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BLACK HISTORY MONTH AWARDCEREMONY AND BONE MARROW DRIVE

On Monday, February 28th CM Jimmy Van Bramer honoredeight individuals for their notable contributions to the commu-nity during a special awards ceremony and bone marrow drive atthe Jacob Riis Settlement House in Long Island City.The celebration was in honor of Black History Month and theoutstanding achievements of:

· Ruschell Boone, NY1 News Reporter: Sunnyside resident,Ruschell Boone is a part of New Yorker’s daily lives as reporter forNew York 1 News. With her distinguished contributions to journal-ism, Boone’s work fulfills an important and storied tradition in NewYork City. Boone has covered a wide range of stories coveringeverything from the search to find a donor for a six-year-old girlseeking a bone marrow transplant, to the closing of two hospitals inElmhurst, to the acquittal of three policemen in the Sean Bell trial.

· Dr. Sharon Cadiz, CEO 747 Seminars: For over thirty-fiveyears Dr. Cadiz has been actively involved as an educator, nationalspeaker, consultant, administrator and advocate for children, youthand families. For more than twenty years, she has honed her expertisein the addictions treatment field, launching innovative programs thatintegrate attention to mental health, trauma, and important issuesrelated to domestic violence, family strengthening and reunification.

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Dr. Sharon Cadiz, Eddie Cadizthe Representative forAssemblywoman Cathy Nolan,and CM Jimmy Van Bramer.

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Scouts “Return to the Ice Age”

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by Peter Ross

Return to the Ice Age. It’s nota prospect most of us would hopeto have happen but it is exactlywhat the Boy Scouts in PathfinderDistrict did over the week-end ofFebruary 18-20 in Greater NewYork Councils own Alpine ScoutCamp in Alpine, New Jersey. Aptlynamed “Life in the Ice Age…Fuggedabout Global Warming”and organized and presented bythe Pathfinder District ActivitiesCommittee under the direction ofTom Reilly the boys literally dealtwith ice age type conditions re-plete with full snow cover on allbut the main trails, large patches offrozen ice and as if on call thewindiest conditions seen so far thiswinter, recent storms notwithstand-ing. Participating in the competi-tion were 20 patrols from 7 BoyScout troops (119, 96, 106, 427,17, 390, 347) and 1 Cub Scoutpack (312). Activities for the day

SUNNYSIDE CHAMBER LUNCHEONTuesday, March 8th 12:30PM Sharp

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Dragon Patrol races to a third place event finish in the Sledge Race.

on Saturday, after the opening cer-emony of course, included six dif-ferent “survival challenges” whichcovered various scout skills in-cluding: lashing and first aid- “IceMountain Rescue”; knot knowl-

edge and erection and disassemblyof a tarp fly (think of a “V” shapedcovering above a tent, the “SnowTarp Relay Race”) -



SENATOR GIANARISINTRODUCES MTA SECURITY

ACT IN THE SENATESenator Michael Gianaris (D-Queens) has introduced his MTA

Security Act (S1968), an important proposal that would protect subwayand bus riders. The legislation would grant the State Director of Home-land Security oversight of the security measures utilized by the Metro-politan Transportation Authority (MTA) at its facilities. The StateDepartment of Homeland Security would examine the security measuresbeing used by the MTA and issue findings and recommendationsregarding necessary enhancements. The Director would then be empow-ered to require the implementation of the recommendations.


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“New York’s mass transit rid-ers deserve to use the subways andbuses free from fear of a terroristincident,” said Senator Gianaris.“We need anti-terrorism experts tooversee the security measures inplace and ensure all necessary stepsare being taken to make our masstransit system as safe as possible.”

Senator Gianaris first introducedthe MTA Security Act in 2005 whilea member of the Assembly.

Due to the increased threatsNew York City has experienced in

the last decade, it is even moreimportant that appropriate secu-rity measures are enacted through-out our transit infrastructure so thatall modes of transportation are se-cure and we can avoid additionalburdens on law enforcement.

