Santa is Getting Ready for Christmas
Santa is working very hard making toys for children of all ages. The children always get toys from Santa, but as I have been told Santa may also give a few toys to adults. With this in mind I would like to ask Santa for a new GPS. Hope Santa is reading this article!
I have been searching the Internet for a webcam video stream, of Santa's workshop; in spite of my extensive research I was not able to find a live Web Video Stream of Santa's Workshop. I guess that the location is secret, and Santa is very busy.
I did hear of a few people that are currently on the north pole, that are trying to take a video of Santa using an Internet Web Cam, but they have been unable to find the secret location of Santa's workshop. Keep watching this site; if the videographers at the North Pole manage to find Santa's Workshop, I will provide the link.
When I was young boy, I was never able to get information about Santa, because the internet did not exist. A company that normally sells security cameras, set up a camera outside of the "Santa Clause Office," in Finland. It is this office and the United States Postal Service that sorts and directs all of the mail that is sent to Santa. I would not guarantee that Santa could be at this location, but it is possible! Please let us know if you actually get a glimpse of Santa Clause!
(Please left click the link below this line)
http://www.ustream.tv/channel/santaclauslive-outside-cam
I was able to find a live Video feed of the barn where Santa keeps his Reindeers. I believe that Santa feeds his Reindeer twice a day, at 10 AM EST and 5 PM EST. I have not seen Santa yet but I will keep looking.
(Please left click the link below this line to view the Reindeer)
http://reindeercam.com/
This is a very important issue to many people, so we should all share our information about possible sightings of Santa! Please report any sighting of Santa Clause in the Comments box!
Merry Christmas everybody!
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Friday, December 23, 2011
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Sunday, December 11, 2011
The "I Can Do Attitude" is Contagious!
Have you ever seen the "Stage Crew," at a school concert or theatrical performance get a round of applause from the audience? On December 10, 2011, I had the privilege and surprise of attending a "school Christmas Concert," at Saint Anthony's High School, in South Huntington, Long Island, NY. Two of my grand daughters were performing in that concert.
A school Christmas Concert, and I am looking at the stage crew, instead of the Orchestra, and Chorus! Hemmm; "What planet is this guy from.?" When I attend a performance I always look at the entire package. Everyone knows, including college admissions officers, that teamwork, and the "I can do Attitude," is the key to success in life! We as parents are often overwhelmed with the daily problems of survival, and cannot make the time to stop and smell the Roses!
The simple but most important corollary to success of a young adult is to have experienced the "I can Do It," phenomenon, just once. Yes, just once is enough to change the life of a young adult! Once a person has succeeded to master any task, he will then reapply the faith in his ability to succeed, to other disciplines! If you believe in yourself, you can move mountains; absolutely! Simple but profound, self confidence is highly contagious, it will spread like wildfire.
Exactly what did I see when I watched this concert! The entire production was executed with military precision, but most importantly, the students were totally involved, as a team. The chorus alone had about 600 members, and the Orchestra and Bands had almost that many members.
Here is the most important observation that I have made at this concert; over 600 musicians and singers, and not one was "bored." Before I actually focused on the actual music and choral parts, I noticed that the "I can do it Attitude," was beaming from every musician and singer! The most beautiful thing on the planet is to see over 600 young adults, totally focused as a team, savoring their accomplishment. The entire Auditorium was flooded with a spirit that made every parent proud!
The stage crew performed "miracles in their own right;" Bleachers that would normally be used at a football game were repeatedly moved on and off stage, with military precision. 150 feet of Bleachers were set-up and broken down, at least Four times, by a mixed group of male and Female stage hands. Each assembly/ disassembly operation took less than Two minutes. The parents were absolutely awestruck! With emotion filled faces, the parents were applauding in awe, as if to say "I can't believe it, this is not what happened the last time I asked my child to throw out the "Garbage." Here lies the power in the "I can do attitude."
All of my grandchildren, two of which performed in this concert, have adapted the "I can do it," mindset. Success in one area has indeed, migrate to every other area of their lives.
The musicians were all outstanding. When a listen to music I always pay attention to where the music is coming from; the fingers, or the Heart! A musician who is "true to the art" always plays from his heart! I was so impressed with the Orchestra and Bands, because they were playing from the Heart.
The videos of this year's concert have not yet been made available to the general public, on YouTube, however the video of last year's concert shows the same Orchestra and Chorus playing and singing the same songs. The quality of both concerts is excellent!
Please look at the following Choral video presentation.
(Left click the URL below)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTvMxTjYvlE
Saint Anthony's Orchestra, Barcelona performance.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMKVQo0Odco&feature=related
Please take some time to look at the Roses! You must slow down long enough actually see our environment. That's the problem with living today; the pace of life often reduces our ability to both "look and see." We look at things that are happening around us, but we often do not see, because we are moving through life at Warp speed. Real meaning is often diluted or lost.
Some segment of our population seems to question the drive and resolve, of our young adults to submit to hard work, and show real dedication. The videos above should have already answered the preceding question. I see our young people living in a totally complex world with astronomical expectations. Put our youth in the occupation of their choice and they will flourish. I would not expect enthusiastic performance from a recent college grad, who accepts a job working behind the counter at 7-11. The real culprit is the economy; and this too will pass!
Our young adults are smarter than we ever were; I do expect only the best from this new generation, because they nurture the coveted "I can do attitude".
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Have you ever seen the "Stage Crew," at a school concert or theatrical performance get a round of applause from the audience? On December 10, 2011, I had the privilege and surprise of attending a "school Christmas Concert," at Saint Anthony's High School, in South Huntington, Long Island, NY. Two of my grand daughters were performing in that concert.
A school Christmas Concert, and I am looking at the stage crew, instead of the Orchestra, and Chorus! Hemmm; "What planet is this guy from.?" When I attend a performance I always look at the entire package. Everyone knows, including college admissions officers, that teamwork, and the "I can do Attitude," is the key to success in life! We as parents are often overwhelmed with the daily problems of survival, and cannot make the time to stop and smell the Roses!
The simple but most important corollary to success of a young adult is to have experienced the "I can Do It," phenomenon, just once. Yes, just once is enough to change the life of a young adult! Once a person has succeeded to master any task, he will then reapply the faith in his ability to succeed, to other disciplines! If you believe in yourself, you can move mountains; absolutely! Simple but profound, self confidence is highly contagious, it will spread like wildfire.
Exactly what did I see when I watched this concert! The entire production was executed with military precision, but most importantly, the students were totally involved, as a team. The chorus alone had about 600 members, and the Orchestra and Bands had almost that many members.
Here is the most important observation that I have made at this concert; over 600 musicians and singers, and not one was "bored." Before I actually focused on the actual music and choral parts, I noticed that the "I can do it Attitude," was beaming from every musician and singer! The most beautiful thing on the planet is to see over 600 young adults, totally focused as a team, savoring their accomplishment. The entire Auditorium was flooded with a spirit that made every parent proud!
The stage crew performed "miracles in their own right;" Bleachers that would normally be used at a football game were repeatedly moved on and off stage, with military precision. 150 feet of Bleachers were set-up and broken down, at least Four times, by a mixed group of male and Female stage hands. Each assembly/ disassembly operation took less than Two minutes. The parents were absolutely awestruck! With emotion filled faces, the parents were applauding in awe, as if to say "I can't believe it, this is not what happened the last time I asked my child to throw out the "Garbage." Here lies the power in the "I can do attitude."
All of my grandchildren, two of which performed in this concert, have adapted the "I can do it," mindset. Success in one area has indeed, migrate to every other area of their lives.
The musicians were all outstanding. When a listen to music I always pay attention to where the music is coming from; the fingers, or the Heart! A musician who is "true to the art" always plays from his heart! I was so impressed with the Orchestra and Bands, because they were playing from the Heart.
The videos of this year's concert have not yet been made available to the general public, on YouTube, however the video of last year's concert shows the same Orchestra and Chorus playing and singing the same songs. The quality of both concerts is excellent!
Please look at the following Choral video presentation.
(Left click the URL below)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTvMxTjYvlE
Saint Anthony's Orchestra, Barcelona performance.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMKVQo0Odco&feature=related
Please take some time to look at the Roses! You must slow down long enough actually see our environment. That's the problem with living today; the pace of life often reduces our ability to both "look and see." We look at things that are happening around us, but we often do not see, because we are moving through life at Warp speed. Real meaning is often diluted or lost.
Some segment of our population seems to question the drive and resolve, of our young adults to submit to hard work, and show real dedication. The videos above should have already answered the preceding question. I see our young people living in a totally complex world with astronomical expectations. Put our youth in the occupation of their choice and they will flourish. I would not expect enthusiastic performance from a recent college grad, who accepts a job working behind the counter at 7-11. The real culprit is the economy; and this too will pass!
Our young adults are smarter than we ever were; I do expect only the best from this new generation, because they nurture the coveted "I can do attitude".
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Friday, December 02, 2011
The Most Beautiful Christmas Tree on Long Island
My wife comes from 69th Street in Brooklyn, NY. In the 50s everyone lived a very modest life. The quality of life then, doesn't even come close to the quality of life that most of us now take for granted. We owned only one pair of sneakers, and we extended the usable lifetime of a failing sneaker by inserting cardboard into the bottom of the sneaker to cover a hole. We "had no clue" that we were poor, because everyone around us lived exactly the same way.
Christmas presents were scarce at that time; toys were few, and we usually got something practical instead, such as a pair of underwear! My wife's father sold Christmas trees on 69 th St in order to supplement the family income. A side job such as this does have its perks; my wife always had the biggest and most beautiful Christmas Tree in "all of Brooklyn!"
I inherited the tradition of having the "Biggest and Best Christmas Tree," when I married my wife Marie. We now live in Patchogue Long Island, NY, and always purchase our Christmas tree at the same local place. The employees knew my wife by her first name; why; because they had to lift 47 Christmas Trees for my wife, before she would select a tree. The employees always smiled as they participated in my wife's tree selection ritual; they too could feel her joy and enthusiasm; it was contagious!
Large Christmas Trees did not come without their problems! My living Room has a Nine foot ceiling; in the early days she had a tendency to select a Twelve foot Christmas Tree. So! For many years we had to cut three feet off the top of our Christmas Trees. Yep! Our trees sometimes looked like a Trapazoid! What fond memories!
