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Friday, May 19, 2017

Vol. 93, No.35

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Rec. Comm discusses St. Paul’s rental fees

MEMORIAL DAY FAIR PLANS

BY RIKKI N. MASSAND

A 25-minute executive session to discuss advice of village counsel kick-started the Wednesday, May 3 meeting of Garden City’s Board of Commissioners of Recreation and Cultural Affairs (Rec. Commission), after months of debate over the high facility fee increases incurred by Garden City nonprofit organizations. Each May and June Garden City sees two major events at St. Paul’s, the Andy Foundation’s annual Yard Sale, which took place on May 13, and the annual Jay Gallagher Memorial Lacrosse Tournament, coming up for its 20th year in the village on Saturday, June 17. The Jay Gallagher Tournament is reduced to a single day instead of two consecutive days due to higher field See page 42

Village considering options for senior transportation

Plans are underway for the 64th annual Memorial Day Fair on the grounds of the Cathedral of the Incarnation. The Fair will take place from noon to 4 p.m. This year’s fair will include a wider range of games including a rock climbing wall. Above, Dean Michael Sniffen at the dunking tank. See page 45.

New restaurant coming to Franklin Ave. BY RIKKI N. MASSAND A new restaurant moving into 990 Franklin Avenue recently gained municipal approvals by both the village’s Architectural Design Review Board (ADRB) and the Planning Commission, the latter less than a week after the Village Board of Trustees set a public hearing to approve zoning changes for the Seventh Street T-zone and make the strip more restaurant owner-friendly in terms of process to open in the district. The new Franklin Avenue restaurant will be Perennial,

a farm-to-table and fresh food initiative from a young couple, with culinary creations by Chef Peter Mistretta and local inspiration from a Long Island native, his wife Ashley. Their hope is for permits, construction and eventual setup to last throughout the next two months, with a grand opening later in summer. A few final approvals and permits from the village’s Building Department are in the works after ADRB and Planning Commission’s official reviews. This week the Village Board kept an agenda with two public hearings for May 18, and each

would alleviate longtime restrictions for the Seventh Street area. The second of two proposed amendments was aimed at easing the longtime parking space allotments required for each restaurant (based on the number of seats for patrons). But parking also came up for the Planning Commission’s review of Perennial, as a stretch more north on Franklin Avenue morphs into its own ‘culinary row’ in Garden City. The newest addition plans to bring the village the very best in Long Island-sourced food and beverSee page 42

BY RIKKI N. MASSAND

Based on discussions from the Board of Trustees down to subcommittees and now the Recreation Commission, the village will attempt to provide senior transportation to key facilities: the new senior center, the library, and the Garden City Pool, at some point in 2017. But the process has taken a few turns, none of them leading to either a contractual agreement or the purchase of a designated municipal vehicle, yet. Kevin Ocker, Garden City’s department head for Recreation and Parks, said he has had meetings with the village’s Senior Advisory Group and as evidenced at Board of Trustees’ meeting there has been continued discussion on the possibility of a new service. Last fall at a meeting Trustee Theresa Trouvé, See page 43

School budget passes

The Garden City School District’s 2017-18 budget passed with 1,129 yes votes to 238 no votes on Tuesday, May 16th. This represents an 83% passage rate, one of the highest on Long Island. The budget is for $112,661,581 which is a 1.65% increase over the current budget. In addition, voters approved a second propostion, that allows for the use of the Capital Reserve Fund for a group of projects that include HVAC system updates at all seven schools and roofs at Homestead and Stratford.

GCHS Baseball team continues winning streak PAGE 59 Girls Varsity Lacrosse wins first playoff game PAGE 61

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Restaurant Row

We were glad to hear that another new restaurant will be coming to Garden City in August with the opening of Perennial on Franklin Avenue. It is encouraging that there are business owners who believe they can do well here, and it is also encouraging that the Village will be making an effort to streamline the approval process for new businesses. Having a “restaurant row” on Franklin Avenue and Seventh Street helps to draw people from other towns into Garden City, and helps the local economy thrive. While restaurants compete with each other for customers,

having a large group of them together is actually beneficial to all because “foodies” generally like to try all different kinds of fare, and generally go out to eat often. Years ago, Franklin Avenue was known as “the Fifth Avenue of Long Island” when there were numerous department stores there. Later on, many financial services firms came to town, and some called it “the Wall Street of Long Island.” Now, with all the great restaurants, in town Garden City is beginning to be known as the place to be for those who love food.

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To the Editor I am a lifelong resident of GC; my kids are fourth generation. I’m writing about the enormous (800%!!) increase in the fee for use of St. Paul’s fields and field house. This past Saturday I was once again happy to make impulsive buys at the Andy Foundation’s fabulous tag sale. The day before, I was among many residents who dropped off various things to be sold at the sale. The dozens of GC women and dozens more of our teenagers & young adults who give endless hours of their time to this charitable endeavor are an example of the best of our village. They spend their time sorting through furniture, sports stuff, kitchen items, clothes, antiques, everything imaginable into categories. They set up dozens of tables, have shopping bags ready, and price every item. They carry to and from cars. They man the sale and then clean up the field house for hours afterwards. The Andy Foundation came about through a GC family’s tragedy, nobly transformed into a charitable mission to help others. The Andy fund is entirely non-profit, encourages and teaches concern for others and volunteerism to our high school kids, and raises thousands of dollars a year to local charities. What a powerful lesson to our youth that this family and their friends redirects their suffering into helping others. As the mom of a young adult with autism, I’m happy that one of the charities is the Pal-O-Mine equestrian program for those with special needs. I’ve seen how Andy has assisted with the re-building of Sandy-damaged Breezy Point homes. Their other beneficiaries are equally worthwhile. The Jay Gallagher crew and Molly Fund are also GC non-profits, and were both also created following a GC family’s tragedy. Both involve dozens of our teens & young adults in their programs. Lots of GC kids give their time helping out at the Jay Gallagher lacrosse tournament. The tournament now includes

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To the Editor: Ever wonder why nothing gets done about the outrageous soaring cost of prescription drugs? I do. So recently a family member was mugged by the drug / hedge fund / private equity interests in this country. A simple medication many of us are familiar with, Erythromycin, was prescribed for a diagnosed infection. Many of us are familiar with this drug from raising children who suffered from ear infections. Cheap and effective is how it is viewed. This is no longer true. A 30 day supply in pill form cost See page27

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kids with special needs, of which of course there are plenty of right here in town who can now join in the fun. It’s great to see the jugs of sunscreen provided by the Molly Fund all around the GC Pool, lacrosse games, golf courses, tennis courts, etc. Molly’s educational efforts include school presentations; brochures at doctor’s offices, school health offices, and beach clubs; local bus ads, and more. It would be a great loss to our village if the Andy Foundation is forced to stop their annual St. Paul’s tag sale. An 800% increase in St. Paul’s usage fee means drastically less money raised to support local charities because Andy’s primary fundraiser would be eliminated. I was at a village meeting recently where a Recreation Dept. person stated that she had voted for the increase...but no explanation whatsoever was given by her or anyone else (at that meeting or anywhere else that I’m aware of) as to why there is a sudden 800% increase in St. Paul’s usage fees. Everyone expects a small increase now and then, but 800% all at once with no explanation is very strange. I ask the trustees to consider a separate fee structure for Garden City based, non-profit organizations. This would mean that any higher fee would be for out of town groups that are for-profit, such as the antique book far held every year at St. Paul’s. Patty McEntee Knap

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Police Commissioner Kenneth Jackson announces the Garden City Police Department will be participating in the Statewide Buckle-Up New York, Click It or Ticket enforcement initiative from May 22nd through June 4th. The enforcement of seat belt and child restraint laws saves lives. During this initiative, highly visible patrols and checkpoints will be conducted throughout the Village, targeting non-compliance to occupant restraint laws including child safety seat laws. The goal of the Garden City Police Department’s Occupant Restraint Enforcement Program is to drastically reduce personal injuries and fatalities due to auto accidents through education and enforcement. According to the New York Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC), 2014 statistics show unrestrained or improperly restrained occupants account for 21% of highway deaths in New York, greater than alcohol related factors and speeding. Commissioner Jackson states that the Department’s participation in this effort has been made possible through

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Buckle Up, New York: Click It or Ticket funding received from the GTSC with assistance from the Nassau County Traffic Safety Board. The following is a brief overview from the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee regarding New York State’s Seatbelt/Occupant Safety Laws: All front seat occupants regardless of age must wear safety restraints. The driver is responsible for all front seat passengers under age 16. All rear seat passengers under age 16 must wear safety restraints. All children under 4 years old must be restrained in a federally approved child safety seat. Children ages 4, 5, 6 and 7 must be properly restrained in an appropriate child restraint system, one that meets the child’s height and weight recommendations according to the child restraint manufacturer. Drivers will be accessed three points against their driver’s license for the conviction of occupant restraint laws regarding child passengers under 16 years of age.

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“Will Sing For Food” encore performance

“Will Sing For Food” is pleased to announce that they have been invited to perform an encore performance of their 2017 show May 20th at The Lutheran Church of the Resurrection located at 420 Stewart Avenue, Garden City. The show starts at 8:00pm in the auditorium. “Will Sing For Food” is an annual concert to raise funds for The Long Island Council of Churches food pantries. Starting in 2011 as a small group in the basement of The Garden City Community Church, this event which now consists of a cast and crew of over 50 volunteers, has donated over $75,000 to this worthy cause.

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Rotary honors Bobby Menges for community service

The Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club is thrilled to honor Bobby Menges, a 19-year life-long resident of Garden City and currently a student at Duke University. Bobby will receive Rotary’s coveted Community Service Award at a cocktail reception on Thursday evening, June 15, 6:00 to 830 p.m. at the Mercer School on the Close of the Cathedral of the Incarnation, 65 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City. Please join Rotary as we honor this remarkable young man at this most special venue. Rotary’s Community Service Award commemorates the spirit of volunteerism, commitment and contributions to the Village of Garden City, Mineola and beyond. For the better part of his 19 years, Bobby Menges has lived a life of service. Despite – or possibly because of his numerous and chronic health issues, Bobby has devoted much of his time and perseverance to community service and fundraising in his myriad efforts to help pediatric cancer patients of all ages. When he was five, Bobby was diagnosed with stage IV neuroblastoma, a rare and aggressive pediatric cancer that affects some 650 children every year. Following close to 18 months of various and intense treatment, he suffered a severe fracture of his femur in a skiing accident. After two leg surgeries and months of rigorous physical therapy, it

became clear that further intervention was necessary. In 2008, as he was preparing for a limb-lengthening/reconstruction procedure at the Hospital for Special Surgery in NYC, Bobby’s cancer returned. Thanks to incredible coordination between his primary oncologists at then Winthrop-University Hospital (now NYU Winthrop), the clinical trial oncologist at New York Presbyterian and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, and his leg surgeon at HSS, Bobby’s limb-lengthening procedures of the femur were successful. Bobby remained healthy until early 2016 when his cancer reoccurred causing him to take a medical leave from college and return home for treatment. With help from his father, Peter, Bobby founded “Back in the Game,” a free program administered through Professional Performance Athletics in Garden City. “Back in the Game” is designed to help pediatric cancer patients of all ages gain back their strength, balance and coordination lost to side effects of chemotherapy and other cancer treatments. While at Garden City High School, Bobby’s service and fundraising activities included playing the guitar (his number one passion) weekly in St. Brigid’s RCC Rock Band and at various charity events; being a junior volunteer

Bobby Menges at Winthrop, a Junior Ambassador for the CPOS, fundraising for various cancer organizations (including the Miracle Foundation, Charlie’s Chapions, St. Jude’s and St. Baldrick’s). In 2014, Bobby was named the Long Island Chapter of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s “Man of the Year” after raising nearly $95,000 in 10 weeks.

Bobby will have completed his sophomore year at Duke where despite continuing his cancer treatments he carried a full load of classes while continuing his services. He is a mentor for teenage patients with chronic health issues through the ATLAS program via Duke Medical Center. Bobby is also a volunteer for Camp Kessem for children whose parents have cancer. He and his brother, Jake, recently hosted their 11th semi-annual Blood Drive at their home in late December where over 550 units of blood were collected. In addition to playing the guitar, Bobby also enjoys snowboarding, golf, reading, and playing any sport – real and invented – with his friends on his family’ backyard astro-turf. Please join us in honoring the extraordinary Bobby Menges Rotary’s 27th recipient of its Community Service Award. Reservations are required by June 8, at $75 per for adults; $35 for attendees under 21. To reserve electronically, visit www.RotaryCSAEventbrite. com, or mail checks made payable to Mineola-Garden City Rotary and mail to Tracey Gittere at Legendary Events, 532 Mineola Ave., Carle Place 11514. Sponsorships are available. For information or to reserve by phone, please call Tracey Gittere or David Gross at (516) 222-0550.

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THE VIEW FROM HERE

The new health care bill BY BOB MORGAN, JR.

I'm not sure it's worth commenting at length on the latest Washington flap, the firing of FBI director James Comey. If it turns out that President Trump was personally involved in election-related collusion with the Russians, something I doubt happened, he will have far bigger problems than his somewhat maladroit handling of Mr. Comey. If he wasn't involved, there isn't much here. It wasn't long ago that Democrats were saying they lacked confidence in Mr. Comey. And, yes, there are enough investigations without a special prosecutor that any wrongdoing by Mr. Trump will be uncovered. This piece will instead discuss the American Health Care Reform Act (ACHA), the Republican vehicle recently passed in the House to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare. Health care matters considerably to average Americans, and Congressional Republicans need to tread very carefully here. A bill that is perceived as unfair or excessively harsh could lose them their House majority in 2018. In general terms, the GOP bill eliminates both the individual mandate to purchase health insurance and the employer mandate to provide a plan. In lieu of the individual mandate, a 30% surcharge is imposed on coverage to previously uninsured individuals. The minimum actuarial standards for employer plans are ended. An age weighted system of credits for health insurance is provided, with higher income limits than under Obamacare but smaller credit amounts. Individuals are encouraged to provide for their own care through expansion of flexible spending and health savings accounts. The maximum differential for premiums between the young and the pre-Medicare older individuals (for example, age 64) is increased from 3 times to 5 times. Federal subsidies to states for Medicaid are subject to a per person cap. By far the most overwrought criticism of the AHCA relates to preexisting conditions. Under some circumstances, a state can elect to permit waivers of community rat-

ing in individual policies, which in effect would allow medical plans to price premiums on the basis of medical history. States that do this would have to establish high risk pools and the legislation provides for subsidies for these pools. As National Review's Rich Lowry points out, the effect of this provision is extremely limited. It does not apply to anyone covered under an employer plan, nor to anyone covered by Medicare or Medicaid, nor to anyone covered in the individual market with a coverage gap of less than 63 days, nor to a resident of a state that has not requested a waiver. And, as noted, there is a fund established to ameliorate the effect of this provision. Beyond the overwrought rhetoric about preexisting conditions, the AHCA attempts to address real shortcomings of Obamacare, and not just the increased taxes and coercive nature of the individual and employer mandates, and not even the new taxes it imposes. Basically the Obamacare system raised premiums for many people, particularly in the individual markets, to unaffordable, or at least excessively high, levels by requiring younger and healthier participants to subsidize high risk individuals. The result is a vicious cycle under which many healthy participants opt out and in effect take their chances. This is already happening in a number of states where insurers are pulling out of the individual market or raising premiums sharply, which will further deplete coverage of healthy participants. The only real response would be to keep increasing subsidies to insurance companies, which creates an unchecked entitlement and likely a call for a single payer system, also known as socialized medicine. The AHCA will be modified by the Senate. On the political side, its viability may depend on lowering premiums for many people, and soon. On a policy side, there need to be assurances that credits are structured so that large numbers of people will not lose reasonable levels of coverage. On the whole, the AHCA is a work in progress, but its provisions do address some important issues.

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THE OFFICE CAT BY GABBY TABBY Bikes taken: On May 10th two bicycles were reported stolen from an open garage of a Garden Street residence. Hit and run: On May 10th Garden City Police investigated a two vehicle property damage accident on Clinton Road where one of the vehicles left the scene without stopping. The circus is in town: On May 10th Garden City Police, along with the MTA Police assisted with traffic control at several railroad crossings and intersections within the Village. Drug arrest: As a result of a joint narcotics investigation involving the New Hyde Park and Garden City areas, Garden City and Nassau County Detectives arrested a 27 year old New Hyde Park man for the alleged possession of concentrated cannabis, sale of an imitation controlled substance, larceny and resisting arrest. Door damaged: On May 11th the rear garage door to an unoccupied residence on 2nd Street was found damaged. Bridge bash: On May 11th Garden City Police investigated a vehicle crash where a large truck travel-

ing north struck the train trestle on Cherry Valley Avenue. The truck was damaged and was towed away from the scene. The driver of the truck, 22 year old Brooklyn man, was charged with disobeying bridge clearance signs and uninsured operation. Phone taken: On May 12th a cell phone was reported stolen from the service desk of the Mobil Service Station on Franklin Avenue. Lock your cars!: On May 12th someone entered vehicles parked in a 1st Street driveway during the overnight hours; there is no reported loss at this time. Window damaged: On May 13th, after hearing a loud noise, a Boylston Street resident found a front window to his house damaged. Cars damaged: On May 13th a Franklin Avenue car dealer reported four vehicles were damaged in the company’s parking lot during the See page 39

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GARDEN CITY UPDATE NEWS AND INFORMATION Mayor@gardencityny.net

The Board of Trustees and the Village Staff are embarking on new methods and procedures to communicate with members of our community, including our residents, commercial tenants, visitors, friends at Adelphi and local merchants. We will no longer publish the “Mayor’s Column.” We hope to make this our new weekly column to advise you of matters that the Village is working on, events and other important information. And of course, please visit our website for additional information: www.gardencityny.net.

Memorial Day Parade

On Monday, May 29, under the direction of the William Bradford Turner Post - American Legion, the annual Memorial Day observance in our Village will commence with the interdenominational memorial church services at 9:00 a.m. at the Cathedral of the Incarnation. The traditional Memorial Day Parade will step off promptly at 10:00 a.m. at the intersection of Stewart and Cherry Valley Avenues. It will proceed north on Cherry Valley Avenue to Tenth Street, east on Tenth Street to Franklin Avenue, south on Franklin Avenue to Seventh Street, west on Seventh Street past the Reviewing Stand, which will be located at the Village’s War Memorial, just west of the Library, where official ceremonies will take place. Residents are urged to honor the men and women who gave their lives for our country by attending these services. Retail sales will be prohibited in the Village on May 29 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with certain exceptions. The Village ordinance, which follows closely to the State statute, provides that all trades, manufacturers, agricultural or technical employments are prohibited, as well as all manners

of public sale or offering for sale of any property on Memorial Day between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Exceptions are restaurants, catering services, prepared items such as tobacco, bread, milk, eggs and so forth, service station products, medicines, delicatessen items and alcoholic beverages.

Buckle-Up New York, Click It or Ticket

Police Commissioner Kenneth Jackson announces the Garden City Police Department will be participating in the Statewide Buckle-Up New York, Click It or Ticket enforcement initiative May 22 through June 4. The enforcement of seat belt and child restraint laws saves lives. During this initiative, highly visible patrols and checkpoints will be conducted throughout the Village, targeting non-compliance to occupant restraint laws including child safety seat laws. The goal of the Garden City Police Department’s Occupant Restraint Enforcement Program is to drastically reduce personal injuries and fatalities due to auto accidents through education and enforcement. According to the New York Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC), 2014 statistics show unrestrained or improperly restrained occupants account for 21 percent of highway deaths in New York, greater than alcohol-related factors and speeding. Commissioner Jackson states that the Department’s participation in this effort has been made possible through funding received from the GTSC with assistance from the Nassau County Traffic Safety Board. The following is a brief overview from the Governor’s Traffic Safety See page 39

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Civil rights figures to portray Dr. MLK, Jr. and Malcolm X

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Thursday, June 1st, 6-10pm

Happy Hour, 6–7pm; Blessing of the Motorcycles, 6:30pm

Friday, June 2nd, 6-11pm Saturday, June 3rd, 2-11pm Sunday, June 4th, 1-9pm

Celebrity Chef Cook-Off with Iron Chef’s Michael Psilakis, 3pm

Greek Orthodox Cathedral of St. Paul

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Frederick K. Brewington, Esq.

Rev. Dr. Calvin O. Butts, III

Rev. Dr. Calvin O. Butts, III and Frederick K. Brewington, Esq. – two distinguished and well-known civil rights figures, as well as two of this year’s Abraham Krasnoff Courage and Commitment Awardees – will portray a conversation between the two legendary and globally known civil rights figures Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X. The conversation will portray how Dr. King and Malcolm X might comment on the social and political climate of 2017 were they alive today. Dr. Butts and Mr. Brewington will conduct this dialogue in lieu of traditional speeches. It will take place at ERASE Racism’s Annual Benefit, June 7, 2017 at the Garden City Hotel. The evening begins at 5.30 pm. Rev. Dr. Calvin O. Butts, III, Pastor of the legendary Abyssinian Baptist Church in Harlem and president of the State University of New York College at Old Westbury, is being recognized by ERASE Racism as a renowned, visionary civil rights leader. Frederick K. Brewington, Esq.,

longtime attorney who has won many important victories for civil rights on Long Island, is being recognized by ERASE Racism as a pioneer, game-changing civil rights attorney. ERASE Racism’s Annual Benefit will take place on June 7, from 5.30 pm to 8.30 pm at the Garden City Hotel. In addition to Dr. Butts and Mr. Brewington, ERASE Racism will posthumously honor Amy Maiello Hagedorn, a passionate funder who cared deeply about systemic change. This award will be accepted by her daughter, Lisa Valentine. ERASE Racism will also present its Leadership Award to Islamic Center of Long Island for its promotion of interfaith harmony and social justice. To purchase Annual Benefit sponsorships, journal ads, visit this link or call (516) 921-4863. To purchase tickets visit this link or call (516) 9214863. For more information, contact Elaine Gross, ERASE Racism’s president, at (516) 921-4863 ext. 12 or elaine@eraseracismny.org.

GCHS Class of 1992 reunion The Garden City High School class of 1992 will be holding its 25th reunion on October 14th at 7:30pm at Revel, 835 Franklin Ave. Please see the class’ Facebook page

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Yale Women’s Campaign School An invitation to the community comes to Garden City

On June 29th Ellevate Women’s Networking will host the bipartisan Yale Women’s Campaign School along with local Nassau and Suffolk women Legislators: Laura Schaefer and Monica Martinez. The Mercer School on The Cathedral Close will welcome Patricia Russo, Executive Director of The Yale Women’s Campaign School for a lively evening, working both sides of the aisle for the advancement of women in public life. To register please go to: https://www. ellevatenetwork.com/events/6327women-in-politics-101 Or call Susan MacDonald at 516.643.5286; or Lisa Arning at 516.95.0509

Legislator Monica Martinez

On June 13, the Board of Education will be holding a Regular Meeting at 8:15 p.m. in the Garden City High School Library. Prior to the Board meeting, starting at 6:30 p.m., the Garden City community is invited to attend a special

reception honoring the district’s longterm service members and retirees, including Superintendent of Schools Dr. Robert Feirsen. The reception will be held in the high school cafeteria; light refreshments will be served.

“The Girl Scout Way” Legislator Laura Schaefer

Patricia Russo

Recently, Troop 1242 was hard at work on their next badge “The Girl Scout Way.” The girls learned new songs, worked together to solve problems as a team and helped each other along the way. The afternoon was a great example of friendship and learning to problem solve. Well done, girls!

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Garden City Historical Society’s 12th Annual Flea Market Camp Kidville

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The goal of the Kidville University (KVU) program is to welcome children to their first “school” experience with sensitivity to the needs of the child and the family during the separation process. KVU is a social preschool alternative program. We help children practice and observe positive language-based interactions to meet their needs in all areas of developement.

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Mary Mahoney, The Garden City Historical Society President and Maryann Caterino, A. T. Stewart Exchange Manager welcome all to the A. T. Stewart Flea Market.

