may 2013 - Our Town St James
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may 2013 - Our Town St James
**********************************ECRWSS POSTAL CUSTOMER PRSRT STD US Postage PAID St. James NY Permit No. 10 Our Town S •T • J •A •M •E •S may 2013 Volume 26 Number 7 Keeping you up to date on SALES, HAPPENINGS & PEOPLE In Our Town - St. James PUBLISHED MONTHLY Here’s to a Bright Future, Grads! –2– autonomousdesign, ltd. specializing in green design since 1973 design new homes constr. management kitchens bathrooms development alterations historical restorations roofing siding construction landscape design swimming pools decks • patios office interiors stephen cinco 22 stonegate, st. james, new york 11780 OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 (631) 724-7726 –3– Our Town S •T • J •a •m •E •S STaFF Ruth Garthe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Editor Robin Clark . . . . . . Associate Editor Elizabeth Isabelle . . Feature Writer William Garthe . . . . . . . Advertising Sales OUR TOWN – ST. JAMES – is a monthly publication produced exclusively for the people of St. James, Nissequogue and Head of the Harbor, L.I., N.Y. Call 862-9849 for Advertising & Copy Deadline OUR TOWN is mailed directly to every residence & business in the 11780 zip code area (6459 total copies mailed) St. James Post Office Permit #10 St. James, NY 11780 Published by Graphics du jour, Ltd. 359 Lake Ave., St. James, NY 11780 631-862-9849 / Fax: 631-862-9839 email: ourtown@optonline.net website: www.ourtownstjames.com Not responsible for typographical errors. We reserve the right at our sole discretion to edit or refuse to print editorial or advertising material deemed detrimental to Our Town’s public image or unsuitable for its readers. Advertising is offered only to those who live in, or have a business in, St. James, Nissequogue or Head of the Harbor, or any business offering services not available in said area. Copyright © 2013 Graphics du jour, Ltd. All Rights Reserved I N T H I S I S S U E MERCHANT SPOTLIGHT Rocco’s Pizza & Pasta ............................4 AROUND TOWN Art & Craft Spring Festival ......................6 Knights of Columbus Golf Outing ........6 Smithtown School Budget Vote ............7 Memorial Day Parade on May 27 ........8 Chinese Auction at St. James United Methodist Church ..............8 Smithtown Lioness Garage Sale........................................................8 MS CUREiosity’s Closet Grand Re-Opening on May 21................10 St. James Lutheran Church Garage Sale ....................................10 St. James Letter Carrier to Sing at LI Ducks Game ......................12 St. James Elementary PTA Blood Drive ..........................................12 Fab Four Garden Tour Set for June 21............................................14 Local Chiropractors Are First Sports Diplomates on L.I. ..............20 SCOUTING NEWS..........................................................................22-26 IN THE NEWS Workout for St. Jude Fitness-a-Thon on May 19 ............................28 Mildred Smith Historical Essay Scholarship Contest ......................30 Little Shelter’s Mercedes Benz Raffle ............................................34 HISTORICALLY SPEAKING ..........................................................38-46 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Art Classes & Camps at Mills Pond House ................................50-52 On Stage at Smithtown Performing Arts Center ......................56-57 EDUCATIONAL ENTERTAINMENT Programs at the Library ..............................................................58-69 YOU CAN HELP Pets For Adoption at Smithtown Animal Shelter............................74 HOME & GARDEN Design Ideas......................................................................................70 Naturally Speaking ..........................................................................72 FINANCIAL SAVVY The Low Rate Trap ............................................................................76 Be Aware of the Need for Disability Insurance ........................78-80 LEGAL-EASE The Jolly Testator (or, “Should I Write My Own Will?”) ............82-84 HEALTH NOTES Keeping the Weight Off ..................................................................86 Physical Therapist’s Guide to Bone Health ..............................88-90 Our Amazing Microbiota ............................................................92-93 Ask Ron Villano ............................................................................94-96 Talk About TMJ ..................................................................................98 CELEBRATIONS ................................................................................100 POET’S CORNER ..............................................................................102 OBITUARIES ..............................................................................104-106 F.Y.I. ..................................................................................................109 CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING ............................................................ 110 DIRECTORY OF ADVERTISERS .............................................. 114-115 PLEASE NOTE: Advertising & Editorial Deadline for the JUNE edition of OUR TOWN • ST. JAMES is THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013 - 12 NOON. Distribution takes place on Wednesday, June 19, 2013. OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 –4– M E R C H A N T S P O T L I G H T Rocco’s Pizza & Pasta 429 North Country Road St. James, NY 11780 Tel: 631-862-1600 Fax: 631-862-6152 Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 11-10 Fri. & Sat. 11-11 by Elizabeth Isabelle New Yorker’s are passionate about their pizza. The balance of ingredients must be just so, the crust should be perfectly done, the sauce seasoned to perfection and the cheese melted to heavenly strands of joy! Rocco’s Pizza and Pasta of St. James has been keeping their loyal customers happy for years and has recently completed a beautiful top to bottom renovation, complete with outdoor tables for your dining pleasure! Owners and St. James residents Jerry DiGiovanna and Jessica Diffendale are thrilled with the positive and wonderful feedback from the community on Rocco’s Pizza and Pasta’s new look. Rocco’s Pizza and Pasta offers the irresistible flavors of Italian cuisine – using only the finest and freshest ingredients. From their unique and distinctive pizzas to traditional home cooked pastas, soups, salads, chicken, veal and seafood dishes, Rocco’s Pizza and Pasta strives to make each meal a memorable one. Who could resist a slice of Rocco’s famous baby eggplant pizza? Baby eggplant has a very thin skin and a sweet delicate flavor. It is sautéed with extra virgin olive oil, fresh tomato sauce, basil, garlic and light mozzarella cheese. Head pizza makers Paul and Carlos, with over 30 years experience, take pride in consistently crafting the highest standards of the art of pizza making with each and every pie that comes out of their ovens. The pizza crust at Rocco’s is flavorful and crispy and quite frankly, incredible! When I asked Paul to share the success of his crust his answer was simple – each and every pie is sprinkled with love! Paul and Carlo’s passion for pizza has kept the counter of Rocco’s hopping – no stale or overcooked pizza here, just fresh and delicious slices of heaven. Back in the kitchen, chefs Giovanni and Raymond prepare fresh soups from scratch, rotating a selection of Pasta Fagioli, Minestrone, Tortellini in Brodo, Lentil, Stracciatella and a special soup of the day. The veal dishes at Rocco’s are tender and light – be sure to try the Veal alla Sorrentino, sauteed with eggplant and wine and topped with pro- OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 sciutto and mozzarella. Chicken shines in one of the best Piccata recipes in town, delicate and flavorful. Communion and graduation season is here, why not let Rocco’s cater your next party? Be sure to check out Rocco’s lunch specials, available 7 days a week, between 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. A terrific value – you receive a choice of any two items from heros, soup or salads (Rocco’s has the best Caesar salad around!) and includes a free soda. Rocco’s has added Italian ices to the menu and offers zeppoles on Friday and Saturday. Gluten free pizza and pasta is always available as well as whole wheat pizza. Watch for additional gluten free dinner selections coming soon. Rocco’s Pizza and Pasta now delivers and accepts credit cards. Be sure to like them on facebook and call for daily specials. Jerry and Jessica and the entire staff at Rocco’s Pizza and Pasta are proud to sponsor a number of community organizations and sports teams here in St. James and thank their loyal customers for their continued patronage. Rocco’s Pizza and Pasta wish their friends and neighbors in St. James a beautiful spring and a happy and safe summer. –5– %27+6725(6 /2&$7('$7 /$.( $98(1( ±- 3520&256$*(6 Real Flowers! :('',1*$55$1*(0(176 %/$&.7,()250$/(9(176 6KRS\RXUORFDO0HQ·V6WRUH Why settle for the usual! Boysgive giveaacorsage corage to Boys, to your your SURPGDWHWKDW·VXQLTXH prom date that’s unique insteadof ofthe theusual usual instead :HQRWRQO\VHOO&XVWRP elasticband. band. elastic DQGUHDG\-PDGH7X[HGRV ZH 5(1778;('26 6HHZKDW·VQHZIRU6SULQJ Causal Sportswear! J. M I c h a e l s 67-$0(61(:<25. -- OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 Corsages & Arrangements can be made in any dollar amount you care to spend. –6– A R O U N D T O W N Art & Craft Spring Festival May 18 & 19 to Benefit Deepwells Farm Historical Society The annual art & Craft SprIng fEStIval will be held on May 18 and 19 at the historical Deepwells Farm in St. James, on Route 25A and Moriches Road. Over 75 juried artists and craftsmen featuring fiber, pottery, original art, hand-crafted jewelry, stained glass, woodworking, photography and more will gather outside and under tents. There will be live music, children’s games and activities, and plenty of delicious hot food. Tour the historical 19th century Greek Revival farmhouse, visit the St. James General Store, and enjoy the lovely grounds of this Suffolk County Park. Show hours are Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults, children and parking are free. This festival will benefit the Deepwells Farm Historical Society. For more information, please contact Rachel Frislid at 631563-8551 or www.preferredpromotions.com. Knights of Columbus Golf Outing Set for June 17, 2013 The Knights of Columbus of Sts. Philip & James will hold their Inaugural golf outIng on Monday, June 17, 2013 at the Smithtown Landing Country Club honoring and commemorating Knight Robert (Bob) Remhild. The Outing, which includes Round of Golf, Golf Cart, Lunch, Cocktail Hour and Dinner, is $165 per person (dinner only, $75). Limited sponsorships are available starting at $100 for a Tee Sign, $500 for Driving Range sponsor, $1,000 for Lunch sponsor and $1,500 for Dinner sponsor. Send your name(s), address, phone, email, and indicate the number of players/dinner guests. OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 Please make checks payable and mail to: Sts. Philip & James KofC Council #12839 P.O Box 201 St. James, NY 11780 For more information contact: Thomas Sica at sikachu45@hotmail.com. –7– P reserve excellence in education and Pride in our smithtown community A Strong Community High Property Values PleASe VoTe YES College and Career-Ready Students on TUeSDAY, MAY 21, 2013 for the SMITHTown SCHool DISTRICT BUDGeT This budget is within the TAX CAP. it is imperative that you get out and vote yes Vote YES to Maintain eleMenTARY MIDDle SCHool & HIGH SCHool • The Entire Kindergarten Program • Elementary Music: 5th Grade & Orchestra • Class Size • Middle School Sports • Elective Competitions: AP Conference DECA, Robotics • Late Bus Transportation • Comprehensive Elective Program • The 9 Period Day All STUDenTS • Student Support Services and Guidance Programs (Social Workers/Counselors) • Special Education Services • Library Media Programs (Librarians) • Theatrical Experience - All Levels • Comprehensive Co-Curricular Programs the F uture oF smithtown’s children is in your hands! PollS ARe oPen 6:00 AM-9:00 PM Voting Takes Place at the Following Schools: Accompsett elementary • nesconset elementary St. James elementary • Smithtown elementary Created and Produced by P.A.S.S. (Partners Advocating for Smithtown Schools) OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 –8– A R O U N D T O W N Memorial Day Parade Set for Monday, May 27 The Sgt. John W. Cooke Post 395 in St. James extends an invitation to the community to join them in celebration of Memorial Day on Monday, May 27, 2013. All military personnel on leave or recently returned from overseas deployment are encouraged to participate. Feel free to wear uniforms if you have them. The parade and ceremony is our chance to remember all veterans especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice. The parade group will assemble at 9:30 a.m. at the intersection of Lake and Woodlawn avenues, St. James and step off at Chinese Auction on Friday, June 7 A Chinese Auction will be held on Friday, June 7, 2013 at 6 p.m. at the St. James United Methodist Church, 532 Moriches Road, St. James. The entrance fee of $8 per person provides a block of 25 tickets. A large number of themed gift baskets and a selection of gift certificates will be featured. There will be complimentary desserts and tea or coffee available. A donation of a non-perish- able food item would be appreciated and will be brought to the Smithtown Food Pantry to help those in need in our community. In addition, part of the funds raised at this event will be given to benefit our troops overseas and at home and another portion will be donated to the Smithtown Guide Dog Foundation. For additional information, please call the church at 5845340. 10 a.m. They will march along Lake Avenue to the St. James elementary School where the appropriate ceremonies will take place. For additional information, call Parade Chairman Lee Dike at (917) 865-8899. Smithtown Lioness Garage Sale The Smithtown Lioness will hold their annual GARAGe SALe on Saturday, May 18 at 1 Cindy Drive in St. James (edgewood Avenue to Glenrich Drive, north to Cindy Drive). 9 a.m. (no previews). Clothing, household items, books, furniture, etc. will be featured. All proceeds will go to local charities. Open Father’s D ay 12-6 pm 248 Lake Ave., St. James z 862-4727 z www.GrapeCulture.com In Stock Now! Apothic, Coppola, Wild Horse, Cupcake, Cavit and much more!!! special orders available FREE In-store Wine Tastings every Friday from 4-7 pm. 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Full ServiCe ProFeSSionAl evenT PlAnnerS • Outdoor Backyard Barbecues • Culinary Buffets • Cocktail Parties • Graduations • Elegant Lobster & Clam Bakes • Tent Weddings • Family Gatherings • Gourmet Party Platters & Sandwiches “Come Taste The Experience” 823 Middle Country Road, St. James, NY 11780 (631) 265-9865 www.villasorrento.com OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 10 – A R O U N D T O W N MS CUREiosity’s Closet Grand Re-Opening Event on May 21 MS CUReiosity’s Closet is happy to announce their GRAND ReOPeNING on Tuesday, May 21 from 6 to 8 p.m. MS CUReiosity’s Closet recently relocated to 529 Lake Avenue, across from the St. James Gazebo and the Railroad Station and right in between Julie’s Home and Garden Accessories and J. Michaels Men’s Clothing. Admission for the evening is $25 and includes Champagne and Chocolates, a store credit to be used that evening, along with a copy of the new novel “The Medal” by author Kerianne Brosky who will be on hand to sign your book. MS CUReiosity’s Closet is a Designer Consignment Boutique where 100% of the profits go to the Cure MS Foundation of NY. Store hours are Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For additional information call 360-CURe (2873) www.MSCureiosityCloset.com or www.CureMSfoundation.com. St. James Lutheran Church Garage Sale on May 18 The St. James Lutheran Church, located on the corner of Second and Woodlawn Avenues in St. James, will hold their annual Garage Sale on Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the parking lot of the church. The Garage Sale will benefit Habitat for Humanity. There are still some vendor spaces avail- able – for additional information call Rosemarie at 585-4882 or email: roseandlou@aol.com BRING YOUR PEEPS We’ve Got MAD Art Skillz! Our art workshops are designed to encourage out-of-the-box thinking and promote self-discovery while exploring a variety of art mediums, topics and techniques. Join us on a fun and exciting journey through painting, collaging, printmaking, sculpting, toy design and 3D media as we create unique projects from our imagination. ART CAMP Grades K-6 BEGINS JUL 8TH SIX SESSIONS AVAILABLE 465-90 to noon $250 / session 631.686.6100 438 Lake Ave, St James projectartsy.com facebook.com/projectartsy OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 Visit projectartsy.com for more details and join our AWESOME team of mini-artists! PEEPS’ DISCOUNT REGISTER WITH A FRIEND TO RECEIVE $25ArtsyOFF/ SESSION EACH Bring offer to to redeem discount Not combinable. Restrictions applyExpires 6/7/13. – 11 – 631-686-6307 35% off All American-Made Cabinets FREE Stainless Steel Sink With Every Granite Purchase Over $2,000 FREE Sink Base Cabinets With Every Kitchen Porcelain Tiles $ 99 1 sq. ft. & up Granite Countertops $ 4500 sq. ft. & up installed No interest, No payments for 12 months on every kitchen purchase up to $45,000 Visit store for details. Please Come In & See Our Beautiful Showroom 791 Middle Country Rd. | St. James, NY | 631-686-6307 Visit Our Website Online at www.bellagiokitchensandbaths.com Monday-Saturday 8am-6pm | Sunday 12pm-4pm OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 12 – A R O U N D T O W N St. James Letter Carrier – A Winner of the L.I. Ducks “Anthem Idol Contest” Maurice Mataban of St. James has been selected to perform the national anthem at Bethpage Ballpark this summer. Maurice, who is also a letter carrier with the U.S. Postal Service here in St. James, was one of six contestants that competed and won in the Long Island Ducks “Anthem Idol Contest.” The Long Island Ducks, in conjunction with How do you detoxify from your stress? we can help you reduce the damaging effects of stress, relieve pain, improve your physical performance and restore vitality to everyday. 106.1 WBLI, held their annual “Anthem Idol Contest” on Saturday, April 6, 2013 at Bethpage Ballpark. Registrants competed for six openings to perform the national anthem before a Ducks game during the 2013 season. each contestant sang a 90second rendition of “the Star-Spangled Banner” before the judges and fellow contestants. Ducks Media Relations and Broadcasting Manager Michael Polak and WBLI on-air personality Syke judged the contest. “We had a great turnout for this year’s edition of Anthem Idol,” Ducks Promotions Manager Jordan Schiff said. “The contestants presented a great range of talent, and we are looking forward to seeing all the winners perform at Bethpage Ballpark this year.” The additional five winners of the contest are: Aubrey Alvino of West Babylon; Jess Ingui of Mastic Beach; Samuel Rodriguez of Central Islip; Deborah Santiago of Ronkonkoma; and the duet of Michele Sivori and Jeanine Williams of Huntington. The Long Island Ducks are members of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball and play their home games at Bethpage Ballpark. Opening Day was April 26. For further information, call (631) 940DUCK or visit www.liducks.com. Be sure to catch Maurice when he sings “the StarSpangled Banner” on Saturday, September 7, 2013 at 7:05 p.m. (LI Ducks vs the Sugar Land Skeeters), which is also Grucci fireworks night. Tickets are available at www.liducks.com or (631) 940-TIXX. H St. James Elementary PTA Blood driVE TUeSDAY, MAY 21, 2013 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Babysitting Available. Save a neighbor, donate blood! sports Therapy • medical massage • Prenatal massage • infrared sauna • memberships available • open 7 days 631-724-7621 For more information or to make an appointment call Lisa Suchy above all massage Therapy 584-7071 www.aboveallmassageTherapy.com Walk-ins welcome! OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 13 – Your Total Property Maintenance Company Since 1978 Quality & Service For All Of Your Commercial & Residential Landscape Needs. 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NSGC hosts will be present at each garden to welcome the arrival of guests who are encouraged to enjoy the ambiance created from the beauty of the garden, the opportunity to see an artist at work and the pleasure of listening to live music. Participating artists are Nancy Bueti-Randall, Doug Reina, Mary Jan van Zeijts, Kelynn Z. Adler and photographer Daphne Youree, all well-known for the exceptional artistry of their work. “This event is a fabulous collaboration and we expect that it will be an event to remember,” said President Marilyn Light. “To broaden the opportunity for pur- chasing the art for people not attending the cocktail party, we will welcome visitors to our website where the paintings and photos can be viewed,” Mrs. Light added. What could be a better backdrop to take in the visual beauty of the Fab Four Gardens than softly played music by professional musicians. Garden Club member Deanna Muro, Director of Music at St. Joseph’s Church in Kings Park, an organist and pianist who has performed internationally, is one of the featured musicians along with harpist Stephanie Salvatore. Mary Latini is a pianist who plays at private parties and events throughout Long Island; and Georgia Schmitt is a chamber music specialist who is also a director of the Siena Summer Music Program. Mrs. Light said, “We are very happy to be able to showcase these artists and musicians at the gardens. It adds such a unique element to the Tour.” The tour will depart from Deepwells parking lot in St. James, via trolley promptly at 1 p.m. Reservations are limited due to trolley capacity. Tickets, at $75 for the tour; $75 for the cocktail party; or $125 for both tour and cocktail party are now available. To make a reservation or to inquire about sponsorship opportunities, contact Chris Amato (724-9424), clamato11780@yahoo.com or Kathy Polito at bpolito@optonline.net. 