2 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway www.liherald.com1222380
2023 - 2024 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway 3 Everyone wants a beautiful smile. Modern cosmetic dentistry lets us have the smile we choose, not just the smile we're born with. It's your choice – Choose to have the smile that you always wanted! Family Dentistry of Lynbrook 95 Scranton Ave. Lynbrook 516-887-1764 Dr. Rash Patel DDS, FAGD, FICOI 1223363 Free implant consultation, including x-rays familydentistryoflynbrook.com
4 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway www.liherald.com FEATURED Gifts and Gratitude: How a Facebook group became a community 16 Joseph Petraro is dedicated to giving back 19 Fur-ever homes for rescues 26 Clubs and Organizations ...................................................... 18 Elected Officials ....................................................................... 30 EROC Mayors Letter ................................................................... 8 Hospital Volunteer ........................................................... 12-13 Important Numbers ................................................................ 14 Lynbrook Chamber President ........................................... 34 Lynbrook Chamber List ................................................ 35- 38 Lynbrook Mayor's Letter ...................................................... 10 Our Lady of Peace ............................................................. 24-25 Places of Worship ................................................................... 32 Publisher's Letter ........................................................................ 6 Reach the Herald ..................................................................... 28 INSIDE On the cover: Annie Petraro with her son Joe Petraro Cover photo: Tim Baker Cover design: Jeffrey A. Negrin THE COVER
2023 - 2024 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway 5 Congratulations to our Mount Sinai South Nassau 2023 Castle Connolly Top Doctors! Ann Buhl, MD Director, Gynecologic Oncology Rajiv Datta, MD Department Chair, Surgery Director, Gertrude & Louis Feil Cancer Center Director, Surgical Oncology/ Head & Neck Steven Harris, MD Urology Jay Itzkowitz, MD Department Chair, Emergency Services Carlos MontoyaIraheta, MD Chief, Pediatric Cardiology Matthew Rifkin, MD Department Chair, Radiology Neil Soskel, DO Family Medicine Alan Garely, MD Department Chair, Obstetrics & Gynecology Director, Urogynecology Sherry Megalla, MD Cardiology Our doctors were peer-nominated and selected based on extensive research, careful review and screening conducted by Castle Connolly’s physician-led research team. Nationally, only 7% of more than 850,000 practicing doctors in the United States earned Castle Connolly “Top Doctors” designation this year. mountsinai.org/southnassau 1220291
We are pleased to present our annual Living In Lynbrook & East Rockaway, a special supplement to the Lynbrook/East Rockaway Herald. Those of us who live here know Lynbrook and East Rockaway are wonderful, diverse communities with rich histories. Our annual guide is a testament to their post-pandemic resurgence. Not only does it include vital information about Lynbrook and East Rockaway, but it also gives you a look at some of the people and places that represent the best of both villages. Think of Living In Lynbrook & East Rockaway as an “owner’s manual” to these villages, for newcomers and longtime residents alike. As you’ll see in these pages, there’s an amazingly rich social fabric here. An abundance of services and organizations are available to residents. No matter what your interests, age, religion or needs, these communities have much to off er. Lynbrook and East Rockaway continue to thrive. Lynbrook remains laserfocused on downtown revitalization. The development of the former Mangrove Feather factory building into a 210-unit apartment complex is rapidly moving along, thanks to Mayor Alan Beach and the entire Village Board. This project will be a tremendous benefi t to the community. As Mayor Beach said in a Lynbrook/East Rockaway Herald story when the project was announced, “How could it not be good for our village?” Village offi cials have worked diligently with the chamber to bring new and unique specialty businesses into downtown and to increase foot traffi c. Among these eff orts, the chamber of commerce has brought back its popular car show on Thursday nights throughout the summer, and it has been extremely benefi cial for local businesses — especially our restaurants. East Rockaway has demonstrated its resiliency through the recovery with improvements to its waterfront, downtown, schools and residential areas. Bay Park attracts families to waterfront, with so many activities for all ages to enjoy, including golf. The village’s Hewlett Point Beach Club is another great local spot that’s enjoying a resurgence since its revitalization. Residents fl ock there to enjoy the pools, beach and to grab a bite to eat. Living In Lynbrook & East Rockaway is published in cooperation with the Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce. We are honored to mark another year as the chamber’s offi cial publication. We hope that you fi nd this edition useful and informative, and that you enjoy reading the Lynbrook/East Rockaway Herald 52 weeks per year. Be well and be safe. Stuart Richner Publisher P.S. If you're not currently receiving the Lynbrook/East Rockaway Herald by mail each week, please help keep quality local journalism alive in your community by subscribing. See our ad on Page 29 for subscription information, or fi nd us online at LIHerald.com/subscribe, or call (516) 569-4000, Ext. 7. Stuart Richner PUBLISHER A letter from the Editor Mark Nolan Publisher Stuart Richner Vice President of Sales Rhonda Glickman Executive Editor Michael Hinman Deputy Editor Jeff rey Bessen Features/ Special Sections Editor Karen Bloom Multi Media Marketing Consultant Glenn Gold Creative Director Designer Jeff rey Negrin A special supplement to the LYNBROOK/ EAST ROCKAWAY HERALD LYNBROOK/EAST ROCKAWAY In Association with The Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce 6 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway www.liherald.com
2023 - 2024 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway 7 Jonathan Wolfsohn Personal Tax Specialist Mahendra Bhandari Business Tax Specialist Wolfsohn and Bhandari Accounting Services Inc. specializes in all personal and small business tax needs. NEW TAX LAWS SEEM OVERWHELMING? VISIT US TO SEE HOW THE NEW TAX LAW AFFECTS YOU. HIRE THE EXPERTS. 1223359 1223661 Serving School Districts 19 & 20, Villages of Lynbrook and East Rockaway ATTENTION PLAYERS & PARENTS Little League Baseball 2023 Fall Registration is now open!! Lynbrook - East Rockaway Little League www.lynbrooklittleleague.com
The Village Board and I have another exciting year filled with an abundance of events and lots of new and existing programs from toddlers to seniors. Our recreation department provides a variety of programs for toddlers and Pre-K, all at a reasonable price. In addition to children’s programming, we also offer art classes and craft projects throughout the year. We will also host the annual Oktoberfest on Sept. 23-25, featuring authentic German food, rides, games, entertainment, and various Oktoberfest beers. Try not to miss this fun-filled weekend at the Waterfront with something for the whole family. Our senior programming includes a bus to take our seniors shopping once a week with door-to-door service. If you are a resident in the village, you can sign up by calling Village Hall at (516) 887-6300. The senior center is an active place with many different activities throughout the week. Contact recreation for more information at (516) 341-0996. Watch for our announcements for free “Concerts in the Park,” sponsored by the village. Bring a chair, and enjoy the music. This is a great evening, and we look forward to seeing you there. The Village Board is also proud to hold our annual “Spooky House” and “Santa’s Workshop” events. The Grist Mill Museum is a wonderful asset that is housed in Memorial Park. We utilize this special gem for the Halloween Spooky House, which includes some scary and not-so=scary things to do. The East Rockaway Library participates by having a Halloween reading for young children and the older, more adventurous children can enjoy the haunted Grist Mill. For the holidays, we also have a Menorah lighting, Blessing of the Creche and of course, our annual Santa’s Workshop, where you can come with the kids and have them ask Santa for things from their Christmas list. Residents can bring a camera and take pictures of the children with Santa in the beautifully decorated workshop, which is also part of the Grist Mill Museum. If you enjoy a small-town fair, you will love the Huckleberry Frolic, which is a fundraiser for the maintenance and upkeep of the Grist Mill Museum. There are rides, a petting zoo, food, and lots of local entertainment, along with loads of vendors. This wonderful tradition has been held each year for the past 53 years — a special hometown event filled with community-minded people there to help preserve the museum. We hope you'll enjoy some of these events in the coming year, and look forward to seeing you there! Sincerely, Gordon Fox Mayor Mayor's Message Greetings from the Incorporated Village of East Rockaway Keith Rossein/Herald The Easter Bunny with East Rockaway deputy mayor Bruno Romano, left, Congressman Anthony D’Esposito, East Rockaway mayor Gordon J. Fox, and East Rockaway trustee Frank Passanisi. 8 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway www.liherald.com
2023 - 2024 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway 9 1223724 Subject to terms, conditions and availability. Allstate Fire and Casualty Ins. Co., Allstate Property and Casualty Ins. Co., Allstate Vehicle and Property Ins. Co. and affliates: 2775 Sanders Rd., Northbrook, IL 60062. In areas where Allstate home products are not available, home policies may be written by a third-party company not affliated with Allstate. Allstate TrueFit is a term life insurance to age 95 policy issued by Allstate Assurance Co., 3075 Sanders Rd., Northbrook, IL 60062, and is available in most states with contract/series ICC14AC1/AC14-1. In New York, issued by Allstate Life Ins. Co. of New York, Home Office: Hauppauge, NY. Allstate TrueFit is available with contract NYLU818. This policy has exclusions, limitations and terms that may affect coverage, renewal, cancellation, termination or other contractual rights and benefits. © 2016 Allstate Ins. Co. 1223309 1223532 ROCKVILLE CENTRE Brand New Lobby and Guest Rooms 1000 Sunrise Hwy. Rockville Centre, NY 11570 Phone: 516.678.1100 Fax: 516.536.0897 www.ramada.com/ rockvillecentre • Complimentary Continental Breakfast Served • New Lobby • New Fitness Center • Expanded Pool Deck With Waterfall Feature • Free High-Speed WiFi • Guest Laundry Facilities • Cable Television With HBO • Near LIRR, 35 Minutes From NYC By Train • Minutes From Major Attractions Such As Jones Beach, Nassau Coliseum • Luxury Amenities Such As Flat Panel Televisions, In-Room Microwaves, Fridges And Iron/Boards • Next Door To TGI Fridays • Minutes from Long Beach. 15% OFF (Any Standard Room) Not Combinable With Any Other Offer. Subject To Availability. Must Be Booked By Hotel. Exp. 12/30/23. Not valid on 12/31 and 2/14. AAA Double Diamond Rated 2010-2022 Nearest Lodging Property to The Coral House
