weekly 1.23.17

Upcoming Meetings and Events: Tues. 1/24 - North Shore Audubon Society presents the Murder of Crows, Manhasset Public Library, 7pm; Thurs. 1/26 - NS BOE Meeting, North Shore Middle School Cafetorium, 7:30pm;

Sun 1/29 - Lecture William Cullen Bryant's Literary Influence and Legacy, Cedarmere, Roslyn Harbor, 2pm; Wed. 2/1- Sea Cliff Landmark's Lecture, Long Island's Gold Coast, SC Yacht Club, 7:30 pm

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

January 23, 2017

TOBAY ZBA RESERVES JUDGEMENT ON APPLICATION FOR NEW GH WATER TOWER

January 18, 2017 -- Advising representatives from New York American Water to go back and meet with community members to show them their plans and listen to concerns, the Town of Oyster Bay Zoning Board of Appeals put on reserve an application for a special use permit to demolish the water tower built in 1935 and to construct a new one at its current location in the center of Glen Head. READ MORE

WITH ELECTION DAY APPROACHING, SLATE OF THREE INCUMBENTS SCHMOOZE WITH VOTERS AT SC MEET AND GREET

Mayor Lieberman flanked by Trustees Vitale and Epstein

January 22, 2017 -- At a candidate Meet and Greet event held this past Thursday evening at the home of Sea Cliff residents Peggie and Phil Como, incumbent Mayor Ed Lieberman, and Trustees Dina Epstein and Jeff Vitale schmoozed with about 40 of their constituents and spoke of what they’ve done and what they plan to do as they head into this year’s election season. The three, who received the endorsement of the Sea Cliff Civic Progress Party earlier this month, are running as a slate. READ MORE

SEA CLIFF CIVIC PROGRESS COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN STEPS DOWN

January 17, 2017 -- Dan Maddock, who had served as the Sea Cliff Civic Progress Committee Chairman since 2009, resigned from his leadership post and from the Committee itself this past January 8. “It’s time for new blood to come along and offer a voice,” Mr. Maddock said in response to questions from Northwordnews. READ MORE

LETTERS

THANK YOU FROM THE SEA CLIFF FIRE DEPARTMENT

Received from Jack Pierce
Sea Cliff
January 24, 2017

To the Editor:

On behalf of the Sea Cliff Fire Department and the NY Blood Center, we would like to thank the community for their generous support in our recent blood drive. A total of 58 pints of blood were collected that day from the community and neighboring fire departments.
Thank you for your coverage and support.

Jack Pierce
SCFD Blood Drive Coordinator

A SALUTE TO THE SCFD

Received from Mayor Ed Lieberman
Sea Cliff
January 8, 2016

To the Editor:

Since taking office as the Mayor of Sea Cliff I have had several opportunities to see first-hand the fine work of our Sea Cliff Fire Department . These community volunteers and neighbors are continuously answering the constant alarms involving emergencies and life-threatening situations. These "calls", which occur throughout the day and night, are answered with a swift response with bravery and valor. Their exemplary performance is a testament to their devoted service at the most critical time of need. We In Sea Cliff are fortunate to have these dedicated men and woman serve with such distinction. As Mayor it is my honor to acknowledge their valued contribution In ensuring the safety and welfare of our residents in our beloved "one square mile".

Edward L. Lieberman
Mayor
Inc. Village of Sea Cliff
300 Sea Cliff Avenue
Sea Cliff, NY 11579
(516) 671-0080
ELieberman@seacliff-ny.gov

BLOGS

THE GREAT BOOK GURU

ANN DIPIETRO

DIFFERENT CLASS

Dear Great Book Guru, I was with a group of friends this week at their annual “Beat the Winter Blues” party and someone mentioned a new book- a literary thriller- set in a boys’ school in England. She said it was a compelling read but couldn’t remember the title. Does it sound familiar? Beating the Winter Blues
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THE GARDEN'S EDGE
DONNA KIANKA
Winter’s Edge Micro Farm, Sea Cliff, N.Y.

