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PLAYOFF RUN

BY RIKKI MASSAND

The Garden City High School Boys Varsity Lacrosse Team continued its run in the playoffs by beating Long Beach 13-5 in the semifinals. See page 50.

Garden Middle School girls’ science project headed to space station BY GARY SIMEONE

A small group of girls from the Middle School will have the distinction of having a project they worked on chosen to head to the International Space Station in the fall. The longterm science experiment involves the concept of microgravity on the germination of a tomato seed. Bridget Coviello ,Isabelle DeNoto, Samantha Racich and Elsie Ross formed the

chosen team. Christine Lebenns, a science teacher at the school, said the 7th grade four-girl team had worked on the project since beginning of the school year, and submitted their idea last November. “All the students in 7th grade had gathered in groups to work on different projects and this one happened to be chosen after being submitted through a variety of protocols,” said Lebenns.

She said the protocols included being sent to a committee of scientists, including the Garden City Friends of STEAM, and then on to Washington D.C. where the project garnered National recognition. The winning team/project was announced during a school trip to the Cradle of Aviation Museum last December. “Kids always have great ideas in their minds,” said Lebenns. See page 30

After a public hearing at the Garden City Village Board of Trustees’ meeting on Thursday May 19, the board voted in favor of approving a traffic calming study known as the Numbered Streets study, to be performed by consultants Creighton Manning Engineering LLP. From Creighton Manning, Frank A. Filiciotto explained the study of movement, east and west, on the numbered streets of the village’s central section. The surveys and report did not necessarily examine stop signs, traffic signals and general “treatments for the intersections” of each street. Cathedral Avenue was the subject of its own Road Diet traffic study, and Franklin and Hilton Avenues are also Nassau County-owned roads. “We really wanted to present the idea of a neighborhood traffic calming study as that is what was raised to us. The community reported their concerns about the cut-through activity and speeding on those streets. This is not making any statements about the north/south streets and what can be done on them, as well as more potential treatments for Cathedral Avenue – that was not our mission here, the mission was examining the east/west numbered streets in the residential areas. Due to that, our focus was on the treatments that are best-applied,” he told the board of trustees and residents at the May 19 meeting. Accident data was collected for both the east/west numbered streets as well as their intersections in Garden City’s central section. “We just looked at the gross numbers and not specific intersections – there are occurrences of accidents where crashes were noted, as Fourth Street and Cathedral Avenue had the largest number of crashes. The segments of roadways (east/west streets) see much fewer crashes than these intersections do, because of higher speeds and higher volumes on the north/south roads,” Filiciotto said. Deputy Mayor Tom O’Brien asked Police Commissioner Kenneth Jackson if follow-up with Nassau County could be a next step, to resolve several issues involving the Countyowned north/south roads. Jackson noted that the County See page 30

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A WORD FROM THE PUBLISHER

Special Sections

In this week’s issue we have included a new special section, Fun in the Sun. In it we have compiled a selection of cool and interesting things to do in town and across Long Island this summer. There are lots of family friendly places and events listed for everyone in the family - check it out! At the end of this month we will also be presenting our Sports Wrapup section. This is an annual section highlighting all of the great sports teams in the village, from kindergarten t-ball to high school varsity. We print it on special durable white paper so that families can save it as a keepsake. This year the issue will be coming out on July 1st. If you would like to contribute material to it please send

it to editor@gcnews.com by Monday, June 27th (please note this is earlier than our regular weekly deadline). All teams are welcome to participate, no matter what season or level. Please include team photos and a summary of the season. Also, if you have any crisp action shots, we are always looking for items to include in our cover montage of photos. We welcome material from all schools, both public and private, so if you coach or have a player in a nonpublic school, please send that along as well! Sports are something that draws our community together, so join in and let’s celebrate Garden City athletes!

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Email: Editor@GCNews.com

What is propaganda?

To the Editor: At the May 19th BOT meeting I stated that the major advertising campaign underway by the Uses Sub-Committee on St Paul’s was propaganda. Several defenders of the Committee and the Mayor spoke out and said “We do not deal in propaganda, we deal only in facts and not even opinions.” That seemed to me like a lot of bull. So I went to my dictionary (Merriam-Webster) and looked up the word: DEFINITION of PROPAGANDA: “The spreading of ideas or information to further or damage a cause.” That is exactly what the subcommittee is doing! And they are doing it, in hell-bent fashion, every week via several media, and spending Village money in the process. On May 19th, the BOT voted 6-2 (Trustees Kelly and Flanagan voting NO) to grant $18,500 to the campaign to promote preservation of St. Paul’s through June and possibly beyond summer. Interestingly, the campaign is proceeding “full-steam” blindly, without any idea what they are going to present to residents in the November referendum. As for “facts” the Committee again is not always truthful. They say it is a fact that the St. Paul’s building is “sound” despite the FACT that they have not yet completed their study of the structural integrity of the building. All they have is an opinion-- not a fact. A fact is the truth! In some political campaigns, there are two parties arguing that their opinion is a fact while the other party is claiming that their opposite opinion is factual. Finally it is a fact that the segment of residents who favor demolition, up to now, hardly have had a voice. They are not as organized or funded, by the Village, as the preservationists. A final fact is that I, as a former member of the Uses Sub-Comm, was NEVER given the opportunity to make the case for demolition to the group. Some members of the Sub Committee have stated otherwise - and that is not true. So GC residents:

1) do not believe everything that the Committee throws out, and 2) listen to the words of the citizens who favor demolition. You will be hearing more from us in coming days and weeks. So reserve your vote until you hear both sides of the debate. Thus far it has been a bombardment of propaganda, with perhaps a few facts sprinkled in. George M. Salem

Devil in the details

To the Editor: I would also like to comment, as some have already done in last week’s Garden City news, on the two-page info commercial from the Mayor’s Committee on St. Paul’s. It states that the previous investigation by the prestigious engineering firm of Thornton Tomasetti (TT) has declared the St. Paul’s building to be in good condition, solid and sound, for redevelopment. The ad implied that the TT firm confirmed that no asbestos is present in the building. Now as far as asbestos in the building the TT report states that the work they did does not include the identification of hazardous materials such as asbestos, lead, mold, bird guano, or toxic liquids. When I placed this question to participants in the room the other evening, I was told by those with construction backgrounds that all buildings contained some asbestos. When I asked about St. Paul’s I was told that there was asbestos contained in the walls, the vinyl flooring, the boiler room, and the wrappings around the heating pipes in the basement. I recently found and produced a New York State full Environmental Assessment Form dated December 18, 1992, that stated the following: “The buildings on St. Paul’s property have not been inspected for the presence of asbestos material by the Village of Garden City. However, the report prepared by Andrew Robert Levenbaum, Professional Engineers, indicates that there is extensive asbesSee page 37

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Girl Scout Daisy Troop 1480 voted to use the funds the troop earned from selling cookies this year on new school supplies and backpacks for future kindergarteners in need. They filled 24 backpacks with new supplies and donated them to the INN, along with 50+ Girl Scout cookie boxes. The girls also earned their pink petal on their Daisy uniform with this project, “make the world a better place.”

GC resident’s organization to hold fundraiser in Hamptons BY GARY SIMEONE Garden City resident Leah Davies, has only been working with the AHA (American Heart Association) for two and a half months, but the thirty-year old, who is Director of Development of the organization, already has a fundraiser planned on Wednesday, June 29th in Sagaponak to help establish the organization’s presence on the east end of Long Island. “My career has always been about doing what I can to make a positive impact on the world,” said Davies. “I’m really passionate about growing relationships between the public, the private sector and nonprofits. The cool thing is that I get to really take my sports and entertainment background and apply it to a market that is really alluring to those industries.” After graduating from Garden City High School in 2009 and then Syracuse University in 2013, Davies took a job with a public relations firm in Manhattan. She worked with many donors and worked on a variety of campaigns including ones with the organization’s like the Special Olympics. After her stint With the PR agency, she moved to Dallas , Texas in 2016, where she

Leah Davies did community relations work with the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys football team. “The Cowboys are a multibillion dollar franchise, and I did so many exciting things for them in my time there,” said Davies. “I helped to coordinate their thanksgiving Halftime show in partnership with the Salvation Army. I also coordinated player visits to children’s hospitals and worked with the local school district’s in the area.” That all changed in 2018, when Davies See page 30

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Open House Sunday, June 5th 12-2pm, 207 Nassau Blvd. Sundrenched 3 bdrm/ 2 ba Col on 150 deep property near to LIRR & GCHS featuring a fabu screened porch. $939,000

Featured Home A great opportunity awaits with this classic 3BR, 2.5 bath Center Hall Colonial in move-in condition. The first floor features a generously sized living room with a wood burning fireplace, a formal dining room, an updated eat-in-kitchen with new stainless steel appliances and new quartz countertops, a den/office, and a half bath. The second floor offers a spacious primary bedroom with a walk-in closet and a renovated full bath, 2 additional bedrooms and an updated hall bath. In addition, there is a walk-up attic which provides for plenty of storage area. The home is set on a private 60 x 126 landscaped lot. Other features 3,115 square feet of a luxury lifestyle! 3BR, include central air conditioning, 2 zone gas heating, hardwood floors throughout, 3.5 baths, large terrace with western a security alarm system, new fence, in-ground sprinklers, and a detached 2 car exposures. $1,699,000 garage. Very low taxes of $14,742! Offered at $980,000 In Contract

Brick center hall colonial in the Adelphi Section. 3 Br, 2.5 bath. 80 x 100 $1,179,000

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Open House Sunday, June 5th 12-2pm, 43 Maple St. New kitchen, 2 updated baths. 3 br. Walk to park and school $869,000

Grand 5BR 4 Bath Expanded Brick Faced Split Level Home. Fantastic forever home $1,149,000

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1st flr 1 bedroom/1 bath coop with EIK and great closets! Pet friendly $315,000

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Brokerage in Garden City*

Stately 5BR 3.5 ba Col premier Estates block 102 x 150 pristine landscaped lot. Supreme proximity to all $2,475,000

3 Bedroom, 3 Full Bath single floor luxurious Wyndham West with stunning panoramic views $1,999,000

New Price Construction Complete! Over 3,000 sq. ft. Stunning 4Br 3.5Ba custom kit, fam rm, private MBR ste, lrg lot, taxes $18,280 $1,799,000

Brick CH Colonial on 88x132. 4BR, 3.5 ba. Spectacular location! $1,699,000

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Central Sec 4B/3.5ba colonial on 75 x 113 prop walk to all location $1,389,000

3 bedroom, 3.5 bath unit with eastern and western exposures. Rooftop terrace. $1,349,000

New Listing Large 4BR/2.5.ba Col. 1/4 acre. Lovely& Private! Low taxes! $1,299,000

Completely renovated, 4 BR, 2 1/2 bath, desirable yard - entertainers delight $1,199,000

2 Bedroom, 2.5 bath split Wyndham unit with beautiful south west views $889,000

New Price 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath unit with western exposoure. Private rooftop terrace. $859,000

In Contract

3 BR, 2.5 bath Colonial on 60x126. Low taxes! $980,000

Lots of space & updates! 4BR 2.5 Ba exp split w/new heating, a.c., roof, siding $929,000

Setauket More than just a home, it’s a lifestyle. Mineola Lots of space, charm & updates! 3BR 3BA updated w/beautiful craftsmanship & 3 BR 1.5 Ba Colonial w/den, office, mud privacy. Over ½ acre nr pond & park. $699,000 rm w/laundry & fenced yard. $629,000

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Cathedral Gardens Location ++ Exp Ranch Hewlett Co-op Stunning 3 br/2 ba coop, w/d in 5BR, 3 Bas, Formal Lr, Dr, Fam Rm, Prop. 100 x unit Private terrace, indoor parking, convenient 241, Low Taxes...Great Potenial!! $999,000 to LIRR, Shops, restaurants etc. $300,000

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WPOA seeks student ambassadors

The Western Property Owners Association (WPOA) is seeking candidates for Student Ambassadors. Current sophomore and junior high school students are eligible to serve for the 2022/2023 school year. The Student Ambassador program is designed to introduce high school juniors and seniors to Village government through attendance at government meetings and participation in WPOA meetings. The Ambassadors will help on special WPOA projects. Candidates should: • Have an interest in learning about and participating in local government, • Be a resident of Garden City, preferably in the Western section of Garden City, • Be available to attend some local meetings and events, as their school schedule allows. Ambassador responsibilities include: • Attendance at some WPOA

general meetings (typically Tuesdays or Wednesdays in September, November, January and April), as well as monthly directors’ meetings if possible, • Attendance at two to three Village government meetings and/or School Board meetings, and preparation of notes to report to the WPOA, • Assistance with WPOA membership and website support, and at some events. Interested students may download an application from the WPOA website, gcwpoa.com, under Documents on the navigation tab, and mail it to WPOA, P.O. Box 7976, Garden City, NY 11530 or they may email it to the WPOA President RoseAnn Vernice at ravernice26@gmail.com. Submissions for the program will remain open until the end of the school year. Following submission of applications, applicants will be contacted with interview dates. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity.

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Garden City Real Estate Market Information 89 Second Street

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.

Mortgage Rates this week from www.nerdwallet.com

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

Interest Rate 5.098% 4.314% 4.627%

APR 5.194% 4.479% 4.203%

Long Island Sales Data From One Key MLS Month Apr-2022 Mar-2022 Feb-2022 Jan-2021 Dec-2021 Nov-2021 Oct-2021 Aug-2021

Nassau County Median Sale Price Current Year Prior Year $666,500 $630,000 $650,000 $600,000 $650,000 $599,000 $650,000 $601,000 $645,000 $605,000 $651,000 $599,000 $650,000 $588,000 $670,000 $593,597

% Change 5.8 8.3 8.5 8.2 6.6 8.7 10.5 12.9

Lg Central section Cape With 3500+ feet Of interior living space on just over a half acre lot of manicured land. The home is set back from the road and features a wonderful floor plan for entertaining. Enter through the foyer with the living space on the right and bedrooms on the left. The LR is grand and features beautiful woodworking, a stone, wood-burning fireplace, and two sets of French doors out to the front. The DR is open to the LR and has doors that give access to both the family rm and the EIK. Kitchen features stainless appliances including a Wolf stovetop w/griddle, 2 ovens, 2 separate sink areas, a hidden, built-in washer dryer dining area and sliders out to a brick patio w/ attached stainless gas grill. Master suite is oversized and private with a full bath, 2 lg closets-- including a walk-in and a separate seating area. Head upstairs and there are 3 large bedrooms that share a hall bath, plus a bonus seating area with skylights and storage. Basement is unfinished.

47 Hilton Avenue

Date: 05/25/2022 Sold Price: $1,580,000 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, Style: Victorian Lot size:.46 acre Total taxes: $25,441 MLS number: 3378747 The Seller’s Team: Stephen and Laura Baymack, Compass Greater NY The Buyer’s Team: Stephen and Laura Baymack, Compass Greater NY

Date: 05/31/2022 Sold price: $1,770,000 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths Style: Exp Cape Lot size: .57 acre Total taxes: $30,432 MLS number: 3346158 The Seller’s Team: Patricia O’Grady and Patricia Aprigliano, Coach Realtors Fennessy Associates The Buyer’s Team: Fortune Heaney, Daniel Gale Sotheby’s Intl Realty

10 Kenwood Road

Perfectly set on nearly half an acre in Garden City’s Central Section, this stunning home with five bedrooms and three full bathrooms blends all the modern amenities with old world charm and grace. Highlights include a beautiful wraparound front porch, gleaming hardwood floors, trim and crown molding details, multiple fireplaces, exceptional ceiling height and large windows letting in abundant natural light. The inviting living room w/fp is open to elegant formal dining room w/fp, large family room w/fp, gourmet kitchen w/breakfast area w/fp, custom cabinetry, high-end appliances and French doors open to the wraparound porch. An office or bedroom & full bath complete the first floor. Second floor features primary bedroom suite w/dressing room, wic & newer bath and 4 additional bedrooms serviced by a hall bathroom. The home is centered in town and located near shopping, restaurants & LIRR station. The location, condition, lot size and low taxes make this the perfect place to call home!

Date: 05/31/2022 Sold price: $1,189,000 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1 half bath Style: Tudor Lot size: .15 acre Total taxes: $20,016 MLS number: 3385073 The Seller’s Team: Maureen Lagarde, Compass Greater NY The Buyer’s Team: Ellen Schaefer, Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Beautifully renovated, storybook Tudor situated midblock in the much-desired Mott Section. It features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. With gleaming hardwood floors throughout, this stunning home offers the juxtaposition of old & new world charm. It boasts a gorgeous living room with wood burning fireplace and an elegant formal dining room. It has a beautiful custom eat-in-kitchen with Electrolux appliances and built-in banquette. It features a bright family room leading out to a lovely brick patio and well-manicured garden. The second floor offers a spacious primary bedroom with attractive built-ins and ensuite with radiant heat floor. There are 2 additional bedrooms and a full hallway bath. It has a full finished basement with rec room, laundry, storage & utilities. This quiet and serene location is near parks, restaurants & public transportation. Low Taxes!

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We Know and Love Garden City

Southampton | 112 Wooleys Drive | $6,499,000 4 BR, 5 BA | Web# 3401385 Rosemary Bruno: M 516.383.9922

Open House Fri. 6/3 from 5:30-7pm Garden City | 107 Huntington Road | $1,399,000 3 BR, 2 BA | Web# 3401371 Laura Mulligan: M 516.729.6885 Norma Quigley: M 516.236.7996

Garden City | 99 Seventh Street, 1A | $1,049,000 3 BR, 3 BA | Condo | Web# 3379140 Michelle McArdle: M 516.306.4134

Under Contract | Garden City | $1,325,000 4 BR, 2 BA, 1 Half BA | Web# 3380532 Norma Quigley: M 516.236.7996

Under Contract | Garden City | $899,000 4 BR, 2 BA | Web# 3385039 Maryann Milovcic: M 347.724.2873 John Corrigan: M 516.361.9634

Sold | Garden City | Sold Price: $920,000 4 BR, 2 BA | Web# 3380974 Michelle McArdle: M 516.306.4134

Sold | Garden City | Sold Price: $910,000 3 BR, 2 BA, 1 Half BA | Web# 3383189 Dana Eaton: M 516.458.7302 Jill Palmeri: M 516.375.2631

Sold | Garden City | Sold Price: $880,000 3 BR, 2 BA | Web# 3373584 Michelle McArdle: M 516.306.4134

Sold | Garden City South | Sold Price: $807,000 3 BR, 1 BA, 1 Half BA | Web# 3362417 Laura Mulligan: M 516.729.6885 Norma Quigley: M 516.236.7996

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Famous decorator to appear at Historical Society event Tricia Foley, decorator to the stars, lifestyle authority and author of “A Summer Place, Living By The Sea”, a lavish 235 page coffee table book that opens the doors to the personalities, exquisite and quirky homes and classic summer lifestyle of the lovely village of BellportBrookhaven, will be at the Historical Society, 109 Eleventh Street, on June 9, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., for a book presentation and signing, followed by an author reception. Ms. Foley, whose clients include Ralph Lauren Home and Target and whose design work has been featured in Elle Decor, Martha Stewart Living, Country Living, will introduce you to a mix of modern residences that have been designed around water views, nineteenth-century shingle-style cottages restored for today's living, and artist retreats filled with color, pattern, and unique style, the homes and grounds of notable tastemakers-—creatives of all types, plus seasonal and year-round residences, including Tricia's—and summer gardens that vary from manicured lawns and flowerbeds to wild landscapes, romantic pergolas dripping with wisteria and working cutting gardens - all offering inspirational ideas for making your home a per-

Lifestyle authority and author Tricia Foley will be guest of honor at a book presentation and signing on June 9. sonal sanctuary. Ticket includes refreshments, autographed book (a $50 value) and author reception: $65 (note: a combination ticket can be purchased with the Mews Stroll for $100). Also that day: “A Springtime

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Stroll Through The Mews”, 4:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. Discover one of the most charming and historic areas of Garden City The Franklin Court Mews. A cluster of early 20th century homes with leaded glass windows, secret walled gardens and winding streets that are decidedly “English Cotswolds.” Our tour includes eight of the loveliest gardens, each one a reflection of the personality and passion of the owners, and refreshments along the Stroll. Plein air artist Rita Broughton will be in place in the gardens, creating a watercolor of an aspect of each participating homeowner’s garden. Come and enjoy the homes and the lush plantings and borders — you may be inspired to reimagine your own garden! Registration begins at 4:15 at The Mews, on Franklin Court East. Ticket

includes self-guided tour of “The Mews” and refreshments: $50 (note: a combination ticket can be purchased with the Tricia Foley Author Talk & Book Signing for $100). Tickets must be purchased in advance. To purchase, and more information, go to: https://tgchs-springeventduet.eventbrite.com, or contact Francine Ryan, francine. ryan@tgchs.org Please follow The Historical Society on Instagram and Facebook to learn more: @gardencityhistoricalsociety The Garden City Historical Society is a 501c3 non-profit. The Society raises funds to help defray the maintenance and operating costs for the Society’s A. T. Stewart-era Museum building (c.1872), as well as to support the Society’s capital campaign to restore the exterior of the Society’s historic building.

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Laura Baymack Lic. RE Salesperson Baymack Team M: 516.537.3050

Stephen Baymack Lic. Assoc. RE Broker Baymack Team M: 516.216.0244

Laura Carroll Lic. RE Salesperson Laura Carroll Team M: 917.370.5354

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

Pete Diaz Lic. RE Salesperson Licensed as Pedro Diaz M: 516.642.9881

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

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

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

Lauren Grima Lic. RE Salesperson M: 917.642.5036

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

Maeve Kilgo Lic. RE Salesperson McCooey Olivieri Team M: 917.576.9928

Maureen Lagarde Lic. RE Salesperson M: 516.850.7812

Patrick McCooey Lic. Assoc. RE Broker McCooey Olivieri Team M: 516.236.4287

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

Athena Menoudakos Lic. RE Salesperson M: 516.316.4955

Michael Meule Lic. RE Salesperson Michael Meule Team M: 516.713.8177

Danielle Nero Lic. RE Salesperson Laura Carroll Team M: 516.205.6501

Alexander Olivieri Lic. RE Salesperson McCooey Olivieri Team M: 516.306.7738

Alexandra Parisi Lic. Assoc. RE Broker M: 516.427.6878

Jennifer Sullivan Lic. RE Salesperson Jen Sullivan Team M: 516.361.7190

Colin Stewart Lic. RE Salesperson Laura Carroll Team M: 917.405.9280

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All professionals above are real estate licensees affiliated with Compass. Compass is a licensed real estate broker and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws.

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107 5th Street, Garden City 6 BD | 6 BA | 2 HB | $4,495,000 Laura Carroll | M: 917.370.5354

88 2nd Street, Garden City 6 BD | 5 BA | 1 HB | $3,599,000 Stephen & Laura Baymack | M: 516.216.0244

100 Hilton Avenue, PH 1, Garden City 3 BD | 3 BA | $2,880,000 Maureen Lagarde | M: 516.850.7812

104 Tenth Street, Garden City 4 BD | 3 BA | 1 HB | $2,599,000 Laura Carroll | M: 917.370.5354

124 Stratford Avenue, Garden City 7 BD | 3 BA | 1 HB | $2,085,000 Stephen & Laura Baymack | M: 516.216.0244

114 Meadbrook Road, Garden City 5 BD | 4 BA | 1 HB | $1,499,000 Laura Carroll | M: 917.370.5354 Danielle Nero | M: 516.205.6501

132 Brook Street, Garden City 4 BD | 3 BA | 1 HB | $1,325,000 Stephen & Laura Baymack | M: 516.216.0244

4 Andover Court, Garden City 4 BD | 3 BA | 1 HB | $1,185,000 Stephen & Laura Baymack | M: 516.216.0244

6 Pell Terrace, Garden City 4 BD | 2 BA | 1 HB | $979,000 Athena Menoudakos | M: 516.316.4955

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221 New Hyde Park Road, Garden City 4 BD | 1 BA | $839,000 Laura Carroll | M: 917.370.5354 Christina Hirschfield | M: 516.805.0703

75 Russell Road, Garden City 3 BD | 3 BA | $899,000 Maureen Lagarde | M: 516.850.7812

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9 Pine Street, Elmont 3 BD | 1 BA | $549,000 Alexandra Parisi | M: 516.427.6878

All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of real estate brokerage. *Source: 2021 Closed Sales Volume, U.S., RealTrends 500.

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EPOA to meet on June 6

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Laura Carroll Licensed Real Estate Salesperson laura.carroll@compass.com M: 917.370.5354 O: 516.408.2231 Laura Carroll is a licensed real estate agent afﬁliated with Compass. Compass is a licensed real estate broker and abides by equal housing opportunity laws. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of real estate brokerage.

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The annual meeting of the Eastern Property Owners’ Association (EPOA) will be held on Monday, June 6, at 7:30 p.m. at the Senior Center. Join the EPOA to hear updates on a variety of village matters from Officers and Directors as well as East Trustees including Board of Education Trustee Joe Sileo. In addition, Nassau County District 14 Legislator Laura Schaefer will also be attendance to answer resident questions. This will be the final meeting of the 2021–2022 term. At this meeting, election of EPOA Officers and Directors for the 2022–2023 term will be held. The Officer nominees are: President, Jonathan Debrich, 90 Huntington Road, Vice President, June Michalak 38 Spruce St.; Corresponding Secretary, Paul Dircks, 62 Saint James Street South; Corporate Secretary, Ralph Healey, 177 Willow Street; Treasurer, Spiro Dorizas, 29 East Drive. Director nominees serving new

three-year terms: Joe Nadolny, 108 Poplar Street; Shane Pomeroy, 32 Boylston Street and Bob Schoelle, 33 Garden Street. Director nominees serving new two-year terms: Samantha Amato, 143 Wetherill Road and John Pittoni, 31 Locust Street. Director nominees serving one-year terms: Donald Byrne, 19 Kingsbury Road and Grace Chan, 119 Meadow Street. New Director nominee serving one-year term: Jonathan Cruickshanks, 14 Seabury Road. All nominations were conducted in accordance with EPOA by-laws by the 2021 Director & Officer Nominating Committee. To learn more about the EPOA, how to become a member, upcoming events, and matters concerning the East, please visit www.gcepoa.org, on Facebook (@ GardenCityEPOA), on Twitter (@GC_ EPOA), and on Venmo (@GCEPOA).

