A Good Car Insurance Company To Have

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Paul A. Lauto, Esq. received his Juris Doctor from New York Law School in 1990. In 2002 Mr. Lauto established Paul A. Lauto, PLLC (Now located at 565 Route 25A, Suite 207, Miller Place, NY 11764; (631) 928-1430; www.liattorney.com), with a
primary concentration on personal injury, all types of accident cases and more.

In all my years of practice, I have found that the majority of new car accident clients consistently fail to do what they should do when they are involved in a car accident. This is usually the result of a lack of knowledge as to what to do or the inability to remain composed under the traumatic circumstances of the accident. In an effort to remedy this problem, I have written a book on what to do if you are involved in a motor vehicle accident to be published later this year. The following is an excerpt from the chapter of my upcoming book about what constitutes a good car insurance company.
   If I had a dollar for every time that someone asked me which insurance company is a good company to have, today I would be a very wealthy man. The fact is there isn’t a single insurance company that I feel comfortable recommending. Insurance is big business motivated by the almighty dollar and accordingly insurance companies appear to primarily tend to do what is in their own best interest. I try to advise clients to choose a lesser known insurance company that is well established and well rated. I never recommend a specific insurance company and don’t think that I ever will.
   The reality is that maintaining insurance on your vehicle is extremely expensive and difficult to afford. In the end people are usually compelled to go with whoever charges less. I understand this reasoning, but you have to make sure you are comparing apples to apples. Brokers will sometimes provide minimal coverage and even no coverage for certain portions of your policy, that may not be in your best interest. Additionally, the reason a quote may be less expensive is simply because you are getting less by way of coverage.
   If you are looking to change insurance companies, you may want to provide the new broker with the Declaration Sheet from your current company. The Declaration Sheet is that piece of paper the insurer sends you every time you renew your policy, stating what your coverage is and how much it all costs. This is perhaps the best way to insure that you are being quoted an apples to apples premium based upon the same type of coverage.
   It is also sometimes advisable to use an insurance broker as opposed to an insurance agent. An insurance agent is generally loyal to one particular insurance company, while the broker may be affiliated with a multitude of different insurance companies to choose from. Whoever you choose as your insurer, make sure your choice is based upon facts and not cute commercials.

Summertime… And The Living Is Easy

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Maria DiGiorgio is a lifelong New Yorker, who currently resides in Commack, with her family. She is a devoted wife and mother, an educator and designer. Maria is active in her community, as a PTA mom and Girl Scout leader. She has a passion for interior decorating and loves to garden. She is an avid reader, and enjoys writing about life experiences and parenthood, as well as her personal observations about the world around us.

No more school, vacations on tap, outdoor activities abound, and a much-anticipated reprieve from most things scheduled and structured. The only problem is, that a lack of organization can quickly lead to chaos, boredom and apathy. Sometimes what we crave is not always exactly what we need.
When we go from being highly routinized, to having a loose and laidback schedule it can, at first, seem very liberating. We welcome the opportunity to pick and choose our daily activities and to engage with friends and family in settings and at times that we set forth. However, if we fall victim to a complete lack of structure, we can easily find that we don’t accomplish much of what we hoped to, as we forget to plan, confer with others and look at the bigger picture, which involves time management and realistic expectations. We all know what it’s like to feel like we’re on the precipice of an enormous chunk of time at our disposals, and to think that we can and will achieve so many different goals.
While these may, indeed, be noble and noteworthy aspirations, we may actually sabotage ourselves with “lists” that rival the stress-filled schedules we normally maintain throughout the rest of the year. Sub-consciously, we place a huge roadblock in our path to rest and relaxation.
The first thing I would suggest is to take a few days, maybe even a full week, to settle into this new phase of being, and to spend some time in thought, as to what is most important for you and your loved ones to accomplish this summer. If it involves greater socialization, come up with a realistic number of things you would like to engage in and talk these over with the people you intend to connect with. If it is getting more rest and regular exercise, then devise a feasible schedule to accommodate these goals, without undue pressure. If that cluttered basement, garage or attic is driving you nuts, schedule a couple of hours each week to tackle these chores without creating anxiety, in the process. If planting some flowers or starting that special garden is high on your list, schedule a trip to your local nursery and take some time to literally and figuratively “smell the roses”, before getting started.
Most importantly, I would suggest you revel in the notion that you finally have some more time to do some of the things you have been wanting to. Keep in mind, “Rome wasn’t built in a day”, and neither can your dreams to do everything, take hold in the course of one summer. By taking little steps, with greater clarity and purpose, you will do far more and attain considerably more joy, with ease!

