Weekly 1.22.16

Upcoming Meetings and Events: Sun 1/24 - NSHS Independent Projects in Art Opening, Sea Cliff Library, 2-3 pm; Mon. 1/25 - Sea Cliff Architectural Review Board, Village Hall, 8 pm; Tues. 1/26: North Shore Audubon Society Lecture - Winged Seduction, Birds of Paradise, Manhasset Public Library, 7 pm

(click for complete calendar, including Gold Coast and Sea Cliff Library Events)

Wed 1/27 - Sea Cliff Village Court, Village Hall, 7:30 pm, Wed 1/27 - Roslyn Harbor Planning Board Meeting, RH Village Hall, 7 pm; Thurs 1/28 - North Shore School Board Budget Review, Middle School Cafeteria, 7:30; Sat. 1/30 - Sea Cliff Lions Benefit at Sea Cliff Firehouse, begins 7:30 pm.

Friday, January 22, 2016

SCHOOL TAX LEVY TO RISE BY LESS THAN HALF A PERCENT; CAPITAL RESERVE PROPOSITION TO ALSO BE ON BALLOT THIS MAY

January 16, 2016 -- Schools Superintendent Dr. Edward Melnick offered a brief presentation of his initial budget outline at the North Shore Board of Education meeting this past Thursday evening. The $99,494,105 proposal represents an increase of 1.96% over the current budget, and a tax levy increase of $381,333 or 0.4%, over this year - within the tax cap established by New York State. The "growth factor" that is determined by the State to calculate each district's individual tax levy limit, Dr. Melnick said, will be near 0% because of the past year's very low inflation rate. Additionally the Board will put before voters in May at the time of the budget vote a proposition allowing for the establishment of a capital reserve fund. READ MORE

STUDENTS HONORED FOR ATHLETIC, ARTISTIC, AND MUSICAL ACHIEVEMENT

At the Thursday January 14 Board of Education Meeting scores of students were recognized for their achievements in Athletics, Music and in the Visual Arts. Those honored included both the Boys and Girls Cross Country Teams who each won the 2015 Nassau County Class III championship, All-County Music Festival Participants, Long Island String Festival Participants, andthe Long Island Arts Alliance Award. In the picture above, Glenwood Landing Fifth Grader and flutist Tara Hynes poses with Superintendent Dr. Edward Melnick after being recognized for her selection to All County Band.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

RECORD SHOWS A LONG HISTORY OF MANY VOICES OPPOSING CURRENT GARVIES POINT PROPOSAL

Received from Roger Friedman, Sea Cliff
January 23, 2016

Dear Editor,
I am writing in response to the letter to the Editor in a recent issue of the Record Pilot entitled, “If Nothing Else They’re Consistent”.

The writer opines that the voices in opposition to the current Waterfront plan and the Villa are just a rag-tag group of naysayers that oppose change of any kind, and “rail against everything regardless of its merits”. He believes that they don’t want the Piazza to succeed and that they are defeatists who have filed bogus lawsuits that seek only to delay, not stop the projects.

This letter misses the mark…and not by a little. READ MORE. . .

NORTH SHORE HS INDEPENDENT PROJECTS IN ART WORKS ON DISPLAY AT SEA CLIFF LIBRARY

North Shore High School's Independent Projects in Art student work with be on exhibit at the Sea Cliff Library during the month of January. Students in IPA work on a body of work over the course of their senior year. Each student's work relates to a particular student-selected theme or concentration idea. Throughout the year, students meet for weekly small-group critiques to help with the development of their concentration. Students work in the media of their choice and the program culminates in a week-long gallery show at North Shore High School for each artist. The January show at Sea Cliff Library showcases one piece from each of the twenty-two artists in Independent Projects in Art. The art opening reception will be this Sunday, January 24th, from 2-3 pm.

BLOGS

ANN DIPIETRO
Great Book Guru

A MESSAGE FROM NEW YORK STATE SENATOR CARL MARCELLINO

Dear Neighbor:

Governor Andrew Cuomo has just delivered his State of the State Address and unveiled his Executive Budget proposal, marking the official start of the 2016-17 State Budget negotiation process. READ MORE

NORTH SHORE HIGH SCHOOL PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT TO HELP FIGHT MALARIA

By Shelly Newman

North Shore High School photography students Alec Nation and Carly Spallone, with the help of photography teacher Ms. Johnson, hosted a Gallery Exhibition in the high school Photo Lab on Thursday, December 17th.
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WEBELOS II CUB SCOUTS VISIT THE THE BOY SCOUTS OF TROOP 43 IN SEA CLIFF

