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Residents, Mayor speak at casino impact hearing BY RIKKI MASSAND On Thursday, January 18, the Town of Hempstead Board, with Town Supervisor Donald X. Clavin heard comments from members of the public about environmental and societal impacts of the Sands Casino project that has been proposed for the Nassau Hub site. The Town of Hempstead is the lead agency to perform an evaluation of the proposal under the the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act, which requires extensive studies of the impacts of projects. The process began in public at the Long Island Marriott on January 18, with two listening sessions held. The Town is seeking the public’s input for the proposed project’s Draft Environmental Impact Statement document. Garden City Mayor Mary Carter Flanagan was among the first See page 47

The Garden City High School Boys Swimming and Diving Team brought home two more victories in meets this week against Great Neck North and North Shore High School. See page 49.

Village Tree inventory, replacement policy discussed BY RIKKI MASSAND A discussion between the Garden City Board of Trustees and the Recreation and Parks Department dug into the details of the village’s commitment (and funding plans) to protect the large number and variety of trees in town.

The removal of dead or dying and hazardous trees allows for replenishment with new trees, which are currently supplied by a vendor, Northport Tree Company. At the January 18 Board of Trustees meeting the board approved a change order for the removal of five additional

trees, submitted by contractor Looks Great Services of Huntington Station at a cost of $12,600. Trustee Charles Kelly asked about the trees that will be removed, including one on Cambridge Avenue where he saw the branches cut and a large red X painted on it. Kelly See page 22

New architecture firm hired for firehouse design BY RIKKI MASSAND At its meeting on Thursday, January 18, the Garden City Board of Trustees approved a $98,000 agreement for engineering services by Lizardos Engineering and Architectural Consultants, P.C. of Mineola, for its work to finish design specifications for Fire Station No. 2 at Edgemere Road and Stewart Avenue. The prior architect and low bidder for the engineering and design services RFP on the project was BBS Architects of Patchogue, Suffolk County. Following a question by Trustee Ed Finneran, Garden City Superintendent of Building Giuseppe Giovanniello explained that BBS’ original project bid (which was awarded by the Board) was for $36,000, and Lizardos offered the second-lowest bid price. “Following an additional walkthrough of the fire station with See page 19

Cathedral altar restoration to begin PAGE 28 Traffic Com: Changes improve safety PAGE 8

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A WORD FROM THE PUBLISHER

On Transparency

Recently, we’ve been asked to clarify our policy on requiring names on letters to the editor. In particular, groups have sent letters which included only the group name instead of the names of the individual signers. For many years we’ve had a policy that we don’t run anonymous letters to the editor. Our reasoning has been that, barring extenuating circumstances, that letter writers should stand behind their ideas. (An example of extenuating circumstances would be if a writer is employed by the village or school district and wanted to criticize their employer.) However, some time back we started getting letters from hastily created groups with few members, but names

that implied that they were broad coalitions of residents, when really they might have been just one or two people. To fight against that, we started asking for the names of the group leaders to be included on their letters. The problem is that some groups have a large number of leaders, and this becomes unwieldy. So for groups that are well established and whose leaders are easy to find online, we’ve been allowing them to just include the name of the group when they send in letters that are meant as official statements from the group. We would like to hear from readers about this policy. Our goal is to promote transparency, but if our readers feel this isn’t working, we will reevaluate it.

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CAP candidates on Sands Casino

To the Editor: On Thursday, January 18, Community Agreement Party (CAP) candidates Judy Courtney and Jessica Tai attended the Town of Hempstead Environmental Review Public Scoping Session on the Sands Casino development, representing their party. On behalf of herself and her running mates, Jessica spoke in front of hundreds of attendees delivering a speech representing Garden City’s best interests. She touched on several important topics: 1. Crime: the known increase in crime when casinos are incorporated into an area was highlighted. There are no measures put in place to increase police presence and enhance security in surrounding neighborhoods. 2. Taxes: 80% of the gambling taxes generated would go to Albany, rather than benefiting the town of Hempstead or local communities. It was pointed out that this percentage would not offset the social costs associated with the casino. 3. Traffic: there is a projected influx of 23,000 daily visitors to the casino. There is a concern about the lack of available space to redirect traffic and the absence of shared traffic mitigation plans. 4. Resources: the strain the casino would put on local resources such as water supply, waste disposal, sewer systems, and emergency services. The village’s fire station, which relies on volunteer firefighters, would be the primary responder to any emergencies at the casino, leaving the village at high risk. The CAP candidates are united in their opposition to the casino project. They firmly believe that saying No to the Casino is in the best interest of Garden City and its residents. Lastly, the CAP Candidates would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to every resident who has been involved in combating this initiative. “It takes a village.” Jessica Tai Judy Courtney Vinny Muldoon Bruce Torino

Trustee Torino & your tax dollars

To the Editor: Several months ago, this paper reported on a lawsuit commenced by the son of Trustee Bruce Torino against the Village. What the paper did not report was that the New York State Court’s Electronic Filing System reflects that almost all of the filings in the case were made by Trustee Torino, not his son, and that Trustee Torino’s law firm is identified as the attorneys of record for his son. The lawsuit challenges the Mayor’s decision not to re-appoint Trustee Torino’s son to the Village’s Board of Ethics. Many have said that Torino’s son should have resigned from the Board as soon as his father was elected to the Board of Trustees. But Trustee Torino and his son disagree. The Village was required to hire counsel to defend this lawsuit, at great cost to the taxpayers. We all work hard to earn money to pay our taxes. We pay taxes for Village services and upkeep. We don’t pay them to pay lawyers to defend the Torino lawsuit. More importantly, while the volunteer BOT is working hard for the residents, fighting the Sands Casino, and resolving St. Paul’s after three decades, our Mayor should not be distracted by a frivolous lawsuit filed by Trustee Torino. This may be the first time that a sitting Trustee has been involved in a lawsuit against the Village. Although Trustee Torino is technically not a party to the lawsuit (he did not name himself as the plaintiff), the claims made in the lawsuit are the same claims Trustee Torino made at the BOT meeting when he learned his son was not being appointed to the Board of Ethics. And, as noted above, the filings in the action have been under his name, not his son’s. We believe it is entirely inappropriate for any Trustee to be involved in a lawsuit against the Village. We also believe that no family member of a BOT member should be serving on the Board of Ethics. See page 46

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BY KASSARA MCELROY At the January 23rd meeting of the Garden City Board of Education, the board discussed an upcoming bond vote and heard a presentation on programs at the Middle School. The prior meeting, scheduled for January 9th, had been postponed due to a winter storm.

Middle School programming

Middle School Principal Matthew Samuelson focused the night’s discussion around the school’s priorities this school year. These include: community core values (reinforced by culture clubs, focus groups, town hall sessions, and homebase), academic rigor (supported by curriculum design, data analysis, new learning spaces, and innovative practices), social and emotional learning (emphasized by core values, DESSA feedback, and culture-building events), extracurricular engagement (validated by student voice, athletics, performing arts, new opportunities, and a culture of ‘yes’), habits of mind (strengthened by discussion, design thinking, and curriculum alignment), and positive relationships (cultivated through classroom connections, clubs, athletic communities, leadership opportunities, and designated talk time). Vice President of the Board of

Education Tom Pinou asked, “You mentioned dedicated ‘time to talk.’ What do middle schoolers seem to want to talk about the most?” Video games, academics, family, grades, and the social aspects of life in middle school are the most top of mind topics, aside from obviously very important pop-culture topics like Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s unfolding relationship. Trustee William O’Donohue wondered, “I know we have a financial literacy course at the high school, but does this type of coursework start in middle school at all?” Samuelson highlighted the GCMS’ well-attended stock market club, but expressed an interest in continuing to think of ways to incorporate more of this type of content. “Once you do, can I send my college kid back?” O’Donohue joked. Pinou added, “What do we do at the middle school to support special needs students?” Samuelson stressed that every single thing mentioned during the evening’s presentation is as accessible to special education students as general education students, without exception. One added support the GCMS implements is the Best Buddies program, a club with attendance numbers that grew from 30 students to around 90 in recent weeks. They even incorporate service dogs as part of the program.

Trustee Gaffney advocated for more reading time across the board. President Sileo backed this recommendation up, then made sure to congratulate the building and its staff on ranking as one of the best schools on Long Island recently in the media. Next year, GCMS administrators are thinking of several new course offerings and electives, relating to engineering, theater, and more. The goal is to create new pathways to high school and help kids identify what they like and want more of as they get older. They’re also thinking about new clubs and events to create deeper connections to learning, like an ASL club, a Dungeons and Dragons club, and growing the field day and ice cream social events. A Makerspace activity demo took stage next, which is a program intended to help kids build solutions to real world issues that takes place during homebase and after school. Board Trustees Arthur Gnecco and William O’Donohue joined middle schoolers in building a ball return. “See what they’re doing?” said Samuelson. “That’s incredibly difficult, it leverages mathematical understanding, physics, and it certainly leverages patience. And what I hear coming from the Board right now is members giving each other feedback, celebrating successes work-

ing together as a team. Every day we have 20-30 kids in that room building, creating and collaborating.”

Bond vote February 13th

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kusum Sinha shared details on the upcoming bond vote, set to take place on February 13th at the GCHS gym from 6 a.m. until 9 p.m. A newsletter was sent to all residents disclosing all proposed projects. Key highlights include a new physics classroom, fitness center, turf fields, a Bloomberg business center, an art gallery, more air conditioners and parking spaces. A community member asked, “The bond issuance is not increasing taxes, but it will however extend current taxes for a longer period of time by adding more bonds and years of bond payments for residents?” Sinha confirmed that there would be an increase in the debt service schedule. President Sileo added that, “The last bond issued was in 2009. This bond would replace what’s existing and give us the opportunity for additional capital projects needed at this time.” As far as existing projects, construction on the Stewart School roof is complete and the District is targeting upcoming school breaks to work on primary school courtyard work, depending on the weather. Community mem-

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Traffic Commission: Changes improve safety in Village BY CHARLES KELLY AND LAWRENCE MARCIANO, VILLAGE TRUSTEES AND TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEMBERS For almost two years as volunteer village trustees, we have served on the Traffic Commission for the Village of Garden City and were joined this year by Trustee Michael Sullivan. As Chairman and Senior Member, we have made process changes and have been the driving force behind dozens of road changes that have made pedestrians safer in the Village. We have also, despite objections, authorized numerous traffic studies to calm Village traffic. Many of the recommendations in those studies have been implemented. The findings of two recent traffic studies, Stewart Avenue Road Diet and Speed Limit Reduction, were presented at a special meeting at the library last week. In this article, we provide an overview of the changes that have been made in both the process to make changes as well as the changes that have been implemented. The overarching change made by the Traffic Commission was to organize the village’s efforts to process residents requests for changes in signage, signals, sidewalks and

roads to eliminate friction in the system so that requests promptly move from request to, if appropriate, GCPD and DPW and, if necessary, consulting village traffic engineer for evaluation and, if deemed appropriate for consideration by the Traffic Commission, are placed on the Agenda for the next Traffic Commission meeting. This petition process for residents requests has provided a seamless transparent process for any resident to request a traffic control device (stop sign, traffic signal, etc.) or a traffic calming device (speed hump, raised crosswalk, etc.). Here are a sampling of the changes implemented in the last two years: Seventh Street: The most visible example of pedestrian safety improvements is the crosswalk on 7th Street from Dunkin Donuts to the Town Meat Market. The configuration of this crosswalk is a product of our on-site discussions. Although bumpouts were discussed in the Numbered Streets Traffic Calming Study and that is part of the work, we believed that a raised crosswalk in tandem was necessary. Too often, we saw children waiting to cross Seventh Street hidden by illegally parked cars at the ends

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of the crosswalk. By raising the crosswalk and bumping out the sidewalks, not only did we make pedestrians more visible, we also ended the illegal parking that hid pedestrians from drivers and provided a seamless crossing for those in wheelchairs. South Avenue: This crosswalk, as South Avenue approaches Rockaway Avenue, connects residents of the Adelphi section as well as Adelphi students and allows for a much safer walk either downtown or to the Cathedral. The wide protected mid-crossing median provides extra security for those crossing and is wide enough to shelter both bicycles and strollers from oncoming traffic. St. Paul’s Crosswalks: The addition of two crosswalks at St. Paul’s fields was done to protect players crossing the Rockaway Avenue entrance road to the south playing field that abuts the Field House. These additions arose out of our observations of the increased use of this field and the increasing number of players crossing this road with little notice to drivers. Speed humps: The Traffic Commission began the rollout of speed humps on roads that needed traffic calming. Both 3rd and 4th Streets between Franklin and Hilton now have permanent speed humps. In addition, there are ongoing evaluations of the suitability of speed humps on, among other roads, North Avenue, Tanners Pond Road and Kingsbury Road. Middle School student safety change: Signage changes were made at 7th Street and Cathedral Avenue to aid middle school students in crossing Cathedral Avenue safely. Additional changes in the traffic signals have been requested to additional improvements the safety of student crossings. Elementary School student safety changes: Changes on Stratford Avenue to protect students crossing to Stratford School or Homestead School, as recommended in the Satellite Study, are being designed for further public comment. Changes at the Clinton Road crosswalk to Stewart School have been made. Additional changes are in final design before being presented to the County. The 4th Street speed humps have made the road safer for St. Joseph’s students. Changes near Hemlock School have made the roads safer for students there. First Street: Enhanced driver, bicyclist and pedestrian safety on First Street with approval of project including installation of crosswalk and restriping of roadway; Magnolia Avenue: Enhanced pedestrian and driver safety on Magnolia Avenue by convening

a Special Meeting of the Traffic Commission and approving traffic control devices; Mott Section: Enhanced pedestrian and driver safety in Mott section with approval of various traffic control devices on Westbury Road; County Roads: working with the county to finalize the IMA for the Clinton Road Improvement Project; Worked with Nassau County to finalize reconfiguration of Rockaway Avenue/Merillon Avenue interchange near high school including crosswalk across Rockaway Avenue; Worked with State Senate and Nassau County to secure red light cameras at major intersections; Initiated and Oversaw the completion of three major traffic safety studies including Stewart Avenue Road Diet, Speed Limit Reduction and Satellite Study focused on pedestrian safety near elementary schools and presented all studies to residents at public hearings. Commenced implementation of recommended changes. Estate Section signage changes: A cut thru street, North Avenue, had signage changes yielding traffic safety and enforcement improvements; evaluation of additional changes is ongoing; Newmarket Road: Signage changes enhancing pedestrian safety; Kensington Road signage changes were made so that signage is consistent on Somerset Avenue to enhance bicyclist and pedestrian safety Arthur Street: signage changes enhancing student and pedestrian safety were made and a review of altering road restrictions on northern end is ongoing; Hamilton Place: Changes in signage to aid drivers in exiting apartment parking lots and aid in pedestrian safety were completed; Stewart Avenue (8th Street): Midblock crosswalk signals replaced and enhanced with safer pedestrian activated crosswalk signals; Raymond Court parking lot changes to limit use of parking lot to nessary occasions to enhance pedestrian safety on Raymond Court; Activated changes to reduce overnight truck traffic on Washington Avenue and Clinton Road; Led successful effort to alter traffic signals at Nassau Boulevard and Stewart Avenue allowing left hand turn signals for both north/south and east/west directions. These are just some of the changes made on village roadways over the last two years. The new process has worked well to expedite changes and improve road and pedestrian safety. The village is not only safer but also more connected.

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Garden City Real Estate Market Information 96 4th Street

RECENT REAL ESTATE SALES IN GARDEN CITY

Date: 01/19/2024 Sold price: $3,195,000 5 beds, 4 full baths, 2 half bath Architectural Style: Colonial Lot size: .57 acres Annual taxes: $46,481 MLS number: 3512373 The Seller’s Team: Laura Giacini, Howard Hanna Coach Real Estate The Buyer’s Team: Kathleen Thornton, Compass Greater NY

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Mortgage Rates this week from www.nerdwallet.com

Loan Term 30-year fixed 15-year fixed 5/1 ARM

Interest Rate 6.619% 5.796% 6.963%

APR 6.697% 5.927% 7.790%

Long Island Sales Data From One Key MLS Month

Dec-2023 Nov - 2023 Oct - 2023 Sept - 2023 Aug - 2023 July-2023 June-2023 May-2023 Apr -2023 Mar - 2023 Feb - 2023

Nassau County Median Sale Price Current Year Prior Year

$705,000 $710,000 $725,000 $735,000 $727,500 $725,000 $690,000 $665,000 $655,000 $649,000 $640,000

$650,000 $665,000 $675,000 $699,000 $700,000 $720,000 $716,000 $685,000 $668,500 $650,000 $650,000

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A 1935 Classic Brick Colonial that exudes sophistication and elegance encapsulated in 4873 Sq. Ft. of thoughtfully designed gracious space. Nestled in the heart of Garden City Village’s prime central section on a 100’x250’ lot. Enjoy the tranquility of gracious suburban living with convenient access to wonderful amenities and award-winning schools. This home offers all the entertaining space required for a grand affair or an intimate gathering. Greet family and friends in a spaciously inviting center hall that holds an impressive circular stairway. Flanking this space is a Banquet sized DR w/an attached alfresco dining/sitting porch. To the right of the hall is an expansive welcoming LR to host fireside chats or large celebrations and adjoins the handsome library refuge. Behind the dining room is a convenient hallway to a marble powder room and the cellar stairway. This is next to a lovely sitting room which is off the Chef’s kitchen. The heart of the home has high end appliances, large center island with a dining table, and a back stairway for the occasional midnight snack.. This Ken Kelly, Rutt Quality Cabinetry kitchen opens to a meticulously handcrafted cherry panel family room w/ media amenities, a built in work station, beverage center and a cozy gas burning fireplace. This wonderful space offers French door entry to a terraced patio for gas grill entertaining and an inviting awning covered patio overlooks a stunning backyard surrounded by mature plantings, garden arbors and easy access to a stately 2+ car det. garage. 5 wonderful bedrooms, 4 terrific full baths + 2 half baths, 3 fireplaces, High ceilings throughout.

142 Cherry Valley Avenue

208 New Hyde Park Road Date: 01/18/2024 Sold price: $2,300,000 4 bedrooms, 3 full bath, 2 half bath Architectural Style: Tudor Lot Size: .53 acre Annual taxes: $40,167 MLS number: 3461339 The Seller’s Team: Laura Carroll, Adrienne McDougal, Compass Greater NY The Buyer’s Team: Laura Carroll, Compass Greater NY

Sprawling Grand Tudor on the prestigious “Hill” Section of Garden City. Privately Tucked away on 1/2 acre property at the dead end adjacent to the Garden City Golf Club makes this one of Garden City’s most private locations. With close to 5000 square feet of living space, this entertainers home has 3 first floor fireplaces, open concept kitchen/ family room combination, spacious mudroom and pantry storage, and secondary great room on the far end of the home with a gas fireplace and private stairwell to Primary Suite. 4 oversized bedrooms on the second level, including primary suite with walk in closets, office, and renovated primary suite bathroom. 2 addtional full baths on second level and 3 additional generously sized bedrooms. Lower level bonus space with laundry, utilities, storage, and lower level garages

Date: 01/24/2024 Sold price: $951,000 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths Architectural style: Cape Lot size: .14 Annual Taxes: $15,582 MLS number: 3514067 The Seller’s Team: Rhea Knopf and Kaitlynn McCartney, Compass Greater NY The Buyer’s Team: Rhea Knopf and Kaitlynn McCartney, Compass Greater NY

Charming and Fully Renovated Home in Garden City! Welcome to this beautifully renovated house, situated at 208 New Hyde Park Rd, Garden City, NY just one block away from the Garden City train station and 3 blocks from the New Hyde Park station. This property offers the perfect blend of convenience, modern upgrades, and classic charm. The heart of the home is a stunning granite kitchen with top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, making meal preparation a joy. The renovated bathrooms are not only functional but also stylish, featuring high-end fixtures and modern finishes. A full finished basement provides versatile additional living space, while the generous yard is perfect for relaxation and outdoor activities. This residence is located within the renowned Garden City school district. If you’re looking for a fully renovated home in a prime location, don’t miss the opportunity to make this property your own; it combines the best of modern living with the timeless appeal of Garden City. This is your chance to own a piece of Garden City’s finest living!

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THE OFFICE CAT Excessive speed A Rockaway Avenue motorist was charged with driving with a suspended license and excessive speed on January 17th. Gift card scam On January 17th a victim reported that she notified by an unknown caller that her online payment account was compromised, and per instructions, she purchased gift cards and provided the serial numbers in an attempt to clear it. It was later determined to be a scam.

Aggressive driving On January 17th a Clinton Road motorist was charged with multiple aggressive driving violations (speeding, unsafe lane changes, and following too closely).

Lights out Officers responded to a traffic light malfunction at Clinton Road and Commercial Avenue on January 17th.

Account hacked On January 18th a victim reported that their Whatsapp account was hacked, resulting in fraudulent requests for money transfers being sent to other persons on his contact list. One recipient suffered a monetary loss.

Unlicensed operation Two Clinton Road motorists were charged with unlicensed operation and excessive speed on January 17th.

Out of class A 1st Street motorist was charged with out-of-class operation and excessive speed on January 18th.

Alarm error Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to a 7th Street business on January 17th for a fire alarm. They determined it was set in error.