As your mayor, it is my great pleasure to welcome you to the Incorporated Village of Lynbrook and all we have to offer. Our village of nearly 20,000 residents is situated with quick and easy access to the hustle and bustle of New York City and the sandy beaches of the Atlantic Ocean, while living in a small-town environment where neighbors help neighbors, old established trees line our historic residential blocks, and families establish roots over many generations. Lynbrook is consistently ranked as one of the safest municipalities in New York state, which is a testament to how residents look out for each other and the hard work of our first responders, including our village police and fire departments. Lynbrook’s residential neighborhoods are noted for retaining a distinct “pre-war” architecture of beautiful homes, including Tudors, Colonials, Cape Cods, and Craftsman-style homes — many of which have been renovated and expanded to meet the needs of the present day, while maintaining their historic character. The Lynbrook building department plays an important role in ensuring all construction and buildings within the village meet safety requirements, while our architectural review board is committed to ensuring our village retains its beautiful character. Our public works department is committed to maintaining and enhancing the lives of our residents through road and infrastructure maintenance, ornamental plantings, trash pickup, and much more. The recreation center at Greis Park offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities throughout the year for all ages, including sports, classes, clubs and events. The village pool is a destination for many during the warm summer months, and a new turf field, providing a big stage for local sporting events, now also anchors the complex. The grounds also host many events throughout the year, including Oktoberfest, the Lynbrook Carnival, and charity events. We have a vibrant and robust business community providing a multitude of goods and services for our residents along the downtown corridor and beyond. Many vacant or under-used buildings have been transformed into prosperous new ventures, including a new movie theater, restaurants, coffee shops, medical facilities, luxury living spaces and more. On behalf of the village and board of trustees, it’s my great pleasure to extend the warmest of greetings — whether you are a new resident, or have been here many generations. Sincerely, Alan Beach Lynbrook Mayor Mayor's Message Courtesy Town of Hempstead Lynbrook Mayor Alan Beach, kneeling, with senior citizens and first responders at the 93rd birthday celebration of Lynbrook resident Norma Penna, seated center, at Greis Park in Lynbrook. 10 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway www.liherald.com
2023 - 2024 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway 11 Lynbrook Restorative erapy & Nursing A short-term, sub-acute physical therapy facility with specialties in: Cardiopulmonary erapy, Amputee Physical erapy Diabetic Management program. Right here in your neighborhood. 1223364
Tim Schlameuss has spent the past 40 years — and more than 14,000 hours — saying thank you to the organization that nursed him back to health. His life changed when he was hit by a truck in December 1979 and underwent months of rehabilitation at Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital. He’s been volunteering there as an expression of gratitude, and to support others the way he was supported. “I think we're put on this earth to help people,” said Schlameuss, 67. “They helped me so I'm trying to help them back.” His service in the mailroom and Spiritual Care program has earned him a reputation of being singularly friendly, patient and kind. “Many people come into this office to sign in and out every day,” said Director of Volunteers Anne Fernandez, who has been working with Schlameuss since joining the hospital staff 10 years ago. “But Tim will always come to my door and say ‘hello, good afternoon’ and ‘how are you doing today?’ Always taking the time to greet us. He’s wonderful.” Schlameuss regularly goes above and beyond his volunteer duties — coming in early whenever the hospital needs extra help, personally delivering mail to patients, and taking on extra work for his coworkers when they need time away. “My husband was diagnosed with glioblastoma, brain cancer, and he lived for 6 months,” said Barbara Dorfman, who has worked with Schlameuss in the mailroom since Sue Grieco/Herald photos Photo: Tim was honored by the hospital for his decades of volunteer work. 2020. “Tim was able to accommodate the hours I wouldn’t be at the job. He’s a great person. Everyone really loves him.” On top of working in the mailroom, Schlameuss is also a Eucharistic minister for Mount Sinai South Nassau’s Spiritual Care Program — providing a service for patients who can’t otherwise attend religious services. Schlameuss’ faith, which was fostered during his upbringing in Our Lady of Peace, is the source of his belief that people’s core purpose is to help one another. When he’s not personally delivering mail or offering the Eucharist to patients, he’s caring for stray cats in the community. Plus, he always makes sure to let everyone in the hospital know the day’s weather forecast, just in case anyone is planning on an afternoon walk. “ He is a special person — he really is,” Fernandez said. "Just a pleasant person always 40 years and 14,000 hours of saying Photos courtesy Jamie Leboff Left photo: Tim became known for always greeting hospital staff and residents with a smile. Right photo: In addition to his work in the mailroom, Tim also volunteers with the hospital’s Spiritual Care Program. looking to do good and make a difference. And he certainly does every day. When he comes in, he wants to just help. There’s a smile on his face. You never see him in a bad mood.” Schlameuss’ dedication to Mount Sinai South Nassau doesn’t come from a sense of obligation, but rather a love and appreciation for the staff that drives him to want to help. “I don’t know why or how South Nassau attracts such nice people,” Schlameuss said. “But they are wonderful people. For 40 years, they have always been wonderful people. That’s my story.” — Nicole Formisano 12 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway www.liherald.com
Tim Schlameuss has spent the past 40 years — and more than 14,000 hours — saying thank you to the organization that nursed him back to health. His life changed when he was hit by a truck in December 1979 and underwent months of rehabilitation at Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital. He’s been volunteering there as an expression of gratitude, and to support others the way he was supported. “I think we're put on this earth to help people,” said Schlameuss, 67. “They helped me so I'm trying to help them back.” His service in the mailroom and Spiritual Care program has earned him a reputation of being singularly friendly, patient and kind. “Many people come into this office to sign in and out every day,” said Director of Volunteers Anne Fernandez, who has been working with Schlameuss since joining the hospital staff 10 years ago. “But Tim will always come to my door and say ‘hello, good afternoon’ and ‘how are you doing today?’ Always taking the time to greet us. He’s wonderful.” Schlameuss regularly goes above and beyond his volunteer duties — coming in early whenever the hospital needs extra help, personally delivering mail to patients, and taking on extra work for his coworkers when they need time away. “My husband was diagnosed with glioblastoma, brain cancer, and he lived for 6 months,” said Barbara Dorfman, who has worked with Schlameuss in the mailroom since Sue Grieco/Herald photos Photo: Tim was honored by the hospital for his decades of volunteer work. 2020. “Tim was able to accommodate the hours I wouldn’t be at the job. He’s a great person. Everyone really loves him.” On top of working in the mailroom, Schlameuss is also a Eucharistic minister for Mount Sinai South Nassau’s Spiritual Care Program — providing a service for patients who can’t otherwise attend religious services. Schlameuss’ faith, which was fostered during his upbringing in Our Lady of Peace, is the source of his belief that people’s core purpose is to help one another. When he’s not personally delivering mail or offering the Eucharist to patients, he’s caring for stray cats in the community. Plus, he always makes sure to let everyone in the hospital know the day’s weather forecast, just in case anyone is planning on an afternoon walk. “ He is a special person — he really is,” Fernandez said. "Just a pleasant person always 40 years and 14,000 hours of saying Photos courtesy Jamie Leboff Left photo: Tim became known for always greeting hospital staff and residents with a smile. Right photo: In addition to his work in the mailroom, Tim also volunteers with the hospital’s Spiritual Care Program. looking to do good and make a difference. And he certainly does every day. When he comes in, he wants to just help. There’s a smile on his face. You never see him in a bad mood.” Schlameuss’ dedication to Mount Sinai South Nassau doesn’t come from a sense of obligation, but rather a love and appreciation for the staff that drives him to want to help. “I don’t know why or how South Nassau attracts such nice people,” Schlameuss said. “But they are wonderful people. For 40 years, they have always been wonderful people. That’s my story.” — Nicole Formisano 2023 - 2024 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway 13
Important numbers Lynbrook VILLAGE HALL One Columbus Drive, Lynbrook 11563 (516) 599-8300 mayor: Alan C. Beach (516) 599-8784 Deputy mayor: Michael Hawxhurst Village Clerk Administrator: John Giordano (516) 599-3800, Ext. 202 Department of Public Works Superintendent: Philip Healey (516) 599-8838 building Department superintendent: Brian Stanton (516) 599-8828 Village Justice Court: Hon. William J. McLaughlin (516) 599-0416 assessing Department: Lisa Kenny (516) 593-6505 parks supervisor: Keith bonomo (516) 599-8000 recreation supervisor: (516) 599-8000 Deputy Clerk: Valerie Onorato (516) 599-8300, Ext. 205 Deputy treasurer: Darlene DiCaro (516) 599-8300, Ext. 213 administrator, budget officer: John Giordano (516) 599-8300 ext.202 EAst rockAwAy VILLAGE HALL 376 Atlantic Ave., P.O. Box 189 East Rockaway, 11518 (516) 887-6300 mayor: Bruno F. Romano Deputy mayor: Gordon J. Fox Village Clerk-treasurer: Patricia Renner (516) 887-6300 Deputy Village treasurer: Theresa Gaffney (516) 887-6300 Village Justice: Hon. Richard Braverman (516) 887-6312 building Department superintendent: Jack Felbinger (516) 887-6310 emergency management manager: James Carrigan (516) 887-6326 recreation Department: Nancy Landerer (516) 341-0996 DpW superintendent: Kevin Conklin (516) 887-6316 14 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway www.liherald.com
2023 - 2024 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway 15 You don't have to surf the net to save money! Call Carol Mueller today for a free no obligation quote. (516) 599-1100 ext.161 [email protected] NGL Insurance Group - Where we've been "bundling" insurance since 1966 1224102 Your Local Jewelers for Life Trusted quality, unparalleled value and personalized service for every milestone celebration Unicorn Jewels 29 Atlantic Avenue, Lynbrook (516) 599-1979 unicornjewelsinc.com Your Local Jewelers for Life Trusted quality, unparalleled value and personalized service for every milestone celebration Unicorn Jewels 29 Atlantic Avenue, Lynbrook (516) 599-1979 unicornjewelsinc.com Your Local Jewelers for Life Trusted quality, unparalleled value and personalized service for every milestone celebration Unicorn Jewels 29 Atlantic Avenue, Lynbrook (516) 599-1979 unicornjewelsinc.com Your Local Jewelers for Life Trusted quality, unparalleled value and personalized service for every milestone celebration Unicorn Jewels 29 Atlantic Avenue, Lynbrook (516) 599-1979 unicornjewelsinc.com Your Local Jewelers for Life Trusted quality, unparalleled value and personalized service for every milestone celebration Unicorn Jewels 29 Atlantic Avenue, Lynbrook (516) 599-1979 unicornjewelsinc.com Your Local Jewelers for Life Trusted quality, unparalleled value and personalized service for every milestone celebration Unicorn Jewels 29 Atlantic Avenue, Lynbrook (516) 599-1979 unicornjewelsinc.com Your Local Jewelers for Life Trusted quality, unparalleled value and personalized service for every milestone celebration Unicorn Jewels 29 Atlantic Avenue, Lynbrook (516) 599-1979 unicornjewelsinc.com 1223228