Amazingly Awesome Austin!

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Claudia Fenner is a writer, photographer and travel enthusiast who is a stay home mom of three in Dix Hills. She loves to plan her family’s vacations and helping her friends and relatives with their vacation ideas.

There are many words that come to mind when one thinks of Texas.. Lone Star, Cowboys, Oil and Big are just a few. Now add AMAZING and AWESOME to the top of that list!
We were looking for a short getaway in the spring and Texas fit the bill. There are numerous nonstops a day from JFK to Austin (AUS) and the flight time is only 3.5 hours. We spent two days in the capital of Austin, one in San Antonio, and adored every moment.
The Official State motto of Texas is “Friendship” and the name Texas actually originates from a Native American word “Teyshas,” which means friend or ally. I chose the Hilton in downtown Austin as our home base, and I must say it was one of the friendliest hotels we have ever stayed at.
Austin has a truly thriving food scene. From down home BBQ restaurants, chic brunch bistros, to every type of food truck cuisine imaginable; Austin has it all.
   Our first meal there was a classic BBQ feast at Coopers near our hotel in downtown. They open up the smoker and you chose from an assortment of perfectly smoked meats and chicken. You then chose your sides along with complimentary beans and bread. Grab a table outside, sit back relax and enjoy. Dessert around the corner at Voodoo Doughnut capped off a flawless meal.
San Antonio is only 80 miles south of Austin and makes a marvelous day trip. There is ample parking in downtown San Antonio and all the sights are right there. Entrance to The Alamo, which was the site of General Santa Ana’s cruel victory over the Texans, is free. The famous River Walk and Market Square round out the top attractions in San Antonio. Be sure to eat a Mexican meal while you are visiting… our outdoor lunch at La Margarita was delicious.
   Traveling with a shopper? There is an enormous outlet center in San Marcos just off the highway halfway back to Austin.
Austin is a terrific walking city so be sure to bring comfortable shoes. We walked a great loop down 1st Street to the famous “Greetings from Austin” mural and then back up South Congress Avenue, which is lined with hip shops and restaurants.
   A lovely upscale shopping and dining venue just north of the city called “The Domain” is worth a visit.
Lady Bird Lake (named for former First Lady Claudia Alta Johnson) in the center of downtown, offers a beautiful green belt to enjoy walking, hiking, biking and kayaking.
In 3 days we barely scratched the surface of all there was to see and do (and eat) in Austin but too deep in the heart of Texas we shall return.. soon!

Parents: Behaving Better So Our Children Will Too

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Dr. Gold, Ph.D, LMHC, is a Licensed and Board Certified Clinical Mental Health counselor, with a Ph.D in psychology, clinical practice. She’s in private practice at her home office in Fort Salonga, specializing in relationships. A sub
specialty is in integrating holistic methods with traditional ones. She is founding president of Happi Act for autism www.happiact.org www.happiact.org a non-profit organization. She can be reached drgold6@optimum.net

Our children learn behaviors by observing ours. (Scary thought, no?!) To help children behave better, it behooves us to do so too.

Mother Sherry and 10 year old Crystal sit in my psychotherapy office. Sherry laments, “Why do I have to ask 7 times each night before she clears the table?”
“Not EVERY night” Crystal rolls her eyes.
“YES IT IS! YOU’RE LYING!” Sherry counters.