This legislation has been re-ferred to the Veterans, HomelandSecurity and Military Affairs Com-mittees in the Senate. Once passedby both houses of the Legislatureand signed by the Governor, thebill would take effect immediately.

Rep. Maloney Presents Efrosini “Efiy” Katanakis withNOW-NYC’s 2011 Susan B. Anthony Award

Last Thursday, U.S. Rep.Carolyn Maloney (D-Queens, Manhattan) pre-sented Astoria, Queens resi-dent Efrosini “Efiy”Katanakis with the NationalOrganization for Women-NYC’s 2011 Susan B. An-thony Award, which honorsgrassroots activists dedi-cated to improving the livesof women and girls and ad-vancing equality. Ms.Katanakis is the first femalebridge painter to join the CityT r a n s p o r t a t i o nDepartment’s all-malebridge painting division, andwon a lawsuit opening thebridge painting division toqualified female candidates.



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Aaron Franklin, NYC Ballet: As theTicket Manager for the New York CityBallet, Aaron Franklin continues to giveback to his hometown community inQueensbridge, connecting youth organiza-tions to events at NYC Ballet. Franklin’sfamily has a strong legacy in Queensbridgeand they continue to give back and servetheir community.

Marion Jeffries, Astoria/LIC NAACPPresident: Marion Jeffries is an be an activemember of the Queensbridge community. Asthe current President of the NAACP Astoria/LIC Branch, she has served as an activemember of the NAACP organization for overforty years. Ms. Jeffries, a true champion forthe Queensbridge community, has also formedthe Queensbridge Senior Shakers, a vibrantdance troupe that performs at various com-munity events.

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Randy Seabrook, P.S. 111 Principal:Randy Seabrook has been an exceptionaleducator, leader, and powerful catalyst forchange in the educational community. AsPrincipal for PS 111 Jacob Blackwell inLong Island City, Seabrook has helped trans-form the school into a model for success inher short time there.

John D. Smith, Army Veteran/NAB1Member: A proud resident of Long IslandCity and Army Veteran, John D. Smith is atrue champion for the Borough of Queens.Over the years, he has volunteered his timeand energy to a wide range of endeavors,including everything from voter registra-tion drives to serving as President of theQueensbridge Senior Center. CurrentlySmith serves on his Neighborhood Advi-sory Board and is an active member of theFriends of Queensbridge Park.

Bishop Mitchell Taylor, ERDA President/Founder: A resident of Long Island City forover forty years, Bishop Mitchell Taylor has served a driving force for positive changes inthe community. As the Senior Pastor at Center of Hope International and the Founder andPresident of the East River Development Alliance (ERDA) Bishop Taylor’s leadershiphas helped enrich our neighborhoods providing invaluable resources to communities.

Yeteva Rich-Virgil, Woodside Senior Center President: A resident of the WoodsideHouses for more than thirty-two years, Yeteva has always been ready to offer a helpinghand to those in need. She currently serves as the President of the Samaritan VillageWoodside Senior Center and is actively involved in organizing senior trips, parties andfundraising efforts.

In addition to the award ceremony, The Icla Da Silva Foundation also participated in theevent by coordinating an on-site bone marrow drive to help 9-year old Lloyd Jones andothers in need of bone marrow find a match. Jones is the first child to be diagnosed withHypereosinophilic Syndrome and his only chance for a cure is a bone marrow transplant.Unable to find a match from his family, Jones is in need of a marrow transplant from astranger to win his battle and his best chance is from someone who is Hispanic and/orAfrican American.

“I am honored to be hosting this important community event that not only honors ouroutstanding community leaders but also recognizes the need for bone marrow donors,” saidCM Jimmy Van Bramer. “With the donors who sign up, we are hopeful that one might bethe match for someone on the registry and will help save a life.”

