Our Town...– 2 – OUR TOWN • SEPTEMBER 2006 CAPO Bistro Italiano 964 Middle Country Rd., St. James, NY 11780 631.780.6100 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Lunch & Dinner Take Out Available

SEPTEMBER2006Volume 19Number 11

Keeping you up to date onSALES, HAPPENINGS& PEOPLEIn Our Town - St. James

PUBLISHED MONTHLY

Our TownS • T • J • A • M • E • S

It’sBackTo

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OUR TOWN • SEPTEMBER 2006

CAPOBistro Italiano

964 Middle Country Rd., St. James, NY 11780

631.780.6100

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEKLunch & DinnerTake Out Available

Monday-Friday • 4:00-7:00

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STAFFRuth Garthe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Editor

Robin Clark . . . . . Associate Editor

Debra Vessa-Cleary Feature Writer

William Garthe . . . . . . . AdvertisingSales

OUR TOWN– ST. JAMES –

is a monthly publication producedexclusively for the people ofSt. James, Nissequogue andHead of the Harbor, L.I., N.Y.

Call 862-9849 forAdvertising & Copy Deadline

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I N T H I S I S S U E

MERCHANT SPOTLIGHT Creative Windows, Ltd. ...... 4

AROUND TOWNGarage Sales ...................... 6Car Wash.............................. 8Fall Festival at Deepwells 10Capo Grand Opening ......14Cottages to Castles House & Garden Tour 20-24

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENTSmithtown Performing Arts Center ................................................34Watercolor Demo at ST. James General Store ............................34Six Tips for Buying Art ......................................................................36On Stage at Staller Center ...................................................... 40-42Mr. Mouse and the Runaway Pumpkin at Mills Pond House ......44

EDUCATIONAL ENTERTAINMENTPrograms at the Library............................................48, 50, 52, 54-55E.C.S.S. Programs........................................................................56, 58

HOME & GARDENDesign Ideas/Home Decorating Club......................................60-61Collector’s Corner ............................................................................62Recovering From a Hurricane ...................................................... 63Realty Wise ......................................................................................64Naturally Speaking......................................................................66-67

POSTAL CORNER......................................................................68, 70-71

FINANCIAL SAVVYMortgage Matters .......................................................................... 72Money Matters ................................................................................74Planning for the Future .................................................................. 76

SCHOOL NEWS ...................................................................... 78--80, 82

COOK’S CORNER ..............................................................................83

SPORTS ................................................................................................84

HEALTH NOTES ..............................................................................86, 88

BEAUTY TIPS..........................................................................................89

OBITUARIES ....................................................................................90, 92

ST. JAMES DAY - Traffic Information .......................................... 94-95

PORTRAIT OF THE MONTH ..................................................................96

CELEBRATIONS................................................................................97-98

POET’S CORNER..................................................................................98

ST. JAMES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEMBERS ........................ 100

TELEPHONE DIRECTORY....................................................................101

F.Y.I. ............................................................................................102-103

CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING ........................................................ 104-105

DIRECTORY OF ADVERTISERS .................................................. 106-107

Our TownS • T • J • A • M • E • S

PLEASE NOTE:Advertising & Editorial Deadline for the OCTOBER edition of OUR TOWN • ST. JAMESis THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2006 - 12 NOON.Distribution takes place on Wednesday, October 18.

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M E R C H A N T S P O T L I G H T

by Debra Vessa-ClearyIf you’re planning on dressing

up your windows this upcomingholiday season, now is the per-fect time to seek the advice of awindow designer specialist.Whether you’re consideringRoman shades or wood blinds,country valances or embroideredsilk panels, the designers atCreative Windows, Ltd. in St.James can help you create a cus-tom look that is tailor-made, per-fectly fitted and totally chic.

Located diagonally acrossfrom 7-11 on Lake Avenue,Creative Windows offers freeseven-day-a-week shop-at-homeservice as well as free installa-tion with the purchase of win-dow treatments. Their in-houseshowroom includes thousands ofdesigner fabric swatches as wellas a large variety of shade anddrapery samples, hard-to-findcurtain hardware, and floormodels of beautifully upholsteredcornices.

According to owner MichaelGuglielmo, a Smithtown residentand member of the St. JamesChamber of Commerce, he has

been in the window treatmentbusiness for over 20 years.Originally servicing clients froma Smithtown location, CreativeWindows relocated to St. Jamesabout four months ago:

“We like to get to know ourcustomers – their taste and con-cerns – and we would like to getto know the people of St.James,” says Michael. “Everyoneis invited to come in, browsearound and receive a GrandOpening token of introduction.People will find that we offercompetitive pricing and keep upon the latest trends and designs;but we also want people toknow that we pride ourselves inour customer satisfaction. Weshow up on time and returnphonecallspromptly.We willcustommake oneshade or ahundredshades. No job istoo big ortoo small.”

Creative Windows offers bothresidential and commercial cus-tom window and door cover-ings, light upholstery work, andshop-at-home service fromMontauk to Manhattan. Theyprovide window treatment serv-ices from inception to installa-tion and they are a HunterDouglas priority dealer. Hours ofoperation are Tuesday throughFriday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. andSaturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Please call for an appointmentif you wish to schedule shop-at-home service and don’t forget tostop by and visit their booth onSt. James Day, which will beright outside their store front.

Creative Windows, Ltd.367 Lake AvenueSt. James, NY 11780366-0212Hours:

Tues.-Fri. 10am-5pmSat. 10am-3pm

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NESCONSET. Immaculate 4 BR, 2.5 bathColonial. Tastefully decorated, this house isbeautiful! 2 offices, playroom, EIK w/granite,FDR, FLR, den, CVAC, IGP. 5 years young.This one has it all! $849,000.

NESCONSET. Charming Victorian style 4 BR,2 1/2 bath Colonial with new everything: elec-tric, doors, windows, roof, kit. appl., h/w floors.Builder’s home. Laundry & pantry. Coveredporch w/ceiling fans, fish pond, det. garagew/heated floors & bath. $550,990.

LAKE GROVE. Move in condition, this homefeatures 3 BRs, 1 bath, EIK, newly updatedbath, stainless steel appliances, upgradedelectric, new vinyl siding, new furnace,Andersen windows, roof, brick walk way.

$379,000.

CALVERTON. Foxwood 55+ community. ThisRanch features 2 BRs, MBR w/master bath &walk in, 2nd BR with full bath, LR, DR, EIK,sunroom, new CAC and W/W carpet. Gasheat. Deep garage. Community amenitiesinclude clubhouse, pool, gym, library.

$240,000.

PT. JEFFERSON STATION - LAND. 3/4 acreon quiet street. Building permits in place.Owner motivated. $339,000.

MILLER PLACE. Elegant and expansive withamenities galore. 2 formal MBR suites, walk-in california closet, hi-hats, h/w floors,maple/granite kitchen with pantry/server area2 of the 4.5 baths feature Jacuzzi baths withgranite & exquisite tile, wet bar & large enter-tainment area, CAC, IGS. $1,059,000.

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NESCONSET. 3 BR, 2 1/2 bath Condo in 24-hr. gated community. Like new with vaultedceilings in entry & LR, den with frplc., EIK,ceramic tile & h/w floors, MBR suite withJacuzzi & 2 walk-in closets. Finished base-ment, garage, pool, tennis, gym, clubhouse.

$611,000.

NESCONSET. Spacious Splanch features 4BRs, 2.5 baths, EIK with beautiful 42” oakcabinets, den with granite fireplace, CAC,H/W floors. Fantastic landscaped yard withpavers around kidney shaped pool. Great forsummer fun.IGS, fenced yard.

REDUCED! $535,000.

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A R O U N D T O W N

Julie Bergmann, owner of thenew “Julie’s” – formerly BarbaraLee Floral Design – invites you tovisit her at her new locationbeginning October 1, 2006 at529 Lake Avenue in St. James(opposite the St. James Gazebo).

Her new name “Julie’s” Home

& Garden Accessories depictswhat she features at her shop.Julie, who specializes in design-ing silk floral arrangements, cre-ates unusual one-of-a-kind piecesand offers in home service. Shecarries a unique line of acces-sories for both inside and outside

the home including some smallfurniture pieces.

Be sure to stop by and visitwith Julie and see what she has tooffer. I am sure you will findsomething beautiful for yourhome. Or call her at 862-8943for an in-home consultation.

A Warm Welcome to Julie’s Home & Garden Accessories

Sons of Norway Garage Saleon Saturday, September 23

The Sons of Norway LoyalLodge 252 of St. James willhold a large Garage Sale onSaturday, September 23 from10 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain orshine (no early birds, please).

The Garage Sale will beheld at the Sons of NorwayHall, located on the cornerof 4th Avenue and 7th Streetin St. James.

Saint James Fire Department’s

Garage Sale Fundraiser Set For September 23

St. James Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary willhold a Garage Sale fundraiser on Saturday, Septem-ber 30 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the St. James FireHouse Sub Station located at the corner ofWoodlawn and Jefferson Avenues in St. James.

Donations of goods are very welcome! You maydrop off items the night before at 6 p.m. or the dayof the garage sale.

Member of the National Association of Independent Schools, Accredited by New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS). Harbor Country Day School does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race or creed. All students are admitted equally to all programs.

Harbor Country Day SchoolEst. 1958

Where Tomorrow’s Leaders Are Developing Today

Preschool through Grade 817 Three Sisters Road, St. James, NY 11780

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SmallClassrooms

with Big Goals

An Educationfor the

Whole ChildLook for our booth on

St. James Day!

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R E S T A U R A N TRated Excellent by The New York Times

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COMPLETE LUNCH AVAILABLE

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Monday - Thursday $16.95 Per Person

SOUPChoice of: Wintermelon, Sweet Corn with Crabmeat, Chicken or Seafood Bean Curd

APPETIZERSpring Roll

MAIN ENTREEChoice of: General Tso’s Prawns • Steamed Salmon with Ginger & Scallion

Filet Mignon with Fresh Mushrooms • Chicken with Fresh Mushrooms & AsparagusShrimp & Scallops with Garlic Sauce • Sizzling Wor Bar • Lobster in Any Style (add $3.00)

HOUSE DESSERTA Complimentary Glass of Wine Served with Dinner

Monday - Saturday 11:30-3:00 $5.95 Per Person

Fresh Asparagusw/Prawns or Scallops ................................$14.95w/Beef, Chicken or Pork ............................$12.95

Steamed Salmonw/Ginger & Scallions ..................................$15.95

Tangerine or Hunan Duck ✹ ....................$15.00Raspberry Crispy Prawns ............................$14.95

or Chicken ......................................................$12.95Fresh Mushrooms w/Prawns of

Scallops w/Hot Garlic Sauce ....................$14.95Fresh Mushrooms w/Beef,

Chicken or Pork..........................................$12.95

Stir Fried Crispy Salty Calamari ................$13.95Prawns & Chicken w/Mixed Vegetables

(Hunan Style)✹ ............................................$12.95Dungeness Crab w/Ginger & Scallion ....$21.95House Special Chow Mein Fun

(Angel Hair Rice Noodles) ........................$11.95Steamed or Pan Fried Flounder

w/Ginger & Scallion ....................................$15.95Steamed Salmon w/Ginger & Scallion....$15.95

Full A La Carte Menu AvailableFull Bar Available

416 North Country Road (Rte. 25A), St. James, NY 11780

631.862.6030OPEN 7 DAYS For Lunch or

Dinner

CATERING For All

Occasions

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A R O U N D T O W N

The St. James Jr. FireDepartment will host a Car Washto support kids with cancer onSaturday, September 23, from 9a.m. to 2 p.m. (raindate, Sunday,September 24) at the St. JamesFirehouse located on Route 25A inSt. James.

When you get your car washedfor $5 per car you will be treated tofree bagels and coffee. All pro-ceeds will be donated to theSunrise Fund for Kids at StonyBrook University Hospital. Pleasehelp support this cause.

SJFD’s Charity Car Wash Set For September 23

It was a beautiful, breezy, sum-mer evening when a bit of the oldwest came to the St. James.Parishioners of St. James Church,family and friends came togetherfor an evening of food, fun, andsquare dancing at a hoedownsponsored by the Young Peoples’Fellowship and parish SundaySchool students.

This event was the finale of a

fundraising project to benefitHeifer Project International.Members of the Long IslandTraditional Music Association(L.I.T.M.A.) provided music andentertainment, and a great timewas had by all

The Youth Group at St. JamesChurch, located at 490 NorthCountry Road in St. James, notonly had a great time planning

and setting up this project, theywere able to donate over $1,300to Heifer Project International.This donation was used to pur-chase animals to be given toimpoverished families throughoutthe world. Heifer’s mission is towork with communities to endhunger and poverty and to carefor the earth.

St. James Church Hoedown a Huge Success

BAGEL PARADISECafe

418 N. COUNTRY RD., ST. JAMES • PHONE: 584-8153 • FAX: 584-7324

FREE Local Delivery$10 Min.

DAILY LUNCH SPECIALS

Order Early for the High Holidays!FISH, VEGETABLE &

CREAM CHEESE PLATTERSWe Now Carry a Full Line of Smoked Fish

White Fish • Salmon • Lox • much more!Don’t Forget to Bring InTHE BULLS CARD

FOR OUR SPECIAL!

WE’RE NOT JUST BAGELS!!!Full Line of • Baked Goods• Flavored Coffee• Fresh Homemade

Soups & Salads• Boars Head Cold Cuts• Bagel Gift Baskets• Milk • Butter• Daily Newspapers

FRESHLY BREWEDCAPPUCCINO & ESPRESSO

Students: Stop In for a NUTRITIOUS BREAKFAST

WE’RE OPEN AT 6:00 A.M.

Happy New Year!

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A R O U N D T O W N

Suffolk County Parks, Recre-ation and Conservation in con-junction with the St. JamesChamber of Commerce will hostthe 15th Annual Fall Festival onSaturday and Sunday, October 7and 8, (raindate 10/9) from 10a.m. to 5 p.m. at Deepwells FarmCounty Park, located at the inter-section of Moriches Road andRoute 25A in St. James.

“This event is a great opportu-nity for families to enjoy the fallseason,” said Suffolk County

Executive Steve Levy. “Visitorscan enjoy hay and pony rides,pumpkin decorating, live enter-tainment and old-fashioned chil-dren’s games.

Other highlights of this year’sfestival will include craft vendors,face painting, a magic show, sto-rytellers, a real live petting farmfrom Cornell Cooperative Exten-sion, festival food, and the alwayspopular hay bale fun jump. Youcan purchase a wide variety offoods and merchandise including

hand made crafts, pumpkins andcandy from the St. James GeneralStore. Tours of Deepwells Farmwill also be available throughoutthe day. Food Vendors willinclude St. James Pasta andGarguilo’s Bakery.

Admission to the festival is$5/adults; $1/seniors and chil-dren under 12. Free parking willbe available in the field oppositethe St. James General Store. Foradditional information call 854-0903.

Fall Festival at Deepwells Farm on October 8 & 9

Come Visit the SJFD on St. James Day,Sunday, October 1

The St. James Fire Departmentwill be at St. James Day on Sunday,October 1 between 10 a.m. and

5 p.m. Please visit them and meet Sparky the Fire Dog.They will be located on the

corner of Railroad and Lake Avenuesand will be doing free blood pres-sure analysis, demonstrations anddisplays. Fire prevention handoutswill also be available.

Residential • CommercialZoning Analysis Concept Design Space Planning Construction Drawings

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Henrietta HomesAND PROPERTIES, INC.

328 Lake Avenue, St. James, NY 11780 • 862-6999Diagonally across from the St. James Post Office

NISSEQUOGUE WATERFRONT.Beautiful flat 7 shy acres overlooking theNissequogue with sunset views! Buildyour dream estate! Lovely small home &cottage presently on property.

$1,999,999.

ST. JAMES. Quality custom built Victor-ian. Gorgeous kitchen & baths, gleam-ing oak floors, charming fireplace, lots ofwindows. Must see to appreciate!

$799,000.

ST. JAMES. A rare find! Formal 4 BR, 2bath Ranch with 2 car garage. Lovelyprivate 1/2 acre on quiet non-throughstreet. Priced to move!! $549,000.

We Are Not The Typical“Warehouse Brokerage”

Our personal service and professional standards are second to none.

Give one of our 17 agents at Henrietta Homes a call.

We know the neighborhood, we know the market

and we would like to know you!

Henrietta Homes & Properties862-6999

www.Henriettahomes.com

ST. JAMES. Meticulously maintained &updated, this 3 BR, 2 bath StorybookRanch offers a carefree lifestyle. Thereis nothing to do here but relax on yournew 20x30 deck or rock on your charm-ing front porch. Beautiful 1/2 acre, 2 cargarage & gorgeous finished basement.Great non-through street. $539,000.

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Henrietta HomesAND PROPERTIES, INC.

328 Lake Avenue, St. James, NY 11780 • 862-6999Diagonally across from the St. James Post Office

ST. JAMES. North of 25A “Point ofWoods.” 5 BR, 3.5 bath traditionalCenter Hall. Huge rooms, granitekitchen, oak floors, gorgeous shy acre,IGP. $1,100,000.

NISSEQUOGUE. This stately brick 5 BRCenter Hall Colonial truly offers ele-gance. Tremendous center island ingranite kitchen, huge master suite,maids quarters, IGP, majestic 2.17 flatacres. Superb cul-de-sac. $1,275,000.

ST. JAMES. Prestigious Family homeon cul-de-sac. 5 BRs, 4 baths, IGP, poolhouse, outdoor Viking BBQ, huge gran-ite kitchen w/Subzero appliances. Trueentertainer’s home! $919,000.

SMITHTOWN. North of 25A, this dia-mond 5 BR Hi Ranch is in pristine con-dition. Beautiful new Sile-stone kitchen,new windows, CAC, gorgeous stonepatios & walkways, new heated IGP,lovely landscaping, big deck & (believe itor not) decent taxes! Better hurry!

$599,000.

ST. JAMES - FOR RENT. 3/4 BR Cape.Gorgeous brand new kitchen and bath,large LR, fireplace, deck, oak floors. Areal charmer. Credit check a must.

$1,900. + utilities

SMITHTOWN. Why rent? Lovely 2 BRcottage in a superb walk to town loca-tion. Unbelievably low taxes. A charmer!

$329,990.

ST. JAMES - NEW TO MARKET! Bigextended 3 BR, 2 bath Ranch. Hugegreatroom with fireplace, gorgeous newkitchen, full finished basement w/OSE,oak floors, hurry! $459,000.

SMITHTOWN. Hurry – really low taxeson this diamond 3 BR, 2 bath “3 Gable”Ranch. Offers cathedral ceilings, fp,gleaming oak floors, cedar deck, paverwalkways on dead end street.$499,000.

STONY BROOK. The Knolls 55+ com-munity. Beautiful Dogwood model withsunroom & garage. Clean, light & brightwith lots of windows & closets.

$329,000.

ST. JAMES. Bordering Head of theHarbor. Big lovely 4 BR, 2.55 bathColonial. Superb condition, new kitchen,windows, oak floors, 2 FPs, finishedwalk out basement. Private yard backslandlocked state land. $599,000.

ST. JAMES LAND. Design your ownhome & build on this lovely flat quarteracre property. Convenient walk to townlocation. $275,000.

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ST. JAMES “FAIRFIELD”. 55+ commu-nity. Absolutely diamond condition!Better than new! Enjoy the beautifulclubhouse, pools, tennis & active socialclubs. $309,000.

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A R O U N D T O W N

On August 24, 2006, the newest addition to thegreat restaurants of St. James,CAPO... AN ITALIAN BISTRO,located at the intersection ofRoute 347 and MiddleCountry Road, held theirRibbon Cutting Ceremony.Owners Bob and CarmellaGardner are happy to be apart of this great communityand look forward to seeingeveryone at their new establishment which is openfor lunch and dinner.Supervisor Patrick Vecchio,who cut the ribbon, andCouncilman Ed Wehrheim arepictured with Bob andCarmella and their lovely family.

