The Garden City News (2/3/23)

UNDEFEATED IN CONFERENCE

Mayor questions if trustee can serve; attorneys say

BY MEG MORGAN NORRIS

Garden City Mayor Cosmo Veneziale sent a letter to the employer of another member of the Board of Trustees questioning whether she can run for the position of mayor, according to a document obtained by the Garden City News. However, the trustee says that she has received approval from the ethics officer at her job before each election in which she was a candidate.

In the letter, written on Board of Trustees letterhead and dated January 23rd, Mayor Veneziale questioned whether Trustee Mary Carter Flanagan can continue to serve on the Board of Trustees, and run for mayor because she is also an Administrative Law Judge for the New York State Workers’ Compensation Board.

The Garden City High School Girls Basketball team has been undefeated in conference play this season with just a few games left to go. The girls will have a rematch against South Side at home on February 10th at 5 pm. Come down to support the Lady Trojans, with the conference title on the line. See page 53.

Cleaning for St. Paul’s interior approved by narrow margin

BY RIKKI MASSAND

The Garden City Board of Trustees narrowly approved a $48,600 contract for cleaning the first and second floors of the St. Paul’s main building during the Board’s January 12th meeting. The firm awarded the contract, Island Wide Building Services, also provides cleaning services at Village Hall and the Garden

City Public Library.

The trustees were not all in agreement to move forward with the cleaning of St. Paul’s interior as the future of the building is still unclear. The board approved this cleaning contract proposal, with a vote of five in favor and three opposed. Mayor Cosmo Veneziale, Trustees Terry Digan and Bruce Torino,

along with Deputy Mayor Tom O’Brien and Trustee Bruce Chester voted in favor of the cleaning; Trustees Lawrence Marciano, Mary Carter Flanagan and Charles Kelly voted ‘nay.’

Deputy Mayor Tom O’Brien explained the need for a thorough cleaning and sanitization, which was brought to the

See page 46

Mayor Veneziale’s letter to the Ethics Officer of the Workers’ Compensation Board claimed that, “As Mayor, there are many statutory activities that she would have to undertake that have the potential to run afoul of her position as WCB Law Judge.”

He said that as mayor she would have the sole responsibility to execute all contracts entered into by the Village, and would also be in a position to evaluate injuries sustained by employees and their continuations on a disabled status.

Garden City Village Counsel Gary Fishberg said that he doesn’t believe that there is a problem with her serving on the Board or with being mayor, if elected. He said that if any conflicts did arise, Trustee Carter Flanagan could recuse herself from voting on a particular matter. And in the event that a contract needed to be executed that might pose a conflict, the Village’s Deputy Mayor could sign instead.

Mr. Fishberg said that he informed Mayor Veneziale that he had reviewed the Workers’ Compensation judges’ ethics policy and didn’t see an issue.

Trustee Carter Flanagan said that she has received clearance from her employer to serve on the Board of Trustees, and said Mayor Veneziale never asked her about the issue before sending his letter.

“I find Cosmo Veneziale’s use of Village letterhead disturbing and support further evaluation so this never happens to another resident volunteer. As a Workers’ Compensation Law Judge, I am required to request approval to run for elected office which I have

Don’t attack volunteers

On the front page this week we have a story about a letter sent by Garden City’s mayor to the employer of one of the other members of the Board of Trustees. The letter questions whether the trustee has a conflict of interest by serving on the Board.

While there’s nothing wrong with asking questions, we found it disturbing that the letter was written on official letterhead as if it had the approval of the entire board. Also, the Board’s own attorney said any potential conflicts of interest could be easily overcome.

In our legal system judges are expected to voluntarily adhere to ethical codes of conduct, and we have faith that the trustee would have recused herself

in the event that a conflict of interest had arisen. We are shocked that the mayor didn’t have the same faith in her.

The mayor was also critical of the fact that the Garden City News had obtained a copy of his letter, saying that it was confidential.

The fact is, under the NYS Freedom of Information Law, that letter is available to anyone who wants to look at it. (We did not obtain it through FOIL. It was also not given to us by the trustee.)

At a time when it is difficult to find qualified volunteers to serve on the various boards in the village it seems counterproductive to attack one who has, by all accounts, been working hard and doing a great job.

The Baymack Team

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Dedicated and fair trustee

To the Editor:

I was pleased to see that Mary Carter Flanagan is running for Mayor of the Village of Garden City. I have served with Trustee Carter Flanagan on the Board of Trustees for the past two years. I have also worked alongside her on the Traffic Commission where we have focused our efforts on the Village’s Traffic Calming Study. Mary also serves on the Environmental Advisory Board where she has spent countless hours working to ensure that our residents have cleaner, safer water.

Mary Carter Flanagan is a dedicated and fair trustee who supports a transparent and inclusive governance process. The Village of Garden City has many big issues ahead and I believe that Mary is the right person to lead these efforts. I hope you will join me in supporting Mary Carter Flanagan for

Mayor and all of the FABGC candidates on Tuesday, March 21st.

Terry Digan

Cares dearly about GC

To the Editor:

I write this in support of the re-election of Bruce Chester as the Estates section trustee and chairman of the third track committee.

As a resident living on Main Ave I have had a front row seat to the quasi fiasco that has been the LIRR third rail construction project. Careless use of heavy machinery damaging local property, 24/7 intense light pollution, and noise pollution that included rock concert level station speaker volumes starting at 5:00 AM are just a smidgen of the “inconveniences” and management missteps by the LIRR.

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FABGC supports Mary Carter Flanagan for Village Mayor

SUBMITTED BY FOR A BETTER GARDEN CITY

For A Better Garden City (FABGC) is pleased to announce Mary Carter Flanagan as a candidate for Mayor of Garden City. Mary will be joining Trustee Tom O’Brien, Trustee Bruce Chester and Michael Sullivan, all of whom will be running for the Board of Trustees.

FABGC is extremely proud to be supporting Mary after all she has done for the Village. There are major issues facing Garden City: the potential Casino at the Nassau Coliseum location, the potential development on the Cathedral Grounds, Governor Hochul’s dangerous plan to fundamentally change the face of suburban communities, increased traffic and several others. FABGC’s absolute priority is identifying

and recruiting the best candidates to defend Garden City from these potential threats to the Village. We unanimously agree Mary Carter Flanagan is the right person for the challenges ahead.

Mary grew up in Garden City and returned here with her husband, Matt, to raise their three children - Emily, Matt and Caroline. Their children all graduated from Garden City High School, the youngest graduating in 2020. While raising her children here, Mary volunteered as a girls’ lacrosse coach, soccer coach, Girl Scout leader, CCD teacher, co-chair of Garden City’s first Cinco De Mayo Fiesta for Fanconi Anemia Research, and President of the Garden City Nursery School.

Mary is a product of Garden City’s

Throughout this, Mr Chester dutifully communicated with residents and See page 47

Adelphi Performing Arts Center plans exciting new season

BY GARY SIMEONE

There is a lot on the schedule at Adelphi University’s Performing Arts Center (PAC) in the upcoming season. The center, which hosts a wide array of events during the school year, has musical performances, plays and dance recitals on the upcoming seasonal schedule.

Blyth Daylong, Executive Director at the PAC, said that the University is trying to get back to a sense of normalcy in a post Covid world.

“I think people are ready to go out and have fun again and there are a lot of great upcoming events scheduled at the Apac,” said Daylong.

He said that there are a number of student performances, including dance theater students on tap, as well as var-

ious guest artists including artist and entertainer, Isaac Mizrahi and concert pianist Sara Davis Buechner.

The early spring season kicks off on March 10th at the PAC, with Imani Winds, a wind ensemble made up of composers of color.

“They usually come to the APAC each year, but this year they’ll be doing their show, Black and Brown, celebrating composers of color,” said Daylong.

On Saturday, March 11th, The StepCrew will be making an appearance, showing off their Celtic dancing skills.

mances on tap by Sara Davis Buechner on piano and Isaac Mizrahi and his touring jazz ensemble.

Daylong said that Mizrahi has been doing a cabaret show with jazz ensemble for a number of years, and will bring his talents to the school on April 22nd.

“He will be on stage singing songs and telling interesting stories about his life and career. I know people will be interested to hear about his over thirty-year career in the entertainment industry.”

In the closing seasonal show on May 13th, the University is partnering with the North Shore Symphony Orchestra, in a concert tribute to legendary composer, jerry Herman.

The orchestra along with some of Broadway’s brightest stars will play all of Herman’s greats including Hello Dolly! Mame and La Cage Aux Folles.

To find out more information on upcoming events and to purchase tickets for shows, visit the website pac. adelphi.edu

The show will feature Long Island’s own, Cara Butler, and a special appearance by current students at the Donny Golden School of Irish dance.

The month of April looks to be an exciting month, with upcoming perfor-

POAs to host meeting with County Exec, Legislator Get Results!

The Garden City Property Owners Associations’ will jointly host its next meeting on Wednesday, February 8th at 7:30 p.m. until 9 p.m.. The meeting will be held at the Stewart School Auditorium. The Eastern, Central, Estates and Western Property Owners Associations have invited Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and County Legislator Laura Schaefer to answer questions

on a range of topics including traffic and road projects, infrastructure and taxes as well as any other concerns residents may have. In addition, during the meeting there will be updates on Village and School issues from Trustees as well as POA officers, directors, committee representatives and liaisons. All residents are welcome to attend.

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GCHS grad to perform benefit show for I’m Not Done Yet Foundation

“Solo: A Show about Friendship”, written and performed by Gabe Mollica, is critically acclaimed, and his performance on February 10 at the SoHo Playhouse will benefit I’m Not Done Yet in memory of his friend, Bobby Menges.

“Solo” begins with a declaration: “I turned 30 and it occurred to me that I don't have any friends." Over the next 60 minutes, Gabe attempts to explain why, analyzing the “30-yearold bros” in his life, high-school relationships, his first drunken attempt at stand-up, summers at a camp for children with chronic illnesses, and many more stories of young love, friendship, heartbreak, and Taco Bell. According to The Scotsman, “Mollica’s extraordinary hour dances all over the creative spaces that lie between stand up and storytelling, between happy and sad, between hilarity and heartbreak.”

Join us for a night of fun and laughs – Comedy for a Cause! To purchase tickets, go to the SoHo Playhouse website, or https://ci.ovationtix. com/35583/production/1140896

Gabe Mollica is a comedian and writer living in Astoria, Queens. He’s performed his critically acclaimed

hour “Solo,” a show about friendship, at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the Winnipeg Fringe Festival, Manhattan’s prestigious 59east59th street Theatre, and cities across the globe including New York, Dallas, Chicago, Los Angeles, Albany, and Dublin, Ireland. He has appeared on The Moth Radio Hour on NPR, BBC Radio 4, and wrote for the 2020 and 2019 New York Video Game Awards with the writers of “The Daily Show with Trevor Noah.” He performs nightly in New York City. https:// www.gabemollica.com/.

The I’m Not Done Yet Foundation is a 501c3 non-profit founded in memory of Bobby Menges who died of cancer in 2017 at the age of 19. Bobby lived every day exemplifying the ideal of "never being done." Since its inception, I’m Not Done Yet has donated over $1,500,000 to support AYA cancer initiatives across the country through its partnerships with the Duke Cancer Institute, NYU Langone - Long Island Cancer Center for Kids, Case Comprehensive Cancer Center, First Descents, Elephants & Tea, Stupid Cancer, Triage Cancer, and more. www.imnotdoneyetfoundation.org

Garden City Real Estate Market Information

RECENT REAL ESTATE SALES IN GARDEN CITY

The information about the homes and the photos were obtained through the Multiple Listing Services of Long Island. The homes presented were selected based solely on the fact that they were recently sold.

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74 Garden Street

Date: 1/27/2023

Sold price: $1,480,000

4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1 half bath

Architectural Style: Tudor

Lot size: .23 acre

Total taxes: $26,228

MLS number: 3430693

The Seller’s Team: Maureen Lagarde, Compass Greater NY

The Buyer’s Team: Maureen Lagarde, Compass Greater NY

Long Island Sales Data From One Key MLS

Stunning Olive Tjaden Tudor! Perfectly situated mid-block on a 10,000 sqft. beautifully landscaped property with over 2,800 sqft of immaculate living space. With high ceilings, gorgeous millwork and hardwood floors throughout, this home offers four spacious bedrooms, two full and one half renovated baths. It has a gorgeous newly renovated eat-in-kitchen with Viking + Subzero appliances that leads out to an enchanted storybook backyard featuring a lovely covered brick patio, green space & garden. It has an elegant living room with fireplace, and stately dining room lined with the most attractive recessed molding. It has a full finished basement with rec area, laundry, storage, work room and utilities. It offers a full unfinished attic, inground sprinkler system, and security alarm system. It is close to schools, the park, shopping, and the Long Island Railroad station.

143 Cambridge Avenue

Date: 01/25/2023

Sold price: $1,355,000

5 bedrooms, 3 full baths

Style: Farm Ranch

Lot size: .29 acre

Total taxes: $24,198

MLS number: 3438962

The Seller’s Team: Scott Wallace, Daniel Gale Sotheby’s Intl Realty

The Buyer’s Team: Janet Pushee and Vanessa Alabaneze, Coldwell Banker American Homes

Sprawling, 5 Bedroom, 3 Bath Expanded Farm Ranch in The Estates Section of Garden City. This Home Features Entry Foyer, Living Room w/Sitting Room & Fireplace, Eat In Kitchen with Open Concept Flow to Dining Room or Adjacent Family Room. Primary Bedroom Suite W/Bath, 2 Additional Bedrooms/Den & Full Bath, 2nd Floor Offers 2 Oversized Bedrooms & Full Bath. The Large Full Finished Basement Has Endless Opportunities w/ Family Room, Bonus Rooms (Office & Gym), & Laundry/Utility Room. Park-Like, Oversized Grounds With Patio & Greenspace, which is Great Entertaining Space. 2 Car Attached Garage & Multiple Car Parking. Centrally Located to Everything; Restaurants, Shops & LIRR.

100 Hilton Avenue Unit M24

Date: 01/31/2023

Sold price: $735,000

2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1 half bath

Style: Condo

Total taxes: $7,640

Common charges: $1,870

MLS number: 3336732

The Seller’s Team: H. Arthur Anderson, Daniel Gale

Sothebys Intl Realty

The Buyer’s Team: Susan MacDonald, Daniel Gale Sothebys Intl. Realty

Duplex with 1st Floor Living Room/Dining Room opening to a beautiful private patio, Kitchen and HalfBathroom. 2nd Floor boasts a Primary Bedroom En-Suite with Full-Bath and Second Bedroom / Den / Office with its own Full-Bathroom. The Wyndham Condominium Common Areas offer an indoor pool, gym, exercise room, party room, movie theatre,outdoor BBQ and seating area for residents enjoyment. Private Storage Cage comes with the unit and 2 Valet Garage Parking Spaces!

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CPOA announces meeting, BOE candidate

In response to various local issues, the CPOA (Central Property Owners Association) is taking the opportunity to participate in a combined property owners association (POA) meeting on February 8th at Stewart School beginning at 7:30pm. The speakers will be Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and County Legislator Laura Schaefer. They will address the proposed Casino project at the Nassau Coliseum site. This meeting will be in lieu of the previously mentioned February 14 CPOA meeting at 108 Rockaway Avenue.

Further the CPOA is pleased

to announce their candidate for BOE Trustee, Liz Cheung-Gaffney. Previously we had announced both Peter Manley and Liz Cheung-Gaffney as candidates. Since then, Mr. Manley has announced that he will withdraw and put his support behind Ms. CheungGaffney. More information regarding our candidate will follow.

For ongoing updates in news and issues concerning the Central Section and the village at large please visit the combined POA website gcpoas.org or the direct Central Section website gccpoa.org.

School Board appoints new director of technology

The Garden City Public Schools Board of Education has announced the appointment of Lauren Maguire as the district’s new director of technology and innovation, effective immediately. Ms. Maguire is a familiar face within the Garden City community, having worked in various roles in the district since 1996, including classroom teacher, computer teacher and staff developer. Most recently, she served as a technology staff developer, assisting the district with its ongoing integration of technology tools in the classroom.

Under her leadership, Ms. Maguire has worked with staff and administrators to implement the rollout of New York State’s computer science and digital fluency standards across the curriculum K–12. One such initiative is

the introduction of kidOYO, a platform designed to teach these skills to students in grades 3–5. Additionally, Ms. Maguire is also helping to support and facilitate the district’s participation in the nationwide Make:Able Challenge, where teams enrolled in the district’s Project Lead The Way course use the design thinking process to create 3D Printed products or prototypes to improve the daily lives of those with disabilities or the elderly. This collaborative team includes PLTW teachers Charles Hager and Stephanie Schilling, High School Librarian Margaux Calemmo, Technology Staff Developer Michael Davola and Assistive Technology Specialist Jen Martin. Additionally, Ms. Maguire has incorporated a Vocational Learning Program within the IT department in collaboration with the ACES Program at the high school. Through this program, students are offered valuable on-the-job training opportunities that enable them to gain skills and experience in fields that they may pursue after moving on from high school.

“Ms. Maguire possesses outstanding leadership qualities that will undoubtedly be an asset to our district as we continue to advance our technology initiatives and launch a new district website coming in July 2023,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kusum Sinha.

“I thank the Board of Education for this opportunity and the district for its support of me over the years,” said Ms. Maguire. “My goal in this new role is to support our teachers in using technology as a tool to enhance learning for all students and to prepare them with the technological skills necessary for a successful future.”

Lauren Maguire, the new director of technology and innovation for Garden City Public Schools.

Photo courtesy of Garden City Public Schools

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Free Barb’s Beer at Runner in Red 5K

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Barb’s Beer was a hit at the Garden City Turkey Trot last fall where hundreds of free samples of the charity brew were given out at the finish line. Now all runners over 21 will get another free taste at the Runner in Red 5K race at Eisenhower Park on March 18. The Runner in Red race/walk raises funds to cure lung cancer in memory of Barb Murphy, wife of Tom Murphy, author of the Runner in Red novel. Tom, right, wheels a keg of Barb’s Beer to the “starting line” with his brother, James Hector Murphy. Special thanks to race sponsors, Hilton Capital Management, Katten and CIM Group. Register for the charity run at RunnerinRed.com.

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RotaCare receives donation from Williston Park Rotary

At a recent meeting of Williston Park Rotary, RotaCare was presented with a donation from the Club in the amount of $500.

Founded by Mineola-Garden City Rotary in 1992, RotaCare’s mission is to facilitate free health care for the relief of pain and suffering to those

who have the most need and least access to medical care.

RotaCare operates from a modern newly renovated facility at 175 Fulton St., Suite 206, Hempstead, NY. For information about donating or volunteering, go to www.rotacareny.org.

Moody’s issues Aaa rating with stable outlook

SUBMITTED BY THE VILLAGE OF GARDEN CITY

In anticipation of the Village’s upcoming Bond Anticipation Notes (BANs) sale, Village Treasurer Irene Woo held a ratings call with Moody’s Investor Service, Inc. On January 25, Moody’s has again issued the Aaa rating with a stable outlook, citing in their credit opinion the village’s strengths, including conservative fiscal management, healthy reserves and liquidity.

The credit opinion now also includes a rating for Environmental, Social and Governance impacts. The overall rating for the Village is CIS-1 (positive). The Environmental score is Moderately Negative. Moody’s deems all issuers in Nassau County to have elevated exposures to storms

and water stress. However, under the Social and Governance impacts, the Village’s score is positive. Social impacts include strong employment, high resident income, and low violent crimes. Under Governance, they stated the “Government operations are managed by certified and experienced professionals who are responsible for implementing policy objectives.”

The Village will be issuing $46,778,000 in BANs for the six Water Well Treatment projects. These are one year notes and once the New York State grants are received (totaling $25,670,098), the Village will issue long term bonds for the difference. The Moody’s report can be viewed on the Village’s new website, www. gardencityny.net, under the Finance Department tab.

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Seven Garden City High School students were awarded the Adelphi University Prize for Leadership. This award is given to high school juniors who exhibit academic excellence and display strong leadership skills through volunteer and community service work.

Congratulations to the winners:

Julia Cherchever, Owen Conway, Emma Harty, Victoria Lopez, Augustin Mingoia Murphy, Niamh Pfaff and Michael Power.

Award winners receive $1,000, an inscribed award, two tuition-free courses at Adelphi University and Adelphi University library privileges.

Eastern POA to offer scholarship

The Eastern Property Owners’ Association has announced that it will once again award a $1000 scholarship for 2023 to a graduating high school senior who resides in the Eastern section.