Unauthorized accounts On January 18th a victim reported that their identity was stolen and used to open unauthorized bank accounts. Suspended licenses Two Clinton Road motorists were

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charged with driving with suspended licenses and suspended registrations on January 18th. Truck tickets A Clinton Road truck driver was charged with driving in a no commercial vehicle zone (9 am – 6 pm) and unsafe tires on January 18th. Malfunction Officers responded to a report of a traffic light malfunction on Hilton Avenue and Stewart Avenue on January 18th. Fire alarm The GCFD and GCPD responded to a Franklin Avenue building for a fire alarm on January 18th and determined it was set in error. Scofflaw impound A vehicle was impounded in Parking Field 11 on January 19th for being a Garden City Court Scofflaw due to unpaid tickets. School fire alarm Garden City Police responded to a local school for a fire alarm on January 19th and determined the cause to be a system malfunction. Fake plates On January 19th a Clinton Road motorist was charged with driving with a suspended registration and fraudulent license plates. RR gate damaged Garden City Police responded to the Nassau Boulevard train crossing on January 19th, where a truck struck and damaged a railroad gate. Excessive speed On January 19th a South Avenue motorist was charged with excessive speed and passing a stop sign. HVAC malfunction Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to a restaurant for a fire alarm on January 20th and determined the cause to be an HVAC malfunction. Suspended license A Clinton Road motorist was charged with driving with a suspended license and excessive speed on January 20th. Water leak Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to a 7th Street building on January 20th for a fire alarm and determined the cause to be a water

leak. Light malfunction Officers responded to a traffic light malfunction at Franklin Avenue and 9th Street on January 20th. False alarm On January 21st the GCFD and GCPD responded to a 7th Street building for a fire alarm. They determined it was set in error. Unlicensed operation A Stewart Avenue motorist was charged with unlicensed operation and unsafe lane usage on January 21st. Defective alarm On January 21st Garden City Police and Firefighters responded to a residence for a fire alarm and determined the cause to be a defective carbon monoxide alarm. Grand larceny charge A 49-year-old female was arrested on January 22nd for allegedly stealing $84,000 from her business partner. She was charged with Grand Larceny. Unlicensed operation On January 22nd a Clinton Road truck driver was charged with unlicensed operation and driving in a no commercial vehicle zone (9 pm – 6 am). Free vacation? On January 22nd a victim reported that their credit card was stolen and used to pay for an unauthorized threenight stay at a local hotel. Wallet stolen A male subject reportedly stole a wallet from a 7th Street restaurant closet on January 22nd and fled the scene on foot. Scam foiled After speaking on the phone with a person claiming to be from American Express, a victim determined there were unauthorized attempts to take over her credit card and cable television accounts. Unlicensed operation A Cherry Valley Avenue motorist was charged with unlicensed operation and excessive speed in a school zone on January 22nd. Unsecured load A Clinton Road truck driver was charged with driving an unsecured load on January 22nd. Checks intercepted On January 22nd a local business reported that two checks placed in the See page 41

13 mcarterflanagan@gardencityny.net south routes to truck It is wonderful to traffic, measuring cursee the progress being rent truck volumes on made on St. Paul’s, and I am grateful to the four north/south, the talented residents south routes, Clinton who have taken on the Road, Washington important advisory Avenue, Franklin role of serving on the Avenue and Nassau committee. When resBoulevard, as well as idents ask about what the Eleventh Street/ is next, I like to be clear Cherry Valley route. that reaching the goal The object of the study of identifying a project is to identify the issues that preserves part or that closing might all of the building, has address, the current widespread communiissues we face and ty support, and can be Mayor Mary Carter Flanagan the unintended conexecuted is a tremensequences of such clodous challenge. sures. Evaluating the five routes indiResidents should all understand vidually, the objective would be to that even if a bond referendum is not divert truck traffic from residential legally required, it will certainly be roads where permissible. We have advisable for the type of expenditure begun evening closures on Clinton that would be needed for a project Road and Washington Avenue, and at St. Paul’s. That means that no want to obtain objective engineering project, however brilliant it may be, information to further evaluate it. will be executed without community support. The Board of Trustees will conKnowing this, it is my job to duct work sessions to review the find a solution that the community supports, and I have chosen a com- Tentative 2024-25 Operating and mittee with the experience needed Capital Budgets in person in the to provide guidance to accomplish Village Hall Board Room and via this. They are being asked to help by Zoom beginning March 14, 2024, 7:30 advising the BOT on the approach - 9:30 p.m. Here is the full schedule: • Work Session I – Thursday, and process most likely to be sucMarch 14, 2024 cessful. You will find in this group • Work Session II – Wednesday, brilliant problem solvers and experienced communicators. They will March 20, 2024 • Work Session III - Thursday, share their expertise and experience March 28, 2024 to help us identify the optimal process to reach our goal, and I recognize that this process must be driven Registration for winter adult by data. tennis lessons has begun. We It will be different this time! are accepting interest forms at the Recreation Office at 108 The Incorporated Village of Rockaway Ave. Applications can Garden City is currently seeking be found on the Recreation website, an experienced and motivated pro- Gardencityrecreation.org.

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At the request of the Traffic Commission, the Village is seeking proposals for professional engineering services, through an RFP process, to evaluate the feasibility of implementing truck restrictions within Garden City, specifically the feasibility of closing some north/

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Sunday, January 28th 9:30 a.m. Pickleball at the Field House. Nominal fee. 2:45 p.m. Family Fun Time at the Field House Monday, January 29th 1:30 p.m. Movie Matinee: Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny at the Library Tuesday, January 30th 4:00 p.m. Chess Wizards Winter at the St. Paul’s Center on Rockaway Avenue. This program is an 8-week session. To register, visit www. chesswizards.com. Wednesday, January 31st 6:00 p.m. VolunTeen Artists program a the Library. Registration required.

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Garden City real estate, reimagined.

Laura Baymack Lic. RE Salesperson Principal Agent M: 516.537.3050

Stephen Baymack Lic. Assoc. RE Broker Principal Agent M: 516.216.0244

Laura Carroll Lic. RE Salesperson Founding Agent M: 917.370.5354

Lauren Grima Lic. RE Salesperson Principal Agent M: 917.642.5036

Karen Guendjoian Lic. RE Salesperson Principal Agent M: 516.578.8395

Maureen Lagarde Lic. RE Salesperson Founding Agent M: 516.850.7812

Patrick M. McCooey Lic. Assoc. RE Broker Founding Agent M: 516.236.4287

Athena Menoudakos Lic. RE Salesperson Founding Agent M: 516.316.4955

Alexander G. Olivieri Lic. RE Salesperson Founding Agent M: 516.306.7738

Alexandra Parisi Lic. Assoc. RE Broker Founding Agent M: 516.427.6878

Salvatore Sica Lic. Assoc. RE Broker Principal Agent M: 347.922.8947

Jennifer Sullivan Lic. RE Salesperson Founding Agent M: 516.361.7190

Kathy Thornton Lic. RE Salesperson Principal Agent M: 516.987.4886

Catherine Anatra Lic. RE Salesperson Athena Menoudakos Team M: 516.476.7825

Lauren Canner Lic. RE Salesperson The Laura Carroll Team M: 516.650.7474

Chelsea Costello Lic. RE Salesperson The Laura Carroll Team M: 516.509.7961

Kerry Flynn Lic. RE Salesperson The Laura Carroll Team M: 914.772.6169

Mairéad Garry Lic. RE Salesperson McCooey Olivieri Team M: 516.375.8434

Denice Giacometti Lic. RE Salesperson McCooey Olivieri Team M: 516.398.7468

Susan Gillin Lic. RE Salesperson The Jen Sullivan Team M: 516.655.5662

Christina Hirschfield Lic. RE Salesperson The Laura Carroll Team M: 516.805.0703

Adrienne McDougal Lic. RE Salesperson The Laura Carroll Team M: 516.662.3872

Frank Morabito Lic. RE Salesperson The Pete Diaz Team M: 917.207.7782

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172 Kildare Road, Garden City 4 BD | 2 BA | 1 BA | $2,499,000 Laura Carroll | M: 917.370.5354

142 Cherry Valley Avenue, Garden City 4 BD | 3 BA | 2 HB | $2,499,000 Laura Carroll | M: 917.370.5354 Adrienne McDougal | M: 516.662.3872

113 Whitehall Boulevard, Garden City 4 BD | 3 BA | $1,849,000 Stephen & Laura Baymack | M: 516.216.0244

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184 Brompton Road, Garden City 4 BD | 3 BA | 2 HB | $1,595,000 Jennifer Sullivan | M: 516.361.7190

44 Nassau Boulevard, Garden City 6 BD | 3 BA | 1 HB | $1,589,000 Stephen & Laura Baymack | M: 516.216.0244

57 Roxbury Road, Garden City 4 BD | 2 BA | 1 BA | $1,429,000 Laura Carroll | M: 917.370.5354

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6 Russell Road, Garden City 3 BD | 1 BA | 2 HB | $1,098,000 Athena Menoudakos | M: 516.316.4955

159 Chestnut Street, Garden City 4 BD | 2 BA | $1,250,000 Jennifer Sullivan | M: 516.361.7190

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111 Seventh Street, 204, Garden City 2 BD | 2 BA | $849,000 Stephen & Laura Baymack | M: 516.216.0244

UNDER CONTRACT

95 Amherst Street, Garden City 4 BD | 3 BA | $1,198,000 Stephen & Laura Baymack | M: 516.216.0244

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33 Park Avenue, New Hyde Park 4 BD | 1 BA | $799,000 Maureen Lagarde | M: 516.850.7812

All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of real estate brokerage. *Source: 2022 Closed Sales Volume, U.S., RealTrends 500.

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Meet and Greet Amanda Dias at GCCC BY MELVA VICTORINO On Sunday, January 28th at 11:45 a.m., Amanda Dias will share about herself and her ministry in the monthly Sunday forum at the Garden City Community Church (GCCC.) Amanda is the Youth Ministry and Outreach Coordinator of GCCC, and has been instrumental in developing creative programs, Bible lessons, Sunday school events, family movie nights, seasonal theme events, and fun time with members of all ages. She also leads the middle school and high school youth groups. Amanda Dias was born in Queens, New York and was raised on Long Island. Growing up, she spent a lot of time at her home church with the youth group, volunteering at Vacation Bible School, and teaching Sunday School. As a girl scout in high school, Amada ran group activities that were service based. She went to Stony Brook University for her undergraduate degree and studied Marine Science. After graduating, she interned for the United Nation Environment program running part of the social media. Amanda then joined the Peace Corps and traveled to Nepal to teach English. She had to return to Long Island after the pandemic shut the world down. It was in Nepal that Amanda realized she wanted to work with people. She started to work for a company called the Child Center of New York working as a Case Aide in a Prevention team, working with families at risk of losing their children to the foster care system. She then started her master’s program at Adelphi studying Social Work. This is when she joined the GCCC staff as the Youth Ministry and Outreach Coordinator. Get to know Amanda more and join us as we meet and greet her. Amanda has a very winning personality that makes the children and church families love her. We have many interesting programs for children where parents can be part of. We hope you will come and bring your children to join in the fun. GCCC has many programs, events, and worship services for everyone: • Men’s Saturday Breakfast at 8:00 a.m. Carle Place Dinerevery first

Amanda Dias, Youth Ministry and Outreach Coordinator at GCCC. Saturday of the month • Every Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. Prayer Service in the Chapel • 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship Services in-person and live-stream • Church school after the children’s message at the 10:30 a.m. service • Non-perishable food donations to the Long Island Council of Churches every other Wednesday of the moth. The next foo delivery will be on February 7th. Whoever you are, wherever you are on your life’s journey, you are welcome at GCCC. For information on how to attend our services virtually or in-person, contact the church office churchoffice@thegccc.org. To get information regarding our virtual and in-person worship services and programs, visit our website at www.theGCCC.org. The Garden City Community Church is part of the United Church of Christ. It is an Open and Affirming congregation that welcomes people of all ages, races, gender identities, and sexual orientations to participate in the life of our community. We are located at 245 Stewart Avenue between Whitehall Blvd. and Kensington Road. For more information, email churchoffice@thegccc.org or call (516) 746-1700. And as previously mentioned, you may also visit our website, www.theGCCC.org.

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“Team Breidgeen,” last year’s winning team at the Runner in Red 5K, show spirit for a good cause, and signal it’s time to sign up for this year’s event. Register for the Runner in Red 5K on March 16 at Eisenhower Park at RunnerinRed.com.

Want to help cure for lung cancer – and keep fit! Step to the starting line for the “Runner in Red 5K!” Registration is now open for the fourth annual Runner in Red 5K Race/Walk on March 16 at 9 a.m. at Eisenhower Park. The event is sponsored by Hilton Capital Management, Katten, CIM Group and All Round Foods. Northwell Health Cancer Institute provides information in the fight against lung cancer and news on early detection and screening. The Runner in Red 5K Race/Walk, which has tripled in size since its introduction in 2021, draws its name from a Boston Marathon mystery novel, “Runner in Red,” by Garden City author Tom Murphy. The event raises funds to cure lung cancer in memory of Barb Murphy, Tom’s wife, a marathon runner who passed away

from non-smoker’s lung cancer in 2013. Barb fought the disease valiantly for six years and was a tireless advocate to create awareness so, “No one else gets this.” She was also an advocate for promoting fitness after diagnosis to remain vital and engaged in life, a pro action theme that is central to the Runner in Red campaign. The run/walk has attracted many teams over the years, including the winning team from Garden City last year, “Team Breidgeen,” captained by Tim Mulvihill and a legion of family and friends. So enlist your friends and create a team! To learn more about the Runner in Red Foundation’s efforts to cure lung cancer and register for the race, visit RunnerinRed.com.

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Chamber President to report on Tuesday, February 13

John Wilton, President of the Garden City Chamber of Commerce, will return to report on “how the vitality of commercial properties directly effects the vitality of the community. As a long-time leading commercial realtor and Chairman of the Chamber’s Garden City Business Professional Retail Group, John has been actively involved in, and witness to the many changes in Garden City’s commercial districts and beyond for more than a decade. John Wilton’s attendance at many downtown strategic planning meetings and his presence at NC Chamber meetings keep him attentive and engaged in business activities in and around Garden City. Mineola-Garden City Rotary always benefits by John’s reports and we welcome his return when he will focus on the ways the health of our Village businesses directly effect our residential community. Rotary lunch meetings are always open to the public. To join us at Mineola’s Davenport Press Restaurant to hear Chamber President John Wilton’s report, while enjoying a great 3-course Davenport lunch (fee $40), please email Meg Norris, Club Co-President at editor@gcnews.om. Rotary lunch meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays throughout the year at Mineola’s Davenport Press restaurant.

From page 1 the BBS Architects design team, some design changes to the extent of squaring off the back of Station No. 2, BBS came back to the village with an additional cost for their services which I thought was absurd – they asked for $318,000 for the design and project specifications work, and I rejected it and refused to allow that to even come to the Board’s attention. I asked them to explain why the cost rose almost ten times the original bid and nothing was really changed except the additional square footage for squaring off the back of the building, Once I agreed to not go forward with that amount of money they (BBS) recused themselves as design professionals on the project,” he noted. The village was left with the choices of “re-RFP’ing the project design work” or going with the second-lowest bidder, which is Lizardos. Following Giovanniello’s discussion with Deputy Mayor Bruce Chester, the decision to propose engaging Lizardos for the $98,000 amount was arrived at, which the superintendent says represents a fair cost for designs of the new portions of Fire Station No. 2. “I apologize that a lot of time has passed since the original award of the bid but a lot of times it takes some time to get things going with professionals in design,” he said.

555 Stewart Avenue contribution

Also at the meeting, Superintendent Giovanniello reported to the Board of Trustees about a fee/contribution by the developer of the 555 Stewart Avenue apartment complex, being the developer’s “total monetary obligation.” The Village Board authorized an agreement settling on the financial compensation/ contribution Garden City received from the property, which is being serviced by a new water main. On last week’s agenda, the item for approval of $251,000, states the sum was “viewed as a fair and equitable reimbursement for the Village’s costs associated with the water main replacement.” The specific language denoted that the developer shall not be required to make any additional payment with respect to the Stewart Avenue water main replacement, which was completed. “Before issuance of the C.O. (certificate of occupancy) the village signed an agreement with the developer for them to reimburse the village for the linear footage that was installed for replacing this water main – approximately 330 linear feet. We feel the reimbursement of $251,000 is an adequate amount, and the ” Superintendent Giovanniello said. In December 2023, Superintendent Giovanniello noted that 203 inspections

and issuance of 151 permits were performed by the Garden City Building Department. In addition 14 Building Department complaints were addressed and five notices of violations were served. Coincidentally, the total revenues collected by the village’s Building Department in December 2023 also equaled $251,000.

Sewer projects formalized

The Board of Trustees also approved engaging the services of Woodburybased D & B Engineers and Architects for civil engineering design development, construction management and inspection services for a new sewer lift station at the Garden City Cedar Valley Sewer Plant, for a total cost of $130,000. Department of Public Works Superintendent John Borroni told the trustees D & B will complete design plans and specifications for constructing a new sewer lift station as the existing facility is beyond its useful life and is showing signs of structural deficiencies. “Sewage from the entire eastern section of the village flows through this lift station prior to being discharged into the County collection system,” he noted. Early in the meeting last Thursday, Trustee Charles Kelly asked Superintendent Borroni about the creation of a new capital project – water main replacement (construction) for Clinton Road, between Commercial Avenue and Meadow Street. The Board later approved the award of a $2,681,836 base bid from Araz Industries Inc. of West Babylon, recommended as contractor based on the review of consultants H2M Architects + Engineers. The village received six total bids, ranging from the awarded $2.6 million to $3.4 million.

Clinton Road leveling

Kelly checked on a potential timeline with the start of a Nassau County roadbed leveling project for Clinton Road, and if the two projects could intersect within the same time frame. DPW Superintendent Borroni reports that the village is in touch with County officials about the start of that project. “The replacement of the water main is ahead of the county’s road reconstruction project and will save the village money on restoration expenses…. Time is of the essence for the project as we need to get in and start it ahead of them coming in to reconstruct the road, which is scheduled for this summer,” he told the board. During Borroni’s updates on Public Works’ projects and various items for Board approval, Trustee Ed Finneran asked about the award of a base bid See page 21

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New architecture firm hired for firehouse design

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New monthly program, Play and Learn, open to all levels, beginner to more experienced players. Friday, February 23, at 3–4 p.m.

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Lana Noone (center right), Ross Meador (second from left) and Phillip Wise (second from right) thank cast of “Children of the April Rain,” the Vietnam Babylift play, WIMSA Theatre, Arlington Ceremonial Gate, DC. Local resident Lana Mae Noone recently congratulated Vietnam veteran USAF MSgt Phillip Wise and cast members of the Vietnam Babylift play. Phillip’s participation in Babylift was recently produded as a documen-

tary film and just won a regional TV EmmyAward in Michigan. Please contact Lana at lananoone@ yahoo.com for more information about the play.

To be held at the Garden City Senior Center, 6 Golf Club Lane, Garden City, on February 6 at 12:30 p.m. What is a memory cafe? It is a program designed for persons with mild to moderate cognitive impairment and their caregiver to promote social engagement with others also navigating their way through dementia’s journey. Activities include crafts, music, reminiscing, art or movement. Light refreshments will be served. There is no charge to participate but space is limited. Please call to reserve your place. RSVP to Hannah at

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We now have Chair Yoga at the Senior Center on Tuesday 11:15 and Friday at 12:15, and Mat Yoga on Thursday at 11:15. We will again be offering our adult evening Yoga classes at the Senior Center, on Monday nights. Our 8-week session costs $80.00 beginning January 22. Register at the Recreation office or at the Senior Center (see Felicia) Classes are as follows: • 6:15–7:15 p.m.: BeginnerYoga • 7:30-8:30 p.m.: Intermediate Level

A Trip to “A Chorus Line”

Saturday, February 24, at 2 p.m. The Argyle Theatre in Babylon (An Equity Theatre) The Recreation bus will leave the Senior Center at 12:30 p.m. Cost: $63. Please make checks payable to “The Argyle Theatre.” To register, please visit the Senior Center front desk.

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Fifth graders from Stewart and Stratford schools attended a panel discussion with local journalists as part of their current writing unit. Photo courtesy of Garden City Public Schools Stewart School fifth graders collaborated with their Stratford counterparts for a journalism event that aligned with their current writing unit. Hosted at Stewart School, students were treated to a panel discussion by journalists Cecilia Dowd (News12), Sophia Hall (WCBS Radio), and Jennifer McLogan (CBS News). They learned a little bit

about what it takes to be a journalist, heard interesting stories and were able to ask their own questions. The panel-like convention allowed students to strengthen their community connections, learn from experts in the field, build career relationships and interests, and to hone their public speaking skills.

New architecture firm hired for firehouse design From page 19 close to one million dollars for a sanitary sewer project stretching from Twelfth Street to Eleventh Street, and a transfer of funds on the Board’s agenda January 18. The Board went on to approve the award of the project for $988,760 to the low bidder, Farmingdale-based Thomas Novelli Contracting Corp., based on the review performed by D & B Architects and Engineers on behalf of the Village of Garden City. The bid award comes along with a transfer of $247,260 in DPW funds, from the Business District Paving project account to the ‘Sewer System – 12th Street and Golf Club Lane’ account. This substantial cost for the village will be partially offset by a contribution being made from NYU-Langone Health, as Trustee Finneran shared. Superintendent Borroni noted the $800,000 contribution the village already received from the healthcare system for the portion of sewer close to the former Sears, and he said the next $50,000 will be paid once the temporary certificate of occupancy is issued for the former Lord & Taylor building.