RIBBON CUTTING...

Emrick R. Milligan, M.D.Board Certified Family Practice

F.A.A. Senior Aviation Medical ExaminerFamily Practice, Urgent Care, Occupational Medicine,

FAA, DOT, Dive and Sport Physicals

OFFICE NOW OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEKBY APPOINTMENT & FOR URGENT CARE

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

Nurse Practitioners are in Monday 8 a.m.-12 noon and Thursday 8 a.m.-12 noon

ECGs, Spirometry, Tympanometry, Audiometry, Vaccines, Immunizations, Minor Skin Surgery, Sprains and Strains

WALK-IN EMERGENCIES & URGENT CARE ALWAYS AVAILABLEPRACTICE CURRENTLY OPEN TO NEW PATIENTS

487 Lake Avenue, Saint James, New York 11780

584-6014

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LOCATED ON MAIN STREET IN THE HEART OF PORT JEFF VILLAGEOPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK • 474-5558

Educational Toy Store

AN ONLINE EDUCATIONAL PLAYGROUND FOR KIDS 5-15Teachers and parents love them, kids are crazy about them!

Each adorable $10 pet comes with a secret code that allows you to access a FREE educational website! (No software necessary!)

There’s so much to do in Webkinz world.Stop in to see Lainie – She’ll get you started!

FUN FOR 6-ADULT:Stimulating games involving

logical deduction and visual perception.

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QUALITY SKILL TOYS for 6 months-6 years

PICTURE/WORD RECOGNITIONages 4-8

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PINWHEEL STORE!

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A R O U N D T O W N

The Suffolk County ParksDepartment and the St. JamesGeneral Store will host a freequilting demonstration by theSmithtown Stitchers QuiltGuild on Saturday, September30, at the St. James GeneralStore, 516 Moriches Road, St.James from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

In addition to the demon-stration of this unique craft,the Guild will also be sellingraffle tickets for a chance to

win a beautiful recently com-pleted quilt.

The Smithtown StitchersQuilt Guild was formed in1982 to encourage awarenessand appreciation of quilting.Now with over 200 members,the guild seeks to foster thedevelopment of the skills andartistry of quiltmaking.

For additional informationcall the store at 854-3740.

Quilting Demo at the St. JamesGeneral Store

At the August 16, 2006 village trusteesmeeting, Marie Lanza Wiese, formerDeputy Mayor, was recognized byMayor Natale Tartamella for her manyyears of dedication and outstandingservice to the Village of Head of theHarbor.

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Dr. Melanie FrankBOARD CERTIFIED FAMILY PRACTICE

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A Steven Melito Concept Salon

O a s i s o f E n l i g h t e n m e n t

HAIR DESIGN • COLOUR • MAKE UP • NAILS • WAXING

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ON SAINT JAMES DAY, OCTOBER 1stCome See Why We Were Voted One Of The

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ALL DAY LONG...Steven & His International Team from

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Kid’s Cuts $10 (10 yrs. & under)

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A Steven Melito Concept Salon

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HAIR DESIGN • COLOUR • MAKE UP • NAILS • WAXING

Rated #1 Hair Team in the Country by Salon City Magazine

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A R O U N D T O W N

Cottages to Castles House & Garden Tour...Simply Fantastic

FANTASTIC! That’s the word that comes to mind todescribe the sixth annual Cottages to Castles House &Garden Tour held on Friday, September 8, 2006. Theweather, homes, guests, food, and shopping were justthat – FANTASTIC. Under the superb and capabledirection of Chairperson Arline Goldstein, the Cottagesto Castles committee, comprised of members of thefour sponsoring organizations, worked hard to presentsix fabulous properties in the Head of the Harbor,Nissequogue and St. James area, to the over 500guests who attended.

Guests visited the Kaplan residence which was com-pletely transformed from an ultra contemporary to aformal yet comfortable home with Louis XI antiqueswith the help of designer Linda DeLorenzo.

Mr. and Mrs. Shaw have created a magnificentspace for entertaining in a big way in their large con-temporary home which is complete with player pianoequipped for karaoke, a pool table, game room andhome theater. They achieved this cohesive blend ofcomfort and fun with the help of designer NatalieWeinstein. Their gardens designed by Caryn Fox arethe pride and joy of the family. continued

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“Country elegance” bestdescribes the home of Mr. andMrs. Amato, located on thewidest part of the NissequogueRiver. Visitors were in awe ofthe attention to detail of thisbeautifully restored home thatwas accomplished with the helpof designer Patti Peterson.Featured in House magazine sev-eral times, the home is completewith pool, pool house and twofountains.

The 42,000-square-foot homeof Ms. Mangano, who is featuredon the Home ShoppingNetwork, was a big hit. SwanManor, a majestic estate, hasbeen completely restored by Ms.Mangano and features an indoorpool, massage room, gym, and14 bathrooms. Once a workingbarn, the guest house at SwanManor has been completelytransformed into a vacation 4-bedroom guest cottage reminis-cent of those in East Hampton orNantucket. Guests meandered

around the grounds with its fab-ulous gardens and wood sculp-tures.

Completing the tour was thecharming St. James EpiscopalChurch which features beautifulstained glass Tiffany windows.Visitors were able to roamaround the rural cemetery filledwith tombstones and monumentsof well-known families in thearea.

This wonderful event was trulythe product of teamwork and thejoint effort of the The SmithtownHistorical Society, TheSmithtown Garden Club, TheSmithtown Township ArtsCouncil and the St. JamesChamber of Commerce.

Special thanks to the Mr. andMrs. Kaplan, Mr. and Mrs.Shaw, Mr. and Mrs. Amato, Ms.Mangano and The St. JamesEpiscopal Church for graciouslyopening their homes and gar-dens.

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A R O U N D T O W N

continued from previous pageThe Committee would also

like to thank the many volun-teers who gave their time at thehomes, gardens and atNissequogue Golf Club wherevisitors were treated to a deli-cious gourmet luncheon. Specialthanks to the St. James EpiscopalChurch who hosted theBoutiques and Visitors at MillsHall. And without the coopera-tion of the Head of the Harbor,Nissequogue and SmithtownPolice, the event would not haverun so smoothly.

Visitors to the Cottages toCastles House & Garden Tourtook home a lovelyprogram/journal... special thanksto the supporters who made thispossible.

And to the guests of the day.“You were friendly, cooperativeand respectful of our hosts’ prop-erty. For that we Thank You!”

THE COMMITTEEArline Goldstein, ChairpersonLisa Boccone • June Carlson •Ruth Garthe • Carol Hart •Diane Hatton • Elaine Holst •Carol Kane

HOSTSPRIVATE RESIDENCES:Mr. & Mrs. Kaplan • Mr. & Mrs.Shaw • Mr. & Mrs. Amato •Ms. ManganoPUBLIC PROPERTY: The St. JamesEpiscopal Church

PROGRAM SUPPORTERSSmithtown Nissan

Bella Vita City Grill • CapitalImprovements by Joseph Licata •Century 21 North End Realty •Gwen Darrie and FrankZamarelli, Century 21 North EndRealty • DeLorenzo Interiors •East End Interiors • HarborCountry Day School • NatalieWeinstein Design Associates •Power Pool Care • RelianceReal Estate & Mortgage • SivanaSalon • Smithtown Rotary ClubVickers Gallery & Framing •Villa Sorrento Restaurant &Caterers

Climbing the Walls • CrossIsland Painting and Wallpapering• Henrietta Homes & Properties• Prudential Douglas EllimanReal Estate • Tagi A. Garbizu &Associates, Architect

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Cottages to Castles House & Garden Tour...

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A R O U N D T O W N

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Allstate Insurance / Holst Agency • HitherBrook Nursery • Dave & Rowena Nedvin /Remax • Paul James Salon • R.J.K. Gardens •Rosebud Boutique • Roslyn Savings Bank •Smithtown Country Kitchen • State FarmInsurance / Lynn Barnhardt • T. Carlton’sStudio for Hair Color & Design / Spalon at T.Carlton’s

FLORAL/BALLOON Members of the Smithtown Garden Club •Hitherbrook Nursery • Capital Improvementsby Joseph Licata

BOUTIQUESCheri O’s • Designs by Floris • The FinishingTouch • Painted Memories by Rosella •Rosebud Boutique • Ruth’s Handbags •Scarfina • Vickers Gallery & Framing

SPECIAL THANKS TONatalie Weinstein for hosting the committee’smeetings.

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DeBarbieri Associates, Inc.Your Real Estate Professionals Since 1960

406 NO. COUNTRY RD.ST. JAMES, NY 11780 862-7447

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FOR A FREE MARKET ANALYSIS CALL

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MY EXCLUSIVEST. JAMES... Great starter/retirement, with room to expand onlevel 1/3 acre (75’x200’). 2 BRs, EIK, LR, bath, basement,detached garage. Walk to stores. CREDIT of $20,000 for clos-ing costs or updates. $449,000.

ROOM FOR MOMwith proper permits... ST. JAMES 4-5 BR, 2 bath Farm Ranchon level 1/2 acre. LR, EIK, DR, den, basement. CREDIT of$15,000 for closing costs or updates. $515,000.

PORT JEFFERSON VILLAGE... Diamond 2 BR Cape, 2.5baths, finished basement with level walk-out to driveway,CAC, CVAC, 2 car detached garage, .25 acre, low taxes.$10,000 Credit for closing costs. $539,900.

ST. JAMES... PROFESSIONAL LOCATION... YoungCape (1,700 sf PLUS full basement & 2 car garage), CAC,h/w floors, 4 BRs, 2.5 baths, vaulted ceiling with open floorplan, walk-in attic storage or ready to finish. Ideal for lawyer,accountant, psychologist, financial advisor... $750,000.HOLTSVILLE...

NEW... NEW... 3 BR Colonial, .25 acre, detachedgarage, Sachemschools. Ownerwants quick deal.Possible rent withoption to buy.Immediate occupancy....$409,990.

IN CONTRACT:

ST. JAMES... 3 BR, 1 bath Ranch, .25 acre... $359,000.

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RENTED:ST. JAMES... 2 BR, 1 bath Cape... $1,400 per mo.

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DeBarbieri Associates, Inc.Your Real Estate Professionals Since 1960

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Immaculate diamond cus-tom Farm Ranch. Open& airy decorator’s interi-or. Soaring ceilings,French doors galore, 2brick fireplaces, 3 BRs,2.5 baths. New MBRsuite. CAC, CVAC, IGP,IGS, 2 private acres, cul-de-sac. $1,100,000.

NISSEQUOGUE. “DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH”

Lovely quality constructed sprawling Ranch.FLR w/fireplace, FR w/tongue & grooveplanked walls, 2nd fireplace, oak & oakpegged floors, large EIK, 3 BRs, coveredporch, 2 car garage, basement, beautiful2acres on cul-de-sac street. $885,000.

COMMERCIALST. JAMES. Zoned CB. Level 1+ acre. Excel-lent exposure, high traffic road. 385 sq. ft.block bldg. + 5 greenhouses. Ideal for shop-ping center, retail or office bldg. $1,200,000.

NESCONSET. Neighborhood business. Idealuser location for service type business.Approx,. 700 sq. ft. free standing bldg. + leanto. Fenced yard. Heavily traveled busy road.Also for rent at $2400 per mo. Low taxes.

$425,000.

SMITHTOWN. Great exposure on heavilytraveled highway. 1 story, 1910 sq. ft., freestanding bldg. Lg. overhead door. Zoned CB.

$649,000.

ST. JAMES. “QUIET DEAD END STREET”Totally remodeled Cape. New EIK w/cherrycabinets, oak floors, LR w/fireplace, FDR, 5BRs, 2.5 baths. New roof & windows, heatedsunroom, decking. Private cul-de-sac.Convenient location. $499,000.

NESCONSET. “NEW CONSTRUCTION” Colonial in family neighborhood on cul-de-sac. 9’ ceilings & oak floors on 1st floor, gran-ite tops in EIK. FLR & FDR, FR w/fireplace, 4BRs, 2.5 baths, full basement, 2 car garage,CAC, Andersen thermo windows, arch. roof.Smithtown Schools. Chose your cabinetry &tile now. $729,900.

ST. JAMES. “CIRCA 1850”Head of the Harbor area, walk to town andbeach. Charming Farm Colonial features 10’ceilings, wood floors, great room w/stone fire-place, balcony, 3 BRs, 2 baths. Covered frontporch, decking, 1.5 car detached garage. Shy3/4 acre property. North of 25A. $669,000.

ST. JAMES. “RENOVATED ANTIQUE”Circa 1890. Impeccably renovated w/greatattention to original details, boasts 10’ tin ceil-ings & original wood moldings. Updatedkitchen, bath, windows, roof, heating. 27’x32’detached 2 story 2.5 car garage/barn on 3/4acre. Low taxes. $618,000.

ST. JAMES. “ST. JAMES PROPER”Custom brick Ranch withsparkling wood floors, newEIK, large DR w/tray ceil-ing, LR w/fireplace, 2 fullbaths, new thermo win-dows, full finished base-ment w/OSE, deck, gar-age, IGS, level fenced rearyear. 1/2+/- acre, desirablearea. Must see! $499,000.

HEAD OF THE HARBOR. “TOUCH OF CLASS”Diamond 4 BR, 3 bathcirca Victorian. Raisedpanels, wide moldings,sparkling HW floors, 3frplc, French doors, up-dated EIK, den w/vaultedceiling, skylites, CAC,covered front rockingchair porch, brick patio,1 acre parklike prop. withlegal guest cottage & detached garage. Must see. $799,900.

ST. JAMES. “PARKLIKE REAR YARD”Beautiful custom 5 BRColonial backing to Green-belt. New gourmet EIKw/cherry cabinets & gran-ite tops, oak floors &French doors, step downLR w/custom woodwork,FR w/fireplace IGP, deck-ing, brick patio, 2 cargarage, finished base-ment. $739,000.

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I N T H E N E W S

Buses for all trips and perform-ances depart from the WoodlawnAvenue Parking Lot at the cornerof Woodlawn and Jackson Ave-nues in St. James (unless other-wise stated). Adult ContinuingEducation reserves the right toalter time schedule, make itiner-ary changes, and/or adjust offer-ings due to unforeseen circum-stances.

Fall Foliage TripStonecrop Gardens, Cold SpringWednesday, October 18Bus departs 8 a.m.Return approx. 7 p.m.Fee: $75

After a guided walking tour ofStonecrop Gardens, enjoy a sit-down 3-course lunch at the his-torical Hudson House. Wearcomfortable shoes. Rain or shine.

“Hairspray”Wednesday, November 1MatineeBus departs 10 a.m.Return approx. 7 p.m.Fee: $91, tickets are limited

Enjoy this lively musical.

“Mamma Mia”Wednesday, November 1MatineeBus departs 10 a.m.Return approx. 7 p.m.Fee: $91, tickets are limited

The infectious music of ABBAprovides the framework for aromp through the preparations ofan unusual wedding.

Newport Mansions Holiday TourNovember 28, 2006, Ferry departs 7 a.m.Return approx. 9 p.m.Fee: $85

Take the Port Jefferson Ferry fora fabulous trip to Newport wherethe mansions are decked out intheir holiday finery. Priceincludes ferry, tour guide, twomansions and lunch at La ForgeRestaurant.

A Day In New York CityWednesday, December 6Bus departs 9 a.m.Return approx. 7 p.m.Fee: $30

A day in New York City to dowhatever strikes your fancy –shop, see the sites, visitRockefeller Plaza, enjoy the light-ed Christmas tree and other fes-tive decorations... Three drop offspots: Broadway and 34th, 47thStreet, and 57th Street. One pick-up spot will be designed by busoperator at 5 p.m. Must have 30people registered.

Special Events and Day Trips from the Smithtown Continuing Education Department

RESERVE NOW FOR FALL 2006

CALL THE ADULTCONTINUING EDUCATION

OFFICE AT 382-2090

ST. JAMES

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584-5798

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SHOP HOURS: M-F. 8 AM-5:30 PM, SAT 8-5

NORTH COUNTRYDRY CLEANERS

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Full Service Cleaners from Laundry to LeathersExpert Leather Cleaning

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Formal Wear • Leather & Suede • CoatsDraperies • Bedspreads • Etc.

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I N T H E N E W S

Smithtown Central SchoolDistrict’s Adult Basic EducationCenter is offering FREE day andevening classes at the NYAAnnex Joseph M. Barton DistrictBuilding, 26 New York Avenue inSmithtown.

The program consists ofEnglish as a Second Language

(ESL), High School Equivalency(HSE), Citizenship, SeniorCitizen Basic Computer classes,Computer Assisted Literacy class-es, and Career Counseling.

Registration for ALL STUDENTS

will be held on September 18,19, 20, 21, Monday throughThursday, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

(days); and 7-9 p.m. (evenings).Smithtown residency is notrequired, classes are open to allSuffolk County residents. Call382-2181 for further informationor go to their website atwww.smithtown.k12.ny.us

FREE Adult Ed Classes – All Are Welcome

The Four Harbors AudubonSociety is hosting regular birdwalks in Avalon Preserve in StonyBrook on the second Saturday ofevery month. Meet at theentrance gate to Avalon board-walk across from the Grist Mill at8 a.m. The walks should lastabout one and a half to twohours. The places to be visitedwill depend on the season andwill include all areas of Avalon

Preserve, the East Farm portion,and Stony Brook Estuary andHarbor.

Come and see the beautifulnative and migratory birds as theyfeed, breed and vacation in beau-tiful Avalon Preserve.

Walks will be held on the fol-lowing Saturdays: October 14,November 11, December 9.

For additional informationabout Audubon, visit their web-site at: www.audubon.org andfollow links to New York chaptersfor local events.

Bird Walks in Avalon Preserve

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OPEN SUNDAY

10 AM-3 PM

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968-4110

Bohemia1575 Lakeland Ave.

244-8077

Commack120 Veterans Hwy.

(Inside King Kullen)

543-5781

Lindenhurst155 E. Sunrise Hwy.

884-0313

North Babylon1365 Deer Park Ave.

586-8027

Bridgehampton2101 Montauk Hwy.

537-5138

Selden307 Middle Country Rd.

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696-7915

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(Inside Stop & Shop)

321-3888

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Congratulationsto the winners of

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A R T S & E N T E R T A I N M E N T

The Smithtown Performing ArtsCenter, located at 2 East MainStreet in Smithtown, brings profes-sional live entertainment to ourbackyard at affordable prices.

Ticket prices range from $16-$28, group rates available. Call thebox office at 724-3700 for reserva-tions.

Arsenic and Old LaceSeptember 23 - October 15

A man learns that his kindly oldaunts and his sinister brother areall serial killers, and tries to sort itout fast so he can go on his honey-moon. Brilliant comedy like they

could only make it in the old days.Tickets: $22-$26

PERFORMANCE TIMES/PRICES: Thursdays at 2 p.m., $24

Thursdays at 8 p.m., $16

Fridays, 8 p.m., $28

Saturdays, 8 p.m., $28

Sundays, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m., $24.

Opening and closing night per-formances are on Saturday at 8:30p.m. and Sunday at 7:30 p.m.,$28 and include a post perform-ance reception with the cast.

Subscription plans available at

substantial savings. Call the boxoffice at 724-3700 more informa-tion.

Become a member and savewith additional benefits. Annualmembership is $75 and a lifetimemembership is $300. Benefitsinclude additional 10% discounton the purchase of tickets to anyperformance or subscription pack-age, preferred status for seating,20% discount on program advertis-ing, listing on members page inprogram and newsletter, discountsfor rental of the facility for person-al or business use, and muchmore.