The candidates, or their family, must be dues paying members of the EPOA. They must be currently attending public or private high school and plan to attend college full time in the fall. The focus of this scholarship is community

service.

Candidates need to submit an application which can be accessed from the EPOA website at www.gcepoa.org or obtained from the Garden City High School Guidance Department. Should you have a question, you can call Barbara Garry at 516-248-1486.

All interested, eligible seniors are encouraged to apply. The deadline for applications is April 17, 2023.

From left: Augustin Mingoia Murphy, Michael Power, Victoria Lopez, Emma Harty, Julia Cherchever and Owen Conway were honored as the Adelphi University Prize for Leadership recipients.

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Sacred Heart appoints new principal

Sacred Heart Academy (SHA) has announced the appointment of Dr. Teresa Prendergast as the 11th principal of the all-girls, Catholic, college-preparatory school. An experienced educator and strategic administrator, Prendergast will assume the role in August 2023. She succeeds Sister Jean Amore who has served as principal since September 2018.

Dr. Prendergast currently serves as the superintendent of the Great Neck Public School system. In this role, she is responsible for 6,800 students enrolled in grades pre-K through grade 12 across ten schools. She oversees curriculum and instruction, professional development, recruitment and retention, supports student wellness through strong social emotional curricular programs and expanded mental health offerings, including a mental health partnership with Northwell Health.

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President Kristin Lynch Graham says, “In a field of talented candidates and a rigorous search process, Dr. Prendergast’s impeccable professional resume combined with her personal style, faith, and deep commitment to SHA’s mission made her the standout choice. As a twotime SHA parent herself (Kaitlin ‘10, Megan‘12), she knows first-hand the value of the SHA experience. In fact, it was her daughter who encouraged her to apply for the role. I am excited to work with Dr. Prendergast.”

An educator since 1987, Prendergast’s career includes roles of assistant superintendent, principal, assistant principal, dean, and classroom teacher. She is formerly the assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction for the Garden City Public Schools.

She earned a Doctorate of Education in educational administration and supervision, and a

Professional Diploma in educational supervision and administration, both from St. John’s University, a Master of Science degree in mathematics education, grades 7–12, from CUNY Lehman College, and a Bachelor of Science in elementary education, nursery-grade 6, and mathematics, grades 7–9, from St. John’s University.

Prendergast said, ”Empowering young women as they develop into confident leaders and contributing members of their communities and faith resonates deeply with both my professional and personal values. Having sent two daughters through Sacred Heart Academy, I know firsthand the value of a Sacred Heart degree and how impactful SHA has been in shaping their futures. It is an honor to join the school at this pivotal moment of growth and advancement and I look forward to many rewarding years at SHA.”

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Housing Proposal and Casino Development

The Mayor’s Village Governance Committee hosted a Meet and Greet with several Village Trustees on Tuesday at the Garden City Casino. Hempstead Town Supervisor Donald Clavin was a special guest. He spoke about Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposed plan to create 800,000 new housing units over the next 10 years in New York State. Supervisor Clavin encouraged residents to contact their representatives in the Senate (Kevin Thomas) and Assembly (Ed Ra), as well as call the Governor’s office to share any concerns about this housing proposal. I urge residents to do the same. As Mayor, I also directed the Village Administrator, Building Superintendent, Village Engineer and Village Counsel to conduct a survey of properties in proximity to LIRR Stations which could potentially be developed per the Governor’s new initiative.

Supervisor Clavin also spoke about the proposed development of a casino, among other things, on the Coliseum site. The Village, under my direction, is reaching out to all the Mayors of Villages and Towns who may be

impacted by the proposed Nassau Coliseum Casino Development.

Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi is coordinating the Village studies and response to the development issues posed by the Governor’s Office. We are seeking to learn all the details of the plans being proposed. I invited Mayor Waylyn Hobbs, Jr. to the meeting as Hempstead is one of the surrounding villages that would be impacted by the proposed project. I am requesting County Executive Bruce Blakeman discuss elements of the project with the Village as the County reviews the Las Vegas Sands application.

Moody’s Credit Rating

In anticipation of the Village’s upcoming Bond Anticipation Notes (BANs) sale, Village Treasurer Irene Woo held a ratings call with Moody’s Investor Service, Inc. On January 25, Moody’s again issued the Aaa rating with a stable outlook, citing in their credit opinion the Village’s

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strengths, including conservative fiscal management, healthy reserves and liquidity. The credit opinion now also includes a rating for Environmental, Social and Governance impacts. The overall rating for the Village is CIS-1 (positive). The Environmental score is Moderately Negative.

Moody’s deems all issuers in Nassau County to have elevated exposures to storms and water stress. However, under the Social and Governance impacts, the Village’s score is positive. Social impacts include strong employment, high resident income, and low violent crimes. Under Governance, the opinion stated, “Government operations are managed by certified and experienced professionals who are responsible for implementing policy objectives.” The Village will be issuing $46,778,000 in BANs for the six Water Well Treatment projects. These are one year notes and once the New York State grants are received (totaling $25,670,098), the Village will issue

long-term bonds for the difference. The Moody’s report can be viewed on the Village’s new website, www. gardencityny.net, under the Finance Department tab.

Village Tax Payments

As of February 6, 2023, tax payments made by check must be made in the form of certified check or money order. Cash is also accepted. Certified checks and money orders may be placed in the secure Finance Department lockbox located in the second floor by the Building Department during office hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday), or anytime in the lockbox located by the Police Department. Please advise if a receipt is requested via email (indicate email address on payment envelope). In an effort to assist residents requesting to pay their taxes in cash during the Village Hall first floor renovation, the Finance Department Tax Office will be accepting cash tax payments at the second floor DPW office window at Village Hall by appointment only. Please call Angella Ciolino at (516) 465-4156 at least 24 hours prior to your requested time to confirm amount

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Suspicious event

Garden City Police said that on January 25th subjects were seen on surveillance cameras checking car door handles in a Franklin Court driveway.

Suspended license

A motorist on Edgemere Road on January 25th was charged with driving with a suspended license and passing a stop sign.

Gas odor

GCFD and GCPD responded to a residence for a gas odor on January 25th. Firefighters determined the cause to be a defective boiler and rendered the area safe.

Bridge strike

On January 25th a truck struck the Cherry Valley overpass. The operator was charged with disregarding bridge clearance signs.

Excessive speed

A motorist on Stewart Avenue and Edgemere Road was charged with unlicensed operation and excessive speed on January 25th.

Fake plates

On January 26th a truck driver on Stewart Avenue was charged with driving with fraudulent license plates and no highway tax use permit.

Light out

Officers responded to a traffic light malfunction on Clinton Road at Old Country Road on January 26th.

Burnt food

Garden City police and firefighters responded to Adelphi University on January 26th for a fire alarm and determined the cause to be burnt food.

Multiple infractions

On January 26th a motorist on Stewart Avenue was charged with driving with switched license plates, unregistered vehicle, and no insurance.

Arrest for ID theft

Officers responded to a Franklin Avenue bank for an alarm activation on January 27th. Upon inves tigation, police arrested a woman for allegedly attempting to withdraw money from a victim’s account by presenting forged identification documents. She was charged with Identity Theft, two counts of Possession of a Forged Instrument, and Attempted Grand Larceny.

Unauthorized withdrawals

On January 27th a victim told Garden City Police that the password to her cash app was changed, resulting in unauthorized withdrawals against her bank account.

Hit and run

A vehicle was observed by witnesses leaving the scene after backing into and damaging another vehicle in Parking Field 8 on January 27th.

Unlicensed operation

A motorist involved in an accident on Herricks Road on January 27th was charged with unlicensed operation.

Rocks thrown

On January 28th Garden City Police investigated a report of youths throwing rocks at vehicles in the vicinity of Hilton Avenue and Barnes Lane. One motorist stated her vehicle sustained a broken rear window. The youths fled southbound. Officers apprehend-

ed one of the youths. He was cited for the incident and released to his parents.

Cooking smoke

The GCPD and GCFD responded to Adelphi University on January 28th for a fire alarm and determined the cause to be cooking smoke.

Light malfunction

Garden City Police responded to Franklin Avenue and 14th Street for a traffic light malfunction on January 28th.

Suspended license

A motorist on Franklin Avenue and 7th Street was charged with driving with a suspended license and a suspended registration on January 28th.

Strange occurrence

On January 29th Garden City Police responded to a Barnes Lane residence to investigate a report of the garage door opening for unknown reasons. A resident stated that she observed a vehicle in the area at the time of occurrence. The premise was checked, and all appeared to be in order.

Suspended license

A motorist on Clinton Road on January 29th was charged with driving with a suspended license and excessive speed.

Rally detail

Garden City Police officers were assigned to traffic and safety details for a vigil and rally on Old Country Road on January 29th. No incidents were reported.

Identity theft

Garden City Police investigated a January 29th report of a victim’s identity being stolen to open an unauthorized insurance account.

Inside job?

On January 29th a resident reported the theft of jewelry from her bedroom. The victim states she has had workers inside her home recently.

Bomb threat

On January 30th Garden City Police responded to the Middle School, where staff had received a phone call stating that there were multiple bombs placed inside the building. Officers and school staff safely evacuated the students to a neutral site. Garden City Police conducted a comprehensive systematic search of the building and surrounding area with assistance from school staff, a GCFD Fire Chief, and Nassau County PD. Upon completion, the incident was deemed unfounded. Officers and school staff safely escorted the students back to the Middle School. The investigation regarding the origin of the call is ongoing.

Counterfeit money

On January 30th a victim told police that he sold an item to another person for cash and when he attempted to deposit the cash in a bank it was determined that most of the money was counterfeit.

Criminal mischief

Officers investigated a report of criminal mischief at the Bird Sanctuary where multiple items were found damaged on January 30th.

Vehicle damaged

A victim reported her vehicle was damaged by unknown means on January 30th while parked on the

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Adelphi PAC to present “New Music XVIII”

The annual “new music” series Yarn/Wire marks its 18th year at the Adelphi University Performing Arts Center (PAC) stage Friday, February 17. The new music quartet is dedicated to the promotion of creative, experimental new music in the U.S. and abroad. The show will feature works by Alex Mincek, Kelley Sheehan and Enno Poppe.

Yarn/Wire supports composers and audiences through live performances, educational activities, and large-scale collaborative projects. The ensemble is devoted to expanding the representation of composers including but not limited to those who identify as women, LGBTQIA+, Black, African, Indigenous, Latina(o)(x), Asian, or Arab.

Members of the quartet include Laura Barger and Julia Den Boer on piano and Russell Greenberg and Sae Hashimoto playing percussion. Rob Cosgrove is the managing director.

d’Automne and the Infuse Series in Paris, Unerhorte Musik in Berlin, the Tectonics Festival in Glasgow, and the CMC in Toronto. Yarn/Wire founder Greenberg has performed with Wet Ink Ensemble, International Contemporary Ensemble, Argento, Signal Ensemble, San Francisco Contemporary Music Players, and Two-Headed Calf. The newest member of Yarn/Wire, Japaneseborn Hashimoto’s unique approach to performance is cultivated by her intensive classical training and a decade of freelance experience in NYC performing symphonic, baroque, contemporary, and avant-garde music. As an orchestral musician, she has appeared as guest timpanist with the New York Philharmonic and the New York City Ballet.

“New Music XVIII: Yarn/Wire” takes place at Adelphi's PAC at 7:30 p.m.

The annual “new music” series Yarn/Wire marks its 18th year at the Adelphi University Performing Arts Center (PAC) stage Friday, February 17.

Barger is a founding member of Yarn/Wire, and has been a frequent guest performer with many of the top American contemporary ensembles, including the Wet Ink Ensemble, International Contemporary Ensemble, and Talea Ensemble. French-American Den Boer performs internationally as a soloist and chamber musician. Recent appearances include the Festival

Tickets are $30 with discounts available to seniors, students, alumni and employees. For more information, call Lucia and Steven N. Fischer Box Office at 516-877-4000 or email boxoffice@adelphi.edu. The box office is open Wednesday through Friday from noon to 5 p.m. and is also open two hours before all ticketed performances. Ticket sales, livestream details, and additional information are available online.

Kindness Counts at Garden City Middle School

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Student recipients of the Kindness Counts Award proudly displayed their awards. Photo courtesy of Garden City Public Schools

Garden City Middle School students are nominated each month by staff members for the Kindness Counts Award. This award recognizes students for doing something kind for others.

Congratulations to December’s award recipients: Joseph Barry, Cooper Bromberg, Brianna Kashimer, Charlotte Kohner and Emily Potter.

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The Girl Scouts of Garden City kicked off the new year on the "right foot" with some movement and music on Friday, January 27. Troop 1480 hosted the healthy

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It’s What’s Happening For Young Adults Through the 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 Saturday, February 4, at 11:30 a.m. Registration begins Tuesday, January 24, at 10 a.m. 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 Saturday, February 18.

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.

This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Teen Crafternoon: Heart Canvas Painting

Join us on Saturday, February 4, at 3 p.m. for Teen Crafternoon: Heart Canvas Painting! This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12 only. Registration began Tuesday, January 24, online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Participants will each receive a heartshaped canvas and can use acrylic or watercolor paints. 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 Sunday, February 5, at 2 p.m.–4 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 2 hours of community service. This program is for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12. Registration began Tuesday, January 31, online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability.

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

The next meeting of the Teen Advisory Board will be held on Tuesday, February 7, at 4 p.m. Registration began Tuesday, January 31, 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.

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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 9 at 4 p.m. Registration began Tuesday, January 31, 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.

Teen Gamers

Kick off the weekend with our new Teen Gamers program! 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. The February session will be held Friday, February 10, at 3:30 p.m.. Registration began Tuesday, January 31, 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 will be shamrocks, which will be used to decorate the Tweens and Teens Ornament Tree in March. Registration begins Tuesday, February 7, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Completed ornaments must be returned by February 16 to the Library.

Registrants will be asked to pick up

Teens play video games while enjoying snacks and hanging out with friends during the program Teen Gamers, which was held Friday, January 27, in the Tweens and Teens Room at the Library. Teen Gamers will be held again on Friday, February 10, at the Library.

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.

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 Wednesday, February 15. 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 7, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). 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 23, at 3 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 14, 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.

Volunteers Needed: Reading Pals

Volunteer to read to and then do a craft with children ages PreK–Grade 2 during the program Reading Pals! The February session will be held on Tuesday, February 28. The Reading Pals program runs from 4 p.m.–4:30 p.m. Volunteers are asked to arrive at 3:30 p.m. to review the material before the start of the program and stay until 5 p.m. to help clean up. Volunteers must be in Grades 6–12 only. Registration to volunteer begins Tuesday, February 21, 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.

GCPL Tweens and Teens Best Books

2023 Committee: Volunteers Needed! The Tweens and Teens Department is

It’s What’s Happening For Young Adults Through the Library

looking for tweens and teens in Grades 6–12 to volunteer to provide feedback on recently published Young Adult books as part of our Tweens and Teens Best Books 2023 Committee! Eligible books are those published between October 1, 2022 and December 5, 2023 and aimed at tweens and teens in Grades 6–12.

Volunteers will be asked to read books on the Tweens and Teens Department’s monthly reading lists beginning with December 2022 and then write a 300-word review. Volunteers can also nominate a book not on our lists as long as it’s published between October 1, 2022 and December 5, 2022 and the Library owns a physical copy in the Young Adult collection. Volunteers will earn community service credit.

Credit for both reading and writing reviews on new books in the Library’s Young Adult Collection. The feedback used throughout the year will help the Young Adult Librarians compile the Best Books list for the year in December 2023.

There are no requirements on how many books a volunteer must read and volunteers can read however many new books they are able to throughout the year. Volunteers can get credit for books they do not finish, as long as they provide 300-word feedback as to why they chose not to finish the book. The committee may meet throughout the year if there is interest, but volunteers are not required to attend meetings and can still participate by reading and providing feedback on recent Young Adult books.

If interested, please sign-up to join the committee by visiting Garden City Public Library’s website at https:// www.gardencitypl.org/tweens-teensbest-books-2023-committee/ or for more information, please contact the Young

Adult Department at https://www.gardencitypl.org/young-adult-department/ contact-the-young-adult-tweens-teensdepartment/.

Follow Tweens and Teens on Facebook and Instagram

Follow Garden City Library’s Tweens and Teens on Facebook and Instagram! The Young Adult Department uses both social media platforms as a tool to post updates and announcements about upcoming Library programs and community service opportunities.

Here are the Facebook and Instagram pages for the Garden City Public Library

Tweens and Teens Department:

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ GCPLTweensTeens

Instagram: www.instagram.com/ GCPLTweensTeens

If you’re interested in participating and want to learn when events will be happening for tweens and teens (Grades 6–12), or if you have any questions, email Young Adult Librarian Laura Giunta at https://www.gardencitypl.org/ young-adult-department/contact-theyoung-adult-tweens-teens-department/ .

Teen Advisory Board Applications Now Available Online

If you are interested in helping to come up with programming 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. Email Young Adult Librarian Laura Giunta at https://www.gardencitypl.org/ young-adult-department/contact-theyoung-adult-tweens-teens-department/ if you have any questions.

Friends of the Library to hold book sale

The Friends of the Garden City Public Library will be hosting an Overstock Book Bag Sale on Friday, February 10, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Saturday, February 11, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., and Sunday February 12, from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. at the Library’s Large Meeting Room on the lower level. All books will be priced to move quickly at discounted prices. Adult fiction is .50¢ (exclusively adult contemporary fiction). Children’s books are .25¢, or you

can fill a medium-sized bag provided by the Friends for $5.

The Friends of the Library support Library programs for children, young adults and adults such as lectures, crafts, toddler programs, museum passes and more!

For more information about the Friends, visit www.gardencitypl.org/ friends/

Books and Brownies at the Library

Tweens work on a graphic novel-themed craft led by a teen volunteer and Girl Scout during the program Books and Brownies, which was held Thursday, January 26, at the Library. This program is a joint program with the Children’s Department and Young Adult Department and is part of a Girl Scout’s Gold Award project. Another Books and Brownies will be held on Tuesday, March 21.

News from the Children’s Room

Construction and the Children’s Room

Construction continues! The Children’s Room has relocated temporarily near the Periodical Room with materials on the first floor and the second floor. Come by to say hello and scope out the new location!

February is Black History Month

Come and see our display in the Children’s Department and learn about the lives of Black Americans and events in their history.

Valentine’s Day

February 14 is Valentine's Day. Come and see our display in the Children's Department and share a Valentine's Day book with a special person.

Presidents’ Day

February 20 is Presidents’ Day. Come and see our display in the Children’s Department and read about the lives of our presidents.

Winter/Spring Programs

Mother Goose

Celebrate Valentines Day with some books from the Garden City Public LIbrary's Children's Room.

(Not Yet in Kindergarten) 1:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m.

(

Ages 6 Months–29 Months Old) 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m.

(Toddlers Ages 2½–3 ½) 11:30a.m.–12:00 p.m.

(Pre-Schoolers Ages 3–5

• Monday, January 30-

Registration began Tuesday, January 24, @ 10:00 a.m.

• Monday, February 6-

Registration begins Tuesday, January

Chess lessons for grades 3–6

31, @ 10:00 a.m.

• Monday, February 13-

Registration begins Tuesday, February 7, @ 10:00 a.m.

• Monday, February 27-

Registration begins Tuesday, February 14, @ 10:00 a.m.

Reading Pals

(Ages 4–Second Grade)

(All program registrations always start at 10 a.m.)

Tuesday, Feb. 28, from 4:00–4:30 p.m.

Registration begins Feb. 14

Tuesday, Mar. 28, from 4:00–4:30 p.m.

Registration begins March 21

Tuesday, Apr. 18, from 4:00–4:30 p.m.

Registration begins April 4

Crafty Wednesday with Shirley Ruby

Wednesday, Feb. 8, 4:00 p.m., for Grades K–5

Tree of Hearts Craft. Registration begins Jan. 31.

Monthly LEGO Club

Wednesday, Feb. 15, 4:00 p.m.

No registration — First come first served.

Additional winter/spring programming information will be coming soon. Please check Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) for registration information.

A teen instructor, and one of the co-founders of Chess4Community, volunteers to teach chess to tweens in Grades 3–6 during the fourth week’s session of Chess4Community: Chess Lessons, which was held on Wednesday, January 25, at the Library. This program is a joint program with the Children’s Department and Young Adult Department.

News from the Garden City Public Library

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Starting Feb 10 through Feb 12, the Friends of the Garden City Public Library will be hosting an Overstock Book “Bag” Sale downstairs in the large meeting room. All current Adult fiction will be 50¢ , Children's books will be 25¢, or Fill a bag for $5. Come to the library and support the Friends.

