February 2015 Vol. 26 No. 03 Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 2 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 3 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 4 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 5 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 6 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 7 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 8 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 9 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 10 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 11 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com FEBRUARY TRIVIA FUN WRITTEN BY AMELIA INTRAVAIA 1. What is the birthstone for February? 2. What is the flower of February? 3. When is traditionally Groundhog Day? 4. What two Presidents birthdays are celebrated in February? 5. What actor played Dr. Gillespie in the movies? 6. Who played Dr. Kildare in the movies? 7. What winged figure is symbolic of St. Valentine’s Day? 8. What other animal name is the Groundhog known by? 9. If the Groundhog sees his shadow, what does it mean? 10. What was the Glenn Miller Orchestra theme song? Kids Jokes 11. What three famous Rock N’ Roll singers were killed in a plane crash Feb. 3, 1959? 12. What two actors played the leads in the hit TV show “Hart to Hart”? Q: Why did the boy have his 13. Who played their faithful servant and friend, Max? girlfriend put in jail? 14. Who is known as Broadway Joe? A: She stole his heart. 15. Where is the Football Hall of Fame Museum located? Q: How did the telephone Look in this month’s edition of Our Place for the answers. NEW! propose to his girlfriend? A: He gave her a ring. TEEN KARATE PROGRAM Q: This 8 week program is a beginner karate class for students ages 13-17. Students must register in advance and there is a $40 materials fee. This includes the uniform, administration fee and other materials. Normal cost would be close to $180. Sachem CYS offers this program in conjunction with LI Family Karate. Classes will take place on Tuesdays from 4:00-5:45 pm. Please call Sachem Community Youth Services at 585-1811. February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 A: Why did the boy put candy under his pillow? Because he wanted sweet dreams. Q: What did one volcano say to the other? A: I lava you. Q: Why is lettuce the most loving vegetable? A: Because it's all heart. 12 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 13 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 14 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 15 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 16 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 17 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com Kids Jokes Q: What did the octopus say to his girlfriend when he proposed? A: Can I have your hand, hand, hand, hand, hand, hand, hand, hand in marriage? Q: What did the stamp say to the envelope A: Q: A: on Valentine's Day? I'm stuck on you! What travels around the world but stays in one corner? A stamp. Q: What did the paper clip say to the magnet? A: I find you very attractive. February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 18 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 19 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 20 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 21 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 22 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com SENIOR JOKES RE-RELEASED HITS FOR BABY BOOMERS: ***FRAUD ALERT *** SUPERVISOR ROMAINE WARNS RESIDENTS ABOUT LETTER SEEKING ACCESS INTO HOMES BY INDIVIDUALS POSING AS TOWN WORKERS • “You’re So Varicose Vein” by Carly Simon • “How Can You Mend A Broken Hip?” by the BeeGees • “The First Time Ever I Forgot Your Face” by Roberta Flack Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine today warned residents about a scam by individuals looking to pose as Town workers to illegally enter private homes. Suffolk County Police and the Suffolk County District Attorney have been notified of this incident. Town officials were alerted on January 2, 2015 of a letter sent to residents falsely claiming that employees from the Town Assessor’s office would be inspecting their property on Saturday, January 3, 2015 between the hours of 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. as part of “reassessments for the upcoming tax year.” No such reassessment or inspection is taking place in Brookhaven Town. “Whoever sent this fraudulent letter out will be prosecuted to the fullest extent to the law,” said Supervisor Romaine. “We are asking the public to contact us at 451-TOWN if they have received any such letter, and to protect themselves and their family from those who fraudulently sent this letter. Any Brookhaven Town employee who is conducting official business will have proper identification, be travelling in an official vehicle, and will otherwise be able to identify themselves as acting in an official capacity.” • “I Can’t See Clearly Now” by Johnny Nash • “Papa Got A Kidney Stone” by the Temptations • “These Boots Give Me Arthritis” by