By Daniel Sbiroli, Boy Scout
Last week some Webelos II Cub Scouts came to our Troop 43 Boy Scout meeting. They wanted to check out our Troop which is known for its great trips. They saw our sled for the Klondike Derby, and a presentation on our outdoor trips and the High Adventure Sea Base sailing trip scheduled for this spring.
The Cub Scouts had lots of fun eating the dessert at the end of the meeting. We hope they join our troop! If any boy between the ages of 11 and 17 is interested in joining Troop 43, check out our website: seaclifftroop43.org or call our Scoutmaster Alex Chebuske: 516-671-6425. We’d like to meet you!

NORTH SHORE 8th GRADERS STUDY THE ROARING 20'S

By Shelly Newman

North Shore 8th graders participated in a ‘Roaring 20s’ party under the direction of their teachers Ms. Larkin, Mr. Freund, and Mr. Curtin as part of the Social Studies curriculum. Teacher Keith Freund said, “Sometimes history needs to be experienced, in order to be fully understood. Learning about the 1920s in a traditional classroom would not do the ‘Roaring 20s’ justice.” READ MORE

A MESSAGE FROM THE NORTH SHORE SCHOOLS REGARDING KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION

By Shelly Newman

Will your child will be entering Kindergarten this September? If so, it will be the start of an exciting journey. The first step into school is one of the passages in life that marks the beginning of new experiences and relationships. It begins an educational experience that will serve as a foundation for their future. During the Kindergarten Registration Week and Orientation Week, you will learn more about our Kindergarten program and about our schools. READ MORE

NORTH SHORE'S DIANA VIZZA QUALIFIES FOR THE MILLROSE GAMES

January 22- 2016 -- North Shore High School senior and long distance runner Diana Vizza won the qualifying trial for the Millrose Games high school women’s mile last Wednesday, and as a result will be competing in what is regarded as a signature event at one of the most prestigious indoor track and field competitions in the world. The achievement comes a month after Ms. Vizza won the New York State Class B Women’s Cross Country Championship and was named the Long Island Cross Country runner of the year by Newsday. READ MORE

Upcoming Events

SEA CLIFF GLEN HEAD LIONS BENEFIT ON JANUARY 30 AT THE SEA CLIFF FIREHOUSE

The Sea Cliff - Glen Head Lions are sponsoring a benefit double bill of great music at the Sea Cliff Firehouse, Saturday, January 30th, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. Reckless Abandon are headlining. Lazy Dogs will open the show. Sea Cliff Mayor Bruce Kennedy and Shane Dommin will be guest bartenders assisting the Sea Cliff Volunteer Fire Dept. who will benefit from proceeds at the cash bar. There is a suggested donation of $10. at the door which will benefit local charities via the Lions. The Firehouse located on Roslyn Ave between 12th and Maple Avenues in Sea Cliff. This is a great way to support our volunteer Fire Department and local charities. All are welcome!

THE CONSERVATION AND RESTORATION OF PAINTING AND MURALS ON FEB. 3

A lecture on the fascinating world of painting conservation. Jonathan Sherman, a painting conservator with over 30 years experience restoring easel paintings as well as murals in historic buildings will discuss the anatomy of paintings and murals, how they deteriorate over time, and the various methods and techniques used for repair. Images will be shown to illustrate the lecture with examples of various treatments of easel paintings and murals in historic buildings. The lecture will take place on Wednesday February 3 at 7 pm at the North Shore Historical Museum, 140 Glen Street, Glen Cove.
General admission $10, members $5. 7:00pm.

Click here for The North Shore Historical Museum Website

NORTH SHORE SUMMER THEATER WORKSHOP - APPLY NOW FOR 2016!

North Shore Arts Angels is pleased to announce that NYC-based Director Terry Berliner is returning for a second season at the helm of the Summer Theater Workshop. The six-week workshop, open to students currently in grades 6-12, takes place Mondays through Thursdays in the air-conditioned performing arts facilities at North Shore High School from June 27 to August 7. Hours are 12:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. with extended sessions in the final two weeks for technical rehearsals. Public performances in the NSHS Theater are the last weekend in July and the first weekend in August. Depending upon enrollment, we may stage one or more productions, including a full-scale musical. READ MORE

NORTH SHORE BOE TO BEGIN 2016-17 BUDGET REVIEW THIS THURSDAY

There will be a North Shore Board of Education on Thursday, January 28, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. at North Shore High School Library. The seven trustees and Schools Superintendent Dr. Edward Melnick will begin their line by line review of the 2016-17 budget proposal.

