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WHISPER THE BULL made an appearance on Lake Avenue recently to check on the progress of the massive revitalization taking place along Lake Avenue. Apparently he was very pleased as he posed with the workers who took a short break for this photo shoot. Special thanks to all the workers who have gone out of their way to help the businesses during this trying time. We all can’t wait to see the results... Lake Avenue will be absolutely fabulous! – 2 – COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES are being LISTED and SOLD

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IN THIS ISSUE

Our Town MERCHANT SPOTLIGHT NEXXDigital ...... 4 S • T • J • A • M • E • S AROUND TOWN Arline Goldstein Named to STAFF Citizens Advisory Board for the Arts...... 6 Ruth Garthe ...... Editor Bringing People Together Through Music ....8 Robin Clark ...... Associate Editor IN THE NEWS Debbi Spiegel . . . . . Feature Writer Town of Smithtown Live Music Series ...... 10 15 Year Old Hero Honored ...... 12 William Garthe ...... Advertising Mercy’s Home Care COVID19 Response ...... 14 Sales Daring Rescue Reunites Family With Lost Cat ...... 16 LISCA Vocal Musician Scholarship Winners Announced ...... 18 OUR TOWN HISTORICALLY SPEAKING ...... 20-22 – ST. JAMES – THE WINE DOWN: The Taste of Summer ...... 24 is a monthly publication produced YOU CAN HELP exclusively for the people of Smithtown Animal Shelter Looking for St. James, Nissequogue and Short Term Foster Homes for Dogs and Cats ...... 26-28 Head of the Harbor, L.I., N.Y. ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Call 631-862-9849 for Documenting the Coronavirus Pandemic Advertising & Copy Deadline at the Smithtown Library and the Long Island Museum ...... 28

Smithtown Historical Society Happenings ...... 30 OUR TOWN is mailed directly to Programs Offered at Your Library ...... 32-40 every residence & business in the 11780 zip code area IN THE SCHOOLS ...... 42-52 (6559 total copies mailed) FINANCIAL FOCUS: St. James Post Office Permit #10 St. James, NY 11780 Can You Lower Your “Reliance Rate” During Retirement?.. 54-55

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Leg. Robert Trotta Appoints Arline Goldstein of St. James to the Citizens Advisory Board for the Arts Suffolk County Legislator president of the Smithtown Robert Trotta has asked Arline Arts Council and a retired Goldstein, of St. James, to serve teacher of Art and Gifted Chil- as his appointee to the Suffolk dren at the Longwood School County Citizens Advisory Board District. In her studio on Lake for the Arts. Established in Avenue, she teaches drawing 1978, the board suggests, and painting to adults, and in reviews and recommends this pandemic holds classes on policies and programs for the Zoom,” said Suffolk County arts. A major function of the Legislator Rob Trotta. board is the allocation of grants In addition to her artwork, to various artistic and cultural Ms. Goldstein is a founding organizations. The position is member of “Celebrate voluntary. St. James,” a non-profit organi- “Ms. Goldstein brings an in- zation whose mission is to pre- credible wealth of talent to the serve and promote the culture board as she is an artist, who and arts of St. James. As vice has had her work exhibited president of the organization, throughout Long Island and she initiated “Art Walk” on Manhattan. She is a past Lake Avenue in St. James. Arline Goldstein

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OUR TOWN • JULY 2020 – 8 – AROUND TOWN

Bringing People Together Through Music by Patricia Busby & Patricia Clark 29 at 7 p.m. as movie aficio- The summer of 2020 has nado, Frank Socci, shares the life arrived and this one will be and work of Carl Reiner, actor, quite different from the lazy, producer and comedian. hazy days of summer we Frank will host a zoom have always known. Cele- webcast to discuss, among brate St. James has been other Carl Reiner achieve- very busy this spring helping ments, five of his movies to with our first responders, be aired on Tuesday evening organizing food drives, and act- July 28 on the Turner Classic ing as a conduit to share impor- Movie channel. So, watch if you tant information from our Town choose or just “Zoom In” to and County officials. Now – it is create an 18-month calendar enjoy the “Carl Reiner Story” time to have some FUN! For July (January 2021-June 2022) with with us. There will be time for and August, we will host our the theme “Hometown Heroes,” audience participation and trivia “Sunday Nights at the Gazebo” is well underway. We have al- as well. Registration for this FREE music series at Long Beach Town ready received some wonderful event is by email to celebratest- Park, so that everyone can prac- artwork and we are still accept- [email protected]. tice social distancing and enjoy ing entries. We are calling upon Stay tuned for more wonderful the “sand and sea” while listen- local artists to submit a photo- news to come – Celebrate St. ing to great entertainment. graph, or a photograph of un- James Park, The Lake Avenue Most importantly, it is an op- framed artwork depicting the Project, and other “safe” events portunity for us to come together calendar theme. Photographers we are planning for our town. and benefit from the unification and artists are encouraged to that music inherently delivers. It’s submit entries to celebratest- “Embracing Our Heroes” been a long time since we have [email protected] with a jpeg by Arline Goldstein shared a moment with each file, along with a brief story (will be featured on the cover of other. These events provide a about the artwork, and the artist’s the “Hometown Heroes” much needed respite from the contact information. The contest Celebrate St. James calendar) challenges we have faced. They winners will be featured in the are a chance to see ourselves calendar. The deadline for once again as a community, contest entries has been ex- smile and wave at our neighbors, tended to August 15, 2020 at watch children playing and 5 p.m. As inspiration, our “Artist- laughing, and enjoy the show. in-Residence,” Arline Goldstein The free shows will start at 6 of Studio 455 Lake Avenue, has p.m. and are open to Smithtown designed the calendar cover, residents and their guests. Music “Embracing Our Heroes,” which “Sunday Nights at the Gazebo” will be performed by The Eagle is truly moving and amazing. For Celebrate St. James River Band on July 26, Penny more information about the FREE Music Series at Lane on August 9, The Ded- calendar contest or to submit LONG BEACH TOWN PARK ications on August 16, and The entries, contact us at Sunday’s at 6 p.m. Rustlers on August 23. Re- [email protected] July 26 |The Eagle River Band member to bring a lawn chair or call 631-686-5644. August 9 | Penny Lane and come to enjoy the music! For the movie buffs, we hope August 16 | The Dedications , In other news, the Celebrate you will join us for an entertain- August 23 | The Rustlers on August St. James Calendar Contest to ing evening on Wednesday, July Bring Lawn Chairs

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Town of Smithtown Live Music Series As Suffolk County enters Stage HOYT FARM the virus, please call the New 4 of reopening, the Town of SUNDAYS AT 7 P.M. York State COVID-19 Hotline at Smithtown Recreation Depart- July 26 1-888-364-3065. ment is pleased to present the Dedications / Naked Truth Always remember to follow community with a summer August 2 appropriate respiratory hygiene lineup of outdoor live music. 70’s Flashback and cough etiquette. Refrain On Friday nights, residents can from touching or handling enjoy live music at Long Beach August 9 objects that are frequently used Black Circle Project in Nissequogue starting at 7 p.m. by the public, On Sundays, head over to August 16 or wash hands/ Hoyt Farm in Commack for ZBTB use hand another fantastic evening of August 30 sanitizer music starting at 7 p.m. The Vibe immediately Concert Schedules are as after. follows: Concerts are FREE for Smith- Remember to LONG BEACH town residents. A Town parking wash hands FRIDAYS AT 7 P.M. sticker or proof of residency is under warm July 24 required upon entering Long water for The Dedications Beach and Hoyt Farm. Social dis- at least July 31 tancing guidelines are in effect. 30 Southbound Residents should maintain six seconds. August 7 feet of distance between others Shecky & The Twangtones outside of the household and wear a face covering when August 14 unable to. Ed Travers Dancing during live music August 21 nights is considered a high risk Andy & The Beach Bullies activity and is prohibited. August 28 Residents are reminded to stay Naked Truth home if you are feeling sick. To September 4 inquire about testing or if you The Jellyband believe you’ve been exposed to

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OUR TOWN • JULY 2020 – 12 – IN THE NEWS