Winter Programs

News about winter programs are listed below. Check out our website (www.gardencitypl.org) in the coming weeks for more information about upcoming programs.

Monday Movies Presented by the Friends of the Garden City Library

Mondays at 1:30 p.m.

• 2/6/23: “Royal Wedding” (1951), 93 Mins.

• 2/13/23: “The Proposal” (2009), 109 Mins.

• 2/20/23: LIBRARY CLOSED

• 2/27/23: “Dave” (1993), 110 Mins.

Mom’s Yoga Night Out with Kimberly Mercadante: New Dates Added!

You don’t have to be a mom to join us for these one-hour beginner’s yoga classes! This program has become so popular that we have added an additional five more sessions! This class will focus on beginning yoga. Please bring your own yoga mat to each class.

Due to the popularity of this program, we have added 5 additional sessions: 7–8 p.m.

• Wednesday, February 15

-* Registration begins Tuesday Feb. 710 a.m.

• Wednesday, March 1 -*

Registration begins Tuesday Feb. 710 a.m.

• Wednesday, March 8

- * Registration begins Tuesday Feb. 710 a.m.

• Wednesday, March 15 -

*Registration begins Tuesday Feb. 710 a.m.

• Wednesday, March 22 -*

Registration begins Tuesday Feb. 7 - 10 a.m.

*Each class requires a separate registration on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl. org).

These programs are sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Adult Valentine’s Craft with Shirley Ruby

Wednesday, February 8, 2023 1:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m.

Time to think about spring, and this is the perfect project to welcome the new season! Join Shirley Ruby and learn how to paint a double birdhouse motif on a wood plank. You’ll learn tips and techniques to help you paint a colorin and fun sign you will enjoy displaying year round!

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Registration began online on Monday, January 16, online at www.gardencitypl.org.

Contact Adult Services (516)742-8405 ext. 5236.

Smarter Social Security: Strategies to Optimize S pousal & Survivor Benefits with Daniel Mazola, CFA, CPA.

Wednesday, February 8, 2023

7 p.m.–8 p.m.

This program will provide a broad overview of the Social Security retirement program while examining in detail spousal benefits and ways to optimize them.

Registration began online on Monday, January 23, 2023, at Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org).

Contact Adult Services (516)742-8405 ext. 5236.

Hempstead Receiver of Taxes Jeanine C. Driscoll

Monday, February 13, 2023

7 p.m.–8 p.m.

Town of Hempstead Receiver of Taxes

Jeanine C. Driscoll will be walking taxpayers through the process of grieving their home’s assessment on their own, as well as answer any questions they have regarding property taxes.

Registration began online on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) starting Monday, January 30, 2023, at 10:00 a.m.

Contact Adult Services (516)742-8405 ext. 5236

Learn How to Avoid Scams

Wednesday, February 15, 2023

1 p.m.–2 p.m.

An hour-long program from the Family & Children’s Association specifically for adults who are at risk and vulnerable. Learn how to avoid scams. Come join us for this valuable presentation and learn how to NOT be a victim.

Registration began online on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) starting Monday, January 30, 2023, at 10:00 a.m.

Contact Adult Services (516)742-8405 ext. 5236

Please visit the Library for more infor-

mation on additional upcoming events and programs. You can also visit our website (www.gardencitypl.org), follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ GardenCityPubLib), or call us (516-742-8405 - ext. 5236) to learn more. There’s more great programs to come, so stay tuned!

Five Basic Principles For Getting (and Staying!) Organized

Wednesday, February 22, 2023

7 p.m.–8 p.m.

As professional organizers and co-authors of the self-help book “Beyond Tidy,” Marie Limpert & Annmarrie Brogan of Organize Me! of NY, LLC will teach their Five Basic Organizing Principles, answer

questions and provide solutions to common challenges that get people stuck. Join us for this one-hour presentation followed by a short Q&A session.

Registration began online on Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) starting Monday, January 30, 2023 at 10:00 a.m.

Contact Adult Services (516)742-8405 ext. 5236

Please visit the Library for more information on additional upcoming events and programs. You can also visit our website (www.gardencitypl.org), follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ GardenCityPubLib), or call us (516-742-8405 - ext. 5236) to learn more. There’s more great programs to come, so stay tuned!

The Debt Ceiling Battle

BY BOB MORGAN, JR.

It is only early February, but a major political story likely to continue throughout much of 2023 is the battle over increasing the debt ceiling and the possibility of negotiated spending cuts.

As a quick primer, because the federal government runs at a deficit, it must borrow money to finance its debts, which it does by selling Treasury bills and other securities. The government’s ability to borrow, however, is limited by law to amounts under the debt ceiling. Whenever borrowing hits the debt ceiling, which is currently $31.4 trillion, further borrowing must be authorized by Congress.

On January 19, the United States ran out of money to be able to pay its debts in the ordinary course of business. However, through a series of budgetary maneuvers by the Treasury Department, it is still possible to stay legally below the debt ceiling and make payments on federal obligations until at least late June. At some point, however, the debt ceiling will be reached, and the United States will be unable to pay its obligations.

Obviously, the political calculus involving the debt ceiling was changed by the Republican takeover of the House of Representatives, even if by a narrow margin. GOP votes will now be needed to raise the ceiling. Refusing to increase the debt limit would put the United States in default on its financial obligations, which likely would roil financial markets around the world while shutting down much of the federal government.

Right now, Republicans are attempting to negotiate an increase in the debt ceiling by tying the hike with a package of mandated spending cuts, which they argue will lessen the need for sharp increases in the limit going forward. Democrats and the White House, however, are currently taking the position that there should be no strings attached to raising the debt ceiling, which they say is simply the only responsible course of action. One wild card here is that the fragile Republican majority is divided on how much spending reduction to demand and

Garden City Girl Scouts plan “Souper Bowl”

whether the spending cuts should extend to military spending.

The federal budget deficits that fuel the debt ceiling issue are indeed a big problem. As The New York Times recently reported, the level of federal debt is six times as big as at the beginning of this century, is the largest percentage of the national economy since World War II, and it is growing by $1.3 trillion per year. In fairness, however, both Republican and Democratic Administrations have contributed to the problem. Even before major emergency spending for COVID, the Republican Trump Administration rarely emphasized budget restraint and helped enact a tax cut bill that added to the deficit. Under Democratic President Biden, an additional massive COVID spending bill was enacted, as was an infrastructure bill and a green energy spending bill.

Importantly, it is difficult to reduce spending simply by legislative act because most outlays (for example, entitlement spending) are basically on autopilot, with only about 30 percent considered discretionary spending subject to annual approval; even these amounts are often combined in an omnibus measure that is adopted on a take it or leave it basis. This points up the importance of the debt ceiling negotiations.

While Democrats basically do not want to enter into a deal to lower spending and will blame Republicans for any adverse effects arising from a failure to pass a debt ceiling increase, Republicans have a narrow path to tread.

First, Republicans will have to gain a consensus within their slim House majority as to a spending proposal (it probably makes sense to wait for a budget proposal from the Biden Administration) and they will probably have to scuttle any changes as to entitlements and maybe defense. Perhaps their best opportunity is to work out a deal with maverick Democratic Senator Joe Manchin that could put a Senate vote also in play. But given the significant risks of burgeoning deficits and debt, it is a battle well worth fighting.

Let

2022 First Annual Souper Bowl.

Imagine if everyone watching the big game gave just one food item to help local neighbors in need. Don’t sit on the sidelines… Join the Garden City Association of Girl Scouts and Take the Challenge to Tackle Hunger. Last year, the the Souper Bowl collected 1,100 pounds of food! Help the Girl Scouts break that record this year.

The Garden City Association of Girl Scouts, with the help and support of Senior Troop 1322, is hosting its Second Annual “Souper Bowl” drop off event to benefit the Mary Brennan INN. Community members can drive up and drop off nonperishable food items between 12 p.m.–4 p.m. on Saturday,

your voice be heard!

February 11, at 170 Sackville Road in Garden City.

Suggested Souper Bowl collection items: Canned or dry soups, canned meat, canned tuna and salmon, peanut butter, jelly (no glass), canned stews and chili, canned pasta, canned vegetables, canned fruit, hot and cold cereals, rice, cake mixes, pancake mix, syrup, powdered milk, packaged pasta, juice boxes, canned juices, canned beans, spam, canned gravy, granola bars, or any non-perishable items.

Thank you for your support! Please contact Diana Mitchell with any questions (dianawmitchell@aol.com).

Is there an issue in your community you want to discuss? Want to respond to something you saw in our paper? Then write a letter to our editor and bring it to everyone’s attention! Send your letter to editor@gcnews.com and we’ll publish it for you!

Please note – The Senior Center will be closed until further noticed due to a burst water pipe in the Center. All programs have been moved to St. Paul’s campus.

Senior Activity Schedule

During Senior Center Cleanup

The following classes will take place at St. Paul’s Cottages (108 Rockaway Avenue) while the cleanup of the Senior Center is taking place:

Monday

10:00: Exercise with Felicia in the Cluett Hall

12:00: Retired Men’s Club in the North Cottage

2:00: Knitting & Crochet Club in the North Cottage

2:15: Chair Yoga with Samantha in Cottage #110

Tuesday

2:30: Chair Dancing on even numbered days/ Line Dancing on odd in Cottage #110

Wednesday

11:15: Senior Dance Performance Group with Felicia in Cottage #110*

12:00: Lunch Group in North Cottage

3:00: Chess Club in North Cottage

Thursday

11:15: Yoga with Samantha in Cottage #110

12:00: Retired Men’s Club in the North Cottage

1:30: Chi Kung with Andrea in Cottage #110*

3:15: Zumba Gold with Felicia in Cottage #110*

Friday

Noon: Senior Women’s Bridge

12:30: Resistance Bands with Samantha in Cottage #110

1:00: Aerobics with Samantha in Cottage #110

St. Paul’s Cottages are located behind the St Paul’s building. There will be two entrances, Cottage #110 and the North Cottage. Both face Rockaway Avenue. All game playing and meeting will take place in the North Cottage. All exercise/ dance related classes will take place in Cottage #110.

North Cottage Parking: please

park in the lot to the North of the complex by the soccer field.

Cottage #110 Parking: You can park the same as the North Cottage Parking or, if there are spots available, park by the Recreation Office.

Classes marked with an * denotes that it is a ”pay to go” class. To join, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office.

We have plenty of tables for playing games, but it is, as always, “first come, first serve”.

Winter Pastel Art Class for Adults

Registration has opened for our Winter session of adult Pastel Art Class is Cluett Hall. This program is open to adults who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City and will be run by local artist Arleen Urban. The class will meet for 10 weeks from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. beginning Friday, February 10, in St. Paul’s Cluett Hall. The cost of this program is $140.

To register for this program, please visit the Garden City Recreation and Parks’ Administrative Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. or if you have a password, you can register online at www. gcreconline.gardencityny.net.

For further information, call the Recreation and Parks Office at 465-4075.

For further information, call the Recreation and Parks Office at 465-4075.

Recreation Pickleball News

Beginning the week of January 22, Recreation and Parks will add a Sunday morning and a Thursday afternoon session of pickleball. The schedule will be as follows:

Sundays – 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. beginning January 22

Thursdays – 3:15 to 5:45 p.m. beginning January 26

The above sessions 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.

Monday Night Seniors Bridge Results

The winners of the Monday, January 30, games were:

North/South:

1st Place - Pat Fontaine and Ellen Moynahan

2nd Place - Grace Basile and Athena Philippides

East/West:

1st Place - Tommie Dodge and Terry Schoenig

2nd Place - Carol Bertalli and Angela GovernaleP

Community Club presents Clark Gable program

The Community Club of Garden City and Hempstead is pleased to present a program given by popular lecturer, Marc Courtade, on the iconic movie star, Clark Gable. It will be held on Wednesday, February 8, at 1:30 p.m. at the Garden City Casino.

Clark Gable was the American film actor often referred to as “The King of Hollywood.” He had roles in more than 60 motion pictures in multiple genres during a career that lasted 37 years. During three of those decades Gable played the leading man. Gable was one of the most consistent box-office performers in the history of Hollywood, Whether he was playing the cheeky Rhett Butler in “Gone with the Wind” or an aging cowboy in “The Misfits” his performances were always unforgettable.

Visitors are welcome to the Club meeting for a guest fee of $10.

The Kordes K orner

John Ellis Kordes

I took this photo in October of 1998 in the lobby of the Garden City Hotel. The man on the left is Andrea Bocelli, the famous classical singer. He was born in Italy in 1958 and has achieved worldwide fame. The fellow on the right is Patrick Smalley (GCHS 1975) who was employed by the hotel at that time.

Funny story about when I took this photo. You see, Andrea Bocelli is blind and I knew that. However, I have a habit of telling people to “smile and look at the camera.” Well... after doing that a couple of times he said to me “I would if I could,” and he laughed. So, needless to say I apologized profusely to him and he was kind and said “Don’t worry about it.” Talk about an embarrassing moment.

Clark Gable.

Althea Robinson, Club Speakers Bureau chair; Meg Norris, Club president; Pamela Curtiss, Life’s WORC VP of vocational and non-residential programs; and Tina Moreno, Life’s WORC director of development.

Life’s WORC: Turning Disabilities into Abilities

Last Tuesday, at our regular lunch meeting at Mineola’s Davenport Press restaurant, Mineola-Garden City Rotary members and guests welcomed as guest speakers Tina Moreno, director of development of Life’s WORC, and Pamela Curtiss, VP of vocational & non-residential

programs.

Rotarians and guests heard a comprehensive report about Life’s WORC’s mission: “to provide services and support that facilitate an independent and fulfilling life experience for people with intellectual disabilities and autism.”

Focusing on the many services provided by Life’s WORC, Tina

Morena also reported on the beautiful homes across Long Island and New York City that provide adults with intellectual disabilities and autism the support needed for them to live full and productive lives. She also stressed that many of Life’s WORC’s people are fully capable of holding various positions within the work force and encouraged employers to consider hiring these qualifying individuals.

Pamela Curtiss enthused about the expanded Family Center for Autism (FCA), an inclusive environment where people of all ages can explore a variety of activities, classes, camps and programs, she reported. An open house will be held this Saturday, February 4 at the FCA at 1517 Franklin Ave. where interested parties may take a tour and meet the team of professionals and learn about all that FCA offers — classes, camps and activities. (For information and to RSSVP for tomorrow’s open house, contact 516-741-9000, Ext. 9360/9220.

Both Tina and Pamela were excited to report about a first of its kind employment skills and workforce training program which will operate from the new Life’S WORC WORC Center which will open in late 2023. This multi-purpose community-based center will offer a range of programs for individuals withs autism and special needs to enhance and develop specific skills for the workplace and beyond.

Rotary expects to welcome Life’s WORC representatives back in the near future, for an update on the new

Garden City PTA News

for sessions specially designed for Elementary and Primary students. Sardelli is known for his light-hearted style and a focus on silly poems that show kids how to combine the fun of writing and a love for poetry.

More than 65 Garden City elementary students logged on for a fantastically fun session this past Monday. Next up: Primary students! We encourage all Garden City Kindergarten and First Graders to join the next event on Tuesday, February 7, at 7 p.m. Scan the QR code or visit the PTA’s PARP committee website at www.gardencitypta. org/parp for links to register today!

PARP Continues Author Read-Aloud Series

The PTA’s “Pick a Reading Partner” Committee is continuing its winter author series with two virtual Read Aloud events. We’ve been joined by author and poet Darren Sardelli

Safer Internet Day is February 7!

Hosted by the National PTA, Safer Internet Day is an “international education and awareness-raising effort, celebrated in over 100 countries. Led by ConnectSafely in the United States, it’s a day to bring com -

munities together to discuss challenges families face navigating the digital world, and empowers them to use technology responsibly, respectfully, critically and creatively.”

Visit thttp://bit.ly/40cJmjX to check out the PTA’s internet safety resources, including a Virtual Learning Session at 7:30 p.m. dubbed “No Room for Doom: Helping Your Family Thrive in Our Digital Age.”

Mark Your Calendars!

Get your pencils ready to mark these important upcoming dates for the PTA and your schools:

• Feb. 16: All Schools PTA Meeting, 7:30 p.m.

• Feb. 20–24: Schools Closed, Winter Break

• Mar. 29, 2023: GCPTA Dinner -- Save the Date

Join Us on the PTA!

Did you know that last year the

facility along with a special needs individual who has entered the work force.

Status of Commerce in Garden City: GC Chamber President to Report Next Tuesday, February 14

At Mineola-Garden City’s Valentine’s Day lunch meeting next Tuesday, February 14, 12:15 at Mineola’s Davenport Press restaurant, John Wilton, president of the Garden City Chamber of Commerce and long-time commercial realtor, will enlighten Rotary members and guests about current activities within the Garden City business districts.

As president of the Chamber, and 30-year chairman of the Chamber’s Merchant Business Retail Group, John is known to be the catalyst toward the success of past activities that have served the residents of the Village - along with his involvements in retail commercial real estate. All are invited to attend this special Rotary Lunch meeting to hear John’s report on the status of Commerce in Garden City. (Fee, $35). To reserve for this lunch meeting or those listed below, please email Meg Norris, Club president, at editor@gcnews.com

Upcoming Speakers

February 28 – Sonia Saleh, Rotary 7255 District governor to report on District activities.

March 14 – Gianni Bileddo, vice president Bileddo’s Key Food Marketplace: how current inflation also affects food establishments and the marketplace.

Garden City PTA had 2030 members and donated nearly $125,000 to our seven schools in the form of grants and programming? This year we are aiming for 100% membership and an even stronger impact! It’s not too late to join our crew! Whether you support our work with your membership, or you have the time to volunteer, we want YOU aboard! Join us at https://gcpta.memberhub.com by October 1 for a chance to win a $150 Amazon gift card!

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Choral Evensong for the Feast of Candlemas at the Cathedral

BY LARRY TREMSKY

The Choir of the Cathedral of the Incarnation will sing Choral Evensong for the Feast of Candlemas this Sunday, February 5, at 4:00 p.m.. This traditional service, sung daily in English cathedrals, will include music of the American composers Harold Friedell and Gerald Near, along with hymns sung by the entire congregation. The Cathedral Choir is planning a tour of the UK this summer, and will sing at Southwark, Lincoln and Guildford Cathedrals, and the music heard in this Evensong will include pieces being prepared for the trip. The Cathedral is located at 36 Cathedral Avenue, and the service is free and open to the public.

Decision Day at St. Anne’s School

On Friday, January 27, Saint Anne's School celebrated our Eighth Grader's Decision Day. On this day St. Anne's eighth grade stedents were permitted to wear a hoodie from the high school they have chosen to attend in September 2023. Saint Anne's is very proud of all they have accomplished!

The Cathedral Choir.

IN MEMORIAM

Robert Hegeman

Robert Hegeman passed away peacefully on November 27, 2022, in Greenfield, MA. He was born in Brooklyn, on January 24, 1929, the son of Bernard and Grace (Peckham) Hegeman. Robert was raised and educated in New York at local Brooklyn schools and then at the Stony Brook School. He continued his education receiving his bachelor’s degree from the College of William and Mary and a master’s degree from New York University.

Robert was the beloved husband of Valerie Platt. They married in 1960, settled on Long Island and had three children, Richard, Douglas and Gail. He is survived by his son Douglas Hegeman and his wife Chloe Hegeman; his daughter Gail Hegeman and her partner Tanya Bryant; daughterin-law Patricia Hegeman, and three

grandchildren, Thomas, Catherine and Elizabeth Hegeman; and brother Geoffrey Hegeman and his partner Alison Skye. Robert was predeceased by his wife of fifty-nine years Valerie Hegeman; son Richard Hegeman and brother George Hegeman.

Robert had a successful and exciting career. He worked as an international banker, traveling the world, extending credit to banks in Europe, Asia and the Middle-East. He worked for the Irving Trust Company and for American Express, where he rose to the position of Senior Vice President. Later in his career, he became a consultant in the field of executive search and then for the Bank of Baroda helping them achieve financial success.

