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11 - THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

Last weekend, someone tried to spread messages of hate in our community.

Photos by Katie McFadden
So we spread a few messages of our own.
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Incidents of Hate Bookend Holiday Weekend

By Katie McFadden jog along the beach, they and commitment to our com- mine what happened. We will
were stopped in their tracks munity is stronger than their make every effort to identify
Labor Day weekend is sup- on Beach 138th Street. “F***n attempt to instill fear and in- the culprits and pursue justice
posed to be a time of celebra- Jews,” “White Pride” “14/88,” timidation. We must stand up against those who so savage-
tion and relaxation as many and Nazi symbols were scat- together against this bigotry ly debased a place of rest and
mark the unofficial end of tered across the sand. and intolerance.” Councilmen relaxation for all New Yorkers
summer and the beginning of Word quickly spread about Eric Ulrich and Donovan Rich- along the beautiful shores of
another school year. However, both incidents, A New York ards, Senator Joseph Addabbo, the Rockaways.” Additionally,
this Labor Day weekend was Times article about the Silver Rep. Gregory Meeks, Mayor Governor Andrew Cuomo dis-
marred by incidents that have Gull incident was published Bill de Blasio and others also patched New York State Police
caused sadness, anger, shock and shared on Sunday, and condemned the attacks. and those from the state’s Hate
and even fear. on Monday morning, short- Upon the discovery of the Crimes Task Force to assist in
At around 3 p.m. on Friday, ly after the messages on the graffiti at the Silver Gull, police the investigation to “ensure the
August 30, members of the beach were discovered, photos were immediately called. As cowards responsible are held
Silver Gull Beach Club near spread across Facebook. Silver Gull is on federal land, accountable to the fullest ex-
Breezy Point were shocked to Assemblywoman Stacey the United States Park Police tent of the law.”
find part of a place that many Pheffer Amato was the first responded to this incident. The The NYPD responded to the
call an oasis, covered in paint- of many elected officials to National Park Service (NPS) Beach 138th incident. “A report
ed messages of hate. Words speak out against the acts. “I released a statement, saying, for aggravated harassment was
such as “gas chamber,” “heil was horrified and disgusted to “This weekend’s incident of recorded and the Hate Crime
Hitler,” “N*****” and symbols learn of not only one, but two racist graffiti and vandalism Task Force was notified of the
such as swastikas, adorned the incidents in our community at the Silver Gull Beach Club, incident. There are no arrests
walls of an arts and crafts shack this weekend where Nazi im- a concession facility within and the investigation is ongo-
utilized by the club’s children. agery and anti-Semitic graffiti Gateway National Recreation ing,” an NYPD spokesperson
But that was just the beginning were discovered,” she said in Area, was a hateful assault on said. The NYPD also revealed
of incidents that bookended a Facebook post. “The fact that the people of New York and some shocking statistics. An-
the holiday weekend. these images were discovered the NPS. The U.S. Park Po- ti-Semitic hate crimes are on
In the early morning hours means that there is a system- lice is leading an investiga- the rise. By this time last year,
of Monday, September 2, as atic attempt to intimidate this tion and will work with local there were 93 anti-Semitic hate
the sun rose and people be- community. We must continue authorities and the manage- crime complaints. This year—
gan their day with a walk or to demonstrate that our love ment of Silver Gull to deter- Continued on page 5

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BOOKEND HOLIDAY was out taking my dog for a walk other and not use our words to of us have to confront and I’m
WEEKEND and I came across this, 10 blocks destroy others. There needs to happy to see our politicians
Continued from Page 3 from my house. It was beyond be more dialogue and education and neighbors standing up and
disturbing. As the granddaughter and relationship building in the saying that this is not accept-
152 so far. They also pointed of a Holocaust survivor, this took Rockaways so that people who able in our neighborhood,” he
out that hate crimes in general a place for me that was my sanc- have feelings of hate and distress said, adding that he’s working
are increasing, from 205 in 2018, tuary, my serenity, and destroyed understand how hurtful they can with other leaders to come up
to 290 so far this year. it,” the resident said. be. The Jewish community is very with a formal response to these
The messages are now gone. The question now remains — sensitive about things that begin incidents as the investigation is
The beach writings were wiped where do we go from here? With with words, and have throughout pending.
away from the sand. Accord- both incidents still under investi- our history, ended in violence. I The important thing, says
ing to members, the area where gation, it is not known who com- will try to work with community Rabbi Tsvi Selengut, is that this
the graffiti was found at the Sil- mitted each act, why they com- leadership on making Rockaway issue isn’t being ignored. “Af-
ver Gull has been boarded up. mitted them, and if they were a kinder place and I’m looking ter we went to see the messag-
But while the messages can be connected. As they await more forward to working with people es on Beach 138th, they were
erased, their impact cannot. information, local religious lead- to develop ways to combat hate brushed away from the sand. It
“Silver Gull can fix the dam- ers are trying to determine the on a community level.” brushed away very easily, but
age done to the building, but next best steps. Rabbi Tsvi Selengut of Belle for us, it’s not brushed away
you can’t fix the emotional and “This is horrible,” West End Harbor’s Ohab Zedek syna- easily and this sticks with us,”
psychological impact this has on Temple’s Rabbi Marjorie Slome gogue says he’s already seen he said. “There are so many
people,” one Silver Gull member said. “But we have to let law en- kindness at work in response times that we overlook these
who happens to be Jewish said. forcement do their job and inves- to the recent events. “This is things, but as attacks increase
“It made me feel very sad. My fa- tigate before we can speak out. something that’s upsetting across the city, it’s important
ther, who is gone a long time, was Let’s find out who did this. Early everyone in the community, that we don’t just brush this
a World War II veteran, and this in this investigation, we should but the good thing I’ve seen away. We all care about this
is the very thing that he fought be concerned about whether or come from this is that it is up- and many have been over-
against. It makes me sad that not these words can lead to vi- setting our neighbors as well. whelmingly supportive, be-
there’s still so much hatred in the olence. I absolutely value free I’ve had people walk up to me cause we all want to have a
world.” speech, but I think we can do on the street and give their sup- nice, quiet, respectful neigh-
A Rockaway resident who came better, and until we know more port and that is what is impor- borhood. We want people to
across the beach messages on about this and who did this, I tant. Anti-Semitism isn’t just a not just let this pass, but to
Monday said she was left shak- think we all need to do a better Jewish problem. It’s all of our make sure that it doesn’t hap-
ing after reading the words. “I job at being kinder to one an- problem and it’s something all pen again.”

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***** for some time now, but the Has No Place Here, and Com-
The 2019 Clare Droesch Me- 9/11 memorial ceremonies munity. She took photos and
morial 3 on 3 By The Sea bas- will take place at the site. On posted them on Facebook and
ketball tourney takes place in Wednesday, September 11 at more than a thousand people
the St. Francis schoolyard this 8:30 a.m., there will be a read- “liked” her photos and hun-
Saturday, running from 9 a.m. ing of the names of Rockaway dreds commented about these
to 3 p.m. There’s a free youth residents who were killed on photos being “the real Rocka-
***** clinic for grades 10 and under that day in 2001. way.” Her simple writing was
You never know what being starting at 9 a.m. Games will ***** quite powerful. Kudos to Ka-
spotted in a Rockaway Times follow. There will be a DJ and Also, on Wednesday, Sep- tie!
t-shirt will lead to. Last week, raffles and all sorts of fun. Clare tember 11 at 1:15 p.m., the *****
Rockaway’s Suntan Dan Ed- Droesch was just 36 when she St. Francis de Sales Catho- The Rockaway Times is the
wards was seen rocking the died after years of battling can- lic Academy community will official sponsor of Poseidon’s
tee at the races in Saratoga. cer. She was a basketball su- gather in the Parish Prayer Parade, so help us look good
His attire and personal cha- perstar but her legacy is about Garden, located on the cor- by joining the parade or mak-
risma overwhelmed the other the many friends she made ner of Beach 129th Street and ing plans to be there. It’s one
guy in the photo, Dave Port- and lives she touched. Rockaway Beach Boulevard, of the top events of the year.
noy, who is the president of ***** to remember those lost on For more info, go to Poseidon-
Barstool Sports. Portnoy, who And then, the next day, Sun- September 11, 2001. In case sParade.com
has one million followers on day, September 8 is the 15th of inclement weather, the ser- *****
Twitter, took note of the shade Annual Richie Allen Memo- vice will take place in St. Fran- Big congrats to Rockaway
and tweeted the photo with rial Surf Classic at Beach 91st cis de Sales Church. native, 13-year-old Maya
the good-natured comment: Street and the boardwalk. ***** Karl for being the newest
“I think I just got put in a body Sign-ups start at 8 a.m. This Katie McFadden, our and youngest member of the
bag by The Rockaway Times.” is a great day for surfers and award-winning writer, took it Puerto Rico junior national
More than 11,000 people liked non-surfers alike. Richie was upon herself to offer an an- surf team! Maya's parents run
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the rules, Dave: Suntan Dan was also a surfer and lifeguard mitic and racist graffiti and *****
overshadows all. PS: We did and this event is a wonderful, sand etchings found at Silver Belle Harbor has been
send Mr. Portnoy a Rockaway fitting tribute to a hero. Gull and on the beach in Belle plagued with car break-ins
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Poseidon Parade Categories Announced

