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Kenneth & Nancy Christensen
Steve Hearl
Elizabeth Hubbard
Carol & Arnold Rubin
Dr. George dos Santos
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Lawrence A. Kushnick Memorial Fund
In his life, Larry Kushnick was a community stewardship organization unto himself. We are deeply humbled to have been chosen as the recipient of donations to his memorial fund, and committed to honoring his legacy. If you would like to donate, please visit our website: www.leadershiphuntington.org and click the button that looks like the image above. Please be sure to provide complete information so we may inform his family. Thank you.
Find us on Facebook! Leadership IS community support. You contribution fuels this newsletter and other efforts to outreach our broader community, curriculum development, our scholarship program and so much more. Every little bit helps us serve you better,
THANK YOU!!!
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Leading Edge May 2014 Part II
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"This world of ours, ever growing smaller, must avoid becoming a community of dreadful fear and hate, and be, instead, a proud confederation of mutual trust and respect." ~ Dwight D. Eisenhower
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Gala and Graduation of the Class of 2014 HONOREE ANNOUNCEMENT!
Drum roll, please!!! And the winners are.... THE LEADERSHIP HUNTINGTON CLASS OF 2014: They are amazing. While we are in no hurry for their year to end, we are excited to celebrate them! Detailed photo journals of their ongoing journey are available on our Facebook Page. Graduate of Distinction: Paul Mandelik (Class of 2002), Chair of the Huntington Planning Board. Outstanding Community Trustee: The INCREDIBLY hard working staff of the Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce. Esteemed Founder: Craig Rider, Facilitator Extraordinaire. He's coming from Florida and we cannot wait to see him! Can you? Keynote Speaker: Ronald K. Stein (Class of 1998), Good Harvest Financial Group, Friends of the Coltrane Home in Dix Hill, Madoff Help News & Assistance, Vision Long IslandSponsorship and journal opportunities are available. Know a candidate for the class of 2015? Invite them to the event, and call Trudy at 516-521-3206. Details on everything coming soon!!! |
 
Talking About a Key LI Asset: Education!
How can we maintain and improve the quality of education on Long Island while at the same time addressing crippling property taxes? Why is early education so important, and what do our youngest learners REALLY need? Find out!
Community Conversation Air Times on HTTV
Cablevision Channel 18, Verizon FIOS Channel 38
Monday, May 15 at 10:15am
Tuesday, May 16 at 4:30PM
Wednesday, May 21 at 10:00PM
Thursday, May 22 at 8:00AMFeatured speakers (From left, above) Dr. Thomas Rogers, formerly Nassau and Western Suffolk BOCES, current incoming Superintendent of Syosset Central School District and John Cameron, LI Regional Planning Council have worked hard with a diverse cross section of stakeholders, including the teachers union and School Board officials to figure that out. Dana Friedman, Founder and President of the Early Years Institute has a lot of evidence-based things to say about the critical importance of age-appropriate preschool. James McGowan of Adelphi, (pictured above with Ken Christensen, President's Council Co-Chair of Leadership Huntington) was an excellent moderator. The discussion was important and informative! 
You can also view and download the video directly here.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE! We need you! Email info@leadershiphuntington.org to inquire!
We are deeply grateful for sponsorship from H2M Architects + Engineers, the Huntington League of Women Voters, the Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce, members of the Leadership Huntington President's Council and the Town of Huntington. We also offer our grateful thanks for the efforts of all of Huntington's Libraries who have joined together in partnership with Leadership Huntington to make these informative events happen. THANK YOU!!!
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Leadership Grads, We're Calling You!
Hello Leadership! You may have a message in your voice mail, or a phone call coming. If your information has changed, or you simply get a good chance to chat, please give us a call at 516-921-4896, or email info@leadershiphuntington.org.
Why are we contacting you? We call to update our database, find out what you're involved in, and put a graduate directory together so we can all better connect!
We want to know if you like the newsletter and let you know that we love to get your submissions.
We want you involved -- whether it's coming to our Community Conversations, our Gala, getting involved with our program, or just saying 'Hi!" and sharing your experience with us.
