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UNITY DAY 2017
BY RIKKI N. MASSAND
After the story of Liam O'brien, a Garden City Middle School student who was bullied, went viral on the internet, students throughout Garden City donned orange t-shirts that said "#WeStandWithLiam in his support. Above, students at Stratford School spell out the word "Kind" to urge others to "Choose Kindness" on Unity Day, October 25th. Photo courtesy GC PTA
Bullying at GCMS makes headlines BY RIKKI N. MASSAND
Residents of Garden City, the New York tristate area and readers of a viral Facebook post learned of alleged incidents of bullying inside Garden City Middle School as Keith and Deidre O’Brien, parents of student Liam O’Brien, spoke to reporters about what they believe is inefficient follow-up by the school district. On Tuesday, October 24, the O’Briens’ attorney Nicholas Warywoda of Port Washingtonbased personal injury law firm of Parker Waichman, LLP filed a Notice of Claim against the school district. The claim stat-
ed that Liam, 13 and in his eighth grade year in 2017-2018, suffered at GCMS, as the district failed to provide “a safe and supportive environment free from intimidation, taunting, physical abuse, harassment, and bullying on school property and/or at school functions.” Liam has been treated for an eating disorder since early September and after dramatic weight loss he is staying at University Medical Center of Princeton at Plainsboro in central New Jersey, and his parents are concentrating on seeing him regain strength and eventually return home to
The Garden City Board of Trustees approved the hire of Kerry Oristano of Scarsdale as the “Deputy Village Attorney” last Thursday, creating a new position with base compensation of $145,000 for her, running through the balance of the 2017-2018 village fiscal year (May 31, 2018). The Board also approved a transfer of $20,000 from the village Contingency Account in the Administration fund as an additional allocation from budget needed for her hire in the position. Oristano has an official start date of Monday, November 20 or upon Civil Service approval if that comes first. The Village of Garden City’s in-house labor attorney position was ranked as the first “Primary” priority on the 2017-2018 Board of Trustees’ Priorities List, publicized online and discussed by the trustees on June 1. The item was followed by the high-profile St. Paul’s project which the board acted on at its September 21 and October 5 meetings as three consulting firms were hired in early October, preceding last week’s session. At the Board’s October 19 meeting, Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi explained a course of action over the summer with the labor attorney position advertised in The Garden City News, online and elsewhere. “The village has been seeking an executive position for a labor attorney and a human resources (HR) person who is versed in labor law. It was on the mayor and Board’s priorities list this year and we See page 38
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Garden City. On Wednesday, October 25 Warywoda spoke with The Garden City News via telephone. He says the O’Briens contacted the school district last year as incidents of Liam being bullied carried on, starting with his season on the GCMS soccer team. “The only thing we can seek is monetary damages, through the court case, but what the family and we would like to see is that bullying should never happen to anyone else again. Liam was the victim of physical and verbal bullying in
The Village Board of Trustees decided to continue to meet twice a month on Thursday evenings, after negative reaction to an earlier schedule that would have had the board meet only once a month. Letters to the Editor in The Garden City News and an update from the village in its weekly “Garden City News & Information” press release on Friday, October 20, referred to a once-a-month meeting potential that ultimately wasn’t to be. Days later the correct and updated meeting nights were published. They are: November 2 and 16; December 7 and 21 to round out 2017; January 11, 2018, February 8, Tuesday, February 27, March 8 and March 22; the annual reorganization meeting on April 12 and April 26, 2018. Residents applauded the decision to remain twice a month. After for-
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
#WeStandWithLiam
We were heartbroken this week to read the story of Liam O'Brien, a student at Garden City Middle School, who was the target of bullies. According to his mom's Facebook post, which has been shared online thousands of times, Liam was happy when he entered seventh grade at the school, and when he made the soccer team, but that happiness was destroyed by bullies. His mother says that he was physically assaulted, with punches and kicks, as well as frequently verbally attacked. The barrage of attacks caused Liam to become depressed and stop eating. He was admitted to the hospital and had to endure a feeding tube and have his heart monitored because his heart rate was dangerously low.
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The family is considering a law suit because it says the school district failed to properly supervise students. Indeed, they say some of the attacks took place in an unmonitored gym locker room. If this is the case, then the district must act immediately to improve supervision. While it is all well and good to teach children to be kind to each other, and to not tolerate bullies, ultimately it is up to the adults to know what is going on and to impose order on the chaos that is adolescence. We wish Liam and his family all the best and hope his recovery is speedy. It's sad that it took a situation like his to bring to light a terrible situation.
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Vandalism at the Bird Sanctuary
To the Editor: I am sad as I write this letter reporting an incident that took place on Saturday, August 5th at the Bird Sanctuary. Some time ago, my friends and I arranged a memorial for our friend in honor of his passing which occurred around this time two years ago. With the help of Tim Martens, who oversees the Bird Sanctuary, we chose a beautiful maple tree and installed a plaque in honor of “Charlie”. Last fall, after the tree was planted in the Sanctuary and thriving in its new spot at the top of the Meadow, we held a “ceremony” with his whole family: wife, children, grandchildren, as well as several close friends. There were 25 - 30 people in attendance. The usual tributes to “Charlie” were recited along with reading of poems and stories of remembrances. The children laid stones around the tree that came from the shores of Peconic Bay, one of Charlie’s favorite fishing spots. Now we had a lovely place to visit whenever we felt like being with him again - until this August 5th when some vandals came onto the grounds of the Sanctuary and not only destroyed benches and damaged parts of other trees, but actually CUT down “Charlie’s Tree”. HOW SAD! As Tim said to me when reporting the incident: “it’s one thing to destroy property, but to kill a living thing?” We cannot point the finger at any particular group of trespassers, but since it’s happened to a lesser degree before and also on a weekend night when young people are out fooling around, and since more than once “they” have left behind a trail of beer cans, it would seem these are our own G. C. teenagers. This should NOT have happened at all, but especially in our Village of Garden City. Tell me what can “we” do to instill in our young people a sense of respect for others and, more importantly, a moral code that should take them above and beyond the “having some
fun” on a Saturday night? As I began this letter, I end it by saying again, “I am sad” - sad for those of us who are the victims of this destruction AND very sad for those who caused it. Patricia Cunningham
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To the Editor: On Thursday, November 23rd, Thanksgiving Day, we will be preparing and delivering hot meals to homebound senior citizens, coordinating this program from our home. Last year we provided over 450 meals and we expect to be doing the same this year. We are in need of donations of desserts, individual non-carbonated beverages, mini loaves of bread or dinner rolls, turkeys, and cash in order to complete the meals. These items can be dropped off at our home at 35 Maxwell Road, Garden City. Please call us as soon as possible to coordinate a convenient drop off time. All deliveries will begin at 12 noon on Thanksgiving Day. Each delivery is accompanied by a visit, if so welcomed by the recipient. We deliver to between 35 and 40 different towns within Nassau County; please call us if you are able to help with the delivery of the meals. This year will be the 22nd year we have coordinated this project! It is a special part of our family tradition, and we invite you to make it part of yours, as well. Your generous donations of food, money, and time have made the deliveries a tremendous success each year. With your help, we can continue to bring a meal and a smile to those who are alone on the holiday. Feel free to contact us at 746-8331 regarding any part of this program. We thank you all for your continued support each year! Melinda and John Alford
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BY RIKKI MASSAND At its Thursday, October 19 meeting the Village Board of Trustees approved an expenditure of $38,130 to consultants BFJ Planning of Fifth Avenue for a parking study of downtown Garden City including Seventh Street and its Franklin Avenue T-zone. The study will include the Seventh Street’s intersection with Hilton Avenue, as well as the village’s New Hyde Park Road commercial area. The allocation was made in response to a request by the Planning Commission, which has met regularly since May. Mayor Brian Daughney spoke about the Wednesday, October 11 Planning Commission meeting he attended with Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi and Deputy Village Administrator and Superintendent of Public Works Joseph DiFrancisco. “The Commission is looking at a lot that we’ve asked them to look at. That includes the preliminary plan done about 20 months ago – certainly one of the main parts is parking and how we should or should not change, and either reconstructing and rejiggering certain parking lots. That’s one of the things we’re looking at George Jacquemart of BFJ attended the Board of Trustees meeting on May 18, delivering a presentation on “bring-
ing the village’s commercial parking ratio up to date and up to current standards.” Jacquemart cited an example of the firm’s work as Princeton University’s traffic and parking studies from the late 1990s, and said Garden City and Princeton both are affluent towns with walkable shopping districts. He cited a longstanding need for Garden City to “improve pedestrian conditions” as to-date the village’s parking resources are steady, as per a year 2000 comprehensive parking study his firm completed. Jacquemart is a registered professional engineer in New York, New Jersey and Luxembourg and a registered civil and traffic engineer in California. “It helps the commercial vitality of downtown if more people walk a certain distance – that’s to the advantage of businesses located there. In the 2000 report we recommended additional pedestrian crossings and making Seventh Street/ downtown more pleasant for pedestrians to walk across the street. There are some areas of the village short on parking and we all know this, but in general there is more parking there than needed in the downtown. It is a bit ridiculous and cumbersome to have additional regulation for businesses in this district to demonstrate they would have adequate parking within 300 feet of its
location,” Jacquemart told the Board of Trustees in May. In a Village of Garden City press release the week following the consultant’s visit, the goal of the parking planning was explained: “The recommended changes are intended to, among other things, streamline the process, enhance the pedestrian environment and achieve greater land use efficiencies,” the village stated. Related to the parking areas nearest the Franklin/Seventh T-zone business district, last Thursday evening Mayor Daughney asked DiFrancisco to provide a further update as the Wye Parking Lot work, which was also discussed at the Planning Commission’s October 11 meeting. He said there is work going on to improve the Wye Lot lighting including walkways that lead to it off of Franklin Avenue. “Hopefully we can be able to use that to ease some of the parking congestion in Lot 7S and in the business district (Franklin and Seventh) in the village. We are looking to possibly repave the entire lot. Those familiar with it will know there is a large transformer that sits right in the middle of the Wye lot and obstructs the view and the traffic. We are speaking with PSEG Long Island on the possibility of having it moved,” said DiFrancisco. To engage the services of BFJ Planning this time, the Board approved
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a transfer of the $38,120 from the village Contingent fund into its account “Capital Projects – Seventh Street Improvement” to fund the study. During public comments on October 19, resident Steve Ilardi said he hope’s some of the concept drawn up for Lot 7S in particular should hark back to what was mentioned many times in 2015 and last year, as employees from the businesses lining south Seventh Street continue using that parking lot and the full day can pass without some of them moving their cars out of the lot. Ilardi explained what he’s observed in 7S over the years: “It is a big problem that people who work in the stores on Seventh park in the lot. They’re taking up spots all day long that could instead be turned over three to four times per hour. I see the employees might come out and move their car from one spot in Lot 7S and jump to another spot and go right back into their store. I hope that is addressed as part of this $38,000 study,” he told the Village Board last week.
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Board approves purchase of fire rescue equipment BY RIKKI N. MASSAND
At its October 19 meeting the Village Board of Trustees approved allocations totaling $23,677 to Hendrickson Fire Rescue Equipment of Islandia for the Garden City Fire Department. The GCFD requires purchases of $9,869 for a Holatro Combi tool; a Holmatro spreader for $8,379 and a Holatro cutter for $5,429. The fire equipment is used in rescue situations including car accidents as the set comprises Holatro’s “extrication tools” used by GCFD on a regular basis at vehicular accidents in the village and also during firefighters’ training exercises. The need for new equipment arose after an uptick in extrication calls to the GCFD, with 17 coming in year-todate through nine and a half months as opposed to a handful in years past. Fire Chief Thomas Gallo said the purchase up for Board of Trustees’ approval was broken down into three items: a spreader, cutter and a power tool. “With the increase of the calls we have had, some of which were on Cathedral Avenue, we have used the tools a lot more. Currently these tools are 18 years old and one of them recently broke, and it could not be repaired. An evaluation shows that all three tools
showed they were 18 years old and it’s prudent to have them replaced at this time. It was not something we planned for with the uptick in extrication calls,” Chief Gallo explained. He and GCFD leadership worked with Village Treasurer Irene Woo and Purchasing Agent Rosemary Monahan, and a vendor was targeted based on the extrication equipment. “Basically we are looking to not go out for bid because it is a sole source. We did research on the vendor and Hendrickson is the only one who can sell this tool to us. Pour truck and power supplies that we currently have are all compatible with these tools from this company. We are not able to purchase any other tools and for this reason we cannot go out to bid for this,” Gallo said. Trustee Robert Bolebruch, the Village Board’s fire commissioner for 2017-2018, said the increase in extrication calls reflected an increase of three to four times what was recorded by the GCFD in 2016, as he and Gallo considered through 10 months less than six such calls came to the department by last October. Gallo added that this year’s 17 represents “a larger amount than we have had and we have done a lot more training because of it.”
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Garden City Police offer Halloween safety advice SUBMITTED BY THE GARDEN CITY POLICE DEAPRTMENT
Halloween is supposed to be a time of good fun but it is also a time when our children are most vulnerable. Commissioner Jackson and the Garden City Police Department advise all parents, children and motorists of several defenses and safety measures that can be taken to help ensure a safe Halloween: • Motorists are advised to drive slow and with extreme caution on neighborhood streets. They should be mindful that children will be having fun trick or treating and may not pay attention to moving vehicles. Children trick or treating are more likely to cross in the middle of a block rather than at corners. • Children should wear light-colored clothing with reflective material that is short enough to prevent tripping. Parents should ensure masks do not obstruct a child’s vision. It is safer to go out during daylight hours, however, children should carry a flashlight in case of delay. • Adults should accompany young children. Place emergency identification tags discreetly in young children’s clothing in case they become separated from their group. • Young children should stay with-
in their neighborhood and only visit homes they know. Children should be instructed to never enter a home or vehicle of a stranger. Children should have a planned safe return route home. • Children should be instructed to watch for traffic, stay on sidewalks where available, stay in well-lit areas and avoid cutting across rear yards, alleys and fields. For safety reasons, children should visit houses on one side of the street and then cross at a street corner before going to houses on the other side of the street. This will limit the amount of time a child will be in the street. • Only give and accept wrapped or packaged candy. A responsible adult should inspect all candy before consumption. • Children should be instructed to be courteous and respectful to others when trick or treating, and not be a nuisance or an annoyance to their neighbors. Children should be reminded to avoid pranks such as but not limited to ringing door bells, throwing eggs, spraying shaving cream or spraying silly string, which can be very dangerous and could result in serious injuries to others. Hard plastic or wood props such as daggers or swords should be avoided. • Homeowners should clear their sidewalks and yards of obstacles and
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decorations that may be difficult to see in the dark. Children should be kept away from pets. Costumes often frighten a pet. With regard to youthful exuberance, and the potential for mischief and pranks, parents may wish to accept responsibility, and impose curfew times appropriate for age groups as needed. Merchants are requested to
limit sales of products that can be used to create mischief. As always, additional police patrols will be on hand. Be alert for any unusual circumstance. Notify the Police Department of anything of a suspicious nature immediately by calling 911. As a reminder, the Police non-emergency line is 516465-4100.
GCHS presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Please join us on Friday, November 17th, and Saturday, November 18th when Garden City High School’s thespians will be performing The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at 7 p.m. at the Inez Spiers Auditorium. Tickets are $8 for students and senior citizens and $10 for general admission. Ticket purchases can be purchased at the door or through: http://our.show/gardencity/ spellingbee. The Tony award-winning 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a musical comedy set during a fictional spelling bee in the geographically ambiguous Putnam Valley Middle School. The small-cast production features quirky student spellers led by
equally unique grown-ups. A special dress rehearsal preview will be offered on Thursday, November 16th at 4 p.m. The dress rehearsal production will be preceded by a buffet dinner, FREE to registered Garden City senior citizens. The dinner is sponsored by the Garden City Teachers Association and will be served by the district’s teachers and members of the high school’s Students and Senior-Citizens Club (SASC). The dinner will take place in the high school library starting at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 16th. Kindly RSVP for the senior citizen dinner and show by calling (516) 478-2222. We hope to see you there!
9 Mayor@gardencityny.net As previously announced, the Board of Trustees and the Village Staff have embarked on new methods and procedures to communicate with members of our community, including our residents, commercial tenants and landlords, visitors, friends at Adelphi and local merchants. We are no longer publishing the “Mayor’s Column.” This weekly column is intended to advise our residents and community of matters that our Board of Trustees and Departments are working on, events and other important information. And of course, please visit our website for additional information: www.gardencityny.net. We are constantly updating and making changes to the website in order to keep it relevant and provide new information. We also encourage you to attend Village Board of Trustees meetings. See the schedule of meetings on our website. Our next meeting is November 2, 2017.
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During the 2017/18 budget process, the Police Department developed a comprehensive plan for cameras at various locations in the Village. This plan would be an extension of a project already completed in the Village Hall area. Once approved, the Department reviewed the proposal with the current vendor and Village officials. Site inspections were conducted in Parking Field 7S and at Village Water sites. It was determined a cost effective approach to Parking Field 7S would be to install cameras using Wi-Fi to connect with Village Hall using public-private partnerships. Other connectivity options were reviewed but determined to be cost prohibitive. The vendor reviewed Parking Field 7S and the Water Works sites with Inspector Doyle and Village officials to determine the parts, accessories and service required to complete the project. Pricing is based on state contract pricing. Due to recent improvements and upgrades in video camera equipment, the Village is awaiting an amended agreement between the New York State Office of General Services and the vendor on pricing modifications. It is anticipated that the installation process will commence next month pending the completion of the licensing agreement and modification of the state pricing contract.
Adopted Building Code Changes
Following a second public hearing on October 19, 2017, the Board unanimously adopted amendments to to Chapter 68 of the Village Code to add uniform permit expiration dates, codify permit and inspection fees and address on-site storage of construction materials and debris.
Permits for major construction projects will expire six months after their date of issuance unless the Building Superintendent determines that the permit holder has made substantial progress. In that case the permit shall continue to be valid for 18 months from the date of issuance. Permits for minor construction projects will also expire in six months after their date of issuance unless the Superintendent determines that the permit holder has made substantial progress. In that case the permit shall continue to be valid for 12 months from the date of issuance. All stand-alone permits not in conjunction with a Major or Minor application will expire in six months. Those permits in conjunction with a Major or Minor will be extended to have the same expiration date. All outstanding permits issued before January 1, 2015 shall expire on October 31, 2018 and shall not be eligible for any extension. All outstanding permits issued on or after January 1, 2015 but prior to the enactment of this legislation shall expire on October 31, 2018, unless extended. Further, if any permit converted by this provision expires without evidence of completion of the permitted work, all deposits and other fees will be deemed forfeited. Written notice of the enactment of this law will be mailed to all known permit holders and permit applicants. Materials, tools, equipment and structures brought onto a work site may be stored in the front yard only after a permit or permits have been issued and while construction activities are ongoing. If work has not commenced within 30 days after the date of permit issuance, or if work stops for 30 days thereafter, all materials, tools, equipment and structures shall be removed from the site or relocated to the rear yard or side yard if adequately screened. The same applies for dumpsters and contractors bags. Further, storage containers and pods shall be removed or relocated after 10 days of inactivity on a work site.
Deputy Village Attorney
At the October 19, 2017, Board meeting, Trustees appointed Kerry Oristano Deputy Village Attorney, effective November 20, 2017. Ms. Oristano is an employment and labor attorney who formerly served as commissioner of Human Resources for Westchester County. She will report directly to Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi and will work closely with Village Attorney Peter Bee and Garden City’s labor counsel, Bond, Schoeneck & King, PLLC. In this role Ms. Oristano will, among other things, develop compre-
hensive Human Resources policies, update and maintain the Employee Handbook to ensure complies with all federal and state labor laws, and participate in all contract negotiation agreements. “She will be taking care of our most important asset, our human assets, our people, and I am very excited to have her join the executive staff,” Mr. Suozzi said. Hiring a Human Resources attorney and implementing upgraded Human Resources policies is included on the Board’s 20172018 priorities list.
Uptick in extrication calls
The Board authorized the replacement of three Holmatro extrication tools used by the Garden City Fire Department. After an uptick in extrication calls this year, firefighters have used the tools a lot more. Yearto-date the Department has responded to 17 extrication calls, compared to less than 10 last year during this same time period. “We’ve used the tools a lot more than we have in years past. The tools are 18 years old and one recently broke and could not be repaired,” Chief Brian Gallo said. “It was prudent to have them replaced at this
time.” The Department will be purchasing one Holmatro Combi tool, one Holmatro spreader and one Holmatro cutter from Hendrickson Fire Rescue Equipment, a company located in Islandia. It’s a sole source purchase because Hendrickson Fire Rescue Equipment is the only company that sells tools compatible with the Department’s fire trucks. For that reason, this will not go out to bid.
Officer Steve Touhy
At the October 19, 2017, Board meeting, Trustees commended Officer Steve Touhy for his outstanding dedication to this community. In August of this year, the Poole family were the unfortunate victims of vandals who knocked down an iconic carousel Zebra, which had stood on their front lawn for 14 years. Officer Touhy volunteered his own time, and money, dedicating more than two weeks to repair and restore the artwork. The Zebra, now affectionately named Steve, stands tall once again on the front lawn of the Poole family home. After a standing ovation, Police Commissioner Kenneth Jackson said See page 10
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THE OFFICE CAT Stolen packages: On October 18th two packages delivered by a courier service were reported stolen from the front stoop of a Fourth Street residence. The thief is described as a male/white, wearing blue shorts, blue shirt and sunglasses. Light failure: On October 18th Garden City Police responded to a traffic light malfunction at the intersection of Washington Avenue and Eleventh Street. Vehicle entered: On October 19th officers investigated a report of a vehicle entry at a First Street residence. There is no reported loss at this time. Checking theft: On October 19th a resident reported that there were two unauthorized withdrawals from her checking account totaling $400. Leaving the scene: On October 19th Garden City Police investigated a report of a vehicle leaving the scene after it crashed into another vehicle on Old Country Road. There were no injuries reported. Gun report: On October 20th Garden City Police Headquarters received a phone call from a female who stated that there was a male with a gun in the vicinity of Mint Restaurant on Ring Road. Officers responded and searched the area. The caller nor the alleged subject could be located. Stuck on the tracks: On October
21st Garden City Police responded to the Clinton Road railroad crossing where a vehicle accidentally drove onto the tracks and became stuck in the track bed. The driver was not injured. A tow truck removed the vehicle from the tracks. No blow, no go: On October 22nd, during a traffic investigation on Stewart Avenue and Hilton Avenue, Garden City Police arrested a 35 year old Hempstead man for driving without a court ordered interlock device related to a prior DWI arrest. He was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation 2nd Degree and Driving without an Interlock Device. Truck fire: On October 22nd Garden City Police and Fire departments responded to a truck fire inside the Fed-Ex Building on Stewart Avenue. Firefighters forced entry inside the premise and extinguished the fire. Boiler Fire: Officers assisted Garden City Firefighters who responded to a minor boiler room fire on Wilson Street on October 22nd. Tire punctured: On October 23rd a tire to a vehicle was reportedly
punctured while parked in the Nassau Boulevard Railroad Parking Field. Gate down: On October 23rd Garden City Police officers responded to a railroad gate malfunction at the New Hyde Park Road crossing. Gas leak: On October 23rd workers at a Westbury Road property accidentally pierced a gas line causing a leak. Officers assisted Garden City Firefighters who responded to the scene, located the main gas feed to the residence and turned it off. Stolen car crash: On October 23rd Garden City Police Officers responded to a two-vehicle crash on Seventh Street and Cathedral Avenue. The operator of one of the vehicles fled the
GARDEN CITY UPDATE NEWS AND INFORMATION From page 9 he was not surprised when he heard what Officer Touhy had done. The Commissioner stated, “This is just a microcosm of the type of Officer he is. He is an 18-year veteran of this Department. He is a professional who really cares about his post and the people he serves.”