15 Year Old Hero, Who Saved Family From a House Fire, Honored On Monday July 6, 2020, Fed- Supervisor Wehrheim and his eral, State, County and Local family surprised Hailee and her Dignitaries celebrated the heroic younger sister Madison with Actions of 15-year-old Hailee brand new Globe Cruiser skate- Hurtado in front of friends, boards to replace their prized family and neighbors. possessions which were de- Hailee was presented with stroyed by the blaze, along with awards and declarations for her a gift card to Sweet Impact heroic actions which saved her Skateboards to be outfitted with entire family from a devastating additional gear and accessories. house fire. When a good samaritan The Smithtown Fire Depart- learned of Hailee’s story, St. ment and Chief’s Office was James resident and Business moved by the bravery and fast Agent for Local Plumbers Union actions of 15 year old Hailee 200, Mario Mattera, drove across Hurtado, auguring a very differ- Long Island to surprise the entire ent outcome, had she delayed family with new bicycles. her rescue by seconds. “From my entire family to “I have always been in awe of yours… I hope you can enjoy a Hailee Hurtado the way our First Responders run little bit of normalcy on these who confirmed a fire in the ga- into a burning building… But bikes together as a family. And rage of the home located on imagine the courage it took for when you ride them, I hope you Stuyvesant Lane in Smithtown. this young lady to spring into ac- think of the words Smithtown He began evacuating his wife, tion the way she did. The Hur- Strong, because that’s what you Evelyn and younger daughter, tado family has lost their home, are Hailee.” Madison while Hailee ran down- their memories and keepsakes – -MARIO MATTERA, BUSINESS AGENT, stairs for her grandmother. Jona- but they still have each other... LOCAL PLUMBERS UNION 200 than safely removed his wife and thanks to Hailee. It’s a privilege younger daughter from the home to honor Hailee in this fashion.” On Friday, June 26, 2020 at and went back inside. Hailee -SUPERVISOR ED WEHRHEIM approximately 2:30 a.m., 15- had already begun to assist her year-old Hai- grandmother, who requires a lee Hurtado cane to walk, from the lower detected the level of the home, (where the fire smell of smoke originated) guiding her to the in the house front entrance. Father and daugh- and immedi- ter aided the grandmother up a ately woke her flight of stairs and outdoors to father, Jona- safety. By the time they had than Hurtado, continued on page 14

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Daring Rescue Reunites Family With Lost Cat LOST CAT IS RESCUED AFTER BEING STRANDED 50 FEET UP FOR 3 DAYS One lucky feline is holding on the Nesconset Fire Department after photos of the daring rescue to all of his nine lives at home. came to the rescue, in an at- flooded social media. The adven- Tiger, a domestic shorthair tabby tempt to use a ladder to get the turous feline is now safe at cat, went missing recently. The job done. home, enjoying climbing on Town of Smithtown Animal After multiple rescue attempts furniture indoors, with Shelter was called to dispatch by Animal Control, Traffic Safety his grateful family. Animal Control Officers to res- and the Nesconset Fire Depart- cue a cat, when a Nesconset res- ment had proven unsuccessful, ident heard meowing from one the Smithtown Animal Shelter of her trees. Tiger had climbed had one last hope to get Tiger well over 50 feet up in the tree down safely. Did You Know: and appeared to be in distress. Omar, a Tree Climber from Im- The Smithtown Animal Shelter Normally a cat will climb pressive Properties had arrived often dispatches Animal Control down on its own, after they grow on the scene just in time. Omar Officers to rescue wildlife such thirsty or hungry. However, it be- scaled the massive tree, limb to as Great Horned Owlets, after came apparent that Tiger was un- limb, with only a harness and falling from nests. When a tree is able to get down on his own, helmet until he reached the very higher than 20 feet the Animal after being stuck for three days. top, where Tiger had ascended. Shelter reaches out to a Tree Director of Smithtown Traffic Omar carried Tiger down the Climber to reunite wildlife with Safety, Mitch Crowley, arrived on tree, lowering himself with one its natural habitat. If you observe the scene to observe whether a hand until the Animal Control indigenous wildlife in distress bucket truck would be able to Officers could assist in placing within the township, please call reach the feline. After noting the the cat in a secure kennel. Tiger’s the Smithtown Animal Shelter at truck would not reach the cat, owner got word of his recovery, 631-360-7575.

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LISCA Vocal Musician Scholarship Winners Announced by Martina Matkovic winners, wishing them well as The Long Island Symphonic they pursue their chosen careers. Choral Association (LISCA) is First place winner, Lindsey pleased to announce the winners Pitchard, would have had a role of their Vocal Musician Scholar- in LISCA’s annual Spring concert ship Competition of 2020. as a soloist. The cancellation of Lindsey Pitchard from West exceedingly well qualified to the concert due to the pandemic Islip H.S. placed first with a make the selection as highly was unfortunate and disappoint- scholarship in the amount of trained career musicians as well ing for all. $750. In second place was Jaden as volunteer singers from LISCA. The Long Island Symphonic Brown from Brentwood H.S., The selection process required Chorus, was founded in 1968 for with an award of $350, and of each candidate a mail-in the benefit of local members of Sarah Jordan from Riverhead audio/visual disc demonstrating the community who love to H.S., was awarded $200. their talent, then viewed by each learn, sing and perform choral The following four students member of the committee. In music. For more than 50 years were named Honorable Men- non pandemic times a live au- LISCA has enhanced the cultural tion; Paul Manzo and Gabriella dition is preferred. life of our community with sea- Acquafredda, both from Mt. The members of the commit- sonal concerts of beautiful and Sinai H.S., Esther Duclair from tee wish to thank the vocal challenging choral repertoire that North Babylon H.S. and Justin teachers of these students for span the ages, from early music Velez from Brentwood H.S. presenting such talented and to contemporary. The auditioning committee well-prepared applicants. You By offering scholarships to tal- was comprised of LISCA’s direc- made the job of selection very ented, qualified students they tor, Eric Stewart, as well as challenging indeed. LISCA’s hope to promote and encourage members of the chorus, all membership congratulates the continued on page 58

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LIVES, LOVES AND LAMENTS OF THE PEOPLE OF ST. JAMES William J. Ryan’s Country Estate In Nissequogue by Bradley Harris, overlooking St. James Harbor. Club, you have seen the house Smithtown Historian William J. Ryan started build- with its impressive entranceway ing his dream house in Nisse- constructed with beautiful black Especially for Our Town, I am quogue in 1929, not exactly an and white marble, been awed by writing a series of short stories auspicious year to be building a the sweeping circular staircase about people who made St. home. William J. Ryan was the that leads to the second floor, James their home not so long owner and publisher of a very and been floored by the spectac- ago. I hope that these stories popular weekly magazine known ular view off the back of the will add to your knowledge as the Literary Digest. The Lit- house. It’s an incredible house and appreciation for the won- erary Digest was the current and William J. Ryan enjoyed life derful history of our town, St. events magazine of the time and on his country estate entertaining James. was widely read across the guests. Those who wished to do United States. Apparently the so could practice their golf game Most people who live in St. magazine generated enough in- on several golf holes surrounding James are familiar with the Nis- come so that Mr. Ryan could the house, or they could get sequogue Golf Club and its purchase an immense tract of horses from the stables and ride beautiful clubhouse, but very land on St. James Harbor, hire an through the wooded countryside few people know that not so architect to design his dream or play polo on the estate’s polo long ago it was the country es- mansion, and then pay to have it field. The Ryan estate became tate of William J. Ryan. He was constructed during the depres- the social center for many the man who had a magnificent sion. people in the Nissequogue area home built high on a hill, in the If you have been in the club- where they gathered to play golf midst of rolling wooded terrain, house of the Nissequogue Golf continued on page 22

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William J. Ryan’s Country Estate continued from page 20 or ride to the hounds. But this all Nissequogue Golf Club today changed when Mr. Ryan’s luck ran out and he lost his fortune. It all began with the Presiden- tial election of 1936. In that year, Franklin D. Roosevelt ran for ree- lection and was opposed by Gov. Alfred M. Landon of Kansas. Mr. Ryan’s Literary Digest conducted a national poll to determine the sentiment of the American people. His magazine was one of the first in the nation to conduct such polls and his polling methods had always accurately registered public opinion. His readership had come to accept hold on to his house in Nisse- Nissequogue Golf Club, Inc., ac- his polls as infallible. The Literary quogue. But many of his in- quired the property and the Wil- Digest predicted a Landon vic- tended plans for the estate were liam J. Ryan estate became the tory in 1936. Much to his sur- never completed. The library in- Nissequogue Golf Club. prise and the consternation of his side the house was never com- readers, Roosevelt won in a pleted, the interior remained Editor’s Note: coated with raw plaster, the Brad Harris is the Town of Smithtown’s landslide in which the Demo- official Historian. Brad was a High School crats swept every state except stables were never finished and Social Studies teacher who spent 30 Maine and Vermont. Outraged many of the rooms were never years teaching in Commack. As Historian readers cancelled their subscrip- furnished. Mr. Ryan’s days of lav- he has written many newspaper articles tions and the Literary Digest fell ish entertaining were over and on the history of our town, he has pub- lished pamphlets and written histories of from its pinnacle of success. So he lived out his life rattling Commack, Nesconset, St. James, Kings did Mr. Ryan’s fortunes. around in his unfinished man- Park, Hauppauge and Smithtown Branch. In spite of the disastrous turn sion. He died there in 1966 at He resides in St. James. of events, Mr. Ryan managed to the age of 92. It was then that the

