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Dining out Can Still be Healthy Men and women with an eye on shedding a few extra

pounds might feel as though dining out is a luxury their waistlines simply cannot afford. But many restaurants recognize their customers' growing desire for healthier fare. People can expect to fi nd a host of nutritional items on the menu at their favorite local restaurant, making dining out both a viable and healthy option for those who want to put money back into their community while enjoying a night out on the town.

Of course, diners who want to ensure their next night out is healthy can take a number of precautions before hitting the town with friends, family or that special someone.

count the calories for you on the menu or explain where and why they buy their ingredients in an attempt to ensure their customers' meals will be both delicious and healthy.

• Consider ordering off the menu. Ordering off the menu was a practice once reserved for bigwigs or restaurant regulars. Nowadays, many restaurants recognize that some customers might be on restricted diets for medical reasons and are willing to work with their customers who still want to enjoy a meal out without putting their health in jeopardy. Ordering off the menu does not necessarily mean ordering a dish that isn't on the menu. It can refer to asking that ingredients like salt not be used to prepare your meal or asking that a dish is baked or grilled instead of fried. Many restaurants are amenable to such requests, but it's up to the customer to ask.

• Ask for smaller portions. Smaller portions can help men and women maintain a healthy weight, and some restaurants even allow customers to buy half-portions for less money. If that option is available, take advantage of it. If not, skip the appetizer and dessert courses, and don't be afraid to leave some food on your plate at the end of the meal. You can always have your meal wrapped.

• Share your meal. Out on a date with your special someone? Then order one entrée and let your server know you plan to share the meal. You might have to pay a little extra to share the meal, but you won't be eating as much and the added cost of sharing will still be less than purchasing two entrees.

• Don't forget to eat before you dine out. If you miss meals throughout the day before dining out at night, you're far more likely to overindulge once you get to the restaurant. Be sure to eat a healthy breakfast and lunch and a healthy snack of fruits or vegetables before going out to dinner at night. If so, you won't be as hungry when you arrive at the restaurant and you won't overeat to combat that hunger.

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• Peruse the menu ahead of time. Many restaurants now post their menus to their Web sites, where prospective diners can get a feel for the restaurant while examining the menu for foods they can feel good about eating. Look for low-calorie meals and choose a few that you might want to eat when you arrive at the restaurant. Some restaurants may

Industrial Style hasHeavy Metal Edge

Let's say you like rustic decor, but you want something cooler than cabin. Industrial style may be the perfect choice. It has a time-worn appeal and an edgy look that can be both masculine and feminine.

MIX AND MATCHOne of the hallmarks of industrial style is the way elements

are mixed together. Wood and metal, stone and glass, brick and brass, and any other combination you can think of, can work together. Metal that's tarnished, faded, dented and worn is what's most striking in industrial design — a far cry from the polished chrome and shiny fi nishes found in most contempo-rary decorating styles.

In fact, the more abused and time-worn your industrial decor looks, the better. This is especially true of wood. Look for wood furniture that can warm up the room but still retains plenty of character and imperfections. Perhaps most interestingly, this beaten up patina works well when placed next to a leather sofa or upholstered chair.

MINIMIZEOther wonderful aspects of industrial design are its clean

lines and lack of adornment. Don't have a lot of accessories? No problem. A large metal sign looks better against an exposed brick wall than a table full of knick-knacks, anyway. Less is certainly more in industrial design, so pare down your acces-sories to a few single objects with impact. Look for items that are simple in function and have some kind of industrial look or function to them.

WIRE AND WHEELSAnother common design characteristic of industrial style

is the wheel and wire. When placed on a cart, a wheel takes on an informal look and a more industrial feel. The same is true of wire. Instead of wicker or linen baskets, opt for wire ones. Perhaps the best part is that many of these items are recycled.

Look for cool old school lockers and rusty gym baskets at your local thrift or salvage yard. Sometimes you can even fi nd them online. Nowadays, you can also buy new products that look old and have an antiqued industrial edge, such as Restoration Hardware's industrial tool chest console; it has all the panache of an old piece with the function of a new one (restorationhardware.com).

PUTTING IT TOGETHERWhether you have an old loft or a new condo, you can give

it an industrial edge quickly and easily. If you have concrete fl oors, add some rugs. If you have wall-to-wall carpeting and can pull it up and expose the fl oors, do it. Follow up with some metal tables, carts or shelves and an upholstered piece.

