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**********************************ECRWSSPOSTAL CUSTOMERPRSRT STDUS PostagePAIDSt. James NYPermit No. 10Our TownS T J A M E SAPRIL2021Volume 34Number 6Keeping you up to date onSALES, HAPPENINGS& PEOPLEIn Our Town - St. JamesPUBLISHED MONTHLYEarth DayAPRIL 22All Year Long.THINK
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–3–Our TownS T J A M E SSTAFFRuth Garthe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EditorRobin Clark . . . . . . Associate EditorT H I SI NI S S U EMERCHANT SPOTLIGHTTriple H Contracting . 4AROUND TOWNThe Mystery of Our History . 6-8Scout Troop 301 News . 10-12Leg. Rob Trotta RecognizesKerry Reilly DeJesus of St. James . 14OUR TOWNIN THE NEWSArbor Day Foundation Gives “Growth Award”to Smithtown . 16Hazardous Household Waste Collection Event . 18Smithtown Native Awards Scholarships toSmithtown High School East Students . 20Smithtown Animal Shelter Looking for Foster Homes . 22– ST. JAMES –HISTORICALLY SPEAKING . 24-34Debbi Spiegel . . . . . Feature WriterWilliam Garthe . . . . . . . AdvertisingSalesis a monthly publication producedexclusively for the people ofSt. James, Nissequogue andHead of the Harbor, L.I., N.Y.Call 631-862-9849 forAdvertising & Copy DeadlineOUR TOWN is mailed directly toevery residence & business in the11780 zip code area(6559 total copies mailed)St. James Post Office Permit #10St. James, NY 11780Published byGraphics du jour, Ltd.359 Lake Ave., St. James, NY 11780631-862-9849 / Fax: 631-862-9839email: ourtown@optonline.netwebsite: www.ourtownstjames.comTHE WINE DOWN: Winter Is Going. . 36ARTS & ENTERTAINMENTThe Atelier at Flowerfield Happenings. 38-40Smithtown Historical Society Happenings . 41Long Island Museum 2021 Calendar . 42Gallery North Presents 17th Annual Wet Paint Festival . 46Programs Offered at Your Library . 48-56CELEBRATING EARTH DAYHow Earth Day and Environmental ConciousnessHave Evolved . 58Meaningful Fun Ways to Celebrate Earth Day . 60SHORT STORY: Some Low Level Flying . 62-63FINANCIAL FOCUS:Resilience is Key to Meeting Financial Goals. 64-65DESIGN IDEAS: Spring & Home. 66IN THE SCHOOLS. 68-70CELEBRATIONS . 72Not responsible for typographical errors.We reserve the right at our sole discretion to edit orrefuse to print editorial or advertising materialdeemed detrimental to Our Town’s public imageor unsuitable for its readers.Copyright 2021Graphics du jour, Ltd.All Rights ReservedPOET’S CORNER . 72HEALTH NOTESHearing Loss and Easy Steps to Help You Address It. 74Ask Ron Villano . 76Sunshine in a Bottle . 78-79OBITUARIES . 82CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING . 84DIRECTORY OF ADVERTISERS . 86-87PLEASE NOTE:Advertising & Editorial Deadlinefor the MAY edition of OUR TOWN ST. JAMES isTHURSDAY, MAY 6, 2021 - 12 NOON.Distribution takes place on Wednesday, May 19, 2021.OUR TOWN APRIL 2021