Road planting bed in business district

On January 18 the Board of Trustees approved creation of a new village cap-

ital project for constructing a “road planting bed” segmental retaining wall at the intersection of Plattsdale Road, and New Hyde Park Road, in the village’s Western end business district. Superintendent Borroni explained, “the Parks Department has removed all vegetation from the location, and the existing railroad tie wall is damaged beyond repair. This project will be an improvement for the area and it will include additional streetlights, concrete repairs and the replacement of ADA ramps for compliance reasons.” The road planting bed retaining wall will also include new plantings to be provided by the Parks Department. Also during the meeting, Trustee Kelly also thanked Public Works and Superintendent Borroni for all the efforts on village crosswalk projects and improvements as well as traffic changes. Kelly praised Borroni’s efficiency and responsiveness. He also commended the great work by the Public Works’ personnel in preparations and cleanup of snow in mid-January. “It was great. You had it all organized well, and things worked well so thank you for that,” Trustee Kelly told Borroni.

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said this tree’s condition and removal changes the view from the roadway, and its loss is significant. He wanted to learn about the village’s plans to replace trees that are being taken out. Village Superintendent of Recreation and Parks Paul Blake explained, “normally the trees that are on village property or unused green space are automatically added to the next planting list… with trees removed in front of residents’ homes (curbside) we wait for the resident to make a request, because believe it or not some residents do not want a tree in front of their home.” Mayor Mary Carter Flanagan said around town she’s heard residents’ concerns about the reduction in the total number of village trees, with many lost due to severe weather and others that died in various ways. The mayor would like to see the department’s policy revised because people are busy and many homeowners may not know that the responsibility is theirs to contact the village and request a replacement for a tree that was removed. “I think we may want to go in a direction that assumes everyone will be getting a tree, letting them know that it’s coming because I think we do realize that our tree-lined streets are very important to Garden City. And if they object I understand that is more complicated, but I think the way to proceed is assuming all the trees would be replaced,” Mayor Carter Flanagan said on January 18. Superintendent Blake reported that a municipal employee makes the rounds to advise any residents about trees near their home that are to be removed. The form that is left in mailboxes includes the note to contact the Recreation and Parks’ office if the resident would like a replacement tree planted.

“We are doing the outreach and within the last two weeks, some residents have stopped us from putting in trees in front of their homes. We can discuss the policy going forward but I certainly understand your concerns, mayor,” Blake noted. Trustee Kelly also asked about the Rec. and Parks’ electronic inventory of village trees. Blake explained that from years’ of data recorded using the GIS (Geographic Information System) and more recently with the TreePlotter software purchased in 2023, there’s tree data on four tablets and laptops used by the new village arborist and department crews. “We were able to migrate the data from GIS over onto the TreePlotter system, and we have a fairly up-to-date inventory on these mobile devices. In the field when a tree is taken down it immediately goes into a record on the software; it’s realtime effective at that point,” Blake said. The village has removed about 140 ash trees to date, due to damage by invasive species of insects. Blake advised the Board, “we still have a lot of ash trees in the village and our policy is to not take them down until they really have to come down…if they have 50% of greenery or more we try to hold on to them.” He adds that Rec. and Parks also tried an injection (treatment) for three Ash trees on Hilton Avenue, and their condition is being monitored closely. The tree injections cost approximately $600 combined. “It involves a process that could have benefits to young, not matured Ash trees as we might be able to save some of them. We checked with our onboarding arborist before pursuing the injections and he thought it made sense, and we’ll see in the springtime about the results of it,” Blake commented.

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BY TONY SENA On Saturday, January 20th, the New York Islanders announced that former Stanley Cup Champion goaltender Patrick Roy would become the Islanders' new head coach. The Islanders responded immediately by winning their first game for the new coach on Sunday evening at UBS arena in Elmont against the Dallas Stars in overtime. The Islanders are fighting to make the playoffs and the team rallied behind the new coach. In speaking with the media, Roy commented that he is “very excited about this opportunity to coach the Islanders.” He led a very spirited first practice with the Islanders earlier on Sunday morning when he met the players for the first time. Roy also likes the enthusiasm of the fans and "wants the fans to come to our games and be excited." During his playing days, Roy was a tough competitor who played with both

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grams, enhance the educational experiences of our children, promote family engagement, and advocate for every child. If you’re interested in being a part of this important annual process, email executivevp@gardencitypta.org before January 31!

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Grab your calendar to mark down these important upcoming dates & deadlines from across the school district. You can keep an eye on the PTA website and the GCUFSD website “Events” page for even more detail on what’s happening across all seven schools. • February 13 – GCUFSD Bond Vote • February 15 – All Schools PTA Meeting via Zoom (link sent in email)

Your Membership Matters!

Please take a minute today to visit www.gardencitypta.org to rejoin for the new 2023–24 school year. While there, click the “Get Involved” tab to see the many volunteer opportunities with the PTA overall, and with your child’s specific schools. We can’t wait to work with you this year!

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The Garden City PTA will hold our Annual Fundraising Dinner on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at the Garden City Hotel. This year’s dinner theme is "A Future So Bright." By participating in the dinner, every educator, parent, and member of our school community can ensure that our students’ futures are brighter than ever! We are looking for donations of exciting raffle baskets ($250+ value) and enticing silent auction items ($500+ value) to help make the evening a success! If you would like to show your support of the PTA and this event, please consider joining together with your family, friends, neighbors or club and donate a raffle basket or silent auction item. If you have a connection to sports tickets, concert venues, vacation properties or experiences, please consider donating as these make very exciting prizes. Donated items will be on display at the dinner and listed in the evening’s program. Email dinnerdonations@gardencitypta.org if you plan to donate or have any questions. Please help us make a difference!

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WHY WE SUPPORT ISRAEL We support Israel because its democratic values align with our own.

We support Israel because, despite misinformation and disinformation, its embattled people believe in truth and justice, and its embattled defense forces actively seek to protect innocent lives amidst a war it did not provoke. We support Israel because its people have sought peace and reconciliation for close to 100 years, only to be thwarted time and time again by an ideology that denies the Jewish People’s right to self-determination. We support Israel because it represents an ancient civilization based on Jewish values of repairing the world, steeped in innovations that have provided millions of people the world over with lifesaving and life-affirming inventions. We support Israel in its absolute right to defend itself and free its people from captivity. Over 200 fathers, mothers, grandfathers, grandmothers, and their children and grandchildren were taken hostage. Its women were raped and their babies murdered. We support Israel because in its imperfection, it strives to do better; because in a world filled with cynicism, dictatorships, and despots bent on evil, Israel is a beleaguered bastion of decency and hope. Americans of all walks of life, of all political ideologies, of all cultures and ethnicities, recognize the difference between those who threaten Israeli freedom and ours, between those who would destroy a democratic people and those who will defend themselves to assure the safety of all of us. Bishop Dr. Danilo Archbold The Zephaniah Movement Church of God International

Stacey Feldman Executive Director The Marion & Aaron Gural JCC

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David Black Executive Director Nancy Waldbaum, President Sid Jacobson JCC

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Cathedral of the Incarnation High Altar restoration to begin BY THE REV. DR. MICHAEL T. SNIFFEN The Cathedral’s High Altar is a masterpiece of 19th century art and craftsmanship. Designed by Henry Harrison and carved in Belgium, the altar is the visual focal point for Eucharistic fellowship in the Cathedral. It is also a teaching tool on the life, death and resurrection of Jesus. As originally designed, the altar is fully carved on all sides. The south and north sides of the altar depict the Annunciation and the Appearance of Jesus in Emmaus. On the east side of the altar are three scenes from the life of Christ: the Nativity in Bethlehem, the Crucifixion, and the Harrowing of Hell. On the west side of the altar are three scenes from the Hebrew Bible: the Temptation of Adam and Eve, the Sacrifice of Isaac, and Moses with the Bronze Serpent (as seen in original drawing by Harrison). Due to changing liturgical tastes, the altar was revised in the 1960’s. The masonry work was not well done and the exquisite design and visual impact of the altar was undermined. The revised altar we see today inhibits use of the canon's stalls in the Apse and renders the presider’s stall unusable. As part

of the ongoing restoration of the fabric of the Cathedral undertaken in Dean Sniffen’s time, the High Altar will now be restored to its original glory. In the coming weeks, the altar’s intricate stonework will be disassembled, cleaned and repaired. The brass pins which hold loose stones together will be replaced. The side panels which were rotated ninety degrees to enlarge the altar in the 1960’s will be put back into place. The marble inlays in the top of the altar will be repaired. Upon completion, the upper sanctuary will be as it was when the cathedral was completed in 1885; with more room around the altar and restored use of the canon's and presider's stalls. Due to the restoration project timeline, the High Altar will not be in use during Lent. It is anticipated that the restored High Altar will be used for the first time at the Great Vigil of Easter with Bishop Provenzano presiding. Tours of the Cathedral are available by appointment. Contact Arleen in the Cathedral office at 516-746-2955 x194 or at Cathedral@IncarnationGC.org. Come and see the beautiful cathedral at the center of Garden City and learn its’ fascinating history.

Dean Sniffen and Bishop Provenzano review the needed restoration.

Dean Sniffen explains importance of the altar and the restoration.

Dean Sniffen responds to questions about the altar and the planned restoration.

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Property Owners’ Associations hold JCC meeting

Current members of the POA leadership! Always supportive of your CAP candidates.

Your 2024 CAP Candidates: Vinny Muldoon, Judy Courtney, Jessica Tai and Bruce Torino. SUBMITTED BY THE GARDEN CITY PROPERTY OWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS For over 100 years, the Community Agreement has been the very bedrock of our local government and the JCC, the Joint Conference Committee, has grown and evolved in a way that has allowed us to remain true to the original mission statement of our founding fathers, yet answered the calls of some our residents to change or rework procedures that will allow for the next generation of residents volunteers to continue to work to preserve the history of the village and keep it the beautiful place it is today. In that spirit, last week, the four Property Owners’ Associations held their JCC meeting, in part, to introduce

the POA slate of candidates running for your votes. The CAP proudly gives you: Judy Courtney, Vinny Muldoon, Bruce Torino and Jessica Tai. Although these trustees candidates hail from various parts of our village, they are expected to work for the greater welfare of the entire Village, while working closely with their respective POAs and their constituents, regardless of opinion or political affiliation. While candidate biographies will be forthcoming, each potential trustee took a few moments to eloquently introduce themselves and give a brief synopsis of why they decided to run, and why now, what they feel is lacking and what they can bring to the collective table. Of note, two candidates, Vinny Muldoon and Jessica Tai, spoke of being first

EPOA President June Reiter opens the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance, a brief history of the CAP, the POAs and election rules here in Garden City and an introduction of the Community Agreement Candidates.

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Candidate Judy Courtney and resident discussing the upcoming election concerns.

Your POA Student Ambassador program is alive and well! generation immigrants, and how giving back to their communities is something that is very deeply engrained in them, while Bruce and Judy could point to an adult lifetime of volunteering for the GC residents. All four are campaigning united in their and the POAs position of working to ensure the Casino project does not materialize, to objectively address the issues of St. Paul’s, to keep a much closer and needed eye on some of the village finances, but the most critical issue, the one which was mentioned many times over, to work with all residents, to not remove or refuse to renew the terms of dedicated volunteers who have worked on committees merely because their viewpoint may differ, to get back to a village where people may speak freely and true transparency is valued. There will always be big issues, long after the Casino and St. Paul’s are settled; how we go about running our village is here to stay.

For more information on each of these candidates, please visit www.gardencitycap.org and for any information, including membership forms, for your own POA, you may log onto the shared site: Village of Garden City Property Owners Associations at www.gcpoas. org and find your appropriate POA, a short bio on each candidate and election information. Election Day is March 19th. Please stay tuned to these sites, and each POA’s social media pages for campaign events, information to secure your own absentee ballot, early voting rules and your regular POA meeting schedule. Please take some time to get involved in your own POA. One need not attend every meeting to make your membership worthwhile, but staying tuned in to newsletters and meeting minutes is the absolute best way to keep your finger on the pulse of your Village!

THE VIEW FROM HERE

The Iowa Caucuses and Beyond BY BOB MORGAN, JR. This is written as the votes in the New Hampshire primary are being cast and counted. More analysis on the Presidential race next week. I really don’t want to write three political horse race columns in a row. So let’s switch gears to discuss the state of another January competition that has captured wide interest around the country — the National Football League playoffs. In most respects, the NFL seems to be having a pretty good year in this season and postseason. Playoff television ratings are up sharply from last year, with the Chiefs-Bills contest last Sunday drawing over 50 million viewers, the most watched divisional playoff game in league history. Of course, with the rise of streaming, there is a premium on television programming that people need to watch live, and the NFL certainly has benefited from that. In addition, while not quite as suspenseful as the epic games of two years ago, most of the playoff games have been fairly close contests not fully decided until the fourth quarter. The NFL has managed to nurture a number of star players with distinct on and off the field personalities. None of these is more notable than Patrick Mahomes of the Kansas City Chiefs, who shows great ability to read defenses, spot receivers but at other times to beat opponents with great runs as well. Off the field, he has developed an amusing persona in State Farm insurance commercials, and his wife, Brittany, has become a well recognized figure in her own right. Last Sunday’s game was a great matchup in Buffalo between Mahomes and the Bills’ very talented quarterback, Josh Allen. The game might have been headed for overtime except for a very untimely missed field goal. The NFL is also benefiting from a certain glitz factor this year on account of the romance between Kansas City tight end Travis Kelce and music superstar Taylor Swift. While football purists may not always relish the attention paid to Swift’s appearances at games, you

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can hardly fault the league for using the couple to get extra viewers among casual fans. On a somewhat more serious note, the league seems to have gotten past some of the recent divisive culture war issues. The Covid era is over, so there are no issues of vaccinations or compliance with other health protocols. And even more significant, the controversy over standing for the national anthem seems to have ended, with all of the players appearing to participate in the ceremony. The level of racial and ethnic strife seems to be receding, perhaps aided by the league’s appropriate adoption of antiracism initiatives. None of this is to say that everything is running perfectly in the NFL in this playoff time. Indeed, there are a number of areas where the NFL might consider improvements. One area is in a review of some archaic rules. One example came up in the Kansas City-Buffalo game when the Chiefs were on the Bills’s one yard line and fumbled the ball, which went out of bounds in the end zone without being recovered by either team. For some inexplicable reason, this play is considered a touchback and the ball goes over to the defensive team. Another source of fan complaints is putting playoff games on streaming television networks that are not accessible to viewers without an additional fee. While the league can do what it wants, it really should reconsider this. Finally, there is the continuing problem with officiating. Frankly, NFL refereeing is almost an impossible job, given the speed and size of the players. There are already challenges, but some plays (such as penalty decisions) are unreviewable. I might give each team one opportunity per game to challenge any decision and get a booth review, whether the decision is normally reviewable or not. Overall, the NFL gets credit for putting on a pretty good show again this year, with maybe a few tweaks or improvements needed.

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WHAT’S NEW AT THE GARDEN CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY

It’s What’s Happening for Young Adults Through the Library SAT/ACT Practice Exam with C2 Education

Take the practice ACT or SAT exam with C2 Education on Tuesday, February 20, at 10 a.m.. This program is for students in Grades 9–12. Registration begins Tuesday, January 30, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Registrants should choose either the ACT or SAT exam to take. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. Please note, the SAT is going digital starting with the March 2024 SAT. Therefore, for the SAT, students will be taking the digital version of the test at this practice exam. Participants can only sign-up one time with C2 Education to take the digital SAT; if you have previously taken the digital SAT with C2 Education, you will not be able to take it again. The ACT will be offered as paper and pencil only. Registrants who want to take the digital SAT must bring their own device to take the test on. Registrants who want to take the digital SAT must bring their own device to take the test on. Students should bring chargers for their device to take the digital practice exam on, plus a calculator if they want to have it. In order to set participants up in C2 Education’s system for the digital exam, C2 Education requires the following information: name, school, email, phone, and grade. Registrants must confirm when they register that this information can be sent to C2 Education. All registrants must register in advance for this program no later than February 14 at 4 p.m. Registrants must arrange with C2 Education to receive their results.

VolunTeen Artists

Are you artistic? Then join us on Wednesday, January 31, at 6 p.m. for our VolunTeen Artists program and work on art projects for the Library! Participants will earn community service by participating in this program. This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12. Registration began Tuesday, January 23, online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tweens and Teens Yarn Group

Tweens and teens in Grades 4–12 can learn how to knit or crochet during our Tweens and Teens Yarn Group that will be held on Thursday, February 1, at 4 p.m. Registration began Tuesday,

January 23, online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Participants will be able to take home knitting needles or crochet hooks to continue working on their projects, but must return the knitting needles or crochet hooks they are using by Friday, February 16. Tweens and teens in Grades 6–12 who know how to knit or crochet can volunteer at this program! Please contact Laura Giunta at laurag@gardencitypl. org if you are interested in volunteering. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can also receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Teen Crafternoon: Stitched Felt Valentine Ornaments

Stitch together your own felt heart and lovebird ornaments for Valentine’s Day during Teen Crafternoon: Stitched Felt Valentine Ornaments on Saturday, February 3, at 3 p.m. This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12. Registration began Tuesday, January 23, online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Teen Perler Bead Creators

Join us on Monday, February 5, at 4 p.m. for Teen Perler Bead Creators. This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, January 30 at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tree Ornaments for Community Service: Shamrock Ornaments

Earn community service by painting ornaments for the Garden City Public Library’s Tweens and Teens Department’s Ornament Tree! Each volunteer will receive three ornaments and a set of paint pens to decorate their ornaments at home. Paint pens must be returned to the Library. These ornaments will be used to decorate our new ornament tree each month! For the month of February ornaments are shamrocks, which will be used to decorate the Tweens and Teens

Ornament Tree in March. Registration begins Tuesday, February 6, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Completed ornaments must be returned by Thursday, February 15, to the Library. Registrants will be asked to pick up their ornaments at the Library in order to participate in this community service program. Volunteers must return three decorated ornaments and their set of paint pens in order to receive community service. Volunteers will receive two hours for every three ornaments they submit, at the discretion of the Tweens and Teens Department. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

The next meeting of the Teen Advisory Board will be held on Tuesday, February 6, at 4 p,m. Registration begins Tuesday, January 30, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl. org). The meeting is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12. If you are interested in helping to come up with programming ideas, volunteer ideas, or social media outreach ideas for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12, consider joining the Teen Advisory Board. Online applications are available at https://www.gardencitypl.org/teen-advisory-board-application/ Applicants should be in Grades 6–12.

Teen Paint Night

Join us on Wednesday, February 7, at 7 p.m. for Teen Paint Night. This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12. Registration is required online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tween Thursdays: Heart Canvas Painting

Join us for Tween Thursdays and get creative during our Heart Canvas Painting program! Tweens will paint a heart canvas panel. This program is for tweens in Grades 4–7 and is a joint program with the Children’s and Young Adult Departments. The program will be held Thursday, February 8, at 4 p.m. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, January 30 at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. It is Library policy that parents of children under 10 attending a program remain at the Library throughout and meet the child upon completion of the program.

Tweens in Grades 6 and 7 who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Teen Crafternoon: Free Paint and Craft

Paint and craft at a special Teen Crafternoon: Free Paint and Craft on Thursday, February 22, at 4 p.m. We'll have a variety of art supplies you can use to paint and craft, leftover from previous Crafternoon programs. Please note there's a limited amount of each craft supply, so registrants may not be able to do every craft project. This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12. Registration begins Tuesday, February 13, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Kindness Cards for Community Service

Spread kindness in the community by participating in a special kindness card-making session on Wednesday, February 21, at 6 p.m.! Use art supplies to create cards featuring positive, uplifting messages, and then bring them home to hand out and help brighten someone's day! Participants will earn community service by participating in this program. This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12. Registration begins Tuesday, February 13, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Teen Gamers

Join us for a Special Teen Gamers program for February Break, with a bonus 30 minutes of extra game time! We will have our Nintendo Switch consoles for teens to use as well as tabletop board games and Magic: The Gathering cards for teens to play with. This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12 and will be held Friday, February 23, at 3 p.m. Registration begins Tuesday, February 13, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Friendship Bracelets

It’s What’s Happening for Young Adults Through the Library for Community Service

Make Friendship Bracelets for friends and Library patrons during Friendship Bracelets for Community Service, which will be held on Monday, February 26, at 4 p.m. at the Library. Inspired by the Taylor Swift Eras Tour, create Friendship Bracelets to trade and give to friends and for the Library to give to patrons. At least one bracelet you make must be used for the Library to give out to patrons in order to earn community service. This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, February 20, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Volunteers Needed: LEGO Club

Volunteer to help children Grades K–5 during the monthly Children's program LEGO Club! The February session will be held on Tuesday, February 27. The LEGO Club program runs from 4 p.m.–4:45 p.m. Volunteers are asked to arrive at 3:30 p.m. to help set-up before the start of the program and stay after to help clean up until 5:15 p.m. Volunteers must be in Grades 6–12 only.Registration to volunteer begins Tuesday, February 20, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. This program has been funded by the Friends of

the Garden City Public Library.