NASSAU COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS

Nassau County Museum of Art in Roslyn Harbor announces new opportunities for volunteers. The Museum is particularly interested in hearing from applicants who can work on weekends and those who could take assignments in the Museum Store, assisting customers with their purchases. READ MORE

31 NORTH SHORE STUDENTS INDUCTED INTO THE SCIENCE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

North Shore Schools, Glen Head, NY - Recently, North Shore High School held a Science National Honor Society Induction Ceremony honoring 31 students. Science teacher, Mr. Richard Galati, along with Steven Menchel, guest speaker, led the ceremony and presented the certificates to the students. READ MORE

NORTH SHORE KEY CLUB HOSTS THEIR SINGLE SERVICE PROJECT 2015-2016 COMPASSION IN ACTION

By Shelly Newman

On January 6th at North Shore High School, the Key Club hosted their single service project entitled “Compassion In Action.” This event was the brain child of North Shore Key Club President Elias Mastakouis and supported by the entire Key Club membership. Elias said, “The program was distinctly different from most other substance abuse events. We wanted to respond to an epidemic on Long Island in a more compassionate way. The goal was to raise awareness of the true nature of substance abuse, reach out to people who are struggling, and empower our community members to become involved.” READ MORE

GLENWOOD LANDING STUDENTS GET IMMERSED IN SUBMERGE STORYTELLING

By Shelly Newman

In January 2016, Mr. Cory Levine and his staff at Submerge Storytelling have come back to Glenwood Landing School to immerse students in an exciting multi-sensory, hands-on storytelling experience based on NY State Standards and the Common Core. Interdisciplinary lessons include writing and reading comprehension, STEAM (Science, Technology,Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) skills including coding, geography, and areas of social studies including civilizations. Mr. Levine said, “Submerge Storytelling transforms an entire classroom into the setting of a story. Students interact with and explore this story-world in order to draw conclusions about the story's characters, plot, and themes." READ MORE

COCOA & COOKIES CELEBRATION! THANK YOU NORTH SHORE HIGH SCHOOL PTO

By Shelly Newman

Right before winter break, the North Shore High School PTO sponsored the second annual Cocoa & Cookies celebration for everyone including students, faculty, and staff to enjoy. As the end of the school day, the PTO set up decorative tables containing cups of hot chocolate and various sweets in front of the auditorium doors and encouraged everyone to come enjoy a delicious treat. Additionally, they generously offered a toppings bar filled with marshmallows, chocolate chips, sprinkles, cookies, and much more! READ MORE

LOCAL MUSIC

STILL PARTNERS
Sea Cliff, 8 PM

Fri 1/22 - Driftwood Kin
Sat 1/23 - Tiger Rose
Thurs 1/28 - Titus Canby
Fri 1/29 - Dingos All-Stars
Sat 1/30 - The Rolling Stoned

THE OAK ROOM TAVERN Sea Cliff, 8 PM

Wed 1/20 - - Jason Liebman
Fri 1/22 - Lucky Tones
Wed 1/27 - Le Rogue Trio - Gypsy Latino Jazz Trio
Fri 1/29 - Bobby Hardin Blues and Soul

METROPOLITAN BISTRO, Sea Cliff

Fri 1/22 - Live Stock
Fri 1/29 - dNa + C2‎DNA + C² = ☮ ♥ ♫ r

LOCAL EXHIBITIONS

NASSAU COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART THIS JANUARY

MAXWELL PARRISH EXHIBIT

November 22, 2015 -- The Nassau County Museum of Art in Roslyn Harbor hosted an opening reception on Friday, November 20 for Maxfield Parrish: Paintings and Prints from the National Museum of American Illustration, an exhibition of works by one of the greats of the Golden Age of Illustration. . . . READ MORE

CLICK HERE FOR FULL LISTING OF JANUARY EXHIBITIONS

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The Nassau County Museum of Art Website

SEA CLIFF MUSEUM EXHIBIT PORTRAYS INNOCENCE AND TURMOIL OF THE SIXTIES

Collages and sculpture by Sea Cliff artist Katie Seiden, and photographs by former resident Bertram W. Scholes are the central pieces of the Sea Cliff Museum's latest exhibition Sea Cliff in the 1960s, with various artifacts and memorbilia - some specific to Sea Cliff and others more general to the time period - complementing them perfectly. READ MORE