–4–M E R C H A N TS P O T L I G H TTriple HContracting90 Arlington Ave., St. James631-265-4870TripleHContracting.comby Debbi SpiegelIs your home happy andhealthy? Triple H Contracting’sname stands for Happy HealthyHomes. It is not only their tagline but it is what they do. Thislocal, family-run company hasbeen owned by Jill Motta since1999. She is very proud to be aNew York State certified womanowned business – a business thatprides itself on treating everyhomeowner with respect. Jillsays, “Providing an outstandingcustomer experience is the cornerstone of our business. Havinghighly satisfied customers is mytop priority and I’m committedto maintaining it.”Triple H specializes in fixinguncomfortable homes. Wewould all like to live in a homethat’s healthy, comfortable, andinexpensive to heat and cool.Spring is a great time to scheduleyour free home evaluation with aTriple H Comfort Consultant.A whole-house assessmentstarts in the basement and goesup to the attic. It will pinpointwhere your home is wastingenergy and show you exactlywhich efficiency upgrades canmake the greatest difference. Various tests and inspections aredone to determine the efficiency,safety and function of yourhome’s insulation, HVAC ducts,lighting, water heater, furnace,and ventilation. Specializedequipment is used to findsources of energy loss throughout the home. A home energy assessment can help identify theweak areas in your home’senergy profile, enabling you tomake key upgrades that willhave the most impact on energysavings and comfort.Did you know that up to 50%of the air we breathe in ourliving spaces rises up from thebasement? A cold/hot and moistbasement or crawlspace means acold/hot and uncomfortable upstairs as well. Triple H’s ComfortSpecialists are trained and certified by both the Building Performance Institute (BPI) andDr. Energy Saver. They’re guidedby building science principlesand forensic building analysis toidentify your home’s inefficiencies, propose the most effectivesolutions, and complete theremedies you select.Upgrading the quality of yourattic, basement and crawlspaceinsulation is a simple, cost-effec-OUR TOWN APRIL 2021tive way to improve comfort.Having adequate insulation andair sealing will cut heating andcooling costs; we pay one of thehighest electric rates in the country. Old insulation can be replaced with new materialsincluding spray foam, blown-incellulose, and more.Jill also owns Klaus RoofingSystems by Triple H which provides roof replacement, gutter installation, and gutter guardsolutions for your home. Theirroofs are done with superior products and installation methodsthat no one else does, enabling a50 year warranty.Triple H has been a PSEG LIPreferred Home Performanceand Home Comfort Partner forover a decade and is very proudof their Gold Star Contractor accreditation with the Building Performance Institute. They are A rated with the BBB. They havehundreds of great reviews. Otheraccreditations include Long Island Green Homes and HomePerformance with Energy Star.Triple H’s installation team isCOVID compliant wearingmasks, booties and Tyvek suitsupon entering your home.Schedule a FREE whole-homeevaluation today and make yourhouse a happy and healthy homethis spring.
–5–NOW HIRINGDRIVERS, DRIVER ASSISTANTS & MECHANICSJoin our winning team andmake a difference in your community!Bus Terminal locations throughout Nassau & Suffolk CountiesVan Drivers – up to 23.00 per hourBus Drivers – up to 27.00 per hourFREE CDL PERMIT CLASS for Driver Trainee candidatesDriver Assistants –Minimum 14.00 starting hourly wage and great benefitsMechanics – Industry leading hourly wages and benefitsPAID TIME OFF & GUARANTEED WEEKS!ASK ABOUT OUR HIRING BONUSES!Call 516-349-8200to schedule a remote interviewor visit our website atwww.wetransport.comOUR TOWN APRIL 20212020U.S.A.