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Must present this coupon • Exp. 6/15/13 Granular Shock 4 for 12 99 $ Must present this coupon Exp. 6/15/13 FREE* PowerVacuuming *When you sign up for weekly maintenance. Not to exceed $400 in power-vacuuming & chemicals. Exp. 6/15/13 We Carry a Full line of Pool & Spa Chemicals, Party Accessories, Toys, Games & Floats 631-406-0183 info@4YourPool.com 448 lake Ave., St. James located at the corner of 3rd St. & lake Ave. OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 4 for 10 99 Must present this coupon Exp. 6/15/13 15 % OFF Any repair or in-Store Purchase Must present this coupon. Exp. 6/15/13 – 16 – A R O U N D T O W N LEG. LYNNE C. NOWICK READS TO 5TH GRADERS AT ST. JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Suffolk County Legislator Lynne C. Nowick (center) was invited to participate in the annual St. James Elementary PTA’s “Parents As Reading Partners’ Week.” As a special guest reader and a graduate of St. James Elementary School, Legislator Nowick shared her love of reading with the fifth grade students of Mrs. Keeley’s class and talked about her position as a Suffolk County Legislator and why reading is so important to her job. Leg. Nowick chairs the Parks & Recreation Committee and serves on the Economic Development & Energy and the Ways & Means Committees. HOMESTEAD LANDSCAPING INC. SERVING THE NORTH SHORE FOR OVER TWENTY YEARS RESIDENTIAL MAINTENANCE CONTRACTS ALL PHSES OF DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION COMPUTER IMAGING PATRICK JOHNSTON 588-5296 LICENSED & INSURED OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 17 – NISSEQUOGUE GOLF CLUB Affordable Luxury Membership is a Rewarding Experience for You and Your Family! Corporate Memberships Now Available. Golf, Corporate, Tennis and House Memberships are available and an affordable luxury which you and your family will cherish for years to come. The Club features a newly renovated 18 Hole Championship Golf Course, Tennis Courts, Elegant Catering and Dining facilities for up to 200 people, Casual Dining and Family Friendly Events throughout the year. Please contact us with any questions you may have regarding available Memberships. You may also want to check our website at Nissequoguegolf.com for further information and directions to the Club. Nissequogue Golf Club 21 Golf Club Road, St. James, New York 11780 631 584 7733 www.nissequoguegolf.com OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 18 – A R O U N D T O W N Dispose of Your Unwanted Medications Properly Suffolk County Legislator Lynne C. Nowick, of St. James, encourages residents to clean out their medicine cabinets. Most residents possess prescription or over the counter medications to treat illnesses or health issues; and expired or unused products can harm the environment and contaminate public drinking water supplies when flushed down the toilet or disposed of improperly. In addition to environmental concerns, abuse of prescription drugs is rapidly increasing. By disposing of unnecessary medications in a family’s medicine cabinet, the risk of someone else taking these pills can be avoided. In 2008, Suffolk County established the Suffolk County Pharmaceutical Disposal Program, known as operation Medicine Cabinet, which allows residents to deposit unused or expired medications, including controlled substances, in a secure receptacle located in the lobby of Suffolk County Police Precincts. The Fourth Police Precinct, which is closest for Smithtown residents, is equipped to collect and properly dispose of unwanted medications and is open 24 hours a day/seven days a week. It is located at 727 Veterans Memorial Highway in Hauppauge. Medications should be placed in a plastic bag. Last year Suffolk Leg. Lynne C. Nowick worked with the Town of Smithtown to implement a medica- Pictured with Suffolk County Legislator Lynne C. Nowick at the Operation Medicine Cabinet receptacle at the Fourth Police Precinct is Captain John Palumbo. tion take back program for the residents of Smithtown at the Smithtown Public Safety Office on Maple Avenue. Residents may dispose of their unwanted medications during regular business hours at the Public Safety Office. John A. Baldi Joins American Portfolios Financial Services Head of the Harbor resident John A. Baldi has affiliated with SeC-registered investment advisor American Portfolios Advisors Inc. as an investment advisor representative and with broker/dealer American Portfolios Financial Services (APFS) – a full-service, independent broker/ dealer and member FINRA/SIPC firm – as a registered representative. His office, American Portfo- lios Financial Services, Inc., in Hauppauge, N.Y., is a registered branch of APFS. Baldi has more than 17 years of experience in financial planning and holds his series 7 and 63 securities licenses; in addition, he is licensed to sell life, accident and health insurance, as well as variable annuities. He offers comprehensive financial planning including wealth accu- SUNNY ROADest.RUG CLEANERS 1948 Powerful Truck Mounted On Location Cleaning • Area Rugs Picked Up • Washed In Our Plant • Upholstery Cleaning • Repair • Binding • Fringing Tile Grout Cleaning & Restoration 584-5160 mulation, preservation and distribution. Prior to joining American Portfolios, he was affiliated with Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments. As well as providing financial services, Baldi is a board member for the Financial Planning Association, a spinning instructor, and head usher at St. Patrick’s Church in Smithtown, N.Y. Don’t Despair! REPAIR! 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The DACBSP (Diplomate American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians) certification requires the doctor to first achieve CCSP (Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician) certification. The CCSP requires the doctor to attend a minimum of 100 hours of a 120 hour postgraduate CCSP program. The doctor must take and successfully pass a comprehensive written examination to receive the CCSP certification. Once CCSP status has been achieved, the doctor may work toward DACBSP certification. To do so, the doctor must attend an additional minimum of 200 class hours. Doctors wishing to achieve DACBSP status then have four basic components they must successfully complete within three years of completion of the DACBSP Program. The four components are a written examination, a practical exami- nation, a practical experience requirement and research project. To give someone a better appreciation for the type of study this would encompass, the curriculum guidelines include but are not limited to: exercise Physiology, Rehabilitation of Athletes, Biomechanics, Diagnostic Imaging, Functional Taping and Bracing, Sport Psychology, Advanced Soft Tissue Techniques, emergency Procedures – Advanced Concussion Management, Spinal Trauma, Sideline Injury Assessment and Management. In the US and Canada combined, approximately 200 chiropractors total achieve this level of proficiency in the field of Sports Medicine. Out of the 60,000 chiropractors practicing continued on page 108 Featured Services Touch Up Plus Haircut & Blow Dry $80 $60 REG. & UP with Complimentary Manicure Keratin Straightening & Chi Smoothing Treatment 10% off WE WISH YOU A FUTURE FILLED WITH SUCCESS! Up Dos $65 $55 REG, & UP Full Set of Acrylics Pat’s Place Hair & Nail Salon 2 3 0 L A k E Av E . , S T. 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In addition to earning at least 21 merit badges, performing many hours of community service and showing leadership over his scouting career, Kyle was required to plan, lead and complete a community service project and raise the money for it. At the request of the Smithtown Historical Society, he chose to replace the picket fence along Middle Country Road in front of the Society’s Franklin Arthur Farm. With the help of fellow scouts, family and friends, Kyle raised almost $1,000 by redeeming and recycling almost 20,000 bottles and cans. He then oversaw the removal of the 190-foot long old fence and the painting, construction and installation of the new fence and gate. The fence pickets were custom made in an assembly line fashion involving 15 scouts and adults in one day. A recent tally has determined that more than 100 million hours of service have been spent performing all of the eagle Scout service projects in the U.S. during the past 100 years, likely making these projects the single greatest youth service initiative in history, and one that has Above, Kyle painting the fence. Right: Kyle with Scoutmaster Thomas Stumpf. touched every community in America in an important way. Kyle proudly joins his brother Joe and father in the rank of eagle Scout. Kyle will be graduating from Ward Melville High School in June and attending Lehigh University. 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The twin brothers worked since last September on this achievement under the direction of Deacon Charles Breslau of Port Jefferson. Pictured: Chris McNeill, District Executive Suffolk County Council Boy Scouts of America, Rev. Neil Mittelstaedt, St. James Lutheran Church, Lou Sandhop, Chairperson Lutheran Committee on Scouting, Bob, Hunter, AnnMarie and Robert Pszybylski. Cub Scouts from Pack 228 participated in Scout Sunday Services at St. James Lutheran Church in support of Hunter and Robert Pszybylski being presented with their Religious Emblem Medals. Pictured: Robert Pszybylski, Donald Young, Hunter Pszybylski, Alex Hartmann, Stephen Levin, Erik Simmen, Ryan Seltzer, Jack Irmscher, Karl Simmen. OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 27 – danielgale.com UNDER CONTRACT UNDER CONTRACT Smithtown, NY – Under Contract in 30 Days Nesconset, NY – Charming Colonial Immaculate 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Colonial situated on quiet treelined street. Beautiful lighted paver drive. Updated eat in kitchen with oak cabinetry and granite counters. Formal dining room, finished basement with bar, laundry room. Stunning in-ground pool with deck and patio. Smithtown SD #1. MLS# 2567362. LP $435,000. Lovely 4-bedroom Colonial on .32-acre. Formal living room with wood-burning fireplace. Updated kitchen with granite countertops and updated bathrooms. Fenced yard with bi-level deck, in-ground pool and stamped concrete patio. A delightful home to call your own. Sachem SD #5. MLS# 2562828. LP $419,000. Smithtown, NY – River Front Paradise St. James, NY – Sprawling Ranch Victorian home built in 1860 and renovated and expanded in 1997. Serene 3.3 acres on private road with 275 ft. on Nissequogue River. Home features kitchen with granite and SS appliances, 2 fireplaces, wood floors, mahogany front porch and travertine patio. Peace and tranquility await you. Smithtown SD #1. MLS# 2540031. $899,000 Traditional Ranch expanded in 2006 with no expense spared. New great room, spacious master suite, new red oak floors, poplar moldings, new baths, new AC, new salt water pool with cascading waterfalls. Short Sale. Smithtown SD #1. MLS# 2521989. $729,000. St. James, NY – Meticulously Maintained St. James, NY – Immaculate Rental Expanded and updated custom Ranch on manicured .56-acre. Spacious newly remodeled kitchen, open floor plan, new CAC, new gas heating system, updated roof, nicely finished basement, 2-car garage, Move-in condition. Smithtown SD #1. MLS# 2563936. $545,000. Charming 4-bedroom, 2-bath Cape features living room with wood burning fireplace. Updated roof, siding, kitchen cabinetry, wood floors. Plenty of storage. Full unfinished basement with OSE and washer/dryer, detached 2-car garage. Smithtown SD #1. MLS# 2561925. $2,400/month. Marianne J. Koke Licensed Associate Broker St. James/Smithtown Office 499 Lake Ave., St. James, NY 631.584.6600 ext.206, c.631.335.7111 mariannekoke@danielgale.com You Care About Results, So Do I. Each office is independently owned and operated. We are pledged to provide equal opportunity for housing to any prospective customer or client, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin. OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 28 – I N T H E N E W S Workout for St. Jude Fitness-a-Thon Set for Sunday, May 19 Fitness 4 You, Inc. will be hosting a Workout for St. Jude FITNESS-A- THON on Sunday, May 19, 2013 starting at 9 a.m. at the Nesconset Gazebo Park on Smithtown Blvd. to raise funds to help support the lifesaving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, one of the world’s premier pediatric cancer research centers. The event will include: Zumba, Bootcamp, Kickboxing, Yoga and Kids Fitness. This is the first year that Fitness 4 You, Inc. is holding the Workout for St. Jude event. “We look forward to this event to help raise awareness and funds for the kids of St. Jude,” said Roy Franks event coordinator. “The Workout for St. Jude event brings together health enthusiasts to support the mis- sion of St. Jude while getting fit.” Since opening in 1962, St. Jude Children’s Hospital has treated children from all 50 states and around the world. No child is ever denied treatment because of a family’s inability to pay. With a daily operating cost of $1.7 million, St. Jude depends mostly on public contributions and fundraising events, like Workout for St. Jude. For information about this event, contact: Fitness 4 You, Inc., 195 Smithtown Blvd., Nesconset, NY 11767, 631-2526132, www.fitness4youinc.com AbOut st. Jude St. Jude Children’s research Hospital is internationally recognized for its pioneering research and treatment of children with cancer and other life-threatening diseases. the hospital’s research has helped push overall survival rates for childhood cancer from less than 20% when the institution opened to almost 80% today. It is the first and only national Cancer Institute designated a Comprehensive Cancer Center devoted solely to children, where no family ever pays for care. for more information, go to www.stjude.org and follow St. Jude on www.facebook.com/stjude and www.twitter.com/stjude. danielgale.com St. James, NY Pristine Updated Ranch This beautifully updated Ranch is in move-in condition. Special features include large eat in kitchen with wood cabinets, granite counter tops and newer appliances, hardwood floors, new vanity, granite in main full bath, Anderson windows, full finished basement with outside entrance. The property is landscaped, with in-ground sprinklers, exterior lighting, Trex deck, over-sized shed for storage and is completely fenced. This home is in close proximity to public transportation, beaches, golf, and boating. Smithtown SD #1. MLS# 2575312. $529,000. Denise Voelker, CBR Licensed Salesperson St. James/Smithtown Office 499 Lake Ave., St. James, NY 631.584.6600 ext.205, c.516.242.1339 denisevoelker@danielgale.com What Matters Most Is Who You Choose To Work With. Each office is independently owned and operated. We are pledged to provide equal opportunity for housing to any prospective customer or client, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin. OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 29 – danielgale.com St. James, NY – New to Market Charming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Colonial on private 1.5 acres. Renovations include new roof, siding, baths, kitchen, master suite with dressing room. Pellet stove, in-ground pool, circular drive. Close to shopping, beaches, parks, SUNY Stony Brook. Easy access for commuters. Smithtown SD #1. MLS# 2575487. $620,000. UNDER CONTRACT Port Jefferson Station, NY – Picture Perfect Smithtown, NY Move right in to this immaculate Hi Ranch. 4-bedroom, 2-bath, newly renovated kitchen and bath, 2-zone gas heat, wood floors, 2 car garage, new walkway and front steps. Level ⅓-acre in a quiet neighborhood, close to golf, Stony Brook University, hospitals, shopping and the Village of Port Jefferson. Comsewogue SD #3. MLS# 2533275. $349,000. 5-bedroom, 2-bath Hi Ranch on ½-acre on quiet cul de sac adjacent to Nature Preserve. Renovations include kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, architectural roof, siding, windows, baths with floor-to-ceiling ceramic tiles. CAC, gas heat, wood floors, in-ground pool with brick patio. Smithtown SD #1. MLS# 2547352. LP $449,999. UNDER CONTRACT UNDER CONTRACT Smithtown, NY Smithtown, NY Beautifully renovated Carriage House offers the perfect blend of old world charm and modern convenience. This c1900 home on a private ½-acre in lovely Village of the Branch boasts 3 large bedrooms, 2.5baths, 2 fireplaces, CAC, 2-car garage, wood floors. Borders greenbelt. Smithtown SD #1. MLS# 2532658. LP $499,000. Immaculate 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath Ranch. Level ½ acre on quiet tree lined street in North Smithtown. Newly renovated kitchen. Granite counters and SS appliances. Updated baths. CAC, wood floors, crown moldings. 16x32 ft. in-ground pool. Finished basement, OSE. Smithtown SD #1. MLS# 2555632. LP $549,000. Diane Duffy Licensed Salesperson St. James/Smithtown Office 499 Lake Ave., St. James, NY 631.584.6600 ext.208, c.631.413.0287 dianeduffy@danielgale.com Committed to Excellence. Each office is independently owned and operated. We are pledged to provide equal opportunity for housing to any prospective customer or client, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin. OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 30 – I N T H E N E W S Annual Mildred Smith Historical Essay Scholarship Contest The Smithtown Historical Society (SHS) is proud to once again offer junior year students in the Township of Smithtown an opportunity to a $1,000 scholarship. The MIldrEd SMItH SCHolarSHIp ESSay ContESt is open to all 11th graders in attendance at Commack, Hauppauge, Kings Park, Smithtown east & West High Schools, as well as at The Knox School and Smithtown Christian School. Mildred Smith was an original founder of the Smithtown Historical Society and its first President. She possessed an intense passion for the history of Smithtown and was a great friend and supporter of the Society for many years. The Smithtown Historical Society is proud to honor her though this annual essay contest and hopes that the spirit of Ms. Smith will live on in the devotion and hard work of students submitting essays for consideration. The Annual Mildred Smith Historical essay Scholarship Contest is in its seventh year. This year’s theme is: Imagine that you have been presented with a onetime opportunity to use a portal to the past in the township of smithtown. Which town or village and period of time in Smith- town’s history would you choose to visit & why? What events were happening? Would you want to be there to witness a specific event, meet a particular historic figure or family member who inspires you, or just experience the way of life for a Smithtowner at that time? Use historic research to define the value of your decision. Submissions for the contest will be accepted from now until June 14, 2013, 5 p.m. in the Smithtown Historical Society’s Headquarters at the Roseneath Cottage, 239 Middle Country Road, Smithtown, NY 11787. For more detailed information regarding the rules and regulations pertaining to the contest, please visit the Society’s website to view an information flier or call 2656768. We Repair HUNTER DOUGLAS Blinds & Shades Silhouette® Window Shadings SAVE APRIL 3 – JUNE 14, 2013 SAVE $100* You can light up a room. or more with rebates on qualifying purchases of Hunter Douglas window fashions. With Hunter Douglas Silhouette® Window Shadings, you can diffuse and disperse the sun’s rays into soft, pleasing light throughout a room. Save on them now, plus receive a Free LiteRise® cordless lifting system with your purchase. Ask for details today. 