On Stage at Smithtown Performing Arts Center

The Suffolk County Parks Department and the St.James General Store will host a free demonstration onthe use of watercolors in miniature masterpiece copiesby local artist and teacher, Louise Scutiero, on Sunday,October 15, at the St. James General Store, 516

Moriches Road, St. James from 12 noon to 4 p.m.Participants can observe Louise as she recreates the

works of the masters in miniature form with the use ofwatercolors.

For additional information call the store at 854-3740.

Watercolor Demo at the St. James General Store

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430-16 North Country Road, St. JamesIN THE COLONIAL SHOPPING CENTER

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by Lisa Boccone

1. Are you looking for art tohang in a particular place?

If so be sure to measure thatspace. If possible, a snapshot ofthe area would be very helpfulwhen you work with gallerystaff.

2. Ask questions.Any reputable art dealer

should “know their stuff” and behappy to share information withyou. Ask about the artist and themedia. Is it a reproduction or anoriginal? Ask them to explainhow the art was made.

3. What style should you buy?Which artist?

Buy what you like. Unlessyou are a collector developing abody of work, your choicesshould be based on what youwill enjoy.

4. Having trouble with yourdecisions? Can’t quite picturethe piece in your space?

Ask if you can take it homeon approval. This may have lim-itations due to the value andyou’ll probably have to pay for itwith the understanding you mayreturn it in a couple of days.

5. When pricing, compareapples to apples.

Artwork may look similar, butmay actually be different mediacreated in a different way that

affects the value, longevity, etc.If you are looking at art onlineremember the colors will be dif-ferent in real life. Monitors andscanners cannot faithfully dupli-cate the original. Sizes may alsodiffer. They may be listed by thesize of the image, by the paper itis printed on or the outside sizeof the frame.

6. Learn about types of art. Books, gallery walks, and

museum visits and tours willexpose you to many forms of art.Go out and see “the real thing.”Art fairs are a great place to talkto artists about what they do andhow they create the work.

Editor’s Note:Lisa Boccone is co-owner with DianeHatton of Vicker’s Gallery and Framinglocated at 464 North Country Road in St.James, 862-8550. Call or stop in withany questions are art and framing.

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464 Rte. 25A, St. James, NY 11780 � 631-862-8550 � www.vickersgallery.com

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There’s always something hap-pening at the Staller Center,University at Stony Brook. Thefollowing programs are beingoffered for your enjoyment. BoxOffice hours are 12 noon to 6p.m., Monday through Saturdayand 1-hour before ticketed per-formances. For tickets and infor-mation, call the Box Office at632-ARTS (2787). Tickets canalso be purchased 24 hours a dayat www.STALLERCENTER.COM.

The University Art Galleryhours are 12 noon to 4 p.m.,Tuesday through Friday and 7-9p.m. on Saturday. For furtherinformation about Art Galleryshows call 632-7240.

The Department of Music fea-tures numerous performancesthroughout the year with over150 FREE recitals. For furtherinformation call the music depart-ment at 632-7330.

Upcoming events at StallerCenter at SUNY Stony Brook:

Music on an Autumn NightWed., September 27, 3 p.m.Recital Hall, $32Classical concert.

Audra McDonaldSaturday, September 30, 8 p.m. Main Stage, $40Tony Award winner in anevening of popular song.

Emerson String QuartetFriday, October 6, 8 p.m.Recital Hall, $402006 Grammy winner - chambermusic concert.

Broadway: The Star SpangledCelebrationSaturday, October 14, 8 p.m.Main Stage, $40A salute to Broadway’s greatestshows.

Philadanco Dance CompanySaturday, October 21, 8 p.m.Main Stage, $32The Philadelphia DanceCompany performing an eveningof high energy dance.

Anoushka ShankarFriday, October 27, 8 p.m.Recital Hall, $36An evening of exotic music per-formed on a variety of acousticand electronic instruments.

Bo Diddley and FriendsSaturday, October 28, 8 p.m.Main Stage, $36Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, cele-brates his 50 years in musicalong with Alvin YoungbloodHart and Ruthie Foster.

LeahySunday, November 5, 7 p.m. Main Stage, $32Fiddle-driven music, electrifyingstep dancing and songs inspiredby pop, country and Celtic roots.

Emerson String QuartetWed., November 8, 8 p.m. Recital Hall, $40Classical concert.

Jane Monheit and her QuartetSaturday, November 11, 8 p.m. Recital Hall, $36Renaissance/Jazz

Russian Kids Circus on StageNot Just For KidsSunday, November 121 p.m., 4 p.m. Main Stage, $10Amazing kids perform daring

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On Stage at Staller Center...

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feats that will delight “children”of all ages.

American Brass QuintetFriday, November 17, 8 p.m. Recital Hall, $32Renaissance and Baroque mas-terpieces will be performed.

Parsons Dance CompanySaturday, November 18, 8 p.m. Main Stage, $36Athleticism, exuberant personali-ty, and joyous movement makeup this modern dance company.

A Thousand and One NightsState Ballet of Russia with FullSymphony OrchestraSat., January 27, 2007, 8 p.m. Main Stage, $40The Arabian Nights come to lifewith dancing accompanied by afull symphony orchestra.

New Century SaxophoneQuartetSunday, January 28, 3 p.m.Recital Hall, $32Free Pre-Concert lecture, 2 p.m. The group extends the bound-aries of chamber music with anexciting repertoire.

AliceKennedy Center on TourNot Just For KidsSunday, February 4, 2 p.m. Main Stage, $10Recommended for ages 5 andolder. Adapted from the book byWhoopi Goldberg - a 1-hourplay with music.

Emerson String QuartetTuesday, February 6, 8 p.m.Recital Hall, $40Classical concert.

Chick CoreaSaturday, February 10, 8 p.m.Recital Hall, $40Renaissance/Jazz with 12-timeGrammy winner.

Classical SavionSunday, February 11, 7 p.m.Main Stage, $40 A master tap dancer, SavionGlover brings his personal artis-tic signature to the stage.

Turandot by Giacomo PucciniBulgarian State OperaSaturday, February 17, 8 p.m.Main Stage, $40 A fully-staged opera sung inItalian with projected supertitlesand live orchestra.

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Tormé Sings TorméSunday, February 18, 3 p.m .Recital Hall, $36A big band tribute to the life andmusic of the legendary jazzsinger, Mel Tormé, by his sonSteve March Tormé.

Cirque Eloize - RainSaturday, March 3, 8 p.m.Sunday, March 4, 3 p.m. Main Stage, $36Original acrobatic acts arewoven into a magical circus.

A Special Evening with Whoopi GoldbergSaturday, March 10, 8 p.m.Main Stage, $75Whoopi - up close and personalSpecial post performance StallerCenter Benefit Party following

performance – call 632-7469 forparty tickets.

Maria Schneider Jazz OrchestraSaturday, March 17, 8 p.m.Recital Hall, $36Renaissance/Jazz17-member group playing jazzwith classical and world-musicinfluences.

Swan LakeMoscow Festival BalletSunday, March 18, 7 p.m.Main Stage, $36Glorious music and choreogra-phy.

Gil Shaham and FriendsBrahms Chamber ProjectWednesday, March 21, 8 p.m.Recital Hall, $40Romantic music performed bygreat musicians.

Hungarian State Folk EnsembleSunday, March 25, 7 p.m.Main Stage, $36Authentic Hungarian folk musicand dance.

Turtle Island Young People’s ConcertNot Just For KidsSaturday, April 14, 3 p.m.Recital Hall, $10An engaging one-hour programfor younger audiences (K-6).Audience participation.

Turtle Island String QuartetMusic of John ColtraneSaturday, April 14 , 8 p.m.Recital Hall, $32Renaissance/Jazz. Not to bemissed.

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The Smithtown Township ArtsCouncil will present a Katie’sPuppets Performance of Mr.Mouse and the RunawayPumpkin on Saturday, October28. There will be two perform-ances, one at 11 a.m. and one at1 p.m. at the Mills Pond House,660 Route 25A in St. James.Tickets are $8 per person, $7STAC members. This program isgeared for children Pre-K throughthird grade.

The Halloween pumpkin hasdisappeared from the garden. Thechildren will join Mr. Mouse ashe tries to get the pumpkin backin time for Halloween. Each childwill make a puppet to take home.

Reservations are limited to 45per performance and are accept-ed on a first-come, first-servedbasis upon receipt of payment.General admission tickets will be

held for you at the door. Norefunds.

Send your name, address andphone number, (note 11 a.m. or1 p.m.) with your check for $8each to: SmithtownTownship Arts Council,660 Route 25A,St. James, NY11780.

For additional information,please call STAC at 862-6575.

Children’s Program: Mr. Mouse and the Runaway Pumpkin

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Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International RealtySt. James Office • 631.584.6600499 Lake Avenue, St. James, NY 11780Email: [email protected]

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ST. JAMES - 3/4 ACREGreat price for large 5 BR Colonial. House &Garden backyard with covered Trex deck &IGP. Amenities include hardwood floors, formal living room/fpl, EIK with great room,den. SD #1. $575,000.

ST. JAMES - MOVE RIGHT INCustom 4 BR, 2.5 bath center hall Colonial.New EIK with cherry cabinets, family roomwith gas fpl, 6 skylights, full finished base-ment, huge fenced backyard w/deck and IGS. 2 car garage. $665,000.

NISSEQUOGUE - PRIVATE BEACH COMMUNITYTucked away on a private cul-de-sac, thissprawling Ranch is waiting for your personaltouch. Situated on 2 acres of useable propertyit has gracious formal rooms, dual fpl, CAC,IGP. Walk to Long Island Sound. Deededbeach rights. Private location in family neighborhood. SD#1. $959,000.

ST. JAMES - CLOSE TO ALLNicely landscaped 4 BR Colonial on flat halfacre of property. Large living room, diningroom, eat-in-kitchen, wood floors, full base-ment & IGS. Walk to Long Island Railroad &shopping. SD #1. $529,000.

ROCKY POINT - LIKE NEWQuality construction! Beautiful 4 BR, 2 bathColonial. Amenities include master BR withtray ceiling and 2 walk-in closets, EIK withoak cabinets, Andersen windows, 200 ampservice, vinyl siding, French doors to lovelyyard. Blocks to beach. $439,000.

OLD FIELD - NEW CONSTRUCTIONElegant & classic details fill this 4,400 sf 4/5BR, 3.5 bath custom Colonial on 2 primeacres. Luxurious amenities incl. 2 story entry,moldings, Brazilian cherry h/w flrs, 2 fpls,gourmet EIK, spac. principal rms, radiant heat-ed flrs, heated 3 car gar./bonus space, second-ary 2 car garage. Level prop. ideal setting forpool, tennis/entertaining, SD #1. $1,875,000.

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ST. JAMES - WALK TO TOWNLarger than you can imagine, this 4 BR FarmRanch is full of charm including sunny greatroom w/built in bookshelves, inviting enclosedsun porch and wood floors throughout. Itsupdated include siding, arch. roof, hot waterheating system. $499,000.

FORT SALONGA - AMAZING VALUESpacious 5 BR, 2.5 bath center hall Colonialbeautifully situated on 1 acre of property. Frontto back LR, den with full wall brick fpl, woodfloors throughout, full basement, 2 car garage.Close to beach, golf course & parkways. SD #5. $459,000.

ST. JAMES - FAIRFIELD 55+ COMMUNITYBeautiful atrium. Open spacious great roomwith high ceilings, 2 BR, 2 bath “JuniperModel.” CAC, very young appliances, newhot water heater. Amenities to Fairfield areindoor & outdoor pools, tennis, clubhouse &bus service. SD #1. $405,000.

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E D U C A T I O N A L E N T E R T A I N M E N T

The Smithtown Library offers avariety of programs during theupcoming weeks and months.The Main Branch, is located at 1North Country Road, Smithtown,265-2072. The Nesconset Branchis located at 127-20 SmithtownBlvd., Nesconset, 265-3994. TheCommack Branch is located at 3Indian Head Road, Commack,543-0998. The Kings Park Branchis located at 1 Church Street,Kings Park, 269-9191. Call forLibrary hours.

You may register at the abovephone numbers for all programs.

BUS TRIPS

LIRR TO NEW YORK CITYSaturdays: October 14, November 18,December 9Depart 9 a.m. Smithtown RR Station

For all ages, kids 5 and under ridefree

Enjoy a day in New York Cityon your own. Travel as a groupon the LIRR departing theSmithtown Railroad Station onthe 9 a.m. train and return onyour own, any time that sameday. You must pre-register andpay at the main building’sCirculation Desk. Fee: $8,roundtrip ticket, NO REFUNDS.

FRIENDS MONTAUK FALLGETAWAY AT THE WAVECREST

OCEANFRONT RESORTSunday and MondayOctober 15-16 (2 days, 1 night)Check-in: 2 p.m. on Sunday, 10/15

The Wavecrest is locateddirectly on the ocean with 400’ ofocean beach and an indoor, heat-ed pool. Your weekend getawayincludes lodging, complete din-

ner and breakfast for two atchoice of local restaurant. Spacelimited, register early, first-come,first-serve. Fee: $139 per couple,friends members; $144 per cou-ple, non-members. NO RE-FUNDS.

FRIENDS TOUR AT THEMETROPOLITAN

MUSEUM OF ART AND INSIDE CNN STUDIO TOUR

Tuesday, October 24Depart 8 a.m. Smithtown parkinglot

Museum: A 3-hour tour of theMetropolitan Museum of Art withart historian and teacher VesnaMison. Lunch: On your own -three dining options at theMuseum. Ample time to browseand shop. CNN Studio Tour: Anup-close, in-depth view of roundthe clock global news coverage


Programs Offered at the Library

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continue to be committed to health maintenance for you and your familyfrom the adolescent years through adulthood with their Nurse Practitioners

Clare Farrell, FNP-C & Christine Aiello, ANP-CComprehensive and personalized care is always available.

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Nissequogue. $1,725,000.This classical colonial features a 2.8acre site, open floor plan with largerooms, vaulted ceilings, 5 bedrooms,3.5 baths, full basement w/ose & 3car garage.

Head of the Harbor. $1,349,000.Be prepared to be impressed withthis exciting home boasting a stun-ning kitchen, exquisite baths & fanta-sy backyard. Owner will negotiatewith ready buyer.

Head of the Harbor. $959,000.This expansive ranch is set on apark-like 2 acre parcel and includes agunite pool, vaulted family room, ele-gant living room, dining room & spa-cious kitchen.

Head of the Harbor. $2,400,000.Be prepared to be impressed! Thisbreathtaking colonial features agunite pool, magnificent cabana, ten-nis court, 2 acres, extraordinary inte-rior & finished basement.

St. James. $949,000This exquisite colonial, unsurpassedin quality, has been outrageouslyrecreated on a beautiful acre lot.Four bedrooms, 3.5 baths.Experience the best!

Nissequogue. $1,199,000.Tucked in a beach community is thisgorgeous 4 bedroom home with acontemporary flair boasting views ofStonybrook Harbor and the sandybeaches of L.I. Sound.

St. James. $949,000Wonderful colonial to be built on a1/2 acre lot with brick front, 5 bed-rooms, 2.5 baths, Andersen win-dows, h/w floors, f/p, vaulted foyer,full basement & 2 car garage.

St. James. $959,000.New hunter model with stone & stuc-co front, dramatic two-story foyer,large master suite, f/p, granite coun-tertops, h/w floors and more.

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continued from page 48in the making. After the tour youwill have free time for shoppingat the various shops includingWhole Foods. Fee: $57, mem-bers; $62, non-members. Registerbefore October 1. NO REFUNDS.

A NIGHT AT THE OPERAOperas will be shown on the

second Wednesday of every othermonth. Call to register.

EVENING MOVIES AT THELIBRARY

Come to the Nesconset branchof the Library at 6:30 p.m. for thescreening a new movie eachmonth. Call for dates and times.

AFTERNOON MOVIES AT THE LIBRARY

The Smithtown and Nesconsetbranches of the Library willscreen a popular movie each

month. Call the library for dates,times and titles. Register for thisprogram.

FOOD FOR LIFE COOKING CLASSES

Food for Life and Nutrition andCooking class for cancer preven-tion and survival will be held atthe Nesconset branch of theLibrary on Thursdays from 6:30to 8 p.m.September 21:Flavoring FiberSeptember 28:Discovering Dairy AlternativesOctober 5:Replacing MeatOctober 12:Planning Healthy MealsOctober 19:Antioxidants and PhytochemicalsOctober 26:Immune Boosting FoodsNovember 2:

Maintaining a Healthy Weight

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMSRegister in person or by phone

for all Children’s Programs:Smithtown265-2072, ext. 248.Nesconset265-3994

Call the library for dates andtimes and age restrictions for ALLprograms.

Visit the Library website atwww.smithlib.org for a completeprogram listing and additionaldetails or go to the library andpick up a program flyer.

For School Age ChildrenA variety of literature-based pro-grams which include a widerange of activities are offeredthroughout the school year. Eachchildren’s department provides



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continued from page 50specialized programs, unique toeach branch. Contact your localchildren’s librarian for details orvisit the library website atwww.smithlib.org.

Mommy and MeSMITHTOWN (2 years)Call for times & datesNESCONSET (18-35 months)Call for times & datesA special time for child and par-ent/caregiver that incudes freeplay and a circle time with sto-ries, songs and finger plays.

Mother Goose RhymetimeNESCONSET (birth-24 months)Call for times & datesSMITHTOWN (birth-35 months)Call for times & datesA children's librarian leads youand your child in reciting, singingand reading Mother Goose

rhymes, which are the corner-stones of literature and culturalheritage.

Pajama StorytimeNESCONSET (3-7 years)Call for times & datesSMITHTOWN (3-6 years)Call for times & dates

An evening for child and par-ent/caregiver that includes sto-ries, finger plays and simplesongs. Wear your pajamas if youlike.

Three Year Old Story TimeSMITHTOWN (3 years)Call for times & datesStories, songs and finger playswith parent/caregiver.

Craft Fun for 3-5 Year OldsSMITHTOWN (3-5 years)Call for times & datesPreschool craft program with

parent/caregiver.

Stories and SnacksSMITHTOWN (Entering grades 1-3)Call for times & datesChildren will listen to a story andhave a snack.

ONGOING ADULT PROGRAMS

COMPUTER CLASSES The Smithtown Library is cur-

rently offering computer coursesat the Main Building that willhelp you learn how to use yourcomputer. Registration is in per-son and required. Call for sched-ule and fees.

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continued from page 52The Smithtown Library on thesecond Wednesday of eachmonth from 10:15 a.m. to 12:15p.m. Information and answers toquestions concerning hyperten-sion, heart disease and nutritionwill be addressed.

No appointment is needed. Forfurther information, call 265-2072, ext. 208.

FREE INDIVIDUAL HEALTH INSURANCE

COUNSELING FOR SENIORSThe main branch of the Smith-

town Library, in conjunction withthe Retired Senior VolunteerProgram, will give free individualhealth insurance counseling forseniors on the 2nd and 4thWednesday of each month. Callfor dates and times.

Appointments are necessary.Call 265-2072 ext. 208 to set upan appointment. Some topicscovered will be: Medicare bene-fits and claims problems,Medigap insurance, long termcare options, Medicare HMO’sand Medicaid eligibility.

ADULT WRITERS’ GROUPThis series is the perfect oppor-

tunity for anyone who has theburning desire to write, but hastrouble getting started or wouldlike to receive constructive feed-back from fellow writers. Thegroup is scheduled to meet thefirst Tuesday of every month.Compare ideas on writing as wellas give and receive advice, whilehaving fun in the process. Call fordates and times.

BOOK DISCUSSION GROUPMeets on Thursday mornings at

10:15 a.m. at the SmithtownBranch. Call for dates and addi-tional info.

Meets on Tuesdays at theNesconset Branch. Call times andadditional info.

