APRIL 2007 Volume 20 Number 6 Keeping you up to date on SALES, HAPPENINGS Our Town & PEOPLE • • • • • • In Our Town - St. James S T J A M E S PUBLISHED MONTHLY
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IN THIS ISSUE
MERCHANT SPOTLIGHT Dr. James F. Donahue, D.D.S. Our Town &Dr. Michael E. Segnini, D.D.S. ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ General & Cosmetic Dentistry ...... 4 S T J A M E S AROUND TOWN Spring Rummage Sale ...... 6 STAFF Viking Auction ...... 10 Sunrise Fund Walk-A-Thon ...... 14 & 15 Ruth Garthe ...... Editor IN THE NEWS Robin Clark . . . . . Associate Editor Little Shelter Walk-A-Thon ...... 26 Debra Vessa-Cleary Feature Writer The Run for Friends of Karen ...... 28 William Garthe ...... Advertising POSTAL CORNER ...... 30 Sales ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT LISCA’s Spring Choral Concert ...... 34 Events at the St. James General Store ...... 34 & 36 OUR TOWN What’s Happening at the Mills Pond House Gallery ...... 36 & 38 Smithtown Performing Arts Center ...... 40 ÐST. JAMES Ð On Stage at Staller Center ...... 42 is a monthly publication produced Staller Center Free Concerts ...... 44 exclusively for the people of POET’S CORNER ...... 44 St. James, Nissequogue and EDUCATIONAL ENTERTAINMENT Head of the Harbor, L.I., N.Y. E.C.S.S. Programs ...... 46 & 48 Programs at the Library ...... 50-57 Call 862-9849 for Advertising & Copy Deadline HOME & GARDEN Design Ideas/Home Decorating Club...... 58-59 OUR TOWN is mailed directly to Realty Wise ...... 60-62 every residence & business in the What to Do After a Flood...... 63 11780 zip code area Collector’s Corner ...... 64-65 (6459 total copies mailed) Naturally Speaking...... 66-68 St. James Post Office Permit #10 FINANCIAL SAVVY St. James, NY 11780 Money Matters ...... 70-71 Mortgage Matters ...... 72 Published by Planning for the Future ...... 74 Graphics du jour, Ltd. COLLEGE TIPS ...... 76 359 Lake Ave., St. James, NY 11780 631-862-9849 / Fax: 631-862-9839 SCHOOL NEWS / ADULT EDUCATION ...... 77-80, 82 email: [email protected] SPORTS ...... 83-84 website: www.ourtownstjames.com HEALTH NOTES ...... 86 Not responsible for typographical errors. BEAUTY TIPS ...... 87-88 We reserve the right at our sole discretion to edit or refuse to print editorial or advertising material CELEBRATIONS...... 89-90 deemed detrimental to Our Town’s public image or unsuitable for its readers. Advertising is offered only SPRING EGG HUNT ...... 92-93 to those who live in, or have a business in, St. James, ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE ...... 94-98 Nissequogue or Head of the Harbor, or any business offering services not available in said area. OBITUARIES ...... 100 Copyright © 2007 F.Y.I...... 102-103 Graphics du jour, Ltd. CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING ...... 104-105 All Rights Reserved DIRECTORY OF ADVERTISERS ...... 106-107
PLEASE NOTE: Advertising & Editorial Deadline for the MAY edition of OUR TOWN • ST. JAMES is THURSDAY, MAY 10, 2007 - 12 NOON. Distribution takes place on Wednesday, May 23, 2007.
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Dr. James F. Donahue, D.D.S. & Dr. Michael E. Segnini, D.D.S. General & Cosmetic Dentistry 587 Lake Avenue, St James, NY 11780 584-5330 by Debra Vessa-Cleary dental services. The While Botox and noninvasive digital age has come surgery are becoming the new to the dental office in standards for cosmetic medical the form of laser cavi- enhancements, the dental indus- ty diagnosis, digital x- try has come up with some inno- rays, and digitally vative technology of its own. In manufactured high fact, recent diagnostic tech- quality CEREC porce- niques and new dental proce- lain restorations. dures can create whiter smiles, “The dental simplify straightening teeth, and patients experience in provide superior dental treat- our office is markedly ment. New technologies are giv- different from what it ing Doctors James Donahue and was five or ten years Michael Segnini – not to men- ago,” says Dr. tion the patients in their St. Donahue. “We no Dr. Michael Segnini (L) and Dr. James Donahue. James dental practice – all the longer look at dental more to smile about. x-ray films to diag- Serving the St. James commu- nose dental disease. “We are privileged to be able nity for almost 25 years, St. We bring up our digital x-ray to continue the dental practice James resident Dr. James F. image on the computer screen. It that my father started here 50 Donahue (son of Dr. James L. is faster, more accurate, and years ago. I can look out of my Donahue who started the prac- exposes the patient to significant- office window and see my tice in 1957) was joined by Dr. ly less radiation.” kindergarten classroom across Segnini eight years ago. Their “The CEREC technology has the street,” says Dr. Donahue. dental office, located diagonally been a great addition to our “We try to merge the newest across from the St. James office,“ adds Dr. Segnini. We are techniques in the field with the Elementary School on the corner able to digitally capture and traditional caring patient rela- of Lake Avenue and Maple manipulate the form of a tionship that this practice has Drive, provides standard dental patient’s damaged tooth and, always been known for.” procedures as well as both one- with the aid of a computer, fab- “Having grown up in the hour and home-teeth whitening, ricate a crown or onlay restoring area,” states Dr. Michael porcelain veneers, and clear the tooth to its natural function Segnini, “it’s great to join such aligner Invisalign orthodontics. and beauty. Using CAD/CAM an amazing health care team. Perhaps most impressive, (Computer Aided Design/ With the latest technology we however, is their use of high Computer Aided Manufacture) can provide quality dentistry in a technology in the delivery of technology we can do this in caring and comfortable environ- one visit. No more waiting for ment. Stop by and meet our the crown and dealing with highly qualified and compassion- impressions or temporaries.” ate team.” Besides their interest in pro- Office hours are: Monday & gressive dental technology, Wednesday, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Doctors Donahue and Segnini Tuesday 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m., say they also enjoy sharing their Thursday 1-8 p.m., Friday 8:30 knowledge of dentistry by volun- a.m.-2 p.m., Saturdays 8:30 teering as attending faculty at the a.m.-1 p.m. Please call for an Dental Clinic at St. Charles appointment. Hospital in Port Jefferson. What is it about dentistry that Editor’s note: Debra Vessa-Cleary is a they love so much? freelance writer who lives in St. James.
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Spring Rummage and Plant Sale Set for April 28 A Spring Rummage and Plant A Bag Sale will begin at 1:30 Sale will take place on Saturday, p.m. Leftover items will be April 28, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at shared with other charitable the St. James United Methodist organizations. Refreshments will Church, 532 Moriches Road in be available. St. James. Gently used clothing for infants to adults, household For more information, please items, tools, bric-a-brac, toys, call the church office, Monday books, etc. will be offered for sale through Friday, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 at great low prices. p.m. at 584-5340. Lia Sophia Names Top Sales Advisor in St. James Lia Sophia, a unique direct earned this prestigious accom- who stay on track in the first four selling opportunity offering fash- plishment in her first 15 weeks by months in business. ion jewelry through personalized attaining certain sales levels and For more information or to in-home demonstrations, recently by sharing Lia Sophia with other schedule a home demonstration, announced top honors for its new advisors. contact Christine Caputo at Excellent Beginnings Program All new Lia Sophia advisors [email protected] Achievers for their outstanding have the opportunity to increase For further information, visit sales accomplishments and pro- their earnings and earn free jew- www.liasophia.com or call 1- fessionalism. Having just joined elry as part of the Excellent 800-487-3323. the fashion jewelry business, Beginnings Program. The plan Christine Caputo of St. James has celebrates the success of advisors
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Kids Helping Kids
St. James Elementary 5th grade Student Council members delivered Easter baskets to children receiving cancer treatment at the new Ambulatory Care Pavilion at Stony Brook University Hospital which opened its doors to cancer patients this past February. Pictured with the students are St. James Elemen- tary teachers Mrs. Baker and Mrs. Darcy; hosts from SBUH are Debra Giugliano, PNP (absent from picture); Jeanne Greenfield, PNP; and Trish Murray RN, Nurse Manager.
Please help the students’ continued support for the Pediatric Oncology Program at Stony Brook University Hospital by participating in the 5th Annual Sunrise Walk-A-Thon on May 6 at 9 a.m. You can also visit Ben & Jerry’s (Smithtown) on Wednesday night April 11 from 4-8 p.m. and McDonald’s (St. James) on Wednesday night May 2, from 5-7 p.m. These generous merchants will donate up to 20% of the proceeds to the Sunrise Fund. For additional information contact St. James Elementary at 382-4455.
ST. JAMES THE SMITHTOWN TEACHERS’ ASSOCIATION RT. 25A & MORICHES RD., ST. JAMES 584-5798 would like to remind everyone to $5.00 Off Support Our Students OIL CHANGE, LUBE & FILTER on MAY 15,2007 1/2 Price with a TIRE ROTATION With Oil Change “YES” vote Coupon must be presented before oil change MOST CARS ¥ EXPIRES 5/22/07
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St. James Homemakers The Viking Auction Unit #44 Set for April 20
Invites New Members The Viking Auction, The St. James Homemakers are a terrific group of presented by the St. local women, who are not only friendly but quite tal- James Sons of Norway ented. They truly enjoy being part of the St. James/ Loyal Lodge No. 252, Smithtown community and are presently getting ready will be held on Friday, for their annual Achievement Day. April 20 at 7 p.m. at the Sons of Norway Hall, As in the past they would like to invite local women located on the corner of to come and visit and see what their club is all about. 7th Street and 4th If you love crafts, community and service projects, or Avenue in St. James. just plain fun and good company, visit them on Admission is $6 at Wednesday, May 23 at the St. James Lutheran Church the door and $3 for from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Refreshments will be served. extra cards. Refresh- Come and see the accomplishments of this club and ments will be served. what they hope to do in the future. All members are For additional informa- encouraged to bring a guest or two – a prize awaits to tion, please call 862- the one who can introduce the club to the most new 8185. members. The St. James Homemakers are always look- ing to welcome new members, so bring your helpful hints and new ideas, and make this club the best ever. For further information, please call 584-7745 or 862-8945. See you there.
OUR TOWN • APRIL 2007 – 11 – Come See Us for Good Quality Old Fashioned Service PENNEY’S North Country Car Care Center 545 ROUTE 25A, ST. JAMES, NY 11780 862-9663 Family Owned & Operated • Brian & Theresa Barton motive NOW OPEN Auto Spe MON. & WED. LUBE, OIL r cia TIL 8 PM ou li & FILTER Y st FOR REPAIRS Up to 5 Qts of Oil $ (Syn. Oil & Cart. Filters slightly higher) 5 OFF $24.95 OIL CHANGE Most Cars & Trucks Mon. & Wed. from 5-8 PM Since 1912 COOLING SYSTEM FREE SERVICE Brake Inspect Hoses & Belts Up to 2 Gal. Antifreeze Inspection (Dexcool slightly higher) Check Complete Brake System: Pads, Shoes, Drums, $49.95 Rotors, Hoses Most Cars and SUVs Visit Our TIRE MINI MART for All Fairfield ROTATION Fresh Coffee • Soda Residents & WHEEL Milk • Candy • Eggs We will gladly BALANCE Cigarettes pick up & drop off (Dual Wheel Static Balancing Newsday slightly higher) your vehicle $39.95 NEW WAITING ROOM 10% OFF PRESSURE Inspections & Oil Changes MONITORS ALL REPAIRS $69.95 While You Wait! Excluding Oil Changes
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Tru Salon Named ‘One of the Nation’s Fastest Growing Salons’ by Salon Today St. James’ Tru Salon, owned by spa treatments; 2) It generated Cheryl and Brian Duignan, was gross annual sales revenues of at named one of the 200 fastest- least $100,000; 3) The salon’s growing salons by Salon Today revenues were greater in 2005 magazine, a top business publi- than 2004, and projected to be cation for the professional beauty even higher in 2006; 4) The industry. This is the second year owner charted his or her business in a row that Tru Salon has gar- financial growth for the past three nered this prestigious recogni- years and shared information tion. about the service and product The magazine’s tenth annual categories that fueled the salon’s Salon Today 200 profiled the growth; and 5) The applicant sub- selected salons in its January mitted financial documentation, 2007 issue. The 200 salons were such as a tax return or certified selected from applications sub- letter from an accountant, to ver- mitted by Salon Today readers, ify revenues. who represent the 25,000 top- of Salon Today. “Salon Today 200 Growth-oriented salons of producing salons in the country. owners keep their businesses every type and size participated The magazine honored the appli- competitive in a tough market and were showcased in the issue. cants who posted the highest while continuing to provide top To help the magazine’s readers increases in gross sales between education for their employees benchmark their own businesses 2004 and 2005, and who were and the best services to their against the honorees, the Salon on track to increase sales signifi- clients.” Today 200 coverage was broken cantly in 2006. For a salon to be named to the down into four revenue cate- “The tenth annual issue of the Salon Today 200, it had to meet gories: 38 were profiled in the Salon Today 200 continues the the following criteria: 1) The $100,000 to $499,999 category; tradition of featuring salons with salon is a provider of professional 62 were profiled in the $500,000 excellent customer service, client salon services including one, or to $999,999 category; 60 were retention and growth strategies,” more, of the following: hair care, profiled in the $1 million to said Laurel Smoke, editor-in-chief nail care, skin care, body care or continued on page 99
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St. James Elementary to Host Walk-a-Thon to Benefit Sunrise Fund at Stony Brook University Hospital Students at the St. James Elementary School will host the 5th Annual Walk-a-Thon on Sunday, May 6 as part of a “Children Helping Children” campaign to benefit the Sunrise Fund at Stony Brook University Hospital. The Sunrise Fund (www.sunrisefund.org) supports the Pediatric Oncology program at Stony Brook University Hospital. Come give a voice to the children who are not heard. Hundreds of children, parents, community mem- bers, and staff from Stony Brook University Hospital are expected to participate in the two-mile walk, which begins at the school on Lake Avenue in St. James. The walk begins at 9 a.m. Registration is $15 for individuals and $20 for a family, or free with a completed sponsor sheet. Registration takes place at 8 a.m. the day of the event. To obtain a sponsor sheet and additional infor- mation, please call (631) 382-4455. Come to the after party for great raffles and enter- tainment. A special thanks to Bank of Smithtown, Alpine Bakery, Garguilo’s Bakery, Winters Bros.- Waste Systems and all community members for their generous support. In the event of rain, the walk will be held in the St. James Elementary School gym.
Contributions to the Sunrise Fund may also be made by check. Contributions should be made out to the Sunrise Fund at Stony Brook and sent to:
St. James Elementary School, c/o the Sunrise Fund Committee 580 Lake Avenue, St. James, NY 11790
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When: Sunday, May 6, 2007 Where: St. James Elementary School 580 Lake Ave., St. James In the event of rain, the walk will be held in the St. James Elementary School Gym Registration: 8 a.m. Walk begins at 9 a.m. sharp. Registration Fee: $15 individual $20 family or free with completed sponsor sheet Great
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OUR TOWN • APRIL 2007 – 16 – Henrietta Homes AND PROPERTIES, INC. 328 Lake Avenue, St. James, NY 11780 • 862-6999 Diagonally across from the St. James Post Office
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SMITHTOWN. North of 25A. Gorgeous Hi Ranch with new ST JAMES. Gorgeous Damin Park ST. JAMES. Superb Richie Court Silestone EIK, all new windows, Ranch on flat .55 acre with heated location! 4 BR, 3 bath Colonial with gorgeous stonework landscaping, IGP. Diamond 4 BR 2.5 bath, fin. 1st floor apt. for mom, with BR, EIK, new heated IGP, CAC and decent bsmnt., 2 car garage. $719,000. LR, bath, 2 car garage. $599,000. taxes! Super location! $549,990.
