” “You still haven’t seen ‘The Matrix,’ have you? You must be the last person in America. Go see it, and then we’ll talk.” So I borrowed a copy and watched it. I don’t suppose we need worry much about spoilers, but — just in case I’m only the second-to-last one to see it — let this be your warning to stop reading now. The film takes place in a maximally dystopian 2199, when machines have taken over the Earth to such an extent that humans are bred, and fed, and kept all their lives in tanks, simply to provide bio-energy for the machines. To keep humans pacified, the machines have woven a completely false digital reality all around them, sending appropriate information to all the senses … to the point that almost everyone believes they are living, working, and walking around,

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A Look on the Lighter Side when really they’re just naked bodies in tanks. Morpheus, a charismatic leader played by Laurence Fishburne, offers Keanu Reeves, or Neo, two options: a blue pill, which would return him to the world he has known, where he can continue to “believe whatever you want to believe,” or the red pill, which prompts an awakening to a bitter and scary reality. There is much chasing and violence — including innovative scenes where Neo and his com-

patriots seem able to bend time, walk up walls and play limbo with slow-moving bullets. These cutting-edge techniques soon cropped up in other films and ads in the years after “Matrix” debuted. That’s one way the film was influential. Another was the concept of having one’s body hooked up in one place, while it was having experiences somewhere else. That has since been used to great effect in many other works — most notably in James Cameron’s “Avatar,” of 2009. But, in fact, this is merely a high-tech, big budget version of an idea I first heard in my philosophy classes. The idea of a “brain in a vat” goes back at least to René Descartes, who hypothesized that perhaps all of consciousness was just a bunch of sensations being fed to us by an “evil demon.” Then Bishop Berkeley came along and said that these sensations were sent, not by a demon but by God. And if things continue to exist when we’re not looking at them, that is proof, not of the objects’ reality but of God’s.

Writer Samuel Johnson had no patience with this kind of talk. “I refute you thus!” he supposedly said, kicking a rock. That line became one of my husband’s favorite quotes. (Without the kicking, of course; tickling is his weapon of choice.) “So, Mom — let’s cut to the chase…” “Not more movie talk!” “Do you get what ‘red pill’ means now?” “I guess so.” Red pill means waking up to unpleasant reality. Blue means the pleasant illusion. It’s independent of the Red State/Blue State division, which didn’t arise until the Bush/Gore election, a year after the movie’s release. But the sad truth about America today is that many of us, both “Red” and “Blue,” are having a hard time facing reality — about climate change and so much else. Perhaps our situation isn’t as dire as that of “The Matrix” — yet. But we must manage without any color pills or Morpheus or Neo. I hope we are up to the task.

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OUT OF LEFT FIELD

Fathers are evolving into good dads

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his truth is self-evident: Fathers are indispensable. For years, I heard a dynamic, bright elder remind his adult children: “Without me there would be no you.” Paternity has varied over recent decades. The good news is that men have been moving beyond narrow patriarchy and making significant contributions as fathers/parents. Those who live with their children in two-parent households are most advantaged as, indeed, are those children. Childrearing is likely to be most efficacious when both parents are caring, attentive, committed to each other and effective role models for their youngsters. It has not always been thus. Four decades ago, Dustin Hoffman starred in the film “Kramer vs. Kramer.” He justified absences from wife and children by saying: “What do you expect? It’s a jungle out there and I’m bringing home the bacon.” In the early 1960s, anthropologist Margaret Mead said most men would be finalists for Absent Father of the Year contests. She elaborated that “housewife” was a reasonable term for women more associated with their home than with their husband.

Gail Collins effectively charts emerging family and gender themes in her superb book, “When Everything Changed.” Women’s “rights” were redefined as women’s “liberation,” and probing inquiries were launched, not only into “the feminine mystique” (Betty Friedan’s title), but also — albeit more slowly — into the “masculine mystique.” As women found their voices in consciousness-raising groups in the ’60s, they contended that “the personal is political,” and pushed for equality in society. Less known now, and at the time, were the men’s C-R groups, usually involving spouses of liberated women. It was an encouraging sign that husbands and fathers were willing to adopt the feminist C-R model to examine their own lives. Nearly half a century ago, a few dozen of our North Shore brethren (from Great Neck, Roslyn, Port Washington, Westbury, Manhasset) were so engaged. Like the women’s group they often began examinations of sexist stereotypes by completing two sentences: 1) As a man I must . . . . 2) As a woman I could . . . . The women’s groups made the gender substitution to examine

MICHAEL D’INNOCENZO Out of Left Field what they were obliged to do as females and what they could be free to do if they were males. Ripple effects from these groups — as well as the plethora of social changes depicted by Gail Collins — prepared husbands and wives, fathers and mothers to relate to each other — and their children — better and to make choices beyond old gender boundaries. So, the male who felt as Dustin Hoffman did in “Kramer” that his essential role was as a provider could think more deeply about the nature of work and how it related to other central values for family and self-fulfillment. Of course, neither males nor females could always control how

and where they would work and the income needed properly to support a family. As the great writer and historian Studs Terkel emphasized, “Most people’s jobs are too small for their spirit,” and livable wages are not easy to sustain. Still, as more men and women had raised their consciousness, they could seek better choices to foster the relationships and lives they desired. Also, as Gail Collins showed, emerging generations of fathers and mothers could build on the experiences and knowledge of their elders, making choices that freed them from masculine and feminine mystiques. A striking theme for the early men’s C-R (and later) was challenging the view that men were always supposed to be strong and not show emotion or weakness: real men don’t cry. The process of self (and group) explorations enabled men to get more in touch with their feelings and become more open about showing emotion and warmth — all to the good for wives and children. New Yorker Eve Merriam was in the vanguard of describing changes that would enhance fathers and families when she published “After Nora Slammed the Door” in 1964. Merriam’s reference

point was Ibsen’s 19th century “A Doll’s House” in which husband Helmut says to his wife Nora: “Before all else you are a wife and a mother.” Nora responds: “That I no longer believe. I believe that I am a human being just as much as you are, and have the right to become one.” Nora takes the shocking action of walking out on her husband and two children. Merriam creatively explores various options, but concludes that the best answer is a “double unification” in which men and women fashion satisfactory home lives in harmony with satisfactory work lives, and do so with family support. We have continued to move in that affirmative direction (I was a car driver for Margaret Mead in 1962 — I’m sure she’d be pleased by father and family developments). A striking sign of the changing times was the full page story by Lisa Lerer in the New York Times (June 16), “Trying to Show They Can Be President and a Good Dad” (“Men on the campaign trail are facing a challenge long familiar to women: How to balance politics and parenting”).

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A year of trying to green readers

do many things at home out of concern for the environment. Some are stranger than others. I collect the shower water that I’m wasting (while I wait for the water to warm) in a pail, and use that water to fill the toilet tank after flushing, and I use the water I soak dried beans in to water my house plants. My husband is on my case to avoid buying any groceries in plastic or Styrofoam packaging. (Do you know how hard this is??) And we’re working hard to carpool to just about every activity the kids go to. It makes me feel less odd and extreme when I learn we’re not the only family that adapts behaviors to protect our natural environment. Friends and family members all have their lines in the sand as far as things they won’t do because of the environmental impact, whether it’s not drinking almond milk or letting the lawn grow naturally without any chemical interference. Unfortunately, though, often those individual decisions are coupled with less environmentally

friendly decisions, like ordering items online and driving oversized vehicles that get poor gas mileage. How do we make these decisions and what influences us? This week marks one year since we started writing this column. We all hope that we are influencing you and maybe even changing some of your behaviors. However, it’s a shot in the dark as many campaigns are. Will this message speak to people in such a way that they change their behavior? We question whether it is more effective to target children or adults. Three out of the five of us who write this column are also involved in an effort at one of the elementary schools to raise student awareness about the environmental harm due to all kinds of waste. We started a “reduce” challenge at the school, and each month we focus on a different area to try to reduce waste such as water, energy, and food. Each student receives tally cards on which they track what they do each day to reduce waste.

LYNN CAPUANO Earth Matters At the end of the month, each classroom teacher counts each student’s marks and nominates the high-scoring student to be showcased on a poster in the hallway as a Rising Star by the Home-School Association Green Committee. The selected student also receives a bag of environmentally friendly products like a reusable bag and reusable straws. I am of two minds about this effort. On the one hand, I think this sort of project raises awareness so,

at the very least, the students are familiar with the vocabulary of environmental protection. On the other hand, I worry that it becomes white noise because the message of this project is not reiterated in other ways throughout the school day and possibly not at home, and then the significance of the environmental issues is diminished for the students. We continue to write this column, though, and we continue to adjust our approach with the students, ever hopeful that we are connecting and engaging people to think and maybe even changing their behavior. The idea isn’t that climate change will be reversed because you turn off the water when you brush your teeth. The hope is that because you do that you may ask different questions of the people running for office, and then you may vote differently, and that will help address climate change through changes in global agreements and national policies. Perhaps you will support community composting and preserving open space, and will demand

centralized water management to preserve and protect our precious aquifers. Maybe you’ll change your purchasing behaviors and start to demand that manufacturers eliminate the use of plastic in their products, and that retailers and the service industries eliminate the sale and use of anything made of plastic. We have to at least try. Each of us has received positive feedback about the column which is gratifying and invigorating. We enjoy having a forum through which we can let the larger community know about environmental issues we are tracking. When we started, we agreed to focus each column on one of the following topics: what to do at home, sustainability, emerging environmental health threats, and debunking “green” myths. Those topics gave us plenty to explore as the breadth of subjects we have covered makes clear. As our first year comes to a close and we begin our second year, we hope to continue to provide valuable information and hope to hear more from our readers.

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A VET’S VIEW

Drugs pose challenge for returning vets

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y wife Lynn and I attended a June 14 workshop on “Mental Health Issues Confronting our Long Island Veterans” at the Nassau County Bar Association office in Mineola. Presenters Aynisa Leonardo of the Long Island Center for Recovery in Hampton Bays and Steve Chassman, executive director of the Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, each spent an hour in rapid-fire presentations for about two dozen clinicians and advocates. Leonardo blamed gaps in the transition from military life for the fact that some veterans can develop unhealthy habits. She said outprocessing is minimal and superficial, and veterans eager to return to civilian life fail to report mental problems such as post-traumatic stress disorder and addictions. “The military hasn’t set up a situation where you can freely discuss things with them,” Leonardo said. “Not enough people are being diagnosed, so many people go through life without diagnoses.” She said the media, friends and neighbors have an erroneous picture of veterans; few leave the service feeling they are heroes. “The system is set up with labels and characterizations,” Leonardo said. Every veteran has a different

story, she said, and one size does not fit all. “See the person, not the label.” Veterans use drugs and alcohol to forget unpleasant experiences, numb the pain of physical injuries, reduce family pressure, get to sleep, and dispel feelings of failure. They bemoan the loss of camaraderie and the adrenaline rush of combat. And so veterans isolate themselves, have mood swings, anxiety, low enthusiasm, disturbed sleep, are unpredictable, cannot concentrate, etc. “The idea of treatment can be intimidating,” Leonardo said, “and then there’s the stigma of getting a diagnosis… Drugs can be an escape, a distraction… provide temporary peace. Taking one pill is better than an hour of yoga.” The first question a clinician should ask any adult patient, Leonardo said, is “Did you serve in the armed services?” Veterans seeking counseling without disclosing their service is a major problem, she said. Some may have invisible wounds, may be grieving for a friend killed or wounded in combat, may have been exposed to a toxic substance or may have gotten a bad conduct discharge that prohibits them from accessing counseling through the Veterans Administration. Some may have suffered moral injury,

JIM SMITH A Vet’s View

having committed an act or failing report an act that goes against their moral code. Veterans struggle with survivor’s guilt and feelings of weakness, and sometimes spend years second-guessing themselves. These feelings can lead to depression, moral dislocation, suicidal thoughts, self-harm and, finally, suicide. The Long Island Center for Recovery (800-344-5427; LongIslandCenterRecovery.com), is a 50bed inpatient detox and rehabilitation facility founded in 1995. It uses 12-step study groups, one-onone therapy, writing workshops, meditation, yoga, aroma therapy, art therapy, fire pit ceremonies and other alternative treatments and approaches. It has a gym and

workout area and runs AA and NA meetings nightly. In the narrative sessions, Leonardo said, “Patients create stories around their trauma in order to process them and reframe them.” The idea, she said, is to try to carry the experience with them rather than constantly relive it. Contact Leonardo at Aleonardo@LongIslandRecovery.com Chassman, a licensed clinical social worker, said that when a veteran arrives home, everybody wants to “buy ‘em a beer” or introduce him or her to marijuana, pills or other drugs. Some veterans, he said, are prescribed opiates for war injuries and become addicted. He said opiates killed 2,000 Long Islanders in 2018 but added that half of substance abuse (hospital) admissions among veterans aged 21 to 39 involve alcohol as the primary drug involved. He discussed use of inhalants, amphetamines, marijuana, cocaine and heroin, which he said can set the stage for suicide by lowering inhibitions. The signs of alcohol addiction are lethargy, drowsiness, reduced vision, perspiration, shaking, vomiting, chills, nodding, shallow breathing. “Crack cocaine takes you to the moon and leaves you there with no cab fare home,” Chass-

man said. “Cocaine is back across all demographics. Interventions are the key. We’ve got to do a better job providing a safety net, outreaching veterans.” Chassman said veterans use drugs and alcohol because “we all want to feel better — physiologically and psychologically.” He said most HMOs will not pay for treatment for heroin addiction because heroin use is illegal. “Insurance companies say it’s not a medical necessity.” He said use of alcohol is legal, and if alcoholism results in tremors or other symptoms, insurance companies will pay for treatment. Chassman bemoans the legalization of marijuana and said “legalization is geared to young adults.” He said some mood-altering drugs can be useful but only in conjunction with therapy. Whether they are battling addictions or not, Chassman said, veterans are a fragile group. “Thirty percent of Afghanistan vets say they have considered suicide,” he said. “Don’t dance around it. You have to ask, ‘Have you ever thought about committing suicide?’” For more information about LICADD, call its Westbury office at 516-747-2606 or email schassman@licadd.org

VIEW POINT

G.N. needs affordable housing ideas

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here is a reason why home ownership has always been central to the American Dream of upward mobility. And in a country where zip code largely determines not only your lifetime earnings but your life expectancy, a deplorable legacy of federal laws actually mandating segregation (as in Levittown, America’s first suburban development) while barring AfricanAmericans from access to GI benefits and low-interest mortgages, have not only contributed to the perpetuation of generational poverty but resulted in Long Island having the most racially segregated neighborhoods in the country. I was struck by the comment at the Meet the Candidates night with James Wu, Harold Citron and Julia Shields, when a woman praised Shields for her work protecting tenants rights in Great Neck. Growing up in Great Neck and attending Great Neck’s lauded public schools enabled her and her

family to rise into the middle class. But getting straight to the point: Suburban communities must necessarily have a different approach to solving the affordable housing challenge from urban communities. Suburbia, including the Greater Great Neck community, has a societal responsibility as well as self-interest to address affordable housing as a component of the community. And the reason is largely because of our collective well-being. Long Island is the birthplace of Suburbia and has reached a point of maturation and even mortality requiring reinvention. The housing issue is at the heart. If people can’t afford to live here, businesses can’t find workers, economic development suffers and homeowners will never be able to get ahead of crushing property taxes. At the recent Vision Long Island Smart Growth Awards, County Executive Laura Curran noted Nassau is at a turning point.