From baby carriages to crock pots and everything in between, Gifts and Gratitude, a Lynbrook and East Rockaway-based Facebook group, has given countless items to others. But the real gift, they say, is the community they formed. East Rockaway’s Ivy Reilly was looking for a way to help the community in 2020 during the Covid lockdown when she came across “Buy Nothing” Facebook groups. The idea is: instead of throwing away something you don’t need anymore, you can give it to someone who does. Building off that, Reilly created Lynbrook/East Rockaway Gifts and Gratitude. “People are very sensitive and sentimental,” Reilly said. “So when you can see that your item — that you really don't want to give up even though you had no use for it — gets a new home, or gets a new life, it feels good.” “We have something that someone else needs,” she added. “So it’s a service to each other in the community.” Lisa Lucente Lehman had a baby during Covid’s peak, and received many gifts from the group. “To become a mom during a time when a baby shower could be potentially ‘unsafe’ to gather, but still feel so much love and support, was something very special that I’ll always cherish,” she said. Martha Joan Ramirez is a longtime member of Gifts and Gratitude, and is known for lighting up the group by expressing her appreciation through dancing videos. To her, the best part of the group was “the beautiful words from so many who found encouragement and appreciation in my dancing, the endless supplies of tissues and tea and homemade soups when I was sick.” “In one of the worst times for many of us in 2020, I found friendships, belonging, community, purpose, and even livelihood,” she added. What makes the group unique is the emphasis on gratitude. Where other groups with similar concepts feel impersonal and transactional, Gifts Tim Baker/Herald photos Top photo: Shaun Lazar, group founder Ivy Reilly, and Catherine Everett have not only found new items through the Facebook group, but new friendships as well. Bottom photo: Patrice Martinez received a potted plant from Shaun Lazar. The group exchanges plants, furniture, and everything in between. andGratitudeaims tocultivateawarmandfriendly community. A simple “hi” and a “thank you” makes all the difference, Reilly said. But even more valued than the items people receive is the friendships members have found within the group. “We want to bridge the gap in the community where we are all living busy lives, and may not really know each other,” she said. “Personally, I speak to a number of people in the community now that I never would have known any other way. And I’m better for it.” People began recognizing one another outside of the group at supermarkets, at school events, at the library, and realized they truly are neighbors. Some would even go out of their way to look through their storage to find something else to give away, and make another new friend. Others simply enjoy reading the positivity and interactions of the group. Reilly recently made a post and asked people to share the best gift they’ve received in the community. “The best gift for me was finding this group,” said Vickie Ellie Fuller, adding she loves seeing the positive interactions among people. “It is so rare to find so much love and caring in one place.” To join the group, go to “Lynbrook/East Rockaway Gifts and Gratitude” on Facebook. — Nicole Formisano How a Facebook group became a community Top photo: Catherine Everett and her son C.J. gave their basketball hoop to Michelle Tripi and her son Cole. The Gifts & Gratitude group gives community members a way to make new friendships. Bottom photo: Cole Tripi gets to use a new basketball hoop, while C.J. Everett gets to see his well-loved item find a new home. 16 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway www.liherald.com
From baby carriages to crock pots and everything in between, Gifts and Gratitude, a Lynbrook and East Rockaway-based Facebook group, has given countless items to others. But the real gift, they say, is the community they formed. East Rockaway’s Ivy Reilly was looking for a way to help the community in 2020 during the Covid lockdown when she came across “Buy Nothing” Facebook groups. The idea is: instead of throwing away something you don’t need anymore, you can give it to someone who does. Building off that, Reilly created Lynbrook/East Rockaway Gifts and Gratitude. “People are very sensitive and sentimental,” Reilly said. “So when you can see that your item — that you really don't want to give up even though you had no use for it — gets a new home, or gets a new life, it feels good.” “We have something that someone else needs,” she added. “So it’s a service to each other in the community.” Lisa Lucente Lehman had a baby during Covid’s peak, and received many gifts from the group. “To become a mom during a time when a baby shower could be potentially ‘unsafe’ to gather, but still feel so much love and support, was something very special that I’ll always cherish,” she said. Martha Joan Ramirez is a longtime member of Gifts and Gratitude, and is known for lighting up the group by expressing her appreciation through dancing videos. To her, the best part of the group was “the beautiful words from so many who found encouragement and appreciation in my dancing, the endless supplies of tissues and tea and homemade soups when I was sick.” “In one of the worst times for many of us in 2020, I found friendships, belonging, community, purpose, and even livelihood,” she added. What makes the group unique is the emphasis on gratitude. Where other groups with similar concepts feel impersonal and transactional, Gifts Tim Baker/Herald photos Top photo: Shaun Lazar, group founder Ivy Reilly, and Catherine Everett have not only found new items through the Facebook group, but new friendships as well. Bottom photo: Patrice Martinez received a potted plant from Shaun Lazar. The group exchanges plants, furniture, and everything in between. andGratitudeaims tocultivateawarmandfriendly community. A simple “hi” and a “thank you” makes all the difference, Reilly said. But even more valued than the items people receive is the friendships members have found within the group. “We want to bridge the gap in the community where we are all living busy lives, and may not really know each other,” she said. “Personally, I speak to a number of people in the community now that I never would have known any other way. And I’m better for it.” People began recognizing one another outside of the group at supermarkets, at school events, at the library, and realized they truly are neighbors. Some would even go out of their way to look through their storage to find something else to give away, and make another new friend. Others simply enjoy reading the positivity and interactions of the group. Reilly recently made a post and asked people to share the best gift they’ve received in the community. “The best gift for me was finding this group,” said Vickie Ellie Fuller, adding she loves seeing the positive interactions among people. “It is so rare to find so much love and caring in one place.” To join the group, go to “Lynbrook/East Rockaway Gifts and Gratitude” on Facebook. — Nicole Formisano How a Facebook group became a community Top photo: Catherine Everett and her son C.J. gave their basketball hoop to Michelle Tripi and her son Cole. The Gifts & Gratitude group gives community members a way to make new friendships. Bottom photo: Cole Tripi gets to use a new basketball hoop, while C.J. Everett gets to see his well-loved item find a new home. 2023 - 2024 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway 17
Clubs & OrganizatiOns Political nassau County Conservative Party 1 Sydney St., Plainview 11803 (516) 433-8568 NassauCountyConservativeParty.com nassau County Democratic Committee 100 Garden City Plaza, Suite 115 Garden City 11530 (516) 294-3366 NassauCountyDems.com nassau County republican Committee 164 Post Ave. Westbury 11590 (516) 334-5800 league of Women Voters P.O. Box 221 Port Washington 11510 (516) 431-1628 Veterans american legion Post no. 958/ ladies auxiliary 71 Main St. East Rockaway 11518 (516) 599-9580 Disabled american Veterans 162 Atlantic Ave. Lynbrook 11563 (516) 887-7100 VFW Howard lathrop Post 2307 235 Merrick Road Lynbrook 11563 (516) 594-2307 VFW robert F. garrison Post 3350 164 Main St., East Rockaway 11518 (516) 887-8170 East rockaway raiders athletic association (516) 582-2187 Email: [email protected] East rockaway recreation Center 17 John St. East Rockaway 11518 (516) 341-0996 lynbrook recreation Center Greis Memorial Park 55 Wilbur St. Lynbrook 11563 (516) 599-8000 girl scouts of nassau County 110 Ring Road W. Garden City 11520 GNSC.org lynbrook/East rockaway little league P.O. Box 865 Lynbrook 11563 (516) 887-2626 Email: Lynbrookll@aol. LynbrookLittleLeague.com Mark Nolan/Herald file Members of the Historical Society of East Rockaway and Lynbrook and East Rockaway village officials celebrated National Historic Marker Day on April 28 at the Talfor Memorial Boat Basin on Ocean Avenue in East Rockaway. Getting involved in your community has never been easier — or more fun! There’s something for everyone in East Rockaway and Lynbrook. businesses lynbrook Chamber of Commerce President: Polly Talbott P.O Box 624, Lynbrook 11563 (516) 242-4649 Email: [email protected] LynbrookUSA.com Civic bay Park Civic Property Owners association P.O. Box 82 East Rockaway 11518 (516) 312-9866 Email: [email protected] Historical the Historical society of East rockaway & lynbrook P.O. Box 351 East Rockaway 11518 (516) 887-9094 President: Frank M. Torre Family Mothers Center of sW nassau inc. (516) 888-6262 MothersCenter.wixsite.com/mcswn Fraternal Knights of Columbus/st. Mary’s Maris Stella Council No. 2228 78 Hempstead Ave. Lynbrook 11563 (516) 887-2228 new York 1 Elks lodge 57 Hempstead Ave., Lynbrook 11563 (516) 599-1515 NYElks1.org Email: [email protected] the Per sempre lodge, Order sons of italy 2344 381 Sunrise Highway Lynbrook 11563 (516) 599-2945 [email protected] the ancient Order of Hibernians Division 14 VFW Hall, 235 Merrick Road., Lynbrook 11563 (516) 546-3451 lynbrook Police benevolent association P.O. Box 509 Lynbrook 11563 (516) 418-3399 18 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway www.liherald.com
2023 - 2024 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway 19 1222434