Nancy Sinatra • “You Make Me Feel Like Napping” by Leo Sayer • “Once, Twice, Three Trips to the Bathroom” by the Commodores • “A Whiter Shade of Hair” by Procol Harum • “I Get By with a Little Help from Depends” by the Beatles • “Rikki, Don’t Lose Your Car Keys” by Steely Dan • “Mrs. Brown, You’ve Got a Lovely Walker” by Herman's Hermits • “Talkin’ ‘Bout My Medication” by the Who • “Bald Thing” by the Troggs • “You Can’t Always Pee When You Want” by the Rolling Stones • “I Heard It through the Grape Nuts” by Marvin Gaye And last, but definitely not least, • “Bad Prune Rising” by Credence Clearwater Revivial (our personal favorite) February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 23 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com VALENTINE QUOTE Love is our true destiny. We do not find the meaning of life by ourselves alone - we find it with another. - Thomas Merton I know of only one duty, and that is to love. - Albert Camus BE PREPARED FOR WINTER WEATHER AND STORMS The winter season is upon us, and Legislator Tom Muratore (R-Ronkonkoma) would like to offer residents helpful tips in preparation of extreme cold weather and winter storms. “We have already been hit with one freezing cold spell, and winter is long from over,” stated Legislator Muratore. “It is important to take some simple precautionary measures to keep your family safe and protect your home and personal property.” The following information is provided courtesy of http://www.ready.gov/ BEFORE WINTER STORMS AND EXTREME COLD To prepare for a winter storm you should do the following: • Consider adding the following supplies to your emergency kit: • Rock salt or more environmentally safe products to melt ice on walkways. Visit the Environmental Protection Agency for a complete list of recommended products. • Sand to improve traction. • Snow shovels and other snow removal equipment. • Sufficient heating fuel. You may become isolated in your home and regular fuel sources may be cut off. Store a good supply of dry, seasoned wood for your fireplace or wood-burning stove. • Adequate clothing and blankets to keep you warm. • Make a Family Communications Plan. Your family may not be together when disaster strikes, so it is important to know how you will contact one another, how you will get back together and what you will do in case of an emergency. • A NOAA Weather Radio broadcasts alerts and warnings directly from the NWS for all hazards. You may also sign up in advance to receive notifications from your local emergency services. Download FEMA’s Be Smart. Know Your Alerts and Warnings for a summary of notifications at:www.ready.gov/prepare. Free smart phone apps, such as those available from FEMA and the American Red Cross, provide information about finding shelters, providing first aid, and seeking assistance for recovery. • Minimize travel. If travel is necessary, keep a disaster supplies kit in your vehicle. • Bring pets/companion animals inside during winter weather. Move other animals or livestock to sheltered areas with non-frozen drinking water. SENIOR JOKES Three old ladies were discussing the trials and tribulations of getting older. One said, "Sometimes I catch myself with a jar of mayonnaise in my hand while standing in front of the refrigerator, and I can't remember whether I need to put it away or start making a sandwich." The second lady chimed in with, "Yes, sometimes I find myself on the landing of the stairs and can't remember whether I was on my way up or on my way down." The third one responded, "Well, ladies, I'm glad I don't have that problem, knock on wood," as she rapped her knuckles on the table and then said, "That must be the door, I'll get it!" February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 24 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 25 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com SENIOR JOKES You're over the hill when your back goes out more than you do. KARATE PROGRAM This 8 week program is a beginner karate class for students ages 712. Students must register in advance and there is a $40 materials fee. This includes the uniform, administration fee and other materials. Normal cost would be close to $180. Sachem CYS offers this program in conjunction with LI Family Karate. Classes will take place on Thursdays from 4:00-5:45 pm. Please call Sachem Community Youth Services at 585-1811. February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 26 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 27 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 28 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com Dominik Benedetto, son of Donna Llorens and Mike Benedetto, graduated from the U.S. Coast Guard Academy May 21, 2014. Dominik is from Ronkonkoma and is a 2010 Connetquot graduate. He received his bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and has been assigned to the Coast Guard Cutter Bertholf in Alameda, California. Dominik's older brother Michael is a former Coast Guardsman and his younger brother Lukas is currently attending the Coast Guard Academy. February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 