THE JOY OF BIRDS IN THE WINTER

Birds, beautiful birds. Not only a sight to behold, but also a joy to hear in the garden or on the front porch……actually anywhere. An entire hobby has been dedicated to catching a glimpse of these acrobats as they glide through the trees and air. We need birds as they are a member of our ecosystem and not only for amusement. Birds have specific purposes which help us not only in our daily living but also in the gardens. These graceful flyers will and do eat insects. So putting aside the song, the chatter, the skilled flying and the beauty, they like bats, will eat insects. Birds however are not the efficient insect eating flying machines that bats are. So how can we attract and keep birds on our property, no matter how many bugs they will eat during the warmer months? READ MORE

GOLD COAST LITTLE LEAGUE REGISTRATION ENDS FEBRUARY 4

January 25, 2017, Glen Cove, NY…Gold Coast Little League is a baseball and softball program for boys and girls in Glen Cove and surrounding communities who are currently in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 9. Operating under the direction of the City of Glen Cove Parks & Recreation Department, Gold Coast Little League is scheduled to kick off their 2017 season with a parade and Opening Day Ceremony on Saturday, April 22. READ MORE

ANNOUNCEMENTS

PLAN NOW FOR THE 2017 AROUND LONG ISLAND REGATTA

It's A New Year So It's Time To Start Planning for The 41st ALIRThe Notice of Race has been posted and registration is now open at YachtScoring.com
Can we suggest these New Year's resolutions:

Put the 41st Around Long Island Regatta on your calendar - click here to download an .ics file
Register for the 41st Around Island Regatta at YachtScoring.com
Assemble your crew for the 41st Around Long Island Regatta
Have fun sailing in the 41st Around Long Island Regatta

The Around Long Island Regatta Committee wishes you safe passage and fair winds in 2017!

WANT TO BE A LIFEGUARD?

VILLAGE OF SEA CLIFF - LIFEGUARD SEARCH FOR THE 2017 BEACH SEASON - Must be 16 years of age, possess Grade I certification and eligible for Grade II (Bay, calm water) in May, enjoy working with young children/families. Be available Memorial Day thru Labor Day. Contact Marianne Lennon @ Village Hall for information/application, 671-0080.

NS SCHOOLS SUPERINTENDENT PROPOSES 2.63% SPENDING INCREASE FOR 2017-18

January 15, 2017 -- At a meeting of the North Shore Board of Education on January 12, Schools Superintendent Dr. Edward Melnick presented his initial budget proposal for the 2017-18 school year. The $102,113,514.86 spending plan represents a 2.63% spending increase over the current year and would be paid for without exceeding the tax cap that New York State imposes on school districts and municipalities. The revenue side of the budget, however, is still a bit murky with precise figures for PILOTs and state aid not yet available. The "inflation factor," used to calculate the district's tax levy limit was not released by the comptroller's office until the week following Dr. Melnick's presentation. READ MORE

OTHER HEADLINES FROM THE 1.12.17 NS BOE MEETING

BOARD TO CONSIDER REDUCING BUSING DISTANCE REQUIREMENTS

During his initial budget presentation on January 12, Schools Superintendent Dr. Edward Melnick stated that reducing the distance requirement for 7th and 8th graders to receive bus transportation to the middle school, so as to make it equal to that which is required for sixth graders, would have no impact on the district’s transportation costs. READ MORE

BOE INTERVIEWS 15 CANDIDATES FOR SUPERINTENDENT'S POST

The North Shore Board of Education just recently completed interviews with 15 candidates being considered to replace Schools Superintendent Dr. Edward Melnick when he retires at the end of this school year, said Board Vice President Sara Jones at the Thursday January 12 North Shore Board of Education meeting. READ MORE