Tweens and Teens Dungeons and Dragons

Join us for Tweens and Teens Dungeons and Dragons and learn how to play the fantasy role-playing game Dungeons and Dragons by participating in one of our monthly Dungeons and Dragons Meet-Ups! Beginners are welcome! Each meet-up will feature a new self-contained, one-shot adventure and players will be assigned premade characters to play. Please register via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) to participate in this program. The February session will be held Thursday, February 29, at 4 p.m. Registration begins Tuesday, February 20, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper. Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Bookmarks for Community Service

Earn community service by creating bookmarks for Garden City Public Library patrons! Each volunteer will receive 10 bookmarks to color, decorate, and write positive or library/book themed messages. These bookmarks will be available to patrons to take at the Library. To participate, please register online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for

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availability. While the first week is complete, volunteers can register once each week for the remaining Five weeks for the winter season as follows: • Registration Week Four: Monday, January 29, at 10 a.m. to Friday, February 2 at 4 p.m. • Registration Week Five: Monday, February 5, at 10 a.m. to Friday, February 9 at 4 p.m. • Registration Week Six: Monday, February 12, at 10 a.m. to Friday, February 16 at 4 p.m. Bookmarks should be returned no later than Tuesday, February 29. Registrants will be asked to pick up their bookmarks at the Library in order to participate in this community service program. Volunteers must return 10 completed bookmarks in order to receive community service. Volunteers will receive two hours for every 10 bookmarks they submit, at the discretion of the Tweens and Teens Department. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Tweens and Teens Around the World Recipe Cards for Community Service

Earn community service by participating in the Library's Tweens & Teens Department Around the World Recipe Card Community Service Project! Each volunteer can submit up to five recipe

cards representing their cultural heritage. Recipe cards and volunteer forms can be found at the Library. Volunteers’ recipe cards will be available for other patrons to browse in the Tweens and Teens Room at the Library. Volunteers must use the recipe cards provided by the Library to write their recipes on. Volunteers must have previously made the dish they are submitting a recipe for and must include a review of the recipe in the form of coloring in stars on the recipe card (a recipe can receive up to five stars). Recipes should be legible and written as neatly as possible. All volunteers should cite the source in which they found the recipe on their recipe card (a source can be a cookbook or website, but can also be a family member or neighbor). Volunteers must return a volunteer form with their recipe cards; volunteers do not have to submit all 5 recipe cards at once and should do an additional form for recipes they submit at a later date. Recipes will be accepted from until May 2, 2024. Please return completed recipe cards and the volunteer form to the Community Service Drop-Off Box on the metal cabinet in the Tweens & Teens Room. Volunteers will receive one hour for every recipe they submit, at the discretion of the Tweens & Teens Department.

Tweens and Teens Dungeons and Dragons

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Teens listen intently to the Dungeon Master’s instructions as they go on an imaginary adventure during Tweens and Teens Dungeons and Dragons, which was held on Thursday, January 18, at the Library.

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News from the Children’s Room separate registration is required for each child you wish to attend this program.This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Library. Registration begins Jan. 30 at 10:00 a.m.

registration for each child you wish to attend this program. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Library. Registration begins Feb. 6 at 10:00 a.m.

Dental Care for Preschoolers

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Miss Krysta of Flynotes Music.

Winter 2024 Programming Crafting With Friends

Saturday, Jan. 27 at 11:15 a.m.

Children in Grades K–5 can come to the Library and make a craft. Presented by Mary Maguire. This program is sponsored by Friends of the Garden City Public Library. (Directors include: Mary Alaina Burbage, Joan Trocchia, Kathie Wysocki and others.) Online registration on Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org) with a Library Card is required. A separate registration is required for each child you wish to attend this program. Registration is ongoing.

Preschool Duplo LEGO

Tuesday, Jan. 30 , at 4:00 p.m.

In this new STEM program for children ages 1½–5 years (not in kindergarten) under Librarian supervision, adult caregivers and Teen Volunteers will introduce the child to the creative art of building with LEGO. No registration is necessary. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Play Hooray Babies

Saturday, Feb. 3, at 10:30 a.m.

This fun program is for babies ages birth-18 months, and an adult caregiver. Enjoy movement and music and meet Molly Mouse! Online registration on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl. org) with a Library Card is required. A separate registration is required for each child you wish to attend this program. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Library. Registration is ongoing.

Flynotes Music

Wednesday, Feb. 7, at 3:30 p.m.

This fun music program with Miss Krysta is for children ages birth–5 (not in kindergarten) and their caregivers. Online registration on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) with a Library Card is required. A

February is Dental Health Month. This 30-minute program is for Children ages 1–5 and their adult caregivers. Children and caregivers will join dental hygienist Miss Julie from Smile Starters Pediatric Dentistry, listen to a story, and then learn how to take care of their teeth. Children will also receive a goody bag. Online registration on Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org) with a Library Card is required. A separate registration is needed for each session, and a separate registration is required for each child you wish to attend this program. Registration begins Jan. 30 at 10:00 a.m.

Spanish Language Storytime Friday, Feb. 9, at 9:45 a.m.

Let’s Speak Spanish GC Spanish Language storytime for children ages 3 and 4 with their adult caregivers. Instructors Mary Anne Williams and Gissela Preciado will read books in Spanish and incorporate music and movement in this 60-minute program designed to teach our youngest patrons how to speak Spanish. Online registration on Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org) with a Library Card is required. A separate registration is needed for each session, and a separate registration is required for each child you wish to attend this program. Registration begins Jan. 30 at 10 a.m.

Scratch Art

Saturday, Feb. 10, at 10:30 a.m.

This fun art program is for children in Grades K–2 only. Online registration on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) with a Library Card is required. A separate registration is required for each child you wish to attend this program. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Library. Registration begins Jan. 30 at 10:00 a.m.

Craft for 3 and 4 Year Olds

Wednesday, Feb. 14, at 10:30 a.m.

Children ages 3 and 4 and their adult caregiver will come and do a simple craft with a Librarian. This is a 30-minute program. Online registration on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) with a Library Card is required. You must do a separate

Scratch Art For Grades 3–5

This creative art program is for children in Grades 3–5 only. Online registration on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) with a Library Card is required. A separate registration is required for each child you wish to attend this program. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Library. Registration begins Feb. 6 at 10:00 a.m.

Monthly LEGO Club

Tuesday, Feb. 27, at 4:00 p.m.

This fun STEM program is for children in Grades K–5 only. No registration is necessary. Seating is on a firstcome, first-served basis.

Baby Start

Friday, Feb. 29, at 1:30 p.m.

This half hour program is designed to introduce babies ages birth–2 years and their caregivers to the wonderful world of library programs! Activities include music, movement, fine and gross motor development and circle time. Early literacy, early usage development, socialization and group play skills are introduced. Online registration on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) with a Library Card is required. A separate registration is needed for each child you wish to attend this program. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Library. Registration begins Feb. 13 at 10:00 a.m.

Mother Goose Storytime

This fun 30-minute storytime is for children ages birth–2 and their caregivers. Join a Librarian and enjoy stories, music and rhymes and books. Online registration on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) with a Library Card is required. A separate registration is required for each session and for each child you wish to attend this program. • Tuesday, February 27, at 10:30 a.m. Registration begins Tuesday, February 13, at 10:00 a.m. • Tuesday, March 5, at 10:30 a.m. Registration begins Tuesday, February 27, at 10:00 a.m. • Tuesday, March 12, at 10:30 a.m. Registration begins Tuesday, March 5, at 10:00 a.m. • Tuesday, March 19, at 10:30

a.m. Registration begins Tuesday, March 12, at 10:00 a.m. • Tuesday, April 2, at 10:30 a.m. Registration begins Tuesday, March 26, at 10:00 a.m. • Tuesday, April 9, at 10:30 a.m. Registration begins Tuesday, April 2, at 10:00 a.m. • Tuesday, April 16, at 10:30 a.m. Registration begins Tuesday, April 9, at 10:00 a.m.

Preschool Storytime

This 30-minute program is for children ages 2–5 (not in kindergarten) and their caregivers. Join a Librarian and enjoy stories, music and movement. Online registration on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) with a Library Card is required. A separate registration is required for each session and for each child you wish to attend this program. • Tuesday, February 27, at 11:30 a.m. Registration begins Tuesday, February 13, at 10:00 a.m. • Tuesday, March 5, at 11:30 a.m. Registration begins Tuesday, February 27, at 10:00 a.m. • Tuesday, March 12, at 11:30 a.m. Registration begins Tuesday, March 5, at 10:00 a.m. • Tuesday, March 19, at 11:30 a.m. Registration begins Tuesday, March 12, at 10:00 a.m. • Tuesday, April 2, at 11:30 a.m. Registration begins Tuesday, March 26, at 10:00 a.m. • Tuesday, April 9, at 11:30 a.m. Registration begins Tuesday, April 2, at 10:00 a.m. • Tuesday, April 16, at 11:30 a.m. Registration begins Tuesday, April 9, at 10:00 a.m.

Library Policy

It is Library policy that all children under age ten must be accompanied by a parent or designated responsible person while in the Library. Also, if the young child is attending a Library program, we require the parent or designated responsible person to remain in the Library throughout the program and meet the child upon completion of the program More programming information for the winter and spring coming soon. Each program requires a separate registration on Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). A separate registration is required for each child you wish to attend these programs. Please do not register additional children in the comment box as they are not counted by Eventkeeper, and there may not be sufficient materials for participants.

to recognize the signs in yourself and others. (30 Minutes). Dementia Conversations - When someone is showing signs of dementia, it’s time to talk. The Alzheimer’s Association Conversations about Dementia program is designed to help you talk to your family about some challenging and often uncomfortable topics around Alzheimer’s and dementia. (30 Minutes).

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Fifth grader earns News from the Garden City Public Library perfect score in vocab challenge

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The film “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” will be shown at the Garden City Public Library on Monday, January 29.

Monday Movies

Monday Movies presented by the Friends of the Garden City Library:

January 2024

1/29: “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” - 2023, 154 min

February 2024 - “Love is In the Air”

2/5: “An Affair to Remember” - 1957, 115 min 2/12: “When Harry Met Sally” - 1989, 96 min 2/19: Closed for President’s Day 2/26: “Casablanca” - 1942, 102 min

February 2024 Programs Alzheimers Association 3 Part Series: Part 1

Monday, February 5, from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia - Learn about detection, causes, risk factors, stages and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease (30 Minutes). Effective Communication Strategies - This program provides practical information and resources to help dementia care partners learn to decode verbal and behavioral messages from people living with dementia (30 Minutes).

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Monday, March 4, from 7:00–8:30 p.m. in Large Meeting Room 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease - Learn the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease, hear from people who have the disease, and find out how

Monday, April 2, from 7:00–8:30 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room Managing Money: A Caregiver’s Guide to Finances - This interactive program offers information about how caregiving impacts finances, preparing for discussions about finances, and steps to lower chances of financial abuse. You will also learn about legal and financial documents that should be put in place. Registration is required for each session and began Monday, January 15, online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) or call the reference desk at (516)742-8405 x 5236 or or email: Speaking of books@gardencitypl.org

John Kenrick Hamilton The Man, The Musical, The Phenomenon

Thursday, February 8, from 1:00–2:30 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room Join Entertainment Historian John Kenrick in his presentation of “Hamilton - The Man, The Musical, The Phenomenon.” Mr. Kenrick will share performance videos and give insight into how the fascinating life of America’s controversial founding father became an acclaimed Broadway musical. No registration is required. Contact Adult Services - 516-742-8405 ext. 5236 or email: Speaking of books@gardencitypl. org,

Rhonda Kay and the Backstage Trio

Sunday, February 11, from 2:00–3:00 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room Come and enjoy an afternoon of music with Rhonda Kay and her band, The Backstage Trio. They perform the best of Broadway songs, beautiful jazz standards, and songs from the American songbook. Registration is required on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Contact Adult Services - 516-742-8405 ext. 5236 or email: Speaking of books@ gardencitypl.org This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

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Lucia Hora and Evangeline Berbari scored a perfect 20 and 19, respectively, in the first of three meets in this year's WordMasters Vocabulary Challenge.

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Lucia Hora, a fifth grader at Stratford School, received a perfect score in the first of three meets in this year’s WordMasters Challenge — a national vocabulary competition involving nearly 125,000 students. The challenge is an exercise in critical thinking that first encourages students to become familiar with a set of interesting new words (considerably harder than grade level), and then challenges them to use those

words to complete analogies expressing various kinds of logical relationships. Competing in the Blue Division, Hora was one of only 43 fifth graders nationally who received a top score of 20. Additionally, another Stratford fifth grader, Evangeline Berbari, achieved an outstanding result of 19. Both students were coached in preparation for the challenge by teacher Taylor Macdowell.

Upcoming bond vote, GCMS programs topics at BOE meeting From page 3 bers can expect additional updates on these projects and others in the coming weeks. Sinha provided additional information on Governor Kathy Hochul’s “Back to Basics” literacy plan for the state. Two Garden City administrators recently attended day-long, state-hosted webinars focusing on the plan’s main components: phonemic awareness, phonics, comprehension, fluency and oral language.

Other District updates

The 2024-25 school calendar is live on the Garden City Public Schools website, the GCHS open house is set to take place on January 30, Kindergarten registration is underway and more 2024-25 UPK registration information is coming soon. The next Garden City Board of Education work session will take place on Tuesday, February 13 at the GCHS beginning at 8:15 p.m. The bond vote will take place that same day in the same building; polls will close at 9 p.m.

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John Ellis Kordes This is a photo I took last August of Nelson DeMille and his three children Alex, Lauren and James. The occasion was Nelson’s 80th birthday celebration at the Cherry Valley Golf Club. I have done a lot of photography for Nelson DeMille over the last two decades, including his current headshot for the jacket of his books. For those who may not know, he is a renowned novelist with 23 books, seven of which were NY Times bestsellers. Recently, I was able to sit down with Nelson in his office on Hilton Avenue and chat about his life. He was born on August 23, 1943, in Jamaica Queens. His father , Huron DeMille, was French Canadian, and his mother, Antonia (Molly) was Italian. During WWII Nelson’s father joined the U.S. Navy and served from 1943-45. When Nelson was five years old, his family moved to Elmont, NY. His father was a builder and built over 1,500 houses in post-war Elmont in an area known as “Argo Village.” Nelson had three younger brothers Dennis, Clark and Lance (today they are all deceased). In 1962, Nelson graduated from Elmont Memorial High School and then attended Hofstra University, majoring in History and Political Science. In April 1966, Nelson DeMille made a life changing decision. When many young men were looking for ways to avoid the Vietnam War, Nelson left college looking for adventure and enlisted in the Army. By November of 1967 he found himself halfway around the world in Vietnam. This was still a time when most Americans could not find Vietnam on a map. He rose to the rank of 1st Lieutenant

and as an infantry platoon leader with the First Calvary Division he saw action. He received several honors including a Bronze Star. He returned home from Vietnam in November 1968. He had kept a journal while in Vietnam and he began to consider becoming a writer. Perhaps he would write a great war novel he thought at the time. After three years total in the Army, Nelson found himself back at Hofstra University in September 1969 where he eventually graduated. In 1971, he married his first wife, Ellen, and they lived in an apartment on Hilton Avenue in Hempstead. Although he worked at various jobs in the early 1970s, he was able to write his first book, The Sniper and have it published in 1974 at the age of 31. Eventually, he and his wife moved to Sixth Place in Garden City (near Franklin Court). In 1978, his daughter Lauren was born and in 1980 his son Alex arrived. Also in

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1980 they moved to a new home on Kensington Road across from the Garden City Community Church. By this time, the books kept coming. In 1978 By the Rivers of Babylon was published and in 1981 Cathedral came out and he was on his way. However, by the early 1980s he was divorced and now living in Port Washington, NY. The mid-1980s found Nelson remarried and back in Garden City on Tenth Street. The 1980s and 1990s would prove to be his most prolific period of writing with much success including his favorite book in 1990, The Gold Coast. By 2002, Nelson separated from his second wife and was living at the Wyndham Condominiums in Garden City. In 2007, he married his third wife Sandy and they had a son, James, together. I actually photographed that wedding and James’ christening. In 2004, Nelson had built a German-style Tudor up on “the hill” in Garden City. Sadly, Sandy passed away in 2018.

This year, 2024, Nelson DeMille celebrates 50 years as an author. His books are now published in over 40 countries around the world. He loves the freedom writing has provided and his inspirations often come from current events. Most of his books have been written with a pencil and legal pad in his office on Hilton Avenue where he has been for decades. As far as his life in Garden City, he has no regrets. He feels it’s a great place to raise a family with great schools. His two older children Lauren and Alex both graduated from Garden City High School and attended Columbia and Yale Universities respectively. His youngest child James, now 17, attends the Portledge School on the North Shore. What surprises me the most is that more of Nelson’s books have not been made into movies. There’s one major motion picture made of The General’s Daughter and two cable TV movies made of Mayday and Word of Honor, but there should have been many more - but what does Hollywood know?! As for the future, Nelson continues to write. A new book is due out in the spring of 2025 called The Explorers Club an action adventure thriller set in the Mid-East. Will his children follow in his footsteps? Well, Alex has already written two books with his father’s assistance Blood Lines and The Deserter. Someday, maybe Lauren, a psychologist, will try one. As for James, well when he gets older and if he decides to become an author he already has the right middle name - James “Nelson” DeMille.

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NYS Will Be in Path of Totality for April 8 Solar Eclipse – Plan Now EDITED BY KAREN RUBIN TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM A gigantic swath of New York State will be in the path of totality of the April 8, 2024 Solar Eclipse. The total solar eclipse will begin around 3:20 pm (the time will differ depending what part of the state you are in), and last up to 3 minutes and 38 seconds depending on your vantage point, with about an hour before and after totality when you see the moon begin to cover and then recede. The regions, cities, towns and villages where the viewing is most ideal – a 124-mile wide path stretching from Chautauqua-Allegheny to the majestic Niagara Falls in Greater Niagara, over the pristine Finger Lakes, mighty Adirondacks, and magical Thousand Islands-Seaway are taking on a festival atmosphere, and attractions, from the Adirondack Sky Center & Observatory to the Rochester Museum & Science Center are hosting events even days before.

Best Viewing Spots in Greater Niagara

Curated by Emma Frisbie, Digital Content Coordinator for ILOVENY. com Imagine viewing the total solar eclipse while overlooking the roaring waters of Niagara Falls, surrounded by the 14,000-acre “Grand Canyon of the East,” or enjoying festivities leading up to lively celebrations on the big day. At most of these sites, trained staff will be on site with proper equipment for safe viewing including telescopes with specialized filters and eclipse glasses. Niagara Falls: Elevate your total

can learn more about the eclipse, take a tour of the solar system, and pick up solar eclipse viewing glasses for a $2 donation. Fort Niagara State Park offers unobstructed skies combined with waterside views of the Lower Niagara River and Lake Ontario. The 504-acre park is home to gorgeous scenery, woodland hiking trails, year-round living-history programs and the historic Old Fort Niagara (parking is $8/ car). Buffalo Harbor State Park, 10 minutes from Downtown Buffalo, offers gorgeous viewing spots from sandy beachside vistas of Lake Erie to the outdoor patio at Charlie’s Boatyard restaurant. Also, the 264acre Tifft Nature Preserve is next A gigantic swath of New York State will be in the path of totality of the April 8, door with five miles of hiking trails, boardwalks, and hands-on exhibits. 2024 Solar Eclipse. (Map: I LOVE NY/NYS Dept. of Economic Development) Genesee County, with its sprawlsolar eclipse viewing experience Public Libraries, the Niagara Falls ing rural landscapes and low light from one of the world’s greatest nat- Underground Railroad Heritage pollution, makes for an ideal eclipse ural wonders, Niagara Falls State Center, the Aquarium of Niagara, viewing experience, plunging the Park. The park itself has 400 acres the Niagara Power Vista, the Niagara county into a deep twilight revealing of stunning landscapes, so you’re Falls Culinary Institute, and Niagara stars, planets, and a level of darkness larger metropolises won’t be able to sure to find a prime location for this Falls State Park. once-in-a-lifetime event. Prospect Beaver Meadow Nature Center rival. Plan to spend the weekend for Point and Goat Island offer waterfall offers the natural beauty of 324 acres four days of eclipse festivities throughvistas with unobstructed skies. Not of meadows, ponds formed by glaciers, out the county. The Batavia Downs only will Niagara Falls prove to be an boardwalk trails and wooded forests. Gaming & Hotel is planning an eclipseexceptional vantage point, but when Significantly, this spot is known for themed party with on-site hotel the eclipse is viewed through the per- its breathtaking clear skies, ideal for packages, themed menus, live music, petual rainbow that lingers just above viewing our galaxy at night through- gaming promotions and giveaways the falls, the color of the light will out the year so is sure to be an amaz- and viewing glasses to watch the change from rainbow to monochro- ing spot for the big day-turned-to-night eclipse from the infield race track. matic pink. About a 10-minute drive event. The center will also be hosting The Genesee County Park, Forest, & north is Whirlpool State Park where a family-friendly viewing event. Book Interpretive Center will be presentyou can watch the event alongside a stay at the rustic and cozy Beaver ing informational videos, self-guided the roaring Niagara River Rapids. On Meadow Cabin on-site for a more activities, crafts and activities for the the days leading up to the eclipse, secluded experience. Leading up to kids, and a telescope with a solar filter NASA will be providing free public the event, the Buffalo Astronomical special for eclipse viewing. programming and exhibits throughout Association Observatory is presentContinued on next page the area, including Niagara Falls ing monthly public nights where you

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NYS Will Be in Path of Totality for April 8 Solar Eclipse – Plan Now Continued from previous page Whitworth Ferguson Planetarium at Buffalo State College is hosting a watch party complete with special viewing glasses. At the 14,000-acre Letchworth State Park, known as the “Grand Canyon of the East you can revel at totality alongside one of the three magnificent waterfalls, named Upper, Middle, and Lower Falls, Scenic views are accessible by bike or car throughout the park and on 66 miles of hiking trails. Make it an eclipse weekend and stay at one of Letchworth’s 19 cabins and cottages, which can be booked now at ReserveAmerica.com. The Glen Iris Inn is also within the park and provides a special viewing experience next to Middle Falls where it might even get a little misty.(NOTE: While Letchworth State Park will be open for public viewing, space will be limited. For public health and safety, no new visitors will be admitted once capacity is reached.) You can also view the eclipse at: Batavia Downs Gaming & Hotel, Genesee County Park, Forest & Interpretive Center, Lakeside State Park, and Orleans County Marine Park. Campgrounds such as Four Mile Creek State Park with 50 campsites and Golden Hill State Park with 25 campsites make for great eclipse stays that can be booked now on ReserveAmerica.com. See the full blogpost: https://www. iloveny.com/blog/post/best-2024-total-solar-eclipse-viewing-spots-in-greater-niagara/