By Bert Sanders While there are varying, strong Loud always brings the crowd a heavily-favored Dublin team in
held, controversial feelings about and makes us proud.” I presented the All Ireland Championship.
Labor Day weekend is the un- who qualifies as a “local” surfer, I him with the official parade judg- Despite the time difference, Rog-
official end to summer here in knew I’d find dudes at the Rock- ing category list that I recently ac- ers was packed at 10 a.m. with
Rockaway. At least, it always has away Beach Surf Club. I figured quired from the Brigade. screaming fans of both teams.
been. About three years ago, I’d catch a few slugging down This year, the parade partici- Sure enough, I found Casey in
the Parks Department decid- Modelos and Konas while telling pants will be judged in the follow- the Kerry corner with the O’She-
ed to keep the beaches open for exaggerated tales of personal tri- ing categories: “Best Children’s as and McGoverns yelling at
an extra week, and the tradi- umphs in the sea. Instead, I was Group,” “Best Adult Group,” “Best every kick. The game ended in
tion has continued. Labor Day treated to a legendary Locals Surf Block,” “Best Recycled Mermaid” the most European way possible:
used to mean a sharp decline School Bash. It was the premier (costume made from recycled a tie. They will replay the game
in DFDs, the disappearance of of “Snack Town,” a locally-filmed material), “Best Bike,” “Best Pet,” on September 14. (Imagine the
the ticket-hungry summer detail and produced skate video. The “Best Baby Carriage / Wagon,” Super Bowl ending in a tie, only
and PEP officers, the start to the bash included live music, the the highly-contested, “Best Pub to be replayed two weeks later.
school year, and the much-antic- skate video projected on a huge / Restaurant,” “Best Individual,” Go figure.)
ipated arrival of hurricane surf. screen, and the biggest gath- “Best Float,” and “Best Perfor- After the confusing conclu-
September used to be called, ering of dudes since Rockstock mance.” sion, Casey told me that the Bri-
“secret summer,” or “Rockaway and Barrels. As I approached the Jimmy looked at the list, closed gade is currently concentrating
Summer.” Nowadays the summer party, listening to the band echo his eyes, and ripped into an in- their efforts on trophy creation.
insanity rolls right on until the under the train tracks, I knew I’d tense air guitar solo. While he Poseidon’s Parade features ar-
summer is officially put to bed find the person I was trying to head-banged away, I knew the tistic homemade trophies that
with Poseidon’s Parade. pin down for an interview. Sure interview had concluded. More adds to the competitive ele-
Despite this recent revision to enough, I bumped directly into importantly, I knew he was ment of the parade. Interestingly
the Rockaway calendar, Labor the “Dude of Dudetown” him- amped up for the parade. Check enough, the Mermaid Parade in
Day weekend still has the feel of a self: Mr. Jimmy Dowd. out St. James gear at Boarder’s Coney Island has gone back to
desperate last gasp of summer air Mr. Dowd is Poseidon’s Pa- Surf Shop. homemade trophies. Perhaps
before we burrow into our winter rade’s official MC. He will be On Sunday, I used some in- there is a spy in the ranks of The
holes. I realized that my cover- brandishing the brigade’s official tel from the old country to track Rockaway Mermaid Brigade...
age of this year’s parade has left bullhorn and narrating what- down Casey Butler so I could Make sure to register for the pa-
out an important element of this ever the parade may bring. As check in about the parade. King- rade at http://www.poseidon-
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Faded Out & 101 Team Up This Week in History

to Provide Free Haircuts SEPTEMBER 5
Luisa Melo was born.
Joanne O'Shaughnessy was born.

1776 - The Second Continental Congress

Several Far Rocka- 1698 - Russia's Peter the Great levied a tax changed the name of the nation to the
on bearded men. United States of America, from the Unit-
way boys started the 1836 - The Republic of Texas made mil- ed Colonies.
school year right with tary hero Sam Houston its first president. 1956 - Elvis Presley appeared on televi-
fresh cuts thanks to a sion for the first time on The Ed Sullivan
partnership between SEPTEMBER 6 Show.
John Moroney III was born.
the 101st Precinct and 1995 - Baseball player Cal Ripken Jr. SEPTEMBER 10
local barbershop, Fad- broke Lou Gehrig's iron man record by
Michelle Cashen was born.
ed Out Cutz. Through playing in his 2,131st straight game.
1997 - More than 2 billion people Pamela Neafsey was born.
the partnership, boys watched Princess Diana's funeral on TV. Greg Bender was born.
of all ages were able Helen Brady was born.
to get new back-to- SEPTEMBER 7
Brigid Bergin was born. 1939 - Canada declared war on Germa-
school haircuts for ny, entering WWII.
free on Tuesday, Sep- 1822 - Brazil declared its independence 2002 - Switzerland became the 190th
tember 3. from Portugal. member of the United Nations.
1979 - The Entertainment and Sports
According to the Programming Network (ESPN) made its SEPTEMBER 11
101st Precinct, “Mark, debut on cable TV. 2001 - Never forget. Two hijacked com-
the owner of Faded mercial jets were crashed by terrorists
SEPTEMBER 8 into the north and south towers of the
Out Cuts, located on Billy Gardner was born. World Trade Center in New York City,
20-11 Cornaga Ave, Matthew Long was born. causing the collapse of both towers.
was very excited to be Christian Le Gars was born. A short while later, another plane was
a part of this event. 1900 - A hurricane struck Galveston, Tex-
crashed into the Pentagon, and a fourth
Students of all ages as, killing about 8,000 people. into a field near Shanksville, Pa.
were there, as we served The 101 would like to thank 1966 - Star Trek premiered on television.
1974 - President Gerald Ford gave former SEPTEMBER 12
young men who were getting all the barbers from Faded President Richard Nixon a full pardon for 1953 - Future President John F. Kennedy
ready for the first day of sec- Out Cuts who participated all federal crimes he may have commit- married Jacqueline Bouvier.
ond grade, seventh grade, in this wonderful day, be- ted while he was in office. 1960 – Hurricane Donna slammed Rock-
away and the ocean met the bay. (We
high school and the first day cause we know that it takes SEPTEMBER 9 hope reader Richard Berge appreciates
of freshman year in college. a village to raise a child.” Mark Boyle was born. the inclusion of this historic event!)

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Tribute Park to Host 9/11 Ceremony

Despite Ongoing Renovations
By Katie McFadden which includes Doro- ly while renovations are taking
thy Wagner and Den- place, so plywood or another
What happened on Septem- nis Smith. material will be placed along
ber 11, 2001, will never be for- Tribute Park is still the dirt paths of the park for
gotten, and those who oversee undergoing renova- people to safely walk on. The
Tribute Park are making sure of tions, and the park Parks Department is also
that, by opening the park that will continue to be bringing in potted plants to
is undergoing renovations, for closed following the spruce up the park that nor-
its annual 9/11 Memorial Cer- ceremony, but every- mally has plenty of greenery
emony. one is working togeth- and flowers under regular cir-
Following last year’s Septem- er to ensure it is open cumstances. The contactors
ber 11 ceremony, the Friends in some form for the will also remove much of their
of Tribute Park announced that event. “We met with equipment out of the park for
the Beach 116th Street bay- 11, at 8:30 a.m., all are encour- the Rockaway Parks Adminis- the day.
side memorial park would be aged to head to Tribute Park trator, Eric Peterson, and the O’Mealy hopes to spread the
closed for as long as two years to remember those who died, contractor, and they are mak- word that the park will be open
to undergo major renovations especially locals, who perished ing accommodations to have for the ceremony, even though
due to damage caused by Hur- on September 11, 2001. The cer- the ceremony at the park that it has been closed for almost a
ricane Sandy and other storms. emony will include the reading day,” Kevin O’Mealy, treasur- year. “We hope to have a good
However, with the 18th anni- of the names of the locals who er for Friends of Tribute Park, turnout. It doesn’t look like it’s
versary of 9/11 approaching, died that day while residents said. going to be open as of late, and
ceremony organizers and the lay roses on the central com- Some of the elements that traffic has been a mess due to
NYC Parks Department are do- pass at the park, which points have been boxed off during construction in the area re-
ing everything they can to en- to the site of the World Trade renovations, like the central cently, but we will be open that
sure the park is open so the an- Center. There will also be mu- mosaic and Firemen’s Rock, day and we’ll figure things out
nual memorial ceremony can sic, with vocals by Chazmond will be uncovered for the cere- as we go along,” O’Mealy said.
continue to take place there. Peacock and Steven Wagner, mony. The tiles of the park had Continued on page 11
On Wednesday, September and music by Aerial Acoustics, been removed and stored safe-