–6–A R O U N DT O W NThe Mystery of Our Historyby Patricia ClarkCelebrate St. James Past-Present-Future was formed in 2017with a big mission and biggerdreams. The first few monthlymeetings were held at 459 LakeAvenue, the design firm of ourpresident Natalie Weinstein. In2018, we moved to the upperfloor of 176 Second Street, thehome of Uniquely Natalie Quality Consignments and the formerhome of an historic vaudevilletheatre. It was The St. James Theatre, and in later years, The Calderone Movie Theatre. There, thebeginning of a humble St. Jamesmuseum was born.In 2019, the little museumgrew into an Historic St. JamesCalderone Movie Museum and agallery for art exhibits. There is aselection of St. James historicalmemorabilia on display as wellas a collection of movie mem-The original tin ceiling.orabilia on loan from Frankvast collection. In addition, artSocci, a movie collector who haswork from our vice president andbeen very generous to us withartist, Arline Goldstein, and ourboth his time and pieces from hiscontinued on page 8– MOTHER’S DAY SPECIAL –GIFT CERTIFICATE SALE 50 FREE25% OFFFor every 150 spent, getAllFacial KitsOffers expire May 31, 2021Book your appointment online at our websitewww.purityspa.com,on facebook,or call us at 631-862-18001212 North Country Rd., Suite 3D, Stony Brook, NY631.862.1800 www.purityspa.comTemporary hours: Wednesday - SaturdayOUR TOWN APRIL 2021
–7–S t . J a m es, N Y – N ew Co n st r u c t i o nExquisite new construction of 5-bedroom, 4.5 bathPost-Modern home on a private court. Talented high-endbuilder has a fresh approach which delivers a finishedproduct that goes beyond "cookie cutter" design. Perfectlysited on a flat half acre. MLS# 3270703. 1,299,000.S t . J a m es, N Y – C u sto m B u i l t Ra n c hGorgeous custom built French country brick home at theend of a cul-de-sac. Custom gourmet kitchen and updatedbaths. Stone fireplace, wood floors, new heat & central AC,finished basement. Rear yard is flat, fully fenced andscreened with evergreen trees. MLS# 3294332. 969,000.N i sse q u o g u e, N Y – U p d a te d Fa r m Ra n c hS m i t h tow n , N Y – Tra n q u i l Ac reEnjoy magnificent sunsets from this updated Farm Ranch.The L.I. Sound is your backdrop to this luxurious waterfronthome. This warm & welcoming 4-bedroom, 6-bath home islocated on a private cul-de-sac on 5.5 acres in the pastoralVillage of Nissequogue. MLS# 3298208. 1,799,000.Tranquil acre of property in North Smithtown. Beautifulsetting to build the home of your dreams. Department ofEnvironmental Conservation permit approved.MLS# 3293736. 425,000.S t . J a m e s , N Y – N e w C o n s t r u c t i o n C o m m e rc i a l B u i l d i n gS t . J a m es, N Y – Re t a i l Or O ffi ce S pa ceIdeal location, high visibility - new shopping center justcompleted. Almost fully leased. The last space available is1,200 square feet and has ten-foot ceilings, ample parking,triple net lease - tenant pays all utilities, taxes, andmaintenance. MLS# 3248376. 24- 28/per sq. ft.Highly visible, free standing, 500 plus sq. ft. building frontingon Lake Avenue. Close to LIRR and located in main shoppingdistrict. Second entrance at back. Space can be divided intotwo separate rentals. Ideal for retail or o ce. Largebasement for storage. MLS# 3291218. 499,000.M a r i a n n e Ko k e , C B RAssociate Real Estate BrokerGold Circle of ExcellenceSmithtown Office81 Route 111 Smithtown, NY631.584.6600, c.631.335.7 ale.comWhether you are takingroot or branching out./Each o ce is independently owned and operated. We are pledged to provide equal opportunity for housing to any prospectivecustomer or client, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin.OUR TOWN APRIL 2021