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All rebates will be issued in the form of a prepaid reward c – 31 – Child Advocacy & Parent Empowerment Services b Deanna Walsh-Bender, M.S.Ed., L.M.S.W. a Child, Adolescent & Young Adult Therapist Disability & Mental Health Advocate Special Education Consultant Beginning July 11, 2013, I will be offering social/ emotional skills group therapy for children ages 10-12. Group will be limited to no more than 6 members to ensure the necessary learning environment for generalization of skills to occur. There will be a parent component for one or two sessions per module to foster a joint understanding and participation of skill use in the home, school & community. Additionally, throughout the various modules, there will be a combination of guest speakers and community service projects along with the use of music, art and hatha yoga. A parent Interest & orientation Seminar will be held on Thursday, May 23rd as well as Thursday, May 30th from 6:307:30. This seminar will offer parents the opportunity to learn more about the program and to have all questions regarding the group answered in a personalized atmosphere. For more information and to reserve your attendance at one of these seminars please call 631-686-6021. SkILLS group detaILS WHEN Thursdays beginning July 11th from 6-7:30 p.m. meeting weekly The St. James School House, 542 North Country Road, Suite 2 WHERE $60 per 1.5-hour session whereby $240 is paid in advance monthly FEE WHAT & WHY The following modules with multiple skills throughout: WHY: Mindfulness-Based Stress reduction Skills So that we can pay attention to what we are doing, slow ourselves down, and make good choices in order to feel happier and healthy. WHY: distress tolerance Skills So that when things feel bad, we know what to do to not make them worse for ourselves. emotion regulation Skills WHY: So that we can understand and deal with our emotions in a well-balanced way. Self-Compassion Skills Why: So that we can learn to be gentle with ourselves and self-validate our efforts. Social Skills Why: So that we can have good relationships, get what we want, and keep our self-respect. Family effectiveness Skills Why: So that we can get along well with our family members and communicate effectively. The Saint James School House 542 N. Country Rd., Suite 2, Saint James, NY 11780 631-686-6021 (ph) • 631-686-6022 (fax) “Serving the needs of Long Island’s children, adolescents & young adults along with their families who love them & the professionals who serve them.” OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 32 – I N T H E N E W S Empire College Information Sessions for Adults empire State College, of the State University of New York, will hold public information session(s) about its associate and bachelor’s degree programs at its Hauppauge location, New York State Office Building, Room 1A11, 250 Veterans Memorial Highway, Hauppauge on Thursday, May 23 at 12:30 p.m. For more information, please call 516-997-4700. SUNY empire State College was established in 1971 to offer adult learners the opportunity to earn associate, bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the State University of New York. Students learn through independent studies, online courses, seminars and residencies. Learners also may earn credit for prior collegelevel learning from work and life experience. For additional information, visit www.esc.edu. THINGS WERE HOPPIN’ AT CLEARY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF... All the children in at the Cleary School were treated to a very special visitor recently. Everyone had a hoppin’ good time! The Cleary School, located in Nesconset, is a state supported, notfor-profit private school, providing educational services for children with a hearing loss from birth through 21. For more information visit www.clearyschool.org or call 631-588-0530 if you would like a tour of the school. OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 33 – DESIGN • BUILD • REMODEL CotY Contractor of the Year Award Winner by the National Association of the Remodeling Industry ADDITIONS • RENOVATIONS • CUSTOM BUILDING We are a full service Design/Build & Remodeling Company servicing your community for over 25 years. 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Start the summer of 2013 off with a brand new car or plenty of cash in hand to do whatever it is that you enjoy. To purchase your ticket call (631) 368-8770 ext 26 or visit Little Shelter in person at 33 Warner Road, Huntington, NY. All proceeds from this raffle will help Little Shelter save the lives of homeless animals. U.S. Postal Service Announces New Stamp Issue Civil War series The U.S. Postal Service continues its 5-year commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War with this collectible pane, which includes two stamps: one depicts the Battle of gettysburg, the largest battle of the war, while the other depicts the Battle of vicksburg, a complex Union campaign to gain control of the Mississippi River. The background image on the pane is a photograph taken by Matthew Brady shortly after the Battle of Gettysburg. The pane also includes period quotes and lyrics of a popular Civil War song. To learn more about the stories behind the stamps, visit www.beyondtheperf.com. 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JAMES Snowman, the Cinderella Horse of Hollandia Farms by Bradley Harris, Smithtown Historian recently I was asked by the folks living in the fairfield condominium complex if I would write about the people that used to live along Moriches road where the condominiums are now to be found. that led me back to the incredible story of Snowman, an old pennsylvania plow horse that a man named Harry de leyer transformed into a national jumping champion. this is a story I wrote for the Smithtown News back in July of 2008 and I am reprinting it in Our Town because it is such a great story that it deserves to be retold. It is also a story that begins in a farmhouse on the west side of Moriches road very near the fairfield condominiums. the information contained in this article comes from books and articles published about Snowman, and from a personal interview I had with Johanna de leyer, ST. JAMES who I am sad to say passed away last year. The story of Snowman begins long ago in 1956, the year Harry de Leyer was just beginning to establish his own stable for horses in St. James. In 1955, Harry and his pretty young wife Johanna purchased a “chicken farm” on Moriches Road in St. James. The de Leyers bought a farmhouse, along with a chicken house that stood behind it, on one and a half acres of land. (The farmhouse is still standing on the west side of Moriches Road opposite the building that houses Sports Authority and Staples. The chicken house that used to stand behind the farmhouse burned down some years ago.) Harry needed a house for his rapidly growing family, and he needed a barn where he could stable a string of horses that he had been using to teach riding to the girls at Knox School. The de Leyers purchased the house, moved in, and with the continued on facing page Snowman in his stall in the converted chicken coop at Hollandia Farms. Snowman was pampered; he even had carpeting in his stall. 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Since the de Leyers were recent Dutch immigrants, having come to America in 1950, they decided to call their stable Hollandia Farms. “One wintry Monday in February 1956, 28-year-old” Harry de Leyer “set out from his small riding stable in St. James, Long Island, for the weekly horse auction in New Holland, Pa.” It was Harry’s intent to see if he could purchase horses “to add to his stable” of horses that he used to teach riding at Knox School. Unfortunately, snow squalls and a flat tire caused him to arrive late for the auction and he arrived just as the last of the “‘killers’ – worn-out work horses that nobody wanted,” were being loaded into a truck headed for Milton Potter’s slaughterhouse in Northport, L.I. “Suddenly Harry spotted a big gray gelding plodding up the ramp” and his attention was drawn to the horse. “The horse was chunky, but lighter than the others, and there was a spirited pitch to his ears, a brightness in his eyes” and Harry swore to Johanna that the horse actually winked at him. This prompted Harry to ask that the horse be brought back off the truck so that he might see him. Harry looked the big gray gelding over, noting the “the animal’s ribs showed, his coat was matted with dirt and manure,” and “there were sores on his legs.” (Philip B. Kunhardt, “The Farm Horse That Became a Champion,” Reader’s Digest, July 1960, pp. 92-96.) But Harry liked the size of the big plow horse, and its gentle disposition, and decided that he would be a good horse for novice riders and S P E A K I N G some of the heavier girls at the school. So Harry offered to buy the horse from the meat dealer who had paid $60 for the horse at the auction. Harry said: “I’ll give you eighty dollars” for the horse, “ten for profit and ten for delivering him to my Hollandia V A L U A B L E C O U P O N V A L U A B L E C O U P O N V A L U A B L E C O U P O N V A L U A B L E C O U P O N V A L U A B L E C O U P O N $3.00 OFF $1.00 OFF LARGe OR SICILIAN PIe DiNNER (Pick-uP oNlY) (Pick-uP oNlY) PATIO PIZZA 262 LAKE AVE. ST. JAMES 862-7475 1 couPoN PeR cuSTomeR PeR DAY $3.00 OFF $1.00 OFF LARGe OR SICILIAN PIe DiNNER (Pick-uP oNlY) (Pick-uP oNlY) PATIO PIZZA 262 LAKE AVE. ST. JAMES 862-7475 1 couPoN PeR cuSTomeR PeR DAY $3.00 OFF $1.00 OFF LARGe OR SICILIAN PIe DiNNER (Pick-uP oNlY) (Pick-uP oNlY) PATIO PIZZA 262 LAKE AVE. ST. JAMES 862-7475 1 couPoN PeR cuSTomeR PeR DAY $3.00 OFF $1.00 OFF LARGe OR SICILIAN PIe DiNNER (Pick-uP oNlY) (Pick-uP oNlY) PATIO PIZZA 262 LAKE AVE. ST. JAMES 862-7475 1 couPoN PeR cuSTomeR PeR DAY $3.00 OFF $1.00 OFF LARGe OR SICILIAN PIe DiNNER (Pick-uP oNlY) (Pick-uP oNlY) PATIO PIZZA 262 LAKE AVE. ST. JAMES 862-7475 1 couPoN PeR cuSTomeR PeR DAY OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 Farm near St. James.” The deal was struck, and Hollandia Farms acquired a new horse for its stable. (Rutherford Montgomery, Snowman, Duell, Sloan and Pearce, Affiliate of Meredith Press, New York, 1962, p. 11.) continued on following page V A L U A B L E V A L U A B L E C O U P O N C O U P O N V A L U A B L E V A L U A B L E C O U P O N C O U P O N V A L U A B L E V A L U A B L E C O U P O N C O U P O N V A L U A B L E V A L U A B L E C O U P O N C O U P O N V A L U A B L E V A L U A B L E C O U P O N C O U P O N $3.00 OFF $1.00 OFF LARGe OR SICILIAN PIe DiNNER (Pick-uP oNlY) (Pick-uP oNlY) PATIO PIZZA 262 LAKE AVE. ST. JAMES 862-7475 1 couPoN PeR cuSTomeR PeR DAY $3.00 OFF $1.00 OFF LARGe OR SICILIAN PIe DiNNER (Pick-uP oNlY) (Pick-uP oNlY) PATIO PIZZA 262 LAKE AVE. ST. JAMES 862-7475 1 couPoN PeR cuSTomeR PeR DAY $3.00 OFF $1.00 OFF LARGe OR SICILIAN PIe DiNNER (Pick-uP oNlY) (Pick-uP oNlY) PATIO PIZZA 262 LAKE AVE. ST. JAMES 862-7475 1 couPoN PeR cuSTomeR PeR DAY $3.00 OFF $1.00 OFF LARGe OR SICILIAN PIe DiNNER (Pick-uP oNlY) (Pick-uP oNlY) PATIO PIZZA 262 LAKE AVE. ST. JAMES 862-7475 1 couPoN PeR cuSTomeR PeR DAY $3.00 OFF $1.00 OFF LARGe OR SICILIAN PIe DiNNER (Pick-uP oNlY) (Pick-uP oNlY) PATIO PIZZA 262 LAKE AVE. ST. JAMES 862-7475 1 couPoN PeR cuSTomeR PeR DAY V A L U A B L E C O U P O N V A L U A B L E C O U P O N V A L U A B L E C O U P O N V A L U A B L E C O U P O N V A L U A B L E C O U P O N – 40 – H I S T O R I C A L L Y S P E A K I N G Snowman, the Cinderella Horse of Hollandia Farms continued from page 39 When the horse was delivered to Hollandia Farms the next day, it was snowing. Johanna and the three kids, Joseph, Harriet and Martin, watched as their new horse was unloaded from the truck. The big gray horse was so happy to be off the truck that he stood quietly as the rapidly falling snow covered him with a white blanket. When he “raised his head” and cocked his ears forward, the kids said he looked like a snowman and that became the horse’s name – Snowman. (Rutherford Montgomery, op. cit., pp. 14-15.) The de Leyer kids helped their father groom their new horse. “They washed Snowman as many times as was necessary to get the dirt and slime out of his coat and off his skin. They clipped him slightly and combed The farmhouse of the chicken farm on Moriches Road in St. James that the de Leyers purchased in 1955 when Hollandia Farms started. The chicken coop that was converted into a stable for 13 horses was behind this house. and brushed him. Harry called in all of the loose, dead hair was his horseshoer and had him gone and his coat began to shod.” The older kids, Joseph and shine. The sores on his legs were Harriet, did all the “currying and doctored carefully.” With the combing. 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That presented a bit of a problem that Harry solved by setting out a series of poles on the ground and having the horse learn how to step over the poles without disrupting them. “The trick, in walking over the poles was to get the horse to lift his feet high and space his steps right.” After many practice sessions, Snowman learned how to do this and stepped over the poles, then he was taught how to trot over the poles, and finally he learned how to cantor over the poles without hitting them. At the same time, Harry got the horse used to having a saddle and rider on his back. So in a relatively short span of time, Snowman was ready to join the other horses at Knox School and he remained at the school throughout the spring and quickly became a favorite horse for many of the girls. (Rutherford Montgomery, op. cit., pp. 16-19.) In the summer, when the school year came to an end, Knox School closed down and Harry had to bring his horses back to his stable in St. James. Snowman was back in his stall to the delight of the de Leyer kids. But he didn’t stay long since a neighbor who was a local chiropractor, Dr. Robert Rugen, was interested in buying a horse for his young son to ride. When he visited the stable and saw Snowman, he offered to buy him for $160 – double the price that Harry had paid for the horse. With so many horses in his stable, and little money coming in over the summer, Harry sold Snowman with the understanding that if the horse wasn’t suitable, then Dr. Rugen would return the horse to Harry and get his $160 back. The de Leyer kids were heartbroken but were consoled by the fact that Snowman was only moving to a barn on Stony Brook Road, across some open potato fields, and that they would still be able to see and visit with the horse. It turned out that Snowman wasn’t gone for long. Dr. Rugen took the horse home, put him in his corral, and the next morning Snowman turned up in the corral at Hollandia Farm. Snowman persisted in “jumping the doccontninued on page 44 r.J.K. gArDenS, inC. Creative landscaping Let Us Help You with Design, Construction & Maintenance of Your Property q e 862-7056 y www.rjkgardens.com OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 43 – OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 44 – H I S T O R I C A L L Y S P E A K I N G Snowman, the Cinderella Horse of Hollandia Farms continued from page 42 tor’s fences, no matter how high they were raised, and coming home – cross country over fields and lawns, through back yards and gardens. Irate citizens called police.” The doctor brought Snowman back to Hollandia Farm and got his money back. (Philip B. Kunhardt, op. cit., p. 94.) Harry didn’t believe that Snowman was a jumper, but when he saw the big horse gleefully jumping obstacles in own corral, he quickly became a believer. Since the horse seemed to actually enjoy jumping, Harry decided to give Snowman special training to become a jumper. As a nine-year-old horse that had spent much of its life hitched to a plow, “Snowman had a lot to learn and a lot to unlearn” about open jumping in a horse show. “In open jumping the performance of a horse is all that counts. The rules call for a loss of points called a ‘fault’ if the horse touches a pole or knocks one down with fore- or hind feet, refuses to take a barrier, or unsaddles his rider, or leaves the course.” Snowman had to learn how to take jumps over obstacles without causing faults and Harry patiently introduced the horse “to the obstacles that he would face at a show: the coop, which looks like an A-roofed chicken house; the rail, which is a rail suspended between two posts; the gate, which is just that, a gate with bars; natural rails, which are two posts with rails between them; brush and fence, which is a fence with brush piled on each side. An aiken is a fenced-in hedge with the brush at the top of the rails. The hog’s back is a set of three rails with the center rail higher than the others.” All of these jumps and others that resembled “obstacles a horse might meet in a cross-country run,” Snowman had to learn to jump and clear. (Rutherford Montgomery, op. cit., pp. 49-50.) “Probably no one but Harry de Leyer would have had the persistence and patience to spend hours and days and weeks teaching an easy going plow horse to face such a formidable task as mastering all of the obstacles in a championship show. Harry took the time, and he brought Snowman along slowly, building up his power and endurance, teaching him that every jump had to be his best.” Throughout 1957 and into the spring of 1958, Harry worked with Snowman getting him ready for comcontinued on page 46 Smithaven Grooming 810 Middle Country Road Saint James, NY 11780 631-656-6033 Come Visit our newly Renovated & Remodeled Facility Featuring the FURminator SHeD-leSS Treatment An amazing process that dramatically decreases shedding! $5.00 oFF doG GrooMiNG With Coupon • Expires 6/18/13 Hours: Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Saturday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 45 – KEMPO • KICK BOXING • KUNG FU • GRAPPLING • JU-JITSU 617-5148 50 Family owned and operated by n.y.S. 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Finally in April of 1958, Harry “decided to put the big gray to his first real test – at the Sands Point Horse Show on Long Island, where he would compete with some of the top open jumpers in the land.” Harry and his family went to the show at Sands Point with four horses that were entered into competition and Harry was determined to ride them all. “Harry’s first ride was on Wayward Wind in the first year green hunter contest” and when the competition was over, Wayward Wind was the winner. In the “second-year green-hunter stake,” Harry rode an experienced horse named Cicero and he won first place honors again. And then he won “the greenjumper stake and the greenjumper championship” on a horse named Night Arrest. The crowd watched anxiously to see the horse that Harry de Leyer was going to ride in the top event of the day – the open jumping competition. When Harry brought Snowman into the field, a hush fell over the crowd as they stared at “a broadbeamed farm horse as he ambled through the gate” and joined the assembled thoroughbreds waiting to begin the competition. The big gray horse looked so out of place because of his size and shape that some adults in the audience began to “laugh out loud.” The laughter grew as people got a good look at the plow horse that dared to challenge the thoroughbred jumpers who were entered in the competition. As far as the crowd was concerned, Snowman didn’t stand a chance. (Rutherford Montgomery, op. Harry de Leyer taking Snowman over a jump known as a coop on the obstacle course at Knox School. Since Snowman’s mane is braided, Harry is wearing “pinks,” and appears to have a number plaque on his back, it is safe to assume that a jumping competition was in progress. Snowman was obviously clearing this jump with room to spare. Photograph courtesy of Johanna de Leyer. cit., pp. 59-61.) The laughter slowly died out as Snowman made his run over the obstacle course and “jumped effortlessly and without any fuss.” By the end of the second day of competition, the laughter stopped when it was discovered that the big gray gelding named Snowman was tied for first place with a champion jumper named Andante. everyone looked forward to the final day of competition. But what the spectators didn’t realize was that Snowman had cut his foreleg on the very last jump. One of his hind legs had scraped the skin off the back of a foreleg and the leg was bleeding badly. It looked like Snowman was out of the competition. But Harry cleaned and bound the wound, and packed the leg in ice. Throughout the night, Harry replenished the ice whenever it melted down and prayed that Snowman’s leg would not be swollen and stiff in the morning. An exhausted Harry OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 de Leyer slumped against the stable wall later that night and fell asleep. When he awakened the next morning in broad daylight, “Snowman was watching him eagerly” and seemed to be “resting his weight on both forelimbs.” When Harry removed the empty ice pack from around his leg, there was no sign of swelling. So Harry and Johanna immediately took Snowman to an exercise paddock to see if the movement of his leg would be restricted. Harry released the horse and “he galloped away.” At Harry’s urging, Snowman ran toward a barrier “and sailed over it.” He appeared to be all right and Harry decided to keep Snowman in the competition for the third and final day. (Rutherford Montgomery, op. cit., pp. 64-68.) When Snowman made his final run through the obstacle course, he turned in a flawless performance “sailing over the continued on page 108 – 47 – Roof Stain Removal & professional Exterior cleaning we Specialize in Safely and effectively eliminating: Algae, Mold, lichen, Moss, Mildew, Bacteria, Germs, Oxidation, rust Stains, Pollutants. 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Classes and camps teach the technical skills of art while encouraging students to recognize their natural talents and creative strengths. The 2013 summer schedule offers new and exciting classes offering many creative opportunities to explore the arts. Prices vary according to length of class. For additional information call 862-6575. A few of our offerings are listed below. For a complete list of classes and camps visit www.stacarts/classes.org Community Arts Camp Students will explore techniques of various art mediums including oils, watercolor, drawing and mixed media. In addition to gaining experience with various art mediums and the technical skills associated, students will be exposed to local service organizations and be inspired to use their creative abilities to give back to their communities! Projects may include personalized art gifts to patients at a nursing home/ hurricane Sandy victims, an outdoor monument, and a realized mural at the end of each session. Fee: $325 Full Day Art Camp Ages 7-10 - Monday-Friday July 15-19, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 22-26, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 29-August 2, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages 11-13 - Monday-Friday August 5-9, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. August 12-16, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. ARTventures Students will explore the world through art by experimenting with different media and styles, having a ton of fun along the way! Students should come ready to experiment with a variety of materials such as paint, collage, and found objects, while recording their adventures in their very own hand-made sketchbook. Topics will vary each session to encourage students to discover new and exciting ways of expressing themselves through art. Students continued on page 52 FREE FREE $ 00 3 Off % 10 Off Quart of Soup or 2 Egg Rolls with $20.00 purchase Dinner only. cannot be combined with any other offers. expires 7/31/13. 