JUNE 2006 Volume 19 Number 8 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 Congratulations to the Class of ‘06

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ACOUSTIC LONG ISLAND’S Summer Concert at Deepwells Mansion featuring:

Deidre Muro John Flor Martha Trachtenberg Cathy Kreger Miles to Dayton and Tom Griffith

And it’s all FREE Come out and join us on the front lawn of the historic No admission Deepwells Mansion in St. James for an evening of acoustic music under the stars. You’ll be entertained by some of

Long Island’s finest singer/songwriters. If you missed

Woodstock in 69’, here’s your chance to experience a

smaller version of it - right in your own backyard.

Mark your calendar now for an evening to remember.

To listen to Acoustic Long Island, the # 1 Acoustic Podcast Friday July 14th in iTunes®, go to www.acousticli.com. 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Don’t forget your lawn chairs and blankets.

Pre-Show begins at 7:00 pm, then featured artists begin at 8:00 pm. For more details, go to www.acousticli.com or call (631) 862-2020. Rain date is Sunday, July 16th. Alcohol prohibited.

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IN THIS ISSUE

MERCHANT SPOTLIGHT Our Town Goldstar Pluming-Heating ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ & Air Conditioning ...... 4 S T J A M E S AROUND TOWN Outdoor Summer Concerts ...... 6 STAFF Lions “Duck” Night ...... 8 Cottages to Castles House Tour...... 12 Ruth Garthe ...... Editor Quilting Demo ...... 18 Robin Clark . . . . . Associate Editor Memorial Day Parade Pictures ...... 20 Debra Vessa-Cleary Feature Writer Power Pool Care Grand Opening Celebration...... 26 William Garthe ...... Advertising “Pirate” Treasure Hunt for Buried SUV ...... 30 Sales Smithtown Rotary Bestows Top Honors ...... 34 IN THE NEWS Safe Boating Classes Offered ...... 36 OUR TOWN Summer Ballet Workshop ...... 42 ÐST. JAMES Ð ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT is a monthly publication produced STAC News ...... 46-48, 50-53 exclusively for the people of Smithtown Performing Arts Center ...... 54 St. James, Nissequogue and Free Family Shows at the Library...... 56-57 Head of the Harbor, L.I., N.Y. NY Philharmonic Free Concert and Fireworks ...... 58 EDUCATIONAL ENTERTAINMENT Call 862-9849 for E.C.S.S. Programs ...... 60 Advertising & Copy Deadline Programs at the Library ...... 62-64, 66-67 OUR TOWN is mailed directly to POSTAL CORNER ...... 68-70 every residence & business in the HOME & GARDEN 11780 zip code area Design Ideas/Home Decorating Club ...... 72-73 (6459 total copies mailed) Collector’s Corner ...... 74 St. James Post Office Permit #10 Realty Wise ...... 76 St. James, NY 11780 Naturally Speaking...... 78 Published by ROAD SAFETY ...... 79 Graphics du jour, Ltd. FINANCIAL SAVVY 359 Lake Ave., St. James, NY 11780 Money Matters ...... 80-81 631-862-9849 / Fax: 631-862-9839 Planning for the Future...... 82 Email: [email protected] SCHOOL NEWS ...... 83-91 Not responsible for typographical errors. We reserve the right at our sole discretion to edit or HEALTH NOTES ...... 92-93 refuse to print editorial or advertising material BEAUTY TIPS ...... 94-95 deemed detrimental to Our Town’s public image or unsuitable for its readers. Advertising is offered only PORTRAIT OF THE MONTH ...... 96 to those who live in, or have a business in, St. James, Nissequogue or Head of the Harbor, or any business CELEBRATIONS ...... 97 offering services not available in said area. POET’S CORNER ...... 97 Copyright © 2006 OBITUARIES ...... 100 Graphics du jour, Ltd. F.Y.I...... 102-103 All Rights Reserved CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING ...... 104-105 DIRECTORY OF ADVERTISERS ...... 106-107

PLEASE NOTE: Advertising & Editorial Deadline for the JULY edition of OUR TOWN • ST. JAMES is THURSDAY, JULY 6, 2006 - 12 NOON. Distribution takes place on Wednesday, July 19.

OUR TOWN • JUNE 2006 – 4 – MERCHANT SPOTLIGHT

Goldstar Plumbing-Heating & Air Conditioning 88 Railroad Avenue, St. James, NY 11780 631-584-3839 by Debra Vessa-Cleary became particularly interested in the Goldstar team is on-call Time to take care of that leaky watching the plumber do the re- 24/7. They can almost always be faucet? Basement pipes need piping. We struck up a conversa- on site for any emergency within repair? Goldstar Plumbing can tion and, recognizing my interest two hours and make it a habit to fix it fast. Thinking of having in his trade, he recommended I return calls within 10 minutes, central air conditioning installed? attend BOCES, which I did.” according to Mr. Giacalone. From minor plumbing repair to Since then Joe says that he “We also pride ourselves in air conditioning and heating keeps up on the latest technolo- our exceptional customer serv- installation, Goldstar can get the gies of the trade by attending ice,” says Joe. “We will make job done quickly, efficiently, and professional seminars and taking service calls after 6 p.m. week- to your personal satisfaction. course work. He is personally on days and on Saturdays to accom- Owner Joe Giacalone, a St. site at every job that Goldstar modate working families. We James resident, has been in the runs in a supervisory and often provide free estimates as well as plumbing profession for over 20 hands-on capacity. According to senior and veteran discounts. years: Mr. Giacalone, Goldstar And we pride ourselves in our “I first became interested in Plumbing does not hire subcon- repeat customer satisfaction.” plumbing as a profession when I tractors and every job is guaran- Goldstar Plumbing provides was in the 10th grade and my teed. They offer all phases of services from the Hamptons to parent’s house in Hauppauge plumbing renovation and instal- western Nassau and has been burned down. I watched a con- lation including bathrooms, gas featured on the home improve- struction crew rebuild what was piping, waste piping and ment television show “Moving left of our hi-ranch from kitchens. They do both residen- Up” on TLC. They are currently sheetrock to flooring, from elec- tial and commercial work. offering a special on air condi- trical work to plumbing. I Fully licensed and insured, tioning start ups and installation.

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Flag Disposal Ceremony Held A Flag Disposal Ceremony was Bros. Post 1152 wants to remind held on June 3, 2006 by the St. people that is is important not to James Sherwood Brothers Post just throw flags out in the 1152 of the American Legion. garbage, but to have them dis- This is a very special and mean- posed of in a respectful and dig- ingful ceremony where the public nified ceremony. If you have a is always invited to attend. All flag that is no longer of use, year, faded, torn and tattered old please be sure to bring it to the flags, big and small, are dropped American Legion Hall. off at the box on the side of the Special thanks go out to all American Legion Hall, 95 Lake disposal with prayer. who donated to the May Poppy Avenue in St. James, for a proper The Commander of Sherwood month promotion. FREE Outdoor Summer Concerts Series Begins July 12 The Smithtown Township Arts their talents with the community. is FREE. Council welcomes the summer They offer an array of music from This year the concerts will be season with another exciting popular to show tunes and light held under their spacious summer series of FREE outdoor twilight classical. festival tent! No need to bring concerts featuring the Smithtown Concerts will be held on the chairs or blankets – just your love Community Chorus and the lawn of the Mills Pond House, of music! Smithtown Community Band. 660 Route 25A in St. James on For additional information, call These groups consist of local Thursdays: July 13, 20, 27 and STAC at 862-6575. musicians who enjoy sharing August 3 at 7:30 p.m. Admission

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St. James Lions “Duck” Night, August 22 The St. James Lions Club tic Healthcare of St. James and game begins at 7:05 p.m. invites you and your family to Roslyn Savings Bank, a division You can reserve your tickets at “Duck” Night on Tuesday, August of New York Community Bank in Chiropractic Healthcare of St. 22, 2006 when the Long Island St. James, features an all-you-can- James, 338 Lake Avenue in St. Ducks go against the Bridgeport eat Nathan’s pre-game picnic and James or you may call John Wolf Bluefish at Citibank Park, Court baseball game. at 360-3644. Hurry!! Reserva- House Drive (off Carleton Ave.) in Tickets at $35/adults and tions will be accepted until July Central Islip. $25/children 9 and under, 1, 2006. Don’t miss this great The event, sponsored by Dr. include the all-you-can-eat pre- event. Gregory R. Thomaier and Dr. game picnic and game. The pic- Jeffrey K. Thomaier of Chiroprac- nic begins at 5:30 p.m. and the

GETTING CREATIVE...

Junior Girl Scout Troop 3665 of St. James went to Creative Kids Workshop on Lake Avenue where they worked on and earned the Art in 3D badge. Pictured are: Ashley, Antoinette, Paris, Christy, Justina and Amanda.

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If you are suffering from the pain of losing a loved one, we at The Branch Funeral Home want to help you discover new hope. On Saturday, July 1, 2006, we will be hosting free grief counseling seminars on the first Saturday of every month. Bereavement Specialist Patricia Jones, MS, will lead these comforting and uplifting seminars, which will offer you: • A safe place to tell your story and share your sorrow Free Grief Counseling Seminars • Advice on how to begin a healthy grieving process First Saturday of every month • Compassionate support from others who are also grieving July 1, 2006 • Guidance on taking steps towards healing 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

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Family owned and operated by the Vigliante Family ©2006 Adfinity OUR TOWN • JUNE 2006 – 9 – Dear Parents of Adolescents: Many parents have come to Energy with a variety of different concerns about their chil- dren, ranging from a lack of exercise to behavioral issues to improving their children’s sports performance. Whatever the reason, the results have been terrific and some of our members would like to share their successful experiences with you.

My 13 year old son, James, joined Energy in the summer of 2005. Not being a natural athlete, he was out of shape and quite pudgy due to inactivity. He started one-on-one training sessions at Energy twice a week. James really enjoys his time at Energy. Often after finishing his training at Energy he will leave saying how great he feels and that he had a fantastic time. He can easi- ly run the mile now, cutting seconds off his time each week, and has slimmed down considerably. I am very proud of his accom- plishments this year, and thankful to the caring and professional staff at Energy for helping him achieve his goals. – Wendy DeGaray, Smithtown

My 2 kids, 12 and nearly 14, are not much for team sports. As a New Years resolution, we agreed to exercise more, and since I was already a member at Energy, my kids decided they wanted to join as well. Over the past 5 months, I have seen tremendous improvements in their endurance, strength and self-esteem. They are proud to tell their friends that they train at Energy. The atmosphere is fun and friendly and now my daughter actually teaches me her routines. It is also a nice way to spend time with my kids. – Renee Barriere, Smithtown

Because of the atmosphere and specialty services we offer, Energy appeals to many peo- ple who would not be comfortable or successful in other fitness clubs. The Energy team provides the extra support, education, and personal attention that young people and begin- ners need to embark on a consistent and effective exercise program. We offer a variety of unique services including One-on One Energy Training, Team Training and STRIVE Circuit Classes. We are confident that every member can be placed on an effective fitness path that’s right for them! With the school year coming to an end, and summer just around the corner, now is a great time to try something new. You’ll never know unless you make an effort!

Come in or visit our website at www.energy-difference.com and get a FREE TRIAL today! YOU’LL SEE THE DIFFERENCE.

Sincerely, The Energy Team YOU’LL SEE THE DIFFERENCE.

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Gone Fishing...

Brownie Girl Scout Troop 3660 of St. James traveled Junior Girl Scout Troop 3665 of St. James went fish- to Caleb Smith Park to try a little fishing. The girls ing at Gibbs Pond. Although the fish weren’t biting, caught a lot of seaweed, but alas, no fish. But they the girls had fun. Pictured back row: Ashley, all had a great time. Pictured are: Frances, Antoinette, Amanda and Paris; front: Justina and Samantha, Megan, Jainee, Jacki, Abby, Kelsey and Christy. CariAnn.

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MILLER PLACE. Elegant and expansive with amenities galore. 2 formal MBR suites, walk- HAUPPAUGE. Great development! Not your in california closet, hi-hats, h/w floors, LAKE GROVE. Mint updated 4 BR, 2.5 bath typical Raised Ranch. This home has 3 BRs, maple/granite kitchen with pantry/server area Colonial features chef’s EIK with updated cab- 1 1/2 baths, studio den, new EIK, FDR, full fin- 2 of the 4.5 baths feature Jacuzzi baths with inets, Pella windows, FDR, den, office, attic, ished basement with bar, attic, updated win- granite & exquisite tile, wet bar & large enter- 1.5 car garage. Move right in condition. dows & exterior, alarm system. $459,000. tainment area, CAC, IGS. $1,295,000. $468,000. North End Realty 960 Jericho Tpke. St. James, NY 11780 (631) 724-8500 www.c21NorthEndReaty.com Put the CENTURY 21 TEAM to work for you! OUR TOWN • JUNE 2006 – 12 – AROUND TOWN

Cottages to Castles House & Garden Tour On Friday, September 8, 2006 yourself pause to indulge in the cious living inside and out – with from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. you will “gourmet luncheon,” at the his- amazing detail. Visit an architec- have the unique opportunity to toric and private Nissequogue turally grand contemporary-style stroll through the luxurious gar- Golf Club in St. James. Be sure to estate, with its impressively dens and properties of some of stop at the St. James Episcopal designed grounds, that has been the most prestigious and interest- Church where you will have the decorated with the help of a ing homes in Nissequogue and opportunity to shop at some of renowned designer, and now fits Head of the Harbor. COTTAGES TO the most interesting boutiques on the fun lifestyle of this family. You CASTLES, a house and garden tour, the Island at the lovely Mills Hall. will see a dream come true for a is being hosted by the Smithtown The day is designed so that you family with young children, and Garden Club, the Smithtown visit the sites at your own pace, with the help of their decorator, Historical Society, the Smithtown with your own transportation. took a contemporary and trans- Township Arts Council and the St. Volunteers will be stationed at the formed it completely into a mag- James Chamber of Commerce. homes and will be able to answer nificent European-style home You will have an opportunity questions that you might have. with antique Louis XVI pieces. to peek into these fabulous pri- The homeowners that have so Another stop on the tour will take vate residences... some glam- generously opened their homes you on a historic journey com- ourous, some charming, but all have spared nothing to achieve plete with stained glass and are appealing. This exciting day these spectacular environments Tiffany windows. This is just a will pique one’s interest and for gracious living. The concern sampling of what is in store for delight the curious. You will for detail in each home is very you on September 8, 2006. Be a come away with decorating and apparent. You will roam through part of this not-to-be-missed garden ideas that will inspire the a 42,000-square-foot historic event. creativity in you. The gardens estate with manor house and A donation of $75 gives you and private homes on the tour guest quarters complete with a entree to the private homes and have been graciously opened by 25’x50’ indoor pool and massage boutiques and includes a sumptu- their owners, for the sole purpose room that meets the needs and ous hot and cold buffet luncheon of supporting the sponsor organi- lifestyle of this “on the go” 21st at the Nissequogue Golf Club, zations through this fund raising century family. Enjoy a fabulous (there will be 2 seatings - 11:00- event. waterfront home recently restored 12:30 and 1:00-2:30). If you pre During your tour, please allow and decorated luxuriously for gra- continued on page 99

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Volunteers Needed at Deepwells The Deepwells Farm Historical held in the summer, and many ings will be at Deepwells, located Society will be holding meetings other planned activities. at the corner of North Country for those interested in volunteer- The goal of the Society is to Road (Rte. 25A) and Moriches ing at the mansion. Volunteers make Deepwells a cultural and Road in St. James. If you cannot will help with events, which civic center. If you would like to attend but wish to help, call Scott include the Fall Festival in learn more, attend one of the Posner at 862-2020. October, the St. James Chamber meetings on Wednesday, June 28 of Commerce Family Fun Nights at 10 a.m. or 6 p.m. The meet-

Thank You!

A big thank you to the girls and leaders of Mills Pond Brownie Troop 3661 for planting the lovely flowers outside of the St. James Post Office.

OUR TOWN • JUNE 2006 – 15 – Dr. Marianne Satre Chiropractor for Children and Adults Suffering with: Seniors: • Back Pain? • Experience Less Pain &Gain More Energy • Joint Pain? Children: • Headaches? • Ear Infections • Sinus? &Colic CHIROPRACTIC CAN HELP!

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Lawrence Glazer Earns ChFC Designation Lawrence Glazer, of St. James, must also fulfill stringent experi- plan to achieve those goals. and an agent for New York Life ence and ethics requirements. Individuals who earn a ChFC Insurance Company, has earned The ChFC program focuses on can provide expert advice on a the Chartered Financial Consult- the complete financial planning broad range of financial topics ant (ChFC) professional designa- process as an organized way to including financial planning, tion from The American College, collect and analyze information wealth accumulation and estate Bryn Mawr, PA. on a client’s total financial situa- planing, income taxation, life and Candidates for the ChFC desig- tion. ChFCs can identify and health insurance, business taxa- nation must complete a minimum establish specific financial goals tion and planning, investments of eight courses and 16 hours of and then formulate, implement and retirement planning. supervised examinations. They and monitor a comprehensive

Paul Gretschel Attends Matrix Global Academy Reinvention is a key element of offers a personalized and inspira- teaching new techniques while a salon’s development and Paul tional approach to education, focusing on perfecting skills and Gretschel from Paul James Salon, with a wide range of courses to enhancing creativity. 556 North Country Road in St. meet all needs for growth and Please call Paul James Salon at James, honed his skills recently development within the profes- 862-8622 to make an appoint- through the Salon Excel Program sional haircare industry. For Paul ment and see one of their talent- at the Matrix Global Academy. Gretschel the Salon Excel Course ed hairdressers or colorists put The Matrix Global Academy, on salon management taught by the Matrix Global Academy’s les- located in Greenwich Village, the esteemed Matrix educator Cheryl sons into action. creative heart of New York City, Nishi, fulfilled its promise by

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Quilting Demo SPRING CLEANUP... at the General Store The Suffolk County Parks Department and the St. James General Store will host a free quilting demonstration by the Smithtown Stitchers Quilt Guild on Saturday, June 24 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the St. James General Store, 516 Moriches Road in St. James. In addition to the demonstration of this unique craft, the Guild will also be selling raffle tickets for a chance to win a beautiful, recently completed quilt. For additional information please contact the store at The Boys Scouts of Wolf Den 14, with some help from their families, did 854-3740. Parking is avail- a great spring cleanup at Norway Hall in St. James. Great Job! able in a large parking area directly across the street.