The Class of 2015 Needs Your Support! We're also seeking contributions to the Lawrence A. Kushnick Tuition Assistance and Community Engagement Fund. As many of you know, Larry (Class of '97) was a staunch advocate of helping people to get involved. It is an honor to now name the Leadership Huntington tuition assistance fund in his fond memory.
So help us develop, connect and engage! Call 516-921-4896 or email info@leadershiphuntington.org. Thanks!!!
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Call for Editorial and Sponsorships!
Barbara Kent (Class of 2004) wants you to know that there is still time to get involved in the next issue of The Corridor, but you have to act fast!
The focus is on "Transportation and Infrastructure." The issue is scheduled to launch on June 13 at Vision Long Island's Smart Growth Awards. Call 631.683.4660 for more info or write to Editor@TheCorridorLI.comYou can find past issues and find other great stuff on The Corridor's website. Representing a diverse exploration of people stepping up to take leadership across Long Island. the collection as a whole is worth delving into. Check it out!
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One World, Many Cultures: 6th Annual Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Prafulba Vaghela (Class of 2012) hopes you will join her for the 6th Annual Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration.
When: Saturday, May 24, 2014 from 1pm - 5pm Where: Vajiradhammapadip Buddhist Temple and Thai Cultural Center, 110 Rustic Road, CentereachFree admission to all outdoor activities: Including music, song, open theater for all ages. For Details: Check out the flyer
For more information, please contact Jim Young (631)974-1611, Vera Hu-Hyneman (631)790-7411 or Jim Liu (631)356-4237 or visit online at www.scaaab.org. Thanks!
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Moonjumpers Event to Support the YMCA! The Class of 2012's Rob Benson want's you to know that for the first time in 30 years, National Lampoon's Vacation will be seen on the big screen! Come enjoy it, hear great music from Peter Mazzeo. 100% of all proceeds will benefit the YMCA Summer Camp Program. Click here for the flyer When: Thursday, June 5, 6:30-10:00pm Where: Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave, Huntington$40 Ticket includes: Wine and Cheese Reception, Buffet, Raffles, Live Music and a Movie! Benefiting: YMCA Summer Camp Program For Tickets and other Details: Visit www.moonjumpers.org
For more information, please contact Rob Benson at 516-523-7141 or email robert.benson@nationalgrid.com. If you cannot attend, donations are still deeply appreciated. All checks and donations should be made payable to Moonjumpers Charitable Foundation, Inc. Thanks!
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Mary Jayne Casillo Foundation for Cancer Research and Awareness Annual Fundraiser
Jennifer Cassidy (Class of 2014) wants you to know that in 2008 she, Vince Casillo and others started a charitable foundation to honor Vince's wife who passed due to breast cancer.
Each year the Mary Jayne Casillo Foundation for Cancer Research & Awareness chooses a family or individual in need to honor at an event, and donates the proceeds directly to them. So come, enjoy food, music and an open bar: When: June 10th from 6-9pmWhere: The Huntington Yacht Club, 95 East Shore RoadTickets: are $55 per person. Raffles will be sold at the event
Check out the Flyer: Here. For more information, call: Vince Casillo - (516)639-9652, Mike Agnes - (631)807-8423, Jennifer Cassidy (631)612-0143, Jenna Herzog (516) 254-6834 Proceeds from this event will benefit the Allocca Family, which has been in financial need ever since the Mother was diagnosed with cancer. Thanks for helping get the word out!
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The Class of 2010's Elissa Ward Kyle wants you to know that Vision Long Island is proud to showcase the winners for the 2014 Smart Growth Awards! This year, they continue their tradition of honoring the individuals and organizations that display true Smart Growth leadership in advancing projects, policies, regulations and initiatives. Congratulations to the honorees, and don't forget to register early!
What: 13th Annual Smart Growth Awards
When: Friday, June 13th from 11:30a.m. - 2:00p.m.
Where: The Huntington Hilton, Melville, NY
It's an uplifting day for anyone interested in the health and vitality of our communities. The focus is on individuals and organizations advancing mixed-use development, affordable housing, environmental health and safety, open space and historic preservation, traffic calming and pedestrian safety, transportation enhancements, clean energy, downtown revitalization and/or community based planning.
Congratulations to all the honorees -- we hear the competition is getting hotter every year! We are especially happy to hear that Leadership Huntington President's Council member, Robert Scheiner is receiving a Regional Leadership Award. Congratulations, Bob!!!