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“A study showed that 67 percent of 18 to 34-year-olds planned to leave Long Island in the next five years because they can’t afford to stay. We must act now to address this problem head-on, reverse the brain drain and keep young people.” The Town of Southampton was honored for its affordable housing solution that might shock people in North Hempstead (con-

sidering the reaction when thenSupervisor Jon Kaiman proposed it a decade ago): accessory housing. The town did not just liberalize the code to permit homeowners to create an accessory rental apartment, but actually recruits homeowners and is moving next to help homeowners finance the work. “When the workforce is priced out, when teachers, social workers, people you need to function, can’t live here, when a plot of vacant land goes for over $1 million, you lose the sense of community,” said Southhampton Town Supervisor Jay Schneiderman. “Rather than wait, we went out to find homes that could benefit a single mom or a senior citizen. We asked residents to create the apartment and we would help. We’re all in this together to make the community a better place to live.” What should Great Neck’s solution be? The solutions here are as different as the nine villages that inhabit our peninsula, but

some issues, such as revitalizing Middle Neck Road and improved transportation, should be dealt with collectively= through the Great Neck Village Officials Association. Clearly, for Great Neck Plaza it is transit-oriented development – higher density mixed-use projects which can accommodate young people, workforce housing and seniors who want to downsize for their single-family homes. The Village of Great Neck, the biggest in population and area, is further from the railroad station but still could create a transitoriented development strategy by better linking to the railroad station and promoting environmentally friendly, aesthetically pleasing, sustainable, mixed-use projects in place of those dilapidated, one-story commercial strips designed to enhance — not detract from — the character of the village. So could Kensington Continued on Page 62

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READERS WRITE

Missed chance for a new bus terminal

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ews that the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey has yet another plan for rebuilding the existing 42nd Street bus terminal is disappointing. The Port Authority’s 20172026, 10-year, $32 billion capital plan provided only $3.5 billion toward construction of this new facility. How many more years will it take to complete the environmental review process, preliminary along with final design and engineering along with identifying and securing funding for construction? It is wishful thinking that the Port Authority can count on $6.5 billion in future federal funding to make up the difference. Don’t be surprised about waiting until the next Port Authority 10-year, 2027-2036 capital plan before a complete $10 billion funding package is in place for awarding construction contracts. The Port Authority, MTA, NJ Transit, NYC DOT and other transportation agencies are counting on the same Federal Transit Administration or Federal Highway Administration funding sources to provide bil-

lions toward the $29 billion Gateway Tunnel, $10 billion Cross Harbor Freight Tunnel, and $6 billion Phase Two Second Avenue Subway, among many other projects. Seven years ago in December 2012, New York City officials and developers who broke ground for the new Hudson Yards project, which was to be built over the LIRR West Side storage yard in Manhattan, were all smiles. It left transit riders and taxpayers frowning. The existing Port Authority Bus Terminal is antiquated, lacking sufficient capacity to deal with current and future needs. Upon completion of their morning rush-hour trips, hundreds of buses have to head back to New Jersey for midday storage. They have to make another return trip in the afternoon back to the city for outbound evening service. Eliminating dead heading of buses would open up additional capacity for the overcrowded Lincoln Tunnel. Relocating this facility to the Hudson Yards site would have provided the ideal solution. There would be the ability to expand capacity for new bus

services. Hundreds of buses could lay over in Manhattan saving the costs of both fuel and deadheading to and from New Jersey. Intermodal connections would have become available for the LIRR, NJ Transit, Amtrak, No. 1, 2, 3 ,7, A, E & C subways, ferry services at Pier 79 on West 38th Street, along with the 34th Street Bus Rapid Transit and other local bus services. Long term, there is also the possibility of future connections with Metro North. These new services would use existing Amtrak connections via the Bronx and Manhattan Westside or Bronx/ Queens via the Hellgate Bridge to startservice. Relocation of the Port Authority Bus Terminal to this new location would also compliment the $1.6 billion Moynihan Train Hall. This project will convert the old Post Office to a new Amtrak Penn Station. Reopening the old Hilton passageway abandoned in the early 1980s for $150 million could provide a direct underground connection from the LIRR at 7th Avenue to Herald Square at Broadway. This provides easy access

to the B, D, F ,M, R, N, Q and W subway lines along with PATH. These connections would be underground easily walk able within minutes between services. With climate-controlled facilities, passengers would be warm in the winter and cool in the summer. No one would be exposed to either rain, wind or snow. This would have been the greatest intermodal transportation facility moving more riders utilizing public transportation than any in America. The two new concepts proposed by the Port Authority were already proposed by the Regional Planning Association years ago. To build the bus facility under the Javits Convention Center would never work. Costs for construction modifications to lower levels of the existing Javits Convention Center and new ventilation system to accommodate NJ Transit and intercity buses could increase overall costs by a billion or more above the current $10 billion. There are no direct subway connections at this location which commuters count on. How much would it cost to extend the Lincoln Tunnel and

modify the West Side Highway to build at this location? How could the Javits facility be modified to accommodate larger buses, space for riders to wait by departure gates and be in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act? The Port Authority reminds me of the character Wimpy, who famously said, “I’ll gladly pay you Tuesday for a hamburger today.” Tuesday may never come for commuters and taxpayers who use and are looking for a new 42nd Street Bus Terminal within their lifetime. Larry Penner (Larry Penner is a transportation historian, advocate and writer who previously worked 31 years for the Federal Transit Administration Region 2 NY Office. This included the development, review, approval and oversight for grants supporting billions in capital projects and programs on behalf of the MTA, NYC Transit, MTA Bus, Long Island Rail Road, Metro North Rail Road and NYC Department of Transportation along with 30 other NY & NJ transit agencies).

G.N. Plaza residents get Outlaw tobacco no respect from mayor for under-21 users

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ur self-serving excuse for a mayor has once again stabbed her constituents in the back. Several years ago, Jean Celender selfishly prevented the Great Neck Park District from acquiring the unused parking garage under the post office for the purpose of adding additional commuter parking. She outbid the Park District and promised to turn the space into a sorely needed residential parking garage for residents of the Welwyn/Shoreward area. Clearly, Celender had no intention of keeping her promise, as she has been ignoring the needs of residents of this area for as long as she has been mayor. This week news came down the information pipeline that the unused parking garage under the post office has now been rented to a local auto dealer for use as a car storage facility. The post office finally did what they needed to do to rent the space because after sev-

eral years of planned procrastination by the village on the promised residential garage, Jean Celender ultimately refused to pay the required rent — even though those renting the spaces from the village would have covered the amount and also given a profit to the village. No surprise. So now any hope of a parking garage to alleviate the horrendous parking problem caused by the village has been dashed. And you can be sure that Jean Celender is pleased with her decision. The same lack of the mayor’s concern for her constituents follows through across the board. Just take a look at what’s going on with the Welwyn/Shoreward TEP project. Celender’s grant for the TEP project — to which she added a big chunk of our local tax dollars — provided about three-quarters of a million dollars to spend on refurbishing the Welwyn/Shoreward area. The area definitely needed

upgrades on streets and sidewalks. However, Celender had to add extras, such as “pretend” bicycle lanes painted onto the street and a “park” in front of the post office that no one wanted or needed, in order to spend all the money. Not only is the configuration of the park unsightly and unsafe, it is also going to become the neighborhood nuisance, bringing noise and garbage along with pedestrian/ auto/bus accidents because of its ungainly configuration. Since the buses have been put back onto Welwyn Road (which is a disaster, even under the best of conditions), each hour dozens of them try unsuccessfully to make the turn in front of the protruding park in a single try, but the turning space is too narrow because the park that awkwardly juts into the street took away half of the former turning space, which was previously still too narrow for the buses to make the turn in just one swing. Continued on Page 61

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t has been more than 70 days since the New York State Legislature passed Tobacco 21, a common-sense measure that will make a big impact on tobacco use rates among teens. New York likes to be a leader when it comes to public health, but right now we’re falling behind. Fifteen states have signed Tobacco 21 into law. Unfortunately, we aren’t one of them. As a resident of New York, a parent and grandparent, I’m eager to see this law signed by Gov. Andrew Cuomo without further delay. Tobacco use continues to be the leading preventable cause of heart disease and stroke, the No. 1 and No. 5 causes of mortality nationwide. Because nearly nine out of 10 cigarette smokers first try smoking by age 18, and 95 percent by age 21, prohibiting the sale of tobacco products to anyone under 21 is a great way to delay and ulti-

mately prevent addiction. With youth use rates of nicotine-packed e-cigarettes higher than ever, and evidence suggesting that teenagers using e-cigarettes are six to eight times more likely to move on to using traditional tobacco products, signing Tobacco 21 into law cannot wait. This is New York’s chance to prevent future generations from picking up a tobacco product. I look forward to seeing Tobacco 21 signed by Gov. Cuomo into law once and for all. Dr. Russell Schiff Director — Ambulatory Pediatric Cardiology Northwell Health President — Long Island American Heart Association Board of Directors Letters Continued on Page 61

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Concerns raised over G.N. library hours BY JA N E LL E C L AUS E N The Great Neck Library board approved holiday closings and Sunday hours for September 2019 to August 2020 on Monday, which has raised some concern among parents about access to library facilities. The move also comes a day after the library moved into summer hours, meaning the Main Library and Great Neck’s three branches – Lakeville, Station and Parkville – are all closed on Sundays until September. From Sept. 8, 2019, to June 14, 2020, the Station and Lakeville branches will be closed on Sunday, while Main and Parkville are open from 1 to 5 p.m. Marjan Taied, a Great Neck parent with three children who graduated from the public schools, said she believes there is a need to expand access to the library on Sundays. The library’s Sunday hours are “very limited,” she said, and don’t give children and graduates easy access. “It’s a disappointment they have to resort to coffee shops and it’s disappointing not to have the Sunday hours back on,” Taied said. “Something has to be done about this,” Taied later added. “A lot of parents are concerned.” Trustee Mimi Hu, citing a Facebook post by Taied that had 41 likes and 22 comments as of Tuesday afternoon, said that it has been a “very heated discussion.” Acting Director Tracy Van Dyne said she had Steve Kashkin, the business director, run cost estimates for operation of the libraries that are open on Sundays. Personnel costs alone were around $3,200 a day minimum, she said. “There’s a lot of things that come into play for opening on a Sunday,” Van Dyne said. Trustee Josie Pizer said there are other factors like air conditioning, lighting, contract restraints and supervision requirements for insurance purposes. “It’s not just the money,” Pizer said. Trustee Chelsea Sassouni said that while the board

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Great Neck Library trustees and administrators met in the Lakeville branch on Monday night, discussing topics like Sunday hours and branch library renovations. faces some constraints, members should try brainstorming some ideas for limited service hours so people who need access to the library can get it. “I know we are constrained by costs, union contracts, etcetera, but I would hope we can try and think of more creative solutions,” Sassouni said. Trustee Scott Sontag said that the library should review having more programs on the weekend, as many are during the week when parents can’t take their children there. He also said reviewing the library’s volunteer policy is “something to explore.” Rebecca Miller, president of the Great Neck Library board, said the members would take all of these into consideration for further discussion at the policy and Main Library committee meetings. In unrelated business, trustees also approved a series of request for proposals – or RFPs – related to planned projects for the Lakeville, Station and Parkville branch libraries. Trustee Barry Smith, the chair of the library’s branch

committee, said the board is working with the architect and cost estimator to determine the estimated cost of the Station branch project and is “sensitive to the date of the reopening” of the lease in 2024. “When we get the cost estimate, the branch committee will look at the project again and make adjustments, trimming the fat so to speak, and then we will come back to the board with recommendations,” Smith said. The goal of the RFP for a moving and storage company for the painting of the Lakeville branch is to get all the services “in line” to come up with a clearer plan on how long the site should be closed, he said. Trustees approved an RFP for furniture and finish procurement, installation and related services for the Parkville branch renovation. Smith said that once the architect for the Great Neck school district, which owns the property, approves the project plans, they can move onto getting a cost estimate

Town working on ‘cultural master plan’ BY TOM M CC A RT HY The Town of North Hempstead is developing a “cultural master plan” to highlight local events and performances and increase tourism. “We want to see what we can do to promote things that are happening,” said Town Supervisor Judi Bosworth. The town held a forum last Wednesday at Clinton G. Martin Park in New Hyde Park to discuss the proposal, which is to be unveiled this summer. The town’s goal is to make North Hempstead a place that people seek out for cultural events. At the meeting, town leaders discussed the problems of advertising local events, festivals and concerts in the town. According to Susan Silverberg, president of urban design group Civic Moxie, it is all about asking the question “How can an enhanced understanding of the arts and culture of the town benefit residents, businesses and visitors, and support growth, vitality and quality of

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Supervisor Bosworth wants to highlight the town’s rich offerings of arts, culture, history and commerce. life?” Silverberg said that her firm was hired by the town to help develop the plan about a year ago. Silverberg and Bosworth have not revealed a concrete idea about how to get the word out about local commerce, cultural events and performances. Bosworth said she plans to meet all of the village mayors in North Hempstead to discuss what each village needs to help

promote its events. Silverberg said that the coming plan will have six goals. First is to create opportunities for collaboration between the arts, commerce and tourism. Silverberg explained that this would involve assessing the town’s overall goals and find ways culture, commerce, and tourism are relevant to these goals. Silverberg said this could involve financial support for bids and the procurement

of services, supplies and equipment required for the operation of town departments and organizations concerned with arts, culture, and history. Second is to find a way to achieve visibility and marketing for arts, culture, commerce, history and tourism. This would include building on a current arts and cultural assets map and adding other locations. The town plans to create a website as a “go to” for visitors and residents. Third is to create funding mechanisms to support cultural endeavors in the town. Fourth is to create a unified public art and placemaking program. The town would create guidelines for what makes public art and create a public art and placemaking commission to administer grants. This group would oversee public art selection, public art installation and maintenance, provide educational materials, and control grants for public art displays. Fifth is to remake the town’s image as one that values the

arts, culture and commerce. The town would create welcome packets and “how to” guides for new and existing residents about town assets and what the town has to offer, including volunteer opportunities. Sixth is to revisit planned goals annually and complete report cards measuring progress. “People look forward to annual report cards,” Silverberg said. Bosworth said that the town would be in charge of any websites or pages sharing the events. The town has received $3,858,158 in culture-related grants in the past five years. Bosworth said about the public meeting and the meetings with the village mayors, “There was a real sense from all the various participants – civic groups, arts councils, historical organizations, village mayors and trustees and residents – of wanting to collaborate to revitalize our downtowns and to highlight our rich offerings of arts, culture, history and commerce.”

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Howard Kimmel repairs the world G.N. builder ignores profits to plow money into affordable housing, press others to help BY K A R E N RU B I N Howard Kimmel is the Don Quixote of affordable housing, tilting at the windmills of NIMBYism, politics and rapacious real estate development. He could have become a multimillionaire in real estate – like many of his peers whom he inveigled to finance his projects. Instead, Kimmel plowed $400,000 from selling off property he rehabilitated in Woodmere to create the Anna and Philip Kimmel Foundation, named for his parents and dedicated to promoting affordable housing. The foundation built the most transformative of his achievements, two affordable housing buildings in New Cassel. The buildings, Apex 1 for seniors and Apex 2 for low-income families (now known as Kimmel 1 and 2), revitalized the blighted, crime-ridden neighborhood, triggering economic redevelopment. Even at the age of 94, he is looking for affordable housing projects and continuing to prod and poke mayors, commissioners, town supervisors and county executives. In an interview, Kimmel, a longtime resident of Great Neck, began telling his story this way: “There are really three stages to my life. Three stages, but one theme: how to create affordable housing.” From his 20s to his 60s, from 1949 to 1989, while working at the New York

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Howard Kimmel State Division of Housing, he oversaw the rise of the massive, breakthrough 15,300-unit Co-op City in the Bronx, wrote the manual on cooperative management and oversaw all senior housing in the state. In 1982, he formulated a novel strategy to achieve affordability which seems particularly trendy today: sharing. He called it SHOP (Shared Housing Option Program), a concept which, after leaving state government, he implemented in the Apex projects.

Howard’s orientation came as a boy of 7 accompanying his mother, Anna Kimmel, who turned her experience as a 19-year-old typist for real estate lawyers into her own real estate empire, which eventually included 16 buildings in Brooklyn with 300 units. She bought her first foreclosed building in 1932 with money from her father, after Howard’s father, Philip, lost his shoe business in the Great Depression. Howard would ride with her on the trolley from

their Bensonhurst home into BedfordStuyvesant to collect the rents – she would bring candy for the children and put the rent money into her large pocketbook. World War II interrupted his studies at Brooklyn College (he was the class of ‘46, but graduated in 1948 because of the war, and his wife, Sylvia Drucker, was the class of ’47), but he was not drafted because of a childhood heart condition. Nevertheless, after one of his closest friends, Stanley Goldstein (“a genius who was angered that Jews were maligned as cowards”), was killed at the Battle of the Bulge, Kimmel joined the U.S. Maritime Services and in 1946 served stateside in the U.S. Air Force. Coming out of the service, he got a job at the New York State Division of Housing. One of his first positions as a young man in his 20s, was overseeing projects of Fred Trump, Donald Trump’s father. The Needle Trades Union, through its United Housing Foundation, was putting up a major housing project on Ocean Parkway near Coney Island that Kimmel was overseeing. Fred Trump demanded a piece of it. “Ultimately, probably with political muscle, they split the site in half – about 5,000 units – Fred Trump got half – and Trump Village was created as a result,” he said. Continued on Page 58

Nassau County home prices rise in May BY J E S S I C A PA R K S

Long Island’s monthly housing report. The report said last month’s median price for closed home sales was $530,000. In May 2018, the median price was $515,000. Single and multifamily homes were

The median price for homes sold in Nassau County last month increased by 2.9 percent compared with last May, according to Multiple Listing Service

PHOTOS COURTESY OF LAFFEY REAL ESTATE

A home that overlooks Manhasset Bay.

sold at a median price of $550,000, which was an increase over both of the two prior years. The median closed sale price for condos was $556,000 and for co-ops was recorded as $252,000. Not only was May’s median sale price higher than last year, it was up almost 5 percent from April, when the median price for closed home sales was $505,000. May recorded the same median price for closed sales and pending sales, but for pending home sales it marked a 2.8 percent drop from the same month the year prior when the median price was listed at $545,000. Some 985 homes were sold in the county last month, which was 10 fewer, or a decrease of 1 percent, compared with last May. The number of homes sold last month marked an increase of 6.8 percent from April. This continued the trend set over the past 24 months in which home sales have been lowest in the early months of the calendar year and then begin steadily increasing through the spring to their peak over the summer

season. May’s pending sales count was 13 fewer, or a drop of 0.9 percent, compared with the same month last year. However, It was a better than 2 percent increase from April’s pending sales count. Neighboring Suffolk County had almost 38 percent more home sales than Nassau did last month with 1,359 closed home sales recorded. But there were over 50 percent more homes sold in Nassau County than in Queens, where 655 homes were sold in May. Altogether there were 3,040 homes sold last month on Long Island, which was an almost 4 percent decline from last May’s home sales but a more than 7 percent increase from April. Multiple Listing Service Long Island includes Queens County in its Long Island housing statistics. Prospective home buyers had 18,716 homes to choose from last month, an inventory increase of over 13 percent from the same month last year and a 6 percent increase from April.