“There is no better way to celebrate our heritage than by giving back to the community,”said Icla Da Silva Foundation Board Member Jennifer Jones Austin. “Joining the nationalbone marrow registry is a meaningful way to do that. It is particularly important becauseAfrican Americans are underrepresented in the registry so it is harder to find a marrow donor.”Council Member Van Bramer plans to make this an annual event for the community.

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Scouts “Return to the Ice Age”by Peter Ross

-cross country skiing (a popular team-work event where up to 5 boys on a pair of“skis”- wooden 2X6’s with rope footholds-traverse a pre-laid course over the “frozentundra”); a math challenge (“Cross the IceRavine”) event requiring the boys to deter-mine the amount of rope needed to tie aspecific knot around each of and connectingbetween two trees, then tying said rope tothe trees and “traversing” the ice ravine inbetween; “Build a Storm Shelter” where theboys had to construct a two man lean-toobefore an oncoming N’oreaster using onlynatural materials (not live of course) foundin their immediate area and two garbagebags and rope; and lastly, the favorite “SledgeRace” which was run with wheels in thiscase as the course was thankfully withoutmuch snow cover. Various members of theActivities Committee with volunteers fromseveral units proctored and judged the eventsthroughout the day.

Although the weather was nippy andvery windy, the boys seemed to enjoy them-selves and took to the competition and tasksat hand. In the end the ‘Divide and Con-quer’ patrol took first place overall, fol-lowed by the ‘I Don’t Know and Don’tCare’ patrol (troops unknown at press time).Not to be outdone, Woodside’s own Troop390 finally cracked into the top three overallat a competitive district Winteree/Camp-O-Ree type event for the first time since theTroop’s re-start in late 2006. The Dragonpatrol, lead by Patrol Leader Danny R.,placed third overall, also taking first placein the Cross Country Skiing event (the sec-ond time a Troop 390 patrol has won thisevent in the last three years), second place inthe Snow Tarp Relay, and third place in theSledge Race. The American Bulldogs andFlaming Griffins also participated from thetroop with the Griffins taking a third placefinish in the Ice Mountain Rescue event,once again showing the troops strength withrope work and first aid skills. Following theclose of events, and before leaving camp forthe day, the members of Troop 390 con-firmed the presence of the “Holy Grail”which was secreted by them into the campduring the 2010 District Camp-O-Ree(which they organized and ran) and whichstill has not been found. Under penalty ofdeath (tongue in cheek, please) the boyswere sworn to secrecy never to reveal thelocation and it is still out there for someadventurous scout group to find (and somedelicious coffee it will make if any of youever do). The day was capped off for the390 boys at Giovanni’s restaurant wherepizza, soda, celebration and merriment werethe call of the day until everyone broke forhome. The Troop would like to thank theDistrict Activities Committee for their hardwork in putting the week-end together (TomReilly, Anthony Zalak, Joe Bradley, and

Troop 390 stands awaiting instructions during 2011 Pathfinder Winteree Opening Ceremony.

Troop 390 members practice their knottying in preparation for the Snow TarpRelay event.

Flaming Griffins patrol with ScoutmasterEduardo Avila.

Troop 390’s American Bulldogs patrolpost-pizza, pixie sticks, and participation.

The Dragon patrol displays all their wellearned ribbons and a third place overallfinish in the competition.

crew), the unknown troop who lent them aSledge to compete with, the parents whoassisted with transportation (Mrs. Grossman,Mr. Hou and Maritza), and Mian Hou, theTroop’s official photographer for the week-end. The next District Competitive week-end will be held at the end of April. It is nottoo late to join in on the fun. And until nextyear- Stay Warm (global warming…fuggedabout it)! For more info on The BoyScouts See Page 6.

