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FEBRUARY TRIVIA FUN
WRITTEN BY
AMELIA INTRAVAIA
1. What is the birthstone for
February?
2. What is the flower of
February?
3. When is traditionally
Groundhog Day?
4. What two Presidents
birthdays are celebrated
in February?
5. What actor played
Dr. Gillespie in the movies?
6. Who played Dr. Kildare in
the movies?
7. What winged figure is
symbolic of St. Valentine’s
Day?
8. What other animal name is
the Groundhog known by?
9. If the Groundhog sees his
shadow, what does it mean?
10. What was the Glenn Miller
Orchestra theme song?
Kids Jokes
11. What three famous Rock
N’ Roll singers were
killed in a plane crash Feb. 3, 1959?
12. What two actors played the leads in the hit TV
show “Hart to Hart”?
Q: Why did the boy have his
13. Who played their faithful servant and
friend, Max?
girlfriend put in jail?
14. Who is known as Broadway Joe?
A: She stole his heart.
15. Where is the Football Hall of Fame Museum
located?
Q: How did the telephone
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propose to his girlfriend?
A: He gave her a ring.
TEEN KARATE
PROGRAM
Q:
This 8 week program is a beginner
karate class for students ages 13-17.
Students must register in advance and
there is a $40 materials fee. This
includes the uniform, administration fee and other materials. Normal
cost would be close to $180. Sachem
CYS offers this program in conjunction with LI Family Karate. Classes will
take place on Tuesdays from 4:00-5:45
pm. Please call Sachem Community
Youth Services at 585-1811.
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A:
Why did the boy put candy under
his pillow?
Because he wanted sweet dreams.
Q: What did one volcano say to the other?
A: I lava you.
Q: Why is lettuce the
most loving vegetable?
A: Because it's all heart.
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Kids Jokes
Q: What did the octopus say
to his girlfriend when
he proposed?
A: Can I have your hand,
hand, hand, hand, hand,
hand, hand, hand
in marriage?
Q: What did the stamp say to the envelope
A:
Q:
A:
on Valentine's Day?
I'm stuck on you!
What travels around the world
but stays in one corner?
A stamp.
Q: What did the paper
clip say to the magnet?
A: I find you very
attractive.
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SENIOR JOKES
RE-RELEASED HITS FOR
BABY BOOMERS:
***FRAUD ALERT ***
SUPERVISOR ROMAINE WARNS
RESIDENTS ABOUT LETTER
SEEKING ACCESS INTO HOMES
BY INDIVIDUALS POSING AS
TOWN WORKERS
• “You’re So Varicose Vein” by Carly Simon
• “How Can You Mend A Broken Hip?” by the BeeGees
• “The First Time Ever I Forgot Your Face” by
Roberta Flack
Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine today warned
residents about a scam by individuals looking to pose
as Town workers to illegally enter private homes.
Suffolk County Police and the Suffolk County District
Attorney have been notified of this incident.
Town officials were alerted on January 2, 2015 of a
letter sent to residents falsely claiming that employees
from the Town Assessor’s office would be inspecting
their property on Saturday, January 3, 2015 between
the hours of 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. as part of “reassessments
for the upcoming tax year.”
No such reassessment or inspection is taking place
in Brookhaven Town.
“Whoever sent this fraudulent letter out will be prosecuted to the fullest extent to the law,” said Supervisor
Romaine. “We are asking the public to contact us at
451-TOWN if they have received any such letter, and to
protect themselves and their family from those who
fraudulently sent this letter. Any Brookhaven Town
employee who is conducting official business will have
proper identification, be travelling in an official vehicle,
and will otherwise be able to identify themselves as
acting in an official capacity.”
• “I Can’t See Clearly Now” by Johnny Nash
• “Papa Got A Kidney Stone” by the Temptations
• “These Boots Give Me Arthritis” by Nancy Sinatra
• “You Make Me Feel Like Napping” by Leo Sayer
• “Once, Twice, Three Trips to the Bathroom” by
the Commodores
• “A Whiter Shade of Hair” by Procol Harum
• “I Get By with a Little Help from Depends” by
the Beatles
• “Rikki, Don’t Lose Your Car Keys” by Steely Dan
• “Mrs. Brown, You’ve Got a Lovely Walker”
by Herman's Hermits
• “Talkin’ ‘Bout My Medication” by the Who
• “Bald Thing” by the Troggs
• “You Can’t Always Pee When You Want” by the
Rolling Stones
• “I Heard It through the Grape Nuts” by Marvin Gaye
And last, but definitely not least,
• “Bad Prune Rising” by Credence Clearwater Revivial
(our personal favorite)
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VALENTINE QUOTE
Love is our true destiny. We do not
find the meaning of life by
ourselves alone - we find it with another.