Robert went by “Bob” and had a zest for life, always positive and enthusiastic! He and Valerie lived in Garden City for 60 years and were

IN MEMORIAM

John Randall Willets passed away at home in Sunset Beach, North Carolina on January 29, 2023 at the age of 81. John was born in Freeport, New York on September 21, 1941. He graduated from St. Paul's School in Garden City, in 1959, going on to graduate from Dartmouth College in 1963, and the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth in 1966. John was a longtime resident of Garden City, and Sunset Beach, North Carolina. John spent his career across several different industries including roles at Phillip Morris & Co., Pricewater House & Co., he ultimately found his niche of writing for a publisher of legal briefs and texts

used by compliance officers and broker dealers.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Susan Pullman Willets; and their sons, Jason, Adam, and Luke; and John's younger brothers, Rick Willets of Derry, New Hampshire, and Jared Willets of Pensacola, Florida. John is also survived by Jason's wife, Jennifer, their children Trevor and Dearon; Adam's wife Rita, their children Soraya, Zana, and Alexander; and Luke's wife Melissa, and their children Dana, Brooke, Madison, Liam, and Aidan.

He will be remembered for his love of family, spending tie with new and old friends, his dry wit, never ending pursuit of reading classical literature

active in the Garden City Community Church as well as the casino tennis club. Bob was a devoted husband and loved spending time with his family, always up for a good meal or a lively discussion. He was a great tennis player and he played until age 89. He and Val were also avid bridge players, for decades. In his last 20 years of living in Garden City, Bob was active in the Retired Men’s Club, where he loved playing bridge. In 2021, he moved to a retirement home in Massachusetts, where he successfully played out a rare Grand Slam in his last year of life! He had a great love of food and spent many years with Valerie as part of various Gourmet Groups, enjoying different cuisines. He loved Val’s wonderful cooking and baking! Bob was loved by many and will be missed greatly.

and world history. He loved tracking down great wins at his local shop, and beyond. This passion paired well with his love for travel, especially throughout Europe that began during his semesters abroad at Dartmouth College.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, February 18, 2023 at eleven o'clock in the morning at White Funeral and Cremation Service, 3660 Express Drive, Shallotte, North Carolina.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be made at www.shallottefunerals.com

Robert Hegeman.

John Randall Willets

John Randall Willets

Sophia Ortiz was named to the Binghamton, Decker School of Nursing’s Deans List for the Fall 2022 semester. In order to qualify for this honor, students must have an overall grade point average of at least 3.5.

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The College of Engineering at Villanova University is pleased to announce that Molly Grace Van Dyke has been named to the Dean’s List for Exceptional Academic Performance, for her 3rd semester in a row, for the Fall 2022 semester with an average cumulative GPA of 3.77 . The criteria for College of Engineering Dean’s List is a student who has earned a semester GPA of 3.50 or above.

n Michael Greene was named to the Dean’s List at Fairfield University for the Fall 2022 semester. He is a graduate of Garden City High School and is a senior at Fairfield University.

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Lana Hess, GC High 2020 graduate, achieved a perfect 4.0 for the Fall 2022 semester at Washington & Lee University. Her strenuous schedule included physics and level 3 Latin. Lana is a classics major with a premed minor. She was also named to the executive board of her sorority, Pi Beta Phi.

n Jacob Newmark, a resident, has been named to the Dean’s List at the University of Wisconsin at Madison for the fall semester 2022. Jacob is a student at the School of Education.

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Stonehill College is proud to recognize the students named to the Dean’s List this semester. To qualify for this honor, students must have a semester grade point average of 3.50 or better and must have successfully completed all courses for which they were registered.

The following Garden City students were so honored: William Duff and Kelly O’Neill.

n Stephen P. Pappacena, a SUNY Canton game design and development major from Garden City, earned Dean’s List honors during the Fall 2022 semester.

Dean’s List recognizes full-time students with a GPA between 3.25 and 3.74.

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Omicron Delta Kappa, the National Leadership Honor Society, welcomed 1,085 new initiates from 45 universities during November 2022.

Adelphi students Jeanne Butler and Mia Schettini, both, were among those initiated.

Students initiated into the Society must be sophomores, juniors, seniors, or graduate/professional students in the top 35% of their class, demonstrate

leadership experience in at least one of the five pillars, and embrace the ODK ideals. Fewer than five percent of students on a campus are invited to join each year.

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Tommy Casey of Garden City was named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2022 semester at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

To make the Dean’s List, students must have earned at least 12 credits for the Fall 2022 semester and have no disqualifying grades.

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Sabrina Diaz of Garden City was named to the Dean’s List at Lehigh University in the Fall 2022 semester

Dean’s List status, which is awarded to students who earned a scholastic average of 3.6 or better while carrying at least 12 hours of regularly graded courses, has been granted to Sabrina Diaz in the Fall 2022 semester.

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Belmont has announced the list of students recognized on the Dean’s List for the Fall 2022 semester. Of the approximately 52 percent of Belmont’s 7,100 undergraduate students who qualified for the Fall 2022 Dean’s List, Leah Lodato (Garden City) was listed.

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Sabrina Diaz, Garden City, was named to the Dean’s List at Lehigh University in the Fall 2022 semester. Dean’s List status is awarded to students who earned a scholastic average of 3.6 or better while carrying at least 12 hours of regularly graded course.

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Gianna Ingersoll from NY was recently named to the President’s List at The State University of New York at Potsdam.

Ingersoll, whose major is music business, was among 809 SUNY Potsdam students who were honored for academic excellence in the Fall 2022 semester.

To achieve the honor of being on the President’s List, each student must have satisfactorily completed 12 numerically-graded semester hours, with a grade point average of 3.5 or higher.

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Julia Sharp has been named to the Dean’s List at the University of New Hampshire for earning High Honors for the Fall 2022 semester. Julia is majoring in human development & family studies.

Students named to the Dean’s List at the University of New Hampshire are students who have earned recognition through their superior scholastic performance during a semester enrolled in a full-time course load (12 or more graded credits).

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Hofstra University congratulates the students named to the Fall 2022 Dean’s List for their outstanding aca-

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demic achievement. Students must earn a grade point average of at least 3.5 during the semester to make the Dean’s List. Students to be honored from Garden City include:

Michael Acierno, whose major is mechanical engineering

Victoria Akingboye, whose major is community health

Julia Barbosa, whose major is pre-early childhood & childhood cducation

Lamis Bareche of Hempstead, whose major is psychology

Bryant Bily, whose major is electrical engineering

Elizabeth Brennan, whose major is economics (business)

James Cahill, whose major is civil engineering

Matthew Clark, whose major is urban ecology

Sydney Koehler, whose major is health science

Isabella LiMandri, whose major is pre-physician assistant studies

Ruilin Liu, whose major is mass media studies

Kristen Motto, whose major is management

Athena Philippides, whose major is biology

Patrick Plunkett, whose major is accounting

Yuxiang Qin, whose major is exercise science

Julia Riccobono, whose major is management

Remi Sunik, whose major is filmmaking

Katerina Van Noy, whose major is marketing

Jennifer Wise, whose major is community health

Thomas Ming-Kuang Wu, whose major is community health

Bucknell University has released the dean’s list for outstanding academic achievement during the fall semester of the 2022–23 academic year. A student must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a scale of 4.0 to receive dean’s list recognition. The following Garden City students were so honored:

Juliana Brivio, 2024, Psychology

Kyle Carney, 2025, Undeclared management

Julianne Durnan, 2024, Political Science

Caitie Eckna, 2024, International Relations

James McNally, 2024, Finance

Gwen Poole, 2024, Markets, Innovation & Design

Joe Scattareggia, 2023, Political Science

Reese Bauer of Garden City was named to the Saint Mary’s College Dean’s List for the Fall 2022 semester.

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Saint Mary’s, a student must achieve a grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.6 on a 4.0 scale, have a minimum of 12 graded credit hours, no incompletes, and no grades lower than a C. n

More than 2,500 students earned recognition for academic excellence on SUNY Cortland Dean’s List for the Fall 2022 semester. The Dean’s List is the highest ranking for undergraduate students in their respective academic areas of the university. Students must earn a minimum 3.3 grade point average for the semester to make the list.

The following Garden City students were so honored:

Hannah Barry

Brandon Beh

Sophia Boccio

Ryan Johnston

Ella Marchignoli

Bianca Trunfio of Garden City, NY n

More than 1,250 SUNY Oneonta students earned Dean’s List honors for the Fall 2022 semester. To qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must earn a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher while carrying a course load of 12 hours or more.

The following Garden City students were honored:

Rose Castronovo

Luke Long

Sophia Valenza n

The following Garden City students were named to the dean’s list for the Fall 2022 semester at Quinnipiac University:

Daniel Hernandez-Arroyo

Brianna Powers

Kaitlyn Stoyer

To qualify for the Dean’s List, students must earn a grade point average of at least 3.5 with no grade lower than C. Full-time students must complete at least 14 credits in a semester, with at least 12 credits that have been graded on a letter grade basis to be eligible. Part-time students must complete at least six credits during a semester. Names followed by an asterisk denotes with honors. n

The University of Rhode Island is pleased to announce the Fall 2022 Dean’s List. Garden City students include:

Stephen Debany

Jillian Simonelli

Athena Weisenburger

To be included on the Dean’s List, full-time students must have completed 12 or more credits for letter grades which are GPA applicable during a semester and achieved at least a 3.30 quality point average. Part-time students qualify with the accumulation of 12 or more credits for letter grades which are GPA applicable earning at least a 3.30 quality point average.

National Art League artists exhibited at Barnes Gallery

The Barnes Gallery located at 2 Nassau Blvd, Garden City South, NY, will be hosting an annual artistic event showcasing 64 pieces of artwork by the artists from the National Art League. Show is on display starting Tuesday, January 3, 2023 through Saturday, February 25, 2023. Work can be viewed:

Tuesday – Saturday from 10 a.m. –5 p.m. Art Reception is open to the public and scheduled on Saturday, February 4, from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. For more information: 516-538-4503 or visit www. barnesgalleryframing.com.

Artwork is an assortment of both representational and abstract work and

in all mediums: watercolor, oil, acrylic, sculpture, assemblage, collage, pastel and drawing.

The National Art League is a non-profit organization of artists, students and those interested in the arts

of drawing, painting and sculpture. We provide workshops, art exhibitions, demonstrations and art instruction for members and the community. For more information www.nationalartleague. org

GC students participate in art competition

In November 2022, Garden City Public School students ranging from kindergarten to fifth grade participated in the South Asian American Women's Alliance Environmental Art Competition. Using paint, pastel or graphic pencil, students created art surrounding the prompt: Let us make Long Island free from pollution.

The district is proud to announce the winners of the competition. The first-prize winners were Stewart School second grader Mikayla Chan and Stratford Avenue School fifth grader Wanging-Emmy Xu.

Taking the second prize was Stewart third grade student

Gavin Bucci, Stratford fifth grade student

Norah McCallum and Stratford fifth grade student Grace Venezia.

In third place was Stewart second grader Madison Clark and Stratford fifth grader

Ryan Chalupa.

Lastly, Hemlock first grader Kayleigh Bell, Stratford fifth grader

Alexa Corrigan and Stratford fifth grader

Kate Corrigan received honorable mention.

Students will be recognized at an awards ceremony on June 25. Congratulations to the winners.

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“Union Street” acrylic painting by Louise Weck.

“Bridge in Monet's Garden” oil painting by Nancy Wernersbach.

Numerous SAAWA art competition participants gathered to proudly display their winning pieces.

Renowned saxophonist leads student workshops

Mr. Ronald Carter, esteemed jazz saxophonist, visited Garden City to lead inspiring workshops with the Garden City Middle School and Garden City High School jazz bands. The Garden City Friends of Music kindly supported these exceptional clinics, where the secondary jazz musicians had the unique opportunity to learn advanced jazz playing and performance techniques.

The students were captivated by his talent, humor and unparalleled performance experience. Co-jazz manager and GCHS senior Christopher Roukis said, “Professor Carter influenced us by showing his passion for jazz. His creative insight taught us how to stylistically play better as an ensemble and be more open as musicians. He resembles what teaching from the heart looks like by showing us as much as he could in our workshop through his singing, dancing and talking about his past experiences with famous jazz musicians. It was a pleasure to work with him, as his influence should be passed on to all jazz musicians.”

Eighth grader Evie Mohan said, “I loved his work and he really inspired

me to keep pushing and doing my best. It was great to work with someone who is world-renowned and has worked with and taught so many famous musicians.”

Mr. Carter is a professor emeritus of Northern Illinois University School of Music. He’s served as the director of the jazz studies program and as the director of the jazz ensemble from 1994-2014. During Mr. Carter's tenure at NIU, he also served for 23 years as the lead artist for Jazz at Lincoln Center Band Director Academy in New York City, and as a mentor and education consultant for the Essentially Ellington Jazz Band Program. Carter has facilitated workshops as the guest conductor, artist, clinician, or adjudicator for colleges and universities throughout the United States and around the world. He has also been invited to be the guest conductor for All-State Jazz Bands in 24 states.

Garden City High School’s jazz ensemble directors Mr. DellaMonica, Ms. Iovino and Ms. DeMarco felt fortunate to have had the opportunity to bring Mr. Carter to Garden City.

Photos courtesy of Garden City Public Schools

Led by Ms. Iovino, the Late Night Jazz Band performed alongside Mr. Ron Carter as he played the saxophone.

Mr. Ron Carter instructed band students during an intimate workshop.

Locust student wins poster contest

Locust School first grader Elijah Pavon’s artwork was chosen as the winning piece for the first grade section of the Shanti Fund peace and environment poster contest. Elijah created the piece under the direction of art teacher Ms. Leyland.

Along with having his artwork published in the Shanti Fund's annual calendar, Elijah will receive a cash prize. There will be an awards ceremony on April 20 at the Stonebridge Country Club in Hauppauge.

A Capella Festival returns to Adelphi PAC

The audience favorite SingStrong A Capella Festival returns to the Adelphi University Performing Arts Center (PAC) stage for its 18th international a cappella festival on Friday, February 3 through Sunday, February 5.

Five completely different concerts and two days of classes and competitions will showcase nothing but the human voice, performing pop, jazz, rock, musical theater, barbershop, doowop, beatbox and beyond. The “Pitch Perfect“ films and “Pitch Slapped” Lifetime television series provide a glimpse into the real-life a cappella concerts presented at SingStrong.

The weekend starts Friday, February 3, at 7 p.m. with ACA-IDOL where Pro & Collegiate a cappella groups compete for a $1,000 first prize. Special performances by Broadway Records recording artists, Blue Jupiter and YouTube sensations Backtrack round out the night. ACA-Celebrities judge live while the audience votes by cell phone.

The 2 p.m. matinee on Saturday, February 4, features high school groups competing for awards as well as a performance by the Single Singers, an open a cappella group that only rehearses at SingStrong and which

welcomes anyone who loves to sing.

Saturday, February 4, at 7 p.m. features professional groups Ball in the House (pop R&B, featured on “America’s Got Talent”), Midtown (top-ranked barbershop quartet), Radius (pop viral sensations) and Classic Sounds (doo-wop inducted to East Coast Hall of Fame).

Saturday, February 4, at 9:30 p.m. features a completely different professional line-up with Highline Vocal Jazz (National Harmony Sweepstakes Champions), Jordana Talsky (indie live looper), and FACE Vocal Band (heartland rock).

Sunday, February 5, at 2 p.m. matinee features fast-paced encore performances by Ball in the House, FACE, Jordana Talsky, Midtown, Radius, and Highline.

One hundred percent of profits go to support music programs and the fight against Alzheimer’s disease.

A cappella classes and group coachings are scheduled all day Saturday, February 4, and Sunday, February 5. Students can learn everything from arranging to beatbox, social media strategy to stage presence.

Tickets are currently on sale to all

SingStrong A Capella Festival returns to the Adelphi University Performing Arts Center (PAC) stage for its 18th international a cappella festival on Friday, February 3 through Sunday, February 5.

performances, with discounts available to seniors, students, Adelphi alumni and employees. Livestream access will be available for certain performances. For more information, call Lucia and Steven N. Fischer Box Office at 516877-4000 or email boxoffice@adelphi.

edu. The box office is open Wednesday through Friday from Noon to 5 p.m. and is also open two hours before all ticketed performances. Ticket sales and additional information are available online.

Elijah stood with his art teacher, Ms. Leyland, and Garden City Coordinator of Music and the Arts Amanda Hauser as he presented his winning artwork.

Elijah Pavon proudly displayed his winning poster.

Photos courtesy of Garden City Public Schools

GC music students selected for All County Festival

This winter, as a testament to Garden City students' musical capabilities, 77 Garden City musicians were selected to participate in this year’s All-County Music Festival, sponsored by the Nassau Music Educators Association.

These band, chorus and orchestra students were selected as All-County musicians in recognition of their 2022 NYSSMA solo performance. These students represented Garden City Schools at the Division I West and Division II-V All-County Music Festival held at the Tilles Center for Performing Arts at Long Island University’s C.W. Post campus throughout the month of January.

Congratulations to the following students:

Stewart School and Stratford Avenue School

Victoria Boettcher, Luca Bonafede, Theodora Chung, Kayla Haniffy, Caitlyn Hershkovitz, Ayaan Kabir, William McCoyd, Caiden Moskowitz, Leyla Vitale, Avery Xiao

Garden City Middle School

Michael Bonafede, Hunter Burns, Rebecca Chau, Gracie Corrigan, Patrick Corrigan, Kate Davis, Grace Gibson, Graham Hefelfinger, Grace Immordino, Carly Kade, Ava Kramer, Christian Licari, Max Mariacher, Annemarie McCarthy, Alexander Mingoia Murphy, Susanna Phinney, Emily Racich, Samantha Racich, Ryan Schmidt, Olivia Smolanick, Olivia Vendetti, Edward Wisell, Ethan Wu, Azra Zirhli

Garden City High School

Rebecca Barry, Jacqueline Bass, Bryan Boccafola, Alexandra Burke, Gavin Burns, Shea Burns, Samuel Chan, George Cherpelis, Catherine Clavin, Anna Cooke, Neil Curtis, Calogero Ehrig, Grace Flood, Julia Forelli, Bianca Frascogna, Grayson

Gardi, Maeve Gillespie, Eric Hartmann, Emma Heath, Lauryn Holzkamp, Justin Koczko, Joseph Lippens, Eton Lu, Jack Lutz, Lilith Mangal, Alexa Marshall, Keira McGuiness, Augustin Mingoia Murphy, Tara Murphy, James Nagler, Margaret Narula, Erin O'Connor, Maria Panas, Sarah Phinney, Michael Pieraccini, Dylan Pughe, Emily Pulver, Christopher Roukis, Catherine Rovelli, Juan Stanek, Julia Wang, Amy Xiao, Angela Yu

Photos courtesy of Garden City Public Schools

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Division 3 Jazz Band students rehearsed at Mineola High School.

Division 3 Jazz Band students performed at the Tilles Center for Performing Arts.

Cleaning for St. Paul’s interior approved by narrow margin

Board’s attention by construction cost estimator Westerman Construction.

“Westerman brought it to our (village administration’s) attention that before they would go into the St. Paul’s building they’d want it cleaned up. This gained the attention of the board, Trustees Bruce Torino and Lawrence Marciano and our village attorney (Gary Fishberg) weighed in. I strongly recommend that we approve the cleaning services tonight for the cleaning and securing of the first two floors at St. Paul’s so Westerman can get their process started on their evaluation,” he said.

O’Brien then discussed the conditions at St. Paul’s which to date have prohibited the Garden City Police Department from having its officers inside the building due to potential health hazards.

“With it cleaned, we can simultaneously view any liability issues or hazardous conditions in St. Paul’s and see if the board/village has to take any additional actions,” he noted.

“The GCPD are not authorized to go in, and the Fire Department – though GCFD has the equipment to go inside St. Paul’s that our police do not – they are required to assess the situation prior to any GCFD member’s entry. For the safety of Westerman Co. and getting things started and also our police and fire department, we should approve that cleaning and in parallel look at any other actions we want or need to take,” he explained.

Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi noted that the contract was competitively bid and special conditions had been placed on the vendor for cleaning of additional items and vehicles due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Not all services outlined in the existing contract the village has with Island Wide were utilized.

The professionals cleaning at St. Paul’s will be outfitted with HAZMAT gear and any necessary special equipment. Island Wide has subcontracted the cleaning for St. Paul’s to a removal company that takes away rubbish and debris, but Garden City Superintendent of Building Giuseppe Giovanniello noted that the cleaning requested ahead of Westerman’s site visits was not involving the abatement and removal of lead paint or asbestos.

During the public comment period on January 12 Superintendent Giovanniello responded to a few questions by resident Judy Courtney, who participated via Zoom.

Courtney tried to clarify if the cleaning service would entail both the first and second floor and the removal of rubbish or other items that have been lying in the building, potentially for years or decades. She said this is beyond the scope of cleaning the walls and floors.