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Pete Diaz Maureen Lagarde Licensed Real Estate Salesperson maureen.lagarde@compass.com M: 516.850.7812 Compass is a licensed real estate broker and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of real estate brokerage.

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson Licensed as Pedro Diaz peter.diaz@compass.com M: 516.642.9881 Pedro Diaz is a licensed RE salesperson with Compass. Compass is a licensed real estate broker and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. 182 Seventh Street, Garden City, NY 11530.

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New Listing

4 Andover Court, Garden City 4 BD | 3 BA | 1 HB | $1,185,000

Stephen Baymack The Baymack Team Licensed Associate RE Broker stephen.baymack@compass.com M: 516.216.0244

Laura Baymack The Baymack Team Licensed RE Salesperson laura.baymack@compass.com M: 516.537.3050

This beautiful split style home perfectly situated on a quiet tree lined cul-de-sac block offers an abundant amount of living and entertaining space. The home features a spacious sun-drenched living room that flows into the dining room and the renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a breakfast nook. The upper levels boast a spacious primary bedroom suite with beautiful built-in cabinetry and a fireplace, an ensuite bedroom and two additional bedrooms that are serviced by a hall bathroom. The lower level offers a sizable family room with a powder room and access to the two-car garage while the basement features a spacious recreation area and a refrigerated wine cellar. The professionally landscaped grounds with the mature plantings provide a private backyard retreat with a beautiful blue stone patio and a firepit that is perfect for entertaining. The Baymack Team is a team of real estate licensees affiliated with Compass. Compass is a licensed real estate broker and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Garden City Office. 516.408.2231

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GCFD installs new chief Estates POA meeting

set for June 8

The Estates Property Owners’ Association will host its final meeting of the season on Wednesday, June 8, at 7:30 p.m. at the GC Senior Recreation Center at 6 Golf Club Lane. A pre-meeting reception will start at 7 p.m. on the back patio where coffee and cake will be served. If you cannot make it in person, join the Estates POA virtually through the Zoom link found on the Estates POA website (https://www.gcestates.org). There will be updates on topics of importance for the Village including the Third Track, Village governance and economics, and recreation. Committee reports will be provided by Estates rep-

Hempstead Town Councilman Tom Muscarella (left) congratulated Incoming Chief Matthew Pearn of the Garden City Fire Department during the department’s Installation Dinner on May 14. Also attending were 1st Assistant Chief James Taunton and New York State Assemblyman Ed Ra.

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resentatives, including by newly elected Board of Education Trustee Billy O’Donohue, Library Trustee Randy Colahan, and other committee members. Additionally, the 2022 Yuter-Newman Scholarship will be awarded and presented to the successful student applicants. The Estates POA is looking forward to this meeting and hopes to see you virtually or in-person on Wednesday, June 8th at 7:30 pm at the GC Senior Recreation Center at 6 Golf Club Lane. Arrive at 7 p.m. for coffee and cake on the patio, or at 7:30 p.m. for the start of the meeting.

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SUZANNE WEIS Licensed Real Estate Salesperson M 516.784.7020 | O 516.517.4751 Suzanne Weis is a Licensed Real Estate Salesperson affiliated with Compass, a licensed real estate broker and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions.

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Garden City’s Environmental Advisory Board (“EAB”) invites all residents to attend an information session on Garden City’s drinking water Wednesday evening, June 8, at 7:30 p.m. at Village Hall. Residents should have received the Village of Garden City’s 2021 Drinking Water Quality Report, and this information session is an opportunity for residents to hear an overview of that report and have their questions answered by our Village administrator and the Village’s water consultants from H2M.

Overview of the 2021 Drinking Water Quality Report

Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi and consultants from H2M will provide residents an overview of the 2021 Drinking Water Quality Report that was mailed to all homes, and answer any questions residents have regarding the content of the report.

2022 Updates from the Village’s Water Department

While the Drinking Water Report covers 2021, residents will be provided with an update on the first five months of 2022, and what future work is planned.

Lead in Drinking Water Reminder and Status of Service Line Inventory

Residents will be provided with important information and resources

Importance of Water Conservation

At our February 16, 2022 meeting, the EAB’s guest speaker, Sarah Meyland, highlighted the importance of water conservation when she reported on the state of our aquifer. Information will be provided to residents on simple steps they can take to conserve water, and the EAB will be kicking off a water conservation campaign which we hope will result in a significant reduction in the amount of water our Village will withdraw from the aquifer during 2022. Taking these steps is not only beneficial to the environment — it will also save residents money. Bring your water report, your water bills from the last year, and your questions on Wednesday evening! The session will be held in the Board Room of Village Hall beginning at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 8. If you would like to attend by Zoom, please email our Village clerk at kaltman@ gardencityny.net before 3:00 p.m. on June 8.

Garden City SEPTA newsletter wins prestigious award The Garden City Public Schools SEPTA Newsletter recently won the Nassau Region PTA Winifred Pratt Newsletter Competition. The competition was established to commemorate Winifred Pratt, who began her PTA career in 1917 and served for more than 50 years. Pratt was the director of the Long Island District PTA and distinguished herself for her devotion to PTA and its ideals. Additionally, the competition recognizes achievement in promoting communication between school and home.

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To qualify for this award, the Garden City SEPTA had to submit two of its newsletters. The newsletter was recognized for reflecting the goals of SEPTA and including informative articles, a calendar of events, recent news and messages from the SEPTA president and school administration. Additionally, the appearance and mechanics of the newsletter was taken into account when being judged. The District thanked Cristina Dickey for her hard work that goes into each newsletter.

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The A.T. Stewart Consignment Shop BY MELISSA JAEGER

Flag Day is fast approaching. Get some patriotic goodies at the A. T. Stewart Consignment Shop.

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“You’re a grand old rag, you’re a high-flying rag and forever in peace may you wave …” No, you didn’t read it incorrectly. The original lyrics “rag” were later changed to “flag.” Some of you may recall that this song was written by George M. Cohan. It was first performed at Herald Square Theater in New York City in 1906 and became the first song from a musical to sell over a million copies of sheet music. The inspiration for the song was based on a chance encounter Cohan had with a Civil War veteran who had fought at Gettysburg. As the story goes, Cohan noticed that the vet had a folded ragged old flag in his hands, and when asked about it, the man said, “She’s a grand old rag.” However, so many objected to referring to it as a “rag” that he changed the lyrics and the song title. "You're a Grand Old Flag" – the song and the show – were an obvious tribute to the U.S. flag, and to our patriotism. I mention this for two reasons. First, because after September 11th, everywhere you looked you could see such “high-flying flags” on just about every home in Garden City. People weren’t asked to do it. It was a spontaneous response; meant to demonstrate pride and patriotism. Since that time, I have noticed a dramatic decrease in the number of flags in front of our homes. Second, Flag Day is fast-approaching -June 14. Wouldn’t it be a nice idea if we took to flying our flags again? At the Exchange we have beautiful flags (3’x5’) with sewn stars for only $25. Up until June 14th, when you come in, mention this article and receive 10% off your purchase. To put you in the mood for the inevitable barbecues, why not pick up some of our fun paper BBQ and lobster placemats. They’re great for your outdoor barbecue. We also have a whole line of floral and beach-themed laminated placemats. We have a great selection of cocktail (and lunch) napkins, and red and white candles to set your table. Mark your calendars: Cornelia’s Courtyard Sale, Saturday, June 18th! (don’t worry – I’ll remind you every week leading up to the actual event). Get a head-start on your Christmas shopping. The Courtyard Sale will take place, where else, but on the patio outside the Exchange. The Sale will be 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. In addition to Christmas items at ridiculously low prices, we will have a variety of glass, china, linens, furniture and lots of other items. As part of this, we will have a couple of vendors. As always, the Shop will be open with our great merchandise. And leading up to this event, we will have a raffle – “Potted Greens.” Purchase your tickets (in the Shop) for a chance to win $100 – and the potted plant! Open your hearts: Food Drive to benefit The INN, now through to June 17th. I thought it would be nice to have a Food Drive not centered around the holidays,

to bring attention to the fact that people need help ALL YEAR. So please, check your pantries, or hit the grocery store, and bring in non-perishable items. Those who donate food items will receive 10% off their Shop purchase on that day only. Remember: we’re here for you six (6) days a week. We are open on Mondays!! And, for those of you who work, we are still open late on Wednesdays until 6:00pm. It’s a great chance to shop in peace and quiet. We get newly consigned merchandise almost every day! And we sell new merchandise – especially gift items – bought through the NY Gift Show. Therefore, I prefer to think of our shop as a Gift and Resale Shop. If you can’t make it in right away, please shop online at www.atstewartexchange.org and pick up your purchases at the Exchange. We also post photos on the AT Stewart Exchange Facebook and Instagram pages. When you do come into the Shop, please follow our established sanitizing protocols and social distancing rules to keep everyone safe. Even though all the volunteers have been vaccinated, you will see that many of us continue to wear our masks. We offer hand-sanitizer when you enter the shop, and, to keep you feeling safe, we are running the air purifier which cleans the air in the Shop every hour. Unfamiliar with the Exchange Consignment Shop? We are 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. In addition to 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. We accept consignments Wednesday through Friday, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. by appointment ONLY. This is done to safeguard customers, consignors and volunteers. Having appointments helps to keep down the numbers of people in the Shop and reduces 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. Remember: all the profits from the Consignment Shop support the maintenance and upkeep of TGCHS Museum. Thanks to your generous support, work on the outside of the Museum continues. The shop is located at 109 Eleventh Street. Shop Hours: Mon - Fri: 10–4 p.m., Wed: 10–6 p.m., Sat: Noon–4 p.m. For more information, please call (516) 746-8900.

Come home to this sunlit Cape Cod located near public transportation, primary school, and park. This sunlit home has a newly renovated kitchen with white cabinetry, quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances. The kitchen is open to the living room and dining area. Also on this floor is the spacious family room, which could also serve as the fourth bedroom. Completing the first floor is a bedroom and updated bathroom. The second floor offers a primary bedroom with walk in closet, a second spacious bedroom and another updated bathroom. The basement offers ample storage, laundry area and utilities. The backyard includes a paver patio, perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining.

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Grand opening of Adelphi’s renovated University Center Adelphi University will celebrate the renovated and expanded Ruth S. Harley University Center with an official ribbon cutting ceremony at its Garden City campus on Friday, June 10. A tour of the building will follow. The reimagined and redesigned state-of-the-art center for life at Adelphi, which officially opened in January 2021, includes new lobby and meeting spaces, improved student lounge, the reimagined Thomas Dixon Lovely Ballroom, a full Starbucks, art gallery, expanded dining hall and outdoor terrace. “The result is a beautiful, efficient and environmentally friendly structure that was completed with more than 41 percent of the labor costs going to minority- or women-owned businesses,” said Jim Perrino, executive vice president of finance and operations at Adelphi.

Hempstead Town Supervisor Don Clavin, Councilwoman Melissa Miller and Town Clerk Kate Murray met with Anna Nealon of Girl Scout Troop 1612 as she pitched her Girl Scout Gold Award Project, which entails establishing easier beach access for mobility impaired residents via enhanced roll-out mats. Also attending were her parents, Sean and Veronica; Troop Leader Joy Boccio; and Gold Award Mentor Pat Hickey.

In 2021, Adelphi’s university center received Long Island Business News’ Real Estate, Architecture and Engineering Award for Top Education Renovation, citing the building’s excellent redesign, accessibility and commitment to sustainability. Speakers at the event will include Adelphi Board Chair Marc S. Strachan, President Christine M. Riordan and student Tyler Masure, incoming president of University’s Student Government Association. Many other Adelphi trustees will be in attendance as well as this is the first largely in-person gathering of that group since before the pandemic. The ribbon-cutting will run from 10:30 to 11 a.m. in the University Center outdoor amphitheater. See more at adelphi.edu/uc/uc-ribbon-cutting - and more about the University Center at adelphi.edu/uc.

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THE OFFICE CAT Truck hits overpass On May 25th Garden City Police responded to Cherry Valley Avenue where a cement truck struck the overpass, damaging the truck and causing hydraulic fluid to seep into a catch basin, resulting in a hazardous condition. Garden City Firefighters and Nassau County Fire Marshals responded to the scene and orchestrated a clean-up of the area under the guidance of the DEC. MTA personnel responded to the scene to survey damage to the structure. The truck driver was charged with disregarding bridge clearance signs.

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Stolen from vehicles Items were reported stolen from a work truck parked in Parking Field 12 on May 25th. On the same day, items were reported stolen from a vehicle parked at a Fenimore Road residence.

Burnt food GCFD and GCPD responded to a residence for a smoke condition and determined the cause was burnt food on May 26th.

School zone enforcement On May 26th a motorist in the vicinity of the High School was charged with unlicensed operation, speeding in a school zone, and passing a stopped school bus. Another motorist in the same area was charged with unlicensed operation and passing a Stop sign.

Excessive speed A motorist on Rockaway Avenue was charged with unlicensed operation and excessive speed on May 25th.

Truck troubles A truck driver on Clinton Road was charged with unlicensed operation, defective tires, and not wearing a seatbelt on May 26th.

Unlicensed operation A motorist on Cathedral Avenue on May 25th was charged with unlicensed operation and using a cell phone while

Road rage On May 27th Garden City Police investigated a report of a road rage on Franklin Avenue in Garden City

in which a female motorist allegedly pointed what appeared to be a gun at another motorist. Upon investigation, it was determined the event occurred nearby in Hempstead. A search by both Departments yielded negative results.

ances. She was then directed to transfer money from her bank. An agent at the bank realized it was a scam and advised the victim to stop payment. Vehicle damaged The passenger side window to a vehicle parked in Field 11 was reportedly damaged by unknown means on May 27th.

Fallen wires On May 27th Officers safeguarded fallen wires on Stewart Avenue. Firefighters responded to the scene and rendered the area safe.

Memorial Day Officers were assigned to the Memorial Day Observance Ceremony at the Rainbow Place 42nd Division Monument. They also served traffic and safety Details for the Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony.

Package purloined Contents of a package left on a Tullamore Road porch were reported stolen on May 27th.

Water everywhere Officers investigated a water line break on Euston Road on May 28th. The Water Department was notified.

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Under the auspices of William Bradford Turner Post 265 and the American Legion Auxiliary, Memorial Day ceremonies were held at the Seventh Street War Memorial under clear skies, following the return of the Parade of Honor this year. For many Americans Memorial Day marks the beginning of the Summer Season. But for many other Americans, Memorial Day is a day of remembrance for all who gave their lives for our freedom. It is a day to remember the fallen men and women who served our country. It is a day to remember family members, friends and fellow citizens who served and made the ultimate sacrifice. It is a day to remember America as a great hopeful society where our men and women fought in wars to defend the freedoms we hold dear. Above all, Memorial Day is a day each American can show their respect and gratitude to the men and women who served our country so gallantly.

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Water Tower: The Village continues to fill the tank. At completion, the water will be sampled for Nassau County Department of Health approval. Blue Water Report: Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi has accepted the draft blue water report that was sent to the Village. Corrosion Control Study: The report has been sent to the Nassau Court Department of Health for approval. Lead Service Line Inventory: The lead service line investigation and analysis of Village plumbing permits and house ages is complete. The draft map showing house/street side services will be presented to the Village. Follow up steps to complete inventory are under discussion. Additional building permits provided by the Village for review. The revised draft Lead Service Line inventory narrative was sent to the Village on April 28, 2022. Well 7 (Waterworks site): H2M is requesting Nassau County Department of Health approval to place the well back online. Wells 8 and 12 (Rockaway Avenue site): H2M re-ran performance testing for Well No. 12. Crews are preparing a final performance

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After the Village acquired the St. Paul’s building in 1993, it installed lights outside to illuminate the building at night. The effect is quite dramatic. I took the above photo in the late 1990’s during a light snowfall in the evening from the Middle School field. The building was still in decent shape in those days and of course no hideous fence around it. Recently, I drove by the building on my way home sometime after midnight. I was all alone on Stewart Avenue and so I pulled over and looked at the building all lit up on a clear starry night. Then it occurred to me that I’ve seen this before. In Rome, Italy and Athens, Greece their ancient ruins are illuminated at night with the same dramatic effect. This is what St. Paul’s has become - Garden City’s ancient ruin. It is from a forgotten time in the 19th Century and serves no purpose other than to stare at it at night. There may even be a gift shop on the grounds someday for sightseers selling t-shirts that read “I served on some St. Paul’s Committee and all

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I got was this lousy t-shirt” or mugs that read “St. Paul’s - I thought we were smarter than this.” Of course I’m being silly but this entire situation has become silly as the Village continues to put band-aids on a corpse. St. Paul’s is not St. Paul’s any more as the once grand building has deteriorated into a rotting shell. The amount of water that has entered the building over the last thirty years has been devastating. Storm after storm has poured rain and snow through a terribly compromised roof not to mention open and broken windows. It is a crime what has happened to St. Paul’s and I’ve written two extensive articles about that in the G.C. News on 11/5/2021 and 3/18/2022. Today I want to share with you a different perspective. I speak to various groups and organizations in and around Garden City. Recently I spoke to a group of twenty high school students about Garden City’s unique and fascinating history. At the end I asked them if Garden City’s future would be better than today. Not one

student thought so. I asked one girl, “Why?” and she said, “Just look at St. Paul’s - it has been like that my entire life - it’s gross.” Around the same time I spoke to a women’s organization of about fifty senior citizens. I asked them at the end of my talk if Garden City is better off today than it was twenty years ago. Not one person raised her hand. What are we to make of both young and old being disenchanted with the path Garden City is currently on? It’s deeper than just who are the current trustees and how they got there. Most people don’t care who they are. No, it has to do with a feeling, going back decades, that somehow Garden City was losing its way. I think St. Paul’s has a lot to do with that. We need to bring this sad chapter in Garden City’s history to a close. You have heard (and will continue to hear) endless “spin” about St. Paul’s. All I can tell you in life is that if you are smart you will only believe half of what you hear and if you are really smart you will know which half.

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and its Department of Public Works have a process and there are county engineers who have reports on each of those streets and their stretches in Garden City. “Sometimes if there is a small change suggested, as for example Trustee (Charles) Kelly has asked about the leftturn lanes for southbound on Cathedral Avenue, as I agree with him because there is just one turning arrow – sometimes the county will take a close look to add a turning arrow or an overhead sign. It depends what the scope is, and as Frank explained most of the accidents on most streets in the village are at the corners – but if there are other concerns people have, especially with any mid-block accidents, it would be a more involved process. We have engaged with Nassau County often but for the major scale roads like Cathedral, as they are reviewing the Creighton Manning report, and I guess the county will make a decision on any actions there,” he said. Village Administrator Ralph Suozzi said he was expecting some news from County DPW Commissioner Kenneth Arnold by the end of May.

Speed humps and bump outs

Looking into data with Creighton Manning’s report for the numbered streets, Trustee Kelly asked about impressions on speed humps – different elevations and grades than speed bumps – to help curb speeding on residential streets which have crosswalks. “Speed humps could assist us on streets where we have vulnerable crosswalks that do not have a lot of safety precautions built into them. One suggestion was for speed humps to go in on Fourth Street between Hilton and Franklin. Would the speed humps there help protect pedestrians using crosswalks?” he asked. Filiciotto clarified that Creighton Manning is not tying speed humps to any areas with mid-block crosswalks, like on Seventh Street. Instead the recommendation is for bump-outs. “With mid-block crosswalks like on Seventh, the people crossing would be helped by shortening the crossing distance by utilizing a bump-out – into the roadway – and not a speed hump. The bump-out is a method of moving the curb line into the roadway to shorten the crossing distance. On Fourth, between Franklin and Hilton, what’s recommended are the speed humps as a vertical element to help slow down traffic,” he explained. Kelly suggested that several crosswalks in Garden City are “not well-protected.” He said if one was installed on Fourth Street, the speed humps could help people along that street if it slowed down traffic. Deputy Mayor O’Brien cautioned,

as a recent member of the Traffic Commission, he understood from Commissioner Jackson that speed humps or bumps might cause some drivers to lose control of their cars “and end up in somebody’s yard.” Jackson noted, “if a reckless driver hits anything in the road it could cause some reactionary release, or actions once they hit an item in the road. Speed humps are generally longer so they can usually slow the cars down – with it being a longer move for the vehicles, in my opinion that makes it a less reactive roadway. And drivers would not see the speed bumps as fast as they see speed humps.” He added that Creighton Manning’s report contributed thoughts on placement of speed humps along the central section’s east/west roads. It also noted how residents along those streets would react to placement of a speed hump in front of their properties.

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Village Administrator Suozzi asked for Creighton Manning’s input on speed humps impacts for the snow plowing operations by the village’s Department of Public Works, as well as for first responders in the police and fire departments who are rushing to an emergency. Filiciotto said the major routes that would need to be considered more thoroughly would likely have a treatment called a “speed cushion” – the humps would be set at a distance to account for the width and wheelbase of emergency vehicles and trucks, and those large vehicles would not have to slow down with that atop the road. The speed cushions would be in areas on major routes for emergency vehicles and municipal DPW, and on roads adjacent to their respective stations. The speed humps would have about a three to four inch profile, and would be 12 feet long across the roadway. The consultants referenced studies including their impacts on different vehicle types. They advised that advanced warnings are recommended up to 20 feet ahead and after each speed hump, with adequate road signage 15 feet “upstream and downstream” from each hump to advise drivers that the speed hump is next. Creighton Manning said they have implemented them in several communities. “In Garden City and on the regular residential streets, emergency services might have to slow down slightly with a road that has speed humps – in this particular neighborhood humps are not proposed for Hilton, Cathedral and Franklin. Emergency services will move as quickly as needed on those. When getting into the residential (numbered) streets they would slow a little bit, but the humps are widely used and seen as positives outweighing the potential of slowing down a bit,” Filiciotto

told the board. The snow plow equipment will have a simple adjustment for speed humps, as Filiciotto said they are in areas all over the Northeast. Trustee Bruce Torino, who lives on Ninth Street in the Central section and has had his vehicle hit a few times as he slowed down to enter his driveway, wanted to know about data that Creighton Manning could provide to the village that would outline outcomes of safety protocols the Numbered Streets study advises. He wanted to know specifically about speeds and if the miles per hour would have a statistical reduction ahead, if measures are implemented. “I ask that because what we’re trying to do is artificially use a physical barrier to make a change to human nature. If I know my car can go up to 125 miles per hour, though I have never tried it, the law of unintended consequences

presents us with a problem. If you use a choker on a street that has 1.5 or 2 lanes in each direction, whoever is driving on the right is going to mount the choker unless they pull in. We’re only assuming that the traffic will be pulled to the middle of the street. I’ve been hit too many times, so I ask what is the right mix or what is the cost benefit to be able to utilize a calming protocol?” he asked. The consultants cited metrics from the Federal Highway Administration on the effectiveness of using speed humps to calm traffic for speed reduction. This was included in the Numbered Streets study as part of the “Expectations” section. Village Administrator Suozzi said when he was the mayor of Glen Cove, the speed humps were put on a road between his city and Sea Cliff, which had experienced speeding vehicles. “That has tremendously slowed down traffic,” he said.

GC resident’s organization to hold fundraiser in Hamptons From page 3 received a phone call that her mom’s best friend had recently passed away. “I was devastated at the time because she was like an aunt to me. When I received the news I was hellbent on moving back East to be with my family.” She returned to the east coast in 2018, and took a job working for the Hasbro Corp in Rhode Island, helping them to build their brand. She lived in the city of Newport for four months, working on initiatives such as global toy recycling and women working in factories well-being programs. She had to pivot once again, when she found out that her grandfather had cancer. She ended up moving back to Garden City and worked on obtaining her Masters degree remotely through John Hopkins University. While she was home, she got in contact with a former work colleague in Dallas, who was currently working with

the AHA. “I was chatting with a former Cowboys community partner, who now works at the American heart Association, and she recommended me for the role that I have now,” said Davies. In her new role as Director of Development, in which she started in March, Davies is hoping to promote the organization’s presence on the East-end of Long Island. “I oversee fundraising regionally for the AHA and I’m also responsible for direct national partnerships that will launching later this year.” The fundraising event in Sagaponak is entitled “A Return to the Hamptons.” The event will take place on Wednesday June 29th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Wine Stand at Wolffer Estate. To find out more details about the event and to purchase tickets you can visit the website, Hamptons HeartBall. heart.org.

GCMS girls’ science project headed to space station From page 1 “Kids have come up with experiments and ideas that have changed the world, so why not tap into the best source possible, while giving them the experience of a lifetime.” The students project was one of twenty experiments from across the

world to be chosen to be part of the SSEP (Student Spaceflights Experiments Program). It is part of their Mission 16 to the International Space Station in the fall. Lebenns added that when the project goes to space, the group will analyze what comes back and compare it with the control experiment.