He’s a published author, a philanthropist, a mental health and anti-bullying advocate. No, it’s not a fictional superhero — it’s 10-year-old Joseph Petraro. “The happiest people are the most successful people,” Joseph said. “The things they do will always come back to them.” Joseph’s good deeds are nearly too many to count. He’s raised money for a well in Nigeria, St. Raymond’s R.C. Church, and a GoFundMe campaign for organ donor activist Taylor Clarke. Joseph helps people not only through fundraisers, but also by being a good friend. Joseph and his “adoptive grandma,” Caroline Manna, were friends for years despite a roughly 90-year age difference. He continued to visit her regularly, and Joseph spent Caroline’s 100th birthday with her a couple months ago shortly before she died. Joseph also befriended Jane Marczewski, a singer-songwriter known as Nightbirde who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2017. Inspired by her performance on the television show “America’s Got Talent,” Joseph reached out on social media and they became good friends. Joseph brought joy and positivity to Jane’s life, and he says Jane helped him with “kid stuff.” The two remained friends until Jane died in February 2022. Instead of gifts for his birthday, Joseph asked loved ones to donate to the Nightbirde Foundation organized by Jane’s family. He continues to donate regularly, and has raised over $1,000 for the organization to help women battle breast cancer. Joseph said this is one of his proudest accomplishments because his friendship with Jane, is dedicated to giving back Courtesy Annie Petraro Photo: Joe continues to regularly raise money for the Nightbirde foundation. and because it was one of his most successful fundraisers. Jane’s family even flew out to New York to meet Joseph and work with him on his sweetest project yet: a doughnut fundraiser. Joseph is working with Doughology in Lynbrook, and designed a specialty doughnut himself. Proceeds benefit the Nightbirde foundation. Joseph has also published two books, one called “Buddy, My Best Friend, Moves To A Place Called Heaven.” The book helped him process his feelings about his dog dying. His book “Pumpkin Man vs. Boogie Man” is about overcoming bullying by using the power of kindness (and, when necessary, karate.) Having dealt with bullying himself, anti-bullying is a cause close to Joseph’s heart. “It’s inspiring to me,” Joseph’s mother Annie said. “He’s been through own stuff and takes all that adversity, takes the good out of a bad situation, to give it all back to others.” Joseph is one of the representatives of New York’s BeStrong program, which works to prevent suicide and aid kids who are struggling with their mental health. He’s also created his very own campaign called Be Kind, with a social media hashtag #JoesBeKindCampaign, to encourage kids to be kind to each other. Joseph said that the best way to promote kindness is to include others. That’s the Continued on page 22 Photos courtesy Annie Petraro Top photo: Joe sells popcorn to support Boy Scout Pack 84. It’s one of the many causes he fundraises for. Tim Baker/Herald photos Bottom photo: Joe regularly visits Lynbrook Restorative Therapy and Nursing, where he first met Caroline. He continues to visit her roommate, Cornelia Mason. 20 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway www.liherald.com
He’s a published author, a philanthropist, a mental health and anti-bullying advocate. No, it’s not a fictional superhero — it’s 10-year-old Joseph Petraro. “The happiest people are the most successful people,” Joseph said. “The things they do will always come back to them.” Joseph’s good deeds are nearly too many to count. He’s raised money for a well in Nigeria, St. Raymond’s R.C. Church, and a GoFundMe campaign for organ donor activist Taylor Clarke. Joseph helps people not only through fundraisers, but also by being a good friend. Joseph and his “adoptive grandma,” Caroline Manna, were friends for years despite a roughly 90-year age difference. He continued to visit her regularly, and Joseph spent Caroline’s 100th birthday with her a couple months ago shortly before she died. Joseph also befriended Jane Marczewski, a singer-songwriter known as Nightbirde who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2017. Inspired by her performance on the television show “America’s Got Talent,” Joseph reached out on social media and they became good friends. Joseph brought joy and positivity to Jane’s life, and he says Jane helped him with “kid stuff.” The two remained friends until Jane died in February 2022. Instead of gifts for his birthday, Joseph asked loved ones to donate to the Nightbirde Foundation organized by Jane’s family. He continues to donate regularly, and has raised over $1,000 for the organization to help women battle breast cancer. Joseph said this is one of his proudest accomplishments because his friendship with Jane, is dedicated to giving back Courtesy Annie Petraro Photo: Joe continues to regularly raise money for the Nightbirde foundation. and because it was one of his most successful fundraisers. Jane’s family even flew out to New York to meet Joseph and work with him on his sweetest project yet: a doughnut fundraiser. Joseph is working with Doughology in Lynbrook, and designed a specialty doughnut himself. Proceeds benefit the Nightbirde foundation. Joseph has also published two books, one called “Buddy, My Best Friend, Moves To A Place Called Heaven.” The book helped him process his feelings about his dog dying. His book “Pumpkin Man vs. Boogie Man” is about overcoming bullying by using the power of kindness (and, when necessary, karate.) Having dealt with bullying himself, anti-bullying is a cause close to Joseph’s heart. “It’s inspiring to me,” Joseph’s mother Annie said. “He’s been through own stuff and takes all that adversity, takes the good out of a bad situation, to give it all back to others.” Joseph is one of the representatives of New York’s BeStrong program, which works to prevent suicide and aid kids who are struggling with their mental health. He’s also created his very own campaign called Be Kind, with a social media hashtag #JoesBeKindCampaign, to encourage kids to be kind to each other. Joseph said that the best way to promote kindness is to include others. That’s the Continued on page 22 Photos courtesy Annie Petraro Top photo: Joe sells popcorn to support Boy Scout Pack 84. It’s one of the many causes he fundraises for. Tim Baker/Herald photos Bottom photo: Joe regularly visits Lynbrook Restorative Therapy and Nursing, where he first met Caroline. He continues to visit her roommate, Cornelia Mason. 2023 - 2024 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway 21
inspiration for his most recent project “Hoops for Inclusion,” a basketball event that is accessible to kids with different abilities, including those in wheelchairs. With people like Joseph leading the next generation, a better world doesn’t’t seem so far away. He said that to get there, all we need is a bit of kindness and imagination. “That’s why I do what I do,” Joseph said in a follow-up email. “I just think if we are all kind to each other it can have a ripple effect. If we all include each other and make someone smile, it can make the difference in someone’s world.” To donate to the Nightbirde foundation, visit NightbirdeFoundation.org. To keep up with Joe’s projects, follow him on @ JoeTheGamer on Instagram, @JoeTheGamerNY on YouTube, or visit JoeTheGamer.com. — Nicole Formisano Continued from page 21 Photos courtesy Annie Petraro Top photo: Joe signs copies of his books. He became a published author at only 7 years old. Bottom photo: Joe’s good deeds are so impressive that he was honored by Councilwoman Laura Ryder and the Town of Hempstead. 22 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway www.liherald.com
2023 - 2024 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway 23 A REVITALIZING REHABILITATION ENVIRONMENT That Meets & Exceeds Your Expectations For over 40 years, The Grand Pavilion has served the community’s subacute rehabilitation and longterm care needs with distinction. Today, The Grand Pavilion is a stateof-the-art rehabilitation environment where you are assured a paradigm of comfort-enhancing amenities and customized therapies under the direction of leading physicians. • Subacute Care • Orthopedic Rehabilitation • Pulmonary Rehabilitation • Wound Care • Concierge Services • 24-Hour Skilled Nursing CALL TODAY TO SCHEDULE YOUR PERSONAL TOUR 41 Maine Avenue Rockville Centre, NY 11570 (516) 536-7730 TheGrandPavilionRC.com A REVITALIZING REHABILITATION ENVIRONMENT That Meets & Exceeds Your Expectations For over 40 years, The Grand Pavilion has served the community’s subacute rehabilitation and longterm care needs with distinction. Today, The Grand Pavilion is a stateof-the-art rehabilitation environment where you are assured a paradigm of comfort-enhancing amenities and customized therapies under the direction of leading physicians. • Subacute Care • Orthopedic Rehabilitation • Pulmonary Rehabilitation • Wound Care • Concierge Services • 24-Hour Skilled Nursing CALL TODAY TO SCHEDULE YOUR PERSONAL TOUR A REVITALIZING REHABILITATION ENVIRONMENT That Meets & Exceeds Your Expectations For over 40 years, The Grand Pavilion has served the community’s subacute rehabilitation and longterm care needs with distinction. Today, The Grand Pavilion is a state-of-the-art rehabilitation environment where you are assured a paradigm of comfort-enhancing amenities and customized therapies under the direction of leading physicians. • Subacute Care • Orthopedic Rehabilitation • Pulmonary Rehabilitation • Wound Care • Concierge Services • 24-Hour Skilled Nursing 1222161
Christianity asks people to give freely, and that’s exactly what the parish administration and volunteers of Our Lady of Peace are here to do. Between their food pantry, employment services, bereavement support, and English classes, their goal is to help the people of Lynbrook in every stage of life. “It’s a beautiful feeling,” said Sister Barbara Faber, who has been with Our Lady of Peace for over 20 years and is the director of the parish social ministry. “Because we feel that we’re making their road a little bit easier.” The church’s food pantry has been serving the community for decades by providing support for individuals and families who don’t have the resources to put food on the table. Our Lady of Peace works with Temple Am Echad, which is also in Lynbrook, and other places of worship to provide meals — both non-perishables and homemade — to those in need. The parish has also started offering drive-by donations to make it easier for people to give to the pantry, as well as no-contact food pickup for those who want to maintain privacy. Though the pantry serves all of Lynbrook, it is organized and operated by only four volunteers. Mary Bradley, the administrative assistant of the parish social ministry, said their number of volunteers used to be much higher before Covid. In her eyes, the common thread that brings these few volunteers together is a commitment to kindness and giving back. “Jesus always said love God, love your neighbor,” said Sister Barbara. “And he was always reaching out, especially to the vulnerable, the sick, the needy. So that's very important to us.” Along with the food pantry, Our Lady of Peace provides a number of other services as well — bereavement supportwithspecializedcounselors, employment services with professionals to help review your resume, and medical transportation services for seniors, to name a few. The way these programs help its attendees—and the community Tim Baker/Herald photos Top photo: Juliet Laquidara, Sister Barbara Faber, administrative assistant Mary Bradley, Joanna Sansone, and Andrea Wong dedicate their time to running the food pantry. Bottom photo: Sister Barbara Faber, who has been with Our Lady of Peace for more than 20 years and is the director of the parish social ministry. at large — is tremendous. Many years ago, a mother, father and their baby depended on the church’s English as a Second Language services while trying to become American citizens. Now decades later, the mother and son are now both teachers, and the father works with kids who have special needs. A woman with two young sons who was diagnosed with breast cancer endured many complications, but by using Our Lady of Peace’s emotional support and employment services, she was able to get back on her feet a few years later. These programs give more than only skills — they give people “a basis of friendship, and getting back into life,” said Bradley. “It’s so important now, because you hear so muchaboutloneliness anddepression,” saidSister Barbara. “So groups like this, whether it be the ESL class,theemployment,thebereavementgroup—it Our Lady of Peace is here for Lynbrook gives people a chance to communicate and to be with others, and know that they’re not alone.” To volunteer or to learn more about the services Our Lady of Peace provides, call (516) 599-7448 or visit OLPLynbrook.com. — Nicole Formisano Top photo: Sister Barbara Faber and volunteer Juliet Laquidara help keep the food pantry up and running. Sister Barbara said that the common thread of all the volunteers is their dedication to kindness and giving back. Middle left photo: Non-perishables are always needed at the food pantry. They also provide gift cards so people can shop for their personal needs, and the Meal In A Minute program for those who need the love and warmth of a homemade meal. Middle right photo: Andrea Wong and Joanne Sansone are two of the small handful of volunteers who run the food pantry at Our Lady of Peace. Bottom left photo: Families and individuals alike rely on the food pantry year-round. 24 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway www.liherald.com