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Melissa Wickard, Fred Coglietta, Licensed Sales Agent Licensed Sales Agent
My husband and I purchased a I have resided in St. James for home in St. James years ago. over 20 years and have personal I started selling real estate part experience and knowledge of the time as I was a full time teacher. Smithtown School District, its I loved real estate so much that I neighborhoods and surrounding realized I wanted to pursue it as areas. I have 10 years experience a career full time. And that's in sales, specializing in various exactly what I did! Finding the types of home improvements right place to live and work has including windows, siding, roofing truly changed my life. I enjoy my career so much and home structures. I will do the best I can to help because I love helping other people buy and sell their you find your ideal home. If you are selling your homes. So if you're ready to make a move or look for home, I will do my best to meet needs and coordinate a home, give me a call. with your busy schedule. If you are seeking to sell or purchase a property, please contact me. I look forward to working with you. Denise McMahon, Licensed Sales Agent Kathleen Gautier, I have been a lifelong resident of Licensed Sales Agent St. James. I grew up in Head of the Harbor with summers filled A few years ago I found my true with swimming and fishing in the calling, Real Estate! I have sever- L.I. Sound, riding our bikes to the al years of experience as a General Store or walking to town Realtor and a vast knowledge of to get an egg cream from the our town and it's neighboring Sugar Bowl. Two days after hav- communities. I have worked in St. ing our son Nick in 1996, we James since the mid-eighties and closed on our home in St. James which we purchased enjoy the atmosphere of the through our local Brokers, Joe and Mary Jean North Shore. Frankly, I love this Kronwitt. After taking some time off to raise our son, job! Come share my joy and let me help you find what I knew it was time to go into a business that I have you are looking for. Be it an apartment rental, down always loved. I love working at Henrietta Homes and sizing to a condo, moving up from your present home being part of a family that loves St. James as much or just looking to move into our great neighborhood as I do. I would really enjoy helping you find your and live in the home of your dreams, my enthusiasm dream home and share some of the wonderful things and motivation can't be beat! that we love about living in one of the nicest areas of Long Island.
All of us at Henrietta Homes and Properties, Inc., welcome these superb realtors into our office. Thanks to the trust and confidence of our wonderful neighbors and friends, Henrietta Homes continues to grow and prosper. Along with our newest Agents, please call any of our other very fine Realtors for any of your real estate matters. Denise Koke, Associate Broker Katie Lynch, LSA Ellen Simeti, LSA Adele Cornell, Associate Broker Maureen Akerberg, LSA Salvatore Esposito, LSA Caroline Cascione, LSA Rosemarie Sambuco, LSA Antoinette Lubrano, LSA Josephine Meringolo, LSA Paul Vigliante, LSA Mary Jean Kronwitt, Broker Marie Kramer, LSA Christopher Lamberti, LSA Joseph Kronwitt, Broker Ronni Sollazzo, LSA Kenneth Anello, LSA
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Local Funeral Director Attends Trade Show Author Thomas Lynch Guest Speaker On March 27, 2007, Kerry J. Maher of the St. James Funeral Home attended the Nassau Suffolk Funeral Directors Trade Show, where she is a board member. A special guest appear- ance by internationally-known author, poet and speaker Thomas Lynch was one of the highlights of the event which concluded with a book signing of three of his most popular books. Amazon.com calls Thomas Lynch: “The Most Celebrated Funeral Director In America.” Alan Ball calls him: “a brilliant soulful writer” and credits his books as a strong influence on his HBO series “Six Feet Under.” Funeral directors and care- givers nationwide look to Lynch Pictured (L-R): Victor LoGiudice (board member of NSFDA), author and admire his knowledge of Thomas Lynch and Kerry Maher of the St. James Funeral Home (board continued on page 20 member of NSFDA).
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Celebrating Our 25th Year
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Deborah’s personal note: Thank you to all our clients, customers, neighbors, friends and family. Your support and trust have made this expansion possible!
To all our builders, contractors, artisans and reps: Thank you for your pride in quality workmanship, your reliability, promptness and general hard work! ...It takes a village!
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Local Funeral Director Attends Trade Show continued from page 18 funeral service. He presently owns and operates the funeral firm Lynch & Sons in Milford, Michigan. His book, “The Undertaking” won so many national awards that it has been translated into eight languages. His subsequent books, among them “Bodies at Motion and At Rest” and “Booking Passage,” have received tremendous critical acclaim and sold heavily internationally. He writes for scores of newspapers and maga- zines, and appears on numerous TV and radio shows. Thomas Lynch gave seminars regarding his experience as a funeral director and an author. One of his seminars, “The Caregivers” was geared for the clergy, nurses and others in the medical field. Among the clergy members attending was, the new Rector from the St. James Episcopal Church, Raewynne J. Whiteley. Rev. Whiteley was invited to this uplifting experience by the St. James Funeral Home. Thomas Lynch is pictured with the new St. James Episcopal Church Rector Raewynne J. Whiteley.
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OUR TOWN • APRIL 2007 – 21 – Happy Mother’s Day Hi! Hi! My name is Jack and I go My name is Alec to St. James Elementary 400 LAKE AVENUE • ST. JAMES and I want to School. My daddy know why you volunteers to help his 584-3750 insist on paying neighbors . We want you Family Owned & Operated 25-50% more as our customers! Since 1979 No jibberish here – for less quality Got just plain talk! SHIRTS Spots? Always Just 99¢ With incoming dry cleaning of $8.50 or more. SUPER
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Paris Rose Yates Performs in King Lear St. James resident Paris Rose and Allison Pill, directed by Joe Yates, a 6th grader at Nesaquake Mantello (director of Wicked). Middle School, was back in New Unfortunately Paris had to turn York City playing Young Goneril down the role in “Blackbird” due in the off-Broadway production of to a conflict with the King Lear “King Lear” starring Kevin Kline schedule. and directed by James Lapine Congratulations to Paris from (multiple Tony Award winning your family and friends who wish director) at the Public Theater. you continued success in your Previews of King Lear began on acting career! February 9 and the show opened on March 4 with seven to eight shows a week. Due to the whole run being sold out through March 18 the show was extended through March 25! Opening night was followed by a cast party. Other notable per- formers in the show included Larry Bryggman, Michael Cerveris, Logan Marshall-Green, Timothy Stickney and Brian Avers. To see photos from the Pictured above is Paris Rose Yates opening night cast party you can and Kevin Kline and, left, go to www.broadwayworld.com with James Lapine and type in KING LEAR OPENING (director of King Lear). NIGHT PHOTO COVERAGE. Paris was also cast in the Manhattan Theater Club’s pro- duction of David Harrower’s “Blackbird” starring Jeff Daniels
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Little Shelter to Hold Walk-A-Thon at Mall on April 22 Take steps to help Little Shelter save homeless, abused and abandoned animals by joining their 6th Annual Walk For Their Lives at Smith Haven Mall (enter through the TGIF’s entrance when joining the festivities) on Sunday, April 22. The Walk is for peo- ple only... sorry no pets. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and the walk begins at 9 a.m. Activities include music, give- aways, face painting, Jill the performing Yorkie, and a magic show. All proceeds benefit Little Shelter – a nonprofit, no-kill animal shelter located in Huntington. The shelter is dedicated to saving the lives of homeless and abandoned dogs and cats. Each year approximately 2,000 animals are placed Shelter T-shirt. There will be additional prizes for into loving homes. the highest fundraisers. You can get a sponsor sheet Ask family and friends to from their website at www.littleshelter.com. If you sponsor your walk for a spe- can’t walk and would like to make a donation, send cific amount of money. Walk your check to Little Shelter Animal Rescue, 33 alone or form a group. Warner Road, Huntington, NY 11743 – it would be Anybody who raises $50 or much appreciated. For more information, call Little more will receive a Little Shelter at 368-8770, ext. 205 or 206. LONGO’S LANDSCAPING, INC. Family Owned & Operated Since 1982 Landscape Design $150 OFF Ponds & Waterfalls Any Landscaping or All Phases of Masonry Masonry Project Over $1,500 LONGO’S - 862-8605 Bobcat Services With this coupon. Not valid with other offers or prior services. Offer cannot be combined. Exp. 5/22/07 Tree Services Complete Ground Maintenance $500 OFF Any Landscaping or Masonry Project Over $3,500 CALL NOW FOR A LONGO’S - 862-8605 With this coupon. Not valid with other offers or FREE ESTIMATE prior services. Offer cannot be combined. Exp. 5/22/07 $700 OFF 631-862-8605 Any Landscaping or www.LongosLandscaping.com Masonry Project Over $10,000 LONGO’S - 862-8605 Nick Longo & Carmine Longo, Presidents & Owners With this coupon. Not valid with other offers or Licensed & Insured prior services. Offer cannot be combined. Exp. 5/22/07
OUR TOWN • APRIL 2007 – 27 – Mauricio’s Orlando’s II of St. James is Proud to Invite you to visit his Wife Martha and Son Mauricio’s New Restaurant
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OUR TOWN • APRIL 2007 – 30 – POSTAL CORNER USPS Letter Carriers Food Drive 2007 15th Annual One-Day Food Drive submitted by the Labor, AFL-CIO, for the largest next to your mailbox for collec- St. James Post Office national one-day food drive on tion by your letter carrier or bring Got a Mailbox? As part of the Saturday, May 12. a food donation to your local post 15th annual national effort to col- Last year, the Long Island office. lect food for the hungry, the Long NALC collected more than one If you would like to help sort Island National Association of million pounds of food and since and pack food, call the Long Letter Carriers and the U.S. Postal 1995 has collected more than Island Volunteer Center at Service have joined with United 14.8 million pounds to help Long 1.800.VOLUNTEER or register Way of Long Island, Island Islanders in need. online at www.longislandvolun- Harvest, Long Island Cares, The Support your neighbors in teercenter.org or www.1800vol- Interfaith Nutrition Network, the need and help STAMP OUT unteer.org. For more information, Long Island Volunteer Center and HUNGER. On Saturday, May 12, visit www.unitedwayli.org. the Long Island Federation of leave non-perishable food items “Forever Stamp” On Sale Now Postal Rate Increase Effective May 14, 2007 Effective May 14, 2007 postal additional ounce. Postcards will first class one ounce letters, rates for first class mail (1 oz. let- go from 24¢ to 26¢. regardless of future price increas- ters) will go from 39¢ to 41¢ and NOW THE GOOD NEWS... es. 17¢ for each additional ounce. the Post Office has introduced for The new “FOREVER” stamp, Large envelopes will be 80¢ for the first time a 41¢ “FOREVER” which is on sale now at the St. the first ounce and 17¢ for each stamp that is good indefinitely on continued on page 99 LET US MAKE EVERY DAY A GOOD HAIR DAY!
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LISCA’s Spring Choral Concert The Long Island Symphonic Requiem and F. Poulenc’s Stabat Choral Association (LISCA) will Mater. present a Choral Concert on Tickets at $20 general admis- Saturday, May 5, at 8 p.m. at the sion and $15 for seniors, are Three Village Church, Route 25A available at Three Village Music in East Setauket, (just east of Shoppe in Setauket and A Gift of HSBC) – note this is a new venue Faith, 211 Main Street in Port for their concerts. and conducted by Gregg Smith Jefferson, as well as at the door. The 60-voice chorus will be and Thomas Schmidt for the per- For additional information, call joined by professional solosits formance of W.A. Mozart’s 751-2743 or 941-9431. History of Books and Appraisals at St. James General Store The Suffolk County Parks Mr. Gonzales, owner of The St. James General Store is Department and the St. James Somewhere in Time Books in St. owned and operated by the General Store will host a free dis- James, has more than 25 years County of Suffolk and is adminis- cussion on the history of books experience in the field of old, tered as an Historic Trust with St. James book dealer Jean used and rare books. A member Landmark of the Suffolk County Gonzales on Sunday, April 22, of the C.W. Post Library Department of Parks, Division of from 1-3 p.m. at the St. James Association, he has appeared on Historic Services. General Store, 516 Moriches Antiques Show and Tell and has Ample parking is available. For Road in St. James. Mr. Gonzales been a guest speaker for the L.I. further information, call the store will also appraise up to three Antiquarian Book Dealers Associ- at 854-3740. books free of charge per visitor. ation.
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Book Signing at the St. James General Store NEW BOOK REVEALS L.I.’S STORIES OF THE PARANORMAL The Suffolk County Parks p.m. at the St. James General normal activities throughout Department and the St. James Store, 516 Moriches Road in St. Nassau and Suffolk Counties. General Store will host a free James. The 30 tales that make up Ms. book signing by noted historian, With the assistance of paranor- Brosky’s book “Ghosts of Long author and photographer Kerri- mal investigator Joe Giaquinto, Island: Stories of the Paranor- ann Flanagan Brosky on Satur- who will also be in attendance, mal,” range from accounts of day, April 28, from 12 noon to 2 Ms. Brosky has uncovered para- haunted mansions of the Island’s famed Gold Coast to the stories that surround the Fire Island Lighthouse on the South Shore d and an abandoned yet mysteri- ously “occupied” 19th century windmill in The Hamptons. In The Ultimate Party addition, there are farmhouses, d inns, cemeteries, trails and a lake – each with a haunted story to tell. Through historical research, Rental Excitement!d photographs, eyewitness accounts Choose from a large assortment and local lore, Ms. Brosky, brings d d these locations and tales to life in of unique inflatables from vibrant detail. 4-in-1 Combo Bouncers to a d Ample parking is available. For 360° Obstacle Course. d further information, call the store We have 30 different at 854-3740. inflatables – Mickey’s d Club one for any age Jazz in the (2 years-Adult). Any event: Parties, Living Room School Fairs, The Smithtown Township Arts Town Fairs, d Council invites you to come listen Block Parties. or participate in a jazz improvisa- tion jam at the Mills Pond House, 660 Route 25A in St. James, with L.I. musician Ranny Reeve. After • Dunk Tank a series of Jazz in the Living d Room jazz improvisation jam ses- • Popcorn d sions, in which audience mem- bers are invited to participate, • Ice Kone there will be a concert in which d d participants demonstrate their • Cotton Candy and much more! improvisation skills. d Improvisation sessions will be d d d held on Fridays, April 27 and and May 18 at 7:30 p.m. Admission d is free for listeners and $5 for d George’s d those who play in the jam ses- sion. A group performance concert where improv session partici- Innovative Inflatables pants will show off their talents will be held on Friday, June 15 at qe7:30 p.m. Admission is free for 631-862-8736 participants and $5 for listeners. For additional information and www.georgesinnovativeinflatables.com to reserve a space call 862-6575.
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What’s Happening at the Mills Pond House Gallery The Mills Pond House Gallery, located at 660 862-6575. Route 25A, St. James, is dedicated to exhibiting the The Smithtown Township Arts Council is an inde- work of local, regional, and national artists and is pendent, not-for-profit, community arts organization. open to the public Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. EXHIBIT SPONSORSHIPS are available for many exhibits, to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 12 noon concerts and workshops. If you are interested in to 5 p.m. Admission is free. For additional informa- sponsoring one of their innovative exhibitions or tion call the Smithtown Township Arts Council at programs, call 862-6575.
APRIL 12-June 15 and “My Favorite Long Island -May 4 Youth Art Showcase 2007: The Store” Poster Contest. 28th Annual Juried Faces and Places of Long Island Photography Exhibition and “My Favorite Long Island 6-July 14 Store” Poster Contest. Juried Fine Art Exhibition 27 Jazz in the Living Room improv 18 15 session, 7:30 p.m. Free to listen; Jazz in the Living Room improv Jazz in the Living Room Group $5 to play. session, 7:30 p.m. Free to listen; Performance Evening, 7:30 p.m. $5 to play. Free to play; $5 to listen.