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YOUR GUIDE TO THE ARTS, ENTERTAINMENT AND DINING

JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL SID JACOBSON JCC TO HOST ANNUAL EVENT BY G R AC E M CQ UA D E

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he Sid Jacobson Jewish Community Center’s Edward & Bernice Wenger Center for the Arts will present the 26th annual Randi & Bruce Pergament Jewish Film Festival running from June 26 through Aug. 8. The festival will feature six films over the course of the summer, a nice mix of documentaries and dramas from around the world that will be shown in the JCC’s Rubenstein Auditorium. Julie Assael, senior adult program coordinator at the SJJCC, took some time for a phone interview to discuss this year’s festival and what local filmgoers can expect this time around. “We’re excited about our selection of film dramas and documentaries, which is a fabulous lineup,” she said. “They’re in several different foreign languages, including Hebrew, German, Polish and Yiddish, and subtitled in English. That’s really what makes this film festival different and stand out from the others.” Assael is new in her position at the JCC, so she has not had a chance to view the films yet, but she spoke a little bit about the selection process. “The films have been selected by a team that consults with JFFs around the country to find out which recently released films have resonated with their audiences,” she said. “The team is very knowledgeable about films… so they were very carefully selected.” The festival kicks off at 7:30 p.m. June 26 with a few opening words followed by a screening of “Shoelaces” (2018), a 90-minute Israeli drama directed by Jacob Goldswasser that is in

“LACES” Hebrew, with English subtitles. It is about a father who abandons his special needs son at a young age. Years later, when the father’s kidneys begin to fail, his now grown son wishes to donate his kidney and save his father’s life. Assael said every film that is screened at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday evenings is shown again the following Thursday af-

ternoon at 2 p.m. “We serve a lot of older people who like to come, but don’t drive at night so the daytime performances work very well for them,” she added. On Wednesday, July 10, and Thursday, July 11, the film festival will feature “The Cakemaker” (2017), a GermanIsraeli drama about a German baker having an affair with a married Israeli

man who dies in a car crash, leading the baker on a quest to find out more about his dead lover’s wife and son. The film is told in English, Hebrew and German. The JCC will screen “Who Will Write Our History” (2018) on July 17 and July 18. This U.S.-made documentary tells the story of historian Emanuel Ringelblum, who joins a group of journalists, scholars and leaders in the Warsaw ghetto to defeat the Nazis — not with guns or fists, but with pen and paper. The film is narrated by Academy Award nominee Joan Allen and Academy Award winner Adrien Brody. Continued on Page 52

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THE TOP SEVEN EVENTS

Avital Gallery 336 New Art Exhibit

SYLVIA HARNICK RAISY DERZIE FENGSHI JIN ART STUDIO Also on Display: paintings, collages, and drawings byAmy Sheffer, David Conford, and Arthur Markowitz Opening Reception Sunday, June 23, 3pm-6pm Exhibit runs through July 27th, 2019

770 Middle Neck Road (9c) Great Neck Studio: 516.304.5640 C: 516.528.9765 Gallery Hours: Wed., Thurs. & Sun. 12-4, Fri. 10-12 or by appointment

Get the Led Out: Led Zeppelin Tribute Friday, June 28 and Saturday, June 29 at 8 p.m. Rock classics, including “Rock and Roll,” “Ramble On,” “The Rain Song” and more, will be performed at these tribute shows by a group of professional musicians who are passionate about the music of Led Zeppelin. Where: The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington Info & Tickets: 631-673-7300 paramountny.com

Jones Beach Bandshell’s Free Summer Concert Series Friday, June 28 and Saturday, June 29 at 8 p.m. (ongoing through Aug. 31) The Jones Beach Bandshell free summer concert series gets underway with Street Fighter and Chris Ruben performing a tribute to the Rolling Stones on Friday night, and Last Exit and Lee Diamond playing the music of Pearl Jam on Saturday night. Visit the venue website to see the full summer concert schedule. Where: Jones Beach Bandshell, Field 4, Ocean Parkway, Wantagh Info: 866-558-8468 • jonesbeach.com

Gold Coast International Film Festival

CINEMA SERIES SATURDAY, JUNE 29TH, 2019

FIRST MAN

THE RECKSON CENTER AT THE MUSEUMS AT MITCHEL - CRADLE OF AVIATION CHARLES LINDBERGH BLVD, GARDEN CITY

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Laughing Out Loud! The Art League of Long Island’s 7th Annual Photography Exhibition Saturday, June 29 through Aug. 4 (check venue website for daily hours) What’s better than a little laughter? The Art League of Long Island intends to lift everyone’s spirits this summer with a photography exhibit that’s filled with whimsical images sure to inspire laughs and smiles. Where: Art League of Long Island, 107 East Deer Park Road, Dix Hills Info: 631 462-5400 • artleagueli.net

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4 Fourth of July Fireworks THE GOLD COAST INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL CELEBRATES THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE APOLLO 11 MOON LANDING! Join GCIFF for a special screening of the Academy Award winning film First Man. After the film hear first-hand accounts of the building of the Apollo Lunar Module at a special Q&A Panel featuring Retirees from Northrop Grumman and Grumman who worked on the Apollo program.

First Man tells the riveting story behind the first manned mission to the moon, focusing on Neil Armstrong and the decade leading to the historic Apollo 11 flight. Starring Ryan Gosling and directed by Oscar®-winning director Damien Chazelle.

Visit goldcoastfilmfestival.org or call 516-829-2570 for tickets. Tickets $15/$10 for members when purchased in advance, $20 at the door.

Saturday, June 29 at 4 p.m. and Thursday, July 4 at 9:30 p.m. The TD Bank Fireworks Display Show and Concert at Eisenhower Park will take place at sunset on Saturday, and the July 4th Fireworks Spectacular at Jones Beach will wow beachgoers on Thursday night. The fireworks shows are free, but parking fees may apply. Where: Harry Chapin Theatre, Eisenhower Park, Merrick and Stewart Avenues, East Meadow nassaucountyny.gov Jones Beach State Park, Ocean Parkway, Wantagh • jonesbeach.com

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FOR THE COMING WEEK

WHEN WORDS ARE NOT ENOUGH

Life Will Be the Death of Me: Chelsea Handler’s Sit-Down Comedy Tour Saturday, June 29 at 8 p.m. Comedian, television host, producer and bestselling author Chelsea Handler will discuss her latest book, “Life Will Be the Death of Me... and You, Too!,” the funny and super-honest story of her year of self-discovery Where: NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury Info & Tickets: 516-247-5211 thetheatreatwestbury.com

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New Kids on the Block: The Mix Tape Tour Sunday, June 30 at 7:30 p.m.

The vocal group known for the pop hits “You Got It (The Right Stuff),” “Step by Step,” “I’ll Be Loving You,” and “Summertime,” NKOTB will return to Nassau Coliseum for their Mix Tape tour, performing with special guests Salt-N-Pepa, Tiffany, Debbie Gibson, and Naughty by Nature. Where: NYCB Live, Home of Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale Info & Tickets: 516-231-4848 or 800-745-3000 • nycblive.com

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Chris Robinson Brotherhood

Art Exhibition and Sale to benefit LIFES WORC

Monday, July 1 at 8 p.m.

Mojo magazine called the Chris Robinson Brotherhood “masterful players on a Grail-like search for the cosmic heart of California.” The blues rock band formed by Black Crowes singer Chris Robinson is currently on tour for their latest studio album, Barefoot in the Head. Where: Landmark on Main Street, Jeanne Rimsky Theatre, 232 Main St., Port Washington Info & Tickets: 516-767-1384 landmarkonmainstreet.org

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THE HYSTERICAL COMEDY COMES TO PORT WASHINGTON!

THE TOP EVENTS FOR KIDS FOR THE COMING WEEK Point Lookout Beach Carnival

“Raucously Funny!”

- Rocky Mountain News (Denver)

You are invited to laugh with the women in your life until you cry...or pee. Experience this truly brilliant and uplifting female comedy that explores the woman’s world with joy, heart and intelligent wit. This 2-woman comedy with song, dance & stories celebrates all things female, from girlhood to womanhood!

It’s no secret that every woman deserves a laugh like this.

JULY 10 - AUGUST 11, 2019 “Laugh Out Loud Comedy!” - Broadway World

Friday, June 28 through Sunday, July 7, 5 to 11 p.m. (Friday through Sunday) and 5 to 10 p.m. (Monday through Thursday) This free, family-friendly event features a daily carnival with midway rides and games for all ages, live music and entertainment, favorite fair food, and the annual Salute to Veterans with a concert by That 70’s Band and fireworks on Sat., June 29. Where: Town Park at Point Lookout, 1300 Lido Blvd., Point Lookout Info: 866-666-3247 or dreamlandamusements.com

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Family Program: Nature by Bike

Friday, June 28, 5:30 to 7 p.m.

“Rollicking, Good-Natured Sketch Comedy!”

Nature, history and exercise — this program has it all. Family members ages 8 and up can enjoy the bike trails of Heckscher Park and make stops to highlight the natural and historic sites along the way. Bring water, bug spray, and your bike. Reservations are required.

- Minneapolis Star Tribune

“Intelligent... Astute... Truly Brilliant!” - Denver Post

Wed 2pm, Thur 2 & 7pm, Fri 8pm, Sat 2 & 8pm, Sun 2pm

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Cinema on the Bay at Sunset Park Saturday, June 29, 8:30 p.m. (sundown) through Aug. 24

Families can enjoy free hit movies outside on several Saturday nights this summer, including “Black Panther” on June 29, “Won’t You Be My Neighbor” on July 13, “Ghostbusters” (original) on Aug. 3, and “Mary Poppins Returns” on Aug. 24.

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The Head and the Heart at Forest Hills Indie folk band The Head and the Heart will return to Forest Hills Stadium on Sunday, June 23 at 5 p.m., with their fourth full-length album, “Living Mirage,” featuring the new single, “Missed Connection.” Formed in the summer of 2009, the group is comprised of Josiah Johnson (vocals, guitar, percussion), Jonathan Russell (vocals, guitar, percussion), Charity Rose Thielen (violin, guitar, vocals), Chris Zasche (bass), Kenny Hensley (piano), and Tyler Williams (drums). Initially self-released in 2011, The Head and the Heart’s self-titled breakout debut produced instant classics, including “Rivers and Roads,” “Down in the Valley” and “Lost in My Mind,” and is now certified Gold. Their last two albums, 2013’s “Let’s Be Still” and 2016’s “Signs of Light,” settled into Billboard’s top 10 albums chart, with “Signs of Light” securing the No. 1 position on rock album charts. It also produced the single “All We Ever Knew,” which reached No. 1 at Alternative, after holding the No.

1 spot at AAA for nine straight weeks earlier that same year. The Head and the Heart have appeared in Cameron Crowe’s television series “Roadies,” and their music has been featured in commercials and the film “Silver Linings Playbook.” They have played consecutive, sold-out shows at Red Rocks and primetime main stage slots at Coachella, Lollapalooza and Austin City Limits, with two more sold-out Red Rocks shows in July. The band has performed 13 times on national television, including appearances on “Ellen,” “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” “Austin City Limits” and more. The Head and the Heart will be joined in concert by California rock band Young the Giant and indie pop group Fitz and the Tantrums, with a special acoustic performance by Chris Carrabba of Dashboard Confessional and Smith & Thell. For tickets to the show, go to www.foresthillsstadium.com. Forest Hills Stadium is located at 1 Tennis Place in Forest Hills.

Hernandez at Book Revue on June 21 Keith Hernandez revolutionized the role of first baseman. During his illustrious career with the World Series-winning St. Louis Cardinals and New York Mets, he was a perennial fan favorite, earning 11 consecutive Gold Gloves, a National League co-MVP Award, and a batting title. But it was his unique blend of intelligence, humor, and talent — not to mention his unflappable leadership, playful antics, and competitive temperament — that transcended the sport and propelled

him to a level of renown that few other athletes have achieved, including his memorable appearances on the television show “Seinfeld.” Now, with a striking mix of candor and self-reflection, Hernandez takes us along on his journey to baseball immortality in his memoir, “I’m Keith Hernandez,” now available in paperback. Hernandez shares stories of hellacious bus rides and south-of-the-border escapades of his minor league years, as well as his major league benchings, unending plate adjustments, and role in one of the most exciting batting races in history against Pete Rose. From the Little League fields of Northern California to the dusty proving grounds of triple-A ball to the grand stages of Busch Stadium and beyond, “I’m Keith Hernandez”reveals as much about America’s favorite pastime as it does about the man himself. What emerges is an honest and compelling assessment of the game’s past, present, and future — a memoir that showcases one of baseball’s most unique and experienced minds at his very best. Keith Hernandez will be at Book Revue to autograph paperback copies of his book on Friday, June 21, from 4 to 6 p.m. Book Revue is located at 313 New York Ave. in Huntington. For more information about the event, call the store at 631-271-1442 or go to www.bookrevue. com

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UNFORGETTABLE CULTURAL EXPERIENCES ALL YEAR LONG

GOLD COAST ARTS CENTER 113 MIDDLE NECK ROAD, GREAT NECK, NY 11021

SATURDAY, JUNE 29TH | 7:00pm

TUESDAY, JULY 9TH | 11:30am

FIRST MAN: FILM SCREENING & SPECIAL Q&A PANEL

MAKING MEMORIES WITH MOVIES

Join GCIFF for a special screening of the Academy Award winning film ‘First Man.’ After the film hear first-hand accounts of the building of the Apollo Lunar Module at a special Q&A Panel featuring Retirees from Northrop Grumman and Grumman who worked on the Apollo program.

‘Making Memories’ is a series of special programs designed for people living with memory loss and their caregivers. During the Making Memories at the Movies events, individuals of all ages will enjoy clips of classic films followed by guided conversation and reminiscence.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 17TH | TBA

THURSDAY, JULY 25TH | 8:00pm

WOODSTOCK: FILM SCREENING & CONCERT Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Summer of Love! Join GCIFF for the Long Island Premiere Screening of ‘Woodstock: Three Days that Define a Generation’. After the film a fantastic set of Woodstock’s greatest hits performed by Snapper Head, a powerful hard-hitting four piece band.

50+ COMEDY TOUR

A comedy show featuring only performers over 50? It’s no joke folks, and it’s returning to the Gold Coast Arts Center. This year’s lineup for the 50+ Comedy Tour includes home-grown funnymen David Weiss, Scott Schendlinger, and Rob Falcone. Plus, a Surprise Guest Comedian too! ( if we told you who it was, it wouldn’t be a surprise! ) The 50+ Comedy Tour has become a huge hit, leaving audiences wanting more.

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SummerArts Camp brings fun and creative experiences to children of all ages! With activities like cartooning, chess camp, music, 3D Arts and so much more! Camps for ages 6-9 / 9-14 and Half-Day Junior camp for ages Pre-k - 6.

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Angel’s L.I. debut at Celebrating Apollo 11’s 50th anniversary My Father’s Place

Cover art for Rebecca Angel’s 2018 CD What We Had Four quick “s” adjectives come to mind when you first hear Rebecca Angel sing: smooth, soulful, sensual and sultry. Listening to her debut, “What We Had,” tops that off with sexy and unabashedly sentimental as well. The emerging, New York City-based singer makes every emotionally compelling track an invitation — to dream, to love, and to reminisce wistfully about times gone by. Whether she’s singing romantic lyrics or sharing her artful vocalese, Angel’s cool, edgy and exotic vibe recalls classic artists like Sade and Brazilian greats Bebel Gilberto and Astrud Gilberto. Angel weaves her laidback style with old-school soul, funk, electronica and infectious grooves created by renowned jazz and R&B producer Jason Miles, who grounds every mix in the retro sounds of the Fender Rhodes, Vox Continental and Wurlitzer. He brought in some of New York’s finest for the various sessions. Angel’s twist on Hoagy Carmichael’s wistful (and not frequently covered) “Winter Moon” features acoustic bassist James Genus, percussionist Mino Cinelu and soprano saxophonist Hailey Niswanger. The equally nostalgic title track, “What We Had,” a slowly swaying look back at enduring memories of the

joys of a past romance, was penned by Angel and her father, trumpeter Dennis Angel, with additional lyrics by guitarist Jonah Prendergast. In addition to Miles’ keyboards and percussion loops, it features Christian Ver Halen’s crisp guitar licks and the easy rhythm section of Reggie Washington (bass) and Brian Dunne (drums). On the other tracks, Miles leads an ensemble featuring Ver Halen, Dunne, bassist Adam Dorn, and percussionist Cyro Baptista. Special guests include Prendergast, renowned acoustic guitarist Ricardo Silveira and cellist Sebastian Stoger on a playful, spirited cover of the Brazilian gem, “Agora Sim,” featuring Miles’ intoxicating electro-percussion. Dennis Angel and flutist Gottfried Stoger are also featured. The EP includes two versions of the classic “Stand By Me” and “Samba Jazz Happiness (Jet Samba),” the latter of which was a popular radio single for Angel, who released the festive, rhythmic track to coincide with the Rio Olympics in 2016. The song, originally penned and recorded as an instrumental by Brazilian composer Marcos Valle, reached high on the FMQB adult contemporary chart. The EP also includes an “Ipanema Beach” remix, featuring danceable, hyp-

notic and carnivalesque percussion textures. The first version of “Stand By Me” also lends itself to a triphoppy hypnosis via electropercussion behind Angel’s wistful vocals. The second, which closes the set, has a more mainstream vibe, perfect for adult contemporary radio. The Angels co-wrote the set’s other original, “Feel Alive,” a charming declaration of love and how it changes the heart, which breezes along like a brisk stroll on a balmy evening without end. Angel recently graduated with a degree in voice from Ithaca College, where she studied with Roseanna Vitro, Cyrille Aimee, whose version of “Stand By Me” inspired Angel to record it, Carol McAmis, Kim Nazarian and Maya Azucena. Azucena helped Angel take her vocal on “What We Had” to another level. With her unique vocal timbre, Angel could venture into any genre she likes. Music lovers, including those who attend Angel’s upcoming show with Jim Dawson at My Father’s Place on Thursday, Aug. 1 at 8 p.m., will be glad she’s chosen to go the chill samba route. My Father’s Place at the Roslyn Hotel is located at 1221 Old Northern Blvd. For tickets, go to www.myfathersplace.com.

