Volume 3 • Number 6 • June 2012 • COMPLIMENTARY
Florida Celebrates Seward’s Birthday
by Joyce Willetts
William Henry Seward, arguably Florida’s most famous son, was born on May 16, 1801 in a house that now exists as a dilapidated barm at
st
the rear of 35 North Main Street in Florida, NY. On May 19, 2012 the Florida Historical Society hosted their 21 Annual William Henry
Seward Birthday Celebration, complete with cake, though without 211 candles.
The celebration began in traditional vein with a wreath laying at the William Henry Seward Monument, located on North Main, just down
the road from his birthplace and in front of the school founded by, and named after his father, Samuel Swayze Seward. The Celebration
continued inside the SS Seward Institute cafetorium, where things took a decidedly less traditional turn.
Under the directorship of FHS member Joan Kissinger,
Florida UFSD students presented “The Stabbing of
Lincoln’s Secretary of State on the Night Lincoln was
Shot.” Though undoubtedly lacking the Hollywood
glamor of Steven Spielberg’s “Lincoln,” which is due
to be released later this year, the skit nevertheless
provided a thrilling depiction of the assassination
attempt on Seward by Lewis Powell (aka Lewis Payne).
Powell was a co-conspirator with John Wilkes Booth in
the plot to kill President Lincoln, Vice President
Andrew Johnson and Secretary of State Seward all on
the same night. (A third conspirator, George Atzerodt,
never carried out the attempt on Johnson, possibly
because he was drunk, we learned).
Students depict the assassination attempt on Seward, who at the time was recovering
from severe injuries incurred in a carriage accident. In her book “Team of Rivals: The
Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln,” author Doris Kearns Goodwin describes the
attempt as a bloody affair in which Seward, as well as his sons Frederick and Augustus,
a young soldier named George Robinson, and a messenger named Emerick Hansell all
received horrific wounds at the hands of the would-be assassin.
Photo: Karyn Meier
Social studies teacher Mark Stewart led the audience
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through a video presentation by 7 grade students,
which highlighted aspects of Seward’s life (who knew
that he preferred to be called “Henry”?) and his many
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achievements. The video was complemented by 4
grade student poster presentations about Seward
(“Awesome Man,” declared one poster).
Gary Randall, President of the Florida Historical
Society, with 4th grade students from Golden Hill
Elementary School at the William Henry Seward
Continued on page 18 Monument.
Photo: Joyce Willetts
We Love Veterans
by Cub Scout Pack 44, Den 1
We love veterans because they
saved our country. The fought for
us so our town wouldn’t be gone.
To show them we appreciate them,
we put flags on their graves.
On Veterans Day we are going to
sing to them. On Memorial Day we
are going to march in the parade.
I wish they were still alive; if they
were we would hug them and kiss
them.
Florida Little League celebrated its 50th opening in April. Story on page 5.
Photo: Andrea Cushing
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR • JUNE 2012
Friday 1
Saturday 2
Sunday 3
Monday 4
Tuesday 5
Wednesday 6
Thursday 7
Friday 8
Saturday 9
• Seward Seniors Trip to
Woodlock Pines; bus leaves
9:30 AM.
• St. Stanislaus Rosary Society;
11:30 AM; PI.
• St. Joseph Rosary Society; 2
PM, Parish Hall.
•• Seward Seniors Cake &
Coffee; Noon. White Elephant;
12:45 PM. Reg Business Mtg;
1 PM, FSC.
• Florida Rec Dodgeball for
Middle School Students; 7-9
PM; SSSI.
• Golden Floridians Board of
Directors Meeting; 11 AM.
Business Meeting & Food Drive
for Veterans; 1 PM, FSC.
• Florida Focus Meeting; Noon,
Logan’s Well.
• Florida Chamber of Commerce
Board of Directors Meeting;
5:15 PM. General Membership
Meeting; 6 PM, FSC.
• Florida Family Fun Fest
Committee Meeting; 7 PM,
Village Hall.
• Florida Rec Dodgeball for High
School Students; 7-9:30 PM;
SSSI.
• Board of Education Work
Session; 7:30 PM, SSSI
Memorial Bldg.
• Seward Seniors bus leaves for
Mohegan Sun; 10 AM
• SSSI Alumni Banquet.
• Florida Fire Dept Meeting; 8
PM, Florida Fire House.
• Pulaski Fire Dept Meeting; 8
PM, PI.
Sunday 10
Monday 11
Tuesday 12
Wednesday 13
Thursday 14
Friday 15
Saturday 16
• Florida Farmers Market;
11:30 AM-5:30 PM, Rte 94 &
17A-Florida.
• Village Planning Board
Materials due by Noon, Village
Hall.
• Seward Seniors Luncheon;
Noon. Activity Day; 1 PM, FSC.
• PTSA Meeting; 7 PM, SSSI.
• Florida Rec Dodgeball for
Middle School Students; 7-9
PM; SSSI.
• St. Joseph Holy Name Society
Meeting; 8 PM, Parish Hall
• Grade 8 Moving Up, 11 AM,
SSSI.
• Florida Focus Meeting; Noon,
Logan’s Well.
• Golden Floridians Game Day; 1
PM, FSC.
• Village Board Meeting; 7:30
PM, Village Hall.
FLAG DAY
• Florida Rec Dodgeball for High
School Students; 7-9:30 PM;
SSSI
• Florida Family “Run” Fest 5K
and 10K training; 6:30 PM
Runner’s Rock
.
• Black Dirt Farmers Market;
10 AM -2 PM, Co Rte 1&
Glenwood Rd, PI
Sunday 17
Monday 18
Tuesday 19
Wednesday 20
Thursday 21
Friday 22
Saturday 23
FATHER’S DAY
• American Legion Post 1250
Meeting; 7 PM, Legion Hall
Cohen Circle.
• GH Moving Up Day; 9:15 AM.
5TH Grade Graduation; 9:30
AM, GH. (Last Day of School
K-5)
• Florida Farmer’s Market; 11:30
AM-5:30 PM, Rte 17A & 94
• Seward Seniors Cake &
Coffee; Noon. Speaker; 12:15
PM. Reg Business Mtg; 1 PM,
FSC.
• Florida Rec Dodgeball for
Middle School Students; 7-9
PM; SSSI.
• Village Planning Board Work
Session; 7:30 PM, Village Hall.
1ST DAY OF SUMMER
• Golden Floridians Business
Meeting; 1 PM, FSC.
• Board of Education Meeting;
7:30 PM, SSSI Memorial Bldg.
• Florida Focus Meeting; Noon,
Logan’s Well.
• Florida Lions Club Meeting;
6 PM, Logan’s Well.
• Florida Family “Run” Fest 5K
and 10K training; 6:30 PM
Runner’s Rock
• Baccalaureate; 7 PM.
• Florida Rec Dodgeball for High
School Students; 7-9:30 PM;
SSSI
• Graduation Rehearsal; 11 AM,
SSSI. (Last Day of School
Grades 6-12))
• Black Dirt Farmers Market;
10 AM -2 PM, Co Rte 1&
Glenwood Rd, PI
• Graduation; 1 PM, SSSI.
Monday 25
Tuesday 26
Wednesday 27
Thursday 24
Friday 29
Saturday 30
Deadline to Reserve Ad Space
for July issue of The Florida
Focus
contact
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• Florida Focus Deadline to
Reserve Ad Space.
• Primary Day; No Activity for
Seward Seniors.
• Florida Farmer’s Market; 11:30
AM-5:30 PM, Rte 17A & 94
• Florida Focus Meeting; Noon,
Logan’s Well.
• Golden Floridians Game Day &
Delaware Water Gap Trolley
Tour and Lunch; 1 PM.
• Village Board Work Session; 7
PM, Village Hall.
• Village Planning Board Regular
Meeting; 7:30 PM, Village Hall.
• Florida Family “Run” Fest 5K
and 10K training; 6:30 PM
Runner’s Rock
• Seward House Restoration
Meeting; 7 PM, FSCI
• Free Blood Pressure
Screening; Florida Fire House
Sunday 24
Abbreviations:
FFD - Florida Fire Department
FHS - Florida Historical Society
FPL - Florida Public Library
FSC - Florida Senior Center
GH - Golden Hill
HNS - Holy Name Society
ADS, ARTICLES, etc FOR THE
JUNE ISSUE OF
THE FLORIDA FOCUS DUE
contact
[email protected]
or submit online at
www.thefloridafocus.org
• Black Dirt Farmers Market;
10 AM -2 PM, Co Rte 1&
Glenwood Rd, PI
KoC: Knights of Columbus
PI: Pine Island
PLAV: Polish League of America Veterans Hall, Pine
l
Island
PTSA - Parent Teacher Student Association
SSSI - SS Seward Institute
NOTE: Runner’s Rock is located right next to the water
treatment facility located across from Glenmere Park
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The Florida Focus • June 2012 • PAGE 3
FOCUS ON AND OFF MAIN
Congratulations to everyone at El Azteca! The restaurant, which is located at 117 South Main Street
Photo: Adrian Mateosian
Florida, NY, recently celebrated its 5th anniversary.