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Volunteers Still Needed to Help Sandy Recovery!
Eric Alexander (Class of 1999) wants you to know that people still need help getting their lives back together Post-Sandy. Friends of Long Island partner groups are proud to continue volunteer efforts in both Nassau and Suffolk Counties and can help you get involved. To find a volunteer need that will fit your skillset, location and availability, please check out Long Island Volunteer Center's calendar. Not all projects and potential projects will be listed on the calendar. If you or your group would like to volunteer and an opportunity is not listed, please contact them. They will make every effort to match available volunteers to projects. You can also help by simply spreading the word. Friends of Long Island is a collaborative of grassroots efforts that aims to bring volunteer efforts, resources, education and other assistance directly to those in need Post-Sandy, without bureaucracy. Several regions are represented by multiple organizations working together to find solutions to the challenges facing the area.
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Megan Lavery Named Senior Account Executive for DKC New York City
Congratulations Megan Lavery (Class of 2007) on earning the title Senior Account Executive at DKC New York City, which was recently named the #2 PR firm on the NY Observer "Power 50 List". She pulled this off before her 30th birthday. We are not surprised. Go Megan!!!
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Class of 2014 Considers: Where do We Grow From Here?
The Class of 2014 spent a very full day considering Community and Economic Development in the Town of Huntington. They started off at the Huntington Business Incubator, where Tawaun Weber of Vision Long Island discussed the organization's primary focus on inclusive planning and development processes that are economically, environmentally and socially responsible.
Tawaun shared how Vision Long Island operates from facilitating the grass roots and diverse interests so they may find their common ground, to helping the highest levels of government identify how they can effectively help. She and Trudy also offered insight into how the organization itself developed and functions, and how it determines whether to get involved in a project or community. They discussed various projects across Long Island, the work of the highly diverse LI Lobby Coalition, and Vision's deep involvement in helping communities across the South Shore of Long Island recover from Hurricane Sandy. 
The Class then spent time with Ryan Porter of Renaissance Downtowns. They discussed the company's collaborative business model, and how it's being applied to efforts to revitalize Huntington Station, particularly the crowd-sourcing planning process being executed by Source the Station. Specific challenges were considered, as were initial plans and opportunities. 
After lunch, the class moved to LaunchPad Huntington, where they spoke with Mark Lesko of Accelerate Long Island. They discussed the organization's work collaborating with Long Island's world class research institutions and its business community to commercialize research and create an entrepreneurial ecosystem. Mark offered insight into the LaunchPad model as well as how venture capitalism works. He also shared specific models and opportunities that he sees in Huntington.
We then got to meet Tyler Roye, the entrepreneur behind E-Gifter, which is the anchor business operating out of the LaunchPad. We will be back to check out some of their upcoming networking events. It's interesting stuff! 
The class then got down to business of their own. What are they working on? Only time will tell...!
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Senior Portrait Special
We are thankful that Carrie Weston Studios donated photography services for our Gala last year.The studio specializes in portraiture and would like you to know that they're now running a senior portraits promotion for $250 that includes hair styling, make up and an 13x19 print. Want to learn more? Call them at 1-888-853-5054.
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Shop Local and Support Those Who Support Your Community...
Money spent local, stays local. We hope you support our beautiful downtown communities, and please consider those who catered to Leadership this year. We can vouch for their deliciously good service and their commitment to our community. Please give them your support -- and don't forget to tell them 'Thanks!' on behalf of Leadership!