Photo by Suzie Alvey

Enjoy a day of shopping on the grounds of The Garden City Historical Society Museum, 109 Eleventh Street at the Society’s 12th Annual Flea Market. The grand event takes place on Saturday, June 3, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free. For your convenience, the Society suggests parking in the public lots near Lord & Taylor. Vendors will offer a wide variety of merchandise including furniture, antiques, household items, jewelry, collectibles and more. Refreshments are available for purchase at Cornelia’s Café, staffed by volunteers from the Society. For your shopping convenience, the Society’s consignment shop, the A.T. Stewart Exchange, located on the lower level of the Museum, will be open all day. The shop offers a unique fare of merchandise, old and new. During the day, the Museum will be open for guid-

ed tours. The Garden City Historical Society owns and operates the Museum, an original 1872 A.T. Stewart-era Victorian structure, fondly known as an “Apostle House,” which was deeded to the Society by the Episcopal Diocese. Founded in 1975, the Garden City Historical Society, a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization, is celebrating its 41st anniversary as an organization, and the 11th anniversary of the opening of the Museum at its current location. All profits from the A.T. Stewart Exchange go toward the restoration and preservation of the Museum. For additional information about the Flea Market or the Exchange, call 516 746-8900 or email store@ atstewartexchange.org. For the latest news on upcoming Historical Society events visit our website, www. gardencityhistoricalsociety.org.

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road intersections. The county has not been proactive in placing or repainting cross walks on a number of busy intersections and the MIC is compiling a list of intersections to review. The MIC also received information from residents on the lawsuits filed by Disability Rights Advocates against the MTA stating that “360 of the 472 subway stations are unusable by people who cant take the stairs making NYC’s underground system one of the least accessible in the nation for people in wheelchairs and with mobility impairments”. Meetings are open to the public and the committee will take all requests to review barriers to the disabled in the village. Please contact Gerry Kelly at gerry7th@gmail.com or cell 302-547-0800.

The Mobility Impaired Committee will be meeting on Monday, May 22, at 7:30 PM at the Old Senior Center on Rockaway Avenue behind St. Paul’s. The agenda will include updates on request for ADA bathrooms at the high school, Garden City Pool 2017 and our proposal for 7th Street handicapped parking. Residents can still sign petition for handicapped parking on 7th Street by going to change.org and searching Gerry Kelly. New agenda items include reviewing crosswalks on Nassau County roads in Garden City and the various lawsuits brought against the MTA by the disabled community. Residents will discuss upcoming requests for crosswalks and signs stating, “Turning vehicles MUST yield to pedestrians” at busy county –village

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Dr. Paul Callahan and his wife Jeanne will be the honorees June 12 at the St. Joseph School 14th Annual Golf and Tennis Open and Honoree Dinner. Visit www.sjspta.com to see details on how to join us! The St. Joseph School Father’s Association would like to invite you to The St. Joseph School 14th Annual Golf and Tennis Open and Honoree Dinner right here in Garden City at the Cherry Valley Club on Monday, June 12. The proceeds of this fun-filled fundraiser will support and expand technology education at the school. These funds will also stabilize tuition payments so the school remains affordable for parents who want to send their children to St. Joseph School’s exemplary Catholic school program. This year’s honorees are Dr. Paul and Jeanne Callahan, active parishioners in the St. Joseph Church community who have made significant contributions to St. Joseph School. All four children of the Callahans graduated

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Ladies tennis fundraiser for Children’s Medical Fund (CMF)

On Friday, June 9th Children’s Medical Fund (CMF) of Garden City will be hosting a Ladies Tennis Event. Proceeds from this event will benefit The Children’s Medical Fund Center for Pediatric Diagnostic Studies at Cohen Children’s Medical Center - part of Northwell Health. The fun will begin at 11:30 am with a round robin doubles tennis tournament at the Garden City Country Club. You do not need to sign up with a partner. The tennis pro will rotate players. All levels are welcome. Lunch will be served court side for all participants. The cost of the event is $75.00 per person for tennis and lunch. For those non-tennis players, you may join us for lunch at $40.00 per person. There will be plenty of raffle prizes and everyone in attendance will receive a favor. If you would like to attend the event or make a donation, visit cmfny.org or if you need more info please email: edilemme@optonline.net

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Interview, reception with centenarian Ed Palkot Garden City Public Library Wednesday, May 24th, at 1:30PM Garden City resident Edward J. Palkot is featured in a new book about centenarians, Aging Gracefully: Portraits of People Over 100 by Karsten Thormaehlen. Mr. Palkot, who is 103 years old, is featured as one of the 52 portraits of centenarians and also wrote the three-page forward to the book. Aging Gracefully invites readers to look at portraits of centenarians captured by the lens of photographer Karsten Thormaehlen. The striking photographs are accompanied by short biographies of the centenarians from around the world, featuring quotes and wisdom on love, food, humor, and living with grace. Mr. Palkot will share his wisdom and approach to life at a Q & A program followed by a reception on the Lower Level of the Garden City Public Library on Wednesday, May 24th at 1:30PM. All are welcome to honor this Garden City centenarian. No registration is required.

News from the Children’s Room Memorial Day

Monday, May 29th is Memorial Day, the unofficial start of summer! Fly the flag, march in a local parade, or enjoy a barbecue. Take time to reflect on the men and women of the armed services who sacrifice their lives so that we may enjoy our freedom. The Children’s Room has many books to honor veterans and to celebrate this holiday including Memorial Day by Clara Cella, Memorial Day Surprise by Theresa Martin Golding, and Memorial Day by Mir Tamim Ansary.

Children’s First Floor Display Case

The Children’s Room will now be sponsoring the First Floor Display Case (near circulation). For the month of May, the display will be featuring PopUp Books. Once the display is over in June, the Children’s Room is planning to house these pop-up books on a shelf for all patrons to enjoy. The Children’s Room has an extensive collection that includes The Knight Pirates by Peter Harris, London by Jennie Maizels,

Garden City resident Ed Palkot is featured in a new book about centenarians and also wrote the forward to the book.

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Summer Reading Club 2017

Planning continues for the Summer Reading Club for 2017. The theme this year is “Build A Better World”. The Kick-Off show for ages 2 ½-through 5th grade and their families will feature PetraPuppets! Registration will be online. The Children’s Room is arranging many programs that will make summer here at the Library both fun and educational. Keep an eye out for programming and registration information. Please check the Library website www.gardencitypl.org for upcoming events and registration dates. Funding for programs has been provided by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library. Priority for registration and participation is given to children who are Garden City Public Library cardholders.

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library cardholders and must be done in person with photo identification, proof of age (preferably a driver’s license), along with your AARP membership card. Payment of $20.00 for AARP members and $25.00 for non-members for course materials and must be made at the time of registration. Non-Garden City Library cardholders may begin to register on Wednesday, June 14th if space is available. Cash will not be accepted. You must pay by check made payable to AARP.

The Friends of the Garden City Public Library will suspend collecting book donations from Memorial Day, May 29, through Labor Day, September

4. The group will conduct inventory on the books that have already been received. The Friends apologize for any inconvenience.

Musical Program at the Garden City Public Library Sunday, May 21, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. Dynamic song stylist Diane Hoffman will salute the wonderful Frank Loesser. With over 700 songs to his credit, Frank Loesser had a successful career in Hollywood and conquered the Broadway musical. His Guys and Dolls

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Inspirational author Louise Manigualt at Community Church BY MELVA VICTORINO On Sunday, May 21st at 9:15 – 10:15 AM, Ms. Louise Manigault will lead the Sunday Forum Series at Garden City Community Church (GCCC) on “Living Faithfully Through Your Seasons”, from her latest book, “Supersize Your Faith”: The Ultimate Collection of Favorite Meditation, Prayers and Scriptures Louse Manigalt is a former New York City public school teacher, who taught English more than 14 years. She is a certified Paralegal and worked for several years as a real es¬tate property manager. After becoming a member of St. Albans, Louise worked for 6 years in the church office. Her administrative, real estate and business skills prepared her for her current position of Executive Administrator of the Metropolitan Association, New York Conference, UCC where she has worked for more than 16 years. Louise is an active toastmaster achieving the highest award level of “DTM” Distinguished Toastmaster.

She is a founding member and has served, several times, as the dedicated president of her club, Talk of the Town Toastmas¬ters. She has also mentored and coached other clubs in the District. Louise is also a prolific writer and published author eight inspirational and motivational books. Her most recent book, Supersize Your Faith, is a best seller among those who are seeking more faith and a determination to live in the Spirit. She has established a global presence through her web site, www. myinspirationsfromgod. com and her “Inspirations” Facebook page. Her messages, spoken at many churches, leave the hearers looking forward to hear¬ing more of her meditations and testimonies about God’s love. Her latest book, Growing Deeper in Your Faith, will be published in the Fall of 2017. She has been recognized for her achievements as evidenced by many awards and honors which include: The “Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Ministry through

Literature Award” presented to her by the United Black Christians of New York in 2005 One of the Honored Lay Woman of the Year in the New York Conference, presented at the UCC General Synod in June, 2010 Featured in the Cambridge “Who’s Who” Registry of Executives, Professionals and Entrepreneurs in 2011 and 2012 Recipient of a Citation from the Brooklyn Borough President when she served as the first woman president of a New York Rotary Club in the 1990’s and for her service as a dedicated member of the Board of Directors for the Brooklyn Navy Yard Boys and Girls Club. Louise has also been featured in the “Queens People” section of New York Newsday as a published author and entrepreneur. With all of these things, she still finds time to reach an even broader audience with her inspirational web site, working as a contributing columnist for “Our Times”, a local newspaper and serving on the Board of Directors for

Louise Manigualt the Parish Resource Center in Valley Stream, New York. Louise has been a devoted member of the St. Al¬bans Congregational Church since 1995. The Community is invited to attend the forum in the church parlor. The Garden City Community Church is part of the United Church of Christ and is an Open and Affirming congregation. Worship services are Sundays at 8:30 AM in the chapel and

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Email: Editor@GCNews.com From page 2 $630. If you are a senior citizen, you cannot use coupons because the manufacturer expressly states the coupons are not eligible for Medicare patients. The result is insurance pays for $470 of the cost. The out of pocket cost for the patient is $157. In the year 2010, a 30 day supply of this drug is reported to have cost $9. Now, how did this happen. A company called Arbor Pharmaceuticals owned by a private equity firm now owns the formulary for this drug, which it purchased from Abbott Laboratories. Arbor employs 600 people, 500 of which are salespeople. Arbor is owned by JW Asset Management, and in turn that firm is minority owned by world famous KKR. These facts were revealed by an investigative report by Robert Langreth from Bloomberg News on December 16, 2016. Readers are encouraged to search this information on line to verify the facts. How can this be fixed? The New York State Retirement System has an investment in KKR. Thomas P. Di Napoli is sole trustee for the Investment Portfolio. He must immediately withdraw that investment, as New York residents should, under no circumstances allow investments in companies that are arbitrarily forcing senior citizens, Medicare, and insurance companies to pay prohibitive prices for these drugs. Such practices force up the Consumer Price Index, thereby contributing to inflation. In case the executives at JW Asset Management and KKR are unaware senior citizens of this country must survive on FIXED not VARIABLE monthly incomes. Managing household incomes is a challenge for all, and especially so for retirees. Lastly the actions of these companies directly affect the budgets of municipalities that have chosen to “pay as you go” for retiree health benefits. So. Legislators of Nassau County, New York State, and Congress should take action to solve the ongoing problem of prescription drug out of control pricing. Matthew R. Cody

Oppose cell antennas

To the Editor: We applaud Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor, Joseph Saladino, for publicly stating his opposition of RF radiation emitting cellphone equipment (antennas/repeaters) in Oyster Bay residential neighborhoods. As reported last week in Newsday and on multiple T.V. new stations, Supervisor Saladino heard the voices of his Woodbury residents who came home from work finding new 30 foot tall, wooden utility poles placed in public right of ways in front of their homes. Cell equipment boxes and

repeaters/antennas had already been installed on the new poles. Just as outraged as the residents of Garden City were in 2010 and again in 2016, so were the residents of Woodbury last week. As stated on CBS News by Woodbury resident, Dr. David Burg, “You couldn’t give me $10 million for this, OK?” “There are potential health risks to these. They are aesthetically not pleasing. There’s also the devaluation of our home.” Dr. Burg’s story is our story, except in Garden City, the radiation emitting antennas were placed and hidden on private backyard property in residential areas with emissions affecting many homes, playgrounds, and schools within 500 plus feet of each cell antenna, emitting radiation 24/7. Although in 2010, the GC mayor and trustees at that time were involved in knowing the privately owned homes, lands, and areas that would be affected by cell antenna equipment, the Village never included the homeowners in the revelation that moving forward, the residents in the area of newly planted cell antennas would be exposed to continuous radiation. The residents of Garden City don’t need more exposure to possible carcinogens. Town Supervisor Saladino speaking in strong support of his residents stated in Newsday that the antennas should not be placed in residential neighborhoods and that the FCC should study the health effects of antennas. He will demand that Crown Castle, the telecommunications company who installed the poles and equipment in Woodbury, remove all cell equipment. Saladino stated “We will make sure our voice is heard as we stand in lockstep with our residents to protect their rights and our communities.” On News 12, “Saladino says he’s rescinded current cell tower construction permits.” “It’s outrageous that our residents have to put up with this, “says Saladino.” Crown Castle sent a statement to News 12 regarding the Woodbury cell antenna situation stating that it will work with the Town of Oyster Bay in regards to pole locations. ABC News reports that “Crown Castle says it is committed to working with local officials on placement. Hundreds have already been relocated.” CBS News reported from the scene at Woodbury, “Long Island residents have vowed to fight back.” Crown Castle currently owns cell antenna equipment and infrastructure throughout Garden City residential areas. RF radiation emissions according to the World Health Organization are now categorized as a recognized possible carcinogen. RF radiation emissions issue is real and frightening. Saladino’s response to Woodbury’s radiation crisis is spot on. Permission to go on private properties wasn’t given by Garden City home homeowners seven years ago. It also was never given last year in 2016 when

Crown Castle tried to perform their more powerful upgrades of cell antennas and equipment in the three backyard locations in the eastern section of Garden City. We insist that the current cell phone antennas and equipment be moved to more appropriate commercial locations and away from our homes, schools, and playgrounds now. This NEEDS to be the Village’s focus and priority this year. We can’t afford or wait for another year to go by living like this in our community! Our committee has repeatedly asked several past mayors and Village Trustees to please open negotiations with Crown Castle to remove and relocate the current cell antennas to more appropriate locations outside of residential home areas in Garden City. We now have new leadership in Garden City. Mayor Daughney, Board of Trustees, and Mr. Suozzi, we ask that Garden City follow the lead of other community leaders and outwardly oppose cell antennas in residential areas and demand these antennas that have been affecting so many people since 2010 be swiftly removed! We ask that the Village along with the residents work with our village attorney, Mr. Peter Bee, and any other necessary law firms, along with our government leaders to finally, after 7 long, health compromising years, get

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To the Editor: This is a subject that has been discussed time and again by Heads of State, scientists, writers, teachers, lay people, etc. etc. but unfortunately forgotten or postponed. Fortunately however there are many others, including myself’ that increasingly continue to worry about it. Policies can and do change while ‘experts’ identify cause and effect but forgetting, de-emphasizing the gravity, the danger that the world and humanity may and do face if the agreement is broken, such irresponsible action will be totally inexcusable and extremely dangerous. Yesterday, some peace returned to me and surely to many others when I read on Thursday papers that the Obama Policy on climate, survived for the time being the vote in the Senate. See page 30

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Spring five week session of Adult Pastel begins

Our Spring session of Adult Pastel with Arleen Urban will begin on Friday, May 26. This program is open to adults who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City. Our spring session meets for five weeks from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in St. Paul’s Cluett Hall. The cost of this program is $ 67.50. To register for this program, please Visit the Garden City Recreation and Parks’ Administrative Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. or if you have a password, you can register online at www.gcreconline. gardencityny.net.

1950s Oldies music with George Salem

On Monday, June 5th at 1 pm, George Salem will play a mix of his fabulous music collection for the 1950s. This is the third presentation in a series, but it will be different than the previous two. We will continue to have sing-alongs, with lyrics, plus some folk music from the 60s and 70s, and even a few tunes from the 40s.

Special events for the month of May

Monday,May 22 at 1 p.m. Musical Revue: “This is My Country” with Joel Zelnick - Come and enjoy the songs of our country and others while Joel Zelnick entertains us. Listen and sing along during this musical performance.

Register for any of the above programs EXCEPT “Chow Down” by calling The Senior Center at 385-8006. To attend the “Chow Down” please call the Office of Recreation and Parks at 4654075.

Special events for June

Thursday, June 1 at 10 am – Live Healthier and Longer with Good Nutrition, sponsored by Senator Kemp Hannon’s Office. Monday, June 5 at 11:15 am – Cool Down Meditation, sponsored by Emblem Health. It’s getting hot outside! Join us to cool down with a guided meditation by a Meditation Specialist, followed by a talk on Medicare by a Medicare expert. Monday, June 5th at 1 pm - 1950s Oldies music with George Salem, George Salem will play a mix of his fabulous music collection for the 1950s. This is the third presentation in a series, but it will be different than the previous two. We will continue to have singa-longs, with lyrics, plus some folk music from the 60s and 70s, and even a few tunes from the 40s. Wednesday, June 7 at noon – “Spring into Summer” Luncheon. Come and enjoy lunch with your friends as we celebrate the end of spring and the coming of summer! This luncheon is sponsored by Recreation and Parks and will cost $6.00 to attend. Reservations are neces-

FOR SENIORS sary by visiting our Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway with your $6.00 fee. Thursday, June 8 at 1 pm – A Tribute to a Stroll Down Memory Lane – Join Linda Ipanema as she takes you an a musical journey from 1930 to 1970, almost a half century of great music! From Sophie Tucker to Billy Joel, Linda is a great entertainer who all will enjoy! Friday, June 16th at 11 am – Balance Testing with James Horn of Chelsea and Resolution Physical Therapy

Exercise with Felicia at 9:45 am Chair Yoga with Connie at 11 am THURSDAY Exercise with Joy at 9 am (paid class, prior registration is needed) Yoga for all Levels with Allie at 11:15 am FRIDAY Exercise with Felicia at 9:45 am Resistance Bands w/ Felicia at 10:45 am Meditation with Connie at noon Tai Chi with Connie at 1 pm

Recreation and Parks is offering the following exercise classes for seniors at The Senior Center on Golf Club Lane. For the next few months the classes will be free in order to for you to try each class, after which they will be offered at a nominal charge. Classes are open to all seniors ages 60 and older who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City. Classes might be canceled due to a special event or trip so please check the bulletin board at The Senior Center for updates. MONDAYS Exercise with Felicia at 10 am Tai Chi with Connie at 1 pm Meditation with Connie at 2 pm TUESDAYS Yoga for all Levels with Allie at 11:15 am Chair Dancing with Felicia at 2:30 pm WEDNESDAY

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Garden City Retired Men’s Club

Monday, May 22 Sandwiches Monday, May 29 Holiday No Mtg *Monday, June 5 *Special Notice to members: On this date, at 12:30 PM, George Salem will be using our meeting room (expanded) for a music party. Members may either attend the event or use other rooms within the senior center for their activities. Sorry for the inconvenience. Monday, June 12 Sandwiches Bowling every Friday during season at Herrill Lanes. Contact Joe Leto at 248-9022. Poker players: check with John Marino at 248-1770. We welcome bridge, and especially non-bridge, players, in order to expand the variety of our activities. Some suggestions: poker, chess, backgammon,

other card games, cribbage and billiards Also you may come for just conversation, camaraderie, and to make new friends. Lunch is served roughly twice a month.

About the GC Retired Men’s Club

All Garden City men, 55 years and older, are eligible for membership. Annual dues are a very “expensive” $10. Meetings are every Monday Noon to 4PM, and a less formal meeting at the same time on Thursdays. The Club offers a large screen TV, card games (bridge, poker, cribbage), chess, backgammon, and billiards. In good weather we offer cookouts, bocce, shuffleboard and horseshoe pitching. (For more information call our membership chairman at 327-0226.)

The Recreation and Parks Department, with the advisement of the Senior Advisory Committee, is sponsoring the following trips for seniors who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City during the upcoming months. Please remember to register early because all trips are first come, first served. No registrations will be taken before they are announced in the paper and payment must accompany any registration. Wednesday, June 14 – Metropolitan Opera House to see the ballet “Swan Lake”. This is a matinee show. We will travel by coach bus and lunch will be on your own. Seating is limited. The cost of this trip will be $85, checks only, made payable to Jo Falabella. PLEASE NOTE,

THIS TRIP IS NOW FILLED. Tuesday, June 20 – New York Botanical Garden featuring the Chihuly Garden Exhibit and lunch on Arthur Avenue. We will travel by coach bus to the Garden where you will have approximately three hours to see the artwork of world-renowned sculptor Dale Chihuly as well as the rose garden and more that venue has to offer. We will then visit Arthur Avenue and have lunch at Mario’s. The cost of this trip will be $85, checks only made payable to Rendezvous Travel. Tuesday, July 11 – “Summer on the Boardwalk”, Atlantic City. We will travel by coach bus to Resorts Casino in Atlantic City, where we will see a performance of the “Unexpected Surfer Boys” who will sing your favorite summer songs. We will also receive $25 in slot play. Gamble, enjoy the show and walk on the boardwalk to enjoy the day! The cost of this trip will be $50, checks only made payable to Rendezvous Travel and lunch will be on your own. To register for any of these trips, please visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. Please note, once the fees are sent to the venues, they are not refundable so make your selections carefully. All trips are open senior residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City only.

GC Senior Bridge results

On May 8th the GC Senior Bridge group had its Dick Sanzo trophy game. The winners were Grace Kelly and Carol Anderson. Other winners for the day” North/South 2--Grace Basile & Joan Cowie 3--Pat Dolan & Gloria Mentzel East/West 1--Irene Christie & Nancy Cervini 2--Arlene Dausch & Carmel Quill

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Email: Editor@GCNews.com From page 27 I do feel however, that more drastic, positive action is urgently needed since the present Administration has pushed aggressively to dismantle most of its predecessor’s environmental legacy. This, is incomprehensible to me considering that the agreement was signed in Paris in 2015 by 125 countries included the United States receiving the blessing and support of most of our politicians. So far, at least five scientists have been ousted from EPA board while an open door has been widened for the benefits of business. Furthermore, the present administration has directed to radically change the core of EPA including a forty percent reduction of its main scientific unit and rolling back some others critical recommendations from the previous administration regulations on climate change and protection of clean water. The result of these changes could and will be quite dangerous since investigation will be relegated and the implementation of crucial measures to safeguard and increase the ‘health’ of the climate will decrease and substantially diminish, resulting in business interests elevation. This will be dangerous since our priorities, should be primarily and foremost directed and focused toward the reduction and elimination of the disastrous horrors produced by the likes of Sandy, Irene, etc., etc., and which I firmly believe, were early warnings of others more powerful, destructive storms. The reality is that the world is warming up. The level of carbon dioxide on Earth is, already, very high and continues to rapidly increase raising the planet’s temperature. Scientists also warned that glaciers in the con-

tiguous United States will disappear within a few decades due to climate change. Without any doubt, the climate change is already imperiling food production around the world and threatening to aggravate the migration. Sea levels are also increasing rapidly and storms will also increase in strength flooding and displacing millions of people from homes and business. Already in many parts of the country fears of levee failure has prompted mandatory evacuations. Action is required before it is too late and the time is NOW. The United States should and must remain in the Paris Climate Agreement. In this respect, I believe it is worth to mention Mr. Obama’s recent speech during a conference in Milan focused on climate change. He said: ‘I made climate change a top priority because I believe that of all the challenges that we face, this is the one that will define the contours of this century more dramatically perhaps than any other’. We need to believe and to trust the people in charge. Empty promises dangerously delay the real problems that we face. Mother Nature is strongly starting to express her disappointment for the forgetful, bad treatment so far received from human kind. Indeed, regulations must be adopted and fully carried out to keep air and water clean, protected from dangerous chemicals, reduce carbon emissions, protect our coasts, and to ensure that we, our children, grandchildren and future generations, are protected and can and will enjoy the natural beauty of the world. To do nothing will allow chaos to loom over our planet. Let’s believe that we can change history. Yes, we can ! Antonio Moreno

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Nothing says “summer is here” like the opening of the Garden City Pool each June. Since 1957 the Garden City Pool has been a major success and a tribute to those leaders in the 1950’s for their vision that was ahead of its time. This photo was taken in the late 1970’s looking from the main pool to the Kiddie Pool with the snack bar in the upper left with the newly built game room next to it. Today, the pool complex has changed greatly. In the 1990’s, a major renovation was done and more recently more changes. However, through all the changes it remains a great part of our summers in Garden City as it was during my childhood.