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THIS WEEK AT ROTARY NC Comptroller Phillips to Speak for Rotary on Tuesday, June 14

The Mineola-Garden City Rotary Club will be honored to welcome as guest speaker Nassau County Comptroller Elaine Phillips at its lunch meeting on Tuesday, June 14, 12:15 p.m., at Calogero’s Italian Restaurant, 919 Franklin Avenue, Garden City. Following the first six months in her elected position as comptroller, Elaine Phillips is expected to report on matters that affect Nassau County’s financial health, and how working with the administration and legislature is helping to establish methods to overcome the County’s fiscal challenges. Voters had elected Elaine Phillips to be the first woman to serve as Nassau County comptroller in November of 2021. A former New York State senator and mayor of the Village of Flower Hill, she is known to be a trailblazer with a long and successful career in finance and public service. A focused leader, Comptroller Phillips is committed to ensuring that every hardearned tax dollar that comes from residents is spent properly and that the county gov-

ernment operates efficiently, ethically and with transparency. As comptroller, she sees herself as the independent protector of the tax payers and residents of Nassau County, maintaining Nassau’s budget and financial operations. Having been elected by the voters of New York’s 7th Senate District in 2016, Elaine Phillips championed lower taxes and voted to reject billions of dollars in tax increases. Her efforts resulted in record state aid for Long Island schools and additional funding for highways, local roads, libraries, fire companies, veterans and nonprofit groups As senator, she had authored seven laws — including historic domestic violence legislation that keeps guns away from known abusers — and helped inspire dozens more, including the landmark law to stop sexual harassment in the workplace, doubled tax credits for families with childcare expenses, and protect Nassau County homeowners from hidden property tax hikes. In Albany, Elaine Phillips had partnered with lawmakers on both sides of the political aisle to protect Long Island’s drinking water supply, improve transparency and

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It’s What’s Happening for Young Adults Through the Library Oceans of Possibilities Tweens and Teens Summer Reading Club:

Registration Begins Monday, June 13! Registration begins on Monday, June 13 at 10AM for the Tweens and Teens “Oceans of Possibilities” Summer Reading Club! This program is for tweens and teens entering Grades 6-12 in Fall 2022 only. Tweens and teens can register online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). Registrants can pick up their Summer Reading Club Bags in the Tweens and Teens Room while supplies last. Once you sign-up, you can submit raffle entries for each book you read at the Library or online through our website (www.gardencitypl.org).Tweens and teens who submit one raffle entry will have a chance to win one of this year’s raffle prizes. All books must be at the appropriate reading level and be read and reviewed between June 13 and August 1. Registration is ongoing until Friday, July 29. Raffle entries must be submitted no later than Monday, August 1. This year’s raffle prizes include: • Soft Serve Ice Cream Machine • $50 Amazon Gift Card • Seventh Street Gift Card Lunch Package worth $60 (3 $20 gift cards to Guac Shop, Burger Spot, and Pizzaria G) • Seventh Street Gift Card Dessert Package worth $60 (3 $20 gift cards to Dunkin, Starbucks, and TCBY) • Portable Bluetooth Speaker • Noise-Canceling Bluetooth Headphones • Plus a $50 Barnes and Noble gift card will be awarded to the tween or teen who reads the most books! The more books you read and the more reviews you enter, the more chances you have to win! Plus those who register for this year's Summer Reading Club will automatically be entered into our weekly Funko Pop Grab Bag Raffle! 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/.

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Get creative this summer by entering our Tweens and Teens Creative Arts Contest! There will be two categories for the Contest: Writing and Art. Tweens and teens entering Grades 6-12 in Fall 2022 can participate and submit to both categories. Multiple submissions are allowed. There will be a winner for each category. Each winner will receive a $50 Amazon Gift Card. Participants' work should relate to the "Oceans of Possibilities" theme. Submissions will begin being accepted in person at the Library beginning Monday, June 13. The deadline to submit is Wednesday,

July 27. Winners will be announced on Wednesday, August 3. Entries should be created between June 13-July 27. Each entry must include the Contest Submission Form, which can be picked up at the Library. We might share your artwork or writing on our Facebook or Instagram pages: • Facebook: www.facebook.com/ GCPLTweensTeens • Instagram: www.instagram.com/ GCPLTweensTeens 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/.

Oceans of Possibilities Summer Reading Kick-Off Spirit Week

Kick-off this year's Children’s, Tweens and Teens, and Adult Oceans of Possibilities Summer Reading Clubs by participating in our 2022 Summer Reading Kick-Off Spirit Week! Each day, staff and patrons alike will be encouraged to dress with a certain theme. The theme days are as follows: • Monday, June 13: Crazy Hat Monday - Wear your favorite and most extravagant hat! • Tuesday, June 14: Tropical Tuesday - Pretend you're headed to Hawaii and wear your sandals, sunglasses, and lei! • Wednesday, June 15: Red, White, and Blue Wednesday - Gear up for the Fourth of July by wearing Red, White, and Blue! • Thursday, June 16: Disney Thursday - Show off your favorite Disney fandom, whether it be Disney animation, Pixar, Star Wars, or Marvel! • Friday, June 17: Mismatch Friday - Wear as many mismatched colors and patterns as you can! Dress in your best to reflect each theme and visit the Library to celebrate the start of Summer Reading - and to sign-up for one of our Summer Reading Clubs, ranging from PreK up through Adult!

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

The next meeting of the Teen Advisory Board is Tuesday, June 7, 5PM-6PM. The meeting is for Tweens and Teens in Grades 6-12. Registration began Tuesday, May 31 online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org). Space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. 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.

Tree Ornaments for Community

Service: Fish 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 June ornaments will be fish, which will be used to decorate the Tweens and Teens Ornament Tree in July as part of the Summer Reading Club theme, Oceans of Possibilities. Registration begins Tuesday, June 14 at 10AM online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). Completed ornaments must be returned by June 23 to the Library. Registrants will be asked to pick up their ornaments at the Library in order to participate in this community service program. Volunteers must return three decorated ornaments and their set of paint pens in order to receive community service. Volunteers will receive two hours for every three ornaments they submit, at the discretion of the Tweens and Teens Department. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Bookmarks for Community Service

Earn community service by creating bookmarks for Garden City Public Library patrons! Each volunteer will receive 10 bookmarks to color, decorate, and write positive or library/book themed messages. These bookmarks will be placed in books throughout the Library in order to brighten the day of the patrons who check them out. Bookmarks will be placed in books in all three departments, including Children’s, Tweens and Teens, and Adult Reference. To participate, please register online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl. org). Volunteers can register once each week for six weeks as follows: Registration Week One: Monday, June 27 at 10AM to Friday, July 1 at 4PM. Registration Week Two: Monday, July 4 at 10AM to Friday, July 8 at 4PM Registration Week Three: Monday, July 11 at 10AM to Friday, July 15 at 4PM Registration Week Four: Monday, July 18 at 10AM to Friday, July 22 at 4PM Registration Week Five: Monday, July 25 at 10AM to Friday, July 29 at 4PM Registration Week Six: Monday, August 1 at 10AM to Friday, August 5 at 4PM Bookmarks should be returned no later than Wednesday, August 31. Registrants will be asked to pick up their bookmarks at the Library in order

to participate in this community service program. Volunteers must return 10 completed bookmarks in order to receive community service. Volunteers will receive 2 hours for every 10 bookmarks they submit, at the discretion of the Tweens and Teens Department. This program has been funded by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

GCPL Tweens and Teens Best Books 2022 Committee: Volunteers Needed!

The Tweens and Teens Department is 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 2022 Committee! Eligible books are those published between November 1, 2021 and December 6, 2022 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 this month and then write a 300-word review. Volunteers can also nominate a book not on our lists as long as it's published between November 1, 2021 and December 6, 2022 and the Library owns a physical copy in the Young Adult collection. Volunteers will earn community service 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 2022. 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-2022-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. See page 34

Join our new Adult Summer Reading Program at the Garden City Public Library. Garden City Public Library Adult Programming offers something for everyone! Learn how to use online Library services like Libby, Hoopla, and Flipster, join Librarians Kristen Sweeney and Laura Giunta for lively book chats, test your 80s and 90s trivia knowledge and more this spring.

Oceans of Possibilities Adult Summer Reading Club: Registration Begins Monday, June 13!

Registration begins on Monday, June 13, at 10 a.m. for the “Oceans of Possibilities” Summer Reading Club! Adults can register online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) or in person at the Garden City Public Library. The first 100 registrants will receive a book bag, bookmark, folder, and journal, which registrants can pick up at the Adult Reference Department while supplies last. Want to make sure you get a bag, bookmark, folder and journal? Then register to attend the program, Hidden Gems, A Title Swap Book Discussion, on June 8 at 7 p.m. to get early access to sign up for this year’s Summer Reading Club. Registration can also be done online via Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org) or in person at the Garden City Public Library. Once you sign-up, you can submit raffle entries for each book you read at the Library or online through our website (www.gardencitypl.org). Adults who submit one raffle entry will have a chance to win one of this year’s raffle prizes. The more books you read and the more reviews you enter, the more chances you have to win! Raffles prizes will be announced soon, so stay tuned by visiting our website (www. gardencitypl.org) or following us on Facebook at https://www.facebook. com/GardenCityPubLib. If you have any questions, email the Reference Department at https:// www.gardencitypl.org/speaking-ofbooks/.

Adult Summer Reading Club Early Access Event: Hidden Gems, A Title Swap Book Discussion

On Wednesday, June 8, at 7 p.m., join Librarians Kristen Sweeney and Laura Giunta for Hidden Gems, a Title Swap Book Discussion. Share what you've been reading recently and learn about the newest hits and old titles that you may have missed. Plus, get early access to sign-up for this year’s Adult Summer Reading Club program before official sign-up begins on Monday, June 13. Garden City Public Librarians will lead this dis-

cussion. Participants who don’t have a chance to read a book before the program are still encouraged to join to get book recommendations for future reads. Registration began May 23; space is limited, so check Eventkeeper for availability. Register online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) online or in person at the Garden City Public Library. Refreshments will be served. This program has been sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Learn How to Use Libby, Hoopla, and Flipster

Patrons can attend the program “Learn How to Use Libby, Hoopla, and Flipster” to learn how to use these library services to download ebooks, magazines, audiobooks, and more onto their device, whether it be a Kindle, iPad, laptop, smartphone, tablet, or other ereader. This program will be offered on Wednesday, June 15, at 2 p.m. Register beginning Tuesday, May 31, at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) or in person at the Garden City Public Library. When registering, please indicate the device you plan to use for ebooks and audiobooks. Registrants should bring their device fully charged, any password(s) associated with their devices, and library card with them to the program.

80s and 90s Trivia Night

Relive the 80s and the 90s during Trivia Night. The program will be held Wednesday, June 22 at 7 p.m. Play as a team or play solo. Registration is required and begins Monday, June 6 at 10 a.m. online via Eventkeeper (www.gardencitypl.org) or in person at the Garden City Public Library. Refreshments will be served. This program has been sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

New Beginnings: Singles Discussion/ Support Group with Marla Matthews

Find new friends and hope for a new beginning during the program “New Beginnings: Singles Discussion/ Support Group” on Thursday, June 23, at 7 p.m. The program will be facilitated by Marla Matthews, a social worker, life coach, and TV talk-show host. This will be a supportive, compassionate discussion for those that are widowed and divorced. No registration required, but seating is on a first come, first served basis. This program is for patrons ages 45 and older. Please visit the Library for more information on 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 (516-7428405) to learn more. There’s more great programs to come, so stay tuned!

Celebrate with Friends of the Library

The “Smorgus Band” will perform a smorgasbord of music at the Friends of the Library's General Meeting on Wednesday, June 15. The Friends of the Garden City Library is inviting its membership, as well as all of the library patrons, to join them at their Annual General Meeting. It will be held on the Lower Level of the GC Library in the Auditorium on Wednesday, June 15, promptly at 7:15 p.m. A very short meeting will take place to introduce the slate of officers nominated for the 2022–2023 year. They are: for President - Mary Maguire, Vice President - Rosemary Long, Secretary - Evelyn Fasano. Then, the evening will be turned over to the “Smorgas Band” who will set your fingers snapping and your feet a-tapping as they perform their very own special smorgasbord of music! They specialize in German, Scandinavian and Irish tunes. So,

get ready to polka as you snack on pretzels and nosh on bites of black forest cake! It is the Friends’ way of thanking you for all of the support you extend to them as they work tirelessly to provide programs for the children, young adults, and adults of the village as well as to provide the funding for the very much appreciated Museum Passes. This year, the Friends of the Library has much to celebrate as they were instrumental in the founding of the library 70 years ago this month. They are still, seven decades later, helping to ensure that the library continues to grow with the times by contributing $30,000 to the Library’s Children’s Room Renovation Project last month. During the past year, even with all the challenges that COVID presented, they were able to reinvent their fund raising calendar to include, in addition to their bi-annual full scale Book Sale in May and the continuous sales of books toward the rear of the library, five very successful Pop-Up Book Sales. So, please join the Friends in this joyous celebration. You have already paid the price of admission in your donation of books, your purchase of the books, and by your most generous response to the annual appeal that they send out in the mail each year for contributions.

Garden City Library Board to meet There will be a Regular Meeting of the Board of Library Trustees on Monday, June 13, at 7:30 p.m. at the Garden City Public Library in the small meeting room on the lower level. Further details about the meeting will be posted when available on the Library’s website www.gardencitypl.org.

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The Summer Gets Real at the Library!

We’re bringing back the summer fun! Below is the tentative schedule of what we’re planning for the Summer Reading Club. Registration begins on Monday, June 13, 2022, and is also the start of the Library’s “Spirit Week”. Registration will be on line with Eventkeeper (www. gardencitypl.org). Spirit week begins Monday, June 13 with “Wear a Crazy Hat Day”, Tuesday, June 14, is Tropical Tuesday. Wednesday is Red White & Blue Day; Thursday is Disney Character Day and Friday is Mismatch day. Come to the library to see what the librarians are wearing! Also, Friday, July 17, is the first Guessing Game winner announced!

Week of June 27, 2022

Monday, June 27, 11:30–12:15 p.m.: Third Grade Board Games Tuesday, June 28, 7:00–7:45 p.m.: Family Night Bubbles (Rain date August 2) Wednesday, June 29, 1:00–1:45 p.m.: Grades K–2 Crafts Wednesday, June 29, 2:15–3:00 p.m.: Grades 3-5 Crafts Thursday, June 30, 1:30–2:00 p.m.: Reading Pals - Tweens Reading to Toddlers Friday, July 1: Guessing Game #2 Winners Announced

Week of July 4, 2022

Monday, July 4: Independence Day - Library Closed Tuesday, July 5, 7:00–8:30 p.m.:

Family Night - Movie Wednesday, July 6, 11:30 a.m.– 12:15 p.m.: Yoga - Ages 2½–5 and Caregiver Wednesday, July 6, 12:30–1:15 p.m.: Yoga - Grades K–2 Wednesday, July 6, 1:30–2:15 p.m.: Yoga - Grades 3–5 Thursday,July7,11:30a.m.–12:15p.m.: A Time for Kids Thursday, July 7, 1:30–2:00 p.m.: Reading Pals - Tweens Reading to Toddlers Friday, July 8: Guessing Game #3 Winners Announced

Week of July 11, 2022

Monday, July 11, 1:00 p.m.–1:45 p.m.: Play Hooray Tuesday, July 12, 7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.: Family Night - Dress Like a Pirate with Craft Wednesday, July 13, 1:00–1:45 p.m.: Grades K–2 Crafts Wednesday, July 13, 2:15–3:00 p.m.: Grades 3–5 Crafts Thursday, July 14, 11:30 a.m.– 12:15 p.m.: A Time for Kids Thursday, July 14, 1:30–2:00 p.m.: Reading Pals - Tweens Reading to Toddlers Friday, July 15: Guessing Game #4 Winners Announced

Week of July 18, 2022

Monday, July 18, 1:00–1:45 p.m.: Play Hooray Tuesday, July 19, 7:00–8:00 p.m.: Family Night - Storytime Under the Stars

Wednesday, July 20, 1:00–1:45 p.m.: Crafts with Shirley Ruby (K–2) Wednesday, July 20, 2:15–3:00 p.m.: Crafts with Shirley Ruby (3–5) Thursday, July 21, 11:30 a.m.– 12:15 p.m.: A Time for Kids Thursday, July 21, 1:30–2:00 p.m.: Reading Pals - Tweens Reading to Toddlers Friday, July 22: Guessing Game #5 Winners Announced

Week of July 25, 2022

Monday, July 25, 10:00–10:30 a.m: Baby Jam (Birth to 2 Years Old) Monday, July 25, 1:00–1:45 p.m.: Play Hooray Tuesday, July 26, 7:00–8:00 p.m.: Create an Aquarium/Terrarium with Science Teach Chris Buchman Wednesday, July 27, 1:00–1:45 p.m.: Grades K–2 Crafts Wednesday, July 27, 2:15–3:00 p.m.: Grades 3–5 Crafts Thursday, July 28, 1:30–2:00 p.m.: Reading Pals - Tweens Reading to Toddlers Friday, July 29: Guessing Game #6 Winners Announced

Week of August 3

Wednesday, August 3: Summer Reading Club Grand Prize Give-Away

Summer Creative Arts Contests

We are also, once again, holding the Summer Creative Arts Contest for Grades 4 & 5. The theme this year is Oceans of Possibilities. Students entering 4th and 5th grades are invited to submit art and/or writing that reflect

this theme. All submissions should be created between June 13 and July 27, 2022. Multiple submissions are allowed. Entry forms are available in the Children’s room. Winners will be announced on Wednesday, August 3. There will be one winner for each category and each winner will receive a $25 Amazon Gift Card. All these programs, and of course the Summer Reading Club activities! We are looking forward to our annual activities, including the scavenger hunt in the Library, matching game and trivia questions. We would like to remind everyone that the more the children read, the better chance they have of winning the grand prizes! Also, don’t forget that pre-school children are also included in the fun. From ages 2 ½ to 5 (not yet in kindergarten), they have their own versions of activities and a chance to win a grand prize too! Get ready, the fun is about to start!

Girl Scout Gold Award Program

We would like to invite Children from K+ to attend a program on Saturday, June 25, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. presented by Girl Scout Kathryn Maloney from Troop 1357 as she presents her Gold Medal Award entitled “Doggie Do’s and Don’ts”. This informative program will educate children about the body language of dogs to increase their confidence and awareness around dogs. No registration is required. However, seating is limited and will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

It’s What’s Happening for Young Adults Through the Library From page 32 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-the-young-adult-tweens-teens-department/ .

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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.

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The Greater Nassau Chorus. The internationally acclaimed Greater Nassau Chorus will return to the Westermann Stage at Adelphi University Performing Arts Center (PAC) on Friday, June 10, at 8 p.m. The special concert celebrates the music of the human voice. The show will also be livestreamed for those unable to attend in person. The Greater Nassau Chorus will perform “Seasons,” their first live show in two years. “Seasons” represents the change that has prompted clarity in relationships. “Greater Nassau Chorus is honored to be part of the Adelphi University Performing Arts Center’s Spring 2022 season,” a representative of the Greater Nassau Chorus said. “Barbershop is a truly collaborative art, not just between the four parts of harmony on stage, but a unique synergy with the audience. There is nothing better than live music — it is raw energy that feeds the soul.”

Since their first year in 1959, Greater Nassau Chorus has evolved to be one of the premiere barbershop choruses in the New York/New Jersey region as well as the Sweet Adelines International organization. Under their esteemed director's guidance for almost 40 years, Harriette Walters has shaped the 50+ women on stage with the resonant sound and the level of artistry not to be missed. Tickets are $30, with discounts available for seniors as well as Adelphi students, alumni and employees. Livestream access is $15. For more information, call the Lucia and Steven N. Fischer Box Office at 516-877-4000 or email boxoffice@ adelphi.edu. The box office is open Tuesday through Friday from 1 to 6 p.m. and also two hours before most scheduled performances. Ticket sales, livestreaming details and additional information are available online.

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THE VIEW FROM HERE

Uvalde & The Political Scene BY BOB MORGAN, JR. Unfortunately, I feel compelled to start the column this week with a few words about the tragic massacre of 22 people in Uvalde, Texas last week. I have written about prior mass killings and, sadly, I’m not sure I have very much new to say. The slaughter of innocent people, particularly children, is horrific and a blot on our society. Yes, I understand the frustration of people who say that it isn’t enough for politicians to simply ask for prayers for victims, but this one is a difficult and complex issue. I don’t own a gun and really have never had a desire to do so. But like it or not, and even absent the current court interpretation of the Second Amendment, we are not going to ban all or most guns in a country where one third of households own a firearm and where there are about 400 million guns in circulation. People believe that they need guns for hunting but also to protect their families and also believe that guns are a symbol of liberty and personal freedom. As a practical matter, government isn’t going to go house to house to confiscate weapons, which is plainly unconstitutional, and indeed no important leader is proposing this. Notably, President Biden’s press secretary stated this week that he does not support a much less sweeping measure, a ban on the sale of all handguns. Even the relatively moderate approach of banning assault weapons, a measure that was in effect from 1994 to 2004, had little effect in reducing mass killings. None of this is to say that there isn’t anything that can be done, even in the current polarized political environment, to at least lower the number of mass murders and the carnage associated with these attacks. The security around schools and other public buildings needs to be beefed up, with at least one armed officer present in each facility and doors secured most of the day. Police need to reassess their strategies in responding to armed attacks and can’t be standing around outside a crime scene for extended

periods. Background checks and red light laws need to be strengthened; the repeated misconduct and bizarre actions of the Uvalde shooter made it manifestly clear that he should not have been anywhere near a firearm. Since that’s all I really have on Uvalde, let’s turn to a bit of a shift in the overall picture for Republicans as they choose candidates for office in the 2022 midterm elections and look to a potential nominee for President in 2024. Obviously, the big GOP story line is the degree to which former President Donald Trump’s influence remains decisive in the party. Mr. Trump has already achieved a number of important victories, including the nomination of his endorsed J.D. Vance in the Ohio senatorial primary and the victory of Doug Mastriano as the Republican gubernatorial candidate in Pennsylvania. Mr. Trump’s primary choice for the Senate in Pennsylvania, Dr. Mehemet Oz, remains locked in a tight recount. But things were different in Georgia, a state where Mr. Trump claims he was cheated out of the state’s electors because of alleged inaction of GOP officials. Mr. Trump targeted Governor Brian Kemp, who was opposed by a former senator, David Purdue. Mr. Trump also opposed the Georgia secretary of state, Brad Raffensberger. At least in Georgia, Mr. Trump’s endorsement did not mean much, as Governor Kemp breezed to victory with over 70 percent of the primary vote and Mr. Raffensberger avoided a recount by winning a majority of the vote. While the primary season continues, the Georgia result could be significant in two ways. First, it certainly indicates that a large segment of the GOP electorate is not willing to accept Mr. Trump’s views without question. Second, it may indicate a greater desire of Republican voters to look forward to 2022 and 2024 rather than rehash the 2020 election. This may be a good thing for both party and country.

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The Welcoming Club of Garden City Upcoming Events A Night at the Races

Join us TONIGHT for “A Night at the Races” couples event at Stewart Manor Country Club! This event is open to non-members, so invite your friends and sign up now. Tickets are still available! Come dressed in your summer’s best and enjoy a night out with dinner, dancing, lawn games, live music, open bar, and more! Reach out to GCFirstVP@ gmail.com to sign up. It’s not too late!

Book Club

Join us at our next Book Club meeting next Thursday, 6/9, for an enlightening discussion around “The Midnight Library” by Matt Haig. RSVP to Alicia at WelcomingClubBookClub@gmail. com to part of the conversation.

Mark Your Calendar

• A Night at the Races Couples Event, TONIGHT, 7–11 p.m. - Tickets available for purchase up until the event begins! RSVP to GCFirstVP@ gmail.com. • Book Club, “The Midnight Library” by Matt Haig, Thurs. 6/9 - RSVP to Alicia at WelcomingClubBookClub@gmail.com.

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Join A Group Book Club

Enjoy a good book amongst friends. The Book Club meets every 6 weeks to discuss the page-turner of choice. For upcoming book club events, please email WelcomingClubBookClub@ gmail.com.

Craft Club

The Craft Club is a great way to meet with friends and get crafty. No experience necessary. We meet every

few months to create a seasonal craft. If you are interested in joining, please email GCCraftClub@gmail.com.

Supper Club

Bring your significant others out for this one! This is a great way to make new friends as a couple. You will be paired up with 3–4 other couples to set up a rotation of dinner events. Host your new friends at home or head out to try local restaurants. Please email GCSupper@gmail.com for more information.

Bowling Club

No experience necessary! We are looking for new faces to join our Wednesday league. Occasional pacers are welcome. Anyone interested, please contact Ellen (Diller05@aol.com) Carol (santa060@yahoo.com) or Liz (mcdea@ aol.com).

Bunco

This simple dice game is usually played in a group of 12. It is a great way to meet people and make new friends. The game is easy to learn and fun to play. If you are interested, please contact WelcomingClubBunco@gmail.com.

Toddler Activities

A great way for you and your little ones to make new friends. Activities include stroller walks each week around our beautiful village and a visit to the park. We also set up playgroups with kids of similar age. Please email welcomingclubtoddleractivities@gmail. com for more information. Come join the fun and make a difference! We invite you to join the club! For just $50 a year, you will have access to lots of great events and many fun members-only clubs and events. Complete the easy online membership form today at www.thegardencitywelcomingclub. org in the “Join” section of the website. While you are there, browse the site for lots of great information about the club.

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Let’s Play Bingo!

Erin Fleischmann of Douglas Elliman Real Estate will visit the Senior Center on Wednesday, June 8, at 11:15 a.m. to play Bingo! Erin will bring prizes from local businesses as well as fun! Come in and enjoy the games!

The Community Garden is Open This Year

Recreation and Parks is happy to announce that our Community Garden will be open to plant this year. Residents wishing to obtain a plot should call our office at 465-4075. Participants are responsible for the needs of their plot including planting, weeding, and harvesting. Space is limited and will be given out on a first come, first served basis.

Tai Chi Class for Seniors Offered at Senior Center

Please join us on Tuesdays beginning on May 10 for a free six-week Tai Chi class. This session will be open to seniors who are residents of the Village of Garden City. The class will take place at the Senior Center at 10:00, and is being offered by John Nesbitt, Village resident and regular Senior Center participant. John studies mixed martial arts, and is eager to share what he has learned with us. Tai Chi can be used to decrease stress and anxiety, while also enhancing your ability to sleep. Other benefits of this mind-body practice include, developing better balance, reducing chronic pain and increasing cognition and mood! No registration necessary.