Christianity asks people to give freely, and that’s exactly what the parish administration and volunteers of Our Lady of Peace are here to do. Between their food pantry, employment services, bereavement support, and English classes, their goal is to help the people of Lynbrook in every stage of life. “It’s a beautiful feeling,” said Sister Barbara Faber, who has been with Our Lady of Peace for over 20 years and is the director of the parish social ministry. “Because we feel that we’re making their road a little bit easier.” The church’s food pantry has been serving the community for decades by providing support for individuals and families who don’t have the resources to put food on the table. Our Lady of Peace works with Temple Am Echad, which is also in Lynbrook, and other places of worship to provide meals — both non-perishables and homemade — to those in need. The parish has also started offering drive-by donations to make it easier for people to give to the pantry, as well as no-contact food pickup for those who want to maintain privacy. Though the pantry serves all of Lynbrook, it is organized and operated by only four volunteers. Mary Bradley, the administrative assistant of the parish social ministry, said their number of volunteers used to be much higher before Covid. In her eyes, the common thread that brings these few volunteers together is a commitment to kindness and giving back. “Jesus always said love God, love your neighbor,” said Sister Barbara. “And he was always reaching out, especially to the vulnerable, the sick, the needy. So that's very important to us.” Along with the food pantry, Our Lady of Peace provides a number of other services as well — bereavement supportwithspecializedcounselors, employment services with professionals to help review your resume, and medical transportation services for seniors, to name a few. The way these programs help its attendees—and the community Tim Baker/Herald photos Top photo: Juliet Laquidara, Sister Barbara Faber, administrative assistant Mary Bradley, Joanna Sansone, and Andrea Wong dedicate their time to running the food pantry. Bottom photo: Sister Barbara Faber, who has been with Our Lady of Peace for more than 20 years and is the director of the parish social ministry. at large — is tremendous. Many years ago, a mother, father and their baby depended on the church’s English as a Second Language services while trying to become American citizens. Now decades later, the mother and son are now both teachers, and the father works with kids who have special needs. A woman with two young sons who was diagnosed with breast cancer endured many complications, but by using Our Lady of Peace’s emotional support and employment services, she was able to get back on her feet a few years later. These programs give more than only skills — they give people “a basis of friendship, and getting back into life,” said Bradley. “It’s so important now, because you hear so muchaboutloneliness anddepression,” saidSister Barbara. “So groups like this, whether it be the ESL class,theemployment,thebereavementgroup—it Our Lady of Peace is here for Lynbrook gives people a chance to communicate and to be with others, and know that they’re not alone.” To volunteer or to learn more about the services Our Lady of Peace provides, call (516) 599-7448 or visit OLPLynbrook.com. — Nicole Formisano Top photo: Sister Barbara Faber and volunteer Juliet Laquidara help keep the food pantry up and running. Sister Barbara said that the common thread of all the volunteers is their dedication to kindness and giving back. Middle left photo: Non-perishables are always needed at the food pantry. They also provide gift cards so people can shop for their personal needs, and the Meal In A Minute program for those who need the love and warmth of a homemade meal. Middle right photo: Andrea Wong and Joanne Sansone are two of the small handful of volunteers who run the food pantry at Our Lady of Peace. Bottom left photo: Families and individuals alike rely on the food pantry year-round. 2023 - 2024 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway 25
What started as a quarantine project has now helped nearly 400 cats and dogs find their forever homes. After graduating college in 2020, Lynbrook resident Johanna Baeyens needed something to give her purpose. “I’m usually one to always keep busy,” Baeyens said. “And I wasn’t because of the pandemic.” And then the calls started rolling in. A lifelong animal lover, Baeyens received calls from family memberswhowere finding stray kittens and didn’t know what to do with them. With so many shelters closed, she took it upon herself to make sure the strays got the care they needed. “I started taking them in, and I had no idea what I was doing,” Baeyens said. “So I started working with a local rescue, and they took in the kittens I fostered for them. And then after a couple months, I was like, ‘I can do this.’” Once Baeyens gained the experience and confidencetostartherownrescue,Lend-A-Pawwas born.Whatstartedasjustafewcatsquicklybecame 20, and then over 100 in a matter of months. A year after its inception, Lend-A-Paw had over 200 cats. The numbers were particularly high during the height of the pandemic because so few shelters were functioning at full capacity — plus, many animalshadbeenadoptedandthenabandonedas ‘pandemic pets’ became popular. With more cats than available foster homes, Baeyenstransformedhergarageintoarescuecenter and safe haven forthe cats. She learned abouttrap, neuter andrelease, andprovidedforthem at a time other organizations would not. In summer of 2021, Baeyens started taking in dogs too. She became a New Hope partner with the Animal Cares Center in Manhattan, and pulled dogs from the shelter to help match them with new homes. The vast majority of those dogs had been on ACC’s kill list — now they’re with loving families. Tim Baker/Herald photos Top photo: Volunteers with kitties looking for homes, including Lisa Hundertmark with Tom, Jill Palumbo with Clippers, Joanna Palumbo with Fred, Johanna Baeyens with Timmy Turner, Olivia Aslan with Auggie, and Alexis Brown with Mojito Bottom photo: Lend-A-Paw cares for cats of all ages, making sure they’re well fed, well socialized, and well loved until they find a home. “I personally keep in contact with most of our adopters,” Baeyens said. “A lot of them still keep in contact, and send me adoption photos.” Baeyens said that seeing the happy dogs and cats with their new humans is the best part of Lend-A-Paw for both her and her volunteers. Though the job can sometimes be exhausting and emotionally draining, the fact that they’re helping these furry friends get a second chance in life makes it all worth it. “Honestly, that’s what keeps me going,” she said. “On our Instagram, we have a cat and dog highlight — which is the animals that we’ve gotten adopted — and every so often I’ll look at it just to remind myself: this is why we keep doing it.” Now Lend-A-Paw, which is funded purely by donations, has its own storefront at 3523 Weidner Ave. in Oceanside and is taking care of roughly 50 cats and dogs. Those interested in adopting, fosteringorvolunteeringcanvisitLendAPawInc.com Lynbrook animal shelter finds homes for rescues to learn more. — Nicole Formisano Middle left photo: Johanna Baeyens cares for the cats’ individual needs and provides medical services until they get adopted. Many of the dogs and cats were rescued from a kill shelter. Middle right photo: The Lend-A-Paw volunteers, including Alexis Brown pictured here, make sure each animal is receiving the care they deserve. Bottom left photo: Family and friends have always known, Johanna Baeyens, with pal Georgie, as an animal lover. 26 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway www.liherald.com
What started as a quarantine project has now helped nearly 400 cats and dogs find their forever homes. After graduating college in 2020, Lynbrook resident Johanna Baeyens needed something to give her purpose. “I’m usually one to always keep busy,” Baeyens said. “And I wasn’t because of the pandemic.” And then the calls started rolling in. A lifelong animal lover, Baeyens received calls from family memberswhowere finding stray kittens and didn’t know what to do with them. With so many shelters closed, she took it upon herself to make sure the strays got the care they needed. “I started taking them in, and I had no idea what I was doing,” Baeyens said. “So I started working with a local rescue, and they took in the kittens I fostered for them. And then after a couple months, I was like, ‘I can do this.’” Once Baeyens gained the experience and confidencetostartherownrescue,Lend-A-Pawwas born.Whatstartedasjustafewcatsquicklybecame 20, and then over 100 in a matter of months. A year after its inception, Lend-A-Paw had over 200 cats. The numbers were particularly high during the height of the pandemic because so few shelters were functioning at full capacity — plus, many animalshadbeenadoptedandthenabandonedas ‘pandemic pets’ became popular. With more cats than available foster homes, Baeyenstransformedhergarageintoarescuecenter and safe haven forthe cats. She learned abouttrap, neuter andrelease, andprovidedforthem at a time other organizations would not. In summer of 2021, Baeyens started taking in dogs too. She became a New Hope partner with the Animal Cares Center in Manhattan, and pulled dogs from the shelter to help match them with new homes. The vast majority of those dogs had been on ACC’s kill list — now they’re with loving families. Tim Baker/Herald photos Top photo: Volunteers with kitties looking for homes, including Lisa Hundertmark with Tom, Jill Palumbo with Clippers, Joanna Palumbo with Fred, Johanna Baeyens with Timmy Turner, Olivia Aslan with Auggie, and Alexis Brown with Mojito Bottom photo: Lend-A-Paw cares for cats of all ages, making sure they’re well fed, well socialized, and well loved until they find a home. “I personally keep in contact with most of our adopters,” Baeyens said. “A lot of them still keep in contact, and send me adoption photos.” Baeyens said that seeing the happy dogs and cats with their new humans is the best part of Lend-A-Paw for both her and her volunteers. Though the job can sometimes be exhausting and emotionally draining, the fact that they’re helping these furry friends get a second chance in life makes it all worth it. “Honestly, that’s what keeps me going,” she said. “On our Instagram, we have a cat and dog highlight — which is the animals that we’ve gotten adopted — and every so often I’ll look at it just to remind myself: this is why we keep doing it.” Now Lend-A-Paw, which is funded purely by donations, has its own storefront at 3523 Weidner Ave. in Oceanside and is taking care of roughly 50 cats and dogs. Those interested in adopting, fosteringorvolunteeringcanvisitLendAPawInc.com Lynbrook animal shelter finds homes for rescues to learn more. — Nicole Formisano Middle left photo: Johanna Baeyens cares for the cats’ individual needs and provides medical services until they get adopted. Many of the dogs and cats were rescued from a kill shelter. Middle right photo: The Lend-A-Paw volunteers, including Alexis Brown pictured here, make sure each animal is receiving the care they deserve. Bottom left photo: Family and friends have always known, Johanna Baeyens, with pal Georgie, as an animal lover. 2023 - 2024 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway 27