Local Baker Featured at NYC Market
Probationary Firefighters Shawn Howell, on nozzle, and Tim Fuller, on backup, learn how to
advance an attack line
On Sunday, April 29, 2012 Janet Picarelli of
Janet’s Quality Baked Goods, Florida, NY
was one of the 15 invited bakers to be
featured at the New Amsterdam Market
Opening Day Bread Pavilion, in New York
City.
FFD’s Newest Recruits Learn the Ropes
The purpose of the “Bread Pavilion” was to
showcase local grains from New York state.
The bread featured at Janet’s Quality Baked
Country Pan d’oro by Janet’s Baked Goods
Goods was Country Pan d’oro, a country
golden loaf bread. The bread was made with Farmer Ground Flour, which is located in
Trumansburg,, NY. The formula was developed specifically to showcase the flours of the
region and consisted of 100% organic flours made with a natural levain. It consisted of half
white, whole wheat, rye and buckwheat flours.
The Florida Fire Department recently conducted a training session for its newest
firefighters. Chief Joeseph Bankston oversaw the training on engine and tanker
operations, which was being conducted by Chief Engineer Gary Dimke, Engineer Mike
Bakker, ex-Chief Joseph Kata, Auxiliary Officer Mike Dymon and Firefighter Daniel Dagele.
Congratulations to the newest members of the FFD: Shawn Howell, Timothy Fuller and
Joseph Patti.
Text and photos: Robert Cook
Janet is a small-batch artisan baker who has been in business for 8 years. All of her products
are made from scratch and do not contain any added chemicals. The majority of her eggs and
honey are purchased from Hillery Farms, which is located in Pine Island, NY. She also
sources local vegetables and fruits from area farms and likes to bake seasonal.
Chief Engineer
Gary Dimke,
Engineer Mike
Bakker,
Probationary
Firefighter Shawn
Howell and Chief
Joseph Bankston.
While Janet does not currently have a full-time retail location, she sells her baked goods at
Farmers Markets in Florida (Tuesdays), Goshen (Fridays) and Ringwood, NJ (Saturdays).
Janet can be reached at (845) 651-8310 or via e mail [email protected]. All items are
made in house and from-scratch orders need to be placed with at least 48 hours’ notice.
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Courage, Determination, Pride...
That's what little girls are made of
Those qualities were charmingly on display at the 2012 Little Miss
Florida Pageant held on April 28th. Ten entrants took part in this
year’s event, sponsored by the Florida Family Fun Fest Committee.
After a brief welcome by Jim Goodrich, Chair of the Fun Fest
Committee, the event was turned over to the day’s MC, Gail
Weslowski. With enthusiastic family and friends in attendance, the
2012 contestants were announced: Christina Hilliard; Brianna
McLeod; Morghan Mahoney; Alana McLeod; McKenzie Raye
Richner; Megan Greenhill; Kathleen Califf; Arianna McLeod;
Amanda Rodriguez; and Marissa Gordon. Each young lady was
interviewed in turn by the panel of judges: Patricia Goodrich; John
Karas; and Shirley White.
Locks of Love Donation
in Memory of Aunt
After growing her hair for 2 years,
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Theresa Bailey, a 6 grader at SS
Seward Institute Middle School, donated
11 inches of her hair to Locks of Love in
memory of her Aunt Laura, who passed
away of cancer 2 years ago.
When asked about their plans for ‘later in life’, these poised and
confident young first- and second-grade students brought forth a
range of interests. Many of their choices showed a desire to be
helpful to others (teacher, vet, baby doctor, handy-man); providing
pleasure through performancerelated pursuits were other
intentions. Questioned on their
favorite part of Fun Fest, answers
ranged from the ferris wheel
(very popular!) to the Fun Fest 5K.
Theresa remembers how happy her aunt
was to be able to wear a wig while
undergoing chemotherapy, thanks to
those who have donated their hair to
Locks of Love in the past. Theresa's
older sister, Rachael, a professional
make-up artist and cosmetologist, was
the technician.
For more information about donating to
Locks of Love, go to: www.locksoflove.com.
McKenzie Raye Richner with her
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During a break for the judges to
deliberate, the contestants and
audience enjoyed refreshments.
Drawings, depicting each girl’s
favorite part of Fun Fest, were
posted for the audience to view
as they entered the SS Seward
Cafetorium. The Art Prize,
awarded to the artist whose
drawing received the most votes
from the audience, was presented
to McKenzie Raye Richner.
Princess Megan Greenhill, Lil' Miss Florida Kathleen Calif, and Princess
Marissa Gordon
Goodie bags and hula hoops were given to each contestant for
having taken part in the event. The pageant committee wishes to
express their appreciation to the following contributors for
supporting this event: Shop Rite, Warwick; New Beginnings
Treatment Spa; Price Chopper, Warwick; Bellazza Hair Salon;
HairCraft II; Franico’s; Provident Bank; Dairy Delight; Dragon Nails;
Village Realty; Zoe Babcock; Tom Fuller; and EP Jansen Nursery LLC.
Undeniably hard to make a choice when dazzled by the sweetness,
grace and self-possession shown by each contestant… the final
results for this year’s court were announced as: Megan Greenhill
(second runner-up) and Marissa Gordon (first runner-up). Little Miss
Florida 2011, Isabella Florentino, crowned her successor, Kathleen
Califf, Little Miss Florida 2012.
Congratulations to each contestant who brought her courage,
determination and pride to the Cafetorium stage—you represent the
best in every girl! Be with us on Sunday, August 12 as we welcome
these lovely young ladies to the Main Stage at the Florida Family
Fun Fest.
Photos: Alice Mateosian
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Second Annual Seward
Alumni Baseball Game July 1
50 Opening Day for Florida Little League
In one of the more visible signs of spring, the Florida Little League kicked off its 2012
season with opening day ceremonies on Saturday April 21 at the Little League complex on
Round Hill Road. The sun-drenched ceremonies started off with Florida American Legion
Post 1250 raising the American flag at the newly donated centerfield flag pole and the
singing of the National Anthem by Alyssa Yee. League President Glenn deJong welcomed
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everyone to the start of the Florida Little League's 50 season.
The Second Annual Seward Alumni Baseball
Game will be played Sunday, July 1 at 6 PM at
the Rock Sports Park in Chester.
Both past and present were recognized during the ceremonies. The 2011 Florida Junior
Girls All-Star softball team was honored for winning the 2011 District 19 Junior Girls
softball tournament. In addition, Girl Scout Troop 308 was recognized for building the
brand new picnic tables under the pavilion at the complex to earn their Silver Award.
The past was also recognized as deJong presented Village of Florida Historian William
Pillmeier Jr., himself a past Florida Little League President and the son of the first Little
League President, with a framed set of the original plans for the complex.
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William Pillmeier Jr. threw out the first ceremonial pitch as Florida
Mayor Jim Pawliczek looked on.
Photo: Andrea Cushing
As the league started its 50
season, deJong mentioned
that an appropriate person to
throw out the ceremonial
first pitch would be the son
of the very first league
President. Mr. Pillmeier, who
was a coach in the inaugural
season 50 years ago, then
threw out the ceremonial
first baseball pitch. Florida
mayor Jim Pawliczek threw
out the ceremonial first
softball pitch.
Both gentlemen briefly spoke about some of the history of the league and its volunteers.
deJong thanked the current members of the Little League Board of Directors, sponsors,
parents, and players and mentioned that volunteers are always needed and welcome.
Community volunteers, past and present, have helped build what started 50 years ago
with 4 teams and 52 players, into the current 18 teams and over 200 players. Here's to
the next 50!
Submitted by Rob Pillmeier
The cost to play in this annual Wood Bat Event
is $20. Any Baseball Alumni interested in
playing in the game should contact Seward
Coach, Bill Steele at (607) 765-0562 or email
[email protected] as soon as possible to
guarantee your spot. If you plan on playing,
the park has a few rules: no metal cleats, no
sunflower seeds, no gum and you must wear
baseball pants. If you played in last year’s
game, please wear the baseball top you were
given. If you are new to the Alumni game, you
need to order a uniform top for this year as
soon as possible. Hope to see you out at the
Rock on July 1 to play or support Seward
Baseball.