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On Stage at Smithtown Performing Arts Center The Smithtown Performing Arts reservations. Jewish traditions while all around Center, located at 2 East Main him the world changes, day by 2007 SEASON Street in Smithtown, brings pro- day. His three daughters marry PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE fessional live entertainment to our men he considers more and more backyard at affordable prices. Through April 29, 2007 unacceptable, and the ruling Ticket prices range from $22- FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Russian government’s anti- $30, group rates available. Call Ukrainian milkman Tevye Semitism threatens to drive him the box office at 724-3700 for clings desperately to the old from his home. Tickets: $26-$30
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On Stage at Staller Center... Smithtown There’s always something ther information call the music Performing Arts happening at the Staller department at 632-7330. Center, University at Stony Upcoming events at Staller Center Brook. The following programs Center at SUNY Stony Brook: continued from page 30 are being offered for your enjoyment. Box Office hours Music For A Spring Evening downstairs from his barbershop, and are 12 noon to 6 p.m., Wednesday, April 18, 8 p.m. sets out to seek revenge. Monday through Saturday and Recital hall, $32 Tickets: $26-$30 1-hour before ticketed per- Classical concert. formances. For tickets and Subscription plans available at sub- information, call the Box Romeo and Juliet stantial savings. Call the box office at Office at 632-ARTS (2787). Aquila Theatre Company 724-3700 more information. Tickets can also be purchased Saturday, April 28, 8 p.m. Become a member and save with 24 hours a day at Main Stage, $32 additional benefits. Annual member- www.STALLERCENTER.COM. Shakespeare’s unmatchable ship is $75 and a lifetime membership The University Art Gallery vision of uncompromising is $300. Benefits include additional hours are 12 noon to 4 p.m., true love. 10% discount on the purchase of tick- Tuesday through Friday and 7- ets to any performance or subscription 9 p.m. on Saturday. For further Lazer Vaudeville package, preferred status for seating, information about Art Gallery Not Just for Kids 20% discount on program advertising, shows call 632-7240. Sunday, May 6, 1 p.m., 4 listing on members page in program The Department of Music p.m. and newsletter, discounts for rental of features numerous perform- Main Stage, $10 the facility for personal or business use, ances throughout the year with A fun and exciting one-hour and much more. over 150 FREE recitals. For fur- show for the entire family.
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Programs at Environmental Centers of Setauket-Smithtown The Environmental Centers of wonderful art program so if your Earth Investigators Setauket-Smithtown will hold the child has an interest in art, con- July 9-13 following programs at the sider enrolling him or her in this August 20-24 Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 class. Please call to reserve. Fees: $220/members Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown $250/non-members unless otherwise noted. Pre-reg- istration is required for ALL PRO- Nature and the Arts GRAMS. Call 979-6344, week- July 16 - 20 days, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 12 noon August 13- 7 to 4 p.m. on weekends. Check Fees: $220/members out their website at www.sweet- $250/non-members briarnc.org. The Preserve is open every day Amazing Animals from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. July 23 - 27 August 6-10 CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS August 27-31 ART CLASSES Fees: $220/members Saturdays, 10 a.m.-12 noon $250/non-members Ongoing Science Seekers Ages: 9-13 years SUMMER DISCOVERY WEEKS Fee: $28, per 2 hour session AT SWEETBRIAR July 30-August 3 This series of classes is taught Registration by the week only Fees: $250/members by Larissa Grass at the Judith Daily 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. $300/non-members Collester Art Center. This is a Ages 5-6, 7-8, and 9-10 continued on page 48
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Programs at Environmental Centers of Setauket-Smithtown continued from page 46 9:30-Noon 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Natural Wonders for Fees: $125/week/members Explorers Club Pre-Schoolers $150/week/non-members Hiking, camping, field trips and Introduce the wonders of nature more will help young people to your child during our summer TRAVEL NATURE CAMP explore the natural world pre-school camp. Ages 10-13 Fees: $325/week/members July 16 20, July 23-27, Field trips, camp outs $375/week/non-members July 30-August 3, August 6-10 July 16-20 and August 6-10 10% discount for early registra- tion (early registration by May 15) for all discovery camps. 5% Sibling discount available. Aftercare available until 5 p.m. for an additional $15/day for all sessions except for the, pre- school and Travel Camp. NO REFUNDS
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Programs Offered at the Library The Smithtown Library offers a 11, September 8, October 13, extraordinaire Sheila Evans. variety of programs during the November 10, December 8, Explore the Secret Gardens, one upcoming weeks and months. 2007. of the park’s “hidden gems,:” and The Main Branch, is located at 1 Depart 9 a.m. other surprise treasures. You will North Country Road, Smithtown, Smithtown RR Station also stop at the Time Warner 265-2072. The Nesconset Branch For all ages, kids 5 and under building. Trip requires leisure is located at 127-20 Smithtown ride free walking. A fabulous lunch is Blvd., Nesconset, 265-3994. The Enjoy a day in New York City planned at the Boathouse Res- Commack Branch is located at 3 on your own. Travel as a group taurant in Central Park on the Indian Head Road, Commack, on the LIRR departing the only lake in Manhattan. Fee: 543-0998. The Kings Park Branch Smithtown Railroad Station on Friends/$102; non-members/$107. is located at 1 Church Street, the 9 a.m. train and return on NO REFUNDS. Space is limited, Kings Park, 269-9191. Call for your own, any time that same register early. Library hours. day. You must pre-register and You may register at the above pay at the main building’s Montauk Spring Getaway at the phone numbers for all programs. Circulation Desk. Fee: $8, Wavecrest Oceanfront Resort roundtrip ticket, NO REFUNDS. Sunday-Monday, May 20-21 eAudiobooks (2 days, 1 night) Visit the Smithtown Library on Check-in time: 2 p.m. and after, their website at www.smithlib. 5/20 org and learn about their FREE The Wavecrest is Located on downloadable audio books and the ocean and has an indoor podcasts. You will have access to pool. Weekend includes lodging, over 1,000 best selling audio- complete dinner and breakfast for BUS TRIPS books, 24 hours a day, 7 days a two at choice local restaurants. Central Park Tour with Lunch week. Call the Nesconset branch Registration is in-person only at at the Boathouse Restaurant at 265-3994 for additional infor- the Smithtown branch of the Monday, April 30 mation. library. Rooms are limited. Fee: Bus departs 8:30 a.m. $149/members; $154/non-mem- LIRR TO NEW YORK CITY Returns approx. 7:30 p.m. bers. NO REFUNDS. NO Saturdays: You will tour various sections TRANSPORTATION. May 12, June 9, July 14, August of Central Park with tour guide continued on page 52
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Programs Offered at the Library continued from page 50 Bus departs 7 a.m. Times and author of “The Race Culinary Institute of America / Returns approx. 7:30 p.m. for the Triple Crown” and “Black Vanderbilt Mansion Enjoy a guided bus tour of the Maestro: The Epic Life of an Wednesday, May 30 historic sites at the West Point American Legend.” Bus Departs 6:30 a.m. sharp Military Academy. A delicious This monthly series featuring a Returns approx. 7:30 p.m. hot and cold buffet lunch will be variety of authors is held at the Begin the day with a tour of the served at the Thayer Hotel, listed Smithtown Branch of the Library Vanderbuilt Museum in Hyde on the National Registry of and is hosted by Larry Davidson, Park, NY. This neoclassic-style Historic Places. After lunch cross award-winning radio and TV pro- mansion was completed in 1899 the river to tour Boscobel, a neo- ducer. Meet the authors; book with views of the river. Then on classical style mansion which signing. Pick up your FREE tickets to the Culinary Institute of dates back to the 1800’s, over- at the Library. Call for additional America’s Ristorante Caterina de’ looking the Hudson. The last stop info. Space is limited. Medici designed in a magnificent will be a tour of Union Church, BOOK AND AUTHOR Italian villa setting. The meal will where you will marvel at the win- LUNCHEON consist of indigenous flavor com- dows designed by Henri Matisse Roger Rosenblatt will be the binations originating in various and Marc Chagall. You must have guest author at the Library regions of Italy, followed by a individual photo ID to go on this Foundation’s annual Book and tour of the campus of the Culinary trip. Fee: Friends/$97; non-mem- Author Luncheon on Wednesday, Institute. Fee: $85/members; $90/ bers/$102. NO REFUNDS. Space April 25 at 12 noon at the Union non-members. NO REFUNDS. is limited, register early. Station Restaurant and Tavern, West Point/Boscobel/Union AUTHORS ON PARADE 155 W. Main St. in Smithtown. Church Friday, May 4, 7:30 p.m. Rosenblatt’s essays for Time mag- Wednesday, June 27 Joe Drape, reporter for the NY continued on facing page
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Programs Offered at the Library continued from page 53 Nesconset rhymes, which are the corner- Dancing. Learn the basic moves 265-3994 stones of literature and cultural and beginner’s choreography. Call the library for dates and heritage. Fee: $35, non-refundable, pay- times and age restrictions for ALL able at registration. programs. Pajama Storytime Visit the Library website at NESCONSET (3-7 years) A NIGHT AT THE OPERA www.smithlib.org for a complete Wednesday, April 25, May 23, Operas will be shown on the program listing and additional June 27, 7-7:30 p.m. second Wednesday of every other details or go to the library and SMITHTOWN (3-6 years) month. Call for dates and info and pick up a program flyer. Call for times & dates to register. An evening for child and For School Age Children parent/caregiver that includes sto- EVENING MOVIES A variety of literature-based pro- ries, finger plays and simple AT THE LIBRARY grams which include a wide songs. Wear your pajamas if you Come to the Nesconset branch range of activities are offered like. of the Library at 6:30 p.m. for the throughout the school year. Each screening a new movie each children’s department provides Wonderful Ones month.Call for dates and times. specialized programs, unique to SMITHTOWN (12-23 months) each branch. Contact your local Call for times & dates AFTERNOON MOVIES children’s librarian for details or Rhymes, songs and playtime with AT THE LIBRARY visit the library website at parent/caregiver. Thursday, April 26, 1:30 p.m. www.smithlib.org. Akeelah and the Bee Picture Book Story Time SMITHTOWN Mommy and Me SMITHTOWN (4-5 years) SMITHTOWN (2 years) Call for times & dates Saturday, April 28, 2-3:45 p.m. Call for times & dates Stories, songs and finger plays. Happy Feet (Family Film) NESCONSET (18-35 months) Children attend unaccompanied. NESCONSET Call for times & dates The Smithtown and Nesconset A special time for child and par- Pre-School Film and Story branches of the Library will ent/caregiver that incudes free NESCONSET (3-5 years) screen a popular movie each play and a circle time with sto- Thursday, April 19, month. Call the library for addi- ries, songs and finger plays. 10:30-11:15 a.m. tional dates, times and titles. Enjoy a “Little Bear” movie and Register for this program. Mother Goose Rhymetime related story. Parent/caregiver SMITHTOWN (birth-35 months) welcome to stay but no siblings. CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS NESCONSET (birth-2 years) Register in person or by phone Call for times & dates American Girl Tea Party for all Children’s Programs: A children's librarian leads you NESCONSET (Grade K-4) Smithtown and your child in reciting, singing Friday, April 20, 4:15-5:15 p.m. 265-2072, ext. 248. and reading Mother Goose continued on page 56
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Programs Offered at the Library continued from page 54 Friday, April 27, 4:30-5:15 p.m. The Smithtown Library on the Bring your favorite doll and enjoy Stories, songs and a simple craft. second Wednesday of each a special tea party and listen to an month from 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 Happy Birthday, Cam Jansen American Girl story and do a p.m. Information and answers to SMITHTOWN (Grades 1-4) related craft. Refreshments will questions concerning hyperten- Thursday, May 3, 4-4:45 p.m. be served. sion, heart disease and nutrition Celebrate Cam Jansen’s birthday will be addressed. Down At The Station With with activities and a craft. No appointment is needed. For Thomas The Tank Engine further information, call 265- NESCONSET (3-5 years) ONGOING 2072, ext. 208. Saturday, April 21, ADULT PROGRAMS 3:30-4:15 p.m. COMPUTER CLASSES FREE INDIVIDUAL Enjoy some Thomas play activi- AT THE LIBRARY HEALTH INSURANCE ties and decorate your own COUNSELING FOR SENIORS The Smithtown Library is cur- wooden Thomas train to take rently offering computer courses The main branch of the home. at the Main Building that will Smithtown Library, in conjunc- Stories and Snacks help you learn how to use your tion with the Retired Senior Volunteer Program, will give free SMITHTOWN (Grades 1-3) computer. Registration is in per- Thursdays, April 26, May 17, son and required. Call for sched- individual health insurance coun- 4-4:45 p.m. ule and fees. seling for seniors on the 2nd and Listen to stories and have a 4th Wednesday of each month. FREE BLOOD PRESSURE snack. Call for dates and times. SCREENINGS Appointments are necessary. After School Special A registered nurse will conduct Call 265-2072 ext. 208 to set up NESCONSET (Grades K-2) Free Blood Pressure Screenings at continued on page facing page
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continued SMITHTOWN LIBRARY ART GROUP an appointment. Some topics Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 Come to the Smithtown Branch covered will be: Medicare bene- NESCONSET of the Library on Thursdays from fits and claims problems, Call for specific dates. Please 11:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. and join Medigap insurance, long term register for this program by call- this group. Work on various art care options, Medicare HMO’s ing 265-2072, ext. 208. projects in a relaxed and informal and Medicaid eligibility. atmosphere. Call the Library for supplies needed. ADULT WRITERS’ GROUP This series is the perfect oppor- tunity for anyone who has the burning desire to write, but has see your come back to trouble getting started or would kitchen like to receive constructive feed- back from fellow writers. The group is scheduled to meet the Life first Tuesday of every month. Life Compare ideas on writing as well as give and receive advice, while having fun in the process. Call for dates and times. BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP Friday, April 27, 10:30 a.m. The Color of Water, by James McBride NESCONSET Thursdays: 10:15 a.m. SMITHTOWN Call for dates and additional info. POETRY READING You are invited to enjoy read- ings by seasoned poets; and aspiring poets are encouraged to take this opportunity to share their own work with others in an open reading. First Wednesday of BATHS • SIDING • DECKS • KITCHENS • WINDOWS the month at 7 p.m. For addition- TRIM WORK • REFINISHED BASEMENTS • INTERIOR/EXTERIOR DOORS al information call 265-2072, ext. 208. YOUR HOMETOWN CHESS AT NIGHT! OME MPROVEMENT OMPANY Chess for everyone... bring H I C ! your mind and be ready to learn We live and work in Saint James. the ultimate game of mind strate- gy. Basic instructions and chess- boards will be provided... all are $50 OFF $100 OFF $500 OFF Any Service of $500 or more Any Service of $1000 or more Any Service of $5000 or more welcome. Children under 14 JBL JBL JBL must be accompanied by an HOMEIMPROVEMENT HOMEIMPROVEMENT HOMEIMPROVEMENT 631-584-0136 631-584-0136 631-584-0136 adult. You will meet every other With this coupon. Not valid with With this coupon. Not valid with With this coupon. Not valid with Tuesday at the Main Branch of the other offers or prior services other offers or prior services other offers or prior services Smithtown Library from 6:30 to Offer expires 5/22/07 Offer expires 5/22/07 Offer expires 5/22/07 8:30 p.m. Call for additional dates. Register for this program. FREE IN HOME ESTIMATES CROCHET & KNITTING Mondays, 7-8:30 p.m. 631-584-0136 OWNER ON EVERY SITE Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Suffolk Lic. #39366H ¥ Fully Insured
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DESIGN IDEAS: Our Home – Our Environment... How to Make It Healthy by Natalie right kind of filtration system to glycerine soap, lemon juice Weinstein, purify the water we use at home. based cleaners, borax and bak- Allied, ASID Our plants need it, our kids ing soda, and other pure prod- need it and so do we. A won- ucts like grandma did is really Randy derful by-product is that families the best. Read labels and if it’s Rolfe, well- will make water their preferred biodegradable and non toxic, ness expert, drink! that’s a good choice. author, speaker, and Natalie: What is the next biggest Natalie: What about the prod- television issue? ucts professional cleaning estab- personality Randy: The air in our home is lishments use to do our dry- lives what filled with pollutants because cleaning? she teaches. Her mission, to cre- our homes don’t “breathe.” Randy : We are getting more and ate healthy happy families, is Products like antibacterial more “green” cleaners. mine as well, coming from a dif- agents, chlorine cleaners and Patronize them. ferent vantage point. We both furniture polish remain in the air meet in the same place – the we breathe. Chemicals in Natalie: What is a “green” home environment – which can draperies and formaldehyde in house? empower us or literally kill us. wood cabinetry are just some of Randy : It is a place that has lit- The world and our homes need the toxins we’re keeping in. The tle or no chemicals, good energy fixing and sometimes we think positive ions in our house make flow and movement, using prod- it’s beyond our control. Armed it harder to fill our lungs with ucts that are recyclable and with information however, we oxygen which can affect our biodegradable and promotes can change our personal and brain power as well as our good health and positive well global environment. I’ve asked breathing. being for all who live there. Randy to get us started. Natalie: Is there a solution? For more information email Natalie: In your opinion, Randy : HEPA filters, used in Randy at RandyRolfe@comcast. what is the worst environmental surgical and computer arenas, net or call 610-429-5869. problem? have advanced technology that Randy : By far, it is water pollu- can absorb and remove particles Editor’s Note: Natalie Weinstein, Allied ASID, is president of Natalie Weinstein tion, in our homes and on our from the air. The best air filters Design Associates and the Natalie planet. We use so many chemi- also produce beneficial negative Weinstein Home Decorating Club with cals in our life and there are so ions. The worst air filters pro- over 15,000 members on Long Island. If many pollutants in our water, duce ozone as a by-product, you have a design question or would like to become a FREE member, call including medical waste and which is toxic and harmful to us 631-862-6198, visit agricultural run offs that we are and the environment. www.nataliesclub.com or e-mail not only slowly killing ourselves, [email protected]. Join as well on but the fish, birds, and entire Natalie: What cleaning products www.longislandpress.com/natalie. biosphere, as well. are effective and good for us, as Hear "Design Tips by Natalie", on WALK well? 97.5FM, "Home Show" on WALK 1370 AM, Sundays from 10AM-11AM and Natalie: How does this affect us Randy : In this case, new is not podcast 24/7 on walkradio.com, at home? better. Using vinegar, natural keyword NATALIE. Randy : We not only drink the water, we wash our clothes and shower in it, leaving our bodies absorbing chlorine, causing tox- ins and free radicals which attack us. Natalie: How can we remedy the problem? Randy : We must use products with fewer or no chemicals to wash our clothes, our dishes, ourselves, as well as install the