Best Viewing Spots in Chautauqua-Allegheny

Curated by Marta Zielinska, Managing Editor of ILOVENY.com Chautauqua-Allegheny region offers the chance to experience solar eclipse totality amid enchanting mountains, tranquil lakes and bountiful vineyards. Allegany State Park Red House and Quaker areas offers 65,000 acres of primitive forested valleys, two

sandy beaches, pristine lakes, miles of hiking trails, and picnic spots under the open sky for viewing the celestial spectacle. With 165 campsites, cabins and cottages open for booking, you can turn your eclipse adventure into an extraordinary eclipse getaway, giving you more time to experience the park’s natural beauty and its two museums and restaurant. Griffis Sculpture Park, one of America’s oldest and largest sculpture parks, features 250 enormous structures of steel and other materials that set in the woods, fields, and even ponds of this sprawling 450-acre art wonderland, creating a spellbinding setting to witness the cosmic dance of the sun and moon. Typically open from May through October, the park will welcome visitors for this rare celestial spectacle. The 360-acre Long Point State Park, a moraine left long ago by a retreating glacier, juts peninsula-like into Chautauqua Lake and is popular for fishing, hiking, and picnics. Head over to the marina or beach on April 8, 2024 for the park’s best views of the total solar eclipse over Chautauqua Lake. Jamestown Riverwalk: Jamestown, the hometown of the iconic comedienne Lucille Ball, is the first city in New York State to achieve totality on April 8, 2024, happening just seconds shy of 3:18 pm. Experience the cosmic phenomenon from a bridge or bench on the Jamestown Riverwalk, a five-mile urban trail system that winds its way through downtown along the Chadakoin River. The trail connects to the National Comedy Center and is an easy walk to the Lucy Desi Museum. Views from Lake Erie: The 355acre Lake Erie State Park in Brocton is located on a high bluff that offers breathtaking views of the sky and water. Evangola State Park’s beautiful arc-shaped shoreline and natural sand beach lined with low cliffs of Angola shale makes for another great spot for eclipse and Lake Erie views; the park has 25 campsites that can be reserved for

eclipse weekend. The historic Dunkirk Lighthouse has some of the most stunning views of Lake Erie. Scenic Vineyards in Lake Erie Wine Country: The oldest and largest Concordgrape-growing region in the world is where you can raise your glass as you raise your gaze to the skies at any of the more than 20 wineries nestled along the southern shore of Lake Erie. Among them: Johnson Estate Winery, Sparkling Ponds and Noble Winery, which delivers stunning panoramic views of Lake Erie from its expansive porch. Audubon Community Nature Center, a 600-acre wildlife sanctuary, has five miles of easy hiking trails that wind through fields, woods, and wetlands with observation towers and an accessible overlook offering ideal views of the natural landscape and spectacular celestial show. You can also view the eclipse at: Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History, Chautauqua Lake Rest Area, Dunkirk Harbor, Point Gratiot Park and Lighthouse, Barcelona Lighthouse State Park. See the full blogpost: https://www. iloveny.com/blog/post/best-2024-total-solar-eclipse-viewing-spots-in-chautauquaallegheny/

Best Viewing Spots in the Thousand Islands-Seaway

Curated by Emma Frisbie, Digital Content Coordinator for ILOVENY.com Thousand Islands-Seaway offers awe-inspiring lighthouses, historic battlegrounds, and celebratory atmosphere in which to experience this once-in-alifetime cosmic phenomenon on April 8, 2024. Some of the best places to view the total solar eclipse include: Historic Thompson Park in Watertown. has a Total Eclipse of the Park weekend of festivities starting April 5 with the grand finale viewing event on April 8. The park is 574 acres and sits atop a hill that overlooks the city of Watertown which means you’ll be able

to look up and look out across the city (www.watertownnewyorkeclipse.com). Witness this star-studded celestial occasion from the star-shaped fort dating back to the 1840s at Fort Ontario State Historic Site, a clear sky viewing spot right on Lake Ontario, with 36-acres of open air and waterside views. (Admission: $4/adults, $3/seniors 62+ and students, free for children under 12 and active military.) Robert G. Wehle State Park offers 17,000-feet of Lake Ontario shoreline from which to view the eclipse. The 1,100acre park features unobstructed skies and waterfront views, some visible from 80-foot limestone cliffs overlooking the lake. You can explore the Wehle residential compound and even make a reservation for up to eight people to stay at the cottage overnight for the ultimate secluded eclipse weekend. Peer up at this cosmic event while you peer out at the sparkling waters of the St. Lawrence River at Wellesley Island State Park, with 2,600 acres boasting sandy beaches, miles of scenic hiking trails, and breathtaking Thousand Islands views. Plan an eclipse weekend at the campground with 21 cabins and cottages (book your reservation now at ReserveAmerica.com). Other viewing sites include: Tibbetts Point Lighthouse, Cape Vincent; Fort de La Présentation/AbbéPicquet Trail; Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site offers 70 acres of open fields and lookouts of Lake Ontario. See the full blogpost: https://www. iloveny.com/blog/post/best-2024-total-solar-eclipse-viewing-spots-in-the-thousandislands-seaway/ More information at iloveny.com ____________________________ © 2024 Travel Features Syndicate, a division of Workstyles, Inc. All rights reserved. Visit goingplacesfarandnear. com

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The Reason for Exercise BY CHARLYN FARGO If what you eat matters more than how much you exercise when it comes to weight loss, do you still need to exercise? Absolutely. Even if the scale doesn’t budge, you’ll feel better, live longer and be happier. A study published in the Journal of Nutrition reminds us that, for children and adults, the foods we choose daily determine our weight. But that’s no reason to give up your time on the treadmill. An in-depth study on children in Ecuador compared the lifestyles, diets and body compositions of children who live in rural

areas to other children living in towns. They found, not surprisingly, that the rural children who run, play and scour the area for food were leaner and more active than the town children. Moving to town meant added weight due to the change in diet. Researcher Sam Urlacher, an assistant professor of anthropology at Baylor University in Waco, Texas, has been studying the Shuar people in the Amazonian Ecuador for some time. He tracked the body compositions and energy expenditure of 77 children between the ages of 4 and 12. The children in town ate far more meat and dairy products than rural children,

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as well as white rice and candy, and they moved less. His conclusion? How much children eat influences their body weight more than how much they move. So why is regular exercise so important? Being healthy isn’t all about the number on the scale. Here are seven reasons to exercise: No. 1: It can help control weight gain and maintain weight loss. No. 2: It combats health conditions and diseases, including strokes, many types of cancer, high blood pressure, anxiety and arthritis, to name a few. Continued on next page

Some quintessential ways to work BY CLAIRE LYNCH My friend, Kate, always wanted to run her own deli because the delicatessen business always was in the family. Her father ran a deli on Long Island and her grandfather operated a deli in Queens. Kate always worked part-time at the family deli which in hindsight she says was the best way to learn the business. After graduating from high school Kate went to college where she majored in accounting. In her free time she naturally helped out at the deli. She was comfortable there and it gave her the chance to learn key aspects of the business - doing inventory, ordering food and drinks. Over the years Kate worked a number of different management jobs but in the back of her mind she yearned to open her own store and have a dedicated staff of employees. When Kate heard that the deli owner on Main Street was retiring and selling the store, Kate jumped at the chance to buy it. She told me later that when opportunity knocks it’s up to us to seize the moment. That was 15 years ago. Kate’s deli is open six days a week so on Sundays her employees can go to church and visit with relatives. Kate has 18 full-time employees that work different shifts - they overlap at lunchtime, which is the busiest time, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. One of the gang, Kate helps with taking orders, making sandwiches, packing “to-go dinners” and doing the dishes. I’ve seen Kate at work and she’s definitely a team player - she’s the chief cook and bottle washer. Catering is a large part of Kate’s business. Her deli delivers platters of sandwiches with side dishes to schools and companies and also for bridal showers, birthday parties, etc. Her homemade pastries, gourmet cookies and bagels are a big hit, too. Kate is proudest of

her homemade salads because she uses recipes that have been passed down from generations in her family and many of her employees’ families. They are secret recipes and Kate said she will never reveal them. NY potato salad, German potato salad, home style potato salad, macaroni salad and other options are available at lunchtime. The food industry has its ups and downs and I’ve seen Kate roll with the times. When Covid-19 hit Kate and her staff stepped up and offered more individual meals to go. Many people appreciated that convenience. She always seems to persevere when the going gets tough. For any business to thrive and grow it has to adapt to the changing times. In college, my friend Brenda volunteered to be a deejay for the university’s radio station. She was so excited about doing it and always found time between her studies and socializing to fit it in. Brenda was majoring in music theory so being a deejay was right up her alley. After graduating, when Brenda moved back to Long Island and found a fulltime job as a deejay playing rock ‘n roll, she was so excited. She had the chance to put her experience and knowledge of music theory to use. I have always been happy for friends who majored in a certain subject, did an internship or some other entry level job then moved onto better paying jobs in their field. It had always been Brenda’s dream to work in the music industry. She had never learned to play the guitar and she didn’t have a great singing voice but as a deejay, Brenda found her niche. She knows how to speak reassuringly to people and she knows how to spin those records. She knows that people turn on the radio and listen to the music and to her chatter at home and in their cars. When the listeners turn to a station at a certain time of day they hear Brenda or one of the other

N U T R I T I O N N E W S Continued from previous page No. 3: It improves your mood. Endorphins in our brains are stimulated, which makes us feel happier, more relaxed and less anxious. No. 4: It boosts energy by delivering oxygen and nutrients to tissues and helps the cardiovascular system to work more efficiently. No. 5: It promotes better sleep. No. 6: It puts the spark back into your sex life by enhancing arousal, improving energy levels and increasing confidence about physical appearance. No. 7: It can be fun, helping us unwind and connect with friends. To maintain weight, we need 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity or 75

minutes of vigorous aerobic activity a week, according to the Department of Health and Human Services. (To lose weight, they increase the amount of moderate activity to 300 minutes or more a week.) In addition, strength training exercises are recommended at least two times a week. Whether you spread those times throughout the day or all at once isn’t critical. What matters is just to be active Charlyn Fargo is a registered dietitian with SIU School of Medicine in Springfield, Illinois, and the current president of the Illinois Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. For comments or questions, contact her at charfarg@aol.com or follow her on Twitter @NutritionRD. . COPYRIGHT 2024 CREATORS.COM

regular deejays. Over time the technology in the music business has changed but Brenda has kept up. She is still in the music business and whenever I bring up the subject of what we both ended up doing she always says how happy she is to be fulfilling her lifetime dream. Then she laughs and adds that as a girl she recalls hearing “The Monkees” hearing their songs and seeing them on TV. Her favorite Monkees’ song is “Daydream Believer” and Davy Jones was always her favorite. He was the cutest one of the four, Brenda says. Then she starts singing the song and I can’t help but join in with her: “Oh, I could hide ‘neath the wings Of the bluebird as she sings The six o’clock alarm would never ring But six rings and I rise Wipe the sleep out of my eyes My shavin’ razor’s cold and it stings Cheer up, Sleepy Jean, oh, what can it mean To a daydream believer and a homecoming queen? …”

My friend, Glenn, works as a jewelry designer which I find fascinating. He got his MFA in jewelry and fine metalworking in NYC and after getting some experience he and his fiancé moved to Doylestown, Pa., near her family’s home. Glenn started selling his jewelry locally and in Philadelphia which is just 33 miles east of Doylestown. They like Doylestown because it is a small city with a small-town feel. It has a number of writers’ and artists’ organizations plus has a music conservatory. It’s not far from the Delaware River where Glenn and his fiancé like to canoe and have a picnic. What I like about Glenn’s jewelry is that each piece is unique. He has got a creative flair and that is reflected in all of his work. I’ve noticed that people like purchasing those one-of-a-kind pieces to dress up outfits. Those fashion accents stand out and they are definitely conversation pieces. What I learned from Kate, Brenda and Glenn is how important it is to follow your dreams. Work doesn’t feel like work when you love what you do.

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Not All Bureaucrats Work For the Government BY TOM MARGENAU

Well, this week I learned that not all bureaucrats work for the government. They can be found in any organization anywhere, in the public sector and the private sector. They are there anytime rules need to be enforced. And in today’s column, I’ll ponder if that’s a good thing or a bad thing. Here’s the story. This year, my wife and I will be reaching our 50th wedding anniversary. And of course, I want to do something special to mark the occasion. Actually, I want to do a whole bunch of special things throughout the year. One of those is a trip I was planning to a resort destination. (It’s not too important to divulge where that trip would be taking us.) Anyway, as part of the planning, I found a perfect place to stay. (It was perfect, in part, because it’s the same place we went on our 25th wedding anniversary.) It’s a popular place to stay in a popular tourist Mecca. And they had a hole in their vacancy calendar that fit perfectly within my other plans for this trip. But here was the problem. It was a 6-day hole, and this place has a 7-day minimum stay requirement. So the reservations agent turned down my request. (That was bureaucrat number one.) I appealed to the reservations manager and was turned down again. (That was bureaucrat number two.) But she told me I could take my case to the resort manager. I did. And I made these points. One: our planned stay would be just one day shy of their minimum stay rules. Two: the unit we would be staying in would sit vacant for those six days. Wouldn’t they rather have a paying customer using the place? And finally, three: Hey, it’s our 50th anniversary! How many of those do you get in a lifetime? But guess what? Bureaucrat number three, the resort manager, turned down my request. He said, “Rules are rules. And we have a very strict seven-day minimum stay requirement.” At first, I was upset. But I soon got over it. After all, there are lots of beautiful places to stay in this country and around the world. And I’m sure I’ll find someplace nice to celebrate a half-century of wedded bliss with my wife. But this incident got me pondering the whole idea of rules and why we have them and why we need people to carry out those rules. I’ll use what I know best -- the Social Security Administration and the people who work for it -- as an example. I recall many years ago, when I still worked for the SSA, taking a claim from a woman who was filing for benefits as a divorced wife on her ex-husband’s account. The law says to get such benefits, you must have been married for at least 10 years. What the law actually says is that your marriage must have reached its 10th anniversary before the divorce became final. Well, in this woman’s case, her di-

vorce decree was signed just two days before their 10th anniversary. So I had to tell her that her claim was going to be turned down. She appealed to me (as I’m sure I would have done if I was in her shoes) that she was just two days, a measly 48 hours, shy of the -10year rule. My heart sided with her. After all, there really was no difference between a 10-year marriage and a nine-year-and363-day marriage. But as a government agent, a bureaucrat if you will, I had to carry out the law. And that law said you must be married 10 years. The law didn’t say “about 10 years” or “sort of close to 10 years.” It said 10 years. Lots of times, bureaucrats get lambasted for being too rigid and too narrowly focused on carrying out the rules and regulations of the organization they work for. But what a chaotic country we’d have if this wasn’t so.Suppose I had the power to tell the lady with the nine-year-and363-day marriage that we’d let it slide and allow her to get divorced wife’s benefits. What about the next woman who comes in and is just one week shy of the 10-year rule? Do we let her get benefits, too? How about somebody who is a month shy? Do you see my point? The law draws a line somewhere. And a government employee’s job is to carry out that law precisely as it’s written. It’s not the employee’s job to interpret the law they way he or she thinks it should be interpreted. If you want examples of the chaotic mess this can create, let me take you back to the early 1970s. The welfare programs in this country were a mess. There was not one national welfare program. Rather, there was a hodgepodge mix of programs, sometimes run by state agencies, but often run by individual counties or even cities and towns. And many times, the people running these programs were not good bureaucrats carrying out the laws. They were bad public servants who enforced their own version of how they thought the rules should be. In one county in the South, a local welfare official was routinely denying benefits to anyone who was not white. In another jurisdiction in the North, the welfare administrator saw to it that her friends and family got higher benefits than they were due. Stories like this went on and on. That’s why President Richard Nixon decided to nationalize the welfare system by creating the Supplemental Security Income program and letting it be run by the federal agency that, at the time, got the highest marks for efficiency and good public service. And that would be the Social Security Administration. (I have written past columns about the effect that had on the SSA, and will no doubt write more about it in the future.) For now, I can just tell you that the welfare mess was straightened out by letting good public servants (bureaucrats if you will) run the program. So now let me circle back to those “bureaucrats” who denied my offer to fill a

six-day hole in their vacancy calendar. On the one hand, I understand their thinking. A seven-day minimum stay probably ensures they are not letting rabble-rousers onto their property for “one-night stands.” On the other hand, my 80-year-old wife and I haven’t roused any rabble in many

years. And I’m trying to recall the last onenight stand we had. (At our age, 15-minute stands are all we can manage!) Still, I see their point. Rules are rules! If you have a Social Security question, Continued on next page

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Be aware when hiring your attorney BY PHILIP A. RAICES You did your search and traveled to a multitude of homes to find your “next place to call home.” Finally, after almost 6 months and 500+ miles, you settled on your first home, a 3 bedroom and 1 ½ bath place. You went through and performed all of your negotiations, through the haggling, stressful, and tense moments; treading lightly on eggshells, and doing whatever was necessary and required that you had to do (of course legally, lol) to have an agreed and accepted price. However, you’re somewhat happy but not ecstatic with your broker, as they weren’t really at the “top of their game” when it came to all the details and minutiae. Then you ordered your inspection and had it completed. In the meantime, you still haven’t hired an attorney and are asking your broker or salesperson for suggestions as well as getting recommendations from family and friends. However, one of the very best places to check on those that you are considering using is to go online and check their reviews and testimonials. This will be your best source for seeing what their current and previous clients experienced with the services that they provided. You surely want to make sure that your attorney has never been convicted of stealing any escrow money. I am sure some of you have read in the papers of some lawyers who have absconded clients’ money and co-mingled it with their accounts to buy luxury cars, jewelry, vacations, and pay their bills. I had a situation when I was in my late twenties in the purchase of a building in Floral Park for my previous Landscape Design and Professional lawn tree and shrub application business. My attorney who was referred to by my real estate broker, I found out later on, never sent my downpayment and contract back to the seller’s attorney. I ended up losing the property

SOCIAL SECURITY AND YOU Continued from previous page Tom Margenau has two books with all the answers. One is called “Social Security -- Simple and Smart: 10 Easy-to-Understand Fact Sheets That Will Answer All Your Questions About Social Security.” The other is “Social Security: 100 Myths and 100 Facts.” You can find the books at Amazon.com or other book outlets. (If ordering the “Simple and Smart” book from Amazon, click on “See all formats and editions” to make sure you are getting the 2024 edition.) Or you can send him an email at thomas.margenau@comcast.net. COPYRIGHT 2024 CREATORS.COM

but with the assistance of my manager, I was fortunate to at least get back all of our money. The way in which I was able to accomplish this is a story for another day and column. We are in desperate times for some attorneys, who on the surface had been very professional and honest but decided for whatever reasons, to steal clients’ money and were caught red handed. You should also speak to the choices that you have, to find out their fees. In this column, I will not provide an exact amount that attorneys charge. I do offer recommendations when my clients ask. However, the price range that I have seen and experienced for a local lawyer can be as little as $850 up to $2500 or possibly more for a Manhattan professional. Some client’s experiences were horror stories with the bargain basement types. They will speak with you in the beginning and then only be handled by their paralegals during the process going forward, and maybe not even see them at the closing either. So you must proceed with caution to narrow down your choices to the one that you will hire to be the most knowledgeable, transparent, and have the most expertise and communicate with you right through to the closing. The best one will provide you the quality service that you deserve at the most reasonable and affordable fee; or what I call the “biggest bang for your buck.” But keep in mind that you get what you pay for and “cheap is expensive and sometimes expensive is cheap” when all is said and done. However, before you hire your attorney, now is the time to ask questions and interview them, which most never do. Unfortunately, you expe-

rience some faux pas and embarrassing situations that have created stress that almost caused your sale to go south. It wasn’t your choice to be in this situation. But circumstances arose that you didn’t know about or aware of, due to your lack of knowledge because you are not an attorney and that is why you hired one. These items, e.g. survey issues, CO’s, etc. should have been carefully addressed before the closing. Your legal representative is the one that is your responsible party for handling your transaction. He or she must do their due diligence in crossing and dotting the T’s and I’s, to make certain that all information is accurately derived appropriately and that no rock is left unturned. In the end, your closing should be a happy and stress-free event. From my personal experiences, I know that the majority of attorneys represent their clients in the most professional and expert fashion. However, there are some, that I ponder how they ever passed their bar exam; and the same with some real estate salespersons too. Although this is not a normal occurrence for the most part, every business has its Pros and then there are the cons, if you know what I mean? If you purchasing an HOA, condo or coop, you must be sure that who you hire has sufficient experience and knowledge in executing these types of sales as they are handled much differently than residential property. Don’t just hire anyone on a whim because of a referral or recommendation. As I have conveyed to you, be prepared and do your due diligence with the most careful research in becoming a Sherlock Holmes. This will benefit you, in being cognizant of who

will be your best representative. You must always remember that you are spending a lot of your or your family’s hard-earned dollars when purchasing your home. As I have said in previous columns, it is the most valuable asset in building your long-term wealth that the majority will own in their lifetimes. Your job is to keep as much money in your pocket as possible; but realize that everyone needs to earn a living, so hire the best attorney that you can, that you will have excellent rapport with and hopefully a long-term relationship when it comes to legal matters Philip A. Raices is the owner/Broker of Turn Key Real Estate at 3 Grace Ave Suite 180 in Great Neck. He has 42 years experience in the Real Estate industry and has earned designations as a Graduate of the Realtor Institute (G.R.I.) and also as a Certified International Property Specialist (C.I.P.S.) and has earned his National Association of Realtors “Green Industry designation for eco-friendly construction. He will provide you with “free” regular updates of sold and new homes in your town via the Multiple Listing Service of Long Island (MLSLI) or go to https://WWW. Li-RealEstate.Com and you can “do it yourself (DYI) and search on your own. For a “FREE” no obligation 15 minute consultation, as well as a “FREE printout or digital value analysis of what your home might sell for in today’s market without any obligation or “strings” attached call him (516) 647-4289. Save his My New Electronic signature/Bio/Reviews to save to your contacts: https://onetapconnect.com/turnkeyrealestate-philraices He can also provide a copy of “Unlocking the Secrets of Real Estate’s New Market Reality, and our Seller’s and Buyer’s Guides for “Things to Consider when Selling, investing or Purchasing your Home.