On Saturday, June 29, the Gold Coast Arts Center will host a special event in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 rocket launch that brought three men to the moon for a historic walk on July 20, 1969. Those men were Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins. The event will include a screening of the Academy Award-winning film “First Man,” starring Ryan Gosling as Neil Armstrong, followed by a live Q&A with retirees from Northrop Grumman and Grumman who will share their personal stories of working on the Apollo program right here on Long Island. The event will take place at the Reckson Center at the Cradle of Aviation Museum. On Oct. 4, 1957, Sputnik was launched into orbit by the Soviet Union. That launch became the impetus for the educational mandate from President Eisenhower’s administration stating that going forward, educational emphasis should be on a strong science and mathematics curriculum. Why? The U.S. needed to catch up to the Soviets in the Race to

Space, and schoolchildren who could help make that happen needed to be educated, identified and nurtured. It is not a coincidence that the arts and humanities then began to take a back seat in schools around the country. Funding was adjusted to ensure that math and science would attract the best and the brightest and, slowly but surely, the status of the arts and the humanities began to decline in favor of those subjects that would educate the next generation of scientists and mathematicians who would get a man on the moon — a goal set by John F. Kennedy. It is arguable whether we would have gotten a man on the moon that quickly if the weight of presidential and federal power had not made it a top priority. Ironically, many of the engineers and astrophysicists who helped make this happen were educated in schools where art, music, history, dance, theatre, literature, poetry, and so many more of the humanities were a daily feature of their lives from elementary school on. At that time, college core cur-

riculums supported the idea that you had to take classes outside your major concentration so that engineers and mathematicians had to take art, music and the classics. In short, their creativity and ability to problem solve had been nurtured in the arts. With this event, the Gold Coast Arts Center will put one of America’s most significant scientific achievements front and center while also demonstrating the power of the arts to educate, enrich, edify and entertain. They can do this partly because they are recipients of a grant from Science on Screen, an initiative of the Coolidge Corner Theatre with major support from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, intended to help arts organizations like the Gold Coast Arts Center use film to put science in the spotlight. Their hope is that future generations will value the links between the arts and science and appreciate how the full spectrum of human activity can be experienced through the arts. For more information about the Science on Screen partnership, visit www.goldcoastarts.org

Roslyn photographer’s solo exhibition in July The upcoming photography exhibition, The Mirror of the Soul by gallery artist Denis Ostrovskiy, will be on view at fotofoto

gallery from July 3 to 27. The solo exhibition of two canvasses and 15 large photographs engages the viewer through a ra-

zor sharp focus on the eyes of leopards, wild dogs, lions and elephants. What are we to them? Do they look at us or through us? Are we prey, a menace or a curiosity to them? Ostrovskiy will be available to discuss his work at an Artist’s Reception on Saturday, July 6, from 5 to 7 p.m. Fotofoto gallery is located at 14 West Carver St. in Huntington. Gallery hours areWednesday, Thursday and Saturday, 12 to 6 p.m.;Friday, 12 to 8 p.m.; and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. For more information, call 631-549-0448.

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Rethink your kitchen layout

Communal zones Unlike the days of yore when the kitchen was utilitarian, today’s home floor plans make kitchens a focal point of a home. Food preparation also is no longer a solitary task. Thanks to larger kitchen footprints and multiple zones set up for meal creation, a greater number of people can hang out in the kitchen and help with meals. You’ll find multiple sinks, large islands and more counter space are key components of modern kitchen layouts.

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Even though The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics states the average person spends just 68 minutes each weekday consuming food, and around 37 minutes preparing meals, the kitchen is not just a spot for food. It also is a gathering place for conversation, homework and family time.

In recognition that so much time is spent in this heart of the home, many people are embracing some of the more popular trends concerning kitchen layouts to maximize the comfort and efficiency of these rooms.

Kitchen designs are bringing back banquette seating in a cozy nook. This design is a practical use of space, and can fit in large and small kitchens alike. It also can give a kitchen a high-end look, as built-in banquettes can highlight a bay window or seem custom-made for the space. Banquette seating can fit a number of people comfortably and provides a sensible and casual dining spot solution.

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The trend experts at Southern Living magazine indicate that formal dining and living rooms are now used infrequently. As a result, kitchens have evolved to accommodate meal prep and dining. A large family table in the

center of the room brings people into the kitchen to get more involved with food, according to San Francisco designer David Kensington.

Counter culture Taking a page out of a favorite corner diner or bar, kitchens are increasingly outfitted with a large island flanked by chic counter stools, according to the design pros at Domino. Family members can pull up a stool and grab a quick snack. It’s also a great place for friends to engage in conversation while a host or hostess prepares cocktails and appetizers for an evening soirée.

Work zone Many families like to have an area of the kitchen set up as a tech zone where kids can do their homework and even parents can do some work, such as paying bills. Setting aside an area of counter space as a small desk area can be a great idea. Such areas also help parents keep a watchful eye on children while they’re surfing the internet. Kitchens are the hub of the household, and modern design trends cater to a growing need for a multipurpose space.

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Must-haves for an amazing kitchen remodel K itchen remodels are among the most popular home renovation projects, whether they consist of swapping out cabinet hardware or doing major demolition. Due to the sheer amount of time families spend in the kitchen, not to mention the number of tasks performed in this space, it is easy to see why Remodeling magazine consistently ranks kitchen renovations as projects that will enable homeowners to recoup a high percentage of their investments. In the magazine’s 2018 “Cost vs. Value” report, midrange major kitchen remodels costing an average of $63,829 recouped 59 percent of that investment. When investing in a kitchen project, it is important to incorporate items that are coveted.

• Deep, double sinks: Having a double sink enables you to soak dishes in one side and then wash on the other. It also makes it easy to wash and prep produce for meals. • Kitchen island and bar stools: Even though many meals are enjoyed around the table, there’s something to be said for the convenience of a kitchen island and some wellplaced bar stools for quick breakfasts or snacks. • Smart kitchen storage: Work with a contractor to include storage solutions built into cabinetry and the pantry. Slide-out shelving, nooks for a paper towel roll and customdesigned areas to store stand mixers and other necessities can make kitchens more functional. • Outdoor access: If possible, design a kitchen so it is easy

to access the backyard via sliding doors. This can make outdoor entertaining or even coffee on the deck much easier. • Under-cabinet lighting: Fixtures installed under cabinets provide both ambient lighting and task lighting. Such lighting makes it easier to see what you’re working on as well, as even well-placed

overhead lighting can fail to illuminate dark corners and spots on the counters. • Convenient warming drawer: This appliance provides backup to the oven. It’s a slide-out drawer that can keep prepared foods out of the way and warm until they are ready to be served. This is particularly handy for holidays and other entertaining.

• Beverage station: Designate one area of the kitchen to beverages, such as coffee and tea. Or make the area an informal bar. This can limit traffic in the kitchen to a single area. Kitchen remodels are exciting to envision, and several choices can make these high-traffic spaces even more coveted.

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• Roof-top decking: Urban areas also can benefit from decking to create usable outdoor spaces. In fact, many new condominium and townhouse communities are incorporating roof-top decks into their designs, particularly in communities with water views or other impressive vistas. HGTV experts suggest roof-top decks feature lightcolored materials and fixtures to help keep the area cool even in direct sunlight. • Distressed hardwood: Builder and Developer, a management resource for professional homebuilders, says that the trend for using distressed hardwoods at home has migrated

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hether home improvement projects are design to improve the interior or exterior of a house, focusing on renovations that make the most financial sense can benefit homeowners in the long run. The right renovations can be assets if and when homeowners decide to sell their homes. So how does one get started? First and foremost, speak to a local real estate agent who is knowledgeable about trends in the community. While a swimming pool may be something coveted in one area, it may impede sales in another. It also helps to study generalized trends and data from various home improvement industry analysts to guide upcoming projects.

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Fire pit: A fire pit is a great place to gather most months of the year. Bob Vila and CBS news report that a fire pit realizes a 78 percent return on investment, or ROI.

Outdoor kitchen: Many buyers are looking to utilize their yards as an extension of interior living areas. Cooking, dining and even watching TV outdoors is increasingly popular. Outdoor living areas can be custom designed and built. In addition, prefabricated modular units that require a much smaller commitment of time and money are available. Patio: Homeowners who do not already have a patio will find that adding one can increase a home’s value. Patios help a home look neat, add useable space and may help a home to sell quickly. The experts at Space Wise, a division of Extra Space

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Door update: Improve curb appeal with a new, high-end front door and garage doors. If that’s too expensive, a good cleaning and new coat of paint can make an old door look brand new. These easy fixes can improve a home’s look instantly.

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With all those devices, it’s no surprise that a greater number of people are embracing the smart home movement. Those who have yet to jump on the bandwagon can benefit from learning more about smart homes and why it’s intelligent to have a smart home.

What is a smart home? According to SmartHomeUSA.com, the term “smart home” is commonly used to define residences in which appliances, lighting, heating and cooling units, televisions, computers, entertainment systems, and security systems are capable of communicating with one another. Each of these components can be controlled remotely, typically via a smartphone.

Why is it smart to have a smart home? The benefits of a smart home are numerous, and will likely only multiply as people utilize more devices. • Time: A recent joint survey from CNET and Coldwell Banker found that 57 percent of Americans say that smart home technology saves them an average of 30 minutes per day. That’s an especially beneficial advantage for busy parents and/or professionals who find it difficult to juggle all of their daily responsibilities.

• Money: Another benefit to smart homes is their cost savings. Because devices can be controlled remotely, smart home owners can adjust the temperatures on their heating and cooling units while away from home. That means they can arrive home each night to a comfortable home without having to run their HVAC systems all day while no one was home. In fact, the CNET/Coldwell Banker survey found 45 percent of Americans say that smart home products save them an average of $98.30 each month.

• Investment: Whether you’re a developer or a single-family homeowner, real estate is an investment. Making a home as appealing to prospective buyers as possible is a great way to get a better return on your real estate investment. The CNET/ Coldwell Banker survey found that 81 percent of buyers would be more likely to buy a home if smart home products were already installed. That can make the market for your home more competitive, ultimately earning you more money at resale.

Smart homes are both the present and the future. Homeowners who want to make their homes more livable today and more marketable tomorrow should consider investing in smart home products.

Items to get you started on creating your smart home

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echnology has changed the way people live in the 21st century. Once ubiquitous, land lines anchored to kitchen walls have now given way to smartphones that can be taken anywhere. Bulky television sets that required at least two people to move have been replaced with high-definition offerings so light and thin they can be mounted on living room walls.

It’s no great surprise that technology also is changing the physical places we call home. Smart homes are a rapidly growing trend. In a typical smart home, devices such as the thermostat, television and even the refrigerator can be controlled remotely through the internet.

Converting an existing home into a smart home can seem intimidating, especially for people who don’t consider themselves tech savvy. But today’s user-friendly technology makes it relatively easy for anyone to turn his or her home into a smarter one.

Before you get started, recognize that there are certain must-have items to turn a home into a smart home.upgrades to join the smart home revolution.

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Hub The hub refers to software or hardware that connects all of your devices and gets them to work together. Think of the various devices you have and then think of their manufacturers. Chances are strong you have devices manufactured by various companies, and enabling those to work together might seem impossible. A hub does that work for you. And because they can be connected to your smartphone, hubs also make it possible to control devices while you’re away from home.

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Devices You won’t necessarily need to upgrade your devices to get a smart home. In fact, if you control or can control any device in your home with a smartphone, you are already on your way to having a smart home. Upgrading to a programmable thermostat that’s compatible with your smartphone might be a great idea if your current thermostat is old and not internet-compatible. With a programmable thermostat, you can control the temperature in your home remotely. That ensures the home is a comfortable temperature when you arrive home and allows you to turn off costly heating and cooling units when no one is home.

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JCC’s Jewish Film Festival returns Continued from Page 25 One of the films that Assael is looking forward to watching is another U.S.made documentary, “The Mamboniks” (2015), which tells an interesting piece of New York City history during the racially segregated 1950s. “It has to do with Jewish dancers doing the Mambo from Cuba — that’s how they got their name the Mamboniks,” she said about this film that will be screened on July 24 and July 25. “It’s an interesting story about how the Jewish and Latin cultures come together in the form of dance at a time when they both had a lot of racial segregation and there was a lot of anti-Semitism.” “It’s also very interesting now because a lot of people have recently been able to go to Cuba and many people have been interested in the Cuban culture,” Assael added. “That one in particular has Spanish and English subtitles.” “Across the Waters” (2016) is a 95-minute Danish drama directed by Nicolor Donato, being shown on July 31 and Aug. 1. Based on a true story, the film depicts a Jewish family who barely escape Copenhagen after the Nazis seize control and set off to a remote fishing village in the north of the country where they’ve heard local fishermen are ferrying Jews to Sweden. The film festival concludes on Aug. 7 and Aug. 8 with the Argentinian drama, “The Last Suit,” (2017). “That one is about a tailor who had to sell his house in Buenos Aires. He was a Holocaust survivor, and he sets off on a one-way trip to Poland, where he plans to find the Christian friend who saved him from death at Auschwitz,” Assael said. “It just seems like a fascinating film and another one that I’m very looking forward to seeing.” The JCC’s Jewish Film Festival is made possible with the generous support of its sponsors, including Gold sponsors The Bristal and Marilyn and Barry Ruben-

stein, Silver sponsors Renee and Adam Haber, and the following Bronze sponsors: Bert E. Brodsky, chairman of BEB Capital; Laurel Buchbinder; Jill Dee; Joe Garten; the Jacobson Family Foundation; Janet Kroll; Lisa and Richard Levine; Marvin and Wendy Natiss; the Pelton family; Ellen and Martin Rosenman; the Rosenthal Family Foundation; Cynthia and Michael Rubinberg; Estelle Schlossberg; and Carol and Arnold Wolowitz. “The event helps to support other JCC programs, as well as brings a cultural experience to our audience from Long Island and Queens,” Assael said. “Candy will be sold by members of our Vocational and Employment Center department, which is part of our Special Needs department.” The JCC sponsors many other funfilled events throughout the summer, including their Mah Jong and Canasta clinics, year-round senior programs like the REACH lecture series, their News Behind the News current event discussions, and Knitzvah. “And, of course, our fitness center includes a pool and track that are open in any weather,” Assael said. “Our annual golf and tennis outing, presented by Hiram Cohen and Son, will be held on July 29 at the Glen Oaks Country Club.” The JCC box office is currently open to purchase tickets to the film festival. Film passes for the whole series are $50 for the general public and $40 for members. Individual film tickets are $10 and $8 for members. Filmgoers are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance as screenings will sell out. General seating begins 30 minutes before show times. Note that the films are not rated and some may contain explicit language and violence. For more information about the Randi & Bruce Pergament Jewish Film Festival, go to www.sjjcc.org/filmfestival or call 516-484-1545. The Sid Jacobson JCC is located at 300 Forest Drive in East Hills.

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Suozzi joins delegation in Normandy Last week, Congressman Tom Suozzi participated in a bipartisan Congressional Delegation to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the allied D-Day invasion in Normandy, France. Suozzi and the members of Congress paid tribute and partook in ceremonies with Presidents Trump and Macron to honor those lost during the Battle of Normandy. “This experience was truly sobering and humbling. Seventy-five years later, the sacrifice made on the altar of Normandy must be remembered and revered. These brave souls demand that we earn the sacrifice they made by lifting up our freedom and our democracy and participating in our politics and government in a way that is more noble,” said Suozzi. While in Normandy, Suozzi visited the American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer and paid his respects to the 21 soldiers from the 3rd Congressional District who are interred there. Suozzi laid wreaths at the grave of Brigadier General Theodore Roosevelt, Jr., son of President Theodore Roosevelt, as well as at the graves of 15 soldiers, and at the Tablets of the Missing, which memorializes the five soldiers who are listed as missing in action. At General Roosevelt’s grave, Suozzi held a brief ceremony, said a prayer of thanksgiving, and spread a handful of dirt brought with him from Sagamore Hill, the childhood home of Roosevelt, a Medal of Honor recipient, like his father. “At age 56, General Roosevelt was the oldest soldier in the D-Day invasion and the only general to land by sea with the first wave of troops. Using a cane due to arthritis, General Roosevelt calmly urged his troops on amidst the incredible attacks. He survived D-Day but succumbed to a heart attack five weeks later,” said Suozzi. “Years later, General Omar Bradley was asked, ‘What was the bravest thing you ever saw in your military career?’ Bradley responded, ‘Ted Roosevelt on the beach in Normandy.’” Suozzi also visited the small village of Sainte-MèreÉglise, the first French village to be liberated by the Allies after D-Day. He met with the mayor, Jean Quétier, presenting him with a flag that flew over the U.S. Capitol. Sainte-Mère-Église is the sister city of Locust Valley. In 1944, Life magazine ran a photo of the wife of the

mayor of Ste-Mère-Église placing flowers on the grave of Theodore Roosevelt, Jr. The photo inspired residents of Locust Valley to “adopt” the village as a “sister city,” sending supplies to the war-ravaged village. Within a year, nearly 200 American cities had followed Locust Valley’s lead, adopting sister cities all over the world. In 1956, President Eisenhower officially formed Sister Cities International. Additionally, Suozzi visited the Normandy Institute, an international educational residence with a mission to foster understanding and inspiration from the historic events of D-Day. He met with Susan Eisenhower, granddaughter of President Dwight Eisenhower, who presented both Suozzi and his colleague Congressman Jeff Fortenberry with medals recognizing their efforts in promoting the history of D-Day and the Normandy Invasion. Interred at the American Cemetery, Colleville-surMer, France: Brigadier General Theodore Roosevelt, Jr. of Oyster Bay, 4th Infantry Division Private Charles Byrnes of Hicksville, 116th Infantry

Regiment, 1st Infantry Division Private Walter Dawiskiba of Locust Valley, 175th Infantry Regiment, 29th Infantry Division Private First-Class Lawrence Hills of Huntington, 121st Infantry Regiment, 8th Infantry Division Private Edmund Kawiecki of Port Washington, 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division First Lieutenant Harry Koeppel of Locust Valley, 119th Infantry Regiment, 30th Infantry Division Private Walter Korrow of Jericho, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division Private First-Class Chester Nakelski of Port Washington, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division Technical Sergeant Walter Newman of Port Washington, 314th Infantry Regiment, 79th Infantry Division Private First-Class Chester Puchalski of Glen Head, 13 Infantry Regiment, 8th Infantry Division Private First-Class James Rice of Great Neck, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division Technician Fifth Grade Ralph Spiezia of Huntington Station, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division Technician Fifth Grade Andrew Stuckey of Manhasset, 802nd Tank Destroyer Battalion Technician Fifth Grade Kenneth Geiler of Queens Village, 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division Private First-Class Rudolph Stalzer of Kings Park, 502nd Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division Technical Sergeant Igor Vassilieff of Great Neck, 1141st Engineer Combat Group Tablets of the Missing at the American Cemetery, Colleville-sur-Mer, France Lieutenant John Behrens of Whitestone, US Navy Lieutenant JG Joseph Capelli of Whitestone, US Naval Reserves Coxswain Edward De Bias of East Northport, US Naval Reserves Private Annella Miranda of Huntington, 749th Tank Battalion Corporal Gustave Norell of Hicksville, 749th Tank Battalion

Celebrating Shabbat with yoga Join Jewish communities across Long Island, from Great Neck to the Hamptons, as they roll out their yoga mats, preparing body and soul for the majesty of Shabbat. Jewish Yoga School’s founders, Rabbi Tara Feldman and yoga instructor Sharon Epstein, along with participating synagogues, welcome the community to be inspired by the beauty and wholeness of the Sabbath during a soul-centering yoga session infused with the symbolism and meaning of Kabbalat Shabbat. The Long Island Yoga Shabbat will take place on June 27 and 28 and members of the community are invited to come out to one of these free local events. No previous yoga experience is necessary. • Temple Beth-El; 5 Old Mill Road in Great Neck; Friday, June 28, from 5 to 6 p.m.; please wear white; Rabbi Tara Feldman and Sharon Epstein, sharonepstein10@gmail.com or 516-487-0900.