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Students will play key parts in the lessons, activities and direction of the class; giving your children a greater sense of confidence in their leadership abilities. Dress for a mess and a whole lot of fun! Students can choose a half-day session, or participate in a full day’s worth of excitement and wonder! Fee: $180 Half-Day Art Camp Ages 6-8 - Monday-Friday August 19-23, 9 a.m.-12 noon August 26-30, 9 a.m.-12 noon Ages 9-11- Monday-Friday August 19-23, 1-4 p.m. August 26-30, 1-4 p.m. Art Fusion! In this one-week class, we will explore various modes of ar through experimentation, play, Fee: $325 Full Day Art Camp Ages 4-5 - Monday-Friday July 8-12, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fee: $180 Half-Day Art Camp Ages 4-5 - Monday-Friday July 8-12, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. new location will learn about new artists and art styles. Projects include collaging, creating animal portraits and much more! A project or more to take home each day. Fee: $325 Full Day Art Camp Ages 7-10 - Monday-Friday July 15-19, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Book Making Students will learn two kinds of paper marbleizing techniques and will use hand-made pages to create an illustrated book. Paper marbleizing utilizes watercolors as a painting technique, and the Suminagashi process uses inks. Once the pages are dry, the students will be able to draw on their pages to create an illustrated story. They will create a pencil sketch and create a final copy on their handmade papers Drawing & Painting and More! 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The Mills Pond House Gallery, located at 660 Route 25A, St. James, is dedicated to exhibiting the work of local, regional, and national artists and is open to the public Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 12 noon to 4 p.m. Admission is free. For additional information call the Smithtown Township Arts Council at 862-6575 or visit their website at www.stacarts.org the Smithtown township arts Council is an independent, notfor-profit, community arts organization. exhibit sponsorships are available for many exhibits, con- MAY 18 Opening Reception, 2-4 p.m. Winners showcase 2013 18-June 14 Winners showcase - fine art exhibition featuring winners of past exhibitions. 31 Jazz in the Living Room, 7:30 p.m. Bring your instrument... everyone plays. expand your creative horizons and enjoy an evening of Jazz Improvisation led by Jazz pianist Ranny Reeve. Free for listeners; $5 to participate. JUNE 28 Jazz in the Living Room Concert, 7:30 p.m. This is an evening where Jazz in the Living Room participants have an opportunity to perform showing off their newly learned skills to the audience. Admission: $5 to listen. Art Classes & Camps at the Mills Pond House continued from page 52 and their handmade books. Half-Day Art Camp Fee: $180 Ages 9-11 - Monday-Friday July 8-12, 9 a.m.-12 noon Ages 11-13 - Monday-Friday July 8-12, 9 a.m.-12 noon Ages 11-13 - Monday-Friday July 22-26, 1-4 p.m. 244 LAkE AvENUE, ST. JAMES, NY (631) 584-5686 viSiT US @ www.voiLATHEBiSTRo.CoM FoR MENUS & SPECiAL EvENTS and to LiNk To & LikE US oN FACEBook ! n o o S g n i m Co HAPPY HoUR MoNDAY-SATURDAY • 5-7:00 PM Featuring Fun Food & Specialty Drinks SERvED iN THE BAR & oN THE PATio oNLY 3 Course Prix Fixe LunCh $21 / Prix Fixe Dinner $32 MonDay-FriDay (excluding holidays) OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 Many Choices Available – 55 – Chorus line Dance Studio “Dedicated To Excellence – Come See the Difference” celebrating our 31st year!!! SUMMEr iS CoMiNG! Beginner through Advanced Dance Classes • Tap • Jazz • Ballet • Pointe • Lyrical • Hip Hop • Modern • Theatre • Pre-School • Tiny Dancers (2 Year Olds) • Adult Classes • Hip Hop Classes for Boys • Technique • Alumni Family & Multiple Class Discounts rEGiSTEr NoW For SUMMEr ClASSES & SUMMEr dANCE CAMP AT All loCATioNS! 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Strawberry goes on a journey and realizes that all people are different, ultimately learning to accept herself, freckles and all. 2013 SEASON PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE bloody, bloody Andrew Jackson June 1-23, 2013 NOT APPROPRIATe FOR CHILDReN UNDeR 17 WITHOUT ADULT SUPeRVISION Bloody, Bloody andrew Jackson tells the story of america’s first political maverick. an exhilarating and white-knuckled look at one of our nation’s founding rock stars – our seventh Commanderin-Chief. Freckleface strawberry the Musical Just FOR tHe KIds through May 19, 2013 All Tickets: $15 Sat., 2 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m. Based on Julianne Moore’s children’s book of the same name, Freckleface Strawberry chronicles dirty Rotten scoundrels Through May 19, 2013 Based on the popular 1988 film. snow White and the seven dwarfs Just FOR tHe KIds June 8-23, 2013 All Tickets: $15 Sat., 2 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m. this humorous and enchanting musical brings the classic story to life with delightful songs and dancing. 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With such songs as "It Couldn't please Me More", "Wilkommen", "Cabaret", "don't tell Mama", and "two ladies" you will find this tumultuous and heartbreaking era moving and entertaining. don't miss it. nobody Loves a dragon JUST FOR THE KIDS October 19-November 10, 2013 All Tickets: $15 Sat., 2 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m. this delightful, whimsical fairy tale, for both children and adults, includes the melodic song “Clarence, you’re a Most Exasperating dragon.” Written by the authors of the hilarious Broadway musical Something’s Afoot. Tickets: Adults/$35 Thursday Matinee/$20 & E N T E R T A I N M E N T Children/Students/$20 Subscription plans available at substantial savings. Call the box office at 724-3700 more information. Become a member and save with additional benefits. Annual membership is $75 and a Like Us On FACEBOOK for up-to-date Specials lifetime membership is $300. 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NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS The Smithtown Township emergency Food Pantry and Long Island Cares are gratefully accepting donations of (non-expired items): juice, juice boxes, canned fruit, fruit cups, baked beans, jelly, peanut butter, packaged mac & cheese, tuna, canned chicken, crackers, cookies, applesauce, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, toilet paper and other non-perishable items. Donations can be brought to the Nesconset and Commack branches of the Library. eBOOKS: DOWNLOADING BOOKS TO YOUR iPHONE, iPAD OR iPAD MINI NeSCONSeT friday, May 31, 3-4 p.m. Did you know you can get free ebooks, simply by having a Library Card? Learn how to borrow and download books from the Livebrary.com program. Bring your own charged iPhone (3GS or newer), iPad or iPad mini, iTunes user name and password and Library card, to the lecture or watch the process displayed on screen. Registration is ongoing and open to all regardless of library district. NEW MOvIE MATINEES NeSCONSeT Wednesday, May 15, 1-3:30 p.m. les Miserables Rated: PG-13; Runtime: 158 min. Call for additional dates, times and movies. SMITHTOWN Friday, May 17, 2:15 p.m. Seven days in May (1964) Rated: not rated, Runtime: 118 min. Friday, May 24, 2 p.m. promised land continued on page 60 516-662-1612 We are a St. James Business OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 59 – WHY JUST TOP IT WHEN YOU CAN STUFF IT? 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OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 JA M E S R ESI D ENT S – 60 – E D U C A T I O N A L E N T E R T A I N M E N T Programs Offered at the Library continued from page 58 Rated: R, Runtime: 107 min. Friday, May 31, 2 p.m. Stand up guys Rate: R, Runtime: 95 min. ON-YOUR-OWN TRAIN TRIP TO NYC KINGS PARK Saturday, June 29, 8:45 a.m. Limited tickets. Register at any branch in person - registration ends 6/4/13. Non-refundable Fee: $9.25/5 years-adult; child under 5/Free All are welcome to enjoy a day in the city with reduced-rate round trip tickets via the LIRR and your Library! Meet a Library staff member inside the Kings Park Rail Road station house at 8:45 a.m. and board the train as a group. The train leaves at 9:10 a.m. and arrives at Penn at 10:39 a.m. (transfer at Huntington). Return ticket only valid that day. Those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. BOOK DISCUSSION GROUPS Please register for these programs Tea-rrific Reads Book Discussion NeSCONSeT Tuesday, May 28, 2:15 p.m. or 7:15 p.m. one thousand White Women by Jim Fergus. Smithtown Book Discussion Group SMITHTOWN Thursday, May 16, 10:15 a.m. My antonia by Willa Cather. Call for additional books, dates and times. Historical Non-fiction Book Discussion Group SMITHTOWN OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 Thursday, May 23, 10:30 a.m. or 2:30 p.m. the Immortal life of Henrietta lacks by Rebecca Skloot. Call for additional books, dates and times. Sports Pages Book Discussion SMITHTOWN Call for books, dates and times. WOMEN IN LONG ISLAND’S PAST SMITHTOWN Wednesday, May 22, 7-8:30 p.m. Women have been part of Long Island’s history for thousands of years, but have largely been omitted from its written history. Dr. Natalie Naylor, founding director of Hofstra University’s Long Island Studies Institute and researcher and lecturer, will be discuss her recently published book on individual Long Island women and continued on page 62 – 61 – We are the Original Nicky G’s! WE DELIVER Newly Expanded Newly Remodeled CATERING For Any Occasion Tuesday & Thursday ALL YOU CAN EAT PIzzA & PASTA 8 244 Lake Ave., St. James, NY 11780 $ 99 631.584.6367 Per Person Cannot be combined Exp. 6/18/13 www.nickygspizza.com We Have Gluten Free Pizza MONDAY SPECIAL BUY 2 HEROS GET 1 FREE Equal or lesser Value • Cannot be combined • Exp. 6/18/13 Party room Available for Any occasion HAPPY FATHer’S DAY! WACKY WEDNESDAY SPECIAL 1 PIE 9 $ 99 Cannot be combined • Exp. 6/18/13 SPRING SPECIAL 2 LARGE PIES Cannot be combined • Exp. 6/18/13 Cannot be combined • Exp. 6/18/13 1 GARLIC KNOT PIE 1 REG. CHEESE PIE LUNCH SPECIAL 1 doz. wings 1 doz. 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The seminar ends with a guided visualization meditation. TURKEY - ISTANBUL AND BEYOND NeSCONSeT thursday, May 30, 7-8:30 p.m. Turkey has been the crossroads OPEN Mon. 1-6 for the Summer of the world since pre-Biblical times. Come join Carole and Richard Witkover as they take us on a trip to Istanbul with its palaces, museums and mosques. Then spend four days on a sailboat hopping from one Mediterranean port to another. Visit Greek, Lycian, Lydian and Roman ruins. See the other-world landscape of Cappadocia from the ground and a hot air balloon. This presentation differs significantly from the “old family style slide show” of the past. Using modern digital technology, it includes multiple soundtracks for narration and local background music, pan and zoom effects, movie clips and animation. It is a truly multimedia show. Registration is ongoing and open to all regardless of library district. Oceans’ Bounty Tues.-Fri. 10-6 Sat. 10-5 Sun. 11-5 OPEN MEMORIAL DAY 10-4 SEAFOOd Live Lobsters for Dads & Grads Seafood Lovers Gift Certificates Lobster/Clambakes are Back! 1 1/4 lb. Lobster, 1/2 lb. Steamers, 1/2 lb. Shrimp 1/2 lb. Mussels, Sweet Corn on the Cob Time to Barbecue! Marinated Shrimp Skewers, Fish-Ka-Bobs, Diver Scallops, Wild Halibut, Wild Salmon, Tuna, Giant Shrimp, Swordfish, Chilean Sea Bass and more Summertime Entertaining • Deluxe Cold Seafood Platters • Jumbo Shrimp Platters • Mini Crab Cakes • Shrimp Poppers • Lobster Wontons • Gail’s Clam Pie • Scallops in Bacon • Coconut Shrimp • Scallop Bites • Shrimp Potstickers • Baked Clams 415 no. CoUnTRY RD. (25A), q e ST. JAMeS • 862-4228 Visit us on FACeBooK.com/oceansBountySeafood www.oceansbountyseafood.com OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 SIMPLY CREATIvE SPRING NeSCONSeT Wednesday, June 12, 6:30 p.m. Fee: $5 per person due at registration (cash or check) Chef Rob will demonstrate three delicious recipes starting with a strawberry and spinach salad with pecans and feta cheese, then balsamic roasted peppers with goat cheese on fresh cabbala bread followed by zucchini pancakes. You will get to sample all this delicious food as well as the recipes to try at home. SUFFOLK COUNTY POLICE MEETINGS NeSCONSeT 1st tuesday of the month The Suffolk County Police Department will sponsor monthly meetings to inform residents of issues concerning the local comcontinued on page 64 – 63 – Apex Athletics Summer Camp Keep the kids busy this summer with our fun-filled gymnastics summer camp for ages 3 and up! Everyday will be filled with fun activities including Z Gymnastics Z Daily Crafts Z Contests Z Water Games Z Bounce House Camp will run weekly starting July 8, 2013 Choose your time and day with our flexible schedule 3 Days $150 Z 5 Days $225 9am-12pm or 10am-1pm Sign up for 3 weeks or more and get 20% Off 7 Flowerfield, Suite 14, St. James, NY 11780 631.686-6626 www.apxathletics.com OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 64 – E D U C A T I O N A L E N T E R T A I N M E N T Programs Offered at the Library continued from page 62 munity. At that time they will also have a presentation from a section of the Police Department that will be educational. These monthly sessions are open to all residents. SOUNDS OF THE 50s & 60s NeSCONSeT Saturday, June 8, 2-3 p.m. Those great songs of the 1950s and 1960s will bring back many happy memories as you listen to the musical team of Natalie and Rocco. Join us for a special trip down memory lane. ONGOING ADULT PROGRAMS ART GROUP SMITHTOWN tuesdays, May 21, 28, 12-2:30 p.m. Call for additional dates. Weekly group will work on independent projects. No registration required. ADULT GAME DAY SMITHTOWN fridays, May 24, 31, 12-2:30 p.m. NeSCONSeT Monday, May 20, 1-4 p.m. Call for additional dates. We provide the space, tables and chairs. Bring your friends and board or card games to play. Space is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. No registration required. ADULT WRITERS GROUP SMITHTOWN 1st tuesday of every month, 7 p.m. Call for dates Meet each month to share ideas and get feedback on your latest efforts. Program is free and open to all regardless of library district. No registration required. OPEN KNITTING AND CROCHET NIGHT NeSCONSeT 3rd tuesday, May 21, 5:30-7 p.m. Join our local group of yarn hogs and enjoy a friendly and informal get-together. experienced and newbies welcome! No registration necessary. QUILT AT THE LIBRARY SMITHTOWN Saturday, May 18, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Bring your new or unfinished projects to work on along with your favorite quilting tip to share with the group. We will start with quilting basics and move on from there. No registration is required. AARP DEFENSIvE DRIvING CLASSES Wed., July 10* revised date, September 10 The Smithtown Library will host AARP Defensive Driving. General information is also available on the AARP website: www.aarp.org. Or call AARP toll-free, (877) 8463299. Classes are open to all adult drivers, regardless of age, that are Smithtown Library cardholders only, until one week prior to class, then open to all, space permitting. Fee: non-refundable $17 for AARP members with a membership card or $19 for non-members (check made out to “AARP”). Phone, online and in-person registration is ongoing. TEEN PROGRAMS ENTERING GRADES 6-12 The Smithtown Library at 1 North Country Road, Smithtown and the Nesconset Branch, located at 148 Smithtown Blvd., Nesconset, 2653994 is offering a variety of programs geared toward teens. Join one or join all – you’re sure to have a great time! (registration is required.) teen Volunteer Opportunity NeSCONSeT (1-hour sessions) thursday, May 23, 3:30 p.m. Call for additional dates and times A variety of volunteer opportunities will be offered at the Library throughout the year. One hour of SMITHTOWN 3rd thursday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. May 16 NeSCONSeT Saturdays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 1, august 3,october 5 KINGS PARK tuesdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. continued on page 66 Innovative treatments. 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FRee APPETIZER Trivia Starts at 8 pm ALL DAY & NIGHT! for Dinner FligHT FRiDAy With Purchase of 2 Platos Grandes Prizes & Give-Aways $20 teQuiLA FLIGHT MENU SANgRiA SATURDAy 15% oFF FAJiTA SUNDAy Cannot be combined. Expires 6/18/13 ALL DAY & NIGHT! $5.00 oFF Pitchers of Sangria! Take Out Order of $20 or more $15 FAJITAS Specials not to be combined with any other specials or offers. OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 66 – E D U C A T I O N A L E N T E R T A I N M E N T Programs Offered at the Library continued from page 64 community service will be given. Register for this program. awarded. Register for the Friday or Wednesday sessions or sign up for both – space is limited. 150th Anniversary of the battle of Gettysburg Mural SMITHTOWN fridays, May 17, 24, 31 Wednesdays, June 5, 19 4-5:30 p.m. Help transform a blank 4’x8’ foam board into a remarkable mural honoring the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg (July 1-3, 1863). Teen volunteers are needed to plan the mural’s design, comb through history books and select images, sketch and trace iconic items onto the poster board and add color and creativity to the artwork. The finished mural will be displayed in the Library’s meeting room throughout the month of July. Community service credit will be Worry Less NeSCONSeT Monday, May 20, 4-4:45 p.m. Participate in this DIY program to make a “worry doll” as preparation for finals! They are said to grant wishes and ease a person’s mind. duplex bug Cage SMITHTOWN Monday, May 20, 5-6 p.m. Build your own double-compartment bug house and study two species simultaneously. This bug cage features a wooden divider in the center and a door on each end for easy access to both compartments. each compartment is a spacious 3”x3” and is enclosed in screen mesh. CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS Register in person, online or by phone for all Children’s Programs: Smithtown 265-2072, ext. 248. Nesconset 265-3994 Call the library for dates and times and age restrictions for ALL programs. Visit the Library website at www.smithlib.org for a complete program listing and additional details or go to the library and pick up a program flyer. For school Age Children A variety of literature-based programs which include a wide range of activities are offered throughout the school year. each children’s department provides specialized programs, unique to each branch. continued on page 68 HABer & HABer, llP Personal service by caring Professionals for more than twenty years convenient offices in garden city and saint James lisa B. haBer, esq • stePhen haBer, esq. 