stay connected with the we are just a away! CLICK, CALL OR LETTER In many ways, putting out a newspaper each week is an interactive process. We need your participation to do our job, so we offer you, our readers, a reminder of how and when to reach us. For news of upcoming events sponsored by civic, service, religious or community organizations, the deadline is 10 a.m. the Friday before publication. We also welcome news of your family life, your business life and your social life. We accept obituaries and Neighbors in the News items, including awards, honors, births, graduations, marriages and promotions. These items are printed at no charge to you. We value your opinions, and provide a forum for them in our popular Letters to the Editor space. Letters are accepted until 5 p.m. the Friday before publication, and should be no more than 350 words. The Herald also offers tours of its Garden City headquarters and printing plant for schools, scouts and other community groups. To schedule a tour, contact Michael Romero at (516) 569-4000, Ext. 235, or email [email protected]. Mark Nolan • Editor Email: [email protected] Mail: Lynbrook/East Rockaway Herald, 2 Endo Blvd., Garden City, N.Y. 11530 Website: www.liherald.com Editor: Mark Nolan ([email protected]) (516) 569-4000 ext. 246 Vice President of Sales: Rhonda Glickman ([email protected]) (516) 569-4000 ext. 250 Subscriptions: (516) 569-4000, press "7," or online at www.liherald.com/subscribe. News items, including awards, honors, births, $1.00 VOL. 29 NO. 25 JUNE 16 - 22, 2022 Baseball organizer a diamond in rough Page 5 HERALD _______ Lynbrook/east rockaway ______ Also serving Bay Park New Faces/ Places Inside FACES/ PLACES Spotlight on the evolving local business scene June 2022 W • Senior Health and Beyond Expo • Excellence in Health Care Awards Pull-out sections inside New apartment complex called a ‘win-win’ By MIKE SMOLLINS [email protected] It’s been called an “e A “blight.” But yesore.” soon it may be called “no more.” Developers seek to demolish the former Mangrove Feather factory, on Broadway in Lyn brook as - early as next month, and replace it with a $95 million, 201-unit t r a n s it - o r i e n t e d apartment complex dubbed the Langdon Apartments. It’s a project welcomed by Lynbrook mayor Alan Beach. “I’m looking forward to the demolition of the building,” he said, “and the new project being starte Severa d.” l administration sought to r s edevelop t vacant fac he longtory. After years trying to conv of ince prope owner Bar rty ry Singer to sell, Bre slin Realty st - ago with p epped in five years lans to convert the industrial land into a high-de sity resident nial complex. Years of negotiations lowed, finall foly earning village board approval last year. Breslin has partnered with Fields Grade Development build a 278,0 to 00-square-f develo oot pment filled primari with one-b ly edroom units. there will But be a handful dio and two-be of studroom apart ments as we - ll. Along with razing the old factory — which has been mant sin dorce 2008 — developers will also tear down a twofamily home nearby on Langdon Place as well as a warehouse on Saperstein Plaza. C o n s t r u c ti o n could take up to two years to complete. Beach and Buildi n g D ep a r t m e n t S u p e r i n t e n d e n t Brian Stant they could not on said offer a definitive date for razing the vacant fa ry, becau ctose National Grid PSEG sti and ll had to disco power. Stan nnect ton said he hop the building ed could be dem ished by midolJuly, but noted there could be setbacks. David Orwasher, Breslin’s chief development offic not return er, did calls requestin comment, b g ut he told the Her ald last Mar - ch that he was CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Tim Baker/Herald For the first time since 2019, East Rockaway hosted the Huckleberry Frolic last Saturday in Memorial Park. Emily Butler, 9, showed off her karate skills. Return of Huckleberry Frolic is just a rollicking good time By MIKE SMOLLINS [email protected] For the first time in three years, residents from across Nassau County flocked to Memorial Park for the Huckleberry Frolic last Saturday. “It was a rousing success,” e Regina Cu vent organizer nningham said. “I’ve many people never seen so there. All the chil happy with the animals and dren were so All of the mo the rides.” ney raised at the event went to which wa the Grist Mill Museum, on Woods Avenue, s built in 1688 and is a beloved building in the village. Cunningham, who serves on the Grist Mill Committee, said that the fundraising total had not been tallied at p This year’s F ress time. rolic was the first since its 50th anniversary celebration in 2019, and the first one that Cunningham org East Rock anized. away Mayor Brun described the o Romano event as “a huge noted that t success” and he community was excited to have it back. “I truly believe that everyo out and fin ne wanted to get ally spend some time watching the performers, visiting the vendors and enjoying the various type of foods being sold by food vendors,” Romano said. “I was praying all week for good weather, and it certai out to be a nly turned wonderful day. I wo thank a uld again like to ll of the volunteers, vendors and supporters of this event. Our community is certainly blessed to have our own m many can enjoy for useum, which generations to come.” CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 I ’m looking forward to the demolition of the building. ALAN BEACH Lynbrook mayor 28 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway www.liherald.com1224703 SELL • BUY RENT • INVEST CALL FOR A FREE NO OBLIGATION HOME EVALUATION SAMANTHA YAGNISIS Lic. RE Salesperson C: (516) 350-4670 S&M Prompt Rubbish Removal Inc. Removal Service & Dumpster Rentals 425 West Sunrise Hwy, Freeport 516-223-2010 Available in 10, 15, 20, & 30 yard containers DUMPSTER RENTALS Starting at $395 CHILD SAFE • MAINTENANCE FREE MOLD FREE • INSECT FREE Visit Our Showroom – 425 W. Sunrise Hwy. Freeport 516.377.3667 www.BsafeRubberMulch.com THEY HAVE ARRIVED! Flexible Borders are Here! We are the only carriers on Long Island who stock these flexible borders. Available for immediate pick up! We carry RUBBER MULCH IN 40lb. BAGS Covers Approx. 9 sq. ft. 2 Inches Deep Call for Pricing LARGE INVENTORY DELIVERY AVAILABLE FLEXIBLE BORDERS AMAZING LANDSCAPING Don’t You Want Your Child To B-SAFE? Licensed Transfer Station 1-800-640-WASTE S&M tIRe RecyclIng 1223000
2023 - 2024 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway 29 I LYNBROOK AND EAST ROCKAWAY Subscribe today to stay up-to-date on all the important news you need to know: • Local schools • High school sports • Town, village and county government • Shopping, dining and more! real local, real news. 0000000 Sign up today and get 3 months FREE! Use promo code: GUIDE23. Go to liherald.com/subscribe Select the LYNBROOK / EAST ROCKAWAY HERALD from the list and enter promo code: GUIDE23 to get 3 months FREE! - Questions? Call us at 516-569-4000 x7 Hurry, this limited time offer ends on 9/30/23 Note: Offer good on our auto pay option only. Your credit card will be automatically charged $9.75 after the 3 FREE months and every quarter after that.
ELECTED OFFICIALS Lynbrook ViLLage board of TrusTees Alan Beach Mayor Robert Boccio Trustee Ann Marie Reardon Trustee Michael Hawxhurst Deputy Mayor ToWn of HeMPsTead Town of Hempstead Supervisor Don Clavin (R) One Washington St., Hempstead N.Y. 11550 (516) 489-6000 [email protected] Town of Hempstead Councilwoman - 4th District Laura Ryder (R) One Washington St. Hempstead N.Y. 11550 (516) 812-3252 [email protected] nassau CounTy Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman (R) 1550 Franklin Ave. Mineola, N.Y. 11501 (516) 571-3131 Nassau County Legislator - 4th District Denise Ford (R) 1550 Franklin Ave., Mineola, N.Y. 11501 (516) 571- 6204 Nassau County District Attorney Anne Donnelly (R) 262 Old Country Road Mineola, N.Y. 11501 (516) 571-3800 Nassau County Legislator - 6th District William Gaylor III (R) 1550 Franklin Ave., Mineola, N.Y. 11501 (516) 571- 6206 federaL United States Senator Charles E. Schumer (D) 780 Third Av., Suite 2301 New York, N.Y. 10017 (212) 486-4430 United States Senate 322 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 (202) 224-6542 United States Senator Kirsten E. Gillibrand (D) 780 3rd Ave., Suite 2601 New York, N.Y. 10017 (212) 688-6262 United States Senate 478 Russell Building Washington, D.C. 20510 (202) 224-4451 United States Representative 4th District Anthony D'Esposito (R) 229 7th St., Suite 102 Garden City, N.Y. 11530 (516) 739-3008 1508 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515 (202) 225-5516 sTaTe Nassau County Comptroller Elaine Phillips (R) 240 Old Country Road Mineola, N.Y. 11501 (516) 571-2386 NCComptroller@ NassauCountyNY.gov Governor Katherine Hochul (D) State Capitol Building Albany, N.Y. 12224 (518) 474-8390 Nassau County Legislator - 7th District Howard Kopel (R) 1550 Franklin Ave. Mineola, N.Y. 11501 (516) 571- 6207 State Assembly - 21st District Brian Curran (R) 74 N. Village Ave. Rockville Centre, N.Y. 11570 (516) 561-8216 New York State Assembly Albany, N.Y. 12248 (518) 455-5801 [email protected] State Senate - 9th District Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick (R) 265 E. Merrick Road, Suite 101 Valley Stream, N.Y. 11580 (516) 766-8383 New York State Senate Legislative Office Bldg., Room 415, Albany, N.Y. 12247 (518) 455-2400 [email protected] easT roCkaWay ViLLage board of TrusTees Gordon Fox Mayor Frank Passanisi III Trustee Bruno Romano Deputy Mayor Tim O'Hagan Trustee 30 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway www.liherald.com
2023 - 2024 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway 31 WINDOW THERAPY 1223618 516-400-9226 | www.windowtherapy.com Free Shop at Home or Visit Our Showroom: ALL CUSTOM: • BLINDS • SHADES • SHUTTERS • DRAPERIES 147 Main Street, East Rockaway, NY 11518 Changing Your View Of The World Since 1982 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE, GIVE US A CALL. 97 Broadway, Lynbrook Open 10:30am - 10:00pm Everyday 516-218-2245 | www.atlwingspot.com 1224097 Order pickup & Delivery Now! LONG ISLAND'S BEST WINGS NOW OPEN!!