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Little Ways to Save Big! BY MARY HUNT

The secret to starting a serious savings program is to look for small, painless ways to save, and then repeat them consistently over and over again. Look for hidden savings every place that you spend. It all adds up quickly when you are consistent -- even the nickels and dimes.

SAVE THE CHANGE

Here’s a challenge: Get a big jar and set it somewhere in the house where everyone can see it every day. Now as you save a bit here and a little more there, put that money into the change jar. When you save 15 cents for each gallon of gas you pumped into the car this morning, take the time and effort to really pub those coins or bills into the jar. You “saved” it, so now it’s time to really save it. If everyone participates, you’ll be on your way to big savings and money-saving attitudes. Even little ones get excited when they see a big jar begin to fill. Come up with a plan for how you use the jar of savings. The possibilities are endless, and that’s what makes saving so rewarding.

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matically in the past years. That means you could be overpaying. Ditto for your auto insurance if you are not getting all the discounts to which you are entitled. Spend an hour on the phone getting several quotes on this same coverage you have presently. If you get a lower price, don’t cancel what you have. Instead call your current company’s agent and present the facts. Ask them to match the lower premiums quote to keep your business. Chances are very good that they’ll jump at the chance to keep you as a happy customer.

CUT THE SODAS

Whether you buy them by the case or by the glass in a restaurant, sodas are becoming outrageously expensive! The change is simple: Convert to water. Think it out for 21 days in a row and you’ll have it licked. The money you don’t spend on fountain and other sugary drinks will add up big in a year’s time. Bonus: Improved health. Sugar and artificial sweeteners are at the least unhealthy and, at the most, toxic.

Every grocery store/supermarket has weekly sales in every department from produce to meat, dairy, bakery and pantry staples, too. And every week, the sales change. So, instead of creating your grocery list out of thin air, plan all your meals (kids’ school lunches, too) around what’s on sale in the store’s current weekly flyer. If you are diligent to stick to sale items only and don’t overbuy, you can easily cut your grocery bill by a significant amount.

MAKE A CALL

Mary invites you to visit her at Every-

Haircuts ($75) and color ($150) every six weeks were killing Sue Miller, a reader from Texas. Then she approached a woman in line at the store to find out where she got that great haircut. Now Sue goes to the same local beauty college where senior students (under close supervision) give her the latest style and color techniques for a fraction of the cost: $18 for cut, $60 for color. “It’s like putting $147 back into my pocket every six weeks,” she told me. Interested? Do a quick online search to find a school of cosmetology in your area.

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EAT THE SALES

dayCheapskate.com, where this column is archived complete with links and resources for all recommended products and services. Mary invites questions and comments at https://www.everydaycheapskate.com/contact/, “Ask Mary.” This column will answer questions of general interest, but letters cannot be answered individually. Mary Hunt is the founder of EverydayCheapskate.com, a frugal living blog, and the author of the book “DebtProof Living.” COPYRIGHT 2024 CREATORS.COM

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Attracting Cardinals to My Bird Feeder BY JEFF RUGG Q: I started feeding birds back when I was forced to stay home. I do get several species of birds daily but not cardinals. They come maybe once a week. I am wondering: What can be done to attract them more often? A: Cardinals, like all animals, need food, water and shelter. They also don’t live everywhere, and in the areas they do live, they may not be common, especially along the fringes of their overall range. So, 99% of what I say in this article applies to anyone trying to attract any particular kind of bird. Everyone seems to love cardinals.

When I had a wild bird store (not selling wild birds, but rather selling all the stuff to attract them), we sold a lot of other bird stuff. We had clothing, suncatchers, coffee mugs and lots of other stuff that bird pictures could be placed on. Cardinals and hummingbirds sold the best, followed by chickadees, goldfinches and bluebirds. Cardinals are seed-eaters most of the time. They raise their young by feeding them mostly insects. In the winter, we attract them to our bird feeders using sunflower seeds, safflower seeds and maybe peanuts or cracked corn. They will eat suet if it is in a feeder available to them. To prevent starlings from eating all the suet in a few hours, we often hang the suet upside down so woodpeckers and chickadees can get it but not the starlings. Cardinals can’t get it in the upside-down feeder either. The best feeders for cardinals have long perches. Many tube feeders have short perches to keep blackbirds off, but they are not the best fit for cardinals either. A tray under the tube feeder will help. Hopper style feeders with wide perches are great for cardinals. To attract them the rest of the year, we plant a diverse landscape that has different kinds of plants that will attract different kinds of insects. As for water, they are attracted to moving water more than still water. When I

turn my waterfalls back on in my backyard pond after having the pond off for cleaning, the birds come for a bath within minutes. But birds will use a birdbath if that is what is available. Birds do take baths in the winter. They maintain waterproof feathers with oil from a gland near their tail. Oil attracts dirt and dirt attracts water, so the birds need to wash off the dirty, oily feathers and re-oil their feathers with clean oil. Birdbath de-icers are not expensive and don’t use much electricity. Cardinals are not migratory. They need shelter from winter weather, and they need shelter to build a nest. Evergreens and dense shrubbery that isn’t pruned into tiny balls will help provide shelter year-round. If you were bright red and afraid of predators, you might be a bit shy, just like cardinals. They use landscaping to hide and to scout out an open area before entering it. They will often sit in the shrubs watching the feeders before they fly out into the open to sit on a feeder. Placing the feeders near shrubs helps as long as it is far enough away that squirrels and cats can’t use the shrubs to get to the feeders. Cardinals often come to feeders early in the morning and late in the afternoon when they feel safer. And to that point, your cardinals may be coming to your yard more often than you think. You

might want to try one of the bird feeders with a built-in camera so you can see what was at the feeder when you weren’t looking. Since they aren’t migratory, once you provide the proper food, water and shelter, they will stay around. And, if you are not in the cardinal’s normal range, you won’t get them. They have been expanding their range to the north for decades. They can be found from Maine across the Great Lakes into Minnesota, then down the Great Plains into Mexico and Central America. And since people are never satisfied with nature, they have been released into Bermuda, southern California and Hawaii. The desert southwest has the ‘almost cardinal’ with the hard-to-pronounce name Pyrruloxia. If you want to see who has cardinals -- and who doesn’t? -- join the worldwide bird count Feb. 16-19. To find out more, go to birdcount.org. Email questions to JefPf Rugg at info@ greenerview.com. To find out more about Jeff Rugg and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate website at www.creators.com. COPYRIGHT 2024 JEFF RUGG DISTRIBUTED BY CREATORS

Orion’s Great Stellar Nursery BY DENNIS MAMMANA Week of Feb. 4-10, 2024 In his 1926 book “The Universe of Stars,” the American astronomer Harlow Shapley wrote: “We are therefore made out of star stuff ... we feed upon sunbeams, we are kept warm by the radiation of the sun and we are made out of the same materials that constitute the stars.” Since then, others have made similar references to “star stuff” and “stardust”, including astronomer Carl Sagan and folk singer Joni Mitchell. It’s all quite poetic, but what does it mean? It means that the materials out of which we are composed -- the carbon in our DNA, the iron in our blood, the calcium in our bones -- were forged ages ago within distant stars and blasted into space during those stars’ dying moments. After drifting through our galaxy for eons, this chemically rich stellar ash merged with existing interstellar clouds where it triggered the birth of new stars and planetary systems. And, in at least one place -- right here on Earth -- formed life itself. It’s not tough to find places where similar activity occurs today. We need only to look toward the brilliant constellation Orion, now appearing in our evening sky. In ancient mythology, Orion rep-

resents a hunter, with its three equally bright stars appearing in a straight line forming his “belt.” Just to their south hang several faint stars that outline his “sword.” One of these stars may appear rather fuzzy to you. Aim binoculars or a small telescope in its direction and you’ll see one of the most marvelous sights in all the heavens. It’s known to astronomers as M42: the Great Orion Nebula. M42 is a colossal cloud of interstellar gas and dust that lies nearly 9,000 trillion miles, or 1,500 light-years, away and is illuminated from within by the light of brilliant young stars. Today we know it as one of the most prolific star- and planet-birthing regions in our galactic neighborhood -- a veritable stellar nursery. With even a small backyard telescope under a dark sky, you’ll see the delicate structure of this stellar birthplace and, near its center, a tightly packed cluster of four bright stars (the “Trapezium”) that illuminate the cloud from within. These are young stars, only about 300,000 years old. Now, while that may sound ancient to us humans, to a star it’s quite a short time. Since the stars of the Trapezium will most likely live for 10 million years or so, 300,000 years to them is equivalent to about three years to a human. And, amazingly, you can see these “toddler” stars with nothing more than a small backyard telescope! Larger instruments show us much more. Recently, astronomers using

the James Webb Space Telescope have found dozens of planet-sized bodies drifting among these stars. Whether the star stuff that produced these bodies will also give birth to life remains to be seen. In the meantime, just gazing up at Orion and its great nebula reminds us that the stars are our ancestors, for it is they that have forged the raw materials

-- the star stuff -- to make all life possible. And that’s a pretty remarkable concept to ponder while gazing into a starry night sky. Visit Dennis Mammana at dennismammana.com. COPYRIGHT 2024 CREATORS.COM

The elements in our bodies now were once part of stars like the ones in the Trapezium.

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A Chip Off the Old Tooth BY TRACY BECKERMAN After making it through the challenges of Thanksgiving, the trials of Black Friday, and the marathon of Christmas and New Year’s, I chipped a tooth brushing my teeth. I’d have to say that typically I am not an aggressive tooth brusher. I have an electric toothbrush that does most of the brushing for me, and it’s generally a pretty amicable electric toothbrush. (Unlike my Roomba, which seems to have anger management issues. But that’s another column.) Since I didn’t do it and the toothbrush didn’t do it, I had to assume it was just one of those things that happens when you get into midlife that defy explanation ... like when you throw your back out putting on socks, or sprain your earlobe getting out of bed. When you’re a kid and you lose a tooth, it’s a cause for celebration. Everybody cheers and the tooth fairy

comes and stuffs money under your pillow, and if you’re lucky, and the missing tooth is in the front, you can spit milk out the hole at your sister. But when you’re an adult, nobody cheers except the dentist, who is going to make some serious dough fixing your chipped tooth. That is, of course, assuming your dentist is in town so he could fix your chipped tooth. But mine was not. Mine was on vacation all week, somewhere far away, where a semi-hysterical, 59-year-old woman wouldn’t bother him with a chipped tooth emergency. The good news was, the chipped tooth wasn’t causing me any pain. However, the gaping void in my mouth made me look like a witch, or perhaps a pirate, or my Great Uncle Hymie from the old country who didn’t believe in climate change or dentists. While this look would have been great for Halloween, it was not so great for my regular, post-Hallow-

een, work-related Zoom calls. It was my center front tooth, on the bottom, where everyone could see that I had a chipped tooth when I talked. And if I didn’t talk, they might suspect something was up when I smiled and they saw my tongue escaping through a hole in my teeth. Realizing this could be a distraction on my calls, I tried to think of some way to temporarily overcome the problem. I recalled that when my kids were younger and had braces, they would occasionally use a form of dental wax to help with the discomfort. I thought that if I got some of this dental wax and molded it into the shape of a tooth, I could use it to fill the chip. It was a good idea, in theory, but the problem was, when I stuck it to my tooth, it wouldn’t stay put and I kept swallowing it. “I don’t know what to do,” I said to my husband. “I keep swallowing my dental wax.” “So, just use more,” he replied.

“I don’t know,” I said. “I’ve swallowed so much wax I think I might be growing a candle in there. Or a box of crayons.” “I’m sure it’s harmless,” he said. “But if it bothers you, don’t use it.” “But I’m going to look really funny on my video calls.” “Honey, I know it seems like a big deal to you,” he said. “But I didn’t even notice until you told me.” I looked in the mirror and smiled. I looked like a hockey player. “Are you sure?” I said. “Absolutely,” he said, staring straight at my mouth. “I always tell you the tooth, er, truth.” Tracy Beckerman is the author of the Amazon Bestseller, “Barking at the Moon: A Story of Life, Love, and Kibble,” available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble online! You can visit her at www. tracybeckerman.com COPYRIGHT 2024 CREATORS.COM

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Yields 6 to 8 servings 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon garlic powder 3 pounds whole chicken wings

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NASSAU COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE OF NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER’S SALE OF TAX LIENS ON REAL ESTATE From page 12 Notice is hereby given that commencing on February 20th, 2024, will sell at public on-line auction the tax liens on certain real estate, unless th the owner, mortgagee, occupant of or any other party in interest in such real estate shall have paid to the County Treasurer by February 15 , mail were intercepted, altered, 2024 the total amount of such unpaid taxes or assessments with the interest, penalties and other expenses and charges against the property. and cashed. Such tax liens will be sold at the lowest rate of interest, not exceeding 10 percent per six-month period, for which any person or persons shall offer to take the total amount of such unpaid taxes as defined in Section 5-37.0 of the Nassau County Administrative Code. Unregistered vehicle Effective with the February 2019 lien sale Ordinance No. 175-2015 requires a $175.00 per day registration fee for each person who intends to A Rockaway Avenue motorbid at the tax lien sale. Ordinance No. 175-2015 also requires that upon the issuance of the Lien Certificate there is due from the lien buyer a Tax Certificate Issue Fee of $20.00 per lien purchased. Pursuant to the provisions of the Nassau County Administrative Code at the discretion ist was charged with driving an of the Nassau County Treasurer the auction will be conducted online. Further information concerning the procedures for the auction is unregistered vehicle and excesavailable at the website of the Nassau County Treasurer at: sive speed on January 22nd. https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/526/County-Treasurer th Should the Treasurer determine that an in-person auction shall be held, same will commence on the 20 day of February 2024 at the Office of What’s the point? The County Treasurer 1 West Street, Mineola or at some other location to be determined by the Treasurer. A list of all real estate in Nassau County on which tax liens are to be sold is available at the website of the Nassau County Treasurer at: A victim reported on https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/527/Annual-Tax-Lien-Sale January 23rd that his email th A list of local properties upon which tax liens are to be sold will be advertised in this publication on or before February 07 , 2024. account was hacked, and his Nassau County does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission to or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, travel points were stolen from programs, or activities. Upon request, accommodations such as those required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) will be provided his credit card account. to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in all services, programs, activities and public hearings and events conducted by the Treasurer’s Office. Upon request, information can be made available in Braille, large print, audio-tape or other alternative formats. For additional information, please call (516) 571-2090 ext. 1-3715. Unlicensed operation Dated: January 24, 2024 THE NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER A Rockaway Avenue motorMineola, NewYork________________ ist was charged with unlicensed TERMS OF SALE operation, speeding, and passSuch tax liens shall be sold subject to any and all superior tax liens of sovereignties and other municipalities and to all claims of record which the County may have thereon and subject to the provisions of the Federal and State Soldiers’ and Sailors' Civil Relief Acts. ing a stopped school bus on However, such tax liens shall have priority over the County's Differential Interest Lien, representing the excess, if any, of the interest and January 23rd. penalty borne at the maximum rate over the interest and penalty borne at the rate at which the lien is purchased. The Purchaser acknowledges that the tax lien(s) sold pursuant to these Terms of Sale may be subject to pending bankruptcy proceedings Identity theft and/or may become subject to such proceedings which may be commenced during the period in which a tax lien is held by a successful On January 23rd a victim bidder or the assignee of same, which may modify a Purchaser's rights with respect to the lien(s) and the property securing same. Such bankruptcy proceedings shall not affect the validity of the tax lien. In addition to being subject to pending bankruptcy proceedings and/or the reported that their identity Federal and State Soldiers' and Sailors' Civil Relief Acts, said purchaser's right of foreclosure may be affected by the Financial Institutions was stolen and used to open an Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act(FIRREA),12 U.S.C. ss 1811 et.seq., with regard to real property under Federal Deposit Insurance unauthorized bank account. Corporation(FDIC) receivership. The County Treasurer reserves the right, without further notice and at any time, to withdraw from sale any of the parcels of land or premises NASSAU COUNTY Unlicensed operation herein listed. The Nassau County Treasurer reserves the right to intervene in any bankruptcy case/litigation where the property affected by the NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARIN tax liens sold by the Treasurer is part of the bankruptcy estate. However, it is the sole responsibility of all tax lien purchasers to protect their VILLAGE OF motorist GARDEN CITY, NEW A Meadow Street legal interests in any bankruptcy case affecting their purchased tax lien, including but not limited to the filing of a proof of claim on their behalf, NOTICE OF PUBLIC PURSUANT T was charged with HEARING unlicensed covering their investment in said tax lien. The Nassau County Treasurer and Nassau County and its agencies, assumes no responsibility for DOMAINaPROCEDURE LAW operation and passing stop any legal representation of any tax lien purchaser in any legal proceeding including but not limited to a bankruptcy case where the purchased MEADOW STREET DRAINAGE IMPROVEM sign on tax lien is at risk. NOTICE ISJanuary HEREBY 23rd. GIVEN that a public hearing The rate of interest and penalty at which any person purchases the tax lien shall be established by his bid. Each purchaser, immediately after Hearing”), pursuant to Article 2 of the New York S the sale thereof, shall pay to the County Treasurer ten per cent of the amount for which the tax liens have been sold and the remaining ninety Domain Oven Procedure smoke Law, will be held by the Villag per cent within thirty days after such sale. If the purchaser at the tax sale shall fail to pay the remaining ninety per cent within ten days after he “Village”) on the City 8th dayPolice of February, Garden and 2024, at 7:3 has been notified by the County Treasurer that the certificates of sale are ready for delivery, then all amounts deposited with the County Village Hall, located at 351 Stewart Firefighters responded to aAvenue, Gard Treasurer including but not limited to the ten per cent theretofore paid by him shall, without further notice or demand, be irrevocably forfeited 11530, in connection with the Meadow Street Pro Franklin Avenue store for a by the purchaser and shall be retained by the County Treasurer as liquidated damages and the agreement to purchase shall be of no further below. fire alarmisonconsidering January 23rd, but effect. Time is of the essence in this sale. This sale is held pursuant to the Nassau County Administrative Code and interested parties are The Village undertaking a proje referred to such Code for additional information as to terms of the sale, rights of purchasers, maximum rates of interest and other legal foundDrainage it was activated by oven Street Improvement Project”), said pro incidents of the sale. thesmoke. following: Furthermore, as to the bidding, (1) The acquisition of two twenty-five (25) foot lots 1. The bidder(s) agree that they will not work with any other bidder(s) to increase, maintain or stabilize interest rates or collaborate with any on Meadow Street in the Village, which are an ex Leaving theidentified scene by the following tax map other bidder(s) to gain an unfair competitive advantage in the random number generator in the event of a tie bid(s) on a tax certificate. Bidder(s) Place, and are On January 23rd a black further agree not to employ any bidding strategy designed to create an unfair competitive advantage in the tiebreaking process in the “Property”): upcoming tax sale nor work with any other bidder(s) to engage in any bidding strategy that will result in a rotational award of tax certificates. sedanVillage reportedly left City the scene of Garden 2. The tax certificate(s) the Bidder will bid upon, and the interest rate(s) bid, will be arrived at independently and without direct or indirect Lotafter Tax Map Number striking and damaging consultation, communication or agreement with any other bidder and that the tax certificate(s) the Bidder will bid upon, and the interest rate(s) A a vehicle Map ofparked Garden at CityAdelphi to be bid, have not been disclosed, directly or indirectly, to any other bidder, and will not be disclosed, directly or indirectly, to any other Lawns, Block 52, Lot A University. bidder prior to the close of bidding. No attempt has been made or will be made to, directly or indirectly, induce any other bidder to refrain from B Map of Garden City bidding on any tax certificate, to submit complementary bids, or to submit bids at specific interest rates. Lawns, Block 53, Lot B 3. The bids to be placed by the Bidder will be made in good faith and not pursuant to any direct or indirect, agreement or discussion with, or error of the Meadow Street Drainage I (2)Set Thein purpose inducement from, any other bidder to submit a complementary or other noncompetitive bid. is to: install drainageand systemGCPD to address floodin The aGCFD 4. If it is determined that the bidder(s) have violated any of these bid requirements then their bid shall be voided and if they were the successful between College and Tremont responded to Place a Clinton Road Street in the bidder the lien and any deposits made in connection with said bid shall be forfeited. Acquisition of the above-described Property will i building for a fire alarm on if any, situa of land, buildings, and improvements, January 23rd and determined Dated: January 24, 2024 THE NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER other real property interests of any kind or nature Mineola, New York it public was set in error. The hearing is intended to inform the prop the public about the proposed acquisition of the Property and to outline and review the public use purpose to be served by the Meadow Street Drai Project. The property owner(s) and public are invi public hearing and to present oral and/or written documents concerning this matter. Please be advised that pursuant to Article 2 of th Advertise your business or service in the main pages of our papers, property owners who may subsequently wish to c Share your life accomplishments condemnation of their property via judicial review in our classifieds section, our Professional Guide, or our Service Directory, with of your neighbors! the basis issues, facts,Put andyour objections raised a and increase your exposure while watching your clientele grow! For additional information, engagement, wedding, please or babycontact Kelly G Clerk, 351 StewartinAvenue, Garden announcement the paper, (and City, New Yo kgalanek@gardencityny.net. it's free of charge for subscribers!) January 19, 2024 Call our offices at 516-294-8900, or visit us at gcnews.com, to learn more! Dated: Email VILLAGE OFeditor@gcnews.com GARDEN CITY By: Kelly Galanek, Village Clerk