In the spring of each year, as one of its many service projects, the Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club provides dictionaries for third graders at Stewart, Stratford, St. Anne’s and St. Joseph’s schools. When the distribution of dictionaries has been completed by Rotary volunteers who visit each school with the books, explaining the value of their content, the Club provides the dictionaries for the New Ground charitable organization located in Hempstead. Founded in 1991, New Ground provides for social work and educational service to help families and veterans break the cycle of poverty and homelessness. Pictured along with members of the New Ground staff are Rotarians making the delivery of dictionaries to the facility. From left: New Ground Executive Director Shanon Boyle, LCSW with Rotarians Adam Karol, Jennifer Poupis, project chair; Althea Robinson, Joanne Meyer-Jendras, and New Ground Associate Program Director Evol Sweeney.

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The Community Club of Garden City and Hempstead will be holding its Spring Bridge on Thursday, May 25th from noon to 4 p.m. at the Garden City Country Club. If you do not play bridge, you can bring your favorite game and play that. Luncheon will be served first and there will be prizes for winners in whatever game that meets your fancy. Raffles will be available and the money will go towards the club’s scholarship fund. Reservations will be accepted in the amount of $50 per person and much of that will also go towards the scholarship fund. Checks made payable to the Community Club of Garden City and Hempstead and sent to Diana O’Connell at 605 Hewlett Street, Franklin Square NY 11010. Come and have fun all for a good cause. It will not be long before school is over for the summer. Of course, there is always a summer camp to go to and they can be not only fun but also educational as well. A travel trip to a historic place is also educational and there are many such places right here on Long Island. Many of them that are good for children are: the Heckscher Museum in Huntington; Garvies Point Museum; Nassau County Police Museum, Franklin Ave., Mineola; Old Westbury Gardens; Queens Countyh Farm Museum in Floral Park, Science Museum of Long Island in Manhasset; and many more. Try one out that is nearer to you and see how the children like it. You may be surprised. Remember it will not be long before the Garden City Pool is opened so get your membership over to the Recreation Department. You will not be sorry you did it. Now that you ahve some idea of what the children would like, I have news for you - you will like them too. An early reminder for you is that the Court St. Anne #1077 will be having a June Luncheon Bridge on Thursday, June 22, at 12 noon in St. Anne’s McCloskey Auditorium. The

fee is $25 per person made payable to St. Anne’s Court #1077. Get your check in soon so you and your friends can enjoy the afternoon together and for a good cause. Mail it to Mrs. Joan Evans at 132 Wickham Rd., Garden City NY 11530. I know it is early, but do it now and you will be sure to get in. Did you know that in 1935 it became illegal for airplanes to fly over the White House, that the French ocean liner Normandie set a record breaking maiden voyage across the Atlantic and Japan invaded Shanghai, China. Well, you do now! I just like to keep you on your toes. Did you also know that May’s full moon was called the Flower Moon because blossoms are abundant everywhere at this time. I just like to keep you abreast of all the items that most folks do think about. Mary Polak returned from a tour of the Philadelphia Flower Show and her verdict was - it was just lovely. The Clark Gardens organized the tour and everyone had a good time. Do you know why you should visit gardens? Because you learn so many things that you never learned before and your plants in the house or in your garden you will thank you for it by doing their best to thank you for helping them to perform. Some day if you keep helping them to perform you just might win a prize and you will thank them for their help. In fact, here is an idea to think about : “It’s hard to win a game of solitaire.” It is better to keep your flowers happy! They will repay you for it. In fact - I think I will go out and thank them for all they do for me! I will try to remember to tell you what they said in the next week’s column. See you then.

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“Senior of the Year”

Tyler Biscone of Garden City, a senior captain of the Mount Saint Mary Knights Men’s Soccer Team, was awarded the Mount’s male “Senior of the Year” award. This award recognizes the male student athlete who has accomplished the most throughout his tenure as a Knight. Tyler was previously named first team AllSkyline Conference and Skyline Defensive Player of the Year. Tyler started his soccer career at the age of 4 in the Garden City Centennial program and continued playing throughout his years at the Garden City High School. Tyler will graduate from Mount Saint Mary College with an M.B.A. in accounting on May 20th.

IN MEMORIAM Joseph C. (“Joe”) Mohen Joseph C. (“Joe”) Mohen passed away peacefully at home Saturday morning holding his wife of 61 years, Virginia Mohen’s hand. Joe was a long-term Garden City resident and more recently of Oaklyn, New Jersey. He was born on January 15, 1935 in Queens, New York to Jewel and James Joseph Mohen, and graduated from Power Memorial High School, Manhattan College and received an MBA from Hofstra University. While in college, Joe married his teenage sweetheart, Virginia Kelly, to whom he remained devoted right up until his passing on May 13th. As a young couple, Virginia and Joe moved to Stewart Manor and then Garden City to raise a growing family that eventually included 12 children, and countless trips to GC sporting events, social activities and occasional visits the principal’s office. His children and grandchildren graduated from many Garden City schools including St Anne’s, Saint Josephs, Garden City High School, St. Paul’s, and Adelphi. During the sixties, Virginia and Joe had as many as seven children attending St Anne’s at the same time, and similarly St Joseph during the seventies. Joe was a fixture in Garden City throughout the sixties, seventies, and eighties, with many family continuing to live here. Before retiring he moved to the Philadelphia area. He is predeceased by his children Daniel James and Suzanne, as well as his grandchild Connor Joseph. Joe Mohen had one older sister and

Joseph C. (“Joe”) Mohen three younger brothers along with forty-six (46) descendants. In addition to his beloved wide Virginia, he is survived by his children: Joe, Tom, Tim, Jim, Chris, Anne, Dan, Brian, Kerry, and Sean, and the Mohen grandchildren: Katie, Colleen, Shannon, Joseph, Kelly, Matthew, Jacqie, Kyle, Jessica, Timothy, Thomas, Rob, Beth, Michael and Samantha, Maggie, Christopher, Zach, Zoe, Max, Ryan, Brendan, Dylan, Caitlin, Jack, Liam, Malachy, Marie, Fiona, Colin, Devon and great-grandchild: Virginia Craft, born last week in time for Joe to celebrate the joy of a new generation. Funeral mass will be held Friday at 10 am at Old St. Joseph’s R.C. Church in Philadelphia.

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Garden City PTA News

Thank you for passing the School Budget! Another opportunity to inspire minds, empower achievement, and build community! Remember: School is in Session on 5/26, F (Snow Day Make-Up Day)

Site-Based Committee

Play an integral role in improving the educational performance of all students in our schools. The purpose of school-based planning and shared decision making shall be to improve the educational performance of all students in the school. We need PTA parent members to serve on the district’s Site-Based committees. The following open Site-Based parent positions for the 2017-2019 school years include Middle School (1 position), Stewart School (2 positions), Stratford School (2), Locust School (1 position), and Homestead School (1 position). If selected for this Committee, you will work directly with administrators, teachers, students, and parents addressing issues that may arise at the school level. If you are interested in learning more about Site-Based committee visit our website www.gardencitypta.org and click Apply for Site-Based under Quick Links on the homepage. Applications for open positions are being accepted.

Upcoming GC PTA Events:

Staff Appreciation Month is well underway! Thank you to all who donated to make these luncheons so special. Over the next week, we will be saying thank you to Stewart’s, and Stratford’s teachers, administrators, and staff. • 5/19, F - Stewart • 5/19, F - Stratford • 5/22, M - Locust • 5/23, T - Homestead • 5/23, T - Middle School Final school PTA Meetings and Thank You Breakfasts are fast approaching. Breakfast is on us! All Meetings begin at 9:30 am unless noted. • 5/19, F – GCHS: Thank You Breakfast AND General Membership Vote for the use of PTA grant funds to provide additional supplies and equipment to expand the GCHS’s Library Maker Space program. • 5/23, T - Middle School: Thank You Breakfast AND General Membership Vote for the use of PTA grant funds to provide portable SMART Board to the health and physical education department. • 5/31, W - Locust School • 6/1, Th - Stewart School: Thank You Breakfast AND General Membership Vote for the use of PTA grant funds to provide STEAM supplies to Stewart School. • 6/2, F - Stratford School: Thank You Breakfast AND General Membership Vote to approve 2017-18 Preliminary PTA Budget.

The 2017-2018 GCPTA Executive Board was installed at the last meeting and will be under the leadership of President-Elect Jackie Costello (on the far left). Congratulations to all! • 6/6, T - Homestead School

Upcoming GCPS Events:

Attention Primary Parents • 5/25, Th - Kindergarten Early Dismissal at 12:20 pm • 5/25, Th - Incoming Kindergarteners Orientation at 1:15 pm

Attention Elementary Parents

• 5/24-25, W-Th - NYS Science Performance Assessment for 4th Grade students.

Attention Stewart Parents

• 5/24, W - Stewart Beginners Concert at 9:15 and 10:30 am • 5/25, Th - Fifth Grade Stewart students to GCMS Field trip for Orientation and ABC Expo

Attention Stratford Parents

• 5/23, T - Spring Concert with Jazz Band, 4th and 5th Grade Band and Orchestra at 7:00 pm • 5/24, W - Fifth Grade Stratford students to GCMS Field trip for Orientation and ABC Expo

Attention Middle School Parents

• 5/22, M - Spring Jazz Concert at GCMS at 7:00 pm • 5/24-25, W-Th - NYS Science Performance Assessment for 8th Grade students. • 5/24, W - MS ABC Expo Open House at 6:30 - 8:30 pm • 5/24, W - 8th Grade Art Reception at 7:00 pm

Attention High School Parents

• 5/24, W - Senior Transition to College Field Trip • 5/24, W - GCHS National Honor Society Induction in GCHS Auditorium at 7:00 pm • 5/25, Th - GCHS Spring Concert with Choir, Orchestra and Symphony at 7:00 pm

May is Mental Health Month

A few ideas from Mental Health America’s “31 Tips to Boost Your

Mental Health” (Source: Mental Health America): 1. Track gratitude and achievement with a journal. Include 3 things you were grateful for and 3 things you were able to accomplish each day. Try the free apps – Happier or Attitudes of Gratitude Journal or make your own journal using one of these tutorials. 2. Start your day with a cup of co¬ffee. Coffee consumption is linked to lower rates of depression. If you can’t drink coffee because of the caffeine, try another good-for-you drink like green tea. 3. Set up a getaway. It could be camping with friends or a trip to the tropics. The act of planning a vacation and having something to look forward to can boost your overall happiness for up to 8 weeks! 4. Work your strengths. Do something you’re good at to build self-confidence, then tackle a tougher task. 5. Keep it cool for a good night’s sleep. The optimal temperature for sleep is between 60˚ and 67˚ Fahrenheit. 6. “You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.” -Martin Luther King Jr. Think of something in your life you want to improve, and figure out what you can do to take a step in the right direction. 7. Experiment with a new recipe, write a poem, paint or try a Pinterest project. Creative expression and overall well-being are linked. 8. Show some love to someone in your life. Close, quality relationships are key for a happy, healthy life. 9. Boost brainpower by treating yourself to a couple pieces of dark chocolate every few days. The flavanoids, caffeine, and theobromine in chocolate are thought to work together to improve alertness and mental skills. 10. Sometimes, we don’t need to add new activities to get more pleasure. We just need to soak up the joy in the ones we’ve already got. Trying to be optimistic doesn’t mean ignoring the uglier

sides of life. It just means focusing on the positive as much as possible.

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Who We Are

Since 1945, the Garden City Parent Teacher Association has been dedicated to serving children and families in our community. Today’s Garden City PTA is a network of parents, teachers, administrators and community members devoted to the educational, social and emotional success of children. Our commitment to creating a collaborative environment where families and the school community can work together has and will continue to foster positive change in our schools and within our community. Together we are a powerful voice for all our children, a relevant resource for our families and a strong advocate for public education. Through our annual membership drive and fundraising efforts we are able to provide cultural programs, speaker engagements, health and safety programs, monetary awards to high school seniors and so much more. Many of our events and programs have become longstanding traditions in our schools and for our students. Our grants have enhanced the educational experience for students in each of our seven schools. Our members can be found volunteering their time and talents in our schools and throughout our community. Thank you to all who support the Garden City PTA. Together we can achieve great things!

From page 10 Committee regarding New York State’s Seatbelt/Occupant Safety Laws: • All front seat occupants regardless of age must wear safety restraints. The driver is responsible for all front seat passengers under age 16. • All rear seat passengers under age 16 must wear safety restraints. • All children under 4 years old must be restrained in a federally approved child safety seat. • Children ages 4, 5, 6 and 7 must be properly restrained in an appropriate child restraint system, one that meets the child’s height and weight recommendations according to the child restraint manufacturer. • Drivers will be accessed three points against their driver’s license for the conviction of occupant restraint laws regarding child passengers under 16 years of age.

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The Department of Public Works has recently made an investment in new

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surveying equipment and its accompanying software which will enable us to create extremely accurate designs when planning Village projects such as parking lot paving or drainage improvements. The cost of the equipment and software was approximately $10,000. But during the upcoming road-paving season this equipment will pay for itself and continue to save the Village money well into the future by reducing the Village’s need to spend money on outside contractors to do the surveying work for us. This purchase is an investment that will benefit the Village with improved project planning and financial savings for years to come.

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From page 10 overnight hours. Pell Terrace burglary: On May 13th Garden City Police officers and detectives investigated a burglary of a residence on Pell Terrace. The burglar apparently climbed up a deck railing and entered a second floor window by removing the screen. Several pieces of jewelry were reported stolen from two bedrooms. Tree down: On May 13th, a large tree limb fell onto Clinton Road closing the northbound lanes. Officers safeguarded the area until tree crews were able to remove the limb from the roadway. Petty theft: On May 13th, Garden City Police investigated a report of several subjects wearing hoodies entering the driveway of a Meadow Street residence at 2:45 PM and stealing a skate-

The next meetings of the Board of Trustees will be on Thursday, June 1, 2017 and Thursday, June 15, 2017 at 8:00 p.m. We encourage all residents to attend Board of Trustees meetings so as to be thoroughly informed of Village issues from a first-hand perspective.

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board and a basketball. Multiple violations: On May 14th, as result of a traffic investigation on Washington Avenue, Officers arrested a male/31 from Elmont for possession of a controlled substance (Xanax), excessive speed, and tinted windows. Clinch Ave. burglary: On May 14th a Clinch Avenue resident reported a burglary to the attached garage of his home between 9:30 AM and 9:30 PM. The rear garage door was found damaged and a screen was removed from a window. There is no reported loss at this time. Hit and run: On May 16th Garden City Police investigated a report of a vehicle leaving the scene after it struck and damaged a vehicle parked on 7th Street. The incident occurred at 4:30 AM.

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Event benefits “Living Water for Women, Inc.” Springtime is tea time at Resurrection Lutheran Church, as over 100 women gathered for their annual Ladies’ Tea recently. In addition to teas, sandwiches and desserts, the event traditionally includes live music and an inspiring guest speaker with a worthy community program. Diane Gatto and Nancy Garbowski, co-chairs of the Tea, invited Lisa Cohn, executive director of Living Water for Women, Inc., to serve as this year’s guest speaker. Ms. Cohn spoke about her work as executive director of Living Water for Women, Inc., which is based in Glen Cove. “We chose to support the Living Water agency because it is a social service agency dedicated to helping formerly

downtrodden women overcome their weaknesses, and nurture their strengths so that they may become vital members of the community,” said Mrs. Gatto. “We also collected items such as laundry detergent, laundry bags, shaving cream, paper towels, and new socks and underwear to donate to two homes the agency runs.” Resurrection Lutheran Church is a Christian community of faith, with its main campus located at 420 Stewart Ave., near Clinton Rd., in Garden City. All are invited to worship at 5:30 p.m. on Saturdays and at 8:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday mornings, with Christian Education at 10 a.m. Our second campus, For more information, call 516.746.4426, or visit resgc.org.

Tracey Forger, Lisa Hayes, Elisabeth Erb, Karen Schoenfeld, Dawn and Emma DerGarabedian, and Sue Stapleford.

Cynthia D’Ambrosio, Mary Drapala, Tassy Lachhman, Diana Pappaeliou, Leia Ortiz, Denise Buggs, Grace Pellegrino, Kathy Isso, and Lisa Cohn. Ladies’ Tea CoChair Diane Gatto with Lisa Cohn, from Living Water for Women, Inc.

CoChairs, Nancy Garbowski (left) and Diane Gatto of Resurrection Women’s Ministries.

Yvonne Brussel, Naomi Budenholzer, Chris Zimmerman, Ginny Raffa, Mary Kuzniar, Lorraine Kuzniar, Patricia Muller-Todd, and Joni Mazer.

Florence Reiss, Liz Weitzel, Armia Bajit, Lynette Taylor, Evelyn Hamilton, Dee Graham, Kaylee Stephens, Angela Gatto, and Kay Albiez.

Amelia and Genevieve LoCasto, Ellen Farber, Susan L. Roddin, Anthony LoCasto, Marian Farber, and Deb Wolk.

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Jean Quinn, Georgiana Wurtz, Ruth Chisholm, Rachael Buck, MJ Preston, Carol Wibben, and Dorothy Schoen.

Bea Keisteadt, Carol Herring, Rose Chillemi, Irene Pellicane, Kathy Lowe, Cindy Dornemann, Linda Brohn, and Iris Seidel.

Cathy Wood, Evelyn Hoffmann, Jeanine Martin, Darlene Giarratano, Christine Katelansky, Laura Wigger, Margie Rydzewski, and Roxanne Oellrich.

Irene Christie, Micki Dolan, Lisa Kennedy, Elizabeth Bezrutczyk, Ida Marie Greenfield, Carole Machold, Ginny Smith, and Georgette Drage.

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Rec. Comm discusses St. Paul’s rental fees

From page 1 rental costs. In addition to heavy community support and raising awareness for medical concerns and local nonprofits, 100 percent of funds raised at the Jay Gallagher go towards the Mollie Biggane Melanoma Foundation (Mollie’s Fund), the Andy Foundation, and the Cancer Center for Kids at Winthrop University Hospital. Last year 120 lacrosse teams from the northeast region participated at St. Paul’s on June 18 and 19, 2016. The Rec. Commission approved field/facility rental fee increases across the board as part of the five-year, 2016 to 2020, Department of Recreation and Parks’ Strategic Plan, ballasted by a Board of Trustees vote last year and investments totaling roughly $6.5 million in capital infrastructure improvements to enhance and renovate several dated Garden City facilities in the first three years of the Strategic Plan. But last September 21, Dr. Tony Randi, organizer of the Jay Gallagher Tournament, addressed the Rec. Commission at their monthly meeting about the increased fee. He was joined at the time by Jack and Maggie Biggane of Euston Road, who began their 501c3 nonprofit in memory of daughter Mollie in 2000. Dr. Randi’s comments eight months ago highlighted the chance that exorbitant

fees would cause nonprofits to look outside of the village to hold their marquee events, as ends simply would not meet given a future cost structure. The issue was raised before the Rec. Commission again on February 16 when Jill Palmeri and Amy McGoldrick of the Andy Foundation were invited to the monthly meeting by Kevin Ocker, village department head for Recreation and Parks and chair of the Rec. Commission. They discussed fees for the Yard Sale increasing by 800% this year and potentially for a 1600% increase in 2018. For this weekend’s May 13 event, the Commission decided to offer the Andy Foundation the same discounted package it extended to the Jay Gallagher Lacrosse tournament for 2017, for 50 percent of the targeted fee. But the approved next village budget, taking effect June 1, 2017 and running until May 31, 2018, would cover the target date for next year’s Andy Fund Yard Sale, not the Jay Gallagher Tournament in June 2018. Both the Bigganes and their supporters as well as the village’s Rec. Commission support investigating the options to offer nonprofits a reduced rate, and that effort will continue throughout summer as the Department of Recreation and Parks will meet with

organizers of summer 2018 park and field events (including Dr. Randi) by early fall, September or October, having finalized the 2018 rental rates by then. Recently the Rec. Commission was instructed to consider the facility fees for nonprofits, after Mayor Brian C. Daughney saw the topic come up at the April 20 meeting the Village Board of Trustees. That night Deborah Hussey, a long time board member of Mollie’s Fund, delivered comments about the fees and the impact on Garden City charities. The Bigganes were away that week and they were pleased that several voices, including Hussey and Palmeri, addressed the trustees. This month they are back at home in the village to carry out their 17th year working for Mollie’s Fund as May is Melanoma Awareness Month, and traditionally that has included workshops and presentation to Garden City Schools’ students. On May 3 at the Commission meeting, Ocker announced the status of the Andy Fund Yard Sale with permits and venue approved, plus some minor contingencies with the renovated Fieldhouse facility noted with Palmeri and McGoldrick recently. He then spoke about the executive session topic, as the Bigganes sat before the five Rec.

Commission members and listened. “We have an opinion of counsel as it relates to how we charge fees for notfor-profits. We have been given some direction there and it is not simple by any means. It requires us to do further study into it and for the development of some criteria. State statute limits what we can do for reductions with regard to just for the fact that the organizations are not-for-profits – there are limitations we were advised on by counsel,” Ocker said. After the Commission meeting ended Ocker told the News village counsel, the firm of Bee, Ready, Fishbein, Hatter & Donovan LLP, advised the village personnel from Recreation and Parks Rec. of potential problems. Commission member Ken Moody said the legal opinion delivered put Recreation on notice “with the way we price it could violate the New York State Constitution.” He told the Bigganes that information needed clarifications before the Rec. Commission deliberates more on this topic, and the Commission and the village must find out if discount levels are legally permissible. When it was time for public comments Jack Biggane had a series of questions to ask. His first point was See page 43

New restaurant coming to Franklin Ave. From page 1 age. Peter met Ashley, who grew up in Oceanside, through mutual friends in Manhattan a few years after they both had graduated from New York University in separate programs. Mistretta entered culinary school after NYU and worked at Manhattan restaurants. He eventually transitioned into catering and private events. “My wife’s family is spread out throughout Nassau County and that is what brought me here. As I started spending more time on the Island I started to realize that there are incredible farms and products from Long Island as well as local wineries out east, which most people now have become familiar with in the tristate area,” he said in an interview with The Garden City News. Perennial “stems” from a venture Peter Mistretta tried with de facto focus groups for his unique farm-to-table cuisine. He began catering private dinners around Nassau County about two years ago. The dinners ranged from cuisine for six people up to 24 people, cooked entirely by Chef Peter. He researched several websites with couples and families advertising their need for a professional chef to provide catering and private dinners. This led to the Mistrettas building a network on Long Island

while Chef Peter bought, prepared and cooked meals for each private dinner. “I was using and sourcing products from local markets and people really responded to it. I think people were blown away to have a dining experience with local products being cooked in the privacy of their own homes. When I told people I would start looking for potential restaurant sites in the area they would get quite excited and ask me questions. I got a great response from people all over Nassau County. This gave us the confidence to keep looking to open the restaurant, and it gave us credibility to be part of the community,” he said. The Mistrettas began searching for a Garden City location to open their business in 2015. Finally the right spot came up last year. While a new restaurant website is planned, details about Perennial are available online at Chef Peter’s own website, chefpetermistretta.com. He uses the tagline “Market-driven cuisine in the heart of Long Island” and as a precursor to opening Perennial in the coming months, Garden City is listed as the base. Perennial is highlighted as a new member of the Garden City Chamber of Commerce, and the couple attended the village’s marquee Pineapple Ball on Friday night, May 5. “We were really excited when we

came across space in Garden City and we are really eager to move forward. Ashley and I were really lucky to attend the Pineapple Ball. We had a great time meeting residents and other business owners in Garden City. We were able to chat with them, it was a lot of fun and we are really looking forward to being a part of this community. We fell in love in love with Garden City and not just the Franklin Avenue location, but the people and their sense of community,” Mistretta said. On Chef Peter’s website he lists a dozen “Purveyors” that will supply produce, meats and seafood for Perennial. They include farms in Eastern Suffolk County, from East Moriches to Mattituck, plus growers in northern Nassau County in Glen Head and Brookville. One of his suppliers of poultry, duck and lamb is Browder’s Birds, a livestock farm on the North Fork. Another purveyor, 8 Hands Farm of Cutchogue, specializes in raising Icelandic sheep.