PLACES OF WORSHIP East Rockaway Churches Bethany Congregational Church PastorMark J. Lukens 100 Main St. (516) 599-5768 East Rockaway Church of the Nazarene Pastor Stephan Hurkens 124 Garfield Place (516) 599-3116 St. Raymond's Roman Catholic Church Pastor Friar Chuck Romano 263 Atlantic Ave. (516) 593-5000 Synagogues Hewlett-East Rockaway Jewish Centre Rabbi Michael Schlesinger 295 Main St. (516) 599-2634 HERJC Religious School (516) 599-0424 Nursery School (516) 599-1169 Courtesy Brian Grogan Members of the East Rockaway Fire Department and Nassau County emergency personnel saluted the casket of former Fire Chief Daniel Pignataro at his funeral Mass on July 18 at St. Raymond’s Roman Catholic Church. Pignataro died of cancer on July 13, at 46. Lynbrook Churches St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church 49 Blake Ave. (516) 792-6050 St. Mary's Syrian Orthodox Church 45 Union Place (516) 887-1699 Hendrickson Avenue Bible Church 61 Hendrickson Ave. (516) 599-4645 HendricksonAvenueBibleChurch.com Lynbrook Baptist Church Pastor Robert Walderman 225 Earle Ave. LynbrookBaptist.org Our Lady of Peace Roman Catholic Church Pastor Richard T. Stelter 25 Fowler Ave. (516) 599-6414 Religious Education Office (516) 593-5150 School - (516) 593-4884 St. James United Methodist Church Paster Penny L. Gadzini 11 St James Place (516) 599-5148 St.John's Incarnation Lutheran Church Pastor Alexander Kennedy 13 Blake Ave. (516) 599-0778 [email protected] StJohnIncarnation.org The Vineyard Church 180 Denton Ave. (516) 678-7888 Synagogues Temple Am EchadSouth Shore Reform Congregation One Saperstein Plaza (516) 593-4004 Religious School (516) 593-4004 32 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway www.liherald.com
2023 - 2024 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway 33 We EDUCATION • RITUAL • COMMUNITY Are YOUR 295 Main Street • East Rockaway • New York • 11518 www.herjc.org • @HERJCcommunity • 516-599-2634 • Early Childhood Center Mommy & Me thru Pre-K • Religious School Building Blocks & Gan programs offers innovative and exciting programming •Kadima & USY for preteens and teens •Egalitarian Shabbat services are a wonderful way to start the weekend! •Adult Learning classes and lectures COMMUNITY! WHERE TRADITIONAL AND MODERN MEET For more info. contact Lisa Stein • [email protected] 1223092 Kenneth Lysak, Jr.; Philip M. Taglia; Martin L. Clarke 118 Union Ave., Lynbrook • www.perryfh.com 516 593-1111 LIVE STREAMING OF FUNERAL SERVICES AVAILABLE • Area’s Largest Chapel • Ample Parking • Newly Renovated • Cremation Services • Medicaid Approved BurialTrusts Arranged • Pre-Planning Services • Family Owned & Operated 1223349
Dear Neighbors, The Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce is a vital part of our village. Our members are dedicated to improving the wonderful sense of community we all share as we work together to maintain a healthy and vibrant economic — as well as social — environment for our residents. Our members are frequently called upon to support our many not-for-profi t and charitable organizations. We give graciously, as these organizations are an important part of what makes Lynbrook a wonderful place to live, work and play. We hope you’ve enjoyed the chambersponsored Cruise Nights this summer, frequented the Dine-Arounds, “Experienced Lynbrook,” or parked your bike at one of our chamber-donated bike racks! In addition to our commitment to our community, we are dedicated to supporting our members through our website, our directory, our networking events, and the various business-related workshops we conduct on a monthly basis. A glance through our listing shows that we are a diverse group of experts from all walks of life. So much of what you need in your everyday living is off ered right here at home, so we urge you to support us, too. We need, want and enjoy your business! Our stores and restaurants are conveniently located right down the street from you! Shop local and join us as we continue to build a better and stronger business community. Sincerely, Polly Talbott, CCP president Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce A MESSAGE FROM THE LYNBROOK CHAMBER PRESIDENT Courtesy Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce members gather at the 2023 Installation Dinner. 34 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway www.liherald.com
Courtesy Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce Lynbrook celebrates its first responders at the Chamber’s Classic Car Cruise-In. LYNBROOK Chamber of Commerce All businesses are in Lynbrook, NY 11563 unless noted Continued on next page Auto Repair Shops - Automotive Celebrity Chase Collision (516) 593-0920 Father and Son Auto Corp. Anthony Cacioppo (516) 815-2188 170 Atlantic Ave. FatherAndSonAutoCorp.com Bakeries - Restaurants, Food & Beverages Sweet Peace Specialty Cakes Allison Shapiro Winterton (516) 596-2253 26A Atlantic Ave. TheSweetPeace.com Banks & Credit Unions - Finance & Insurance Webster Bank Denise Rogers (516) 887-3100 619 Sunrise Highway SNB.com Beauty Salons & Spas - Personal Services & Care Earthtones Salon Carolann Basile (516) 823-0386 148 Hendrickson Ave. European Wax Center Laura Gallina (516) 417-3673 603 Sunrise Highway WaxCenter.com Lynbrook Massage Therapy Laurie Cassano (516) 596-9100 94 Atlantic Ave. LynbrookMassage.com Catering - Restaurants, Food & Beverages Hummus Fit Tony Mavruk (516) 400-9526 433 Sunrise Highway MyHummusfit.com Chiropractors - Health Care House of Health Chiropractic Caitlin Brown (516) 321-0397 185 Merrick Road, Suite 2-D HouseOfHealthLynbrook.com Community & Civic Organizations Historical Society of ER/Lynbrook Madeline Pearson (718) 593-5791 P. O. Box 351 East Rockaway 11518 HSERL.com Lynbrook American Legion Post 335 William Marinaccio (516) 599-4877 P.O. Box 62 Lynbrook East Rockaway Soccer Club Carlos Ospina P.O. Box 2 East Rockaway, NY 11518 Lynbrook Little League Michael Solow (516) 887-2626 P.O. Box 865 LynbrookLittleLeague.com Lynbrook PBA Anthony Falsitta (516) 418-3399 P. O. Box 509 LynbrookPBAss.org Accountants Finance & Insurance Andrew Fudrini CPA P.C. Andrew Fudrini (516) 962-9696 486 Sunrise Highway, Suite 203 Rockville Centre 11570 AFCPA-PC.com AVMDeMars CPA PC Shirish Mohile (516) 248-9100 275 Hillside Ave. Williston Park 11596 AVMDeMars.com Goldgrab CPA PLLC Shelby Goldgrab CPA (516) 908-7770 46 Stauderman Ave. GoldgrabCPA.com Architectual Design & Building - Construction & Home Contractors Kitchen Loft of Nassau County Stephen Wangel (516) 599-5946 10 Union Ave. StephenWangel.com Assisted Living - Health Care Atria Tanglewood Steven Lynch (516) 256-0088 125 Ocean Ave. AtriaTanglewood.com Assisted Living - Health Care Sunrise of North Lynbrook Larissa Kostal (516) 596-2377 53 Franklin Ave. The Bristal Assisted Living at Lynbrook Lori McGuinness (516) 593-2424 8 Freer St. TheBristal.com/lynbrook Attorneys - Legal Glassman Law Group Adam Glassman (516) 823-1800 34 Atlantic Ave., Suite 200 Law Office of Bruce Hafner Bruce Haffner (516) 593-5656 81 Hempstead Ave. HafnerLaw.net Vincent L Petraro PLLC Vincent Petraro (212) 736-0525 34 Atlantic Ave. Auto Dealers - New and Used - Automotive Crown Ford Chris Andersen (516) 599-0600 420 Merrick Road CrownFordOnline.com 2023 - 2024 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway 35