Look for antique signs or graphics, such as old patent drawings available free online through Google. Search for drawings of things you like, such as computers, cars, engines, farm equipment or furniture. Print, enlarge at your local copy center to a poster size and Voila! You have a great-looking print with industrial feel.

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In many families, kids and pets get along famously. Many youngsters are natural born animal enthusiasts while pets tend to respond to kids' gentle and loving nature. But the bond between kids and pets is one that develops over time and parents welcoming a new pet into their home should know that this transition is not always easy. Teaching kids to treat pets with love and respect, and watching pets to ensure kids are safe in their company can help calm parents' nerves. The following tips, courtesy of the ASPCA, can ensure both kids and pets stay safe while building a strong bond and a healthy relationship.

• Teach kids to protect themselves from overexcited pets. Pets, especially puppies, can easily become overexcited. This can be mistaken for aggressiveness, especially by kids who might be scared. If kids fear their

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themselves with these mannerisms as a safety precaution. If these signals are ignored, then the dog might bite to protect itself. Kids and adults should let the dog cool down before approaching it. Signs of defensive aggression include:

• ears back, pupils dilated • tail down and tensed • posture mildly crouched, weight over rear legs • muzzle tense, wrinkled and snarling, and teeth

exposed• Keep kids' toys away from pets and vice versa. Kids'

toys are not always pet-safe and pets' toys are not always kid-safe. Separate the two and explain to kids that they should not use their toys when playing with pets.

• Teach kids to respect a pet's "safe spot." Pets may need a place to which they can retreat and be sure no one will follow them. These spots are safe havens for pets, especially those adopted from shelters who might need more time to adjust to a new environment than a puppy or kitten. Teach kids to leave pets alone when they retreat to areas like a crate or sleeping space. Pets react defensively when others try to access their safe spots.

• Teach kids and pets rules for each game. When playing reward games, such as those when a pet gets a treat or toy if it behaves correctly, teach pets to sit in order to get their reward, and teach kids that the pet must be sitting in order to earn its reward. This can keep kids from being jumped on or accidentally bitten when a pet gets overexcited by the sight of a toy or treat. It also teaches pets that they can't get what they want simply by being physical. If the pet won't sit, then adults and kids should walk away without giving the pet its treat or toy.

Parents who bring a new pet into their home often fi nd the pet quickly becomes an irreplaceable member of the household, but parents should still take certain precautions to protect kids and pets alike.

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“A typical day at Kenwal Day Camp is the most exciting and fulfi lling day in a child’s life,” said Howard Feinstein. The director and owner of this fun-fi lled, family-owned day camp believes in bringing children to their highest potential in a non-competitive, activity-fi lled atmosphere. “At Kenwal, we truly care about the children and are always putting them up on a pedestal,” the passionate director continued.

Kenwal Day Camp is one of the busiest, most exciting day camps on Long Island, providing hours of entertain-ment for kids ages 3-15, including day trips, swimming activities, rock climbing, special guests — such as mimes and magicians — and theme days, like Crazy Sock or Hair Day — even piñatas and Halloween in Summer.

have new activities every year,” explained Feinstein. “Most of our older campers have been coming to Kenwal for 8-10 years, so we try to keep things new and exciting every time they return.”

Kenwal has an endless amount of activities on-site, such as batting cages, an infl atable water park, archery, beach volleyball, mountain biking, slip-n-slides, bungee trampolines, boating, gymnastics, go-karts, a video arcade room, an amphitheater and nature trails, but the older campers are able to go on adventurous day trips a couple times per week. “The facilities are kept separate for the younger and older kids, so the little ones can be a part of their own separate camp,” explained Feinstein. “Campers in second grade and below don’t leave the facility, but starting in third grade, we take the kids to Broadway shows, 6 Flags Great Adventure, Splish Splash, on shark boat tours and more,” an enthusiastic Feinstein added.

Kenwal has Special Interests Clubs for campers who may have a particular interest in one or more specifi c activities and wish to spend more time pursuing this interest. “These clubs are electives, some of which include drama, computer, tennis and swim. Kids who choose to do this spend a couple extra hours a week, so as not to interfere with any of the major activities of the camp,” stated Feinstein.