29 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com DUCKS SPEND DAY WITH TD BANK “TAKE A DUCK TO CLASS” WINNER TEAM VISITS SCHOOL OF FIRST ESSAY CONTEST WINNER IN 2015 The Long Island Ducks began their annual TD Bank “Take a Duck to Class” essay contest visits at John Quincy Adams Primary School. Second grader Joseph Esposito was honored as the first contest winner this year for writing a wonderful essay about “Who is a hero in your community and why?” The day began with an assembly in the auditorium for the entire second grade class. Members of the Ducks congratulated Joseph for a job well done, and he was presented with a $50 Visa gift card by TD Bank Vice President of U.S. Field Marketing Eric Fishon and TD Bank Deer Park store manager Mary Warren-Mancini. Joseph went on to read his essay aloud to everyone in attendance, including his family and the hero he wrote about, North Babylon firefighter Dave Pappio. After a long ovation, Long Island’s favorite mascot, QuackerJack, was welcomed by the students and even showed off some of his favorite dance moves. Dave then spoke with the students about fire safety and was interviewed, along with Joseph, by several members of the media who covered the event. Following the assembly, Joesph and his classmates received a special visit to their classroom from QJ and TD Bank. The entire class was prepared with popcorn bags featuring QuackerJack on the front and cupcakes to celebrate. Finally, everyone posed for pictures, got autographs and received a gift bag full of goodies, courtesy of TD Bank and the Ducks. Contestants were able fill out applications available at LIDucks.com this fall and submit an essay of 250 words or less on “Who is a hero in your community and why?” Out of a record number of essays received from all over Long Island, four lucky winners were selected. Each one will receive an February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 hour-long visit to their school from Long Island’s most popular mascot, QuackerJack, along with a Visa gift card from TD Bank. Here are the remaining winners in this year’s TD Bank “Take a Duck to Class” essay contest and when the Ducks will be visiting their school: Nicole Pottgen – Canaan Elementary School (Patchogue, N.Y.) - Friday, January 30 at 2:30 p.m. Nicholas Illare – East Islip Middle School (East Islip, N.Y.) - Friday, February 6 (Time TBD) Amy Whitman – Edna Louise Spear Elementary School (Port Jefferson, N.Y.) – Date TBD The Long Island Ducks are members of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball and play their home games at Bethpage Ballpark. For further information, call (631) 940-DUCK or visit www.liducks.com. 30 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 31 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 32 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 33 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 34 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com MOMS CLUB OF WESTERN BROOKHAVEN SENIOR JOKES Two elderly women were out driving in a large car. Both could barely see over the dashboard. As they were cruising along, they came to an intersection. The stoplight was red, but they just went on through. The woman in the passenger seat thought to herself, "I must be losing it. I could have sworn we just went through a red light." After a few more minutes, they came to another intersection, and the light was red again. They went right though it. This time, the woman in the passenger seat was almost sure that the light had been red and was really concerned that she was losing it. She was getting nervous and decided to pay very close attention to the road and the next intersection to see what was going on. At the next intersection, the light was definitely red, and sure enough, they went right through again. She turned to the other woman and said, "Mildred! Did you know we just ran through three red lights in a row? You could have killed us!" Mildred turned to her and said, "Oh my, am I driving?" February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 MOMS Club of Western Brookhaven (http://brookhavenmomsclub.webs.com) is part of MOMS Club International and we are a non-profit support group for stay-at-home moms and for moms who work part-time. We get together for playgroups, field trips, moms nights out and more. Serving Centereach, Farmingville, Hauppauge, Holbrook, Holtsville, Lake Grove, Lake Ronkonkoma, Nesconset, Port Jefferson, Ronkonkoma, Selden and surrounding areas. We meet the last Thursday of the month at 10am at the VFW Hall (55 Lake Shore Rd, Ronkonkoma). For more information contact Kathleen 516-662-2440 or [email protected] 35 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 36 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com SENIOR JOKES An old fellow fell in love with a lady. He got down on his knees and told her there were two things he would like to ask her. She replied, "OK." He said, "Will you marry me?" She replied, "Yes," then asked what his second question was. He replied, "Will you help me up?" February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 