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After our tour, we’ll complete a scavenger hunt. See your librarian for more details! (A fee of $3 per person payable to the Museum will be due on the day of the trip.) FAMILY FUN TIME SMITHTOWN (For families with children 18 months-5 years - not yet in kindergarten) Monday, May 20,10-11 a.m. Join ‘A Time for Kids’ for a special educational hour. This handson program uses activities that help promote learning and growth. Children and their adult caregivers will also make a circus train craft. BOOK A CHILDREN’S LIBRARIAN Any Smithtown Library card holder can make an appointment with a children’s librarian to find out more about the many FRee services offered including the following: • Online tutoring • Downloadable e-books and/or audio-books for your device • Interactive Tumblebooks to use with children • Online foreign language instruction using Mango Languages • Online research We can also help you get started with the following: • Facebook • Twitter • You Tube • Pinterest • Blogger/Wordpress • etsy • RSS feeds We also provide individual assistance to encourage reluctant and/or struggling readers. For more information or to make an appointment, call the Smithtown Children’s Department at 2652072, ext. 240. INTERGALACTIC STORYTIME SMITHTOWN (Grades K-2) Wednesday, May 22, 4:30 p.m. Grab your space ship and soar right in for some alien fun! Create your own alien to fly home with you. BEYOND THE PAGES FIELD TRIPS: exPLORInG tHe WORLd OF PeRCY JACKsOn SMITHTOWN (For families with children under the age of 12) Saturday, May 18, 12-2 p.m. fee: $3 per person Have you read the percy Jack- vOLUN-TWEENS NeSCONSeT (Grades 3-5) friday, May 24, 4:30-5:15 p.m. This volunteer organization is dedicated to making your Library a radical place! In this session, create decorations for the Library to celebrate the Summer Reading Program, ‘Dig in to Reading’! COOL CATS SMITHTOWN (Grades K-2) Monday, May 20, 4:30 p.m. Do you think that cats are the coolest pets? Listen to some tales about these furry independent animals and then make a catthemed bookmark. OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 OnGOInG PROGRAMs Art starts SMITHTOWN (2-4 years w/adult) Call for dates and times NeSCONSeT (2-4 years w/adult) tuesday, May 28, 11-11:45a.m. Call for additional dates and times Different crafts each week that encourage children’s eye-hand coordination and gross and fine motor skills development as they explore a variety of materials; includes storytime. Dress to make a mess! Creation station SMITHTOWN (families w/children under 12 years) Saturdays - 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Call for dates and times (No registration required) Are you looking for something to do on Saturday? Come to the Library and complete some cool crafts. Fun for 4s and 5s SMITHTOWN (4-5 years) thursdays, May 23, 30, 2:30 p.m. Call for additional dates and times A traditional storytime for children who can sit independently. LeGO Club NeSCONSeT (Grades 2–5) Call for dates and times. Do you enjoy building things? Stop in to our LeGO club and make whatever you like! We provide the LeGOs! LeGO Jr. NeSCONSeT (grades K-1) Saturday, May 18, 10-10:45 a.m. Do you enjoy building things? Stop in to our LeGO club and make whatever you like! We’ll provide the LeGOs! LibLab: What Floats? What sinks? SMITHTOWN (grades 3–5) tuesday, May 21, 4:30-5:15 p.m. Welcome to the Library Laboratory!This month we will investigate what makes objects either continued on facing page – 69 – E D U C A T I O N A L continued float or sink in water. Warning: This program is for mad scientists only; dress to make a mess! Library Playdate SMITHTOWN (2-4 years w/adult) Call for dates and times. Seize the play and keep the mess at our place! Join us for an informal playdate – meet other children and families while playing with toys and creating an art project. No registration required. Mother Goose Rhymetime (birth-35 months w/adult) NeSCONSeT thursday, May 23, 11 a.m. Call for additional dates and times SMITHTOWN Saturdays, May 18, 25, 10 a.m. Call for additional dates and times enjoy a traditional time of nursery rhymes and songs for baby. Siblings are welcome. No registration required. Pajama storytime SMITHTOWN (3-6 years old w/adult) thursday, May 23, 7-7:30 p.m. Call for additional dates and times (No registration required) Come to the Library in your pajamas for stories and songs. Bring a favorite stuffed animal if you’d like. Siblings are welcome. E N T E R T A I N M E N T craft. Siblings are welcome. Wonderful Ones SMITHTOWN (12-23 months w/adult) Wednesdays, May 22, 29, 10 a.m. Homework Time HOMEWORK SUPPORT & TUTORING SERVICES K-12 631 Lake Avenue le Saint James, NY 11780 Affordab Rates 631.278.6283 Does your child struggle with completing homework assignments? Our staff of certified local teachers, who are familiar with the school curriculum, will supervise and assist your child in the process of completing their homework assignments. Review For your Finals With One Of Our Staff terrific threes SMITHTOWN (36-47 months w/adult) fridays, May 17, 24, 31, 10 a.m. NeSCONSeT (36-47 months w/adult) friday, May 17, 11 a.m. enjoy free play, stories, crafts and circle time. Siblings are welcome. time for twos SMITHTOWN (24-35 months w/adult) tuesday, May 23, 10 a.m. Call for additional dates and times Build social skills in a relaxed, friendly environment, includes free play, songs, stories and a NeSCONSeT (12-23 months w/adult) Call for additional dates and times This action-packed program engages little ones in language based activities; includes free play, stories and fun! Siblings are welcome. • Reading • Writing • Math Specialized areas include: • Science • Study Skills • Social Studies • SAT / ACT Prep • School Projects • Regents Review Call to schedule a group or private session today! 631.278.6283 OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 70 – H O M E & G A R D E N DESIGN IDEAS: Uniquely Natalie by natalie Weinstein, allied aSId Well – we did it-we’re officially “townies.” Our recent move to Lake Avenue took us light years from 2nd Street and our sequestered old vaudeville theatre and into the spotlight, even though it is only around the corner. Our current digs, the home of our design firm and a new endeavor, a retail store (uniquely natalie) featuring a variety of “designer picks” from our wonderful sources, seems to have already attracted visitors even though we are not yet officially open. Our staff is adjusting, unpacking and keeping our clients happy, and I am “playing house” with Lillian, our “designer/shopkeeper” whose experience in store ownership is as invaluable as her energy and expertise. So why did we come out of the closet, or the theatre, if you will? Perhaps I wanted to reconnect with the folks in St. James on another level and share the goodies we are privileged to work with every day – or – maybe, after 40 years, it’s in my blood – or – I’m just plain out of my mind. But It seemed like a natural segue. Since I began my Home Decorating Club in 2001, this vehicle has taken me into so many homes and allowed me the privilege of sharing my ideas and commitment with both client and homeowner alike. So here we are, a part of the St. James business community since 1985, and homeowner since 1976, opening our doors as the new guys on the block. St. James – are you ready for us – the seminars, the sources, the designer goods we will have in our store? We are getting ready for you. Let us know how we can help with your fabrics, window treatments, wallpaper, furniture, accessories and more, and pick-up a copy of “design pro on the go - do-It-yourself Workbook,” get some answers to your design questions, and see what we are all about. Over the wonderful years I have written this column, I have come to know many of you through facebook and your emails. Now, let’s finally meet, and say “hi” face-to-face. We’re ready for the logical next step to OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 help you create the home of your dreams, (no matter what the budget), because we know how life changes for the better when you realize its nurturing and empowering effects. Now, take that important first step. Spring is finally here and so are we – so come on down, St. James. We will be happy to add you to our growing list of over 15,000 Natalie Weinstein Home Decorating Club members receiving tips, invites to free informative seminars, and entree to great sources, just in time for the decorating season. Let us help you make your home all it can be for you and your family. editor’s note: natalie Weinstein, aSId, is president of natalie Weinstein design associates and the natalie Weinstein Home decorating Club with over 15,000 members on long Island. If you have a design question or would like to become a member, visit www.nataliesclub.com, call 631-862-6198, or e-mail nataliesclub@aol.com. Hear “design tips by natalie” on WalK 97.5 fM, “Home Show” on WalK 1370 aM, Sundays from 10-11 a.m. and podcast 24/7 on walkradio.com, keyword natalie. – 71 – OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 72 – H O M E & G A R D E N NATURALLY SPEAKING: Pretty Plants and the Unwanted Weeds by June a. liardi The month of June is such a pretty month and a pretty busy one too. It is PeReNNIAL GARDeNING MONTH, the beginning of summer, end of the school year for most, and we honor our fathers on the 16th. If you are planting some decorative planters, think bigger rather than smaller. A large container with larger specimens will make more of a visual impact. Choose larger plants of roughly the same size, this way they can grow up together. The larger container will hold the moisture longer, very important during those hot, dry summer months. If your plants are not stressed they will grow better and thus look lusher. When choosing plants, do not overlook foliage plants. Besides the garden foliage plants, check out the houseplant section. There you will find so many colors, textures and different shaped plants. Another benefit is that at the end of the season you can dig it up and enjoy it inside as a houseplant. A starting point for your plant selection should be a bold, somewhat larger main plant. The trend in the past has been a spike-shaped plant or ornamental grass. Pick one that catches your eye and work around that plant. Complementary colors, upright and cascading plants can complete the look. Your container will have to be monitored carefully for moisture. As water and nutrients leech out every time you water, you will need to fertilize often. Your flowering plants probably will need a feeding of water-soluble fertilizer every two weeks. As things heat up, your plants may need more frequent feedings, keep an eye out. The beginning of the month is time to finish planting your perennial garden. This will give the plants time to get established before the real heat of the summer. As the weather does warm up, add a few inches of mulch to all the beds. Stake plants before they get top heavy, leggy and flop over. There are all types of stakes available or just use some branches you have pruned from shrubs and trees. Consider planting so that some taller, weaker plants will lean on some sturdier, bushy types. Take time to deadhead your flowering plants, it encourages the plant to keep blooming. Have the children come out to help. It is a nice, quiet time to spend together. You will also have to keep weeding. Those unwanted plants will use up the water and nutrients in the soil. Take another look at some of those weeds though, they could have another life in your salad bowl. We all know of the dandelion. This bitter green is a healthy addition to your salad. Ounce per ounce the OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 leaves are higher in vitamin A than broccoli, carrots or spinach. It also contains vitamin C and e, potassium, iron, calcium and zinc. You can buy them in most supermarkets or just go to your lawn and pick some. The best are the young leaves gathered during the cooler months as they start to grow. After the plant blooms, the leaves get really bitter. Another abundant, wild green is lambs quarters, and here too, the most desirable leaves are the small, young ones. These greens are interchangeable in recipes calling for spinach. Two other easily found weeds are chickweed and the succulent stems and leaves of purslane. Both are rich in vitamins, with purslane stems containing the greatest source of Omega-3 fatty acids in the garden world. Kids are fascinated by the fact they can eat weeds, but please be cautious and teach them not to pick and eat anything by themselves. Make sure you have properly identified the plant and be certain that it has not been sprayed with any fertilizers or pesticides. There are many reference books available, these are just a few good ones: the Encyclopedia of Edible plants of north america, by Francois Couplan and James A. Duke; also Identifying and Harvesting Edible and Medicinal plants in Wild (and not So Wild places), by Steve Brill; and Stalking the Wild asparagus, by euell Gibbons. HAPPY HARVeSTING. “What is a weed? a plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered.”–RALPH WALDO eMeRSON editor’s note: June liardi, a St. James resident for over 30 years, is a wife and mother of three sons. June will be writing articles on gardening, nature related craft projects and family activities. – 73 – GREAT TIME TO BUY CHAIN SAWS STARTING AT $17995 FS 40 C-E TRIMMER 16995 BLOWERS STARTING AT $14995 FS 56 RC-E TRIMMER 22995 $ $ Lightweight, fuel-efficient trimmer Versatile, straight-shaft trimmer STIHL Easy2Start™ system makes starting almost effortless FREE TRIMMER LINE WITH FS 40 C-E PURCHASE A $1299 NES-SRP value. Free 1/2 lb. package of .080 Quiet Line™ with purchase of FS 40 C-E. Offer good through 6/30/13 at participating dealers while supplies last. 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The Center is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. FEATURED PETS Callie Domestic short hair female, spayed, 18 months old. Pictured: Callie, top left; Tabby, bottom left; Trixie, top center; and Lee, top right. Tabby Domestic short hair male, neutered, 18 months old. Please have your pets spayed/ neutered and vaccinated. Visit the Smithtown Animal Shelter’s website to see all their dogs and cats at www.smithtowninfo.com and click the link on left side “ADOPT A PeT,”or call them at 360-7575. To print out an adoption application go to the Animal Shelter page, under town departments. If you would like an application form e-mailed to you, e-mail your request to sasac@tosgov.com. Trixie Cattle dog mix female, spayed, 3 years old. Lee Akita/Collie mix, male, neutered, 5 years old. 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All property information, including, but not limited to square footage, room count, number of bedrooms and the school district in property listings are deemed reliable, but should be verified by your own attorney, architect or zoning expert. Equal Housing Opportunity. OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 120612 Douglas Elliman Real Estate 996 Jericho Turnpike Smithtown, NY 11787 631-697-0474 (cell) • 631-858-6955 (direct) maria.orlandi@elliman.com – 76 – F I N A N C I A L S A V V Y INVESTING WITH INTEGRITY, RIGOR & DISCIPLINE The Low Rate Trap by richard Masino Investors are trapped! Those who chase yield by going further out on the curve (longer maturities, see chart below) will face a dangerous amount of “duration” risk. Duration is a statistical measurement of interest rate sensitivity. So for example, let’s say the 30 year Treasury has a duration of 20. That would mean if interest rates were to suddenly spike by just 1%, the resulting depreciation of that bond would be 20%. Investors may mitigate duration risk by keeping maturities shorter, but then they will face a different peril – inflation risk. If inflation is running 2% annually (wishful thinking), a 3 year Treasury with a yield of 0.30% will generate a guaranteed loss of purchasing power of 1.70% (2% - 0.30%) each year. Daily Treasury Yield Curve as of May 1st. MATURITY 1 year 3 years 5 years 10 years 20 years 30 years RATE 0.11% 0.30% 0.65% 1.66% 2.44% 2.83% Since it’s fairly typical for investors to have a significant allocation of their wealth directed towards fixed income oriented investments, you can see the conundrum. How does one reduce duration risk without succumb- ing to inflation risk? From my perch, the days of holding a simple laddered portfolio of staggered maturities and clipping coupons are gone. A more active approach to fixed income is required in this age of ultra-low rates. Here’s a few ideas as to what I look for to help sidestep this trap: 1. Fixed income investments where returns are not reliant upon interest rates – Market Linked Notes are a great example. I’ve recently purchased Notes that provide an uncapped upside return on the S&P 500. However, if the S&P declines, there is a principal guarantee against any losses. Like any debt instrument, the guarantee is only as good as the credit of the issuing firm so one has to be selective. But the over-riding point is that there are fixed income vehicles out there where the return profile is not dependent upon the direction of interest rates. 2. Non-traditional strategies – There’s a small group of managers that I trust to expand the set of tools with which they ply their trade. One will buy high yield muni bonds to generate tax-free income while shorting Treasuries to reduce duration risk. Another muni bond manager I like will seek to hedge inflation risk through the use of inflation indexed derivatives. Yet another generated a 23% gain last year by being an active trader and closed the year with a portfolio having a duration below zero. 3. Opportunistic global strategies – Yields are low around the world but by introducing global bonds into the portfolio one can gain exposure to another return stream – foreign OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 currencies. In addition, there are potential gains to be had by opportunistically trading the volatility of foreign markets. NO SLIDES, JUST INSIGHTFUL DISCUSSION AND Q&A For those who are interested, Natalie Weinstein of Natalie Weinstein Design Associates will be joining me for a conversation about my views across a wide array of investment topics such as stocks, bonds, alternative investments and wealth strategies. The event will be held at the Muttontown Club in east Norwich on June 13 at 6 p.m. The evening is complimentary but seating is limited so please register quickly. Feel free to bring any investment questions you may have. The content to be discussed is best suited for those with portfolios of $500K or greater. Proper business attire required (no jeans or sneakers please). To register www.soundfrontasset.com/events or info@soundfrontasset.com SoundFront Asset Management, Inc. is a fee-only registered investment advisor. All investments have risk and may result in a loss of principal. Clients are encouraged to consult with tax and legal advisers before making any investment decision. editor’s note: Investing With Integrity, rigor & discipline is a monthly feature written by richard Masino, founder & CEo of Soundfront asset Management. rich is frequently called upon to speak nationally at private wealth forums and institutional investor conferences. His investment insights have also appeared alongside other noted investors such as James J. Cramer during rich’s stint as a contributing editor to Real Money, a division of theStreet.com. for additional information or to schedule a private consultation you can reach rich at 631584-2283 or rich@soundfrontasset.com ©2013 SoundFront Asset Management, Inc. All Rights Reserved – 77 – SoundFront ASSet MAnAgeMent & nAtAlie WeinStein deSign ASSociAteS cordially invite you to The Muttontown Club 5933 northern Boulevard east norwich, ny 11732 Thursday, June 13, 2013 6:00 pm For dinner and an educational discussion on investments richard masino, ceo of soundFront will be interviewed by natalie weinstein in what is sure to be an enlightening exchange on rich’s view of stocks, bonds, alternative investments, portfolio construction and more. rich is frequently called upon to speak nationally at private wealth forums and institutional investor conferences. his insights have also appeared alongside other noted investors such as James J. cramer during rich’s stint as a contributor to Thestreet.com’s realmoney. register early as seating is limited to this complimentary event. Feel free to bring any investment-related questions you may have. The content to be discussed is best suited for those with portfolios of $500,000 and greater. Dress Code: Business attire (no jeans or sneakers please) To register please go to www.soundfrontasset.com/events or call 631-584-2283 SoundFront Asset Management is a registered investment advisor. OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 78 – F I N A N C I A L S A V V Y MONEY MATTERS: Be Aware of the Need for Disability Insurance by Scott posner, Cfp, CrpC, a.a.M.S. It probably doesn’t show up on your calendar, but May is Disability Insurance Awareness Month. And you might agree that such a month is useful, when you consider the following: • Three in 10 workers entering the workforce today will become disabled before retiring, according to the Social Security Administration. • At age 42, you are four times more likely to become seriously disabled than to die during your working years, according to National Underwriter Life & Health. • Disability causes nearly 50% of all mortgage foreclosures, according to Health Affairs, a health policy research journal. Given these statistics, it’s not surprising that the Life and Health Insurance Foundation for education (LIFe) sponsors Disability Insurance Awareness Month to encourage Americans to address their disability income needs. Here’s the bottom line: You can be really good at budgeting your money and you can be a disciplined long-term investor – but unless you’ve protected at least a reasonable percentage of your income, your whole financial strategy is incomplete. And all your goals, such as a comfortable retirement, could be jeopardized. Of course, you may not be to- tally unfamiliar with disability income insurance; if you work for a large employer, a group disability policy may be part of your employee benefits package. If so, you should certainly accept the coverage, which may be offered to you free, or at minimal cost. However, this coverage might be inadequate to replace the income needed to allow your family to maintain its lifestyle without dipping into your investments. Consequently, you might need to think about purchasing an individual disability insurance policy. Here are some tips: Look for a policy that is “noncancellable” until you reach age 65. When you purchase a noncancellable policy, your policy continued on page 80 Markets Change. Are You Prepared? When you stop and look back at what’s happened ImagINe... in the markets, it’s easy to realize how quickly a VaCatIoN-laNd rIgHt IN your owN BaCkyard! things can change. That’s why we should schedule some time to discuss how the market can impact your financial goals. We can also conduct a free portfolio review to help you decide if you should make changes to your investments and whether you’re on track to reach your goals. Stop by by or or call call today today to to schedule schedule your your free free review. review. 