Pine
Island
Farmers
Market Starts June 16
The Pine Island Chamber of Commerce is
proud to bring the Black Dirt Farmers Market
back to the community for a second year! The
Market will be held on Saturdays from 10 AM
to 2 PM at the intersection of County Route 1
and Glenwood Road, Pine Island, in the “Jolly
Onion” parking lot. The Market opens June
16 and will run through September 29.
The Chamber is still accepting additional
vendors. For an application or further details
contact the Chamber at 845-258-1469 or
[email protected]. The Black Dirt
Farmers Market is sponsored and operated by
the Pine Island Chamber of Commerce, a nonprofit community organization run by volunteers.
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Warwick Valley Knights of Columbus
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renovated the flagpole in front of the St.
Ignatius Antioch Church recently and
donated a new American Flag.
"We wanted to do something patriotic for
the community in preparation for the
upcoming day of remembrance, Memorial
Day" said Grand Knight Al Sanza.
"Remember, Memorial Day is a day of
solemn remembrance for those Americans
who gave the supreme sacrifice. It is not
just about a long weekend, hot dogs, and
BBQs," said Al Sanza, who was also
Commander of the Florida American
Legion Post 1250 from 1997 to 2003.
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32nd Annual Lobsterbake
The Brothers of Warwick Lodge No. 544
Free and Accepted Masons will be holding
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their 32 Annual Lobster Bake on Sunday,
June 10 from 1 to 5 PM in Warwick Veterans
Memorial Park. Tickets are on sale now. All
tickets are pre-sold. You must have a ticket.
The annual luncheon includes a 1½ pound
Maine lobster, crabs, steamed clams, corn on
the cob and salad. Beer and soda are also
included with the meal. There are a limited
number of tickets on sale for $45 a person.
Tickets may be obtained either by calling the
Lodge at (845) 986-1396 or by mailing a
check to Warwick Lodge 544, PO Box 461,
Warwick, NY 10990. Our email address is
[email protected].
The proceeds are used for a variety of
charitable purposes in the greater Warwick
community, and in the past have benefited
Boy Scout and Girl Scout Troops in
Warwick, Florida, and Greenwood Lake; the
Greenwood Lake Community Food Bank;
the Warwick Volunteer Fire Department; The
Warwick Historical Society; The Brian Ahern
Foundation; The Winslow Therapeutic
Riding Academy; The Renovation of the
Railroad Avenue Park; and the purchase of
the Old Burial Ground, as well as sponsoring
summer camp for local youth. The Free and
Accepted Masons is the world’s oldest
Fraternity, dedicated to the notion of making
good men better through charitable and
benevolent work.
For further information, contact Master Luke H.
Gordon (845) 987-1578 or Junior Warden
Randy Faurot (845) 651-1724.
Warwick Valley Humane Society June Events
Robert A Werner DMD
14 N Main Street, Florida, NY 10921
845-651-4647
[email protected]
June is Adopt A Shelter Cat Month!
Concert to Benefit WVHS June 17
Photo Contest Deadline June 4
Rabies Clinic June 10
The Philharmonic Brass in Concert to
benefit the Warwick Valley Humane Society
at Warwick Grove. $25.00 per person.
Starts at 2 PM, Sunday, June 17. Reception
to follow. Presented by Friends of the
Warwick Valley Humane Society. This
concert celebrates the inaugural event of
Friends of WVHS, who will donate 100% of
the proceeds of the concert directly to
WVHS! Email [email protected] for
more information on how to become a friend.
Rabies clinic will take place on Sunday June
10 at the WVHS. Cost is $15 (cash only) per
pet. Cats and dogs: 10 AM to 12 PM.
The Warwick Valley Human Society is located at
48 Public Works Road (off Kings Highway),
Warwick. Call 845-986-2473.
Entries for the Dog Photo Contest and Cat
Photo Contest must be received by June 4
(see May issue of The Florida Focus for
details).
Who Let the Dogs Out June 9
Fundraiser will take place starting at 11 AM
at Applewood Winery, 84 Four Corners Rd.
There will be contests, prizes, and costumes
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HVPS NEWS
Dance Under the Stars on July 7
The Hudson Valley Polonaise Society presents “Dancing Under
the Stars” on Saturday, July 7 at the Polish Legion of American
Veterans Pavilion in Pine Island, NY. Music will be provided by
Stanky & His Cadets from Pennsylvania. The dance will be held
from 2 to 6 PM. Admission $12, (children under 16
accompanied by an adult are free). Grilled hamburgers, hotdogs
and delicious homemade salads will be offered. Tickets will be
available the day of the event, or call Stella at 845-291-8706.
Yard Sale June 16
Mark your calendars for the Hudson Valley Polonaise Society’s
Yard Sale! The sale will be held at the CYO in Pine Island, NY
on Saturday, June 16, from 8 AM to 4 PM. No Early Birds,
please! There will be a table of baked goods with various tasty
items for sale. The profit from the sale will go to continue the
organization’s efforts to support their various programs and
projects which they hold each year. For details call Catherine at
845-986-2572 or Stella at 845-291-8706.
Submitted by Hilda Ellis, HVPS, 845-294-9254
Cops & Rodders
of NY Cruises
Cops and Rodders of NY
Car Cruises take place
every Monday at 6 PM at
the Dunkin Donuts in
Circleville, NY (just off
Exit 119, Route 17) and
every Thursday at 6 PM
at Museum Village in
Monroe, NY. We are also
looking for vendors for
our October 2013 Motor
Mania Car Show & Flea
Market (automotive items
only).
Cops and Rodders of NY,
PO Box 8, Chester, NY
10918. Call 845-216-0879
or 845-742-8381 or e-mail
[email protected].
The Florida Focus • June 2012 • PAGE 7
Florida Farmers Market
Starts June 12
The Florida Market holds a special place in
our community. It furnishes a service by
offering the customers a source of quality,
locally grown produce and homemade food
products. It promotes healthy eating, good
nutrition and serves to provide a center for
agricultural information. The Market season
starts on June 12.
On opening day, between noon and 3 PM,
the Florida Farmer’s Market will feature
music by “Tonic,” a trio of world-class
musicians. During this time, a local
establishment will provide food and
beverages for purchase. As you enjoy the
entertainment, you can walk around and
visit the vendors supplying the freshest
products available, learn about nutritious
ways to prepare seasonal crops by Cornell
Cooperative Extension-Orange County and a
food demo will be scheduled by a local chef.
Come and join us for a gala opening day!
In an effort to enhance the market for the
vendors and customers alike, the Florida
Farmers Market has coordinated 3 on-site
events during the season with the Florida
Public Library, as well as additional events:
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• July 17: Teen Chef Challenge for kids 4
grade and up. This program will be
assisted by Local Chef, Peter Sullivan:
BOCES teacher, professional chef and
past restaurateur. (Registration Required
at Library)
• July 24: Children’s Day. Local Author,
Alan Lewis, will read his book, I Grew Up
on a Farm, in addition to other special
guests. During this time, there will be
crafts and activities for young children.
Seward Seniors Trips
The Seward Senior Citizens of Florida, NY
invite you to join them for the following trips.
June 3: An incredible Sunday Seafood
Smorgasboard followed by musical show
“Nightclubs Around the World” and bingo at
Woodloch Pines Resort in Hawley, Pa. $49.
July 12: An afternoon at the Shawnee on
Delaware Resort to include a fabulous full
service dinner and attendance at the
Shawnee Playhouse for a matinee
performance of “Cats.” $43
August 16: Spend an entire day with us at
• September 11: Adult program between
12:30 and 3 PM. Charlotte’s Tea Room of
Warwick NY, will be onsite to talk about
teas and food accompaniments to
different teas. Additionally, Claudia
Bandelier, of Knitswiss, will have
handmade knitted items for sale, demos,
and talk about some of the classes she
has for the experienced, and not-so
experienced, knitters.
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From Our Mayor
The New York State Department of
Conservation (NYSDEC) requires the
Village, under the threat of fines, to have a
service company, Rural Waters, test all
sewer lines for infiltration and seepage.
There will be no charge to the Village. The
procedure will begin June 5 and require
pumping harmless smoke into the main
trunk line and looking to see where it
escapes or comes to the surface. The
process will start on Maple Avenue and
proceed to other streets. Eventually the
entire village will be tested.