Municipal Process: ADRB then Planning Commission, Parking

As for the Village of Garden City’s municipal (building) approval process, Mistretta was encouraged by each of the recent meetings. The professionalism of the residents that volunteer on the ADRB and Planning Commission

was evident as each review scrutinized his business’ local impact. “The ADRB wanted to understand our outdoor design and what we intended to put – in terms of outdoor seating (facing Franklin Avenue) and how our awning would look in the space and next to the adjacent businesses. They also just wanted an understanding of the restaurant about the food we are looking to serve and the number of seats,” Mistretta said this week. Similar review came up at the Planning Commission’s Wednesday May 10 meeting (held with just three members present) a review of Perennial’s floor plan and seating for 70 patrons gave a green light with a couple of minor suggestions to ensure ADA compliance and access from the entrance. Mistretta’s contractor for the kitchen, appliances and equipment is Michael Grosso of West Hempstead with Parrot Design Group, established in 1986 as a design-build-supply onestop shop. The Commission was not told before their May 10 meeting that the ADRB had approved the application two weeks’ prior. The architect and interior designer for Perennial is Semion Shkolnik of Brooklyn, and he presented to the Planning Commission at the May 10 See page 44

From page 42 to directly ask the Commission, if the discounts were legally permissible would they be in favor of offering that to Garden City nonprofits. From Ocker, Moody and the other Commission members, the response was “yes, that is definitely a possibility.” Commission member Kristina Russo noted that the Andy Fund and the Jay Gallagher Tournaments did have discounts for their respective 2017 events. She said what’s under review now is how the village as a municipal entity cannot have inconsistent pricing set up for different organizations, regardless if they were in a category of 501c3 nonprofits or not. She said speaking for herself, however, there’s clear motivation to extend discounts to the particular Garden City-based charities. “If organizations and events layer on the criteria of benefitting the Village of Garden City and serving an important role to the village, that exists as part of the village, then yes – speaking for myself I do think we should consider some alternative pricing. We already have extended the alternative pricing but we are talking about instituting that going forward,” she said. Her fellow Commission member Tim Stapleford had more encouraging words for the Bigganes. “With the tone and content of the Commission’s discussions, we are very sympathetic towards the two particular

organizations that we have been having these discussions with. Everybody is well aware of all the history, values and great impacts they have had. But I will say based on what we know so far, the discounts currently offered to those organizations are already well in excess of what we have been shown in terms of examples where some discounting has been provided. We are going to be very well-informed going into our discussions on fees for 2018,” Stapleford said. Jack Biggane thanked Stapleford for his acknowledgement but told him that discounting is relative to prices the Commission establishes in setting rates. Russo said the Commission took a look at existing market rates for facility rentals and came up with Recreation’s identified needs with the Strategic Plan. On May 3 Ocker noted that the Town of Oyster Bay had recently instituted facility rental fees as it faces a huge deficit, and for a more probable comparison to Village of Garden City’s facilities and St. Paul’s, Ocker cited SUNY-Farmingdale’s campus fields. St. Paul’s can accommodate nine different lacrosse fields at once, SUNYFarmingdale can rent 12 fields at once. Ocker says Garden City’s price point is comparable to the college’s rentals. He said that Farmingdale as a campus would have added costs for larger events due to security needs. Biggane noted that in June the Jay Gallagher Tournament rents all the St.

Paul’s fields as well as school district fields for its annual event. While the Commissioners noted that several organizations do the same with St. Paul’s they did not have data on usage of all the village facilities, including the school district’s, during the same event. Ocker said at Farmingdale State University and Nassau County’s public facilities, although they are dispersed more, as other venues on Long Island where comparable sized events are hosted. “I believe that is an intangible that brings value to St. Paul’s as you can host the tournament there in one location. For event organizers, they love that. It is just a prime spot to them, but we are still gaining experience in what that is worth in the market. We’re getting more experienced every year on that,” Ocker said. The Commission says some of the for-profit organizations renting all the St. Paul’s fields for their weekend events include National 175 Lacrosse Club, Long Island Pride Lacrosse Club, Franklin Square Lacrosse and Long Island Sharks Lacrosse. After Biggane inquired about frequency of the weekends booked by events on St. Paul’s fields, Moody said the Commission looked into summer schedules and saw that “pretty much every weekend there was somebody asking for the fields.” Jack Biggane commended Recreation and Parks for the staff efforts each year for the Jay Gallagher weekend, noting

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the great work for parking, setting up and helping attendees “very politely and efficiently.” He asked what the staff costs are the department usually bears that weekend, and Ocker told him it’s roughly $2,300 for one day. Stapleford said if the Commission develops a new price schedule for 501c3 nonprofits and the Commission can work within that, he would not want to restrict the Jay Gallagher Tournament’s scheduling based on other events paying the full price and taking priority. He and Biggane agreed that the third weekend of June is a known, circled date on many people’s calendars for the Jay Gallagher. “The status and ability to do something around the fees is going to stand on its own. Either there is a framework we can get to or not, and that should be separate from scheduling,” Stapleford said. Commission member Michael Ryder added that field maintenance is another very important consideration at St. Paul’s, and the natural grass should not be ‘beat up all the time.’ Russo said because there are only a certain number of summer weekends the village incurs an opportunity cost because there is no way to add to the inventory of available times. The Catch-22 the Commission faces today was evident to the Bigganes last week. They nodded as Stapleford referSee page 45

Village considering options for senior transportation From page 1 now Garden City’s deputy mayor, was reporting on an idea for the village to lease a Honda Pilot 7-passenger SUV for around $220 a month and provide seniors transportation when then-Mayor Nicholas Episcopia interrupted and asked her to present an official recommendation and a some facts on prices, possible taxi company participation, usage and ridership. Over the past eight months she has not been given an opportunity to speak on the issue more at a trustees’ meeting during routine updates, and a recent change in format lends less updates and comments from trustees and especially the village’s executive staff during the twice-monthly meetings. Residents questioned the breadth of what is being presented from the staff, and now an issue with multiple public comments and requests at meetings comes back into focus after remaining dormant in winter. On Wednesday, May 3 when his Board of Commissioners of Recreation and Cultural Affairs (Recreation Commission) gathered at the new Golf Club Lane Senior Center, Ocker said there seems to be a desire by the Board of Trustees to have the Commission talk about and investigate the option further.

“They have asked if the Commission would take it on in the context of ‘what interest level is there to provide any limited transportation for seniors to this facility and possibly the village pool?’ without saying if that would be provided by an outside service (taxi or van company) or this department – we are not even there yet. But we have been asked to look at it, do a little work and try to get some data on what demand is really there,” Ocker explained. Recreation Programs Director Sandra Young had retrieved a few of the Rec. Departments’ mailing list for village seniors, those involved in programs or memberships of any kind. Ocker says feedback from Garden City households is crucial to planning any endeavor. “Providing there is no objection from Rec. Commission members our staff will put something out and we will at least test the waters to see – are we talking about a need for 50 to 60 people on a daily basis, or are we looking at a half-dozen people daily that would actually use transportation service?” Ocker said. The fact that the Recreation Department has been handed the task of investigating this now, taking up the month of May and leading into a

summer season when senior residents could be enjoying the village facilities if they were aided by transportation has irked a prominent community member. Joe Leto of Seventh Street, a member of the Garden City Retired Men’s Club, the village’s Senior Advisory Committee and transportation subcommittee, says there should not be any restrictions placed on the transportation initiative related to the number of seniors who would use the service each day, whether that totals six or sixty seniors. “The only reason anybody would want to know the number should be for the size of the transportation arrangement Garden City gets – if we need a shuttle bus or a big bus. But it shouldn’t matter how many people need it. the fact that they (the village administration and Rec. Commission) knows that residents need it should be sufficient. Would they make a survey when they consider how many people would use the new restrooms at the swimming pool? Do they make a survey where they consider how many people would use the athletics fields if we change them to turf? No, the village does not make surveys and instead they hire consultants and waste a ton of money and they do not have a good product in the end anyway. People in Garden City

do not go to the pool because they can’t get to the pool, and they aren’t able to go to the fields and watch the games at Community Park if they aren’t able to get there and watch them,” Leto said. He says there was a list at the front table of the senior center, for senior residents to sign “if you know know someone or you or someone you know would use senior transportation, are you interested.” “I think we already did that and I don’t know why they disregarded that list,” Leto says. The next correlated aspect becomes the cost. Commission member Michael Ryder commented that perhaps if transportation were available to all seniors, it may become “an arduous task” if the thought among those who can drive becomes ‘why bother, instead take the village transport’ all around Garden City. Joe Leto, 98, agreed with Ryder’s concern. “I agree with that thought 100% but that’s been the case throughout history and throughout every faction of life. Something will always happen that is not proper. That is not the issue, the issue is to help the people of Garden City that need transportation. If you help nine of ten people in the village and one See page 44

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From page 43 person abuses it that should not be an issue – I am surprised that this is even a question in the mind of somebody who should be thinking about the benefit of residents,” Leto tells the News. During a school district meeting on the high school’s starting time in Garden City, held on Monday May 1, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Robert Feirsen quoted the price of a new school bus at roughly $145,000. Leto does not believe that the village should be encumbered by any cost that high. He says the suggestion Deputy Mayor Trouvé made last fall at around $220-$240 per month would equal roughly $2,600 per year, a definite advantage for Garden City to pursue with minimal investment. Leto says the school district routinely sends students out to play sports games 100 miles away or more at a cost to taxpayers, using a district school bus. “If there’s 20 kids in a bus they can

spend $800 or $900 to send them to games. Here we have seniors waiting around and for $800 or $900 they would probably make due for the transportation cost, including gas, of six months. I do not think the cost to the village of what it will take should be a major issue. Of course if a $2,600 cost could solve the problem, why would even be talking about it” Leto asks. Young, speaking at the Rec. Commission’s May 3 meeting, noted that should this ride service be approved it leads into conversations of frequency of running transportation; should the seniors receive rides all day or only at certain times of day? In Leto’s opinion there should be on-call transportation, nothing resembling a local bus schedule “with a bus floating around Garden City with nobody in it just because it was supposed to leave afternoons at 3 p.m.,” he explains. Leto says it is ridiculous

to prohibit people with scheduled bus arrivals or departures. The senior transportation committee, consisting of Leto, Kathleen Auro and Trustee Trouvé had gone as far as to contact local taxicab companies for price quotes, as Ocker once suggested. On May 3 Ocker acknowledged that a Recreation subcommittee has been discussing the options for well over a year. “Each time we think we have a direction….we talked with taxicab companies and we are not certain that is the best way to go, although they are in the business of transportation already so initially it made sense to me. Maybe it can be subsidized,” Ocker told the Commission. Holding proper controls falls on the village and insurances are another factor. Today, Recreation is only on the verge of finding out levels of interest and “what to expect.” “It is important to provide seniors

transportation. We have great programs and great facilities here and if we can expand the reach to the community, I think we should be doing that,” says Ocker. Leto concurs, saying the transportation will increase the use of Garden City community facilities all around. But he’s concerned about apparent stagnation. “My question is ‘what is the purpose of learning the prospective quantity? What is the difference? There are people that need it. So what, if only 20 people respond that they need it the village is not going to do it? They can’t say that. Now we have a new mayor (Brian Daughney) and this has been turned over to the Recreation Department, but the Recreation Department is starting off where the transportation committee ended,” Leto said.

New restaurant coming to Franklin Ave.

From page 42 meeting. He spoke about the convenience and neighboring stretch of restaurants with 300 feet of 990 Franklin Avenue. Shkolnik calls the parking fields behind the Franklin Avenue retail strip “the largest parking lots on Long Island” to drive home the point about the site providing ample parking. With the restaurant projected to seat 70 people, room for 35 parking spaces (half the number of seats) is the requirement per village code. H. Bradford Gustavson, chairman of the village’s Planning Commission, told Perennial’s designers and Mistretta that while the parking lot size in Field 10W was definitely accommodating his board holds the task of making sure the handful of other restaurants immediately next to Perennial would not eventually create a clustered situation in the parking area. The hours of operation are the key to that aspect of municipal planning. Gustavson said the proposal satisfies the number of parking spaces necessary, but he asked about a parking count. He wanted to know if there was counting done of the number of parking spaces available at 5:30 p.m. versus 9:30 p.m. in that immediate location.

New Franklin Restaurant Row

Mistretta spoke about the neighboring businesses that close by 5 p.m. and 6 p.m., setting the stage for a small lineup of Franklin-facing dinnertime options that do align with Perennial’s proposed hours of 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Santander Bank sits at the northwest corner of the that block of Franklin Avenue, and the bank closes by 6 p.m. Out of the neighboring restaurant businesses My Three Sons Bagel Café is open 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekdays, and 6

a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekends.. Perennial’s future immediate neighbor, Kinha Sushi and Japanese Fusion restaurant at 988 Franklin Avenue, is open from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., until 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights, and closing at 9:30 p.m. on Sundays. A few steps south, Cold Stone Creamery is open from noon to 10 p.m. and also to 11 on Fridays and Saturdays. Grimaldi’s Pizza at 980 Franklin Avenue is usually open 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., and until 11 on Friday and Saturday nights. In an interview Mistretta called the Franklin Avenue lineup “a great block” and looked at the business perspectives. “At the end of our block they are developing some office space and some retail on the ground floor. That lot was vacant there for close to a decade but recently they worked to fix it up and breathe new life into it. That is super-exciting to us, and we have met almost all our soon-to-be neighbors. Everyone is incredibly nice from Grimaldi’s and Kinha Sushi next to us. The deli/bagel place is a community hub. Everyone has been incredibly nice and we will all share this beautiful space. People come from all over to eat and drink at establishments there, and parking makes it super-accessible,” Mistretta says. On May 10, Neal J. Sweeney of the Planning Commission asked Mistretta if lunch hours will be considered looking ahead. He replied that only weekend brunches and lunch hours have potential. “During the week we just want to focus on dinner hours,” he told the Commission. Mistretta tells the News that weekend brunch is a great option to offer at the very opening of Perennial, allowing people to sample light cuisine including

farm fresh eggs cooked to individual orders and having a lower price point established for brunch/lunch menus. Perennial’s floor plans still presented unique notes for the Commission, as Gustavson looked at handicapped accessibility with the doors and entranceways and questioned the space presented, close to four or five feet, compared to a requisite seven feet. Assistant Superintendent of Giuseppe Giovanniello told Gustavson as the Building Department continues with the floor plan review “we will go through that process.” Shkolnik concurred with a re-check. Gustavson also asked for the Commission to see sample floor plans so it can assess seating, access and where trash would be placed. No cold storage area for the kitchen’s trash will be needed; outdoor disposal will be used nightly. The basement of the restaurant will be used for storage. All food prep will be done in the kitchen. Perennial is also applying to the Village of Garden City for a full liquor license. “We will handle our cuisine with respect and keep an emphasis on Long Island farms and fisherman, including the great local beverage products. There’s a great boom in craft beers on Long Island happening right now and the wines from the east end are better than ever. At Perennial people can enjoy great pasta with a nice glass of Long Island wine, or they can have a more elaborate dinner out with family and friends. We will feature beverages on draft as well and offer them to people at a great price point. It is really about having great products, cooking them simply and making it accessible

to people, and we want to offer a variety of experiences,” Mistretta said this week. He mentioned the potential for a great outdoor summer dining atmosphere with the restaurant’s scheduled opening. Last Wednesday night Sweeney made the recommendation for the application to go to the Board of Trustees for approval, and Chairman Gustavson and Commission member Scott Brandewiede concurred. The item will be on a future Village Board agenda.

OTO Plans Incomplete?

As the Garden City Planning Commission’s May 10 meeting began, Neal J. Sweeney said that there was outstanding information from the December 14, 2016 discussion on the high-profile OTO Development/Simon Properties plan for a Residence Inn by Marriott on Ring Road. The issue was noted as the Commission reviewed its December 2016 minutes for approval. Commission Chair H. Bradford Gustavson told the recording secretary, a Building Department staffer, that there was information requested of OTO at that meeting and although the Commission had not met in the last five months the information also had not been provided to them. The specific item in question was The Commission moved to accept its December minutes, approved with a 3-0 vote (only three Commission members attended the May 10 session.) The Building Department has the supplemental material, submitted by OTO Development after the December 14, 2016 meeting, on file at Village Hall. The Commission was set to review that on May 10 once its review of Perennial for 990 Franklin Avenue was completed.

From page 43 enced the Strategic Plan being a “zerosum game” and the basis for the Board of Trustees to approve all the facility upgrades had them being essentially self-funded through Recreation revenues. “If fees come down over here we will have to somehow find it someplace else. That’s why we’ve looked so hard at the pool and other things. I encourage everybody to keep in mind all the good with the revamped playgrounds and conditions of ballfields. There is really a lot going on all over town and that’s really a great thing for all village residents. But on the back of that we have had to do things like instituting usage fees for travel teams and clubs and that has not been a part of the equation. Every single fee to use village facilities has been looked at and has gone up, but that’s the situation we are in,” Stapleford said at last week’s meeting. He commented that if other parts of the Strategic Plan were in place years

earlier with aging village facilities, the impacts may not have been as stark. Ryder says the Commission would never want to be setting up cost structures that get involved in funding the events can receive, such as how Dr. Randi and the Jay Gallagher Tournament must ascertain “what they charge and how they get their money,” Ryder told the Bigganes. “How Tony will get there is between him and his group, and if it was a for-profit group they too would figure out what they needed,” he said. As reported in the March 17 edition of The Garden City News, Ocker previously explained to Palmeri and McGoldrick the way in which the Rec. Commission had to operate and administer the facility/fields fee schedule: “What we have done now with this board (Rec. Commission) and our 20162020 Strategic Plan, the charitable groups in town no longer fall under that. Everyone that uses the facility pays. We had this conversation in great length with Jay Gallagher (Dr. Randi)

too – we truly believe in your causes as individuals serving the community but we do also have to pay our financial responsibility for keeping the plan intact. All the fees and schedules are governed by this board and it is one of the main functions we have had, since its inception. When the Village Board adopted the Strategic Plan it is called out that we are responsible to insure that we’d finance the plan and continue doing the right things,” Ocker said. On May 3, Ocker added that Recreation and Parks gets no bailout from the general revenues of the Village of Garden City to pay for investments in facilities. He told the Bigganes the $6.5 million of investments into Recreation and Parks facilities from last year to 2018 is comparable to the entire Village of Garden City budgeted capital expenses of $5.5 million. The Strategic Plan serves as a great example of improving the village facilities while working with constrictions imposed by New York State. The same context of state governance holds the potential for any

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Rec. Comm discusses St. Paul’s rental fees

Recreation fee reductions for nonprofits. “The extremely important point for the Board of Trustees is maintaining the infrastructure at a high level and live within the tax cap placed on them by the state. We have mandated costs to absorb through better ways of operating. It is up to us to solidify the Recreation revenue stream as we move forward. As far as the reduced pricing, we have state statutes that really govern everything. There’s work that has to be done. We are going to take a look at it but it is pretty complex. That is not to say the discussion is over by any means, we will still look into this and see what can be done in the future,” Ocker said. The Bigganes thanked the Commission for answering their questions and working on the issue, saying that they do “spectacular work” for the village, and their well wishes were reciprocated by the Commission and Recreation and Parks’ staff.

Memorial Day Fair tradition continues under new leadership From page 1

Last week, the organizer for the annual Memorial Day Fair, Beth Pughe, was dropping off flyers at local stores. One shop owner laughed out loud, saying “As if you need to put out flyers! Everyone in Garden City knows about the Fair!” The Memorial Day Fair, now in its 64th year, is unquestionably a Garden City tradition. The Fair takes place every year on the grounds of the Cathedral of the Incarnation following the American Legion’s Memorial Day parade. “If you live in Garden City, the Fair is a treasured part of Memorial Day,” remarked the Cathedral’s Dean, the Very Rev’d Michael Sniffen. “Plenty of people have no idea what goes on inside the Cathedral, or if it’s

even open,” he said. “The one thing they know is that the Memorial Day Fair will be there.” While the Cathedral may have been a mystery to the Garden City community in recent decades, Dean Sniffen has been working to build bridges between the Cathedral and its neighbors since he arrived in 2015. The Cathedral joined the Chamber of Commerce and the Rotary Club last year. It has partnered with Ellevate Long Island, the Interfaith Nutrition Network, and other groups to host events and fundraisers. The Cathedral now leads a chaplaincy program at Adelphi University in partnership with the Interfaith Center. More than 400 people have taken guided tours of the Cathedral in this year alone. While many Garden City resi-

dents only visit the Cathedral for the Fair, the myth that the Cathedral is a closed, museum-piece seems to be evaporating. Cathedral volunteers who organize the Fair have also looked at ways to welcome more people this year. Responding to a lack of activities for older children, this year’s Fair will include a wider range of games, such as a 20-foot hydraulic rock climbing wall and a massive slide. Favorites such as the goldfish booth and a large bounce house will be on hand as well. An old-fashioned “general store” will sell arts and crafts from around the village, giving local businesses visibility with the 1500 people expected at the Fair this year. While Dean Sniffen is looking for-

ward to a swim in the dunk tank at this year’s “Dunk the Dean,” he’s also hoping the Cathedral’s newfound friends in the Village might volunteer as well. “It would be great if some local politicians signed up for the dunk tank,” he said. “It’s great public relations to let constituents have a little fun dunking you in a spirit of neighborliness. It sure beats being raked over the coals in a public meeting!” The 64th annual Memorial Day Fair will take place from 12pm to 4pm at the Cathedral of the Incarnation, 36 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City. Guided tours with organ concerts are scheduled for 12pm and 2pm. For more information, contact the Cathedral at cathedral@incarnationgc.org or (516) 746-2955.