Giovanniello said the rubbish will be removed from hallways and main rooms on the two floors, but also washing and abatement of flooring of “main areas” inside St. Paul’s was also planned for as part of the scope of cleaning work. He also quelled a concern Courtney expressed about the subcontractor having experience working with and appropriately cleaning a historic building, as Giovanniello has walked through St. Paul’s with them as well as the owner of Island Wide Building Services. Giovanniello commented, “they are fully aware of what they have to do.” The subcontractor will also be responsible for taking rubbish and debris from inside St. Paul’s off-site.

Resident Bob Orosz commented on the removal of construction debris from the first two floors at St. Paul’s, and he questioned the cleaning company’s ability to remediate issues with “hazardous material” still existing inside that may involve lead paint, lead contamination of the interior air as well as mold.

He also asked if Westerman Construction Co. was preparing to include the costs of abatement at St. Paul’s as part of the cost estimation for future projects at the site.

Giovanniello said there is some lead paint present on interior pipes and some asbestos inside St. Paul’s but the scope of cleaning the village was seeking with the $48,600 contract with Island Wide was not to address abatement. “This cleaning service is not of that nature; it’s basically for the removal of the rubbish and debris, so the engineers and architects (from Westerman) can walk a path inside to explore conditions,” he advised, adding that the further remediation work Orosz mentioned could come up at a later time.

Another question Courtney raised pertains to the hire of Westerman Construction Co. to prepare cost estimates for projects that could involve up to all four floors of St. Paul’s main building. She asked why the village would approve a bid to clean just floors one and two, if the consultant requires access to the upper floors in the immediate time frame ahead.

Superintendent Giovanniello com-

mented that while the entire building should be cleaned, the focus now is to clean the first and second floors prior to Westerman’s team having its initial look inside. He suggested that the cost of cleaning all of St. Paul’s “could be astronomical” but the work involved for Westerman would not necessarily require this cost. He said the Building Department would only come back before the board to request additional sums of money for cleaning services on the rest of St. Paul’s interior, “if needed.”

The process could later evolve to have the third and fourth floors cleaned as well as the basement, but that stage relating to the cost estimation work has not become apparent yet.

“We don’t want it to snowball. We want Westerman to get in and do what they can, so they can start. But for now we’re limiting them to certain areas of the building – the Building Department is making the request for the cleaning of just these two floors now,” Giovanniello said.

Village Administrator Suozzi explained, whether the historic St. Paul’s main building “stays or goes” the abatement will need to take place.

“The money we are spending on the cleaning represents a down payment no matter which direction the village goes in for St. Paul’s. It is not like we can avoid this expense because it has to be done eventually,” he said.

Trustee Bruce Torino outlined the situation, “we have a building that needs to be cleaned. There are penetrations, and you have a section of the New York State Labor Law (pertaining to GCPD) and you also have exposure to the Fire Department.”

Trustee Torino said the liabilities are heavy for the Village of Garden City to bear without making the effort to address its safety, first through engaging the cleaning service.

Torino also noted the deductible amount of $250,000 the village has should anyone be injured inside St. Paul’s, as he encouraged the board’s swift approval of the cleaning contract.

He commented, “The village would be on the hook for anybody who gets injured while in the building — the procrastination in not cleaning the building is unconscionable when you know that in fact it has to be cleaned at some point in time, sooner versus later,” he said.

Meadow Street Drainage

Also in January, the Village Board

approved the engagement of L.K. McLean Associates of Brookhaven with an agreement for $62,300, to provide its engineering services associated with Meadow Street Drainage Improvements identified as “Conceptual Plan for Meadow Street, Alternative 2.”

Suozzi said the Meadow Street area in particular pools much stormwater on the road surface and water has found routes to people’s homes and basements.

“This has been an ongoing problem for many years though it was a pressing concern after the storms of August/ September 2021. The money for the engineering firm is for LKMA to build design specifications that will then go out to bid, for work on the easements with homeowners – in order to work with Nassau County and the Incorporated Village of Hempstead for any permits that would be required,” he said.

Speaking during the public comment period, former Eastern POA president and Meadow Street resident Steve Ilardi said Village Administrator Suozzi has been in close communication with many of the Meadow Street residents regarding the flooding problems they have experienced. He encouraged the Board of Trustees to approve the funding of the engineering services from LKMA.

“This is a good step in getting that project rolling, getting the flooding concern fixed, and eventually getting Meadow Street paved. It started 10 years ago when the gas main work was done and the utilities were not going to pave the road because the water main was also going to be done. Once the water main was done it was on to the sewers – now the sidewalks need to be replaced because the tree roots raised our sidewalks. Hopefully by next spring we get this resolved with flooding and move to have Meadow Street paved,” Ilardi said.

Approved by the board as a separate agenda item, Suozzi described two change orders totaling over $47,000 for the Water Main Improvement capital project taking place on Grove Street, Meadow Street, Commander Avenue and Lindbergh Street in Garden City’s East section.

The Board unanimously voted to authorize the two change orders, as requested by contractor A.I.I. Allen Industries Inc. of Amityville, for amounts of $39,780 (change order No. 2) and $7,383 (change order No. 1) to cover additional work on the project.

The Village Board originally awarded this project bid on April 22, 2021, for a total cost of $3,063,529.

Mayor questions if trustee can serve; attorneys disagree

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done before each election. I have been approved by the Workers Compensation Board and the Ethics Commission to hold the office of Trustee and Mayor. I look forward to continuing to serve our Village,” she commented.

Judicial ethics expert James J. Sample, a professor at Hofstra University’s School of Law, said, “The potential judicial ethics concerns raised in Mayor Veneziale’s inquiry are not frivolous, but they are entirely premature. Moreover, Mayor Veneziale is not the proper party to raise them. If Ms. Carter Flanagan were to earn the position as mayor, she would certainly be required, by the Code of Judicial Conduct, to recuse herself from adjudicating matters involving parties with interests before the Village. At this juncture, though, it is premature for Mayor Veneziale to speculate and/or imply that Ms. Carter Flanagan would not do so.”

Several other members of the Board of Trustees objected to the Mayor’s use of official letterhead to send the letter. (The letterhead was out of date and included several names of people who are no longer on the board.)

Trustees Terry Digan, Bruce Chester, Lawrence Marciano and Charles Kelly commented:

“We are Trustees of the Village of Garden City, duly elected and currently serving. We were recently made aware of Cosmo Veneziale’s January 23, 2023 letter to Trustee Flanagan’s employer. We had no knowledge of this letter prior to its transmittal by Mr. Veneziale and no involvement in its preparation or transmittal. We apologize to the three former Village Trustees whose names were on the old Village letterhead Mr. Veneziale choose to use and assure them that such use was not a result of Board action. Every Trustee on this Board was elected on a promise to maintain full transparency with their fellow Trustees and, most importantly, with

the residents of our Village. This did not happen with Mayor Veneziale. In view of this, our Board needs to weigh what steps need to be taken in response to Mr. Veneziale’s actions.”

In response to a request for comment, Mayor Veneziale released the following statement:

“As you are aware, per Village Law, the Mayor is the Chief Executive Officer of the Village. It is solely the Mayor who directs actions be taken on behalf of the Village and sets the agenda for meetings. Further, as noted by Village Counsel it is solely the Mayor who is authorized to sign contracts on behalf of the Village.

“Several weeks ago, when Trustee Flanagan was inquiring of others, asking if only the Mayor needed to sign contracts, due to her status as a Worker’s Compensation Administrative Judge, this posed a concern. Based on her inquiry, I sought clarification from Village Counsel regarding the provisions of the ‘Law Judges Code of Conduct’. Village Counsel believed my request for clarification would best be answered by the Worker’s Compensation Board.

“While Trustee Flanagan had not yet announced she was running for Mayor, to resolve the issue, a letter was sent to the Worker’s Compensation Board to request clarification. This inquiry was confidential and not shared with anyone. It is assumed that upon receipt of the letter sent to the Worker’s Compensation Board, Trustee Flanagan was contacted by the Worker’s Compensation Board seeking her response. There has been no response received from either the Worker’s Compensation Board or from Trustee Flanagan.

“You having a copy of the letter sent to the Worker’s Compensation Board could only occur if Trustee Flanagan allowed it to be circulated.

“Until a response is received from the Worker’s Compensation Board or information is provided by Trustee Flanagan in writing, no further comment from the Village is warranted.”

LETTERS TO

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the Garden City community at large, intervened, and has effected corrections. I was thrilled to learn that he helped negotiate almost 2 million dollars for landscaping that will help to camouflage the overly urban/industrial Merillon station design. He is also spearheading light pollution reduction measures that include baffles to block the intrusive platform lighting.

As the community ambassadors hired by the LRR have vanished without warning, Bruce Chester remains the most important link between our community and the LIRR. Through my personal and community related interactions with Mr Chester, it is clear that he cares dearly about Garden City and will remain tenacious ensuring the LIRR meets its promises and obligations . He must remain to finish the job and ensure the LIRR gets out of town without inflicting more damage!

Jonathan Beschloss, MD

Ed Finneran for

To the Editor:

Village Trustee

I am confident that Ed Finneran will be an excellent Garden City Village Trustee, having seen firsthand the passion and energy that Ed brings to everything he does. He has the leadership skills, experience, and dedication necessary to be a thoughtful and effective Trustee for all residents of Garden City.

I have worked closely with Ed over the years through his involvement in numerous village committees and organizations where he has frequently served in leadership roles. I appreciate his open and transparent approach to communication and have been impressed by his strong willingness to listen to the concerns of all residents of the village.

With a professional background in law and finance and over 20 years of volunteerism in the community Ed is well positioned to address the many significant challenges which Garden City faces today. Currently serving on the Mayor’s Committee on St. Pauls, Ed is certainly well versed on all aspects of this village concern. He is opposed to large development projects that would negatively impact our village and would work to address the ever-growing traffic issues that exist throughout the village. Ed is a supporter of green spaces and has focused on bringing awareness to pending issues that may negatively impact our community, such as the Las Vegas Sands Casino project at Nassau Coliseum. I encourage all to make Ed’s credentials and his position on key issues the most important factors when choosing which candidates to vote for in March.

Ed has refreshingly chosen to run as an independent in this year’s elec-

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FABGC supports Mary Carter Flanagan for Village Mayor

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excellent schools. After graduating from Garden City High School, she attended the University of Virginia, graduating in 1990. She then went on to attend St. John’s University School of Law, where she served as Publications Editor of the Journal of Legal Commentary. Following law school, Mary went to Washington, D.C., where she served as a law clerk to the Honorable Robert G. Mahoney of the United States Department of Labor. Upon returning to New York, Mary served as an Assistant Corporation Counsel for the City of New York and worked in private practice, before becoming a New York State Administrative Law Judge, a position she has held since 2012.

Since joining the Board of Trustees in April 2021, Mary has been the Chairperson of the Environmental Advisory Board that has been instrumental in spearheading community outreach and raising awareness of lead in residents’ drinking water. In

addition, Mary was able to bring all parties together to build consensus on the use of gas leaf blowers, supporting a commonsense approach to limit both pollution and noise during summer months. As a member of the Traffic Commission, Mary, along with Trustee Charlie Kelly, advocated moving towards the first Village-wide traffic plan that will be introduced this summer. More recently, many of you might have seen Mary as she worked with Trustee Larry Marciano, spending a Sunday going door to door between Ash St. and Filbert St to get as much resident input as possible before a decision was made on the final resolution of the Country Life Press Train Station. This is familiar territory for Mary as her parents still live in the Eastern section.

Please support Mary and the other FABGC candidates in the upcoming election on March 21, 2023. Find out more about all the candidates at fabgc. org in the coming weeks.

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tion, not an easy task. While we have had two years of unnecessary acrimony between the new political party in town and the long-standing property owners associations, I would argue that we are ready for an independent voice and an independent thinker. We could use someone who can cut through the noise and is purely interested in what is best for Garden City.

I have been truly impressed by Ed’s unwavering dedication and commitment to serving our community over the years, giving freely of himself and his time; I encourage you to cast your vote for Ed on Election Day and help keep Garden City a special place to live.

Yvonne Varano

Great news

To the Editor:

I have learned that Trustee Mary Carter Flanagan has decided to run for the position of Mayor in the upcoming election on March 21st! She is richly deserving of the support of any resident who believes that the next mayor must be a person of intelligence, wisdom and vision whose foremost mission is to do what is best for the Village and its residents.

Why do I write this? Because it is true, Trustee Carter Flanagan has chaired and spearheaded the EAB with is various Committees to educate and inform residents about subjects affecting our lives and well-being. She has led the charge for cleaner water, better refuse disposal, noise abatement and cleaner air (promoting and mandating seasonal ban of the gas-powered leaf blowers). For example, as part of one of the two sessions pertaining to the use of unregulated two cycle gas powered leaf blowers she asked me, as a simple resident in the west, to get my landscaper to appear and speak on the issue. I did so, and felt included in the dialogue about this subject which impacts on high decibel noise and the toxicity of the air we all breathe. The result was a sensible part of the year ban on gas-powered leaf blowers.

Trustee Carter Flanagan has also been a leader in addressing Village traffic concerns. As a personal example she listened to my complaint on a sunny summer Saturday (7/9/22) about quite a few vehicles driving off Cambridge Avenue up the one way exit ramp at the pool parking lot causing a very dangerous hazard. Trustee Carter Flanagan immediately connected me with GCPD Commissioner Jackson. Without any meetings or red tape an assessment of the area was done (7/13/22) and the safety of the exit ramp was soon greatly improved with better signage and pavement markings to mitigate the danger.

And there is more, Trustee Carter Flanagan is a frequent active participant

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in the monthly Meet & Greet wherein residents informally discuss Village matters with three of the Trustees. Finally, she has displayed a reasonable, wise, and measured approach to any matter when acting as a member of the present Board of Trustees.

So, consider the above, then cast your vote supporting Trustee Mary Carter Flanagan as our next mayor!

Steve Gorray

Would be excellent mayor

To the Editor:

I am excited to learn that Mary Flanagan will be running for Mayor of Garden City with elections this coming March 21. I have worked with Mary (Chairperson) on the Environmental Advisory Board over the past year. Mary was instrumental in getting new laws passed to benefit Garden City residents, sees issues from all sides, is extremely diplomatic and passionate about what she does and just gets things done. Mary is smart, very logical, does her research, and is an independent thinker with the best intentions for the residents of Garden City.

I truly believe Mary will be an excellent Mayor for Garden City who will listen and represent all residents to make the Village an even better place to live.

Molly Przetycki Fiedler, Environmental Advisory Board Member

Flanagan for Mayor

To the Editor:

I was very pleased to learn that Mary Carter Flanagan is a candidate for Mayor of Garden City. Having seen Mary in action at board and committee meetings, I’ve been very impressed with her professionalism, demeanor, and approachability. She consistently asks thoughtful questions and shows sound judgment when arriving at a decision.

Beyond being a tireless worker as trustee, Chairman of the Environmental Advisory Board, and member of the Traffic Commission, Mary listens to and works with people across the village, regardless of what group they might align with. We need more leaders who are willing to consider feedback and ideas based on merit vs. where, whom, or “what side” that idea might have come from. Approaching challenges in this way reminds us that we’re all in this together, and having someone who’ll be a consensus builder is crucial. We are fortunate to have someone of Mary’s caliber willing to step up and take on this responsibility.

I was also pleased to see that Mary will be running alongside two current trustees, Tom O’Brien and Bruce Chester, who are running for reelection. I’ve been very encouraged by what I’ve seen from this team and I encourage all residents to offer their support.

Lynn Krug

Garden City School Taxes 2023

To the Editor:

Would you kindly publish this letter written to Ms. Driscoll (Receiver of Taxes, Town of Hempstead). Our school tax vote for 2023-24 is coming up in May.

Garden City Public Schools have been largely shut down for almost two years. Yet we have yearly budget increases voted in by black boxes in the high school auditorium.

In the interim period until now, math and reading scores nationwide have plummeted. Young robust people have a very low risk of acquiring “Covid” and it was decided that the schools be shut down. So where is the money and how was it spent? Lower math and reading scores show the result.

Looking at the layers of the onion of tax bills, the school tax here in Garden City is about 200% of the local village tax. They are in direct competition with the village. (County tax is about one fifth.) Meanwhile, house foreclosures in Garden City are up. Does this make sense that a family should lose their house for not being able to pay school tax? What is the point of a school for your children if you lose your house for nonpayment of a school tax? Isn’t that an attack on the family structure and reason to be? Or maybe retired people lose their home (or a veteran). Of course this group gets no benefit to themselves for paying the school tax. Way too late for that, and the discounts offered are less than the county sales tax.

Dear Ms. Driscoll:

It is seen that you are protesting the school taxation and the reassessments that have driven up this tax. I am glad that you are speaking out.

I am a senior, and typically my school tax (Garden City #214) runs about 83% with the Star Exemption of the total taxes that you collect for Nassau County. I don’t mind much for paying into county roads and community college, and for town services. However, it is a pittance compared to the out-of-control school taxes in all of the 103 taxing entities in Nassau County. Where is the money going in all of these school systems? We never see a real detailed breakdown or spreadsheet of expenses.

Do you realize that out-of-control spending is coming to the point of disassembling the ownership of single family homes (Marxist agenda), forcing spouses to work in addition and in other jobs, and breaking up the family unit in the process of all of this? It is an attack on the middle class and home ownership. It is being done by left wing motivated educational systems with people having no commercial acumen or ability to create or run a business. These educated people cannot balance expenses and tend to throw money at something to make it work. “Never enough money.” They are

filling out blank checks with their taxing power and they don’t care.

It is time to stop the damage. Immediate 30% cut in all school budgets, with a goal of 50% or more.

My school system went on a building spree for a music center whey they already had a large auditorium that just needed HVAC ventilation upgrading. The whole layout of the sprawling high school is an energy waster since the 1950s. Several years ago they took out a $10 million loan. If read 60% of the way through the proposal, the statement said, “The money can be used for any purpose.” They push the state cap of 1 1/2 or 2 % each year to 3 1/2% by manipulation in clear sight and presented it in the budget. These people are out of control and in a perpetual spending spree. I don’t know how these school budgets pass. There is something wrong. All I know is that people, if they are halfway sane in mind, don’t vote yes for a crushing tax burden. Moreover, the board members are voted in by “yes” votes, always-always unopposed and this is not democracy. This is similar in socialist/communist countries where there is one candidate. What they look for is an approval rating in the high 90% area, and if it is too low they find another candidate.

Now, the viral epidemic is pushing matters to the breaking point. There will be a wall of tears for people losing their homes for non-payment of school tax. About 15 years ago, my school system’s budget was not passed. The director suspended school bus service for a week in order to get a successful revote to pass. Years later (@2012) I confronted him about this at an open school board meeting to the public. A few years later he left. When my next door neighbors were moving out, they remembered the same school bus service suspension to get the vote passed.

There must be a lot of corruption and a lot of overpaid people in these schools, coupled with high (@24%) bloated administration budgets and high six figure salaries. School taxes in Nassau County are out of control and the worst in the nation.

I apologize for my vernacular and shaky research and statistics. It is the only quick way I can get a letter like this out to you.

Ronald Young

About to hit a milestone?

February 3, 2023

Be Among the First to Experience These New Hotels

EDITED BY KAREN RUBIN TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM

Who can deny the special excitement to be among the first to experience a new, grand hotel? Here is the inside scoop for some of the 2023 openings to spark those engines:

Le Grand Mazarin - Paris, France, Opening Q1 2023: Known for its collection of eclectic boutique hotels in private and beguiling destinations throughout France, hospitality group Maisons Pariente will debut their first urban property, Le Grand Mazarin, in the heart of Paris in 2023. Located a stone’s throw from the Seine in the Marais district, the hotel is housed within historic buildings that  has been reimagined by famed architect Martin Brudnizki to create an ambiance both true to the area’s cultural heritage and luxurious for the modern traveler. The whimsical 17th century-inspired décor is juxtaposed with lush textures and intricate patterns while floor-toceiling windows warm up the spaces with inviting, natural light. With just 50 rooms and 11 suites, guests will find an intimate setting and the highest level of service at the hotel, which will also feature a day-to-night restaurant, lively bar, and stunning pool.

Bulgari Hotel Rome - Rome, Italy, Q2/Q3 2023; The new Roman hotel will be the Italian group’s flagship location, strategically located in the central Piazza Augusto Imperatore, in the heart of the Campo Marzio neighborhood. Italian architectural firm Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel took on both the architectural project and the interior design of the hotel, seamlessly blending elements of the original 1930s modernist building with classic Roman architecture and materials – such as travertine marble and red brick. The hotel will offer 100 rooms, most of them suites, as well as

the prestigious Il Ristorante curated by Michelin-starred chef Niko Romito and The Bulgari Bar.