The still unresolved issues in Florida
center around Glenmere Lake. The
NYSDEC is requiring the village to survey
part of the lake and identify the weeds
where we are looking to aerate to determine
if aeration will negatively impact “the frog.”
Also in question is the ownership of the
dam and spillway at Glenmere Lake. If the
parties of interest, namely the Village of
Florida, the Towns of Chester and Warwick
and the County of Orange cannot reach a
decision, the NYSDEC will make the
determination, which is not necessarily a
good move.
Summer youth recreation will begin in
Florida the first week of July and continue
for 6 weeks. It will be held at Golden Hill
Elementary School. It is available to
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schools during the month of June.
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The Saint Stanislaus 100 Anniversary Committee is hosting a display on the history of the
church at the Albert Wisner Public Library on McFarland Drive in Warwick through the
month of June. Please come see it!
With summer here children will be rollerblading and riding bikes on sidewalks and
crossings. Please drive carefully. The life
you save can be a family member or
neighbor.
Jim Pawliczek Sr.
Mayor, Village of Florida
PO Box 505, Florida, NY 10921
This article is my way of communicating with you,
the residents of the Village of Florida, on a regular
basis. Any opinions expressed are strictly my own
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Below is a excerpt from the exhibit, giving a short history of the church and its role in the
Pine Island community:
The Polish immigrants came to the black dirt fields of Orange County over a hundred years
ago, bringing with them love for their faith and a promise of a new beginning. Devoutly
Catholic, these Polish immigrants traveled with their horse and wagon or walked many miles
under many adverse weather conditions to attend Mass at St. Joseph’s Church in Florida, NY.
In 1911, under the guidance of the Very Rev. Msgr. Stanislaus Nowak, the Polish settlers
initiated an appeal to the archdiocese of New York to build a church in Pine Island. The
petition was granted, and on May 31, 1912, St. Stanislaus was incorporated under the laws
of NYS as a mission church of St. Joseph’s. The cornerstone was blessed on October 12, 1912
and the completed church was blessed on May 18, 1913.
As seen in this exhibit, St. Stan’s has always been more than just a church. It has been a
center of spiritual and social interaction, from organizing competitive sports teams to
supporting organizations like the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. It has participated in
community events from church suppers to Onion Harvest Festivals, attracting to Pine Island
such notable people as First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and John Cardinal O’Connor. But most
importantly, for 100 years, it has provided the farming families and other residents of Pine
Island a sense of place, a community, an identity.
Submitted by Teresa Yanosh
The Florida Focus • June 2012 • PAGE 9
Golden Hill
Elementary
Florida Union Free School District
S. S. Seward
Institute
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Forensic Investigator Visits
Seward
On May 10, 2012, State Police Forensic Investigator Brian
Laskowski visited with classes at SS Seward. Mr. Petrisko’s
Forensic Science class along with Mrs. Scheibling’s Business
class enjoyed the dynamic presentation from an expert
professional in the field.
SUPERINTENDENT’S MESSAGE
Why We Remember…
June has arrived quickly and another school year will
soon be in the history books. Special thanks to the Class
of 2012 as they move on to new adventures. These
students bring energy, joy and a few challenges to the
halls of our schools and the hearts of our staff. We join
them at this pivotal point by looking forward with
anticipation and looking back with appreciation. We
remember…
Earlier in the year we remembered the legacy of Tom
Dougherty, former SS Seward Principal. On May 19 we
celebrated the Birthday of William Henry Seward.
Memorial Day called us to remember those who gave their
lives both literally and figuratively to protect the freedoms
we enjoy as Americans. Graduation allows our seniors to
remember their adventures at Golden Hill and SS Seward
Institute with fondness and humor. “Remembering” is a
recurring theme that begs the question, “why do we
remember?”
Mr. Petrisko (left) with State Police Forensic Investigator Brian
Laskowski
The presentation included a power point of high-profile criminal
cases in the Hudson Valley Region and many hands-on tools
used for investigations. Students were able to see footprint
castings and latent fingerprint samples. Investigator Laskowski
explained the procedures used for developing blue-print
sketches of crime scenes as they are photographed. Many
displays were on hand for students to gain insight into the
components used in solving crimes and gathering evidence.
The visit was an opportunity for students to gain knowledge
about crime scene investigations and the process used to
analyze evidence. Having Investigator Laskowski take our
students through a widely publicized case added the finishing
touches to understanding the stress and demands of
professionals in this field of police work.
We look forward to hosting another visit next year, to satisfy
student interest in this fascinating field of work.
History matters because we have all shared a piece of this
place called Florida, NY. We’ve walked the path of
William Henry Seward separated only by 200+ years. His
wisdom and significant contribution are a source of
community pride. Remembering those who came before
allows for the growth of a community that is not bound by
time.
Today’s rapidly changing world contributes to a sense of
instability, an anxiety based on not understanding where
we fit in or what’s coming around the bend. In these times
we can draw on our membership in the Florida
Community for lessons learned, beliefs defined, and
support when needed.
This all leads to my excitement to attend the SS Seward
Institute Alumni Dinner on June 9. The Alumni
Association provides a wealth of individuals who have
gone out into the world as our seniors will soon do. They
are and will be health care professionals, engineers,
farmers, teachers, mechanics, psychologists, chefs,
accountants, business owners, hair dressers, computer
scientists, managers, HVAC technicians, writers, pilots…
the list goes on. These folks come together each June to
remember and celebrate the history of this unique
community. The Seward Alumni Association is a source of
collective and individual resources that can contribute as
the school district addresses the demands of a changing
society. We appreciate past and future efforts that will
continually reinforce the beliefs, skills and habits that
have represented us so well. These values and habits e.g.
giving back, being open to new ideas and a good day’s
work for a good day’s pay are just a few examples of
important capacities captured in the District’s newly
adopted Student Outcomes.
This written celebration of the shared legacy of SS
Seward Institute and the greater Florida community
comes with a favor. We appreciate and need you all. We
will turn to you in these unsettling times to help support
the high expectations we have defined for our current
students through your involvement in an Alumni
Network. You will all hear more about that at the Alumni
Dinner. Our collaboration will help assure that future
Alumna are prepared to continue the wonderful legacy
that those before us have created.
With thanks for a wonderful year #1 in Florida,
Diane MH Munro
Superintendent of Schools
Another Great Year for TREP$
There was something for everyone at the annual
TREP$ marketplace this year. After a ceremonial
ribbon cutting by Florida Mayor Jim Pawliczek,
FUFSD Superintendent Diane Munro, Florida
Chamber of Commerce representative Joe Coleman,
student enTREPreneurs plied their wares—from
baked goods and freshly-laid free-range eggs to tiedye T-shirts and painted rocks—to a crowd of eager
shoppers.
Pictured: Village of Florida Mayor Jim Pawliczek and
School Superintendent Diane Munro prepare to open the
TREP$ Marketplace. See all the entrepreneurs on page
12.
Text and photo: Joyce Willetts
PAGE 10 • The Florida Focus • June 2012
A Healthier American Begins Today
Have You Seen
Spot?
Join the Movement! Chalk It Out!
National Public Health Week was celebrated
during the week of April 2-8, 2012. Meg
Oakes, public health educator from the
Orange County Department of Health,
asked the Jr. Wellness Committee at Golden
Hill to help with the “Chalk It Out!”
initiative organized by the American Public
Health Association. This campaign seeks to
improve health in our communities by
raising awareness about public health issues.
The Orange County Department of Health
mobilized community partners to chalk
public health messages and themes
throughout the county. The messages
needed to be where Orange County
residents would walk and see it. The
messages themes the Golden Hill student
chose included healthy eating/nutritional
lessons, hand washing, and active
living/exercise. The students went outside
during recess and went to work on the
front entrance sidewalks! Some of their
ideas were developed from programs
introduced at Golden Hill to promote
wellness. Our EAT LIKE A RAINBOW
concert theme was visible and cafeteria
director Cindy Wood provided a basket of
fruits and vegetables for display outside.
The staff and students at Golden Hill
embrace the need to promote wellness and
making healthy choices. We are proud of
our Jr. Wellness Committee and their active role in this mission. The best part is the fun
they have doing these activities. Yes, making healthy choices can be fun. It SHOULD be
fun because we feel better and can enjoy each day to its fullest!
Submitted by Marlene Lysack, RN
Golden Hill Elementary
School’s mascot has had a
very busy school year.