Chess Group Interest

Several seniors have expressed interest in forming a chess group that would meet one day a week at the Senior Center. If this would be of interest to you, please call the Senior Center at 385-8006

to let them know.

“Open Studio” for Seniors on Tuesdays

Recreation and Parks has set some time aside for senior artists who are residents of Garden City to gather together to socialize and share your talents. The Senior Center will be open for this on Tuesdays from 2 to 4:15 p.m. Bring your own supplies, table covering, table easel (only) and enjoy sharing with other interested seniors. Please note - You are responsible for cleaning up your area when you are finished.

Pickleball in St. Paul’s Fieldhouse

Pickleball is now open in St. Paul’s Fieldhouse to Garden City resident adults. The sessions will be as follows: Tuesday through Friday – 9:30 to 11 a.m. OR 11 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. Play is drop in and rotate in on a first come, first served basis for Garden City residents only, no non-residents will be allowed at this time. The fee is $6 per person, payable per session by check or credit card only, no cash will be accepted. A resident may also purchase a five time pass for $25 or a ten time pass for $50. These passes may be purchased either at the door or at the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue.

Senior Exercise with Felicia

Come join us for Senior Exercise with Felicia at the Garden City Senior Center! Classes will take place on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 10 a.m. In order to attend a class you must pre-register. You may pre-register up to two days before the class you want to attend by calling the Senior Center between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. at 385-8006. For a Monday class, you may call the Friday before. Space is limited.

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Email: Editor@GCNews.com From page 2 tos fireproofing material in Ellis Hall and lesser amounts of asbestos in the main building and Cluett gym. This asbestos will need to be removed or encapsulated before any use may be made of these buildings.” A summary of the actual report pertaining to St. Paul’s structure is as follows: “TT describes several conditions with structural integrity was observed to be compromised, due to building envelope fractures, and will require immediate repair to ensure the ongoing stability of the building. The conditions noted in this report are based on what could be visually observed during multiple site visits in August, October, and November 2018 and most recently on May 31, 2019. Please note, that this evaluation is not representative of the full structural frame conditions assessment as much of the base of the building structure is not accessible or exposed at this time. As more of the existing structure is uncovered during subsequent phases of future renovation/construction, there will likely be more structural conditions that require remediation.” This environmental report also stated that the St. Paul’s property contains two underground fuel oil tanks registered at the Nassau County Health

Department as facility #52067 for which permits are required for continued maintenance and exemption from removal. According to the health department an existing 10,000-gallon fuel oil tank was tested in July 1990 and passed the tightness test and a oneyear extension was granted, the tank should have been removed on August 1, 1991. The 2000-gallon underground tank was tested in June 1990 and passed the tightness test. This tank should have been retested in 1991. This tank was required to be removed in 1999, based on age. When I asked about the status of these tanks no one was able to give me their status as to whether these tanks were removed and if they still remain underground or if the oil was seeping out and contaminating the soil under the building. The topic of demolition of St. Paul’s came up during the Thursday night’s meeting of the St. Paul’s subcommittees, which seemed to be a taboo topic of discussion. It was stated by some participants that if the building were to be ever taken down it would leave nothing more than an unsightly crater in the middle of Garden City. Well, back in May 2009, a Draft Environmental Impact Statement was proposed for the purpose of the demolition of St. Paul’s to

provide for additional open space. The study was as follows: “The demolition is anticipated to occur in five phases. In phase 1, any historic elements of the building identified as required to be preserved during preparation for the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) and Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS), will be removed and properly preserved. In phases 2 and 3 (order to be determined), all asbestos-containing materials, lead paint, petroleum products, and all hazardous materials will be dealt with appropriately, in accordance with all federal, state, and county regulations and guidelines. Also in phases 2 and 3, all nonstructural recyclable materials will be removed and transported to recycling facilities. In phase 4, the building structures themselves will be demolished. Additional recyclable materials will be salvaged as warranted, and the remaining debris will be removed to an approved construction and demolition debris disposal facility. Finally, in phase 5, the site will be appropriately graded, restored, and landscaped for its intended use as open space.” It is my hope and intention that the above provides some insight and clarity as to the disposition of St. Paul’s. Bob Orosz

Longer commutes

To the Editor: In six months, with the initiation of LIRR East Side Access service to Grand Central Terminal, the LIRR is supposed to suspend direct thru service between Jamaica and Atlantic Terminal, Brooklyn. Travel time for thousands of LIRR riders bound for downtown Brooklyn, Wall Street, World Financial Center, World Trade Center or other destinations in downtown Manhattan via Atlantic Terminal Brooklyn will now have longer commutes. What was the outcome for previous LIRR President Phil Eng’s feasibility study concerning the possible preservation of some direct service between Jamaica and Atlantic Terminal Brooklyn after December 2022? Is Acting LIRR President Catherine Renaldi aware of this commitment? Will this study be made public before the LIRR releases a new service plan to coincide with service to Grand Central Terminal? .Thousands of riders whose trains originated to or from Brooklyn and once had a one seat ride will lose this benefit. Larry Penner

THE MAYOR’S UPDATE cveneziale@gardencityny.net From page 27 with other Village officials, met with the VIllage’s LIRR government liaisons and the project manager on Tuesday, May 31 to discuss, among other things, preservation aspects of the plan.

2021 Drinking Water Quality Report

The Village of Garden City is pleased to present to you the 2021 Water Quality Report. The report is required to be delivered to all residents of our Village in compliance with Federal and State regulations and is designed to inform you about the quality water and services we deliver to you on a daily basis. It is important to the Village that our residents are familiar with the efforts that are taken to protect our water resources and to continually improve the water treatment process. Our goal is to deliver the highest quality water to your home. To read the report in full, please visit the Village website, www.gardencityny.net, and click on Departments, Water and Sewer.

Tree Planting Program

The tree planting program officially began Monday, May 23 as our contractor, under the direction of the Garden City Parks crews, began planting approximately 179 trees throughout

the Village. That’s approximately 50 trees a day for approximately four days. The trees all have a one year warranty, and while the contractor is going to do one watering of the trees, we ask our residents to help out by getting some additional water on the trees, especially for the first 10 – 14 days. Although it’s too late for residents to request a tree be planted in front of their house for the spring, the Recreation and Parks office is accepting requests for the fall. Almost 200 residents have made requests for the spring. According to Paul Blake, chairperson of the Board of Commissioners of Cultural and Recreational Affairs, the Department typically plants 8-10 varieties of trees. Residents can call the Recreation and Parks office at 516-4654075 to request a tree planting.

Community Garden is Open

Recreation and Parks’ Community Garden is open for planting this year. Residents wishing to obtain a plot should call 465-4075. Participants are responsible for the needs of their plot, including planting, weeding and harvesting. Space is limited and will be given out on a first come, first served basis.

Buckle Up NY Enforcement Initiative

The Garden City Police Department is participating in the Statewide BuckleUp New York enforcement initiative through June 5th. The enforcement of seat belt and child restraint laws saves lives. During this initiative, highly visible patrols and checkpoints are being conducted throughout the Village, targeting non-compliance to occupant restraint laws including child safety seat laws. The goal of Garden City Police Department’s Occupant Restraint Enforcement Program is to reduce personal injuries and fatalities due to automobile crashes through education and enforcement. Studies have shown that wearing a seatbelt can reduce the risk of fatal injury by 45 percent and the risk of serious physical injury by 50 percent. According to the New York Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC), statistics show unrestrained or improperly restrained occupants account for 37 percent of highway deaths in New York. Commissioner Kenneth Jackson said the Department’s participation in this effort was made possible through funding received from the GTSC, with assistance from the New York State Association of Chiefs of Police and the Nassau County Traffic Safety Board. The following is a brief overview from the Governor’s Traffic Safety

Committee regarding seatbelt/occupant laws for driving with passengers under the age of 16: • All vehicle occupants must wear proper safety restraints. The driver is responsible for all passengers under age 16. • All children under 4 years old must be restrained in a federally approved child safety seat. • Children ages 4, 5, 6 and 7 must be properly restrained in an appropriate child restraint system. • Effective November 1, 2019, children under two years of age must be placed in a rear-facing child seat. • Backseat passengers in a taxi or livery who are 16 years of age or older must be restrained by a seat belt. • All passengers in a taxi or livery who are 8-15 years of age must be restrained by a seat belt. • Due to the efforts of Law Enforcement, seat belt compliance rates are at 94 percent in New York State. The national compliance rate is 91 percent. • Drivers will be assessed three points against their driver’s license for the conviction of occupant restraint laws regarding child passengers under 16 years of age.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

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NOTICE OF FORMATION Manhattan Breaks LLC Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 3/14/2022. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to; 166 Oceanview Rd East Rockaway NY 115181021. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. GC 1301 6X 04/29, 05/06,13,20,27,06/03

NOTICE OF FORMATION Top Cheddar Media LLC Notice of formation of Top Cheddar Media LLC, a domestic LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 1/13/2022. Office location: Nassau County. Registered Agents Inc., 90 State Street, Suite 700, Office 40, Albany, NY 12207 is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. GC 1302 6X 04/29, 05/06,13,20,27,06/03 NOTICE OF FORMATION My Personal Wellness Advocate LLC. Arts of Org filed NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 10/20/2021. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 2417 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 510 Garden City Park, NY 11040. Notice of Formation of My Personal Wellness Advocate LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity. GC 1305 6X 05/06,13,20,27,06/03,10 NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court of the State of New York County of Nassau U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR LSRMF MH MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST II, Plaintiff against ANDREA DEAN, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Fein Such & Crane, LLP, 1400 Old Country Road, Suite 103N, Westbury, NY 11590 Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered December 10, 2019, and Amended on December 22, 2021 I will sell at public auc-

L E G A L tion to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on June 21, 2022 at 2:30 PM. Premises known as 1023 Smith Street, Uniondale, NY 11553. Sec 50 Block 372 Lot 76. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Uniondale, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $615,821.96 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 012455/2011. The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.” Rita Kohn Solomon, Esq., Referee AYSJN072 GC 1315 4X 05/20,27,06/03,10 NOTICE OF FORMATION T Temple Family Health NP PLLC Articles of Organization filed with the secretary of state of New York SSNY on 4/19/20022. Office located in Nassau, SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY show mail copy of any process served against the LLC to 70 E. Sunrise Highway, Suite 500 Valley Stream, NY 11581. GC 1319 6X 05/27,06/03,10,17,24,07/01 NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Pursuant to the provisions of the General Municipal Law and Chapter 200 of the Code of the Incorporated Village of Garden City, New York notice is hereby given that the Board of Appeals of said Village will meet in the Village Hall at 351 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, New York on Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at 6:30 p.m., to take action on the following matters: 1.

APPEAL OF AHRC,

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for a variance from the provisions of Section 200-15 of the Village Code, to allow for the issue of a building permit to erect; a 238 sq. ft. handicap ramp at the rear of the premises known as 160 JACKSON STREET (Map of Park Manor, Block 26, Lot 190, R-6 district), the granting of which would: A. reduce the (15.00’) required rear yard, to no less than (12.75’). Building Department application # 2022-11405, Fusion Architecture. Adjourned at the May 17, 2022 meeting. 2. APPEAL OF 3055 DECATUR LLC/2270 U LLC, for a variance of the provisions of Sections 200-8, 200-15, 20048 and 200-62, of the Village Code, so as to permit a (282) sq. ft. one story rear addition, with (40) sq. ft. covered entry, and the maintenance of (1,200) sq. ft. basement use, at the existing restaurant ‘Walk Street’; the commercial premises known as, 176 SEVENTH STREET (Map of Garden City Central, Block 6, Lot 18, C-2 District) the construction of which would: A. increase the existing FAR of (1.16), to no less than (1.26), where (0.75) is allowed, (an 8.6% increase over current FAR, and 68% greater than currently permissible) B. reduce the required rear yard setbacks; when abutting a municipal parking lot of no less than (15.0’) feet, and the schedule or regulations setback of (10.0’) feet, to no less than (6.0’) feetBuilding Department application # 2022-10202. *Note a continuous restaurant use since 1977. 3. APPEAL OF MR. & MRS. PATRICK MOYLAN, for a variance of the provisions of Section 200-15 & 200-31 of the Village Code, to allow the issuance of building permits for the erection of an (663) sq. ft. second floor addition with a (152) sq. ft. porch, in the two fronts, at the corner dwelling known as 29 PRESCOTT STREET (Map of Mineola Plaza, Block 6, Lots 31, R-6 district), the granting of which would: A. cause the allowable building area of (1,500) sq. ft., be exceeded by (31.0) sq. ft. (1,532 sq. ft. or 25.6%) B. reduce the required front yard setback of (25.0’), to no less than (19.2’) for the porch, and no less than (17.2’) for the

step. Building Department application # 2022-11520, Robert Vincent Keyloun, R.A.

Garden City Central, Block 20, Lot MW1, R-20 district). Application # 2022-11539, Vladimir Constant, P.E.

4. APPLICATION & APPEAL OF ANTONIO URIA as per the provisions of Sections 200-45 and 200-70, and a variance from section 200-52 of the Village Code, to allow for the issue of a building permit to construct and maintain a 16’ x 32’ in-ground swimming pool with a 6’ fence, in the rear yard of the premises known as 78 OXFORD BOULEVARD (Map of Garden City Estates, Block 58, Lot 28, R-12 district), the granting of which would: A. cause an accessory structure (fence) to be as close as (54.66’) to front plot line, where (60.0’) is required. Building Department application # 2022-11503, Elizabeth Bibla, L.A.

7. APPEAL OF BRETT MUNEY & CRISTA MERENDINO for a variance of the provisions of Section 200-15, 200-46 and 200-52, of the Village Code, to allow for the issue of a building permit to erect; a (853) sq. ft. two story rear addition, and the installation of (3) A/C compressors in the side yard (demolish 443 sq. ft. one story rear addition), at the dwelling known as 173 GARDEN STREET (Map of Garden City Lawns, Block 15, Lots 52, R-6 district), the granting of which would: A. on a (7,584) sq. ft. plot, cause the allowable building area of (1,896) sq. ft. or 25.0%, be exceeded by (153) sq. ft. (2,059 sq. ft. or 27.24%) ~ B. reduce the required minimum side yard of (8.0’), to no less than (6.75’) ~ C. reduce the required aggregate side yard of (18.0’), to no less than (15.33’) ~ D. reduce the required setback for freestanding equipment of (10.0’), reduced to no less than (6.9’). Building Department application # 2022-11370, Vladimir Constant, P.E.

5. APPLICATION & APPEAL OF MELISSA LONDONO as per the provisions of Sections 200-45 and 200-70, and a variance of provisions of section 200-52, of the Village Code, granting authorization for issuance of permits, to construct and maintain a 12’ x 30’ in-ground swimming pool with automatic cover, enclosed by a 6’ high Estate fence and gates, in the rear yard of the corner premises known as 49 MEADOW STREET (Map of Garden City East, Block 120, Lot 1, R-12 district), the granting of which would: A. reduce the (50.0’) required accessory setback from Meadow Street, to no less than (33.75’), for (49.25’) of proposed fencing and gate, and (37.5’) to pool equipment. B. reduce the (60.0’) required accessory setback from Washington Avenue, to no less than (51.5’), for (27.0’) of proposed fencing and gate. Building Department Application # 2022-11538, Damon Mark Scott, RLA. 6. APPLICATION OF GALWAY HOLDINGS LLC c/o MICHAEL MURPHY, as per the provisions of Sections 200-45 and 200-70, of the Village Code, allowing for issuance of building permits, to construct and maintain, a 20’ x 40’ in-ground swimming pool with 8’ x 8’ Spa portion, and 6’ fence, in the rear yard of the premises known as 9 CARTERET PLACE (Map of

8. APPEAL OF MR. & MRS. JOHN WOLF for a variance from provisions of Section 200-52 of the Village Code, allowing for the issue of a permits to replace and maintain (2) A/C compressors, in the side yard of the dwelling known as 141 EUSTON RD (Map of Garden City Estates, Block 32, lot 25, R-8 district), the granting of which would: A. reduce the (50.0’) required setback for accessory structures, to no less than (29.9’). Building Department application # 2022-11552. 9. APPEAL OF PATRICK & KATHLEEN McHUGH for a variance of the provisions of Section 200-31 of the Village Code, to allow for the issue of a building permit, for the erection of a (46.0) sq. ft. first floor addition and (30.0) sq. ft. portico, in the Hampton Road front of the corner dwelling known as, 141 STRATFORD AVENUE (Map of Garden City Estates, Block 91, Lots 57, R-12 district), the

granting of which would: A. cause a horizontal extension of the existing (24.9’) front setback, while reducing said setback to no less than (20.9’) with respect to the portico, where (30.0’) is required. Building Department application # 2022-11568, H. Bradford Gustavson, R.A. 10. APPEAL OF ERIC & KATIE SOUTHARD for a variance of the provisions of Section 200-31 of the Village Code, to allow for the issue of a building permit, for the erection of a 52 sq. ft. front portico, at the dwelling known as, 147 OXFORD BOULEVARD (Map of Garden City Estates, Block 91, Lots 6, R-12 district), the granting of which would: A. reduce the required front yard setback of (50.0’), to no less than (46.0’) for the portico. Building Department application # 2022-11569, H. Bradford Gustavson, R.A. 11. APPEAL OF MICHAEL & NICOLE ROMANO for a variance of the provisions of Section 200-15 and 200-52 of the Village Code, to permit the construction of a (104) sq. ft. one story addition, with (97) sq. ft. open porch and (31) sq. ft. portico at the front, and the installation of a 22kw generator in the side yard, at the dwelling known as 14 HUDSON ROAD (Map of Nassau Havens, Block F, Lots 40, R-6 district) the granting of which would: A. cause the allowable building area of (25.0% or 1,750 sq. ft.), be exceeded by (253) sq. ft. (2,003 sq. ft. or 28.6%). B. cause a generator to be as close as (6.3)’ to a plot line, where (10.0)’ is required, C. reduce the required front setback for accessory structures (generator) of (50.0’), be reduced to no less than (48.0)’. Building Department application # 2022-11775, Jared Mandel, R.A. 12. APPLICATION & APPEAL OF MR. & MRS. ALBERT ZAFONTE in accordance with the provisions of Sections 200-45 and 200-70, and a variance from section 200-52 of the Village Code, for issuance of permits, to construct and maintain, a 15’ x 29’ in-ground swimming pool, and 6’ high fencing, in the rear of the plot, abutted on all

N O T I C E S sides by 3 streets known as 29 CLAYDON ROAD (Map of Country Life Development, Block L, Lot 120, R-6 district), the granting of which would; A. cause (412’) feet of (6.0’) high fencing, be as close as (0.0’) to the Claydon Road and Transverse Road boundaries, where (15.0’) is required. Building Department application # 2022-11556, Landscape Associates. 13. APPEAL OF GARDEN CITY 58 SECOND STREET LLC. in accordance with the provisions of 200-86, and a variance of the provisions of section 200-75, of the Village Code, for the maintenance and expansion of a prior non-conforming (575) sq. ft. (2) story accessory structure, and the erection of a (432) sq. ft. one story 2 car garage portion, in the rear yard (while erecting a 5,470 sq. ft. two story dwelling, with a 104 sq. ft. front porch, an 810 sq. ft. side porte cochere, a 323 sq. ft. covered rear porch, and 2,810 sq. ft. finished basement), at the plot known as 58 SECOND STREET (Map of Garden City Central, block 28, lot 4, R-20 District). Building Department application #2022-11981. END OF CASES -----------------------------------------------The Board may transact any other business that may properly come before the meeting. DATED: June 1, 2022 Karen Altman Village Clerk Garden City, New York 11530 The Incorporated Village of Garden City does not discriminate on the basis of disability for admission to, access to, or participation in its programs, activities or public meetings, and has designated Karen M. Altman, Village Clerk, as Disability Compliance Coordinator. Persons with a disability who wish to attend a meeting should contact Karen M. Altman at least 24 hours in advance of meeting at: 351 Stewart Avenue Garden City, New York 11530 (516) 465-4051 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. NEXT MEETING: JULY 19, 2022 GC 1321 1X 06/01

IN MEMORIAM Edward B. Docherty

Edward B. Docherty passed peacefully, at the age of 73, on Friday, May 27, 2022 with his loving family by his side. He is survived by his beautiful, beloved wife, Doreen, and his three adored children, Joy, James, and Jill. Ed was born on September 4, 1948 and raised in Garden City. He continued his adult life here after graduating from Lafyette College, where he was a member of the ROTC. He started his real estate career at New York Life Insurance Company and retired as a commercial broker at Signature Bank. His thirst for knowledge was insatiable, and loved lively conversation with other erudite characters. While his own smile and laughter was infectious, he was most elated when the people around him joined him in good spirits. Above all else, Ed was a devoted family man who cherished his time with those he loved most. He treasured traveling with his wife and children, especially to Colorado and the Cayman Islands, where he shared his passion for skiing and SCUBA diving with

Edward B. Docherty his family. They will miss his daily affirmation of “You’re the best.” “I'm just about a moonlight mile on down the road.” Viewings were held at Fairchild Sons Funeral Home

at 1201 Franklin Avenue, Garden City on Tuesday, May 31. The funeral services took place at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church in Garden City followed by internment at All Faiths Cemetery.

THE OFFICE CAT From page 26 arrested a 42-year-old motorist on Clinton Road for driving with a revoked license due to a prior DWI, a suspended license, and for not securing two children in proper occupant restraint devices. Suspended license A motorist on Stewart Avenue was charged with driving with a suspended license and excessive speed on May 29th. DWI arrest On May 30th Garden City Police arrested a 27-year-old motorist on Old Country Road for DWI, excessive speed, passing a red traffic light, and an altered/loud exhaust system. Vehicle stolen, found On May 30th a vehicle was reported stolen from Kenwood Road and later located in Newark. Sparking power lines On May 30th GCPD and

GCFD responded to Pell Terrace for sparking power lines. PSEG was notified to respond. Arrest for grand larceny On May 31st Garden City Police responded to a 7th Street bank where a man allegedly attempted to obtain a debit card by using a forged license. The subject, age 59, was arrested for possession of a forged instrument. Upon further investigation, the man was charged with two additional counts of possession of a forged instrument and grand larceny after police say they determined he used forged documents at another branch to obtain a fraudulent debit card which was later used to make purchases totaling $12,000. Police say he was also wanted on a New York State Parole Warrant. Car fire Officers assisted Firefighters who extinguished a car fire at a Stewart Avenue residence on May 31st. Brush fire

GCFD and GCPD responded to Rockaway Avenue on May 31st for a brush fire caused by a fallen power line. The area was safeguarded as firefighters extinguished the fire. The incident resulted in area power outages and traffic light malfunctions. PSEG responded to the scene and corrected the condition. Welding fire GCFD and GCPD responded to a fire at the 555 Stewart Avenue construction site on May 31st. Upon extinguishing of the fire, firefighters determined that installation boards were accidentally set on fire by a welder. Fire Marshals issued two appearance tickets to the construction company for violations of the Nassau County Fire Prevention Code. Hit and run A silver sedan left the scene after striking and damaging a vehicle parked on the Adelphi University campus on May 31st.

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IN MEMORIAM

Eugene F. McElroy

Eugene F. McElroy 07/02/1942 – 05/27/2022

Gene McElroy of Garden City and Southampton passed away peacefully surrounded by his wife and children on May 27th, 2022, at the age of 79 in Manhasset, after a courageous battle with heart disease and leukemia. He was born in Astoria on July 2, 1942, and was raised in Woodside with many of his first cousins and closest friends. The son of Irish immigrants, Patrick Joseph McElroy from County Monaghan and Margaret (Delaney) McElroy from County Mayo, Gene was the youngest of four siblings - Joseph (Joe), Margaret (Peggy) and Patrick (Buddy). Gene was a 1956 graduate of St. Sebastian School in Woodside, and a 1960 graduate of St. John’s Prep in Brooklyn. Gene earned All New York City football honors and went on to Hofstra University to play football and pursue his undergraduate degree - graduating in 1964. He began his career in sales, but ultimately found his calling in life by joining the United States Drug Enforcement Administration

IN MEMORIAM

as a Special Agent where he served with pride. He made a big impact by working on many high-profile cases, gained the admiration of his fellow agents, and met many great friends. After retiring from the D.E.A., he attended Law School at Hofstra University and graduated in 1987. This commenced his second career as an attorney where he joined the Nassau County District Attorney’s office serving as an Assistant District Attorney for five years. After leaving the D.A.’s office he started his own law firm with his daughter Kristen where he fulfilled his dream to “be your own boss”. In parallel, he was employed by the National Football League as a legal and security representative where he worked for the New York Jets for 13 years. He worked as an adjunct professor at Long Island University, C. W. Post teaching Criminal Law. He enjoyed playing golf, spending time in North Sea Beach Colony with friends and family, and being a coach and spectator for his children’s and grandchildren’s games. He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Catherine (Ormiston) McElroy, and his four children Patrick (Kerri Ann) McElroy, Keri (Billy) Reilly, Jeanne Marie (Scott) Buccellato and Kristen (Matt) Prybylski. He is also survived by his thirteen grandchildren who brought tremendous joy to his life - Katie, Patrick, Maggie, Colleen, Brendan, Kellin, Ryan, Kasey, Timmy, Brynn, Daly, Kevin and Will, as well as his sister-in-law Patricia (Ormiston) Schumann and brothers-inlaw Bob Schumann and Gary Cavanagh. He is predeceased by sisters-in-law Fran McElroy and Inez McElroy. Visitation was held on Wednesday June 01, 2022 from 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Fairchild Sons Funeral Home, Inc., 1201 Franklin Avenue, Garden City, NY. A Funeral Mass was celebrated Thursday June 2, 2022, 10:00 AM at the Church of Saint Joseph, 130 Fifth Street, Garden City, NY.