- Thomas Merton
I know of only one duty, and that is to love.
- Albert Camus
BE PREPARED FOR WINTER
WEATHER AND STORMS
The winter season is upon us, and Legislator Tom
Muratore (R-Ronkonkoma) would like to offer residents helpful tips in preparation of extreme cold
weather and winter storms. “We have already been
hit with one freezing cold spell, and winter is long
from over,” stated Legislator Muratore. “It is important to take some simple precautionary measures to
keep your family safe and protect your home and
personal property.”
The following information is provided courtesy of
http://www.ready.gov/
BEFORE WINTER STORMS AND
EXTREME COLD
To prepare for a winter storm you should do the
following:
• Consider adding the following supplies to your
emergency kit:
• Rock salt or more environmentally safe products
to melt ice on walkways. Visit the Environmental
Protection Agency for a complete list of
recommended products.
• Sand to improve traction.
• Snow shovels and other snow removal equipment.
• Sufficient heating fuel. You may become isolated
in your home and regular fuel sources may be cut
off. Store a good supply of dry, seasoned wood
for your fireplace or wood-burning stove.
• Adequate clothing and blankets to keep you warm.
• Make a Family Communications Plan. Your family
may not be together when disaster strikes, so it is
important to know how you will contact one
another, how you will get back together and what
you will do in case of an emergency.
• A NOAA Weather Radio broadcasts alerts and
warnings directly from the NWS for all hazards.
You may also sign up in advance to receive
notifications from your local emergency services.
Download FEMA’s Be Smart. Know Your Alerts
and Warnings for a summary of notifications
at:www.ready.gov/prepare. Free smart phone
apps, such as those available from FEMA and the
American Red Cross, provide information about
finding shelters, providing first aid, and seeking
assistance for recovery.
• Minimize travel. If travel is necessary, keep a
disaster supplies kit in your vehicle.
• Bring pets/companion animals inside during
winter weather. Move other animals or livestock
to sheltered areas with non-frozen drinking water.
SENIOR JOKES
Three old ladies were discussing the
trials and tribulations of getting older.
One said, "Sometimes I catch myself
with a jar of mayonnaise in my hand
while standing in front of the refrigerator, and I can't
remember whether I need to put it away or start
making a sandwich." The second lady chimed in with,
"Yes, sometimes I find myself on the landing of the
stairs and can't remember whether I was on my way up
or on my way down." The third one responded, "Well,
ladies, I'm glad I don't have that problem, knock on
wood," as she rapped her knuckles on the table and
then said, "That must be the door, I'll get it!"
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SENIOR JOKES
You're over the hill when your back
goes out more than you do.
KARATE PROGRAM
This 8 week program is a beginner
karate class for students ages 712. Students must register in
advance and there is a $40 materials fee. This includes the uniform,
administration fee and other materials. Normal cost would be close to
$180. Sachem CYS offers this program in conjunction
with LI Family Karate. Classes will take place on
Thursdays from 4:00-5:45 pm. Please call Sachem
Community Youth Services at 585-1811.
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Dominik Benedetto, son of Donna Llorens and
Mike Benedetto, graduated from the U.S. Coast
Guard Academy May 21, 2014. Dominik is from
Ronkonkoma and is a 2010 Connetquot graduate. He received his bachelor's degree in Civil
Engineering and has been assigned to the
Coast Guard Cutter Bertholf in Alameda,
California. Dominik's older brother Michael is a
former Coast Guardsman and his younger
brother Lukas is currently attending the Coast
Guard Academy.
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DUCKS SPEND DAY WITH TD BANK “TAKE A DUCK TO CLASS” WINNER
TEAM VISITS SCHOOL OF FIRST ESSAY CONTEST WINNER IN 2015
The Long Island Ducks began their annual TD Bank “Take a
Duck to Class” essay contest visits at John Quincy Adams
Primary School. Second grader Joseph Esposito was honored
as the first contest winner this year for writing a wonderful essay
about “Who is a hero in your community and why?”