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Memorial Day Parade

On May 29, Memorial Day, St. James honored the memory of the brave men and women who have given their lives defending our freedom. From the days of World War 1 to the current conflict in Iraq, their dedication and sacrifice have protected our way of life for generations. Their heroic contributions will never be forgotten, and their spirits live on in our hearts.

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Olivia & Harlan Fischer Arts Scholarship Awarded For the eighth year in a row, Head of the Harbor residents, Olivia and Harlan Fischer have presented two scholarships total- ing $4,000 to two deserving Smithtown High School gradu- ates. This year’s winners, who received the scholarships at the annual senior awards ceremony on Thursday evening June 1, 2006, were Michael Mitchell and Samuel Riss. Michael Mitchell will pursue a degree in architec- ture from the University of Buffalo while Samuel Riss plans on attending the Crane School of Music at SUNY Potsdam. When we asked why he started this scholarship program, Harlan replied, “Donna Harlow would bring the Smithtown High School Chamber Orchestra to perform a holiday show for our Rotary Club each December. Watching the Pictured (L-R): Michael Mitchell, Harlan J. Fischer and Samuel Riss. students warm up and then per- form, I just felt that the whole the arts or community service. newspapers. He currently serves group seemed like a bunch of Harlan was president of the board on the planning board in the good kids that deserved support. of directors of the Smithtown Village of Head of the Harbor as In addition the arts have become Township Arts Council from 1992 well as serving as president of the a very important part of our lives, to 1996 and the 1997-1998 pres- Metropolitan Contemporary Glass we want to share our passion ident of the Smithtown Rotary Group for the past five years. On with future generations.” Club. Harlan served as Vice April 23, 2006 the Little Shelter The scholarships are available President of the Board of Trustees Animal Rescue and Adoption to seniors concentrating on, and of the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Center presented Harlan with its intending a career in design, the Museum and Planetarium “Guardian Angel” award. Harlan fine arts or performing arts. through 2000. Also, in the year is the president of Branch The Fischers have lived in the 2000, Harlan was named MAN OF Financial Services, Inc. in town of Smithtown since 1973 THE YEAR IN BUSINESS in Smithtown Smithtown. and certainly aren’t strangers to by the Times Beacon Record

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POWER POOL CARE CELEBRATES OPENING OF NEW SPACE...

Power Pool Care held their Ribbon Cutting ceremony on June 2, 2006 at their newly remodeled showroom located at 425 North Country Road in St. James. Frank and Donna Collora, owners of Power Pool Care, celebrated their weekend- long Grand Opening with events planned for the entire family. There was plenty of food from Bella Vita City Grill, enter- tainment from 4 Star Entertainment, as well as cotton candy, face painting and balloon fun. Be sure to stop by Power Pool Care’s new location and see their fabulous selection of Bullfrog Spas, beautiful outdoor patio furniture, BBQs and heaters, as well as all the supplies, parts and accessories for your pool. For more information, call 979-POOL(7665).

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Head of Harbor: “Decorator Showcase” 4,500 sf Diamond Tradit. St. James: Young Diamond, Post Modern Colonial on 1 Level Man- Colonial w/Designer Treatments thruout... 5 BR, 3.55 Bths... Oak Flrs, icured Priv. Acre. Souring Ceilings, Designer Maple/Gourmet Granite Updated Kit/Bths/Fin Bsmt, 3 Fpls, Guest Qtrs, Huge MBR Suite. Kitchen w/Snack Bar/Dual Fuel Range. Adj. Family Room w/Fpl. Great Price! $1,139,000. FLR/DR, 4 BR, 2.5 Bth, Fin. Bsmt. Great Price Reduc $959,990.

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Head of the Harbor: Wonderful Lg. Country Farm Ranch. Exquisite Maint. & Presented/Old World Touches Throughout/Dramatic Open Nissequogue: "Designer Showcase" Brick Estate on 2+ Acres across Fl Plan, 7 Skylites/Huge Formal DR/Wainscotting/IGP. Set perfectly from LI Sound. 5 BRs, 4.5 Bths, Custom Moldings. Designer Kitchen on Gorg. Rol 2+ Acres in Secl Priv Spot/W/I Attic on 2nd with Granite. Huge MBR Suite... House & Garden Backyard with IGP Fl/Terracotta & Flagstone Porcelain Flrs/New EIK. $1.35 Mil & Gazebo.Mirrored Gym, 4 Car Garage. $2.3 Mil.

Smithtown: Diamond Traditional Colonial on Private Treed Street Eastport/Manorville: 14 Open Level Acres. Fully Operating Horse w/Level Fenced Backyard, Great Curb Appeal, Center Hall with Many Farm/Full Equestian Facility/3 Barns/28,000 Indoor Riding Arena/ Updates. New Pellas, Formal LR/DR & Sep Family Room, 2 Tack Rooms/20 large Grass Paddocks/54 Stalls/2 Offices/4 Wash “Morewood Section,” Full Basement, Oak Floors, Smithtown SD... Stations/Horse Show - 100 Parking Spaces. All Irrigated. $3.9 Mil.. Incredible Price $535,000.. OUR TOWN • JUNE 2006 – 28 – AROUND TOWN Scouts Keep Busy

Boy Scouts of Den 9 of St. James have been very busy. They vis- ited a construction site for Cubstruction; they learned about nature in Will’s backyard for Digging in the Dirt; they most recently went to the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery to learn about fish; and finally, they got a chance to visit the St. James Fire Department.

Mark Your Calendar FAMILY FUN NIGHT is WEDNESDAY, JULY 12 8:00 p.m. at Deepwells Featuring the movie ICE AGE

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OUR TOWN • JUNE 2006 – 30 – AROUND TOWN “Pirate” Treasure Hunt for a Buried SUV at Georgetown Volvo Ever wanted to experience the and fun-filled online adventure to clue emailed July 12. Volvo Car ways of a true buried treasure- solve a series of online clues and Corporation will then select seeking pirate? Georgetown puzzles. seven finalists from around the Volvo of Smithtown in Saint The buried one-of-a-kind, world who correctly guess the James will support Volvo Car pirate-themed Volvo XC90 fea- answer to the final online clue. Corporation’s official promotion tures a variety of Pirates of the In August, those finalists will of Disney's upcoming Pirates of Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest- be flown with a guest to the the Caribbean: Dead Man’s inspired elements, including secret car burial location. Each Chest with a multi-media treasure menacing graphics from the film, finalist will then set off on a hunt for a Volvo XC90 V8 that has black leather seats, custom-paint- manic on-the-ground search for been buried somewhere in the ed 20-inch wheels and more. the buried vehicle. The first treas- world. Once registered online, indi- ure hunter to unearth the SUV Here’s how she blows, me viduals will have puzzles emailed gets to keep it. hearties: beginning now through to them on a regular basis. Those To participate, individuals July 11, individuals can visit who solve the puzzles correctly must visit Georgetown Volvo of Georgetown Volvo of Smithtown will continue to receive clues. Smithtown at 633 Middle Country to pick up a free treasure map. Individuals can join at any time Road in St. James to pick up a Once online, they are asked to go though July 11, and can catch up treasure map. Winners will only to www.volvocars.us/thehunt with other participants if they cor- be eligible if they can produce and register for the world’s first rectly answer the puzzles. As the the original treasure map upon hunt for a buried vehicle. contest progresses, the puzzles conclusion of the hunt. Treasure hunters then will partici- will become increasingly harder pate in a challenging, engaging to solve, with the final online continued on page 99

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INTERNATIONAL NIGHT...

Some of the girls from Junior Girl Scout Troop 3665 of St. James attended Service Unit 29’s International Night. The girls learned some words in different lan- guages, tried a bit of kid’s sangria and did some eth- nic dances. Pictured here are Ashley, Justina and Amanda.

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Smithtown Rotary Bestows Top Honors

The Smithtown Rotary held the annual Paul Harris award dinner on May 24, 2006. This high honor is given to members of the community and club that exem- plify the Rotary motto of Service Above Self. Rotary, which recently celebrated its 100th anniversary, is involved in numerous charitable and human- itarian efforts both locally and around the world.

Recipients for 2006 are Ruth Garthe of the Our Town newspa- per, Debby Posner of Saint James, Edward Ehmann, princi- ple of Smithtown High School East, and multiple time recipient Doris Sargeant, a former District Governor of Rotary. Also hon- ored were club members Bill Bowden and Robert Baum. Pictured are Edward Ehmann, Doris Sargeant, Bill Bowden, Robert Baum, Ruth Garthe and Debby Posner.

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Volunteers Needed at Deepwells The Deepwells Farm Historical held in the summer, and many at 10 a.m. or 6 p.m. The meet- Society will be holding meetings other planned activities. ings will be at Deepwells, located for those interested in volunteer- at the corner of North Country ing at the mansion. Volunteers The goal of the Society is to Road (Rte. 25A) and Moriches will help with events, which make Deepwells a cultural and Road in St. James. If you cannot include the Fall Festival in civic center. If you would like to attend but wish to help, call Scott October, the St. James Chamber learn more, attend one of the Posner at 862-2020. of Commerce Family Fun Nights meetings on Wednesday, June 28 Safe Boating Classes Offered All boating enthusiasts, young 23, and August 13 at the Empire and old, are encouraged to attend Safety Council in Smithtown. summer boating safety classes Further information is available offered by the state Office of by calling William Eves toll-free Parks, Recreation and Historic at (800) 246-3603. Preservation. Some boating safety classes The safety course is an excel- charge a fee that may vary among lent way for boaters of all ages to classes. For more information on brush up on boating safety skills, the boating safety class and the and is required for all individuals 10 and 18 who operate motor- certification process, call (518) who operate personal watercraft boats must complete the safety 474-0445 or visit www.nys- in New York. course. parks.state.ny.us/boating/edu_bo Children between the ages of Classes will be held July 10, at.asp.

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Princess Tea a Huge Success On Saturday, May 13, the mothers and grandmothers at the Smithtown Township Arts Mills Pond House in St. James. Council hosted a PRINCESS TEA Arline Goldstein, chairwoman for 47 young Princesses, their of the event, would like to thank her talented and energetic group of volunteers: Diane Record, who helped to organize the craft projects and create the table decorations; Helene Krantz, Janice Zingale, June Carlson and Helen Williams, who assisted throughout the afternoon, from the charming tea, catered by Parties by Ziggy of St. James, to the creative part of the event, when the Princesses decorated tiaras and wands with glitter and colored stones, that they took Princesses were thrilled with the home. day and all were delighted when Ariel and Cinderella mingled they received parting gifts from with the guests, autographed Hasbro, donated books, and posed for photos by Arthur Krantz with the Princesses, that were of “We Care taken by Memento Studios, of For Kids.” St. James. All the adorable

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Summer Drop-In Arts Nights at the Mills Pond House The Smithtown Township Arts Drop-In Arts Nights workshops Reservations are necessary for Council will continue their series, are designed for children ages 7- food but not for fun. Admission Drop-In Arts Nights, a perfect 12, and are about fun, friends, is $5. choice for a safe, creative envi- food and... ART. For two hours, Be sure to check STAC’s web- ronment where children can kids will relax and chat while site, www.stacarts.org for details socialize. Come and join the fun exploring art. Pizza and soda will or call 862-6575 for more infor- on Friday nights, July 7 and be served and kids are invited to mation. August 11 from 7-9 p.m. at the bring music for dancing. Mills Pond House, 660 Route 25A in St. James. Your One-Stop Art Center...

Journeys Through Music Schooner’s Return at the Mills Pond by Paul Landry House FRIDAY, JUNE 30 The Smithtown Township Arts Council is pleased to host Mirror Mania... Journeys Through Music, on Friday, June 30 at 7:30 p.m. at Come to the mirror specialists at Vickers. the Mills Pond House, 660 Route Our selection of ready-made mirrors make 25A in St. James. excellent, last-minute gifts. Kara Cornell, a mezzo-sopra- no, and Whitney Gardner, pianist, have been friends since 50% off their undergraduate days at all stock mirrors Carnegie Melon University. Now, these young professional musicians have come together to Complete conservation framing form a new recital series, which services since 1970. All work done will tour the New York area. This on the premises. exciting concert will consist of song cycles by Faure, Barber and Gift Shop... Schumann that portray three very different musical journeys. Please come and enjoy this special musical journey. NEW! The concert will last an hour and a half and a light reception will follow the performance. Admission is $10/adults, $5/chil- Marble/resin dren. Please call 862-6575 to family reserve seats. Tickets will also be sculptures sold at the door. Please visit Wine caddies www.stacarts.org for more infor- mation. 464 Rte. 25A, St. James, NY 11780 631-862-8550 www.vickersgallery.com OUR TOWN • JUNE 2006 – 48 – ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Summer Arts Adventures at the Mills Pond House The Smithtown Township Arts Parent and Child Ceramic Paint! Create! Draw and Much Council is now registering sum- Workshop with Chris Vivas More! with Krista Biedenbach mer arts classes at the Mills Pond Sundays: Mondays: House, 660 Route 25A in St. June 25, July 10, 17, 23 June 26, July 10, 17, 24 James. Explore your creative Session I: Time: 4-5:30 p.m. side... instruction is available in a Time: 9:30-10:45 a.m. Ages: 7-10 wide variety of media for all ages Ages: 4-7 Discover your creativity while and ability levels. Session II: learning all of the basics of draw- New this summer: Plein Air Time: 11 a.m.-12 noon ing and painting. $10 Materials Classes, ages 9-13; Nature Art, Ages: 7-12 fee. Class fee: $ 75. ages 7-10; Drawing, ages 12-17; In this class, parent and child Funny Poetry and Color teams will work together to create More Drawing, More Fun, Expression, ages 8-10; Fashion clay animals, coil pots, masks, More Painting and the Sun! Illustration, ages 10-13. STAC landscapes and more. $20 with Krista Biedenbach also offers: ceramic, cartooning, Material fee. Class fee: Session I: Mondays: August 7, 14, 21, 28 photography, mask making, pup- $75; Session II: $60. Time: 4-5:30 p.m. pet making, jewelry design and Ages: 7-10 much more. Drawing and Painting Experiment further with differ- Please call 862-6575 for addi- with Kelly Kamitsis ent, even found materials while tional information or visit Session A-1: July 10-13 learning to how complete a pic- www.stacarts.org for a complete Session A-II: July 17-20 ture that is fun and exciting to list of summer offerings. All are Session A-III: July 31-August 3 you! $10 Materials fee. Class fee: welcome, no residency require- Session A-IV: August 7-10 $75. ment. Time: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Unless specified, materials fee Ages: 5-8 Off the Runway! Fashion is not included. Registration is on Illustration for Beginners a first-come, first served basis Session B-I: July 10-13 with Krista Biedenbach upon receipt of payment. Sorry, Session B-II: July 24-27 Session I: Wednesdays, June 28, no refunds except for classes not Session B-III: August 7-10 July 5, 12, 19 running due to insufficient enroll- Time: 12:30-2:30 pm Session II: July 25-28 ment. Ages: 5-8 Time: 4:30-6:30 p.m. REGISTER TODAY! We accept Children will experiment with Ages: 10-13 new students through the first day different types of drawing and Learn how the fashion figure is of class where openings exist. painting materials. $10 Materials created in the professional indus- fee. Class fee:$100. try. See trends from different eras and develop your own, fun style. CHILDREN’S 2006 Mixed Media Collage $10 Materials fee. Class fee: with Kelly Kamitsis $100. SUMMER CLASSES July 17-20 Time: 12:30 -2:30 p.m. Famously Fashionable! Clay Parade! with Chris Vivas Ages: 5-8 Fashion Illustration for Session I: July 11, 12, 13, 14, Children will learn how to cre- Advanced Students 20, 21 ate artwork using the collage with Krista Biedenbach Time: 10-11:15 am technique. $10 Materials fee. Session I: Wednesdays, August Ages: 6-9 Class fee: $100. 9, 16, 23, 30 Session II: July 11, 12, 13, 14, Session II: August 1-4 20, 21 Puppet Making Time: 4:30-6:30 pm Time: 11:30-1 pm with Kelly Kamitsis Ages: 10-13 Ages: 8-12 Session I: July 24-27 Now that you know how to Session III: July 11, 12, 13, 14, Time: 9:30 -11:30 am draw the fashion figure, come 20, 21 Session II: July 31-August 3 and create a work of wearable art Time: 1:30-3 pm Time: 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. from your very own fashion illus- Ages: 6-9 Ages: 5-8 trations! $10 Materials fee. Class Students will create and Children will learn how to cre- fee: $100. explore with clay. $15 material ate various types of puppets. $10 fee. Class fee: Session I: $95; Materials fee. Class fee: $100. continued on page 50 Session II, III: $115.