• Reconstructionist Synagogue of the North Shore, 1001 Plandome Road in Plandome; Friday, June 28, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.; Rabbi Jodie Siff, rabbijodie@rsns.org. • Midway Jewish Center, 330 South Oyster Bay Road in Syosset; Thursday, June 27, from 7 to 8 p.m.; Genia Taub, RYT, geniataub@gmail.com or 516-220-6692. • Kehillath Shalom Synagogue, 58 Goose Hill Road in Cold Spring Harbor; Friday, June 28, at 6:30 p.m.; Rabbi Lina Zerbarini, rabbi@kehillathshalomsynagogue.org or 631-367-4589. • Temple Beth Torah, 35 Bagatelle Road in Melville; Friday, June 28, from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m.; Rabbi Susie Heneson Moskowitz, ravsusie@gmail.com. • Temple Adas Israel, 30 Atlantic Avenue in Sag Harbor; Friday, June 28, at 9:30 a.m.; Jill Erlitz, jrerlitz@hotmail.com or 917-371-6111.

Jewish Yoga School’s founders, yoga instructor Sharon Epstein and Rabbi Tara Feldman, facilitate the program in Temple Beth-El of Great Neck’s main sanctuary.

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The Art Guild announces 2019 Awards The Art Guild celebrated the opening of its 2019 Members Showcase Exhibition on May 31. Nearly 250 guests were treated to a garden party reception on Elderfields’ sunny patio, with live music provided by Chris Kinnear. This exhibit features the artwork of 80 artists in a wide variety of styles and mediums. Local dignitaries in attendance included Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (dGlen Cove) and North Hempstead Town Councilwoman Dina De Giorgio. Dr. Charles A. Riley II, executive director of the Nassau County Museum of Art, was the juror-of-awards for this exhibition. Riley is a lecturer, art critic, educator and an author of over 30 books on the visual arts. “It was an utter joy to view [the] work closely, and it is wonderful to think of all this super painting, drawing and creating coming from a lovely house around the corner from my museum,” said Riley. First place was awarded to Heather Heckel for her colored pencil and gold leaf painting, “Amanda;” second place was awarded to Alice Riordan for her terracotta sculpture, “Walt Whitman;” and third place was awarded to Ilene Silberstein for her oil painting, ”Bowl of Roses.“

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Left to right: North Hempstead Town Councilwoman Dina DeGiorgio; First place winner Heather Heckel; Second place winner Alice Riordan; Honorable mention winners Joan Stevens and Laura Montilor; Third place winner Ilene Silberstein; Art Guild Executive DIrector Lisa Kaye Grossman; Art Guild Co-President, Shelley Holtzman. Honorable mentions went to Joan Stevens for her oil painting, “Morning Ritual;” Laura Montllor for her watercolor, “Panacea;” and Donna Litke for her mixed media work, “Silent Speech.” The Terri Shkuda Award for Broadening Creative Pursuits was awarded to Marceil Kazickas. This award is presented to the member who best epitomizes the four principles of the organization’s mission statement:

“Encouragement, Education, Exploration, and Exhibition.” Kazickas is a board member and was instrumental as a liaison for the “Wallflowers” exhibit which hung at Northwell Health’s facilities in Lake Success. She is always one of the first to volunteer to help with events, exhibit hanging and receptions. Her positive attitude and encouraging words are always welcome. The Art Guild presented scholarships to five deserving

high school seniors who plan to pursue a career in the visual arts. Christine Chai, Plainview-Old Bethpage High School, Animation; Sarah Kim, Plainview-Old Bethpage High School, Animation, Massachusetts College of Art & Design; Emily Lee, Great Neck South High School, User Interface Design, Rochester Institute of Technology; Isabelle Lin, Manhasset High School, Architecture; and Ashley Zhang, Plainview-Old Bethpage High School, Photography. The next exhibit in the gallery, “The Best of The Art Guild 2018-2019” from July 11 to August 25, will celebrate the exhibit award winners and scholarship recipients from September 2018 through June 2019. A call for artists has gone out for “About Face: The Portrait,” with a deadline of August 5. The exhibit will be on view from August 31 to September 29. Five Summer Art Workshops for ages 5 to 8 and 8 to 12 are registering now. The workshops for ages 5 to 7 are July 8-12, July 15 – 19, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The workshop running from July 22 to 25 is sold out. The workshops for ages 8 to 12 are July 29 – August 2 and August 5 – 9, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The fifth annual “CreARTive” will be held on Saturday,

August 10 from 1 to 4 p.m. This fun and free art-focused afternoon is for children ages 5 and up and their families. An Advanced Portfolio Studio for High School Students (grades 9-12) is being offered twice a week for six weeks beginning July 15. This course is designed to assist advanced drawing/painting/2-D design students to develop their skills and with an emphasis on their art-making process and creating a cohesive body of work. Adult classes include New Strategies and Techniques in Portraiture (oil, pastel, charcoal or watercolor) with Robert Silverman; Get Sharper (all levels – drawing and other media) with Stephanie NavonJacobson; Oil Painting (all levels) with Joan Stevens; Abstract Painting in Acrylics with Kevin Larkin; and Beginning Drawing with Barbara Silbert. Please visit the website for dates, full descriptions and registration. The Art Guild is located at Nassau County’s Elderfields Preserve, 200 Port Washington Blvd., Manhasset NY. For more information call 516.304.5797 or visit the website: www. TheArtGuild.org. The Art Guild is a not-for-profit 501c3 organization. Submitted by The Art Guild.

Historical society to host antique car show The second annual “Wheels Through Time: Antique Car Hill Climb & Car Show” takes place on June 23, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The historical society has teamed up with the Vintage Flathead Timing Association for this exciting event. The morning features the Antique Car Hill Climb, an event popular in the 1920s, 30s, and 40s. Classic (pre-1940) roadsters assemble at Hempstead Harbor Beach Park and are timed racing up the hill, while onlookers cheer along the sidewalks. Then at noon, a parade of antique cars will head over to the Sands-Willets House, joining some ‘newer’ antiques (through the 1970s) for a classic car show. While there, enjoy live music by the CNPHS’s house band, The

Front Porch Players, take a tour of the Sands-Willets house and enjoy hot dogs and popcorn. To enter an antique car in the hill climb or classic car show, visit our website – www. cowneck.org – to learn more about the requirements or email carshow@cowneck.org. Summer is almost here, and with it the annual events and tours put on by the Cow Neck Peninsula Historical Society. The best news – all events and tours are free for 2019 (donations are happily accepted). Tours: Dodge Homestead tours, Sands-Willets House tours, and Magical History Walking Tours of the Manhasset Bay through October. Dodge Homestead tours are available the fourth Sunday of most months through October,

at 2 p.m. sharp. Sands-Willets House tours take place most first and third Sundays through October at 2 p.m. sharp. Magical History Walking Tours of Manhasset Bay meet the first weekend of most months through October. The 1-mile tour begins at the Town Dock and ends at the Port North Dock. Tours start at 11 a.m. sharp. You will walk the shoreline with a knowledgeable guide who will explain the history of Port Washington, including its rich history of sand mining, shellfishing, aviation, and tourism. The tour lasts about 1.5 hours, with bench stops along the way. Bring a bagged lunch and enjoy it at the North Dock at the end of the tour. No reservations necessary for any tours, just show up on time.

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The 2nd Annual Classic Car Hill Climb & Antique Car Show will take place on Sunday. Become part of history and join the CNPHS. Volunteers are welcome. For more information, please visit the newly updated website – www.cowneck.org.

Submitted by the Cow Neck Peninsula Historical Society.

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Port trustee from G.N. dies at 68 Marc Silbert, a Great Neck North grad, wore many hats as an official next door

BY J E S S I C A PA R K S Marc Silbert, a longtime public servant in Sands Point, died of a heart ailment on June 9 at the age of 68. He continued to serve the village despite his diagnosis and was running for re-election this spring. His name remained on Tuesday’s ballot as required by state law. Silbert made numerous contributions to his home village of Sands Point. He was a trustee, former president of the Sands Point Civic Association, chief police commissioner of the Sands Point Police Department and co-founder of the Port Washington/Manhasset Office of Emergency Management to name just a few of the roles he assumed. “But a resume of his many and varied positions doesn’t tell us what made Marc such a special colleague and friend,” said Sands Point Mayor Edward Adler. “His legendary sense of humor and quick wit had no equal … he made me laugh, and not always at the most opportune times.” Silbert first joined the Sands Point village government when he was appointed to the Board

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Trustee Marc Silbert (l) swearing in Sands Point Police Chief Tom Ruehle in January. of Zoning Appeals by then Mayor Leonard Wurzel in 1996. After a village trustee retired in 2001, Wurzel, Adler and Trustee Katherine Ullman readily agreed that Silbert would make a great trustee, Adler said. “He agreed to join the board and to take over from me the most challenging and timeconsuming trustee position —

building commissioner,” Adler said. When Adler became mayor 10 years later, he asked Silbert to fill the role of chief police commissioner. “As always, he was a quick study and assumed the new position with gusto, learning every imaginable detail about the department,” the mayor said.

Silbert said in a past interview that he was especially proud of the highly professional police force in Sands Point. “I firmly believe it is the finest village police force on Long Island,” he said. Adler said Silbert stayed on the best of terms with the entire department, including many officers whom he had the privilege of swearing in. “Marc loved the force and the feeling was mutual,” said Adler. Silbert’s service to others did not end at the village level. It went much further when in 2013 he published a book in collaboration with researcher and author Hal Spielman. “Suddenly Solo: A Lifestyle Road Map for the Matured, Widowed or Divorce Man” guides older men who are newly single, whether it be widowed or divorced, on how to continue their lives on their own. “My love is creating things and telling stories,” Silbert said in an interview with FiOS1 in 2013. “Suddenly Solo” is not only a book, but an organization that continues to provide older men with a variety of tips from dating to finances to housekeeping

on its website. “I think we’ve discovered something that needed to be said and needed to be put out there, and I think we are helping a lot of people,” Silbert said in the interview. “I take great satisfaction in that.” Silbert was a resident of Sands Point for more than 35 years. He was a graduate of Great Neck North High School and New York University, where he received a degree in history. He was the owner and director of Robert Half International and served as the director of Long Island Temps since January 2014. He is survived by his wife, Peggy Silbert, two sons, Adam and Ryan Silbert, a twin brother, Evan, and a younger brother, Sam. Services for Silbert were held last Tuesday at the Community Synagogue in Sands Point. In his eulogy, Adler said: “ It was never about power or authority. It was never about him. Self-importance, self-aggrandizement simply had no place in his view of the appropriate way to serve this community he loved.”

Town urged to delay zoning code vote Residents voice concern over changes to Port Washington waterfront biz district BY J E S S I C A PA R K S Port Washington residents urged the North Hempstead Town Board to postpone a vote on zoning code changes in Port Washington’s waterfront business district until October. Last month, the town council introduced changes to the zoning code that proposed eliminating residential use from the district, eliminating below-ground parking, implementing a 10-yard setback on the front and rear of properties and reducing building height from three stories to two. Over the last 10 days, the board eliminated hotel and boatel use from single-use properties and instead said they can be part of a mixed-use building. A boatel is a waterside hotel equipped to accommodate visitors traveling by boat. The board also introduced a density cap for hotels in which new ones could build no more than 35 rooms per acre. The 11.2-acre waterfront business district was organized in June 2009 and runs along the north side of Main Street from Sunset Park to the west side of Main Street

after the curve and ends just before Dolphin Green. At Tuesday’s town meeting, residents and developers discussed their concerns over the proposed changes to the zoning code. Many residents were concerned over the potential for overdevelopment while developers were worried that the zoning code would prohibit all development. Laurie Rothstein thanked the board for the recent changes to the code, saying they are “in a positive direction,” but had concerns over “too many gray areas that could lead to larger, denser development than any of us intend.” William Decanza, an attorney representing the owners of La Parma, said his clients purchased the property based on the building rules in place over 18 months ago. “The rules have been changing ever since,” he said. “You can’t just say … you have to build according to those rules, but we can always change those rules.” “There is a concern about overdevelopment but with the zoning code, there is going to be no development,” said Wil-

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Dina De Giorgio (speaking) and the rest of the North Hempstead Town Board at its Jan. 29 meeting. liam Cornachio, a real estate attorney from Rivkin Radler in Uniondale. Planning Commissioner Michael Levine said the board is trying to avoid making the code so restrictive that a landowner is granted entitlement to relief by the courts. He said landowners are not entitled

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Howard Kimmel repairs the world Continued from Page 24 Kimmel oversaw the Trump Village project for the state for almost four years and recalled that “a kid who was in the trailer with blond hair was Donald Trump.” He takes delight in having played a role in desegregating one of Trump Village’s notoriously segregated buildings in Brighton Beach in the early 1960s. “I was chosen to be Newsday’s everyday hero. Gov. Nelson Rockefeller gave me commendation by writing two personal letters, by hand, for things that I had done.” Collaborative Community The notion of community and sharing was a constant theme. After he married Sylvia Drucker, whom he met skating at Park Circle Skating Rink in Brooklyn when he was 17 and she was 16, they lived in an apartment at a friend’s house. When, like so many other young couples at the time, he wanted to buy his own house, he came up with a novel ideal: a collaborative community, Precipia, in which some 25 families would pool their funds to purchase property and build houses on half-acre lots. It was about more than pooling money to achieve the American Dream of home ownership. The concept was to form a true community. They worked collaboratively for almost two years, holding regular meetings and inspecting more than 50 sites. Their search brought them to Great Neck. But Kimmel, ever the idealist, didn’t realize at the time he was up against two headwinds: anti-Semitism and McCarthyism, which condemned anything that smacked of “communism.” But it was a third element that finally was their undoing: human nature. “The collaborative was established so that everyone would live in one amalgamated area. It was a shock – ashanda – when

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Wedding photo of Howard and Sylvia Kimmel. people decided not to do it. Unfortunately, we broke up,” he said. Kimmel settled on a much less ambitious plan, buying an oversized lot in the Village of Thomaston on the Great Neck peninsula with a house that he renovated and a lot big enough to build a second home that he sold to a Danish family. The owner worked at the United Nations General Assembly in Lake Success. Howard immediately became active in local civic activities, becoming president of the Thomaston Civic Association and succeeded in accomplishing the rezoning of a mile-long stretch of Northern Boulevard that increased the village’s tax base. Then as president of the Great Neck Committee for Community Planning, an umbrella organization for the dozens of civic groups along the Great Neck peninsula, he began initiating a coordinated master plan in face of the alarming mishmash of development underway.

Out of that came a proposal to develop a 60-unit, low-income housing project on a 2.5-acre plot in Kings Point abutting Great Neck in the anticipation it would be inhabited by black families. It was battled back. “The editor of the Great Neck News – in large-print, three inches high on the front page – wrote ‘Malicious Bleatings of Professional Do-Gooder, Howard Kimmel.’ I still remember the quote,” he said. The only things that did come out of this effort, he said, “were stop signs and cul de sacs.” But Kimmel was undaunted. It took 17 years of social activism emanating from Temple Emanuel of Great Neck that finally resulted in the Great Neck Housing Authority’s senior housing building on the former Arrandale School site. But the Apexes, now called Kimmel 1 and 2, are his crowning achievements. And he continues to work for affordable

Howard Kimmel with family at talk at North Shore Towers on how AJC is “Fighting Today’s Jewish Battles”.

housing, now with Self-Help, the nonprofit founded to resettle Holocaust survivors that took over Apex. Self-Help has some 18 affordable housing projects, including new ones in Wyandanch and Freeport, in conjunction with the Kimmel Housing Development Foundation. Jon Kaiman, the North Hempstead supervisor at the time, said, “He spoke about this idea for affordable housing he had to build with architect Lloyd Goldfarb. At first, I had a degree of skepticism. A lot of folks come with an ‘idea’ – generally a for-profit enterprise – and want to have us rezone so can build to density to be affordable, and get tax credits. But we need to change zoning.” He added, “With Howard, there was no personal financial goal. Simply ‘We need housing, we need to do it so people who can’t afford it can find appropriate housing, so they can live with dignity, safety and be part of a community.’ He had this idea of shared living spaces in an apartment. He didn’t quite have the zoning, didn’t quite have the funding, didn’t quite have the design, didn’t quite have the community support. So there was skepticism. I heard him out and said, ‘If the pieces come together, we’ll talk again.’” Kaiman went on to say: “That’s not Howard Kimmel. I heard from him – constantly. He kept moving the pile forward, telling me ‘This person and this person was supporting.’ He had this energy, this hope it would all come together.” Kimmel acknowledges that all his work – earning his graduate degree by managing the real estate business his mother built, GFH; assuming leadership positions in civic associations and professional organizations like the National Association of Housing & Redevelopment Officials; and teaching housing management at four colleges – was only possible because his beloved wife, Sylvia, who was a teacher and then a social worker, took on the main responsibility of parenting their three children. She died in August 2015. He credits her with the next generation’s success: the oldest, their son Lawrence, became a marketer who is heading an American Jewish Congress global campaign against anti-Semitism; Linda became an engineer who helped design astronauts’ space suits; and Deborah became a psychiatric social worker. Kimmel, who has lived in North Shore Towers for the past four years since selling his home in Thomaston, celebrated what would have been their 70th wedding anniversary by renting the theater for Larry to present a talk on how AJC is “Fighting Today’s Jewish Battles.” “I always wanted to do charitable work,” Kimmel said. “The principle of Judaism is repairing the world … When I had that first opportunity, I asked [brother] Freddie and [sister] Gladys, ‘Do you want to repair the world with me?’ The answer was yes. They supported his decision to use the gains from the sale of the family’s buildings to create the foundation for affordable housing. “This is my philosophy,” he says, “Tikkun Olam.”