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continuedwelcome. Children under 14must be accompanied by anadult. You will meet every otherTuesday at the Main Branch of theSmithtown Library from 6:30 to8:30 p.m. Call for additionaldates. Register for this program.

CROCHET & KNITTING CLUBThe Main Branch of the

Smithtown Library will hold itsCrochet Club, which will meettwice a month on Mondays from7 to 8:30 p.m. Continue to workon your current project or trysomething new. Bring your yarnand hooks and be prepared tocrochet away! Beginners wel-come. Call for dates. Please regis-ter for this program by calling265-2072, ext. 208.

CROCHET & KNITTINGIn this monthly series, you will

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QUILT AT THE LIBRARYIn this monthly series you can

share and learn about quilting.The group meets the first Saturdayof the month at the main branchfrom 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 8.Call for additional dates. Pleaseregister for this program by call-ing 265-2072, ext. 208.

DEFENSIVE DRIVING CLASSESThe Smithtown Library offers

two Defensive Driving classes inconjunction with the New YorkState Safety Program. After thesuccessful completion of thiscourse, attendees may receive adiscount on their automobileinsurance and point deductionfrom existing violations on theirdriver’s licenses.

There is a fee of $35 (check ormoney order only) which is non-refundable. Licensed drivers of allages are eligible to participate in

this course. Call for dates andtimes.

An AARP Defensive Drivingclass will be held at both theSmithtown and Nesconsetbranches of the library. There is afee of $10 (check or money orderonly) which is non-refundable for

drivers 50+ years. Call for datesand times.

Register at the CirculationDesk of the Main Building of theSmithtown Library. Space is verylimited, registration is on a first-come first-served basis. Call fordates and times.


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The Environmental Centers ofSetauket-Smithtown will hold thefollowing programs at theSweetbriar Nature Center, 62Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtownunless otherwise noted. Pre-reg-istration is required for ALL PRO-GRAMS. Call 979-6344, week-days, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 12 noonto 4 p.m. on weekends. Checkout their website at www.sweet-briarnc.org.

The Preserve is open every dayfrom 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

FAMILY PROGRAMS

Visit the Butterfly HouseCome visit Long Island’s only

fully enclosed butterfly house atSweetbriar Nature Center. Seehundreds of beautiful wingedwonders flying free throughoutthe butterfly enclosure. Take aleisurely stroll through the beauti-ful gardens, learn about butter-flies, their habitat, and view but-terflies up close in various stagesof their life cycle. BlackSwallowtails, Buckeyes,Spicebush Swallowtails are justsome of the many species that

can be seen at any given time.The Butterfly House hours are

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily Junethrough September. $3/adults,$2/seniors and children.

WALK AND TALK SERIES FORADULTS AND FAMILIES

The Walk and Talk Series con-tinues with talks on Thursdaynights at the Smithtown Library.Call 265-2072 to register for thetalks. The walks will follow onSaturday at Sweetbriar NatureCenter. Call Sweetbriar at 979-6344 to register for the walks.Senior discounts available.

AstronomyTalk: Thurs., Sept. 28, 7 p.m.

Naturalist Alan Russo will givean introduction to the fall skies. Walk: Sat., Sept. 30, 7:30-9:30

p.m.Visit Sweetbriar for an evening

of sky watching to see the con-stellations, planets and othercelestial bodies.Ages: Families with children 7

and upFee: $6/per person walk only

Southward BoundTalk: Thurs., Oct. 12, 7-9 p.m.

Come to Sweetbriar for anevening of stories, slides and filmand discover the wonders ofmigration. Walk: Sat., Oct. 14,

9 a.m.-12 noonFollow with a bird walk at the

nature center and beyond to seesome of the southward bound fly-ers. Be prepared to caravan toanother site.Ages: Families with children 11

years and upFee: $6/per person walk only

WolvesTalk: Thurs., Nov. 9, 7 p.m.

Participants will gain knowl-edge about wolves and see ashort video and get a close uplook at some museum items.Walk: Sat., Nov. 11, 1-2:30 p.m.

Participants will look for signsof local wildlife, like tracks, scat,and fur, as they explore the pre-serve.Ages: Families with children 7

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Programs at Environmental Centers of Setauket- Smithtown

Animal LoversNeeded

Right in your backyard is a beau-tiful 55-acre woodland preserveadjacent to the NissequogueRiver. Sweetbriar Nature Center isa not-for-profit organization whosemission is to provide nature edu-cation and wildlife rehabilitationto local residents.

They are presently looking forvolunteers with a love of natureand wildlife to help take care oftheir resident animals. Winter is atough time for their small staff andany help would be greatly appre-ciated.

For more information or toinquire about volunteering callEric Young, program director at979-6344, ext. 102.

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WALK-A-THONSaturday, October 149 a.m.-12 noonAll Ages Welcome

This fundraising event, whereeach person has a pledge sheet,will have activities and wildlifepresentations set up fro the enjoy-ment and education of the partic-ipants that walk. Call for info andapplications.

FALL FESTIVAL AND CONCERT

Saturday, October 14, 1-5 p.m.All Ages WelcomeFee: $5/per person

Enjoy the fall beauty, entertain-ment, a trick or treat treasurehunt and meet some residentwildlife. Food and refreshmentswill be available. Fun for thewhole family

HALLOWEEN SPOOK-TACULAR

Friday, October 20Saturday, October 21Time: 7-9:30 p.m.Ages: FamiliesFee: $5/per person

There is something eerie brew-ing at the nature center. Allghoulies and ghosties are in for afrightfully fun evening. Meet

some not so scary critters, createa creepy craft and listen to somestories. Younger children ages 4-8will walk along The Creatures ofthe Night Trail, and older kidswill hike The Trail to an EerieTale. Refreshments will be served.Please bring a flashlight. OnFriday evening there will be aspecial appearance by children’sentertainer Johnny Cuomo.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

Honey “Bee” MineSunday, Sept. 24, 1-2:15 p.m.Ages: 4-6 yearsFee: $5/child, members

$7/child, non-membersLearn the inner workings of a

bee hive. View an observationhive, embark on a treasure huntwhere the treasure is honey, andof course get a taste of honey.Please call to reserve.

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H O M E & G A R D E N

by Natalie Weinstein, Allied ASID

September is back to school,back to work, back to routines,changing of the seasons and theperfect time to plan your deco-rating project. Save these tips forgetting you started at any time,but know that fall is the mostproductive time to begin bothlong and short term projects.

• If you are considering renova-tions such as kitchen, bath orany construction, and youhave not begun, don’t expectto be finished for this holidayseason. Get started, but aimfor spring completion so youcan prepare appropriately.

• Whether you’re planning to“do it yourself” or hire profes-sionals, make a realisticschedule for your project, andthen add for contingencies.Make sure all contractedsources put in writing theexpected time frame for com-pletion or delivery.

• Start with a floor plan. Lay outthe space and get professionalhelp for this phase, if youneed it. It could make all thedifference in the end resultand save you money in costlymistakes.

• Establish realistic budgetparameters and if it’s a bigproject, explore avenues forfinancing. Remember howmuch new kitchens and bathsappreciate the value of yourhome as well as improve yourlifestyle.

• Interview contractors andsources and shop for itemsneeded, but be flexible(remember the cheapest pricemay not be the best).Experienced professionals canoffer alternatives you might nothave considered. (The ClubSource Directory can be yourbest friend! )

• If you clean upthe clutter,throw out stuffand organizeyour spacebefore youbegin, you willhave less to dowhen the proj-ect is complet-ed. (If there’s adumpster onsite, use it!)

• When decorat-ing publicspaces, (livingroom, diningroom, den &foyer) start witharea rugs to helpyou define space,pattern, color andcreate a new look,even if your keep-ing “oldies butgoodies.”

• When decorating bedrooms,start with the bedding (oftensold with coordinatingdraperies) to establish wall andcarpet color. Try to stay mono-chromatic (1 color family) onwalls and floors should youdecide to change from wintervelvet to summer patchwork.New furniture may or may notbe in the plan, but make sureyour new purchase can standthe test of time.

• When decorating rooms forkids, remember they grow andtheir room should grow withthem. Make major purchasescarefully and with an eye totomorrow. With new homes, Ilike to decorate kids roomsfirst to settle, focus and givethem a good self-image andsense of confidence.

• Leave money for extras,upgrades and accessories. Ifyou budget too close to your

top limit, you maylater regret not tak-ing a worthwhileoption.

• Don’t be animpulse shopper.Choose carefully

• since what’s “in”today may be“out” tomorrow. If you wantto be a little funky, do it withaccessories that can be easilyor inexpensively changed ifyou grow tired of them.

• Enjoy the process of decorat-ing. It really can be fun,enriching and satisfying. You’llbe less stressed with a planand you have the years aheadto reap the rewards of yourefforts.

Editor’s Note: Natalie Weinstein is president ofNatalie Weinstein Design Associatesand the Natalie Weinstein HomeDecorating Club with over 15,000members on Long Island. If youhave a design question or wouldlike to become a free member, call 631-862-6198, visit www.nataliesclub.com or [email protected] can also join through visitingwww.longislandpress.com/natalie.

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by Carol GibbonsI was upstate New York this past

weekend visiting my parents andthe air is cooler and the leaves areturning color. Already. I’m notready for it, I never am. But thensomething happens and I getcaught up in the magic of thecolor. Looking out over a mani-cured lawn and seeing reds, yel-lows, and orange splashes likeconfetti, I feel called out into theparty atmosphere to take a closerlook.

It’s always exciting to me tobend down and make my first leafselection for the season. In searchof the perfect leaf, not broken,with blending colors like a singlecandle flame. Or maybe a pureyellow one, or one with freckles.Or the last green one. Each oneseems special. I love the texture,soft and supple, because it was

released from its branchesmoments ago. But when I bring itindoors how quickly it looses itsluster, with raised veins like thehands of an old woman, andsometimes curling up and turningbrown overnight. Oh, the bittersweet romance of autumn, thewinding down of another year. Isleaf collecting my way of trying tohold onto something or am I justan avid collector. Bound anddetermined to collect just aboutanything.

I can remember collectingleaves as a child and my motherpressing the leaves between waxpaper with her Iron. The waxpaper would be fused togethertrapping the leaf, then we wouldcut close to the leaf following theshape, careful to leave a 1/2“ waxpaper border. Then we wouldstring them up and hang them in

the big picture window of thehouse. “Bringing fall indoors” mymom would say. Maybe she wascaught up in the magic as well.Most people say that they hatechange, and I think autumn isabout change. I think it is nature’sway of celebrating it and letting usknow it’s not only OK, it’s great –embrace it. Similar to a forth ofJuly fireworks show completingthe holiday, autumn is a last“Hurrah” of our yearly efforts andaccomplishments. So let’s trade inour slice of fruit pie for a mug ofcider and hunker down, and enjoythe show.

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by Jim WinterThe hurricane has moved on

and now you’re faced with dam-ages from the storm and wonder-ing where to start. Personal safetyis paramount. Homeowners withdamaged property should makesure it is safe to re-enter theirproperty before attempting toassess damage.

As soon as possible, contactyour agent or insurance companyto report a claim. This informa-tion will be passed on to claimsadjusters. If you cannot remain atthe premises, make sure yourinsurance representative knowshow and where to reach you.

Tips for auto damage:• Take steps to prevent further

damage. • If your engine was under water,

do not start the vehicle. If yourvehicle was flooded, take stepsto extract the water and startthe drying process.

• Have your vehicle title and reg-istration available when meet-ing with your agent or claimrepresentative.

• If necessary, have the vehicletowed or make temporaryrepairs, saving all receipts.Provide the name, phone num-ber and location of the towingfacility and give the towingfacility permission for yourinsurance representative tomove the vehicle to a centralfacility.

Tips for homeowners:• Begin to make temporary

repairs to prevent further dam-age to your home or property.Keep a record of time spent andall receipts for work done onyour property.

• Take pictures of the damagedproperty. Keep notes and useinventory lists to help adjustersassess the damages.

• Remove tree debris from thestructure and place it on theground.

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by Rita ClousSo your house has been on the

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How long is too long? In aslower market, a sales period ofsix months or more isn’t unusual.Recent sales data in our commu-nity show the average days onmarket it increasing dramaticallyfrom last year at this time.

In summer, the market slows toa crawl, followed by a second“peak season” from September toThanksgiving, so take heart andtake action to put your house intop form. Here are some tips todo so. • Videotape your house, inside

and out, and watch the tape asif you were a prospectivebuyer. Is your home unclut-

tered and spotlessly scrubbed?Sparkling-clean houses sellfaster than those that look “toolived-in” or show too much ofthe owner’s personality. (Trans-lation: De-clutter!) Look at thelawn and gardens too. Are theymanicured and welcoming?

• Neutralize your color scheme.Most buyers prefer pale, neutralcolors that make it easier toimagine a new home as theirown. Houses with white exteri-ors are the highest sellers; forinteriors, try off-whites or paletones.

• Take another look at yourprice. Review a current CMAwith your realtor and visit openhouses in your neighborhood.Are similar homes pricedlower? Selling prices may havedropped since your marketanalysis. If you do lower yourasking price, consider a figureslightly below those of othercomparable homes if you wantto be the one Sold.

• Be away from your home dur-

ing showings and open houses.The presence of sellers makes itdifficult for prospective buyersto take their time or talk open-ly with their partner and agent.It’s OK to leave some treats outto make potential buyers morecomfortable and cause them tolinger in the home: beverages,nuts, cookies – something thatis not too messy.

• Get feedback from agents whohave shown your home. Theyand their buyers’ input canguide you in making homerepairs, toning down yourdécor, making landscapingimprovements and the like.

• You can offer perks to buyers toattract interest in your home vs.another one. There are a vari-ety of financing perks that canbe less costly for you than low-ering your price. Speak to yourrealtor or a mortgage lender tolearn about options you mayconsider.


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by June A. LiardiOctober, the month of beauti-

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Have the children collectacorns and different nuts to fillbaskets or pots by your entrance.Go to the farm stand and leteveryone pick out different vari-eties of squash and gourds todisplay. As the month goes on,just use the squash for your din-ners. This is a great season touse collected materials to deco-rate, it is fun, and inexpensive.All these decorations will take

you through to the end ofNovember.

Here is an easy way to addsome autumn scent to yourhome. Fill a pot with water andadd some orange peels, cinna-mon sticks and some cloves. Youcan also add different extracts oressential oils. Some good choic-es would be vanilla, cinnamon,orange or lemon. Simmer gentlyto release the scents. Check thewater level frequently, you don’twant the water to evaporate.

If you have tomatoes left onyour plants, and want to savethem, pick the ones that areblemish free. Put them on a trayand separate each one withcrumpled newspaper. Keep themout of direct sunlight and theywill ripen very nicely. It is not


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continuedtoo late to plant those spring-flowering bulbs. Every springdon’t you admire the beautifulblooms and wish you had plant-ed some too? The squirrels anddeer do not like daffodils, sothey are always a good choice.There are so many different vari-eties now too.

Bulbs look best when plantedin a group rather than in astraight line. For a real naturallook you can stand back andtoss the bulbs, just plant themwhere they fell. Check packagedirections for depth and plantpointy end up.

As your garden beds arecleaned up, give them a nicedressing of compost. After a hardfrost, you can also add a fewinches of mulch around all theplants.

An easy way to create a newgarden bed is to let MotherNature do it for you. Choose aspot (even a patch of lawn) andlay a few inches of newspapersheets to cover. If it is breezyout, dampen the sheets to keepthem in place. Then cover thepaper with 2”-6” of compostand/or soil. By spring, the paperwill have killed any vegetationand broken down into the soil.Just dig over, add some organicmatter and you are ready toplant.

As all those leaves fall down,you may want to leave themunder and around your shrubsand plants. They are nature’smulch and provide shelter foryour outside friends. Considertoo, keeping the leaf blower in

the garage this year. Get thewhole family a rake and headoutside for they day. Have somequality time and exercise togeth-er. Take a break and have a pic-nic lunch outside, make a day ofit. It is the simple times togetherthat make great memories.

“Every leaf speaks bliss to me,Fluttering from the autumn tree.”– EMILY BRONTE

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P O S T A L C O R N E R

Stamp collecting is called theworld’s most popular hobby,enjoyed by millions of people inthe United States and around theworld. And yet, most of us knowvery little about stamps, exceptthat you stick them on an enve-lope to mail a letter.

Here are the Top 5 questionsabout stamps, and answers thatstick!

Q. Where did stamps comefrom?

A. Postage stamps were inventedin the 19th century in GreatBritain. English schoolmasterand government employeeRowland Hill suggested thepostage stamp as a means oftaxing newspapers and collect-ing prepaid mail fees based onweight. In 1840, Great Britainissued what has come to beknown as the “Penny Black,”the world’s first adhesivepostage stamp. It (and all sub-sequent regular issue Britishstamps) carried the likeness ofthe reigning monarch, in thiscase Queen Victoria portrayedagainst a black background.

Q. What is the world’s mostvaluable stamp? How muchis it worth?

A. November 2005 saw a block-buster stamp trade that estab-lished a new world record forthe value of a single stamp –nearly $3 million. Wall Streetinvestment manager Bill Grosstraded a plate block of four“Inverted Jenny” 24-cent air-mail stamps to DonaldSundman, president of MysticStamp Co., for a 1-cent “ZGrill” stamp. Gross had justpurchased the block of four atauction the month before for atotal price – bid and fees – of$2.9 million. The “Z Grill”gives Gross the only knowncollection of every U.S. stampfrom the 19th century. The “ZGrill,” issued in 1868 with aprofile of Benjamin Franklin, is

one of only two such stampsknown to exist. Its namecomes from the unusual waf-fle-like grill on the back of thestamp, employed at the time tobetter absorb postmarks andprevent people from reusingthe stamp. The block of fourstamps was part of a singlesheet of 100 that survived from1918 on which the borderaround the Curtiss JN-modelbiplane, known as “the Jenny,”was accidentally printedupside down. Prior to this his-toric trade, the previous recordholder was the 1857 Swedish“Tre Skilling Banco,” alsoknown as the TreskillingYellow, at the time touted notonly to be the most valuablesingle stamp in the world, butthe most valuable thing on theplanet based on its weight.According to the book, TheTreskilling Yellow, the stampwas discovered in 1885 byteenager Georg WilhelmBackman, the only knownexample still in existence ofthe stamp printed in yellowinstead of green. The DavidFeldman Zurich auction housesold the stamp in November1996 to a dealer for 2.87 mil-lion Swiss Francs, approxi-mately $2.3 million in U.S.dollars at that time. The bookgoes on to state that theSwedish National Testing andResearch Institute in Borås,Sweden, has since calculatedthe weight of the stamp to be0.02675 grams (0.0009ounces). That made the stampworth nearly $86 billion perkilogram, or $189.6 billion perpound – the most expensivething in the world.

Q. When did the U.S. start mak-ing stamps?

A. In 1847, George Washingtonand Benjamin Franklinappeared on the first U.S.postage stamps. Washington

A. was featured as the first presi-dent and Franklin as the firstPostmaster General, named soby the Continental Congress in1775.

Q. How can I tell what a stampis worth?

A. Ask yourself two questions:“How rare is it?” and ”Whatcondition is it in?” The pricelisted in a stamp catalog givesyou some idea of how rare itis. However, the stamp maysell at more or less than thecatalog price, depending on itscondition.

Q. Who decides what subjectsappear on stamps?

A. The Citizens’ Stamp AdvisoryCommittee (CSAC), founded in1957, makes recommenda-tions on stamp subjects. ThePostmaster General makes thefinal decision. The CSAC’s 15members are appointed by thePostmaster General, chosen fortheir interest in philately andtheir backgrounds, whichreflect a wide range of educa-tional, artistic, historical andprofessional expertise. TheCommittee reviews tens ofthousands of stamp subjectproposals each year. Only afew dozen stamps are issuedannually. To suggest an ideafor a new stamp, write to theCitizens’ Stamp Advisory Com-mittee, c/o Stamp Develop-ment, U.S. Postal Service,1735 North Lynn Street, Suite5013, Arlington, VA 22209-6432. Submit subjects at leastthree years in advance of theproposed date of issue to allowsufficient time for considera-tion and for design and pro-duction, if the subject isapproved.To purchase stamps or get

more information about collect-ing, visit the St. James PostOffice or stamp store, or go toshop.USPS.com and look for“Collector’s Corner.”