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REALTY WISE: Choosing the Right Realtor by Rita Clous • Ask family, friends, and busi- the “listing presentation” to com- Technology has changed the ness associates if they would pare sales professionals on their way consumers do business. The use the same salesperson preparation and professionalism. real estate industry is no excep- again. Ask questions that will display tion. In fact, 77% of homebuyers the sales professional’s experi- • Attend open houses. If the use the internet during their ence, knowledge and motivation sales professional or broker property search. (2005 National to help you. Questions such as: ® impresses you, ask for a busi- Association of Realtors Profile of ness card. • Do you work full time or part Homebuyers and Sellers) How- time? ever, most agree that when it • Drive through neighborhoods comes to buying or selling a you want to purchase in and • How long have you been sell- home, a transaction of this mag- look for yard signs to see what ing homes in this area? nitude requires the guidance of a company handles most of the • Are you familiar with the areas professional. In the same study, sales. I’m considering? 90% of buyers and 87%t of sell- • Search local newspapers and ers use a real estate professional • What type of homes do you real estate publications, even during the process. usually handle? on the web. Whether you’re buying or sell- • What percentage of your busi- ing a home, you’ll want to inter- Now you’re ready for the ness comes from referrals and view two or maybe even three interview. Whether you’re buy- repeat clients? real estate professionals. To ing or selling, the sales profes- locate a pool of potential candi- sional should explain the entire continued on page 62 dates: process up front. Sellers can use
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Choosing the Right Realtor continued from page 60 • Will you employ an internet seller could actually net more marketing program? than with a winning marketing • How many sales have you plan combined with proper pric- closed? • Will you hold open houses? ing resulting in a faster sale and How will you advertise an • How many homes did you sell at a better price. open house? last year? Aim to select someone who is • What other ways will you use knowledgeable and with whom • What percentage of your list- to get the word out? you feel comfortable. It almost ings sold during the listing always ensures a productive and period? • How often can I expect to be mutually rewarding relationship. updated, even if there’s noth- • Did they sell close to the ask- Whether you are buying or ing to report? ing price? selling real estate in this chang- A word to sellers: don’t base ing market, the confidence you • On average, how many days your selection solely on selling have in your Realtor will be does a home stay on the mar- price or commission. It’s proba- important today and in the ket? bly best to avoid working with weeks and months to come. • Will you guide me as I pre- someone who promises you the pare the house to be shown? moon – in this case, an unrealis- tically high price – then has to • Will I receive a copy of the make price reductions until the marketing plan? Editor’s Note: property sells. Instead, focus on Rita Clous is the Sales Manager and • How will you advertise our marketing plans, service and Licensed Broker Associate for home? In what publications past results. Also, don’t be per- Prudential Douglas Elliman Real Estate located at 220 Lake Ave., St. James, and when will ads run? suaded by low commissions. A (631 584-7000).
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What to Do After a Flood by Jim Winter because most homeowners poli- branch of the Federal Emergency People have said it couldn’t cies do not cover loss caused by Management Agency (FEMA). happen to them. People have said floods. You should talk to your insurance it wouldn’t happen in their area. Flood insurance can be pur- agent to see if he or she can sell But it can and it does. And when chased from the National Flood and service flood insurance a flood occurs in the community, Insurance Program (NFIP), which through the NFIP in your commu- anyone can suffer the devastation is administered by the Federal nity. of a loss – lost property, lost irre- Insurance Administration (FIA), a continued on page 65 placeable items and, unfortunate- ly, sometimes lost lives.
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COLLECTOR’S CORNER: Our Voices by Carol Gibbons he did have an accent, he did catch his words and roll them My paternal grandfather was a speak a little different. I had to over in my mouth. After a while welder by trade who emigrated digest this. Cool people had he grew quiet and as excited as I from Germany in the 1920’s. accents, like Sean Connery the was about this new discovery he Living with him and grandma handsome James Bond, he had was uneasy, even upset, then he until I was six and then retaining an accent. Although it didn’t declared that he did not have an a very close relationship with sound like grandpa’s it was still accent. Well, this sent me into them both, there were a few an accent. Upon reflection I hysteria. He may as well have things I was too close to realize thought that this was great. I even said the moon was made of about them. First off I never knew considered bringing him in for cheese. It was untrue and ridicu- grandpa had an accent! I’ll never show and tell. He had an accent lous. Of course he had an accent forget the day my girlfriend Nora and grey hair just like Sean everyone could hear it! “Put said “I like your grandpa.” And I Connery, maybe someone would Grandma on the phone” I asked her which one, she said the discover him and my grandpa requested. After explaining the one with the accent. I was could be the next James Bond. situation to her she told me that stumped, what on earth was she Later that week I asked him if since the day grandpa came to talking about. “What do you he knew that he had an accent. America all he wanted was to be mean?” I replied. She said “Well, “Vhat do you mean?” he said. an American, and that included he says wacuum instead of vacu- There it was clear as a bell. I speaking like one. He never um, and viporrrrwill (with a heard it as if for the very first spoke one word of his native rolling r) instead of whippoor- time. My grandpa said vhat tongue since his arrival. He will.” Holy cow, I never knew instead of what. I just wanted him worked very hard at learning the that about him, but she was right, to talk and talk so that I could continued on facing page
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continued reluctant to speak, and at times others know a little bit of the story English language and fitting in. he even had to admit that it has of my life. It carries with it the Knock me over with a feather! My been too long and he forgot the sound of the past and sometimes cool James Bondish grandfather translated word. We laughed and it helps shape my future. I love to was concerned about fitting in! bonded our way over the bridge listen to the melody in the voices What a discovery for a ten year that closed the gap of nations and of others, it makes my mind wan- old girl. Speechless. That’s how it time. He spoke of his childhood der and wonder what kind of left me. For a long time I let that and of his homeland. Not only story do they have? digest. That moment of reckoning did I learn about him, I learned when ones hero becomes human. about myself. Editor’s Note: The next year in school I Today when I travel sometimes Carol Gibbons is co-owner of The Yellow Cottage, 415 North Country signed up to take a foreign lan- people say to me, hey you have Road, St. James, specializing in vintage guage. Of course I took German. an accent, I bet you come from linens, ironstone and depression glass. I wanted to have something in New York. I hold my head up Call 584-5776 or stop in for any common with my hero other than proudly and say I sure do. My additional information. just genetics. At first Grandpa was accent, like my grandfather’s let
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NATURALLY SPEAKING: It’s Time to Plant – Get Out There and Have Fun by June A. Liardi Plant basil, beans, pumpkins and Will April showers bring you sunflowers seeds. Put in some some May flowers? gladiolus corms too. While the On the last day of April it is soil is still cool, plant some the custom in some rural com- more lettuce. munities for children to make Make sure to stake your tiny baskets out of brightly col- peonies before they bloom so ored paper which they lovingly they don’t flop over. fill with wild flowers and soft As the weather heats up, you moss. Then, on May 1st they get can apply a couple inches of up early and hang the baskets on mulch to perennials and annu- the front doorknobs of people als. they love. This is done with Bring your house plants out- great secrecy, whispering, and side this month for their summer tiptoeing. Bring someone you vacation. Don’t put them in the love a basket of flowers on May direct sunlight through, they’ll 1st. get a burn. May is the month you can Make a vow this year (I have) plant it all. Just wait until the to take a little time every other middle to end of the month to day or so to deadhead your pinching back your chrysanthe- plant the heat-loving vegetables flowers. Most plants benefit from mums this month. You will get a such as tomatoes and peppers this, it really helps to keep them bushier plant with more flowers. and flowers such as impatiens. blooming. You can start by continued on page 68
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It’s Time to Plant – Get Out There and Have Fun continued from page 66 er. Planters will probably have chives, oregano, parsley and tar- If you find you have too many to be watered daily or even ragon. Plant the chives and tar- ‘volunteer’ plants (those that just twice a day. Check for dryness ragon together towards the back. seem to pop up here and there) by poking your finger about 2- They are the perennials that you or have perennials that need inches into the soil. Your con- can leave while the others you dividing, have a plant swap tainer will need to be fertilized will pull out at the end of the party. Have friends mark each every two to three weeks unless season. one with the name and any per- you already added a time-release Salad Bowl – Plant a patio tinent information. Let each per- plant food. tomato and sweet pepper in the son take home at least the Scented Garden – Lavender, center, put cucumber plants near amount of plants they brought. asiatic lilies, nicotiana and petu- the edges and fill in with radish- Have a children’s section and let nias are just a few of the scented es and different lettuce types. each child take home a plant for flowers available. Sniff around There are endless possibilities, their own garden. Or provide the nursery to find your favorite be creative, have fun with it. pots, soil and some seeds, and annual and/or perennial. A one “The flowers are nature’s jew- have a planting table to keep the color garden would also be els, with whose wealth she kids busy while mom shops. good. decks her summer beauty.” Beans, sunflowers and nastur- Rainbow Planter – A red –George Croly, tium seeds are large and easy for patio-type tomato, a purple egg- British Author, (1780-1860) the little ones to handle. plant, some yellow or orange For Mother’s Day plant mom sweet peppers and green and Editor’s Note: June Liardi, a St. James resident for over 30 years, is a wife and an entire garden in a container. purple basil plants, make for a mother of three sons. June will be writ- Use a wooden half-barrel or any colorful group. ing articles on gardening, nature related large 24-inch diameter contain- Herb Planter – Chervil, craft projects and family activities. EMRICK R. MILLIGAN, M.D. Board Certified Family Medicine OFFICE NOW OPEN P 7 DAYS A WEEK BY APPOINTMENT & FOR URGENT CARE WALK-IN EMERGENCIES Monday 8 a.m.-8 p.m. (Doctor 1-8 p.m.) Tuesday-Friday 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m.-12 noon • Sunday 8 a.m.-12 noon
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MORTGAGE MATTERS: What Happens After Mortgage Application by Ann Mondrone Charges, a Federal Truth-in- however, still contain other con- For many home loan appli- Lending Disclosure (this contains ditions that the lender requires to cants the period between mort- information about interest rate be satisfied before they will clear gage loan application and final and finance charges) and the new to close. These types of condi- approval is one of great anxiety. Credit Score Disclosure. Disclo- tions are sometimes things like “Will I be approved?” “How long sure forms are required by law to more recent or complete income will it take?” “How will the be provided to the applicant or asset data, explanations lender’s decision affect my pur- within three business days of regarding credit, or recent chase transaction?” Here is a application. increases in assets. peek at what goes on behind the The file will then go through a When an application is not scenes. preliminary underwriting review. approvable, whether due to Within the first several days Income, asset and credit docu- income, assets, credit or proper- following application, the file mentation is either manually or ty, the lender must provide a goes through an opening stage. electronically analyzed. Some- Statement of Credit Denial stating This is when the lender orders times a preliminary approval is the reason for the decline. third party services that are need- provided to the applicant subject Sometimes, the applicant will be ed in connection with the making to review of the Property made a counteroffer for a lesser of the loan such as credit reports, Appraisal Report. loan amount or a different loan property appraisal, title insur- Once the Appraisal Report is program. An applicant can ance, etc. Also, very importantly, received, it is reviewed by the reduce the possibility of this disclosures are prepared and sent lender. If it is acceptable – value, occurring by providing complete to the applicant which include a general condition, etc., the and accurate information at appl- Good Faith Estimate of Settlement approval becomes final. It may, continued on page 99
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OUR TOWN • APRIL 2007 – 74 – FINANCIAL SAVVY PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE: Fixed Annuities Can Provide Guarantees in a World of Uncertainty by Lawrence Glazer, CLU uncertainty, and annuities can attractive interest rates and tax- Perhaps the most disturbing provide guaranteed growth and a deferred growth. While your question facing retirees is: “How constant income stream. Here are money accumulates, there are no can I preserve my financial secu- two points to ponder: income taxes due. You’ll pay rity if something happens to my 1. Nest eggs can crack. Securi- income taxes on the interest you retirement funds?” ties markets are not as predictable earn only when you withdraw That question has become real- as we would like them to be. your money or receive income ity over the past few years, as mil- When the market is hot, many payments. (Withdrawals prior to 1 lions of people watched their people scoff at the single-digit age 59 /2 may be subject to a 10% retirement savings decline in returns of fixed assets. However, IRS penalty.) In addition, income value. Younger workers will prob- equity-based products offer the from fixed deferred annuities gen- ably have an opportunity to potential for significant gains, but erally does not affect Social recoup lost assets and wait out they also come with the risk of Security benefits, and will pro- cyclical downturns. But for eroding your principal. vide a guaranteed fixed return retirees and older workers facing 2. You could live a lot longer with no risk to your principal. retirement, this is generally not than you expected, and possibly Certain fixed rate immediate an option. outlive your retirement income. income annuities offer a guaran- Adequate retirement nest eggs Today’s average life expectan- teed, lifelong income. You will usually take decades to build. cy is now 74.4 years for men and continue to be paid for as long as Someone close to retirement, or 79.8 for women2 and increasing. you live – to 95, 105 or longer. In currently enjoying it, can’t just If a person retires at 62, they addition, if you need to provide start over. And, depending on could easily live another 15 or 20 for your spouse, you can opt for a one’s age and health, it may be years. This may put a strain on survivor annuity, which contin- unrealistic to return to the work- pension plans, Social Security ues to pay benefits even after one force. and private investments. A retire- annuitant dies. And if you’re con- However, there is a step you ment fund designed to last 10 cerned about whether you’ll live can take to ensure that your years can get stretched thin if it long enough to make an annuity money won’t run out. You may has to provide income for anoth- worth it, you can select a life with want to consider allocating a por- er 20. period certain annuity. With this tion of your retirement funds to option, you’ll receive benefits for fixed annuities – financial vehi- Accumulation and Payout life OR for a selected period (10 cles that replace unpredictability Options years, 20 years, etc.), whichever with a guarantee1. Fixed annuities can help you is longer. manage such retirement risks. In either case, at your death, Longer Lives and More They offer a number of advan- any remaining value passes Financial Concerns tages that directly address these directly to your beneficiary, The appeal of fixed annuities is concerns. For example: avoiding probate and attorney’s obvious. We live in a world of Fixed deferred annuities offer continued on page 99