Lillian Patricia Fitzgerald

Lillian Patricia Fitzgerald March 11, 1932 to May 26, 2022

Lillian Patricia Fitzgerald (Walsh) was born on March 11, 1932 in Brooklyn, New York and passed away peacefully, with her husband, son, and grandchildren by her side, on May 26, 2022 in Boynton Beach, Florida. Lillian spent her childhood years in Brooklyn, New York, attending our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School and graduating from Richmond Hill High School in 1950. She worked as a representative for the telephone company and eventually met her husband, Jim. After getting married at Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Brooklyn on June 19, 1954, Lillian and Jim relocated to Camp LeJeune, North Carolina, where Jim served as a second lieutenant in the Marine Corps. Upon completion of Jim’s service, Lillian and Jim moved back to New

York, settling in Queens Village, where Jim worked as a CPA and Lillian was mother to three children Cathy, Jim and Theresa. In 1965 they moved to Floral Park, where their youngest child, Patrick, was born, and later to Garden City where they became long time members of Cherry Valley Golf Club. Lillian was a beloved wife, devoted mother and cherished grandmother. She was also a caring daughter, sister, aunt, godmother and loyal friend. Lillian was blessed to become a great-grandmother in 2008 and joyfully assumed her role as matriarch of four generations. Lillian was very proud of her Irish heritage and her Catholic faith which she happily passed on to her children and grandchildren. In more recent years Lillian enjoyed a quieter pace of life in Boynton Beach, Florida where she enjoyed golfing and watching Turner Movie Classics. Lillian was predeceased by her parents, Ellen (Maloney) and Patrick J. Walsh, her brothers William, Patrick, and Edward, and her daughter, Theresa McCormack. She is survived by her husband Jim; children Cathy Morrissey (Brian), Jim (Joanne), and Patrick; her eight grandchildren, Brian Morrissey (Tara), Lisa Fitzgerald-Sgro (Michael), Erin McNamara (Brian), Meghan Morrissey, Laura FitzgeraldBowler (Michael), James McCormack, Caitlyn Iannarone (Sean) and Kevin Morrissey; and five great grandchildren Saoirse McNamara, Daniel, Sean and Brendan Morrissey and Julianna Sgro. Visitation will be held Friday 2-5 pm & 7-9 pm at Fairchild Sons Funeral Home, Inc., 1201 Franklin Avenue, Garden City, New York. Mass, Saturday 9:30 am at St. Joseph's R.C. Church, Garden City, NY.

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How to Pack Prague’s Must-See Attractions into Just a Few Days? The Prague Cool Pass BY KAREN RUBIN TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM I was so glad I had the cleverness to arrange three full days to explore Prague on my own before embarking on CroisiEurope’s PragueBerlin river cruise aboard the Elbe Princesse. I could wander, linger, get lost amid the narrow cobblestone streets, be surprised and delighted upon coming upon stunning views of the Prague Castle from the Charles Bridge across the Vltava, the Old Town Square, the Astronomical Clock at night (the most underwhelming scene you can’t miss), contemplate the Lennon Wall, discover the personalities who occupied the tiny houses on Golden Lane in the wall of Prague Castle, follow whimsy and pop into the Lobkowicz Palace to be dazzled, and have the time to really muse over the exhibits, displays and notes in the Jewish Quarter and Prague Castle, and for good measure, visit the National Museum. And the Prague Cool Pass, which provides free access to over 70 attractions, tours, river cruises, plus discounts to concerts, entertainment and activities, helped maximize my enjoyment and how much I could see and experience in this all too brief time in such a phenomenal destination (praguecoolpass.com). I lose the better part of a full day when my Delta flight from JFK to Amsterdam was delayed, causing me to miss my connection to Prague (I knew the 50 minute-connection was too good to work out). But if you have to wait eight hours in an

in that whole vibe. There is music, hawkers, a constant flow of people. I walk back to Old Town Square and come upon the Astronomical Clock (on the hour, there is a 45-second display - the most underwhelming must-see attraction anywhere, but nonetheless, hundreds wait each hour for the show). The square is absolutely stunning. I find my way back to hotel. The next day, I set out for the Jewish Quarter, stopping again at the Old Town Square and the Astronomical Clock (you can’t resist). I present my Prague Cool Sunset behind the Prague Castle, from the Charles Bridge, the picture postcard Pass at the Jewish Museum – actually seven separate sites that each perfect scene of Prague © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com tell a different part of the story of the airport, Schiphol is one of the most port wisely, looking over “Top Jewish experience in Prague, going pleasant. Still, instead of arriving at Attractions in Prague” and “Three back to the 13th century. I kind of 8 am, I arrive at 5:30 pm, but still in Days in Prague” and there was condo the sites in reverse order, which I a good mood – largely because I had sistency in the must-see list. I only actually appreciate more. made a fantastic choice of hotel, the needed to plot out the logistics (only I start at the Old-New Synagogue), EA ApartHotel Melantrich, which a little tricky because the map (I the oldest landmark of “Jewish I found on hotels.com, and pre-ar- LOVE a paper map) is in Czech (it Town” in Prague and one of the oldranged an airport pick-up through takes me a day to figure it out – but est surviving synagogues in Europe. the hotel. I soon figure out that there are also It has served for more than 700 I actually have an entire apart- helpful signposts pointing the direcyears as the main synagogue of the ment on a street that strikes me tion and distance to what most peoPrague’s Jewish community. Why as comparable to New York’s Fifth ple are looking for). Still, each time “old new”? Because it wasn’t the oldAvenue – actually Welcelas Square I set out, I get a little lost, or rather est or first synagogue – that one was - with the National Museum at one find a different way, and each time I a shul on the site where the Spanish end, and Old Town at the other, walk- am surprised and delighted at what I Synagogue, built in 1867, now sits. ing distance to everything I want to stumble upon. You go in and see the traditional way see in my all-too-short time. (Further I drop my bags at the hotel and the synagogue was laid out – with a benefits: the hotel has a gorgeous the concierge points me in the right bima in center and seats all around dining room where an enormous direction to walk to the Charles the walls (women on other side of smorgasbord breakfast is served, an Bridge, which has to be the absolute the wall). outdoor landscaped sitting area, an best place to be at sunset. I get there I go next to the Ceremonial Hall, indoor pool, elevator, bar/lounge.) just as the final patches of orange adjacent to the Jewish Cemetery, (EA ApartHotel Melantrich, Praha and pink break through clouds. (It which discusses and describes 1-Vaclavska Namesti 36 Stare Mes turns out was the best of all three Jewish burial rituals as well as Prague, phone +420734596570). nights, proving my maxim to seize Continued on next page I had used my time in the air- every moment) and I get caught up

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How to Pack Prague’s Must-See Attractions into Just a Few Days? The Prague Cool Pass Continued from previous page medical care. Next to the Klausen Synagogue, where the exhibits describe Jewish life – you get the sense that the Prague Jews were actually well off, especially compared to the images you typically see of impoverished Jews in the Russian shetls – and you learn that under Joseph II, who reigned from 1780-90, laws governing Jews were liberalized. Then on to the Pinkus Synagogue, which dates from 1530, where I was surprised to find it has become a memorial to the Shoah. Some 80,000 names of Jews killed just from this region of Bohemia and Moravia are inscribed all over the walls (you can do a search for names on a computer). A gallery in one room displays paintings by Jewish children who had ben deported to Terezin, organized by different themes: longing for home, a dream of Palestine, being taken away, memories of family, with the names of the child and the dates of their birth and too soon death. Outside the synagogue, there is a photo exhibit, “Journeys With No Return,” documenting the Nazi removal. Then you go through a courtyard to enter the Jewish cemetery. There are some 12,000 tombstones in a tumult – crowded together, pushed over in all directions over time and flooding – but actually some 100,000 are buried here. But after going through the Holocaust Memorial, I felt these people at least had a grave, they had people who

buried them, said prayers over them, placed stones to show they had come to pay respects. Having had this tour, I now go to the Maisel Synagogue (marked as the #1 site) which is a museum that describes the history of Jews in the Bohemian lands from the 10th to 18th centuries, and for me, provides a context for what I had been seeing. Notably, during the reign of Joseph II (1780-90), Jews could attend university and higher education, but their schools were taught in German instead of Hebrew; under special conditions they were allowed to rent land, learn trades and set up factories, and no longer had to wear “identifying marks.” On the other hand, Jews were compelled to adopt fixed first names and surnames (1787), and only the eldest son was allowed to marry; also the Jewish judiciary was abolished (1784) and Jews now had compulsory military service (1788). It is interesting that the Jewish Quarter is named for Joseph II. Then on to the Spanish Synagogue (more accurately known as the Temple on Dusoni Street), built 1867-8 on the site of the demolished oldest shul. It deserves its boast to be “the most beautiful synagogue in Europe.” It’s magnificent, but not so large and overwhelming that you feel enveloped by its beauty. Its design reflects a movement of “Jewish Enlightenment,” under the auspices of the Society for the Improvement of Israelite Religious Worship in Prague that followed a relative emancipation of 1848, aimed at promoting assimilation

and integration into the “mainstream.” There is a 7 pm concert at the synagogue consisting of favorite compositions of favorite composers – Bach, Mozart, Vivaldi, Rossini, Verdi, Bizet, Smetana, Dvorak, Bernstein and Gershwin. I purchase a ticket. (Actually, it is amazing how many of the important churches and sites hold concerts almost nightly, including the St. Francis of Assisi Church, right at the entrance to the Charles Bridge, which claims the second oldest organ in Prague, 1702, which Mozart played, www.organconcerts.cz). Just outside the Spanish Synagogue is a terrific sculpture of Franz Kafka (a square at the entrance to the Jewish Quarter is named for him, where the National Library is located. Next, I go in search of the Lennon Wall, on Kampa Island, just under the Charles Bridge. I ask a woman I see walking through the park where the Lennon Wall is and she says she works at the French Embassy, directly across from the Wall, so we walk there together. (To get to the Wall, walk down stairs from Charles Bridge, turn right on Hroznova.) Notably, John Lennon never visited Prague, but the wall began as street art, capturing his spirit of peace. The wall keeps changing – people add to it, and all of it is whitewashed so the process begins again. At this time, poems printed on paper in support of Ukraine, are hung on string in front. I still have some time before I need to go back to the Spanish Synagogue

for the concert, so I walk over to the National Museum, and flash my Prague Cool Pass. There is a very condensed history (actually there is a second building), so I find it quite interesting that there is one panel that refers to ‘The culmination of anti-Semitism was the so-called Hilsner Affair, 1899-1900), in which T.G. Masaryk, a founder of Czechoslovakia and its first president, stood up for Hilsner, a Jew convicted in a show trial of ritual murder. It draws a parallel to the Dreyfus Affair in France, when an accused Jewish officer was defended by the writer Emile Zola. After stopping off at my hotel to regroup, I walk back to the Spanish Synagogue. The concert is one of the best I’ve ever heard – the five musicians of the Czech Collegium, plus soprano Michaela Srumova and trumpeter Miroslav Kejmar sound like an orchestra of 60 and perform one of the most thoroughly magnificent programs. After the concert, I wander back to the Charles Bridge and catch the end of the setting sun’s afterglow, linger in Old Town Square, before making my way back to the hotel. The next day, I will continue to work down my Prague Cool Pass list of attractions, starting with the Prague Castle. Next: Three Palaces and a Castle _____________________ © 2022 Travel Features Syndicate, a division of Workstyles, Inc. All rights reserved. Visit goingplacesfarandnear. com

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What to Do While You Wait for Things to Return to Normal BY MARY HUNT Life on earth has never been perfect, but you’d have a hard time convincing some people of that. It’s not that they are ignorant. They have selective memories. Perhaps you can identify if you long for the way things used to be -- when jobs were plentiful, mortgages were simple, retirement accounts moved in only one direction (up) and students could carry their 100-percent-financed college degrees straight into six-figure jobs. Now that it appears things are no longer quite so perfect, you’ve put your life on hold. You’re anxiously pacing the floor trying to hold on until the stock market rebounds, real estate sales bounce back, your loan modification comes through or some TV advertiser offers a debt-settlement scheme that returns your life to the “perfect” way it was. Can we talk?

Stop looking back. “Normal” may be a setting on your clothes dryer, but it is not an economic condition. Every moment that you mourn the passing of the way things were is a moment lost in the present. Concentrate on where you are, and plan for how you will face the future. Accept what you cannot change. As hard as it is for some of us to accept the fact that we cannot control everything, that is the truth. If you’ve lost your home or business, or filed for bankruptcy -- as terrible as these events have been for you -- you cannot change what has happened. Change the things you can. Thankfully, far more aspects of your life fall into this category. These days, it seems that for every letter I get from a reader who is filled with gratitude that I nagged them to death to get out of debt, to build a contingency fund for emergencies, to fund a

Freedom Account for irregular expenses and to make that shift to living below their means, I get one from someone who is beside herself/himself with regret for just not getting around to it. The old “it could never happen to me” happens. Create your plan. If you are still in credit-card debt, now’s the time to get serious. I mean it! Revisit Chapter 7 in my “Debt-Proof Living” book. Create your Rapid Debt-Repayment Plan today, and commit to it like you’ve never committed before. (What? You’re not familiar with “Debt-Proof Living” -- the DPL textbook? That’s a change you can and need to make right now. Check your local bookstore, library or Amazon.com for a copy.) Save more. Start beefing up your savings -- your contingency fund, retirement account or other savings vehicles. Even if all you can save right now is your pocket change, do it. Get serious about cutting back even more than you

think possible so you have more to save. I predict that in years to come, if you have one regret it will be that you did not save more money. Continued on page 5

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Watching some beautiful feathery friends BY CLAIRE LYNCH Ever since she can remember, Yardbird Nellie has been all about birds. Born in Ohio and growing up in upstate New York, her family settled in Corning. Nellie remembers it as a quaint town known primarily for its glass factory aka as the Corning Museum of Glass and yes, she and her family toured it. In the glass studio, watching the workers blow the very hot glass and shape it into bowls, vases and other pieces was astonishing to Yardbird Nellie and her siblings. She was impressed with their artistry but still, she couldn’t wait to go home and see all the birds in her back yard. Yardbird Nellie’s dad, Tom, worked full-time and when he was home he spent hours showing Yardbird Nellie the birds. Most vivid to Yardbird Nellie is her family’s house with its large back yard where the birds would come each spring. The Cardinals, the Bluebirds, the Blue Jays, the Barn Swallows and the Baltimore Orioles - she remembers their brilliant colors, their various sizes, their antics and their personalities - the nurturer, the helper, the power grabber and so on. More than once they watched as the birds built their nests then laid their eggs. After they hatched the parent birds would feed their young, taking their time to make sure that each little bird with their tiny beaks had been fed. Tom filled the bird feeders the previous owner had left with birdseed and nectar. As he explained which nectar was best for the different types of birds, Yardbird Nellie absorbed all the details. She loved learning anything about birds. One year Tom surprised the family by installing a large clear window bird feeder in the den. He actually stuck the bird feeder onto the exterior part of the window with strong suction cups. After placing some food and water inside the feeder, they waited for the birds to appear. In time they showed up and

Yardbird Nellie was as happy as could be because when the birds stopped by, she really had a bird’s eye view of things. In the fourth grade Yardbird Nellie and her classmates were instructed to write a paper for science class and she chose the topic of birds. By now she’d gotten the nickname “Yardbird Nellie” among her family and closest friends and after her teacher read the paper, she understood why. Her writing was strong and clear, conveying her love for her feathery friends. When she was 11, she talked her father into setting up a birdbath in their back yard and they all got a kick out of watching the birds fly in for their baths. Weekly or not, Yardbird Nellie wasn’t sure. She didn’t keep track, she just liked watching them dip themselves in the bird bath and it looked like having a cool, refreshing bath was the greatest thing on earth. At 15 Yardbird Nellie had to write a book report for science class on any number of topics and she chose birds. This time Yardbird Nellie focused on hummingbirds which are among the smallest birds. The average hummingbird weighs less than an ounce and the name, hummingbird, comes from the humming noise their wings make as they beat so fast. Yardbird Nellie had never written a report before on hummingbirds and the more she read, the more fascinated she was with hummingbirds. Hummingbirds are the only birds that can fly backwards. That keen fascination of hers with her subject shone through and in the end Yardbird Nellie got an A+ on her report, naturally. At 16 Yardbird Nellie was excited about getting her very first part-time job and she chose the pet store in town. When she applied the shopkeeper was impressed with her knowledge of birds and he hired her immediately. On her shift Yardbird Nellie was drawn to the parakeets and other birds she saw in their cages. She gave them pet names

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and took care of them and the other animals in the store as best she could. When it came time to choosing a college, Yardbird Nellie picked Cornell University in Ithaca. It was less than an hour away from home and Yardbird Nellie knew it had a strong science program. Cornell doesn’t have an ornithology major but as a bird enthusiast Yardbird Nellie chose Animal Science as her major. She got involved in the university’s Lab of Ornithology and Yardbird Nellie liked that experience. At Cornell, Yardbird Nellie met a young man named Lou. They dated, married and two years later moved to Long Island where Lou was from. They bought a house and one of their first projects was installing the bird feeders and bird bath in their back yard. Within the first 10 years Yardbird Nellie had three children and many days she sat next to the window bird feeder and showed the children the beautiful birds. Each kid was awestruck with the beauty of the birds - the Robins, the Cardinals, the Mourning Doves, the Blue Birds and all of the birds Yardbird Nellie had seen

in upstate New York. It reminded her of home. Five-year-old Sammy recognized some birds. He’d say, “I see a Cardinal,” when he saw a red bird. Three-year-old Louie would point with his little finger and say, “Bluebird” whenever that particular bird flew into the window bird feeder. At one-and-a-half, Jasmine was too young to name the birds but she’d get excited when they leisurely bathed themselves in the bird bath or flew into the window bird feeder to eat some bird seed or sip some nectar. She’d clap and scream in delight as they moved around, pecking at the food and taking drinks of water. Living on Long Island now, the beautiful birds are just as vivid and frolicky as in Corning, N.Y. Yardbird Nellie found watching the various birds as relaxing as ever. It reminds her of her dad, Tom, and the time he spent patiently telling her all about the birds. This is fiction.

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Explaining WEP and GPO BY TOM MARGENAU Let me start out by saying that I hope the editors of the various publications that print my column keep the terms “WEP” and “GPO” in the headline. Why? Because those abbreviations mean a lot to a certain group of my readers. I’ll explain what those abbreviations stand for in a minute. But first, who makes up this specialized group of readers? They are primarily teachers in some states and police officers and firefighters in other states. Or they are old-time federal employees who started working before government employees were switched to Social Security in 1984. These local, state and older federal employees are covered by other retirement plans and not by Social Security. Why is that? Because back when Social Security laws were enacted in the 1930s, Congress felt that they could not force a federal pension plan (Social Security) on state and local governments, so they gave them the option of joining Social Security or not. Most did. But some did not. And still today, about 10% of all workers, mostly in state and local jobs in the public sector, are not covered by Social Security. Federal government employees were initially not covered by Social Security because they had their own pension system in place before Social Security came along. But all federal employees hired since 1984 pay into Social Security. (That includes the president and members of Congress, by the way.) But as I said, there are still some old feds out there who are not in Social Security. Folks who spend the bulk of their careers in jobs not covered by Social Security are potentially subject to a couple of offsets that impact either their own Social Security benefit (based on Social Security-covered work they did outside of their regular job) or any benefits they potentially might be due from their spouse’s Social Security record. There always has been a great deal of confusion and an awful lot of misinformation about those offsets. If you are potentially impacted by these offsets, today’s column is directed at you and will help you understand them. One offset is called the “windfall elimination provision,” or WEP. This is the one that impacts your own Social Security benefit. The other is called the “government pension offset,” or GPO, and it reduces any spousal benefits you might be due. The key to understanding WEP is to realize that the word “social” in Social Security means something. Unlike private and other public sector pension plans, there are social goals built into the Social Security program. One of those goals is to raise the standard of living of lower-income workers in retirement. This is accomplished through a benefit formula that is designed to give lower-paid workers a better deal than their more highly

paid counterparts. Very low-paid workers could get a Social Security benefit that represents up to 90% of their pre-retirement earnings. This percentage is known as a “replacement rate.” People with average incomes (the middle class) generally get a 40% replacement rate. Higher-income people get a rate around 30%. The problem is that people who spend the bulk of their working lives not paying into Social Security are automatically treated as low-income people by the Social Security Administration’s computers. That’s because there are “zeros” on their Social Security earnings record for every year they spent in their non-Social Security job. SSA’s records won’t show they were actually working at the other job and earning another pension. Instead, their Social Security earnings record simply shows gaps in their work history. So, when figuring their Social Security retirement benefit, SSA’s computers automatically use the formula intended to compensate a lower income person -- and they usually get the 90% replacement rate. But teachers, police officers, firefighters and other government employees generally can be classified as people with average incomes, so they should get the same Social Security replacement rate paid to all middle-class workers. That’s why a modified formula is used to refigure their benefits and give them the proper -- and fair -- replacement rate. If you’re an employee affected by this law, that modified formula takes you from the 90% (poor person’s) replacement rate to the 40% (middle-class person’s) replacement rate, thus usually reducing estimated benefits by about half. Most career teachers and government employees generally have just barely over the qualifying 40 quarters (10 years) of Social Security covered work. But if you have 30 or more years of “substantial” Social Security earnings, the windfall provision won’t apply, and your benefit will not be reduced. If you have between 20 and 29 years of substantial earnings, your Social Security benefit will be only partially reduced. A chart giving a year-by-year breakdown of what the government considers substantial earnings is available in my book. More about that in a minute. The other rule that so many people misunderstand is the government pension offset, or GPO. In a nutshell, that law says that an amount equal to two-thirds of a non-Social Security-covered pension must be deducted from any Social Security dependent’s benefits a person might be due. And most public employees despise this law. But what these people don’t realize is that the government pension offset law simply treats them in the same way that all other working people have always been treated. For example, if a woman who worked at a job that was covered by Social Security gets a Social Security retirement pension, that pension has always offset any spousal benefits she

might have been due. Before the GPO law went into effect, people getting a non-Social Security pension were the only working people in this country who could get their own retirement pension AND a full dependent’s benefit from Social Security. And the GPO law actually gives these public employees a bit of a break. Social Security retirement pensions offset spousal benefits dollar for dollar. But a non-Social Security retirement pension causes only a two-thirds offset. In other words, for each $3 you get in a teacher’s or other non-covered pension, you lose only $2 from Social Security spousal benefits.