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cooperative corporation and or itsmanaging agent; any existingtenancy; payment of any expensesand fees due to the secured party;terms of sale, transfer taxes andauctioneers fee. The Secured Partyreserves the right to bid. Thepurchase price for the proprietarylease and shares of stock shall bepayable by bank or certified check,as follows: TWENTY FIVE (25)percent deposit by bank or certifiedfunds required at auction payableto Einig & Bush, LLP as Attorneys.CASH WILL NOT BEACCEPTED. The balance of thepurchase price payable at closingwithin 30 days, TIME BEING OFTHE ESSENCE AS TO THEPURCHASER. Closing to be heldat the offices of Einig & Bush LLPas listed below. EINIG & BUSH,LLP, Attorney for Secured Party,420 Lexington Avenue, Suite2320, New York, NY 10170. 2/25/11, 3/4/11, 3/11/11.

All boys aged 10.5 to 17 years old in the Woodside /Sunnyside / LIC area are welcome to stop by Troop390’s meetings at St. Teresa’s RC Church located at44th Street and 50th Avenue, Friday nights from 7 PM

to 9 PM in the auditorium. For more informationcontact Scoutmaster Eduardo Avila at (646) 808-4665.For boys in other areas of North and Western Queens

please contact Queens District Executive ChristinaJean-Baptiste at (212) 651-2927 for information on a

Boy Scout Troop or Cub Scout Pack near you.

PROBATE CITATION File No.2010-706/A SURROGATE’SCOURT -QUEENS COUNTYCITATION THE PEOPLE OFTHE STATE OF NEW YORK,By the Grace of God Free andIndependent TO: The heirs at law,next of kin, and distributes ofTheresa A. Mastronardi, deceased,if living, and if any of them bedead to their heirs at law, next ofkin, distributees, legatees,executors, administrators,assignees and successors ininterest whose names are unknownand cannot be ascertained after

due diligence. P.A. of the Countyof Queens A petition having beenduly filed by Elizabeth Palace, whois domiciled at 146 Old StumpRoad, Brookhaven, NY 11719YOU ARE HEREBY CITED TOSHOW CAUSE before theSurrogate’s Court , QueensCounty, at 68-11 SutphinBoulevard, Jamaica, New York,on the 28th day of April, 2011 at9:30 A.M. of that day, why a decreeshould not be made in the estate ofTHERESA A. MASTRONARDIlately domiciled at 41-41 51stStreet , Queens, NY 11377admitting to probate a Will datedJune 9, 1986 (a Codicil dated__________)(a Codicil dated__________), a copy of which isattached, as the Will of Theresa A.Mastronardi deceased, relating toreal and personal property, anddirecting that [X] Letters ofAdministration C.T.A. issue to:Elizabeth Palace HON. PETER J.KELLY Surrogate FEB 22, 2011MARGARET M. GRIBBONChief Clerk Meyers, Meyers &Tonachio Attorney for Petitioner5 Hanover Square, 16th Floor NewYork, NY 10004 (212)509-2500[Note: This citation is served uponyou as required by law. You arenot required to appear. If you failto appear it will be assumed youdo not object to the reliefrequested. You have a right tohave an attorney appear for you.]3/4/11, 3/11/11, 3/18/11, 3/25/11.

FEARS ADDRESSED FROMPS 111 PARENTS,

STUDENTS AND TEACHERSABOUT UNDERUTILIZATION

On Wednesday, February 16th Council Member Jimmy VanBramer met with parents and students at PS 111 Jacob BlackwellSchool in Long Island City to discuss concerns over a recentreport by the Department of Education (DOE) that stated that theschool was underutilized.

Local parents, students and teachers are upset by this designa-tion, which could lead to increased class sizes at PS111 andquestion the accuracy of the DOE’s study. Earlier this month, theCommunity District Education Council (CDEC) 30, with thesupport of PS 111 parents, unanimously passed a resolutioncalling on the DOE to immediately cease using the current datacollection system and formula for determining school capacityand utilization, until the results of the Comptroller’s audit of thesystem are available. Van Bramer supports the resolution andattended the Parent Teacher Association (PTA) meeting in P.S.111 to pledge his full support to the school and any assistancepossible in addressing this issue.