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College Bound Students: Egad! I Got Wait Listed! by Linda De Motta, MA disappointing, students should consultant can help gather the By this time, high school sen- not panic. Students who were put necessary paperwork to expedite iors who applied for college will on wait lists should contact the these applications. have received decision letters admissions office of their first Lastly, students can consider from the colleges. Hopefully, choice schools as soon as possi- alternatives to starting a four-year they will have gained entrance for ble to indicate their interest in school in September. Long Island the fall 2007 semester to the attending that school as soon as has two fine community colleges schools that were their first choic- there is an opening. Try to speak – Suffolk County Community es. However, with such a large directly with a person from the College and Nassau County application pool this year, it may admissions office. Ask if the wait Community College. Students can not be uncommon to hear that list is ranked and ask where you attend one of those two-year many students have been put on are on the wait list. Your guid- schools for a semester, a year or wait lists; some may have also ance counselor or college con- even two years and then look to been deferred to the spring sultant may also be able to make transfer to a four year school. semester. And many students this a telephone call to people with Students also may want to con- year may even find themselves whom they speak regularly from sider taking classes as part-time faced with no school to attend in college admissions offices. students at one of the many good the fall unless they are invited Meanwhile, as mentioned in the colleges on Long Island and then from the wait lists or they are February article, there are still work to save more money for col- moved up to fall acceptance from other schools that use rolling lege for a semester or a year. Be the deferred lists – something admissions and will accept appli- sure to take courses that will they likely will not know about cations even now. You can look transfer to most schools easily, until August. on the College Board website for such as introductory English, What are the options then? a listing of such schools. Your Sociology or Psychology. One While these circumstances are guidance counselor or college continued on page 99
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Named to Dean’s List at Marist College Marist College, located in is majoring in Criminal Justice. study and 10 graduate degree Poughkeepsie, NY, is pleased to Marist is an independent com- programs and is included in the announce that four local students prehensive liberal arts college Princeton Review’s guide to the were named to the Dean’s List for with an enrollment of 4,200 full- top colleges and universities in the Fall 2006 semester. time undergraduate students from the U.S. Danielle Amatuccio of St 33 states and 15 countries. Congratulations and continued James is a member of the class of Founded in 1929, Marist offers 30 success to all four students on 2008 and is majoring in Psychol- major fields of undergraduate their academic achievements. ogy. Kristina N. Cioni of St James is a member of the class of 2007 and is majoring in Communica- tions and Public Relations. Lisa A. Iannuccilli of St.James is a member of the class of 2009 and is majoring in Fashion Design. Lisa M. Stabile of St James is a member of the class of 2007 and
Named to Dean’s List at Washington U. Cara Dolan of St. James was named to the Dean’s List for the ELAINE HOLST fall 2006 semester at Washington (631) 584 4800 University in St. Louis, MO. 428 LAKE AVE Dolan is a graduate of Smithtown ST JAMES High School and is enrolled in [email protected] the university’s College of Arts & Sciences. To qualify for the Dean’s List in I can help you choose the IRA that’s right Arts & Sciences, students must forI can you. help Call you me choose the IRA that’s right earn a semester grade point aver- todayfor you. to Calldiscuss me your options. age of 3.5 or above and be today to discuss your options. enrolled in at least 14 graded units. Washington University in St. Louis, a medium-sized, inde- pendent university, is counted among the world’s leaders in teaching and research. Twenty- Proud member of Chamber of two Nobel laureates have been Proud member of Chamber of associated with Washington Commerce University, with nine doing the major portion of their pioneering Certain restrictions apply to contributions, rollovers, deductions and distributions from an IRA. Consult your tax advisor for specific Certaininformation. restrictions Allstate apply Life Insurance to contributions, Company rollovers, of New deductions York, Home and Office, distributions Hauppauge, from NY.an IRA. Securities Consult offered your tax by advisor Personal for Financial specific information.Representatives Allstate through Life Allstate Insurance Financial Company Services, of New LLC. York, Registered Home Broker-Dealer.Office, Hauppauge, Member NY. NASD, Securities SIPC. offered Main Office: by Personal 2920 Sou Financialth 84th research here. Representatives through Allstate Financial Services, LLC. Registered Broker-Dealer. Member NASD, SIPC. Main Office: 2920 South 84th Street, Lincoln, NE 68506. 877-525-5727.©2006 Allstate Insurance Company. Street, Lincoln, NE 68506. 877-525-5727.©2006 Allstate Insurance Company. OUR TOWN • APRIL 2007 – 78 – IN THE SCHOOLS
Nesaquake Middle School’s PTA Pasta Night a Huge Success Nesaquake Middle School Kullen • Laura’s Basket House • held its first Pasta Night dinner on LeMarc’s Hallmark • Mary Kay March 20, 2007 with a turnout of • Mercept Brothers • Nino’s over 344 attendees. It was a huge Hair Design • North Country success mainly from the generous Dry Cleaners • Patio Pizza • support that was given from the Paul James Hair Salon • Pavlova community. Salon of St. James • PCF All pasta dishes, desserts, Dancewear • Raggamuffin’s • breads, and beverages were Ruby Nails • Sylvan Learning donated from local restaurants Orlando’s II • North Country Center • Sivana Salon • and food establishments. The Meats • Ocean’s Bounty • Starbucks • St. James Bagels • pasta dishes included everything O’Sole Mio • Bagel Paradise • St. James Beverages • St. James from Penne ala Vodka to Pumpkin Premiere Pastry Shop • Rich Fire Department • St. James Ravioli in Frangelico Cream Rewards • St. James Pasta • Florist & Gift Shop • T. Sauce. There were thousands of Sweet Waters • Venezia • Villa Carlton’s Salon & Spalon • dollars in raffle prizes from local Sorrento • Uncle Joe’s Tastefully Simple • The Cleaners businesses and merchants in St. Alex’s Barber Shop • Atmos • The Small Shop Antiques • Tru James and the surrounding areas Coin Shop • Atlantis Health Salon • Uncle Gusieppe’s • of Smithtown and Stony Brook. Network • Bagel Paradise • Bath Young’s Nails. The PTA at Nesaquake would Beautiful & Gifts • Bellemeade SHSE & SHSW PIG publicly like to thank the follow- Gallery - Smithtown Framing • Volunteers: Borgese Family, ing merchants for their generous CardTique • Carrabba’s • Cool Catalano Family, Dodd Family, contributions: Beanz • Core Fitness • Country Donohue Family, Grunenberg Aegean II • Al Forno • Alpine Kitchen • Crabtree & Evelyn • Family, Jansen Family, LaManna Bakery • Bella Vita City Grill • Diamond Bee Jewelers • Family, Laurenti Family, Macari BLT Café • Buona Sera • Casa Dimitrios Furs • Diva Nails • Family, Messina Family, Buono • The Clam Bar • DM&V Limousines • Edison Merrigolo Family, Modugno LaFamiglia • Fatso’s Gourmet • Kellogg • Embroid Me • Energy Family, Noke Family and Sukaris Flories Finales • Fratelli’s Market Health & Fitness Center • Family. • Garden Grill • Garguilo’s Gold’s Gym • Grape Culture • Bakery • Lake Grove Diner • Gymboree • Julie’s Home & * Names in bold donated $100 or Matt’s Pizza • Mauricio’s Garden • Kirin Hibachi • King more. q q CELEBRATING A R.J.K. GARDENS, INC. BIRTHDAY? – CREATIVE LANDSCAPING – NOW SCHEDULING SPRING CLEAN UPS Visit us at www.rjkgardens.com All Phases of Landscape Design through Construction. Send us your Birthday Announcement ¥ Ponds ¥ Grading ¥ Swimming ¥ Stone Walls (along with a photo) ¥ Golf Greens ¥ Driveways Pools ¥ Masonry for publication in ¥ Transplanting ¥ Decks ¥ Power ¥ Indoor OUR TOWN - ST. JAMES. ¥ Tree Work ¥ Lawn Aeration Washing Tile Floors There is no charge for this service & Full Maintenance Programs ¥ Residential/Commercial photos will be returned if requested. FOR FREE ESTIMATE CALL Mail or Bring to OUR TOWN - ST. JAMES qe359 LAKE AVENUE 862-7056 ST. JAMES, NY 11780 OVER 40 YEARS OF LOCAL SERVICE q q Call 862-9849 for further info.
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S.J. Elementary Park Scholarship Teachers Winner Receive Award Congratulations to Corinne Eileen Dumonceau, daughter of St. James Elementary School proud parents Bruce and Eileen Teachers Marianne Marquart, Dumonceau of St. James, on her Elizabeth Waldvogel, Sara Long, award of a Park Scholarship at and Diane Widmer are winners North Carolina State University. of a Western Suffolk BOCES Corinne, a senior at Smithtown Model Schools Teacher Integra- High School East, was selected tion Award. They are being rec- from over 1,000 applicants for ognized for their efforts in apply- this award. ing technology to classroom The Park Scholarships program instruction. They have been is among America’s most presti- invited to share their expertise gious undergraduate merit schol- with other teachers to help bene- arship programs. The scholar- fit student achievement. ships pay expenses for four years GREAT JOB! from the St. of study at N.C. State and funds Corinne Eileen Dumonceau James Elementary School PTA. for academic enrichment activi- ties. Park Scholars are selected on importance to the betterment of the basis of merit, exemplary the human condition. For advertising character, exceptional potential Once again, congratulations rates & information for leadership, and the sense of Corinne on your selection as a promise that they may one day Park Scholar Class of 2011 at call 862-9849 make contributions of enduring North Carolina State University.
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Knox School Students’ Photography Featured in Exhibition The recent work of Knox stu- dents was featured in a photogra- phy exhibition in the Houghton Solarium Art Gallery at The Knox School in St. James. The exhibit originally opened in the Foto Foto Gallery in Huntington, NY on February 2, 2007 and moved to The Knox School on March 26. The show featured recent work from 19 students from an array of different assignments over the winter semester. The students Pictured (L-R): John Boyd, Faculty Member Patty Colombraro, Brian Lee, were responsible for cutting their Joel Hirsch, Mike Mezzattone, Frank Sohn, Rieko Tominaga, and Ted Park. own mats, framing and finishing their final prints. “I love exhibiting because there is always a lot of positive energy,” said junior Mike Mezzattone. Senior Joel Hirsch stated that “Our show is done in a professional manner and it is exciting to see our own work in such an official setting.” Knox recently renovated the photography lab where the students prepared for their exhibit in a dark room with eight new stations. The Knox School, founded in 1904, is a coeduca- tional, college-preparatory, independent school for boarding and day students in grades 6 though 12. The school’s campus on Stony Brook Harbor in St. James, NY consists of historic buildings and a unique circular Junior Robbie Haley is pictured here with his two barn used for Knox’s well-known equestrian program. works “Fog” and “Untitled.” For more information on the school or the exhibit, visit the school’s website at www.knox school.org or call 686-1600 ext. 413. Get In the Game Help Support the St. James Elementary PTA The St. James Elementary PTA is producing a St. James-opoly Game which plays like your favorite board game. Do you own a business? We’d love to see your business sponsor a spot on the board! For informa- tion, contact Leanne Panasci at 862-0453 or email: stjame- [email protected] and GET IN THE GAME! FIRE DEPARTMENT VISITS SMITHTOWN NURSERY SCHOOL... The Playgroup Class at the Smithtown Nursery School enjoyed a special treat when the fire engine came to the school for a visit. The children were able to climb on t he truck, sit in the driver’s seat and even ring the bell. The Smithtown Nursery School, located at 490 North Country Road in St. James, has been serving the community for over 45 years, offering classes and programs for children from birth through 4 years. For information call 584-6767.
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Special Events and Day Trips for Adults The Adult Education Depart- ment of the Smithtown Central School District offers a number of special events and trips for resi- dents over 18 years of age. Buses for all trips and perform- ances depart from the Woodlawn Avenue parking lot at the corner of Woodlawn and Jackson Avenues in St. James. For the safety and concern of SPRING SCHEDULE: Central Park Walking Tour all participants as well as staff Tuesday, May 22 members, Adult Continuing A Day In New York City Cost: $40 Education reserves the right to Wednesday, April 25 Bus Departs: 9 a.m. alter time schedules, make itiner- Cost: $30 Returns Approx: 6 p.m. ary changes, and/or adjust offer- Bus Departs: 10 a.m. Enjoy Central Park for a walking ings due to unforeseen circum- Returns Approx: 7 p.m. tour guided by the Park Nature stances. Do whatever strikes your fancy – Conservancy. You will have time To register for the following shop, take a tour on the Gray on your own for lunch and a visit trips fill out the form from Adult Line, visit a museum, enjoy the to the Metropolitan Museum of Education you received by mail sights and sounds of the city as Art. Pick-up will be at the from the Smithtown School spring hits the air. Three drop-off Museum. Cost includes trans- District or go to www.smith- spots: Broadway and 34th, 47th portation and park guides. Wear town.k12.ny.us, click on ADULT and 57th Streets. One pick-up comfortable walking shoes. Rain EDUCATION or call 382-2090 for spot (approx: 5:15 p.m.) will be or shine. additional information. designated by bus operator.
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Take a Walk in the Park for Autism The Developmental Disabilities porters as the community celebrates Institute (DDI) in Smithtown, Long Autism Awareness month. Island’s leading service provider for For more information and to reg- children and adults with Autism, ister please call 366-2978 or visit will host their annual “WALK IN THE their website at PARK” on Sunday, April 22, to pro- www.ddiinfo.org mote community support for indi- viduals with Autism and other developmental disabilities. This art work was The scenic 5K Walk through created by student-artist Suffolk County’s beautiful Holts-ville Fahiym Williams, Ecology Park will feature activities a Long Island 8th grader for the entire family along the way, with Autism. followed by a festival in the park complete with food, music, games, prizes, a petting zoo and more. Registration for the walk begins at 9 a.m. and the 5K Walk will start at FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORT GROUP 10:30 a.m. rain or shine. The fami- A support group for people with fibromyalgia, sponsored by the Arthritis ly activities will continue throughout Foundation, will meet the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the day until 4:30 p.m. Siena Village Community Center, 2000 Bishops Road in Smithtown. Join the hundreds of families from The meeting is open to the public and offered free of charge. For across Nassau and Suffolk, New more information, call the Arthritis Foundation, Long Island Chapter, at York sports teams, radio stations, 427-8272. local businesses and other DDI sup-
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EMERGENCY SERVING THE APPOINTMENTS TAKEN 584-8100 ST. JAMES COMMUNITY 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. AWellness Tip Wellness is a quality or state of composition, these oils cannot be bro- being healthy. It is an approach to ken down by the body and can clog healthcare that emphasizes preventing arteries and cause vessel inflamma- illness and prolonging life, as opposed tion. to emphasizing treating diseases. Continuing along the wellness road, Wellness is a lifestyle choice and part it is important to include foods in your of this choice incorporates proper diet that contain essential fatty acids. nutrition. Small everyday changes in They consist of Omega 3 and Omega watching what you consume can make 6 fatty acids. Omega 3 fatty acids can a noticeable difference in your health. be found in green leafy vegetables, Fat consumption appears to be a topic soybean, flax seed, walnut, and chest- of concern for most people. It is impor- nut oils. Cold water fish such as tant to realize that not all fat is bad. salmon, tuna and mackerel contain Natural foods contain essential fats, omega 3 derivatives EPA and DHA. necessary for life; while processed Omega 6 fatty acids are found in saf- foods contain hydrogenated oils, which flower, sunflower and corn oil. The is a detriment to life. body cannot manufacture these fats, On the road to wellness, start by they must be obtained from food, and decreasing your consumption of foods they are essential as their name any oils with the words “hydrogenated” with trans fat/ hydrogenated oils (heat- implies. They make up the outer mem- or “partially hydrogenated” preceding ed vegetable oils with hydrogen branes of each cell and resist entry of it. These oils alter the function of the added). These oils can be found in viruses and other pathogenic agents, cell membrane and prevent the essen- most processed snacks, crackers, con- while allowing entry of nutrients. They tial fatty acids from being absorbed venience, and fast foods. The purpose insulate the brain and allow for the and effectively utilized. Oils without of these oils is to give food a longer communication of the neurotransmit- these words in front of them are OK. It shelf life but unfortunately the mecha- ters. A lack of essential fat has been is the hydrogenation process that nism that allows these foods to sit on associated with behavioral, emotional makes these oils dangerous. For a the shelf longer also make them sit in and mental health issues. healthier life focus more on eating your body longer. Because of their Read food labels carefully and avoid whole natural foods.