–8–A R O U N DT O W NThe Mystery of Our Historycontinued from page 6vice president and photographer,Jack Ader are always on display.Themed art gallery shows became regular events, starting inSeptember 2019 with a movingTribute to 911, followed by TheArt of St. James, and Art Celebrating Women in January andMarch 2020 respectively. Localartists were invited to displaytheir works for each show, andopening night receptions madethe events special. Then, we tooka time out to endure a pandemic.For those of you who came tothe art shows, shopped atUniquely Natalie, or enjoyed themany events hosted by CelebrateSt. James, you would always betold that “the original tin ceilingfrom the vaudeville theatre” isstill there. But did you everwonder if its walls could talk,what else would they say? WhenCelebrate St. James produced the“famous” show, “99 Minutesfrom Broadway” in October2018, writer and director NatalieWeinstein created a fictionalstory of the famous actors andpoliticians who once came to St.James, and perhaps many ofthem either performed or visitedthe St. James Theatre.So now, my neighbors andfriends, we are asking you tohelp solve some of the mysteryof our history. St. James is proudto be home to many familieswho have lived here for generations. Perhaps you, your parents,or grandparents, or great-grandparents have told stories of theiryouth in this town, and in particular, about the old theatre.When Natalie Weinstein and herhusband were renovating thebuilding in the late 1980’s, anelderly couple passed by andtold them of their younger days“making out” in the back of thetheatre! (They didn’t use thoseexact words!)If you have a story to tell,would you please be kindenough to share it with us. Wewill keep them on display at themuseum and perhaps nextmonth we can share some ofthem with you in OUR TOWN.Please send your stories to celebratestjames@gmail.com, or mailWeekly MaintenanceLandscape Design BuildMy object is to always considerthe sprit of the land & place.To ensure, through collaborationwith my clients, that Isuccessfully create a unique gardenreflective of their personality and taste,and to never allow formulato dictate creativity.A poster from a 1940 movie wasfound stuffed in the ceiling of Calderone’s St. James Theatre.to Celebrate St. James at 459Lake Avenue, St. James.Speaking of big dreams, Celebrate St. James is in collaborationwith the Town of Smithtown tobuild Celebrate Park on LakeAvenue, where the Irish VikingBar once stood. (I bet there aresome stories there as well.) Tohelp raise funds, we are sellingengraved bricks and offeringother sponsorship opportunities.Please support the park – putyour name or message on a brick– and in 100 years or so therewill be no mystery – everyonewill know that you were here!Thank you for your support.SUPPORT YOURLOCALMERCHANTS631-445-5322 FREE ESTIMATES SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNTSLicensed & Insured Ask about our Lifetime Guarantee on PlantsOUR TOWN APRIL 2021
–9–Celebrating 38 Years Educating Students in the Art of DanceWhere Dancers Grow and Lifelong Friendships are MadePre-School Combo Classes Jazz Tap Lyrical Contemporary Ballet Hip Hop TechniqueAnnouncing our safe and exciting Summer Camps and ClassesIntroducingSUMMER AT THE STUDIODance Camps:Frozen and Friends Princess Camp, Ages 3-7Mystical Mermaids Dance Camp, Ages 3-7Shining Star Dance Camp, Ages 5-7Popstar Dance Camp, Ages 4-8My Doll and Me Dance Camp, Ages 4-8Dance Company Experience Camp, Ages 9 and upKickline Camp, Ages 9 and upTik Tok Dance Camp, Ages 10 and upTriple Threat Camp, Ages 9 and upFitness Boot Camp, Ages 12 and upWeekly Classes:Pre-School, Combo, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Contemporary, Ballet, Hip Hop, Technique, Dance Company Auditions(Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Contemporary)See our website, choruslinedance.com,for more information regarding dates, rates and registrationMulti-Camp and Sibling Discounts AvailableNew Students: Try us out for free! ONE FREE 1-HOUR CLASS for all new students in any genre. Registerfor Fall and receive a special welcome gift!Returning Students: Mention this ad for a 10.00 Discount on one class and entry into our Summer at theStudio Raffle for great prizes!Strict Social Distancing Protocols In Place for All Studios Including New Air Filtration SystemsST. JAMES STUDIO380 Lake AvenueSMITHTOWN STUDIO385-5 Veterans Hwy.MILLER PLACE STUDIO691-26 Route 25A631-584-7575631-543-7575631-821-9575OUR TOWN APRIL 2021