The day began with an assembly in the auditorium for the
entire second grade class. Members of the Ducks congratulated
Joseph for a job well done, and he was presented with a $50
Visa gift card by TD Bank Vice President of U.S. Field Marketing
Eric Fishon and TD Bank Deer Park store manager Mary
Warren-Mancini. Joseph went on to read his essay aloud to
everyone in attendance, including his family and the hero he
wrote about, North Babylon firefighter Dave Pappio.
After a long ovation, Long Island’s favorite mascot,
QuackerJack, was welcomed by the students and even showed off
some of his favorite dance moves. Dave then spoke with the
students about fire safety and was interviewed, along with Joseph,
by several members of the media who covered the event.
Following the assembly, Joesph and his classmates received a
special visit to their classroom from QJ and TD Bank. The entire
class was prepared with popcorn bags featuring QuackerJack
on the front and cupcakes to celebrate. Finally, everyone posed
for pictures, got autographs and received a gift bag full of
goodies, courtesy of TD Bank and the Ducks.
Contestants were able fill out applications available at
LIDucks.com this fall and submit an essay of 250 words or less
on “Who is a hero in your community and why?” Out of a
record number of essays received from all over Long Island,
four lucky winners were selected. Each one will receive an
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hour-long visit to their school from Long Island’s most popular
mascot, QuackerJack, along with a Visa gift card from TD Bank.
Here are the remaining winners in this year’s TD Bank “Take
a Duck to Class” essay contest and when the Ducks will be
visiting their school:
Nicole Pottgen – Canaan Elementary School
(Patchogue, N.Y.) - Friday, January 30 at 2:30 p.m.
Nicholas Illare – East Islip Middle School
(East Islip, N.Y.) - Friday, February 6 (Time TBD)
Amy Whitman – Edna Louise Spear Elementary
School (Port Jefferson, N.Y.) – Date TBD
The Long Island Ducks are members of the Atlantic League of
Professional Baseball and play their home games at Bethpage
Ballpark. For further information, call (631) 940-DUCK or visit
www.liducks.com.
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MOMS CLUB OF
WESTERN
BROOKHAVEN
SENIOR JOKES
Two elderly women were out driving in
a large car. Both could barely see over
the dashboard. As they were cruising
along, they came to an intersection.
The stoplight was red, but they just went on through.
The woman in the passenger seat thought to herself, "I
must be losing it. I could have sworn we just went
through a red light." After a few more minutes, they
came to another intersection, and the light was red
again. They went right though it. This time, the woman
in the passenger seat was almost sure that the light
had been red and was really concerned that she was
losing it. She was getting nervous and decided to pay
very close attention to the road and the next intersection to see what was going on. At the next intersection,
the light was definitely red, and sure enough, they went
right through again. She turned to the other woman
and said, "Mildred! Did you know we just ran through
three red lights in a row? You could have killed us!"
Mildred turned to her and said, "Oh my, am I driving?"
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MOMS Club of Western
Brookhaven (http://brookhavenmomsclub.webs.com) is part of
MOMS Club International and
we are a non-profit support
group
for
stay-at-home
moms and for moms who
work part-time.
We get
together for playgroups,
field trips, moms nights out
and more.
Serving
Centereach, Farmingville,
Hauppauge, Holbrook, Holtsville, Lake Grove, Lake
Ronkonkoma,
Nesconset,
Port
Jefferson,
Ronkonkoma, Selden and surrounding areas. We
meet the last Thursday of the month at 10am at the
VFW Hall (55 Lake Shore Rd, Ronkonkoma).
For more information contact Kathleen 516-662-2440
or mvpmomsclub@yahoo.com
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SENIOR JOKES
An old fellow fell in love with a lady. He
got down on his knees and told her
there were two things he would like to
ask her. She replied, "OK." He said,
"Will you marry me?" She replied, "Yes," then asked
what his second question was. He replied, "Will you
help me up?"
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REP. LEE ZELDIN HONORS TOWN
OF SOUTHOLD ON 375th
ANNIVERSARY
On January 17, 2015, at Brecknock Hall in Greenport,
Congressman Zeldin presented a Certificate of
Congressional Recognition to the Town of Southold in
honor of the town's 375th Anniversary. This was
Congressman Zeldin’s first public speaking event in
district since being recently sworn in.