Due to space constraints, this has been a very simplified explanation of some very complicated laws. To learn more about WEP and GPO, order my book, “Social Security: Simple and Smart.” There is a fact sheet in that book that explains these rules in much more detail. If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has a book with all the answers. It’s called “Social Security: Simple and Smart.” You can find the book at www.creators.com/books, or look for it on Amazon or other book outlets. COPYRIGHT 2022 CREATORS.COM

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Spain: A mind-opening experience BY PHILIP A. RAICES Now that I am back from Spain, the experience was nothing short than a mind opening and mind blowing experience. This was my first trip abroad in two years as believe it or not, this was our first trip to Europe and surely will not be our last. My committee as well as other U.S. Global committees from a multitude of U.S. States were able to meet with over 800 individuals from other Global associations representing, France, Italy, Portugal, Belgium, many Asian countries, Norway, Sweden, Holland, and many other countries. There were very pertinent sessions about where the local Spanish economy was and would be going forward as well as the global economy and its effect on our real estate market. There were also discussions on how our real estate business is morphing into a non-necessary office environment and is becoming a virtual one as we head into the future. The caliber of current and future agents to provide professionalism, knowledge, expertise, disclosure and transparency will be much more tantamount, as these concepts will become necessary, required and demanded by client sellers, investors, purchasers, renters and lessees of residential and commercial properties, in order to do business with them. Those going in our business or are already in the business, whether one year or 40+ years must still learn, absorb, apply and follow these most important ideals and ways to do business. Without them one will find this business very challenging and will no longer earn an adequate income; thereby making a living for many will become somewhat impossible leading

to more agents leaving and dropping out of the business back to looking for a job. Inflation and the mass printing of money by our Fed (and our current debt is 22 trillion+ and every 1% increase in rates will add 30 trillion to our National Debt as per Nomi Prins, who is an American author, journalist, and public speaker who writes about Wall Street and the U.S. economy and I follow her) will have a potential major impact in controlling inflation. As you have all noticed the major increases in mortgage rates here in the U.S. over the last 6 months and its impact on real estate in the cost of purchasing, as well as credit card interest rates, costs of food, heating fuels, e.g. oil and gas as well as gasoline prices rising to what we have never seen and are at their highest point ever at 4.69-$5.25 per gallon. However, in Spain prices are $6.99 to $8.00 per gallon and going higher. The majority of transportation is between motorcycles, a multitude of electric scooters and EV’s and small cars whose mileage is much more efficient than many of our vehicles. At the moment, our Fed and government is “between a rock and a hard place” and they are playing with fire by raising rates as fast as they have and as I have conveyed in a previous column, should have begun this process over a year ago. But now it’s too late to look back and realize what should have been done; as people say sometimes,

“hindsight is 20/20.” Jerome Powell, our Fed Chair, should have, could have, would have just won’t work anymore. We are on the precise of not being able to go back and change what has already been done and right now increased rates have supposedly been the only solution to potentially solving our most treacherous inflation that by my estimation, as mentioned in a previous column, 18%, when you add back food and energy costs to the C.P.I. index (consumer price index). My professional opinion is that we all have to bite the bullet to some or possibly to a major degree and not print much more money to fuel the economy and it may just have to go into a recession that may be the answer or worse a depression. For those who can least afford the costs today, it will get worse unless answers and solutions are brought about to a most serious financial situation that we have never really experienced before. I hope and pray today on Memorial Day that we celebrate those who have served and lost their lives to keep our Democracy and freedom intact, but I worry about our future unless someone, somewhere in Washington finds a miracle to cure what looks and feels like a catastrophic financial dilemma Donate to the Ukrainian Crisis and save a life or 2: https://usaforiom.org/ ioms-ukraine-response/ Please make your contribution to The Ukraine Crisis; International Organization for Migration a 501(c) 3

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What to Do While You Wait for Things to Return to Normal Continued from page 2 Downsize. If you find yourself over your head in a house you cannot afford, it’s time to move. You need to downsize into a house you can afford. Of course, I do not know your exact situation, but if you are hanging on by a thread, hoping that a loan modification will suddenly make your home affordable, think very carefully. And weigh every issue. Get a job. If you are not working because you’ve given up, or you’re holding out for something that fits your idea of “normal,” let that go. Reality means a job you can get right now. Find a job. Then work at upgrading to a better job. Headed for college? The days of a fully funded “free” education that you can

pay back at a more convenient time may be gone. Let me say this again: Get a job. “F” words. Say them often, and let them become part of your reality: faith, family and friends. Without my faith, family and friends, I don’t know where I’d be. Develop these things in your life. I have noticed over the years that winners accept their realities. They don’t sit around and wait for things to change. They do what they must to make things happen. Even more than that, they don’t whine, they don’t complain and they don’t make excuses. Mary invites you to visit her at EverydayCheapskate.com, where this column is archived complete with links and resourc-

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In cooperation with Steve Dassa Entertainment, the Garden City Recreation and Parks Department will be hosting the following schedule of summer concerts. All shows are performed at the Gazebo on Village Green, located at the corner of Stewart and Hilton Avenues. Shows begin promptly at 7:15 pm. In the event of rain, shows will be moved indoors to Cluett Hall, on the grounds of Saint Paul’s School, 295 Stewart Avenue. Due to the limited seating at Cluett Hall, proof of residency in the Inc. Village will be required for admission to the show. Here is the schedule of concerts: • July 14: The Fireflies – “You Were Mine” and other classic hits. • July 21: The Sky’s the Limit – A Duprees tribute band performing the hits of the legendary Duprees and other popular tunes. • July 28: Tangerine – Featuring Stan Zizka, Edie Van Buren and Charlie Aiello performing the best music of the last 50 years. • August 4: 1910 Fruitgum Co. – “Simon Says,” “1,2,3 Red Light”

and more great 60s tunes. • August 11: Southbound – Long Island’s Classic Country band. • August 18: Manhattan Skyline – Great lead voices and terrific harmonies by this popular group. For additional information about these shows, please call Garden City Recreation and Parks at (516) 465-4075

7th Street Promenades

The Garden City Chamber of Commerce has announced the entertainment and theme lineup for this summer’s Friday Night Promenades: June 10th Belmont Stakes Festival featuring 5 Stone Band and the Attic June 17th St Patrick’s Day featuring Tri State Ale House June 24th Sock Hop and Doowop featuring The Tee Tones July 1st Red White and Blue featuring 5 Stone Band July 8th Garden City State of Mind featuring Cold Spring Harbour Band July 15th Rock of Ages featuring Arena Rock Tribute July 22rd Christmas in July featuring The New York Bells and the Togetherness Orchestra

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July 29th The Great Gatsby featuring Crème de la Crème August 5th Back to the 80’s featuring White Wedding Band August 12th Fly Me to the Moon featuring Jonny Avino August 19th Classic Rock Rewind featuring No Request Band August 26th Piece Love and Music featuring Ren with the Mane September 2nd Gone Country featuring CC and the Boys September 9th Garden City Luau featuring Aloha NYC and Endless Summer September 16th Big Pineapple Circus featuring 5 Stone Band

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The Garden City Pool has been providing summer fun for residents of all ages since it opened for the first time in 1957. Through the years, the Pool has seen many changes both in the physical plant, and in the programs and services which are offered. However, on thing has remained constant; the Garden City Pool is one of the best places to spend your summer! Beautiful grounds, attention to cleanliness and excellent water quality, as well as being attentive to the needs of our members sets us apart from other facilities. The Pool is open only to Garden City Residents and their guests. As a Membership Facility, it does not offer daily admissions. To enjoy the Pool, a Membership must be taken. Summer is just around the corner and Pool membership registration is underway. The Pool brochure and application can be found by visiting, www.gardencityrecreation.org. This year, residents will have various ways to conveniently register. Residents can download an application and mail it in OR stop by the Recreation Office, 108 Rockaway Ave. Online registration is also available (you must have a password to sign up online, to receive a password you must go to the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave to verify your residency). Please look through the brochure to see all of the new and exciting things that will be happening at the GC Pool this season. The pool opens on Saturday, June 11, at 12 noon. Hope to see everyone there!

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Enjoy a summer of fun at the Garden City Pool.

Youth Swim Lessons Information Youth swim lessons will be offered for Pool member ONLY. Classes are held Tuesday

through Friday in four, two week sessions. There is a non-refundable $25 fee for each swim lesson session. Additional classes may be requested beginning on June 13. To be eligible

Membership fees:

Family $510 Family of Two $355 Senior Citizen Couple $325 Individual $285 Non-Resident Caregiver $245 Senior Citizen Individual $215 School District Family $605 Pool Pass Pictures This year the Pool is changing its passes for the season. All members for the 2022 season are required to stop by the Pool Office beginning May 13th to get updated pictures and passes. Previous seasons pool passes WILL NOT be accepted. The Pool Photo Center Hours: May 13th - June 10th, Monday thru Friday 10:00 am- 7:00 pm, Saturdays & Sundays, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Beginning June 8th the Photo Center will be open beginning at 10:00 am.

Trails in State Parks

Pool Hours:

June 11 through June 26th: 12 noon – 8 pm The pool will be open full time beginning June 27th through September 5th: Mondays: 12 noon – 8pm Tuesday – Friday: 10 am – 9 pm Saturday and Sunday: 10 am – 8 pm Early Bird Swim Club: The Early Bird Swim Club is a program for those members who wish to swim laps in the early morning (6am to 8am). Swimmers can enjoy the peace and quiet of summer mornings while getting in their daily workout. Early Bird will begin Saturday, June 18th and conclude on Labor Day, September 5th. The cost to join Early Bird is $75 and is open to Pool members 18 years old and over. An Early Bird Pass will be issued upon registration and must be presented during Early Bird hours. This program is held in Pool 2 and GUESTS ARE NOT PERMITTED DURING EARLY BIRD HOURS.

TIGER TENNIS PROGRAMS

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Before you head out on the trail, take a look to see what OPRHP offers as trail maps. OPRHP has mapped over 2000 miles of designated trails in State Parks and Historic Sites. Accurate and up to date maps are available for public use. These maps include Park facilities such as parking, park offices, nature centers, campsites, and boat launches in addition to the location, name and distance of each designated trail in the park. For some facilities, data is available as a Google Earth KML file or a map is available to download to your iOS Apple and Android mobile devices in the free PDF-Maps app. Visit:Avenza-PDF-maps to learn more.

• Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park • Belmont Lake State Park • Bethpage State Park • Betty and Wilbur Davis State Park • Brookhaven State Park • Buckhorn Island State Park • Caleb Smith State Park Preserve • Camp Hero State Park • Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve • Cold Spring Harbor State Park • Connetquot River State Park Preserve • Hallock State Park Preserve • Hempstead Lake State Park • Hither Hills State Park • Montauk Point State Park • Orient Beach State Park

• Shadmoor State Park • Sunken Meadow State Park (Governor Alfred E. Smith) • Trail View State Park • Wildwood State Park The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation maintains thousands of miles of trails in State Forests, Wildlife Management Areas, Unique Areas and Forest Preserve land in the Adirondack and Catskill Parks. Opportunities abound for hikers, bikers, equestrians, cross-country skiers, snowmobilers and more.

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for swim lessons a child MUST be six years old by September 1, 2022. Registration cannot be done online. Members can mail an application with check or visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave to pay by credit card or check. For more information please call the Pool Office at 516-465-4075.

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Nature Parks On Long Island Long Island Environmental Interpretive Center

Connetquot River State Park Preserve Sunrise Highway Oakdale, NY 11769 The Long Island Interpretive Center is home to the Regional Environmental Education Team of environmental educators. Schools, youth organizations and special interest groups can make arrangements for interpretive programs and hikes at any of the State Parks on Long Island by calling this

Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum 581 West Jericho Turnpike Smithtown, NY 11787 Caleb Smith State Park offers environmental education programs year round for all ages. The nature museum is in the Smith Family home built in 1751. Nature trails lead you through a variety of habitats typical of the north shore of Long Island where many species of plants and animals are found.

Jones Beach Energy & Nature Center West End 2 150 Bay Parkway Jones Beach State Park Wantagh, NY 11793

Tackapausha Museum and Preserve

2225 Washington Avenue between Merrick Road and Sunrise Highway Seaford, NY 11783 Hours: Thursday to Sunday from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Museum Admission: $5/adults $3/children 5 and over – children under 5 are free $3 senior citizens On-Site Staff: Yes Phone: 516-571-7443

A Nature Sanctuary on the South Shore

In the middle of densely populated Seaford on the South Shore, is an historic and beautiful 84-acre sanctuary of oak forests, ponds, streams, small mammals and scores of bird species, all of which can viewed via five miles of clearly marked trails. The Tackapausha Preserve, the first tract of preserve land acquired

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by Nassau County in 1938. It is one of the most popular preserves on the South Shore. Bordered by Merrick Road on the south and Jerusalem Avenue on the north, it provides residents with the opportunity to enjoy a physically and spiritually invigorating hike in a convenient and accessible location. In addition, the preserve incorporates a 3,000-square-foot museum with displays about the ecology of Long Island, as well as animal exhibits and shows and interactive activities for children. The museum is also available for birthday parties on weekends. The preserve itself consists of three sections divided by major roads, with trails that meander through each part. In the southern section, between Merrick Road and Sunrise Highway, the preserve is host to the largest Atlantic White Cedar “stand,” or grouping of trees, in Nassau County, located in a swamp just north of Tackapausha Pond, near Merrick Road. In the central section, between Sunrise Highway and Clark Avenue, a small, secluded pond draws waterfowl and amphibians. The northern section, between Clark and Jerusalem Avenues, includes a small wetland near Clark. Bird-watchers often hike the trails,

with lawn chairs in tow, seeking out species commonly found at the preserve, such as the ruby-throated humming bird. In all, more than 170 bird species have been identified within the preserve, along with raccoon, muskrat, gray squirrel and opossum.

Camp Hero State Park

1898 Montauk Highway Montauk, NY 11954 Camp Hero offers pristine maritime forests, freshwater wetlands, stunning ocean vistas and dramatic bluffs rising from the beach, as well as an historic military instillation.

Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve

25 Lloyd Harbor Road Huntington, NY 11743 Situated on a scenic peninsula extending into Long Island Sound this English-style estate offers miles of pathway winding through woodland, meadows, shoreline and salt marsh

Wildwood State Park

790 Hulse Landing Road Wading River, NY 11792 Acres of undeveloped hardwood forest terminating on the high bluff overlooking Long Island Sound provides the scenic background for swimming, camping, picnicking and fishing.

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BY GARY SIMEONE Once you drop your family pet at the K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel, they may never want to leave. That was the idea that Glenn Vogelman, owner/ operator of K9 Resorts in Garden City, had in mind, when he opened his franchise location in late April of this year. “It’s kind of like the high end in dog boarding and pet-care facilities, similar to the Ritz Carlton Hotel is for people,” said Vogelman, a Syosset resident. “I’ve had pet parents who’ve dropped their dogs here tell me it’s so nice that they might even leave their kids here one day.” K9, which officially opened to the public on April 25th, has over 3,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space for dogs to run and play. The location also holds 75 different rooms, including multiple luxury suite rentals, for the canines boarding needs. “Dogs have become part of our families more than ever before, and when people go on vacation they want to make sure their pets are in good hands. There are too many places out there that just offer cages as accommodations, are smelly, and people don’t feel comfortable leaving their animals when they go away.” The K9 Resorts franchise was the creation of two brothers, Steven and Jason Parker, back in 2005. The duo had a vision of opening one of the finest pet facilities in the nation and a place that pet owners could be comfortable with leaving their beloved animals. Since 2005, the franchise operation has grown to seventeen locations nationwide with sixty five more canine luxury hotels in the works. Vogelman said his facility, which is located at 1587 Stewart Avenue, holds six luxury suites, 45 regular suites and 24 compartments, which are glass enclosures that are a step above an enclosed caged area. “We’ve had some pretty high praise for our luxury suites, which have plenty of space, contain large-screen TV’s, and are fully enclosed and soundproof,” said Vogelman. “We’re actually planning to open a second location in Syosset in November because we’ve received such a positive response.” Vogelman said that he was originally a Wall Street financial analyst before deciding to pursue a career in pet facilities in 2018. “I just became sick of the grind and I wanted to do something fulfilling and exciting with my life,” said Vogelman. “I happen to love animals, being a dog-owner myself, and this was just a natural fit for me.” He began checking out franchise conventions in the tristate area and found out about K9 Resorts through one of their competitors. “It hit me that I wanted to open up a pet daycare and boarding facility, but not the usual mid level operation like Camp Bow Wow or Dogtopia. I wanted something at the luxury high-end of pet care.” To find out more details about K9 Luxury Resorts Pet Hotel, you can visit their website at k9resorts.com.

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Youth Baseball Camp

Flag Football Camp Sponsored by NY Jets and GC Rec

Join us this SUMMER for a 6-week Flag Football Clinic sponsored by the New York Jets in partnership with Garden City Recreation and Parks. This special program introduces girls and boys, Kindergarten through 5th Grade, to the game of flag football in a non-competitive, instructional clinic. This clinic will be held on Thursdays at St. Paul’s field from July 7 through August 11 according to the following schedule: Grades K–2 5:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m Grades 3–5 6:45 p.m.–7:45 p.m. The cost of this program will be $150 which includes a NY Jets jersey, NFL Flag belt, 2 tickets to a pre season Jets game and more. Space is limited. Register online for this program at https://jets.formstack. com/forms/flagcamp. No registrations will be taken at the Recreation Office.

Youth Basketball Camp

The Garden City Recreation Department will be conducting a Youth Basketball Camp for boys and girls entering 1st through 5th grades in September who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City. Learn what it takes to pass, dribble and shoot in this camp. The purpose of this program is to provide instruction in self-improvement, basketball fundamentals, team play, group cooperation, and most important of all, FUN! When: Monday July 11 through Thursday, July 14 OR Monday August 8 through Thursday, August 11 Where: St. Paul’s Field House Time: 9 -11:30 a.m. for children Fee: $ 130 each week To register for any of the above camps, please visit the Recreation and Parks office or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny.net.

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Recreation and Parks will again conduct a Summer Baseball Camp for boys and girls that are residents of the Village of Garden City and entering 1st through 5th grades in September. This instructional program is offered for boys and girls entering 1st through 5th grades. The camp will focus on individual skill development, and the importance of playing together as a team. Youngsters in each age category will be divided into appropriate skill levels and will receive group instruction. EQUIPMENT NEEDED: Baseball Glove, Sneakers or Rubber Cleats When: Week of July 18 – 21 or week of July 25 - 28 Where: Community Park’s Baseball Fields Time: 9 – 11:30 a.m. Fee: $ 130 each week To register for any of the above camps, please visit the Recreation and Parks office or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny.net.

Girls Softball Camp for Grades 3-8

Recreation and Parks’ softball camp will teach young aspiring players entering grades 3 through 8 the basic skills of softball. Every aspect of the game will be covered including hitting, fielding, base running, pitching, and more. Team play will be emphasized. The goal of this camp is for young athletes to improve their overall self confidence and knowledge of the game. When: August 1 to August 4 Time: 9 – 11:30 a.m. Where: Community Park Softball Field Cost: $ 130 To register for any of the above camps, please visit the Recreation and Parks office or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny.net.

Incrediflix Filmaking Camps for Ages 7–13

Incrediflix is back for the summer! This very popular film making camp guides children through the aspects of this great hobby. Children will work in age appropriate groups to create and make their own short film. Topics are listed below. Lunch supervision is included for any child who would like to stay for both sessions of that week’s camp. All flix will be professionally edited and will be downloadable within a month after camp ends. Where: Community Park Tennis Hut Cost: $199 for each ½ day session, or $375 if you register for both sessions in the same week, bring your lunch, stay for two classes Topics are:

Week of July 18–21 Live Action Flix 9:00 a.m. to noon

Discover your filmmaking talents! You don’t have to be an actor to take part, as we’ll guide you through the Hollywood process to create, direct, film, act, and more. You won’t just make an incredible movie, you’ll have the skills to make your own movies with friends.

Lego Flix 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Bring Lego worlds to life! We provide Legos. You provide your imagination. Work in groups to create a Lego set with Lego characters for a stop-motion movie you’ll storyboard, shoot, and add voice-overs too.

Week of August 1–4 Minecraft vs. Roblox Flix 9:00 to 12:00 p.m.

Make a Minecraft or Roblox movie, or make a mashup movie! Work in groups to create a stop-motion movie full of games or challenges for your

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character to overcome. Students will create sets out of construction paper, make their Minecraft blocks, film, do voice-overs, and new for 2022, more set design effects like flowing lava!

Animation Flix 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

In this fast paced class, you’ll be creating up to 4 stop motion movies. These will include dinosaurs, whiteboard and toy car animations. And then you’ll get to make your own cartoon animation starring you and your voice! To register, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue. Checks only please for this camp, made payable to Incrediflix.

Imagine Arts Academy Summer Camp for Kids Entering Grades 1–5

Recreation and Parks will offer the following summer art camps in the cottages at St. Paul’s. The subjects of each camp and the dates are as follows: Crayola® Artblazers (July 18– 22) - Participants discover inspiring masterpieces and artists who have changed 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. Crayola® Wild World (August 22–26) - Are you ready for an art expedition? Let the wonder and beauty of the animal kingdom inspire your curiosity and creativity. Learn about animals and find out how wildlife conservationists are working to protect species around the globe. Experiment with a variety of art techniques and use Crayola brand products to create animal-inspired art projects. Children entering grades 1 to 5 may register for either a 9 a.m. to noon class OR a 1 to 4 p.m. class. The fee for each week will be $370, checks only made payable to LI Steam Group. To register, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue.

Summer Chess Wizards Camps Announced

Garden City Recreation and Parks has again partnered with the very popular “Chess Wizards” to offer after school programs for Garden City children ages 5 through 12 who want to learn the game of chess! Chess Wizards is a fun way to have kids experience the excitement of chess. Kids will play in mini tournaments, have interactive lessons with chess pros and play cool chess variants like bug house. It is proven that chess enhances cognitive development in children, improves both verbal and mathematical skills, and increases all levels of academic performance! Playing chess stimulates the mind and helps children strengthen skills such as focusing, visualizing goals, abstract thinking, and forming concrete opinions. Instructors (who are called “Wizards”) provide all the materials necessary for your child to participate in the class and no additional purchase is required to attend. All students will receive a trophy, puzzle folder and wizards t-shirt. Come join the fun!!! Two weeks of camp will be offered for this program: July 25–28 from 9 a.m. to noon OR Noon to 3 p.m. August 1–4 from 9 a.m. to noon OR Noon to 3 p.m. All classes will be held in St. Paul’s Cottages. The cost of each 4-day, 3-hour camp is $175. Your child may register for a full day and bring lunch at a cost of $257. To register for this program, please visit the Chess Wizards website at www.chesswizards.com.website at www.chesswizards.com.

SUMMER DANCE CLASS SCHEDULE A UNIQUE PAY AS YOU GO PROGRAM Tuesdays And Wednesdays During July And August

TUESDAYS: JULY 5, 12, 19, 26 & AUGUST 2, 9, 16 3:00 Acro (Ages 3-7) 4:00 Ballet & Jazz (Ages 3-7) 4:00 Acro (Ages 8 & Up) 5:00 Hip Hop (Ages 5-8) 6:00 Hip Hop (Ages 9-13) 7:00-8:30 Ballet/Lyrical/Jazz (Ages 8 & Up) WEDNESDAYS: JULY 6, 13, 20, 27 & AUGUST 3, 10, 17 3:30 Ballet & Jazz (Ages 3-7) 7:00 Open Tap Class Call For Dates Please call the studio to confirm

MUSICAL THEATRE

For The Past Three Years Our Musical Theatre Department Has Won “The Best Performing Arts Studio” Award For Broadway Bound. During Our Regular Season September Through June We Offer Two Classes On Fridays Consisting Of Singing, Acting And Dancing.

BROADWAY BOUND’S REGISTRATION FOR FALL CLASSES

Three Large Dance Rooms All Air-conditioned With Bathrooms, Cubbys And Floating Floors REGISTRATION DATES Monday June 20th Through Friday June 24th 2:30pm – 6:30pm August 25, 26, 27 10am – 5pm September 1, 2, 3, and 8, 9, 10 10am – 5pm ON TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY DURING THE MONTHS OF JULY AND AUGUST 3:30 - 8PM BEGINNING JULY 5th THORUGH AUGUST 17th

WE OPEN FOR CLASSES MONDAY SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Mad Science Camp

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August 8–12 Topic: Brixology

below. For any Science Camp, all checks should be made payable to LI Steam Group. To register, please visit the Recreation and Parks office at 108 Rockaway Avenue. For all weeks (These camps run Monday through Friday unless noted): Where: St. Paul’s Center Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. OR 1 to 4 p.m. Fee: $370, checks only made payable to LI Steam Group Weekly topics are:

July 5–8 Topic: Ready to ROBOT (FOUR DAYS, $280) ($25 additional fee during the first day of class)

Children will learn the uses of robots in our world and spend time experimenting with them in this fun session! Participants will build their own working robot to take home with them at the end of the camp.

July 11–15 Topic: Motion Madness

Science and Engineering go hand in hand as we explore what machines and nature have in common. Campers will build various structures as they learn the FUN-damental forces that affect motion.

July 25–29 Topic: BOTS Lab ($30 additional fee during the first day of class)

Explore the world of robotics in the hands on class! Campers take home awesome daily science projects and will complete a robot that they will take home at the end of the camp!

August 1–5 Topic: NASA Space Academy

Discover the frontiers of space as campers explore our Earth’s atmosphere to the outer reaches of the solar system! Comets, planets, stars and more are all waiting to be discovered in the camp.

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Using Lego bricks, kids build a different engineering themed project in each class! They explore different engineering fields while using critical thinking and creative problem solving to improve their creations!

August 15–19 Topic: Crazy Chemworks

Participants will learn real lab techniques and safety procedures while using these throughout the week making crazy concoctions and chemical combinations. Glow in the dark, potions, slime and other projects with be introduced.

Recreation Tennis Camps for Ages 4–15

Recreation and Park’s Tennis Camp program offers Village resident children aged 4 to 15 an opportunity to learn or advance their tennis skills while working with experienced tennis pros in a fun setting. Our camps are set by age and children will be grouped according to ability within their camp. All sessions are held at the Community Park Tennis Center. The age of the child at the start of the session will determine which session the child may attend and proof of age may be required. Please read the information below to determine which camp your child is eligible to attend. Equipment needed: flat soled sneakers and a tennis racket (Rackets provided for Peewees). All Camps will follow the same session dates: Session A: June 27 – July 1 Session B: July 5 – 8 (Tues – Fri) Session C: July 11–14 Session D: July 18–21 Session E: July 25–28 Session F: August 1 – 4 Session G: August 8 – 11 PEEWEE CAMP – For ages 4 to 6.

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Skills are learned by fun and easy to do drills taught by our tennis staff. Time: 9 – 9:55 a.m. Cost: $ 75 NOVICE CAMP – For ages 6 and 7. This camp will teach serving, rallying, and the basics of a tennis game, keeping it fun for the younger tennis set. Time: 9–10:30 a.m. Cost: $125 JUNIOR CAMP – For ages 8–11. For all levels of experience, this camp will group players by ability so that everyone can move to the next level. Time: 10 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Cost: $149 JUNIOR ADVANCED CAMP - For children ages 8 to 11. For the more serious, more advanced students. Knowledge of the game required. Time: 12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m. Cost: $149 SENIOR CAMP - For ages 12 to 15. For all levels of experience. Time: 12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m. Cost: $149 SENIOR ADVANCED CAMP - For children ages 12 to 15. For the more serious, more advanced students. Knowledge of the game required. Time: 12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m. Cost: $149 To register for any of the above camps, please visit the Recreation and Parks office or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny.net.

Get a Jump on the Summer

US Sports and Garden City Recreation have again joined up to run our very popular summer sports programs at Community Park and St. Paul’s. Weekly summer programs include soccer, multisport, flag football, field hockey, lacrosse, and golf. They also offer Parent and Me classes as well as 3 to 5 year old squirt programs! These programs are open to Village residents ages 2 to 11 years. To see what is offered and to register, please visit US Sports website at www.usasportgroup.com and look for Garden City.

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Long Island Children’s Museum 11 Davis Ave, Garden City, NY 11530

Summer Events

The following are some of the programs available this summer at the Long Island Children’s Museum. Check website www.licm.org for dates and times

My Butterfly AGES 3-10

Shai the elf, a newly-appointed yard elf, tries her best to clean up a human’s butterfly garden. But when she accidentally pulls up a milkweed (it has the word “weed” in its name after all), she becomes responsible for a butterfly egg and its needs for a new home! With the help of a feisty fairy, Shai works to protect and nurture her new caterpillar friend through metamorphosis and onto a high-flying happy ending. This new

musical comedy is the latest work from award-winning songwriter Lena Pennino-Smith, the same artist behind such LICM favorites as “Happy as Clams: The Musical” and “The Princess Frog.” With a 90 percent decline in monarch butterfly populations over the last 20 years, this musical encourages audiences of all ages to plant beautiful milkweed: everything our local butterflies need to transform from adorable eggs to soaring sensations! Music and Book by Lena Pennino-Smith Arrangements by Brian Smith Presented with permission of Songs by Lena, Greenlawn, NY Performance Dates: Limited seating available! Nine weekend dates. Select “All Tickets” below to see availability, including which dates sold out. Saturday, May 7, 2022 at 11:30 AM and 2:00 PM Saturday, May 14, 2022 at 11:30 AM and 2:00 PM Sunday, May 15, 2022 at 11:30 AM and 2:00 PM Saturday, May 21, 2022 at 11:30 AM and 2:00 PM

Sunday, May 22, 2022 at 11:30 AM Saturday, June 4, 2022 at 11:30 AM Saturday, June 4, 2022 at 2:00 PM - Sensory Friendly Sunday, June 5, 2022 at 11:30 AM Saturday, June 11, 2022 at 11:30 AM and 2:00 PM Sunday, June 12, 2022 at 11:30 AM

This is a drop-in program, free with admission. General admission tickets with a start time of 2pm or earlier should be reserved or purchased prior to your visit to allow for time to attend this program. Reserve or purchase general admission now.