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N O T I C E S NASSAU COUNTY BIDS Sealed bids MUST be RECEIVED BY AND DELIVERED TO: PURCHASING DIVISION Inc. Village of Garden City 351 Stewart Avenue Garden City, NY 11530 between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, UNTIL 2:00 PM EST THURSDAY, FEB 8, 2024 at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud, for furnishing the following: POLICE UNIFORMS 2024 Specifications, Form of Bid, and other information may be obtained from the office of the Purchasing Division at the above address or you may download the bid specifications from the New York State Contract Reporter website at the following web address: https://www.nyscr.ny.gov/ contracts.cfm This bid specification will be listed under the Agency Name of: Inc. Village of Garden City Catherine Reynolds Purchasing Agent Dated:1/26/24

NASSAU COUNTY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING VILLAGE OF GARDEN CITY, NEW YORK NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PURSUANT TO THE EMINENT DOMAIN PROCEDURE LAW MEADOW STREET DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing (the “Public ately after Hearing”), pursuant to Article 2 of the New York State Eminent ning ninety Domain Procedure Law, will be held by the Village of Garden City (the ays after he “Village”) on the 8th day of February, 2024, at 7:30 pm, local time, at ounty Village Hall, located at 351 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, New York y forfeited 11530, in connection with the Meadow Street Project, as described no further below. es are The Village is considering undertaking a project (the “Meadow egal Street Drainage Improvement Project”), said project consisting of the following: (1) The acquisition of two twenty-five (25) foot lots, Lot A and Lot B, with any on Meadow Street in the Village, which are an extension of College te. Bidder(s) Place, and are identified by the following tax map numbers (the he “Property”): rtificates. Village of Garden City direct Lot Tax Map Number erest rate(s) A Map of Garden City other Lawns, Block 52, Lot A refrain from B Map of Garden City Lawns, Block 53, Lot B n with, or (2) The purpose of the Meadow Street Drainage Improvement Project is to: install a drainage system to address flooding on Meadow Street e successful between College Place and Tremont Street in the Village. Acquisition of the above-described Property will include acquisition of land, buildings, and improvements, if any, situated thereon, and all other real property interests of any kind or nature. The public hearing is intended to inform the property owner(s) and the public about the proposed acquisition of the above-described Property and to outline and review the public use, benefit and purpose to be served by the Meadow Street Drainage Improvement Project. The property owner(s) and public are invited to attend the public hearing and to present oral and/or written statements or other documents concerning this matter. Please be advised that pursuant to Article 2 of the EDPL, any property owners who may subsequently wish to challenge condemnation of their property via judicial review may do so only on y, the basis of issues, facts, and objections raised at such hearing. For additional information, please contact Kelly Galanek, Village Clerk, 351 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, New York 11530, kgalanek@gardencityny.net. January 19, 2024 n more! Dated: VILLAGE OF GARDEN CITY By: Kelly Galanek, Village Clerk

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With Valentine’s Day around the corner, check out the A.T. Stewart Exchange Consignment and Gift Shop for some great gift ideas. BY MELISSA JAEGER “You’ve gotta have heart. Miles and miles of heart.” (According to the Eddie Fisher lyrics). With Valentine’s Day coming up, we ask you to look into your hearts and contribute to our food drive to benefit The INN. Why not check out your pantry? Or when you’re at the grocery store, pick up extra canned goods, boxed rice and pasta, and other items that could help to make Valentine’s Day special for a family. NOW through Saturday, February 11th, please bring your donations to the Exchange and place them in the bin just inside the shop. (Please don’t leave food items outside, especially since we can experience inclement weather at this time of year). When you contribute, you will receive 10% off your purchase, valid that day only. Please join us for a semi-private Valentine’s Day Shopping Event on Friday, Feb. 9th, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. We will be joined by • Beautycounter – Kim Pawlowski will be showcasing cleaner, safer personal care products, and she will have useful gift ideas • Bohemian Chic NY – Becky Iudica will have oneof-a-kind cover-ups, cardigans and dried flower jewelry • Scout & Cellar – Cara Pasqualina will be selling clean crafted wine & coffee AND introducing a new line of

non-alcoholic wine But you don’t have to wait until then. We have a nice selection of sterling and cubic zirconia necklaces and huggies, hoops and studs -- heartshaped and Van Cleef and Arpels-inspired design -- all reasonably priced. These make ideal gifts for the girl or woman in your life. Or do something a little different and pamper them with beautiful scented Inis products.

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• The Exchange Consignment Shop is housed in The Garden City Historical Society (TGCHS) Museum on 109 Eleventh Street (at the rear of the yellow Victorian house). • All the proceeds from the Shop sales directly benefit TGCHS. • Shop 24/7 online at atstewartexchange.org and pick up your purchases at the Exchange. • Follow and Like Us on the AT Stewart Exchange Facebook and on the AT Stewart Exchange Instagram pages. We sure do get around!

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done Wednesday through Friday 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. by appointment ONLY. Appointments keep down the numbers of people in the Shop and reduce waittimes to consign. • Please call (516)746-8900 to set up an appointment. • Unsure if your items are appropriate to consign? Email photos to store@atstewartexchange.org and be sure to include sizing info. You will generally receive a response the same day.

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At its gala holiday-inspired luncheon at the Garden City Hotel on December 11, members of Mineola-Garden City Rotary and guests gathered to celebrate the festivities of the holiday season at Rotary’s annual Holiday Luncheon Party. Guests enjoyed an afternoon of good cheer, fellowship and great networking, an array of raffle prizes plus a 50/50 cash prize won by Rotarian Bob Bonagura who generously donated his winnings back to RotaCare. Past Rotary presidents Jim Brady

and Gary Fishberg collected “happy bucks” from guests matched by both Jim, Gary and Rotarian Helmut Schuler. The total was also donated to RotaCare. Guests were also treated to an inspirational choral performance by Mineola High School’s A Capella Singers, directed by Megan Messina, Director of Vocal Music who noted that this was the 19th year this renowned choral group had performed at Rotary’s Holiday Luncheon. (Garden City High School music groups perform alternately each year.)

Past Rotary President Bob Schoelle and President of RotaCare, Gary Jendras greet luncheon guests.

From left: Tina O’Keefe, Rotary Co-Treasurer with Co-Presidents Diana O’Neill and Meg Norris.

Past Rotary President Gary Fishberg with Rotarian Maura Clancy.

Mineola High School A Capella Singers, directed by Megan Messina, Director of Vocal Music.

Co-Rotary President with Major Soo Jung Kim, Nassau Couty Coordinator, Salvation Army, who had offered an inspiring event invocation, with husband Major Young Sung Kim.

Past President Joanne Meyer-Jenras along with Leonard and Rona Rappe.

Rotarians Ann Paulson and Helmut Schuler.

From left: past Rotary presidents Jim Brady and Bob Bonagura along with Rotarian Dr. Ben Cohen.

From Left: Rotary District Governor Tom Crowley; Rotary DGN Lydia Wells; Yean Franco Marin, newly inducted Rotary member; and Rich Wells.

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The Garden City POAs 2023 Year in Review

The 2023 Engagement Committee after the Michael White GC Art Exhibit in June. SUBMITTED BY THE GARDEN CITY PROPERTY OWNERS' ASSOCIATIONS Your four property owners’ associations have been a voice for our residents since 1919, and 2023 was one of our best and most productive years to date. With the addition of a committee focused solely on events designed to directly engage residents with their property owners association, membership is thriving and newer residents have been active within their respective POA’s. The new year was ushered in with disturbing news of local politicians supporting the new plan for the Sands Casino, which, if realized, could be the second largest casino in the entire country. This includes the Las Vegas and Reno areas and The Mohegan Sun Hotel and Casino in Connecticut. In January, then-Estates POA President and

now Trustee Michele Harrington reached out directly to Bruce Blakeman’s office and arranged for him to attend an informal meeting to hear the voices of the residents. Immediately, the POA’s organized an intense letter writing campaign, with about 75 residents assembled in less than 48 hours’ notice, to reach out to each and every elected official having any say in this proposal, and then sharing the plan with residents not able to attend. The result: 500 pieces of mail sent out by the POA’s in opposition to the Casino. The proposition led to a busy February for our POA’s, with local politicians attending POA meetings. Estates Co-President, Richard Catalano has been a leader in the charge of Saying No to the Casino, citing the various environmental, traffic, and crime issues as well as the proximity of the proposed Casino to several

Resident and Cradle of Aviation volunteer Ray Donnelly presents at the POA Aviation Lecture Series.

Postcards and letters to our politicians making the POA unequivocal “no” clear.

John Ellis Kordes leads the “Horses and Courses” lecture for the JCC event.

local schools and colleges. On a happier note, March saw John Ellis Kordes speak at “Horses and Courses”, a lecture series designed to highlight the early history of Garden City, why Garden City had so many golf courses within miles of each other and how Garden City became associated with early horse racing activities on Long Island, including racetracks dating back to the 1800’s right here in town. The Village General Election saw Michele Harrington win a seat on the BOT. This Estates representative represents all as a voice for all residents. In June, we welcomed beloved local hometown artist Michael White to the home of A.T. Stewart and the current headquarters of The Garden City Historical Society for an evening of art exhibition and of stories of a time gone by. Over 20 pieces of art were brought by Michael, or were on loan by current owners, and residents were able to enjoy cocktails and food donated by several local village restaurants while Michael White mingled with the crowd recalling the many homes he sketched. He was able to connect with several owners of homes he had drawn. After a much-needed summer break,

the Engagement Committee was back with the first ever Family Fall Festival. Almost a thousand residents enjoyed a glorious fall afternoon, and with the assistance of the NCL Mother-Daughter volunteer teams, our youngest residents enjoyed games, raffles, scarecrow building, pumpkin painting, bouncy houses and a pie contest! The fall also brought the POA Forum on St. Paul’s, moderated by former EPOA President Judy Courtney, presenting the various options for St. Paul’s, including complete demolition, “mothballing” and adaptive reuse. Several residents who had previously served on various committees attended, lending their expertise to the evening. Also, fall saw the first two of three lectures with resident Ray Donnelly exploring how Garden City was integral to Aviation History in this country. Both lectures were standing room only and the third lecture promises to take place at The Cradle of Aviation for a hands-on tour for our residents. The Holiday House Decorating Contest was the perfect way to round out the year. About 20 homes entered and well over 150 residents voted that the Sikorski Family at 11 Euston Road had the best decorations in

Santa awarding Holiday Contest winners for the first annual Home Holiday Decoration Contest.

Rich Catalano, back in January, presenting what was (at that time) the early plans for the casino, released by Bruce Blakeman. GC this year! These events would not have been possible without our generous donors and volunteers. We especially thank our POA Student Ambassadors who continuously go over and above. The “fun” events enhance the other business of the POA’s: the monthly meetings, the committee volunteers, the joint -POA meetings, the elections, and the

business of being a voice for all of our residents. The upcoming year promises to be just as busy and fun and exciting. Your POA’s are hard at work all year for your benefit, and we welcome new volunteers. To become a member of your POA and to receive exclusive notice to upcoming events, please visit www.gcpoas.org

Trustees and Pie Contest judges Ed Finneran, Michele Harrington and Bruce Torino at the POA Fall Festival.

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From page 2 Trustee Torino is running for re-election on the POA-Community Agreement Party ticket. If that is the type of Trustee Vinny Muldoon, Judy Courtney and Jessica Tai want to run with, that is their right. The FABGC candidates are all committed to good government and devoting your tax dollars to maintaining our beautiful Village, not defending lawsuits brought by them and their relatives. For a Better Garden City

A great neighbor

To the Editor: I am pleased to write this letter in support of Jessica Tai’s candidacy for the position of Board of Trustees for Garden City Village. As a neighbor of Jessica’s for the past few years, I have observed her dedication to our community. Jessica is a considerate neighbor who genuinely cares about the well-being of our town. She actively contributes to fostering a sense of community amongst the neighbors through participation in local initiatives and organizing neighborhood events. She invited neighbors into her backyard and home for delightful mornings of breakfast or afternoons of wine and cheese, creating opportunities for engaging conversations that we thoroughly enjoyed. Jessica’s warm and thoughtful approach is evident in her interactions with others, making her a welcoming presence in our community. What stands out about Jessica is her friendly demeanor and organized approach to community involvement. Her ability to connect with people on a personal level, combined with her genuine interest in others, makes her a valuable asset. I believe Jessica’s qualities align well with the responsibilities of a Board of Trustees member. I am confident that Jessica would contribute positively to the betterment of our village. Sonia Maniaci

Well done!

To the Editor: As a resident that grew up in Garden City, I was happy to see that Mayor Flanagan and the Board of Trustees starting to fulfill one of the planks in the FABGC platform that made the organization so attractive to me and my family two years ago. The designation of four parks/greenspaces as official parkland to permanently preserve our greenspace is long overdue for our village. Hopefully Triangle Park, Norris Park (best kept secret in Garden City), Franklin Mews and Stewart Manor Field will be followed by other greenspaces in our Village. Well done! George Evans

We must work together

To the Editor: Over the past year, I have gotten to

know some of the members of FABGC, have seen them in action, and have worked with some of them on the issue of traffic calming. I have found them to be good people. That’s what makes their recent letter on “good governance” so disappointing. The letter seeks to have every candidate abide by a campaign code of ethics that FABGC claims it follows. In my decades of service as part of big government, I have found that in the long run such requirements tend to constrain only honorable people. While everyone will follow such requirements prior to the election, the less-than-honorable will simply ignore their pledge post-election, because it is not enforceable. Who will stop them? Most voters in the next election will not be aware of any breaches of trust, and many of those who are aware will not care if they are not directly affected. Moreover, the letter has some elements that are insulting to virtually all candidates and organizations outside of FABGC, as it assumes others are of low ethics and intelligence. FABGC should instead be looking to unite the Village. At this moment in history, we can ill-afford to be divided and to be working against each other. We are being threatened by the proposed Sands Casino, which will bring crime and addiction to our community, and by the second-coming of the housing compact, which may wipe us out. At the same time, we are being divided by St. Paul’s. We need to come together or the Village we all have known and loved may no longer exist. The members of FABGC that I have seen are better than this. Notice that their letter is not signed. This makes sense. Who would want to sign a letter like that? I wouldn’t. Bill Cuomo

For the record

To the Editor: Another week, another vitriolic missive from Don MacLeod of FABGC. Apparently, he is obsessed with attacking the Historical Society. This time it’s the false accusation that the Society has not worked to save the Chapel’s stainedglass windows. We at The Garden City Historical Society are very proud of our advocacy programs in support of historic preservation. For years our representatives have stood at the speaker’s podium more times than I can count to exhort the Board of Trustees to take proper care of St Paul’s building antiquities. Once the police were called because they did not like our message. Sadly, it appears village government continues the practice of disrespecting residents. TGCHS has a statement on its website that articulates our position on the St Paul’s main building. It has been there for some time and no, it does not mandate every square foot of the build-

ing be saved! Maybe Mr. MacLeod and the members of FABGC should read it. I encourage everyone to read it. Despite my written requests on behalf of TGCHS offering to help assemble appropriate preservation specialists to determine the right course of action for the stained-glass windows Mayor Flanagan responded with a dismissive “we’re on this.” Last week’s letter by Mr. MacLeod alleges inaction on our part but surely most residents will recall that there were several prior Village administrations who would not allow anyone in the building due to various alleged unsafe conditions, all of which was nothing more than a false narrative. There have been years of misinformation about St. Paul’s but none of it has come from the Historical Society. I am a resident. I am not a trustee of the Village. I was told, just like you, that hazard suits were necessary, and it was terribly unsafe. I have not been given access to the building despite ongoing requests. However, this Mayor and trustees determined they should go in to remove books wearing nothing but paper face masks. Mr. MacLeod and FABGC are intent on rewriting history now that the Village has once again voted to save St. Paul’s. The spin from Mr. MacLeod on social media is fine-tuned but fact less. Do not believe their claim that they are the saviors of St. Paul’s, and question why former Mayor Veneziale’s resident committee was disbanded by Mayor Flanagan. Be aware that Tara Cubie, Director of Preservation at Preservation Long Island, a recognized authority in our area concerning historic antiquities, wrote the mayor and asked that the Village follow an established protocol before removing historic stainedglass windows. The mayor rejected that advice and removed the chapel windows without a plan. “Storing the windows” is not a plan. We do not question the authority or skill of the Botti company on restoration, but we do question whether it was the right course of action to proceed without a Conservator. There is a pattern here all residents should be aware of. Last year this administration opted to desecrate the architectural integrity of the historic walls and vases at Nassau Blvd railroad station including disposing of the original decorative plantar vases. Another fatal loss for our Village history The Garden City Historical Society has only the best practices for preservation of historic buildings and other aspects of Village history as its mission — the crown jewel of which is St. Paul’s. We believe in preservation and that has not changed since the very first vote about St. Paul’s was ever taken. Bill Garry, President, The Garden City Historical Society

Food for thought

To the Editor: The slates for the two opposing groups of four candidates each for FABGC and POA/CAP for upcoming the Board of Trustees election on March 19 have been introduced. I would think that a threshold reason to support or reject some (pick 4) candidates is their demonstrable integrity, their words and actions which establish that such candidates seeking election or re- election are careful about avoiding any appearance of impropriety or actual or possible conflict of interest. In other words, that simply the offer to work long hours without compensation- as all Board members do- is not enough. In this day and age, transparency and the absence of any potential ethical issue are not just a good things; they should be a requirement for office seekers. Avoiding any appearance of impropriety or of a conflict of interest are vital to good governance. Anyone who may possibly benefit or profit from any related business activity while seeking to be a Board member should self- disqualify. The members of the Board are not just elected officials, they have a fiduciary and ethical duty to act for the good of the Village residents. They interact with both Village employees and residents on an enormous number of important issues and are the heavy weight decision makers. This is not a matter of good intentions, it is the reality of life. Consider, for example, that a lawyer who has clients in the Village should not be a Village judge or an owner of plumbing company should not become part of Public Works but of course such a person could still volunteer services in many other aspects of Village affairs and contribute to the Village that way. Plus what would the election of candidates having a problem of this sort have to say about the Village residents’ respect for ethics and will it not set a bad precedent eroding the credibility of our local government? Doesn’t it seem inappropriate for any resident having a local business with frequent, necessary, transactional relationships with Village employees impacting Village residents to seek a fiduciary role as a Trustee regardless of the good will of the candidate? Clearly, not everyone should view themselves as in a position to run for Trustee, one of the highest elected positions in the Village. To sum it up any/every resident doing business in the Village or appearing with a matter to raise before the Board must have complete confidence that each and every Board member has no possible bias or conflict. S. G. Gorray

Supports Jessica Tai

To the Editor: We are writing to wholeheartedly support our friend, neighbor, and can-

didate Jessica Tai for Trustee. We met Jessica and her husband, Warren on the first day of school, at the kids’ bus stop, a few years back. Like many families, Jessica and Warren are great parents to two children and are involved in many activities. Jessica is an elementary school teacher in Brooklyn working for the New York City Department of Education. She is a dedicated teacher who is passionate about helping her students and always willing to go the extra mile for them. Growing up in China and being part of the Brigham Young University community in Utah, Jessica brings a unique perspective on how to deal with various matters we must face as a community. She truly embraces the virtues of lifelong learning and service. Those that know Jessica will agree that she is not only willing to listen, but also willing to act. For example, she was actively involved in the St. Paul’s Opinion Poll and liaised the MTA when it was ill prepared in introducing the Grand Central schedule on the Hempstead line. There’s very little consensus in politics and government these days. We are fairly certain, we may not always agree with Jessica on how to solve matters in our village, but we know that we can have constructive conversation with her and that she will hear our views. More importantly, we know she will work selflessly as a Trustee. We will be voting for Jessica for Village Trustee and urge everyone who loves our village to vote for Jessica in March. Lets help keep Garden City a wonderful place to live. Aye and Ed Aw

Remove the “humps”

To the Editor: I read John Kordes’s article in the Garden City News addressing the Seventh Street Humps and agree with him fully. I live on Fourth Street; during the past year several “humps” were installed on our block. The residents (taxpayers) were not included in this decision and as a result; we on Fourth Street, are subject to constant deceleration and acceleration, a source of on going sound pollution. In addition, many of the automobiles literally fly over the bumps, possibly losing control of their vehicle and causing bodily harm to pedestrians in the area. I for one and I am sure others on Fourth Street would appreciate the removal of these annoying “humps” Terence Tener

Thank You: Say No Volunteers!