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scene on foot. There were no reported injuries. The vehicle was impounded from the scene. Police say they later found that the vehicle was reported stolen from Freeport. Upon investigation, Garden City Detectives say they determined the driver was a 49 year old Hicksville man. He was charged with Unauthorized Use of an Auto, Driving with a Revoked License and Leaving the Scene of an Accident. Vehicle entered: On October 24th loose change was reported stolen from a vehicle parked at a Locust Street residence. Suspicious incident: On October 24th Garden City Detectives are investigating a report of a suspicious male in a silver vehicle taking pictures of children at a Brook Street bus stop. The incident occurred at approximately 2:45 PM. Anyone with further information is asked to call Garden City Detective Division at 465-4150.
Walgreens will provide flu vaccinations at the Garden City Public Library for adults 21 years and older on Thursday, November 2, 2017 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Registration began October 12; you may register in person or by calling the Reference Department at 516-742- 8405 ext. 222. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment to complete the required forms and bring proper identification, your Medicare card or other prima-
ry insurance card. Shots will be given to anyone not pre-registered or who misses an appointment time based on availability of vaccine and available time slots. Preregistered patrons will be taken first.
Additional meeting dates approved
At the October 19, 2017 Board meeting, Trustees approved additional meeting dates for the balance of the official year. The following are dates of regular Board meetings through April 2018: November 2, 2017 November 16, 2017 December 7, 2017 December 21, 2017 January 11, 2018 February 8, 2018 February 27, 2018 March 8, 2018 March 22, 2018 April 12, 2018 April 26, 2018
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WPOA seeks Trustee candidates Anti-bullying forum for parents
The Nominating Committee of the Western Property Owners’ Association (WPOA) of Garden City is seeking candidates for the position of Village Trustee. The term of office for Village Trustee will be for two years from April 2018 to April 2020. Any resident from the Western Section of the Village who is interested in being considered for this position will send letters of intent and resumes to the President no later than November 6. The WPOA President is Gerry Kelly, 135 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530. (Gerry7th@gmail.com or 302-5470800) The President will serve as chair pro temp and will call the Nominating Committee to order. At the first meeting, the committee will elect a chair and the President will deliver the applicants’ resumes. Thereafter, the president may
attend subsequent committee meetings but not as a voting member. The deadline for the return of a completed application form is Monday, November 6, 2017. The Nominating Committee shall meet and review the applications received and consider any other persons that members of the Committee may submit for consideration. The committee shall meet with each candidate at least once during the review process.. All decisions made by the Committee at any meeting shall be by a majority of the votes cast by the members present. The announcement of the Committee’s Nominee for the position of Village Trustee will be mailed to all Central Section residents in advance of the Village Resident Elector Meetings scheduled for January 16, 2018.
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Halloween is a highly anticipated night for children, but also one of the most dangerous. According to Safe Kids Worldwide, on average, twice as many child pedestrians are killed while walking on Halloween compared to any other day of the year, and more than 70 percent of accidents occur away from an intersection or crosswalk. “These are scary statistics, but by taking a few simple precautions, you can ensure ghosts and goblins of all ages have a safe and funfilled Halloween,” says Garden City Professional Firefighters Association President TJ Michon. Your professional firefighters offer these safety tips to help keep trick-ortreaters safe on Halloween: • Stay visible – bring flashlights, glow sticks and reflective goodie bags, and add reflective tape to costumes. • Stay on the sidewalk and off the
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Come to the Garden City Senior Center at 1 pm on Monday, October 30 to meet and listen to Garden City’s own Congresswoman Kathleen Rice, who will be discussing the many serious issues facing our country at the present time as well as her role in dealing with them. We look forward to welcoming her. All are welcome to what will surely be an informative and enlightening afternoon.
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At the October 23 luncheon meeting of the Mineola-Garden City Club, Rotarians learned of newly expanded services for veterans and their families in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Shannon Boyle, New Ground’s Executive Director and speaker, reported that after 25 years of breaking the cycle of homelessness and poverty for Long Island families and Veterans, that in 2016, New Ground took steps to expand services. Working in connection with the Northport Veterans Administration, New Ground is now offering its intensive social work and education programs to all Veteran households in the VA’s Veteran Affairs Supportive Housing Program which serves homeless Veterans and their families. Included is its Financial Literacy Program, Educational Assistance Program, Reading All-Stars Program and more. Shannon also reported that before the end of 2017 New Ground will also take ownership of three housing units to
begin providing the housing as well as critical services for Veterans and families in its Long Term Housing Program. Shannon said that New Ground has been blessed to receive one of these homes as a donation from a longtime supporter of its mission. Rotary meets every other Monday throughout the year, 12:15 – 1:30, at the Garden City Hotel. For information about becoming a member, please call alba Spinelli, Club President at 516-3078870
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Christmas Fair opens at Resurrection Church
GCHS senior named Siemens Science Regional Finalist Congratulations to Alan Jian, a senior at Garden City High School for being selected as one of Long Island’s 11 science research students named as a Siemens Science Regional Finalist. Alan worked with two other students researching a chemotherapeutic substance that, when coupled with a known chemotherapy drug, dramatically increased the effectiveness of both in three historically difficult and aggressive cancers. As a Regional Finalist, Alan will receive $1,000 and the opportunity to compete in the next round of the competition. Finalists from that competition travel to George Washington University in Washington, D.C. to compete for awards of up to $100,000.
Ready with lots of “treasures” for sale at the Christmas Fair, (from left) Ellen Iamascia, Lynette Taylor, Gloria Berkowitz, Marilyn Perdito, and Willie Smith. Lutheran Church of the Resurrection invites all to our Christmas Fair, Saturday, Nov. 4, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Browse through beautiful handmade Christmas decorations and ornaments. Select unique gift items from beautiful handmade table runners, scarves, handbags, baby quilts, and hand painted wooden items. Take home a container of your favorite cookies from our Homemade Cookie Shoppe. Find special gifts for special people—jewelry, toys, books. Pick up a treasure at the White Elephant Sale. Stop for lunch or a snack
at the Resurrection Café. Net proceeds go to support missions at Resurrection. Resurrection Lutheran Church is a Christian community of faith, located at 420 Stewart Ave., near Clinton Rd., in Garden City. Enter the Christmas Fair through the gym door on Emmet Place. All are invited to worship at 5:30 p.m. on Saturdays and at 8:30, 9:45 and 11 a.m. Sunday mornings, with Christian Education at 9:45 a.m. For more information, call 516.746.4426 or visit resgc. org.
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A Thursday night Jet game was too tempting for the Western Property Owners Association (WPOA) to pass up, so please come and join us on Thursday, November 2. We will start selling 50-50 chances at 6:30 PM and have last call for 50-50 at the end of the 3rd quarter. The game starts at 8:00 PM against the Buffalo Bills and the WPOA will provide assorted wings and other favorite appetizers starting at kick-off. Doc
O’Grady’s is located at 273 Nassau Blvd South and has excellent cuisine and a wonderful staff. The WPOA has a General Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 14, 7:30 PM, at Homestead School. Please take a look at our updated web site gcwpoa.com or call Gerry Kelly at 302-5470800 or gerry7th@gmail.com for more information.
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THE VIEW FROM HERE
St. Joseph Church 2017 Parish Party
The proposed constitutional convention BY BOB MORGAN, JR. A few months ago, I wrote about the proposed New York State constitutional convention on the ballot this fall. This is a low profile, but quite important issue, and I’d like to revisit it again. By way of background, every 20 years voters in New York are presented with a ballot question that, if passed, would convene a constitutional convention to consider revisions to the state’s constitution. If this year’s question is approved, delegates to the convention would be elected in 2018 (three per state senate district plus 15 statewide at large) and the proposals adopted by the convention would be presented to voters for approval in 2019. The last convention approved by the voters was a special session in 1967, but its proposals were not adopted. The constitution is occasionally amended by ballot proposition, but only in piecemeal fashion. Supporters of the convention make the case that the state government is broken. For example, they point to the longstanding “three men in a room” model, where the governor, the state senate majority leader and the assembly speaker reach a deal on state legislation and the budget with little input from rank and file legislators. Of course, two members of a recent triumverate, were recently convicted of corruption, even if their cases were overturned. Upwards of 98 percent of incumbent legislators are reelected, in part due to favorably drawn legislative districts. Meanwhile, perhaps related to low legislative salaries, corruption seems rampant in Albany, with numerous legislators facing jail time. Supporters of the convention say that it is time to take a careful look at state government and institute a program of comprehensive reform. The basic case against the conventions is that it will result in the consideration of a host of proposals that will make our state government worse, not better. In effect, opponents point to the danger of a runaway convention controlled by special interests or extremists. Some concerns of convention opponents are far fetched, such as
a fear that the convention will overturn the constitutional provision requiring that the Adirondack park remain forever wild. There is no significant constituency for major development in the parkland. More to the point are labor unions who do not want any possible weakening of constitutional protections of public pensions. It is not clear that these pensions necessarily should be sacrosanct in the event of a dire emergency where, for example, the State Police could not be funded, but you can certainly understand the concern of workers who are relying on these pensions to fund their retirement years. Of course, there are other potential proposals may be regarded by some as beyond the pale, while others believe them to be useful and desirable. A system for public financing is elections, of the type that applies to New York City elections, will be regarded by some as an expensive boondoggle (especially in uncompetitive races), while others view it as a way to empower small contributors while weakening the power of special interests. A nonpartisan redistricting commission could be regarded as leveling the playing field, but others believe that it will allow stealth partisans to undermine normal back and forth negotiations of district lines, and quite possibly take away the one continuing Republican lever of power in this state, control of the state senate. Both sides of the debate make important points. Ultimately, I lean toward voting for the convention because I think the problems of state government are sufficiently serious to warrant presentation by the convention to the voters of a series of proposals to make things better. Maybe some or all of the proposals adopted by the convention will be worth accepting, maybe they won’t and the voters will have to defeat them. But I am sufficiently concerned about the condition of our state government to believe that the risk of a runaway convention is outweighed by the chance that the convention will produce something positive and constructive.
Members of the 2017 Parish Party Journal Committee The St. Joseph Church Parish Party Committee has been hard at work over the summer in anticipation of the big event! Mark your calendars for Friday, November 17th and bring your friends, family and neighbors down to Garden City Hotel for a night of great food, great music and the opportunity to make great memories…all in keeping with our theme “We remember, We celebrate, We Believe”. One of the easiest ways to support this endeavor and to support your own business is by plac-
ing a journal ad. The committee is always in need of those willing and able to share their talents, so if you would like to be a part of the team that evening, please leave a message for our Chaircouple, Bobby and Peggy York, at 516-747-3535. All parishioners should have received their invitations, so get a table together…..or two…..for this wonderful event! Don’t forget to follow us for updates on our Facebook Page: St. Joseph Church Parish Party.
St. Joseph’s Parish Open House St. Joseph’s Parish will be holding an “Open House” on Sunday, October 29th at 2:30 PM. With the Pastor, Msgr. James Swiader as guide, visitors will be given an opportunity to walk through the Church and appreciate the magnificent stained glass windows in the build-
ing. The pipe organ is one of the largest in the area. Beautiful mosaics and marble are found throughout the Church. Situated on Franklin Avenue between Fourth and Fifth Street, St. Joseph’s offers a splendid example of worship space. All are welcome to attend.
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Remember: Schools are not in session on Tuesday, 11/7 (Election Day) and Friday, 11/10 (Veterans’ Day)
PTA at the BOE
Wednesday, 11/8: Board of Education Work Session Topic: “Next Generation Science Standards” (please note: community participation is only during BOE Regular Sessions) at GCHS Library at 8:15 pm
Upcoming PTA Meetings
Thursday, 11/2 - PTA Meeting and Vote on PTA 2017-18 Budget at High School at 9:15 am
Attention Parents: Parent Teacher Conference Schedule
Thursday, 11/2 - Elementary Parent Teacher Conferences 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Monday, 11/6 - All Schools 7:00 to 9:00 pm Tuesday, 11/7 - All Schools 9:00 am to Noon
Attention Primary Elementary Parents
Storybook Parades on Tuesday, 10/31: Locust - 9:45 am Hemlock - 9:00 am Homestead - 10:30 am
Attention Stratford Parents
Tuesday, 10/31 - Storybook Parade at 1:30 pm Friday, 11/3 - Stratford School and GC PTA Cosponsored “Family Fun Night BINGO” from 6:30 to 8:30 pm
Attention Stewart Parents
Tuesday, 10/31 - 2nd Grade Halloween Program and 5th Grade Band Mini Concert at 11:00 am
Attention Middle School Parents
Wednesday, 11/1 - 7th Annual GCHS Guidance and GCPTA “Annual College Major Night” for parents and students in grades 6-12 at GCHS at 7:00 pm Friday, 11/3 - Winter I Athletic “Green Forms” due to nurse
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“Green Forms” due to nurse Wednesday, 11/1 - 7th Annual GCHS Guidance and GCPTA “Annual College Major Night” for parents and students in grades 6-12 at GCHS at 7:00 pm Friday, 11/3 - December ACT Registration deadline (not offered at GCHS)
Save the date for another upcoming PTA Community Event:
“Light, Bright and Polite for Teens” on November 28th “Light, Bright and Polite for Teens” by Josh Ochs, who teaches students of all ages that everything they post on social media will eventually be discovered by their parents, teachers, colleges and employers. Watch some of his videos at SmartSocial.com Josh Ochs will discuss the topics like: • What apps are unsafe for tweens • How to bury bad Google results from other users with your similar name • Examples of good and bad posts that colleges may find • Tips you can suggest to use Google search like a college and future employer • 7 Networks your kids need to be on to shine online Register for this FREE event HERE: http://bit.ly/2yi4kD1 Wednesday, 11/28 - “Light, Bright, and Polite for Teens” by Josh Ochs at GCHS auditorium at 7:00 pm
Halloween Safety Tips (Source: American Academy of Pediatrics):
Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping, entanglement or contact with flame. Consider adding reflective tape or striping to costumes and trick-or-treat bags for greater visibility. Because masks can limit or block eyesight, consider non-toxic makeup and decorative hats as safer alternatives. Hats should fit properly to prevent them from sliding over eyes. Makeup should
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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!
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Dr. Primeggia returns to Senior Center
Mark your calendars for Wednesday November 1st at twelve noon for the return of the vastly enjoyable Dr. Salvatore Primeggia who will speak on Religion and Superstition in the lives of Italian Americans. Dr. Primeggia, who received his PhD from the New Schools for Social Research, holds the positon of Professor of Sociology at Adelphi University. He has served as contributor and participant in PBS channel 21’s widely acclaimed series: The Italian – American Part I and Heaven Touches
Brooklyn. He has also been a co-editor of The Italian-American Experience: An encyclopedia, and Saints in the Lives of Italian-Americans and Models and Images of Catholicism in ItalianAmerican Academy and Society. The event will be held at The Garden City Senior Center at twelve noon on November 1st for the presentation “Religion and Superstition in the Lives of Italian-Americans.� As one of Dr. Primeggia’s former students said: “if you enjoy learning, you will love Dr. Primeggia!
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Garden City Retired Men’s Club
Save the Date! RMC Christmas Party: Tuesday, December 19th at Cherry Valley Club - noon to 3:00 PM. More details to follow. Monday, October 30 - Regular Meeting Monday, November 6 - Pizza Monday, November 13 - Regular Mtg. Monday, November 20 - Hot Turkey Meal Monday, November 27 - Regular Mtg. 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 sug-
gestions: 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.
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All Garden City men, 55 years and older, are eligible for membership. Annual dues are a very “expensive� $10. Meetings are on Mondays, and a less busy meeting is on Thursdays. Both begin at noon and end at 4:00pm. Check with the GCNews RMC schedule re upcoming meetings. The Club also offers a large screen TV. In good weather we offer BBQ, bocce, shuffleboard and horseshoes.
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House of Representative Kathleen Rice Kathleen Rice will visit our senior center and speak to us about her journey from Nassau County District Attorney to the House of Representatives. Representative Rice will be visiting our Senior Center at 1 pm on Monday, October 30. All are welcome.
Special Events for the month of November
Monday, October 30 at 1 pm – US Representative Kathleen Rice will come speak about topics pertinent to our Village. Tuesday, November 1 at noon Salvatore Primeggia, professor of Sociology at Adelphi University, will speak on religion and superstitions in the lives of Italians and ItalianAmericans. Monday, November 6 at 11:15 am– Nutrition 101 sponsored by Emblem Health. Join us to learn and discuss healthy eating habits from a trained and experienced Nutritionist, followed by a talk on Medicare with a Medicare expert. Thursday, November 9 at 10 am – Computer Class – Working with Photos on the iPAD or iPHONE. Must have working knowledge of how your iPAD or iPHONE works for this class. Please bring your device with you. Thursday, November 9 at 1 pm – Speaker - Historian John Ellis Kordes on the Beatles, their history and music and the events leading up to their breakup. Thursday, November 16 at 10 am – Computer Class – Shopping, Safety, and Security Online – Safely surf, shop and use the Internet without fear of identity theft, hackers, and annoying pop up advertising in this informative class.
FOR SENIORS
Friday, November 17 at 1 pm – “Great American Songbook” with Linda Ipanema and the Dixie Cats. Come join us for this musical performance of the songs you loved to sing! Sing along with Linda as she guides us through our favorites from yesteryear. Wednesday, November 29 at 11:15 am – Social Media for Seniors with Emblem Health. Come to learn, discuss, and ask questions about getting on and being active online followed by a talk on Medicare by a Medicare expert. Register for any of the above programs by calling The Senior Center at 385-8006. Register for any of the above programs by calling The Senior Center at 385-8006.
Fall trips for Garden City Seniors
Here Garden City Recreation and Parks’ fall trip list for seniors who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City. If you would like to register for any of our trips, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue. Payment must accompany registrations. Wednesday, November 8 at noon – Westbury Manor for lunch and Fiddler on the Roof. We will travel by recreation bus to Westbury Manor and return when the show ends. The cost of this trip will be $40, checks only made payable to Plaza Theatrical Productions. Tuesday, November 14 at 2 pm – Married to Broadway featuring the stars of Les Miserables at NYCB Theatre in Westbury. We will travel by recreation bus and enjoy this musical revue, returning when the show is over. Tickets for this show are $40, checks only made payable to Rendezvous Travel. Wednesday, December 6 – Metropolitan Museum of Art and Bryant
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Exercise for Seniors
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 cancelled 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 Exercise with Joy at 9 am (paid class, prior registration is needed) Yoga for all Levels with Allie at 1:30 pm Chair Dancing with Felicia at 2:30 pm WEDNESDAY 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 Meditation with Allie at 12:15 pm FRIDAY Exercise with Felicia at 9:45 am Resistance Bands with Felicia at 10:45 am Meditation with Connie at noon Tai Chi with Connie at 1 pm
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Park. We will travel by coach bus to the Metropolitan, where we will have time to view the Michelangelo exhibit as well as the MET’s famous Christmas tree and crèche and the many other wonderful treasures the museum holds. Lunch will be on your own at the museum. We will then visit Bryant Park’s Winter Village and Holiday Market before we head home. Please be advised that walking is involved in both the museum and Bryant Park. The cost of this trip is $67, checks only made payable to Rendezvous Travel. Monday, December 11 - Join Garden City Recreation and Parks on a Senior Trip to the Metropolitan Opera House for a Performance of Vincenzo Bellini’s Norma. We will travel by coach bus, leaving St. Paul’s parking lot around 3:15 pm. When we arrive dinner will be on your own. There are many restaurants in the neighborhood. Show time is at 7:30 pm and we will travel home when the opera is over. The cost of each ticket will be $85, checks only made payable to Jo Falabella. Please note – this event is now filled.
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News From the Children’s Room Three Apples Book Award
The last day to enter your choice for your favorite book for the Three Apples Book Award is October 31, 2017. Launched in 2007, Three Apples Book Award is awarded annually in three different categories: Young Reader, Children, and Teen. The award was developed to encourage the joys of reading for pleasure. What makes the award unique is that titles are culled and nominated entirely by kids, for kids. School and children’s librarians from across the state oversee the process, but the titles chosen are generated entirely by participating youth. Nominating forms for books on levels for children in Preschool, grades K – 2 and grades 3-5 are available in the Children’s Room. Please come in to nominate your favorite book title. This will go to creating a statewide ballot of the top 15 titles in each category. After reading or listening to at least three of the nominated titles, children vote next April for their top choice. The winning three titles announced are announced in schools and public libraries across the state in May. Winning titles, and their author, are honored with the presentation of the 3 Apples Book Award.
Book Discussions
Registration for book discussions is in the Children’s Room only and began on September 18th. Non-residents’ registration began Monday, October 2, 2017. Please arrive promptly. If you
are late, your spot may be given to someone on the waitlist for that day. All programs are one hour. The Book Ends, for children presently enrolled in Grades 3, 4 and 5. Join us for games and activities! Program is one hour. Monday, December 4, 2017, 4PM-5PM. The Unlucky Lottery Winners of Classroom 13, by Honest Lee. A beverage and snack will be provided. Tween Book Discussion, for children in Grades 4-7, Monday, November 6, from 6-7PM. Join us to discuss the book Wonder, by R. J. Palacio, in anticipation of the upcoming movie opening November, 17. Registration is required on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) with a library card beginning Monday, October 2 at 9:30AM. Bring a brown bag dinner. A beverage and snack will be provided.
Fall 2017 Programs
Thursday, November 9th *Drop In LEGO Club Come with your old friends and make new friends at the LEGO Club. This monthly club will meet Thursday November 9th from 4:00PM to 5:00PM and is for children in Grades Kindergarten through Fifth Grade. No registration required. Space is limited. Children will be accommodated on a first-come, first-served basis. The Library will provide LEGO bricks for children to build with during the program. The Drop-In LEGO Club was
Medicare: An educational overview with James P. Short Garden City Public Library Thursday, November 9th at 7PM James P. Short, NYS Licensed Healthcare Insurance Broker, will present an informative educational overview about the basics of Medicare, the different parts of Medicare, the choices available for healthcare as well as prescription drugs and the cost sharing methods of Medicare. This program is designed for individuals turning 65 entering Medicare, individuals retiring
from employment at or after 65 as well as those individuals currently enrolled in a Medicare Plan that may want information pertaining to other Healthcare Plans and/or Prescription Drug Plans. The 2018 Medicare Annual Enrollment period runs from October 15th to December 7th, 2017. Plan to attend this free workshop and be more prepared to choose the best Medicare Health Plan for your purposes. All are welcome.
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made possible through the generosity of the Friends of the Garden City Public Library as well as through LEGO donations from library patrons. Saturday, December 2nd *Family Gingerbread House Program with The Baking Coach This program is for children ages 2 ½ through Fifth Grade and up to three other family members and runs about 90 minutes. Choose one time slot: 10:30AM-12:00PM, or 12:30PM-2:00PM. Registration is required. Only one member per household registers. Registration begins Monday, November 20 at 9:30 AM on Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org) with a Library Card. Please arrive promptly. If you are late, your spot may be given to someone on the waitlist. Wednesday December 6th *Full Steam Ahead with A Time for Kids This 45-minute program, beginning at 7:00 PM is an interactive educational program is for children ages 2 ½ -5 (not in Kindergarten), and an adult caregiver. Registration is required and begins Monday, November 27 at 9:30 AM on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) with a Library Card. You must do a separate registration for each child you wish to attend the program. Please arrive promptly. If you are late, your spot may be given to someone on the waitlist.