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The Postal Service has issued39-cent Quilts of Gee’s Bendcommemorative stamps in 10designs. These stamps, on salenow at the St. James Post Office,are the sixth in the AmericanTreasures series that showcasesbeautiful works of American fineart and crafts.

HOLIDAY STAMPS COMING

In celebration of the winterholiday season the Postal Servicewill issue the 39-cent HolidaySnowflakes special stamps infour designs. The stamps will beon sale at the St. James PostOffice on October 6, 2006.

The PostalService willissue a 39-centEid specialstamp that willgo on sale atthe St. JamesPost Office onOctober 7,

2006. This stamp design waspreviously issued with a 34-centdenomination in 2001 and a 37-cent denomination in 2002.

The 39-cent Kwanzaa specialstamp in one design will go onsale at the St. James Post Office

on October7, 2006.The stampdesign waspreviouslyissued witha 37-centdenomination in 2004.

On October7, 2006 thePostal Serviceoffers for salethe 39-centHanukkahspecial stampin one design.This stamp

was also previously issued witha 37-cent denomination in 2004.

The PostalService willissue a 39-centChristmas:ChaconMadonna andChild withBird specialstamp in one

design. The stamp will be avail-able at the St. James Post Officeon October 18, 2006. The stampfeatures an oil-on-canvas paint-ing with gold details titledMadonna and Child with Bird.Dating to around 1765, thepainting is attributed to IgnacioChacon – an artist active fromabout 1745 to 1775 in Cuzco,Peru. The painting is now onview at the Denver Art Museum.

New Stamp Issues

24/7 Access – Quick, Easy, ConvenientMost postal products and services available inside a Post Officeare now available online at usps.com.

• The Postal Service Web site is one of the most popular govern-ment sites, with more than 800,000 people a day visitingusps.com.

• The Postal Store (usps.com/shop) features postage stamps andstationery, philatelic collectibles and other gift items. In 2005,stamp sales on the Postal Store exceeded $135 million.

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submitted by the St. James Post Office

In the 60s, a lot of people“turned on and tuned out.”Today, we’re so tuned in, we are“WiFi-ed.” Armed with cellphones, Blackberries, iPods,satellite radio, and instant mes-saging, many of us have neverbeen more “connected” … or sooverwhelmed.

In the steadily growing chaoswe call life – with its never-end-ing meteor shower of informa-tion, commentary, and noise –more and more people are redis-covering the quiet delight ofsending and receiving cards andletters.

Letters help make momentsspecial. Joys are recorded andsavored. Problems fade, or atleast gain perspective, when theyare written down and sharedamong family and friends bymail. When you sit down to writea friend, you are never alone.

Taking the time to write a lettersays so much to the recipient.Pausing to think about your friendor loved one, to revisit yourmemories and experiences, andto put those thoughts and emo-tions on paper bring these feel-ings to life for you as well as therecipient. And when flowers havewilted, chocolates have turned tounwanted pounds, IMs and e-mails have evaporated, andphone conversations have beenforgotten, letters of love and mes-

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Unplug. Turn off. Slow downfor a moment or two. Take off theheadphones or cell phone ear-piece. Recognize that sound? It’s

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F I N A N C I A L S A V V Y

by Ann MondroneEverywhere you turn, you hear

and read about FICO creditscores. What do they mean? Arethey really that important? Theanswer is yes. Your FICO scorecan determine many thingsincluding whether you’ll beapproved for credit for mortgages,loans and credit cards and whatrate you will be offered on them,the cost of your insurance, and insome cases, whether you get thatjob offer you’ve been hoping for.It has been said that “knowledge ispower” and with regard to yourFICO score that has never beenmore true.

FICO scores range between 300and 850. A score below 620 canoften result in paying a higher ratefor borrowing, especially for amortgage. A score over 700 usual-ly will result in getting the mostfavorable rate. The best way toensure a good FICO score is tomanage your credit responsiblyover time. To maximize yourscore, it’s important to understandwhat goes into the calculation andhow much each factor is weight-ed.Payment History: 35%

Takes into account (1) the histo-ry of accounts such as mortgages,major credit cards, departmentstore credit cards, car loans andleases, and other installmentloans, including details of anymissed or late payments, such as

the amount, how long ago itoccurred, and how late it was,and (2) information from publicrecords, such as bankruptcies,liens, lawsuits, foreclosures, judg-ments, and wage garnishments.Amounts Owned: 30%

Looks at (1) the total of all theamounts you owe for all accounts,(2) the number of accounts thathave balances, (3) how much oftotal credit available on creditcards you are using (the closer youare to maxing out your availablecredit, the more negative theimpact on your score), and (4)how much of the original balanceborrowed you still owe on install-ment loans.Length of Credit History: 15%

As long as you don’t have neg-ative information in your file, thelonger your credit history, thehigher your score.Type of Credit in Use: 10%

Considers the number of creditaccounts and the mix of credittypes: credit cards, installmentloans, mortgage, etc.New Credit: 10%

Considers (1) how many newcredit accounts you’ve openedrecently, (2) how long it’s beensince you opened a new account,(3) how many requests you’vemade for credit recently, (4) howlong it has been since lendershave requested credit informationon you, and (5) how good yourrecent credit history has been.

The obvious way to maintain agood FICO score is to pay yourbills on time, but there are othersteps you can take maintain orimprove your score: (1) Don’topen a lot of new accounts over ashort time period, (2) shop forcredit over a short period of time.FICO scores distinguish betweensearching for credit for a specificloan and searching for lots of dif-ferent loans, (3) If you have aquestionable credit history, opena few new credit accounts, usethem responsibly, and pay themoff on time, (4) keep your balancelow in relation to your availablecredit. If your credit limit is$10,000, keeping your balancebelow $2,500 (25%) will improveyour score, (5) pay off credit carddebt rather than move it around tolower rate cards. Moving balancesto other credit cards and closingout the old account can hurt yourscore because it can change theratio of your total balances to youravailable lines.

Armed with the knowledge ofhow your FICO score is being cal-culated, you can take steps tomanage your credit responsibly,and enjoy all the benefits of hav-ing a favorable score.

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by Scott Posner, CFP, A.A.M.S. Is there any a magic formula for

achieving investment success? Notreally - though you wouldn'tknow it by reading all the adver-tisements touting “surefire win-ners.” The truth is that there arefew valid guarantees in the invest-ment world.

However, once you learn toignore all the exaggerated claimsyou might encounter, you canactually do quite a lot to becomea more successful investor. Hereare five things all good investorsshould know:

• Patience is a big asset. Stock prices will always go up

and down. The best investorsoverlook these short-term priceswings and don’t head to theinvestment “sidelines” when timesare tough. Of course, this is easiersaid than done – especially whenthe political and economic newsof the day is bad and the financialmarkets seem rattled. Yet, historyis full of wars, crises and scandalsand not one of them has perma-nently harmed the outlook forinvestments. In fact, after the ini-tial shock of the event has wornoff, financial markets have oftenrecovered lost ground in a matterof months – and then gone on tonew heights. Of course, past per-formance is not a guarantee of anyfuture results.

• All investments carry risk.Everyone knows that stocks can

lose value. But too many peopledon’t realize that all investmentscarry some type of risk. For exam-ple, bonds and Certificates ofDeposit (CDs) may offer substan-tial protection of principal, so theymight be considered “safe.” Andyet, these same vehicles may pro-vide returns that fail to keep upwith inflation, which means theycarry purchasing power risk. It’snot the same risk as that incurredby stocks, but it’s a risk nonethe-less – and it’s something to beaware of if you are counting onyour investments to provide youwith some of your cash flow.

• Expenses can reduce returns.Obviously, you would like your

investments to provide you withgood returns. But don’t focus onreturns to the exclusion of allother factors – such as investmentexpenses. The costs of investingcan significantly erode yourinvestment returns. So, forinstance, if you are constantlybuying and selling stocks in hopesof turning quick profits, you willlikely run up against taxes andother costs that can turn potential-ly big gains into something else.You are likely to do much betterby purchasing quality investmentsand holding them for the longterm, or until your needs change.

• Knowledge is power.Some people aren’t really sure

what they are investing in – andthat can lead to a variety of prob-lems. For example, they mightinvest in almost exactly the samevehicles inside and outside their401(k) plan, which could lead toan over-concentration of assets ina particular area – leaving themvulnerable to a downturn affectingthat one asset class. The more youknow about your investments, theless likely you are to face unpleas-ant surprises down the road.

• Professional expertise is valuable.Work with an investment pro-

fessional who knows your needsand who will work with you one-on-one to create a personalizedstrategy.

So, there you have it – fivethings every investor shouldknow. Put this knowledge to workin helping you achieve your goals.

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by Lawrence Glazer, CLUThere is a prevalent notion

among retirees that they nolonger need the same life insur-ance coverage they had whilethey were working. Many surren-der or reduce their insurancepolicies when they retire, leavingjust enough to cover funeralexpenses. The logic may be thatthe mortgage is paid off, the kidsare grown, and college tuitionbills have been taken care of. Butin reality, many of the samefinancial responsibilities – suchas food, transportation, and med-ical care – continue in retirementand these needs must now be meton a reduced income. Many peo-ple also plan to enjoy travelingand hobbies during retirement,which may actually increase nor-mal expenses. And it still remainsimportant to provide financialsecurity for loved ones in thefuture.

How Much Is YourMoney Worth?

With inflation, the value ofmoney depreciates. While simplypreserving retirement money pro-vides some measure of safety, itmay make greater financial senseto build on assets, so that thevalue of money actually increasesin proportion to the changingworth of the dollar. A well-

thought-out financial plan usuallyallows a retiree to stay ahead ofinflation and protect hard-earnedassets, built up over years of care-ful management and considera-tion. And permanent life insur-ance can be an important part ofsuch a plan.

Continuing Need It is important to remember

why you may have bought per-manent life insurance in the firstplace. Perhaps you sought finan-cial security. Maybe you wantedto ensure that if something wereto happen to you, the people thatdepended on you would be pro-vided for adequately. The truth is,the original reasons for buying lifeinsurance protection are likelyjust as relevant as they were yearsago. Personal needs may changeafter retirement, but they do notdisappear. Furthermore, as mod-ern medicine has increased ourlife expectancy, it is necessary tohave finances that will last during

this longer life. The reality of liv-ing in retirement for as long as 30years may create the vital need tokeep policies in force that main-tain adequate insurance protec-tion, while freeing up dollars forthe well-deserved things yourequire or want.

That’s why retaining yourinsurance protection in retire-ment can be important. The cashvalue of a permanent life insur-ance policy will accumulate on atax-deferred basis and you mayaccess this cash value in the caseof an unforeseen emergency oropportunity.* And, as you livelonger, the cash value of yourpermanent policy continues toaccumulate. Having worked sohard to reach retirement, don’tyou and your family deserve tohave the financial protection youneed?

This information is not to beconstrued as tax, legal or finan-cial advice. Consult your ownprofessional advisors for suchadvice.

* Policy loans will accrue interest andreduce the death benefit.

Editor’s Note: Lawrence Glazer, CLU, a St. James resi-dent, is a New York Life InsuranceCompany Agent and can provide addi-tional information on insurance andother financial products that can be usedto help you prepare for the future. Callhim at 391-3490.

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get good grades in school.Unfortunately, not every parentknows how best to help theirchildren meet academic chal-lenges, including completion ofhomework assignments. So, howdo parents maximize their child’schances for success in school?Start by creating a home environ-ment that is conducive to home-work and learning.

Sometimes, parents think help-ing their child complete theirhomework, or even doing theirchild’s homework for him, will

help him achieve better grades inschool. Often, it’s just the oppo-site, creating a situation wherechildren have not learned theconcepts they are later tested onin the classroom.

A simple way to help yourchild with homework is by creat-ing an atmosphere that workswith your child to efficiently tack-le school tasks. Really get toknow your child’s homeworkstyle and develop a plan forschool success.

Try the following tips to devel-op a homework plan for back-to-school success:

1. Set Goals. Help your childset attainable goals for each classand help her identify what willneed to be done to reach eachgoal. For example, to get an A inAmerican History she will needto turn in all her homework, par-ticipate in class, etc.

2. Know Your Child. There arevisual (seeing), auditory (hear-ing), and haptic (doing) learners.If you help your child work with-in his style, he will work moreeffectively.


Success Begins With the Homework EnvironmentSensible Tips for Helping Children With Their Homework

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continued3. Create a Homework Zone.

Set up an area in your home forstudying, complete with a dic-tionary, paper and pens. Makesure the area is free from poten-tial distractions and that studytools are at your child’s fingertipsto keep him focused on home-work.

4. Develop Class Files. Devel-op a color-coded file for each ofyour child’s classes. Make sepa-rate tabs for homework assign-ments, exams and projects, soyour child can refer back to classmaterials when studying for com-prehensive tests.

5. Set Weekly Milestones. Forbig projects or exams, get a largecalendar for your child’s deskarea and help him set short time-lines to ensure projects andstudying aren’t left until the nightbefore. Celebrate with your childwhen each milestone is met.

By working with your child todevelop a plan to efficiently com-plete homework tasks, you willfind higher grades, fewer home-work headaches and a more con-fident child as a result.

S C H O O L N E W S

Editor’s Note: Sara Wainwright is the Director of Education for the Sylvan Learning Center located at556 North Country Road in St. James. Sylvan Learning Center provides tutoring for stu-dents of all ages with personalized instruction by certified teachers in reading, writing,math, study skills and test-prep for college entrance and state exams. Sylvan offers a newhomework service, Homework Help – providing individual attention in small group set-tings. For additional information, call the St. James Center at 584-4066.

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S C H O O L N E W S

Smithtown Nursery SchoolOpen House for New Mothers

The New Mother’s Forum atSmithtown Nursery School, locatedat 490 North Country Road in St.James, is having an Open House onFriday, October 6 from 10-11:30a.m.

You are invited to join them for achance to connect with other newmothers and their infants, agesbirth-12 months. There will be dis-cussions on infant development andparenting issues, along with earlysocialization and age appropriatesensorimotor activities.

Established in 1961, theSmithtown Nursery School is a non-profit, non-sectarian communitycooperative. For more information,call 584-6767 or 821-1608.

Michele Berti has beenappointed Vice Chair, Boardof Trustees, at Harbor CountryDay School in St. James.Since joining the Board in2004, Michele has served onboth the Annual Giving andMarketing Committees, and,for the past year, the Execu-tive Committee. Her work onbehalf of Harbor has beeninvaluable. Mrs. Berti is thepresident of HR Consulting,an outsourcing firm specializ-ing in human resources man-agement for small to largesized companies. She holds aMaster’s degree fromMichigan State University andresides in Smithtown with herhusband and daughter, afourth grader at Harbor.

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Summer Vacation is over, and thekids are going back to school. Eachday many students are racing out tothe school bus or scurrying to theirclasses with an overstuffed back-pack slung over one shoulder. Whilecarrying a backpack to school eachmorning might seem harmlessenough, it can cause some painfulback and neck problems for stu-dents who don’t pack or carry theirbackpacks correctly. The followingtips can help prevent the needlesspain associated with overstuffedbackpacks.

• Make sure you’re your child’sbackpack weighs no more than5%-10% of their body weight.Beyond that, the backpack willcause your child to begin bendingforward in an attempt to supportthe weight on their back ratherthan on their shoulders, by thestraps.

• A backpack with individualizedcompartments will help you posi-tion and distribute the weight moreevenly.

• When packing a backpack, makesure that the heaviest items arepacked closest to the back, andthat pointy or bulky items arepacked away. An uneven surfacerubbing against your child’s backis uncomfortable and can be diffi-cult to manage as the weight getsshifted.

• Tell your child to use both shoulderstraps, not just one. A backpackslung over one shoulder dispro-portionately shifts all of the weightto one side, and can cause notonly neck and muscle spasms, butalso low back pain.

• Padded shoulder straps are veryimportant and should be at leasttwo inches in width to help preventthem from digging into their shoul-ders.

• The shoulder straps should alsobe adjustable, so the backpackcan be fitted to your child’s body.The backpack should not go belowtheir waistline.

• Limit the weight of your child’sbackpack by helping them becomemore organized. They should only

carry what is needed. Instead ofcarrying the entire book, copyingthe pages that are required for theassignment, can help keep theweight of their backpacks down.

Much of back pain suffering isbrought on by bad habits initiatedduring our younger years. Talk toyour child about the proper use ofbackpacks and help them under-stand why this and other ergonomicissues are important. A child who iseducated early in life on ergonomicissues can apply this knowledgelater in life and will be happier andhealthier as a result.

HEALTH VIEWS:By Gregory R. Thomaier, D.C., C.C.S.P.This article is part of an ongoing series presented in order to bring you thevery best and latest information about exercise, health and diet.

Don’t Let a Heavy BackpackRuin Your Day

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S C H O O L N E W S

HCDS Annual Picnic & BBQHarbor Country Day School in St. James, held

their annual Welcome to Harbor Picnic and BBQfor the children, parents and staff recently. Funwas the order of the day for the children; and par-ents and staff got a chance to interact with eachother. A win-win day for all.

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C O O K ’ S C O R N E R

Boost your nutritional profile,ease stress and relax with thesesuggested recipes.

There’s a smoothie for everyseason and every reason. A take-off on the classic milkshake,these trendy drinks generally fea-ture a combination of milk andfresh or frozen fruits blendedtogether – although other prod-ucts, such as ice, yogurt, flavor-ings, or sweeteners may beused.

Many health professionals usesmoothies as an easy way toboost intake of particular nutri-ents, by offering sip-able servingsof the foods many Americansdon’t get enough of – namelyfruits and calcium-rich dairyproducts.

WAKE UP AND

SMELL THE SMOOTHIE

Yield: 31⁄2 cups • Serves 2

Kick-start your day with thisfast-to-fix smoothie that’s yourcool cup of coffee – and mocha,mocha more.

Ingredients4-5 ice cubes11⁄2 cups (or two 6-oz. contain-

ers) low-fat coffee yogurt1 cup lowfat chocolate milk1 teaspoon instant espresso

granules1 teaspoon unsweetened

cocoa powderIn a blender, crush ice cubes.

Add yogurt, milk, instant espres-so and cocoa powder. Coverand puree until smooth. Pourinto two tall glasses or to-gocups.

AFTERNOON DELIGHT

CUP OF COMFORT

Yield: about 4 cups • Serves 3

Do you ever need somethingto take you away from all thestress, yet need to stay alert atthe same time? Then, just kickoff your shoes, sit back and relaxwith this warm and soothing sip-per – with chamomile and

chocolate together. Chamomileis known for its calming proper-ties. And of course, there’schocolate for comfort appeal.

Ingredients1 cup prepared chamomile

or chamomile-lavender tea11⁄2 cups (or two 6-oz. contain-

ers) fat-free chocolateyogurt

1 cup lowfat chocolate milk1 teaspoon unsweetened

cocoa powder2 packets sugar substitute

In a blender combine tea,yogurt, milk, cocoa powder, andsugar substitute. Cover andpuree until frothy. Pour intothree large microwave-safemugs.* Heat each mug ofsmoothie in the microwave onhigh power for 40 seconds, oruntil froth begins rising. Keep aneye out for the froth!

*NOTE: Keep unheatedsmoothie in a covered pitcherrefrigerated up to two days.Then heat when you need.