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Documenting the Coronavirus Pandemic

At the Smithtown Library The Smithtown Library’s Long Island Room with this effort. https://smithlib.org/documenting. Island Room invites you to par- You can participate in a variety If you are interested in pos- ticipate in an important project! of ways: sibly donating materials to this Over the course of the last few • Collect relevant items you may collection or have any questions, months, the coronavirus pan- come across during your daily please contact the Long Island demic and subsequent shut- activities. Room via email at longislan- downs have had a dramatic • Keep a journal about or other- [email protected]. impact on the entire world and wise reflect upon your experi- Please DO NOT bring any ma- our own community. As chal- ences (i.e. essay, poetry, terials to the Library at this time lenging as these times are, ho- artwork, etc.) OR before contacting the Long wever, it is important to • Share photographs / videos of Island Room. Once the Library recognize and document the his- the way your life or surround- re-opens and it has been deter- torical significance of this period ings have changed mined that we can safely accept so that future generations may For more information about donations, the Long Island Room learn from it. We hope that you this project and collecting exam- will begin collecting these items. may be willing to help the Long ples, visit At the Long Island Museum COLLECTING OUR HISTORY: LONG ISLAND DURING COVID-19 The COVID-19 coronavirus is become the basis of a collection convey copyright (if applicable) the most severe pandemic to im- that helps future visitors under- to the Long Island Museum. pact Long Island since the Spa- stand this historic moment we Select online submissions may nish Influenza of 1918-1919. It is are now living through. be featured on LIM’s website affecting our lives in dramatic People living or working on and/or social media platforms. and sometimes tragic ways. The Long Island, Brooklyn and Due to the volume of submis- Long Island Museum seeks to Queens are encouraged to offer sions we may be unable to indi- collect objects, images, and contributions of any digital or vidually notify people if or when stories about this event to doc- physical item that documents their digital submissions will be ument for future generations how your experience and that of your posted, but encourages you to Long Islanders responded during community during the COVID- follow on Facebook and Insta- the crisis. 19 pandemic. gram. This material is a record of our Material may include photo- The museum prefers not to shared history, and will influence graphs, audio, and video, signs have objects sent to them at this future exhibitions, programs, re- and posters, artwork, masks and time, as their offices are currently search, and other projects. The other personal protective equip- closed. Instead you are invited to Museum is interested in how the ment, home recipes, journals, email at research@longislandmu- virus has impacted victims, med- and planners. Digital items can seum.org with a photo or two of ical personnel and other frontline be emailed to research@long- your object(s), tell a little about workers, the operation of busi- islandmuseum.org. Photos them, and what the best way is to nesses, schools, religious and should be in JPG, PNG, or TIF contact you. If you have any cultural organizations, and the format, audio in MP3 or WAV, vi- questions you can contact Assis- structure and interactions of our deos in MP4, AVI, WMV, or tant Collections Manager, Molly daily lives both large and small. MOV, and documents in PDF, McGirr at The Museum is not currently TIF, PNG, or JPG. [email protected] planning a COVID-19 exhibition; All submissions must be by or Curator, Jonathan Olly at however, these donations will persons 18 years or older, and [email protected].

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Smithtown Historical Society Happenings Since 1955 the Smithtown during the year. For further infor- TALES FOR TOTS Historical Society has worked to mation about any of their pro- 631-360-2480 ensure that the history of Smith- grams call 631-265-6768. Smithtown Historical Society’s town Township and our Long Is- Roseneath Cottage land heritage are preserved and EVENTS 239 Middle Country Road interpreted for the education and Smithtown enjoyment of current and future Hooked on Crochet FREE generations. Mondays, 10 a.m.- 12 noon Storytime for children 3-5 Their mission is carried out Caleb Smith House years with caregiver. 2nd Friday through collection, conservation 5 North Country Road of each month at 11 a.m. and preservation, research, exhi- Smithtown | 631-265-6768 Discover a new theme through bitions, publications, educa- Every Monday you can join in reading each month. Register by tional programs, support of with the Crochet Club to help calling the Smithtown Library at regional heritage organizations, beautify the grounds at the His- 631-360-2480. living history events, community torical Society. All levels are August 14 – library and archives. welcome. Things That Go! The Historical Society main- Sept. 11 – tains six houses and eight out- Summer BBQ A Hungry Storytime buildings at three locations: $25 per person Obadiah Smith House, Caleb Saturday, July 25 Oct. 9 – Boo! Halloween Storytime Smith House and their 22-acre 5-8 p.m. Village of the Branch Historic 211 Middle Country Rd. November 13 – District Site. Smithtown | 631-265-6768 Leaves are Falling The Smithtown Historical So- Dinner will be served between December 11 – ciety, holds a number of events 5-7 p.m. Reservations required. Bedtime Stories

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Programs at Your Library SMITHTOWN LIBRARY services. Despite the limited months to ensure that patrons OPENS THEIR DOORS services, they are looking for- will feel confident that they are After almost four months of ward to reopening their doors to in safe hands upon entering the closure, The Smithtown Library is the community. doors. happy to announce that they are They are committed to the The buildings will be open open to the public. All four health and safety of our com- Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, buildings of The Smithtown Li- munity and have made several Fridays and Saturdays from 9:30 brary will have limited hours and changes over the past few a.m.-5 p.m. Some other changes you can expect include face mask requirements for staff and patrons, computer and quiet rooms by appointment only, re- duced seating, clear protective shields at all service desks, no in-person programs, limited ac- cess to the Children’s Depart- ment and returns in the book drops only. Curbside pickup service will continue for those who do not wish to enter the building. Call 631-360-2480 for ad- ditional information; and for more details on the new guide- lines and safety precautions, visit: https://bit.ly/SmithLibReopening. They look forward to recon- necting with the community.

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Programs at Your Library continued from page 32 Flipster: Access to popular YouTube: magazines with your library @SmithtownLibrary card. New feature: increased

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Programs at Your Library continued from page 36 Paint Pouring CHILDREN

Wednesday, July 29, 4:30 p.m. those in grades 6-12 unless FUN ACTIVITIES Join Ms. Brand to learn how to otherwise noted. The Teen De- TO DO AT HOME use a technique called paint partment is now on Facebook Besides fun programming, the pouring to create a beautiful and and Instagram! Follow to keep Children’s Librarians have been unique abstract work of art. No up to date with programs, vol- compiling lots of activities for artistic ability required, just let unteer opportunities, book talks children and families to do at gravity do the work! No registra- and more. home. Follow Children’s social tion required. This program will media pages or go to the website Instagram: @smithownlibraryteens be shared on the YouTube chan- (www.smithlib.org) to discover nel and Teen’s Facebook page.) Facebook: @Smithtownlibraryteens these activities.

No registration is required for the Harry Potter ONLINE RESOURCES following teen programs. Virtual Escape Room The Library has many resources Friday, July 31, 4 p.m. to help children and parents with Teen Slime Time Calling all witches and wizards. virtual learning.

Friday, July 24, 4:30 p.m. Celebrate Harry Potter’s birthday Brainfuse: Access to live tutors in It’s time to make some slime with this virtual escape room. math, science, reading/writing with Ms. Christ. Try out a cool, No registration required. This and social studies. Also includes new recipe at home. No registra- program will be shared on the a 24-hour online writing lab and tion required. This program will Teen’s Facebook page. After the Homework Question Center. be shared on the YouTube chan- program, the material will be nel and Teen’s, Facebook page. available on the Teen Section of World Book Online: A suite of the Library’s website. online research tools that continued on page 40

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Programs at Your Library continued from page 38 teach kids the joy of reading.

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Stories Around Smithtown Tuesday, July 28, 10 a.m. Travel around the town with Librarians as they read stories and showcase different Smith- town locations. No registration required. This program will be shared on the Children’s Face- book page.

Mix It Up Thursday, July 23, 3 p.m. Read Mix It Up by Herve Tullet and learn all about how colors mix together to create new colors. No registration required. This program will be shared on the Children’s Facebook page.