I will always remember our biggest quest for the most beautiful Christmas Tree! Armed with a Cassette Player and many Christmas Carol Tapes, two adults and three teenagers, piled into a Ford Fairmont mid-sized wagon, and drove to Eastern Long Island, to cut down our own Christmas Tree. We could not find a tree that was big enough so we drove to Upstate New York, in order to find the perfect tree. Our biggest mistake was to cut down a tree that was over eight inches in diameter at its base! The tree was beautiful, but it was also huge! It took three teenagers and two adults to get this tremendous tree on the roof of our small car. The Christmas tree was so big that it offered a tremendous wind load to our car; our gas mileage was severely degraded. I couldn't understand why my small car was using so much Gasoline! With the combined weight of two adults, three teenagers, and one huge tree, the small ford Fairmont wagon was essentially hugging the ground! The tree cost us Twenty Five dollars, and the expenses, and Gasoline required to transport this huge tree back to Patchogue, cost us One Hundred and Fifty dollars.
So we have a Twenty Five dollar Christmas tree that cost us $150. dollars to transport home; a total of $175. !
After 47 years of marriage we have honed and tweaked our Christmas Tree selection process, to the point that is now an "art." Last year my wife and I selected our Christmas Tree in only Fifteen minutes! Truly miraculous!
Marie still retains her superior skill in the art of "Christmas Tree selection." It is an absolute certainty, that this year, we will once again have a beautiful Christmas Tree. When we buy our Christmas Tree this year, I'm sure that we will have the "Most Beautiful Christmas Tree, in all of Long Island, NY!"
Ho! Ho! Ho! Merry Christmas!!!
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My wife comes from 69th Street in Brooklyn, NY. In the 50s everyone lived a very modest life. The quality of life then, doesn't even come close to the quality of life that most of us now take for granted. We owned only one pair of sneakers, and we extended the usable lifetime of a failing sneaker by inserting cardboard into the bottom of the sneaker to cover a hole. We "had no clue" that we were poor, because everyone around us lived exactly the same way.
Christmas presents were scarce at that time; toys were few, and we usually got something practical instead, such as a pair of underwear! My wife's father sold Christmas trees on 69 th St in order to supplement the family income. A side job such as this does have its perks; my wife always had the biggest and most beautiful Christmas Tree in "all of Brooklyn!"
I inherited the tradition of having the "Biggest and Best Christmas Tree," when I married my wife Marie. We now live in Patchogue Long Island, NY, and always purchase our Christmas tree at the same local place. The employees knew my wife by her first name; why; because they had to lift 47 Christmas Trees for my wife, before she would select a tree. The employees always smiled as they participated in my wife's tree selection ritual; they too could feel her joy and enthusiasm; it was contagious!
Large Christmas Trees did not come without their problems! My living Room has a Nine foot ceiling; in the early days she had a tendency to select a Twelve foot Christmas Tree. So! For many years we had to cut three feet off the top of our Christmas Trees. Yep! Our trees sometimes looked like a Trapazoid! What fond memories!
I will always remember our biggest quest for the most beautiful Christmas Tree! Armed with a Cassette Player and many Christmas Carol Tapes, two adults and three teenagers, piled into a Ford Fairmont mid-sized wagon, and drove to Eastern Long Island, to cut down our own Christmas Tree. We could not find a tree that was big enough so we drove to Upstate New York, in order to find the perfect tree. Our biggest mistake was to cut down a tree that was over eight inches in diameter at its base! The tree was beautiful, but it was also huge! It took three teenagers and two adults to get this tremendous tree on the roof of our small car. The Christmas tree was so big that it offered a tremendous wind load to our car; our gas mileage was severely degraded. I couldn't understand why my small car was using so much Gasoline! With the combined weight of two adults, three teenagers, and one huge tree, the small ford Fairmont wagon was essentially hugging the ground! The tree cost us Twenty Five dollars, and the expenses, and Gasoline required to transport this huge tree back to Patchogue, cost us One Hundred and Fifty dollars.
So we have a Twenty Five dollar Christmas tree that cost us $150. dollars to transport home; a total of $175. !
After 47 years of marriage we have honed and tweaked our Christmas Tree selection process, to the point that is now an "art." Last year my wife and I selected our Christmas Tree in only Fifteen minutes! Truly miraculous!
Marie still retains her superior skill in the art of "Christmas Tree selection." It is an absolute certainty, that this year, we will once again have a beautiful Christmas Tree. When we buy our Christmas Tree this year, I'm sure that we will have the "Most Beautiful Christmas Tree, in all of Long Island, NY!"
Ho! Ho! Ho! Merry Christmas!!!
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Sunday, November 27, 2011
Story of Christians, Jews, Christmas, and Hanukkah
I am an Italian Gentile, raised in Brooklyn NY, in a Jewish / Italian neighborhood. In the fifties, the Christian and Jewish communities were closely connected, and shared the enthusiasm of their respective religious holidays.
My Father was a house painter; the major portion of his business was painting Jewish Schools. As I recall a Jewish School was pronounced "Shool." My Father, a Catholic, literally worked in the classrooms, together with the Rabi and his students.
My father's Christian name was Salvatore, everyone called him Sal; his Jewish customers called him Sol, which is short for Solomon. He was very proud of that! He had a strong admiration for the Jewish community!
In the Fifties, the Jewish students were taught religion, but were also trained to deal with "real Life situations," that they could encounter, when they got older. I will always remember how my father always conveyed these wonderful lessons in life, to me, knowing how valuable they were. As soon as my Father got home from work, dirty and tired, he would immediately teach me the valuable lesson in life, that he had just learned that very same afternoon, in the Jewish School.
So! an Italian Catholic, whose father was called Sol, who painted Jewish Schools for a living, and taught his son lessons from the Jewish School.
At Christmas time the Manger and the Menorah often resided at the same location in the home town of my youth, Brooklyn, NY. A Manger was set-up in front of an apartment house, and a Menorah was displayed next door. Half of my friends were Jewish! My girlfriend was Jewish! At Christmas time my Jewish friends were celebrating Hanukkah, and we all shared in the excitement and anticipation of both holidays. We were literally transformed into a family through our religious holidays!
That's the way it should be!
Merry Christmas! Happy Hanukkah!
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I am an Italian Gentile, raised in Brooklyn NY, in a Jewish / Italian neighborhood. In the fifties, the Christian and Jewish communities were closely connected, and shared the enthusiasm of their respective religious holidays.
My Father was a house painter; the major portion of his business was painting Jewish Schools. As I recall a Jewish School was pronounced "Shool." My Father, a Catholic, literally worked in the classrooms, together with the Rabi and his students.
My father's Christian name was Salvatore, everyone called him Sal; his Jewish customers called him Sol, which is short for Solomon. He was very proud of that! He had a strong admiration for the Jewish community!
In the Fifties, the Jewish students were taught religion, but were also trained to deal with "real Life situations," that they could encounter, when they got older. I will always remember how my father always conveyed these wonderful lessons in life, to me, knowing how valuable they were. As soon as my Father got home from work, dirty and tired, he would immediately teach me the valuable lesson in life, that he had just learned that very same afternoon, in the Jewish School.
So! an Italian Catholic, whose father was called Sol, who painted Jewish Schools for a living, and taught his son lessons from the Jewish School.
At Christmas time the Manger and the Menorah often resided at the same location in the home town of my youth, Brooklyn, NY. A Manger was set-up in front of an apartment house, and a Menorah was displayed next door. Half of my friends were Jewish! My girlfriend was Jewish! At Christmas time my Jewish friends were celebrating Hanukkah, and we all shared in the excitement and anticipation of both holidays. We were literally transformed into a family through our religious holidays!
That's the way it should be!
Merry Christmas! Happy Hanukkah!
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Saturday, November 26, 2011
Holiday Season Safety Tips from the 5Th Precinct
The source of the following is the November 2011 Suffolk County Police Department Newsletter:
The Suffolk County Police Department wishes everyone a safe, happy and healthy holiday season—please assist us in ensuring your safety by considering the information contained below, and by always acting in a safe and responsible manner.
Holiday Safety: The day after Thanksgiving, commonly known as ―Black Friday, has become increasingly popular during these challenging economic times as people search for better deals and discounts. Regrettably, in the excitement of seeking shopping values, thefts, accidents and tragedies often occur. Although the Suffolk County Police Department deploys extra patrols during the holiday season, it is incumbent on everyone to take basic precautions to ensure the safety and security of themselves and their possessions.
Driving Safety: Suffolk County’s roadways are increasingly crowded during the shopping season, and parking lots can be quite congested. Motorists must exercise extreme caution when driving, remaining alert and attentive, refraining from engaging in distracted driving behavior such as talking on a cell phone or texting. Many crashes occur in parking lots during the holiday season and it’s for this reason it is incumbent on all to drive at a slow speed, using caution when approaching parking lot intersections, and to remain alert for vehicles backing out of parking spaces, and pedestrians. Never park in fire zones—doing so not only creates an obstruction for emergency responders, but creates a hazardous situation for pedestrians as well. Also, never park in handicapped spaces unless you have a valid permit—fines are significant, and worse yet, you may prevent someone from using the space who truly needs it!
Shopping and Crowd Safety: Great shopping deals can mean large crowds and long lines at retail stores. The stress and anticipation of doors opening and the frustration of waiting on long lines can make others aggressive. If you see a large, unorganized crowd gathering, step back and remove yourself from the situation. No matter how significant the deals, they are not worth risking injury. If you see any hazardous behavior, such as an unorganized or disorderly crowd, call 911 and remember to remain calm at all times.
If you plan on shopping those midnight madness sales well into the night, do not shop alone! Taking along a shopping buddy will not only make your shopping experience a more enjoyable one, it will make it a safer one as well. When shopping, be sure your purse and wallet are secure on your person and closed—never leave them unattended in a shopping cart or in a dressing room.
Be sure GPS navigation devices, EZ Passes, cell phones and other electronics are not in view in your vehicle. Secure them in the glove compartment or out of sight. Nothing is more attractive to a thief than an unlocked car or a car filled with recent purchases. Be sure packages are out of view or secured in the trunk, and be sure to always keep your vehicle windows closed and doors locked.