“There is a great need for adequate and transparent data in theDOE’s process of determining underutilization in our schools,”said Council Member Jimmy Van Bramer. “We need to makesure that these types of designations are accurate and additionalmeasures must be taken to ensure that our local schools aren’tbeing cheated out of space.”

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Here’s a sobering statistic:46% of workers surveyed had littleor no confidence that they willhave enough money to live com-fortably throughout their retire-ment years, according to the 2010Retirement Confidence Survey,issued by the Employee BenefitResearch Institute. So you maywant to explore all possible retire-ment savings vehicles — includ-ing a variable annuity.

Generally speaking, when sav-ing for retirement, it’s a good ideato contribute as much as possibleto your Individual Retirement Ac-count (IRA) and your 401(k) orother employer-sponsored retire-ment plan. But if you’ve fullyfunded those plans for the year,and you still have some moneyleft to invest, you may want toconsider a variable annuity, whichoffers these benefits:

Tax deferred earnings — Yourvariable annuity’s earnings havethe opportunity to grow tax de-ferred, which means your invest-ment dollars can accumulate fasterthan if they were placed in aninvestment on which you paidtaxes every year. When you even-tually make withdrawals, yourearnings will be taxed at your or-dinary income tax rate. (Fornonqualified annuities, you won’thave to pay additional taxes on theamount you contributed.) Thereare no tax advantages to investingin a variable annuity with quali-fied money.

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No contribution limits —Each year, you can contributefar more to a variable annuitythan you can to your 401(k) andyour IRA. In fact, you can con-tribute virtually unlimitedamounts to your annuity.

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Lena Contegiacomo, affectionately known as Lee Conte died onFebruary 11, 2011, with her family at her side. Lee, along with herhusband Joe, founded ‘Avalon Florist’ more than 50 years ago.Together with Joe , they spent countless years working at the storecreating wedding bouquets, holiday and special occasion arrange-ments and funeral pieces. Holidays were always celebrated at thestore first - home with the family came later. The store was their lifeand they loved doing what they did.

Lee and Joe were married for 65 years. She is survived by her threesons Joe, Peter and Tommy, her Daughters In Law, Laine, Pat andPaula. She was a proud Grandmother and Great Grandmother toseven Grandchildren and seven Great Grandchildren and a Sister toDorothy Cutrone.She was buried at Calvary Cemetery on Valentine’s Day with herbeloved Joe.

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Wednesday, March 16th @ 7:30pmOpen to the public. A free-will offering will be taken up.

St. Raphael’s Catholic Church 35-20 Greenpoint Ave, LIC. Phone (718) 729-8957Twenty-five years ago, he was shot three times in the line of duty as he was questioning a 15-year-old about

bicycle thefts in Central Park.One of the bullets lodged in his spine and he has since lived as a quadriplegic, paralyzed from the neck down

with the most severe level of spinal cord injury a person can sustain and yet survive.He has become a noted public speaker, especially in the area of violence and forgiveness. He will share his

life-story and his uncompromising principles at “An Evening with Detective Steven McDonald” at St. Raphael’sCatholic Church, 3520 Greenpoint Avenue (at the Long Island Expressway) on Wednesday, March 16th, at 7:30

pm. There is no admission charge, but a free-will offering will be taken up.

A WARM INVITATIONIn spring and summer it’s easy to envision ways to enhance

your home’s curb appeal with a trimmed lawn, planted andpotted flowers, and patios and decks arranged with outdoorfurniture and an inviting grill. But when the leaves fall and thetemperatures drop, even homes in temperate climates undergoa winter transformation that can challenge a seller to createexterior appeal.

When it comes to landscaping and colorful plants, there areplenty of ornamental grasses and plants that look great inwintertime. Purple cabbages, fountain grasses and potted ever-greens along pathways and by the door all add seasonal colorand appeal. And obviously, your sidewalk, entry path, patio anddeck should be clear of leaves and/or snow.