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Live Life to the Fullest Foster Parents by Dr. Linda M. Bocchichio we specialize in your spinal Needed There is nothing that we wish health. Regular spinal checkups, for our patients more than a we believe, can prevent chronic Share your heart and home healthy and full life. People usual- painful conditions from develop- with children in need. Become a ly come to the chiropractor with ing, as well as improve or main- Suffolk County foster parent. painful conditions and our first tain overall health and immunity. Foster parents receive stipends, goal is to relieve your pain. But Still, if you skip those checkups are reimbursed for expenses, can our overall goal is much greater and do end up with chronic be single parents, can work, than that. We want you to learn spinal pain, it is very likely we receive free training, are support- to eat well, to take up healthy can help. ed by caring caseworkers, help to habits like getting regular exer- But we would rather prevent reunite families, and may be able cise, and to protect and strength- chronic conditions and guide you to adopt children who can’t go en your immunity. We care about toward a totally healthy lifestyle home. your total health. with regular checkups so that you All orientation meetings are When you let any part of your can truly live life to the fullest. held in the Social Services health go and don’t maintain it See your chiropractic today for Building at 3455 Veteran’s you can eventually end up with your spinal check-up. Memorial Highway in Ronkonko- chronic pain, illness or disability. ma. Please call the Suffolk Even if, say you brush your teeth Editor’s Note: County Department of Social after every meal but never see Dr. Linda Bocchichio is a chiropractor practicing at 105 Lake Avenue So. in Services at 853-KIDS for more your dentist for a checkup, you Nesconset. She is the founder of the information and to sign up for could slowly develop a cavity, St. James Walking Club and is a former one of their upcoming orienta- then an abscess, and get a chron- president of the St. James Chamber of tion meetings. ic toothache. Where your dentist Commerce. For further information, specializes in your oral health, call 979-9854.
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Hair and Beauty Equal Self-Esteem by Lucia Navarrete ponytail. If you like the messy For face: Wear creams with One of the main reasons that I ponytail look as in fashion maga- SPF 15- 20 or 30. Get help if you wanted to write about hair, beau- zines, remember to do your make have acne, trust me, I had it. Use ty and self-esteem was to share up. Clean ponytail = simple lip balm and gloss to give a fresh some positive thoughts and make-up. Messy-stylish-ponytail and healthy look to those encourage everyone to remember = fashion make-up. Remember, pink/red lips. Shape your eye- to practice those thoughts every hair is the first impression. brows, go to a professional – they day of their lives. continued on following page When I was younger my moth- er gave me advice that I will keep with me forever and will pass on to my children one day. As a youngster, I was a tomboy. I played soccer, climbed trees, played with the guys, tried to catch butterflies, etc. I used to consider myself ugly because I always bore scars from my shenanigans. I wore my ugly glasses, and my trademark pony- tail. Even when we know that we are beautiful inside, we know it is not going to be enough. As my hormones kicked in, my mom came to my rescue and calmly explained to me “There are no ugly women and men in the world, there are women and men that don’t love/care about them- selves and don’t do a thing for themselves.” With the passing of the time I became a little more conscious about my beauty and started to care about it. Working with hair and make- up has opened my eyes. It is The cutting important to take care and keep edge – up with every part of the body. fin – For many years, I have participat- d it at P ed in client makeovers for differ- aul Ja ent occasions: Mother’s Day, mes! weddings, 40th, 50th, 60th birth- Offering Expert Personalized Services... days, new jobs, a new life. It is FREE amazing how one can discover ■ Hair Design ■ Manicures HAIRCUTS such hidden beauty with a few ■ ■ ON TUESDAY simple and practical tips. Color Specialists Make-Up NIGHTS ■ Waxing ■ Bridal Specialists w/qualified assistants For hair: “Do something!” Get Please call for appointment a professional hair color and cut. Add some highlights if you want 556 Route 25A, to do something different. Color St. James, N.Y. clients should have their color (631) 862-8622 done at least once a month. Haircuts too! If you do not have HOURS: Closed Mondays • Tues., Fri. & Sat: 8:30am – 5pm • Wed. & Thurs: 9:30am – 8pm time, put your hair in a clean Visit us on the web at: www.pauljames.com OUR TOWN • APRIL 2007 – 88 – BEAUTY TIPS
Hair and Beauty Equal Self-Esteem continued from page 87 everybody happy around you. it also happens with adults. know what shape is good for your Your family sees it and they will Please, don’t let this happen to face. If it doesn’t look natural it is appreciate that you take care of you and to the ones you love the a big NO. Please do your mus- yourself. You owe it to yourself to most. Find the time to take care tache! It is not acceptable for look good and feel good. Be the of yourself and you will see how females at all. person that your kids look to little it takes to find happiness. when they want to find self- If you have any questions For hands and feet: Would you esteem and confidence within about hair that you would like me like to shake a dirty, dry and cal- themselves. to discuss in our next article, loused hand? No! So please treat Make sure you surround your- please email to paul@paul- your hands. They are your work self with positive and optimistic james.com. Don’t miss my next tools, so get a manicure. Sandal people. There is a lot envy out article about hair and chlorine. season is coming, get a pedicure. there. True friends want the best for you and won’t let you feel Editor’s Note: Please feel free to request a complimen- Dress properly and modern: bad. True friends won’t criticize tary consultation with Lucia at any time. Read fashion magazines and arti- your faults and mistakes. True Lucia Gabriela Navarrete is a colorist cles that educate you. There is friends find a smart way to make and make-up artist at Paul James Salon. good fashion for all types of bod- you realize the good and the bad As a former colorist at Nubest Salon and Spa in Manhasset, she has worked with ies and budgets. Look for it. without hurting you. My experi- Artec, Clairol, Matrix and Kerastase. Remember beautiful hair and ence has shown me some beauti- Lucia is now proficient in Wella and clean beauty give you a lot self- ful clients that have let other peo- Logics haircolor. Lucia’s hobbies include esteem and confidence. If you ple manipulate them and have exercise, healthy diet, and environmen- have a great color and cut you become somebody they’re not. It talism. are going to be happy and make does not happen just with teens,
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New Arrival on St. Patrick’s Day HAPPY 1ST BIRTHDAY
New grandparents, Lynn and Cliff Keating of St. James and Debbie McGowan of Medford, are pleased to announce the birth of their granddaugh- ter, Allyson Jody McGowan. Allyson made her debut on Saturday, March 17, 2007 to welcome in St. Patrick’s Day. She weighed 7 lbs. 2 oz. and measured 19-1/2 inches long. The proud parents are Heather and Jack McGowan of Allyson Jody McGowan Sound Beach. To welcome Allyson are great grandmothers Gladys Morgan and Rose A. Keating, both of St. James, and Virginia Giordano; also great grandparents John and Theresa McGowan of Franklin Square, and great great grandpa Robert Carr of South Centerville, NY. Cole Robert Milani, of St. James, from Congratulations to the family on this most happy occasion your Mommy, Daddy and big brothers from your friends in St. James. Paul, Tim and Nick. XOXO
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OUR TOWN • APRIL 2007 – 90 – CELEBRATIONS Welcoming a Haeberle / Burke Engaged
Paul and Janet Haeberle, of New St. James, happily announce the engagement of their daughter, Jennifer Lynn, to Arrival Kevin Burke, son of Richard and Peggy Burke of Naugatuck, CT on February ? 17, 2007. Jennifer is a graduate of Roger Williams University and is a pharmaceutical sales representative for Takeda Pharmaceuticals. Kevin is a graduate of the University of Connecticut and is a software developer for Fidelity Integrative Solutions. A wedding is planned for the upcoming year. Congratulations and best wishes to the happy couple Jennifer Lynn Haeberle and their families on this joy- and Kevin Burke ous occasion.
Share the blessed event with your friends and neighbors in OUR TOWN • ST. JAMES Mayer / Bencivenga Engaged Send your announcement Tom and Peggy Mayer, of and photo to St. James, are very happy to announce the engagement of their son, Thomas A. Mayer, OUR TOWN to Marisa C. Bencivenga, daughter of Tom and Roberta ST. JAMES Bencivenga of Commack. 359 Lake Avenue Thomas is a marketing St. James, NY 11780 administrator for the Bank of Smithtown and Marisa is a 7th and 8th grade English Photos will be returned teacher at Lawrence- if requested. Woodmere Academy. These is no fee A summer 2008 wedding is being planned. for this service. Congratulations and best wishes to the happy couple For further information and their families from your please call friends and neighbors in Thomas Mayer and St. James. Marisa Bencivenga 862-9849
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11th Annual Spring Egg Hunt Was A Hopping Success The St. James Chamber of officiate over the event each for putting up the snow fence; Commerce’s eleventh annual year. Unfortunately this year she and to bunny helpers: Ruth Spring Egg Hunt was EGG-citing was unable to attend. Megan is Garthe (Our Town), Diane with lots of children hopping now serving our country as an Hatton (Vickers Gallery & down to Deepwells Farm County Ensign in the U.S. Navy. Framing), Regina Eldridge and Park (Moriches Road and Rte. Special thanks go out to Linda Agnes Maginniss (ReMax 25A) in St. James on Saturday, Pietrowski (North Fork Bank), Beyond) Alice Jacobs (Eddie’s April 7, 2007. The weather chairman of the event; board Power Equipment); and Megan’s couldn’t have been better as member Scott Posner (Edward mom, Meg Shutka for posing as over 700 children went to the Jones Investments) for M.C.ing the Easter Bunny. field to gather the 4,000 eggs the event and getting everyone The eggs were stuffed with that were spread around. in shape to hunt for eggs; board goodies and some special eggs Megan Shutka, while working member William Garthe held grand prizes, such as U.S. towards her Girl Scout Gold (Reliance Mortgage & Real Savings Bonds, stuffed bunnies, Award, initiated the idea of the Estate) for getting the word out; stock certificates, gift certificates, Spring Egg Hunt for children 1 to chamber president Dr. Marc prizes, gift baskets, etc. – all 10 years of age. In the past she Taczanowski (True Chiropractic), donated by our local businesses. has come back from college to and Scott Posner (Edward Jones) continued on facing page
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A Special Thank You... Please be sure to support the following businesses and people who helped make this year’s SPRING EGG HUNT possible by their generous contributions:
REMAX BEYOND CASTLES TO COTTAGES REALTY ROSLYN SAV INGS BANK TIC TOC CAFE TOTAL FAMILY DENTISTRY OF ST. JAMES ENERGY HEALTH & FITNESS SCOTT POSNER/EDWARD JONES NORTH FORK BANK RELIANCE MORTGAGE & REAL ESTATE OUR TOWN - ST. JAMES And be sure to see all the Egg TRUE CHIROPRACTIC Hunt photos taken by chairman of ST. JAMES FLORIST & GIFT SHOPPE the board Eddie Banks (Castles to BAGEL PARADISE Cottages Realty) and board member VICKERS GALLERY & FRAMING William Garthe (Reliance Mortgage THE YELLOW COTTAGE and Real Estate) on the St. James EDDIE’S POWER EQUIPMENT Chamber website: GARGUILO’S BAKERY www.StJamesChamber.org DUTCH GIRL CLEANERS
2007 Members of the St. James Chamber of Commerce PLEASE SUPPORT THESE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEMBER BUSINESSES Allstate Insurance - Holst Agency Energy Health & Fitness Natalie Weinstein Design Assoc. St. James Episcopal Church Alpine Pastry Shop Flowerfield Celebrations Rowena Nedvin/ReMax Finest St. James Fire Department Amity Auto Glass II G. Smith Electrical Services North Country Kitchen & Bath St. James Florist & Gift Shop Artpix Studio Garguilo’s Bakery North Country Tree & Landscaping St. James Funeral Home Bagel Paradise George’s Innovative Inflatables North Fork Bank St. James Lumber Corp. Bethpage Federal Credit Union Janice L. Gillespie, DDS North Shore Investigation Assoc. St. James Natural Food Bijesse & Belford/Attorney Lawrence Glazer / NY Life Ins. Oceans Bounty Seafood St. James Post Office Joseph A. Bollhofer, P.C./Attorney Goldstar Plumbing, Heat. & A/C Parties by Ziggy St. James Self Storage Branch Funeral Home Graphics du jour/Our Town Patio Pizza St. James Silk Screen & Bull Fun Farm Harbor Collision Paul James Salon Embroidery Carr Business Systems Harbor Country Day School Penney’s North Country Car Care State Farm Insurance/Winter Castles To Cottages Realty Henrietta Homes & Properties PRC Industries Stony Brook University Century 21 North End Realty Hither Brook Nursery & Florist Preferred Empire Mortgage/ Swaine’s Bait & Tackle Chiropractic Healthcare of Holiday Inn Express/Stony Brook Mondrone Tagi A. Garbizu & Associates St. James Interiors by Louise Proforma Executive Business TAP Consulting, Ltd. Chorus Line Dance Studio J. C. Broderick & Associates Services Times of Smithtown Township Climbing the Walls Interiors King Kullen Grocery Quik Drop of Smithtown Touch of Class Car Wash Commerce Bank Kirin Hibachi Japanese Restaurant Reliance Real Estate & Mortgage TNT Cigar Lounge Costco Wholesale The Knox School ReMax Beyond Tru Salon Creative Windows, Ltd. Lake Village Delicatessen Retnauer Design Associates True Chiropractic, LLC Daniel Gale/Sotheby’s International Laurie Studio R.J.K. Gardens Louise Tudisco / ReMax Summit DeBarbieri Associates - Realtors Law Office of Ann Ball Marc Jay Rosen, C.P.A. Vazac Contracting Corp DeBlasio Capo - Design Build Lesco Construction Roslyn Savings Bank V.F.W. Post 395 DeLorenzo Interiors The Little Gym of Smithtown Sal’s Auto Body Vickers Gallery & Framing James F. Donahue, D.D.S., PLLC Long Island Family Medical Group Scientific Pest Management Villa Sorrento Restaurant Dowling Brothers Autobody Ron & Agnes Maginniss/ Seiskaya Ballet W.B.R. Enterprises - Plumbing Dowling Knipfing & Klein Insurance ReMax Beyond Raymond Semente, Chiropractor Windmill Oil Tank Service East End Interiors Main Street Meats & Catering Smithtown Chamber of Commerce Yellow Cottage Eastern Cesspool Memento Photography St. Catherine of Siena Med. Ctr. Eddie’s Power Equipment Morecraft Construction Co. St. James Beverage Edward Jones/Scott Posner Mozzarella’s Pizza St. James Electrical Contracting
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To the St. James Community, Many thoughts come crowding our brains follow- ing the honor given us and the success of the 2007 St. James Chamber of Commerce St. Patrick’s Day Parade: miraculously-disappearing snow and ice, compliments of the dedicated Smithtown Highway Department, smiling faces, happy music, shouts of joy, shiny Fire Department trucks with their fire fighters at the ready, antique cars, Scouts, our neighbors and friends lining the streets; green, green, more green and then, sparkling sunshine... for what more could any Parade Grand Marshalls wish? To paraphrase the appropriate and seasonal Prayer of St. Patrick: “...Blessings with us; blessings before us; blessings behind us; always looking for ways to improve our hamlet... blessings within us; their parade is just one of the ways the Chamber beneath us; above us; enriches our lives... for this, we are grateful! at our left and at our right...” We thank them, again, for this honor. Here’s hop- It has always been our blessing to live and work ing, too, that everyone enjoyed themselves as much in this special area of Long Island... Saturday, as the Grand Marshalls. March 17, 2007, gave us the opportunity to appre- ciate all over again just how much of a blessing it With our love, prayers and gratitude, truly is! The St. James Chamber of Commerce is Ken and Betty Maher
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St. James Puts On the Green at Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade A dedicated crowd and piles of school bands, fire departments, vet- snow, from the day before, lined erans groups, scout troops, local Lake Avenue for the St. James merchants and more joined in this Chamber of Commerce’s 23rd annual St. James experience. Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. But spirits were high for the marchers on Saturday, March 17, 2007 as the onlookers cheered as the parade passed by. Piper bands,
This year’s Grand Marshalls, Ken and Betty Maher of the St. James Funeral Home, led the parade followed by the Parade Princesses – Kaitlyn Devlin, Morgan Shevlin, Grace Young, and Princes – Sean Culley, Jack Araneo and Connor Ricciardi, and hun- dreds of smiling marchers. continued on following page
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Thank you to King big hit as was the judging of O’Rourke and Competition the Best Leprechaun costume BMW for the loan of the cars contest by our own “lep- that transported the Grand rechaun” Kitty Cronin. Marshalls, princesses and Corned beef and cabbage, princes. Thanks to the Irish soda bread, cookies and Smithtown Highway an assortment of beverages Department and the Suffolk were available for sale by County Police. And much Main Street Meats, Garguilo’s thanks to Donna from Bakery and St. James Bever- Donna’s Sewing Bee for mak- age... really delicious. Girl ing the beautiful grand mar- Scout troops were on hand, shall sashes. selling their cookies too. Thanks go out to the decorat- This year the Chamber ing committee of: Scott held its first annual St. Posner of Edward Jones, Patrick’s Day Festival at Diane Hatton and Lisa Deepwells Farm County Park. Boccone of Vickers Gallery After the parade the man- and Framing, Elaine Holst sion, which was decorated in and Jillian of Allstate - Holst every shade of green, was Agency, Ruth Garthe of Our filled with parade goers and Town, Bill Garthe of Reliance marchers. Demonstrations by Real Estate and Mortgage, students from the Mulvihill- Drs. Hope and Marc Tacza- Lynch School of Irish Dance nowski of True Chiropractic, and a belly dancer were a continued on facing page
Additional photos can be viewed at the Chamber’s website at: www.StJamesChamber.org
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continued from page 91 Regina and Alan Eldridge and Agnes and Ron Maginniss of ReMax Beyond, Denise Davis of Artpix Studio, Peter Kuhn of St. James Lumber, Charlie Janosick of Proforma Executive Business Systems, Laura Davis of the St. James Fire Department, Trish Freda of the Girl Scouts, and Kerry Maher of the St. James Funeral Home along with the girls from the Smithtown East H.S. Field Hockey team; and to Joe Araneo of Dutch Girl Cleaners for delivering the tank for the SPECIAL THANKS go out to Parade Chairperson, Kerry Maher of the St. James balloons that adorned the Funeral Home and the volunteers who worked so diligently to make this house. year’s parade a success. continued on following page
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photos by William J. Garthe, Eddie Banks and Kerry Maher.