37 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com REP. LEE ZELDIN HONORS TOWN OF SOUTHOLD ON 375th ANNIVERSARY On January 17, 2015, at Brecknock Hall in Greenport, Congressman Zeldin presented a Certificate of Congressional Recognition to the Town of Southold in honor of the town's 375th Anniversary. This was Congressman Zeldin’s first public speaking event in district since being recently sworn in. Brecknock Hall was once the summer home of William Floyd’s son. William Floyd was one of four New Yorkers to sign the Declaration of Independence and was also the first Congressman from the First Congressional District. Congressman Zeldin happens to be a graduate of William Floyd High School in Mastic Beach. February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 38 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com Kids Jokes Q: What do squirrels give for Valentine's Day? A: Forget-me-nuts. Q: Why did the banana go out with the prune? A: Because it couldn't get a date. Q: What did the caveman give his wife on Valentine's Day? A: Ughs and kisses! Q: What did the elephant say to his girlfriend? A: I love you a ton! Q: What did one pickle A: say to the other? You mean a great dill to me. February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 39 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 40 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 41 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com Ask the Attorney is a monthly column which allows readers to have their legal questions answered by qualified attorneys. You may submit your questions via email or call the number listed below for immediate answers. All inquiries are confidential and free. The names of those submitting questions are changed to ensure anonymity. Q: Dear Attorney: I have a tenant who hasn’t paid me rent for five months. I went to an attorney to start an eviction but I just received a letter that the tenant filed for bankruptcy. My attorney says I can’t file the eviction now and that I may not get the back rent I’m owed. Is there anything I can do to get the tenant out and collect the money that I’m owed? - Ann A: Dear Ann: The answers to your questions are yes and maybe. You didn’t indicate in your letter what chapter of bankruptcy the tenant filed. However, whether you’re dealing with a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, there is an automatic stay in effect which prevents you from starting the eviction proceeding while the bankruptcy case is pending. If your tenant filed a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, you can either wait until the case is closed and then start the eviction proceeding or you can make a motion to the bankruptcy court for permission to lift the stay and proceed immediately. However, you will have to pay an attorney to make the motion and since a typical Chapter 7 case only takes about three months to be discharged and closed, it may make more sense to just wait until the end of the case. With respect to the rent that you are owed, that debt will likely be wiped out in the Chapter 7, so although you will still be able to evict the tenant, you probably will not be able to get a money judgment for the back rent. The one exception may be if there are nonexempt assets belonging to the tenant that the Chapter 7 trustee is liquidating. In that case, you would be notified by the trustee to file a proof of claim for the amount you are owed and you may receive some money. Similarly, if the tenant filed a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you will have the opportunity to file a proof of claim and possibly collect the back money as well as the go-forward rent payments. Feel free to contact my office to discuss your rights and remedies further. Q: Dear Attorney: My fiancé and I have been together for many years. We own a house together and have joint credit cards. We are struggling financially and are considering bankruptcy. Can we file a bankruptcy case together since we have joint debts? - Barb A: Dear Barb: Unfortunately, no. While you can both file for bankruptcy, you would have to file separate cases since you are not legally married. Call anytime or email questions: Spina & Kreitzman Attorneys at Law 300 Rabro Drive, Suite 152 • Hauppauge, NY 11788 (631) 342-8388 • [email protected] Focusing on Bankruptcy, Foreclosure Defense, Mortgage Modification, Debt Relief, Judgments & Wage Garnishments, Real Estate. We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code. This column is for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact an attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 42 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 43 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com SERVICE FAIR EDUCATES SCHOOL PERSONNEL AND PARENTS coordination, and financial planning services were on hand to provide important information to attendees. Herb and Regina Johnson from Westhampton Beach attended the fair on behalf of their eighteen-year-old son who has autism. They were looking for guardianship information but after visiting all of the tables, they had two bags