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Semente Chiropractor 265 Lake Avenue (across from Patio Pizza) St. James, NY 11780 631-584-7722 OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 80 – F I N A N C I A L S A V V Y Be Aware of the Need for Disability Insurance continued from page 78 premiums can’t be changed, provided you pay them on time. Pick the right waiting period. Typically, disability insurance policies don’t start paying benefits immediately; there’s usually a waiting (or “elimination”) period ranging from 30 days to two years. Obviously, a shorter waiting period is more desirable, but it’s probably also going to be more expensive. You may be able to give yourself the flexibility of choosing the longer waiting period if you have created an emergency fund containing six to 12 months’ worth of living expenses, kept in a liquid account that offers significant preservation of principal. Avoid overly restrictive policies. You may want to avoid an “accident-only” policy or one with a limited benefit term (five and 10 years are common). These policies may be cheaper, but they don’t cover either a disabling illness or the entirety of your working life. Consider adding appropriate “riders.” It will likely add to the cost of your policy, but a cost-ofliving rider will help protect your future benefits from the effects of inflation. You also might want to add a future income options (FIO) rider, which provides you with the ability to purchase additional coverage in the future with no further medical underwriting. These suggestions are general in nature. Your financial advisor can help you determine if you need a private disability insurance policy – and, if so, what type of policy is best suited for your needs. But don’t wait too long to take action in this area. You can’t predict the future, but you should still prepare for the unexpected. editor’s note: Money Matters is a monthly feature written by Scott posner, Cfp, CrpC, a.a.M.S., an investment representative with Edward Jones Investments. this 130-year-old firm has over 10,000 offices around the world with one here in town at 542 north Country road in the old St. James School House. Mr. posner has serviced both personal and institutional investors for over 24 years. for more information, a schedule of free investment classes or to request topics for future columns, call 862-2020. Scientific Exterminating Services 265-5252 Keeping Insects from Becoming Pests Protectors of Health and Property Since 1957 Ants - Bed Bugs - Bees - Beetles - Crickets - Hornets Mice - Rats - Silverfish - Termites - wasps Tree Spraying - Fertilizing - Garlic Sprays for Ticks & Mosquitos SCIenTIFICeXT.CoM ClEANEr • GrEENEr • SMArTEr OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 81 – Before After Dream it... Design it ...Build it.... 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Probate is the process of having a will approved by the Surrogate’s Court and appointing an executor, as chosen by the testator (the will maker) in his will, to pay the estate’s taxes and debts and distribute the estate’s property in accordance with the will. A contested probate proceeding occurs when someone who claims he is in some way legally entitled to some benefit from the estate objects to the validity of the will or its interpretation, or to the way in which the executor is doing his job. Those who have read a will usually are struck by what appears to be unnecessarily formal and stuffy language. However, wills are written as they are for one very good reason: they “When a festive occasion our spirit unbends We should never forget the profession’s best friends. So we’ll pass round the wine and a light bumper fill to the jolly testator who makes his own will.” – ANONYMOUS JACOB M. BRANDe, lifetime Speaker's Encyclopedia, 1962 No caring person desires to cause problems for his heirs. However, sometimes problems occur. Records from Suffolk County’s Surrogate’s Court show that each year dozens of challenges to probate proceedings are filed in Suf- 291 Lake avenue St. James, Ny 11780 BollhoferLaw.com (631) 584-0100 Fax: (631) 584-2304 info@BollhoferLaw.com work (if done correctly). Lawyers, being the generally cautious group that we are, rarely deviate from the tried and true – “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Many of the phrases in wills are hundreds of years old, part of the rich legal history inherited by us from the english system. However, blindly following forms without knowing the reasons for what is stated is dangerous. each will must be tailored so that it (1) accurately reflects the testator’s intent and (2) carries out that intent in a legally permissible manner. Speaking of intent, since the testator no longer is around at the time of probate, he cannot explain any ambiguities in the will. It is therefore of extreme continued on facing page licensed & insured Residential & commercial LAW OFFICE OF JOSEPH A. BOLLHOFER, P.C. Elder Law • Real Estate Estate Planning and Administration Accidents/Personal Injury member, National academy of Elder Law attorneys (NaELa) admitted to Practice Law in New york & New Jersey TrEE SErViCE Tree Removal Pruning Topping Chipping Stump grinding Scotty’s Masonry • Fireplaces • Walkways • Patios • Stoops • Outdoor Kitchens • Grading Free Wood & Woodchips e Licensed & Insured • Suffolk Lic. #20570-HI q 631-584-5575 CoMPETiTioN TrEE, iNC. OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 • Pizza Ovens • Stone Veneer • Cultured Stone • Brick Veneer • Retaining Walls • Demolition CALL US TODAY! 631-265-4398 631-872-1076 Est. 1986 • St. James, NY – 83 – L E G A L - E A S E continued importance that the will clearly express the testator’s intent. Those laypersons who make their own will, like the jolly testator, run the risk of having their wills interpreted in some manner other than as they intended or, equally unpleasant, of having the will declared invalid because it was not made in accordance with strict legal formality requirements. even if the Surrogate’s Court ultimately interprets an ambiguous provision in a will as the testator had intended, everyone involved has suffered unnecessarily (except the lawyers). Who finds joy in the time, anxiety and expense of a trial? Under such circumstances, the parties involved might have been better off if the testator had died intestate (i.e., without a will). At least then the property of the estate would be distributed to the next of kin in a clearly-defined order under the law. Of course, this distribution might not be as the testator intended. For example, if a man dies intestate leaving a wife and two children, his estate (except property owned jointly with his wife, which all becomes solely hers) is divided as follows: $50,000 plus one-half of the remainder to the wife; editor’s note: Joseph a. Bollhofer, Esq., is an attorney who practices law in the areas of elder law, including asset transfer and medicaid applications, estate and business planning and administration, including wills and trusts, personal injury and real estate. He is a member of the Elder law, real property, and Surrogate’s Court Committees of the Suffolk County Bar association and of the Elder law and real property law Sections of the new york State Bar association. He has been serving area residents and businesses since 1985 and is admitted to practice law in new york and new Jersey. His office is located at 291 lake ave., St. James. (584-0100). for reprints of this article and others concerning Medicaid, Elder law and Estate planning, send a request to info@bollhoferlaw.com or visit www.bollhoferlaw.com. one-half of the remainder to the children, equally. If the children are under 18, that one-half must be held and used for their benefit by a trustee until they become 18. Note: the wife is not automatically appointed the trustee. Nor, for that matter, is she auto- matically appointed the administratrix, the person who does the same job as the executor, explained earlier. What loving husband would knowingly leave his wife with the burden of administering a trust for her own continued on page 108 Drive home the savings. Car and home combo. Combine your insurance and save big-time. 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Mr. Denaro not only taught with enthusiasm and dedication, but he invested much of his personal time helping students build memories that they could hold onto forever. He is missed by staff, students and the community. entry fee includes a t-shirt and bag for the first 500 participants. Single Runner/Walker: $20/pre-registration by May 31; and $25/day of race; $10/Children’s One Lap Fun Run. The Children’s Fun Run starts at 9:40 a.m. with the Runner’s Race at 10 a.m. sharp. The Family Walk starts at 10:15 a.m. Check-in is at 8:30 a.m. at the Smithtown High West Track. There will be music, refreshments and more, with an awards ceremony immediately following on the football field. Please note that there are no pets, bicy- cles, skateboards or scooters allowed at the event or on the school grounds during the event. For additional information and online registration go to: www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=2084115 or contact the event chairs at: www.smithtownchildrensfoundation.com or Krissy Lonetto at klonetto@smithtown.k12.ny.us Marieke Mygland at amygland@smithtown.k12.ny.us Kelly Bigliani at kbigliani@smithtown.k12.ny.us If you are unable to attend and would like to support this event you can make a tax deductible donation to the Smithtown Children’s Foundation, PO Box 799, Nesconset, NY 11767 (584-9511). About the smithtown Children’s Foundation The Smithtown Children’s Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable tax exempt organization providing financial and emotional support to children and families within our Smithtown community by bridging family, friends, neighbors and local business to act as ONe in times of crisis. www.smithtownchildrensfoundation.com 2XWGRRU.LWFKHQV%DUEHTXH,VODQGV 4XDOLW\²9DOXH²5HOLDELOLW\ 6HUYLQJRXUFRPPXQLW\IRURYHU\HDUV 6WDQGDUG&XVWRP&RQILJXUDWLRQV &RPPHUFLDO*UDGH6WDLQOHVV6WHHO 7LOHRU*UDQLWH&RXQWHUWRSV 5RFN%ULFNRU6WXFFR%DVH -1RUWK&RXQWU\5RDG5RXWH$ 6W-DPHV1< -322/ 'URS-,Q &RPSRQHQWV $OVR $YDLODEOH OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 ZZZ3RZHU3RRO&DUHFRP – 85 – THE BUGS ARE BACK! BLADE & BRANCH HINTS, TIPS & GREAT IDEAS FOR KEEPING YOUR PROPERTY BEAUTIFUL LET THIS BE THE YEAR YOUR LAWN GETS OFF TO A GREAT START! 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We Grow the Best Lawn on the Block OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 86 – H E A L T H N O T E S Keeping the Weight Off by anne Marie lisa Spring is in the air and summer is right around the corner. lt’s time to shed those winter coats and along with it those extra pounds that were hiding beneath it. While most diet plans will work in taking off those extra pounds few will help keep the weight off for any length of time. This begins the vicious cycle of weight loss and weight gain. depriving or Indulging. Why does this happen? Most diets are focused on elimination. Diets which eliminate meals or entire food groups can’t be sustained long term. Diets that replace meals with beverages also fall into that category. elimination of the foods we enjoy leave us feeling deprived and bored. So what can we do? Before committing to a diet check to see if it falls into this category. A good weight loss program will be designed to cut the urges that sabotage your good choices. This is essential for continued weight loss. It should help you maintain healthy blood sugar levels. lt should also support and encourage a strong immune system and balance hormone levels that are related to weight loss. Within the first 2 weeks you should feel more energized and “want” to continue. It should also be varied, easy to follow, and flexible enough to fit into your lifestyle. Get off the diet merry-goround. Learn how to honor yourself with healthy eating habits that enable you to lose the weight and keep it off! editor’s note: anne Marie lisa, of St. James, is a Certified nutritional Counselor, reiki practitioner and Intuitive guide, who can help you make lifelong changes that will affect your wellbeing. She is available for phone and in-person consultations and on-site lectures. 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We have a positive approach to everything we do and always work in a safe and secure environment. 30+ Years Experience Insured & Bonded OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 87 – CHIROPRACTIC HEALTHCARE OF ST. JAMES Dr. GrEGOrY r.THOMaIEr CHIROPRACTOR 338 Lake Avenue (across from the Post Office) St. James, NY 11780 631-584-8100 EMERGENCY APPOINTMENTS TAKEN HEALTH VIEWS by Gregory r. Thomaier, D.c.,c.c.S.P. This article is part of an ongoing series presented in order to bring you the very best and latest information about exercise, health and diet. Should I Use Heat or Ice After an Injury? This is a common question brought up by patients and by all means an important one. Understanding the purpose of each along with their benefits makes this an easier question to answer. After an initial injury such as pulling a muscle, spraining your lower back or twisting your ankle the inflammatory stage of healing begins and lasts from 24-72 hours. It is during this initial stage that ice is preferred to reduce inflammation. Typically ice is applied in 10-20 minute intervals and removed for 10-20 minutes. This cycle is repeated as often as necessary. A common acronym used to remember what to do after an injury is P.R.I.C.E. (Protect, Rest, Ice, Compress and Elevate the injury). Once the inflammatory stage is over, generally after 72 hours, heat is used to increase circulation and flexibility. Moist heat is preferred over dry heat (i.e. heating pad), because muscles have a high water content and the dry heat tends to dehydrate it, causing them to be less flexible and predisposing them to further injury. Heat is typically applied in the same manner as ice, in that it is applied for 20-30 minutes and removed for 20-30 minutes, also being repeated Member: • American Chiropractic Association • International Chiropractic Association • Council on Diagnostic Imaging as often as necessary. Remember, when applying heat or ice always put a thin towel down first to avoid direct skin contact. • American Chiropractic Association Sports Council • NYS Chiropractic Association • American Medical Athletic Association GenTle eFFeCTIVe TReATMenT oF: • Back/leg Pain (Sciatica, Disc Problems) • Neck/Arm Pain (Numbness, Tingling) • Whiplash injuries • Sports injuries • Pinched Nerves • TMJ Disorders • Scoliosis • Headaches we ACCePT • Worker’s Compensation • No Fault (Auto) • Union Plans • Major Medical • etc... OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 88 – H E A L T H N O T E S Physical Therapist Guide to Bone Health by rich greco, pt, atC, CSCS, tpI Certified golf fitness Instructor Physical therapists are experts in improving and restoring mobility and play an important role in ensuring optimal bone health. Healthy bones can help you stay strong and active throughout your life. If good bone health is achieved during childhood and maintained, it can help to avoid bone loss and fracture later in life. For healthy bones, it is important to maintain a physically active lifestyle and eat a balanced diet with plenty of calcium, vitamin D, and perhaps other supplements as needed. Physical therapists can design a unique program for you to help keep your bones healthy. Osteoporosis is a common bone disease that affects both men and women (mostly women), usually as they age. It is associated with low bone mass and thinning of the bone structure, making bones fragile and more likely to break. Some people are more at risk for osteoporosis than others. Not all risk factors can be changed, but healthy habits and a proper exercise routine designed by a physical therapist can keep bones healthy and reduce risk. Risk factors* include: • Age: More common in older individuals • Sex: More common in women • Family History: Heredity • Race and ethnicity: Affects all races. In the US, increased risk for Caucasian, Asian or Latino • Weight: Low body weight (small and thin) • Diet, especially one low in calcium and vitamin D • History of broken bones • Menopause • Inactive lifestyle • Smoking • Alcohol abuse • Certain medications, diseases, and other medical conditions Physical therapy can help prevent osteoporosis and treat its effects by designing individualized exercise programs to benefit bone health, improve posture, and enhance core stability and balance. Most of these exercises are simple and can be done at home with no special equipment. continued on page 90 Complete Medical Family Care, PLLC • BOARD CERTIFIED FAMILY PRACTICE • Medicine for all ages – Children to Adults Open 6 Days a Week Monday through Saturday No Appointment Necessary Most Insurance Accepted NO MORE PAIN! Cutting Edge Prescription Transdermal Pain Relief! No insurance? $75 for Any Visit. 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If you have osteoporosis, are at high risk for a fall or fracture, or have a medical condition, affecting your ability to exercise, do not begin an exercise program without first consulting your physician. Avoid exercises and daily activities, which round the spine, such as sit-ups, crunches, bending down to tie your shoes, exercise machines that involve forward bending of the trunk, and movements and sports that round and twist the spine. Benefits of Good Balance Preserving balance and stability with exercises can help reduce falls and resulting fractures. exercises that improve posture, core stability, balance and coordination, can also protect the spine against compression fractures. An individualized program may include a walking regimen, yoga and other exercises geared toward conditioning, balance and coordination. Bone Health Begins With Good Posture Physical therapists recommend good posture and safe movements to protect bones from fracture during daily activities. Using proper posture and safe body mechanics during all activities protects the spine against injury. Here are some tips: • Keep your back, stomach and leg muscles strong and flexible. • Keep your body in alignment, so it can be more efficient when you move. • Do not slouch. When sitting, keep your spine and head straight. Put a small pillow behind your waist to keep your spine in a good position. continued on page 93 ATTENTiON VETERANS a new group is starting to help veterans and their families who are dealing with Ptsd. do you feel numb and empty? are you just not the same since you came back home? Join us, at no cost, along with your loved ones. we meet on the 1st and 3rd tuesdays of the month at 9:00 am. Call 631-471-0320 to register. 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Recent articles in the new york times and the Wall Street Journal have both reported on research concerning the amino acid carnitine. This substance is most often found in red meat. While saturated fat and cholesterol have been blamed for the increased heart attack risk associated with red meat it appears that the culprit is carnitine. Not carnitine directly, but a chemical called TMAO which is made from carnitine by some species of bacteria found in our digestive tract. The researchers followed up on this observation by trying to identify if we all had this problematic bacteria or if it was somehow limited. What they found was that our diet played an important role in the composition of our personal micro- biota. Vegetarians who had no meat for one year prior to the test did not have a corresponding increase in TMAO in the blood. They ate the same amount of steak and had the same increase of carnitine in the gut yet they reacted differently by not having the increase in TMAO. The next step was to test this theory in a mouse model to see if the results could be duplicated. A group of mice were given broad spectrum antibiotics to kill all of the bacteria in their digestive tract and then were fed steak, lucky mice. When blood tests were done these mice had no increase in TMAO, thus proving the role of the certain bacteria in creating the high level of TMAO in our blood after a red meat meal. Cholesterol still plays a role in continued on facing page A Better Probiotic for a Better Result Stable GI Saccharomyces boulardii lyo lactose and gluten free in a vegetarian capsule Order at www.stablegi.com or call 631-419-3525 OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 93 – H E A L T H N O T E S Our Amazing Microbiota continued heart disease but it would now seem that the increased TMAO levels are what cause cholesterol to create plaques on the sides of arterial walls in the first place. Ulcers are caused by the H.pylori bacteria and the treatment is to eradicate this bad bacteria. Why can’t we treat the “steak” bacteria the same way? Maybe if the specific bacteria can be identified, along with identifying an effective antibiotic to kill it. Of course there is always a risk of bacterial resistance. Perhaps we should be thinking of diet alter- Bone Health continued from page 90 • Use good body positioning at work, home or during leisure activities. • When lifting or bending forward, bend your knees, keep • your back straight, bend forward at the hip crease and lift with your legs. Keep the load close to your body. • Ask for help or use an assistive device to lift heavy objects. • Maintain a regular physical fitness regimen. Staying active can help to prevent injuries. This information was provided by the American Physical Therapy Association. editor’s note: rich greco is a St. James resident and licensed physical therapist. He is the co-owner of greco physical therapy and St. James 1st tee fitness & performance. for more information on physical therapy for the treatment of osteoporosis/bone health, golf fitness programs and general injury rehabilitation, contact him at 631-686-6600. ation by increasing vegetables to reduce this bacteria or an appropriate probiotic or maybe both. Our Microbiota is a fascinating collection of our own unique neighbors. I am sure there will be more news soon. SIdING • Insulated Vinyl Siding • Imitation Wood Shakes • Soffits • Fascia • Gutters & Leaders • Entry Doors • Repairs editor’s note: pamela Browne Keane, r.ph., a St. James resident for almost 30 years, is a community pharmacist and president of Medical probiotics, Inc. pamela will be writing articles about the benefits of probiotics and health related topics. for additional information, call her at 419-3525 or visit www.StablegI.com. 