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TRIBUTE PARK
Continued from Page 10
ately after September 11 last
year and requires a two-year NEW
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The organizers did consider to be done after years of dam- SAM CATION
other locations for this year’s age related to Hurricane Sandy. E GR !
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day, holding the ceremony at to be replaced after Sandy.
ck
Glid away
the place that is dedicated to re- One of the big things was the
membering those who died on sea wall had to be rebuilt, and
9/11, was ideal. “We’re going to in the spirit of resilience, they ers
do the best we can because it’s put in these massive boulders
all in the spirit of 9/11. It is im- to build a seawall which had HAVE A GREAT
portant for the community to started to erode from the orig-
continue to have this ceremo-
ny in the park because people
inal wall from when the park
first opened. They also needed
KARATE SUMMER
Confidence is not something we are born with... it is something that we learn.
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lot of use, not just on 9/11, with
people going there to reflect,
which had been destroyed.
They’re also doing a lot of elec-
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to be restored very nicely. Be- just started last year,” O’Mealy
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told your readers about the I am a victim, and I’m tak- public or private. They do not
five drownings in the Rocka- ing action to seek final clo- care if you were a Sea Scout,
ways. It had a lot to do with rip sure. During the spring and Boy Scout or Girl Scout.
currents. Now, Long Beach summer of 1972 at the age of If you or anyone you know
has that also, but it starts out nine years old, I was sexual- is a victim of a sexual preda-
past the jetties. And you talk ly assaulted multiple times tor, please encourage them to
about our sand being washed by a priest at St. Rose of Lima contact an attorney as soon as
away. Both of those problems Church in Rockaway Beach. possible. Or, if anyone would
could be fixed if the Army I spoke out about this sexual like to contact me directly to
Corps of Engineers put jetties abuse over 40 years ago and in talk, please totally feel free
in place, instead of putting 2004 was scheduled to testify (516-509-8957).
new sand on the beach. against the man who victim- John Cori
Jetties would help stop ero- ized me before he pled guilty
Thumbs Up for Gillibrand Paid a Visit
Sandpiper sion and it would help with to victimizing others in the
the rip currents. It would cut 1970s. Dear Editor:
Dear Editor: it down a lot. There would be As hard as it is to do, I en- Senator Gillibrand, shortly
I love the new park on Beach a lot less drownings that you courage any and all other vic- after becoming our Senator,
107th Street. I only wished it can write about. tims to find closure, to come danced on the Beach Channel
opened in the beginning of Alan Marrell forward and seek justice with High School stage with the
the summer as predicted. I me. I encourage any and all M.C. of the DooWop Concert,
never felt safe taking my son Seeking Closure victims on the peninsula to during the concert.
to the park at Waterside, but Dear Editor: come forward and seek the Senator Schumer, while
I did it because there weren’t On August 14, Governor closure that I am seeking. The campaigning to become Sen-
better options. My little boy Cuomo signed a bill called closure that we deserve. ator, was seen "glad handing"
has thoroughly enjoyed the The New York Child Victims These horrible acts to- in Waldbaums (off Beach 116
new park and I myself love the Act. What is The New York wards children were and are Street), in 1986. I discussed
layout, the open venue, the Child Victims Act? It pro- not limited to Catholic in- pending legislation. I was
colors and the location. vides a one-year window for stitutions on the peninsula. against with him. (Weiner was
Melissa Echevarría filing old civil claims for sex- Sexual predators do not care with him!)
ual abuse in New York with no about race, color or creed. Richard Berger
Jetty Benefits age or time limit. They do not care about what
Dear Editor: Why am I writing about the sport is being played. They do
In the August 15 issue, you New York Child Victim Act? not care weather a school is Continued on page 14

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WE GET EMAIL sionally over the years. It did spark a conversation
Not Forgotten,
Continued from Page 12 However it starts, part of that Nassau County in its Forgotten
the argument against my dec- bankruptcy had sold Queens
Dreaming of LI laration is repeatedly taxes. to NYC. Besides being untrue Dear Editor:
Queens pays New York City (Queens county is one of the On August 28, 2017, I was
Dear Editor: taxes they say. I said taxes are original counties in NY and 77, on August 28 of 2018 was
Since moving to Rocka- relevant to county and state, then split into Nassau) this 78, on August 28 of 2019, I
way some 20+ years ago and not geographical location. I would still not change that it's was 79. I know this to be true
working in Queens, I've no- tried giving different exam- on L.I. because it’s in The Rockaway
ticed the resistance to ac- ples to support this like, if the So we were back to taxes Times. It looks like on Au-
knowledge that Queens is on state of New York sold Suf- and interestingly enough, the gust 28 of every year, I have
Long Island. Several times on folk County to Connecticut retort of ask The Rockaway a birthday. This community
the bus from work, I would be on Tuesday, on Wednesday it Times came up twice. People service posting has not gen-
asked why I was on the bus. would still be on Long Island. quoted from phones what was erated one single birthday
"Don't you live on Long Is- It didn't work. not in dispute, which was that card, not to mention a $1 lot-
land?" My reply was always, " Recently a conversation was Rockaway is on the peninsula to ticket, nothing, zilch.
I do live on Long Island. I'm still going on over my shoul- of Queens in New York City. Therefore, I know space is
from Rockaway." The Queens der as I walked away for the I simply added that it was on at a premium at the Rocka-
residents all looked puzzled. night. I entered my house the Island of Long, just to mix way Times and after great
A co-worker gently chided shaking my head and laugh- it up a little. consideration I would like
me that I wasn't "from" Rock- ing that I'd been having the Not that I believe that this to make the date of August
away, I live in Rockaway. Long Island conversation will change minds in any way, 28 available to someone
When I asked where he was again. I request based on last night’s that does not care about
from and he replied Brook- And then it struck me. requests that you settle this. birthday cards or lotto tick-
lyn, I was happy to quip back AHA!!!! Think of it as an opportunity ets. My wife and I love The
that he was also "from" Long I grabbed my map of Long for the RT to go down in the Rockaway Times and look
Island. For the record, in the Island (a large, detailed pa- annals of Journalism (or per- forward to Thursdays here
55+ crowd (then 35+), I've per version for those 55 and haps a slightly different spell- in Rockaway and the online
only known one person from under) and returned to the ing to those who still refuse to issue when down in Naples.
[born in] Rockaway. scene of the debate, sure that believe) not unlike the famous Thanks. “God Bless America
The subject of Long Island this physical proof was going editorial in 1897: "Yes, Rocka- and The Rockaway Times!”
has been stoop banter with to settle it once and for all. It way, you are on Long Island." Dennis Cummins
friends and neighbors occa- didn't work. Lisa Zoller