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Smithtown East Senior Earns Scholastic Honors Smithtown High School East summer allowed Yang to senior Alexis Yang won a indulge her passion for poetry national gold medal in the with an internship at the Walt Scholastic Art & Writing Awards Whitman Birthplace and in the short story category for Historic Site in Huntington. her piece “Austin.” Additionally, she was named a More than 110,000 students 2020 National YoungArts submitted nearly 320,000 Foundation Merit Winner in works of art and writing to the writing/short story. Her work 2020 Scholastic Awards. Yang’s was published in Canvas Teen story was selected by some of Literary Journal’s fall 2019 the foremost leaders in the issue. visual and literary arts for Yang will be attending Bing- excellence in originality, tech- hamton University in the fall. nical skill and the emergence While she has not yet declared of a personal voice or vision. a major, she intends to pursue Only 3,000 works received a further studies in the field of national medal, landing her English. work in the top 1% of all submissions. Alexis Yang The editor of Smithtown Photo courtesy of High School East’s literary Smithtown Central School District magazine, “Solstice,” last Better together. + = SAVE

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Smithtown Seniors Still Get Chance to Celebrate

Although the senior classes at Smithtown High School East and West closed out their end-of-year activities a bit differently this year, they still had plenty of rea- sons to celebrate this June.

The students from both schools had the opportunity to attend a car parade for their senior count- down. In typical years, the stu- dents counted down the last moments in their school while the minutes before the final bell of the school year were dis- played on the football score- board. This year, the students Smithtown drove by in their decorated ve- High School hicles as faculty and staff waved East and at the procession of cars. The West countdown began at 1:03 p.m., celebrated one hour before the last bell seniors’ end sounded. of year activities Gold cord recipients, those throughout who maintained a GPA of 4.0 for June 2020. four consecutive years, had a chance to receive their gold cord Photos awards package, presented by a courtesy of member of the administrative Smithtown team. Later in the week, the sen- Central iors attended a car parade to School pick up their caps and gowns, District. yearbooks and celebratory lawn signs.

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Smithtown High School East’s Members of the National English Honor Society at Smithtown High honor speaker for the Class of School East have taken their book buddies program virtual during quar- 2020 is Erin Holler. antine to help elementary school students with their reading. Photo courtesy of Photo courtesy of Smithtown Central School District. Smithtown Central School District. Honor Society Students Smithtown Take Book Buddies Virtual High School East Smithtown High School East ways to keep the book buddies incoming senior Isabella Sur- running during the quarantine. Selects rusco recently helped facilitate a “My idea was to create a virtual Honor Speaker quarantine version of a service book buddies,” said Surrusco. “I project done by the National created a Flipgrid account where Smithtown High School East English Honor Society (NEHS) our NEHS members could up- has named Erin Holler this year’s this school year. load videos of themselves honor speaker for the Class of One of Surrusco’s favorite ac- reading either a book, short story 2020. Honor speakers are tivities through the NEHS is book or poem. My idea was to send chosen by vote from their class buddies – where Honor Society these videos, or the link to them, peers. members visit an elementary to the elementary school stu- Erin Holler holds a weighted school in the Smithtown Central dents, who might have a harder GPA of 4.26. Her school activ- School District, read to the stu- time learning under the circum- ities include co-president of the dents, and do an activity with stances or might want to hear Math Honor Society, treasurer of them. Due to the coronavirus some literature read to them..” Class Council, captain of the and the closing of schools, this So far more than 20 videos have swim team, school mascot, opportunity was missed. been received from club member of Athletes Helping The NEHS officers, along with members. Athletes and the Physics their adviser brainstormed new Olympic team, National Honor Society, English Honor Society, Social Studies Honor Society SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL MERCHANTS and Spanish Honor Society. Holler will be attending the University of Scranton to study kinesiology.

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Dr. Mark Secaur Named Next Superintendent of Smithtown CSD Following a nearly yearlong pening and restructuring. This is search, the Smithtown Central a very important time, and we School District has found its next are lucky to have two excep- leader. At the June 4, 2020 board tional educators leading us into of education meeting, veteran the future.” educator Dr. Mark Secaur was Dr. Secaur joins Smithtown announced as the next superin- from the Hewlett-Woodmere tendent of schools. Public Schools, where he has Due to COVID-19 and the ex- worked since 2013, currently as tended school closure tempo- deputy superintendent and pre- rarily derailing the district’s long- viously as assistant superintend- and short-term goals, Dr. Secaur ent for curriculum and will began his tenure on July 1, instruction. Prior to Hewlett- 2020 as deputy superintendent Woodmere, Dr. Secaur worked and work directly with interim in the Oceanside School District Superintendent Russell Stewart. as principal and associate princi- Mr. Stewart will remain with the pal of Oceanside High School. district as interim superintendent He began his educational career for up to one year to ensure a as a teacher of special education

successful transition. Together for the New York City Depart- Dr. Mark Secaur has been an-

with the board of education, Dr. ment of Education. nounced as the next superintend-

Secaur and Mr. Stewart will work “I am very excited to be ap- ent of Smithtown Central School

to restructure the current Smith- pointed the next superintendent District. Photo courtesy of town Central School District ad- of the Smithtown Central School Smithtown Central School District. ministration model, consolidate District,” Dr. Secaur said. “I ap- positions, and create a structure plaud the Board of Education for vanced certificate in school ad- that is educationally sound and their forward-thinking and long ministration in supervision from fiscally efficient. view approach to navigating this Brooklyn College, and a Bach- “We are thrilled to welcome important transition, which I be- elor of Arts from SUNY Geneseo. Dr. Secaur to our district,” said lieve will benefit all stakeholders. Additionally, he has served in Smithtown Board of Education It is now my job to make sure leadership roles for a number of Vice President Michael Saidens. their faith in me is well-founded professional organizations, in- “His years of educational and ad- and I uphold my commitment to cluding vice president of the ministrative leadership will be a the Smithtown school com- New York State Association of tremendous resource as we enter munity.” Supervision and Curriculum De- the next chapter of our school Dr. Secaur holds a doctorate in velopment and president of the district. We are also grateful to instructional leadership from St. Long Island Association for Su- Mr. Stewart for remaining part of John’s University, a Master of pervision and Curriculum Devel- our team as we navigate our reo- Science in education and an ad opment. Celebrating a Special Occasion? Share the news with your friends & neighbors in OUR TOWN... Email your celebration announcement and photo(s) to [email protected] or mail to OUR TOWN CELEBRATIONS 359 Lake Avenue, St. James, NY 11780 There is no charge for this service. For further information, call Our Town at 631-862-9849. OUR TOWN • JULY 2020 – 53 –

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Can You Lower Your “Reliance Rate” During Retirement? by Scott Posner, portfolio, your reliance rate is CFP, CRPC, A.A.M.S. 66%. If you have decades to go until Your reliance rate can in- you retire, you don’t need to fluence your emotions and in- panic over volatile financial mar- vestment behavior. A higher kets – you have plenty of time to reliance rate may tempt you to regain lost ground and poten- make emotional decisions during tially achieve more growth in a market decline, since your your investment portfolio. But portfolio is supplying more of what if you are nearing retire- your needs. However, if you re- ment or already retired? After all, spond to a steep market drop by you will probably need to draw making dramatic changes to your on your investments to pay for portfolio, you may actually in- some of the costs associated with crease the likelihood that your housing, food and the many money may not last. This is espe- other expenses you incur in daily cially true if you move a large life. So, is a down market cause portion of your portfolio to cash, for alarm? as cash does not typically pro- It shouldn’t be. And you can vide growth potential to help help reduce your stress level by keep up with inflation. understanding your “reliance as Social Security or a pension – There is no “recommended” rate.” As its name suggests, your to meet your income needs dur- reliance rate for everyone, But, reliance rate tells you how much ing retirement. So, for example, as a general rule, the higher your you rely on your portfolio – if you need $60,000 each year, reliance rate, the more sensitive rather than other sources, such and $40,000 comes from your continued on facing page

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continued benefits as early as 62, but can help you avoid liquidating your portfolio may be to fluctu- your monthly checks will then long-term investments when ations in investment prices. What be reduced by about 30% from their prices are down. can you do, then, to either lower what you’d receive if you this rate or, at least, moderate the waited until your full retire- Your investment portfolio will risk level attached to it? Here are ment age, which is likely be- certainly be a key source of your some suggestions: tween 66 and 67. You can retirement income. And by un- receive even more if you wait derstanding how reliant you are • Adjust your expenses. until 70, at which point your on your portfolio, and the op- During retirement, some of benefits will “max out.” So, if tions you have for reducing this your expenses, such as com- you can afford to push back reliance, the better prepared muting and other costs associ- the date at which you start tak- you’ll be to withstand the inev- itable market downturns. ated with work, will go down, ing Social Security, you could but others – particularly health lower your reliance rate. Editor’s Note: care – will go up. You can’t Financial Focus is a monthly feature control all these expenses, but • Keep cash and short-term written by Scott Posner, CFP, CRPC, the more you can keep them investments in your portfolio. A.A.M.S., an investment representative with Edward Jones Investments. This under control, the less pressure Try to keep about one year’s 130-year-old firm has over 10,000 offices there will be on your invest- worth of living expenses in around the world with one here in town ment portfolio to provide you cash or cash equivalents, and at 542 North Country Road in the with income. about three to five years’ worth Old St. James School House. Mr. Posner has serviced both personal and of expenses in certificates of institutional investors for over 32 years. • Review your plans for deposit and other short-term For more information, or to request Social Security. income-producing vehicles. topics for future columns, You can file for Social Security Having these assets available call 631-862-2020.