Avoid the ATM at night. If you will be paying with cash, make your withdrawals ahead of time during daylight hours. If using an ATM at night, use one that is in a well-lit, heavily populated area and preferably indoors.
Have a game plan of where you will be shopping and an estimated time when you will arrive home, and share this information with family or friends. Carry a cell phone with you in case of emergency.
Don’t Drink and Drive This Holiday Season: Many people aren’t aware that Thanksgiving Eve has become a party night among young adults. Many college students come home for the holiday and get together with friends the evening before Thanksgiving to socialize. To ensure that everyone has fun and stays safe – NEVER DRINK AND DRIVE. Everyone who plans to celebrate away from home should designate a driver if they plan on drinking alcoholic beverages—something every parent should discuss with both their children who drive and those who don’t. The Suffolk County Police Department will be deploying extra DWI patrols this holiday season and will continue to aggressively enforce laws relating to driving under the influence. Severe penalties accompany a DWI conviction including stiff fines, jail time and seizure of your motor vehicle. If those penalties are not enough of a deterrent, remember DWI-related crashes often have devastating effects, including serious injury and loss of life.
Underage Drinking: Underage drinking is a significant problem across the nation, and Suffolk County is not immune. Suffolk County ’s Social Host Law is designed to reduce underage drinking gatherings where an adult allows minors to drink alcoholic beverages. This law applies to any adult, including parents, who knowingly allow consumption of alcohol by any person under the age of 21 at a residence that adult owns, rents or otherwise controls, and fails to take reasonable corrective action upon learning of the consumption of alcohol by minors. The Social Host Law is strictly enforced by the Suffolk County Police Department, and allows for penalties up to $1,000.
Please Note: The New York State Penal Law, Alcohol Beverage Control Law, and other state and local regulations contain numerous other ordinances that make it a crime to engage in unlawful conduct with persons under the age of 21. These statutes prohibit the sale of alcohol to persons under 21, the purchase of alcohol for someone who is under 21, the possession of alcohol by persons under 21, as well as laws pertaining to engaging in conduct that endangers the welfare of persons of a protected age
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Sunday, November 20, 2011
Issues hidden "Under the Rug"
Why do governments, businesses, and institutions, have a dismal record for reporting serious and possibly criminal issues to the authorities? Why would anyone push a serious issue under the Rug? Embarrassment and the resulting loss of stature and income for the organization, is an obvious answer. With this established, we must now consider the logistics of a management hierarchy, that exists in many organizations.
The flow of information within an organization is impeded when all levels of management play the "blame game," in an effort to stack the cards in their favor. Generally, increasingly higher levels of management, have the potential to exhibit increasingly higher levels of predatory behavior. I do not feel comfortable being locked in a cage, with a lion, when I have no means of defense!
Lower levels of management work "at the pleasure of" higher levels of management! What does this mean? In most establishments, lower management can be fired at the whim of higher management. Many of us work for organizations and businesses that can and will fire us in an instant, without notice. This is a sad and ugly fact of life; to live and work without any sense of security. So here we are, trying to support a house, a family, pay our car loan, and pay our credit cards, all under the auspices of a little gremlin in our mind that keeps reminding us that we dare not upset the boss or supervisor. In today's economic environment, the name of the game is ",do not upset your supervisor;" your entire future rests on your bosses perception of a given event.
All of the above work in conjunction with what I call the "Middle Management Corollary," which is "do not drop any problems on my desk." Why would your immediate supervisor get upset? The act of dropping a problem on you bosses desk has the effect of transferring liability to him. Your boss is now stuck with the responsibility of dropping this issue on his immediate bosses desk; that also lives by the "Middle Management Corollary." Dropping a "bomb" on your bosses desk comes with possible serious ramifications!
If an employee brings an issue to an authority outside of his company, he will be expedited upon for breaking the chain of command. He is sure to be fired! There are no laws to protect him!
A person that goes through college so that he will qualify for a management position, can be over Thirty years old before he made his first dollar. The very act of pushing a problem upstream can be a vocational death sentence; you can be fired by any one of the managers above your boss. There is a tendency to minimize the severity of a given issue when reporting it to your immediate supervisor; hoping that he will take the initiative to gather the facts. Working exclusively "at the pleasure of" management, can be a frightening and dehumanizing experience! With this in mind, how gallant could you be with a given issue, when the future of your family is at stake? The actual driving force behind the cloaking of any issue is survival. When it comes to addressing serious issues within an organization, the process of conveying information to higher levels of management, can be sketchy at best.
The ramifications of not addressing critical issues can be catastrophic; a Federal or State Review Panel is needed to protect those individuals who choose to report sensitive issues to upper management. The panel should be empowered to levy and disperse the proceeds of fines, that amount to twice the lifetime income, of a person who was unjustly fired. This panel could prevent many tragedies from ever happening. I believe that serious issues should be addressed by upper management; a clerk is not charged with this level of responsibility. It is managements responsibility to openly address serious issues, that could result in personal damage, and the ultimate collapse of a company or institution.
Before we can successfully remedy this problem, the word "survival," must be removed from the equation.
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Why do governments, businesses, and institutions, have a dismal record for reporting serious and possibly criminal issues to the authorities? Why would anyone push a serious issue under the Rug? Embarrassment and the resulting loss of stature and income for the organization, is an obvious answer. With this established, we must now consider the logistics of a management hierarchy, that exists in many organizations.
The flow of information within an organization is impeded when all levels of management play the "blame game," in an effort to stack the cards in their favor. Generally, increasingly higher levels of management, have the potential to exhibit increasingly higher levels of predatory behavior. I do not feel comfortable being locked in a cage, with a lion, when I have no means of defense!
Lower levels of management work "at the pleasure of" higher levels of management! What does this mean? In most establishments, lower management can be fired at the whim of higher management. Many of us work for organizations and businesses that can and will fire us in an instant, without notice. This is a sad and ugly fact of life; to live and work without any sense of security. So here we are, trying to support a house, a family, pay our car loan, and pay our credit cards, all under the auspices of a little gremlin in our mind that keeps reminding us that we dare not upset the boss or supervisor. In today's economic environment, the name of the game is ",do not upset your supervisor;" your entire future rests on your bosses perception of a given event.
All of the above work in conjunction with what I call the "Middle Management Corollary," which is "do not drop any problems on my desk." Why would your immediate supervisor get upset? The act of dropping a problem on you bosses desk has the effect of transferring liability to him. Your boss is now stuck with the responsibility of dropping this issue on his immediate bosses desk; that also lives by the "Middle Management Corollary." Dropping a "bomb" on your bosses desk comes with possible serious ramifications!
If an employee brings an issue to an authority outside of his company, he will be expedited upon for breaking the chain of command. He is sure to be fired! There are no laws to protect him!
A person that goes through college so that he will qualify for a management position, can be over Thirty years old before he made his first dollar. The very act of pushing a problem upstream can be a vocational death sentence; you can be fired by any one of the managers above your boss. There is a tendency to minimize the severity of a given issue when reporting it to your immediate supervisor; hoping that he will take the initiative to gather the facts. Working exclusively "at the pleasure of" management, can be a frightening and dehumanizing experience! With this in mind, how gallant could you be with a given issue, when the future of your family is at stake? The actual driving force behind the cloaking of any issue is survival. When it comes to addressing serious issues within an organization, the process of conveying information to higher levels of management, can be sketchy at best.
The ramifications of not addressing critical issues can be catastrophic; a Federal or State Review Panel is needed to protect those individuals who choose to report sensitive issues to upper management. The panel should be empowered to levy and disperse the proceeds of fines, that amount to twice the lifetime income, of a person who was unjustly fired. This panel could prevent many tragedies from ever happening. I believe that serious issues should be addressed by upper management; a clerk is not charged with this level of responsibility. It is managements responsibility to openly address serious issues, that could result in personal damage, and the ultimate collapse of a company or institution.
Before we can successfully remedy this problem, the word "survival," must be removed from the equation.
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Sunday, November 13, 2011
We could use a few of these in Patchogue!
The following life sized Three dimensional paintings are displayed in Atlantic City, NJ, along the Boardwalk. The huge paintings are used to cover an unsightly structure, and a vacant lot.
Could this be applied to unsightly vacant stores?
How about just putting up a "fun marquee painting" oven an unsightly vacant store?
Any ideas?
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Wednesday, November 09, 2011
Update on the Joe Paterno Article:
I am not a big fan of "trial by public opinion," and believe that everyone has the right to due process of the law. I firmly believe that no accusation should be made until sufficient evidence is available for consideration.
WGAL.com has published the Grand Jury Presentment (report), on the Jerry Sandusky case. This report brings new information to light that was not available as this tragic issue unfolded. (Please read the Presentment!)
http://www.wgal.com/r/29737266/detail.html
I always try to give a person the "benefit of the doubt," because I believe that only real, hard, facts should be used when writing about an issue that could destroy someone's life.
A casual examination of the "Presentment," convinced me that Joe Paterno and others up to and including the president of Penn State, may have known more about the Sandusky crimes than I had originally surmised.
In my opinion, it appears that criminal charges may be made against all involved including Joe Paterno. A sad day for Penn State, and a sad day for the victims.
Is Joe Paterno Guilty?
Joe Paterno the famous Penn State Football coach is under fire for the actions of a coworker who worked under his supervision. Members of the press and the university, are frothing at the mouth in an attempt to force Joe to retire. Joe Paterno is indeed guilty of something but certainly not guilty of being connected or responsible for the alleged reprehensible sexual actions of his former assistant, Jerry Sandusky.
In 1998 Paterno's assistant was under investigation by the Penn State University Police. In 2002 a graduate student told Paterno that he saw Sandusky allegedly raping a 10 year old boy in the shower. This "second hand" incident report was passed on to Paterno's superior. Obviously Mr. Sandusky was already on the Radar Screen of the Police Department, and should also have been on the Radar Screen of the Penn State administration. In my opinion, because of an ongoing investigation, Joe Paterno had no other course of action than to relay this second hand report to his superior.