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Local students making college news Alvernia University Lindsay Eckhoff of Williston Park was named to the dean’s list for the spring 2019 semester.To be eligible for the dean’s list, students must carry a semester GPA of 3.5 or better. Anjelica Riccobono of New Hyde Park earned a bachelor of science degree in nursing with a minor in biology. Bucknell University The following students were named to the dean’s list for outstanding academic achievement during the spring 2019 semester:Emma Cisneros, Lexi Katz andDerek Knight from Port Washington;Kenneth Wu from Great Neck; JJAlicea from New Hyde Park;Michael Murphy from Williston Park; andLucas Alcaraz, Robert De Castro, Andrew Gray, Irene Karantzios, Kate Petras andKiara Romotzki from Manhasset.A student must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a scale of 4.0 to receive dean’s list recognition. Clemson University Shannon Andrea Rybecky of Port Washington andEmma Rose Aquino of Roslyn were named to the president’s list for the spring 2019 semester.To be named to the president’s list, a student must achieve a 4.0 (all As) grade-point average. Eric Joseph Schissel of Port Washington andNicole Karanicolas of Albertson were named to the dean’s list.To be named to the dean’s list, a student achieved a grade-point average between 3.50 and 3.99 on a 4.0 scale. Colby College Taro Katayama of Port Washington andJacqueline Albanese of Manhasset were twoof 462 seniors who graduated from Colby College on May 26, receiving bachelor of arts degrees. Colgate University Members of the graduating class of 2019 includedSamuel Timothyof Port Washington andChelsea Taylor andMadeline Barcia of Manhasset.Timothy, a graduate of Paul D. Schreiber High School, majored in geology.Taylor andBarcia, graduates of Manhasset High School, both majored in political science. Elizabethtown College Katherine Morse of Manhasset, an early childhood education major, was named to the dean’s list for the spring 2019 semester. Students on the dean’s list are fulltime undergraduate students who earn a semester grade point average of 3.60 or better. Georgia Institute of Technology Jack Weinkselbaum of Port Washington earned a bachelor of science in computer science and-

Scott Pergament of Old Westbury earned a bachelor of science in industrial engineeringat Georgia Tech’s commencement ceremony on May 3-4. Hamilton College Madeline Justiniano of New Hyde Park has been named to the dean’s list for the 2019 spring semester.To be named to the dean’s list, a student must have carried throughout the semester a course load of four or more graded credits with an average of 3.5 or above. Lehigh University Max Mastbaum of Manhasset graduated with a master of engineering degree with a major in technical entrepreneurship in spring 2019. The following local students received bachelor’s degrees during the commencement ceremonies on May 20:James Papadopoulos,Bryant Born andKendall Glynn of Manhasset;Molly Hwang of Great Neck;Austin Katz of Albertson; andEric Sherman of Roslyn. New York Institute of Technology Eamonn Lennon, a communication arts major from New Hyde Park, andJose Melgar, a digital art major from Port Washington, were among NYIT students who presented their work for an annual film and animation festival hosted by the institution’s Communication Arts and Digital Art and Design departments. The showcase took place at the NYIT Auditorium on Broadway and included a diverse mix of student artwork ranging from short films, 2D animation, 3D animation, motion graphics, commercials, and more. NYIT’s student orientation leaders are gearing up to welcome new students ahead of the fall semester. Orientation leaders serve as the main point of contact for new students and their families during New Student Orientation.Local orientation leaders include:Ajay Benjamin,Asiya Hassan andDaniel Matthew of New Hyde Park. Quinnipiac University The following students were named to the dean’s list for the spring 2019 semester:Jessica Tsinberg of Great Neck;Suzanne Gil andMarissa Motti of Manhasset;Christen Anastas,Louis Basileo,Christin Candela,Jillian Palma andJessica Patterson of Mineola. Stonehill College Danielle Villano of Port Washington was named to the spring 2019 dean’s list.To qualify for the dean’s list, students must have a semester grade point average of 3.50 or better. SUNY Geneseo Maria Canellos of New Hyde

Park was named to the president’s list for the spring 2019 semester. To be on the list, a student must have achieved a 4.0-grade point average while taking at least 12 credit hours. The following students were named to the dean’s list for the spring 2019 semester:Catherine Cunningham of Mineola;Marguerite Bosco,Jonathan Chao andCaroline Crimmins of Albertson;Hannah Kearney of Carle Place;Bridget Rynne andAllison Yarri of Williston Park;Jade Chang,Stephanie Lee andUna Stopford of Port Washington;Leah Fried,Rachel Butchen,Rebecca Hirschhorn andLeila Sassouni of Great Neck; andAlexa Blandeburgo,Carol Chang,Mackenzie Griffin andMythili Hareendran of New Hyde Park.To be on the list, a student must have achieved at least a 3.5-grade point average. SUNY Oneonta Casey Hayes of New Hyde Park,Julia Langro andKarlo Vlahek of Port Washington andIsabel Amir of Great Neck, were among 196 students who earned provost list honors for the spring 2019 semester. To qualify for the provost’s list, a student must earn a perfect 4.0 grade-point average while carrying a course load of 12 hours or more. The following students earned dean’s list honors for the spring 2019 semester:Diane Carvalho,Emily Lutz andDana Lewis of Carle Place;Katherine Dorman andChristalla Elias of Albertson;Margaret Giacinto,Christen PatalanoandChristopher Lockwood ofMineola;Michal Golos andStephany Reyes of Roslyn;Siria Castillo,Clare Jay,Scott McCann andAlissa Salerno of Port Washington;Benjamin Rosenstein of Great Neck; andNina Arlotta,Benjamin Cradin,Sara Manners,Caitlyn Pereira,Erin Rivera andJalissa Sanchez of New Hyde Park. Zachary Boehm of Port Washington spent two weeks in Guatemala learning about the country’s water resource problems and environmental issues, spending time with local residents, and working toward solutions. The annual field course, called Water and Environment of Guatemala, brought 20 students to Guatemala for two weeks, where they took water samples and analyzed water quality data from Lake Atitlan and the surrounding drainage basin.Boehm is majoring in environmental sustainability. Eighteen students spent a little over two weeks, from May 13 to May 26, completing service projects and working with impoverished youth and families in Quito

and Mindo, Ecuador as part of an upper-division human development and family studies course. The following local students went on the trip:Madison Weiss of Albertson,KellieMarie Cassidy of Mineola andSiria Castillo of Port Washington. Oneonta Red Dragon Sports Peter McCormack of Mineola, competed on the 2019 SUNY Oneonta men’s lacrosse team during the recently completed spring season.The Red Dragons finished with an overall record of 5-9 this spring while completing a 2-4 season record in the SUNYAC.McCormack played and started in all 16 games this season. He scored six goals, added seve assists, collected 25 ground balls and caused five turnovers. The following local area athletes competed on the 2019 SUNY Oneonta women’s lacrosse team this past spring:Lauren Bascelli of Williston Park,Christen Patalano of Mineola andLily Avazis of Port Washington. SUNY Potsdam Lauren Behan of Mineola, whose major is music education, was named to the president’s list forthe spring 2019 semester. To achieve the honor of being on the president’s list, a student must have a grade point average of 3.5 or higher. Sarahi Interiano of Port Washington, whose major is Spanish, was among 316 students named to the dean’s list for the spring 2019 semester.To achieve the honor of being on the dean’s list, a student must have a grade point average between 3.25 and 3.49 in the given semester. Tufts University The following students were named to the dean’s list for the spring 2019 semester:Andrew Alstodt,Emilia Charno,Mark Gonzalez,Sarah Gottesman,Cory Gottfried,Matthew Kam andAlexander Zsikla of Port Washington;Craig Cagner,Erica Levy andRobin Park of Great Neck;Julian Balkcom,Sonam Delhiwala andIsmenia Ginebra of New Hyde Park;Ilana Gitlin,Anisha Jain,Brooke Juhel andAndrew Schloss of Roslyn; andAnthony Benja-Athon,John Cyprus,Kevin Gleason,Kenar Haratunian,Alex Maleno,Elliot Pavlovich,Adam Pidedjian andNadia Sbuttoni of Manhasset.Dean’s list honors at Tufts University require a semester grade point average of 3.4 or greater. The following undergraduate students were awarded degrees in disciplines ranging from the sciences and engineering to the humanities and fine arts during Tufts University’s annual commencement:Harry

Paul,Madeline Katz andConor Jenkinson of Port Washington;Stephanie Gottlieb of Great Neck; andAnthony BenjaAthon of Manhasset. Union College Marc Perlman, of Roslyn, was named to the Union College chapter of Phi Beta Kappa. Perlman is a member of the class of 2019.Election is based on scholarship and character, with particular attention given to intellectual maturity and breadth. Union’s Phi Beta Kappa chapter, Alpha of New York, was established in 1817 and is the fifth oldest in the country. Graduates from the class of 2019 included:Christopher Bendix andTimothy Curtis of Port Washington;Sarah Kaplan andBenjamin Lee of Great Neck;Sarah Gottlieb andMarc Perlman of Roslyn; andSophia Langner of Manhasset. University of Mississippi Mallory Jayne Mayfield, of Williston Park, graduated with a master of accountancy at the university’s recent commencement ceremony. University of Rhode Island The following students were named tothe spring 2019 dean’s list:Carolyn Bollerman of Port Washington;Hazel Acosta andAnthony Bartolotta of New Hyde Park;Michela Franz and Haley Perlow of Mineola;John Keyes of Albertson; andNora Moran of Williston Park. University of San Diego Maksym Cohen of Albertson graduated on May 26,earning a bachelor’s degree in international relations and environmental & ocean science. University of the Sciences The following graduates were part of the university’s commencement celebration on May 22:Rikita Doshi of New Hyde Park, who graduated with a bachelor of science degree in biology, andMarilyn Abraham andRiya Varma of New Hyde Park, who graduated with doctor of pharmacy degrees. Wilkes University Sarah Weynand of Albertson was named to the dean’s list for the spring 2019 semester. To be named to the dean’s list, students must obtain a minimum 3.5 gradepoint average. Williams College Erin Madison Cohn of Roslyn received a B.A. in biology at the college’s commencement ceremony on June 2. Worcester Polytechnic Institute Port Washington resident Matthew Nicholson andManhasset resident Elizabeth Jones received bachelor’s degrees at 151st WPI commencement.

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Port water district proposal Justice for victim to tax water usage unfair of gang violence

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egarding the fees to purify our drinking water, this is a pressing issue as water is the basis of life. The proposed fee structure is not fair. The tax is randomly chosen to tax homes above a certain value, with proposed taxes on homes above $1 million. The lack of fairness comes down to six straightforward factors: 1. Everyone uses water and benefits from it. Why tax those who have a home that is valued above a certain level. What is the relationship? 2. The beneficiaries are those

who use the most water. They should be taxed the most. This is simple fairness, yes? 3. Many homes worth less than the targeted level utilize sprinklers and pools. Why should others subsidize those with sprinklers and pools? 4. This is easily measured, e.g. water meters, so there isn’t any issue with assessing actual usage, right? 5. It discourages water conservation, one of the stated goals of the Port Washington Water District, yes? 6. Who will determine the value of a home? The Nassau County

Assessment process is underway. Put differently, we could abandon the toll both at every bridge and randomly pick a number to tax individuals instead of taxing people who actually use the bridges. It makes sense there. Why not tax the people (and water) on the same basis — water usage? If there is a fairer system, please share it and utilize it. It is the Water District’s role. Steven Stulbaum Port Washington

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he verdict is in and five members of the Trinitarios gang were found guilty of killing Lesandro “Junior ” Guzman-Feliz. Justice has prevailed but it is bittersweet. A young innocent young man of 15 years old was killed for no reason. A message has been sent out and that the days of gangs are numbered and those who commit such egregious acts will face justice.

Added to that they can run but they cannot hide. Junior, as he was known by friends, had much to offer but had his life cut short and is still missed by friends and family and will never be forgotten. Those who killed him will face the rest of their lives in jail to think about the evil they had done. Frederick R. Bedell Jr. Mineola

Standing up against bigotry in VGN mayoral race

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he Northshore Asian Civic Association, along with many ChineseAmerican residents in the Great Neck community, unanimously condemn the racial hatred comments in “Readers Write: Stop dirty politics, save our community” published on the Island Now website. The image has been meticulously edited and intentionally mistranslated to serve the dark purpose of dividing this commu-

nity. There are no such discussions in James Wu’s campaign group. The commentary about NACA and discussions in the WeChat group is purely speculative and exaggeration without any factual basis. We are very dismayed to see that The Island Now published such divisive and purposely misleading comments without any fact-checking. We want to make ourselves very clear: The racial remarks

are repulsive and fabricated with distorted details. NACA has zero tolerance for such racial divide and moral ambiguity. Both NACA and fellow Asian residents in this community were deeply troubled and sickened by such bigotry in this great community that we live in. We are also concerned about the fact that certain people are using such rhetoric for the basis of the upcoming village of Great Neck election.

Great Neck is a melting pot and has residents coming from all over the world with diverse ethnic and religious background. While we may have different cultural backgrounds, we all share common values and want to make our community inclusive and caring for our children where they can learn civility and tolerance. The election is about who can serve the entire community better, not about racial representation.

We condemn anyone who uses race or religion as the basis for creating a divide in this community. We encourage all residents of Great Neck to stand up against such bigotry and make sure that they learn that hate and divide has no place in our community. NACA Board Northshore Asian Civic Association

Plaza residents get no respect from mayor Continued from Page 18 The new crosswalk between Shoreward Drive and the park is configured so that in order to cross the street, pedestrians now have to walk right into the path of the oncoming turning buses as well as into two-way auto traffic. Partial to life and limb? Don’t cross here unless you want to become another statistic in the long list of Plaza pedestrian casualties. (Newsday published an article listing the worst villages in Long Island for pedestrian safety and Great Neck Plaza was at the top of the list.) A clean, safe and quiet space and safe crossings for pedestrians are of no concern to Jean Celender now, nor have they ever been a focus of her concern. Remember that she already disbanded two pedestrian safety committees because she couldn’t bother to deal with the

lack of pedestrian safety that still continues to injure, maim and kill pedestrians all over Great Neck Plaza. The TEP project grant provided funds to repave Shoreward Drive from the Barstow roundabout to Gilchrest Road, but Welwyn Road was paved only from Barstow Road to the post office because she spent the money on the park and bicycle lanes, leaving the entire rest of the street between the post office and Gilchrest Road unpaved and in a state of disrepair — filled with dozens of large, dangerous potholes and looking like a bombed out inner city street. (Please see attached photo.) Of course, the unpaved part of Welwyn Road is where the residential apartments are located, and we all know that residents of this area are of no consequence to Jean Celender.

However, last year she found plenty of money to repave Overlook Avenue where she lives, even though the street was not in a state of disrepair. And then there is the issue of Shop Delight’s megaviolations of its conditional use permit, which woefully impacts the quality of life of the nearby residents. Because of Jean Celender’s complete refusal to hold Shop Delight accountable for its violations, residents are unable to park anywhere near where they live because up to two dozen employees are allowed to illegally usurp the street’s threehour residential parking spaces every day, for up to 12 hours at a time, without consequence. Because of Jean Celender’s complete refusal to hold Shop Delight accountable for its violations, quality of life for residents grows worse every day

because noisy deliveries are made all over the street, at all hours of the day and night, even on weekends, without consequence. Because of Jean Celender’s complete refusal to hold Shop Delight accountable for its violations, their entitled, “rules do not apply” customers are allowed to double park their cars wherever they please, causing constant and excessive gridlock and accidents, all while blowing their horns excessively — also without consequence. But why should Shop Delight bother to adhere to the terms of its conditional use permit when there is purposeful lack of oversight or consequence for their violations? It would be more realistic to simply change the signage on the block from “Welwyn Road” to “Shop Delight Avenue, Eddie Yakubov, Overlord.”

Jean Celender lacks the milk of human kindness; she has ice in her veins. She views residents of the Welwyn/Shoreward area as nothing more than stepchildren. Unfortunately, apathy among residents for not calling her out for her lack of respect for her constituents and their needs has given this mayor carte blanche to reduce those who live on Welwyn Road to the same hypothetical rubble as the street that we live on. And under Celender’s unbending “let them eat cake” attitude, everyone in the village will continue to suffer. It’s time for the Jean Machine Regime to go! Muriel Pfeifer Village of Neck Plaza (We want our “Great” back!)