OUR TOWN • JUNE 2006 – 49 – Buying or Selling A Home? CALL EDDIE BANKS INTERNATIONAL Castles To Cottages CORE FITNESS Start the summer Realty, Inc. with some great classes! 137 Lake Avenue, St. James • KICK BOXING Office: 862-4955 Fax: 862-4956 • BODY SCULPTING Visit us on the web: www.CastlesToCottages.com • PILATES • SPINNING Come meet Sandra and Gina SPECIAL Per Month $49 UNLIMITED CLASSES JUNE, JULY & AUGUST Professional Truck-Mounted Steam Cleaning or $10 Per Class Classes start of Carpeting & Upholstery 9:30 am Mon.-Fri. WE NOW DO 9-10 Sat. TILE & GROUT CLEANING 584-2344 Discover A Healthier, Happier You. Take control of your health. EALTH SCIENCES USANA H DUCTS ORGANIC PRO Now Available at Int’l Core Fitness Vitamins • Shakes Special Thanks Nutritional Bars to Skin & Body Care USANA Juice Bar Now Open Richie Kuri Suzanne McEnroe owner of 631-974-0096 R.J.K. INTERNATIONAL CORE FITNESS Gardens, Inc. Located in the for donating & planting International Soccer Academy Facility 905 Jericho Tpke., Smithtown, NY 11787 all the beautiful flowers (1/4 mile west of Old Willets Path) around the Contact Sandra or Gina St. James Gazebo. 631-864-0949 or visit us online @ isasoccer.com Babysitting Available OUR TOWN • JUNE 2006 – 50 – ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Summer Arts Adventures at the Mills Pond House continued from page 48 Ages: 2nd-3rd Graders Award winning poet and Session 3B: Children’s book author Darren Collage Class Time: 1-3 p.m. Sardelli will teach students how with Stelios Stylianos Ages: 4th-6th Graders to turn their thoughts and ideas Mondays: July 10, 17, 24, 31, July 17-21 into FUNNY POETRY! $10 August 7 Session 4A: Materials fee. Class fee: $110. Time: 1-3 p.m. Time: 10 a.m.-12 noon Ages: 12-14 Ages: 2nd-3rd Graders Drawing with Frank Bonanno Tell a story with pictures from Session 4B: Mondays: June 26, July 3, 10, your favorite magazines and nat- Time: 1-3 p.m. 17, 24, 31 ural materials found outside! $10 Ages: 4th-6th Graders Time: 10 a.m.-12 noon Materials fee. Class fee: $110. July 24-28 Ages: 12-17 Session 5A: Wednesdays: June 28, July 5, 12, Funny Poetry Time: 10 a.m.-12 noon 19, 26, Aug. 2 with Darren Sardelli Ages: 2nd-3rd Graders Time: 10 a.m.-12 noon June 26-30 Session 5B Ages: 12-17 Session 1A: Time: 1-3 p.m. Experiment with various draw- Time: 10 a.m.-12 noon Ages: 4th-6th Graders ing mediums and learn about the Ages: 2nd- 3rd Graders July 31-August 4 use of color through working Session 1B: Session 6A: from both life and photo. Time: 1-3 p.m. Time: 10 a.m.-12 noon Materials fee: $15. Class fee: Ages: 4th-6th Graders Ages: 2nd-3rd Graders $120. July 3-8 Session 6B: Session 2A: Time: 1-3 p.m. Sculpture Class Time: 10 a.m.-12 noon Ages: 4th-6th Graders with Frank Bonanno Ages: 2nd-3rd Graders August 7-11 Tuesdays: June 27, July 11, 18, Session 2B: Session 7A: 25, Aug. 1, 8 Time: 1-3 pm Time: 10 a.m.-12 noon Thursdays: June 29, July 6, 13, Ages: 4th-6th Graders Ages: 2nd-3rd Graders 20, 27, Aug. 3, 10 July 10-14 Session 7B: Time: 10 a.m.-12 noon Session 3A: Time: 1-3 p.m. Time: 10 a.m.-12 noon Ages: 4th-6th Graders continued on facing page

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continued Ages: 6 -9 Photography Camp Ages: 12-17 Learn all about potatoes and with Jeffrey Allen Price Students will explore the versa- art from a famous “potato artist”. July 24-28 tile medium of clay. Materials Make sculptures, potato stamps, Time: 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. fee: $15. Class fee: $120. paintings, drawings and even Ages: 8-12 lunch – all using the versatile Students will learn simple pho- Color Expression potato! $15 materials fee. Class tography techniques using pin- with Danielle Thillet fee: $ 195. continued on following page Sundays: July 9, 16, 23, 30 Time: 12-2 p.m. Ages: 8-10 V V V V Students will learn to appreci- A A A A L $1.00 OFF $1.00 OFF L L $1.00 OFF $1.00 OFF L ate the value of color, both as a U U U U A LARGE OR A A LARGE OR A means of representation and B SICILIAN PIE DINNER B B SICILIAN PIE DINNER B L (PICK-UP ONLY) (PICK-UP ONLY) L L (PICK-UP ONLY) (PICK-UP ONLY) L emotional expression. $10 E E E E Materials fee. Class fee: $100. C C C C O PATIO PIZZA O O PATIO PIZZA O U U U U Mommy and Me! Plein Air P 262 LAKE AVE. P P 262 LAKE AVE. P O 862-7475 O O 862-7475 O N ST. JAMES N N ST. JAMES N Class with Jill Amorosano 1 COUPON PER CUSTOMER PER DAY 1 COUPON PER CUSTOMER PER DAY Saturdays: June 24, July 8, 15, 22 Time: 10-11:30 a.m. V V V V A A A A Mommy and Me: Ages: 3-5 L $1.00 OFF $1.00 OFF L L $1.00 OFF $1.00 OFF L U LARGE OR U U LARGE OR U We will go outside to sketch A DINNER A A DINNER A and paint what surrounds us- B SICILIAN PIE B B SICILIAN PIE B L (PICK-UP ONLY) (PICK-UP ONLY) L L (PICK-UP ONLY) (PICK-UP ONLY) L natures beauty! Each artist will E E E E work with tempera and watercol- C C C C O PATIO PIZZA O O PATIO PIZZA O or paints (washable!) $10 U U U U P 262 LAKE AVE. P P 262 LAKE AVE. P Materials fee. Class fee: $90. O 862-7475 O O 862-7475 O N ST. JAMES N N ST. JAMES N 1 COUPON PER CUSTOMER PER DAY 1 COUPON PER CUSTOMER PER DAY Plein Air Class V V V V with Jill Amorosano A A A A L $1.00 OFF $1.00 OFF L L $1.00 OFF $1.00 OFF L Saturdays: June 24, July 8, 15, U U U U A LARGE OR A A LARGE OR A 22 B SICILIAN PIE DINNER B B SICILIAN PIE DINNER B L (PICK-UP ONLY) (PICK-UP ONLY) L L (PICK-UP ONLY) (PICK-UP ONLY) L Time: 11:45-1:15 p.m. E E E E Ages: 9-13 C C C C O PATIO PIZZA O O PATIO PIZZA O We will go outside to sketch U U U U and paint what surrounds us- P 262 LAKE AVE. P P 262 LAKE AVE. P O 862-7475 O O 862-7475 O N ST. JAMES N N ST. JAMES N natures beauty! $10 Materials fee. 1 COUPON PER CUSTOMER PER DAY 1 COUPON PER CUSTOMER PER DAY Class fee: $75 V V V V A A A A Cartooning and Pop-Up Book L $1.00 OFF $1.00 OFF L L $1.00 OFF $1.00 OFF L U LARGE OR U U LARGE OR U Camp with Jeffrey Allen Price A A A A B SICILIAN PIE DINNER B B SICILIAN PIE DINNER B Session I: July 5-8 L (PICK-UP ONLY) (PICK-UP ONLY) L L (PICK-UP ONLY) (PICK-UP ONLY) L Ages: 8-12 E E E E C C C C Session II: August 21-25 O PATIO PIZZA O O PATIO PIZZA O U U U U Ages: 10-13 P 262 LAKE AVE. P P 262 LAKE AVE. P O 862-7475 O O 862-7475 O Time: 9: 30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. N ST. JAMES N N ST. JAMES N Learn the exciting process of 1 COUPON PER CUSTOMER PER DAY 1 COUPON PER CUSTOMER PER DAY creating your own cartoons from V V V V idea to finished panels. $15 A A A A L $1.00 OFF $1.00 OFF L L $1.00 OFF $1.00 OFF L Materials fee. Class fee: Session I: U U U U A LARGE OR A A LARGE OR A $195; Session II: $240. B SICILIAN PIE DINNER B B SICILIAN PIE DINNER B L (PICK-UP ONLY) (PICK-UP ONLY) L L (PICK-UP ONLY) (PICK-UP ONLY) L E E E E Potato Art Camp C C C C O PATIO PIZZA O O PATIO PIZZA O with Jeffrey Allen Price U U U U July 10-13 P 262 LAKE AVE. P P 262 LAKE AVE. P O 862-7475 O O 862-7475 O N ST. JAMES N N ST. JAMES N Time: 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. 1 COUPON PER CUSTOMER PER DAY 1 COUPON PER CUSTOMER PER DAY

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Summer Arts Adventures at the Mills Pond House continued from page 51 Sculpture Camp Time: 10 a.m.-12 noon hole cameras, disposable cam- with Jeffrey Allen Price Ages: 8-11 eras and Polaroids. $30 materials August 14-18 Learn the beginnings of the fee. Class fee: $240. Time: 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. intricate style of hemp macramé Ages: 9-13 to make a bracelet, necklace, Nature Art Camp (Earthworks Sculpture is fun! Learn about 3- anklet, or sash! Make stylish ear- Camp) with Jeffrey Allen Price D art and make your own out- rings using wire and beads, or July 31-August 4 door lawn creations in wood and unleash your creativity to make a Time: 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. wire. $20 materials fee. Class wearable work of art! $15 Ages: 7-10 fee: $240. Materials fee. Class fee: $100. In this fun art class inspired by nature, students will make their Landscape Art and Design Jewelry Design: Macramé own projects inside and outside. with Mary Voetter with Mary Voetter $15 Materials fee. Class fee: July 10-14 July 17-21 $240. Time: 1-3 p.m. Time: 1-3 p.m. All-Media Fun Camp Ages: 7-10 Ages: 8-11 with Jeffrey Allen Price Learn the valuable art of Beginners will learn the basic August 7-11 Landscape Design! We will do techniques of hemp macramé, Time: 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. flower pressings, rubbings, and enhancing it with beads and This fun class for young artists much more! $20 Materials fee. amulets. For students taking the explores the exciting world of Class fee: $125. Jewelry Design class, you will be mixed media. Paint with your furthering your techniques, knots, feet! Create puppets! Make cos- Jewelry Design and beadwork. $15 Materials fee. tumes, and more! $15 materials with Mary Voetter Class fee: $125. fee. Class fee: $ 240. Saturdays: July 8, 15, 22, 29 continued on facing page

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continued Age: 10-12 Collage with Peter Grass Edible Art with Mary Voetter Students will design book cov- Saturdays: July 29, Saturdays: July 8, 15, 22, 29 ers, album covers, movie posters Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26 Time: 1-2:30 p.m. among others, using mixed Time: 12 noon-1 p.m. Ages: 6-9 media, painting, drawing, pas- Ages: 8-12 & up Make goofy monster sculptures tels, etc. $10 Material fee. Class This class focuses in the art of using apples, toothpicks, carrot fee: $65. Collage. Students will assemble slices, peanut butter, and olives! continued on page 57 Make animals and flowers out of everyday food you would find in your refrigerator! $12 Materials fee. Class fee: $75.

Painting and Drawing in Plein-Air with Mary Voetter July 24-28 Time: 1-3 p.m. Ages: 9-11 The term plein air refers to drawing and painting in the open air. A concept adored by the Impressionists, students too will appreciate landscape drawing and painting in the out of doors, and learn valuable techniques about drawing and painting. $15 Materials fee. Class fee: $95.

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On Stage at Smithtown Performing Arts Center The Smithtown Performing Arts dise during World War II, two Opening and closing night per- Center, located at 2 East Main parallel love stories are threat- formances are on Saturday at Street in Smithtown, brings pro- ened by the dangers of prejudice 8:30 p.m. and Sunday at 7:30 fessional live entertainment to our and war. p.m., $28 and include a post per- backyard at affordable prices. Tickets: $24-$28 formance reception with the cast. Ticket prices range from $16- Subscription plans available at $28, group rates available. Call Arsenic and Old Lace substantial savings. Call the box the box office at 724-3700 for September 23 - October 15 office at 724-3700 more informa- reservations. A man learns that his kindly tion. old aunts and his sinister brother Become a member and save Grease are all serial killers, and tries to with additional benefits. Annual - July 30 sort it out fast so he can go on his membership is $75 and a lifetime The show with mass appeal honeymoon. Brilliant comedy membership is $300. Benefits returns to delight audiences of all like they could only make it in include additional 10% discount ages. GREASE is the word! the old days. on the purchase of tickets to any Tickets: $24-$28 Tickets: $22-$26 performance or subscription package, preferred status for seat- South Pacific PERFORMANCE TIMES/PRICES: ing, 20% discount on program by Rodgers & Hammerstein Thursdays at 2 p.m., $24 advertising, listing on members August 12 - September 10 Thursdays at 8 p.m., $16 page in program and newsletter, Adapted from the Pulitzer discounts for rental of the facility Prize-winning novel “Tales of the Fridays, 8 p.m., $28 for personal or business use, and South Pacific” by James M. Saturdays, 8 p.m., $28 much more. Michener. Set in an island para- Sundays, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m., $24.

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FREE Family Shows at the Library The Friends of the Smithtown This band creates a sound and ELTON JOHN SHOW Library proudly announce a stage presence as close to an Thursday, July 27 • 8 p.m. series of outdoor summer shows, actual Billy Joel performance Rocketman made possible by a grant with all of Joel’s greatest hits. A live salute to Elton John. Hear secured by Suffolk County all your favorite songs including Legislator Lynne C. Nowick, on ELVIS SHOW Bennie and the Jets, Honky Cat, the Main Lawn of the Smithtown Thursday, July 13 • 8 p.m. Philadelphia Freedom and many Library. Events are held King Kai and the Creoles more. Thursday evenings in July and The night belongs to the King, August. Rain date is August 24. Elvis. This is a #1 tribute to ROD STEWART SHOW Bring chairs and enjoy the Elvis. King Kai and the Creoles Thursday, August 10 • 8 p.m. FREE shows. In case of capture the magic and charisma Rick Larrimore inclement weather please check of Elvis. The ‘Ultimate’ tribute to Rod the Smithtown Library’s award- Stewart. Rick Larrimore brings us winning website BEATLES Rod Stewart – you will not be www.smithlib.org after 3 p.m. SHOW able to tell if you’re watching the day of the show for addition- Thursday, Rod or Rick. al details. No smoking please. July 20 8 p.m. All residents are welcome to Beatle Mania OLDIES SHOW attend. Again Thursday, August 17 • 8 p.m. A Beatles trib- Risky Business BILLY JOEL TRIBUTE BAND ute band per- One of the top band on L.Il. Thursday, July 6 • 8 p.m. forming a complete Beatles show takes you back to the music of Big Shot in full costume and make up. continued on facing page

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continued outdoor movie screen with MADAGASCAR Surround Around Thursday, August 3 • 8:30 p.m. the 60’s thru today. Hear all the sound. This is a throw back to the old outdoor Raindate: Tuesday, August 8 top music from each era. drive-in movies. Come and The National Anthem will be MOVIE UNDER THE STARS enjoy the movie under the stars. sung by Dan Curcio. Shows are All residents are welcome to being hosted by WALK 97.5 FM. This movie will be shown on attend. Admission is FREE. For additional information call the larger than life 15’X20’ Movie time is approximate. 265-2072. d The Ultimated Party Rental Excitement!d Choose from a large d assortment of unique d d inflatables from d d 4-in-1 Combo Bouncers d STAC Art Classes to a 360° Obstacle d continued from page 53 Course.We have 30 d portraits, illustrations, pictures and cartoons using magazines, different inflatables – Castle textured paper, mixed media and one for any age anything they can get their hands on! $10 Material fee. Class fee: (2 years-Adult). d $65. Any event: Parties, School Fairs, The Secret Origin of Comic Town Fairs, Books and Superheroes! d with Peter Grass Block Parties. d Saturdays: July 29, Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26 d • Dunk Tank • Popcorn Time: 3-4:30 p.m. Ages: 7-9 • Cotton Candy Students will design their own hero (or villain) and use imagina- • Ice Kone d tion to come up with super pow- ers and make their own comic! Jump N Slide Train andmuch more! $10 Materials fee. Class fee: $95. d d Illustration with Larissa Pymm d d Saturdays: July 29, George’s d Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26 Time: 1-2 p.m. Ages: Grades K-2 Innovative Inflatables Students will explore the world of illustration by listening to sto- ries and poems and then drawing qe pictures to correspond. $10 631-862-8736 Materials fee. Class fee: $65. www.georgesinnovativeinflatables.com

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New York Philharmonic Free Concert and Fireworks July 15, 2006! The 29th Annual New York Island Cares, the Harry Chapin as newcomers young and old Philharmonic Free Concert at Food Bank. Long Island Cares’ discover every year. The concert Heckscher State Park will be mission is to bring together all is free, but there is a $10 per car held on July 15. Tens of thou- available resources for the bene- parking fee for the park until 5 sands have arranged their sum- fit of the hungry on Long Island. p.m. After that, a $10 free-will mer 2006 plans around this All spectators will be encour- contribution will be requested at date, knowing that the excite- aged to donate canned or non- the toll booth. ment of this world-class event is perishable items to Long Island not to be missed! Conductor Cares. Last year, over 1,600 You can help support this Xian Zhang will lead the New pounds of food was collected. event by purchasing the full York Philharmonic Orchestra and color, limited edition commemo- guest violinist Jennifer Koh in a Many families plan an entire rative poster for $25 or buying program that will enchant audi- day's outing at the park, enjoy- raffle tickets at $2 each or a ences of all ages. As the last ing the many facilities and book of six for $10. For more strains of music fade into the opportunities for recreation, and information about how you can night, the evening sky will be bringing along snacks, drinks help support this concert, call filled with the incandescent dis- and a picnic dinner. The enjoy- the Islip Arts Council at 631- play of Grucci Fireworks. ment of selecting their special 224-5420. For program informa- spot on the lawn, listening to tion and other questions, visit This year the New York this exceptional music in a beau- their website at www.isli- Philharmonic Free Concert Com- tiful neighborhood setting and partscouncil.org. This site will mittee of Long Island is proud to ending the evening with a flurry be updated with more informa- once again work with Long of fireworks is not to be missed, tion as it becomes available.

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Programs at Environmental Centers of Setauket-Smithtown The Environmental Centers of For more information or to CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS Setauket-Smithtown will hold the inquire about volunteering call Natural Wonders following programs at the Eric Young, program director at A Pre-School Summer Camp Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 979-6344, ext. 102. Monday-Friday Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown Week I: July 17-22 unless otherwise noted. Pre-reg- FAMILY PROGRAMS Week 2: July 24-28 istration is required for ALL PRO- Week 3: July 31-August 4 GRAMS. Call 979-6344, week- Visit the Butterfly House days, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 12 noon Come visit Long Island’s only Week 4: August 7-11 to 4 p.m. on weekends. Check fully enclosed butterfly house at Time: 9:30 a.m.-12 noon out their website at www.sweet- Sweetbriar Nature Center. See Fee: $125/week, members briarnc.org. hundreds of beautiful winged $150/week, non-members The Preserve is open every day wonders flying free throughout Natural Wonders is a one- from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. the butterfly enclosure. Take a week experience that will intro- leisurely stroll through the beauti- duce your pre-schooler to the ANIMAL LOVERS NEEDED ful gardens, learn about butter- wonders of the natural world. An flies, their habitat, and view but- experienced educator will lead Right in your backyard is a terflies up close in various stages your child through a fun, interac- beautiful 55-acre woodland pre- of their life cycle. Black tive program. Through hands-on serve adjacent to the Nisse- Swallowtails, Buckeyes, activities, live animals, crafts, sto- quogue River. Sweetbriar Nature Spicebush Swallowtails are just ries, and much more, children Center is a not-for-profit organiza- some of the many species that will gain a greater appreciation tion whose mission is to provide can be seen at any given time. for nature and its creatures. nature education and wildlife The Butterfly House hours are For additional information, rehabilitation to local residents. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily June call: 979-6344, ext. 102; They are presently looking for through September. $3/adults, email: [email protected] volunteers with a love of nature $2/seniors and children. website: www.sweetbriarnc.org. and wildlife to help take care of their resident animals. Winter is a tough time for their small staff and any help would be greatly To Advertise in Our Town • St. James Call 862-9849 appreciated.