SKIN-E BEAUTY SMOOTHIE

Yield: 3 cups • Serves 2

Skin and hair need nutrition,too – such as healthy fats andvitamins C and E. After all, it’syour skin and hair that are affect-ed first by environmental dam-age. For a healthier outside (andinside), whip up this gorgeoussmoothie with all the right stuff.

Ingredients1 cup frozen raspberries11⁄2 cups (or two 6-oz. contain-

ers) fat-free blueberryyogurt

1⁄2 cup fat-free milk1 tablespoon unsalted, natu-

ral almond butter 1 tablespoon orange blossom

or wildflower honeyIn a blender, add frozen rasp-

berries, yogurt, milk, almondbutter, and honey. Cover andpuree until smooth. Pour intotwo tall glasses.

BONE APPETITE

SMOOTHIE BOWL

Yield: 3 cups • Serves 2

The nutritional basics of bonebuilding include calcium andvitamin D. Magnesium and otherminerals play a supportive role,too. This smoothie pudding ischoc full of these bone-friendlynutrients to help keep yourbones happy and healthy.

Ingredients1 medium banana, peeled,

broken into pieces2 cups fat-free vitamin D-for-

tified milk1 package fat-free, sugar-free

instant vanilla pudding mixIn a blender combine banana,

milk, and pudding mix. Coverand puree until smooth.Immediately pour into twobowls.

SPORTY SMOOTHIE

Yield: 31⁄2 cups • Serves 2

Headed to the gym? Out for ajog? Whip up this creamsicle-like smoothie full of important“workout” nutrients – protein,carbohydrates, potassium andmore.

Ingredients1 medium banana, peeled,

sliced, fresh or frozen1 6-oz. container lowfat

vanilla yogurt4 fluid ounce-container pas-

teurized liquid egg substi-tute*

1 cup fresh-squeezed orangejuice

1⁄2 cup fat-free milkIn a blender, combine

banana, yogurt, egg substitute,juice, and milk. Cover and pureeuntil smooth. Pour into two tallglasses.

*NOTE: If you prefer, replacethe egg substitute with 1⁄2 cupsoft silken tofu.

Smoothies: For Every Season, Every Reason

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S P O R T S

The 3rd annual Mike Crotty“Run the Beach” 5K Race/Walk toraise money for the AmericanBrain Tumor Society (ABTA) willbe held on Saturday, September23, 2006 at 9:30 a.m. at JonesBeach State Park.

Mike Crotty, a lifelong LongIsland resident and a 25-year St.James resident, lost his battle toan aggressive brain tumor inMarch 2000. Mike was father offour, a high school teacher, guid-ance counselor, family therapist,coach and athlete who commit-ted his life to helping others.Mike loved the beach and it wasno coincidence that Jones Beachwas chosen as the site of the race.Since 2000, the Crotty family andfriends have been sponsoringfundraisers for the AmericanBrain Tumor Association (ABTA)in an effort to find a cure and to

honor Mike’s memory. All pro-ceeds from the race will go to theABTA. We hope you will be partof the search for a cure by partic-ipating in the race or becoming asponsor.

This year’s race will haveprizes for the top male and femalefinishers in different age cate-gories. The race will be timed byan automatic computer chip sys-tem. Round-trip tickets to Londonfor two, courtesy of Virgin

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The application for the racecan be downloaded from theirwebsite at www.runthebeachrace.com. You can also registerfor the race at www.active.comor email requests for applicationsto [email protected] one will be mailed to you.

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H E A L T H N O T E S

by Karen Correia, PT, PhD“The hip bone is connected to

the thigh bone. The thigh bone isconnected to the knee bone…”Aha! The foot bone is connectedto the back bone!

Is it possible that an injury tomy foot or ankle can be causingmy low back pain? YES! Here’show. A toe fracture, ankle sprainor just dropping a can of peas onyour foot causes pain and youwalk differently for a while. Mostof the time the body does not goback to its pre-injury, efficientmethod of walking. With time,compensating movements over-stress muscles and joints in theknees, hips and back causingpain.

When there has not been a footor ankle injury, the entire foot hascontact with the ground andwalking is smooth and relaxed.With an injury when part of thefoot is not being used, it is likewalking on a narrow balancebeam. How do you balance on anarrow beam? You may try to useyour arms like a tightrope walker– but that’s hard to do while car-rying groceries or a briefcase or achild. The next best option is towalk very stiffly and try not todeviate your center of gravity toomuch. In other words, tighten upyour hip and back muscles. Overtime, hip and back musclesfatigue and become painful.

Is the above scenario only the-

ory? Not in our experience.Nearly every person who comesinto our clinic with low back painhas had previous foot and ankleinjuries. Most of the time theinjury was minor such as drop-ping something on the foot orspraining an ankle and itoccurred 10 or more years ago.People usually don’t recall anysignificant injury until the area ispalpated and a pain memory istriggered.

Let’s compare how you takecare of your body to how youtake care of your car. A batterythat becomes discharged everymonth is an annoyance. Youcould either recharge it everymonth or find out why the electri-cal system is draining it and fixthe problem. In the case of yourback, you could get a massage ordo some exercises as a temporary

fix or treat what is causing yourlow back pain. Chronic low backpain is not normal. The correctremedy for treating low back painis to find the problem and treatthe cause, not the symptoms.

How do I go about getting theright care for my back (or foot, orankle)? Find someone whounderstands the body as a move-ment system and how it compen-sates for injury. Rather than a footor ankle injury, your back painmay be due to an old knee injury,inappropriate footwear, a work-related activity, or a sitting pos-ture that is overstressing yourbody. All of these movementissues are the specialty of physi-cal therapy. For success in elimi-nating your symptoms, you needa treatment plan based on yourpast and present movement expe-riences. Let’s get you off of thatnarrow balance beam that isoverstressing your back and getyou onto your newly-paved roadof life.

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H E A L T H N O T E S

by Dr. Linda M. BocchichioLower-back problems are the

most costly of all musculoskeletaldisorders. Nearly half of all work-ers compensation insuranceclaims are due to back injuries.Soft-tissue injuries and mechani-cal injuries of the lower backaccount for most cases of disabil-ity. Because of these statistics,evaluation and treatment meth-ods for lower-back disorders arecontinually being researched.

Attempts to manage the prob-lem have led to research resultingin new knowledge in anatomy,biomechanics, exercise physiolo-gy, and neurology of the lowerback. This expanding knowledgehas in turn resulted in the modifi-cation of some practice habits,the discarding of others, and theaddition of new and innovativeforms of treatment. Clinical prac-tice has also been continually

reshaped as a result of this. It iswell recognized that treating themechanical lower-back painpatient with activity decreases thedisability, whereas treating thepatient with prolonged rest, anal-gesics, and minimal activityincreases the disability.

Management of lower backproblems have shifted from pas-sive therapeutic interventions tomore active approaches thatencourage an early return toactivities. The attempt is to iden-tify and recognize the mechanicsand status of the injury, and tomaximize the potential for repairof the musculoskeletal tissues.The goal is to allow the vertebralsegments to restore function asrapidly as possible without rein-jury. The key word here is “func-tional.” If only the soft tissue ishealed, without the function orthe mechanics of the spine

addressed, the problem is goingto become a chronic one. Whena patient comes to the office in achronic state, we have to addresssoft-tissue lumbar mechanics andpain levels. Early care leads tosuccess in most patients, withactive patient participation neces-sary for effective results. Thetreatment plan should emphasizefunctional improvement as wellas pain reduction.

The reduction of pain is con-sidered a crucial factor of anyrehabilitation program. Pain isdefinitely an issue, but themechanical problems in thelower back is more importantthan just the alleviation of thepain. After ruling out any bonepathology, and after finding areasof segmental dysfunction, stan-dard modalities of treatment


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by Paul GretschelThe summer is over. At least

it’s unofficially over after LaborDay. School has started, collegekids have left home for theirdorms upstate and in NewEngland, some of us are planningto take our boats out of the water,and we’re changing our style ofdress. Short pants and tank topswill be put away soon andsweaters will be coming out ofstorage. Many men and womenwill let their hair grow longer andgive up the “short” summer lookfor another year.

Every year in late spring, it’sautomatic for some people to cuttheir hair short. We see a lot ofshort haircuts starting in May andaccelerating until July. Converse-ly, when September comes, peo-ple instinctively start letting theirhair grow again. Besides wearinglonger hair, many clients wanttheir hair to become a darkershade than the “sun bleached”look of July and August.

As with our clothing, haircolorchanges with the seasons.Frequently, clients move towardsdarker hair: usually reds, andbrunettes during the fall. Thewarmer tones complement fallfashion trends for most everyone.Even blondes like to darken theirshades a little. Blondes have theoption of just using a slightlydarker shade or putting low-lightsin their hair to get more contrast.

Besides haircolor and hairlength, we also need to examinethe condition of our hair in thefall. Hair can be dry, brittle, andfrizzy due to a pleasant summer

of saltwater, chlorine and lots ofoutdoor activities. If this is thecase, conditioning treatments arein order. Consult your hairdresserto see if you need moisturizing orprotein conditioners or both.Dry frizzy hair needs moistureand brittle hair needs protein.

Oftentimes, damaged hairrequires both moisture and pro-tein.

Labor Day has passed. Changeyour haircolor, let your hair growa little longer, and make sure thatyour hair is in great condition.Have fun.

B E A U T Y T I P S

Fall Hair (September and Beyond)

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Paul Gretschel, co-owner of Paul JamesSalon, has been in business with hisbrother James for 26 years in the samelocation on Route 25A in St. James. Paulhas studied with Vidal Sassoon Academyin London, New York and Toronto. Priorto opening the Salon in St. James, Paulworked for Paul MacGregor in NewYork’s East Village, and at Nubest andCo. in Manhasset. Paul invites yourquestions, call the Salon at 862-8622.

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Virginia AberhamVirginia Aberham of Stony

Brook passed away on July 25,2006 at the age of 78. Lovingmother of Andrew (Violet)Aberham, Thomas (Pat) Aberhamand Michael Aberham. Belovedsister of Louise Milski and GeorgeMortenson. Cherished grand-mother of five.

A Funeral Service was held onJuly 28, 2006 at Sts. Philip &James R.C. Church in St. James.Interment followed at Long IslandNational Cemetery in Pinelawn.

Funeral arrangements werehandled by the Branch FuneralHome in Smithtown.

Paul J. BobekPaul J. Bobek of Smithtown

passed away on July 25, 2006 atthe age of 53. Loving husband ofChristine Bobek. Cherished fatherof Laura Elizabeth Bobek.Beloved brother of Matthew, Johnand Peter Bobek and sister ofMary Adragna and ChristinaDillon. Dear son-in-law ofAnthony and Pat Sessa.

A Funeral Service was held onJuly 28, 2006 at Sts. Philip &James R.C. Church in St. James.Cremation was private atWashington Memorial.


Doris Fitzsimmons

Doris Fitzsimmons of St. Jamespassed away on August 9, 2006at the age of 89. Loving mother ofJoanne Balk, Dennis, James andKevin Fitzsimmons. Cherishedgrandmother of Gregory, Alba,Jennifer, James, Laura, Maria,and three great grandchildren.Devoted sister of Mat, Bob, Joanand Jim.

A Funeral Service was held onAugust 14, 2006 at Sts. Philip &James R.C. Church in St. James.Interment followed at Calverton

National Cemetery, Calverton.Funeral arrangements were

handled by the Branch FuneralHome in Smithtown.

Graciela Hennessey

Graciela Hennessey of St.James passed away on July 12,2006 at the age of 73. Lovingmother of Robert Hennessey andmother-in-law of Ann MarieHennessey of St. James. Belovedgrandmother of Andrew andAshley Hennessey.

A Funeral Service was held onJune 15, 2006 at Sts. Philip &James R.C. Church in St. James.Interment followed at St. CharlesCemetery in Farmingdale.


Winifred G.Jansen

Winifred G. Jansen of St.James, formerly of Valley Stream,passed away on September 12,2006. Beloved wife of the lateJohn Charles Jansen, Sr.Cherished mother of Gail Barton-Girnius, John C., Jr., Gary R.,Richard H. and Keith W. Belovedgrandma of 13. Devoted sister ofWarren Klinck and the late JesseKlinck.

A Funeral Service was held onSeptember 14, 2006 at the St.James Funeral Home. Intermentfollowed on Friday, September15, 2006 at Pinelawn MemorialPark, Pinelawn.

Arrangements were entrustedto the care of Kenneth J. Maher,Kerry J. Maher and Kenneth J.Maher, Jr. at the St. JamesFuneral Home.

Jeanne MadonnaJeanne Madonna of Selden,

passed away on August 2, 2006at the age of 69. Loving wife ofMatthew Madonna and mother of

Linda (Madonna) Zeh, FosterZeh, and Rosina Madonna.Cherished grandmother of Biancaand Matthew Zeh. Beloved sisterof Marie Pirraglia.

A Funeral Service was held onAugust 4, 2006 at Sts. Philip &James R.C. Church in St. James.Interment followed at HolySepulchre Cemetery in Coram.


Katherine C. Mazzucca

Katherine C. Mazzucca ofSmithtown passed away on June17, 2006 at the age of 88. Lovingmother of Ted Mazzucca anddaughter Rosalie (Mazzucca)DiPrima. Beloved grandmother ofsix and great grandmother of 10.

A Funeral Service was held onJune 20, 2006 at Sts. Philip &James R.C. Church in St. James.Interment followed at St. John’sCemetery in Queens, NY.


Marguerite M. Moriarty

Marguerite M. Moriarty, of St.James, passed away on August27, 2006 at the age of 84. Lovingwife of the late Michael J.Moriarty. Devoted mother of John(Karen) Moriarty, Michael(Denise) Moriarty, Daniel (Mary)Moriarty, Peggy Moriarty White,and Clare (Chris) Sniffen. Belovedgrandmother of 14 and greatgrandmother of four.

A Funeral Service was held onAugust 31, 2006 at Sts. Philip &James R.C. Church in St. James.Interment followed at Gate ofHeaven Cemetery in Hawthorne,NY.

Funeral arrangements wereentrusted to the Branch FuneralHome in Smithtown.

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O B I T U A R I E S

Salvatore TeresiSalvatore Teresi of St. James

passed away on July 14, 2006 atthe age of 82. Loving husband ofNancy Teresi. Beloved father ofAugostino (Ann Marie) Teresi ofSt. James and Vincenza Kurak ofPort Jefferson Station. Cherishedgrandfather of five.

A Funeral Service was held onJune 15, 2006 at St. Patrick’s R.C.Church in Smithtown. Intermentfollowed at Greenwood Cemeteryin Brooklyn, NY.


Helen K. UnderhillHelen K. Underhill of

Ronkonkoma, passed away onJune 9, 2006 at the age of 93. She

was the wife of the late WilliamUnderhill. She is survived by hersister Mary Shepard and manynieces and a nephew.

A Funeral Service was held onJune 13, 2006 at Sts. Philip &James R.C. Church in St. James.Interment followed at St. CharlesCemetery in Farmingdale.


Angela M.VitkunAngela M. Vitkun, longtime

resident of St. James, passedaway on August 19, 2006 at herresidence. Mrs. Vitkun was pre-deceased by her husband,Edward in March, 2006 and issurvived by her son, Dr. StephenVitkun. She is also survived by

her granddaughters Marianna andStephanie, her sister, MildredBlank, her brothers Lawrence andJohn Caponegro. She was alsopre-deceased by her brotherDominick (Jay) Caponegro in2005.

A Funeral Mass was offered atSts. Philip & James R.C. Churchin St. James on Wednesday,August 23, 2006. Interment fol-lowed at Holy SepulchreCemetery in Coram.

Funeral arrangements wereentrusted to the care of Kenneth J.Maher, Kerry J. Maher andKenneth J. Maher, Jr. of the St.James Funeral Home.

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Once again the St. James Chamber of Commerce willbe holding their annual ST. JAMES DAY on Sunday,October 1, 2006. PLEASE BE ADVISED that due tothe growing concerns for the safety of the residentsand visitors on St. James Day, a number of meetingswere held to discuss the traffic flow and parking onthe streets that directly affect the area on and aroundLake Avenue between Woodlawn and RailroadAvenues. Several St. James Chamber of Commerceboard members met with representatives of the St.James Fire Department, Smithtown Department ofPublic Safety Director, John Valentine and SmithtownTown Board Member, Councilman Edward Wehr-heim.

The main concern was access to Lake Avenue foremergency vehicles and traffic flow around the St.James Day event. To accommodate this end the fol-lowing plan was agreed upon.

Washington Avenue will be ONE WAY going SOUTHfrom Railroad Avenue to Woodlawn Avenue. Parkingwill be allowed on the west side of WashingtonONLY (NO PARKING signs will be posted on the eastside of the street to facilitate access for emergencyvehicles and traffic flow during the event).

First Avenue will be ONE WAY from WoodlawnAvenue going NORTH to Railroad Avenue. Parkingwill be allowed on the west side of First AvenueONLY (NO PARKING signs will be posted on the eastside of the street to facilitate access for emergencyvehicles and traffic flow during the event).

All of the side streets that join Washington Avenueand First Avenue to Lake Avenue will have ONE SIDEparking ONLY. These parking spaces will be usedSOLELY for the vendors so they can have access totheir products. (Special parking permits will beissued.)

We feel that by taking these precautions for the safe-ty of the residents and visitors, St. James Day will bemore enjoyable and orderly.

We would like to thank the residents in advance fortheir cooperation in this matter, and ask that all heedto these special requirements for the day. We all lookforward to another great St. James Day.

St. James Chamber of CommerceSt. James Day Committee

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C E L E B R A T I O N S

Special birthdaywishes go out toSofia Giacalone ofSt. James who cele-brated her 13thbirthday onSeptember 17,2006.

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We join with Sofia’s parents, Joe and Josephine,and her brother Vincent, in wishing her a veryhappy birthday.

Happy birth-day wishes goout to PeterRichard of St.James. Peter willcelebrate his10th birthday onSeptember 23,2006.

“Peter, Happy10th birthday,you are such agift to us eachday. LoveMommy, Mike,Michael, Emily,Sam and Riley.”

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C E L E B R A T I O N S

Noel and Steve Ran-nazzisi of St. James andMindy and Steve Romanoare happy to announce themarriage of their children,Stephen Rannazzisi to MissTracy Romano. The coupleexchanged marriage vowson September 2, 2006 atSts. Philip and James R.C.Church in St. James. Thecelebrant was Fr. Brian J.McNamara.

The bride was attendedby her sisters NicoleRomano and Tara Boucher.The Best Man was thegroom’s brother GregoryRannazzisi. Bridesmaids

were Rachel Cohen, JaclynRannazzisi, Kim Sicurella,and Carolyn Avecilla.Groomsmen were P.J.Lambert, Tom Weisen-berger, Nick Buonagura,and Kevin Peterson. TheFlower Girl was PaigeFurin and the Ring Bearerwas Luca Boucher.

A reception was held atthe Bay View House in BayShore. After honeymoon-ing in Maui the newlywedswill reside in Los Angeles,CA.

Congratulations and bestwishes from your all yourfriends and family.

Jessica and Kevin Sanders ofMemphis, Tennessee, are proud toannounce the birth of their beauti-ful daughter, Charlotte Vaughn.Charlotte made her debut on June22, 2006 weighing 7 lbs. 11 oz.and measuring 21-1/2 inches long.

Proud grandparents are Joann P.Magri of St. James, Joseph Magri ofHolbrook, and Lynn and BobSanders of Scotch Plains, NewJersey.

A warm welcome to Charlotte,our Southern Belle.

Congratulations and best wishesto all from your friends in St.James.