The
PBIS
(Positive
Behavioral
Intervention
Support) Team brought Spot
to life about 2 years ago to
promote positive behavior for
students.
Spot
visits
classrooms that have received
100 tickets for being ‘spotted’
following the 4 behavioral
expectations of the building:
Spot (in front) was ‘spotted’ recently visiting Camille Tutko’s
‘Be Ready, Be Safe, Be
Grade 1 classroom
Respectful, Be Responsible.’
Spot plans on enjoying his summer vacation this year relaxing and is anticipating an exciting
school year 2012/2013.
Submitted by Debbi Lisack
Kindergarten News
The kindergartners worked hard on their autobiographical books that they wrote and
illustrated themselves. Their All About Me books were on display at S.S. Seward on Budget
Night. Thank you to everyone who supported us that evening!
These books were several weeks
in the making. It was exciting to
see how the students’ writing
skills developed from the first
page up until the last as they
worked diligently on this
ambitious project. These books
will no doubt be a keepsake for
their families for many years to
come!
Other exciting news this month
was the hatching of our chicks!
Each
kindergarten
class
enjoyed a successful hatch of 68 chicks. The students learned how a chick develops within the egg in the course of 21 days
in the incubator. They learned how a chick hatches out and how it grows into a full grown
chicken within six months. What a wonderful and “eggciting” way to study life cycles.
Happy spring everyone!
Submitted by Linda O’Connor
TREP$ participants and their adult helpers. Thanks to teacher leaders Colleen McFarland and
Sandra Correa, Golden Hill Principal Ron Depace, and all the Moms and Dads who helped with the
program, and to Provident Bank, the Florida Chamber of Commerce, Werner’s True Value Hardware,
and the Florida Focus for their support. TREP$ is part of Enrichment Planet, a Golden Hill Building
Leadership Team initiative.
The Florida Focus • June 2012 • PAGE 11
Seward Students Perform at All-County Music Festival
Spartans AAU Team Successes
Four more students from our music department graced the stage at a county level on May 5. Seventh grader Alex EvansBusnelli performed in the Junior High School All-County Music Festival as a mallet percussionist in the orchestra. Ninth
grade flutists Kayla Campana and Micaela Quattrociocchi, along with percussionist Alicia Cohen, were members of the
band. The county-wide competition is so tight that
this distinction truly marks the upper echelon of
musicians for their age level.
This spring, The Florida Spartans AAU program had two
successful teams.
The concert program opened with the orchestra
performing a French march along with two other
pieces. The chorus then followed with five songs
and the band concluded the concert with four
songs, including Highlights from Ratatouille.
With only one day to rehearse as groups, the
majority of the preparation fell on the individual
performer, and they did not disappoint. Each
conductor applauded his musicians for their
diligence, preparation, and professionalism. The
result was a remarkable concert.
Text and photo: Nicole Quattrociocchi
Spring Concert Wows Audience
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The 8-9 grade team finished their 6–tournament campaign
with a record of 8-6. They won two tournaments. First was
the Seward Invite on April 26 in which they beat teams
from Tri Valley and Chester. Second was the Spartan
Invitational held on on May 5 and 6 at Castleton State
College in Vermont, where they went 4-0. Team members
included: Eric Block, Malique Josef, Rob Olson, Robert
Scott, Scott Tiger, Jordan Block, Cole Gill, Makai Shorter,
Mafuse Solomon, Jon Codi, Kyle Straub, Craig Smith and
Ryan Ward.
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The 10-11 grade team finished their 6-tournament spring
tour with a record of 12-6. They won their last
3 tournaments along the way. They went 3-0 in the Seward
Invite on April 26, beating Tri Valley, Chester and Sullivan
West. They won the Spartan Invitational at CSC in
Vermont on May 5 and 6 going 4-0, and they won the
Seward Day event on May 19 defeating Tri Valley and
Chester. Team Members included: Tom Vinetti, Anthony
Borgese, Marquis Gonzalez, John Sgombick, Jake Kinley,
Nelson Fernandez, Dalton Gill, Danny Collins, Kevin Smith
and Zach Adams.
Coaches for both teams were Sal Mineo, Taylor Steele and
Bill Steele.
The Spartans would like to thank the following for helping
out throughout the spring: Mr Dan Codi, driver and score
keeper; Mr John Sgombick, driver and score keeper; Mr
Paul Gill, driver; Anthony Bailey, clock operator; Taylor
Steele, clock operator; Jen Morelli, Shawna Steele and
Kevin Smith, front desk clerks.
Seward High School Band
A senior student performs a solo during her last Spring Concert
The Spartans would also like to thank the American
Legion Post 1250, the SS Seward Institute Alumni
Association and the American Legion Post 1250 Ladies
Auxillary for their generous monetary donations which
enabled us to run our program smoothly.
Submitted by Coach Bill Steele,
Florida Spartans AAU Coordinator
The High School Choir
The Select Choir
Seward’s high school band, under the leadership of teacher William Couture, as well as the high school choir and select choir
under the leadership of teacher Mark Visconti, wowed the audience with their performances at the Spring Concert and Art
Show in May. The audience responded with enthusiastic applause during an evening that came to a close all too soon.
It was also a bitter-sweet moment for some as it was the last time the senior members of the groups would be performing with
their friends and colleagues. Good luck to all our graduating musicians and thanks to all for a most enjoyable evening!
Text: Joyce Willetts; Photos: Karyn Meier
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14 •• The
The Florida
Florida Focus
Focus •• June
April 2012
2011
Don’t Fry Day!
5th Grade Zoo Visit
by Marlene Lysack, RN
The American Cancer Society estimates there were about 114,900 new cases of melanoma
and 8,700 deaths attributed to skin cancer in 2010. Skin cancer is the most common cancer.
90% of detected non-melanoma skin cancer is considered to be sun-related and develops on
sun-exposed areas of the body. Skin cancer is preventable and still the number of people
diagnosed increases each year.
The National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention promoted its fourth annual National Sun
Safety Day, Don’t Fry Day, on the Friday before Memorial Day. The goal was to raise
awareness about sun safety and skin cancer prevention. One in five children will grow up to
develop skin cancer so the unofficial start of summer was a great time to teach children how
to protect their skin and practice sun safety. The slogan that is used is SLIP, SLOP, SLAP
AND WRAP:
SLIP
on a shirt
Photos: AnnMarie Scotti
Golden Hill Spring Concert
SLOP
on some
sunscreen
SLAP
on a widebrimmed hat
WRAP
on some
sunglasses
Junior Wellness Committee members at Golden Hill have begun announcing the UV Index
each morning and what it tells us about the appropriate precautions we need to take in order
to practice sun safety. We are encouraging children to bring hats, sunglasses, and to wear
shirts that cover shoulders/backs to minimize skin exposure to the sun. We hope this
message being repeated at school and echoed at home will encourage them to prepare for
outside activities. It should be a routine and expected just like wearing helmets when riding
bikes.
The incidence of many common cancers is decreasing but the incidence of skin cancers
continues to rise. One or two blistering sunburns in childhood may DOUBLE the lifetime
risk of developing melanoma, a deadly form of skin cancer. The good news is most skin
cancer can be treated successfully if detected early. We all agree that the best treatment is
always PREVENTION. Please join us in encouraging sun safety so we can PREVENT long
term health concerns for children and adults.
ENJOY A SAFE, HEALTHY SUMMER! BE SUN SMART!
Further information can be found at www.epa.gov/sunwise www.nyhealth.gov/diseases/cancer/skin,
www.shadefoundation.org and www.kidshealth.org/parent/firstaid-safe/outdoors/sun-safety.
Photos: AnnMarie Scotti
The vegetable children
tasted at the May
Harvest of the Month
was brocolli. Next
month, the Florida
Focus will have a
round-up of the all the
vegetables and fruits
Golden Hill students
tried at each “Harvest
of the Month” during
the school year.
Phot: AnnMarie Scotti
The Florida Focus • June 2012 • PAGE 13
Perfect Pairings for Health
by Melanie Dwornik
Basil and tomatoes,
rosemary and potatoes,
cinnamon and apples—
all were made for each
other. These perfect pairings bring life any
meal! Not to mention that herbs and spices
offer many health benefits. So dust of your
spice rack and start cooking! Here are a few
“perfect pairs” to get you started:
Ginger—Derived from gingerroot, ground
ginger has been used for centuries to
soothe stomach pain and discomfort. The
active ingredient, gingerol, appears to have
anti-inflammatory properties that help to
relieve nausea, migraines and arthritis.