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On an evening when work had tired me out and I needed a place where I could enjoy a casual dinner with friends, La Piazzetta Café in Plainview was the perfect destination. Their menu is complete with fresh salads, chicken, shrimp, pasta and heros – all at a reasonable price - and the bar area serves wine and beer. La Piazzetta features a small dining room, with attractive décor and a TV to watch sporting events. This is an ideal “around the corner” location for a fun and relaxing evening.

On a Tuesday night, my friends and I were seated immediately – without reservations – and we discussed fondness for the surroundings. Before starting with a lightly fried, yet very crispy Calamari, we each enjoyed a glass of wine, with our complimentary bread basket. We continued with tasty – and very hot – Zucchini Sticks, as well as a delicious Pasta E Fagioli Soup, that was loaded with tubular pasta.

I, however, were more interested in the larger entrees. Having finally decided on the Chicken Semifreddo, a plate of flavorful, grilled balsamic chicken cutlets — topped with tomatoes and basil salad — arrived at the table, and I couldn’t wait to give it a try. One of my friends chose the Linguine Di Mare, and as it arrived, his mouth and his eyes began watering. The fresh baby shrimp, mussels and New England clams were all sautéed in a fra diavolo sauce and turned out to be a big hit at our table.

Another friend ordered the Penne Campagonola – pasta tossed with Bolognese sauce, fresh mushrooms, green peas and a touch of cream. She enjoyed the meaty sauce and was delighted to take the leftovers home for the following night’s meal.

The pasta choices are numerous at La Piazzetta and include spaghetti, penne, rigatoni, linguini and fettuccine. For a minimal surcharge, whole wheat pasta and gluten free dishes are available. The menu also consists of baked pastas, such as Lasagna, Baked Penne, Baked Ravioli Shells and Baked Penne Sicilian with eggplant. Chicken Pizzaiolo, Chicken Marsala and Grilled Chicken Primavera are available for the meat-lovers and there is a complete section of specialty pizza pies, also available by the slice.

Tiramisu and Cannolis added a sweet touch to our evening at La Piazzetta. As the meal came to an end, I happily sipped a douple espresso, while my friends enjoyed Cappuccinos. When you are looking for a restaurant with great food, that gives you the chance to kick back and relax with some friends or family, La Piazzetta is a great place to go.

Free local delivery and catering is available, and from Monday – Wednesday, enjoy Pasta Night for $9.95 during dine-in service. La Piazzetta is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner.

-Randy Gordon

A casual selection of heros fills the menu at La Piazzetta. Whether you are craving Chicken Parmigiana, Meatballs, Shrimp Parmigiana or Grilled Chicken, this restaurant can accommodate you.

My wife enjoyed a light meal of Caesar Salad topped with shrimp and noted that it was a fine size; she was satisfied, yet not too full. My friends and


To see your Community Event listed here, submit information four weeks in advance to [email protected]. Submissions can also be sent to: Community Events,North Shore Today, 17 W. John Street, Hicksville, NY 11801 or via fax (516) 496-9898.

• Spotlight Gala. Celebrate the arts in your community with an enchanting concert performance by Broadway Leading Lady, Stephanie J. Block, and a gourmet reception in the tented Spotlight Club. $300. 7:00 pm at Landmark on Main St,

Wednesday, May 8• Support Group. COPE, a grief and healing organization dedicated to those living with the loss of a child, holds its monthly meeting. Free. 7:30 pm at Elias Hicks Historical Home, 1740 Old Jericho Tpke, Jericho (516) 484-4993.

• Well Spouse Meeting. Well spouses or partners of the chronically ill and disabled are invited to a support group meeting. Free. 7:00 pm at St. Charles Rehab Center, 201 I.U. Willets Rd, Albertson (516) 829-8740.

• Career Workshop. Craig Yaris of EsquireTech Solutions presents “Grow Your Business with Email and Social Media: Simple Marketing Strategies for Small Businesses.” Free. 10:00 am at Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, E. Hills (516) 484-1545 x 212, sjjcc.org.

• Thrift Sale. Clothing, housewares, shoes, toys and books available for sale. Free. 9:00 am – Noon at Dix Hills Jewish Center, 555 Vanderbilt Pkwy, Dix Hills (631) 499-6644.