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Our Connection With Madagascar by Sally Wellinger Each month in my nature ar- ticle, I cover a topic that relates to Long Island, but this month I am writing about a place over 9,000 miles away, Ranomafana National Park in Madagascar. Madagascar is a large island Re- public just to the east of Africa and they really need our help. If you saw the cartoon movie Mad- agascar, you might recall the special little animal that lives in Madagascar. Madagascar is the only place in the world where le- murs live in the wild. In the movie, Madagascar, all of the different species of lemurs lived together and formed their own little society, which was really cute but not real. In reality, that is not how lemurs live. Some a park that is home to several $1.99. Two local non-profits are lemurs are social and live in critically endangered species of also providing an opportunity to groups of their own species, lemurs. They have helped the learn more. The Center for Envi- while a few other species are sol- economy around the park by ronmental Education and Dis- itary and live by themselves The creating jobs at the Centre Val- covery (CEED) will be providing different species have adapted to Bio, the research center. Centre an online webinar interview with live in various areas around ValBio also helps the com- Dr. Wright, where you will be Madagascar, including rainfor- munities by reducing slash and able to ask Dr. Wright questions ests, dry forests, and rocky areas. burn techniques, promoting re- at the end of the interview. Lemurs have evolved into forestation, educating com- The Long Island Explorium is species of various sizes and be- munities on sustainable farming possibly offering a virtual inter- haviors. Some are diurnal which methods, and providing re- active documentary rainforest means they are awake during the sources for health and hygiene. walk with a guide from Mada- day and others are nocturnal Every year, students at Stony gascar. Keep checking their web- which means they are awake Brook University are selected to sites for these fabulous events. In during the night. Although there travel and work with Dr. Wright addition to these, you can sub- are about 105 different species in Madagascar; and Centre Val- scribe to Centre ValBio (CVB) on of lemurs, many are endangered Bio has become a special place YouTube to hear the latest re- and at risk of becoming extinct for the university to promote garding Ranomafana National in the near future. conservation education and out- Park and other interesting infor- Dr. Patricia Wright is a scien- reach. Since the pandemic with mation. You can also visit the tist at Stony Brook University Covid19, all flights have stopped website for Centre ValBio at who has dedicated much of her going in and out of Madagascar. www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/ life to this special place and the In some ways this is good by centre-valbio/ . animals, plants and people that keeping the virus away from the Dr. Wright and the University live there. Dr. Wright fell in love fragile communities, but in many at Stony Brook are not our only with lemurs early in her career ways this is devastating. Many local Madagascar connection, and has spent many hours re- people and communities in the Herrnstein family, residents searching and studying every- Madagascar depend on tourism of Nissequogue, has dedicated a thing about them. In fact, she and without tourists many are tremendous amount of time in rediscovered a species of lemur without a job. helping the communities in that others thought was extinct. If you would like to learn more Madagascar. Robin and Jim Since Dr. Wright started her about Lemurs in Madagascar and Herrnstein were introduced to research at Ranomafana, she and Dr. Patricia Wright’s work, you the Ifanadiana District in Mada- her team were integral in cre- can rent Island of Lemurs: Mada- gascar by Dr. Wright. Noticing ating Ranomafana National Park, gascar on Amazon Prime for continued on page 58

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A Summer Like No Other by Natalie be, and use the tools available to not inclined to do so – get in that Weinstein, us to do so. hammock, chaise lounge or easy Allied ASID, One great tool is the very chair and read a book, have a IDS home that seems to be closing in conversation with someone you on you! So open the windows love, try a new recipe on your In the very and let the summer in. Add sit- outdoor grill, set up badminton old nursery ting on your outdoor porch to or bocce ball and de-stress. rhyme Henny your morning coffee routine. We still have many things for Penny Think of ways to enjoy family, which to be grateful. So enjoy worries that friends and neighbors respon- your “staycation” summer by “the sky is sibly and at a social distance in making the most of it – and wear falling – the your own back yard. Bring the your mask! sky is falling.” It seems that the party home via “take out” so you sky is falling on all of us, now, as can keep local eateries alive. well. The pandemic is far from You can still continue on

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Our Connection With Madagascar continued from pag 56 co-founded a non-profit organi- ating greater access to health- that much of Dr. Wright’s pro- zation called PIVOT which care, improving vaccine avail- gress has to do with improving works with the Madagascar ability, and reducing infant the quality of life in the com- Ministry of Public Health to mortality. munity, the Herrnsteins wanted build a model health district for They too have been hit hard to ensure the local population the country. PIVOT has success- with the impact from COVID19. could access dignified and effec- fully improved the lives in these The restrictions and closures of tive health care. To this end, they Madagascar communities by cre- flights in Madagascar have not only stopped people from enter- ing or leaving the area, it has also made the delivery of impor- We Ship tant supplies and medications Nationwide Kosher challenging. These communities have learned to sew their own Bakery masks and create their own dis- infectants and hand sanitizers. If you are interested in helping out PIVOT in providing healthcare to low income communities in Gourmet Madagascar you can visit their website at www.pivotworks.org . Cupcakes, Cakepops & French Macarons Editor’s Note: Sally Wellinger, a St. James resident for over 30 years, is a wife and mother of four children. She is a NYS Elementary teacher certified in PK-6 grade, Biology and General Science grades 7-12 and is an outdoor environmental educator. Sally will be writing nature inspired #1 In GLUTEN FREE articles each month. Children’s Cakes DESSERTS LISCA continued from page 18 the love, appreciation and ad- vancement of the choral arts for the coming gener- ations. “If Music Be the Food of Love, SUGAR FREE Sing on, Sing On” is a musical ar- rangement by LISCA’s founder, COOKIES & Gregg Smith, inspired by a line BROWNIES from William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night.” CURB SIDE PICK UP May future generations SING 20% OFF AVAILABLE ON, SING ON! ANY PURCHASE $5 MAXIMUM DISCOUNT Exludes All Holidays With coupon only • 1 per customer Not combinable • Expires 8/18/20