“Why don’t you obey your mom, Crystal? I ask.
“Because she yells like an army sergeant.” Sad eyed, Crystal slumps into her chair.

We make an agreement:
Sherry will speak in a calm steady voice. (I tell Sherry privately, when we resist yelling, we teach our children to take control of their anger). Crystal will do as asked the first time. When both keep their bargain for five consecutive evenings, they’ll have a mother-daughter picnic including Crystal’s favorite ice cream.

It took a month with lapses on both sides before they finally made it and enjoyed the picnic. With some patience, new habit patterns can be established.

Four year old Billy demands a candy bar in the supermarket; mother Jane says, “No.” At aisle 2 he loudly insists. She repeats “NO.” By aisle 3 Billy has a total tantrum. Jane gives in. Billy just learned, “When my behavior becomes completely obnoxious, I’ll get what I want.”

Better: Jane takes Billy to a smaller (convenience) store, saying,” Billy, we’re going shopping. No bad behavior. Here’s our shopping list. (A short one, maybe 4 items, last item: cookies) and a pencil. You can help cross out things a s we buy them. Then you can pick out your cookies. I know you can do this.” While they’re shopping, Jane praises, “Thank you Billy, I appreciate your help.” In time Jane tries the supermarket and a longer list.

Children can learn that it feels good to behave.

First determine the misbehavior, then an opposite behavior. Positive feedback and rewards are the most powerful tool. Always add encouraging words and thanks.

If reasoning doesn’t work, make punishment consistent and appropriate. If Jeremy doesn’t eat his vegetables, don’t take his electronics away for a week, rather that night’s dessert.

We need to be good role models for our children.

When we do our best, we teach our children to do their best.

Successful parenting is hard work requiring patience and courage. Enjoy your children despite their misbehaviors. Laugh, play, get involved with them.

Let these be the best years of your life.

Father’s Day Gift Guide

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Tammy Severino is the President of RPC Development, a business and development consulting firm for local businesses and not-for-profit organizations. She has more than 20 years of experience in writing, from business writing to journalism to creative writing, as well as in event planning for corporations, not-for-profit organizations and private clients. In her spare time, this fashionista follows and writes about fashion, travel, and other lifestyle topics.

Dads work hard all year long to take care of the ones they love. Celebrating them only one day of the year seems to be a less than sufficient way to tell all the dads how appreciated they are. However, in deference to the day set aside for the special dads in our lives [this year it falls on June 18th…also my brother’s birthday], let’s discuss some great gift ideas to show these guys how extraordinary they really are.
   If your family is anything like ours, Dad is always on the go – getting things done to make our home just right. With summer coming up, perhaps you should consider something that will allow him the opportunity to enjoy the nicer weather and a slower pace. If he is a golfer, maybe a great new club or golf bag to hold the clubs he already owns. If he wants to enhance his game, a series of lessons could be just the thing. If golf is not his game, how about a gift package that includes a beach chair, a stylish cooler to hold his drink, and a new pair of shades. For the dad who loves the water, consider a new paddle board, kayak or gift certificate for a day of fishing on one of LI’s amazing charter boats.
   So, the dad in your life prefers the yard, you say? Why not consider a new grill or, if he already has a new grill, a set of grilling tools and a ‘best dad ever’ apron to let him take over the grilling duties in style. If dad would prefer nothing more than a backyard siesta after long days of work and house projects, try a new hammock or backyard lounger that can be placed in just the perfect spot.
   If your dad likes to stay on top of the latest trends, he might like a gift set or membership to www.getjackblack.com. This online company offers an array of grooming products to make any guy feel perfectly preened. With their membership, new blades will arrive for his razor via mail to keep him looking sharp all year long. Maybe your dad’s idea of the latest trends is techie goods. From Apple watches to remote control helicopters to intelligent personal assistants (such as Alexa), there are lots of techie toys from which to choose that will pop a smile onto Pop’s face.
   If you want to peruse for different gift ideas, try www.mancrates.com, an online company with a new twist on gift baskets. Here you will find ‘crates’ with great choices for men with all kinds of tastes and styles. From car guys to golfers to fishermen and more, they have guy-styles gift crates at several price points for every budget.
   Whatever you choose, pick something that tells dad just how much you love him and understand who he is. Spend time with him – not just on Father’s Day, but throughout the year. After all, time with you is the best gift there is. Just ask Dad…I am sure he would agree.