• Smoking Cessation Seminar. Kick smoking once and for all in this highly successful program conducted by a 35-year smoking cessation specialist. Free. 7:30 pm on 5/8, 9, 13, 14, 15, 16 & 21, at St. Francis Hospital DeMatteis Center, 101 Northern Blvd, Greenvale (516) 629-2038.

Thursday, May 9• A Taste of the Town. Stroll through Oyster Bay where restaurants and other merchants will offer food, wine, beer tastings, raffl es and many other treats. $50. 7:00 pm at Oyster Bay, various locations (516) 606-7660.

• Nutrition Update. Monda Marshall, medical nutritionist, presents “What to Eat and How to Eat It.” Free. 1:00 pm at Plainview-Old Bethpage Library, 999 Old Country Rd, Plainview (516) 822-3535, miyjcc.org.

Friday, May 10

Free, registration recommended. 9:30 am at Half Hollow Hills Library, 55 Vanderbilt Pkwy, Dix Hills (631) 421-4530.

• Boxing Show. Joe DeGuardia’s Star Boxing Rockin’ Fightsincludes in-house buffet style catering, cocktail waitress service and access to the Founder’s Room. $63.25 - $225.25. 7:30 pm at The Paramount, 370 New York Ave, Huntington (631) 673-7300, paramountny.com.

• Minyan Yeladeynu. Learn customs and symbols of the Shabbat. Children take turns leading different parts of the service, perform skits, discuss the parasha and talk about how it relates to them today, for ages 8+. Free. 10:30 am at Temple Beth Sholom, 401 Roslyn Rd, Roslyn (516) 621-2288.

• NAMI Walk. The National Alliance on Mental Illness hosts a fundraising walk to change the face of mental illness. Includes music, kids’ activities and fun for all. Free. 9:00 am registration, 10:00 am walk at Eisenhower Park/Pear Picnic Area, East Meadow (516) 326-0797, namiqn.org.

• Blessing of the Wheels. The community is invited to a blessing of all wheeled vehicles, including antique cars, bicycles, wheelchairs — anything. Bag and plant sale included. Free. 1:00 pm at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 16 Glenwood Rd, Glen Head (516) 676-4540.

Sunday, May 12• Just a Hike. Questions are welcome, but no formal nature discussion during this 6-mile, hilly, moderately-paced hike for adults. Bring lunch and water. $4, registration required. 9:30 am – 12:30 pm at Caumsett State Historic Park, 25 Lloyd Harbor Rd, Huntington (631) 423-1770, nysparks.com.

Monday, May 13• Art Demonstration. The Independent Art Society invites you to a fl oral watercolor demonstration by Louise Fucci. Free. 7:00 pm at Plainview-Old Bethpage Library, 999 Old Country Rd, Plainview (516) 931-7768.

• Writer’s Workshop. Writers will improve their skills and creativity through a hands-on workshop. $15 members for one session, $75 for series and $20 non-members for one session, $100 for series, registration required. 1:45 pm on 5/13, 20, 6/3, 10, 17 & 24 at Heckscher Museum of Art, 2 Prime Ave, Huntington (631) 351-3250, heckscher.org.

• Exploring our Identities. Join this group of women as they discover who they are, and meet others who may be vastly different or somewhat similar to you. $10 members, $15 non-members. 7:00 pm at Women’s Center of Huntington, 125 Main St, Huntington (631) 549-0485.

• LI Bonsai Society Meeting. Learn about the art of Bonsai and watch an expert demonstrate how to prepare raw material into becoming a bonsai. Free. 7:30 pm beginner’s help talk, 8:00 pm meeting, at Planting Fields Arboretum, 1395 Planting Fields Rd, Oyster Bay (516) 593-1855.

Tuesday, May 14• Why Reform Judaism? Study the history, philosophy and customs of Reform Judaism and how it differs from Conservative and Orthodox. Free. 10:00 am at Temple Sinai of Roslyn, 425 Roslyn Rd, Roslyn Heights (516) 621-6800.

• Auction. Join the Long Island Daylily Society for their Annual Daylily May Auction. Free entry. 7:00 pm at Planting Fields Arboretum Horticultural Center, 1395 Planting Fields Rd, Oyster Bay (516) 759-6691, lidaylily.org.