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Magdalene John M. Kennedy Hazel Parker Eschbach John M. (Jack) Kennedy, long- Hazel Parker, formerly of Deer time resident of St. James, passed Park, passed away on March 28, Magdalene (Lanie) Eschbach, away on March 26, 2007 at the 2007 at the age of 87. Beloved of Ridge, passed away on March age of 73. He was president of wife of the late George. 31, 2007. She was a former real Nassau-Suffolk Building Trades Cherished mother of Jane and estate broker for Leisure Council, L.I. Cherished husband Ken O’Donnell. Loving grandma Communities. Beloved wife of of Joan. Loving father of John, Jr. of Kerrie (Bryan) Miller and Andrew. Cherished mother of (Leslie), Julie (Tony) Corbisiero, Kristine. Beloved great grandma Sharon and Mark. Loving Nana of JoAnne (Warren) Anderson, of Meghan and Sean Miller. Nicole and Mark. Beloved Jeffrey (Laura), James (Jenny) and A Funeral Mass was held on daughter of Elisabeth Fiedler. the late Jennifer (Alan). Beloved April 2, 2007 at St. James R.C. Loving sister of Anna Marie. Chicky Pop of 14. Devoted son of Church in Setauket. Interment fol- A Funeral Service was held on Cecilia. Loving brother of Bill. lowed at Calverton National April 3, 2007 at the St. James A Funeral Mass was held on Cemetery, Calverton. Funeral Home. Interment fol- March 31, 2007 at Sts. Philip & Arrangements were entrusted lowed at St. James Episcopal James R.C. Church in St. James. to the care of Kenneth J. Maher, Cemetery in St. James. Interment followed at Pinelawn Kerry J. Maher, and Kenneth J. Arrangements were entrusted Memorial Park, Pinelawn. In lieu Maher, Jr. at the St. James to the care of Kenneth J. Maher, of flowers, donations can be Funeral Home. Kerry J. Maher and Kenneth J. made to Covenant House, Times Maher, Jr. of the St. James Square Station, PO Box 731, Funeral Home. New York, NY 10108-0900 in Ronald J. Quinn memory of Jack. Ronald J. Quinn, formerly of Nicoletta Arrangements were entrusted St. James, passed away suddenly to the care of Kenneth J. Maher, on February 21, 2007. He was a Iannacchino Kerry J. Maher, and Kenneth J. retired Sergeant from the Suffolk Nicoletta Iannacchino, of Maher, Jr. at the St. James County Police Department, 4th Smithtown, passed away on April Funeral Home. Precinct in Hauppauge. Cher- 2, 2007. Cherished wife of the ished husband of Catherine. late Thomas. Loving mother of Loving father of Michael (Stacey) Christine and Dr. John Giordano Rosemarie Oliveri and Michele (Richard) Quinn- (owner of St. James Florist), and Rosemarie Oliveri, of Melville, Powell. Beloved Pop of Sydney Louis and Veronica Iannacchino. formerly of St. James, passed and Emma. Devoted brother of Beloved grandmother of Suzanne away on April 7, 2007 at the age Arlene Shaw. (Brett), Maria (Michael), Frank of 75. Beloved wife of the late A service was held on February (Mary), Ann (Joe), Debra (Larry), Mario. Devoted mother of 26, 2007 at Sts. Philip & James Thomas (Rebecca), Louis Thomas, Dominic, Susan and R.C. Church in St. James. (Melissa); and great grandmother Edward Bonacorsi. Beloved sister Arrangements were entrusted of 11. of Patricia, Frances, Albert and to the care of Kenneth J. Maher, A Funeral Service was held on Constance. Cherished sister-in- Kerry J. Maher, and Kenneth J. April 4, 2007 at St. Patrick’s law and aunt. Maher, Jr. of the St. James Church. Interment followed at St. A Funeral Mass was held on Funeral Home. Patrick’s Cemetery, Hauppauge. April 11, 2007 at St. Patrick’s Arrangements were entrusted R.C. Church in Smithtown. to the care of Kenneth J. Maher, Interment followed at Calverton Kerry J. Maher and Kenneth J. National Cemetery, Calverton. Maher, Jr. of the St. James Arrangements were entrusted Funeral Home. to The Branch Funeral Home in Smithtown.
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ongoing opportunities, community services F.YF.Y.I..I. and general information A.A. MEETINGS AMERICAN LEGION HALL place your old, faded and tattered Alcoholics Anonymous holds FOR RENT flags. Once a year, a meaningful more than 400 open meetings each Tables, chairs, kitchen, bar, and dignified ceremony is held to week in Suffolk County. The only heat/AC; Reasonable Rates. dispose of the flags Ð they are requirement for membership is a Sherwood Brothers Post 95, Lake burned and the ashes are buried desire to stop drinking. All are wel- Avenue, St. James. Call on with prayer. come. Monday, Wednesday or Friday A.A. meets every Monday and between the hours of 8 a.m. and 10 FLAG DISPOSAL BOX AT THE Wednesday, at the St. James a.m. 584-9633. VFW POST 395 Methodist Church, off Route 25A A box has been donated by the and Moriches Road, in St. James. CRISIS HOTLINE St. James Post Office and refur- On Mondays a Big Book meeting is RESPONSE of Suffolk County, bished for residents to deposit U.S. held at 6:30 p.m. and a 12-Step Inc. provides a suicide prevention/ Flags which are no longer suitable meeting is held at 7:30 p.m. On crisis intervention hotline, every for use. The flags will be properly Wednesdays a Beginners meeting day, 24-hours-a-day. disposed of with an appropriate and a Topic meeting is held at 7:30 Call anytime if you are feeling ceremony. The box is located at the p.m. sad or desperate, if you are con- side of the VFW Post, at the south Meetings are held each cerned about someone who is, or if end of the King Kullen parking lot. Thursday at 7 p.m. at Temple you just want to talk with someone Isaiah, 1401 Stony Brook Road, who understands and cares. JEWISH STUDY GROUPS Stony Brook.; each Friday at 9 p.m. Talking helps. “FREE” Study Group for commu- at the United Methodist Church, Call: 751-7500 ANYTIME nity seniors is offered at Temple 792 Hawkins Avenue in Lake Beth Chai, 870 Townline Road, Ronkonkoma; 3rd Wednesday of CRISIS ONLINE HOTLINE Hauppauge, on Monday mornings each month at 7:30 p.m. Grace Response of Suffolk County, a at 10-11:30 a.m. Call the temple Baptist Church, Hallock Rd., Lake 24-hour crisis intervention hotline, office for further information at 724- Grove, and each Tuesday and now has a new ONLINE crisis 5807. Thursday at 10 a.m. at Islip Town counseling service, called Lunch & Learn at Temple Beth Beach Pavilion, Rosevale Ave. All Hear2Help. Hear2Help counselors Chai, 870 Townline Road, meetings are free. can be reached online Monday Hauppauge, will meet on the sec- If you have further questions or through Friday afternoons from 3-9 ond Shabbat morning of every would like a list of other open meet- p.m. Log on at responsehotline.org month. No Hebrew or background ings as well as closed meetings, knowledge required. Shabbat serv- call 669-1124, 24 hours, 7 days. EMOTIONS ANONYMOUS ices begin at 9:30 a.m., with Lunch A 12 step program for anyone & Learn following. This program is AMVET POST #55 who is experiencing emotional “FREE” and open to the communi- MEETS IN ST. JAMES problems. There are meetings on ty. For directions call the temple AMVET Post #55 meets the sec- Sunday, 3:30-5 p.m. at Mather office at 724-5807. ond Tuesday of each month at the Memorial Hospital in Port St. James VFW, which is located Jefferson; Saturday evenings from JEWISH WORSHIP SERVICES next to King Kullen on Lake 7:30-9:30 p.m. at St. Thomas Temple Beth Chai, 870 Townline Avenue. The meetings begin at 8 Episcopal Church, Smithtown; and Road, Hauppauge, a Conservative/ p.m. AMVET membership is open on Tuesday evenings from 7:30- Egalitarian Synagogue welcomes to all men and women who have 9:30 p.m. at Atria Assisted Living in the community for Sabbath servic- served honorably in the U.S. Armed South Setauket on Route 247. Call es on Friday evenings at 8 p.m. Forces, Reserves or National John at 584-5604 for additional and Saturday mornings at 9:30 Guard including those men and information. a.m. Call the temple office at 724- women who are currently serving 5807 for directions. our country. Each AMVET post FLAG DROP OFF BOX AT conducts its own local programs AMERICAN LEGION HALL SENIORS WHO CAN’T GET TO and participates in AMVET-related Through the generosity of the St. THE LIBRARY... state and national organization James Postmaster and an old-time A VAN-TASTIC SOLUTION activities. mailman, Tom Swenson, a recondi- Through a cooperative effort For additional information about tioned mail-drop box has been between The Smithtown Library the AMVET’s Post #55 in St. painted and placed to the side of and the Town of Smithtown’s James, contact Mike Guido at the American Legion, Sherwood Senior Citizens Department, trans- 862-7452 and attend the meetings Bros. Hall at 95 Lake Avenue in St. portation is provided for library vis- each month. James for your convenience to its on regularly scheduled dates or
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ongoing opportunities, community services F.YF.Y.I..I. and general information on demand when possible. visiting, or are a community speak- single parent or a single parent On days of planned visits, a van er, please contact chairperson, receiving ADC/TANF you might from the Smithtown Senior Citizens Aviva Guttmann at 724-0424, or qualify for FREE training. Center will take you to any email: [email protected] Registration is in progress for the Smithtown Library Building. If you F-E-G-S Suffolk Vocational need to go to the library when a SENIORS WANTED Center/Displaced Homemaker pro- visit is not planned, call the Senior Do you play Mah Jong? Chess? gram New Directions, Computer Citizen Center’s Transportation Crave socialization? Interested in Skills Training and Brush Up pro- Department to inquire about sched- Adult Education? Book clubs? grams. Enrollment is ongoing for uling an individual visit. To arrange Trips? Lunch dates? Want to meet programs. The New Directions pro- to be picked up for a planned visit and mingle with other seniors? gram offers morning workshops. or to request an individual visit, call Temple Beth Sholom, 433 The Computer Training and Brush- the Senior Citizen Center’s Trans- Edgewood Avenue Smithtown is Up programs include computer lit- portation Department at 265-8811. pleased to offer Seniors reduced eracy classes in Microsoft Word One week’s notice must be given membership fees for their first year and Excel as well as personal skills for a pick up. There is a $1 charge at Temple Beth Sholom. Join now instruction. Call 598-0108 - early each way for transportation ($2 to start enjoying the activities! The enrollment is a must. round trip). time to get involved is now! Interfaith couples welcome. For VOLUNTEERS NEEDED MOMS Club more information call the temple RESPONSE of Suffolk County, The MOMS Club of Smithtown office at 724-0424. Inc. a 24-hour crisis intervention holds its General Membership hot line needs open, caring people meeting on the first Thursday of the PARKINSON PHYSICAL to volunteer 4 hours a week as month at 10 a.m. We are a chapter THERAPY PROGRAM telephone counselors. Training is of MOMS Club International and A physical therapy program is provided. Call 751-7500 anytime. are a support group for the stay-at- available to Parkinson patients at home mom and the mom who the Smithtown Parkinson Therapy Smithtown Parkinson Therapy works part time. We have play- Center. The Center conducts an Center, Route 25, Smithtown is groups, park dates, field trips, and on-going program of exercise and always in need of volunteers to Mom’s Night Out. Our chapter physical therapy, specifically tai- ensure the desired goals it strives serves the Smithtown Township. lored to the needs of each individ- for. No experience is needed for New members and their children ual patient and administered by a just two hours a day, on Monday, are ALWAYS welcome. For more volunteer staff doctor, a physical Wednesday or Friday, from 9:30 to information please contact therapist, nurses and trained volun- 11 a.m. Volunteers are trained by Maureen at 631-862-1033. teer aids. The Center operates on the professional staff. The center www.momsclub.org a not-for-profit basis with only a welcomes present and/or future minimal monthly charge to cover students of physical therapy as vol- OUTREACH SERVICES expenses. For more information or unteers. Anyone with the desire to AVAILABLE if you are interested in volunteer- become a “Help” or a “Hope” Temple Beth Sholom of ing, call 265-6621. should call 265-6621. Smithtown’s Social Action Committee provides outreach serv- RECOVERY MEETINGS VFW POST #395 ices to Smithtown residents and Recovery, Inc., a nonprofit com- John W. Cooke Veterans of surrounding communities on a case munity mental health organization, Foreign Wars Post 395 meets at 8 by case basis. Social Action volun- offers self-help for nervous symp- p.m. on the first Tuesday of each teers are available for visits to local toms, fears, anxiety, depression, month at their Post next to King nursing homes, hospitals and other stress, anger, etc. Meetings are Kullen on Lake Avenue in St. settings to provide friendly visiting, held on Tuesdays, at 7:30 p.m. at James. VFW membership is open and our community food pantry St. James Episcopal Church, 490 to all veterans who have served serves the needy with periodic food North Country Road, St. James. honorably in foreign conflicts in basket deliveries. Monthly meetings For additional information call U.S. Armed forces. For further often host guest speakers from var- 724-5190. information, call 862-7965. ious social service and charitable organizations, and interested SUFFOLK VOCATIONAL speakers are welcome to contact CENTER - FREE TRAINING us for scheduling. If you need the If you are widowed, separated, assistance of the Social Action divorced or in the process of Committee, wish to request friendly obtaining a separation or divorce, a