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L E G A L LEGAL NOTICE Notice of the formation of Ric’s Imperial Locksmiths LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 4/13/2017. Office location: NASSAU County. SSNY designated agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail a copy of process against LLC to principle business address: 123 Poppy Ave., Franklin Sq., NY 11010. Purpose: any lawful act. GC 0621 6 x 4/28; 5/5, 12, 19, 26; 6/5 LEGAL NOTICE Notice of formation of Wall Punch Murals LLC. Articles of Organization files with the Sec. of State of NY SSNY on 1/5/17. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC to 60 Leewater Ave. Massapequa, NY 11758. Purpose: any lawful purpose. GC 0623 6X 04/28; 5/5,12,19,26;6/2 LEGAL NOTICE PEAKABAY, LLC. Arts of Org. filed with the SSNY on 04/14/2017. Office: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, c/o United States Corporation Agents, Inc., 7014 13th Ave., Suite 202, Brooklyn, NY 11228. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. GC 0637 6X 05/12,19,26,06/02,09,16 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT: NASSAU COUNTY U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CSFB MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH

CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005CF1; Plaintiff(s) vs. COLLEEN TRETTIEN; et al; Defendant(s) Attorney (s) for Plaintiff (s): ROSICKI, ROSICKI & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 2 Summit Court, Suite 301, Fishkill, New York, 12524, 845.897.1600 Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale granted herein on or about January 19, 2017, I will sell at Public Auction to the highest bidder at Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom of the Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501. On June 13, 2017 at 11:30 am. Premises known as 162 Meadow Street, Garden City, NY 11530 Section: 34 Block: 546 Lot: 32 & 39 ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Garden City, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. As more particularly described in the judgment of foreclosure and sale. Sold subject to all of the terms and conditions contained in said judgment and terms of sale. Approximate amount of judgment $520,854.20 plus interest and costs. INDEX NO. 801-15 Marilyn J. Salzman, Esq., Referee GC 0638 4X 05/12, 19, 26, 06/02 NOTICE TO BIDDERS Notice is hereby given that bids for the following will be received at the Garden City Union Free School District, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City NY 11530 until 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, June

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1, 2017 at which time and place bids will be opened and read aloud. PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION CONTRACT 2016-2017 (3) Copies of the specifications and instructions may be obtained at the aforesaid Business Office between the hours of 8:30 am through 4:00 pm, Monday – Friday up to the time of the bid opening. Dana DiCapua Asst. Supt. for Business & Finance Garden City Union Free School District GC 0643 1X 05/19 LEGAL NOTICE Cook & Inspire LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State (SSNY) 5/5/17. The LLC is located in Nassau County. G. Villanella has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 79 Harbor Lane Massapequa Park, NY 11762. Purpose of Business: Any lawful purpose. Duration: Perpetual. GC 0644 6X 05/19,26,06/02,09,16,23 INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF GARDEN CITY LEGAL NOTICE (Pursuant to Section 1428 of the Real Property Tax Law, State of New York) 2017 Tax 1st Half Due and Payable June 1, 2017 (Second half may be paid at same time) 2nd Half Due and Payable December 1, 2017 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, Clerk of the Incorporated Village of

Garden City, New York, has received the tax roll and warrant for the collection of taxes for the current year and will attend at the Village office, 351 Stewart Avenue in said Village, on each day during the period June 1 to July 3, 2017 from 8:30 o’clock in the forenoon until 4:30 o’clock in the afternoon (Saturday, Sundays and legal holidays excepted), for the purpose of receiving the taxes assessed on said roll. Taxes for the first half-year become due and payable June 1, 2017. (Taxes for the second half-year may be paid at the same time). Taxes for the second half-year become due and payable December 1, 2017. A discount of 1% will be allowed on the second half of the tax, providing payment of both the first and second halves is made not later than June 30, 2017. No discount will be allowed after June 30, 2017. To all taxes for the first half remaining unpaid after July 3, 2017, and for the second half remaining unpaid after January 2, 2018, five per centum (5%) will be added for the first month or fraction, thereof, and one per centum (1%) for each month or fraction thereof thereafter until date of Tax Sale is determined. Thereafter, Tax Sale expense and additional interest will be added. AVOID PENALTIES BY PAYING YOUR TAXES PROMPTLY When requesting tax bills, please give the lot and block numbers and map designation, account number or description and location of property. Karen M. Altman Village Clerk Dated: May 17, 2017

Garden City, New York GC 0645 1X 05/19 LEGAL NOTICE Notice of formation of 10 Eileen Avenue LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on 2/9/16. Office located in Nassau County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC to 10 Eileen Avenue, Plainview, NY 11803. Purpose: any lawful purpose. GC 0646 6X 05/19,26,06/02,09,16,23 LEGAL NOTICE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF GARDEN CITY, NEW YORK NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed bids MUST be RECEIVED BY AND DELIVERED TO: THE PURCHASING DIVISION Incorporated Village of Garden City 351 Stewart Avenue Garden City, New York 11530 between the hours of 8:30 A.M. and 4:30 P.M., UNTIL 11:00 A.M., D.S.T., FRIDAY, JUNE 2, 2017 at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud, for furnishing the following: COLD WATER METERS Specifications, Form of Bid, and other information may be obtained from the office of the Purchasing Division at the above address. Rosemary Monahan Buyer Dated: May 19, 2017 GC 0647 1X 05/19

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Barnes Gallery is happy to present the current art show featuring seven professional artists during the month of May. The artists are Garden City resident, Suzie Alvey and six additional artists: Sabine Jean-Bart of Williston Park, Teresa Idelowitz of Malverne, Joan Stevens from Long Beach, Joan Laufer of Whitestone, Veronica Clarke from Bayside and Sharada Tadepalli from Baldwin. The opening reception was held on Saturday, May 6 with over 100 attendees who included buyers and friends from Nassau County and New York City, Marie Marsina, president of the National Art League, Tony LaMarca, president of the Suburban Art League and other luminaries of the local art

scene. Music was provided by Dr. Peter Coco and Joe Cupani with refreshments by Prime Caterers next door to Barnes Gallery. A number of the 70 paintings have already been sold, but there are more to enjoy and purchase at the gallery. Most are traditional oils of florals and landscapes that appeal to local buyers. The show remains up until May 31. Barnes Gallery is located at 2 Nassau Boulevard, Garden City South. For more information please visit www. BarnesGalleryFraming.com or call 516.538.4503. (Facebook: Barnes Gallery)

Photos by Rob & Suzie Alvey

Suzie Alvey with one of her oil paintings and Pat DeTullio.

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“Fabulous Seven” Art Show at Barnes Gallery

The May artists: Sharada Tadepalli, Veronica Clarke, Teresa Idelowitz, Joan Stevens, Joan Laufer, Suzie Alvey & Sabine Jean-Bart.

Greg Schnoor, owner of Barnes Gallery and his assistants.

Still-life oil painting by Suzie Alvey.

Garden City team to play in “The Krevat Club” There’s still time to be part of North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center’s 21st annual Jonathan Krevat Memorial Golf & Tennis Classic to be held on Monday, June 19, at The Creek in Locust Valley. Honoree Dan Donnelly, Chief Executive Officer, Donnelly Mechanical Corporation, a long-time supporter of the Guidance Center, has been forming team Garden City and is still seeking golf and tennis enthusiasts. In the great tradition of the Davis Cup and the Ryder Cup, the new Krevat Cup will be the coveted prize. This outing will offer an amazing day of good-spirited competition in golf and tennis while raising much needed funds for the Guidance Center. Four teams will compete for the cup. Donnelly will lead team Garden City along with Mike Mondiello for team Manhasset; Troy Slade for Team New York City; and Michael Schnepper for Team East

Coast. Donnelly, an advocate for the Guidance Center, the preeminent notfor-profit children’s mental health agency on Long Island, is eager to channel Garden City’s gusto for competition to raise funds that will help thousands of children. “The reason I love Garden City is because it’s a kids’ town,” says Donnelly. “Nothing is more important than the wellbeing of our kids. That’s why my fellow GC neighbors and I are competing (well, that and they love golf and tennis). But our team could definitely still use some help! Reach out to the Guidance Center - it’s a great cause and tell them I sent you. This year Garden City once again shined at the Woodstick Classic with a win for the girls so here’s our chance to make Garden City the winner of another classic.” North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center is dedicated to restor-

ing and strengthening the emotional well-being of children (from birth – age 24) and their families. For more than 60 years, the Guidance Center has been a place of hope and healing, providing innovative and compassionate treatment to all regardless of their ability to pay. The Guidance Center, which is headquartered in Roslyn Heights, has a long relationship with the Garden City community. Many members of the staff and Board of Directors live in the town, and residents have benefited from the Guidance Center’s many innovative programs and services. Thus far, Garden City team members include: Peter Appello, Caterina Asaro, Maria Balsamo, James Buser, Robert Buser, Matthew Cody, Joseph Diprisco, John Fallon, Brian Klein, Dino Mangione, Sean Mcentee, Mike McGowan, Peter Samaan, Tiziano Sartori, Paul Vitale and Dave

Westermann. “We’re so grateful to Dan for serving as our honoree and captain of the Garden City team this year,” says Andrew Malekoff, Executive Director of the Guidance Center. “It’s going to be a great way to raise funds and awareness of our programs while having a terrific day at the Creek.” Malekoff adds, “The event is crucial to our fundraising efforts, and will help us continue to help thousands of children each year who are struggling with issues such as bullying, depression, anxiety, divorce and substance abuse. It is through the support and generosity of Garden City and other Long Island communities that we are able to continue and expand our efforts.” For those interested in joining a team, please contact Diana Martin, dmartin@northshorechildguidance. org, 516-626-1971, ext 309.

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Chamber of Commerce’s Pineapple Ball The Garden City Chamber of Commerce hosted its 15th annual Pineapple Ball at the Garden City Hotel on May 5th with an “all-new” cocktail lounge layout and live entertainment extravaganza. Over 350 guests enjoyed dancing, live music and a vast assortment of fine foods provided by the hotel and local restaurants. In addition, guests were treated to a new multimedia video experience featuring highlights from Chamber events from the past year and honorees. “The Chamber’s 2017 Pineapple Ball Committee, led by Kristen Laird, took a new approach for the event this year and surpassed all of our expectations. The Ball delighted Chamber members and their guests, and created wonder-

ful memories for all who attended,” said Garden City Chamber President Thomas McCambridge of the Albanese Organization. “With a tremendous amount of work and planning the committee’s vision became a reality. The Pineapple Ball has created a real buzz in the community and people will be talking about it for years to come.” Featuring a theme of “All that Glitters is Gold,” Ball attendees danced the night away and enjoyed custom cocktails named after each of the honorees. Fifty gold-painted pineapples, each a symbol of welcome and hospitality, were displayed around the ballroom. Top sponsors for the 2017 Pineapple Ball include Platinum Sponsors: TARR’S Home Improvements, Inc.,

The 2017 Pineapple Ball featured an “allnew” cocktail lounge layout at the Garden City Hotel.

Dancing the night away at the 2017 Pineapple Ball at the GC Hotel.

Garden City Chamber of Commerce members and guests mingle and enjoy the 2017 Pineapple Ball at the GC Hotel.

2017 Pineapple Ball Honorees (l-r) Jan Burman of The Engel Burman Group, Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer and Howard Tarr, Vice President/ Partner of TARR’s Home Improvements, Inc.

Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer thanks the crowd before accepting the Community Achievement Award during the 2017 Pineapple Ball.

Walsh Markus McDougal & DeBellis, LLP and The Engel Burman Group/The Bristal Assisted Living; Gold Sponsors are Adelphi University, Albanese Organization, Coach Realtors and SMPL Technologies. “This year’s Pineapple Ball was truly a celebration of the best of what Garden City has to offer in terms of business and community,” said 2017 Pineapple Ball Chairperson Kristin Laird of Coach Realtors. “The energy in the room was electric, the performance by The Atomic Funk Project was great, our large video screen was captivating and guests were thrilled across the board with new approach.” The Garden City Chamber presented three special awards to local leaders.

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honors community, business leaders Honorees are: Howard Tarr, Vice President/ Partner of TARR’s Home Improvements, Inc., who was presented with the Citizen of the Year Award. Jan Burman, President of The Engel Burman Group, who was honored with the Business Person of the Year Award. Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer received the Community Achievement Award. Established in 1974, this recognition commemorates outstanding professionalism within the Village of Garden City and beyond through one’s position or vocation. For additional information about this event or the Garden City Chamber of Commerce, please visit: www.gardencitychamber.org or call (516) 746-7724.

Howard Tarr, Vice President/ Partner of TARR’s Home Improvements, Inc. with his wife Laura, accepts the Citizen of the Year Award at the 2017 Pineapple Ball.

The Atomic Funk Project performs during the 2017 Pineapple Ball.

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Howard Tarr, Vice President/ Partner of TARR’s Home Improvements, Inc. with his wife Laura (l) mingle with fellow guests at the 2017 Pineapple Ball.

The Atomic Funk Project performs during the 2017 Pineapple Ball.

Jan Burman (l) of The Engel Burman Group thanks those in attendance before accepting the Business Person of the Year Award from Pineapple Ball Committee Chair Kristen Laird (r) at the 2017 Pineapple Ball.

Garden City Chamber of Commerce members and guests mingle and enjoy the 2017 Pineapple Ball at the GC Hotel.

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GC wrestlers honored at Nassau County Awards Dinner

On Tuesday, April 4th, two Garden City High School wrestlers were honored at the Nassau County Wrestling Awards Dinner at Crest Hollow Country Club. Junior Matt Flanagan and freshman Joseph Foxen both received All-County recognition. This recognition is given to the top wrestlers in each weight class in the Nassau County Championships which were held at Hofstra University in February. The team was also recognized for finishing first place in its conference. Above, Coach Beihoff, Joseph Foxen, Matt Flanagan and Coach Czachor

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The Wizard of Oz dazzles at Stratford Stratford Avenue School’s auditorium was transformed in to the magical land of Oz this winter when the Fifth grade class staged an enchanting production of the classic tale, The Wizard of Oz. Under the direction of Stratford’s Music Director, Mrs. Meredith Lavin, six classes of fifth graders came together and performed the beloved story of Dorothy Gale and her journey from Kansas to Oz, and back again. The magic of Oz came alive through the excellent performances of the cast and crew, the beautiful custom scenery and intricate props on stage and throughout the school. Two casts alternated over the

course of two days and nights in February, and even a snow-churning N’oreaster couldn’t stop Dorothy, Toto, Tin Man, Lion, Scarecrow, the Wicked Witch, the Wizard and all the residents of Kansas, Munchkinland and Oz from delivering vibrant renditions of classic songs such a ‘Somewhere Over the Rainbow’, ‘We’re Off to see the Wizard’ and ‘Merry Old Land of Oz’. The stage production had the bonus of a Jitterbug scene, which delighted the audience with its levity and cheer. Congratulations to all the students, teachers and staff at Stratford for a remarkable performance!

The Muchkins of Munchkinland

The Lullaby League

A very Wicked Witch

The Jitterbugs infest the forest.

The Winkies guard the witch’s castle.

Aunt Em, Uncle Henry, Dorthy, Hunk, Hickory, Zeke and Professor Marvel

Coroner, Mayor of Munchkinland, Barrister and Dorothy

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The Cast of Oz.

Dorothy, Glinda, Coroner, Mayor of Munchkinland and Barrister

Glinda confronts the Wicked Witch

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Toto, Scarecrow, Dorothy, Lion and Tin Man.

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Tin Man, Lion, Scarecrow, Dorothy, Toto and Glinda

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Tween and teen volunteers gave out Star Wars buttons, glow stick lightsabers, trading cards, and scavenger hunts to patrons throughout Star Wars Day, which was held on Saturday, April 29 at the Garden City Library.

Jedi, including Young Adult Librarian Laura Giunta, from the Lucasfilm-preferred charity performance group Saber Guild: Endor Temple, entertained Library patrons. This program was funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

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The Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Young Adult Departments of the Garden City Public Library celebrated Star Wars with a day full of Star Wars themed programs on Saturday, April 29th. There was a Star Wars science experiment program with Science Teacher Chris Buchman and

a Star Wars Cupcakes program with the Baking Coach. Children, tweens and teens enjoyed a Lightsaber Show and Jedi Training with Saber Guild: Endor Temple. There was also a family show followed by Jedi training featuring Lucasfilmpreferred costume and lightsa-

ber choreography group, Saber Guild: Endor Temple. Visitors to the Library received Star Wars giveaways, participated in Star Wars Scavenger Hunt, and did word games and activities. Star Wars Day was funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Obi-Wan Kenobi from the Lucasfilm-preferred charity performance group Saber Guild: Endor Temple read a Star Wars book to children at the GC Library.

Children posed with members of the Lucasfilm-preferred charity performance group Saber Guild: Endor Temple after the Lightsaber Show and Jedi Training during the Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Star Wars Day.

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Muir Woods is San Francisco’s Cathedral to Mother Nature BY KAREN RUBIN

It is quite amazing to me that just 35 minutes drive from downtown San Francisco, the fabulous urbanized city with some of the tallest structures man has devised, are the Muir Woods, with some of the tallest and most ancient trees Mother Nature has produced. The peace, the serenity, the sheer awe and majesty envelopes you from the first steps into the national forest. There are many tour companies that make it easy for tourists to visit, as well as various means to get you there on your own (but if you use Uber, you have to be aware that there is no cell service there). I took Extranomical Tours’s Muir Woods Expedition which offers an excellent program, well organized, and that gives you some extra added treats: a stop in scenic Sausalito and another stop for a “unique” view of the Golden Gate Bridge (in fact, an unusual vantage point that most tourists would never have), as well as an animated, well informed guide (Jake on the tour I took), who points out the sights, relates San Francisco’s history and gives good historical and

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naturalist background to prime you for your visit to Muir Woods National Monument. The Extranomical tour to Muir Woods begins with a pickup at convenient locations – I was picked up at the Hyatt Regency Embacadero, in a smart van (flooding has wiped out part of Highway 1, so you have to take a small, winding road up to the entrance which the big buses they normally use can’t take). Jake, a filmmaker originally, is our guide and gives pleasant commentary on the drive that orients us well when we arrive. Muir Woods is a national monument, established on January 9, 1908 by President Roosevelt using his powers under the Antiquities Act, to protect an old-growth coast redwood forest from destruction. Jake explains us how these woods were saved from lumbering and development by William Kent and his family. Redwood Creek contained one of the Bay Area’s last uncut stands of old-growth redwood, Congressman William Kent and his wife, Elizabeth Thacher See page D2

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Kent, bought 611 acres for $45,000 in 1905. To protect the redwoods the Kents donated 295 of the land to the Federal Government and, in 1908, President Theodore Roosevelt declared it a national monument. Roosevelt suggested naming the area after Kent, but Kent wanted it named for the pioneering conservationist John Muir responsible for saving Yosemite as America’s first national park. Since Muir Woods is a national monument, Jake can’t guide us through and we pay our $10 fee to enter. But he has oriented us well and has advised us the best way to explore in the two hours we have here. Two hours proves sufficient to get the highlights of Muir Woods and hike the most popular trails (there are numerous hiking trails, some of which hadn’t opened yet for the season). The main trail is paved, flat, and can accommodate wheelchairs. This trail puts you at the base of these mammoth trees so you can the full appreciation of just how massive they are (and how small you are). You find yourself constantly craning your neck to see to the top. And when you walk in, you do feel

like you are entering a cathedral – that craning of the neck to see the treetops making an arch over the narrow path, as if looking up at the high arching roof of a Gothic cathedral like Notre Dame. Indeed, perhaps because it is so close to San Francisco and offers such a contrast to a congested urban area, Muir Woods is very much a “cathedral” – there is even a Cathedral Grove, with a sign that says “Shhh... Quiet Refuge.” You hear birds, the gurgling of the Redwoods Creek that flows through. You feel small, a speck in time and space. You feel grateful to man who saved these woods. You are overwhelmed by the sense of awe and majesty, from your first steps through the wooden threshold. The trees, as if elders, range in age from 400 to 800 years – that means they were already well on in years when Columbus first discovered the New World - their height up to 250 feet. These aren’t as thick as the famous Giant Sequoias which are further inland; but these coastal redwoods are the tallest trees in the world. Even more remarkable because they grow from a tiny seed that bursts from a small pine cone that is heated by fire. In the light gaps beneath the redwood trees are red alders, California big

leaf maples, tanoaks, and Douglas fir. The forest floor is covered in redwood sorrel, ferns, fungi, duff, and debris. Wildlife includes the endangered coho salmon fingerlings that live in the lovely creek that flows through, Pacific wren, woodpeckers, owls, deer, chipmunks, skunks, river otters, and squirrels. You walk among old growth coast redwoods, nurtured in the fresh water of Redwood Creek and by the fog. I cross the fourth bridge over the Redwood Creek and take the Hill Top trail back -a narrow dirt path at a higher elevation – which gives a different perspective. The Visitor Center at the Muir Woods entrance has exhibits and a vast selection of literature and information on Muir Woods. A cafe and gift shop is also located near the park entrance. There are other ways to get to the Muir Woods on your own such as using a bus service (though it is temporarily out while they repair Highway 1; and if you use Uber or ride-share, you need to pre-arrange a pick-up because there is no cell service). Coming on your own, you can organize your visit to miss the busiest crowds during midday (best to arrive before 9 am or after 4 pm). The park opens every day at 8 am and closes at 8 pm (after March 18). Muir Woods is open 365 days of

the year, though hours vary with the season. Muir Woods National Monument,1 Muir Woods Rd. Mill Valley, CA 94941, 415-388-2595. The advantage of the Extranomical Tour is certainly the convenience of the pick up, plus the enhanced experience of a brief stop at Sausalito and (on our trip) the Presidio for Jake’s “unique” view of the Golden Gate Bridge. Jake gives us a narration about the history of San Francisco and points out attractions on our way (like the tunnel, recently renamed for comedian Robin Williams, which is painted with a rainbow). Extranomical Tours also includes a visit to Muir Woods National Monument in other tour offerings, such as one and two-day trips to Wine Country; and a trip that combines Muir Woods with Sausalito and Alcatraz. Extranomical Tours, 866-231-3752, 415-357-0700, www.extranomical.com, contact@extranomical.com. Facebook (www.facebook.com/extranomical), Twitter (www.twitter.com/extranomical) For more help planning a visit to San Francisco, contact San Francisco Travel. 415-391‑2000, www.sftravel.com.

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Backroads Unveils Robust Program to Most Popular Family Travel Summer Destinations Alaska, Yellowstone & the Tetons, Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast and Italy’s Dolomites top the list of the most popular summer travel destinations for families, according to Backroads, one of the world’s leading active travel companies that has focused more intently on family travel in recent years. “The trend of immediate and extended families traveling together continues to grow, as families of all ages look to collect shared authentic experiences, while also doing more with limited vacation time,” the company stated. This summer Backroads is offering nearly 450 family trip departures. This summer’s top-selling Backroads trips include easily accessible domestic destinations for those looking for an

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Beware the car lease Growing up, I always liked Chevrolets. Now a father of three drivers all living at home, there are three Chevys in my driveway. I might have had a fourth Chevy had it not been for unscrupulous dealerships. My trusting relationship with the dealer’s manager lowered my guard upon negotiating our third Chevy, and I paid the price. I should have known better, for I caught an error in the lease paperwork on our second Chevy before we left the dealership. At the time, they said it was a “mistake.” I didn’t remember this mistake when we went in for our third Chevy, and this time they got me. We had agreed on “invoice price” as a starting point for the lease calculation. When the paperwork was drawn up, the price was changed to $700 above invoice price, and I didn’t notice at the time because I trusted them. When I discovered the discrepancy a few weeks later, it was too late. I had signed on the dotted line and the manager refused to speak with me. I was subsequently lied to and basically ignored for months. Before visiting a dealership, check their ratings online. You probably do this before dropping $100 at a restaurant you haven’t yet visited. Do the same before spending thousands on a car. Read the reviews, both good and bad. Check the Better Business Bureau. Do your homework before stepping foot in a dealership. My daughter and I went to a different Chevrolet dealership in search of our fourth Chevy, and we arrived with their newspaper ad in hand. We walked out around an hour later after receiving three different lease quotes

for more expensive cars. Despite our asking over and over again, we simply couldn’t lease the car in the ad. This is called a “bait-and-switch.” Bait-andswitch is just one of the many tactics dealers use to take money from you. After the bait-and-switch episode, my daughter and I shopped around at countless dealerships looking for a car that was not a Chevrolet. This is when we discovered even more tricks dealers use to take your money. Some of the tricks are indeed brilliant, and we had fun seeing variations of the schemes. Buying a car outright is straightforward; you negotiate a price, then pay cash or finance it. Leasing a car simply means you pay for the portion of the car you will use over the term of the lease. While this is very straightforward in theory, it is made to be exceedingly complex by the dealerships. The complexity makes it easy for them to make money. And it’s YOUR money. There are a few industry terms you should know before leasing a car. The first is the capitalized cost. This is equivalent to the selling price, and you want this to be as low as possible. The residual value is the estimated worth of the car at the end of the lease, and this is generally not negotiable. Your monthly lease payment is determined by the difference between these two numbers, plus an interest charge that is referred to as the money factor. Each of the dealers were super-aggressive with us, asking, “How much do you want to spend per month on this car?” “What’s your number?” Most salespeople didn’t know how to

respond when I told them I wanted to start with the selling price of the car instead. This is where the frustration begins. The salespeople have no authority to negotiate. It’s their job to make you love the car. All the negotiation takes place with “the man behind the curtain.” In many cases you can’t meet the man behind the curtain; the salesperson ends up making multiple trips back and forth in an exceedingly frustrating, time-wasting fashion. At the first Hyundai dealership we visited, the man behind the curtain actually met us. He blatantly tried to deceive us about rebates and the selling price of the car, and began fast-talking about the terms of the lease, including admitting to us that he could make money by raising the money factor in the monthly payments. We walked out. The money factor is actually quite simple. It’s the interest rate. But it, too, is made to be inexplicably complex. A money factor looks like this: 0.00167. The interest rate you pay is this number multiplied by 2,400. In this example, it’s 4%. Beware the dealer who tells you a money factor of 0.00167 is 1.67%. Your credit score can impact the money factor. In the end, you want the money factor to be as low as possible. Also, dealers can easily lower your monthly lease payment by creating or increasing a down payment. Don’t do this. Putting money down on a leased vehicle is simply not a good idea. We were at our wits end when we visited our final Hyundai dealer. We had done our homework and tried to make it easy, telling the salesperson exactly what we wanted to pay for the

car (capitalized cost and monthly lease payment), and that we would lease it on the spot. After a lengthy visit to the man behind the curtain, they offered us a monthly price that was 50% higher than what we asked for! After two hours and three trips behind the curtain, we laughed with the salesman that we still didn’t know what the capitalized cost of the car was. We then asked for a breakdown of the lease costs, as it would look on the lease contract we would sign. After yet another lengthy trip behind the curtain, we were flummoxed to see a very professional-looking, fake lease order document, with all the relevant numbers EXCEPT the capitalized cost of the car! It was fascinating to see how motivated they were to keep this number away from us. Always start by negotiating the capitalized cost of the car. When you buy a car and finance it, they don’t ask you what you want to pay per month on the loan. You agree on a selling price and they tell you the monthly payment. Why should leasing a car be any different? If you allow them to start the discussion with the monthly payment amount, you run the risk of paying hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars more over the term of the lease. Get the capitalized cost as low as you can. After three hours, we ended up with the deal we wanted on the Hyundai. And we never got to meet that man behind the curtain. NOTE: The writer of this article wishes to remain anonymous)

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I’m guessing there’s something floating around on the internet giving veterans false hope that they are due some kind of extra Social Security benefits for serving in the military. Vets around the country are marching into their local Social Security office with their DD-214 (military discharge papers) demanding that this hyped up bonus be added to their Social Security checks. Or they are sending me emails asking me to help them get the extra money. As is so often the case with these online rumors, there is a tiny kernel of truth to the story. But then exaggerated claims and false information take over and things get blown way out of proportion. Here are the facts in a nutshell: If you were in the military anytime up until 2001, the government may add a small amount of additional earnings to your Social Security record. And here is the good news: Those earnings are added automatically. There is nothing you need to do to get the extra credits. But here is the bad news: The extra credits are relatively minimal and usually will have little or no impact on the eventual amount of your Social Security check. Now here are the details. If you served on active duty or active duty training in the military service any time after 1956, you paid Social Security taxes on your earnings just like anyone else working at a job covered by Social Security. And since 1988, inactive duty in the armed forces reserves, such as weekend drills, has also been covered by Social Security. That’s the simple part. What leads to all the confusion is that Congress decided to add extra earnings credits to the Social Security records of military personnel. And the amount of those credits varies depending on the time served. If you were in the military between 1957 and 1977, the government adds $300 to your Social Security records for each calendar quarter in which you received active duty basic pay. From 1978 through 2001, the government adds an extra $100 to your Social Security account for each $300 you earned in basic pay, up to a maximum of $1,200 per year. There are times when these extra credits aren’t granted. For example, if you enlisted after Sept. 7, 1980 and didn’t complete your full tour of duty, you won’t get the extra credits. Check with the Social Security Administration for more exceptions. Beginning in 2002, the government stopped adding extra credits to Social Security records for military service. As I said above, if you are due extra credits, you usually don’t need to do anything to get them added to your record. If you served from 1968 through 2001, those credits are automatically added to your Social Security account.