I am not a big fan of "trial by public opinion," and believe that everyone has the right to due process of the law. I firmly believe that no accusation should be made until sufficient evidence is available for consideration.
WGAL.com has published the Grand Jury Presentment (report), on the Jerry Sandusky case. This report brings new information to light that was not available as this tragic issue unfolded. (Please read the Presentment!)
http://www.wgal.com/r/29737266/detail.html
I always try to give a person the "benefit of the doubt," because I believe that only real, hard, facts should be used when writing about an issue that could destroy someone's life.
A casual examination of the "Presentment," convinced me that Joe Paterno and others up to and including the president of Penn State, may have known more about the Sandusky crimes than I had originally surmised.
In my opinion, it appears that criminal charges may be made against all involved including Joe Paterno. A sad day for Penn State, and a sad day for the victims.
Is Joe Paterno Guilty?
Joe Paterno the famous Penn State Football coach is under fire for the actions of a coworker who worked under his supervision. Members of the press and the university, are frothing at the mouth in an attempt to force Joe to retire. Joe Paterno is indeed guilty of something but certainly not guilty of being connected or responsible for the alleged reprehensible sexual actions of his former assistant, Jerry Sandusky.
In 1998 Paterno's assistant was under investigation by the Penn State University Police. In 2002 a graduate student told Paterno that he saw Sandusky allegedly raping a 10 year old boy in the shower. This "second hand" incident report was passed on to Paterno's superior. Obviously Mr. Sandusky was already on the Radar Screen of the Police Department, and should also have been on the Radar Screen of the Penn State administration. In my opinion, because of an ongoing investigation, Joe Paterno had no other course of action than to relay this second hand report to his superior.
A critic said that Joe Paterno broke the law by not calling the police! As I see it, Mr. Paterno was not a witness, and was only provided with second hand information; hearsay, which may or may not have been accurate. In reality the original observer should have called the police.
It is not Paterno that "turned a blind eye" to sexual abuse allegations; Paterno is a sports coach! I wouldn't expect his job description to include police investigative duties! This is no way to treat a man that has done so much for Penn State! Yes, Joe Paterno is indeed guilty of something! Yes he is absolutely guilty, of not retiring sooner. Joe Paterno currently stands proud with the world on his side; that includes me!
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*It is not Paterno that "turned a blind eye" to sexual abuse allegations; Paterno is a sports coach! I wouldn't expect his job description to include police investigative duties! This is no way to treat a man that has done so much for Penn State! Yes, Joe Paterno is indeed guilty of something! Yes he is absolutely guilty, of not retiring sooner. Joe Paterno currently stands proud with the world on his side; that includes me!
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Wednesday, November 02, 2011
Fifth Precinct Newsletter
November 2, 2011
The following information should be of interest to those who have a stake in the Holtsville Community in general and the Seneca Middle School in particular:
•The Fifth Precinct has received two reports of a suspicious red colored Jeep approaching middle school students at school bus stops. This vehicle was observed by an area resident in the vicinity of Avenue E and Furrows Road as recently as between 9:00 AM and 9:30 AM on November 1, 2011. The driver is described as a middle aged, possibly Hispanic male. Fifth Precinct officers are conducting an investigation.
Aristides Mojica, Inspector
Commanding Officer, Fifth Precinct
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The next Fifth Precinct open community meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at 7:00 PM at the Fifth Precinct, 125 Waverly Avenue , Patchogue , NY .
The source of the following information is the October/November Suffolk County Police Department Newsletter:
With the holiday shopping season approaching, we remind you to remain aware of the potential for identity theft. Although most identity theft is committed through traditional means such as mail theft and lost or stolen wallets or purses, the increased use of credit and debit cards during the holiday shopping season can increase the risk of your personal information falling into the wrong hands.
Minimize the impact of a lost or stolen wallet or purse by carrying only the identification and credit cards you need - leave your Social Security card and checkbook at home.
Do not leave purses, wallets or important personal information in the glove compartment of unattended cars.
Do not leave purses or handbags unattended in shopping carts.
While applying for instant credit at stores, be vigilant of the fact that a thief may be “shoulder surfing” (watching and listening) as you provide personal information to obtain the credit. This technique has been made easier by the pervasive availability of cell phone cameras.
Consider transactions only with companies you know. Do not provide personal information, especially your Social Security number, unless you trust the person you are giving it to.
Look for the “lock” security symbol on your Internet browser page and look for “https” in the website address.
Consider using credit cards instead of debit cards for online purchases as credit card companies typically offer better fraud protection
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November 2, 2011
The following information should be of interest to those who have a stake in the Holtsville Community in general and the Seneca Middle School in particular:
•The Fifth Precinct has received two reports of a suspicious red colored Jeep approaching middle school students at school bus stops. This vehicle was observed by an area resident in the vicinity of Avenue E and Furrows Road as recently as between 9:00 AM and 9:30 AM on November 1, 2011. The driver is described as a middle aged, possibly Hispanic male. Fifth Precinct officers are conducting an investigation.
Aristides Mojica, Inspector
Commanding Officer, Fifth Precinct
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Reminder:
The next Fifth Precinct open community meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at 7:00 PM at the Fifth Precinct, 125 Waverly Avenue , Patchogue , NY .
The source of the following information is the October/November Suffolk County Police Department Newsletter:
Holiday Shopping:
With the holiday shopping season approaching, we remind you to remain aware of the potential for identity theft. Although most identity theft is committed through traditional means such as mail theft and lost or stolen wallets or purses, the increased use of credit and debit cards during the holiday shopping season can increase the risk of your personal information falling into the wrong hands.
When holiday shopping:
Minimize the impact of a lost or stolen wallet or purse by carrying only the identification and credit cards you need - leave your Social Security card and checkbook at home.
Do not leave purses, wallets or important personal information in the glove compartment of unattended cars.
Do not leave purses or handbags unattended in shopping carts.
While applying for instant credit at stores, be vigilant of the fact that a thief may be “shoulder surfing” (watching and listening) as you provide personal information to obtain the credit. This technique has been made easier by the pervasive availability of cell phone cameras.
When Internet shopping:
Consider transactions only with companies you know. Do not provide personal information, especially your Social Security number, unless you trust the person you are giving it to.
Look for the “lock” security symbol on your Internet browser page and look for “https” in the website address.
Consider using credit cards instead of debit cards for online purchases as credit card companies typically offer better fraud protection
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Tuesday, November 01, 2011
A Profound Message
Someone from our group, sent this link to me via Email; I immediately considered this quote, and its analysis by Dr Aletta, as profound and decided to share it with you.
“Before you diagnose yourself with depression or low self-esteem, first make sure that you are not, in fact, just surrounded by a&&h&&&s (Expletive Deleted).” ~
William Gibson
Please read the analysis by
Doctor Aletta!
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http://explorewhatsnext.com/am-i-depressed-or-surrounded-by-holes/
Also see
http://sachem.patch.com/blog_posts/bullying-in-our-schools
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Someone from our group, sent this link to me via Email; I immediately considered this quote, and its analysis by Dr Aletta, as profound and decided to share it with you.
“Before you diagnose yourself with depression or low self-esteem, first make sure that you are not, in fact, just surrounded by a&&h&&&s (Expletive Deleted).” ~
William Gibson
Please read the analysis by
Doctor Aletta!
(Left click the link below)
http://explorewhatsnext.com/am-i-depressed-or-surrounded-by-holes/
Also see
http://sachem.patch.com/blog_posts/bullying-in-our-schools
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Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Fifth Precinct Open Community Meeting
The next Fifth Precinct Open Community Meeting is scheduled for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 12, 2011 at the Fifth Precinct, 125 Waverly Avenue, Patchogue at 7:00 PM.
(You do not have to be a member or representative of any organized group such as the Neighborhood Watch. Anyone can attend this meeting and voice their concerns.)
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The next Fifth Precinct Open Community Meeting is scheduled for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 12, 2011 at the Fifth Precinct, 125 Waverly Avenue, Patchogue at 7:00 PM.
(You do not have to be a member or representative of any organized group such as the Neighborhood Watch. Anyone can attend this meeting and voice their concerns.)
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Saturday, October 01, 2011
Italian Festival in Patchogue
On Saturday October 1, 2011, I attended the Festival of Saint Liberata in Patchogue, NY. I have never heard of the festival of Saint Liberata. Someone from the K of C handed me a brochure entitled "Patchogue Italian Festival of St. Liberata;" it is from this brochure that I learned of the history of the Festival of St. Liberata, in our home town, Patchogue, NY. I had no idea that this festival is an integral part of Patchogue's history, which dates back to 1920! It would be wonderful if a PDF form of this Brochure were made available on the internet for everyone to enjoy!
I have been to many Italian festivals before. In the usual tradition, food at a festival is prepared and sold outside; but it takes more than Italian food and carnival rides, to make an Italian festival.
I am from Italian descent; my Grandparents came to the United States from Palermo Italy. Every Sunday my family went to my Grandparents house on New Utrecht Avenue, in Brooklyn, for Sunday dinner. My Grandfather was the cook, and when he cooked, he listened to the radio. Every Sunday the radio programming was the same; Gumbata Joe, and Jimmy Roselli. Please partake in the Italian experience of a child; Left click the link below, close your eyes, and listen to the entire song by Jimmy Roselli. (Please do not read past the link below. Also remember to left click the back arrow to get back to this page)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-gODdES8VlA&feature=related
And now you have it; the Italian experience of a child! To this day I still have no clue what Jimmy Roselli was singing about; I speak almost no Italian but I smile every time I hear Jimmy Roselli sing!
The Italian music at the festival was provided by an Italian band, that normally entertains at the Main Street Italian Bistro in Patchogue. The Italian music was great; I felt like I was at Grandma and Grandpa's house. My wife and I purchased some Italian food from the Main Street Italian Bistro, we sat down, and enjoyed the show. I saw a young lady doing a traditional Italian dance; I even saw the feeble attempt that two 18 year old guys made at Italian dancing! I went across the street and purchased a few Rice Balls from Del Fiore; to my surprise, they were just as good as the ones that my Grandfather made!
The audience was engaged; I was engaged! The festival of St. Liberata, in Patchogue, NY, did indeed have the feel of a genuine Italian festival. It does take more than just Italian food to make a festival!