Pairing ideas:
• Mix fresh grated ginger with lime zest,
lime juice and honey for a topping over
fruit salad
• Sprinkle dried ginger on spaghetti
squash for a delicious side dish
• Add a few pinches of dried ginger to lowfat frozen yogurt
• Stir in ½ tsp dried ginger to 1 quart of
fresh squeezed lemonade
Cinnamon—An ancient spice taken from the
inner bark of tropical trees. Cinnamon
contains polyphenols, compounds that may
act like insulin in the body to help maintain
blood sugar levels. Did you know that one
teaspoon of cinnamon has as much
antioxidant power as a cup of pomegranate
juice? Pairing ideas:
• Mix cinnamon with dried chipotle to
make a sweet and smoky rub that’s
perfect for center cut pork chops, pork
loin and lean cuts of beef
• Add cinnamon into a peanut butter and
jelly sandwich
• Sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon on black
beans when making tacos, burritos,
nachos or fajitas for a unique flavor
• Simmer your favorite brand of plain soy
milk in a pot with a few cinnamon
sticks—it’s a delicious alternative to
buying sweetened versions if you don’t
like drinking plain soy milk
• Sprinkle cinnamon in your morning
coffee or hot chocolate
Black Pepper—The most commonly used
spiced worldwide. Black pepper comes from
the pepper plant, a smooth woody vine that
can grow up to 33 feet. Several studies
provide evidence that black pepper may aid
indigestion. Pairing ideas:
• Press onto burgers, steaks, or chops
before cooking
• Liven up cantaloupe or honeydew melon
by drizzling with honey and a sprinkle of
black pepper.
• Add cracked black pepper to fat-free
Greek yogurt (and any of your other
favorite spices) for a cool topping on
baked potatoes, creamy soups or tacos
Turmeric—The spice that gives curry its
rich, golden color has health benefits too.
Curcumin, the bright yellow compound in
turmeric has been studied because of its
anti-inflammatory properties. Pairing ideas:
• Sauté cauliflower florets in 1-2 teaspoons
of olive oil and a generous spoonful of
turmeric—cook until golden brown and
tender for a fun side dish
• Sprinkle curry powder (which contains
turmeric) on hot low-fat popcorn
• Add turmeric or curry powder (as much
or as little as you like) to chicken salad.
Make it even better by adding chopped
apples and nuts
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Transitions
easier for the child or parent.
by Nicole Quattrociocchi
For older kids just graduating college, this
can also be a scary time. For the first time
in their life they are no longer labeled as
"student" and now much more is expected
of them. Yet the job market is grim and
their student loans are looming. It's a tough
time to transition into adulthood. It’s no
wonder that many move back home as they
try to assimilate to this new stage.
June is symbolically a month that marks
transitions. It is a time of graduations and
weddings, of the school year ending and
career beginnings. Our young ones are on
the brink of change and many face this with
a mix of emotions ranging from trepidation
to excitement. High school graduation is
one such transition and for many in the
Florida school district, these students have
been together for 13 plus years, from the
classroom to the ball fields, sharing the
experiences that come with the roller
coaster of adolescence and maturity. And
now in a matter of a few short weeks they
will embark on new paths, heading off to
college in different states or to the military
or to jobs out of the area. It was fitting that
the final song at this year's Spring concert
featured the Seniors singing The Edge of
Glory, a lyrical testimony to the precipice
they are standing upon.
Transitions occur for our children at
various ages and stages. As young as
toddlers, they transition from crawling to
walking to running; they prefer exploring to
staying close, doing things themselves to
having their hand held. These toddlers
grow and transition to the school setting
and then again to extracurricular clubs and
sleepovers and on to small acts of
independence and greater freedoms. As
teenagers their priorities
shift and shopping trips are
no longer to Toys R Us but
to clothing or sporting
goods stores, learners’
permits are followed by
drivers’ licenses and
ultimately later curfews.
These transitions are all
normal and expected,
although that knowledge
alone doesn't make it
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So as we see another group of young adults
exit the stage to Pomp and Circumstance,
we bid them well as they take yet another
journey. Maybe Dr. Seuss had it right after
all when he penned the following words
from Oh the Places You'll Go: “You’re off
to Great Places! Today is your day! Your
mountain is waiting. So...get on your way!”
Embrace the transitions that face you in the
coming months and appreciate the changes
associated with them. True, it’s cozy and
safe in the cocoon we’ve wrapped ourselves
in, but “if nothing ever changed, there’d be
no butterflies” (Author Unknown).
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With all of these transitions, parents, too,
need to continually adjust. We go from
being the teacher to the student, from the
role model to a peer of sorts. In our heart
our children are still young and needy, but
in reality they have taken the skills they’ve
learned and the values we’ve instilled and
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ONLINE REGISTRATION will now be
available for our summer reading programs.
Click on the registration calendar at
www.FloridaPublicLibrary.org
(845) 651-7659
FloridaPublicLibrary.org
A member of Ramapo Catskill Library System and Orange Library Association
Village Stars
Village of Florida business owners, store managers, not-for-profit leaders, we would like to partner with you this summer to direct customers to you! Call us for an appointment
to have your photo taken with a favorite book up until June 18. We’ll create a READ® poster to hang in your store & personalized stars for you to give to our patrons
when they visit your store. As part of our summer reading program, our patrons will receive a contest form directing them to visit each participating business, find the
poster to answer a simple question about it and return to the library with one of your stars. It will be added to our “constellation” displays in the library. A grand prize
drawing will be held among those who find the most posters. There is no cost. We just ask that you hang your poster up in your store for the 5 weeks of our program.
Our Visit to Golden Hill
On June 12, we will visit Golden Hill
to introduce 2012 Summer Reading
Programs, Special Events & Reading
Clubs. Students will bring home a
brochure & summer calendar of library
events. Calendars will also be available
in the library that day.
Registration is Required for All Ages
Teen Volunteers are Cool!
Beginning Monday, June 18, registration will open for
our summer programs, special events & reading clubs.
Weekly Programs - Sign up online, in-person or by phone.
Special Events - Sign up online, in-person or by phone.
Young adults who have completed grade 6 may earn
community service hours by volunteering to help with
summer programs & weekly prizes. Applications are
available at the library. Complete & return by June 9.
Volunteers must attend one of our training sessions at
3 p.m. on either Monday, June 11 or Tuesday,
June 12 & work at least 5 hours during the summer.
(The June 25 kick-off party requires in-person registration
and a ticket to enter. There will be no exceptions.)
Reading Club - Sign up in-person & receive your reading log.
The Night Sky
Flow Circus
Kick off the Summer Reading Program OC Astronomical Association members
Joe Stefaniak & Ray Clyne will share
with our juggling and magic show,
Dream Big! Paul Miller of Flow Circus their love of astronomy in this presentation of
has dreams filled with juggling , magic,
the night sky. Joe studies astrophotography,
and lots of laughter. Join him as he tells the story of how a visit to the
taking images from his backyard observatory.
library unlocked a new world of creativity and inspired him to learn new
Ray is an amateur astronomer interested in
skills. Sign up beginning June 18! Space is limited and our SRP
the Native American mythology associated
kick-off is always popular! Registration for this special event
will be taken in-person only on a first-come, first-served basis. with the stars above. Learn about the night
sky and constellations and experience it all
Each person registering will receive a ticket that must be
up-close with telescopes. Adults only.
presented to attend. For kids in K-5 (grade completed) ONLY!
Monday, June 25 at 2 p.m.
Wednesday, June 27 at 6:30 p.m.
The Evening Garden
At twilight, most flower colors fade.
Learn to create an evening garden
that comes to life in the moonlight
with color and fragrance. We’ll see
and discuss sample plans and garden designs as well
as easy lighting techniques to turn your garden into
a great spot for relaxing or entertaining, whether
on a terrace, a deck or a small corner of your yard.
We’ve scheduled this class in time for you to plant
and enjoy your evening garden this summer!
Adults only. Saturday, June 30 at 2 p.m.
American Sign Language & the Deaf Culture with Lisa Montanaro
Lisa spent 3 years as an instructor and interpreter at the NY School for the Deaf, has taught sign language for many years at a local community center in Warwick,
and felt privileged to be the interpreter for a book called Hands of My Father: A Hearing Boy, His Deaf Parents, and the Language of Love by Myron Uhlberg. In this program,
Lisa will introduce the hearing adult to the manual alphabet, finger spelling and basic conversational sign language vocabulary. She will also speak about common myths
about deafness and sign language in order to help raise awareness about the deaf community. Adults & teens over 16 are welcome. Get started with American Sign
Language or stop in to brush up on your skills. Thursday, June 28, 6:30 - 8 p.m.