Be sure to keep in mind that shorter days mean that buyers arethat much more likely to see your home after sunset, so makesure all your floodlights are clean and in working order, high-lighting your home’s exterior features. Lamps with soft lightingin all your windows will also offer a warm invitation.

Finally, just to cover your bases, have photos available ofyour home in all its glory during the spring and summer months.This gives buyers a better sense of your home’s appeal during allthe seasons of the year. Your agent will have more tips forattracting buyers in any kind of weather.

Queens Is For The Birds Too!

Be Heard!Please send

yourLetters to the Editor

toP.O. Box 7097

Long Island City, N.Y.11101 or

simply email them [email protected]

by Rob MacKay

Queens Boulevard isn’t only dangerous for pedestrians.A baby hawk reportedly flew into a building near 41st Street in

Sunnyside at about 2 p.m. on Tuesday, March 1, and fell onto QueensBoulevard.

A passerby picked up the confused, squeaking bird and alerted localfirefighters, who rushed to the scene. Firefighters estimated that the maleCooper’s hawk is 10 months old and weighs a quarter pound. Itswingspan is about three feet.

The baby bird couldn’t fly and appeared to have back and headwounds. Bobby Horvath, a Far Rockaway-based firefighter and aviancare specialist, said he would take the hawk to his home on Long Island.After some pain medication and TLC, it should be able to return to thewild in a few weeks.

Please joinWOODSIDE ON THE MOVE,Inc for some great food

and good times thisFriday, March 4th

at their Annual SpringSt. Patrick’s Day

Celebration FundraiserMolly Bloom’s 43-13

Queens Blvd.Sunnyside

6:00 ~ 9:00 pmEntertainment-DJ

Suggested Donation $30Hors D’oeuvres, Wine,

Beer (2 free drinks)& Networking

Please RSVP to Christine(718) 476-8449 Ext.10All donations will benefit the

various freecommunity programs



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REFORMED CHURCH NEW MEMBERS

Pastor Neil Margetson (far left) swore in the new members of Sunnyside ReformedChurch’s consistory on Feb. 27. They are (from left after the reverend) Patty Elston,deacon; Staryl Casey, elder; Gretchen Armstrong, elder; and Tom Whelan, deacon.They join Elder John Jager and Deacon Rob MacKay, who were sworn in last year.

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Before you Go Home...

Make it to LIC’s ONE-STOP Armory PartyVisiting Latin American Artists Headline Post-Armory Party at Ten10 Studios in LIC.

Armory Week takes it to another level in 2011, when it puts the spotlight not only on Latin American artists, but the first stop on the No. 7 train in Queens. On Saturday, Mar 5th @9pm, Ten10Studios plays host to these visionary artists as Queens celebrates the ONE STOP POST ARMORY PARTY. ** Just look for the light. When you get off the train at Vernon-Jackson blvd, look forthe glow of the Empire State Building on your left and walk north 3 blocks up Vernon, and then look West son, yes look West to 47th Rd for the glow coming from Ten10 Studios. World renownedvideo artists will be projecting art on the facade of this two story renovated carriage house, while inside, featured artists for the night include Recycled Brain and DJ DS. In keeping with the one-stop theme on the No. 7 train, the upstairs gallery features an exhibition of subway iPhone camera portraits entitled “the iTrain” by Jesse Winter.

This event is sponsored by Queens Council on the Arts, LaGuardia Performing Arts Center, Local Project, Fluid New Media Lab, Queens Art Express Mixer series, Ten10 Studios, Big CityGraphics, Q-Note.com.

One-Stop Armory Party, 9pm-1amTen10 Studios

10-10 47th Rd. Long Island City, N.Y. 11101$5 Suggested donation

For more info and directions go to queensartexpress.com or ten10studios.com

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