P O E T ’ S C O R N E R

Does It MatterHow often have you heard“It really doesn’t matter”Were these words sincereOr just some idle chatterIf you ever lost a treasureThat was handed to you

on a platterWould you cry or would

you sigh, and say“It really doesn’t matter”

Do you think it would matterAfter you’re gone

If you were a pauperOr the Aga Kahn

Would it matter if you loseOr matter if you win

Would it matter if your neighborHad a different color skin

These things shouldn’t matterThey just bring on strife

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Healthy life

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For further information call 862-9849or email: [email protected]

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T H E F I N I S H L I N E

Recovering From a Hurricanecontinued from page 63• Contact only reputable,

licensed vendors for repair esti-mates. Have estimates signedby the vendor and approved byyour adjuster or agent beforehaving major damage repaired.

Editor’s Note: Jim Winter is a State FarmInsurance Agent, located at 320 LakeAvenue in St. James. He has over 30years experience with State Farm, thelast 14 as an agent serving the insuranceneeds of St. James. Jim’s office offersauto, home, life, disability and businessinsurance as well as financial products.He can be reached at 584-5929.

Realty Wisecontinued from page 64• If you’ve had offers but you

considered them too “lowball,”try reanalyzing the facts and ifnecessary readjust your think-

ing. In a slow market it’simportant to take every offerseriously. You don’t want toalienate a potential buyer whohas solid financing becauseyou’ve set your sights unrealis-tically high. Remember real estate profes-

sionals only get paid when thehouse sells. Speak with your real-tor about any concerns. You andyour realtor are a team workingtogether for the same reward.

Editor’s Note:Rita Clous is the Sales Manager andLicensed Broker Associate for PrudentialDouglas Elliman Real Estate located at220 Lake Ave., St. James, (631 584-7000).

EmphasizeFunctioncontinued from page 88including heat packs, cryothera-

py, ultrasound and, most impor

tantly, specific chiropracticadjustments of the spine are uti-lized. Once the patient is morecomfortable, he will be able tobegin an exercise program. Withany mechanical injuries, there isevidence of soft-tissue injuries.The soft-tissue injuries heal morequickly with an early guidedexercise program. Patients areinstructed how to improve theirposture and use proper bodymechanics in their everydaylives. This is crucial for prevent-ing further aggravation of theirinjuries. Rehabilitation is depend-ent on patient cooperation.Without adherence to a propertreatment program, chronic painoften develops.

Editor’s Note: Dr. Linda Bocchichio is a chiropractorpracticing at 105 Lake Avenue So. inNesconset. She is the founder of the St.James Walking Club and is a former pres-ident of the St. James Chamber ofCommerce. For further information, call979-9854.

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I N T H E N E W S

AAAA TireAcademy Fence CompanyAllstate Insurance - Holst AgencyAlpine Pastry ShopAmity Auto Glass IIArtPix Studio, Inc.Bagel ParadiseBella Vita City GrillBest Pools ServiceBestax Inc./EssenfeldBethpage Federal Credit UnionBijesse & BelfordJoseph A. Bollhofer, P.C./

AttorneyDr. Scott E. Brunengraber/

ChiropractorBull Run Farm/ElderkinCastles to Cottages RealtyCentury 21 North End RealtyChief Chimney Services, Inc.Chiropractic Healthcare

of St. JamesChorus Line Dance StudioClimbing The WallsCommerce BankCool BeanzCreative Windows, Ltd.DeBarbieri Associates - RealtorsDeBlasio Capo - Design • BuildDeLorenzo InteriorsJames F. Donahue, D.D.S., PLLCDonnely’s PubDowling Brothers AutobodyDowling Knipfing &

Klein InsuranceDutch Girl French Style CleanersEast End InteriorsEastern Cesspool Corp.Eddie’s Power EquipmentEdward Jones/Scott PosnerEnergy Health & FitnessFitness TogetherFlowerfield CelebrationsFrank Huntington Real EstateG. Smith Electrical ServicesGeorge’s Innovative InflatablesGeorgetown Volvo of SmithtownJanice L. Gillespie, D.D.S.Lawrence Glazer,

NY Life InsuranceGoldstar Plumbing,

Heating & ACGraphics du jour/Our Town

Guaranteed Home MortgageCo., Inc.

Gyrodyne Company of AmericaHarbor Country Day SchoolHenrietta Homes & PropertiesHerman Bros. Landscape

ContractingHither Brook Nursery & FloristHoliday Inn Express -

Stony BrookInteriors by LouiseIsland Sports Physical TherapyJ. C. Broderick & AssociatesKiddie Academy of FlowerfieldKing KullenKirin Hibachi Japanese

RestaurantThe Knox SchoolLake Village DeliLaurie StudioThe Little Gym of SmithtownLong Island Family

Medical GroupMarsh MediaMemento PhotographyMorecraft ConstructionMozzarella’s PizzaNatalie Weinstein

Design AssociatesRowena & Dave Nedvin/ReMaxNesconset/St. James RotaryNorth Country Kitchen & BathNorth Fork BankNorth Shore Investigation

AssociatesPal Pool ServiceParties by ZiggyPatio PizzaPat’s Place Hair SalonPaul James SalonPhysical Therapy & BeyondPower Pool CarePRC IndustriesPreferred Empire

Mortgage/MondroneProforma Executive Business

ServicesPrudential Douglas Elliman Real

EstateQuikDrop of SmithtownReliance Real Estate & MortgageRe/Max Beyond - EldridgeRetnauer Design Associates

R.J.K. GardensMarc Jay Rosen, C.P.A.Roslyn Savings BankSal’s Auto BodyScientific Pest ManagementDr. Raymond A. Semente/

ChiropractorSeiskaya BalletSignature Graphic ServicesSivana SalonGregory J. Skrapits, D.M.D.Smithtown Chamber of

CommerceSmithtown NewsSmithtown Nursery SchoolSt. Catherine of Siena

Medical CenterSt. James Electrical ContractingSt. James Episcopal ChurchSt. James Fire DepartmentSt. James Florist & Gift ShopSt. James Funeral HomeSt. James Lumber Corp.St. James Medical Svcs/

|Dr. MilliganSt. James Natural FoodsSt. James PastaSt. James Post OfficeSt. James Self StorageSt. James TravelState Farm Insurance/ WinterStony Brook UniversityStory Book Hollow Nursery

SchoolSwaine’s Bait & TackleTagi A. Garbizu & AssociatesTAP Consulting Group, Ltd.TCBY - Chock Full O NutsTic Toc CafeTimes of Smithtown TownshipT-N-T Cigar LoungeTotal Family Dentistry

of St. JamesTouch of Class Car WashTru SalonTrue Chiropractic, LLCVazac ContractingV.F.W. Post 395Vickers Gallery & FramingVilla Sorrento RestaurantWashington Mutual BankWBR Enterprises/PlumbingYellow Cottage

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

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T E L E P H O N E D I R E C T O R Y

Police (Emergency)...........................“911”

Police (Non-Emergency) .............854-8400

Head of the Harbor ...............584-7891

Nissequogue ...........................584-5302

Fire Department...............................“911”

Other Business

Jefferson Ave. F.D. 584-5799/584-5836

North Country Rd. F.D. ........584-5760

Nissequogue F.D. .................862-7410

Ambulance (F.D.)..............................“911”

Poison Control .....................516-542-2323

HOSPITALSUniversity Hospital ..........................689-8333St. Catherine of Siena Medical Center ..862-3000St. Charles Hospital .........................474-6000John T. Mather Memorial Hospital ......473-1320Veterans Administration

Medical Center............................261-4400

GENERAL INFORMATIONSt. James Post Office ...................1-800-275-8777LIPA (Long Island Power Authority) - Electric

Electric Service ......................1-800-490-0075Automated Service..................1-800-490-0015Business Office ......................1-800-490-0025

Keyspan Energy - GasGas Emergency Only...............1-800-490-0045Automated Service..................1-800-930-5003Business Office ......................1-800-930-5003

St. James Water District ........................584-6202Village of Head of the Harbor................584-5550Village of Nissequogue.........................862-7400Town of Smithtown .............................360-7512Smithtown Library ...............................265-2072Smithtown Recreation Dept...................360-7644Smithtown Senior Citizens Dept. ............360-7616Smithtown Youth Bureau ......................360-7595Smithtown Sanitation ...........................269-6600Smithtown Animal Shelter.....................360-7575Suffolk County Office for Aging ..............853-3610Motor Vehicle Information ............1-800-342-5368Western Union...........................1-800-325-6000St. James Chamber of Commerce............584-8510

President Caren Anderson-Perez) ........584-4444Fairfield of St. James Community Assoc. ..862-8502American Legion Sherwood Bros.

Post #1152 ....................................584-9633St. James VFW Post #395 .....................862-7965Smithtown Township Arts Council

Mills Pond House............................862-6575

Smithtown Historical Society .................265-6768Environmental Centers of

Setauket-Smithtown (ECSS) ................979-6344St. James Lions Club ............................928-3023Sons of Norway Loyal Lodge #252 .........584-7510C.L.E.A.N. ........................................584-7887St. James Homemakers Club..................862-8945

SCHOOLSSmithtown Central School District.......382-2000Smithtown High School East ..............382-2705Smithtown High School West.............382-2905Accompsett Middle School................382-2305Smithtown Middle School (6-8) ..........382-2700Nesaquake Middle School.................382-5105St. James Elementary School (K-5).......382-4450Mills Pond Elementary School (K-5).....382-4300Nesconset Elementary School (K-5) .....382-4400Dogwood Elementary School (K-5)......382-4250Sts. Philip & James School (N-8).........584-7896St. James United Methodist Nursery

(3 & 4) years)...............................584-9555St. James Lutheran Pre-School............862-8934Harbor Country Day School (K-8) .......584-5555The Knox School ............................686-1600Kiddie Academy of Flowerfield ..........584-4444

HOUSES OF WORSHIPSts. Philip & James Church................584-5454St. James United Methodist Church .....584-5340St. James Lutheran Church ................584-5212St. James Episcopal Church ...............584-5560The New Apolistic Church ................584-6320Temple Beth Chai............................724-5807Temple Beth Emeth of Mt. Sinai .........928-4103Temple Beth Sholom ........................724-0424Temple Isaiah .................................751-8518Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) .862-6213Nesconset Church of Christ ...............265-2141

TRANSPORTATIONLong Island Railroad Information .........822-LIRRSuffolk Transit Information .................852-5200AMTRAK ..............................1-800-872-7245Port Jefferson/Bridgeport Ferry ............473-0286MacArthur Airport ...........................467-3210JFK International Airport ...........(718) 244-4444LaGuardia Airport....................(718) 533-3400Airlines

American...........................1-800-433-7300Continental ........................1-800-525-0280Delta ................................1-800-325-1999Southwest Airlines ...............1-800-435-9792Spirit Airlines .....................1-800-772-7117United ..............................1-800-241-6522US Air ..............................1-800-943-5436

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I N B R I E F

A.A. MEETINGSAlcoholics Anonymous holds

more than 400 open meetings eachweek in Suffolk County. The onlyrequirement for membership is adesire to stop drinking. All are wel-come.

A.A. meets every Monday andWednesday, at the St. JamesMethodist Church, off Route 25Aand Moriches Road, in St. James.On Mondays a Big Book meeting isheld at 6:30 p.m. and a 12-Stepmeeting is held at 7:30 p.m. OnWednesdays a Beginners meetingand a Topic meeting is held at 7:30p.m.

Meetings are held eachThursday at 7 p.m. at Temple Isiah,1401 Stony Brook Road, StonyBrook.; each Friday at 9 p.m. at theUnited Methodist Church, 792Hawkins Avenue in LakeRonkonkoma; 3rd Wednesday ofeach month at 7:30 p.m. GraceBaptist Church, Hallock Rd., LakeGrove, and each Tuesday andThursday at 10 a.m. at Islip TownBeach Pavilion, Rosevale Ave. Allmeetings are free.

If you have further questions orwould like a list of other open meet-ings as well as closed meetings,call 669-1124, 24 hours, 7 days.

AMVET POST #55 MEETS IN ST. JAMES

AMVET Post #55 meets the sec-ond Tuesday of each month at theSt. James VFW, which is locatednext to King Kullen on LakeAvenue. The meetings begin at 8p.m. AMVET membership is opento all men and women who haveserved honorably in the U.S. ArmedForces, Reserves or NationalGuard including those men andwomen who are currently servingour country. Each AMVET postconducts its own local programsand participates in AMVET-relatedstate and national organizationactivities.

For additional information aboutthe AMVET’s Post #55 in St.James, contact Mike Guido at 862-7452 and attend the meetings onthe second Tuesday of eachmonth.

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CRISIS HOTLINERESPONSE of Suffolk County,

Inc. provides a suicide prevention/crisis intervention hotline, everyday, 24-hours-a-day.

Call anytime if you are feelingsad or desperate, if you are con-cerned about someone who is, or ifyou just want to talk with someonewho understands and cares.Talking helps.

Call: 751-7500 ANYTIME

EMOTIONS ANONYMOUSA 12 step program for anyone

who is experiencing emotionalproblems. There are meetings onSunday, 3:30-5 p.m. at MatherMemorial Hospital in PortJefferson; Saturday evenings from7:30-9:30 p.m. at St. ThomasEpiscopal Church, Smithtown; andon Tuesday evenings from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Atria Assisted Living inSouth Setauket on Route 247. CallJohn at 584-5604 for additionalinformation.

FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORTGROUP

A support group for people withfibromyalgia, sponsored by theArthritis Foundation, will meet the2nd Wednesday of every month at7 p.m. at Siena Village CommunityCenter, 2000 Bishops Road inSmithtown.

The meeting is open to the pub-lic and offered free of charge. Formore information, call the ArthritisFoundation, Long Island Chapter,at 427-8272.

FLAG DROP OFF BOX ATAMERICAN LEGION HALL

Through the generosity of the St.James Postmaster and an old-timemailman, Tom Swenson, a recondi-tioned mail-drop box has been

painted and placed to the side ofthe American Legion, SherwoodBros. Hall at 95 Lake Avenue in St.James for your convenience toplace your old, faded and tatteredflags.

Once a year, a meaningful anddignified ceremony is held to dis-pose of the flags – they are burnedand the ashes are buried withprayer.

FOSTER PARENTS NEEDEDShare your heart and home with

children in need. Become a SuffolkCounty foster parent. Foster par-ents receive stipends, are reim-bursed for expenses, can be singleparents, can work, receive freetraining, are supported by caringcaseworkers, help to reunite fami-lies, and may be able to adopt chil-dren who can’t go home.

All orientation meetings are heldin the Social Services Building at3455 Veteran’s Memorial Highwayin Ronkonkoma. Please call theSuffolk County Department ofSocial Services at 853-KIDS formore information and to sign up forone of their upcoming orientationmeetings.

HEALTHY COMMUNITYLECTURE SERIES

An ongoing monthly meetingdesigned to educate the communityon health related topics, including:nutrition, diet and exercise. Healthprofessionals and guest speakersare on hand to answer questionsyou may have. Varying locationsand times based on topics. Limitedseating available. Call 584-8783 fornext meeting, info, and registration.

JEWISH WAR VETERANS MEETINGS

The Three Village Post of theJewish War Veterans is seekingnew members. They meet monthlyon Sundays at 9:30 a.m. at theNorth Shore Jewish Center,Norwood Avenue at Old TownRoad, Port Jefferson Station. Call751-6421 or 928-1127.

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SENIORS WHO CAN’T GET TOTHE LIBRARY... A VAN-TASTIC SOLUTION

Through a cooperative effortbetween The Smithtown Libraryand the Town of Smithtown’sSenior Citizens Department, trans-portation is provided for library vis-its on regularly scheduled dates oron demand when possible.

On days of planned visits, a vanfrom the Smithtown Senior CitizensCenter will take you to anySmithtown Library Building. If youneed to go to the library when avisit is not planned, call the SeniorCitizen Center’s TransportationDepartment to inquire about sched-uling an individual visit. To arrangeto be picked up for a planned visitor to request an individual visit, callthe Senior Citizen Center’s Trans-portation Department at 265-8811.One week’s notice must be givenfor a pick up. There is a $1 chargeeach way for transportation ($2round trip).

MOMS ClubThe MOMS Club of Smithtown

holds its General Membershipmeeting on the first Thursday of themonth at 10 a.m. We are a chapterof MOMS Club International andare a support group for the stay-at-home mom and the mom whoworks part time. We have play-groups, park dates, field trips, andMom’s Night Out. Our chapterserves the Smithtown Township.New members and their childrenare ALWAYS welcome. For moreinformation please contactMaureen at 631-862-1033.www.momsclub.org

OUTREACH SERVICES Temple Beth Sholom of

Smithtown’s Social ActionCommittee provides outreach ser-vices to Smithtown residents andsurrounding communities on a caseby case basis. Social Action volun-teers are available for visits to localnursing homes, hospitals and othersettings to provide friendly visiting,and our community food pantryserves the needy with periodic foodbasket deliveries. Monthly meetings

often host guest speakers from var-ious social service and charitableorganizations, and interestedspeakers are welcome to contactus for scheduling. If you need theassistance of the Social ActionCommittee, wish to request friendlyvisiting, or are a community speak-er, please contact chairperson,Aviva Guttmann at 724-0424, oremail: [email protected]

SENIORS WANTEDDo you play Mah Jong? Chess?

Crave socialization? Interested inAdult Education? Book clubs?Trips? Lunch dates? Want to meetand mingle with other seniors?Temple Beth Sholom, 433Edgewood Avenue Smithtown ispleased to offer Seniors reducedmembership fees for their first yearat Temple Beth Sholom. Join nowto start enjoying the activities! Thetime to get involved is now!Interfaith couples welcome. Formore information call the templeoffice at 724-0424.

PARKINSON PHYSICALTHERAPY PROGRAM

A physical therapy program isavailable to Parkinson patients atthe Smithtown Parkinson TherapyCenter. The Center conducts anon-going program of exercise andphysical therapy, specifically tai-lored to the needs of each individ-ual patient and administered by avolunteer staff doctor, a physicaltherapist, nurses and trained volun-teer aids. The Center operates ona not-for-profit basis with only aminimal monthly charge to coverexpenses. For more information orif you are interested in volunteer-ing, call 265-6621.

RECOVERY MEETINGSRecovery, Inc., a nonprofit com-

munity mental health organization,offers self-help for nervous symp-toms, fears, anxiety, depression,stress, anger, etc. Meetings areheld on Tuesdays, at 7:30 p.m. atSt. James Episcopal Church, 490North Country Road, St. James.

For additional information call724-5190.

SUFFOLK VOCATIONALCENTER - FREE TRAINING

If you are widowed, separated,divorced or in the process ofobtaining a separation or divorce, asingle parent or a single parentreceiving ADC/TANF you mightqualify for FREE training.Registration is in progress for theF-E-G-S Suffolk VocationalCenter/Displaced Homemaker pro-gram New Directions, ComputerSkills Training and Brush Up pro-grams. Enrollment is ongoing forprograms. The New Directions pro-gram offers morning workshops.The Computer Training and Brush-Up programs include computer lit-eracy classes in Microsoft Wordand Excel as well as personal skillsinstruction. Call 598-0108 - earlyenrollment is a must.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDRESPONSE of Suffolk County,

Inc. a 24-hour crisis interventionhot line needs open, caring peopleto volunteer 4 hours a week astelephone counselors. Training isprovided. Call 751-7500 anytime.

Smithtown Parkinson TherapyCenter, Route 25, Smithtown isalways in need of volunteers toensure the desired goals it strivesfor. No experience is needed forjust two hours a day, on Monday,Wednesday or Friday, from 9:30 to11 a.m. Volunteers are trained bythe professional staff. The centerwelcomes present and/or futurestudents of physical therapy as vol-unteers. Anyone with the desire tobecome a “Help” or a “Hope”should call 265-6621.

VFW POST #395John W. Cooke Veterans of

Foreign Wars Post 395 meets at 8p.m. on the first Tuesday of eachmonth at their Post next to KingKullen on Lake Avenue in St.James. VFW membership is opento all veterans who have servedhonorably in foreign conflicts inU.S. Armed forces. For furtherinformation, call 862-7965.