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From The RWA

SHORE CORPS 2019
By Eden Chan and Melina
Chin, Shore Corps Team
Leaders

The high school interns

in Rockaway Waterfront
Alliance’s (RWA) Shore
Corps program worked
hard and played hard
all summer! Throughout
the six-week summer La Fruteria, Brothers, prov group, developing
program, participants and Caracas) and surf public speaking skills for a
were assigned to a wide schools (Skudin and NY performance at the end of
variety of different jobs Surf ). the summer.
in the community. For In addition to working Shore Corps interns are
example, some partic- at different sites, Shore also heavily involved in
ipants worked with the Corps interns learned im- improving the local en-
NYC Campaign Finance portant professional skills, vironment. The interns
Board to register voters, like how to build a strong collected over 500 pounds
and others worked with resume. This summer, the of trash from our streets
the National Audubon Financial Sharktress, Galit and beaches. In an effort
Society, raising aware- Tsadik, came to teach par- to have some fun while
ness about the endan- ticipants about the finan- building appreciation for
gered piping plovers. cial aspect of college and the Rockaway environ- Shore Corps Program Department of Environ-
Other participants spent gave tips to prevent the ment, they also spent sev- sponsors: The Aviation mental Protection, and
the summer working accumulation of college eral afternoons each week Development Council, the NYC DYCD Compass
with local Rockaway res- debt. Shore Corps interns surfing and kayaking. JetBlue Airways, the Lev- Explore program.
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Cryptocurrencies Are Coming

a bitcoin was around $900; in vestors can’t easily convert them funding to back Libra and main-
December 2017, it spiked to over into cash without exposure to tain its blockchain infrastruc-
By Gille Ann Rabbin, Esq., CIPP/US
$16,000; in February of 2019, it drops in value. ture.
was around $3,400; in August Recently the media reported Some experts have opined
A cryptocurrency is a virtual 2019, almost $13,000. In con- that Facebook plans to launch that, given that true cryptocur-
currency intended to function trast, the value of the dollar rises a cryptocurrency called Libra. rencies “are defined by their lack
the way a traditional curren- or falls dependent upon infla- Libra is different than other of reliance on trusted interme-
cy like the U.S. dollar does: as a tion, which has been relatively cryptocurrencies. To introduce diaries… Libra is not a crypto-
medium of exchange. But unlike tame over the past ten years. greater price stability than is currency because of its use of a
traditional currencies, a crypto- Furthermore, transacting in inherent in Bitcoin, Libra is de- permissioned ledger and its reli-
currency isn’t under the govern- cryptocurrency is relatively slow. signed to be a “stablecoin,” a ance on a trusted issuer to hold
ance of a bank or government. A major credit card company can digital currency backed by fiat and manage a fund of assets that
The most popular cyptocur- complete 24,000 transactions currencies and securities. Also, back the currency.”
rency is Bitcoin, which records per second; bitcoin miners, only unlike Bitcoin, Libra will be re- Bitcoin was designed as a
transactions anonymously three to seven transactions. served, meaning that every Li- peer-to-peer payment system,
in a public blockchain data- Additionally, cryptocurrencies bra will be backed by an asset, enabling the exchange of money
base that includes all transac- are not regulated (generally with similar to the old gold standard without using banks. Today it is
tions that occur, and which is the exception of some states’ idea. generally used as an investment.
maintained by a decentralized registration or licensing require- Additionally, Libra will use Unlike the more volatile Bit-
network of computers. These ments), making them potential- a nonpublic, “permissioned” coin, Libra was designed to
computers, called “miners” or ly useful for money laundering blockchain managed by a group allow Facebook users to send
“validators,” use cryptography or other criminality. (Bitcoin of “trusted parties,” a consorti- and receive money through its
to verify and add new transac- was the official currency of the um called the Libra Association. messaging services for ordinary
tions. The cryptography used Silk Road.) Regulation could This means that not everybody transactions like paying utility
makes the blockchain data- tackle these issues, thereby en- will be able to transact in Li- bills, tuition, rent.
base extraordinarily difficult (al- couraging good conduct by in- bra. In contrast, Bitcoin’s public Cryptocurrencies are still nas-
though not impossible) to tam- dustry players, consumer trust, blockchain ledger can be ac- cent. It will be fascinating to
per with or modify. and price stability. cessed by anyone with special watch their development. Con-
Cryptocurrencies have their Furthermore, given their vol- hardware and internet access. sumers interested in becoming
problems, significantly, volatili- atility, cryptocurrencies present The Libra Association will pro- investors should proceed with
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B R O O K LY N M E M B E R

Lic. Broker-Owner: Lisa Jackson

Lic. Associate Brokers: Barbara Ferguson • Nia Casilla
Lic. RE Agents: Ariana David • Colleen Brady • Tanya Bass • Joseph Magiera
417 Beach 129th St • (718) 634-3134 • Mon-Sat 10am-6pm

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B R O O K LY N M E M B E R
6 Year Member Lic. Broker-Owner: Lisa Jackson
Lic. Associate Brokers: Barbara Ferguson • Nia Casilla
Lic. RE Agents: Ariana David • Colleen Brady • Tanya Bass • Joseph Magiera
417 Beach 129th St • (718) 634-3134 • Mon-Sat 10am-6pm
The Rockaprop Team

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Exquisite Beach Block Home in Neponsit Belle Harbor - First Time Showing!

You'll love this 2 story 4/5 BR home located steps from the Beach! Desirable open floor plan Looking for a turn key home? Well, we have it! Call us today to see this immaculate and
with loads of updrades! In-ground salt water heated swimming pool, outdoor shower, brand stunning 100' x 60' corner property. This home defintely has it all, 3BR's (2 are master
new pavers, detached garage, 2 PRIVATE driveways, new windows, wood burning fireplace, 3 suites), HW floors, central air, radiant heat, in-ground heated pool, garage private
zone central air and heating plus an in-law suite with private entrance. $2,199,000 parking, terrace, finished basement and much more. $1,450,000
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apartment for a guaranteed income. First Showing! garage and parking. Present All Offers! floors. Private parking! Great Investment!
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FIRST SHOWING  SEPTEMBER 15th ARVERNE BROAD CHANNEL WATERFRONT

Belle Harbor Beach Block - $1,395,000 Large Corner 42' x 100'! - $625,000 Water Views - $585,000
Delightful 4BR, 3 bath home offers casual ambiance Legal two family on a 42X100, owner has a 3BR, large Renovated 3BR, 2 bath w/ radiant heat floors,
and an enviable lifestyle. Situated just 4 homes from LR/DR combo with loads of closets and stand up attic. A beautifully updated kitchen & open floor plan.
the oceanfront, this home is a steal. Don't miss out! 2BR rental,W/D hookup ideal for any tenant. Spacious deck overlooking Jamaica Bay.
     Rentals           Rentals     
128th: Gorgeous beach block, brand new studio with parking and gas included (LJ). . . . . . . . . . $1,300 100th: Spacious 3BR, 2BA apt with HW floors, shared backyard and parking (BF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,300

125th: Beach block well maintained 1BR, 1BA apt with HW floors (AD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,550 102nd: Fully renovated 3BR, 2BA apt with HW floors, SS appliances and balcony (TB) . . . . . . . . . $2,350
80th: Spacious 1BR, 1BA condo unit with ocean view terrace (NC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,600
137th: Spacious 2BR, 1BA apt with HW floors, SS appliances and balcony (BF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,400
121st: 3rd floor walk up, 1BR apartment with 2 bathrooms and plenty of storage (CB) . . . . . . . . . $1,600
91st: 3BR, 2BA 2nd floor apt with SS appliances and W/D (CB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,600
95th: 3rd floor 1BR, 1BA apt in private home. Quiet and clean, heat included (CB) . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,600
Broad Channel: 3BR, 2BA house rental on the canal (CB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,800
129th: 2BR, 1BA apartment with updated kitchen and bath (CB). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,700
Broad Channel: 3BR, 2BA home with radiant heat floors and Kenmore elite appliances (CB) . . . . $2,800
125th: 1BR, 1BA third floor apt with HW floors and W/D (CB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,700
118th: Spacious 4BR, 2BA renovated apt with parking, laundry and central air (NC) . . . . . . . . . . . $2,950
116th: Renovated 3rd floor 3BR, 1BA apt with updated kitchen and terrace (BF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,000

80th: Spacious and updated 2BR, 1BA condo unit with laundry in building (NC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,100 Upper East Side: Fully furnished 1BR, 1BA apt with fantastic 30th floor views (BF) . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,975

98th: 3BR, 2BA apt with SS appliances, storage and ocean views (NC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,200 140th: Renovated 3BR, 2BA in 2 family home with shared yard and parking (AD). . . . . . . . . . . . . $3,900
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Susan Natale
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130 Beach 121st St. #1G · Asking $185k

6513 Seaspray Ave. · $975,000 Large renovated 2-room studio with ocean views, private

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bath & kitchenette. This house is Listed exclusively by Susan Natale.