Copenhagen Bakery & Cafe * 75 Woodbine Ave., Northport * 631-754-3256
Crossroads Cafe * 24 Laurel Rd. East Northport * 631-754-2000
DiRaimos Pizza of Huntington * 76 Wall St, Huntington * 631-673-5755
Fado * 10 New Street, Huntington * 631-351-1010
Four Food Studio * 515 Broad Hollow Rd, Melville * 631-577-4444
Grecian Corner Cafe * 88 Broadway, Greenlawn * 631-757-7202
House of India Restaurant * 256B Main Street, Huntington * 631-271-0059
Kashi Japanese * 12 Elm Street, Huntington * 631-923-1960
Kura Barn * Japanese Restaurant * 479 New York Ave., Huntington * 631-673-0060
Mac's Steakhouse * 12 Gerard St, Huntington * 631-549-5300
Maronis * 18 Woodbine Ave, Northport * (631) 757-4500
Mint Restaurant & Lounge * 1 Rind Rd. W * Garden City * 516-307-8677
Napper Tandy's * 229 Laurel Avenue, Northport * 631-757-4141
Robke's Country Inn * 427 Fort Salonga Rd, Northport * 631-754-9663
Suburban Eats * Deli, Catering & Pizza * 610 Broadhollow Rd, Melville * 631-293-3287
Vitae Restaurant & Wine Bar * 54 New Street, Huntington * 631-385-1919
Waterside Caterers * 1 Forester Ct. Northport * (631) 754-1859
Wine Shack * 1200 East Jericho Turnpike, Huntington * (631) 673- WINE
Beyond dinner, please consider these other local establishments who demonstrate commitment to our community:
Ashbourne Designs * 380 New York Ave, Huntington * 631-547-5252
Carlos Rodriguez of Mary Kay * frenchrose@marykay.com
Cinema Arts Centre * 423 Park Ave, Huntington * 631-423-7611
ClayTime * 46 Gerard St, Huntington * 631-425-6133
Forever Fit Gym * 96 Washington Dr, Ceterport * 631-271-7820
The Harbor Club * 95 New York Ave, Huntington * 631-271-5600
Honu Kitchen & Cocktails * 363 New York Ave, Huntington * 631-421-6900
John W. Engeman Theater at Northport * 250 Main St, Northport * 631-261-2900
La Piele Spa of Huntington * 198 New York Ave, Huntington * 631-629-4334
London Optical * 281 Main St, Huntington * 631-427-8500
Lovingood Fitness & Gym * 310 New York Ave, Huntington * 631-629-4080
Leslie's Hair Salon * 9 Green Street, Huntington * 631-421-0860
Main St. Nursery * 475 W. Main St, Huntington * 631-549-4515
Microsoft * 160 Walt Whitman Rd, Suite 1006B, Huntington Station * 631-760-2340
Natural Beauty in You * 125 W. Shore Rd, Huntington * 631-923-3200
Nova Monda Chocolate * 550 W South Boulder Rd, Lafayette, CO * 303-906-8858
Paint the Town Studio * 17 Green St, Suite 6, Huntington * 631-683-5788
Papillon Salon * 16 Elm Street Huntington * 631-549-8542
The Paramount * 370 New York Ave, Huntington * 631-673-7300 Rexer-Parkes Clothing * 35 Gerard St, Huntington * 631-549-1810
Salon Mayan * 20 Clinton Ave, Huntington * 631-683-5757 Sedoni Gallery * 304 New York Ave, Huntington * 631-547-4811 Spa Adriana * 266 Main St, Huntington * 631-351-1555 Summit Graphics * Bill Bohn * bohnwr@optonline.net * 631-880-1210 Sweat Equity * 43 Ontario St, Huntington * 631-424-7255 The Tilles Center * 720 Northern Boulevard, Greenvale * 516-299-2752 Total Graphics * 396 Conklin St. * Farmingdale * 516-777-1900 Tudor Jewelers * 260 Main St, Northport * 631-754-8410 Value Drugs of Huntington * 349 New York Ave, Huntington * 631-427-2919 |
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We hope in this newsletter to continually thank and support the multitude of people who fuel Leadership Huntington and give this organization reason, purpose, and deep satisfaction. There's no way to ever do it all at once, but we hope you know that every bit of financial support, guidance and volunteer effort is deeply appreciated and has impact beyond what any of us can know.
We hope you enjoyed this edition of the Leading Edge. We love to hear your feedback and to find out more about what our grads are up to. Please send your comments and submissions to
Sponsorship opportunities are available
Sincerely,
Katheryn Laible, Newsletter Editor
Leadership Huntington Foundation
Leadership Huntington is an independent 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation that has been developing, connecting and engaging community leaders in the Town of Huntington since 1995. To learn more, visit www.leadershiphuntington.org or contact us at: 164 Main Street, Huntington, NY 11743 (T) 516-521-3206
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