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MUSIC STUDIO AVAILABLE -Room for Rent - St. James. Call forDetails. 873-8126. tfn/tgPRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIR-GIN (NEVER KNOWN TO FAIL)Oh, most beautiful flower of Mt.Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor ofheaven, blessed mother of theSon of God, immaculate virgin,assist me in my necessity. Oh starof the sea, help me and show meherein, you are my mother. OhHoly Mary, Mother of God,Queen of Heaven and Earth, Ihumbly beseech you from thebottom of my heart to succor mein this necessity. There are nonewho can withstand your power.Oh show me herein you are mymother. Oh Mary conceivedwithout sin pray for us who haverecourse to thee. (3 times). OhHoly Mary I place this cause inyour hands. (3 times). Holy Spirit,you who solve all problems, lightall roads so that I can obtain mygoals. You gave me the divine giftto forgive and forget all evilagainst me, and that in allinstances of my life, you are withme. I want in this short prayer tothank you for all things as youconfirm once again that I neverwant to be separated from you ineternal glory. Thank you for yourmercy toward me and mine. Theperson must say this prayer 3consecutive days, the request willbe granted. This prayer must bepublished after the favor has beengranted. B.D. 11/06FOR SALE – LOOPLOC POOLCOVER - used for one season.covering a 16’x34’ pool (likenew). $750. Call 585-0013. 9/06OFFICE FOR RENT – ST. JAMES -800 sq ft. office suite with LakeAvenue address. Street level. 2 entrances, bathroom. $1450 -includes heat, elec, alarm, wiredfor cable. Immediate occupancy.Call Bill 862-9849 for info. tfnOFFICE SPACE FOR RENT – LakeAvenue, 400 square feet, 2rooms. Ample off-street parking.$700. Please call 631-862-1515.

9/06

PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIR-GIN (NEVER KNOWN TO FAIL)Oh, most beautiful flower of Mt.Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor ofheaven, blessed mother of theSon of God, immaculate virgin,assist me in my necessity. Oh starof the sea, help me and show meherein, you are my mother. OhHoly Mary, Mother of God,Queen of Heaven and Earth, Ihumbly beseech you from thebottom of my heart to succor mein this necessity. There are nonewho can withstand your power.Oh show me herein you are mymother. Oh Mary conceivedwithout sin pray for us who haverecourse to thee. (3 times). OhHoly Mary I place this cause inyour hands. (3 times). Holy Spirit,you who solve all problems, lightall roads so that I can obtain mygoals. You gave me the divine giftto forgive and forget all evilagainst me, and that in allinstances of my life, you are withme. I want in this short prayer tothank you for all things as youconfirm once again that I neverwant to be separated from you ineternal glory. Thank you for yourmercy toward me and mine. Theperson must say this prayer 3consecutive days, the request willbe granted. This prayer must bepublished after the favor has beengranted. M.S. 9/06FOR SALE – BABY CRIB MintCondition. View online atmorigeau.com 1900 Collection inGreen Apple and Wheat. Orig.price $529 at Behrs in Hicksville.You can still purchase entire col-lection, $100 neg. with mattressif interested. Complete BabyUnisex Crib Set with drapes andlampshade, like new. $50 neg.Call 631-686-6208. 9/06MEDIA HOUSE, INC. – Betacam SP video productioncompany specializing in corpo-rate, industrial, commercial andbroadcast videos. If your compa-ny needs quality video produc-tion, call us at (631) 862-0299.Creative internships available. tfn

PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIR-GIN (NEVER KNOWN TO FAIL)Oh, most beautiful flower of Mt.Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor ofheaven, blessed mother of theSon of God, immaculate virgin,assist me in my necessity. Oh starof the sea, help me and show meherein, you are my mother. OhHoly Mary, Mother of God,Queen of Heaven and Earth, Ihumbly beseech you from thebottom of my heart to succor mein this necessity. There are nonewho can withstand your power.Oh show me herein you are mymother. Oh Mary conceivedwithout sin pray for us who haverecourse to thee. (3 times). OhHoly Mary I place this cause inyour hands. (3 times). Holy Spirit,you who solve all problems, lightall roads so that I can obtain mygoals. You gave me the divine giftto forgive and forget all evilagainst me, and that in allinstances of my life, you are withme. I want in this short prayer tothank you for all things as youconfirm once again that I neverwant to be separated from you ineternal glory. Thank you for yourmercy toward me and mine. Theperson must say this prayer 3consecutive days, the request willbe granted. This prayer must bepublished after the favor has beengranted. H.W. 9/06HELP WANTED for 2 to 3 days aweek to watch infant in my St.James home. Hours very flexible.References a must. Call 862-2231. tfn/otgAPT. FOR RENT – 415 NorthCountry Road, St. James.Charming, bright 1 bedroomapartment with windows every-where. Walkup 1 flight, privateentrance, large eat-in kitchen,parking, backyard, convenientlocation. Suitable for single/cou-ple. No smoking, No pets.$1,000 month includes utilities.Call Gail at 862-4228 or inquireat Ocean’s Bounty Seafood.

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HELP WANTED – Port JeffersonVillage - Lainie’s Way Education-al Toy Store. Responsibilitiesinclude: teaching children/par-ents how to play fun and educa-tional games; setting up andbreaking down outside display;working cash register, unpackingshipments, pricing, stocking,doing inventory, vacuuming,dusting. You will learn about allmerchandise and be able to pre-sent/explain to customers. Mustbe energetic and enthusiastic.Must have your own reliabletransportation; must work week-ends and holidays; full time/parttime. Apply in person only (12noon-7 p.m.) No phone calls.Located on Main Street (acrossfrom Ferry). 9/06ST. JAMES APT. FOR RENT - 2bedroom, 1 bath, W/D, CAC, off-street parking, nice backyard,Smithtown Schools, walk to all,no pets/smoking. $1,500/mo.+utilities. 2 mos. security and ref-erences. Call 631-862-6928. tfn/vHELP WANTED for pool mainte-nance company – mechanics andhelpers, PT/FT. Call 724-2563.

9/06/opHELP WANTED – Full time glasstechnician / installer needed forimmediate hire. Experience, ref-erences and driver’s license need-ed. Please call 584-8444.

9/06/wgFOR SALE: Classic 1966 TR4Asports car. Rebuilt engine andtrans., new tires, runs great. Towbar included. Asking $6,500.Call 286-8968. tfn

HELP WANTED – Homemakersare needed for Smithtown’s EISEP(Extended In-Home Service forthe Elderly Program) to assistsenior citizens in the communitywith laundry, shopping and lighthousekeeping. Rewarding work -salaried position plus mileagereimbursement. NYS driver’slicense required. Please call RoniNegrin at the Smithtown SeniorCitizens Dept., 360-7615. tfn

LOCAL HAIR SALON HIRING –In Search Of: Salon Coordinator,excellent opportunity for the rightperson, pleasant atmospherew/benefits. Also looking for hair-dressers, colorists, nail techs,make-up artists, estheticians andassistants. All inquires kept confi-dential. Please call (631) 584-2408. tfn/sHELP WANTED – LimousineDriver Needed. P/T, F/T, week-ends. Must have clean Class Elicense. Please call 584-6007.

tfn/nlHELP WANTED – CAR WASHER- Busy limo company needs ener-getic dependable person – week-ends a must. Lake Grove. Call467-4400. tfn/nclHELP WANTED – Cafe in St.James - Counter, Kitchen, Deliv-ery. Please call 584-2074. tfn/ttRECEPTION / MEETING HALLAVAILABLE FOR USE – St. JamesUnited Methodist Church, offersa spacious meeting hall withcommercial kitchen for civic andsupport groups, receptions,clubs, workshops and seminars.The 35’x60’ meeting room hastables, chairs, rest rooms and agrand piano. The Church is locat-ed at 532 Moriches Road in Headof the Harbor. Expansive parkingand handicapped access is pro-vided. Please contact the Officeat 584-5340 for available datesand suggested donations. TheSJUMC offers their facilities as acommunity outreach to the St.James area and welcomes all vis-itors. tfnAMERICAN LEGION HALL FORRENT – The American Legion,Sherwood Brothers Post 1152 islooking for an organization torent the American Legion Hall bythe year. Reasonable rates, airconditioned, heat, tables, chairs,complete kitchen and good park-ing. Located at 95 Lake Avenue,St. James. Call Mon., Wed., Fri.,between 8-10 a.m. Ask forWilliam Kennedy. 584-9633. tfn

HELP WANTED – ExperiencedNail Tech, for busy St. James NailSalon. Some following preferred.Bring your clients to a friendlyand professional atmosphere.Must do acrylic, manicures andpedicures. Great pay - call, con-fidential - ask for Tracey, 584-7974. 8/06/tntVENDORS WANTED FOR ST.JAMES DAY – Craft vendors arewanted for the St. James Chamberof Commerce’s 19th annual ST.JAMES DAY, Sunday, October 1,2006 along Lake Avenue. 10-footspaces are being provided for$105 per space (deadline,9/22/06 no exceptions) – bringyour own table. St. James Dayhas been a huge success in thepast. Call now for further informa-tion and to receive an applicationto reserve your space, 584-8510and leave name, address andphone number on machine.There will be entertainmentthroughout the day. We look for-ward to seeing you there. 9/06VENDORS WANTED for the2006 Fall Festival at DeepwellsFarm County Park on October 7and 8, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Allcrafts must be handmade.$50/day; $85/both days. Space islimited and advance registrationis required. For further informa-tion and applications, please con-tact the store at 854-3740. 9/06LOOKING FOR HELP? Place aclassified ad in Our Town andreach over 6,500 families andbusinesses for only $5 for the first20 words and .10¢ for each addi-tional word. Call 862-9849 forinformation or mail a check to:Graphics du jour, ltd./Our Town,359 Lake Avenue, St. James, NY11780.

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ANIMAL HOSPITALSaint James Animal Hospital538 North Country Road584-6336

ANTIQUESSweet Memories430-6 North Country Road 584-5767

The Yellow Cottage415 North Country Road584-5776

ARCHITECTMichael Macrina Architect, P.C.409 Lake Avenue686-6585

ART/FRAMINGVickers Gallery & Framing464 North Country Road862-8550

ATTORNEYJoseph A. Bollhofer, Esq.291 Lake Avenue584-0100, 584-2304

Janet O’HanlonWinkler, Kurtz & Winkler, LLP310 Hallock Ave., Port Jefferson Station928-8000

AUTOMOTIVE/REPAIR/SALESSt. James ExxonRoute 25A & Moriches Road584-5798

BANKSRoslyn Savings Bank556-02 North Country Road862-4200

BEAUTYHair by Cynthia332-7511

Pat’s Place Hair Salon230 Lake Avenue862-7023, 584-9644

Paul James Salon556 North Country Road862-8622

Scruples ‘Head to Toe’455 Lake Avenue584-8030

Sivana 292 Lake Avenue584-2408

Tru Salon437-A North Country Road584-2210

TNT Nails487 Lake Avenue584-7974

BOUTIQUE/GIFT/HOME DECOR/RETAILBarbara Lee Floral Design (Artificial)430 North Country Road862-8943

Lavender Fields230 E. Main St., Port Jefferson Village474-5461

Rosebud Boutique459 Lake Avenue862-0027

CARPET CLEANINGMastercare Carpet Cleaning862-7491

Proline Carpet Cleaning584-2344

CESSPOOLSParrinelli’s Cesspool981-2665, 265-7214

CHIROPRACTORDr. Linda M. Bocchichio105 Lake Avenue S., Nesconset979-9854

Dr. Gregory R. Thomaier338 Lake Avenue584-8100

True Chiropractic, LLC631 Lake Avenue584-TRUE (8783)

DRY CLEANERSDutch Girl French Style Cleaners400 Lake Avenue584-3750

North Country Cleaners 430 North Country Road584-7184

EVENTS / ENTERTAINMENT / HELPGeorge’s Innovative InflatablesInflatable Bouncers for Rent852-8736

St. James Chamber of CommerceSt. James DaySunday, October 1, 2006, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.Along Lake Avenue

EXTERMINATINGScientific Exterminating599 Lake Avenue265-5252, Fax: 862-7272

FINANCIALEdward Jones InvestmentsScott Posner, CFP542 North Country Road862-2020

Preferred EmpireAnn Mondrone, Loan Officer547-5151, ext. 308

Reliance Mortgage / William GartheRegistered Mortgage Broker359 Lake Avenue862-9000

FUNERAL HOMEBranch Funeral Home190 East Main St., Smithtown724-9500

St. James Funeral Home551 North Country Road584-5200

HEALTH/ FITNESSDr. Charles Bleecher243 Boyle Road, Selden696-2000

Catherine’s Total Fitness for Women7 Flowerfield Park584-4517

Energy of St. James556 North Country Road862-1737

Kare Therapeutics, P.T.732 Smithtown By-Pass, Smithtown724-5433

Lighten Up - Alicia WatinsNutrition Specialist584-6194

Emrick R. Milligan, M.D.487 Lake Avenue584-6014

Dennis O’Brien, M.D., Bruce Thompson, M.D.403 Lake Avenue862-7062

On The Go FitnessPersonal Training445-0777

HEATING / FUELSame Day Fuel Oil584-2400

HOME IMPROVEMENTAutonomousdesign22 Stonegate724-7726

DeBlasio Capo Design Build273 Lake Avenue584-5503

Debus Painting & Wallpapering, Inc.862-7924

Master Fix It584-5993, Beeper 272-0990

Morecraft Construction584-7010

Riverfront Contracting862-1575

Vazac ContractingLake Avenue584-7817, Fax 584-0198

HOUSE CLEANINGBlueDot House Cleaning1-800-654-0114

INSURANCEAllstate / Darcey & Mackenzie872 Jericho Tpke.265-5800, Fax: 265-5807

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Allstate / Holst Agency428 Lake Avenue584-4800

Nationwide / Barson Associates207 Hallock Road, Stony Brook689-6100

New York Life / Lawrence Glazer576 Broad Hollow Road, Melville391-3490

State Farm / Jim Winter320 Lake Avenue584-5929

INTERIOR DESIGN / DECORATINGCreative Windows, Ltd.367 Lake Avenue366-0212

Natalie Weinstein Home Decorating Club176 Second Street862-6198, Fax: 862-7834

LANDSCAPING & DESIGNHerman Bros. Landscape Contracting 360-2939

Homestead Landscaping588-5296

RJK Gardens, Inc.862-7056

LIMOUSINESNoel’s Limousine Service584-6007

North Country Limousines467-4400

MUSIC LESSONSDr. Melanie Birnbaum, Piano & Voice584-3517

OPTICALSpecs Appeal213 Lake Avenue686-6355

PHOTOGRAPHYLaurie Studio862-0031

Memento Photography745 Middle Country Road813-1233, 813-1476

PLUMBING & HEATINGGoldstar Plumbing, Heating & A/C88 Railroad Avenue584-3839

WBR Enterprises862-5779

REAL ESTATECentury 21 North End Realty960 Jericho Turnpike724-8500

Daniel Gale / Sotheby’s /Frank Huntington Division499 Lake Avenue584-6600

DeBarbieri Associates406 North Country Road862-7447

Regina EldridgeReMax/Beyond862-1100

Bonnie GlennCoach Realtors584-3950, 921-1494

Henrietta Homes & Properties328 Lake Avenue862-6999

Liz JongebloedDeBarbieri Associates406 North Country Road862-7447

Marion MancusoColdwell Banker495-8770

Dave & Rowena NedvinReMax.Finest750-0499, 724-9800

Owner Selling House516-857-7507

Prudential Douglas Elliman Real Estate220 Lake Avenue584-7000

Denise ReinkeCoach Realtors360-1900, ext. 203

Reliance Real Estate359 Lake Avenue862-9000, Fax: 862-2881

RESTAURANTSDeli / Catering / SeafoodBagel Paradise418 North Country Road584-8153

BLT Café521 Lake Avenue584-4229

Bella Vita City Grill430-16 North Country Road862-8060

Capo Bistro Italiano964 Middle Country Road780-6100

Cool Beanz556-04 North Country Road862-4111

Lake Village Deli454 Lake Avenue584-5780, Fax: 584-7271

Lotus East416 North Country Road862-6030

Mauricio’s Orlando’s II Restaurant645 Middle Country Road265-9228

Ocean’s Bounty Seafood415 North Country Road862-4228

Oscar’s of St. James552 North Country Road584-4600

Patio Pizza262 Lake Avenue862-7475

Tic Toc Cafe410 Lake Avenue584-2074, Fax 584-3512

Villa Sorrento823 Middle Country Road265-9865

SCHOOLSTutoring / SAT / ConsultingJoyce Benson SAT Preparation862-9015

Bridge College Consultants516-662-1612

Rich Forzano College Prep Course444-0002

Harbor Country Day School17 Three Sisters Road584-5555

St. James United Methodist Nursery 532 Moriches Road584-9555

Story Book Hollow Nursery School556 North Country Road584-4900

Sylvan Learning556 North Country Road584-4066

Village Presbyterian Pre-School175 East Main St., Smithtown724-9382

SWIMMING POOLS Installation / Service / SuppliesPower Pool Care425 North Country Road (NEW LOCATION)979-POOL (7665)

Sundance Swimming Pools862-1900

TOYSLainie’s Way Educational Toy Store109 Main Street, Port Jefferson Village474-5558

Save the DateSt. James Chamber’s

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CongratulationsFrank & Kathy Casucci, 113 7th Street, St. James

Selected as Prudential Douglas Elliman Real Estate

August Curb Appeal Contest WinnerSubmitted by Julie O’Connell, LBA

584-7000

11780 “Curb Appeal”Contest

The last four months’ winners will be displayed at the

Prudential Douglas Elliman booth

on St. James Day,Sunday, October 1

for the community to select theGrand Prize 2006

Curb Appeal Winner.Be sure to come by and cast your vote.

Thank you all 11780 residents for making this a difficult choice!

Homeowners in our town take suchpride and show love of their homes

that there are so many homes to choose from.

We love working in – and telling theworld about St. James & its attributes.

Look for our Weeknight & Weekend Open Houses on www.PrudentialElliman.com

Call your family, call your friends!! Tell them about the best dealin St. James! 5 BR, 2.5 bathHome on shy, pretty 1/4 ac. Also has part finished basement & 2 car garage. Lots of room – nice home. Just $445,000.Call NOW! 584-7000

Remember last year’s mortgage rates & how theyhelped keep monthly payments LOW?This owner can offer terrificmortgage incentives to makethis home an incredible oppor-tunity. 6 rooms, many extras.$469,000. in St. James.584-7000

1 Acre of lovely level yard to play in: 8 room spaciousColonial with many updates. Priced to sell. $524,960.

Impeccable quality and construction! Architectural fea-tures found in much more expensive homes. Builder’s lastone – he says sell this 8 room, 2.5 bath Beauty in St. James.$699,000. 584-7000

Another builder’s last lot. He’ll build your dream or hasplans approved for 3,500 sq ft for just $879,000 on St. Jamescul de sac. Includes oak, granite, 9’ basement, CAC, more.

Pretty as a Picture Hi Ranch w/ CAC has been updatedthroughout. Cherry cabinets, granite, beautiful baths, gor-geous grounds. $510,000 in St. James. 584-7000

FOR RENT:Fairfield St. James:2 BR,2 bath Unit, garage & CAC. $2095 available immediately.Stony Brook: 4 BR, 2.5 bath house near University Hospital and All. availableimmediately. $2400St. James:3 BR 1 batth home convenient to all. $2250 available October.

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You won’t believeyour eyes.Beautiful customfloor plan, exquisiteamenities, top quality systems, gorgeous 1/2 acreproperty too. See all 9 rooms, 4.5 baths & finished basement, 2 car garage. $879,000 inSt. James. 584-7000

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