GLEN HEAD RESIDENTS AND OB VILLAGE SEEK TO BLOCK VARIANCE FOR NEW CVS STORE SIGNAGE

Artist's rendering of the proposed CVS

January 18, 2017 -- At a public hearing on January 12, the Town of Oyster Bay Zoning Board of Appeals heard arguments for and against granting a variance for large illuminated signage at a new CVS store that is to be built adjacent to Bottle Buys on Glen Head Road between Cedar Swamp and Glen Cove Roads. If granted, the variance would allow for two pylon signs twenty feet tall to be set closer to Glen Cove Road and Cedar Swamp Road than code allows, and for each to have a surface area of 114 square feet, exceeding the 32 square feet of surface area that is allowed under the Town of Oyster Bay zoning code. READ MORE

GLEN COVE VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPT. HOSTS ANNUAL INSTALLATION DINNER

January 18, 2017, Glen Cove, NY…The Glen Cove Volunteer Fire Department (GCVFD) hosted their annual installation dinner recently at the city’s fire house. GCVFD Chief Philip Grella Jr., welcomed department members, their families and distinguished guests while Ex-Chief Michael J. Maher moderated the festivities. Mayor Reggie Spinello conducted the swearing in of the officers for each of the GCVFD’s four companies, the Fire Police Unit and the Rescue Squad. “I am proud of the work that each and every one of our members does to safeguard the Glen Cove community, said Chief Philip Grella Jr. “People often forget that our fire department members are all volunteers who each day put their lives on the line for the health and wellness of our residents,” said Mayor Reggie Spinello. “On behalf of the city, we give our heartfelt gratitude to each of you and your families and wish our officers and their companies continued success during your 180th Anniversary year.” READ MORE

THE GLEN COVE BEAUTIFICATION'S CHIP-A-TREE EVENT COLLECTS OVER 90 TREES

January 9, 2017, Glen Cove, NY…On a day that was more conducive to putting up Christmas Trees verses recycling them, the Glen Cove Beautification Commission members and residents braved the wintery mix of snow and chilling temperatures to recycle their trees. “Over 90 trees were collected by our Beautification Commission and they were mulched on-site by Old Country Tree Service,” said Glen Cove Mayor Reggie Spinello. “With a steady stream of trees coming by car and by foot, we were very pleased with our community’s participation on a snowy Saturday morning.” READ MORE

UPCOMING EVENTS

THE FRIENDS OF CEDARMERE PRESENT "WILLIAM CULLEN BRYANT: HIS LITERARY INFLUENCES & LEGACY" SUNDAY JAN 29

The Friends of Cedarmere present “William Cullen Bryant: His Literary Influences & Legacy,” on Sunday, January 29, from 2:00-4:00 pm. In an effort to keep the public informed about restorations underway at Bryant’s Cedarmere Library, noted expert Sunday Steinkirchner will discuss books in Bryant’slibrary, with focus on Jefferson’s Federalist Papers, Thomas More’s Utopia, and the works of Washington Irving and how they influenced his writing, as well as his associations with contemporary 19th century writers. READ MORE

SEA CLIFF LANDMARKS PRESENTS PAUL MATEYUNAS LECTURE ON LONG ISLAND'S GOLD COAST IN THE AGE OF GATSBY

Sea Cliff Landmarks Association Lecture Series Presents Paul J. Mateyunas Lecture on "Long Island's Gold Coast."
Wednesday, February 1 at the Sea Cliff Yacht Club; 7:30 pm.

Travel back in time to the days of Daisy Buchanan and Jay Gatsby learning about the real families and homes that inspired F. Scott Fitzgerald. A talk by North Shore historian and author Paul J. Mateyunas about the history of the Gold Coast and the grand old estate houses. In its heyday, over 1,200 grand homes lined the shoreline from Eaton's Neck to Great Neck and as far south as Old Westbury. Everyone from Morgan, Woolworth, Vanderbilt, Hearst, Field, and Phipps to the Duke of Windsor resided here. Today, approximately one-third of these houses still survive in various states, providing a glimpse of what was the Gold Coast.