Dishin’ With Denise… The Sunny Side Up… Of Father’s Day

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Denise Gianatasio is a Northport
Village resident and freelance writer. She
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172 Main Street, Northport 631-754-3600. Denise enjoys cooking and sharing her recipes and family stories, as she wants to inspire a warm sense of home with her readers. Please feel free to contact her for any advice you may need at dishinwithdenise@yahoo.com.

Honoring Fathers today everywhere brings my thoughts to my own Dad. No longer here but always in my heart~ I remember that although he was born in Italy and came to this country at the age of 27 he did not bring the love of pasta with him…nope he actually preferred rice! In a sea of bright memories~ my Dad’s love of rice vs. pasta was a bit strange to me? I thought I could assume a thing or two about Italy and about Italians loving pasta~ a bit of irony here. Pasta, Italy’s most arguably popular dish~ was not my Dad’s. He would just love whenever there would be a little container of left over tomato sauce with meat or without in the fridge. He’d boil up some white rice and color it red with sauce, grated cheese, and put a fried egg on top. We thought it was a bit strange back then but look…culinary chefs around the world are fashioning dishes with his signature idea. He called it his sunny side bowl~ unexpectedly~ quite delicious and soul satisfying to him. All these many years later Dad had something going on~ these unusual combination of foods~ today are being prepared by culinary chefs across the globe~ using a fried sunny side up egg on top! You’ll see that egg being served on top of just about anything~ pizza, soups, pasta’s, burgers, salads, steaks. For more recipes made even more delicious with the addition of a fried egg on top get Lara Ferroni’s book “Put an egg on it” Who knew? My Dad knew! Here’s to looking back on the sunny side up of life.
“Happy Father’s Day!” xoxo Denise

Easy to prepare:

1 cup boiled white rice
(he especially loved Arborio rice)
½ cup of tomato sauce,
salt, pepper,
grated cheese,
butter and a
fried sunny side up egg!

Great for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack, or as a side dish.

Savory Eats: Main Street Cafe

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Joanna Adduci is a Northport resident, currently working as a writer. She has a B.S. in Journalism from St. John's University and is active within her community working as a blogger and musician. She enjoys cooking, traveling, hiking and performing with her dad in their LI-based cover band, Next Generation. Joanna can be reached by e-mail at: joanna.adduci10@gmail.com.