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Ask the
death. Factor #4 is advances in have been killed early in life
surgery including better treat- in wars. Sustained peace is a
ment of appendicitis, long bone secret to long life. Factor #8 is
fractures, coronary artery dis- luck, or if you prefer, divine in-

DOC
ease, and cardiac arrhythmi- tervention. Doctors know that a
as. Dr. Frishman’s fifth factor patient’s belief in God will make
is eliminating or moderating a difference in their recovery.
high-risk behaviors. This is an Over the years I have person-
By Peter Galvin, MD
individual factor and includes ally witnessed events in medi-
modification or elimination of cine that cannot be explained
high-risk factors such as ciga- save for the existence of divine
Aging Well rette smoking, drug addiction,
excessive alcohol consump-
tion, riding a motorcycle, and
intervention. The next factor is
developing healthy habits such
as regular exercise, healthy nu-
A few months ago, Dr. William ers may predict old age such as reckless or impaired driving. trition, flossing your teeth, and
Frishman, the Dean of Medicine elevations in HDL (“good” cho- Addressing these factors reduc- maintaining a proper weight.
at my former medical school, lesterol) and family histories of es the incidence of premature Finally, cultivating optimism in
NY Medical College, wrote a col- longevity. death, allowing more people to life is important. An optimistic
umn about aging that I would Factor #2 is advances in anti- reach their true life-span. attitude provides a survival ad-
like to share with you. More and biotics, public health, and vac- The next factor is family and vantage over pessimism. Help-
more people are living to their cines. Efforts to improve water social support. One doesn’t ing depressed patients become
predicted life spans and achiev- and air quality, vaccines, and make it to old age without sup- more optimistic may prevent hope-
ing advanced old age. This is antibiotics have gone a long port from friends and family. As lessness, which may lead to drug
especially true in the U.S. and way toward reducing infectious families move apart from each addiction and suicide.
Japan. Dr. Frishman listed 10 diseases as a cause of death, other, more older parents re- Dr. Frishman is quick to point out
factors that accounted for peo- especially in children. Next is quire custodial care in special- that he is not promising immortal-
ple living to their genetically de- advances in the treatment and ized facilities, where outcomes ity, as every living thing eventually
termined life-span. The first fac- prevention of cardiovascular are not always favorable and dies. But he is pointing out ways to
tor is genetics. A genetic basis for disease. This includes better where older people placed in help people find out how to achieve
old age has always been present treatment for hypertension, li- these facilities may not achieve their natural life span.
and, throughout history, people pid disorders, and smoking, their true old age. The next fac- Questions and comments may
have had a maximal life span of all of which, if untreated, can tor is eliminating war and pov- be sent to editor@rockaway-
about 120 years. Certain mark- lead to early heart disease and erty. Too many young people times.com.

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Goodbye Summer
take a break and have Saturdays them more with body alignment. believe it is important to have a
off,” but the truth is I absolutely But truly grace is the highest balanced body and mind.
love teaching to this very special alignment and being in nature, Our bodies have so many
group of people from all walks of they are able to feel the power complexities and with every
life. It’s been nine years teaching of their higher self. It is quite an contraction, we need lengthen-
Labor Day Weekend did not basic yoga every Saturday to the uplifting experience for me as a ing of our muscles. The more I
disappoint with the beautiful most amazing group of human teacher and a privilege to offer practice yoga, the more I want to
beach weather, clean water, beings. Everyone is so grateful this practice. I always walk away learn about every aspect of the
great people and a school of dol- and easy going. I love hearing all in awe of the amazing students practice. We are all students for
phins. The entire summer was the stories and becoming part of who are always so appreciative. life. Breathwork takes priority in
extraordinary in so many ways. their journey. When they come For everyone out there who ven- most classes. Moving the body
My intention was to be present to yoga, they are looking for tured out to beach yoga, thank in an organic motion using your
and enjoy my family and friends. peace and serenity. you. Thank you for your pres- breath is of utmost importance.
September is finally here and I try to be very aware of some ence and support. It has been an Keep moving even if it’s only
it can be the most beautiful of their struggles and do my awesome experience. your fingers or toes. Let your
month in the Rockaways with best to offer a balanced prac- Teaching back at the studio breath initiate any movement.
necessary quiet time. It can al- tice encouraging healing. It is is always a place of ease. It is Let the conversation between
ways be stressful and cause an honor and pleasure to have home. We have lots of props and your body and mind begin with
anxiety for many people going this opportunity from the Parks I can clearly see everyone in the your breath.
through changes such as jobs, Department to offer free yoga on room. If you have never been I can guarantee you positive
school, relocating, etc. Do your the beach. When I first started to Ocean Bliss Yoga Studio, you changes will happen for you and
best to welcome them all. Some teaching beach yoga, I did not must try a class. We have a very everyone around you. Whatever
good, some not so good. Face have a lot of experience but the special place in the Belle Harbor you are feeling inside is project-
your fears and leave your anxie- students were always kind and Yacht Club on the third floor. It’s ed outwards. Positive energy is
ties behind. In the end, we must understanding. Mostly, I would heaven on earth for all who en- contagious. Share your happi-
accept the constant changes in teach to the new students want- ter. We are blessed to share this ness with someone who needs
life. Embrace life for today. ing them to understand how space and we welcome all lev- it. We are forever in service to
Beach yoga was once again yoga could help connect you to els. Our classes are diverse and our community. May you be
one of the big highlights of my your body and mind. At times it the advanced student is usually happy, may you be healthy, may
summer. Honestly, every year I would be difficult to teach 100 the gentle student who moves you be free of suffering and may
say to myself, “maybe I should students and not be able to help slowly with a keen awareness. I you live with ease. Namaste.