Bulgari Hotel Tokyo -Tokyo, Japan, Spring: Bulgari Hotel Tokyo will occupy the top seven floors of a 240m tall ultra-skyscraper in the city’s Yaesu neighborhood – within walking distance of some of the city’s best attractions, including Imperial Palace and the vibrant shopping areas of both Nihombashi and Ginza. The hotel will offer 98 guest rooms in a variety of configurations, including multiple luxury suites and an extraordinary Bvlgari Suite with views over the city from the 45th floor. Bulgari Hotels iconic features such as Il Bar, Il Ristorante, the fireplace Lounge, and a 1,500sqm Bulgari Spa, complete with 25m indoor pool will add a further luxurious touch to the guest experience.

Fasano Itaim- São Paulo, Brazil, January: Brazil-based luxury hospitality brand Fasano Group will open its second hotel in São Paulo with Fasano Itaim, located in the heart of the Itaim Bibi neighborhood where guests can easily reach everything from Michelin-starred restaurants and shopping centers to global office

Life House Berkshires just opened is a reimagined 1970sera retreat that culls inspiration from the lodge styles of the past. Another Life House hotel is opening several other hotels including one in Palm Springs, California, this year. (photo from Life House)

buildings. Fasano Itaim will occupy a complex spanning almost 5,000 square meters that includes other restaurants, bars, and residences – all coming together to create a lifestyle destination within an increasingly stylish neighborhood.

Virgin Hotels Glasgow - Glasgow, Scotland, Opening March: Virgin Hotels Glasgow, Virgin Hotels’ second UK hotel, sits by the River Clyde with waterfront views with 242 Chambers and Grand Chamber suites. There will also be multiple dining venues, including Virgin Hotels’ flagship restaurant Commons Club offering a contemporary and imaginative takes on Scottish cuisine; Rocks, a laid-back but elegant bar offering local whiskies and creative cocktails; Highyard, a versatile space for coworking, entertainment and dining; and Funny Library Coffee Shop for winding down and socializing. The hotel has also launched a Grand Opening Offer for guests who book a stay prior to January 31, who’ll receive a complimentary bottle of Champagne.

Virgin Hotels New York City - NoMad, New York, February: Virgin Hotels New York City will sit at the heart of the booming

NoMad neighborhood and deliver a vibrant yet sophisticated hospitality experience in one of the world’s most exciting cities. Guests will find clever layouts for work and play and floorto-ceiling windows with views of the cityscape at all 460 guest rooms and suites, including Sir Richard’s Flat, the property’s impressive 2,800-square foot suite spanning across the hotel’s 35th and 36th floors. The property will also be home to multiple culinary destinations, including Everdene, a sprawling 4,000-square foot indoor/ outdoor venue that captures the city’s energy through shareable dishes and drinks and rotating entertainment, and The Pool Club, the seasonal deck and bar where overnight guests have exclusive access to lounge against the backdrop of the Empire State Building.

Life House - Palm Springs, California, April: This retro 66-key property built in 1965 will be the first West Coast outpost of the LifeHouse brand. Inspired by the roots of the building, the concept will celebrate mid-century modernism in a delightfully unexpected way –infusing Japanese minimalism and Desert Botanical muses. The hotel will include an expansive exterior Pool Bar & Cabanas, an interior Living Room, and guest room suites with private terraces overlooking the mountains.

Life House Berkshires Opens

Set in the mountains, Life House, Berkshires which opened this fall, is a reimagined 1970s-era retreat with 64, exterior-facing guest rooms that culls inspiration from the lodge styles of the past. The design narrative is imagined through the lens of a fictional writer who escapes to his abode in the Berkshires in search of a peaceful and stimulating environment that fosters inspiration – a cue to the historical

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literary figures who spent time in the Lenox area to complete their renowned works: Nathaniel Hawthorne, Herman Melville and Fanny Kimble. The Club Room is hyper-focused on seasonality and a farm-to-table cuisine. The cocktail program is a dynamic nod to the ‘70s with charred herbal craft cocktails, fresh pressed juices, and a sustainable wine program.

The opening of Life House, Berkshires follows the brand’s most recent openings of Life House, South of Fifth; Life House, Little Havana; Life House, Lower Highlands in Denver; and Life House, Nantucket. Several more Life House hotels will open next year across the country and into international territories as well. Life House, Berkshires, 194 Pittsfield Road in Lenox, Massachusetts, www.lifehousehotels.com/hotels/lenox/ berkshires.

Preferred Hotels & Resorts Launches

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Independent Hotels for 2023

Preferred Hotels & Resorts, one the world’s largest independent hotel brands, will welcome 11 new luxury openings globally in 2023, including two additions to its prestigious Legend Collection. From a 17th century palatial estate in the foothills of Mallorca’s Tramuntana Mountains to a heritage resort replete with Arabesque art and design on the Red Sea, each of these new launches inspire adventure and indulge a sense of exploration with distinctive on- and off-property experiences rooted in local culture. They include:

The BoTree (London, U.K.) –launching July (Legend Collection): One of London’s hottest new openings, The BoTree is located at the cross-section of Marylebone and Mayfair - two of the city’s most central neighborhoods and a lively destination for visitors. In addition to 199 guestrooms, including 29 suites, the new build will offer dedicated hosts on each floor and open plan rooms with sliding panel doors for guests to customize spaces – from a single guestroom to an entire wing of the hotel. Other highlights include a rooftop restaurant and bar with city views, a private screening room, and

a live music and entertainment venue accommodating 450 guests.

sly Berlin (Berlin, Germany) –launching May (Lifestyle Collection): Located in the city’s trendy Friedrichshain neighborhood, Berlin’s coolest new hotel takes on the latest architectural trend of blending indoor and outdoor spaces with four buildings, including a 2,368 square-foot greenhouse, connected via open-air walkways and courtyard spaces. Comprised of 150 guestrooms and suites, some boasting spacious balconies or terraces, sly Berlin’s interiors fuse nature and the city’s urban culture with solid oak wood, Italian serpentine stone, stainless steel, and Brutalist concrete. Other highlights include a large rooftop sauna with sweeping skyline views, a health club, and a restaurant featuring an open kitchen and grill.

Son Net (Mallorca, Spain) –launching Spring (Legend Collection and Preferred Residences): Set in the foothills of the Tramuntana Mountains – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – the luxury boutique retreat in a 17th century private estate, will reopen its doors following a large-scale refurbishment. Guests will enjoy stays in 31 guestrooms and suites that beautifully showcase original architectural features such as rustic wooden beams, stone floors, and antique fireplaces, in addition to an extensive curated private art collection, an outdoor pool, and a luxurious onsite spa. Guests can enjoy the surrounding nature, which includes vineyards and mature forests, with tailored experiences and excursions organized by the hotel team.

Galeria Plaza Monterrey (Nuevo León, Mexico) – launching January (Lifestyle Collection): A soaring tower in the heart of downtown Monterrey’s new financial district, Galeria Plaza Monterrey is the fifth addition to the Hoteles Galeria Plaza brand and the newest skyline addition to the state of Nuevo León’s business capital. Boasting panoramic views of the emblematic Cerro de la Silla mountain -a national monument - the hotel blends avant-garde, minimalist design with comfort and technology across 196 deluxe rooms, six lofts, and two master suites. Additional highlights include a pool and lounge, terrace with firepit, full-

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service spa, state-of-the-art fitness center, and two restaurants offering local and international cuisine under the direction of Executive Chef Guy Santoro.

Les Grands Voyageurs (Paris, France) – launching Summer (Lifestyle Collection): Tucked away in the chic Saint-Germain neighborhood, Les Grands Voyageurs will embrace its location with interiors designed by Paris-based Fabrizio Casiraghi – extending a confluence of Milanese design across its 138 guestrooms and suites, each adorned with wood and hunter green accents complementing a bold palette of vibrant brown and ivory tones. The design-forward property will boast a celebratory restaurant concept, and a 35-cover speakeasy bar, complete with hidden entrance and a roster of live music and entertainment venues.

Serry Beach Resort (Hurghada, Egypt) – launching January (Lifestyle Collection): An Egyptian-Arabian heritage resort on the shores of the Red Sea, the property includes 453 guestrooms, a range of dining options, an outdoor horizon pool, Aqua Park offering freshwater wave pools and water slides, cabaret speakeasy nightclub, mezze lounge, and a buzzing food hall with a souk-like atmosphere.

Pendry Newport Beach (California, United States) – launching Summer (L.V.X. Collection): The latest addition to Pendry Hotels & Resorts, this exciting new resort will extend 295 guestrooms, including 82 suites, with harbor and bay views - just steps from Fashion Island, Orange County’s premier shopping destination. The hotel will wow guests with three dining destinations, Spa Pendry, outdoor pool with sundeck, and 14,000 square-feet of meeting and event space.

Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences (Florida, United States) – launching March (L.V.X Collection): Covering more than seven acres of prime oceanfront in Palm Beach County’s Singer Island, the sprawling wellness resort will extend 155 guestrooms with 34 suites, a four-story wellness center featuring meditation gardens, tranquility pools, outdoor Patanjali yoga classes alongside four farm-to-table dining options, including vegan celebrity chef Matthew Kenney’s restaurant AYRE.

American Garden Rose Selection 2023 Winners

BY JEFF RUGG

The American Garden Rose Selection (AGRS) judges have announced the newest roses to be selected in their testing program. This was a bountiful year. There are five new winners.

The AGRS program is the replacement of the All-America Rose Selection (AARS) program that ran from 1940 until 2013. Roses that have been selected in either program are the best ones for gardeners to try. Only about 4% of the roses tested in the AARS program were chosen for a na-

tional award.

Roses entered into the AGRS are tested for two years in six different geographical regions, each containing two test gardens. Most of these test gardens are in botanic gardens and all are open to the public.

The roses are evaluated five times per growing season. Evaluators are looking for the same characteristics you would like in a garden rose. Disease resistance is highly valued since it will give you a rewarding experience with less care required.

The Elser Hotel & Residences (Florida, United States) – launching Q1 2023 (Lifestyle Collection and Preferred Residences): The new 49-story luxury tower designed by Sieger Suarez Architects in downtown Miami, offers 646 guestrooms with floor-to-ceiling windows offering unobstructed views of Biscayne Bay and a pool with lounges and a 16-foot LED screen wall.

El Fuerte Marbella (Marbella, Spain) – launching May (L.V.X. Collection): Following more than a year of renovations, the Fuerte Group Hotels flagship on Spain’s Costa del Sol, will reopen its doors as a 5-star hotel, presenting 266 rooms with interiors designed by the award-winning Jaime Beriestain. The reimagined hotel will launch with a brand-new destination spa and a seafood focused restaurant that draws inspiration from the town’s local fishing culture.

The Benson Hotel and Faculty Club (Colorado, United States) –launching Spring (Lifestyle Collection): Named for the former University of Colorado president Bruce Benson, this seven-story, 106-room hotel on the Fitzsimons Innovation Community campus in Aurora offers meeting spaces designed for collaboration and connection, a ballroom, rose garden, and The Common Good restaurant and bar.

Travelers planning to book a stay at any of these new hotels, or any of the other 650 participating properties across the Preferred Hotels & Resorts, can access exclusive member rates, earn points, and take advantage of other valuerich, immediate benefits during every eligible stay, while also accessing special members-only offers and exclusive partner offers, by joining I Prefer Hotel Rewards, one of the world’s largest pointsbased loyalty programs for independent hotels with more than 4.5 million travelers currently enrolled.

For more information, visit www. PreferredHotels.com.

© 2023 Travel Features Syndicate, a division of Workstyles, Inc. All rights reserved. Visit goingplacesfarandnear.com.

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They also judge each plant on its bloom abundance, bloom form and attractiveness, fragrance, rebloom habit, aging quality of blooms, hardiness in cold and heat, vigor, foliage proportion and attractiveness, and growth habit. In order for a variety to be granted an award, it must demonstrate superior performance in at least three of the six regions entered. In addition, awards are given for fragrance to help guide consumers who desire roses

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Catching up with some old high school buddies

BY CLAIRE LYNCH

I never knew Rachel until freshman year at St. Agnes Cathedral High School in Rockville Centre. We had different homerooms and different classes but we were both in the band and orchestra. Rachel played the flute and I played the trombone. We connected one day when I couldn’t find my sheet music and she heard me wondering out loud about where it might have gone.

Spotting it on the seat next to me, she asked if that was it. Thanking her, I made some joke and after that we were fast friends. We had the same sense of humor and saw the world in a similar way. We made a point of always chatting before and after band practice and on a field trip her class and my class were together so we had a chance to hang out.

One weekend Rachel was having a party at her parents’ house and she invited kids from her class and the school band including me. Rachel said she lived on Salem Road in Rockville Centre, just think of the witches in Massachusetts, and sure enough that was an easy way to remember her street. It was east of the Rockville Links Golf Club and I’d been past that area many times in the car but never knew anyone who lived there.

My family’s house was further south, walkable to school and the many stores downtown on Sunrise Highway and Merrick Road. I didn’t know several

people at Rachel’s party but there were 14 people in all, and after the party got underway, we had a good time. That day I met Rachel’s parents who were keeping a watchful eye on things.

After high school graduation Rachel headed to college in Rhode Island and I headed to school in Connecticut. We drifted apart for a while since we were on campuses meeting new people, joining new clubs and figuring out if our majors were going to stay our majors. Rachel was an economics major and I was a business major. Moving back to Long Island, I got my B.A. in English at Hofstra U. One day while food shopping I ran into Rachel’s mother, Mrs. Whitaker. I was happy to see her at the store and she gave me the family update.

Her sons had married and moved to New Jersey. Rachel had graduated from college then from law school in Massachusetts. Mrs. Whitaker said that Rachel had married and recently she mentioned going to her 20th reunion at St. Agnes High School. Curious, I said that I was going so hopefully we would connect.

We parted ways and I spent the next few weeks looking forward to attending my high school reunion. Sure enough Rachel and I caught up to each other the next month at the reunion. I was excited about seeing my old high school buddy plus many other classmates. Held at a local restaurant, Rachel and I shared a table with six other people and we all

had a chance to compare notes.

Rachel had worked as an attorney at a NYC law firm and had three children, then two years prior Rachel and her husband, Tom, decided to move their family to rural Virginia and start a horse farm raising American Appendix horses - horses that are half Thoroughbred and half Quarter Horse. They live on a small ranch and spend hours taking care of their horses.

Their change in lifestyle was still pretty new to them but Rachel said that on typical days Tom spends more time with the horses and Rachel works as an attorney from her home office. The kids help on the farm and basically the whole family is enjoying their “rural life.” Rachel said that it was a big change from growing up on Long Island but they were ready for something different. They like the large, expansive space on their 12-acre farm and like the evening sunsets sitting outside talking about how their days went.

Last winter Rachel and I were chatting on the phone and decided that we didn’t need to wait for a high school reunion to get together. We invited two other friends for a girls’ weekend and after a bit of research we chose a French bistro in Westport, Ct., overlooking the Saugatuck River for dinner. It was a chilly evening when the four of us met and we enjoyed eating near a stone fireplace that warmed the room and created a beautiful ambiance.

Westport was a perfect place to meet

since our two friends, Anna and Betsy, were from the Mount Kisco, NY, area so they had a nice scenic drive that took them about an hour. Picking up Rachel at the airport, we headed to Westport. Staying at a local inn, we spent our three-day weekend enjoying some delicious meals and chatting about our families, other classmates and what we were doing professionally. It was a fun time and we four never ran out of things to talk about.

Back home in Virginia, Rachel said the horse she likes to ride is named Cheddar and the three of us laughed as its unusual name. Betsy asked if Cheddar happened to be an orange color, like cheddar cheese, and we laughed some more picturing that.

Rachel added that one of her favorite parts of her day is when she is finished working in her office she will go out the back door and whistle at Cheddar. He always whinnies back at her, saying hello, and she smiles knowing that her horse recognizes her greeting. Sometimes she brushes him and braids his mane. Rachel said that horseback riding is a good way for her to unwind and to have some fun time with her family on weekends.

The four of us pledged to have another girls’ weekend - to meet whenever possible for a few days of laughter and good food. Whenever we meet we recharge our batteries and immediately start planning another get-together.

American Garden Rose Selection 2023 Winners

for their fragrance.

We start with Brick House Pink. It has bright pink flowers that start in the spring and last until the first frost. There are about 15 petals in an open cup shape. The plant stays very bushy at just 2.5 feet tall and wide, and it can be used in large flowerpots. It did best in the North Central, Northwest and Southwest regions.

Brindabella Roses are a group of tough shrub roses that have excellent disease resistance. The newest rose in the group

is Pink Princess. The 25- to 30-petal flowers are very fragrant. It grows 4 feet tall and wide. It did best in the South Central, Southeast and Southwest regions. It is also a fragrance award winner.

Magnolia Memories flowers are light pink and reminiscent of magnolia flowers. The 20-petal flowers are on top of 6-foottall plants that can make a nice hedge. The plants are disease resistant. It is a fragrance award winner.

The Oso Easy group of roses are very dependable landscape roses. The newest addition to the group is called Urban Leg-

end. The 15- to 20-petal flowers open wide to display a large cluster of bright orange stamens. This plant seems to always be in bloom. The disease-resistant leaves stay dark green all summer. The 3-foottall plants can be used in large masses in the landscape or in individual containers. Urban Legend can be matched with other Oso Easy roses such as Double Red to make a longer-lasting impact. It did best in the Northeast, North Central, Southeast, South Central and Southwest regions.

Petite Knock Out is the first miniature Knock Out rose. The 1.5-inch flowers are

bright fire-engine red and seem to bloom continuously. The plants are only 18 inches tall and can be used in masses in the landscape as a ground cover or in patio pots. This variety can be used with other Knock Out roses as a border hedge or to create changes in height. It did best in the Northwest, South Central and Southeast regions.

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Columnist Turns a Molehill Into a Mountain

BY TOM MARGENAU

Several readers shared with me a story that ran in many newspapers around the country headlined: “Social Security Hell.” It relayed the story of the columnist’s ongoing efforts to correct the date of birth in his 98-year-old mother’s Social Security records.

On the surface, it seems like it should be something simple to do. But the columnist ran into all kinds of bureaucratic roadblocks when trying to deal with agents from both the Medicare and Social Security agencies. (The problem involved an incorrect date of birth in Medicare’s files, but those files are linked to Social Security Administration records, so the columnist ended up having to work with SSA reps.)

I’m not going to detail all the problems he encountered here. But I can share what the crux of the issue turned out to be. The guy’s long saga of trying to help his mother boils down to a rather simple issue: the very strict rules about the privacy of each person’s Social Security records. So, in other words, what he called “Social Security hell” was just an issue of keeping his mother’s records private. If he would have been instructed to file to be her “representative payee” right from the start, this “hell” would never have happened. I wrote a column about this a couple years ago. I’m going to dust it off to finish today’s column.

Social Security rules have always been very strict about the privacy of someone’s records. For example, there is no way I could get any Social Security information about any one of my readers from the Social Security Administration. And you couldn’t get any information about me. In fact, I couldn’t even get information about my wife. If I called the SSA tomorrow and asked, “Can you tell me how much my wife is getting in monthly benefits?” -- they would correctly tell me, “Sorry, sir, that information is private, and we can’t disclose it to you.”

Those privacy laws are the premise behind the supposed “hell” the columnist ran into trying to help his mother change her date of birth. You just can’t make any changes to, or get any information about, someone’s Social Security records without his or her permission. It’s as simple as that.

I can hear many of you saying: “But come on, Tom; this guy is just trying to help his mother get her date of birth changed.” And I understand that point. But you’ve got to understand that the law is very clear on this. As long as people are mentally capable of handling their own Social Security affairs, they have that right to the privacy of their records.

And those two words, “mentally capable,” are the key to the columnist being able to help his mother with her Social Security affairs. Or to turn that around, if she is mentally incapable of handling her own business with Social Security,

the columnist can be appointed what the SSA calls her “representative payee.”

When that happens, his mother’s Social Security checks will come in his name and be sent to her bank account, the columnist’s account or a joint account that he might set up. And once the columnist is named his mother’s representative payee, he can (and must) handle all her other Social Security affairs -- including changing her date of birth in Social Security and Medicare records.

However, if this guy’s mom is just having a hard time getting around but is still in a good mental state, then she (with whatever help someone can give her) is going to have to take care of her own Social Security business. For example, with the columnist’s help, she can call the SSA at 800-772-1213 or go online at www.socialsecurity.gov to change her date of birth.