Brecknock Hall was once the summer home of
William Floyd’s son. William Floyd was one of four New
Yorkers to sign the Declaration of Independence and
was also the first Congressman from the First
Congressional District. Congressman Zeldin happens
to be a graduate of William Floyd High School in
Mastic Beach.
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Kids Jokes
Q: What do squirrels give for
Valentine's Day?
A: Forget-me-nuts.
Q: Why did the banana go
out with the prune?
A: Because it couldn't get
a date.
Q: What did the caveman give his wife
on Valentine's Day?
A: Ughs and kisses!
Q: What did the elephant say
to his girlfriend?
A: I love you a ton!
Q: What did one pickle
A:
say to the other?
You mean a great dill
to me.
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Ask the Attorney is a monthly column which allows readers to have their
legal questions answered by qualified attorneys. You may submit your questions via email or call the number listed below for immediate answers. All
inquiries are confidential and free. The names of those submitting questions
are changed to ensure anonymity.
Q: Dear Attorney:
I have a tenant who hasn’t paid me rent for five months.
I went to an attorney to start an eviction but I just received
a letter that the tenant filed for bankruptcy. My attorney
says I can’t file the eviction now and that I may not get the
back rent I’m owed. Is there anything I can do to get the
tenant out and collect the money that I’m owed? - Ann
A: Dear Ann:
The answers to your questions are yes and maybe. You
didn’t indicate in your letter what chapter of bankruptcy the
tenant filed. However, whether you’re dealing with a
Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, there is an automatic
stay in effect which prevents you from starting the eviction
proceeding while the bankruptcy case is pending. If your
tenant filed a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, you can either wait until
the case is closed and then start the eviction proceeding or
you can make a motion to the bankruptcy court for permission to lift the stay and proceed immediately. However, you
will have to pay an attorney to make the motion and since a
typical Chapter 7 case only takes about three months to be
discharged and closed, it may make more sense to just wait
until the end of the case. With respect to the rent that you
are owed, that debt will likely be wiped out in the Chapter 7,
so although you will still be able to evict the tenant, you
probably will not be able to get a money judgment for the
back rent. The one exception may be if there are nonexempt
assets belonging to the tenant that the Chapter 7 trustee is
liquidating. In that case, you would be notified by the trustee
to file a proof of claim for the amount you are owed and you
may receive some money. Similarly, if the tenant filed a
Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you will have the opportunity to file
a proof of claim and possibly collect the back money as well
as the go-forward rent payments. Feel free to contact my
office to discuss your rights and remedies further.
Q:
Dear Attorney:
My fiancé and I have been together for many years. We
own a house together and have joint credit cards. We are
struggling financially and are considering bankruptcy. Can
we file a bankruptcy case together since we have joint
debts? - Barb
A: Dear Barb:
Unfortunately, no. While you can both file for bankruptcy,
you would have to file separate cases since you are not
legally married.
Call anytime or email questions:
Spina & Kreitzman
Attorneys at Law
300 Rabro Drive, Suite 152 • Hauppauge, NY 11788
(631) 342-8388 • asklegalquestions@gmail.com
Focusing on Bankruptcy, Foreclosure Defense,
Mortgage Modification, Debt Relief, Judgments
& Wage Garnishments, Real Estate.
We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for
bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code.
This column is for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing
legal advice. You should contact an attorney to obtain advice with respect to any
particular issue or problem.
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SERVICE FAIR EDUCATES SCHOOL PERSONNEL AND PARENTS
coordination, and financial planning services were on
hand to provide important information to attendees.
Herb and Regina Johnson from Westhampton Beach
attended the fair on behalf of their eighteen-year-old
son who has autism. They were looking for guardianship information but after visiting all of the tables, they
had two bags filled with brochures, pamphlets, business cards, and more. Mr. Johnson said, “The fair was
very beneficial. Everything was here, all in one place.
We got very useful information about social security,
and now we know what we need to do, where to go,
and who to talk to for our son.”
The Annual Agency Services Fair sponsored by
Eastern Suffolk BOCES (ESBOCES)Student Support
Services provided an opportunity for parents, school
social workers, school psychologists, and teachers to
connect with a wide-variety of service providers to
prepare for their child’s/student’s future.