CALLING ALL ARTISTS AND ARTISANS- ART EXHIBIT AND AUCTION AT THE SCYC

Art Exhibit and Auction at the Sea Cliff Yacht Club
Saturday, March 4, 2017
Viewing starting at 7 pm. Live Auction at 9 pm.
Cash bar and light fare.

Participating artists are invited to donate one piece for auction.
Auction proceeds will benefit Ranger Sailing Foundation.
In addition to the piece to be donated, each artist is welcome to bring 1-3 additional pieces to exhibit and sell
(you can keep money from the sale of these items or donate proceeds.) READ MORE

NEW SEA CLIFF COMPANY OFFERS SUSTAINABLE, NON-TOXIC MATERIALS FOR HOME DESIGN

Home Furnishings in Sustainable Wood, Handcrafted items direct from Artisans in Colombia, Metal Art from a Haitian Artist Collective READ MORE

BERNIE RADAR POW TO SPEAK AT NORTH SHORE HISTORICAL MUSEUM

Saturday February 4, 2017 1:30pm
Bernie Rader POW. Captured by the German Army and imprisoned in France, Legion of Honor recipient Bernie Rader will tell the story of his service, capture and survival.
In honor of PFC Rder's service and that of all our veterans, this will be a FREE event.

Photo from http://www.ccsudday70.com/i-would-do-it-all-over-again/

ART EXHIBITS AND LECTURES

THREE PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITS AT THE NASSAU COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART

November 23, 2016 -- The Nassau County Museum of Art hosted an opening reception on Friday, November 18 for its latest exhibition - a three part showcase devoted to photography that includes Ansel Adams: Sight and Feeling; Light Works: 100 Years of Photos; and New Photos - Long Island Collects. Collectively, the exhibits present an eclectic view of the art, science and history of photography. READ MORE

UNCOMMON COLLECTIONS AT THE SEA CLIFF VILLAGE MUSEUM

by Sara Reres, Museum Director

The Sea Cliff Village Museum presents a new exhibit that honors collectors and their collections. Every corner of the museum is packed with treasures in Uncommon Collections . The new exhibit is overflowing with beautiful, odd, offbeat and thought provoking artifacts. READ MORE

NORTH SHORE BOE MEETING ON THURSDAY JANUARY 26

The North Shore Board of Education will meet on Thursday, January 26, 2016 at , at North Shore Middle School to discuss the following agenda item(s) including: Budget Review. Upcoming meetings will take place on the following dates at 7:30 p.m. (unless noted otherwise) 2/9, 3/9, 3/23, 4/6 (Budget Adoption), 4/25 (Tuesday, Meet the Candidates Night in HS Cafeteria at 8 PM), 4/20 (BOE Nassau BOCES Budget Vote), and 5/4 (BOE Town Meeting/Budget Reading). The Budget Vote/Election of Trustees will take place on Tuesday, May 16, 2017 at North Shore High School from 7 AM-10 PM. If you would like to contact the North Shore Board of Education, please email nsboe@northshoreschools.org.

NORTH SHORE SCHOOLS NEWS

GLEN HEAD SCHOOL READING CELEBRATION BEGINS

“Great Books Spark Great Ideas”
Glen Head School began its Reading Celebration on January 4, 2017 (through 1/20) with an assembly led by Principal Lori Nimmo. She introduced the theme for this school year, “Great Books Spark Great Ideas,” and encouraged her students to live curiously and read many books this month! READ MORE

7TH GRADERS LEARN WHAT IT MEANS TO BE ENTREPRENEURS IN THE 21ST CENTURY

7th Graders Learn What It Means To Be Entrepreneurs In The 21st Century
During the last days of December 2016, 7th graders taking the Entrepreneurship elective at North Shore Middle School under the direction of Mr. Kevin Dahill had the opportunity to pitch their original business plans to real life local entrepreneurs in the North Shore community. READ MORE