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Same generic drug may have different makers

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ost people assume that a drug is a drug – that Lipitor, for example, or a generic version, is the same anywhere in the world, so long as it’s made by a reputable drug company that has been inspected and approved by regulators That, at least is what journalist Katherine Eban, in her new book says “ is the logic that has driven the global generic-drug revolution: that drug companies in countries like India and China can make low-cost, high-quality drugs for markets around the world. The problem is the manufacturing standards are different depending on the country buying their drugs. Generic drugs are safe and effective as brand name drugs.” While these generic drug manufacturers take their biggest swaps of high-quality to low-quality ingredients, Eban writes, the countries that receive the short-cut produced drugs are markets with very

poor regulation such as subSaharan Africa, Southeast Asia, and areas of South America. Often health insurance plans require patients to switch to generics as a way of controlling costs. Eban warns that some of these medications might not be as safe, or effective as we think.” Most of the generic medications being sold in the U.S. are manufactured overseas, mostly in India and China. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration states that it holds foreign plants to the same standards as U.S. drug makers, but the FDA often announces its overseas inspections weeks in advance, which gives plants where generic drugs are made the chance to fabricate data end results. When I asked the FDA to confirm this, I did not receive a response. CBS News in a broadcast this year began with: ”It is something we have heard before. Generic drugs are the same as brand name drugs. They contain the same active ingredients and the manufacturers are sup-

posed to prove they work the same way as their brand name counterparts. Many of those generics come from abroad with 80 percent of active ingredients and 40 percent of finished drugs coming from outside the U.S.” There is also a category of drugs known as “Narrow Therapeutic Index Drugs.” There are different definitions of these drugs, but put simply, it means those pharmaceuticals having a narrowly defined range between risk and benefits. Different states have different rules and regulations concerning these drugs and how they act. The North Carolina Board of Pharmacy defines these drugs one way, again the narrowly defined range between risk and benefit. Canada defines Narrow Therapeutic Range drugs as having a ratio between the lowest concentration at which clinical toxicity occurs to the median concentration providing a therapeutic effect — less than or equal to two. This came from a report published in 2009

and written by Nathan D. Pope, PharmD. The latter was never a term I heard while I was practicing pharmacy. Examples of drugs that are NTI drugs are Digoxin, Lithium, Phenytoin, Theophylline and Warfarin. The U.S. drug supply is not immune to quality crises. Over the last 10 months, dozens of versions of the generic blood pressure drugs valsartan, losartan, and irbesartan have been subject to large recalls. In Africa, for instance, pharmaceuticals used to come from more developed countries, through donations and small purchases. So when Indian drug reps offering cheap generics started arriving, the initial feeling was positive. But Africa soon became an avenue to “to send anything at all,” said Kwabena Ofori-IKwake, associate professor in the pharmaceutics department at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in Kumasi, Ghana. Many hospitals also keep a

stash of what they call “fancy drugs” — either brand name drugs or higher-quality generics — to treat patients who should have recovered after a round of treatment but didn’t. Dr. Aaron Kesselman, writing for JAMA, said: “When people hear the word ‘generic,’ they associate it with inferior quality, but for the vast majority of people, generic drugs are as safe and effective as brand name drugs.” I personally take several drugs, all generic, and am very satisfied with the results. I would recommend that anyone who suddenly has a problem with a drug that formerly was no problem, ask the pharmacist if they were dispensing a different manufacturer than before. Your physician is your best guide to whether your medical condition requires a brand name drug when a generic is available, not your insurance company. Bertram Drachtman Great Neck

G.N. needs creative affordable housing ideas Continued from Page 17 and Great Neck Estates along their stretch. For Great Neck Estates, Russell Gardens and Thomaston, the solution might be to promote home-sharing (New York City actually has a service that matches people — possibly Project Independence could do the same), which could enable a young couple, for example, or

a single parent or another single senior to live in the home so an elderly person doesn’t live alone. It might be a rental with a future first-right of purchase. The conundrum, of course, for Suburbia and for the Great Neck Peninsula, particularly, is the contradiction with the higher densities that go along with “affordability.” But there are places where there can be extra density

(the traffic issue alleviated by a new bus or van service along a rebuilt Middle Neck Road and zip cars for buildings of a certain size). In a percentage of units that are either rent-stabilized (under state and even village law) or at an affordable rent, people who had housing vouchers (based on income or a key job like teacher, health care worker or first responder) could apply

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them to market rent. That would provide healthy diversity to a community. If you look at what is being done in other villages on Long Island, you will see plenty of these sorts of developments that have revitalized their communities and strengthened the economic base with aesthetically pleasing projects that fit the character of their environs while enhancing quality of life. Since Baby Boomers control 70 percent of the disposable income, housing that is attractive to empty nesters would be an economic boon especially if there are Complete Streets improvements, which would expand the consumer base, thereby making retail shops more desirable and

increasing the tax base. What is more, the availability of office/commercial space in the villages may mean more people work within the town rather than commute – that would be appropriate economic revitalization. Imagine living and working a bikeable distance? This would not only benefit the environment, but add quality of life by reducing stress, time and expense of daily commuting. When we hear the Main Streeters are frustrated at the loss of retail in this age of online shopping, the innovation could be small businesses, incubators, planning and professional firms and the like that would have a minimal adverse impact on our suburban community.

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When a tenant stops paying rent This column was formulated afterI met my client, who I have been doing business with for 14-plus years, at an evening event. He and his wife will remain nameless due to the fact they had to go to court to have his tenant evicted due to nonpayment. This tenant had been living in my client’s other space on his property for many years. Rental payments had been timely in the past, but then a few years ago she began to become tardy in her remuneration to my client. It became a real issue when his tenant just stopped paying, even though her salary was over $100,000. I asked, “What was the reason for not paying?” My client didn’t know and wasn’t given any explanation. From years of experience with tenants, there is an important factor called communication and everyone being on the same page when it comes to having rapport and longterm business relationships as a landlord. Of course, from the beginning, you have to lay down the ground rules in your lease and explain to your tenant how things will work. The most important item is paying the rent on time. I have always said that if your tenant(s) has any issues, loss of job, potential divorce, sickness or whatever their real reasons are, that they should be upfront and candid about their situation and that they

should let you know at least a week or more before rent is due. I firmly believe that the majority of tenants are honest people, but sometimes events occur to make them not pay, but even worse, communication with their landlords can either lead to heated conversations or none at all. Since they have possession, going to an L&T court (landlord and tenant court) becomes the solution of last resort to proceed with an eviction. But it’s not always an easy road to take and costs time and money, if you are not taking on the task yourself and have to hire and L and T attorney (I have a pit bull of an attorney who can assist you). Recently, I have had another client who had to do this with a tenant who had been paying for many years, but unfortunately loss of employment became a problem in paying the rent. It wasn’t so much about not paying, but the lack of straightforward and honest communication to figure out a plan and a way to pay something. The landlord made every attempt to try to settle the rent payments, but the tenant promised and never delivered. The deadlock escalated and then all discussions became futile and ceased, which made L&T court the only option. These two situations could have been made easier for both parties, if a level playing

contact with tenants is eliminated.

PHILIP A. RAICES Real Estate Watch

field was created by having a common denominator, called communication and discussions, but in both instances, the tenants not coming to the table to talk caused the breakdown. In deference to tenants, however, there are some bad landlords out there who really could not care less about their tenants or their properties, but only care about making money, which can cause tenants not to pay or pay less. But sometimes new landlords who constantly have difficulty with bad, or what I call “professional tenants” who find ways not to pay, can make some into bad landlords. But then if you can’t take the heat, get out of the fire of being a landlord and take your money and make other types of investments, REITs (real estate investment trusts), tax liens, discount mortgages, purchasing notes, etc., where direct

There is always some type of risk when putting your money in some type of investment, and as I say, “no pain no gain,” “no risk, no reward!” You can always choose to put your money into triple tax-exempt bonds, but the return will never be like other types of investments. Yet for older adults, this may be the safest place to park their money. Most important in being a landlord is to screen your tenants in the proper fashion by asking pertinent questions. Then again if you are in an area where Section 8 or any other type of social program tenants with vouchers are, one must be extremely careful and cognizant of what you can and cannot ask them. It is a very complicated and involved process and I will not get into it in this column. You can always reach out to me for a consultation. This is why it is crucial for a landlord to seek out a knowledgeable and professional real estate broker, who should know what questions to ask. The broker still gets paid by the local or state agency and relieve landlords of most of the responsibility of doing a job that they really shouldn’t be involved with. Moreover, qualifying tenants under other situations is a job for a seasoned professional broker and not for a landlord, unless they are very experienced. But then again, we get paid by the tenant, so it costs nothing and there is less risk in hiring us, since our job is to seek out potential tenants, by eliminating those who don’t meet the necessary qualifications. Nevertheless, we can never guarantee how an excellent tenant paying her rent from the start will do in the future, due to unforeseen circumstances that might and do occur. I am sure everyone or most everyone has heard of the term, “slumlord.” These landlords could care less about their tenants or their well-being and do whatever they can to keep their properties in disrepair, whether it be not providing heat, utilities or keeping unwanted pests (roaches, mice or rats) at a minimum.

They are earning income, but consistently refuse to keep their rentals in “a habitable condition,” making it difficult for their tenants. On the other hand, there are good and caring landlords who want to keep their buildings in proper working order. There are very complicated and difficult issues: rent control, rent stabilization and new potential laws on the agenda that are causing some landlords to have reduced or insufficient income to fix and upgrade their investment properties, even for some who live in their own buildings. This discussion requires state and federal politicians to sit down and figure out the answers and solutions, to possibly come to a win-win conclusion. What I see sometimes, however, are parties that are not serious about solving anything, because it involves real work, discussions and communications, which is severely lacking in some environments. So being a landlord poses some risks, but the rewards are worth it if you have the knowledge, thick skin and can handle the potholes. Philip A. Raices is the owner/broker of Turn Key Real Estate at 3 Grace Ave., Suite 180, in Great Neck. He has earned designations as a Graduate of the Realtor Institute (GRI) and also as a Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS). He will provide you with “free” regular updates of sold and new homes in your town via the Multiple Listing Service of Long Island (MLSLI)or go to WWW.Li-REalEstate.Com as well as a “free” value analysis of what your home might sell for in today’s market without any “strings” attached. He can also provide a copy of “Unlocking the Secrets of Real Estate’s New Market Reality or Our Seller’s or Buyer’s Guides for “Things to Consider when Selling or Purchasing your Home. Just email or snail mail(regular mail) him with your request with your name, email and cell number and he will send it out ASAP. For a consultation, he can be reached by cell: (516) 647-4289 or by email: Phil@ TurnKeyRealEstate.Com to answer any of your questions or concerns.

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Recent Real Estate Sales in Great Neck Great Neck Real Estate Market Conditions MEDIAN SALES PRICE $950,500 Demographics near Great Neck, NY Population Population Density Median Age People per Household Median Household Income Average Income per Capita

City 10,143 7,535 38 3 81,778 39,915

County 1,361,350 4,744 41.3 3 98,401 42,949

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6 2nd Road, Great Neck Sold Price: $780,000 Date: 06/10/2019 4 beds, 2 Full/1 Half baths Style: Contemporary # of Families: 1 Lot Size: . 2333 Acres Schools: Great Neck Total Taxes: $15,609 MLS# 3109446

6 Links Drive, Great Neck Sold Price: $1,100,000 Date: 05/30/2019 5 beds, 3 Full baths Style: Split # of Families: 1 Lot Size: 128x208 Schools: Great Neck Total Taxes: $17,707 MLS# 3101505

25 Ascot Ridge Road, Great Neck Sold Price: $945,000 Date: 06/03/2019 4 beds, 1 Full/1 Half baths Style: Colonial # of Families: 1 Lot Size: 77x117 Schools: Great Neck Total Taxes: $16,708 MLS# 3115648

6 Imperial Court, Great Neck Sold Price: $1,030,000 Date: 05/17/2019 4 beds, 3 Full baths Style: Split # of Families: 1 Lot Size: 45x103 Schools: Great Neck Total Taxes: $10,500 MLS# 3100838

Editorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s note: Homes shown here were recently sold in Great Neck by a variety of real estate agencies. The information about the homes and the photos were obtained through the Multiple Listing Services of Long Island. The homes are presented based solely on the fact that they were recently sold in Great Neck and are believed by Blank Slate Media to be of interest to our readers.

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Polner, author and editor Murray Polner, a Great Neck resident since 1961, passed away on May 30. He was 91 years old. Polner was the founding and only editor of Present Tense magazine, from 1973 to 1990. The liberal magazine was published by the American Jewish Committee, covering Jewish life around the world with heart, cogency, and thoroughness. When the AJC ended the publication, the organization was left with only its neo-conservative Commentary magazine. The New York Times covered the closing of Present Tense, partly because there was a hint of a possible political motive. This was the Reagan era, and not long after a controversial Present Tense cover featured a caricature of the president. (Polner was no fan.) Polner was also the author, coauthor, or editor of at least eight books. One of the most memorable was “No Victory Parades: The Return of the Vietnam Veteran” (Holt, Rinehart & Winston, 1970). This was the first nonfiction book to consider the plight of recent and future veterans of an unpopular war. The book consists of oral-history interviews with former soldiers, grouped under chapter headings “The Hawks,” “The Doves,” and “The Haunted.” He wrote on the concluding page, “…of this I am certain: never before in American history have as many loyal and brave young men been as shabbily treated by the government that sent them to war; never before have so many of them questioned as much, as these veterans have, the essential rightness of what they were forced to do.” “No Victory Parades” drew criticism from the right and praise from left-leaning reviewers. To his gratification, it influenced scholars, advocates, and veterans who went on to investigate mental health and other problems particular to this group of military veterans, such as what was later termed post-traumatic stress. He also collected and edited original writings for a book on the amnesty question, titled “When Can I Come Home?” (Doubleday Anchor, 1972). An unwavering pacifist, anti-war writer and activist — and an early vegetarian and animal-rights advo-

cate since his military service during the Korean War — he also wrote (with Jim O’Grady) a biography of the Berrigan Brothers, titled “Disarmed & Dangerous: The Radical Lives and Times of Daniel and Philip Berrigan” (Basic Books, 2007), as well as a sterling biography of one of his baseball heroes, titled “Branch Rickey: A Biography,” which New York City newspaper columnist Jimmy Breslin later praised in his own book on Rickey. In this laudatory biography, Polner argued that Rickey was motivated principally by his religiosity and moral convictions in breaking baseball’s color line. Polner often wrote magazine articles as well as letters to the editor about subjects of war and peace. A number of them in which he came out strongly against the reimposition of a military draft (he was an active participant in an antiwar group founded in the late 1970s in Great Neck, called Mothers (and Others) Against the Draft). He also counseled young men about the legal option of becoming a conscientious objector in the event of a military draft. At the time, during President Jimmy Carter’s administration, mandatory draft registration had been resumed. Less than a week before he died, he dictated a letter to the editor to one major daily, urging editorial writers to take up a cudgel against brewing Trump administration plans for war against Iran. He hoped to do more writing for Internet publications against the Washington “consensus” about the value of a far-flung U.S. military presence, and bellicosity, around the world, when he finally succumbed to an infection. Polner was the child of poor immigrants, Alex and Rebekah (Meyerson) Polner, who fled from Russia after the Bolshevik Revolution and he was raised in Brownsville, Brooklyn with his older sister, Mildred. In addition to Tilden, he attended CCNY (graduating in 1950 with a BSS degree); The University of Pennsylvania (MA, History); The Russian Institute, now Harriman Inst., receiving a Certificate of Graduation there (1967); and a Ph.D. from Union University & Institute (in Russian History, 1972). He was in the U.S. Navy Reserve from 1947 to 1952, and the U.S. Army from 1953-1955, serving

Murray Polner during the Korean conflict in Japan. In addition to founding and editing Present Tense magazine for the AJC, he was the editor of Fellowship magazine, published by the Fellowship of Reconciliation, from 1991 to 1993. He taught at Thomas Jefferson High School in the late 1950s and early 1960s, over a 10-year period, and was an adjunct professor at Suffolk Community College, Brooklyn College, and Queens College in the second half of the 1960s. He then served as executive assistant to the first chancellor of the New York City public schools, Harvey Scribner, and was most proud of his contributions to a student bill of rights as well as the introduction of night schools for teenagers who held daytime jobs. Polner is survived by his wife of more than 68 years, Louise (Greenwald) Polner, their three children, Beth Polner Abrahams, Robert Polner, and Alex Polner, and six grandchildren.