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On Saturday October 1, 2011, I attended the Festival of Saint Liberata in Patchogue, NY. I have never heard of the festival of Saint Liberata. Someone from the K of C handed me a brochure entitled "Patchogue Italian Festival of St. Liberata;" it is from this brochure that I learned of the history of the Festival of St. Liberata, in our home town, Patchogue, NY. I had no idea that this festival is an integral part of Patchogue's history, which dates back to 1920! It would be wonderful if a PDF form of this Brochure were made available on the internet for everyone to enjoy!
I have been to many Italian festivals before. In the usual tradition, food at a festival is prepared and sold outside; but it takes more than Italian food and carnival rides, to make an Italian festival.
I am from Italian descent; my Grandparents came to the United States from Palermo Italy. Every Sunday my family went to my Grandparents house on New Utrecht Avenue, in Brooklyn, for Sunday dinner. My Grandfather was the cook, and when he cooked, he listened to the radio. Every Sunday the radio programming was the same; Gumbata Joe, and Jimmy Roselli. Please partake in the Italian experience of a child; Left click the link below, close your eyes, and listen to the entire song by Jimmy Roselli. (Please do not read past the link below. Also remember to left click the back arrow to get back to this page)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-gODdES8VlA&feature=related
And now you have it; the Italian experience of a child! To this day I still have no clue what Jimmy Roselli was singing about; I speak almost no Italian but I smile every time I hear Jimmy Roselli sing!
The Italian music at the festival was provided by an Italian band, that normally entertains at the Main Street Italian Bistro in Patchogue. The Italian music was great; I felt like I was at Grandma and Grandpa's house. My wife and I purchased some Italian food from the Main Street Italian Bistro, we sat down, and enjoyed the show. I saw a young lady doing a traditional Italian dance; I even saw the feeble attempt that two 18 year old guys made at Italian dancing! I went across the street and purchased a few Rice Balls from Del Fiore; to my surprise, they were just as good as the ones that my Grandfather made!
The audience was engaged; I was engaged! The festival of St. Liberata, in Patchogue, NY, did indeed have the feel of a genuine Italian festival. It does take more than just Italian food to make a festival!
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Tuesday, September 13, 2011
From Anonymous:
I usually agree with you on many subjects but not this one. You minimize his wrongdoings as if they were petty and try to wish them away. I want honest, open government in my Village. You are way off the mark. The community doesn't need corrupt politicians to move ahead.
My answer:
To this point we are dealing with unproven alligations. None of these alligations have been proven true by a judge and jury! We are assumed to be innocent until proven guilty by a court of law! No one is guilty of anything. Any attempt to discredit a person of an offense that has not been proven true by a court of law is in my opinion, not an honorable thing to do! Unfortunately the media does this all of the time! God help us!
Local Official's Compensation
Local government should absolutely be viewed by the general populous as a business. For some reason we the residents of "Hometown USA," have lost track of the fact that our local officials, retired or otherwise, have a family to support, and bills to pay. Do yourself a favor; find out how much money your local officials are being paid for their services; you could be surprised! Now consider how much money you would charge to work 60 hours a week, if you were a local official!
On the average, the amount of money that one could make as a local official could be 60 to 80 percent lower than it should be. Yes in certain areas of government, the compensation may be too high, or at least questionably high! That is a separate issue that should also be addressed.
In the case where a local municipality cannot afford to pay its public officials a competitive salary, some municipalities offer "valuable considerations," as an alternate means of compensation. As an example, In some western towns the elected official and his wife are allowed to drive an official car 24/7. Official presence has the same effect as the "neighborhood watch;" someone is always looking! With perks such as this, both the elected official and the community win! Valuable considerations can take many forms, but should be issued and controlled by an advisory committee of resident taxpayers.
With the current atmosphere of political volatility, we must be sure that we retain our qualified local officials. Retaining qualified local officials to run our town, "Hometown USA," has not even been on the Radar Screen. There is a direct one to one monetary correlation of the value of our home, and the appearance of our municipality; an aloof local government can destroy the value of your home and property. Bad government can turn your $300,000 dollar investment in your house or property, into $125,000 dollars, before you realize what happened! Amazingly enough, even the landlords realize this to be true!
We must do everything possible to retain quality elected officials!
OK.....We are on the right track.... We are moving forward.....guess we won't get run over!
(modified quote by will Rogers! Ha! Ha!)
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I usually agree with you on many subjects but not this one. You minimize his wrongdoings as if they were petty and try to wish them away. I want honest, open government in my Village. You are way off the mark. The community doesn't need corrupt politicians to move ahead.
My answer:
To this point we are dealing with unproven alligations. None of these alligations have been proven true by a judge and jury! We are assumed to be innocent until proven guilty by a court of law! No one is guilty of anything. Any attempt to discredit a person of an offense that has not been proven true by a court of law is in my opinion, not an honorable thing to do! Unfortunately the media does this all of the time! God help us!
Local Official's Compensation
Local government should absolutely be viewed by the general populous as a business. For some reason we the residents of "Hometown USA," have lost track of the fact that our local officials, retired or otherwise, have a family to support, and bills to pay. Do yourself a favor; find out how much money your local officials are being paid for their services; you could be surprised! Now consider how much money you would charge to work 60 hours a week, if you were a local official!
On the average, the amount of money that one could make as a local official could be 60 to 80 percent lower than it should be. Yes in certain areas of government, the compensation may be too high, or at least questionably high! That is a separate issue that should also be addressed.
In the case where a local municipality cannot afford to pay its public officials a competitive salary, some municipalities offer "valuable considerations," as an alternate means of compensation. As an example, In some western towns the elected official and his wife are allowed to drive an official car 24/7. Official presence has the same effect as the "neighborhood watch;" someone is always looking! With perks such as this, both the elected official and the community win! Valuable considerations can take many forms, but should be issued and controlled by an advisory committee of resident taxpayers.
With the current atmosphere of political volatility, we must be sure that we retain our qualified local officials. Retaining qualified local officials to run our town, "Hometown USA," has not even been on the Radar Screen. There is a direct one to one monetary correlation of the value of our home, and the appearance of our municipality; an aloof local government can destroy the value of your home and property. Bad government can turn your $300,000 dollar investment in your house or property, into $125,000 dollars, before you realize what happened! Amazingly enough, even the landlords realize this to be true!
We must do everything possible to retain quality elected officials!
OK.....We are on the right track.... We are moving forward.....guess we won't get run over!
(modified quote by will Rogers! Ha! Ha!)
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Friday, August 12, 2011
Heated Subject Discussion
Please continue to send your comments (bottom of each post) and or Emails (top right hand column). I will read the comments and emails and then try to publish an article that addresses your concerns. After reading your communications, I will delete all of the publically visible comments; hope I remember! Comment boxes can be a horror!
What is the alternative? We could alter the current slate of Patchogue Village officials, and possibly wind-up with a local government that cannot perform as well as the original Patchogue First slate of officers. What are the chances of finding another slate of Patchogue Village Officials that work as a team, and can actually manage to re-earn the distinction of being a world-wide example of progressive local government; I would say little to none!
Life is about decisions! I have seen many past Patchogue officials try in vain to quench the crime problems that plagued our village decades ago; none have succeeded until Paul Pontieri and the "Patchogue First Team," took control of the helm!
Am I willing to take a chance on reverting back to a time where it was not safe to walk the streets of Patchogue at night? Absolutely not!
Life is about decisions!
Patchogue First and Paul Pontieri
First some history:
Paul Pontieri, Mayor of Patchogue Village, Patchogue, NY, has been accused of the following actions by Patchogue Village Deputy Mayor Stephen McGiff and Trustee Gerard Crean:
• Selling his old car back to Patchogue Village, via his relative that was a car dealer, at a profit of $500 to his relative. Mayor Pontieri said he saved the village thousands of dollars.
• Paul was accused of hiring a relative as a custodian. Details are not definitive, but Paul also says that he saved the village money.
• Taking event tickets from a friend, who ultimately did business with the village!
• Making a loan of $150,000 to "Art Space," without consulting the trustees.
• Mayor Pontieri has been accused of pushing the acceptance of the 291 Tri Tec apartments? In actuality two trustees were in favor of accepting Tri Tec, two were opposed, and the mayor held the deciding vote. To this day I am opposed to the Tri Tec complex without the hotel and tower. Hopefully this project could be returned to its original configuration.
• Paul Pontieri was accused of increasing his salary by 3.4 times! This issue brought to light the fact that Paul Pontieri was receiving only $15,000 for a job that required 60 hours of work per week; a trustee received only $3,600 compensation! How ridiculous is that! Salaries were increased to $36,000, and $12,000 dollars respectively. We have five people that are qualified Professors, lawyers and principals, working for us at a substandard wage! These people deserve a medal!
It was Paul Pontieri in conjunction with the Village trustees that created an atmosphere for change in Patchogue. The mayor and the trustees constitute the Patchogue First caucus that with the help of local activist residents, ousted the previous ineffective Patchogue Village Government.
I do not believe in pursuing an issue without first considering the consequences! Paul Pontieri and the current slate of Patchogue Village officials were and still are tough on crime; the former slate was not!
I love to play Slot Machines! "So what does that have to do with this issue?" "Please bear with me!" Before I play a slot machine I test it with quarters. I keep inserting quarters into the slot machine and observe what happens. If I see that a particular machine is a "winner," I then feel safe to put more money into that particular machine. In my personal opinion, I believe that Mayor Paul Pontieri and the village trustees are indeed the best slate of Patchogue Village officials, that we have ever had!.
We as a population, have for the most part, lost touch with what makes a successful business, government, or village! Top down management always results in dismal failure due to gridlock. Administration talks down to Middle Management which talks down to Supervisors who talk down to the rank and file workers. Everyone is busy defending themselves against the people above them, and nothing gets done!
"And now;" we have Patchogue First! From its inception, "Patchogue First" was determined to leave the political rubbish behind and actually address real village issues that effected us all. It was the Patchogue First Team which consists of the Mayor and the trustees that jointly addressed and solved the critical problems, that ultimately resulted in the Patchogue that we now enjoy today. Seventeen years ago our village was not a desirable place to live!