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Breezy Remembers 9/11

Breezy Point will hold a in the after-party. To register
series of ways to commemo- for the race, head to www.
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September 11, 2001. From a On Tuesday, September
run, to a paddle out, a Mass 11, Breezy Point and Roxbury
and ceremonies, Breezy will have their own memorial
Point will show that they can ceremonies. There will be a
never forget. The commu- memorial at the Breezy Point
nity will begin its remem- 9/11 Steel Cross at 8:30 a.m.
brance ceremonies on Sat- Then at 10:28 a.m., the time
urday, September 7, starting the north tower collapsed,
with the 4th Annual 9/11 AmpSurf will participate in
Remembrance Race. This 5K the 9/11 National Paddle Out.
run/walk goes from the Rox- This will take place on the bay
bury 9/11 Memorial to the by the Breezy Point memorial.
Breezy Point Memorial and Participants can register for
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location: Queens County. LLC formed in SSNY designated as agent of the LLC lawful purpose. shall mail process to 160-47 82nd St.,
New Jersey (NJ) on 01/03/19. Princ. office upon whom process against it may be Howard Beach, NY 11414, which is also
of LLC: c/o Criterion Group, 28-18 Steinway served. SSNY shall mail copy of pro- DAWNEASTRIVER LLC, Arts of Org. filed the principal business location. Purpose:
St., Astoria, NY 11103. SSNY designated as cess to the LLC, 100 Jericho Quadran- with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) 7/8/2019. Any lawful purpose.
agent of LLC upon whom process against it gle, Jericho, NY 11753. Purpose: Any Cty: Queens. SSNY desig. as agent upon
may be served. SSNY shall mail process to lawful purpose. whom process against may be served & TEADEC LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with the
the LLC at the addr. of its princ. office. NJ shall mail process to 65-53 160TH St., Apt. SSNY on 07/25/2019. Office loc: Queens
addr. of LLC: c/o Genova Burns LLC, 30 Formation of Barbstyles, LLC filed 6H, Flushing, NY 11365. General Purpose. County. SSNY has been designated as
Montgomery St., 11th Fl., Jersey City, NJ with the Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) agent upon whom process against the
07302. Cert. of Form. filed with State Treas- on 7/9/19. Office loc.: Queens County. Notice of Formation of One Straw LLC LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail
urer, 33 W. State St., 5th Fl., Trenton, NJ SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon Articles of Organization Filed with the process to: C/O Sean Tubridy, 54 West
08608. Purpose: Any lawful activity. whom process against it may be served. Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) 14th Road, Broad Channel, NY 11693.
The address SSNY shall mail process to on 06/20/2019. Office location: Queens, Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose.
Barbara E. Cavanagh, 34-35 76th St., NY. SSNY designated as agent of LLC
ASK Info Tech LLC Articles of Org. filed with upon whom process against it may be
Apt. 6U, Jackson Heights, NY 11372. K Square Realty LLC Articles of Org.
NY Sec. of State (SSNY) on 06/25/2019. served. SSNY shall mail process to the
Purpose: Any lawful activity. filed with NY Sec. of State (SSNY) on
Office in Queens Co. SSNY designated company c/o United States Corporation 07/24/2019. Office in Queens Co. SSNY
agent of LLC upon whom process may be Agents, Inc., 7014 13th Ave, Ste. 202,
Notice of Formation of 11-01 127th designated agent of LLC upon whom
served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to Brooklyn, NY 11228. Principal business
Street LLC, Articles of Organization Filed process may be served. SSNY shall mail
320 beach 42nd Street, Far Rockaway, NY address:29-22 Northern Boulevard, Long
with the Secretary of State of New York copy of process to 45-22 162nd Street,
11691. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. Island City, NY 11101. Any lawful purpose.
(SSNY) on 08/01/19. Office location: 11-01 Suite 2A, Flushing, NY 11358. Purpose:
127th Street Queens, NY. SSNY designat- Any lawful purpose.
Storefront 101 Realty, LLC, Arts of Org. ed as agent of LLC upon whom process POM ART LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with the
filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) against it may be served. SSNY shall SSNY on 07/23/2019. Office loc: Queens Balaton Consulting, LLC, Arts of Org.
6/26/2019. Cty: Queens. SSNY desig. mail process to 11-01 127th Street LLC, County. SSNY has been designated as filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY)
as agent upon whom process against 3 DIANE CT, PLAINVIEW, NY 11803. Any agent upon whom process against the 4/24/2019. Cty: Queens. SSNY desig. as
may be served & shall mail process to lawful purpose. LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail agent upon whom process against may
c/o Elda Zollo, 97-17 103rd Ave., Ozone process to: 21-21 41st Avenue, #1D, LIC, be served & shall mail process to 23-82
Park, NY 11417. General Purpose. NY 11101. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose. Brooklyn Queens Expressway West, As-
MPCT Capital LLC Articles of Org. toria, NY 11103. General Purpose.
filed with NY Sec. of State (SSNY) on Notice of Qualification of AUSTIN COM-
Picture Perfect Bites, LLC, Arts of Org.
07/18/19. Office in Queens Co. SSNY MERCIAL, LP Appl. for Auth. filed with Secy. AP Processing LLC Articles of Org. filed
filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY)
designated agent of LLC upon whom of State of NY (SSNY) on 08/08/19. Office with NY Sec. of State (SSNY) on 5/6/2019.
6/17/2019. Cty: Queens. SSNY desig. as
process may be served. SSNY shall location: Queens County. LP formed in Del- Office in Queens Co. SSNY designated
agent upon whom process against may be
mail copy of process to 58-55 246 Cres, aware (DE) on 11/12/99. Duration of LP is agent of LLC upon whom process may be
served & shall mail process Christopher
Upper Unit, Little Neck, NY 11362. Pur- Perpetual. SSNY designated as agent of served. SSNY shall mail copy of process
Camera, 40-01 Little Neck Pkwy., 11B,
pose: Any lawful purpose. LP upon whom process against it may be to 80-15 Grenfell Street #B7 Kew Gardens
Little Neck, NY 11363. General Purpose.
served. SSNY shall mail process to Corpo- NY 11415. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
ration Service Co., 80 State St., Albany, NY
26 Linden Blvd LLC, Arts of Org.
12207-2543. Name and addr. of each gen- 187-11 Linden Blvd LLC, Arts of Org.
filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY)
eral partner are available from SSNY. DE filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY)
7/19/2019. Cty: Queens. SSNY desig.
addr. of LP: 251 Little Falls Dr., Wilmington, 6/11/2019. Cty: Queens. SSNY desig.
as agent upon whom process against
DE 19808. Cert. of LP filed with DE Secy. of as agent upon whom process against
may be served & shall mail process to
State, John G. Townsend Bldg., 401 Federal may be served & shall mail process to
85-15 Main St., Apt. 12C, Briarwood,
St., Ste. 4, Dover, DE 19901. Purpose: Con- 120-23 167th St., Jamaica, NY 11434.
NY 11435. General Purpose.
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Ideally, it is wonderful when we Teachers:

can involve the student in the If a parent is upset about
home/school communication something that has happened

Life With Our process as part of their literacy

program. This may be with pic-
tures or symbols or the printed
at school or there is an area of
concern, be prepared to spend
the time to discuss the issue. It is

“Artistic” Child word. With time and a consistent

approach, this may increase the
student’s awareness of the need
to communicate information
crucially important to maintain
a good relationship and very of-
ten this kind of discussion yields
a positive and constructive re-
about their day to their family. sult. Be a good listener. The
Do not be overly sensitive if you goal of this kind of discussion
By Kami-Leigh Agard receive written communication is to improve the child’s situa-
from a parent that appears to be tion and to maintain an ongo-
aggressive, troubled or that sug- ing good relationship between
Back-to-School Tips for gests wrong-doing. That parent
may be very stressed. Call the
home and school. Both parties
must be careful not to jump to

Parents and Teachers parent.

When Something Happens

conclusions or have precon-
ceived notions about what the
other is thinking, feeling or do-
It’s that time much anticipat- student’s history. Read all psy- Parents: ing.
ed, yet daunting time again—not chological and occupational If you are upset about a par- I hope the above is helpful
just for children and parents— therapy assessments making ticular event or aspect of your to parents and school person-
but teachers, therapists, school particular note of the most re- child’s program, talk to the nel easing in to the 2019-2020
administrators, paraprofession- cent recommendations. Discuss teacher about it. The first line of school year.
als and other special-needs per- with parents and incorporate communication should always
sonnel. BACK TO SCHOOL! them into the student’s program be the teacher. The teacher will Share your thoughts by email-
It’s a time when the transition where possible. Also, spend probably not be able to talk on ing ourartisticchild@outlook.
from summertime freedom at time with your student to build the phone during school hours. com or check out Rockaway
home to being thrust into a host a positive interaction pattern Make an appointment to talk Beach Autism Families (RBAF)
of changes in a new classroom and build understanding of the after school. Cool off, jot down Facebook page. Join us in “Turn-
brings up challenges for stu- teacher/student nature of your your concerns and be ready to ing the tide for our autism com-
dents, and we all feel it. Thank- relationship. listen. munity, one wave at a time.”
fully, while researching on how
parents and their children can
prepare for the new school year,
I came across a gem of an article
2—Home/School
Communication
Parents:
4th Annual Rockaway
on autismawarenesscentre.com,
authored by special-education
veteran, Leslie Broun, M.Ed.,
How information is shared
between school and home is an
important issue. As parents, you
Beach Bodysurf Contest
titled, “Back to School Tips for
Parents and Teachers.” I ex-
need to determine what kind of
format works for you. Note that
Set for Saturday
tracted three tips that I thought teachers and paraprofessionals This Saturday, September
would be helpful to not just chil- cannot spend a long time writ- 7 is the 4th Annual Rocka-
dren and parents, but our dedi- ing down everything that oc- way Beach Bodysurf Contest,
cated school personnel tirelessly curred during the day. If there and up to 72 bodysurfers will
toiling every day in the field. is a format that was previously be gathering to not just claim
successful and answered your the biggest wave, but bragging
1—About Your Child needs, share it with your child’s rights of winning this year’s
Parents: new teacher. Pictures are also gnarly event, hosted by Rock-
Provide the teacher with as very helpful. Teachers can use away Beach Bodysurf Under-
much information about your this information as a basis for ground (RBBU). tered participants get a contest
child with regard to his or her likes conversation and communica- The bodysurfing event will t-shirt and a bodacious time
and dislikes, previously successful tion skill development with the be at "The Box" on Beach 84th competing with fellow body-
strategies, sensory sensitivities, student. If you have concerns or Street's east jetty. Though surfers.
favorite shows, pets, family mem- you think that there is an area registration is closed, specta- Co-supporters of the event
bers, history of communication of difficulty, do not write about tors are welcome to come out include Noah and Patagonia.
skills and preferred activities. It it in the communication book. and show their support. Sign After the contest, the after-par-
can be particularly useful if you Call the teacher. What we write in begins at 8:30 a.m. The ty and awards ceremony will
prepare an organized document can often be misinterpreted or contest officially kicks off at be held at Rippers, Beach
that the teacher can keep and re- blown out of proportion. 10 a.m. 86th Boardwalk Concession.
fer to as necessary. Teachers: According to a RBBU post on This will not be one to miss as
Teachers: It is always helpful to keep in Instagram: “We have secured surf-riding band, Supertones,
Although time consuming, for mind that a student with autism all necessary NYC Parks and will be on the entertainment
students who are identified as who has limited verbal skills or is NYPD permits for the event, so lineup treating the crowd to
having special learning needs, non-verbal cannot tell their par- to cover the added costs, it was their last jam of the season.
it is critical to read their school ents about their day. The com- necessary to raise this year's For further information,
records. You need to know the munication book is their voice. entry fee to $35.” All regis- check out RBBU on Instagram.
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Broad Channel Put in the Work for Labor Day

Labor Day ended with a bang hard work into their ideas this
in Broad Channel. Broad year. There was everything
Channel residents surely out- from a Stranger Things float
did themselves at their annu- to the 50th anniversary of
al Labor Day parade featuring Woodstock to a tribute to
floats, costumes, music and popular song, “Old Country
more. Road.”
On Monday, September After marching down Cross
2, the weather cleared up Bay Blvd., everyone gathered
enough for the Broad Chan- at the BCAC field to enjoy a
nel parade to go off without a fun-filled time with a DJ, rides,
hitch, which was lucky for all food and more.
as participants put in a lot of Photos by Lauren Hawk.