If you served from 1957 through 1967, the credits will be added at the time you file for benefits. In some cases, you may be asked to provide your DD-214 (discharge papers) to verify your military service. The story is a little different for older vets. If you served in the armed forces between 1940 and 1956, Social Security taxes were not deducted from your military paychecks. But in most cases, the government did add $160 per month in earnings to your Social Security account for the time you served. These credits were automatically added at the time you applied for Social Security benefits. So that’s the story. There are no big Social Security bonuses for vets. You don’t need to go to your Social Security office waving your DD-214 and expect to get a big pile of cash. (Although, as I pointed out above, folks who served between 1957 and 1967 may need to show their discharge papers at the time they file for benefits to get those extra earnings added to their Social Security account.) And finally, it’s important that I repeat this message: Those extra earnings you get for your military service aren’t going to make you rich. Because Social Security retirement benefits are figured using a 35-year base of earnings, a few hundred dollars sprinkled here and there into your Social Security account will have little if any impact on your eventual Social Security benefit. Q: I was a housewife most of my life. I am now 61 years old. My husband is only 55. I know I will get Social Security and Medicare on his record someday. (He plans to work until he is 70.) But that is a long way off. So I hope to get Social Security and Medicare on my own account. The problem is that I only worked a few years before I got married. My Social Security records show I have 36 credits. What do I need to do to get my own Social Security? A: You need to find a job! You don’t need much of a job. And you don’t need to work for too long a period of time if you simply want to cross over the minimum threshold you need to qualify for retirement benefits. That threshold is 40 credits. So you are just four credits shy of that mark. Social Security credits used to be assigned on a calendar quarter basis -- one credit for each calendar quarter worked. That’s why many people still call them “quarters of coverage.” And that meant you would had to have worked an entire year (four calendar quarters) to get the extra credits you need. But now, the rules are different. Once you make $5,200 any time during a year, you get the maximum four credits that can be assigned for that year. The law actually says you get one credit for each

$1,300 you earn. But no one can earn more than four credits each year. Depending on the kind of job you get, you could earn the four credits you need quickly or slowly. For example, if you find work as a greeter at Wal-Mart, it could take you a while. But if you can get Bill Gates to hire you as his highest paid executive assistant, you might get those four credits in less than a week! By the way, if you end up with just

40 work credits, you will get a very small monthly Social Security check. My hunch is about $100 or so. But, a hundred bucks is better than nothing! More importantly, you’ll get Medicare coverage at age 65. If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has the answer. Contact him at thomas.margenau@comcast.net. COPYRIGHT 2017 CREATORS.COM

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Austin Adventures Facilitates Vacations in America’s Over-Popular National Parks Last year, a record setting 331 million people visited a national park in the U.S. 2015 had earlier set the record at 307 million visitors. Over the last two years there has been a 13 percent visitor increase overall. This is a trend that experts say is here to stay. The good news is that more and more people are enjoying America’s “best idea.” The downside is that roads, pull-overs and entrance stations are more crowded than ever, parking is hard to find, campgrounds are booked full by noon, restaurant reservations are difficult to secure and for those waiting too long to book lodging, there’s no room left at the inn. Because vacation time is too precious for such factors as frustration and anxiety, advance vacation planning that includes putting a professional tour operator in charge of the logistics can help buy peace of mind and a better overall experience. “When a national park is in the equation, a good tour company can give you the kind of quality park vacation that just might not be possible on your own,” said Dan Austin, President of Austin Adventures, a leader in familyfocused, multisport vacations here and abroad. Austin’s company offers a good reason of why one should consider a tour operator for a national park vacation. “We have stayed ahead of the growth curve by adding capacity and trip departures. We also work hard to block the best rooms inside a park, a year or more in advance.” This is an investment (and risk) to the tour operator, having to secure everything so far into the future. But in Austin Adventures’ case, it has been a winning strategy. Where an individual or family may find frustration going it on their own, booking through an operator can make the process pain-free. A tour operator has the rooms, the restaurant reservations and sightseeing logistics all worked out. They alleviate parking woes by dropping guests off at a trailhead and picking them up at a different spot later. They can also

avoid the masses because they know where the crowds aren’t as well as the best times to be there (on Austin’s Yellowstone Park trips they often avoid the crowds at Old Faithful by visiting at sunrise – a short walk from their lodge). “Guests benefit from our expertise, ‘insider’s knowledge and long-standing park connections,” Austin said. Tour operators know the area, inside and outside the park, as well as the best places to stay, eat, view wildlife, etc. They have highly trained guides who are focused on customer service, safety and security, as well as having fun, said Rick Hoeninghausen, Director of Sales & Marketing for Yellowstone National Park Lodges. Quality tour operators often build in special touches that enhance the experience for their guests. For example, Austin Adventures will surprise their guests with fresh made ice cream and fruit parfaits served along the hiking trail. Some of Austin Adventures’ most popular National Park family itineraries include Yellowstone Family

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Stop Throwing the Citrus Away BY MARY HUNT I have a confession. For years, I’ve been tossing beautiful bright flavor into the garbage. This sad situation is the result of cutting a lemon in half, quickly juicing it for some immediate need and then tossing what’s left. Or, when facing a need for lemon zest, grating that thing till it’s bald, and then giving it a toss. Ouch! There is a way to use up a lemon (or some other citrus fruit) in its entirety and preserve what I don’t need now for when I do need it later. ZEST IT My new routine is to always zest a lemon first, even if all I need at the time is juice. The easiest way is to place the lemon over a piece of parchment paper and then run all over it with a fine zester, which scrapes off the yellow part of the peel but not the white pith beneath. The paper -- better than a plate or bowl -- catches all the fine grates and loose strands and essential oils. Once done, I scoop all of it into an airtight container or bag using a bench scraper to make sure I get every precious flavorful bit. I keep it in the freezer. The pieces are so fine that defrosting for use is never necessary. I just reach into my container of lemon zest and take what I need. It’s amazing and just as fresh as if I’d started with a new lemon. Add a pinch of lemon zest to just about anything to brighten it up -- salad dressing, cookie dough, meringue ice cream, butter, meat marinade and even pancake batter! PEEL IT There are times when you need a larger piece of citrus peel and zest won’t do, like for a garnish or to infuse in marinades, syrups or cocktails. Once your supply has reached a respectable level, you’ll have enough to make jam

and marmalade. Simply wash the lemon (or orange) well and peel it before squeezing the juice. Store the peels -- with all of the pulp removed -- in a plastic bag in the freezer. Now it’s easy to reach in to take what you need. You won’t believe how fresh and bright the flavors will have been preserved. DRY IT Strips of citrus peel can be dried out in a low oven (200 degrees F or so) and then ground to create citrus powder, the perfect addition to any spice rub. CANDY IT Homemade candied lemon peel is a treat, one that is so decadent and classy it makes for lovely gift not only at Christmas but any time of year. You can sprinkle candied peels on top of baked goods or even dip the delicate strips in chocolate. Without a doubt the easiest and most efficient way to make candied citrus peels is in a pressure cooker -specifically, your Instant Pot. You can find the complete recipe with photos and detailed instructions on the Hip Pressure Cooking website. You can use these methods with any citrus: lemons, limes, oranges, grapefruits, Meyer lemons and even smaller citrus like key limes and kumquat. Mary invites questions, comments and tips at mary@everydaycheapskate. com, or c/o Everyday Cheapskate, 12340 Seal Beach Blvd., Suite B-416, Seal Beach, CA 90740. This column will answer questions of general interest, but letters cannot be answered individually. Mary Hunt is the founder of www.DebtProofLiving.com, a personal finance member website and the author of “Debt-Proof Living,” released in 2014. COPYRIGHT 2017 CREATORS.COM

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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT: Part time or full time to assist VP of Strocchia Iron Works, a steel and architectural metal contractor. Responsible for AP / AR, phones, mail, bank recon, download docs from email, some Quickbooks, Notary Public. Contact ralph@strocchia.com with resume. AFLAC Choose Your Flight Path As an Aflac associate, you can enjoy unlimited growth potential, flexible hours and achieve success on your own terms. Take advantage of the freedom to balance your work and personal life and set your own goals for success. Be a career agent or advance into management, the choice is yours. FORTUNE MAGAZINE—10 Best Companies to Work For in the U.S. List—18th Consecutive Year. Contact Bill Whicher Director of District Sales Garden City Office 516-574-1064

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PART TIME-MANHASSET MEDICAL BILLING OFFICE Flexible schedule, (prefer mornings $15 per Hr. Min. 2O hrs. Basic Data Entry. KnowlEDgE ExcEl. HanDlE pHonE. Please call: 516-365-4O4O Resume:Dimatus@aol.com

P/T ADMIN ASSISTANT Garden City CPA firm looking for a P/T Admin Assistant. Responsibilities are billing, A/R & Practice Mgmt. Software. Very professional environment. Must have recent CPA firm experience with Office Tools Billing & Mgmt. Will need to be a self starter, very detailed oriented & organized person. Schedule can be flexible. Send resume: abasile@basilecpa.com

SUMMER HELP WANTED: Garden City family with 2 daughters, ages 9 and 11, looking for summer help Monday thru Friday from 8am to 2pm for child care and driving to local activities. Will provide car. Call Louisa 516-241-5368

SITUATION WANTED AIDE/CARE GIVER: CARING, EFFICIENT, RELIABLE Available Mon-Fri live in to care for your sick or elderly loved one. Cooking, light housework, personal grooming, administer medications . 14 years experience. Just ended 7 years with previous patient. References available. Please Call 516-4480502 CARE GIVER: NEED A COMPANION or nursing assistant for your loved ones at home or in a health care facility? Call 516-410-9943 for a NY State certified nursing assistant with excellent references ! CERTIFIED HHA, PCA seeks weekend position, live in or live out. 17 years experience with Parkinsons, Alzheimers, dementia, cancer patients. References available upon request. Call Doreen 516-302-7564

The North Shore Hebrew Academy seeks an experienced

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT With: Excellent Communication, Organization and Time Management Skills The candidate must demonstrate high level skills in: • Microsoft Office and Typing • Data Entry • Project Management Hours are: Mon-Thurs: 8:00am-4:15pm • Friday: 8:00am-1:15pm • Benefits Available Interested candidates should submit resumes to: Elana Helfgott, Early Childhood Director

ehelfgott@nsha.org

CHILDCARE AVAILABLE June-August, Garden City resident, college senior, nursing major. CPR certified. Own transportation. Reliable, fun, athletic, loves children of all ages. References available. Call /text 516-670-2798

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PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (Never known to fail). Oh Most Beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine of Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin assist me in this necessity. Oh Star of the Sea help me and show herein HOME HEALTH AIDE / you are my Mother. Oh Mary Mother of God, Queen of Heaven ELDER CARE Home health and Earth I beseech thee from aide with over 15 years expe- the bottom of my heart to sucrience !! Excellent references. cor me this necessity (make reCooking, cleaning, showers, quest). There are none that can all aspects of daily care. Live withstand your power. Oh show in. Available Immediately !! me herein you are my Mother. Oh Mary conceived without sin Call Sharon 347-739-7717 pray for us who have recourse HOMECARE ATTENDANT to Thee (three times). Oh Holy European lady, experienced, Mary I place this cause in your looking for part time job. 4-5 hands (three times). Thank you hours /day (morning). Excellent for your mercy to me and mine. references. Own transportation. Amen. This prayer must be said for three days and after three Call J eanette (516)741-6347 days your request will be grantHOUSE CLEANING: ed. The prayer must be pubExcellent service, with great ref- lished. Grateful thanks. (L.B.) erences, reliable, own transporPRAYER TO THE HOLY tation, English speaking. Call SPIRIT Holy Spirit thou who Selma at 516-690-3550 made me see everything and HOUSE CLEANING: showed me the way to reach Experienced cleaning service my ideals. Thou who gave me available. Pleasant, responsi- the divine gift to forgive and ble. Provides own quality clean forget the wrong that is done products. Own transportation. to me, and thou who art in all Local references. Spanish/En- instances of my life with me. I glish speaking. Free estimates. thank thee for everything and Approximate cost: Small home confirm once more that I never $79, Mid size $99, Large $118. want to be separated from you Please call Diana 516-859-7084 no matter how great material desire may be, I want to be with MOTHER’S DAY !! thee and my loved ones in Your GIVE THE GIFT OF perpetual glory. Thank You for CLEANING your love towards me and my I am available for regular loved ones. Pray this prayer for and deep cleaning of your 3 consecutive days. After 3rd home. In addition to cleanday your wish will be granted no ing, I also organize homes, matter how difficult it may be. offices, garages. English Promise to publish this dialogue speaking, honest, reliable. as soon as your favor has been Excellent references. Own granted. (L.B.) transportation. Animal ELDER CARE: Mature woman available to take care of elderly person. Live in or out. 3 or 4 days. Light cleaning, cooking, laundry. Local excellent references. Please call Luisa 516-485-9215 or 516-4511781. Leave message.

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GARAGE SALE GARDEN CITY Saturday, May 20th 9am-4pm 52 St. James St. South Furniture, antiques, paintings, area rugs, baby items, clothing and more! No early birds please.

MEETINGS Come and join us for an informative video & meet great people. Third Wednesday of the month. 7pm. Park City Diner, 101 Herricks Road, Garden City Park, NY 11040. The John Birch Society. JBS.org

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GARAGE/ MOVING SALE! GARDEN CITY Saturday, May 20 9am to 1pm 32 Nassau Blvd Antique Morris recliner chair, Henkel Harris armoire media ready for 36” TV with drawers, LL Bean Shaker desks, Ethan Allen end tables and glass top coffee table, lamps, tv stands, Aubusson rug. INVITED SALES BY TRACY JORDAN Consignment Shoppe and Auction House Open 7 Days a Week Consignments by Appointment Monthly Live & Online Auctions Tag Sale, Appraisals and Estate Sale Services Complete House Cleanouts Moving Services Home Staging Services 839 Stewart Avenue Garden City, NY 11530 516-279-6378 www.invitedsales.com

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LOOKING TO BUY! Oriental items, clothing, art, old & modern furniture, estates, jewelry, silver, glassware, dishes, old photos, coins & stamps, flatware. Call George 718-3861104 or 917-775-3048 OLD TOOLS, toys, trains, coins, antiques, sterling, costume jewelry, clocks, watches. Pleasant and courteous treatment. In business over 54 years. Immediate payment. Immediate removal. 347-256-7981 TOP CASH PAID: JEWELRY, Furniture, Art, etc. Please call 718-598-3045 or 516-270-2128. www.iBuyAntiquesNYC.com

Our Service Directory is sure to bring results. Call 294-8900 for rates and information.

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*BROWSE *SHOP *CONSIGN A.T. STEWART EXCHANGE CONSIGNMENT SHOP China, Silver, Crystal, Jewelry, Artwork, Furniture, Antiques, Collectibles Tues-Fri 10-4 Sat 12-4 Every Tuesday: 10% Senior Citizen Discount. All proceeds benefit The Garden City Historical Society 109 Eleventh Street Garden City 11530 516-746-8900 email: store@atstewartexchange.org www.gardencityhistoricalsociety. org

WILLISTON PARK: Saturday, May 20th from 10am-5pm. Raindate Sunday, May 21st. 103 Collins Avenue. Estate items, costume jewelry, furniture, books, kitchen wares and much more.

AVITAL GALLERY: Paintings, Royal Copenhagen, Rosenthal and more. Hours Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday 12-5 or by appointment. 770 Middle Neck Road, Great Neck, NY 11024. 516-528-9765 Free parking in back. EAST WILLISTON VILLAGE WIDE TAG SALE: Saturday, May 20th from 9-2p.m., drizzle or shine. If it pours, rain date Sunday, May 21st. go to www.eastwilliston. org to double check. Over 70 homes participating. Something for everyone! Map available day of sale from 9am sharp at 460 Sagamore Ave. zip code 11596 GARDEN CITY Saturday, May 20, 9am-3pm 6 Cedar Place Items priced to sell. Something for everyone !! NEW HYDE PARK: Saturday, May 20th, rain date Sunday, May 21st from 8:30-4. 125 Wilton Street. Vacuum, bedding, clothing, Mother of Bride dresses, audio CDs, books, jewelry and much more. WILLISTON PARK: “Bargains and Blessings” Thrift Shop at RESURRECTION CHURCH, 147 Campbell Avenue @Center Street. OPEN Thursdays 9:30am1pm and Saturdays 10am-2pm. 516-746-2257. EASTER ITEMS, jewelry, clothing, household items, etc. DONATIONS accepted Monday-Thursday 9am-1pm.

PETS PET SERVICES A GARDEN CITY ANIMAL LOVER doesn’t want to leave your precious pooch or fantastic feline alone all day. I’m reliable, dependable and will walk and feed your pet while you work or travel. Please call Cheryl at 516-505-9717 DO YOU HATE KENNELS? OR STRANGERS IN YOUR HOUSE? HOME AWAY FROM HOME will care for your dog in my Garden City home while you are away. Dog walking also available. Pet CPR & first Aid Certified. Numerous referrals and references. Limited availability. Book early! Annmarie 516-775-4256 MYA’S K9 CAMP Full Service Pet Care Professional Dog Training Grooming Boarding Walking GC Resident 516-382-5553

AUTOMOTIVE AUTO FOR SALE 2002 4 RUNNER: Green, all wheel drive, full off road vehicle, tow hitch, good condition, original owner. 85,000 miles. $7,200 negotiable. 516-395-8947

AUTO SERVICES DETTAGLIO DETAILING: Anthony Masia, Owner/Operator. Dependable, professional detailer, SUVs, vans, pick-ups also detailed at a higher price. We specialize in imports / Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Jaguar & Maserati. $10 off complete detail. Spring Wash & Wax Special $95/cars only. Coupons not to be combined. 631-612-7152. Check us out on Facebook.

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REAL ESTATE FOR RENT

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

APARTMENT FOR RENT

CONDO/CO-OP FOR SALE

GARDEN CITY BORDER APARTMENT: Spacious, bright 2 bedroom with dining area, gated parking, laundry, A/C, hardwood floors. NO BROKER FEE, near LIRR. $1,685 + electric. ALSO 1 bedroom with balcony $1,535.00 + electric. Both available approximately June 1. www.gcbapts.com or 516-742-1101 GARDEN CITY May special—3 rooms, 1 BR, EIK, parking, elevator. $1975 Beautiful view—new kit. One BR updated tile bath, wood floors. $2300 Enormous four rooms, 2 BR, new kit., walk in shower, elevator, doorman. $3500 Garden City Properties (516)746-1563 / (516)313-8504

CONDO/CO-OP FOR RENT GARDEN CITY WYNDHAM WEST Luxury Condo. 24hr concierge/valet; health club, exercise classes (included), heated pool, entertainment room, 1 BR, 1 1/2 Baths, CAC, Spacious LR, Eff Kitchen, Patio. $3,600/month C Quill, Broker 516-732-6049

OFFICE SPACE WILLISTON PARK 1300sf. office space avail on Hillside Ave. Prof building, parking lot, close to RR & parkways. Full commission paid. Call Tony 516248-4080.