Saddle Rock recycles Kindergarten and fourth-grade classes at Saddle Rock School joined forces for a year-long service learning project to help protect the planet and support a local nonprofit organization. Early in the school year, students in Sabra Satten’s kindergarten class and Lauren Rio’s fourth-grade class implemented a project to collect plastic bottles and recycle them at a local grocery store. The students saved the five-cent refund for each bottle to benefit The Dotty Fund, a Long Islandbased charity that provides financial assistance to local families that cannot afford necessary medical treatments for their pets. In addition to raising money for a good cause, this project also helped students understand how to renew, reuse, and recycle items to save the planet. While the majority of the plastic bottles the students collected were recycled, a few were reused as piggy banks, decorated to resemble a dog. Students deposited their refunds in these reused containers throughout the school year. On April 11, Saddle Rock students celebrated the success of their year-long

fundraising efforts by presenting the money they collected to Jane Barbato, the head of The Dotty Fund. During a short ceremony, the students shared the lessons they learned from this initiative, including the importance of taking care of animals, and how to take care of our planet through recycling and reusing items. The students and teachers were applauded by Saddle Rock Principal Luciana Bradley, Assistant Principal Sara Goldberg, Superintendent Dr. Teresa Prendergast, and special guest North Hempstead Town Supervisor Judi Bosworth. Supervisor Bosworth, a former trustee on the Great Neck Board of Education, congratulated the students for their efforts and echoed the importance of taking care of our planet. She spoke about ecofriendly programs available in the Town of North Hempstead aimed at protecting and preserving our environment. This recycling project ties in to Saddle Rock School’s year-long commitment to support the United Nations “Life on Land” Global Goal. Service learning activities help educate students, enhance the local school environment, and benefit the great-

PHOTO BY BILL CANCELLARE

Saddle Rock kindergartners and fourth graders are joined by science teacher Janene Rowland, fourth-grade teacher Lauren Rio, kindergarten teacher Sabra Satten, Jane Barbato of The Dotty Fund, North Hempstead Town Supervisor Judi Bosworth, Great Neck Superintendent of Schools Teresa Prendergast, Saddle Rock Principal Luci Bradley and Assistant Principal Sara Goldberg. er community. The United Nations Life on Land goal encourages “sustainable use of our ecosystem and preserving biodiversity.” Saddle Rock students are learning how respon-

sible decisions—such as recycling, planting trees, conserving water, and protecting species—will help preserve the Earth for generations to come. Submitted by Great Neck Public Schools

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Continued from Page 1 feated James Wu, a Manhattan commercial real estate specialist, 1,781 votes to 813 and secured his third term as mayor. Overall voter participation surged from the contested 2017 mayoral election, which saw about 1,500 people cast ballots compared with nearly 2,600 in this election. Trustee Annie Mendelson, first elected in 2015, secured 1,770 votes and Trustee Steven Hope, appointed and then elected in 2017, won 1,772 votes. They defeated Harold Citron, a retail analyst who received 780 votes, and Julia Shields, a housing specialist and community activist who got 783 votes. At the Board of Trustees meeting following the election, Bral said the strong turnout in their favor was “extremely heartwarming to all of us” and that he hopes the community will come together and heal. He also said he is looking to sit down with the opposition and “discuss their ideas in order to move forward and make Great Neck better for all of us.” “We are all here to live and I hope we are all here to live in harmony,” Bral said. “There’s no need for people to become angry at each other.” After the meeting, Bral said he wants to “continue the message of revitalization” during his next term and that the most important thing for the community is to “stay united, work together and make Great Neck what we all want [it] to be.” Wu said that having more than 2,500 people vote in the election was “tremendous in terms of the amount of participation.”

“That says the community is really coming out and trying to have its voices heard,” Wu said. “I think that’s important, it makes our elected officials recognize that people are coming out and they care about the issues and what’s being discussed.” He also said that the mayor appeared open to further discussions about ideas on how to build a “harmonious community together.” The campaign season was short but sharp, with questions raised over candidates’ qualifications and trustworthiness. Wu in particular faced heat about his campaign finance violations from a 2009 race in Queens, a swapping of trustee candidates some termed a “bait and switch,” and other issues. Wu’s campaign had been sparked by fears of “overdevelopment” and disapproval of how the village initially handled attempts to revitalize Middle Neck Road and East Shore Road. He had also argued that there was a need for greater inclusion and more responsiveness from village government. Bral’s campaign sought to focus on his administration’s achievements, such as reining in a $1.1 million structural deficit, the installation of LED lights and fixing roads while holding the line on taxes. Bral also argued that the government has been transparent, live streaming its meetings, and said The villages of Lake Success and Kings Point had quieter, unconthat he has always been against overdevelopment. tested elections for trustee positions. The campaign also featured accusations of unIn Kings Point, incumbent Trustees Hooshang Nematzadeh and fair play, such as campaign literature appearing in Kris Torkan received 124 and 127 votes, respectively. houses of worship, divisive letters, and lawn signs In Lake Success, incumbent Trustees Lawrence Farkas and David being removed from properties. Milner won 54 votes, and Gene Kaplan secured 59 votes.

VGN letter sparks backlash from groups Continued from Page 3 its message and tone as unacceptable. It is beneath the great people of this suburb,” Wu said. “I repudiate anyone who would hate or use hate to try to divide our community.” Citron, a longtime member of Temple Israel who is running for trustee, said the letter’s publication was “disturbing on a number of fronts.” Steven Blank, the publisher of Blank Slate Media and its online component, the Island Now, said the letter writer had initially requested the letter be signed

by “A Group of Disturbed and Confused Chinese Americans in Great Neck.” He said he needed to know the identity of the letter writer, who responded via phone and said she would have it submitted “under her name” on behalf of the group. After being reviewed by an editor, the letter was posted online before Lee called saying someone had taken her name to write the divisive letter. It was removed from the website and not published in the print edition of the paper af-

ter the original letter writer did not provide further documentation of his or her identity. The letter writer “said she did not want to be further involved because she had gotten serious criticism and an angry response to our letter, and she said she feared for her safety,” Blank said. Further attempts by a reporter to reach the writer via email were unavailing. Mimi Hu, a former board member of the Great Neck Chinese Association, said the real Mandy Lee is a “well-known

member” of the community who had to speak up due to the confusion the letter generated. “That’s the only Mandy Lee we know and nobody knows about the other Mandy Lee,” Hu said, adding that the ChineseAmerican community is a “very close knit community.” Hu said efforts to find the other Mandy Lee have been unavailing and that based on the language of the letter and the disparaging of all the Chinese organizations, many believe it was written under a fake identification.

“This is so serious,” Hu said. “The community is definitely disturbed.” Bral said he had read the letter, but does not know who the writer is and was not contacted before it was put on the web. He also said he does not like what has been going on in Great Neck with the elections and that he hopes to bring people back together. “Some statements are upsetting to people when they hear it, and rightfully so. Those statements are hurtful,” Bral said.

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Port waterfront talks continue Continued from Page 57 to identify property lines and land that could potentially be owned by the town. Currently, there is no timely survey of the land in the waterfront business district. Mike Benedetti, a member of the Mitchell Farm Home Association and the Port Washington Waterfront Association, said a survey “is the baseline for this property.” “We don’t really know who owns what per se,” he said. “Let’s hire a surveyor and get a survey, I don’t know why we are going round and round about that.” Planning Commissioner Michael Levine said he thinks it’s hard to argue against commissioning a survey to establish who owns what. “I think there could be a value to establishing definitively who owns what,” he said. “We have been having debates for at least 20 years that I know of.” North Hempstead Town Councilwoman Dina De Giorgio said that the board will need to discuss the feasibility of commissioning a survey. William Gordon, owner of Long Island Boat Rentals, said the landowners at the waterfront should get together “to work to a plan.” De Giorgio reminded him that the board had al-

ready invited property owners to get together. “There is a lot of property there that I think if we all visioned it could be interesting for all parties,” he said. “And I understand it is not the town’s role, maybe all the property owners have to step up.” Mitch Schwartz, co-president of the Chamber of Commerce, said he thinks developers didn’t get together previously because the proposed zoning before the latest changes was acceptable. De Giorgio suggested that the chamber facilitate a conversation with the property owners and report back to the Town Board about the discussion. North Hempstead Town Supervisor Judi Bosworth asked Schwartz if the chamber would include other stakeholders such as Residents Forward and representatives from Port’s civic groups. Schwartz said he would try to get the property owners together for a preliminary meeting first to see if they are willing to sit down. The board continued the public hearing on the zoning code changes until the board’s July meeting but formally approved extending the waterfront moratorium until October.

COMMUNITY & SCHOOL

Schools recognized by ADL North High School junior Preethi Kumar has been awarded Honorable Mention in the AntiDefamation League’s (ADL) 2019 Alexander Bodini Prize for Diversity, in recognition of her efforts to promote harmony and respect. The Alexander Bodini Prize for Diversity is awarded each year to one elementary and one secondary student who has exhibited extraordinary leadership in the effort to make his or her school No Place for Hate. Preethi is an active member of the North High committee that develops and executes school-wide activities to promote understanding, acceptance, and respect for differences. As a result of these activities, North High earned its first No Place for Hate designation this North Hempstead Town Supervisor Judi Bosworth and Council Member Lee Seeman recently attended the Annual Blessing of the Fleet at Steppingstone Marina at Steppingstone Park. The event is hosted by the Steppingstones Sailing Club, the Steppingstone Yacht Club and the Great Neck Park District and marks the beginning of boating season. Vessels passed before the dock at Steppingstone’s marina to accept greetings and benedictions from dignitaries and community members for a safe season. Submitted by the Town of North Hempstead

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North High School junior Preethi Kumar is congratulated by Principal Daniel Holtzman for being recognized by the AntiDefamation League.

school year. “Preethi’s extraordinary personality has made her a leader of this program as well as an example to all students and faculty members that have the pleasure to interact with her,” says North High teacher and Student Organization advisor Alison Silk. “We are so fortunate to have her on the committee and look forward to her ideas for next year’s program.” Award recipients are selected by an ADL committee based on the recommendation of a school staff member. Preethi’s accolade was announced at the ADL No Place for Hate Recognition Ceremony in Manhattan on May 23. Submitted by Great Neck Public Schools

Fleet blessing at park

(Left to right) Nassau County Legislator Ellen Birnbaum, Supervisor Judi Bosworth, Great Neck Park District Commissioner Tina M. Stellato, Great Neck Park District Commissioner Frank S. Cilluffo, Council Member Lee Seeman, Great Neck Parks District Commissioner Robert Lincoln and Ilene Brandon- Master of Ceremonies.

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Nicknames just another form of humor

I nicknamed Buddy Marucci ‘Bing’ because his golf swing reminded me of Bing Crosby’s smooth voice.”

When I was a kid, my father nicknamed me “At” which was short for “Tom Tom the Atom Bomb.” Evidently I had some kind of explosive anger issue, but I always thought that my anger was one of my best virtues. He used the term affectionately, and I always liked it. In point of fact, nicknames have been used as a term of endearment for centuries and the term itself derives from the Old English word “ekename,” dating back to 1303 and means “additional name.” Freud may have been the first psychologist to suggest that nicknames are another form of humor, which he considered to be one of the highest and most mature defenses. In other words, it’s good to be able to laugh at oneself. It seems that the world of sport has a special affinity for nicknames. In golf, we have The King (Arnold Palmer), The Golden Bear (Jack Nicklaus), and The Black Knight (Gary Player). More recent nicknames in golf are The Terminator (Henrik Stenson) and Boom Boom (Freddie Couples). I asked one of my pros about nicknames and he said that being given a nickname is a sign of status and distinction and if you’re boring or average, you will not be given a nickname. I think he is right about that. When I say Mr. October, you know I mean Reggie Jackson. If I say Sir Charles, you know I refer to Charles Barkley. And If I say A-Rod, you know its Alex Rodriguez. In soccer, we have The

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Blur (Tiffeny Milbrett) and Formiga (Miraildes Mota.) Milbrett was referred to as The Blur because of her speed, and Mota is called Formiga, which means ant in Portuguese. They likened her character to an ant because she is so steadfast, persistent and selfless. You can see that nicknames are a sign of love even if the person named does not think so. Music gave us Old Blue Eyes (Frank Sinatra), The King (Elvis Presley), The Schnoz (Jimmy Durante) and The King of Soul (James Brown.) And, of course, as we grow our nicknames may change. Now that I am an old man with gray hair, I am no longer called At by anyone, but the caddies at my club do come up with some funny ones. Over the last decade, one of my favorite caddies calls me Doctor on Fire and my old friend Tom Kirby calls me Doctor Smoke because I still manage to hit the ball a long way. Perhaps it’s an Italian thing to do, but I am fond of giving my friends and family nicknames. My niece Lucia looks like a young Marilyn Monroe and I call her The Heartbreaker. When I do so, all she does is smile. I pity

the poor boys that date her and are thusly left in her wake. I used to call my son Big J because he is 6-foot-5. Then there is a tall youngster at my club who plays scratch golf and I call him Big Guy. I call one of our pros Mr. Smooth because of the way he swings the club. After all is said and done, I think being given a nickname is a sign of affection and a show of endearment and who couldn’t use a little of that stuff. Life is almost always a trial and a problematic test of will. So it is a very good thing to come up with ways to lighten the load and to be a little happier. One way to do that is the give someone you love a nickname or to take one on yourself. Although sometimes it doesn’t always sound so good. I asked one of my friends what his nickname was as a child and he thought for a moment and then said, “Oh, I remember they would call me Bob the Slob.” Such is the nature of sibling rivalry. We all suffer blows from the older and the younger ones in our family. Now that I think back, I remember the year that I had acne, and my oh so clever younger brother would shout with glee when he saw me “Bonjour Monsieur Acahnee.” Oh well, some nicknames are tougher than others, but remember what Sigmund Freud said about humor. It is a way of handling our tragic flaws and our sadness, so for now its Monsieur Acahnee saying au revoir until we meet again.

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Batter up at Temple Isaiah Temple Isaiah will present a special screening of “Extra Innings,” a film based on the true story of its Syrian Jewish writer and director, on Thursday, June 27 at 7 p.m. The film tells the story of David Sabah, a young man who is caught between pursuing his dream of playing baseball and staying devoted to his Syrian Jewish family which is afflicted with mental illness. Writer and director Albert Sabah will be present at the screening and will conduct a Q&A with the audience following the film. Sabah has been in the video production business for 35

years; his company produces documentaries, training videos, music videos and commercials. He is also an actor, and has worked with notable directors and fellow actors including Martin Scorsese, Ridley Scott, Meryl Streep and others. Temple Isaiah is located at One Chelsea Place off Cutter Mill Road in Great Neck. There is a $10 charge for non-members; the screening is being made available by a sponsor who will match all contributions dollar for dollar, up to $1,800. To RSVP for the event, go online to www.eventbrite. com/e/extra-innings-tickets-61524646875.

Students of the Quarter at BOCES

Meet Great Neck’s top students

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Yoel Hawa and Michael Lu are the valedictorians of Great Neck North and South High School, respectively, while Joshua Rothbaum and Chloe Metz are the salutatorians of the respective schools. An overview of the Great Neck Public Schools Class of 2019 reveals 588 graduates from the district’s three high schools: 281 from John L. MillerGreat Neck North High School, 296 from William A. Shine-Great Neck South High School, and 11 from The Village School. Graduation ceremonies for North and South High Schools will be held on Tuesday, June 25, at Tilles Center, LIU Post, with North’s ceremony in the morning and South’s in the afternoon. The Village School graduation will be on Monday morning, June 24, at the school. A look at the valedictorians and salutatorians for North and South High Schools follows. Winners of other significant commencement awards and the student graduation speeches will appear in the weeks ahead. Awards to follow include: Frederic Duclos Barstow, Alan L. Gleitsman, Scott Moss, and Genelle Taney.

Valedictorians

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Jakeline Arevalo and Melissa Ceron are congratulated by South High guidance counselor Christopher Erickson. South High School students Jakeline Arevalo and Melissa Ceron have been named Students of the Quarter for their respective programs at the Nassau BOCES (Boards of Cooperative Education Services) Barry Tech. Jakeline is enrolled the Dental Assisting Program, and Melissa is enrolled in the Medical Assisting Program at BOCES Barry Tech. Both of these South High seniors plan

to continue their studies in the medical and health fields at college in the fall. Students of the Quarter are selected based on grades, attendance, work ethic and preparedness. Honorees take the initiative on class projects and serve as role models for their fellow students, in both the classroom and the workplace. Submitted by Great Neck Public Schools

The North High School Valedictorian is Yoel Hawa. The South High School Valedictorian is Michael Lu. Yoel Hawa North High Valedictorian Yoel Hawa is a National Merit Scholarship recipient, an AP Scholar with Distinction, and a National Spanish Exam Gold Medal and Silver Medal winner.As a member of the science research program, Yoel won second place at the New York State Science and Engineering Fair, and third place at the WAC Invitational Science Fair. He is the recipient of several math awards through the Nassau Mathematics Tournament, Nassau County Interscholastic Mathematics League, New York Mathematics League, and ASMA national competition. Yoel served as President of the North High Student Organization, CoPresident of the Math Team, Vice President of the Debate Team, and Captain of the JV Quiz Bowl team. He was Principal Violin in the North High Orchestra, and a four-year member of the track team. Yoel will attend Harvard University. Michael Lu South High Valedictorian Michael Lu is a Commended Student through the National Merit Scholarship Program and an AP Scholar with Distinction. As a four-year member of the South High Rebel Robotics Team, Michael participated in FIRST Robotics competitions at the regional and world championship levels. He is a contract developer for 10XBeta, a product design and engineering firm, and he interned at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Brookhaven National Labora-

tory. Michael served community organizations as a technology intern at the Gold Coast-Lake Success Rotary Club, and a volunteer firefighter for the Manhasset-Lakeville Fire Department. Michael will attend Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).

Salutatorians

The North High School Salutatorian is Joshua Rothbaum. The South High School Salutatorian is Chloe Metz. Joshua Rothbaum North High Salutatorian Joshua Rothbaum is a National Merit Scholarship recipient, an AP Scholar with Distinction, and a Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholar. Joshua participated in the science research program for four years, during which time he conducted summer research in laboratories at Yale University and the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. In addition to being named a Regeneron STS Scholar, Joshua is also a three-time Long Island Math Fair Gold Medalist, and he received third place at the WAC Invitational Science Fair. A clarinetist, Joshua was selected for All-County and All-State performing groups. He was Principal Clarinet of the North High Band and Orchestra; President of the Chamber Music Society; and he performed with the school at Carnegie Hall and the Long Island Music Hall of Fame. Joshua served as Co-President of the Math Team, Co-President of the Science Olympiad Team, and Captain of the Quiz Bowl Team. He was a national qualifier in National History Bee and Bowl. He was a four-year member of the tennis team and earned All-County honors for tennis. Joshua will attend Yale University. Chloe Metz South High Salutatorian Chloe Metz is an AP Scholar with Honor, and a National French Exam Gold Medal and Silver Medal winner. A violinist, Chloe served as Concertmaster/Principal for the South High Chamber Orchestra, and she performed with the Metropolitan Youth Orchestra. She was selected for the Long Island String Festival and she performed at prestigious venues including Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center. Chloe served as President of the History Club, Co-Editorin-Chief of the school’s Exit 33 Literary Magazine, and a Board Member for the Midnight Run Club. She was a four-year member of the tennis team, and she interned at Feinstein Institute for Medical Research. Chloe will attend Amherst College. Submitted by Great Neck Public Schools.

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