Black Dirt Storytelling Guild: Adult story lovers, tellers and “just listeners” are invited to the monthly meeting for stories on this month’s theme, Moonlight.
Light refreshments will be served. Adults and teens over 16 only. Thursday, June 7 at 7:30 p.m.
Knitting Circle: Master knitter Kathleen Braun will join us to help beginners learn to knit and lend advice on current projects for more seasoned knitters. Enjoy
the company of other knitters in a relaxed & friendly atmosphere. (Crocheters are welcome, too!) Adults only. Monday, June 18 at 6 p.m.
FPL Page Turners: Our adult book club takes a turn towards our childhood of imagination when we explore the juvenile read The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian
Selznick. This is an experimental form of writing that includes prose with black and white sketches that tell a story of Hugo Cabret and his automaton, a complicated
clockwork figure. Another character is based on French filmmaker George Méliès who directed the first science fiction movie ever made, A Trip to the Moon. Read this
inventive book and decide...is it the story of Hugo Cabret or George Méliès? Join us for the discussion on Thursday, June 21 at 6:30 p.m. Adults & Teens over 16.
Library hours & meetings
In JUNE 2012
Monday-Thursday
Friday & Saturday
Sunday
10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Monday, June 4, 7:30 p.m. Board of Trustees
Monday, June 11, 7:00 p.m. Friends of FPL
The Florida Focus • June 2012 • PAGE 15
FLORIDA “RUN” FEST UPDATE
running further and faster.
Florida Public Library Check it out!
So How Do I Train for a 5K or 10K?
(845) 651-7659
So glad you asked! First… register for your event! It will
serve as motivation to get you toward your goal. Ask most
runner’s how they started running and many will tell you
it all started with a 5K.
Another helpful tip to keep you motivated during training
is to find a running buddy or join a running group. In fact,
the Florida Family “Run” Fest is pleased to offer such a
motivational group. Every Thursday starting June 14 at
6:30 PM runners will meet at Runner’s Rock to train on
the actual Florida Family Run Fest course. Florida “Run”
Fest members will lead two groups–one for the 5K and one
for the 10K. Runners and walkers of all abilities are
encouraged to join us.
4 Cohen Circle
Florida, NY 10921
We are pleased to launch our new
interactive website this month!
www.FloridaPublicLibrary.org
The staff members at FPL have thought hard, labored
long and obsessed for hours over what information
you need about FPL and how to organize and arrange
that information so that it’s just exactly where you’d
expect to find it, clearly written and easy to update.
Now it’s up to you–our patrons, residents, taxpayers,
colleagues, visitors and serendipitous seekers of
cyberspace who just happen to find us – to let us
know what you think of this new thing called
www.floridapubliclibrary.org.
Our goal was to make our new face to the world both
functional and aesthetically pleasing. We expect that
you’ll be able to view our site comfortably on a variety
of computers and mobile devices. Please let us know if
we hit the mark and how we might change & improve
the content & style of our format to meet your needs.
The start-up costs for our new website were provided
by the Friends of the FPL and we thank them for their
excellent support for this initiative. We told them we
didn’t know what it would look like, but that it would
be great and they sponsored our effort completely as
they have with so many past projects.
Susannah of Devine Design was the midwife for this
new creation and tried to make its birth as painless as
possible. She was divinely agreeable and patient and
handled the huge gobs of information we flung her
way without flinching. (It’s not her fault if you can’t
find the kitchen sink on our site.)
FPL offers a vast array of programs for all ages (over
400 last year) and now you’ll be able to register for
them online. We’ll be saying good-bye to our old way
of signing up for programs - a three-ring binder with
color-coded cards for every age group. Staff members
will gladly walk you through our new registration
process and we’ll even have teen volunteers trained
to help out in this transition to paperless sign-ups.
So, please roam around, explore our site, and don’t
forget to drop in for a visit often, either in person or
online. Hope to hear from you soon. Keep on reading!
Madelyn Folino, Director
“Exercise” and “Training” should be two different things!
Training has a purpose to lead you to your goal… yes it is
exercise… but it has a clearly defined objective. Every step
you take in “training” brings you closer to reaching your
goal…the finish line.
Unless you’ve been running regularly for quite some time,
running a 5K isn’t something you can comfortably do
without some buildup. While you are training, don’t be
afraid to alternate between running and walking. As your
strength and endurance increases, you will find yourself
Love the Library? Volunteer for the SRP!
The Florida Public Library is looking for volunteers for the
2012 Summer Reading Program. In order to volunteer, you
need to have completed sixth grade. Other qualifications
include:
Where is Runner’s Rock? Runner’s Rock is located right
next to the water treatment facility located across from
Glenmere Park. So come on out and join us…we’ll meet
you at the Rock!
Our committee is hard at working planning and organizing to
bring you another spectacular event! Please consider joining
our team. To donate, volunteer or become a sponsor call Tom at
845-742-2016.
FPL Trustee Vacancy
The Florida Public Library Board of Trustees has a
vacancy due to the resignation of Kathleen Misciagna. The
board wishes to appoint a replacement at the July annual
• Love books and libraries;
• Ability to follow directions and complete tasks as
assigned;
• Enjoy working with people of all ages;
• Be able to volunteer at least 5 hours during our 2012
Summer Reading Program which runs from June 25
through July 30;
• Attend a training session from 3 to 4 PM on Monday,
June 11 or on Tuesday, June 12.
meeting. Interested residents are asked to write a letter
Pick up an application at the library or fill out the form below
and return to the library by June 9.
information on the position.
stating their qualifications and experience for this
volunteer, unpaid position. Prospective candidates must
be qualified voters of the Florida school district. Letters
should be directed to Board President Nancy Scott,
Florida Public Library, 4 Cohen Circle, Florida, NY 109211514 and received by June 15. Interested persons should
contact Director Madelyn Folino at 651-7659 for
Please indicate which day you will attend 2012 SRP Volunteer Training:
Monday, June 11 (3-4 p.m.)______ Tuesday, June 12 (3-4 p.m.)______
Name: _______________________________________ ___ Age: ____________
Phone Number:______________________ Cell Phone: ___________________
Email:_____________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
PARENT/GUARDIAN’S SIGNATURE
PLEASE RETURN TO THE LIBRARY BY JUNE 9, 2012
If you have any questions, please stop in or call (845) 651-7659
and ask to speak to Miss Meg. Thanks for your help!
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Black Dirt Feast August 7
This year’s chefs have been selected to prepare the 5-course sit-down dinner under a spacious
tent at the Scheuermann Farms & Greenhouses in Pine Island, NY, for the Fourth Annual
Black Dirt Feast to be held on Tuesday, August 7, 2012, announced Sondra and Peter Hall,
co-chairs of this annual Pine Island Chamber of Commerce event.
Each year a different group of chefs prepares an extraordinary meal of several courses, that
expands upon their culinary expertise and experience. This year’s roster includes Ed Fava
(Catering by Ed Fava), hors d’oeuvres; Esteban Javier (Yesterday’s Restaurant), appetizer;
Georgette Storms and Brittany Hiller (La Petite Cuisine), salad; Erik Johansen (Iron Gorge
Inn), soup course; Seadon Shouse (Glenmere Mansion), chicken entrée; Heather Kurosz
(Black Dirt Gourmet), fish entrée; Kevin May (the new Copper Bottom), lamb entrée; and
Melissa Schultz and Abigail Stever (Eat Sweets), dessert course.
There will also be music by students from the Chamber Strings Orchestra of the Warwick
Valley High School, under the direction of Keely Blaikner, and the Jon Werking jazz trio.
Potter Beatrice Bloom will be providing handmade porcelain vases, with flowers by Sally
Scheuermann, and the program guide covers are being designed by Do You Need a Favor.
This year’s event will honor the
first recipient of the Black Dirt
Scholarship Fund, to be
awarded to a high school
students looking to pursue a
career in agricultural study or
culinary arts/hospitality industry.
Visit warwickinfo.net/blackdirtfeast.
For tickets call Jerry and Janet
Zimmerman at 845-258-7008.
For information on sponsorship,
please contact Peter Hall at 845258-1000.
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PSYCHIC MOMENTS
Scrying
by Psychic Cyndee
Scrying has been used for several
thousands of years by many different
cultures. It is a method of divination and
there are many different forms of scrying.