Continued from previous page Regal Cinemas Neville Lewis (516) 823-0170 321 Merrick Road RegalCinemas.com Exterminators - Home & Garden Allways Exterminating Company Howard Ryder (516) 599-7674 315 Denton Ave. AllwaysExterminating.com Financial & Investment Services - Finance & Insurance Westco Financial Group James Westmacott (516) 596-5070 77 Hempstead Ave. Florists - Shopping & Specialty Retail Stefan's Florist Danae Stefanakos (516) 239-2402 48 Rockaway Turnpike 1 Lawrence 11559 StefansFloristNY.com Funeral & Cremation Services - Personal Services & Care Flinch & Bruns Funeral Home Michael Grant (516) 599-3600 34 Hempstead Ave. Perry's Funeral Home Alan Schneier (516) 599-5400 118 Union Ave. Hardware - Shopping & Specialty Retail Miller's Housewares Stuart Neufeld (516) 599-1336 40 Atlantic Ave. MillersLynbrook.com Health Care Comprehensive Audiology Esther Fogel (516) 387-4000 261 Broadway ComprehensiveAudiology.com Corrective Health & Wellness Dr. David Hecht (516) 825-7100 498 Merrick Road HechtChiro.com Lenox Hill Radiology Tyler Hecht (516) 798-4242 443 Sunrise Highway LenoxHillRadiology.com Lynbrook Restorative Therapy & Nursing Denise Walsh (516) 599-2744 243 Atlantic Ave. East Rockaway 11518 LynbrookRehab.com New York Friendly Home Care Donielle Galucci (516) 812-0007 29 Franklin Ave. NYFriendlyHomecare.com Walk In Medical Center Rehab Daren Berrios (516) 341-7706 255 Broadway WalkInMedicalCenterRehab.com Home Furnishings - Home & Garden C&L Plumbing Supply Inc. Stephanie Kornblum-Knight (516) 599-6655 196 Merrick Road CandlPlumbingSupply.com Daikin HVAC Hunter Isnardi (516) 644-1913 23 West Merrick Road Valley Stream 11580 DaikinComfort.com Hospitals & Clinics - Health Care Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital Dana Sanneman (516) 377-5270 One Healthy Highway Oceanside 11572 SouthNassau.org The Woman's Health Pavilion Andre Saad (516) 881-9560 42 Lincoln Place ILoveMyGYN.com Human Resources Services - Business & Professional Services Administrative Services Only Michela Argento (516) 394-9403 303 Merrick Road, Suite 300 ASONet.com Checkline Brett Linzer (917) 599-7875 175 Vincent Ave. Checkline.com Insurance - Finance & Insurance Geico Local Office Melissa Matassa (516) 881-3210 475 Sunrise Hwy geico.com/lynbrook-matassa NGL Insurance Group Jeffrey Greenfield (516) 599-1100 112 Merrick Road NGLGroup.com LYNBROOK Chamber of Commerce All businesses are in Lynbrook, NY 11563 unless noted Continued on next page New York Elks Lodge 1 Don Kolman (516) 599-1515 57 Hempstead Ave. NYElks1.org Per Sempre Lodge 2344 Eleanor Jobaggy (516) 358-9151 64 Farnum Blvd. Franklin Square 11010 Contractors - Construction & Home Contractors Lanzello Remodeling Bryan Christopher Lanzello (516) 612-2151 138 Prospect Ave. Hewlett 11557 Mako Plumbing & Heating Inc. Richard Gazola (516) 285-9879 17 Maple Ave. MakoPlumbing.com Cooking Schools - Restaurants, Food & Beverages Polly Talbott's A la Carte (516) 317-2075 PollyTalbott.com Dental - Health Care Family Dentistry of Lynbrook Rash Patel (516) 599-0059 95 Scranton Ave. DentistryOfLynbrook.com Gary S.Cohen DDS Gary Cohen (516) 599-3112 103 Hempstead Ave. Perfect Smile Dental Arts P.C. Olga Kovalenko (516) 360-4256 185 Merrick Road, Suite 2-C PerfectSmileDentalArts.com Dry Cleaners & Laundromats - Personal Services & Care Jami's Cleaners Diego Mancilla (516) 599-9022 240 Hempstead Ave. Education - Government, Education & Individuals Ryu's Martial Arts Kim Ryu (516) 596-2444 309 Sunrise Highway Entertainment - Arts, Culture & Entertainment Beatsonfilm Productions Shatek king (516) 813-8698 96 Atlantic Ave, Second Floor Beatsonfilm.com 36 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway www.liherald.com
Continued from previous page PGS Printing and Graphic Services Glenn Pollack (516) 599-0400 536 Merrick Road PGSPrinting.com Richner Printing Services Michael Karff 2 Endo Blvd. Garden City 11530 (516) 569-4000, Ext. 288 [email protected] Public Relations - Advertising & Media Corbett Public Relations William Corbett (516) 775-0435 111 South Tyson Ave. Floral Park 11001 CorbettPR.com Real Estate Services - Real Estate, Moving & Storage Cpa Realty Cory Hirsch (516) 284-6935 273 Merrick Road DeSantis Property Solutions Roseann DeSantis (631) 875-0238 25 Newton Ave. Harrontine Realty Corp Harold Reese (516) 574-1695 74 Whitehall Road Rockville Centre 11570 LaRosa Realty New York Charles D'Agostino (516) 721-8885 70 Sunrise Drive Lisa Fava Realtor Lisa Fava 13 Duryea Place LisaFavaRealtor.com Next Level Real Estate New York Maria Lindh (516) 688-3593 192-A Hempstead Ave. NextLevelRealEstateNY.com Restaurants - Restaurants, Food & Beverages Craft Kitchen & Taphouse Anthony Geraci (516) 341-0547 44 Stauderman Ave. CraftLynbrook.com Hibachibachi Keiji Inatome (516) 612-0478 350 Sunrise Highway Il Pozzo Casual Wine Bar & Kitchen Dominic Natoli (516) 596-7870 46 Atlantic Ave. IlPozzoWineBar.com Livorno Ristorante (516) 439-4881 LivornoLynbrook.com Lynbrook Bagels Kaitlyn Gateson (516) 596-0917 26 Atlantic Ave. LynbrookBagels.com McQuade's Neighborhood Grill James Laurelli (516) 668-2884 275 Merrick Road McQuadesLynbrook.com Pearsall's Station Brian Fern (516) 887-8384 479 Sunrise Highway PearsallStation.com LYNBROOK Chamber of Commerce All businesses are in Lynbrook, NY 11563 unless noted Simon Paston & Sons Jacob Scheiner 381 Sunrise Highway Fourth Floor Paston.com Umanoff Boyer Agency Terry Boyer (516) 872-2000 151 Atlantic Ave. UmanoffBoyerInsurance.com Jewelry - Shopping & Specialty Retail Unicorn Jewels Denise Daniels (516) 599-1979 29 Atlantic Ave. UnicornJewelsInc.com Moving - Real Estate, Moving & Storage Men on the Move Geffen Rodick (516) 589-7560 150 Crossways Drive W. Woodbury 11797 MenOnTheMove.com Party Rentals - Arts, Culture & Entertainment Little Balloon Cottage AnnMarie Lubrano (516) 233-6166 81 Grant Ave. East Rockaway 11518 Pharmacy - Health Care Picker Pharmacy Sayan Zachariah (516) 599-0079 18 Atlantic Ave. Printing & Promotional Services - Advertising & Media AC Graphics Axel Cancinos (516) 341-8261 532 Merrick Road ACGraphicsNY.com LMN Printing Co. Inc. Hunter Isnardi (516) 285-8526 23 West Merrick Road Valley Stream 11580 LMNPrinting.com Lynbrook / East Rockaway Herald Rhonda Glickman 516-569-4000, Ext. 250 2 Endo Blvd. Garden City 11530 LIHerald.com Lynbrook Swag / Corporate Specialties Adam Glickman (516) 705-5888 56 Main St. East Rockaway 11518 CorpSpecla.com Continued on next page Courtesy Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce Polly Talbot, Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce president (from left), is joined by Steve Wangel, chamber executive director, and Shirish Mohile, chamber treasurer, at Cruise Night. A staple of the summer season in Lynbrook, it’s hosted by the chamber of commerce. 2023 - 2024 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway 37
38 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway www.liherald.com Continued from previous page John Zangler Expert Watch and Jewelry (718) 225-4380 5 Stauderman Ave. Malatesta Paladino Inc. Michael Paladino (718) 523-5656 368 Ocean Ave. Michaels Electric Supply David Greenberg (516) 593-7200 456 Merrick Road MichaelsElectric.com Party Expressions,Inc./ LI Signs 4U Linda Schneider 534 Merrick Road Priority 1 Security Services, LLC Glenn Jacobsen (516) 880-4388 22 Kowall Place The New Standard Trio Christine Solimeno 599 Jerome Court Franklin Square 11010 Y&Z Party Rentals Yanique Walters (347) 607-7223 Daley Place LYNBROOK Chamber of Commerce All businesses are in Lynbrook, NY 11563 unless noted Prime 39 Restaurant Bryant Postell (516) 837-3939 39 Atlantic Ave. Prime39.com River Mill Tavern & Tables Frank Pignataro (516) 599-2700 100 Ocean Ave. RiverMillLynbrook.com Shaking Crab, Lynbrook Fanny Truong (347) 701-2939 2223 W. 7th St. Brooklyn 11223 ShakingCrab.com So Far So Good Chinese Restaurant Jason Jue (516) 599-2131 17 Broadway SoFarSoGood.us Sunday Morning Franelyn Moreno (917) 613-0402 88-B Atlantic Ave. The Chef's Table Steve Deslandes (631) 604-7515 12 Watkins St. lynbrook.thechefstable.us Vincent's Pizzeria & Restaurant Joe Carusone (516) 599-1204 14 Atlantic Ave. VincentsLynbrook.com Security Services - Personal Services & Care Viana Technology Services LLC Tom Cuccias (347) 385-1764 18 Devon St. VianaTechServices.com Courtesy Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce Snap Scene photography studio is a welcome addition to Atlantic Avenue. Sports & Recreation The Little Gym of Lynbrook Kara Ryan (516) 764-1600 111 Broadway TheLittleGym.com/lynbrookny Take Out & Delivery - Restaurants, Food & Beverages F & L Deli & Catering Joseph Bocci (516) 599-6099 38 Atlantic Ave. FNLDeli.com Toys Games & Hobbies - Shopping & Specialty Retail Trainland Kenneth Bianco Sr. (516) 599-7080 293 Sunrise Highway TrainWorld.co Websites & Internet - Business & Professional Services Chrein.com Web Design Lloyd Chrein (212) 496-1637 14 Wall St., Suite 2036 New York 10005 Chrein.com Miscellaneous Francine's Cakes Francine Alonso (917) 573-5468 150 Scranton Ave.
2023 - 2024 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway 39 we never quit Ad sponsored by the Village of Lynbrook 1222538
40 Living In Lynbrook/E Rockaway www.liherald.com 1222537 Lynbrook CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Lynbrook Means Business! lynbrookusa.com [email protected] 516-242-4649 Shop, Dine and Play Local!