   If you ask any of my friends or family members, they’ll tell you I dine out too often. I can’t help it, it’s my job. (One of them, that is.) When it’s my turn to pick the spot, which is usually the way it goes, I unsurprisingly choose Main Street Café, located in Northport Harbor, 99% of the time. I can’t help it – I’m a creature of habit. I value atmosphere, and quality ingredients – an enjoyable, short walk from my apartment.
   I’ve been hesitant to share my love of Main Street Café, because I fear that once word gets out, I won’t be able to enjoy it like I currently do. Quaint, cozy, consistent – it’s everything I hope for in a restaurant/bar. I have their menu memorized, although most of the time I’ll order the special. I know the bartenders, the waitresses, the staff – each one routinely greeting me with a smile. First timers will receive the same hospitality, and immediately feel the genuine friendliness upon arrival.
   Their menu is understated, and although many visitors opt for the sandwiches or salads, the magic is in the entrees. (And the burgers!) Their burgers are otherworldly. Seriously, they’re phenomenal. I usually get mine with avocado and goat cheese, although the California is a go-to. They offer $10 lunch specials, and a daily bar special as well. The great thing about this place is that there is truly something for everyone – vegetarians, pescatarians, carnivores, carb loaders – they’ve got it all. Their pasta with seafood is unrivaled, house salads (order the tomato dressing), steak, fish, chicken – it’s all good. My favorite entrée is their pot roast. Melt in your mouth, served with red cabbage and potato latkes, it’s one of my favorite entrees in the state. (Look for it on their specials!) Their salmon is also extremely memorable, as well as the steak.
   Recently I visited Ireland, and when I returned, Main Street Café was the only place that seemed to understand the experience I was so eager to share. Locals sharing stories over after-work cocktails, good food and familiar bar staff – it made me nostalgic. I’ll often go here to share meals with my dad, brother and sister – most of the time ordering a burger or pot roast… with a Guinness. The ambiance reminds you of Sunday dinner with the family and fulfills the desire to relive the “good ol’ days”.
   This café (although I consider it a beloved pub in my mind) is a consistent, trusted community treasure where you’re guaranteed to share a memorable meal in a comfortable, family-friendly atmosphere, on the harbor. Whether you order a burger, an entrée or the daily special – you’re in for a treat. Pro tip: Leave room for dessert and order one of the local beers on tap.

How Much Is Your Medicine Cabinet Costing?

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June 11, 2017

Bill Lauto is an Environmental Scientist and Energy Consultant who has been teaching how we can save our money, energy, environment, and health, since 1982. Mr. Lauto operates GoingTrueGreen.com and his work has been published in magazines such as: Consumer Report, Kiplinger's
Financial and Business Ethics.

Medicine Cabinets fall into the realm of perpetual status quo. We rarely clean them out, if at all. The FIRST reason to "Tweak" your medicine cabinet is to save you Money and assist with your Health because… Medicine Cabinets are the worst place to keep your medication!

A bathroom is plagued with wide temperature changes and moisture from hot showers to hair dryers. Every time you open your medication, moisture will get in and on your pills. This will degrade the life of your medications, causing them to crack, crumble, and lose their potency.

The best location for all medication is in a locked drawer, perhaps your nightstand next to your bed or a drawer behind an out-of-reach cabinet door, such as in the kitchen.

The SECOND reason will again assist with your health and help protect our world's environment because we must… Properly discard all Expired Medicines!

Medicine Cabinets seem to collect and maintain items from years gone by. When my Grandfather passed-over, I helped clean out his medicine cabinet. I found a bottle with a 1940 prescription label. There was still liquid inside called Methyl Salicylate. After some research, I discovered that the clear liquid was used to soothe a cut or relieve an itch. The liquid is also known as Winter Green oil, however, if ingested this liquid can cause death.

Contact your local S.T.O.P. program or recycling facility. Ask How, Where, and When, they are collecting expired medications. DO NOT POUR liquids down the drain and DO NOT THROW OUT any pills or creams. One way or another those chemicals and medication will find their way into our Waterways and our Drinking Water supply! To learn more about this fact, consider our Water Workshop at GoingTrueGreen.com!

Remove all labels from your medication, tear the paper up and recycle. This must be done today just to help protect yourself from Identity Thief.

After your medicine cabinet has been cleaned out, here is another helpful accomplishment… Place all Toothbrushes inside the Medicine Cabinet!

Every household that keeps their toothbrushes on the sink or countertop should move these toothbrushes into the medicine cabinet for better health. As you know, smells and aromas travel through the air by the process of Diffusion. Bacteria will also travel through the air molecules and land on your toothbrush. The source of this bacteria can be from a sneeze or a flushed toilet when the cover is up. So put the lid down before flushing and keep your toothbrushes in a closed medicine cabinet, because just as the smell of Number 2 travels, so will bacteria.