filled with brochures, pamphlets, business cards, and more. Mr. Johnson said, “The fair was very beneficial. Everything was here, all in one place. We got very useful information about social security, and now we know what we need to do, where to go, and who to talk to for our son.” The Annual Agency Services Fair sponsored by Eastern Suffolk BOCES (ESBOCES)Student Support Services provided an opportunity for parents, school social workers, school psychologists, and teachers to connect with a wide-variety of service providers to prepare for their child’s/student’s future. ESBOCES School Social Worker Jennifer FarnumWeber said, “The goal of the fair is to make connections between school districts and outside community agencies. We hope to fit the needs of our students and our component school districts to the best of our ability.” Jennifer’s role is to partner with the community and outside agencies to keep social workers and psychologists up to date with the most recent trends. Program Administrator Elizabeth Melichar said, “It’s never too early for parents and schools to think about transitioning their child/student. In essence, the social workers make the connections. They are the conduit to give parents names and information about services and programs. As part of the New York State Education Department regulations, we need to provide parent training and education on a regular basis. This fair is a perfect forum.” More than fifty representatives from day habilitation programs, group homes, respite programs, service February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 44 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 45 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com 150 Holbrook Road • Holbrook, NY 11741 LOVE SONGS WITH THE RICCIARDIS HAND-WASHING, HYGIENE & HEALTH February 1 2:00pm That’s amore! Husband and wife duo Vincent and Emily Ricciardi will perform some of the most famous love duets and ballads of our era, drawn from the worlds of opera, Broadway, jazz, and pop. Wednesday, February 11 10:30am In today’s complicated world, sometimes the simplest solutions can be the most effective. Vanessa Langer, RN, MS will explore fast, easy, and universal ways to promote health and stop the spread of germs. BALLROOM DANCING: WALTZ RUDOLPH VALENTINO: THE GREAT LOVER OF THE SILVER SCREEN Friday, February 6 7:30pm Instructor Kelly Ficarra of Rhythms & Soul Dance Studio will teach this romantic dance style, one of the most popular and traditional ballroom dances. Come alone or bring a partner. Wednesday, February 11 7:00pm Valentino was the big screen’s first incarnation of the “Latin Lover,” a magnetic, mysterious, and exotic figure adored by women and despised by men. With the assistance of audio and video clips, former teacher and journalist Marilyn Carminio will show you how Valentino rose from obscure Italian immigrant beginnings to become a magnificent screen idol. See why his legend lives on nearly 90 years after his death! DEMENTIA: KEEPING THE CONVERSATION GOING Monday, February 2 7:00pm Living with or caring for a loved one with dementia poses many challenges for families and caregivers. Back by popular demand, Michael Romas, PhD, will conduct an open Q&A forum which will address and explore your questions and concerns. FROM WRITING TO PUBLISHING Monday, February 9 7:00pm Get tips on how to integrate your research with your writing project and explore various avenues for getting your work published. Mankh (Walter E. Harris III) has over 12 years of experience designing, editing, and publishing nearly 70 books with his own imprint, Allbook Books. He is resident poet and essay contributor at axisoflogic.com, and his writings have been published both online and in print in numerous publications including Long Island Pulse, Newsday, The Long-Islander, PoetryBay.com, and Book/Mark Quarterly Review. EVERY STEP YOU TAKE Tuesday, February 3 11:30am Jared Caspe, DPT, Physical Therapist, will discuss tricks and techniques for walking safely, climbing stairs, and maintaining balance. This program will also be helpful for caregivers, who will learn methods for guarding and assisting their loved ones. ORAL HEALTH CARE FOR 50+ Thursday, February 5 10:30am It is never too late to begin a good oral hygiene routine. Dr. Katie Chin, a General Practice Resident from Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine, will explain the truth about proper oral hygiene, whether or not you still have all your teeth. Find out how to cut down on medical bills and doctor visits, as well as ways to encourage your children and grandchildren to develop good habits. NEW! All are welcome to attend this free event at the Sachem Public Library. For more information, or to register, call 631-588-5024. YOUTH WITH SPECIAL NEEDS KARATE PROGRAM ARTS AND CRAFTS PROGRAM Sachem Community Youth Services offers an Arts and Crafts program for ages 7-12. Come be creative and have fun! Please call 585-1811 for more details. This 8 week program is a beginner karate class for students ages 7-17. Students must register in advance and there is a $40 materials fee. This includes the uniform, administration fee and other materials. Normal cost would be close to $180. Sachem CYS offers this program in conjunction with LI Family Karate. Classes will take place on Wednesdays from 4:005:45 pm. Please call Sachem Community Youth Services at 585-1811. February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 TEENS EARN MONEY Sachem Community Youth Services has yardwork, babysitting, housecleaning, and other odd jobs for Sachem/Brookhaven Town residents, ages 13-20. For more information please call 585-1811. 