Patchogue First has from it very beginning, followed the "bottom up" model for government; everyone including the worker, was an important part of the team. Everyone worked hard because they were appreciated and recognized as an important part of the overall solution to local problems! The Mayor and trustees worked closely with the Neighborhood Watch, and the Police Department. We, the residents of Patchogue Village, enjoy a good quality of life because our current government is accessible. We as a village have moved forward from what was a questionable quality of life, to what is now a vibrant community! Most of all, go to the Patchogue Village Facebook page and read what the new generation has to say about our village! It is obvious, our young people are very proud to be connected with Patchogue village! I rest my case!
"A chain is as good as its weakest link." The fastest racing car in the world cannot win a race with a second rate pit crew! I personally would rather see the Paul Pontieri and the trustees resolve their issues and continue performing miracles as the "Patchogue First Team."
Yes Paul is a "country boy," and my personal tendency is to view the "Car," family "hiring," and Art Space "loan issues," to be sketchy at best. I would rather see them just go away!
As a gambler, you've got to know when to hold, you've got to know when to fold, and you've got to know when to walk away! As a village resident that believes in the "Patchogue First," slate of Public Officials, I am not quite ready to walk away!
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Patchogue First Issue:
One reader said that I was
One reader said that I was
looking the other way;
that is exactly what I believe to be the best alternative, in this particular case!What is the alternative? We could alter the current slate of Patchogue Village officials, and possibly wind-up with a local government that cannot perform as well as the original Patchogue First slate of officers. What are the chances of finding another slate of Patchogue Village Officials that work as a team, and can actually manage to re-earn the distinction of being a world-wide example of progressive local government; I would say little to none!
Life is about decisions! I have seen many past Patchogue officials try in vain to quench the crime problems that plagued our village decades ago; none have succeeded until Paul Pontieri and the "Patchogue First Team," took control of the helm!
Am I willing to take a chance on reverting back to a time where it was not safe to walk the streets of Patchogue at night? Absolutely not!
Life is about decisions!
Patchogue First and Paul Pontieri
First some history:
Paul Pontieri, Mayor of Patchogue Village, Patchogue, NY, has been accused of the following actions by Patchogue Village Deputy Mayor Stephen McGiff and Trustee Gerard Crean:
• Selling his old car back to Patchogue Village, via his relative that was a car dealer, at a profit of $500 to his relative. Mayor Pontieri said he saved the village thousands of dollars.
• Paul was accused of hiring a relative as a custodian. Details are not definitive, but Paul also says that he saved the village money.
• Taking event tickets from a friend, who ultimately did business with the village!
• Making a loan of $150,000 to "Art Space," without consulting the trustees.
• Mayor Pontieri has been accused of pushing the acceptance of the 291 Tri Tec apartments? In actuality two trustees were in favor of accepting Tri Tec, two were opposed, and the mayor held the deciding vote. To this day I am opposed to the Tri Tec complex without the hotel and tower. Hopefully this project could be returned to its original configuration.
• Paul Pontieri was accused of increasing his salary by 3.4 times! This issue brought to light the fact that Paul Pontieri was receiving only $15,000 for a job that required 60 hours of work per week; a trustee received only $3,600 compensation! How ridiculous is that! Salaries were increased to $36,000, and $12,000 dollars respectively. We have five people that are qualified Professors, lawyers and principals, working for us at a substandard wage! These people deserve a medal!
It was Paul Pontieri in conjunction with the Village trustees that created an atmosphere for change in Patchogue. The mayor and the trustees constitute the Patchogue First caucus that with the help of local activist residents, ousted the previous ineffective Patchogue Village Government.
I do not believe in pursuing an issue without first considering the consequences! Paul Pontieri and the current slate of Patchogue Village officials were and still are tough on crime; the former slate was not!
I love to play Slot Machines! "So what does that have to do with this issue?" "Please bear with me!" Before I play a slot machine I test it with quarters. I keep inserting quarters into the slot machine and observe what happens. If I see that a particular machine is a "winner," I then feel safe to put more money into that particular machine. In my personal opinion, I believe that Mayor Paul Pontieri and the village trustees are indeed the best slate of Patchogue Village officials, that we have ever had!.
We as a population, have for the most part, lost touch with what makes a successful business, government, or village! Top down management always results in dismal failure due to gridlock. Administration talks down to Middle Management which talks down to Supervisors who talk down to the rank and file workers. Everyone is busy defending themselves against the people above them, and nothing gets done!
"And now;" we have Patchogue First! From its inception, "Patchogue First" was determined to leave the political rubbish behind and actually address real village issues that effected us all. It was the Patchogue First Team which consists of the Mayor and the trustees that jointly addressed and solved the critical problems, that ultimately resulted in the Patchogue that we now enjoy today. Seventeen years ago our village was not a desirable place to live!
Patchogue First has from it very beginning, followed the "bottom up" model for government; everyone including the worker, was an important part of the team. Everyone worked hard because they were appreciated and recognized as an important part of the overall solution to local problems! The Mayor and trustees worked closely with the Neighborhood Watch, and the Police Department. We, the residents of Patchogue Village, enjoy a good quality of life because our current government is accessible. We as a village have moved forward from what was a questionable quality of life, to what is now a vibrant community! Most of all, go to the Patchogue Village Facebook page and read what the new generation has to say about our village! It is obvious, our young people are very proud to be connected with Patchogue village! I rest my case!
"A chain is as good as its weakest link." The fastest racing car in the world cannot win a race with a second rate pit crew! I personally would rather see the Paul Pontieri and the trustees resolve their issues and continue performing miracles as the "Patchogue First Team."
Yes Paul is a "country boy," and my personal tendency is to view the "Car," family "hiring," and Art Space "loan issues," to be sketchy at best. I would rather see them just go away!
As a gambler, you've got to know when to hold, you've got to know when to fold, and you've got to know when to walk away! As a village resident that believes in the "Patchogue First," slate of Public Officials, I am not quite ready to walk away!
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Friday, July 22, 2011
Bullying in our Schools
"I'm beginning to believe them!" A 12 year old boy who attends a local school, spends his nights worrying about what the local school bullies are going to do to him the very next day. Education takes a back seat to bullying, which remains unchecked, and paramount in this young man's life!"They keep calling me "Bad things" and I'm beginning to believe them." "There are six fights at my school every day." This sounds all too familiar; it happened to me and it happened to my children while they were in school. This type of unacceptable behavior has proven through the years to have amazing "staying power."
Decades have passed since I was in Junior High School and still; bullying is alive and well! It appears that the rules governing incidents of bullying should be reevaluated. I have heard of two incidents of bullying where the victim could no longer take the repeated abuse, and finally decided to fight back. As it turned out in both cases the victim was suspended, and the Bully received a free pass; in both cases the bully remained unpunished! I'm sure someone has what they consider to be a valid explanation as to why the bully was not punished, but the bottom line is that bullying has for generations, remained resilient even after causing massive damage to many wonderful young adults. I am also one of those victims! There is no excuse for this twisted rule; the Bully should have been suspended and the victim should have received the "free pass."
I know for an absolute fact that bullying has had a lasting negative impact on my life. In Junior High school I should have been thoroughly engulfed in cultivating a solid educational foundation; but in fact I was in fear for my life, most of the time!
Here I am, fifty years after attending Junior High School, once again dealing with the issue of Bullying on behalf of a twelve year old young adult. I actually felt my heart drop when this 12 year old boy told me that he was starting to believe that he was "worthless," because of the abuse by bullies. Lost for words I quickly said," do not ever let anyone tell you that you are worthless! You can do anything, as long as you set your mind to it! It is the bully that is worthless. The Bully is pushing you around because he does not believe in himself."
Bullies are Predators, just looking for anyone, who might appear to be vulnerable.
I choose not to name the school or school district where this particular problem proliferates because abuse by peers thrives in many schools. It would be criminal on my part to taint all of the other wonderful things that principals and teachers have done for our children. Most teachers commit their heart, soul, and life, in an effort to make our children the best that they can be!
One possible solution to this problem is to report all instances of bullying first to the teacher and the principal. If nothing is done within a few days report the incident to the school superintendant; this action has the effect of putting the administrators on the same playing field. If the bullying still persists contact your local Board of Education. The act of informing the teacher, principal, Superintendant, and the Board of Education, has the effect of bridging the communications gap which often exists between different levels of administration. I would expect results after this action is taken!
Please! Please! Please! Forward this article to your friends and ask them to share incidents of bullying that their children have experienced, in the comments section of this blog. Please include suggestions that might help quench bullying in our schools! It would be wonderful if you would refrain from verbally destroying a particular school or school district; this has the effect of punishing our teachers that have always been advocates for our young adults.
Again, please report instances of bullying first to the teacher and principal, then to the Superintendant, and finally to the Board of Education. Together we can eradicate the scourge of bullying , from our schools.
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Friday, July 15, 2011
Blood Drive at K of C Patchogue
Please remember that we are having a blood drive at the Patchogue Knights of Columbus Council Hal, located at 38 W. 1st Street in Patchogue, on Saturday, July 16th from 8:30 am – 1 pm. You all know how important it is to give blood, so if you are able, please come down and donate. And if you are not certain if you are eligible to donate, come down and inquire. Many people who think that they cannot donate because of problems in the past can now donate. Many of the old rules and restrictions have been lifted or changed. So please make every effort to come down, the life you save may be your own, or someone you love!
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Please remember that we are having a blood drive at the Patchogue Knights of Columbus Council Hal, located at 38 W. 1st Street in Patchogue, on Saturday, July 16th from 8:30 am – 1 pm. You all know how important it is to give blood, so if you are able, please come down and donate. And if you are not certain if you are eligible to donate, come down and inquire. Many people who think that they cannot donate because of problems in the past can now donate. Many of the old rules and restrictions have been lifted or changed. So please make every effort to come down, the life you save may be your own, or someone you love!
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Saturday, June 25, 2011
Is Facebook Your Resume
I have been telling my grandchildren to be careful what they publish on Facebook. I have repeatedly told them that whatever they publish on their Facebook page could be used against them in later years. Did they listen? I don't think so!