ESBOCES School Social Worker Jennifer FarnumWeber said, “The goal of the fair is to make
connections between school districts and outside
community agencies. We hope to fit the needs of our
students and our component school districts to the
best of our ability.”
Jennifer’s role is to partner with the community and
outside agencies to keep social workers and psychologists up to date with the most recent trends.
Program Administrator Elizabeth Melichar said, “It’s
never too early for parents and schools to think about
transitioning their child/student. In essence, the social
workers make the connections. They are the conduit to
give parents names and information about services and
programs. As part of the New York State Education
Department regulations, we need to provide parent
training and education on a regular basis. This fair is a
perfect forum.”
More than fifty representatives from day habilitation
programs, group homes, respite programs, service
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LOVE SONGS WITH THE RICCIARDIS
HAND-WASHING, HYGIENE & HEALTH
February 1 2:00pm
That’s amore! Husband and wife duo Vincent and Emily
Ricciardi will perform some of the most famous love
duets and ballads of our era, drawn from the worlds of
opera, Broadway, jazz, and pop.
Wednesday, February 11 10:30am
In today’s complicated world, sometimes the simplest
solutions can be the most effective. Vanessa Langer,
RN, MS will explore fast, easy, and universal ways to
promote health and stop the spread of germs.
BALLROOM DANCING: WALTZ
RUDOLPH VALENTINO: THE GREAT
LOVER OF THE SILVER SCREEN
Friday, February 6 7:30pm
Instructor Kelly Ficarra of Rhythms & Soul Dance
Studio will teach this romantic dance style, one of the
most popular and traditional ballroom dances. Come
alone or bring a partner.
Wednesday, February 11 7:00pm
Valentino was the big screen’s first incarnation of the
“Latin Lover,” a magnetic, mysterious, and exotic figure
adored by women and despised by men. With the assistance of audio and video clips, former teacher and
journalist Marilyn Carminio will show you how Valentino
rose from obscure Italian immigrant beginnings to
become a magnificent screen idol. See why his legend
lives on nearly 90 years after his death!
DEMENTIA: KEEPING THE
CONVERSATION GOING
Monday, February 2 7:00pm
Living with or caring for a loved one with dementia
poses many challenges for families and caregivers.
Back by popular demand, Michael Romas, PhD, will
conduct an open Q&A forum which will address and
explore your questions and concerns.
FROM WRITING TO PUBLISHING
Monday, February 9 7:00pm
Get tips on how to integrate your research with your
writing project and explore various avenues for getting
your work published. Mankh (Walter E. Harris III) has
over 12 years of experience designing, editing, and
publishing nearly 70 books with his own imprint,
Allbook Books. He is resident poet and essay contributor at axisoflogic.com, and his writings have been
published both online and in print in numerous publications including Long Island Pulse, Newsday, The
Long-Islander, PoetryBay.com, and Book/Mark
Quarterly Review.
EVERY STEP YOU TAKE
Tuesday, February 3 11:30am
Jared Caspe, DPT, Physical Therapist, will discuss
tricks and techniques for walking safely, climbing
stairs, and maintaining balance. This program will also
be helpful for caregivers, who will learn methods for
guarding and assisting their loved ones.
ORAL HEALTH CARE FOR 50+
Thursday, February 5 10:30am
It is never too late to begin a good oral hygiene routine.
Dr. Katie Chin, a General Practice Resident from Stony
Brook University School of Dental Medicine, will explain
the truth about proper oral hygiene, whether or not you
still have all your teeth. Find out how to cut down on
medical bills and doctor visits, as well as ways to
encourage your children and grandchildren to develop
good habits.
NEW!
All are welcome to attend this free event at the Sachem
Public Library. For more information, or to register, call
631-588-5024.
YOUTH WITH SPECIAL
NEEDS KARATE
PROGRAM
ARTS AND CRAFTS
PROGRAM
Sachem Community Youth
Services offers an Arts and Crafts
program for ages 7-12. Come be
creative and have fun! Please call
585-1811 for more details.
This 8 week program is a beginner
karate class for students ages 7-17.
Students must register in advance and
there is a $40 materials fee. This
includes the uniform, administration
fee
and
other
materials.
Normal cost
would be close to $180.