Tween Programs
Monthly Chess Club This monthly club meets from 4:00PM to 5:00PM and is for Tweens in Grades 4-7. No instruction will be given. Tweens should have a basic understanding of the game. The Library will provide chess games for Tweens to use. Registration is required on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) with a Library Card and is underway. Saturday, November 18 Tween Quidditch Tournament Sign up for your team and compete in our Quidditch Tournament from 1PM -2PM! Weather permitting, this program will be held outside. In the event of inclement weather, this program will be cancelled. This program is open to tweens and teens Grades 4-7. Registration required. Registrants must sign up for a team or to be the Snitch in advance online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) with a Library Card beginning Monday, October 30 at 9:30AM. There are limited spots on each team and to play as the Snitch. Registrants are asked to wear the color of the team they are signed up for (Green – Slytherin, Blue – Ravenclaw, Red – Gryffindor, Yellow – Hufflepuff) and Snitches are asked to wear black. *Funding for these 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.
Wednesday November 29th
Savvy Sightseer: Foods to Travel By Sweet Selections Garden City Public Library Thursday, November 30th at 2PM Registration Begins Wednesday, November 15th Join Savvy Sightseer Jeanne Schnupp as she prepares a selection of international desserts and takes you on a culinary vacation at the Garden City Public Library on Thursday, November 30th at 2PM. You’ll enjoy traditional taste treats from three countries while hearing about their background and learning some fun food facts. From Italy, you will sample a light and lemony Golden Delicious apple cake, then an almond shortbread cookie from the
Netherlands, and end with chocolate cherry cookies – a salute to Germany’s Black Forest region. While you savor your samples, Jeanne will whisk you away on a visual tour of these countries with her stunning photo display. Recipes will be provided for you to take home! This program is limited to 35 participants. Registration begins Wednesday, November 15th for Garden City Library cardholders. Please call 516-742-8405 x221. Nonresidents may register on November 21st. This program is sponsored by The Friends of the Garden City Public Library.
Lecture on Dashiell Hammett’s The Maltese Falcon Garden City Public Library Tuesday, November 14th from 7:15PM – 8PM Join Reference Librarian Martin Bowe on Tuesday, November 14th at 7:15PM for a fun facts lecture on the
Dashiell Hammett novel The Maltese Falcon and its legacy. Copies of the novel are available at the Reference Desk to read before the program. All are welcome. No registration is necessary.
Garden City Public Library Wednesday, November 15th at 12:15PM Join us for this Lunchtime Learning program on Social Security at the Garden City Public Library. A representative from the Social Security Administration will present a one hour program on what to know about Social Security with a brief question and answer period. Some of the covered topics will include: how to qualify for retirement benefits, survivor and spousal benefits, disability, and online
services. To make the most of your participation in this Social Security seminar, register today for your personal My Social Security account at www. socialsecurity.gov/myaccount. My Social Security is the safest and fastest way to access your annual Social Security statement. The representative will provide an overview at the seminar. Feel free to bring a brown bag lunch. No registration is required. All are welcome.
Hand Paint Fall Wine Glasses Garden City Public Library Thursday, November 16th at 7PM Registration Begins October 30th Learn to paint beautiful fall colored leaves on four wine glasses and a gift bag on Thursday evening at 7PM. Anyone can be an artist with instruction from Irene Marchese! Use the glasses yourself or bring them as a hostess gift to share on Thanksgiving. Participants should bring four glasses, which can
be purchased at a local discount store. All painting materials will be provided. Come and see a sample at the Reference Desk. This program is limited to 20 participants. Registration begins Monday, October 30th for Garden City Library cardholders. Please call 516-742-8405 x221. Non residents may register on November 7th. This program is sponsored by The Friends of the Garden City Public Library.
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While You’re Away: Love Songs of World War II Concert/Lecture with Diane Cypkin Garden City Public Library Sunday, November 12th at 2PM Take an hour’s sentimental journey at the Garden City Public Library on Sunday, November 12th at 2PM where you will be transported to the time of the Greatest Generation. “Don’t Sit Under the Apple Tree (With Anyone Else But Me),” “You’ll Never Know,” “I’ll Walk Alone”- hear some of the many incomparable love songs popular during World War II. Why were they so popular? Who wrote, played, and sang
them? Who danced and “romanced” to them? What made them unforgettable both on the fighting field and home front? This one woman concert/lecture by Professor Diane Cypkin, who will be accompanied by pianist Lena Panfilova who is a graduate of the Moscow Conservatory, delves into it all. In the process Dr. Cypkin reveals how the “spirit” of the time was uplifted by these songs . . . to hope for a time of peace and an end to a terrible and frightening war. Admission is free and all are welcome.
Women’s Suffrage Movement on LI Garden City Public Library Wednesday, November 8th at 7PM Join us on Wednesday, November 8th at 7PM as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of granting the right to vote to the women of New York and hear Antonia Petrash discuss the Women’s Suffrage Movement on Long Island. Antonia Petrash, a Long Island author, tells the riveting story of women’s struggle to secure the right to vote for themselves, their daughters
and future generations of Long Island women. Ms. Petrash has published three other books on women’s history More than Petticoats: Remarkable New York Women, More Than Petticoats: Remarkable Connecticut Women, and New York’s Remarkable Women: Daughters, Wives, Sister, and Mothers Who Shaped History. This informative and lively program is open to all. Books will be available to be purchased and personally signed by the author.
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GC Police officer credited with helping GC Charity Poker Tournament to to catch predator be held November 4th
Mayor Brian Daughney, Deputy Mayor Theresa Trouvé, and Trustee Robert Bolebruch with Garden City police officer John Russell. Garden City Police Officer John Russell’s keen sense of awareness even while off the clock - helped detectives remove a dangerous predator from the streets. Earlier this year, Police Officer Russell was about to park his car by Garden City Police Headquarters when he noticed a car driving unusually slowly through the lot. He recalled that a similar vehicle was being sought in connection with a number of public lewdness complaints in the Village. Officer Russell obtained the vehicle’s registration and a description of the operator, which he forwarded on to Garden City detectives. Officer Russell’s keen observations led detectives to arrest and charge the suspect with six counts of public lewdness and one count of possession of a sexual performance by a child. Further investigation led to a 200-count indictment in August within New York City by the Brooklyn’s DA office, citing multiple victims with multiple counts of predatory sexual assault and first-degree rape. The investigation continues in Nassau County with additional charges pending. “Police Officer Russell’s dedication and preparedness has directly result-
ed in taking a dangerous predator off the streets of the community he serves and the surrounding areas as well,” Garden City Police Commissioner Kenneth Jackson said. “This incident is just one example of the superior quality of service Officer Russell, a six-and-ahalf-year veteran of the Department, provides to the community. He is truly dedicated to his profession, either when he is on duty or off duty.” The Garden City Board of Trustees applauded Officer Russell’s efforts during the October 5 Board meeting. “We in the Village are lucky to have such dedicated officers working to keep our community safe every day,” Mayor Brian Daughney said. The Town of Hempstead also recognized Officer Russell during this year’s Police Service Awards ceremony, where he was among 35 officers across Nassau County praised for outstanding service. “While we live, work and raise our families here in the Town of Hempstead, our dedicated police officers are patrolling the streets to ensure that our quality of life is protected,” Town Supervisor Anthony Santino said.
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GCBS to host Halloween Fest It’s time again for the Garden City Bird Sanctuary Halloween Fest! Parents are invited to bring their children, wearing their Halloween costumes, to the bird sanctuary this Saturday October 28th at 1 PM. Games
and crafts will be available. Your child might even win the “best Halloween costume” contest! The event is free so come out and join in the fun. The main entrance to the bird sanctuary is opposite 181 Tanners Pond Road.
Kids Need More is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of children, families and young adults coping with cancer and life-threatening illnesses. In 1990, a group of parents created a camping experience for their children diagnosed with cancer and their siblings. Camp Adventure now serves the east coast and tri-state area. It remains one of the only camps of its kind to serve child cancer patients and siblings. In 2013, a dedicated group of Camp Adventure volunteers began Kids Need More (Motivational Recovery Environments, Inc.) to parent the camp and ensure its longevity. With the help of many wonderful people, they will be able to continue Camp Adventure, where children coping with cancer can celebrate life in a safe and positive environment while providing respite for their families and caregivers. With the love and support of so many amazing people they now provide other programs and services
throughout the year for kids and their families. To benefit Kids Need More and raise awareness about the issues that mean so much to them, they have organized the First Annual Garden City’s Poker Championship that will be held at the Garden City Casino on November 4th. The fundraiser will include a catered dinner, open bar, and a presentation by Kids Need More followed by the premier Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Tournament. The grand prize awarded to this year’s winner will be a pre-paid entry to the World Series of Poker “No Limit Hold ‘Em Main Event” in Las Vegas! Not a poker player? Learn to play at our Beginners Tournament. Have fun learning to play poker for fun prizes with our friendly dealers in a casual setting! Black Jack and Roulette will also be available! Register online before November 3rd and receive a bonus Gold Chip worth 500 chips! For more information about the event or to register, please visit kidsneedmore.org.
Calling all high school juniors The Garden City Central Property Owners’ Association is seeking applications for the position of junior ambassador for the upcoming year (2017 2018). This position is highly coveted by all students who wish to become involved in Village Government. The application can be found on the Village website under the CPOA High School Ambassador Program, or by calling the current Senior Ambassador, Layne Meyer, at (516) 350-3352. Layne has served for the past year as Junior Ambassador and is just beginning his term as Senior Ambassador. He will be happy to describe his experience of the past year and will explain all that is involved in the position. Applications may be submitted to Miss Balantic, Chair of the Social Studies Department at Garden City High School, or directly to the Central Property Association at P.O. Box 155, Garden City, NY 11530. The High School Ambassador Program has been functioning under the auspices of the CPOA with great success since 2009. The purpose of the program is to introduce high school age students to the “workings” of Village Government, and to enable them to actually participate in the activities and
decision-making process with which our Village government operates. The Ambassador is expected to attend the monthly meetings (on the second Tuesday of the month) of the CPOA, and to join other Village committee meetings such as those of the Board of Trustees, Board of Education, Board of Zoning Appeals, Recreation etc. at least one each month, and report back to the CPOA with an overview of the subjects discussed at such meetings. The Ambassador is also encouraged to give his/her opinion about the items on the agendas of these committee meetings. While serving as Ambassador, the student will complete a project of his choice - one that is aligned with, and will assist in, the operation of the CPOA, as well as be beneficial to the community. At the end of the Ambassador’s term (two years) he/she will be presented with an Honorarium in recognition of his/her participation on the Board. This position is open to all high school juniors regardless of the high school he/she attends. The deadline for application is October 30th.
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Bob Kloepfer, Walk Street proprietor; Jean Kelly, Executive Director of The INN; Dean Michael Sniffen, The Cathedral of the Incarnation Walk Street will generously donate the delicious foods for The INNcarnation Brunch at The Cathedral on Sunday, November 5th so that 100% of the proceeds can be donated to The INN (Interfaith Nutrition Network). As the season turns cooler, many of our less fortunate neighbors and families rely on The INN for meals, clothing and temporary/long term shelter. Enjoy a delightful meal in the beau-
tifully appointed Undercroft of The Cathedral to benefit our neighbors in need on November 5th, 1P-3P. An Evensong full choir service will follow at 4P in The Cathedral. Register at: http://www.INNcarnationBrunch. eventbrite.com or call Kris at The Cathedral office: 516.746-2955
All-American Song Classics Coming to Museum The Garden City Historical Society presents “An American Songbook for a Sunday Afternoon,” on Sunday, November 5, featuring soprano Jessica Stolte Bender and tenor Christopher Reames, joined by Emily Lia on the Society’s Baby Grand piano, in the lovely Victorian setting of the Historical Society’s Museum, 109 Eleventh Street. The performance begins at 3 p.m. sharp with open seating starting at 2:30. Ticket donation is $35pp; light refreshments follow the performance. All proceeds benefit The Garden City Historical Society and will be used for maintenance and upkeep of the Museum. The Historical Society gratefully acknowledges our performance sponsors Glenn Martucci of TD Bank and Denise Donlon of Coach Realtors; appetizers will be provided by Prince Umberto of Franklin Square. Singers Bender and Reames will combine their voices to perform such favorites as “Isn’t It a Lovely Day to Be Caught In The Rain” (Top Hat), “Let’s Call The Whole Thing Off” (Shall We Dance?), “‘S Wonderful” (Funny Face), and “I’ve Got My Love To Keep Me Warm” (On the Avenue), among others. The singers will perform solos, includ-
ing “I Hate Men” (Kiss Me, Kate), “I Got Lost In His Arms” (Annie Get Your Gun), “Summertime” (Porgy and Bess), “Fascinating Rhythm” (Lady Be Good), “They Can’t Take That Away From Me” (Shall We Dance?), and “One For My Baby” (The Sky’s the Limit). Other favorites on the score may include “Boy Wanted” (A Dangerous Maid), “Friendship” (Anything Goes), and “Let’s Face The Music And Dance” (Follow the Fleet). Please be advised that seating is limited. Tickets are on sale at the Society’s consignment shop, the A.T. Stewart Exchange (516-746-8900), on the Museum’s lower level, Tuesday-Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. Tickets requested by mail, and received no later than Monday, October 30, will be sent directly by mail to the guest who placed the request. Please send a check for the appropriate number of tickets you wish to purchase to: The Garden City Historical Society, c/o Penny Hinderstein, 170 Kensington Road, Garden City, NY 11530. Make checks payable to The Garden City Historical Society.
Estates Nominating Committee seeks candidates
The Nominating Committee of Garden City Estates (Committee) announces that it is seeking residents of Garden City Estates who are interested in being interviewed for a Village Trustee or School Board Trustee position. Under the Community Agreement and the Bylaws of the Property Owners’ Association of Garden City Estates (Estates POA), the Committee is asked to interview Garden City Estates residents interested in serving as Village and School Board Trustee. Each year, a position of Village and School Board Trustee is subject to election by village residents. The Village Board Trustee position serves for a two-year term commencing in May, 2018. The School Board Trustee position serves for a three-year term commencing in May, 2018 The Nominating Committee consists of 15 residents of Garden City Estates, serving three-year terms. The committee’s selection for Trustee candidate will be nominated at the Estates Electors’ Meeting to be held on Tuesday, January 16, 2018. All Estates residents are encouraged to attend in order to vote at that Electors’ Meeting. For more information about the nominating process, please contact the Estates POA Secretary, Tina Dimino, at rdimino@ optonline.net. Any interested resident of the Estates section may be considered a prospective candidate by submitting to the Committee: their name, address, telephone number, and e-mail address.
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Interested residents must include a brief summary of their personal and professional background, and must provide a statement as to their qualifications and reason why they would like to be considered for candidacy for the Village Trustee or School Board Trustee position. The Committee will contact the candidates to establish dates for interviews. The Estates Nominating Committee welcomes and encourages all Estates residents to get more involved and volunteer their time. The deadline for receipt of submissions is November 24, 2017. All candidates must submit their material in writing to the Secretary of the Estates POA by e-mailing the material to: Tina Dimino at rdimino@optonline. net or by mail (and must be “received” by the due date) at PO Box 282, Garden City, NY 11530. The following residents are current members of the Nominating Committee of Garden City Estates: George Hohenberger, Chairperson, 173 Weyford Terrace; Michael Maguire, 66 Stratford Avenue; Daniel Cendan, 186 Euston Road; Tina Dimino, 148 Brompton Road; Peter Agnetti, 61 Euston Road; John Lisica, 174 Meadbrook Rd; Matt Luttinger, 11 Merillon Ave; Robert Malatak, 115 Kildare Rd; Richard Nessler, 131 Weyford Ter; Nick Philippides, 65 Brixton Rd; Brian Armstrong, 135 Wickham Rd; Kristina Wesch; Aida Velez, 173 Nassau Blvd; Paul Rovelli, 101 Stratford Avenue; Joe Colletti, 83 Kilburn Road.
Election Day Poll Workers needed The Garden City Republican Committee is looking for Election Inspectors and Poll Coordinators for the upcoming General Election on November 7th. The work schedule is from 5:15 AM to approximately 9:15 PM. Pay starts at $180 for the day. The responsibilities are to assist voters at various polling locations in Garden City with the voting process on Election Day. You will be trained on properly signing voters in, guiding
them to the correct voting machine and ensuring their votes are executed in a private and secure manner. To apply for this position you must be a Registered Republican Voter, a Nassau County resident and 18 years of age or older. If you are interested in becoming a Republican Election Day Poll Worker and meet the above requirements, please call 516-319-2459.
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More Fall holidays at the Garden City Jewish Center
Members of the Garden City Jewish Center attended Yom Kippur, Sukkot and Simchat Torah services over the past few weeks. As soon as the Yom Kippur childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s services were over, the religious school and visiting children make decorations and helped get the sukkah (traditional roofless booth) ready, with paper chains, popcorn strings, harvest pictures, apples, and carrots. Sukkot, the Autumn harvest festival, was observed at an evening service
under the moon and stars. A Simchat Torah pizza party, service, and consecration of new students was the culmination of the high holiday season. The Garden City Jewish Center is a warm and friendly Reform congregation where everyone is welcome â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Jews of all denominations, dual-faith families, singles, and students. Please go to www.gardencityjewishcenter.org for more information!
A family poses in front of the sukkah.
A happy family after a job well done!
A child shakes the lulav during Sukkot.
Former GCJC President Margie Edelman is also the Religious School Early Childhood, and Art and Culture teacher.
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The traditional group photo after the “decorating committee” finished their task
Simchat Torah means Joy of the Torah, and congregants “dance” with Torah scrolls seven times around the sanctuary.
Some of the new students were consecrated while standing under an unrolled Torah scroll. They are looking up at all the Hebrew words that they will learn to read one day!
Men’s Club volunteers worked to put up the sukkah before the holidays
President Deborah Rood Goldman with a Torah. President Rood Goldman’s father, Murray Rood, was GCJC president in the 1960’s.
A dad (former GCJC student in the 1980’s) and his twins
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IN MEMORIAM Stephen M. Pfail August 12, 1991 - October 17, 2017
Stephen Michael Prail passed away suddenly on October 17, 2017, at the age of 26. Stephen was a resident of Garden City until recently when he moved into his Upper East Side apartment in Manhattan. His impact on his family, friends and beloved girlfriend, Kara, did not go unnoticed. Born in Floral Park and raised in Garden City, Stephen had a beautiful childhood filled with love and laughter. His two older brothers, Thomas and Brian, and his younger sister, Erin, look back fondly at his love and charisma. As a student at Chaminade High School (Class of 2009), Stephen found his sense of humor and lust for life. A member of the Chaminade Wrestling team for four years and two years on the Chaminade Lacrosse team, Stephen was a dedicated athlete. He marched at his own bat through the halls of Chaminade. Attending high school with his older brother, Brian, grew them closer than ever before. Stephen and Brian were roommates and best friends. No words can describe the relationship the two of them shared. His oldest brother , Thomas, fondly looks back at the lacrosse catches the two of them shared in the backyard, constantly talking back and forth. As mini-Rangers, the two shared many memories together playing ice hockey at Hubbell’s Pond. The three boys held the Rangers spirit close to their hearts from youth into adulthood. Thomas, Brian and Stephen celebrated a huge Ranger win together at Mustang Harry’s where they met “Dancing Larry.”
Stephen M. Pfail He had a special place in his heart for his baby sister, Erin. She always sat, with a big bow in her hair, mesmerized by whatever came out of his mouth. He was her storyteller. He was her best friend. She is a senior nursing student at the University of Scranton and plans to follow in his footsteps and graduate in May. Stephen attended the University of Scranton (Class of 2013) earning a Bachelor of Science and a Masters in Accountancy. Going out with friends was one of Stephen’s favorite pastimes. Stephen always loved a good party. Parade day was Stephen’s absolute favorite day of the year. “Ain’t no party like a Scranton cuz’ a Scranton party
IN MEMORIAM Stephen C. Gucker
Stephen C. Gucker
Beloved husband, father of four, uncle, and grandfather has found his final resting place. Former Marine highly respected in the plumbing industry will never be forgotten. As a retired master plumber in multiple municipalities and NYC plumbing inspector, many were positively impacted by his dedication and knowledge of the industry. We pray others effected by Agent Orange have a painless path to heaven. On behalf of this family, we would like to take this opportunity to thank every active member of the military and the veterans that have served and sacrificed for our country.
don’t stop. - Michael Scott” - Stephen Pfail. Well.. Stephen proved that to be true. As a talented guitarist, Stephen was constantly strumming with his college buddies in the band Cucumber Salad. As “the cute bouncer at Cockeyed’s” Stephen boasted his huge muscles and charmed everyone around him. His college friends saw the light in his heart and embraced his hilarious comic routines. Oh, could he make a group laugh... He found himself at Scranton! The people, the education, the Jesuit values, everything drew Stephen in. The University of Scranton molded Stephen into the beautiful man that he is. He truly found ins home in Scranton, Pennsylvania for five incredible years. Stephen’s girlfriend of four years, Kara, was his everything. After catching his eye in February of his graduate school year, Stephen was hooked. Within months of meeting her, Stephen told his mother and sister that Kara was the one for him. He loved her with his heart open and their love will aways carry on. Stephen spent his weekends off from work lounging in his sweatpants watching Netflix at the family summer house in Point Lookout with Kara and the family. His very own paradise. A few years back, Stephen (against eh advice of his parents) got a tattoo. Unbeknownst to mom and dad, his tattoo was filled with unconditional love for his family. In Latin, “Mi Familia Omnia, Omnia mi Famila” which translates to “Family is Everything, Everything is Family.” He also has a fighting Irishmen tattoo in memory of his late grandmother. Stephen always had little ways of showing his love. His father Donald, cherishes his
memories coaching Rams lacrosse and working together at Keefe Bruyette and Woods during his college years. Stephen followed in his father’s footsteps with a Masters in Accountancy with a fond admiration of his father’s success. Stephen worked as a Senior Associate at KPMG and was very dedicated to his work. Donald was so proud of Stephen! Stephen held a special place in his heart for his beautiful and loving mother, Eileen. As the baby of the three boys, Steepen always kept mom on her toes. Even adding a few gray hairs! She always melted at the twinkle in his eyes and his adorable dimples. He grew into a handsome young man who his mom was so proud of and loved dearly. Stephen always took the time to make her smile and laugh whenever he was home. He spent hours on hours talking with mom, both of them forgetting where the time went. Through the struggles the Pfail family has endured, Stephen was the glue that kept it together. A day does not go by that it does not miss his contagious laugh and sense of humor that filled the household. Stephen touched so many lives in his short time on earth and will continue to look down on us from above. “Last night I saw you in my dreams. Now I can’t wait to go to sleep.” (A quote from his favorite artist, Kanye West) Rest easy Stephen We will love you forever and always, our beautiful angel. Mom, Dad, Thomas, Brian, Erin, Toby and Hunter In honor of Stephen, donations may be made to: Chaminade High School, 340 Jackson Avenue, Mineola NY 11501 Chaminade-hs. org or University of Scranton, PO Box 1385, Scranton PA 18501 Scranton.edu
Lung Cancer Awareness Day at Winthrop Hospital Did you know that lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States? Yet screening and new treatments can reduce related mortality. To learn more, please join NYU Winthrop Hospital’s leading experts in the field of lung cancer for a free Lung Cancer Awareness Day educational program on Saturday, November 4, 2017, from 9 AM to noon. The seminar will be held in the Winthrop Research & Academic Center, located at 101 Mineola Blvd, at the corner of Second Street in Mineola. Attendees will learn about screening, treatment, chemotherapy, non-invasive procedures, and mobilization of the body’s own immunologic defenses. NYU Winthrop speakers include
physicians from the interdisciplinary Lung Cancer Program: Todd Carpenter, MD, Attending Physician, Division of Radiation Oncology; Jeffrey Schneider, MD, Chief, Medical Oncology & Hematology and Director of the Lung Cancer Screening Program; Peter Spiegler, MD, Attending Physician, Department of Pulmonology and Laurence Spier, MD, Attending Physician, Department of Thoracic Surgery. A question and answer period will be included in the program. Literature and educational materials will be provided; light refreshments will be served. The program is free, but seating is limited. For more information or to reserve a seat, please call (516) 663-4637 or email ggroser@nyuwinthrop.org
The German American School has been teaching German as a second language for over a century and it kicked off its 30th year in Garden City the week of September 11th. Children of all ages returned after a restful and enjoyable summer to the after-school German language program that meets once a week throughout the school year. Garden City students between the ages of 6 and 15 returned with
smiles as big as their smiles in June. The youngest students are eager to learn the German Alphabet, songs, and basic phrases. The elementary-age students are ready to acquire new vocabulary and basic grammar and to practice speaking, reading and writing in German. The middle school students are gearing up for listening comprehension, conversation, paragraph writing, geography and culture. And finally, the
High School students will be learning history, reading short stories and preparing for Regents and FLAC exams. Most students start studying German at the German-American School without any prior exposure. At the end of each academic year, the students are acknowledged at an awards/graduation ceremony at the nearby appointed Grand Ballroom of The Plattdeutsche Park Restaurant on Hempstead
Princeton Huang poses with his family after receivEric Hartmann receiving his medal after a successful year! ing another medal to add to his collection!