22 FRENCH STUDENTS VISIT THE NORTH SHORE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Twenty-two students from L'Institution La Providence in St. Malo, France visited the North Shore School District this December 2016. French teacher, Eric Lepetit said, “The goal of this exchange is to introduce the American students to people from another culture with the hope that they will understand how similar they are and how small our world is.” READ MORE

NORTH SHORE SCHOOLS KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION BEGINS

In September 2017, your child will enter Kindergarten and 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. READ MORE

NORTH SHORE ELEMENTARY WONDER LEAGUE ROBOTICS COMPETITION

The team sport for future innovators
K-5 students at all three North Shore elementary schools participated in the Wonder League Robotics Competition under the direction of Technology teacher, Ms. Mary Hill. Overall, 10 North Shore teams enrolled in the competition to complete five missions. Three teams may go on to compete further in the worldwide competition! READ MORE

COACHES VS. CANCER

On December 10th, 2016, the North Shore Basketball programs hosted a Coaches vs. Cancer event at the North Shore School District. The teams included North Shore Varsity and Junior Varsity Boys and Varsity and Junior Varsity Girls. All four teams played against Floral Park, while younger youth teams played during halftime. READ MORE

CHIEF METEOROLOGIST OF THE WBBJ EYEWITNESS 7 WEATHER TEAM PRESENTS TO NS EARTH SCIENCE STUDENTS

In late December 2016, Tom Meiners the Chief Meteorologist of the WBBJ Eyewitness 7 News Weather Team in Jacksonville, Tennessee, gave presentations to all of the North Shore High School Earth Science classes. Coincidentally, Tom is also a North Shore alumnus from the Class of 2007. Mr. Steven Menchel, Science Department Teacher Leader, said “Tom’s presentation not only taught our students about weather patterns and forecasting but he spoke about his time as a trumpet player and science student here at North Shore High School. READ MORE

TRAVELING MUSEUM EXHIBITION ON THE PROGRESSIVE ERA VISITS NS MIDDLE SCHOOL

Creating Modern America 1900 - 1917
This Fall 2016, Social Studies Teacher Christopher Gill applied for a grant for North Shore Middle School through the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History. Thanks to all of his efforts, North Shore Middle School was successfully chosen as an Affiliate School and as a part of this program was able to receive a traveling museum exhibit featuring The Progressive Era: Creating Modern America 1900-1917. READ MORE

LOCAL MUSIC

STILL PARTNERS
Sea Cliff, 8 PM

Wed 1/25 - Camps & Hendo
Thurs 1/26 - Cliff Hangers
Fri 1/27 - Dave Diamond Band
Sat 1/28 - Robert Burns Night
Thurs. 2/2 - Andy Aledort

THE OAK ROOM TAVERN Sea Cliff, 8 PM

Wed 1/25- TBA
Thurs 1/26 - TBA
Fri 1/27 - Julian Lee

-METROPOLITAN BISTRO, Sea Cliff

Thurs - 1/26 - Dueling Cellos
Fri 1/27 - Fearn's Revisited
Live Music Series -
Charlie Kaplan & Duane Anzalone
Fri 2/3 - Meridian

NASSAU COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART THIS JANUARY AND FEBRUARY 2017

Click here for
The Nassau County Museum of Art Website

NORTH SHORE HISTORICAL MUSEUM

Exhibit will run through February 18 with regular museum hours: Wednesday 2:00-6:00 and Saturdays 11:00-3:00.
The North Shore Votes!
The exhibit showcases a variety of political memorabilia and historic photographs that illustrate the many ways North Shore residents have participated in local, state and national politics. Political brochures, election guides and a garden of lawn signs complement the historical passages in this exhibit that extends beyond the political campaign to the citizen groups that work behind the scenes, and it also highlights the accomplishments of the many people who have answered the call to serve the community.

A SALUTE TO THE SCFD

PLAN NOW FOR THE 2017 AROUND LONG ISLAND REGATTA

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LOCAL MUSIC

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