Sachem CYS offers this
program in conjunction with LI
Family Karate. Classes will take
place on Wednesdays from 4:005:45 pm. Please call Sachem
Community Youth Services at 585-1811.
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TEENS EARN MONEY
Sachem Community Youth Services has
yardwork, babysitting, housecleaning,
and
other
odd
jobs
for
Sachem/Brookhaven Town residents, ages 13-20. For more
information please call 585-1811.
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FEBRUARY FILMS AT
SACHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY
150 HOLBROOK ROAD • HOLBROOK, NY 11741
For the month of February the following free movies
will be shown at the Sachem Public Library:
All are welcome to attend these free films at
the Sachem Public Library. For R-rated movies,
those under 17 must be accompanied by an adult.
For more information call 631-588-5024.
NEIGHBORS • THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5 • 1:30 & 6:30PM
After a fraternity moves into the house next door, a young
couple engages the college students in a competition to see
who will survive in the neighborhood. Directed by Nicholas
Stroller. Starring Seth Rogen, Rose Byrne, Zac Efron. (R-1:37)
BEGIN AGAIN • THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12
1:30 & 6:30PM
A chance encounter between a disgraced music business executive and a young singer-songwriter turns into a promising
collaboration between the two talents. Directed by John
Carney. Starring Keira Knightley, Mark Ruffalo, Adam Levine.
(R-1:44)
AMAZING SPIDER-MAN 2 • THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19
1:30 & 6:30PM
When New York is put under siege by Oscorp, it is up to SpiderMan to save his loved ones and the city he swore to protect.
Directed by Marc Webb. Starring Andrew Garfield, Emma
Stone, Jamie Foxx. (PG13-2:22)
THE HUNDRED-FOOT JOURNEY
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26 • 1:30 & 6:30PM
The Kadam family leaves India for France where they open a
restaurant directly across the road from Madame Mallory's
Michelin-starred eatery. Directed by Lasse Hallström. Starring
Helen Mirren, Om Puri, Manish Dayal. (PG-2:02)
REEL REBELS JU DOU • TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3 • 6:00PM
A tragic and poignant love story set against the colorful backdrop of a Chinese dye mill, this Oscar-nominated film features
stunning cinematography. Directed by Zhang Yimou. Starring
Gong Li, Li Wei, Li Baotian. (1990, PG13 – 1:35) (3 hours)
SATURDAY FOREIGN FILM
THE HUNT • SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14 • 2:00PM
�A highly-regarded school teacher who has overcome a difficult divorce finds his life shattered by an untruthful remark that
throws his small community into a collective state of hysteria.
Danish with English subtitles. Directed by Thomas Vinterberg.
Starring Mads Mikkelsen, Thomas Bo Larsen, Annika
Wedderkopp. (2012, R-1:55)
SPECIAL FILM PRESENTATIONS
LADY SINGS THE BLUES
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11 • 1:30PM
In honor of Black History Month, revisit this award-winning film
which chronicles the rise and fall of legendary blues singer
Billie Holiday. Directed by Sidney J. Furie. Starring Billy Dee
Williams, Diana Ross, Richard Pryor. (1972, R-2:23)
BRIGHT STAR • FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13• 1:30PM
19th century poet John Keats and the girl next door, Fanny
Brawne, start out totally at odds with one another. However,
when Brawne offers to help Keats nurse his seriously ill brother,
the two become involved in an unstoppable romance. Directed
by Jane Campion. Starring Abbie Cornish, Ben Whishaw, Paul
Schneider. (2009, PG-2:00)
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Two traveling angels stopped
to spend the night in the home
of a wealthy family.
The younger angel was infuriated and asked the older
angel how could you have let this happen? The first man
had everything, yet you helped him, she accused.
The family was rude and
refused to let the angels stay in
the mansion's guest room.
The second family had little but was willing to share everything, and you let the cow die.
Instead the angels were given a
small space in the cold basement.
"Things aren't always what they seem," the older angel
replied.
As they made their bed on the hard floor, the
older angel saw a hole in the wall and repaired it.
When the younger angel asked why, the older angel
replied, "Things aren't always what they seem"
The next night the pair came to rest at the house of a very
poor, but very hospitable farmer and his wife.
After sharing what little food they had the couple let the
angels sleep in their bed where they could have a good
night's rest.