The 10 Things Dad Doesn’t Have To Do On Father’s Day

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Natalie Weinstein is President of Natalie Weinstein Design Associates, The Natalie Weinstein Home Decorating Club and Uniquely Natalie, a quality consignment boutique. Enjoy Natalie’s Long Island Focus featured in House Magazine or call: 631.862.6198

This is an open letter to Dads (and their families, of course). Father’s Day “officially” comes once a year, but while we want to celebrate and respect you, Dad, all the time, on this day, you get a free pass. You can relax with the sports channels, play golf, tennis, fish or veg as the spirit takes you and we won’t ask or expect you to do a thing around the house.
Of course, on the day after and subsequent days before the “official” start of summer, you don’t get a free pass. This doesn’t mean that your spouse and kids (or anyone else you impress into service) are exempt from helping, but since not much time is left – you, the “Uber Dad”, must be their fearless leader. So here’s my list of things, large and small, that seem to be on “every dad’s” to do list.

   • Do some deck refurbishing.
   • Take out and clean the patio furniture.
   • Get the annual planting done and see that hoses, sprinklers, etc., are in working order.
   • Clean the barbeque and check if it needs a propane refill or wood burning logs.
   • Are those heavy sun umbrellas still in the shed or basement?
   • Are your painting or staining projects finished?
   • Are the gutters and leaders emptied of winter debris?
   • Did your grass get its first cut and re-seeding?
   • Is your garage in order so you can find your outdoor sports equipment for backyard or vacation fun?
   By the way, are you having fun yet? If you’ve checked off at least five of the above, you should be getting high marks from your dear ones. If you’ve done more, you should enjoy #10.
   • Get out that hammock, find a shady spot, and relax!

P.S. – If you didn’t even make it to #5, forget about the hammock and get started. You’ve still got a shot at Fourth of July!
And to all the Moms who double for Dads as well, feel proud of yourself and for all your accomplishments and enjoy the day, as well.
Happy Father’s Day to all!

Oh… The Places You’ll Go

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Tracy Rebentisch has a Bachelor’s Degree in English and enjoys to write as a creative outlet. Her love of writing began at a very young age and her writing style portrays humor and truth in relaying her real-life experiences to her audience. Her email address is:
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As the end of another school year approaches, I once again think to myself, “I have to get the book signed!” What book you ask? It’s the Dr. Seuss classic, titled, “Oh, the Places you’ll go!”. I bought this book a few years ago and every year have his teacher’s sign it and write a little something with regard to having my son in their class. I will be presenting it to him proudly on the day of his high school graduation. I will admit each year that goes on, it gets harder and harder to keep this a secret. In the early years before he could read, it was easy peasy! Once he learned to read, I had to get creative. I would put the book in an envelope, seal it and write a note on the front all the while telling my son his teacher asked to borrow a cookbook from me. When they were done, they would seal up the envelope with the book in it and write notes on top such as, “Thanks for the recipes, I used many in the book” or “Sorry, it took so long but, I had a lot of recipes to gather”. My son has never once been suspicious but, he probably thinks I am trying out for Top Chef pretty soon because all his teachers want my recipes. I am not sure how long I can keep up the cookbook idea but, so far so good. Think about doing this idea for your own child. I thought about waiting to read all the excerpts about my son the same night as he will – on graduation day, but, that did not happen. I was way too curious to wait so long! Figured I better get all the crying out now so when it is time for him to read through them, I would be fine (I think). Teachers are very, very special people. It always amazes me how well they know your child, just as good as you do, in fact. If you think about it, they are spending each day with him, 5 days a week for 9 months. That is a lot of time to get to know your child. They also have a way with words that pulls at your heart strings (have lots of tissues ready if you choose to read what they write each year.) If you have a young child prior to starting school, I highly recommend getting this book and having their teachers all write in it. It is the perfect book too as they become adults and continue on their journey. I have some time to go, but, I know he will be quite surprised and touched (he is a sensitive soul) by it. Oh, what a graduation present will this be!