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CLERICAL HELP WANTED – Part TUTORING – K-6 Certified, PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIR- time position, St. James Financial experienced teacher to tutor basic GIN (NEVER KNOWN TO FAIL) Office. 6-12 hours per week. Call skills, test preparation, enrich- Oh, most beautiful flower of Mt. 631-584-8999. 4/07/dg ment and general confidence Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIR- building. Call Mrs. Hallaran, heaven, blessed mother of the GIN (NEVER KNOWN TO FAIL) 584-3988. tfn/cc Son of God, immaculate virgin, Oh, most beautiful flower of Mt. HELP WANTED – Full-time assis- assist me in my necessity. Oh star Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of tant/administrator wanted for of the sea, help me and show me heaven, blessed mother of the busy St James office. Varied herein, you are my mother. Oh Son of God, immaculate virgin, responsibilities, EXCELLENT work Holy Mary, Mother of God, assist me in my necessity. Oh star environment. Call Maureen at Queen of Heaven and Earth, I of the sea, help me and show me 862-2020. EOP 4/07ej humbly beseech you from the herein, you are my mother. Oh DRIVER WANTED – For local bottom of my heart to succor me Holy Mary, Mother of God, florist deliveries - Spring Holidays in this necessity. There are none Queen of Heaven and Earth, I and Weekends. Call 862-9292. who can withstand your power. humbly beseech you from the 4/07sjf Oh show me herein you are my bottom of my heart to succor me HELP WANTED – St. James mother. Oh Mary conceived in this necessity. There are none health club. Experience preferred without sin pray for us who have who can withstand your power. but will train. Day and/or evening recourse to thee. (3 times). Oh Oh show me herein you are my hours. Call 584-5467. 4/07/cf Holy Mary I place this cause in mother. Oh Mary conceived FOR SALE – LOOPLOC POOL your hands. (3 times). Holy Spirit, without sin pray for us who have COVER - used for only one sea- you who solve all problems, light recourse to thee. (3 times). Oh son. Covers a 16’x34’ pool (like all roads so that I can obtain my Holy Mary I place this cause in new). $750. Call 585-0013. goals. You gave me the divine gift your hands. (3 times). Holy Spirit, 4/07 to forgive and forget all evil you who solve all problems, light OFFICE FOR RENT – ST. JAMES - against me, and that in all all roads so that I can obtain my Newly renovated 800 sq ft. com- instances of my life, you are with goals. You gave me the divine gift mercial office suite with 2 me. I want in this short prayer to to forgive and forget all evil entrances on mail level, bath- thank you for all things as you against me, and that in all room. $1,450 + utilities, central confirm once again that I never instances of my life, you are with alarm system. Immediate occu- want to be separated from you in me. I want in this short prayer to pancy. Call Ruth 862-9849 for eternal glory. Thank you for your thank you for all things as you info. 4/07 mercy toward me and mine. The confirm once again that I never ST. JAMES APT FOR RENT – person must say this prayer 3 want to be separated from you in Private home on lovely street - 2 consecutive days, the request will eternal glory. Thank you for your large bedrooms with plenty of be granted. This prayer must be mercy toward me and mine. The closet space, LR, EIK, loft area, published after the favor has been person must say this prayer 3 use of basement. Private granted. B.D. 4/07 consecutive days, the request will entrance, private driveway and RECEPTION / MEETING HALL be granted. This prayer must be outside deck. Very bright and AVAILABLE FOR USE – St. James published after the favor has been sunny. $1,600 + utilities. Call Bill United Methodist Church offers a granted. T.J.M. 4/07 at 862-9000. tfn spacious meeting hall with com- EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCA- MUSIC STUDIO AVAILABLE - mercial kitchen for civic and sup- TION TUTOR – NYS and AMS Room for Rent - St. James. Call for port groups, receptions, clubs, certified experienced teacher to Details. 873-8126. tfn/tg workshops and seminars. The tutor your pre-k to 3rd grade child HELP WANTED – Homemakers 35’x60’ meeting room has tables, in your home. Develop and are needed for Smithtown’s EISEP chairs, rest rooms and a grand strengthen your child’s reading, (Extended In-Home Service for piano. The Church is located at writing and math skills. the Elderly Program) to assist sen- 532 Moriches Road, Head of the Reasonable rates. Call Jen at 839- ior citizens in the community Harbor. Expansive parking and 5933. 6/07 with laundry, shopping and light handicapped access is provided. APT. FOR RENT – ST. JAMES – housekeeping. Rewarding work - Contact the office at 584-5340 for One bedroom, LR, DR, full bath salaried position plus mileage available dates and suggested and kitchenette. Private entrance reimbursement. NYS driver’s donations. The SJUMC offers and parking area. $900/mo. license required. Please call Roni their facilities as a community includes utilities. Call 584-5067. Negrin at the Smithtown Senior outreach to the St. James area and 4/07/EW Citizens Dept., 360-7615. tfn welcomes all visitors. tfn
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FOR SALE - 2000 Ford Windstar LX. 7 passenger, MEDIA HOUSE, INC. – Betacam SP video produc- A/C, all power, stereo C/D / cassette, 2 sliders, ABS, tion company specializing in corporate, industrial, very good condition. $5,200. 656-6459. tfn commercial and broadcast videos. If your company AMERICAN LEGION HALL FOR RENT – The needs quality video production, call us at (631) 862- American Legion, Sherwood Brothers Post 1152 is 0299. Creative internships available. tfn looking for an organization to rent the American VENDORS WANTED FOR ST. JAMES DAY – Craft Legion Hall by the year. Reasonable rates, air condi- vendors are wanted for the St. James Chamber of tioned, heat, tables, chairs, complete kitchen and Commerce’s 20th annual ST. JAMES DAY, Sunday, good parking. Located at 95 Lake Avenue, St. James. September 30, 2007 along Lake Avenue, rain or Call Mon., Wed., Fri., between 8-10 a.m. Ask for shine. 10-foot spaces are being provided for $95 per William Kennedy. 584-9633. tfn space; after 8/15/07 if available - $115 (no excep- VENDORS WANTED – for St. James General Store’s tions) – bring your own table. No refunds, no rain- Spring Craft Fair Festival on June 2 and 3 from 10 date. St. James Day has been a huge success in the a.m.-4 p.m. All crafts must be handmade. $35/day or past. Call 584-8510 for further information and to $60/weekend. Space is limited and advance registra- receive an application to reserve your space, leave, tion is required. Call for info and application at 854- name, address and phone number on machine. We 3740. 5/07 have over 300 vendors each year. There will be LOOKING FOR HELP? Place a classified ad in Our entertainment throughout the day. We look forward Town and reach over 6,500 families and businesses to seeing you there. 9/07 for only $5 for the first 20 words and .10¢ for each additional word. Call 862-9849 for information or PLEASE NOTE: mail a check to: Graphics du jour, ltd./Our Town, Advertising & Copy Deadline 359 Lake Avenue, St. James, NY 11780. for the May 2007 edition is Thursday, May 10 – 12 Noon
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ANIMAL HOSPITAL Rosebud Boutique FLORIST Saint James Animal Hospital 459 Lake Avenue St. James Florist & Gift Shop 538 North Country Road 862-0027 213 Lake Avenue 584-6336 862-9292 CARPET CLEANING ANTIQUES Proline Carpet Cleaning FUNERAL HOME Sweet Memories 584-2344 Branch Funeral Home 430-6 North Country Road 190 East Main St., Smithtown 584-5767 CESSPOOLS 724-9500 Parrinelli’s Cesspool The Yellow Cottage 981-2665, 265-7214 St. James Funeral Home 415 North Country Road 551 North Country Road 584-5776 CHILD CARE 584-5200 Mommy’s Tyme ART/FRAMING 541 Lake Avenue HEALTH/ FITNESS Life / House Portraits 813-2193 Dr. Charles Bleecher, Dr. Melanie Frank by Darlene Losordo 243 Boyle Road, Selden 584-8522 CHIROPRACTOR 696-2000 Vickers Gallery & Framing Dr. Linda M. Bocchichio Catherine’s Total Fitness for Women 464 North Country Road 105 Lake Avenue S., Nesconset 7 Flowerfield Park - Ste. 88-90 862-8550 979-9854 584-5467 Dr. Gregory R. Thomaier ATTORNEY Energy Interactive Fitness Center 338 Lake Avenue 556 North Country Road Joseph A. Bollhofer, Esq. 584-8100 291 Lake Avenue 862-1737 584-0100, 584-2304 True Chiropractic, LLC Lighten Up - Alicia Watins 631 Lake Avenue Nutrition Specialist Janet O’Hanlon 584-TRUE (8783) Winkler, Kurtz & Winkler, LLP 584-6194 310 Hallock Ave., Port Jefferson Station DENTIST Emrick R. Milligan, M.D. 928-8000 James F. Donahue, DDS, PLLC 487 Lake Avenue Michael E. Segnini, DDS 584-6014 AUTOMOTIVE/REPAIR/SALES 587 Lake Avenue Penney’s North Country Car Care 584-5330 On The Go Fitness 545 North Country Road Personal Training 862-9663 DRY CLEANERS 445-0777 Dutch Girl French Style Cleaners St. James Exxon Jannine Pergola, M.S., LMHC 400 Lake Avenue Route 25A & Moriches Road Psychotherapist 584-3750 584-5798 767-5153
BANKS EVENTS Skin Solutions Plus Roslyn Savings Bank George’s Innovative Inflatables 353 Veterans Highway, Commack 556-02 North Country Road 862-8736 864-1491 862-4200 LISCA’s Spring Concert St. James Plaza Nursing Facility Sat. May 5, 8 p.m. 273 Moriches Road BEAUTY Three Village Church, Setauket, 751-2743 862-8990 Pat’s Place Hair Salon 230 Lake Avenue Sandy Deck’s Parties HOME IMPROVEMENT / ARCHITECT 862-7023, 584-9644 430-5 North Country Road Autonomousdesign 584-7800 Paul James Salon 22 Stonegate 556 North Country Road Sunrise Fund Walk-a-Thon 724-7726 862-8622 St. James Elementary School Bayview Kitchens 580 Lake Avenue, Sunday, May 6, 8 a.m. Scruples ‘Head to Toe’ 735 Middle Country Road 265-5965 455 Lake Avenue EXTERMINATING 584-8030 Scientific Exterminating D-Clutter TNT Nails 599 Lake Avenue 689-6744, 886-1212 487 Lake Avenue 265-5252, Fax: 862-7272 DeBlasio Capo Design Build 584-7974 FINANCIAL 273 Lake Avenue Tru Salon Edward Jones Investments 584-5503 437-A North Country Road Scott Posner, CFP Debus Painting & Wallpapering, Inc. 584-2210 542 North Country Road 862-2020 862-7924 BOUTIQUE / GIFT / HOME DECOR Preferred Empire JBL Home Improvements Julie’s Home & Garden Accessories 584-0136 529 Lake Avenue Ann Mondrone, Loan Officer 862-8943 547-5151, ext. 308 Master Fix It 584-5993, Cell: 516-380-0727 Laura’s Basket House Reliance Mortgage / William Garthe 430-07 North Country Road Registered Mortgage Broker Michael Macrina Architect, P.C. 361-7000 359 Lake Avenue 409 Lake Avenue 862-9000 686-6585
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Morecraft Construction PHOTOGRAPHY Mauricio’s Orlando’s II Restaurant 584-7010 Laurie Studio 645 Middle Country Road 862-0031 265-9228 St. James Kitchens & Cabinetry 213 Lake Avenue PLUMBING & HEATING Mozzarella’s Pizza 686-5065 Goldstar Plumbing, Heating & A/C 600 Middle Country Road 979-9009 Vazac Contracting 88 Railroad Avenue 333 First Avenue - Suite 1 584-3839 Ocean’s Bounty Seafood 584-7817, Fax 584-0198 WBR Plumbing & Heating 415 North Country Road 862-5779 862-4228 INTERNET - SHOPPING / SELLING Oscar’s of St. James Sell It At Frankieg’s - E-Bay REAL ESTATE [email protected], 516-606-2154 552 North Country Road Century 21 North End Realty 584-4600 960 Jericho Turnpike INSURANCE 724-8500 Patio Pizza Allstate / Darcey & Mackenzie 262 Lake Avenue 872 Jericho Turnpike Daniel Gale / Sotheby’s / 862-7475 265-5800, Fax: 265-5807 Frank Huntington Division 499 Lake Avenue Pollo Rico Latin Bistro Allstate / Holst Agency 584-6600 2435 Middle Country Road, Centereach 428 Lake Avenue 471-0585 584-4800 DeBarbieri Associates 406 North Country Road Tic Toc Cafe Nationwide / Barson Associates 862-7447 410 Lake Avenue 207 Hallock Road, Stony Brook 584-2074, Fax 584-0003 689-6100 Henrietta Homes & Properties 328 Lake Avenue Villa Sorrento New York Life / Lawrence Glazer 862-6999 823 Middle Country Road 576 Broad Hollow Road, Melville 265-9865 391-3490 Dave & Rowena Nedvin ReMax.Finest Voila! The Bistro State Farm / Jim Winter 750-0499, 724-9800 244 Lake Avenue 320 Lake Avenue 584-5686, 584-5682 584-5929 Prudential Douglas Elliman Real Estate 220 Lake Avenue SCHOOLS / CAMPS INTERIOR DESIGN / DECORATING 584-7000 Tutoring / SAT / Consulting Creative Windows, Ltd. 367 Lake Avenue Reliance Real Estate AJM Consulting - College 366-0212 359 Lake Avenue 258 Woodlawn Avenue 862-9000, Fax: 862-2881 576-7189 Deborah Vassar Interiors 11 Redwood Lane, Smithtown ReMax/Beyond Bridge College Consultants 979-2617 556 North Country Road 516-662-1612 862-1100 Natalie Weinstein Home Decorating Club Harbor Country Day School 176 Second Street RESTAURANTS 17 Three Sisters Road 862-6198, Fax: 862-7834 Deli / Catering / Seafood 584-5555 Bagel Paradise St. James United Methodist Nursery LANDSCAPING & DESIGN 418 North Country Road 532 Moriches Road Herman Bros. Landscape Contracting 584-8153 584-9555 360-2939 BLT Café Village Presbyterian Pre-School Homestead Landscaping 521 Lake Avenue 175 East Main St., Smithtown 588-5296 584-4229 724-9382 Longo’s Landscaping Bella Vita City Grill SWIMMING POOLS 862-8605 430-16 North Country Road Power Pool Care 862-8060 RJK Gardens, Inc. 425 North Country Road 862-7056 Cambria Fine Foods 979-POOL (7665) 420 North Country Road Strike Force Landscaping Sundance Swimming Pools 862-8200 382-9300 862-1900 Cool Beanz LIMOUSINES 556-04 North Country Road TOYS Noel’s Limousine Service 862-4111 Lainie’s Way Educational Toy Store 584-6007 109 Main Street, Port Jefferson Village Lake Village Deli 474-5558 North Country Limousines 454 Lake Avenue 467-4400 584-5780, Fax: 584-7271
PETS / GROOMING Lotus East St. James Dog Grooming 416 North Country Road 425 North Country Road 862-6030 862-7288
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