When the sun came up the next morning the angels found
the farmer and his wife in tears? Their only cow, whose
milk had been their sole income, lay dead in the field.
"When we stayed in the basement of the mansion, I noticed
there was gold stored in that hole in the wall.
Since the owner was so obsessed with greed and unwilling
to share his good fortune, I sealed the wall so he wouldn't
find it."
"Then last night as we slept in the farmers bed, the angel of
death came for his wife I gave him the cow instead. Things
aren't always what they seem."
Sometimes that is exactly what happens when things don't
turn out the way they should. If you have faith, you just
need to trust that every out come is always to your advantage. You just might not know it until some time later.
LINDSAY III FREEZES LEGISLATIVE
SALARY INDEFINITELY
SACHEM EAST VARSITY
ARROWETTES
Suffolk County Legislator Bill Lindsay III followed
through on a promise to freeze his legislative salary at
the 2014 rate earlier this month. Lindsay III, a freshman
legislator, needed to wait until his first year was
complete for the freeze to officially take effect. If no
freeze was initiated by Lindsay III, he would have
received a cost of living adjustment (COLA) which would
have been near the 10 year COLA average of 2.7%.
"I made a promise to the residents of my district to
cut government waste and unnecessary spending. So I
have frozen my salary indefinitely because it's not right
for me to get a raise, while so many families are struggling to make ends meet."
Lindsay III also proposed legislation that would have
ended automatic pay increases for all Suffolk County
Elected Officials in March of 2014, however that legislation failed. Nevertheless, Lindsay III made it clear, in
a letter to Suffolk County Comptroller John Kennedy
earlier this month, that he would continue to advocate
for salary reform and forego any increase in his own
legislative salary throughout his entire stint in office.
“I am committed to serving the residents of the
eighth legislative district; I have not taken a county car
or cell phone, I have reduced spending within my own
office, in terms of staff and rent, and I do not plan to
ever take a salary increase,” said Lindsay III. “My
focus is on solving the problems facing Suffolk
County and my record has shown that I am
committed to that goal.”
Lindsay III’s rent decreased 25% after moving his
office in April of 2014, saving $12,000 annually.
Additional cost savings are associated with refusing to
take a county car, cellphone, and gas reimbursements.
Sunday, January 11th, the Sachem Easy Varsity
Arrowettes participated in the Scholastic Dance
Competition hosted by Nassau Community College
and dominated competitors from all over the Island.
They received first place trophies in Hip Hop, Jazz,
Open Team, and a 2nd place trophy in High kick.
VALENTINE QUOTE
If you have only one smile in you
give it to the people you love.
- Maya Angelou
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CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH AT
SACHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY
HEAR THE BEAT OF THE DRUM
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8 2:00PM
Percussionist Jerome Liggon and his cousin and mentor
Ralph Knox will take you on a journey to West Africa
for a traditional African drumming experience.
SENIOR JOKES
Two elderly ladies were discussing
the upcoming dance at the country
club. "We're supposed to wear something that matches our husband's hair,
so I'm wearing black," said Mrs. Smith. "Oh my," said
Mrs. Jones, "I'd better not go."
TRACES OF THE TRADE:
A STORY FROM THE DEEP NORTH
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9 6:30PM
Elizabeth Sturges Llerena will introduce the Emmynominated documentary film Traces of the Trade: A
Story from the Deep North, in which filmmaker
Katrina Browne discovers that her New England
ancestors were the first and largest slave-trading
family in American history.
A TRIBUTE TO BLACK JAZZ LEGENDS
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22 2:00PM
Saxophonist Curtis Haywood and his band will pay
tribute to some of the greatest jazz legends of all time,
including Grover Washington, Jr., Ray Charles, Dave
Brubeck, Miles Davis, Louis Armstrong, and Duke
Ellington.
FEBRUARY TRIVIA ANSWERS
1. Amethysts - meaning sincerety
2. Violet, Primrose
3. February 2nd
4. Presidents Washington & Lincoln
5. Lionel Barrymore
6. Lew Ayres
7. Cupid
8. Woodchuck 9. It indicates six more weeks of
winter 10. Moonlight Serenade 11. Buddy Holly,
The Big Bopper & Richie Valens
12. Robert
Wagner & Stefanie Powers 13. Lionel Stander
14. Joe Namath - NY Jets Quarterback
15. Canton, Ohio
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