Ava and Sophia Sethi and Armeen Panthaki celebrating a successful year!
Michael Ragas is all smiles as he poses with his teacher after receiving a medal
Turnpike. Students with the highest grades and who have demonstrated outstanding effort receive awards and pose for photos with their family members and teachers as they celebrate their hard work and the end of a successful year at the after-school program. Congratulations to the Garden City residents who received year-rend awards and hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to another successful year of German language learning!!
Nicholas Ragas is presented with his medal by the Director of the German-American School
Jamshed and Armeen pose with their proud parents
Augustin Mingoia Murphy posing with one of his favorite teachers
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Thor Ullrich wraps up another year and takes home a medal!
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Halloween happenings With ATHENA
There will be many events for our Garden City ladies to attend in the coming month and they all sound very good. There will be the usual number of Fairs around town in the coming weeks and that bodes well for both the Fairs and those who are shopping at them. The Church of the Resurrection, located at 420 Stewart Avenue. Their Fair will be held on Saturday, November 4th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and you should enter the gym door on Emmet Place. The Garden City Community Church will be holding their Americana Fair on Saturday, November 11th and they are located on the corner of Stewart Ave., and Whitehall Blvd. You can get some wonderful bargains at both of these churches and in my experience, church fairs are one of the best places to shop for goodies. The Community Club of Garden City and Hempstead will be holding a High Tea before their program at 1:30 p.m.. with speaker, Marilyn Carminio. Her topic will be about the life of the famous First Lady Jackie Kennedy. There is a guest fee for non-members of $5. There will also be a Halloween Fest at the Garden City Bird Sanctuary on Saturday, October 28th starting at 1 p.m. There will be games and crafts and do bring your child dressed in costume as there will be a contest for “Best Halloween Costume”. The event is free and your little ones will just love it. The main entrance is opposite Tanners Pond Road before the underpass. The children will love it. Of course - if we have something for the children on this holiday, we have to have something for the grownups. And do we have one. On Halloween The Cathedral of the Incarnation will hold a tour of Cathedral including its crypt. The tour will begin inside the Cathedral sanctuary with guests being greeted by ominous organ music. Tour guides will welcome you with burning lanterns and participants will be led over the grounds to hear the story
of Mr. Stewart and his wife and where they were buried over a century ago. They will be welcomed to a darkened sanctuary. Tour guides with lanterns will lead to the crypt where you will hear the story of Mr. Stewart’s death and the grave robbers who held his body for ransom. To reserve a spot for this harrowing event you should contact the Cathedral office at 516-746-2955. To make you more comfortable: I have sung in the Cathedral for may years and have never been frightened - so have some fun with this. I guess that the biggest treat for the children will be on All Hallows Eve whey they go Trick or Treating. It’s better for the littlest ones to go with a group and have a grown-up walking behind them. That way they will know that all will be well. We have had some children so young that they needed a Big Brother to ring the bell for them. On a number of occasions I have also treated “Big Brothers” - but don’t count on it. When Halloween is over, we can look forward to one of my favorite holidays - “Thanksgiving” and the it’s the big rush to get your Christmas shopping done so you can relax and enjoy the big holiday. Thanksgiving is all about sharing with those who need help in order to appreciate that holiday. If you have to tell your children that you will not be having turkey on Thanksgiving, you just know that they will be very disappointed. If you want to you can avert that feeling for them by donating either a turkey or other parts of the meal to the INN in Hempstead. They will be delighted and they will even cook the bird in time for the holiday and make the children happy that they too can share in the festivities. Adding some candy to your donation will make a big hit with those children too. Try it! It should make you happy as they are when they see it.
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Pamper & Shop for Pink on Seventh Street
On October 27th from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Waxing the City on Seventh Street will be joining together with Coquette, Pure Barre, Blu Sky Bodyworks, Fra Sca Design Group, Beautiology, Jewelry by J’Neen and Seventh Street’s newest bakery, The French Workshop, to fight against breast cancer. As a group of women entrepreneurs, they want to give back. This day will be filled with several free services and discounted shopping of your favorite
brands. Food, desserts and cocktails will be provided by the sponsors. 100% of the proceds will go to the Maurer Foundation, a local breast cancer charity. Their mission is to “save lives through breast health education that focuses on breast cancer prevention, healthy lifestyle choices, early detection and risk reduction”. To purchase tickets go to http://bit. ly/PamperShopPink Tickets are $30 each.
“Sweats for Vets”
The American Legion Ladies Auxiliary No. 265 invites you to donate brand new sweat shirts and sweat pants for the veterans who are patients at the Northport VA Hospital. Any size (medium through 3x) in navy blue or gray would ensure a veteran that he is remembered. (The ward the Auxiliary has adopted has no women patients.) Every year the Auxiliary includes these garments in its Christmas gift-giving and celebrations with veterans and their families at the hospital. Garment specifications are commensurate with suggestions made by hospital staff. Donations may be brought to the Senior Center on Golf Club Lane behind
Lord & Taylor on Wednesday evening, November 15th from 7:30 - 8:30 or leave a message at 274-9227 for another arrangement. Christmas for the hospitalized veterans is different for them than it is for us. Be assured your gesture is received with overwhelmingly touching expressions of gratitude. The Auxiliary unit joins with the Marine base on Stewart Avenue to collect “Toys for Tots” If you wish to donate a brand new toy with your “Sweats for Vets,” you are welcome to participate. Tax receipts are available upon acceptance of your donations.
Cathedral Nursery School celebrates 50th anniversary
Hempstead Town Clerk Nasrin Ahmad (2nd right) presents an official Town of Hempstead Citation during the Cathedral Nursery School 50th Anniversary Celebration held at Saint Pauls Field located in Garden City. Pictured (left to right) are Administrator Cathy Sammon of Hempstead, Director Diane Cina of West Hempstead, Town Clerk Ahmad and Assistant Director Monica Schoelle of Garden City.
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Board probed on attorney position, unions react From page 1
put out an advertisement. We interviewed some very good candidates and they met with myself and the Board. We also had final candidates meet with our members of the Village Executive team. I am happy to announce we have found a very qualified person in Ms. Oristano, a labor attorney who served as the former commissioner of human resources for Westchester County. She’s had a career marked by advising senior leaders of both public and private organizations on HR issues that help impact business outcomes and efficient delivery of services,” Suozzi explained. He added that in addition to working in-house with him, Oristano will work closely with Village Attorney and Garden City’s former Mayor, Peter Bee, principal of his firm Bee, Ready, Fishbein, Hatter, & Donovan LLP as well as the village’s labor attorneys at the Garden City firm Bond, Schoeneck, & King, PLLC. After describing several specific tasks and roles Oristano will fulfill in Garden City, Suozzi said she will be in charge of the village’s most important asset: “our human assets, our people.” “In this role, Ms. Oristano among other things will develop comprehensive H.R. policies and procedures, update and maintain the village’s employee handbook, ensure compliance with all federal and state labor laws, provide interpretation and guidance and ensure compliance with all collective bargaining agreements, participate in all contract negotiations, work with Civil Service and the executive staff to maintain jobs and associated specifications, implement a performance-management program,” Suozzi said. During public comments resident Bob Orosz questioned how she would commute to Garden City, and who Oristano will report to at Village Hall. She will report to Administrator Suozzi, who also said she is moving to Long Island over the coming weeks, although Mayor Daughney commented “in this day and age people can work from anywhere.” Orosz asked about the new position and why it was found to be a necessity at this point in time, and why the village attorney (Peter Bee) can’t cover labor and human resources. Mayor Daughney told Orosz that the hire of a deputy village attorney and counsel of Oristano’s specialty “is about 45 years overdue.” “We’re an employer and we have 260 employees. We have a budget of $57 million and we have never had an in-house attorney. That’s ludicrous in my opinion. Every private and public company (public like the village) would have in-house counsel and we spend an inordinate amount going to outside counsel when we should have in-house counsel – someone whom our village adminis-
trator can go to on a daily basis when we have questions because we have 260plus employees, we have labor issues and day-to-day procedure and policy issues. That’s the reason we thought this was necessary and way past time to bring someone in,” Daughney said. Another question on village staff decisions drew attention from as far away as Commack, headquarters of the Civil Service Employee Association (CSEA) union and its Local 882 Garden City division. Resident Steve Ilardi was thanked by a few members of CSEA Rank and File Local 882 union who attended the October 19 meeting, as his public comment on the new attorney position and Huertas’s raise drew their applause. Speaking as a resident Ilardi offered his thought to the Board: “I went back over different staff increases over the past year and I read the different executive staff salary increases. I am not saying that it is not justified in any way, but some of the increases are for between 9% and 12% in raises. In one case, (Darcia Palmer’s, from $70,000 to $87,500 per year) it is a 25% increase as I understand the person is taking on more responsibility. Rec. Department Commissioner Kevin Ocker showed us the maintenance of the ballfields, with the move taking Rec. employees from mowing the lawns. They are doing much more labor-intensive work…the CSEA Rank and File employees have not had any kind of increase for five years. I am not getting into negotiations or anything but I just think that should be said,” Ilardi said. After the meeting Wayne Crested, the vice president of CSEA 882 and CSEA counsel Liam Russertt spoke with Ilardi in support of his comments. Russertt has begun discussions with village labor counsel Bond, Schoeneck & King as he was hired as the counsel for the CSEA in September. He brings experience with private sector-union negotiations on behalf of teamsters for 22 years, after he served four years in the Military Intelligence Unit during Operation Desert Shield in the early 1990s. Russertt reflected on the village’s recent hire and related municipal decisions. To him, the village’s hire of Oristano represents investment of taxpayer money into a prolonged legal process rather than an attempt to negotiate with the CSEA Rank and File. “We have already began trying to negotiate several things with the Board and they’re refusing to negotiate. To hire an additional (labor) attorney, I am not sure why they’d put the money there into more legal fees instead of just investing in services they already have from CSEA union members. I can see why the village is called Garden City, as I understand the members do a fantastic job with the beautification of plants, trees, village property and in sanitation pickup. It’s really a well-maintained
village. The fact the Board has not come back to the table, and from what I understand under the law they are supposed to try to, the village has hired another attorney to challenge the law instead. I do not think that is the best use of taxpayers’ money. The village is run on taxpayers and not corporate profits, and Garden City is a labor-friendly area with representatives that are labor-friendly elected. We are talking about fighting for middle class jobs here instead of not negotiating with them. The village is also investing in outsourcing and contracted jobs, and I’m puzzled and confused by hiring labor attorneys to deal with unions – the village is really not dealing with the CSEA union right now,” Russertt said. He spoke with The Garden City News over the phone on Tuesday, October 24, and announced that two charges from the CSEA Rank and File against the Village of Garden City are going to the Public Employee Relations Board (P.E.R.B.) while a third is being worked on now. He says the hire on October 19 is counterproductive to working with the unions. “They are fighting laws that already exist. They (the village) continues giving taxpayer money to lawyers instead of middle-class blue-collar workers that help Garden City look beautiful and serve its people. When someone new is brought onto a process they need to learn the history of what’s been going on. Instead of moving forward the village is putting things on hold. I don’t know if the village is figuring out a new strategy, but the residents and representatives agree that village employees do a great job. I am not understanding the board’s decision on this – we (the CSEA) would like to hear the reasoning on why the Board feels the appointment was long overdue,” Russertt told the News. After commenting on the legal fees (invoices for Board approval) that were routinely published on the Board of Trustees’ meeting agendas prior to this year’s, the President of the Garden City Professional FireFighters’ Association T.J. Michon emailed the News his and the union’s comment on the hire of Oristano as deputy village attorney: “We understand that the Village of Garden City has hired an in-house lawyer to try to bring down the municipality’s legal costs. The village’s residents and taxpayers should welcome this decision. The village’s current outside labor attorneys at Bond, Schoeneck & King are estimated to have billed the village approximately a half million dollars over the past several years in a scorched earth failed campaign to fight just about every grievance filed by the Village’s Professional Fire Fighters to enforce its contract with the village, including the improper layoff of six firefighters.” Michon added that this July he put
in a FOIL request to the village for the year-to-date (January through June’s) legal expenses for the municipality, and as of October 25 the village has “yet to honor my request.” Michon said the firefighters’ union has looked into Board meeting minutes from January 2011 through December 2016, and Garden City approved $866,000 in legal expenses against Fire Union labor cases and grievances from January 2011 to December 2016. He questioned a lack of transparency on October 5 and in comments again this week. “The Village is now refusing to provide us with and is hiding additional updated information of how much it has paid its outside labor attorneys obviously because the amounts are outrageous, excessive and a clear rip off of the Village’s taxpayers. For example, the Professional Fire Fighters filed a grievance to enforce a recall agreement to ensure an adequate number of Fire Fighters at a multiple alarm fire. The Village went to Court to stop the recall arbitration and lost in NYS Supreme Court and the NYS Appellate Division Second Department. We estimate that the Village has spent close to $100,000 unsuccessfully fighting the recall case which amounts to a yearly cost of $8,000. According to a recent newspaper article, an upstate municipality, Watertown, also expressed that it may have had enough with the billing practices of Bond, Schoeneck & King and that city’s legislators are now considering terminating the same law firm used by the Village of Garden City,” he wrote to the News. Russertt has been in contact with the village’s legal representation at Bond, Schoeneck and King since September. He emailed the News his evaluation of the potential for legal fees and the move to hire Oristano last week as he heard the mayor’s comment at the meeting. “If the Village of Garden City is using an in house Labor Attorney for $145,000 a year instead of Bond Schoeneck & King, which is unlikely, then it probably is a savings. It is much more likely that the new in-house attorney is an additional cost to the Village because it is likely that Bond Schoeneck & King will still be on a retainer agreement, especially while the new in house attorney learns the Village’s labor issues. Instead of spending the taxpayers’ money on litigation, fighting long standing labor laws and contracts, losing the taxpayers money in the process, in my opinion it is the fiduciary responsibility of the Village board to negotiate with the unions on keeping middle class blue collar jobs. The union workers already perform exceptional work that goes above and beyond outsourced strangers. At times the Village is paying more when they have to have the Recreation and Parks Department fix the substandard,” See page 63
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The Garden City Casino celebrates Tennis Finals Weekend
The Garden City Casino celebrated its annual Tennis Finals Weekend on September 15th through the 17th. The Club’s Tennis Committee established sixteen separate tournament categories at the beginning of the season. Matches for each tournament were played throughout the spring and summer, culminating with each championship scheduled during Finals Weekend. The sixteen tournament finals were played over the three-day event. ThirtyNine different club members participated in the Finals. The Champions and Finalists were: Men’s A Singles “Club Championship” event, Kevin Nyarady defeated Gerald DiChiara in three sets. This is the second year in a row these two have matched up in the finals. In the Men’s 55+ Doubles event, Jim Murphy and Brian Nicholas defeated Keith Becker and Brad Ramsland. In the Men’s 65+ Doubles event, Bill Marvin and Rich LeMonda defeated John Keane and Phil Green. In the popular Mix Doubles tournament, Christen and Kevin Nyarday defeated
Casino members and their guests enjoyed the tennis matches all weekend. Elizabeth Ingrassia & Bob Gavigan. In the Women’s B Singles event, Jen Soper defeated Gina Leake. In the Men’s Gentlemen’s Doubles tournament, Jim Murphy and Leon McCullough defeated Tony DeAngelo and Mike Quinn. In the Women’s Master Doubles tournament, Elizabeth Ingrassia and Gerrie Trapani defeated Loretta Marcoux and Lori Ramsland. In the Women’s A Doubles event, Cathy Guida and Vicki Tringa defeated Kim Guida and Jen
Soper. Winning the Men’s 50 + Singles event was Frank Rio who defeated Brad O’Neill. In the Men’s B Singles tournament the winner this year was new member Arthur Hararian who defeated John Keane. In the popular Men’s 100 Doubles tournament, Sean Coonerty and Brad Ramsland defeated Rich Antoneck and Keith Becker. In the Women’s “Casino Cup” match up, Jen Soper and Erin Doherty defeated Jeanne Hart and Janet Miller. Nilda
Fumoso and Joellen Crowley won the Women’s “Club Round-Robin” tournament over Jen Soper and Maria Arevalo. In the Women’s 100 Doubles event, Elizabeth Ingrassia and Terry Smith defeated Cathy Guida and Jen Soper. The Women’s B Doubles champions were Jeanne Hart and Ada Coonerty who defeated Monica Kiely and Joellen Crowley in a long hard fought three set match. The Men’s A Championship Doubles team of Rich Antoneck and Kevin Nyarady defeated Gerald DiChiara and Brian Nicholas. Congratulations to all the Champions and the runner up Finalists. The Casino Finals Weekend is sponsored by the Garden City Casino Board of Governors and was organized by Tennis program Co-Chairs Loretta Marcoux and Jeff Siler, along with their tennis committee members. Their great efforts were recognized warmly by the membership along with all of the tournament champions and finalists at the awards ceremony that took place following the final Sunday matches.
Men’s 100 Doubles Champions; Sean Coonerty (Left) and Brad Ramsland
Men’s A “Club Championship” Singles Finalists; Gearld DiChiara (left) runner up and Kevin Nyarady Club Champion just after their exciting 3-set match
Gentlemen Doubles Champions Jim Murphy and Leon McCullough being congratulated by Men’s Tennis Chair Jeff Siler (center)
Women’s A Doubles Champions Cathy Guida (left) and Vicki Tringa
Women’s “Club Round Robin” Champions; Nilda Fumoso (Left) and Joellen Crowley
Mixed Doubles Champions Kevin and Christen Nyarady
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Women’s “Casino Cup” Champions; Erin Doherty (Left) and Jen Soper
Women’s “Master Doubles” Champions Elizabeth Ingrassia (left) and Gerrie Trapani
Men’s 65+ Doubles Champion Bill Marvin. Partner Rich LeMonda was not present.
Women’s B Singles Champion Jen Soper (Center) with Women’s Tournament Director Cathy Guida (left) and Loretta Marcoux, overall Women’s Tennis Club Co-Chair (right). Jen participated in five separate championship matches during Finals Weekend
Men’s A Championship Doubles participants, left to right: Rich Antoneck & Kevin Nyarady (champions), flanked by Gearld DiChiara & Brian Nicholas (runners up).
Men’s 55+ Doubles Champions Jim Murphy and Brian Nicholas being congratulated by Men’s Tennis Chair Jeff Siler (center)
Men’s 50+ Singles Champion Frank Rio.
Women’s 100 Doubles Champions: Elizabeth Ingrassia (left) and Terry Smith
Women’s B Doubles Champions Ada Coonerty and Jeanne Hart
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Teens and Tots Storytime at the Garden City Pool
Young adults enjoyed a summer filled with many fun activities and programs at the Garden City Public Library. The Library hosted the annual Teens and Tots Storytime at the Garden City Pool with tweens and teens volunteering to read and do crafts with the little ones. An improv acting workshop,
a Recycled Tech Building Challenge, and a book discussion on Alex and Eliza were among the many programs YAs attended at the Library this summer. Tweens also enjoyed a game night and chess night and played mini golf together at programs hosted by the Library.
Young adults prepared to use their acting talents to improvise a skit during the program Improv Acting Workshop with Thomas McKenna, which was held in July at the Library.
Tweens played mini golf at a pizza and mini golf program hosted by the Library this summer.
Mini golf and pizza provided a lively evening of entertainment for these tweens.
Teen volunteers read stories and do crafts with young children at the Garden City Pool during Teens and Tots Storytime, which was held Tuesdays and Wednesdays at the Garden City Pool during July and August.
The GCHS Boys Varsity Soccer team took to the field on a beautiful fall(summer) day on Saturday Oct.21st for their first round playoff game against next door neighbors Floral Park. With a lot of Orange in the air showing their support against Bullying the GC Boys took to the field. The boys started the game quickly and moved the ball side to side with some rapid passing. The team pressed Floral Park and struck in the middle of the 1st half with a nice goal by James Basile with an assist
from J.P. Trabulsi to make it 1-0. The defense of Skahill, Castoro, Franco and Senatore kept winning the 50/50 balls and moved the ball to the midfielders who put pressure on Floral Park back line. The 2nd goal came on a nice header assist by Luke Connolly who sent it far post where Owen Wieland poke it in for a 2-0. With a lead of 2-0 at halftime the coaches came up with the strategy to keep the pedal to the floor and that is just what the trojans did. Another goal by J.P. Trabulsi from Basile and a
Capt. Skahill out hustling the FP middies
Bernieri using his head
Capt. Connolly celebrating his goal with teammates
flick on header goal by Luke Connolly from Joe Bernieri who was pinpoint all day long on his set pieces provided a nice cushion and got to showcase some great bench play. Joe Griffin and Kevin McNiff earned a clean sheet with help from all of the defense. Freshman Nick Prime seeing his first action of the
season scored a late goal with an assist going to Senior Andrew Costigan. The Final was 6-0 and the Trojans move onto the next round verse Bellmore JFK. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s keep the momentum rolling and bring the EFFORT boys. Thanks to the biggest crowd of the season for all their support.
Basile scoring the first GOAL
J.P. Trabulsi starting his attack on the defense
TJ Schmitt letting go a shot
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GCHS Boys Soccer beat Floral Park in playoffs
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McNiff with the big kick
Owen Wieland sending a thru ball
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Thunder 7’s Storm over Franklin Square
The Thunder 7’s stormed over another team, this time defeating Franklin Square at Carrey HS one day after their GCHS role models did the same at homecoming. The Thunder 7 beat Franklin Square 19 – 6 with touchdowns by Crosby Kraus, AJ Haffner, and Jeffrey Finnell. Both the offense and defense were on fire as they kept their undefeated season going. The Thunder 7’s will be facing Farmingdale next. Come down and cheer the next generation of Garden City football players on!