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We talked about some important ground rules, such as no friends allowed over after school until her grandmother comes over or I come home. last week I found out that she had a few friends over on a thursday night when I was looking through some facebook con- St. James t Bohemia t Ron has appeared before sold-out audiences across the country, hosts two radio shows, and is currently featured on the Verizon FiOS1 network. His funny, captivating and approachable style creates powerful, life-changing moments. embrace the Power of Change in your personal and professional life today! versations. I believe there may have been a few boys over, and from reading some posts between her friends, she may be interested in one boy in particular. 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Just her medication list alone is enough to confuse a team of doctors. on top of that, my husband and I never seem to have any time alone anymore. I feel completely guilty considering other living arrangements for her, but I do not know what I can do anymore at this point. –Stressed Dear Stressed, It seems like you are starting to feel guilty for wanting to be less stressed – which seems like you are being quite unfair to yourself, don’t you think? You have been a dear Ron, last month my mother came to live with my husband and I. as she ages, she needs help with very accommodating daughter, trying your best to take care of an aging mother. It is never easy – when we need to play nurse, therapist and doctor to a loved one – we might not always have all the answers. What can you do when your ability to help has been maxed out? Well first is to be a little easier on yourself. You did a great job on your own and it is time to let some professionals help guide your mother from here. You can try small steps first, such as considering the financial weight of hiring the help of a day nurse or perhaps in more complicated situations, a live-in. You can attempt to integrate help from a good team of doctors as well. even a therapist who specializes in the elderly might bring your mother some continued on page 108 DEbUS Painting & Wallpapering Interior Specializing In: Exterior Staining • Faux Finishes String, Silk, Fabric Wallcoverings Residential Commercial Plus: Spackling • Power Washing • Moulding Quality Workmanship - All Work Guaranteed Licensed Insured Steven Debus “My Customers Are Satisfied Customers” 862-7924 “Quality & Dependability You Can Count On” 25+ Years Experience • References Upon Request SUFFOLK LICENSE #19748-H FREE ESTIMATES OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 97 – YOU ARE CONSERVATIVE... IS YOUR PORTFOLIO? Many conservative people are surprised to learn that their portfolios are not properly aligned with their expectations. 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This joint moves each time you bite down on something and whenever you talk or swallow. As a result pain in this joint can be quite frustrating and could last years if left untreated. The pain associated with the TMJ is often a result of displacement of the cartilage disc that causes pressure and stretching of the associated sensory nerves. The popping or clicking occurs as the disk snaps into place whenever the jaw moves. In addition, the chewing muscles may spasm causing pain and tenderness. Chiropractic may be one of the best ways to treat TMJ pain. It may take several visits but the re- sults are worth it. In conjunction with the care you receive from your chiropractor, you may want to try these self-remedies: • Avoid clenching or tensing your jaw. Do not chew gum. • Rest the muscles and joints by eating soft foods. • Relax muscles with moist heat (1/2 hour at least twice daily). • Talk to your dentist to determine whether a bite guard is indicated. 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We join with Alexandra’s family and friends in wishing her a very happy 8th birthday. New Arrival Dawn and Brian Corey, of Pomona, NY, are proud to announce the birth of their first child, Fiona Marie. Fiona made her debut on February 19, 2013 weighing 7 lbs. 12 oz. and measuring 21 inches long. Brian is a technology teacher in the Clarkstown School District and Dawn works in the office Fiona Marie Corey of H&M in New York City. Happy grandparents are Pat and Mike Corey of St. James, NY and Kathy and Rick Parisi of Rockledge, FL. Congratulations and best wishes to the family on this wonderful occasion from your friends in St. James. Rebecca Kassay and Andrew Thomas Kassay / Thomas Engaged Dave and Laurianne Kassay, of St James, are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter Rebecca Kassay to Andrew Thomas, son of David Thomas and Andrea Volckmer, of Ithaca, NY. Rebecca, a SUNY New Paltz graduate in environmental sciences, now heads a program “S.T.A.T.e” (Students Taking Action for Tomorrow’s environment) at the Avalon Preserve in Stony Brook, NY. Andrew is a graduate of Cornell’s architectural program and has his masters from Harvard in architecture and fine arts. He is presently working for a firm in New York City. They both live in Brooklyn and are planning an August wedding. Read Our Town • St. James Online at www.ourtownstjames.com OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 101 – OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 102 – P O E T ’ S C O R N E R The Month of May by David F. McKell It’s been a long wait, but a wonderful sight as we enjoy this beautiful day! those april showers weren’t for naught, they brought us our flowers in May! I’m talking about chores, like “cutting the grass” perhaps even planting some flowers. you’ll be surprised at the results that you get, Just by putting in a few hours. How lovely it is to see all the blooms that brings beauty and fragrance too! as each day stays bright longer, to make it all happier for me and you! of course during these days it may get quite warm, But if that’s the case, just apply a really old rule “When this happens, just think of february, Which will really make you feel cool!” So let’s all make a promise each day that we will try to maintain the sublime By doing what we can to keep it going, and move it along, “one day at a time!” So once again let’s all try our best, to welcome and appreciate the spring! While we hope for a wonderful summer and all that it surely will bring! Life (2) by John Taratunio, Fairfield Condos What is it about life that makes living so rare We cherish each breath we take and treat our bodies with care Why must we be careful In everything we do We never know the limits our bodies can go through there is a special reason Why life is a special treat once it’s gone, it will never come again that’s what makes life so sweet. See Us For All Your Printing Needs Presentation Folders Labels Letterhead newsletters invitations invoices envelopes Brochures Business Cards 359 Lake Avenue, St. James, NY 11780 • phone: 631-862-9849 • email: ourtown@optonline.net OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 103 – 2013 memBers oF the st. James chamBer oF commerce Please support these chamber of commerce member Businesses A & D Gold Silver Above All Masonry Design Accumanage All Island-Wide Appraisal Services All Shores Mortgage Allstate Insurance / Marriott Agency Alpine Pastry Shop American Real Estate Associates Apex Gymnastics Athletics Artpix Studio Artsy Autonomousdesign, ltd. Barattini Productions DJ Entertainment Best Pool Service Bethpage Federal Credit Union Blue Sky Computer Service Joseph A. Bollhofer, Esq. Daniel R. 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MS CUREiosity’s Closet/ Cure MS Foundation My Gym Children’s Fitness Natalie Weinstein Design Associates Rowena/Dave Nedvin / Re/Max Beyond Nicky G’s Pizza www.stjameschamber.org OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 North Shore Academy of Dance North Shore Antiques North Shore Montessori School North Shore Orthodontics O So Scrumptious Ocean’s Bounty Seafood Ogden’s Design & Plantings Outstanding Plumbing/Heating/ Drain Cleaning Patio Pizza People’s United Bank Geraci / Gandolfo Physical Therapy & Beyond RDA Landscape Architecture R.J.K. Gardens Reliance Real Estate & Mortgage Re/Max Beyond Restaurant Five Five 2 Rocco’s Pizza Roslyn Savings Bank A Division of NYCB Saf-T-Swim of Smithtown Margaret Schaefer - Tupperware Consultant Scientific Pest Management Seaqua Deli & Caterers of St. James Seiskaya Ballet Dr. Raymond A. Semente Chiropractor Shaolin Self Defense Center Smithhaven Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Smithtown Children’s Foundation Sound Wealth Financial Group Spage’s Pharmacy Saint James Self Storage St. Catherine of Siena Medical Center St. James Fire Department St. James Funeral Home St. James Jewelry Shoppe St. James Lumber St. James Pasta & Pork St. James Post Office St. James Rehabilitation and Healthcare State Farm Insurance / Winter Agency Story Book Hollow Strike Force Maintenance Corp. Tagi A. Garbizu & Associations Takach & Associates - Insurance TD Bank Times Beacon Record Newspapers Total Family Dentistry of St. James True Sport Care Vazac Contracting Corp V.F.W. Post 395 Victorian Fence Villa Sorrento – 104 – O B I T U A R I E S Caroline M. Beinlich Donald T. Curran Caroline M. Beinlich, of Stony Brook, NY, passed away on April 15, 2013 at the age of 77. She was the beloved wife of the late edward, Sr. Cherished mother of Peter (Jane), Alice (Gerard) and edward, Jr. (Bonnie). Loving grandmother of Melissa, emily, Lauren, Christopher, Brian, David (Jennifer), James (Danielle) and eve (Peter). Dear great Caroline M. Beinlich grandmother of Claudia, Robert, Kate, Keira, Joseph and Jenna. Dearest friend of Mary. Caroline is survived by many other family members and friends. A Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Patrick’s R.C. Church in Smithtown, NY. Cremation followed at Washington, Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations In Memory of Caroline M. Beinlich to All About Spray Neuter Inc., PO Box 140098, Howard Beach, NY 11414; www.allaboutspayneuter.com/donations.html, is appreciated. Arrangements were entrusted to the professional care of the Branch Funeral Home in Smithtown and the Vigliante family. Donald T. Curran, of Stony Brook, LI, passed away on April 9, 2013 at the age of 69. Former supervisor for National Grid. Beloved husband of Leslie. Loving father of Ryan (Tracie) and evan (Lauren). Dear Grampie-Donnie of Danny and Rachel. Devoted brother of William (Patty), Mili (Tom) Herrschaft and the late Robert. Mr. Curran reposed the St. James Funeral Home’s South Chapel. A Funeral Mass was held on April 12, 2013 at Sts. Philip & James R.C. Church in St. James. Interment followed at St. James episcopal Cemetery, St. James. In lieu of flowers donations to Arnold Palmer Children’s Hospital, Orlando, Florida is appreciated. Mr. Curran ’s funeral arrangements were professionally supervised by Kenneth, Kerry and Ken Jr. – the Maher family, of the St. James Funeral Home in St. James. Gladys M. Coates Gladys M. Coates, of St. James, formerly of Hauppauge, NY, passed away on April 4, 2013 at the age of 92. Beloved wife of the late James J. Coates. Loving mother of James R. (Angela) Coates, Robert (Jamie) Coates and Donna (Robert) Questel. Cherished grandmother of Gladys M. Coates Dylan, Melissa, Shayne, Renee and Connor. She is survived by many other family members and friends. A Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Patrick’s R.C. Church, Smithtown, NY. Interment followed at Calverton National Cemetery. Arrangements were entrusted to the professional care of Branch Funeral Home of Smithtown and the Vigliante family. Virginia Elliott Jacques Virginia elliott Jacques, formerly of Nissequogue, LI, passed away on April 14, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Homer. Dear sister of Loretta Riordan and the late Jack and the late Daniel. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Jacques reposed at the St. James Funeral Home’s South Chapel. A Funeral Mass was held on April 17, 2013 at Sts. Philip & James R.C. Church in St. James. Interment followed at Long Island National Cemetery. Virginia Lippertshauser Virginia Lippertshauser (nee Feiss), of Nesconset, LI, passed away on April 26, 2013. Beloved wife of Paul. Cherished mother of Paul (Debora), Joan (Mark) Werker and the late Patricia. Loving Nana of Amanda, Matthew, Nicholas, Dean and Patricia. Devoted sister of Helen, the late Madelaine and the late Paul. Mrs. Lippertshauser reposed at the St. James Funeral Home’s South Chapel. A Funeral Service was held on April 29, 2013 at Parish of the Holy Cross in Nesconset. Interment followed at Holy Rood Cemetery. Mrs. Lippertshauser’s funeral arrangements were professionally supervised by the Maher family of the St. James Funeral Home in St. James. Extra copies of OUR TOWN • ST. JAMES are available at the Our Town Office 359 Lake Avenue, St. James, NY 11780 OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 105 – Funerals and Cremations 190 East Main Street Smithtown, NY 11787 (631) 724-9500 www.branchfh.com Family owned and operated by the Vigliante Family Trust. Quality. Affordability. The Branch Funeral Home has graciously served Smithtown families for more than 40 years. We offer personalized tributes, superior services and beautiful facilities. Our dedicated staff is here to help you honor your loved one with a touching funeral service that truly reflects their unique life. -BSHF$IBQFMTt-JWF8FC$BTUJOHt$IJMESFOT1MBZSPPN © adfinity Compassionate caring, personalized service. OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 106 – O B I T U A R I E S Denyse Ann (Pirthauer) Martin Denyse Ann (Pirthauer) Martin, of Marblehead, MA, passed away on April 1, 2013 at the age of 51. She leaves behind her husband Bruce, of 23 years, and their two wonderful children Tyler (21) and Grace (9). She was the daughter of William and Ann Pirthauer of St. James, NY, the sister of Ms. Dawn Pirthauer of New York, NY, sister-in-law of Craig and Regina Martin of east Falmouth, MA, and sisDenyse A. Martin ter-in-law of Neil and Susan Martin of North Falmouth, MA. Denyse cherished life with an independent and determined spirit, always putting idle time to good use. She was a loving and devoted mother. She enjoyed interior decorating, summering on Cape Cod, and her intensive daily workouts at the ‘Y’. She was a former board member of the Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA. Previously, she was a vice president of Human Resources at Susan Bristol, Inc. Denyse graduated from Boston College in 1983. A funeral mass was celebrated at Our Lady Star of the Sea Church in Marblehead on April 6, 2013. Interment followed at Waterside Cemetery, Marblehead, MA. In lieu of flowers, donations in Denyse’s memory would be greatly appreciated to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123 or call 1-800-227-2345. Elsie A. Schillinger elsie A. Schillinger, of St. James, NY, passed away on April 24, 2013 at the age of 93. She was the beloved wife of the late Warren. Cherished mother of Marilynn (Dick) Westney and the late Warren A. Loving grandmother of Laura Westney, Jill Klosky, Kathie Thompson and Nancy Schillinger. Devoted great Elsie A. Schillinger grandmother of Nicholas, ethan, Victoria and Connor. Dear sister of Armin Hirdt. Mrs. Schillinger reposed at the Branch Funeral Home where a religious service was celebrated. Interment followed at Maple Grove Cemetery. Arrangements were entrusted to the professional care of Branch Funeral Home of Smithtown and Vigliante family. Rhys Wass Rhys Wass, longtime resident of Smithtown, LI, passed away on April 19, 2013 at the age of 84. WWII Veteran. Retired engineer from Grumman, Bethpage. Beloved husband of Dorothy. Loving father of Deborah (William) Shields, Susan (Stephen) Rinker and Robert (Lisa) Wass. Cherished Poppy of seven and great grandpa of three. Mr. Wass reposed at the St. James Funeral Home’s South Chapel. A service was held on April 23, 2013 at St. Thomas of Canterbury Church, Smithtown. Interment followed at Pinelawn Memorial Park. Mr. Wass ’s funeral arrangements were professionally supervised by the Maher family of the St. James Funeral Home in St. James. Marissa Mariana Zimmer Marissa Mariana Zimmer of Sound Beach, NY, passed away unexpectedly on April 23, 2013 at the age of 20. Beloved daughter of Joseph and Debra. Loving sister of erik. Devoted granddaughter of John and Shirly Zimmer and Carol and the late Anthony Spagnolo. Adored niece of ed and Michele Zimmer, Laurie and Tom Sanders, Jennie and Mike Lehey, John and Lauren Zimmer, Laurie Spagnolo, Donna and Ron Marissa Mariana Hiscock, Anthony Jr. and Judy Zimmer Spagnolo, Dolores and eddie Hasemann, Jimmy and Christina Spagnolo, eddie and Chrissy Spagnolo, Tracey Spagnolo and Paul. Adored cousin of Kevin, Jamie, Sydney, Wylie, Jesse, Amanda, Katie, Kody, Austin, Rachel, Tommy, Keith, Jamie, Robert, eddie, Denise, Anthony III, emily, Timmy, Tyler, William, Chelsea, Nicholas, Giovanna, Stevie, Summer, Danielle and Christopher Greco. She is survived by many other family members and friends. A Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Anthony of Padua R.C. Chuch Rocky Point, NY. Cremation followed at Washington Memorial Park. Arrangements were entrusted to the professional care of Branch Funeral Home of Miller Place and the Vigliante family. OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 107 – “Personal Attention & Dignified Service-Our Continuing Tradition” St. James Funeral Home, inc. ~ home for Funerals & cremations ~ Kenneth J. Maher owner, licensed manager & director Kerry J. Maher Kenneth J. Maher, Jr. licensed director licensed director ~ in loving memory of aelysche m. maher ~ locations: North Chapel 551 north country road South Chapel 829 middle country road route 25a route 25 - Jericho turnpike st. James office: (631) 584-5200 st. James office: (631)-584-7200 ~ Pre Planning Funeral arrangements available ~ www.stjamesfuneralhome.com OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 108 – T H E Sports Diplomates continued from page 20 in North America, this equates to less than 1/2 of 1 percent. “It was a long arduous road which included many sleepless nights, traveling, practicing and studying. We are extremely proud to hold this coveted distinction and feel honored to be accepted at any game and on any sideline to work alongside the athletic trainers, MD’s, and PT’s in a medical team approach.” Call Dr. Marc and Dr. Hope at 584-8783 for additional information or visit www.truesportcare.com. Snowman continued from page 46 barriers in high, clean jumps.” As Harry and Snowman cleared the last jump, “there was silence in the stands” and then bedlam as the crowd gave the old gray plow horse a “rousing ovation.” (Rutherford Montgomery, op. cit., pp. 70-71.) Snowman had done it. He had competed with some of the finest jumpers on Long Island and he had won. Harry and Johanna de Leyer knew they owned a “potential F I N I S H L I N E champion,” perhaps “even a national champion,” but now they had to prove it. (Philip B. Kunhardt, op. cit., p. 95.) Snowman would get his chance to show that he could out-jump any horse in the nation. More about Snowman next month…. editor’s note: Brad Harris is the town of Smithtown’s official Historian. Brad was a High School Social Studies teacher who spent 30 years teaching in Commack. as Historian he has written many newspaper articles on the history of our town, he has published pamphlets and written histories of Commack, nesconset, St. James, Kings park, Hauppauge and Smithtown Branch. He resides in St. James. Legal-ease continued from page 83 children, subject to court scrutiny, when he easily could leave her his entire estate outright? Dying intestate results in the court having to approve the appointments of the administrator and trustee and, if both parents die leaving minor children, the appointment of a guardian. It also might result in the estate property being distributed contrary to the deceased’s intent. A will gives him control. However, a person who dies with a poorly Celebrating a Special Occasion? Share the news with your friends & neighbors in OUR TOWN... Send your celebration announcement and photo(s) to OUR TOWN CELEBRATIONS 359 Lake Avenue, St. James, NY 11780 (across from 7-11) or email to ourtown@optonline.net There is no charge for this service. For further information, call 631-862-9849. OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 written will often leaves beneficiaries who are anything but jolly. ©2013 Joseph A. Bollhofer, esq. All rights reserved. Ask Ron Villano continued from page 96 peace, as well as you and your husband. Who knows, maybe after all options have been exhausted, a well-researched nursing home might be right for your mother. If the care you have displayed for your mother up until this point is any indicator of the thought you will put into selecting help, I do not doubt that she is in good hands. Be easier on yourself, and try to understand that some things are not meant to be handled alone. editor’s note: ron villano, M.S., lMHC, aSaC, CCH, is the founder and director of family & personal Counseling, located at 872 Middle Country road in St. James. He is an author of the book The Zing, has appeared on national tv, along with daily appearances on the verizon fioS1 network. With offices in St. James, Bohemia and Howard Beach and a staff of 13 therapists from all backgrounds – family & personal Counseling addresses individual and family concerns of all ages. for additional information call 758-8290 or visit www.familyandpersonalCounseling.com and www.ronvillano.com to listen to his featured interviews. – 109 – F.Y.i. I N B R I E F ongoing opportunities, community services and general information A.A. MeeTINGS Alcoholics Anonymous holds more than 400 open meetings each week in Suffolk county. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. All are welcome. A.A. meets every monday and Wednesday, at the St. James methodist church, off Route 25A and moriches Road, in St. James. on mondays a Big Book meeting is held at 6:30 p.m. and a 12-Step meeting is held at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays a Beginners meeting and a Topic meeting is held at 7:30 p.m. meetings are held each Thursday at 7 p.m. at Temple isaiah, 1401 Stony Brook Road, Stony Brook.; each Friday at 9 p.m. at the united methodist church, 792 Hawkins Avenue in lake Ronkonkoma; 3rd Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. grace Baptist church, Hallock Rd., lake grove, and each Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m. at islip Town Beach Pavilion, Rosevale Ave. All meetings are free. if you have further questions or would like a list of other open meetings as well as closed meetings, call 669-1124, 24 hours, 7 days. AMVeT POST #55 MeeTS IN ST. JAMeS AmveT Post #55 meets the second Saturday of each month at the St. James vFW, which is located next to king kullen on lake Avenue. The meetings begin at 9:30 a.m. AmveT membership is open to all men and women who have served honorably in the u.S. Armed Forces, Reserves or National guard including those men and women who are currently serving our country. each AmveT post conducts its own local programs and participates in AmveT-related state and national organization activities. For additional information about AmveT Post #55 in St. James, contact Don cantwell at 265-0180, and attend the meetings on the second Saturday of each month. AMeRICAN LeGION HALL FOR ReNT Tables, chairs, kitchen, bar, heat/Ac; Reasonable Rates. Sherwood Brothers Post 95, lake Avenue, St. James. call Wednesday or Friday in the morning and ask for Tom Swensen. 584-9633 or 5847746. CRISIS HOTLINe ReSPoNSe of Suffolk county, inc. provides a suicide prevention/ crisis intervention hotline, every day, 24-hours-a-day. call anytime if you are feeling sad or desperate, if you are concerned about someone who is, or if you just want to talk with someone who understands and cares. Talking helps. call: 751-7500 ANyTiME CRISIS ONLINe HOTLINe Response of Suffolk county, a 24-hour crisis intervention hotline, now has a new oNliNe crisis counseling service, called Hear2Help. Hear2Help counselors can be reached online monday through Friday afternoons from 3-9 p.m. log on at responsehotline.org 2 FLAG DROP OFF BOxeS IN ST. JAMeS Through the generosity of the St. James Postmaster, reconditioned mail-drop boxes have been painted and placed at two separate locations in St. James. one can be found on the side of the American legion, Sherwood Bros. Hall at 95 lake Avenue, St. James, and another at the side of vFW Post 395, at the south end of the king kullen parking lot for the desposal Flags which are no longer suitable for use. The flags will be properly disposed of with an appropriate ceremony. JeWISH WORSHIP SeRVICeS Temple Beth chai, 870 Townline Road, Hauppauge, a conservative/ egalitarian Synagogue welcomes the community for Sabbath services on Friday evenings at 8 p.m. and Saturday mornings at 9:30 a.m. OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 call the temple office at 724-5807 for directions. MOMS Club The momS club of Smithtown holds its general membership meeting on the first Thursday of the month at 10 a.m. We are a chapter of momS club international and are a support group for the stay-athome mom and the mom who works part time. We have playgroups, park dates, field trips, and mom’s Night out. our chapter serves the Smithtown Township. New members and their children are AlWAYS welcome. For more information please contact Debbie at 631-467-3723. www.momsclub.org SeNIORS WHO CAN’T GeT TO THe LIBRARY... A VAN-TASTiC SOLUTION Through a cooperative effort between The Smithtown library and the Town of Smithtown’s Senior citizens Department, transportation is provided for library visits on regularly scheduled dates or on demand when possible. on days of planned visits, a van from the Smithtown Senior citizens center will take you to any Smithtown library Building. if you need to go to the library when a visit is not planned, call the Senior citizen center’s Transportation Department to inquire about scheduling an individual visit. To arrange to be picked up for a planned visit or to request an individual visit, call the Senior citizen center’s Transportation Department at 265-8811. one week’s notice must be given for a pick up. There is a $1 charge each way for transportation ($2 round trip). VFW POST #395 John W. cooke veterans of Foreign Wars Post 395 meets at 8 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at their Post next to king kullen on lake Avenue in St. James. vFW membership is open to all veterans who have served honorably in foreign conflicts in u.S. Armed forces. For further information, call 8627965. – 110 – C L A S S I F I E D GARAGe SALe – St. James Luthern Church will hold their annual Garage Sale on Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the parking lot of the Church, corner of 2nd and Woodlawn Avenues in St. James to benefit Habitat for Humanity. Vendors are also wanted. For information call Rosemarie at 585-4882 or email roseandlou@aol.com 5/13 PIANO LeSSONS – Beginner piano lessons for children. Flexible hours. $20 for 30 minutes at my home in St. James. Call Christina (18 years old) at 516754-2537. 5/13/mfx GARAGe SALe – Smithtown Lioness will hold their annual Garage Sale on Saturday, May 18 at 1 Cindy Dr., St. James (edgewood to Glenrich, north to Cindy). 9 a.m. (no previews). All proceeds to local charities. Clothing, household items, books, furniture, etc. 5/13 HeLP WANTeD – Outgoing, clear-speaking individual with a great personality wanted for an Inside Tele Sales Rep position for St. James Commercial Cleaning Company and Janitorial Supply. Part time - Flexible hours - Hourly. Please call 631-382-9300 to set up an appointment for an interview. 5/13sf CONDO FOR SALe – SAINT JAMeS PLANTATION – Southport, NC. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, granite counters, stainless appliances, upgrades galore! 4 Golf Courses, 4 Club Houses, Marina, Beach Club. Taxes only $900/yr! $224,000. Call: 631-553-7168 5/13/sjss CAReeR OPPORTUNITY – Looking for 2 experienced salespersons to join our dynamic, local real estate team. Mentoring and coaching program will bring your business to the next level. Reply in confidence to Manager – 631335-7111. 5/13 A D V E R T I S I N G BABYSITTeR 18 years old. Many references, 4 years experience. Flexible hours. Call Christina of St. James at 516-754-2537. 5/13/mfx CAReGIVeRS NeeDeD, Mercy’s H&C Services is looking for caring and compassionate caregivers to assist with non-medical services primarily for the elderly. All types of days/hours available. Please email Catherine your resume at CatherineAKenny@aol.com. 5/13 GeT THe MOST OUT FOR YOUR DIGITAL SLR CAMeRA – If you are interested in learning how to use a digital SLR camera, contact Ken Manwiller of “Laurie Studio – The Art of Photography.” (Remember the “Portrait of the Month”) Private lessons are available. Learn from a pro with over 30 years of experience. Go to www.lauriestudio.com/photolessons for more information. Call Ken at (631) 585-8805 or email ken@lauriestudio.com. 5/13 AMeRICAN LeGION HALL FOR ReNT – The Sherwood Brothers American Legion Post 1152 is looking to rent its hall for all occasions. Reasonable rates, air conditioned, heat, tables, complete kitchen and ample parking. Located at 95 Lake Avenue, St. James. Call Wednesday or Friday in the A.M. Ask for Tom Swensen. 584-9633 or 584-7746. ATTeNTION VeTeRANS – A new group has formed to help veterans and their families who are dealing with PTSD. Do you feel numb and empty? Are you just not the same since you came back home? Join us, at no cost, along with your loved ones. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month at 9 a.m. at the American Legion Hall Post 155, 115 Church Street, Lake Ronkonkoma, NY. Call 631471-0320 or email: simcha54@optonline.net for more information. For advertising information please call 631-862-9849 OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 ReCePTION / MeeTING HALL AVAILABLe FOR USe – St. James United Methodist Church, offers a spacious meeting hall with commercial kitchen for civic and support groups, receptions, clubs, workshops and seminars. The 35’x60’ meeting room has tables, chairs, rest rooms and a grand piano. The Church is located at 532 Moriches Road in Head of the Harbor. expansive parking and handicapped access is provided. Contact the Office at 5845340 for available dates and suggested donations. The SJUMC offers their facilities as a community outreach to the St. James area and welcomes all visitors. VeNDORS WANTeD FOR FAMILY FUN DAY 2013 – The Smithtown Nursery School, 590 North Country Road in St. James will hold a Family Fun Day on Saturday, June 1, 11 a.m.- p.m. 10x10 spaces are available for $30. Call Melissa at 680-8285 or email mipsyrose@aol.com or the school at 584-6767 for additional info. 5/13 VeNDORS WANTeD FOR ST. JAMeS DAY – Craft vendors are wanted for the St. James Chamber of Commerce’s 26th annual ST. JAMeS DAY, Sunday, October 6, 2013 along Lake Avenue. 10-foot spaces are being provided for $125 per space, after 8/15/13 if available - $150 (no exceptions) – bring your own table. St. James Day has been a huge success in the past. Call now for further information and to receive an application to reserve your space, 584-8510 and leave, name, address and phone number on machine. Applications are available on the St. James Chamber website at www.stjameschamber.org. There will be entertainment throughout the day. 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Take The Tour! www.eldridgegang.com regina@eldridgegang.com NISSEQUOGUE – $1,999,000 Beautiful home with 20’ ceilings and over 10,000 sq. ft. of finished space! 8 large bedrooms, 7 full bathrooms, gourmet eat-in-kitchen, walk-out full finished basement and heated in ground pool and jacuzzi. Take The Tour! www.eldridgegang.com regina@eldridgegang.com MT. SINAI – $825,000 Elegant 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom ranch with an open floor plan, kitchen with granite countertops, step down living room, custom wood flooring, private yard. Clubhouse, pool, tennis & golf. Take The Tour! www.eldridgegang.com regina@eldridgegang.com OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 113 – NISSEQUOGUE – $749,000 Traditional colonial on a quiet country lane with beach rights! 2 acre lot, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, hardwood floors, fireplace, spacious loft & full basement. Take The Tour! www.eldridgegang.com regina@eldridgegang.com NESCONSET – $565,000 to $589,000 Country Pointe North Condos (by Browns Rd.). Gated Community, Brookfield Model, 7 rooms, 3 bedrooms, eat-in-kitchen, finished basement, garage, Smithtown SD #1. Low Taxes of $4,900. w/STAR. Call the Maginniss Team! 631-382-8816 SMITHTOWN – $689,000 Large 4 br, 2 bth, Yablonski ranch on 1 acre that backs nature preserve! 2 fireplaces, eat-in kitchen w/stainless steel appl’s, granite countertops, hardwood floors, cac, updated marble bath & more. Take The Tour! www.eldridgegang.com regina@eldridgegang.com ST. JAMES – $999,900 Gorgeous 5000 sq. ft. Castleton Model! 5 bedrooms, gourmet kitchen, hand carved bridal staircase, living room w/fireplace, master suite, full basement & 3 car garage. Tennis courts, pools, gym, clubhouse. Take The Tour! www.eldridgegang.com regina@eldridgegang.com HEAD OF HARBOR – $819,000 Fabulous 4 br, 3.5 bth farm ranch on 2 beautiful & private acres w/gunite pool. Large kit, Fr, walls of windows overlooking grounds, 2 fpls, master suite w/gym, dressing rm & balcony, cul-de-sac. Take The Tour! www.eldridgegang.com regina@eldridgegang.com HEAD OF HARBOR – $1,299,000 Grand 5 br, 5.5 bth home with gourmet kitchen, banquet size dining room, living room with fieldstone fireplace, sunken den, oak floors, master suite, radiant heat, cul-de-sac. Take The Tour! www.eldridgegang.com regina@eldridgegang.com OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 – 114 – D I R E C T O R Y O F A D V E R T I S E R S The following is a list of advertisers who can be found in this issue of Our Town • St. James ACCoUnTAnT Robin A. Masterson, M.B.A. 697-0602 Therése B. Sassone, CPA 686-5833 ARCHITeCT Michael Macrina - Architect 686-6585 ATToRneY Joseph A. Bolhoffer, esq. 291 Lake Avenue 584-0100, 584-2304 Haber & Haber, llP 516-742-7277 631-379-6652 John H. Mulvehill Attorney at law 862-8889 AUDIoloGY long Island Hearing, Inc. 59 Southern Blvd. Nesconset 972-5211, 1-800-698-5200 CAMPS Apex Athletics Summer camp 7 Flowerfield - Suite 14 686-6626 Artsy creativity at Play 438 Lake Avenue 686-6100 Harbor Country Day School Camp & workshops 17 Three Sisters Road 584-5555 CARPeT CleAnInG Sunny Road Rug Cleaners 104 Lake Avenue 584-5160 CHIRoPRACToRS Dr. linda M. Bocchichio 105 Lake Avenue South Nesconset 979-9854 Dr. Raymond A. Semente 265 Lake Avenue 584-7722 AUToMoTIVe SCRAP Mid Island Salvage 667-5048 - Deer Park Dr. Gregory R. Thomaier 338 Lake Avenue 584-8100 AUToMoTIVe/ repair / Parts/Gas Mid Island Auto wreckers 586-6599 - Deer Park True Sport Care, llC 62 Lake Avenue South Nesconset 584-TRUE (8783) St. James Gulf Route 25A & Moriches Rd. 584-5798 CloTHInG J. Michaels Men’s Shop 529 Lake Avenue 686-5488 BAKeRY Alpine Pastry Shoppe 59 Route 111, Smithtown 265-5610 BAnK Roslyn Savings Bank 556 North Country Road 862-4200 BeAUTY Pat’s Place Hair Salon 230 Lake Avenue 862-7023, 584-9644 Scruples ‘Head to Toe’ (NEW LOCATION) 452 Lake Avenue 584-8030 BoUTIQUeS / FURnITURe Julie’s Home & Garden Accessories 529 Lake Avenue 862-8943 MS CUReiosity’s Closet (NEW LOCATION) 529 Lake Avenue 360-CURE (2873) eXTeRMInATInG Scientific exterminating 599 Lake Avenue 265-5252, Fax: 862-7272 Family & Personal Counseling 872 Middle Country Road 758-8290 FInAnCIAl edward Jones Investments Scott Posner, CFP 542 North Country Road 862-2020 Fitness 4 You 176 2nd Street 252-6132 SoundFront Asset Management Richard Masino 584-2283 Synergy wealth Strategies James Verdi, CFP 52 North Country Road Smithtown - 961-5461 FUneRAl HoMeS Branch Funeral Home 190 E. Main Street Smithtown 724-9500 St. James Funeral Home 551 North Country Road 584-5200 829 Middle Country Road 584-7200 GRoCeRY SToRe / CATeRInG Uncle Giuseppe’s Marketplace 95 Route 111, Smithtown 863-0900 HeAlTH / FITneSS Above All Massage Therapy 724-7621 Anne Marie lisa Certified Nutritional Counselor 525-1045 DAnCe Chorus line Dance Studio 380 Lake Avenue 584-7575 Apex Athletics Gymnastics & Fitness 7 Flowerfield - Suite 14 686-6626 eVenTS / ClUBS enTeRTAInMenT George’s Innovative Inflatables 757-0294 Child Advocacy & Parent empowerment Services 542 North Country Road 686-6021 nissequogue Golf Club 21 Golf Club Road 584-7733 Smithtown Central School District Budget Vote Tuesday, May 21 6 a.m. - 9 p.m. Complete Family Care George lehner, M.D. 735 Middle Country Road 656-9200 energy Interactive Fitness Center 555 North Country Road 862-1737 OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 Greco Physical Therapy & Sports Performance 1st Tee Fitness & Performance 430-7 North Country Road 686-6600 light Awakenings Meditation and Beyond 724-9733 Mercy’s Homemaker & Companion Services 584-2001 Shaolin Self Defense Centers 430-08 North Country Rd. 617-5148 Stable GI Probiotics 419-3525 www.StableGI.com HoMe IMPRoVeMenT Autonomousdesign 22 Stonegate 724-7726 Bellagio Kitchens & Baths 791 Middle Country Road 686-6307 DeBlasio Capo DesignBuild 273 Lake Avenue 584-5503 Debus Painting & wallpapering 862-7924 House Perfect Home Improvements 584-7527 Keith’s Painting 202 Smithtown Blvd. Nesconset 672-7510 lakeville Kitchen & Bath 45 Southern Blvd. Nesconset 656-0936 Master Fix It 584-5993 Cell: 516-380-0727 Morecraft Construction 584-7010 – 115 – D I R E C T O R Y Power Pool Care outdoor Kitchens 430-05 North Country Road 979-POOL Scotty’s Masonry 265-4398, 872-1076 Squeaky Clean Property Solutions 387-2156 St. James lumber 547 Lake Avenue 584-5140 Vazac Contracting 333 First Avenue - Suite 1 584-7817 InSURAnCe Allstate Insurance Glenn Marriott 213-1A Lake Avenue 584-4800 State Farm Insurance Jim winter 320 Lake Avenue 584-5929 InTeRIoR DeSIGn / oRGAnIzATIon Creative windows 367 Lake Avenue 366-0212 natalie weinstein Design Associates and Home Decorating Club (NEW LOCATION) 455 Lake Avenue 862-6198, Fax: 862-7834 JewelRY / CoInS St. James Jewelry Shoppe 483 Lake Avenue 862-6775 lAnDSCAPInG Design / Maintenance Tree removal / Competition Tree Service 584-5575 DiGiovanna Brothers landscaping 666-8485 eddie’s Power equipment 553 Lake Avenue 584-6678 emerald Magic lawn Care 286-4600 Homestead landscaping 588-5296 O F R.J.K. Gardens, Inc. 862-7056 Strike Force landscaping 382-9300 A D V E R T I S E R S Marianne Koke Daniel Gale / Sotheby’s 499 Lake Avenue 584-6600, Ext 206 Dave & Rowena nedvin Re/Max Beyond 177 W. Main Street Smithtown 767-5221, 862-1100 lIQUoR & wIne Grape Culture Wine & Spirits 248 Lake Avenue 862-4727 MUSIC leSSonS Drum lessons with John Miceli 240-0690 or email: teachingdrums@yahoo.com oPToMeTRY Stony Brook Vision world 2194A Nesconset Hwy. Stony Brook - 246-5468 PeTS Grooming/Supplies Smithaven Grooming 810 Middle Country Road 656-6033 St. James Dog Grooming 430-2 North Country Road 862-7288 PlUMBInG & HeATInG Falzone & Son Plumbing & Heating 862-6612 Goldstar Plumbing, Heating & A/C 88 Railroad Avenue 584-3839 PRInTInG & InVITATIonS / CARDS Graphics du jour, ltd. 359 Lake Avenue 862-9849 ReAl eSTATe DeBarbieri Associates 406 North Country Road 862-7447 Diane Duffy Daniel Gale / Sotheby’s 499 Lake Avenue 584-6600, Ext 208 Henrietta Homes & Properties 328 Lake Avenue 862-6999 liz Jongebloed DeBarbieri Associates 406 North Country Road 862-7447, 903-0836 Maria orlandi Douglas elliman Real estate 996 Jericho Tpke. Smithtown 697-0474, 858-6955 Reliance Real estate 359 Lake Avenue 862-9000, Fax: 862-2881 Re/Max / Beyond 177 W. Main Street Smithtown 862-1100 Denise Voelker, CBR Daniel Gale / Sotheby’s 499 Lake Avenue 584-6600, Ext 205 ReSTAURAnTS catering / Seafood / Desserts / Ice cream Del Fuego Tex Mex Kitchen & Tequila 429 North Country Road 963-6900 Green Garden Chinese Restaurant 430-13 North Country Road 584-4284, 862-8800 Villa Sorrento 823 Middle Country Road 265-9865 Voila! The Bistro 244 Lake Avenue 584-5686 Yummy Kitchen Chinese Restaurant 479 Lake Avenue 584-3993 SCHoolS / TUToRInG / ConSUlTInG Artsy creativity at Play 438 Lake Avenue 686-6100 Bridge College Consultants PO Box 685, St. James 516-662-1612 Harbor Country Day School 17 Three Sisters Road 584-5555 Homework Time Support & Tutoring 631 Lake Avenue 278-6283 St. James United Methodist nursery 532 Moriches Road 584-9555 Village Presbyterian Pre-School 175 East Main Street, Smithtown - 724-9382 The new York Stuffed Cone Co. 556-18 North Country Rd. 686-6877 SwIMMInG PoolS Installation & Service Best Pool Service 543 Lake Avenue 686-6715 nicky G’s Pizza 244 Lake Avenue 584-6367 Power Pool Care 430-05 North Country Rd. 979-POOL ocean’s Bounty Seafood 415 North Country Road 862-4228 St. James Pool Supply and Service 448 Lake Avenue 406-0183 Patio Pizza 262 Lake Avenue 862-7475 Rocco’s Pizza & Pasta 429 North Country Road 862-1600, fax: 862-6152 St. James Pizza 739 Middle Country Road 979-9600, fax: 979-9610 OUR TOWN • MAY 2013 Sundance Swimming Pools 862-1900 TRAVel executive Fliteways Private Jet Charters 800-533-3363 – 116 – “Your Neighborhood Realtor®” relIaNCe mortgage & real eState 359 lake avenue (across from 7-11) St. James, Ny 11780 (631) 862-9000 william J. garthe www.SearchinglongIslandNy.com listing Broker • Buying Broker we Need New listings to Sell. If you’re planning to sell your home in the near future, please consider Reliance Mortgage & Real Estate as your marketing broker. 631-862-9000 SAYVIlle. Mostly redone 1 BR Ranch. Loft, new kitchen cabinets, updated bath on dead end street. Sayville Schools. $299,000. lake Grove. 1/2 acre building lot, cul-de-sac. $235,000. CoMMErCiAl 1.82 ACRe PRoPeRTY & BUSIneSS $1,340,000. SYoSSeT. New to market. Split level 3 BR, 2 bath home on .23 acre. $499,000. iN CoNTrACT Sold Sold Sold 201 Cambon Ave. $583,000 9 Hope Place $610,000 Call for info. FoR SAle: ST. JAMeS CoMMeRCIAl. 100% occupied investment center. $777,000. For more information on these listings visit www.SearchinglongIslandNy.com OUR TOWN • MAY 2013