Divination refers to getting answers to
questions from unseen forces. "Scrying"
comes from the Old English word "descry"
and translates to mean "to make out dimly,"
"to reveal," or to "describe." Going into a
deep trance and gazing into a crystal ball is a
form of scrying. Information can be
objective—messages that are independent of
the scryer—or subjective, which are
determined or influenced by the scryer.
Some people see scrying as a form of
mediumship. I disagree.
A medium can scry but one who scrys is not
necessarily a medium. Clairvoyance is
sometimes separate and independent of
mediumship. As I have outlined in several
other articles, all mediums are not the same.
Ancient Egyptians used scrying in their
initiations. This included water scrying,
dream scrying, oil scrying and mirror
scrying. Looking into a mirror while in a
deep trance in a dimly lit room may produce
good results. “Mirror, mirror on the wall,” is
an ancient scrying ritual and existed not
only in fairy tales. Anything that produces a
reflection can help someone to scry. If you
can focus your attention while staring into
the water or a mirror, for example then you
maybe be able to see images or pick up
impressions.
Ancient Greeks and Celtics practiced
scrying, using black glass, polished quartz,
water and other translucent materials.
Dream scrying is also possible. The mind
can be used as a blank canvas and induced
to witness certain things such. Faces,
objects, and sometimes even a series of
events can be seen. Past, present and future
can be accessed by tapping into the stream
and of universal consciousness.
Scrying is one form of doing so. Many other
methods and or tools are also employed
when attempting to "see" that which is
beyond the realm of normal seeing. Penetrating
the seven layers of consciousness can be
tricky. The imaginable realm for example
must somehow be deciphered for those who
are not sophisticated enough to see beyond
it. Many true clairvoyants use only the
"mind's eye" to enter into the super-highway
of metaphysical seeing. Many attempting to
practice the art of true seeing do scry.
Read more and purchase my book “THE
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The Florida Focus • June 2012 • PAGE 17
Florida Food Pantry Represented at Empty Bowls 2012
The Warwick Valley Empty Bowls
2012 event took place on May 6 at
the Warwick Valley High School. A
community-based effort to fight
hunger, Empty Bowls benefitted
various organizations, including
Backpack Snack Attack, the
Florida Community Food Pantry,
Greenwood Lake Food Pantry,
Warwick Community Kitchen, and
Warwick Ecumenical Food Pantry.
More than $30,000 have been
raised so far. The event committee
included individuals from throughout
the Warwick Valley area and was
chaired by Dr. Ray Bryant,
Superintendent of the WV schools.
Pictured: Far left Dottie Ehlers and
Denise Thiebault of the Florida Food
Pantry. Left: FUFSD student N. Smythe
addresses event attendees
A beautiful, enjoyable day was had at Glebocki
Farms (pictured left) on Pulaski Hwy, in Goshen
recently. The fram hosted an open day with
food and refreshments as well as mini bus
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Seward was declared an “Awesome Man” on this
poster
John Kimiecik presents “What’s in a Name?”
Photo: Karyn Meier
An apologetic Ron Depace gave a short
rendering of the Seward Day song
“Florida 10921,” which students have
traditionally sung at the event and was
missed by some. However, he then
introduced a brand-new music video,
produced by Golden Hill Music teacher
Kristen Henne. The video, with lyrics set
to music from Lady Gaga, featured the
fourth grade students during their
walking tour of the village that took place
earlier in the month. There were also some
cameo appearances by members of the
FHS. “I bet John Kimiecik never thought
he’d be in a music video at his age,”
quipped Bob Scott before he presented
books on behalf of the FHS to the Golden
Hill, Seward, and Florida Public Libraries.
He and John Kimiecik also gave a short
preview of “What’s In a Name?” that they
presented in whole at the Florida Public
Library the next day. Refreshments were
served to conclude a refreshingly different
Seward Day. Thanks to the FHS and to
the FUFSD students and teachers for their
efforts in bringing this event to the
community.
FOCUS THEN AND NOW
The location of last month’s picture (see right)
was correctly identified by Robert Zovistoski who
stated the house was part of the original SS
Seward Institute. “It stood where the American
Legion Post 1250 Veteran's Memorial now
stands,” wrote Zovistoski. “In the 1950s, my Great
Uncle Frank Wood lived there while he was
caretaker at the school. SS Seward can be seen
behind and to the left of the house in the picture.
The house was knocked down to build the
Memorial Building which currently houses the
district's Administrative Offices.” Another resident
shared that he had received trumpet lessons in
that house while he was attending SS Seward.
Our little “berg” has so so much history.
How about our next picture, below? There is a
hint in the background. I am sure many of you
pass by this spot daily.
Photo: Bob Scott
Setting the Record Straight
Reader Ron Kamrowski sent us a comment on the story in the May issue of The Florida
Focus commemorating fifty years of the Florida Little League: There are a couple of minor
errors in the article, no doubt because the writer probably relied on newspaper clippings
from fifty years ago.” The names of the managers and coaches attributed to the Green Team
actually were associated with the Blue Team, and vice versa. I would know, my Dad was
Vince Kamrowski, and he helped coach the Blues. The story also had my first name wrong,
just like the Middletown Record printed it incorrectly back in 1962. Not that big a deal, but
since I have a chance to set the record straight after all this time, I might as well. Long time
Florida residents might also be interested to know that the first ball for the opening game
was thrown out by then mayor Ed Turchen.
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cannot be cancelled (in part or in whole) after the start of the season and subscription fee cannot be refunded. Account must be in “good standing” as determined by DIRECTV in its sole discretion to remain eligible for all offers.
**24-MO. LEASE AGREEMENT: EARLY CANCELLATION WILL RESULT IN A FEE OF $20/MONTH FOR EACH REMAINING MONTH. Must maintain 24 consecutive months of your DIRECTV programming package. Advanced Receiver-DVR fee ($8/mo.) required for DVR lease. Advanced Receiver-HD fee ($10/mo.) required for HD Receiver lease. Advanced Receiver fee ($20/mo.) required for HD DVR and TiVo HD DVR from DIRECTV lease.
TiVo service fee ($5/mo.) required for TiVo HD DVR from DIRECTV lease. If you have two boxes or one box and an enabled TV, an additional $6/mo. fee applies. For each additional box and/or enabled TV on your account you are charged an additional fee of $6/mo. per box and/or enabled TV. NON-ACTIVATION CHARGE OF $150 PER RECEIVER MAY APPLY. ALL EQUIPMENT IS LEASED AND MUST BE RETURNED TO DIRECTV UPON
CANCELLATION, OR UNRETURNED EQUIPMENT FEES APPLY. VISIT directtvv.com OR CALL 1-800-DIRECTV FOR DETAILS. Advanced receiver instant rebate requires activation of the ENTERTAINMENT Package or above; OPTIMO MÁS or above (for DVR Receiver, MÁS LATINO); Jadeworld; or any qualifying international service bundle, which shall include the PREFERRED CHOICE programming package (valued at $41.99/mo.). LIMIT ONE
FREE HD DVR UPGRADE PER ACCOUNT. Second, third and fourth HD Receiver offer requires activation of the ENTERTAINMENT Package or above or MÁS ULTRA Package or above and HD DVR as the first free receiver upgrade. Home Media Center HD DVR and additional advanced receiver upgrades available for a charge. INSTALLATION: Standard professional installation in up to four rooms only. Custom installation extra.
DIRECTV CINEMA/ON DEMAND: Access to available DIRECTV On Demand programming is based on package selection. Actual number of TV shows and movies will vary. Additional fees apply for new releases. Some DIRECTV CINEMA and On Demand content requires an HD DVR (HR20 or later) or DVR (R22 or later), DIRECTV CINEMA Connection Kit and broadband Internet service with speeds of 750 kbps or higher and a network router with
an available Ethernet port are required. Visit directv.com/cinema for details.
To access DIRECTV HD programming, HD equipment required. Number of HD channels based on package selection. Local channel eligibility based on service address. Not all networks available in all markets. Programming, pricing, terms and conditions subject to change at any time. Pricing residential. Taxes not included. Receipt of DIRECTV programming subject to DIRECTV Customer Agreement; copy provided at directv.com/legal
and in order confirmation. NFL, the NFL Shield design and the NFL SUNDAY TICKET name and logo are registered trademarks of the NFL and its affiliates. ©2012 DIRECTV. DIRECTV and the Cyclone Design logo, CHOICE, CHOICE XTRA and CHOICE ULTIMATE are trademarks of DIRECTV, LLC. All other trademarks and service marks are the property of their respective owners.