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Jeffrey Finnell’s touchdown Zachary Psilakis
Crosby Kraus scores a touchdown
Michael Ferrucci handles the ball
AJ Haffner’s touchdown run
Thunder handshake
Ryan Rafferty runs for a first down
Kevin Prybylski tackles a Warrior
45 LEGAL NOTICE Annual Financial Report Garden City UFSD Notice is hereby given that the fiscal affairs of the Garden City Union Free School District for the period beginning on July 1, 2016 and ending on June 30, 2017, have been examined by an independent public accountant, and that the management
letter prepared in conjunction with the external audit by the independent public accountant has been filed in my office where it is available as a public record for inspection by all interested persons. Pursuant to §35 of the General Municipal Law, the governing board of the Garden City Union Free School District may, in its
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discretion, prepare a written response to the report of external audit or management letter by independent public accountant and file any such response in my office as a public record for inspection by all interested persons not later than January 8, 2018. Dana DiCapua District Clerk
GARDEN CITY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK BALANCE SHEET, JUNE 30, 2017 GENERAL FUND
ASSETS Cash and cash equivalents Restricted cash Receivables: Property Taxes State and Federal Aid Due from other funds Other receivables
TOTAL ASSETS
$
13,790,653 19,799,596 1,441,072 610,914 1,225,117 468,395
$
37,335,747
LIABILITIES AND FUND EQUITY Accounts payable Accrued liabilities Due to other funds Due to other governments Due to Teachers' Retirement System Due to Employees' Retirement System Compensated absences Overpayments and collections in advance TOTAL LIABILITIES FUND EQUITY TOTAL LIABILITIES AND FUND EQUITY
$ 1,168,455 771,797 0 171,325 5,745,971 573,521 649,833 182,398 9,263,300 28,072,447 $37,335,747
STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND EQUITY - YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2017
REVENUES Real property taxes Other real property tax items School tax relief reimbursement Charges for Services Use of money and property Sale of property and compensation for loss Forfeitures State aid Medicaid reimbursement Miscellaneous TOTAL REVENUES EXPENDITURES General support Instruction Pupil transportation Community services Employee benefits Debt Service : Principal Interest TOTAL EXPENDITURES
EXCESS (DEFICIENCY) OF REVENUES OVER (UNDER) EXPENDITURES OTHER FINANCING SOURCES (USES) Operating transfers in Operating transfers out TOTAL OTHER FINANCING SOURCES (USES) Change in fund balance Fund Balance July 1, 2016 Fund Balance June 30, 2017 FUND BALANCE Fund Balance: Restricted Assigned Unassigned TOTAL FUND BALANCE
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L E G A L
$ 90,816,025 3.662,060 5,156,182 1,563,124 185,281 54,000 5,249 6,049,482 34,316 564,019 108,089,738 10,386,338 57,857,872 3,805,599 38,780 26,687,484 4,308,402 1,246,574 104,331,049 3,758,689 425,000 (4,209,989) (3,784,989) (26,300) 28,098,747 $ 28,072,447
19,799,596 3,771,010 4,501,841 $ 28,072,447
LEGAL NOTICE Notice of formation of limited liability company (LLC). Name of (LLC): 3 D’s Empowerment Circle, LLC Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 06/28/2017. NY office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The post office address to which the SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon her is: United States Corporation Agents, Inc. 7014 13th Avenue, Suite 202, Brooklyn, NY 11228. Purpose of the LLC, is any lawful purpose. GC 0688 6X 09/29,10/06,13,20,27,11/03 LEGAL NOTICE Notice of formation of Blue Trail Realty, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with NY Secy. of State (SSNY) 7/20/2017. Location: Nassau. SSNY designated for service of process and shall mail copy of process served against the LLC to Registered Agent: Kathleen Hay, Blue Trail Realty, 1010 Franklin Ave, Set 300, Garden City, NY 11530. Purpose: Real Estate. GC 0689 6X 09/29,10/06,13,20,27,11/03 LEGAL NOTICE BOARD OF EDUCATION Garden City Union Free School District PUBLIC NOTICE: is hereby given for separate sealed bids for: Auditorium AirConditioning and Abatement at Garden City High School REBID. Bids will be received by the School District, on Thursday November 16, 2017 at 11:00 AM in the Administration Office, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530, and at said time and place publicly opened and read aloud. The Contract Documents may be examined at the Office of the Architect, BBS Architects, Landscape Architects and Engineers, P.C., 244 East Main Street, Patchogue New York, (631-475-0349); however the Contract Documents may only be obtained thru the Office of REV, 330 Route 17A Suite #2, Goshen New York 10924 (877-272-0216) beginning on Wednesday October 25, 2017. Complete digital sets of Contract Documents shall be obtained online (with a free user account) as a download for a non-refundable fee of Forty-Nine ($49.00) Dollars at
the following websites: www. bbsprojects.com or www.usinglesspaper.com under ‘public projects’. Optionally, in lieu of digital copies, hard copies may be obtained directly from REV upon a deposit of One Hundred ($100.00) Dollars for each complete set. Checks for deposits shall be made payable to the DISTRICT, GARDEN CITY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT and may be uncertified. All bid addenda will be transmitted to registered plan holders via email and will be available at the above referenced websites. Any bidder requiring documents to be shipped shall make arrangements with the printer and pay for all packaging and shipping costs. Plan holders who have obtained hard copies of the bid documents will need to make the determination if hard copies of the addenda are required for their use, and coordinate directly with the printer for hard copies of addenda to be issued. There will be no charge for registered plan holders to obtain hard copies of the bid addenda. The bid deposit for hard copies will be returned upon receipt of plans and specifications, in good condition, within thirty days after bid date, except for the lowest responsible bidder, whose check will be forfeited upon the award of the contract. A non-mandatory pre-bid site walk through is scheduled for Thursday November 2, 2017 at 3:00 P.M. at the Garden City High School located at 170 Rockaway Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530. The Contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder or the proposals will be rejected within 45 days of the date of opening proposals. Bids shall be subject, however, to the discretionary right reserved by the School District to waive any informalities, accept or reject any alternatives, reject any proposals and to advertise for new proposals, if in its opinion the best interest of the School District will thereby be promoted. Each bidder may not withdraw his bid within 45 days after the formal opening thereof. A bidder may withdraw his bid only in writing and prior to the bid opening date. Dated: October 25, 2017 BY ORDER OF THE: BOARD OF EDUCATION See page 46
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From page 45 Garden City Union Free School District GC 0700 1X 10/27 LEGAL NOTICE The resolution, a summary of which is published herewith, has been adopted on the 21st day of September, 2017, and an abstract thereof has been published and posted as required by law and the period of time has elapsed for the submission and filing of a petition for a permissive referendum and a valid petition has not been submitted and filed. The validity of the obligations authorized by such resolution may be hereafter contested only if such obligations were authorized for an object or purpose for which the Village of Garden City, in the County of Nassau, New York, is not authorized to expend money or if the provisions of law which should have been complied with as of the date of publication of this notice were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of publication of the notice, or such obligations were authorized in violation of the provisions of the constitution. Karen M. Altman Village Clerk BOND RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE OF GARDEN CITY, NEW YORK, ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 21, 2017, AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF AN APPARATUS LADDER FIRE TRUCK, STATING THE ESTIMATED MAXIMUM COST THEREOF IS $1,400,000, APPROPRIATING SAID AMOUNT FOR SUCH PURPOSE, AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS IN THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF NOT TO EXCEED $1,400,000 TO FINANCE SAID
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N O T I C E S APPROPRIATION The object or purpose for which the bonds are authorized is the acquisition of an apparatus ladder fire truck, at the estimated maximum cost of $1,400,000. The period of probable usefulness of the bonds is twenty (20) years. The maximum amount of obligations authorized to be issued is $1,400,000. A complete copy of the bond resolution summarized above shall be available for public inspection during normal business hours at the office of the Village Clerk, Village of Garden City, 351 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, New York GC 0701 1X 10/27 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., E.S.T., FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2017 at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud, for furnishing the following: OLD COUNTRY ROAD TANK REPLACEMENT RE-BID GARDEN CITY, N.Y. Specifications, Form of Bid, and other information may be obtained from the office of the Purchasing Division at the above address. Rosemary Monahan Purchasing Agent Dated: October 27, 2017 GC 0703 1X 10/27
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Kindergarden Girls
BlueBelles Emily Swanson Madison LAda Juliana Klocek
Strawberries Olivia Mastaglio Emily Jendras Morgan Van Schiock Pumpkins Winni Castro Willa Maher Norah Galenek Gray Seals Nora Audra Caitlyn Smurfs Jovana Marin Julie Murray Kate Sullivan Butterflies Natalie MAdden Emily Manna Caitlin OBrien Unicorn Charms Ava Nicolosi Eliza Conlon Sophia Espana Green Machine Madeline Carroll Clarabel Connolly Danica Drewes Gray Dolphins Bressana Botti Alexa Corrigan Kate Corrigan Pink Panthers Molly McKay Josie Minutoli
Kindergarten Boys
Team Jendras Chris Magnotta Dylan Vaillant Zachary Argenziano Team Hagopian Kieran Moon Liam Fortney Kelly Crofton Team Carey Brody Wolf Kieran McKay Ryan Carey
Team Kolenik William McCoyd Drew Moritz Nicolas Osorio Team Mohsenian Owen Mohsenian Finn Doherty Team Laufer Alexander Foley Taso Pourakis Team Hegmann Christopher Cilmi Ewan Kilkenny Nicholas Diconimakis Team Dengler Jackson Peters William Prager Matthew Ryan Team Lawless Chris Kasson Evan Persaud Eamon Miller Team Gorake Andrew Bailey Elliott Garte James Sardelis
First grade boys
Team Supper: Finn Crimmins Chris Pospisil Owen Novack
Team Donohue/Halsted: Michael Manley Timmy Henke
Second grade girls
Team 1 - Yellowjackets Caragh Smith Dempsey Smith Charlotte Clark Team 2 – The Golden Girls Maggie Clavin Sierra Skiadas Reese Smith Team 3 - The Terminators Emmy Read Kylie O’Leary Mariella Parlanti Team 4 Charlotte Kenny Madeline Schultz Susanna Phinney Team 5 – Killer Koyotes Ayden Eschmann Teagan Gately Ursula Gormley Team 6 – The Rockets Zoey Wood Finlay Newell Abbie Hogan Team 7 - The Stars Riley Stier Caroline Weber Fallon Grant Team 8 Pinkalicious Entire Team
Third grade girls
Team Schreier: Whole Team
France Elsa McQuade Madelyn Bley Meara Kilkenney
Team Ruoff/Herrera: Henry Campolettano and Caden Fowler
Canada Susanna Ryan Tara Mullowney
Team Kenna: Charles Tricarico James Sorohan Kyle Ring
Italy Samantha Racich Elizabeth Melgar
Team Leake: Jack Lewis Tucker Leake Team Mancuso: Ryan Mancuso James Santucci
England Phoebe Cooke Avery McDevitt Spain Elsie Ross Addison Santantonio
Team Hegarty/Reasoner: Whole Team
Ireland Ava Lisica Mia Schaltenbrand
Team Stimmler Owen Winter Gabriel Agnetti Ryan Chalupa
Team Regazzi/Williams: Sean Soper Finn Pizzi Doran Hanrahan
USA ElleJaye Cerrato Emma Rothschild May Paisley
Team Smith Hugh Garry Nicholas Gold
Team Smith/LaRosa: Philip Mariacher Davis McHugh
Germany Sienna Brunetti Isabella DENoto Leah DeRosa
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Email: Editor@GCNews.com From page 2 it’s time for the local landscapers to “dump” on Garden City. What I mean by “dump” is the placement of leaves, plant material, and grass clippings onto our streets. Garden City is probably only one of the few villages which allows this practice. The landscapers love it. They save in “tipping” fees at the local landfills. They probably “dump” debris, sitting on their trucks, from other towns right on our streets. No one will ever know since there is no way to monitor this practice. The allowed “dumping” of yard waste (which from my understanding is supposed to only be leaves, yet there are grass clippings and other materials) is not only unsightly, but dangerous. We, the residents of Garden City take great pains to insure our properties are kept in pristine condition. We pay for landscaping services and would like to see debris carted away and not left in front of the house. From the standpoint of dangerous, having been a volunteer fireman for over 42 years, I have seen my share of car fires, after one parks on a pile of leaves. Also, car and trucks speed through village and children playing in the leaf pile is not a good combination, along with the debris clogging the storm drains after a heavy rain. And if the pile is left in front of your home for a couple of weeks before the Village makes another sweep (usually every two-three weeks), good luck in finding parking. The Village will tell you that they need the “dumped” material for compost, to place around village trees and flower beds. Also, to allow local residents the availability to pick up a couple of pails worth and use on their properties. Last time I checked, of the 16 homes on my block, only one doesn’t use a landscaper and I have never seen them bring any compost from the village yard. Has the Village ever sat down and determined the cost of removing this debris from the streets? There is wear and tear on equipment and machinery, the wear and tear on our streets having to drive the dump trucks back and forth to the village yard, the labor costs, cost of fuel to operate the dump trucks and the leaf machines, the costs associated with moving all this compost around the village yard. I have a suggestion. In order to keep our street debris free, save on machinery and labor costs (which could be re-allocated to snow removal, which is more important and affects every village resident), reduce the chances of a dangerous occurrence, why not have the local landscapers drop off the debris at the village yard, only during the Fall season, and pay the permit fee, that we, the residents have to pay for dumping at the Village yard?
We will save money, have cleaner streets and avoid potentially dangerous conditions. Comments, questions, suggestions? Philip Falzone
Thank You
To our wonderful friends and neighbors in our Garden City Community, we would like to thank you all for the overwhelming amount of love and support with the loss of our beloved son and brother, Stephen Michael Pfail. He will always be remembered and his memories will live on forever. Don, Eileen, Brian and Erin Pfail
Sincere Gratitude
To the Editor: The members of the American Legion Auxiliary, Wm. B. Turner Unit No. 265 extend sincere gratitude to our village officials and local newspaper editors for your courtesies; and to Village residents, business affiliates, visitors and merchants for your enthusiasm and generous response to our Poppy Drive during the month of May. Be assured that your support of that campaign allows us to meet, directly, the needs of veterans and their families at our Northport VA Medical Center; and to join in the assistance of veterans and veterans groups in ways the government may not provide. Your generous intents are abided, as our unit functions only with volunteers. This fundamental premise ensures that funds are not applied to administrative salaries or human resource expenditures. You are a primary resource to assist the veterans and the veterans are direct recipients of the allocation of that resource. We are gratified by your respect and dedication on Memorial Day, as you share in the spirit of the veterans in our post and our Auxiliary members; and we look forward to joining with you and your loved ones as we honor all veterans on November 11th. Observe the day with this brief solemn ceremony at our Village memorial plaza on Seventh Street. Jacqueline Burdi Eltringham, Poppy Chairlady
Middle School administration failed
To the Editor: The Middle School administration is responsible for what happened to Liam O’Brien. They failed in their most basic duty to students - to provide a safe, non-hostile environment for learning. From our own experience, and accounts from other families, they have a history of covering up and “whitewashing” bullying complaints, thus empowering school bullies to continue. We filed four complaints , when our son was punched in the head in MS hallway 20x, and kicked in the ankle by another student, in a surprise attack,
causing a concussion and sprained ankle. (The boy apparently was upset over a completely false notion that the hockey rink was to be used by basketball players, and that it was my son’s idea.). The school admin lied and said there was no camera in the hall where the assault took place,- and everyone noticed the next day that the camera had been removed in that hallway. Despite overwhelming medical evidence, and witness reports, the school admin also stated that there was “no finding” of bullying, and this kid and his friends bragged about beating up our son and getting away with it in school. He and his friends continued to bully, and harass for over a year, attacking our house on several occasions, with eggs, bottles, screaming vulgarities at us, boasting that they got him in trouble by filing phony charges, stealing his lunch ID and pretending to be him and walking away without paying, so he would get punished, breaking into our garage, throwing eggs on our porch, slandering our son on social media, social media campaigns against him, anonymous text threats traced back to a parents phone from this group, threat-
ening my younger son in school, and on bus, and more -- every time we went to the MS admin with concrete evidence, witnesses, copies of texts the MS school admin always said there was “no finding” of bullying despite the overwhelming evidence. This group of kids were obsessively vindictive, and got away with it. Our son is a, social, athletic, smart kid - who never holds a grudge and loves to socialize --he’s rebounding well,, but he definitely lost part of his innocence, and sense of justice that year in the Middle School, when the adults entrusted to care for him, allowed these kids to harass, antagonize and hurt him, without consequence. The MS administration is responsible for what happened to poor Liam, and to my son and family, because they sent a message that violence and bullying against other students is OK. In a sense, the bullies are victims also, they are kids who learned they could get away with their hurtful actions without punishment - the school admin failed them also. Colleen Wende
School bullying at GCMS makes headlines
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the school’s locker rooms and hallways and on the soccer field at the school,” Warywoda said. He says the district did not properly monitor the incidents and places as the bullying was occurring from Liam’s fellow students onto the student. Moreover Warywoda says the incidents in the 2016-2017 school year went beyond the GCMS and school district administration, and the family and school had notified the Garden City Police Department. “The police were notified at the onset in the prior school year (2016-2017) when there was an incident that occurred (to Liam). There was really no cooperation then from the individuals who were doing the bullying. I don’t know how in-depth the investigation was but the GCPD did, what they said, was an investigation,” he explained. The GCPD will not be subject to any lawsuit brought from the O’Brien family. On Wednesday, October 25, as the school district observed its Unity Day and students wore bright orange t-shirts to school, some which read “#WeStandWithLiam” there was a noticeable Garden City Police presence in the vicinity of Garden City Middle School. Police Commissioner Kenneth Jackson stood at the entrance to St. Paul’s across Stewart Avenue from GCMS, with other members of the police department. Four police Ford vehicles
were parked at the municipal grounds across GCMS, until dismissal concluded and scores of children either walked home, started after-school sports or were picked up at GCMS by buses and parents. The O’Briens attorney tells the News Liam will not be able to return to Garden City Middle School. He would not speculate on the future of Liam’s educational endeavors whether in Garden City or another school, “as he’s still in the hospital and still receiving treatment.” Warywoda says he cannot estimate a ballpark figure for the amount the O’Briens will seek from GCUFSD in the lawsuit, but part of the damages sought would include medical expenses currently being incurred from Liam’s treatment, and any such related costs. He did confirm with the News that “it is absolutely” an undue hardship for the O’Brien family that their child cannot continue his education in Garden City’s school district. The timeline of when the O’Briens formal suit is prepared and published depends on GCUFSD’s internal investigation into Liam’s alleged incidents. “Pursuant to a statute we have to allow the school district to do an investigation before we can bring a lawsuit. The family is taking it one day at a time as their main goal now is getting their See page 62
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GC Soccer Super Senior Sendoff
Senior Captain Melissa Whitney with a perfect pass into the box! Last week the GC girls soccer team had an awesome win over Lynbrook by a score of 4-2 on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Senior Dayâ&#x20AC;? which was a fitting way to end their regular season and super sendoff to its seniors who have all worked so hard this year to make it a success. It was no surprise that Senior Captains Jackie Morris, Julia Kavan and Melissa Whitney led the team to victory with their speed and determination on attack and in the midfield throughout the game. Jackie, who has been an offensive machine on the team with 14 goals and 3 assists this season, started the scoring early and led the team with two goals in the first half and one in the second for the hat trick. Julia Kavan and Melissa Whitney each added an assist and Sophomore speedster, Mary Haggerty had a goal and an assist to round out the scoring. Seniors Ava Prime, Claire Haggerty and Meghan Galligan, along with Juniors
Senior Goalie Alexa Pyatsky had an amazing game against Mepham with 16 saves! Erin Studdert, Kara Metzler , Gracie McManus, Daniella Mejia and Maggie Connolly were relentless in their hustle in the midfield to gain possession and create opportunities for their teammates. On defense Seniors Julia Choi and Siobhan Coen, Junior Erin Healy and Freshman standout Kelly Brennan were near perfect in holding their ground and keeping Lynbrook out of scoring position and protecting goal keepers Alexa Pyatsky and Cate Schick throughout the game. Young guns Angelina Suau and Jessica Yoo had their chances up front, with support from Brooke Zarou, Megan Monaco, Katherine Staub, Tara Fenty, Claire McGuire and Katie Boccafola in the backfield. After the win the team and their parents celebrated the Super Seniors with balloons, posters and gifts at a post game party which ended with words of
Super Seniors (left to right): Cate Schick, Captain Deanna Weisenburger, Captain Melissa Whitney, Megan Galligan, Captain Jackie Morris, Siobhan Coen, Captain Julia Kavan, Claire Haggerty, Julia Choi, Ava Prime, and Alexa Pyatsky.
Senior Captain Julia Kavan works the ball upfield against Lynbrook. appreciation from the underclassman to the seniors and Coach Heedles and Coach McCauley for their guidance, leadership, determination and friendship throughout the season and for the memories that will last a lifetime. For the seniors their hopes of making it to Counties ended under a grey sky and on a rain soaked Warren King Field this past Tuesday, October 24th, when they fell short to Mepham in the first round of the playoffs. Jackie
Senior Captain Jackie Morris heading in one of her three goals in the game... hat trick!!! Morris found the back of the net twice and Alexa Pyatsky had 16 saves in the match, but it was not enough to stop the undefeated Pirates from advancing to the next round. Sorely missed were Senior Captain Deanna Weisenburger and Junior Annie Sullivan who were sidelined with injuries. Good luck to the Seniors and thank you for the memories!!! GO GC!!!!
Seniors with their Posters (back row, left to right): Catherine Conway, Claire Haggerty, Megan Galligan, Deanna Weisenburger, Julia Choi, Cate Schick, Gabby Degis (Front row, left to right): Jackie Morris, Alexa Pyatsky, Melissa Whitney, Siobhan Coen, Ava Prime and Julia McNally.
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The Garden City Girls Varsity Field Hockey team made winning look easy as they finished number one in their conference at the end of the regular season play. Senior captains Chrissy Giannone, Jenn Medjid, and Ann Sullivan led the girls to a 12-1 season, 11-0 in conference play, earning them the top seed and a bye for the county quarterfinals. On Thursday, October 12, the Garden City girls shocked Cold Spring Harbor with a 3-0 victory. Earlier in the season, the Trojans and the Seahawks met and played scoreless until double overtime when sophomore Kylie Tierney broke the tie in the shoot-out, clinching the Garden City win. This time, however, was a different story. Early in the first half, freshman Lizanne Griffith capitalized on an assist from senior Jenn Medjid and made it 1-0. The Trojans gained more confidence when juniors Liana McDonnell and Jen Kubler created opportunities for the offense. Grace Kelly hit the backboard, making it 2-0. When junior Caitlin Cook sunk an assist from Kelly, the Trojans knew there was little chance for a CSH come back. The rest of the story belongs to senior goalie, Ann Sullivan, who, for the second time this season, shut out the Seahawks with 6 heroic saves. As the rest of Garden City celebrated its Homecoming on Saturday,
Kylie Tierney masters ball control
October 14, Homecoming Queen Lauren Durand was in Northport leading her team to a 5-1 victory against the Tigers. With strong defense by seniors Durand, Giannone, Julia Kaval, Kerry McHugh, Kiernan Monaco, and junior Emily Quinn, goalie Sullivan only needed to make two saves. Two goals by junior Ella Heaney, and one a piece by Amanda Cerrato, Kelly, and senior Miller Overbeck as well as aggressive offense by Olivia Ostrowski earned the Trojans another victory on the road. Finally, in their last game of the regular season, the Trojans beat Carle Place 2-0 in an away game under the lights on Monday, October 16. As Carle Place tried to find the net, they could not get any shots by goalie Sullivan who made 7 saves, her most in a conference game this season. With goals by Cook and freshman Sarah Kilcommons, the Trojans earned their position on top of the rankings. For the GCHS Varsity Field Hockey team, the regular season is somewhat of a warm-up; it’s the post season that gets their adrenaline pumping. “Going into post-season play, we have a lot of momentum,” explains Captain Sullivan. “It all started with our loss against Darien. From then, we’ve been focusing on getting in better shape and expecting more from ourselves. We have all the
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Goalie captain Ann Sullivan and her fearless defenders Julia Kaval and captain Chrissy Giannone. ingredients for another successful post season.” A successful post season has become a tradition in Garden City Field Hockey. In fact, since 1982, Garden City has won all but four Nassau County Field Hockey Championships. In the past 22 years, Garden City has won the Long Island Championship 17 times, and the
Caitlin Cook always first to the ball!