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7 Easy Ways to Safeguard Your Hearing This Summer by William Kent 4. Limit your time in Summer is here! And noisy environments. so is the noise. It’s a great Do all you can to time for fun. But it’s also limit the length of extremely important to time you spend in a be smart about protect- noisy environment. ing your hearing. When you do partici- Remember, the single pate in noisy activ- bang of a firecracker at ities, alternate them close range can per- with periods of quiet, manently damage hear- to give your ears a ing in an instant. And rest. And remember to any sounds at or above use ear protection. 85 dB for a prolonged period of time can be un- 5. Turn it down. When safe. “Temporary” hear- listening to smart ing loss after loud events phones and audio and activities quickly electronics, keep adds up, with repeat VOLUME them at a low vol- noise exposure leading ume. And be sure to to permanent hearing loss; that festival-goers who wore limit your use of headphones there’s no cure for that. earplugs were about five times and ear buds. Remember, it’s not Millennials and teens espe- less likely to have some tem- just the volume that matters. It’s cially should think twice. Data porary hearing loss than those also the amount of time spent lis- analyzed by the World Health who didn’t wear them. The tening. Organization (WHO) indicate earplug-users also were less that among these age groups (12 likely to have some temporary 6. Visit your local hearing to 35 years), nearly 50% are ex- hearing loss than those who healthcare professional for posed to unsafe levels of sound didn’t wear them. The earplug- custom-fit ear protection. from the use of personal audio users also were less likely to Hearing care professionals devices, and around 40% are ex- experience ringing in the ears provide custom ear protection posed to potentially damaging (tinnitus) afterwards. to ensure a comfortable levels of sound at entertainment proper fit . venues. And teens are increas- 2. Be smart celebrating. Leave ingly experiencing tinnitus- the fireworks to the profes- 7. Last but not least. If you have which tends to be a symptom of sionals. And when watching a not had your hearing tested, hearing loss. show, stay a safe distance especially if you’re over the But you can have fun and be away – where you can enjoy age of 50 years old – establish “hearing smart” at the same the colors and lights but not a hearing baseline and track time. Here’s a shortlist of six easy expose yourself and your every 2 years, every year if a ways for protecting your hearing: family to the loud sounds. hearing loss is present. Most Wear earplugs, and make sure medical insurance coverage 1. Use earplugs. When you they’re securely in place covers all or most of the cost. know you’ll be around loud before the show begins. Treat your ears the same as sounds, use earplugs. Dispos- Also, keep them in for the other parts of your body. Re- able earplugs, made of foam entire show. member blood test, eye test, or silicone, are carried by “what about your ear test”? many local pharmacies. 3. Walk away and plug your Take a hearing test sooner They’re practical because you ears. If a loud noise takes you than later. can still hear music and con- by surprise, quickly plug your versation when they’re in your ears with your fingers and Editor’s Note: ears. But when they fit snugly, walk away. Increasing the dis- William Kent is the Founder and Director of Long Island Hearing, an Audiology and they help block out danger- tance between you and the Hearing Instrument Practice established ously loud sounds. In fact, one source of the sound helps re- in 1985. With offices in both Nassau and study, carried out in conjunc- duce the intensity (or decibels) Suffolk Counties, they can be reached at tion with an outdoor music at which the sound reaches 1-800-698-5200 for more information or festival in Amsterdam, found your ears. to schedule an appointment.

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Ask Ron Villano Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, it’s not really right, but the other part says it is for ASAC, CCH is the leading ex- protection from so many things. My mom says I’m pert in working through just trying to control what I can’t control and am change. As a father who lost running scared. I get what she is saying, but just for his 17-year old son in an auto now isn’t it ok to continue to isolate until things set- accident, he always speaks tle down? — On the run from the heart. As a licensed mental health counselor, he Dear On the Run guides others on how to work This is an excellent example of the confusion through difficult times. As a that so many people are facing right now. Is it OK, national speaker and author should I go to this place, what do I do to keep my of The Zing, Ron has appeared family safe? And there are just as many answers, on TV and radio throughout the world. He will help you to even more at times, then there are questions. So Embrace the Power of Change take the world out of your decision and start by in your personal and professional life. making choices that fit you… after a bit of self-re- flection. Think about your responses to the follow- ing sample questions: Dear Ron It seems like as a society we are going from one 1. If you stay where you are at, does it feel like you thing to another. From Coronavirus to activist are “trapped” and need to “get out?” movements it just seems like I can’t keep my family safe. We are starting to get invitations to outdoor 2. If you decide to go into a social setting are you gatherings but to be honest, I would rather just get doing it because “you have to?" in my camper and run away and keep me, my hus- band and kids away from everyone. Part of me says 3. Do you see yourself staying “isolated” as the only solution to living life?

If any of these answers are yes, then the reason behind your decision may be based upon the emo- tion of the moment. You can still make the choice, but know that there is a difference between “Going camping to escape and try to ensure my family will not get sick” and “Going camping to enjoy family time.” When basic things like health are being challenged, the feelings of losing control is very common. The responses can transfer the reality — like a diagnosis which is not your choice — to a response where you choose to do things that you can control… like self-isolation, eating too much, or over-stepping boundaries. Make your choices with the idea that you are doing them “just for now” and stay in the mode of checking in with yourself on how you are feeling. It is one of the best ways to navigate uncertain times and still con- tinue to move forward with life.

Editor’s Note: Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH, is the founder and director of Family & Personal Counseling, located at 872 Middle Country Road in St. James. He is an author of the book The Zing, has appeared on national TV, along with appearances on the Verizon FiOS1 network. With offices in St. James, Bohemia, East Islip, Levittown and Maspeth and a staff of 20 therapists from all backgrounds – Family & Personal Counseling addresses individual and family concerns of all ages. For additional information call 631-758-8290 or visit www.FamilyAndPersonalCounseling.com and www.RonVillano.com to listen to his featured interviews.

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EMPOWERED LIVING Enjoying the Great Outdoors by Terri Pace come to understand that each These intrinsic qualities of an gift of nature has a unique and essential oil hold health benefits Nature’s beautiful role in the grand design for us when we use them: Pro- Chemistry of creation. tection, Restoration, and Com- What “Every particular in nature, a munication (cellular). words do leaf, a drop, a crystal, a moment I use in my of time is related to the whole, Super Simple Recipes to Help description of and partakes of the perfection of Us Enjoy the Great Outdoors an essential the whole.” 1. Ways to Use Essential Oils for oil? ~RALPH WALDO EMERSON Protection Naturally Occurring | Volatile Keep your digestive and im- | Aromatic Compound | Created for a Purpose mune systems functioning high Messenger Molecule “Essential oils are a mix of vol- all year round with these simple In other words, it is Nature’s atile organic compounds that daily routines. Chemistry. contribute to the fragrance and The chemistry of an essential well-being of the plant. Essential Immune Booster oil is liberated from the plant oils contain numerous com- Applied topically to the bot- material during the distillation pound constituents that serve tom of your feet (or taken inter- process. What a marvelous dis- several purposes for the plant: nally in a capsule), you can covery but one that arouses my • Protection and responses to easily support your immune curiosity. environmental threats; function with these essential oils, • Why does a plant produce that • Restoration from internal and used individually or in combina- chemistry in the first place? external damage; tion: Copaiba, Frankincense, • What is the purpose of that es- • Protection from sun and other Lemon, Oregano, and Tea Tree sential oil? elements; and (Melaleuca) essential oils.* • How does that chemistry help • Communication through fra- the human body? grance to insects or other Digestive Comfort Simply observing nature is a plants.” During summer months of wonderful foundation for many ~ESSENTIAL OILS UNLOCKED, parties and barbeques, we may great discoveries. In this, I have SECOND EDITION BY PJ HANKS stray off our normal healthy diets. Using these essential oils daily, individually or in combi- nation, can protect our digestive tract from discomfort, while si- multaneously boosting immune function: Coriander, Fennel, Ginger, and Peppermint essen- tial oils.* 2. Ways to Use Essential Oils for Restoration Busy lives do not take seasonal breaks. The arrival of summer can tax our energy and bring on additional tension. Long days in the sun can “stress” our skin as well. Use these two simple reci- pes to help restore healthy bal- ance.

Quick Pick-Me-Up Feeling drained with lots to do on your list? Combine one drop of Peppermint and Wild Orange essential oils in your palm, rub continued on facing page

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continued keep the pests away when we Note: Essential oils are safe, therapeuti- your hands together and breathe are enjoying the great outdoors! cally effective and very affordable. Ho- wever, not all essential oils are created in deeply through your nose. This equal. Be an educated consumer and use will invigorate your mind and lift Pest Repellant Spray only certified pure, therapeutic grade es- your mood. You can use as often Combine 20 drops of each Ar- sential oils for your family! Make sure the as you like as you continue to borvitae, Cedarwood, Eucalyp- chemistry you need is in the bottle at check things off your list.* tus, Lemongrass, and Peppermint your fingertips!

in a 16-ounce glass bottle with * These statements have not been eval- spray top and fill with purified uated by the Food and Drug Admin- water. Apply liberally to exposed istration. The products mentioned are skin to keep the pests and ticks not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or away. Have a particular pest in prevent any disease. your garden or yard? Attend my Editor’s Note: workshops or reach out to me by Terri Pace and her family are longtime phone or email and I will share residents of St. James and owners of how to customize your pest con- Pace’s Steak House in Hauppauge, NY. After Sun Soothing Spray trol with natural solutions! Terri is a certified Holistic Health Coach. She is an educator, sharing her experi- Combine 8 drops of each Lav- ences and knowledge on the use of ender, Tea Tree and Peppermint Plant Protecting Spray simply natural solutions to support the essential oils with one cup of Simply add 20 drops of Pep- structure and functions of the body for aloe vera juice, one teaspoon of permint essential oil in a 16- optimal health and wellness. Terri invites vitamin E, and ¼ cup of fraction- ounce glass bottle with spray top you to contact her for a FREE private, per- sonal wellness consultation and to get ated coconut oil in a 16-ounce and fill with water. This simple samples of essential oils which can sup- glass bottle with a spray top. DIY uses the power of Pepper- port your specific wellness goals: Spritz and feel the relief from mint essential oil to ward off un- [email protected] For more in- those sunny days! wanted visitors like ants, aphids, formation on other events and weekly workshops available: visit http://simply- 3. Ways to Use Essential Oils for beetles, caterpillars, fleas, flies, naturalseminars.eventbrite.com or call Communication plant lice, spiders, and more. Terri at 631-487-1627 - no purchase nec- The aromatic compounds of And if you are working up a essary to attend. You can also find short essential oils help the plant to at- sweat while gardening on a hot webinar recordings on different health tract pollinators or repel pests. day, simply spray yourself for a topics on my Vimeo channel: https://vimeo.com/simplynatural And this attribute can help us cooling skin sensation.