AdvoKids: Pride Month Ages 4+

POP Tots 18 months - 3 years Early Childhood, Member benefit, Workshop

Free with admission For the month of June, the AdvoKids series will be focusing on Pride Month for the LGBTQIA+ Community. During this AdvoKids we will be learning about the advocate Edith Windsor who fought for the rights for herself and lifelong partner which largely led to recognition of same-sex marriages. Visitors will then create a inclusion rainbow (featuring black and brown) using pieces of tissue paper. “AdvoKids” is a monthly series focusing on children learning what it means to be an advocate for themselves and others. Adults will learn how they can support their child’s self-advocacy efforts, which promote confidence, resilience and empathy.

Become a part of the process! POP Tots is a process-oriented, playbased workshop designed to promote socialization and support toddlers’ cognitive and creative development. Each week participants will be introduced to exciting, multi-sensory art experiences and activities that will inspire exploration through experiential learning. All tickets must be purchased online in advance along with General Admission purchase or reservation. Fee: $4 with museum admission, $3 LICM members Continued on page 12B

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stART (Story + Art) Ages 3 to 5 Early Childhood, Member benefit, Workshop

Join us for Story + ART as we read childhood classics and introduce new favorites; followed by a takehome, book-inspired craft. Class size is limited to provide room for physical distancing. This week in stART we will be reading “The Honeybee” by Kristen Hall. Honeybees are important to our ecosystem. These intelligent insects help pollinate plants, and make sweet honey. Meet a busy little honeybee who is hard at work, flying from flower to flower, collecting pollen. This honeybee’s adventures will teach us how honeybees use pollen to make honey. After the story, make your own sweet honeybee to take home! All tickets must be purchased online in advance along with General Admission purchase or reservation. Fee: $4 with museum admission, $3 LICM members

Dog Days of Summer Saturday, June 11 12PM - 2PM Ages 3+

Free with admission

Everyone knows a dog is man’s best friend, but many might not realize all the ways dogs can help us. Dogs can hear four times better than humans which means that they are able to sense things like small rodents, bugs, and even earthquakes. Come by and make a free puppy puppet to take home. General admission tickets with a start time of 1:00pm or earlier and should be reserved or purchased prior to your visit to allow for time to do the craft. Reserve or purchase general admission now.

Music and Movement Ages 5 and under Early Childhood, Member benefit, Workshop

This weekly workshop capitalizes on children’s innate curiosity about rhythm and sound. Enjoy creative movement exercises and interactive sing-alongs that get little bodies moving to the rhythm. Each session is 30 minutes.

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Fee: $4 with museum admission, $3 LICM members

Father’s Day “Pop”sicles Saturday, June 18 12PM - 2PM Ages 3+

Free with admission Every June we celebrate all the great dads and father figures in our lives. This year, show him he’s the coolest by making a colorful popsicle craft to bring home. This is a drop-in program, free with admission. It takes approximately ten minutes and is yours to keep. General admission tickets with a start time of 1pm or earlier should be reserved or purchased prior to your visit to allow for time to attend this program. Reserve or purchase general admission now.

We All Scream for Ice Cream Sunday, June 19 12PM - 2PM Ages 3+ Free with admission

Ice cream is everyone’s favorite summertime snack. Did you know that early examples of this treat often didn’t contain milk? The Roman emperor Nero and Alexander the Great would have snow brought in from nearby mountains to mix with

honey and nectar. Beat the summer heat by crafting a colorful paper ice cream cone to take home. This is a drop-in program, free with admission. It takes approximately ten minutes and is yours to keep. General admission tickets with a start time of 1pm or earlier should be reserved or purchased prior to your visit to allow for time to attend this program. Reserve or purchase general admission now.

Little Lightning Bug Jars Saturday, June 25 12PM - 2PM Ages 3+ Free with admission

Did you know that lightning bugs glow because of a chemical reaction called bioluminescence? They use this to communicate with other lightning bugs. Come light up the summer night sky by making a decorative glow in the dark lightning bug jar. This is a drop-in program, free with admission. It takes approximately ten minutes and is yours to keep. General admission tickets with a start time of 1pm or earlier should be reserved or purchased prior to your visit to allow for time to attend this program. Reserve or purchase general admission now.

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Precious Pollinators Sunday, June 26 12PM - 2PM Ages 3+ Free with admission

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More than 75% of flowering plants and 150 varieties of the common food crops on earth depend on pollinators. Pollinators include bees, butterflies, birds and even bats. Come learn all about these hardworking animals and make a beautiful garden scene complete with a busy pollinator of your own. This is a drop-in program, free with admission. It takes approximately ten minutes and is yours to keep. General admission tickets with a start time of 1pm or earlier should be reserved or purchased prior to your visit to allow for time to attend this program. Reserve or purchase general admission now.

GO BIG then GO HOME (and tell everyone about all the awesome stuff you did!) July 25-29, 9:00 am-3:00 pm, for ages 9-12 August 1-5, 9:00 am-3:00 pm, for ages 9-12 Campers are going to make science happen in a big way at this five-day, in-person camp. They will explore a different STEM ‘Science of’ topic each day through activities and hands-on experiments. More details to come...

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Except this is no typical play area. Let All the Children Play at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow on Long Island is an accessible playground, which means it’s specially designed so that children with disabilities can play alongside

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Vanderbilt Museum

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General Admission includes access to the Vanderbilt Mansion (including the Habitat and Stoll Wing animal dioramas, and natural-history and cultural-artifact galleries in the Memorial Wing), The Hall of Fishes marine museum, Planetarium exhibits, and the grounds and gardens. Adults – $10 Seniors – $9 Students (with ID) – $9 Children under 12 – $7 Military & children under 2 – FREE Guided tours of the Vanderbilt family living quarters in the Mansion transport visitors back in time to the life of William K. Vanderbilt II. Mansion Tours can be added to a General Admission ticket for $6 (only at Admissions and not online). Capacity is limited to 12 visitors per tour. DAYTIME PLANETARIUM SHOWS Discover the visual wonders of the Reichert Planetarium, where our Konica Minolta Infinium star projector and full-dome video transport you across the universe. EVENING PLANETARIUM SHOWS In the evening, the Reichert Planetarium offers shows more suitable

for family and adult audiences, including live talks and tours of the night sky and laser-light shows set to classic rock and popular music. Planetarian evening shows are held on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm, 9 pm, and 10 pm. Each lasts approximately 45 minutes. For details about current programs, ticket prices, or to reserve your tickets, view our full show schedule see https://www.vanderbiltmuseum.org/vanderbilt-planetarium/show-schedule/

Hiking Trail William K. Vanderbilt II built a hiking trail in the 1920s on his Eagle’s Nest waterfront estate in Centerport, N.Y. that became overgrown and disappeared into the forest. The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, located at Eagle’s Nest, has reclaimed the trail, and held a grand opening on November 19. Major project donors and museum trustees attended the event in the Rose Garden, which is also the trailhead. Now called the Solar System Hiking Trail, the course includes a scale model of the Solar System, which complements STEM and astrono-

my-education programs offered by the Charles and Helen Reichert Planetarium. Elizabeth Wayland-Morgan, executive director of the Vanderbilt, said, “This is a long-awaited day. We are grateful to Christine Berardi and the National Grid Foundation for 10 years of outstanding, unwavering support and to Vanderbilt trustee Laura Gerde and her husband, Eric Gerde. Their ongoing contributions to our STEM programming include the exhibits in the Planetarium lobby. Their steadfast support makes it possible for the Museum to expand its work as a leader in astronomy and science education.” Other project donors are Marilyn and Russell Albanese, BAE Systems, Farrell Fritz Attorneys, Northwell Health, People’s United Bank, and

PFM Asset Management. The Vanderbilt Solar System Hiking Trail is 1 mile long, features a scale model of the solar system (Sun-Neptune) and has two opportunities for hikers to turn back.

Summer Shakespeare Festival The Carriage House Players (formerly Arena Players Repertory Theater) opened the 31st annual Summer Shakespeare Festival at the Vanderbilt. Performances take place outdoors on stage in the courtyard, where the Spanish-Mediterranean architecture adds a touch of timeless charm and magic. Bring a picnic dinner to enjoy before the show. The Estate is not open before 6:00 pm. Bring your own lawn chair and set up in comfort in the Courtyard. In the event of inclement weather, tickets will be honored for any of the remaining shows. Much Ado About Nothing: June 5 – June 26 Troilus and Cressida: July 1 – 24 The Comedy of Errors: August 3-7 To see schedule of performances and to buy tickets please see: https://www.vanderbiltmuseum. org/featured-events/

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Open daily 9 am to dusk. The buildings will be closed for exhibition changes between July 11 – 22, 2022 ARBORETUM, TRAILS & SCULPTURE GARDEN: Free THE MANSION Adults: $15 Seniors: $10 (62+) Students with ID: $5 Children under 12: $5 Children under 4: Free Museum Members: Free Art class information and fees are available here PARKING: Free

Exhibitions:

Impressionism: A World View Through July 10, 2022 The most beloved art movement of all time began in the spring of 1874 in Paris with a bold band of rebels headed by Monet, Renoir, Pissarro, Sisley, Degas, Cézanne and one woman, Berthe Morisot. Impressionism is more than a way of painting. It is a way of seeing and thinking that shaped the course of Modern aesthetics even to our own time. It rapidly conquered the studios, museums and galleries of the United States

lection of over 40 pieces by 30 sculptors is located throughout its 145 acres of fields, woods, ponds, and formal gardens of the William Cullen Bryant Preserve. With sculpture created over the past 100 years, from 1913 to 2018.

and Canada (thanks to Mary Cassatt), England, Italy, Asia (thanks to Japanese and Chinese students of Renoir), Australia, and New Zealand. Combining prized masterworks by the original French painters with American landscapes and portraits from both the East End of Long Island and a renowned colony of artists working across the Sound in Lyme, Connecticut, then traveling to more exotic locales, this survey gathers work from far and near. It culminates in galleries dedicated to Contemporary “Neo-Impressionists” such as Mark Innerst.

Art has access to worlds beyond the one we know. The supernatural has captivated artists from ancient spiritual myths and rites to the most popular fantasies of today. This exhibition summons a celestial realm of demons, ghosts and extra-sensory phenomena as conjured by such Surrealists as Dalí), photographers who specialize in the occult, Old Masters including Goya, Contemporary talents including Betye Saar, Luc Tuymans, Michaël Borremans and many others. Take a trip into the next dimension with some of the greatest artists in history as your guides.

Outdoor Areas: Sculpture Garden

The museum’s living collections are found on its 145 acres, officially known as the William Cullen Bryant Preserve, and include an arboretum, nature trails, a native plant garden, and a formal garden. The land has a long history. It owes its unique and varied topographical features to the glacier that receded from here more than 10,000 years ago, leaving behind hills and ravines, ponds and boulders. The Manhasset Indians were its earliest recorded inhabitants, and the 17th and 18th centuries brought Dutch and English settlers and farmers. In the 19th century it became William Cullen Bryant’s Upland Farm and then a country estate in the late 1890s, before finally becoming a museum and preserve open to the public in 1969.

Nature Trails

The Museum’s nine marked nature trails which cover over 6 miles were cleared in 2006. Most are on bridle paths or driveways in existence during the Frick’s ownership, and some of these bridle paths followed nature trails originally cleared by William Cullen Bryant and often served as inspiration for his poetry.

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Historic Sites and Gardens

Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park 1395 Planting Fields Road Oyster Bay, NY 11771 Visit the former Gold Coast estate of the Coe family. The Tudor Revival opens for guided tours. Sample the lifestyle of the 1920s; see stunning craftsmanship and impressive collections of furnishings paintings, and gardens. A truly unique experience Walt Whitman Birthplace State Historic Site 246 Old Walt Whitman Road Huntington Station, NY 11746 Explore the interpretive center which includes more than 100 portraits, original letters, manuscripts,

and artifacts. Experience the on-site activities including guided tours, a film, gift shop/bookstore and a scenic picnic area.

Sagamore Hill National Historic Site From 1902 to 1908, when Theodore Roosevelt served as the 26th President of the United States, this was the “Summer White House.” He lived there until his death in 1919, and it remains just as it was when he was in residence--moose heads and all. The grounds include an Audubon Center and songbird sanctuary. History buff or not, the Roosevelt home is not to be missed. And because the National Parks Service manages it, you don’t have to travel all the way to Yellowstone to see a real life ranger.

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Sands Point

The former estate of John S. and Margarita Grace Phipps, and today site of numerous concerts, lectures, special events, and feature films, Old Westbury Gardens is perhaps the most recognizable of all Gold Coast properties. Its centerpiece is Westbury House, a Charles II-style mansion where the Phipps family lived for 50 years. The 160-acre property also features world-renowned gardens with sweeping lawns, woods, ponds and lakes, and more than 100 species of trees. Tour the palatial home, walk its grounds, and enjoy a window on Long Island’s Gilded Age.

The Sands Point Park and Preserve features three castle-like mansions; Hempstead House, Castle Gould, and Falaise. Falaise, built by Harry S. Guggenheim, is open to the public and has many distinctive architectural features including thickly mortared walls, steeply pitched tile roofs and a round tower that echoes a medieval fortress. Furnished with antiques dating back to the 16th century, Falaise also boasts paintings from the Renaissance, and several important pieces of modern art. But maybe the outdoors is more your thing. The Sands Point Park and Preserve has wooded hiking grounds as well as trails that lead down to its beach on the Long Island Sound

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Old Bethpage Village Restoration Step back in time and experience life in a recreated mid-19th-century American village. The 209-acre Old Bethpage Village Restorationincludes 51 historic buildings such as an inn, a store and a church. All were transported from other areas of Long Island. Treasured for its accurate depictions of pre Civil War life, actors in period costume bring the village to life with craft demonstrations and farm work. Throughout the year, Old Bethpage hosts special events including the Long Island Fair, A Haunted Long Island 1880 Halloween and holiday Candlelight Evenings.

The Queens County Farm Museum is a New York City Landmark, on the National Register of Historic Places and a member of the Historic House Trust of New York City. Queens County Farm Museum dates back to 1697 and occupies New York City’s largest remaining tract of undisturbed farmland. The farm is one of the longest continuously farmed sites in New York State. The site includes historic farm buildings, a greenhouse complex, livestock, farm vehicles and implements, planting fields, an orchard, and an herb garden.

39th Annual Queens County Fair The first county fair was held in Queens in 1693. Step back in time and enjoy pie eating and corn husking contests, hayrides, carnival rides, and midway games.* Visit the main stage and family entertainment tents featuring an array of live music and theatrical performances, check out local craft and food vendors and get recycling tips at the Con Edison Ecology booth. This traditional agricultural fair boasts blue ribbon competitions in produce, arts & crafts and more. The Amazing Maize Maze opens this weekend — be the first to find your way! TICKETS – Online Tickets Only. Advance tickets recommended. 3-Day Pass: $45/$35 (ages 3-12) Friday, September 9, 3:30–8:30pm: $14 (all ages) (*Carnival rides & games open at 5:30pm) Saturday, September 10, 11am–6pm: $20/$15 (ages 3–12) Sunday, September 11, 11am–6pm: $20/$15 (ages 3–12)

Long Island Maritime Museum The Long Island Maritime Museum located in West Savyille showcases Long Island’s connection to the sea. The 14-acre site houses 5 historic buildings with interactive exhibits, artifacts and resources. The museum

library includes over 3,000 maritime books and materials, the Bayman Cottage depicts a nineteenth-century nautical lifestyle and the Craft Building showcases a small craft vessel collection. For those seeking adventure out on the water, climb aboard Priscilla, the museum’s very own oyster sloop.

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The Whaling Museum & Education Center Open year-round and located in Cold Spring Harbor, a 19th Century whaling port, The Whaling Museum & Education Center boasts an extensive collection of resources. Whaling holds premier significance to Long Island culture, being one of the first major industries in region and home to the start of many North American whaling companies. Discover over 6,000 artifacts and historic whaleboat, the only fully-equipped whaling vessel with original gear on display in New York.

Long Island’s Culper Spy Ring

The Spy Ring is credited by General George Washington as being a leading factor in turning the tide of the American Revolution. Historic sites on Long Island take you back to the days of 1778 when Long Island was a hotbed of intrigue under British military occupation. A group of local patriots, determined to assist George Washington win the American Revolution, formed the Culper Spy Ring. These men and women risked their lives working undercover and helped General George Washington win the war. Visit the houses where secret messages were written in invisible ink and travel the Washington spy trail map. The AMC series TURN was based on actual events that took place on Long Island during the late 1700s.

Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium Cold Spring Harbor spent 99 years as a New York State trout hatchery. Since it closed its doors in 1982, the Fish Hatchery & Aquarium has been a nonprofit education center and public aquarium. Tour two aquariums and eight outdoor ponds, feed hungry trout and participate in special programs, such as “Catch and Keep” fishing, Wacky Water Wednesdays (summer months), Hatchling Turtle Day and more. “We have two festivals in the spring and fall that are always a big hit,” said Steven DeSimone, museum director. The festivals serve as fundraisers for the hatchery and offer a petting zoo, fishing, a bounce castle (fall), a pumpkin patch (fall), games and more. More information: $6 adults, $4 ages 3-12, free ages 2 and younger; 1660 Rte. 25A, Cold Spring Harbor; 516-692-6768; cshfishhatchery.org.

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World famous Jones Beach State Park, home of 6.5 miles of beautiful white-sand beach on the Atlantic Ocean, is made up of more than 2,400-acres of maritime environment on the south shore of Long Island. Among the 6 million visitors to the park each year, families enjoy their own piece of the beach for a day, with many returning dozens of times through the summer. Designed on the theme of an ocean liner, Jones Beach offers many activities to those who visit the park. They swim in the ocean, stroll the boardwalk, fish, get a bite to eat at one of the many concession stands, visit the Boardwalk Cafe, Dine-in a the Gatsby on the Ocean Restaurant, Enjoy the WildPlay Adventure Park, play miniature golf, shuffleboard, basketball, corn hole, paddle tennis, table tennis and pickleball, attend concerts at Northwell Health Theatre. Other activities that take place in the park include learning about the marine environment at the Jones Beach Energy & Nature Center, pool swimming, sunbathing, bicycling, surfing, and visiting the playgrounds and splashpad. NOTICE: Please be aware that abandoning or feeding cats within this park is strictly prohibited. Violators face serious penalties. NOTICE: No Pets Allowed All Year Round

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The park’s oceanfront setting and natural environment have little development or advertising, creating a refreshing break from the hectic pace of life of Long Island and the metropolitan area. Less than 20 miles from New York City, Jones Beach is a playground for millions of people who live nearby. The park is host to a number of popular programs, most notably the Bethpage Air Show at Jones Beach every Memorial Day weekend, July 4th Fireworks Spectacular, concerts at the theater, band shell entertainment, softball and volleyball league tournaments, and nature center programs. The Jones Beach Energy & Nature Center caters to daily visitors and organized groups, covering topics from how energy is transferred in nature to marine ecology and energy efficiency at home. is a pioneering facility that explores the interplay between human action, energy use, and environmental conservation. Jones Beach State Park and Jones Island which stretches east of the park were the creation of master builder Robert Moses in the 1920s. By dredging sand from what is now the State Boat Channel, Moses raised the elevation of the barrier islands by fourteen feet, connecting several small islands into one long stretch topped by Ocean Parkway. Moses created a great “people’s park” from what he described as mosquito infested swamps and small islands. Today, parking fields 3, 4 and 5 are connected to the beachfront by tunnels under Ocean Parkway, providing easy access to the thousands of people who arrive daily. Parking fields 1, 2 and 6 are Oceanfront parking areas with accessible parking. Mobility mats over the sand down to the high tide line are located at

Field 6, Zach’s Bay, Central Mall, West bathhouse, and Field 2. At field 10, fishing piers and a fully equipped bait and tackle shop enable fishing and crabbing until sunset. The regional Night Fishing Permit is required after sunset. The Central Mall Area of the park closes at midnight during the summer months with the beachfront closing at sunset. Swimming is allowed only when lifeguards are on duty. Surfing, stand-up paddle-boarding, and wind surfing are allowed at several locations along the beachfront. Kayaks and sailboards can be put in at field 10 along the north shore of Jones Beach. The boat basin in the west end area of the park allows boaters day use of the park throughout the boating season. Those who wish to ride their bikes may do so year-round on our boardwalk. Glide along the beach on Long Island’s premier bike path, which begins at Cedar Creek Park in Seaford. From there it’s a 5.4 mile ride to Jones Beach’s East Bathhouse on the Boardwalk. There you can either lock up your bike for a stroll, or keep cycling to the food concessions. Or stay on the extension on the north side of Ocean Parkway to pedal another 3.6 miles to Tobay Beach where there are more restaurant and a playground. You can also continue along the path 9.4 miles to Captree State Park. Restrooms are available on the bikeway at mileage 5.4 to 9. If you choose to stay the path of the 2 mile long boardwalk, the new multiuse path extends from the boardwalk at Field 1 to the West End area of the park for an additional 2.3 miles. Visitors who are fond of swimming in the Ocean can do so at several locations staffed by the Jones Beach Lifeguard Corps. Zach’s Bay provides a more calm-water swimming experience for small children; also watched over by able lifeguards.

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This new adventure course offers zip lines, aerial adventures, and a 40 ft jump. For hours and pricing visit https://wildplay.com/jones-beach/ or call: 1-800-668-7771 Swimmers with mobility impairments can take advantage of the Beach Wheel Chairs enabling entry across the sand and into the water (at Zach’s Bay only). The wheelchair is available for use at no charge on a first come, first serve basis. Please check with the lifeguards or Umbrella Shack Attendants at the beach for availability. Birders and those seeking a quieter experience can watch for sea birds, such as Oystercatchers, Terns, Skimmers, Northern Harrier Hawks, Plovers, Brants, Gulls, and many more. Children can collect shells along the seashore and often encounter large horseshoe crabs. A pleasant pastime is a long, leisurely walk on the beach to the east or west of the central part of the park, where few other people will be encountered. NO Pets Allowed • Amenities • Fishing (Accessible) • Food (Accessible) • Gift Shop (Accessible) • Marina • Nature Center • Playgrounds (Accessible) • Showers (Accessible) • Stand-up Paddle Boarding • Surfing/Windsurfing • Swimming Beach (Accessible) • Swimming Pool (Accessible) • Visitor Center (Accessible) • Resources • WildPlay at Jones Beach • Kids Outdoors New York City • Bethpage Air Show at Jones Beach • Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theatre

Aug 14 Sun 5:30 PM Alice in Chains with Breaking Benjamin

July 1Sun 7:00 PM Third Eye Blind

Aug 18 Thu 7:30 PM Encanto: The Sing Along Film Concert

Nikon at Jones Beach Theater Info This spacious outdoor amphitheater is located in Jones Beach Park in Wantagh, NY. Originally opened in 1952 the theater was mainly used for musical productions. Today, it is host to live concerts, lightshows, and non-profit events. The venue has almost doubled in seating capacity to 15,000 and 2017 renovations will install LED technology and larger walkways for patrons. Eventgoers experience soft sand and ocean breeze as the path to reach the venue is pure beachfront. Stadium style seating allows for an amazing view of the Atlantic Ocean, the backdrop of this goodtime, summer pavilion. The Nikon at Jones Beach Theater 2022 event schedule includes Chris Rock, Backstreet Boys and Santana. TicketSales.com has the largest inventory of Nikon at Jones Beach Theater tickets, so keep checking for great deals on resale tickets.

June 9 Thu 7:00 PM Miranda Lambert with Little Big Town

July 2 Sat 7:30 PM The Chicks

Aug 5 Fri 8:00 PM Pitbull

June 2 Thu 8:00 PM Wild N Out

July 6 Wed 7:00 PM Why Don’t We

Aug 9 Tue 8:00 PM Jimmy Buffett

June 3 Fri 7:00 PM Tim McGraw

July 8 Fri 7:00 PM Josh Groban

June 4 Sat 7:00 PM Lynyrd Skynyrd

July 15 Fri 7:00 PM Chicago and Brian Wilson

Aug 13 Sat 7:00 PM Santana with Earth Wind and Fire (Rescheduled from 8/15/2020, 8/14/2021)

June 10 Fri 6:30 PM Train

July 20 Wed 7:00 PM OneRepublic

June 18 Sat 7:00 PM 103.5 KTU’s KTUphoria: Pitbull and Ava Max

July 21 Thu 8:00 PM Chris Rock and Kevin Hart

June 21 Tue 7:30 PM Doobie Brothers (Rescheduled from 6/30/2020, 8/5/2021) June 22 Wed 7:30 PM Jack Johnson June 25 Sat 7:30 PM Tears For Fears June 28 Tue 7:30 PM Dave Matthews Band June 29 Wed 7:30 PM Steely Dan with Aimee Mann (Rescheduled from 7/5/2020, 7/11/2021)

Aug 19 Fri 6:00 PM Joe Bonamassa Aug 20 Sat 7:30 PM Goo Goo Dolls

July 22 Fri 7:30 PM The Black Keys

Aug 21 Sun 6:45 PM Styx and REO Speedwagon

July 23 Sat 6:00 PM Kidz Bop Live 2022 July 26 Tue 7:29 PM Phish - 2 Day Pass (7/26 - 7/27) July 26 Tue 7:30 PM Phish

Aug 23 Tue 7:30 PM Rod Stewart (Rescheduled from 8/14/2020, 7/18/2021) Aug 25 Thu 7:00 PM Chris Stapleton Aug 27 Sat 7:30 PM Dispatch and OAR

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Aug 28 Sun 5:30 PM Korn and Evanescence

July 31 Sun 7:00 PM Incubus

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Saturday, July 16, 2022 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM Jones Beach State Park This annual volleyball tournament will consist of 6-Player teams only, which are open to males and females. Tournament is played on sand courts. Advanced registration is required, call the Regional Recreation Department for an application (631) 321-3510. Prizes will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th place teams. The award ceremony will take place immediately following the conclusion of the final match. Date: Saturday, July 16th Time: 9:00am-4:00pm Location: Jones Beach State Park, Wantagh, NY Central Mall-Field 4 Fee: Free to public Vehicle Use Fee: $10.00

The Twilight Zone BY DENNIS MAMMANA Week of May 29 -- June 4, 2022 If you find yourself occasionally checking around for times of sunset, it might never have occurred to you to ask the question: “Just what is sunset, anyway?” Seems like a ridiculous question; everyone knows what sunset is, right? But you might be surprised to learn that the words “sunset” (and “sunrise”) can be defined in several ways. Those at the U.S. Naval Observatory (USNO), in charge of calculating such celestial matters for astronomers and seafarers, defines “sunset” and “sunrise” as the times when the upper edge of the sun’s disk appears on an unobstructed horizon. An exact time for this is tough to know because it depends on atmospheric conditions, your elevation, the terrain over which you’re viewing and more. It’s just before this moment that the famous “green flash” can appear, but we can see this only if we’re in the right place at the right time. And what about “twilight”? What exactly does that mean? Most of us think of twilight as the period between sunset and darkness (or darkness and sunrise) where sky brightness decreases (or increases), and that’s true. But, as you might imagine, several practical definitions have evolved over the years.