New York State championship 6 times. 2017 could be the 7th! Please come out and cheer on the team as they play in the Nassau County Championship at Adelphi tomorrow at 3pm. Hey Red!
Bella Ottomanelli leads the offense
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Thunder 11’s remain resilient
The Thunder 11s played a tough game Sunday against a very good Massapequa team. At points it was very physical game, but the boys showed resiliency in never giving up and many forced to play positions they are not familiar with. Thunder hung in with the Mustangs with touchdowns scored by Kieran Heaney and Andrew Ottomanelli, but in the end the scoreboard did not reflect
their efforts. The Thunder 11s need a win in the final week to assure a spot in the playoffs. Coaches are already hard at work on a game plan for their game against East Rockaway this Sunday at 1:30pm at the Garden City High School. Come down and cheer on the players for the last regular season home game of their Thunder Football careers!
Brady Paskewitz protects his QB
Game Captains – Andrew Schlipf, Patrick Scarantino and Matthew Reilly
Thunder 11s – Team Paskewitz
Xander Palmer leads the Thunder offense
Patrick Scarantino – Thunder Ready
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Brian Knapp runs the ball
Jordon McDonald runs for a 1st down
Jack McGinley (#20) leads Special Teams
The Thunder D Line
GCAA Intramural Basketball online registration now open GCAA is proud to announce that intramural basketball online registration for the 2017-2018 season is now available at www.gc-aa.com (click basketball, click registration button on home page). Please register early to lock in the rates of $75 for the K/1st grade clinics and $115 for intramural games (2nd - 8th grades.) Late Fees of $25 will apply after October 31st. The GCAA intramural basketball season starts on Saturday, December 2nd and runs thru early March. The season concludes with Championship Saturday on March 10th, 2018. GCAA intramural basketball expects over 800 participants (boys + girls) and at least
Kieran Heaney’s touchdown run
64 teams again this year, and is held on Saturdays at St. Paul’s. GCAA rosters, schedules, standings, and clinics are easy to follow via the GCAA website (www.gc-aa.com). GCAA also runs a Challenger Program for the physically and mentally challenged with over 100 participants each year. Feel free to reach out to any of the GCAA dedicated volunteers below: Directors George Liberopoulos (gliberopoulos@yahoo.com) and Mike DeLuca (mdeluca42@gmail.com) Grade Coordinators: Kindergarten Clinic (Boys and Girls) - Tom Ryan (tom.ryan@broadridge.
com) 1st Grade Clinic (Boys and Girls) - Ted Gray (teddygray_99@yahoo.com) 2nd Grade Boys - Andy Kraus (andy. kraus68@gmail.com) 3rd Grade Boys - Bill O’Donohue (hour4boys@yahoo.com) 4th Grade Boys - Andy Kraus (andy. kraus68@gmail.com) 5th Grade Boys Ed Kneafsey (emkneafsey@optonline.net) 6th Grade Boys - George Liberopoulos (gliberopoulos@yahoo.com) 7th/8th Grade Boys - Scott Paskewitz (scottpask5@hotmail.com) 2nd/3rd Grade Girls - TBD 4th/5th/6th Grade Girls - JJ Morris (jjmorris@benchmarkcompany.com) 7th/8th Grade Girls - Jeff Lawlor (jefflawlor@optonline.net) Our anticipated schedule for the 2017-2018 season (Saturdays beginning December 2nd) will be as follows: 8 - 9:00 AM, Kindergarten and 1st Grade Clinics (Boys and Girls)
9 - 10:00 AM, 2nd Grade Boys Games 10 - 11:00 AM, 2nd/3rd Grade Girls Games 11 - 12:00 PM, 3rd Grade Boys Games 12 - 1:30 PM, 4th Grade Boys Games 1:30 - 3:00 PM, 5th Grade Boys Games 3 - 4:30 PM, 4th/5th/6th Grade Girls Games 4:30 - 6:00 PM, 6th Grade Boys Games 7th/8th Grade Boys Games time varies (Saturday afternoons, Friday nights, other weeknights possible) 7th/8th Grade Girls Games time varies (Saturday afternoons, Friday nights, other weeknights possible) Feel free to contact either George Liberopoulos (gliberopoulos@yahoo. com) or Mike DeLuca (mdeluca42@ gmail.com) with any questions regarding the GCAA intramural basketball program. Thanks for your continued support of GCAA basketball.
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The Dust Bowl: Thunder 9’s at Rosedale
Thunder 9 offensive line holds back the Rosedale defense.
Matt Uhoda (#22) and Chase Kraus (#26) ground the Jets’ flight.
Thunder 9s had a Dust Bowl reenactment on Rosedale’s home turf. Aside from the obvious dust flying about, it also caused the Great Depression, because the score did not reflect the dominant team. Co-captains James Sullivan, Alexander Lo Russo and Chris Dell called the coin toss in the air, then it landed with a puff of dirt. Thunder’s D-line was eager to keep the Jets grounded. Will Mattice was airborne while averting running backs. Resounding tackles were made by Angelo Cupani, James Logler,
and Matt Uhoda. Rosedale squeaked out one first down, but they never saw the line of scrimmage and returned possession on their own 40-yard line. Center Mike Griffin led a hungry offense to the field. James Sullivan and Merit Ruckh took hand-offs from quarterback Ryan Haniffy, but they left the field high and dry with a gutsy 4th and 8 attempt. Matt Uhoda clipped the wings of a speeding Jet on the 20-yard line. Garvis Toler and Patrick Corrigan kept the line of scrimmage an unreachable spot
on the horizon. The last play resulted in a scrum, with clouds of dirt like Peanuts’ Pig Pen, to return possession on Thunder’s own 15-yard line. A starving offense had to eat up lost yardage, and they brought their appetites. Thomas Gamba and Chase Kraus created a hole to allow Merit Ruckh have a touchdown run of a lifetime! Garden City - 6, Rosedale - 0. Rosedale was on a heat-seeking mission, because they lost yardage with several calls against the Rosedale coach. Gabe Cohen and Chris Dell robbed them of a breakaway run. Gregory Buccella and James Sullivan kept them at 3rd and 3. However, the Jets reached the 35-yard line only to have Will Mattice swoop in. Angelo Cupani didn’t give the running back anywhere to go for 2nd and 13. Garvis Toler and Mark
James Sullivan (#18), Will Mattice (#16), and Conor Fortney (#31) are running like dust in the wind.
Gemmell chased a Jet out of bounds for 3rd and 10. Then a Jet broke free to the 10-yard line. James Logler didn’t give an inch for 2nd and 10. Conor Fortney was stingy to allow only a 3-yard gain for 3rd down. The Jets barely earned a touchdown with Jimmy Barry and Justin Baiker hot on their heels. The extra point was the same. Garden City 6, Rosedale - 7. After the half-time pep talk, Thor Ullrich and Alex Giuffre were rumbling to get back on the scoreboard. Merit Ruckh looked like a bull in a ring kicking up dust as he ran for 40 yards! However, the dust settled and Thunder could not convert into a touchdown. The brick and mortar defense of Max Milano and Alex LoRusso constructed an impenetrable wall. The Jets never saw an inch past the line of scrim-
The Jets closed the runway and shut down the lights when they took the victory stance for the remaining seconds of the game. When the dust settled, the Jets realized Thunder was a formidable foe. “Write your injuries in dust, your benefits in marble.” - Benjamin Franklin. Thunder 9s left the field stronger, more resilient, and much dirtier. The last game of the regular season is Sunday against Seaford Broncos. Horses are spooked by Thunder, just in time for Halloween! Go Thunder!!!
Thunder 9 coaching staff: Haniffy, Buccella, Levelis, Sullivan, and Walsh motivated the team during the halftime pep talk
Phys Ed teacher inducted into Hall of Fame
Crystal Boyd-Logue, (right) holding her Hall of Fame Induction trophy with Garden City’s Athletic Director Dawn Cerrone Stewart School Physical Education teacher Crystal Boyd-Logue was inducted into the Nassau County High School Athletics Hall of Fame during an induction ceremony on September 27th at the Crest Hollow Country Club. Ms. Boyd-Logue was inducted for her outstanding career in softball, having been named Nassau County’s Most Valuable Player in 1990 and the first Nassau County inductee into the New York State Softball Hall of Fame. She
When the dust cleared, the end zone appeared for Merit Ruckh (#24)”
played professional softball after high school and college, where she was a three-time All Star and the batting and homerun champion of 1998 with the “Georgia Pride” team. Crystal has been a physical education teacher in Garden City for the past 20 years. She teaches classes at Stewart School and coaches Girls Varsity Tennis, Boys Varsity Bowling, and the seventh grade Boys Volleyball team.
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mage and quickly returned the ball to Thunder on their own 20-yard line. It was James Sullivan’s turn to leave a trail of dust 40-yards long, but the next play resulted in an unfortunate fumble. Timothy Levelis and Justin Baiker held strong for an up-the-middle attempt to 2nd and 9. Will Mattice prevented any gains beyond that point. For Thunder’s last attempt, Ryan Haniffy confidently handed the ball to Merit Ruckh who ran for 25 yards to the 15-yard line. However, traction could not be sustained on the crumbling field.
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54 For their final home game this season, the Thunder 8’s refused to lose. The East Rockaway Raiders’ invasion of Community Park’s turf was short lived. It didn’t take long for Thomas Bacich to find the end zone after a 30-yard run and Joseph Ottomanelli’s extra-point conversion made it 7-0. Though the Raiders did respond with
Thunder 8’s raid the end zone
a TD and extra point to tie at 7-7, that’s the only time they would cross the pylon. Thunder ‘D’ was tough and on point. Owen Sack led the charge, with Kyle Glosman, Vincent Lattuca, Noah Lau, Liam Hanrahan and Ryan Jendras teaming up for some exciting defensive tackling. After a turnover on downs, it took just
two plays, first Anthony Asaro’s 30-yard run and then Joseph Ottomanelli’s 30-yard TD score, with a Bacich extra point conversion to make it 14-7 at the half. The Raiders refused to give up but again were met with the defense talents of James Schiraldi, Oliver Gibson and Mack Whalen to continue Thunder dominance in the second half. Maximo
Siragusa scored on a 20-yard run to make it 20-7 and Thunder never looked back. Thunder 8’s and their fan club get to sleep in this coming Sunday and will be well-rested for our next game at Farmingdale at 4:00 p.m. Go Thunder!
Joseph Ottomanelli (#31) leaves his defenders in the dust.
Maximo Siragusa (#24) breaks away from the pack.
Thunder defense at work!
Owen Sack (#88), Mack Whalen (#47), James Butt (#25), Brett McGowan (#54), Jackson Castellanos (#61), and Vincent Lattuca (#71) are ready to celebrate.
Thomas Bacich (3) puts Thunder on the board.
James Schiraldi (#38), Ryan Jendras (#66), Luke Agrippina (#92), and Kyle Glosman (#19) thank GC Spirit with flowers and candy.
October 27, 2017
Fall Getaway in the Great Northern Catskills: Hiking the Hudson River School Art Trail
The view of Kaaterskill Clove, Hudson River School Art Trail Site #4, one of the most painted scenes, with the marker that compares the scene to Asher B. Durand’s 1866 painting © 2017 Karen Rubin/ goingplacesfarandnear.com
My three-day fall getaway in the Great Northern Catskills of New York exploring the Hudson River School Art Trail starts before I even arrive at the historic Fairlawn Inn, in Hunter (see 10/13, 10/20). Taking advantage of the time of day and beautiful weather, I stop at the parking lot on 23A for the trailhead to Kaaterskill Falls, where you get an amazing view of Kaaterskill Clove (HRSAT Site #4). You gaze out over the gorge where mountain peaks seem to thread together and compare the scene today to the way it is depicted by Hudson River School artist Asher B. Durand’s 1866 painting. The trees are just beginning to turn colors (the peak is usually around Columbus Day weekend), but I swear that the same tree, already crimson, is the same red tree in the painting, also depicting an early fall scene. It’s a short walk along 23A (watch out for cars on the winding narrow road) to the trailhead for one of my favorite hikes, Kaaterskill Falls (HRSAT Site #5), a stunning scene that looks remarkably just as depicted in an 1835 painting by Thomas Cole, known as the father of the Hudson River School. “It is the voice of the landscape for it strikes its own chords, and rocks and mountains re-echo in rich unison,” Cole (who was also a poet and essayist) wrote. The Kaaterskill Falls were a favorite subject of many of the Hudson River School painters and for me, is the quintessential combination of stunning scenery plus the
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physical pleasure of the hike – half-mile up to the base of the double-falls, then another half-mile to the top. The two-tiered Kaaterskill Falls, 175 and 85 feet, is the highest in New York State and was described by James Fenimore Cooper in “The Pioneers” which Thomas Cole, a friend of Cooper’s illustrated. The waterfalls, usually rushing, are just a trickle after a long dryspell, but the hike is still absolutely fantastic – just enough challenge (I love my walking sticks) – and means you can get much closer than you might if the falls were fuller. You make it to the base of the double-falls. Last time I hiked the trail, there were barriers and warnings not to go higher because it was so steep and dangerous (people have died!), but
since then, there are staircases so you can hike to the very top. (There is also access to the top from other trails and nearby Laurel House Road parking lot above). I climb up and take a cut-off to the bottom of the high falls where there is a pool of water. Though it is already autumn on the calendar, it is as hot as a summer’s day – record heat in fact, close to 90 degrees – and people are in the shallow pool. The ledges are beautiful and you get a wonderful view back down the valley. Another half-mile climb (another new staircase gets you up the steepest part) brings me to a winding forest trail that wraps around the hilltop to the very top of the falls. I cross a bridge over what would usually be rushing water. You can look back to the steep drop of the falls, back to the valley – just as Thomas Cole and the artists would have
seen it. There is a viewing platform which looks back at the falls, bookended by trees just beginning to turn into their kaleidoscope of fall colors (the peak is traditionally around Columbus Day). There is a small trail through the woods to the very top of the falls. Signs admonish hikers that climbing the ledges beside Kaaterskill Falls is extremely dangerous, and has resulted in numerous injuries and deaths. But the falls are not flowing when I come, so I get to walk on the ledges, giving me really nervous view straight down and beyond, to the Valley and letting me look at the carved initials and graffiti from the 1920s and 30s, some even from the 1800s. You feel a sense of kindred spirit with those who have passed through and passed on. You feel the height and the proximity to the drop off, and it makes your heart flutter. Later, you will recognize the view in Thomas Cole’s paintings and imagine how he must have stood in this precise place where you are standing. It is a half-mile to the base, and another half- mile to the top of the falls, for a total of 2 miles roundtrip. There are some scrambles and it is uphill almost all the way (walking sticks are really recommended), and is thoroughly fantastic. I’ve taken my time, really savoring the views and the scenes and the smells, and the couple of miles hiking have taken about 2 1/2 hours. (The parking lot is just west of the trailhead and across 23A, so you park and walk back along the road, being very careful. Haines Falls NY 12436, 518-
589-5058, 800-456-2267). I set out along 23A toward Hunter and the Fairlawn Inn. Hudson River School Art Trail Hikes in North-South Campground For my second day, after an amazing breakfast at the Fairlawn Inn, I head to North-South Campground, where there are several of the Hudson River School of Art Trail hikes (as well as many other hiking trails) – the lake itself depicted in paintings such as Thomas Cole’s “Lake with Dead Trees,” 1825, (HRSAT Site #6). I take the longer and wonderfully more challenging (only moderately strenuous) hike which brings you to such spots as Artist’s Rock, Sunset Rock and Newman’s Ledge (you can continue to North Point). Other hikes bring you to Boulder Rock, the Catskill Mountain House (HRSAT Trail Site #8) and Laurel House sites. The hike to Sunset Rock (HRSAT Trail Site #7) begins along the wellmarked blue trail (you cut off to the yellow trail to Sunset Rock) that mostly wraps around the ledges, with the amazing views that so enthralled the artists of the Hudson River Valley. Close to the beginning is a fairly interesting scramble, then the trail winds through the woods along side fabulous rock formations before coming out again to the ledges. You reach Artists Rock at about .4 miles. Continuing on, you look for the yellow trail marker to Sunset Rock. I continue on to Newman’s Point but overshoot and head up some
Taking in the view of the Hudson River Valley from Sunset Rock, a cherished site Kaaterskill Falls, a favorite subject of the Hudson River School painters © 2017 for Thomas Cole and the Hudson River School artists © 2017 Karen Rubin/ goingKaren Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com placesfarandnear.com
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challenging scrambles before turning back (the trail to North Point continues for another mile). I am delighted with myself to have gone what I estimate was an extra .4. Back at the North-South Lake (it’s taken me about three hours taking my time), people are swimming in the ridiculously unseasonably hot (near 90) weather. I look for a relatively easy trail and find just a short distance away, Mary’s Glen trail to Ashley’s Falls (alas, the falls are all but completely dried up when I come). This is an ideal trail for families with small children who want to avoid hiking near open ledges. You go through a lovely wooded glen alongside a beaver meadow and stream to a deeply forested cascade, Ashley’s Falls. This day, though, there is no cascade. (just .6 mile roundtrip). Mary’s Glen trail can also be the entrance to a difficult hike, to North Point, a distance of 3.2 miles with 840 feet ascent. It is a mostly moderate climb but has some short, steep scrambles over rock, but you come to large open slabs and expansive vistas at North Point, a 3,000 ft. elevation with some of the most distant views.)
On my last visit, I did a wonderful hike to the site of the Catskill Mountain House (HRSAT Site #8), one of the earliest tourist hotels. The majestic hotel, which was opened in 1823 and accommodated 400 guests a night (Presidents Arthur and Grant were among those who stayed here), burned down in 1963 but the view that attracted visitors still remains as one of the most magnificent panoramas in the region, and can be compared to Frederic Church’s “Above the Clouds at Sunrise” (1849). It is fun to see the initials carved into the stone ledges from more than a century ago. The Mountain House began drawing thousands of guests each season from all over the country as well as from abroad, who came not just for the cooler, healthier climate but for what had already become one of the most renowned natural panoramas in the young nation: the valley 1,600 feet below, stretching east to the Taconic Mountains and the Berkshires, with the silvery thread of the Hudson visible for 60 miles from north to south. On a clear day, you can see five states – Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont and New York.
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The view from Sunset Rock, immortalized by artist Thomas Cole, the father of the Hudson River School, America’s first art movement, is much the same today © 2017 Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com The hike is just a half-mile with only an 80-foot ascent. There is a $10/car day use fee for the NYS DEC’s North-South Lake
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Springing something special loose on Halloween! BY CLAIRE LYNCH The following is a fictional story... or is it? When my parents announced that they would be going away for the weekend to celebrate their wedding anniversary and that we would be staying with neighbors, we were glad. Each of us had our own friends to stay with and the idea of a 2-day sleepover sounded like fun. What they didn’t tell us until later was that they were boarding our two dogs, Lucy and Louie, in the Bark-aRoo, a mile away, because they said we wouldn’t be able to walk them, water them or feed them properly. Plus, they didn’t want to take any chance that Lucy and Louie would slip out of their leashes and run away. One time a few months prior Phil was going to take Louie out for a walk but he opened the door before leashing him and Louie was out the door in a flash. Fortunately Louie didn’t go too far but my parents didn’t want to see that repeated. But back to my story. My brother Phil and I didn’t like the sound of the Bark-a-Roo. We had heard things about it – that it was cold, that it was impersonal – enough to know that Lucy and Louie wouldn’t like it one bit. Whether it was for two days or two months, we knew they wouldn’t like
it. They would rather be home with us. Plus it just happened to be Halloween the day they left and we had a feeling that the Bark-a-Roo would be a hopping place. Watching my mom and dad loading their bags into the car, Phil, who was 12, and I, who was 9, looked at each other. We had tossed a few ideas around and came up with a plan to get to Lucy, a terrier, and Louie, a spaniel. After our parents left we went to stay with our friends. Phil was staying at Pete’s place and I was staying with Lizzy, a classmate friend of mine. We each announced that we were going out trick-or-treating and Phil and I met at the corner of Burtis St. and Morris Ave. We had put on some Halloween costumes but they weren’t too elaborate since we were more concerned about Lucy and Louie than we were about trick-or-treating and collecting candy. Phil dressed as a hobo and I dressed all in black and put on a rakish hat. As we walked to the Bark-a-Roo we saw lots of kids dressed in their Halloween costumes. There was Batman, Batwoman, a clown and a tin man. Phil’s friend Jason jumped out at us from a house where he had been trick-or-treating. He was dressed as Dracula and was swinging around his bag of treats so he startled us at first. Phil jumped back, gasped and then
yelled, “Jason, why are you jumping out at us like that?” Jason said, “It’s Halloween, Phillip boy. Lighten up!” We didn’t lighten up because we were focused on our mission and we didn’t want to tell Jason where we were headed. We wanted to see Lucy and Louie – in fact, we were on a mission for Lucy and Louie. We went our way and Jason continued trick-or-treating with his friends. As we approached the Bark-a-Roo we heard lots of howling. They were loud, plaintive howls. That didn’t sound good. Opening the front door, a receptionist greeted us with a cheery “May I help you?” and together Phil and I offered her a Happy Halloween. Phil made some small talk with the woman and smiled his cutest smile at the woman. In just a minute she was called to the
back. Rushing to the kennels, we saw cage after cage of dogs. They were lined up one after the other. Other cages held cats. There were gray cats, brown striped cats, gray and white cats, and black cats. I saw a Persian cat and a Siamese – in short, there were plenty of cats. The place may have been called the Bark-aRoo but it certainly housed a lot of cats. The Bark-a-Roo was cold and it was definitely impersonal. It wasn’t my idea of cozy and when I whispered, “This place isn’t real cool” to Phil, he agreed with me. A realistic-looking witch with a tall, pointy black hat stood in the corner and a scarecrow stood, or slouched basically, in another corner of the room. We looked into one cage after anothSee page D6
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My Annual COLA Column BY TOM MARGENAU
Most people reading this column have probably heard the government announcement that Social Security checks will go up next year because of the automatic inflation-adjustment rules built into the law. But how much will they go up? Well, here are two headlines I read that answer the question in very different ways. First, there was this one: “Social Security recipients to get largest increase in six years.” And then there was this one: “Senior citizens pegged to get another miserly increase.” Sounds like those headlines were reporting two different stories, doesn’t it? But they weren’t. The article accompanying each headline correctly pointed out that Social Security beneficiaries will get a 2 percent increase next year. But how you view that 2 percent is obviously in the eye (and the politics) of the beholder. Over the many years I have been writing this column, I have probably explained the history of the politics and policies associated with Social Security’s annual cost of living adjustment, or COLA, a hundred times. Well, here comes No. 101! For the first 37 years of the program, Social Security recipients didn’t get annual increases in their checks. They got very sporadic benefit hikes only when Congress deemed them necessary. But in 1972, Congress decided to make automatic adjustments to Social Security checks the law. And that law says the annual COLA is based on the increase in the Consumer Price Index as measured by the Department of Labor. Back in the 1970s, inflation was running in double digits, so Social Security recipients were getting annual increases in the 10 to 14 percent range. But for the past 10 years or so, the rate of inflation has been at some of its steadily lowest levels in history. That of course is normally good news. I don’t think anyone wants to return to the times when inflation was rampant. But low inflation does mean low annual Social Security increases. So on the one hand, 2 percent is rather “miserly,” as one headline noted. But as the other headline pointed out, it is the highest boost in many years. And here is an interesting sidelight to the COLA history story. If we were still following the original Social Security COLA law passed in 1972, there would be no increase this year. In fact, there wouldn’t have been an increase in the last 10 years! Why? Well, when automatic annual cost of living increases were first introduced, the law said that a COLA would only be granted in any given year if inflation, again as measured by the CPI, was 3 percent or more for the prior year. Back then, inflation was always running at way more than 3 percent per year, so no one gave that provision much thought. But then in the mid-1980s, the government finally got a handle on inflation, and the numbers started going down. In 1986, the CPI measured inflation at 1.3 percent. Because that was under the 3 percent cut
off point, no Social Security increase was scheduled. Well, you can maybe guess what happened. Social Security beneficiaries went into an uproar. They demanded some form of compensation from their government leaders. Politicians panicked. And sure enough, the requirement that the CPI go up by at least 3 percent was immediately rescinded and seniors got their 1.3 percent COLA increase, and have been getting annual increases ever since, no matter how low the inflation rate is. And here is another interesting historical footnote about COLAs that demonstrates the power of the senior citizen lobby in this country. In other words, when seniors say “more,” Congress says “how much more?” The 1972 COLA law specified that Social Security recipients would get an increase beginning the following year for inflation measured in the prior year. So for example, when inflation was measured at 8 percent in 1974, beneficiaries started getting an 8 percent increase in their January 1975 checks. Here is the problem with that. As most of you know, Social Security checks are paid one month in arrears. In other words, the January Social Security check is paid in February. Well, seniors didn’t like waiting that extra month for their Social Security increase and they demanded the law be changed. And sure enough, Congress changed it. So for many years now, the law has said that you get the increase beginning with the December check (payable in January). So the current batch of 61 million Social Security beneficiaries will get a 2 percent increase beginning with their December 2017 check - paid in January 2018. Having said and explained all that, I will now wait for my email inbox to be crammed with messages complaining about the stinginess of the 2 percent increase. It happens every year. People will tell me that their rent has gone up, their grocery bills have gone up, their utility charges have gone up -- all at more than a 2 percent rate. “So how can the government tell me I am only due a 2 percent increase in my Social Security?” And yet, many economists agree that the CPI measurement used for the Social Security COLA actually overstates inflation for senior citizens. That is why one of the commonly suggested long-range reform proposals for Social Security is a reduction in the annual COLA amount. I can count on one hand the number of Social Security beneficiaries I’ve talked to over the years who think that is a good idea. Finally, other automatic adjustments to Social Security provisions will take place in January. And these changes are not based on inflation, as measured by the CPI. Instead, they are based on increases in the average national wage. For example, the maximum amount of income subject to Social Security tax goes up from $127,200 to $128,700. And the amount of money a Social Security beneficiary under age 66 can earn with no reductions in his or her benefits increases to $17,040 next year, compared to $16,920 in 2017.