As a test, I went to Facebook and looked up the name of a person that I went to Jr. High School with, over 50 years ago. I did not find my classmates profile, but I did find the profile of another young lady, who has the same name. I decided to see exactly how much information this person was sharing with the world; which includes me, a perfect stranger. I discovered that I had immediate access to this persons personal information. In just minutes I knew what University she attends, what state she lives in, what books she reads, what movies she like, what TV programs she looks at, and also had access to the names and photos of over 550 of her friends.
I have learned through the "Life School of Hard Knocks," one corollary of life, that stands above all others; do not give too much information! Did the above individuals give too much information? "You bet" they did! Who are they giving this information to? Everybody!
A valuable secret of salesmanship, is to force your potential customer to respond with the answer "yes," to your questions, as many times as possible, before you actually try to make the sale. This secret is also applicable to getting accepted to a college, and applying for a job. A customer, an employment officer, or a college admissions officer, is more likely to grant his approval, if you do not give him any opportunity to say "no." The multitude of information that is available on Facebook, other social media sites, and or Blogs, gives an employment officer many opportunities to say no! Most people simply give away, too much information!
I looked up yet another female on Facebook, who is a complete stranger to me and read the following: "I am not a Bitch; I just have a low tolerance for bullshit!" I read the following on another facebook site, "I'm very easy to get along with, and I'm the craziest person alive! I wonder if this public information will have any impact on a future employer's decision to hire these females? Humm...
The previous examples do indeed indicate that, the material you publish on Facebook and other Internet media, could be viewed by people that are considering and evaluating your Resume!
I believe that it is a good idea to re-evaluate your Facebook, and other social media account, privacy settings. I personally would not allow any of my information to be available to "Everyone." Facebook is not like a Blog where there is usually one author, and the author of the Blog, has control over its content. In the case of Facebook and other on-line media, one of your friends could publish something stupid, that could eventually come back to haunt you in the future.
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I have been telling my grandchildren to be careful what they publish on Facebook. I have repeatedly told them that whatever they publish on their Facebook page could be used against them in later years. Did they listen? I don't think so!
As a test, I went to Facebook and looked up the name of a person that I went to Jr. High School with, over 50 years ago. I did not find my classmates profile, but I did find the profile of another young lady, who has the same name. I decided to see exactly how much information this person was sharing with the world; which includes me, a perfect stranger. I discovered that I had immediate access to this persons personal information. In just minutes I knew what University she attends, what state she lives in, what books she reads, what movies she like, what TV programs she looks at, and also had access to the names and photos of over 550 of her friends.
I have learned through the "Life School of Hard Knocks," one corollary of life, that stands above all others; do not give too much information! Did the above individuals give too much information? "You bet" they did! Who are they giving this information to? Everybody!
A valuable secret of salesmanship, is to force your potential customer to respond with the answer "yes," to your questions, as many times as possible, before you actually try to make the sale. This secret is also applicable to getting accepted to a college, and applying for a job. A customer, an employment officer, or a college admissions officer, is more likely to grant his approval, if you do not give him any opportunity to say "no." The multitude of information that is available on Facebook, other social media sites, and or Blogs, gives an employment officer many opportunities to say no! Most people simply give away, too much information!
I looked up yet another female on Facebook, who is a complete stranger to me and read the following: "I am not a Bitch; I just have a low tolerance for bullshit!" I read the following on another facebook site, "I'm very easy to get along with, and I'm the craziest person alive! I wonder if this public information will have any impact on a future employer's decision to hire these females? Humm...
The previous examples do indeed indicate that, the material you publish on Facebook and other Internet media, could be viewed by people that are considering and evaluating your Resume!
I believe that it is a good idea to re-evaluate your Facebook, and other social media account, privacy settings. I personally would not allow any of my information to be available to "Everyone." Facebook is not like a Blog where there is usually one author, and the author of the Blog, has control over its content. In the case of Facebook and other on-line media, one of your friends could publish something stupid, that could eventually come back to haunt you in the future.
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Sunday, June 12, 2011
Men Can't Multitask!
My wife and I have been having fun with the premise of "Female Multitasking" for years. I always knew that my wife has the ability to perform multiple tasks at the same time; I am unable to duplicate her ability to multitask.
I have accepted my wife's ability to talk on the phone, fill out a business form, and put dishes in the dishwasher all at the same time! Could be time slicing but it's more fun to think of it as multitasking! I am uncomfortable with the Idea of performing multiple tasks at the same time. Whenever my wife asks me to consider a task while I am already in the midst of executing another task, my answer is always the same; "Men are hunters and can only focus in one thing at a time." "Ask me later!" "GGGrrr..."
Whenever my wife and I go to the supermarket, we religiously perform the same ritual; we look for a female at the checkout! Of course there are varying degrees of multitasking, and some are better than others at this task; I can always find a female at the checkout that is feeding items through the scanner, and talking to the customer at the same time!
At the supermarket, Marie and I always look for the smallest line. It is at this line where we usually find a "Female Multitasking Guru." I would guess that there are many Men who are very proficient at multitasking; then again, could it be that they prefer to watch the Baseball Game on TV? Are they smarter than they are letting on? Humm.....
This article does not represent a scientific study, but is only a collection of observations. My wife and I would love to hear your views and observations on male verses female multitasking; please publish your thoughts in the Comments Box.
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My wife and I have been having fun with the premise of "Female Multitasking" for years. I always knew that my wife has the ability to perform multiple tasks at the same time; I am unable to duplicate her ability to multitask.
I have accepted my wife's ability to talk on the phone, fill out a business form, and put dishes in the dishwasher all at the same time! Could be time slicing but it's more fun to think of it as multitasking! I am uncomfortable with the Idea of performing multiple tasks at the same time. Whenever my wife asks me to consider a task while I am already in the midst of executing another task, my answer is always the same; "Men are hunters and can only focus in one thing at a time." "Ask me later!" "GGGrrr..."
Whenever my wife and I go to the supermarket, we religiously perform the same ritual; we look for a female at the checkout! Of course there are varying degrees of multitasking, and some are better than others at this task; I can always find a female at the checkout that is feeding items through the scanner, and talking to the customer at the same time!
At the supermarket, Marie and I always look for the smallest line. It is at this line where we usually find a "Female Multitasking Guru." I would guess that there are many Men who are very proficient at multitasking; then again, could it be that they prefer to watch the Baseball Game on TV? Are they smarter than they are letting on? Humm.....
This article does not represent a scientific study, but is only a collection of observations. My wife and I would love to hear your views and observations on male verses female multitasking; please publish your thoughts in the Comments Box.
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Saturday, June 11, 2011
K of C Doo-Wop Dance
Last chance to purchase tickets to the DOO-WOP dance we are holding at the Patchogue Knights of Columbus on June 18th. Please contact me no later than Monday, 6/13th to let me know if you need tickets.
Here are the details :
Dinner and Dancing with unlimited beer, wine & soda with coffee and cake, featuring the sounds of the live band “Somewhere in Time”. This band has played all over the Tri-State area, and has been featured at the Patchogue Theater with Mickey B. on a number of occasions.
Dance will be held at the Patchogue K of C, 38 W. 1st Street, off Waverly Ave. on Saturday June 18th from 7 – 11 pm. Doors open at 6:30. Cost is only $30 per person. Please e-mail me at mb1122@msn.com, or call Mike at (631)774-2605 for more info or for tickets. You need to call to reserve tickets, as it is getting close to the date.
Michael Boehm
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Last chance to purchase tickets to the DOO-WOP dance we are holding at the Patchogue Knights of Columbus on June 18th. Please contact me no later than Monday, 6/13th to let me know if you need tickets.
Here are the details :
Dinner and Dancing with unlimited beer, wine & soda with coffee and cake, featuring the sounds of the live band “Somewhere in Time”. This band has played all over the Tri-State area, and has been featured at the Patchogue Theater with Mickey B. on a number of occasions.
Dance will be held at the Patchogue K of C, 38 W. 1st Street, off Waverly Ave. on Saturday June 18th from 7 – 11 pm. Doors open at 6:30. Cost is only $30 per person. Please e-mail me at mb1122@msn.com, or call Mike at (631)774-2605 for more info or for tickets. You need to call to reserve tickets, as it is getting close to the date.
Michael Boehm
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Thursday, June 09, 2011
Karaoke at K of C
Just a reminder that this Friday evening, June 10th the Patchogue Knights of Columbus is holding a Karaoke Knight at their council hall, located at 38 1st Street, in Patchogue, off of Waverly Ave.. The cost for this event is only $20 per person, which includes salad, dinner, cake and coffee with unlimited beer, wine & soda all evening.
The time is from 7 pm – 11 pm, with the doors opening at 6:30. For more info or tickets call Kevin at (516) 424-2999. Please remember that all proceeds from these events goes to CHARITY! Thank you, and I hope to see you there!
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Just a reminder that this Friday evening, June 10th the Patchogue Knights of Columbus is holding a Karaoke Knight at their council hall, located at 38 1st Street, in Patchogue, off of Waverly Ave.. The cost for this event is only $20 per person, which includes salad, dinner, cake and coffee with unlimited beer, wine & soda all evening.
The time is from 7 pm – 11 pm, with the doors opening at 6:30. For more info or tickets call Kevin at (516) 424-2999. Please remember that all proceeds from these events goes to CHARITY! Thank you, and I hope to see you there!
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Tuesday, June 07, 2011
Fifth Precinct Monthly
Community Meeting
The Fifth Precinct will be conducting its monthly open community meeting tomorrow, Wednesday, June 8, 2011 at 7:00 PM at the Fifth Precinct, 125 Waverly Avenue, Patchogue.
You do not have to be a representative of any group such as the Neighborhood Watch! Anyone can attend this meeting and voice your concerns about neighborhood issues.
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Friday, May 27, 2011
4th of July Fireworks
Renewal Press Conference
A press conference was held today, Friday, May 27th, at the Bay Shore Marina. Hosted by Phil Nolan, Town of Islip Supervisor, at the Bay Shore Marina. The focus of this Press Conference is "4th of July fireworks renewal."