46 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 47 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 48 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 49 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com FEBRUARY FILMS AT SACHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY 150 HOLBROOK ROAD • HOLBROOK, NY 11741 For the month of February the following free movies will be shown at the Sachem Public Library: All are welcome to attend these free films at the Sachem Public Library. For R-rated movies, those under 17 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information call 631-588-5024. NEIGHBORS • THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5 • 1:30 & 6:30PM After a fraternity moves into the house next door, a young couple engages the college students in a competition to see who will survive in the neighborhood. Directed by Nicholas Stroller. Starring Seth Rogen, Rose Byrne, Zac Efron. (R-1:37) BEGIN AGAIN • THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12 1:30 & 6:30PM A chance encounter between a disgraced music business executive and a young singer-songwriter turns into a promising collaboration between the two talents. Directed by John Carney. Starring Keira Knightley, Mark Ruffalo, Adam Levine. (R-1:44) AMAZING SPIDER-MAN 2 • THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19 1:30 & 6:30PM When New York is put under siege by Oscorp, it is up to SpiderMan to save his loved ones and the city he swore to protect. Directed by Marc Webb. Starring Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone, Jamie Foxx. (PG13-2:22) THE HUNDRED-FOOT JOURNEY THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26 • 1:30 & 6:30PM The Kadam family leaves India for France where they open a restaurant directly across the road from Madame Mallory's Michelin-starred eatery. Directed by Lasse Hallström. Starring Helen Mirren, Om Puri, Manish Dayal. (PG-2:02) REEL REBELS JU DOU • TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3 • 6:00PM A tragic and poignant love story set against the colorful backdrop of a Chinese dye mill, this Oscar-nominated film features stunning cinematography. Directed by Zhang Yimou. Starring Gong Li, Li Wei, Li Baotian. (1990, PG13 – 1:35) (3 hours) SATURDAY FOREIGN FILM THE HUNT • SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14 • 2:00PM �A highly-regarded school teacher who has overcome a difficult divorce finds his life shattered by an untruthful remark that throws his small community into a collective state of hysteria. Danish with English subtitles. Directed by Thomas Vinterberg. Starring Mads Mikkelsen, Thomas Bo Larsen, Annika Wedderkopp. (2012, R-1:55) SPECIAL FILM PRESENTATIONS LADY SINGS THE BLUES WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11 • 1:30PM In honor of Black History Month, revisit this award-winning film which chronicles the rise and fall of legendary blues singer Billie Holiday. Directed by Sidney J. Furie. Starring Billy Dee Williams, Diana Ross, Richard Pryor. (1972, R-2:23) BRIGHT STAR • FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13• 1:30PM 19th century poet John Keats and the girl next door, Fanny Brawne, start out totally at odds with one another. However, when Brawne offers to help Keats nurse his seriously ill brother, the two become involved in an unstoppable romance. Directed by Jane Campion. Starring Abbie Cornish, Ben Whishaw, Paul Schneider. (2009, PG-2:00) February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 50 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com Two traveling angels stopped to spend the night in the home of a wealthy family. The younger angel was infuriated and asked the older angel how could you have let this happen? The first man had everything, yet you helped him, she accused. The family was rude and refused to let the angels stay in the mansion's guest room. The second family had little but was willing to share everything, and you let the cow die. Instead the angels were given a small space in the cold basement. "Things aren't always what they seem," the older angel replied. As they made their bed on the hard floor, the older angel saw a hole in the wall and repaired it. When the younger angel asked why, the older angel replied, "Things aren't always what they seem" The next night the pair came to rest at the house of a very poor, but very hospitable farmer and his wife. After sharing what little food they had the couple let the angels sleep in their bed where they could have a good night's rest. When the sun came up the next morning the angels found the farmer and