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Programs at the Library The Smithtown Library offers a REFUNDS will be issued. screen a popular movie each variety of programs during the Registration deadline is July 7. month. Call the library for dates, upcoming weeks and months. times and titles. Register for this The Main Branch, is located at 1 program. North Country Road, Smithtown, NESCONSET 265-2072. The Nesconset Branch Saturday, June 24, 2 p.m. is located at 127-20 Smithtown The Sisterhood of the Traveling Blvd., Nesconset, 265-3994. The Pants. Rated: PG, Runtime: 119 Commack Branch is located at 3 min. Indian Head Road, Commack, SMITHTOWN 543-0998. The Kings Park Branch LIRR TO NEW YORK CITY Thursday, June 29, 1:30 p.m. is located at 1 Church Street, Saturdays: July 8, August 12, An Unfinished Life, starring Kings Park, 269-9191. Call for September 9, October 14, Robert Redford, Morgan Free- Library hours. November 18, December 9 man, Becca Gardner and Jennifer You may register at the above Depart 9 a.m. Lopez. Runtime: 107 min. phone numbers for all programs. Smithtown RR Station For all ages, kids 5 and under ride BACKPACKING BUS TRIP free IN THE NORTHEAST FRIENDS ELLIS ISLAND / Enjoy a day in New York City SMITHTOWN CHINATOWN TOUR on your own. Travel as a group Monday, June 26, 7 p.m. AND SHOPPING WITH on the LIRR departing the Learn the basics of backpack- PENN HONGTHONG Smithtown Railroad Station on ing from an experienced hiker. Friday, July 21, 2006 the 9 a.m. train and return on Learn how to integrate yourself Bus departs 8 a.m. sharp your own, any time that same into the natural environment and and returns approx 8 p.m. day. You must pre-register and truly appreciate the beauty of You will take the ferry to Ellis pay at the main building’s wildlife and nature on a human Island and step into the past. Circulation Desk. Fee: $8, scale. After, you will meet Penn roundtrip ticket, NO REFUNDS. Hongthong, cooking instructor LEONARDO AND THE and author and enjoy a delicious AUTHORS ON PARADE DA VINCI CODE lunch at a Thai restaurant. Penn SMITHTOWN SMITHTOWN will be on hand to answer your Friday, June 30, 7:30 p.m. Monday, July 10, 6:30 p.m. questions relating to the dishes on This monthly series featuring a Historian Vasna Mison will use the menu. Then you will visit an variety of authors is held at the a slide show to explore the life of outdoor market with delicious Smithtown Branch of the Library. an extraordinary man, Leonardo fruits and vegetables. Come pre- Carol Hoenig author of Without DaVinci. pared to shop. Wear comfortable Grace and Christine Kehl shoes. Fee: $73, Friends mem- O’Hagan author of The Book of MAKE YOUR OWN bers; $78, non-members. NO Kehls, will be at the library. Both ANKLE BRACELET REFUNDS will be issued. books will be available for pur- SMITHTOWN Registration deadline is July 12. chase and signing. Call for addi- Tuesday, June 27, 7 p.m. tional dates and times. Book sign- Make a beautiful anklet using a BERKSHIRE TRIP ings will follow the program. Pick sterling silver chain, Swarovski WITH SYMPHONY up your FREE tickets at the crystals and a variety of colored AT TANGLEWOOD Smithtown Branch. glass beads. Fee: $10. Suitable for Sunday, August 20, 2006 ages 16+. Bus departs 7 a.m. sharp EVENING MOVIES and returns approx 9 p.m. AT THE LIBRARY GLASS MOSAICS Travel by ferry to the Berkshires Come to the Nesconset branch SMITHTOWN and visit Tanglewood, summer of the Library at 6:30 p.m. for the Wednesdays: June 28, July 5 home of the Boston Symphony screening a new movie each 6:30 p.m. Orchestra, for a spectacular All- month. Call for dates and times. Learn the technique of applied Brahms concert. Lunch is at the mosaics as you create a beautiful Lenox 218 Restaurant, offering AFTERNOON MOVIES wall mirror of your own design. northern Italian and American AT THE LIBRARY Fee: $10. Suitable for ages 16+. cuisine. Fee: $100, Friends mem- The Smithtown and Nesconset bers; $105, non-members. NO branches of the Library will continued on facing page

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continued 10-10:30 a.m. Pajama Storytime Fridays, June 30, July 7 NESCONSET (3-7 years) CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS A children's librarian leads you Wednesdays: 7-7:30 p.m. Register in person or by phone and your child in reciting, singing June 21 for all Children’s Programs: and reading Mother Goose SMITHTOWN (3-6 years) Smithtown rhymes, which are the corner- Wednesday: 7-7:30 p.m. 265-2072, ext. 248. stones of literature and cultural July 5 (under the stars, weather Nesconset heritage. continued on following page 265-3994 Call the library for dates and times and age restrictions for ALL programs. CHILDREN’S SUMMER PROGRAM REGISTRATION BEGINS Summer program registration begins on Thursday, June 22 at 10 a.m. in person at the library. Telephone registration begins at 10 a.m. on Friday, June 23. Come in or call 265-2072, ext. 248. Visit the Library website at www.smithlib.org for a complete program listing and additional details or go to the library and pick up a program flyer. For School Age Children A variety of literature-based pro- grams which include a wide range of activities are offered throughout the school year. Each children’s department provides specialized programs, unique to each branch. Contact your local MORECRAFT children’s librarian for details or visit the library website at www.smithlib.org. CONSTRUCTION Mommy and Me Vinyl Siding Specialist SMITHTOWN (2 years) Windows 10-11 a.m. Thursdays: June 29, Doors July 6, 13, 20 Roofs NESCONSET (18-35 months) Gutters & Leaders 10:30-11:30 a.m. Fridays: Call for dates Decks A special time for child and par- Fully Licensed & Insured ent/caregiver that incudes free play and a circle time with sto- Architectural Services Available ries, songs and finger plays. Mother Goose Rhymetime 631-584-7010 NESCONSET (birth-24 months) – Lifelong St. James Resident – Wednesday: Call for dates & SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL MERCHANT! times License Number 9604-HI SMITHTOWN (birth-35 months)

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Programs at the Library continued from previous page 4-4:45 p.m. covered will be: Medicare bene- permitting - bring a blanket) Children will listen to patriotic fits and claims problems, An evening for child and stories and a make a holiday- Medigap insurance, long term parent/caregiver that includes sto- themed craft. care options, Medicare HMO’s ries, finger plays and simple and Medicaid eligibility. songs. Wear your pajamas if you A Royal Treat like. SMITHTOWN (Entering grades K-2) ADULT WRITERS’ GROUP Thursday, June 29 This series is the perfect oppor- Three Year Old Story Time 2:30-3:30 p.m. tunity for anyone who has the SMITHTOWN (3 years) Come to an ice-cream making burning desire to write, but has Wednesdays:June 28, workshop and learn how to make trouble getting started or would July 5, 12, 19 this “royal” treat the old-fash- like to receive constructive feed- 11-11:30 a.m. ioned way. Taste-testing includ- back from fellow writers. The Stories, songs and finger plays ed. group is scheduled to meet the with parent/caregiver. first Tuesday of every month. ONGOING Compare ideas on writing as well Craft Fun for 3-5 Year Olds ADULT PROGRAMS as give and receive advice, while SMITHTOWN (3-5 years) having fun in the process. Call for 10-10:45 a.m. COMPUTER CLASSES dates and times. Wednesday, July 5 AT THE LIBRARY Preschool craft program with par- The Smithtown Library is cur- BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP ent/caregiver. rently offering computer courses Meets on Thursday mornings at at the Main Building that will 10:15 a.m. at the Smithtown Almost Time for Kindergarten help you learn how to use your Branch. Call for dates and addi- SMITHTOWN computer. Registration is in per- tional info. Wednesdays, July 5, 12, 19, 26 son and required. Call for sched- Meets on Tuesdays at the 4-4:45 p.m. ule and fees. Nesconset Branch. Call times and A special story and craft program additional info. for children who will be entering FREE BLOOD PRESSURE Kindergarten in the fall. Children SCREENINGS PLAN YOUR NEXT DINNER attend unaccompanied. A registered nurse will conduct PARTY WITH CHEF TOM Free Blood Pressure Screenings at Come to the Smithtown Branch I’m In First The Smithtown Library on the of the Library for this monthly SMITHTOWN (Kindergarten grads) second Wednesday of each series. A tasting will follow Tuesdays, June 27, month from 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 demonstration. Fee: $7 due at July 11, 18, 25 p.m. Information and answers to registration. Call for dates and 4-4:45 p.m. questions concerning hyperten- times. Children will enjoy stories, crafts sion, heart disease and nutrition and other activities. Children will be addressed. POETRY READING attend unaccompanied. No appointment is needed. For You are invited to enjoy read- further information, call 265- ings by seasoned poets; and Royal Story Craft 2072, ext. 208. aspiring poets are encouraged to SMITHTOWN (Entering grades 1-3) take this opportunity to share Thursdays, June 29, July 6 FREE INDIVIDUAL their own work with others in an 4:30-5:30 p.m. HEALTH INSURANCE open reading. First Wednesday of A “royalty” theme-related story COUNSELING FOR SENIORS the month at 7 p.m. For addition- and craft will be featured each The main branch of the al information call 265-2072, ext. individual session. Smithtown Library, in conjunc- 208. tion with the Retired Senior Wacky Wednesday Volunteer Program, will give free CHESS AT NIGHT! SMITHTOWN (Entering grades 1-4) individual health insurance coun- Chess for everyone... bring Wednesday, July 5, 2-2:45 p.m. seling for seniors on the 2nd and your mind and be ready to learn Crafts and fun. 4th Wednesday of each month. the ultimate game of mind strate- Call for dates and times. gy. Basic instructions and chess- Fourth of July Story Craft Appointments are necessary. boards will be provided... all are SMITHTOWN (Entering grades 2-6) Call 265-2072 ext. 208 to set up welcome. Children under 14 Wednesday, June 28 an appointment. Some topics continued on page 66

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Programs at the Library continued from previous page share tips and stitches with others Call for additional dates. Please must be accompanied by an at the main branch of the library. register for this program by call- adult. You will meet every other The group will meet on ing 265-2072, ext. 208. Tuesday at the Main Branch of the Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. to Smithtown Library from 6:30 to 1:30 p.m. Call 265-2072, ext. DEFENSIVE DRIVING CLASSES 8:30 p.m. Call for additional 208 for dates and to register. The Smithtown Library offers dates. Register for this program. two Defensive Driving classes in CROCHET & KNITTING conjunction with the New York CROCHET & KNITTING CLUB GROUP State Safety Program. After the The Main Branch of the In this monthly series, you will successful completion of this Smithtown Library will hold its share tips and stitches with others course, attendees may receive a Crochet Club, which will meet at the main branch of the library. discount on their automobile twice a month on Mondays from The group will meet on insurance and point deduction 7 to 8:30 p.m. Continue to work Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30 p.m. from existing violations on their on your current project or try at the Nesconset branch of the driver’s licenses. something new. Bring your yarn library. Call 265-2072, ext. 208 There is a fee of $35 (check or and hooks and be prepared to for dates and to register. money order only) which is non- crochet away! Beginners wel- refundable. Licensed drivers of all come. Call for dates. Please regis- QUILT AT THE LIBRARY ages are eligible to participate in ter for this program by calling In this monthly series you can this course. 265-2072, ext. 208. share and learn about quilting. An AARP Defensive Driving The group meets the first Saturday class will be held at both the CROCHET & KNITTING of the month at the main branch Smithtown and Nesconset In this monthly series, you will from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 8. continued on facing page

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Special Thanks from the St. James Post Office by Victoria Shipley-Wilson Postmaster, Saint James Post Office On behalf of the Long Island District, I would like to thank all our generous Saint James residents for participating in the 2006 Annual NALC Food Drive. The post offices on Long Island were able to collect over one million pounds of food that was distrib- uted to over 600 local food pantries to help those in need during the next few months. PHONE CARDS NEEDED Our next endeavor is to be able to ship more phone cards to our soldiers overseas so that they may call home to their fami- lies, friends, and loved ones to ease their loneliness and assure folks back home that they are safe. We are asking all of you interested to please stop at the Saint James Post Office this month to make a donation towards a phone card and also furnish us with names of any serviceman/woman who may be newly deployed overseas that may not be on our list yet. All the phone cards you have generously donated in the past have been sent overseas, and we have been advised that the sol- diers are in dire need of more cards and how very much they appreciate them. Thank you in advance for your generosity and support. God Bless America and keep our troops free from harm.

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DESIGN IDEAS: AARP – A Designer Downsize by Natalie Weinstein, clean up, throw out, organize Allied ASID and get a plan. Downsizing to remain close to Mine was to try to keep my home and work has gone from a head above water, pack for an dream to a new landscape in interim move to a tiny apartment many parts of the country. I, as a before the actual move, juggle designer on Long Island, have some 40 clients, prepare my been lobbying for this concept to radio show and articles and try to become a reality in the past keep my sanity. So where did I decade, working to convince begin? At the drawing board – of builders and homeowners in sur- course. Space was the key and rounding areas that “over 55” judicious planning would afford communities are viable, sensible me the ability to maximize every and help reduce the general tax inch I had to work with. burden on towns. Good fortune smiled on the Today, I’m pleased to say, Weinstein’s when we learned that more and more condo communi- Michael Dubb was the builder. ties, both over 55 and not, have The Beechwood Organization appeared, enabling the modern Is living easier? You bet. Has it (Michael and his partner Leslie A. senior to live and work near their opened the way for new friend- Lerner), are award winners and children and grandchildren, their ships? Absolutely. Has it freed me Michael is the former president of friends and the communities in to assess what physical things I the L.I. Builders Institute, philan- which they are involved. Many really need and those I don’t? thropist, and a caring Long such complexes contain club- Clearly, the positives outweigh Islander. He and I had an oppor- houses, health and fitness centers the negatives, as so many people tunity to get to know each other with indoor and outdoor pools, are discovering. on my radio show, and he was and some even have one or more As a designer whose concern is kind enough to allow me the pro- restaurants. All this, and no more to make the process as much fun fessional courtesy of designing shoveling snow and mowing as the end result, I now realized and creating my own interior lawns! the shoe was on the other foot. space. On Long Island, as in many Perhaps it wasn’t as easy to pack, Now the fun began! Enlisting other areas across the nation, the move, stay in an interim dwelling the aid of husband Bernie, whose homes have appreciated tremen- until the new digs were ready, BNW Industries has provided dously in the last 20 or 30 years. unpack and organize in a smaller countless architectural and built- If a family maintained their space, all while having fun. in solutions for my clients over home, they could easily triple or There was an element of excite- the past 15 years, it was now my quadruple their investment. ment, a few moments of hesita- turn. I got out my wish list and Purchasing a smaller or easier to tion considering if this was the began to design it into reality, maintain dwelling and newly right move, but all in all it was a and as it grew, so did my impa- decorating it, probably would new beginning – a way to get out tience. It seems our clients kept leave folks with a little left over of the rut some of us feel we’re in getting bumped up to the top of and a new beginning. and share the new experience the orders, and I fell further So, how do people feel about with spouses, family and friends. behind while our 500-foot tempo- leaving their lovely, perhaps If nothing else, it sure gives you rary abode, with no washer and secluded homes with larger something to talk about! dryer (terrible) and no kitchen rooms, more storage and comfort- So now comes the big ques- stove (not so terrible) seemed to able old surroundings? Great! tion? Can a condo feel like home be shrinking. Change is a good thing. I know or is it just a place before the final D-day was Memorial Day because I not only have decorat- resting place or assisted living? weekend when my elderly par- ed dozens for clients, but left a Here’s my story: ents were coming to visit. Three 4,500-square-foot home on two What does an interior designer months to go and we had acres to live in a 2,000-square- do when faced with the challenge sheetrock walls, one temporary foot condo with a backyard the of creating a new home in a bathroom, no kitchen, vanities, same size as I used to have-only condo after 27 years in a resi- flooring, railing, cabinetry or now, I share it with 24 other fam- dence over twice the size? The closets. But deadlines and pres- ilies. same thing she tells her clients – continued on page 99

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COLLECTOR’S CORNER: Scrap Booking Past and Present by Carol Gibbons ing guru, and she suggested that Victoria embraced this craft it Like many people who reach “we” meaning that she would help became a woman’s hobby. The this crossroad in their life, I have me, clean it up a little. Get a new name given to the book by the trouble believing that my eldest book, reproduce as many of the scraps and bits they filled them child is part of the Smithtown High mementos and photos as possible with, locks of hair, pressed flow- School graduating class of 2006. and create a new updated scrap- ers, feathers, ribbons, calling Laura is 18 years old. I find myself book, one that would truly tell the cards, poems, illustrations, and asking, where has the time gone? story of Laura. letters. In 1870 die cutting and Wasn’t it only two weeks ago that This idea really excited me and stamping were introduced adding we were sitting on the floor in the I wanted to do it authentically. another aspect to the craft. But it playroom with scissors and glue, First I began with the history of wasn’t until 1888 when George crafting paper doll cut outs? The scrapbooking in the Ephemera Eastman introduced the Kodak photo album I’ve been keeping for Encyclopedia and it contained a camera that the scrapbook was her over the years lets me know wealth of information that helped revolutionized, adding a whole this cannot be true. It is over me to understand how this craft new dimension. In the 1940’s stuffed and exploding with pic- evolved. Beginning in 1769 Ansel Adams and other photogra- tures, awards, play bills, match William Granger published a book phers started to use photography books, pressed flowers and certifi- about the history of England that as art, rather than a way to tell a cates to suggest otherwise. When I included blank pages so readers story. This new focus put scrap- started this collection of life living could add their own illustrations. booking on hold for many years. artifacts for Laura, I always intend- Others followed and this process Today scrapbooking has ed to hand it over to her as she came to be known as “grangeriz- returned bigger than ever, and entered the next phase of her life – ing.” By the early 1800’s with the technology of computers College. Similar to passing the embossed albums with blank and digital cameras it is creative baton at one of her track meets, pages, similar to the ones used and easy. The modern scrapbook and now that the time has come, today, were called common place is imaginative, colorful and I’m finding it difficult to part with books. Thomas Jefferson and Mark through proper journaling tells a this uniquely special collection Twain were both known to have fabulous story of its owner. The that summarizes my daughter. I kept a common place book about goal is to get rid of the family presented my dilemma to my themselves. In Germany, in 1836 shoebox filled with unidentifiable neighbor Noreen who is our the first official scrapbook relatives, find out who they were, friendly neighborhood scrapbook appeared, and when Queen tell their story, and give our fami- lies roots. Scrapbooking is a way to preserve the past for our future. Hopefully the scrap book I’m cre- ating for Laura will be a proper The Ye llow Cottage representation of her life’s story. Antiques, Accessories & Gifts for you and your home Laura’s great grandchildren should be able to pick it up, look through Cottage Style Furniture it and get a sense of who she was. Pottery How special, how loved, how Vintage Linens uniquely wonderful she is to me will be preserved and passed on to Quilts • Ironstone others. I have come to realize that Americana a scrapbook is a gift one we can Colorful Florals & Gifts give to ourselves and one that we can pass on to those we love, even those we have yet to meet. 415 No. Country Rd. St. James, NY 11780 Editor’s Note: Carol Gibbons is co-owner of 631-584-5776 The Yellow Cottage, 415 North Country (on 25A - 1/4 mile east Road, St. James, specializing in vintage of woodlawn ave.) linens, ironstone and depression glass. Call 584-5776 or stop in for any Summer Hours additional information. Weds.-Sat. 11-5:00 Sun. 12-4