VACATION RENTAL HAMPTON BAYS SUMMER RENTAL 1 block from Meschutt Beach. Close to all. 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath. Immaculate. June $6,000. July $8,500. References/Security required. Call/Text 516-724-5034 WOODLOCH LAKEHOUSE Sleeps 10. 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Full Kitchen, Washer, Dryer, Lake, Pool, Boats, Use of Resort Facilities. Available week of 6/25-7/2 Asking $5,500 Call 516-483-0061

GARDEN CITY DOUBLEDAY CONDO FSBO 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms, 2,200 sf. 2015 new luxury construction. Open floorplan. 2 deeded garage, 24/7 concierge-security, gym, pool, lounge. Zillow listing: https://goo.gl/ybe836 Email: doubledaycondo@ gmail.com

HOMES FOR SALE GARDEN CITY FOR SALE BY OWNER: Mott Colonial. 4 Bedrooms, including 2 possible Master Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Eat In Kitchen, Dining Room, 18x20 Family Room, 60x125 property. Principals Only. Call 631-427-3031

OUT OF TOWN REAL ESTATE MOUNTAIN CREEK: Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath condo in Mountain Creek resort. A 4 season destination resort just 50 miles form NYC. Ski, bike, golf, hike, waterpark, pool, hot tub, spa and lake. $215,000 fully furnished. Contact me at 5red@ optonline.net

SERVICES HOME IMPROVEMENTS AMBIANCE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES *Handyman & Remodeling *Kitchen Installations *Furniture Assembly *Finish Carpentry *Minor Electrical & Plumbing 23year GC Resident Lic & Ins H18E2170000 Call BOB 516-741-2154

VACATION RENTALS SARATOGA RACE TRACK 6 WEEKS AT COZY COTTAGES

2 BR, 1 BTH $6,900 2 BR, 1 BTH $6,750 3 BR, 1 BTH $1,950 Per Week. Straight run to track / 5mi (9P to Union Ave)

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GUTTERS, WINDOWS, CARPET CLEANING! GENERAL HOME REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE: “Handyman Services” Plumbing, electrical is my specialty. Most gutters $30-$40. Powerwashing & painting available. Clean ups in / out. Lawn mowing. All odd jobs.... you name it. I will do it. All work guaranteed!!! Fully insured. Free estimate. Senior discount. Call 516-534-9518

JV PAINT HANDYMAN SERVICES Interior-Exterior Specialist Painting, Wallpapering, Plastering, Spackling, Staining, Power Washing. Nassau Lic#H3814310000 fully Insured Call John 516-741-5378

LAMPS FIXED $65 In home service. Handy Howard. 646-996-7628 MASONRY All types of stonework Pavers, Retaining Walls, Belgium Block Patios, Foundations, Seal coating, Concrete and Asphalt driveways, Sidewalks, Steps. Free Estimates Fully Licensed & Insured Boceski Masonry Louie 516-850-4886 RAFTER ONE CARPENTRY: Kitchens & Baths, Windows & Doors, Wainscoting & Molding, all general home repairs. References. License #H010478/Insured. Bill Ryan 516-491-6222 SKY CLEAR WINDOW and Restorations Inc. Window Restorations, Outdated Hardware, skylights, Andersen Sashes, new storm windows, wood windows, chain / rope repairs, falling windows, fogged panes, mechanical repairs, wood repairs, restorations, all brands. Call Mr. Fagan, 32 years experience. 631-385-7975 www.skyclearwindow.com

PAINTING & PAPERHANGING INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PAINTING Plastering, Taping, Sheetrock Skim Cutting, Old Wood Refinish Staining, Wallpaper Removal & Hanging, Paint Removal Power Washing, Wood Replacement JOHN MIGLIACCIO Licensed & Insured #80422100000 Call John anytime: 516-901-9398 (Cell) 516-483-3669 (Office)

CESAR'S PAINTING Interior/Exterior Renovations Wallpaper Removal, Skim Coating, Painting, Plastering • Senior Discount

516-943-3755

PARTY HELP LADIES & GENTLEMEN RELAX & ENJOY Your Next Party! Catering and Experienced Professional Services for Assisting with Preparation, Serving and Clean Up Before, During and After Your Party Bartenders Available. Call Kate at 516-248-1545

TUTORING CHEMISTRY TUTOR: Call Jonathan, Ivy League Ph.D. AP, SAT II, Regents. I also tutor Biology, Physics, Earth & Environmental Science. itutorchem@gmail.com or 516669-0587

SERVICES TUTORING ELEMENTARY TUTOR: Elementary teacher dual certified in general and special education (Birth-6th grade) available to work with your student to support, enhance and reinforce important skills in Math & Literacy. Call Jeanine 516-2251044 ENGLISH TUTOR: Diane Gottlieb M.Ed., M.S.W. SAT / ACT, College Essays, AP, Regents, ELA Test Prep, Reading comprehension and writing proficiency. 917-599-8007 or email: dianegot@gmail.com LongIslandEnglishTutor.com Providing one-on-one professional support to build confidence, knowledge and skills in every student. IVY LEAGUE GRAD TUTOR: 8+ years experience. Specialities include Physics, Chemistry, Math (all levels), SAT, SAT II. Rate $100 /h r. Sessions held in Library. Skype tutoring available. Call 718-415-8118

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MATH, SAT, ACT TUTOR: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2 plus Trig, Pre-Calc, AP Calculus. Norm 625-3314

MARIA’S CLEANING SERVICE Our excellent cleaning team will get your home or office spotless! Available Monday thru Friday 7am to 6pm Supplies provided if needed Own transportation Excellent references provided CALL 516-849-2026

ENGLISH, ACT, SAT TUTOR: 25+ year experience Critical Reading, Writing, Grammar, Essays. Lynne 625-3314 ONE ON ONE TUTORING I am a special ed /literary specialist with over 5 years of experience. MA COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY TEACHERS COLLEGE. Please contact me at 516633-7442 and view my webpage at www.nickyreadingspecialist. com

SPRING INTO ACTION LET US CLEAN YOUR HOUSE WINDOWS GARDEN CITY WINDOW CLEANING Home Window Cleaning Service by Owner SCHOLARSHIP STUDENTS Free Estimates WANTED! Leona Handelman, Inside & Out Half Hollow Hills Math Teach- Fully Insured er. Empowering students K-12. 25 Years Experience Common Core and enrichment, 631-220-1851 PSAT, SAT, ACT, Regents / 516-764-5686 test prep, professional licensSTRONG ARM CLEANING: ing exams. Free evaluation and Residential and commercial personalized tutoring programs. cleaning specialist, post con516-652-9851 or 516-627-0024 struction clean ups, shipping and waxing floors, move ins INSTRUCTION and move outs. Free estimates. Bonded and insured. 516-538BASEBALL INSTRUCTION 1125 www.strongarmcleaningny.com Top rated on Long Island New York State Certified TWO LADIES Go to: EVONNE & ROSA coachup.com/coaches/johns-22 HOUSEKEEPING & BABYSITfor reviews and info. TING SERVICE Housekeeping for apartPIANO LESSONS ments, homes, condos. By Ira Baslow. Experience the Also clean offices. joy of playing the piano. PriBabysitting services available vate lessons in your home, free weekends morning or evening. no-obligation piano lesson, all Responsible & Reliable! levels, all styles, all ages. BeEvonne 516-7323803 ginners a specialty. 516-312-1054 Rosa 516-499-1390 www.iwantmypianolessons. com

CLEANING HOUSE CLEANING 20% OFF your 3rd cleaning. Experienced cleaning service available. Honest, reliable and pet friendly. Available Monday thru Saturday. Own transportation. English speaking. Free estimates. Please call Elly 516451-3642 MARIA’S CLEANING Experienced house cleaner. Good references. Responsible and hard working. Flexible days. Call Maria 516-859-5355 or 631-495-2444

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1-866-We Junk It: All phases of rubbish removal & demolition. Residential, commercial, construction sites, kitchens, bathrooms, clean-ups, attics, basements, floods, fires. All size dumpsters. Same day service. Fully insured. Bob Cat Service. www.1866wejunkit.com 516-5411557 A & J MOVING & STORAGE: Established 1971. Long Island and New York State specialists. Residential, Commercial, Piano & Organ experts. Boxes available. Free estimates. www. ajmoving.com 516-741-2657 114 Jericho Tpk, Mineola NYDOT# 10405

Call 294.8900 SERVICES COLLEGE ARTS ADMISSIONS: College Counseling in the Visual and Performing Arts. Dance, Musical Theatre & Drama. Film, Instrumental & Vocal Music. Audio Recording & Production. Theatre Technology & Production. Visual & Graphic Arts. Resume, Essays, Repertoire Lists. Michele Zimmerman. 516-353-6255 CollegeArtsAdmissions@gmail.com www.CollegeArtsAdmissions. com COMPLETE JUNK REMOVAL/DEMOLITION SERVICE: Strong Arm Contracting Inc. We haul anything and everything. Entire contents of home or office. We clean it up and take it away. Residential/Commercial. Bonded/Insured. Free estimates. 516-538-1125 DECLUTTER & ORGANIZE your home/office. We do it all. Create a life you love to look at. Free Consultation. Neat Freaks Lisa Marx and Randi Yerman 917-751-0395 www.neatfreaks1976.com instagram: organizethisnthat FC Finishing Touch Masonry: pool coping, pool patio, driveways, sidewalks, brickwork, Belgium block, retaining walls, patios, steps, pavers, Nicolock, Cambridge, stucco, cultured stone, stone veneer. Facebook FC Finishing Touch. web: fcfinishingtouch.com Nassau H0432180000. 516-635-4315 OLD VILLAGE TREE SERVICE: Owner operated since 1989. 24 hour emergency service. Licensed/insured. Free estimates, member LI Arborist Assoc. Please call 516-466-9220 PSYCHOTHERAPY: Efrat Fridman, LCSW. Individual, couple and family therapy. effiefrid@gmail.com 2 Pinetree Lane, Old Westbury, NY 11568. 516-224-7670 or 225 West 35th Street, NY 10001 718-887-4400

VINYASA and GENTLE YOGA

Classes in Mineola Studio.

• $110 - 10 classes • $15 - walk-in rate

Call or Text Carol 516-662-7391 or email YogawithCarol@outlook.com

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Last Hope Animal Rescue’s Supermarket Bingo

Last Hope Animal Rescue’s Supermarket Bingo will be held on Saturday, June 10th. Doors open at 6 PM. Bingo played from 7 PM – 10 PM at Levittown Hall, 201 Levittown Parkway in Hicksville.

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All proceeds benefit Last Hope Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation programs. Prizes will include a variety of supermarket gift cards including BJs, Costco, Stew Leonard and more. Admission includes one Bingo card (set of 4 games), dessert and coffee/tea at intermission. There will be Chinese Auctions and 50/50 raffles. Additional cards, daubers, snacks and hot dogs can be purchased separately at the event. Admission is $15 with advance purchase only. Limited seating – no walk-ins please. To register, visit our website http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org/supermarket-bingo-saturday-june-20th/ .You can pay by PayPal or download a registration to mail in. All registrations MUST be received by June 6th. For more information call Linda DiPaola – 516-455-5370

Low-cost vaccination clinic A low-cost Vaccination and Health Care Clinic will be held on Saturday, May 20th from 10AM – 3PM at our Wantagh Adoption Center, 3300 Beltagh Ave, in Wantagh. Animals must be at least 2 months of age with dogs on leashes and cats in carriers. A link to the downloadable flyer can be found on our website: http:// lasthopeanimalrescue.org 1 Year Rabies – $10; 3 Year Rabies – $15; Canine or Feline Distemper – $12; Bordatella – $15; Heartworm & FELV/FIV Testing – $25 Flea/Tick and Heartworm medications will available for purchase at reduced costs. For more information contact Joanne at jvsabu@aol.com or 631-671-2588.

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TREE SERVICE

Serving the community for over 40 yrs

BRIAN CLINTON

MOVERS

One Piece to a Household/ Household Rearranging FREE ESTIMATES

333-5894

Owner Supervised

Licensed & Insured Licensed #T-11154 175 Maple Ave. Westbury, NY 11590

CARPENTRY

MOVERS

SWEENEY CUSTOM CARPENTRY and PAINTING

Renovations Custom Closets Sheetrock Repairs Interior/Exterior

New Doors New Windows New Moldings Free Estimates

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AUTO DETAILING

DETTAGLIO DETAILING “We clean and pamper your car”

• We specialize in Imports: Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Jaguar & Maserati

• • • • •

Spring Turn-Ons Backflow Device Tests Free Estimates Installation Service/Repairs

• SUV’s, Vans & Pick-Ups also detailed at a higher price • We provide Mobile service

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Complete Detail Coupons not to be combined

Wash & Wax Spring Special $95 Cars only Coupons not to be combined

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Owner/Operator Check us out on Facebook

Joe Barbato (516) 775-1199

HOME IMPROVEMENT

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RAFTER ONE CARPENTRY 24HR EmErgEncy SErvicE Licensed and Insured

Mindful in both work and pricing !

• Kitchens & Baths • Windows & Doors • Wainscoting & Molding • All General Home Repairs References License # H010478 / Insured

Call Bill Ryan 516-491-6222

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ROOFING

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Interior B. Moore Paints Dustless Vac System Renovations

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PAINTING & WALLPAPER est. 1978

Exterior Power Washing Rotted Wood Fixed Staining

Interior and Exterior • Plaster/Spackle Light Carpentry • Decorative Moldings Power Washing

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Lic# H0454870000

DEMO/JUNK REMOVAL

516-328-7499 Licensed & Insured

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“Morton Gould is one of the most famous and prolific of American composers, and a multi-Grammy winner and Kennedy Center Honoree,” shared Garden City High School music teacher and Symphonic Band director, Daniel DellaMonica. “The students are performing one of his pieces, ‘Mini Suite,’ at their Spring Concert on May 25th, which was written for Gould’s daughters’ birthdays.” Mr. DellaMonica has performed with the Nassau Pops Symphony Orchestra and the American Music Abroad Wind Ensemble, where he met Abby G. Burton, Morton Gould’s daughter, when she presented as a guest speaker. “Whenever Mrs. Burton speaks, she always reminds everyone that the ‘G.’ as her middle initial stands for her father’s last name, ‘Gould.’” During Mrs. Burton’s visit in early April, she provided insight on Gould’s “Mini Suite” while relaying the com-

poser’s intentions. Mrs. Burton shared her father’s creative process and his historical significance. “She was an inspirational speaker who motivates others to learn and to grow, whether it be through music or through other parts of life. Mrs. Burton’s love of music and passion for her father’s life work was surely passed on to our Symphonic Band students at Garden City High School!” “Every time I’ve worked with Mrs. Burton, she consistently is able to ‘bring her father into the room’ with her anecdotes and joke-filled stories about him. She definitely inspired our students to continue to grow as individuals, through her passion for music and her love of life’s journey. I even heard one student say that she was one of the most down to earth visitors that he has ever met, and that she was an inspiration.”

2017 GCHS Baseball team wins first two games of Conference A playoffs

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Composer’s daughter shares insight with HS Symphonic Band

The GCHS baseball team continued its winning streak into the Conference A playoffs this past week. to earn the win. In the second game of The 2017 Garden City High School the playoffs, played on Tuesday May 16 baseball team continued its winning at GCHS, Handal had a two-run double streak before a large crowd of students, in the bottom of the fifth to put Garden parents and alumni this past week by City ahead. Senior Rich Marooney foldefeating Valley Stream North and lowed that up with a double of his own Lynbrook to win the first two games to give the Trojans a 4-2 lead. Senior of the Nassau County Conference A Erik Wortmann threw a complete game playoffs. GCHS has not won its first to get the win. Wortmann had five two consecutive playoff games since strikeouts and gave up one walk and the 2006 season, a year in which the one earned run. team advanced to the Long Island With these two victories, first year Championship game. head coach Dave Izzo and assistant In the first game, which was played Ray Chaputian will take the team into at GCHS on Monday May 15, Garden the quarterfinals and will play again City beat Valley Stream North 6-5. at GCHS on Friday, May 19, against Senior Anthony Riggi’s two-out single the winner of the Mepham/Lynbrook in the bottom of the sixth drove in senior TJ McEvoy to break a 5-5 tie and series. With one more win, GCHS will lead the Trojans to victory. Juniors advance to the semi-finals, where the Mark DiPierro and Mike Handal both top four remaining Conference A teams went 2-for-3 and junior Kevin McNiff will play next week. The entire comadded two RBIs for Garden City. Senior munity is encouraged to come out and Andrew Nagel pitched a complete game, root for the Trojans on Friday at Frank allowing only two earned runs while Kiernan field at 4:30pm. giving up no 1-8 walks and striking out five GC-CHERRY Page - 04-25-17_Layout 1 4/25/17 3:28 PM Page 1

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GCHS Miracle Club at “Soul Cycle.”

GCHS students support Winthrop’s Cancer Center for Kids

Miracle Club members from Garden City High School teamed with the Charlie’s Champions Foundation for a Pedal for Pediatric Cancer fundraiser at Soul Cycle last month. Forty female students raised an impressive $6,000 for the Winthrop-University Cancer Center for Kids, and had a great time doing so.

Participants were surprised with T-shirts to thank them for their involvement and to commemorate the event. “It was such a great workout, and it was made even better by having friends there to experience it and encourage us,” said club co-president Christina Degruccio.

Organizers T.J. Schmitt (left) and Charlie Schmitt (right) with class instructor.

The event is one of a series of annual events that the students organize to benefit local cancer charities. The second annual Charlie’s Champions/ Miracle Club Color Blast, which challenges students to complete a color runtype obstacle course, will be held after school on May 25th at the high school.

“Because cancer has affected so many of our peers, friends and family members,” said sophomore Ali Larocca, “I feel we have an obligation to help others. These events unite all of us at the high school.”

GCHS’s Isabel Megale, Susan Pelczar, Julia Kavan, and Catherine Conway take a breath before the workout.

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GC takes the field

Garden City Girls Varsity Lacrosse wins first playoff game

The Garden City High School Girls Varsity lacrosse team played their first playoff game of 2017 and came away with a big win! GCHS took on New Hyde Park High School on Wednesday, May 17th at Warren King Field in Garden City in the quarter final round of the Class B playoffs. Like Garden City, New Hyde Park was undefeated in conference play this year leading Conference V with a record of 11-0. The Garden City girls proved to be too much for them, however, taking

an early lead and never looking back. The game concluded with a final score of 17-1. Garden City saw scoring from 11 different players. The team was lead offensively by Sarah Mackey with 3 goals and 1 assist and Jenn Medjid with 2 goals and 2 assists. Celia Concannon contributed 3 goals and Jackie Brattan added 2 goals. Freshman Julianna Ingrassia scored her first varsity goal and contributed 1 assist as well. Mary Kate Dolan, Taylor Gladd and Sarah

Kaval each tallied 1 goal and 1 assist. Julia Fornasar, Kelly George and Miller Overbeck each added 1 goal, and Ella Heaney tallied 1 assist on the day. GC’s strong defense of Devon Heaney, Katherine Galzerano, Deanna Weisenburger, Catherine Conway, Keeley Scott, Kara Metzler, Amanda Cerrato and Erin Healy once again played great defense allowing New Hyde Park’s offense very limited opportunities. Tough goalkeeping added to GC’s limiting NHP to only 1 goal.

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Kerry McHugh had 3 saves on the day

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Goalkeeper Kerry McHugh lead with 3 saves. Goalie Emily Gaven recorded 2 saves and goalkeeper Kaitlyn Larsson recorded 1 save. The girls next take to the field for the semi-final match against the winner of Calhoun HS v MacArthur High School. The game will be played on Monday, May 22nd at 4:00 pm at Adelphi University. Please come out and cheer on the team!

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VILLAGE SPORTS Join Us For A Summer of Fun

Our Summer Camp Brochure has arrived and is filled with plenty of activities to entertain your children. Sports, science, engineering, and computer coding, and cultural sessions such as language or film making, we have it all in each four day camp! Please visit our office at 108 Rockaway Ave. to pick up a copy or download the brochure from our website at www. gardencityrecreation.org.

Recreation Department “Over 35” Softball Team registration

Roster packages for the Garden City Recreation and Parks Department’s Men’s Over 35 Softball League are now available. This league plays on Sunday evenings. Rosters will be accepted from teams meeting the following eligibility requirements: 1. Teams must be comprised of residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City. 2. All players must be over 35 years of age or turning 35 during the course of the season. The fee for this league is $575, which includes games, balls, and umpires. Application packages can be picked up at the Recreation Department Administrative Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. The completed roster package will be accepts until May 30th or until 12 completed packages are received.

Want to Play Some Softball?

Of you are a resident of the Inc. Village of Garden City, age 18 or over, who would like to play softball in one of the Recreation Department’s softball leagues. Call the Recreation Office at 465-4075 to put your name on our “player list”. We sometimes have coaches who call looking for extra players to round out their rosters. Call and leave your name, age, address, and phone number and we will keep your name on file for the team who is looking for extra players.

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2017 Summer Adult Tennis Lessons

The Garden City Recreation Department will conduct evening tennis lessons for adults who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City at the Community Park Tennis Facility. The lessons will run for one hour each week in three sessions during the spring/summer months. The registrant has a choice of a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday class and a choice of time. There will be a maximum of four players per court. The dates and fees will be as follows: Session 1 6 weeks beginning May 1. Cost - $190 Session 2 4 weeks beginning July 10. Cost $130 Session 3 4 weeks beginning Aug. 7. Cost $130 To register, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Ave to fill out an interest form. A check made payable to the Village of Garden City must accompany the form. Separate checks for each session please!

Summer Tots and Pee Wee Tennis Pee Wee Tennis is offered to children who are Village residents ages 4 to 6. Eligibility is determined by the child’s age at the start of the session. Skills are learned by fun and easy to do drills taught by our tennis staff. Each child may register for a maximum of two sessions. Session A: June 26 – 29 Session B: July 3 – 7 (NO 7/4)

Session C: July 10 - 13 Session D: July 17 – 20 Session E: July 24- 27 Session F: July 31 – August 3 Session G: August 7 - 10 Session H: August 14 - 17 Where: Community Park’s Tennis Facility Time: 9 to 10 a.m. Cost: $ 60 To register for this program, please visit the Garden City Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue, or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline. gardencityny.net. For additional information please contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075.

Summer Pee Wee Sports Sampler with Andrew

Our very popular Rec. program will continue this summer in our neighborhood parks. In this four day program, your child will get a taste of a different sport each day as our Recreation staff takes them through some fun skills and drills. The group will then make an arts and crafts project to take home. Children ages 4-5 who are residents of the Village of Garden City are invited to register for this fun program! July 17 – 20 at Grove Park July 31 – August 3 at Edgemere Park Time: 2 – 3:15 p.m. Cost: $ 80 To register for this program, please visit the Garden City Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue, or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline. gardencityny.net. For additional information please contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075.

Summer Tennis Camps for Ages 6-15

The Recreation Department’s Tennis Camp program offers children aged six and up an opportunity to learn or advance their tennis skills while working with experienced tennis pros in a fun setting. Our camps are set

by age and children will be grouped according to ability within their camp. All sessions are held at the Community Park Tennis Center. The age of the child at the start of the session will determine which session the child may attend and proof of age may be required. Please read the information below to determine which camp your child is eligible to attend. Please note: each child may sign up for a maximum of two sessions. For our Pee Wee camp (ages 4 to 6) please look at the camps for the younger child. Equipment needed: flat soled sneakers and a tennis racket All Camps will follow the same session dates: Session A: June 26 – 29 B: July 3 – 7 (NO 7/4) C: July 10 - 13 D: July 17- 20 E: July 24 - 27 F: July 31 – August 3 G: August 7 - 10 H: August 14 - 17 NOVICE CAMP – For ages 6 and 7. This camp will teach serving, rallying, and the basics of a tennis game, keeping it fun for the younger tennis set. Time: 1 – 2:30 p.m. Cost: $ 95 JUNIOR CAMP – For ages 8 – 11. For all levels of experience, this camp will group players by ability so that everyone can move to the next level. Time: 10 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Cost: $ 125 JUNIOR CAMP PLUS - For the child aged 8 to 11 that is looking for a full day of tennis. This camp will provide tennis instruction in the morning, followed by lunch time and a special activity, then ending the day with tennis matches. Children must bring their lunch to this camp. Time: 10 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. Cost: $250 SENIOR CAMP - For ages 12 to 15 For all levels of experience. Time: 1 – 2:30 p.m. Cost: $95 To register for this program, please visit the Garden City Recreation and

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US Sports Institute Spring & Summer Programs

US Sports Institute has launched their new website and now has all Garden City Recreation and Parks sponsored Spring and Summer Camps and Classes open for registration. Offerings include a Spring Break Multi Sport Camp, Soccer Clinics for ages 2 – 5, TeeBall Squirts for ages 3 – 5, and Total Sports Squirts, a combination of all sports, for ages 3 – 5. Classes start soon so visit US Sports Institute’s website at www.ussportsinstitute.com for further information or to register.

Recreation Softball Camp

Our softball camp will teach young aspiring players entering grades 3 through 7 the basic skills of softball. Every aspect of the game will be covered including hitting, fielding, base running, pitching, and more. Team play will be emphasized. The goal of this camp is for young athletes to improve their overall self confidence and knowledge of the game.

When:....July 17 - 20 Time:.....3 – 5 p.m. Where: Community Park Softball Fields Cost:......$ 105

To register for this program, please visit the Garden City Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue, or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny. net. For additional information please contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075.

USSI Field Hockey Camp

US Sports Institute will conduct a Summer Field Hockey Camp for girls ages 9 - 13 that are residents of the Village of Garden City. Campers will be taken through all phases of the game, thoughtfully integrating technical and tactical components in a fun, innovative way. The camp will focus on individual skill development and the rules of the game, as well as the importance of playing together as a team. Players will be grouped by age, playing ability

and experience level. No previous experience playing field hockey is required to attend the First Play Field Hockey Camp. Equipment will be supplied. When:.......... Week of July 17 - 20 Week of August 21 - 24 Where:......... St. Paul’s Field Time:............ 9:30 - 12:30 p.m. Fee:................$169 each week To register for this camp, register online at www.ussportsinstitute.com.