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that descends from high country peaks to Durham Valley farmland., affording views that stretch across the Hudson River Valley to summits in four New England states. Then take an excursion along Mountain Clove, a byway that meanders through ravines, historic districts, and waterfalls. In fact, one of the best foliage views in New York State, Innkeeper Chuck Tomajko
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Antiquing is a popular activity in the Great Northern Catskills. A colonial chair from Philadelphia which could have been used by George Washington, and two chairs owned by the woman who introduced Mary Todd to Abraham Lincoln, among the treasures at the Hunter Antique Mall © 2017 Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com photographs of all the sites on the Hudson River School Art Trail at www. hudsonriverschool.org. Other Ways to Experience Fall in the Catskills Those who prefer driving to experience fall foliage will find two National Scenic Byways in the Great Northern Catskills: a 21-mile route
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Springing something special loose on Halloween! C ontinued from page D3 A realistic-looking witch with a tall, pointy black hat stood in the corner and a scarecrow stood, or slouched basically, in another corner of the room. We looked into one cage after another for Lucy and Louie and it didn’t take us long to find them. Both of them had their heads down on their paws and were resting in those cages of theirs. I imagined both of them were thinking, “Get me out of here.” I don’t know if they heard us first or saw us first but once Lucy and Louie knew it was us, they immediately started wagging their tails and smiling in that adorable doggie type of smile they flashed so easily. We knew it well. They gave us a short, happy “hello” bark. Their eyes followed our every movement. Phil and I each picked up the key to their cages and grabbed the leash that was hanging on a hook. Opening the
door, we leashed them quickly, lifted them out of their cages and headed for the back door. Our hearts were beating wildly because we were terrified that we would get caught. Phil was three steps ahead of me with Louie so he pushed the back metal door open forcefully, held it for me, and all four of us – Phil, Lucy, Louie and I – walked out quickly. The door banged shut with a clang and we were off. It was dark out but Phil used a flashlight he had brought along to guide us. He was so serious about it that I almost thought that he was acting like a detective. He shined it here and he shined it there. Plus we knew the back roads to get home like we knew the backs of our hands so we walked purposefully. Phil looked back at the Bark-a-Roo at one point but he said no one was chasing us. I was glad because all we wanted was to go home for Halloween with our loveable pets.
I knew this was an adventure that someday we would talk about over and over. It was sure to become one of those infamous “family stories.” After letting ourselves into our house with the spare key and giving Lucy and Louie some water and special Halloween treats made specifically for dogs, Phil and I made ourselves some cups of hot chocolate which we topped off with some good amounts of whipped cream. We went into the living room and plopped onto the couch. Grabbing the remote, we put on our favorite TV show and watched Lucy and Louie as they made themselves comfortable on the floor. Relaxing over our piping hot cups of hot chocolate, we dug into a bag of chocolate chip cookies and started wondering out loud how soon the Barka-Roo would notice that Lucy and Louie were gone. We figured the only phone number the Bark-a-Roo had for mom and dad was our home phone number, so we knew that we had a couple of days to enjoy before mom and dad found out that Lucy and Louie had been set free and were comfortably at home. Our only dilemma was this: How would I go back to Lizzy’s house with Lucy? And how would Phil go back to Pete’s house with Louie? Pete’s parents and Lizzy’s parents would probably see us entering their homes with our dogs in tow. As we finished drinking our hot chocolate and eating the chocolate chip cookies, we came up with another plan that we hoped would work. It had to work. I would smuggle Lucy the terrier into Lizzy’s house and up into her bedroom. Since she was small, about 5 pounds, I could sneak her in and out of their house in an oversized handbag that I had. Whenever Lucy had to be walked, I’d just place her in my handbag and off we’d go. Phil said that he could smuggle Louie, about 9 pounds, into Pete’s house. He knew that they had a den on the first floor that Pete’s parents didn’t use much and that would work perfectly. We both agreed to grab extra blankets and pillows at our friends’ houses so Lucy and Louie would be comfortable until all of us returned home on Sunday. That Halloween weekend when I was a kid had many twists and turns. It wasn’t spooky as much as it was surprising. Jason aka Dracula surprised us all when he jumped out at us while trick-or-treating. Mom and dad surprised us by putting Lucy and Louie in the Bark-a-Roo while they went off to enjoy their wedding anniversary weekend. We could tell that Lucy and Louie
were ecstatic that we had sprung them loose. Lucy snuggled in bed with me at night and Phil said that Louie slept at the foot of his bed. The day after Halloween we took Lucy and Louie out to the park. Pete and Lizzy joined us and we had fun tossing around a couple of frisbees and frolicking in the fresh autumn air. Phil and I certainly surprised Pete and Lizzy when we arrived at their places with Lucy and Louie but they were good sports about it and actually enjoyed being part of our scheme. They agreed that it was for a good cause. Lucy and Louie stretched out and were quite comfortable in their temporary homes. Indoors Pete and Lizzy played with our dogs so that weekend our pets made some new human friends. Pete said that he had always wanted a dog of his own but up until then his parents had said no. He added that he had had his heart set on a larger dog like a Golden retriever or a German shepherd but his dad emphatically had said no. His dad added that they weren’t equipped to take care of any dogs. Lizzy commented that she was always partial to terriers because “The Wizard of Oz” was her favorite movie and Toto was so cute and adorable. She said that Toto was as sharp as a tack and that she could see the loveable bond between Dorothy and Toto on the Big Screen. When my mom and dad arrived home on Sunday at about 5 p.m., they were very surprised to see Phil and me walking in with Lucy and Louie. Before we could launch into our story, before we could even explain what happened – truthfully – the phone rang and we heard mom on the phone with someone at the Bark-a-Roo. It was a one-sided conversation for us. We heard a lot of “Oh?” and “Oh, really?” from my mom as well as a lot of “I didn’t know that.” We heard some genuine reactions from my mom. You could say that, from what we overheard, mom certainly was surprised to find out from the receptionist that we had sprung Lucy and Louie loose. But she was also glad that our two dogs were safe - and we were safe - so that had a happy ending. Later that night, over dinner, dad asked if we had learned anything from our experience and all Phil and I could think was that we would do it all over again in a second. But we both knew that wasn’t the wisest response. We just shrugged our shoulders and kept that thought to ourselves. Still, we smiled. It had turned out to be an interesting Halloween. Happy Halloween to all!!
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Hiking the Hudson River School Art Trail C ontinued from page D5 Clove Experience provides a new self-guided discovery tour through the history of American art, and the primeval landscape that inspired it. Tailored, easy-to-follow itineraries provide a roadmap for families, adventure seekers and leisure
travelers to experience the Kaaterskill Clove at your own pace, while enjoying everything that Greene County has to offer, from farm stands to charming cafes. (www.greatnortherncatskills. com/kaaterskill-clove) Antiquing. The villages of Catskill and Tannersville are known for their antique shops. Actually the best
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antiquing of all turns out to be across the street from the Fairlawn Inn in Hunter: the Antique Mall, housed in what used to be the Masonic Center, is owned by innkeeper Chuck Tomajko. Among the treasures: two chairs that had been owned by Elizabeth Abell, the woman who introduced Mary Todd to Abraham Lincoln. Another chair dates from the mid 18th century, made in Philadelphia, could well have been used by Washington, Jefferson or any of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. The Bronck House Museum, where you see how eight generations of a family occupied this same house for more than 350 years. (Greene County Historical Society, 90 County Route 42, Coxsackie, NY 12051, 518-731-6490, gchistory.org/bronckmuseum.html). The charming town of Hudson with its galleries, antique shops, and restaurants. Hunter Mountain is a four-season resort most famous for skiing, but offers a score of festivals and activities in fall, including weekend scenic skyrides (www.huntermtn.com). Pick your own apples and pumpkins at Boehm Farm Hull-O Farms offers a corn maze, as well as pumpkin picking. There is also a Wine & Craft Beverage trail through the Hudson
Valley (see TravelHudsonValley.com). A great place to stay: The Fairlawn Inn, a historic bed-and-breakfast, 7872 Main Street (Hwy 23A), Hunter, NY 12442, 518-263-5025, www.fairlawninn. com. Further help planning a visit is available from Greene County Tourism, 700 Rte 23B, Leeds, NY 12451, 800-355-CATS, 518-943-3223, www. greatnortherncatskills.com and its fall hub http://www.greatnortherncatskills. com/catskills-fall-foliage The I LOVE NEW YORK weekly foliage report – a detailed map charting fall color progress, vantage points for viewing spectacular foliage, suggested autumn getaways and weekly event listings – is available at www. iloveny.com/foliage or by calling 800/ CALL-NYS (800/225-5697).
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Pumpkin Varieties BY JEFF RUGG Q: Several local stores are selling sugar pumpkins. I have never heard of this kind of pumpkin. I was told it is good for making pies or using as a small jack-o’-lantern. I bought a few, and I want to plant the seeds to grow more of them for next year. Is this a good idea? A: You can save the seeds, plant them and grow them, but you may not have as good of a pumpkin as these sugar pumpkins. I have grown and prepared sugar pumpkins, jack-o’-lantern pumpkins and the Dickinson pumpkin -- which is very similar to the pumpkin found in cans of pie filling -- and you may be disappointed with the taste of the sugar pumpkin. There are several varieties of pumpkins in each of the above categories. Some are hybrids, and some are old heirloom varieties. Unless you buy the pumpkins at a farm stand, you are not likely to know what variety you are buying. The named hybrid varieties
will not come true from seed. In other words, the crop produced next year from the vines won’t look or taste like the parent crop. If the seeds or plants are labeled as hybrids, you may get good crops, and you may not. If the crop is labeled as an heirloom, you will get crops next year that match this year’s crop if there were no other varieties nearby that could have cross-pollinated your plants to produce those seeds. All pumpkins and several squash varieties can be used in pies, but they vary in cooking quality. The typical processed pumpkin found in cans is a tan-colored squash shaped like a football, not an orange jack-o’-lantern pumpkin. The most common processed pumpkin is the Dickinson pumpkin. It has a brown skin and a much thicker bright orange flesh than the jack-o’lantern. It is also drier and less stringy than the jack-o’-lantern. It is easy to process and tastes good.
The small sugar pumpkins are not very sweet or tasty to me. On the plus side, they don’t have the watery and stringy consistency of jack-o’-lanterns. Butternut squash and buttercup squash can be used as an equal substitute for pumpkin in pie recipes. They are much easier to peel and process than sugar pumpkins. Pumpkins are good to eat and a good source of vitamins. They are a variety of winter squash like butternut and acorn squash. Winter squash are left on the vine until they are mature and have a hard rind, and they are usually baked for eating. Winter squash, like pumpkins, can be stored at 50 degrees until next spring. For best storage, they should have a 3- or 4-inch piece of stem and not have been exposed to a frost. Summer squash like zucchini are picked off the vine while they’re still green and have a soft rind, and they can be eaten raw or cooked. They do not
store well and are eaten fresh. If you want to decorate a pumpkin but also save it to eat later, you can use tempera paint or markers to make designs on the outside without cutting it open. To cook a pumpkin, remove the rind by peeling, and then boil the flesh until it’s soft. Drain the pot, and mash the pumpkin until it is soft. It can then be frozen. It will last for months. But you will taste the difference if you use fresh pumpkin in a recipe. Small pumpkins can be eaten as a vegetable -- steamed, boiled, or battered and fried. They can also be sliced and eaten raw with dip as an appetizer. The University of Illinois Extension website has information on how to select and cook fresh pumpkin. Besides the standard recipes, like pumpkin nut bread and roasted pumpkin seeds, there are many others, such as pumpkin cheesecake and pumpkin apple soup. Email questions to Jeff Rugg at info@ greenerview.com. COPYRIGHT 2016 JEFF RUGG
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Proceeds from this event will help to offset costs incurred from the many special surgeries and treatments our dogs and cats received this year. Tickets are $40 each and can be purchased using our PayPal link, or by mailing in your check. Please visit our website, http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org/join-us-for-a-fall-brunch/ for mailing or more information. Sponsorship opportunities that can also be purchased through PayPal include: Bronze – $150 and includes one ticket for brunch. Silver – $250 – includes two tickets for brunch. Gold – $500 – includes four brunch tickets.
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The Garden City Girls Varsity Swimming & Diving team continued their undefeated streak beating longtime rival Bellmore-Merrick (103-83) and Port Washington (106-75). The much anticipated matchup against Bellmore-Merrick got off to a great start with the girls winning the 200 Medley Relay with swimmers Katie Lew, Gabriella Meringolo, Lauren Kuzma, and Melody Pompay. The team continued to build on that momentum and held the lead throughout the entire meet. Great swims times were posted by the girls in the individual and relay events as well as diving (Elsie Schaubeck, Kara Acinapuro). The 200 Freestyle included Alana Brown,
Elizabeth Fetherston, and Victoria Carroll and the 200 Individual Medley included Gabriella Meringolo, Lauren Kuzma, and Abigail Brita. The first half of the meet was rounded out with 50 Freestyle swimmers Mia Bonvissuto, Melody Pompay, and Sophia Boccio. Gabriella Meringolo kicked off the second half of the meet by winning the 100 Butterfly. Other first place swims were turned in by Alana Brown in the 500 Freestyle and Lauren Kuzma in the 100 Breastroke. The exciting final event of the meet was the 400 Freestyle Relay with swimmers Gabriella Meringolo, Melody Pompay, Mia Bonvissuto, and Elizabeth Fetherston. The girls swam hard and posted a state qualifying time
State Qualifying 200 Medley Relay - Kalie Yuen, Lauren Kuzma, Gabriella Meringolo, Mia Bonvissuto
Gabriella Meringolo swimming 100 Butterfly
Diver Kara Acinapuro
Caity Bianchi, Cara Heaney, Victora Carroll, Katie Lew, and Ashley Boccio in warmups
of 3:42.41! The final dual meet of the season was against Port Washington. There were first, second and third place sweeps in many of the events. Swimmers taking top spots placing first included Gabriella Meringolo (200 Medley Relay, 100 Butterfly), Alana Brown (500 Freestyle), Mia Bonvissuto (100 freestyle), Laura Clarkson (100 Backstroke), Lauren Kuzma (100 Breastroke), Katie Lew and Melody Pompay (200 Medley Relay). Second place swimmers included Gabriella Meringolo (200 Individual Medley), Laura Clarkson, Sophia Bernardo, Olivia Ragusa, and Arabella Pompay (200 Medley Relay), Elizabeth Fetherston (200 Freestyle), Alana
Brown (500 Freestyle), Ashley Boccio (100 Backstroke). Third place swims were turned in by Lauren Kuzma (200 Individual Medley), Sophia Boccio (50 Freestyle), Majorie Kern (100 Butterfly), Elizabeth Fetherston (500 Freestyle), Katie Lew, Ella Newmark, Caity Bianchi, Emily Burns (400 Freestyle Relay). Winning these last two meets of the regular season put the girls over the top, reclaiming their title of Conference Champions. Next up for the team are the Divisions and County Championship Meets to be held at the Nassau County Aquatic Center in Eisenhower Park. Go GCVSD!
Kalie Yuen, Cece VanBlenis, Kelly Brennan, Erin Brennan, Sarah Fetherston, Allyson Kraff
400 Freestyle Relay Caity Bianchi, Heather Fanning, Emily Burns
Melody Pompay in 100 Freestyle
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Trojans remain undefeated with 42-7 win over Valley Stream Central
GC continues to roll, winning their 19th straight game in the same fashion theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve won every game this season: convincingly. The Trojans average 41 points on offense and surrender only 5 per game defensively and now sit alone in first place at 7-0. Valley Stream started well, grinding out 4 first downs and moving down to the GC 27 on their first possession but an ill-timed pass resulted in an Aidan Griffin fumble recovery and GC was in business. On their first offensive play Colin Hart faked a handoff, which froze the defense, and Colin was able to ramble 62 yards to pay dirt virtually untouched. After the Steven Spirakis extra point (6 on the day) it was 7-0. Valley Stream then had another nice drive moving the ball from their own 20 to the GC 23 but stalled there as the GC defense finally took control. On first down Andrew DeSantis rolled off the end and tackled the VSC QB for a 4 yard loss. On second down, Matt Desimpliciis, Matt Flanagan, and James Buckley combined to tackle the RB behind the line of scrimmage. After a short gain on third down, Andrew and James teamed up for a sack which ended the threat. GC was on the move again and five plays later Tyler Wuchte released a 52 yard scoring strike to Kyle
Steinbach on a halfback option pass which made it 14-0 Trojans. The defense then held VSC on 3 straight plays for no yardage, as Kieran Paskewitz, Michael Liberopoulos, and Sal Ingrassia started to dominate the middle, and VSC was set to punt. Matt Granville caught the punt at the 50 and after a few nifty moves sprinted into the end zone and GC was up 21-0. The GC defense was now unmovable and another 3 and out had VSC punting. Two plays later Trevor Yeboah-Kodie raced 23 yards to put GC up 28-0. After another booming kickoff by Steven, the GC defense wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t budge and VSC was forced to punt again. GC scored in 6 plays this time. Two of the plays were completions from Colin to Tyler which set up a 3 yard Trevor TD run, making it 35-0 before halftime. The 2nd half kickoff was taken by Ford Carney at the 10 and after receiving several good blocks from Ryan Bice, Tim Curran, and Connor Gunn, returned it 70 yards to the VSC 20. Three plays later, Holden Overbeck ran it in closing out the scoring for GC. Mark Dipierro would get a fumble recovery on the next series. GC next plays at 6-1 Mepham this Saturday Oct 28th at 2:00pm.
Matthew Granville returns a punt for a 50 yard TD
Matt Desimpliciis, Matt Flanagan, Dan Boccafola, and James Buckley on the tackle Andrew DeSantis and James Buckley combine for another sack
Kyle Steinbach races into the endzone on a halfback option pass from Tyler Wuchte
Defensive all county players Matt Desimpliciis (#27) and Tyler Wuchte (#33)
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School bullying at GCMS makes headlines
From page 47 son better,â&#x20AC;? Warywoda said. Last week the interim Superintendent of Schools Dr. Alan Groveman was interviewed by NBC4 and CBS2 television news, and reports aired on Friday evening, October 20. Dr. Groveman wrote the following in an October 19 letter to parents as well as in the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Superintendentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Messageâ&#x20AC;? linked on the school district website: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Within the next few weeks, the District will be instituting a Rumors Page on its website. Parents and residents can email in any rumor they have heard, and the rumor along with a response will be posted on the Rumor Page within 2 school days. No email addresses or names will ever be revealed. The District and PTAs will continue to meet at a building and district level in order to review any future issues and to continue to maintain our focus on student safety.â&#x20AC;? The district also released a statement on October 20 and noted it â&#x20AC;&#x153;cannot comment on specific studentsâ&#x20AC;? due to confidentiality. In its statements and with Dr. Grovemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comments in various interviews, questions and response to the forms of bullying, in-person and including cyberbullying and social media, were mentioned: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The district has a great number of anti-bullying initiatives in place and spends countless hours in training staff to recognize and prevent such behaviors. Nonetheless, as recent incidents have shown, in spite of the resources applied, problems and issues still existâ&#x20AC;Ś Each new situation challenges our school community to examine and deeply question how to identify students who are feeling a sense of isolation or exclusion â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a type of bullying that is not as identifiable as overt bullying such as
physical or verbal contact. Often times, this type of bullying can be as subtle as a look, a giggle, or exclusion from social activities outside of the school for the victim. Bullying can occur on social media and is seen by peers but not available to school staff,â&#x20AC;? the district states. Warywoda says there may be consideration in the case that the current superintendent, Dr. Groveman, being an interim hire who began in summer and the incidents Liam faced began in the prior school year, with Superintendent Dr. Robert Feirsen still in the leadership role in the district. With the knowledge that Garden City Public Schools will search for a new superintendent this school year, with hopes of having a candidate in the job by summer 2018, Warywoda offered a takeaway from the case he will work on: â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is too early to tell whether or not the superintendent himself would be responsible here, but it appears nothing was done by the district â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;higher ups.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; I would hope future leadership of the school district would put handling bullying on the forefront or making the schools safe for the children that go there,â&#x20AC;? Warywoda said. He did praise the recent announcement on expanding the use of cameras on district grounds and school buildings, detailed by Dr. Groveman and Assistant Superintendent for Business Dana DiCapua at the October 11 Board of Education work session. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cameras absolutely help â&#x20AC;&#x201C; monitoring in and of itself helps. It is known that if you have monitoring in places where there is known bullying, like locker rooms and hallwaysâ&#x20AC;ŚYou canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t place cameras in locker rooms but in hallways if there are cameras and monitors, people looking for bullying, it prevents bullying,â&#x20AC;? he said.