To the Editor: As many of you know, Say No to the Casino Civic Association was formed early in 2023 and we continue to fight against the Las Vegas Sands casino pro-

posal for the Nassau Hub. As the events of this year have proven, the casino is far from being a “done deal”. Hofstra sued Nassau County and won on two counts: NC violated Open Meetings Law, and NC rushed the Hub lease transfer through without doing any environmental review. Despite legal challenges to LV Sands control of the property, and the fact that a majority of Nassau residents do not want a 24/7 Mega-casino, our politicians are still trying to foist this project on us. Their latest move was to begin environmental hearings at the Town of Hempstead. The first environmental scoping sessions hosted by the Town Of Hempstead for the casino project were held last Thursday, January 18th at the Marriott hotel in Uniondale. The TOH sent a postcard mailer to inform residents about the meeting. Oddly, this postcard did not include obvious words like: Las Vegas Sands, casino, gambling, 24/7 hours of operation, or any other phrase that might alert the reader as to what the meeting was really about. Seeing this, Say No to the Casino sprang into action in order to alert residents about the hearings. A dedicated band of volunteers distributed 7,000 flyers in less than 4 days. Our volunteers fanned out over Garden City, Uniondale, Baldwin, Hempstead, East Meadow, and Williston Park. They went door to door in windy, bone chilling weather to get the word out. They emailed and texted flyers to friends & family. It worked, and we are happy to report that casino opponents showed up in force! January 18th was a long, but exhilarating day. Leadership members of Say No were at the Marriott by 6:30 a.m. to give press interviews, organize volunteers, and distribute signs. Many of our supporters, from all over Nassau County, signed up to speak at either the morning or the evening session. Our speakers were passionate, and their points were excellent. (Please visit the Town of Hempstead website to view video of the hearings, and to enter your own comments into the public record.) Some signed up to speak, but had to leave before their name was called. The evening session finally wrapped up at 9:30 p.m. Our grassroots, for the residents group continues to gain momentum. We are an important force in the opposition to the casino. Find out more about Say No to the Casino at nocasinonassau. org. We encourage you to join us and make a difference! Monica Kiely Richard Williams Lynn Krug George Krug Rich Catalano Say No to the Casino

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Residents, Mayor speak at casino impact hearing From page 47 to speak and she noted that the Garden City Village Board of Trustees has approved two resolutions opposing the proposed Sands Casino. “In both resolutions, Village Trustees were unanimously proposed because of the very serious negative impact that this project would have,” the mayor told the Town of Hempstead Board. She also illuminated “glaring omissions” that Garden City and its allies identified with the proposal. “I’d like to share the village’s very serious concerns regarding the scope and scale of the project and the significant social and environmental impacts that will result….More attention needs to be diverted to the wide range of impacts casinos have on community character – crime, poverty, addiction, secondary displacement and the need for services to address these impacts. It’s imperative also that we prioritize the health and well-being of young residents and the many students who will be residing near this proposed casino. Detailed analysis on water availability for this mega-project is critical as we all rely on Long Island’s sole-source aquifer for our drinking water. We also need to look carefully at how wastewater and sanitary waste will be handled,” Mayor Carter Flanagan explained. With local roads already packed, Mayor Carter Flanagan said there needs to be professional traffic analysis “identifying all the intersections the project will significantly impact.” The mayor added that the village will be submitting its detailed technical comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement document.

Attorney raises concerns

Later during the hearing, Jennifer Coghlan, an attorney from Sive, Paget & Riesel P.C. – the environmental law firm employed by the Village of Garden City – was present to share initial thoughts with the Town Board starting with the village’s “serious concerns about the scale and scope of the project, as well as the social and environmental impacts that will result.” “We note the discrepancy between the Part III attachment and the full Environmental Assessment form that was submitted, which notes that the redevelopment of the Marriott parcel would result in an increased magnitude of the overall proposed action and associated impacts, and should therefore be studied….the draft Scoping Document says little to nothing about the proposed Marriott redevelopment. It is critical that the EIS consider the entirety of the project, and that the final scoping document detail exactly what is planned for

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the Marriott property and how it would be analyzed in the EIS. Similarly, the Scoping Document provides no explanation on what development would occur (by Sands) in the absence of a gaming license (contingent on approval by New York State). It was noted in Sands’ presentation that this is an alternative that will be studied, but the Draft needs to explain what that project is, what its financial viability is and the impacts of a semi-constructed or partially-vacant project,” Coghlan told the Town Board. As she stood in the audience, Town Supervisor Clavin thanked her for attending and confirmed with Coghlan that the full official comments by Garden City’s legal counsel will be submitted in writing, and ultimately on record for the Draft Environmental Impact Statement. Village Trustee Ed Finneran addressed the Town Board on January 18, and started with telling everyone in attendance that the “Say NO to the Casino” civic association “Loves Jobs” and supports development projects offering tangible job creation. He also supports the official process for public input led by Town Supervisor Don Clavin, a fellow Garden City resident, and he thanked Town Board members for patience in organizing the environmental reviews and meetings. “I shift my focus here as we LOVE jobs but we don’t think the jobs should occur and should be effectuated on this parcel which we are contiguous to. There will be jobs in large development locations within a 30-mile radius of where we are now, and there will be thousands of union (construction and trades) jobs and I hope and pray each person who wants and deserves one of those jobs gets it. About a year ago Hofstra held an introductory session on this casino proposal and there was a tremendous turnout from the tradespeople. I sat amongst them, and after it ended one of the senior tradesmen asked me where I lived. He’s a big proponent of this project, but he turned to me and said, ‘you know what, if I lived in Garden City I would be opposed to this one too.’ We’re not anti-casino and anti-development; we are anti-negative impacts for our community. I applaud the job the Town Board has done to date compared with the Nassau County Legislature as you have run circles around their (lack of) transparency,” Finneran said.

Residents speak against casino

Garden City residents made a strong showing at last Thursday’s Town of Hempstead public hearing at the Long Island Marriott. George Krug said See page 47

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From page 47 his fellow members of “Say NO to the Casino” were in attendance to protect their homes, their neighborhoods and the children of local communities. Krug also brought up an unintended impact for his alma mater, Hofstra University. “We are not here as anti-union or anti-development; we’re here as anti-casino. I loved the designs and details for Sands Casino and it looks like a beautiful place but at the core of it is a casino – there is no project without that casino. While we discuss the Environmental Impact Statement today, an impact that will probably not be a part of any hearing is the economic and social impact. I keep thinking about the one scenario playing over and over in my head, which is when you are taking your son or daughter to look at a school, it is a place for them to study for the next two to four years. When you are coming to see Hofstra University now, and you’d see two giant towers that are the tallest structures around, the scene will be two beautiful hotels offering a place to stay. But then down Hempstead Turnpike they will be seeing a casino that belongs on the Las Vegas Strip but situated 100 yards from the main entrance of Hofstra. I’m envisioning that future and thinking about Hofstra, which I love, but there are many other options in the region. Will a school next to a nine-acre casino be where I will drop my child off? Casinos attract bad behavior – it’s a feature. They call Las Vegas ‘Sin City’ for a reason,” Krug commented to the Town Board. Elaine Preister of Uniondale said she agreed with George Krug’s comments, and said her grandson graduated from Hofstra. She told the Town Board it would be an atrocity to have a casino built next to a prestigious university. “Casinos should be located where there’s room and spacious lands, not near schools. It’s an atrocity, and you have Memorial Sloan-Kettering treatment center/facilities right there and the patients would be looking at the Sands too. Thank you Mr. Krug for your presentation, I love what you said,” she added. Kyle Texter of Garden City, a father of two children with another baby on the way, told the Town Board he had three reasons to oppose the casino development: “Crime increases, the expected minimal tax revenues and costs that come with it, and third is the moral decline we’d see locally with the casino built.” He spoke about and cited a 2006 research paper, “Casinos, Crime and Community Costs” by Earl L. Grinols and David Mustard and its reference to exponential increases in crime, from years zero to five following a casino coming into an area. “It is about the downstream effects of the crimes and how they increase

as time goes on. Sands says they will be here for a long period of time, but what’s a 20-year study on the long-term effects of crime. Someone brought up Atlantic City and it’s an example of how negatively a casino can impact a society – this could wind up costing us $50 million or more in additional services. Casinos bring in crime, prostitution and gambling – casinos make money based on the gambling revenues and all the trinkets surrounding the casino gaming portion is just to bring more people in to spend more money in gambling,” Texter noted. He said the “hold percentage” for the casinos is about 14%; a $100 bet in blackjack nets a $14 direct payment to the house before the game is even played.

Environmental Racism?

Another Uniondale resident, Pearl Jacobs, is the president of the Nostrand Gardens Civic Association and a member of Say No to the Casino. She wore a shirt with “ENVIRONMENTAL RACISM” emblazoned on its front, and commented to the Town Board about her underserved predominantly-minority community in Nassau County, and others within Town borders. Among the top concerns are local air pollution from mass development, as well as continuing to compromise Long Island’s water quality. “The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has identified Hempstead, Uniondale, Roosevelt and Newcastle – all minority communities – as communities that have been disproportionately disadvantaged by asthma and respiratory illnesses. The asthma rates in Uniondale among our youth are at 17% while the average New York State asthma rate is 8% and the Village of Hempstead has a 25% asthma rate. The minority community rates in TOH are two to three times higher than the New York State average,” Jacobs said. Another issue she brought up is the heavy environmental impact from additional traffic that the casino hotel development would draw. The current statistic she noted for roads close by Garden City and Uniondale is a total of 100,000 to 130,000 cars per day. “When you put a casino there the average will increase by 20,000 to 30,000 MORE cars per day. How would that mitigate or help bring down our high asthma rates? It would only exacerbate the rising asthma rates. I am here advocating on behalf of our youth and our elderly people who have respiratory illnesses. The environmental issues here will be devastating to our community, and you are not really looking out for the communities. You are looking out for the money,” Jacobs told the TOH Board.,

Hofstra’s Attorney speaks on lawsuit

E. Christopher Murray, a partner at Uniondale-based law firm Rivkin Radler, appeared on behalf of their client Hofstra University at the January 18 public hearing. Murray noted the university’s comments filed “with regards to procedural issues which would make it inappropriate to proceed with the scoping process at this time.” He explained how recent action in the litigation and the “annulment” of the 2023 lease for the casino’s proposed site has created a situation where prior items reviewed by the Town Board are technically outdated. He added that the Nassau County Supreme Court decision directs that for the Sands’ 2023 lease for the Nassau Hub site, Nassau County would be the lead agency for environmental review “before a lease permitting a casino would be approved.” According to Murray it made no sense for the Town of Hempstead to continue as lead agency for SEQRA, with Nassau County required to perform this diligence and full process. “As fully set forth in those comments, the petition for rezoning, the Environmental Assessment form submitted by Sands, the Draft Scope and resolutions of the Town Board on December 5 to approve the Draft Scope and declare the Town Board the lead agency for SEQRA review all took place prior to the effective annulment of the 2023 lease agreement between Nassau County and Sands for the Hub site. All of these documents reference the 2023 lease and the petition EA form and Draft Scope incorporate improvements or mitigations to be made by Sands in connection with rezoning and development of a casino,” Murray said. Currently the Sands hotel property is only proposed for reconfiguration of the parking, but it may be incorporated into the development at some time in the future.

Nonprofits weigh in on project

David M. Okorn, the executive director of the Long Island Community Foundation (LICF) spoke at the January 18 hearing. The organization is the largest grant-making organization in the region as annually they award about $12 million to local nonprofits. “I have been extremely impressed by the comprehensive Scoping Document, preceding the Draft Environmental Impact Statement put out by Sands to review and address environmental, social and economic impacts of our local community. I was also really impressed that Sands executives came out to speak with us about the community and their pledge to corporate social responsibility. We’re in discussions with them now for the Sands Community Benefit Fund and I’m very impressed learning about the way they would operate such a fund. They will do it through a committee of

local residents so there would be residents able to decide what funds and what support goes into the community. Again their purposes are to support the environment, education, workforce development and other things – as an institution we did a lot of research on where Sands operates. The LICF found very positive feedback from those communities about the positive impact they had. Sands’ corporate social responsibility is second to none,” Okorn stated. From the Citizens Campaign for the Environment based in Farmingdale, Director Adrienne Esposito said no matter what development goes on at the Nassau Hub site there will be an increase to traffic on local roads and highways, higher water and energy consumption and more waste generated. “The question is are we going to develop that area with a company that believes in environmental stewardship or will we develop the site with a company that doesn’t care about the environment. We appreciate the fact that Sands came to us early, flew in their sustainability director and we sat down for three hours so she could learn about being good caretakers of Long Island’s environment. When the Lighthouse Project was proposed in 2007, they did not want to talk about environmental impact and they went down in flames,” she told the Town Board. Comments from Citizens Campaign for the Environment include seeking clarity on the proposed new well site mentioned in the DEIS scoping document, and if it would be owned by the Hicksville Water District or by Las Vegas Sands. “What happens if and when the well has contamination, and who would be responsible to pay for the filtration system? We also believe we need an assessment of any of the Superfund Sites surrounding the Nassau Hub site, and will the project impact the flow of any of the existing plumes? Unfortunately in central Long Island we have a lot of legacy contamination and we need to see if increased water withdrawal (from the aquifer) influences plume migration and plume patterns,” Esposito said. Another issue she brought up is the plan for stormwater management at the new casino and hotel site, and the chance for this project to include a state-of-theart stormwater runoff and recharging basin/filtration system so the water collected is cleaner than what is found in a traditional sump system. The environmental advocacy group is interested in reviewing proposed percentage of permeable pavement, bioswales and stormwater filtration devices, “ to eliminate up to 50% of nitrogen loading, 90% of the bacteria, oils and other contaminants we find in most parking lots, with a recharge system designed to be cleaner and safer than traditional sumps,” Esposito noted.

Curtis Cheng, Leo Straus, Ethan Lee, John Crouchley; 200 Medley Relay.

The Garden City Boys Swimming and Diving team celebrated two additional victories against Great Neck North High School and North Shore High School. During the January 11th meet against Great Neck North, the boys won first place in all of the challenging relay events. The young and up-and-coming team also took home impressive wins in all of the individual events. The fast and exciting relays were celebrated with the familiar Garden City school team pride and spirit by all the parents and GC spectators. The 1st place 200 Medley Relay team was Chris Stanislawski (8th Grade) Back, Curtis Cheng (Soph) Breast, John Crouchley (Soph) Fly, and Ethan Lee (Fr) Free. The 1st place 200 Freestyle Relay team was John Crouchley (Soph), Curtis Cheng (Soph), Liam Harty (Soph), and Ethan Lee (Fr). The individual events were just as impressive as the team displayed their skill and competitiveness in the pool. 1st Place - 200 IM: Liam Harty, 1st Place - 50 and 100 Free: Ethan Lee, 1st Place - 100 Fly: John Crouchley, 1st Place - 500 Free: Liam Harty, 1st Place - 100 Back: Leo Straus, 2nd Place - 100 Fly: Matt McCoyd, 2nd Place - 500 Free: Ian Straus. On Saturday, January 20, the team emerged victorious once again against North Shore High School at Hofstra University, scoring 98 points to North Shore’s 72 points. The team took home a heated 1st place win in the 200 Free Relay, with Ethan Lee, John Crouchley, Curtis Cheng, and Liam Harty. Impressive indi-

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Connor McHugh. vidual event wins were made by John Crouchley in the 100 Breaststroke, Chris Stanislawski in the 200 Free, and Ethan Lee in the 50 and 100 Free. The team competes next at the Nassau County Aquatic Center Division Championships on Wednesday, January 31. All are invited to cheer the team on as they get closer to the upcoming County Championships in February. Thank you to Coach Anne Sullivan for her experienced coaching and for instilling the values of discipline, perseverance, and determination in and out of the pool. Congratulations to the boys for their hard work and dedication this season! Go GC!

Liam Harty, freestyle.

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John Crouchley, breaststroke.

Matt McCoyd, butterfly.

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Garden City looks to finish wrestling season on high note

Seniors Young, Imperial, and Phillips prior to their last home match against Levittown-Division. It’s been a busy couple of weeks for the GCHS Trojans wrestling squad — filled with ups and downs for both the team and individual wrestlers. A tough 36-27 loss to Levittown-Division eliminated the team from contention for the Nassau County Dual Meet Championship (eventually won by Wantagh over Plainedge). However, the boys bounced back nicely the next day by trouncing Roslyn in the penultimate dual meet of the season for GC. And, on the individual level GC sent junior captain Nick Griffin (131 lbs), sophomore Anthony Pica (131 lbs), and sophomore Gabe Cohen (145 lbs) to compete at the well-regarded Eastern States Classic at SUNY Sullivan; while the remainder of the squad participated in the 20-team Scarsdale Invitational with several wrestlers earning medals.

The January 10 matchup with Division started with Garden City dropping the first four matches before N. Griffin got GC on the scoreboard with a 18-2 win by technical fall. The next points for the Trojans came courtesy of Cohen who grinded out a 13-12 win. The boys in maroon finished strong with pins by senior James Imperial (190 lbs) and freshman Luke Agrippina (215 lbs), and a forfeit win by sophomore Zach Olson (285 lbs) -- but it was not enough to overcome the initial 19-0 deficit. On a positive note, this was senior day for the GC wrestlers and in addition to Imperial’s varsity win, both Jackson Phillips (138 lbs) and Kevin Young (152 lbs) won exhibition matches. The next night, GC traveled to Roslyn and the outcome was never in

Ingrassia lost by decision to the eventual second place finisher from Scarsdale HS.

B. Griffin on his way to a second period pin versus his opponent from Mamaroneck HS. doubt. While helped by three forfeits, the Trojans were victorious in seven other matches. Recording wins on the mat were freshman Eric Chen (116 lbs), junior Connor Wellbrock (124 lbs), N.Griffin, Pica (138 lbs), Cohen, freshman Matteo Ingrassia (152 lbs), and junior Jack Cicione (160 lbs). Then, on MLK weekend the team split up with N. Griffin, Pica, and Cohen traveling to SUNY Sullivan for the Eastern States Classic and 12 other wrestlers representing GC at the Scarsdale Invitational. Against arguably the toughest competition they have faced all season, Pica lost once and then won two matches before bowing out with a tough 5-2 loss; N. Griffin also dropped his opener and then fought through extended blood time to notch a win

before being eliminated via an intense 4-2 match; and the luck of the draw was not kind to Cohen who was defeated by two seeded wrestlers. Downstate in Scarsdale, four wrestlers reached the medal round. Junior Jack Cicione (160 lbs) placed 4th, juniors Connor Wellbrock (124 lbs) and Bennett Griffin (131 lbs) finished 6th, and freshman Vin Lattuca (108 lbs) also came in 6th. The squad closed out the dual meet season on the road against Calhoun earlier this week and will compete in the annual Timmy Collins Invitational at Farmingdale tomorrow. The Farmingdale tournament will be the final competition before the Nassau County Individual Qualifying Tournament at Jericho High School on February 3.

N. Griffin, Cohen, and Pica represented Garden City at the 2024 Eastern States Classic.

Garden City Recreation Children’s Tennis Lessons Winter 2023–24

The Garden City Department of Recreation and Parks is pleased to announce the start of the WINTER children’s tennis program. Registration is ongoing and classes begin on Monday, January 8. All classes are held at the Community Park indoor tennis center and are available to Garden City residents’ ages 4 through 16 years old. How to register: • In person at the Recreation Office (108 Rockaway Ave). The recreation office is open M – F from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.. You can download a registration form at our website: gardencityrecreation.org • By mail: Mail in your registration form and check to the Recreation Office • Register online at www. gcreconline.gardencityny.net .You need a password to register online. If you do not have a password please go to the Recreation office, with proof of residency, to receive one. If paying by check, please make check payable to Inc. Village of Garden City If paying by credit card please use: Mastercard, Visa or Discover. We do not accept American Express at this time. For more information, call the Recreation Office at 516 465-4075 ***Non-resident children who attend Garden City Public Schools can register for tennis lessons beginning December 11. Registration must be done by mail or in person at the Recreation Office. Those who would like to register for our tennis program must prove they attend one of the Garden City Public Schools. Proof must accompany registration. An additional $50 fee will pertain to anyone in this category. Make checks payable

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Recreation Pickleball News

Beginning the week of January 7, Recreation and Parks will add a Friday night and a Sunday morning session of pickleball. • Friday Nights- 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. beginning January 19 • Sundays – 9:30 to 11:45 a.m. beginning January 7 The above session will run through the end of March and then be evaluated for participation. We will continue to run pickleball from 9:30 to noon, Tuesdays through Fridays. All sessions will be open to residents only and will allow continuous round robin use during that session. No group may reserve a court and play on their own. The cost per session will be $6.00 daily or with a pass, $5.00.

Family Fun Time on Sundays

On Sunday afternoons beginning January 7, St. Paul’s Field House will be open for “Family Fun” for Village families. This open time provides the opportunity for families to enjoy various gym activities in an indoor environment. The gym will be available for use from 2:45 to 4:45 p.m. each Sunday until March 10. This time is designated for family time only. No organized practices or workouts will be allowed. Although there will be staff to monitor activity, this is not a drop off program. We ask the elementary aged children be accompanied by an adult. For the safety of our users, no lacrosse or baseball equipment, or any other sport involving stick equipment will be allowed.

art class this winter. This eleven week program will teach the beginner as well as the advanced student the art of painting portraits and landscapes/still-life in pastel from photographs. Arleen Rueth Urban, the instructor for this program, is a signature member of the Pastel Society of America. Classes will be held Fridays from 9 to 11:30 a.m. The cost of this program will be $ 140. This class is open to adult residents who reside in the Inc. Village of Garden City. Classes are held in St. Paul’s Cluett Hall beginning Friday,

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February 9. The first lesson includes a portrait and landscape demonstration. At that time, a supply list is provided. Demonstrations will be available as needed throughout the program. Each student will receive the individual attention required as they move at their own pace and level of expertise. To register for this session please visit the Recreation and Parks office at 108 Rockaway Avenue. If you have a password, you may register online at gcreconline.gardencityny.net.

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