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REALTY WISE: Why A Condo May Be Right for You by Rita Clous the apartment-style, in which you upgrades to the community’s An option often overlooked by may have units on either side of common areas as well as the cost those desiring homeownership is you and above and/or below. for the services of a property purchasing a condominium or However, there are other styles. management company. condo. But, the traditional There are units that are designed However, if you would rather detached single family home is more like townhomes, with single spend your free time doing some- not the ideal situation for every- or multiple levels and one or two thing besides mowing the lawn, one. For those just starting out, common walls with neighbors. painting the outside of your affordability may be an issue. An You may even find a condo in a home, or waiting at home for the empty nester may want to down- building that was a multi-unit pool maintenance person, then a size and not have the hassles of apartment converted to condo condo may be for you. yard work and other mainte- units. Other advantages of owning a nance. Or it can simply be that Condos are attractive to many condo are the amenities that may the traditional family home does- buyers because they offer them a be part of your complex such as a n’t suit your lifestyle. chance to own their residence pool, tennis courts, fitness center When you own a condo, you and build equity at what is some- or clubhouse. These are some of own the title to the space within times a lower cost than a single- the perks you might not be able the walls of your living quarters. family detached home. to afford or even have room for if Common areas such as hallways, One factor to consider is that you were to purchase a single- roofs, parking lots, green areas condominium owners generally family home. and pools are shared with the must pay a condo association fee Of course, as with all things, other owners in the complex. The monthly. These fees defray the there are some disadvantages to more common type of condo is cost of maintenance, repairs and continued on page 99

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NATURALLY SPEAKING: Enjoy These Hot Summer Days by June A. Liardi of boiling water over the herbs Summer is here now. and let steep for 20-30 minutes. Vacations, picnics, reunions, Refrigerate until cold. You can camp and boating. We really then add the juice of a lemon or don’t have a vacation from gar- orange and serve over ice with a dening though. Your plants really sprig of fresh mint. need you now. If you have a rainy day and Make sure to keep an eye on need to occupy the children, they your container plantings. They can create a seaside picture. may need water twice a day now. While away at the shore or just The heat and humidity will dry during a walk on the beach start them out. Add some water-solu- collecting. Collect some sand, ble or fish emulsion fertilizer small shells (look close, there are when you water. The nutrients in real small ones), pebbles, drift- the soil will leach out each time wood, dried seaweed, beach you water. grass and feathers. Get some oak You should keep after the tag or cardboard, tacky glue and weeds also. These unwanted markers. Using all these materi- plants will rob vital water from als, have each child create a your flowers and vegetables. It scene of a favorite spot, a favorite will probably be a good idea to memory or a fantasy place. You work at dusk or dawn during could even get a shadow box and these hot days. Make sure to pro- frame the creation. tect yourself from mosquitoes. You should check for any stand- ing water in your yard. Even the smallest amount can breed hun- dreds of the pests. amend the soil with compost and This is about the last time you manure. You can start to plant should pinch back your mums. your fall garden of beets, broc- You probably have tomatoes Feed them every 2-3 weeks until coli, carrots, kale, spinach and ripe by now. Here is a tasty idea buds form. You will be rewarded lettuce. This is also the time to for your next party. Cut some with nice bushy plants this fall. plant seeds of perennials. This slices of Italian bread and brush Keep deadheading your flow- will give them a headstart for next both side with olive oil. Sprinkle ers, it really pays off with contin- year. with pepper and bake at 425º for ued blooms. It is a good excuse You can prevent your lawn 5-7 minutes, or until crisp and to just stroll around the garden at from creeping into your garden light brown, turning once. Top the end of a hot, busy day. beds very simply. Just roll up with mozzarella cheese, pieces of Stay with your zucchini plants. some sheets of newspaper and chopped tomato and snipped Harvest them when they are lay them between the bed and fresh basil. Drizzle with olive oil small and tender. Use some of the lawn. Just cover with mulch and sprinkle with salt. the blossoms too, for cooking. and you’re done. Your lawn Have a happy and safe 4th of You can dip them into batter and mower will just roll right over it July. Celebrate with a red, white fry them. If you don’t have any, too. and blue dessert of farm fresh you can often find them at the After all this yard work you raspberries or red currents, lus- farm stand. The owners are usual- may want to settle down in the cious homemade whipped cream ly helpful with recipes also. shade with a refreshing ice herb and plump blueberries, yum. Of This is the time to take cuttings tea. Some good candidates for course, we’ll need to take a walk of some flowering plants and your tea are lemon balm, lemon or swim some laps after that. herbs to grow inside this winter. grass, any mint, lemon or lime Enjoy these, hot, summer days. Some that room well are gerani- verbena and pineapple sage. Put ums, begonias, lavender, mari- Editor’s Note: about 10 fresh lemon or lime ver- June Liardi, a St. James resident for over golds and oregano. Fresh herbs bena leaves, 10 or more mint 30 years, is a wife and mother of three during the winter are a treat. leaves, a stalk of lemon grass and sons. June will be writing articles on gar- As the lettuce and peas in your 2 tbs. of chopped ginger into a dening, nature related craft projects and garden finish, clean them up and heat resistant bowl. Pour 2 cups family activities.

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OUR TOWN • JUNE 2006 – 80 – FINANCIAL SAVVY LIFE DOESN’T STAND STILL MONEY MATTERS: AND NEITHER SHOULD Investing... YOUR INVESTMENTS. The Most Basic Question by Scott Posner, CFP, A.A.M.S. This column is coming up on eight years old! Over the past eight years this column has taken a Time can affect you as mach as your look at a variety of investment topics. We have investments. While you can’t stop looked deep into the intricacies and nuances of the markets and economy. We have looked at the change, you can make sure your macro and microeconomic picture. (Fancy words investments match your current for big and little.) circumstances and goals. This month will be a return to basics. Not the difference between a stock and bond. Not the defini- Fortunately, doing that may be as easy tion of risk or how to set as meeting with your investment goals. I mean VERY basic. representative. A free Portfolio Review What is investing? This very basic question is from Edward Jones can help identify rarely analyzed. Have where your investments stand in some fun with this ques- tion. Ask people what relation to your goals and how to get investing is and you will them moving in the same direction. get answers like: buying and selling stocks; manag- And put time back on your side. ing a portfolio of investments; planning for retire- ment; strategic allocation of liquid assets. (OK, if you get the last answer you are talking to someone To see if rebalancing makes sense, with a deep love economics.) call or visit your local investment In its most basic form investing is simply your second business. No matter what your primary representative today for a free business or job, investing is another business. You, Portfolio Review. the investor, own that business. You have to decide what is the goal of the business. Is the goal to pro- duce more income than your primary business or job? Is it to supplement your income immediately? Is it to have something to leave your kids? You must decide. Scott Posner, CFP, AAMS Like any business, funding becomes a primary 542 North Country Rd. concern. Starting an investment business requires money like any other business. The better funded St. James, NY 11780 you are, the bigger business you can have. Unlike 862-2020 most businesses, investing can be started with almost any amount and built slowly. Many busi- nesses require significant funding in order for them to have a chance at survival, investing is not one of those. www.edwardjones.com Let’s play a game. Instead of calling it an invest- Member SIPC ment business let’s call it a dress shop. Where will your dress shop be located? There are stores avail- able with high or low rent. Is location important to you? It should be! Look for the location that makes sense for you. Maybe 5th Avenue in Manhattan is right or perhaps Main Street would be better. Do NOT make your decision solely on the rent, instead MAKING SENSE OF INVESTING make your decision on the value. Your goal is not continued on facing page

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HCDS “STOCKS UP” SMITHTOWN ROTARY AWARDS SCHOLARSHIPS...

Congratulations to Harbor Country Day School fifth graders, Meghan Pinezich, Rose Brennan and Lauren Solito. These very clever “stocksters” placed #1 in Newsday’s Stock Market Game. They researched many companies, keeping track of their selling prices each week since October. The students also wrote letters to a company asking for information about why they May was scholarship month at the Smithtown Rotary Club. should invest in their company. Their research and The club was proud to award scholarships to Kayla Towey good decisions earned them $30,000, using a virtual and Caitlin Klein of Smithtown West and Sakia Anwar of $100,000 allotment from Newsday. Kudos to Harbor’s Newfield. This year marked the first time the Helene number one team. Harbor Country Day School is a pri- Seidell Scholarship was granted in memory of past presi- vate nonprofit independent school located at 17 Three dent Dick Seidell’s wife. Helene’s love and dedication Sisters Road in St. James. For information call 584- towards education will be memorialized through the 5555. scholarship in her name.

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St. James Students are Winners of Lioness Essay Contest submitted by Ron Parmegiani Two fifth grade students from St. James Elementary School were the proud recipients of the coveted award that recognized them as “JUST SAY NO,” poster children. The Smithtown Lioness Club hon- ored Evan Finger and Hannah Spates on May 2, 2006 for their diligent work in the infantile stages of wiping out the drug war that plagues our schools. The Smithtown Lioness Club conducts an annual essay contest to promote drug awareness. The two students feverishly composed essays competing with just shy of 400 other participants from the Smithtown and Kings Park School Districts. Each student was given the opportunity to read the words that they wrote res- onating their commitment to remain drug free. Hannah Spates, Smithtown East Division third place winner, and Evan Finger, Smithtown East first place winner, were filled with nervous anxiety as they read their essays aloud to distinguished guests, parents, Lioness members and their peers. All of the Mr. Michael Klee (left) and Mr. Ron Parmegiani (right essays contained similar messages, “Drugs Are A back), are pictured with Lioness Essay Contest winners (l- Drag,” the essay contest theme. St. James Elementary r) Evan Finger and Hannah Spates; also pictured is Evan’s School and the community at large have something twin sister, Sara. to be thrilled by – our youth have received the mes- sage that drugs will not allow them to soar and will Now just remember, if you smoke, your goals in only inhibit their fullest potential. life will be set in flames. But, if you make the right Hannah Spates wrote: choice, you can achieve your goals and live a You have taken a hopeless chance. Angel dust longer and healthier life. does not give you an angel’s wings to fly up high Their words speak volumes as to the commitment in the sky; it will only give you a devil’s tail to sink that our community makes to ridding our streets of down below the ground. It may give you a feeling the harmful and adverse effects of drugs. Congrats to of entering into a whole new wonderful world all of our winners. beyond the earth’s boundaries. But, when you That evening, the Smithtown Lioness Club hosted really come back down to earth, you feel burnt out a terrific Awards Dinner. We are confident that their and horrible. Don’t let that addiction become your commitment to our community is valued and the affliction because you are victim of their situation. message is clear to the kids that they they will soon Even Finger also took a tough stance on drugs: be our ‘future.’ Thanks and congrats again.

HCDS STUDENTS GIVE MOTHER’S DAY GIFT OF LIFE... On Friday, May 12, middle school students at Harbor Country Day School in St. James held a reception in honor of their mothers for Mother's Day. The week before, the students, faculty, and staff at the School walked to raise money to find a cure for breast cancer. At the reception, a check in the amount of $1,002 was presented to The Fortunato Breast Health Center at J.T. Mather Hospital in Port Jefferson. This money will be designated to the “Uninsured Fund” at the center.

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Sensational Reviews for HCDS Book Fair! Book Fair fever was ignited with a visit from author Dan Greenburg to Harbor Country Day School on Thursday, March 30, the day before the school’s Spring Book Fair. In an interview, Greenburg said, “I love making people chuckle and shiver at the same time.” The author was impressed with the participa- tion from Harbor County students in grades 2 through 5. The Spring Book Fair event, held on Friday evening, March 31 at the school, located at 17 Three Sisters Road in St. James, surpassed all expectations of fun and grandeur! An exceptional New York City street fair ambience with clusters of amazing balloon displays and a great selection of children’s and adult books provided by BookSmart set the stage! Authors Dan Greenburg and Alyssa Satin Capucilli were busy chatting and signing books for eager readers! Entertainment was provided by HCDS street musi- Authors Alyssa Satin Capucilli and Dan Greenburg (cen- ter) surrounded by Harbor Country Day School parent cians, while Dr. Dannenberg (Harbor parent) created volunteers. many animal balloons. To round out the festivities, visitors had their faces painted and enjoyed ice cream families and faculty, and it was a pleasure to wel- sundae treats at Harbor’s Serendipity! come many families from the community.” What an “Climb Aboard the Reading Express” evening was evening to remember! indeed festive and buzzing with chatter! “We are For information about Harbor Country Day School, proud of the overwhelming support from the Harbor please call 584-5555.

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The 3-year-olds pose in front of a fire truck. The 4-year-olds climb into the fire truck. SJUM Nursery School Learns About Fire Safety From making Easter bonnets teach everyone how to “fall, Kaleita, Eddie Montrose and Fire and ties the first week of April to drop, and roll” in case of fire and Marshall Kevin Peterson for help- a visit to the St. James Fire how to crawl low when in dark ing with the presentation. Both Department at the end of the smoke. The 4-year-olds visited classes learned a lot and were month, students and teachers at the firehouse and the 3-year-olds spellbound by Sparky. St. James United Methodist were visited by Fire Marshall St. James United Methodist Nursery School, 532 Moriches Kevin Peterson and Fireman Bob Nursery has a few openings for Road in St. James, have been McGovern. The children thought 3’s and 4’s for the September most busy. it was great fun when they were semester – call 584-9555 for an The children were thrilled to given the opportunity to hold the application and for further infor- see the new addition to the St. fire hose as water shot out. mation about the school. James Fire Department, a robot Special thanks to Firemen Bob called Sparky. Sparky’s job is to McGovern, Katie Young, Ed

Fire Marshall Kevin Peterson is pictured with his The 4’s line up in their Easter bonnets and ties that they made. daughter Olivia and Sparky the robot. SJUM Nursery To Host Open Houses St. James United Methodist 12 noon; Thursday, July 6 from affordable and the environment is Nursery School, located at 532 10 a.m. to 12 noon; Tuesday, July most nurturing and attractive. All Moriches Road in St. James, will 11, from 6-8 p.m.; Monday, July are welcome. hold five Open Houses in June 17 from 3-5 p.m.; and on Friday, and July. You are invited to tour July 28 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. For additional information, the facility and meet the staff on There are openings for 3’s and please call the school at 584- Saturday, June 24 from 10 a.m. to 4’s in September. Rates are 9555.

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On Wednesday, May 3, 2006 the Smithtown Rotary Club honored Matthew Hornberger, of St. James and an eighth grader from Nesa- quake Middle School, at a luncheon held at The Water- mill. Mr. Mike Walsh, a mem- ber of the Smithtown Rotary, presented Matthew with an award and a gift certificate to Border’s, in recognition of his outstanding community and school service.

Among the guests were Superintendent of Schools Dr. Planz, Principal of Nesaquake Middle School Mr. Podd; and Matthew’s teacher Ms. Wilde. Matthew Hornberger is pictured holding his award at the Rotary luncheon where he was honored. He is surrounded (l-r) by his teacher Ms. Wilde, Mr. Mike Walsh, Rotary member; Mr. Podd, Principal at Nesaquake Middle School; and Superintendent of Schools Dr. Planz.