Herseypark, Chocolate World, and the Amish Country

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Kathy Horowitz facilitates a monthly women’s writer’s group at the Life Center in Huntington. Her work has appeared in The Long Islander, Long Island Woman, Calyx, Blue Unicorn, and is forthcoming in Seventh Quarry. She recently self-published a collection of poems and completed the 50,000-word novel-writing challenge during November’s NaNoWriMo. Kathy offers freelance writing, editing, and proofreading services (kahorowitz@gmail.com)
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Who doesn’t love chocolate, rides and roller coasters, and going back in time when life was simple? I, for one, love all of the above except for the roller coasters. Here are some family outings for the spring and summer that’ll make everyone smile:

• Hersheypark, Hershey, Pennsylvania
(www.Hersheypark.com)
With over 3 million visitors per year, this themed park, founded in 1906 by Milton S. Hershey, covers over 110 acres containing 70 rides and 15 roller coasters and attractions. The most recent ride added is Hershey Triple Tower, the first drop towers at the park. Once inside the park, Founder’s Way is the first themed area, which has a Bavarian architecture. It begins outside of the main gate near Tram Circle and is free to enter. It is home to several shops, a Dunkin’ Donuts and Hersheypark Place, the only full-service restaurant in the park. Families can have breakfast with the Hershey’s Product Characters. The Hollow section lies along Spring Creek and is one of the oldest areas of the park. It features three roller coasters: Comet, Skyrush, and the SopperDooperLooper, the first looping roller coaster on the East Coast. The Minetown section features many classic attractions, including the Sunoco Twin Turnpike, coal Cracker log flume, Kissing Tower Hill, and Great Bear. New this year is ZooAmerica-North American Wildlife Park, 11 acres of which features native animals such as mountain lions, owls, and reindeer. Visit the Boardwalk at Hersheypark water park or the 330-foot tall observation tower (Kissing Tower). Waterpark attractions and rides include Roller Soaker, Tidal Force, and Canyon River Rapids. Pioneer Frontier is the southwestern-themed section of the park, which includes 4 rollercoasters: Trailblazer, Sidewinder, Storm Runner, and Fahrenheit. Finally, Midway America features 4 roller coasters including Wildcat, Lightning Racer, Wild Mouse, and Laff Trakk, a glow in the dark spinning family indoor coaster. There are several pools at the park: a small wave pool for children, called Bayside Pier and a larger one, called The Shore. Enjoy live entertainment at the Hersheypark Amphitheatre and the Music Box Theatre. Lodge at The Hotel Hershey, Hershey Lodge or Hershey Camping Resort. For discounted tickets, hours, and rides visit the website and visit your local Dunkin’ Donuts for coupon savings on admissions.

• Hershey’s Chocolate World
(www.hersheys.com/chocolateworld)
Adjacent to Hersheypark, follow cocoa beans on a tantalizing journey on this free 30-minute chocolate-making tour (free samples). Have fun creating your own candy bar. Visit your local Dunkin’ Donuts for a Sweet Deal and save $17 when you bundle all of Hershey’s Chocolate Experiences. How sweet it is!

• Lancaster County, Amish Country
Step back in time and enjoy Farm Tours at Verdant View (429 Strasburg Road, Paradise, 717-687-7353). There you can milk a cow, feed a calf, and learn during a guided walking tour of this family-operated farm. Or take an historic ride through the Amish countryside with Ed’s Buggy Rides (253 Hartman Bridge Road, Ronks, 717-687-0360). Be adventurous and take a hot air balloon ride to see all of Lancaster County (Balloon Rides Daily by US Hot Air Balloon Team, 2737 Old Philadelphia Pike, Bird-in-Hand, 800-763-5987).

Happy, sweet travels!