The Town of Islip will renew their fireworks for the first time since 1989; an annual 4th of July fireworks tradition was first started by the Bay Shore Lions Club in 1965. The money for the fireworks in those early years was collected the old fashion way-by “passing the hat” before the 4th of July fireworks started. These fireworks are raised and paid for by the Go 4th on the Bay Committee, a private group wishing to support America’s Patriotism and celebrate the Nation’s Independence.
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The Wiseman, B-103; Belinda Groneman, President of PRONTO; Kathleen Heinlein, President Captree Boatman Assoc.; Vivian Hart, Executive Director of PRONTO, Nina Felton, of PRONTO; Myself- Philip Butler Producer, Go 4th on the Bay; and Phil Nolan Town of Islip Supervisor.
Message from Philip Butler:
Our press conference held today at the Bay Shore Marina was a raving success. As a resident of the Village, I sincerely wish Patchogue would be able to enjoy and benefit the good will and media that this "Go 4th on the Bay" will generate for us all.
Concept - To create an annual 4th of July celebration for all Long Islanders to be proud of and enjoy. Each year we will salute one of our military services, with the U.S. Army our honoree for 2011; Marines for 2012; Navy for 2113; Air Force 2014, and Coast Guard 2015. Plans feature the Rising of the Colors with a Fly-over of the entire Great South Bay, and as the grand finale World Class fireworks by the renowned Gruccis of New York all to celebrate our Nations Birthday.
The Gruccis will be producing the 2nd annual Go 4th on the Bay fireworks program on our beautiful Great South Bay, to celebrate our nation's 235th Birthday. The best and most spectacular viewing of the 4th of July shows would be from the Captree Boat Fleet- www.captreefleet.com/; your own boat; for the landlubbers, good viewing would be from most of the Fire Island bay fronts and shorelines of the bay from Smith Point to Bay Shore.
Philip Butler
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Monday, May 23, 2011
Knight at the Races Cancelled
K of C Patchogue, NY
K of C Patchogue, NY
Due to the lack of enough advanced ticket sales, the Knight at the Races that was scheduled for this Sunday, May 29th has been canceled.
To have one of these events it takes a lot of effort, time and a significant amount of money that needs to be laid out in advance to purchase all of the food and supplies that are needed. We have learned in the past that we cannot just “assume” that people are going to come to one of these events, and with so few tickets sold, the council cannot afford to go forward and possibly lose the funds that are necessary for the initial cost.
We will let you know if and when another Knight at the Races will be held. Thank you for understanding, and have a safe and enjoyable Memorial Day Weekend.
Michael Boehm
Knight at the Races Cancelled
K of C Patchogue, NYJust a reminder, the K of C is holding a Knight at the Races on this Sunday, May 29th at the Council Hall.
Doors open at 6 pm and the cost is $15 pp for a BBQ dinner w/ beer, wine and soda all night. Please come down and support this very important fundraiser for our Council.
Call our Warden Bill F. at 988-3758 for tickets or more info.
CANCELLED!
S/K Michael Boehm
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Thursday, May 19, 2011
Message From the Suffolk County Police Department:
Get $200. for your Illegal Handgun.
Remain completely anonymous; no questions asked.
Drop Handguns off on Saturday May 28, 2011, between 9AM and 12 PM.
Police Headquarters
30 Yaphank Avenue
Yaphank, NY, 11980, 631 852 6530
LIE to Exit 67 South
Travel one half mile
Police Headquarters is on your Right.
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Monday, May 16, 2011
Fireworks 2011 on the
Great South Bay
Of all of the Patchogue Community Events that I have ever attended, Just one event retains a permanent place in mind. I can recall Nine family members which include my Four Grandchildren, walking down Cedar Avenue toward the water. We ultimately found our way to the village park off of South Ocean Avenue. Everyone was reclining on blankets except my Grandchildren; they were busy tying everyone's "Glowing Necklaces" together . The glowing Necklaces were purchased from a vender, and my Grandchildren managed to convince everyone else's children to help them make a very long jump rope. The Grucci Fireworks started and everyone was enjoying the Fireworks Display, while a second feature show was also in progress at the same time. Thirty Five children were jumping rope amidst the sights and sounds of the fireworks display, using their custom designed "Glowing Jump Rope." It is events such as this that create precious memories because they include both family and community. Our village had the fireworks for about Eight Years and for some unknown reason the fireworks displays were simply discontinued. This just hurts my heart!
Last year Philip Butler from the Grucci Family applied to the Village of Patchogue, for a permit to present a Fireworks Display on the Fourth of July, from a Barge, off of Patchogue. The permit was granted and then rescinded. As a result the Fireworks display was moved to Davis Park on Fire Island. The residents of Davis Park were ecstatic, the residents of Patchogue would have preferred to have the fireworks in our home town. The entire display was paid for, not by the village of Patchogue, but by donations.
Why would I be disconcerted about not having Fireworks in Patchogue? Patchogue is an amazing community. Unlike many other communities, Patchogue takes on the persona of a quaint country village; which it is. Our village has an energy of its own and one can feel that energy at any of our many community events. And now the important part! Our children also respond to the overwhelming sense of community in our village.
Youth has a compelling need to belong to something. My father told me "son! you must be very careful to only "Hang out, with people that you admire, because you will eventually become just like your friends." It is obvious to me that the good example set forth by the community minded residents of Patchogue Village has had a positive effect on our children. Patchogue Village still enjoys a point Three Percent Crime Rate, when the national norm for a given city in America is One Hundred. This is not an accident, because our community, is also part of our extended family. Herein lies what is unique about Patchogue!
The annual Fourth of July Fireworks Display, that was re-initiated last year has the theme, "Salute to our Military." Every year we will pay homage to a different branch of our Military Service. What a wonderful idea!
Philip Butler is not a "Johnny come lately," that just decided to get involved with Patchogue Village. Philip has always been a relentless activist for Patchogue Village, our Chamber of Commerce, and the Catholic Community. You may still be waiting for Waverly Avenue to be paved, if it were not for the efforts of Philip Butler.
(Please read the following Blog Article.)
http://mapleavenuenw.blogspot.com/2009/04/county-road-19-construction-project.html#links
Granted that we have our differences of opinion; but I see no rational reason to let a disagreement on one issue, interfere with the resolution of a completely different issue. Hopefully we could resolve this issue, and let this years Fireworks Display go forward.
An annual Fireworks displays should be part of the "Patchogue Experience; if not for us, then for our children."
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Friday, May 13, 2011
The Patchogue Knights of Columbus is holding a 1950's Doo-Wop Dance.
The Dance will be held at the K of C Hall, located at 38 West 1st St. Patchogue (off Waverly Ave.)
We will be featuring the sounds of "Somewhere in Time", a live Band that has played all over L.I., including the Patchogue Theater with Mickey B..
Tickets are only $30 per person, and include a full buffet Dinner with unlimited beer, wine & soda and coffee and cake. The date is Saturday Night, June 18th, from 7 pm - 11 pm. Don't miss out on a night of music and fun, right here in our own back yard!
Call Mike Boehm @ 774-2605 for more info or to purchase tickets.
S/K Michael Boehm
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The Dance will be held at the K of C Hall, located at 38 West 1st St. Patchogue (off Waverly Ave.)
We will be featuring the sounds of "Somewhere in Time", a live Band that has played all over L.I., including the Patchogue Theater with Mickey B..
Tickets are only $30 per person, and include a full buffet Dinner with unlimited beer, wine & soda and coffee and cake. The date is Saturday Night, June 18th, from 7 pm - 11 pm. Don't miss out on a night of music and fun, right here in our own back yard!
Call Mike Boehm @ 774-2605 for more info or to purchase tickets.
S/K Michael Boehm
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James Tate Should go to the Prom
Never in all the years that I have been on this planet have I ever seen such ridiculous, egocentric behavior, on the part of a school administrator. Beth Smith the Head Master of Shelton High School in Connecticut precluded James Tate from attending his Prom, because he taped a few cardboard letters to the side of the building, asking Sonali Rodrigues to come to the prom with him.
If James used spray paint to deliver his message I would agree with the Headmaster's decision, but absolutely no damage was done to the Building. James Tate did not use spray paint, and went out of his way to avoid defacing the building.
In 2010 I wrote an article about Graffiti in Hawaii, praising the Graffiti Artists for practicing their craft without causing any permanent damage. Graffiti in the Island if Hawaii is not done with paint, but with colored rocks. My wife and I were exuberant because we finally found a culture of young people that took a stand for civility, and absolutely refused to deface their environment. These Kids "did their Graffiti art" using White and Black rocks. It is James Tate's deliberate decision to protect our environment, by not defacing the School building, that sounded Bells and Whistles in my head. Finally the Hawaiian mentality manifests itself through James Tate, and he is punished!
To compound the injustice one hundred dissenting students were also punished! I have seen this type of behavior before; it is the Head Master of the school that should be reprimanded, not the students. James Tate, Sonali Rodriguez, and the One Hundred students that protested this injustice should forever be proud of their actions; they have crossed over to adulthood.
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Never in all the years that I have been on this planet have I ever seen such ridiculous, egocentric behavior, on the part of a school administrator. Beth Smith the Head Master of Shelton High School in Connecticut precluded James Tate from attending his Prom, because he taped a few cardboard letters to the side of the building, asking Sonali Rodrigues to come to the prom with him.
If James used spray paint to deliver his message I would agree with the Headmaster's decision, but absolutely no damage was done to the Building. James Tate did not use spray paint, and went out of his way to avoid defacing the building.
In 2010 I wrote an article about Graffiti in Hawaii, praising the Graffiti Artists for practicing their craft without causing any permanent damage. Graffiti in the Island if Hawaii is not done with paint, but with colored rocks. My wife and I were exuberant because we finally found a culture of young people that took a stand for civility, and absolutely refused to deface their environment. These Kids "did their Graffiti art" using White and Black rocks. It is James Tate's deliberate decision to protect our environment, by not defacing the School building, that sounded Bells and Whistles in my head. Finally the Hawaiian mentality manifests itself through James Tate, and he is punished!
To compound the injustice one hundred dissenting students were also punished! I have seen this type of behavior before; it is the Head Master of the school that should be reprimanded, not the students. James Tate, Sonali Rodriguez, and the One Hundred students that protested this injustice should forever be proud of their actions; they have crossed over to adulthood.
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