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Students Who Struggle to Learn: “What Should I Do This Summer?” by Linda De Motta, MA too often in the course of her edu- woman responded adamantly, “I A few weeks ago, I met with a cational career, and then Loretta am not disabled” – yet another young woman – I’ll call her said that she wanted the opportu- powerful and poignant statement. Loretta – and her parents to dis- nity to fall off the crutches and get I was quite impressed by this cuss her entrance into college in up on her own two feet using her family’s ability to come to terms the fall. Loretta had been diag- own resources. with their differing opinions nosed with Attention Deficit Loretta’s parents responded through a positive conversation Disorder (ADD) during her last admirably in the face of such a that ultimately will become the year in high school, and her par- powerful and passionate declara- start of the “letting go” process, a ents were concerned that she tion. Following further discus- process that must take place might not get enough support sion, Loretta’s parents agreed to between students and parents once she got to college. allow her to complete the rest of once the students have graduated The theme of independence this academic year in high school from high school. and self-advocacy informs almost without the “crutches.” It was a Now, this story has a second all of the articles I have been writ- difficult, courageous and nurtur- lesson for us. Loretta’s parents ing these past few months, but ing response, especially after noted that Loretta may not have this anecdote demonstrates the such a somewhat painful, open all the resources within herself concept in real terms. During our and honest discussion between that she may need to succeed in conversation, Loretta said some- parents and daughter. school on her own. So we devel- thing important about her capaci- At the end of the conversation, oped a plan that might help ty to perform well in school. She one parent mentioned Loretta’s Loretta develop some of those told her parents that they have disability, to which this intelli- resources before she leaves high been providing a crutch for her gent and independent young continued on facing page

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continued in college, but this is a person Similar to Loretta, students school and during the summer who wants to eventually leave who struggle to learn can develop months before going off to univer- behind the world of accommoda- their own systems for organiza- sity. We did not want to choose tions. I have no doubt that she tion and time management as the conventional activities – will not only develop new strate- long as they get the job done, so reading novels and newspapers gies for learning, but also uncov- to speak. Some students need to throughout the summer; keeping er the resources that already exist count on their fingers for math a journal; joining a book discus- within her. continued on page 98 sion group; practicing basic cal- culations – all of which can help, but Loretta needed something unconventional – or at least a dif- ferent twist on the conventional ideas. Instead of keeping a journal, Loretta might write letters about her thoughts on current issues in the news – but these letters will be addressed to an imaginary child, an imaginary senior citi- zen, a grandparent, an uncle, any audience that will force her to change her use of language from one letter to another and to address the issues in terms of the interests of each type of audi- ence. If Loretta does read any novels, she might imagine how she would stage the novel as a play or film; this exercise would encour- age her to condense, summarize, find main ideas and interpret the major themes necessary to give the play some pith. Instead of Elaine Holst balancing her checkbook using a (631) 584-4800 computer or calculator, Loretta 428 LAKE AVE will balance it with good ol’ pen- ST JAMES cil and paper (remember that?). [email protected] And I invited Loretta to corre- spond with me throughout the summer on how she is doing with these and other exercises we included in our new plan. The opportunity to correspond with Call me today. If you’re a safe driver, someone who will provide regu- I can help you save money lar responses to her ideas and on your car insurance. reactions can help Loretta learn to revise her comments in writ- ing, dig deep into issues, chal- lenge her own opinions and clar- Proud member of the Chamber of Commerce ify and substantiate her thoughts. Loretta and her family are dis- covering that her label as “dis- abled” is not helpful to Loretta. Discount and insurance offered only with select companies and subject to availability and She may benefit from some qualifications. Discount amount may be lower and applies to most major coverages. Discount applies to most major coverages. Allstate Insurance Company and Allstate Property and Casualty accommodations in her first year Insurance Company: Northbrook, IL. ©2004 Allstate Insurance Company.

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Bill Dvorak Awarded Full Scholarship Bill Dvorak, of St. James, has Merit Scholarship Finalist. He is a been awarded a full scholarship to committeeman for Suffolk County the Franklin W. Olin College of and is involved with the Guide Engineering near Boston. This Dog Foundation. Not only are his innovative institution has been rec- academic credentials impeccable, ognized by Princeton Review as but his musicianship is well recog- one of the best engineering schools nized. He has achieved All in the nation, although it is still in County, All State and All Eastern its infancy. Bill was accepted after Honors for his instrumentality. Bill a highly selective process which is the Varsity Cross Country team included a candidates’ weekend. captain and White Letter winner. From New York State there are For the past two summers, Bill has approximately seven other students been a tennis instructor. This sum- that met the standards. mer he has been hired by Sigma Bill has won, over the course of Energy Solutions, Inc. to develop his schooling, numerous county, and implement asset optimization state and national math, physics, templates. Bill was also accepted and computer science awards and by Harvard and Cooper Union. Bill Dvorak scholarships, including National Nicolette Margiotta Accepted into People to People Program

Nicolette Margiotta, of St. James History, Nicolette will examine the and a student at St. Patrick’s characteristics of American leader- School, has been accepted into the ship during times of national chal- People to People World Leadership lenge and prosperity. Forum dele- Forum. Nicolette will join a select gates will also participate in small- group of students in Washington group discussions and exercises to D.C., April 9-15, 2007 to earn experience first-hand how success- high school credit while studying ful leaders develop strategies, leadership and exploring some of make decisions, build consensus, the United States’ most prominent and foster change. monuments and institutions. Nicolette was nominated and From Capitol Hill to the accepted for the honor based on Smithsonian Institute, and from outstanding scholastic merit, civic Colonial Williamsburg to the involvement and leadership poten- Nicolette Margiotta National Museum of American tial.

Congratulations Grad! Congratulations to Daniel SUNY Potsdam where he is study- Calderone, son of Anne and Phil ing at the Crane School of Music. Calderone of St. James, who grad- A candidate for the President’s List uated with university honors from must attain a grade point average Carnegie Mellon University in of 3.5 or over. Pittsburgh. Daniel received a Congratulations and best wishes Bachelor of Science Degree in to both Dan and Chris from your Psychology with a minor in family and friends. We are all very Philosophy. proud of you! Congratulations also go out to Dan’s brother, Chris. Chris was named to the President’s List at Daniel Calderone

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Congratulations Grads!

Lauren Ann Mondrone, daugh- ter of Ann and Ralph Mondrone of St. James, has earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mathematics from Colgate Uni- versity in Hamilton, NY. Lauren graduated cum laude, and received secondary teaching cer- tification in Mathematics. Lauren is a 2002 graduate of St. Anthony’s High School in South Huntington. During her time at Colgate she served as president of Colgate’s Newman Community as well as president Crystal Ann Consalvo of Delta Delta Delta women’s fra- Lauren Ann Mondrone Congratulations to Crystal Ann ternity. She also served as a vol- Consalvo, of St. James, who unteer for the admissions office your family and friends in St. graduated Cum Laude with a and worked as a student caller for James. We wish you much suc- Bachelor’s Degree in Health Colgate’s Annual Fund. cess and happiness as you pursue Science from Quinnipac Univer- Congratulations Lauren from your teaching career. sity in Connecticut. Crystal will continue her graduate program at Quinnipac. Congratulations to Matthew Barley and Kristopher Reichardt, both of Crystal’s parents, Ada and Joe, St. James, who graduated with the Class of 2006 from Cornell Universi- along with her brother Michael, ty in Ithaca, NY. Matthew received a Bachelor of Science degree in and pooch Baby, “wish her the Computer Science and Kristopher received a Bachelor of Science degree very best. We love you a whole in Industrial and Labor Relations at Cornell University’s commencement bunch!” ceremonies held on May 28, 2006. New Arrival? Something Great Got Even Better! VILLAGE PRESBYTERIAN PRE-SCHOOL Learning as a Great Adventure • 42 Years Experience • Individualized Attention Now • Separate Music & Dance Teachers Accepting Share the blessed event with your • Large Fenced In Playground Registration friends and neighbors in • Strong Literacy Program for the OUR TOWN ¥ ST. JAMES • Emphasis on Math & Science 2006 -2007 Send your announcement • N.Y.S. Licensed Pre-School with School Year and photo to Certified Teachers OUR TOWN¥ ST. JAMES • Secure Classroom Environment 359 Lake Avenue St. James, NY 11780 • Non-Sectarian • 2 & 3 Day 3 Year Old Program Photos will be returned if requested. • 3 & 4 Day 4 Year Old Program VILLAGE There is no fee for this service. PRESBYTERIAN For further information please call For Info Call 631-724-9382 PRE-SCHOOL 862-9849 175 East Main Street, Smithtown

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Proper Portions by Alicia Watins Fish, Meat, Chicken, Eggs, and English muffin. Stick to high fiber We all know that when we Beans: One serving of fish, poul- whole grains and limit yourself to read we begin with A B C and try or lean meat is 2-3 ounces. 3-5 servings per day, depending when we sing we begin with Do Therefore, up to 6 ounces of fish, upon your personal caloric Re Mi... (well, according to poultry or lean meat is recom- intake. Rodgers and Hammerstein, any- mended per day. Other serving Fruits: A serving of fruit is 1 way). So, it only makes sense that sizes are: 1/2 cup cooked beans, medium sized whole fresh fruit, 1 when we diet we begin with 1 2 1/2 cup tofu or tempeh, 1 whole cup of berries or a medium slice 3. Yes, numbers! As in portions! egg or 2 egg whites, 2 table- of melon; 1/2cup chopped, We live in a ‘supersize it’ spoons of peanut butter, nuts or cooked, or canned fruit, 1/2 cup world and have lost all sense of seeds. Generally, 60-80 grams of fruit juice. Try to stick to fresh reality when it comes to proper protein will suffice (this would be fruit; it gives you the most fiber portion control. And, well, to be found in a total of 12-14 ounces and often the least amount of honest, when dieting, size does of lean meat, or about four-six 15 sugar. Be sure your choice of fruit matter! So what is a proper por- ounce servings per day. One juice does not have added sugars. tion, you may ask. Allow me to ounce of lean meat provides Avoid coconuts, olives and avo- have the honor of satisfying your about 7 grams of protein). Try to cados; they are best considered curiosity! limit eggs to 3 a week! as fats! Enjoy 3 servings of fruits a Fats: Limit added fat to no Vegetables: One serving is 1 day! more than 1-2 tablespoons per cup of raw vegetables or 1/2 cup Always be sure to eat breakfast day. Fats should comprise cooked vegetables. A serving of (studies show that breakfast eaters approximately 20% of your daily vegetable juice is 1/2 cup. If you have a lower Body Mass Index caloric intake. (That’s 400 calo- are going to overindulge, raw than non-breakfast eaters), eat 5- ries on a 2000 calorie/day diet!). vegetables are for you. You defi- 6 mini meals throughout the day, Sugar: Limit added sugar to no nitely get the most bang for your and eat in response to hunger! more than 2-6 teaspoons. (That’s buck here (you can even make a You should never feel excessively a total of 30-90 calories per day small non-fat yogurt dip to enjoy ravenous or ridiculously stuffed from added sugars; not the sugar with your veggies). Have at least (that’s for Turkey’s). in a piece of fruit!). 4 or more servings per day. Feel free to submit your own Dairy products: A serving is Breads, cereals, rice, pasta, or nutrition question to Alicia at one cup of milk (cow, soy, or other starchy vegetables and [email protected] and rice), 1 cup of yogurt, 1/2 cup of carbs: One serving is 1 slice of see your answer appear in an edi- cottage cheese, 1-1/2 ounces of bread, 1/2 of a bagel, bun or tion of Our Town! natural or soy cheese or 2 ounces English muffin, 1 ounce (1/2-1 Editor’s Note: Nutrition Specialist Alicia of processed cheese. Low-fat or cup) ready-to-eat cereal, 1/2 cup Watins, specializes in the ABC’s of non-fat dairy products are recom- cooked cereal, rice or pasta. Get Nutrition. Alicia can give you “smart food ideas” that will help you adopt fool-proof mended (the full fat variety pro- familiar with labels. Many com- strategies to lose weight and arrive at a vides too much saturated fat and panies are now producing items successful lifestyle change. Call Alicia at therefore extra fat calories). Aim with fewer calories and more 584-6194 or email her at alicia.light- for 3 servings per day! fiber in one entire bagel, bun or [email protected] for more information.

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The “Chiropractic Headache” by Dr. Linda M. Bocchichio Society (IHS) recently published connection between the nerves of Headache disorders account its second edition of headache the cervical spine and the mech- for about 120 million lost work- classifications. Headaches are anisms of headache. Support for days per year in the U.S. alone. divided into primary and second- the use of chiropractic care in Controversy exists to explain the ary. Primary headaches account treating headaches can be found “mechanism” of all types of for 95% of all headaches and are in A Systemic Review of spinal headaches, particularly cervico- made up of Tension/Stress (78%) Manipulative Therapy (SMT) for genic headaches. Tension-type followed by Migraines (16%). Migraine and Migraine-Like headaches account for 78% of all The Secondary category of Headache, by Tucin, Bonello, headaches and statistically, this headaches only account for 6% and Pollard. Their research includes the so-called “cervico- of the total, which are related to included four studies, with a total genic” headache. Because of the an underlying pathology as in the of 1,848 patients, ranging in ages results we see in our offices treat- case of the patient’s having a from 12-78 years. Accepted were ing headache, it seems almost all tumor. Dr. Nikolai Bogduk, in three clinical trials for migraines. headaches can be related to bio- The Anatomical Basis of Cervico- A total of five studies were for mechanical problems in the genic Headache, explains: “By migraine-like headache. The con- upper cervical spine, thus cer- definition, cervicogenic head- clusion was, “There is moderate vicogenic in origin. Past research aches is a pain in the head whose evidence of support that SMT and opinion has not agreed. source lies somewhere in the cer- gives significant improvement in However, recent research publi- vical spine.” Technically, a cer- migraines and migraine-like cations and conference presenta- vicogenic headache constitutes a headaches.” Further, in research tions are starting to explain how particular form of referred pain of randomized controlled trials, our headache patients benefit from the cervical spine. Dr. Shaun Watson found that from chiropractic treatment. The definition implies an there was a greater than 50% The International Headache anatomical and physiological continued on page 99

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Tips on Bridal Hair by Dana Variello caused by blow dryers, flat irons A girl’s wedding day is the and curling irons and also chem- most special day of her life. The ical over processing from color- final product is always beautiful ing, highlighting and perming can and exciting, but a lot of time and leave hair weak, limp and dam- preparation goes into planning for aged. If hair is severely damaged, the big day. All brides want you should start deep condition- everything to be perfect including ing at least twice a week for 20 their hair. A bride’s hair is her minutes. crowning jewel. After all, you Make sure that you use styling could not have a banana split products that you are familiar without the cherry on top! with because you might be aller- Achieving perfect hair may seem gic to something new. like a challenge, but can be very Having a good haircut is also easy if you have an organized essential in having a great wed- plan. ding style. It will help to have Hair preparation is very impor- some idea of what your hairstyle tant as a first step in achieving will be for the wedding because your ultimate goal of perfect hair. certain styles require certain On your wedding day you want lengths. Getting regular trims healthy, shiny hair. Your first step about once every four to six is consulting with your stylist on weeks is highly recommended. the status of your hair condition types require different shampoos. Your final trim should be about and what hair care products you The elements of nature such as two weeks prior to the wedding, should use. pollution, dirt, dust and sunlight you don’t want to have too much What you cleanse your hair increase the amount of damage in of a “fresh cut” look. with is extremely important. As a the hair. Using the proper condi- Experimenting with hair color general rule it is not advisable to tioning treatment for weeks in just before your wedding is prob- shampoo your hair before styling advance will ensure you healthi- ably not the greatest idea. Your because it might become too slip- er, stronger, shinier hair. last coloring treatment should be pery to handle. Different hair Mechanical damage on hair continued on facing page

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continued Editor’s Note: two weeks prior to your wedding Dana Variello is employed as a colorist at Paul James Salon, 556 North Country day. If any changes need to be Road, St. James. She has been a hairdresser since 1995. She attended the Fashion made there will be plenty of time. Institute of Technology in NYC. As a hairdresser, Dana has trained with Wella Corp., Vidal Sassoon Academy in Toronto, Artec International, Logics Haircolor, and It is not recommended to change Beth Minardi. She is an avid reader, animal lover and studies holistic approaches to your hair color within two health. Call her at the the Salon, 862-8622, with any questions. months of the wedding. The wedding gown will play a major role in deciding on a hair- style. Your hair and gown should match in degree of formality. For example if you are getting mar- ried on a beach and shoes are an option than you might not want a very fancy and ornate type of up do. If you decide on a Vintage, Victorian, or Medieval look, a modern style with a sparkling tiara won’t do. Putting the hair up may not even be necessary. Try some fresh flowers and maybe some soft flowing tendrils or a formal braided style. A sleek French twist may be appropriate if your gown is more formal, modern or very conservative. Consider the neckline of the dress. If the neckline is fancy, a necklace or jewelry may not be necessary. If a gown were strap- less wearing the hair down or half up would work perfectly. Now that you’re hair is in tip- top shape and you have chosen your gown it is time to consult on the updo style with your hair- dresser. Your stylist needs to let cu you know how many trial do’s The tting e that you need to schedule. It is dge – also a good idea to come in with find a button down shirt on your wed- it at Pa ding day. Make sure you decide ul Jam on an updo style before you es! choose a veil or headpiece. Make Offering Expert Personalized Services... sure that your hair will hold up at FREE an outdoor wedding. Extensions ■ Hair Design ■ Manicures HAIRCUTS or hairpieces might add volume ■ ■ ON TUESDAY or length if you need it. Color Specialists Make-Up NIGHTS Your wedding day is the happi- w/qualified assistants ■ Waxing ■ Bridal Specialists Please call for appointment est day of your life. All of your friends and loved ones will have their eyes on you. Please remem- 556 Route 25A, ber that your hair is a frame for St. James, N.Y. your face and can make or break (631) 862-8622 your entire look. Now that you and your hair look spectacular HOURS: Closed Mondays • Tues., Fri. & Sat: 8:30am – 5pm • Wed. & Thurs: 9:30am – 8pm you can happily say, “I do.” Visit us on the web at: www.pauljames.com OUR TOWN • JUNE 2006 – 96 – PORTRAIT OF THE MONTH

This month’s Portrait of the Month was chosen from an environmental portrait ses- sion. It was photographed digitally and reworked on the computer to give it a more pastel look. Ken used Photoshop to segment the image into layers. He modi- fied each layer and then recompiled parts of the differ- ent layers to create the image. You can view both the original color image and the final piece at www.lauriestudio.com/potm.

Each month Laurie Photography Studio, 585-8805, www.lauriestudio.com will feature a local person in their “Portrait of the Month” feature.