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SEASIDE VIEW ar is dissolved. Pour over the
cucumbers and onions and
FROM THE refrigerate for several hours.
We did it overnight.
OCEAN 1909 Cucumbers should be
completely covered with the
dressing. Depending on the
Andy’s Sliced side of the cucumbers and
onions, you might need to
Cucumber double the dressing.
To slice the onions and cu-
cumbers, Andy used a man-
Salad doline slicer. If you do, be
careful!
By Sharon Feldman

Serves: 4
We grew some nice cukes.
Andy went to work!

Ingredients:
4 medium cucumbers, thin-
ly sliced
By Katie Lucev 1/3 cup sugar
This colorful beauty of a postcard is showing a view of Seaside ½ teaspoon salt
in Rockaway Beach. The lady is standing on one of the wooden ¼ cup cider vinegar (he
used apple cider vinegar)
poles that formed a jetty in the ocean. I remember doing this as a
kid, jumping in the water with a big splash. The rock jetties were¾ cup water
on a vertex angle and dangerous to jump off from. In the back- 2 small onions, thinly sliced
ground left, is the roller coaster at Playland and on the right is
Steeplechase Park. Directions:
Katie Lucev is the daughter of the late Rockaway Beach His- Mix together sugar, salt,
torian, Emil R. Lucev, Sr. (1933-2018) vinegar and water until sug-

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Travels with
Bob & Sandy
MEDICAL MATERIAL ABOARD
AN AIRCRAFT
By Bob & Sandy Nesoff forcing me to use tap water of
whatever country I’d be vaca-
Letters, we get letters. Read- tioning in? I would dispose of
Printing: er Richard asked us a darn
good question and we had to
both the bottle and leftover
contents on the return before
Letterheads, Envelopes, Bumper Stickers, stop and do some research to heading to the airport.
answer him. Richard wrote: Richard, that was a terrific
Custom Invites, Labels, Flyers, Business Cards Dear Bob & Sandy: question and one we should
In your August 22 column have addressed. To make sure
Silk Screen in The Rockaway Times, re-
garding items restricted the
that we were correct, we con-
tacted several airlines to de-
Printing CUSTOM
Plaques T-SHIRATsSLow
ing
Trophies Start as $15
Graphics
Tee Shirts
Hoodies
Posters
ID E RY NERS
B R O AN
E HIRTS, NBEEDS!
Caps
M
S , T-S ING
OPHIE R PRIN T
R
T ALL YO U TSA will confiscate, a ques-
tion was raised. I am one of
many people who use a C-Pap
(Continuous Positive Airway
termine what the policy for
carrying such liquids was.
Almost unanimously the an-
swer was the same. We found
Pressure machine). The de- out the hard way that even
T-Shirts vice uses distilled water to
humidify the air breathed by
though a liquid item may be in
a factory sealed container, you
Custom Made - No Minimum the patient. My experiences are going to lose it. That hap-
are that the smallest distilled pened to us with a very expen-
Custom Banners water containers are gallon sive bottle of wine. The TSA

Signs
bottles. Sterile water comes in agent who confiscated it had a
500 milliliter bottles. gleam in his eye as he placed
Before the current regula- it atop the scanner and not in
Large Color Print-Outs tions, I was able to carry a the bin with other confiscated
Print Your Art & sealed 500 milliliter bottle items. We were sure he had a
along with my C-Pap machine pleasant repast at his evening
Photos On Canvas in a bag noting that it con- meal.
Car & Truck Magnets Your Company
What • You • Sell • Here
tained medical equipment. You can bring a C-Pap ma-
Truck Lettering (Your) Phone-Num I consider that water to be a chine on board an aircraft
medical necessity. so long as it either fits in the
Custom Refrigerator Magnets My question is: considering overhead bin or under the
the stringent rules regarding seat. Otherwise it must be
the total amounts of liquid checked at the counter. Virtu-
91-19 Rockaway Beach Boulevard air passengers can carry, can ally every airline had reason-
718-634-1089 • 646-606-9062 I transport one small facto-
ry-sealed bottle of sterile wa-
able policies regarding med-
Rockawaygraphics@verizon.net ter or would TSA seize it, thus Continued on page 37

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TRAVELS WITH BOB & strong suggestion: make sure From Ready.gov: Hurricane Preparedness
SANDY the container is secure and Hurricane season is upon us pumps to protect your property.
will not be broken, as the bag- and runs through November 30. Keep receipts and submit them
Continued from Page 36
gage handlers do their best Always be ready. if you need to make a claim.
to destroy whatever they are According to Ready.gov: When a hurricane is 18-36
placing on or off the aircraft. When a hurricane is 36 hours hours away: bring loose, light-
ically necessary equipment To show that such things are from arriving: turn on your TV weight objects inside that
and they take steps to accom- accommodated, we included in or radio to get the latest weather could become projectiles (pa-
modate that. the airlines we questioned was updates and emergency instruc- tio furniture, garbage cans).
Such machines as C-Pap our least favorite, Spirit Airlines. tions. Restock your emergency Cover all of your home’s win-
may not be used on board the Surprisingly, Spirit’s policy was preparedness kit. Include food dows, if possible, including
aircraft because obviously flu- pretty much in line with the oth- and water sufficient for at least using exterior grade or marine
id must be present and that’s ers we spoke with. That’s a fair three days, medications, a flash- plywood.
a no-no. The distilled or ster- indicator of how the industry light, batteries, cash, and first- When a hurricane is 6-18
ile water must be placed in seeks to work with people need- aid supplies. hours away: Check your TV or
either a separate container or ing medical devices. Plan on how to communicate radio every 30 minutes for up-
within your checked luggage. That being said, we can’t urge with family members if you lose dates. Charge your cell phone
Since C-Pap machines are you more strongly to make sure power. During disasters, send- now so you will have a full bat-
commonly used while asleep, you contact your individual air- ing texts is usually reliable and tery if you lose power.
it should not pose a problem line well before flight time to faster than making phone calls When a hurricane is six hours
while in flight. Even on longer determine its individual policy. because phone lines are often away: If you are not in an area
flights, such as the one we re- Do not show up at the airport overloaded. that is recommended for evacu-
cently took from the United and expect to be accommodat- Review your evacuation zone, ation, stay at home and let oth-
States to China and back, the ed, if its policy is contrary to evacuation route and shelter lo- ers know where you are. Stay
16 to 18 hours permit you to what we’ve said here. cations. You may have to leave away from windows; flying glass
nap but you’ll have to do it Richard, again, thank you for quickly, so plan ahead. from broken windows can injure
without the C-Pap. a very important question and Keep your car in good working you.
Be aware that some air- we hope that answers you. We condition and keep the gas tank Turn your refrigerator or freez-
lines will require a 48-hour are always open to clarifying full. er to the coldest setting and open
advance notification before anything we’ve written about. If you have flood insurance, only when necessary. If you lose
coming on board with dis- So don’t hesitate to write. All your policy may cover up to power, food will last longer.
tilled water even though it is letters will be forwarded from $1000 in loss avoidance meas- Check TV and radio and City
being checked with luggage. A the newspaper to us. ures like sandbags and water websites for the latest updates.