his wife in tears? Their only cow, whose milk had been their sole income, lay dead in the field. "When we stayed in the basement of the mansion, I noticed there was gold stored in that hole in the wall. Since the owner was so obsessed with greed and unwilling to share his good fortune, I sealed the wall so he wouldn't find it." "Then last night as we slept in the farmers bed, the angel of death came for his wife I gave him the cow instead. Things aren't always what they seem." Sometimes that is exactly what happens when things don't turn out the way they should. If you have faith, you just need to trust that every out come is always to your advantage. You just might not know it until some time later. LINDSAY III FREEZES LEGISLATIVE SALARY INDEFINITELY SACHEM EAST VARSITY ARROWETTES Suffolk County Legislator Bill Lindsay III followed through on a promise to freeze his legislative salary at the 2014 rate earlier this month. Lindsay III, a freshman legislator, needed to wait until his first year was complete for the freeze to officially take effect. If no freeze was initiated by Lindsay III, he would have received a cost of living adjustment (COLA) which would have been near the 10 year COLA average of 2.7%. "I made a promise to the residents of my district to cut government waste and unnecessary spending. So I have frozen my salary indefinitely because it's not right for me to get a raise, while so many families are struggling to make ends meet." Lindsay III also proposed legislation that would have ended automatic pay increases for all Suffolk County Elected Officials in March of 2014, however that legislation failed. Nevertheless, Lindsay III made it clear, in a letter to Suffolk County Comptroller John Kennedy earlier this month, that he would continue to advocate for salary reform and forego any increase in his own legislative salary throughout his entire stint in office. “I am committed to serving the residents of the eighth legislative district; I have not taken a county car or cell phone, I have reduced spending within my own office, in terms of staff and rent, and I do not plan to ever take a salary increase,” said Lindsay III. “My focus is on solving the problems facing Suffolk County and my record has shown that I am committed to that goal.” Lindsay III’s rent decreased 25% after moving his office in April of 2014, saving $12,000 annually. Additional cost savings are associated with refusing to take a county car, cellphone, and gas reimbursements. Sunday, January 11th, the Sachem Easy Varsity Arrowettes participated in the Scholastic Dance Competition hosted by Nassau Community College and dominated competitors from all over the Island. They received first place trophies in Hip Hop, Jazz, Open Team, and a 2nd place trophy in High kick. VALENTINE QUOTE If you have only one smile in you give it to the people you love. - Maya Angelou February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 51 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 52 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 53 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH AT SACHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY HEAR THE BEAT OF THE DRUM SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8 2:00PM Percussionist Jerome Liggon and his cousin and mentor Ralph Knox will take you on a journey to West Africa for a traditional African drumming experience. SENIOR JOKES Two elderly ladies were discussing the upcoming dance at the country club. "We're supposed to wear something that matches our husband's hair, so I'm wearing black," said Mrs. Smith. "Oh my," said Mrs. Jones, "I'd better not go." TRACES OF THE TRADE: A STORY FROM THE DEEP NORTH MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9 6:30PM Elizabeth Sturges Llerena will introduce the Emmynominated documentary film Traces of the Trade: A Story from the Deep North, in which filmmaker Katrina Browne discovers that her New England ancestors were the first and largest slave-trading family in American history. A TRIBUTE TO BLACK JAZZ LEGENDS SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22 2:00PM Saxophonist Curtis Haywood and his band will pay tribute to some of the greatest jazz legends of all time, including Grover Washington, Jr., Ray Charles, Dave Brubeck, Miles Davis, Louis Armstrong, and Duke Ellington. FEBRUARY TRIVIA ANSWERS 1. Amethysts - meaning sincerety 2. Violet, Primrose 3. February 2nd 4. Presidents Washington & Lincoln 5. Lionel Barrymore 6. Lew Ayres 7. Cupid 8. Woodchuck 9. It indicates six more weeks of winter 10. Moonlight Serenade 11. Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper & Richie Valens 12. Robert Wagner & Stefanie Powers 13. Lionel Stander 14. Joe Namath - NY Jets Quarterback 15. Canton, Ohio February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 54 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 55 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com February 2015 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 56 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Holbrook
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