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Happy 60th Birthday Colors Happy 60th birth- There are three colors that stand out day wishes go out to Wherever they may be Lorraine Reichard a And when they fly long time resident of They strike the eye St. James. Lorraine And they mean the world to me celebrated her birth- day, which was on When these colors are displayed March 26, 2006, on They surely warm my heart a surprise Caribbean As they demand respect cruise given by her I stand erect son Ken Ketelsen. For the beliefs that they impart A wonderful time was had by all. These colors are shown around the world Happy Birthday Always in full view and many many They consist of stripes and stars more. Were even displayed on Mars These colors are, Red, White and Blue

–John Taratunio Fairfield Condos

Lorraine Reichard

2006 Members of the St. James Chamber of Commerce PLEASE SUPPORT THESE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEMBER BUSINESSES

AAAA Tire Flowerfield Celebrations Rowena & Dave Nedvin/ReMax Smithtown News Academy Fence Company Frank Huntington Real Estate Nesconset/St. James Rotary Smithtown Nursery School Allstate Insurance - Holst Agency G. Smith Electrical Services North Country Kitchen & Bath St. Catherine of Siena Alpine Pastry Shop George’s Innovative Inflatables North Fork Bank Medical Center Amity Auto Glass II Georgetown Volvo of Smithtown North Shore Investigation St. James Electrical Contracting ArtPix Studio, Inc. Janice L. Gillespie, D.D.S. Associates St. James Episcopal Church Bagel Paradise Lawrence Glazer, NY Life Pal Pool Service St. James Fire Department Bella Vita City Grill Insurance Parties by Ziggy St. James Florist & Gift Shop Bestax Inc./Essenfeld Goldstar Plumbing, Heating & AC Patio Pizza St. James Funeral Home Bijesse & Belford Graphics du jour/Our Town Pat’s Place Hair Salon St. James Medical Svcs/Dr. Joseph A. Bollhofer, P.C./Attorney Guaranteed Home Mortgage Co., Paul James Salon Milligan Dr. Scott E. Brunengraber/ Inc. Power Pool Care St. James Natural Foods Chiropractor Gyrodyne Company of America PRC Industries St. James Post Office Bull Run Farm/Elderkin Harbor Country Day School Preferred Empire Mortgage/ St. James Self Storage Castles to Cottages Realty Henrietta Homes & Properties Mondrone St. James Travel Century 21 North End Realty Herman Bros. Cindi A. Prentiss P.T. State Farm Insurance/ Winter Chiropractic Healthcare Landscape Contracting Proforma Executive Business Stony Brook University of St. James Hither Brook Nursery & Florist Services Story Book Hollow Nursery School Chorus Line Dance Studio Holiday Inn Express - Stony Brook Prudential Douglas Elliman Swaine’s Bait & Tackle Climbing The Walls Interiors by Louise Real Estate Tagi A. Garbizu & Associates Commerce Bank Island Sports Physical Therapy QuikDrop of Smithtown TAP Consulting Group, Ltd. Cool Beanz J. C. Broderick & Associates Reliance Real Estate & Mortgage Times of Smithtown Township DeBarbieri Associates - Realtors Kiddie Academy of Flowerfield Retnauer Design Associates T-N-T Cigar Lounge DeBlasio Capo - Design ¥ Build King Kullen R.J.K. Gardens Total Family Dentistry of St. James DeLorenzo Interiors Kirin Hibachi Japanese Restaurant Marc Jay Rosen, C.P.A. Touch of Class Car Wash James F. Donahue, D.D.S., PLLC The Knox School Roslyn Savings Bank Tru Salon Dowling Brothers Autobody Laurie Studio Sal’s Auto Body True Chiropractic, LLC Dowling Knipfing & Klein The Little Gym of Smithtown Scientific Pest Management Vazac Contracting Insurance Long Island Family Medical Group Dr. Raymond A. Semente/ V.F.W. Post 395 Dutch Girl French Style Cleaners Marsh Media Chiropractor Vickers Gallery & Framing East End Interiors Memento Photography Seiskaya Ballet Villa Sorrento Restaurant Eddie’s Power Equipment Morecraft Construction Shamrocks Sports Pub Washington Mutual Bank Edward Jones/Scott Posner Mozzarella’s Pizza Signature Graphic Services WBR Enterprises/Plumbing Energy Health & Fitness Natalie Weinstein Gregory J. Skrapits, D.M.D. Yellow Cottage Fitness Together Design Associates Smithtown Chamber of Commerce

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Students Who Struggle continued from page 89 calculations, some need to move beliefs about the “right” way to range and above in the college their lips and hold a card under a learn to unveil for ourselves all ranking systems. I am aware that printed line of text when they that we have inside us that does there are many students who read, some benefit from speaking work. My hope is that all students have a learning disability diagno- their thoughts into a recording will discover the learner that lives sis but who do not fit this profile device before they write, and within each one of them. exactly. In future articles, I hope some need to listen to music, One afterthought: most of the to address issues related to other have the television on and “IM” students about whom I have been segments of the LD population. their friends while they do their writing are graduating in the work. upper half of their high school Editor’s Note: Each of us has a unique learn- classes, earning average or slight- Linda De Motta and Heidi Contreras are the owners of Bridge College ing style – our own sets of intelli- ly below on entrance exams, Consultants, LLC. They specialize in pri- gences (as Howard Gardner have taken mostly college prep vate college consulting and coaching might say) – and our task is to courses and advanced placement students with learning disabilities and peel away layers of painful mem- programs throughout junior high attention deficit disorder. They can be contacted at [email protected]. ories of failures, old habits that and high school and are attend- or by calling 516-662-1612. obstruct our learning, and false ing colleges in the mid-level

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House Tour the driveway and open the door – informed decision by weighing I feel happy, and that’s the the pros and cons. Talk with a continued from page 12 designer’s ultimate goal for any real estate professional who is fer you may visit the homes and client. familiar with condominiums and boutiques for $50, lunch on your the laws that govern them. own. Non-refundable tickets are Editor’s Note: Preview the various condos in limited and must be purchased in Natalie Weinstein, Allied ASID, is presi- dent of Natalie Weinstein Design your area to get an idea of how advance. Make your check Associates, a leading interior design firm, the properties are run. If your real payable to COTTAGES TO CASTLES, since 1973, and president of the Natalie estate professional has sold con- and mail to 5 North Country Weinstein Home Decorating Club, locat- dos in any of these complexes, Road, Smithtown, NY 11787. ed in the St. James Vaudeville Theatre, find out the type of feedback he Your ticket(s) will be mailed to 176 Second Street, St. James. She is the former director of the Willsey Institute for or she has received from clients. you just before the event. No Art and Interior Design, and is guest lec- Condo living isn’t for every- children under 12 please. Wear turer and mentor for Suffolk Community one, but can be an attractive comfortable shoes and be pre- College. Her recently published chil- option for those who want to own pared to walk. dren’s book, Katrina’s New Room, com- bines her love of children and decorat- instead of rent. For additional information, ing and The 100 Most Often Asked Editor’s Note: please call (631) 265-9699. Interior Design Questions will be pub- Rita Clous is the Sales Manager and lished soon. Natalie currently hosts “The Licensed Broker Associate for Prudential Home Show with Natalie Weinstein” a Treasure Hunt Douglas Elliman Real Estate located at weekly radio program on WLIE, 540 AM, 220 Lake Ave., St. James, (631 584- continued from page 30 Thursdays at 7p.m. Be sure to join the 7000). In addition to the United Natalie Weinstein Home Decorating States, other Volvo regions partic- Club – it’s FREE, fun, educational and ipating in the hunt include the gives you access to countless Long Island Baby Boomers United Kingdom, Japan, Spain sources at a discount. Call 631-862-6198 or go to www.nataliesclub.com for continued from page 82 and Austria. design help, as well. Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Establishing a Plan Man’s Chest opens in U.S. the- By selectively choosing your aters July 7. Chiropractic financial products, you can cre- Headache ate a plan that helps protect and fund today and tomorrow. And Design Ideas continued from page 93 by making those choices now, continued from page 72 reduction in headache, both single boomers may be able to sure are what my chosen profes- acutely and at 12 months, with strengthen their financial links to sion is all about, so why should I spinal manipulation and/or an a sound future. be any different from my clients? exercise program. Work was progressing, but there This article is for informational was so much to be done, I hon- Editor’s Note: purposes only. For more informa- Dr. Linda Bocchichio is a chiropractor tion on how insurance and finan- estly didn’t know if we would practicing at 105 Lake Avenue So. in make it – which would leave me Nesconset. She is the founder of the St. cial products can help you pre- with a house full of countless James Walking Club and is a former pres- pare for the future, please contact pieces of wood molding and ident of the St. James Chamber of your financial professionals. Commerce. For further information, call 1 “chicken parts” of built-ins in 979-9854. Loans accrue interest. Loans and with- every room. Thanks to our great drawals reduce the death benefit and staff, however, we finished policy values. 2 Products available through one or more installing and cleaning up two Realty Wise carriers not affiliated with New York hours before my parents’ plane continued from page 76 Life; dependent on carrier authorization arrived, the furniture and window owning a condominium, such as and product availability in your state or treatments having been delivered a perceived lack of privacy that a locality. a few days before. single-family detached home Editor’s Note: Each room is special because it affords. You are also confined to Lawrence Glazer, CLU, a St. James resi- gives us a feeling of comfort and the rules and laws of the commu- dent, is a New York Life Insurance Company Agent and can provide addi- timeless elegance, and fits my nity association, which can run tional information on insurance and personal need for classic ele- the gamut from how to display a other financial products that can be used ments even though the rooms are satellite dish to the type of ani- to help you prepare for the future. Call not large. People who have since mals you can keep. him at 391-3490. visited find our home inviting and Is a condo the right living interesting. For me, when I pull in arrangement for you? Make an

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frequent visits to his children, just band Edwin moved to Huntington recently to the christening of his in 1951 after starting Spectron newest grandchild. Glass & Electronics, which today Beloved husband of the late has grown into an international Lillian Mallon. Loving father of high technology business. She Thomas and wife Mary of soon started a 50 year member- Manhasset, Robert and wife ship with the League of Women Patricia of Smithtown, Susan and Voters. Shirley was incredibly husband William Lyon of knowledgeable and interested in Massachusetts, and Carolyn and civic and political matters, and husband Michael Grayson of St. became the president of the James. Adored grandfather of TJ, Huntington League from 1969- Morgan, Jenna, Dana, Channing, 1975. She remained active until Morgan, Carly, Kieran and 2004 answering the League Lillian. Cherished brother of the phone efficiently and intelligently late Richard and Peter and sur- for the last 10 years. vived by his sister, Mary. Beloved wife of the late Edwin. A Funeral Mass was held on Loving mother to Robert and his Hon. May 17, 2006 at Sts. Philip & wife Ann. Cherished grandmother Thomas V. Mallon James R.C. Church in St. James. to Jennifer (James) Wubs, Sandy Interment followed at Holy Rood (Daniel) D’Alfonso and Robbie. The Honorable Thomas V. Cemetery, Westbury. In lieu of Adored great grandmother of Mallon, formerly of St. James, flowers, donations can be made Lauren and Caitlyn D’Alfonso. passed away on May 11, 2006 at in memory of Judge Mallon to the Committal was private. the age of 78. American Cancer Society. Donations can be made to your Thomas Mallon, a World War Arrangements were entrusted favorite charity in memory of II Veteran, was raised in Westbury to the care of Kenneth J. Maher, Shirley. and graduated from St. John’s Kerry J. Maher and Kenneth J. Arrangements were entrusted University Law School. As a Maher, Jr. of the St. James to the care of Kenneth J. Maher, young attorney, he worked on the Funeral Home. Kerry J. Maher and Kenneth J. successful 1959 campaign of Bob Maher, Jr. at the St. James Brady the Democratic candidate Funeral Home. for Smithtown Supervisor. After Christine A. Clark taking office, Mr. Brady appoint- ed Mallon Smithtown Town Christine A. Clark of St. James, Raymond J. Moore Attorney. passed away on May 26, 2006 at Raymond J. Moore, of St. In 1972 he was appointed to the age of 49. Loving wife of James, passed away on May 11, succeed the late District Court Brian. Cherished mother of 2006 at the age of 80. He was a Judge Bill Munro. Judge Mallon Melanie and Nicole. WWII veteran, retired member of later became the first Democrat A Memorial Service was held American Legion Post #694 of from Smithtown to become a on May 31, 2006 at the St. James Northport, and a volunteer for Family Court Judge and a County Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, L.I. Blood Services. Beloved hus- Court Judge. He was known to be donations can be made to Good band of Dorothy. Loving father of a very honest jurist and a very Shepherd Hospice, 4747-20 Carol, Raymond, John, Deborah. practical judge who got people to Nesconset Highway, Port Jeffer- Cherished grandfather of six. work things out. He was known son Station, NY 11776 in memo- A Funeral Mass was held on to be firm but fair on the bench ry of Christine. May 15, 2006 at Sts. Philip & by his friends and colleagues. Arrangements were entrusted James R.C. Church in St. James. Judge Mallon, always with a to the care of Kenneth J. Maher, Interment followed at St. Charles warm smile and a good sense of Kerry J. Maher and Kenneth J. Cemetery, Farmingdale. In lieu of humor, had lots of friends and got Maher, Jr. at the St. James flowers, donations can be made along with everyone. He loved Funeral Home. to the Parkinson Therapy Center, golf and was a member of St. Middle Country Road, Smith- George’s Golf Club. Shirley Marshall town, NY 11787. Family was very important to Arrangements were entrusted Judge Mallon, and he was close Shirley Marshall, of St. James to the care of Kenneth J. Maher, to his four children and nine (formerly of Huntington) passed Kerry J. Maher and Kenneth J. grandchildren. With a home in away on May 10, 2006 at the age Maher, Jr. of the St. James Sanibel Island, Florida, he made of 86. Shirley and her late hus- Funeral Home.

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Over Four Decades of Caring St. James Funeral Home, Inc.

Kenneth J. Maher – Owner, Lic. Manager & Director Kerry J. Maher – Lic. Director Kenneth J. Maher, Jr. – Lic. Director

“Personal Attention & Dignified Service - Our Continuing Tradition”

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ongoing opportunities, community services F.YF.Y.I..I. and general information A.A. MEETINGS the second Tuesday of each FLAG DROP OFF BOX AT month. AMERICAN LEGION HALL Alcoholics Anonymous holds more than 400 open meetings each Through the generosity of the St. AMERICAN LEGION HALL week in Suffolk County. The only James Postmaster and an old-time FOR RENT requirement for membership is a mailman, Tom Swenson, a recondi- desire to stop drinking. All are wel- Tables, chairs, kitchen, bar, tioned mail-drop box has been come. heat/AC; Reasonable Rates. painted and placed to the side of A.A. meets every Monday and Sherwood Brothers Post 95, Lake the American Legion, Sherwood Wednesday, at the St. James Avenue, St. James. Call on Bros. Hall at 95 Lake Avenue in St. Methodist Church, off Route 25A Monday, Wednesday or Friday James for your convenience to and Moriches Road, in St. James. between the hours of 8 a.m. and 10 place your old, faded and tattered On Mondays a Big Book meeting is a.m. 584-9633. flags. held at 6:30 p.m. and a 12-Step Once a year, a meaningful and meeting is held at 7:30 p.m. On CRISIS HOTLINE dignified ceremony is held to dis- Wednesdays a Beginners meeting pose of the flags Ð they are burned RESPONSE of Suffolk County, and a Topic meeting is held at 7:30 and the ashes are buried with Inc. provides a suicide prevention/ p.m. prayer. crisis intervention hotline, every Meetings are held each day, 24-hours-a-day. Thursday at 7 p.m. at Temple Isiah, FOSTER PARENTS NEEDED Call anytime if you are feeling 1401 Stony Brook Road, Stony sad or desperate, if you are con- Share your heart and home with Brook.; each Friday at 9 p.m. at the cerned about someone who is, or if children in need. Become a Suffolk United Methodist Church, 792 you just want to talk with someone County foster parent. Foster par- Hawkins Avenue in Lake who understands and cares. ents receive stipends, are reim- Ronkonkoma; 3rd Wednesday of Talking helps. bursed for expenses, can be single each month at 7:30 p.m. Grace Call: 751-7500 ANYTIME parents, can work, receive free Baptist Church, Hallock Rd., Lake training, are supported by caring Grove, and each Tuesday and EMOTIONS ANONYMOUS caseworkers, help to reunite fami- Thursday at 10 a.m. at Islip Town lies, and may be able to adopt chil- Beach Pavilion, Rosevale Ave. All A 12 step program for anyone dren who can’t go home. meetings are free. who is experiencing emotional All orientation meetings are held If you have further questions or problems. There are meetings on in the Social Services Building at would like a list of other open meet- Sunday, 3:30-5 p.m. at Mather 3455 Veteran’s Memorial Highway ings as well as closed meetings, Memorial Hospital in Port in Ronkonkoma. Please call the call 669-1124, 24 hours, 7 days. Jefferson; Saturday evenings from Suffolk County Department of 7:30-9:30 p.m. at St. Thomas Social Services at 853-KIDS for AMVET POST #55 Episcopal Church, Smithtown; and more information and to sign up for MEETS IN ST. JAMES on Tuesday evenings from 7:30- one of their upcoming orientation 9:30 p.m. at Atria Assisted Living in AMVET Post #55 meets the sec- meetings. South Setauket on Route 247. Call ond Tuesday of each month at the John at 584-5604 for additional St. James VFW, which is located HEALTHY COMMUNITY information. next to King Kullen on Lake LECTURE SERIES Avenue. The meetings begin at 8 FIBROMYALGIA An ongoing monthly meeting p.m. AMVET membership is open SUPPORT GROUP designed to educate the community to all men and women who have on health related topics, including: served honorably in the U.S. Armed A support group for people with nutrition, diet and exercise. Health Forces, Reserves or National fibromyalgia, sponsored by the professionals and guest speakers Guard including those men and Arthritis Foundation, will meet the are on hand to answer questions women who are currently serving 2nd Wednesday of every month at you may have. Varying locations our country. Each AMVET post 7 p.m. at Siena Village Community and times based on topics. Limited conducts its own local programs Center, 2000 Bishops Road in seating available. Call 584-8783 for and participates in AMVET-related Smithtown. next meeting, info, and registration. state and national organization The meeting is open to the pub- activities. lic and offered free of charge. For For additional information about more information, call the Arthritis the AMVET’s Post #55 in St. Foundation, Long Island Chapter, James, contact Mike Guido at 862- at 427-8272. 7452 and attend the meetings on