“Civil twilight” is said to end in the evening (or begin in the morning) when the center of the sun lies six degrees below the horizon. In the evening after the end of civil twilight (and in the morning before the beginning of civil twilight), artificial illumination is normally required to carry on ordinary outdoor (civil) activities. This is around the time when sky colors may appear most vivid. “Nautical twilight” is defined to end in the evening (or begin in the morning) when the center of the sun lies 12 degrees below the horizon. At the end or beginning of nautical twilight, under good atmospheric conditions and in the absence of other illumination, general outlines of ground objects may be distinguishable but detailed outdoor activity is not possible. The horizon -- especially at sea -- is indistinct, hence the term “nautical” twilight. At this time the sky takes on a deep blue color, and the first stars are beginning to appear. Finally, there’s “astronomical twilight”, which ends in the evening (or begins in the morning) when the center of the sun lies 18 degrees below the horizon. After the end of astronomical twilight in the evening (or the beginning of astronomical twilight in the morning), the sun does not contribute to sky illumination. The sky is, for all practical purposes, as dark as your moonless sky can be.

In mid-northern latitudes, each of these periods lasts roughly between 20-30 minutes, but this varies throughout the year. In the summer months, for example, when the sun sets (or rises) at a very steep angle against the horizon, twilight times are generally shorter, and in the winter, when the sun sets (or rises) at a much shallower angle, these times are longer.

Of course, we can’t see the sun below our horizon, but we can calculate these numbers and determine just when various twilights officially end (or begin). Check out timeanddate.com/sun/, type in your city name, and you’ll find all the times! Visit Dennis Mammana at dennismammana.com. COPYRIGHT 2022 CREATORS.COM

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Bringing Up the Rear BY TRACY BECKERMAN With beach season mere moments away, I realized it was time to hit up the local bathing suit store to see if I could find something that would transform my post-COVID-19, hadn’t-worked-outin-two-years-and-ate-too-much-bananabread body into something that could be seen poolside without scaring dogs and small children. Although the store had a large selection of bathing suits and coverups, I usually avoided going there because it was ridiculously expensive, and the sales help is all cumulatively a size 00, which makes the whole process of finding a bathing suit for my gravity-challenged, middle-aged body that much more painful. However, it was such slim pickings in the department stores that I had to bite the bullet and go to the specialty store.

Now this is where things got ugly. I tried on a suit in the dressing room that I thought was actually pretty flattering. Then I peeked out of the room to make sure there was no one else in the area and I zoomed out to get a look in the three-way mirror. That they don’t have three-way mirrors in the dressing rooms of bathing suit stores is, in my opinion, a crime against humanity. However, with no one above the age of 18 who wasn’t named Britney to complain to, I sucked it up, or rather sucked it in, and made the mad dash to the mirror. Having recently lost 10 pounds, I was optimistic that things might look better than they had the previous summer. But as I took in my rear view in the three-way mirror, I saw that I had not actually lost 10 pounds. It had all just moved around to my backside. There it was, spilling out on all sides from the

bathing suit like an escapee from cellulite prison. This was not a bootylicious backside. This was the mother of all tushes. It was Buttzilla. I gasped and grabbed the nearest sarong to wrap around my body. Hearing my cries of horror, one of the Britneys ran over. “Is everything OK?” she asked. “No. Not OK,” I cried. “I had no idea that things were so bad back there.” “Back where?” I pointed to my other end. “There!” “Well, maybe it’s just the bathing suit you have on. We can, like, totally find you another,” she suggested enthusiastically. “Do you have one that goes down to my knees?” I asked. She smiled. “I’m sure it’s not as bad as you think,” she said. “It is. No. Actually, it’s worse. It’s like someone molded my butt out of

Play-Doh and then rolled a bunch of golf balls across it.” Since there was no way I could get my butt in shape in time for this bathing suit season, I opted for the best bathing suit I could find, took some deep, cleansing breaths and decided that instead of focusing on the bad parts, I would accept where I was and be happy with the progress I had made. And if THAT didn’t work, I could just focus on the light at the end of the beach season tunnel: Ski season. Tracy Beckerman is the author of the Amazon Bestseller “Barking at the Moon: A Story of Life, Love, and Kibble,” available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble online! You can visit her at www. tracybeckerman.com. COPYRIGHT 2022 CREATORS

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GC Eagles take Hershey GCMS student to compete in World Championship Challenge by storm

The Garden City Eagles The Garden City Eagles took the Hershey Memorial Day Challenge by storm last weekend. The Eagles went undefeated in their bracket, outscoring their opponents 18-2 during the first three games of the tournament thanks to multiple goals by Will Ahern, Daniel Shaw, and Luke Seaman. Martin Holden, Tristan Simone, and Gianluca Fusco also joined in on the scoring spree during the first day of the tournament. Notably, Declan Crowell (defense) and Tommy Hughes (midfield) took on new positions during the tournament and outplayed their competition.

Jason Mirabella performed masterfully on defense, while Matthew Hubbard and Matthew Clemente worked hard at striker facilitating numerous shots on goal for their teammates. Jackson Candan and Blake Brunner were stellar in goal throughout the two-day tournament. Although the Eagles lost a hardfought match in the championship final, the boys still came home with some hardware (for their third consecutive tournament), plenty of smiles, and cherished memories with their friends and teammates.

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Marcus Lam, a sixth grader at Garden City Middle School, has won the USA taekwondo final team trial at Fort Worth Texas and made 2022 USA Cadet National team. He will be proudly representing the country in the upcoming World Championship at Bulgaria in this summer. Marcus started taekwondo when he was 4 years old and has been training with Master Andrew Park.

Residents compete in USA Lacrosse natl. tournament With teams from across the country competing annually, the USA Lacrosse National Tournament, long a tradition in women’s lacrosse, has become one of the nation’s marquee college recruiting events. Played over Championship Weekend, the event is open to all high school-aged female players, but players must try out for regional teams in order to compete. This year, two Garden City residents -- Kaitlyn Cole (2024, Defense, Sacred Heart Academy, LI Yellow Jackets) and Rosalie Haffner (2024, Defense, Sacred Heart Academy, LI Yellow Jackets) --

were selected and competed together on one of the three LI Metro teams participating in the tournament. Cole and Haffner – each of whom developed their love of lacrosse through the Garden City Youth PAL lacrosse program – competed in four games, including a bracket championship game, beating teams from Massachusetts/RI, Washington DC, Central Pennsylvania and Philadelphia to win their bracket. Congratulations to Kaitlyn and Rosalie for their successful weekend and for returning to Long Island with a tournament Championship.

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Midfielder Regan Backer (#3) had a goal against Mepham. Photo by Ed Rotondo

Senior and American University commit Kristen Hegarty (#24) had a goal and an assist. Photo by Ed Rotondo

Garden City Girls Varsity Lacrosse kept its momentum in the Nassau County Class B semi-final game with an 18-2 decisive win over Mepham, securing a spot in the Nassau County Championship game. The Garden City Lady Trojans were primed and ready for victory when facing the Mepham Pirates. The team took control early with five goals in the first five minutes of the game. The Trojans captured twelve out of twenty draw controls keeping majority possession throughout the match. Junior Marie Cacciabaudo (2G, 4A), sophomore Maureen Arendt

(3G, 1A), senior captain Caitlin McNaboe (3G), and freshman Kyle Finnell (2G, 1A) led in points. Also contributing to the offensive lead were senior captain Carla Curth (2G), senior Kristen Hegarty (1G, 1A), junior Katie Gaven (1G, 1A), junior Grace Hopkins (1G), freshman Tori Ottomanelli (1G), freshman Kathryn Monaco (1G), and 8th grader Regan Backer (1G). Offensive opportunities were created by midfielders and attackers, including sophomore Kendal Morris, senior Olivia Cappello, junior Catherine Hayes, and junior Maeve Dorney.

Junior attacker and Virginia Tech commit Marie Cacciabaudo (#11) had two goals and four assists. Photo by Ed Rotondo

Junior Catherine Hayes (#7) looks to move the ball into the offensive zone. Photo by Ed Rotondo

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Girls Lacrosse dominates semifinals, heads to championships

Celebration! Senior captain Carla Curth (#16) with the goal! Proving to be impenetrable once again was the defensive backline of senior Kasey Prybylski, senior Gwen Liberopoulos, senior Kate Gambino, senior Maggie Moran, senior Catie Kephart, junior Rory Heslin, junior Ariana Bransfield, junior Courtney Olson, junior Sheila Mullins, junior Isabel O’Connor, sophomore Emily Romeo, and sophomore Mabel Overbeck. Goalies Amanda Grimes, CeCe VanBlenis, and Niamh Pfaff

Junior defender Sheila Mullins (#20) with the clear. Photo by Ed Rotondo

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kept the Pirates to just two goals. The Trojans hold a 12-3 overall record and an in-league record of 9-2. The team next faces Long Beach in a re-match for the Nassau County Class B County Championships at Adelphi University on Tuesday, May 31st at 4pm. Come cheer the girls on as they try to repeat their Nassau County title! Go Trojans!

Junior attacker Maeve Dorney (#4) looks for offensive opportunities. Photo by Ed Rotondo

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GCHS Girls Lacrosse wins County Championship in dramatic match

Nassau County Class B Champions! Front row (left to right): Caitlin McNaboe, Carla Curth, Kathryn Monaco, Marie Cacciabaudo, Sheila Mullins Middle row (left to right): Gwen Liberopoulos, Grace Hopkins, Kristen Hegarty, Maureen Arendt, Tori Ottomanelli, Mabel Overbeck, Kendal Morris, Catherine Hayes, Emily Romeo, Kate Gambino, Catie Kephart, Maggie Moran Back row (left to right): Kyle Finnell, Arci Haffner, head coach Dave Ettinger, Courtney Olson, CeCe Van Blenis, Regan Backer, Ellie Anderson, Maeve Dorney, The senior captains accepted the Championship plaque on behalf of the team: Niamh Pfaff, Ariana Bransfield, Katie Gaven, Kasey Prybylski, Isabel O’Connor, Carla Curth, Caitlin McNaboe, and Meghan Rode. Rory Heslin, Amanda Grimes, Olivia Cappello, Meaghan Lynch, Meghan Rode, assistant coach Janet Rogler, assistant coach Gina Leake Photos by Ed Rotondo

The seniors! Congrats girls! Coming into the County Finals as the reigning 2021 champions, Garden City had already beaten Long Beach during the coldest game of the season and would now face them again in a re-match in record heat. They knew the game would challenge them, but the Lady Trojans were primed and ready for victory. The coaches, head coach Dave Ettinger, assistant coach Gina Leake, assistant coach Rob DeFliese and assistant coach Janet Rogler, had been preparing them all season for the playoff grind. Scorching temperatures caused a heat delay. But, Garden City would prove triumphant with a 9-8 final score in a heart-pounding nail-biter match

Pure joy! Congrats to the Garden City Girls Varsity Lacrosse Team! before a packed and rowdy crowd at Motamed Field at Adelphi University on Tuesday, May 31. The Lady Trojans were first to put points on the board with a goal from junior Marie Cacciabaudo six minutes into the game. Momentum then favored the Marines who scored four unanswered goals. Garden City was not to be deterred and came roaring back with just over three minutes to play in the half kicked off with a penalty shot goal by senior captain Caitlin McNaboe, followed by a rip shot by freshman Kyle Finnell less than a minute later, and finally a key goal by freshman Tori Ottomanelli, assisted by senior captain Carla Curth

to tie the game 4-4 going into halftime. In the second half, Garden City nailed two goals in five minutes by Marie Cacciabaudo and Carla Curth to bring the Trojan lead to 6-4. Long Beach would counter with three more unanswered goals to take the lead 7-6. With a little over nine minutes remaining in the game, sophomore defender Mabel Overbeck scored a pivotal goal on a coast-to-coast clear to tie the game 7-7 which re-ignited the Lady Trojans mojo. Thirty seconds later, Marie Cacciabaudo would clock a hat trick with her third goal of the game for the Trojans to take the lead once again 8-7. The next several minutes were intense with

several turnovers and a few debatable calls by the refs that gave the Long Beach Marines a chance to tie the game. And with just over a minute to play, they would capitalize on the opportunity tying the match at 8-8 with 13.2 seconds remaining in the contest. The game seemed destined to go into sudden death overtime. But, the determined Trojans refused to give up just yet. The powerhouse draw trio of Caitlin McNaboe, Kendal Morris and Tori Ottomanelli stepped up to the circle. All game they dominated, winning twelve of eighteen total draws. Sophomore Kendal Morris flicked the ball back with a key grab by Tori Ottomanelli

who sprinted down field finding an open Carla Curth. In what would be a moment of déjà vu from the senior captain veteran duo in the Suffern overtime win over spring break, Carla Curth would provide a perfect feed to an open Caitlin McNaboe for a perfectly placed goal with just 1.7 seconds left on the clock!!! The crowd erupted in booming cheers, which could be heard all throughout Garden City! With a magical sports ending, Garden City won the Nassau County B Championships for the second year in a row! Lights out defense was played by senior Kasey Prybylski, sophomore Mabel Overbeck, sophomore Emily Romeo, and junior Rory Heslin, who stopped the Long Beach offense with

relentless defensive pressure and caused turnovers. Mabel Overbeck was up to the task of shutting down Long Beach’s star attacker, and Long Island top points-getter, a Florida commit. When the offense did break through, senior Amanda Grimes was up to the challenge with five saves total to halt Long Beach’s attack, including two key saves made with only a few minutes to play in the game. The Garden City Lady Trojans next face off against the Westhampton Beach Hurricanes in the Long Island Championship game at Stony Brook University at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 5. Please come cheer on the girls as they try to repeat their LIC title! Go Trojans!

Sophomore Mabel Overbeck (#13) scores on a coast-to-coast clear. Celebration with junior Marie Cacciabaudo (#11) who had a hat trick.

Senior attacker Kristen Hegarty (#24) looking for offensive opportunities.

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The power trio on the draw: Sophomore Kendal Morris, freshman Tori Ottomanelli, and senior Caitlin McNaboe.

With just 1.7 seconds on the clock, Carla Curth (#16) with the perfect feed to Caitlin McNaboe (#22) for the winning goal!

Senior defender Kasey Prybylski (#14) on the ready.

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Boys Lacrosse wins Nassau County Semifinals The Garden City High School Boys Varsity lacrosse team continued its run in the playoffs in the Nassau County Class B semi-finals. The Trojans met Long Beach HS at Hofstra on Friday, May 27 at 2 p.m. Garden City came out strong with a few fast goals — Henry Gibbons scored his 2 goals in the first 2 minutes of the game and GC led 6-0 at the end of the first quarter. The Trojans were in the lead for the whole game —the final score was 13-5. Other goal scorers were Aidan Considine (2), Mike Fargione (2), Jay Ottomanelli

Owen Wuchte playing defense on the ride.

Gavin Lemieux heading towards the goal.

(2), Jack Archer, Ryan Maher, Ryan McKenna, Andrew Scattareggia and Luke Schmitt. The defense didn’t allow Long Beach many opportunities to score and the goalies — Chris Allen, Patrick Blum and Denis Fargione — stopped most of the shots that Long Beach was able to take. The season continues for the boys in the Nassau County Championship. They will be playing against Calhoun HS on Wednesday, June 1, at 5:00 at Hofstra. Go Trojans!

Patrick Blum makes the save with support from Gabe Psilakis (12).

Andrew Schlipf staying on his match up.

Bryan Boccafola about to make the pass.

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Matt Mehling looking up field for the clear.

Henry Gibbons scores one of his two goals.

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The 2022 8U season kicked off where the 2021 season left off, with great excitement and 75 smiling faces. For the second year in a row, this group of 2nd and 3rd graders has high enrollments and high energy. Softball is back and better than ever! Prior to opening day on April 25, the girls went through two weeks of spring training clinics. The clinics hosted by Coach Callie and Coach Jaimie focus primarily on the fundamentals (hitting, fielding, throwing, pitching) the girls and coaches would need to have a great season. The girls, coaches and parents love the clinics and we can’t thank Coach Callie and Coach Jaimie enough for all their help. With a strictly town format, six GC teams play each other on the three Community Park fields every Monday and Friday. Community Park is an amazing place to be on those days because all you

hear is the cheering of a first hit, an amazing catch or first strike being thrown. It’s always amazing to watch as the season progresses, how the girls improve. Without the dedication of the coaches, this can not happen. Special thanks to all the head coaches; Anthony Albanese, Dan Urban, Katie Hanrahan, Tiffany Rufrano, Keith Butler, Rob Porto, Tom Kelly, Adam Oustatcher and their assistants. Have a great season. Let’s play ball! Information about Garden City Softball GCAA organization can be found here: https://www.leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?url=gcaasoftball GCAA has run baseball in Garden City since 1955, and softball shortly thereafter. Anybody with information about historical GCAA Softball, please email gardencity. ny.softball@gmail.com .

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GARDEN CITY RECREATION AND PARK NEWS

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Youth Basketball Camp

The Garden City Recreation Department will be conducting a Youth Basketball Camp for boys and girls entering 1st through 5th grades in September who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City. Come join us and learn what it takes to pass, dribble and shoot in this camp. The purpose of this program is to provide instruction in self-improvement, basketball fundamentals, team play, group cooperation, and most important of all, FUN! When: Monday July 11 through Thursday, July 14 OR Monday August 8 through Thursday, August 11 Where: St. Paul’s Field House Time: 9 -11:30 a.m. for children Fee: $ 130 each week To register for any of the above camps, please visit the Recreation and Parks office or if you have a password you can register online at www. gcreconline.gardencityny.net.

Youth Baseball Camp

Girls Softball Camp for Grades 3-8

Recreation and Parks’ softball camp will teach young aspiring players entering grades 3 through 8 the basic skills of

softball. Every aspect of the game will be covered including hitting, fielding, base running, pitching, and more. Team play will be emphasized. The goal of this camp is for young athletes to improve their overall self confidence and knowledge of the game. When: August 1 to August 4 Time: 9 – 11:30 a.m. Where: Community Park Softball Field Cost: $ 130

ating up to 4 stop motion movies. These will include dinosaurs, whiteboard and toy car animations. And then you’ll get to make your own cartoon animation starring you and your voice!

To register for any of the above camps, please visit the Recreation and Parks office or if you have a password you can register online at www.gcreconline.gardencityny.net.

Recreation and Parks will offer the following summer art camps in the cottages at St. Paul’s. The subjects of each camp and the dates are as follows: Crayola® Artblazers (July 18–22) Participants discover inspiring masterpieces and artists who have changed 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. Crayola® Wild World (August 22–26) - Are you ready for an art expedition? Let the wonder and beauty of the animal kingdom inspire your curiosity and creativity. Learn about animals and find out how wildlife conservationists are working to protect species around the globe. Experiment with a variety of art techniques and use Crayola brand products to create animal-inspired art projects.

Incrediflix Filmaking Camps for Ages 7–13

Week of July 18–21

Live Action Flix 9:00 a.m. to noon Discover your filmmaking talents! You don’t have to be an actor to take part, as we'll guide you through the Hollywood process to create, direct, film, act, and more. You won't just make an incredible movie, you'll have the skills to make your own movies with friends. Lego Flix 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Bring Lego worlds to life! We provide Legos. You provide your imagination. Work in groups to create a Lego set with Lego characters for a stop-motion movie you'll storyboard, shoot, and add voiceovers too.

Week of August 1–4

Minecraft vs. Roblox Flix 9:00 to 12:00 p.m. Make a Minecraft or Roblox movie, or make a mashup movie! Work in groups to create a stop-motion movie full of games or challenges for your character to overcome. Students will create sets out of construction paper, make their Minecraft blocks, film, do voice-overs, and new for 2022, more set design effects like flowing lava! Animation Flix 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. In this fast paced class, you’ll be cre-

To register, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue. Checks only please for this camp, made payable to Incrediflix.

Imagine Arts Academy Summer Camp for Those Entering Grades 1–5

Children entering grades 1 to 5 may register for either a 9 a.m. to noon class OR a 1 to 4 p.m. class. The fee for each week will be $370, checks only made payable to LI Steam Group. To register, please visit the Recreation and Parks Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue.

Summer Chess Wizards Camps Announced

Two weeks of camp will be offered for this program: July 25–28 from 9 a.m. to noon OR Noon to 3 p.m. August 1–4 from 9 a.m. to noon OR Noon to 3 p.m. All classes will be held in St. Paul’s Cottages. The cost of each 4-day, 3-hour camp is $175. Your child may register for a full day and bring lunch at a cost of $257. To register for this program, please visit the Chess Wizards website at www. chesswizards.com.website at www. chesswizards.com.

GC Recreation & Parks Presents Mad Science Camp

Mad Science of Long Island is a company who provides a wonderful learning experience in a camp setting. Residents of the Village of Garden City entering grades 1–5 are encouraged to attend. The topics and details for each camp are listed below. For any Science Camp, all checks should be made payable to LI Steam Group. To register, please visit the Recreation and Parks office at 108 Rockaway Avenue. For all weeks (These camps run Monday through Friday unless noted): Where: St. Paul’s Center Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. OR 1 to 4 p.m. Fee: $370, checks only made payable to LI Steam Group Weekly topics are:

July 5–8

Topic: Ready to ROBOT (FOUR DAYS, $280) ($25 additional fee during the first day of class) Children will learn the uses of robots in our world and spend time experimenting with them in this fun session! Participants will build their own working robot to take home with them at the end of the camp.

July 11–15

Topic: Motion Madness Science and engineering go hand in hand as we explore what machines and nature have in common. Campers will build various structures as they learn the FUN-damental forces that affect motion.

July 25–29

Topic: BOTS Lab ($30 additional fee during the first day of class) Explore the world of robotics in the hands on class! Campers take home awesome daily science projects and will complete a robot that they will take home at the end of the camp!

August 1–5

Topic: NASA Space Academy Discover the frontiers of space as campers explore our Earth’s atmosphere to the outer reaches of the solar

system! Comets, planets, stars and more are all waiting to be discovered in the camp.

August 8–12

Topic: Brixology Using Lego bricks, kids build a different engineering themed project in each class! They explore different engineering fields while using critical thinking and creative problem solving to improve their creations!

August 15–19

Topic: Crazy Chemworks Participants will learn real lab techniques and safety procedures while using these throughout the week making crazy concoctions and chemical combinations. Glow in the dark, potions, slime and other projects with be introduced.

Recreation Tennis Camps for Ages 4–15

Recreation and Park’s Tennis Camp program offers Village resident children aged 4 to 15 an opportunity to

learn or advance their tennis skills while working with experienced tennis pros in a fun setting. Our camps are set by age and children will be grouped according to ability within their camp. All sessions are held at the Community Park Tennis Center. The age of the child at the start of the session will determine which session the child may attend and proof of age may be required. Please read the information below to determine which camp your child is eligible to attend. Equipment needed: flat soled sneakers and a tennis racket (Rackets provided for Peewees). All Camps will follow the same session dates: Session A: June 27 – July 1 Session B: July 5 – 8 (Tues – Fri) Session C: July 11–14 Session D: July 18–21 Session E: July 25–28 Session F: August 1 – 4 Session G: August 8 – 11 PEEWEE CAMP – For ages 4 to 6.

Skills are learned by fun and easy to do drills taught by our tennis staff. Time: 9 – 9:55 a.m. Cost: $ 75 NOVICE CAMP – For ages 6 and 7. This camp will teach serving, rallying, and the basics of a tennis game, keeping it fun for the younger tennis set. Time: 9–10:30 a.m. Cost: $125 JUNIOR CAMP – For ages 8–11. For all levels of experience, this camp will group players by ability so that everyone can move to the next level. Time: 10 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Cost: $149 JUNIOR ADVANCED CAMP For children ages 8 to 11. For the more serious, more advanced students. Knowledge of the game required. Time: 12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m. Cost: $149 SENIOR CAMP - For ages 12 to 15. For all levels of experience. Time: 12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m. Cost: $149 SENIOR ADVANCED CAMP - For children ages 12 to 15. For the more serious, more advanced students.

Knowledge of the game required. Time: 12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m. Cost: $149 To register for any of the above camps, please visit the Recreation and Parks office or if you have a password you can register online at www. gcreconline.gardencityny.net.

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