If the columnist becomes his mother’s representative payee, that designation comes with some important responsibilities. Primarily, he is going to have to periodically account for how he spent her Social Security money. The SSA will send him a form (usually once a year) asking him to show what he did with his mother’s Social Security money. Most of the time, that entails showing that he paid her rent, bought her groceries, paid her utility bills, etc.

It’s nice that this columnist is eager and willing to help his mother. But there are times when that doesn’t happen. Someone may need a payee, but no one is willingly coming forward to serve in that role. The SSA has a list of preferred payees, with close family members or those who have custody of the Social Security beneficiary at the top of the list. And sometimes if a person is in an institution, like a nursing home or other care facility, it’s just easiest to have the benefits sent directly to that institution.

There are also times when there can be a family squabble over who should be the payee for a mentally incompetent person. Different family members will each insist that the benefits be paid to themselves. Then the SSA has to investigate, usually using that aforementioned list of preferred payees, and decide who is the proper person for that role.

There are also times when one family member will accuse another family member of misusing the Social Security funds for an incapable Social Security beneficiary. Once again, the SSA must step into the middle of these family quarrels and figure out what is going on.

A lot of this can be avoided with what the SSA calls an “advance designation of representative payee.” If you are a Social Security beneficiary who is still in good mental health, you can contact your Social Security office and name someone you would prefer to be your payee if the need ever arises. This could avoid a lot of hassles later on.

Before I close, let me make one final point. Many times, people will say, “I don’t need to be made my mother’s representative payee. I have been appointed to be her power of attorney. But power of attorney is essentially a meaningless designation for Social Security purposes. For example, you could be appointed power of attorney for someone who is mentally competent but just needs help with legal and other matters. So that power of attorney status gives you absolutely no right to violate the law that

says the SSA has to keep everyone’s Social Security records private.

If you have a Social Security question, 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.

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The effect of the debt ceiling on consumer spending & housing

BY PHILIP A. RAICES

We reached our debt spending limit on January 19th but hopefully have enough money to pay our current debts (not new ones). Congress has approximately until June to be able to raise our debt limit; otherwise, the U.S. will be in default on our obligations to pay our bills; an event that has never occurred. However, in 2011, when similar issues arose, the creditrating agency, Standard and Poor’s downgraded the credit rating of the U.S. Government for the first time in its history; although Moody’s and Fitch kept the higher AAA ratings because they felt we were headed in the right direction but were very concerned about our future debt. As I am limited to further explaining as much as I would like, the following 2 links will provide a further clearer understanding published on 11/9/15 and 1/18/23 about our debt crisis then and now: https:// www.gao.gov/blog/2015/11/09/debtlimit-101

https://www.thebalancemoney. com/national-debt-by-year-comparedto-gdp-and-major-events-3306287

Unfortunately, at this point in time, the Republicans are refusing to increase our debt limit unless there are considerable reductions in Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, and other appropriations and budget considerations already in effect. But what about the military, which they are always in favor of increasing? As one of his concessions to becoming Speaker, McCarthy agreed to a 10-year spending limit for the military based on its 2022 budget that could lead to a 10% decrease in funding; also the GOP also wanted to defund the IRS by 80 billion.

The Democrats, including President Biden, say social benefits are off the table and are totally against this action. So for now they are at an impasse and nothing will get accomplished even though they have some time to figure out an agreement. Now the focus has been obscured by the Biden classified document issues and it will take time away from the debt-limit issue which will add to prolonging and coming to a solution that both parties must agree upon.

The House is controlled by the Republicans and the Senate is still by the Democrats and they are at loggerheads right now. Most current and future issues along with procrastination will be a major enigma as part of their typical modus operandi in the way Congress approaches difficult decisions. Our reckoning and its effect will be upon all of us as crucial agreements and decisions will most definitely have

to be made in the very near future. Time will continue to pass as the critical June deadline approaches. Most will go about their daily lives not truly understanding what will happen unless the full Congress authorizes the increase in our National Debt limit.

In 2023 consumer spending will surely decrease as the continued effects of inflation, layoffs, lost businesses, and high-interest rates. Although local real estate has done fairly well with the current demand being what it is during these inflationary times, the lag effect and the time it takes for a greater shock haven’t been totally felt just yet. Unless rates come down and inventory increases, the impact on reduced sales will be felt, especially as demand decreases when individuals and families (millennials and Gen Zs) become less serious about buying and either stay where they are, go into affordable rentals, or leave NYS altogether; as baby boomers are also exiting to reduce their expenses too. Last year had seen a net loss of 180,000 people fleeing NYS, the highest in the U.S. to less costly states, such as Florida and Texas, which had the greatest influx as well as Idaho, South Carolina, and South Dakota gaining too. More info here: https://www.timesunion.com/ state/article/New-York-continues-tolead-nation-in-population-17674233.php

However, in those states where investors and flippers and construction are highly concentrated and have financed e.g., Idaho, Florida, North Carolina, Georgia, Texas, Tennessee, Ohio, Missouri, Indiana, and Alabama noted in an article by KM Business Information US, Inc will have the most difficulty. Refinancing will raise their costs dramatically and finding new buyers and tenants will be extremely challenging as new inventory hits the market. As an example, D. R Horton the largest U.S. builder is having some difficulty selling their newly constructed homes as cancellations were up 32% in the 4th quarter of 2022. That’s up from 19% in the 2021 quarter and 8% above the 3rd quarter cancellation rate. They have resigned to leasing them in certain locations, which has also been somewhat challenging too, such as Dallas-Fort Worth where their corporate office is located, Houston, Austin, Atlanta, and Phoenix; and many more are being completed that will come onto the market in 2023. If you are planning

to move now, might be an opportune time to consider those cities to gain a huge advantage in purchasing as they will be much more negotiable as their inventory sits idle and languishes in the market. However, larger investors will be jumping in as potential unemployment increases and in turn, prices come down where they will see their opportunity to buy in bulk and be your greatest competitor. More on D.R. Horton:

https://seekingalpha.com/ article/4560677-keep-an-eye-on-drhorton-in-2023

More info on the current and future state of real estate in the U.S.: https://www.usbank.com/ investing/financial-perspectives/ investing-insights/interest-ratesimpact-on-housing-market.html

Also, here is a study completed by the National Association of Realtors on the profile of buyers and sellers back in 2022:

https://store.realtor/2022-nar-profile-of-home-buyers-and-sellers-download/

Things will continue to digress this year unless there is a pivot in rates, which isn’t necessarily in the cards at the moment, where the scope and intensity of the recession is still unknown. However, I believe the number one advantage that many Long Island communities possess that keeps and enables those who can truly afford to stay, is top-notch and highly-ranked school districts. Other benefits are the cultural diversity, scenic beaches, and camping, hiking trails, and green spaces. Here are links to many more reasons why to live or move to Long Island:

https://www.longisland.com/50reasons-to-love-life-on-long-island. html

https://www.luckytolivehererealty. com/blog/top-5-reasons-you-shouldchoose-to-live-on-long-island

https://dumbomoving.com/ reasons-why-people-move-to-longisland/

In order to keep more people from leaving, Democratic Governor Hochul has recently proposed 800,000 additional units for middle-income individuals and families as well as lower-income qualified in and around NYC and especially on Long Island. To get this accomplished, usurping, as needed, local restrictive housing zoning regu-

lations will be necessary. Long Island Republicans have come out against this potential action, saying there are better ways to accomplish this ever-pressing situation. If so, I would like to know and look forward to when I can read or hear their plans as to what they would be considering; as time is of the essence in our continuing dilemma of lack of housing. This would hopefully stem the tide of those leaving the area.

2023-2025 will be pivotal years for housing and we need our answers today and not sometime in the future when it just may be too late for New York and Long Island.

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Philip A. Raices is the owner/Broker of Turn Key Real Estate at 3 Grace Ave Suite 180 in Great Neck. He has 40 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 in 2022 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” `15 minute consultation, as well 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. 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.

You can email or snail mail (regular mail) him with your request or ideas, suggestions or interview you for a specific topic and a Q & A for a future column with your name, email and cell number. He will email or call you back and respond to your request ASAP as long as he has your complete name, cell, email and/or full home or business address. Again, for a “FREE” 15 minute consultation, he can also be reached by cell: (516) 647-4289 or by email: Phil@ TurnKeyRealEstate.Com to answer any of your questions and concerns in selling, investing, purchasing, or leasing residential or commercial property.

Now That’s a Star of a Different Color!

BY DENNIS MAMMANA

Week of February 5-11, 2023

I’ve been gazing skyward for more than six decades, and in that time, I’ve learned a few things. One is that novice stargazers have some deeply ingrained misconceptions about the heavens.

For example, many think that we cannot see the moon during the daytime. Others believe that the Big Dipper is always visible in our sky. Still others think we see the stars as they appear now, rather than as they were centuries ago.

But one of the most common misconceptions is this: “If you’ve seen one star, you’ve seen ‘em all.” This is a pretty understandable perspective; after all, stars appear simply as points of light. How different could they possibly be?

Well, ask any experienced sky watcher and they’ll tell you that no two stars are exactly alike, but that each displays its unique personality in a number of ways. I like to say that stars are people too!

One of the most visible characteristics of a star is its color. Most stargazers don’t notice this immediately because the human eye is incapable of perceiving color well under low light conditions. We know this to be true if we’ve ever looked around a relatively dark room; shapes and shades of gray are pretty easy to spot but colors seem nonexistent. Turn the lights on, however, and we find that we’re surrounded by vibrant colors.

When gazing skyward we discover that star colors are quite subtle. Binoculars or telescopes capture much more light than the human eye and make these a bit more obvious. So, if we’d like to see star colors with the naked eye, we need to look toward the brightest of stars.

The best place to start your search is within the great constellation of Orion, the hunter. At this time of year, look for it midway up in the southeastern sky just after dark.

We can trace the stars in Orion’s large vertical rectangle of four bright stars to form the hunter’s shoulders and knees; at its center lie three stars that form a nearly straight line that represents the belt of the great hunter.

The bright star marking the northeastern corner (one shoulder) of Orion is known as Betelgeuse. This red supergiant star glows with an orange light that is pretty tough to miss. At the opposite corner (in one of the hunter’s knees) lies sparkling Rigel, another supergiant that displays a slightly bluish-white color.

Star colors are more than just a curiosity; they tell us something about stellar temperatures. While our sun glows with a surface temperature of around 10,000 degrees Fahrenheit, reddish-orange stars like Betelgeuse are relatively cool (6,300 F) and can often live much longer than the sun. Bluish-white stars like Rigel, on the other hand, are tremendously hot (18,000 F); they can burn this furiously for only a relatively short time and, therefore, must be much younger

than the sun. After you’ve noticed these two fine examples of stellar color, check out some of the other bright stars around the sky to see what you can learn about their rel-

ative temperatures and ages. Once you do this you, too, will realize that stars are people too!

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A Dizzying Array of Celebrity Groundhogs

BY TRACY BECKERMAN

Last year I had a real problem with Groundhog Day. The issue was that there were just too darn many celebrity groundhogs with differing predictions for the end of winter, and I didn’t know who to believe. Between world-renowned rodent, Punxsutawney Phil, lesser-known wonder woodchuck, Staten Island Chuck, and scores of others, the playing field was just way too crowded with clairvoyant groundhogs. I also wondered if, perhaps, Chuck, Phil and the rest of the superstar groundhogs could be trusted. Much as movie stars turn on the charm when the cameras are rolling, I wondered if the celebrity groundhogs might be less concerned with getting the change of seasons right and more interested in just striking a pretty pose for the cameras.

So, this year I decided to follow a

different groundhog. This year I was betting on our groundhog. Suburban Stan, as we call him, lives under our deck, and like his celebrity brethren, he also takes a peek out from his lair around Groundhog Day. I wasn’t sure if he was really looking for his shadow like the other dudes, or if he was just checking to see if the evil family dog was still lurking around. But if he happened to see his shadow, or not, while looking around, the end result would be the same and I would have my prediction. I was fairly certain Stan would give us an unbiased reading, because unlike Phil and Chuck, he didn’t have a crowd to please or paparazzi to perform for. He also didn’t have his own security team, Twitter account or Facebook page, didn’t have his own reality show and had never hosted “SNL,” so all in all, I thought he was probably a pretty grounded groundhog.

As we got closer to Groundhog Day, though, I began to get nervous that Stan might sleep through the big event. Celebrity groundhogs have their own people to wake them up and make sure that they are camera-ready when the moment arrives, but Stan had no people. He didn’t even have a stunt double. What if Stan failed me? I’d have to rely on the actual calendar and The Weather Channel to tell me when spring would arrive.

Knowing he has a way with sleepy groundhogs, I considered phoning Bill Murray to see if he could stop by and rouse Stan at the right time. However, I was concerned that having Bill Murray come over to see him might give Stan a swelled head and then he would think he, too, was a celebrity groundhog, so I nixed that idea.

Then I had an epiphany. With so many celebrity groundhogs out there,

was it possible that all groundhogs have the secret desire to be famous? Are they all just waiting to be discovered and hailed as the new Punxsutawney Phil, get their own movie with Bill Murray and refuse to answer when someone refers to them as a woodchuck?

I thought if this was true and Stan was a celeb groundhog wannabe, then there was really no problem.

When the time came for him to perform, I’d just roll out a red carpet and stand around with a camera.

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

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LADIES & GENTLEMEN RELAX & ENJOY

Your Next Party!

Catering and Experienced Professional Services for Assisting with Preparation, Serving and Clean Up Before, During and After Your Party Bartenders Available. Call Kate at 516-248-1545

CLEANING

HOUSE CLEANING

Excellent service

Great References Reliable, Own transportation, English speaking. Call Selma 516-690-3550

SERVICES

A & J MOVING & STORAGE:

Established 1971. Long Island and New York State specialists. Residential, Commercial, Piano & Organ experts. Boxes available. Free estimates. www.ajmoving.com

516-741-2657

114 Jericho Tpk, Mineola NY DOT# 10405

SERVICES

SERVICES

LEAK REPAIRS

Plumbing Repairs

Bathrooms, Showers, Kitchens

24 HOUR SERVICE

Call 516-668-5624

MAGNUM SECURITY SYSTEMS, INC.

Serving Garden City for 40 years.

Let Magnum Upgrade Your Existing Security System.

Burglar & Fire Alarms

Cellular Radio 3G Upgrades

Remote Access

Call: 516-486-5484

PASSION FOR SENIORS

Certified HHA’s, Companions & Homemakers. 24 hour care available. Also Nassau Locations. Trained in Dementia and Alzheimer’s care. Call 718-850-3400

Ceviche makes Valentine’s Day dinner special

Ceviche

Valentine’s Day dinners out on the town can be special. However, there is no denying that reservations can be difficult to come by and some establishments must limit their menus for this busy night to make it easier to serve a packed house. Because restaurants can be so busy on February 14, some couples may opt to stay in and enjoy a special homecooked, romantic meal.

Shellfish may not be served at home on a regular basis, which makes it an option for a memorable Valentine’s Day dinner. Ceviche is popular along Mexico’s western seaboard and consists of very fresh raw seafood that is “cooked” by the action of lime juice.

This Valentine’s Day, romance-minded home cooks can whip up this recipe for “Ceviche” from “The Complete Mexican, South American & Caribbean Cookbook” (Metro Books) by Jane Milton, Jenni Fleetwood and Marina Filippelli.

Serves 6

7 ounces raw peeled shrimp

7 ounces shelled scallops

7 ounces squid, cleaned and cut into serving pieces

7 limes

3 tomatoes

1 small onion

1 ripe avocado

1⁄4 cup chopped fresh oregano, or 2 teaspoons dried

1 teaspoon salt

Ground black pepper

Fresh oregano sprigs, to garnish

Crusty bread and lime wedges to serve (optional)

1. Spread out the shrimp, scallops and squid in a non-metallic bowl. Squeeze six of the limes and pour the juice on the mixed seafood to cover it completely. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and set aside in the refrigerator for 8 hours or overnight.

2. Drain the seafood in a colander to remove the excess lime juice, then pat it dry with paper towels. Place the shrimp, scallops and squid in a bowl.

3. Cut the tomatoes in half, squeeze out the seeds, then dice the flesh. Cut the onion in half, then slice it thinly. Cut the avocado in half lengthwise, remove the pit and peel, then cut the flesh into 1⁄2-inch dice.

4. Add the tomatoes, onion, and avocado to the seafood with the oregano and seasoning. Squeeze the remaining lime and pour on the juice. Garnish with oregano and serve with crusty bread and lime wedges, if desired.

Last Hope Animal Rescue is Part of the Chewy.com Rescue Program

If you haven’t tried Chewy.com yet for your pet food and supply purchases, this is a great time to check them out. Last Hope is now part of their rescue program. For each new customer that makes a purchase, Last Hope will receive a $20 donation. Visit the Last Hope page on Chewy directlyat https://www.chewy.com/rp/5941

EPOA seeks Junior Ambassadors

The Garden City Eastern Property Owners’ Association (EPOA) is seeking applications for candidates to be considered for Junior Ambassador positions for the years 2023–2025. This program is designed to introduce high school sophomores entering their junior year to Village government through participation in EPOA meetings, attendance at government meetings, and promoting

civic participation in our community. This is an exciting opportunity for students to become involved in local affairs and to learn about our unique form of local government.

The Junior Ambassador program is designed as a two year commitment encompassing junior and senior years. Preference will be given to students who reside in the Eastern section of

Garden City and whose families are dues paying members of the EPOA. Students who attend Garden City High School may obtain an application from the Social Studies Department office or on the EPOA website at www. gcepoa.org. High school sophomores who attend schools other than Garden City High School may download an application from the EPOA website.

Completed applications can be mailed to EPOA, P.O. Box 7525, Garden City, N.Y. or submitted electronically to contactus@gcepoa.org

All interested sophomores are encouraged to apply. The deadline is April 28, 2023. A brief interview will be conducted as part of the application process.

Girls

GCAA Basketball Results Week 6

GCHS Girls Basketball team undefeated in conference play

Boys

Boys 5th Grade Results

Boys

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Boys

Boys 6th Grade Results

Boys 6th

Boys 7th and 8th Grade Results

The Garden City High School Girls Varsity basketball team embarked on its 2022-2023 season just before Thanksgiving with the hopes of winning their conference, to make a deep run in the playoffs and to play meaningful games in February. The team consists of eleven members, Captains (Cece Van Blenis - senior and Kyle Finnell - sophomore), juniors - Elle Pamatat, Ava Venezia, Joanna Tavoulareas, sophomores - Breanna Santopietro, Ava Mullally, Maddie Asaro and freshmans - Kaitlyn Santopietro, Marissa Patrissi and Michaela Molgano.

Boys

team is now 14-3 overall, undefeated at 9- 0 in conference play and currently sitting at the top of the A2 Conference, with 3 games to go. The Lady Trojans play a gritty team defense limiting their opponents, on average, under 40 points a game while averaging 50 points on the offensive end of the floor.

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The team is coached by Mr. Steve Bilello and assisted by Ms. Michellle Lupoli. The coaches have the girls playing their best team basketball with a “No Quit” mentality. Coming off a win this week against Elmont, 46-38, the

The GCHS Girls Varsity Basketball team have just a few games left in the season, Great Neck North, Bellmore JFK and ending with a rematch against South Side at home on February 10th at 5pm in the High School gymnasium. This game is sure to be a great one, as the Lady Trojans won their first match up, 46-38 back on January 13th at South Side to take sole possession of first place. Come down to support and cheer on the Lady Trojans, with the A2 Conference Title on the line.

Top (left to right): JV Coach Kathleen Flynn, Varisty Head Coach Steve Bilello, Breanna Santopietro, Ava Mullally, Maddie Asaro, Kyle Finnell, Ellie Pamatat, and Varsity Assistant Coach Michelle Lupoli.

Bottom (left to right): Ava Venezia, Michaela Molgano, Kaitlyn Santopietro, Cece Van Blenis, Joanna Tavoulareas, and Marisa Patrissi.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

Notice of Formation of MAYFIELD DEVELOPMENT

LLC . Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2021-11-27.

Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to MAYFIELD DEVELOPMENT LLC : 173-08 MAYFIELD ROAD JAMAICA NY 11432. Purpose: Any lawful purpose

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

LEGAL NOTICES

NASSAU COUNTY

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE OF NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER’S SALE OF TAX LIENS ON REAL ESTATE

Notice is hereby given that commencing on February 21st, 2023, will sell at public on-line auction the tax liens on certain real estate, unless the owner, mortgagee, occupant of or any other party in interest in such real estate shall have paid to the County Treasurer by February 16th, 2023 the total amount of such unpaid taxes or assessments with the interest, penalties and other expenses and charges against the property. 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.