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New Arrival On April 28, 2020, 97-year-old James Dowling welcomed his first great great grandchild, Benjamin Michael. Benjamin was so eager to meet all his relatives he came almost seven weeks early weigh- ing 3 lbs. 10 oz. Benjamin has 12 aunts and uncles, 27 cousins, and 34 grand cousins. His great grandparents are Aniela and Jeff Dowling of St. James and Fran and Paul Shapiro of Holbrook. First time grandparents are Bobby and Coryn Mullady of Holbrook. Benjamin is the apple of his mother’s Hannah’s eye.The entire Dowling, Shapiro and Mullady families congratulate Hannah and Benjamin.

Great great grandpa James Dowling with little Benjamin Michael. Congratulations Graduates Named to the * * * Dean’s List St. James resident Jennifer Leddy was among the 506 gradu- St. James residents, Maxx Ha- ates awarded degrees at Cente- genbruch, Alina Ingarozza and nary University’s 145th Alexa Ondrush have been Commencement by President named to the Dean’s List for the Bruce Murphy, Ed.D. Held vir- Spring 2020 semester at High tually due to the COVID-19 pan- Point University in High Point, demic, the ceremony was held North Carolina. on May 9, 2020 the day origi- In order to be named to the nally set aside to honor the Class Dean’s List students must attain a of 2020. Reflecting the ongoing 3.5 or higher GPA for the pre- pandemic, the theme of the vious semester based on a 4.0 event was Super Salutem Servetis scale. Gina Figliozzi (Safety Before Tradition). Congratulations and continued Gina Figliozzi of St. James Jennifer earned a Bachelor of success to Maxx, Alina and Alexa graduated from High Point Uni- Science degree in Equine from your family and friends in versity in High Point, NC. Gina Studies: Equine Science Studies. St. James. majored in Studio Art with a The University’s main campus is minor in communication. Gina located in Hackettstown, N.J., was also named to the Dean’s with its equestrian facility in Support Your List for the spring 2020 semester. Washington Township. Gina did an internship with Congratulations and continued Local Merchants the publishing department of succes to Jennifer on this mile- Marvel Entertainment in New stone occasion. York City as a digital comics in- tern. Gina hopes to work at Dis- ney in the Imagineering department, creating the con- cepts behind the newest attrac- tions, restaurants and other installments. Congratulations and continued success from your friends and family in St. James.

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2020 MEMBERS OF THE ST. JAMES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Please Support These Chamber of Commerce Member Businesses Acuwell Acupuncture Center Harbor Country Day School Philly Pretzel Factory of Smithtown Allstate Insurance | Helping Hearts at Home Pure Mammography Ryan Dittmar Agency Henrietta Homes & Properties Purity Spa Alpine Pastry Shop Hither Brook Floral & Gift Boutique RDA Landscape Architecture Amber Court of Smithtown Homegrown Essential Pediatrics Reliance Real Estate Apex Gymnastic Athletics Inspired Blessings Rely Rx Pharmacy & Medical Supplies Artpix Studio Islandaire Re/Max Beyond AutonomousDesign JBL Home Improvements Renewal by Andersen Barry Bros. Landscape Design King O’Rourke Cadillac, Buick Restoration 1 of Suffolk County Bartlett Tree Experts & GMC Truck RJK Gardens Basil Cafe Knights of Columbus | Roslyn Savings Bank Betty’s Deli Sts. Philip & James Saf-T-Swim of Smithtown Joseph A. Bollhofer, Esq. The Knox School Scented Interiors by Design Bounce Long Island Lesco Construction Scientific Pest Management Branch Funeral Home Debbie & Kristin Letteri | Signature Pre- Seiskaya Ballet The Brick Studio mier Properties Dr. Raymond A. Semente, Chiropractic The Bristal at Lake Grove Liquorium | Wine & Liquor The Smithtown News CAPES: Child Advocacy & The Little Gym of Smithtown Smithwest Service Center Parent Empowerment Services Long Island Hearing Richard Sollazzo, MD Car Star Faith Auto Works Long Island Tax Savers Sons of Norway Loyal Lodge #252 Certified Headquarters Luxor Nursing & Rehab at Mills Pond Soul Brew Chiropractic Healthcare of St. James Maginniss Team | ReMax Beyond Spages Pharmacy Chorus Line Dance Studio Anthony Mangiaracina, Esq. The Sports Arena Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Mazelis Landscape & Gifts & Gardens Spuntino Brick Oven Pizza Competition BMW of of Smithtown Medical Probiotics Restaurant / Bar Competition Infiniti of Smithtown Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown St. Catherine of Siena Medical Center Competition Subaru of Smithtown Metro Realty Services | Jeremy Hackett St. James Beverage Costco Wholesale Mister Softee | David Keller St. James Dental Care Creative Windows Morecraft Construction Co. St. James Fire Department Dance ‘n’ Things Mosquito Joe of St. James Funeral Home Daniel Gale Sotheby’s North Shore Long Island St. James Jewelry Shoppe International Realty Murraymade Photography St. James Meditation Center Daniel R. Bracciodieta & Associates My Gym Children’s Fitness St. James Pasta & Pork DeBarbieri Associates Natalie Weinstein Design Associates St. James Post Office Dimitrios Furs Rowena & David Nedvin | St. James Self Storage Doug’s Lemonade Signature Premier Properties St. James Shopping Center Dowling Autobody New York Safe Haven Animal Rescue State Farm Insurance | Dowling Knipfing & Klein Agency Nissequogue Fire Department James Winter Agency Eddie’s Power Equipment Nissequogue Golf Club Stony Brook Community Medical Edward Jones Investments NoCo Strike Force Maintenance Energy Fitness Gym North Country Dental Care Suffolk Center for Speech Enspire Design Group North Shore Chevrolet TD Bank Essenfeld & Co. CPAs North Shore Montessori School T J E Dance Force Evergreen Planning | Charles Palma Maria Orlandi | Takach & Associates | Insurance Every-day Bagel Douglas Elliman Real Estate Teachers Federal Credit Union Family & Personal Counseling P. DeBlasio Builders This n That Gifts Flowerfield Celebrations Party Hardy of Nesconset Times Beacon Record News Media Fox Pest Control Paul Regina | Total Family Dentistry of St. James Re/Max Eastern Properties G. Smith Electrical Services The Trattoria Peoples United Bank Garguilos Bakery True Sport Care Lawrence Glazer | Up In Smoke BBQ Agent NY Life Insurance Vazac Contracting Corp. Goldstein Associates VFW Post 395 Wealth Management Victorian Fence Grape Culture Wine & Spirits Villa Sorrento Graphics du jour | Our Town Watermark Galleries Gyrodyne, LLC WBR Plumbing & Heating Enterprises Harbor Collision Winters Bros. Waste Systems