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From page 1 mer Western POA President Maureen Dellacona spoke against the move to once-a-month on October 5, current WPOA President Gerry Kelly read his Letter to the Editor aloud for the Board at its October 19 meeting. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Notably, cutting back on the number of public meetings shrouds the transparency of government, and without access to the full board of eight individuals, residents are left to wonder what is transpiring during the weeks between public meetings. While residents who have subscriptions to the Garden City News and Garden City Life may receive Village information weekly and those who regularly view the Village website may be up to date on the latest events, other residents welcome the opportunity to attend public meetings in order to seek a more rounded view of the trusteesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; perspectives and government actions,â&#x20AC;? Kelly said. Resident Kathleen Auro also asked about the meeting dates as the changes enacted in two October meetings were being sorted out. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Many people I have spoken to really like having two board meetings a month. They know that takes up more of your (Board) time but we come too to learn about whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going on in the village. Sometimes itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nice to hear it directly from the horseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mouth rather than reading in the newspaper,â&#x20AC;? Auro said. Last Thursday Mayor Brian Daughney paused after Auroâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comment to explain that preparations for every Board of Trusteesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; meeting as well as the 8 p.m. meetings themselves does take up some of the commodity that is time for village executive staff and others â&#x20AC;&#x201C; like Recreation Department team members, police, and fire personnel â&#x20AC;&#x201C; have available for their village responsibilities and tasks. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I would note, these meetings take up a lot of time â&#x20AC;&#x201C; not just the hour and a half or two hours Thursday nights. The staff could be doing other things
and that was one of the reasons we were thinking about cutting back on meetings. From our view it is not about â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;not telling residents what is going on.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; We cannot act except for in public, so there is nothing that goes on except for in public, but that was what we were thinking as when I took office I said we were going to try some different things. We are open to changes and open to changing back, and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve said this from day one. We are doing a new schedule but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to constantly looked at and in flux,â&#x20AC;? Daughney explained after Auroâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comment. For December the Board meets December 7, and tentatively December 21. At last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s meeting and before the calendar was voted on, Trustee John Delany had qualms over setting a meeting date December 21 as too close to Christmas Eve and Christmas Day (the following Sunday and Monday). He smiled and thought about the many individuals who might be Christmas shopping, or schoolsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; scheduled winter recess and the potential for offices to hold their company holiday party that night, the last â&#x20AC;&#x153;work and schoolâ&#x20AC;? night before the weekend. When Delany removed the meetings calendar item for discussion, the potential for one meeting in December was thought of but rejected quickly. He asked his fellow trustees about moving the December 21 Board meeting to either Monday December 18 or Tuesday December 19, but the large meeting room on the second floor of Village Hall is in use each night: Village Court is on Monday and the Zoning Board of Appeals meets December 19. Ultimately the full slate of meetings, with two every month from November to April, expect for January, was approved including December 21. Mayor Daughney told Delany if thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a more suitable date for everyone that gets worked out the trustees can vote on it at an upcoming meeting agenda â&#x20AC;&#x201C;at one of the two meetings next month.
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Russertt said. Outsourcing Work Drives CSEA Concerns At the Board of Trustees’ October 19 meeting the contracted work of landscape and green space maintenance as well as the village’s annual fall leaf collection duties were discussed. On the Board of Trustees’ Priorities List for 2017-2018, published and discussed at the June 1 work session, secondary priorities noted with tentative September 30 deadline included two functions that CSEA members traditionally had performed: “Evaluating whether to outsource the cutting of other green space (including medians and Village Hall/gazebo and ballfields/ parks areas) to independent contractor(s)” as well as “Evaluating the outsourcing of leaf pick-up to independent contractor.” Last Thursday Kevin Ocker, village department head of Recreation and Parks, reported on the renovations of Garden City’s athletic playing fields, such as the baseball field at Hemlock Park. He described sod conditions, spreading of new clay around baseball base-pads, and use of a new material, Pro’s Choice granular material which holds water down through the surface, plus a trench installed around the circumference of fields – all work performed by village (CSEA) Rank and File employees. “Work that we are doing with renovating ballfields in our neighborhood parks with our in-house staff and improving the overall conditions of each field as we get to it. These fields were all irrigated and the outfields are growing well, conditions are much better. The crew doing this both Parks and Recreation staff as we redeployed a number of Parks people while we have contractors going on cutting the grass in green spaces. Projects like this are able to be done because of the redeployment of our staff to assist the Recreation maintenance staff as well…Our plan is to have all our fields have this trenching work done,” Ocker said at the October 18 Board of Trustees meeting. In a brief update to the Board on the annual leaf collection season – which may be delayed into early November as the unseasonable warm weather continued through October – Ocker said there was potential the Board could discuss outsourcing of that function, performed by village employees, to a contractor at an upcoming meeting. With another potential investment in Recreation, Ocker said last week the Board of Trustees may soon receive a request to approve funding for Cameron Engineering and for materials as savings from each new turf field project at Community Park, Fields 3 and 4 and the Multi-Use 106-yard field, “we believe we can afford scoreboards for the Multi-
Use Field, in right field of Field 3 (facing two fields) and in either outfield of Field 4, because we are under budget for both projects.” “The reason we could not do that with the original work was that scoreboards were not line items in the Nassau County requirements’ contract. This would have to be a separate project designed with footings and the necessary steel to do so,” Ocker said. Conduits were laid with the new MultiUse field for one scoreboard but wiring was not set. Russertt had the following takeaway this week after hearing the discussion at the October 19 meeting. “Subcontracting and the outsourcing affects union jobs. I really would like to challenge the savings, if there are any, and now they are looking to expand those services. I don’t believe the outsourced services would match the efficiency and the care that the CSEA Rank and File put into their work. They already personally know the community and personally know the needs. They provide the village with a higher level of care and detail than an outsourced company will never able to match and never take the time to because if they did it will cost the company,” Russertt said this week. He added that an increased burden and cost to productivity of village (CSEA) employees would come from having to go over and re-perform activities that an outsourced job should handle. “Very often they’d have to try to fix it as services has not been to the same level. It does not make sense. I understand trying something new, having a study and seeing if it costs less. It’s more than proven outsourcing is not worth the value. The current CSEA members prove their qualities time and time again. That is a wasted resource to have to use village employees’ service to clean up after an outsourced service – you are having the civil service village employees cleaning up after a lower level of care from an outsourced service,” he said. Russertt listened at the Board’s October 19 meeting as Ocker described the high quality of maintenance work on the new synthetic turf fields at Community Park, performed by CSEA Rank and File village employees. “At the meeting (Ocker) said the current members did a great job with the ballfields and did it at a lower cost so the Recreation department can bring in new scoreboards for the fields with savings achieved. A subcontractor company would not have been able to do that for them,” he explained. After taking the position to work on CSEA labor matters, Russertt finds fault in the last round of information on the negotiations put out by the village last year. The New York State Public Employment Relations Board appointed Stephen M. Bluth to assist the Village of
Garden City and its CSEA “Rank and File” bargaining unit in resolving “their impasse” as previously stated on the village’s website. Russertt argues that the factfinder’s report is going to be focused on situations a little over four years ago in 2013, before the last CSEA union contract even ended. “A lot of people know over the last four years the economy has changed and things are a lot different. I would welcome putting their numbers against the village’s. We are not trying to be unreasonable, but I would have no problem in comparing numbers and talking about it,” Russertt told the News on October 24. Russertt says the CSEA Local 882 will be presenting more flyers and information to residents of Garden City to ensure they are aware of the financial considerations and implications on village taxes at stakes with negotiations stalled between Garden City and its CSEA Rank and File employees. Village Executive Staff Raises Approved Another executive staff move was highly visible and seated right in front of the Board of Trustees, in the same place he has been for two years. Two weeks before the Zoning Change Review Committee convenes for its November 1 work session with a proposed, 150-unit development for 555 Stewart Avenue, Superintendent of Building Ausberto Huertas announced the topic to the public and commented on progress with the department he oversees, having taken over for the longtime superintendent Michael Filippon, who retired in the summer of 2015. On October 19 the trustees approved a raise for Huertas, retroactively in effect from July 27, 2017, at a new annual salary of $153,000. Huertas’ previous salary in the same role from the prior budget year was $140,000. Administrator Suozzi said Huertas earned the increase as “in a little over two years he has demonstrated a commitment to change, process improvement and modernization of all aspects of the building department
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through the implementation of technology tools, streamlining operations, increasing productivity and improving workflow.” Suozzi commended Huertas more saying he’s a valuable member of the Village of Garden City’s executive staff to help “bring both evolution and revolutionary changes to the Building Department.” Suozzi also thanked all members of the Board of Trustees for recognizing the contributions of members of the executive staff. In another move the Board approved a salary increase for Garden City Deputy Village Treasurer Darcia Palmer, made effective August 22 through the board vote. Her pay increases from $70,000 to $87,500. Village Treasurer Irene Woo works with Palmer and Village Auditor Courtney Rosenblatt, and she commented on her colleague’s raise due to merit as well as salary adjustment to reflect Palmer’s expanded role and responsibility within the Village Hall Finance Department. Woo said some new functions for Palmer include payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable and the management of staff members within these finance functions. “Darcia Palmer joined the village last August (2016) and she has over 19 years’ experience in various finance roles such as finance manager, senior accountant and audit manager. She’s also passed the certified internal auditor exam. Over the past one year she has done an exceptional job. Her accounting skills have been critical to assist in the village’s finance as we took part in audits and the budget process. She has implemented process improvements and Darcia also receives all the village’s banking functions,” Woo said. On October 19 the Board of Trustees also approved a transfer of $30,000 in budgeted 2017-2018 funds from Finance – Regular Salary into the Finance – Consulting account to pay for a temporary accounting position with the village, until a replacement is hired. The Board and Treasurer Woo did not discuss the item during updates and approval of the consent calendar.
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VILLAGE SPORTS Adult Programs in the Field House
The Recreation Adult Programs in the Field House begin on Wednesday, October 11 according to the following schedule: Mondays Mens’ Open Basketball - 7:30-10 p.m. Mens’ Over 30 Basketball - 7:30-10 p.m. Wednesdays Mens’ Open Basketball - 7:30-10 p.m. Mens’ Over 40 Basketball - 7:30-10 p.m. Thursdays Adult Volleyball - 7:30 – 10 p.m. These programs are open to residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City who have graduated high school. All programs listed are strictly “pick up”. A picture ID and pass or fee is required to sign in to any program. Fees are listed in the article following. For further information, please contact the Recreation Office at 465-4075.
Adult Evening Programs: Fee information
Beginning Wednesday, October 11th a new fee schedule will be place for any adult interested in participating in Adult Evening Activities in St. Paul’s. All programs are open to any resident who is a high school graduate or older and their non-resident guests (no more than two per resident). The fee schedule is as follows: Season Pass – good for any sport on any day, expires on May 25, 2018. Resident - $225 10 Play Pass – good for any sport for 10 visits. Resident - $50; Non-resident
- $70 5 Play Pass – good for any sport for 5 visits. Resident - $25; Non-resident - $35 “Pay as you go” prices will be $6 for residents and $8 for non-resident guests. A participant may also “pay as you go” but payment will only be accepted by check or credit card only, NO CASH ACCEPTED. As always, a guest will not be allowed to participate in any activity without a resident participant. To purchase one of the passes, please visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave beginning Monday, October 2. You will also be able to purchase a pass from our St. Paul’s evening staff beginning Wednesday, October 11th. All payments must be made by either a check made payable to the “Inc. Village of Garden City” or credit card only, no cash will be accepted.
US Sports Institute “School Day Off” Camp
US Sports Institute, as part of Garden City Recreation and Park’s fall offerings, will offer a one day multi-sport camp on Election Day, November 6th, for children ages 5 – 11on St. Paul’s fields. The times and prices offered will by as follows: 9 am to 4 pm Cost $75 9 am to 12:30 pm Cost $45 1 pm to 4 pm Cost $35 To register for this camp, please visit US Sports Institute’s website at www. ussportsinsitute.com. If you register by August 16 and use code FALLEB17, you will receive at 10% early bird discount.
“The Mediterranean Lifestyle: Ancient Truths That Improve Heart Health” NYU Winthrop Hospital will offer a free community lecture for seniors, “The Mediterranean Lifestyle: Ancient Truths That Improve Heart Health,” on Wednesday, November 8, 2017, at 1:15 PM. The program will be held at the Mineola Community Center, 155 Washington Avenue in Mineola, one block south of Jericho Turnpike, between Mineola Blvd. and Willis Avenue. Barbara J. George, EdD, RCEP, MSN, AGNP-C, Director, Center for Cardiovascular Lifestyle Medicine, will explain the history of the Mediterranean way of living and how it benefits heart health, the latest prevention guidelines related to cardiovascular disease
risk and treatment options, and how to effectively identify, manage and improve your heart healthy lifestyle. A question and answer period will follow the lecture. Free parking is available in the lot adjacent to the building; metered lots (quarters needed) are across the street. Seating is limited and reservations are required. To reserve a space, please call (516) 663-3916. Health Update for Seniors is a free community health education program presented by the Department of Public Affairs, Geriatric Health Services and the Winthrop Home Health Agency. For information on other programs at the Hospital, please call 1-866-WINTHROP.
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The Men’s Association News Next Meeting
Attention all Directors! The next meeting of the year will be held in late October/early November. Time and location TBA. Watch for the e-mail to be sent by the President for exact details. Please make every effort to attend. Your voice needs to be heard!
50/50 Raffles
This is the biggest fundraiser of the year! Tickets have been distributed through the “fall mailing” to all Garden City residents. Also, see the TMA website, www.gctma.org, for direct purchases or send an e-mail to tmagcny@gmail.com to request more tickets. The drawing for the winning numbers will be held at the completion of the first home playoff game, Saturday, Nov. 4 . Reminder: All directors are responsible for selling $500 worth of tickets.
GCHS Home Athletic Schedule
Saturday, Oct. 28---JV Football, 9:15 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 31---Girls Varsity Volleyball, 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4---Varsity Football, TBA (first round of playoffs). Good luck to all the teams in their respective playoff games!
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 want to pay their annual dues, please mail your $100 check to the treasurer!
TMA Officers
Jim Connolly - President Bob Leggett - Treasurer John Blair Pete Haeffner Rob McLoughlin Rob Capello Pat McElroy Luke Lynch Bob Basel
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This past Sunday, the Garden City Thunder 10's played the Hempstead Tigers. It was a beautiful fall day and perfect for football. The wild Tigers come in loud and ready to pounce. Unfortunately for the Tigers, the Thunder boys quickly tamed the Hempstead team with another shutout. The final score was 27-0. The coaches and players are very proud of their defense which hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let up a point since the first drive of the season 6 games ago. The Thunder 10's will be playing at Community Park this Sunday against the undefeated Uniondale Knights. After meeting and being defeated by the Knights at the past two Championship games the Thunder boys are preparing for payback.
Offense prepares to attack
Thunder boys taking in the GC Spirit half-time show
Eamon Sack (#40), Jack Pawlowski (#57), and Declan Iezzi (#8) preparing for kickoff
Michael Berkery (#16) takes off and scores
Zach Zander (#18) and Matt Kneafsey putting pressure on the Tiger offensive line
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Practice college entrance exam Managing a company’s assets in College Accounting at Library
Teens took either the PSAT, SAT, or ACT practice exam during a college entrance test taking session which was administered by C2 Education on Saturday, September 23 at the Garden City Public Library.
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Students in GCHS’s College Accounting classes Garden City High School students have the opportunity to choose a number of college-level classes including courses in World Languages, Business, and Engineering. These classes give students a leg-up on college course work; for many, colleges will accept the credits earned in high school toward the student’s college graduation. In the classroom of one such course, College Accounting, business teacher Mr. Steve Bilello has been challenging students to master accounting problems in small, collaborative groups. Huddled together tackling one such assignment (“Mastery”) within a larger “Analyzing Transactions” unit were four seniors in their football uniforms. “The ‘Mastery’ problem students were working on analyzing the business transactions of a fictional company and how they affected the company’s assets, liabilities, and owner’s equity,” shared Mr. Bilello. “With that information, the students constructed the company’s income statement, statement of owner’s equity,
and balance sheet, ultimately, showing that the company was profitable.” Another incentive in the class is classroom currency used within a classroom economy. “The money in the photo with the students is printed ‘fake money’ we use in a classroom economy,” said Mr. Bilello. “Students can earn money by completing tasks, jobs, and teaching others. However, students can also lose money by spending it on classroom auctions. In this assignment, this group worked well as a team so they received a bonus for their efforts as well as for hitting the deadline early.” Students offered positive feedback on the lesson: “We learned how to complete a company balance sheet” (Matt); “Mr. Bilello taught us how to complete an income statement, which shows whether a company has a gain or a loss” (Tyler). Garden City High School offers 15 Business Education courses, including five College-level classes.
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In September the club began its 48th travel soccer season with 53 travel soccer teams comprised of more than 800 players and 140 volunteer coaches.
In addition, our Intramural and TopSoccer programs began and include more than 1,000 players and 120 volunteer coaches. The more than 1,800 registered players and 260 Coaches comprise Long Island’s largest soccer club.
**Travel Soccer Welcomes Back it’s Spring Sportsmanship, Division, and Cup Champions
Sportsmanship Winners (Referees score teams after every game) Boys U10 - Renegades U11 - Panthers, Red Bulls, Warriors U16 - Tsunami U17 - United Girls U10 - Crushers U13 - Inferno U14 - Galaxy
Division Champions Boys U11 - Warriors U14 - Greyhounds U15 - Celtic Warriors U17 - United Girls U15 Dynamite Cup Champions Arch Cup - GU10 Crushers, GU12 Xtreme Long Island Cup - BU11 Warriors, GU13 Inferno
**COLUMBUS WEEKEND TOURNAMANTS Once again the majority of our teams travelled to Ct. for the weekend with much success. Congratulations to all those who made the trips and created lifetime memories! Additional praise goes to the teams below: Connecticut Football Club Columbus Day Classic Tournament (CFC) Boys U11 Wolves - 1st Place - Repeat!! U10 Gladiators - Finalist Girls U12 Tigers - 1st Place U14 Inferno - Finalist Columbia Windham Columbus Day Tournament Boys U10 Knights - 1st Place U11 Bengals - 1st Place
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GARDEN CITY CENTENNIAL SOCCER CLUB KICKS OFF IT’S 48th SEASON!
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Garden City Basketball registration is underway
The Garden City Basketball K-1-2 Clinic will be held on Sundays from 12:30pm - 2:30pm at the St Paul’s Fieldhouse. Our season will begin Sunday, December 6th and run through Sunday March 6, 2016. We have off dates for Christmas, New Years and the Martin Luther King holidays. Registration continues to be $75 with NO LATE FEES. Our nationally recognized clinic for kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade boys & girls uses 8ft baskets and stations of different foundational skills & drills. Professionals recommend staying at a lower basket as not to create poor shooting mechanics in younger players. Basket height at a young age needs to be set for all players not for the limited few who can use the higher basket. Please use the “clinic link” on our website for background on the skills/format/structure of the clinic. Please note that this is a clinic and teams are not formed and participants are not called. We believe that Garden City Basketball has the vision, volunteers and dedicated coaches, and sets the highest standard for youth basketball in the village of Garden City. Make sure you choose the right pro-
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Reunion weekend in Garden City
Open House: Saturday, October 28th, 2:00 – 4:00pm 106 Newmarket Rd., Garden City, NY
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This past Homecoming Weekend brought back familiar faces to Town as many alumni of Garden City High School returned for their reunions. Pictured are some members of the Class of 1992 who had their 25th High School Reunion on Saturday night. As their prom song said “For Just A Moment” time brought together old friends to catch up, reminisce and laugh.
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OPEN HOUSE
Sun, October 29th 2:30 – 4:30pm 114 Willow St, Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2968523. $720,000.
Sun, October 29th 3:30 – 5:00pm 84 Willow St, Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2979335. $819,000.
Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2978208. $719,000.
Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2979339. $799,000.
Garden City 4-bedroom. 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2942978. $849,000.
Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 3-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2958751. $949,000.
Garden City, NY 4-bedroom. 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2955689. $955,000.
Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath SD #18. MLS#2968994. $1,039,000.
UNDER CONTRACT
Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2960845. $830,000.
UNDER CONTRACT
Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2971746 $1,048,000.
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Denise Eilbeck
Arthur Anderson
Marilyn Frey
Garden City Office • 516.248.6655 102 Seventh St, Garden City, NY gardencity@danielgale.com
Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2973411. $1,249,000.
Rene Blair
Annmarie Bommarito
Vanessa (Maria) Genussa
Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2949363. $1,325,000.
Laura Carroll
Susan Gillin
Ann Collins
Daureen Hausser
Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2952819. $1,349,000.
Christopher Connors Patricia Costello
Fortune Heaney
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Lisa Heaney
Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 3-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2975322. $1,348,000.
Joanne Crokos
Kathleen Higdon
Christine Cudahy
Alfred Kohart
Patricia Dickson
Mary Krener
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Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2931903. $1,499,000.
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UNDER CONTRACT
UNDER CONTRACT
Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 3.55-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2921219. $1,499,000.
Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 4.55-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2954430 $1,495,000.
Garden City, NY 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2938713. $1,599,000.
Garden City, NY 8-bedroom. 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2938302. $1,799,000.
Out of Town Listings Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 3.555-bath SD #18. MLS# 2975374. $1,999,000.
Garden City, NY 6-bedroom, 4.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2929647. $2,098,000. UNDER CONTRACT
Valley Stream, NY 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath SD #14. MLS# 2976289. $519,000.
Bellerose Village, NY 3-bedroom. 2.5-bath. SD #22. MLS# 2954371. $659,000.
Garden City, NY 5-bedroom. 4.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2936861. $2,195,000.
Garden City, NY 5-bedroom, 4.555-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2967997. $2,795,000.
UNDER CONTRACT
Garden City South, NY 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #17. MLS# 2968770. $678,000.
New Hyde Park, NY 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath SD #5. MLS#2969142. $848,000.
Roslyn Heights, NY 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #2. MLS# 2967444. $999,000.
UNDER CONTRACT
Point Lookout, NY 3-bedroom. 2-bath. SD #28. MLS# 2943446. $1,799,000.
Great Neck, NY 9-bedroom, 6.55-bath. SD #7. MLS# 2910462. $2,650,000.
Orient, NY 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath. SD #1. MLS# 2831834. $2,985,000.
Robert J. Krener
Meredith Krug
Mary Lo Galbo
Kathy Lucchesi
Susan MacDonald
Brigid Marmorowski
Athena Menoudakos
Matthew Minardi
Linda Mulrooney
Penelope Nikolakakos
Eileen O’Hara
Alexandra Parisi
Diane Piscopo
Kathleen Roberts
Suzanne Rueck
Julia Mastromauro Rosado
Kevin Ryan
Joseph Scianablo
Jennifer Sullivan
Cheryl Trimboli
Scott Wallace
Maureen Walsh Lagarde
Garden City Office • 516.248.6655 102 Seventh St, Garden City, NY gardencity@danielgale.com
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Condos / Co-Ops Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2980570. $278,000.
Rentals
Hempstead, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #1. MLS# 2979071. $425,000.
Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2957263. $419,995.
Garden City, NY 1-bedroom. 1-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2948540. $2,450/mo.
Wyndham 5-Star Living
UNDER CONTRACT
100 Hilton Ave, Unit M27 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2968890. $5,000/month.
100 Hilton Ave, Unit 712 Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2928996. $699,000.
UNDER CONTRACT
111 Cherry Valley, Unit 519 Garden City, NY 1-bedroom, 2.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2957698. $999,000.
UNDER CONTRACT
100 Hilton Ave, Unit 311 Garden City, NY 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath SD #18. MLS# 2963784. $1,125,000.
UNDER CONTRACT
100 Hilton Ave, Unit 502 Garden City, NY 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath. SD #18. MLS# 2971702. $1,395,000.
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
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.