Things To Do With Dad On Father’s Day

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Daniella Machado-Belmonte,
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Father's Day is the time to honor all the men who play a special part in our lives: Fathers, Grandfathers, Uncles, Brothers or any man important to you. We've got suggestions for how to plan a memorable Father's Day to show your appreciation for all they do each and every day.

Belmont Park & Racetrack, 2150 Hempstead Tpke, Elmont NY
Enjoy a fun-filled day with Dad at the racetrack with breakfast, bourbon tasting, and racing! Treat him to a breakfast buffet at Belmont while Thoroughbreds train in the morning. After breakfast take a tram ride (weather permitting) through the stable area, enjoy a free paddock show and participate in a starting gate demonstration. Check out the car show at the Park and more family fun activities to fill the day. Patrons who wish to attend the afternoon races must purchase a $5 general admission ticket (receive a FREE stainless steel tumbler, while supplies last) upon re-entering the park at 11:30am. Buffet will be open from 7am-9:30am at the trackside café (located on the 1st floor of the Clubhouse), price is $12 per person, Kids 5 and under is $6. Breakfast includes, coffee, tea and juices. Attend Belmont Park and Racetrack and make it an unforgettable day for Dad. For more information, go to nyra.com/Belmont.

Long Island Aquarium, 431 East Main Street, Riverhead
Because all Dad are kids at heart… bring dad to the Long Island Aquarium for Father’s Day. All Dads will get the child admission price when accompanied by their child on Father’s Day; General admission for adults (13-61) $29, Children (3-12) $22, Seniors (62+) $25. For the adventure seeker, have Dad participate in a shark dive! The whole family can watch from the viewing window. Make this the Father’s Day he will always
remember. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance. Contact the aquarium for more information call 631.208.9200 x426 or go to
longislandaquarium.com

Schedule a Tee-Time
Do not want to travel long distance? Schedule a tee-time for you and Dad. Longislandgolfnews.com is a great site to scope all the golf courses on Long Island. Check it out! The site has price ranges and ratings for the golf courses, so you can book a tee-time at a great course without breaking the bank. What golf loving Dad wouldn’t want to do this on their special day? After all, Father’s Day is about showing your appreciation for them and what better way to do that with a gift they can appreciate?

Mattituck 63rd Annual Strawberry Festival, 1175 Middle Road (Route 48), Mattituck
Make this Father’s Day a whole weekend event. Starting Thursday, June15th, the 63rd Mattituck Lion Club Strawberry Festival will begin at 5pm and run through until Sunday June 18th for Father’s Day. Thursday will kick-off the festival at 5pm; carnival is from 6:30pm-10:30pm with a firework show at 9:30pm; Friday, June 16th will be open from 5pm-11pm, Saturday, June 17th from 11am-11pm and Sunday, June 18th 11am-5pm. Ticket prices are $5 for adults and children 5 and up; under 5 is Free. One-pay price ride bracelets are $30. No admission charge for Dads on Sunday, Father’s Day when accompanied with a child. Purchase tickets online at mattituckstrawberryfestival.org.

Schedule a Beer or Wine Tour…
If your dad is a fan of fine wine or a nice cold brew, schedule a tour out east. Tapped Enterprises and LI BEER BUS offers many different tours throughout the island suitable for your Dad’s tastes. Book a Beer and BBQ tour, Beer and Fishing cruise, Craft Cruise or customize your own tour! Tapped Enterprises and LI BEER BUS put together a great day of tasting and fun. Make your gift memorable and book a tour. For more information on tours and pricing, contact 631.913.3817 or go to libeerbus.com.

Last but not least…
Have a BBQ for the man of the house! Not sure if Dad wants anything for Father’s Day? Or on a budget? Show Dad how much you care by throwing a family BBQ. After all, Father’s Day is about family so why not enjoy it at home! Sometimes the best time is to stay in and create your own fun rather than go out to look for fun. Get some ribs, steak or anything that can be grilled and get that BBQ started up.

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