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Marjorie A. Nesbitt Mr. O’Brien was a Navy veteran of the Korean War, Marjorie A. Nesbitt passed attaining the rank of Fire away on June 19, 2020. Wife Control Technician 3rd Class. of William. Mother of Wil- Jack was a former parishio- liam, Karen Colon, David, ner of Sts. Philip and James Amy Lowth, Jeffrey, Michael R.C. Church, St. James, NY and the late Michael Ernest. and a member of the St. Thirteen grandchildren and James Volunteer Fire Depart- one great grandchild also ment. survive. She was the last sur- He was a Little League viving child of Ernest and Coach in St. James, a Pearl Olsen. member of the Tin Can Mrs. Nesbitt was born and Sailors National Association, lived her entire life in Smith- and loved to play softball and John (Jack) Michael town, NY. She was on staff at racquetball. O’Brien the Guide Dog Foundation. Marjorie A. Nesbitt Jack was predeceased by his brother Martin and his A private cremation was two sisters Anne Marie Flynn and Bridgette Helen held. Arrangements were entrusted to the professional Tucker. Surviving is his devoted wife of 66 years, Do- care of the Hawkins & Davis Funeral Home. rothy Hickey O’Brien; his three sons John M. O’Brien, Jr. (Nancy) of Wilmington, NC; Kevin J. O’Brien of John (Jack) Michael O’Brien Bethpage, NY and Martin M. O’Brien (Amy) of Mana- lapan, NJ; six grandchildren Kevin J., Conor M., Cam- U.S. Veteran John (Jack) Michael O’Brien, 87, of eron, Morgan A., Devin H., and Shay E. O’Brien and Monroe Township, NJ, passed away on May 30, 2020 two step grandchildren Alec J. and Kayla R. Schwartz. at his home. Born in the Bronx, NY, Mr. O’Brien lived A private funeral service was held with a burial at in Central Islip, NY and then St. James, NY for 47 Washington Crossing National Cemetery, Newtown, years before moving to the Greenbriar at Whittingham PA. community in Monroe Township in 2016. Donations in the name of John O’Brien may be He was employed for 38 years by Lucent Technol- made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation at ogies, AT&T and Western Electric, retiring as a super- www.cff.org. visor in 1994. SEE US FOR ALL YOUR PRINTING NEEDS

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Library Programs continued from page 40 Solar Oven S’mores Kitchen Science – Dancing Rice Not Quite Narwhal Monday, July 27, 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 29, 10 a.m. Friday, July 31, 11 a.m. Use the power of the sun to Did you know rice could Enjoy stories with your pre- make delicious s’mores. Learn dance? Create your own rice schooler about magical mix-ups how to make your own solar dance party at home. No registra- and everlasting friendships along oven and get ready to start cook- tion required. This program will with a whimsical craft using a ing. This program is geared to- be shared on the Children’s Face- paper plate, a popsicle stick, col- wards elementary aged children. book page, YouTube channel and ored construction paper, scissors, No registration required. This on Instagram glue and crayons. No registration program will be shared on the required. This program will be Children’s Facebook page. shared on the Children’s Face- book page.

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The following is a list of advertisers who can be found in this issue of Our Town • St. James ACCOUNTANT EVENTS | ENTERTAINMENT Simply Natural Solutions Therése B. Sassone, CPA St. James Wellness Consultations 631-686-5833 Chamber of Commerce Terri Pace | 631-487-1627 SHOP LOCAL [email protected] ATTORNEY PO Box 286 | St. James Joseph A. Bollhofer, Esq. 631-584-8510 HOME IMPROVEMENT 291 Lake Avenue Autonomousdesign 631-584-0100 | Fax: 631-584-2304 EXTERMINATING 22 Stonegate Scientific Exterminating 631-724-7726 AUDIOLOGY 599 Lake Avenue Long Island Hearing, Inc. 631-265-5252 | Fax: 862-7272 Closets by Design 55 Southern Blvd., Nesconset 800-293-3744 631-972-5211 | 1-800-698-5200 FINANCIAL Ameriprise Financial Debus Painting & Wallpapering AUTOMOTIVE/ Lawrence Just 631-862-7924 Repair | Parts | Gas 1200 Veterans Memorial Highway Deon Collision & Customs Hauppauge Inside-Out 30 Doyle Street 631-428-4829 Kitchens, Baths & More 631-257-5500 367A Lake Avenue Branch Financial Services 631-584-5312 | 631-942-9636 St. James Harlan J. Fischer, President Automotive Center 21 Bennetts Road, Setauket Morecraft Construction 525 North Country Road 631-979-6000 631-584-7010 631-584-5798 Edward Jones Investments P. DeBlasio Builders BAKERY Scott Posner, CFP 273 Lake Avenue Alpine Pastry Shoppe 542 North Country Road 631-584-5500 59 Route 111, Smithtown 631-862-2020 631-265-5610 Property Master FUNERAL HOMES Home Inspections BANK Branch Funeral Homes 516-380-0727 Roslyn Savings Bank 190 E Main Street, Smithtown 556 North Country Road 631-724-9500 Scotty’s Masonry 631-862-4200 551 Route 25A, Miller Place 631-265-4398 | 631-872-1076 631-744-9700 BEAUTY Squeaky Clean Salon 230 St. James Funeral Home Property Solutions 230 Lake Avenue 829 Middle Country Road 631-387-2156 631-862-7023 | 631-584-9644 631-584-5200 Vazac Contracting CHIROPRACTORS HEALTH | FITNESS 333 First Avenue - Suite 1 Chiropractic Healthcare East Coast Karate 631-584-7817 of St. James 733 Middle Country Road Dr. Gregory R. Thomaier 631-862-1400 INSURANCE 338 Lake Avenue Allstate Insurance 631-584-8100 Family & Personal Counseling, Ryan Dittmar Agency Hypnosis and Weight Loss 462 Moriches Road Disc Centers of America Grief Support 631-686-5177 Dr. Raymond Semente 872 Middle Country Road 265 Lake Avenue 631-758-8290 SA Health Plans - Medicare 631-584-7722 Sandra Altan Mercy’s Home Care 631-769-1584 DANCE 631-584-7355 | 631-258-5926 TJE Dance Force State Farm Insurance 556 North Country Road Motivation Jim Winter Agency 631-584-6888 Personal Training by David 320 Lake Avenue 631-338-3345 631-584-5929 DENTIST North Country Dental Care Shaolin Self Defense Centers INTERIOR DESIGN Dr. Thomas Vigliante 556-08 North Country Road Creative Windows Dr. Gregory Skrapits 631-617-5148 347 Lake Avenue 436 North Country Road 631-366-0212 631-584-5605

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Natalie Weinstein PRINTING Robin Rosenberg Design Associates Business | Invitations Signature Premier Properties 455-459 Lake Avenue Graphics du jour, ltd. 7 West Main Street, Smithtown Uniquely Natalie Consignment 359 Lake Ave. | 631-862-9849 631-379-8636 | 631-360-2800 176 Second Street 631-862-6198 | Fax: 631-862-7834 Impact Plus Signs & Graphics RESTAURANTS 30 Doyle Street On / Off Premise Catering JEWELRY 631-265-8195 Rocco’s Pizza & Pasta St. James Jewelry Shoppe 429 North Country Road 483 Lake Avenue REAL ESTATE 631-862-1600 | Fax: 862-6152 631-862-6775 DeBarbieri Associates 406 North Country Road Spuntino Brick Oven • Pizza • Res- LANDSCAPING / 631-862-7447 taurant • Bar GARDEN CENTERS 420 North Country Road Design | Maintenance | Plants Luci Gherardi 631-686-6700 Tree Removal | Equipment Douglas Elliman Real Estate Competition Tree Service 200 W. Main Street, Smithtown St. James Pizza & Pasta 631-584-5575 917-683-3439 348 Lake Avenue 631-862-6161 Grokind Organics Bonnie Glenn | Christa Glenn Landscape & Design Coach Realtors The Trattoria 631-265-5276 631-584-3950 | 631-921-1494 532 North Country Road 631-584-3518 Homestead Landscaping Henrietta Homes & Properties 631-588-5296 328 Lake Avenue Villa Sorrento 631-862-6999 823 Middle Country Road

LIQUOR & WINE 631-265-9865 Jill McDowell Grape Culture | Wine & Spirits Douglas Elliman Real Estate 248 Lake Avenue Voila! The Bistro 996 Jericho Tpke., Smithtown 631-862-4727 244 Lake Avenue 631-543-9400 | 516-316-2000 631-584-5686 Liquorium David & Rowena Nedvin 430-04 North Country Road Signature Premier Properties SCHOOLS | CONSULTING 631-862-7020 7 W. Main Street, Smithtown Bridge College Consultants 631-767-5221 | 631-360-2800 PO Box 685, St. James MARKETING 516-662-1612 NEXXDigital Maria Orlandi 516-316-8395 Douglas Elliman Real Estate Harbor Country Day School [email protected] 996 Jericho Tpke., Smithtown 17 Three Sisters Road 631-697-0474 | 631-858-6955 631-584-5555 MUSIC LESSONS Drum Lessons with John Miceli Reliance Real Estate SWIMMING POOLS email: [email protected] 359 Lake Avenue Installation & Service 631-862-9000 | 631-680-5143 Sundance Swimming Pools PETS 631-862-1900 Natural Hounds - Human Grade Re/Max Beyond Delivered to your door 177 W. Main Stree, Smithtown 631-760-7850 631-862-1100

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