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ongoing opportunities, community services F.YF.Y.I..I. and general information JEWISH WAR VETERANS OUTREACH SERVICES SUFFOLK VOCATIONAL MEETINGS AVAILABLE CENTER - FREE TRAINING The Three Village Post of the Temple Beth Sholom of If you are widowed, separated, Jewish War Veterans is seeking Smithtown’s Social Action divorced or in the process of new members. They meet monthly Committee provides outreach ser- obtaining a separation or divorce, a on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. at the vices to Smithtown residents and single parent or a single parent North Shore Jewish Center, surrounding communities on a case receiving ADC/TANF you might Norwood Avenue at Old Town by case basis. Social Action volun- qualify for FREE training. Road, Port Jefferson Station. Call teers are available for visits to local Registration is in progress for the 751-6421 or 928-1127. nursing homes, hospitals and other F-E-G-S Suffolk Vocational settings to provide friendly visiting, Center/Displaced Homemaker pro- SENIORS WHO CAN’T GET TO and our community food pantry gram New Directions, Computer THE LIBRARY... serves the needy with periodic food Skills Training and Brush Up pro- A VAN-TASTIC SOLUTION basket deliveries. Monthly meetings grams. Enrollment is ongoing for often host guest speakers from var- programs. The New Directions pro- Through a cooperative effort ious social service and charitable gram offers morning workshops. between The Smithtown Library organizations, and interested The Computer Training and Brush- and the Town of Smithtown’s speakers are welcome to contact Up programs include computer lit- Senior Citizens Department, trans- us for scheduling. If you need the eracy classes in Microsoft Word portation is provided for library vis- assistance of the Social Action and Excel as well as personal skills its on regularly scheduled dates or Committee, wish to request friendly instruction. Call 598-0108 - early on demand when possible. visiting, or are a community speak- enrollment is a must. On days of planned visits, a van er, please contact chairperson, from the Smithtown Senior Citizens Aviva Guttmann at 724-0424, or VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Center will take you to any email: [email protected] Smithtown Library Building. If you RESPONSE of Suffolk County, need to go to the library when a Inc. a 24-hour crisis intervention SENIORS WANTED visit is not planned, call the Senior hot line needs open, caring people Citizen Center’s Transportation Do you play Mah Jong? Chess? to volunteer 4 hours a week as Department to inquire about sched- Crave socialization? Interested in telephone counselors. Training is uling an individual visit. To arrange Adult Education? Book clubs? provided. Call 751-7500 anytime. to be picked up for a planned visit Trips? Lunch dates? Want to meet Smithtown Parkinson Therapy or to request an individual visit, call and mingle with other seniors? Center, Route 25, Smithtown is the Senior Citizen Center’s Trans- Temple Beth Sholom, 433 always in need of volunteers to portation Department at 265-8811. Edgewood Avenue Smithtown is ensure the desired goals it strives One week’s notice must be given pleased to offer Seniors reduced for. No experience is needed for for a pick up. There is a $1 charge membership fees for their first year just two hours a day, on Monday, each way for transportation ($2 at Temple Beth Sholom. Join now Wednesday or Friday, from 9:30 to round trip). to start enjoying the activities! The 11 a.m. Volunteers are trained by time to get involved is now! the professional staff. The center MOMS Club Interfaith couples welcome. For welcomes present and/or future more information call the temple The MOMS Club of Smithtown students of physical therapy as vol- office at 724-0424. holds its General Membership unteers. Anyone with the desire to meeting on the first Thursday of the become a “Help” or a “Hope” month at 10 a.m. We are a chapter RECOVERY MEETINGS should call 265-6621. of MOMS Club International and Recovery, Inc., a nonprofit com- are a support group for the stay-at- munity mental health organization, VFW POST #395 home mom and the mom who offers self-help for nervous symp- John W. Cooke Veterans of works part time. We have play- toms, fears, anxiety, depression, Foreign Wars Post 395 meets at 8 groups, park dates, field trips, and stress, anger, etc. Meetings are p.m. on the first Tuesday of each Mom’s Night Out. Our chapter held on Tuesdays, at 7:30 p.m. at month at their Post next to King serves the Smithtown Township. St. James Episcopal Church, 490 Kullen on Lake Avenue in St. New members and their children North Country Road, St. James. James. VFW membership is open are ALWAYS welcome. For more For additional information call to all veterans who have served information please contact Michelle 724-5190. honorably in foreign conflicts in at 862-0543. www.momsclub.org U.S. Armed forces. For further information, call 862-7965.

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Call 585-0013. 6/06 for private school located in St. humbly beseech you from the PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIR- James. Motivated, self-starter, bottom of my heart to succor me GIN (NEVER KNOWN TO FAIL) pleasant phone manner, comput- in this necessity. There are none Oh, most beautiful flower of Mt. er literate, multi-tasker. Fax who can withstand your power. Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of resume to 862-7664. tfn/hcds Oh show me herein you are my heaven, blessed mother of the HELP WANTED – Homemakers mother. Oh Mary conceived Son of God, immaculate virgin, are needed for Smithtown’s EISEP without sin pray for us who have assist me in my necessity. Oh star (Extended In-Home Service for recourse to thee. (3 times). Oh of the sea, help me and show me the Elderly Program) to assist Holy Mary I place this cause in herein, you are my mother. Oh senior citizens in the community your hands. (3 times). Holy Spirit, Holy Mary, Mother of God, with laundry, shopping and light you who solve all problems, light Queen of Heaven and Earth, I housekeeping. Rewarding work - all roads so that I can obtain my humbly beseech you from the salaried position plus mileage goals. You gave me the divine gift bottom of my heart to succor me reimbursement. NYS driver’s to forgive and forget all evil in this necessity. There are none license required. Please call Roni against me, and that in all who can withstand your power. Negrin at the Smithtown Senior instances of my life, you are with Oh show me herein you are my Citizens Dept., 360-7615. tfn me. I want in this short prayer to mother. Oh Mary conceived LOCAL HAIR SALON HIRING – thank you for all things as you without sin pray for us who have In Search Of: Salon Coordinator, confirm once again that I never recourse to thee. (3 times). Oh excellent opportunity for the right want to be separated from you in Holy Mary I place this cause in person, pleasant atmosphere eternal glory. Thank you for your your hands. (3 times). Holy Spirit, w/benefits. Also looking for hair- mercy toward me and mine. The you who solve all problems, light dressers, colorists, nail techs, person must say this prayer 3 all roads so that I can obtain my make-up artists, estheticians and consecutive days, the request will goals. You gave me the divine gift assistants. All inquires kept confi- be granted. This prayer must be to forgive and forget all evil dential. Please call (631) 584- published after the favor has been against me, and that in all 2408. tfn/s granted. B.D. 6/06 instances of my life, you are with HELP WANTED – Limousine OFFICE FOR RENT – ST. JAMES - me. I want in this short prayer to Driver Needed. P/T, F/T, week- 800 sq ft. office suite with Lake thank you for all things as you ends. Must have clean Class E Avenue address. Street level. confirm once again that I never license. Please call 584-6007. 2 entrances, bathroom. $1450 - want to be separated from you in tfn/nl includes heat, elec, alarm, wired eternal glory. Thank you for your HELP WANTED – Experienced for cable. Immediate occupancy. mercy toward me and mine. The Nail Tech, for busy St. James Nail Call Bill 862-9849 for info. tfn person must say this prayer 3 Salon. Some following preferred. MUSIC STUDIO AVAILABLE - consecutive days, the request will Bring your clients to a friendly Room for Rent - St. James. Call for be granted. This prayer must be and professional atmosphere. Details. 873-8126. tfn/tg published after the favor has been Must do acrylic, manicures and FOR SALE – 2002 FORD granted. L.Y. 6/06 pedicures. Great pay - call, con- EXPLORER XLT, 67K, Mint, 3rd APT FOR RENT – ST. JAMES - fidential - ask for Tracey, 584- Row, Leather, A/C, 6 CD. New One bedroom, large living room, 7974. 6/06/tnt Tires. $12,900. Call Pete, 631- kitchen, full bath, off-street park- HELP WANTED – CAR WASHER 374-7773. 6/06 ing. $900/month includes all. - Busy limo company needs ener- HELP WANTED – Cafe in St. References a must. Call evenings getic dependable person – week- James - Counter, Kitchen, Deliv- 862-7984. 6/06/sd ends a must. Lake Grove. Call ery. Please call 584-2074. tfn/tt 467-4400. tfn/ncl

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HOUSE FOR RENT. St. James, 2 BR, RECEPTION / MEETING HALL AVAILABLE FOR USE – St. James 1 bath cottage. $1,600 mo. + utili- United Methodist Church, offers a spacious meeting hall with com- ties. Walk to town. 584-6276. 6/06 mercial kitchen for civic and support groups, receptions, clubs, work- MEDIA HOUSE, INC. – Beta- shops and seminars. The 35’x60’ meeting room has tables, chairs, rest cam SP video production company rooms and a grand piano. The Church is located at 532 Moriches specializing in corporate, industrial, Road in Head of the Harbor. Expansive parking and handicapped commercial and broadcast videos. If access is provided. Please contact the Office at 584-5340 for available your company needs quality video dates and suggested donations. The SJUMC offers their facilities as a production, call us at (631) 862- community outreach to the St. James area and welcomes all visitors. 0299. Creative internships avail- tfn able. tfn VENDORS WANTED for St. James General Store’s Spring Craft Fair AMERICAN LEGION HALL FOR Festival, 516 Moriches Road, St. James, to be held on July 3 & 4 from RENT – The American Legion, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. All crafts must be handmade. $35 per day/$60 per Sherwood Brothers Post 1152 is weekend. Space is limited and advance registration is required. Call looking for an organization to rent 854-38740 for info and application. 6/06 the American Legion Hall by the VENDORS WANTED FOR ST. JAMES DAY – Craft vendors are wanted year. Reasonable rates, air condi- for the St. James Chamber of Commerce’s 19th annual ST. JAMES DAY, tioned, heat, tables, chairs, com- Sunday, October 1, 2006 along Lake Avenue. 10-foot spaces are plete kitchen and good parking. being provided for $95 per space, after 9/1/06 if available - $105 (no Located at 95 Lake Avenue, St. exceptions) – bring your own table. St. James Day has been a huge James. Call Mon., Wed., Fri., success in the past. Call now for further information and to receive an between 8-10 a.m. Ask for William application to reserve your space, 584-8510 and leave, name, address Kennedy. 584-9633. tfn and phone number on machine. There will be entertainment through- out the day.9/06

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ANIMAL HOSPITAL BOUTIQUE/GIFT/HOME DECOR/RETAIL FINANCIAL Saint James Animal Hospital Barbara Lee Floral Design (Artificial) Edward Jones Investments 538 North Country Road 430 North Country Road Scott Posner, CFP 584-6336 862-8943 542 North Country Road 862-2020 ANTIQUES Lavender Fields Sweet Memories 230 E. Main St., Port Jefferson Village Preferred Empire /Ann Mondrone 430-6 North Country Road 474-5461 Loan Officer 584-5767 547-5151, ext. 308 Rosebud Boutique The Yellow Cottage 459 Lake Avenue Reliance Mortgage / William Garthe 415 North Country Road 862-0027 Registered Mortgage Broker 584-5776 359 Lake Avenue CAMPS 862-9000 ART/FRAMING Harbor Country Day Summer Camp Vickers Gallery & Framing 17 Three Sisters Road FLORIST 464 North Country Road 584-5555 St. James Florist & Gift Shop 862-8550 213 Lake Avenue CARPET CLEANING 862-9292 ATTORNEY Mastercare Carpet Cleaning Joseph A. Bollhofer, Esq. 862-7491 FUNERAL HOME 291 Lake Avenue Branch Funeral Home 584-0100, 584-2304 Proline Carpet Cleaning 190 East Main St., Smithtown 584-2344 724-9500 Janet O’Hanlon Winkler, Kurtz & Winkler, LLP CESSPOOLS St. James Funeral Home 310 Hallock Ave., Port Jefferson Station Parrinelli’s Cesspool 551 North Country Road 928-8000 981-2665, 265-7214 584-5200

AUTOMOTIVE/REPAIR/SALES CHIROPRACTOR HEALTH/ FITNESS St. James Exxon Dr. Linda M. Bocchichio Catherine’s Total Fitness for Women Route 25A & Moriches Road 105 Lake Avenue S., Nesconset 463 Moriches Road 584-5798 979-9854 584-4517

BANKS Dr. Marianne Satre Energy of St. James Roslyn Savings Bank 451 Lake Avenue 556 North Country Road 556-02 North Country Road 551-2000 862-1737 862-4200 Dr. Gregory R. Thomaier Fitness Together BEAUTY 338 Lake Avenue 414 Lake Avenue Carolina Skincare 584-8100 584-7004 9 Singer Lane, Smithtown International Core Fitness/USANA 265-2820 True Chiropractic, LLC 905 Jericho Tpke, Smithtown 631 Lake Avenue 864-0949, 974-0096 Diva Nails & Spa 584-TRUE (8783) 254 Lake Avenue Lighten Up - Alicia Watins 584-7771 DRY CLEANERS Nutrition Specialist Dutch Girl French Style Cleaners 584-6194 Hair by Cynthia 400 Lake Avenue 332-7511 584-3750 Emrick R. Milligan, M.D. 487 Lake Avenue Pat’s Place Hair Salon North Country Cleaners 584-6014 230 Lake Avenue 430 North Country Road 862-7023, 584-9644 584-7184 Dennis O’Brien, M.D., Bruce Thompson, M.D. Paul James Salon EVENTS / ENTERTAINMENT / HELP 403 Lake Avenue 556 North Country Road FREE Acoustic Long Island 862-7062 862-8622 Summer Concert Fri., July 14, 7-10 p.m. Deepwells Lawn One The Go Fitness Scruples ‘Head to Toe’ Personal Training 455 Lake Avenue FREE Family Fun Movie Night 445-0777 584-8030 St. James Chamber of Commerce Skin Solutions Plus Wed., July 12, 8 p.m. Deepwells Lawn 353 Veterans Memorial Hwy., Commack T Carlton’s Studio & Spalon “Ice Age” 412 North Country Road 864-1491 584-9393 George’s Innovative Inflatables Carol van Krieken Inflatable Bouncers for Rent Independent Herbalife Distributor Tru Salon 852-8736 240-4799, 1-800-886-1403 437-A North Country Road 584-2210 EXTERMINATING HOME IMPROVEMENT Scientific Exterminating Autonomousdesign TNT Nails 599 Lake Avenue 22 Stonegate 487 Lake Avenue 265-5252, Fax: 862-7272 724-7726 584-7974

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DeBlasio Capo Design Build MUSIC LESSONS BLT Café 273 Lake Avenue Dr. Melanie Birnbaum, Piano & Voice 521 Lake Avenue 584-5503 584-3517 584-4229

Debus Painting & Wallpapering, Inc. PET GROOMING / SUPPLIES Bella Vita City Grill 862-7924 St. James Dog Grooming 430-16 North Country Road 425 North Country Road 862-8060 Master Fix It 862-7288 584-5993, Beeper 272-0990 Lake Village Deli PHOTOGRAPHY 454 Lake Avenue Morecraft Construction Laurie Studio 584-5780, Fax: 584-7271 584-7010 862-0031 Mauricio’s Orlando’s II Restaurant Riverfront Contracting Memento Photography 645 Middle Country Road 862-1575 745 Middle Country Road 265-9228 813-1233, 813-1476 Vazac Contracting Ocean’s Bounty Seafood Lake Avenue 415 North Country Road PLUMBING & HEATING 584-7817, Fax 584-0198 862-4228 Goldstar Plumbing, Heating & A/C INSURANCE 88 Railroad Avenue Oscar’s of St. James Allstate / Darcey & Mackenzie 584-3839 552 North Country Road 872 Jericho Tpke. 584-4600 WBR Enterprises 265-5800, Fax: 265-5807 862-5779 Patio Pizza Allstate / Holst Agency 262 Lake Avenue REAL ESTATE 428 Lake Avenue 862-7475 Castles to Cottages Realty 584-4800 137 Lake Avenue St. James Pasta 862-4955 Nationwide / Barson Associates 244 Lake Avenue 862-6500 207 Hallock Road, Stony Brook Century 21 North End Realty 689-6100 960 Jericho Turnpike Tic Toc Cafe 724-8500 410 Lake Avenue New York Life / Lawrence Glazer 584-2074, Fax 584-3512 576 Broad Hollow Road, Melville DeBarbieri Associates 391-3490 406 North Country Road Villa Sorrento 862-7447 823 Middle Country Road State Farm / Jim Winter 265-9865 320 Lake Avenue Regina Eldridge 584-5929 Prudential Douglas Elliman R.E. SCHOOLS 864-7656, ext. 205 Tutoring / SAT / Consulting INTERIOR DESIGN / DECORATING Joyce Benson SAT Preparation Creative Windows, Ltd. Frank Huntington Real Estate 862-9015 367 Lake Avenue 499 Lake Avenue 584-6600 366-0212 Bridge College Consultants 516-662-1612 Natalie Weinstein Design Associates Bonnie Glenn / Coach Realtors 360-1900, ext. 231, 584-3950 176 Second Street St. James United Methodist Nursery 862-6198, Fax: 862-7834 Henrietta Homes & Properties 532 Moriches Road 328 Lake Avenue 584-9555 LANDSCAPING & DESIGN 862-6999 Herman Bros. Landscape Contracting Story Book Hollow Nursery School 360-2939 Liz Jongebloed 556 North Country Road DeBarbieri Associates 584-4900 Homestead Landscaping 406 North Country Road Village Presbyterian Pre-School 588-5296 862-7447 175 East Main St., Smithtown Lawnpro Dave & Rowena Nedvin 724-9382 451-7215 ReMax.Finest 750-0499, 724-9800 SEWING / INSTRUCTION Quality Landscape Contractors Donna’s Sewing Bee 265-3929 Prudential Douglas Elliman Real Estate 367-A Lake Avenue 220 Lake Avenue 584-2238 RJK Gardens, Inc. 584-7000 862-7056 SWIMMING POOLS Reliance Real Estate Installation / Service / Supplies Strike Force Landscaping 359 Lake Avenue Power Pool Care 382-9300 862-9000, Fax: 862-2881 425 North Country Road (NEW LOCATION) 979-POOL (7665) LIMOUSINES RESTAURANTS Noel’s Limousine Service Deli / Catering / Seafood Sundance Swimming Pools 584-6007 Bagel Paradise 862-1900 418 North Country Road ¥ ¥ ¥ North Country Limousines 584-8153 For Advertising Rates & Info 467-4400 Call 862-9849

OUR TOWN • JUNE 2006 – 108 – Emrick R. Milligan, M.D. Family Practice, Urgent Care Walk-In Emergencies & Appointments Accepted 487 Lake Avenue, Saint James, New York 11780 (631) 584-6014 Your Primary Care Doctor Coordinating the medical services you need Your primary care doctor should be used for three primary reasons: • When you are sick • For routine physicals in order to screen for and prevent illness • As the coordinator of your overall medical care Why Have An Annual Physical? • To screen for cancer and heart disease • For nutritional and exercise counseling • To establish a baseline for comparison when you are ill Schedule your annual physical with Dr. Milligan today! Dr. Emrick Milligan is Board Certified in Family Practice, a Senior Aviation Medical Examiner, a Medical Review Officer, physician for many Long Island Fire Departments, and is the medical director for several area schools, including Suffolk County Community College. Specializing In: Emergency Medicine School, Sports & Camp Physicals F.A.A. Pilot Exams D.O.T. Exams Fire Department Physicals Minor Skin Surgery Acute Injuries & Illnesses Offers ECGs, Spirometry, Audiometry, Tympanometry, Vaccines, Immunizations Office Hours – Open 7 Days A Week Monday 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m.-12 noon Sunday 8 a.m.-12 noon for Sick Visits & Urgent Care Most Insurance Plans Accepted

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