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LOCAL COLOR:
READERS SEND IN THEIR PIX
We might be a little biased, but we think some of the best photographers in the world live in Rockaway. Here are some shots that
readers shared with us this week. Send your photos (limit to 2 per week) to mail@rockawaytimes.com and we’ll do our best to print
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By Kami-Leigh Agard BBQ Bob, JJ Murphy and Rocka- these surfriding dudes drop in on Fridays
way’s musicmeister, Simon Char- your senses with surf rock tubular 5 p.m.
Who cares if Labor Day has come diet, step in pumping a different beats and guitar riffs. Join Riis’ famous Friday night
and gone? Summer ain’t over! The heat that’ll make you sweat in rev- Rippers, Beach 86th Boardwalk rosé flowing lobster jam with DJ
heat is still on and the Rockaway elry. Concession Shirine Saad. $30 lobster dinner
Groan still rules. There’s so much 92-07 Rockaway Beach Blvd. includes 1 1/2 lb. lobster and sides,
to enjoy as local hot spots are for- Saturday, September 7 corn and potatoes. Reserve at lob-
ever hopping with fabulous live Friday, September 6 8:30 p.m. ster-jam.eventbrite.com.
music, theater and arts, plus the 8:30 p.m. Head to Thai Rock as JJ’s Funky Bay 9 Riis Beach Park Bazaar
concessions are open for another Whether you’re looking to dance Groove takes you down memory
glorious week. So stick around— or just vibe to timeless music— lane performing Fleetwood Mac’s Sundays
the Rock is the place to be! Decades will have something for “Rumours" album in its entirety, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
everyone of all generations at Thai as well as other timeless rock fa- Head to Whit’s for a hoppin’
LIVE MUSIC: Rock. This 5-piece band will woo vorites. jazz/beebop lunch featuring the
Thursday, September 5 you as they perform your favorite 375 Beach 92nd Street Mike Severino Trio.
7 p.m. classics from the 90s, 80s, 70s, 60s 97-02 Rockaway Beach Blvd
Tonight at Uma’s—It’s a special and 50s. Saturday, September 7
evening as Squid Trio featuring 97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. SPECIAL MENTIONS
Chris Tedesco, Karen Buff and El Get ready folks! Soshyne is mak- 3 ON 3 BY THE SEA
Profesor Squid with guest, Nicole Friday, September 6 ing their grand debut at RBQ! Just TOURNAMENT
Cicero, belts out a hefty treat of 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. one warning. Get there early. Saturday, September 7
squidalicious acoustic blues, roots Head to RBQ on RBB for an ‘Cause fans will be packing in look- 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
and Americana. unforgettable evening with Celt- ing for a dose of the popular band’s Join family, friends and fans in
92-07 Rockaway Beach Blvd. ic-American singer/songwriter, classic and psychedelic rock! remembering the life of local bas-
Jeff Conlon, as he delivers his orig- 97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd ketball trailblazer and cancer war-
Thursday, September 5 inal lineup of rock, folk and Irish rior, Clare Droesch at the annual 3
8:30 p.m. music, plus your cherished classic Saturday, September 7 on 3 By The Sea basketball tourna-
Tonight is the last night of Bun- rock covers. 9 p.m. ment. Free youth clinic for grades
galow Bar’s summertime series, 97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd Tonight Rogers will be sizzling 10 and under at 9 a.m., followed by
Thursdays with Bobby Butler and with the Midnight Ramblers cook- grades 3 to 4 from 10 to 11:30 p.m., 5
Friends. So, you definitely don’t Saturday, September 7 ing up a high energy hybrid of to 8, 12p.m. to 12:30 p.m. and high
want to miss The Butler jammin’ 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. rockabilly and jump blues! school and open division from 2
with Joe Kenel and Friends. In a dancing mood? Well, head 203 Beach 116th Street p.m. to 3:30 p.m. $50 per player.
377 Beach 92nd Street to La Barracuda as DJ Rhythm Se- For non-players, $10 for adults, $5
lector spins all your fave old school Sunday, September 8 for ages 13 and under, and children
Friday, September 6 70s, 80s, 90s RB&, reggae, house, 4 p.m. under 6—free! Registration open
6 p.m. to 9 p.m. rap and latin beats. Head to the heart of Rockaway up to 30 minutes before game time.
Calling all classic rock lovers! Corner of Beach 97th Street and Beach for a squidalicious serving Plus DJs, raffles and apparel will be
Head to the boardwalk ‘cause The Rockaway Beach Blvd of acoustic blues, roots and Ameri- for sale. Cash and checks accept-
Jack of Clubs will be making their cana by master music chefs, Squid ed. Checks should be made out to
grand debut at Caracas! If Deep Saturday, September 7 Trio. Where? None other than out- The Graybeards. All proceeds ben-
Purple, Eric Clapton, Led Zeppelin 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. door Rockaway Beach food oasis, efit the Clare Droesch Scholarship
and more are on your playlist, this This Saturday afternoon, RBQ is La Barracuda. Fund.
is one boardwalk jam you won’t not just dishing up their always fin- Corner of Beach 97th Street and St. Francis de Sales Courts
want to miss! ger-lickin’ barbecue, but also Blac Rockaway Beach Blvd.
Caracas, Beach 106th Boardwalk Rabbit, performing Beatles classics ARTS
Concession masterfully colored with their own Sunday, September 8 Saturday, September 15
compositions. 5 p.m. 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Friday, September 6 97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd Forgot tomorrow is Monday! Join the Rockaway Artists Alli-
6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Head to the BayHouse for a frolick- ance at the opening reception of
Put your dancing shoes and Saturday, September 7 ing afternoon with great food, bay ArtSplash 2018. Attendees will get
head to La Barracuda for Linda 4 p.m. views and live entertainment from the opportunity to celebrate local
Lorenzo Duo’s dazzling lineup of DredSurfer hosts "GAG ORDER" the Soccer Dads. artists’ work in all media including
blues, class rock and soul. Plus On The Rocks Weekend Caribbean 500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point photography, paint, sculpture, etc.
the outdoor food garden offers Beach Party jam. Come on down The exhibit will be open Saturdays
sumptuous Columbian beach fare and vibe to live Caribbean enter- Sunday, September 8 and Sundays, from September 14
cuisine, gourmet fries from Fry So tainment, food, beer and wine. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. through November 10.
Fine and divine bbq from Beach Free! Celebrate SUNDAY KNIGHTS For more info, visit:rockawa-
Bum Barbecue. DredSurfer Beach 17th Street with the Knights of Columbus. yartistsalliance.org
Corner of Beach 97th Street and Concession For just $25, this event knights you sTudio 7 Gallery, Fort Tilden
Rockaway Beach Blvd. with live music from The Rock-A-
Saturday, September 7 Wades, light fare, beer and wine. Got info on local live music and
Friday, September 6 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Plus 50/50s and more! art? Email: kami@rockawaytimes.
8 p.m. Last Supertones show of the sea- 333 Beach 90th Street com
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Mardi Gras Merriment

in Breezy Point
Breezy knows how to party, especially ‘50s, ‘60s, ‘70s, ‘80s and even a much-ap-
when it comes to parades. On Saturday, Au- plauded Mayor Bill de Blasio dressed as a
gust 31, Breezy Point kicked off Mardi Gras clown, the paradegoers brought claps and
with the 61st Annual Breezy Point Mardi laughs in full force. We’ll let these pictures
Gras Parade. from Lou Romas and Suzanne Valentine
From bands to floats to coordinated tell the story.
group routines, the creativity was flowing Residents made sure to decorate their
down Bedford Avenue in Breezy Point on homes for the occasion as friends and fam-
Saturday. Everything for a Queen Tribute ily joined them on front porches to witness
to a White Claw crew to flashbacks to the the spectacle.

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End of Summer Fun in Roxbury

By Bill Pritchet ners are Jim Dengler, her kite for over an programs for many py and Healthy Mardi
Albert Loyola and Ed hour. One kite was so years to come. I hope Gras. See you all next
The kids of Roxbury McGorty. high over Roxbury, you everyone had a Hap- year.
were kept busy this Volleyball lessons could hardly see it and
summer with a pleth- are now in their ninth we thought we might
ora of activities from year. The children were be in trouble with JFK
swimming lessons and fortunate this year to Airport.
races, to volleyball les- have Lynn Beruldsen None of the above
sons and even a kite Milano, a professional would have happened
flying day. volleyball teacher and without the help of my
This was the tenth coach, who did amaz- sidekick Pat Hurley
year for Roxbury swim- ing things with the and the many volun-
ming lessons given by kids. She was assisted teers that helped.
Kathy Kirker and fami- by Erin Hvidsten, who I'm looking forward
ly. What could be more has been teaching the to continuing these
important than chil- kids all summer. One
dren learning how to of our youngest volley-
swim when they live by ball players was two-
the water. Swimming year-old Alice Bishop,
races were brought who learned how to
back to Roxbury eight bump the volleyball.
years ago. This year’s Roxbury's Kite Flying
race winners in- Day was a huge suc-
clude Michael Wheel- cess aided by a strong
er, Caitlyn Wheeler, cooperating wind.
Haley Printz, Emma Over 85 kites filled the
McGorty, Ev McGorty, sky over Roxbury. Wide
Eden McGorty, Ev Abel smiles were shown by
and Gracie Abel. Even the children and Carol
the adults got in on the Weinsheimer, our sen-
action. The adult win- ior kite flyer, who flew

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