Wednesday, May 15• Open House. Learn about the freshwater ecology summer enrichment programs for kids, pre-school and up. Free. 4:00 pm at Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium, 1660 Rte. 25A, Cold Spring Harbor (516) 692-6768, cshfha.org.

232 Main St, Port Washington (516) 767-1384.

• Zumbilates. Join this fun exercise class — a great mix of Zumba and Pilates. $60. 9:15 am, 5/10, 17, 31, 6/7, 14, 21, 28, 7/12, 19 & 26, at The Bryant Library, 2 Paper Mill Rd, Roslyn (516) 621-2240 x 271, bryantlibrary.org.

• Mother’s Day Craft. Kids in grades K-5 are invited for a fun craft day to make their mothers something beautiful this holiday. Free, registration required. 3:30 pm at Locust Valley Library, 170 Buckram Rd, Locust Valley (516) 671-1837.

• Anniversary Gala Celebration. The Waldorf School of Garden City celebrates its 65th anniversary, complete with an award ceremony, cocktail reception and dancing. $175. 7:00 pm at Garden City Hotel, 45 7th St, Garden City (516) 742-3434 x 309.

• Poetry Reading. Open mike poetry reading. Just show up, sign up and read your poem or other’s words. $3 suggested donation. 7:30 – 10:00 pm at B.J. Spoke Gallery, 299 Main St, Huntington (631) 549-5106, bjspokegallery.com.

Saturday, May 11• Musical Event. Cantor David Katz and soprano Michelle Trovato will thrill you with their melodious voices during Opera on Broadway: A Magical Evening of Arias and Encores. $30. 7:30 pm at Temple Or Elohim of Jericho, 18 Tobie Ln, Jericho (516) 433-9888 x 14, templeorelohim.com.

• Workshop. Parents and kids are invited to a psycho-educational workshop for families recovering from divorce.


How to Pay “Wholesale”for College

Local College Planner Reveals 7 Tips toBeat The High Cost of College

Even affl uent families can receive tuition discounts of 20%, 30% or more, accord-ing to a local college fi nance expert.

Andrew Lockwood, J.D., an attorney-turned-Certifi ed College Planner, author and owner of a college fi nancial consult-ing fi rm in Plainview, will lecture on con-troversial, closely-guarded tactics used by upper-middle class - even “affl uent” families - to obtain $20,000 or more in college endowment scholarship money.

Lockwood plans to disclose four little-known “loopholes” buried in the De-partment of Education’s fi nancial aid regulations that could help families – par-ticularly upper-middle class families, small business owners and divorced families – dramatically slash college costs.

“If you’re hoping to get this advice from your guidance counselor or CPA - you’d better think again. There are more than 1,100 pages of regulations pertaining to the FAFSA - the “easy” fi nancial aid form! Don’t expect the college fi nancial aid of-fi ces to come to your rescue either – col-leges are businesses and, like any busi-ness, would strongly prefer you to pay them more, not less!” Lockwood said.

Andrew Lockwood, J.D.College Finance Expert, Author

Other lecture topics include:• How Families Earning Six-Figure Incomes Can Slash College Costs by Tens of Thousands of Dollars... Even Though Friends or Other So-Called “Experts” Say Otherwise!

• The Biggest Mistake 53% of Eligible Families Make... and How to Avoid it!

• The Strange, Counter-Intuitive Reason Why an Expensive, High “Sticker Price” College Can Cost Less Out of Pocket than a “Cheaper” Public University

• Last Minute Legal and Ethical Tactics You Can Use to Multiply Your Eligibility for Grants and Scholarships

• How to Improve a Stingy Financial Aid Award... Without a Gun!

• How Your Child Can Obtain $20,000 or More In Grants or Scholarships - Even if He’s Not a “Straight A” Kid and Did Not Cure a Deadly Disease Last Summer

These lectures are entirely free, but space is limited.

You may pre-register by visitingCollegeFinanceWorkshop.com

or by calling a 24/7, pre-recorded number:516.847.2508

P.S. Workshops are frequently “standing room only.”Reserve your seat so you do not miss out!

The date and time of the workshops are:

Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 7pm:The Business Corners

200 Motor Pkwy, Hauppauge, NY, 11788

Thursday, May 23, 2013, 7pm:Half Hollow Hills Library

55 Vanderbilt Parkway Dix Hills, NY, 11746

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