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 bid 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 of the Nassau County Treasurer the auction will be conducted online. Further information concerning the procedures for the auction is available at the website of the Nassau County Treasurer at: https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/526/County-Treasurer

Should the Treasurer determine that an in-person auction shall be held, same will commence on the 21st day of February 2023 at the Office of 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: https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/527/Annual-Tax-Lien-Sale

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OneNotice of Formation of 800 PARK PLACE LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2014-10-29. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to HAIM LEVY: 184-15 AVON ROAD JAMAICA NY 11432. Purpose: Any lawful purpose

A list of local properties upon which tax liens are to be sold will be advertised in this publication on or before February 08th, 2023 Nassau County does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission to or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, programs, or activities. Upon request, accommodations such as those required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) will be provided 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.

Dated: January 25, 2023

THE NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER

Mineola, NewYork________________ TERMS OF SALE

Such 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. However, such tax liens shall have priority over the County's Differential Interest Lien, representing the excess, if any, of the interest and 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 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 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 Federal and State Soldiers' and Sailors' Civil Relief Acts, said purchaser's right of foreclosure may be affected by the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act(FIRREA),12 U.S.C. ss 1811 et.seq., with regard to real property under Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation(FDIC) receivership.

Call 516-294-8900 today to learn more!

NASSAU COUNTY BIDS

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids for the following will be received at the Garden City Union Free School District, Business Office, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530 until 10:30am Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at which time and place bids will be opened and read aloud.

PRINTING AND MAILING OF THE BUDGET BROCHURE and BUDGET NOTICE 2023 –2024 School Budget.

Copies of the specifications and instructions may be obtained at the aforesaid Business Office between the hours of 8:30 am through 4:00 pm, Monday – Friday up to the time of the bid opening.

Dana DiCapua Asst. Supt. for Business & Finance Garden

City Union Free School

District

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 herein listed. The Nassau County Treasurer reserves the right to intervene in any bankruptcy case/litigation where the property affected by the 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 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, covering their investment in said tax lien. The Nassau County Treasurer and Nassau County and its agencies, assumes no responsibility for any legal representation of any tax lien purchaser in any legal proceeding including but not limited to a bankruptcy case where the purchased tax lien is at risk.

The rate of interest and penalty at which any person purchases the tax lien shall be established by his bid. Each purchaser, immediately after 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 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 has been notified by the County Treasurer that the certificates of sale are ready for delivery, then all amounts deposited with the County Treasurer including but not limited to the ten per cent theretofore paid by him shall, without further notice or demand, be irrevocably forfeited by the purchaser and shall be retained by the County Treasurer as liquidated damages and the agreement to purchase shall be of no further effect. Time is of the essence in this sale. This sale is held pursuant to the Nassau County Administrative Code and interested parties are referred to such Code for additional information as to terms of the sale, rights of purchasers, maximum rates of interest and other legal incidents of the sale.

Furthermore, as to the bidding,

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 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) further agree not to employ any bidding strategy designed to create an unfair competitive advantage in the tiebreaking process in the 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.

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 consultation, communication or agreement with any other bidder and that the tax certificate(s) the Bidder will bid upon, and the interest rate(s) 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 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 bidding on any tax certificate, to submit complementary bids, or to submit bids at specific interest rates.

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 inducement from, any other bidder to submit a complementary or other noncompetitive bid.

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 bidder the lien and any deposits made in connection with said bid shall be forfeited.

Dated: January 25, 2023

THE NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER Mineola, New York

unless February 16th, property. persons shall intends to buyer a discretion Office of services, provided which and eedings ssful Such and/or the Institutions surance premises by the their behalf, ibility for purchased mmediately after ninety after he County forfeited further are any Bidder(s) certificates. indirect rate(s) other refrain from with, or successful

The A.T. Stewart Consignment and Gift Shop

BY MELISSA JAEGER

What is the fascination with jade? It has many wide-ranging mystical properties and is often worn throughout the Chinese New Year to ward off bad luck and to promote good health and fortune. Jade is the embodiment of the Confucian virtues of courage, wisdom, modesty, justice and compassion. Jade is also revered for its healing properties balancing the body's processes.

There are two types of minerals that are called jade – nephrite (soft jade) and jadeite (hard jade). China only had soft jade until it was imported from Burma. For most of us, when we think “jade,” we think of a green stone, but it also comes in red, white, brown, lavender, purple, and orange. If you scratch with your fingernail, it won’t leave a mark. Real jade also has imperfections. And, like many other semi-precious stones, it is cool to the touch. Touch it to the side of your face.

The Chinese affinity with jade goes back thousands of years when it was initially used to make tools, and weapons and cooking implements. Because jade was rare in China, it became prized for its hardness, beauty and magical qualities. In fact, jade came to be known as the “imperial stone,” a status symbol for rulers. At its height, jade was used to make burial suits for some rulers. The widespread belief was that jade didn’t just look good; it would ward off decay and disease.

Though the mystical beliefs are root-

ed in ancient Chinese culture, jade still holds a deep symbolic meaning. Many people, especially boys or young men, wear jade pendants to protect them and give good health. While gold is the most coveted of met als, the Chinese revere and hold jade to a higher stan dard. According to an ancient Chinese proverb, “gold has a value, jade is invaluable.”

Even a jade plant has innate value.

Conforming to feng shui, it should be placed in the south east corner of your hall or living room for balance in your life and home. While we don’t have jade plants at the Exchange, we often get jade items, mostly brace lets and pendants, and jadeite plates and bowls.

About Us

• The Exchange Consignment Shop is housed in The Garden City Historical Society (TGCHS) Museum on 109 Eleventh Street (in the basement of the building).

• 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.

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Like Us on the AT Stewart Exchange Facebook and on the AT Stewart Exchange Instagram pages. We sure do

Consigning

Our best sellers — jewelry (costume and fine), lamps, mirrors, and crystal (Waterford, Baccarat, Tiffany) We take/ accept silver, pocketbooks, china, furniture, artwork, and collectibles. All items are in new or nearly new condition.

Sorry — no clothing, except for furs during the cold months, or shoes. And no applianc-

• Consignments are 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 wait-times 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.

Can I donate? YES! We love donations! PLEASE don’t leave donated items outside the shop when we are closed. We want your items, but we don’t want them to get ruined, especially during inclement weather. Email me at store@atstewartexchange.org and I will work with you to arrange a drop-off time. I check the email every day, even when we’re closed.

Remember: Shop 24/7 online at www.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!

Check out our new paint job! Thanks to your generous support, Old World Quality is working to repair and re-paint the back of the Museum and will soon start working on the last side of the house! We remain open throughout this process and precautions are taken to protect customers entering the Shop.

The shop is located at 109 Eleventh Street.

Shop Hours:

Mon – Fri: 10–4 p.m., (Wednesdays until 6 p.m.) Sat: Noon–4 p.m.

For more information please call (516) 746-8900.

due. Payment must be made in full and exact change is required for cash payments. Certified check or money order tax payments may also be mailed to Angella Ciolino at Inc. Village of Garden City, 351 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, New York, 11530. Please call to confirm the amount due, as this is a delinquency collection period. Online Village tax payments are available through the Village website Bill Payment Center only until February 23, 2023, and will resume on June 1, 2023 for the new 2023/2024 tax year. The Payment Center can be accessed at www.gardencityny. net via the Online Payment Icon on the homepage. Additional fees may apply.

Upcoming LIRR projects in the Village

The LIRR is about to undergo several initiatives in the Village related to raising the Cherry Valley Trestle, replacing the Cathedral Avenue Grade Crossing and replacing the Hilton Avenue Grade Crossing. I, along with numerous Department heads, took part in a phone call with our LIRR representative, Nick Fasano, to review the timing and scope of these upcoming projects.

St. Paul’s Cost Estimator

Lloyd Westerman, CEO of Westerman Construction, Co. recently met with members of the Board of Trustees, Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi and Building Superintendent Giuseppe Giovanniello to seek additional details

about possible programming for the St. Paul’s Main Building, as well as more details about what degree of the building will remain under façadism. Mr. Westerman has sent an RFI (Request For Information) to Mr. Giovanniello. Westerman was engaged to evaluate adaptive reuse, façadism and demolition of the St. Paul’s Main Building. The firm is reviewing financial costs, energy consumption and environmental impact of demolishing the existing building or constructing a new structure based on previously obtained information from Beyer Blinder Belle and Thornton Tomasetti. Westerman will review the structure stability, mechanical systems, and general infrastructure of the existing building and use the information to assess the renovation costs for the building by comparing the existing systems to those of a new building of equal area and style. Since the building can be programmed a number of various ways and construction styles can vary in cost, their report will conclude with possible options for renovations and master planning for future phases.

Basketball & Tennis Courts Resurfaced

Gold Coast Tennis has resurfaced the basketball and tennis courts at Edgemere Park and National Installation & GC Corp. resurfaced the tennis court at Hemlock Park. Pickleball courts have been painted on the tennis courts at both parks. The courts are open and available for use.

GCFD Training Facility

The Fire, Building and Public Works Departments have finalized site plans for the redevelopment of space at the Village Municipal Service Yard to incorporate a training site for the GCFD and a redesign of the sanitation transfer station. Once complete, this training facility will provide a safe, clean and enhanced area that the Department can utilize to train on numerous topics, including hose line stretching, ladders, VEIS (Vent, Enter, Isolate, Search), extrication, car fires and many others. Between the in-house training provided by membership, the use of third party vendors and the Nassau County Fire Service Academy, this site will allow us to provide the most up-to-date training to the Department. One of the tougher challenges facing the Department is its lack of real estate to provide a consistent and robust environment for training. This new site and training facility will alleviate those challenges.

New Fire Department Apparatus

The Garden City Fire Department is actively reviewing plans and specifications for the purchase of a new engine. When finalized, the proposed engine will be presented to the Board of Trustees for authorization. Once funding is approved, an order will be placed for its purchase. The Fire Safety Committee recommended standardizing the configuration of Engine companies when they are purchased in the future. The Department currently has three

engines - each situated at a fire station and made by three different manufacturers. If the fleet is standardized, volunteers could train on one engine, which would alleviate concerns when apparatus goes out of service. It would also make the training and qualification process much easier, according to Chief Matthew Pearn.

Curb, Sidewalk & Road Improvements

Pratt Brothers has completed the replacement of sidewalks, curb, and road paving at Barnes Lane, Lee Road, Pell Terrace, Raymond Court, and Westminster Road. The contractor has also completed the replacement of sidewalks and curbs at various locations throughout the Village.

Friends Overstock Book Bag Sale

The Friends of the Garden City Public Library will be hosting an Overstock Book Bag Sale on Friday, February 10, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Saturday, February 11, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., and Sunday, February 12, from 1 - 3 p.m. in the Library’s Large Meeting Room on the lower level. All books will be priced to move quickly at discounted prices. Adult Fiction is .50¢ (exclusively adult contemporary fiction); Children’s books are .25¢; or you can fill a medium-sized bag provided by the Friends for $5.00. The Friends of the Library support Library programs for children, young adults and adults such as lectures, crafts, toddler programs, museum passes and more! For more information about the Friends visit www.gardencitypl.org/friends/

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Adelphi University campus.

Suspicious bag

Officers investigated a report of a suspicious bag left in the vicinity of the Post Office on January 30th. It was determined it to be rubbish.

Unlicensed operation

A motorist on Washington Avenue on January 30th was charged with unlicensed operation and using a cell phone while driving.

Email hacked

On January 31st a company reported that its email was hacked and used to make multiple unauthorized financial transactions resulting in a monetary loss.

Vehicles entered

Garden City Police investigated reports of vehicle entries on Rockaway Avenue and Somerset Avenue on January 31st. There has been no loss reported.

Illegal dumping

On January 31st Garden City Police received a report of unauthorized dumping of refuse onto a Monroe Street property.

Vehicle damaged

A window to a vehicle parked on Commercial Avenue on January 31st was found damaged by unknown means.

Overcooked food

Firefighters and Officers responded to two locations on Janaury 31st for fire alarms where the cause in both cases was overcooked food.

GCHS Boys Fencers end fantastic season

The Men’s Varsity Fencing team ended the season in fantastic fashion! On Wednesday, January 25, they earned an exciting win over the Jericho team. Going undefeated in their bouts at the meet were sopho -

more saber Matteo Shettino, sophomore foil co-captain Trey Plastaras and senior epee co-captains Louis Rivera and Michael Siragusa. The sweep by Trey Plastaras preserved his winning record for the high

school season. Other fencers scoring wins were saber junior Stephen Cowie, and foil senior co-captain Eric Hartmann. The Ryan Bradley Award, now known as the King Louie Award for inspiring perfor -

mance, was resurrected and awarded to Matteo Shettino, with Michael Siragusa earning honorable mention. On Friday January 27, the men’s and women’s teams celebrated their senior members. Posters were creat -

Henry Conlon en route to his win.

Senior fencers (left to right): Pat Bohn, Eric Hartmann, Emma Heath, Cate Rovelli, Louis Rivera and Michael Siragusa pose with Dr Sinha.

2022-2023 foil squad: Henry Conlon, Trey Plastaras, Eric Hartmann. Trey Plastaras undefeated, 29-0, 2022–23 season.

Garden City HS seniors.

Matteo Shettino in the air.

GCHS Boys Fencers end fantastic season

ed for each senior by their teammates and all enjoyed a delicious dinner. Coach Joe Brojdic shared insights and acknowledged each senior with thoughtful words. Dr. Sinha and Mr. Connor Cohn, GCHS assistant principal, visited and complimented the team on the successful season and congratulated the seniors. The team would like to thank Izzy Joudeh for

taking pictures and the parent organization for providing dinner, drinks and desserts.

Then on Monday January 30, the team traveled to Cold Spring Harbor and came away with another win. Fencers winning all their bouts were foils Eric Hartmann and Trey Plastaras and épées Louis Rivera and Michael Siragusa. These three

wins propelled Trey to a winter season record of 29 wins and 0 losses. Congratulations on a monumental achievement! More highlights were provided by underclassmen freshman foil Henry Conlon and freshman épée Ronan Comerford who recorded their first varsity wins! Henry’s win represented the 14 GC win at the meet, cinching the win for the GC team. Other fencers adding wins to the tally sheet were saber Pat Bohn, Stephen Cowie and Matteo Schettino. The King Louie Award went to Trey

and honorable mention was given to Henry.

Based on their overall record, the team will advance to the Nassau County quarter finals hosted by GC on Monday, Feb 6, at 5 p.m. Please come to the high school to cheer these talented athletes on. Also ahead are Individual County Championships on Sat, Jan 28, for fencers qualifying with a certain win percentage. Again, gentlemen, congratulations on a superb season and good luck in these upcoming meets!

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Email submissions: editor@gcnews.com

• Attach article and any photos (1MB), along with your name and contact info.

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Louis Rivera countering his opponent.

Michael Siragusa on the attack.

Eric Hartmann lunges for the touch.

Ronan Comerford scoring on his way to winning two bouts.

Adelphi Panthers welcome Garden City athletes

GCAA teams formed game day tunnels, played at halftime on the court and met the players after the game. The Adelphi athletes made the young players feel welcome and appreciated their support at the games.

Players practice their shooting at halftime.

The Panthers met the players after the game.

Paws stops by to say hello to the young athletes.

The GC Ballers high five the Adelphi Panthers before the game.

GC RECREATION AND PARK NEWS

GC Pool Now Hiring Lifeguards for the Summer

Lifeguards are needed for the upcoming Garden City Recreation and Parks Pool season. If you are interested in becoming a lifeguard at the Garden City Pool, please contact Steve Espey, Recreation Supervisor, at 516-483-2525 between the hours of 10:30 and 6:30 pm, Monday through Friday to set up an interview.

Family Fun Time on Sundays

On Sunday afternoons beginning January 22, 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 5:30 p.m. each Sunday until March 12.

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.

Winter Pastel Art Class for Adults

Registration has opened for our Winter session of adult Pastel Art Class is Cluett Hall. This program is open to adults who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City and will be run by local artist Arleen Urban. The class will meet for 10 weeks from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. beginning Friday, February 10, in St. Paul’s Cluett Hall. The cost of this program is $140.

To register for this program, please visit the Garden City Recreation and Parks’ Administrative Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. or if you have a password, you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny.net.

For further information, call the Recreation and Parks Office at 465-4075.

Imagine Arts Academy After School Program

Recreation and Parks has joined with Mad Science to offer the following after school program in Art in the cottages at St. Paul’s. This program is open to Garden City residents in grades k to 5.

“Crayola® Around the World Through Art!” is a program where participants discover far off places and learn about the people who live there through the world of art. They will experiment with different techniques and use Crayola® art materials to express their ideas. They design a unique, artist inspired creation in each class.

This 6-week class will be held from 4 to 5 p.m. on Mondays beginning Monday, January 23. The fee for this six week program will be $170, checks only made payable to LI Steam Group. To register, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue.

Recreation Pickleball News

Beginning the week of January 22, Recreation and Parks will add a Sunday morning and a Thursday afternoon session of pickleball. The schedule will be as follows:

Sundays – 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. beginning January 22

Thursdays – 3:15 to 5:45 p.m. beginning January 26

The above sessions 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.

Did you know that Hemlock and Edgemere Parks both have pickleball courts? Residents are invited to use the courts and nets, paddles and balls must be brought by the players.

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Adelphi to offer summer pre-college programs

The application for Adelphi University’s Summer Pre-College Program is now open for Summer 2023. The program is available to rising juniors and seniors in high school who will be 16 or older by the program’s start date.

Patrick Gibbons

Real Estate Salesperson Garden City Office

102 Seventh St., Garden City, NY 516.248.6655, c.516.640.7470 patrickgibbons@danielgale.com

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Scheduled to take place from July 9 through 29, 2023, this summer’s program features an updated curriculum that will allow students to be taught by an Adelphi University faculty member in a course of academic interest, participate in college preparedness workshops, and discover all that Adelphi has to offer. The 2023 Summer Pre-College Program allows all participants to earn 3 college credits.

This year’s offerings will include: Art and Digital Production, Business and Society, Computer Science and Coding, Introduction to Nursing, Political Science, Psychology and Pop Culture, Race, Gender and American Film, Science, Medicine, and Society,

Social Work and Society and Teaching and Teacher Education.

“A college education is one of the most powerful ways for an individual to advance themselves in our society,” said Christopher Storm, PhD, Adelphi’s provost and executive vice president. “Adelphi’s Pre-College Programs are a tremendous opportunity for high school students to have a college experience and to prepare themselves for success in the college application process and in completing college.”

Courses will be offered in-person at Adelphi’s Garden City campus. Residential and commuter options are available.

Applications for Adelphi’s Summer 2023 Pre-College Program will close on May 31, 2023.

To learn more and apply for Adelphi’s Pre-College Summer Program, visit adelphi.edu/summer-pre-college-program.

Claudia Galvin, CBR

Associate Real Estate Broker Garden City Office

516.248.6655 ext.2201, c.516.972.8389

claudiagalvin@danielgale.com

366 Stewart Avenue, #B11, Garden City, NY

A rare offering of a studio apartment in an elevator building located in the heart of the village. This meticulously remodeled studio features an updated kitchen, new full bath, a spacious living/dining room with an abundance of natural light and a designated area for office or oversized walk in closet. Living space is maximized by queen sized Murphy bed. Building supplies laundry in basement, storage and meeting room. Close proximity to all. Don't miss this opportunity. MLS# 3443856. $244,000.

Matthew Minardi

Real Estate Salesperson Garden City Office

516.248.6655 ext.2231, c.516.456.3091

matthewminardi@danielgale.com

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PRODUCTION LEADERS

BRAVO!

The Garden City office of Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty would like to congratulate the following agents on their accomplishments this year.

LISTING LEADERS

Cheryl Trimboli 1st Place

Cheryl Trimboli 1st Place

Scott Wallace 2nd Place

Brigid Marmorowski 3rd Place

Brigid Marmorowski 3rd Place

Scott Wallace 2nd Place

UNIT LEADERS

Susan MacDonald

Claudia Galvin Kathleen Lucchesi

Diane Piscopo Stephanie Marchan

Brigid Marmorowski

Cheryl Trimboli Scott Wallace SILVER CIRCLE OF ACHIEVEMENT

ROOKIE OF THE YEAR

GOLD CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE

Matthew Minardi

Lisa Heaney

Eileen O Hara

Cheryl Trimboli 1st Place

Scott Wallace 3rd Place

Brigid Marmorowski 2nd Place

Linda Mulrooney