Summer Youth Basketball Camp

The Garden City Recreation Department will be conducting a Youth Basketball Camp for boys and girls who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City and entering 1st through 6th grades in September. Come join us and learn what it takes to pass, dribble and shoot in this camp. The purpose of this program is to provide instruction in self improvement, basketball fundamentals, team play, group cooperation, and most important of all, FUN! When:...........Week of June 26 - 29 Week of July 31 - 3 Where:......... St. Paul’s Field House Time:............*8:30 - 10:30 a.m. **11 – 1 p.m. *For children entering 1st + 2nd grades. *For children entering 3rd - 6th grades Fee:............... $105 To register for this program, please visit the Garden City Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue, or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny. net. For additional information please contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075.

Summer Boys & Girls Lacrosse Camp

For Children entering 1st through 5th grades in September. Here is an opportunity for youngsters who are residents of the Village of Garden City to learn the techniques of catching, throwing, scooping, and shooting through fun drills. They will also learn the rules of the game by scrimmaging. This is a basic camp where no experience is necessary and equipment is provided. When: Week of July 10 - 13 Where: St. Paul’s field Time: 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. for children entering 1st and 2nd grades 11 – 1 p.m. for children entering 3rd 6th grades Fee: $ 105

Summer Youth Baseball Camp

Our Department will again conduct a Summer Baseball Camp for boys and girls that are Residents of the Village of Garden City. This instructional program is offered for boys and girls in 1st through 6th grades. The camp will focus on individual skill development, and the importance of playing together as a team. Youngsters in each age category will be divided into appropriate skill levels and will receive group instruction. Equipment needed: Baseball Glove, Sneakers or Rubber Cleats When:.......Week of July 17 – 20 Week of July 24 - 27 Where:.....Comm. Park’s Baseball Fields Times:.......*8:30 - 10:30 a.m. or 11 - 1 p.m. *For children entering 1st - 3rd grades. Times:..........**11 - 1 p.m **For children entering 4th - 6th grades Fee:............$ 105 each week To register for this program, please visit the Garden City Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue, or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny. net. For additional information please contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075.

Summer Yoga for Beginners

The Recreation Department’s certified yoga instructor will offer yoga classes for boys and girls who are residents of the Village of Garden City in grades 1 -7. Children attending this program will learn movements, postures, and breathing techniques which will help with relaxation, self awareness, and fitness. When:......Week of August 14 -17 Where:.....St. Paul’s Center Time: 9 – 10 a.m. entering grades 1 - 3 10:15 – 11:30 a.m. entering grades 4 - 7 Fee: $ 80 To register for this program, please visit the Garden City Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue, or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny. net. For additional information please

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Summer Computer Workshop on Coding for Kids Entering Grades 4 – 7

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Introduction to Coding: In this multi session class, your child learns the basics of computer language, code structure, and implementation of all. A participant must be comfortable with computers and keyboarding to take this workshop. Our Computer Workshop is being run by Sharper Training Solutions. Please note: Computers are provided with two children to each computer. Please understand that your child will share a computer terminal. When: Week of July 17 - 20 Where: St. Paul’s Senior Center Time: 10:00 a.m. – Noon Fee: $105 To register for this program, please visit the Garden City Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue, or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny. net. For additional information please contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075.

Nature Adventures

A program that explores the living things around us.

Our Recreation Department and the Garden City Bird Sanctuary are joint venturing to offer a program experience “Nature Adventures”. Children ages six to nine invited to spend the morning at the Garden City Bird Sanctuary learning about how they can work hand in hand with nature. This one week, two hour program will meet at Nassau Haven Park and then move into the Sanctuary, with walks, crafts, and take homes for each child involved. When: Ages 6 - 9 Week of July 31 – August 3 Week of August 7 - 10 Where: Garden City Bird Sanctuary Time: 10 am to noon Fee: $ 80 To register for this program, please visit the Garden City Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue, or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny. net. For additional information please contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075.

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The Men’s Association News GC Community Park News Next Meeting

Attention all Directors! The final meeting of the school year will be in early June. Watch for an e-mail to be sent by the President concerning the exact details and agenda. Please make every effort to participate. Your voice needs to be heard!

TMA Yearbook

The TMA is now accepting team sponsorships and ads for our annual yearbook and applications for family memberships. A team sponsor’s name will appear prominently at the side of one of the team pages. Prices for team sponsorships and ads appear on the form on our website at www.gctma. org. Ads can be purchased to advertise your business, to congratulate a team, the graduating class or a friend or relative at the high school or to simply show your support. Sample ads are on our website. Merely download the online form, complete it a nd send it (and the ad copy and pictures in jpeg format) to TMA, POB 666, Garden City, NY 11530 along with a check to TMA ($150 for team sponsorships and the amount of the ad which you purchase). You can e-mail ad form and pictures to tmagcny@gmail.com. A copy of our annual yearbook will also be delivered to each advertiser. You can apply to be a family member by filling out the form on our website at www.gctma.org. Family membership is $25 ($10 for seniors). A copy of our annual yearbook will be hand delivered to each family member’s home. The yearbook contains a comprehensive review in text and pictures of all the High School Teams, the Father/Daughter and Mother/ Son Dances, the BAA/GAA Award Ceremonies, GC Sports History, and more. It is a keepsake for all supporters of our athletic teams. We thank you for any support you can provide. You can e-mail any questions to any of TMA’s officers or directors at tmagcny@gmail.com or call Jim Connolly at 516-967-1703. The deadline to submit all ads / sponsorships is now May 30th.

GCHS Home Athletic Schedule

Good luck to all the varsity teams as they prepare for their respective playoff contests and county tournaments!

Father / Daughter and Mother / Son Dances

Another great GCHS tradition !!! The father/daughter dance is scheduled for Friday, June 16 and the mother/son follows on Saturday, June 17. Both will start at 6:30 p.m. Mark your calendars and watch for the formal invitations which were sent to the homes of all seniors within the last week. Start getting your tables together!

TMA Website

Now can be accessed thru www. gctma.org. Note: this is the new web site we have been working towards which is much more friendlier “domain” name. Check it out! Signup to be a Director, ability to pay dues, make a donation to one of our many causes, etc. Take a look. We welcome all feedback!

Facebook Page

Yes, we have reached the modern times! Another venue to find out about the TMA and all we do!

Who We Are

For over 80 years, The Men’s Association or simply the TMA has supported the athletic and social activities of students in the Garden City schools and promoted good sportsmanship as well as ideal citizenship. The TMA is composed of more than 100 active Directors, 50 Life Directors and 500 Family members. With the generous support of our fellow residents, the Men’s Association has been involved in a great number of projects covering a wide range of interests. While we are still primarily committed to the athletic programs at the Middle School and High School, in recent years the TMA has expanded their support and sponsorship to other programs benefiting a wider range of students in the Garden City Schools. Some of these programs are SEPTA, the Jamie and Paige Malone Foundation, Best Buddies, the GC High School Marching Band, BAA/GAA Awards Night, Middle School Bagel Bash, Reeves Scholarship, Bethany LeSueur Jersey Retirement Ceremony, GCHS Stem Program, CPR training for all coaches, HUDL, Robotics, 9th grade BBQ, Kickline, GCTA Hurricane Relief Fundraiser and the Father-Daughter and Mother-Son dances. All of this would not be possible without your continued assistance on aiding all we do. Thanks to all who contribute!

How You Can Join

The TMA is always looking for potential new members. If you’re a father who has a child or children in the GC School District and are willing to be involved please contact one of the Officers or Directors for an application. Thanks for all your support !!! Special thanks to all those who have joined as family members ! Go Trojans!

Important

Any directors who have not paid their annual dues please mail your $100 check to the treasurer!

Registration for Women’s Tennis Leagues

Registration for the 2017-2018 Community Park Tennis Center weekday women’s tennis leagues are underway. All players wishing to join can pick up and fill out an application at the Community Park Clubhouse, or download an application at www. gardencityrecreation.org. Current players have the first choice to rejoin their league and must be signed up for next season by Friday, May 19th. After this date openings will be filled on a 1st come 1st served basis by qualified players. If you do not come in 1st or 2nd in your current group and you wish to move up you may try out for the group. If our pro ranks you at that level and there are openings you can move to the next level. So get your application in as soon as possible. All new players must attend a try-out (to be rated) with one of our pros before they can play in the league. You do not have to try out for learn and play league. If you do not get into the league of your choice, you may sign up as a sub player. We will do our best to accommodate players however there is limited court time and a limited number of openings in the women’s tennis leagues. The league is a great way to meet new people and get some exercise during the winter months. For more information on the league or details about babysitting call Tom McGerty at the Community Park Clubhouse, 483-2525. The fee to play is $550. per person. Monday 3.0 Doubles 11:30 – 1:00 Monday 3.5 Doubles 1:00 – 2:30 Tuesday 2.5 Doubles 11:30 - 1:00 Wednesday 1.5 - 2.5 (Coached Play) 11:30 – 12:30 Wednesday 3.5 – 4.0 Doubles 12:30 – 2:00 Thursday 3.0 Singles 11:30 - 12:30 Thursday 3.5 Doubles 12:30 – 2:00

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3.0 Doubles 11:30 – 1:00

Plan Your Party Now!

Spring is here and we are already taking party reservations for the 2017 season. If you are planning a birthday party, a group outing or just looking to get together with family, friends or co-workers, why not try miniature golf at Community Park. Our course has twists and turns to excite players of all ages! We offer a beautiful setting with a shaded picnic area, and a playground. Additionally this fun filled activity is reasonably priced. So look into our party packages and let the fun begin! We are now booking parties for the 2016 season. For more information or to book a party, call Tom at the Community Park Clubhouse at 4832525.

Tennis Center Etiquette Reminder

We kindly remind all of our tennis players to please reframe from entering the tennis courts until your scheduled time begins. If you are early, please wait in the Tennis Clubhouse until one minute before your court time and then proceed to your court. In order to create a courteous environment we ask players to please end at the specified time. Do not finish a set or play one more point so that the next scheduled group has the opportunity to start on time.

Senior Citizen Tennis Time

Senior residents can now take advantage of the $20 per hour per court rate on the newly expanded time period of Monday through Friday 7:00am -6:00pm. To make a court reservation please call the Tennis Clubhouse at 483-2525.

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Garden City, NY – New to Market This timeless Tudor, on 100 x 150 ft. property, combines Old World charm and quality craftsmanship. The 1st floor features a large entrance foyer with stately staircase, sunken living room with fireplace, formal dining room, family room, eat-in kitchen with butler’s pantry, office and powder room. The 2nd floor has a master suite with dressing area and bath, 2 additional large bedrooms adjoined by full bath, and a 4th bedroom with bath. The 3rd floor offers a walk-up attic with storage. The full basement has a rec room, work room, laundry room and utility room/storage space. SD #18. MLS# 2938713. $1,599,000.

Susan Gillin Real Estate Salesperson Garden City Office 102 Seventh St., Garden City, NY 516.248.6655, c.516.655.5662 susangillin@danielgale.com

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Sunday, May 21st, 1:00 – 3:00pm 142 Brixton Road, Garden City, NY This home is an exceptional opportunity to live in the heart of the Estates section. Special in every way, this picturesque cedar Shingle-style home exudes charm and sophistication with unique custom millwork, dramatic coffered ceilings, 3 fireplaces and wine cellar. Set on oversized park-like property, some spectacular features include 5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, gourmet kitchen with breakfast nook, private office with custom-built work spaces, private master suite and beautiful covered front porch with a swing. The grand property is professionally landscaped with a deck that is perfect for a summer garden party or relaxing after a long day. Please call me for a private viewing of this truly one-of-a-kind home. SD #18. MLS# 2931903. $1,695,000.

Christine Cudahy, CBR Associate Real Estate Broker Silver Circle of Achievement Garden City Office 102 Seventh St., Garden City, NY 516.248.6655, c.516.238.8768 christinecudahy@danielgale.com Each office is independently owned and operated. We are pledged to provide equal opportunity for housing to any prospective customer or client, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin.

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OPEN HOUSE Sunday, May 21st, 1:00 – 3:00pm 408 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY

Introducing 408 Stewart Avenue. This stunning Mediterranean classic Center Hall Colonial is an iconic Garden City jewel. Offering 5,500 sq. ft. of living space, and situated on magnificently landscaped park-like 150 x 250 ft. property, the home offers 8 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, grand entry foyer with sweeping staircase, estate-sized dining room with fireplace, living room with fireplace, handsome library/den with fireplace, large sun-drenched 4-season sun porch, fabulously sized kitchen overlooking one of the most beautifully landscaped properties in town. 2nd floor has master suite, dressing room and master bath and 3 additional bedrooms and bath. 3rd floor has additional 4 bedrooms and bath. Large finished basement. Stunning architectural detail throughout. Circular driveway in front with second driveway on side yard. A rare opportunity. SD #18. MLS# 2938302. $1,995,000.

Mary Opulente Krener, CBR Associate Real Estate Broker Silver Circle of Achievement 516.248.6655 c.917.518.7205 marykrener@danielgale.com

Kathleen Lucchesi, CBR Robert J. Krener Real Estate Salesperson 516.248.6655 c.917.517.6518 robertkrener@danielgale.com

Garden City Office • 516.248.6655 • 102 Seventh Street, Garden City, NY Each office is independently owned and operated. We are pledged to provide equal opportunity for housing to any prospective customer or client, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin.

Real Estate Salesperson Silver Circle of Achievement 516.248.6655 c.516.320.0802 kathleenlucchesi@danielgale.com

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OPEN HOUSE Sunday, May 21st, 2:00 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4:00pm 122 Kilburn Road, Garden City, NY

Built in 2001, this stunning Estates Colonial has it all. The 1st floor welcomes you with a large center hall and sweeping staircase. There is a library with built-in bookcases and pocket doors, a gracious formal dining room, powder room, mudroom, and a large great room/family room with wood burning fireplace which opens to a spacious eat-in kitchen. The kitchen has a beautiful walk-in bay window overlooking the colorful perennial gardens and brick patio. The 2nd floor has a large master bedroom suite with wood burning fireplace and large master bath with radiant heat. There are 3 additional spacious bedrooms and hall bath. The legal 3rd floor has 2 large rooms with cathedral ceilings, palladium windows, and skylights. This desirable home sits on an 80 x 100 ft. lot filled with spectacular perennial garden beds. Other notable amenities include wideplank wooden flooring, dental moldings, Marvin windows, custom closets, speaker system on 1st floor, and too many others to mention. Please join us on Sunday to see for yourself the quality and craftsmanship of this special home. Please call Marilyn or Kathy for your own private showing. SD #18. MLS# P1284583. $1,599,000. Garden City Office Kathleen Roberts, CBR Real Estate Salesperson Gold Circle of Excellence 516.248.6655 c.516.286.8218 kathleenroberts@danielgale.com

Marilyn Frey, CBR Real Estate Salesperson Gold Circle of Excellence 516.248.6655 c.516.353.9833 marilynfrey@danielgale.com

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Did you register for the GC Pool yet? Summer is quickly approaching, so make sure you get your pool application in soon. We have many exciting events planned and we don’t want you to miss out. Some of our scheduled movies include: Disney’s “Moana”, on Saturday, August 12th and the current box office topper “The Boss Baby” starring Alec Baldwin on Tuesday, July 18th. Our “Saturday Night Under the Stars” series will begin at 6pm this year and will feature poolside BBQ items and some great entertainment featuring: family entertainer “Jester Jim” on July 1st (look him up on youtube and see for yourself how good and

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Saturday, May 20th, & Sunday, May 21st, 2:00 – 4:00pm 370 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY Beautiful 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath Expanded Ranch on 1 acre of property. This home is completely renovated and includes over 5,000 sq. ft. of living space. Fantastic in-law in suite that is also zoned for a home office and includes 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths, living/dining room area, wet bar, laundry and separate entrance. SD #18. MLS# 2936861. $2,195,000.

Fortune Heaney, CBR, SRES Associate Real Estate Broker Gold Circle of Excellence 516.248.6655 c.516.521.9772 fortuneheaney@danielgale.com

exciting his act is!), Garden City’s own “Old School Band” on July 29th , and the famous “Boston Burglars” will be our special guests on Saturday August 9th. So come on down and enjoy a great evening at the pool. Don’t forget about swim lessons for the kids and adults too! Exercise and yoga classes for the adults are also scheduled for this season. The always popular Sundays @ 2pm program features a wide variety of entertainment, Music, Magic, Bingo and more help make Sundays at the pool extra special. Check your pool brochure or the website (gardencityrecreation.org) for details of all the things the pool has to offer the residents of our community. Hope to see you at the pool!

Lisa Heaney, CBR Real Estate Salesperson Gold Circle of Excellence 516.248.6655 c.516.376.3470 lisaheaney@danielgale.com

Garden City Office • 516.248.6655 • 102 Seventh St., Garden City, NY Each office is independently owned and operated. We are pledged to provide equal opportunity for housing to any prospective customer or client, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin.

Garden City, NY Welcome to this charming Cape-style home that offers 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths and an incredible value. The 1st floor offers a newly updated eat-in kitchen with peninsula, large living room with gas fireplace, formal dining room or possible additional bedroom, guest room or office and full updated bath. The 2nd floor has 2 additional spacious bedrooms, full hall bath and lots of closets and storage. The basement is finished for recreation space or storage. Additional features include large fenced-in backyard with patio, attached 1-car garage, 4 generously-sized bedrooms, full finished basement and gas heating system. SD #18. MLS# 2938341. $739,000.

Brigid J. Marmorowski

Cheryl Ann Trimboli, CBR, RSSP

Real Estate Salesperson Gold Circle of Excellence Garden City Office 102 Seventh St., Garden City, NY 516.248.6655, c.516.330.1251 brigidmarmorowski@danielgale.com

Real Estate Salesperson Gold Circle of Excellence Garden City Office 102 Seventh St., Garden City, NY 516.248.6655, c.516.647.9971 cheryltrimboli@danielgale.com

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Southampton, NY

3-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #22. MLS# 2928500. $3,500/mo.

4-bedroom, 3.5-bath. Rental. SD #6. MLS# 2921293. $15,000 – $85,000/mo.

6-bedroom, 4.5-bath. Rental. SD #6. MLS# 2892643. $50,000/August – Labor Day.

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Southampton, NY

5-bedroom, 3-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2932122. $6,500/mo.

4-bedroom, 4-bath. Rental. SD #6. MLS# 2921314. $45,000 – $55,000/mo.

2017 Wyndham Sale/Rental Activity to Date CLOSED: 100 Hilton Avenue, Unit 303, Garden City, NY 111 Cherry Valley Avenue, Unit 808, Garden City, NY 100 Hilton Avenue, Unit 810, Garden City, NY 100 Hilton Avenue, Unit M-2, Garden City, NY 100 Hilton Avenue, Unit M32, Garden City, NY 100 Hilton Avenue, Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2928996. $699,000.

100 Hilton Avenue, Unit 418, Garden City, NY 111 Cherry Valley Avenue, #614, Garden City, NY – Rental.

UNDER CONTRACT: 100 Hilton Avenue, Unit M-27, Garden City, NY 111 Cherry Valley Avenue, Unit 303, Garden City, NY 100 Hilton Avenue, Unit M-20, Garden City, NY 111 Cherry Valley Avenue, Unit 906, Garden City, NY 100 Hilton Avenue, Unit 309, Garden City, NY 111 Cherry Valley Avenue, Unit 809, Garden City, NY

Consult a Wyndham Resale specialist when looking to buy or sell. Our on-site office staff is unsurpassed in providing thorough knowledge of the Wyndham Complex. Their years of professional experience and excellent service at this Five-Star Luxury Facility ensure a seamless transaction for both seller and buyer. Wyndham Division • 516.739.7171 100 Hilton Avenue, Garden City, NY gardencity@danielgale.com

Wyndham Resale Specialists: Patricia Costello • Alfred Kohart • Mary Krener • Linda Mulrooney

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OPEN HOUSE

Sat., 5/20 & Sun., 5/21, 12:00 – 2:00pm 216 New Hyde Park Rd., Garden City, NY 3-bedroom. 2-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2938341. $739,000.

5/20, 1:30 – 3:30pm & 5/21, 12:30 – 2:00pm 58 Washington Ave., Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 4.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2929647. $1,975,000.

Sat., 5/20 & Sun., 5/21, 2:00 – 4:00pm 370 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 5-bedroom. 4.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2936861. $2,195,000.

OPEN HOUSE

Sunday, May 21st, 1:00 – 3:00pm 4 Chestnut Street, Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2930467. $1,099,000.

Sunday, May 21st, 1:00 – 3:00pm 118 3rd Street, Garden City, NY 3-bedroom. 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2938046. $1,349,000.

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Sunday, May 21st, 1:00 – 3:00pm 142 Brixton Road, Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2931903. $1,695,000.

Sunday, May 21st, 1:00 – 3:00pm 41 Locust Street, Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 4.55-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2912129. $1,699,000.

Sunday, May 21st, 1:00 – 3:00pm 408 Stewart Ave, Garden City, NY 8-bedroom. 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2938302. $1,995,000.

Sunday, May 21st, 2:00 – 4:00pm 122 Kilburn, Garden City, NY 6-bedroom. 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# P12845831. $1,599,000.

Sunday, May 21st, 2:30 – 4:30pm 6 Heath Place, Garden City, NY 4-bedroom. 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2936949. $1,278,000.

Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2918848. $263,500.

Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2929933. $285,000.

Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2932715. $325,000.

Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2926212. $495,000.

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2893895. $755,000.

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath SD #18. MLS# 2934846. $1,249,000.

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 3-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2929913. $1,249,000.

UNDER CONTRACT

Garden City, NY 3-bedroom. 1.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# P1283842. $759,000.

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Denise Eilbeck

Arthur Anderson

Marilyn Frey

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Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2886631. $859,000.

Rene Blair

Annmarie Bommarito

Vanessa (Maria) Genussa

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 4-bath. SD #17. MLS# 2923007. $1,088,000.

Laura Carroll

Susan Gillin

Ann Collins

Daureen Hausser

Christopher Connors Patricia Costello

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Joanne Crokos

Kathleen Higdon

Christine Cudahy

Alfred Kohart

Patricia Dickson

Mary Krener

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Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2931190. $1,279,000.

Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 3-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2917591. $1,299,000.

Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2934280. $1,399,000.

Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2934634. $1,439,000.

Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2908144. $1,499,000.

Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 3.55-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2921219. $1,599,000.

Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2851595. $2,100,000.

Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 6.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2938346. $3,798,000.

UNDER CONTRACT

Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath SD #18. MLS# 2934873. $1,589,000.

Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 3.55-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2930416. $1,599,000.

OPEN HOUSE

Garden City, NY 7-bedroom, 7.555-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2801260. $4,999,999. MLS# 2914367. $15,000/mo.

Sunday, May 21st, 2:00 – 4:00pm 181 Groton Pl., Cathedral Gardens, NY 4-bedroom, 4-bath. SD #27. MLS# 2926253. $838,000.

Freeport, NY 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #9. MLS# 2911994. $339,000.

Hicksville, NY 3-bedroom, 1-bath. SD #17. MLS# 2929671. $498,000.

Floral Park, NY 4-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #22. MLS# 2925158. $535,000.

Floral Park, NY 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #22. MLS# 2925298. $759,000.

E. Williston,, NY 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath SD #2. MLS# P1282840. $1,899,000.

Great Neck, NY 9-bedroom, 6.55-bath. SD #7. MLS# 2910462. $2,650,000.

Westhampton Beach, NY 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #2. MLS# 2923368. $2,798,000.

Orient, NY 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath. SD #1. MLS# 2831834. $3,295,000.

Robert J. Krener

Alexandra Parisi

Meredith Krug

Mary Lo Galbo

Diane Piscopo

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Kathleen Roberts

Susan MacDonald

Suzanne Rueck

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Julia Mastromauro Rosado

Athena Menoudakos

Joseph Scianablo

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Linda Mulrooney

Cheryl Trimboli

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