– 10 –A R O U N DT O W NST. JAMESSCOUT TROOP 301TO HOLDMOTHER’S DAYFUNDRAISER.ST.JAMES SCOUT TROOP 301TO HOLD CAR WASH FUNDRAISER.Mother’s Day flowers will beoffered at low prices at theSt. James Lutheran Church Parking lot on May 8, 2021 from8:30 a.m. to 3 pm. Please comedown to support the Troop.Troop 301 will be washing cars and trucks on Saturday, April 25, 2021from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the St. James Lutheran Church. Please comedown to give your support to these Scouts. Donations of 10 or moreare appreciated for every wash.JOIN SCOUT TROOP 301St. James Scout Troop 301 would like to invite young individuals 11-17 years to join their Scout Troop.Troop meetings are held Thursday nights at 7 p.m. at the St. James Lutheran Church in St. James. Thank you St.James and the surrounding communities for all your support.Let us Cater Your Next AffairGRADUATIONSBIRTHDAYS, FAMILY REUNIONS, POOL PARTIES,BLOCK PARTIES, ENGAGEMENTS, CORPORATE EVENTS,WEDDINGS, PIG ROASTSBBQUPINSMOKEBBQINC.COM40398 Upinsmoke SJ(C) 0315.indd 1Jeff & Tommy, BBQ pit-masters since 2006,run the daily operations of Up In Smoke BBQInc. and look forward to providing your familyand friends an “Up In Smoke BBQ experience.TOMMY LAWLORJEFF MYERS631.834.2246 tlawlor103@gmail.com631.278.0728 jeffmy59@aol.comLocal Vendor: Mercep Brothers Prime MeatsOUR TOWN APRIL 20213/31/15 9:31 AM
– 11 –The Spring Selling Season is Here!SELLING BUYING INVESTINGWhether you are looking to purchase a new home, sell your currentone, or invest in a second one we can help!High demand and low inventory are producing record sales in our area!Thinking of selling? Call or text Bonnie and Chrsta Glenn to find outwhat your home is worth in today’s active real estate market!A tradition of trust!Bonnie Glenn, CRSChrista GlennLicensed Associate BrokerLicensed SalespersonMobile: 631.921.1494Direct: .comSmithtown Office 255 W. Main Street, Smithtown, NY 11787OUR TOWN APRIL 2021
– 12 –A R O U N DT O W NORPHANS GAIN TRAIN.FILL THAT TRUCKFOOD DRIVEA HUGE SUCCESS.Thank You to the OUR TOWNpaper, St. James community, andto all our surrounding neighborsthat helped Boy Scout Troop301’s very first “FILL THATTRUCK” such a huge success. Allyour blessed contributions filledtwo pick-up trucks filling theSmithtown Food Pantry’s roomand shelves. Thank you for allyour contributions.On May 15, 2021 between 8:30 am. and 2:30 p.m. Boy Scout Troop 301will hold their first Orphan Gain Train at St. James Lutheran Church (cornerof Woodlawn and 1st Avenues). Bicycles, sports equipment, clothing, medical equipment is wanted and needed. Please contribute and help them filla container that will go internationally to orphans in need. The OrphanGrain Train is a Christian volunteer network that ships donated clothing,medical and other needed items to people in 69 different countries.1888safewater.comIMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR DRINKING WATERDeferral Issued for PFOA, PFOS and 1,4-Dioxaneat Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA)If you got the letter from St. James Water Authorityand have questions about testing or filtering these contaminants,please call me to learn more.ROBERT MILANIQUALITY WATER GROUP631-316-3091OUR TOWN APRIL 2021
– 13 –PREPARE FOR AFINANCIALLY SECURE FUTUREInvestment Management Mutual FundsInsurance Retirement & Financial PlanningBRANCH FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.A REGISTERED INVESTMENT ADVISORIntegrity Insight Independence21 BENNETTS ROAD, SUITE 201 / SETAUKET, NEW YORK 11733631-979-6000 / FAX 631-979-6023www.branchfinancialsrvcs.comYOU CAN’T HUG AN 800 NUMBER HARLAN J. FISCHER, PRESIDENTREGISTERED REPRESENTATIVE OFFERING SECURITIES AND ADVISORY SERVICES THROUGH CETERA ADVISOR NETWORKS LLC, MEMBER FINRA/SIPC,A BROKER/DEALER AND A REGISTERED INVESTMENT ADVISOR.SOME ADVISORY SERVICES ALSO OFFERED THROUGH BRANCH FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC., A REGISTERED INVESTMENT ADVISOR.CETERA IS UNDER SEPARATE OWNERSHIP FROM ANY OTHER NAMED ENTITY.SERVING THE COMMUNITY
solutions for your home. Their roofs are done with superior pro-ducts and installation methods that no one else does, enabling a 50 year warranty. Triple H has been a PSEG LI Preferred Home Performance and Home Comfort Partner for over a decade and is very proud of their Gold Star Contractor ac-creditation with the Building Per-formance Institute.
